Robert (Bob) Henry Lindvig age 66 passed away June 25th at his home near Fallon after a short battle with liver cancer.
Bob was born in Sidney, Montana to William (Spike) and Katherine(Bethel) Taylor Lindvig on January 14th 1954. He was the 7th child of 7 children. He attended grade school and graduated from Terry High School in 1972. In 1977 he married Vicki (Siegle) in Fallon, Montana. Their son Kristian was born in 1978, daughter Sadie in 1983 and then unofficially adopted Heather Carter.
After graduating from high school Bob briefly attended a vo-tech school in Billings until his brother Ron called and needed help in his machine shop in California building race car motors so off to California he went. Then in 1975 his dad needed help back on the farm so he returned back home. Bob was always there for someone needing help. In 1985 his dad retired and Bob then took over the farm. In 2013 he retired from farming and that’s when he really developed his passion for being the “go to sound man” for Prairie County.
Bob wore many hats over the years: He was a drag racer, an auctioneer for local fund raisers, an announcer at bump and runs, demo derbies, tractor pulls, he was the voice at the Fallon Harvest Festival, he was an actor, singer, director and sound man for Parched Prairie Players for many years, a DJ, a baseball coach, a husband and dad, but the hat he was proudest to wear said “PaPa” on it. He was a member of PAL( Prairie Action League), Parched Prairie Players and a “Huge” member of Prairie County. He was the sound man for Terry Public Schools, the Prairie County Fair and the Fallon Harvest Festival for many, many years. He also loved playing music for people to dance to, so he started a DJ business. He never met a piece of sound equipment he didn’t buy…. Bob always had a smile and time to visit with anyone. He never met a stranger, he would have given you his last dime if he thought you needed it, he was always the 1st to show up when someone needed a helping hand and a cruel word never crossed his lips about anyone. Although farming was in his blood, he was in his element when he had a mic in his hand, or was making sure there were no echoes from the speakers, or there were no squeals from the mics, and making sure that anyone using a mic could be heard and that everyone who needed to be heard was heard. Nothing drove him more nuts then going somewhere and the sound system wasn’t working right.
Bob is survived by his wife Vicki (Siegle) of 42 years, son Kristian Lindvig (Krystal),daughters Sadie Bracken (Justin) and Heather Carter, grandchildren Kaylee Lindvig of Rapid City, SD, Kale Dunning and Kaison Lindvig of Miles City, MT, Kayden and Karson Bracken of Froid, MT, sister Georgann Reel(Allen) Beaverton Oregon, brother Steve Lindvig(Wanda) of Billings, Montana and many nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his brothers Ron and Bill Lindvig and sisters Jeanine Holmes and Elise Lindvig.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Prairie County Fairgrounds in Terry, MT. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
“Life is short, live it. Love is rare, grab it. Anger is bad, dump it. Fear is awful, face it. Memories are sweet, cherish them”.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m.
Thursday August 13, 2020
Prairie County Fairgrounds
31 Fairgrounds Road
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m.
Thursday August 13, 2020
Prairie County Fairgrounds
31 Fairgrounds Road
Terry, Montana 59349
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Sue Kirkpatrick Cranford says
Vicki and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was such a great guy. Hugs and prayers go out to you.
Sharla Sackman says
We are so sorry to lose Bob. He was so generous and cared so much about our community. We will miss him! Our prayers are with you all.
Richard Scheetz says
Oh my! Such a loss to the family and the community. I always enjoyed visiting/harassing’, Bob. He will be greatly missed.
Kelly and Dulcy Hubbert says
So very sorry. RIP, Bob! Kelly and Dulcy Dukart (Hubbert)
Dora Meidinger-Huckins says
My heart spills over in sadness for you and your family!
God chose a fine farmer and family man for reasons beyond our understanding, but we do know that Bob is now in His grace…
Prayers with love, hope, and faith through the days to follow!
❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️
Ruth & Richard Peck says
We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Arlen and Alice Miller says
We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing , Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family,He will be missed in our community
Linda Bruski says
There are just no words…we will miss Bob’s sense of humor, his laugh… and that great smile. He was a true gentleman who gave so much to the community. He will be missed!
Cheryl Neal says
Prayers for all of his extended family. He was a great guy that will be sorely missed in the community.
DeLynn and Angie Meidinger says
We were so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. What a loss of such a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
DeLynn and Angie Meidinger
Sherry and Arvid Corneliusen says
So sorry to hear. Hugs and prayers to all. Cherish the memories!
Carolyn Kimball says
Thinking of all Bob’s family at this most difficult time. Sorry for your loss.
Del, Betsy, Jessica, and Del says
Sorry to hear about Bob. Great guy. You are in our thoughts.
Janet Klein says
Vicki…my heart is hurting for you and your family at this time. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers..Janet Buraas Klein
Ronwatts says
Love ya Hank!!
Mark Sweeney says
One of my most favorite people that I have had the pleasure to call my friend. Bob Lindvig was a hard working farmer who allowed me the pleasure of walking his corn fields and river banks while hunting pheasant with my friends and dogs for almost 40 years. That is a lot of peanuts and beers in his shop talking about the topic of the day. Every year I made the trek, every fall with over five dog across those years. Bob was a big man with a kind heart and quick laugh. He tilled the soil in the spring, irrigated in the hot summer and harvested in the fall, he was a man of the earth, a farmer.
The memories of those times in the shop are as important to me as the cackling of a flushed rooster pheasant over the icy Yellowstone River. My dear friend you will indeed be missed as the days turn short and cool this October and a tear will come to my eye remembering days gone by. Rest easy my friend. Vicki, Kristian and Sadie you have had a tough couple of years and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marty and Jeanette O'Dea says
Vicki and family, our deepest sympathy at your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Bob
Jim & Marj Anderson says
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. The community has lost a great man. Always enjoyed his wit and smile.
Lon and Vicki Reukauf says
Vicki and Family, Our hearts are so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. I have so many good memories of directing high school plays with Bob, and his sharing his expertise with sound and lighting was invaluable. He was so full of life, and his chuckle always made any situation better. A beacon of light for our schools and community, he will always be remembered as someone who left the world better than he found it. May God comfort you and your family with peace beyond all understanding.
Nancy Pasha says
Kristian, so sorry for the loss of your Dad! I met your Dad when you were in the hospital. He was a very nice man. Prayers for you and Crystal and all your family.
Nancy
Stan Pehl says
To Vicki and family, we are very sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. I didn’t know him well but I know that he was valued and loved by you and the community. We are thinking of you and wish you well. Best Regards
Dave Steinbeisser says
Sorry to hear about Bob. I knew the family well when they lived in Sidney years ago. As kids we all had a great time as our families would visit each other. I bumped into Spike at the sale barn in Sidney many times later on in life. My condolences to Bob’s family.
Lisa and Dale Kimmet says
Cannot imagine Prairie County without Bob…..his huge heart, generosity and quiet wisdom will be missed. We had many good times with Bob over the years; lots of laughs, lots of music. Sending our love to Vick, Heather, Kristian and family, and Sadie and family.
Marci Fox says
I am so sorry for your loss. He had a kind heart, beautiful spirit and compassion for others. He loved to help out in the community wherever he could. He definitely was the sound guy for Prairie County. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Paul and Dorothy Sturlaugson says
Vicki, So very sorry for you and your family. We have such fun memories of Bob when he DJ’d our daughter’s wedding all those years ago. God bless all of you.
Kolleen (Waldo) Forsyth says
Sad to hear of Bob’s passing. I have such fond memories of growing up times spent with Bob & my Waldo cousins when we’d come to visit out on Crackerbox Route. We were the same age and had such fun!
Sympathies to Bob’s wife and family.
Chelsea & Reata says
Bob was such a caring and friendly man! Reata still remembers him bringing that kitty over to her after she lost her previous kitty. He had such a big heart and will be greatly missed! Sending prayers and love.
Barb smalis says
This is heartbreaking! We pray for you all during this difficult time of Bob’s passing. RIP!
Pete Stanton says
Bob was a great man and friend. A calming presence with a huge heart and great sense of humor. A fixture of Prairie County. My condolences to you all on your loss of a great husband, father, and grandfather. God Bless you all.
Lois Weber says
Dearest Vickie and family. We are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. We were so blessed to be a part of your church family when Dave was on his vicarage at your church in 1978. We have many fond memories of you and Bob and singing with his group.
We pray God will bring you peace and comfort at this time of loss.
Lois and Dave Weber
Tim and Teri Taylor says
Vickie and Family, We pray for peace and grace to a man who lived a great life that ended too quickly. We extend to you our sincerest sympathies and prayers of comfort.
Jack & Kathy Nicholson says
Vickie & family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Jack & Kathy Nicholson
Delite says
What about “BOB”? He was an inspiration to a lot of people and filled a lot of shoes in Prairie County and surrounding area. He will be missed and hopefully he’s having a great visit with Darren right now.
Luver says
My condolences to the Lindvig family.The first “BOB” I met was chopper Bob.I hauled silage away from his chopper we had many good laughs.The next “BOB” I meet was gator bob we worked together at the farmers union and Bob ran the terragator.Had many good times and laughs together he will greatly be missed. Luver and Molly
Marty and Jeanette O'Dea says
Vicki and family, our deepest sympathy at your loss,you are in our thoughts and prayers
Sandie Waldo Viall says
A neighbor, a bus buddy, a friend. So many memories! My sympathies to you and your family Vickie. Bob (or Bobby,as I always called him) will truly be missed!
Judy sprandel says
God Bless you all. So sorry for your loss. Judy and Ray Sprandel
Dave Bandwin says
So long ago I think I may have flagged fields for the Lingvigs. Dad would fly us to the fields then retrieve us so meeting customers was rare in those days.
Much later I remembered that voice at the outings we attended around Fallon and Terry, always a true entertainer he made the outings always more fun. He was a good man….
Blessings to all the family in this time
Terry Knapp says
Bob..My friend since 1964 , when we went to 5th and 6th Grade at Catholic School in Glendive. We rode the bus and always walked home together. Together we joined the Zion Lutheran Boy Scout Troop. The meetings were across the street from your home, and all the Scout Campouts we attended. I will always remember eating more suppers at your home during that time, than at my Home. After school we would do crazy stuff, skateboard down the Church sidewalk, Watch The Munsters etc.. Then when your family moved to Fallon, I would stay a week at a time at your Farm, where you taught me the love of Motorcycles! Bob, I will never forget ya, always a Friend, always treasure our time and memories we shared together. Hope to cya someday up in the sky ok..May God Bless: Terry Knapp/Glendive