James aka Jim/Jimbo Widdicombe was born on September 18, 1946 To Bud and Violet Widdicombe in Hardin, Montana. He had an older death brother and sister, Bob and Arlene. He attended numerous schools throughout Montana and ended up graduating from Senior High in Billings, Montana in 1964. He was then drafted into the US Army and sent to Vietnam for a year-long tour. After returning home he met the love of his life, Kay Plummer. They married September 14, 1968. They spent 30+ years together and had three amazing children.
Jimbo had a lifelong career with Boilermakers Local #11 and loved what he did. In 1995 he had a major brain aneurysm and was forced to retire. He enjoyed spending time with his dog, Porky, as well as his grandchildren. Torturing them was his favorite part! There was never a dull moment when he was around. He loved telling jokes and getting a rise out of people. Part of his morning ritual consisted of going to the Town Pump and greeting everyone.
He is survived by his three children: Scott (Christy), Larry, and Dena (Taylor); twelve grandchildren: Taylor (David), Anthony, Tristin, Zach, Callie, Dominic, Marley, Lakota, Lakenzie, Cristo, Trypp, Tryton: older brother Bob; numerous nieces and nephews; as well as too many friends to count. He is proceeded in death by his parents; older sister Arlene; and the love of his life wife, Kay.
He made it a point to live his life to the fullest and died peacefully at the age of 70 on January 2, 2017.
A sincere special thank you to the Colstrip Medical Center, EMT’s, and especially to Allan Violet Jr.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Thursday January 5, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Memorial Service
2:00 PM
Friday January 6, 2017
Whiskey Gulch Saloon
17 Cherry St
Colstrip, MT 59323
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pat & george riedel says
Dena and all of JIMBO’S FAMILY — he will be sorely missed. sorry for your loss and thinking about you
Dave and Vickie Gunderson says
To all of Jim’s family, we are so very sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. We always enjoyed our visits with Jim out at the lake in the summertime, and felt so bad when we discovered that he had lost his beloved puppy dog. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dave and Vickie Gunderson
Brenda Dotson says
Thought and prayers to you all, we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Brenda and Russ
Donnie and Paula Peplow says
Dena and Family,
So sorry to hear about Jim. Enjoyed his banter when he stopped by city hall. Thinking of you all!
Mary Rose Swan says
Heaven won’t know what hit it with Jimbo in the house! So sorry for your loss, Widdicombe Family, but I have faith that he’s meeting up with some friends he hasn’t seen in a while and having a great time catching up.
Bob & MAW says
Dena and family, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time, Bob, Mary Ann & Robert
Dale & Cheri DeCock says
Dena, Larry, Scott and families we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers!
Tim Laedeke says
Sorry for your loss . Rest in Peace Jim .
Steve Widdicombe says
Another Widdicombe gone fishing. So sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Linda Hamilton says
So sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Jennifer WoodenLegs & kids says
Dena and All of thr family , condolences for your loss. .. he will be missed ♡
Marla says
Bud, Liz & Terry were waiting with a cold beer.. RIP & know you were loved.
Lu Shomate & Dave Hensel says
Dena, Scott, and Larry and all of the Widdecombe Family. We were so saddened to hear about Jim’s passing. I’m sure he is on an excellent adventure with your Mom and his furry friend by his side. He will be sorely missed in our community – he greeted everyone with a smile and some kind of kidding. We will be thinking of you at this difficult time. Love from the Shomate/Hensel Family!
Jeff bilharz says
RIP jimbo! My prayers to all the family & friends
Elsie & Bill Schye says
So sorry for your loss.
Boilermakers Local 11 says
Words are inadequate in expressing how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Rest in Peace, Brother.
Doug and Debbie Skiles says
Dena and all the Widdicombe family. We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a nice person. I was just visiting with him the other day and of course he was being onery and having a great time. Our prayers and thoughts at this time.
Mike & Sheila Barthel says
Dena, Scott, Larry. So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of uncle Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will not Be able to make it to the service. Hugs and Love to you all. God Bless
Dave Englund says
Sorry for your loss. I can’t say I knew Jim well, but he kept me laughing when I was around him.
Vicki Johnson says
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
jennifer stokes says
Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a wonderful person and will be missed.
Larry & Joanne Schrupp says
Our thoughts & prayers are with Jim’s family during this time of grief and loss. It was always entertaining to visit with Jim! He will be missed.
Susan Jones & Stephanie Reynolds says
Scott, Larry, Dena and families, Was so sorry to hear of your loss. Oh what memories we have of your family making the trip to north Idaho and all the fun, also when we went to Baker and Colstrip. May your memories last a lifetime and know that your Dad is at peace now. Our prayers and thought go out to you all.
Doran and Sandy Hewitt says
Dear Dena, Scott and family. So sorry for your loss. May the Lord bring you strength and comfort during this time. Sincerely, Doran and Sandy
Doran and Sandy Hewitt says
Dear Dena, Scott and family. So sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Sincerely, Doran and Sandy
Buggs and Loni Hartman says
Dena and Family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Jim was a nice man and he will be greatly missed. God bless you and your family.
John & Barb Groom says
Dena, and WIddiecombe Family So Sorry for your loss of Jimbo. I would just like to express my condolences to All of Jim’s Family. God be with you All in this time of sorrow.
John and Barb Groom
Duane and Jane says
Dena and family, so sorry for your loss, Jane and I are sending thoughts and prayers to all of you and your family.
Christian Currier says
I am so sorry for your loss, big Jim had me laughing Everytime I was around him! Great father and great man!! Sorry for the tremendous loss Scott, Larry and Deana!!! I am trying to make it back to Mt but will be there in spirit regardless! Miss you all!
Jennifer Raile says
Sure going to miss the old onery guy, I’m very sorry for your loss. RIP JIMBO you Ole fart.
Sam and Nancy Widdicombe says
Always with a laugh, a smile, a story–thoughts of Cousin Jim will always bring good memories. Dena, Scott, and Larry, please accept our sympathy for your loss.
Sam and Nancy Widdicombe and Family
Carla & Jay Kapptie says
Scott, Dena and Larry, sorry for the loss of your Dad. We will miss seeing him around town in his blue truck. Our thoughts are with all of you during this time.
Randy Laedeke says
I just now seen this evening that Jim passed on the Boilermaker Local 11 FB Page. I am saddened by the news and am sorry for the family’s loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Jim about the good old days over a beer.
Willis D Milburn says
I am very sorry Jim passed away.
I knew Jim many Many yrs ago. In 1969 we were young boilermakers full of it. If any one would like to here a few stories of them times. My number is 361 350 1855. My Willie Milburn. Be glad to tell them.
Kay , I am very sorry u lost Jim. My prayers will be with u and your family. Till we meet again. May Jesus bless. U