Janice Olson Obituary
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Janice Louise Olson, the daughter of Earl Raymond and Aldean (Jacobson) Olson, was born September 13, 1934 on a farm between Bode and Livermore, Iowa. She graduated from Bode Community Schools in 1952. On November 19, 1951, Janice was united in marriage to Marlyn Pflibsen with whom she had three children. Marlyn passed away February 5, 1993. She married Ronald Parker November 8, 1997.
Janice was a member of the St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Bode. She enjoyed travel which included riding her bike across the United States and traveling to all seven continents. She was known as the Lefse lady having made thousands of lefse. She skydived for her 60th and 80th birthdays. She was an avid quilter making numerous quilts and wall hangings.
Left to cherish Janice's memory are her children, Jeanne (Steve) Gibson and Julie (Pete) Mertz; daughter-in-law, Kathy Pflibsen; grandchildren, Ben Pflibsen, Jim Mertz, and Sharon Hanson; six great grandchildren; and #2 son, Larry Jenson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Aldean; husbands, Marlyn and Ronald; and son, Clay.
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Ann Wittrock
January 8, 2025
My family met Janice and Ron sitting at a nearby table at Godfather's Pizza. They were easy to get to know; Warm, receiving, and friendly. From that moment, we stayed in touch. We'd easily share a laugh together. Annually, as July 4 would near, I could always expect a phone call from Janice inviting us to watch fireworks with her. What a generous invitation! We felt honored and special. Although our kids enjoyed the special spot to view the fireworks, I think she and I talked more than watched! God Bless you Janice! Enjoy your new view of the fireworks!
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Margaret Olson
January 3, 2025
Janice and I knew each other most of our lives, going to the same school and then of course, I eventually married her brother, Bob. Our lives diverged at that time, as she and her husband, Marlyn remained farming in the Bode area and Bob and I lived in a variety of distant places during the Navy and Bob's veterinary practice but we always stayed in touch, and after our husbands died we maintained a warm relationship through letters and occasional visits.
I think anyone that knew her was aware of the variety of skills she had and her pleasure in the creations from quilting to a wide variety of handwork. I was always amazed that she could crochet or knit while on a long drive. And everyone knew of her adventurous spirit!
She kept me in touch with people we had known long ago, and the years of devotion she had for St. Olaf's church and its history. She led a long , busy life with many interests and experiences and I will miss the conversations and remembrances we shared.
May she rest in peace and in God's love. Marge Olson (Olson)
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