Allen Olswold

66, retired U S Navy, of DeSoto, TX passed away on July 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife: Kathy Olswold; sons & daughters in law: Cory & Emily Olswold and Jamie & Lynde Olswold; granddaughter: Logan Olswold; mother: Clarice Olswold; brothers: Eugene Olswold, Charles & wife Alice Olswold, Richard & wife Bonnie Olswold, Ronald & wife Debbie Olswold; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces & great nephews and his mother in law: Mary Finlon. There will be no viewing or visitation. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of West/Hurtt Funeral Home at 2:00 P.M. on Friday - August 23, 2013. There will be Memorial Graveside Services with Military Honors in the Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mt. Creek Pkwy., Dallas, TX at 11:00 A.M. on Friday - September 13, 2013. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, THE FAMILY REQUESTS MEMORIALS OR DONATIONS BE MADE IN ALLEN'S NAME TO THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS, 1-877-426-2838 OR www.dav.org PLEASE PROVIDE THE CHARITY WITH THE FAMILY'S NAME AND ADDRESS SO ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS MAY BE SENT. To the Mountain Man A chapter has ended, but the story not told A fellow has left us, with legacy of bold. To be missed and cause pain, is not what he’d need But an example of what, a fellow should heed. It is what anyone wants, and should last until; Maybe one follows those steps, to fully fulfill. One can never be done, with the life given us, For someone to continue the story, surely a must. Although sad for the loss and gap it will leave, Allen leaves us with something, in which to believe. The family left behind, with all its desires yet unmet, Leaves us those who might, just, do it yet. Our only hope, is to leave this place With a living trust, just in case! I’m sure Allen is proud, and left things as such Knowing that those who are left will do much. No better feeling, I’m sure he’d agree The pride in his family he’s surely to see. As I sit here writing this letter, Knowing he couldn’t have done things better. The love and remembrance of all those around, Leaves an indelible mark on this ground. Allen lived and admired the past, No greater gift is knowing it will last. As he goes to the greatest of all Rendezvous, I’m sure he’ll be waiting to see all of you. With no hurry in mind, he will be setting up camp Tanning some hide, and lighting the lamp. I’m sure preparations will be made, things will be set On that day we all finally all met. Until then, carry on in the comfort of knowing I’m sure Allen will have that campfire glowing. All my love, Tony