Ardice McCraney born November 25, 1929, passed in peace on November 13, 2016 at Peace Hospice of Great Falls.Ardice was a farm girl raised in Sun River and Ulm, eventually moving to the city of Great Falls, becoming the first of three generations to attend Great Falls High School. She would later become a driven accountant, doing the books and taxes for many businesses, eventually settling down at Johnson Distributing until she retired at the young age of 81.There was never a dull moment when she was in the room. She was always loving and laughing.Ardice is survived by her daughter, Pat McCraney of Great Falls; granddaughter Jennifer (Collin Oliphant); and great-grandchildren Lily and Oliver Washington.She is preceded in death by her three brothers, Melvin Jr., LeRoy and Duane Stenson; and parents Elsie and Melvin Stenson.Her presence will be missed but never forgotten.At her request, there will be no services.In lieu of flower, donations can be made to Peace Hospice, Special Olympics or any charity of the donors choice.