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William Evert “Bill” Rolston

Birth	:	1 Jun 1918 Vananda, Rosebud County, Montana, USA
Death	:	11 Sep 2004 Miles City, Custer County, Montana, USA
Burial	:	Forsyth Cemetery, Forsyth, Rosebud County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.2689018, -106.6528015
Plot	:	Catholic: Sec: A Lot 5 Blk 15
Description	:	William "Bill" Rolston, 86, of Forsyth, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, at the Rosebud Health Care Center in Forsyth. Mr. Rolston was born June 1, 1918, in Vananda, the son of Herbert "Lefty" and Regina Derckus Rolston. He grew up and was educated in the Vanada and Forsyth areas. Following his graduation from high school, Mr. Rolston attended the University of Montana-Missoula until returning to Forsyth due to his father's illness. Mr. Rolston enlisted in the Army Air Corps on Jan. 2, 1942, and served during World War II until being honorably discharged on Nov. 15, 1945. On... Read More	William "Bill" Rolston, 86, of Forsyth, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, at the Rosebud Health Care Center in Forsyth. Mr. Rolston was born June 1, 1918, in Vananda, the son of Herbert "Lefty" and Regina Derckus Rolston. He grew up and was educated in the Vanada and Forsyth areas. Following his graduation from high school, Mr. Rolston attended the University of Montana-Missoula until returning to Forsyth due to his father's illness. Mr. Rolston enlisted in the Army Air Corps on Jan. 2, 1942, and served during World War II until being honorably discharged on Nov. 15, 1945. On Sept. 24, 1943, Mr. Rolston was united in marriage to Ruth Marie Kennedy in Forsyth. To this union, their son, Brian, was born. Together Mr. and Mrs. Rolston made their home and raised their children in Forsyth. As a young man, Mr. Rolston began working at Lefty's Bar where he was nicked named "Whisky Bill." After his time at Lefty's, Mr. Rolston also worked in the Treasurers and Assessors Office as well as for the Soil Conservation Service. He later began his career with the United States Postal Service where he worked until the time of his retirement in 1984 at the age of 65 year. Mr. Rolston loved goose hunting, square dancing and especially his family. Trips out north with his friends were a highlight of his day. Mr. Rolston could be seen on a daily basis driving his red pickup around town. He devoted his life to helping others. While taking walks, he always policed the gutters and kept them clean. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Ruth; his son, Brian Rolston and his wife, Betty, of Forsyth, and their son, Brad; one brother, Dirk (Jimmie Lee) Rolston; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Tom. A Vigil service was on on Monday starting at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth. Funeral Mass was Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004, in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial was in the Forsyth Cemetery.

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William Evert “Bill” Rolston's memorial is located at: Forsyth Cemetery, Forsyth, Rosebud County, USA.
When did William Evert “Bill” Rolston death?
William Evert “Bill” Rolston death on 11 Sep 2004 in Miles City, Custer County, Montana, USA
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Latitude: 46.2689018
Longitude: -106.6528015

Family Members:

Parent

Thomas Herbert “Lefty” Rolston

(1882 - 1953)

Regina Dirkes Rolston

(1888 - 1975)

Spouse

Ruth Marie Kennedy Rolston

(1918 - 2008)

Siblings

Thomas Herbert “Tom” Rolston Jr.

(1917 - 1972)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Rosebud County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2689018, -106.6528015

2. Rosebud Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.2689018, -106.4381027

3. Howard Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.2621994, -106.9222031

4. Hathaway Cemetery
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5. Colstrip Cemetery
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6. Memorial Vale Cemetery
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7. Bean Cemetery
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Coordinate: 45.8535995, -106.4011002

8. Brown Cemetery
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Coordinate: 45.8321991, -106.4180984

9. Lee Cemetery
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Coordinate: 45.7792015, -106.5413971

10. Rancher Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.2580986, -107.4197006

11. Fort Keogh Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.3800011, -105.8874969

12. Vanstel Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.7872009, -106.8942032

13. Calvary Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.3816986, -105.8249969

14. Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Custer County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3807564, -105.8246536

15. Old Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, Custer County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3807600, -105.8246500

16. Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, Custer County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3891983, -105.8264008

17. Pine Hills School Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.4077988, -105.8167038

18. Rock Springs Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.7847800, -106.1411500

19. Pine Crest Cemetery
Custer County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4564018, -105.7789001

20. Junction City Cemetery
Yellowstone County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1437320, -107.5493300

21. Lame Deer Cemetery
Lame Deer, Rosebud County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6264000, -106.6619034

22. Custer Cemetery
Custer, Yellowstone County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1270690, -107.5700030

23. Muddy Creek Cemetery
Muddy, Big Horn County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5741997, -106.7406006

24. Saint Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Rosebud County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6070930, -106.2836910