(Sullivan Funeral Home) -- Clifford G. Olson, Jr., of Bryantville, passed away on July 13, 2022 at the age of 88. He was the son of the late Agnes (Goss) Ryan.
Clifford was raised in Lower Mills and was a graduate from Hyde Park High School. He joined the United States Navy and served for many years. In 1953 he married the love of his life, Lenore (Bruce), and the two settled in Lower Mills to raise their family. Cliff worked for the MBTA as a laborer for many years. His greatest accomplishment was becoming the National Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Cliff was an outgoing man with a larger than life personality. He was quite the storyteller and loved to tell stories of years past to anyone who would listen. He was very generous and was constantly helping others. Clifford enjoyed collecting lighthouses, boating on his lake, going to Plymouth for lobster and vacationing in Aruba. He was very proud of his home that he built for his family. Above all, he most loved spending time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren.
Clifford was the loving husband of 69 years to Lenore D. Olson. Father of James Olson and his late wife Patricia of Dorchester, John Olson and his wife Marysusan Couturier of Framingham, Joseph Olson of S. Weymouth, Jean Marie Lanctot and her husband Mark of Sandown, NH. Grandfather of Katie McDonough and her husband Eamonn, Michael Olson, Michelle Lee Olson and her fiance Nick, Matthew Olson, Patrick Olson, Robert Olson, Jennifer Olson, William Olson, Ryan Clifford Lanctot, Evan Lanctot, and Julia Lanctot. Brother of the late Gladys Hain, late Barbara Ambrosino, Edith Salari, Donna Colomey, Carol Colomey, late Sheila Sweeny, and William Ryan. Great-grandfather of Aria and James McDonough. Longtime friend of Heidi Olson. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and great friends.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 21st from 9:00AM-10:45AM at Sullivan Funeral Home in Hanson - 2 Maquan Street. A funeral mass will be held starting at 11:00AM at Holy Apostles Church (St. Joseph the Worker) - 1 Maquan Street. Burial will be held privately by the family on another day.
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(National statement from the VFW) -- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It is with deep sadness that the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announces the passing of past VFW Commander-in-Chief Clifford G. "Cliff" Olson Jr.
Clifford G. Olson Jr., of Bryantville, Massachusetts was elected Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars during the 84th annual national convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, August 19, 1983. The organization surpassed the two-million-member mark for the first time during his term.
Olson was born in the Dorchester section of Boston and graduated from Hyde Park High School.
Entering the U.S. Navy at age 17, he became an air crewman and hydraulic specialist and served from 1951-1959. During the Korean War he was assigned to Patrol Squadron 7, a P2V aircraft unit, which provided air cover for the 7th Fleet and worked extensively carrying out anti-submarine patrols, weather reconnaissance and intelligence missions.
He initially became involved with the VFW through the athletic and community activity programs sponsored by Lower Mills Memorial Post 8699 in the Boston suburb of Mattapan. Becoming active in the administration of the Post, he was elected Post Commander in 1964-1965 and was accorded All-State honors in those years. Olson was an All-American District Commander in 1971 and 1972 and an All-American Department Commander for the State of Massachusetts in 1978-79. He was primarily responsible for the establishment of many new programs in the Department including the Cancer Sticker Program, various cancer research programs and assistance projects for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Following his tenure as Commander-in-Chief, Olson served on several VFW national committees and as Post quartermaster from July 2010 – November 2014 and was a Gold Legacy Life member of VFW Post 144 North End Post in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Clifford was raised in Lower Mills and was a graduate from Hyde Park High School. He joined the United States Navy and served for many years. In 1953 he married the love of his life, Lenore (Bruce), and the two settled in Lower Mills to raise their family. Cliff worked for the MBTA as a laborer for many years. His greatest accomplishment was becoming the National Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Cliff was an outgoing man with a larger than life personality. He was quite the storyteller and loved to tell stories of years past to anyone who would listen. He was very generous and was constantly helping others. Clifford enjoyed collecting lighthouses, boating on his lake, going to Plymouth for lobster and vacationing in Aruba. He was very proud of his home that he built for his family. Above all, he most loved spending time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren.
Clifford was the loving husband of 69 years to Lenore D. Olson. Father of James Olson and his late wife Patricia of Dorchester, John Olson and his wife Marysusan Couturier of Framingham, Joseph Olson of S. Weymouth, Jean Marie Lanctot and her husband Mark of Sandown, NH. Grandfather of Katie McDonough and her husband Eamonn, Michael Olson, Michelle Lee Olson and her fiance Nick, Matthew Olson, Patrick Olson, Robert Olson, Jennifer Olson, William Olson, Ryan Clifford Lanctot, Evan Lanctot, and Julia Lanctot. Brother of the late Gladys Hain, late Barbara Ambrosino, Edith Salari, Donna Colomey, Carol Colomey, late Sheila Sweeny, and William Ryan. Great-grandfather of Aria and James McDonough. Longtime friend of Heidi Olson. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and great friends.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 21st from 9:00AM-10:45AM at Sullivan Funeral Home in Hanson - 2 Maquan Street. A funeral mass will be held starting at 11:00AM at Holy Apostles Church (St. Joseph the Worker) - 1 Maquan Street. Burial will be held privately by the family on another day.
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(National statement from the VFW) -- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It is with deep sadness that the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announces the passing of past VFW Commander-in-Chief Clifford G. "Cliff" Olson Jr.
Clifford G. Olson Jr., of Bryantville, Massachusetts was elected Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars during the 84th annual national convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, August 19, 1983. The organization surpassed the two-million-member mark for the first time during his term.
Olson was born in the Dorchester section of Boston and graduated from Hyde Park High School.
Entering the U.S. Navy at age 17, he became an air crewman and hydraulic specialist and served from 1951-1959. During the Korean War he was assigned to Patrol Squadron 7, a P2V aircraft unit, which provided air cover for the 7th Fleet and worked extensively carrying out anti-submarine patrols, weather reconnaissance and intelligence missions.
He initially became involved with the VFW through the athletic and community activity programs sponsored by Lower Mills Memorial Post 8699 in the Boston suburb of Mattapan. Becoming active in the administration of the Post, he was elected Post Commander in 1964-1965 and was accorded All-State honors in those years. Olson was an All-American District Commander in 1971 and 1972 and an All-American Department Commander for the State of Massachusetts in 1978-79. He was primarily responsible for the establishment of many new programs in the Department including the Cancer Sticker Program, various cancer research programs and assistance projects for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Following his tenure as Commander-in-Chief, Olson served on several VFW national committees and as Post quartermaster from July 2010 – November 2014 and was a Gold Legacy Life member of VFW Post 144 North End Post in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
(Sullivan Funeral Home) -- Clifford G. Olson, Jr., of Bryantville, passed away on July 13, 2022 at the age of 88. He was the son of the late Agnes (Goss) Ryan.
Clifford was raised in Lower Mills and was a graduate from Hyde Park High School. He joined the United States Navy and served for many years. In 1953 he married the love of his life, Lenore (Bruce), and the two settled in Lower Mills to raise their family. Cliff worked for the MBTA as a laborer for many years. His greatest accomplishment was becoming the National Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Cliff was an outgoing man with a larger than life personality. He was quite the storyteller and loved to tell stories of years past to anyone who would listen. He was very generous and was constantly helping others. Clifford enjoyed collecting lighthouses, boating on his lake, going to Plymouth for lobster and vacationing in Aruba. He was very proud of his home that he built for his family. Above all, he most loved spending time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren.
Clifford was the loving husband of 69 years to Lenore D. Olson. Father of James Olson and his late wife Patricia of Dorchester, John Olson and his wife Marysusan Couturier of Framingham, Joseph Olson of S. Weymouth, Jean Marie Lanctot and her husband Mark of Sandown, NH. Grandfather of Katie McDonough and her husband Eamonn, Michael Olson, Michelle Lee Olson and her fiance Nick, Matthew Olson, Patrick Olson, Robert Olson, Jennifer Olson, William Olson, Ryan Clifford Lanctot, Evan Lanctot, and Julia Lanctot. Brother of the late Gladys Hain, late Barbara Ambrosino, Edith Salari, Donna Colomey, Carol Colomey, late Sheila Sweeny, and William Ryan. Great-grandfather of Aria and James McDonough. Longtime friend of Heidi Olson. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and great friends.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 21st from 9:00AM-10:45AM at Sullivan Funeral Home in Hanson - 2 Maquan Street. A funeral mass will be held starting at 11:00AM at Holy Apostles Church (St. Joseph the Worker) - 1 Maquan Street. Burial will be held privately by the family on another day.
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(National statement from the VFW) -- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It is with deep sadness that the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announces the passing of past VFW Commander-in-Chief Clifford G. "Cliff" Olson Jr.
Clifford G. Olson Jr., of Bryantville, Massachusetts was elected Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars during the 84th annual national convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, August 19, 1983. The organization surpassed the two-million-member mark for the first time during his term.
Olson was born in the Dorchester section of Boston and graduated from Hyde Park High School.
Entering the U.S. Navy at age 17, he became an air crewman and hydraulic specialist and served from 1951-1959. During the Korean War he was assigned to Patrol Squadron 7, a P2V aircraft unit, which provided air cover for the 7th Fleet and worked extensively carrying out anti-submarine patrols, weather reconnaissance and intelligence missions.
He initially became involved with the VFW through the athletic and community activity programs sponsored by Lower Mills Memorial Post 8699 in the Boston suburb of Mattapan. Becoming active in the administration of the Post, he was elected Post Commander in 1964-1965 and was accorded All-State honors in those years. Olson was an All-American District Commander in 1971 and 1972 and an All-American Department Commander for the State of Massachusetts in 1978-79. He was primarily responsible for the establishment of many new programs in the Department including the Cancer Sticker Program, various cancer research programs and assistance projects for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Following his tenure as Commander-in-Chief, Olson served on several VFW national committees and as Post quartermaster from July 2010 – November 2014 and was a Gold Legacy Life member of VFW Post 144 North End Post in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Clifford was raised in Lower Mills and was a graduate from Hyde Park High School. He joined the United States Navy and served for many years. In 1953 he married the love of his life, Lenore (Bruce), and the two settled in Lower Mills to raise their family. Cliff worked for the MBTA as a laborer for many years. His greatest accomplishment was becoming the National Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Cliff was an outgoing man with a larger than life personality. He was quite the storyteller and loved to tell stories of years past to anyone who would listen. He was very generous and was constantly helping others. Clifford enjoyed collecting lighthouses, boating on his lake, going to Plymouth for lobster and vacationing in Aruba. He was very proud of his home that he built for his family. Above all, he most loved spending time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren.
Clifford was the loving husband of 69 years to Lenore D. Olson. Father of James Olson and his late wife Patricia of Dorchester, John Olson and his wife Marysusan Couturier of Framingham, Joseph Olson of S. Weymouth, Jean Marie Lanctot and her husband Mark of Sandown, NH. Grandfather of Katie McDonough and her husband Eamonn, Michael Olson, Michelle Lee Olson and her fiance Nick, Matthew Olson, Patrick Olson, Robert Olson, Jennifer Olson, William Olson, Ryan Clifford Lanctot, Evan Lanctot, and Julia Lanctot. Brother of the late Gladys Hain, late Barbara Ambrosino, Edith Salari, Donna Colomey, Carol Colomey, late Sheila Sweeny, and William Ryan. Great-grandfather of Aria and James McDonough. Longtime friend of Heidi Olson. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and great friends.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 21st from 9:00AM-10:45AM at Sullivan Funeral Home in Hanson - 2 Maquan Street. A funeral mass will be held starting at 11:00AM at Holy Apostles Church (St. Joseph the Worker) - 1 Maquan Street. Burial will be held privately by the family on another day.
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(National statement from the VFW) -- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It is with deep sadness that the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announces the passing of past VFW Commander-in-Chief Clifford G. "Cliff" Olson Jr.
Clifford G. Olson Jr., of Bryantville, Massachusetts was elected Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars during the 84th annual national convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, August 19, 1983. The organization surpassed the two-million-member mark for the first time during his term.
Olson was born in the Dorchester section of Boston and graduated from Hyde Park High School.
Entering the U.S. Navy at age 17, he became an air crewman and hydraulic specialist and served from 1951-1959. During the Korean War he was assigned to Patrol Squadron 7, a P2V aircraft unit, which provided air cover for the 7th Fleet and worked extensively carrying out anti-submarine patrols, weather reconnaissance and intelligence missions.
He initially became involved with the VFW through the athletic and community activity programs sponsored by Lower Mills Memorial Post 8699 in the Boston suburb of Mattapan. Becoming active in the administration of the Post, he was elected Post Commander in 1964-1965 and was accorded All-State honors in those years. Olson was an All-American District Commander in 1971 and 1972 and an All-American Department Commander for the State of Massachusetts in 1978-79. He was primarily responsible for the establishment of many new programs in the Department including the Cancer Sticker Program, various cancer research programs and assistance projects for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Following his tenure as Commander-in-Chief, Olson served on several VFW national committees and as Post quartermaster from July 2010 – November 2014 and was a Gold Legacy Life member of VFW Post 144 North End Post in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
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