Steven Paul Nygaard, age 61, of Wolf Point, Montana, passed away August 7, 2021, at his home on the farm with his family by his side.
Steve was born on August 11, 1959 in Wolf Point, Montana to Burle and Lillian (Black) Nygaard, he was the fifth of six children. He was raised on the family farm north of Wolf Point and graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1978. In high school he participated in football, basketball, and wrestling, with football being his favorite sport. After high school he worked on various plumbing projects which took him to Nett Lake, Minnesota. He later attended Eastern Montana College where he made life-long friends. In 1981 he worked for a seismograph company as an operator and mechanic again making life-long friends while working in Texas, California, Utah, Wyoming and Montana. In 1988 Steve followed in his father’s footsteps and began farming. Steve loved his farming life, especially harvest, and spent many hours reading and researching farm related topics. He enjoyed shop talk about farming, equipment and vehicles. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. In 1991 Steve married Linda DenBoer of Dupuyer, Montana. She joined him in farming and on June 15th they celebrated 30 years together.
Steve is survived by his wife, Linda of Wolf Point, and their three children: Katrina Nygaard of Bellingham, WA, Paul Nygaard of Wolf Point, and Maegen Sayles Settlemires of Pensacola, FL, and her three children. He is also survived by two sisters and three brothers: Linda Marie Nygaard of Vashon, WA, her sons Luke (Angela) Danielson and Ryan (Christine) Thomas; Duane Nygaard of Wolf Point, his children Payden and Lindsey Nygaard; Randy Nygaard of Sedalia, CO; Brenda Weeks of Wolf Point, her children Walker (Rhiannon) and Jessica Weeks; and Bradley (Caroline) Nygaard of Chelan, WA, his daughters Nicholette and Miranda Nygaard, as well as two special aunts Lyla Pugsley and May Blysak, great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Burle and Lillian Nygaard. Steve loved those that he left behind too soon. He will be missed until we meet again.
A Celebration of Life Service for family and friends will take place at his home, August 21, 2021 at 5:00pm, with a potluck lunch following the service. Pastor Greg Holler-Dinsmore will officiate the service. Cremation has taken place, arrangements by Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Honorary Pallbearers: All of his friends.
Thanks for the friends who are always there when needed and thanks for the angels that staff the hospitals and clinics, they are truly heaven sent. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Sidney Cancer Treatment Center at sidneyhealth.org or Sidney Cancer Treatment Center, 216 14th Ave SW, Sidney, MT 59270.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
5:00 p.m.
Saturday August 21, 2021
Nygaard Farm
5961 Hwy 250 W
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
5:00 p.m.
Saturday August 21, 2021
Nygaard Farm
5961 Hwy 250 W
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Share
Karel Lynn Schutt says
Linda, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Terry McAnally says
Our condolences to all of Steve’s friends and family.
Ben Redekopp says
Sorry for your loss
Jean Archdale says
There are just no words, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alfred B. Azure, Sr says
I’m sorry to hear about Steve’s passing. I did some work for him when I first started contracting, and he always treated me fair. My condolences to Linda and the rest of his family.
Punkie says
My Sincerest Condolences Linda And Family.
Laura Christoffersen says
Linda and all of the Nygaard family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dale M Buckles says
My condolences to the entire family of Steve. Steve was a good man, friend and classmate. See you soon my friend.
Annie Block says
Linda, Steve is free of his horrible illness and at peace now. Remind yourself of this during the difficult days ahead and find your peace on your own prayers. Thinking of you all. 🙏
Kim McCrea Frazer says
Linda,
I’m so very sorry for you and your family’s loss of Steve. He was a good and sweet man. I must confess I loved his beautiful green eyes – there weren’t many of us with green eyes! I enjoyed going to grade school through high school with him. It was wonderful to reconnect with him and meet you during Stampedes at home in Wolf Point.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Kim McCrea Frazer
scott taylor says
To Linda and family and all the Nygaard brothers and sisters….Gail and I are so sorry to hear about Steve but know that this part of his life is over and his best is just beginning….Steve was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him….God Bless…..Scott and Gail Taylor
Tana (Langager) Mayo says
My heart goes out to Steve’s family and good buddies.
He was loved by many and will be deeply missed.
I will remember him fondly… his easygoing friendly nature… his great smile. All my love! Tana
R.J. & Arlene Doornek says
Hello, Linda and Family.
We are sorry for the loss of your beloved. Steve. Although my visits with Steve were not frequent in recent years, I always enjoyed his challenging conversation and his strong convictions. He had a wry sense of humor that would often lead to a healthy debate, followed by a green-eyed smile, a handshake and a beer. I enjoyed Steve and will miss him. I hope, Linda, that you and the family will be comforted by your fond memories of Steve and knowing that he now shares in God’s heavenly banquet.
Nancy Hopson says
Linda, Katrina and Paul,
So sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. I enjoyed visiting with him at the Cancer Center while we were getting our treatments. He will be missed, you are in our prayers.
Nancy & Doug Hopson
Cathy McGurk Ripley says
To the entire Nygaard family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Steve was a classmate and friend. His kindness and generosity was felt by all. I will always remember Steve as the shy cowboy in Sixth grade who made the new girl laugh and feel welcome. Love, Cathy McGurk Ripley
Mary Holskey says
Linda, I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Know you and the family are being held in many hearts. Love and care, Mary and Dean Holskey
Laurie Suppes says
So sorry for your loss
Cindy Stensland says
Linda, Katrina, and Paul , my heart is breaking for you. Steve as you know was a great guy and will be missed by so many. I’m sure he is in heaven rejoicing with all his family and friends. Rest In Peace Steve . May God watch over you all and hold you near.
Cindy Stensland
Rick and Sheila Dyck says
Steve was a great guy and we are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cadillac Courchene says
Sorry to hear of Steve ‘s condition and of his passing 💎 My heartfelt thoughts are with you all Curtis 👍
Dallas O’Connor says
Linda,
I had no idea I am so very sorry for your loss stay strong girl.
Dallas
Sheila Greybull and family says
My condolences to the beautiful,kind and caring Nygaard family!! My heart knows the hurt of losing my brother and wish I could be there just to hug you guys!!! So sorry my dear friends,please know we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow!! Love you guys,!!!
Nadine Adams says
So many great memories of our friend Steve. Our condolences and prayers for his family. God’s blessings to you all.
Cam Martin says
To the Nygaard families so sorry to hear about Steve. Steve was such a nice guy to be around always was positive about life take care Cam Martin & family.
Monica Hanson Plouffe says
So sorry for your loss!! He was my neighbor for 2 years & just very kind hearted!!
John and Eva Johnson says
Oh Linda, we are so sorry. We just heard about Steve’s passing this afternoon. May you have comfort in memories and know that people care. Hugs to you , my friend and to your family.
John and Eva Johnson
John and Eva Johnson says
Thinking of you and your family. We had not heard about Steve’s passing until this afternoon. A special hug to you, my friend and to your family.
Lori (Hoch) Bosley says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Steve was way too young. He was a good friend of my older brothers and the Nygaards were all special neighbors of ours. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.