Memorial sevices 10:30 am, Tuesday, April 3 at Twichel Funeral & Cremation Service chapel. _x000D_
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James H. Bergum was born in Melstone, Montana to Herbert and Flora (Benedict) Bergum on May 27, 1919. _x000D_
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Jim was raised in Wolf Creek and attended school until he went to work along side his father and uncle as a carpenter to help support the family. He worked on cattle drives and volunteered during branding season on local ranches. After Wolf Creek he moved to Lincoln and worked as an independent contractor for many years. He married Marlene Cornell in Helena on December 28, 1973. They worked side-by-side in the construction business until he retired. _x000D_
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Jim loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. He was a past president and an active member of the Ponderosa Snow Warriors in Lincoln. He belonged to the Lincoln Community Hall, VFW, and Augusta American Legion. He served in the South Pacific in World War II. He was an exceptional carpenter by trade and hobby. He built homes and commercial buildings throughout Montana. His grandchildren were one of his greatest joys. He loved spending time with them and teaching them life skills. He enjoyed building a roaring fire and used his days working around the property. In his later years, he enjoyed a good cup of coffee and a hot cake. _x000D_
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He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Don, sister Ruth Braun and step son Ron Nyre and step daughter Debra Gunderson. He is survived by his wife Marlene, sister Vera Stamey of Helena, Betty (Walt) Lloyd of Stevensville, three step children, Sandy (John) Waddell, Clancy, BJ Tentis, Ed (Linda) Tentis, son-in-law Ron Gunderson all of St. Paul, Minneapolis. Grandchildren, Joy, Elizabeth, Andrew, Heather, Lucy, Ed (Amber), Adam Tentis, Ron (Heidi), Randy, Patrick (Jessica) Gunderson all of Minnesota. Danielle, Alex (Kendra), Jenny Waddell and Lisa (Bret) Lian of Clancy. He also is survived by 10 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. _x000D_
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Yes, Jim the cows have all been put in!!
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Toni Eckart says
Dear Marleen and family .I was so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing,he was a great guy and we sure had alot of fun together. I will always remember hoe his hand would shake but when he held a paint brush he was as steady as a rock. God bless you all from a old freind. Toni
George and Jackie Lloyd says
Marlene and Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss.
George and Jackie Lloyd
Kimberly Pfenning says
Aunt Marlene & family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Although I havent seen Uncle Jim since I was a very little girl, I do still have a slight memory of him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Love, Kim, Kayshaun, Keyana and Eliejah.
Tracie Tomcheck says
Marlene,
Jim was one of the nicest guys my Dad hung around with. He was the best story teller ever! I’ll always remember all the snowmobile rides in Lincoln with him. My prayers are with you.
Take Care, Tracie Tomcheck
John and Donna Davidson says
Sorry to hear about Jim but what a long, wonderful life he had. We were just talking to Sandy about him last week. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.