Lloyd (Spike) Comer passed away on Sept. 23, 2019 at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, MT.
Spike was born March 22, 1932 in Dewey. SD to Frank and Louise McElhaney, spending his early childhood in the area.
With his family, they followed the oilfield in numerous states. They ended up in Terry, MT where he met Gladys Kuehn. They were married on December 10, 1952 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City. To this union, three sons were born.
Spike left the oilfields and worked for Bond Water Well Service, and later for Clarke Construction. He then went into business for himself erecting Behlen Steel Buildings and purchasing a mobile pellet mill.
In 1968 the family bought their first home and moved to Miles City where Spike went to work for Sears as an outside salesman.
In 1973, they were once again on the move when they went to Edgemont, SD to manage a ranch for several years. Later they bought a number of trucks, hauling everything, as the slogan said, “Lettuce to Livestock.”
In 1976, Spike went to work for Burlington Railroad as an electrician, ending up in Glendive for seventeen years, being put on a disability in 1991 due to a back injury. After recovery, he went to work for farmers and ranchers in the Fallon area. In 2000, they moved back to Miles City where he went to work for John Muggli Construction, eventually ending up working at the city landfill. Due to health issues, he retired officially.
Survivors include Gladys, his wife of 66 years, sons Rock (Nanette) Comer, Gillette, WY, Rodney Comer, Miles City, MT, sister Sheila (Nick) Dixson, Fallon, MT, brothers Robert (Darlene) McHeleney and Jim McHeleney in Marquette, Mich., grandchildren Rick (Maggie) Comer, Phoenix, AZ, Cassidy (Tyler) Meis, Little Rock, Arkansas, Brooke Comer of Frenchtown, MT and special niece Dawn DeMarco of Billing., and many other nieces and nephews.
Preceding Spike in death were his son, Rickie Gene, mother Louise Mothershead, biological father Frank McHeleney and stepfathers Buck Comer and Francis Mothershead and sister Mabel Hunter.
Spike was baptized into the Trinity Lutheran Church in Terry, MT on March 22, 1964.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.
Family will Receive Friends on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home on Miles City. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church with a reception following. A private family burial will be at Prairie County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday September 25, 2019
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday September 26, 2019
Trinity Lutheran Church
221 South Center Avenue
Miles City, Montana
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Denise Oberlander Harvey says
I have very fond memories of Spike and his family both as our next door neighbor and from his work with Sears. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
James Liles says
Dear Gladys, Rocky, Rod and families, If we still lived in Montana, we’d be there with you for Spike’s services. We know he suffered from poor health the last few years, but that doesn’t dim the good memories we have of him. God bless you as you honor his memory. Gladys, 66 years is a remarkable achievement. He was a great guy.
Mary Ann & Jim Liles
Del Linda Larsen Frost says
Dear Gladys, Rocky, Roddy and families, truly sorry to here of Spike’s passing. He always had a friendly smile and loved to visit. Thoughts and prayers to all.
DENNIS CLARKE HAUGHIAN says
I always liked Spike.
Melody Dewald says
Gladys Rocky and Rodney,so sorry to hear of Spikes passing. Always enjoyed visiting with him and Gladys when they stopped in at mom and dad’s. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time❤
Delores Cameron says
Gladys, may Spike now rest in peace. Chris always enjoyed visiting him–later years at the dump.
carol hirsch says
Gladys, Rod and entire Comer family. My heart is so sad. I love Spike so much. Hailey and I went to see him a few weeks ago, it was great to see that ornery twinkle in his eyes and I will hold that memory in my heart forever. You guys are family to me and the girls and we will miss Spike dearly
Stu Hillis says
Rodney, Anita and I are sorry for the passing of your Dad. Wishing you and your family the best in your time of sorrow.
Becky Tipton says
Comer Family I’m so sorry for your loss! SPIKE WAS A WONDERFUL person so kind! Cherish your Memories and Hold them Close they will help get you through the Difficult days ahead!
RIP SPIKE!
Becky (Chouinard) Tipton
MARTHA CRANDALL says
My sympathy
Patti (Green) Ireland says
My condolences to Spike”s family. I remember how much fun it was when Spike and crew came to the Green Ranch to make “cake” and pellets. I pray that you will be comforted as you remember the good times.
Patti (Green) Ireland
Bobbi Askin says
What a wonderful man. I got to know Spike while working at Jack’s Body Shop and we had some great conversations. He was definitely one of a kind. May God comfort all of you at this time and please accept my deepest condolences.
Cindy & Dale Berg says
Our sympathies to the Comer Family!
We got to know Spike and family from old Hockey days with his grandkids.
He was a great guy.
We are so sorry for your loss.
David Harasymczuk says
Glady, Rocky and Roddybob,
My condolences to you all and your families. Lotsa fond memories of Spike. He and the boys laughing at me trying to learn how to ride the horse known as ‘Sir’. He laughed so hard!
Diggin post holes in dirt as hard as concrete, stompin loose haystacks. Roddybob and I worked pretty hard. Last time I saw Spike was in Hot Springs SD, hitchin my way thru the Black Hills. Glady- thank you for always treating me as if I was one of your own. I think of you often. I will always have a fond spot in my heart for the Comers. Godspeed Spike and thank you!
Wade & Lisa Meyer says
Comer family,
Such good friends you have always been to the Warren & Bayone Meyer family! Our family has great memories of spending the night with you as we traveled to MT to see Lisa’s folks. I know that Spike is completely healed now and is surrounded by his loved ones in heaven. Gladys, we will be lifting you and the boys and their families up in prayer as you celebrate Spike’s life tomorrow. God bless,
Ron Watts says
Spike has always been one of my favorite men—him and Ryan has such a fun relationship at our office!!
Jean Trask Brown says
DEAR GLADYS AND FAMILY..SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS..REMEMBERING THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD WHEN WE WERE YOUNG..SPIKE WAS A GREAT GUY, HE WILL BE MISSED.
Mollie Phipps says
We were just talking about this man who made our day when we went to the dump with the kids for school field trips and sent computer parts back home that happened to be the ones we had dumped the week before!!! Rest In Peace spike you will be missed!!!
Lea Sparks says
Gladys, I am so glad I got the honor of caring for Spike last year. I certainly missed him and his silliness.