Surrounded by friends and family, Robert “Bob” Hinnaland of Circle, Montana passed away peacefully at the McCone County Health Center after succumbing to his battle with leukemia. Bob was 77 years old.
Bob was born in Terry, Montana on June 14th, 1939 to Daniel and Gertrude Hinnaland. He was the second of seven children. Bob grew up on the family ranch near Coal Creek in western McCone County. Given the remoteness of the location, Bob’s brothers and sisters were his primary friends and playmates during those years until he began his schooling at the nearby country school. There he met many lifelong friends as the school was relocated from time to time to accommodate all of the school age children in the area. He attended high school in Circle, sometimes staying at the school dormitory, the Quick’s house, or the Meissner’s house so he could play football and attend all local (or not so local) events.
On January 16, 1961, Bob married Mary Alice Hart. Being as unprepared as all young couples are, they decided to start a family of their own. Their first son David was born on October 3rd, 1961, followed by their second son Wayne who was born on September 20th, 1965.
Bob worked very hard to support his new family. He spent one summer working road construction building Highway 24 from the Flowing Wells to Glasgow. Most of his time was spent farming and ranching with his parents. In 1962, Bob bought his first truck from a friend in Jordan. As the years went by, the workload continued, his sons grew into adults and Bob introduced them to the way of life in which he knew best: trucking, ranching, and farming.
Bob enjoyed going on fishing trips with his brother Todd, travelling to different rodeos in the region, and working with his family on the ranch and with the trucks. Bob was known by many people over a large area to have a contagious smile, a warm laugh and a heart full of love. Even after a 35 year battle with heart problems, Bob’s heart was still as full of love for his family and friends as it had ever been.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Jill Beecher and many good friends from school and work. Bob is survived by his wife of 56 years Mary Alice, along with his two sons: David (Ruth) Hinnaland, their family Cole (Kendra) Hinnaland with Kaelynn, Carmen (Alex) Schillinger, and Courtney Hinnaland; Wayne (Sheena) Hinnaland, their family Tandi (Brian) Kassner with Adisyn, Tripp, Kruiz and Aybrie, and Austin (Sunny) Haynie with Allden and Attley. He is also survived by his brothers Todd of Terry, MT and Jack of Brockway, MT; and his sisters Kay Wolff and Dana Wahl of Circle, MT and Mary Pederson of Glendive, MT.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 24th, 2017 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Circle. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 25th, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle. Interment will follow at the Riverview Cemetery in Circle. Bob’s family is hosting a gathering at the Brockway Supper Club immediately following the interment where food and refreshments will be served. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Circle is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday February 24, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
702 Lehman Ave
Circle, MT
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Friday February 24, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
702 Lehman Ave
Circle , MT
Funeral Service
4:00 p.m.
Saturday February 25, 2017
First Lutheran Church
1200 Ave. C
Circle , MT
Service Schedule
Visitation
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday February 24, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
702 Lehman Ave
Circle, MT
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Friday February 24, 2017
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
702 Lehman Ave
Circle , MT
Funeral Service
4:00 p.m.
Saturday February 25, 2017
First Lutheran Church
1200 Ave. C
Circle , MT
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jenny frady says
So Sorry for your loss , I will miss him , may his soul rest in peace
Jim and Ann Willson says
Jack and family of Bob we are so sorry for your loss. May Bob rest in peace. It has been a while since we used to Wild Horse race together!! Your old friend Jim and Ann Willson
Mitzi Beecher says
Prayers to the family thinking of everyone god bless you all
KAREN CARLISLE says
Mary Alice Dave Wayne & Family:
So terribly sorry to hear of Bob’s illness and passing. When I think of Uncle Bob, I remember his chuckle and laughter. I pray you will find comfort in knowing his suffering is over. He was a kind and gentle soul. Much love, Karen Hart Carlisle.
Clay & Karen Taylor & Family & Thomas Family says
So VERY SORRY to hear of Bob’s passing. Prayers and best wishes to ALL Family and Friends.
Cheryl Stevenson says
So sorry for loss of a wonderful man, husband an father. Loved hanging out in Circle while growing up! Prayers to his family an friends!
Todd Hart says
Aunt Mary, Dave,Wayne, and families. Please know that Uncle Bob is in a better place now. Yes he will truly be missed by us all. He was a wonderful man; one of the hardest working and gentle men I have known. The community of Circle has lost a great patron. Please know I pray for you all during this very difficult time. Find strength in the Lord and God bless you all.
Janet Hansen Beery says
Loved Bob’s smile & laugh! He was such a kind man. Again…heaven received another ‘AWESOME’ angel! He will be missed. Thoughts & prayers to Mary Alice, Dave & Ruth, & Wayne & Sheena and families.
Tanya Marchion says
Mary Alice, Dave and Wayne and families.
So sorry for your loss. Heaven has received another Brockway angel.
Tanya (Loudon) Marchion
Dave and Mary Jensen says
Mary Alice and families, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hold onto the wonderful memories.
Harvey & Trudy Kirkegard says
Mary Alice, Dave and Wayne and families:
So very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing…he was a wonderful man, with a great smile and
personality to go with it. Our sincere condolences to your family and may God bless you!
Roxy Kasten Musser says
To the Hanna land Family,
Please accept my condolences on the lose of your loved one. Many prayers being sent. 11
Roxy Kasten Musser says
To the Hinnaland Family,
Please accept my condolences on the lose of your loved one. Many prayers being sent.
Melissa Stroh Franklin says
Mary Alice and families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hold onto the wonderful memories.
Patsy & Harvey Kuntz says
Mary Alice and boys, so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, sorry we aren’t in Mt. Right now, please accept our sympathy. Bob was a great person enjoyed visiting him when we were home. Harvey & Patsy Kuntz
susan duzik says
Iam SO sorry to hear of this huge loss to his family, friends & community! Prayers going up to all ~ ( I owned the old Harry Jensen place back a while ago now,) but proud to say I knew him & so many of the family~
Mary Kasten Grube says
To Bob’s family: So sorry for your loss. May God’s grace surround you and many good memories sustain you.
Greg and Noreen Berger says
To the families of Bob, our heartfelt condolences go out to you all during this difficult time. Bob was always one with a smile and some quick whit. I remember him always being an avid sports fan if he wasn’t watching his kids play, it was his grandkids. He was a good man and will be missed by many. He touched a lot of lives in this part of the country. God Bless you all.
Judy Nielsen says
Mary Alice and family.
You may not remember me, I was formerly Judy Nielsen. I am so sorry for your loss. It is hard to lose and spouse and parent. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob is looking down and smiling.
Calvin Hogan says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Cal Hogan & Family
Kathy (Helm) Bowers says
So sorry Dave and Ruth! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both.
Dora Meidinger-Huckins says
Dear Mary Alice and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve heard many stories from Todd and wished that I had known you all in those younger years. Bob will be missed dearly…
Garry Johnson says
Mary Alice & Family,
I’m sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was always so friendly and no matter how busy he was, he always found the time say hi and visit. Finding a person that genuine is hard now days, but Bob was one of a kind. My condolences.
Cindy Stanton says
Mary Alice, Wayne, Dave & families, I’m so sorry for your loss of Bob. What a really great man. I loved his laugh, smile and general optimistic attitude. He will be missed.
I pray for your comfort and peace during this most difficult time.
Mearl DeTienne says
Sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, May He rest in peace. Mearl DeTienne Billings MT>
Joanne K Richardson says
Dave, Ruth and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May time bring healing and comfort to your family. Cherish all the good memories. Will keep you in prayer.
Denise Strand Stambaugh says
Mary Alice and families,
May God bring you comfort and peace as you go through this difficult time and the days ahead. Prayers!
Rose and Jim Bryan says
So sorry for your lose. Bob was a great guy and his smile and kindness will be missed by all that knew him. Thinking of all the family and wishing comfort to all.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
David, Ruth and family: We were deeply saddened to learn of your father’s passing. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Debbie (Bond) Wagner says
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you on the loss of Bob. From the family of Dale & Ruth Bond
Laura Dreyer Bleazard says
Mary Alice and family,
It’s hard to imagine the ranch and rodeos without Bob. Mom and Dad always thought so much of you and Bob and I grew up with Hinnalands as neighbors and Bob as a fixture in the community. Ross and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.