Robert Herdt, age 80, of Belcourt, ND passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at his home.

Robert "Bob" Clyde Herdt was born on June 17, 1941 in Glenburn, ND to Walter and Ida (Salseg) Herdt.  He was raised in Glenburn and graduated from Glenburn High School.  He furthered his education earning at Bachelor Degree in secondary education at Minot State University and later obtained a Master's Degree in education at Oregon State.  Bob was united in marriage to Della Poitra-Parisien on September 3, 1977 at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Belcourt.  He loved time spent with his wife, step-children, and grandchildren, all whom brought so much joy to his life.  Bob taught at Belcourt Schools for over 41 years before retiring.  He enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, hunting, fishing, and going to the lake.  Bob was often seen driving his green pickup around and was always up for a visit.  He liked visiting with family and friends, often telling stories of days past.  Bob also liked reading and enjoyed writing his Christmas letter every year.  He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Della Herdt of Belcourt; step-children, Kenneth "Rusty" (Donna) Parisien, Audrey Parisien, Bruce (Raylene) Parisien, and Keith Parisien; five grandchildren, Jennifer (Robert) Mesa, Clint (Jessica) Parisien, Russ Parisien, Audrey (Chris) Bercier, and Chelsea Parisien; great grandchildren, Britt, Brey, Robbie Rose, Kody, Tucker, and Camille; sisters, Fran Secord, Bev Merck, and Dollie Newgard; and many nieces and nephews.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, twin brother Raymond Herdt, Lonnie Blackketter, Butch Herdt, Sally Poindexter, Frank Herdt, and Eunice Herdt.

Casket Bearers are Russ Parisien, Clint Parisien, Tucker Bercier, Chris Bercier, Wayne Parisien, and Gary Hunt Sr.  Honorary Bearers are Greg Lashman, Sandy Morin, Gary Hunt Jr., Chiboy Poitra, Jack Parisien, Darrell Parisien, and all family and friends.  Readers are Jessica Parisien and Chelsea Parisien.  Eucharistic Gifts by Camille Bercier and Brey Parisien.  Eulogy by Jennifer Parisien, Audrey Bercier, and Tucker Bercier.  Music by Derrick Dixon.  Rosary led by Kathy, Bonita, Mona, Sheila, and Jackie.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 27, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, St. John, ND with a visitation beginning at 8:00 AM and Rosary Service/Eulogy at 9:00 AM prior to the funeral mass.  Burial will follow services at St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery, Belcourt, ND.

Elick Funeral Home, Rolla, ND.