John R. Olsen ’64 MAT

John R. Olsen ’64 MAT, of Cranston, R.I.; Mar. 29. He taught English for 30 years at Cranston High School West. During his tenure, he created Contempora, an annually printed collection of short stories, poems, and sketches by students. In retirement, he continued to teach as an associate professor at Johnson & Wales University until 2015. He also volunteered teaching adult literacy skills at Crossroads in Providence. He enjoyed listening and dancing to jazz and blues music and traveling. He is survived by his wife, Mily; a son and daughter-in-law; a stepdaughter; a granddaughter; a sister; and nieces and nephews.