Gary A. Schlieve

MALTA- Gary A. Schlieve age 71 passed away February 12, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer at the Phillips County Hospital with his family at his side.

At his request, Graveside services were held February 17, 10 a.m. at the Malta Cemetery, with military honors and interment of his ashes. Condolences for the family may be left at http://www.kirkwoodfuneralhome.com.

Gary was born in Malta, in 1944; the son of Arthur and Julia Etta Schlieve. He was one of seven siblings; Arthur Jr, Frances, Robert, Shirley, Ruby and Lorraine. He graduated from Malta High School in 1962. In 1962 he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served in Germany. Upon return home he then served in the Montana Army National Guard retiring in 1995. He served as a Volunteer Fireman while living in Glasgow, until 1994. He retired from BNSF Railroad in 2009 where he was a track inspector. A member of Elim Lutheran Church, he served on the Trustee Board, he was ground keeper for the church and willing to help with anything needed. He also worked part time at Westside until his illness.

Gary married his sweetheart Erna Retan June 10,1995. They made their home in Malta, enjoying John growing up, marrying and had the gift of two grandchildren. Gary loved fishing, hunting and his wonderful garden and barbecues that he shared with everyone.

Gary is survived by his loving wife Erna, son John & Danielle Retan; grandchildren Landon and Ali Retan; brother Robert (Gloria) Schlieve, Yuma , Az; sister Lorraine (Tom) Watson; sister-in-law Eden Looten; brother-in-law Al Kroll. Many loved and cherished nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and J. Etta Schlieve; brother Arthur Jr. Schlieve; sisters, Frances Larson, Shirley Kirkham, and Ruby Kroll.

He will be remembered as being generous, kind and caring. He was always the first to volunteer for Veterans Services. He will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.