John (Jack) Phillip Austin, Jr., age 90 of Helena, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2014. He was born January 16, 1924 to John Phillip and Rose Anna (DeBelka) Austin in Helena.
He attended the local schools in Helena and upon graduation; Jack entered the service in 1941 and was honorably discharged in 1954. For many years, he worked on a ranch, Phillips Dairy, lumber mills in Silver City and in Lincoln. In 1956, he worked for the State of Montana in Labor and Industry until he retired in 1981. Jack was a 47 year member of the Ottawa Lodge #51 A.F. and A.M. in Marysville and he also enjoyed time with the Helena Senior Citizens Club. Jack loved to hunt and fish.
Jack married Jean Elizabeth (Cole) Incoronato in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 23, 1988. In their 19 years of marriage, they both enjoyed doing many different activities together. Jean preceded Jack in death on December 2, 3008.
Also preceding Jack was his parents, John and Rose and his brother, and sister-in-laws, Georgia and Robert Austin.
Jack is survived by two nieces, Tracy of East Helena and Vikki of Great Falls, a nephew, Bobby of Helena and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Cremation has taken place. A private family service will take place at a later date. Memorials may be sent in Jack’s name to the Algeria Shrine Transportation Fund, P.O. Box 1174, Helena, MT 59624 or to that of donor’s choice.
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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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Carol( Austin) and Joe Netolicky says
May God Bless Jack, We did not know he was so sick. He didn’t indicate this when we called.
We are deeply sorry ,and sad to hear of his passing. He was a very caring Cousin to us. We loved him,and pray he rest in peace. We have nothing but fond ,happy memories of him and Jean. Bless him Forever. Love always, Carol, Joe and Family
maureen finstad says
I remember Jack and Bob. What nice looking boys and young men they were. I was in Conrad the day the war was declared over. What a happy site…they were both so happy. Uncle Al and Sy really put us all to work making orders for in town celebration. Marie and I wanted to go so bad but we were a little too young. Jack was so close to Uncle Al … I know he will be missed so much. God Bless him and his family. Love Maureen
Larry Petty says
To The Family: May you find peace in this time of sorrow. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy.
Larry Petty says
To The Austin Family: May you find peace in this time of sorrow. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy.
Larry
Virginia Finstad Miller says
To the family of Jack we send our deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. I knew Jack in our younger years growing up in Helena. In recent years while in Helena, my Sister, Maureen and I went to visit Uncle Al Austin at the Nursing Home. Much to our surprise Jack was there visiting. We had a great time talking about the earlier years, family memories of the past. I’m so glad I had the chance meeting with Jack. Virginia Finstad Miller
Nile Morrow says
I learned of Jack’s passing from my ex-wife who lives there in Helena still. He was a kind, loving man and role model for me growing up when I was in the care of his Mom, Rose and her sister Anna. After I married, we always stopped to visit after we moved away to WA. He and Bob took such good care of their Mom. The world will be a bit sadder for the loss of this gentle soul.