Jack Wesley McCuin, age 88 of Jordan, formerly of Saco, Montana passed away on February 2, 2024 at the Garfield County Nursing Home in Jordan, Montana.
Jack was born on August 7, 1935 in Saco, MT to Edwin Walter “Mac” and Alma (Garrison) McCuin. He was raised on the ranch 35 miles south of Saco on Larb Creek and attended school in Saco. His dad passed when he was 10 years old, which was difficult for him and the family. On September 20, 1970, he married Jan Forbes in Goblesville, Indiana. They lived on the ranch in Saco and raised their daughter, Nyoka.
He enjoyed working with a team of horses and was especially fond of Appaloosa horses and Hereford cattle. Jack also made sure he was at any horse event his daughter or granddaughters were involved in. He was proud of the fact that Libby and Paige learned how to harness a team and drive them to attend several wagon trains. His niece Becky and nephew Ernie remember Jack singing the Christmas catalog to them, along with singing nursery rhymes backwards from the last page. He taught his nephew Ernie several things about mechanics and haying the Phillips County prairie. Jack maybe wasn’t the best singer, but he did like to sing Bad Braham Bull and The Strawberry Roan when given the chance. He continued living on the ranch until 2005. He sold the ranch to Jimmy and Kelly Orahood and moved to Miles City to be closer to his daughter and granddaughters.
He was a member of the Wittmayer Grazing Association during the founding in 1970, he was one of the last old time cowboys.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Mac & Alma; his siblings: William (Bill) McCuin, Patrick McCuin, James (Wendy) McCuin, Jeanne Marinko and Mike McCuin.
He is survived by his daughter Nyoka (Jason) Twitchell of Miles City; his brother Nick McCuin of Grass Range, sister-in-law Irene McCuin of Billings; two granddaughters Libby Twitchell, Paige Twitchell of Miles City; ex-wife Jan (DJ) Cornutt. Several numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Methodist Church in Saco, Montana. Interment will follow in the Saco Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday February 9, 2024
United Methodist Church
303 Vagg St
Saco, Montana 59621
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday February 9, 2024
United Methodist Church
303 Vagg St
Saco, Montana 59621
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Emma Higgins says
To all of Jacks family, I first met Jack while driving the transit bus. I enjoyed our visits. He was a kind compassionate man. On our trips not only did we have a nice visit he always shared some words of wisdom with me. I use these in my daily life. I enjoyed getting to meet Nyoka, the girls and Nyokas mom. I have known Jacks nephew Harley for years. Hugs and prayers to you all. R.I.P. Jack. May you rest easy.
Tom Horn says
Tom Horn says.
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. I loved visiting and sharing old songs with him. Rest easy old friend. We are diminished.
Jan Alexander says
Jack and I were life-long friends, his parents’ ranch being some 50 miles or so south of my parents’ in Valley County, Montana. We never met until he came to town for high school. It’s hard to lose a long time friend. Rest easy old friend.
Jan Alexander says
Jack and I were life-long friends, his parents’ ranch being some 50 miles or so south of my parents’, in Valley County, Montana. We met when he came to town for high school. It’s hard to lose someone you’ve known so long. Rest easy old friend.
Mike and Teddy Landers says
To Jack’s family and friends
We met Jack a few months ago when I was asked to come sing. When he was up for it he’d recite his favorite song. The residents are pretty special people and it was an honor to know him. Rest easy and know you made a difference
Bill and Karen Dutton says
To Jack’s family,
We enjoyed Jack’s stories and getting in a good visit. He and Bill talked cattle and horses, and hard winters. He sang for us occasionally when we had music. We will certainly miss him. Our sympathy and prayers go out to you.
Lori Murnion says
Jack became like a second father to me. We had a special connection. Jack was my Dad’s partner on the wagon train to Miles City, he loved sharing stories with me. I sure loved that old guy. Work won’t be the same. So sorry for your loss Nyoka. He was so proud of you and his two granddaughters
Lynn Holland says
Nyoka and family,
Sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa.
Lynn Holland
Connie and Ron Watts says
Our sincere sympathy Nyoka, Jason, Libby, and Peach.
Michael Fred & Nancy Ereaux says
Nyoka, Libby, Paige and family,
So sorry for your loss! I’ve missed “Big Jack” ever since he left our community. We just read of his passing in the paper tonight, Feb 9th & the funeral is over. So sorry we missed it & getting to see all of you & pay tribute to one swell guy. We definitely would have been there. He was always so kind & we always enjoyed getting to visit with him. So many special memories with Jack over the years. Michael Fred bought his saddle from him & still rides it now. We will miss him very much, he touched our hearts. For some reason I have thought of him several times in the last couple weeks. Rest in peace our dear friend, rest in peace.
Our hugs & prayers are with you all,
Michael Fred & Nancy (Oxarart) Ereaux
Marilyn says
So sorry to read of Jack’s passing! He was one of my most favorite residents! He talked about his daughter and granddaughters and had high regard for his son-in-law. He will be missed! 💙
Jim mccuin says
My favorite uncle and mentor he loved his nieces and nephews very much loved his family and friends I’m very proud too call Jack mccuin my uncle rest easy
Debbie Yeska Porter says
My Dad, John Yeska, has often shared stories of the McCuin family, their Larb Creek neighbors. As was the case in the 40’s, kids often “farmed out” (stayed with other families closer to town) during the school year. I’m not sure which McCuin boys stayed for short periods with the Yeska’s but some of Tom Fisher’s kids did the same. It made for good memories and lasting friendships. On behalf of Gary and I and the Yeska family, we send condolences to Jack’s loved ones. He was so proud of his family.