To watch Arnold Anderson Funeral Service live stream go to: https://youtu.be/MNx-lxnoMTI
Arnold K. Anderson, formerly of Terry, MT, passed away suddenly with his daughter and grandson by his side on the morning of June 13th, 2020, at Holy Rosary Healthcare hospital in Miles City. Born May 25th, 1935, in Joliet, MT, Arnold was the last of six children born to Norwegian immigrants Alfred and Anna (Kjørås) Anderson. In childhood, Arnold’s first language was Norwegian, which was commonly spoken alongside English on the Anderson family farm between Joliet & Columbus. Arnold graduated from Joliet H.S. in 1953 & later joined the Army in 1958. He was stationed in Kaiserslautern, West Germany, as a welder & company mail clerk until his honorable discharge in 1962. In Dec 1963, Arnold married the love of his life, Mary Lou Butler.
In the spring of 1964, Arnold & Mary Lou made their home in Columbus, where later that year, they welcomed their first daughter, Christine. In September of 1965, they moved to Bozeman so Arnold could pursue a degree in Range Management at MSU. In March of 1967, their son Craig arrived. Upon Arnold’s graduation in 1969 they moved to Wyola, MT on the Little Big Horn Ranch where Arnold worked as a farm foreman. In March of 1970, Arnold & Mary Lou welcomed their 3rd child, Lynn. Between the summer of 1970 & through the summer of 1981 they lived in Absarokee & Columbus. During those years, Arnold worked as a ranch foreman, an Ag Loan Officer, a salesman for a farm implement dealer, & a salesman for a livestock feed company.
In 1981 he and his wife moved the family from Columbus to Terry, MT where over the years he worked at Falkenstern’s Implement, the Hinebauch Ranch, and the Jens Ranch. He was also a part-time custodian at the local post office. Arnold retired in 2005. One of Arnold’s greatest moments in life, was the birth of his grandson, Jared in 1989. They spent many special times together fishing, hunting and camping. Grandpa & grandma were everything to their grandson. Grandpa was always there to be a consistent positive role model to his grandson as the only father-figure in his life. Jared will always remember the fond childhood memories of time spent in Terry in their simple cozy home as some of the happiest of his life.
Arnold’s family will always remember him as a true gentle giant, who in his prime stood 6’3” in size 14 shoes, with massive hands & an even bigger heart. He was such a kind man who always had a smile & time for conversation with any stranger who needed a friend in the moment. He loved to read the funny papers and had a great loud shaking “belly laugh”. Both he & Mary Lou loved spending time with their earthly family, but longed to see the face of Jesus.
Arnold was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, & his beloved wife in 2014. He is survived by all three children, Christine of Memphis, TN, Craig (Roxanne) CDR, USN (RET.) of Marina, CA, & Lynn of Miles City. He is also survived by his only grandchild, Jared Boles, also of Miles City.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Bible Church in Miles City. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Joliet Cemetery in Joliet, MT. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday June 25, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 26, 2020
Grace Bible Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday June 25, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday June 26, 2020
Grace Bible Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Share
Jerry & Peggy Stanley says
So very sorry for the loss of your dad. Your in our thoughts and prayers. 🙏🙏
Shelley Schultz Steyh says
So sorry for your loss Lynn , many fond memories of your Dad and Mom. Keeping you in our prayers.
Ron and Shelley Schultz-Steyh
Mary Ann Liles says
Dear Lynn, Jared and family, We are so very sorry to learn of Arnold’s death. He had the very best of care from you two and will be remembered for his sweet disposition and devotion to his family. You are and will be in our prayers. God bless you. Love, Jim and Mary Ann
Ron and Connie Watts says
Lynn and Jared, So very sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. May God keep you and all of your family in his close embrace during this painful time. Sending love and prayers.
Diana Elwood says
Lynn, So sorry to hear of your loss, you and your family will be in our prayers. May Godbless and keep you.
Chris and Diana
Jack Fleming says
Lynn
So sorry to see that your Dad has passed. You sure gave him the best care
Tina Thompson says
Lynn & Jared: Sorry to hear about your Dad (my birthday buddy).
So enjoyed him & your Mom.
Dennis and Heidi Beverlin says
Lynn and Jared,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m sure you will always have many fond memories of both your mother and your father, they were clearly special people, and will be missed by all.
Dennis and Heidi Beverlin
Delores Cameron says
Dear Lynn,
My sympathy to you & your family. You took such good care of Dad and I know he appreciated everything. He was a great person. I was thankful for the time he & Mom were able to spend reminiscing and sharing Terry news.
Also, Lynn, thanks for everything you have done for me.
phil ewalt says
Arnie was one of the good guys.
Audrey Haumschild says
RIP Arnold you were a sweet wonderful man . I will miss you dearly , but I’m happy you got to go home to be with your wife . Out of pain and at peace. Hugs and Prayers are Lynn and Jared .
Larry and Judy says
Chris, Craig, Lynn and Jared. Please know that we are mourning the death of your dad along with you. He was a very good friend. We will always remember what a big heart he had, and what a decent and respectable man he was. We take comfort in the knowledge that he looked forward to receiving his heavenly reward and is now reunited with Mary Lou in the presence of his Lord. Larry will be forever grateful that he and Arnold just had a phone conversation on his birthday.
Marty and Jeanette O'Dea says
Lynn & jared,Chris, and Craig, our deepest sympathy at your loss. We were so sorry to hear of your Dads death. He was like family to us and helped take such good care of my Dad. Lynn you have been a wonderful and caring caregiver to your Dad, we have seen that in everything you do. May he rest in peace, I know your Mom is waiting with open arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jane Raymond says
So sorry to hear about his passing. I’m going to miss making him his favorite hot chocolate everyday. He was the sweetest most caring man and he loved everything chocolate. ❤ you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
MEG HERNANDEZ says
Lynn, Jared and Family
Sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Delphine Coon says
So sorry to hear of Arnold’s passing. You all are n my thoughts and prayers.
Darlene L Strobel says
My prayers and sympathies are with each of you.
Elmer and Avis Spidel says
So sorry to hear of Arnold’s passing , I know that he is with the Lord, I pray that the Lord surround you and all the children with His love.
Andy & Nancy Pehl says
Lynn, Jared, Chris and Craig,
Our sympathy to each of you as you mourn the passing of Arnold. We greatly appreciated both of your parents. Their kind attitude and strong Christian witness was always an encouragement to us.
Steve and Beth Hinebauch says
Chris, Craig and Lynn, we were sorry to hear about Arnie’s passing. Arnie was a big man with an even bigger heart. We will always cherish the memories we have from when he worked for us. Arnie was one if a kind and will be missed but never forgotten. Hugs and Prayers.
John Uden says
Lynn and Jared I am truly sorry to learn of your loss. Arnie set an outstanding example for you Jared and I lnow that you both have an empty spot in your hearts now. Cherish all of the lovely memories that you have of your lives with Aenie as they will constantly give you peace of mind in the coming years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rosanne says
Lynn, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Just keep thinking of the visits we had about him. He was so lucky to have you and Jared there for him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terri L Stevenson says
Lynn, Jared, and family, So sorry for the loss of your Father, and Grandfather. He was a special man, and you two took the best of care for him. May the Lord give you peace as you carry out his final wishes and the days to follow. We are here for you! Love Todd and Terri
Jack & Kris Crocker says
Lynn so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a nice man.
Lisa says
Sending my deepest sympathies,and prayers to you and your family.
John and Debra Moore says
Such a kind and gentle man. Our condolences.
Shumon Pius says
Anderson family, I hope it is of some comfort to you that he is with your mom again. I have just a couple memories of him from long ago. They are good memories. He was nice to me…but from how he is described, he was nice to all, so no surprise there. I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you all at this time and always. Blessings and condolences.
Georgia Espinoza says
Dear Lynn and family
My heart goes out to you Uncle Arnold was a wonderful man and he will be missed by all I want you all to know My family Will be thinking of all of you on this sad day
Garth Sleight says
Chris, Lynn, Jared, and Craig, my sincere condolences to all of you and to the extended family. Cherish the memories of your parents; they will sustain you at this time of loss.
Jackie Stroh says
Christine,Craig, Lynn,Jarod my sincere condolences in the losing of your father Arnold was a kind deep soul. I enjoyed taking care of him and got attached to him when he was at holy rosary and I do miss seeing him may he rest in peace!
Kathryn West says
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, Lynn. 😔 I’m thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Kathy