Alice Olson

ALICE OLSON IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Alice Elizabeth Payne Holler Olson, 84, of Idaho Falls, passed away May 30, 2009, at her home of natural causes. Alice was born August 22, 1924, in Northport, Nebraska, to Jessie Payne and Margaret Elizabeth Middleton Payne. She grew up and attended schools in Nebraska. She married Jack Holler in 1958 and he preceded her in death. Jack was in the military and they lived in Oregon, Japan, Texas, and Utah, among other places. She returned to Idaho over 20 years ago. Alice married Darwin Jolley Olson June 25, 1998, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was a homemaker, wife, and mother. An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in the Relief Society and as a temple ordinance worker. Alice enjoyed decorating and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors include: Husband: Darwin J. Olson of Idaho Falls, ID Son: Alan Kelso of Idaho Falls, ID Special Friend: Thanya McCain of Idaho Falls, ID Stepson: Denny (Mindy) Olson of Rigby, ID Stepson: Tony Olson of Idaho Falls, ID Stepson: Mike (Dalene) Olson of Idaho Falls, ID Stepdaughter: Lisa (Steve) Rankin of Idaho Falls, ID 28 Grandchildren & 16 Great Grandchildren She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jack, three brothers, Jessie, Robert, and Otto, two sisters, Violet and Dorothy, as well as a sister who died in infancy. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 2:15 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2009, at Fielding Memorial Park. The family will visit with friends Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Imogene Olson Heitz Imogene@RiteTime.com We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Alice brought much happiness to her family. She will be missed. We look forward to being with you at her resurrection. Kristin Harris tiggerjigger22@hotmail.com DJ and Alan --- I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Alice. I loved her so much! She stepped in and became my mom and my Idaho grandma after I lost my mom. I loved all the time I got to spend with her and all the phone calls we shared. I'll always carry her in my heart, she was truly an angel. She blessed many lives and established many friendships. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish I could be there Friday - but being 942 miles away - it's a little hard. But, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember her and always know that she was loved. Love always, Kristin Harris P.S. Vern sends his condolences as well and says he's sorry to hear of your loss. He loved meeting her and sharing his poetry with her. She was a very special friend to him and will be greatly missed. Randy Heitz randyheitz@hotmail.com Darwin and cousins, I recognize the hole left in your lives by the loss of Aunt Alice. I remember the glow that you both had at the 50th anniversary for Dad and Mom and the enjoyment I had watching the two of you together on the dance floor. I send you my deepest sympathy at your loss. Look forward to the future and welcoming Alice back in the resurrection. Randy Heitz Kym Kelso Dad, sorry to hear about Grandma and sorry we could not attend the services on Friday. Grandma will always have a special place in my heart. Love, Kym, Dannialle, Dylan, Elyse & Olyvia