Albert (Sonny) Barta was born on November 17, 1944 at home in Belfield, North Dakota to Albert and Mary (Kudrna) Barta. He was the third of 10 siblings. He passed away on August 7, 2020 after a tough battle with cancer.
Sonny is survived by his loving wife Beverly (Rogers) Barta of 56 years; children Shane (Molly) Barta of Billings; Cory (Serena) Barta of Forsyth, Tina (Rocco) Toscano of Forsyth; Frank Barta of Forsyth; grandchildren Brennan (Charmayne) Barta of Billings; Taylor and Wyatt Wasserburger of Forsyth; Abby and Toby Barta of Forsyth; Sage and Cash Toscano of Laurel; great-grandchildren Travis and Paisley Barta of Billings; siblings Danny, Jim (wife Janette), Keith (wife Diane) and Allen (wife Janet) sisters MaryAnn Rausch, Shirley (Joe) Kemph, Linda (David) Calvin, and Rosie (Alvin) Stadel.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Clarence.
Sonny and family moved from North Dakota to Custer, Montana where he attended school. He then spent 32 years helping run Steiger Farms. Sonny’s family built many memories (and an outstanding work ethic!) while helping farm and irrigate. He would tell you that only the best tractors are green.
Sonny loved collecting John Deere memorabilia. Bev DIDN’T love having her house decorated in all things green and yellow! His favorites times were spent fishing on the Yellowstone with friends and family. Sonny was gifted with a wonderful musical ability. He couldn’t read music but could play the piano, harmonica, and accordion.
The family would like to thank friends, family and the Bucks (Longhorn Bar & Steakhouse in Rosebud) for the support at the fundraising benefit last summer. It meant the world to us to see how many people truly loved our Sonny boy. As he would say “You are my sunshine.”
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 14 at 11 a.m. at Stevenson and Sons in Forsyth. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home have been entrusted with arrangements. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website at www.stevensonandsons.com. Honorary pallbearers are: Dallas Steiger, Warren Wasserburger, Wayne Buck, Brennan Barta, Taylor Wasserburger, Abby Barta, Wyatt Wasserburger, Toby Barta and Travis and Paisley Barta.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Friends and Family, PO Box 957, Forsyth, MT 59327.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday August 14, 2020
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Friday August 14, 2020
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
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Lynn Tompkins says
So sorry to hear this news. I was enjoyed visiting with Sonny at the N.A.P.A. store when he came in for parts. He was always so cheerful and full of fun remarks about the goings on in town. Good memories.
Jim & Lavina Hall says
God rest his soul. Jim & Lavina
Alfred and Debbie Anderson says
We are so sorry to hear of Sonny’s passing. He was a very good neighbor and he will be missed by everyone in Forsyth. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Bailey says
Sonny will be greatly missed by his friends and family.. He was a kind, cheerful husband, father and grandfather..
Jennifer Ferguson Johnson says
Im so sorry for your loss, Sonny was a wonderful man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers
Andrita Harris says
sorry for your loss. DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES for the Barta family. RIP
Dede says
Sorry for your loss
Melody says
To the barta family I’m so sorry for your loss and I’m sending prayers and hugs to you guys. And I will miss saying hi to sonny.
Mike Ferguson says
So sorry for your loss ,Sonny was a very very good man all the way around.No doubt about it!
Ron Dye says
I may have only been in Forsyth for 10 years but was befriended by Bev and Sonny (and family) as if I had lived there all my life. With great sadness, I send condolences to the Barta family and the community of Forsyth for the loss of a VERY fine man. God just got one damn fine fishing buddy.
Dave says
Although time and distance have seperated us for many years now, we always knew where the other was. I can and have recalled many memories of times spent with Sonny and Bev in our “earlier” years…. All good. You will be missed my friend and brother (in-law)
Rita FitzGerald says
When I think of Sonny I see him trying to hide in the booth so I couldn’t slug him!! His infectious smile lit up the room. His life’s story is in the faces of four of the greatest kids to come out of Forsyth! Bev, you are a role model for wives everywhere—love shines through you.
Our prayers are with all of you.🙏
Bill and Rita
Jenifer Blazicevich says
Thoughts and prayers for his family. I have so many memories growing up around great Uncle Sonny. He could always make me smile with his clean jokes and nicknames he called us. He was loved by all.
Shannon Rowsey says
Thoughts and prayers to the Barta family
Jack Julia ferguson says
Prayers to the family sorry for your loss
Loretta says
My deepest sympathy to you Barta family. He will be greatly missed. Let all the great memories live forever💕 You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry Steiger Mahlum says
Bev, Shane, Cory, Frankie and Tina – We are so sorry for your loss. Sonny was an awesome man. So many memories growing up with Sonny and all of you. Sonny could fix anything. Just one memory- I remember coming home from (somewhere that I don’t remember) but Sonny had run my 1960 model car into the shop and did a complete motor “fix up” – because he was just that nice. When I thanked him (lots) he just grinned and said, “ohh it wasn’t much”. Sonny’s grin, giggle and caring was always something we could count on. Sonny pulled My car out of the ditch – more times than my parents knew ! May God comfort you and wrap his loving arms around your husband and father. Sonny truly was wonderful person – he touched so many. AND I remember loving it when he took out the accordion! Love and prayers for all of you and your families . Terry
Kay Rattell says
Bev and family so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Shelly and Dee Batey says
Thinking and praying for you all. Sonny was a very good man. I know he will be missed!
Cal Eggum says
So sorry to hear of Sonny’s death. Last time I saw him we visited in the shop that use to be my dads. I can say I knew two fine men who puttered around in that shop! I liked him.
Tom Fleming says
Sorry frank for your loss
Tom Fleming says
Sorry frank and family for your loss
Vic and Eleanor Bachmeier says
Our Deepest sympathy to all the family! Enjoyed our visit with them in days gone by! Prayers to all!
Cody Watson says
Im so so sorry to all your family for the loss of a amazing man my prayers and thoughts go out to all the family and friends anything i can do please let me know
Linda Watson says
I am so sorry to hear about Sonny. It has been a long time since I have seen you but I remember the fun we had when you and Sonny came to the C Club with us Watson and we parted and danced and had a good time. My condolences go out to you Bev and your whole family. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Nan Quinlan says
Bev and family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss if Sonny. What a sweet nice man with a smile that would make you feel great all day! God made a beautiful day for his final good bye. He has been missed during his struggle with cancer and will be missed for days to come.
Marcus Glenn belgarde says
Sorry for your loss
Robbin Redmond says
I am so sorry for your loss Bev. You and the family are in our prayers.