Lola Ardene Hanson Arvidson began her journey to heaven on March 30, 2019. Her husband, son, daughter and son-in-law were with her as she set out on her adventure. Lola was 92 years old. She was born on April 20, 1926 in Spruce Hill Township, Minnesota to Walter Rudolph and Sadie Engstrand Hanson. She was the eldest of their three daughters.
Lola attended country schools and graduated from high school in Alexandria, MN in 1944. Following graduation, she worked various jobs, some of which were in WWII defense plants. In later years, Lola joined the Rosie the Riveter organization.
Lola married Harry August Arvidson on September 14, 1946, following his discharge from the US Navy after serving aboard submarines in the Pacific during WWII.
Harry and Lola had two children: Lynda Cambron and Scott Arvidson. In 1956, the young family of four moved to Conrad, MT and began their career of owning the Home Cafe. In 1982, their son and daughter-in-law assumed ownership of the Home Cafe. In 2018, the Arvidson’s and Home Cafe celebrated 60 years in business. Many friends have walked through the front door over the past 61 years.
In 1988, Harry and Lola moved to their home in Lincoln, MT. For many years, they wintered in Apache Junction, Arizona, spending warm winters with many wonderful friends. For the past 10 years, they have been living year-round in Lincoln, MT. For many years, they traveled in their Airstream trailer caravanning with other Airstreamers. In 1992, they traveled in their motorhome to Alaska and while in Prudoe Bay, put their hands in the Arctic Ocean. Harry and Lola were active in the national and state chapters of the Submarine Veterans of WWII for many years.
Lola enjoyed keeping in touch with many friends and family, always sending greeting cards and letters. She enjoyed sewing, antique collecting, and playing cards and other games. She always had some sort of project that she was working on! She liked to wear hats! She liked to dress stylish and wear pretty jewelry! Her wit and humor carried her through to her final days. She will be missed by many.
Lola is survived by her husband, Harry; her daughter Lynda (Jim) Cambron of Boise, 10; her son Scott (Pam) of Conrad, MT; her grandchildren Shaloe (Leo) Brown of Medford, OR, Taylor “TJ” (Michelle) Cambron of Boise, 10; and Amanda Arvidson (Mike) of Conrad, MT. Her great grandchildren are Gage Cambron, Makana & Kaimana Brown, McKenna & Jaxon Arvidson, and Boston McLaughlin. She is survived by two sisters, Eldru Hinz and Vernette Hanson.
Services are to be held at a later date. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the Compassus Hospice of Helena and special thanks to Mom’s nurse Sarah and CNA Jessica. Memorials are suggested to be given to the Lincoln Volunteer Ambulance, P. O. Box 455, Lincoln, MT 59639. You can visit below to leave condolences for the family.
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Irv & Penny Swanson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Lola has certainly earned her wings in heaven. She was such a wonderful woman. So happy we stopped and saw them last June. She will never be forgotten.
Helen Bunkowske says
My sincere sympathy to you Harry and your family. She was such a great lady We will miss her
Maureen Fisher says
Dearest Harry & Family, My Love, thoughts and prayers are with you. Rollie and I along with our family have always felt blessed to have known you and Lola. She was always kind and such a delight to know and call friend. God Bless you and your family.
Janet Emrick Feeney says
Wonderful memories of stories my folks, Bob & LaVay Emrick, had of their visits with Harry & Lola over the years. May you share you memories with smiles knowing that she touched many with her kindness as you make your way without Lola by your side.
Linda Meier Wadman says
So sorry for your loss.
Sue Howsmon says
An absolute icon that so many of us looked up to, our inspiration that lead our own lives in getting older with so much dignity. We will miss her greatly as Lola’s memory is a treasure. My heartfelt condolences to Harry, Linda, Scott and all her family. We were proud to be a part of Lola’s life and circle of friends.
Tracy Nelson says
It was always so fun to have Lola and Harry stop by to visit my parents, Lloyd & Delores Johnson in Alexandria. Lola was so lively and charming! Sincere sympathies to Lola’s family.