Rolla-Vollstedt-Obituary

Rolla R. Vollstedt

Portland, Oregon

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Rolla R. VollstedtSept. 8, 1918 - Oct. 22, 2017 Rolla was born Sept. 8, 1918 in Hutton, Alberta, Canada, to Fred and Cleo (McCoy) Vollstedt. He was drafted into World War II. He was in the Army branch; twice wounded, receiving the Purple Heart and oak leaf cluster. Rolla's second job and hobby...

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I inherited the last raster that Bruce Rolla and kieth built

Still driving and loving Rolla's last creation, the Paul Priest Roadster! Thanks Rolla. Randy

So proud to say that Rolla was a part of my life because of my husband Tom Vollstedt, who has always spoke of him so proudly and fondly. God bless you Rolla and your family. Love Diana Vollstedt XXX

I just recently learned of Mr. Vollstedt passing, my prayers go out to his family. I have fond memory and pictures when my father: Ernie Koch drove and worked on rear engine with Rolla.
Sincerely,
Everett Koch

I remember Rolla Vollstedt from when he would be at the Indianapolis 500 for the month of May. My sister babysat for the two boys. They were pretty litle and probably do not remember those days. They were a wonderful and down to earth family. Thoughts and prayers to the boys and their families.

For many years Rolla entertained the Friday morning Old Time Racers Group breakfast at Bill's Steak House with his racing stories and knowledge. Both Rolla and his stories will be greatly missed.

Some of my fondest memories growing up as a kid was to go visit Rolla and Irene every summer to go sit in Rolla's cars in his garage and listen to his stories. I also recall the first time we were able to watch the race on TV instead of gathering around the radio at my grandparents house to listen to it. My prayers and sincere condolences to Kurt and Bruce and their families. Your dad was a legend and your mom a saint. Two of the kindest people in our family tree. God Bless them always.

Vollstedt Roadster, PDX Roadster Show 2016

I have been honored to have known Rolla since my early childhood. My father Paul Priest was the sponsor of Rolla's "Paul Priest Special" in the early days of Portland and west coast Roadster Racing and I am the proud owner of the tribute car built by Rolla in recent years. Rolla has been my inspiration for my love of racing and cars throughout my life. My many memories of the times had with my Father, Rolla and Len Sutton will be with me always. Sadly all have passed now. God speed...

Rolla has impacted many people in the racing world. We would like to extend well wishes and thoughts to his family. John had the pleasure to work with Rolla many times in the 70's. He will always have fond memories of Rolla. With deep sympathy, Linda and John Martin