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John Mazzola Obituary
John Mazzola, 96
July 9th, 1925 - August 27, 2021
Lifelong Butte native, John Mazzola, who resided on Thomas Avenue, peacefully passed away on August 27th. He was 96 years old.
John was born and raised on the East side and attended Grant School and Butte High. In 1943, at the start of his senior year, John enlisted in the US Army Air Corps to join his three older brothers who were serving overseas in World War II. John was a gunner on a B-24 Liberator in the Pacific theater and served in places like China, India, and Burma.
At war's end, after safely completing over 30 military combat missions, he returned to Butte, married, started a family, and became an autobody repairman. Following his apprenticeship, John opened and ran Mazzola's Body Shop on Galena Street until he retired around 1988.
John had three children with his first wife, the former Peggy Janhunen. They include Mike Mazzola who lives in Butte; Joe Mazzola and his wife Laura who reside in McKinney, Texas; and Patti Creswell who lives in Spokane Valley, Washington. Additionally, he and his second wife, Peggy Smith, had a daughter, Melissa Olson. She and her husband, Merle, live in Whitehall.
Mazzola's grandchildren include Jonathan Mazzola and his wife Antonietta who reside in New York; Jason and Catherine Mazzola who live in Virginia; Army Captain Marissa Mazzola and her fiancé, Commander Aaron Simpson, stationed in Texas; Maggie Creswell and her husband Joe Wilson who live in Spokane Valley; Taylor and Patty Olson of Butte; and Michaela Olson and her fiancé, Collin O'Keefe, who reside in Seattle. John's first greatgrandchild will be born in January.
John Mazzola was a devout Catholic who loved the lord. He also loved his family, his community, and his nation. John was a master fisherman and highly acclaimed artist who was once recognized by the President of the United States for his work as a sculptor. John also loved music, poetry, and animals. The family is asking that friends consider making a donation to the Chelsea Bailey Butte Silver Bow Animal Shelter in John's name in lieu of flowers. Due to COVID, there will not be service scheduled at this time. It will be arranged at a later date.
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Christine Hartley
September 23, 2021
John was a good man and was always friendly. I will miss seeing him around town at local restaurants. Rest in peace, John!
Katherine Davis
September 8, 2021
Im so sorry to hear about John. My grandparents used to tell me stories about what an incredible man he was. (Granddaughter of Betty Louise Mazzola and great grandaughter of Columbine Mazzola)Spokane, WA
Margaret Mogus and family
September 4, 2021
thoughts and prayers to the mazzola families
Chelline Black
September 2, 2021
I´m heartbroken to hear of John passing. What a great and generous man. I met him working at the Pekin with Mike, so they have known my daughter her whole life. Every time we run into him, there was always a $5 bill given to her for her piggy bank. I used to love to visit with him and hear his stories. Mike and family, I will be thinking of you all.
Melissa mazzola Zutter
September 1, 2021
He was such a nice man. I'm glad I was able to meet my great uncle a few years back.
Tim Mickey
September 1, 2021
Mike, so sorry to see the passing of your dad. I have thought of him often, especially when I am thinking of you and a few of our exploits. RIP John.
Millie Rigby
September 1, 2021
My sincere sympathy to all of his family. I loved waiting on John every morning when he came into the Gold Rush for breakfast. He had such a cute little laugh. It was always fun visiting with him. He was a great man. Cherish your memories.
Janice Muniz
September 1, 2021
My love, thoughts and prayers to Mike and the Mazzola Family. John was such a special guy. He had such a huge heart and loved everyone and everyone loved him back. He took good care of my uncle Mull during the " old M&M Days". My heart is breaking for you Mike,, you took such wonderful care of him and I know he appreciated it so much. Rest in peace John Mazzola. May his memories hold dear in your hearts <3
Janice Muniz
Nova bartsch
September 1, 2021
R.I.P. Johnie . I was blessed knowing such a great man! My condolences to Mike , and all his family and friends.
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