On Tuesday, August 18, 2020 the Hull family lost their beloved father.John Cole Hull Jr. of Livingston, Montana was born in Ithaca, New York on August 25, 1938. John graduated from Ithaca college with a BS in accounting. He then worked for Price-Waterhouse for several years. Later he worked as an executive for American Quasar Petroleum and Wolverine Exploration during the 70s and 80s. John retired from Hollywood Casino in early 2006.He was an avid fisherman; John enjoyed the silent thrill and challenge of being on the water with a fresh hatch. His other passion was reading. He could always be found in his easy chair with a good book in hand. His greatest joy in life was his children. He took great pride on their accomplishments throughout their lives. He was an incredibly special man who was always willing to help others when he could.John is survived in death by his children, Tiffany Lynne Hull of Conover, North Carolina and John Cole Hull III of Dallas, Texas; sisters, Kathryn Hoffman of Huntsville, Alabama and Carolyn Whetstone of Interlaken, NY.He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maureen Hull of Livingston, MT; parents, John Cole Hull Sr. and Frances P. Hull of Ithaca, NY.At this time, the family will hold a small private vigil with a larger memorial to be held at a later date. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.