Joan Marie (Henry) Jezick, life-long resident of Helena, passed away on October 30, 2014, after a long illness. Joan was born on February 1, 1929, in Helena to Marie (Lupien) and Paul Henry. Joan attended St. Helena’s grade school and high school, graduating in 1947. Joan briefly attended St. Mary’s College in Los Angeles following high school.
Joan married Raymond Jezick in 1949 in Helena and they began their life together. Ray preceded Joan in death in 1978. Survivors include Shelley (Jezick) Miller, Helena; Paul Jezick (Willis), Seattle WA; her grandchildren, Terry (Terri), Butte, MT, Carl, Helena, Mike (Jessie), Baker, MT and her great grandchildren: Marrissa, Kayla Ann, Genevieve, Owen, Patrick, Sheldon, Aubree and Peyton.
Joan retired from the State of Montana, Public Employees Retirement System in the 1980’s, after a long career with the State, beginning as secretary to Arnold Olsen both as Montana Attorney General and later, in his private practice following his service in the US Congress. Joan worked for the offices of the Diocese of St. Helena after her retirement until the early 1990’s.
Joan was a member of the Cathedral of St. Helena diocese and she participated in a variety of activities throughout her adult life. For a time, Joan was a Eucharistic Minister at the Cathedral, a member of the Daughters of Isabella, Anaconda Chapter, a member of the Sacred Heart Society and the Crusillo Community.
Joan had many friends in the Helena area, who will remember her outgoing, warm personality. She was dedicated to many activities in the church and belonged to an ongoing Bible study group. Joan also loved to bowl and was a member of a number of leagues. She was the last member of a close-knit group of pinochle players, who enjoyed many years of weekly games and outings.
The family wishes to express thanks to Dr. Tom Weiner for his compassionate and expert medical care for Joan throughout her illness, to her care givers at St. Peters’ Oncology and to her special care givers at Big Sky Health Care Center.
Pallbearers will be Mike Johnson, Terry Johnson, Chuck Jezick and Paul Jezick.
A Rosary will be prayed at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 4th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Avenue. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 5th at the Cathedral of Saint Helena. A funeral reception will follow in the Brondel Center located in the lower level of the Cathedral. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery later that afternoon. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that memorials in Joan’s name be sent to an organization or charity of the donor’s choice.
To offer condolences to the family or to share a memory of Joan please visit below.
Service Schedule
Rosary
5:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 4, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Mass
12:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Cathedral of St. Helena
530 N. Ewing Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the Funeral Mass
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Brondel Center
530 N. Ewing Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Interment
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 N. Montana
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Rosary
5:00 p.m.
Tuesday November 4, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Mass
12:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Cathedral of St. Helena
530 N. Ewing Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the Funeral Mass
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Brondel Center
530 N. Ewing Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Interment
Wednesday November 5, 2014
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 N. Montana
Helena, Montana 59602
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donna van valkenburg says
I love you always auntie Joan!!
Donna Coman says
Shelly & Paul
I was so sorry to read about the passing of your Mom. She has always been very special to me.
I remember our long drive to Seattle for the bowling tournent. Was a fun road trip.
I am currently out of town so will not be there to attend the services. Just know you all are in my thoughts & prayers.
Donna
Maggie Brennan says
Joan, the faithfulness and hope that your prayers carried in our intercessory prayer group will always serve to remind me of how close you were, are now, and always will be to the God who created you and loved you from the very beginning.
Bill and Amy Nese says
Joan, we got to know you through the Heart & Home Ministry at the Cathedral, having the privilege of bringing you our Lord at St. Pete’s and in your home. It was always such a pleasure to visit you and to receive your warm smile and your positive attitude. You always lifted us up and never seemed to complain. We know you are at peace now and are passing that smile around to all the Saints and Angels in heaven. You will be missed!
Bill and Amy Nese says
See message above.
Cathy Murphy says
Joan (Mom called her Joanie) was a very special friend of my mom Doris Murphy. I smile to think that they are in Heaven together right now. I am so sorry for your loss, as I know she will be greatly missed.