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Gladys Olson Obituary
84 of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2011. Gladys is survived by her three children John (Cindi), Donna (Terry Shreve), Peggy (Jose Soto), and six grandchildren. She graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN, in 1948. She loved her life in the Arizona sunshine and was a tireless volunteer for seniors in the Scottsdale community. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching games at Duke's Sports Bar. A memorial service will be held at Alma Lutheran Church, Mead, Nebraska, on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Contributions can be made to The Foundation for Sustainable Senior Centers in Scottsdale (The Foundation), 1700 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257.
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Liz & Bob Laidman
May 17, 2011
We are missing Gladys here at the Granite Reef Senior Center Food Program. We just can't believe she's gone. Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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