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WILLARD GEORGE OLSON
Born: Jul 01, 1916
Date of Passing: Apr 25, 2002
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILLARD GEORGE OLSON On Thursday, April 25, 2002, Willard George Olson passed away at the age of 85 years at the Betel Home in Selkirk after a lengthy illness. Willard is survived by his beloved wife Clementine; his sister Bertha; daughter Diane (Richard) stepson Ron Marsh (Arlene) stepdaughter Karen Davis, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Willard was born in Selkirk, MB on July 1, 1916. He served in the Second World War in the Medical Corp. from 1940 to 1946 where he earned the rank of Sergeant and was awarded several medals. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Selkirk Branch 42. After his discharge from the Army, he was employed by the Canadian Coastguard for 43 years, the last 30 of which he was Chief Lighthousekeeper and weatherman at George Island, MB. Willard took great pride in his garden and enjoyed the companionship of his dogs. Funeral service will be held on Monday, April 29 at 11:00 a.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk. Interment will follow in the St. Clements Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Willards name to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102 - 310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0S6. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 27, 2002
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To the family of Willard George Olson. My name is (Edward) John Benson. The reason why I am sending this is because I believe Willard might have been my grandfather and I'm hoping someone may know any information on his past from the year 1943! My mother's name was Susan Roberta Louise Olson, her mothers name was Lenora Wheeler and her father's name was Willard George Olson. I don't know if this may be the Willard I am looking for but if anyone can help me with this I would appreciate it so much!!! Thank you - Posted by: John (grandfather) on: Dec 10, 2013