Bernadette Crider

Bernadette Yvonne Crider, 62, of Missoula, passed away July 9, 2016, at St. Patrick Hospital of natural causes.

She was born July 19, 1953, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Albert and Betty Bell. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church for at least 11 years.

Survivors include daughter Melanie Bowlan and husband Kenny, grandkids Travis Crider, Taylor Crider, Tanner Hansen, and Jaren Buck; daughter Susan Sebring and husband Tim, grandchildren Cody, Jenna and Khloe Sebring; and brothers Larry and George Bell.

Bernadette was such a kind and loving person; she cared for each person she came into contact with. She loved her grandkids with all of her heart and always thought about them and always wanted to be there for them. She was at the hospital when all of her grandkids were born and made sure to know there likes and dislikes. She was also an animal lover, especially of cats. For 14 years she had Little Bit and Sabrina, they were her babies.

Cremation will be taking place. Condolences may be made to Melanie Bowlan, 7504 Alderson Ave., Billings, MT 59106.