Howard Eugene Quinlan, age 89 of Forsyth, passed away on October 8, 2016 at the TLC assisted living home in Forsyth with family by his side.
Howard was born on November 12, 1926 in Forsyth, MT to Joe R. and Emma (Scheidt) Quinlan. He grew up on the family ranch on Smith Creek where he attended grade school. He attended high school in Forsyth, MT. Howard’s young life was full of adventures with his brothers and sisters, always including horses and cattle. Howard enlisted in the United States Army during World War II. He was honorably discharged on April 1, 1947 after receiving the WWII victory medal and the army of occupation medal. He returned to the family ranch on Smith Creek where he made his home on the family ranch. He married Merry Montana Brauer on August 22, 1954. To this marriage they had two children: Howard Jr. and Mary Jo. Ranching was Howard’s life and he loved doing so. Howard worked various ranch jobs until he started working for the City of Forsyth. After more than 30 years, he retired in 1992 and then doubled his cattle herd. He loved team roping, riding any bucking stock, spoiling his cows, riding horses, and attending rodeos. Howard was very instrumental in starting the Forsyth Youth Rodeo Club in the 1970’s and he was a 4-H leader for many years. He loved having his grandchildren along when he drove his team of goats pulling a wagon, and brought them into town for parades. Howard enjoyed taking his grandkids to compete in rodeos, trailing cows, and branding with them. Camping trips were often an adventure with the roaring fires Howard would build. He was an avid gardener as well as an agate collector. He could often be found at the Fairgrounds helping out, especially during fair time. Howard was a man of few words and went about doing things in a quiet way.
Howard is survived by his wife Merry of 62 years; his children: Howard Jr. (Susan) Quinlan, Mary Jo (Jerry McDaniel) Turner; his brothers: Robert (Georgie) Quinlan and Donald (Virginia) Quinlan; his sister Marie Reichert; sister in laws Carol Quinlan and Joanne Quinlan; brother-in-law Roger Brauer; grandchildren: Dusty (Joe) Schiffer, Dusten Turner, Katie Quinlan, Rusty Turner, Emily Quinlan, SrA Jacob Quinlan USAF and Kelly McDaniel; and great grandchildren: Cassy, Joseph and Andrew Schiffer, Shaylee Turner and Kaylee Quinlan. Howard is preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Arden Quinlan, Marvin Quinlan and Joseph Quinlan; sister Josephine Cory; brother-in-law John Brauer; and sister-in-law Edith Brauer.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth. Interment will follow in the Forsyth Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. Memorials in Howard’s honor may be made out to the family to go towards a memorial bench to be placed at the Rosebud County Fair Grounds.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 12, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday October 13, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Interment
following funeral services
Thursday October 13, 2016
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday October 12, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday October 13, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Interment
following funeral services
Thursday October 13, 2016
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Tamara Bowman says
Sending my thoughts and prayers Uncle Howard will be missed.
sharon cope says
Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of the family. Sharon
Dottie Johnstone says
Sorry to hear this, prayers are with you.
Charlie and Terri Brown says
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
Sharon Wetsch says
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. He will be missd.. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Shirley and Tom Skinner says
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Howard. He was such a kind, quiet, soft spoken and mild mannered guy. He will be missed. Prayers and condolences to the family.
Barb (cousin) & Jim Buchanan says
Sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. He is in a beautiful place now being held in the hands of our Lord.
Peggy Redman and Earl Mortensen says
We are sorry to learn of Howard’s passing. Earl still talks about what a fantastic blade and backhoe operator Howard was when he worked for the city. I remember seeing him and the Grandkids with a wagon pulled by goats in many parades. May you find comfort in warm memories. We are thinking of, and praying for your family at this difficult time. May you be comforted, too by the thoughts and compassion of others who are sharing this sorrow with you.
Carla Porter says
Sending thoughts and prayers to all of the families.
Maggie Pate says
Howard, Susan and the entire Quinlan family you are in my prayers. Howard, your dad was such a quiet man and so when he would visit with me I felt privileged. My last conversation with him, he was sitting on a bench in front of the exhibit hall at the fair. Love the fact that his memorial will be a bench at the fairgrounds. Hugs to you all.
Wayne Saeman says
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the Quinlan family.
Ern,Esther and Terry Nelson says
Mary Jo and family , sorry to read of your fathers passing . Wishing you all Gods comfort and pease. Our sympathy and love .
Tana Keeler Pippin says
Merry, Mary Jo, Howard and family, so sorry to hear of Howards passing. Many great memories of the rodeo club adventures. Yes, quiet but what a great smile! Prayers
Butch & Kolleen (Waldo) Forsyth says
Sincere condolences to all of Howard’s family. He was a great hand and Butch enjoyed working along side him, as well as the other Quinlans, when we were with the Forsyth city / water crew in the 1980’s. He truly loved hometown events and people. He will be missed.
Brian & Peggy (Quinlan) Certain says
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing Howard and Mary Jo and families.
May your loving memories always comfort you.
Caroll Carlson says
Merry, Mary Jo, Dusty, Dusten, Rusty, and Kelly, My thoughts and prayers go out to you as you gather together to celebrate Howard’s life and recall many fond memories. I so much recall and enjoy thinking of your hospitality up on Rosebud Creek and the time spent with your family. God bless each of you! Your in my thoughts and prayers! Love ya! Caroll
Randy & Janet Stanhope says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Howard was such a special person who touched a lot of lives. We send all our prayers to you during this time of grief.