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Emma Olgin Obituary
She was born May 18, 1927 in El Paso and raised in Big Spring by her parents Santos and Domitila Chavez Parras. She loved dancing so much that she and her husband established Las Palmas Ballroom in Midland. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Emma loved shopping for clothing and jewelry and especially loved playing bingo. She lived for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwardo Ramon 'Lalo' Olgin and her parents.
Emma is survived by daughters, Florinda and husband Genaro Chavez of Austin, Gloria and husband Bill Kirkwood of Midland, Captain Rosario Olgin of Midland and Susanna and husband Cesario Gonzales of Keller; sons, Orlando and wife Dianna Olgin from Lytle, Eddie R. Olgin, Jr. of San Antonio, and Samuel and wife Debbie Olgin of Grand Prairie; step-son, Eduardo 'Lalito' Olgin of Midland; brothers, Sammy and wife Francis Alvarado of Englewood, CO and Phil Mondoza of El Paso; sisters Ruth Del Rio of Denver, CO and Celia and husband Carlos Bejerano of Austin; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorials be directed to Our Lady of Guadalupe, PO Box 7, Midland, Texas 79702.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Cpt Rosario Olgin
February 28, 2009
To My Dear beloved Brothers & Sisters
I am happy to let you all know I feel a great sense of Peace and Joy with Jesus to know that Mom is with him and Dad and I have no regrets Because I feel my Prayers and Mom's Prayers where answered. There is no more Pain and no more suffering only Love,Joy and Peace . Thank You Father God in Jesus name I pray Amen.
Israel & Dolores Segovia
February 6, 2009
Gloria my prayers are with you and your family. I enjoyed taking care of your mother when I still lived in Midland, I was one of her home health nurses. Be happy for her, she is at peace now.
Odelia & Rudy Mendoza and Kimberly Miskimmin
February 5, 2009
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go to all of you. May God heal and strengthen your hearts during this trying time. God Bless you.
Brandi (Torres) Grismore
February 5, 2009
The Olgin Family,
I'm truly saddened by your loss. My condolences to all of you. I pray that God will heal your hearts during this time.
Dolores Hernandez
February 3, 2009
Gloria, my prayers and thoughts are with you in this trying time. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and for your children the loss of their grandmother.
Orfa and Dexter Olgin
February 3, 2009
The Olgin family,
Our most heartfelt condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very trying time. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Sulema Estrada
February 3, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Our hearts goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Ben & Jessica Rubio
February 3, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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