Memories & Candles

“Kenny, You have been, and will always be, missed. Thank You. ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Larry - CO

“We will all miss Kenny O- I remember having many interesting conversations and visits with Ken over the years- he will surely be missed. ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Al & Cheryl Lampi - Vista, CA

“Dear Margaret, I noticed in The Mining Journal that Ken has passed away. Please accept my condolences. You were so good to him and cared for him...Read More »
3 of 8 | Posted by: Sandra Salo - Marquette, MI

“We will all miss "Kenny" a long time wonderful friend. ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Keith Weiland - Atlanta, GA

“"God Bless Ken Olson" ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: John Lakari - Santa Fe, NM

“Margaret, We will miss our dear friend Kenny, he was such a kind and generous person who always saw the good in everyone. We will remember his warm...Read More »
6 of 8 | Posted by: Bob, Lynn & Cassie - Round Rock, TX

“Margaret, I was so sorry to learn of Ken's passing. He was so fortunate to have such a wonderful caregiver. If there is anything I can do to help...Read More »
7 of 8 | Posted by: Yvonne Niemi - Ishpeming, MI

“Margaret, So sorry to hear of this. I hope you are well in this difficult time. ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Babette - Marquette, MI


Kenneth C. Olson, 86, of 421 N. Lake St., Ishpeming, died peacefully at his home Sunday, January 1, 2012 after many years of declining health. He was under the care of the angels at U.P. Home Health and Hospice. Kenneth was born April 12, 1925 and was a lifelong Ishpeming resident. He enjoyed a career as a mining engineer for Cleveland Cliffs. Ken was very involved in Ishpeming politics and will fondly be remembered for his active participation in Ishpeming City Council meetings. He enjoyed entertaining at his camp on Lake Michigamme. All who loved Ken will miss his kindness, wit, charm and smile. Honoring his request no services will be scheduled. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider U.P. Home Health and Hospice, 510 Mather Avenue, Ishpeming, Michigan 49849. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home of Marquette is in charge of arrangements where memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com

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