Jack Morgan Olmstead
1933 - 2021
Jack Morgan Olmstead was born April 30, 1933 to Rex and Viola in Checotah, Oklahoma. Not long after, the family packed up and moved to Sacramento, California where he was raised. Jack, along with many of his family members found their way to Hoberg's Resort to find work. Here he met his wife Betty. They married and raised three children in Napa. Jack had a long career in the California Highway Patrol. He met and married his wife Barbara and picked up the handle "Doc" from his visits to her work at the Queen of the Valley Hospital.
Upon retirement he and Barbara moved to Chico. Jack enjoyed reading and crossword puzzles, but his true passion was his beautiful property. He loved gardening and it showed in how everything flourished at his touch.
Jack was predeceased by his stepson Frank Muratori. He is survived by his wife Barbara, his children, Larry Olmstead, Jackie Strasburg, Sherry Bonds, Ralph Muratori and James Muratori, along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jacks remains will be interred at Lakeside Memorial Lawn in Folsom, CA. Those wishing to pay respects may donate to California Highway Patrol Widows and Orphans Fund.