Martin Berscheid
March 13, 1931 - March 24, 2024
Obituary
Martin Frederick Berscheid, commonly known as “Red”, passed away on March 24th, 2024, in Billings, Montana. He was born on March 13, 1931, in Deadwood, South Dakota to John and Monica Berscheid. His family moved to Billings in 1938 where he attended school and started to build his life.
In 1951, Red married the love of his life, Hannah Howard and they went on to have two children, Michael and Redina. Recently, Red and Hannah celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary. “Together Forever” was their motto.
Martin was drafted into the US Marine Corp to serve in the Korean War from 1951-1953. His brigade was sent to fight on the 38th parallel in Korea, known as the “Frozen Chosen”. He was in the 1st section Machine Gun Division, Frozen Reservoir, Bunker Hill, Korea.
Red was a master of many occupations. He could build and fix anything. He had extensive experience in welding, mechanics, and steel fabrication. When not working, he enjoyed time with his children and wife.
He was a hard worker, adventurous, inventive, and inquisitive. Red will be remembered for his humor, dedication to family, and his unique anecdotes on life. Every conversation and life story would bring a smile to our family, friends, and whoever was listening.
He will be missed dearly by all of us.
He is survived by his loving wife Hannah, son Michael (Kathy) of Joliet, and daughter Redina (Tom) DeFilipi of Somers Connecticut. Grandchildren Erik Berscheid (Sterrin) of Billings; Jolene McQuillan (Cole) of Joliet; and Dominic DeFilipi of Somers, Connecticut. Four great-grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Martin is preceded in death by his parents John and Monica Berscheid; brothers Ascheild and John; sisters Mary Clasen and Sister Josephine Bruno.
Services will be held Thursday, March 28th at 11 am at Dahl Funeral Chapel.
Burial will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery on Monday April, 1st at 11 am with full military honors.