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In memory of
Dr. Olin Blair van Dyck
April 2, 1939 - November 5, 2025
Apr 2, 1939 - Nov 5, 2025
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Olin van Dyck was born on April 2, 1939, and passed away on November 5, 2025. A man of intelligence and charm, Olin lived a fulfilling life, touching many with his kindness and love.
Olin is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda van Dyck, their two children, Christopher van Dyck (Patty) and Stephanie Nakhleh (Charlie), and his cherished grandchildren, Emily Flores (Gabe), Julia Nakhleh (Juanmi Martinez), Eric van Dyck, and Aidan Nakhleh, …
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Although I only met him that one time when we met in ABQ for dinner, I could tell hew was a compassionate, smart and ca…
Although I only met him that one time when we met in ABQ for dinner, I could tell hew was a compass…
Although I only met him that one time when we met in ABQ for din…
Seeing Olin's obituary brought back a flood of good memories. I had known Olin for nearly 60 years. During that time …
Seeing Olin's obituary brought back a flood of good memories. I had known Olin for nearly 60 years…
Seeing Olin's obituary brought back a flood of good memories. I…
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What were Olin's favorite artists or styles of art?
He did admire his ancestor, Anthony van Dyck
He did admire his ancestor, Anthony van Dyck
He did admire his ancestor, Anthony van Dyck
What causes did Olin care about most?
Women's Rights
Planned Parenthood
Education
Women's Rights
Planned Parenthood
Education
Women's Rights
Planned Parenthood
Education
What were Olin's favorite ways to exercise?
Biking
Skiing
Biking
Skiing
Biking
Skiing
What were Olin's favorite movies?
Casablanca
Airplane!
Blazing Saddles
Casablanca
Airplane!
Blazing Saddles
Casablanca
Airplane!
Blazing Saddles
Timeline
Born
April 2nd, 1939
Graduated from college
1961
Amherst College, Amherst, MA
BS in Physics
Graduated from graduate school
1969
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Ph.D in Physics
Survived by
Linda van Dyck
Wife
Christopher van Dyck (Patty)
Son
Stephanie Nakhleh ( Charlie)
Daughter
Emily Flores (Gabe)
Granddaughter
Julia Nakhleh (Juanmi Martinez)
Granddaughter
Eric van Dyck
Grandson
Aidan Nakhleh
Grandson
Karine Flores
Great-granddaughter
Sara Chesluk
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