Allen Francis Minkoff
“During the Harvest Moon, close to the fall equinox, you left for the Heavenly reunion with all your loved ones who passed before you.”
Allen passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 19th, 2024. He was born in Miles City, MT, on August 13th, 1941, to Mike Minkoff and Dolores “Bocky” (Allen) Minkoff. Allen attended Sacred Heart and graduated from CCDHS in 1959. Shortly after that, he served in the Army and later attended Montana State University, graduating with a degree in Range Science.
Growing up in Miles City, Al loved working on the family ranch, playing sports, playing pool and riding the occasional bull. Over the years, Al spent time ranching and working for the BLM. He loved being outdoors and working with the land.
Al was a kind and friendly soul, and it was rare to go anywhere with him and not have him run into someone he knew. He was proud of his accomplishments in life and his family. He thoroughly enjoyed every minute he got to spend with friends and family. Al had a great sense of humor and was well known for his many sayings, “who goes there, friend or foe, advance and be recognized, shake’em on over the ridge, you’re burning up daylight” and many others😊
Al is survived by his children: Nicole Minkoff, Dorianne Minkoff & Michael Minkoff. Grandchildren: Josh Ewalt & Chase Maggs (Niki), Ewan Minkoff Brown, Kalia Minkoff Brown, Ambrose Minkoff Brown & Pelagia Minkoff Brown (Dorianne), Grant Minkoff & Braden Minkoff (Michael & Flora). Great Grandson: Ares (Chase). Brothers and sisters: Richard Minkoff, Dan (Karen) Minkoff, Mary Jean (Dennis) Shober, Linda (Tom) Maxwell, & many nieces, nephews and cousins that he loved very much.
Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Calvary Cemetery in Miles City. A reception will follow the burial at the Stage Coach.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday October 5, 2024
Calvary Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Diane Welbes says
So sorry about your loss-My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time/
Darlene Vanek says
I remember him as always just being a nice person. To Mike & Dorianne, so sorry. God Bless you both.
Roy says
Always a nice guy
Xina says
Nikki
I know you love this man with your soul
I am so sorry for your loss
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Sandi Kohones and Jon Wilkerson says
Nikki and family, we are so sorry for your loss!
Jennifer Johnsgard says
I’m very sorry to hear of Al’s passing. Lots of great memories at Minkoff house. My condolences to his family.
Debbie Minkoff Buscher says
Allen was one of the beautiful people. I always enjoyed our calls and visits to Montana, Allen never made us feel like we were strangers. He always called my mother on Mother’s Day, although she was just his aunt, and she always look forward to the many other calls he made throughout the years. I will surely miss the way he would answer his calls, “ Who is calling friend or foe.” Allen always had a beautiful smile and friendly words to say to you. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin, and God You sure got another good one.
McClure & Buscher Family says
I Always enjoyed our calls and visits to Montana, Allen never made us feel like we were strangers. He always called my mother on Mother’s Day, although she was just his aunt, and she always look forward to the many other calls he made throughout the years. I will surely miss the way he would answer his calls, “ Who is calling friend or foe.” Allen always had a beautiful smile and friendly words to say to you. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin, and God You sure got another good one.
linda walker says
Such a nice person. Always had something good to say. Good pool player too!
Burch and Linda Palmer says
Goodbye our friend. Would like to have seen you one more time. Burch and Linda
Robert Moores and family. Will says
We will sure miss Allen, Bob said him and Allen used to get in so much trouble when they where in detention together in high school. That was the good old days. They became great friends. Bob thought they were closer in age, Bob will be 82 in March. So sorry for your loss. Allen will forever rest in peace. We will all be together at a later date.
Susan ODaniel says
Allen was a great friend who we shared many wonderful memories! He was always so caring and fun and was a “good ole boy”! Sympathy to all his family and friends ❤️. The ODaniels. Jerry Susan Heather and Sean
Sandi Bruce says
Nikki and family I’m sorry for your loss!
Kelli Rooney says
Al was a great guy whom I worked with at BLM Big Dry Resourse Area back in the early 90’s. He always had a smile and a kind word. I was honored to see him again at Walmart a few years ago when I was in a Miles City. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Berta Cauthron says
He was special and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Dee Dee Topp says
Thoughts and prayers. I remember him being a nice guy while attending MSU.
Dee Dee Topp
Kolleen (Waldo) Forsyth - Connie's sister says
Sympathies to the Minkoff families. Allen had a memorable, contagious laugh and sure was a friendly guy. He leaves special memories behind. Im glad to have known him.
Linda Minkoff says
Al was a good and kind man. I liked him very much. Hold all your good memories close to your heart.
My condolences.
Linda Minkoff
carol watts says
Lots of good memories with Allen and his friends from a long time ago….my condolences to his family.
Teresa Geib Klein Bacon says
Mary Jean i am sorry for your loss. My Condolences and Prayers to you and the Family
John Shevlin says
Sorry to hear of Allen’s passing. The last time I ran into Allen was is a store in Helena. We were at the beer cooler, picked up the same brand of beer. Look at each other and knew each other. Prayers for the family.
Jim Thompson says
Sorry to hear Allen has passed on, he will be missed. Had lots of great talks and journeys down memory lane with Allen, usually at the 4Bs during BHS. He was a great guy, rest in peace my friend. My condolences to the family and friends.
Larry Certain says
Allen was like a big brother. I sure had wished to see him one more time. I’m sure the good Lord will give me another chance. I sure pray so. We spent many days growing up together playing football, wiffleball, and. basketball on Knight Street. Great memories with Al, Richard and Danny,Mary Jean and Linda. Love you all and miss you! Rest in peace my dear friend.