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In Memory Of

Jerry J. DeWeese, age 85, of Glasgow, Montana

November 10, 1934 – December 14, 2019

Jerry James DeWeese, 85, of St. Marie, Montana passed away December 14, 2019.

Jerry was born in Bonner Springs, Kansas on November 10, 1934.  He was the only son of Thelma Marie DeWeese.  At the height of the Korean War, Jerry joined the Navy at the age of 17, December 3, 1951.  He completed the Radio Operator Training.  Upon arrival in Korea, he was assigned to the Marines and went in with the first wave of troops.  He decided to become a professional military man.  He was a part of the regular navy but transferred to the nuclear submarines.  He was part of the UDT and the Beach Jumpers where he distinguished himself.

When he retired from the service on June 2, 1971, he worked a variety of jobs and ended up at Pima Community College running the AV Department.  This was where he met his wife, Leith Howard DeWeese, they shared 43 wonderful years.

Preceding Jerry in death is his mother, Thelma Marie DeWeese.

Jerry is survived by his wife Leith; daughters Dori (Todd) Carney and Dina (Jon) Norby; son, Bruce (Teresa) DeWeese; grandchildren: Kella Norby, Nate Norby, Aubrey Norby, John Carney and Kayla Carney.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 20, 2019 at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow, Montana. A reception follow services at the Cottonwood Inn in Glasgow, Montana.  Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com.

Service Schedule

Memorial Service

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Bell Mortuary

701 2nd Ave. So.

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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Reception

11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Cottonwood Inn

54250 Hwy 2 East

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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Service Schedule

Memorial Service

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Bell Mortuary

701 2nd Ave. So.

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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Reception

11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Cottonwood Inn

54250 Hwy 2 East

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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  1. Mike and Tammy DeBoe says

    December 16, 2019 at 8:10 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. We are so sorry for your loss.

  2. Kylie says

    December 16, 2019 at 8:43 pm

    Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this tough time.

  3. Carolyn Bachtold says

    December 17, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family! Cherish the memories!

  4. Sara Williams says

    January 5, 2021 at 3:49 pm

    Leith,
    We are saddened to learn of Jerry’s passing. We are currently with our daughter in Idaho, but would like to send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May loving memories continue to sustain you and give you peace.
    Forever, John and Nadine Ross
    (sent by daughter Sara of Rigby, Idaho)

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Memorial Service

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Bell Mortuary

701 2nd Ave. So.

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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Reception

11:00 a.m.

Friday December 20, 2019

Cottonwood Inn

54250 Hwy 2 East

Glasgow, Montana 59230

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