May God bless you and your...
James Olson was the best combination of intelligence and caring.
He is very much missed.
Gene Maher
September 14, 2016


Sonoma, California
1939 - 2016
James Patrick Olson
October 17, 1939 - August 4, 2016
Jim passed away peacefully at his home in Sonoma, CA after a short illness surrounded by his loving family. The eldest of 4 children, Jim was born to Knute "Robert" and Nora Olson in San Francisco.Jim grew up in San Francisco's Mission...Read MoreJames Olson was the best combination of intelligence and caring.
He is very much missed.
Gene Maher
September 14, 2016
Rest in Peace Mr.Olson.
My condolences to the entire Olson family. So many good memories from the house on Miller, playing baseball in South City, and all the functions at All Souls.
Sad to hear this news, but may your memories be a comfort to all of you.
Brian Morgan
Brian Morgan
September 11, 2016 | San Francisco, CA

this is a portrait he sat for me years ago
THOMASINA JDEMAIO
September 08, 2016
RIP chief.....
Greg Stewart
September 07, 2016 | Oakland, CA
As a volunteer to a local elementary school 4th grade, I invited Jim to come and share his years with the fire department. He said "yes" immediately, came and spent most of a morning session. Well, the class was captivated with Jim's stories, humor and challenges. He came in full dress uniform, brought hats and fire fighting attire, which a bunch of kids couldn't wait to try on. A great time had by all!
Dick Fairty
September 01, 2016 | Sonoma, CA
My condolences to Jim's family. He was a true leader of the San Francisco Fire Department and a valued member to the Board of Directors of the San Francisco Fire Credit Union. I retired from the credit union in 2006 and Jim was always an inspiration to me and my staff.
Lillian McCarthy
August 30, 2016 | Novato, CA
My deep condolences Maureen and family. Enjoyed working with Jim and just spending time with him. He was a great guy and cared deeply for the Credit Union and membership. He always made me laugh at least once at every Board meeting. He will be greatly missed. Rich
Richard Smith
August 24, 2016 | Baltimore, MD
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Mel Mcpherson
August 16, 2016 | Sonoma, CA
A man of his word, always willing to help his friends and what I enjoyed about him is he would always have a answere to any question whether it was true or fiction. He always made you think about what he said. I am going to miss him as a golf partner for many years, we had tons of fun. Jim... you may not be with us in body but you will always be with us in spirit where ever the guys meet for coffee or the Moose. Rip my good friend.
August 16, 2016