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In Memory Of

John F. ‘Jack’ Guipre, age 76, of Helena

September 28, 1940 – May 20, 2017

John “Jack” Frederick Guipre passed away peacefully at his home on May 20th, 2017 at the age of 76.

Jack was born September 28, 1940 in Bancroft, Idaho. He was a loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed cooking and sharing his creations with his family. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his dog, Bella. He loved riding his bike, roller skating, watching sports, and solving crossword and brain teaser puzzles.

Jack had many talents that served him well in providing for his family. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in the Montana National Guard.

Jack is survived by his wife, Sandra “Sandy” Orchard Guipre, daughters Lisa (Bill) Harris of Lund, Nevada, Lesly Beers of Annapolis, Maryland, Jill (Bradley) Harpham of Klamath Falls, Oregon, and son Jack Guipre of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is also survived by his sister, Janice Fransen, as well as 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, May 31st at 12 noon at the LDS Church, 1610 East 6th Avenue, Helena, MT. A viewing for immediate family and guests will be held in the Relief Society room starting at 11:00 a.m. Interment with Military Honors will follow the service at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Harrison.

All deliveries should be sent to Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home & Crematory, Helena, MT. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Jack’s name to Lewis & Clark Humane Society or volunteer or donate to the Department of Veteran Affairs Montana Health Care System. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Jack.

Service Schedule

Viewing

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Relief Society Room LDS Church

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

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Funeral Service

12:00 p.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

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Burial with Military Honors

After the service

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Heroe's Rd.

Ft. Harrison, Montana 59636

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Service Schedule

Viewing

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Relief Society Room LDS Church

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

View map

Funeral Service

12:00 p.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

View map

Burial with Military Honors

After the service

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Heroe's Rd.

Ft. Harrison, Montana 59636

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  1. Jan Lewis says

    May 24, 2017 at 6:28 am

    Dear Sandy and family,
    I am so sad to learn about Jack. He was always such a happy guy and will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time.

  2. Cliff Crum says

    May 24, 2017 at 6:52 am

    Sandy, so sad to here of your loss! My best to you and your family!

  3. Sunny Rawson says

    May 24, 2017 at 7:03 am

    Sandy and family so to hear about the passing of Jack. My heart goes out to you and your family. He was always friendly and kind. He will sure be missed. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  4. RaeAnn Heiner says

    May 24, 2017 at 8:47 am

    Sandy, Lisa, Leslie, Jack & Jill,
    We are all so sorry to hear about your dad. We just got to spend some time with him on Easter Sunday. He was always happy and kind. You will all be in our prayers and thoughts. I’m sure he will be greatly missed! Love you all, Bret & RaeAnn Heiner

  5. Peggy Kinkade says

    May 24, 2017 at 11:11 am

    Dear Guipre family:
    I’m so sorry to hear of this loss. I remember Jack as a cheerful and friendly guy. May you be lifted by the love of family and friends through your grief, and may many happy memories carry you forward. Prayers and love from Bend, Oregon.

  6. Sandra Kelly says

    May 24, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    Sandy,
    I am so sad to read about Jack’s passing. What a kind, sweet, funny and lovely man.

  7. David Freeman says

    May 24, 2017 at 3:04 pm

    Dear Guipre Family,
    Such fond memories with all of you. Your dad was always so kind to come up and say hello whenever we were in town visiting or around him. He always talked about each of you and was so proud of all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are directed your way. I hope you are able to remember all the good times during this time of grief. On a lighter note, I am glad he was forgiving of me when I accidentally hit Sandy in the eye with a softball back in the day.

  8. Janice Fransen says

    May 25, 2017 at 11:26 am

    Dear Sandy & Family,
    How can I ever tell you how sad I am over our loss of your Dear husband, father, and brother. Jack was always happy and upbeat. We had such wonderful childhood memories together. I am missing him so very much. We had fun times together when you lived here. You are in my heart over this sorrowful loss. Love Always, Janice

  9. Nedra Green says

    May 25, 2017 at 4:14 pm

    Aunt Sandy,

    I am so sad for you and I want you to know I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know you will be with Uncle Jack again, but know in the meantime you still have a family here that loves you very much. I am sorry I can’t be there in person, but I will be there in spirit. I love you lots!

    Nedra

  10. Chryl Poore says

    May 26, 2017 at 8:49 am

    Sandy and family
    My thoughts, heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May God enfold you with His love and strength to comfort you and may the memories in your heart keep you close. May you rejoice in God’s gift of salvation, that He gave His only begotten Son Jesus to die for our sins, that we not perish and have everlasting life at home, in heaven with our Lord. God bless.

  11. Sherlene Stanger says

    May 29, 2017 at 9:06 am

    Sandy
    Sorry to hear about Jack passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sam father of 3

  12. Lucy says

    May 29, 2017 at 10:53 pm

    Dear Sandy and Kids,
    I was saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. I wish I could be there with you this week, but family situations will keep me away. I will be thinking about you all day on Wednesday. Hold onto the memories! My love to you all.
    (Cousin) Lucy

  13. Gary O. Grimm says

    May 30, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    Dear Sandy and Family,

    I am so sorry that Jack has passed on unexpectedly. He was one of my best cousin friends when we were kids in Bancroft and the summers when I worked on the canal in Ashton. Over the years Jack kept that friendship with myself and many others. He will be missed by all. I found two close up photos I shot of Jack when we were all in Ashton in July, 2011 for Glenn Anderson’s funeral and posted them on this Helena Funeral Home web site with Jack’s obituary. We won’t be able to attend the service on May 31. but I am sure we will see you again sometime soon.

    Love,

    Gary Grimm and Katy Flanagan

  14. Olivia Tooley says

    May 31, 2017 at 2:18 pm

    My sincerest condolences to your family. Sgt. Guipre and I served together in the 201th PSC. He was always so kind to me, something I will never forget. I recall the time we were activated for the floods here in Helena, circa 1996. In spite of it being a stressful time, we managed to have a few laughs and made the best of a not so good situation. After the 210th was disbanded and we were all split to serve in other units, we lost touch, but I often thought of him. I’m sorry to learn he is no longer with us. May you find comfort in your fond memories of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother.

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Service Schedule

Viewing

11:00 a.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Relief Society Room LDS Church

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

View map

Funeral Service

12:00 p.m.

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

1610 E 6th Ave.

Helena, Montana 59601

View map

Burial with Military Honors

After the service

Wednesday May 31, 2017

Montana State Veterans Cemetery

Heroe's Rd.

Ft. Harrison, Montana 59636

View map

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