In Memory

Laurie Olsen

Laurie Olsen

Laurel Ann Olsen was born on December 6, 1952 and with the exception of the first three months of her life, she grew up in Lake Oswego.  She attended Lake Grove Elementary School, Waluga Junior High, St. Mary's Acadamy, and then Lake Oswego High School.  During her senior year, she worked as a nurse's aid at Mountain Park Convalescent Hospital.

She was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma in 1972 and battled the disease valiently for several years, including pursuing chemotherapy and cutting-edge immunotherapy in San Diego and Portland.  Ultimately, she lost the fight and died on November 12, 1978.   

 



 
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01/31/11 10:59 AM #1    

Laurel Wight (Mahar)

Laurie.

I knew you since we were two years old.   We had fun playing together with our little sisters in tow.  I learned compassion from you as you battled mightily with that rotten disease.  Peace be with you.


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