It is with great sorrow that Drew K. Routzahn, age 87, of East Helena, passed away September 22, 2018 after a long battle with cancer.
Drew was born in Anaconda, MT January 16, 1931 to Kenneth and Mable Routzahn. He attended Helena High School where he met his high school sweetheart, Blanche Lees, and graduated in 1948. Drew and Blanche were married on Oct. 8, 1949 and had three beautiful children who were the most important part of their lives.
Drew joined the Navy, but was immediately discharged with a medical condition. He worked many jobs throughout his career, and retired from the State of Montana as a Senior Programmer Analyst after 30 years.
Drew was a devoted husband and father who loved to travel, fish, bowl, play golf and most importantly attend University of Montana football games. During his life he was a member of many service organizations, including the Knights of Columbus where he was recently active, and a Fourth Degree Knight. Drew will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew and loved him.
Drew was preceded in death by his loving wife, Blanche (2007), and his grandson, Daniel Sparks (1978).
Drew is survived by his sister Bev Schmidt of Helena; children, Keith (Chris) Routzahn of Helena, Michelle (Danny) Money of Helena, Kenneth (Pam) Routzahn of Butte; grandchildren, Keri (Tomas) Maes, Kalli (Jerry) Kind, Kurt (Hilde) Routzahn, Jae Routzahn, Lloyd (Bandie) Sparks, Danielle (Zach) Hewitt; great-grandchildren, Emilie Maes, Janie Maes, Katie Maes, Ava Kind, Ella Kind, Kaden (Cheyenne) Routzahn, Kenzie Routzahn, Haylie Wolf, Kimberly Wolf, Aluna Sparks, Marissa Money and Maria Money-Hewitt; great-great-granddaughter, RaeLee Routzahn; nephews Scot Schmidt, Doug Schmidt, Brad Schmidt and Becky Fitzpatrick niece and many cousins to at least name Dave (Betty) Routzahn, Dave (Cyndi) Routzahn, Ron Routzahn, Randy Routzahn, Londa Routzahn, Nan Wheatley, and Pam Martinez.
Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m., Friday, September 28, 2018 at S S Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 120 W Riggs St, in East Helena. Burial will follow at Forestvale Cemetery. A reception will be held following the burial, at Stoney Brook Village Club House, Montana City, MT at 3:00 p.m. all are invited. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Drew.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
12:00 p.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
S S Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church
120 W Riggs St
East Helena, Montana 59635
Reception
3:00 p.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
Stoney Brook Village Club House
Montana City, Montana 59634
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
12:00 p.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
S S Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church
120 W Riggs St
East Helena, Montana 59635
Reception
3:00 p.m.
Friday September 28, 2018
Stoney Brook Village Club House
Montana City, Montana 59634
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Mary Patzer says
Michelle, I am sorry to hear about your dad. Both him and your mom were such a big part of bantam bowlers. I am sorry to say I will be out of town Friday. My prayers and thoughts are with your and your family during this time.
Paul Stavropoulos says
Keith(Chris),Dave(Cindi)&Ron, and all of the family members.Sorry to hear of Drew’s passing. I only knew him for a short time but t always enjoyed his company.Bev and I offer our condolences and prayers
Rhonda Robertson says
Dear Bev and Family,
So sorry to hear about your dear brother. May all the fond memories you hold close within your heart sustain you in the days ahead. You have my heartfelt and deepest sympathy. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda Robertson
Valerie Hamer Eickmeyer says
Routzahn family—prayers to your family. I loved tailgating with him at th Griz games. He will be missed.
Jeanie Schmidt says
So sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Drew at Griz games. Such a good guy.
Roy Moreno says
I am so sorry of hearing that Drew has left us I have known drew from the old Imperial Lanes
He and Blanche we my bowling coach along with Tony Virosko I also worked with Drew an Blanche at Treasure State Transit mu prayers to the Routzahn family he will be missed R I P DREW go Griz beat the kitty cats
Dick and Lana Mooney says
We are so very sorry to read of Drew’s passing. May the family have many wonderful memories to keep close to thier hearts. He was a wonderful gentleman, may he now rest in God’s arms.
Dick/ Lana Mooney says
We are so very sorry to read of Drew’s passing. May the family have many wonderful memories to keep close to thier hearts. He was a wonderful gentleman, may he now rest in God’s arms.
Dick Lana Mooney says
We are so very sorry to read of Drew’s passing. May the family have many wonderful memories to keep close to thier hearts. He was a wonderful gentleman, may he now rest in God’s arms.
Jeanne Dorrington says
Drew was a thoughtful, kind and compassionate companion to our mom, Mary Lou Horne. She appreciated his attention and enjoyed spending time with him. He definitely added quality to her life. Rest in peace, Drew.