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ORVILLE (OLLIE) OLSON
Date of Passing: Feb 03, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryORVILLE (OLLIE) OLSON Death came to Orville Edwin Olson, February 3, 2005, after a worthwhile life of 85 years and a happy 50 year marriage to his beloved wife Louise (Murchison). He will be lovingly missed by his daughter Marina; sisters, Lorna Lee and Dorthy Williamson; and brother Gordon, as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, inlaws and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers, Alvin and Norman; sisters, Ailie McArdle, Ethel Joyal, Margaret Ticknor, Eleanor Graham and Jean Campbell. During his life he gave generously of his time and talent to improve life for the disabled. A large part of this was done through his role as a Rehabilitation Counseller for the Canadian Paraplegic Association. Orville loved spending time with family and friends whether it was at his home or on one of their many vacations, or at their home away from home in Florida. He also enjoyed fishing, bridge and crib. His big heart and bad jokes will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank his homecare workers, nurses and doctors on the 4th and 5th N. Floors at the Victoria General Hospital for their compassionate care. Instead of flowers the family would appreciate donations in Orville's memory to Ten Ten Sinclair Housing or the Canadian Paraplegic Association - MB Division. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 5 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Cremation has taken place. Orville lived by the Chinese Proverb You can't prevent birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from building nests in your hair. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 05, 2005
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Well, I guess you finally caught your limit, old friend. It was a great ride, wasn't it? When the snow geese cover the black fields this spring, you'll be back in spirit ... as unforgettable and genuine as the prairie crocus on a hidden hillside. Ollie, where you walked.... you left big tracks. We'll miss you, but never forget you. Rest in peace. John and Dianne - Posted by: John Lane (Friend) on: Feb 07, 2005
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We were coworkers for years and I treasure my memories of Ollie.He was my mentor and reality check! My favourite memory is after I spent an entire day driving my son around Winnipeg, taking photos of Louis Riel sites for a school project. I discovered that I had forgotten to put a film in the camera, Ollie drove me back to all those sites and waited in the car while I retook the pictures. He didn't want Nat to be disappointed. At my retirement, his "you done good, kid" was the ultimate compliment. Rest in peace, Ollie. - Posted by: Harriet Hart (Co-Worker) on: Feb 07, 2005