Pearl I. Olden, 82, passed away early Saturday morning, June 27.
Pearl was born March 25, 1933, to Leno M. and Minnie G. Finkbeiner. She grew up in Grass Range, MT, graduating from Grass Range High School in 1952. She met the love of her life, Donald A. Olden, and they were married on April 12, 1958 in Lewistown, MT. They made many happy memories together, and made their home in the Helena valley where they raised two children.
Pearl was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, who will be greatly missed. She was also a foster mother to a number of children before going to work outside the home. She enjoyed the time she spent with family, friends and animal companions. She worked for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana for 17 years, and helped with the family’s small haying operation. After retiring in July 1994, she enjoyed her time being a housewife, cooking, reading, going on bus tours, playing cards and walking in the mall with friends. She was a devoted Helena Bighorns Hockey fan for many years, and looked forward to working at the Helena Montana Kennel Club dog shows and agility trials. She also could be found at an occasional sprint car race.
Pearl was loved by everyone that she met. She lived a full and happy life surrounded by family, friends and grand-dogs. She was a member of the Women of the Moose, the American Legion and a long- time member of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church.
Pearl is survived by her son, Douglas and Rene Olden of Belgrade, MT, and her daughter, Barbara and Robby Delaney of Helena, MT; granddaughters, Brittany Olden and Cassidy and CJ Berberet of Belgrade, MT; brothers Robert and Sandy Finkbeiner, Roy Finkbeiner and Russell and Bev Finkbeiner, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, Leno and Minnie Finkbeiner; husband, Donald Olden; and brother, Richard Finkbeiner.
Please join us in the Celebration of Pearl’s life; a viewing will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 1st, 2015 at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church, 3580 North Benton Avenue. A memorial service will follow the viewing at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, A reception will be immediately following the service in the social center of the church, a graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at Lewistown City Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff at Touchmark and Rocky Mountain Hospice for the care provided to Pearl. Memorials in Pearl’s name may be made to the charity of your choice.
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Our Redeemers Lutheran
3580 N. Benton Ave
Helena , MT 59601
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Our Redeemers Lutheran
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Mt 59601
Reception
Following Funeral Service
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Social Hall of Church
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Montana 59601
Graveside Service
12:00 pm
Thursday July 2, 2015
Lewistown City Cemetery
Lewistown , Montana
Service Schedule
Viewing
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Our Redeemers Lutheran
3580 N. Benton Ave
Helena , MT 59601
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Our Redeemers Lutheran
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Mt 59601
Reception
Following Funeral Service
Wednesday July 1, 2015
Social Hall of Church
3580 N. Benton Ave.
Helena , Montana 59601
Graveside Service
12:00 pm
Thursday July 2, 2015
Lewistown City Cemetery
Lewistown , Montana
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Joy Edgar says
I want to offer my condolences to Barb, Doug and families. Pearl was a dear friend of mine since 1975. My Love and Prayers go to all of you.
David Williams says
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd Stovall says
My condolences Doug, Barb and families. I treasured the visits at Touchmark I had with Pearl. She will be greatly missed.
Jan Anderson says
I am so sorry for your loss. Feel so blessed to have been neighbors with your family for so many years. Pearl was a wonderful neighbor and friend. Sorry we cannot be there for the funeral. Jim is in Oklahoma and I am in Ronan. You are all in my prayers! God Bless You
Shel and Al Stoner, Scott, Randy and Jodi says
We’re all so sorry to hear of Pearl’s passing. Randy and Doug were buddies in school, and our families did lots of camping together. Square dancing too brings back many fond memories. Our sincere sympathies to Doug, Barb and families.
John and Kathy Ramirez says
Our family will offer prayers for Pearl and for your family. During the years I worked with Pearl at Blue Cross Blue Shield, she was always so positive and caring. She always had a kind word or observation to offer, and was a joy to be around. May God hold her gently now, and grant her a peaceful rest.