Harold Quigley, age 86, of Miles City passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at his daughter’s home in Miles City surrounded by his family.
Harold was born on October 30, 1926 in Hardin, MT to Bertha Mae Kerr and Wilfred Ellis Quigley. The family moved to Carterville, MT where he attended school in Rosebud. He joined the Navy in 1944. After being discharged he moved back to the Rosebud/Forsyth area where he met Rose Marie Litschauer. They were married on December 15, 1947 and lived on the family farm in Miles City. After a short time, Harold and Rose moved back to Forsyth where he became a brakeman on the railroad. The Family then moved back to Miles City when he began working at the VA Hospital. Harold retired from the VA after 30 years of service.
Harold was preceded in death by his mother, father, brothers Bernie and Robert, his sister Lillian Wallin, and his beloved wife Rose. Survivors are his son Ray Quigley of Great Falls, daughters Gail Smith of Middleport, NY, and Candy Laney (John) of Miles City; Grandchildren, Greg Smith (Chris), Denise Smoyer, James Smith, Mary Wagner, Jay Smith, Melissa Smith, Stephanie Laney, and Brian Laney. He is also survived by 17 great grandchildren and his special friend Virginia Brown.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with Family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery with full military honors provided by VFW Post 1579. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital or the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday May 6, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Tuesday May 7, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday May 6, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Tuesday May 7, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Beverly (McDowell) Harris says
Candy, Gail & Ray,
So sorry you lost your father. Keep the good memories close and he’ll never leave you
Katie Seminole & Family says
To the family of Harold,
i am sorry for your loss of a nice man, we always enjoyed seeing him at US Bank, he always made us smile.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Deb & Jeff Shaw says
Candy, Gail & Ray Families
Sure will miss going to see him at the Manor and the goodies he baked. Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Eagles Manor says
To the family of Harold
It was a pleasure having Harold here at the Manor. He was a great man, will miss his jokes, baking, and his personality he is defenitly irreplacable. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Mark Maxwell says
So sorry to hear about your Dad, I have fond memories of him taking us sleding and skating. Ray do you remember the time you built a big igloo in the back yard and your dad made you tear it down because he was afraid it was going to fall in on you. You dug some tunnels back there too. Not sure why.. kids will be kids.. He was a great guy and I’m sure you will miss him. Take care and God Bless. Mark and Tina Maxwell
Garth Sleight says
Candy and family,
The loss of a parent is so hard. All my best wishes in this difficult transition. May your memories of your dad be sweet and pleasant.
Joan Smith says
Candy and family, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. It is very hard to lose the last parent. I hope your memories are great and time shared precious. God Bless, Joan & Chelcey Smith
Laurie Hewitt says
Gail and family: I was so sad to hear that your Dad had passed away. I’m sure it was a comfort to him that you were able to be there. Jon and I are praying for you and the entire family, may God comfort you and bless you with his presence. We Love you, Laurie
Carmen Jablinske Knutson says
Dearest Candy and Family- So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. SO many good memories of growing up around the corner from your place. Your dad made the best hamburgers!! Cherish your memories– you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Carmen Jablinske Knutson
Barb Ashley says
Sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. He was a wonderful person. First knew him when he was working at the VA, then many years as a patient of the clinic at the VA. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers with all of you and to Candy who looked after him and all his needs I will miss talking to you and seeing both at the VA. Barb Ashley
Donna Johnson Tebeau says
Ray and Gail!
I am saddened to hear of your dad’s passing. What a great guy! May your many fond memories of time spent with your dad help you during this trying time. My thoughts are with you .
Warmest Regards!
Donna
Tina says
im sorry for your loss…harold was a great guy and loved by many….he also loved to make his sour cream and peach pies! they were great…..what an awesome guy to just sit and talk too…..Tina
Penny Schmidt says
Candy, I was very sorry to read that your father had passed away. You and your family are in our thoughts and in our prayers. I hope you find peace in your memories and hold them near.
Tom and Penny (Sumer) Schmidt
George & Peggy Kurkowski says
Dear Candy & family,
Our condolences. Harold was a true friend.
George & Peg Kurkowski
George and Maurine says
Gail and family, may God bless you with sweet memories and joy-filled comfort knowing the peace that passes all understanding surrounds your dad and you. Love, G and M
Chris Davis & Bertha Davis says
So to hear about harold he was my good neighbor.. for years . I remember asking harold to make things out of wood ….And me and Greg drinking coke floats when we were small kids…… Love the Davis Family
Sharon Wilcox says
Candy and Family,
It is so hard to lose a parent. My condolences to you and your family. Remember the happy times and be thankful the time you had with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family.
Maureen O'Reilly says
Candy – My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jack and I enjoyed your Dad and Mom so very much. We had some great times, usually at the Elks! Good memories are great blessings. Maureen
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Harold Quigley. May you find comfort in your loving memories of Mr. Quigley, and in knowing that God is “near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.” (Psalm 34:18) Our loving Creator has promised to soon “swallow up death forever…and wipe the tears from all faces.” (Isaiah 25: 8). It is obvious according to the information listed above about Mr. Quigley that he was loved and his life touched many people. His life was also valued by the Creator who recorded in the Bible book of Hebrews that God does not forget all of the love and fine works shown by his servants (Heb 6:10). I hope that these thoughts are consoling at this time of loss.
T. Kelly says
Please accept my sincere condolences. May you be comforted by the hope found in God’s Word, the Bible, which promises that one day the earth will be a place free of pain, mourning, sickness and death (Revelation 21:4). These words were written to bring comfort to us and I hope that they bring you a measure of comfort and help you to cope during these most difficult days.