Frank Peter Talseth passed away on October 31, 2016, at the age of 95. He was born September 20, 1921, to Peter and Anna (Debelka) Talseth, and lived in the Helena area most of his life. He graduated from Helena High School in 1941 and was drafted into the Army in 1942. He served his country during World War II in Italy and North Africa.
After returning from the War, he met Helen Taylor of Helena, and they were married on March 1, 1947. They raised three children, Karen Schultz, Larry (Tatiana) Talseth, and Janet (Jon) Pallister.
Frank worked as a mechanic for Capital Motors and Placer Motors for 40 years, but his primary interest was ranching. After the War, he purchased his parents’ homesteads near Marysville and Silver City. In 1962, he purchased property on the Lincoln Highway where he built a home. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, picking huckleberries, making wine and beer, and square dancing.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, siblings Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Jakovac, Roseanna Williams, and Donald Talseth, daughter-in-law Anita Talseth, and grandson Brian Talseth.
Frank is survived by his children, six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Grandchildren are Russell (Wendy) Skelton, Joseph (Danielle) Schultz, Hannah Schultz, Jennifer Talseth, Josh (Dani) Pallister, and Pearl (Alan) Escuredo. Great grandchildren are Chase, Christopher, and Holly Skelton; Luca Schultz; McKenna Moore; Kyler, Keagan, and Keira Pallister; and Hudson and Ellienne Escuredo.
The family extends their sincere appreciation to the staff of Shelby House and Rocky Mountain Hospice for their compassionate and professional care of Frank. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Rocky Mountain Hospice, Shelby House, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. with coffee and cookies to follow the service. Burial with Military Honors will be held at Forestvale Cemetery. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Frank.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Social Gathering
After the service
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial with Military Honors
After the gathering
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Forestvale Cemetery
690 Forestvale Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Social Gathering
After the service
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Social Hall of Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial with Military Honors
After the gathering
Wednesday November 9, 2016
Forestvale Cemetery
690 Forestvale Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Rob Roddy says
Very sorry for the loss of Frank. I have a lot of respect for him and loved him as a close friend and mentor. He put up with a lot from me when I was young and worked with him. But he taught me a lot then and still did in later years. Used to sit and talk with him for hours. Took him for rides in the mountains. He enjoyed that and would tell stories.
Still remember him calling me “That Goddamn Kid!”.
Rob Roddy
Jan Sassano Funston says
Janet and Jon,
Sorry for your loss.
Glen Cuchine says
I remember Mr. Talseth when my father worked with him at Capital Motors on Fuller Ave. His sense of humor and his friendship with my dad were great for me see in the workplace. I was just a teenager and beginning to explore the world of work. Mr. Talseth, please say howdy to my dad, Charlie, when you get to heaven.
Darlene Miller Scott says
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. No matter how long we know this day is coming, it is never easy when it does. May your many years of fond memories help to get you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darlene Miller Scott
Marsha Wohlfrom Ogle says
Janet and family
So sorry to hear about your dad, keep you memories close to your heart.
Marsha
Lois Simpson says
Janet and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss! My prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Mary Ann Van Dyken says
Janet, Larry & Karen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dads are very precious. Frank was a wonderful friend to my parents bringing them huckleberries and visiting them. It has been many years since we rode the school bus together, but those were fun times. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Amber Worman (Roddy) says
Frank the Egg Man. That’s how I will always remember him. He would show up at my Gramdmother’s home each weekend when we were kids to deliver eggs- but really it was to sit and chat with everyone at the table. A man I will always cherish as a warm memory of home.
Vanessa & Chuck Tolson says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad/Grandfather
.My thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bill Moore formerly from carquest says
frank was a great one to visit with and could tell many stories will be missed
Nile Morrow says
Frank was an important part of my life growing up in Helena when I lived with Anna and his aunt Rose for a number of years. He was always kind and a hard worker. I admired him very much. Love to all of you.