Agnes Katherine Hafla Cremer, age 105 years, four months and two days, has entered into her eternal reward, passing away peacefully on Saturday, June 14. She was born Feb 12, 1920 in the family home near Wasson Flats, Garfield County, the fifth child and third daughter of Anton and Agnes (Hanel) Hafla.
Raised on a small farm near what is now Cohagen, she completed her education at the Hafla school nearby. After eighth grade she remained on the farm to help her parents. At age 17 she won a 4-H Judging Contest and earned a trip with other young Montana 4-H’ers to Chicago to the National Convention. In 1939 she moved to Miles City and attended the Montana Business Institute. She also worked at the Holy Rosary Hospital and at the U.S. Gardens Restaurant. Her brother-in-law, Fred Dyba, set her up on a blind date which is how she met her future husband, Bob Cremer. On June 21, 1941, she married Robert (Bob) Charles Cremer at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 7:30 in the morning. The officiant was Msgr. Thomas Hennessey. In 2014 they were recognized as Montana’s longest married couple. They celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in June 2016 and were married for a total of 79 years. In February of 2020 they both celebrated their 100th’ birthdays. Bob died in October of 2020.
The newlyweds were rabbit hunting on a Sunday morning in December when friends told them that Pearl Harbor had been bombed. Agnes followed Bob to Santa Anna, CA, after he enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1942, and then to Albuquerque during his training. After he received his orders to go to the South Pacific, she returned to Miles City and lived with his parents, Charles and Emma Cremer. She attended Mass daily to pray for her husband’s safe return. During that time, she worked for the clothing store, Vaughn and Ragsdale, where the owner wanted to train her to be a buyer. But Agnes declined, knowing she and Bob had other plans. When Bob returned to the States they lived in Texas while Bob trained Chinese cadets. Upon his discharge from service in 1945, she quit her job to be a full-time wife and mother to their five children.
Agnes served on many school, church, and civic associations. She was a Brownie leader, officer of the Community Concert Association, member of the Altar Society and PTA and a strong supporter of Sacred Heart Catholic Parish and Sacred Heart Elementary and High Schools. She was always in the stands or audience with Bob cheering one or another of their active children, and then grandchildren. Agnes also enjoyed traveling with Bob to his business conventions and leisure time with family on cruises and reunions. She loved to dance, to bowl, and to garden. She was very proud of her flower garden, especially her roses, which she nurtured carefully.
Agnes is survived by her five children: Sheila (Ross) Walrath, Robert (Kären) Cremer, Chuck (Jeanette) Cremer, Craig (Dannette) Cremer and Marc (Mary) Cremer. They had fourteen grandchildren, Lara (Gus) Lazear, Lisa (Doug) Cullins, Scott (Jessica) Walrath, Christa (Rusty) Phalen, Jenny (Tim) Giles, Bobby (Brittany) Cremer, Kevin (Theresa) Cremer, Ryan (Holly) Cremer, Corey (Kelly) Cremer, Danielle (Edward) Dindinger, Jessica (Alex) Hartford, Joe (Asia) Cremer, Amy Cremer and Sarah Cremer, and 24 (and counting) great grandchildren and a multitude of nieces and nephews.
Agnes was preceded in death by her parents and husband Bob; her only son-in-law Bruce Ross Walrath; her siblings: Anna (Fred) Dyba, Mary Strom, Joe (Marie) Hafla, Anton (Lydia) Hafla, Rose (Casper) Schantz, Margie (Don) Davis, John (Jean), Hafla, Richard (Betty) Hafla, and Vince (Sylvia) Hafla.
The Cremer family extends special thanks to the members of the Hospice team at Intermountain Health/Holy Rosary for the care they showed our Mother in her final days to ensure her comfort and to support the family. Thank you to all the nurses, CNAs, nutrition, and support staff at the Residential Living facility who responded to every request and made our mother feel special. Thank you to Jackie Bremer and her staff for their assistance and friendship which enabled Mom to stay in her home. And thank you to Father Jolly and Sister Lissy whose visits brought Mom the reassurance of God‘s love.
Arrangements are being made with Stevenson’s and Sons Funeral Home. Family to Receive friends will be held on Monday, June 23rd from 4 – 6 pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, followed by the Rosary at 6 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, June 24th at 10 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery. A reception will be in the Sacred Heart Parish Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Miles City Sacred Heart School.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday June 23, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rosary Service
6:00 p.m.
Monday June 23, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 24, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rite of Committal
Tuesday June 24, 2025
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Rd
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday June 23, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rosary Service
6:00 p.m.
Monday June 23, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 24, 2025
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana Ave.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Rite of Committal
Tuesday June 24, 2025
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Rd
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Diane Welbes says
Oh, Bless her heart. I never saw her without a smile and she always grabbed my hand when we talked. Please know that the family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy & Al Kelm says
We’re so very very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. she was one of the classiest, nicest & beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy & Al Kelm
Lori lund says
Dear Agnes, your really going to be missed, when I left your house I would always have a special happiness in my heart. We had so much fun together. May you rest peacefully with our father now.
Marvin and Lynne Brush says
Our deepest condolences, so sorry for your loss
Diane Welbes says
Oh no, she always had a smile, and I remember that she always grabbed my hand when we talked. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Marlene Lounder says
Sorry for loss she lived a good life and was a blessing to all that knew her 🙏 ❤️
Donna Leitholt -Taylor says
To the Cremer family. I am so sorry for your loss. Agnes was a beautiful soul.
Mary Ann stoltz says
Im sorry about loss of your mother! God will help your family through this hard time!
God bless!
James Arneson says
Bob and family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. May God comfort you with the best of memories now and always.
Ken and Vicki Hess says
Agnes was remarkable! Your family was so fortunate to have her for so long. I remember her excitement of going to the grandkids games and cheering them on. She loved her family and she will be remembered with a smile and your own special memories.
Bobbi and Gary Askin says
I sure am going to miss you! You have been my neighbor my entire life. Growing up with all the Cremer kids was amazing and I have so many great memories. You became my second Mom after my Mom passed away and we had so many wonderful conversations. I’m going to miss running across the street to visit and our phone calls discussing what’s going on in the neighborhood. You and Bob were wonderful neighbors and Gary and I enjoyed every minute with both of you. Say hi to my Mom and Dad when you see them. You all can have a great reunion on the front steps.
Joyce & Jack Cavanaugh says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Agnes was such a wonderful Lady💐
MARTHA Crandall says
My sympathy
De Nice Curry and Kim Feil says
Kären and Bob
Kim and I are sorry for your loss Kären. Sending sincerest condolences, and big hugs. 💖💖
De Nice and Kim
Ray and Terri Schmidt says
We are so sad to learn of the passing of Agnes. She always had a smile on her face and was such a classy lady. What a life she lived! We will be thinking of all of you.
Curtis and June Fillafer says
Cremer family I’m so deeply sorry for the loss of Agnes. You are in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult times ahead. Agnes was an individual who always brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate to be in her company. I can’t begin to tell you of the many decades of pleasant memories I had with Cremer family. Agnes God Bless you in heaven. I’m so sorry to see you leave us. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Diane (Shamley) Ligon says
To all the Cremer family,
Sorry for your loss but what a legacy and a life well lived. May your memories bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Mary vetch says
To the creamer family I’m so sorry to heard about your mom. I bowl with her.
Kim Stanton says
Dear families,
So very sad to see that your beloved mom has passed. Miles City won’t be the same without Agnes in it! She was quite the lady. She and Bob raised an impressive family, and were a testament to the values of commitment to marriage, building a life together, dedication to the family home, and hard work. They gave us an example of how to do life right!!
“ Eternal rest grant unto her, O’ Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.”
With heartfelt condolences,
Kim Stanton
Tracy Bertrand says
A great lady, who raised a great family. RIP.🙏🙏
BERNADETTE MILLER says
The Flemming Family knew Bob and Agnes very well, and each of us was in school or close to one of the family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.
-Nicole, Rhonda, Vaughn and Bernadette
Gaylene Austin says
What an amazing woman who lived an amazing life. My thoughts and prayers go out to Chuck and Jeanette and their family.
Kim Stanton says
Dear family, so saddened to see that Agnes has passed. She and Bob lived such an admirable life with a commitment to marriage, faith, and family. Miles City won’t be the same without her!! “ Eternal rest grant unto her, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.” May she rest in peace.
With heartfelt sympathy,,
Kim Stanton
Carolyn E Hays says
Craig and Dannette, so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I’m sure she will be missed. How lucky you have been to have been to have her with you for so many years. Just think of the things she saw during her lifetime. Amazing and it sounds like she lived every year to its fullest. Cherish her memory and keep her close in your hearts.
Cooky Hays
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Dear Cremer families,,
So sorry for the loss of your sweet mom and grandma. What a beautiful soul! I know she will be missed so much!! What a legacy she has left!❤️ God bless you all!. Hugs and prayers!!
John and Candy Laney says
What a lovely lady. John has many fond memories of her and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Harvey says
What a woman of kindness and grace! Always so caring!
She has left a wonderful legacy!
Kim Smarsh says
Agnes was always a delight and had a kind word to share. I’m sure she and Bob are dancing in heaven. My sympathy and prayers to all of her family. She was so proud of each and every one of you and loved to share that. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. And may the perpetual light shine upon her.
Mark Turnquist says
To the Cremer Family. My heart goes out to all of you. Your mom was a wonderful woman. She raised a great bunch of kids. Love you all, Mark Turnquist
Michael Carr says
Craig and family. I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. You have my deepest heartfelt sympathy. May God hold her in the palm of His hand and grant her everlasting peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Larson says
Dear Cremer family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. May your memories and the peace of God give you strength and comfort.
Diane Rewerts says
Cremer Family,
Thinking of all of you with the loss of your mom. So many good Sacred Heart memories with the Cremer family. Much love, Diane Connors Rewerts
Dennis and Susie Bakken says
Our deepest sympathies
Corey Swenson says
Craig and Dannette…Wishing you and your families a joyous reunion as you gather to celebrate the life of your amazing mother. She and your dad were always great about greeting and taking time to visit a bit on the many occasions of our chance meetings. I have very fond memories of them at the softball games always cheering their sons along 🙂 Also, 79 years of matrimony is so awesome! May their legacy live on forever!
George & Maggie Holom says
To the family of Agnes Cremer: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of your mother, grandmother,etc. May she rest in eternal peace with our heavenly Father!
Rhonda Sanford says
To All the Cremer Family, my sincerest condolences in the lose of someone who has definitely blessed so many people in her long wonderful life.. you have memories to last a lifetime to share with everyone..oh the things this young Lady saw in her short 105 years here on earth.. now she is dancing in the sky with the man she truely loved and many others.. God Bless you ALL!!
Nancy Tennant says
Agnes was a ray of sunshine! May God bless you all and be with you as you go through this difficult time.
Brad and Sherri Henderson says
What an amazing woman Agnes was! Our condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with you all!
Shorty & Judy says
What a loss to Miles City our hearts are are sadden for your loss what a great lady praying for the Cremer for God to give you all the strength now and in the days to come she will be missed by all God has gained another Angel
cheryl lang says
Condolences to my special friends in the passing of their Momma and my friend Agnes. Cannot say enough about her, in how she and Bob raised their children. Her legacy lives in them as they live their lives out, sharing in their lives, the wonderful qualities Agnes had, and beyond. Thank you for sharing your momma with me. Hugs and prayers to all the children, their spouses, grand children and friends. Celebrate her love and memories!
Scott & Voni Tally says
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort & caring for your families.
Linda Moore says
It is wonderful to know a beautiful woman who lived a fulfilling and spiritual life. Now is her happiest time in heaven with her Lord. Blessings to all !
Shumon Pius says
What a wonderful mother of a great family…and what a blessed life she had here on Earth! Married 79 years…wow!
I was also struck when I noticed that Msgr. Hennessy wed them…yes,I remember him. When I started altar serving in 3rd grade I served my first masses with him. He kept doing his priestly duties until he passed. He was well-into his 90s.
Blessings and condolences to ALL the Cremer family at this time.
Edla Billing McKerlick says
I see Agnes and Bob dancing at Beacon Carter Night in Cohagen way back. And that love came through to all of us who were blessed to be in their big circle of life over the years. I would like to be at Mass Tuesday morning for dear Agnes. God Bless you all. I treasure all of her graciousness.
Ann Bush says
Condolences to the Cremer family. I still miss seeing Bob and Agnes in church on Sunday morning. They will continue to be missed!
Monica Augustyn says
My thoughts and sympathy to to you and your family.