Michael Allen Claus

Michael Claus Obituary

Vietnam Army veteran Michael Allen Claus, 59, of Great Falls, a construction worker, died of natural causes Friday at his home.
His memorial service is 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hillcrest Lawn Chapel, with a reception to follow at Spoons One Way. Schnider Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Michael Allen Claus was born Sept. 12, 1949, in Lewistown, Mont., and raised in Montana and South Dakota. He went to school in South Dakota and Montana and attended college in Leaven-worth, Kan. He joined the Army and completed a tour of duty in Vietnam.
Michael worked for Ed Boland Construction for the past 17 years. Prior work experience included truck driving and work-ing in the oil fields of Montana and Wyoming.
He was a member of the VFW and loved riding his Harleys, fishing, hunting and spending time with friends and family.
Survivors include a daughter, Cristyl (Rodney) Green of Kalispell; sisters Barbara (Tom-mie) Crook of Power, and Mary (Steve) Carlson and Susan (Alan LaRocque) O'Meara of Great Falls; a brother, Joe (Laura) O'Meara of Teigen; three grand-children, two great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Helen and David Downing; his father, Leo Claus; a brother, Patrick Claus; and his grandparents, Mary and Joseph Rellick.
Condolences may be posted online at www.schniderfuneralhome.com and/or www.gftribune.com/obituaries.

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Published by Great Falls Tribune from Jan. 11 to Jan. 13, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Claus

14 Entries

PAM TRIBBY

January 29, 2009

MICHAEL, I WILL MISS YOU!

PAMELA KUHNHAUSEN TRIBBY

bob quigley

January 19, 2009

to mike's family:mike was a great guy,i'm proud to him a friend!to mike:keep it tight!

Chris Smith

January 15, 2009

Mike,
I know I didn't know you the longest of time but, thanks for being one of the greatest, funniest guys i knew. Were all gonna miss you.

Ben Boland

January 13, 2009

I have worked hundreds of hours with Mike, in all kinds of advirse conditions, extreme heat, extreme cold, desolite remote areas, as well as high traffic and high profile situations. One thing I know for sure,
Mike took pride in his work!!!
He was a good man!
Always did what was necessary to
[get the job done].
We spent many days and nights together, over the years, and although, I have not had a oppertunity to see him in the recent past, I will ALWAYS, consider him a true FRIEND.
Mike had a way of being brutally honest. He had kind heart, and he always had an encouraging word.
I will sincerely miss him.
Rest in Peace Mike

Julie Hollar

January 13, 2009

Reading the obituaries online and I noticed Micheal spent a tour of duty in Viet Nam...
May his soul rest in peace with his fallen comrades - I think there must be a special place in Heaven for those who have tasted the awfullness of war ...
If You Could See Where I Have Gone - author unknown
If you could see where I have gone the beauty of this place. And how it feels to know you're home to see the Savior's face. To wake in peace and know no fear, just joy beyond compare. While still on earth you miss me yet You wouldn't want me there if you could see where I have gone had made the trip with me. You'd know I didn't go alone the Savior came with me. When I awoke He was by my side and reached out His hand Said, "Hurry, child, you're going home, to a grand & glorious land. Don't worry over those you love, for I'm not just with you. And don't you know with you at home, they'll long to be here, too? "If you could see where I have gone, and see what I've been shown. You'd never know another terror ever feel alone. You'd marvel at the care of God. His hand on every life; and realize He really cares, and bears with us each strife; and that He weeps when one is lost. His heart is filled with pain. But, oh, the joy when one comes home, a child at home again. If you could see where I have gone could stay awhile with me; could share the things that God has made to grace eternity. But, no, you could never leave. Once heaven's joys you'd known. You couldn't bear to walk earth's paths again. Once heaven was your home. If you could see where I have gone. You'd know we'll meet someday. And though I'm parted from you now, that I am just away. So thank you, family - thank you friends for living the love of the Lord, for helping me to trust Him and His Word. And now that I'm at home with Him, Secure in every way, I'm waiting here at heaven's door--to greet you some sweet day.

Thomas & Averie Celeste Toomey

January 13, 2009

~THE CASTLE BUTTE GANG RIDES FOREVER~

"Condolences and Best Wishes to All"

John and Krista Wills

January 12, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to Mike's family. Your loss cannot be put in words but know that our thoughs and prayers are with you.

Kelly and Jeff Krantwashl

January 12, 2009

Mike was a special neighbor. He plowed my driveway several times. I am so grateful for that. He was very proud of his grandchildren and greatgrand babies. He will be missed. God bless.

January 12, 2009

Only knew you for a short time. Heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family

Lin Miller

jesse lafountain

January 12, 2009

you will be missed uncle mike, take care on the stairway to heaven-Jesse LaFountain...

Jodi Donnelly

January 12, 2009

My deepest sympathy to Mike's family - we lost a great one. Mike was one of the first guys that I met when I started at Boland and he gave me a hard time right away - I knew we were going to get along great from that moment. It won't be the same at the office knowing that he won't be around anymore or not hearing his voice on the other end of the phone anymore telling me, "Oh, I knew that." I will miss him very much and I feel blessed to have known him.

The congregation at Calvary Chapel of Great Falls

January 12, 2009

To Michael's Family and Friends,
We extend our sincere condolences for your loss of this man who holds a very special place in your hearts. You will be remembered in our prayers before the Lord, Jesus Christ; He alone knows the depth of your sorrow and with tender love and great mercy will dry your tears.

Betty LaFountain-Couture

January 11, 2009

My Heart is so sad. Words cant even express how I feel, till we see each other again my dear friend..I will miss your silly emails.:
Much Love, 'Betty Brown'

bobbi(barbara) crook(claus)

January 11, 2009

to my baby brother michael allen claus,i love you so very much and miss you so, your now with momma and brother patrick, im so sad right now and it will be hard knowing your not here, but forever you are in my heart, and yes you got me beat great granpa and me still only just a grandma but i will get to be great grandma one day. i love you god bless,for now, we will see each other again,be careful on that Harley in the sky, hugs and kisses, your big sis

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