DEGRASSE - John “Johnny O.” D. Olmstead, 74, of DeGrasse died Monday, January 20, 2025 at the home of his loving companion while in the company of his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held for close friends and family at a later time.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.
Johnny O. was born February 16, 1950 in Brownville, NY. He was a son of the late John P. and Grace (Sevey) Olmstead and graduated from Colton-Pierrepont Central School in 1968.
After graduating high school he went into the Carpenters Local #277 Union where he worked as a Millwright/Carpenter for 40+ years, retiring in 2009.
John was married to Deborah Mousaw and later to Mary Empie.
He is survived by his companion of 22 years Rini McFerran of Degrasse; a daughter Kristin Olmstead of Hudson Falls NY; three sons “Jay” (Sara Peabody) Olmstead of Potsdam NY, Cole (Stephanie) of Royal Oak MI and Corey Olmstead of Troy NY; four grandchildren Amelia and Frederick of MI and Abigail and Bryce of Potsdam; two sisters Mary Thisse of Potsdam, Pam Poste of Hannawa Falls; a brother Danny Olmstead of Potsdam; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved Golden Girl- “Keltey Grace”.
He was predeceased by his parents; brothers Mike, Gary, Toady and Ricky.
Johnny O. was a past member of DCSR Volunteer Fire Department, Deer Haven Hunting Club, Parishville Hunting Club, Potsdam Elks Club, Foothills ATV Club and Dirt Dogs ATV Club. He was also an avid hunter, loved riding ATV’s and NASCAR on TV and at the tracks.
Lawrence Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Canton has been entrusted to Johnny O.’s care and arrangements.
Tributes, photos and condolences may be shared by visiting www.lawrencefuneralhome.org.