Michael Ford Olmstead passed away on March 22, 2012 after a courageous battle with leukemia. Mike was born on January 3, 1939 to Neil Raymer Olmstead and Martha Jane Neill Olmstead in Ogden, Utah. Mike spent his childhood in Ogden, attending Ogden High School where he lettered in track, football, and wrestling. He graduated in 1957 and went on to attend the University of Utah. Soon after, Mike and his high school sweetheart, Lynda Hartmann, were married in Ogden. They spent a wonderful 52 years together. Mike received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah in 1963. He practiced law with Olmstead, Stein and Campbell following his graduation and then as a solo practitioner for many years. In total, he practiced law for 49 years. Mike was loved by all who knew him. He had a kind and generous disposition and a wonderful sense of humor. Two of his favorite pastimes were tending to his backyard garden and spending time with his six grandchildren who all feel he was the best grandpa ever. He spent hours with them building wonderful memories such as throwing a football in the yard, playing hearts, splashing in a backyard pool, playing the hide and seek game of "Monster" and telling fun stories on the trampoline. He really was just a big kid at heart. Mike always had a tender spot for animals and especially loved his dog, Clifford.Mike is survived by his loving wife, Lynda, his three sons, Eric Olmstead (Shari), Brian Olmstead (Jayna) and Doug Olmstead (Michelle) as well as his six adoring grandchildren James, Kathryn, Michael, Sarah, Ben and Ethan. He is also survived by his brother William Olmstead (Shonnee). He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Tom Olmstead.The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff in the Leukemia unit at LDS Hospital as well as McKay Dee Hospital for all of their loving care and support. A viewing will be held in celebration of Mikes life at Leavitts Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden, Utah on Monday evening, March 26th from 6:00 8:00 pm. There will a second viewing Tuesday morning from 10:00 10:45 am, followed by a Graveside Service at 11:00 am.Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com Visitation Information Date: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am Leavitts Mortuary Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, 84403 801-394-5556 | Map Cemetery Information Date: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 Time: 11:00 am - Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, | Map