Barbara F. Olson Obituary (1933 - 2008)

Barbara F. Olson, 74, died peacefully with family at her side after a long illness on September 14, 2008, at Mt. St. Joseph Nursing Home. Barbara graduated from the Maine School of Practical Nursing with an LPN degree. She worked in the medical field in the greater Waterville area for many years. She loved spending time with her family, and most of all, Paul, her husband of 57 years, and the love of her life. Barbara loved people and treasured her friendships. She always had a special place in her heart for animals in need. Barbara will be remembered fondly for her kind and giving spirit. Barbara is survived by her husband, Paul Olson, of Waterville; daughter, Cheryl Brown and her husband, Gary, of Manchester, NH; daughter, Karen Bartlett and her husband, Bill, of Lisbon, CT; daughter, Paula Olson of Waterville; son, Eric Olson, his wife, Mary, and grandson, Garrett, of Waterville; daughter, Marianne Nieto and husband, Jorge, of San Diego, CA; and other grandchildren, Kim, Nathan, Ehren, and Sophia; and great grandchildren, Mikayla, Abbie, and Eli. The family wishes to sincerely thank Mt. St. Joseph Nursing Home, Beacon Hospice, and special family friends, Lynette, and Melody, for their wonderful and compassionate care over the past years. Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville is in charge of arrangements. There will be no calling hours or memorial service. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either Mt. St. Joseph Nursing Home, Highwood St.,Waterville or to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901 in her memory.