Our dad, Bob Meidinger, passed away a day after his birthday on October 3, 2023 after battling end stage renal failure and succumbing to complications with pneumonia. Dad was surrounded by his twin children.
Robert “Bob” Leroy Meidinger was born on October 2, 1946, to Edwin and Ann Meidinger (Pasicznyk) of Miles City, MT. He grew up with his sister and three brothers, Virginia Strohmayer, Richard, Gene, and Jerry Meidinger on the family farm in Kinsey, MT. This is where Dad started farming, which is the first of many trades he learned in his lifetime.
He graduated from Custer County High School and later was drafted into the Army.
Following being selected, he served as a Communication Specialists in Germany during the Vietnam War (1967-1969). Following an Honorable discharge from the military he returned home to marry Johnna Aye in September of 1969.
Dad started working with the Miles City Highway Department which later led him into starting his own business, Meidinger Construction. Over the course of running his own business he built many homes including his own in the Aye Addition. As the business prospered, he branched into Curb-Gutter and Asphalt. Development included areas all over Montana, including Spearfish Canyon, SD.
He obtained his pilots license and traveled with many friends and family all over the country including Mexico. His favorite activities consisted of a trip to Disneyworld, Deep Sea fishing and coyote hunting with Jim Michaels.
In November of 1979, dad was blessed with (Us) “TWINS”. Two more toe heads to add to Miles City. Later the hair had shown our true colors when it turned Red for Tristin and a bit more on the cooler side Red/Blond for Travis. His children were everything to him. We have heard many times from dad’s friends that he could not talk or praise us enough.
After many years of construction dad had returned to ranching with Butch Sweet and farming with Ray Sprandel. We are not sure what dad loved more “construction, farming, or ranching”. But we all know that dad showed up early to all his jobs and likely the last to leave.
Dad shared his trade knowledge with us, and we both worked with him at different times. He coached Travis in football and cheered Tristin on the basketball court. Dad had many hobbies and interests, including fishing, hunting, gardening, and canning. He was a foodie who loved to grow his own food, harvest it, and make salsa. Some old stories of Mom and Dad putting on couples cooking dinners showed how much they both loved to cook. We all know some folks out there raved about Dad’s treats that he would leave on your doorstep, bring to the bar, or even that special donut that he delivered to all our workplaces.
Bob was a loving father, papa, and grandfather. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, argumentative cuss, and sense of humor. He had made a promise that he would make it to watch his youngest grandson, Kyson, play football and he did.
Bob is survived by his children Travis (Ashley) Meidinger, and Tristin Meidinger; his grandchildren, Natalie Mury, Kyson Meidinger and Lillian Knudsen; and his siblings Virginia (Duane) Strohmayer, Miles City, MT, Richard (Linda) Meidinger, Lemon, SD, Gene (Norah) Meidinger, Orange County, CA and Jerry (Sandy) Meidinger, Miles City, MT.
Bob was preceded in death by his son Robert Meidinger; parents, Ed (Mary) Meidinger, and Ann Meidinger.
Dad will be deeply missed by all who knew him. “And he knew all of them.”
In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to help cover funeral expenses. Donations in honor of Bob Meidinger can be sent directly to Travis and Tristin Meidinger at 315 S. Winchester Ave., Miles City, MT, 59301.
A graveside service with full military honors will be held on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery in Miles City. A potluck will follow the graveside service at Parker’s Bar in Miles City. If you are able, please bring a dish.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 p.m.
Friday October 13, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Luncheon
Following the Graveside Service - Potluck Style Luncheon- Please bring a dish if you're able.
Friday October 13, 2023
Parker's
13 S. 10th St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 p.m.
Friday October 13, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Luncheon
Following the Graveside Service - Potluck Style Luncheon- Please bring a dish if you're able.
Friday October 13, 2023
Parker's
13 S. 10th St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
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John Munsell says
Kathy & I had fabulour times with Bob & Jahna back in the 70’s, a wonderful time in our lives. We remember Bob with fondness.
Denise Harvey says
I am so very very sorry.
Our love and prayers are with all of you.
We appreciate how hard Bob worked to build our garage and how friendly he always was.
Take care and may you find comfort in cherished memories.
Denise and Jay Harvey and family
Linda Walker says
I always liked Bob. He took on life with humor. Sad for the family.
Dennis Bohlman says
Travis & Tristin, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob is a damn good guy and always had such an amazing smile on his face.
Charles Harvey says
So sorry for your loss.
Wishing you blessings of comfort and cherished memories.
Mike and Della Jarrett says
We will miss this guy!! So many memories and good times over so many years. Rest in peace, Bob, you were a heck of a guy. Your generosity and humor was endless. Will think of you whenever we cook your tried and true wild game recipes.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
I’m so very sorry for your loss Travis, Tristen and children. You probably didn’t know this, but Bob was my favorite cousin to this Tomboy, teaching me how to play football, basketball & baseball. He also helped me get over the corral fence when that big black bull charged.
Bob, we will all miss you a lot. Rest in peace, cuz🇺🇸
Al Homme says
good bye Bob
Diane M Welbes says
Travis, Tristen and family, so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rich McRae says
Bob built my parent’s garage on South Merriam back in 1975. And I remember him building the A-frame home.
My condolences.
Lorrie Pearce says
Love Bob! You will be missed.
Ron Hathaway says
So sorry for your loss. Lots of good memories with Bob
Bruce Wilson says
Bob was such a good friend for so many years, special man, super athlete, and all-around good guy. Condolences to all of Bob‘s family..
RIP “Dinger”
Mark Browning says
My sympathies for your family to face this loss. Goodbye old friend.
Josephine Meidinger says
So sorry for your loss 😢
Cathi Peila says
Tristen, Travis and families. I am so so sorry for your loss. Tristen, I am so sorry I did not visit with you longer when I saw you this week. Prayers of blessings for peace and comfort.
Jan Munroe says
Dear Tristan and Travis, please accept my sincere condolences on your loss of “Dinger.”
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Travis, Tristan and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you all at this very difficult time!
Verne Schlepp says
Rest in peace Dinger!! An awesome friend, classmate, and Cowboy football teammate. Condolences to the Meidinger families.
Doug Benge says
Very sorry to read that another classmate has checked out. Always had a smile on his face, friend to all, and considered an excellent craftsman at his trade. Glad that I knew you, and your family . See you at future reunions on the other side.
Mike Archdale says
Enjoyed visiting with Bob. Everytime I drive by the Ukraine Heritage Center in Dickinson, ND I think of Bob
Barb Hirsch says
So sorry for your loss. We had some good times with Bob up at the lake when I catch a big fish then he wanted a picture of it and I think he took a picture with one of the boys one time with the big fish I caught and then he had the picture put on his wall and told everybody that he caught it. Yeah we had some fun times we used to go up to this place and they called it Sin City and it was so much fun Bob I’m really gonna miss you you take care and if you find Alvin up there, you guys better do some fishing
Nancy Fillafer says
May you rest in peace Bob. He was such a nice hard working man. When it came to parkers a nice cold one was a treat on a blistering day.
Judy Wolfe says
Tristin and Travis we are so sorry for your loss. Please Please know that we are thinking of you.
James Arneson says
I always enjoyed visiting with Bob “Dinger”. Always a smile and a friendly hello no matter what his day was like. May God comfort you now and always with the best of memories.
I send my deepest condolences to you and your families. I will miss seeing him in town. I am heartfelt for your loss.
Arvin Dalke & Dee Dalke says
So sorry to all the families of Bob. He was always full of joy when I grew up around his brothers and sister. God bless the family and he will rest in peace.
Cookie says
So sorry to hear about Bob, he was my cousin, and I have lots of memories growing up in Kinsey and going to grade school together. He was always a happy kid. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Cookie (Meidinger) Linsted and Doug.
Jim Altenhofen says
So long for now old friend
Leah Donovan says
So sad to hear about Bob, we grew up neighbors in Kinsey and he would babysit me and my sister on occasion. It was nice running into him from time to time in MC. Always a smile and a warm hug.
I hope you are at peace. God bless.
Leah Mann
Sandy Corey Olson says
Meidinger Family:
I just heard about Bob’s passing. Many good memories about Bob and all the Meidingers living next door to them in Kinsey! A great guy with a
huge smile and personality ! Always loved running into him he was always so happy to see you.
To Virginia, Richard, Gene, and Jerry I send my love and so sorry for your loss.
Sue Jens says
Tristin, Travis, & Family,
So sorry for your loss. I remember your Dad’s friendly personality & always a smile on his face. He always said hi & asked what you were up to. Know you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sue & Scott Jens Family
Burch and Linda Palmer says
See ya at the Alta in the Sky. Burch and Linda
Kimberly & Bruce Wilson says
Tristan & Travis, we are so sorry for this difficult time. He was such a fun Uncle, loved kids, always smiling. So glad I got to see him last summer, still smiling, great hugs. He will be so missed. Stay strong.
Dad, Virginia, Gene, & Jerry hold onto your wonderful memories, smile knowing he’s with your Mom & Dad smiling, laughing , and fishing in the sky
Love to you All
Cheers Uncle Bob. Thanks for all the fun, love you.
Linda Hodgson says
So sorry to see this. Bob was a good friend and classmate. RIP my friend. Prayers for the family.
John & Raelee Hollowell says
Travis and Tristin…we are so very sorry for your loss. Lifting you and your families up in prayer as you navigate the grief during this time. Praying for many memories and stories of the amazing life your dad lived and all the lives he touched to come your way…to bring joy and laughter to this tough time. Love and hugs!
Jim & Cathy Bastian says
Another good Kinsey person! He always was up for teasing and giving that famous smile!!
Butch and Julie Krutzfeldt says
Bob was a talented craftsman and did a lot of excellent work around Miles City. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Ray&Judy Sprandel says
Travis and Tristan we are so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed the times working with Bob Bob was always interested in how many bales of hay we put up and then at Parkers I found out we put up a lot more thank you Bob for all your good times will miss you. Ray & Judy Sprandel
Lana Sweeney says
Sending our love and support during this difficult time. Bob was such a wonderful, charming, special person and Bill and I loved him. We will remember him as one of the best and cherish the memories of our times together. Love you both, Lana (Tweet) & Bill
Bill Thompson says
So sorry to hear about Bob. Had a lot of fun times with him. My condolences to the family.
RIP Dinger
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Every time I ran into Bob, it was a big smile, a hi and a super bear hug. He will be missed. Sending my condolences to all of Bobs family.
Jim and Annalise Willson says
Richard we are sory to hear about Bob. Bob was a good friend always in a good mood when ever we saw him. Richard we drove many miles together for RJI. So hope to see you one of these days. REST IN PEACE Bob;
Jim and Annalise Willson
Beverly Haynes says
Tristen, Travis, and family!
So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. We were neighbors in the Aye Addition and enjoyed lots of good times together. Bob had a great laugh!
May God be with you and give you comfort in the sad loss of Bob.
Love, Bev Haynes
Sherry Stoltz says
So very sorry for the loss of your dad, Travis and Tristin💕and all of Bob’s family and many, many friends. Always happy and friendly. Made everyone he talked to feel like they were the most important person in the world ❤️hard worker and all around great person ❤️
Cookie says
Sorry to hear about BOb. Lots of memories of us growing up In Kinsey. He always had a smile. Our deepest sympathy. Cookie
Moore says
To Bobs families. Loved reading your dad’s obit. What a great life! Take care. Darryl and Linda.
Karen Morris says
With deepest sympathy. May you find comfort in your memories.
Chris says
I was one of the lucky ones who received many of Bobs recipes. Have made his salsa for many years now. Sympathies to the family. Rest in peace.
Sally Fitch Ness says
So very sorry for your loss. Bob you will be missed. Rest in peace.
Melva & Ed Curnan says
To the Meidinger family, we are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dora Huckins says
Blessings of comfort and love to Bob’s family as you celebrate the life of such a special guy! I will always remember his charismatic and humorous character with the most gorgeous eyes and smile!! It was nothing but fun and laughter when us cousins/families got together! Bob will be greatly missed!! Hug each other for me today!
Love to all, Dora
Alex Zander says
So sorry for your loss.
Sheri Hanson Parker says
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a good friend at Parkers and gave a lot of advice when things needed fixing around there. He was a good customer as well as friend. I loved visiting with Dinger and hearing the stories about all the dinners he helped cook over the years. He worked hard and enjoyed life! He will be missed
Marcia Vergine Wall says
Just found out that Bob passed away. I haven’t seen him since forever but will always remember the handsome boy with the great smile! Bob and I dated briefly when I went off to college and we lost touch because I didn’t go back to Miles City after that. He was a good person and always fun to be around. My heartfelt sympathy to his entire family. God Bless Bob and all his family.
Jackie Armstrong says
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Hugs to the family
Jack Hanson says
My condolences to the family. He was a warm and kind man. He will be missed!
Marv Brittenham says
Oh my Dinger! I have vivid memories of you driving that Vette of your brothers along with Gallup (it was a 2 seater) full out around the curves on cemetery road. We hung on for dear life but enjoyed every moment. Hope your chariot in heaven is a red and white vette. See you there buddy.
Debi Rapstad says
I’m so very sorry to hear about Bob. A true , good ol Miles City guy. Friendly and full of smiles. Blessings to all of you. It’s obvious by all of the comments that he made quite an impact!
Cecil Cain says
Bummer. Just heard and am so very sorry for the news. The great times of our youth are running though my thoughts and I am recalling all the rides and times we shared in all the vehicles. I particularly recall Bob and I lifting a VW bug off Ed on the Kinsey Road. Anyway, we always had our share of fun and I will forever enjoy the memories.
DOUG & Teri Zook says
We heard just today about Bob’s passing – very sad – he was a good guy and close friend during high school. Tristin & Trevor, as you can see from the many condolences here, your Dad was known and loved by many. He was a nice guy with a fun smile and kind personality.
Larry & Pam Certain says
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful guy who I had some great laughs with. I’ll never forget math class with him at Custer. You were a real kick Bob! I’ll bet Estelle. Linda, Paula and Linda A. will never forget us either. Your smile and laugh were infectious. Pam and I will never forget you. Rest well my friend, Larry and Pam. All our sympathies dear Meidinger family.