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Jean Ohlson Obituary
Jean Ohlson passed away with family by her side on October 26, 2010.
She was born and raised in Spokane, WA, the middle daughter of H.R. and Winnie Fisher, and moved to California with her family in 1940. She lived the past few years at The Vistas in Redding with her husband of 68 years, Robert Ohlson. The Ohlsons raised their three daughters in Burlingame and enjoyed summers in the redwoods near Boulder Creek. Jean volunteered locally, and worked as a school secretary in elementary schools in San Mateo. In 1984, following retirement, the Ohlsons moved to Chico for 15 years of country living before moving to Redding in 1999.
Jean is survived by husband Robert and her three daughters and their husbands: Barbara and Mark Condon of Igo, Tori and Dick Parks of Redding, and Kathy and Chris Hartzell of Larkspur. The Ohlsons' extended family includes six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Jean will be remembered for her loving, compassionate nature and keen sense of social justice. Her home and family, her dogs, and music were ever closest to her heart. Even as her memory faded, she always had a song to brighten the day.
Memorial services will be private. Contributions may be made in her honor to The Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean Ohlson
November 9, 2010
Dearest Bob, Kathy, Barbara and Tori,
Steve and I loved Jean very much. We would always visit with her every time we were at the Vistas and would always sing with her. You knew by your first introduction to her that she was a very kind-hearted woman, a very good mother who loved her family very much, and also wasn't afraid to speak her mind. Jean always made me happy and she also made my mom, Bessey, happy also. They would sing together and chat during the day. Jean always talked about her beloved girls, and we are very happy to know each and every one of you, not to mention your loving father, Bob. What a remarkable family you have. I will personally miss Jean very much for I loved singing with her and talking with her, and just looking at her kind face and into her eyes, just admiring the love and kindness of her heart that shined so brightly. We understand and know your sorrow, and we are so sorry for your loss. We are honored to have known your mom and your family. Steve and Janel Mosconi
Maureen
November 8, 2010
Befriending Jean in these last few years of her life was such a pleasure. I can only imagine how delighted she had always been, based on how caring and sweet she was to me. What a wonderful women. I will miss her.
Nayla Byxbe
November 6, 2010
Sending loving thoughts to the family
Tori Parks
November 6, 2010
My mom was my best friend! She was there for me for 53 years
Joanne Lobeski-Snyder
November 6, 2010
My condolences to all of Jean's family. Her "compassionate nature and keen sense of social justice" and her love of music are alive and thriving in her children and their children.
November 6, 2010
Jean will always be remembered. I will miss her singing. She stayed beside the piano everytime I lead the singing with the residents at The Vistas and she has a lovely voice. My warm Condolences to the Bereaved Family. -- Thelma Lacanilao, Resident Assistant, The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, Redding, CA
Janet Schaller
November 5, 2010
Jean will be truly missed at the Vistas. She always dressed so darn cute and had a matching necklace every day. She loved to talked to you about... everything. I will miss her singing, her smile and her gentle touch. The Vistas will just not be the same without Dear Jean.
Kay Hettich
November 5, 2010
A lovely tribute! I consider myself privileged to have met Jean several years before her decline. I have fond memories of her hospitality, her enthusiasm about our recorder-playing, her love of singing, and her ever-welcoming greeting even in the years at The Vistas. My deepest sympathy to all the family at this time. Sincerely, Kay Hettich
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