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Kelly Ann Dey
April 29, 1964 - November 16, 2024

Place of Birth: Farmington, NM
Residence: Sidney, Montana
Age: 60

Kelly Ann Dey, 60, was born April 29, 1964, in Farmington, NM to Anton “Tony” and Joyce (Hall) Dey. After battling pancreatic cancer for two years, she left this earth on November 16, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Billings, MT with her son, Matt, mom, sister, and niece, Krista, by her side.

Because her father was in the oil industry, she attended many elementary schools in various places such as Burlington, CO, Rawlins, WY, Ogden, UT, and finally setting roots in Sidney, MT. “Killer”, as she was known in high school, was a proud member of the Class of 1982, and after graduation went to Concordia College for one quarter.

Kelly’s career journey began as a cook at Dairy Queen during her high school years, followed by roles as a cook/ bartender at the Corner Pocket and R&R Lanes. She left Sidney in 1997 to explore her options in Billings. There she worked at a bar called Shooters for a short time before returning home. Kelly was a bookworm and was fortunate enough to land a job at the Homestead Books with lifelong friends Arnie and Lola Hansen as her boss. She worked a short stint for the City of Sidney only to go back to work for the Hansen’s / Ray and Heather Johnson at the South 40. She was a member of the bar and tavern association and loved discovering new food and drink ideas for the 40’s menu.

Her hobbies over the years included bowling, darts, shooting pool, and head banging to music with her nieces and nephew. She liked playing cards and everyone wanted her on their team for Trivial Pursuit! Up until this past year she ran The Pub’s Fantasy Football league where she met many lifelong friends. However, Kelly’s true passions included Las Vegas Raider football, watching the Dickinson Blue Hawks football and spending as much time as she could with family and friends. Her great niece, Wrenley, had Kelly wrapped around her little finger and provided much entertainment especially on her difficult days.

Beyond her professional life, Kelly was deeply involved in her community. She was a member of the Bar and Tavern Association, was an active member of the Montana School Board Association (MTSBA), and served on the Sidney School Board for the past 18 years until her health issues necessitated her stepping down. She truly cared for the youth in the community and supported their welfare academically.

When her son, Matthew, was born she earned the highest honor - Mom. Throughout Matt’s elementary, high school and college days, she was his biggest fan. Whether it was his football, wrestling, baseball, soccer, basketball games or music performances, she was there. She was a huge Sidney Eagle fan and an even bigger Dickinson Blue Hawk fan. It wasn’t just sports that she supported Matt with, but with life in general. Even during her last breath of life, she was so proud that he will be graduating this May as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We know she will be with him Spiritually on that day and she will be proudly smiling down on him.

Kelly is survived by her son, Matthew Dey; mother, Joyce Dey; sister, Kathy (Kirk) Johnson; nieces, Krista (Travis) Iverson and Hailey (Darran) Buxbaum; great niece, Wrenley Buxbaum; nephew, Jared (Nehkyah) Steinbeisser; step nieces Nicole (Josh) Hellyer and family; Jennifer (Cody) Goodyear and family; step nephew, Erik Johnson and family; and the Joe and MaryAnn Steinbeisser family.

Kelly is preceded in death by her father, Tony Dey; significant other, Bill Tyler; brother-in-law, Keith Steinbeisser, grandparents and uncles.

Kelly’s life was marked by her vibrant spirit and dedication to those she loved, leaving a lasting imprint on all who knew her. Our heart is hurting but we are so thankful she is finally free of pain.

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Scott Ziler (Sidney, MT)
Nov 25, 2024
Prayers for the Dey family. Kelly was a great friend and classmate.
Rita Anderson (Haugan, MT)
Nov 25, 2024
My heart is with you all! Kelly was one of my truest friends!! I will never forget the memories we share.
Janet Martineau (Sidney, MT)
Nov 25, 2024
Kelly’s commitment to her son Matthew and all students as a school board member was memorable. Knowing her was a gift.
Darrel S Cornelia (Sidney, MT)
Nov 25, 2024
Oh dearest Kelly. I am saddened you left us so suddenly. You are loved and will be missed my friend. I have nothing but the kindest, sweetest memories. Matthew and your family are in my thoughts.
Tammy Dey (Glendive, MT)
Nov 25, 2024
Joyce, Kathy, Matt and family~ I’m so sorry for your loss of Kelly. She is now pain free and in her dad’s arms again. She was loved by all of us and so many friends. Cherish your memories as you will always have them. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. RIP Cousin, Kelly!
Lavonne Elsbernd
Nov 26, 2024
I had Kelly as a student and remember her fun attitude and smile many years later.
Greg Hall (CALDWELL, ID)
Nov 26, 2024
Love you Kelly
Kevin Johnson (Sidney, Montana)
Nov 26, 2024
Matt and Joyce i am so sorry for your loss. She was one of my favorite people. I will trully miss her alot. I have two words for her. GO CHIEFS!!!
Cindy Johnson Berg (MT)
Nov 26, 2024
My prayers to Joyce, Kathy, Matt, and family. I am so saddened for you all. She was a dear friend and classmate, who I will miss. RIP dear friend…
Rebecca Brese (Great Falls, MT)
Nov 26, 2024
Kelly, you will be missed. Kelly had so much love for life, and she shared it with all those she loved. My heart is breaking for her close and extended family/friends. Kelly left a mark on my Junior High self that remains. For the last time, it was fractions, not Algebra! Thanks for the laughs and your friendship. The world is less without you in it.
Pete Stanton (Dickinson , ND)
Nov 27, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time Matt.
Sadie Steinbeisser (Lindenhurst, IL)
Nov 29, 2024
Kelly was such a truly wonderful person, and she will be greatly missed by those of us who had the privilege of knowing her. I always admired her humor, her intelligence, and her ability to bring levity to any situation. We have been so lucky to have her as part of our family. I wish I could be there in person to remember such a genuinely amazing person. Sending all of my love and prayers to Matt, Joyce, Kathy and family, and everyone else who knew and loved Kelly.
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