Frank Allen Whitmus Jr, age 92, passed away October 27, 2021 at his home in Sand Creek, west of Vida. Frank was the fourth born of 11 children to Frank Sr. and Marjorie Whitmus on January 15, 1929 in Wolf Point, MT. He grew up on the Whitmus Homestead, established in 1913, and graduated from Wolf Point High School.
Frank married the love of his life, Doris Kuehne, on December 6, 1953, in the midst of being drafted into the US Army. As newlyweds, they were stationed in Colorado and California prior to Frank being sent off to the Korean War with his Sentry Dog Unit. He was deployed for a year and a half, where he and his dog, Rick, patrolled and protected the post and ammunition. Upon returning from the service they moved back to the farm, where they raised their two children, Steve and Dalinda. In 1966 Frank Jr. and Doris purchased the farm from his parents. He took great pride in his land, farming, and raising cattle.
Frank never met a stranger; he loved to visit and was always available to help a neighbor in need. He will be remembered by many for his quick wit and sense of humor. He loved spending time with family, reconnecting with his army buddies at reunions, playing in the weekly men’s golf league, traveling, watching sports, history, reading the newspaper, and telling stories. For many years, he was the local Vigortone sales representative. Frank served on the Circle and Sand Creek School Boards, McCone County ASCS Board, and 16 years on McCone County FSA Board.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Doris, children Steve and Dalinda (Chuck) Randolph, grandchildren Tim (Jodi) Boysun, Alisha Whitmus, Nicole and Danielle Randolph, 7 great grandchildren, siblings William, Donald (AnnaMae), Dorothy, and James (Pat), sister-in-law Delores Whitmus, brothers-in-law Jerry (Raema) Kuehne and Jack Tolan, many dear nieces and nephews, and countless friends and neighbors. Frank is preceded in death by his parents, siblings Helen (Raymond Martin, Reuben) Berg, Connie (Peyton) Terry, Lloyd Whitmus, sisters-in-law Helen Whitmus, Virginia Tolan and Carol Rensvold and brothers-in-law Jim Mill, Loyd (Lucille) Kuehne, Lenard Kuehne.
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday November 4, 2021
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday November 5, 2021
First Lutheran Church
415 Johnson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday November 4, 2021
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday November 5, 2021
First Lutheran Church
415 Johnson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Denise Strand Stambaugh says
Condolences to the Whitmus families as they go through these trying days ahead. Blessings for each of you. ❤️🙏❤️
Jerry Kuehne says
Frank was my brother-in-law. He was an honest, caring man who always helped me from when I was young and he gave me a job. We worked together often on the farm and had great times together whether working on equipment, harvesting hay, or working on buildings. I am so thankful for Frank and will remember him always.
Tim Cody says
RIP, Frankie!! Hit ’em straight and sink all those putts up there!!
Debi & Jim Schillinger says
Frank was a dear person and a wonderful friend. The cows he raised produced some of the greatest beef around! We will think of Frank so often & always in fondness. We wish his family solace during this difficult time. God Bless.
Kathy (Mickolio) Manders says
Doris, Dalinda, Steve, and your families
I am so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. So many good memories at your house and with 4-H! Doris you were always kind to me – thank you for that – such an endearing smile. Dalinda – always giggling and full of fun (probably some mischief mixed in there too? You are your father’s daughter!) And Steve – it’s been a long time but I remember you always helping your dad and those Christmas programs at the old school! Mom and Dad sure enjoyed them, too! Good memories – hang on to them. You are all in my prayers as is Frankie. Peace of Christ to you all…
Patty & Steven Berge says
I’m sure my parents (Wilbur and Lucille) are welcoming another wonderful family friend and Sand Creek neighbor in Heaven with them.
Frankie was always willing to stop and chat whenever we were in close proximity.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and deepest sympathy as you gather to celebrate Frankie’s long and productive life.