Misty Renell Hirsch passed away on July 7, 2019 at the age of 38.
Misty Renell Hirsch, the daughter of Jay Dee Hirsch and Rosella Mancha, was born in Helena, Montana on March 25, 1981. She was the youngest of three girls.
Misty grew up in Miles City, Montana. She attended grade school and part of high school in Miles City before she moved to the state of Washington. There she graduated from high school at North Kitsap in Poulsbo, Washington. Following her high school graduation Misty attended the Blackfeet Community College in Browning Montana, where she earned an Associate’s Degree. She then moved to Pablo, Montana to attend Salish Kootenai College, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science. She followed up her education doing an internship at the University of Montana.
Misty had two wonderful sons whom were the loves of her life. Her first son, Duane D Aikman III was born in Bellingham, Washington to her and Duane D Aikman II. He currently lives in Kingston, Washington and is self-employed as a commercial diver and crab fisherman. Her second son, Dustin August Kallowat was born in Polson, Montana to her and David Kallowat. He will be a 6th grader in the fall. He really enjoyed swimming with his mom.
Misty loved spending time on her father Jay Dee’s farm in Miles City. She was proud to be Blackfeet and Salish. She spent many years learning the Native way of both tribes. She will be remembered as a strong athlete. She enjoyed downhill skiing, basketball, motorbiking, and anything that kept her active. In college she was an advocate for women involved in domestic violence, traveling to conferences as far away as Washington, DC. Misty was also known for her beautiful singing voice.
She is survived by her parents, Jay Dee Hirsch of Miles City, her mother Rosella Mancha of Arlee, Montana; Sons, Duane D Aikman III, Dustin August Kallowat; Sister, Ashley Little Light; Nieces, Erica Jean, Whisper Rose; Nephew, Jasper Lawrence, and many more relatives.
She was preceded in death by three sisters, Crystal Jean Little Light, Pollyanna Hirsch, Dusty Rose Hirsch; Maternal Grandparents, Octavia Jean (Smith) Monroe and Thomas Mancha; Parental Grandparents, Ida (Riley) Hirsch and Otto Hirsch.
Misty was a loving mother, daughter, sister, niece, and friend who was loved. She will be dearly missed.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2019 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 15, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday July 14, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday July 15, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Dawn Marie Kellmer-Anderson says
May you rest with the angels Misty.
Tasha says
Rest In Peace 😥 should still be here
Bernice says
Misty you were a beautiful soul! May God hold your family and friends tightly in his arms and comfort them through this difficult time! Gone to soon but never forgotten!! Soar high with the angels!
Chris Gierke says
Rosie, JD & family, I am thinking of you all & keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.
Wanda Gresens says
Still remember her as the sweet little girl that lived across the street . My thoughts go out to the family so sorry for your loss .
DG says
Always sweet…I have so many fond memories of the adventures we had back at the college and around the country. Your energy was positive. I can hear your laughter. You filled my heart and spirit when I was down with your kind words. Thanks for being part of my life. All my best to your family at this time.
Melissa Michel says
Everyone that met Misty, loved her and was blessed. She was beautiful inside and out. She was valued. Her passing is heartbreaking.
Savannah says
From the first time I seen and met Misty she had a smile from ear to ear that lit up a room! She had great outlook on life and touched so many hearts! I will never forget the memories we shared from laughing uncontrollably about life experiences and the silly things our children did! I love you Misty and will miss seeing your happy smiling face along with the warm hugs!! Rest In Peace Beautiful!
Connie D says
Sending condolences to her family. I attended college with Misty and she was a beautiful soul. My heart goes out to her family. Love and prayers.
Stephanie Houston says
My sister from another mister! We should have gone and been snow bunnies this winter. You will never be forgotten! I love you with all my heart! Rest in peace! You and Dusty are smiling down on us all! 💖
Shane says
Misty you were always so nice and such a beautiful girl.. had so much more to give and to be taken this soon is heartbreaking! Rest Easy my friend! Until we meet again I will be thinking about you.
Frank Tyro says
Beautiful, smart and gifted woman.
Tina Marie Nenema says
Heartfelt Prayers
Fred Anderson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. What a terrible loss.
Ginger n Rainna says
My heart and blessings to my cousin Chubby so sorry Misty such a beautiful child. Now a beautiful angel. MANY BLESSINGS TO MISTY’S FAMILY.
Leighann says
Sending love & prayers from The Old Elk Family in Crow Country. Her amazing personality and huge heart will be missed by many. Rest Easy Misty as you journey to the other side 💔
TIM & TRACY says
Jay Dee,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Misty!
Randy Finley says
Beautiful person inside and out. My prayers go out to your family.
Hector and Rosa Torres says
We are so sorry for your loss and sending our prayers and love to all. My God bless you.
Judy Racine says
Chubby I am so sorry for ur loss!!! It breaks my heart that u have to go through this!!! I know every pain every thought ur going through!!! No words of comfort can ease the pain ur going through!!! I will pray that u have the comfort to go through this!!! The times we shared with u and JD welcoming us into ur home the summer we were there years ago with all of our children will never b forgotten!! One day at a time easier said than done. Love and prayers for u and JD!!!
Lynda Beaudry says
My prayers to my cousin Rosie and the rest of the family. Misty was such a beautiful soul….now she’s with her sisters up in Heaven, although we wish she could still be here with us. <3
Pete says
We love and miss the bestest and silliest crazy n loving girl to have met n have been part of RIP
Pete n Jabz says
RIP girl love ya n gonna miss your smiles.laugh.n loves
Lisa (Coleman) Finley says
I’m so sorry for the lost of your daughter J.D my heart breaks for all of you
Clarence Ellenwood Sr says
Sometimes in life Creator God gives you a moments time with someone special. I was blessed to have a moments time with Misty. In that little time I found out she was caring, loving, strong and giving. A selfless person who made sure I was okay. She was truly a beautiful Woman inside and out. My heart is broken for the family and her sons. My heart and prayers are with you all. Love and Prayer sent up with her from NiMiiPuu (Nez Perce) Country. You’re forever in my Tamina’ (heart) Misty and I will live a beautiful life just like you said. But it hurts without you here. #Love
Correne roth aka tazz says
Love yuh Misty hope your travels are safe to the other side and that u meet ur sisters and are happy. Even tho ur life her in Earth was cut short u definitely had an impact on all of our lives and hearts u will be greatly missed and ur smile was always so contagious. Always made things seem so easy with ur confidence.may u rest in peace mist and may u fly high with the rest of all the rest of the beautiful angels that they took so damn early from us. Love and my condolences go out to Jay dee and Rosie Hirsch and lil dusty!!!
Vicky Fast Horse says
I am so sorry for ur loss. I remember going to school with misty n dusty. Always hard to loose someone u know but at least she is at peace n is watching over u all now. As she lives in her boys now. Rip misty
Debby Courville says
My thoughts and prayers to her family and friends Misty was a beautiful woman. And an excellent student st SKC. She was in a poster ad for SKC. And in a text book I used for one of my classes. Proud of her. May she RIP
Penelope Strong says
Penny Strong
Misty was an incredible woman.Smart as a whip, lovely, well educated, and caring. She had so much to look forward to in his life. This was, and is, a terrible loss.Rest in peace, Misty.
Our condolences to her mom and dad and sons, and all of her family.
Sam Barnaby says
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family of Misty Hirsch. Although she leaves many of us left behind with sorrow just ask that the Lord continue to bless her family especially her son’s. but most of all we just asked that she may rest in peace. Always Sam, Aide, Cristina, Damian and DeShayne.
Gigi Caye says
Deepest sympathy to her family. Misty was a very beautiful and gentle person who touched our lives. She will be missed. Rest in paradise
Jamie Aikman says
RIP Misty! You will be missed by all who knew you. I love you and will alway’s cherish and love your son’s my grandson’s. Until we meet again.
John 3:16