John Paul Talmage

John Paul Talmage, a beloved husband, father and Papa, passed away on June 29. 2024, at the age of 70.

He was born on July 15, 1953, in Wallace, ID, and most recently resided in Great Falls, MT. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday July 6th at 11:00 at Crossroads Memorial church.

John was a talented contractor and took great pride in his work. He was known for his incredible building skills and attention to detail. Additionally, John had a flair for making wonderful cheesecakes that his loved ones enjoyed.

In his free time, John found joy in various hobbies such as hiking, cooking, and spending time with his grandchildren. He cherished the moments shared with his family, whether it was playing cards, exploring the outdoors, or simply relaxing in his favorite chair. John had a fondness for game shows and America’s Got Talent, which he often watched on TV with his grandchildren. His quick wit and sarcastic sense of humor always brought a smile to the faces of those around him.

John is survived by his loving wife, Bobbie Sue Talmage, and shared many cherished memories with him. He will be deeply missed by his children, Ruth (Jon) Berglund, Levi Talmage, Amy (Parker) Pfieffenberger, Bekah (Dale) Fulgum, and Courtney (Andrew) Nagengast. John was also a proud papa to Matthew, Sara, Maleaha, Andrew, Hadley, Sawyer, Branson, Callan, Paxton, Sutton, Maddox, Camryn, and Kennedy. He was preceded in death by his parent, John is also survived by his sister, Cindy (Mark) Walters, who shared a special bond with him.

John will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his love for his family, and his passion for creating beautiful things. His eye-rolling responses, sarcasm, and signature phrase “ok” will forever be etched in the memories of those who knew him.

John leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished moments. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.  

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