Burnell H. Svihovec, age 90 passed away on November 13th, 2022 in Billings MT.
Burnell was born September 18, 1932 in Mott ND to Henry & Joyce (Kokemo) Svihovec. He was raised on the farm Southwest of Mott ND. He attended a country school at Maine Country School. He graduated from Mott High School in 1951 and enrolled in college at the North Dakota Agricultural College (now known as North Dakota State University) where he received his Diploma with honors as a Registered Pharmacist in 1956.
Burnell married Norma Teresa Miller, a Mott native on August 18, 1958. During the beginning years of Burnell’s career as a pharmacist the family moved from Mott, ND, to Glendive, MT, to Miles City, MT, to Circle, MT, until settling down in Terry MT and purchasing the Terry Drug Store in 1965 until retirement in 2001.
Burnell’s hobbies included fishing, hunting, target shooting, reloading, coin collecting, walking, playing cards, crossword and sudoku puzzles.
After retirement, Burnell spent his time caring for Norma due to health issues until her passing on April 27, 2014. Shortly after that, his health deteriorated to where he needed assisted living until his passing.
Burnell is survived by his daughter Vicki (Jeff) Makelky of Big Piney, WY, sons, Bernie (Kim) Svihovec of Mesquite, NV, and Mitch Svihovec of Billings, MT, grandsons, Aaron (Megan), Eric (Emily), and Calvin Makelky; and two great grandsons, and three great granddaughters. He is also survived by one sister-in-law, Loretta Svihovec of Mandan, ND. and numerous cousins, nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma, parents Henry and Joyce, sister Darlene (Bill) Braun, and brother Gary.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry followed by a Rosary service at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Terry. Rite of Committal will follow in the Prairie County Cemetery next to his wife Norma. A luncheon will follow at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. In leu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Prairie Community Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 156, Terry, MT 59349 or to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 302 S McDonald Ave, Terry, MT 59349.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 22, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
Rosary Service
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 22, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S McDonald Ave
Terry, Montana 59349
Rite of Committal
Following the funeral service.
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Prairie County Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Terry, Montana 59349
Luncheon
Following the graveside committal
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S McDonald Ave
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 22, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
Rosary Service
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 22, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
300 Spring Street
Terry, Montana 59349
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S McDonald Ave
Terry, Montana 59349
Rite of Committal
Following the funeral service.
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Prairie County Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Terry, Montana 59349
Luncheon
Following the graveside committal
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
302 S McDonald Ave
Terry, Montana 59349
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Tyler Svihovec says
Vicki, Bernie & Mitch,
Sorry to hear the passing of your dad , Burnell. Thoughts and prayers to all of you and your families. Take Care!
Love Always,
Loretta Svihovec and Family.
Todd, Troy, Tyler, Tricia & Tiffany
Jo sturdevant says
So sorry to hear the passing of Burnell what a wonderful person. Norma was a real sweetheart and I was honored to have taken care of you kids when you were little. God Bless Burnie and Norma.Rest in God’s Grace Jo Seteren young sturdevant
Michele Sanders says
My thoughts and prayers to the Svihovec family.
Ken Stokes says
Bernie, Kim and family. Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Ehman says
Bernie was one of the nicest, kindest guys we knew. Bernie and Norma had a very nice drug store, which is missed very much.
Kevin R. Carvell says
When I was a little guy, my dad put me to work in the drug store in Mott and there I worked alongside Burnell. He was kind to me and I’ve always had a warm spot for him. Condolences to his family.
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles says
Vicki, Bernie, Mitch and families, What a great guy your dad was! We spent many happy, laughter-filled evenings at Frank and Darlane’s house with your parents. Blessings to you all and prayers as you say goodbye to your dad.
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles
Joan & Dale Hubber says
I’ve got such great memories of Bernie. He was one of my favorite people. We are so sorry for your loss.
Karla Johnson says
To Burrell family I met your father when I worked at BigSky Pharmacy! He sold his pharmacy to John and would come work once a week . He was a very nice man enjoyed working with him. When he retired I kept in touch with him at Christmas in a card and he would send me one too ! Rest in peace my friend 🙏🏽
Karla Allen Johnson
Greg and Cindy Ban says
Vicki, Bernie, and Mitch, so sorry to hear this. Our prayers and deepest sympathy to all of you. May God give you comfort and strength through this difficult time.
R Falk says
Vicki, Bernie & Mitch- So sorry for your loss. I’ll be praying that the Lord will comfort you. I’m sure you have great memories to hold onto. I’m thinking of you at this difficult time. Take care.
Lissa Power says
Vicki, Bernie and Mitch. Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a very nice man and served the Terry Community faithfully as a pharmacist.
Willis, Ardi, Lissa and Ross Bartholomay
Arlen Alice h Miller says
Svihovec Family’ Great man he was .be missed by all Thoughts and Prayers for family
Lisa Kalfell says
Vicki, Bernie, Mitch and families
So very sorry to hear about your dad.
Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Lance and Lusa Kalfell
Lynn Anderson says
My thoughts and prayers are with the Svihovec family during this difficult time.
Stephanie Kaul says
Vicki, Bernie, Mitch & families,
I am sorry to hear about your Dad. Let your many happy memories help guide you through this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Stephanie Kaul
Marilyn Bradshaw says
Vicki, Jeff and family, Mitch and Bernie
May your hearts be consoled knowing your dad/grandfather is no longer suffering and has begun his everlasting life and he is now resting in peace. Keep your memories and prayers for him daily. Our deepest sympathy.
Marilyn Bradshaw and family
Jane Huber says
Bernie was such a nice guy! He always had a smile and a great sense of humor.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May the Lord wrap his arms around you in comfort.
Lu Sh says
Bernie and Kim, and the Svihovec Family – we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Parents, no matter how old we are, still bring a heavy heart at their passing. May your thoughts bring you comfort.
Darlene L Strobel says
My deepest sympathies to each of you. I always enjoyed time with your parents…even at parent/teacher conferences!
May God be with you in the difficult months ahead, giving you strength, peace and understanding.
Love,
Darlene
Mary Jane Miller says
Dear Vicki, Bernie and Mitch: we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
We attended your parent’s wedding in Mott in 1958, arriving in a caravan from Minnesota with the Lawrence Miller family from Casselton, ND. It was quite a trip.
Mary Jane, Carol and Norman (Bert Miller kids)
Delite Dukart says
Vicki, Bernie and Mitch, My thoughts are with you, had several good visits with your dad when he ran the drugstore. Take care
Becky Rhodes says
Vicki, Bernie, and Mitch. So very sorry to hear of the passing of Burnell. He and Norma always made us feel so welcome. We enjoyed our visits with them. They were both wonderful people. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Take care of each other in this time of grief.
Kent and Becky
Adam and Amber
geno sloan says
Good thoughts to Burnell’s family. My husband, Sherman Sloan worked with Burnell in the drug store in Mott all through his high school days. Burnell, was also his cousin on the Svihovec side. Burnell was Best Man at our wedding in 1957, then we lost track, but found him and Norma in Terry years later and stopped to visit them when traveling through Montana. He was a good guy. If you come to ND, go south of Mott 18 miles to “Flag Hill” Svihovec homestead and you can still see where his family farm was located.