Noel T. Davidson — February 20, 1932 - February 12, 2025

        It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and brother, Noel T. Davidson, 93, on Feb. 12, 2025. He was a man whose integrity, dedication and quiet wisdom touched the lives of all who knew him.
    Noel was born in Thief River Falls, Minn., during the Great Depression, to Nels and Pearl (Thompson) Davidson. At the age of 2, Noel and his mother relocated to Pearl’s family farm in Cando, N.D. He recounted cherished memories of his upbringing on the farm, surrounded by loving grandparents, aunts and uncles. Pearl married Philip Henry, and five more children were born: Clarence, Duane, Sharon, Terry and Larry. At 14, Noel assumed responsibility for his Uncle John and Aunt Bernice’s farm while his Uncle John recovered from a back injury, forming an indelible work ethic.
    As a young man, Noel and a friend ventured west to find work and settled in Deer Lodge. Here he married Edna Hurlbert, and they were blessed with four children. Following his divorce from Edna, Noel continued to raise his family with a legacy of love, care and dedication. Noel later married Linda Eastman, spending 49 years together with many adventures and so much love along the way.
Noel began a 35-year career in corrections at the old Montana State Prison in downtown Deer Lodge as a Correctional Officer. He moved up through the ranks and retired as a Security Manager at the new facility built west of Deer Lodge. Noel enjoyed his job, and he earned the respect of colleagues and inmates alike with his integrity and calm demeanor.
    Noel’s passion for golf, bowling, snowmobiling, four wheeling and the Saddle Club sparked his excitement for life, which he lived to the fullest. He cherished the lifelong friendships that he developed from these connections.
    Noel is survived by wife Linda of Deer Lodge; his children Gary (Ellen) Davidson of Alaska, Sherry (Stan) Glovan of Deer Lodge, John (Robin) Davidson of Wisconsin and Nancy Hall of Alaska; brothers Duane and Terry (Arliss) Henry and sister Sharon Laverdure of North Dakota; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
    He is preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Philip Henry, brothers Larry and Clarence Henry and son-in-law Donald Hall.
    Our family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff of Renaissance Senior Care, Deer Lodge for the compassionate care and support they provided to our beloved father and husband during his time with you. The kindness, patience and dedication you showed in caring for him brought our family great comfort, especially in his final days. Special thanks and appreciation to     Honey Bee Hospice for their kindness, support and professionalism.
    Services for Noel were held on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025.
    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to PAWHS, P.O. Box 283 Deer Lodge, MT 59722 or Honeybee Hospice of Butte, 3099 Grand Ave., Butte, MT 59701.
    His extraordinary legacy of love, hard work and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Rest in peace. You will forever be missed, but never forgotten.
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