LeRoy Hirsch, age 76, of Miles City passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2016 at his home in Miles City surrounded by his family and his dog Precious.
LeRoy was born on July 1, 1939 in Ismay, Montana to Ellen and Emil Hirsch. LeRoy was the first of four children, Patty (Dave) Berg, Caroline Rischer (Lee C0x) and Don (Colleen) Hirsch. The family moved to Rock Springs in 1951 where the homestead was bought and the kids grew up. LeRoy grew up in Rock Springs, attending the small one room school house until high school where he made the trip to Miles City to attend CCDHS. While attending school, he worked for Peavy Elevator until 1956 when he decided at 17 to join the National Guard. He attended basic training but chose to go back home to help out on the farm until he met his future wife. LeRoy met Pearl in 1957 in Miles City and married her on September 17, 1960 in Miles City, Montana at Trinity Lutheran Church. Together they moved to California for a short 4 months before deciding that Montana was home for them and where they wanted to raise their children. From 1960 to 1961 LeRoy worked for Ivan Dallman in Forsyth farming until he decided to continue his own farming as well as custom farming for local surrounding farms.
In 1966, they welcomed the twin boys Shane and Shawn and in 1971 their last son Chad was born. In 1967 he began working at Mac’s Frontierland as a mechanic and worked for almost ten years before deciding to go back to farming out north. Meanwhile LeRoy and his brother Don owned a hog operation until 1975 when the family dissolved partnership and LeRoy focused solely on custom wheat farming as well as his own wheat farming until 1998. In 1998 LeRoy decided it was time to slow down a bit and focused on his grandchildren and primarily farming the Hirsch property. LeRoy woke up each morning before dawn and worked on his place until dusk only stopping to eat when Pearl or one of his grandchildren would radio him in to have lunch and dinner on the CB radio. The “Ranch” as it is known to the family is where each grandchild learned how to drive, fed bunnies and watched lifetime movies whit LeRoy sitting in the recliner eating popcorn until way pas their bedtime.
In 2007, LeRoy finally made the choice to retire and enjoy his time with his family and traveling. LeRoy and Pearl enjoyed jumping in the car, with their pug Precious, and driving until they decided to stop, usually in California. The past two years LeRoy battled with pancreatic cancer however he never lost his spirit or his sense of humor always giving everyone a hard time and visiting with everyone who stopped over to say hello.
LeRoy is survived by his wife Pearl Hirsch; his three boys: Shane (Gretchen) Hirsch, Shawn (Lora) Hirsch and Chad Hirsch as well as his eight grandchildren: Amber (Alex) Helland, Brittany Hirsch, Taeler Hirsch, Brody Hirsch, Austin Hirsch, Riley Hirsch, Dylan Hirsch & McKenzie Hirsch.
Visitation will be held Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 22, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City with military honors provided. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 21, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday February 22, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday February 21, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:30 a.m.
Monday February 22, 2016
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Elsie O'Daniel Kenndy says
Pearl & Boys: So sorry to hear this. Sometimes this can be a blessing for the one who
is suffering but so hard on those who are left. I know you are glad to have had the years with him that you did. LeRoy was one of the good guys and I’m glad to have known him.
Elsie O'Daniel Kenndy says
Pearl & Boys: So sorry to hear this. Sometimes this can be a blessing for the one who is
suffering but so hard on those who are left. I know you are glad to have had the years with him that you did. Leroy was one of the good guys and I’m glad to have known him.
Jan Munroe says
I am so sorry for your loss. If there is a lake up in heaven, Don and Leroy are surely fishing!
Linda Hodgson says
Pearl & boys, so sorry for your loss. Leroy is finally at peace and free of pain.
Dan Troy says
I thank him for what knowledge he shared with me. My condolences to his family.
Carol Hirsch says
Pearl, Shane, Shawn, Chad and families,
I am so sorry for your loss. Leroy will be missed by many. He was an awesome man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carol
JIM AND GLADYS says
Pearl and family . we are sorry for your loss, LEROY WAS A FINE MAN OUR PRAYER ARE WITH YOU GLADYS AND JIM NEELEY
Mark Nordby says
Sorry to hear about Leroy. He was a stand up guy for sure, If he said it, he meant it! My father inlaw Jard Hirsch told me of Leroys passing just a bit ago. He was definately one of the good ones. Prayers are with family and friends. Mark Nordby
Maureen Larson says
So sorry to hear about Leroy’s passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Hold your memories close and may they provide you with some comfort. I pray God’s blessings on each & every grieving heart.
Mike & Judy Toennis Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Berta Cauthron says
Pearl–Sorry to hear about this. My condolences to you and your family. I’m sending positive thoughts your way.
Bonnie Bergerson says
Pearl and family, know you are in my thoughts and prayers
Richard & Linda Meidinger says
our thoughts and prayers are with the family. may he rest in peace.
Linda and Richard Meidinger
Cheryl Fuhrman says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Keith and Cheryl Fuhrman
Alice Petersohn says
We are so sorry to hear about Leroy,our Dad Leonard Petersohn worked for him and enjoyed every minute, and Pearl’s cooking. God Bless you and your family. Alice Petersohn and family.
Maureen Hirsch Secrest says
Pearl, boys and families: So sorry to hear of Leroy’s passing. I am reminded of a long time ago when we (Boyd) all got together out north and before we were all married and had our kids. They were good times. You may all get your deserved rest now.
Edna & Vernon Luderman says
To my dear friend, Pearl….. Shane, Shawn , Chad and all your families,
God is the master weaver….and only He knows when the masterpiece is complete…
Hold in your hearts the wonderful memories of LeRoy ,for they will be with you forever. What a cherished masterpiece LeRoy is.. Sending our love and prayers to each of you….
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
Pearl and family You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darbie Karch and family says
Leroy was a very determined and strong man. He will be sorely missed by all. May all his family find comfort in all the memories they had with him. Prayers and hugs to all of you.
Carlene Root says
Pearl and families, Sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Carlene Aastrom Root.
Kevin and Sheila Krausz says
Pearl and Family, Praying for God’s comfort at this difficult time.
Doug and Diane Ellingson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family!
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Pearl and family:
We were saddened to learn of Leroy’s passing. Hold tight to your good memories. We pray for God to surround you with His peace and comfort.
Eleanor Hafla says
Peral so glad you have your kids to be around you it makes a big difference .my prays are with you and the kids. When every thing get quite call and we will have coffee It was a long, long time ago but I remember the good times we all had. Take Care and God Bless Eleanor Hafla
Dolores Proxy Christensen Hainer says
Pearl, I seen you at the all 60’s reunion, but just barely in passing. I didn’t know Leroy was sick then, but am glad the suffering is over. Two years is a long time.
Sounds like you two have had a busy, but good life.
Vern & Irene Hirsch Johnson says
Pearl, boy’s & family : So sorry to hear of Leroy’s passing. Will away’s remember the good old days we had when we were young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Burch, Linda and Ray Palmer says
Pearl, We are very sad to hear of Leroy’s goin’ away. We will miss seeing his smiling face when returning to Montana. You two had a great life and great family. We will celebrate his life in our memories and prayers. Burch, Linda and Ray
Jack and Clare says
Dear Pearl and boys, We were sure sorry to hear of Leroys passing. You have our sincere sympathy. Jack and Clare
Bill and Donna Ronning says
Pearl and family:
So sorry to hear about Leroy..our prayers are with you all. I can tell how what a loved grandfather he was and how surrounded in his family’s love through his battle, and that same love for each other will bring you comfort.