Arlene Mary Olson, 87 passed away March 16, 2016. Arlene was born on Dec. 5, 1928 in Minneapolis MN, daughter of the late Alexander Schauer and Martha Slepica Schauer.
Arlene was a court transcriber in Chicago IL and Clearwater, FL. Arlene was a lady with many passions. She loved socializing with family and friends. Sewing was a large part of her life and she was a member of the American Sewing Guild since 1997. She belonged to both Safety Harbor “Loose Threads” and Palm Harbor “Skipped Stitches” sewing groups. Arlene was very compassionate and volunteered for Suncoast Hospice. Family was high priority and she kept in touch between visits by following them on Facebook everyday. Arlene was an avid fisherman, reader and football fan. Throughout her life she traveled the globe and enjoyed dining out with family and friends. Arlene was vibrant, fun loving, independent, adventurous, and a genuine true lady.
She was preceded by Donald P. Olson (husband), and Larry P. Olson (son).
She is survived by Laurie A. Olson, Suzanne M. Borrhello (Robert), Michele L. Simons (John), John D. Olson (Tammi), 10 grandchildren Samantha Olson, Ahren Olson, Lindsay Olson, Matthew Borrhello, Brian Borrhello, Jason Penick, Jessica Penick, Jennifer Simons, Jamie Taylor, David Olson and 13 great-grandchildren Grant Olson, Lucy Olson, Matthew Penick, Hailey Penick, Julianna Warcholek, Brianna Maniates, Alexander Maniates, Aaydeen Maniates, Dustin Taylor, Jeffrey Taylor, David Taylor, Ariella Penick and Annabelle Wedekind.
In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made to Suncoast Hospice in Palm Harbor Florida. www.thehospice.org/donate in memory of Arlene Olson.
Michele and family, I am so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love,Joanie and Bob
Arlene was one of the most loving, open-minded & adventurous people we’ve ever had the absolute great fortune to know & love well.
Through our lives – good & bad times, she was a rock for our entire Family.
She leaves behind her beautiful smile & spirit. Our Family has lost a dear, dear Friend. We are so much more because she blessed our lives. We and the world are lessened today with her passing. We will never forget Arlene.
We will miss your smile and loving attitude!
Love,
Your Friends at Safety Harbor Recreation
Sue and Bob,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. What a beautiful life she lived. We will keep you and your family in our prayers!