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David John Herries

1932 - 2025

BORN

1932

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

Garden City Funeral Home - Missoula

1705 West Broadway

Missoula, Montana

David Herries Obituary

At home in Missoula, the spirit of David John Herries (June 28, 1932, to June 8, 2025) entered the great mystery with his wife and children by his side. A proud native of Big Timber, he was a devoted family man and loyal friend.

David had a passion for pets, teaching, hiking, hunting, camping, traveling, reading, rivers and rocks. He was an avid environmentalist, a U.S. Navy veteran and member of Veterans for Peace.

Survived by his wife Tish of 57 years, they have two children, four grandchildren and one great grandson. Any donations may be made to the MSU Library Fund. A full obituary can be read at Garden City Funeral Home.

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Published by Big Timber Pioneer from Jun. 26 to Jun. 27, 2025.

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Kathy Ross

June 26, 2025

I first met Dave when I was attending Graduate School in Bozeman in 1980. I was struck by his humor, honesty and insight. After I left MSU, I had the pleasure, once again, to connect with Dave when he was a school counselor and administrator in Dixon and Charlo. He really had a heart for young people and could see beyond their "behavior" and be tolerant and caring, while holding them accountable. I'm sure he touched the lives of many students over his lengthy career, just as he touched mine in the short time I knew him. Rest in peace my friend.

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Patricia Simmons

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Doug and Jane Lowry

June 21, 2025

Lots of pleasant memories. Thinking about you Tish and family. Doug and Jane Lowry

Jan Rasmussen

June 21, 2025

Tish & family..I was saddened to read of Dave's passing. It was a privilege to have worked with and learned from Dave while at Dixon. His kindness...and that smile!...are traits I will remember when I hear his name spoken. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Patty and Buzz

June 14, 2025

Tish, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. We are thinking of you and have you in our hearts.

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