It is with a sad heart to learn another death due to covid-19. Jack was a great man to work with. He was a very caring with a good sense of humor. He will be missed.

Deb Rudish-sentelik
December 28, 2020

We were surprised and saddened to see the obituary about Jacks death. We have worked with Jack for a long time and will miss him. It was as much a friendship relationship as professional. Your family has our condolences.

Dave and Sandi Haman
December 28, 2020

Just received word of Jack’s passing. Jack was the manager for the Jefferson High swim team the 3 years I participated and we graduated together in 1965. Jack was always friendly and such a super nice person. Though we haven’t seen each other in many years I still remember him well. So sorry for your loss.

Mike Fowler
December 28, 2020

We were surprised and saddened to see the obituary about Jacks death. We have worked with Jack for a long time and will miss him. It was as much a friendship relationship as professional. Your family has our condolences.

Dave and Sandi Haman
December 28, 2020

I was so very shocked and saddened to learn of Jack's passing. He did my taxes for years and was always such a friendly, kind, and caring person. He positively impacted many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with all who are mourning his passing. God bless.

Rhonda Prouty
December 28, 2020

Such a surprise to learn of Jack's passing. He was a good person and always enjoyed visiting with him. Sending deepest sympathies to his family. He will be missed.

Rick and Betty Nelson
December 28, 2020

Jack and Liz--go back a long time with me. I was a community agent at Jefferson HS years ago and when Jack was involved with kids and placements. Then he and Liz and I were in grad school classes together. We always had a blast and had some of the same commitments to helping kids who were having their challenges with life. Then we got involved in tax preparation with Jack's firm--dealing with his partner Mike Dawson. What a great man with a million dollar smile and always making one feel better about their day and life. Love to the family and a big smile and salute to a life well lived. Anne and Jack Pilling.

Jack Pilling
December 28, 2020

I was shocked when I heard that Jack had died. He was a good man who helped thousands of at risk young people in crisis. I learned many important lessons working with Jack for many years. He will be missed but not forgotten. My thoughts are with the family

Jeff Lindeman
December 28, 2020

Sincere condolences to all Jack's family and friends. I had knew Jack for many years due to his work with youth and his tax business. Jack was a kind and caring man.

Steve Long
December 28, 2020

Just received word of Jack’s passing. Jack was the manager for the Jefferson High swim team the 3 years I participated and we graduated together in 1965. Jack was always friendly and such a super nice person. Though we haven’t seen each other in many years I still remember him well. So sorry for your loss.

Mike Fowler
December 28, 2020

Jack was my “tax man” for almost 30 years. He is truly one of the good guys. He was funny and kind and helpful and thoughtful. I will miss our yearly banter at tax time! My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. He would want you all to carry on and live with happiness and love. He will be missed by many and forgotten by none who were blessed to know him.

Jo Stone
December 28, 2020

We are so sad to hear of Jack’s death and extend our thoughts to Liz and family. He did so much for the community and was such a helpful man to so many. We will miss him and his care and concern for our welfare through out our many years of friendship. Please know we are thinking of you all. John and Betty Rogers

betty rogers
December 28, 2020

So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was the high light of me having to file taxes. He did out taxes for years and always was concerned on how my wife Evelyn's fight was going with her fight with cancer. Dan Nuehring

Daniel J Nuehring
December 28, 2020

My heart sank today seeing Jack's Obit . Angles shined upon him at his birth. His heart, kindness and love was in everything he did. I am so sorry for your loss, Jack will be greatly missed

Dawn Lambert
December 28, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Selk family, relatives and friends. Jack was the Chair of the Search Committee when I was offered the job at the Boys & Girls Clubs. He was someone I could call on at anytime for counsel. That lasted well after he left the Board of Directors. I am truly saddened by the news because we lost a great advocate for the kids that need our community and people like Jack.

John Tursi
December 28, 2020

Was shocked to hear about Jacks passing. He did our taxes for many, many years. He was always so friendly and caring, trying to do the best for his clients. He will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Rita Pechota
December 28, 2020

So sorry to hear about Jack. He did my taxes for many years, prior to the flood. Jack was kind and compassionate. Another “good one”taken too soon. Condolences to Liz and the family.

Vicki Terronez
December 28, 2020

We both are saddened to see Jack’s obituary in the gazette this morning. He did our taxes for 25 years. He was the nicest man and always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.

John and Peggy Dudley
December 28, 2020

My son, as an irreverent teen, once asked me, “Dad, if you win a million dollars which son will you call first.” “None,” I shot back. “I’ll call my tax friend, Jack.” Then he said, as he braced for the backhand, “Isn’t that the same guy you call ‘cause you don’t have any dollars”. He laughed because he thought he was hilarious, I laughed because it was so dam true. Rest easy, friend of all seasons, and know that you will be truly missed.

Lloyd Smith
December 28, 2020

You have our deepest sympathy thoughts & prayers at this difficult time for you all. Jack was always this soft person & highly of him when we visited at your home. May God to Bless you all & thinking of you all & your entire family.

Bernie & Ron Kleppe
December 28, 2020

I was so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. I know he will be sorely missed and am Sending sincerest thoughts and prayers to All.

Janice McGinn
December 28, 2020

John enjoyed working with Jack at Linn County Juvenile Detention Center in the late 70’s and for many years John and I enjoyed visiting with Jack at tax time. Jack always had a kind smile. He will be missed. John and Jennie Crim, Marion

John and Jennie Crim
December 28, 2020

So sad to hear of Jack’s passing. I was fortunate enough to work with him when I taught at Linn County Youth Shelter. Jack lead with both wisdom and heart - what a unique combination! He touched so many lives.

Dawn Young
December 28, 2020

I have man great memories of Jack’s time on the board of Foundation 2. He was equally committed to the welfare of clients and staff. A definite defender of doing the right thing for everyone. I know he will be sorely missed by his family, friends and the community.

Deb Peddycoart
December 29, 2020

I can echo the condolences already printed. I worked with Jack years ago when he was Coordinator of the Linn County Youth Shelter. He was a good man with a good heart and really cared about his work working with young people. My thoughts of condolences to Jack's family.

Trude Elliott
December 29, 2020

I am so sad to hear of Jack’s passing. I’ve been a client of Jack’s for more than 30 years for taxes and financial services, and I’ve always counted on his great counsel. More than that, he was a friend. He was a good and caring man and he will be very missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

Bebe Benzing
December 29, 2020

Brownie and I were so looking forward to our visit with Jack, this tax season, then we saw the newspaper obits. We are devastated for your family and will miss his wit and presence! He is one of the people in your life that you are really glad to have known. There are no words to express our sorrow with his passing. God Bless

Sharon and Mike Brown
December 29, 2020

So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Our most sincere condolences to his family, and co workers at Selk Dawson. He will be greatly missed. A man of character, heart and kindness with a hint of humor, than brings an immediate smile to our hearts. Many, many stories, and years of pleasure working with him on our taxes, and knowing him. A great man.

Tami and Mike Stephens
December 29, 2020

So sorry to hear of your loss... Jack will be missed greatly.. He will be remembered well Condolences, Donna Marak

Donna Marak
December 29, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. We send our heartfelt prayers and thoughts to your family during this difficult time. The Saville Family

Brenda & Scott Saville
December 29, 2020

We are so very sorry. Jack was loved and he will be missed greatly.

Chad and Stephanie Prochaska
December 29, 2020

So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Our prayers to his family. We were clients of Jack for years and always looked forward to see and talk to him. He had a way of explaining things in a way that made sense. A kind and caring person who will be missed. Thoughts and condolences.

Linn and Barb Wiley
December 29, 2020

We are very sorry for your loss, he will be greatly missed. Randy & Nikki Stallman & family

Randall Stallman
December 29, 2020

We were both shocked & so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. As many have said, he has done our taxes forever as well as offered some good financial planning advice. I always looked forward to seeing him each year. He would answer ALL my questions, no matter how silly they were & I always knew I could just file them away because Jack was so very honest & knowledgeable. When I'd ask him about his family-he would light up & we'd have fun comparing notes! We were very fortunate to have known him & he will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Dave & Judy Lamka
December 30, 2020

I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. We looked forward to seeing Jack for so many years at tax time. You have my sincere sympathy.

Carol bean
December 30, 2020

I love Jack, He created the most safe and calm shelter for Linn County teenagers. He was himself a calming presence in so many lives. I was the director of the Youth Shelter in Iowa City and I learned so much from him . He lived love and calm everyday.

Mindy O'Leary
December 30, 2020

Wise and kind are the words that describe Jack as I have known him for over 40 years and will be how I remember him. He cared deeply about his family and never failed to ask about mine. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.

Jane Roehs
December 30, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Selk family. We were blessed to have Jack help us with our taxes for 45 years. We believe that many of the values of Jack are carried forward in the lives of his family members. The world is a better place because of the life that Jack lived and shared with others. Our prayer is that God will give His Strength, His Comfort, and His Peace to all of Jack's family at this time of loss!

Gary and Nancy Strandberg
December 30, 2020

I had the honor of cleaning for Jack and Liz for many years. Always kind!! Liz, I still do a mental 'walkthrough' of the farmhouse sometimes. Praying for comfort for you! God bless!!

Pam Hall
December 31, 2020

Sending my deepest sympathy to all the family. My mother, Clara Martin Parrish, was Lera Selk's sister. May Jack rest in peace.

Judy Parrish Lowrance
December 31, 2020

My husband and I became friends with Jack over the past tax years. He will be missed.

Steve Wilhelm & Carol Lacey
December 31, 2020

Sincere sympathy to Jack's family. The world was a better place for having Jack. He was a caring and kind man,did our taxes for over 40 years. We will miss him.

Alan & Jean Pratt
January 1, 2021

Liz- Deepest sympathy to you and your family. I met Jack thru you around 30 years ago when you were director of the Alzheimer’s Association. It was quickly clear to me you married someone extra special. Jack was among the most humble, unassuming, non-judgmental, calm, comfortable in his own skin individual I have ever met. In addition to your own children, the many other kids Jack met through his volunteer work found the perfect role model. Take care.

Jim Vacherlon
January 1, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with the Selk family. We were blessed to have Jack help us with our taxes for 45 years. Jack became more than our tax man. He was our friend and I looked forward to visiting with him every year. Jack was a good and caring man and he will be greatly missed. The world is a better place because of the life that Jack lived and shared with others. God bless. Marge Daley

Marge Daley
January 1, 2021

Liz- Deepest sympathy to you and your family. I met Jack thru you around 30 years ago when you were director of the Alzheimer’s Association. It was quickly clear to me you married someone extra special. Jack was among the most humble, unassuming, non-judgmental, calm, comfortable in his own skin individual I have ever met. In addition to your own children, the many other kids Jack met through his volunteer work found the perfect role model. Take care.

Jim Vacherlon
January 2, 2021

Jason, You are so precious to us and our hearts are heavy for your family and you during this time. Even though we are distancing because of COVID, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve. With all our love, Russ and Kathy

Russ and Kathy Telecky
January 2, 2021

I hardly know what to say so sad and shocking is the loss to Jack’s family and all who knew him. Knowing Jack over many years through his wife and my dear friend Liz, he was such a kind and caring person and beloved family man. The saying goes that the eyes are the windows of the soul, and through the ever present twinkle in Jacks eyes one could see the essence of everything good. With love and heartfelt condolences. Diane Kepros

Diane Kepros
January 2, 2021

Great and touching words at the service for a wonderful, loving man and his beautiful family. All our love in this difficult time. Chris and Alicia Goforth

Chris Goforth
January 4, 2021

So sorry to read about Jack's passing. Many memories of Prairie, seeing you at gatherings at Kirkwood and St. Ludmila. Peace be with all of you.

Norman Humble
January 4, 2021

Jack has done my taxes since 2004 and he was always so patient and kind. My heart hurts to have heard this news. He was a lovely person.

CHRISTI DALECKY
January 29, 2021

So sorry to hear this. Jack has done my taxes for over 30 years. He was someone I trusted. My condolences.

Randy Montelius
February 5, 2021

Hey Jack..How are you and so many others doing up there? The "big' man made you and your family very special.. Yep, I write you almost 4 yrs later to let you know I still stay in contact with Liz she's a special lady!..Matter of fact I will see her again tomorrow still doing the work around home as usual. Home looks really nice inside and out..Anyway you take care, We miss you very much.. JOHNNY EAGLESTON

Johnny Eagleston
July 21, 2024