Kenneth-Olson-Obituary

Kenneth Olson

Spokane, Washington

09/01/1951 - 08/03/2010

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Spokane, Washington
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American Cancer Society

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OLSON, Kenneth R. Passed away on August 3rd, 2010 at home with his loving longtime companion, Mary Lou Franzese by his side. Ken was born in Coeur d'Alene September 1st, 1951 to Bob and Shirlee (Pence) Olson. Heattended Bryan Elementary and was active in scouting which resulted in a...

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Dear Bob, Shirlee, Ginny, and Mary Lou:
What can I say about Ken...he was a free spirit with a huge heart who genuinely cared about people. But you already know that.

Ken had sent a sympathy card after my father passed away last year. He cared enough to locate my sisters and I to send his condolences knowing that we would be going through a difficult time. I later was able to get in contact with Ken and we had a great conversation and the years that had elapsed since we...

Dear Bob, Shirlee, & Ginny,
I am so sorry and so sad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ken was my first love. I have wonderful memories of my years with him at Priest Lake.
Those bright blue eyes and that engaging smile.

He was always planning something fun. We'd jump on his motorcycle, swing by the Indian Creek Store pick up a box of donuts, then ride up the mountain to the fire station look-out tower to share coffee and donuts with the ranger. We often visited...

Dear Bob and Shirlee, Our hearts are with you, but surely Ken is in a far better place in His arms. My wife and I worked at Priest Lake with Ken when we first met at Indian Creek Campground. As Bill Cosby once said our minds remain at that 20 year old place even though our frames are at 60 and I'm glad to say Ken is part of ours. You raised a wonderful son and we were blessed to have him as a friend. Bill and Cindy Carroll

Dear Bob and Shirley, please accept my sincere condolences. You are in my prayers during this difficult time.