Floyd Olesen

After a sudden severe illness, Floyd Olesen, 87, of Petersburg, Illinois left this life November 10, 2022, to join his beloved wife, Sue, in his next life. Floyd was born March 15, 1935, and married the love of his life, Sue Sperry Olesen in 1955 and they had a strong and loving marriage until the date of her passing on May 10, 2009. Floyd and Sue were exemplary role models to their children and others on the meaning of marriage, on how to live a life full of goodness and kindness and on the importance of family. Always loving to his family, Floyd, during his last days, was able to fully express his pride in, and love and hopes for, his children and grandchildren during touching conversations he was able to have with each of them individually, an opportunity his family has called his “Farewell Tour,” and which was so perfectly done by Floyd that we joked he must have secretly been binge watching the Hallmark Channel. He passed away without struggle, at his home, surrounded by family under a very brief hospice care. Floyd was always proud and thankful to be a resident of Menard County for 50 years. Floyd and Sue referred to Menard County as “God’s Country.” He touched the lives of many people during his work as a truck driver, grain elevator operator and driver for Menard County Seniors and through his many acts of kindness and helpfulness, even when not asked first. It was said that Floyd “gave the best hugs” and his humor and quick wit brought smiles and laughter (and some eye rolls) to many and he will be remembered for his never ending “Floyd-isms” and all of his “advice,” whether solicited or not. Floyd could have been (unofficially was) the “Public Relations Director” for PORTA and Menard County. He was a loyal and vocal supporter of Bluejays Sports and, at times, the in-the-stands stats keeper, as well as the “coach” from the bleachers or field, quick to make suggestions on what he perceived as needed adjustments. Floyd especially touched the lives of his family. He was a devoted and loving husband to Sue (or “Honey” to Floyd) who preceded him in death by too many years. Floyd was a man of simple pleasures, with activities with his family, and the well-being of his family, always his priority. His eye never left that ball, and we knew it and felt it. His family is so grateful to have had him as Dad and “Pa,” and a role model, for as long as we did. Floyd is survived by his adoring children Debbie Boeker (Tom Owen) of Tallula, Cheri Olesen of Petersburg, Peter Olesen and wife Judy of Petersburg, and Kathy Olesen (Lois Adams) of Petersburg. Floyd is also survived by his grandchildren and great grandchildren to whom he is “Pa.” His surviving grandchildren include Rachel Boeker (Jimmy Lenhart), Krista Boeker, Stowe Olesen (Alexis), Jay Basso, Jodi Neptun (Dan) and Molly Gambrel (Ben). His great grandchildren include Eli Eberle, Morgan Neptun, Frankie Neptun, Cali Gambrel, Ty Gambrel and Anthony Eberle. A funeral service will be held for Floyd on Monday, November 14 th, 2022, at 10:30 AM at Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, IL. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM also at the funeral home. The burial will be held at Rosehill Cemetery in Petersburg. Memorials may be made to the PORTA Sports Boosters or the Menard County EMS. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.

Floyd Olesen

March 15, 1935 - November 10, 2022

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