Debra Diane Olsen, 65, passed peacefully at home, on September 4, 2025 in Colorado

Springs, Colorado. She was born in Tucson, Arizona, on June 29, 1960, and was a

long-time resident of Colorado Springs. Debby earned a Master’s degree in Business

Administration and enjoyed a career in computer technology. She delighted in all

children and most enjoyed her time as a teacher’s aid working with special needs

children throughout Colorado Springs. Debby loved Colorado Springs and the

mountains and never missed an opportunity to walk, hike, and bike with family and

friends. She also enjoyed going to church, knitting, music, animals, coffee, and books.

Debby was a passionate gardener and found contentment in watering the xeriscape

garden she created at home, that which many animals still enjoy today. She truly loved

and accepted all people and was always making new friends. No one was immune to

her smile and kind heart. Debby is survived by her husband, John Olsen; her children,

Jon (Michelle) Olsen, Robert (Lauren) Olsen and Alixandria (Connor) Bruson. Father,

James Hennessy and mother, Charlotte Cottingham. Brother, Danny Hennessy. Sisters;

Cheryl (Thomas) Sechelski and Martha Hennessy and her sisters’ children and

grandchildren whom Debby loved dearly. Six grandchildren who lovingly know her as

“Pink Grandma.” Debby was preceded in death by her baby boy, Matthew Ryan Olsen

and her granddaughter, Audra Diane Olsen. God’s light shined brightly through Debby

and she was the embodiment of joy. Those that loved her and were loved by her are

truly blessed. Deb, we love you and you will be greatly missed! A special heartfelt thank

you to daughter-in-law, Lauren and great friend Donna McDonald for lovingly assisting

in Debby’s care.

A celebration of life is planned for a later date. Those who wish to honor Debby are

encouraged to make a donation to Special Kids Special Families, 1915 Aerotech Dr.,

Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80916