Jim ”Boo” Bubash Jr. passed away after a short but fierce battle with cancer on January 20th, with his sisters and best friend by his side. He was born on August 14,1963 to parents Carole and Tom Brebrick and James Bubash Sr.
Jim was a lifelong resident of Anaconda attending local schools and graduating from Anaconda High in 1981 where he formed friendships that lasted his lifetime. Jim was a fan of all sports and a HUGE ride or die fan of the NY Jets, something that he took a lot of ribbing for, but always in stride. He was an avid golfer and always looked forward to his yearly float trip with the boys. If you ever had the pleasure of meeting Boo you walked away with a good laugh and a new friend. People will never forget his annual ”BOO-Bash” from which stories are still being circulated to this day. His family meant the world to him, he was a devoted son, and he was extremely close to his sister Gayle, to which she attributes any grey hairs on her head.
Jim held various jobs, but his main employment was his 30-year career with the Montana State Prison. After retirement he wanted to stay busy by doing what he called ”fun jobs” and he dabbled in the art of dough making at Gallicano’s and as a greenskeeper at the Old Works golf course.
Jim is survived by James Bubash Sr., sisters Gayle Stanley (Mike), Kimberly Dawson (Tracey), and Linda Charanza; brother Pat Brebrick (Carolyn); nephews, Quinn DeMarois and Jared Brebrick and nieces Maddie and Cara DeMarois, Nicole Brebrick, Dana Furtado and Erin Romano (Salvatore); uncles, Bob Bubash (Linda), Larry Massey; and Aunts, Marian Thornton and Jean Lee; Cousins, Leah and Frank Moreni, Julie Shelton and Keith Massey, Tanya Wheeler, Keli Smith, Kerri Thomas.
He is also survived by a large, tight knit group of lifelong friends and his special sidekick Jet, and numerous great nephews and nieces and 2nd cousins.
Proceeded in death by his parents Carole and Tom Brebrick; Grandparents Mike and Ann Poli and Ted and Helen Bubash; Brother Tommy Brebrick, Brother-in-law Slick Charanza, Uncles and Aunts Rex and Marlene Lewis, Chris Massey, and Al Lee; Cousins Laura and Tom Dewing and Mike Lewis.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday January 31st with visitation at 9:30, Funeral Mass at 10:30 at the Holy Family church with a luncheon following. Donations may be made in Jim’s name to donor’s choice.
We love you Boo!
“Bye Now”
Axelson Funeral Home is privileged to care for Jim and his family
Please comment below to share a memory of Jim or leave a condolence for the family.
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:30 am
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Funeral Mass
10:30 am
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Reception
Immediately Following Mass
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, MT 59711
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:30 am
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Funeral Mass
10:30 am
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, Montana 59711
Reception
Immediately Following Mass
Saturday January 31, 2026
Holy Family Catholic Church
217 W Pennsylvania St.
Anaconda, MT 59711
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Shelia Schumacher says
Gayle,Pat and Carolyn and Linda im so sorry for the loss of Jim .My prayers to all of the family RIP Jim
Laurie Monaco says
Boo was one of the greatest men out there. He always made you feel like you were his best friend. You will be missed Boo.
My thoughts and prayers to his family I know he will be missed dearly.
Laurie Monaco
Shelly Rogers Smith says
I am so sorry for your loss! Jim was a great man/friend I will never ever forget. Always made me laugh. Heaven gained a great angel 😇. Love you Boo. Until we meet again my friend
Cate Shack says
My favorite memory of Boo was being at my Mom’s house fussing with Boo about our favorite football teams. I’m a Saints fan (Who Dat Boo!) and of course his was the Jets. In my moms kitchen , he dropped his pants and revealed NYJ underwear 🤪🤣🗽Evelyn was never the same! What a guy! Love you Boo! Cathy (Niland) Shack
Cheryl Vanderburg says
Boo…what a name to be known of…its rich with admiration. I met him years ago at the Anderson family residence at Georgetown. He was a kind, fun, joyous person. He could connect with people and find harmony in the presence of many. For those of us who knew him, it was indeed a privilege.
Tim Mcdonald says
Jim” Boo” was a great man whom I had the pleasure of working with at the Montana State prison and he did his job very well, I truly liked Boo not only at the prison but outside work as well, he will be missed deeply by myself and many others, Rest in Peace Boo, may the lord comfort your family in time of need
Larry Krizan says
I’m sorry for your loss. I can’t make the services but please accept my sincere condolences. RIP Jim.
Mickle mcdonald says
Happy Trails Jim
Michael Zuber says
When I started at the pen 34 years ago, Jim was one of those guys that took the time to show you how to do it right. I have never forgotten working Main Control with Lydia and Jim. He was an easy guy to like. Rest in Peace, Jim and maybe someday will get here for the Jets.