Trent Saylor was born on October 1, 1984, first born son of Charlene Saylor. Soon he and his Mom were joined by his Father, Mike Fogle and “little” brother Donavon was born in 1988. Together the little family made their home in Miles City.
During his childhood years, Trent began his lifelong struggle with his physical and mental health. His loving parents never waivered in their commitment to getting him the best medical care available which required many trips to Billings and several inpatient stays at Billings Clinic Hospital. Despite the struggles, the family enjoyed visiting family and taking drives around the country. Trent and Donavon spent many hours playing with their cousins Troy and Jesse Saylor and fishing with their grandparents Ronnie and Roxie Saylor.
When Trent’s father became ill and began having dialysis treatments in Billings, Trent and Donavon stayed home with their Mom and helped keep their family home going. Occasionally the entire family would ride along on those long trips, and they would get the opportunity to visit many of their cousins who lived in the Billings area.
When Trent was ten years old, the family made the decision to move to Billings to be closer to the medical care that Trent and Mike needed. The family home that they settled into was located right next to Dehler Park where Trent enjoyed helping out the team with collecting flyaway balls and any other chores where he could. It was at this home that Trent and Donavon began a lifelong relationship with Jeremy Rioux and his family. Trent was always trying to keep an eye on the two younger boys and keep them out of trouble, and sometimes actually succeeded.
When Trent lost his father due to kidney failure, Trent became even more committed to his family. He stayed very close to his Mom and helped her in any way he could. Once Donavon became old enough to leave the family home, Trent and Charlene became a team. They supported each other through thick and thin. When Charlene’s eyes began to deteriorate, Trent helped her navigate through the streets of Billings. Trent was always very organized and enjoyed helping Charlene keep track of their schedules, Dr. appointments, medicines and planning trips to Jordan and Miles City.
In 2013 the worst tragedy a family can imagine occurred. Trent and Charlene lost Donavon and cousin Troy Saylor to a house fire caused by arson. This event turned their lives completely upside down. But the strong bond that Trent and Charlene had built helped them piece their life back together and move forward. Trent went on many fishing trips with cousin Jesse Saylor during this time, and it helped him to heal.
In 2018, Trent and Charlene made the decision to make the move back to Miles City so they could be closer to family in the area. Their friend Jeremy Rioux made sure they had an upgraded vehicle and helped with the move. Once settled, Trent began reconnecting with his lifelong friend Allison Campbell and they went on many fishing expeditions in the area. Fishing was one of the things that Trent loved most in life. He had plans to enroll as a member of Walleyes Unlimited so he could share experiences with others who had the same passion.
Trent had other strong passions in addition to fishing. He loved his Dr. Pepper, “big #@!” hamburgers, and popcorn with pepper on it. He could often be found cooking his favorite foods. Sports were a huge part of his life. His favorite teams included the Seattle Mariners, Green Bay Packers, Florida Gators, and University of Montana Grizzlies among others. There were few sportscasters that knew the statistics of his teams like Trent did. He so loved teasing his cousins about their teams versus his, including gifting them when his own sports team items.
Trent also had a love for cats. He didn’t take the easy way of finding an adorable kitten, but instead would go to the pet shelters and find mature cats that were homeless and take them in and love them throughout their remaining lives.
Trent was preceded in death by his father Mike, brother Donavon, grandparents Walt and Eloise Saylor, George and Joyce Ryan, Buzz and Eileen Fogle, many aunts and uncles, and young cousins Troy Saylor, Niki Fogle Rich, Landon Erlenbusch, and Alauna Rich. He is survived by his loving mother Charlene, grandparents Ronnie and Roxie Saylor, uncles Dave (Bev) Saylor, D.J. Milroy and Tim Fogle, aunt Therese (Sid) Bollinger, and tons of cousins, special friends and his cats Daq and Coco.
Trent will be forever missed for his kind heart and loyalty to those he loved. He was a gentle soul who was committed to his family, friends and pets and despite the trials and tribulations, he never once complained. Rest in peace and enjoy the fishing Trent.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, August 16th at the family plot in Pioneer Cemetery in Jordan, Montana. A potluck luncheon will be held at the Senior Citizen Center directly following the services.
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Muff Engdahl says
Charlene, Ron, Roxie, Dave and families,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are prayers are with each of you. May the good Lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you in the days ahead.
Love Muff
Cheri and Tim Hafla says
Charlene and all your Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your precious Trent, May God and all your good memories help you during this sad time.. Love and hugs to you all.
Cindy Gregg-Hope says
Charlene and family,
My heart aches for you. I wish I had more words that would help you. I remember all the times Trent and Aimee played together when they were little and we lived by each other in the apartments. It seems like only yesterday. Please know that we love you.
Todd Larson says
Charlene, Ron, Roxie, Dave and families,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss, some how it never seems fair to lose a loved one.
Sandie Miller Green And Family says
Charlene my heart breaks for you, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our prayers ! Hugs my old friend!
Christina Pierce says
Charlene and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. It just doesn’t seem fair. Sending hugs and prayers.
Tina Moberly Pierce
Fran says
Charlene I’m so sorry for your loss stay strong as I know u can be love to u and prayers
Barb Harbaugh Morgan says
Charlene, Dave, Ron and Roxie,
My heart breaks for you. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Hold on to each other
in your deep saddest. Love to Charlene and your whole family.
Kelly Childers says
Charlene, Ron, Roxie, Dave, and families, I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you. In this troubling time, you can always rely on each other as well as all of your friends to keep you strong. I am sorry that I will not be able to see you right now as I am across the country visiting family in Canada, but you are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything I can do for you when I get home, just let me know.
Katrina Luther says
Charlene and family, so very sorry for the loss of your precious boy. Sending prayers of comfort and hugs. Hang tough.
Jo Ryan says
Dear Charlene, Ronnie and Roxie, David and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have endured so much in your time. You are strong with your Family and the Lord’s help you all will all get through this. Know that you have many people that care. Sending my love, and Trent rest peacefully.
Jenny Frady says
Charlene , if I could help in any way , please let me help . so sorry for your loss, may my prayer help you
Phil and Darlene says
Condolences ,Prayers, Love, and Hugs to Charlene ,Ronnie ,Roxie, Dave and Families .May you find Comfort in your memories and in Gods Love.Trent will be missed by all who knew him. He was such a kind caring person . We are here for you if we can help in any way .
Ag drane says
Charlene, Roxy,Ronnie and Dave,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Trent. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers.
May God bless,
Love Ken and Agnes Drane
Cindy Stanton says
Dear Charlene, Roxie, Ron, David & families,
Words cannot express my sadness for your loss.
You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
France R. says
Charlene,
You are a Special Mother and Trent, a special Son like his brother, Donovan. I hope they are having a great party in Heaven with their Dad. Such great kids you have. I also pray for you to remain strong, and wise, and kind, as you have always been as a family. And I want you to know with no doubts, that you have that family and many friends to carry you thru this again while those boys are united on the other side.
Remember, like always, they are looking out for you too still.
Love covers gracefully… all these dimensions, Back and Forward.
You and your kids have inspired many folks. And I am grateful, beyond words, to be one of your special friends. Day or nite, know how much you are all loved and remembered. May God’s Grace and Peace that surpasses all understanding be with you as you show each of us again why you are so very special in our hearts with your uplifting humor and nurturing.
Angels , Charlene, , have always been your inspiration and your protection. They too will be watching over Your Three Boys and YOU, just like they always have. Take time to be with them.
And please take care of you. Strong and “Not So strong” on some days are both good.
JUST LIKE TRENT HELPED YOU WITH EVERYTHING—-One day at a Time ( some good and some very hard) is all you need to handle. Even one hour is blessed work. When hard, reach out to someone.
I love you . I continue with the Highest Hopes for your continued happiness in spite of so many Losses which you carry with brilliance just like your Sons carry Your Love….You are amazing. They were wonderfully kind and considerate in their very own light too. If you notice it, it shines upon all of us, and we have felt it. Thank you for the gifts.
Love, France
Diane Hewett says
Charlene, Ron, Roxie, Dave and extended family, I am so very to hear of your loss. You have had more than your share of losses in your family. I am sure you must be in shock and devastated with Trent’s death. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through another difficult time. God Bless you as keep you in his loving arms. Love, Diane
Bob and Jane Engdahl says
Charlene, Ron and Roxie and families
We are so sorry for your loss, our thought and prayers are with you all. God Bless
Jo Dee Watson says
Charlene, to you and your entire family, my deepest condolences. I am deeply saddened by your loss and I pray for your strength through this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the precious memories that are evident in Trent’s memorial. Bless you all.
Karen Witt says
Charlene, Roxie, Ronnie and David,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. WILL BE KEEPING YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS.
Myrna Haughian says
Charlene and family,
My deepest sympathy to you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories.
Debbie Weyer says
Ron, Roxie, Charlene & all of the Saylor family. There are no words for the sorrow you all are feeling, but this quote helped me when I lost my husband, so hope it helps you too. “DEATH, leaves a heartache no one can heal: LOVE, leaves a memory no one can steal” May God comfort you in this time of need.
Sandra Barclay says
Charlene, Ronnie, Roxie, Dave and families: So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort In this difficult time.
Carol Rath Rasckoe says
Sissy, David, Ronnie , Roxie and all of your family,, my heart breaks for you, and it is so sad that you have had to endure another tragic loss,, your family has always been special to my family,, All of those years of being neighbors were some of the best memories I have,, you are all in my heart and in my prayers.. may God guide you through this terrible time,, know you are loved,, Carol
Darrell Rogers says
Charlene and family : Sorry for your loss Trent will be sorely missed
Darrell, Emma and Kayla Higgins says
Charlene, Ron & Roxie and Dave and family ~ our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We know how very special Trent was and still is to all of you. He was a special young man who touched the lives of each and every person who he met in one way or another. May God keep you all wrapped in his arms tight in the days to come and may he help you remember all the special memories as you cope with this tragic loss of such a special guy. Many hugs to you all. ❤️
Jeremiah C. says
I’m so very sorry for your loss Charlene, your brother Dave and your parents. You’ve been through much more than anyone can be expected to be able to survive. My heart goes out to you all.
Myron & Mary Beth Kibler says
Charlene, Ronnie, Roxie, Dave and your entire family. What a beautiful tribute you just did for Trent! Though I didn’t know him personally, you are all very near and dear to our hearts. I am so sorry for all the heartache you have all endured over the years and your strength as a family will help you through this one too. May God give you comfort and peace.
Echo (Riley) Kampf says
Charlene and Family,
I would like to extend my deepest and heartfelt condolences on your loss. There is no hurt like the hurt of losing a child or grandchild. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.