Brandon Jerome ''Bj'' Olsen Obituary (1983 - 2004)

BRIGHAM CITY- Brandon Jerome Olsen, known to us all as "BJ," passed away Friday morning, February 20, 2004 while doing what he loved to do, swimming. BJ was born in Brigham City, Utah on January 29, 1983 to Kim and Audrey Olsen. BJ's life, as short as it was, can be summarized in one word - LOVE. He had a great love for people, and everything around him. BJ was one that viewed life as a journey, not a destination, and he loved the journey. BJ had many friends, and he was always willing to help them when they needed it most. He had an incredible love for children, and they loved him even more. His love of children was exemplified through his service as a Primary Teacher in the 14th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he was a member. He will be greatly be missed by all. Volleyball and swimming were two of his favorite sports. He also really enjoyed playing games with family and friends - the greatest game in his mind, of course, was Monopoly. He would try to persuade anyone he could to play, friends or family, and enjoyed it all regardless of whether he won or lost. BJ is survived by his parents Kim and Audrey Olsen; sisters Shandra Leigh (Sis) and Tasha Marie (Squirt); grandparents, Ross & Joan Olsen, Archie & ReNee Duerden; Great-Grandmother, Bertha Jensen, all of Brigham City and Great-Grandmother Odetta Offret of Ogden. He also has many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. in the Brigham City 14th Ward Chapel, 650 Anderson Drive. Friends may call on Monday, February 23, 2004 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 South 100 East, Brigham City, and prior to services on Tuesday, February 24 at the church. Interment will be in the Mantua City Cemetery. BJ you will be loved and missed by us all. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 February 23, 2004 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceBrigham City 14th Ward Chapel 650 Anderson Dr. Brigham City, UT 84302 February 24, 2004 11:00 AM CemeteryMantua Cemetery Mantua, UT 84324 February 24, 2004 12:00 PM