John Hash passed away February 14, 2021, of natural causes at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 7, 1935, to Francis & Lenora Hash, the second of nine children. He attended the Emerson & Greeley elementary schools, and graduated from Butte High School in 1953.
Attaining a Bachelors Degree in Elementary and Secondary Education, then a Masters Degree in Education and Counseling was a highlight for him. He taught at Whittier and East Junior High, then counseled at the elementary level and East Middle School, retiring in 1992.
He married Laura Lou Roberts in 1963, and they just celebrated their 57th anniversary last November.
John was active in Top Of The Morning Toastmasters for many years and was Past Master of Summit Valley Lodge #123 AF & AM. John & Laura enjoyed dancing the polka and jitterbug, but especially enjoyed square dancing with the Silver Beaus & Belles in Butte, and attended many square dances throughout the state. Lots of time was spent camping at Georgetown Lake with family & friends. Laura & John spent many winters in Yuma, AZ, enjoying the endless sunshine, warm weather, and time spent there with friends. John enjoyed many hours with his grandsons working on projects in his shop. He spent many hours doing carpentry and other necessary work at Aldersgate Church many years ago.
John in survived by his wife, Laura; sons, Wayne (Michelle) Hash and grandson, Kyle; Jim (Sherri), Hash and grandchildren, Riley (fiancée Sarah), Caleb, & Madison; Dan (Coreen) Hash and granddaughter Ashley; daughter, Laurie (Mark) Cristiani, and grandchildren, Emily & Tyler. Also surviving is his brother, Marvin (Tedie) Hash, sisters, Donna Rowland, and Deanna (Frank) Connell.
Preceding him in death were his parents, infant son, sisters Darlene Lambert and Delmay Lawson; brothers, Ken Hash, David Hash, and Jerry Hash.
The family would like to thank Highlands Hospice for the wonderful, outstanding care they have given John. No one could have done a better job. A special thanks to Pastor Krier and members of Aldersgate Chruch for their caring thoughts and phone calls.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1621 Thornton Ave, Butte, MT 59701. John will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park in Butte.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, or the Shriners Hospital for Children.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or share a memory of John.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for John and his family.
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
1:00 p.m.
Saturday June 26, 2021
Aldersgate United Methodist Church
1621 Thornton Ave
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
1:00 p.m.
Saturday June 26, 2021
Aldersgate United Methodist Church
1621 Thornton Ave
Butte, Montana 59701
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John Connole says
A great friend & teaching partner for many years. U & your sense of humor & stories of your experiences were something to be remembered. Rest In Peace!🙏💐❤️🏜
Bonnie & Lowell Carlson says
A great many memories over the years from family get togethers and all the fun camping at Georgetown and Yellowstone. Rest in peace with all that went before you.
Mike Carlson says
John was a good man. It seemed he always had something to say to try to put a smile on your face. He will be missed, may he rest in peace.
Alissa Mack (Connell) says
Uncle John was my mother, Deanna’s brother and I remember so many family dinners and get togethers. My condolences to the family and friends for your grief.
Gina Montoya-Downes says
My condolences to the Hash Family. Mr. Hash was my math teacher at East Jr. High in the seventies. I was a difficult teen, and not a great student. Mr. Hash seen my potential and tried to work with me. I always will remember him as a caring teacher, and he may not have seen it coming, but I work with at risk teens in Washington state, and use his example of someone who cared about his students, and seen past the hurt that most teens experience to the person that they are. Rest in Peace Mr. Hash.
emily rebish says
Dear Laura Lou anf family,
My prayers and condolences go out to you. We all seemed to go our separate ways when we left Unity Met Chirch in Mederville, but kept you in my tboughts. Emily Mae (Evans-Parks) Rebish.
Frank & Deanna Connell says
As John’s sister I remember John graduating 2 year college to gain a 2year teaching degree, then turning over most of the pay to our mom when dad wasn’t working. Also going to college in Dillion MT on a motor-bike to further his degree. He was always remodeling different home projects. We also used to practice dancing at home to learn different kinds.
John & I (Frank) helped each other with different remodeling jobs and even borrowed the necessary tools to each other. Very smart man!
Dave Connell says
I can remember many family dinners and get togethers. My condolences to all the family for your grief and loss.
Kim Gardiner says
My favorite teacher ever. Always there to help. A memorable prankster also. One report card period he filled out a fake card with all d’s and f’s in my name. Not too far off but a shock to say the least. After a while he gave me my correct card and laughed his head off. After 55 years, I never stopped remembering him on my yearly returns to The Mining City. Rest in peace Mr. Hash. My condolences to friends and family.
Georgia Heaphy says
Dear Laura and family, Pat and I are so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. My connection to many of your family members goes back many years and it breaks my heart to say goodbye to John. He was always so cute and funny with me and joked about height (kiddingly asking “Are you standing up?). I’ll never forget his humor and friendliness. God bless you all and bring you peace and comfort.
Dave and Judy Strand says
Sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Dave Gibson says
John was my best friend David Hash’s older brother. He was a prankster in that he would embarrass you in front of strangers. He also was a generous man. I was laid of from my job in the spring of 1982.he loaned me his power lawn equipment so I could clean and power rake yards around town which really helped me financially. He would not let me pay him.
Condolences to all of his family.