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O.J. ‘JACK’ MUSEGADES
BRIDGER – O.J. (Jack) Musegades, a long time resident of Bridger, died peacefully in the presence of family members on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2002 at the age of 91. He was born in Mason County, Ill. in 1911, the son of Otto and Emma (Boeldt) Musegades. He was married to Dorothy Pabst in 1936 at Sheridan, Wyo. She preceded him in death in 1993 after a marriage of 57 years.
Jack was a farmer/rancher in the Bridger area for over 50 years. He was an old cowboy who thoroughly enjoyed his horses and other livestock. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and Bridger Senior Center.
In addition to his wife Dorothy, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Victor, Elmer, Millard, Herbert and Ottomar and an infant son.
Survivors include a son, Dale A. (Sylvia) Musegades of Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, JoAnn (Curt) Peters of Bridger and Donna (Chris) Reichert of Billings. He could boast of seven grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Agnes Rehman and Isabella Moeckly, who reside in Minnesota.
Funeral services will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bridger on Friday, Oct. 11, 2002 at 10 a.m. Memorials can be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Bridger Senior Center. Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel is in charge of arrangements.
LOIS E. “TEEP” WICK
Lois Elaine “Teep” Wick, 63, of Park City, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, September 27, 2002, surrounded by loved ones.
Lois was born on Nov. 19, 1938 in Hewitt, Wis., a daughter to Charles and Florence Asplin.
Our mother had a smile that lit up a room and her laughter was so honest and boisterous. It was even contagious! She had an amazing voice, truly the voice of an angel. When she lifted it in song, she could make you feel whatever she wanted. On occasion when her big beautiful eyes filled with tears Lois could melt the coldest hearts. Mom loved to read and write poetry. Her personalized floral arrangements were an expression of her love and warmth. Mom loved nothing more than cooking a “big” meal for her family, along with anyone else who might wander in, and then watching them enjoy it. But sitting on the river bank, pole in hand, waiting for a bite, ran a close second. She was a wife, mother, teacher and friend. Her caring and sensibility was our guiding light.
Mom loved well and was well loved. She will be deeply missed and will be forever in our hearts.
Lois is survived by her daughters, Rosa Maddux of Billings, Katherine Whitaker of Red Lodge, Melody Hake of Pray, Penny Knight of Green River, Wyo., and Lora Wendt of Bridger; her brothers, Hubert Asplin of Moorhead, Minn. and Donald Asplin of Madison, Wis.; her sisters, Betty Asplin of Laurel, Addie Jean Suckow of Marquette, Mich., Velda Walker of Osseo, Wis., Lila Sackett of Eau Claire, Wis. and Lorraine Newlieb of Fergus Falls, Minn.; her 9 grandchildren, Charity Boller, Kevin Lewellen, Buster Quesenberry, Kissy Nelson, Kyle Lewellen, Tammy Menefee, Dan Quesenberry, Braxton Knight and Leah Sticka; and 3 great grandchildren, Cameron Quesenberry, McKenzee Menefee and Samantha Nelson.
Lois was preceded in death by her brother, William Asplin and her sister, Florence Beyer.
A special mention to Leonard and Brenda Adams, Gloria Lovell and Mike and Charity Boller for loving mom so very well.
Memorial services were held Sunday, Oct. 6, at Teep’s home, 161 Old Mill Rd. in Park City. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be made to the Beartooth Hospice, 600 W 21, Red Lodge, MT or to the Northern Rockies Cancer Center, 1041 N. 29th, Billings, MT 59101.
Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.
WILLIAM MIHALYFI
On Sunday, Oct. 6, 2002, William Mihalyfi, 85, died peacefully at home in Joliet.
William was born in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada on July 12, 1917, the oldest of 17 children to Joseph and Mary (Katai) Mihalyfi. His father came from Hungary at the age of 18, never to see his parents again.
On Dec. 18, 1933, William received his citizenship to the USA. William was united in marriage to Martha Flora Petro in Detroit, Mich. on Aug. 26, 1939. Together they raised one son, Wayne. Martha died in 1987. William worked at the G.M. Tech Center in Warren, Mich. for 34 years. He spoke fluent Hungarian, was an avid musician, playing the trumpet in a marching band, enjoyed fine automobiles and also did some deep-sea fishing.
Survivors include his son, Wayne, and his wife, Mary; stepdaughter Katie Hickok and stepson Donald David; sisters, Alice Hanus, Joanne Bellovay and Dorothy Mihalyfi; brothers, Zoltan (Mary Ann) Mihalyfi, Carl (Margie) Mihalyfi; brother-in-law, Jack Beart, and sister-in-law, Dorothy Manley. His sisters, Amber Burney and Debby Beard, and brother, Stephen, preceded him in death.
A graveside service for William was held Friday, Oct. 11 at the Cadillac Memorial Gardens East Cemetery in Fraser, Mich. He was laid to rest with his first wife, Martha.
BRADLEY BRUCE HERMAN
Bradley Bruce Herman went on to a better life as the result of a tragic accident in Minatare, Neb. Funeral services were held Oct. 8 at the Bates-Bould Funeral Home in Alliance, Neb.
Brad was born Sept. 16, 1968 in Alliance to Bruce and Shirley Herman of Boyd, formerly of Lakeside, Neb.
Brad attended Alliance High School and graduated in 1987. During high school he was active in football and wrestling. After graduation, Brad team roped, worked on many cattle ranches and showed cattle for many years. He then ended up with his first real love, driving a cattle truck.
Brad had a zest for life that is rarely ever seen. He didn't know a stranger and was always willing to help anyone at any time. Brad always had that one-of-a-kind smile on his face. He was loved and cherished by all who knew him, and he will be deeply missed.
Brad was preceded in death by his grandparents, Les and Phyllis Herman, and grandfather Nyal Garner.
He is survived by his parents, grandmother, Edythe Garner of Alliance, Neb.; two older sisters, Shelley (Zach) Kraenow of Hemingford, Neb., and Shae (Joe) Santamaria of Oceanside, N.Y.; a younger brother, Dever Herman of Boyd, Mont.; nieces Austin, Chelsey and Karmia Zimmerman and Alexis Webster; nephews, Christopher, Jake, Ryan and Zachary Santamaria and Max Zimmerman. Brad also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many friends.
We love you, Brad, and look very forward to seeing you again.
— When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
ROSE MILL CARRINGTON
BELFRY – Rose L. Mill Carrington, 89, of Belfry, passed away Monday morning, October 14, 2002 at the Billings Health & Rehabilitation Community.
Rose was born on July 16, 1913 in Edgar, the fourth of eleven children born to Michael and Katherine Simonis. She helped raise and care for her younger siblings, and worked hard on the family homestead east of Edgar. She attended Edgar and Fromberg schools.
On January 14, 1930 Rose married Edward Mill in Belfry. They farmed before moving to Anaconda in 1940. In 1973 they settled in Belfry. Mr. Mill died on January 21, 1977.
Rose married Jim Carrington on January 9, 1980 in Cody, Wyo. Mr. Carrington died on August 17, 1997.
Rose enjoyed arts and crafts, crocheting, and her house plants, garden and flowers. She was an active member of the Belfry Senior Citizens.
Survivors include three step-children, Alice (John) Hannahs of Salt Lake City, UT, Doris (Ken) Allington of Pavillion, Wyo., and Steve (Chris) Carrington of Belfry; and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are 2 brothers-in-law, Sam Bernhardt of Billings and Glenn Scollard of Grand Junction, Colo.; 2 sisters-in-law, Dottie Simonis of Camp Verde, Ariz., and Marion Higbie of Billings; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her four brothers and six sisters.
Rose’s family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staff at Billings Health & Rehabilitation Community for their excellent care.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 18 in St. John’s Lutheran Church in Belfry. Interment will be in the Belfry Cemetery, with Smith-Olcott Funeral Chapel of Red Lodge in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be given to the Belfry Senior.
ALVIN F. MULLER
BRIDGER - Al Muller was born May 28, 1920 in Nihill, Wheatland County, Montana. He was the second youngest of five children born to Herman and Bertha Muller. Al died at home on one the most beautiful fall Sundays, the 20th day of October, 2002, with family and friends at his side.
Al grew up and attended school in Nihill and Hedgesville. After graduating from Hedgesville High School in 1938 he attended airplane mechanic school in San Diego, Calif. While in San Diego, he was employed as a leadman for an aircraft assembler, Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corp. In 1944 Al enlisted in the U.S. Navy. During his Naval stint (May 1944 – June 1946) he maintained aircraft. After being honorably discharged he moved back to Harlowton where he became employed as an automobile mechanic for Troy Motors. Later, Al purchased his own sawmill at the base of the Snowy Mountains near his sister and her husband, Grace and Charlie Meyers. After selling his sawmill, Al became employed as a foreman and road grader operator for Wheatland County. In the fall of 1954, Al met the love of his life — Nelda Irvine Jackson. At that time, Nelda was a nurse in Billings. They were united in marriage on March 4, 1955. To this union, a son (Bob) and daughter (Susan) were born.
Al enjoyed working on heavy equipment. While in Billings he was a mechanic and shop manager for Industrial Equipment (Modern Machine) and Montana Machine. In the fall of 1973 Al and Nel bought the Gambles Hardware Store in Bridger. They thoroughly enjoyed 17 years of serving the people of the Clarks Fork Valley and Carbon County. Al always enjoyed visiting and helping people.
After selling the store in 1990 (“retiring”), Al enjoyed small engine repair, woodworking and fishing with Nelda. Among Al’s favorite items to build: wooden stools, kitchen utensils, furniture, cutting boards and figurines. His crafts bless the homes of many family members and friends. Al always enjoyed his family. For many years, all gathered at his home for his birthday celebration. He always had a smile and kind word for everyone. Al was a member of the Bridger United Methodist Church, Bridger Senior Citizens, American Legion, and formerly belonged to the Bridger Lions Club. Al served on the Bridger Cemetery Board, and helped with many Jim Bridger Days celebrations. Al is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Nelda; one son, Bob of Bridger; one daughter, Sue Reynolds of Boulder, Colo.; his sisters, Grace (Charlie) Meyers of Judith Gap and Opal Ferris of Kinsey; and many nieces and nephews. Al was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters and their spouses, Gladys (John) Nelson of Harlowton, and Pearl (Jim) Mills of Las Cruces, N.M.; and brother-in-law, DeVere Ferris. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25 in the Bridger United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in the Bridger Cemetery, with Smith-Olcott Funeral Chapel of Red Lodge in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be given to the Bridger United Methodist Church, the Bridger Ambulance Service, or to the charity of one’s choice.
DEL WILM
BRIDGER – Del Wilm, 74, of Bridger passed away October 21, 2002 in the loving care of his family. Del was born in Beulah, North Dakota to George and Doris Wilm. Del and his family moved to the Bridger area when he was a young boy.
Del worked in the oil fields of North and South Dakota, Wyoming and Montana. At the age of 17 he entered the U.S. Navy. He served on the USS Hornet Aircraft Carrier for 2 years during WWII. After his discharge he worked as a bartender for Duffy’s and then operated the Stockman Bar for 20 years in Bridger. Del was also the business agent for Local 98 Laborers Union for several years. He then went to work on Units 3 and 4 at Colstrip until his retirement. Del is survived by 3 sisters: Evy Elton of Laurel, Carol Reichert of Billings and Betty (Gary) Skinner of Billings; 1 daughter, Beverly (Kelly) Scharon of Texas; 3 sons, George (Butch) Wilm of Bridger, Ron (Sally) Wilm of Nevada and Scott (Jeanette) Wilm of Laurel; 15 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Del was preceded in death by his father, mother and 2 brothers. Dad and Grandpa, we will miss you and keep you forever in our hearts. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, October 25, 2002 at Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel with interment in the Bridger Cemetery.
ROSE ELIZABETH STEFFAN
BRIDGER – Rose Elizabeth Steffan passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2002. She was born October 25, 1907, in Glen Ullin, North Dakota, daughter of Thomas and Katherine Kohler. Rose married Mike Steffan on November 24, 1925, in Fromberg. To them eleven children were born.
Rose loved her life on the farm, working in the fields as well as taking care of the home, garden and canning. She was an excellent cook. Her fried chicken, lemon and apple pies were family favorites. Rose was a talented seamstress, making clothing for her children as well as cheerleading uniforms for family friends. As a young girl Rose spent so many hours riding horseback that her mother was concerned she might never learn homemaking skills! Some of her favorite pastimes and hobbies were caring for her beautiful houseplants, playing cards, participating in various local women’s clubs and the Bridger Senior Citizen’s Center of which she was a past president.
All children were special to Rose from her own children down through the generations. She would simply light up when a child walked into the room. The little ones received and gave in this special relationship.
Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Mike, son Donnie, four brothers, Mike, Tony, Joe, and Edward, one grandson, Donald Steffan and one great-granddaughter, Jessey Roods. She is survived by five sons, Wally (Jane) of Billings, Jim (Minnie) of Grand Junction, Colo., Monte (Judy) of Bridger, Bruce (Pat) of Naturita, Colo., and Mike (Audrey) of Lakewood, Colo.; five daughters, Leona (George) Jovanovich of Billings, Alice (Bill) Richey of Powell, Wyo., Gloria (Bob) Thiel of Bridger, Carol (Ken) Jenkins of Columbus, and Penny (Jim) Breen of Greybull, Wyo.; one brother Ray (Cheryl) Kohler and one sister, Hilda Davis; sisters-in-law Eva, Alice and Mary; 27 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
Rose resided most recently at Evergreen Laurel where she made many friends and was well cared for by staff members who were so kind to her.
Let her aches and pains and all her unknown suffering be eased, for we know how unselfishly she gave to us.
Let not distance nor death diminish our devotion and love as we try our best to return what she has given to us from the cradle to the grave.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2002, at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel, with burial in Bridger Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the charity of one’s choice.
MOM, WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!
MARGARET E. LUKICH
Margaret E. “Peggy” (Korinko) Lukich, 76, of Spokane, Wash., entered into rest on Oct. 16, 2002.
She was born Oct. 20, 1925 in Washoe, Mont. She was raised in Bearcreek and attended Bearcreek and Red Lodge schools. She was a member of Northwood Presbyterian Church. Peggy worked several years as a sales clerk for Crescent Dept. Store in Spokane.
She is survived by John Lukich, her husband of 56 years; two sons, Tom Lukich and wife, Sharon of Mead, Wash. and Cliff Lukich and wife. Lyn of Spokane; a daughter, Randi Lukich of Kennewick, Wash.; seven grandchildren, Mike Lukich, Shelly and Bill Schumacher, Lori and Charlie Hess, Kelly Lukich, Tracy Verrette, Joel and Robin Verrette and Katie Verrette; six great-grandchildren, C.J. Hess, Riley Hess, Caden Hess, Gentry Schumacher, Justin Schumacher and Jonah Verrette; two sisters, Helen Pollari of Big Timber, Mont., and Susan Podgorski of Butte, Mont.; numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Mike Korinko; mother, Susis Doran; stepfather, John Doran, and brother, John Korinko. A funeral service was held Oct. 19, 2002 at Riplinger Funeral Home. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Ogden Hall, 2825 W. Dean, Spokane, WA 99201.
