Kay Joanne Odegaard
Kay Joanne Odegaard, 85, of Billings, died on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at Tender Nest Assisted Living, surrounded by family.
Kay was born on Nov. 12, 1938, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the daughter of Melvin and Gertrude (McGrath) Anderson. She grew up in Emerado, North Dakota, and graduated from Emerado High School. Upon graduating, she started her nursing education. Soon after, she met Paul Odegaard and they married on July 19, 1957, in Grand Forks. They celebrated 67 years together. They traveled to many places for Paul’s work before settling in Billings. Together, they raised four children: Paula, Shayne, Troy and Shelley.
Kay completed her nursing degree in 1978 and was an read more
