Canandaigua, NY:  October 9, 2020

Thomas A. Olsen passed away at his home after a long illness on October 9, 2020 at the age of 67. He was predeceased by Amelia and Thomas Olsen. Tom is survived by his sisters, Rita, Kathy, Mary, Janet, and Sue.

Tom had many friends. While growing up in Pittsford, you could find Tom down the street with his friend Mike. Mike was like a brother to him, especially since Tom was the only boy in a family of 5 girls. Burt, also a great friend, shared many good times with Tom. A special thank you to Burt who was there for him when Tom was battling cancer.

Tom loved his cars, trucks, and motorcycles. The 1959 Chrysler Saratoga that Tom drove from Alabama was his pride and joy and he was going to restore it someday! Ford trucks (no Chevys) especially the “Beast”. Tom certainly had a variety of trucks and cars parked on his property! Tom also loved his Triumph, Yamaha, and especially Goldwing motorcycles (don’t even mention Harley Davidsons). Tom loved tinkering with motors and raced go-karts in which he won several trophies - not bad for a guy who started racing go-karts in his 50s. Tom loved his cats and especially his dog, Foxy!

Tom, a self-taught man, worked as a cable lineman down south and all over the eastern seaboard.

A celebration of life was held on August 21, 2022, at Hopkins Point Lodge in Mendon Ponds Park.



Published in the Genesee Valley Penny Saver on August 4, 2022.  

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