Bruce Elden Olson

Our beloved Bruce lost his short but incredibly courageous 9-month battle with pancreatic cancer on Sept. 14, 2010, at age 54. His "greatest achievement" in his life was his two beautiful daughters Cori (21) and Shelby (18). He was passionate in his role as their father. He was a loving soul mate to his fiancée Amy Cram (Mill Creek), a caring and loving son to his mother Barbara Olson (Winthrop) and respectfully devoted to his mother's long-time companion Art Davis (Winthrop), who he loved as a father and who helped raise Bruce since childhood. Bruce was born in Longview, Wash., and grew up first in the Seattle area and later in Bothell, where he lived for most of his life. He graduated Bothell High School in 1975. His two daughters also graduated from Bothell High School and Bruce was so proud of their achievements. He worked professionally as a carpenter and loved to golf, as it was his passion to be surrounded by the beauty and his closest friends on the golf course. Bruce left his mark on this world by being a warm genuine human being, father, son, brother, friend and loving companion. The room would light up when Bruce entered. He had a warm, engaging personality and made those around him smile with his wit and sincere interest in their lives. He was easy to talk to, people could confide in him, he made people laugh, and everybody gravitated toward him. Bruce nourished his relationships with family and friends and was always there for whoever needed him. He was a man who wasn't afraid to tell his friends that he loved them. Even after being diagnosed, Bruce remained positive and continued to thank God every night before going to sleep for his loved ones and for the life that he loved. He truly felt blessed for what he had. Bruce was preceded in death by his father Russell Olson. In addition to those listed above, Bruce is survived by his older and much loved brother John "Butch" Olson (wife Ruth), younger sister Julie Bodmer, who he loved and cherished so very much (husband Joe), Tracy Olson (beloved mother of Shelby and Cori), Mariana Thien, who he loved as his own daughter (husband Khom) and many wonderful nieces and nephews . A private service will be held to celebrate his wonderful life.