Jack Robert Olson

Jack Olson, 81, passed away on July 24, 2007 in his home surrounded by those that love him. He fought a strong and courageous battle with cancer. As he passed the fireworks started and he went out with a bang, just like he said he would. He was born on February 22, 1926, in Sandusky, Ohio to John Aloysius Garvey and Hazel Ruth Finke. He married June Wheadon in 1952. They brought one another 55 years of happiness.
Jack entered the United States Air Force and served his country until November 9th, 1945. He did what he loved most of his life, building houses and cabins in the mountains. He worked for Aerographics for many years. He thought the world of everyone he worked with, especially his boss, Stan, who was so very generous to Jack and June. Jack really enjoyed the golfing, poker and parties at work. He talked about them often, even after he retired. Jack loved the outdoors, he and June would go camping every chance they had. He loved fishing and walking in the mountains. He loved the look and smell of the pine trees. His favorite thing to do was to sit around a campfire telling stories and jokes. He was always making people laugh. He loved a good joke and told many himself. He was always full of compliments and great advice for anyone that needed help. He was a very strong man and had strong moral and family values. Jack helped so many people over the years, especially those closest to him. He had so much wisdom. He would just sit and listen if that was what you needed. His example and devotion to his family was evident in all he did. He was a builder of character, encouraging others to see their potential. Jack was a loving friend to many, and will be greatly missed. We all hope we can live up to his example.
Jack was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, June; Brother Don; Sister Betty (Bob) and nieces Linda and Wendy. Son Mike Thrall (Lovenna); daughter Susie Larsen; grandchildren Scott Nygaard (Laura); Beckie Nielsen / Hanners (Larry); Janet Kohler; Debbie Thrall; Mark Thrall (Paula); Shari Thrall; Jamie Hill (Jeremy); Chris Thrall; great-granddaughter Saesha that was always his favorite and helped him so much over his last couple of years; great-grandson Steven that sat continuously by his side holding his hand his last couple of days; Liam, (Billy Jack) who brought him so much joy the last 10 months, he talked about him all the time; 19 other great grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren and his favorite little dog, Tiny.
At Jack's request there will be no funeral or viewing as he wished to be remembered as he was. His wish was to be cremated and his ashes scattered in the high Uinta Mountains that he loved so much. His request will be honored. All are welcome to call or visit June at this time. The family extends special thanks and appreciation to Ken, Rita and Bill at Intermountain Health Care Hospice who went above and beyond and helped in so many different ways. They feel like part of the family. Also, thank you to SereniCare Funeral Home for their exceptional service.

Jack asked Saesha to read this poem for him after he passed:
If tomorrow starts without me, And I'm not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry The way you did today, While thinking of the many things, We didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And each time you think of me, I know you'll miss me too; So when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand, That an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand, And said my place was ready, In heaven far above, And that I'd have to leave behind All those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye For all my life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die. I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do, It seemed almost impossible, That I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, The good ones and the bad, The thought of all the love we shared, And all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, Just even for a while, I'd say good-bye and kiss you And maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized, That this could never be, For emptiness and memories, Would take the place of me. And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through heaven's gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, "This is eternity, And all I've promised you. Today your life on earth is past, But here life starts anew. I promise you no tomorrow, Because today will always last, And since each day's the same day There's no longing for the past. You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true. Though there were some times You did some things You knew you shouldn't do. But you have been forgiven And now at last you're free. So won't you come and take my hand And share my life with me?"
So when tomorrow starts without me, Don't think we're far apart, For every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart.