Oral P. Olson

Oral P. Olson, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away on October 24, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on December 24, 1925, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of David and Elizabeth Schoen Hanes. Oral married Robert Olson on September 23, 1950, in Chicago, and together they embarked on a life filled with love and family.

Oral was dedicated to her work as a secretary for the Wheaton School System until her retirement, after which she relocated to Mountain Home in 1985. Her faith was an integral part of her life; she was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, where she volunteered extensively, particularly with the Stevens Ministry. Additionally, Oral enjoyed spending time at the Twin Lakes Gun Club, participating in the sport of shooting, and shared her passion for learning as a library volunteer in the local schools.

She is lovingly remembered by her son, Steven Olson; daughters, Gail (John) Millner and Lynn (Brian) McKenna; her brother, Gerald Hanes; and her four grandchildren: Christopher (Sarah) Millner, Elizabeth McKenna, Becky (Dan) Tilley, and Kate (Nick) McKenna-York. Oral also cherished her time with her four great-grandchildren, Ellis, Mae, Theo, and Alexander. Oral is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert, and her two brothers, Harold and Marvin Hanes.

A Memorial Service to honor Oral's life will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with Reverend Kevin McReynolds officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest at Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery in Mountain Home, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Ozarks. The family is grateful for the support they have received during this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services, with an online obituary and guestbook available at www.kirbyandfamily.com.