Donald L Redmond passed away November 10,2020 from complications of a stroke. Don was born to Jesse and Lucille Redmond in Enderlin, North Dakota on April 11, 1932. He was the oldest of 5 children. He grew up and schooled in Enderlin.
On June 2, 1956 he married an Enderlin girl by the name of Janice Waldhalm . By 1961 they had 4 kids, Teresa, Larry, Kevin and Pat. They lived in West Fargo, N. Dakota during the early years of his 40+ year meat cutting career.
In 1966 they packed up the kids, a few belongings and headed West, destination unknown. They settled in Helena, Mt. where Don continued to work as a meat cutter. Many folks still remember him as “Red” from Bach & Callahan’s Market and Helena Avenue Meats in the 6th Ward. Don’s final years of meat cutting were at Heritage IGA in East Helena where he retired at age 62.
Dad was so happy to live in Montana. In early years every weekend was a time to explore something new. Somehow, he found driving on a skinny little mountain road with a 2-wheel drive Sedan and a car full of squirming kids adventurous; Or taking that same sedan, with mother in law included, up Hogback Lookout for a picnic and knocking a hole in the oil pan, another adventure. His most favorites times in life were spent hunting, fishing, boating and camping with his family and there were lots of those times. A highlight was his annual fishing trip to Northern Canada that would always land on his wedding anniversary (but he never forgot his wedding anniversary that way). If he wasn’t fishing in the remote waters of Canada, he would often be trolling on one of the many lakes around Helena.
Dad loved to play cards, always for money. If you happened to be one of his young grandchildren, you learned quick that you needed a few quarters to play and most important you play by his rules because they are the right ones. He played in his Wednesday poker club with friends for as long as his kids can remember.
Don is preceded in death by his wife Janice, his grandson Matthew Lightbody, brothers Lloyd Redmond and Darrell Redmond, and sister Dorothy Janz.
He is survived by his children, Teresa (Jay) Lightbody of Helena, Larry (Debbie) Redmond of E. Helena, Kevin (Terri) Redmond of Las Vegas, and Pat Redmond of E. Helena. Grandchildren Andrew (Amy) Lightbody, Chase Redmond, Mallory Redmond, Lindsay (Matt) Whitehouse, Christina (Kevin) Dunn, Sam (Taryn) Redmond, Erin (Chris B’Hymer) Redmond, Kelsey (Cam) Johnson, Kevin Redmond. Great grandchildren; Riggs Lightbody, Tatum Lightbody, Kamryn Redmond, Kyndal Lowry, Brooklyn Dunn, Austyn Dunn, Kymber Redmond, Colton Redmond, Wyatt B’Hymer and baby Whitehouse. Sister, Carol Pudwill and numerous in-laws.
RIP Dad. Hope they have the Country Classics in Heaven!
Due to COVID there will be no funeral at this time. A private family blessing will be held and a celebration of life will take place at a later date. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Don.
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Rhonda Robertson says
Teresa and Family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. A very nice tribute to a life well lived. May fond memories bring comfort and joy to warm your heart during this difficult time. You have our most heartfelt sympathy.
Bruce and Rhonda (Strainer)Robertson
Kevin Killoran says
Sorry to hear about your dad. Allie always had fond memories of him
Mike Wavra says
So sorry to hear about Uncle Don’s passing. Love and peace to you.
Rita Garland says
So sorry for your loss.
Love,
Rita
Lisa Mistic says
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Don’s passing. I always appreciated how warm and good humored he was. And, I know what a good friend and brother-in-law he was to my parents. I pray for peace and comfort for all of Don’s loved ones. With deepest sympathies,
Lisa (Dunham) Mistic
Amy Thilmony says
Sorry to hear the news….I hope you find comfort in your memories 💕
Susan Rich says
So sorry to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Great memories with the Redmond family. Keeping all in my prayers.
Jodi Forcucci says
I’m so sorry to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Much love and prayers for you all.
Patti Godtel says
We’re so sorry to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Love and peace to you.
Love, Patti and Don Godtel
John M Hardebeck says
Prayers for you guys during this sorrowful time. Its so hard to lose a parent.
Mark
Joni Janz Peterson says
So sorry to hear about Uncle Don’s passing. We will miss him so very much and always remember the MT camping trips, time at Canyon Ferry, Rings tournaments in the East Helena backyard, and the many competitive card and dice games in the garage! These times with Don and the MT Redmond family warms my heart. I love you, and will miss your smile the most! RIP Uncle Don!
Joni Janz (Jeff) Peterson
Jordan (Alyssa) Sauvageau, Eloise & Thomas
Savanna (Daniel) Sauvageau, Quincey & Peyton
Curtis Stanghill says
Teresa and family,
So sorry for your loss, prayers for you and the family
Julie & Jim DeMars says
Teresa and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your dear dad’s passing. What a wonderful life he lived. We will keep you all close in thought and prayer.
Glenna Kendall says
Teresa and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I am so sorry.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Glenna Kendall
Jeff Waldhalm says
Teresa Larry Kevin Pat I am so sorry for your loss your dad was a good brother-in-law I member spending time with you when I was younger in West Fargo God’s peace
Marlys Weatherwx says
Don was one of favorites along with Jan.it was a blessing to know him.
Thought and prayers for the family of a good man.
Jackie + Sheryl Vaughn says
sherrylvaughn@gmail.com. We are so sorry to hear if your loss’s. Prayers are with your family.
Marjorie says
I am so sorry to learn about Donald’s passibng,.
One of his first jobs was working for his Uncle Loren on the farm.
When I started to attend school in Enderlin, I stayed with the Redmond
family when I was not able to get home with bad weather, The Redmond
family treateed me like I was one of the family.
Marjorie Anderson Stalcup
Marjorie Stalcup says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Marjorie
Carmen Leach says
Dear Teresa and Jay,
What a wonderful tribute to your Dad. RIP Don, can you just hear him shuffling cards? Wonder who’s rules he’s playing by now! Love to you guys.
Bob and Carmen
Pat Hunt says
Dear Teresa and Jay,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Don sounded like a wonderful character and he will be missed. Hugs to you and the Redmond Family. Pat
Scott St. Clair says
Teresa Pat and Family
My thoughts are with you. I will always remember you as an East Helena Family.
Scott St. Clair
Karen Houston says
I am so sorry to hear of Don’ s passing. Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Ken and Terri says
Larry, Deb and Family,
Heartbreaking to hear the passing of your dad & grandpa. The Ole “bar-be-que pulled pork poker, ship-captain-crew garage party was an event to remember. Don was wonderful. Kids loved it. Praying memories ease your sorrow.
Jeff Boster says
dear Redmond family,
My earliest memory of your Dad was at the meat counter on Helena ave, He always had a warm smile and of course a sample of salami or sausage! He was a gentle soul with a Beautiful family. God Bless.