The Whitehall Ledger - Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana

Gary Frank Malyevac (Jake) passed away suddenly in his home, which was his final wish, on December 12, 2021.

Gary was born in Butte, MT, to Frank and Mabel Malyevac. Gary struggled with health issues the past few years, which prevented him in doing what he loved most, working with his hands. His greatest skills were working both with wood and leather. Prior to retirement, Gary worked for the Butte School District as an Industrial Arts Teacher (27 years). For all of the kids that passed through his class, many still have their toolboxes to this day. Those closest to Gary were fortunate t...