Alfred Lloyd Myles passed away Thursday, August 3rd. He was born to Robert Herd Myles and Florence Helen (Marks) Myles of Winston, MT on April 19, 1940. Al attended schools at Clasoil, East Helena and Townsend. He graduated in 1958 and entered the Army National Guard. He was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas and sent to Germany in April 1959, stationed there during the building of the wall. During his Army service, Al earned many rifle sharpshooting awards.
Al was discharged from the Army in 1960 and bought the family ranch in 1961. He worked alongside his father, and continued to do so after his father’s passing. He married Molly Sue Alex on November 18th 1962.
Al was a volunteer fireman with Winston Fire Department for many years, and was Fire Chief during some of that time.
After retiring from the ranch, Al and Molly travelled the Southwest and Western US. Even during retirement, he couldn’t stay still. He helped neighbors with combining and driving truck whenever possible.
Al was well known for loving to dance, telling stories, and enjoying a good beer with friends.
Al and Molly were married for 54 years and had two daughters, Kerri and Connie.
Al was preceded in death by his wife Molly in March of this year. He was also preceded by his parents Robert and Florence, brother Harold Myles, sister Margaret Glynn and nephew Kenneth Myles. He is survived by daughters Kerri (Scott) of East Helena, and Connie (John) York, SC.; three grandchildren Joshua Meng, Myrtle Beach, SC; Zachary Meng, Oakdale, CT; and Kelly Moldenhauer (Kayleigh) East Helena; two great-grandchildren Makayla and Cooper Moldenhauer, brother in law Don Glynn, niece Lori Williams, nephew Gary Glynn, nephew Ralph Myles, niece Candy.
Please see below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Al.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday August 11, 2017
Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church
20 Trailhead Drive
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Immediatly following Funeral Service
Friday August 11, 2017
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend, Montana 59644
Reception
Friday August 11, 2017
Commercial Bar
101 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday August 11, 2017
Trailhead Christian Fellowship Church
20 Trailhead Drive
Townsend, Montana 59644
Graveside Service
Immediatly following Funeral Service
Friday August 11, 2017
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend, Montana 59644
Reception
Friday August 11, 2017
Commercial Bar
101 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
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Gay Ann Masolo says
Bob and I send our love and sympathy. He was always a dear friend . Bob and Alfred had so much fun in high school. We had many good times with Alfred and Molly. It is difficult to lose both parents in such a short span. Hugs and prayers, Bob and Gay Ann
Yvonne & Tex Pate says
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad probably thought it was time to reunite with your mom. Our warmest thoughts are with you.
Tex and Yvonne
Debbie Reed says
Kenny and I are so sorry for your loss Connie and Kerry! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Arnold & Lorraine Woodring7 says
So sorry for your loss.Sad to loose both parents when you are so young.
Wish we could go to Alfred’s funeral, but we have to be out town the 11th.
Please accept our condolences.