Monica Marie (Bogus) Olson, 82, of Manistee, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility.
She was born on Jan. 25, 1937, in Ludington, daughter of the late Theodore and Harriet (Lewicki) Boguszewski. She attended St. Stanislaus Grade School and St. Simon High School in Ludington.
On Aug. 30, 1958, Monica married Harlan L. Olson at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Ludington. He preceded her in death on Aug. 7, 1993. Monica was a homemaker and gracious host. She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish (St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Shrine Church) of Manistee, past member of the Rosary Society, and also taught CCD classes. She loved attending Mass, listening to Polish and Latin hymns, watching EWTN, cooking, baking and spending time with family and friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Olson, of Manistee; son, Harlan, Jr. (Jennifer), of Ludington, son Jim (Mary) of Buckley; grandchildren Andrea Girardin, Joe Hunt, Dalton Olson, Luke Olson, and Adam Olson; great-grandchildren Isaac, Logan, Haley, Taylor and Hayden; sister, Caroline Fisher, of Ludington; numerous nieces and nephews; and dear friend, Pauline Chick.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Victoria (Sissy) Piotrowski, Barbara Schroeder, Frances Kolanowski, Josephine (Bushie) Carlson; and brother, Theodore Bogus Jr.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2019, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Manistee. Final internment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery also in Manistee. The family will be at the church to receive family and friends from 3-5 p.m. on Sunday, March 24 and will pray the rosary at 4:45 p.m. The family will also be at the church one hour prior to Monica's funeral Mass on Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Monica's memory may be directed to Manistee County Medical Care Facility. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and will be available at the church on Sunday and Monday.
The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements. Visit herbertfh.com.
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Jaimie Luomala
March 25, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Monica's passing. She was such a sweet and caring woman! I was grateful to be able to care for her with her time at the medical care. Prayers to your family.
Steven Winters
March 21, 2019
I'm sorry for your lost Big Jim and Big Har. My condolences to the rest of the family as well.
Janet Bogus
March 21, 2019
My condolences to the Olson family on the passing of your mother Monica. May she rest on peace.
Patricia Steward
March 21, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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