Kurtis O. Schroeder, age 67 of Helena passed away December 23, 2020. Kurt was born in Havre, Montana to Bonnie and Orville Schroeder on October 6, 1953.
Kurt worked as a mechanic for BNSF in Havre, Montana. He relocated to Helena following his retirement, to be near his daughter, Krissy,
Kurt enjoyed collecting classic cars, exploring on his motorcycles while visiting with everyone he met along the way, storytelling around the fire, but mostly making everyone laugh with his one-liners and sarcastic sense of humor. Everybody has a “Papa Kurt” story. He will be remembered for his kind giving heart, random late night text messages; but most of all, the love he had for this daughters, grand kids, extended family members and many friends.
Kurt is survived by his daughters; Mandy Huntington and Krissy (Dave) Normandy; Sister Char Diaz; grandchildren, Kagen May, Brandon and Brooklyn Huntington, Keaton (Bean) Normandy, Cole and Connor Johnston; niece, Chana (Buddy) Bunton; nephew, Jeff (Glenda) Carr; great niece, Kiana Carr; great nephews, Ethan Bunton and Hayden Carr.
Kurt was preceded in death by his parents, Bonnie and Orville Schroeder and son-in-law TJ Johnston.
The family will hold a service celebrating Kurt’s life at a later date.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
Service Schedule
Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Duane and Paula says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Krissy and Mandy and families.
Marlene and Bob says
Love and prayers to all of you. I remember
Laughing and having fun every time we saw your Dad. What a great man. He will always be in our hearts.
Juanita Fath says
Are prayers are with you and your family juanita
Juanita Fath says
My sister are good friends char for years God bless and prayers for you all and family
Stacy West says
Im so sorry krissy and mandy your in my thoughts and prayers….Well as we all know my nickname your dad gave me when we were very young “Porkchop” he was still calling me that 40 years later….Thanks for all the great memories we had with dad ..Much love to all the family
Marlene Pizzini says
My thoughts are with you at this time, Char. Thinking of you and the rest of your family.
Carla Peck Johnson)Jasinski says
Mandy, Krissy and all the family,
My heart breaks for all of you. Losing your Dad at such a young age is so difficult. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
Carla (Peck Johnson) Jasinski
Joseph Almanza says
I remember Kurt while working for BNSF I got a kick out of him funny guy excellent mechanic sorry for your loss my condolences to the family may he RIP
Jim Catt says
Char, Girls and Family,
You’re in our prayers and thoughts. Kurt was a great one liner and quick witted. He made people laugh and always did things Kurt’s way. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Jim and laurie Catt
Mary Lou Delaire. says
Krissy , Mandy & family : Sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great neighbor. Enjoyed his humor. Remember all the good memories . Take care.
Bob Vylasek says
Krissy,Mandy,Char, Kurtis came to work for me at the Phillips 66 in Havre next to Highline Dodge in 1973. He worked for me about a year before being hired on at the railroad. We have been freinds ever since. He called me about a week before this happened and we had a good visit. I always drove to his place out of Helena atleasted twice a year and he would come to Great Falls to see me. We talked about the good old days and our classic cars. When I heard of what happened it left a emptyness in me that I will never forget. I will always miss him. Bob Vylasek.
Dennis Oneil says
So sorry for your loss. Never saw much of Kurt after leaving Havre many years ago in 78. Always a funny guy with a quick wit. His passing surprised me as much too young. Good memories.