Francis O. Olson — UPDATED
Francis Olaf Olson, age 88, of Milford, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at home. He was born Jan. 1, 1936, the son of Theodore and Alta Olson in Starke County, Indiana.
On Oct. 10, 2007, he married Audrey (Woodward) Fulmer in Milford. He is survived by his wife, Audrey Olson, of Milford; three daughters, Beth Feiler, of Goshen, Dawn (Bud) Webb, of Nappanee, and Vicki (Dan Miller) George, of Nappanee; stepchildren, Lisa (Larry) Brady, of Francesville, and Kevin (Janine) Fulmer, Medaryville; seven grandchildren and six step-grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren and eight step-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Cairine Sewell, in 1999; and two great-grandchildren, Avian Fulmer and Luretta Fulmer.
Francis retired from United Telephone Systems after more than 30 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Chapter 414, in Bremen. Francis enjoyed going to flea markets and tractor shows all over with Audrey and collected antique tractors. He also loved to go out for breakfast with his cronies.
A graveside service will be held for Francis at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Alara Hospice.
Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Milford, is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at mishlerfhcc.com.