Ron Guttenberg, 86, of Glasgow passed away December 9, at Valley View Home, in Glasgow, Montana.
Ron was born May 4, 1934 in Fargo North Dakota to Casper and Eleanor (Landsberger) Guttenberg. He received his early education at Dawson High School and St. Mary’s High School, in Bismarck, North Dakota from where he graduated. Ron played football and basketball on teams that took State Championships and at the same time Norma was a cheerleader for the teams. He received the honor of “Hall of Fame”. Ron married Norma Jean Colness on June 28, 1954 at St. Mary’s Church and they made their home in several locations. He attended Bismarck Junior College and graduated from Grand Forks North Dakota College in 1960. Ron served in the Army for two years, one in Massachusetts and one in Arizona. He worked for Standard Oil in Casper, Wyoming for five years and then transferred to Montana.
Ron liked to work with his hands and built the family cabin at Fort Peck Lake and he added an addition to the family home in the 1980’s. He later converted an old home in Glasgow to an office building when he found his calling as an insurance agent for State Farm for 35 years and retired at the age of 70. Ron ran a bike repair shop out of his home for 25 years. Ron loved to read his bible and could be found doing that often.
He is survived by his wife, Norma; children: Paul (Jeleen) of Colorado, Mike (Mary Jo) of Glasgow, Mark (Lin) of Stevensville, David (Ellen) of Fort Peck, Rhonda (Randy) Grinalds of Liberty Lake, Washington, Danny (Tracy) of Glasgow, Linda (James) Hogg of Bozeman, and Chris of Missoula; 17 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild; brother, Tom Guttenberg; sisters, Mary Young and Claudia Fiedler; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Yvonne Schulte; several aunts, uncles and cousins in North Dakota.
A private family burial was held and a memorial service is planned for May 4th on his birthday for family and friends.
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Phillip Davison says
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing I always had a very good relationship when ever I was around Ron, at the insurance office or just out and about town. He will be missed
Bonnie Dedmore says
So very sorry to hear Ron has passed away. I enjoyed being his fellow agent for many years!
Ed Smith says
Norma, we are saddened to learn of Ron’s passing. I have many fond memories of trips on the Hi Line visiting Ron in his office, and spending time with you folks. I don’t know where time goes, but it seems like just yesterday. Ron was a good man – and he knew his bicyles! We are praying for you and your family. Here is one of my favorite Bible passages I Thess 4:13-18. We shall see Ron again!
Mike Gorder says
Sorry to hear about Ron when we were kids in Glasgow lot of great memories at your house, even after moving over the years Ron always had Hello when i would see him at a game or just in town around. Prayers with you all.
Brian and Shelly Nearpass says
Sending thoughts and prayers to Ron’s family! We enjoyed working claims for Ron’s agency and later as a fellow agent. Blessing to you all!
Carolyn Bachtold says
Thoughts and prayers for Ron’s family. Cherish the memories!
Paul Clemmer says
My prayers 🙏and condolences to the Guttenberg family, I have many great memories of Ron over the years!!! God bless you all!!
John & Linda Bellon says
Norma, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Ron’s in a better place but we know he is already greatly missed. God Bless!
Neil H Boyd says
Sorry to here of your loss.
Ward Zerbe says
Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing but grateful to know he lives with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ! Ron was a great friend to my parents and a wonderful example to me. He was a great husband and father. Praying for your family. And I remember visiting the cabin at Fort Peck.
Leah Erickson says
Sorry to hear about Ron. 🙏to your family.
Leah & Lynn Erickson
Pamela Helland says
Dearest Norma, I am a bit saddened to see that Ron has recently passed. Thoughts of you and your family will always brings a smile to my face. With Loving Thoughts and Precious Memories, Pamela Helland
Dr. David Odegard says
Ron was a good man and I knew him my entire life. He regularly attended my grandma’s Bible study in the 80’s and I read through the book of Galatians with him one summer. May the Lord comfort the entire Gutenberg clan.