Jonathan Haywood departed this life on October 24, 2021 to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and loved ones who have gone before.
He was born November 7, 1950 in Helena, MT to Ollie and Gaynelle Haywood.
Jon graduated from Jefferson High and from Oklahoma Christian College with a degree in accounting.
He married Carol Martin in 1972 and built a home on Warm Springs Creek Rd overlooking the beautiful ranch where he lived as a child.
Jon worked a variety of jobs before forming his own business Hidden Rivers Sprinkler, Landscaping and Snowplowing.
Jon and Carol were blessed with one son Terry and two grandsons Hunter and Jaxon.
Jon was a goodnatured, kind and caring man always willing to lend a helping hand.
One of Jon’s greatest joys was sharing the good news of Jesus and His love.
He was a life long dedicated member of the Church of Christ in Helena and traveled to Three Forks, Twin Bridges and Whitehall to support the churches as a passionate, talented song and worship leader.
He helped build the South Hills Church of Christ building and Missouri River Christian camp.
Jon loved the Elkhorn mountains and was an avid hunter taking many friends and family on his expeditions.
He was preceded in death by his parents (Ollie and Gaynelle Haywood) and wife Carol.
Jon is survived by his son Terry Haywood and grandsons Hunter and Jaxon, his sisters Myra (Eldon) Thomas and Janice Ivey of Helena, nephews David Ellis of Elko, NV, Tim (Teresa) Ellis of Butte, MT, Derek Jones of Houston,TX and niece Angie (Chris) Harris of Battleground, WA.
There will be a Celebration of Life at the South Hills Church of Christ November 13 at 1:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
1PM
Saturday November 13, 2021
South Hills Church of Christ
2294 Deerfield Ln
Helena, Montana 59601
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
1PM
Saturday November 13, 2021
South Hills Church of Christ
2294 Deerfield Ln
Helena, Montana 59601
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Janet Lallathin says
Jon (aka First Jon) was such a blessing to the Camp UNO campers at Yellowstone Bible Camp. He was our song leader, our fire builder and our friend. He might have been the first to hitch a ride to Chico or Livingston, but he was also the first to volunteer to get up at 3 am to take someone to the airport. He acted as our tour guide too, always offering up a short cut or a good view. Jon will forever have a special place in our hearts. He was a man of service and he loved God, his family and his church family. Jon will be missed. So sorry for his family’s loss.
Mary Kay Bennett says
For many years, Jon snow plowed the Sylvanhaus Condo area. Never, not once, did he miss a day, he would be there early morning..he snow plowed, shoveled our walks, & even cleaned out the lower stairways to the street.
He was bigger than life..I will miss him.
We extend our sympathy to all his family & friends.
Mary Kay Bennett
Rita Tenneson says
I am so sorry to hear of Jon’s passing. I had a horrible feeling something terrible must have happened when I called him over and over when I returned from Wyoming and couldn’t reach him. He always called back. Please except my sincere condolences. He was one of the nicest people I have known and I will miss his joyful laugh and friendship deeply. Much love to you, Terry. Please keep in touch. Sincerely. Rita Tenneson