Michael K. Olesh, 48, of Fredericksburg, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was the husband of Kimberly A. (Breidegan) Olesh, of Fredericksburg. They celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary this past October.
Born in Lebanon on Jan. 4, 1975, he was the son of Cathy M. (Morningwake) Olesh, of Myerstown, and the late Jonathan J. “Bear” Olesh Sr.
He graduated from Tulpehocken High School with the Class of 1992. He was the owner of Mike Olesh Remodeling. He was an avid hunter, coached Little League Baseball for seven years, and was head coach of the Fredericksburg Jr. Legion Baseball Team. In the past, he raced cars at Linda’s Speedway, enjoyed going upstate to the family cabin in Potter County, and was very active in the community.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Logan M. Olesh, of Fredericksburg; daughter, Breanna R. Olesh, of Fredericksburg; brother, Jonathan J., husband of Rhonda Olesh Jr., of Fredericksburg; and sister, Nicole M., wife of Cory Deshong, of Myerstown.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Rte. 72 & Camp Meeting Road, Jonestown. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, a college fund has been set up for Logan and Breanna. Contributions can be made to www.gofundme.com/f/college-fund-for-breanna-and-logan.
