Barry Levi Niedge, age 77, of Miles City passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at the VA Nursing Home in Miles City.
Barry was born in Marysville, California on August 5, 1938, the son of Louie and Rachael Niedge. He moved with his family to Rosebud, Montana where he attended elementary school. He attended high school at CCDHS in Miles City, graduating in 1956. In July of 1956, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served until his honorable discharge in 1962. Barry married Donna Flamm on January 25, 1958 in Tiburon, California. Barry worked at various jobs following his time in the service including working as a bartender in Forsyth, MT, a car salesman in Miles City, MT, gun salesman in Overland, Missouri and he worked at a tire company in Mason City, Iowa. Barry worked in Billings for a propane company then moved to Susanville, CA and worked at a propane company there from 1973-1993 when he retired. Upon retirement, they moved to Miles City where he lived until the time of his death.
Barry was an active parent and enjoyed coaching little guy and junior high football, Little League and Babe Ruth Baseball and umpiring also. He was a member of Clampers, A.S.S.O. Club, and Ducks Unlimited. Barry enjoyed fishing, desert trips, watching Nascar Racing – his favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt. He was an avid football fan and loved watching his beloved Forty Niners play and he enjoyed watching any event his grandchildren were participating in.
Barry is survived by his wife Donna Niedge of Miles City, MT; a daughter, Nona Niedge of Marmarth, ND; and a son, Shawn and Joanie Niedge of Miles City, MT; four grandchildren: Brandon Hall of Fargo, ND; Dalton, Dillon and Sierra Niedge all of Miles City, MT; his brothers and sisters: Phyllis Martin, Anita Pearl, and Mike and Linda Niedge a sister-in-law Marion Niedge. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Della Rae Niedge, sister and brother-in-law Bobby and Dorie Batey, a brother Donnie Niedge and a brother-in-law Jimmy Martin.
The family would like to thank all of the staff at the VA Nursing Home for all of their outstanding love, compassion and care.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 26, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the VA Chapel in Miles City. Interment will be held at a later date. Following the service a reception will be held at the VFW Hall. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the VA Community Living Center, 210 S. Winchester, Miles City, MT 59301.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday October 26, 2015
VA Chapel
210 S. Winchester
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday October 26, 2015
VA Chapel
210 S. Winchester
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Fred South says
So sorry for your loss.
Mary Hurr says
Shawn and family!
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kent & Gwen Gunther says
Niedge family we are so sorry for your loss. Even knowing they’ve gone to a better place, free of their earthly pains, we’re never quite ready to see them go! Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Gwen Wickham says
Shawn and Family: was so sorry to hear about Barry. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers.
Barbieann Nicholas says
I’m so saddened to hear this, Barry you will be missed by all Thoughts and prayers Donna and Niedge family?
Larry and Leslie Manning says
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Jean Jones says
Donna and family,
I am sorry for your loss, many prayers are with you all.
Mike Nelson says
We,ve lost a good man and I,ve lost a great friend.
Ken Haws says
My best friend for a good part of my life. We’ll miss you “Bear”.
Robin Tooke says
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all at this sad time. Cherish the good memories and happy times. Barry will be missed!
Arlene Corbin says
Barry was an awesome guy and he will be missed by all of us
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Niedge Family,
So sorry to hear about your dad and grandpa. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane(Taylor) and Doug Ellingson says
Donna, Shawn, and Family, Our condolences on your loss of Barry . You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Remember all the good times! Doug and Diane
DAN AND SUMI DINARDI says
SHAWN,DONNA AND FAMILY SUMI AND I ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WAS A GOOD PERSON,
Sonja Crocker says
Barry and I went to school together at Rosebud…always a smile and a friend.
May our Lord give you peace and comfort at this time.
Karen Barnes says
Shawn and family, Was sorry to hear of the passing of your father and grandfather. Prayers are with you for comfort at this sorrowful time.
Joanne (Silva) Saffie says
Hi Donna. Barry just came to mind just now so I looked him up. So sorry to learn he had recently passed away. He was a very unique person. I always enjoyed his hearty laugh. I have very fond memories or both of you in Malta & when we visited you in Susanville. Our son, Rob, was named after Barry (Levi-middle name for both). Hope you, Nona & Shawn are doing alright.
Joanne