Obituary - Bert Tilleman

Bert Tilleman, 75, passed away on Oct. 30, 2014, as a result of a home accident.

Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, at 11 a.m., at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Havre. Burial will follow in Kuper Memorial Cemetery in Chinook.

Arrangements have been made with Edwards Funeral Home of Chinook. Condolences may be left for the family at http://www.edwardsfuneralhomemt.com.

Bert was born May 16, 1939, in Chinook, Montana, to Hank and Erma Tilleman. Bert attended school in Chinook and graduated in 1957. Shortly after, he enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Germany.

When returning from Germany, Bert married Patricia Kathman in November 1960, and they were blessed with one daughter and three sons.

Bert farmed south of Chinook until 1972 when they moved to Havre. Bert started B&R Implement and later established Tri-County Implement. Bert built a reputable dealership for approximately 20 years while providing for his customers.

In his spare time he loved taking his grandkids fishing to his favorite fishing hole. He liked to smoke the fish and share with his family and friends. Other pastimes included telling stories, building puzzles and playing cards.

Bert is survived by his wife, Pat; daughter; Cathy Hulett of Everett, Washington; sons Larry (Jennifer) of Havre, Montana, Randy (Julie) of Spokane, Washington, and Lee (Sherrie) of Genesee, Idaho; 10 grandkids; and two great-grandkids.