Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Olson Jr., Andrew "Andy" September 6, 2022
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Ionia Shopper's Guide-Sat.September 17, 2022

                                      OLSON

Andrew Olson jr., a devote father and husband, a loving grandfather and great-
grandfather, and a friend to all, age 96, of Saranac, passed away peacefully on 
Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

Andrew was born on August 21, 1926, the son of Andrew,Sr., and Sarah Sophia in 
Port Allegany, Pennsylvania. After graduating high school in Pennsylvania, Andy 
enlisted in the Navy Reserve to serve his country during World War II. He was 
assigned to the USS Norton Sound, a seaplane tender that participated in the 
Battle of Okinawa and then helped return US soldiers home once VJ Day was 
declared.By the time his enlistment ended in 1952, he went to college on the GI 
Bill and earned a promotion to Lieutenant. He proudly  graduated from Bucknell 
University in 1949, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. He used this 
degree to begin working at RCA in the accounting department, before 
transitioning to Sales and ending his highly successful career as an executive 
with the company. Andrew married the love of his life, Elaine, in 1954, and 
their only daughter Jan was born in 1955.

Andrew enjoyed golfing, proudly displaying his hole-in-one commemorations in the 
farmhouse kitchen.He liked following the stock market, and spent much of his 
time tracing his genealogy back to distant cousins in Sweden. But Andy's 
favorite pastime was his open-door policy. whether he was wintering in Sun City 
West, Arizona or on the farm, anyone was welcome as long as they knocked hard 
enough on the door. He enjoyed talking about anything to anyone; newcomers were 
always asked where they were from and who they were related to, and Grandpa 
showed a keen interest in their occupations and lives.He also loved taking care 
of the farm; mowing the property and giving tours of all the buildings were a 
highlight of his day. The farm is quieter without his presence now.

Andrew was preceded in death by his loving parents Andrew and Sara Olson; adored 
wife, Elaine, daughter, Jan Olson; brother, Eric Olson; and Sister Margaret 
Bright.

He is survived by his grandsons, Matt (Rachel) Villa of Palatine, Illinois; and 
Jeff (Kelly) Vella of Lexington, Kentucky; his three great-grandchildren, 
Taylor, Millie, and Olivia; as well as numerous nieces nephews, cousins and 
extended family throughout the Midwest.

A time for visiting and sharing memories will be held from 11:0 PM, followed by 
a short memorial service on Saturday,September 17th, at the Lake Funeral Home in 
Saranac. A private graveside service will take place at the Saranac Cemetery. 
Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com. A reception will 
immediately follow at the Boston Saranac Historical Society to celebrate Andys 
life and legacy.

Additional Comments:
Saranac Cem.
World War II 
Navy Reserve

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