Lynn Allen Bice, age 73, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 due to complications of septic shock in Billings, MT, just six weeks after his twin sister Linda.
He was born July 17, 1944, five minutes before his twin in Terry, MT. He was the seventh and youngest son of Clarence Harold and Erna Ellen Mattoon Bice. Lynn grew up in Terry and graduated from Terry High School in 1964. He entered the Army and served in Germany. Lynn shared stories with his family of guarding the Berlin Wall during the Cold War era. He worked for the State of Montana Highway Department, traveling all over the state before retiring after many years of service. Lynn loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and spending time at his cabin on Fort Peck Reservoir. He especially enjoyed and was skilled at spearfishing. Lynn was a member of the American Legion Post #32 in Terry, MT for over 50 years. He was loved by all who knew him and was know for his generosity in helping others, especially local widows, with whatever they needed done.
Lynn was preceded in death by his parents and six sisters: Florence Rainey, Helen Love, Hazel Ramsay, Marlene Graham, Judy Watts, and his twin Linda Bates. Five brothers: Russell, Neil, Howard, Glenn and Pete. He is survived by one brother, Frank (Pat) of Minot, ND and four sisters: Ann Farris of Scobey, MT, Janet Bice of Billings, MT, Nancy Frye of Harvey, ND, and Marian Leverton of Miles City, MT. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as great and great-great nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, April 3, 2018 from 1-6 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services with Military Honors will be Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Burial will be in the Veterans Circle of Prairie County Cemetery in Terry at a later date. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting our website at www.stevensonandsons.com.
Kent and Christie Liles says
To the Bice family sorry for your loss. He was a great guy to work with. RIP Lynn
Cheryl Stevenson says
Prayers to Lynn’s family? Wonderful man an great friend to our Grandpa Gerald Peterson❤️ Both in Heaven ice fishing ? up at Fort Peck❤️❤️
Kurt Seward says
Sorry to hear about Lynn passing. I worked with brother highway patrolman Pete in Forsyth when I was Sheriff. I had the pleasure of visiting with Lynn several times and always enjoyed the visit. Prayers to his family.
Myra and Kevin Thoeny says
I lost a good friend the day Lynn passed away. May God bless the family as they struggle with the pain of losing him. The Lord has another great man by his side. RIP Lynn.
David Macioroski says
I am sorry to hear of Lynn”s passing. Over the years, Lynn and I spent many hours together in the great outdoors of Montana, hunting and fishing and also working for the state highway Dept. He was a very good friend of mine.
David Macioroski
Tom & Bernice Buckingham says
Bice family,
We offer our condolences to you during the loss of your brother. We remember Lynn from the Terry Food Store days. Peace to you all.
Linda Koehler says
I have so many memories of Lynn… he was such a good friend to Walt… we borrowed his cabin for family vacations… he supplied me with beets for many years…. he could be so silly but could be serious when he needed to be… I’ll never forget the first time I saw him in his cutoff jean shorts with his red suspenders… I’ll miss you, kiddo… say hi to Walt for me and I’ll be waiting for my heavenly Walleye….
Kelly and Dulcy Hubbert says
Sending our thought and prayers to Lynn’s family. He was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed. RIP
Cheryl Rainey Yasuda says
Thank you to all Lynn’s friends we were able to meet yesterday at his life celebration. It was wonderful to hear your stories and share memories of our uncle. He gave us a legacy to be proud of. Will miss you!