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In Memory Of

Elizabeth D. Hofer, age 81 of Miles City.

January 26, 1937 – June 18, 2018

Elizabeth D. Hofer, age 81of Miles City, passed away on June 18, 2018 at her home with family by her side.

Elizabeth was born on January 26, 1937 in Miles City, MT. She was the daughter of Carl and Katherine (Paul) Schneidt Sr. Her family grew up in the Olive area until they moved back to Miles City in 1946. She attended grade school in Miles City and graduated from Custer County High School. Elizabeth and Birney were married in September of 1957. Starting out she worked various jobs waitressing and as a telephone operator. She found her niche as a parts manager with Sears and was with them for 36 years. When she retired she worked in the parts department at John Deere. Elizabeth loved gardening, sewing and her cows. Her first priority was her family, making sure they had food and drinks whenever they came by to visit and had family gatherings at the place.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband Birney of Miles City; her son Delbert (Julie) Hofer of Miles City; daughter Debra Rentschler of Miles City, six siblings, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings.

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. Family and friends will gather out at the Hofer residence on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.

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  1. Susan Sanderson says

    June 18, 2018 at 3:15 pm

    Del, Debbie, and families:
    I am so, so sorry to see that Liz has passed away. She was one of my favorite people. Please know you all are in
    my heart, my prayers, and my thoughts at this difficult time. Rest In Peace my friend.

  2. Joe and Jackie Schneidt says

    June 18, 2018 at 6:04 pm

    Our condolences to her family. Rest In Peace,Liz.

  3. Jack & Sandy O'Brien says

    June 19, 2018 at 12:46 am

    Dear Deb & family, Our sincere sympathy at your mother’s passing. May good memories sustain you during these difficult times. You are in our thoughts & prayers May your mother Rest in Peace.

  4. Denise Harvey says

    June 19, 2018 at 9:16 am

    Liz was a kind and smart lady! She always had a smile for us when we saw her and I so enjoyed working with her. May cherished memories bring you peace.

    Denise Harvey

  5. Dale and Judy Bollinger says

    June 19, 2018 at 9:36 am

    Birney and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. What a precious lady.

  6. D.J. Bollinger says

    June 19, 2018 at 11:01 am

    Thinking of you all. Will miss her hospitality and love for family.

  7. Tayvee Steen says

    June 19, 2018 at 11:49 am

    Cannot say how sorry I am, but what a great pleasure it was to get to know her. Thank you for that.
    Tayvee Steen

  8. Mike and Teri (Bollinger) Hovde says

    June 19, 2018 at 4:28 pm

    We will miss her kind heart and her contagious smile that she always greeted you with! Our prayers are with all of you.

  9. Eileen and Vern Entzel says

    June 19, 2018 at 7:13 pm

    Birney, Del, Deb and family,
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Between the many years of working with Liz at Sears and all our years of motorcycle riding, we had many laughs and good times. Remember all the good times you had with Liz and pray it will help you in the days ahead

  10. josh swanson says

    June 19, 2018 at 7:33 pm

    So sorry to hear about your loss I have many memories back when me and Eric were kids. She always had a smile on her face and I can’t ever remember seeing her in a bad mood. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Delbert Julie Eric Debbie Alan and the rest of the family.

  11. Sandy Rabe says

    June 19, 2018 at 8:01 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Many fun memories of times spent with your mother! May God give you comfort in your wonderful memories.

  12. Wilbert & Alvina Fueller says

    June 19, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    Birney, Del, Deb wilbrert& Family. We send you all our Love & Sympathy during this difficult time in the loss of your beloved Elizabeth, whom we better knew as Liz, and we Loved Liz dearly and we know what a Great Lady she was & always will be in your Hearts forever. May Our Graious LORD and Savior sustain You in the day’s ahead & hold You in His LOVING Arm’s and Grant You His Awsome Peace. From Your North Dakota Relatives..
    Wilbert & Alvina Fueller

  13. Wanda Linnell Richlen says

    June 20, 2018 at 1:04 am

    Deb and family
    I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. May our Heavenly Father hold you in His loving arms and give comfort and peace.

  14. Ray & Rebecca Gookin says

    June 20, 2018 at 6:17 am

    Del and Deb and families,
    We are so sorry for your loss.
    May our Lord comfort you and give you peace.

  15. Maureen Larson says

    June 20, 2018 at 7:33 am

    Dear Hofer family,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for peace and comfort to all during this difficult time.

  16. Renee Johnson Strand says

    June 20, 2018 at 11:35 am

    Birney, Del and Deb…..Liz was a great friend to my mom when they worked together at
    Sears. My mom thought highly of her. Liz was “one of a kind”. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  17. Deb & Bob Hagemeister says

    June 21, 2018 at 10:37 am

    Birney, Del and other family members….so sorry to hear about Liz — we ‘ve had some great visits over the years — keep your wonderful memories close — our thoughts and prayers are with your families during this time –

  18. Mary Snell says

    June 21, 2018 at 6:35 pm

    My sincere sympathies and prayers.

  19. Barb beeler says

    June 21, 2018 at 6:38 pm

    Delbert and family, so sorry for your loss. Liz was a great person and will be missed. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely the beeler family

  20. Sally Christensen says

    June 22, 2018 at 10:12 am

    Birney and family
    So sorry to hear about Liz. She was a wonderful friend and classmate
    Even though I haven’t seen you guys in a long
    Time I think of you both often. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
    Sally & Chris

  21. Carol LaRose Schuetzle says

    June 22, 2018 at 10:23 pm

    Del, Julie and family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss of your Mother.

    Big hugs and love to all.
    Carol (LaRose) and Warren Schuetzle

  22. Jeff & Kim (Bollinger) Pickell says

    June 23, 2018 at 10:43 pm

    Prayers of comfort & peace for Birney and family. Liz was a beautiful person and so loved.

  23. Jim & Lavina Hall says

    June 25, 2018 at 8:42 am

    Birney, Sorry to hear of Liz’s passing. You have our prayers & sympathy

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