A live stream the day of the service will be available by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/stevensonandsons/
William Edmund Puskas passed away on December 24, 2020. Bill was born on January 7, 1940 to Bill and Sue Puskas. He was the second son.
He grew up and met Anita in Sunday School at church. When he was eighteen years old, he entered the Navy. He took a leave for a month and came home to marry Anita. He hitched hike all the way home.
Bill and Anita had two children. A son, Rob and a daughter, Lisa. Rob has two sons, Jackson and Jonathon. Lisa has a daughter named, India.
Bill attended college studying electronics and theology. He attended Bible college for four years to become a pastor. He also was suited to sell cars, insurance and general sales. Bill enjoyed living in Colorado where he was a pastor. He loved fishing and hunting. As a matter of fact, he was able to shoot an antelope this fall.
Him and his wife moved all over the country, but it was their daughter, Lisa that got them to move to Miles City. The rest of the family moved here also.
He loved to dance with Anita. He loved music, long drives, and staying in different placed in the mountains. He was a strong man, even at his age. He just finished building a 14X9 front porch. He also installed a new kitchen floor and cut and stacked wood. He was always cleaning up the yard, there was never anything left out of place.
Bill was a great soul winner! You can ask anyone in Miles City. Anita lives here in Miles City with her beautiful daughter, Lisa. Lisa is Anita’s caregiver. Bill’s granddaughter, India is also helping her mother Lisa take care of her grandmother. Bill’s sister, Mary Kay lives with her husband, Pat in Tennessee. Bill’s youngest brother, John lives with his wife, Jackie in Florida.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Sue; brother, Chuck and his wife, Celia. Celia just passed after Bill.
Bill will be missed.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday January 6, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Family to Receive Friends
3:00 PM to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 6, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday January 7, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
After Funeral Service
Thursday January 7, 2021
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday January 6, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Family to Receive Friends
3:00 PM to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 6, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Thursday January 7, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City , Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
After Funeral Service
Thursday January 7, 2021
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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B Derenburger RN(retired) says
India and family: So sorry to see that your grandfather has passed away. I remember when he would come to the ECU to visit his mother Susan Puskas. It’s so hard when its at a Holiday. May your family find peace and comfort that he is with the Lord.
Frank and Pearl Lane says
We are sorry for your loss. We hope time is kind and helpful in easing the pain of your grief.
Amy says
Anita and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all. May God hold you in the palm of His hand during this difficult time.
Amy Tooke
Marlus says
Anita, Lisa, and India
I am sorry to hear of your husband, dad, and grandpa’s passing. He was a lively man as well as a jokester. I pray for God’s peace to be with you all at this trying time.
Mary Kay White says
To my big brother Bill I love you very much and I know that you are with our family now I was a pleasure being your little sister you always made me laugh and you were always loving and hard-working you and Anita were my lifeline through my years growing up and I learned a lot from you please give our mom and shock a hug for me
Cassie says
Uncle Bill,
I miss you like crazy. I miss hearing you say “ hey Babe” every time I called. I loved your passion for Jesus and our mini Bible studies and talking about the word. Thank you for going fishing and hunting with me, thank you for letting Randy come over and chop wood. I loved listening to music with you, your dance moves, and the grin that was always on your face. You always made me laugh and our love and Faith in Jesus kept us close. You meant the world to me, and I’m gonna miss driving my 4 wheeler over and visiting you. Give my mom and dad a hug. I know I will see you again my sweet uncle. I will keep an eye on Lisa and Aunty Nita for you and Aunty Kay. Thank you for always being good to me. I love you.
Cassie
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. My sincere sympathy goes out to all the family, but special hugs for Lisa, India, Mary Kay & Pat.
Michele & Jason Mickolio says
Lisa and family so sorry for your loss. Hold on tight to the memories. WE WISH YOU COMFORT IN THE LOVE THAT YOU SHARE. GOD BLESS YOU. LOVE CHELE and JAS
Audrey Haumschild & Greg says
Anita, Lisa, and India . I’m so sorry for your loss. Bill is such a sweet person and so are all of you . I seen him one day at albertsons and he said he just made a little porch area for Anita. He was happy and looked so healthy. Hugs and prayers are with you all. Love yous Audrey.
Nikki Carroll says
Dearest Nita, Rob, Lisa and family, I’m so deeply sorry about your loss. Bill and Nita were more than good to me during some of my most difficult times in the late 70’s. I’ll never forget how God put them right into the middle of my life to watch over me and to make sure my needs were met. I’m looking forward to seeing Bill again. I’ve always loved your family and will be lifting you up in prayer. Bill was a young 80 year old. I’m so glad of heart to hear the good news of how he just kept spreading the gospel. Our condolences from the Carroll’s with love and prayers!! xo
Robin Puskas says
Dad i miss you more than words can say. I know you are with our Heavenly Father and that comforts me. Heaven got a warrior. God has said “well done thy faithful servant”. I love you my father and till that reunion i will remember everything about you.
Sarah says
So sorry for your loss. Bill was a great storyteller when he would frequent Walmart. I just helped him a couple weeks ago at the jewelry counter. He will be missed.
Cheyenne Williams says
My condolences to the family, he will always be remembered. I met him when i was about 9 years old and have loved and cherished every encounter since then.
Carrie Essman says
Uncle Bill, my heart hurts that you are gone. Your love and laughter will be missed by all. I rejoice in knowing you are healed and whole and in the presence of our Savior, and our loved ones gone before.
Auntie Nita, Rob, Lisa, I am so sorry we can’t make it to town any sooner to be there for his service. But we will be there to hug you again this weekend. Love you all!
Jolene Barth says
Always enjoyed talking to Bill when he would come shopping at Walmart. He will be greatly missed.
Robin Puskas says
Well dad, mom is now with you also. I’ll bet she was so excited to see you and be with our Heavenly father. It is still hard letting go of you because I didn’t get to see you. I had to watch your service online cause I was in hospital also. I miss you so much. I will see you again one day. It still hurts but it makes it easier knowing you and Mom are together again.
Tom Durrant says
Here it is 2025 and I just now learned of Bill death in 2020. He has been gone for 5 years, and I am sure that it still hurts living without him. Sue died in 10 years ago, 2015. I tell people that the pain of loss to death does not get easier, it just hurts less often.
I clearly remember Bill greeting others, even strangers, as sinners! ‘Hello sinner’ he would say! And he was right.
May God fully comfort the you, Anita, Rob and Lisa!