Jerry Duane Meidinger, age 79 of Miles City, Montana, passed away on June 21, 2024, surrounded by family. He was one day shy of his 80th birthday!
Jerry was born on June 22, 1944, in Terry, Montana. His parents were Aaron and Emma (Speidel) Meidinger and he was the fifth of eleven children. He grew up and attended school in Marsh, Ismay, and Miles City. With the encouragement of his three daughters, he also obtained his GED in 1994 and obtained certifications in landscaping, hydraulics, and small engine repair at Miles Community College.
Jerry worked various jobs in construction and heavy equipment. He was also a small business owner, raised sheep and an operator at the Rosebud Mine in Colstrip. He formally retired in 2007 and then continued to work various jobs up until two years ago. He enjoyed cars, fishing, playing cards and watching demolition derbies. He was a member of the Jaycees and later honored as a Jaycee Montana Senator. He was also a member of the Eagles. He thoroughly enjoyed drinking coffee and visiting at the local restaurants.
On December 28, 1963, he married Janis Bertelsen, then later divorced. Jerry was blessed with three daughters, Sheila (Kevin) Krausz of Miles City, MT, Summer (Jim) Gappa of Billings, MT, and Karina (Kory) Lahue of Westminster, CO. Jerry is also survived by his grandchildren Chance and Lesslie Krausz, Kimber and Jimmy Cooper, Kyler Gappa, Hailey Lahue, Riley Lahue, and five great grandchildren. He also survived by his siblings Ken Meidinger, Josephine Meidinger, LeRoy Meidinger, Clinton Meidinger and Cheryl Klang and numerous extended family members.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Mervin Meidinger and Leon Meidinger, his sisters Daphine Fiechtner, Sharon Prince, and Judy Walker and one grandson, Hunter Gappa.
The family will receive friends and family for a visitation on Monday, June 24, 2024 from 4:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home. Per Jerry’s request, no other services will occur. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Monday June 24, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Monday June 24, 2024
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Dan Hollowell says
Meidinger family, so sorry to hear about Jerry passing, we created a bond working together on and off for over fifty years. I looked at him as kind of a big brother, he will be missed.
Arlen & Barb Kirkaldie says
Our prayers are with the Meidinger family and friends .
With our deepest sympathies we are so sorry about Jerry passing ,we are glad to have been blessed to know Jerry.
ELMER G Spidel says
Sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing, my prayer for all of you.
Diana & Bill H. says
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jerry’s family and friends. I’ve known Jerry since he was six years old and I was five. His family lived across the street from my grandparents and he was friends with my brother. One of the highlights in coming home to Miles City was to have breakfast at the 600 and almost always Jerry would be there..
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. Praying 🙏 for each member of his family to be comforted. Hold on to your memories.
Bob and Margaret Smith says
Our sympathy for Jerry passing we will miss visiting with him
Kinsee Crocker says
Meidinger Family,
I am sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. I always thought of Jerry as a grandpa to me. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I will cherish the memories that I had with him. He will be greatly missed by many.
Starla schneider williams says
Oh what can I say other than I’m so sorry to hear this Jerry was always so kind to me n funny loved his sense of humor he loved his family always talking about them I grew up with the meidenger family our folks were good friends I’m just sending prayers for surrounding hugs for you all at this time he’s another one of your guardian angels looking over you now hugs and my love to you all
Marvin and Lynne Brush says
Condolences to the entire Meidinger family.
Shelly says
He was a special man. To his girls and his grandchildren I am so sorry for your loss. He meant a lot to me, he will be missed by many.
Eileen Entzel says
The family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Dorothy Smotherman says
To all of Jerry’s family,
What a wonderful guy that Jerry! You could say I somewhat grew up in the 600 cafe where Jerry’s presence was a staple! I’ve still run into him from time to time in my trips to Miles City and always ,always greeted like the good ol days! May God be with all of you giving you comfort for your loss on this earth.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Terry Goff says
I have so many memories of Jerry, he was a good man! Thinking of all of you at this time. Hugs and prayers for all of you!
Kent Fandrich says
So sorry Sheila and Summer. The loss of a parent is hard. Try to remember the good times.
Mike Archdale says
Jerry always put a smile on my face sharing his experiences of being an Uber driver. I do not know the meaning but their is meaning somewhere of Jerry missing his 80th birthday by one day. Remember the good times.
June opp says
To all of the Meidinger family,I was so sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. He was a special friend, we used to do a lot of things together,and now both he and Ruben passing away so close together. My thoughts and prayers are that God will bless and comfort you all during these difficult day’s and the days ahead.
June Opp
Marcy Stabler Parks says
I’m so sorry for your loss! Jerry was a good man, and will be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Roan says
I was so saddened when I saw this Summer! Working with you at Beta Alternatives was some of the best times of my career! You loved your Dad so much and spoke highly of him! Please know I am keeping you and your family in my prayers!
Cheryl Rainey Yasuda says
My siblings and I were blessed in our youth to have Jerry and Janice be our escorts for “Jaycee Shopping” several years for Christmas. It was a holiday highlight and something the “Rainey Kids” really looked forward to! We will never forget their kindness and always want to know how we were, even into adulthood. May the Meidinger family be comforted in this tender time of grieving with the fine heritage you come from!
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
To Janis & the girl’s as well as all this Meidinger family,
I will miss Jerry “cuz” very much and know he is done suffering now. I’m sure you all have great memories growing up in such a large family. Cherish them🥰
Vanna Lancaster Byrd says
Sheila and all your family,
My most sincere condolences on the loss of your father. It’s never easy and the hurt never goes away, just lightens up with time and the knowledge that Dads watch over us always.
Brady Stone says
To all of Jerry’s family,
Sorry for your loss.
Tracee Raymond Waples says
To all of Jerry’s family and extended family, I’m so very sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers with you all. I really enjoyed working with Jerry at the mine and at the post office along with his many other talents. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
James Arneson says
Sending prayers for your family Sheila, may God continue to bless you and comfort you with the best of memories now and always.
Julie A Strasser says
My prayers and thoughts are with the Meidinger family. So glad i got to know Jerry. He certainly loved his family and enjoyed all the grand kids. RIP Jerry
Julie A Strasser says
So glad i got to know Jerry. He certainly loved his family and enjoyed all the grand kids. RIP Jerry Prayers to you all.
Richard and LInda (Stevens) Meidinger says
May Jerry rest in peace. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. Hope your fun memories help you through
this difficult time.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our prayers.
IUOE Local 400, Board, Members and Staff says
Sending thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time
Leo and Anita palmer says
rest in peace my life long friend. May the Lord be with you.
Caroline Schneider says
To all of Jerry’s family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a man with a sense of humor. I worked with him on a construction crew for Clairmont Construction for a few seasons. We had a lot of fun. We all have our memories. RIP Jerry.
Debra S Thompson says
Dear Jo and Kenny
So sorry for the loss of your brother
Sincerly,
DeEtta Edwards Reiland says
So sad to hear of Cousin Jerry’s passing. I know his is no longer suffering and in the arms of Jesus. May God be with all his family and find comfort in knowing he is at peace. Love to all the family!!
Gary Worrall says
Always enjoyed seeing and talking with you whenever I came back to town . . . RIP brother!
Sandi Kohones says
Prayers for the Meidinger family during this hard time.
carol watts says
Jerry Meidinger family, Jerry was a classmate and good friend. i would have gone to the visitation but I was not aware of his passing at that time. So sorry. he was a good guy and will be missed by many.
John and Penny Shevlin says
Sorry to hear that Jerry pasted on. A lot of time with Jerry in the 60’s and 70’s in the Miles City Jaycees.
Bill says
Sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing,haven’t seen him for a couple years but remember the times we had together in Miles and when he came to AZ. I will miss him.
james burdette says
sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. i always remember that we will meet again in Heaven, and until then, rest easy, Jerry is waiting for you in a great place!!
Carolyn E Hays says
To Jerry’s family. I just found the notice of his death and I am so sorry. He was one of the good guys and he is going to missed a lot. Remember him and cherish your stories of him. I’ll always remember his smile-it spread all over his face. Rest in peace Jerry and hope to see you down the line. Carolyn (Cooky Johnson) Hays
Larry Certain says
So long my friend, for now. Your happy smile will be greatly missed, along with your happy nature. There are not enough guys like you in this o[‘ world. Gene and I visited about you alot. To your family, I send my heartfelt condolences and prayers. Rest well my friend.
Cora and Randy Stennerson says
Loved visiting with Jerry when we would cross paths. He was always a great person to visit with. He will be missed.