Travis Charles Vandersloot, 29, passed away Monday, March 23, 2009, as a result of an automobile accident near Somers. Travis was born Sept. 14, 1979, in Billings to Robert D. and Cynthia (New) Vandersloot.

As a young man, he grew up in Hardin and Butte, then moved to Columbia Falls at an older age. He attended public schools in Hardin and Butte.

Travis enjoyed golf, snowboarding, music and movies. All who met Travis will miss his smile, caring and loving ways. He will be greatly missed.

Travis was preceded in death by a cousin, Erin Emmert.

He is survived by his father, Robert D. Vandersloot, and stepmother, Nola Vandersloot; mother, Cynthia New, and stepfather, Gary Emmert; brothers and sisters, Christy Bridwell, Trenn Vandersloot, Justin and Nathan Vandersloot, and Amy, Sarah, Ryan and Eric Emmert; grandparents, Robert C. and Pearl Vandersloot, Robert New, and Virginia McBeth; great-grandmother, Marie Vandersloot; great-grandparents, Joyce and Don Emmert; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins on both sides.

A celebration of Travis will be held at a later date in the Flathead Valley. A funeral service will be in Hardin, with burial at Fairview Cemetery in Hardin.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Big Horn County Historical Museum.

Friends are encouraged to visit the Web site at www.buffalohillfh.com to leave condolences for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home and Bullis Mortuary are caring for the family.