On a beautiful winter morning near Bynum, Montana, 93 years ago on December 29, 1932, the world was privileged to gain a life that would forever change it. On July 30, 2026, we now must all go on without him armed with the faith and strength that he taught us. Cloyd Stott was well known throughout his life, first because he was uniquely born as a twin to his parents, LeRoy and Lillian Alta Jenson Stott, but later because he served, set an example for, and loved so many in his church, community, and country.

Cloyd was stalwart in worshiping and serving in countless volunteer callings for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was willing at the drop of a hat to spend time helping any neighbor or friend in need. In his service to the community, he enjoyed uplifting others through the power of music as the drummer for the Rythmairs musical band for 43 years, playing for dances, weddings, and old folks' homes. He served in the community at blood drives, the information center, and as a board member of Skyline Lodge. He rarely complained about others and was a quiet peacemaker whose stoic attitude and commanding presence led those around him to be and do their best. For his service to the country, we all loved his stories of being the head mechanic in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. He also served for many years on the Honor Guard. In his professional life, Cloyd, with his twin Lloyd, took over the family ranch and ran it for 40 years. They were known for trying new things, from having one of the first pivot sprinklers to doing artificial insemination. He also instilled in us all to just take the time to do things right the first time.

Most important to Cloyd was his family. He found the love of his life, Gineal Oliphant, at BYU, and they were married on May 6, 1960, in the Salt Lake Temple. He deeply loved all his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings and their families, as well as Gineal's siblings and families. He is survived by his twin brother, Lloyd (Marge); his children, Kim Heath (Brent), Dan (Tammy and the late Marilee), Dorothy Campbell (Rob), Carol Wearley (Robb), Sylvia Brown (Chris), Tonya Hansen (Matt), Julie Larsen (Spencer), Roy (Cheryl), Druceal Sheldon (Mike), and Chad (Beth); 68 grandchildren; and more than 80 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gineal; his parents; his brothers, Leslie (Louise) and Stan (Beverly, living); and his sisters, Glenna Peebles (John) and Afton Martin (Bob).

Funeral services for this amazing man will be held on August 6 at 1:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Choteau, Montana, with a viewing beginning at 12:00 p.m. It can also be viewed online at frontierfuneralhome.com