On October 6, 2019, Charles passed away after battling cancer. Charles was being comforted by his family.
Charles was born on November 3, 1946 in Scobey, MT. He was the fourth son of Louella Houg and Leonard Hellickson. He was preceded in death by his 2 brothers Albert and Kenny Hellickson, some very close friends, and the two great loves of his life, Barb and Claudia.
He will be deeply missed by his 2 daughters, Frankie Hellickson of Glendale, AZ, Samantha Hellickson (Kevin Samuelson) of Broadus, MT, 3 grandchildren, Kelynn Chavez-Hellickson of Glendale, AZ, Landyn Merwin and Willow Samuelson of Broadus, MT, 1 brother LeRoy Hellickson of Scobey, MT. Charles was a loving father, grandfather, and friend to everyone.
Charles grew up in Scobey, MT farming and ranching with his family. His love for cattle gave him a lifetime of happiness in the cattle business. In his younger years he enjoyed playing football, bull dogging, cowboying, traveling, and working. Charles made friends everywhere he went.
Charles loved going on trips with good friends, going to the All American Rodeo, sporting events, business trips, and all rodeos. He enjoyed working on his home in Miles City and craftsmanship, and he took pride in raising his red angus cattle. Charles had a lot of wild adventures in his days, he would say “it’s hard being Charlie” He always had something sarcastic to say and could make anyone laugh.
Charles was proud of his daughters and loved spending time with them being horseback, working cattle, brandings, vacationing, discussing valuable life lessons and experiences, and storytelling. He loved dancing and listening to music. Charles loved being a grandfather to Kelynn, Landyn and Willow; watching them play sports, riding horses, watching football on tv, and laughing with them. Charles also has extended family members that he was close to and loved as well.
Leslie Jann says
Takes a Village to Raise a Child! Charles was a huge part of my Village. Not to forget he was one pretty great Step-Dad. Gonna miss him calling or stopping in to visit. My prayers and love to all the family.
Connie Andersen says
Charly will be missed by many. He was a good friend through many of my years growing up. Had many great times with him and he loved to dance and we did many times in high school. Always had a smile for everyone and such a gentleman. RIP my friend.
Alane Stabler says
I am so sorry. Charlie was a great guy. He was a very kind man.
Randy Tymofichuk says
Charles was the brother I never had. I was afforded a great learning opportunity from a man who represented character. Saddened by his passing but grateful I got to call him friend! Tymo.
Darlyn Grainger says
Condolences to the girls and their families and to the rest of Charlie’s family. He was a good man.
Myron Halverson says
Charlie was a great friend, we had many fun times together.Charlie liked the cowboy lifestyle. He was never happier if he could be buying calves or talking about cows. He always dressed western and nobody looked better in a hat than he did. Oh we’ll miss him but we’ll never forget the fun we had! Rest in peace cowboy.
Bonnie Sprague says
Charlie why did you have to go. What happened that we couldn’t stop this. You are such a great guy always a gentleman and something funny to tell us. We love and miss you our dear friend. I’ll see you on the other side. Loads of love Bonnie & Roger. Deepest condolences to the girls, so very sorry for your loss.
Mary Buchanan says
Thoughts are with the family as you go on the journey without Charlie
Mary Ann Hellickson Buchanan
Don Paulson says
RIP Charlie – classmate & friend- thoughts & prayers to your family. Lots of fun memories-
Merle Hellickson says
So sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin Charlie. Some of my earliest memories include Charlie, he was my one cousin who was close to my age. It always brightened my day to see him show up at any family get togethers. God bless you, Charlie. My thoughts and prayers are with the rest of the family.
Susan Hagen says
Rest in peace dear friend and classmate. Lots of memories !! Will miss you and our visits on your rare times back in town. Condolences to your family.
Linda Girard Bellanger says
I am sorry to hear about Charlie. I think high school would have been dull without you, Cecil and Rolly. Our class has lost a lot of “kids” I was lucky enough to grow up with, but the good memories will always be there.
Ingrid Larson says
I’m sorry To hear about Charlie. He was always a fun time for sure.
Remember the good times, girls. They will pull you thru the months to come.
God Bless
Mary Snell says
Charlie Hellickson Family,
I am sad to hear of Charlie’s passing. I so enjoyed him at the Sale Barn. He was always humble, kind, courteous and soft-spoken. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
George Hellickson says
So sad to lose you dear cousin Charles. You had a way to always make folks smile, you will be missed. See you at the big roundup! Love George and Bonnie Hellickson ❤
Rob bartholomew says
So sorry to hear this. As many have said such a kind man. Condolences to the family
Tiffany Engler says
I am sorry for your loss. I am grateful I had the pleasure of spending time with Charles during his visit to Arizona. We had a blast. Frankie and Sam you two had a wonderful father full of laughter, jokes and powerful insight. I loved that he called me the pollock girl “which I’m not” but I love it!! I know I am blessed to have crossed such a great mans path. Much love to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alysa Garcia says
Charles, I’m so happy I had the opportunity to meet you and dance with you. You were such a wonderful man and pleasure to around. You have raised great women and have grandfathered awesome children. It was very nice getting to know you. I send me love and Gods blessings to you and your family… You will me miss my many Rest In Peace
From the little Mexican girl
David Rustebakke says
Sorry to hear of Charles’ passing. He was a great friend in High School. I moved away and hadn’t seen him since but have lots of great memories with him. Condolences to his family and friends.
Jd anderson says
Charlie was a good friend bought my calves many years I’d just talked to him about two weeks before passing sorry to hear about his passing but he has no more suffering gonna miss him