jack was always very nice to our staff. Please accept our condolences.
Jeffrey J Barnes
July 7, 2021
Jack: A 70+ year acquaintance and friend! An adventure that began in High School when our baseball teams competed. Our friendship grew, and included softball games--but on the same team, Thursday and Saturday nite dances and a few beers, followed by Sunday Afternoon poker games
interrupted only when a Sunday afternoon TV Faith
Healer program came on--"Be Healed"!, motorcycles(lucky we survived) with forays into Fairbank to be chased/challenged by Fairbank cop Pat McNiff, fishing, pheasant hunting, late nite trips to the Mississippi River for sunrise duck hunting--no ducks, so we tested whose stomach could with stand the recoil of a 12 gauge shotgun--butt of gun against the belly and discharge the gun, drafted into the Army together so we would be together but never were, post Army plans to go to California interrupted when we both got married, house boat trips on the Mississippi, and family gatherings as we Matured. Yes, a Life Long relationship that provides many memories--pleasant memories. And so it is, that I will always treasure my relationship with Jack--a great MAN and a GREAT friend Eldon McLaury
Eldon &Ginny McLaury
July 6, 2021
Jack was a wonderful neighbor and friend especially to our
son Leo! Leo would knock on his door (when he was 7 or so) and ask if Jack could come out!! And he did! He treated Leo
like a grandson. We are forever grateful for the friendship we shared.
He had since moved from Evergreen St, but made it to Leo's
high school graduation party (5 years ago)!
I will always remember that Jack named him Leo the Lion
and it stuck!!
God Bless you Jack and enjoy your new home!!
Rehman family
July 6, 2021
Thank you for allowing us to be Jack's home for the last several months. He was an absolute joy to be around, and both our staff and our residents will miss him more than words can say.
The Garnett Place Team
July 6, 2021
I learned so much from Jack. We will all miss him. He taught me how to be tough and laugh at diversity, how to have fun and enjoy life, how to be thoughtful and caring and yet not putting up with crap. He taught me how to do whatever you put your mind to even if it wasn’t something you knew how to do at first. He taught me how to be respectful and how to cherish friendship and people. I’ll never forget the influence he had on me and his guidance. I will also never forget his rugby playing - those were some fantastic times.
Jack - RIP
Rob Minton
July 6, 2021
I remember watching the Green Bay Packers game with Jack and Nancy
at the pub.............fun days as they both knew I was a Dallas Cowboy's
fan. May they both rest in peace.
Carol Allen
July 6, 2021
Jack was a legend. I have many memories that impacted my life. How appropriate that I will be umpiring in Fairbank on the day he will be remembered. Kent was my best friend, so I know he and his father are catching up. Love you Jack... you will be missed but not forgotten
Matt Steitzer
July 5, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! We just know there is one hell of a card game going on with Wally, Jim, Jack and Jerry! Rest in peace Jack!
Bob and Denise Crew
July 5, 2021
We have so many memories with Jack! He helped us move to Southern Iowa in his 70s moving boxes the fastest. He was an amazing man & will be truly missed.
Ryan, Ellie, Carter, & Cooper Hamilton
Ellie Hamilton
July 5, 2021
Just a pleasure to have been able to hang with Jo, Jack, Judy and Russ.Peace....
Beth Barta
July 5, 2021
Jack did love cards. Many memories of the card games at his home or Leidigh’s. He would glance up to acknowledge your arrival and - back to the game! Lol. Jack was kind, easy going, and a fun person to be around. I saw him from the distance nurture and love his family and friends.
A good man and friend to many.
God Bless you Jack and your family.
Kathy.
Kathy McCarthy
July 5, 2021