Don’t let his quiet demeanor fool you, he’s the one you want to have your back if things get ugly. He can take a punch, close a deal, and continues to be competitive in areas such as the triple jump, arm wrestling, and powerlifting. A fourth-generation citizen of “Butte, America”, his roots run deep and colorful. Be sure to ask him about inspiring Evel Knievel, the “Butte Assassin”, and playing baseball at Gonzaga University.
When not representing Hall and Hall, you’ll find Randy expressing his passion for the outdoors and agriculture with his family. He’s at home in the backcountry, on a river, riding a horse, or volunteering for hospice. That’s “Montana” level “range” and the lessons learned from Butte are his anchors.
Takeaway: Randy’s attention to detail, discipline, and competitiveness is just what you need to take on Montana and Wyoming.
Explore Montana and Wyoming with Randy.
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Raised in Northern California and the son of a vintner, Deke grew up firmly embedded in the region’s burgeoning wine industry. It was there he learned to appreciate those rich landscapes and the bounty they sustained. After visiting Montana several times as a teenager and seeing the natural beauty, he knew that someday he would make his home there. In 2005, he made the move to Missoula where he now resides with his partner in life, Deana.
Licensed in 2010, Deke offers a decade of real estate related transactional work to his buying and selling clients. To complement his love of the land, he is active in local open space conservation, sitting on two municipal commissions over the last five years. Additionally, he is active in local real estate governance and leadership. He is a graduate of CSU Sacramento with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.
Befitting a treasure state denizen, Deke avails himself of all that western Montana has to offer. He is an avid fly fisherman, snowboarder, and hunter. He is a world traveler and makes international adventure travel a priority.
Currently, Deke is licensed as a broker in the state of Montana.
Bandolero Ranch is a premier, masterfully planned equestrian estate offering the perfect balance of luxury living and professional-grade horse facilities. Situated on approximately 49± scenic acres near Belgrade and Bozeman, Montana, this expansive property boasts sweeping views of the surrounding countryside and the Bridger Mountains. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the estate seamlessly pairs a high-end custom residence with world-class infrastructure.
The Montana-inspired architecture of the primary residence features handcrafted wood flooring, custom millwork, and a striking artistic ironwork entrance. The inviting living space is centered around a dramatic stacked-stone fireplace, while the exterior offers a wrap-around porch, curated garden spaces, and a dedicated meditation path perfect for taking in breathtaking sunsets.
A state-of-the-art indoor riding arena allows for year-round training, equipped with specialized mirrors imported from Germany to help riders perfect their form. Spacious, independent living quarters are positioned at the east end of the indoor arena, offering convenient on-site management or additional space for guests. Multiple thoughtfully planned paddocks, corrals, and horse shelters are outfitted with automatic waterers. An oversized hay barn and dedicated equipment barn round out the ranch’s support structures.
What started as a random phone call from a website listing, ended with a “dream come true” ranch and a lasting friendship.
Our acquisition with Hall and Hall was a 5-star experience. After originally touring four ranches with Randy Shelton, we didn’t settle on one to pursue. He continued his search and found the perfect fit for us on our 5th ranch showing. Randy stayed highly engaged in every aspect of a complicated...
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