Jack D. Wolf
September 1, 1934 ~ January 13, 2019
Jack D. Wolf,84, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2019 of ALS. He was born in Andover, KS on September 1, 1934 to Floyd and Dorothy Wolf. He graduated from the University of Wichita with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering and received his Masters Degree from the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton, OH. He was a Vietnam veteran and pilot in the Air Force. He received two Distinguished Flying Crosses for his acts of heroism. He retired after 21 years and worked as a Safety Manager at Boeing for 18 years. In his retirement Jack and his wife, Marilyn, traveled extensively in their RV and also took many cruises. His hobbies were gardening and visiting his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Ted. He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn, of 63 years; his three children, Tom (Mary) Wolf of Salt Lake City, UT, Karen (Joe) Gallo of Denver, CO, Tod (Leasa) Wolf of Cary, NC; sister, Glennis Bell; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Viewing will be from 3 – 9 pm, Wednesday, January 16, and 8 am – 9 pm, Thursday, January 17, 2019, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Rosary will be at 10:00 am, Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, Friday, January 18, 2019, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Andover Cemetery. Memorials may be made to: ALS Association, 3450 N. Rock Rd. #211, Wichita, KS, 67226; St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 123 N. Andover Rd., Andover, KS, 67002.
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I will always remember Jack Wolf like he is in this picture where we surprised him for his birthday! Party on, Jack
So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. Sending hugs and condolences to your family. Jack was very special to me. Love, Bob Sloan
We met Karens Dad (& Mom) several times during their many RV travels to Colorado; we have been neighbors for 20+ years. Mr. Wolf was such an interesting man. But what I remember most is how genuinely interested he was in others. He was warm, friendly, patient, caring, with a good sense of humor…I know it will be very difficult for you all to be without him here on earth. We pray you find comfort in knowing you will see him one day because of what Christ Jesus has done for us all. With our prayers & love, Randy, Deanna, Ben & Kate Chilton
A perfect Gentleman. A fine and loyal friend. With his wife, Marilyn, an unparalleled, dedicated family patriarch.
‘Youre a good man Charley Brown.’ But then you knew that already….
May your eternal life be as exceptional as your life here on earth, Jack. We will miss you greatly! Your cousin on the Sloan side.
Im so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out with your family. May the God who ‘binds up the brokenhearted’ and ‘comforts all who mourn,’ strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. And May the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. -1 John 17:30
I am terribly saddened to hear this news. I am also truly blessed to have known such a wonderful man and friend. I will miss you dearly Jack, I miss the talks we had at your dining room table reminiscing about our service days. You are and will always be an inspiration. Marilyn I am so sorry, you are welcome to dinner anytime. Prayers to the Wolf family.
I am sorry to hear about Jacks passing. I had the privilege of working and traveling with Jack while he was at Boeing. My prayers are with you and your family. We will miss him at the Ranch Hand Reunion.
Jack was a wonderful neighbor who loaned us his canoe so we could take our nieces and nephews for rides years ago. He also rescued our dog Kessie many times when she would escape from our yard. Jack and Marilyn were fun to visit with when walking in the neighborhood. He and Terry were Viet Nam veterans and so had much in common. We will miss Jack and his friendship. Our condolences go to Marilyn, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Jack will be missed. My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in Gods memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. – Psalms 116:15.
Rest Jack, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
What an honor it was to have met, and gotten to know Jack, just for the past two short years. The time I had, listening to him tell me of his experiences as a pilot during Vietnam and walking around with him in his favorite yard, is truly a valuable memory for me. He had the medals, and he had the strong support of Marlyn thru it; all the way to the end. They are both true Heros to me.
You were the only cousin I had near my age, born just a few weeks after my birth. You were an honorable man, a credit to your Nation, and liked by many. You already are missed.
I am always saddened when one of our Ranch Hands has to answer the call to duty higher than any other. I am sure Jack will perform with the same professionalism as he did with honor while loaned to us. I pray for the familys peace and comfort with God wrapping them tightly in His Loving Arms.
Jack will surely be missed. I enjoyed his company at the Ranch Hand reunion.
To the Wolf family, as neighbors with one of the nicest, most coolest gardener, and friend one could ever have living next door. Jack left a lasting memory for us how one should treat each other. His yard was impeccably manicured, dressed with flowers that begged to be photographed, which I did often. It was an honor to know such a great man which until we meet again in the heavens I amagine you are consulting with Jesus in his flower gardens. With Love, holding you in prayer Marilynn.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love you Marilyn!
Marilyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I miss sitting with you at church. So sorry to hear about Jack passing.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.