Lorenz Heyd

Lorenz Christian Heyd, 85, of Worden, passed away March 29, 2013 at Horizon Hospice Home in Billings, MT. Lorenz was born January 29, 1928 in Long Lake, South Dakota, the son of Christian and Christine (Sandmeier) Heyd. He grew up in Ismay, Montana, graduating from Ismay High School in 1948. He married Viola Adolph September 10, 1966, in Billings. Lorenz spent his lifetime farming and ranching. Being his own boss meant a lot to him. He enjoyed working his Black Angus cows and going to cattle auctions. What grandpa cherished most was spending time with his grandchildren. Lorenz was a Charter Member of Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worden. He never missed an opportunity to worship and serve his church. Lorenz is survived by his son Jeff (Kelly) Heyd and grandchildren Ashley and Ryan; brothers, Leo Heyd, Marvin (Coral) Heyd; sisters, Ella Hyde, Lorraine (Clark) Fowler; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Viola; and sister-in-law Margaret. Cemetery: Interment will be in Huntley Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the church. Service: Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2013, 11 a.m. at Our Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worden.