John L. Hettick, Jr, 72, of Butte, MT, beloved husband, father and friend. He was born and raised in Butte.
He married the love of his life, Linda and they were married for 52 years.
John worked for 20 years at the Anaconda Company, until it shut down in 1981. John and his family packed up and moved to Bakersfield, CA, where he worked as an operator for 43 years until he retired.
While in the Butte area, John and Linda were avid bowlers at Marty’s Bowling Alley. He loved telling us stories of winning State Bowling Championships. John coached all of his kids and grandkids growing up in football, volleyball, basketball and baseball and never missed any of their games.
John loved fishing, floating, horseracing, dancing, playing in softball tournaments with his kids and so much more!
He died peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 10, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his wife, Linda; three sons, Jack (Marcie) Hettick, Brian (Elizabeth) Hettick, Travis (Sharle) Hettick; his daughter, LeeAnn (Nick) Bragg; ten grandkids and 8 great grandkids.
John’s family will have a Celebration of Life on October 15, 2020 from Noon until 4:00 PM at the McQueen Athletic Club in Butte.
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
Noon to 4 pm
Thursday October 15, 2020
McQueen Athletic Club
3250 Hecla St
Butte, Montana 59701
Service Schedule
Celebration of His Life
Noon to 4 pm
Thursday October 15, 2020
McQueen Athletic Club
3250 Hecla St
Butte, Montana 59701
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Linda Solan says
Our hearts and Prayers go out to Linda and family.
John was a Great Man with a Heart off Gold.
Linda .Ryan and Dave Solan
Bonnie Green says
John was a dedicated family man. My boys were good friends with their boys and I attended many sporting events & parties with Linda & John. I have good memories of fun with John. My thoughts & prayers are with Linda and family. Bonnie Green
Shelly Cooney Cunneen says
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of John. He was a wonderful man who raised a great family. My prayers are with Linda, Jack, Brian, Travis and Leeann and all their families. God bless you all.
Michelle Monclova (Steckman) says
Sorry for your loss. I always loved going over to your house when we where in high school. Your mom and dad always cracked me up. I loved them.
Sandy Hettick Walker says
Where do I start,with 6 sisters and 2 brothers We had so many good memories growing up.One that stands out
is Johnny making us go to clark Park to play tackle football all day long.He was our protector and My big Brother who is going to be missed souly and will never be forgotten.
Sharlene says
Sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you. He was a great man , loved the kids and sports. Great memories ❤️❤️ Dale, Sharlene, Todd, Steve, and Cory
Anonymous says
I’m missing you so much Johnny but I’m glad your not in pain anymore !!! I have so many good memories of you! You were always their for me!! You will always be in my heart because in there you’re still alive!!!!!rest in peace brother!!! Love you your sister Debbie
Dan Locke says
Sorry to hear loss of John. As a kid he and Jerry Macaneny(wrong spelling) were good friends at Emerson !! RIP!!
Elena Nelson says
I’m so sorry about the loss of John. His legacy will live on through all of you. Hold on to each other and never let go. Love you all so much Elena (Beamer)
Skip and Diane Snyder says
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad and grampa. Skip and Diane Snyder
Scott Hostmyer says
R.I.P John. I was good friends with his boys years ago. I will never forget John in our pick up basketball games. He would put on knee pads, goggles, even Vicks vapor gel under his nose, etc. Praying for your family John, see you at that next b ball game in the sky👍💯😇
Jacob "John" Hettick says
You were two of the greatest people in the world to me, a grandfather and a father. There’s a reason my middle name was given to me because of you, as each day goes by I miss you more and more and truly wish I could of and would of done truly great things that you would of been so proud of but yet i didn’t, but you were always the one to remind me that’s not what lifes about and as long as I was a honest and good person there was nothing more that would make u happier. I love you so much pops and truly miss the sunny days where I put on my uniform and I played my heart out on the baseball field just to make u proud, I did succeed in that. Thanks for storing my 20+ home runs and balls from all the games I threw 15+ strike outs, I never could of done it without u. I would give anything to go back to those days. Hope your nice and cozy up there pops