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for James Olson
Barb Neville
January 4, 2010
Lorane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jim at the School District for 20+ years. He was an outstanding person and we always shared a laugh about our tenure with the School District. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 3, 2010
Lorane,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are thinking of you, your sons and family.
Jennifer & Charlie Fritts
Jennifer Fritts
January 3, 2010
Lorane,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are thinking of you, your sons and family.
Jennifer & Charlie Fritts
January 1, 2010
Dear Lorane,
We were shocked and so saddened by Jim's passing. We will miss his easy smile and dry wit. He was a real talent and dear friend. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you,
Mike and Juanita Bahr
January 1, 2010
Dad, I love you and miss you! Nate
Don Manzullo
December 30, 2009
Dear Lorane,
What a shock to hear about Jim's death. I've had the pleasure of knowing Jim for many years. I trust the Lord will continue to uphold you and your family in this difficult time. God Bless.
December 30, 2009
DEC.30 2009 SORRY ABOUT THE PASSING OF JIM ,I WORK WITH HIM AT THE SCHOOL DISTRICT.ROBERT PIRRELLO LAS VEGAS N.V
Sam & Laura Furman
December 30, 2009
Lorane,
We were devistated to hear of Jim's untimely death. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Andy Dailing
December 30, 2009
Lorane, Pete and Nate,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. He was an amazing man! I will always remember his kindness, generosity and devotion to his family. He was a great role model and I am thankful that I knew him. I offer my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Alicia Neubauer
December 30, 2009
Olson Family,
my deepest condolences for your loss. Jim was a specialy guy with a great spark that put all at ease. I enjoyed my time working with him at B&B. He will be missed.
Kris and Stuart Cohn
December 30, 2009
Dear Lorane, I'm remembering when we saw eachother last spring sitting on the patio at KiKi B's, laughing about long ago Harvard Ave stories and how we both knew Todd. Stuart and I were so sorry and saddened by Jim's sudden passing....may his smile, laugh, voice and hugs keep your heart full and warm.
Jaime Black
December 30, 2009
Jim,
Some of my most favorite memories have been made with your family in the home that you built on a foundation of love and faith. Thank you for the way you cared, thank you for always opening your home, and thank you for Nate...you have taught him to be a wonderful friend and man, just like his dad.
Dave Strommer
December 30, 2009
I always admired Jim. It was a priviledge to know and work with such an able administrator. I regretted his exit from District 205 and now am saddened to hear of his passing.
Randy Vincent
December 30, 2009
Dear Olson Family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I too, was one of the many people that truly enjoyed my experiences on the golf course with Jim. Playing a round with him made my life better.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Tom & Noressa Murphy
December 30, 2009
Dear Olson Family,
May God wrap His arms around you and give you comfort. Jim was a wonderful person.
We have you in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Bill Kusnierz
December 29, 2009
Lorane & family,
Thank you for sharing Jim with me. The time we spent together playing golf, enjoying our favorite beverages, entertaining common customers, the IASB at the Hyatt each year, ribbing each other, talking conservative politics, discussing our glory days playing high school & small college football and just clowning around was priceless. I will never forget how much fun we had. The more time I spent with Jim, the more I liked him.
Jim & I played golf at PrairieView GC on 12-1-09, the last nice day this year. After every hole he would say enthusastically, "BONUS DAY!". We kept telling each other how lucky we were to be able to get away and play golf on a day like this and how blessed we were to have jobs where we could do this.
Jim, Mike Parrott, Phil Fadden & I had dinner together on 12-17-09 at the Irish Rose to celebrate Christmas and the end of another year. It was the same as always: talking politics, ribbing each other, joking and just being guys. Jim was bubbling about the condo in FL you were about to purchase. I've never seen him more excited about anything. He was just beaming. That's how I'll remember him..............beaming!
I feel blessed to have known Jim, he also had a positive influence on my life.
I'll see you in heaven Jim, with my clubs,so get us a tee time as soon as I get there.
Your friend, Kush
Bill Kusnierz-Dennie Loofbourrow-Steve Homewood-Jim-Brent Bernardi-Shawn Maher @ PrairieView GC 10-21-09
December 29, 2009
Kathy Waak
December 29, 2009
Dear Olson Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Jim.We want you to know we are thinking of you with Deepest Sympathy in Love & Friendship The Waaks. Peter,Kathy,Pete & Brian.
Mike Parrott
December 29, 2009
Hey Jimmy,
Man will I miss those wisdom packed rides down I39 in the “golden sofa” on the way to the course when the spring arrives this year. Your sage advice to me when working in an office of 10 women became less than pleasurable. The pride in your voice when you spoke of the men Peter and Nathan had become and how your sometimes grizzled exterior softened immediately when sharing stories of Lorane and her exploits with her girlfriends. I feel privileged to have shared these and many other experiences with you.
In reading the other tributes, I find myself among the many lives that you positively impacted. When Pete called me to share the news, the word “Great Man” immediately came forward. I have not known many great men in my lifetime, but in my estimation you meet the criteria.
To Loraine, Peter, Nathan, and to all others in your life I say thank you for sharing. I am a better person for having known you.
With warmest respect and admiration,
Jay Palm
December 29, 2009
Dear Lorane and Family,
Lorraine and I have very fond memories of Rockford and they include our First Free friendships. Jim was one of those special people we will never, never forget. Reading all the guest book entries, it's no surprise to hear how he touched so many people!
God has blessed your family over the years and we know He will continue to bless you during this most difficult time.
Love,
Jay and Lorraine Palm
Derek Anderson
December 29, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I have memories of Jim all of the way back to my childhood; the making of my ghost halloween costume in Chicago and the minature golf party inside your house. Jim, my godfather, will be truly missed.
December 29, 2009
Jim, you will be greatly missed. You were a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend. I loved your sense of humor and respected your loyalty to God and our country. Table grace will never be the same without your rich baritone voice. We will sing praises together again in heaven! Looking forward to that precious reunion!
December 29, 2009
Dear Olson Family, I met Jim during the building of Marengo Community High School. We played golf a few times... and my impressions were from day one that he had to be a great husband, father and grandfather. He was a man's man and truly a great person to have known...my prayers and sympathy to Lorane and family. Sincerely, Jerry Trickett, retired Superintendent of Marengo District 154
Jerry Trickett
December 29, 2009
Dear Olson Family, I met Jim during the building of Marengo Community High School. We played golf a few times... and my impressions were from day one that he had to be a great husband, father and grandfather. He was a man's man and truly a great person to have known...my prayers and sympathy to Lorane and family. Sincerely, Jerry Trickett, retired Superintendent of Marengo District 154
December 29, 2009
Dear Lorane,
We were so fortunate to have you as neighbors for all those years. Jim was a wonderful man, and we were very sad to hear of his passing. We are glad that we got to see you last March in Florida. Jim will live on in the lives of your wonderful sons, and in our memories.
Creston and Chris Harris
Senator Dave Syverson
December 29, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. What a stand up guy he was. He lived lived his faith and all around him respected him for it. To the family you should be very proud of what the community felt about him both professionally and personally. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Bill Mattingly
December 29, 2009
To the Olson Family,
Jim and I became golfing buds through the school business. We not only had competition on the course, but competition teasing one another. He and I were both old small college football players, so the war stories we shared there as well were really special. There will be a real void felt by many of us in the school business with Jim's passing. I know it will be by me. Please accept my deepest condolences. Bill Mattingly, Supt., Oregon.
December 29, 2009
Dear Lorane,
I am so blessed to have known Jim. He was a great man. I always enjoyed sittng and talking with you and Jim.My heart is broken and sad. I pray God's peace to you, Nate,Peter and your family.
Love,
Sarah Holsinger
December 29, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to Jim's family and friends. He was a great person and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr. Scott Wakeley
Superintendent, Genoa-Kingston CUSD 424
December 29, 2009
To my sister and family,
I have always considered Jim to be my best friend. I will greatly miss our morning motorcycle rides, fishing trips, and walking the aisles at Blaine's Farm and Fleet looking for that special widget. Jim put others before himself and was always there to help me try to figure out answers to life's tough questions. I am going to miss you, Bro! Lorane, we have been very close all of our lives and you know that I am here to help in anyway that I can. I love you Lorane, Peter, and Nate.
With love,
Larry Turnquist
Tom Swanson
December 29, 2009
Dear Family of Jim Olson, So sorry to hear of the loss of your father,husband,brother and son. I know he will be greatly missed. I have some fond memories of visiting Jim & John back in Gifford Pa when we were kids. I took the train ride from Denver to Pa. where Eleanor would pick us up and take us back to their house. Thanks for all the good times I'm glad I was able to see Jim at his neice's wedding back in Sept. We had some good conversation and as usual, Jim never lost his sense of humor and quick wit. God Bless you and my prayers are with you. Tom Swanson
December 29, 2009
Dear Lorane, Pete, Nate and families,
I know YOU know how much Jim adored each and every one of you. He truly glowed with pride each time we talked about his family. I am so sorry I will not have the good fortune to work with him again but I will keep him in my heart each and every day. He left all of us way too soon but I'm sure he was a very happy man after spending the holidays with all of you...he was so looking forward to it! You, as well as his mom, brother and the rest of the extended family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Godspeed, Jim....
Love,
Diane Johnson
Bradley & Bradley
December 29, 2009
Please accept our expression of sympathy. Jim was always considerate, fair, and pleasant in our dealings with Bradley & Bradley. I considered him my friend and will miss him.
Gregory M Lutyens, PhD
Superintendent
Nelson School District 8 - Lee County
Matthew Glomp
December 29, 2009
Cassie and I would like to share our deepest sympathy to the Olson Family. We have been able to share many great memories with your family and Jim was an intricate part to the wonderful times. Jim we will miss you dearly. Love Cassandra Morse and Matthew Glomp
Gloria Cudia
December 29, 2009
Jim will be greatly missed. What a shock to lose such a great servant of the community. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pat Schueller
December 29, 2009
Lorane, every day was an adventure working with Jim at B & B. He could always make us laugh with his stories. It was evident how much he loved you, his sons and his mother. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rod & Roxanne Leezer
December 29, 2009
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I know Jim was in the process of having his own condo on a golf course in Venice, Fl. He was looking forward to enjoying this new getaway with Lorane. He had a great plan to enjoy life to the fullest. Our thoughts are with Lorane, Peter and Nathan and their families. I know he will also be missed by his golf bubbies. We are so sorry for your loss.
donna fox
December 29, 2009
Dearest Lorane,
I was so sorry to hear of your Jim's passing. I pray you can feel God's comfort and love and all who knew Jim and loved him also. Know you will be in my daily prayers. Love and friendship always, Donna Fox
Amanda (Harris) Travis
December 29, 2009
The shock of Jim's passing has sent ripples down to Florida. The Harris family is saddened that Jim is no longer with his family, but we rejoice in knowing that Jim is with his Savior in Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Olson family.
December 29, 2009
Lorane, so sorry. I cannot even imagine. Both Vic and I are very sorry about Jim's passing. We truly have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers...Vic and Kathie Verni
December 29, 2009
To the Family of Jim Olson,
My wife Julie and I would like to send our condolences to your family during this difficult time. Jim was a true friend of education and I will miss the opportunities to golf with him, it was always a hoot.
Respectfully,
Jeff and Julie Fritchtnitch
Robert Bergland
December 29, 2009
Jim was a great guy and an enthusiastic story teller. After a game of golf he would warm up to a story or an anecdote and leave everyone smiling or laughing. While our relationship was primarily professional, I enjoyed Jim's company and considered him a friend. Jim was a person that was easy to like and trust. He will be greatly missed. My
condolences to the family.
Letty Bradley
December 29, 2009
Chuck and I are so saddened by Jim's sudden passing. I would have liked to get to know him better and see his art work. Perhaps someday you can share it with us, Lorane. Peace will come to you. "And, He will raise you up on eagles wings and make you strong..."
Kim Olson
December 29, 2009
I don't even know where to begin. I am honored to have had such an amazing man as a father-in-law. My most memoriable memory is everytime Pete and I would come to Rockford from Nashville, you would always joke about how many clothes I brought. You said this last time, "Geez Kim, you are here for 4 days and you brought enough clothes for a month (of course we would giggle for several minutes)." Our investment and "costume" talks will be missed more than anyone could imagine. I love you Jim and will take good care of Lorane and Pete!!!
Pete Olson
December 29, 2009
I love you dad. You will be greatly missed by so many people. You are a great man and you led an amazing life. Thank you so much for raising me to be the man I am today. You will forever live on in all of our hearts. I love you.
P.S. There are no bogeys in heaven, just hole in ones every time.
Love,
Pete
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