Floyd Charles Olsen passed away on December 30, 2020 in Visalia, California after a long, courageous battle with health problems related to back pain.
Chuck was born on November 20, 1943 to Floyd and Darlene Olsen. He grew up in Selma and graduated from Selma High School before going on to graduate from Fresno State with a degree in Viticulture. His first job was as a Grower Representative with Ernest and Julio Gallo. In 1971, Chuck s uncle called to let him know he was needed on the ranch in Orange Cove. It was here that Chuck found his passion! For years, Chuck worked tirelessly to promote his oranges, Grapes and Tree Fruit and was always proud of the success he built at Cecelia Orchards. Because of his dynamic ways, Chuck built a loyal customer base, created relationships with his customers both domestically and overseas, and fostered friendships that lasted a lifetime. After leaving the ranch in 1987, he opened The Chuck Olsen Company and his children both joined him in this end
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