TILFORD MOLSKNESS

1937 - 2016

Molskness Mar. 24, 1937 - Aug. 16, 2016 OKLAHOMA CITY Tilford Harris "T.H." Molskness was born at 5 PM on the 24th day of March 1937 in Rake, Iowa. He was born to mother, Edna Heggen Molskness and father, Gerhard Molskness. He grew up in Bricelyn, Minnesota where he lived until his graduation from Bricelyn High School in 1955. His next adventure led him to join the United States Air Force where he served the next four years in Tampa, Florida. Upon completion of his service he stayed in Tampa and finished his undergrad at the University of Tampa. Tilford then completed Medical School in 1966 and began his internship at Connelly Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. His residency took place at Normandy Osteopathic Hospital in Normandy, Missouri. Tilford's life was forever about to change. He officially began his career as a Radiologist in Oklahoma City where he made a positive impact on the lives of those around him. He would later become Chief of Staff at Hillcrest Hospital. Tilford was a man centered around his family. His favorite hobby was spending time with his children and grandchildren. T.H. was also an avid golfer, being a member and president of Hillcrest Golf and Country Club. He enjoyed sharing in this passion with others, including dinners at the club and countless golf cart rides for the grandkids. Tilford loved to travel with destinations national and abroad. He was a man that enjoyed life to the fullest and would do anything for his family. T.H. leaves behind many family and friends including: siblings: Marlin Molskness, Gene Molskness & wife Carolyn, Gerald Molskness & wife Ellen, Ronnie Molskness & wife Theresa, Judy Gutzmer, Jane Ann Maronde; children: Kevin Molskness & wife Gina, Kim Bozeman & husband Philip, Kris Molskness & wife Renee; grandchildren: Lonnie Molskness & wife Kelsey, Dane Molskness & wife Chelsea, Brett Bozeman & fiancee Kelsey, Brendan Bozeman (deceased), Bradley Bozeman, Lauren McElfresh & husband Kane, Hanna Molskness, Brian Bozeman, Nicole Molskness, Tyler Molskness, Karter McElfresh, Silas Craig; special friend: Peggy Gilbert; and many more nieces and nephews that love him. T.H. leaves a lasting legacy as a loyal father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He has made an impact on the lives of all the individuals that have come into contact with him. He will be missed but his life should be celebrated and known for the great things that he accomplished. His final victory occurred on the 16th day of August 2016 when he ascended into heaven to be with Jesus and loved ones he has missed. Tilford Harris Molskness was an amazing man that no one will ever forget. Visitation will be held 12:00 noon Saturday at Messiah Lutheran Church (3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK) with services to celebrate T.H.'s life to follow at 1:00 pm. He will be laid to rest at Resthaven Memory Gardens, Oklahoma City, OK.