Fred Pierce
October 28, 1939 - January 17, 2022
Obituary
Fred Clark Pierce II passed away January 17, 2022, at home from complications of a recent stroke. Fred was the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Pierce Packing Company and had worked in every capacity of meat processing. During its peak years, Pierce Packing Company became the 25th largest processor in the United States with distribution in 25 states and four foreign countries. He stepped in as CEO of Pierce Packing when his father passed away in 1972.
Fred was born on October 29th, 1939, in Billings, Montana. He graduated from Billings Senior High and attended Montana State University in Bozeman until taking his position at the plant. Fred married Judy Ann Marks on March 21st, 1960. They enjoyed a wonderful life including many happy times at their Bridger Creek cabin until she passed in February of 2003. This union produced four children – Clark, David, Craig, and Ann Marie (spouse William De Lauro).
On April 30th, 2005, Fred married Jean Sara Hauge at Lake Coeur d' Alene Resort. At this time, Fred inherited four stepchildren. Jennifer Bauman (Brad) step grandchildren; Braden, Logan, Tristan. Kim Finn (Monte) step grandchildren Brent, Blake, Bailey. Kari Filius (Scott) step grandchildren Parker, Peyton (Andy), great grandson Noah. Darren Fike (Hilde), Asa, Ira, Avi.
Fred and Jean were members of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Fred was preceded in death by his father Clark Pomeroy Pierce, mother Winifred W. Dabner, son Craig, sister Penny (Castle) and sister Roxie (Strand).
A celebration of life will be held on January 20, 2022 at 10am at Trinity Lutheran Church. Per Fred's request, memorials can be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church, 537 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102.
Fred was born on October 29th, 1939, in Billings, Montana. He graduated from Billings Senior High and attended Montana State University in Bozeman until taking his position at the plant. Fred married Judy Ann Marks on March 21st, 1960. They enjoyed a wonderful life including many happy times at their Bridger Creek cabin until she passed in February of 2003. This union produced four children – Clark, David, Craig, and Ann Marie (spouse William De Lauro).
On April 30th, 2005, Fred married Jean Sara Hauge at Lake Coeur d' Alene Resort. At this time, Fred inherited four stepchildren. Jennifer Bauman (Brad) step grandchildren; Braden, Logan, Tristan. Kim Finn (Monte) step grandchildren Brent, Blake, Bailey. Kari Filius (Scott) step grandchildren Parker, Peyton (Andy), great grandson Noah. Darren Fike (Hilde), Asa, Ira, Avi.
Fred and Jean were members of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Fred was preceded in death by his father Clark Pomeroy Pierce, mother Winifred W. Dabner, son Craig, sister Penny (Castle) and sister Roxie (Strand).
A celebration of life will be held on January 20, 2022 at 10am at Trinity Lutheran Church. Per Fred's request, memorials can be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church, 537 Grand Avenue, Billings, MT 59102.
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The Missoula Meismers
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Our prayers are with the extended Pierce family.
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Debbie and Curt
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Sent with love and remembrance,
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Debbie Gile
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Fred was so special to all of us. So many fond memories at the cabins, at the pool at the family home for the holidays. Love to all of you. Penny's kids Debbie and Curt
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Michelle R (Penne) Whitmarsh
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Clark: My dear friend I am sorry to hear about the passing of you father. I hope that your memories will get you through the trying times that I am sure will come ahead. In the meantime, I hope that you and your family can spend some quality time sharing family memories. Your family was always so welcoming all the times that I was at your house. With loving memories! Michelle Penne Whitmarsh