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Ronald R. Olsen, Ph.D.
May 3, 1933 ~ June 18, 2017 (age 84) 84 Years Old Leave a Condolence
Message from Linda P. Cornell
August 16, 2017 4:13 PM
Dear Pat,
I just learned of Ron's passing. I worked with Ron at BGSU FIrelands as an adjunct chemistry and physics faculty. His high academic standards and educational advice were very helpful to me. May God comfort you and your family.
With sincerest condolences,
Linda Cornell
I just learned of Ron's passing. I worked with Ron at BGSU FIrelands as an adjunct chemistry and physics faculty. His high academic standards and educational advice were very helpful to me. May God comfort you and your family.
With sincerest condolences,
Linda Cornell
Message from Peggy
June 28, 2017 4:12 PM
Pat so sorry to hear of Ron's passing.
From Peggy Michalik
From Peggy Michalik
Message from William Pietschman, B.S.N., R.N.
June 28, 2017 4:57 AM
I was sent to BGSU and Dr. Olsen's Chemistry program by my Sandusky High School Chemistry Teacher, Benoit Schneider. Boy am I glad I took his advice! Backing up a bit, I was one of those Sixth Grade Kids who had a Chemistry Set in his bedroom he got one Christmas. And when other kids lost interest in their newly acquired chemistry sets, I could then trade other things with them to replenish the chemicals that I was always running out of. By Eighth Grade, the basement at 210 Shelby Street Sandusky was so full of chemicals and apparatus, looking back it would have been a Fire Marshall's Nightmare. And I wound up... No, not a Chemical Engineer, but instead a Registered Nurse. I've been in practice for over thirty three years now.
Dr. Olsen made you see the Chemistry, for yourself. And he would see you through to the other side when you were puzzled: Be patient and do that with a young kid like me. I was only seventeen when I enrolled. (No, not a Brain, just one of those "September" born kids so you merely end up graduating young.) And he was the one who actually helped me with the paperwork when I enrolled at Firelands... I can still remember the day I drove my Dad's 1969 Chevrolet Kingswood Station wagon over to Firelands and met with him. You know, I work at OSU now, but back then, Firelands looked so big to me. And I wasn't sure that I could cut it, academically. I was so nervous and intimated when I walked into that building. A lot of us have him to Thank for launching our careers. I saw his retirement announcement listed in The Falcon, and I regret not visiting with him. I'm sure one of the subjects (besides beer!) I would have asked him about is which oil is better for the car- Synthetic or just plain SAE oil!
Time and people pass quickly. So does the time to Thank them.
Sincerely,
William Pietschman, B.S.N., R.N.
Dr. Olsen made you see the Chemistry, for yourself. And he would see you through to the other side when you were puzzled: Be patient and do that with a young kid like me. I was only seventeen when I enrolled. (No, not a Brain, just one of those "September" born kids so you merely end up graduating young.) And he was the one who actually helped me with the paperwork when I enrolled at Firelands... I can still remember the day I drove my Dad's 1969 Chevrolet Kingswood Station wagon over to Firelands and met with him. You know, I work at OSU now, but back then, Firelands looked so big to me. And I wasn't sure that I could cut it, academically. I was so nervous and intimated when I walked into that building. A lot of us have him to Thank for launching our careers. I saw his retirement announcement listed in The Falcon, and I regret not visiting with him. I'm sure one of the subjects (besides beer!) I would have asked him about is which oil is better for the car- Synthetic or just plain SAE oil!
Time and people pass quickly. So does the time to Thank them.
Sincerely,
William Pietschman, B.S.N., R.N.
Message from Tammie May
June 27, 2017 7:46 PM
My sincere condolences to your family.
Message from Ron Smith
June 27, 2017 3:19 PM
Pat, You and the family have my sympathy. I always liked interacting with Ron at the Rec Center. He gave it his best in all that he did.
Message from Bob and Martha Speers
June 27, 2017 2:56 PM
Pat,
It is with sadness that I read the notice from Firelands College, that Ron is no longer with us. We spent so many times together, working diligently to raise science academic standards at Firelands College so that our students would be well received in business and industry, or went on to the last two years of physical science at the main campus or other full university.
And the challenges of changing administrative structure and transient administrators. Alas, such is the challenge for pioneers!
It is with sadness that I read the notice from Firelands College, that Ron is no longer with us. We spent so many times together, working diligently to raise science academic standards at Firelands College so that our students would be well received in business and industry, or went on to the last two years of physical science at the main campus or other full university.
And the challenges of changing administrative structure and transient administrators. Alas, such is the challenge for pioneers!
Message from Michelle E.
June 26, 2017 11:44 PM
Happy memories of Dr. Olsen continue to be with you. But when sadness comes, may these promises from the Scriptures bring solace and strength to help you to endure. Jehovah God is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. And he will wipe away the tears from all faces. Psalms 34:18; Isaiah 25:8 NWT. And in the future, mankind will not suffer illness ever again. No resident will say: " I am sick." Isaiah 33:24; Psalms 37:11, 29 NWT. Peace be with you, dear family.
Message from Joel Rudinger
June 26, 2017 2:41 PM
My condolences. There are many at BGSU-Firelands who will remember Ron.
A Spathiphyllum was sent on June 26, 2017
With our appreciation for Ron's work in the early days of Firelands College and our sympathy for Pat and the family. Chris and Marsha Mruk.
Message from Tonya Frailey
June 23, 2017 10:13 PM
So sorry for your loss. Peace be with you.
Message from Karin, Mark and Michael Trauman
June 23, 2017 3:11 PM
Aunt Pat, Daniel, Erik, Patty, Nancy, Grant and families: It is with such sadness that we say our goodbyes to this wonderful man who has been a blessing to us as a devoted husband, father, father-in-law, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. It is in remembering that we also celebrate the memories made through the years. We are sorry that we will not be able to be with you in person on July 3rd but know you are carried in our hearts. Love you all! ~Karin, Mark and Michael
Message from Julie Lee, Raleigh, NC
June 21, 2017 2:47 PM
Nancy,
Praying for you and your family during this sad time of your Dad's passing. A lifetime is never enough time with those we love so much. Thinking of you!
Praying for you and your family during this sad time of your Dad's passing. A lifetime is never enough time with those we love so much. Thinking of you!
Message from Jane Diepenbrock
June 20, 2017 10:58 PM
Nancy, So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He sounds like he was a wonderful man, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be missed by many. The memories are plentiful and they are something that you will carry you forward. Grasp those memories and remember his smile. They will offer lots of sunshine as these are what he left behind.
Hugs to you and your family.
Jane
Hugs to you and your family.
Jane
Message from Mary Anne Strothmann
June 20, 2017 7:40 PM
Nancy - may you and your family find comfort in each other during this difficult time. Knowing your dad is no longer in pain, no more suffering, will bring you comfort over time but now is a time to gather and remember your dad.... to say your final "goodbye" until you meet again.
Please accept our condolences and know you are loved by so many. Hugs to you -
Please accept our condolences and know you are loved by so many. Hugs to you -
Message from Vanessa Fleischmann
June 20, 2017 4:15 PM
My sincere condolences to you, Nancy, and your entire family for the passing of your father. All of the wonderful memories that you all have and preserve by recounting them will keep him alive in your hearts and minds, and you will find solace, joy, and humor in sharing all of the good, silly, and fun times that you all had together.
Message from Carol Zimmerman
June 20, 2017 2:51 PM
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family on your father's passing. May he rest in peace and may all the love and memories you've all shared together bring you comfort.
Message from Sharon Fred, Raleigh NC
June 20, 2017 2:00 PM
NANCY - we know this has been a long, hard road for you as you've watched your father's decline over the past months. Please know we are thinking of you now here from Raleigh.
Your DAD is looking down on you from above and so proud of all you've done and continue to do here. We are saying special prayers for you and all of your family during this time of grieving and remembrance.
Your DAD is looking down on you from above and so proud of all you've done and continue to do here. We are saying special prayers for you and all of your family during this time of grieving and remembrance.
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