It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Edwin Olsen on July 14th, 2024 in Ottawa, ON. Larry passed away peacefully in his 73rd year, surrounded by his wife, after a courageous battle with cancer at the Queensway Carleton Hospital.
Larry was born on August 5th, 1950 in Bayfield, NB to parents Edwin Olsen and Shirley (Allen) Olsen.
Larry spent his early years in Bayfield, NB. He joined the Canadian army as a boy soldier under the Soldier Apprentice Program at 16. He served in various units until he retired as a Master Warrant Officer. After which he worked as a public servant until his retirement in 2022.
Larry met his wife, Shana in 1984, courting her over the next couple of years that led to marriage and a loving relationship over 40 years. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Shana and their son, Jeffrey and grandson, Noah. He is survived by his brother John, Richard, Wayne, Tony and sisters Deborah, Janice and Angela.
Larry loved to BBQ with friends and family with many warm memories over the years. He was known for his delightful hamburgers which friends and family called “Larry’s famous hamburgers.”
Larry will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Thank you to all who have met, cared for and loved our Larry.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial service on Friday, July 26th at 1pm at Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON).
In lieu of flowers, we would ask that you direct your time and money to various good causes throughout your own community or any contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society and the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Katherine Bridger
Michelle Brunet
I'm so sorry for you loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sue Preece
Very sorry for your loss Shana. i just hope you are doing well.
Christopher Wiles
Shana, So sorry to hear about Larry's passing. May you and your extended family find comfort in the many fond memories that you share and the steadfast support of your families and friends.
Rodger Purcell
Dear Shana,
I want you to know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this challenging time. May you find peace, comfort, and the love you need in the days ahead. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Tapati Datt
Dear Shana,
My deepest sympathies to you and family. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless Larry’s departed soul and give you strength to endure the pain.
Navraj Singh Dhaliwal
Hi Shana, Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Wishing you peace, comfort and courage in this time of sorrow. (RIP Larry)
Brenda Wall
Sincere sympathy to the family Larry will be greatly missed
Love your cousins from the East Coast
Bob Mackie
Shana, I'm so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sunil Shahane
My deepest sympathy to you Shana and your family. Larry was a kind hearted man who will be missed. I will always remember our breakfasts together at Gabriel, our chats and laughs with him. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time...
Shana, my deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family. My he Rest in Peace and you and your family cherish all the loving memories forever.