He retired from P.S.N.S in 1969 as a welder. He then worked for Sears and Montgomery Ward installing chain linked fencing which inspired him to later start his own fencing business and after 10 years retired again. In the 60's and 70's Ken was a Water Commissioner for North Perry Water Dept and after 20 years retired.
Ken's love in life after his wife, Ardyce, and 3 children was boating. He came by it honestly as his father was a commercial fisherman and loved being on the water where Ken helped out when he was young. He joined the Bremerton Yacht Club in 1963 and was an active member for 50 years. He and the family enjoyed boating every change they got. They enjoyed many trips into Canada, and his dream cruise was to Alaska on their beautiful yacht the "El Galano." Ken was also a member of the Bremerton Elks Club for 50 years, and belonged to their "Travel and Fun" club, where they enjoyed many camping trips with friends in their motor home. He also enjoyed golfing with friends and his grandsons.
He is survived by daughter Corrine Mauck; sister Jeanie (Steve) Curry of Evans, Washington; grandson Brannan Olsen, grandson Mark (Danielle) Olsen, granddaughter Theresa (Thomas) Johnson, granddaughter Amy (Michael) Fontana and grandson Jeffrey Stone, and 7 Great Grandchildren.
Ken was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Ardyce Olsen; son Kenneth (Kenny) Jr and daughter Cheryl Ann Olsen; brother Elmer (Bud) Olsen; brother Robert (Bob) Olsen and brother Edward (Sonny) Olsen.
Ken touched so many people's lives with friendships and being busy always helping out whenever he could. He loved his family, and always lit up when he was with his grandkids, and great grandchildren. He was profoundly loved by all of his family and close friends. He will be missed and loved forever.
