Vernon Paul Ullrich passed away at Powder River Manor in Broadus on the evening of December 23, 2022. We rejoice that he is free from all pain and suffering and has been made whole.
Vernon was the second child born to Karl H. and Ruby Griff Ullrich. Born on July 5, 1956, he joined an older brother Victor. He was baptized at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Broadus. His childhood was spent on the Ullrich Ranch playing with his brother and enjoying the beauty and adventure of the ranch. He had a love for hunting and fishing and spent many hours on the banks of the Powder River.
Vern went to Broadus Elementary School through 8th grade and then attended Powder River High School, graduating in 1975 from Saint Labre in Ashland. He married Kay Lyn Haus at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Broadus, Montana. They lived and worked on the Ullrich Ranch for his Dad. To this union, two sons were born: Adam Paul and Jason Lawrence. They enjoyed their family time on the river ranch, raising sheep and cattle and fishing and hunting. Later Vern went to work as a logger which he really enjoyed and then worked for Joe and Lori Fortner. He was a hard worker and a very strong man. In July of 2005, he was in a terrible motor cycle wreck on Highway 59 South. His son, Adam was on the back of the bike. Both were severely injured and life flighted to Casper Hospital. Vern never recovered. He lived out the rest of his days at the Powder River Manor in Broadus. Adam recovered but passed away a few years later.
Vern was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Ruby Ullrich, his son, Adam, and special Aunt and Uncle Tony and Esther Gali. He is survived by his wife Kay of Anaconda, his son Jason of Broadus, his brother and sister-in-law Victor and Laura Lee Ullrich of Broadus, and Nieces Amy Minow (Tom) of Olive, Dr. Jennifer Mattingley of La Crosse, WI, and Nephew, Doug Ullrich (Laura) of Vail, AZ., and numerous members of the Haus family and his many friends.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Powder River Manor for their many years of care and love for Vern. We so appreciate you. We would also like to thank Tavy Turnbough and Phoebe Amsden (his legal guardian) for all they did for Vernon. Rest in Peace Vern.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 19th at Stevenson’s Funeral Home in Broadus at 1:00 p.m. A Luncheon will follow at the Montana Bar. Everyone is invited. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stevensonandsons.com.
Pam Nisley says
Praying for comfort tor his loved ones!!! Thank you to all the loving staff that has given Vern care for years, God bless you all!
Diana Elwood says
I am so sorry to hear of Vernon’s passing, his family and mine went to church together for years when we were kids. My condolences to all his family.
W. Rueben Lanke says
Vern was a good friend when I lived in Broadus. So sorry to hear of his passing
Skin and Betty Collins says
So sorry to all the Ullrich family for the loss of Vernon. I knew him from the time he was a little tot. He is finally at peace and pain all gone. Rest in Peace now Vern in the arms of our Savior Jesus Christ.
Sylvia Zimmer says
Did not know Vern until I worked at the Nursing Home.. what a special, kind person he was. Loved animals and fishing.. and had a way of expressing his joy like no other! Fly high, Vern…
Norm and Julie Samuelson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
Karen Gaskill says
This has been a very, very hard road for Vernon and his family. They are all in my prayers
Pete and June Minow says
Extending our sympathy to the Ullrich family for the loss of Vernon
Virginia pierce says
My thoughts and prays are with all of you.
Sonia says
Fly high, Vern. I’ve missed stopping in to see you since Dad has been gone. The Class of 75 will miss you!
Linda Kane McDonald says
So sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to the Ullrich family.
Duane and Debbie Talcott says
Thoughts and prayers for all Vern’s family. May he Rest In Peace.
Cora Watters Bynum says
My thoughts and prayers to the Ullrich family.
Mike & Connie Capra says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Vern’s family!
Mary Roig says
I remember Vernon as a super nice classmate. I was gone from broadus for many years. Allie and I visited Vernon many times at the manor. He had great care. He was loved. I praise God he is healed. No more pain. Reunited with gis son. I’m so sorry for the loss of a family member a d friend. Praying for all.
Janet Rice says
Vern’s family. Condolences to you all. Rest in peace Vern.✝️