Dorothy Allene Heil, 47

Dorothy Allene Heil, 47, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, in Kalispell, after a long battle with her illness. She was born April 14, 1961, in Butte to Donald J. and Helen A. (Ashley) McMillan.

Dorothy was raised in Columbia Falls and was a graduate of Columbia Falls High School.

She was a very caring, loving and generous person. Down to earth, Dorothy was somewhat "tomboyish" — a true diamond in the rough.

She enjoyed many activities, including arts and crafts, and nature and the outdoors — hunting, fishing, hiking, gardening, and all animals and wildlife. Dorothy loved to spend time watching her son participate in athletics and she was a spirited fan and devoted mother.

Dorothy is survived by one son, J.D. Heil, of Kalispell; parents, Don and Helen McMillan, of Polson; a grandson, Rylan; one sister, Deanna Lee; a niece, Leesa'; and one nephew, Nathan.

Memorial services for Dorothy will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, at the First United Methodist Church in Polson, with the Rev. Mark Calhoun officiating.

The family suggests memorials may be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Colonial Place, Three 2107 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201-3042; or First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Dorothy's family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and sign Dorothy's guest book.