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Rodger (Roddy) Reuther passed away after bravely battling many health issues
He was born in Terry MT to Magdalena (Strobel) and Herbert Reuther. He lived his childhood on the Fallon Flat. He attended grades 1-5 in Marsh, 6-8 in Fallon, and 9-12 at Terry High School.
During his childhood he contracted polio and thanks to his mother, who took great care of him, he did not have any noticeable side effects.
He married Bev Rein on August 6th, 1965 at the Congregational Church in Fallon. They made their home on the CB Route unit the late fall of 1966, when they moved to the Fallon Flat after the death of his dad. At that time, they took over the operation of the family farm. He took great pride in making every branding in the Cabin Creek area until moving to Terry. Bev and Roddy worked side-by-side for 20 years’ operating the farm and ranch. While also living on the farm he was an active 4-H leader. During that time, they had two daughters: Suzanne in 1966 and Deidra in 1968. In 1986, Bev and Roddy moved to Terry and he started his career at Farmers Union Oil working in agronomy and eventually moving to the bulk delivery fuel driver. After having to retire early due to a back injury and back surgery, he started mowing lawns for many Terry residents, the church, and Bad Route rest area. Other jobs after retiring included helping Stevenson’s and Sons Funeral Home with visitations, cleaning the courthouse and the church with Bev. Roddy worked during beet harvest running the piler and helped drive sileage truck for the Tibbetts family during corn chopping.
His favorite job after retiring was operating the mosquito truck for the Town of Terry; he took great pride in that job. Roddy was active in the Terry Presbyterian Church.
Some of his favorite activities were bowling, getting together with the class of 1963, feeding his beloved dogs, and making sure his lawn was manicured properly. Roddy also enjoyed camping and fishing at Boulder River, Fort Peck, Holter Lake, Yellowstone River, and Shadehill. Strobel family reunions were a huge highlight of his life. Before his health declined, he loved to decorate his yard for Christmas.
Roddy had a one and only grandchild, Samantha Reuther who was the apple of his eye. He enjoyed teasing her and making her cry. He enjoyed coming to all of her sporting events and activities that she participated in throughout her high school years. He texted her every morning “Good morning sunshine. What are you doing today?” Sam and her grandpa had an agreement that if she got all A’s she would get $50. All he wanted was to see her finish college. He was granted his final wish since she finished college a week before his passing.
Roddy also had a great relationship with his nephew Pete Rein. Both enjoyed teasing the other! Roddy enjoyed when Pete and Doug would take him hunting and fishing. Two weeks before he passed away, Roddy enjoyed one last fishing trip with Doug.
Roddy is survived by his daughters Suzie Reuther, Diedra (David) Johnson; granddaughter Samantha (Sam) Reuther; sister Donna (Glenn) Kuehn; niece Tara Kuehn (Patrick) Risner; cousin Gary Lierman; many Strobel cousins; sister-in-law Marilyn (Elmer) Frank; and brother-in-law Doug (Caryn) Rein. Roddy was preceded in death by the love of his life Bev Reuther and his parents.
If it wasn’t for bad luck Roddy would have no luck at all! And he never complained!
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
2:00 PM
Saturday June 12, 2021
Double Burial with Bev
Prairie County Cemetery
Terry, MT 59349
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
2:00 PM
Saturday June 12, 2021
Double Burial with Bev
Prairie County Cemetery
Terry, MT 59349
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Richard Scheetz says
I enjoyed visiting with Roddy at coffee. I will miss seeing him. RIP
Ruth & Richard Peck says
We were so saddened to hear about Roddy. I am so glad I was able to see Roddy not too long ago. He always made us laugh and put a smile on our faces. Bev and Roddy were such wonderful people and we feel blessed to have called them friends. My heart aches for your family and the loss you have endured this year.
Shelley Schultz Steyh says
Sending you prayers and hugs.
Burt, Monique, Kael, and Isis Keltner says
From 4-H to high school sporting events to brandings to every community event you could think of, Roddy was there with support and genuine help. Our County is so very lucky to have him as a part of it. Tell Bev “Hi” for us, Roddy!
Barb Smalis says
Roddy and Bev were two of my very favorite people. They both had the gift of making every one feel better by just be able to see and visit with them. RIP Roddy as you are again with your beloved Bev. Prayers for the family as you heal your hearts.
Delite Dukart says
Thinking of the entire family. Roddy & Bev were awesome people and I just loved being around both of them.
Delphine Coon says
I am so sorry to hear about Roddy’s passing. Prayers
Becky (Chouinard) Tipton says
I’m so sorry for your loss! Thank you for sharing your Dad with others.
Cherish your Memories and Hold them Close they will help get you through the difficult days ahead.
Tim and Diane Ehman says
I so enjoyed Roddy while working at Farmer’s Union. Roddy and Bev welcomed us to Teryy last year with a visit and some of her wonderful caramel rolls!
Stephen Rein says
I enjoyed being around Roddy. Loved to visit and ride horse. I helped work his fields when he had the accident with the tractor. Enjoyed hunting with Roddy, my Dad, and Uncle Doug. I woke up early one morning, looking south across the river, you couls see flames from a fire. Then Dad got a call, that it was Roddy and Bev’s Barn burning. I even was lucky to help pour concrete floor in his Quonset. We enjoyed Christmas at their house on the Flats. They had a very good hill to tobbogan off of. I got in on the adventure of helpping Roddy move Suzie to Hettinger. That was my first trip cross country to Plevna. I enjoyed many family gatherings. I am saddened I cannot cross the border, to be there. I am thankful Lezlie and I stopped by the park in Terry, on our way back to Alberta. Rest in Peace Uncle Roddy.
Deena Dukart Verworn says
So very sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of both Roddy and Bev from growing up in Fallon. Gods blessing to all of you…
Pamela Strobel Bilyeu says
RIP dear cousin/brother. Spent so many special times growing up with Roddy and Donna Faye as older special cousins.
Hug Bev for all of us.
Praying for your 3 girls as they deal with the pain if loss.
Cora Burtchett(Scholl) says
My prayers are with all of you. May you find Peace in knowing that others care too. And that they are both Angles watching over all of us.🙏🤗💔
Cora Burtchett(Scholl) says
May you find Peace in knowing that others care too. 🙏💔
Candy Weber says
How do you put 65 years of friendship in one short paragraph? Roddy and Bev were such good friends. We didn’t get to see each other very often anymore, but I have such good memories! They were the best of friends, kind, generous and so much fun! It will be hard to drive East and not be able to stop and visit. My greatest consolation is that they have no more pain or oxygen tanks. I firmly believe that they are happy to be together again. I will certainly miss them. It’s comforting to know we will meet again someday.
Reed and Sandra Reyman says
We will miss Roddy as much as we miss Bev. God Bless.
Aletta Shannon says
Had many good times with Rod and Bev. Sorry for your loss. Thinking of all his family.
Jean Trask Brown says
Reuther Girls,
So sorry to hear of Roddy,s passing, but I bet he and Bev are sitting on a bank fishing. I don’t think I have ever met two happier people, always with a smile on their face. Heaven is a happier place with them in it…
Josie lawson says
JOSIE LAWSON SAYS
I ONLY GOT KNOW TO BEV AND RODDY AFEW YEARS.WE LIVED IN TERRY 7 YEARS BUT THEY CAME TO BE MY VERY BEST FRIENDS. I WAS ABLE TO GO BACK AND SEE THEM 3 YEARS AGO.WE HAD A GREAT TIME. WILL MISS THEM DEARLY.MY HEART GOES OUT TO DIEDE SAM AND SUZIE.THEY ARE TOGETHER NOW and happy.
Irene Pfeifle Nelson says
I was so sorry to read that Roddy passed away. My mom who was Almeda Schmidt Pfeifle was a cousin of his dad and a good friend of Max. May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time.
Del Kranzler says
I first knew Roddy in 4H and liked their loom. He also helped us brand, on the way back to pasture horses, he wanted to race. I told him my mare he was on loved to race and would probably would outrun my horse. When we strted Roddy had several lengs head start, with a little urging mine passed later in the race. Years later he delivered ammonia where I was working in a field.
I did enjoy seeing them at their home a few times. Rest in peace Roddy and Bev.
Candyce Weber (Candy) says
I was so saddened to hear of Roddy’s passing, but not too surprised. Roddy and Bev were such a wonderful couple, it was hard to think of one without the other. My family got to see them usually about once a year. After my husband was gone, I saw them as often as I could get to Terry. There is going to be a big empty space at our next high school reunion. Thank heavens for pictures and memories. I like to think they are young and together again.