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In Memory Of

Brad Rolston, 35, of Forsyth

November 22, 1978 – January 12, 2014

 

 Bradley Jadan Rolston age 35 passed away on January 12, 2014.  Brad was born on November 22, 1978 to Brian and Betty (Lehman) Rolston in Billings, MT. 

Brad grew up in Forsyth and graduated from Forsyth High School in 1997.  He worked at various jobs, living in Laurel for a short time.

Brad married Melissa Smith and from this union one son was born, Bonum William Rolston.

Brad was a self-taught and accomplished musician.  He played guitar and the drums. Heavy metal and rock & roll were two of his passions.  Brad’s passion for music was passed on to his son Bonum, which is something Brad took great pride in.

Brad was currently living in Forsyth raising his son at the time of his passing.

Brad was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill & Ruth Rolston and Clyde and Katy Lehman.

Brad is survived by his son Bonum and his parents Brian and Betty Rolston of Forsyth.

Visitation will be Friday, January 17, 2014 from 10:00 to 5:00 in the Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home. There will also be a visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 on Saturday, January 18, 2014.  Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth.  Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com

 

Click on the link below to watch a video of Brad and his friends playing some music.

http://youtu.be/NvVR696DroY

Service Schedule

Visitation

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Friday January 17, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

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Visitation

9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Saturday January 18, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

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Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Saturday January 18, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

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Service Schedule

Visitation

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Friday January 17, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

View map

Visitation

9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Saturday January 18, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

View map

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Saturday January 18, 2014

Chapel of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, MT 59327

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  1. Brian and Betty, I cannot express my sorrow enough for you all. I am so sorry to hear of Brads passing. Know that you are in my prayers and thoughts. May all of your good memories get you through this very difficult time.

  2. Brian and Betty, I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss… Please know Brad’s kindness and love will always live on!
    ~Heidi~

  3. I am so sorry for everyone in your family with Brad’s passing, he was much to young. My sincere sympathies go out to all of you. You will be in my prayer’s as well. Rob Stephens

  4. Brian and Betty I’m so so sad to hear this news of my friend and your son passing away my heart is aching and is heavy with sadness brad was an amazing person and best friend to me and I miss him dearly and loved him. My thoughts and prayers to you both I can’t express how sad I am of hearing this news I’m so sorry…

  7. I’m so sad and sorry. Seems like it wasn’t that long ago we were playing together. As a young child I remember going to your house and playing. I always thought he had the coolest toys! May peace and comfort overwhelm you.

  8. Brian and Betty, our hearts are saddened by the loss of Brad. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. Prayers and Blessings.
    The Parker Family

  9. Brian and Betty my thoughts and prayers to you and your family for the loss of Brad!! He was always a kind and caring man always spreading laughter and happiness in any room he was in!! I will miss him dearly!!

  10. Brian and Betty,
    I’m so very sorry to hear of Brad’s passing. He was far too young. I cannot imagine the immense loss you must be feeling. May you find peace in your memories and the loved ones who surround you in your grief.
    My Deepest Sympathies,
    Faunia

  11. Wow. Very very sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to you, Brian and Betty. There really are no words, but my heart hurts for you and your family. Brad had a huge heart and I know he will be watching over you in such a wonderful place. Love to you all.

  12. Brian and Betty,
    I am terribly sorry for your loss. I send love and prayers from Texas.

  13. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for you guys . Brad was a great friend and will be missed dearly.God bless.

  14. There are no words at a time like this. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many!

  16. Brian, Betty and Bonum I am so sorry for the loss of Brad. I know how much he is loved and how greatly he will be missed. My heart is filled with flash backs of the good old days. Love you guys.
    Brianne

  17. Brian, Betty and family,
    I am at a loss for words, I am very sorry to hear about Brad, a young soul gone too soon. I will always remember him as a great friend, so so funny and very talented!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    Becky

  18. Brian,Betty…I’m so sad. I am so sorry for the loss of Brad. My Thoughts and Prayers to you both!! He will be missed!! Kimberly Pabolo

  19. Betty & Brian – May God’s love and amazing grace bless you with the comfort you need at this most difficult time. It brings to mind a poem that I love written by Lisa O Engelhardt:
    If you have a secret sorrow, a burden or a loss, An aching need for healing…Hang It On the Cross. If worry steals your sleep and makes you turn and toss, If your heart is feeling heavy…Hang It On the Cross. Every obstacle to faith or doubt you come across, Every prayer unanswered…Hang It On the Cross. For Christ has borne our brokenness and dearly paid the cost To turn our trials to triumph…Hanging On the Cross. Our deepest sympathy is extended to you and our prayers are with you. God bless.

  20. Brian & Betty – Words cannot describe how sorry we are for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

  21. Brian,Betty , and Bonum. So sorry for your loss. Brad touched many people. He will be missed.

  22. Brad will be deeply missed…my prayers to Brian Betty and Bonum. He’s now your angel that will watch over you. Love you!!

  23. Joe and I are so sorry to hear of your son’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  24. Brian, Betty and Bonum. Words can not express our sorrow for your loss.
    Will be praying for you. Love you.

  25. Brian and Betty,
    I am so shocked to hear about Brad. I know he will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  26. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

  27. Brian and Betty,
    I am saddened by the loss of such a vibrant soul. Heaven gained an angel. My heart goes out to both of you. I pray that God gives you peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you have of Brad!
    Love,
    Jodi

  28. Brian and Betty, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending love and lots of prayers to you and your family. Love, Smick and Annie

  29. Brian and Betty,
    Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. May you find peace in the wonderful memories you will always have.

  30. Brian, Betty & Bonum,
    I am so sorry for your loss. May you all find the strength to get through this hard time. Thinking and praying for all of you.
    Naysa

  31. Dear Brian, Betty, Bonum and your extended family,
    We were so sorry to hear about the death of Brad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Gene and Anita

  32. Dear Betty & Brian,
    The words are so hard to find, I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
    Fran

  33. Brian and Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God’s peace be with you.

    Deb

  34. Brian and Betty I’m so sorry to hear about Brad. I am at a loss for words so many memories Of when we were younger race threw my head. the one memory that stands out the most is asking his parents and my parents for quarters at the bowling alley just trying to beat the shinobi video game I’m very sorry for ur loss he will missed

  35. Brian and Betty,
    I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  36. Brian, Betty, Bonham and family- I am very saddened to hear of your loss. Words cannot say. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  37. Betty and Brian,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Just remember the good memories. Our heart breaks for you.

  38. Betty, Brian and Bonum,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Just know we are thinking of you and sending prayers.

  39. Betty and Brian
    We are thinking of you and so sorry to hear of the loss of Brad. May memories of good times keep him forever in your hearts.
    Charlie and Terri

  40. Brian and Betty, You are in my prayers and thoughts. I too have good memories of Brad. Hugs for your entire family.

  41. Brian & Betty, we are so saddened to hear about Brad’s passing. Hopefully your memories will give you the strength to get through this hard time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Randy & Jenny

  42. Brian and Betty,
    So sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful person. Have so many great memories of smiles and great times. May God bless you and your loved ones in this time. Prayers to all of you!!
    Trina

  43. Brian, Betty, and Bonum

    I am so sorry for your loss. Know that i am praying for you and keeping you in my thoughts during this time. Brad will be missed very much.

  45. Brian & Betty, So sorry for your lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Bob and Mary Ann

  46. Brian, Betty and Bonum;
    We are so sorry to hear about Brad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know if you need anything just call. Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way. Duane and Sharon Wetsch

  47. Brian and Betty we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  48. Brian and Betty-we were so sorry to hear about Brad. Our thought and prayers are with you both.

  51. Brian and Betty, we are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember seeing Brad and his grandpa Rolston driving in that old pickup around town. I hope you can find strength in all do your memories.

  52. I just read about Brad’s passing away – I am so sorry about your loss. I cannot imagine coping with losing a child so young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Curt and Cathy

  53. Brian and Betty
    It is difficult at a time like this to find the right words to express our sorrow. I know your hearts are aching and only time will heal. Wrap the love of family and friends around your hearts, giving you the comfort and strength to make it through this difficult time.
    May God be with you.
    Waneeta & Virgil

  54. Brian & Betty
    I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
    Nancy

  55. Brian and Betty,
    Cherish the memories, especially through the eyes of a child (as Bonum grows and you teach him the same things you taught his father). Nobody says life is easy or fair, but keep the faith ! Know there are so many people that love you and are there for you, and most are just a phone call away. May God give you the strength, comfort and love as you go through this difficult time.

  56. Brian and Betty,
    I am truly sorry to hear of of your loss. May your memories help comfort you. Brad will truly be missed. You are in my prayers.
    Heather

  57. Brian and Betty,
    We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Darrel & Robin

  58. To The Family:
    I am so sorry for your loss. I understand that this is a very difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort from the Bible’s promise of a resurrection, which is soon to be fulfilled. (Acts 24:15) Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

  59. Time is an interesting thing…and I’ve been away for a long time. Too many memories to wrap my mind around. I smile in reflecting and wish to express our heartfelt condolences to the Rolston clan and the community. Rest in peace Brad
    Nick Gross and family

  60. Brain and Betty, there are no words that can express the hurt you are going through now, just know I will keep you both in my prayers, and keep your arms around Bonum and share the great memories you have of his dad with him.

  62. Brian and Betty, So very sorry about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  63. I am so sorry Brad has passed away. It is so sad to see someone that was in the same class as my younger brother is gone at such an young age. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  64. Brian and Betty, Sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Gerry and Jayne Tallent

  65. Brian and Betty, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss of Brad. Losing a child is the hardest to understand. May time and memories bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Love and hugs to all.

  66. Brian, Betty and family-

    I can’t tell you how saddened I am to hear of Bradley’s passing. May you find comfort in the many special memories you have of him. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. May God bless and keep all of you.

  67. We are so very sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hold tight to the memories.

  68. I am sorry for your loss…but I also want to remember all the good times I had hanging out with Brad, watching scary movies for hours then he would scare us, watching him practice and play his first gigs, trying to play basketball with him and the boys, and just remembering how kind and generous he was with his friends. I will miss him greatly and every memory he has added to my life will be cherished.

  69. I am so sad to hear the news about Brad. My heart goes out to your entire family. Sending prayers your way. Kari

  70. Sadly it’s been years since I’ve seen Brad. I don’t have any memories of him without a huge grin on his face. May God bring your family peace in knowing you have a beautiful guardian angel forever looking over you. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

  71. Our most sincere condolences for the loss of Brad and prayers for the light of the memory of his smile to shine on…

  72. Brian and Betty, We are sorry to hear about the loss of your son Brad. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Your entire family will be in our prayers.

  73. Dear Brian, Betty, and Bonum… Such a sad, sad time for so many, many friends… and especially you. I will remember Brad as a most engaging soul, from the times he was just a lad, to and through the years as he continued to be such a friendly young man . May the unending love you feel , even in the depths of your loss, carry him through eternity. ron

  74. Brian and Betty……Our sincere condolences for the loss of Brad and prayers for you and your family at this time.

  75. Brian and Betty–
    We are so very sorry to hear of Brad’s passing, and wish there were words that would comfort you and Bonum in your sorrow. Sending our love and prayers your way.

  77. Betty and Brian we are so sorry for your loss! You are in are thoughts and prayers !

  78. Betty and Brain, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My heart breaks for you both. I pray you will surround yourselves with the love and comfort of all your family and friends. I hope you will always embrace the memories of your son. I promise I will keep you in my prayers. Leslee

  79. Dear Betty and Brian, Jim and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I so wish I could lift this heavy sorrow from your heart. I will hold you in my prayers. Jessie and Jim

  80. Brian and Betty, I was very sad to hear of Brad’s passing. I know how hard this time is for all of your family and you know how much I think of all of you. I will be praying for you and thinking of all the family during this difficult time.
    John

  81. Dear Brian & Betty,
    My little heart just aches to hear the passing of your beloved son. Brad was outstanding! He had an amazing smile and a great sense of humor that will always be remembered by all of us, in so many different ways. Sending thoughts and prayers to your precious Family all the way from Boston, MA.
    Xoxo
    Wanda

  82. So sorry to hear about Brad’s passing. He had a gentle, kind soul. May you be comforted in your loss to hear how he touched so many peoples’ lives.

  83. Me and brad grew up together. We followed in each other’s footsteps. What a great friend I had. I will never forget you

  84. Brian, Betty & Bonum, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  85. Brian and Betty and Bonam…we r so sorry for your loss. There r no words to say that will ease ur pain…but i will say a prayer and keep u in my thoughts…if u need anything please let us know. Stay strong.

  86. Brian and Betty – My heart goes out to you. With deepest sympathy and sad condolences, and love – Lenore

  87. We were so sorry to hear of Brad’s passing. Hopefully the number of messages here will serve as a reminder of how well liked he was and how many lives he touched in a positive way. I remember one time when Brad and Bonum were in Valley Auto, there was some rock’n’roll music playing on the radio. Brad said, “Bonum — who’s on guitar?” And Bonum said “Ozzy!” (correct!) Fun memory. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

  88. Dear Betty,

    I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you with his love and help you to find peace.

  90. Brian and Betty,

    You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the many happy memories you shared comfort you during this time of sorrow. Thinking of you.

  91. Dear Brian and Betty –
    I have received this news with great sadness. The goodness and grace of your son will always be remembered. I wish you health and healing.

  92. Dear Brian and Betty, I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Brad. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.

  93. Brian & Betty:
    We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Brad’s passing. Our hearts are aching with yours. You are in our thoughts. Will talk yo you soon.

  94. Betty and Family, So so sorry to have heard about your son Brad’s passing. May the Good Lord watch over all.

  95. To Everyone in Laurie/Kayla’s family,

    I have been praying for God’s comfort for you all, and that you would find many reasons in the midst of your loss to see the hand of God and to savor every moment you have together as you reflect on the loss of your son.

    My heart is really sad for you all, even though I don’t know many of you, I know Laurie and Kayla and they speak loudly that your family is a loving and kind family. I will continue to pray for you in the coming days.

    With Warmest Regards,

    Lisa Nolte (Seth’s mom)

  96. Dear Betty and Brian,
    There are no words to express the shock and sadness we feel over your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I hope that the love of your family and friends will give you some comfort and strength in the days ahead.
    Noreen, Eric, Caitlin and Rachel

  97. Brian, Betty and Bonum, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hadn’t seen Brad since Janeen’s big birthday party and am sorry I’ve never met Bonum. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Vi

  99. May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

  100. Brian and Betty…so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Teryl and Wade

  101. Brian, Betty, Bonum & Family,

    You are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.

    Ron & Debbie Piseno

  102. Brian and Betty, all of these wonderful testimonials for Brad are a true reflection on how well he was thought of and loved, we hope that they will help you in this most difficult time!, Our thoughts
    and prayers are with you and your precious grandson.
    Ron and Claira Bromley

  103. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during what must be a difficult time. Although we did not know Brian, knowing the two of you I am sure he was a wonderful son and caring father.

    Bud and Jackie Beck

  104. My sincerest condolences to your family on the loss of Brad. I remember him mostly from my younger years. He was such a cool guy. He will be missed by many.

  106. We just heard of your loss and are stunned. You have been such dear friends of ours over these many years, we can only hope that His peace will find and comfort you soon! Please take care. Heartfelt wishes for your loss from Rex and Ted

  107. Brian, Betty, and family.
    Thoughts and prayers to you all. I haven’t seen Brad in years and the only thoughts that come to mind are all fun and positive. He has left Great memories for all. Take care. Tony C

  108. Brian and Betty,
    I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Brad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.

  109. I just now heard about your loss, and I am so, so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you. My thoughts are with you.

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