Memories of Tim Samardich

In memory of

Tim Samardich

Big Sky, MT

May 29, 1968 - July 25, 2024

May 29, 1968 - Jul 25, 2024

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Lisa Knorr

1992, Big Sky, MT, USA

I got to know Tim in his early days (early 1990's?) in Big Sky playing tennis and he was also working at the Sun Dog Cafe. This was back in the day when we had a thriving tennis community of a lot of really good players and we had so much fun (long before the pickleheads took over)! Tim was the most sought after mixed doubles partner, especially for tournaments! He would mainly bless us when there was good competition and he would show up in his unconventional tennis garb and his very unassuming self and before they knew what was happening, he would completely shellac the competition...with his mischievous smile all the while. Oh how I miss those days! Tim, thank you for the wonderful memories and for being my friend!

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Wilbur & Corky Potvin

Our thoughts and prayers are with Lisa as well as prayers for the repose of the soul of Tim.

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Jackie Robin

Timmy Samardich. The sweetest guy ever. Truly. 💜 He graced us with his presence. His smile. His gentle manner. He leaves us with the most beautiful memories. He lives on in our hearts and in all the rivers and streams. . Deepest condolences and so much love.

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Becky & Bob Jamo

What can we say about Tim that you don’t all already know. Kind, patient and always encouraging. We first met Tim in 2009 at Eastslope for a birthday fly fishing trip. The lodge where we were staying had arranged for what we thought to be a day of fishing on the Gallatin River, but instead the lodge set up a fishing trip on the Madison (which we had just fished a day before). In a bit of some confusion, Dave Alvin stepped in with a solution resulting in us wading the Gallatin with Tim and us falling in love with Big Sky, the Gallatin and of course Tim. From the first double hook up at Moose Flats to the Madison, Yellowstone, Gallatin and Quake Lake trips we did with Tim as often as we could, we were hooked. His infectious smile, his love of “his office” from the scenery, wildlife, wild flowers and of course his knowledge of fishing and friendly patience with teaching, made every experience with Tim magical.

Tim you made us feel confident in our ability to catch fish and we did. We will forever cherish the memories we captured with You.

Lisa, you have our deepest condolences

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Denny and Amey Benson

We have lots of memories of Timmy in Big Sky, like watching him, Alex and Eric and Dan close out the all you can eat fish fry at By Word of Mouth. No more pain and suffering. Love and prayers to you all.

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Chris Samardich

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Mardi Hermann Suhs

We cherish our memories of Tim when he worked for us in high school. Our condolences to the entire family for your loss.

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Chris Samardich

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Chris Samardich

1968

4, 3, 2 and baby Tim

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John & Jean Geisler

The Geisler family is saddened to learn of Tim’s passing. He was like a member of our family. Tim’s approval was required to marry one of daughters, all of whom Tim guided. Our sincere condolences Lisa!!

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Dan Locicero

2020, Montana, USA

Tim in his element

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Dan Locicero

I must have a hundred photos of antlers we sent back and forth over the years. Dang it, only one with Tim in it! Tim shared some of his best antler spots with me over the years and it was a hobby (obsession?) we both loved. This photo was taken after a day of hiking the hills across the Gallatin river. He was worried the current would be too strong to cross on his own since he was still recovering from chemo, so I helped him across. We used radios to stay in contact and when my battery died I hurried back to the truck so I could be there to help him get back to the trucks. I expected him to be there waiting but he wasn't. After more than an hour I finally see him coming across the meadow on his way home with a brown antler on his pack, he refused my help on the way back through the river.

Tim told me he used to lose track of time looking for antlers and would stay out for 8 hours or more with nightfall being his only cue to go home. This changed how I looked at my own hikes and my willingness to give up. I was more than 15 years younger and he consistently hiked me into the dirt. Needless to say, now I try to go as hard as he did. Thanks Tim.

I must have a hundred photos of antlers we sent back and forth over the years. Dang it, only one with Tim... Read more I must have a hundred photos of antlers we sent back and forth over the years. Dang it, only one with Tim in it! Tim shared some... Read more I must have a hundred photos of antlers we sent back... Read more