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Michael Anthony Olenak

1965 - 2020

  • 54 years old
  • Date of birth:  October 12th, 1965
  • Place of birth:  San Jose, California, United States
  • Date of passing:  April 8th, 2020
  • Place of passing:  San Jose
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Michael Olenak, 54, born on October 12th, 1965 and passed away on April 8th, 2020. We will remember him forever.
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Candle lit  by Regan Van on April 11th, 2020

Hello. I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Revelation 21:3,4 is a very comforting scripture that’ll help you during this time. Please find it as heartwarming as I have.

Candle lit  by Natalie Hansen on April 11th, 2020


Mr.Olenak has been and always will be a part of our personal and educational story. Not just because we met in his class, but more importantly because of the loving, kind, humorous and inspiring teacher he was to my husband and I and also our son. We were overjoyed to know that he would have the honor of experiencing an educator like Mr. O this school year. Along with the rest of the community, our family is devastated by this loss. He will forever be loved and missed by all. Your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Candle lit  by Ella Phillips on April 11th, 2020

Hi I was a student this year of Mr. Olenak. I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Olenak was the best teacher ever, he always knew how to cheer people up quickly, he had the best jokes, and had a big heart. When times were hard for some people, he knew how to cheer them up and make them have a good time. He will always be in our hearts and will be missed by everyone.

Candle lit  by ellie mayer on April 11th, 2020

Hi, I was a student last year. I am very sorry for your loss. I am so glad I got to experience having Mr. O as a teacher. He always new how to brighten the room. He always knew how to make kids happier when they are feeling sad. I am so thankful that i got to experience him as a teacher. Rest in peace Mr. O.

Candle lit  by Mia Rahbar on April 11th, 2020

Hi, I was a student of his last year. I am so sorry for your loss. I was so shocked and sad that he passed. When I found out I immediately broke out in tears. Mr. O was one of the best teachers I've had. He always had a way of lighting up the room with laughter by saying the best jokes. I am so grateful I got to experience him as a teacher. Mr. O will forever be in our hearts.

Candle lit  by Natasha Svetich on April 11th, 2020

I remember Mr.O ! I had him for 6th grade for history class. I remember those days like it was yesterday.. it’s very sad to hear that one of my favorite & best teachers passed away ... He always made history very fun to learn! My condolences go out to his family ... He was a very great teacher ! One of the best at Buchser Middle School! May his soul Rest In Peace ..

Candle lit  by Margarita Gardea on April 11th, 2020

Hi, I was one of his students in his homeroom 2 years ago. Later on, went to be one of his TA’s. I will always remember the way he connected with the students and enjoyed listening to his stories. Thank you Mr O. for everything.

Candle lit  by Giovanni Hansen on April 12th, 2020

Hi I was Mr.Olenaks student this year and happy about that I was. He taught social studies like no other teacher will. Mr.Olenak was funny, caring, and kind to all. I will miss Mr.Olenak he taught me so much and made me laugh a lot. We miss you Mr.Olenak, always will be remembered and never will be forgotten. RIP I will miss you so much. Until next time, Above and beyond!

Candle lit  by Pearl Lam on April 18th, 2020

Mr. O was the best teacher I had. He knew how to cheer people up when they're sad, he knew how to make classes fun, and he knew how to humiliate his students. Mr. O was so kind and was adored by so many previous students. Everyone on the Lions team will miss you, Mr. O. To me, you're not dead, because you will always live on in my heart and in my memories.

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