Colonel James J. Olson

August 22, 1945 - September 14, 2024 (79 years old)

Camp Douglas, Wisconsin

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Colonel James J. Olson

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August 22, 1945 - September 14, 2024 (79 years old)

Camp Douglas, Wisconsin

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James J. Olson Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-09-23T15:00:00
End: 2024-09-23T17:00:00
Location: St. Stephen's Lutheran Church

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James J. Olson of Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, born in Mauston, Wisconsin, who passed away on September 14, 2024, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James J. Olson to show support.

As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Julian Olson and Gladys Olson (Kish); and his wife Kathleen Olson. He is survived by: his children, Brian Olson (Katie Kopplin) of Camp Douglas and Jamie Elsing (Dustin) of New Lisbon; his sister Jelaine Mochenbacher (John) of Camp Douglas; and his grandchildren, Caitlin Kikta (Matt), Sadie, Rylie Olson, Connor Stauff and Charlotte Brahmer. He is also survived by his family, friends.

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September 24, 2024

Morris and Joan Swofford St Peters, Missouri planted 10 trees

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September 19, 2024

with Love, The Steindrinkers -Jim and Kathy's volleyball team since 2007 sent flowers

“Jim Olson was a great man and a great friend of the community. He contributed so much to the town. His bar 'Jim & Kathy's', led the foundation so the community can come together, enjoy each other's company and play some volleyball. We will be forever grateful because of Him.”

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Sep 23

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St. Stephen's Lutheran Church
215 Douglas St, Camp Douglas, WI 54618

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St. Stephen's Lutheran Church
215 Douglas St, Camp Douglas, WI 54618

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