Robert “Willie” Williams, a longtime resident of Miles City, MT, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025. He was born in Monroe, WI, and spent his childhood in Blanchardville, WI, where he earned the nickname “Willie” among friends and classmates.
Bob’s early years were spent in Blanchardville, where his father worked as a country cheesemaker. Until the age of eight, Bob and his whole family lived in the upstairs quarters of the Sawmill Cheese Factory. In 1985, he moved to Miles City, MT, where he built a life working in seismographing for oil exploration, as well as at Roundup Powder and Evergreen Landscaping.
A history enthusiast and avid reader, Bob had a deep passion for learning. He was a dedicated fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers. He enjoyed rock hounding, spending time with friends, and exploring the natural beauty of Montana. One of his favorite pastimes was gathering with friends along the Yellowstone River in Miles City.
Bob will be remembered for his kind heart, love of history, and adventurous spirit. His family and friends will cherish the memories of his humor, warmth, and enduring friendships.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Lillian Williams, as well as his brothers, Gene and Eddie Williams.
He is survived by his sister, Julie Muniz (Curt Kohlhoff) of Watertown, WI; his brother, Tim Williams of Colorado Springs, CO; sister-in-law, Kathy Williams; niece, Angie Williams (husband Dan Rose); nephew, Luke Williams (wife Claire); and great-nephew, Jackson, all of Denver, CO.
A Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025, with Family Receiving Friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Open sharing is welcomed from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Robert’s name to Tim Williams, 4362 Susie View, Colorado Springs, CO 80917. All donations will be used for a Memorial Bench which will be placed at Spotted Eagle Lake in Miles City.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday March 29, 2025
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday March 29, 2025
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main St.
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Todd Kurschner says
Bob has always had a special talent, putting a smile on our face, it has been many years since I have seen him but your kind eyes and smile are imprinted in my memories, until we meet again, your cousin Todd
Linda Walker says
You were a wonderful guy Willy, and it was so nice to know you, and call you my friend.
Marvin and Lynne Brush says
Willie you will be missed.
Deb Jerrel says
Willie.. no more back and forth about our football teams. No more heckling you about your Packers. I’m going to miss running into you at the gas station but know this, you will always be my favorite cheesehead.💔💚💛
Ronald says
you and Rog can talk baseball for all eternity– RIP my friend till I join you two in the club house
Marvin and Lynne Brush says
Willy was a great guy, and will be missed.
Jan Ronning says
A sad farewell to a sweet and gentle soul that kept us all laughing. A man who worked and played hard, living life all the way. Someone who will always hold a special place in my heart as a loyal friend. Your light shines on Willie. Go Green Bay. Love always, Blondie
Ron Wickline says
you and Rog can talk baseball for all eternity and I’ll join you in the clubhouse at a later date
Leif says
I’m really going to miss going down to the river for a beer and s bowl with Willie. Rest in peace . go pack. Leif
Darryl and Linda says
Willy was a one of a kind with one of the most reconizable voices. We will miss seeing your happy face and smile.
Joseph H Jerrel says
RIP Willie.
Renae Meade says
Oh, Willie, you will be missed! I will miss watching you bristle up when I would see you and yell ” Packers Suck”! You would turn around to see me and then laugh because I don’t watch football. I have a lot of great memories of Sundays at the river, safely meetings at Evergreen, the Trails Inn and the whole crew at Larry’s. The whole crew is gone now. Rest in peace Willie, I am glad I got to know you. Tell the crew hello.
mark nielsen says
Rest now buddy, you were one of the hardest workers I knew, Work hard Played hard, Go Packers, and say hi to the boys up there. were damn sure running out of friends to have a cold one with around here, Tell Rodger hi.
Vicki Rupnow Meyer says
Willy, I enjoyed our neighborhood friendship so much growing up. Many days and nights playing football, kick the can, and just hanging out. We all had such great times together! Sending hugs to Tim and Julie.
Vicki Rupnow Meyer
Jeff Moen says
Willie was one of the best
Angie Williams says
You’ll be missed Uncle Bob! Thanks for all the great memories going to sports games, picking up cheese to drive back to Montana with, and talking sports and history. Love you!
Luke Williams says
Uncle Bob,
Thank you for all the fun memories and we had talking about sports and going to the packer game.
Love you.
Luke, Claire, & Jackson