Leon F. Olson, aged 85, of Pierson passed away Thursday, January 8, 2004 at Metron of Big Rapids. He was preceded in death by his sister, Esther Bakhan. Surviving are his wife, Laura F. (Nordenberg) Olson; six children, Mitchell (Connie) Olson of Gowen, Michael (Sherry) Olson and Kevin (Jan) Olson of Pierson, Cassie (John) Simmons of Gowen, Diana Olson of Benzonia, Marshall (Yvonne) Olson of Coral; 17grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Beulah (George) Dann of Pierson; several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm on Monday at the Body of Christ Family Church, Howard City with Rev. Glen Mayo officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to the American Red Cross have been suggested.