Bertrand Kodiak Quesnel, born on March 23, 1986, in Acworth, Georgia, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Billings, Montana.

Kodiak had a deep love for music, often singing and playing guitar. He found joy in creating and sharing music with those around him. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and spending time in nature, embracing the beauty of the world. Cooking was another passion of his, bringing warmth and comfort to those who shared a meal with him. His favorite color was green, a reflection of his appreciation for the natural world.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Brenda Gail Turner and William Colter Quesnel. He is survived by his daughters, Sienna and Marley; his granddaughter, Saige; his brother, William Colter Quesnel Jr.; his aunt, Candace Francis; and his nieces, Bethannie, Victory, and Alyssa.

“ You were the most amazing musician i've ever heard, and my love for music blossomed when i met you. I will forever miss you and not a day will go by that i won't think about you. I will always remember playing music and singing with you, and road trips and i know that u loved me more than anything. You will always be in my prayers, and i am sorry that we didn't have more time together. You will forever be in my heart and with me” - Sienna

“Dad, you taught me many valuable lessons in life, and for that, I want to thank you. From you, l inherited my most valuable characteristics— kindness and unconditional love.

Your spirit will always be with me, in every note of music and every cast of a fishing line. You will be so incredibly missed. I know that you are in heaven, fishing and playing your guitar, finally reunited with your parents, but most importantly, happy. I will forever cherish our memories together, from our fishing trips to the songs we sang. Your legacy will live on in our hearts always. I love you, Dad.” -Marley

“ Blood of my blood you were the music in my heart, and I look forward to the day when I’ll see you again” -Colter

“ Uncle Kodiak, you are so loving and kind. God took you from us; but he needed you more, you will forever be in my heart and mind. I love you “ -Bethannie

Kodiak’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. May he rest in peace.