Stephen A. Olson

Stephen A. Olson, age 45 passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at Agrace HospiceCare after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born on August 5, 1970. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Sara (Cowen) Olson; and dogs, Pepper and Thor Thunder Poodle. He is survived by his wife Lindsay Olson; brothers, Sanford Olson and Sigmund (Carolyn) Olson; sister, Sonja Olson; nephews Brendan Olson and Alden Olson; and dog, Penny. Steve graduated from DeForest High School in 1988. He was a National Scholar Finalist. He attended both the University of Southern California and the University of Wisconsin-Madison before graduating from the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater with a degree in accounting. He was the Plant Controller with Uniroyal Global Engineered Products LLC. Steve enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, and cookouts with his family. He possessed a wise and quick wit. He loved learning and documentaries and was always up for a lively debate with a worthy opponent. Steve also enjoyed creating things whether it was with Legos or spare metal parts. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2016 from 1p.m – 3p.m at Gunderson West Funeral Home, 7435 University Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Avenue (608)831-6761