Thomas Martin Olson

OLSON, THOMAS "OLE" MADISON-Tom "Ole" Olson, age 81, lifelong Madison resident passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2015. He was born on May 6, 1934, the son of Olaf and Dorothy (Doyle) Olson. Tom was a man of strength, integrity, humor, ready to give a helping hand to all. He was said to be the "Salt of the Earth" and a "rock" to his daughters. Tom's idea of a good time was spending time with his family along with his buddies, Joe Watts, Dick Rassmussen, Terry Monson and cousin Phil Rodenschmidt who was his sidekick, growing together with one another's families and sharing lifetime memories. Tom graduated from Madison West and worked as a manager for U-Hahl. A veteran of the United States Army Tom proudly served his country during the Korean War. He was married to Nancy Srodes Olson. Tom is survived by his daughters, Pamela (Victor Kunicki) Olson, and Sandra (Mike) Castillo; grandson Chad Ege; great- grandchildren, Christian, Jaxon, Amanda and Evie who is on the way; brothers, Jerry, Dick, Kevin and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patti "Patrice" Olson and a brother David Olson. We invite you to celebrate his life and share your stories with us. Funeral Services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave., Middleton at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, 2015. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Avenue (608)831-6761