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Mikayla Tester-Olson Obituary

Tester-Olson - Mikayla Nicole 'Mika' Mommy's Sweetie Girl Age 5, of St. Paul, tragically taken from all who loved her at the hand of her father, on September 5, 2004. Mika is preceded in death by great-grandma and grandpa Bauer and great-grandpa Germain. Precious daughter of Leigh Ann Olson; will always be loved by grandpa John Olson; grandma Bonnie Thoms; auntie Jo and uncle Keith; cousins Amanda, Jessica, C.J. and Haley; also survived by auntie Carol and uncle Frank, auntie Bev and uncle Don and their families; 'grandma Jan'; godmother auntie Kris; godmother Mary (Bob) and 'the boys'; auntie 'C'; Rosalie and Rosalie's kids; will be greatly missed by her 'brother' Smoke and other furry friends; Misty, Tiger and Ben; many other relatives and friends. Funeral service 11AM Thursday at THE O'HALLORAN & MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 575 S. Snelling Ave. (651) 698-0796. Visitation 10-11AM Thursday at the chapel. Private family burial. Memorials preferred. 'Heaven has mommy's princess as a brand new blonde angel. I will love you from here to infinity.' A memorial fund has been set up for Mikayla at First Federal Liberty office, 176 Snelling Ave. No., St. Paul.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 8, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Mikayla Tester-Olson

59 Entries

Katie McLafferty Winkler

September 28, 2004

Leigh Ann-

I haven't seen you in 20+ years -- but will always remember how nice and upbeat you were. The pictures of your little smiley Mikayla remind me of you. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this awful time. -Love Katie

colleen mcginn

September 21, 2004

Leigh Ann- There are no words-I'm so sorry. Take comfort in knowning you have the most beautiful little guardian angel looking over you. God bless you. If there is absolutely anything I can do for you please please let me know. 612-275-6723 A big hug to you and Kris

Keith, Jolene, CJ, Haley, Amanda and Jessica Your family

September 21, 2004

We love you.

Kris

September 19, 2004

Dear Leigh,

I know there is nothing I can say, or nothing I can do to ease your pain. Just know that I was very blessed and very honored the day Mikayla was born, and the day you asked me to be one of her Godmothers. It was truly an HONOR having that role in her life. Thank you so much Leigh!! Mikayla will never be away from us. She will live on in our hearts forever. We have so many treasured memories that nobody can take away. Little Mikayla could brighten up any room she walked into, and touched so many lives. Mikayla will never be forgotten Leigh. She just has a new role of being your guardian Angel. I love you Mikayla Nicole! I miss you, but I know you are with me each and every day. Again Leigh, THANK YOU so much for having me as her Godmother. I will treasure that forever.

Love, Kris

one last thought..."Which Princess do I look like today, Mom?"......

Mike Newton

September 17, 2004

Leigh Ann,

I was very sad to here of the loss of your daughter Mikayla. I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

I also want you to know that you and Mikayla are in my thoughts and my prayers.

God Bless you,

Mike

Deana

September 17, 2004

Dear Leigh Ann,

I met you a couple of times many years back through mutual friends.

I remember you as being pretty, kind and fun. I am so sorry that you are suffering the loss of your baby girl. My heart is heavy with so much saddness.

I truly doubt there could possibly be any words I could say to help ease your pain. Please know that you are in my heart as is your little Mikayla. I believe somehow, someway, you will find a way to come through this. Please find peace in knowing how much you are in my heart and thoughts, along with so many other people you know, as well as the many, many people you have never met.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Leigh Ann. I wish you peace and comfort.

God Bless you, with all my heart.

D.M.

Catherine Newton

September 16, 2004

Dear Leigh Ann,

Again I want to express how sorry I am for your tragic loss. We've known each other for years, so it is really easy for me to say how VERY SPECIAL you are.

You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly, your strength and courage is an inspiration.

We all know how much your precious Mikayla meant to you. Now this little angel, with long beautiful flowing hair and her mommy's smile looks down from heaven to watch over you, your family and friends.

Please know that I am here for you dear friend, ALWAYS...

Love You,

Catherine

Joe Roach

September 15, 2004

Dear Leigh Ann,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your daughter, Mikayla. We are all praying for you.

God bless you and yours,

Joe

Alyssa Grace

September 11, 2004

Leigh Ann,

This was a tragic thing that happened and I want you to know that she will always be with you. We are always here for you!

Ted and Jen Labey

September 10, 2004

We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.

Gretel Mears

September 10, 2004

I am a friend and co-worker with your sister Jolene and when I heard the news of your beautiful little girl I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you. She spoke of you two often and I know Mikayla will always be remembered by family and friends. May God, family/friends, and the love for Mikayla carry you through these difficult times.

mickayla okeefe

September 10, 2004

hi leigh and mikayla nicole,

this is mickayla from rosalies..i was so sad and shocked when i heard about mikayla.i'm so sorry for your loss. i loved mikayla so much she was the sweetest girl at rosalies. everyday when i'd come home from school to help rosalie and she'd be the first face i see to wake up from her nap. i will always remember her. she will be the little angel that i see when i go to sleep at night. i love her and will never forget her. jackie and i are putting a picture of her in a frame and putting it in our rooms so we'll see her always.

love always,

mickayla nicole okeefe

bev haffely

September 10, 2004

You don't know me but my little daughter Jenny just went to heaven on Aug.1 I just wanted to let you know that my prayers are with you. Losing our girls is so very hard. But keep your faith. My daughter was only 4 when she left.

bonnie benscoter

September 10, 2004

mmike tommy and gina- our family is full of sorrow for your loss. we didnt know mikayla, but we feel your loss.leigh, hold your memories dearly, and know you have an angel watching over you.this is a deep pain,and we are so very sorry for her passing.my sons knew the testers, and gina is a teacher at my grand daughters school.my sons ron, and rick are also truly feeling the need for prayers at this time.

Jan Coffman

September 9, 2004

I don't know you, but I want you to know that I am so sorry that you lost your little girl. Nothing I can say is adequate, so I just want you to know that I will pray that the Holy Spirit will minister to you during this time. God Bless

Micaela Smith

September 9, 2004

My Dearest Sympathy Leigh,

We have never met but our children had at the open house at randolph heights. I am so very sorry for your loss and I know that there are not any words to make you feel better.Just remember that god will watch over her know and she will watch over you! I know how hard it is to lose someone, my mother passed away 2 weeks ago today of cancer, she was only 43. I just want you to know that it will get better, I promise. Your little angel is so beautiful, and she will forever be. My prayers go out to you and your family!! Please be strong.

Sicerely, Micaela and the smith family

Jenny Wubben

September 9, 2004

Leigh,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I can not imagine the pain that you are feeling right now! Mikayla was such a beautiful, fun-loving girl! Jordan and Erica loved their Kayla! She will forever be in our hearts!!

Love,

Dan, Jenny, Jordan and Erica

Katie

September 9, 2004

Leigh,

I met you at Mikayla's school open house. Kaylee played with her and my husband and I walked around with you. I didnt know you or Mikayla very long, but Im terribly saddened by this, and want you to know that my family has you in their thoughts and prayers this past week and will continue to do so. Mikayla will always be with you and I know loves you very much.

Mary C.

September 8, 2004

I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. I pray you can find strength in God.

Bonnie Erickson

September 8, 2004

I saw your little girls picture today, in the paper. She was georgous. Such a beatiful angle, that God shared with you, and now that can keep you safe, from any harm. I cannot ever feel, the feelings of your loss. It was more than horrific, and terrible. My family and I have you in our prayers, and hold you close to our hearts. I'm sorry. Life is so precious, and so was your darling little girl.

Chik Chikeles

September 8, 2004

Dear Leah, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am holding you in my thoughts and prayers. I pray for your healing, comfort and strength through this time. My entire family has been touched by this and are praying for you as well.

In His grip!

SPPD Chaplain # 9

Pastor of Calvary Chapel Saint Paul

Mike and Julie Murphy

September 8, 2004

We have not seen your family in a long time and can only say you are in our prayers.

The Murphy's

Stephen Swannie

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann,

I am so stunned and saddened by your loss........

Please remember that your fellow workers are here for you.

Dianne Greeman

September 8, 2004

Leigh, I am one of Rosalie's Kids grandmas (Jordan & Erica & Dominic). I just saw Mikayla last Thursday afternoon as I picked up my grandkids. Mikayla, as always, was smiling, chatty. I will always see her in my minds eye that way, with the brightest, friendliest smile. She is safe in god's hands. I pray that you can find comfort and strength in Mikayla's essence, that will forever surround you in that smile.

leeann waterman

September 8, 2004

may Jesus hold all of you in his arms during this time, you are in my prayers and my heart. Heaven has another angel to be by your side

Carrie Plohasz

September 8, 2004

Dear Leigh,

When I first heard the news about your precious little girl there were... and still are NO words that could describe the pain in my heart I was feeling for what you must be going through.

I know it's been awhile for us keeping in touch with each other, but I have thought about you and Mikayla often. I remember when we first met and became friends. I knew you had a heart of gold, I could just feel it. You are a very special person and Mikayla was blessed to have you as her Mommie.

With every sunrise may you see her smiling down at you bringing God's light. And with every sunset, may you see her falling to sleep in the comfort of God's loving arms.

Mikayla... we will miss you, you are now an angel way before your time... Watch over "Smokie", your feisty "furry brother", but more importantantly, watch over your mother from the heavens up above and re-assure her through her dreams and memories of you that God loves her and God will be taking good care of you until you see each other again. Leigh, I'm here for you... night or day...

All My Love,

L Reeves

September 8, 2004

I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you.

Julie Deloye

September 8, 2004

Leigh, I never met you or your daughter but my prayers are with you and your family.. Your daughter is an angel now looking down at you. Be strong ...

Becky Pallas

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. Mikayla was such a sweet little thing. I know God is holding her. Please know that I am here if you need anything. Love, Becky

Maralee Knoll

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann,

I was shocked when I heard the story on the news. I was blown away when I found out it was your precious angel. I am sooo sorry for your loss. You need anything from me, they still know how to get ahold of me!! God Bless you. You will be in my prayers.

Darcy Metz

September 8, 2004

I am so sorry about your loss. There are thousands praying for you. I can't begin to imagine your pain, but hope that you will find comfort in your friends, your family and your treasured memories of your angel, Mikayla. God bless you Leigh Ann.

Maureen

September 8, 2004

My heart aches for your family on the loss of your beautiful little girl. May you find comfort knowing many people are praying for you . Your memories will carry you through and heaven is blessed with another precious angel.

Kathy Brzoska

September 8, 2004

Leigh, My heart and thoughts are with you and your family at this tragic time. I am the daycare provider for your sister, she has shared many wonderful stories over the years about Mikayla, So many people share in your loss and are keeping you in thier prayers.

Kathy's Daycare

Kevin Stokes

September 8, 2004

Dear Leigh-Ann, my most heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Our lives have been robbed of a beautiful and gifted young lady. My heart and soul go out to you in this time of severe greif. Please, please, please let me know what I can do to help you through this. Your little Angel will be in my thoughts, actions and prayers for the rest of my life.

Sincerely,

Kevin Stokes(All, Inc.)

RON MARKSTROM

September 8, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You are in my prayers.

Ed Burns

September 8, 2004

We have never met, but I am so sad for your tragic loss. Your daughter was a beautiful girl.

Ed Burns of Anoka

Ryan Rutzick

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann,

Our heart and sympathy go out to you and your family. We will all carry on the joy and happiness that Mikayla embodied. All of us at ALL love you dearly, and are there for you in this time of need.

Sue Nord

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann,

I am so sorry!!!!!!! I can only imagine your pain. Please know that she is with God now and she is now watching over you!

Sue

Anonymous Friend of Leigh Ann & Mikayla Olson

September 8, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you Leigh Ann as you send your heart and little girl to heaven before you.

I hope you find rest in the comfort of knowing that your sweetie will never suffer again and will be welcomed and embraced by the eternal joy, love and security that only the Lord can offer.

Everytime Mikayla comes to mind, its because the Lord has sent her back to you as a protector and a reminder of his love or better known as your **Guardian Angel**.....

Lynn Lackner

September 8, 2004

Leigh Ann ... it has been a while since we talked but when I heard the news my heart sank for you. My thoughts and prayers are always with you. Lynn Lackner

BECKIE COPELAND

September 8, 2004

LEIGH ANN: PLEASE KNOW YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I WAS INCREDIBLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF MIKAYLA'S PASSING.MY HEART ACHES FOR YOU & I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU.YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. SINCERELY, BECKIE @ BENEFITS INC & CLAIMS / LOCAL 1B

Mike and Cindy Marson

September 7, 2004

Dear Leigh, What can I say? Our heart goes out to you. I feel so very blessed to have known Mikayla and to have been a part of her life. I will miss my phone conversations with her, the pictures she colored for us, her wonderful smile and mostly her calling me "Auntie C".

She's one of God's Angels now and is looking down over all the people that Love her.

We made a lot of wonderful memories with her and will treasure them.

God will give you the strength to go on. Your family and friends will also be there for you.

You and Mikayla are a special part of our life. We will always be there for you. God Bless you and your family. Love, "Auntie C" and Mike.

Robin & Brad Wren

September 7, 2004

Leigh,

I also work with Kris and heard the sad news about Mikayla. I have never met Mikayla but I have heard so much about her through Kris. It breaks my heart. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious little girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please let us know if you need anything. God Bless You.

Liz Coyne

September 7, 2004

I was very fortunate to work at the day care that Mikayla went to. Mikayla was such a sweet, fun, and beautiful girl with many other great qualities.

Leigh, I am terribly sorry about your loss and I can only imagine what you are going through. My prayers are with you today and always.

Janell Wink

September 7, 2004

I too have never met this beautiful little girl or her mother but my heart goes out to Mikayla's mother! I know how the pain feels to loss a young child.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Leslie and Roger Meyer

September 7, 2004

Leigh,

Your little angel has deeply touched your life and many others. She will missed so very much.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God help you all to find comfort at this time.

Love, Leslie and Roger

Ruth Koljonen (Conway)

September 7, 2004

My heartfelt sympathies go out to Leigh and the Tester family to have had such tragdey and loss of life. May God go with you all.

Ruth

Shari Wagner

September 7, 2004

Leigh - I work with Kris and had met you a few times throughout the last couple of years. Mikayla will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Although your pain is greater than any words can describe, know in your heart that she is happy in heaven and will be watching over you - Let your daughters strength carry you through the days/weeks, months/ years ahead. If you need ANYTHING, please let me know.

Deb Freidel

September 7, 2004

Leigh, my heart breaks for you and your family. Mikayla was such a special little girl. I remember her warm hugs after seeing her and her smile. She was a sweetheart and the girls and I have wonderful memories of her. She will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you. Love, Deb and girls

Stacy Nelson

September 7, 2004

I never met Mikayla, but she looked like a beautiful little girl. She now rests in heaven - there to watch over the ones who loved her. Her spirit will always be with those who knew and loved her. What a senseless loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family.

Megan Leahy

September 7, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. You are in my prayers.

Therese Linscheid

September 7, 2004

How tragic and very sad. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Sheryl Frankel

September 7, 2004

To Mikayla's family,

I did not know Mikayla, but I just wanted you to know how so sorry I am for your little girl's loss.

May she rest in peace as she is now a little angel in heaven.

My sincere condolences,

Sheryl Frankel

Kristine DeLoye

September 7, 2004

We all love you very much

Youll always be in our hearts

Beth H

September 7, 2004

Lee,I work with Kris and had met you and Mikayla at Sesame Street Live a few years back and what a wonderful little girl she was.My heart was crushed hearing the news about your precious little girl.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and may she live in your heart forever.

Lisa DeLoye

September 7, 2004

We love you Mikayla and Leigh...The girls (amanda and Jessica) sure do miss you and think about you often. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know.

Bonnie Erickson

September 7, 2004

I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold you close during these days. And may your little angel, watch over you.

Ron and Diane Staeheli

September 7, 2004

May you feel God's

presence and know

His great love for you

because he too

shares in your sorrow.

With Sympathy

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