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Obituary for Edward Emil Stein
Edward Emil Stein Sr. (Eddie) was born April 17, 1926 in Alcova, Wyoming. He passed away early morning Sunday December 20, 2020 in his home surrounded by his family.
Eddie is survived by his wife Mary Jo and seven children; Ed Stein Jr (Kay and their two boys Andrew and Chris, his wife Tessa and great granddaughter Emerson) of Stevensville, MT, Bob Stein of Mountain Home, AR, Kathy Gamble (John) of Miles City, MT, Mike Stein of Belgrade, MT, Cindy Compton (Scott and their daughter Jennifer) of Tucson, AZ, Patty Conner (Tim) of Sandy, UT, Connie Starkey (Tim and their two children, Trenton and Taylor) of Great Falls, MT. His niece Kim, nephews Alan, Craig, and Blake Wiland and Dan Lowney. He is proceeded in death by his first born Daniel Stein in 2016, his sister Elta and brother in-law Dave Wiland, brother in-law and sister in-law Con and Sharon Lowney.
Eddie was educated in Miles City, MT and joined the US Army during WWII prior to his senior year at Custer County High School. He served in the Fighting 69th Army Infantry division stationed in England, France and Germany as they approached the final conflict, the Battle of the Bulge that ended WWII in Europe. He was the driver for senior officers moving around the battle lines until the war ended and served the rest of his time with an ordinance evac company to dispose of the damaged tanks. He then served in the Montana National Guard. We are proud of Ed’s service to our country.
When he was discharged in August of 1946, he returned to his hometown of Miles City, MT. He met Mary Jo Lowney from Butte, MT who was in nurses training. They married July 2, 1951, the beginning of 69 years together. Eddie was a skilled mechanic, working for Love Motors for 18 years and Beacon Carter for 30 years. He retired in 1991. His favorite activity was fishing, which he did frequently. He also like woodworking, gardening, was an avid bowler and enjoyed reading history and war novels and watching Atlanta Braves baseball. He and Mary Jo traveled to visit their children and grandchildren in various cities, Hawaii, cruises to Alaska, Caribbean and the Panama Canal in his retirement years.
Due to the current pandemic situation, there will be private family services on Tuesday December 29th at Stevenson’s Funeral Home followed by military honors at the gravesite. Viewing hours will be available to the public at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home on Monday December 28th from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
At the request of the family, please send cards or donate in Ed’s name to your favorite charity in lieu of food and flowers. Family appreciates your prayers and thoughts during this time as we celebrate the life of our husband, father and grandfather.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday December 28, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Private Services
Tuesday December 29, 2020
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Tuesday December 29, 2020
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday December 28, 2020
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Private Services
Tuesday December 29, 2020
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Tuesday December 29, 2020
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Cori Hanel Brubaker says
To Edna Jo and family, I am sorry for your loss. Our families had great times growing up in the neighborhood. It’s very hard these days with all the loss of family members and friends.
Diane Welbes says
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Thoughts and Prayers
Claudine Regalado says
I hope that you will find the inner strength to get through this sad and difficult time. You have my deepest and sincere sympathy. Thinking of you and your family.
Joanne Richardson says
Mary Jo and family. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. He was surrounded by love and very caring family. May you be comforted in knowing that he is resting in peace now.
Dannette Cremer says
MaryJo and family, So very sorry for the loss of Ed. He will be truly missed. May he Rest in Peace and may you keep his memory close to your heart.
Jim and Cathy Bastian says
Oh Mary Jo and Family, we are so sorry! You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you especially Mary Jo!
Jack Fleming says
Dear Mary Jo,
Caroline and I send condolences on your loss of Eddie. We know he had the best nursing care!!
Mike and Linda Wyse says
Mary Jo and family so sorry to hear of Eddie’s passing He was a great guy and will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Larson says
Mary Jo and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Hafla Ruppe says
I’m so sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.
Linda & Richard Meidinger says
Mary Jo and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss of Eddie. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Pray that your awesome memories help you through this difficult time. Hugs and prayers. God Bless.
Marla Malley says
Prayers for your family.
George and Maggie Holom says
Mary Jo and family, we are sorry to hear of your loss of Eddie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May he Rest In Peace.
Al Homme says
very pleasant to deal
Al Homme says
that’s to deal with
Lynn Anderson says
Mary Jo and family, I am saddened to hear of Eddie’s passing; such a kind and caring gentleman.
My thought and prayers are with you all. May God give you the strength and peace during this difficult time.
Julia Pierce says
Mary Jo and family, Dave and I are so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was always so kind to both of us. Prayers for you and your family.
DAN DINARDI says
Sorry for the loss Ed was a great guy
Joan Brown says
So sorry to hear about Eddie’s passing. Our families were such great neighbors to each other for so many years! Lots of wonderful memories of life on Knight Street. Sending thoughts and prayers in this sad time. Joan Watts Brown
Ginger Huckins says
To Mary Jo and family, I am so sorry to see you lost Ed. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he would come into the NAPA store for parts.my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Curtis Fillafer says
Kathy and family. I so sorry for the loss of Eddie. I can’t begin to tell you of the many decades of chariest pleasant memories that I was involved with Eddie and the life he led in the community. God bless you in heaven Eddie and I’m so sorry to see you leave us.
Bruce Klapmeier says
Mary Jo, Ed, Bob, and all the rest of the family,
So sorry to read of the loss of Eddie, I feel your pain after just losing dad. I have so many awesome memories of your family and our young lives on Knight St. I always enjoyed visiting with Mary Jo and Eddie when I was home visiting my folks. So sorry for your loss.
Sandy Anderson says
Mary Jo, I’m so sorry to hear of ed’s passing. Will Keep you all in my prayers.
Thayne and Roberta Bohman says
Our thoughts and prayers have been for Mary Jo and all the family, to our son in law. Ed, Kay, And their family!love Thayne and Roberta
Susan Moreno says
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Shannon And Bryan says
Mary Jo and kids, so sorry to hear of Ed. He was such a kind man. Our prayers.
Rob Shipley says
Ship and Mary and myself all loved Eddie Stein. He worked for the Beacon for thirty (30) years, and, he was as much, “family”, as any of the several hundred wonderful persons who worked there in the 37 years Mom and Dad owned it and operated it.
When I arrive in Heaven for all eternity, Eddie will shake hands with me like his good habit, “Robbie, how are you today?”
All my love, Rob Shipley
Roger Gamble says
Mary Jo and family, I’m sorry to hear of your loss of Eddie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. The Gamble Family!
Rick and Dee Abbott says
Mary Jo and family: We were sad to learn of the loss of Ed. Each of you are in our prayers for God to grant you His comfort, peace and solace.