Steven A. Herold, 42

Steven A. Herold, 42, "went to be with his Lord and Savior" on Wednesday, June 10, 2009. Steven was born Dec. 5, 1966, in Freeport, Ill., to William and Jean (Gardner) Herold. He was raised in Pearl City, Ill., and graduated from Pearl City High School.

Steven had worked for Newell Rubbermaid, and when he moved to Montana, became a rancher and farmer. He had been currently working for a custom woodworking shop.

Steven was a very active member of the Stillwater Free Lutheran Church, and was a member of S.A.M.S. riders. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, hiking, fishing and paintballing. Steve loved spending time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; and an infant sister.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle; daughters, Jamie and Whitney; parents, William and Jean Herold; brother, William A. and Linda Herold; sister, Diane and Rory Bardell; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, at the Stillwater Free Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Glacier Memorial Gardens.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Stillwater Free Lutheran Church, 1401 Church Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901.

Friends are encouraged to visit the Web site at www.buffalohillfh.com to leave condolences for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.