Joseph Arnold McNurlin, “Papa”, was born March 25, 1943, in Minneapolis, MN to Glen and Bernice McNurlin; Joe passed January 26, 2025.In 1963, Joe enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country.
Joe mastered his many talents. He could fix anything, build anything, catch anything, or grow anything. He owned Joe’s Rock Shop, then Joe’s Clock Shop, and finally Joe’s Garden. Joe was a diehard NDSU Bison Football fan. GO BISON! He loved all sports and had the uncanny ability to remember all the facts of any sport. Joe loved a good card game and took great pleasure in passing those deuces!
Joe shared his life fulfillments with family and his many friends. He was the kindest of men. He always had a smile, a story, or something to share. He never met a stranger. Joe loved early morning coffee with his friends, especially the gang at the Pelican.
Joe is survived by and will be missed forever by his loving wife Beverley, his son Kevin (Kirsten), and Beverley’s children Jackie Schnee and Mitch Schnee, whom Joe loved as his own. Granddaughters Kelsey (Justin), Courtney (James), and Hailey (Walker) and their children will forever mourn the loss of their Papa. Joe is also survived by his daughters Jolynn, Annette, Tara, and their families, sister Jeanette (Karl), brother Jerome, sisters-in-law Kathy, Barbara Smith, Pat (Banner) Stokke, brother-in-law Tom McLean, many nieces, nephews, and their families, and many friends.
We would like to thank the staff at DCI for their compassionate care over the last three years.
No Services are planned.
Beth Ann Wiedeman says
Prayers for Joe’s family. Joe was a kind and considerate man. I missed him when he moved from Miles City.
Eileen Entzel says
Bev and family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Arneson says
I am sorry to hear this. May God comfort you now and always with the best of memories.
Linda Simonsen says
Bev and family, Joe was always so cheerful and kind. He once fixed an old mantle clock for us and we appreciated it so much as the clock was special to the family. We enjoyed him in his wonderful garden and in the produce dept. at Reynolds. Such a lovely man! Prayers for all of you.
Michelle Simpson says
To all of Joe’s family, my deepest sympathy I will hold you close and thought in prayer. Joe was a wonderful man and a very dear friend. I have so many fond memories of him in and around Miles city he was such a wonderful friend to the kids at Sacred Heart as they would walk to and from school he would visit with him and see how their days were going, and I will miss our many laughs at farmers market rest in peace, my friend, Jim, and Michelle Simpson
Makenna Voiles (Kirkland) says
Prayers for Bev & the rest of the family…
I met Joe when Bev and I worked together at Murdochs for a short while in 2016. He was such a crack up. He will be greatly missed by all who was blessed to have met him.
Ken and Vicki Hess says
We send our sympathy to Bev and all his family. He will be remembered and missed by many. He took pride in whatever he did and was never too busy that he couldn’t stop and visit. Prayers for Joe’s loved ones.
Christina Thompson says
So sorry’ to hear. Just loved him, spent many hours with him at 4B’s.
Michael Brabant says
I used to work with Joe at M&H gas , great man to work with RIP
Darbie Karch says
So saddened to see this. What a nice guy he was. Always gave you a bad time when he saw you. He will be missed by all. Rip Joe.
Jerry and Sue Backlund says
So sorry to hear of Joe”s passing. He was a good neighbor and always had a good story. I always joked we lost our clock repair man when you moved to Billings. You have our condolences and prayers Bev.
Jim and Annalise Willson says
Bev; We are sorry to hear about Joe. Joe raised the best tomatoes in Montana. REST IN PEACE JOE
Jim and Annalise Willson
Janet Edmonds says
Sad to see this, Bev. Joe was a friend to our Mom and step-Dad. Joe was always very kind to us. God bless.
Jane Shores says
Bev, sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Take comfort in your memories!
Ginger Huckins says
Bev, I am so sorry for the loss of Joe. He touched our lives in so many ways. My thoughts are with you at this time,
Ron and Marilyn Frize says
Bev, we are so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Hopefully you can find some comfort in all the great memories you made together.
Aroha says
Dear Bev. I have such fun memories of Joe riding on his machine, clearing the snow from Tracie and Fred’s driveway.
What a darling man he was.
Take care of you now.
With love
Aroha and wee Honey 🐾🐾
Marc and Denise Hartse says
Bev and family,
Denise and I are very, very sad to hear of Joe’s passing. We have nothing but good memories of him and have missed you two since you left Miles City. We’re thinking of you and wish you the best for this difficult time of transition.
Julie K says
Joe was a wonderful man. I enjoyed visiting with him at his garden. Always a good conversation.
Rest in peace. You deserve eternal rest. ❤️
Dawn Perkins says
I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing! I hold many amazing memories of working with him at Reynolds. He will be greatly missed. May he comfort you all from up above!
BONNIE CURRAN says
BEV, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU ALL ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Paul & LynneRae Hazelton says
I always enjoyed visiting with Joe when he worked the night shift at the Montana Highway Department shop. Thoughts and prayers.
Delores Cameron says
Bev, sorry to hear about Joe. I still remember the time he fixed Grandma’s clock and had it on speaker when I came to pick it up. I didn’t want to say how LOUD it sounded, but Joe chuckled and set it back to normal.
Love you and your family.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Richard and LInda (Stevens) Meidinger says
Bev and family so sorry for your loss. May Joe rest in peace. Your all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Oster says
To Joe’s family;
So very sorry for your loss! What a nice man he was, and a great gardener! Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Sherry
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Bev and all Joe’s family and friends,
My sincere sympathy to all of you. Joe was a very special man to so many people. Cherish all the memories.
Dennis Hafla says
Bev and Joe”s family sorry for your loss.Joe and I work and party together and I have lost of memories.
Rhonda Sanford says
Bev, I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. My prayers are with you and the Family. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you in your time of need.
Tyler Cook says
Condolences to Joe’s family. We lived next to Joe and Bev on Batchlor street. Great neighbor’s. I was gone a lot and Joe kept an eye on the boys, even though they didn’t know it. Man, the garden he grew. Cherish the memories!
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Bev, sorry for your loss. Joe and his garden had many visits from us. My thoughts and prayers for you during this difficult time.
Margaret Mikelson says
Bev and your family,
We are sorry to learn of Joe’s death. We hope our thoughts along with those of others are a comfort to all of you.
Richard Liquin says
Bev, my sincerest thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Saying good bye to a soul mate is so very hard. Joe and you have been a dynamic couple.
Denise Harvey says
Joe was a very nice man and his green thumb was amazing!! Our thoughts are with you all!
Dennis Hafla says
Bev and family, sorry for your loss. Joe and I had a lot of good times together.
Rachel Earl says
Dear Bev & family.
I’m so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. When we were neighbors on N. Center Ave., we cherished our friendship and joy of watching your grandkids and our kids play together. Our children still remember those times with Kelsey and Courtney. Joe was a wonderful person with so many talents. I remember how he loved to make his famous salsa with fresh ingredients from his garden! I know everyone will truly miss such an angel on earth. God bless you during this time and I pray for comfort and peace as you mourn this tremendous loss. Sending love and prayers your way. Rachel Earl (Thornton)
Claudine Regalado says
McNurlin Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Joseph was a wonderful person, and we are honored to have known him. We can only imagine the pain of your loss, and we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in the loving memories you shared with him.
With heartfelt condolences,
Claudine Regalado & Family
Kathy Wilson says
I’m holding you all in my ❤️
I met you all when Renee, Waldo and I came to your home! Very interesting time as Joe showed his precious rock collection and gave us a stone❤️
You will be in my prayers 🙏
in Christ
Kathy Wilson, Florida
Kathy Lindemann (Dukart) says
Bev, Kevin, and families
So sorry about the loss of Joe. He was such a caring, friendly, hard working man. My kids, Devin and Ashley, enjoyed having him as a neighbor. He was always friendly and caring to them as they road their bikes around the block. Remember the good times,they will help carry you. Praying for you during this difficult time.
chris says
So sorry to hear of Joes passing. Would love to always get his opinion of the horse to bet on at the races! He had a wonderful garden, but most of all, he was a very nice, friendly man. RIP..good photo of you Bev.
Jan. Champion says
God Bless you Bev. Joe was a fun loving man.
Mary Haydal says
Bev, I can’t remember, ever seeing Joe where he wasn’t smiling. He was always so kind and made me feel welcome in your home and at the garden. All of his talents changed people’s lives, and therefore changed the world. You and Joe are special to me and always will be. Blessings on you, my friend, through your grief journey. You are officially inside my heart.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
So sorry to hear of Joes passing. Enjoyed visiting with him. Praying for you all at this difficult time.