Bozeman, Montana
1916 - 2010
Max Bernard Hager was born Dec. 9, 1916, in Hof, Germany, the youngest of 10 children. Max immigrated with his parents to the Gallatin Valley in 1920. He graduated from Gallatin County High School, Dunwitty Institute, and American Institute of Baking.Max married in 1938. He and his wife, Merle,...
Read MoreMy thoughts and prayers are with Merle and The Hager families. As Gary's sister in law, I have heard so many wonderful stories about Max and Merle. Max had always been portrayed as a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather and spiritual leader of his family... What a blessing and an inspiration he has been!
Kim Lynn
July 18, 2010 | Beavercreek, OR
Lasting Love
becky hager
July 15, 2010
I have fond memories of Great Uncle Max.I remember as a boy he seemed kind, personal, and undaunted. He never seemed to miss a step in life. He once came over to my house (Herb & Joanne Steingruber's) for a visit (I was just a young kid). I had a Dutch bunny for a pet that was trained and happened to be on the porch. Max, being the gentlemen he was, took his new leather oxfords off at the door. When he was done visiting us he went to put his shoes back on..........bummer, my rabit had neatly...
Dale Steingruber
July 15, 2010 | Lewiston, ID
I have had the honor of knowing and loving the Oregon Hagers' for many years. I was so sad to hear about Mr. Hager's passing. He is so loved. I will never forget the feeling I had when I heard they had been married over 60 years (some years ago!). My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I am so sorry.
Jen KC
July 14, 2010 | OR
We have fond memories from First Lutheran in Bozeman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rick and Ramona Brastrup
July 14, 2010
