Arlene Wolbaum

Arlene Renee Wolbaum, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away December 22, 2025. Born on March 16t 1939, to Martin and Catherine Klein. Raised and schooled in Belfield, ND. Arlene married Vern Wolbaum May, 1st 1958, whom she was married to for 50 years until his passing in 2008.

In 1960 they moved to Lewistown, Mt and in 1963 moved to Choteau, MT. Arlene worked for Dr. Kelly at his family practice clinic until 1970 when she left to work as an LPN at Teton Nursing Home. In 1973, she took the position as Nursing Home Administrator until her retirement in 2013.

Arlene loved working with the elderly, which is a true testament to her years of healthcare. She found enjoyment in reading, working in her many flower beds, and watching the birds that enjoyed her feeders every year.

Arlene is survived by her daughter, Deborah (ED) Tentoni, her grandchildren Andrea (JD) Gilbert and Kale Tentoni, and her great-grandson Brayden Gilbert all residing in Great Falls MT along with her sisters Annette Clow of Hemet, CA and Marietta Harris of Lewiston, ID.

Arlene is proceeded in death by her husband, Vern Wolbaum, her parents and brother.

Mass will be held at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Choteau, MT on January 9th, 2026, at 2:00 pm. A reception will follow in the rectory of St. Josephs Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Josephs Catholic Church.

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