Louis William Mccrea

Louis William McCrea died peacefully on December 3, 2020 at the age of 90 in Belgrade.



Louis was born November 24, 1930, in Sheridan, Montana to Frank McCrea and Lola (Hedges) McCrea. He graduated from Manhattan High School. He was a shooting sports champion and loved to quick draw. In his early adult years, he enjoyed ranching, hunting, and fishing. He went on to building houses and then sales.



He met his wife Mary Jo (Priest) and married on October 12, 1952. Together they built their business Trader Macs, that they ran until 2020. Most everybody in the valley knew "Trader Mac".



Louis was proceeded in death by his wife Mary Jo McCrea, his son Bill McCrea, and his parents Frank and Lola McCrea.



He is survived by his daughter Janice (David) Scott, sons Wade (Jeanette) McCrea, Jim McCrea, and Dan McCrea, sisters Carolyn Hespen and Francie Whitzell,.13 Grandchildren, 20 Great Grandchildren. 2 Great Great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.



A private graveside service will be held for Family and Friends.



The family would like to thank all who cared for him in his last days. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to:

National Rifle Association of America

11250 Waples Road

Fairfax, VA 22030