Delbert “Del” William Oleson, 78, passed away at his home in Townsend, Montana, Tuesday, July 2, 2018 following a short fight with cancer.
Del was born on May 12, 1940 in Helena, Montana to Albert and Francis (Dean) Oleson. He was raised in Helena, where he attended high school at Helena High. Following high school he joined the Navy and while stationed in California he met his first wife Jan Perkins. They were married in the summer 1959, from this marriage came his first child, Jeffrey Oleson. Del married Barbara Rust June 4, 1962, from this marriage four children were born, Mark, Kenneth, Robert and Kimberlee. July 28, 1995 he married Rosanne “Rosie” Warren where two stepchildren joined his family, Randy Munger and Ronda Roope.
Del’s career was in construction and was employed by ASARCO in East Helena for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, woodwork, and spending time with his family. Del was a large presence, mischievous and his laugh was contagious. He lived life to the fullest and some of his parting words were “The Party Is Over”. He loved to cook and tell stories around the kitchen table. He was a gifted furniture maker and was always willing to help others with their projects. He had a strong connection with his brother and sisters . He was the brother whom they all relied on for strength. He found the love of his life in Rosie and missed her daily.
Del departed this world at peace knowing that his family and numerous friends have many precious memories of the wonderful times spent with him. He expressed many times how he felt blessed by his kids and grandkids. He was so proud that he had such a wonderful family.
Del is proceed in death by his wife Rose, his son’s Mark and Kenneth Oleson, parents Albert and Francie Oleson, Sister Alberta Rushford and Stepson Randy Munger.
He is survived by his children, Jeff (Megan) Oleson, Rob (Robin) Oleson, Kim Oleson Greenough, Brother Sonny Oleson, Sister Shirley Timmerman, Grandchildren Quinn Greenough, Zach Oleson, Turk Greenough, Garrett Oleson, Ravyn Frey, Stepdaughter Ronda (Duane) Roope, Step Grandchildren Sarah Meldahl, Nichole Roope, Joe Munger, and Jennifer Munger.
A memorial service celebrating Delbert’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 11th at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 212 Broadway in Townsend. A coffee and cookie reception will follow the service at the funeral home.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 a.m.
Wednesday July 11, 2018
Stevenson Wilke Fuleral Home
212 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
Reception
Following the memorial service
Wednesday July 11, 2018
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
212 Broadway Street
Townsend, Montana 59644
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Kevin and Jodi Vance says
My thoughts and prayers are with you! Please know you have been in my prayers these last few days and will continue to be in the days to come.
Doreen Filson says
Joe and I are sorry to hear about Delberts passing. Dad “uncle Bud” always spoke about his gift working with wood. Our thaughts and prayers are with you all.
Doreen & Joe Filson
Sharyn Wallace says
Sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. Keeping you in my heart. ?
allen stenhjem says
Oleson Famly,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all God Bless Del…..
Jeanne (Mayer) Morrison says
Shirley and Family: I’m saddened to hear of Delbert’s passing. I’ve thought often of our days in the old neighborhood, Broadwater School — what fun we all had. We go back a long way, and I cherish those memories. Take care, dear friend. I’m thinking of you in my daily devotions.