Stanley Bredeson, a long-time resident of Miles City, passed away after a brief illness on April 13, 2016. Stan was surrounded by family members at the time of his passing. Stanley was 80 years old.
Stanley was born on the family farm close to Nekoma, North Dakota, on February 23, 1936. He was the third child of Myrtle Bakken and Alvin Bredeson. After high school he worked for the Soo Line Railroad as a depot agent. On July 18, 1960, he married Marlene “Molly” Domres in Langdon, North Dakota. Stanley served his country in the Army as a radio dispatcher during the Korean conflict. On his return, he attended and played basketball for Lake Region Junior College at the age of 29. His teammates called him Gramps, which was a name that later his grandkids used fondly. He went on to earn a degree in accounting at the University of North Dakota and was a proud alumni of the Fighting Sioux.
Stan’s long career included work as an accountant, a Pinkerton Man, surveyor, farmer, and a parts hauler. Stan was an accomplished gardener, and enjoyed working in his yard and out at the family garden on the Tongue River.
As tough as he was understated, Stan will be remembered for his warm smile, easy conversational style, endless teasing and good humor. Always an athlete and enthusiastic sports fan, Stan was an avid supporter of his kids’ and grandkids’ teams and events, and attended hundreds of games over the years.
The Bucking Horse Sale will not be the same without his insight and knowledge of the racing form or scouting the ponies. He never missed a parade in 38 years of living in Miles City. He mentored many friends and family members and we were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from Stan. He often said he preferred the company of children and animals. Stan was always up for a game of cribbage and a cold beverage. Additionally, he was a member of the American Legion.
Stanley was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Molly, his son, Bradley (Patti) Bredeson of Miles City and daughter Marty (Eric) Ohs of Bozeman. Stanley always enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, Aaron, Ashley and Abby Rustan, and Aubree Ohs.
Also surviving are his sister Betty Dewey of Pasadena, CA, Allan (Silvia) Bredeson of Captain Cook, HI, Joyce (Rick) Passmore of Duarte, CA and Galen (Barb) Bredeson of Great Falls, MT. He also has several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to the Holy Rosary Hospice ladies and Dr. Martin Lucas for their outstanding care.
There will be a memorial service at a later date. The burial will be in the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Miles City. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Lori Doeden says
Marlene, Brad & Marty,
Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayer’s through this difficult time. Our Holiday dinners & summer BBQs won’t be the same without Stan but will cherish the memories of him as we gather together. Lean on the Lord for strength in your sorrow, allow his spirit to comfort you in your pain.
Eric, Lori, Bridger & Boone.
Stack says
Molly, Brad and Marty- thinking of you all and the awesome memories throughout the years. Your entire family means the world to me and I hold you all in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven got a superstar in Stan the Man in so many ways. Love to you all.
Mary Jo Engebretson says
My deepest condolences. May you find comfort with precious memories.
Ike Eichler says
RIP Stanley, See you down the road.
Arlene Corbin says
Marlene, I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time
Rick and Christy Jordan says
Molly, Marty, and Brad,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
David Schott says
Brad, I’m sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Wyse says
Molly and family
So sorry to hear of Stan’s passing, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Mary Snell says
Molly & Family:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jessie Beehler says
Molly, Marty, Brad and families,
May your fond memories help to bring you comfort in your times of grief! Thinking of you all.
Jessie Kransky Beehler
Megan Emmons says
Dear Molly and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Stan brought a smile to my face every time we visited! May you feel God’s peace and comfort embracing you.
Deb Bartholomew says
Molly and Families:
I am so sorry to hear of Stan’s passing. Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. Stan will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure your memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles & Jim Liles says
Dear Molly & family, We are very sorry to hear of Stan’s passing. We are sending prayers your way. May God Bless.
Jim & Mary Ann Liles
Allan Bredeson says
Allan Bredeson (Stan’s brother) says:
While distance may have kept us all apart more than we would have liked, Stan was always a part of us as a family and we’ll miss him dearly. From Allan, Silvia, Ramona, Diego and all the family in Hawaii our thoughts and more importantly, our prayers go out to you Marlene, Marty, Brad and all your family at this difficult time. Rely on HIM for peace and comfort.
Mike Schell says
Molly,Brad,Marty
Sorry to hear about Stan passing sending prayers