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Robert "Bob" Payovich
Robert "Bob" Payovich, age 55, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2007 at his home in Forsyth MT.
Bob was born May 31, 1952 the son of Robert and Mary Payovich in Red Lodge, MT. He attended school in Roberts and Red Lodge. Bob entered the United States Marine Corps in 1969 and served in the Vietnam War where he suffered a severe leg injury in July 1972 and was medically discharged as a decorated Disabled Veteran receiving the National Defense Purple Heart.
Bob married
Madge "Choppy" Doran on January 12, 1973 in Red Loge. In 1980 the family moved to Forsyth where Bob worked for Prince, Inc., followed by employment with Rosebud County. In 1994, he went to work for Peabody Coal. Bob eventually lost his leg due to his Vietnam War injury and was forced to retire. Bob spent his remaining years doing what he did best "being there" for his immediate and extended family, especially his sister Toni, to whom he was a constant companion from beginning to end during her courageous battle with cancer.
Bob loved to hunt, fish and enjoyed life to the fullest. He looked forward to his annual elk hunt with his uncles George and Paul and his group of friends from Bemidji, MN and his frequent ice fishing trips back to Bemidji, MN with his son Jarrad. Most recently, Bob especially enjoyed spending time with his first Grandson Konnor. The two of them were essentially "glued at the hip.'
Bob was preceded in death by his infant daughter Danielle Payovich, his parents Robert and Mary Payovich, Grandparents Harry and Frances Allen, Grandparent Chris and Mary Payovich, his dearly loved sister Toni Payovich and his very special Uncle Paul Payovich.
Bob is survived by his wife, Madge "Choppy" Payovich of Forsyth; his daughter Darci (Dustin) and their son Hunter of Portland OR; daughter Paula and her son Konnor of Forsythe, MT; and his son Jarrad (Danielle) of Forsyth, MT; his sisters Donna Payovich of Anchorage, AK; Jodi Payovich of Casper, WY; and our special family member Dianne Davis of Casper, WY; his brothers Nickolas (Denise) Brooke, Morgan and Tyler of Anchorage, AK; Mark Payovich and his children Mathew, Miranda, Mark, Skylar and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, especially his cousin Johnny Payovich of Belgrade, MT who were constant companions during their youth including entering into the Marino Corps together.
Clarice "Dolly" Fandrich
Visitation: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 from 1:00 to 6:00pm in the Chapel of Stevenson & Sons in Forsyth
Family Receiving Friends & Prayer Service: Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 5:00 to 7:00pm with Prayer Service to follow at 7:00pm at the United Community Church in Colstrip, Montana
Funeral Service: Friday, December 21, 2007 at 11:00am at the United Community Church in Colstrip, Montana
Graveside Service: Friday, December 21, 2007 at 3:00pm in the family lot of the Forsyth cemetery in Forsyth, Montana
Clarice Merle 'Dolly' Fandrich
March 11, 1926-December 15, 2007
Dolly passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness in Butte, MT. Dolly was born in Swan River, Manitoba, to her Canadian mother and American father, Pearl (Tibble) and Clarence Preller. Being a beautiful little baby earned her the nickname 'Dolly.' Her family moved back to the family ranch in the Pine Hills, east of Miles City, MT when she turned three. Throughout her life, she shared stories of fun and adventure of ranch life. At age five, in the middle of winter, she and her brother Bud, one year younger, put their little sister Lorraine into their wagon and headed for 'town.' They made it about one mile down the road before their parents found them. Dolly watched her mother change her little sister, Dorothy's, diaper. Inspired, she took a diaper out to the pigpen and attempted to put a diaper on a baby pig until the sow objected. Her mother cleared the fence as she jumped into the pen to rescue Dolly. Dolly loved to share the ranch Christmas story. Their family opened their one gift on Christmas Eve after a visit from Santa. They enjoyed traditional Christmas pudding, fruitcakes and oyster stew with their bachelor friends. She attended elementary school in a country school a few miles from the family ranch. She moved into Miles City to attend high school. Dolly dreamed of becoming a newspaper woman while she worked part-time jobs throughout school. She married
Nolan Fandrich on December 22, 1946. After honeymooning in Billings, they moved to Colstrip. She lived there for the next sixty years.
Family was very important to both Dolly and Nolan. They raised their four daughters, Peg, Kay, Pat and Jane in Colstrip when it was very small. The girls have wonderful memories of growing up in Colstrip. Dolly participated in many activities in Colstrip. She and Nolan became charter members of Colstrip United Community Church; Dolly served on the board many times. She supported her children's involvement in school, 4-H, music lessons, sports, and Sunday School, often serving as teacher or leader. Her skill as an artist grew each time she participated in traveling artists' workshops given in the Colstrip area. Dolly and Nolan helped establish the local pictorial history at the Schoolhouse History and Arts Center. In later years, Dolly enjoyed Senior Citizens and served on the county and local Library Board. Dolly loved spending time with her grandchildren; she enjoyed plays, concerts, camps and many other activities with them. Dolly blessed her family with unexcelled cooking, growing flowers and a love of reading.
After Nolan died, Dolly lived alone; she moved to an Assisted Living facility in Butte following a serious stroke on July 4, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Nolan; daughter, Kay; brother Bud Preller and sister Dorothy Elliott. Survivors include: daughters, Peg Fandrich, Pat Fandrich, Jane Gardner (Roger); grandchildren, Josh Ensign, Rachel Ensign, Dan Ensign, Jacob Ensign, Gabrielle Fandrich, Elisabeth Fandrich, Emily Gardner; great-grandson, Bob Tyson; sister Lorraine Miller (Bud) and brother, Louis Preller (Marlene).
Memorials include: Colstrip Bicentennial Library and the United Community Church.
Wilhelm F. Kesler
Wilhelm F. (Bill) Kesler, age 90, formerly of Fallon and Miles City Montana, passed away on August 19th at Gateway Residential Living in Springfield, Oregon.
Bill Kesler was born on April 8, 1916, to John Kesler and Rosina (Roesler) Kesler, at Hoyt, Montana. In 1919, the Kesler family moved to the land on Fallon Flat that Rosina had homesteaded. Bill left school after the 8th grade to help his father on the farm, so his younger siblings could continue their education.
Bill married
Dorothy Rose Ames at Marsh, MT on February 14, 1943. In 1946, after John and Rosina retired to Fallon, Bill and Dorothy purchased the family farm, where they raised their 5 daughters: Joann, Sharon, Evelyn, Marilyn, and Laura.
Bill and Dorothy farmed and ranched, raising registered Angus cattle, until they moved to Fallon in 1979. Bill was a talented welder who designed and built gooseneck trailers, cattle guards, and other functional equipment and decorative items. In retirement, Bill spent much of his time restoring horse-drawn wagons, buggies, and sleighs, often with Dorothy's assistance. They trained several teams of driving horses, and Bill and Dorothy drove their 'surrey with the fringe on top' in numerous parades.
Bill and Dorothy also restored and furnished his mother's homestead cabin, which is on permanent display at the Prairie County Museum. In retirement, Bill and Dorothy also enjoyed dancing and following the Southeastern Montana Old-time Fiddlers.
Bill served on many local boards, including the School Board for Garvin School, Board of Directors of the Farmers Union Oil Company of Fallon, the Council on Aging of Prairie County, the Church Council of the Hope American Lutheran Church of Fallon, and the Advisory Committee of the Production Credit Association of Glendive. Bill was a member of the Hope American Lutheran Church of Fallon, the Range Riders of Miles City, an associate member of the Southeastern Montana Fiddlers, and a volunteer at the Prairie County Museum in Terry.
After 54 years of marriage, Dorothy passed away in 1997. Bill lived alone in Fallon for several years before moving to the Eagles Manor in Miles City. Bill moved to Oregon in 2004, to live closer to his daughters. He continued to attend dances several times a week until late 2005.
Bill is survived by his sisters Mathilda (Mrs. Herbert) Schuler of Billings, MT, and Gertrude (Mrs. Marvin) Kaul of Santa Clarita, California; daughters Sharon (Mrs. Ray) Sauser of Eugene, Oregon, and Joann Lenertz, Evelyn (Mrs. Mark) Ruth, Marilyn (Mrs. George) Morgan, and Laura Kesler Quiroz, all of Salem, Oregon; 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, brothers Emil and John, sister Freda (Mrs. Earl Ostby), son-in-law Carlos Quiroz, and granddaughter Angela Peters.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 25th, from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 26th, at Hope American Lutheran Church in Fallon. Interment will follow in the Prairie County cemetery in Terry. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials in lieu of flowers can be sent to the Range Riders Museum in Miles City, or the American Cancer Society.
Don Thibault
Donald Lee Thibault, age 77, of Miles City, Montana, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2006 at his home in Miles City after a short battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family and passed peacefully.
Don was born on September 18, 1928 in Miles City, Montana, the son of Andrew and Mable (Hutchinson) Thibault. He was raised and attended schools in Miles City. Don enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp and served during World War II. After his honorable discharge, Don returned home and then began working at the Eaton Dude Ranch outside of Sheridan, WY and also traveled around the United States. He moved back to Miles City and began working at the Miles City Saddlery. On September 1, 1961, Don and Virginia Carter were united in marriage in Miles City. He then helped in the construction of the 1st National Bank and also worked at the Beacon Carter Service Station for a time. The family then moved south of Broadus, where Don worked for the Gay Ranch for eight years. They moved back to Miles City and owned and operated Don's Shoe Repair for a number of years. Don then became a maintenance man for the Miles City school district and later for the Miles City Post Office where he retired in 1990. Don has remained in Miles City ever since.
Don enjoyed woodworking, making furniture and mirrors for many in the community. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, traveling, and saw and blade sharpening. He was a member of the Good Sam's Club and a past member of the Elks.
He is survived by his wife Virginia of Miles City, a son Kelly Thibault of Miles City, a daughter, Cathy Lampert of Casper, WY, a brother, Dale Thibault and his wife Doris of Miles City, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Floyd and Frank Thibault, a sister, Lucille Thibault and a nephew, Lynn Thibault.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 28, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Interment will be held in the family lot of the Custer County cemetery.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Irma Longee
Irma D. Longee, age 67, passed away of natural causes June 30, 2005 at Northeast Montana Health Services in Poplar. She was born January 6, 1938 in Poplar to Ernest Longee and Effie Cloud Two Bulls.
Irma was a homemaker and worked at a day care center until her retirement in 1998. She enjoyed watching NBA basketball on TV. She also enjoyed rummage sales and bingo before her illness.
Her parents, a son, two brothers, and a sister preceded her in death.
Irma is survived by a son Troy (Sunshine) Larson of Poplar; three daughters, Dorreen (William) Martell, Starla Longee, both of Poplar, and Nicole Longee of Wolf Point; adopted daughter, Connie Fast Horse of Poplar; adopted son Justin Roundface of Pryor. She is also survived by two brothers, Richard (Eliza) Young and Gabriel (Thelma) Young, all of Poplar; four sisters, Velma Nepstad, Naomi Montclair (Doug) Youngman, and Sophie Loudermilk, all of Poplar; adopted sister Flora Sparvier of Poplar. Also surviving are grandchildren Willie, Wesley, Jessica, Whitney, cristy, Janna, Lakan, Alex, Sierra, Yolanda, Thomas, Troy, and Tory and 2 great grandchildren Anthony and Tony.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 3, 2005 beginning at 4 p.m. at her home at 403 9th Ave East in Poplar. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 4 at 10 a.m. at Lindsey Memorial Presbyterian Church in Poplar with interment in Poplar City cemetery.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.
Glenn R. Ingram
Glenn R. Ingram passed away peacefully on June 5, 2005 in Billings, Montana of a massive stroke.
He was born on April 25, 1928 in Terry, Montana, the son of Glenn Herschel and Winifred Lois (Siegrist) Ingram. He was graduated from Terry High School as valedictorian of the class of 1946. He joined the Army that fall, serving for two years. Upon his honorable discharge, he enrolled at Montana State College and graduated with both a BS and MS in Mathematics. While working on his Masters degree, he also taught at MSC. He earned a Doctorate of Philosophy degree in Mathematics from Washington State University in June 1962. Upon graduation, he returned to Montana State University as Director of the Computing Center. In May 1968, MSU received a grant from the National Science Foundation for the purchase of a Sigma 7 computer, one of the largest and most sophisticated computers of that time. The NSF later called him to work for them, thus beginning a long career for Glenn, which divided his time between MSU, WSU and various government agencies. He ended his career at the Bureau of Standards as the Chief of Scientific Computing.
While still in college, he married
Eva Stewart, of Helena, MT. Two children, of whom he was very proud, Lois and Glenn, were born to this union. Glenn and Eva later divorced. After ten years, he married
Ginger Colao of New Carollton, MD. They made their home in Germantown, MD until July 2000 when they moved to Montana to be near family.
Glenn always felt particularly lucky to be born into such a loving family, especially to have two big sisters, Gladys Helen and Eva, to love and cherish him. As a child growing up, Terry was for him the epitome of all that was right and beautiful in the world. Extremely loyal, he carried the name of Terry to almost every person he ever met. Glenn was a natural born storyteller and could fascinate people for hours about life on the prairies in a small town nestled at the foot of the badlands and the banks of the Yellowstone River. He accomplished so much; from delivering newspapers and mowing lawns to the best available job for a teenager – working at Sawyer’s store, where he started as a box boy and proudly worked his way up through the ranks.
During World War II, a Conscientious Objector’s camp was established just outside of Terry and Glenn often commented that it was a great influence on his life. The men there taught him what it was to be young, educated, well traveled responsible citizens and yet able to truly uphold their strong convictions that one could graciously disagree with a government, even one as great and powerful as the United States. The men joined the young Terry boys in their common passion of playing baseball. This furthered Glenn’s lifelong passion of baseball. As a young child, he and his father faithfully listened to the broadcasts of the Giants, their favorite team. In later years, the Minnesota Twins caught his eye and he became a loyal fan.
Glenn had an unquenchable thirst for reading, in an astonishing array of subjects. He developed an early passion for poetry and great literature. He loved the challenge of the imagination in writing and one could find him reading heavy historical and political tomes in the morning and ending his day reading about UFO’s.
One of the things for which he was most grateful, was of obtaining the foundation of faith and family values in his home church. This foundation would lead him, providing a moral compass and strength for all his life. Following the path of simple faith, he found his way back home – to the community of Terry, his church and the beautiful cemetery, sheltered by the protective arm of the badlands.
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Glenn and his sister, Gladys Helen Young. He is survived by his wife, Ginger, of Billings, MT, his daughter, Lois, of New York City, NY, two step-children, Chris Colao and Cathy Colao Ward of Crofton, MD, three step-grandchildren, Stephen Ward, Alicia and Amanda Colao, a sister, Eva (Bill) Chittick of Claremont, CA and former wife, Eva Stewart Bristol of Pullman, WA.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 10, 2004 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Presbyterian Church in Terry. Interment will follow in the family lot in Prairie County cemetery in Terry.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Prairie County MAF, the Prairie County Library and any hospice.
Frederick Berzel
Frederick Steven “Freddie” Berzel, age 60, of Whitewood, SD formerly of Ismay, MT passed away on April 14, 2005 at the Deaconess Hospital in Billings, MT.
Freddie was born on June 21, 1944 in Dickinson, ND to Joe and Helen (Seiler) Berzel. He was raised on a ranch south of Sidney, MT. Freddie attended schools in Sidney and graduated from Sidney High School. He went on to college in Bozeman, MT and Casper, WY where he was on the rodeo team. Freddie started with bull riding and bareback riding then moved on to calf roping, team roping and steer wrestling. On September 21, 1964, he married
Dixie Reukauf in Terry, MT and they lived on a ranch northwest of Terry for 3 years. They moved to Ismay, MT where they ranched and made their home for 27 years before moving to Whitewood, SD. Freddie had semi-retired, while still raising roping cattle and horses.
Freddie was a cowboy at heart. He loved everything about it from rodeoing and roping to being around the horses. Freddie was a prankster who thoroughly enjoyed a good life. He was always playing tricks on people, trying to trick them. Most important to him though, were his family and friends and the time he got to spend with them...
Freddie is survived by his wife Dixie of Whitewood, SD, daughter ReAnn (Tom) Crane of Whitewood, SD, his dog Bart, his step-mother; Kathy Berzel of Sidney, MT, his mother-in-law June Reukauf of Miles City, MT, brother Monte (Carey) Berzel of Conrad, MT, sister Linda (Mike) Berger of Belleview, WA, and his nieces and nephews; Matthew & Erin Berzel, Wyatt & Cheyenne Glade and Kelly Berger. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Wade and daughter Kay Lyn.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 18, 2005 at the Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 1:00 pm at the Grace Bible Church in Miles City. Interment will follow at the Prairie County cemetery in Terry, MT.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Home On The Range for Boys; 16351 I94, Sentinel Butte, ND 58654, The St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the charity of ones choice.
Olga Grele
Olga Grele, age 95, of Culbertson, MT passed away December 15, 2004 at Roosevelt Memorial Nursing Home. Olga was born October 22, 1909 in McCabe, MT to John and Signe Hofman. She attended school in McCabe. She worked at various homes in McCabe, went to California and worked for a year and then returned to McCabe and worked for various families. Olga married
Julius Grele in Scobey on August 21, 1930. They moved to North Dakota until 1948 and then moved to Wolf Point, MT and then moved to Culbertson when Julius’ dad passed away to take over the family farm. They lived there until Julius passed away in 1960. She then moved back to Wolf Point where she worked as a nurse’s aide at Faith Lutheran Nursing Home for several years. She spent time in Seattle, WA, Houston, TX, Albuquerque, NM and returned to Culbertson and has lived there ever since. She was a life long member of the Ebenezer Lutheran Church in McCabe and Church Ladies Circle. She taught piano lessons and loved music.
Olga is survived by two daughters, Rowene Dahl of Wolf Point, MT and Lulubelle Betts of Houston, TX, a brother, Agner Hofman of Culbertson, MT, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and nine great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, one son, one daughter, three brothers, and two sisters.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 18, 2004 at 10:00am at Ebenezer Lutheran Church in McCabe, MT. Viewing will be prior to service on the same day. Interment will be in Ebenezer cemetery in McCabe, MT. Everson Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.
Neil Berg
Neil Herman Berg, 84, died July 9, 2004 at Northeast Montana Health Services Trinity Hospital in Wolf Point, MT. Neil, a son of Paul and Ida Berg, was born March 22, 1920 in Acton Township by Litchfield, MN.
Son Jeffery and Debbie Berg of Wolf Point, daughter Roxy and Russ Houck of Billings and Wibaux, granddaughter Nicole Berg of Helena, grandson Trenton Berg of Bozeman, very special companion Jan McFerran of Wolf Point and sister Nellie Martin of Grove City, MN, and numerous nieces and nephews survive Neil. His parents, his wife Marjorie, infant son Bruce, six brothers, five sisters and numerous nieces and nephews preceded him in death.
He married
Marjorie D. Bachman on November 25, 1944 in Litchfield, MN. He owned and operated a farm in Darwin, MN and in 1959 he and his family moved to Montana where they farmed 35 miles northeast of Wolf Point. They also had a home at the Airport Addition and shared their time between this home and the farm. In 1975, they moved to the Airport Addition permanently and they spent 13 years enjoying the winters in Apache Junction, AZ with friends. Upon the death of Marjorie, Neil continued to spend his winters in Arizona.
Neil’s love of life included his family and farm. One of his favorite past times was playing pool with his friends, where many a tournament was won with his famous bank shots. Many hours were spent building fish houses with Jeff so they could spend time together spearing fish, which included his 1984 Montana record Walleye Pike for which he held the record for many years. Another past time was hunting with his dog, Duke and shooting coyotes from Jack Roberts and Hardy Anderson’s airplanes. His favorite sport was to watch baseball. He was also known by many for the beautiful manicured lawn and his garden produce that fed the whole neighborhood and town friends. Christmas’s in Arizona were special because Roxy shared many with him. He was very proud of the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 12, 2004 from 6 to 8 pm with a prayer service at 7 pm at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Wolf Point with Pastor James Hageman officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.
Bridget Yother
Bridget Christine Yother, age 30, of Miles City passed away at her home on January 18, 2006.
Bridget was born on October 21, 1975 in Butte, Montana. She owned the Miles City Trading Company and was a specialist in the gun trade and pawn business.
Bridget enjoyed roller-skating. She loved and cared for many cats and had a passion for the “80’s” music.
She is survived by her son, Dain Roger Yother, 14, who resides in Georgia; her mother, Kathy Berklund of Miles City; three sisters: Jennifer of Belgrade, Katie of Bozeman, and Krisie of Boston, MA; one nephew, Cagejen Swift of Miles City, her dad, Ken Yother of Deer Lodge, and a special friend, George Hoffman of Miles City.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 23, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot in the Custer County cemetery.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home, 1717 Main, Miles City, MT 59301.
