John E. Molm, 67, Belfield, died Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at St. Alexius Medical Center, Bismarck. John’s Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2014 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, Belfield, with Fr. William Ruelle as the celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Belfield American Legion William C. Blair Post 144. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the church with a rosary & vigil at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue on Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the church.
John Molm was born August 11, 1946, the son of Herb and Clara (Boltz) Molm. He grew up at Belfield and graduated from Belfield High School in 1966. Following graduation he served two years in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged and returned home.
John was a simple man and lived an uncomplicated life. He loved his family and honored his parents by always being there for them. His Catholic faith was important to him, evidenced by his lifelong membership at St. Bernard’s. His commitment to a weekly church hour for over 20 years, and attendance to weekly Mass.
John loved North Dakota and was proud to call Belfield home. He was generous with his time and took all his friendships seriously. He loved to tinker in his shop, enjoyed reading Western novels, and all the trips to Montana, California, Wyoming, and Illinois to visit family and friends.
John is survived by four brothers, Ellis (Shelva), Dennis (Nora), Howard (Connie), and Tom (Patty); and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herb and Clara; sisters, Marianne Lee, and Dorothy Hardy; and infant sister, Margaret Kathleen.
