John Splonskowski, 79, Jamestown, ND died Monday May 20, 2024 at his home in Jamestown.

John was born June 5, 1944 at Braddock, ND, the son of Raymond and Mildred (Kippes) Splonskowski. He received his elementary education at Braddock. He attended high school at St. Mary’s High School in Bismarck and graduated in 1962.

John then graduated in 1966 from St. Mary’s College at Winnona, MN. He received his Master’s Degree from NDSU

John and Carol Maxson were married August 28, 1971 at Devils Lake, ND. They made their home in Bismarck until moving to Jamestown in 1973. He worked for the Jamestown Public Schools as a guidance counselor until retiring in 2004. John also did carpentry work in the summers for many years.

He was a member of the Basilica of St. James, sang for the  church choir and Jamestown Choralaires, and member of the Knights of Columbus.

John is survived by his wife, Carol, Jamestown, ND; 3 children, Kyle (Tressa) Splonskowski, Jamestown, ND, Darren Splonskowski, Omaha, NE, Lesley (Nathan) Cuvala, Boise, ID; 8 grandchildren; 8 brothers and sisters, Mary Richter, Agnes Vetter, both of Linton, ND, Paul, Frances and Marvin, all of Bismarck, ND; Jerry, NC, Rita Falconer, Bismarck, ND, Alice Schatz, Linton, ND.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 sisters.

Visitation – 3:00 – 6:00 PM Friday May 24, 2024 @ the Haut Funeral Home

Vigil Service – 7:00 PM Friday @ the Basilica of St. James

Funeral Mass – 2:00 PM Saturday May 25, 2024 @ the Basilica of St. James , Jamestown