Arthur A. “Butch” Arnoldt, age 67, of Miles City, passed away April 1, 2014 at his home in Miles City as a result of a heart attack.
Butch was born June 11, 1946 in Miles City to Albert and Lila (Lewis) Arnoldt. He attended school at Garfield and Washington graduating from Custer County High School in 1964. He started working for local dairies while in the 5th grade. During his grade school years he also ran a trap line and would use horses he was breaking for Jim Archdale.
He entered the Naval Reserves in 1964, served in Vietnam from July 5, 1966 to July 5, 1967 and was honorably discharged in January of 1970. Ten days after returning from Vietnam Butch and Marilynn Leitholt were united in marriage in Miles City.
Butch worked at Miles City Dairy for Ralph Forman until it closed. He and Marilynn bought their place in the country on their first anniversary. He worked a few short jobs before going to work at Pine Hills School for Boys in June of 1973. In 1974 he went to work at Fort Keogh at the Beef Barn and remained there until retiring in 2008 after 35 years with the State of Montana.
Butch enjoyed his place in the country; hay irrigating, calving, lambing and especially being with his boys. He even learned how to shear sheep.
His hobbies included making wood silhouettes, tying flies, gardening, remodeling the house, crocheting afghans and black powder shooting.
In addition to his parents, Butch was preceded in death by his step-father Harry Mellville.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years Marilynn, sons Chad (Dorothy “D.J.”) of Baker, MT and Bart (Patty) of Riverton, WY; grandchildren Orrin, Dal, Mariah, Cody and Dustin; brothers Eddie Arnoldt of Miles City, MT and Albert Arnoldt of Gillette, WY as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday April 4, 2014 at 2:00pm in the chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Burial with full military honors will follow at the Eastern Montana Veteran’s Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Bill and Carol Smith says
Marilynn, Chad, Bart and families, We are sorry for your loss. We will remember Butch as a quiet and strong man. If there is anything we can do,let us know.
Nancy Arnoldt says
Marilynn,Bart,Chad and families so sorry to hear about Butch if I can do anything please let me know Love Nancy
Gwen Wickham says
Marilynn, was so sorry to hear about Butch. I enjoyed playing washers with you both at Bev’s house. Prayers to all of you, Gwen
Ed and Becky Gergen says
We were very sorry to hear that Butch passed on. We are thinking of you and your family.
Bill Tramp says
Marilynn and Family,
Butch has been a good neighbor. He will be missed. You have my condolences. Bill
Andrea Arnoldt says
Marilyn and Family:
So sorry to hear about Butch I am sending my condolences to the family.
Carol Schneider says
Marilyn, Chad, Bart and family,
So sorry to hear the sad news about Butch. May God bless you all and watch over you in the days to come. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
The Schneider Family
Jeana and Syra Brock says
Bart and family I am very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Sounds like a good life was lived. In my thoughts and prayers.
Murr Isaacs says
Marilynn, I am so sorry for your loss. Butch and I shared many fond memories of our youth. May he rest in peace.
Vernon & Janice Kaul says
Marilynn & family, so sorry to hear about Butch. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. God Bless.
Stan & Judy Scott says
Marilynn words cannot express how sorry we are at Butch’s passing.
We have lost a wonderful man and a very dear friend he will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this sorrowful time.
Marj Anderson says
Marilynn, Chad, Bart, & families
I have so many memories of our families being together over the years. As kids the five of us were always up to something, usually not good. I will always remember Butch’s smile and was so honored to get one of those just a week ago in ICU. There will only ever be one Grape Ape. My thoughts are with you all and let me know if there is anything we can do.
Dick & Kathy Trask says
Marilynn, Boys& family may Gods abiding love get you threw this time of loss, our prays & thoughts are with all of you.
Eddy and Melissa (Brown) Adams and family says
Marilyn, Chad, Bart and families… So sorry to hear of Butch passing…. Thoughts and prayers and love are with you all at this time! Many precious memories are in my heart!
Steve and Gayle Serquina says
Marilyn and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We know that you will miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilynn an family says
I am so sorry for your loss. I know Butch is no longer in pain an he is in Gods hands. You will be held in Gods arm an will get thru this.
I love you an wish I could be there for you. Love an prayers for you all….Jane Leitholt Hall
Mike & Patsy Davis says
Marilyn; Bart, Patty, Cody & Dustin; Chad & family–
So sorry to hear of your loss! Please accept our sincere sympathy from our family,
and cherish your fond memories forever!
Mike & Patsy Davis
Dusty, Tonya & boys
Marla, Mike & girls
Jane and Duane Bundy says
Marilynn and family…Sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to know and work with Butch. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kistia (Johnson) Golie says
Marilynn, Bart, Patty, Chad & DJ,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss of your dear loved one. I will always remmeber the holidays I spent with your family. I still have and cherish that beautiful afaghan ( Mauve, Blue, and White) Butchmade for me so many christmas ago. Hugs and much love beign sent your way!
Kistia (Johnson) Golie
Jim and Marilyn May says
Marilyn and family,
So sorry, our love, sympathy and prayers for all of you.
Marilyn and Jim May
Teresa Geib Bacon says
Marilyn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all, Blessings Teresa
Emma Higgins says
Alvin & Eddie ~ so very sorry to hear about your uncle/brother. Knowing the two of you like we do, we know that he was a wonderful man who will be missed by all who ever had the pleasure of meeting him. You are all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers today, tomorrow & in the weeks ahead of you. Always hold memories close to your heart. Memories will get you through this tough time. Alvin ~ always know that you are our brother in mind and at heart. We love you and are thinking about you.
Rick and Avis Rost says
Marilyn and family, So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May you find peace in the fact that you will be reunited again in time, and may God shine his blessings and comfort on you.
Tina Martelle Sticka says
Marilynn, Chad, Bart, & families, So sorry to hear about Butch. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I hope you find some comfort in your memories. Love to you all.
Bob and Laura Bellows says
Butch was a great friend and dependable. All the work we did around the beef barn, we knew Butch would do what was needed and would do it right. We send our deepest sympathies to the family and express our thanks for sharing Butch.
Friends, Bob and Laura
Rod & Sue Heitschmidt says
Marilyn and family – Just learned of Butch’s passing this afternoon when I was reviewing Stevenson and Sons obituaries. We are so sorry and send you our very best. Butch was a great worker at Fort Keogh. He was as solid as they come: quiet, gentle, hard working, fully dependable, and highly capable. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our best to you.
Rod and Sue