Dave Henry Schledewitz passed away at Silver Springs Assisted Living in Townsend, MT on July 12, 2019. Dad was born on September 5, 1924 near Froid, MT to Dan and Ella (Krueger) Schledewitz. He graduated from Culbertson High School in 1942 and was drafted into the Army in May of 1943 and served in the Pacific Theater until December 1945. He returned to Culbertson and met Dorothy Damm at a dance at the Legion Hall. Mom and Dad were married on November 9, 1946 in Froid. From this union 3 children were born, Clyde, Sheryl and Arliss. They farmed north of Culbertson for a few years, later moving to Culbertson where he was employed by Oelkers Service Station and for Culbertson Implement as a parts man for John Deere. Dad transferred with John Deere in January 1967 to Townsend, MT where he was employed with Strong and Bradley Implement. He worked for United Building Center for a short time and later went to work for the Helena School System as a Maintenance Engineer retiring in 1988. Dad and Mom spent the next 16 winters in Yuma AZ where they enjoyed the warm weather and made many lasting friendships and a Saturday night dance was often enjoyed. They traveled with their motorhome and also took several bus trips across the U.S. One of the bus trips was to Washington D.C. for the World War II Memorial Dedication and Dave also took two Honor Flight trips. They enjoyed two vacations to Germany and one to Hawaii.
Dad enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, playing cards and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the Volunteer Fire Dept in Culbertson and Townsend and served on the church council in both communities. Dad enjoyed following the Townsend Bulldogs high school sports and watching baseball and football.
Dad is survived by his son Clyde (Carol) of East Helena, Sheryl (Clayton McElravy) of Townsend and Arliss (Dave Sakos) of Rapid City, SD. He is also survived by grandson Travis (Rhonda) Schledewitz of Helena, granddaughters Kris (Shane Schmaus) of Montana City, Keirstin Bristow of Moorehead MN and Michelle (Greg Scott) of Helena. Great grandchildren Jayme, Adam, Kaylee, Alayna, Ava and Joshua. Also his sister Lorena Hekkel of Culbertson and Ila Mattingley of Yuma AZ. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy of 67 years, parents, brothers Lavern, Wilbert, Ray and sister Lenora. Our family would like to thank Tony and Emily Simonson and the staff at Silver Springs Assisted Living for the love and excellent care they gave him for the past 2 ½ years, Frontier Hospice and to Dr. Diane Nowak and her staff.
Funeral services will be Friday, July 19 with a visitation at 10:00 a.m. with a family and friends service starting at 11:00 a.m. at the Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 North Montana Ave, Helena. A luncheon will immediately follow the service at the funeral home reception hall. Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Silver Springs Assisted Living, 35 Carroll Drive, Townsend, MT 59644 or the donor’s choice. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share of memory of Dad.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
10:00 a.m.
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Reception
To follow the service
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
Social Hall
,
Burial
To follow the reception
Friday July 19, 2019
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
3550 Hero's Rd
Fort Harrison, Montana
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
10:00 a.m.
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Reception
To follow the service
Friday July 19, 2019
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
Social Hall
,
Burial
To follow the reception
Friday July 19, 2019
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
3550 Hero's Rd
Fort Harrison, Montana
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Clara Zabrocki says
Dave was a very dear friend of mine. He and his wife Dorothy as well. We had many good times together and lots of great laughs. I will miss you my friend Dave. To his family-I love you dearly and I hope that we still stay in close contact. Dave you will never be forgotten. I love you-Clara
Peggy Kenney says
He was a real nice man. He was more than nice. He always had a cute way of teasing. We miss him already -Peggy Kenney
Jacque Bottomley says
He was a very nice man and we are going to miss him – Jacque Bottomley
Silver Springs Assisted Living Staff says
Dave was a very sweet man. Always in good spirits and loved a good laugh especially if the joke was on Tony Simonsen. He was very generous with his cheetos and sure loved all the kiddos. We will never forget how he loved to spend his mornings with a cup of coffee and talking with Keeley our resident baby. How could we not miss such a big presence like Dave! Our deepest condolences to his family and prayers of comfort at this difficult time in you life we will pray that God will grant you the serenity and peace you need to get through this difficult time. Stay strong and know that you are remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Nothing but love-Silver Springs Assisted Living Staff
Madison Robischon says
Dave never failed to make me smile each shift I spent at Silver Springs. I loved spending moments at the breakfast table over coffee or in the evening watching sports and listening to stories of the past. I will always remember those times and the countless lessons he had to share.
John Q Grainger says
Dave and Lavern were two of the finest men I had the pleasure of knowing. My sincere condolences to the family
Roxie Miller says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers,
Roxie and Loren
Joni Chenoweth says
Dave was such a kind, considerate, and hard-working gentleman. In the 35 years I taught at Capital High, he was undoubtedly the gold standard of day maintenance people. He cared about the school, and more importantly about the people there and meeting their needs with a smile. Heartfelt sympathy to Dave’s family. He was a gem!
Nancy Yager says
We here at Touchmark were blessed to have his presence in our community for several years. He was such a positive influence to so many. Many fond memories of his WWII stories that he shared with us and the respect he had for the country in which he served was admirable. My condolences to you all.
Donna Francisco says
Please know I am thinking about you all and praying for you all! Losing our parents is so very difficult. I hope you will find peace in knowing they are once again together and in heaven’s bliss. Much love and many hugs!!
Laurie Nugent says
Terry and I send our condolences with the passing of Dave. He was friendly to all and fun to see at the ball games in Townsend. We enjoyed getting to know Dave at church.
John and Sharon Borer says
Sorry to hear about Dave. He was a likeable person, and the memories you have will sustain you. Good talking to you and catching up the other day. Take care.
John and Sharon Borer
Brad & Erin Cobban says
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a great friend of mom and dads. He will be greatly missed. Hold onto the wonderful memories you all shared. May time heal your hearts.