Robert F. Olson of Medford passed away on March 9. He was 77 years old. Robert was the beloved husband of Roberta L. (Fecas) Olson. Born in Medford, he was the cherished son of the late Howard and Julia (Reilly) Olson.
Robert served in the United States Coast Guard from 1962 to1966. Prior to his retirement, Robert was a member of the Teamsters Union and then went on to work for the City of Medford School Department. Robert was a member of the Irish/American Club of Malden. He was also a New England Patriots fan.
Robert was the devoted father of Lisa Marshall and her husband Wayne of Chester, NH, Gary Olson and his wife Elizabeth of Derry, NH, Paul Olson of Londonderry, NH, Drew Olson and his wife Robin of Derry, NH, and Michelle Robinson and her husband Keith of Greer, SC. He was the adored grandfather of Cameron, Ben, and Naomi Marshall, Erik, Adam and Kyle Olson, Samantha and Hayleigh Olson and Sara and Autumn Olson. Robert was the dear brother of Joseph Olson of Palm Springs, CA. and the late Bette Allen.
Interment in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, in Bourne will be private. Contributions in his memory can be made to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, MA Chapter, 72 East Concord St., Boston, MA 02118.