Jack W. Wolfe

Jack William Wolfe, 81, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the home he built overlooking the Tobacco River with Sandy, his wife of 46 years at his side. As he followed the yellow brick road one last time, he left behind so many memories full of laughter, love, faith and kindness (and flowers—don’t forget to stop and smell the lilies). Jack was always quick to lend a helping hand, from hanging drywall to sharing tips on propagating daylilies, a passion he and Sandy specialized in after retirement. After growing hundreds of daylilies, they began introducing their own hybridized daylilies. Jack was always fun-loving. Just ask anyone who dared to sit in HIS barber chair at home. Let’s just say, the unwitting suspects experienced a lathering of shaving cream. Jack, along with Sandy, were known for throwing happy, often hilarious gatherings including scavenger hunts, card games, bowling…and Jack Daniels. How lucky they were to have found each other (Jack and Sandy, that is). John Wayne, Louis L’Amour and Frederic Remington also played important roles in Jack’s life. Jack was a lather for over 50 years, working on churches, schools and many buildings throughout the state that required lath and plaster. Many who have visited his home have admired his amazing work. He was a member of Our Lady of Hope parish and a trustee for Grant Township. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. In addition to his wife Sandy, Jack also is survived by 3 of his children, Dawn Korientz, Peggy (John) Olson and Robin Wolfe, all of California. He also is survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Wolfe and Ada Caroline Kessler; brother Frank and son Michael. Visitation is from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Hope Parish – St. Cecilia Site, followed by Mass at 11 a.m. Lunch will follow at the church. Memorials may be donated to Pardee Cancer Fund Clare County, P.O. Box 65, Clare, Michigan 48617; or Mid-Michigan Home Care Hospice, Midland, Michigan. Arrangements were handled by the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home. On-line guestbook at www.stephenson-wyman.com

Jack W. Wolfe

April 15, 1936 - January 13, 2018