Madeline "Maggie" Monzelowsky

Madeline “Maggie” Monzelowsky, a woman of profound faith, tireless work ethic, and deep family devotion, passed away peacefully at the age of 100. Born on February 25, 1926, in Solen, North Dakota, she was the eighth of ten children born to Joseph and Mathilda (Schneider) Kary.

Maggie’s roots were firmly planted in the soil of North Dakota. Raised on a farm near Solen, she attended rural schools and Solen High before embarking on a 45-year journey of marriage and partnership with Paul Monzelowsky, whom she wed on October 16, 1945. Together, they raised seven children on their family farm, where Maggie was as much a steward of the land as she was a homemaker. She took great pride in working outdoors alongside Paul; spending countless hours helping repair machinery or mending fences, though her favorite post was always atop the swather. Her greatest joy, however, was found at the family table, where she served home-cooked meals made with love and shared with those she held dear.

Her hands were rarely still. When she wasn't in the fields, Maggie was tending to her garden, canning its bounty, or sewing and doing a myriad of other crafts at night. In her later years, even with failing eyesight and hands, she embroidered more than 550 dish towels that remain treasures for her family.

Following Paul’s passing in 1990, Maggie moved to Mandan and discovered a new passion: the world. She traveled extensively across many states and countries, with a pilgrimage to Jerusalem serving as the spiritual highlight of her life. A devout Catholic, she was an active member of Christ the King Church, the Christian Mothers, and the Catholic Daughters. She also enjoyed the community and friendship found at the Moose Club and the Eagles, often spending afternoons playing cards with friends.

In her last months, Maggie aspired to reach her 100th birthday—and she achieved that goal just twelve days before she passed away.

Maggie is survived by 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Ron (Evelyn) Monzelowsky, Bismarck, ND, and Robert (Kristen) Monzelowsky, Indian Hills, CO; 4 daughters and sons-in-law, Gloria (Jerry) Roberts, Cathlamet, WA; Janet (Jim) Tenneson, Binford, ND; Joyce (Darrell) Bauer, Mandan, ND; and Leah (Rod McGilliard), OK; 12 grandchildren, Cara (Jim) Murez, OR; Heather (Troy) Johnson, ND; Laura (Fabron) Biederman, OR; Jayme (Amy) Tenneson, ND; Paul (Shannon) Monzelowsky, ND; Jaclyn (Andrew) Hadlich, ND; Stephanie Bauer, OR; Tara (Geoffrey) Moser, OR; Levi (Cassi) Magilke, ND; Sarina (Brian) Smith, MN; Tucker Monzelowsky, CO; and Madelyn Monzelowsky, CO; 12 Great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Maggie is preceded in death by her husband Paul, her parents Joseph and Mathilda Kary, her daughter Judy, grandson Nevada, and great-grandchild Raelyn; all of her siblings and their spouses.

The family extends their deepest gratitude to the staff of the Missouri Slope Care Facility for the compassionate care and kindness shown to Maggie during her stay.

Mass of Christian Burial honoring Maggie's life will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Christ the King Catholic Church, Mandan. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Burial will immediately follow the service at Mandan Union Cemetery.