Jack Lee Hardy, age 69, passed away peacefully with family beside him on December 2nd, 2022. Jack was born July 29th, 1953, in Butte, MT to Bertha and Jack Hardy.
Jack attended Butte High School and graduated in 1971. He then attended Montana State University before joining the Air Force.
In 1972 he married Jackie Tresidder. They became proud parents to Jerrod, Justin, and Jill.
In 1973 he went to Basic Training for the Air Force. Upon graduation they were stationed in Rantoul, IL. Throughout the military years the family was also stationed in Hahn West Germany, Andrews AFB Maryland and finally, Minot, ND. For one year Jack was stationed in South Korea without his family to help attain the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He was very proud of his military accomplishments. Chief Master Sergeant is the highest rank enlisted officer.
After 27 years he retired and returned to Butte with his family. Family was always very important to him. He enjoyed the barbeques and family get togethers.
He worked for the Job Service and CCC INC. where he made many friends and too many stories.
In 2011 Jack married his wife, Val Munden. They lived out by the Racetrack where they made great memories with family in the country.
Jack was an avid golfer and took pride in winning. He was active in the Eastside, American Legion where he cooked for many events and was often given special requests.
Jack is survived by his wife Val Hardy and children Jerrod and Andrea Hardy, Justin and Karen Hardy, Jill and Hollie Hardy, Aaron and Jenny Bates, Zach Bates, Tracy and Adina Young. Grandchildren Oreana, Trey, Taiya, Abbey, Ryenne, JJ, Grady, Brooke, Allie, Brooke, Gabe, Gage and Caden. Great Granddaughter Sophia.
Jack considered the entire Fisher Family as extended family as well as the Eastside Crew of Bandits.
Celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday December 15th, at the Eastside Athletic Club, 3200 Dexter St, Butte, MT 59701. Arrangements for his burial will be announced later.
In Lieu of flowers, please make donations in honor of Jack to the Wounded Warriors.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Jack.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Jack and his family.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 PM
Thursday December 15, 2022
East Side Athletic Club
3200 Dexter St.
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
2:00 PM
Thursday December 15, 2022
East Side Athletic Club
3200 Dexter St.
Butte, Montana 59701
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william j novack says
I will always remember you ! What a great human being and friend .I will miss you Jack.
Hans Loch and Sandy says
Jack was was a good friend growing up, the memories we made going thru school and the parties at our ”’Rumpus Room”. Unforgettable. Happy journey .
Jim Fisher says
My dear friend Jack Hardy aka J Fred Muggs will be missed a great friend for many years maybe Rest In Peace and shine his light upon us
Tim says
I met Jack and his Family while stationed at Hahn Air Force base and was treated like part of their family. Thank You Sir for all the great memories. Rest in Peace . Tim
Gene Garzone says
Rest in Pease Jack. You’ve served your country, family and the AGE profession with honor and distinction.