James Burtch passed away January 4 at the Rocky Mountain Care Center. He was born to Alice and Earl Burtch on April 27, 1928. He joined two brothers Earl and Edward and sister Mary Alice at the family homestead in Deep Creek. _x000D_
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In 1957 he married Dorothy Hellman. Together the had 4 children, Cathy, Robert, Dolores, and Vickie. He also had 5 grandchildren David, Derek, Stephanie, Thane, and Cassandra. Seven great grand children and as many grand dogs and cats._x000D_
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Jim spent most of his life driving truck for himself, during the 70s he was one of the original Ice Road truckers. He loved to fish on Canyon Ferry Lake as well as Deep Creek._x000D_
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He will be remembered for his quick whitty comebacks and sense of humor. He was always ready to lend a helping hand and would be a friend forever._x000D_
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James will be missed by many._x000D_
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He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings and his youngest daughter Vickie. He is survived by his wife Dorothy of Townsend and children Cathy of Fort Benton, Robert and Dolores of Townsend. His grand children, great grand children numerous nieces and nephews._x000D_
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Denise says
Aunt Dorothy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jim was a real character and I’m sure you will miss him. My heart goes out to you and my cousins at this difficult time.
Denise
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Mary Dolan says
Dorothy and Cathy,
I was so sorry to read of the loss of Jim. I remember his joking
at the thrift store.
Mary Dolan