Robert J. Leidholt, age 92, of Miles City passed away July 11, 2013 at Holy Rosary Healthcare.
Robert was born December 3, 1920 at Loyalton, SD to Karl and Rosina Bauer Leidholt. He moved to Crow Rock Community in Montana when he was 9 years old. He was educated in the rural school of Wason Flats north of Miles City.
Robert entered the Army on July 8, 1942 and served with the 727th Army Railroad Battalion until September 8, 1945. He served with the campaigns in Sicily, Naples, Goffia, Rome, Arno-Rhineland, Central Europe and Tunisia. The 727th was famous for supporting General George Patton’s Sicily campaign. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal with the Bronze Service Arrowhead, European-Africa-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Army Occupation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, and Armed Forces Honorable Service Medal.
On May 10, 1946, Robert married Kathryn Herauf in Miles City, MT. He worked for the Milwaukee Railroad for 17 years and the City of Miles City for 25 years, retiring as Water Plant Superintendent. One of his greatest satisfactions was being the first superintendent of the new water plant and having one of the cleanest plants in the state of Montana.
Robert loved keeping busy with his shop and building things for his children’s activities, such as a basketball court, baseball diamond and ice rink. Of course, Robert was the ninth player on the baseball team with his 8 boys.
Surviving are his wife, Kathryn and eight sons and their families: Deane of Aiea, Hawaii and his children Joel and Jason; Dione of Great Falls and his children: Lurene, Lauren and Brandi; Duane of Miles City and his children: Natasha, Dustin, Derek, Savanah, and Dan; Denis (Rhonda) of Miles City and their children: Kylee, Koby and Kyrtlie; Darvin of Miles City; Daniel of Miles City and his son Shawn; Douglas of Miles City; Daren (Dawn) of Miles City and their children: Logan, Garrett, Charli and Chappy; his three brothers: Eugene (Jean) Leidholt of Miles City, Philip (Beverly) of Miles City and James (Jessie) Leidholt of Miles City and two sisters: Violet (John) Howe of Miles City and Alma Hartman of Kalispell and nine great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers: Leonard, Julius, Edwin and Adolph; and sisters: Martha, Tillie and Peggy.
A Vigil service will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at the chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery with full military honors provided by VFW Post 1579.
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Miles City has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com. Should friends desire, memorials may be made in Robert’s honor to the Sacred Heart School. Robert’s family wishes to express their gratitude to the nurses and aides of Holy Rosary Extended Care for the loving care given to him for the past five years. Mach’s gut (take care) Dad!
Service Schedule
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 17, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Mt 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 18, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Thursday July 18, 2013
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Vigil Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 17, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Mt 59301
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 18, 2013
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Thursday July 18, 2013
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
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Diane Welbes says
So sorry to hear of Roberts passing–you all will be in my thoughts and prayers
George & Peggy Kurkowski says
Peg and I offer our condolences to the family. Bob certainly leaves a legacy as being the best water plant Superintendent Miles City ever had. During my tenure as Mayor, I could not have asked for a more dedicated, honest and faithful employee. The City never had any reason for concern when Bob was in charge. Under his supervison the groundwork for the modern water plant was laid. He always made certain that things operated correctly. He will be sorely missed.
Samantha Leidholt says
My prayers are with the entire Leidholt family as they lost an incredible man.
Denise Harvey says
My sincerest condolences for the family of a man who has given our community a wonderful legacy in his family!
Jim Brady says
I am truly sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. My condolences to his family in this great loss. I had the opportunity to know Bob, not only as the parent of my classmates, but to work with him on the City crew. Bob taught us a great deal including how to do the job once and do the job right. He was a Master of many crafts and made perfection the only goal. He will be missed.
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH says
THE PRAYERS OF OUR CHURCH FAMILY GO OUT TO THE LEIDHOLT FAMILY.
MAY GOD GRANT THEM PEACE, STRENGTH AND FORTITUDE AT THIS VERY SAD TIME.
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Robert J. Leidholt – I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in many beautiful memories of Mr. Leidholt at this difficult time. The Bible gives us hope that soon the Creator will end all suffering, pain, and death. (Revelation 21:4) Also we have the hope of being with our loved ones when they are resurrected (John 5:28-29). The promise of Paradise, the perfect conditions God originally intended for mankind in the Garden of Eden will be fulfilled including God’s “will being done as in Heaven also up on Earth” (Matt 6:9, 10). Please take the opportunity to continue to learn about the many comforting promises in the Bible. (John 17:3).
Ruben and June Opp says
Kathy,Darvin and all the Leidholt family We are so sorry to hear about your husband and fathers passing. We know he will be greatly missed. We uphold you all in our prayers during this time and the days ahead. May God bless and comfort you all.
Ruben and June Opp
B. Dean Holmes says
I am one lucky person to have worked with Bob. Totally dedicated to “his”r water plant. Your family has lost a wonderful person. My prayers are with you.
KEITH AND DEBBIE (EMMIL) HEROLD says
AUNT KATHRYN AND FAMILY,
Sorry for your loss. May gods loving arms wrap around you and comfort you during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Denis, Rhonda, Kylee, Koby, Kyrtlie, Logan, and Garrett,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your dear dad and grandpa. He was such an inspirational person with his service to our country, the raising of a large family, and his work ethic. May the Holy Spirit, the Divine Comforter, fortify you with strength, peace, and comfort during this difficult time. We are keeping you close in thought and prayer as you gather with family to celebrate his life, share memories, and lay him to rest.
With loving sympathy,
Dan, Kim, Kasey, and Kyle Stanton
Patti (Green) Ireland says
Kathryn, I extend my sympathies to you at the passing of your dear husband. Whenever I come to Montana to visit my parents at Extended Care, I always see you faithfully spending time with your sweetheart. I pray that the Lord will wrap His arms around you and give you comfort.
Sandi and Jim Updyke says
Duane, and the entire Leidholt family; Jim and I wish to express how very saddened we are at the passing of your father. May your many happy memories alway stay near to your heart and help you through this sad time in your lives. It is never easy to let go of a loved one, but just know, they are now in God’s hands.
Gallagher's Restaurant says
Dan and the crew wish to extend our deepest sympathy at the passing of your dear Father , Husband and Grandfather. Keep your happy memories alive and know you are in our thoughts and prayers . God bless you all.
Deacon Bob & Josie Stockert says
Kathryn and family,
We are sending our sympathy on your loss of Bob. Always hard to lose a loved one. My mother, Kathryn Heck and my Aunt Magdalene Knopik along with my sister Rita and Bob and I so enjoyed your Anniversary celebration which I believe may have been your 50th at the time. Now my Mother and my Aunt are greeting your Bob into the eternal world of Heaven, another celebration to share. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Maureen O'Reilly says
Kathryn and family – I just returned from vacation and learned of Bob’s passing. I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. He is a man that all of you can be proud of.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Dan and Shawn,
We’ve been thinking of you both during the last week (and all of your family) as you’ve gathered together to celebrate your dad’s life and yet mourn his passing. Dan~you have certainly inherited and emulated your dad’s amazing work ethic and I am sure that is something you’ve passed along to Shawn. He was such a great example of what’s important in life! We are sending you both prayers and positive thoughts during the coming days. With deepest sympathy,
Dan, Kim, Kasey, and Kyle Stanton
Sheila Kale says
Sorry for your loss.