James Lee Hagemeister (Jim), age 73, of Kinsey, Montana, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Jim was born on June 28, 1951, in Dickinson, North Dakota, the first son of Donald and Norma Hagemeister. He grew up in Reeder, ND, and Kinsey, MT, attending grade school in both communities. He graduated from Sacred Heart School in Miles City, MT, in 1969.
On August 1, 1972, Jim married Sheila Beauchot, and together they started their life on the farm. They lived in Scranton, ND, during the summer months where Jim farmed his grandfather’s land, and in the winter, he returned to Kinsey to trap. In 1974, Jim and Sheila began farming full-time in Kinsey, where they continued until his passing. Farming was Jim’s true passion, and he also enjoyed trapping, hunting, fishing, and flying.
A neighbor once remarked that “if you find Jim out in the field passed out, just pour a little diesel on him and he’ll start right up.” Jim had a way of making light of difficult situations and was always known for his humor. One of his favorite sayings when the kids were younger was, “What do you guys think, I’m running a rest home here?”
Jim will be remembered for his love of family, his work ethic, and his quick wit. His legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sheila; three sons, Patrick (Lorretta), Cory (Klista Roberts), and Donny, all of Miles City, MT; and two brothers, Robert (Deb) of Kinsey, MT, and Jack (Diana) of Moscow, ID. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Linda Stokes (Danny), Jo Ann Gresens (Ira) of Miles City, MT, and Cindy Grieder (Curt) of Santa Ana, CA. Jim was the proud grandfather of nine grandchildren and great-grandfather of eight. Jim also leaves behind his adopted son, Drew Smith.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Norma Hagemeister; his brother, Marty Hagemeister, in 2018; and his sister-in-law, Kathy Casillas, of California.
Family will receive friends from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at The Parlor, 1806 Main St., Miles City.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jim’s name to Holy Rosary Hospice- Miles City, 2600 Wilson St. Miles City, MT 59301. We are thankful for all their help, love, and kindness they showed our family.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday November 23, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday November 23, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Diane Grutkowski says
Sheila, Pat, Cory, Donnie and families, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Jim was such a good man and a good neighbor and friend. My sincere condolences.
Jim and Annalise Willson says
We are so sad to hear about Jim. He was such a good friend And neighbor. Ann and I could always count on Jim when we needed help at Solaris Feedlot at Kinsey. Whenever we would need an extra feed truck Jim would show up and help feed with his truck. Jim was also a damn good farmer. REST IN PEACE JIM we will miss you.
Jim and Annalise Willson
James Arneson says
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. I met him back when him and Bob each had fur farms. May God comfort you with the best of memories now and always.
Jane M Viall says
Sheila and sons . . .
I’m SO sorry you have lost Jim. Jim and Sheila have an amazing story!! . . . ending a bit early. I have a memory of coming to Jim and Sheila’s to experience feeding baby lambs when I was in high school. It was a blast, but a bit muddy. We took our shoes off inside the door at the house, and when Jim came in, he said, “Whose skis are those?!” (I have always had big feet.) Great memories. God bless and comfort each of you.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Dear Hagemeister family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Jim. Our sympathies to you all.
Valene Taylor says
I am so very sorry for you loss. Such a wonderful man. Hugs to everyone
Burl Mulkey says
sorry for your loss
Willis Bartholomay says
Sheila, Pat, Cory, Donnie and families, sorry to hear about Jimmy. Remembering all the times he made us laugh with his high flying…wife nerve-wracking tales. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincerely
Ron and Connie Watts says
Such an awesome life time friend. Always so enjoyable to visit with. Ahhh the memories!!
Karen Kreitel says
Sheila and family- thoughts and prayers for you. Jim was a wealth of information for me!
Rita Mulkey George says
So many memories of Jim, Through grade school, high school and worked for my Dad. All good memories, I will keep you in my prayers.
Dale Barta says
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.
Jim and Cathy Bastian says
Sheila and family we are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good Dad and husband. Our prayers are with you!
Richard Scheetz says
Sheila and Pat, I am so sorry to see that Pat has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for comfort.
Jim and Carol Watts says
We are so sorry to hear this, Jim was a good friend, a good neighbor. and a great story teller. He will be missed. Love and prayers to his family.
Evert & Elaine Lovec says
Sheila and family. Sorry to hear about JIM. He WILL BE MISSED in the community. Rest in peace Jim.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Pat Morris Blumhorst says
Sheila, so sorry for your loss, Jim was a great guy
,love and hugs to you and your family, Pat Banus Blumhorst
Denise and Jay Harvey says
We are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Hugs to all of his family. You are all in our prayers. We hope you can hug one another often when you have those days you want to call him and ask for his wisdom.
D'Ann Witcher says
Dear Sheila and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Jim. He was a dear man. So fun to visit with , great farmer, neighbor and family man. Chris told me about how Jim would pick Rocky up at Erlenbush’s and take him to feed in the feed truck. I’m sure Rocky loved it ! Jim. was the only person that would have cared so much ! This story warms my heart ! God bless you all, prayers for warm memories.
Love, D’Ann
Shorty & Judy says
Shorty and I were so sadden to hear of Jim passing Sheila and family praying God to give each and everyone of you the strength now and in the days to come Our prayers are with you all God Bless RIP our friend Jim
Muriel SELK says
Sheila and Families. Jim will be missed. Agood guy. Terrific sense of humor. Prayers for all of you.
Janet L Loomis says
Sheila, Pat and families, So very sorry for you loss.
Janet
Lonnie & Kathy Leslie says
Hagemeister family, We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Rae Ziebarth says
Sorry to hear, this to young. He told me I was mean to the guy’s but like I said Jim I was raised around all guys what did you expect, never forget Jim and this comment. He will be missed
Jon Syring says
Prayers for you all, I’m sure there’s fishing in heaven. Sorry for your loss.
Candace and Mike Schneider says
Sheila and family so sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Carolyn Thrams says
Sheila and family, we know the holiday season won’t be the same without Jim, but we hope it helps a little to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, especially through the holidays!
randy S boutelle says
Pat and family, so very sorry for your loss.
Sandy Rabe says
Sheila and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My prayers are with you all. May God give you comfort in all your memories.
Ernie Goff says
Dear Sheila&Kids
Sorry for your loss
What a good man and a hell of a farmer.He was one of my better Bosses
What I had forgotten he showed me on farming
No doubt he’s doing a little trapping.RIP JIM
Robert Mitchell says
Hagemeister family – sorry for loss. May the memories of your time together bring you comfort.
Richard and LInda (Stevens) Meidinger says
Hagemeister family, we were so sorry to learn of Jim passing.
Enjoyed him for a neighbor. May he rest in peace. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Patti Soares says
Sheila and family – So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and lillian Ostendorf says
Our condolences to Sheila and family. We are sad to see this.
Heidi Brewer says
Sheila and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you be blessed with the memories.
Kayla Dixon says
Sheila, love and hugs to you and your family. love, Kayla
Linda Anderson says
Sheila and family,
So sorry to hear that Jim had passed away. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary and Linda Anderson
Corey Swenson says
Pat & Sheila,
Very sorry to hear of your loss and wishing you a blessed time of family togetherness through the coming holidays. May the Lord grant peace and may your fondest memories abound as you grieve the loss of one so near and dear.
Corey & Diana
Dave Smith says
Sheila and Family,
Jim was a good neighbor and friend. I always enjoyed visiting with Jim he had multiple stories about life, he was a been there done that kind of guy. He will be missed by all people that knew him.
Praying for healing from your Loss.
Dave and Jody Smith
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
To all of Jim’s family,
I’m so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My memories go back a long way, beings we were all a part of the Kinsey family. My sincere sympathy to all of you.
Jack and Laurie Tonkay says
Sheila and family,
We’re saddened by the news of Jim’s passing. It’s said that “love never comes without loss”. Your pain and loss are shared by many, including us. Please know you’re in our prayers. Love you deeply!