Carl William Ertman, 96, of Forsyth passed away on October 29, 2012. Carl was born on October 8, 1916 at the family farm on Reservation Creek west of Forsyth, MT. He was born to Frank and Clara (Weber) Ertman. Carl and his family moved to Forsyth in 1924. Carl attended school in Forsyth and graduated from Forsyth High School in 1936. After high school Carl went to work for Northern Pacific Railroad until March 1942, when he enlisted in the United States Army. He served as a medic for the 3rd Medical Battalion, served in Africa, Italy and Europe Theatre until he was discharged in October 1945. In 1947 Carl married Juanita Luck in Carson City, Nevada. He returned to Forsyth and worked for Northern Pacific Railroad and then worked for the City of Forsyth in 1968. In 1970 he married Dixie Hanson in Forsyth.
Carl was a member of the V.F.W. and loved the outdoors and baseball.
Carl is survived by son Brian (Carol) Ertman of Forsyth, three sisters Fern Leemhuis of Forsyth, Helen Cady of Lewistown, MT, and Mae Ertman of Lewistown, Mt, Grandson Kenneth Scott Ertman, and 3 Great Grandchildren Draven , Reese and Echo.
Carl is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Clara, Brother Paul Ertman and Sister Ruth Leemhuis and wife Dixie Ertman.
Visitation will be 10:00 to 5:00 November 1, 2012 at the Chapel of Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth.
Funeral services will be 2:00pm November 2, 2012 at the Chapel of Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth.
Stevenson & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 am to 5:00 PM
Thursday November 1, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Sons of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Friday November 2, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 am to 5:00 PM
Thursday November 1, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Sons of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Friday November 2, 2012
Chapel of Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home of Forsyth
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Peggy and Earl says
Brian, Carol, and Family,
Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your Dad. Earl so enjoyed working with him during the time they were both employed by the city. May you find comfort in knowing others care, and are thinking of and praying for you at this difficult time. Earl and Peggy
Cathy Byron says
Forsyth lost a gentle spirit and a kind soul with his passing.
My prayers are with all of you.
Al Kajin says
We will miss our good neighbor.
Karen Magee says
My uncle was a kind, godly man. One of my favorite memories is from a summertime visit I had with the family. Uncle Carl had given me his organ which he could no longer play and after enjoying it so much I wanted to share some songs with him on my visit. We searched out a place where I might be able to do this and ended up at the Presbyterian Church. It was here that my Mother, Aunt Fern, cousin Brian and Uncle Carl spent some time one evening. Uncle Carl would shout out hymn numbers of songs he wanted to sing. I would play them and the family would sing. I could hear him lifting his voice in worship! It was a
wonderful time. Peace to you Uncle Carl. Love, Karen
Cooky (Johnson) Hays says
My husband (Frank Johnson) worked with Carl for the city of Forsyth. Carl was the epitomy of what a true gentleman should be. Always kind, soft spoken and gentle. I adored him and will always treasure having known him. A wonderful man! Carl, may your family find peace in your wonderful memory.
Kawasaki says
Courtney – Love the ones of the bride by the window and the spkrrleas look great in black and white! I can’t wait to see more from other weddings you’ve had the opportunity to second shoot at.Keep it up lady, each blog post gets better and better! <3
Echo ertman says
I didn’t get to know you very much or very long but I knew you were the best.