Jacob “Jake” Volz passed away peacefully September 28, 2022 at Holy Rosary Healthcare with family by his side.
Jake was born January 10, 1940 the 5th of 8 children to Rudolph and Clara Volz in Dodge, North Dakota. In 1951 the family moved to Miles City, Mt where he attended Sacred Heart School. While in high school he worked setting pins at the bowling alley where he found he enjoyed bowling and won many trophies over the years.
Jake joined the Army in February 1962, while serving in Germany he met and married a local gal, Frieda Freyh on 12-21-1964 in Huffenhardt. He was an MP with the rank of Sargent E5 when he was discharged in September 1967. The family moved back to Miles City, MT where he worked various jobs before going to work for the Milwaukee Railroad in 1972. After its closure in 1982 he went to work for Railcar Maintenance where he started out as a railroad car repair man and retired as the billing coordinator on December 31, 2004. In his 25 years at the company, it was run under 5 different company names.
Jake was a very detail orientated man, remembering who owned which land sections between here an Jordan, as many of the fields he had worked. Numbers were his thing and he was great at remembering them, whether railcar serial numbers, important dates, phone numbers, measurements or the mileage on the car (much to his youngest daughters dismay). He enjoyed dancing and was an avid gardener. His family, friends and neighbors were lucky to benefit from his love of gardening.
He is survived by his children Frank Volz of Billings, MT, Carolyne (Mimi) Berg of Boise, ID and Nancy Volz of Miles City, MT; his grandsons: Clayton Volz of Billings, MT and Austin Volz of Miles City, MT; granddaughters: Danielle (Shawn) Blanchard of ID and Brittney (Nick) Taylor of ID; Great Grandsons Collin Volz, Parker Greetis and Nixin Taylor; his sisters: Helen Murray and Eva McCabe; a brother Matt (Darlene) Volz, a sister-in law Betty Volz, as well as Margot, Anna and Erica of Germany and many nieces and nephews in both the US and Germany.
He was proceeded in death by his wife Frieda, his parents, brothers Nick and Joe, and a daughter-in-law Cindy.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 7, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery with full military honors. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wake Up and Lace Up or the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday October 6, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday October 7, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday October 7, 2022
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday October 6, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday October 7, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday October 7, 2022
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Rd.
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Clara Jo says
Nancy and Austin so sorry to hear about your dad and Grandpa 🤗 what a wonderful neighbor and friend we had living next door to your folks all those years .. May all your wonderful memories help on those tough days 🤗
Shannon Holmen says
Nancy and Austin, so sorry to hear of Jacob. He was so dedicated to Freida, such an admirable trait. He loved the both of you so much. Here’s to good memories.
Wanda L Ayers says
Thinking of you Nancy and Austin. So sorry for your loss. Will miss seeing him turning into your driveway and his friendly wave.
Schneider Family says
Nancy, Austin and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know you are going to miss him very much. You took such care of him. Hugs to you Nancy.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Nancy and Austin,
So saddened to read of the passing of your loved one. Thinking of you both during this difficult and emotional time. Sending you prayers of sympathy and encouragement today and in the coming days. Peace be with you!
With condolences,
Kim Stanton
Kim Peterson says
Nancy I am sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Cherie says
Nancy and Austin, such sad news about grandpa. He was so great to work with at Trinity. You are in my prayers.
Marj Anderson says
Sorry for your loss Nancy
Linda Wyse says
Nancy and Austin, So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers, remember all the great times you had with him
Denise Harvey says
My prayers are with you! May you find comfort in treasured memories.
April Thompson says
My condolences on the passing of your Dad/Grandfather. My prayers are for peace and comfort.
Dawn Beddes says
Nancy, Im sorry for the loss of your dad…my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Roberta Morgan Rickman says
Nancy, so sorry for your loss.
Patsy Davis says
Nancy,
Love and prayers to you and Austin in your heartbreaking loss of your Dad and Grandpa. Cherish your precious memories!
LaRae Tangen says
Nancy and Austin…so sorry to hear this news. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Bernadette Miller says
My prayers are with the both of you, I enjoyed seeing your Mom and Dad years back, your Dad always watched over your Mom. He was a good guy, will miss seeing him at work.
Cindy Schedel says
Nancy so sorry to hear about your Dad.
Always enjoyed him such a true gentleman with a big smile.
Lorrie Pearce says
Sorry to hear about Jake. He was a good man.
Oralei Hoffman says
Nancy and Austin – so sorry to hear of your loss – thinking of you-
Sheila Rickett says
Sorry to hear this. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Nielsen says
Nancy Sooo sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers, I know he will be missed,
Donna Leitholt-Taylor says
Nancy, so sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and prayers
Don Neese says
Nancy, Austin and family.
I was so saddened by the news. Jake was a true dear friend. I have known Jake and all you from the time we moved in next door to you. I couldn’t tell you the date but I know Jake could tell us the year, date and I’m betting the time of day we moved next door. 😀. Jake was better than a alarm system he watched our block like an eagle. Jake and Freda were like second parents. Jake would stop by my shop and visit always updating me on what Nancy was doing and how Austin was growing up to be a fine young man and hockey player. It was not to long ago we were reminiscing about drinking Oly beer as we talked over the fence. I know Jake brought the beer so I wouldn’t drink all his beer. 😂I going to miss his garden benefits too. He will be missed!!! RIP Jake.
Diane M Welbes says
Nancy and Austin–The loss of a family member is like that of a limb, time may heal the anguish of the wound but the loss cannot be repaired. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Love you.
Katie Benoit says
Nancy and Austin
So saddened to hear about the loss of your dad and grandpa. Both your parents were great people and now they can be together again. My sincere condolences to your family.
Rick k says
Nancy, so sorry to hear about your dad, you are in my thoughts!!
Cheryl Tonn says
Nancy my deepest sympathy!!
Rick and Dena Lang and boys says
We are so sorry for your loss. He was such a great man and we will certainly miss seeing him at the rink. Many hugs and lots of prayers.
Peggy Steadman says
Nancy and your family, I am thinking of you!
Barb Holcomb says
Carolyn and family- so sorry for your loss. It’s hard to lose a parent at any age. I hope you cherish your memories and stay in touch with each other. Barb (Bonine) Holcomb