JON ROBERT OLSON

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JON ROBERT OLSON March 7, 1940 - September 9, 2005 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend Jon, after a courageous battle with diabetes on Friday, September 9, 2005 at the Concordia Hospital at the age of 65 years. His memory will be forever cherished by his teenage sweetheart and best friend, Patricia, whom he married on June 8, 1963; and by his three daughters, Kimberley (Joey), Tami-Lyn (Greg), and Shannon (Todd); and six wonderful grandchildren, Thomas, Riley, Angela, Tristan, Cody and Corbin. Jon loved his girls and enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow. Jon is also survived by his brother-in-law Leonard (Cindy), his Aunt Muriel, and numerous cousins. Dad was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by all of his family, friends, and by his loyal companion Shadow . He will always be remembered by his sense of humour and his ability to look at the bright side. Dad enjoyed watching football, tennis, golf, and doing his crossword puzzles faithfully everyday with Shanny-Bunches . Jon went to school at Tec-Voc High School where he completed the Graphic Arts program, and started his career at Saults and Pollard, (now Pollard Banknote). He then received his teaching certificate from Red River Community College, and went on to become the Graphic Arts teacher at Kildonan East Collegiate, and while teaching he proudly received his Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba. After 25 wonderful years of teaching, Jon retired. He loved working with his students, and built many friendships, which extended well beyond graduation. One student in particular, Steve Antle always fondly referred to him as Pops , and quickly went from student to family. His friendship with other staff at the school also extended beyond his retirement, and he enjoyed his weekly meetings with the gang. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all of the many wonderful doctors and nurses who cared for him at both the Concordia Hospital and at the Health Sciences Centre. A special thanks to the paramedics who assisted us at a very difficult time, and to the caring and compassionate staff at the emergency at the Concordia Hospital. In accordance to his wishes, cremation will take place, following a committal service, celebrating Jon's life, on Tuesday September 13 at Neil Bardal Inc., located at 3030 Notre Dame Ave. at 10:30 a.m. Jon touched the lives of so many people and made friends wherever he went. He will be greatly missed by all. Forever gone but never forgotten. Arrangements Entrusted to: Neil Bardal Inc. 3030 Notre Dame 949-2200

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 12, 2005