Edward James Olszewski

Edward James “Bubba” Olszewski, 64, of Goodview, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019. He was born on December 8, 1954 in Maspeth, NY. He was the son of the late Edward J. Olszewski and Eileen Garuta.

Edward served his country in the United Sates Army. He retired as SSGT with 21 years’ service. He was a man’s man. He loved fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and hunting especially deer hunting. He was also an avid gun collector and loved spending time in the outdoors with his family and friends. He was loved by so many and will be missed dearly by his family and friends.

Edward was survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Leeann Olszewski; three children, Jamie A. Olszewski, Tiffany A. Olszewski and her son, Michael Grant, Timothy E. Kelley and spouse, Angie Adams and their family; one sister, Mary Ann Jarzembowski; also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and so many friends.

For those wishing to make memorial contributions in Edward’s memory please consider, Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018. https://co.clickandpledge.com/advanced/default.aspx?wid=46533

A memorial service and celebration of Edward’s life will be conducted at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Tharp Funeral Chapel in Bedford. To send condolences online visit obituaries.tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.