Richmond, Virginia
OLSON, Ingrid Ellen, passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrhythmia in her Northside Richmond home on Wednesday, July 4, 2012. She was born on November 10, 1965 to Sigrid Erickson and Jack Olson in Madison, Wisconsin. Ingrid graduated from Sunset Hill High School, Kansas City, Missouri in 1983, Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. in 1987 and William and Mary School of Law, Williamsburg, Va., in 1990. At Wellesley, she was captain of the swim team. She married Russell Basch in 1988 in Washington D.C. and was the devoted and loving mother of Annika Olson Basch, who was born on November 16, 1996 in Richmond, Va. Ingrid and Russell later divorced and Ingrid married Christopher Champeau in 2000. Their marriage ended in 2011. Ingrid had a rewarding career as a Claims Attorney. She served as a Hearing Examiner at the Virginia Employment Commission. Ingrid was an experienced skier who loved visiting Colorado with her family. She served as president of the Stonebridge Inn Owner's Association in Snowmass Colorado. Ingrid continued to enjoy swimming, was an avid reader, appreciated the theater, and loved to dance. In recent years she took up ballet, a passion she shared with her daughter. She is survived by her daughter, Annika Basch; her father, Jack Olson (Virginia Willard); her mother, Sigrid Knuti (David); two sisters, Greta Landis (David) and Erikka Knuti; niece, Elsa Landis; nephew, Henrik Landis; and good friend, Brad Spivey. She is also survived by stepchildren, Lisande and Cameron Champeau; and many uncles, aunts and cousins. A celebration of Ingrid's life will be held, Wednesday, July 11, gathering at 5 p.m. with service following at Maymont Estate Garden Hall, 1700 Hampton Street.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
My daughter Ingrid´s death 12 years ago left a void in many ways. There is the personal void each of us experience in our own ways. The larger void is the impact on family dynamics. Both seem to grow over time. At age 84 and dealing with pancreatic cancer my memories of Ingrid, her tragic departure from planet Earth and the void her death created seem to become more vivid. A father´s lament at the death of a dear daughter.
Jack Olson
July 02, 2024 | Family
Reposting what I wrote almost 12 years ago. I still miss Ingrid. That feeling will not go away until I see her in heaven. Ingrid is one year younger than I, and would be approaching 59 years old this year.
Ingrid was not only my cousin but more importantly, she was a close friend. I have more than 40 years of fond memories of the times I spent with Ingrid. There is no one who will be able to take the place of her in my life. Ingrid always accepted me just as I was -- no need to...
Laura Wall
June 04, 2024 | EDEN PRAIRIE, MN | Family
Seven years later and the hole in my heart still remains. Ingrid, you would be so proud of Annika. She is graduating from UVA with a double major in math and philosophy and will start working for Appian, a tech company in Tysons. Good news...we are all going skiing this spring break: David Landis, Greta, Elsa, Henrik, Annika, Erikka and her partner Johnny, and of course David and me. I know you would have been the first to buy a plane ticket--know that you are always with us. I miss...
Sigrid Knuti
February 15, 2019 | Madison, WI | Daughter
I knew Ingrid when I practiced law in Richmond, Virginia. I will always remember her rye sense of humor, and great smile.
Brian Cusce
November 01, 2012 | Leland, NC
Annika, I am so sorry for your loss. I recently found out that our world is now different without your mom. I can't imagine how one can accept such an unexpected loss but through your faith you will know she is always with you and watching over you. Although I have only known your family for a short 12 years, Ingrid was always the sunshine of the day and loved you more than I can say. I remember the first time we met. I was totally dirty (head to toe) from the renoviation project on Grove...
Timothy Niemczyk
October 31, 2012 | Henrico, VA
I was trial partners with Ingrid six years ago at the Trial Ad college held at UVA. We developed a great working relationship and would call on each other from time to time for professional guidance. I just went to look up her number because I again wanted her input and saw this notice. I am so stunned and saddened. Please accept my condolences on the loss of a wonderful person, daughter and mother.
Tamara Tucker
October 24, 2012 | Charlottesville, VA
I met Ingrid when I was an 18 year old Freshman at Wellesley College. We lived in the same dorm, Claflin Hall. I just saw her at our 25th Class Reunion and she so happy with her life and so proud of her Daughter, Annika. She loved life and Wellesley. Ingrid was a a beautiful, strong, generous and loving woman. I am really going to miss her.
Susan Lee
August 02, 2012 | Dix Hills, NY
Dear Jack and Jinky, what a horrible loss...I can't even imagine how heavy your hearts are at this time. Sending warm thoughts and prayers to you.
Karen Johannsen
July 24, 2012 | Madison, WI
I recall such a radiant smile and wonderful energy from Ingrid during our Wellesley College reunion this past June. My prayers are with you.
Susan Connolly
July 17, 2012 | Wilmington, MA
