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William Olsen Obituary

Olsen, William L. Age 81 passed away suddenly on Thursday June 30, 2011. He was a retired Chicago Police Commander with 30 years of service. Love of his life the late Dorothy Olsen. Loving Father of Susan, Nancy (Tom) Manion, William Jr. (Mary), Linda, Robert (Lorrie), Thomas (Christine), Marianne (Don) Mock , Daniel (Patty), Donna (Bob) Lanzerotti and Scott (Danielle). Proud Grandfather of Ashley, Michael, Tommy, Billy, Sara, Dane, Phillip, Alex, MaryKate, Steven, Colleen, Samantha, Connor, Kevin, Johnny, Rory, Danny, Molly, Scotty, Bobby, Stephanie, Kyle, Ryan, Grace, Andrew, Jenna and Ava. Dearest brother of Dolores (Jack) Durrbeck, Donna (George) Peterson and the late Leonard, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 3:00pm to 9:00pm Tuesday, July 5th at Friedrichs Funeral Home 320 West Central Rd, at Northwest Hwy., Mount Prospect, Illinois. Funeral will be held on Wednesday, July 6th 10:15 AM at the Funeral Home, then proceeding directly to St. Raymond de Penafort Church located at Elmhurst Rd. (Rt. 83) at Lincoln St. Mount Prospect, Illinois for Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the American Heart Association 800-242-8721 or donate.americanheart.org Funeral info 847 255 7800 or www.friedrichsfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 3, 2011.

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Jerry Serviss

August 31, 2011

Mozart Street Olsens:

I just learned of the passing of your father. I am very saddened by this as I recently lost my father as well. I recall your father as a great man who took the time to teach and explain things to the kids in the neighborhood. I recall him as a many who was happy and loved his family. I recall many happy times that he spent in our backyard or at Sullivans.

I have one vivid memory of him teaching me a hidden baseball trick at my expense.

I was out of town on vacation at the time of his passing and I am so sorry that I could not be there.

Best regards to all of you.

Jerry Serviss

July 9, 2011

Donna Peterson,
So sorry for the loss of your brother. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Carol(Walter)Phillips

July 8, 2011

Dan Olsen and family sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Barry family

July 8, 2011

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

American Heart Association

July 8, 2011

"May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always"

July 6, 2011

To Donna, our love and our hearts are with you at this tragic time. Love, Mom and Dad Lanzerotti

Larson Family (Larson's Restaurant)

July 6, 2011

Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. We have had great memories of Bill which span three generations from our side. He will be missed.

Jan Zange

July 6, 2011

To the family of Bill Olsen; It's sad to lose a Dad, Father-in-Law, Grandfather. You are in my prayers at this challenging time.

July 5, 2011

Danny, Patty, Alex, Samantha, Danny & Stephanie: our sympathies to you for the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. Sincerely, Danny, Patty & Kelly Johnson

Mary Fleetwood

July 5, 2011

Danny and Patty - Very sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family during this time.

Nancy & Al

July 5, 2011

Tom, we are sorry that we can't be with you in this time of sadness,

July 5, 2011

Bob
Very sad to hear about your Dad passing. My condolences to you and your family.
Stan Bachusz

July 5, 2011

Dear Nancy, Bill, Tom and Mary

Take solace in the fact of your Father's longevity as he took pride in the life of his remarkable family. I have asked the Monks of the Abbey of Gethsemani to remember him in their Mass. Suya and I will remember you and your Father and Father in law our offerings.

Wang Hong Yu (Suya)
Timothy J Fitzgerald

Fr. Dan Brandt

July 3, 2011

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains' Unit. Bill will be remembered in our prayers. May his family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ during this difficult time!

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