Ray D. Krenik Sr., 70, passed away at his home in Colstrip, MT on Tuesday, December 22nd. Ray was born in Great Falls, MT June 21st 1945. Upon completion of school he joined the Navy and then served in the Naval Reserves. After his honorable discharge from the military, Ray married Mellody Williams and had three children: Wendy, Holly and Ray Jr. He went to lock smith school and ran a successful lock smith shop in Helena for years. In 1981 he moved the family to Colstrip where he went to work building the Power Plants. Later he got hired by Montana Power to maintain them. Ray retired from PPL as a Power Plant Mechanic. He enjoyed spending time with all his friends and family but, he had a the most fun with his 8 grand children and 3 great grand children. Ray loved out door activities like hunting and fishing but loved telling the tall tales after even more. He was an avid gun collector and loved talking about guns with some of his best friends Gene Weir, Keith Jennings and Curly Dura.
Ray was preceded in death by his daughter Holly Krenik.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Mellody, his daughter Wendy Krenik-Hunter (Russ), his son Ray Jr. (Terri) as well as his grand children Brandy Charette (Tommy), Desirae Savelkoul (Steve), Misty Krenik (Theodore), Tanaya Krenik, Dawson Buckalew, Bryce Krenik, Garrett Buckalew and Evan Buckalew. He also had three great grand children Tommee, Bentley and Ariana.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
1:30PM to 3:30PM
Sunday December 27, 2015
Stevesons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Funeral Service
10:00AM
Tuesday December 29, 2015
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
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pat & george riedel says
Melody, Wendy and Family,
so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing.
Hull Family says
We are so sorry for you loss. Prayers for you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Hull Family
Mickey Burns says
So sorry for your loss, prayers for your family during this most difficult of times
Larry & Joanne Schrupp says
Mel & family, I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s death. Prayers for you all to bear this tremendous loss.
Art & Rose Galster says
Mellody our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mr.& Mrs Gene Desmarais says
Too windy and the family so sorry for your loss keep your memories close to your heart and our prayers will be with you together we’ll get you through this god bless you
Lu Shomate & Dave Hensel says
Mel, Wendy, and Ray Ray….my deepest sympathies to you this day. We pray for comfort at this very difficult time for you and your families.
Bob & Mary Ann Whitehead says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, at this difficult time.
Donna and Lawrence McCulloch says
We were saddened to hear today of Ray’s death. Our sincere sympathies are with you at this sad time. May all the good memories you have created over the years help sustain you through this difficult time. You will be in our prayers.
Hugh and Evelyn Broadus says
We were sorry to hear about Ray. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Steve Giesick says
So sorry, and sad to hear about Ray. Hope and pray for you Mel, and your family!
Darla and Wade Colter says
Dear Mel, Wendy, Ray Jr and grandkids our thoughts are with you during this time of loss and sadness. We will keep you in our prayers during this holiday season. Blessings to you all.
Kent and Laura Stroh says
Mel, Wendy, Ray, and family, You are in our prayers. Sorry for your loss.
Pat Nees says
Mel and kids. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all. Ray was a good friend and partner for a long time. Anything I can do to help please call.
Jim Rowe says
So Sorry to hear of Rays passing on; May God Bless You and Yours.
Tim & Karen Kautzman says
We are so sorry to hear about Ray, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Irvin Farr says
Sorry for your loss. He was an likable person..
June Ganser says
To Mel & family, So, so sorry to hear of Rays passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. June Ganser
Rachelle walker says
I love you Mel! I’m praying for you and your family.
Russ and Darla Davidson says
A class guy in so many ways…devoted to his family a rocking sense of humor! God got a good one!
Phillip & Phyllis Lewis says
We are so sorry for your loss I will miss Ray so much he was my kids grandpa also. Your family is so dear to me I love you so much. Our prayers are with you.
The Lewis’ s
Jerid says
Hey Holly,
I just thought of you yesterday 🙂 telling my kids of a time in high school and miss you much. Sorry to hear you’re mom and family are going through a difficult moment In the transition of your dad. Send them all a sign to help them along . Again I miss you sis.
Jerid
Safe travels Ray, and prayers for loving guidance and comfort for Melody, Wendy and Ray Jr.
Jon Currier Jr says
My condolences to all the family. Ray was always good to me and my family. He will be missed.
Doug and Debbie Skiles says
Sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer raile says
Mel and Wendy. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers from far away. We will play darts again Ray. You will be missed.
Dan And Carla Becker says
So sorry for your loss, Mel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heather Beckham says
So sorry for your loss Mel, Wendy and Ray.. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Craig Murnion says
What a loss of a great man you guys ..my heart goes out to your family ..always in our thoughts and blessings ..much love to you all
Jennifer Skuse says
To all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort and healing are being said for you all. God Bless
LoriGood says
SORRY TO HEAR OF RAYS PASSING. LOVE BOB @ LORI GOOD
Ken and Irene Nelson says
May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time.
Sharon & Del Dinstel says
Wendy — We are so sorry for your loss. Putting you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon & Del Dinstel says
Wendy — We are so sorry for your loss. Putting you in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry currier says
So sorry for your loss! Ray was such a wonderful character he will truly be missed by many. Jon and Terry
Dave and Janne Johnson says
To the Krenik Family: We deeply regret your loss of Ray. We do pray God will give you comfort and peace throughout this difficult time.
DeCock's says
Mel, Wendy, Ray, and families ~ We are so sorry to about the loss of Ray. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. ((Hugs)) ~ Dale & Cheri
Bill & Leona Mayo says
Sorry for your loss, had a lot of good times with Ray at the plant, our prayers are with you.
Clarence & Nona Schaff says
Mel, Wendy & family, Our heart felt sympathy and prayers for God’s comfort and peace. So sorry for your loss. Clarence & Nona Schaff
Donna Rogers says
So sorry to hear of Rays passing. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Rex and Donna.
Gene Wier says
My Best Friend, we had a lot of good times together. Go with god, I’ll see you on the other side.
Sandi & Jack Van Pelt says
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cal, Roxie, Megan, Chance, and Brit says
Mel, Brandy, Desi, Misty, Wendy and Ray Jr
We are thinking about you and pray you will get through this. Ray was an amazing person and raised thoughtful, caring kids and grand kids. Mel we know he was your soulmate and we pray that you find the strength and courage you need from your family, lean on them Mel they are there for you. Our family is also here for you just a few miles away, call and we will come right over. God bless you and your family and keep you safe. Ray we hope the ride to Heaven was smooth sailing, you deserved it.
Andrita Harris says
Mellody, Wendy, Ray Jr. , Brandy and Family
My Deepest Sympathy, Sorry for your loss, prayers too your Family.
Know that Holly and her Dad are together again.
Peggy (Dorothy) Smotherman says
Wendy, Desi and all of your families….please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dad and grandpa! I know how much he meant to you girls! Keep the good memories close! God bless you in these sorrowful times.
ray krenik jr says
Thank you all for all your kind words. They are much appreciated! He will be missed but never forgotten!
Ivan and Janet Whiteaker says
We are so sorry that Ray passed away, we hadn’t heard until now. We were out of town.
Our prayers are with your family.
Bryce Krenik says
I loved grandpa very much, he told me he would purchase me a hunting rifle one day. well that obviously never happened. (Just a joke) But truly grandpa and I shared many great memories. The one that sticks out the most is when he bought a hat that was a sun visor that had built in hair to it. I believed the hair was real and everyone shared a laugh. Now, he’s in heaven and smiling down on all of us. R.I.P grandpa you truly left a hole in my heart. You will be missed.