George Yerger, 80, died, surrounded by his family, on Friday, April 19, 2002, at Deaconess Billings Clinic after battling the effects and complications of a stroke he had suffered three years earlier. After his stroke and up until his death, George was cared for at home by his beloved wife. George passed from this life with the same pride and dignity with which he lived it.
George was born on June 4, 1921, in Hardin, to John and Eva (Lackman) Yerger. He was raised on the family farms in the Hardin and Forsyth areas. The family relocated to Shepherd, where George worked the family farm. In 1944, George married Helen Frickel. To this union, three daughters were born. In 1960, George retired from farming and began employment at the Yellowstone Country Shop. He worked on the bridge crew and as a road grader operator for 23 years. He retired in 1983.
George was an enthusiastic gardener, an avid bowler and loved playing pinochle with his family and friends. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. He took special delight in attending all of his grandchildren's sporting events. George was always there for his family. He provided guidance, love and a helping hand with all of their endeavors. These are the things his family will treasure and remember forever.
He is survived by Helen, his wife of 57 years; his three daughters, Judy (Vernon) West of Billings, Ruby (Lyle) Moore of Roundup, Georgia (Chuck) Walter of Billings; six grandsons, Darwin and Dale West, Ronald and Randy Moore, Jason and Brandon Walter; 10 great-grandchildren plus nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
His parents, four sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Congregational Church, Monday April 22. Services will be officiated by Reverend David Dickbernd. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Fellowship and a luncheon at Pilgrim Congregational Church will follow the grave side services. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church or to the charity of your choice. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Printed in The Billings Gazette, Billings, MT on page 8C, Sunday, April 21, 2002
George was born on June 4, 1921, in Hardin, to John and Eva (Lackman) Yerger. He was raised on the family farms in the Hardin and Forsyth areas. The family relocated to Shepherd, where George worked the family farm. In 1944, George married Helen Frickel. To this union, three daughters were born. In 1960, George retired from farming and began employment at the Yellowstone Country Shop. He worked on the bridge crew and as a road grader operator for 23 years. He retired in 1983.
George was an enthusiastic gardener, an avid bowler and loved playing pinochle with his family and friends. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. He took special delight in attending all of his grandchildren's sporting events. George was always there for his family. He provided guidance, love and a helping hand with all of their endeavors. These are the things his family will treasure and remember forever.
He is survived by Helen, his wife of 57 years; his three daughters, Judy (Vernon) West of Billings, Ruby (Lyle) Moore of Roundup, Georgia (Chuck) Walter of Billings; six grandsons, Darwin and Dale West, Ronald and Randy Moore, Jason and Brandon Walter; 10 great-grandchildren plus nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
His parents, four sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Congregational Church, Monday April 22. Services will be officiated by Reverend David Dickbernd. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Fellowship and a luncheon at Pilgrim Congregational Church will follow the grave side services. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church or to the charity of your choice. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Printed in The Billings Gazette, Billings, MT on page 8C, Sunday, April 21, 2002
George Yerger, 80, died, surrounded by his family, on Friday, April 19, 2002, at Deaconess Billings Clinic after battling the effects and complications of a stroke he had suffered three years earlier. After his stroke and up until his death, George was cared for at home by his beloved wife. George passed from this life with the same pride and dignity with which he lived it.
George was born on June 4, 1921, in Hardin, to John and Eva (Lackman) Yerger. He was raised on the family farms in the Hardin and Forsyth areas. The family relocated to Shepherd, where George worked the family farm. In 1944, George married Helen Frickel. To this union, three daughters were born. In 1960, George retired from farming and began employment at the Yellowstone Country Shop. He worked on the bridge crew and as a road grader operator for 23 years. He retired in 1983.
George was an enthusiastic gardener, an avid bowler and loved playing pinochle with his family and friends. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. He took special delight in attending all of his grandchildren's sporting events. George was always there for his family. He provided guidance, love and a helping hand with all of their endeavors. These are the things his family will treasure and remember forever.
He is survived by Helen, his wife of 57 years; his three daughters, Judy (Vernon) West of Billings, Ruby (Lyle) Moore of Roundup, Georgia (Chuck) Walter of Billings; six grandsons, Darwin and Dale West, Ronald and Randy Moore, Jason and Brandon Walter; 10 great-grandchildren plus nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
His parents, four sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Congregational Church, Monday April 22. Services will be officiated by Reverend David Dickbernd. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Fellowship and a luncheon at Pilgrim Congregational Church will follow the grave side services. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church or to the charity of your choice. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Printed in The Billings Gazette, Billings, MT on page 8C, Sunday, April 21, 2002
George was born on June 4, 1921, in Hardin, to John and Eva (Lackman) Yerger. He was raised on the family farms in the Hardin and Forsyth areas. The family relocated to Shepherd, where George worked the family farm. In 1944, George married Helen Frickel. To this union, three daughters were born. In 1960, George retired from farming and began employment at the Yellowstone Country Shop. He worked on the bridge crew and as a road grader operator for 23 years. He retired in 1983.
George was an enthusiastic gardener, an avid bowler and loved playing pinochle with his family and friends. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. Above all, George loved and enjoyed his family. He took special delight in attending all of his grandchildren's sporting events. George was always there for his family. He provided guidance, love and a helping hand with all of their endeavors. These are the things his family will treasure and remember forever.
He is survived by Helen, his wife of 57 years; his three daughters, Judy (Vernon) West of Billings, Ruby (Lyle) Moore of Roundup, Georgia (Chuck) Walter of Billings; six grandsons, Darwin and Dale West, Ronald and Randy Moore, Jason and Brandon Walter; 10 great-grandchildren plus nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
His parents, four sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Congregational Church, Monday April 22. Services will be officiated by Reverend David Dickbernd. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Fellowship and a luncheon at Pilgrim Congregational Church will follow the grave side services. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church or to the charity of your choice. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Printed in The Billings Gazette, Billings, MT on page 8C, Sunday, April 21, 2002
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