James Jesse Olmstead, III
James Jesse Olmstead, III, formerly of Western Springs. Beloved husband of the late Patricia. Loving father of Kimberlee (Paul) Ostrowski, David (Laura), Gregory (Mary) Olmstead and James Olmstead, IV (Lisa). Devoted grandfather of 11. Dear great-grandfather of 5. Fond brother of Gerard (Cathy) and the late Gilbert (late Camille) Olmstead. Dear uncle of many. Visitation 4 to 8pm Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Family and friends are asked to meet at St. John of the Cross Church, Western Springs for Funeral Mass at 9:45am Sat., Nov. 24, 2018. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Scleroderma Foundation appreciated. James was at J. Sterling Morton East High School from 1959 – 1998, as a teacher/coach, guidance counselor, dean of students, and principal. Funeral home phone 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com
So sorry for your loss. Prayers sent
Mr. Olmstead was a great Principal. He embodied Morton Pride.
So very sorry for your loss, but heaven’s gain. Mr. Olmstead was a wonderful principal.
So very sorry for your loss. Mr. Olmstead was a great counselor and teacher.
My sympathies to the entire family.
So sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences.
Prayers and condolences to the Olmstead family.
Sorry for your loss! this made me sad to hear. We are losing a lot of parents in our group this year
before turning age 50. Thank you for your dedication to Morton East, Mr. Olmstead., rest in peace.
Kim Mustangs class of 87