George (Jerry) W. Padbury III, 77, of Helena, passed away on January 24, 2014 in Sun City West, AZ.
Jerry was a wonderful father and role model for his children and grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, uncle, and friend.
Jerry was born in Helena to George W. and Marie (McDermott) Padbury Jr. on July 16, 1936. He went to school at Helena High School. He married Agnes (Aggie) E. Duke on June 23, 1956 in Helena. He studied business and history at Carroll and Santa Monica Colleges.
Jerry served in the Army Airborne and was stationed in Germany and Lebanon. After his service to our country he worked in the insurance industry for 36 years.
Jerry was Past Master of Masonic Ottawa Lodge #51 in Marysville twice. He was also involved with the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Spokane, and volunteered at the Fort Harrison VA Hospital. He received numerous civic awards over the years.
Being an avid golfer, Jerry played golf at courses around the country. He was proud of his hole in one at Green Meadow Country Club. He loved travel and working with wood in his workshop.
Jerry is preceded in death by both parents and sister, Joyce Ann Grenier.
Jerry is survived by his wife Agnes, sons George (Kip) W. Padbury IV, Rick, and Brett, daughter Karla, grandsons Jeremy and Jesse, granddaughter Kallie, great-granddaughter Eleanor and many nieces and nephews. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends from around the country.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday January 31, 2014 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Cathedral, 511 N. Park Ave, with the Dean Kinner, officiating. Burial, with military honors, will follow the funeral service at Forestvale Cemetery. A reception will follow the burial in the social center at St Peter’s Episcopal Cathedral. Pallbearers will be Kip, Rick, Brett, Jeremy, Bob Peccia and Earl Fred. Memorial donations in Jerry’s name may be made to the charity of your choice.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 31, 2014
St. Peter's Episcopal Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Burial with Military Honors
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday January 31, 0201
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Burial
Friday January 31, 2014
St. Peter's Episcopal Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday January 31, 2014
St. Peter's Episcopal Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Burial with Military Honors
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday January 31, 0201
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Burial
Friday January 31, 2014
St. Peter's Episcopal Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
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Rita Tenneson says
It is with a heavy heart I send you my condolences. Jerry was my classmate and friend – always cheerful, kind and a devoted family man. He will be sorrowfully missed. My thoughts are with you during this sad time. May the memories of joyful and happy times together bring you comfort. With love – Rita Tenneson
Connie and Ole Olson says
Kip, Jill, Aggie and Kallie: Our deepest condolences on Jerry’s passing….you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. We regret we will be unable to attend the services….we would really like to see you and give hugs, it’s been so long. But we’ll be there in spirit and prayer. – Connie and Ole
BONNIE and BILL JACKLIN says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and we also share in their sorrow at this most difficult time. May they find comfort in knowing Jerry is at peace and in God’s care.
I’ll forever treasure the memory of the wonderful breakfasts we enjoyed together during our summers in Helena and am so sorry that he never had the chance to visit us at Black Sandy. Jerry personified the very best in humankind and truly exemplified what Masonry is and what it ought to be. Although he will be most sorely missed, may Jerry’s memory remain forever eternal.
God bless you, Jerry.
Dick Ross says
I met and knew Jerry through our mutual love of golf and was fortunate to be able to play many rounds with him at Bill Roberts. Jerry was a good friend and a great man. I know he will be giving lessons and scoring many more ‘holes in one’ at one of God’s many courses!!
While I never met Jerry’s family I want to offer my deepest condolences. Jerry was, and always will be, an inspiration to me.
Bob and Mardi Millons says
Our hearts are heavy and sad. Jerry was such a neat friend. He will be missed. We send our condolences and prayers to his family.
Charles T. Padbury says
My first memory of Jerry was a visit that his family made to our home in Marysville, Probably in the early 40’s. We visited with his family many times at their home in Helena. His dad George, was my father Earl’s older brother, which made us cousins. After high school, Jerry and I didn’t see each other for quite a few years. A number of years ago, when I was in Helena for a high school reunion, I found his name in the phone book and called him. He was delighted to hear from me and insisted we have lunch. We had a great time catching up on all the years. We’ve met almost every year since then. I’ll miss that warm smile and his interest in his family and mine. Jerry was a true gentleman and a good friend
Peggie Householder says
I was so very sorry to read of Jerry’s passing. He was such a wonderful friend to my husband, Steve, throughout their years in the insurance business and on into retirement and through their mutual love of golf. After Steve’s passing in 2011, Jerry remained a faithful and kind friend and kept in touch. When I failed to get any of his clever emails, I searched and found his obit. Sadly he passed away on my 73rd birthday. There is a great picture of him and Steve and a couple of people I don’t know on a beautiful course in MT hanging on the wall in our den. May the peace of God bring comfort to all of the family and may you also find comfort as you receive condolences from the many lives that he touched. Steve will be happy to welcome him home.