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Richard Harry Olson
November 16, 1940 — September 21, 2020
Richard Harry Olson passed away on September 21, 2020 at the age of 79. He was born on November 16, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was a long-time resident of Cypress, California.
He is survived by his wife Judith, son Dean Olson and a daughter Deborah Drantch, as well as grandchildren Garrett, Melynda, Hannah and Ethan. Richard will always be remembered for being a loving, and devoted husband and father. He was an active member in his church, serving as council president. He was an all-around handyman. In his early life he was involved in Boy Scouts from Cubs to Eagle Scout. He then went on to Explorers and was a scout master for many years.
Richard and his wife of 58 years enjoyed many adventures, cruising to many countries and visiting the U.S.
Richard was a retired Captain of the Los Angeles City Fire Department serving for nearly 38 years. He was known as “Oly” by his firefighter family.
He is survived by his wife Judith, son Dean Olson and a daughter Deborah Drantch, as well as grandchildren Garrett, Melynda, Hannah and Ethan. Richard will always be remembered for being a loving, and devoted husband and father. He was an active member in his church, serving as council president. He was an all-around handyman. In his early life he was involved in Boy Scouts from Cubs to Eagle Scout. He then went on to Explorers and was a scout master for many years.
Richard and his wife of 58 years enjoyed many adventures, cruising to many countries and visiting the U.S.
Richard was a retired Captain of the Los Angeles City Fire Department serving for nearly 38 years. He was known as “Oly” by his firefighter family.
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