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In Memory Of

Timothy Blaede, age 56, of Ashland.

June 29, 1967 – April 8, 2024

Timothy Dale Blaede, 56, of Ashland Montana passed away on April 8, 2024, after losing a courageous battle with brain cancer.

Tim was born June 29, 1967, in Rapid City, South Dakota to parents David James & Carole Lavonne Blaede of Custer, South Dakota. It was in Custer where he spent his entire childhood falling in love with lifelong passions that would define him. Tim loved anything that had a motor and tires. He enjoyed dirt track racing, trucking, wrenching and operating equipment. He also enjoyed sports including football, wrestling, weightlifting and pole vaulting. If hunting, camping, snowmobiling, 4-wheeling or being the life of the party were on the agenda, Tim was all in.

Tim graduated from Custer High School in 1985 with a full ride scholarship to Black Hills State University for football where he studied Business Management. In November 1986, he was involved in a severe logging accident where a skidder rolled over him that abruptly ended his football career. In 1989, he moved to Ashland, Montana to pursue a career in Logging. Tim was self-employed most of his life other than a four year stint with Range Telephone. Tim excelled in Logging, Construction, Concrete and the Excavation industries. Tim and Lori also owned The Office Bar in Ashland and have been staples of their Southeast Montana community for decades.

Tim met Lori Hirsch of Miles City, Montana and they married on July 27, 1996. They have two children Austin (Emma) Blaede and Cody Blaede along with two grandchildren Lilah Rae Blaede and Millie Mae Blaede.

Tim is survived by his parents David James Blaede and Carole Lavonne Blaede. He was one of six siblings, David Ray Blaede, Mark (Tammy) Blaede, Debbie (Cary) Gaut, Paul (Robin) Blaede and Nathan Blaede. Nieces include Sarah Mowery, Nichole (Adam) Cline, Amanda (Ross) Myers, Talitha Lampman, Bethany (Jordan) Dykstra, Tara Thompson, Chrissy (Bud) Pettey, Hannah Pettey, Shanna (Enrique) Hafemann, Shyanne (James) McIntire and Sylviane Raveydts. Nephews include Bryce Hirsch, Gage Thompson, David Stephen Blaede, Mark Brandon (Rebecca) Blaede and Cassidy (Katie) Blaede. Father-in-law Les Hirsch, Sisters-in-law Sara Hirsch, and Heidi (Curtis) Obie

Tim was preceded in death by his Grandmother Mary Tweten, Grandparents Nick & Viola Ganje and Mother-in-law Donna Hirsch.

Tim was thoroughly engaged in his boy’s lives, teaching them the art of hard work, coaching them in football and wrestling and sharing with them His love for working on cars and machinery. He taught them his craft as an operator of all kinds of heavy equipment and without a doubt he taught them how to play.

Tim was a giver in his community. Whether it was buying a complete stranger lunch or supporting a young child with cancer, Tim could be found there lending a hand and opening his wallet. There were many days and nights you could find Tim next to a wrestling mat coaching or being a fatherly figure to a host of kids that looked up to him as a role model. He had an impact on people everywhere he went. Of all the qualities that made him who he was, Tim was a man of his word, an intense conviction that was one of the foundations of his life.

In lieu of flowers a memorial can be sent to the following:

Syd’s Wish
PO Box 2322
Colstrip MT 59323
All proceeds go to kids or young adults facing medical challenges.

Or

Broadus Cancer Fund – Tyler Gardner
20 Gardner Road
Ashland MT 59003
Proceeds go to individuals fighting cancer.

Family will receive friends on Friday, April 12, 2024, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Grace Bible Church in Miles City. Following the Funeral Service a luncheon will be held at the church, everyone is welcome.

A special thank you to the Billings Clinic Staff that took such good care of Tim and did everything they could to give us more time with him, and that they did!
A special thank you to Tori Kester and all staff at the Rosebud Health Care in Forsyth for their exceptional end of life care for Tim and the hospitality they gave us.

Service Schedule

Family to Receive Friends

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday April 12, 2024

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Funeral Service

1:00 p.m.

Saturday April 13, 2024

Grace Bible Church

3505 Stower Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Service Schedule

Family to Receive Friends

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday April 12, 2024

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Funeral Service

1:00 p.m.

Saturday April 13, 2024

Grace Bible Church

3505 Stower Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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View Memorial Folder

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  1. You are the best kind of neighbor and friend a person could have, Timus, and I am going to miss you like crazy! Thanks for all the stories, laughs and memories.
    Lori, Austin, Emma, Lilah, Millie and Cody you are loved and our hearts are heavy knowing what a big piece of your world has left today.

  2. Our deepest condolences to each of you. Tim put up such a valiant fight against his condition. We hope happy memories and seeing all the wonderful pictures with him fill your hearts with peace. He will be missed.

  3. We are so very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man. He would just crack me up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know he is pain free and flying high through Heaven. God bless you all

  4. I’m sending all my love and prayers to you Lori, boys and family. Tim will forever hold a special place in my heart. Knowing him since high school he really knew my nickname and always made sure to call me it when he seen me. He will truly be missed and was a great friend!

  5. So very sorry for your loss Lori and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.

  6. I was trying to think of my favorite Tim moment to share but they’re all funny and not appropriate lol. Ashland lost another good one today. Lori and family your all in my prayers. Im always here if you need anything.

  7. Tim and his family was a Friend and a great neighbor. He will be missed by all that new him. May prayers be with family during this tuff time.

  8. So glad I got to know Tim. I will never forget how selfless he was. Tim was funny, even though he was going through hell. we shared some good stories. I will never forget how he called Dan,the day of my amputation. Checking to see how I was. That told me who he was. Little did he know it meant so much to me. Rest easy Tim❤️

  9. You were more than my brother-in-law, you were my substitute brother. The hole you leave here is enormous. I had this vision of Bobby welcoming you to your new home. Together again! I sure hope that’s what heaven is like. My comfort is knowing that I will see you both again someday.
    Lori, Austin, Cody, Emma, Lilah, and Millie… We love you all so very much and ache for you.

  10. Lori and family-
    My heart aches at your loss. I have always thought the world of you guys! I truly enjoyed doing business with you and seeing you whenever I could afterwards. And Tim? I will sure miss that character! Loved his sense of humor!

  11. I’m so sorry for your guys loss 🙁 he will truly be missed. So much love and prayers being sent your way!

  12. Lori and Family,

    I am so sorry for your loss. All of you are in my prayers.

  13. Lori and Family: Tim was that neighbor you could always depend on! Fires, floods, bad sewers, water lines all times he would show up to the bitter end! And Tim never was one to “beat around the bush!” He spoke his mind and let you deal with it. Great guy our community will miss. Lori I respect you so much for your commitment to helping Tim. I am sure it wasn’t always easy, but you did it with such compassion and respect for Tim. My prayer for you is for comfort and strength in the days to come. The Gardners are only a few minutes away and Tim taught us how important response time is, so we will be there for you! Dave and family

  14. Lori, Austin & Cody, I’m so sorry, he is going to be missed by so many. Tim was 1 in a million.

  15. We so enjoyed our visits with Tim! He could make a person smile. He was an asset to the Ashland community and will be missed by many.

  16. We must have ridden a million miles between 4 wheelers and snomobiles,Always had a great time with Tim,you never had to wonder where he was if you had problems, he was right beside you,,,

  17. Lori, Austin and Cody. I am so sorry for your guys loss. Tim was a great guy. He truly will be missed. Tum was definitely a 1 of a kind. Prayers for all of you in this time. Love you.

  18. Tim was an excellent neighbor and a good guy.
    We depended on him a lot.

    We are sorry for your loss.

    Ross, Cindy, Jacob and Lucas

  19. Tim was a one of a kind guy. He will be missed dearly. You have my sincere condolences. Very sorry for your loss. R.I.P Tim.

  21. Lori and Family, Bert and I send our condolences and love to you. May your memories bring you comfort. Tim will be missed.

  23. Tim Myco and l loved to race our log trucks up the hills and he told me you always wanted to be first well little brother you won the best race of all we’re going to miss you dearly and say hi to grandpa for me Loved you dearly and going to miss the man that you became God Bless Tim’s Family

  24. Tim was such a specieal person. The love he had for you all was so apperent. I know how much you will all miss him, but you know he will always be a part of you.

  25. Dear Lori and family,
    May you know that we share in your loss. The loss of Tim leaves a huge hole in the hearts of many. He was so admired and respected. Blessings to you, Austin and Cody.
    Much love, Steve and Sherrie Blaede – Carlton, MN.

  26. Dear Lori, Austin and Cody,
    We are so sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Know that we share in your sorrow and loss. May God be your strength now and the weeks ahead.
    Tim leaves a huge void for many, and we count ourselves among them. Blessed be his memory.
    The Carlton Blaede’s
    Steve and Sherrie

  27. Our sincerest sympathy to each of you. May you know that we share in your sorrow.

  29. We are so sorry for you and your family. You have fought such a hard battle. You have shown such strength. God be with you.

  31. Lori, our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

  32. Tim was such a good person. WE didn’t see him much or often,but he was always friendly and good to work for.

  33. So sorry to hear about the passing of Tim, Lori and family. Tim was a wonderful person. When I had trouble
    with flat tires he came right out to my place to help me no matter what day of the week. God bless you all

  34. Sorry to hear of your husbands passing. Sending you and your family loving prayers.

  35. “When a loved one becomes a memory, that ;memory becomes a treasure.” Author Unknown. Don’t know who said it but it’s so true. Keep the memories close!

  36. Lori and family, we are so very sorry for all of you and the courageous battle you shared with Tim. We knew him briefly but he made us feel like old friends! Praying that your loss will be easier to bear as time goes on with your memories of time spent with him.

  37. Lori and Family,
    There are no words during this sad sad time for you all. I met Tim many years ago when we were both in college. He was so fun and full of laughter. I did not see him much over the years but when I did, he was still the same Tim. He always made me smile. He loved you, his boys and life! I am so sorry.

  39. Lori & family,
    So sorry for your loss.
    Our prayers & thoughts are with you & your family.

  40. SO SORRY FOR LOSS. I MISS THE SAWMILL CREW. ALWAYS SILLY SIDE OF HIM. HUGS LORI. RIP…TIM.

  41. Sending prayers for your family. May your memories fill your heart and provide u comfort during this time of grief

  42. Oh Lori (and fam), words fail. We are heartbroken for you all. This has been such a tough journey. Wishing and praying for peace and healing, for all of you. Tim is loved, you are loved, and we are here for you.
    Danny and June

  43. Lori, Austin, Cody, and all the other family you are all in my thoughts. Tim was one of a kind as I am sure we all know. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend. He was always there to lend a hand or save the day for a lot of people. I believe Tim was the most brutally honest person I have ever met and I really grew to appreciate that quality a lot.
    The world was a better place with Tim in it and I will truly miss him not being around.

  44. Lori,
    I am so sorry for your loss, Tim was a wonderful person and he will be truly missed,
    You and your family are in my prayers ,

  45. I am not sure what to say. Tim was one of my favorite people I have ever known . I feel bad I don’t know his family and I know I’m missing a lot.
    He was one of my very closest buds in high school . He was tougher than dry owl crap, funnier than anyone I’ve ever been around and his kindness was never ending. When I think of Tim, Blades or Bones, (High school nicknames) I think of dragging the big 10 block main in his pea green Camaro or riding with him in his logging truck going 60 mph through the turns in Windcave on the road to Hot Springs. I have nothing but utmost respect for him and my greatest condolences for all his family and friends.

  47. Lori, so so sorry and sad to hear about your husband. Sending our love, hugs and prayers to you and your family. Take care my friend. Rest In Peace, Tim.

  48. We are so sorry for the loss of Tim and wish only the best for his family threw this sad time l will always remember his wistful smile and the great times we had snowmobiling drinking a beer and picking on the general public in good fun always and listening to him brag about his boys that is how we will remember him

  49. Lori, Austin & girls and Cody,
    We knew this time would come, but it is still heartbreaking. I know you have many great memories to cherish and may they comfort you as you move ahead in your lives. Hug those little great, great niece’s of mine.
    My sincere sympathy to all of Tim’s family & friends🥰

  50. Now the hard part starts Lori, learning to move on with so many changes in your life including a house that is way too quiet. It helps to know that Tim is with so many from the community that went before him, and they are most likely having one heck of a party in Heaven! You will continue to be in my prayers. Hugs to you and your family.

  51. Lori,
    I’m so inspired by you and Tim. Both such strong people who continued to smile and care for each other even during the hardest times. I’m sure he hung in there so long because he just did NOT want to leave you. You showed all the fruits of the Spirit in your loving care of Tim – Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-control. And I’m sure Patience wasn’t always easy with Tim (said with love and humor, wink wink!) I’m so happy to know you both and send you warm thoughts and healing prayers.
    Candy

  52. My deepest condolences to all the Blaede family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ashland will not be the same without you Tim.

  53. Lori,
    I am so proud of you. Your strength and courage in loving and caring for Tim during the last few months is truly commendable. May God wrap you and your family in comfort and love. You are in my prayers.

  54. Dear Lori and boys,
    Know that we share in your sorrow. Our wish for you is that you will find peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead. Tim leaves a legacy that inspires us all. Blessings to each of you. We are sorry that we cannot be there, but you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be your strength. With Love, Steve and Sherrie

  55. Lori, Cody and Austin I have no words for you but just know you are in my thoughts! Tim was an amazing person.

  56. My love and prayers are with you all..it’s not a day that go’s by with good memories. He is one of God Angel and will watch over your family.

  57. Our deepest condolences to you all. Sending prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

  58. Lori and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find peace and in all the treasured memories you all hold. Tim was a special person. Our condolences are for all of you.

  59. Dear Lori and boys:
    Words do not adequately express the sadness we feel for each of you in the loss of Tim. Our greatest loss is not having had the opportunity to really know him. May the many memories you have be a source of comfort in the weeks ahead. Give your sorrow to God, the great comforter.
    Much Love
    Steve and Sherrie

  60. It is sad to hear about Tim, I am sending thoughts and prayers to Lori and the rest of Tim’s family. I enjoyed getting to know Tim, it was always a pleasure talking with him and learning more about him and hearing some of his stories. I know how much he struggled. It was my pleasure trying to help you through your fight. Rest easy my friend.

  61. Lori and Boys
    I am truly sorry for your loss o Tim. Tim will be so missed by all who knew and loved him. Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. Tim will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure your memories as they will help get you all thru difficult days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  62. Lori, I am so sorry for your loss, sincere condolences. Thinking of you and how you are going through one of life’s hardest times. Prayers of comfort and peace

  64. Lori and family, we were saddened to here about Tim’s passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers. May you Rest In Peace Tim.

  65. Lori and family my heart goes out to you for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you

  66. Lori, words cannot express how deeply sorry I am to hear of Tim’s passing. You and your family will remain in my heart and my prayers. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace knowing that Tim is walking with the angels. Believe me when I say I know your pain and loss. I lost my Dana Aug 8,2022. You are a wonderful strong woman . Tim was a good man I know because look at all the people who loved him. Always remember the good days. God loves you. I love you. May you find strength in the Lord.

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