Scott Rost

Funeral Service for Scott Rost, 57, of Baker, MT will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 30, 2010, in the Chapel of Stevenson Funeral Home in Baker, MT with the Reverend Father Thomas Tobin officiating. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29th, at Stevenson Funeral Home with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. Scott passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at the Fallon Medical Complex in Baker, MT. How do you say goodbye to your hero, your friend, your brother, your grandpa, your husband, your dad? It’s impossible to sum up in a few small paragraphs the impact that Scott Rost made on the world. There is nothing in his life that was ever small or insignificant. His life was big. It was full of amazing moments. There isn’t a soul who knew him who didn’t have or hear a “Scott Rost” story. When he told stories his signature big bellied laugh often proceeded the words.Each of the stories were hilarious, exciting, adventurous, crazy and wild. Yet each of the people with those stories can also tell you that there are more stories about him and how he touched their hearts in such a big way with his kind words, wisdom and generosity. Sometimes he could even make you feel o.k. with just a nod or a pat on the shoulder. When you think of dad several words come to mind; strong, honest, hard working, caring, compassionate, trustworthy, selfless, loyal and true. He taught us from day one to stand up for what we thought was right, to tell the truth and to work hard. He just wouldn’t have it any other way. Dad was into anything that us kids were into. He was our biggest fan. His enthusiasm and encouraging smile will be greatly missed in the cheering section. He made sure that we never did without. No matter what it took, he always found a way to make things happen. Dad was very proud of his family and all of their accomplishments. He was so excited when he and mom became grandparents four times in 16 months! He lived for those four babies. He made sure to go to their wrestling, track, swim team, volleyball, basketball, taekwondo, band concerts, piano recitals, rodeos, girl scout functions, and even just playing card games together. Dad always encouraged his kids and grandkids to do their best no matter what. We have to look deep into our hearts and feel the strength and love that he left there for each and every one of us. He had a way to make his relationship with you one of a kind. He had a unique bond with each of his babies and especially mom. He did his best to make all of our dreams come true and stood by our side to help us achieve those dreams each and every step of the way. One can never see camo or orange without smiling and thinking about his love of hunting and how he was so proud that his hunting legacy carried onto his grandkids. He shared the last four days of his life hunting with Daniel and Scotti Jo and being there for their first season. He would beam and tell how accurate their shots were and how they helped with all the dressing and skinning. He was very much anticipating the next year to get to take Skyler and Ashley out for their first season. Aside from hunting he loved to take them shopping, 4-wheeling, or play cards with them too. Dad was a man who didn’t wear his heart on his sleeve, but you knew just where he stood. He never yearned for grace and praise. His greatest accomplishments were his kids. He would often say that he “was the richest man on earth” and that he “felt like a million bucks” because he got to see his kids and grandkids every day. Scott Rost was born January 15, 1953 in Bowman, ND to Tubby and Nellie Rost. He was unique from the moment he was born. He grew up in Fallon County spending time with the MacKay’s, Ketchum’s and with anyone else who needed help. His passion in youth was just spending time with family, rodeo and his purple Charger. In 1971 he met and married his one true love Trish Travis. The two began their lives young and had to face many obstacles. But together they perservered, never letting anything break apart their family. In August of 1972 their daughter Jamie Jo was born. She was the sparkle of her daddy’s eye. During this time Scott and Trish were working as hired hands on the MacKay and MacKay ranch. After a few years he moved on to begin his life long career in the “patch”. In August of 1977 Scott was overfilled with pride at the birth of their son William Scott, who was named after Scott’s older brother Bill. Scott always idolized his oldest brother and was adamant that his name would carry on. Scott worked as a contractor in the patch for over 25 years until 1999 he took a job with Encore as a Lease Operator. He developed great friendships with co-workers over the years and was so endeared by some of the younger generation in the patch that often referred to him as “Dad.” He worked there until his death on October 26, 2010. Those lost without Scott are his wife Trish, his daughter Jamie Jo (Tim) Robinson and their daughters Scotti Jo and Skyler and his son Bill (Desi) and their children Daniel and Ashley all of Baker, his Mother Nellie, his Sisters Kay (Sonny) Hanson and Anna (David) Crawford; his Brothers Casey (Jean) and Roddy (Max) Rost. Numerous Aunts and Uncles; Cousins; Nieces and Nephews. He also had a very special bond with his “Little Sister Jo.” Scott was preceded in death by his Father Tubby and his Brother Bill.


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Burial Date: October 30, 2010