Service Information
George L. Olson, age 84, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 3:00 P.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Darwin, Minnesota with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Obituary
George Louis Olson was born on January 27, 1937, in Crookston, Minnesota. He was the son of Leland Memorial and Isabelle Ann (Duffy) Olson. George was baptized as an infant in Crookston and later confirmed in his faith as a youth at Church of St. Philip in Litchfield, Minnesota. He received his education in Litchfield and was a graduate with the Litchfield High School class of 1957.
George entered military service in the United States Army National Guard on October 26, 1956, in Litchfield, Minnesota. He was honorably discharged on June 17, 1957, in order to join active military duty service in the United States Navy on June 18, 1957. He served as an Aviation Electronics Mate 3rd Class and was honorably discharged on March 17, 1961, at Naval Air Station in Corpus Christi, Texas.
On May 17, 1975, George was united in marriage to Diane Neis at St. Phillip’s Catholic Church in Litchfield, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with one son, Jason. George and Diane resided in Cokato and Dassel Minnesota, before moving to Litchfield, Minnesota. They spent the winter months in Texas for several years. Diane and George shared 39 years of marriage. George then relocated to Hutchinson, Minnesota.
George was employed at 3M in Hutchinson in the production department for 35 years until his retirement in 1997.
He enjoyed golfing, camping, and spending time with family and friends. George was a member of Knights of Columbus and St. John’s Catholic Church in Darwin, Minnesota.
George passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 84 years.
Blessed be his memory.
George is survived by his:
Son, Jason Olson of Hutchinson, MN;
Siblings, JoAnn Tachney of Elk River, MN,
Richard “Dick” Olson of Meterie, LA,
Edward Olson and his wife, Margaret, of Buffalo, MN,
Bernice Levesque and her husband, Richard “Dick”, of Brooklyn Park, MN,
Carley Oslund and her husband, Roger of Lake Benton, MN,
Jay Olson and his wife, Marilyn, of Underwood, MN,
David Olson and his wife, Cindy, of St. Bonifacius, MN;
Sister-in-law, Valerie Olson of Vienna, VA;
Many other relatives, and friends.
George is preceded in death by his Parents, Leland and Isabelle Olson; Wife, Diane Olson; Siblings, Rosalie Frickes and her husband, Henry, Vincent Olson, Barbara Konietzko and her husband, Thomas, Michael Olson, Sister-in-law, Ruth Olson; Brother-in-law, Jim Tachney.
Carole shorter says
Jason. God’s blessings to all of you. Losing someone is so difficult but our faith tells us they are better off with God. Our family has been hit also, but that is part of living. We are born to die. Know that we are praying and thinking of you.
MaryKay Hannan says
Sorry to hear about George, Our sympathy to all of his family. He always was
so friendly. Bill and MaryKay Hannan
Pam Konz says
Jason, I’m so sorry to hear about the death of your dad. I’m keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Sarah Mcgraw says
Jason
I’m sorry for your loss of your dad. George and my dad became friends when living at Prince of Peace.
May he rest now.
Sincere sympathy
Sarah McGraw
Liz Olson says
Jason, so sorry to hear of George’s passing. We have fomd memories of our visit with them and you. Lots of love from the Virginia Olson’s
Sheldon and Jean Nies says
Sheldon and I wish to extend our sympathy to George’s nephews, and nieces, the children of George’s sister Barbara Konietzko. to Randy, Todd, Sheri and Julie. May you have Peace and Comfort at this difficult time.
Julie A Amundson says
Jason,
Our deepest condolences at your loss of your father.
George was a great man who loved Diane so much.
Their strength and support for my mom made all the difference after the passing of my dad.
Your parents will be missed by anyone who knew them.
Their mark will be forever a heart warming thoughts on our minds.
Love, Roger, Julie, Cole Amundson and NaTya Arndt
Sandra Wright says
Jason, Our deepest sympathy to you. Sorry we can’t come to the funeral, as Jerry has a Doctor’s appointment the same day. We are keeping you in our prayers. We always had a nice time visiting with him and will miss him. God Bless , Jerry and Sandy
Randy and Lori Konietzko says
Jason, My deepest sympathy for you over George’s passing. Perhaps my parents and he will have a good time in heaven looking down on us all. Always remember him and he will always be with us. The memories are what keep our passed loved ones alive and near us, always.
Barbara Reinhardt Vraa says
Jason, Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your dad. I cherish the years I worked with your Mom and the staff at Prudential. We were a close group and spent every lunch together chatting, laughing and getting to know each other. You, your Dad and Mugsy and Caesar were a big part of your mom’s conversations!! They are all in God’s heavenly care now, I hope that knowledge and your wonderful memories are a comfort to you.