Edwin Charles Olmsted
May 27, 1929 ~ August 7, 2021
Edwin Charles Olmsted, 92, died August 7, 2021 in Danville. He was born in Bainbridge, NY on May 27, 1929 to the late Charles E and Edith E Noxon Olmsted. Edwin graduated from Bainbridge High School and served in the US Air Force from 1951-1955 during the Korean War as Rank Staff Sergeant. He entered Federal Aviation Admin in 1956 and served as radar air traffic controller at New York City, Binghamton, NY and as Area Supervisor radar air traffic controller at Elmira, NY. Edwin completed FAA Management Training at Cameron College, Lawton Oklahoma. In addition, he received technical computer science training at Broome Community College and Suny Binghamton. Edwin served in many capacities including president of NY State International Airshow. He retired on January 1, 1986, at which point he became a member of Southern Tier Retired Lions. He enjoyed travel, boating, do-it-yourself projects, and most of all his family.
Edwin married Bev Edson, his wife of thirty-six years, in Kingston, NY on August 23, 1960 until her death. In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his son, Steven Williams; four sisters, Ruth, Lana, June and Elma; and his brother John Olmsted.
He is survived by his daughters, Joan (Patrick) Cruttenden and Gwenn (Tom) Neilen; his sons, Fred (Donna) Olmsted; his niece, Jennifer (David) Ortega; his ten grandchildren, Matthew Cruttenden, Laura (Bradley) Slone, Michael (Whitney) Neilen, Shawn Hancock, Beth (Chris) Eddy, Fred Olmsted Jr, Charlie Olmsted, Katie Olmsted, Eric (Sherry) Williams, Mike Williams, Scott (Shannon) Williams; and several great-grandchildren.
Private services will take place for family and he will be buried in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY beside his wife. Memorial donations are suggested to Heritage Hospice. Please sign t he online guestbook and send a Hugs from Home program.
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Joan, Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I certainly know the pain you are going through losing your dad. Hugs!!!!! See you soon!
We Love you!
Joan, I\’m so sorry. Please know that you\’re in my prayers during this time of sadness. Peace be with you.
The Lord Be With You
Joan and Pat, Although there are no words to take your sorrow away, know that we are giving you all our hugs, prayers and friendship while you grieve. May you feel all the blessings being sent your way.
Prayers to his family.
Joan, Pat and Family – I was saddened to see the passing of your sweet father. He always had a smile and a wave when he walked his dog by our house. He was such a kind soul and we hope the memories made with him help heal your hearts! Sending hugs!!
Peace be with you
Good memories. Miss U.
My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Dear Joan, Pat, and all of Ed’s loving family, I am very sorry to learn of Ed’s passing. What a special man. I know he loved and cherished being with family and friends. I am absolutely honored that I had the privilege to know him many years ago. I will never forget his chuckle; It was contagious! He always found the good in everyone and everything. His positive outlook was unmatched. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cherish every memory and tell stories of him often to your children so Ed is always with you. He is now reunited with his beautiful bride in the most wonderful place imaginable. They will continue to keep watch over and comfort you. Sending love and my deepest condolences to you all, Brian
So sorry to hear of your dad\’s passing. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Dad and I were so sorry to hear of Ed\’s passing. He was a super guy and we know you will miss him dearly. We are praying for you and your family.