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Roy Nicholas Roos
Roy Nicholas Roos, 79, of Billings, died peacefully in his home on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2000.
Roy was born Sept. 22, 1921, to John and Elizabeth Roos on the homestead, 20 miles north of Terry, where he was raised and educated. He married
Fern Martinson June 22, 1942, in Miles City.
Roy served in World War II, then returned to Montana in 1945. He and Fern moved to Billings in 1954 to start their family. Roy worked at Evergreen IGA as a meat cutter, then at the Federal Building in Billings until retiring.
Roy enjoyed camping, fishing, woodwork, cooking, and gardening in “The Roos Garden.” He was always willing to help others. He was a fine man with a great sense of humor and a heart of gold.
He is survived by his children Lisette Heine and Marty Roos, grandchildren Jessica (Lee) Patterson, Jill (Darren) Decker, Andy Roos, and Brandon Roos, great-grandchildren Samantha and Alexandera Decker, and many nieces and nephews.
Roy was proceeded in death by his wife of 57 years, Fern, in July 1999, his parents, his brothers Tony, Charles, Joseph, Alexander, and sisters Elizabeth and Francis, and son-in-law Douglas Heine.
Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, at Michellotti, Sawyers & Nordquist Mortuary and Crematory. Funeral mass will be held at Saint Patrick’s Co-Cathedral with Rite of Committal at Holy Cross cemetery. Memorials my be sent to Big Sky Hospice.
Grant Alexander Tyler
On Sept. 22, 2000, this world lost a truly incredible human being, Grant Alexander Tyler. Grant was 21 years of age when a sea kayaking accident in the San Juan Islands of the Puget Sound took him from all who were blessed enough to know him and love him.
Grant was born Nov. 27, 1978, in Denver. He moved with his family to Billings in September of 1982. He attended Billings West High School and graduated in 1997 as class valedictorian. Grant was a senior at the University of Washington, where he was majoring in the Comparative History of Ideas. Grant was a philosopher who believed he could make a difference, an accomplished athlete, a musician, and a true child of the great outdoors. Grant said that “happiness lies outdoors ... The wilderness is a rest for my soul.”
Grant began skiing at age 2. He raced as a competitive Alpine racer for Silver Run Ski Education Foundation from ages 5 to 18. Last winter, he began pursuing his goal of being the best freeskier he could be. He grew up skiing and came to believe that freeskiing is “the soul of skiing.” In characteristic fashion, Grant set his heart and mind to his goal and accomplished his dream.
He competed on the North American Tour for the International Free Skiing Association, finishing the 2000 season as the third ranked competitor. In his spare time he enjoyed cycling, rock climbing and, most recently, sea kayaking. Grant loved life to its fullest, living slightly on the edge as he explored new attitudes, thoughts and territories. He shared his adventures with his best friends but also took the time to include his parents and their friends in his activities.
Grant is survived by his parents, Sandee and Dave Tyler of Red Lodge, his relatives and countless friends. Grant touched many lives with his exuberance, enthusiasm for life and his compassion for others.
“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Others stay for a little while and leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. The latter is without a doubt true of Grant. We are richer and better people for having been blessed with you in our lives. Grant, we love you and we will miss you. You will be in our hearts forever. We were truly privileged and blessed to have you for our son. Til we meet again, we love you and Godspeed.” – Mom and Dad
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at the Red Lodge Golf Course Club House at 828 Upper Continental Drive. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Silver Run Ski Education Foundation to establish the Grant Tyler Memorial Scholarship.
William A. Ward
HOBSON – William A. “Billy” Ward, 69, died Sunday at the Central Montana Medical Center after a long illness.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the Creel Funeral Chapel. Cremation has taken place.
Roy Nicholas Roos
Roy Nicholas Roos, 79, of Billings, died peacefully in his home on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2000.
Roy was born Sept. 22, 1921, to John and Elizabeth Roos on the Homestead 20 miles north of Terry, Mont., where he was raised and educated. He married
Fern Martinson June 22, 1942, in Mile City, Mont.
Roy served in World War II, then returned to Montana in 1945. He and Fern moved to Billings in 1954 to start their family. Roy worked at Evergreen IGA as a meat cutter, then at the Federal Building in Billings until retiring.
Roy enjoyed camping, fishing, woodwork, cooking, and gardening in “The Roos Garden.” He was always willing to help others. He was a fine man with a great sense of humor and a heart of gold.
He is survived by his children Lisette Heine and Marty Roos, grandchildren Jessica (Lee) Patterson, Jill (Darren) Decker, Andy Roos, and Brandon Roos, great-grandchildren Samantha and Alexandera Decker, and many nieces and nephews.
Roy was proceeded in death by his wife of 57 years, Fern, in July 1999, his parents, his brothers Tony, Charles, Joseph, Alexander, and sisters Elizabeth and Francis, and son-in-law Douglas Heine.
Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, at Michellotti, Sawyers & Nordquist Mortuary and Crematory. Funeral mass will be held at Saint Patrick’s Co-Cathedral with Rite of Committal at Holy Cross cemetery. Memorials my be sent to Big Sky Hospice.
Evelyn Loveland Lawson
Evelyn Loveland Lawson, age 83, of Billings died Monday, Sept. 25, 2000, at her home.
Evelyn was born June 16, 1917, at Greybull, Wyo., the daughter of Nathan and Emma (Hauser) Loveland. She was raised in Greybull and graduated from Greybull High School.
Evelyn moved to Billings where she worked for a department store. She married
Herbert H. Lawson on Aug. 11, 1940, in Billings.
Evelyn enjoyed fly fishing at their cabin on the Boulder River. She volunteered as a grey lady at Deaconess Hospital and taught ceramics for many years.
Evelyn was a member of the First Baptist Church and had been a member of the Edna Hedges Chapter, O.E.S.
Survivors include a daughter and her husband, Pamela A. and Michael R. Oranski of Cornelius, N.C.; a sister, Virginia Strubeck of Portland, Ore.; two grandchildren, Sabrina R. Reichenberg of Nashville, Tenn., and Joshua H. Reichenberg of Charlotte, N.C. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert in 1979, her parents and two brothers, Nathan, Jr. and Mark Loveland.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at First Baptist Church, corner of Third Ave. N. and Division St. Cremation will follow the service. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Smith’s West Chapel, 304 - 34th St. W. The family will greet friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Chapel. Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice or First Baptist Church.
Anna Margarethe ‘Marge’ Ocker
Anna Margarethe Ocker, 65, of Billings died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday Sept. 24, 2000. Marge was born in Dagmar, Mont. on July 16, 1935 the daughter of Lars J. and Laura (Hansen) Larsen. In 1953, Marge graduated from Medicine Lake High School in Medicine Lake, Mont.
Marge lived in Scobey, Bismarck, N.D. then Bozeman, until she moved to Billings, in 1984. Marge was very proud of her work as an independent seamstress. She worked with many interior decorating firms and customers in the Billings and Bozeman areas.
One of Marge’s many qualities was always giving of herself and putting her friends and family first. She had the gift of making people smile and in return was admired and respected.
Marge will be remembered for her love of people, animals and her passion for flowers.
She is survived by her son, Greg Ocker of Billings; her daughter, Dianna Ocker-Fieldstead and husband Bill; daughter, Laura Ocker, her grandson Taylor Woods all of Edmonds, Wash.; along with her brothers, Svend ‘Bud’, Carl, Lars and Hans Larsen.
Marge was preceded in death by her parents and her son Jimmy, she will be laid to rest next to them at the Nathanael cemetery in Dagmar, Mont.
Funeral Service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at Dahl Funeral Chapels in Billings. On Saturday Sept. 30, there will be a Funeral Service at the Nathanael Church in Dagmar, with interment following in the Nathanael cemetery. The family thanks Big Sky Hospice for the care that they gave Marge, and wishes that Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice, 3021 6th Ave. N. Billings, MT 59101.
Miller Boe
LAVINA – Miller Boe, 86, passed away Sunday, Sept. 24, 2000. He was born in Lewistown on Feb. 19, 1914 to John and Ellita Boe. The family moved to a ranch near Big Timber in 1917. Miller married
Esther Algard on March 31, 1939. In 1941, they purchased a ranch in the Snowy Mountains where they lived until 1952, when they moved to Lavina. He remained involved with livestock, horses and cattle were the love of his life. He was always willing to help someone and expected nothing in return.
Miller is survived by his wife Esther; sons, Sid (Lois) Boe, Terry Boe and daughter, Myrna Anderson all of Lavina. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, great granddaughter, Charlotte King, and son-in-law, Michael Anderson.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, at the Lavina cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lavina QRU (Quick Response Unit) or the Lavina Senior Center. Weir Funeral home is in charge of arrangements.
Allan Watterson
WILLISTON, N.D. – Allen Watterson, 52, died Sunday, Sept. 24, 2000, in Williston.
A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Wolf Point High School auditorium. Clayton Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point is in charge.
Dr. Oscar B. Gram
Dr. Oscar B. Gram, 72, of Billings, passed away Sunday, Sept. 24, in his home after a long illness. Oscar was born Nov. 28, 1927, in Glendive, Mont., the son of Oscar Emil and Anna Gram. He grew up in Forsyth, Columbus and Billings and graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1945. After graduation, Oscar served in the U.S. Navy from 1945-1947.
Oscar received his doctor of optometry degree from Pacific University in Forrest Grove, Ore., on May 24, 1953. On Sept. 25, 1954, Oscar married
Marian Smith in Billings. In 1955 they moved to Forsyth where Oscar established his optometry practice. The family moved to Sidney, Mont., in 1967 where Oscar practiced optometry until 1979. At that time the family returned to Forsyth where Oscar practiced until he was forced to retire due to ill health.
He was an avid fly fisherman. and enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and his dogs. He was active in the Lions Club, the American Legion and was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Billings.
Oscar is survived by his wife of 46 years, Marian of Billings, four children, son Mark of Atlanta Ga., daughters Robin (Darrel) Messer of Colstrip, Thea (Steve) Counsell of Novi, Mich., son Matthew (Stacey) of Fort Smith, Ark.; grandchildren, Tayaun Messer of Billings, Ryan Messer of Atsugi, Japan, Rheanna and Ashley Counsell of Novi, Mich.; sisters Doris Dahlman, Betty Bourne and Jean (Jim) Dickson of Billings, and Evelyn (Homer) Wallace of Grand Junction, Colo., and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Lloyd Gram, sisters Adelaide Gram, Augusta Griggs and Avis Carlin.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept 27, at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Billings. Burial with military rites will follow at Terrace Gardens cemetery. Smith Chapels is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church, 709 Newman Lane, Billings, MT or Disabled American Veterans 2345 King Ave. W., Billings, MT. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice for the loving care they gave Oscar in his final days.
CHARLOTTE M. TRUSTY
Charlotte M. Trusty, 74, of Billings, passed away at her home on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2000.
She was born on Dec. 23, 1925 near Grass Range, Mont. to A.E. and Golda (Stockham) Bugle. After graduating from high school, she attended Eastern Montana College and then taught school in Gilt Edge, Mont. She met and married
Leland D. Trusty on June 1, 1945. She spend her whole life devoted to her husband and family.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Leland D. Trusty. She is survived by her son, Leland G. Trusty and his wife Melodye; daughters, Kay (Garda) Bryan and husband Charles, Pinky Thaut and husband Ron, Lela Hayashi and husband Mike; thirteen grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren. She is also survived by one brother and six sisters.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at Cremation and Funeral Gallery on 8th Street West and St. Johns. A reception will follow at Peace Lutheran Church, 1301 Ave. D.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to the Make A Wish Foundation or the charity of your choice.
Jack Bagley Anderson
Jack Bagley Anderson, long-time Billings resident and life-long Montanan, passed away Sept. 25, 2000. He was 77.
Jack was born in Mobridge, S.D., on March 8, 1923, the son of Thelma and Bill Anderson. Jack grew up in Fort Benton and was a well-known and respected member of the community. He graduated from Fort Benton High School with the Class of 1941 and attended Montana State College until volunteering for the Army. He fought with the 69th Infantry Division in the European Theater during WWII. As a member of the 273rd regiment, he was part of the historic link up of U.S. and Russian forces at the Elbe River. Twice wounded, he was awarded the Bronze Star and honorably discharged.
Shortly after the War, while living in Paris, Jack met his first wife Jeannine. They married
at the American Church in February of 1946 and after living in Europe for a short time, returned to Fort Benton to help his father manage the family-owned Woodward’s department store. Jack and Jany divorced in 1956. He married
Audrey Wilks on Oct. 13, 1956, and lived happily together with her until her death in April, 1984. Jack, Audrey and their three children lived for several years in Great Falls and Rapid City, S.D., before moving to Billings in 1972.
Jack worked as a retail sales manager for most of his career, and as a Clerk of Court for the 13th Judicial District of Montana in Billings. He retired in 1988.
Throughout his Christian life, Jack served the church in many ways. He loved to sing in the choir and most recently fulfilled his 23rd year as a lay reader at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Billings. He loved working with the youth of the church.
Jack was a 50-year member of Benton Lodge No. 25 AF & AM and Bethany Chapter No. 42, Order of the Eastern Star. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of Scottish Rite and the Al Bedoo Shrine Temple in Billings. As an active and enthusiastic member of the Al Bedoo Brass Band and Jazz Band, he devoted much of his life to raising contributions for the Shiners Childrens Hospitals.
Survivors include his brother and sister in law, Bill and Bernadine Anderson of Ronan; his brother-in-law, Claude Haigler of El Paso, Texas, and his three children and their spouses: Greg and Tammy Anderson of Boise, Idaho; Diane and Bob Guy of Billings; and Scott Anderson of Jackson, Wyo. He is also survived by his two beautiful granddaughters, Brittany and Ashley Anderson and his beloved grandson Chance Guy. His devoted son-in-law, Bob Guy, provided much support and care during his illness. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma and Bill Anderson, his wife Audrey and his sister Pat Haigler.
Cremation has taken place and services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 29, 2000, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 1241 Crawford Drive, in Billings. Internment with Masonic and Military honors will be held at Riverside cemetery in Fort Benton on Saturday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m. Smith’s Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Childrens Hospital, c/o Al Bedoo Shine Temple, PO Box 20673, Billings, MT 59104 or the World War II Memorial Fund, c/o American Battle Monuments Commission, Attn: GR048, PO Box 96074, Washington, DC 20090-6074.
Rose Prinkki
RED LODGE – Rose Prinkki, 80, of Red Lodge, died Sunday afternoon, Sept. 24, 2000, in the Beartooth Long Term Care Center.
Rose was born on Jan. 15, 1920, in Red Lodge, a daughter of Matt and Mary Susich. She was raised and educated in Red Lodge.
On Oct. 28, 1939, Rose married
Erland Prinkki in Red Lodge. They farmed and ranched in the Red Lodge area before moving to town in the early 1960s. Rose was employed as a nurse’s aide at Carbon County Memorial Hospital for 20 years.
Rose was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, a former member of the Elks Does, and actively supported establishing the new senior citizen’s center. She enjoyed sharing her baking talent with others and had also crocheted afghans for many of her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Erland Prinkki, in September, 1977.
Survivors include three sons and their wives, DeWayne (Renee) Prinkki of Casper, Wyo., David (Pearl) Prinkki of Hampton, Va., and Don (Janice) Prinkki of Anaconda; one brother, Jack Susich of Thermopolis, Wyo.; four grandchildren; three step-grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Vigil services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday in St. Agnes Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Sept. 27 in the church. Rite of Committal will be in Red Lodge cemetery, with Olcott Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be given to St. Agnes Catholic Church, Kaleva Park, Red Lodge-Roberts Senior Citizens, or charity of one’s choice.
