Richard Floyd Olney, 81, of Midland died peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2014 surrounded by family. He was born March 6, 1933, in Gaylord, to the late Floyd Lester and Helen (Mitchell) Olney.
He married Margaret "Peg" Johnson April 21, 1951 in Cadillac. She preceded him in death on Jan. 7, 2003 Richard worked for the Midland City Fire Department from 1957 to July of 1984 and retired as Captain. Richard was an avid golfer and cherished his time on the golf course. He also enjoyed the winters he spent in Phoenix, Ariz. Dick spent a lot of spare time watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren playing sports. He continued to volunteer at Midland High sporting events for many years. He also enjoyed spending time with his coffee club at the mall. Richard is survived by his three daughters, Sandy and Gary Marshall , Patti Olney, Jan and Mike Vasicek; one son, David Olney; one sister, Judy (Chuck) Durham; and one brother, Tom (Susan) Olney; and by his close friend, Edith Soles. He is also survived by grandchildren, Angie (Dan) Cullen, Geoff (Sara) Marshall, Eric (Melissa) Olney, Matt (Kim) Quehl, Adam Olney, Michael Vasicek, Nick Rolley, Ashley Vasicek; and great-grandchildren, Josh, Abby, Gabe, Jadyn, Mercedes, Serena, Ava, Connor, Carter and Connor. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2014 at the Smith-Miner Funeral Home, with Pastor Dan Youmans officiating. Visitation for Richard will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2014 from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will take place at Midland City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, and those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the Senior Services "Meals on Wheels" or Chippewa Nature Center. Online condolences can be given at smithminer.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
When I was a little shaver 12 years old I delivered papers at fire department in Cadillac and Richard was the kindest man ever and I have never forgot what a great guy he was.
Phil Johnson
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March 9, 2019
Jan and family, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I'm glad we moved to the neighborhood so I had a chance to meet and hang out with your family. Very fond memories. Our thought's and prayer's are with you and your family. God Bless.
Donna Robillard Graham, Shawn and Cody
March 21, 2014
Olney Family.... I am sorry for your loss. I will always be so very very grateful to Dick for leading me to some of my mother's cousins and for sharing with me a little bit about my mother's sister Peg . My mother's mother was Olive McCrea.
Small world...I did not know that Dick was a fireman ... my dad was a fireman too.
Even though we have never met, you are all very special to me.
Nancy Coan
March 20, 2014
Dick will be keenly missed. He was an awesome plant competitor and neighbor. His many kindnesses were an immeasurable gift! He wore the love for his family on his sleeve. I am sorry for your loss.
Brooke Swinney
March 20, 2014
I am sorry to hear this, Dick goes back to my very early years as a kid in Cadillac,i was just a kid delivering papers to fireman and he was always their to give me happy days. Good memories. Phil Johnson
March 20, 2014
Jan, Mike, Micheal,and Ashley - you are in my prays and my heart.
Marilyn & Steve Schumacher
March 17, 2014
Jan, Mike and Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a wonderful man. You are in our hearts and prayers. John and Leann Sugden
March 17, 2014
Captain Olney, I learned much from you during my early years on the MFD and admired the fact you were always honest with your people. Rest well in your last alarm...
Gary Humbyrd
March 16, 2014
Wish I could be with you all at this time. Will greatly miss you grandpa. We will see each other again.
Adam Olney
March 16, 2014
Jan and Mike and family so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a great guy. Rest in Peace "Captain Dick"
Mike and Nancy Kettelhohn
Nancy Kettelhohn
March 16, 2014
Sandy and Gary...So sorry to hear about your Dad. Just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you. Sorry for your loss. Jan Blenkhorn
March 16, 2014
I want to extend my sincere condolences to Dave Olney and the entire extended Olney family at the loss of your father and grandfather.
Tom Myers
March 16, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your father. Our family remembers him fondly. May God bless you and give you peace.
Annette & Bob Pierce
March 15, 2014
jan and family... so sorry to hear about your father's passing... remembering fondly all the good memories of lots of good times with your family while growing up on carpenter... may the lord wrap you in his arms at this time and give you peace... peace be with you... love, shawn swenson weckesser
shawn weckesser
March 15, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. May you find comfort by drawing close to God in prayer. Also may your fond memories bring you comfort. James 4:8
March 15, 2014
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