Richard Neil Olson |
| Posted 2024-07-07 by mhenderson |
| Published by Today's News Herald on Jul. 7, 2024 - Lake Havasu City, Arizona - Richard Neil Olson had the ability to fix anything. Born on October 30, 1936 in Los Angeles, Rick spent much of his early years on the family ranch. Upon turning seventeen he enlisted in the US Navy and served during the Korean War, an experience and decision that he would always refer to as among the greatest in his life. Upon his return, Rick attended some university and traveled before heading to Wyoming looking for a life outside of busy Los Angeles in 1962. Rick settled in Jackson and quickly found work as a mechanic and met his soon-to-be wife Katharine Olson. They married in 1971, and their daughter Genevieve was born in 1974. He worked at various locations throughout the valley, always making his mark in the world of repairs. Rick spent much of his life tinkering in his barn and always enjoyed the challenge of fixing something that others would have just replaced. He worked on anything that had a motor and was often sought out by friends and family to help and offer advice with everything from the simple to the most difficult of repairs. Upon retirement Rick and Kathy began traveling to Lake Havasu City, AZ to escape the long winters in Jackson. He loved lounging in the sun whenever he could, his favorite spots being his front porch in Jackson that overlooked a portion of Flat Creek, or next to his pool in the backyard in Havasu looking out onto the lake. He enjoyed playing golf where he was a tough competitor, hunting and fishing, exploring a dirt trail in the mountains or desert on his ATV, and he loved having his dog "pal" Diamond by his side all the time. Rick loved to spend much of his time with his close friends, always eager to talk about his daughter, son in- law, and grandsons. Richard Neil Olson passed on June 24th, 2024 in Jackson, WY, a husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be missed for his jokes and crisp wit, and his praising pats on the back. |
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