Barbara May "(Barb/Nana)" OLSON (née Miles)

Passed away peacefully at Southwest Health in Warrnambool on the 21st of January 2021.

Lived a full and loving life

(12/5/1938 – 21/1/2021)

Loved wife and soul mate of Donald for 63 years.

Loving Mother and Mother-in-law to Phillip and Paula, Mark and Rachael

and adoring Nana to Joshua, Brooke, Sarah, Courtney and Maddy

and step Nana to Veronica, Vince and Grace.

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12.05.1938 – 21.01.2021

Passed away peacefully at Southwest Health.

Loving wife to Don, incredible Mum to Phillip and Mark and Mum in law to Paula and Rachael.

Doting Nana to Josh, Brooke, Sarah, Courtney and Maddy and Step Nana recently to Veronica, Vince and Grace.

Barb – you have touched and nurtured the lives of many in your life, always providing support and love, none more so than to me. The 62 wonderful years we have lived together will always remain with me.

My love and life partner forever – together once again in the future

 – Don

Mum, you were always there for us, and you were so welcoming of our friends. You had your health challenges in your later years but you always faced them with a smile and a positive attitude.

You will always be a part of us,

Love always – Phillip

Mum – your love, support and guidance will always stay with me but your endless positivity in the face of numerous challenges has been an inspiration.

You will forever be in my heart,

love you lots Mum – Mark

Don and the boys sincerely appreciate the loving care and dedication shown to Barb by all of the treating Doctors, Nurses and care givers especially the Rehab team at Southwest Health during her final days.

No flowers by request – Should you wish a donation instead (www.ms.org.au) – “MS” was a charitable cause Mum was passionate about.

Envelopes will be available at the Service.

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The Funeral Service for BARBARA will be held at Christ Church, Anglican Church,

Henna Street, Warrnambool on THURSDAY (January 28) commencing at 1.00p.m.

The cortège will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Panmure cemetery.

Funeral Notice

ServiceJanuary 28, 2021 - 1:00 pmHenna Street Warrnambool , VIC Venue: Christ Church Anglican Church

Tributes

  1. My sympathy to you Don (Mr Olson) as we called you way back.

    So many happy memories of school days, and the time we met up again at the Reunion in Heywood with your lovely partner Barbara.

    You have had wonderful years together and I am sure she will be sadly missed.

    Claire Trigg (nee Savin)

    CLAIRE TRIGG February 22, 2021
  2. Our thoughts and sympathies
    to Don, Phillip and Mark and all their families
    on the sad news of the passing of Barb. She was a person who seemed to care for everybody. Love from Maureen and Ray Bond.

    Maureen Bond January 29, 2021
  3. Deepest Sympathy to Don, Phillip, Mark and families on the passing of Barb. My thoughts are with you all. Remembering Kinder Assistant days, Barb. always full of love and joy. Rest in Peace dear Barb. Kaye J.

    Kaye Johnstone January 28, 2021
  4. Sending Love & deepest sympathies to Don, Philip, Mark & families. Our thoughts are with you all today as Barb’s life is honoured & celebrated. Beautiful Barb with her warm heart & infectious, bright spirit …. you will be dearly missed Barb but will live on forever in our hearts… in the hearts of all who were blessed to know you.
    All our love ❤
    Suzanne & Zoe Xo

    Suzanne Collins January 28, 2021
  5. Sending Love & deepest sympathies to Don, Philip, Mark & families. Our thoughts are with you all today as Barb’s life is honoured & celebrated. Beautiful Barb with her warm heart & infectious, bright spirit …. you will be dearly missed Barb but will live on forever in our hearts… in the hearts of all who were blessed to know you.
    All our love ❤
    Suzanne & Zoe Xo

    Suzanne Collins January 28, 2021
  6. So sad to hear Barb had passed away. Deepest Sympathy to Don, Phillip, Mark & families. I have fond childhood memories of living next door to Barb & Don in Panmure. Loving thoughts are with you all. Pat Lake & family (nee Cooke, niece of Pearl & Les) xx

    PAT LAKE January 26, 2021
  7. So sad to hear of Barb’s passing. The memories go way back.
    Love & hugs to Don & all the family.

    Shirley & Michelle Carter

    Michelle Carter January 25, 2021
  8. Deepest sympathy to Don,Phillip,Mark and families on the passing of Barb.
    Fond memories for some of the Munro girls and myself(Framingham)was the fishing days and nights on the banks of the Hopkins River in flood catching eels and camp fires to keep warm.
    Barb was a special friend to the our family and will never be forgotten.
    Unfortunately we will not be able to make Barbs funeral but our thoughts will be with you all.
    ❤The Munro Family ❤ xxoo

    Iris and Max Munro January 25, 2021
  9. Lovely memories of Barb, her influence on Tim to barrack for Pies made her proud! Love to Don and family, Rhonda and Tim Hodges

    Rhonda Hodges January 24, 2021
  10. Deepest Sympathy to Don Phillip Mark and family on the passing of our dear friend Barbara. Don and Barb were special friends of the Harney family always visiting Mum and Dad and Kevin. I well remember Barb when I was playing football at Panmure she was our number one supporter and any one who hurt any of our players the certainly got a mouthful. Love you Barb Helen and Frank Harney.

    Frank Harney January 23, 2021
  11. Sympathy to Don , Phillip, Mark and families . Barb was much loved by all and will be missed

    Denise Twite January 22, 2021
  12. My condolences to Don, Phillip , Mark and families . Barb was loved by us all x

    Denise Twite January 22, 2021
  13. To Donald, Philip, Mark and families.
    Deepest sympathies on the passing of a wonderful woman.
    Always happy, caring and a joy to spend time with.
    Our family will always cherish the love of Barb.
    Thinking of you all. Simon, Melissa, Declan, Darcy and Angus Bourke.

    Simon Bourke January 22, 2021