Kenneth Martin Olson

Kenneth Martin Olson passed away at home with his family by his side on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 5:00pm in Central Point, OR. He was born in Cumberland, Wisconsin on October 6, 1934 to his late parents Viola & Martin Olson and grew up in Grants Pass, OR. He relocated to Southern CA at the age of 18 and worked for the Los Angeles Times Newspaper from November 12, 1952 until October 1, 1991 as a Pressman, Operator and in charge of Technical Services for the Production Department. He retired back to Southern OR in 1993. Ken was passionate about Ford classic cars, Nascar racing and nature. He is survived by his beloved wife, Gayle A. Olson of 54 years; daughters, Victoria A. Olson & Kiersten M. Harrison; son, Martin C. Olson; and his four grandchildren; Amy A. O'Brien, Colleen M. Kaylor, Matthew J. Hartwig & Jessica N. Olson. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 1:00pm at the Center for Spiritual Living located at 1119 Ellen Avenue, Medford, OR 97501.