"Helgeson Family: Thanks for Orv's commitment to God. It was special visiting him at NW hospital. Cheryl, thanks for sharing. Our prayers are with you and your family. Ken and Kathie Anderson"
In loving memory of
A. Orville Helgeson
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
A. Orville Helgeson
1924-2005
Orv Helgeson, age 80, went home to be with his beloved Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2005. He was born in Hannaford, North Dakota March 6, 1924 to Jonas and Raghnild Helgeson. He was a graduate of the American University and Lutheran Bible Institute. After serving his country in WW II, he spent his life in service to the Lord, first in ministry and later in administration at King's Garden, now Crista Ministries where he was active in founding two radio stations, KGDN and KGFM, now known as KCIS and KCMS. He became Mike Martin's right-hand man and Executive Director. Later he was able to pursue his love of missions working with Partner's International. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of fifty-three years Myrtle Dixon Helgeson, and by three brothers Tillman, Clarence, and Jerome. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl Mc Ivor Craig, and sons Daniel Vicki, and Mark Debbie, ten grandchildren and one great grandson. A memorial celebration of his life will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, February 13 in the Schirmer Auditorium, Crista Ministries Campus, 19303 Fremont Ave North, Shoreline. Memorials may be sent to World Concern at 19303 Fremont Ave. North, Shoreline, Wa. 98133 or Partner's International, 1117 East Westview Court, Spokane, Wa. 99218.
Tributes
"Dear Cheryl, Craig & Family, We are sorry we will not be in town to attend your father's memorial service. We hope you have a great celebration of his life. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Steve, JoAnn, Alex & Stephen Booth"
"I had several contacts with Orv when I was Missions Elder at Maple Valley Presbyterian Church. I considered it a privilege to know him and see his concern for the body of Christ and the Mission of the Church. He was a blessing to me."
"Hi Cheryl and family, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I will truly miss him coming to the salon. My love and prayers to you and your family. God bless, Rea"
"My dear friend Orv's name is written in my Bible next to one of his favorite Psalms. He means so much to me. Orv was a delightful member of our Wednesday morning Bible study at the Seattle Golf Club and will be missed. The scripture is Psalm 103:1-2 "Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits." I love Orv and will always remember his gentle spirit and infectious smile. So sorry I cannot be at the service on Sunday. I am leaving on Saturday to California for National Religious Broadcasters convention. May the Lord be with you all. Let us rejoice that Orv is now with the Lord and his darling wife Myrtle. Blessings to you. David Fitts"
"We were new friends at Crista. We met while working on our flower bed. Flowers were a common meeting ground for all of us. Orv disclosed his Norwegion heritage and I said we were both Swedish. Orv's reply was, "That's too bad!" We enjoyed his quick wit. Bon Voyage, Orv."
"Dear family. You are a dear family and Orv loved each of you. It seems that these times of loss are hard, because we miss Orv so much. Memories are precious, however. Thank you for including me in your family. May you be richly blessed now and in the future. Love to all, Joyce"
"We just wanted to send our love to you folks. Your parents were a tremendous blessing to me Carol personally--always so warm and welcoming!! Your dad really helped develop my love for missions!! Blessed be the memory of your parents--they continue to bear fruit through all they have influenced!! I always felt I could talk to them at any time and they would not be bothered!! May God bless and keep you all-would love to stay in contact with you Cheryl. Love and prayers, Forrest and Carol Wills"
"We just wanted to send our love to you folks. Your parents were a tremendous blessing to me Carol personally--always so warm and welcoming!! Your dad really helped develop my love for missions!! Blessed be the memory of your parents--they continue to bear fruit through all they have influenced!! I always felt I could talk to them at any time and they would not be bothered!! May God bless and keep you all-would love to stay in contact with you Cheryl. Love and prayers, Forrest and Carol Wills"