Gregory D Olson
November 11, 1954 - March 07, 2021
Obituary
MADISON - Gregory D. "Greggo" Olson, age 66, of Madison, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021, after a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 11, 1954, in La Crosse, the son of Marvin and Lois (Wettlaufer) Olson. He graduated from Verona High School in 1972.
Gregg was a talented abstract artist, creating art from found objects. Metal detecting was a passion and he was a member of the Four Lakes Metal Detector Club. Gregg never lost his child-like wonder. He enjoyed gardening and was an amazing cook. He was an avid Packers and NASCAR fan. Gregg worked for UW Hospital in Madison for over 40 years, primarily as a patient escort. This was his true calling, as he was able to provide reassurance and a smile to anyone during their hospital stay. He loved his job and his co-workers. After retiring, he continued to volunteer as a patient escort at the hospital. He truly enjoyed time spent at his uncle, Millard Wettlaufer, Jr.'s farm in Arcadia and time with family.
Gregg is survived by his siblings, Cindy (Jim) Hannem, Dennis (Annie Klein) Olson and Daniel (Judith Caldwell) Olson-Caldwell; niece, Kelsey (Zack) Riddle; and many loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Gregg's Life will be held when we can all gather safely. The family would like to give a special thank you to Mary Ann Michel and her family for their friendship and tender loving care of Gregg, and for accepting him into their family. Also, we appreciate everyone who cared for Gregg at the UW Hospital during his hospitalization. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Hwy 51
(608) 873-4590
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Laura Clussman
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I so enjoyed talking with Greg over the years in the halls of UW Hospital. What a nice guy! My condolences.
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Jane and Duane Miller
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Greg was a sweetheart. Whenever he came to visit he always brought donuts and a big smile. He was always eager to offer his help for any project we were working on. He knew I loved to sew and would bring me things he found on his junking trips. He definitely never lost his child like wonder of life and always gave the best of himself. Our sincere sympathy goes out to his family, we will miss him.
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Angel Kubly
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So sorry to hear of Greg's passing. He always stopped by to say "Hi" and brightened my day.
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Joyce P
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Gregg always had a smile on his face and a happy “hello” to all. He will be missed! My sympathies to his family.
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Mary Steele
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Oh Greggo!:( Tom and I were stunned when we saw your face looking back at Him. We were friends so so long. Tom says for over 30 years! We’ll miss you dearly! We have many fun memories of us having beers in our backyard, Dinners at brothers, Bike rides. Come see us in our dreams. Please let us know if we can do anything help in anyway. Tom (TD on sax) Dover and Mary Steele Steeledover@gmail.com
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Rita
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I'll miss Heydad, and seeing him at the Atwood Fest! He was such a free spirit, funny, and fun! He loved his cat too.....