Helen J. Olson

Helen Joan Olson of Eaton Rapids, entered into the gates of Heaven, February 18, 2022, at the age of 87. Helen was born in Greencastle, IN, August 22, 1934, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Alexander) Renfro. She had a strong Christian faith, belonging to the Messiah Lutheran Church and St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, both in Holt. In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling, and dancing. She also loved spending time in her flower gardens, was active at the Jean Bradford Kling Senior Center and absolutely adored her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Helen is survived by her daughters, Brenda (Jack) Stohr of Eaton Rapids, Terry (Larry) Wicker of Eaton Rapids; son, Martti Siltanen; 7 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Idamae Scott; brothers, Robert “Bo” Renfro, Charles “Dude” Renfro; husbands, Frank Hutcheson, John “Arnie” Siltanen, and Hughes Olson.
Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to any Hospice of the donor’s choice. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.