Patricia Ann Olsen

Patricia Ann Olsen obituary, Virginia Beach, VA

Patricia Ann Olsen

Patricia Olsen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Family Choice Funerals & Cremations on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Patricia Ann Olsen, born on June 26, 1937, in Greenville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at the age of 88.
Patricia was the oldest of four children: Lauralee, Larry and Loretta. She grew up on a Michigan farm and married David Ludy at the age of 18. She was a loving mother to her four beautiful children: Colleen, Scott, Craig, and Kimberly and moved to Seattle, Washington.
She dedicated many years of her life to serving her church as a secretary and a secretary with Mt. Baker Housing and Rehab. Patricia was known for her diligence and warm presence. Her commitment to her work and her community was a testament to her character and values.
She spent many years with her daughter, Kim, in Eastern Washington where she met and married her second husband, Tom Olsen. After Tom's passing, she eventually came to live with her daughter, Colleen, in Virginia Beach and spent her last few years enjoying their time together, making friends, and getting to know her grandchildren, Alex and Haven.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Olsen, her daughter, Kimberly Schrier and her parents, Floyd and Mabel Holmden. Patricia is survived by her devoted daughter, Colleen Spirelis and sons, Scott Ludy and Craig Ludy who will carry forward their mother's legacy of kindness and strength.
Patricia will be deeply missed by all who knew her, and her memory will be cherished by her family and friends. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Patricia, please visit our floral store.

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