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Arlene Olsby Obituary

Arlene Joyce Olsby

Mar. 24, 1934 - Mar. 12, 2011

Arlene Joyce Olsby, 76, of Lynnwood, WA passed away peacefully Saturday, March 12, 2011 after a courageous battle with lung cancer that she fought with dignity and grace, the same way she lived her life.
She leaves behind her beloved husband and best friend of 35 years, Leo C. Olsby; two children; three grandchildren; and many loving family members and friends.
As requested by Arlene, there will be no service.
A private internment will be held at Floral Hills Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Snohomish County.
FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS



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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4, 2011.

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Cindy

March 29, 2021

Aunt Arlene was a great woman who impacted my life I’m so many ways. I will never forget how loved I felt from her as well as her humor and laugh ❤❤

Cindy Olsby

April 11, 2011

Arlene was such a big part of my life when I was a kid......I am sorry she is no longer here, and am thinking of Uncle Leo and the rest of the family at this time. Love Cindy

Linda Dangel Rodriguez

April 3, 2011

Uncle Leo, I am so sad for your Loss. I Love my cousins, and feel sad for them also. Thanks to Kelsey for letting us know through Facefook. Love to you all... Linda Dangel Rodriguez

April 3, 2011

My best to Leo and family. It has been awhile since I visited with Arlene but a very special and kind lady
Dolores McDonnell Yakima.

Kelsey Fields

April 3, 2011

Grammy

Thinking of you everyday. Love you always.

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Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery - Lynnwood

409 Filbert Road, Lynnwood, WA 98036-4934

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