Mark E. Harmala
Mark E. Harmala, age 49, passed away on July 19, 2009.
The family had spent the day before, fishing, hiking, and camping in the mountains. They all had a great time.
He was born July 18, 1960 in Red Lodge to Grace (DeVries) and
Emil Harmala. He spent the first 8 years of his life on the family
farm with his sister and brothers. He graduated from
During his school career, he enjoyed playing basketball and track. In track he was quite a sprinter, holding a record for the 100 yard dash.
Mark worked for the City of
On June 17, 2008, Mark married Cheri Harmon in Coeur D Alene,
Mark enjoyed his large family with all his heart.
Mark loved playing music. He was a very talented musician. He
could play anything with strings.
Mark is survived by his wife, Cheri. Daughters Jacqui
(son-in-law Jeff Arndt), and Jennifer, son Jason, and grandson
Karson; stepchildren, Carin and O’Shean Moran, and step-grandson
Bayne Powell; his mother, Grace Jarvi, sister Marcia (husband George
McCleary), brothers Gary (wife Julie), Marty (wife Lorene), Dave
(wife Deni) and Wally Harmala. Nieces, Angela (husband Brandon),
Susan (husband Stuart), Melanie, Michelle “Tiebe” (husband John),
and
Visitation will be 1-5pm Thursday at Michelotti-Sawyers
Mortuary. Funeral services will be 11am Friday at Michelotti-Sawyers
Mortuary with interment to follow in the
Remembrances
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Cheri and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mark was a one of a kind type of man. It was good to see him at reunion.
You all are in my heart and prayers.
Tammy (Vance) Austin
Cheri and Family
We were shocked to hear about Mark on Sunday from Rollie and Lori. Some of our best times were with you and Mark at festival jam sessions. Mark always seemed to be the foundation of the camping and jams and was always inclusive of even the most rank musicians like myself. He will leave a big space at the Miles City festival, Buffalo and the Yellowstone Association. You have our sincere condolences and our prayers.
Bob and Judy Zadow
Miles City
Marcia, George & Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. I remember when I saw you in Roberts you said all your brothers were there. It was good you all could be together.
Ed & LaVonne Rook
Jackie, Jason and Jenny
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, I still can't believe it. He was truly a very special person who held you all deep within his heart. My deepest sympathies go out to you, your Grama Grace, Cheri and the entire family though this very difficult time. You are all in our hearts.
Cori, Daniel, Joseph and Joshua
Cheri---I'm so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in the palm of His loving hand and give you peace. Hugs to you.
Cindy Graber
Dear Cheri,
I was so very sorry to hear about Mark. I was shocked to open the paper and see him in the obituaries. He was so young. Hold close to your heart the many fond memories you have of him. Always remember the beautiful music he played. May God give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time in your life. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Robyn Larson (worked with you at CJ Banks)
Cheri and Family
Sorry to hear about your lose. I enjoyed playing music with Mark.
Wish you the best in future.
Benny &Thelma Lewi
sOur deepest condolences to your family. We were shocked to see he had passed away. He worked with our dad, Bob Breshears, and our dad was deaf and Mark learned sign language so he could communicate with him. Our brother Clayton had worked with him for many years. Our dad passed away in 2000, but now Mark and our dad are speaking without using sign language, and he can hear Mark’s beautiful music now. I know they are together and the most wonderful thing is that we will see Mark again. We say our dad is on a long vacation and we will be united one day. You will also be reunited with Mark because the Lord gives us the promise and hope to be together again. We will be praying for your family. God Bless.
The Bob Breshears Family
Ramona, Clayton, Roberta, Brett, and Jackie.
I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I knew him and visited with him frequently at Evolution Gym where he worked out. He never failed to greet me with a big smile and always had time to visit with me. I will truly miss him and I feel blessed to have known him for the short time that I did. God Bless you and your family Cheri as I know how difficult this is and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Mark Perez
Cheri, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing! I know you will miss him greatly. May God grant you and his loved ones peace during the very difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Bev Schlesener, Laurel, MT