Dennis Hjorth, age 91 of Fallon, passed away at the Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive, MT with family by his side.
Dennis was born on June 11, 1926 to Christ and Amelia (Starr) Hjorth in Glendive, MT. Dennis was the second oldest of three children: Ivan and Marvin. He grew up on the family farm in Fallon attending schools in Thorson, Fallon and Terry. When he was a senior in High School he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1943. Dennis served in the Regimental Weapons Company in the battle for Iwo Jima. After being wounded in the war, Dennis was honorably discharged where he went back to the family farm to help out. He also worked various jobs for Buffalo Rapids and Shell Oil hauling crude oil. Over time he and his brother Ivan took over the family farm which was his true joy in life. On October 23, 1954 he married Margaret “Maggie” Manion. To this marriage they had four children: Carleen, Sharon, Christie and Doug. Together they farmed in the Fallon Flats for many years. They were the last of the original owners of the Fallon Buffalo Rapids Project. Every year the family would take family vacations after wheat harvest and before beet harvest. Dennis served on the Fallon Sewer Board, the Fallon Rural Fire Department, both Fallon and Terry School Boards, the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans. He was an active member in the Hope American Lutheran Church in Fallon and was a big part in helping move the church from Marsh to where it stands in Fallon today. Dennis loved to collect antique tools, playing cards (especially pinochle) and enjoyed fishing. Maggie and Dennis used to enjoy bowling together, making regular trips into Glendive for league. Above all Dennis was a family man, loving his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Dennis was preceded in death by his wife Maggie, his parents, his brother Marvin and a sister in law Maureen Hjorth. He is survived by his son Douglas (Connie) of Fallon, MT; three daughters: Christie (Kent) Liles of Lindsay, MT; Sharon (Steve) Macioroski of Glendive, MT; and Carleen (Don) Gaub of Fallon, MT; a brother Ivan Hjorth; eight grandchildren: Shane Macioroski, Scott Macioroski, Jason Liles, Laci Donnelly, Bridget Schwartz, Christ Hjorth, Beth Gaub and Cassie Gaub; fifteen great grandchildren and a sister in law Delores Hjorth. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry followed by a prayer service at 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.. at the Hope American Lutheran Church in Fallon. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Prairie County Cemetery in Terry. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 5, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 5, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 6, 2017
Hope American Lutheran Church
Fallon, Montana 59326
Interment with Full Military Honors
Thursday July 6, 2017
Prairie County Cemetery
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 5, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 5, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Terry, Montana 59349
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 6, 2017
Hope American Lutheran Church
Fallon, Montana 59326
Interment with Full Military Honors
Thursday July 6, 2017
Prairie County Cemetery
Terry, Montana 59349
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Jim & Marj Anderson says
Hjorth families
Sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the memories each of you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Becky (Chouinard) Tipton says
Dennis’ family
I’m so sorry for your loss, your Dad, Grandpa, Uncle and his many friends! He was an awesome person, kind,Proud Veteran,so much information in this gentlemen,
Cherish all your Memories and hold them close they will help you through the difficult days ahead.
Thank you for Sharing him with all of us!
Hugs
Becky Tipton
Barry & Del linda says
To all of Dennis’s family, we are truly sorry to hear of him passing, he was a very special friend, neighbor and good man. He will be missed and our thouhts and prayers are with all of you, Love Barry and Del Linda
Rob Nedbalek says
In sure and certain hope of the Resurrection, we commend our brother, Dennis into God’s loving embrace!
Our prayers surround the Hjorth family in this time. Grace, mercy and peace †
Pastor Rob and Lori (Hjorth) Nedbalek
Cindy Lund says
Our sympathies for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Lund & Charlie White
Ken and Vicki Hess says
So sorry to hear of the loss of a great man. Very special friend to our entire family. We will enjoy many wonderful memories and hope all of you do too.
DeLynn and Angie Meidinger says
To all of Dennis’ family: We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .
D&l says
Please except my condolences for the loss of your loved one. We can find comfort from god the god of all comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3,4).
Delphine Coon says
To all of Dennis’ family, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Share the happy memories. Delphine
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles & Jim Liles says
We are so sorry that you have to spend these beautiful summer days mourning the loss of this good man. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Mary Ann
Jane Huber says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you! God’s Blessings. Jane Huber
Jane Huber says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you! God’s Blessings. Jane
Wilma Kuntz says
The Hjorth families
My sincere sympathies in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Blessings to all.
Wilma Kuntz
Tacoma WA
Darlene L Strobel says
The loss of a dear friend is difficult and even more for your family. We shared many good times with Dennis and Maggie over the years. May God be with you!
Jody Haidle says
Hjorth family;
So sorry about your loss. It is never easy to loose a loved one. We always enjoyed visiting with Dennis. A true patriot and kind neighbor.
Brad and Jody
Connie and Tom Young says
Dear Hjort family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Dennis. He was a great guy and will truly be missed. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Diane says
Our sympathy to Dennis’s family. Such a caring, friendly and helpful guy!
Scott Waldo says
Looking back to when I was growing up, it is hard to think of a guy I looked up to more than Dennis. An incredibly solid guy who always seemed to enjoy life and he was there for the community again and again and again. Seeing how he lived his life made me look at how I was living mine and try to do better.
We are all less because of his passing but better for having had him with us for so many years.
My sympathy to all of you,
Scott Waldo
Janice Kaul says
So sorry to hear about Dennis. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.
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EILEEN says
Dennis was one of my favorite people always so friendly and kind I will miss him
Sandie Waldo Viall says
So many childhood memories connected to Dennis,Maggie, and family. Their family, Hope American Lutheran Church and Fallon are all linked. Although your loss is profound I hope your many wonderful memories sustain you in this time of mourning. With sadness, Sandie Waldo Viall
Jerry and Donna Buxbaum says
Prayers and comfort to Dennis family
He was a good man and friend
Dianne Freiboth says
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Hjorth family. Have such fond memories of Dennis. I babysat for the Hjorth children on a regular schedule when Dennis and Maggie went to Glendive to bowl so my acquaintance with Dennis goes back a long way. Dennis always made a big effort to be sure to say hello and have a conversation every time we visited church in Fallon. Remembering so many times he read the lessons and even gave the sermon. What a wonderful man. Hold the memories tight. You can be very proud of your Dad.
Galen & Lynn Ann Haslid says
Thoughts and prayers for Gods strength and peace at this difficult time.
Leslie Micheletto says
We are so sorry to see the passing of your loved one. God’s blessings to your family. Sincerely, Gene & Leslie Mother cheletto
Tammy Dey says
Carleen and family- I’m so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Cherish your memories as you will always have them. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wes, Todd, and Christine Koenig says
Sorry to hear the news, condolences to the family from Wes, Todd, and Christine Koenig in California…
Maggie peacock says
Sorry to hear about your dad.I will miss him so much!I love all of you.my heart goes out to you,prayers & hugs & love allways.god bless!maggie peacock!
Trish says
Sorry for your loss. I will miss Dennis dearly.
Kelly, Dulcy and Family says
Doug, Connie and the rest of the Hjorth family,
We are thinking of you during this time of sadness. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Russiff Schott and Barry Russiff says
So sorry to hear – Christie and Kent – you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Gene Kampe says
Belated condolences, especially to Don and Carleen.
Please contact me. Gene Kampe