He is survived by his wife Jill Kay Olasz, daughter Laura Helene Derbin (George), grandchildren Katerina and Steven, step-son Adam James Hussey, brother William Olasz (Karen), niece Sarah (Mark Mackennen), sister Esther Kraai (Dave), nephews Ron Kraai and Dan Kraai (Jen and Michael). He was born in Detroit, Michigan. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Mary Olasz and sister Marilyn.
John was a proud veteran and served in the U.S. Navy on the aircraft carrier Franklin D. Roosevelt. He worked 40 years as an industrial electrician at the Ford Rouge Steel Company. His enjoyment in skeet shooting, hunting, reading Hemingway and writing poetry filled his spare time. John lived his life by the saying "You must endure!" and the Bible passage Psalm 37:3 "Trust in the LORD and do good." He has left his footprints on our hearts.
Funeral in state for John will be held Friday, January 10, 2020 at 9:30 AM at Harry J Will Funeral Homes, 37000 W. Six Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan 48152, with a funeral service at 10:30 AM. The burial will occur Friday, January 10, 2020 at 2:30 PM at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Rd, Holly, MI.
Contributions in John's memory may be made to Michigan's Disabled American Veterans, 17779 E 14. Mile Rd, Fraser, Michigan.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HarryjWillLivonia.com for the Olasz family.
