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Published November 14, 2011, 11:54 AM

Edward Eugene Olson

Edward Eugene Olson, 91, of Superior, died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Superior.

Edward Eugene Olson, 91, of Superior, died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Superior.

He was born Jan. 19, 1920, in North Dakota, son of Gust and Elsie Olson.

Edward served his country with the U.S. Army during WWII.

For many years Edward worked as a telegraph operator and agent for the Soo Line Railroad.

Some of his memberships included St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and the VFW.

He was the ultimate Packer fan, Brewer fan, and loved to bowl and golf.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Evelyn; sons, Gary and George; and brothers, Lester, Leonard, Don and Harold.

Survivors include his son, Randy (Kaye) Olson, Fort Worth, Texas; grandchildren, Kyler, Chad and Nathan Olson; sister, Shirley Seguin, Superior; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011 at Downs Funeral Home, 1617 N. 19th St., Superior, with Rev. Father James Tobolski officiating.

Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Superior, with military rites accorded by the Richard I. Bong American Legion Post 435.

Send condolences or sign the online guest book at www.downsfh.com.

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brad l.
Superior, WI     11/16/2011 8:50 AM

Randy and Family of Edward Olson. It was such an honor knowing Ed as our neighbor. I consider Ed as my other Grandpa. I will miss our conversations regarding the Brewers and Packers, and most importantly, his lessons in life. His was a "Good Man". Our thoughts and prayers to your entire family during this time of loss. Brad & Annie Laible

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Brigitte K.
11/14/2011 2:34 PM

The Klejeski and McCauley families would like to send our condolences to the Olson family. Ed we will miss you buddy and we love you!

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