The Lord called James LeMoine Amundson home on May 18, 2021. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on October 14, 1947, in Northwood, North Dakota to Joel “Lem” and Doris (Brastedt) Amundson. During his childhood, the family moved often to different locations following Lem’s construction work, finally settling in Glasgow, Montana in 1959.
Jim was baptized in Northwood, North Dakota and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Glasgow. Jim served on the church council and was an active usher until his health failed. Jim attended school in Glasgow, graduating in 1965. After graduation Jim attended Billings Business College for one year. Jim was drafted into the Army in 1966 and was stationed in Vietnam. Jim was honorably discharged in July 1969. He was a life member of the VFW.
Jim returned to Glasgow and went to work at Great Plains Lumber. In 1973, he started his lineman career with REA, eventually going to work for Mountain Bell. He was transferred to Denver in 1985 and worked there until 1990, when he was transferred back to Montana. Jim began working for Nemont Telephone in 1994, retiring in 2009.
Jim married Mona Bedwell on March 3, 1973. Together they raised their family. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid baseball fan. He loved following and supporting his children and grandchildren in all their activities.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents Lem & Doris; mother-in-law Ruby Nelson; brother-in-law Bob Smith and several aunts and uncles.
Jim is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mona; sons, Jay (Tomomi) and Kory; daughter, Chantelle and Stacey; grandchildren Bo, Chantaya, Haakon, Brody, and Piper; sisters, Marilyn Smith and Nancy (Dan) Jimison; brother Terry Amundson; in-laws Jim (Kathy) Bedwell, Monica (Chuck) Garten, and Misty (Jason) Morehouse; several close cousins and many loving nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Bell Mortuary. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 24, 2021 at the First Lutheran Church followed by military honors. A private family burial will be held later a later date. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com.
Lorraine Hughes says
Mona and family,
Mike and I send our sincere sympathy to you. We are sad to read of Jim’s death. May you be blessed with all your wonderful memories and may they give you peace as you enter all the tomorrows. We are praying for you.
Bryce Campbell says
Hi Mona, its Bryce and Jackie. Hope you and your family are doing ok. I wish I could call you but when emotions over come me I am unable to talk. I do need to share something with you. When Jackie and I were moving out of Wolf Point we rented a u-haul truck. We had it backed onto the drive way ready to load when out of nowhere my good buddy and coworker Jim Amundson shows up to help us load the truck. That is how he was. We will always remember that day. Thank you Jim.
Carol Hanson says
Mona and family: I am very sad to see that Jim passed away. Jim was always so helpful when I worked with him at USWest and Nemont, I couldn’t have found a better friend with you and him. Jim you can now fly high with the angels up above and watch over your family and give them comfort. RIP my friend.
Carol Hanson
Cindy VanderWoude says
Thoughts, prayers and hugs Mona and family!
Ginger L Rice says
Mona, Debbie let me know of Jim’s passing. Wish I could be there for you as you were there for our family when dad passed. I am sending all my love, hugs and prayers for you and your family.
Wish I could be there for the funeral but we have about 4+ inches of snow here and bad roads.
Hugs
Ginget
Laurie Enebo says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Mona. We will miss seeing Jim out taking care of the yardwork and we will miss our visits with him (mostly about fishing). We are here for you if you need anything. Peace be with you as you celebrate the life of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
((HUGS))
Dan and Laurie
Diane Sergent says
Mona and family,
I’m so sorry to hear about Jim. May you find your peace in your Lord and savoy Jesus Christ.
David E. Boyd Sr. & Chong Ae Boyd says
Jim: I remember the rides you gave to MIles City VA Clinic, our discussions, the time I seen the antelope by the Brockway Rodeo grounds you said you eyes must be way better than my I don’t see them, finally you saw a flicker of a white tail. God Speed Comrade
David E. Boyd Sr.
SSG, USA
Retired
Franklin D. Chopper Post 61
VFW Post 9061
Karen Combs says
It is with deep sadness that I read of the loss of Jim Amundson. I always looked forward to a short visit with him and Mona whenever I was in Glasgow and saw them at church. Jim weathered through a battle with the cancer with remarkable bravery. I shall miss his smile as well as a missing link in our class of 1965. My deepest sympathy to Mona and family members. Karen Combs
Toni Flannery says
My condolences to Mona and Terry and the rest of the family. May Jim rest in peace. Love you all
SHANDA Anderson says
Sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. He was a great guy to work with at Nemont. Always kind and patient. Cherish all the great memories. Shanda Anderson