Phyllis Marie "Pippi" Oleson

Mrs. Phyllis Marie “Pippi” Oleson, age 66 of Jonesboro passed away April 17, 2022. Mrs. Oleson was an adventurous person with the prettiest blue eyes and was quite the “handyman.” She always had a song on her heart and was a dear mother and friend to all. She loved her family. Her hobbies included traveling, sewing and serving others including her family, church members, friends, and always saw the good in people. Mrs. Oleson was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Jonesboro Ward where she served in numerous callings including Young Women Presidency counselor, Young Women President, Relief Society Presidency, Seminary teacher and Primary Presidency Counselor.  She was preceded in death by her parents: Herschel and Annie Lou Gilbert and her sisters: Rebecca Lynn Smith and Patricia Yvonne Bergh. She is survived by her husband of 40 years: Merlin Oleson, children: Nicholas Brian Oleson of Utah, Evan Michael Oleson of Jonesboro, Dana Marie Oleson of Jonesboro, Stacey Leigh Oleson of Utah, Parley Van (Amelia) Oleson of NV., Shannon Oleson Walter of FL. and Phillip Blake (Erin) Oleson of Kennesaw, brother: John Martin (Melanie) Gilbert of Stockbridge, sister: Alice (Chris) Lundahl of AZ., grandchildren: Kali Price, Jackson Oleson, Kristen Oleson, Carson Oleson, Nathan Walter and Greyson Oleson, great-grandchildren: Logan and Micah. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 22, 2022 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Jonesboro Ward with Bishop William Kirkland officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, April 21, 2022 at the funeral home.