On the morning of October 9th, 2016, W. Frank Capps passed away in the comfort of his home surround by his beloved wife, Barbara (his “Babe”) and family.
Frank was born in Garden City, Kansas on February 17th, 1928. He spent his childhood in Salt Lake City, Utah and later joined the Merchant Marines during WWII. In 1950, Frank moved to Helena, MT and began working for Al Lundborg with Lundy Supermarket. Later that year, he served in the Army during the Korean War. Frank served honorably with Company H 20th Infantry Regiment during 1950 to 1952. After his service in 1952, he returned to Salt Lake City and wed Marjorie Parker. Shortly after, they returned to Helena, MT and he continued working for Lundy Supermarket. Together, Frank and Marjorie had five children- Ronald, Rickie, Clara, Terri, and Marjorie. Sadly, Frank’s wife, Marjorie passed away in 1957. On May 3rd of 1958, Frank met and wed his lifelong wife, Barbara Mattmiller Good, and he adopted her children, Valerie and Frank, into their family. The following year, Barbara gave birth to their son Jeff, and sixteen months later, Keith was born. Frank and Barbara also raised their grandchildren, Devon and Jesse.
Frank was a prominent business man; beginning with his commitment to Lundy Supermarket. He stayed with Lundy’s through its transition into Super Save Markets. Frank then became Executive Director of Montana Food Distributors Association. In 1986 he became owner of Thriftway West and North until his retirement.
Frank’s lifelong hobbies included: hunting, fishing, and golfing with his sons, flying his airplane, traveling with his wife, and in his later years painting wildlife and landscape scenery. Frank was also known for his unique skill of witching wells. He was a family man- a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Frank Capps was a well-respected man of his community in Helena, MT.
Frank was preceded in death by: his first wife, Marjorie, infant son, Rickie, son’s Ronald and Frank, daughter’s Terri and Marjorie, and grandson’s Jesse and Aaron.
Frank is survived by: his wife of 58 ½ years, Barbara, son’s Jeff (wife Pam) and Keith, daughter’s Clara Capps and Valerie Christenson, 13 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
Special thanks to the VA Staff and Frontier Hospice for their kind and compassionate services.
A Graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, October 14, 2016 at Forestvale Cemetery with military honors.
If you wish, donations can be made to a charitable foundation of your choice in his honor.
Frank Capps will be greatly and fondly remembered.
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Camie Smith says
I knew Frank my whole life. He was always good to me and my family. He was a good man. Take care of yourself Barb.
Camie Smith
Cindy Lee says
When our offices were in the Northgate, Frank and family managed the building, and Frank would often stop to visit a bit. He was a nice man, and I am certain, he was a blessing to his family. May God bless you all with his mercy and comfort! Cindy.
Jason Quijada says
It was an honor to be Frank’s caregiver through Northwest Home care thank you Barbra for letting me care for your husband and being there while he transitioned from his home here on earth to his home in Heaven. I will miss him dearly.
michael spurzem says
My condolences on your loss of Frank. I was a box boy at the Super Save Market when it first opened and worked under Frank’s leadership. He was a great guy to work for and I really enjoyed my time there. I have many fond memories of that time in my life and Frank is one of them. Wishing you peace, michael spurzem
Anonymous says
Emerald Garden Basket was purchased for the family of Frank Capps.
Connie Jerome says
Jeff and family, So Sorry for your Loss, our prayers are with the whole Capps family. My mother worked at Super Save in the early years, when I was pre-school age. She always appreciated being given the opportunity to work there. May your good memories bring you comfort in the future. God Bless, Connie (Sands) Jerome