Loretta Ruth Olson Obituary (1944

Loretta Ruth Olson, was brought home peacefully to the Lord on October 21, 2015. Loretta, or Grandma Honey as she was known to her grandchildren, was the Rock of our family. She taught us all strength, love and individuality. She knew absolutely everything and knew how to do everything and how to take care of everyone. She was an amazing artist, with her quilting, fabric snowdying, weaving, and photography. She loved nature and animals, and had the most amazing garden and orchard. She loved her animals and took care of every stray in the neighborhood. Her favorite hobby was birdwatching and had thousands of photos from her many birdwatching trips. Loretta was an amazing cook, who could cook any kind of dish from anywhere in the world and it would be wonderful. Loretta was an incredible wife, mother and grandmother, who's heart and love shaped everyone in our family. She will be dearly, dearly missed by all. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Lee Olson, Children; Eric and Marla Olson, Audrey Olson, Greg and Tanya Kuhlmann. Her grandchildren; Ashley and Tristan Kuhlmann, Michael and Stacy Martin, and great grandchildren Crystal, Gabriel and Declan Martin. Her father, David Burns, siblings; Doug and Bonnie Burns, Bruce Burns and Becky Burns. She is preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Burns. The family would like to thank Dr. Vicki Jones, Joyce and all the wonderful staff at North Star Lodge for helping her with her journey. Great appreciation is expressed for the wonderful paramedics at ALS. Our thanks and gratitude to Dr. Brueggemann and nurse Tawny at Memorial ER for their compassionate care during a very difficult time. The family wants to especially thank the wonderful and compassionate care at Cottage in the Meadow, Dr. Waber, nurse Valorie, Melanie, nurse Gayle, Gladys and Mary. They made Mom's journey a peaceful and comfortable one.