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John Scott Wulf died Thursday, June 28, 2007, in a local hospital. He died a painless death and was surrounded by his loving family.
John was born in Butte Sept. 27, 1940, to John Scott and Louise (Mikels) Wulf. He graduated from Butte High School in 1959 and proudly served his country in the Army. He returned to Butte in 1972 and worked for 35 years at Wulf Realty and numerous insurance companies, most recently Henningsen Insurance Agency.
He had an unmatched zest for life and a magnetic personality that drew people to him. An avid skier, runner, hunter and outdoorsman, he lived every day as if it were his last, managing to fit 14 days of activities into a seven-day week. John was a member of several clubs and organizations including Mile High Nordic Ski Club, P&M Running Club, American Legion Post 1, and Sunrise Kiwanis. He organized many runs and races such as Wulfman's Frigid Digger Run and the Veteran's Day Road Race. He volunteered with Senior Olympics and was recently honored by Special Olympics for his support and volunteer work. He was a faith-filled Christian man always ready and willing to help others.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Louise Wulf; and parents-in-law, Frank and Iris White.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Judy (White) Wulf of Butte; son and daughter-in-law, John Scott and Kerri Wulf of Custer, Wash.; son and fiancée, Justin and Julie Wulf of Chicago; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Troy Lopuch of Idaho Falls, Idaho; grandchildren, McKenzie and Brooklyn Wulf of Custer, Wash.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Diane and Earl Sholey and Louellen and George Marinovich of Butte. Also surviving are his aunts, Marguerite Worten of Hollywood, Fla., and Marie Graham of Ellensburg, Wash.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Frank and Rose White, Donna and Larry Campanella, Elaine and Rod Holm, Ron and Melody White, all of Butte, John and Peggy White of Colstrip, Cheryl Collins, Jim and Shelley White and Debbie and Colton Beard of Idaho, Beverly and John Orr of California, Rich White of Washington; and numerous nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Cremation has taken place in Butte. His family will receive friends after 5 p.m. Sunday in Wayrynen-Richards Funeral Home. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Aldersgate United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jim Heikes officiating. Entombment will be in Mountain View Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Special Olympics, Mile High Nordic Ski Club or to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Wulf
Joe Ayres
December 20, 2016
John and I were classmates at Butte High. He and I cruised the drag a time or two. I considered him a good friend. Sorry for your loss.
Mark Cragwick
July 13, 2007
Dear Judy,
I also will miss John.
We go back from JC Days (Remember?)...So many Good Memories of a man who served Well in The Community.
I was shocked to find out My Friend Passed away.
Angela Bechtell
July 12, 2007
Judy and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I feel very blessed to have met such an inspiring running partner and true friend. Wulf gave so much to so many. It amazes me that one man could make a difference in so many lives. He must have been an angel from above. God bless you. --Angie Bechtell
Marcia & Roger Baker
July 9, 2007
Dear Judy and Family,
Please accept our heart felt sympathy for the loss of John. I first knew John at the Butte Ski Club as children and was a friend the rest of his life. We worked on many service projects through Kiwanis. He was the first to sign up. We will miss him.
Mary Schrapps
July 9, 2007
Dear Judy & family,
John was the greatest, our deepest thoughts and prayers to Judy and the family.
Mary Schrapps and Michael Schrapps, Jr.
brooklyn wulf
July 8, 2007
My Grandpa Wulf was funny. I liked when he called my house and howled like a wolf and said this is Grandpa Wulf from beautiful Butte, Montana. I will miss him lots
Paul Battaiola
July 6, 2007
Judy and family. Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. May the memories of past good times help you through this time of loss.
Darlene and Paul Battaiola
Pamela Squires DeBuhr
July 6, 2007
The Family of John Wulf, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved John. I had the pleasure of being associated with John through Sunrise Kiwanis. John was always the first to sign up for all Kiwanis projects and always the first to arrive at our morning meetings. John's enthusiasm will be greatly missed. Be assured that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jodi Johnston
July 5, 2007
Judy, Scott, Justin, & Jennifer
Our deepest sympathies durring your time of greef. Uncle John will be deeply missed. We love you, and keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Curtis & Jodi
Kathy Hackman
July 5, 2007
Judy and Family, we are so sorry to hear about John. We know that he will be deeply missed. We also know you have a wonderful family and many friends that will be there for you and hope you know will are too. Our prayers are with you.
Charlene (Conniston)Messick
Janet (Jordan) Johnson
July 4, 2007
Judy, I was so shocked to see Johns' name in the paper. MY deepest sympathies are with you and your family. John was always happy and laughing every time I saw him, he really enjoyed life! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Dan Harvey
July 3, 2007
Dear Justin,
We here at Costco wish to send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please let us know if we can do anything to help.
Sincerely,
Dan Harvey and the Costco team
Steven Johnson
July 3, 2007
Dear Justin, All of us at work are saddened to hear of the loss of your Father. We are thinking of you and your family in this most difficult time. Steve
Randy & Sharon Guizzo
July 2, 2007
Judy and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow. I was very saddened and heartbroke to hear of John's sudden passing. I really enjoyed working with him and miss him now. He was a great friend and confidant. May he have no more pain and be at peace.
Tom & Linda Harvey
July 2, 2007
Judy sorry to hear of Johns passing keep your faith.
The Olsen Family Don, Mo & Kids
July 2, 2007
Judy and family:
We were shocked at John's sudden passing. He was a classmate of Don's and he remembers the good times of their younger days. John was always so happy to see us when we were in Butte and always had a smile on his face. We had great laughs. John was a great man and will be missed by all.
CLARY & ROSALIE JENSEN & FAMILY
July 2, 2007
TO THE WULF FAMILY,
MAY THE HAPPY TIMES & WARM MEMORIES BE OF COMFORT TO YOU ALL AT THIS SAD TIME.
WITH OUR LOVE & SUPPORT.
Kodi (Harrington) Harryman
July 2, 2007
Justin & Family,
So sorry for your loss. It is rare to meet someone with such a joy for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
shawn roberts family
July 2, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darcy Shaw
July 2, 2007
Dear Judy and Family,
I was so sad to hear about John's passing. He was a wonderful man, a good friend, and a great family man. He will be deeply missed. May your wonderful memories keep him with you always.
Sincerely,
tara and tony covolo
July 2, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.So sorry to hear about John. He was a great guy.
Katie McLeod
July 2, 2007
Judy and Children,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Katie and Gabbie McLeod
John & Carolyn Marinovich
July 2, 2007
We were stunned and saddened at John's sudden passing. We will always remember John with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. He will be missed.
Troy and Allison Clary
July 1, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan & June McLeod
July 1, 2007
The Wulf Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with all you during this difficult time.
Russell & Kay Harvey
July 1, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
William & Gayle Eva
July 1, 2007
Our sympathy to the family
Jennifer Sholey
July 1, 2007
The Wulf Family,
I am greatly sorry for your sudden loss, John was a great guy and he will be greatly missed.
Donna & Larry Campanella
July 1, 2007
Our Love goes out to Judy, Scott, Justin, and Jennifer at a time when we remember John as a wonderfull thoughtfull person known to Butte in a positive way. Yeah to "Wulfman"; and a thank you John for stepping up to the plate when Judy needed you. You were there, and we appreciate that. Love You all.
Garland & Linda Shaw
July 1, 2007
We were sorry to hear of John's death - we so enjoyed having him come to the Flint Creek Run in Philipsburg every July and seeing him at other runs around the state for many years.
Lori (White) Glennon
June 30, 2007
Judy, Scott, Justin & Jennifer, As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Love, Niall, Lori, Ryan & Tommy Glennon.
Dan & Marilyn Durkin
June 30, 2007
We extend our sincere sympathy and prayers. May all of your wonderful memories of John sustain you during this difficult time.
Amy Wilkins
June 30, 2007
To John's family, I'm sorry to hear of John's passing. I will miss seeing him skiing at Mt Haggin. He was a wonderful man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Dziak
June 30, 2007
To Judy,Scott,Justin, and Jennifer; John "lived life like he was alive".Deepest symphathy.
Frank & Marcy O'Connell
June 30, 2007
I've many wonderful memories of camping & fishing at Burnt Tree Hole on the Madison with John & family...we share your loss & you are very much in our thoughts & prayers at this time.
Lisa White
June 30, 2007
Judy and Family,
My deepest sympathies during your time of grief. Uncle John did so much for the community and will be sorely missed.
Love,
Lisa, Jordan, Ryann and John
Karen Wolf
June 30, 2007
Dear Judy and children,
So sorry to hear about Uncle John's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and always.
Sincerely,
Mick, Karen, Garrett and Halle Wolf
Earl Genzberger
June 30, 2007
Dear Judy and family, Our condolences at this sad time. Know we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.To have known Scotty was to know a wonderful person.
Ramona and Earl Genzberger
JACK and MICHELLE SHOLEY
June 30, 2007
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF SADNESS, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SYMPATHIES. WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH
Ron and Darlene Triner
June 30, 2007
Our deepest symphathy to Judy and family. I remember the good times we had in Kiwanis and the competition during the Army/Navy game. He was a good friend and as well as being a giving person. he will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Holly Jordan
June 30, 2007
Judy & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a great man. Whenever we were around him we always had a good time.
Sincerely,
Holly Jordan, Travis Carpenter & Maddee & Rikkee Wonnacott
Elaine Winston
June 30, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bonnie Handcock
June 30, 2007
Judy and Family,
I had the Honor of meeting and working with John on Special Olympics projects and what a truly wonderful man he was. He will be greatly missed. I wish everyone could have his zest for life.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this trying time.
Chuck Buus
June 30, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bob & Marilyn Reed
June 30, 2007
John was a classmate,a friend, a wonderful person! He will be missed by all.
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