Oland Belcher was born on November 2, 1933, in St. Augustine, Florida. He passed away on May 14, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was predeceased by his father, Perry; his mother, Ozella; his brother, Terry; his sister, Jackie; his beloved wife, Angie; and his son, Ray.
Oland is survived by his two daughters: Reena (Howard) and Linda (Aaron); his three sons: Albert (Rhonda), Jon (Patty), and Tony. He also leaves behind 21 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Oland served honorably in the United States Air Force for 27 years, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant upon his retirement. Following his distinguished military career, he worked for Singer Link, which later became part of Lockheed Martin. After his second retirement in Texas, he eventually moved to Colorado.
Oland’s dedication to his family, his country, and his work will be remembered by all who knew him. His legacy of service and love lives on through his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service for Oland will be held at 6:00PM, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Heritage Pentecostal Church, 2950 Monica Drive West, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80916. The burial will take place at 10:00AM, Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80925.
Rhonda R Belcher
21 May 2024Dad you will be so missed. You were the best. Beautifully written tribute/obit. Love your red head.
Carol Carson
21 May 2024What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. I pray for you all, that you will find comfort and peace at this time.
Steve Young
29 May 2024The Buckley Space Force Base military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Oland Belcher’s 27 years of distinguished service to our country in the Air Force. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service (DFAS), Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc., feel free to contact our office at 720.847.6693 or raobuckley@gmail.com. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits. Best wishes and we are deeply sorry for your loss.
Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF (Retired)
Director, Buckley Space Force Base RAO