These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. John 16:33
The Kittleson Celebration of Life
A wonderful, uniquely Montana funeral service was recently held for ElRoy Kittleson. The planning and scheduling were done under the direction of the staff of Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT. The ceremonies took place on Friday July 7, 2023 at 10am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Fairview, MT. After the service a procession of horses, cars and pickups made their way to the Sidney Cemetery where ElRoy was laid to rest.
A beautiful farewell message…
Even with our progress, some things stay the same.
Cattle still need brandin’. There are horses yet to tame.
Cowboys will always ride, they’ll head, heel, and haze.
Making lasting memories, these are their “good old days.”
As the lonesome sun is setting on our last sky of blue,
We’ll think back on good times and friends
who helped make dreams come true.
The only favor I would ask before I’m called away,
Is let me be a cowboy again for one more day.
In Loving Memory of Elroy Kittleson
May 9, 1934 – June 28, 2023
Following is a photo album of Mr. Kittleson’s Casket being branded.
The Kittleson funeral procession was perfect for a true Montana cowboy. Next, is a video showing many of his friends and neighbors participating in his farewell.
We’re so Proud
We are so very proud of the excellent services and support that all of our funeral homes provide that we are proud to share some of the comments and letters we receive. Just a few are below.
Testimonial for Big Sky Cremations in Helena, MT
Joe was very helpful, and he gave me options and explained the options. I live in Bakersfield, CA, and I was trying to make all the arrangements for the funeral. Joe took a lot of pressure off of me at a very stressful time. Joe was very thoughtful, professional and knowledgeable.
Testimonial for Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Williston, ND
So very pleased with everyone we worked with after our Mom died. So many options to choose from, explained everything so well, took such good care of our family, and just a wonderful group of “family” to work with during this difficult time. Thank you so very much! -Carl
Testimonial for Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Williston, ND
I have to say that Andrew was one of the most kind and caring persons through this whole process. He was so trustworthy and always made sure my father was well taken care of. Andrew gave me a hug the last time I saw him, and I didn’t get to tell him how much it meant to me. So, Andrew, I thank you so much for all the help and caring work. -Katie
Testimonial for Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Watford City
The primary staff member who handled our situation, Haley, was incredibly good at keeping us in the loop, organized, thoughtful, and supportive. When other staff, including the owners, had to step in, we were impressed with their kindness and thoroughness as well. We highly recommend their services.
SCAM Warning
We are so very sorry that we are compelled to enter the following into our uplifting newsletter, but we believe our obligations to the many communities we serve demand that we post this notice. We have been alerted that scammers are targeting people who have recently experienced the tragedy of a family member’s death. The scammers contact the family member(s) and state that the final funeral payments are due immediately. The scammers claim to work for the funeral home that was mentioned in the mandatory newspaper obituary notifications. They tell the family member(s) that the additional 
amount must be paid immediately to avoid legal action and/or collection agencies. The amounts vary, with the highest amount known so far being $1,000.00. DO NOT CLICK ANY LINKS provided on your computer or smart phone. The scammers will tell you that the link is the fastest and/or easiest ‘fix.’ We are unable to speak for all funeral homes, but none of the Stevenson & Sons family of funeral homes and crematories will handle matters of billing in the discourteous, unprofessional manner mentioned above. If you have any questions about your invoice, please contact us by our published phone number and we will gladly discuss and concerns you may have.
Supporting Others
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Financial Assistance
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. At FEMA, our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters. We are dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus.
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020…
If you lost a loved one due to Covid-19, you may qualify for financial assistance for your family’s funeral expenses. Click here to find out more information.
Recently posted on the FEMA Covid-19 Funeral Assistance page: The COVID-19 incident period ended on May 11, 2023. FEMA will continue to provide funeral assistance until Sept. 30, 2025, to those who have lost loved ones due to this pandemic.
Grief Support
Many people do not have the time to locate a proper grief counselor. Others do not live in an area where there are any grief counselors available. And finally, many people are not prepared to pay a professional for grief counseling. Fortunately, the internet provides some solutions for those who wish to seek grief counseling or to interact with groups of people who are also coping with grief. Many such services exist, as do professional counselors who will assist people privately on line, hence eliminating the need for travel. Not all services are the same, nor are all chat rooms/groups. You should research what you are interested in and follow-up on the leads you believe will be most helpful to your personal situation until you locate exactly what works best for you. In your search engine look for terms like “grief chat rooms” “bereavement support groups” “professional grief counseling” or “grief management.” Good research is the path to successfully linking up with what, or who, will work the best for you. Another option would be to start your search at the Mental Health American website. Lots of information, and many places to research groups, centers and more.
