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Brian Olwell Obituary
Brian Joseph Olwell
Brian had a charming personality, navigating life's up's and down's engaged with those around him. Brian was thankful for the support he received from many along the way.
He will be missed by those who loved him, his mother, Barbara Allen; his brothers, Murray (Janet), Bill (Joan) and Dan; his sisters, Ann (Brad) Chitty, Maribeth (Dave) Smith and Eileen (Barry) Murphy; and his six nieces and nephews.
Brian was preceded in death by his father, Mike; and brother, Jimmy.
Private services will be held in the spring.
Memorials can be made to the Salvation Army.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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David Olwell
March 11, 2022
I have Brian (and Danny and Jimmy) (and Joe Mead) as by-name rosary intentions every night. Hard to believe it has been 11 years.
John Spiers
April 4, 2011
Matt McCullough told me the bad news, very sorry to hear of Brian's death... very fond memories of 20th and Highland and the 1960s... God grant Brian eternal rest.
John Spiers
March 25, 2011
To The Olwell Family,
Please know you always hold special places in our hearts and especially at this sad time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's light shine on Brian and may He allow our many memories together to warm our hearts for years to come.
The Wojtowicz Family
Ruthie, Marty, Nanacy and Mark
March 21, 2011
Joanie and Bill, so sorry to hear about Brian. My thoughts are with you.
Sally Pollard
March 21, 2011
Bill & Joanie & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debby Walters and Dan Patterson
Dianne Harlan
March 18, 2011
He is with us in spirit as he shines in the Glory of God. I hope Ronnie is there to show you the way. Rest in Peace.
Stephan Mead
March 18, 2011
As usual, George said it best: "God bless the Olwells one and all!"
March 18, 2011
Brian was in my class at St. Joe's. He was always a good friend and neighbor. A kind heated, quiet individual. We will miss you Brian, but it was a privilege to have known you as a friend, classmate and neighbor. God Bless, Tom Barnhart
Barbara (Perry) Stevens
March 18, 2011
May God bless the Olwell family in this time of difficulty. It seems like yesterday that we were all hanging out at your house... my prayers are with all of you.
Dave and Karen Olwell
March 17, 2011
We will miss our cousin Brian. Our hearts go out to Aunt Barbara, Murray, Bill, Dan, Ann, Eileen, and Mary Beth. We too know the pain of posing a sibling too soon. May the peace of Christ that surpasses all understanding comfort you, and may Brian rest in peace.
George Mead
March 17, 2011
The Mead family [George, Cheryl, Hanley and Georgie] share your sadness. We will pray for Brian and fondly hope for his eternal rest and comfort.
God bless the Olwells one and all.
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