Russell James “Jim” Fisher, age 86, Miles City formerly of Poplar passed away May 30, 2016.
Jim was born the oldest son to Russell and Myrtle Clifford Fisher on August 27, 1929.
He grew up south of the river near Brockton. He attended Armstrong, Culbertson and Brockton schools. He served in the Army and was honorably discharged in 1957. Jim married Monty LeVay in 1957 in Poplar and to this union they had three children Ed, Bobby and Julie. During his years he worked many jobs, but his true passion was farming and ranching. He loved his animals and to watch his crops grow. He was always available to lend a helping hand whenever needed.
Jim had many close friends to share a laugh with, trade stories, play cards or visit with. He loved to watch any type of rodeo live or on TV, with great enjoyment attending the NFR with the Reede’s, Kirn’s and crew.
Jim is survived by his wife of 58 years, Monty, children Ed (Lynette), Bobby and Julie; grandchildren: Jake, Michael, and Shelby; three great-grandchildren; and he is survived by one brother Larry. We were blessed to have him in our lives.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with a Vigil service being held at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 3, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery with full military honors. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements.
Service Schedule
Mass of Christian Burial
11:30am
Friday June 3, 2016
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Military Honors
Friday June 3, 2016
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Mass of Christian Burial
11:30am
Friday June 3, 2016
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Miles City, Montana 59301
Military Honors
Friday June 3, 2016
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Doug and Milly Eggebrecht says
Monte and Family! Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time! Remembering good times with you two! Jim was a Great guy! Hugs!
Darlyn Grainger says
Monte, Ed, Julie, Bobby & grandkids. So sorry for the loss of your beloved Jim. He was such a good man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless You All
Rocky and Nyla Braaten says
So sorry ,Rocky always got a kick out of Jim at the dances when he was playing. Praying for his family and friend . He will be miss. God Bless
Vandi McGowan Scott says
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was such a nice man. Thoughts and Prayers are with the family. He will be missed. Love you guys!
Diane Nees says
Dear Monty and family – Jim was one of the nicest person I have known, always a smile – Ted and I had some good times with Jim – he will surely be missed.
Paula LaDue Brunelle says
Sincere Sympathy to the family. What kind heart.
Iva Grainger says
Monty and family! Jim always had a smile on his face. He was a very kind man, may he rest
in peace! He will surely be missed! May he rest in peace.
Gwen Gourneau says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Monty and family. Jim was a good friend of mine when I worked at the buckhorn. He would always be joking and smiling and having fun. I will miss him. He will be missed by many. God bless you and your family.
Jack and Janet says
So sorry to hear about Jim. He, along with you, was some of our favorite Poplar people..so friendly and always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Geoff Hagadone says
Jim is now riding in greener pastures. I can say that I had the pleasure to grow up around this great man. I will sadly miss him and I pray for the Fisher family. It’s never easy to lose someone you love, but men like Jim don’t come around very often.
Jason Frederick says
What a great guy and family friend. Many memories of him growing up. Always willing to help out. Prayers to Monty and the rest of the family.
Lucy M. Redekopp says
My sincere condolence to the family. Monty you & Jim had a heart of gold. You & Jim were always loving and gentle people. Jim will be dearly missed I know he is riding the road of gold with the rest of old cowboys. God bless you all.
Lucy Mitchell
Jackie Hippe says
Monte and family so sorry to hear this news. What a gentleman and always nice to run into you and him. Prayers for you and the family
Darcy McGovern (Anderson) says
Monty,
My prayers are with you, Ed, Bobby, and Julie. I have many special memories of you and Jim. I always enjoyed our visits at Billings Clinic. Thinking of all of you.
Kim Garberg says
Monty, Ed, Bobby, Julie, we are so sorry to hear if Jim’s passing. So many great memories of Jim and how good he and all of you were to Grandpa and Grandma Pederson. Our prayers are with you all. Kim & Brian
Jerry & Jeanne Leinen says
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
Penny Kaleva says
My prayers are with the family of Jim. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. God Bless!
Gene & Peg Fisher says
Monty and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you. Jim always had a smile and was a joy to visit with. God bless you all.
Jim Patch says
Truly a good man.
Bruce Finneman says
Monty and Family,
Sorry to hear about Jim. He was sure good to this young school teacher. A wonderful big hearted man. You folks are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shari KnudsonEkwortzel says
Always a class act wherever this man was at a true cowboy at heart. Prayers to the family and his lovely wife Monty ??