John L. Trusler, age 67, the eldest son of Luther “Buster” Trusler and Adaline “Billie” Trusler, passed away on May 18, 2013 at the Heritage Living Center in Ashland, Montana.
John participated in Boy Scouts and attended grade school at Ashland Elementary and high school at St. Labre Catholic School. He graduated in 1963. After graduating from high school John attended the University of Montana in Missoula for one year. He majored in Forestry. Upon returning home, he bought a small ranch on Pumpkin Creek where he ranched until his retirement a few years ago.
After his retirement he lived with his mother in Ashland, during this time they took the opportunity to travel.
Two of their most memorable trips were to Seaside/Astoria Oregon where Lewis and Clark finished their journey. The other was a cruise through the Alaska passage.
Five years ago due to ill health, John moved to the Heritage Living Center in Ashland, MT. He lived here until his death.
John enjoyed his time at the Heritage Living Center where he had some good times and made many friends.
John is survived by his brother Tom (Suzanne) of Ashland, one nephew, Tom Jr. (Kim), four nieces; Suzanne, Mary, Danelle, and Billie Jo; three great nephews; Thomas Jay, Phoenix, and Aidyn, and one great niece Cherilynn Renae.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Buster and Billie and two of his brothers Stephen and Calvit Trusler.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 10:00 am at the Heritage Living Center in Ashland, MT. Burial will follow at the Willow Crossing Cemetery. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Donations can be made in John’s memory to the Heritage Living Center in Ashland, MT.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Heritage Living Center
5989 Tongue River Road
Ashland, MT 59003
Interment
Following Services
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Willow Crossing Cemetery
Ashland, MT 59003
Reception
Following gravesde service
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Heritage Living Center
5989 Tongue River Road
Ashland, MT 59003
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Heritage Living Center
5989 Tongue River Road
Ashland, MT 59003
Interment
Following Services
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Willow Crossing Cemetery
Ashland, MT 59003
Reception
Following gravesde service
Wednesday May 29, 2013
Heritage Living Center
5989 Tongue River Road
Ashland, MT 59003
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Lori Melotz says
Condolences to John’s family! My prayers are with you.
wanda bixby says
sorry to hear of Johns passing prayers to u all may he rest in peace
Myra Fisher says
My condolences to the Trusler family & to his beloved Heritage Living Center Family, I know he is in a better place now. where there is no pain and suffering. Rest in Peace my friend I will always think of you and miss your smile. I love you John L Trustler.
Your Friend,
Myrafay
Chris and Diana Elwood says
I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing, I always enjoyed visiting with when I worked at HLC. My condolences to all the family and everyone who knew him.
Diana Elwood
T. Kelly says
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of Comfort be with your family. We can find comfort during these times by focusing on God’s promises for the future. Isaiah 33:24 says there will be a time when “no resident will say I am sick.” Also Revelation 21:4 says death wil be no more.
Julie Eagle says
To the Family Of John L. Trusler:
I can not express how much of a pleasure it was to be able to be a part of his family up at the Heritage Living Center, All our home away from home………….everyday i had the oppertunity to work with him and he had stories, concerns, worries…..but he was always quiete and patient, even when he was upset…….ONE DAY HE TOLD ME THAT HE THINKS NO ONE WOULD MISS HIM WHEN HE WAS GONE…………I TOLD HIM “jOHN THAT IS NOT TRUE, I WOULD MISS HIM…………..HE LOOKED AT ME AND SMILED………….I am gonna miss him so much……………John we were there with you when u left us and we will be there until we put u to rest my dearest friend…………….R.I.P AND WE WILL SEE U LATER, CAUSE THERE IS NO GOOD BYE!!!!
Pat Smith says
Tom and family,
We wish to express our sympathy durning your time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort at this time. We will always remember John for his quiet smile and his helpfullness during the years he gathered cattle on Elk Creek. May he rest in peace.
Pat and Darrel
Fran Oswald says
Tom and familiy,
Thoughts and prayers to you all. Sorry for your loss.
Morla Cole Rice says
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Trusler family … John was special and will be missed. God Bless you all .
Grace Larson says
Tom & Suzanne , I am so sorry to hear about your brother’s death . With Sympathy . Grace
Kaaren Rizor says
I will remember John’s quiet manner, gentle voice, and sincerity that came from deep within. His smile mirrored the warmth and genuine kindness that was his nature. He will indeed be missed for he was one of the truly kind and good people who have walked this earth.
Pam Kania says
Please accept our condolences to all of you. I’ve seen John many times at the Heritage Center. He always was eager to visit. I enjoyed these times of visits. He will be missed. I am glad that he will nolonger need his “wheels” or meds. He is free now and with Mom, Dad, and his brother probably ranching in heaven. I am sorry that I couldn’t be part of the funeral today. Sincerely, Pam