Jose Luis Solorzano “Pelon”, 41, of Colstrip, Montana, passed away on November 18th, 2017 due to injuries from a car accident.
Jose was born in El Grullo, Jalisco, Mexico on March 15th, 1976. His family moved to Fresno, California when he was a year old. At the age of two, his family moved to San Francisco, California. He graduated from Phillip Burton High School in San Francisco, California in 1994.
Jose enlisted into the United States Army on August 14, 1995. He was stationed with the Maintenance Troop, Support Squadron, National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California. He was honorably discharged on May 3rd, 2000.
Jose married Glenda Littlebird on August 8, 1998 at Chapel of the Bells in Las Vegas, NV. From this union, Leslie Shayne and Myron Lee Guadalupe was born. They divorced in 2004. In July 2011, they reunited and from this union, Antonio Luis and Mateo Iroquois were born.
After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, Jose, Glenda and Leslie moved to San Francisco, California where he worked for Penske Truck Leasing as a diesel mechanic. In 2002, he moved his family to Ashland, Montana. He graduated from Chief Dull Knife College in Lame Deer, Montana with an Associate of Arts degree in Business Management on May 2004.
At the time of his passing, Jose was employed with Talen Energy Power Plant in Colstrip as a Mechanic, where he worked for the past 5 years. He successfully completed the Powerhouse Mechanic Apprenticeship Program on April 25, 2017.
He enjoyed hunting and socializing with friends. Jose was a good dad and loved his children very much.
Jose is survived by his children; Leslie, Myron, Antonio, Mateo of Ashland; his parents, Maria of San Francisco, Jose “Lupe” of Phoenix, Arizona; brother, Pedro “Pete” (Janie) of South San Francisco; sister, Maria “Prieta” (Jose) of Surprise, AZ. and sister, Carmen (Jorge) of Fresno, California. He also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, aunts and uncles.
Jose is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Antonio and Maria Ruiz; paternal grandparents Jose and Juana Solorzano.</p>
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Sunday November 26, 2017
St. Labre Catholic Mission
St. Labre, Montana 59003
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Monday November 27, 2017
St. Labre Catholic Mission
St. Labre, Montana 59003
Interment
3:00 PM
Monday November 27, 2017
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Sunday November 26, 2017
St. Labre Catholic Mission
St. Labre, Montana 59003
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Monday November 27, 2017
St. Labre Catholic Mission
St. Labre, Montana 59003
Interment
3:00 PM
Monday November 27, 2017
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Pamela Kania says
I was so sad to hear of Jose’s death. Please accept my condolences for you your family, your children, his parents, his siblings and all who knew him. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers in the very difficult time!
With lots of hugs, Pam Kania
Lynette says
To the Family, I’m so sad about the death of your loved one. The Bible tells us of a time in the future when Death will be no more.Revelation 21:3,4. We know this to be true for God cannot lie. I hope this Hope for the future brings you comfort.
Joey Littlebird says
Thank you for the friendship and your caring heart for my family. I will try my best to see that your children are ok. I never told you I loved you, but I did and still do. I will see you again my friend. U till then, Travel well.
John Retzky says
Family I only met Jose a few times and he seemed to be a real nice guy.
A few years ago he gave my son and I a Honda (car) and my son Francisco and I worked on it and got it running.
Jose gave us the vehicle for free.
I have always enjoyed the friendship of the family (Myron S., Cheryl, Glenda, Joey, Jollee, & Carie).
Glenda worked with us at the Forest Service in Ashland.
Leslie and Myron Jr. have worked for us at St. Labre Pool in Soaring Eagle Center.
All of you will be in my prayers.
I love you guys, John
Julie (Eagle) Maldonado says
To Glenda and Kids, my heart goes out to all of you. Love you all more then ever, prayers, hugs to you.
Dolores Shoulderblade says
My friend Glenda, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, losing a loved one is always so hard, I will keep you , your children and your other family members in prayer.
Condolences and prayers.
Darlene Lopez says
Pelon will always be remembered as a good dad, my condolences and prayers to the families. May he journey safe and rest in eternal peace.
McMakin Family says
I am so sorry my dear friend. Our prayers are with you and your family…….
Yajaira Solorzano says
Jose solorzano you will be truly missed. I will always have all the memories you left me with. Leslie and Myron my condolences to you and your brothers. I know this isn’t easy for you guys but family is always here for you. Primo I wrote you a little poem
From heaven above
From heaven above you will be watching us,
With Nana and Tata by your side,
To guide all of family and friends,
I know for ever you will stay in our hearts,
We will be missed you dearly.
Miriam M says
Mi mas sentido pesame a la familia Solorzano
Los acompano en su dolor. Que descanse en paz y que
Dios lo tenga en su Santa Gloria Amen Jose Solorzano.
Jolee Redcherries says
You were an awesome man Jose, I enjoyed having you as part of our family. Appreciate everything you’ve ever done to help us all, until we meet again, love you!
Tracy Spang says
Leslie and Myron,
So sorry to hear about your dad. We were such good friends and will be missed. So many good times we had back in the day. We lost contact for awhile but ran in to each other about four months ago. Losing a parent is so hard, please don’t go to drinking. Your dad wanted only the best for you.
Patrick and Tina and Skyler says
Our condolences to all of you. Anything you need…..
Vydalia Sanchez Olive says
I wish I had the chance to know Jose and his family better because we came from the same hometown… it was a pleasure being around Jose in the little time we had. My heart is grieving for his familia… he was an amazing man. We send our love and prayers to all of his family.
ROBERT J. LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF JOSE SOLORZANO, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS TIME OF MOST SAD AND SORROWFUL TIME FOR THE LOST OF A LOVED ONE.
Shon Hasselmann says
I really enjoyed working with Josie. He was always upbeat. Enjoyed talking about his Children.
Very sorry for your Loss.
Greg Hellyer says
Condolences to the family. Jose was a member of our power plant family. He will be missed.
The Lucas Family says
We send our deep sympathy to your family during this sad and difficult time. May God give you the help needed (Ps.94:19) as you try to cope. Jose will be sadly missed by others.