Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday July 20, 2025
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Hoem
101 Wilson St
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday July 21, 2025
Faith Bible Church
102 E Morris St.
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Laura Lee and Vic Ullrich says
I am heartbroken for you all at this sad news! There are no words that I can offer to you to portray my sympathy. He was such a good man, taken way too soon. May Our Loving God cradle yo in his arms and carry you through the coming days and weeks. This is definitely a one set of footprints in the sand time. I am here if you need anything at all.Hugs and prayers for you all.
Darolyn Butler says
Oh Jan, and family,
this was so shocking to hear. My heart goes out to you during this time as he was one of the grandest men I had ever met. Jovial and kind were special traits of his. When I see his face in my mind, I see a big warm rosie smile. My heart and thoughts are with you during this time.
Love to all Darolyn
Bo Roggen says
Dear family,
I will NEVER forget the beautiful times I got to spend with you. Bill let me fly the Cessna, he tought me how to drive the cattle and he even saved my life when I almost got bit by a rattlesnake. I will never forget how he was laughing so hard because I was afraid of spiders, but stopped laughing when he saw it was a black widow. I can continue with these stories. Beautiful stories. He will always be in my heart.
Susan Kasemeyer says
Many hugs to you, Jan, and to the girls
Jim and Kathy Bowers says
Jan and family, Jim and I were so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. He was such a wonderful person, and we always enjoyed our conversations with him. Jim also enjoyed his time with Bill at the Conservation District meetings and flying lessons. Our hearts break for you all! May God bless you with his comfort and loving arms in this time of grief.
Bert and Helen Woods says
To the Stevens Family,
Words can’t express the broken heart that we feel for the loss of Bill.. Such a great man, boss, and above all a great friend. May the memories give everyone comfort and may God comfort you in the days to come. You have our prayers and love.
Rachel Bohm says
No better man, husband, father, papa and friend ever.
Bill you will be forever remembered but so sadly missed.
Vicki Holzer says
I am heartbroken. One of the best men I have ever known is gone. His warm inviting presence at Fort Howes was always a highlight. If there was a problem, Bill always solved it with no drama or fuss. His love of Jan and his wonderful girls was on display at all times. He was a man’s man who loved God, his country, his family and the land. My heart is broken for his lovely family. His endurance family mourns his loss. Rest in Peace Bill. You gave the gift of the West to so many riders.
Jaci Phillips says
Jan and family we are so sorry for your loss! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
John Schneider & Roxanne Batt says
Oh Jan and Family, Rox and I were so saddened to learn about Bill. We have such wonderful memories of flying up to Montana every year and taking part in your Ft. Howes Endurance rides along with Dave and Natalie. Bill’s (and your) warm hearts and smiles greeting us each time we visited will ALWAYS be remembered. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers and hope that your loving family and wonderful memories will support you through this difficult time. Bill was a rare gem.
Debbie Weyer says
Jan & girls, I am so sorry to hear this. I do know how you all are feeling. A friend sent this to me, and I hope it helps you…. DEATH, leaves a heartache no one can heal, LOVE, leaves a memory no one can steal.
May God wrap his loving arms around you at thus difficult time….
Sandy Williams says
Bud and I are so sorry for your loss!! Thinking of you all!!
Claudia J Harper says
Jan. I’m lost for words. My thoughts are with you and your family. Bill was so kind and non judgemental an amazing human being.
Kathleen Henkel says
Jan – nothing said will soothe you and your family but please know I send many prayers and will keep all of you in my thoughts. Take good care of each other. You are a strong and amazing family.
Les & Jane Thompson. says
Thinking of you all in this Oh so sad time. May our Lord bring comfort to you all.
Robert and Melisa Ribley says
Bill had a heart and smile as big as the Montana sky. The world will miss him.
Tom Hutchinson says
Jan and girls, I am so sad to learn of Bill’s passing. We will grieve his passing, but we will more remember how good he was with you all and the ranch, and all of the endurance riders that invaded his and your lives evrry year for almost 30 years.
Giulia Orth says
Dear Jan, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Sending so much love your way. Giulia
John Pachl says
My sincere condolences.
Robbie says
Me and my wife Janice have yall in our prayer. Bill was one of the good ones.
Craig and Dana O'Gorman says
It is a tragedy to lose someone of Bill’s intelligence and endless abilities from our community. I have worked for the Stevens Ranch for over 35 years. He was a dream to work for; he was predator savvy and worked with you. “What can I help you do, to keep my calves alive?” Bill was a very skilled pilot, in cases where he flew with his plane, spotting coyotes, with us up in the chopper. He had an unending zest for life, an ability to master so many skills, a pit-master and excellent cook. Bill took pride in ranch improvements to cut labor and make ranching easier. He enjoyed his new toys and mastered a professional use of them. The scope of his interest was boundless. Like Ronald Reagan, he never said ill of anybody. He was a very nice, admirable person, a very good man and good family man. A True Montana, Admirable Rancher. He will be greatly missed.
Dennis Seymore,DVM says
Endurance family lost a great person , always ready to help solve any problems or to get everyone taken care of. I will never forget our fishing trilp together in Costa Rica with Rocio’s dad trying to get us to hook an alligator swimming in the river next to us.
Bobbi Walker says
I’m so sorry for you and you family’s loss Jan. Sending strength to get you though this.
Steve Krempasky says
May God wrap his loving arms around your family. “But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Becky Pearman says
Jan and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Bill. I’ll always remember how welcoming he was that first time I came to Circle Bar to photograph Ft Howes ride. He took me up in the Cessna and showed me around thr ranch. So many wonderful memories of the times I got to visit. He was a good good man…you are in my thoughts and prayers
Sam and Dan Georgen says
Jan, we want you to know how sorry we are to hear about Bill’s passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry Pasley, Carlisle Arkansas says
I taught him in elementary school and then caught up with him later as a pilot. Was so sad to hear of his passing. The best to you Jan.
Nick Kohut says
Deepest sympathies from Ranelle and I. We will always cherish the time we spent with Bill. Wonderful memories from shared meals, traveling around the ranch together, and wide ranging conversations. Prayers for the entire family.
Gwen Hall says
My heart breaks for you and your family at this difficult time. While I have no words to assuage the loss I can only hope you can be comforted by the knowledge that Bill was a good, kind soul that brought so much joy to so many that were blessed to meet him.
Robin and Mary-Anne Dorchester says
Bill was always so generous with his time when we came to the Ft. Howes rides. Good stories we still tell years later.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Drin Becker says
Jan and family ,
Please know my thoughts are with you during this time.
Bill was a good one , his smiling face is what i will remember.
Kelly J. Hamilton says
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Smith-Roig says
I’m so sorry for your loss I’ll be praying. 🙏♥️
Dave and Natalie Schneider says
Jan and Family,
Natalie and I were stunned and saddened to hear about Bill’s passing. We were at Ft. Howes frequently and were always met with a smile and laugh from Bill. We will never forget Bill and his backhoe making the best pig roasts ever. Jan, you and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christoph Schork says
Bill was one of the kindest man on earth. Always generous and helpful. Loved by everyone in the endurance community and horse world. He will be forever in our memory and heart. Love, hugs and sympathy to the Stevens family, we are with you in your sorrow and pain.
Lillian Durham says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Aletta & Randy Shannon says
Thinking of you all and heartfelt sympathy.
Nick & Mona McFerran says
Bill was a spectacular Man. The entire Family are the most wonderful people. We consider them Our Family. What a devastating time for the entire family. Our thoughts and Prayers on consistently with all of you.