Inez Arlene (Haglof) Pluhar went home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2017 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Our beautiful mother was victorious in her battle with cancer. She is without pain and at peace with Jesus where there is cancer no more.
Inez was born in Miles City, Montana on March 4, 1933 to Axel and Elna Haglof. Her family was blessed to help her celebrate her 84th birthday a few weeks prior to her passing with her requested Red Lobster dinner, ice cream cake and card games.
The first four years of her life were spent living on Frozen Dog Creek which is 12 miles north of Rock Springs, Montana. She lived there until the age of four, when they moved to the Elof Johnson place – only four miles north of Rock Springs on the U-All Road. She attended first through third grade in Jordan, Montana where she boarded with her aunt Gladys (Strand) Austinson. Inez boarded out all of her school years due to poor road conditions and not any schools located close to home.
Inez spent fourth through sixth grade at the Hillside School located between Cohagen and Rock Springs. Grade seven was spent at the Rock Springs School (where she boarded with the teacher Mary Wilson), and grade eight through high school was in Miles City. She graduated as class valedictorian from Custer County High School in 1951, where she served as Senior Class President.
Following high school, Inez started a job at Montana Dakota Utilities working as a cashier. She worked there for two years until she met her husband and started her career as homemaker and ranch wife.
On June 21, 1953 Inez married her husband of 63 years, Art Pluhar. For their honeymoon, they headed to Alaska in a ’52 Ford car but only made it as far as Saskatchewan. In crossing the border, it was discovered that Inez had packed one suitcase completely full of shoes. They resided in the Cohagen and Jordan areas, often living in the teacherage of whatever school Art was teaching in at the time. In 1964, they finally settled on the U-All Road. Inez and Art lived in Garfield County their entire 63 years of marriage.
Inez was a servant to her community, actively involved in the Rock Springs Community Hall events, and was a dedicated 4-H leader. A faithful and devout member of the Trinity Lutheran Church Rock Springs, Inez even hosted church services in her own home the last five years when there was no longer a church building available in the community. Inez served on the Garfield County election board until the last couple years of her life. She was also a trained weather observer of the National Weather Service for many years.
An adoring mother, Inez loved baking goodies for her family, and was diligent in sending cards and remembering special occasions. Her children remember picking potato bugs in her huge potato patches, her homemade maple bars, and that she was the master of making Swedish pancakes. She was solely devoted to family activities, making many trips up and down the road to make sure her children never missed out on 4-H activities, confirmation classes at church, music lessons, or basketball games in Cohagen. She was fully supportive of all the high school activities as well, whether it be FFA, FHA, or music concerts. She instilled in her children the idea that they should work hard and always do their best.
Inez was a gracious host and found the good in everyone. A tireless supporter who dedicated her life to her family and friends, Inez constantly gave sacrificially and without complaint. You never left her house without a full stomach, a few firm back slaps with her hugs for the road, and a “call me when you get there!”
Inez also had a large extended family of “kids and grandkids” that she always treated as her own and spent countless hours following their activities. Regardless of the team colors, she enjoyed showing her support while cheering them on from the sidelines, bleachers or grandstands.
Inez and Art loved to attend community dances and would play cards to all hours of the night (when she would occasionally catch a nap between hands!). She loved attending the events of her grandchildren, and traveled to Alaska and Texas for their graduations and weddings.
While writing her autobiography at the age of 15, she had this to say: “I think that if the future holds no worse than the past has held, I will have an enjoyable life.”
Inez is survived by her husband, Arthur Pluhar, and 5 children: Dennis (Jane) Pluhar of Rock Springs; Diana (Lloyd) Ruis of Billings; Darwin (Jenny) Pluhar of Canyon, TX; Debbie (Jim) French of Pompeys Pillar; and Darrin Pluhar of Ekalaka and Rapid City, SD. The lights of her life were her grandchildren: Jessica Ruis, Jennifer (Hill) Ruis Anderson, Joe (Lauren) Pluhar, Janelle (Steven) Ruis Grimes, Marshall Pluhar, Zane Pluhar, Rachel Pluhar, Logan Pluhar, Ben French, Elizabeth French, Janisse Ruis, and her one and only great grandchild, Adam Pluhar. She is also survived by her sisters, Elvera Neuhardt and Annalise (Jim) Willson both of Miles City, and many loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Axel and Elna, her brother Stan Haglof and grandson Mark Pluhar (Darwin and Jenny).
Visitation will begin on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. followed by a prayer service at 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 3, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church, Cohagen Community Hall, or Wake up and Lace up in Miles City, Montana.
Enjoy heaven, Mom and Grandma. Be sure to call us when you get there.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday April 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Sunday April 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday April 3, 2017
Trinity Lutheran Church
221 S. Center
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Monday April 3, 2017
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday April 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Sunday April 2, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday April 3, 2017
Trinity Lutheran Church
221 S. Center
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Monday April 3, 2017
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Carol Schneidt says
Pluhar family: So sorry for your loss! I always enjoyed visiting with Inez! A wonderful woman who will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Joe and Bev Murnion says
Our deepest sympathy to each of you I will always remember when I was in high school and lived next door to the family She was one of the greatest ladies ever She will long be remembered and missed
Gerome and Rita Wemmer says
Art and family
Our deepest sympathy to each and every one of you. Inez will be so missed. Such a wonderful lady. Always such a pleasure to see and visit with. Always having time for everyone no matter the age or where she was. Truly a lovely friend.
Tears and prayers:
Gerome and Rita Wemmer family
Maureen Larson says
Dear Pluhar family – i will always remember Inez for her kind nature and genuine smile. Such a nice lady. My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time and you’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Deona Payne says
Art and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Inez was one of the nicest people I have ever known. I honestly can’t recall a time when she wasn’t smiling. What a gift she has been to all of us, and especially to her beloved family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Deona Payne (Belt)
Karen Barnes says
I extend to all of Inez’s family my deepest sympathy in your loss. She was such a great lady and I always enjoyed visiting with her when we bumped into each other. Cherish all of your good memories and take comfort from them. God Bless you all.
Betty Carter O'Brien says
Thoughts & prayers for the family. I remember her well –
Tom and Claudia Stanton says
Art and Family,
So sorry to hear that Inez has passed away. She was always so pleasant. A very nice lady. Hope that all the many great memories that you have will get you through the difficult days ahead. May Gods Bless You All.
Tom and Claudia
gary and pat helm says
ART AND FAMILY WE ARE SO VERY SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS AND SEND PRAYERS YOUR WAY.WE HAVE SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF OUR GET TOGETHERS. SHE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL FRIEND AND WAS ALWAYS GREAT TO VISIT SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. SHE IS IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE WITH NO PAIN. GOD BLESS YOU ALL
GARY, PAT And families..
Jim and Ann Willson says
Art -I am so sorry for your loss of your DEAR Inez. She was such a wonderful and caring lady. I thought the world of her and I will miss her great smile when ever we would see her. You and Inez welcomed me into the Haglof family and I have appreciated it more than words can say. To The five “D”s you are a wonderful extension of your mother and she was so proud of each of you and your children right down to Adam.
Love you all Uncle Jim Willson
Mike and Myrna Higgins says
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for all the family of Inez. May the Lord Bless and keep you all as you lean on Him during this time. Mike and Myrna Higgins3
Ray and Sheri Clauson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Inez’s family.
Scott and Pamela Gardner says
Our deepest sympathies to the Pluhar family. Inez was such a beautiful woman; always so full of love and life. The Lord has brought home a very lovely lady; and now her light shines down on all those who knew her. We were very fortunate to have gotten to know Inez Pluhar!
Mark Teresa Cadance Hougardy says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. She was the sweetest lady I have ever met. She took the emptiness I had when my in laws died and brought this family back to God. May she Rest In Peace.
Chuck and Luann Pluhar says
To Art and the rest of the family,
We are feeling sad as we hear of Inez. We are thankful for the memories we have with Inez over the years. God Bless you all.
Donovan Currey says
To Art and Kids,
I wish you all peace and prayers during this time of sorrow. May God send down his blessings to each of you.
Chris Choate-Raible says
Sending you prayers at this sad time. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Love,
Chris
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Dear Pluhar Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Inez. She touched so many lives and will be dearly missed. So enjoyed visiting with her.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless you all.
Linda Kountz says
Art and family I am so sorry to here of your loss of Inez, she was a wonderful person and I remember her well when we were all in the NFO years ago. She gave me her recipe for baked beans and I have used it so much and think of her when I make it.. My sincere sympathy.
Bob and Jane Engdahl says
Art, and all the families, we are so sorry of your loss. She always had that beautiful smile, and was a treasure to visit with,whenever we saw you folks. May all your memories and wonderful times, help you through this time of sorrow.
Our love to you
Kelly Childers and family says
Art and family,
My heart feels shattered to think that I won’t see her smiling face anymore and receive the biggest hugs ever. I’ll bet she is catching Mom up on everything that has been happening down here. Know that she is not in pain or suffering anymore. She was truly a treasure that I will miss greatly.
Love,
Kelly
Kay Carlson says
Dennis, Jane and all of the Pluhar families….
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your photos show such such a wonderful loving family. I will keep you in my heart with prayers.
Tim and Cheri Hafla says
Art and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to each of you. Inez was such a sweet person and was loved by all that met her, she will be missed.
Carol Williams says
I was so sorry to hear about Inez. She always had a smile and I always enjoyed visiting with her. Condolences to all her family.
Lori Wentzell (Pluhar) says
My deepest sympathy. There are no words. Hugs to all of you.
Tara Bilharz says
Prayers and condolences to Mrs. Pluhars’ family and friends. May God lay his hands upon you all and heal your hearts.
Kara Mader says
Dennis, Jane and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Inez was always such a positive person and we will always remember her cheering on the Magic basketball team and Marshal and Charli in choral!!
May precious memories be with you all!!
Mel and Kara Mader
Debbie Weyer says
My heart goes out to all of the family of Inez. I grew up with her kids and she was always so gracious & such a sweet lady. Never forgot ya, even if it had been years & years since you’d seen each other.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can Heal, LOVE leaves a memory no one can Steal” author unknown.
May God wrap his loving arms around all of you & guide you thru your grief.
Kelly Janitell says
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time, my heart goes out to you all.
Myron & Mary Beth Kibler says
Art and Family, I’ll always remember Inez for her spunk and energy..always a smile on her face and always some wonderful, yummy goodies at her table for visitors. I am so thankful for the summer you gave Teri & I a second home, at your place as we worked road construction. You all made us feel so at home and were such a blessing to us. Thank you Pluhar family for your friendship and kindness. You are indeed an awesome loving, generous family! Thinking of you all at this hard time and my prayer is that the joy of good memories and faith give you strength! Love to you all, Mary Beth & Myron.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Art and family:
Please accept our sincerest condolences for the loss of Inez. She was a lady in every sense of the word! We pray for God’s comfort and solace for each of you in the coming days, weeks and months.
Norman & Vonnie Shannon says
Art- Sending my sympathy to you & your family.
Vonnie Shannon
Brent McRae says
A finer lady. I have never known. I will never forget the glistening eyes and beautiful smile…..and the wonderful family she gave us.
I Dorthy Ley says
So sorry for your loss she was a terrific lady & will be missed by many.
Bonnie. Curt, Patsy and Toby - Jeanne. says
Such twinkling eyes! They were truly the window to her soul. Whenever a person visited with Mrs. Pluhar there it was….that all encompassing love….shining out of those beautiful eyes. And she was always up for a good laugh. She didn’t take herself seriously, which invited good fun to any visit. We mourn with you the loss of this wonderful mother and grandmother, and dear wife of Art. She will be missed.
CAROLYN HANDLOS says
Dear Art and family, We want to let you know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Inez was so wonderful to our whole family. Always taking the time to send a letter, make a call to let us know how everyone one was doing, opening up her house for a place to stay and food on the table, among many other things. She was exceptional . Love from the Bye family.
FAYE says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family May she she rest in Jesus loving arms.
Stacy Gierke says
To the Pluhar family: May your memories help to ease your sorrow. Inez was one special lady.
Beth Ann and Lyle Hodgskiss says
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. Inez was a wonderful lady and I have fond memories of her when I was in 4-H all those years ago. She always had a welcoming smile and she brightened the day of anyone in her presence. She leaves a beautiful legacy through her family. We are praying for comfort and peace for each of you. It will be a grand reunion in heaven one day!
Shane & Holly Billing Harbaugh says
So sorry for your loss. My grandparents Elmer & Betty
Liebelt always talked of playing cards many years
ago. I always enjoyed visiting with Inez. God Bless
each of you.
Sherry Oster says
Dear Pluhar Family;
I am so sorry to hear about Inez. What a gem of a lady! Hugs and prayers to your family.
Cindy Stanton says
Art & family,
My sincerest condolences for the loss of such a beautiful, happy lady. Inez touched so many lives and will be missed immensely.
You are all in my prayers.
Mikael Kopman says
Art and family. Please know that your relatives in Sweden think about you and share your loss and grief of dear Inez, my grandmom’s cousin. We will always cherish the time we got to spend with you, and the hospitality you extended to us when we visited you. Too bad we never got to return the favor in Sweden because of Inez fear of flying overseas. We will be with you in heart at the funeral.
Jo Ryan says
Art and the “D” Pluhars, Inez was a beautiful person. I met her through 4-H and she was so supportive
of all of her 4-H family. The world would be a better place if they all took notes from Inez. Treasure your memories. You are in my prayers. Hugs to you all.
Fern Griggs says
I remember Inez from CCHS. Inez, so sorry for the loss of your sister. My thoughts for all her family. Fern Carey
Fern Griggs says
Elvera so sorry for the loss of your sister, Inez. Fern
Paul Mc Danold says
To Art and the Pluhar family, So sorry to hear of Inez’s passing. We all enjoyed visiting her at the dealership she was such a pleasant soul. Hold on to all your special memories.
Bruce and Cindy Ingraham says
Art and Family. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of such a wonderful lady Bruce and Cindy
Diane Rath Hewett says
Art, Dennis, Diana, Darwin, Debbie, Darrin and extended family, I am so sorry to hear of Inez’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all of you as you lay Inez’s beautiful soul to rest. I know you all have such wonderful memories of her and I hope that the memories help you get through the grief of losing someone so dear. God bless each of you, and know that I am thinking of you as you go through this difficult time. Sincerely, Diane (Rath) Hewett
Hazel and Bill says
Art and family. We are both so sorry to hear of your loss.
She was without a doubt the nicest Lady on earth.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Dennis, Jane, Marshall, Rachel, sweet Adam and the rest of the family,
I’m so sorry to read that your beloved mother and grandma passed away. It seems the entire community and surrounding area loves her dearly. What a lovely picture of her in the obituary!
I am keeping you all close to my heart and in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life of one special lady. Peace, love, and sympathy to all!
Kim, Kasey, and Kyle Stanton
Becky Stanton says
Art and family, I an so sorry to learn about Inez. She was a fighter to the end. She and Art showed us what marriage should be. What an example for us all in all aspects of her life. I have fond memories of her. My deepest sympathy
Pat and Julie Capser says
One only had to meet Inez once to be capitvated by her genuine spontaneous smile and sweetness shining from inside out. Truly a wonderful lady, and life story, and what a wonderful family she helped shape.
My heart goes out to Art, Debbie, and all the Pluhar family members and friends. One more angel will be looking over them ….
Della Thomas Jarrett says
An absolute lovely woman inside and out! She lived a wonderful life.
Harriet Morton Sleaford and Veryl Jansen says
Art and all of the Pluhar families, Was saddened to hear of the passing of Inez. What a great lady that will be missed by all. May your wonderful memories help you through the hard days ahead. Will be unable to attend funeral but with all of you in thought and prayers.
Lynda Johnston says
Dear Pluhars,
So sad to see Inez has succumbed to cancer. I am sure she and Dad are catching up in heaven. What a glorious reunion heaven will be. Have so many wonderful 4-H memories with your family. I saw Inez boarded with Mary Wilson. She was our Teacher when I was in 6th grade at the Brown school. May the Lord comfort you and especially your dad. Love and prayers, Lynda Hill Johnston
Ern and Esther Nelson says
She will be missed at church ,such a friendly person !!
Our sympathies and prayers that God will be of comfort to you all !
God’s’ Blessings !!!
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
To The Family of Inez Pluhar,
Inez always had a beautiful smile on her face. Enjoyed our visits. God Bless You.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver
Deb Bartholomew says
Pluhar Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Inez. She was a great Lady and will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. She always had a smile on her face and always had time for visit. Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. She was and always will be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure the memories as they will help with difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
June & Pete Minow says
We are so sorry for the loss of Inez. She was a very nice lady and I enjoyed visiting with her whenever I would run into her, usually at the grocery store. Extending our sympathy and prayers.
grace hines says
To Art and family….I graduated from CCHS with Inez, We had such fun and only got to see her at our reunions…I you all have my sympathy. As I read the expressed thoughts; I decided to have that twinkle in the eye must have affected alot of people…I can see her now….and I intend to copy her and put a twinkle in mine!
Steven and Lavonne MacDonald says
Our deepest sympathies to all , may you find comfort with all your wonderful memories. May god bless and comfort you .
DeEtta and Scott Walker says
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I remember lovely times at your place and she was always friendly and nice to visit with. May your memories give you comfort and peace.
Blessings
Tonya Murray (Belt) says
Art and the entire family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of loss. Inez was one very special lady and I have fond memories of her ! May your wonderful memories help to ease your sorrow. Much Love to you all!