Robert James Frueh “Jim” passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2020, in Glasgow, MT. Jim was born on January 21, 1969, in Libby, Montana. At age 4½ , he was adopted into the family of Ed and Marci Frueh. Jim became the eldest of six adopted children, Bobbi Jean, Tony, Ann, Beth and Byron.
Jim grew up in Glasgow and graduated from GHS as a proud Scottie in 1987. One of his most memorable and prized achievements was being on the starting line-up as a linebacker for the Scotties 1986 Class A Football State Champion team. After high school, Jim attended college at MSU Northern in Havre, MT, where he obtained an Associate’s Degree in Business. After college, Jim was offered and accepted a management position at Foot Locker Inc. in Mount Vernon, WA. It was here that Jim and his former wife, Monique Cochran, had their two daughters, Ashley and Jasmine Frueh. In 1993, Jim returned to his hometown of Glasgow where he started his career at Stormer Hobbies. Jim enjoyed working with Bob and Lori and very quickly became part of a close-knit work family. Jim retired from Stormer Hobbies in 2019.
In 2014, Jim worked with his sister Ann, to build, open and establish The Loaded Toad coffee shop. It was here that Jim would venture into his new-found career and meet the love of his life, Alicia. In 2019, Jim and Alicia were married and together purchased The Loaded Toad coffee shop. They waited to celebrate their love for each other until this past summer where they were re-married in the back yard of their new home. He loved working at The Loaded Toad, in part because he enjoyed so much being a part of the Glasgow downtown community and seeing familiar faces every day. He was an integral member of the “Toad Tribe” and his friendly wit will be missed by many.
Jim was a sports fanatic and loved recording statistics. His favorite team was the New Orleans Saints. One of his fondest memories was being able to travel to New Orleans where he watched the Saints play live. Jim was an outstanding and talented chef. He made his own proprietary sauces and spices, and even tried his hand at making his own limoncello. He loved cooking and sharing his incredible recipes and food with his family and friends. Many great times were had around his table and back yard, eating, drinking, and sharing stories. Jim was known by all for his “magnificent” white beard, which he spent many hours grooming for the ladies to drool over.
Jim is survived by his wife Alicia; daughters, Ashely Frueh of Bellingham, WA, and Jasmine Frueh-Johnson (Brett) of Glasgow, MT; his grandchildren, Dustin, Blakely, Style, Ivy, and Mollie (on the way); his siblings, Bobbi Jean Kirby (Mike), Tony Frueh (Dusty), Ann Kulczyk (John), Beth Jeide; Byron Frueh (Robyn); his life-long best friend, Tammy Dunn; his mother-in-law, Laurie Doke (Neil Chouinard), sister-in-law, Tanya Tweten (Benjy), and brother-in-law, Travis Doke (Jessica); his godchildren/nephews, Harley and Vaughn; his nephews and nieces, Michael, Kevin, Ryan, Kendra, Taryn, Lance, Abbey, Reghan, Kale, Carter, Nikolas, Saylor, Ellie, and Trystan; and many special friends in his life including Sharon Retterath and his “Toad Tribe”. He was predeceased in death by his parents, Ed and Marci Frueh, and his father-in-law Floyd “Shorty” Doke. Jim was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Jim’s life will be held in the summer of 2021 at a date to be determined.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday May 29, 2021
The Loaded Toad
527 2nd Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday May 29, 2021
The Loaded Toad
527 2nd Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Angie frost says
My love and prayers to Jimmy’s family ,friends and our whole community 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️ He will be greatly missed🙏
Carolyn Bachtold says
Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends! Cherish the memories!
Shelby says
Beautiful obituary. Jim is missed by so many.
Alicia Hoyt says
No one knows the silent heartaches, only those who have loved can tell. The grief we bear for the one we loved so well. Jim was a wonderful man and well liked by all who knew him. He had a smile and a pleasant way about him and will be deeply missed by his family and ours. Our love goes with him.
Ronda Blatter says
We already miss “Uncle Jimmy”. May his smile and memories of time spent together bring you comfort at this difficult time. He may not have been an official Uncle but my kids loved him and always looked forward to his back yard bbq’s and yummy hot chocolate he made them. Love, The Blatter Family
Tim Connors says
I’m saddened by the news of the passing of Jimmy. He was a heck of football player as well as a person. I went from 1st grade through high school with him. My prayers are with the family.
Shannon Bernhart says
Jimmy always made my coffee strong and amazing! He always added 2 shots of espresso every time! He liked my Labyrinth shirt and missed David Bowie. He was awesome and so was his beard! What’s even more awesome, he knew I was an actor and I haven’t performed at Fort Peck Theatre yet!
Chip Halverson says
I always enjoyed stopping to visit with Jimmy when I returned to Glasgow. He was a good friend and excellent teammate. He will be missed by many. Our prayers go out to the whole family during this difficult time.
Jesse Franzen says
My deepest condolences to your entire family. I didn’t really know Jim, but when I needed to in town for an extended time for my family, I would often get a coffee, just to have a break from life, and he had a ton of empathy for me and my family. Since that time, I come to visit, he still remembered me, and genuinely cared. This is such a small thing, but he knew my weird coffee order. Even where I live, no one remembers me or my order, but I could be away for 6 months and he still remembered and that really has stuck with me. It really shows how deeply caring he is. I’m so heartbroken for your loss. Please know there are many of us who noticed how great he is and that we’re thinking of you.
Fay Dahl says
I am so sorry you for the sadness and grief you have at this time.
May God give you the comfort and strength that only he can give.
David "Z" Zawacki says
So sorry for the pain and sadness your family is going thru. I was shocked when i got to town today and heard this horrible news. Jim was a good man with an epic beard. He always had a smile on his face and he knew how to make others smile a well. Thank you for the honor of knowing you.
Mitch Marks says
So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Our parents were very close friends. I remember when Jimmy came to live with Ed and Marci. Sad to hear that he passed so young.
Tom and Denise Quinlan says
Glasgow has lost a cheerful, friendly person with the departure of Jim. We remember talking with him several times on Sunnyhills Drive and in town, and seeing his red pickup truck with license plates JIM JIM. Rest in peace, Jim Frueh.
Tom and Denise Quinlan, Glasgow
Autumn Underwood says
No words can speak how your hearts feel, I only met Jim in February when I started working at Albertsons. Seeing him every morning was super neat cause it was like Cheers “Jim”. Getting to play name that song at the check out with Tammy was fun and interesting, lots of good laughs. I found it a bit odd at first that he had a 4 Gallons of milk day habit! Then Tammy informed me that he worked the Loaded Toad. He did make me the best Mocha coffee I have ever had. I am so glad that I met this super cool man, he definitely left a great impression on this little town.
You are all so blessed to have know him longer. Sending lots of love and hugs!