A. Orville Helgeson

1924-2005

Orv Helgeson, age 80, went home to be with his beloved Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2005. He was born in Hannaford, North Dakota March 6, 1924 to Jonas and Raghnild Helgeson. He was a graduate of the American University and Lutheran Bible Institute. After serving his country in WW II, he spent his life in service to the Lord, first in ministry and later in administration at King's Garden, now Crista Ministries where he was active in founding two radio stations, KGDN and KGFM, now known as KCIS and KCMS. He became Mike Martin's right-hand man and Executive Director. Later he was able to pursue his love of missions working with Partner's International. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of fifty-three years Myrtle Dixon Helgeson, and by three brothers Tillman, Clarence, and Jerome. He is survived by his daughter Cheryl Mc Ivor Craig, and sons Daniel Vicki, and Mark Debbie, ten grandchildren and one great grandson. A memorial celebration of his life will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, February 13 in the Schirmer Auditorium, Crista Ministries Campus, 19303 Fremont Ave North, Shoreline. Memorials may be sent to World Concern at 19303 Fremont Ave. North, Shoreline, Wa. 98133 or Partner's International, 1117 East Westview Court, Spokane, Wa. 99218.