Memories of Rachel Lima Olson

In memory of

Rachel Lima Olson

Long Beach, CA, USA

1978 - February 13, 2021

1978 - Feb 13, 2021

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Eric Aragaki

I first met her at an AA meeting and we instantly connected. I knew she was going to make it! She was friends with my friends and that was a very nice surprise. The most fun I had with her was just enjoying her company, our talks and breaking bread with her at Lenny’s. It was always a good time with her because of her genuine heart, her laughter and her acceptance. I really miss her and I wish I had more time with her. Rest In Peace, Rachel. A hui hou mākou.

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Emily Brinton

Rachel,
I’ll never forget:
- Your morning smoothies
- Small silverware (she always gave me the tiny spoon because she knew I didn't like big spoons)
- ‘Helping’ you make white girl chicken enchiladas
- ‘Folding’ laundry
- ‘Walking’ Bear and Butters and taking lots of breaks because ‘Bear was tired’
- You saying hi to my co-workers during zoom calls
- You taking me to my car
- You always making me a to-go box of food – and sometimes even bringing them to me lol
- Picking out cute outfits for your next meeting
- Coordinating our Butters visits when she was a puppy
- You staying on hold with Kaiser for me because I didn’t have the patience to
- You talking my ear off
- Me talking your ear off
- How proud I am of you
- How amazing I think you are
- How much I love you
- Trading bras
- Making your bed before ‘the parents’ got home
- How much Reesie and Dusty loved you right off the bat…and we know Reesie doesn’t like any one new
- Gossiping in the kitchen during Haringa yard decorating party instead of actually helping
- How you always remembered that I didn’t like sweet and savory together and would separate food for me
- Would save the last whatever good beverage was in the garage fridge for me
- You were never phased by anything no matter how dramatic it was
- You would foresee that I was going to cry when something even slightly sad or happy came on tv
- How we would randomly have the ingredient you forgot to get at the store for dinner
- How much I miss you

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Angee McMullen

I met Rachel my freshman year at a Volleyball game. I went up to block a spike and she planted the ball in my face...lol Later on my first day at St. Anthony's; she recognized me from the game and affectionately called me Spalding! We were instant friends, she showed me the ropes and helped me get acclimated to the school. She was funny and incredibly sweet to me. She introduced me to all her friends and we started hanging out outside of school. I didn't stay very long at St. Anthony's; but we remained close and hung out almost every weekend either at my house or hers. When I moved away from CA, she visited me in VA. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding and she was my daughters Godmother. We spoke frequently keeping up on our gossip and giving each other advice and/or just an ear to vent with. I could tell stories of our adventures for days... I frequently did to my kids. My daughter spoke to her often and they kept tabs on each other via FB. There is no doubt in my mind that being friends with Rachel dramatically changed my life..I was and am a better person for having had her in my life..

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Sierra Fiala

She was my rock when I first got to Long Beach. Always making sure I was okay and never letting me be alone if I wasn’t.. that was the type of person she was. Big hearted and always picking you up if you were down or at least never letting you be alone. She was one of the strongest people I knew and no matter what had a smile on her face and walked around with confidence and pride of who she was. The love she had for her little meatball was undeniable. If it wasn’t for Rachel I’m not sure where I’d be right now, forever in our hearts. I love you mamas.
Xoxo,
Scoot

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Kate Legbandt

Rachel,
Thank you for calling me almost every single day last year. I know we didn't always keep in touch with each other over the last 25 years, but man I miss you so much. Thank you for sharing your life with me. Thank you for talking me into going to get help for drinking after you did the same. Thank you for always listening to me. Thank you for the laughs, the good times, the slumber parties, and everything you gave to our friendship. I used to laugh when people thought we looked just like sisters back in our 20's...I'm proud to call you my sister.

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Angela McMullen

Rachel and I met our freshman year at St. Anthony’s. We were instant friends. I was blessed to have shared way too may shenanigans to go into detail. Rachel’s kind spirit, loyalty, support, and unconditional love helped me through some of the hardest times of my life. In our 32-year friendship, Rachel has been a best friend, bridesmaid, keeper of secrets and warrior of support to anyone who dared wrong me. She was a cheerleader, shoulder to cry on, positive reminder that Life is too short to waste tears on unworthy lovers, husbands, and ex-friends. She reminded me that family was important, and that “blood” was not the only thing that made you family. She blessed me by loving me like family. All though we were separated by states and eventually an Ocean; she visited me several times, including coming to honor me by being my Daughter Ila Rose’s God Mother. We spoke frequently, and Ila has heard our stories and loved Rachel as much as I did.
Anyone who was blessed enough to have had her light in their life, was all the better for it. There are not enough words to express the loss of my dearest friend. But I know she is watching over all her loved ones and we will feel her presence in the crashing of the waves, the laughter of a good time, the melody of a favorite shared song and I will keep her memory alive, not just for myself, but for my children. They will know of her love. I will look for her in our forever shared Rainbows…

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Candice Olson

Thank you for posting all of those great pictures. It's so beautiful to see her as a young woman . Sending... Read more Thank you for posting all of those great pictures. It's so beautiful to see her as a young woman . Sending love & hugs to you Thank you for posting all of those great pictures. ... Read more

Angela McMullen

Candice Olson- My children and I are keeping your family in our prayers during this time of great loss.. ... Read more Candice Olson- My children and I are keeping your family in our prayers during this time of great loss.. I think of your family... Read more Candice Olson- My children and I are keeping your family... Read more