James Amundson

James LeMoine Amundson, 73, of Glasgow died May 18, 2021, at his home.

He was born Oct. 14, 1947, in Northwood, N.D., to Joel “Lem” and Doris (Brastedt) Amundson. During his childhood, the family moved often to different locations following Lem’s construction work, finally settling in Glasgow in 1959.

He was baptized in Northwood and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Glasgow. He served on the church council and was an active usher until his health failed.

He attended school in Glasgow, graduating in 1965. After graduation, he attended Billings Business College for one year. He was drafted into the Army in 1966 and was stationed in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in July 1969. He was a life member of the VFW.

He returned to Glasgow and went to work at Great Plains Lumber. In 1973, he started his lineman career with REA, eventually going to work for Mountain Bell. He was transferred to Denver, Colo., in 1985 and worked there until 1990, when he was transferred back to Montana. He began working for Nemont Telephone in 1994, retiring in 2009.

He married Mona Bedwell on March 3, 1973. Together, they raised their family. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid baseball fan. He loved following and supporting his children and grandchildren in all their activities.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mona; sons, Jay and Kory; daughters, Chantelle and Stacey; five grandchildren; sisters, Marilyn Smith and Nancy Jimison; and brother, Terry Amundson.

A celebration of life was held Monday, May 24, at the First Lutheran Church followed by military honors. A private family burial will be held later a later date.