James Edward Olson,
June 01, 1943 - November 12, 2015
Obituary
STOUGHTON-James E. Olson, age 72, of Stoughton, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. He was born on June 1, 1943, in Stoughton, the son of Edward and Bernice (Danks) Olson. He married Susan Reddeman on Aug. 5, 1967, in Brooklyn. Jim was a longtime employee of Ortega Foods, retiring in 1999. He was an owner of the Green Bay Packers, enjoyed shooting pool, traveling and all types of car racing, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. Jim is survived by his wife, Susan; son, Nathan (Nicole Lacy); daughter, Nanette (Ron) Scheel; sister, Mary (Fred) Sundby; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Edith (Lee) Swenson. A Memorial Gathering will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51 at Jackson St., Stoughton, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Monday, Nov. 16, 2015. A luncheon will follow at the American Legion Post 59, 803 N. Page St., Stoughton. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Hwy. 51 @ Jackson St.
(608)873-4590
Events
Memorial Gathering
Mon Nov 16, 2015 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
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Colleen LeBlanc
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I just learned of this and feel sad for your loss Sue and for your kids. I remember you two when you were first married and then having kids. I lost touch after that but still hear of you now and then or see a picture Deb posts on Facebook. I wish you the best as you go through the hard grieving process. May those around you offer comfort and your memories help you moving forward. Colleen (Henry) LeBlanc
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GEORGE HASKINS
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I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
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Denise Mattke
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I am so sorry for your loss. Have many happy memories of Jim and the old Maintenance crew. All my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denise (Schmit) Mattke
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James L. Swenson
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As a nephew, my memories of Jim will always be his laugh. Though it often started out as a chuckle, it almost always built into a huge, contagious roar. Nate has definitely inherited that from his dad. Most of the time I was around to share the laughter was when he was telling stories about himself, Mary and my mom Edie. They had quite a childhood! I am proud to say that Jim was my uncle and I pray that Sue and the kids are blessed with strong healing.