On Monday, July 31, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, Myron Dale Laib passed away peacefully at home and joined Our Lord in heaven.
Myron’s life began in North Dakota where he was born to Adolph and Karolina (Kurle) Laib on March 14, 1942. He spent his childhood on the family farm near Regan, North Dakota until they moved to Bismarck in the mid 1950’s.
Myron attended Bismarck High School and graduated in 1960. Following graduation, Myron moved to Billings, Montana where he began his bakery career. His ambition quickly got him promoted to Bakery Manager at Buttrey’s. He was transferred to Bozeman and then Helena.
Myron married Verla Marie Wieber in 1962, and they welcomed three children: Tim, Tom and Tammy.
Myron was a successful businessman. Using the tools he learned from working at Buttrey’s for over 18 years, he launched his entrepreneurial spirit and built his own bakery with his family. He appropriately named the bakery “Triple T Bakery”, after his three children.
Along with the bakery, he purchased many real estate properties in and around Helena.
Myron was a competitive water skier and won numerous slalom ski competitions. He also barefoot skied, just for fun and the thrill of it. He played poker and later in life you could find him in the poker room at the Valley Hub enjoying a friendly game of Pinochle with his friends once a week or more.
Myron married Tamara Sue Bailey, the love of his life, on August 13, 1983. “It’s been a long 6 months”, they would often joke. Myron’s first bar was The Wilderness Bar in Lincoln, Montana. Then onto the Copper Queen in Helmville with his wifey, Tamara.
In 1991, Myron and Tamara expanded into the Valley Hub, then the Silver Spur in 1993, and then the Laibation Station in 2014, all in Helena, Montana.
Myron and Tamara worked side by side building successful businesses. Myron tapped into his childhood love of living on the farm by purchasing land where cattle and hay filled his soul with joy.
Myron was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Karolina; brother, Martin; his first wife, Verla (Wieber); and son, Tim.
Myron is survived by his wife Tamara of 40 years; his son Tom Laib; his daughter, Tammy Bagdasarian; grandchildren, Jacob K. Banschbach, Emily Bagdasarian, Hannah Bagdasarian, and Olivia Laib. He is also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
The family will receive friends Monday August 7, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral service celebrating Myron’s life will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Forestvale Cemetery. A reception will then follow in the social center of the funeral home.
Myron’s family would like to thank Compassus Hospice team for helping our family navigate Myron’s final journey with dignity, kindness and compassion. Also, a thank you to Becky Ransier and Dani Roope for their loving private care of Myron’s every need. We Love You….. The Laib Family.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials in Myron’s name to Helena Toys for Tots Helena P.O. Box 6896 Helena, Montana 59604 or to the Lewis & Clark Humane Society P.O. Box 4455 Helena, Montana 59604.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
Monday August 7, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the burial
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
Monday August 7, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the burial
Tuesday August 8, 2023
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Lorrie Willey says
Tammy I’m so very sorry for your loss. Myron will be missed by not only friends and family, but the entire community of Helena. Prayers
Rita west says
Tammy, sorry for the huge loss, God bless
April Gates says
My Dearest Tammy, Tom and Family,
From my family to yours, we send our deepest and most sincere condolences. It is a tremendous loss. We are unable to attend the service as my eldest daughter is on life support. But please know if we were in a better circumstance, we would be there! Again, we are so very sorry for your loss. We send lots of love and big hugs.
Sincerely,
The Gates Family
April, Cheyenne,Morgan Taylor and Sahara
Jessica Austad says
Tammy & family, as well as all of his friends and patrons, my thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing and he will truly be missed, as his smile could light up the room and he had such a huge heart.
Chloe & Justyn Katsilas says
Tammy and family-
So very sorry for your tremendous loss.
You are in our thoughts.
Cathy Hellwitz says
Tammy and family, I am soo sorry for your loss. Myron will be greatly missed. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Edie Ann says
Tamara, Tom, Tammy and Family,
So very sorry to hear of Myron’s passing. He was ALWAYS very kind to me and had such a loving heart. I am praying for some peace and comfort for all of you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Edie Ann ~
jillshea says
Tammy and family !We are sending our thoughts and bereavement your way. Such a GREAT Guy! Jill and Don
Rob and Vikki says
We really enjoyed visiting and doing business with Myron over the past years. He was a good man and will be missed. We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers-Rob and Vikki
Lynda Reisbeck says
My Dear Friend Tammy, I will certainly miss Myron and our many visits and conversations over the past 41 years; particularly about the love for his cows! His wit would keep me laughing and smiling!! What a guy!!! When your heart is empty…. filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile. For when the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May these happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Love you my Friend! Lynda
Jackie MacDonald says
Tammy, My prayers and thoughts are with you. I always enjoyed visiting with you and Myron over the years when you came into the bank or ran into on the street. God Bless.
Susan Hengel-Morris says
Sam, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Although I didn’t know Myron very well, I know he was a wonderful companion and friend to you. You cherished many years and adventures together. God Bless you and yours.
Love you, Friend.
Susan
J.D. Sauter says
So sorry to hear Myron passed Tammy, I remember the years our band played for you guy’s at the Wilderness Bar….great times. He will definitely be missed…
Rabbit
Lorraine Finstad says
Myron was a Great man with a big heart!! Always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. I will always remember that smile. He will be missed but will always be in our hearts. God bless you and yours.
Lorraine Finstad and Family
Jim and Marilyn (Laib) Geiger says
I’d like to send our condolences to the family. Myron was my cousin but I never got to know him very well as I was quite young when his family moved to MT. I can tell from the obituary and the memories that he was a very wonderful person and will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the community. Our thoughts and prayers for all.
Jim & Marilyn (Laib) Geiger
Bismarck, ND
Kjell Johansen says
Sorry to hear about Myron’s death. I first met Myron at Richholt grade school in Bismarck, ND shortly after moving from Wilton (a small town 28 miles north of Bismarck) in 1951. We were classmates from grade school through Bismarck High School.
Bob and Carol LaFountaine says
Tammy: the neighborhood won’t be the same. It was heartfelt to see Myron at the Hub bar eating a bowl of soup knowing he was still active there. His employees were his “family” also! I think he help raise Sam and Kelly. Maybe Kelly and Myron will play a few hands in heaven? Know that Myron will be missed and our heart and prayers are with you. Many Blessings for you and your family. Carol and Bob LaFountaine
Maureen R Geary says
Tammy and Family,
It is hard to write something about Myron that hasn’t already been said. Tammy, he loved you deeply and wanted to do all he could for you and the family. He was so proud of all he achieved and I know you are too. Helmville will miss him and so will I. Love to all, Moe