Larry Donald Gribble, 76, of Forsyth, Montana, passed in the early morning of Saturday, May 15, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital in Billings, Montana, after a sudden and short illness. Larry was born on February 13, 1945 in Forsyth, Montana, to Howard and Phyllis (Watson) Gribble and married the love of his life Betty Lou (Kiel) July 5, 1963. Larry received his GED in 1989 after caring for his family beginning in the early 1960’s. Larry started working at the Rosebud mine in 1970 until his retirement 37 years later. Larry believed so much in education that he and another co-workers started the “Rosebud Mine Scholarship” in 1994 and is still awarding scholarships today. Larry was also dedicated to the Operating Engineer’s Union as a long time representative in various positions. Besides his professional life, Larry was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a confidant and friend to many. He was always the first to lend a helping hand or ear with a smile on his face. He was a strong believer in life, liberty and freedom; that opinions and civility were important for part of freedom of speech. Survived to honor Larry’s love of life is the love of his life, Betty Lou (Kiel) of 57 years, children Pamela (Pete Christie) of Bay City, Michigan, Howard Gribble (April) of Hardin, Montana, Carol Gribble of Wright, Wyoming, Larry Gribble (Tami) of Centerton, Arkansas, 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death are Larry’s mother and father, brother Howard “Butch” Gribble and sister Janet Miller and granddaughter Cassidy Christie. Visitation is Wednesday at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home, Forsyth, MT, from 2pm-5pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Larry’s name to The Cassidy Christie Memorial Scholarship Fund to Steven’s Funeral home.
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
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sharon cope says
I amo sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you. Sharon
Duane and Sue Allred says
Sorry to hear of Larry’s passing, I worked with him the 37 years he was at the mine. Always enjoyed visiting with him with his good sense of humor.
RIP friend!
Tracee Raymond says
I’m very sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marilyn Watson says
Heaven gained another angel. What a wonderful man Larry was. My heart goes out to Betty and the entire family. You are all in my prayers.
Jeffrey W Spieler says
One of my very first mentors who taught me well. Sorry for your loss Betty. I.m sure he will be missed.
Diane Wyrick says
Will remember Larry for his smile and kindness. My sincerest condolences. Thoughts and prayers for you all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Loni Hartman says
Betty and Family: There just isn’t enough words to tell you all how sorry I am for your loss. Larry was such a wonderful man. He was always there for me as a kid and as a young adult when I needed to talk. He always had a open door and open arms with a great big smile. He always treated me like one of his own. We all had some great times growing up. I will never forget him and I loved him dearly. God bless you all.
Dave Gunderson says
R.I.P. Larry. I also worked with Larry. He represented the Union well.
Steve Fourtner says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Larry was a great man, I always enjoyed visiting with him. I will miss him and his sense of humor.
Joe & Ginger Kiel says
Our thoughts and prayers for you and the family. So sorry for your loss.
Nola Vandersloot says
I personally did not know Larry, his son lives by my mom. When my mom was outside working in the yard Larry had offered his help. He was obviously a very kind man. We would see him often helping his son Howard. We are sorry for all of you in the loss of Larry.
Kay and Rocky Berdahl says
Betty and family,
Sorry for your loss! Will miss seeing and visiting with Larry! I always called him Butch and he always smiled about it! Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Shelly Holum says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donna McCulloch says
Betty, I am so sorry to hear this news. Larry was always the happiest guy put everyone around him in a good mood. He and Lawrence are probably swapping stories right now. May your great memories help you through this difficult time.
Bill and Elsie Schye says
So sorry for your loss Betty and children. He was a very nice man and I know he’ll be missed. Bless you and the family.
Cora and Randy Stennerson says
Knew Larry for a long time. He was always good to work with at Western. Sorry for your loss. Prayers sent to all the family.
Glenn Logan says
Larry was good man, gone too soon
May he Rest In Peace
Bev and Zeke Nile says
Betty and family. So sorry to hear this. Larry was a kind and gentle man, he will be truly missed
Johnny horton says
I love you grandpa I wish I could have been there. I love you so much and you will be missed
Dennis & Diane Hubbard says
Betty,
We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May your precious memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Shasta Nees says
I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was a wonderful man and he will be truly missed. My prayers, thoughts, and love go out to you all.
Cindy Lebie says
Betty and family my heart is breaking for you. Larry was a wonderful man with a great smile.
Lorin and Naomi Finnicum says
Betty and family. Was so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He was always so friendly and happy. He loved life. Our thoughts are with you. Lorin and Naomi Finnicum.
Jim and Kim Hofer says
Betty and Family; so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man to many. He was always there with a helping hand and a big smile, he always lite you a room like no other person I know. He was always laughing at life which was always a joy. He will be terribly missed. Love to you all.
George Scalpcane says
My condolences to the Larry Gribble Family. Got to know Larry while employed at the Rosebud Mine and was honored to call him “friend”. His Son, young Larry, and Ben Lange came to Lame Deer and played with a boys JH basketball team that I took to the Big Sky State Games-the 2nd year of it’s existance around 1987. Good, fond memories of both Larrys. Until we meet again, my friend, may you rest in peace.
Diana Gribble says
Uncle Larry was always my favorite Uncle! We had such a great time together (laughter), didn’t agree on everything but he was always there (as his brother was before him) with a shoulder and an ear! He knew how to BS and he knew I was good at it too! Like his father and his brother, my dad (Butchie) also their sister had a real good sense of humor! He is sincerely missed and all those who passed on before him….RIP Uncle Larry, we’ll see you on the other side!
Mary and David Fisher says
Dear Pam and Family,
We are very saddened with your loss. May he Rest In Peace.
Mary&David Fisher
Corrina Horn says
So sorry to hear about Larry’s passing!
😔
He was one of the good guys! ❤️
-Corrina Horn
Donnie and Lori Finnicum says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers. RIP MY FRIEND
June May Ganser says
To Betty & family, I’m so so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing.
June May Ganser says
We have sooooo many wonderful memories, of the old days, in Colstrip. When we first moved in, we had really not much police protection, but we had a lot of people with C.B, & form the C.B. club. Larry help to get a lot of wonderful things started in Colstrip. Even tho in them days, not much there, not even a grocery store. But Larry was always thinking , how we should do this or that. Never forget the fun weekends at the C. club, on week ends off. Ya ,Larry we all had good times back in those days. Memories, we will have forever. With deep symphony J.M.G.
The Board, Members and Staff of IUOE Local 400 says
Sending prayers for comfort and strength during this most difficult time in the passing of Larry.
Lori Delaney says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Betty,Pam,Howard, Carol and Larry jr, I am sorry for your loss. He will be truly missed.
Lori Delaney says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Betty,Pam,Howard, Carol and Larry jr, I am sorry for your loss. He will be truly missed. God Bless you all.