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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1963

Page

2

Floyd H Olson dies after long illness

Floyd H Olson, 62, died Friday in Chappell hospital after months of illness. Funeral services were held April 22 at Grace Lutheran Church Chappell. He was a barber for over 40 years and operated the Bennington barbershop since 1946. He served in the U S Air Force 14 months during World War II and had cut hair for notable figures including Truman Peterson Howard Gable Tracy and Stewart. He is survived by his wife Violet daughter Cheryl Lea stepson Mervin three grandchildren and several siblings.

Grace Lutheran Chappell Bennington Olson Omaha Harry Truman United States Val Peterson Edgar Howard Columbus Gunther and Shirley Panama Canal General Wainright Clark Gable Spencer Tracy Jimmy Stewart

Floyd Olsen Remembered by Local Old-Timers

Residents who recall longtime figure Floyd Olsen share memories of his presence in the community and the impact he had on local affairs.

Floyd Olsen

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