James (Jim) Edward Fiedler, age 71 of Helena, passed away on November 18, 2011 at the Elkhorn Health and Rehabilitation Center in Clancy after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 27, 1940 in Westport, Minnesota to Edward and Martha (Weiner) Fiedler.
After graduating from high school, Jim attended Mechanic Trade School. He married Theresa Steinhoff in Sauk Centre, Minnesota on September 8, 1962 and later divorced. Jim’s career was spent as heavy equipment mechanic. He enjoyed wood working, gardening, hunting, and firefighting. He attended and was a member of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in East Helena.
He was preceded in death by his father, Edward; brother, Edward and his son, Scott. He is survived by his mother, Martha of Sauk Centre, MN; his children, Michael (Freddi Haab) of Helena, MT; Gordon of Farmington, NM and Annette Miller of Graham, WA; sister, Rosalie (Dennis) Loxtercamp of Big Lake, MN; brothers, Jean (Pat) of Sauk Centre, MN; Harold (Marilyn) of Sauk Centre, MN; sister Alicen (Ted) Barrett of Dunedin, FL and Dan (Rita) of Two Rivers, WI. Grandchildren, Tim (Felicia) Fiedler of East Helena, MT; Destiny Alberts of East Helena, MT and Zach and Eirik Miller of Graham, WA. Jim also is survived by numerous nieces and nephews in Minnesota. He also survived by his ex-wife Theresa with whom he remained friends.
The family would like to thank Dr. Wiener, hospice and the staff at Elkhorn Health and Rehabilitation Center for caring for Jim throughout his illness. Per his wishes he has been cremated and there will be a memorial service Saturday, November 26, 2011 from 3-5 pm at Retz Funeral Home. His ashes will be interned at a later date in Sauk Centre, MN.
Memorials may be sent in Jims’ name to Hospice of St. Peter’s Hospital, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601 or to the Elkhorn Health & Rehab, 474 St. Hwy 282, Clancy, MT 59634. To offer condolence or share a memory of Jim, please visit: www.retzfuneralhome.com.
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terry Lopez says
My deepest sympathy to the family. I have know Annette since we were in 6th grade together. My heart goes out to the whole family.
Leon & Marsha Belville says
So sorry about your Dad. I called and talked to Annette but Mike and Freddi we wanted you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Marsha and Leon Belville
Betty Brewer says
I would like to extend my deepest condolences for Jim’s family. I got the wonderful pleasure of meeting Jim when he lived at Eagles Manor and I was the Manager. He was such a sweet, kind man and didn’t complain about his situation. I know that God was watching over him and allowed him to be on this earth for a lot longer than originally expected. My prayers for you all is that God holds you in his loving arms and grants you his peace. Jim is smiling down on you all in Heaven and he wants to see you smiling back. My prayers are with you all