A bright light went out after 98 years 9 months and 21 days. Our fun-loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother Irene Olsen passed peacefully on January 9th, 2022. Irene was fortunate to be born into a huge family. Many are gone but their children were adored by her. Her beloved Selmer died in 1988.
Left to mourn her loss are her daughter Sandra Elsaesser and children Leyton (Lori), Trevor (Tanis), and Erin McLeod (John) and all their children and grandchildren; her son Harley Olsen (Lynda) and his children Jackie (Chad) Wehage, Kevin Olsen, and Nancy (Scott) Rose and their children, as well as Dani Hay, Carson, and McKenna Ramsay who Granny O graciously treated like family. Irene’s amazing remaining siblings are Bea Bird and her son, Russell; June Nickel and her family; and Ila Konik & family.
This extraordinary woman was made of excellent prairie stock. She understood hard work but, most importantly, knew the significance of humour and joy. Nothing made her happier than to be with her family and friends. Irene’s poetry, short stories, and videos of her wonderful skits will provide us with endless pleasure. We thank all who gave her such care and kindness, specifically we offer special thanks to the staff of Birch View Nursing home. Irene spoke of staff as if they were close friends, feeling very loved and spoiled by everyone. It was a blessing for her to spend her final years in such a wonderful home.
A Celebration of Life will occur when the wind is warm, the sun is shining and everyone can be together in laughter, recollecting stories of ‘the one and only” Irene. Condolences can be sent to the family on our website at www.mackenziechapel.ca. Arrangements in care of MacKenzie Chapel & Crematorium. Brian & Bev Stobbs, Mark Gyoerick – Matayah Loyst – Mel Curle. 306.763.8488.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Irene Winifred Irene Olsen Sunday January 9th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Prince-Albert,, Province: Saskatchewan
We extend our deep sympathy to Irene’s dear family….sincerely Norman and Carol Sturby