Rick Olsen

Rick Olsen

November 05, 1942 - October 09, 2024

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MADISON - Rick L. Olsen, age 81, of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. He was born on November 5, 1942, in Green Bay, Wis., the son of Olaf and Cecelia (Assen) Olsen.


Rick graduated from West High School in Green Bay, Wis., and then went on to UW-Madison. He married Sue (Turk) Olsen on April 1, 1967, in Green Bay, Wis. Rick joined the U.S. Army and served from 1967 until his discharge in 1972.  


Rick worked as a system analyst for the State of Wisconsin. After retiring, he was a lab courier for Meriter Hospital.


Rick enjoyed reading, wood working, building military models, traveling out west and sailing. He was very proud of his children, grandchildren and great-granddaughter and was grateful for time together.


Rick is survived by wife, Sue; children, Karil (Mark) Walther and Lief (Michelle) Olsen; grandchildren, Andrew (Tiffany) Walther, Emily (Eli) Walther-Muno, Kevin Walther, Lily Olsen and Bryce Olsen; and great-granddaughter, Sami Sue Walther-Muno. He was preceded in death by his parents.


In keeping with Rick’s wishes, no services will be held.


The family wishes to thank Agrace HospiceCare for their compassionate care of Rick.


Memorials may be made in Rick’s name to Agrace HospiceCare or the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761



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Charlie Esser
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I worked with Rick when he was at the Dept of Revenue. Nicest man you could work with. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Leslie Steeno
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I was so sad to read about Rick’s passing. I cut his hair for many years at Hampton Court before we moved to Aruba. We had many laughs during that time. He was a great man. So sorry for your loss.
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Ruth Bewick
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God speed Rick and know I will miss seeing you, when I come for lunch, and miss, getting a good hug. This tree will be in memory of you.
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Jayne Fox
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I met Rick almost 60 years ago when he began dating my sister, Sue. They married in 1967. Throughout the years we all moved, raised our children, worked different jobs and engaged in various hobbies. But Rick was always an important and steady presence in our family. He was known for his sincerity, dry sense of humor, quiet observation and attention to detail. He was described as one who always supported the “under dog”. Most of all, Rick was known for his deep love and strong commitment to his family. After retirement, Sue and Rick and my husband,Tom, and I made a point to plan an annual weekend getaway together. Our favorite destination was Door Co. Tom and I have so many wonderful memories of our times together filled with lively conversation and laughter. Rick, you will be truly missed, Always!! Love, Tom and Jayne ❤️💕
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Mike Devine
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Sue, sorry to see that Rick had passed away. I truly miss the many conversations we had, covering many things in life and the world. And your occasional "eye rolls" after something that Rick said. May your many fond memories bring you, Karil, Mark and the rest of the family plenty of chuckles now and down the road. Currently chuckling myself, Mike Devine
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Jared Kleinbrook
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My condolences to your entire family on Rick's passing. My memories of him are all positive ones and he was a very kind soul. He could always get a smile out of me and anyone else he was around.

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