John E. Olson Jr. Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John E. Olson Jr. of Reading, Massachusetts, who passed away at the age of 67, on January 9, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though John may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his mother Marie Olson (Cronin); and his parents-in-law, Edward J. Coppinger and Ruth M. Coppinger (Kelley). He is survived by: his father John E. Olson, Sr. of Maine; his wife Susan A. Olson (Coppinger); his son Kevin C. Olson; his daughter-in-law Corey of Reading; his grandchildren, Lucy, Bella and Johnny; and his son Johnny Olson. He is also survived by siblings, loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in John's memory to the Johnny Olson Scholarship Fund c/o The Reading Scholarship Fund PO Box 492 Reading, MA 01867.