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Daniel Olmstead Obituary
6/14/1958 - 2/6/2024
Pleasant Lake
Daniel D. Olmstead, age 65, died unexpectedly on February 6th, 2024, in Florida. He was born on June 14, 1958.
Dan (affectionately known as "Pipi", "Boone" or "Hammer") was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Dan graduated from East Lansing High School where he was a standout in baseball and hockey. He attended Ferris State where he lettered in hockey. Softball and golf became his sports passions after college. Anyone who knew Dan, knew he bled "Green" and had two favorite sports teams; MSU and anyone who played Michigan! The competitive spirit between him and his brother "Doc" never wavered; yet "Doc" will forever be his idol and "best friend".
Dan retired after 25 years with the Michigan Department of Corrections, specifically the G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility (Jackson, MI). During his tenure, he earned the honor of being Officer of the Year at the facility level.
Surviving Dan is his wife Cindy, daughter Tori (Wayne), granddaughters Brianna and Lauren, brother Dennis "Doc" (Diane); nieces Angie, Amanda (Jerrod) and nephew Michael (Lyndsay), great nieces Reese, Amara and great nephew Hudson, his beloved Aunt Mary Lou and Uncle Ed Aguzzi, close cousins Jeff (Karla) and Kenny, many more cousins, and honorary nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father George and mother Doris. FAMILY was everything to Dan, as was his many special and dearest FRIENDS.
The memories we hold dear of how generous, kind and special a man he was is his gift to all of us. Dan will forever remain in our hearts.
Dan's wishes were to be cremated, have a Celebration of Life, and one last event at the "Farm". Further details to be announced.
To leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com.
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Margo Malott Jardien
August 21, 2024
I just learned of Dan´s passing. Danny lived down the street from me, our fathers worked together and he was like a younger brother to me. Thoughts and prayers for your family, I know that he had to have been an amazing family man. I know he is missed.
Cary Gross (Johnson)
February 23, 2024
Dan is the "Hero" in many of the Level 4 stories I have heard over the years. One of the guys you wanted there when things went bad. When I was a rookie I was scared of him. It wasn´t until he finally talked to me about his family that I finally got to see what a wonderful man he really was. Rest in peace Dan. You are remembered fondly.
Jim Hidlay
February 21, 2024
Dan was my favorite hockey teammate from the 76 ELHS hockey team. Big reason we won the league championship over LCC who went on to win the state championship. Dan didn´t care how good you were, you were a teammate and he treated you that way. And, he took care of business on the ice. Rest in peace my friend.
Janice Paulson
February 21, 2024
Dan was one of a few really good Men. I´ll remember him in his flannel shirt, with a great big grin.Janice Paulson
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