OLSEN, Wayne

OLSEN

WAYNE VANCE OLSEN, beloved husband of Karen Mendenhall Olsen, passed away on Thursday, August 30th, 2018 in Cardston, Alberta, at the age of 83 years.

Wayne was born February 3, 1935 to Frank Olsen and Emma Vance in Cardston, Alberta. He was the 8th of their 9 children. Wayne married Karen Mendenhall on July 24, 1957 in the Cardston, Alberta Temple. They were blessed with 9 children. Sandra (Tom) Earl, Wendell (Jeanine) Olsen, Jane (John) Pennington, Shawn (Lynda) Olsen, Todd (Karen) Olsen, Jonathan (Amber) Olsen, Jennifer (Brian) Broadhead, Kimberly (Chad) Gladstone, Jim (Bekah) Olsen.

He graduated from the University of Alberta Dental School and practiced Dentistry for 38 years.

Wayne served faithfully in many callings for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints including a mission to the Canada West Mission, Branch President, Bishop, Seminary Teacher and Temple Worker. Wayne and Karen later served a mission together in the Canada Toronto East Mission.

Wayne was passionate about everything he did. He took great pleasure in hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, golfing, photography, biking and spending time with his family.

Wayne had a zest for life, even with his health struggles throughout the years. He had a quick wit and always had a joke to share. He was loving and had an impact on everyone he met. His greatest joy was found in being with his family and serving The Lord.

Friends may meet the family at the Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Sunday, September 2nd, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. or at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service.

The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, September 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cardston Alberta West Stake Center (846 1st Ave W). Interment to follow in the Cardston Cemetery. In lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the Humanitarian Fund.

Condolences may be sent at: www.legacyfuneralhome.ca