Jack passed away at his home, Wednesday, April 10, 2013. He was 77 years old. Jack was born in Helena, Montana, May 3, 1935 to his parents, John N. and Edna M. Darfler.
Jack was briefly in the military before being called home to take care of his mother and three sisters upon his father’s death. He also worked for the Forest Service and then started a 34 year career working as an engineer for Mountain Bell Telephone Company. He retired in 1990. After retiring, for many years Jack did contract work for telephone companies in Montana, Idaho and Colorado.
Hunting and fishing were Jack’s passion. He loved to hunt elk and deer in the mountains surrounding the Helena area, he also hunted antelope around Ryegate. He was very successful in his hunting adventures including a doll sheep from Alaska. It has been said about him that “ if he couldn’t shoot the animal he would walk it to death”.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Willie Cramer. He is survived by his wife, Frances M. Darfler, son John C. Darfler (Tami), daughters Patti Darfler (Neil Metzinger), Lisa Cramer, Arlette Cicolani (George), sons Alan Sevier (Lois) and Mike Sevier (Debbie) along with ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Sisters Donna Novak, Darlene Stanger, and Patti Warneke.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Jere and Kay says
Fran and Family – Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Jack was a good man and we always enjoyed visiting with him. Cliff will be pleased to have his hunting partner back. I hope that time helps to heal the hurt you all are feeling now. Be sure to let us know if there is anything we can help with.
Perry and Elaine Hughes says
Fran, we were sorry ti hear the news about Jack passing. We remember the times when we would go down and enjoy the steaks Jack would cook. if you need anything, please let us know.
Judy and Leonard says
Fran and family So sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. I enjoyed working with him many years ago. It was nice to see you at the Good Sam Style Show. Take care and thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Tom Ellis says
Patti, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Tom & Charlotte Ellis, Coeur d’ Alene, Id.
The Sullivan Family in Clancy says
Fran and Family we are sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. We will miss seeing him out in the yard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
MIKE WRIGG says
FRAN I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. BE COMFORTED IN KNOWING THAT JACK IS IN GODS EMBRACE.
Bonnie Isaak says
Fran, Was so sad to hear about Jack. I loved working with him. He had a special sense of humor about “right of way”. Bet him and Foos are telling tales about the good old days. He was one of the best. Will be missed by so many. God Bless
T Alston says
I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the hope of seeing your loved one again by means of the resurrection (Isaiah 26:19 and John 5:28,29)
La Rae Sevier says
Aunt Franie: I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Jack. Our prayers are with you. If there is anything I can do, please, please call me 805-827-5094. Love, La Rae Sevier