In Loving Memory Of
Larry R. Olson
Larry R. Olson of Grande Prairie, AB passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the age of 78 years, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born March 20, 1941 to parents Oscar and Alma Olson in Edberg, AB. At the age of 4, after the passing of his father, the family moved into Camrose. He married Gloria Whiting on May 21, 1960 and they were happily married for 58 years.
In 1972, he moved his family from Camrose to Grande Prairie and continued his career as a journeyman plumber, gasfitter, and steamfitter. He shared his passion and love for the outdoors with his family. Weekends and holidays would find them hunting, fishing, camping, and quading.
He will be sadly missed by his 3 children: Kathy (Marlin), Jim (Elaine), and Dan (Patricia); 9 grandchildren: Kari (Eric) Anderson, Erin (Mike) McVey, Andrew (Chelsie) Belyan, Janna (Ben) Comfort, Meagan (Wade) Olson, Alicia Gajetzki, Stacey (Bevan) Iwaskow, Leah (Matt) Olson, and Kali (Marcel) Olson; and 14 great-grandchildren. Larry is also survived by 3 sisters: Joyce, Lorna, and Marlene (Harvey); brother Russ (Diane); 2 sisters in-law Marya, and Lori (Roger); and brother in-law Bill (Marilyn).
He was predeceased by his parents Oscar and Alma and his brother Slim Olson.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, at 2:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.).
Memorial donations may be made to Larry’s favorite charity, the Salvation Army (9615 102 St., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 2T8) or the charity of one’s choice.
The family would like to thank Dr. Richard Martin for his care over the past many years and the staff on 5 North for their kindness and compassion.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Larry R Olson March 20 1941 April 20 2019..
Décès pour la Ville: Grande-Prairie, Province: Alberta