Lucille M. Romberg, known to many as “Gram” or “Aunt Lou,” passed away on Oct. 11, 2015, at the age of 96 surrounded by her family. Lou was born Aug. 28, 1919, on the Elmendorf homestead in Sterns. She was the daughter of George Adams and Grace (Elmendorf) Adams and grew up in a large family consisting of 11 siblings, helping raise her younger siblings while attending school in both Wolf Creek and Craig.
Lou married Myron Romberg on Feb. 1, 1937, and made their home in Wolf Creek, remaining there for the rest of their lives. Myron passed away in 1986, just short of their 50th wedding anniversary. Lou was a generous and caring person. There was always a hot meal and a place to sleep for any Wolf Creek “stray” that might show up. The Romberg household was one to the first to have a TV, and the kids would have the TV Gang come over every Wednesday night to watch.
Not only did she raise her own three children, she raised various other kids around Wolf Creek and two of her grandchildren. She was a wonderful cook and baker, her house always smelling of baked bread and rolls. She was the matriarch of the family, and everyone always gathered at her home for a great meal and game of cards. She had a great love for playing cards, which she did until her final days.
She became the local historian of Wolf Creek. If there were questions about a happening in Wolf Creek, you could go to Lou for the answer. In her late teens, she began helping her mother with the county elections. On May 3, 2011, the Lewis and Clark commissioners proclaimed “Lou Romberg Day” to honor her 70-plus years as an election judge in Lewis and Clark County.
Lou is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Myron; son Roy; grandchildren Tommy and Tammy Evans; great-grandson Travis Evans; and son-in-law Kenny Evans. She is survived by her daughters, Patsy A. Romberg of Wolf Creek and Margaret M. Evans of Deer Lodge; grandchildren Jolene (Chris) Giarde of East Helena, Rory Romberg of Havre, Dean (Nikki) Johnson of Helena, Debra (Lance) Stalnaker of Helena, DeAnn (Tom) Cavanaugh of Helena, Dan (Bonnie) Johnson of Bozeman, and Terrry (Lorraine) Evans of Deer Lodge; great-grandchildren Nicole, Krystal, Rebecca, Deven, Haley, Layne, Regan, Austin, Andrea, Josey and Taylor; great-great-grandchildren, Kelsey and Brady; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. During her last year she was blessed to be living with her granddaughter, Jolene, husband Chris and very special great-grandson “Austi Boy.” She will be truly missed by all those who knew her.
At Lou’s request, there will not be a funeral but a gathering for a celebration of her life will be announced at a later date. The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Karly Huseby, Matija McLaughlin, Gina Thomas and special family friend Kevin Wright for the wonderful care and love given to her in the final months of her life.
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Sheila Pfeifer says
My first memory has to be when she would cook spinach at school and I would be the last one in the lunch room. I would be telling her I didn’t want it, she would tell me I was going to sit there till it was gone. Many empty milk cartons were filled with spinach. She was an excellent cook besides the spinach. Shelly and I were just talking about her cooking the other day. It is very sad that time is going by so fast and we don’t get to see loved ones like we should. So many good memories of Aunt Lou and Wolf Creek. I am glad I got to see her and Shelly’s benefit. My love, thoughts and prayers will be with all of the family.
Sincerely,
Sheila Adams-Pfeifer
Shonie Anderson says
Hi Jolene & Chris! I know I didn’t know your grandma, but I’m pretty sure my great aunt Nancy & Uncle Roy Murphy did. 🙂 I just wanted you to know I’m thinking of you. I know you were VERY close to her all of your life, and loved her like a mom.
Hugs & love,
Shonie Anderson
Rdee Lazzaro says
Hello Patsy & Margaret from Rdee Armstrong Lazzaro. My condolences to you and your families. I didn’t have the privilege to get to know your Mom but I do know she brought up some wonderful women. God Bless.
Rdee
Havre Police Department Officers says
Havre Police Department Officers purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Lucille Romberg.
Frank King says
Our prayers are with you as a family. She will be missed.
Frank King