William “Fred” Tetschner 1937 – 2023 Age 86
Husband, Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa was called by the Lord early morning November 7th at Holy Rosary Hospital with his wife by his side.
Fred was born July 15, 1937 in Sheridan, WY to Dudley and Lela (Wyrick) Tetschner. He was raised by Bill and Frances Wyrick in Rosebud, MT, where he also attended school. During this time, he met Marjorie Sleaford, marrying her in 1958. They were blessed with 65 years of marriage and 5 children.
He joined the US Army in 1955 and received his GED. He served in the 8th Infantry Golden Arrow Division in Fort Carson, CO where he became a US Army Spec 4. He was stationed with the US Army in Illinois and was honorably discharged in 1958. Upon discharge he worked various jobs in Illinois.
In 1970 Fred and Marjorie moved to Helena, MT. He attended Helena Vocational Center and received a diploma in industrial Electronics and Consumer Electronics. During his schooling he owned and restored many rental properties. Upon graduation he was employed with TCI Communications. In 1980 he was transferred to Miles City, MT until 1990 when they moved to Morrison, CO. Here he worked and attended Gun Smithing School in Denver, Co. Upon retirement in 1993 they moved back to Miles City, MT and opened and operated rental properties and his own gun shop.
Fred was a guy with many talents that he freely shared with others. Those who were privileged to know him were blessed. One of his shining talents was his favorite hobby, growing his own garden. Fred was most known for his pumpkin patch, selling many pumpkins each fall.
Fred is survived by his loving wife Marjorie Tetschner, daughter Sherry (Robert) HoChee, Son Ron Tetschner and daughter Shelma (Gary) Erikson, 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by sons Doug and Marvin Tetschner, sister Marjorie Yonkaitis, and brother Robert Tetschner.
If desired, memorials may be made in honor of Fred to a charity of one’s choice.
A visitation will be held on Friday, November 24, 2023 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 10:00 am at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home with interment to follow at the family plot in Custer County Cemetery. Following the interment a reception will be held at the VFW. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
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Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 p.m.
Friday November 24, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Saturday November 25, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Following Funeral Service
Saturday November 25, 2023
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
Luncheon
Follow the Graveside Service
Saturday November 25, 2023
VFW
119 N 6th Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 p.m.
Friday November 24, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Saturday November 25, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Following Funeral Service
Saturday November 25, 2023
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
Luncheon
Follow the Graveside Service
Saturday November 25, 2023
VFW
119 N 6th Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Chris,Kayla and kids. says
💗 love you so much papa. Will miss you like crazy. Fly high. You’re free now!!
Shorty& Judy says
Our Hearts are sadden Fred was one of a kind Heaven has gain a very special Angel he will be missed by all Praying for God to give each and everyone the strength now and in the days to come RIP
Danette & David Olguin says
We are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing and I know he will be missed by all. Hold your fond memories close to your heart and our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
James Arneson says
I enjoyed teaching hunter education back when Fred thought with us. May God continue to bless you with the best of memories now and always.
Marvin & Sharon Gookin says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at your loss. Fred was a wonderful person and we feel so thankful that we knew him.
Trista Peck says
I love you so much papa you were my hero my world my rock my ear that listened to me when the world was pulling me down! I know your free of pain now and can look over us from above! I’m soo thankful to have a mentor, friend and grandpa like you to mold me to who I am today! You will be missed dearly but your memories will forever be with me and the ones who loved you
Beth Riggs says
I am sad to learn of Fred’s passing, but so thankful for knowing him during his service to our church and community. I will always remember him with his quirky smile and sense of humor. May God send his comfort and peace to Marge and the Family.
Love from Beth and Vic
Pam Rogge says
I am sorry to hear of Fred’s passing, he will be missed! My prayers and condolences are with Marge and the rest of Fred’s loved ones. May special memories be of comfort to you in the days ahead.
Love, Pam
Carol J Plympton says
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you in this time of loss. May the good Lord hold you tightly and bring back all the special memories you had with Fred. Hugs to all
Karen Morris says
I was deeply saddened to see that Fred passed away. I have never known another gardener as talented/gifted as he was. Despite his attempts to share the skill, I fear I never quite managed to accomplish as much. My main contribution to his gardening was the large quantities of Jobie recycling I deposited. I will always remember how we laughed about that. Fred had a one-of-a-kind laugh and a true talent for finding a solution to any issue you might pose–not to mention the tool to accomplish it. I will always be thankful that our paths crossed in life. That was a true blessing. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us. God bless.
Dwayne Taylor says
So sorry to hear that Fred has left us, but for a greater place we enjoyed bowling with Fred and Marge back in the 90’s and of course having Hunter and our Andy grow up together, Fred was a special person. Praying your special memories will comfort all of you at this sad time. Karen and Dwayne Taylor
Gina says
Oh my lord. I am so sorry for the loss of Fred. He was a very great man even though I had not seen him in years. Marge and his kids please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always
Harriet Sleaford Jansen says
Marge and all of the family. Our 💞and prayers are with you. Remember the good times spent with him. Your memories and God will help you cope. Sorry we will not be able to make it back. Love, Harriet & Veryl
David Smith says
I enjoyed teaching Hunter Education class with Fred.
I was glad that I had a visit with him at the fair.
Remember the memories that you had together.
My condolences to the family for your loss.
May our Lord Jesus comfort you in your loss.
Holly (Griebel-Askin) Orr says
A wonderful man who always made you fell special, like family. I’m so sorry for you loss.
Kathy Loveland says
Hugs to the family! My memories of Fred were mostly every time our family (gonsioroski’s) would come and go to Alaska. We would always make the stop in miles city and all us kids would run around like crazy banjies, lol. I remember him as always teasing us with a hearty laugh and smile. May you all find peace in your precious memories of him!!
Erika Marmon says
I’m so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing! I only got to know him for a short time, but I feel blessed to have known him. To Marge and all his family, I am sincerely sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. He always had a great smile, a twinkle in his eye, and usually a smart remark 😄. I will miss his sense of humor 💗
Erin O'Connor says
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I met Fred several years ago when he was still active with the Custer Rod & Gun Club and i decided to start trap shooting. He and John Hartwick taught me most of what i know and i enjoyed them both. They were both there the first time i shot my first round of 25, and i can still hear Fred telling me, “just get up there and shoot. Don’t think, just shoot.” I still remind myself of that often to this day. Fred always had to give me a hard time when i’d see him and we’d have to visit a bit if i saw him at a gun show. I think we had a similar sense of humor, ha ha. He will be missed and i’m grateful for all he taught me.
Scott Cotton says
Always loved being around my Uncle Fred! He was the last of my Dads siblings. Prayers to Aunt Marge and my cousins.