Obituary of Harry N. Olafsen

Harry N. Olafsen, age 66 of West Norriton, PA lost his battle with lung cancer on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Cathleen A. Olafsen (Pergine), along with 6 children: Michelle Smith, Nicole Cobb (Jack), Sarah Alleva (Michael), Stephanie Olafsen, Harry Olafsen (Christopher), Hannah Lynch (Blaze); 7 grandchildren: Destiny, Shelby, Taylor, Logan, Bellatrix, Narcissa, and Kai; and 2 great-grandchildren: Zakari and Leon. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Harry was born on July 5, 1958, in Conshohocken to the late John T. Olafsen and Anna Denno Olafsen. Harry is survived by his brothers John C. Olafsen of North Wales and Robert Freeland of Ohio. Harry was preceded in death by his brother Walter Freeland and his sister Barbara Freeland Dare.

Harry served in the United States Army 82nd Airborne Division, specializing in parachute operations. Harry will be remembered by his family and friends for his humorous jokes and fun loving personality. For over 20 years, Harry worked at Weinstein Supply in Norristown. He also owned and operated Olafsen Janitorial, and he worked with DeMedio's Building Maintenance. He loved to watch movies, eat at Amedeo's, and visit Gettysburg often. He was an avid Washington Commanders fan, and he was happy to see them make the playoffs this season. In his younger years Harry loved listening to music, dancing, and playing softball with the local Men's softball leagues. He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.

Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, followed by his Funeral Service at 10:30 AM at Moore, Snear & Ruggiero Funeral Home, 300 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA.

Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery, West Conshohocken, PA.  

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made in Harry’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project by clicking here.

Arrangements by Moore, Snear & Ruggiero Funeral Home, 300 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA, (610) 828-0330
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