James Floyd “Jim” Pierce
James Pierce
James Floyd “Jim” Pierce, 86, of Libby, Montana, passed away Nov. 7, 2022, at his home in Libby of natural causes.
He was born July 13, 1936 in Ashland, Wisconsin, to George and Irma (Badgley) Pierce.
Jim graduated from Elma High School in Washington in 1954 and then enlisted in the United States Army. The army sent him to the University of Montana where he graduated with a degree in Science Education. Jim retired from the military with a rank of Major on June 17, 1976.
He taught ROTC in Guam and was also a driving instructor while there.
Jim owned and operated Jim’s Guns and Jim Pierce Realty here in Libby. He also taught concealed weapon classes. Jim was a Mensa member; a Master of Masonic Lodge; VFW Life Member; American Legion Member and an NRA Life Member.
On Jan. 22, 1993, he married Leny Bapial in Angeles City, Philippines. They enjoyed almost 30 years together during which they spent time in the Philippines with family and friends there as well as maintaining their home in Libby.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, George and Irma Pierce and a sister, Donna Dewy.
Survivors include his wife, Leny of Libby; daughter, Ivy Rose Pierce of Missoula, children from a previous marriage, Nikki MacMillan of Olympia, Washington, Tracy Niles of Aberdeen, Washington, Jim Walters and Bob Walters; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald Pierce; and extended family in the Philippines. Arrangements were under the care of Schnackenberg Funeral Home of Libby.
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