John Edward Seliskar passed away on September 19, 2011 with his wife and children by his side.
John was born on August 22, 1932 in Waukegan, Illinois. The oldest child of John Seliskar and Jennie Marolt, John spent his childhood setting pins at the local bowling alley and summers working at his relative’s dairy farm in Owen, Wisconsin. John worked for one year in the Wire/steel mill and then entered the Air Force. John received his undergraduate degree from North Texas State and enrolled in Medical School at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his fellowship at the University of Colorado, Denver specializing in infectious diseases.
John discovered Helena, Montana and moved there to spend his career in private practice and later Fort Harrison VA Medical Hospital for 20 years.
John retired from United States Army Reserve after attaining the rank of Colonel.
John was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Fultz; brother-in-law, John Paradis; and sister-in-law, Jeanne Reinwand.
John is survived by his wife, Margaret Anne Seliskar; children/grandchildren: Robert/Katryn Seliskar, Judson, Joey, Katryn; Johanna/Howard Davis, Chance; Jeffrey/Candace Seliskar, Jodee, Jesse; Gregor Seliskar, Isaiah, Lily. Rebecca Seliskar. Brother: Robert/Dreama Seliskar, San Antonio, TX. Sister: Marcia/Pete Russell, Magee, MS. Sister in law: Ronnie/Jerome Tuss, Wenatchee, WA. Sister in Law: Nita Fultz, Eureka, MT. Sister in Law: Cindy Paradis, Helena, MT. Brother in law: Jack Reinwand, Parker, ID. Aunts, uncle, cousins, nieces and nephews.
John’s interests were in golf, Christmas, golf, Dallas Cowboys football, golf, outdoors, golf, traveling to Ireland, Hawaii, Rome and golf. He loved his children and grandchildren and attending their sporting events.
Visitation will begin at noon with a Vigil service to be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 22nd at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 23rd at the Cathedral of St. Helena. Burial will follow with military honors at Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Harrison. In lieu of flowers, memorials in John’s name are suggested to the Montana State Veterans Cemetery P.O. Box 5715 Helena, MT 59604. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
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Al and Kathy Quist says
Al and I were so sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was a fine physician. We have many good memories of seeing him at football games our boys played in at HHS.
God be with you as you grieve and remember. Al and Kathy
Beverly Moore says
My condolences to the family. It was a pleasure to know and work with him many years at SPH. A gentleman and a very caring doctor. It was a pleasure to know him. He will be missed.
Bonnie (Hinman) Hofmann says
My thoughts are with you Anne and family on this sad but glorious day. God promises us that we will live again. Divine love is our only condolence when we are hurting…
I miss you and love you.
Cousin Bonnie
Chuck & Vanessa Tolson says
We were saddened to hear of Doc’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Dawson and Deanna List says
Dee and I want to express our sadness for the loss of John. He was a good friend and neighbor for many years. We haven’t see John that much after he moved to town will still miss him very much. We have to leave for Missoula at 6 AM tomorrow and will miss the funeral.Our Condolences to the family
Denise Feller says
Of all the doctors I worked with in 40 years, Dr. Seliskar was one of the best. He was always kind, caring and wanted the best for his patients. We nurses were glad to work with him.
Don and Gail Stritar Wegrzyn says
Cousin John, you have always been respected and loved by all you have touched. You will be missed. God Bless your family and friends who you leave with your love and caring.
Gail and Don Wegrzyn
Doug and Jeannie Matthies says
Dear Gregg and Family,
We were so sorry to see your Dad passed away. Please know we have been thinking of you.
Fondly~Doug and Jeannie Matthies
George and Pat Runnels says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, George and Pat Runnels
Joe Hrella says
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
With deepest Sympathy
Joe Hrella
Julie DeMars says
Bob, Kati and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Please know you are all in our prayers.
Love Julie & Jim DeMarsl
Keith & Gale Kramlick says
We are sorry to hear about the loss of Dr. Seliskar. We worked with/for him in the 396th Station Hospital (USAR). He was a pleasure to work with and will be missed by all.
Keith & Gale Kramlick
Kim Russell Stennett says
I am Marcia’s oldest daughter. I once came to visit for a few weeks. You all made a big impression on me as a youg girl. I didn’t get to know you well but enjoyed that summer so much and wish I could have visited more. I am so sorry Uncle John had to Leave this world so soon. If there is anything I can do for any of you please let me know. I love you all. Kim
Kristin Seliskar Bizzell says
I cannot believe one of the great lights of humanity has gone dim. Uncle John will live forever in our hearts and memories.
Leah Seliskar Liles says
Uncle John will be truly missed. I know he is in a much better place where he is active like he wanted and probably playing golf. I hope the extended family know we are here for you and love you all very much.
Molly Christensen Croft says
Anne, Bobby, Johanna, Jeff, Gregor-I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of John. I have many fond memories of our time up in Grizzly Gulch sledding, lighting off fireworks and gathering after the family hikes. He was a kind and gentle man who left an impression, even without trying. My prayers are with all of you.
Patt Brown-McLeod says
Our dear Saliskar family it is with saddened hearts to hear of the loss of your Husband,Margaret, Dad,Johanna,Grandfather,Chance and Father-in-Law my lil’ Brother Butch. Its been 5 yrs ago since we first met your wonderful family, but Vicki and I had a hope of seeing the family again. Dr.Saliskar was indeed a gentleman to us and we know he will be missed by all that love him. You all are in our prayers and we send our Love. Butches oldest sisters Mrs. Patt Brown Mcleod and Ms.Quiquia Calhoun and famlies
Pinky & Sam Cameli says
Dear Anne & Children,
So many good memories we have of John, He and I were very close and spent a lot of our early childhood days together when he came to spend summers at Grandma & Grandpa Marolt. Sam enjoyed golfing with John in Montana, and the wonderful visit we had with all of you!! Anne I think of John every time I light the twirling nite light I bought in Montana, John said it reminded him of his family’s christmas tree that had a revolving stand. Love & prayers to all of you.
Sam & Pinky Cameli
Scott, Jill, Morgan, Travis and Dylan Henry says
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be blessed.
Sharon Holmquist Mercado says
Dear Anne and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Dr. Seliskar at SPH and the VA. He was always so caring and concerned about his patients. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sr. Marie Gabrielle Doubek says
Dear Anne and Family,
I am sorry to hear about John. I will offer my Mass, Holy Communion and Holy Hour and a day of all prayers and works for the repose of his soul. He was a devoted physician who provided excellent medical care for so many people. That charity is a highly prized grace with God. Such virtue is rewarded by the Divine Physician – so be comforted with this thought. I will ask my Dad to meet him in heaven and “show him around”! They were good friends you know. I will have all my Sisters pray for him and for all of you. I send big hug to you, Anne and to your children.
May God bless you,
Sr. Marie Gabrielle
Steve & Sharee Davison says
So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great man, who inspired and influenced a great bunch of kids. Truly a sad loss.
Tammy Copenhaver says
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
The Bernard McCarthy says
Anne and family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May the God of mercy comfort you all in your loss. May the angels of the our Father greet John with joy and dancing at his arrival in God’s loving arms. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
The Colussi Family says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If their is anything we can do (meals, yard work, etc) please don’t hesitate to call we are just down the street and would be happy to help you out…
Warmest regards,
— Kevin, Abbie, Elaina Daniel and Luke.
The Schroder Family says
Dear Seliskar Family- We are very sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. I had the distinct pleasure to meet your Father at Bob and Katryn’s Wedding. Your Father was a wonderful and kind man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you entire family.
Tina (Lucht) Crum says
Greg, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord Bless You and Keep you close during this difficult time.
Wendy Vick says
Johanna, I’m so sorry. Your dad was a wonderful man. He gave me a place to stay when I needed one and the only thing he knew about me was that I was your friend. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wendy
Amanda Russell says
I am Marcia Russell’s granddaughter and came across this when researching my family history. I hate that I never got to meet so much of my family before they passed on. He seemed like a wonderful man. Sorry for the loss.