Ronald Marlin Olson, 52, of Glenwood

    Ronald Marlin Olson, 52, of Glenwood, entered into eternal rest on July 25, 2010, in Council Bluffs. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday) from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Glenwood. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 29, 2010, at 10 a.m., at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Pastor Marale Neklein will officiate. Interment will be in the Glenwood Cemetery.

    He was born May 29, 1958, as well as raised in Des Moines, to Raymond Olson and Gloria (Rife) Barquist. Ron was united in marriage to Melissa Kay Glazebrook on June 28, 1997, in Glenwood, where they made their home. Ron was employed with Midwest Veterinary Supply as a pharmaceutical sales representative. He had been deeply involved in Little Rams Football and acted as president and coach for many years. Ron loved riding his Harley trike, going fishing and spending time with his family and friends. He was loved by all and gave all. Ron will be fondly remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all who knew and loved him. He will be forever missed.

    Preceding Ron in death was his step-father, Dr. Harry Barquist; daughter, Sheena Marie Haven; two grandsons, Aaron and Austin Micek. He is survived by his wife, Melissa Olson of Glenwood; children, Shannon Olson Micek of Ankeny; Derek Olson, Landon Olson, Austin Olson all of Glenwood; three grandchildren, Cassandra Micek, Spencer Micek and Ashley-Marie Hix; siblings, John and wife Shari Olson of West Des Moines; Kimberly and husband Dale Thede of Urbandale; Don and wife Marla Olson of West Des Moines; step-sisters, Karen and husband Gary Mager of Burnsville, Minn.; Kristine and husband James Higdon of Des Moines; nieces, nephews, extended relatives and a host of friends.

    A memorial fund has been established. Peterson Mortuary in Glenwood is in charge of arrangements.