John Henry (Jack) Laurie passed from this life on June 9, 2019. He had been living at the Friendship Villa in Miles City for the last two years where they were kind and loving to him.
Jack was born in Broadus, Montana, on May 17, 1940, to his parents Francis and Gladys Laurie. On that date his oldest brother graduated as Valedictorian and his Mom couldn’t attend.
Jack attended grade schools in Miles City and graduated from Custer County High School in 1958. Jack had many friends and enjoyed his high school years. His most fun years after high school years were herding dudes at Eaton’s Dude Ranch. National Geographic Magazine had a cover shot of Jack trailing the dude string into the ranch.
Jack was proud of having served his country during the Vietnam War. He was stationed in Hawaii and lived in the Schofield Barracks. From there his Unit made side trips into Thailand. He had many stories to tell about serving with the Australians there. Said they were tough Aussies.
Jack was a Horse Drover in the Montana Centennial Trail Drive in 1989 by special invitation where he proudly wore the beaded buckskin vest made for him by his mother-in-law.
Jack liked to cowboy, liked to play guitar and sing, jitterbug with the gals, play poker and cribbage.
Jack had a mail route for many years and faithfully served his customers.
Cancer changed Jack’s life, but he soldiered on for several years. Cancer had weakened his body and he succumbed to pneumonia at the Holy Rosary Hospital under the compassionate care of doctors and staff.
Please join us for a gathering to remember Jack on July 20th, 2019, 1-4 pm at the Miles City VFW.
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Service Schedule
Reception
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Saturday July 20, 2019
Miles City VFW
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Reception
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Saturday July 20, 2019
Miles City VFW
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Jim and Annalise Willson says
Jack Laurie Family; So sorry to hear this news about Jack. Apparently there is going to be a big “Roundup” in the sky as God has sure called a bunch of Cowboys this month to help. Dallis Davidson, Cliff Wolfe, and now Jack Laurie, It kind of makes you wonder who is next. Ride easy cowboys and Rest In Peace!!!
Jim and Annalise Willson
Irene Trogden says
So sorry for your loss. Worked at the Miles City Post Office when he drove the Powderville Route. What a nice man he was. Prayers to your family.
M J CRANDALL says
My sympathy
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
We are sad to hear of Jack’s passing. He was our faithful friend and mail carrier for many years. Heaven gained a good man. Our sincere sympathies to all his family.
Laura says
May your memories with Jack help fill your heart. He was a good man that has touched many and will be greatly missed. I am sure he will be watching over us.
Gerald & Janet Himelspach says
Our sympathy to the Laurie family. Jack was a good friend and our mail carrier to Powderville for years.
Berta Cauthron says
Sorry to learn of Jack’s passing. He left behind many friends and memories.
Bonnie says
So sorry to hear about Jack. Always enjoyed visiting with him in the store.
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
To the Laurie families — always enjoyed visiting with Jack whenever our paths crossed — agree that the “good ole” Cowboys are gathering up above — so sorry for your loss —
Casey & Cindy Phalen says
Sorry to hear this. I really like visiting with Jack from time to time. Jack gave me a old newspaper clipping / article about my dad. Which i thought was very nice. Prayer for the family.
Shannon & Bryan Holmen says
So sorry to hear of Jack. I’ll treasure the signed copy of his National Geographic article. Happy trails.
Herman Venable says
Glad that Jack is out of pain and the frustration of cancer. I hope his passing without pain or suffering. I remember his brother, a true cowboy who was killed while we were in high school. It was such a tragic death. I was a long time friend of Jack’s and he was the first one to meet me at Fort Ord in 62. I was a brand new to the Army and he was new as well He checked the list of incoming recruits and found my name and we met up. He was a quiet, fun loving and sincere in his friendships. You know, you sometimes don’t miss someone until they are gone. I am confident that he left the world better than he found it.
Dottie Johnstone says
Sorry to hear this, very nice man. R.I P.
Mary Pat Brady Young says
Praying for the family during this time. I did not kow Jack well in high school, even tho we weere in the same class. Got to know him etter when I came back for the famous Class of 1958 reunions that he organized so well. I will miss seeing him when I do get back, and I know all his friends will miss him too.