Jerome F. “ Mike” Tallon, age 88, of Helena passed away at his home, Thursday evening August 23, 2012.
Jerome was born in Park City, Utah, June 20, 1924 to Jerome P. and Mary (Flynn) Tallon. Following his high school education, Jerome enlisted in the United States 13th Jungle Air Force, February 5, 1943 and was honorably discharged January 4, 1946.
Jerome and Audrey Cote were married August 17, 1951 in Butte, Montana. Jerome worked as a Baker at Dutch Girl Bakery in Butte in the 1950’s. He also worked for Martin’s Bakery in Kinston, North Carolina, Albertson’s, Van’s, Safeway in Helena where he was manager from 1969-1987. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, collecting rocks, raising roses and spending time with family. Jerome was a member of the Disabled American Veterans.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Patricia Tucker, Margaret Hanley, Geraldine Tracy, Rose Tallon and Rita Rittel; brothers, Paul Tallon and John Tallon and his dogs, Patch and Muffy.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Audrey; son, Stephen (Mary) Miller; daughter, Laurie (Allen) LaCasse; brother, Joseph Tallon; grandchildren, Kamala (Brett) Shepard, Justin (Nicole) LaCasse, Tamara (Dan) Rosenthal, Jesse (Jessica) Miller, Michael (Karla) Miller.
Jerome is also survived by his great grandchildren, Kyle (Sari), Austin, Derienne, Trajen, Trystan Richardson, Briette Shepard, Hannah Miller, Liam Miller, Keilah & Kaden LaCasse; one great great grandson, Layton Richardson and numerous nieces, nephews and faithful friends, Max and Buddy.
A memorial service celebrating Mike’s life will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 31st at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Avenue. A reception will be held in the social center of the funeral home immediately following the memorial service. Burial with military honors will be at Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Harrison, approximately 1:15 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2012. Memorials in Mike’s name are suggested to the DAV, 1900 Williams Street, Helena, MT 59602; Hospice of St. Peter’s Hospital c/o St. Peter’s Hospital, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601; or Lewis & Clark Humane Society, P.O. Box 4455, Helena, MT 59604 Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family condolences or share a memory of Mike.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Family and Friends Service
Following the Memorial Service to 1:00 p.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Interment
Approximately 1:15 p.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Fort Harrison
Helena, MT 59601
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Family and Friends Service
Following the Memorial Service to 1:00 p.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Interment
Approximately 1:15 p.m.
Friday August 31, 2012
Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Fort Harrison
Helena, MT 59601
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Dorothy Thiede says
Glad I got to know you. You were so much fun to visit with. Your family is sad now, but they will think of you always in their hearts.
You are “Only a Breathe Away” from us all.
KEITH & DETTA PALMER says
Dearest Aunt Audrey & Family, Keith and I are so sorry to hear of Uncle Mick’s passing. Please know he is no longer suddering and I am sure was met at heavens gates by his brothers and sisters. Love to all of you and you will be in my thoughts and prayers on Friday. Keith & Detta Palmer, Munds Park, AZ 86017
The Carkeek Family says
Dear Audrey, Steve, Laurie, and family – We’re so sorry about Mike. We know the last years were hard for him, though, and it was hard for you to see him go through so much. We have many long years of memories of Mike. He was a good friend. We love you! – Betty, Claudene, Steve, Alan, and family
Claudene Carkeek says
Audrey, you have been an amazing wife to Mike! I hope you find comfort in that now.
I remember way back when you were remodeling your house in Butte. Steve and I came to your home to have our pictures taken before the Junior Prom at Tech. I also remember working with Mike at Albertson’s when Michelle was just a baby. He was a great support at work. Many years later, I remember how good it was running into you two now and then at the Fort, and visiting a few minutes. So many memories, it’s hard to imagine him gone. Please know how much we care about you. – Love, Claudene
Gino Dunfee says
Laurie: Not sure if you are the same Laurie Tallon who lived on Copper Street (at the top of Idaho St) in Butte for many years. If so, we were neighbors. My sincere sympathies on your loss.
Jeanette Lynn Hanson / wildish says
Dear Grandmother,my condolences I am sorry to find my grandfather passed away before I was able to reconnect with you guys it been a very long time!!! I do love and miss you both. And you are in my thoughts and prayers every day 😉 love always Jeanette ………. God bless