Obituaries
Ronald Charlson
Ronald (Ron) William Charlson, age 71, died suddenly on January 5th, 2023 in a logging accident while cutting firewood near his home in Story, Wyoming.
Ron was born June 26th, 1951 in Belle Fourche, South Dakota to Will and Flora (Nylund) Charlson. He was the second of six children. In his early childhood, the family moved to the Battle Ground, Washington area where Ron graduated from high school, He was united in marriage to Barbara (Colleen) Jolma on September 1, 1972.
Ron and Colleen moved to Sheridan, Wyoming in April of 1975. Shortly thereafter they moved to Story where Ron resided until his death. Ron owned and operated the White Swan Barber Shop in Sheridan for 34 years. During his years in the barbershop, Ron touched the lives of many and will be remembered as a man of few words but strong in his Faith in God and Jesus.
Ron was preceded in death by his infant brother Wayne, infant daughter Barbara, parents Will and Flora, father-in-law Clarence Jolma, and sister Carol Sue. Ron is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years Colleen, children: Annette (Derrick) Levanen of Sheridan, WY; Duane (Katie) of Sheridan, WY; Janine (Tim) Alholinna of Ranchester, WY; Michael (Shaunte) of Moorcroft, WY; Shary (Corey) Firestone of Yacolt, WA; Kevin (Erin) of Ranchester, WY; Ronda of Sheridan, WY; Anita (Terry) Ek of Battle Ground, WA; Diana of Sheridan, WY; Joani (Tyler) Smith of Lake Norden, SD; Michelle (Michael) Homola of Lake Norden, SD; Sharlene of Battle Ground, WA, siblings Larry (Jill) of Hancock, MI; Sharon (Kim) Lampinen of Hancock, MI; Vickie (Ty) Goulet of Brush Prairie, WA; 48 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, numerous nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and dear friends.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church with a viewing one hour prior. Interment will immediately follow the service in the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery, Juniper Heights Section. A reception will be held back at the church following the interment.
Online condolences may be written at www.kanefuneral.com. Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
Diane Davis
January 6, 2023 at 4:35 pm
I am very sorry to hear of the death of Ron. He was my husband, Leonard’s barber for many years and he reroofed my house a long time ago. He was too young.
Don Coon
January 6, 2023 at 6:33 pm
Ron was a good man and he had wonderful family. So sorry for your loss.
JEANIE BETTCHER
January 7, 2023 at 10:31 am
So sorry for your loss. Ron was also my late husband’s barber. At Christmas his shop would be full of children and grandchildren, who he absolutely loved. He was a very nice and kind man.
Mike McLaughlin
January 7, 2023 at 11:52 am
Good guy, cut my hair many times………. God Bless.
Shauna Bowers
January 7, 2023 at 1:34 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all the Charleson family. May the Lord bring you all peace and comfort during this time of mourning.
Jeff Clark
January 7, 2023 at 2:10 pm
Ron was a wonderful family man and fantastic neighbor who will be sorely missed. Our prayers and deepest condolences for the family. 🙏
Clay Ratcliff
January 9, 2023 at 10:41 am
My prayers and condolences to all of Ron’s Family. It was a real blessing to have known Ron and his family and called him my friend.
Jerry and Marjorie Williamson
January 9, 2023 at 1:07 pm
Such a loss to a wonderful family. Prayers for all.
Jerry and Marjorie Williamson
January 9, 2023 at 3:13 pm
Such a loss to a wonderful family. Praying for the family.
Victoria Sarokon
January 9, 2023 at 3:52 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the Charlson family during this very difficult time. They are such a wonderful family and I pray for strength and healing.
Mike Penny
January 9, 2023 at 6:36 pm
He was my barber for years. Hell of a guy. He will be missrd
Cathy Kiive-Dunning
January 9, 2023 at 8:38 pm
My thoughts and prayers are for the family of Ron…I grew up with him in Hockinson WA and always enjoyed Ron. I pray for strength and blessings during this most difficult time.
Jim Perkins
January 10, 2023 at 9:11 am
Ron was a wonderful neighbor, with a great family. He lead a full life!
Jane Wells
January 10, 2023 at 12:13 pm
Ron was one of the richest men I knew…for he had love. He was one of the smartest men I knew…for he had faith. And, he was one of the happiest men I knew…for he had his family.