Thomas A. Dailey

Thomas A. Dailey, 64, died June 21, 2016, in Billings.

Tom was born on May 8, 1952, in Billings, to Leonard L. Sr., DDS, and Ileta Stovall Dailey. He graduated from Billings Senior High. He continued his education by earning a bachelor's degree in religious studies from the University of Montana - Go Griz. In the early part of his career, he worked with the Peace Corps in Costa Rico, returning to start his own General Contracting Company: Dailco Corporation. Later on, he obtained his Realtor's designation, and sold and managed real estate. He was involved in his community by serving on the Board of Trustees & National Advisory Council at Rocky Mountain College.

Tom was a gifted and caring man, and enjoyed people, always having time to talk with anybody he met. He particularly enjoyed hiking, skiing, camping, family events, art museums and Crow Days. Tom was an enrolled Crow Tribal Member, and had a special connection with the family ranch at Lodge Grass. We will miss him greatly.

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Dailey, Sr., DDS, and Ileta Stovall Dailey; brothers Bruce Dailey and Clyde Dailey; and sister Deniece Meissner. Survivors include brothers John (Judy), Leonard, Jr. (Kathy); sisters Rita Campbell, Twilla Meacham (Steve); his children, Natalia, Ileta (Eric), Thomas K.; granddaughter Amaya; and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 11, at the First Presbyterian Church, 2420 13th St. W., Billings. Place of interment will be Mountview Cemetery, 1704 Central Ave. There will be a reception following at the Elks Lodge, 934 Lewis Ave.