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In Memory Of

Paul Oakland Sr., age 68, of Miles City

February 26, 1947 – November 14, 2015

On the evening of November 14, 2015, Paul Lynn Oakland, Sr. passed away at his home in Miles City, Montana. Paul was 68 years old.

Paul Lynn Oakland, Sr. was born on February 26, 1947 to Raymond and Winnie Oakland in Williston, North Dakota. He attended country grade school in Cartwright, North Dakota.  He graduated from Fairview High School in 1965.  He then attended college in Dickinson, North Dakota before entering the United States Army serving his country for three years. Paul was a very patriotic man who proudly served his country. After returning to the United States he attended Dawson College in Glendive, Montana where he became reacquainted with Judy Tabbert.  They were joined in marriage on August 22nd, 1970 and lived in Sidney, Montana where they gave birth to their first born, Paul Jr.  They then moved to Billings where Paul worked for International Harvester and also had, Jennifer Kay. In 1977 they moved to Miles City and purchased International Harvester before starting construction.  Paul leaves his mark on many a projects in Miles City as well as his work ethic to his children and workers.  Unfortunately Paul was diagnosed with cancer in 2006 forcing him into retirement.  However, he and Paul Jr. did manage to finally build Judy’s dream home after many years of patiently waiting.

Paul Lynn Oakland, Sr. is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Judy Kathleen Tabbert Oakland and his two children, Paul Lynn Oakland, Jr. (Marie) and Jennifer Kay Hirsch (Jason) along with their grandchildren, Cole Michael Hirsch, Kaitlyn Dawn Hirsch, Kyra Marie Oakland, Haiden Paul Oakland, a sister, Jane Oakland and his faithful companion Luna. Although we would like to mention each of the brother and sister in laws names, Paul married Judy who came from a small army.

Graveside services will Friday, November 27, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery in Miles City with full military honors. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.

Service Schedule

Graveside Service with Full Military Honors

11:00 a.m.

Friday November 27, 2015

Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery

Miles City, MT

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Service Schedule

Graveside Service with Full Military Honors

11:00 a.m.

Friday November 27, 2015

Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery

Miles City, MT

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  1. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort!
    Denise and Jay Harvey

  2. Judy, Jen, Paul and families,
    So sorry to hear about Paul. Find comfort that he is no longer suffering and is free from his pain. Cherish your memories of your husband and dad. We are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers now and in the difficult days ahead. God bless you all.

  3. We are so sorry for your loss. Paul will be missed greatly. He was such a good man. Got to know him when my husband Paul worked for him. Just know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  4. Dearest Judy, I am so sorry to read about Paul. He was a good person ~ My thought & prayers are with you. God Bless you. Rayetta

  5. Judy, Paul, Jen and families, We are so sorry to year about Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. —Linda and Jim

  6. Our hearts go out to you in your time of loss. May the love of the Lord wrap his arms around you!

  8. Judy, Paul, Jennifer and Families:

    We were so saddened to hear about Paul. Please know that you’re all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find strength and comfort in each other, and from all of your family.
    Our love to all of you.
    Jim and Joyce Williams
    Eric and Jessica Williams and Family

  9. JUDY AND FAMILY WE WERE SO SORRY TO SEE ABOUT PAULS PASSING. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOURS AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, FROM THE HELM FAMILIES

  10. Judy, Paul, Jennifer and families. I am so sorry to hear about Paul. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers and may you will find comfort in each other.

    Hugs.
    John and Retta Berry

  11. Dear Judy and family
    I am so very sorry to hear of your loss
    May you find comfort in the memories
    Etched in your hearts forever
    Hugs and prayers
    Kathy

  13. Judy, Jen, Paul and family,
    So very sorry for the lose of Paul. Praying and thinking of all of you.

  14. Judy and family,

    We were so sorry to hear about Paul. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

  15. Judy, Paul Jr & family, & Jenny & family,
    So sorry to hear that Paul passed away. My thought & prayers are with you all. It’s so hard to lose family & may God’s blessings surround you all during this difficult time.

  16. Our thoughts are with you Judy, Paul , Jen and your families, it is difficult to have our love ones leave us.

  17. My prayers are with you as you journey through grief, sorting memories and hanging on to the times you shared together. With condolences.

  18. Sorry to here about the loss of your loved one,our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  19. Judy, Paul, Marie, Jen, Jason and families,
    I am so sorry for your loss. May your fond memories bring you comfort in your times of grief.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!

  22. Judy, Paul Jr., Jennifer and all your family,
    So sorry to hear of Paul Sr.’s passing. May God comfort all of you at this difficult time. If there’s anything I can do to help out please let me know. Thoughts and prayers for all of you, Leah

  23. So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Sandy Rudie Caver

  24. Judy and family
    May God surround each of you with his peace and love in the days ahead. Cherish all your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you an your family. Bob and Renee

  28. Judy, I am sorry for your loss. Nothing I can say will take away the tremendous hurt that you feel right now. But know that you are loved by a lot of people. You also have a community of friends both near and far that will stand by you and your family in prayer and service. May the Lord bless and keep you in his hands as you grieve Paul’s death.

  29. I am very sorry for your loss. I learned much from Paul growing up. I very fondly remember when I got to help with building a few houses with Paul and all that taught me. I will be thinking about all of you during this hard time.

  31. Judy & family-
    I am so sorry. Words just don’t seem like enough, Paul was a good man and I am sure you all have memories to bring comfort. Hold each other close.

  32. Judy, Paul Jr & family
    So sorry for your loss. May your good memories fill your hearts with happiness again soon! Thinking of you and sending prayers!

  33. Dear Judy and family,
    Please know that we are praying for you and yours during this time of your loss. We got to know Paul when he built an addition for our house soon after we moved to Miles City. We appreciated his guidance and loved what he built for us. He will be missed.
    Jim & Mary Ann Liles

  35. Oh Judy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord comfort you and your family and give you His peace.

  36. Judy and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. We have so many fond memories of Paul, you, and the kids! Our thoughts and prayers always!

  37. To all of Paul’s Family,
    Your thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

  38. Judy and family, We are very saddened to hear of Paul’s death. Prayers for peace and healing are going up for you.

  39. Our condolences and prayers to Judy and all the family, friends, and classmates. Life seems so short. It was, but yesterday Paul was running on a basketball court so full of life. We were all scurrying about getting ready for life. We soon find ourselves at the side of Jesus in a place better than this one. John 8:12 “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

  40. Judy and family

    Sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Peace be with you.

  41. Dearest Judy, Jen, Paul and Families~Doug and I send you are deepest sympathy. You are in our hearts-God Bless you ALL! Enjoy and cherish and keep those precious and fun memories close to your heart to sustain you through the sad times until you meet again in Heaven!!!

  42. Judy and Family
    So sorry to hear about your loss. Sending prayers to you and all of your family. God Bless

  43. Judy, Paul Jr., and Jennifer,
    My deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time. May your memories comfort you as God wraps you in His loving arms. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  44. Praying for God o give you Strength now and in the days to come our deepest sympathy Judy,Paul Jr,and Jennifer

  45. Words, however gentle, cannot take your loss away. If I can help in any way, please call! Thoughts, prayers and big hugs to all of you!

  46. Judy, Paul Jr. and Jennifer, we were so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families.

  47. sorry to here about Paul. One fun person to be around. I enjoyed his company when ever we had a chance to visit. We are keeping you in our prayers.

  48. Judy & Family
    We have you in our hearts and prayers during this most difficult time.

  49. Sorry to hear of your loss of Paul. Prayers for God’s comfort for you and your family.

  53. I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. My heart goes oh to each and every one of you. God bless you.
    Jennie Wilson

  54. Judy, Paul, Jennifer and Families,
    You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep those precious and fun memories close to your heart. May God bless you and be with you

  55. Judy and family,

    I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  56. Judy and family,
    So sorry to hear about Paul. He was a great guy. Our prayers are with you and your family.

  57. To the Oakland Family: My deepest condolences on Paul’s passing. He has left a wonderful legacy behind in his children and grandchildren. My prayers are with you all.

  59. Dear Judy, I am so sorry to hear about Paul. May the Holy Spirit surround you and comfort you.

  60. We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the memories in your hearts and I hope you find comfort during this difficult time.

  62. Judy and family: sorry to hear of Paul’s passing…our thoughts and prayers are with you..May you find comfort in happy memories..

    God bless and keep you..Ardean and Donna

  63. Dear Judy and family–if indeed grief is the price we pay for love than I hope with all my heart you will bear the cost. Knowing that as sure as flowers grow from the dark earth and that when it is dark stars shine their brightest, I know you will. You are a strong and wonderful family who support and help each other. Cherish each other and the memories of Paul. Love to you!

  64. Judy, i am so sorry to hear about Paul. You are in my prayers, Hugs to you and your family. I miss you, Take Care!

  65. Jen and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in your memories and strength from your faith.

  66. Judy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you and your family.

  67. Cole and Kaitlyn, we were sorry to hear you lost your grandpa. You are in our thoughts so often, hope you know that! Jennifer and Judy, so sorry for your great loss. Kally, Reg and boys

  68. Judy,
    Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Paul was a lifelong friend to so very many of us, and will be sorely missed.
    God Bless.
    Loren & Tami

  69. Paul-
    I was so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your entire family during this time of sorrow.
    Sincerely,
    Julie

  70. Judy,
    The Oaklands were our nearest neighbor while I grew up. I have many fond memories of Paul, even babysitting him and his sister a few times. Thoughts of him always bring happiness and a smile. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. He will not be forgotten.
    God bless.
    Arlene

  71. Remembrance is the Golden Chain, that links you ’till you meet again.

    Judy, you were a comfort to me when I lost my husband this year, I pray that my words can be a small comfort to you now. God Bless you and all your family. Love is stronger than Death. I truly believe that once you walk through this dark fog of misery and confusion, you will once again see the light and know that although you cannot see him, he is there with God watching over you as he always did.

  72. Our sincere condolences to all of you from all of us at CityServiceValcon, formerly B & C Oil.

    Bill, Patsy, Roger, Hal, Vicky, Phil & Lynn

  73. For the entire Judy “army” and everyone else. When Paul and Judy owned and operated Crossroads Equipment in the early 80s, their buying gasoline from Elaine and me at our Second Base on Valley Drive East actually were, like Al Makelky, the real reasons we made a go of our so small a business there. I believe GOD has His hands all over this second tribute here: I have loved, absolutely loved, my living in my nice big home since August, 1999, here on South 4th Street next to the Town and Country Club. I have told no fewer than 500 people, “I love living in this house that Paul Oakland built.” May GOD have him already building the mansions Jesus has promised all of mankind in the eternity of Heaven.
    “Ship”

  74. Judy and Family, My heart aches for you all for you loss of Paul. We were just talking about him the last time we visited with Judy and I am so so sorry for your loss! We are traveling and can’t be with you but know that we love you and and keep you in our prayers. Sincerely, Gene & Les Micheletto

  75. Judy, Jen, Paul and families – My heart is breaking for your loss. I pray you will be comforted in the days to come. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Love, Jane

  76. Mrs Oakland and family. Earlier today while doing some research I found Paul’s obituary above. Please know how sorry I am to learn of his passing. My condolences to you and your family. I served with Paul at the 1st Maintenance Battalion, in Neckersulm, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany in 1968-69. I was one of the company clerks. I only arrived in late July 1968 and Paul and others had been with the company for several years. Along with the other soldiers, he taught me the robes and helped me settle in. He told me all about growing up on a ranch in North Dakota. In recent years when Williston made headlines for oil exploration, I bet Paul was as surprised as I was. I returned to the states in late January 1969, and lost track of him, but I will always remember he thoughtfulness and sincerity of purpose. These last few minutes at the computer typing this note to you have brought back fond memories for those few months in Germany. Most respectfully, Robert L. Johnson (Chicago, Ill)

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