Peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Thursday, April 18, 2013, Don Olson, Bolton, at the age of 50 years, beloved husband of Linda Cecotka. Loving dad of Melia and Michael. Dear son of Jean and the late Norman Olson. Cherished brother of Marie and Jim Robson, Diane and Dan Ing, Guy Olson, his twin Dan and Sue Olson. Dear son-in-law of Sonja Cecotka. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews, close friends and colleagues.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Sunday evening 7 – 9, Monday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock.
A private family funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, April 23.
Followed by cremation.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Avenue, Toronto M5G 2M9 or Bethell Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 75, Inglewood L7C 3L6 or.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Betty & Bob Allen
Dear Linda
We are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing,
May the many good times and memories carry you through this very sad time.
We extend our deepest sympathy to you, your mom, and all of the family.
Sincerely
Bob & Betty
Steve Turner
Linda I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Steve Turner
Raghu
Dear Family,
So sorry to hear the passing of Don Olson.
My prayers and thoughts are with you. May his soul rest in Pease.
Raghu
Michelle Mercer
Always in my heart are memories of our adventures. The hikes and the road trips.
Love you big brother
Michelle
Kevin and Gunda
Linda, Melia, Michael and entire Olson Family, Gunda and I are humbled to have met the most incredible person this earth has ever created.
Another bright, giving and forgiving star has been taken away from us, but we have been blessed to have known him as a son, brother, uncle, friend, competitor and all around amazing person.
Every race has a finish and Don just crossed the line.
Kevin and Gunda
Sharon Lowe
So sorry to hear the news of Don’s passing. Thoughts and condolences to Linda and the family during this time.
Linda Netherton
Oh Linda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Don. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Sincerely,
Linda Netherton
Mike Slack and family
Linda I am so sorry to here about Don.
He was a great guy and always put everybody else before himself.
He was a true friend and will be sorely missed by me and everyone who came in contact with him. He was always there to lend a helping hand or give great advice no mater what the situation. I will sincerely miss him.
Meike Vollmers
Dear Linda,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Don. I wish you a lot of strength to go through the times that are ahead of you now.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Meike
cConnie Vanstone
Linda and Family, My sincere sympathy on Don’s passing. His will to live and his determination to live life to it’s fullest, doing the “IRON Man” in Florida and spending time with his family and friends , not giving in to to his pain and suffering proves how much he loved his life and all of you. My Love and thoughts are with you at this time.
Love Connie Vanstone. (Dave’s Mom).
Sian Leyshon-Doughty
Dear Linda and family – you have lost a special guy. Don’s drive to live life to its fullest, make the best of tough circumstances, and achieve some pretty remarkable goals all while he was fighting for his life make him one inspirational individual. Most of us could only hope to have half his courage. – Sian
Jacquie Taylor
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a sweet, loving, and genuinely good person. I really wish we had spent more time with the two of you. I used to love seeing him ride his bike up to the house in Lisle.
May the happy memories of moments the two of you have shared help carry you through the painful moments to come.
Condolences also to the extended family and friends who’s lives he touched and are grieving him.
Liz Chaddock
Linda, I’m so sorry to hear this news. Although I’ve never met Don, I’ve heard only good words about him. May you stay strong through this difficult time. God Bless.
Anthony Pantin
Don will always be remembered as someone who was very caring and always willing to lend you a hand when needed. He would always try and accomodate anyone who needed help.
Linda, I hope that you will be able to get through this most difficult time. To all the rest of Don’s family, my deepest condolences. Stay strong for each other.
Dr.Alfio Manzon,Elke,Philip and Sophie.
Dear Linda,Melia ,Michael and family.
Lasst mich immer nur herein:
Denn ich bin ein Mensch gewesen,
Und das heisst ein Kaempfer sein.
Goethe
Always let me in:
Because I was a man,
And that means to be a fighter.
Goethe
Our thoughts are with you.
Alfio,Elke,Philip and Sophie
Dave and Jill
Linda,
Words can’t really express our sorrow and sympathy.
Don was our IRONFRIEND and we will miss him so much.
We shared so many good times and amazing experiences and he will continue to live on in all the great memories we have.
He put up an incredible fight and it’s nice to know that wind will always be at his back now.
You know we’re here for you.
Dave, Jill, Val, Nicole & Eric
Sarko Boyadjian
I am so sorry to get the sad news today,
I always remembered him with his sweet smile and always positive
attitude he will be missed, my thoughts goes with the family.
Sarko
Ex Husky emp.
Lynn and Dan Jensen
Our deepest sympathies to you, Linda, and Don’s family. His loss will leave a great hole in many hearts. May his strength be a tribute to all whose life he touched;may we all remember his courage and let it be an inspiration to live life to the fullest, as he did.
Tomasz Uracz
Linda,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…my
thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Tomasz
Catherine and Russell
Linda, Melia, Michael and all family,
We are so very sorry about Don’s passing. We hope the wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time. We will miss his constant grin, love, sense of humour, kindness and his tight running shorts. No matter the challenge, Don always made it look easy, even this last extreme challenge. Don found strength where others couldn’t or wouldn’t. He was a fighter!! We will dearly miss him.
Love Catherine and Russell
Marti and family
Dear Linda and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Don has definitely left a very powerful footprint in everyones mind and heart. He will never be forgotten. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, thinking about you and hoping all the great memories will help you heal through this very sad loss.
Neil and Fran McNeil
Our deepest condolences to all of Don’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran and Neil McNeil
Rob and Denise
Dear Linda,
We are very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was a true champion who inspired others to be the best they could be and to meet all challenges no matter how difficult. Don met his most difficult challenge with grit and determination and even a sense of humour!
Don crossed the finish line in style. His positive impact on our lives will last forever.
Rob, Denise and family
Lynda Pianosi
Very sorry to hear this. Such courage and determination. My thoughts are with all of you.
Denis and Elke Morel
Dear Linda, Just received a call at work with the sad news. So sorry to hear about Don’s passing away. Our sincere condolences to you and the rest of your family. The Ironman family will certainly miss a strong competitor. I have to say, I am very pleased to have seen Don in Florida, last year. He will not be forgotten. .
Rob Power
Dear Linda and family,
My Sincerest condolences for your loss.
Don was a great guy and left this world with many,many friends who are far better having known him. His humour and positive outlook was inspiring to those who met him. He left us knowing we had met someone who had true character. He will be sadly missed.
Adrian Constantinescu
Dear Linda,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Don’s death and I would like to express to you my sincere sadness and sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time.
I know that he will be sorely missed by all who loved and knew him.
May God bless you and your family.
Kevin and Nancy Stringer
To Linda, Michael, and Melia,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of Don. I knew him only through my brother Doug. He was a good friend of Doug’s and his loss will be strongly felt.
Sincerely,
Kevin and Nancy Stringer
Dave, Andrea & Lillian Morgan
Linda & Family, we are so saddened to hear of Don’s passing. We will miss his humour & fun and his need to finish the task… no matter how difficult. Trust in the wonderful memories to help you through the coming days.
Anne Marie Giordano
Linda and Family,
My deepest sympathy and thoughts during this most difficult time. Don was such a friendly, kind and happy guy. May his courage and braveness give you strength to endure through the pain of his loss.
Anne Marie Giordano
Peter and Debra Santos
Dear Linda and Family,
Our most sincere condolences in these difficult times.
Don will be missed.
Sincerely,
Peter and Debra Santos
Dolores Ottogalli
Dear Linda, I have just heard the news of Don’s passing. My sincerest condolences to you and the family. Don and I shared many a conversation when we were co-workers and many memories rushed back to me. When the pain subsides, may your memories of your life together help you carry on. I will keep you in my prayers.
Dolores
Clair & Marcello Gervasi
Dearest Diane and family:
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Clair & Marcello
Erica Goddard
Linda~my condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely~Erica
Marlon Pieris
To the Olson family, my deepest condolences for your loss. I know how difficult it is to lose a loved one to cancer. I pray that you continue to have the strength to endure this difficult time.
I had the pleasure to work with Don during my time in Bolton. What I remember most was his positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile. He always walked around with a smile and was someone that I could always count on. He will be deeply missed.
Sincerely,
Marlon
Ernesto Garza
Dear Linda,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Don. I had the opportunity to travel with Don once in Mexico and we spent a whole Sunday afternoon together at a forest park near Mexico City where we walked and ate typical Mexican food.
May the love of those around you help you through.
Many blessings to you and your family.
Ernesto
John Florian
Dear Linda
We are very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He touched many lives and will be missed.
We have Don and your family in our prayers.
Bal Sekhon
Linda,
Please accept my deep condolences, Don will be missed by all of us. His memories will stay with me for the rest of my life.
May God give you the courage and strength to deal with this loss.
Bal
Liana Hammond
Dear Linda…I am so very sorry to have heard of Don’s passing…..I wish that there was something I could say to help ease your pain…but I know all to well there is not…I feel very lucky to have met Don…he truly was an amazing person…stay strong… I know you will…
Liana Hammond
Barb Hall
Dear Linda,
I have very fond memories of Don & will always remember his smile & positive attitude. He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. My heart goes out to you & the Olson family. Sincerely, Barb
Jeff Dunlop
Linda,
I was very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. My condolences to you and your family. I have very fond memories of the wedding which we were at last summer and spent time with you and Don there.
I hope that the love and support of all your friends will help you.
Sincerely, Jeff Dunlop
Mike Harrigan and Family
Dear Linda and Family,
I would to like extend my deepest sympathies to the entire family.
Don is the person that went the extra mile for anyone that asked for help, and we will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mike
Adrienne D'Ercole
Dear Linda, my deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time.
Don was taken way too soon from this Earth; however he is now looking down and watching over the ones he loves.
Remember all the wonderful memories you shared together and may they give you strength, peace and comfort.
Linda, you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Adrienne
Greg Dunn and Family
Dear Linda and the Olsen Family,
I consider myself very lucky to have known your Don. He has taught me so much over the years. Especially in the last two; his strength and courage has been an inspiration for many of us. I’ll never forget his kindness towards me or the amazing things he has accomplished.
Greg
Charlie & Ashley Hargest
We are Don’s neighbors, and Don will be deeply missed by our family. Don was the nicest man and we are glad to have met him, and are saddened to be robbed of future years .
When we moved into our house years ago, he came right over to introduce himself as we were unpacking to have a beer and chat. I remember going right to Ashley and said “we lucked out, we have a cool neighbor.”
He will not be forgotten
Charlie & Ashley
Berny Gagne
Dear Linda and Family,
I wish to offer my deepest condolences on Don’s passing. I was fortunate enough to work with him on occasion and he always struck me as extremely friendly and approachable. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his death.
My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
– Berny
Wendy Gray
My dearest Linda,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your husband Don. I know only too well that overwhelming feeling of loss. May you be comforted in knowing that this feeling does subside… it just takes time.
Let the wonderful memories you shared together bring joy to your heart.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and I wrap my arms around you in a warm hug.
Take care,
Wendy
Heather Pettitt
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sincerely, Heather Pettitt
Elaine Lafontaine
What a shock! Linda, words cannot begin to express how deeply sorry I am to learn of Don’s passing. I’ll never forget the way you looked at each other or the morning coffee delivery to your desk. What a truly gentle, caring and kind person he was. And that mischievous smile of his. This is very sad news and way too soon to be leaving your side. He will be missed by MANY! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Elaine Lafontaine
Tanya Below
Dearest Linda and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Don will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He will always be remembered for the amazingly strong, loving, caring and courageous man that he was; always putting everyone ahead of him… offering help to anyone in need of a “handyman” no matter how he was feeling. We will miss him dearly.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Tanya xo
Edgar
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Don .
My deepest condolence to Don`s family .
Edgar- Germany
Rose Minardi
Dear Diane,
I am deeply sorry. Please know that my prayers are with you.
Kindly,
Rose
Inge Sallaberger
Dear Linda,
Our warmest condolences to you and your family. May the heartfelt love and friendship that surrounds you help you through this sad and difficult time. We’ll keep Don and you in our prayers.
With love,
Inge Sallaberger and family
Natasha, Ali and Liam Jordan
We are so sad that Don has passed, our condolences. He was such an inspiration when he ran the Florida Ironman. I will be thinking of him when my runs get tough.
Our deepest sympathy to Don’s Family
Justine
I am so very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He truly is one in a million.
Justine
Kabir Dharani
Hello Linda and Family:
I feel so sorry to hear about passing of my collegue Don Olson. He will always remain in our heart.
May God bestowed blessings upon him and his soul remain in peace.
Amen
Rob Leslie
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of Don.
Don’s thoughtfulness, determination and smile will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of deep sorrow.
Nader Khalid
I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of a great human being.
My sincerest and deepest condolences for the loss.
Don was a kind, big hearted human being who left all of us too soon.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maxine Jones
Linda,
I was very saddened to hear of Don’s passing and have fond memories of his smile and his kindness. I remember how he would bring your morning coffee and put a smile on your face. May the precious memories you have of your time together bring you and your family comfort in the days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Maxine
Chris Evans
Linda and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. You have my deepest sympathies. He was a truly great guy.
Sincerely, Chris Evans
Sam Tu
Linda,
I was saddened to hear about Don’s passing. I hope and pray that you will have strength during this time of loss. Don was a kindhearted and generous person. He will always be remembered in our heart.
Peeter
Linda, Michael, Melia and Jean
My heartfelt condolences go out to you at this time of sadness.
Having run a few marathons, and trained with Don years ago, he was a tough competitor, and he put on a remarkable fight in this his final race.
He will always be fondly remembered.
Nancy Shaw
Dear Linda,
I just heard the sad news of Don’s passing. I wanted to let you know how sorry I am and send my condolences.
Thinking of you,
Nancy Shaw
Carol Atkinson
Dear Linda:
So sorry to have received this news. May you receive some comfort from all the support and love that is with all of these messages.
“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
Kahil Gibran
Carol
Alzan
Dear Linda, Michael and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Don will be missed, he was a pleasure to know.
Keep the joyous memories near your hearts to over come this difficult time.
Can’t stop thinking of you all,
Alzan
Dan & Jen Wyant
Linda, Melia & Michael
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Don, he was a great neighbour while we lived in Greenpark . Don was a card at holding a great conversation and true inspiration for all he did which can’t go un-noticed. May he rest in peace.
Our condolences to you all at this difficult time.
Dan. Jen, Jessica, Amanda, Laurisa & Jake Wyant
Junior Griffith
Dear Linda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Don was a great man. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to know him brielfy, May he rest in peace! God Bless.
Andrew Olszak
Dear Linda,
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Don
My Sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Ling Dong
Dear Linda,
I heard the sad through a mutual colleague. I am so sorry for your loss. It is also a loss to all of us as well. Don was my inspiration for getting into running and I owe my health to him. He will be missed.
Gordon Fairhead / Gayle Hinchey
We were sorry to hear about the loss of your son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time.
Jodi Campovari
My heart felt thoughts and prayer are with you. Words cannot express my feelings for the entire family.
Jodi and Louie Campovari
Cathy McIntyre
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing, he was a wonderful source of inspiration and encouragement to my husband Rob during his own battle with cancer. Sincere condolences, and may you find the strength for the days ahead.