Eleanor Ann Harstad Neurohr left her life on this earth on May 17, 2023, to be with her Lord. She died in St. Benedict’s Care Facility in Dickinson, ND surrounded by family. She was born May 9, 1925, in Westmore, MT to Edwin & Lorna Kudick Freier. The family moved to various places in Eastern Montana as her father was employed by the Milwaukee railroad.
Following graduation from high school in Miles City, MT, Eleanor became a telegrapher for the railroad and worked in the Seattle area until her fiancé, John Harstad, returned from the Army during World War II. They were married on January 2, 1946, in Great Falls, MT after which they moved to the Harstad Ranch on Rosebud Creek.
During her years there, they operated the ranch, and she supported her husband in raising quarter horses and endeavors in racing horses, cutting horse competitions, and his insurance business. For many years, Eleanor was involved in the 4-H program especially sharing her sewing ability and was active in the Federated Church.
John and Eleanor raised their children on that ranch. Lynda Ottun, Peggy Harstad, Monte Harstad, and Rowland Limberhand Harstad have all preceded her in death.
John passed in November 1989 and Eleanor moved to Miles City in 1993. On February 11, 1994, she married John Neurohr of Dickinson, ND. They enjoyed traveling with the Miles Milers Good Sam Club, cooking for the Drop-in-Center senior citizen activities and the Eastern Montana Fiddlers Association, gardening, playing pinochle, and attending polka fests. She found comfort through her faith and was active in the Presbyterian Church where she became a Deacon in 1996 and enjoyed her ministry with her Elizabeth Circle friends.
They moved to Dickinson in April of 2018 to be near John’s family. Her husband John died in August of 2020. Eleanor remained in Dickinson until her passing.
She was preceded in death by her five siblings: Florence Yablonski, Robert Freier, Shirley Newman, Agnes Comstock, and Harold Freier; nephew Donald Yablonski; and her parents.
Eleanor is survived by and had a special place in her heart for her granddaughters, Joeleen Ottun (Cody) Cox and their children Elle and Dylan; and Jamie Ottun. She is also survived by her grandchildren JD Anderson, Sean and Jessica Harstad; son-in-law Jon Ottun; sister-in-law Barb Freier; nine Neurohr stepchildren and their families, all of Dickinson, ND; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Miles City. A luncheon will take place at the church following the Funeral Service. A private family interment will take place at a later date in the Forsyth Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Eleanor’s name to Miles City Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m.
Thursday May 25, 2023
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Thursday May 25, 2023
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
10:00 a.m.
Thursday May 25, 2023
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Thursday May 25, 2023
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
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John Rouane says
This beautiful Lady is now In Heaven with our precious Vicki! ❤️ we were blessed to be apart of this family of love and friendship ❤️. Sending loveing thoughts and prayers 🙏 ❤️ 💜..Butch and Gerri
Bernadette Miller says
Eleanor was a good friend and my best pinochle partner. She always had good things to say, very seldom was she negative. I will miss this sweet lady. They can have a big pinochle party in heaven!
Kitty Pugh says
Eleanor and I had a Wonderful Long Time Friendship
Smiling, thinking of the many, many good times together.
Love, Dixie Cozzens
Gene & Vickie says
Eleanor was one sweet lady. ❤️ What a blessing to have known her. Thank goodness for memories.
Macque Cozzens-Bohleen says
Eleanor will always be a fond member of my extended family.
I have known the Harstad family since the 1970’s and they all have held a very dear part of my heart!
Eleanor will be missed by everyone who knew her!
Jessie Leidholt says
Eleanor was always a pleasure to meet up with. Fond memories of her grace and strength.
Destiny Carlson says
Big John & Eleanor were some of the best customers at Gallagher’s with Don & Ruthie Schott and Dick & Jean Coffman. What a ray of sunshine Eleanor was with her beautiful red hair and perfectly put together!! Her genuine soul and caring spirit have lived with me through all of these years and I can speak for Rhonda & Vickie as well…We loved her & Big John! God Bless
John & Kathy Munsell says
We knew Eleanor and John through Bible studies. Eleanor had a kind, non-critical spirit about her, displaying peace within her and a solid assurance of her eternal destination. Having lost John Harstad, and then all four of her children, one would think that Eleanor might be bitter and unahppy, which she certainly was not…..but known for her kindness and patience. Will be great to see her again on the other side.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
Eleanor was a wonderful friend and neighbor. She always met you with a sweet smile and asked about the family and how they were doing. Eleanor had so much strength. God Bless You.
Laura Lee Blankenship Kalloch Beeler says
So many positive memories come to mind when Eleanor is mentioned. Having known her and her family for 40 years, I know she will be sorely missed. Having lost my husband and father many years now, I can well understand the depth of your loss. You have my most sincere deepest condolences. Prayers to you all.
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Sorry to read of Eleanor’s passing. She was a fine lady!
Carol Ann LaRose Schuetzle says
Eleanor was wonderful and beautiful lady. She was one of my customers when I sold Avon.
Then to come to find out, the first time I delivered her first order, there was Jon! Her husband John and my Dad Don LaRose worked to together in road construction for Wagner Brothers Construction from Reeder, ND. We all spent many afternoon talking about my Dad, Mom and my sister and his kids and Eleanor family too.
Both were just wonderful people. Eleanor such a gracious hostess every time I visit.
She will deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Many blessings.
Carol LaRose Schuetzle and Warren and the rest of the LaRose family.
Dee & Shelly Batey says
Rest in Peace Eleanor. Always such a sweet lady and a good neighbor.