Service Information
LaVerne Olson, age 87, of Winthrop passed away Friday, June 14, 2019, at her home in Winthrop.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, June 19, 2019, 11:00 A.M. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Winthrop with interment in the Winthrop Cemetery.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.
Obituary
LaVerne Lucille Olson was born on April 12, 1932, in Waubun, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Frank and Viola (Kainz) Rogers. LaVerne was baptized as an infant in 1932 and was later confirmed in her faith, both in Waubun, Minnesota. She received her education in Waubun and was a graduate of the Waubun High School Class of 1950.
On August 25, 1960, LaVerne was united in marriage to Donald Olson in Wayzata, Minnesota. After their marriage, the couple resided in Winthrop. This union was blessed with three children. LaVerne was employed at All Pak formerly Hands, Inc. and she cleaned the United States Post Office, Armory, and the Bengston Family Dental in Winthrop. LaVerne and Donald shared 33 years of marriage until Donald’s passing on April 1, 1994.
LaVerne was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Winthrop.
LaVerne enjoyed gardening, canning, baking, fishing, watching the Vikings, trips to the casino and buying lottery tickets looking for that big win! She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
LaVerne passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019, at her home in Winthrop at the age of 87 years. Blessed be her memory.
LaVerne is survived by her:
Children, Tina Knoll of Gaylord, MN,
Beverly Hansen and her husband, Terry of Hutchinson, MN, and
David Olson of Winthrop, MN;
Grandchildren, Nicole Knoll, Courtney (Dustin) Cohrs, Ashley (Jake) Telecky, Amber (Damian) Hansen, Jordan (Maranda) Hansen;
10 Great Grandchildren;
Brother, Dennis Rogers;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
LaVerne was preceded in death by her Parents, Frank and Viola Rogers; Husband, Donald Olson; Nephew, Matthew Rogers; Sister and Brother-In-Law, Dorothy and Henry Mueller; Sister-In-Law, Clare Rogers; and many others.
Terri Muchow says
So sorry to hear about LaVerne’s passing. I used to work with her at Hand’s, and also saw her at bingo. She was a wonderful, friendly person, and will be missed.
Rosemary Arhart says
I was surprised and sorry to read of LaVerne’s death. She was always so peppy and full of spunk. I worked at the P.O. when she worked there and was happy to call her my friend . She always stopped to chat when we met even years later. She was a nice person to know. The world has lost a special lady. May the Lord bless her family.
Rosie Arhart
Vicki Frauendienst says
Tina and Family,
I want you to know how sorry I am for your loss, I lost my Mom this spring also. Praying for you and your family.
Gods Blessings
Vicki Wendlandt Frauendienst