John Currie Colvin, beloved father, brother, and friend, was born on October 7, 1954, to Cage and Dorie Lou Colvin. He was the youngest of four siblings, joining Susan, Mary Jo, and David in the family.
Currie attended elementary school in Custer County, later splitting his high school years between Shattuck Military Academy in Minnesota and Custer County High School.
In his younger years, Currie worked in a variety of jobs, gaining experiences that would shape his adventurous spirit. He worked the gondola at Big Sky Resort during its opening year, and became known for his spontaneous road trips with friends across the country. One of his most memorable journeys took him on a 1,100-mile drive along the Alaskan Highway, a largely gravel road at the time, all the way to Anchorage, Alaska. He spent half the year in Alaska, working a range of jobs from washing dishes in Homer to working at the 3M warehouse in Anchorage.
After the passing of his father, Cage, Currie took over the family ranch on Moon Creek, where he would spend the next 40 years of his life enjoying the wide-open spaces. During that time, he met and married Annette Lahn, and together they raised their three children, Krissy, David and Bailie. In addition to his work on the ranch, Currie was an entrepreneur, founding the 519 Club and later owning and operating the Montana Bar.
Following his retirement, Currie enjoyed spending time in Red Lodge, Montana, where he spent summers hiking the trails and exploring Rock Creek. His winters were spent on the warm beaches of South Padre Island, Texas, always looking forward to visits from his children and grandchildren. Currie had a deep passion for Montana history, particularly local history, and loved researching the stories of the community’s founding members. He was also fond of exploring old bars, a hobby that often led him to uncover fascinating pieces of history.
Though Currie was known for being reserved, he was always full of surprises, and his friends and family will always remember him for his kindness and integrity. He was the epitome of the “Irish Goodbye”- always saying hello but rarely a formal goodbye, sneaking out the back to avoid the farewells.
Currie is survived by his children: Krissy (Spencer) Anderson, David (Loraine) Colvin, and Bailie (Slade) Colvin; his sister, Mary Jo (Denny) Kane; his brother, David E. (Judy) Colvin; his nieces and nephews, Kelly Zent, Laramie Zent, and Aaron Hatch; and his beloved grandchildren, Cadence and Brooks Anderson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cage and Dorie Lou Colvin, his sister Susan Colvin, and Annette Colvin.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His legacy of adventure, entrepreneurship, and love for his family will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday April 23, 2025
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday April 23, 2025
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Amanda Malley says
He truly was one of the very best Bailie! I’m so greatful that I was able to know Currie. So sorry for your loss.
Bill and Sharon Oftedal says
This breaks our hearts. We’ve known Currie since he was a little boy–he was cool then and that never changed. He was always full of ideas and plans, and he made so many of them happen. And he looked impeccable no matter what. So much comes to mind, but nothing more than that chuckle (and he could see the humor in every situation). His family meant everything to him–we’re thinking of all of you.
James Arneson says
What a good Man. I trapped for Currie years ago and always enjoyed stopping and visiting with him when I was out checking my sets. Soft spoken, gentle, and always happy to visit. I am sorry for the loss of your dad and friend. May God comfort you now and always with the best of memories. R.I.P Currie,
Pam Rogge says
Another class member taken too soon. Prayers and condolences to Currie’s family.
Tom Hanel says
Currie was a special person, always so kind, soft spoken, caring and sincere to the core. He has been a great friend for decades , he will be missed, a hurtful loss. I will cherish the memories and send prayers for his children who he loved very much🙏
Jerry and Sue Backlund says
So sorry to hear of Currie”s passing. Our prayers for all the family. We lost a good friend. What a great guy he will be missed by all.
Brenda Schwab says
Bailie I am so sorry to hear about your Dad, he was so kind the best boss you could ever ask for! He treated everyone like family!! He will be missed!! RIP my friend!!!
Linda Walker says
This is so sad.
Vicki King Carrafa says
He will be greatly missed. He was kind gentle man. I had fun with him in high school. He was always there every time I came home to visit. He was great Seward to Miles City. Celebrate his life. Memories are what heal your broken heart. RIP Curry you will always be in my heart.
Martha Crandall says
My sympathy
Denise Harvey says
A classmate and very nice person. So sorry he had left us but so wonderful to read about all his adventures. He loved deeply and was loved deeply.
Bryan Holmen says
I was recipient to one of those road trips. Lots of laughs and treasured memories. Such a good friend, rest in piece my ole buddy.
Jennie Hilderman says
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Currie was such a nice, kind man.
Donna Leitholt-Taylor says
What a wonderful man. He will be missed.
Peanuts Money says
What an amazing person Currie was-One of a kind with the best heart! We spent many times together growing up and in college-The best memories! He will be missed! Prayers for family!
Ervin and Janice Laib says
Sorry for your loss so sad to hear this Currie was a good friend and will be missed Prayers for his family RIP Currie
Lee Alexander says
Farewell my friend. You will be sorely missed.
Teri Muggli says
Im very sorry to hear . My condolences to his family and friends
Carol Gamble says
Krissy, Spencer and family sending hugs and prayers. You are in our thoughts!
Mike Archdale says
I for one can speak of Currie’s love of local history. When Currie hung pages from the “Yellowstone Journal” for art and discussion in the Montana Bar. One page was very special to me. It was a page for owners to advertise their brands, the Fiddle Back brand of the Archdale Brothers was amongst the brands. I know that Currie selected that page because of the Archdale Family. I know that the Love family and Archale family had/have great respect for each other. Thank you Currie. Tough year for the Colvin Family. Losing Susan and Currie. Thoughts and prayers for the Colvin Family and all their friends.
Deb (Bloom) Brown says
Currie was a very good friend to all of my family. We spent many good times with him. May cherished memories be with family and friends to help you through his absence here on earth. He is surely watching over all you.
Joan Bunke says
Currie was a wonderful man and boss. He had the best integrity! He had a wonderful laugh! You couldn’t ask. for a better person to walk
Robyn Barthelmess says
My deepest sympathy to Currie’s family. So hard to believe that we have lost another classmate. I remember Currie as always being so funny in high school.
May you be surrounded by memories filled with joy and peace.
Dan J Helm says
Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Culvin family. Curry was a good man and will be missed by all that knew him.
Scott Sanders says
Currie was my neighbor in Red Lodge for 8 years. He always kept an eye on our little community and donated countless hours to making it a special place. During the Red Lodge floods we could count on Currie to give us updates on whether the water would reach our doors.
The first thing my dog Daisy would do when we would get to Red Lodge is go to Currie’s door hoping he would come out. Daisy is afraid of most people but she loved Currie. She would lean against his legs (her version of a hug) as he scratched behind her ears.
When I learned that Currie was moving to Billings in the fall of 2024, I asked him if he wanted me to keep him updated on the happenings in our little community. I remember him telling me he had enjoyed his 8 years there but it was time to look forward . I imagine he was thinking about his next big adventure in the heavenly skies over Montana.
I will mis Currie. He was a good man. My sincere condolences to the family.
Natasha Leidholt says
Currie was a remarkable man. He was quiet, thoughtful, and so incredibly kind. I remember spending time on his ranch as a child with my Dad. He was such a good friend to my Dad, and after Dad’s passing he and I became friends. Whenever I talked to Currie I got such a sense of Love and Peace. He loved his family, his friends, and always had a positive word. He never expressed frustration, angst, or anger for anything in life that he’d experienced, and even when I suspected he was suffering from failing health, he never let on about it. I count myself lucky that he was in my life, my siblings lives, and my Dad’s life. He truly exhibited the qualities that belong to Montana: hardworking, honest, and full of spirit. My condolences to his family.
Mary and Don Luhr says
Krissy, David and Bailie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you and families.
Josephine Meidinger says
So sorry for your loss. Currie was a very kind man. Had time to visit with everyone. Prayers and hugs for all of Currie family and friends
Currie family and friends
Darcy Boggs says
Such sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Frank Tooke says
Curry was a great guy and businessman. It was a pleasure dealing & working with him. Please accept my greatest sympathy. Frank