Helen Otillie Bolstad
(1918 - 2009)

"My memory of Helen will always be one of the warm embrace of love. No matter who, no matter when, she made you feel loved and welcome. It was an honor and blessing to have known her, and the love she gave to all continues through her family legacy"
August 10th, 2010

"Thinking of you and what you might be doing up there, I miss you soooo much that I sit and stare at your hutch, it makes me feel so much better to know your with Lynnette, I love my granny, I just can't believe your gone! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥"
September 19th, 2009

"I'm missing you today, I thought of driving to see you on my way home in puyallup and reminded myself that I can't. It hurts that I can't hug you, I just keep saying to myself a little longer until I can be with you and Lynnette! Hurry Jesus! ♥m"
June 11th, 2009

"Hi grandma, Thinking of all the love you gave me today, and how I don't think there is anyone else besides Jesus who could've done it better, you're hugs and kisses and care were such a comfort to me! I miss you, but I'm happy you are with Jesus"
April 28th, 2009

"When I went to prepare Mom with just a touch of makeup and do her hair, I felt the hand of grief literally squeeze my heart! But I had to do this for Mom. She looks "BEAUTIFUL". My heart hurts so bad, I miss and love you Mom! Your dooder, Mardene"
April 10th, 2009

"I just went down to see Granny in the casket and she looks beautiful, as always. She is so peaceful looking and I am happy and secure knowing that she is no longer in pain since it broke my heart to see her suffer and struggle to breathe."
April 9th, 2009

"It has been an honor to have known and to be apart of grandmas life. She has been an insperation and a role model to me. She will always be in my heart. And I know she is in heaven working on a garden with Jesus. GO GRANNY GO!!! LOVE YA"
April 6th, 2009

"Grandma always had an open door to her home, possessions and her heart. She was a hard worker and made the best food and you were expected to stay and eat! She was my kindred spirit, love and peace forever,grandaughter Diana"
April 6th, 2009

"Words can't express...She was and is the LOVE of my life. My mother really...I had 23 years of living with her and feel so fortunate to have those memories and teachings of my gracious grandmother. I will see you soon in Heaven grandma!"
April 6th, 2009

"Aunty was so loved because she gave love so easily to everyone. She leaves us having done everything the Lord asked of her and we are sure there's a very special place waiting in Heaven - one with lots of pretty yellow hats. Forever with us."
April 6th, 2009