HELENA - On April 7, 2023, Luke Robert Den Herder, beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend, passed away at the age of 37. Luke was born at St. Peters Hospital to Lyanne and Robert Den Herder, on October 15, 1985. As a true Helena native, he graduated from both Capital High school and Carroll College, playing for two amazing football teams! Go Bruins! Go Saints!

Luke loved his family, the outdoors, and all things sports. His incredible competitive nature drove him to find teams throughout the community from football, softball, baseball, soccer, hockey, volleyball and golf. For him it was truly a privilege to make lasting friendships and participate in the camaraderie sports can bring.

Luke was one of the most successful realtors at EXIT Realty Helena, where he was able to share his gift of helping others. He enjoyed the ability to find people their first or forever home. Helping others was always number one in Luke's mind, throughout all of his battles he always put others first. He helped to inspire everyone he met with a simple "Hello!" or inspirational and positive conversation.

Ever the family man, he put his family above all else and is survived by his wife Sassion Den Herder; daughters: Laiyla and LakeLee; parents, Lyanne and Robert Den Herder; and sister, Erin Den Herder.

He truly loved being a father and teaching his daughters their worth. His love and passion could be seen in everyone he has left behind. He has truly left everyone with a love for life and a fighting spirit. He left this world in peace and is now watching over us in heaven.

Donations can be sent to Camp Make-A-Dream (www.campdream.org) in Luke's honor and flowers to Anderson, Stevenson and Wilke Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2023, in the PE Center at Carroll College. Burial will follow the service at Forestvale Cemetery. A reception will follow the burial at Lakeside Bar, 5295 York Road.

Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Luke.

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Published by Helena Independent Record on Apr. 12, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Luke Den Herder

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21 Entries

Joan Haubein

February 14, 2025

Luke was one of those special people, who never knew a stranger and would help anyone. Always a big smile for everyone.

Linda Martin

April 26, 2023

May happier memories help you during this time.

Gail Oliver

April 21, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss; words are never enough to fill the space that Luke filled, but maybe it will help to know that others do understand and will remember him too. I hold you all in my thoughts and prayers, as I have held you in my memories for many years.
With Love, Gail

Kathy & Doug Robbins

April 15, 2023

Lyanne, Bob & family,
Our love & prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. Although we didn´t know Luke well, the stories and inspiration we received from others regarding his life have been truly amazing. Such a strong, kind, fun loving gentleman who has touched so many lives. As parents you must be very proud of the extraordinary man you raised and loved. He was blessed with such wonderful, loving parents.

Mitch Crilly

April 15, 2023

I´m sorry for your loss and Pray for Comfort and Peace for family and friends.

Mitch Crilly

Joan L Haubein

April 15, 2023

Our love and blessings to you during this difficult time. Luke was such a wonderful young man and knew no strangers. Always willing to help where ever needed. He will be sorely missed by everyone. Jim and Joan

Andrew Brosten

April 14, 2023

There are so few people in the course of life where you meet an individual and instantly know they will be a part of your own story regardless of whether they give you full authorship or not. Luke was one of those individuals, and someone I will immensely miss.

Luke was such a special and unique individual; we did not keep in touch as much as close friends would fashion, but every time we came in contact it was if nothing had changed between us and we could talk about anything that came to mind. What an incredible gift that was, and I will always cherish the words of wisdom and hisperspective he gave me during these conversations.

Although he has left this world way too soon, the wisdom, strength, bravery, and infectious positivity he bestowed on all of us who were fortunate to have known him will carry on forever, and it us upon us to continue to elevate ourselves and be the embodiment of what Luke had envisioned for all of us. Luke will continually be our calling card to be better than who we are now, because that´s the way he lived his life.

Luke Den Herder: You are an inspiration and beacon of light to those who need guidance through dark times. I´m blessed to have you known you in this life, and I cannot wait to see you again when my time has come.

Andrew Brosten

LaVonne L. Johnson

April 13, 2023

Bob, Lyanne and family. We truly have no words to give you peace at this moment. We treasure our memories and our friendship. May the Prince of Peace somehow, through our faith, grant you a respite. We love you all. Our hearts are broken along with yours. LaVonne, Harvey, and Caitlin, Erick and their families. We are with you for sure.

Rocco Mongelli

April 13, 2023

Posted In loving memory of such a wonderful guy. I first met Luke when he interviewed me for Enterprise. He was such a great, great guy. We had lots of fun and lots of laughs together. He will surely be missed and he will always be in my heart and prayers. May the lord give you strength, comfort, and peace to you all at this most difficult time. My heart goes out to you all. With deepest sympathy. Rocco Mongelli and family

Mike, Genesee and Auntie Hanah

Sent Flowers

Jeannette and Larry Ross

April 13, 2023

Lyanne and Bob, we've known and loved your son for many years. The world was a better place with Luke in it. He is greatly missed.

Jan Bowers

April 13, 2023

Lyanne and family,. I am so sorry to hear this. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Jan Bowers

Marcy Lay

April 13, 2023

My heart and prayers goes out to your family. I was blessed to know this young man a little. He was a good man!

Elizabeth Downs

April 12, 2023

May God bless you and your wonderful family.. you have been so brave and we know the Good Lord loves you very much!! Liz Downs

Forrest Webster

April 12, 2023

Our family has our thoughts and prayers with your family.

Shelley Olson

April 12, 2023

Luke's enthusiasm for life and those he loves was evident every time our paths crossed. He was a shining light and made such a positive difference in our world. God bless all who are mourning this monumental loss.

Julie Abney

April 12, 2023

Luke was a pleasure to work with and always professional. He leaves a big hole in the hearts of his family as well as our community. Our love and prayers go out to his family.

Tammy Beattie

April 12, 2023

Prayers for your family. So sorry for the loss of Luke.

Larry Murphy

April 12, 2023

Our sincere condolences to the Den Herder family.
Larry and Lisa Murphy

Strand family

April 12, 2023

Condolences and prayers to Luke´s family.

Mike glueckert

April 12, 2023

So very sorry of the loss and heartfelt prayers and thoughts with the entire familys! So sorry!