Harold was born at the farm by Wason Flats, MT on July 21, 1935, to Daniel and Maggie Erlenbusch. He passed away in his sleep February 19, 2018 at the Veterans Hospice Care in Miles City, Montana. He attended Pitzer School and graduated the eighth grade in 1950. He worked on the family farm until June 1958 when he was drafted into the army. He served many posts in the army; most notably as an Honor Guard, in Arlington, Virginia. He was honorably discharged as Specialist-4 (E-4) rank after serving two years, where he returned home to the farm. He had many memories of working for Harry Ross and Otto Hirsh, driving Harry Ross around to bull sales and helping them out farming and ranching. He even started his own registered Angus herd for a short time. On November 5, 1971 he married Mary Martin, his little Texas girl, in Amarillo, Texas, and they moved with her two sons Bruce and Terry to start their family in Cohagen, Montana, where three more sons, Stephen, Patrick, and Harold Bryce, were born. After Mary passed on October 4, 1999, Harold ran the farm by himself until May 20, 2001 when he married Charlotte Hirsch, the first girl he ever kissed (he practiced kissing his arm behind the barn before going on a date with because he had never kissed a girl before). They stayed on the farm and worked together until they moved into Miles City due to health concerns. Harold’s most memorable time was working on the farm where he enjoyed life farming and working cows. He liked to travel as long as he was on the farm at the day’s end. One of his favorite times was hearing the Meadowlark sing as he knew winter was over and spring was here. He never was afraid of work, or how bad the weather may have been; he always was the first one out the door in the morning and the last one in at the end of a hard day’s work. He instilled work ethic into his five boys, and every other nephew, niece, or friend that would help. He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Magdalena (Naasz) Erlenbusch, His first wife Mary Erlenbusch, two brothers Orville and Victor, two grandsons, and a granddaughter. He is survived by his current wife Charlotte Erlenbusch, sons Bruce Erlenbusch of Forsyth, Terry (Patrisha) Erlenbusch of Oklahoma City, Stephen (Amber) Erlenbusch of Billings, Patrick (Tammy) Erlenbusch of Billings, and Harold (Shawna) Erlenbusch of Cohagen; his siblings, Ervin, Lavern, Clara, and Lucetta; along with many nephews, nieces, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
No services are planned at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
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jenny frady says
we are so sorry for your loss ,may God bless you and your family.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Steven and Lavonne MacDonald says
Deepest sympathies, so sorry for loss. May you find comfort in your memories! May God bless you all.
Glen and Teena Bollinger says
Our deepest sympathy to all the family on your loss! God Bless!
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
Charlotte and families — so sorry to hear of your loss — our thoughts and prayers are with your family — Deb & Bob
Phil and Darlene says
Condolences and Prayers for Harolds Family
Connie Blonigen says
Sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. My condolences to all of his family.
Myron & Mary Beth Kibler says
What a nice write up on his life! I agree with Harold, I love the meadowlarks and look forward to hearing the first one in the spring. When I hear them this year I will remember him and know he hears them year round in Heaven. So sorry for your loss Harold, Steve & Pat.
Stephanie Nance says
What a lovely tribute to your father, he would be so proud! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Pat, as you go through this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Tom & Claudia Stanton says
Steve, Pat, Harold and Families,
Sorry to hear that your father passed away. This was a very nice write up. Let the good memories
of years gone by be with you at this time of sorrow.God Bless You All
Tom and Claudia
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Charlotte and family:
We are saddened for your loss. We pray that God will wrap you in His love and support at this time.
CarleneRoot says
Charlotte and families, Sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my prayers. Carlene Aastrom Root.
Cheryl A Erlenbusch says
Your Dad was an Amazing man and I feel privileged to have known him as my Uncle Harold. I know you all will miss him deeply. My heart goes out to you all. I’ll be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers as you all Celebrate the life of a good man and mourning his passing. Cheryl Ann Erlenbusch
Patsy & Mike Davis says
Charlotte and family,
I was so sad to hear about Harold. I always enjoyed Harold and I miss our visits, Charlotte.
Thinking of you with love and prayers during this difficult time.
Kyle and Gail Shaw says
Sorry to hear of your loss. Harold was such a friendly man who truly cared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at the time and much time to come.