Retired Lieutenant Colonel Vincent Thoreson Olson, beloved husband of Gladys Olson died 21 January 2012 after a long battle with Parkinsons disease. 

He was born in Cowley, Wyoming on 27 January 1932 to Carl and Amanda Olson.   He graduated from Utah State University in 1955 with a degree in Sociology. 

Having gone through the ROTC program he became a commissioned artillery officer in the US Army. On 29 July 1953, they were married in the Logan, Utah temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

During his 20 years in the military, he served two tours of duty in Vietnam, was stationed in Ankara, Turkey and Heidelberg, Germany, and criss-crossed the United States making a total of 22 moves in 20 years. 

They served in the Bermuda Islands for the New York, New York LDS mission.  For 12 years, he served as an ordinance worker in the Timpanogos LDS Temple. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by Linda Townsend of Anchorage, Alaska, 4 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; Scott and Diane Olson of Bend, Oregon, 3 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; Lori and John Hinton of New Town, Indiana, 3 grandchildren, 4 great- grandchildren; Bryan and Tracy Olson of Las Cruces, New Mexico, 3 grandchildren; and LeeAnn and James Gardner of San Antonio, Texas, 5 grandchildren. 

The viewing is 6:00-8:00 pm Thursday 26 January 2012 at the Suncrest 10th ward building, 90 N 600 W Orem, Utah.  There will be an additional viewing at 10:00-10:45 am before the funeral at 11:00 am Friday 27 January 2012 at the Suncrest 10th ward building, 90 N 600 W Orem, Utah.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com

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Rudy and Janine Davis said:

Bishop and Sister Olsen were such special friends of ours! Bishop Olsen married us at Fort Rucker, Alabama in 1969. 42 years later we still think fondly of their fellowship and love for us as a young married couple! We saw them again in El Paso, Texas when we were stationed there together again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you but I know you are comforted that you are an eternal family. Janine Davis

January 24, 2012

Lane and Natalie Taylor said:

Glady's our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We have always thought of you and Vince as the couple to be like! We have fond memories of Vince and his encounters with the snowblower! And when he came running up the hill with the entire Alovera plant when Lane caught our garage on fire! We have missed you both since you moved away, but remember you will ALWAYS be our neighbor!! We love you and Vince will be greatly misseed! Love the Taylor's

January 25, 2012

Delano and Janice Thoreson said:

Dear Gladys and family...thinking and praying for you and your family in these days and in the days ahead. May God, be, oh so near as you go forward without your beloved husband and father/grandfather. Bless the memory of Vince....he was such a special cousin/friend. Love to you all....Janice and Delano

January 26, 2012

Eilene "Boots" Paulson said:

My mother Alice Holm Eissner was Vincent's cousin. She spoke often of him and loved all her many cousins. She passed away in March and today would have been her 99th birthday. Though Vincent and Mom are missed, I hope you have the peace that I have, knowing she's with all those who went before

January 26, 2012

Rebecca and Eric Fitts said:

Dear Gladis,You have been much in our thoughts and prayers, We have missed you so since you moved and loved having you as our neighbors. Vince could not have been more sweet to us and our Kids, Thank you for letting Preston have a place to play ball. What amazing people you are and hope you find comfort at this time. Frank and Frankie would also like to send their love at this time. Love from, all The Fitts Family

January 26, 2012

Joann Penrod said:

Dear Gladys, So sorry for your loss. I appreciate your friendship to our "children"..Connie and Dell. It was nice to meet Vince..he came from a very good neighborhood - Cowley, Wyoming..me from neighboring Lovell. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 27, 2012

Rich & Eileen Chamberland said:

Dear Gladys, I count it as one of the great blessings of my life to have known the two of you. Your warmth, humor and generous acceptance has been a great example to Eileen and I. Like Lane & Natalie, we also see you two as the couple to emulate. Thank you for your many kindnesses over the years. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time and we pray that the Lord will pour out His sweetest and most tender blessings that you might find comfort and peace today and always. We love you and miss not seeing you in our ward. Rich & Eileen Chamberland

January 27, 2012

Joyce Hall said:

Dear Lori Hinton and family: I know this is a tough time for your family. I enjoyed learning about your father Vincent over the years while we worked together. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and your mother Gladys during this difficult time and especially at this difficult hour today. Joyce Hall

January 27, 2012

David Ferrell Jr. said:

I know we will all miss him. He was a great example to me and helped me prepare for my mission, and life (seminary teacher 1984-85).

January 27, 2012

Bob Cardon said:

We are sorry to hear of Bishop Olson's passing. We send our love. He is a great man.

January 27, 2012

Dick and Jackie Cardon said:

Dearest Gladys and your beautiful family. We just learned of Bishop Olson's passing and are so sorry. He was always our Bishop as well as our Friend. We are happy that we could have spent a little time visiting before our mission. May the Lord bless you with peace and comfort knowing your family is forever! Love and Hugs, Dick and Jackie

January 28, 2012