James Roger Blotsky, age 69, of Miles City passed away on Tuesday, May 01, 2012 at his home near Miles City.
Jim was born on the family homestead in Morton County, North Dakota on December 7, 1942, the son of Vitalius and Katherine (Loshesky) Blotsky. Jim grew up on the homestead until he was 7 years old when the family moved to Billings. Jim attended grade school in Billings until the 8th grade when he began working with his dad. Jim developed a love for music and at a young age, taught himself to play guitar and various other instruments. Jim worked as a truck driver and did construction for a short time. Jim married Julie Dahms on March 4, 1970 in Billings, Montana. Following their marriage, they moved to Gillette, Wyoming where he started working in the oil fields. Jim was eventually transferred to Miles City for work and in 1970 Jim and Julie had their first daughter Darbie and soon after in 1972 their second daughter Marnie was born. After living in Miles City for a short time, Jim began working for the school as a maintenance man and all around handy man.
Jim had a passion for the Yellowstone River and loved spending as much time as possible on it fishing. He loved playing the guitar but most of all he loved spending time with his family.
Jim is survived by his wife Julie Blotsky of Miles City, MT; two daughters: Darbie (Jason) Karch of Miles City, MT and Marnie Blotsky of Miles City, MT; two grandchildren: Brady and McKenzie Karch; a brother Keith Blotsky and three sisters: Gloria Spitzer, Jacqueline Czerniecki and Deloris Hushka. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Donald Blotsky, and a sister Caroline Zahn
Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday May 3, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Friday May 4, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Scott Jens says
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, he was a good friend while we were in Miles, you are in our prayers.
Scott and Sue Jens
Shyla says
Julie and family,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I’ll miss seeing him around the school.
Diona Austill says
Will miss Jim’s cheerful attitude at the end of the day! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Betsy Mason-Schell says
My heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to you Darbie and Marnie. May God bless you all in this dark time.
Julie Kaufman says
Sandy Hays says
Julie,Darby and Marnie, Thinking of you and letting you know you are in my prayers.
James Arneson says
I remember working with Jim and enjoying a few rides on the Yellowstone in his Jet Boat. R.I.P Jet Boat
The Yeager Family says
Jules, Darbs and Marnie,
So many terrific memories we have with The Jimmer.
Thanks for sharing him with us!
Brett and Ashley Bratland says
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We are sending prayers your way
Brett and Ashley
Doug and Diane Ellingson says
Julie,Darby, and Marnie and Family, Our condolences. I sure enjoyed working with Jim at the school. He always had a good story and loved to share wild asparagus. A good guy who will be missed by all who knew him.
Marty & Jeanette O'Dea says
Marni & Darby, So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
Robert Bond says
Sorry to here about your loss i’m thing about you all & take care
With All My Love Robert
Linda Wolff says
Julie and Marnie, I’m sorry I could not attend Jim’s service but you are both in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that you have many better days to come.
Love, Linda and Harvey
Marc Hartse says
Our sympathies go out to Jim’s family for their loss.
Steven, Deborah, Justin and Stephanie Smith says
Julie, Marnie & Darbie;
We just heard about Uncle Jimmie’s passing. We are so sad for you ladies. You family has always been some of the very best memories in our lives. It has been depressing to have not been able to see you guys when we have passed through the area. We wish you comfort and hope that things have been with God’s care. We missed your smiles and hope to spend time with you in the future. Our email address is attached. Always Love,Steven, Deborah, Steph & Justin (Danny & Jordan)
Leona and Larry Dann says
Was so sorry to hear about Jim. He will be missed.
John Minow says
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Jim through my father when I was little. He took my dad and I fishing on the Yellowstone. I remember so well because he let me drive his boat. He was a good man and always had a smile to share.
Shirley says
Sad there’s no mention of his older children and grandchildren. Mike, Jamie and Mary Jo