James "Jim" Lee White's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Helena, Montana

James "Jim" Lee White

February 17, 1937 - November 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Helena, Montana

James "Jim" Lee White's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Helena, Montana

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Retz Funeral Home & Crematory

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James "Jim" Lee White

February 17, 1937 - November 6, 2025 (88 years old)

Helena, Montana

James Lee White Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Lee White of Helena, Montana, born in Deer Lodge, Montana, who passed away at the age of 88, on November 6, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Lee White or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor James' memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his siblings, Terry White and Marjie Scarf (Jack); and his sons, Thane and Shane White. He is survived by: his wife Donna White; his children, Linda "AJ" Hoenig (Chic), James "Jimmy" White (Karen), Cindy Marshall, Shawn White (Kat) and Tressie White; his sister Betty Main (Jack); and his sister-in-law Kathy White. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Helena Indian Alliance (501 Euclid Ave, Helena, MT 59601).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Retz Funeral Home & Crematory



Sat

May 02

Celebration of life

2:00 PM

Helena Indian Alliance
501 Euclid Ave, Helena, MT 59601

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