Dirk Nyquist

Dirk Nathaniel Nyquist, age 62, of Anaconda and Missoula, MT, passed away on July 31, 2024.

Dirk was born on June 25, 1962 to parents Carly Franklin Nyquist and Donald Herbert Nyquist in Anaconda, MT. Shortly after Dirk graduated from Anaconda Sr. High in 1980, he joined the US Air Force. During his 8-years of military service, he was stationed primarily at Clark AFB in the Philippines where he became enamored with the country and its people.Dirk then attended the University of Montana-Western where he earned a BS in Secondary Education. He became a lifelong educator and beloved teacher to Montana’s youth.

Dirk loved the outdoors – backpacking, fishing, hunting, and biking. Dirk took joy in sharing this experience via his outstanding photography and teaching others the skills of the trade.

Dirk was preceded in death by his parents, Carly and Donald, and his brothers, Don and Frank. Dirk is survived by his treasured daughters, Heidi & Erica Nyquist, former wife, Susan Nyquist, and adored nieces/nephew Frankie, Connie, Heather, Nitchi, Taylor, Dusty, and Nate.