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MARK OLSON Obituary
Mark W. Olson
Of Potomac, Maryland, passed away on September 12, 2018. He was 75 years old. Mark was born on March 17, 1943, in Fergus Falls, MN. He graduated from St. Olaf College in 1965. Upon graduating college and serving in the Army Reserve, he joined U.S. Bancorp. He then served in Washington, DC, for Congressman Bill Frenzel. In 1976, he was named President and CEO of Security State Bank, founded by his father, until 1988. He was elected President of the American Bankers Association in 1986. In 1988, he returned to Washington, DC, as a partner of Ernst & Young. In 2001, after serving as Staff Director of the Securities Subcommittee of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, he was named as a Governor of the Federal Reserve Board where he served until 2006. He proceeded to serve as the Chairman of the PCAOB until 2009. In 2009, he co-founded Treliant, a compliance, risk management, and strategic advisory consulting firm, where he served as Chairman. He provided industry insight as a frequent commentator on CNBC. He was the husband of Renee Korda; father of Benjamin (Natalie) Olson and Stephanie (Barry) Hartzberg; and grandfather of three beloved grandchildren. All are welcome to attend a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 21, 2018, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Bethesda, MD. Reception to follow. Donations in Mark's memory may be made to St. Olaf College or N Street Village.
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for MARK OLSON
Mary & Hun'ney
January 31, 2025
Hello, Brother Mark,
You will always be in our hearts Me and my twin
Hun'ney God seen fit to take you Home.
Mary
Denny Johnson
September 7, 2019
On a recent visit to the Mayo Clinic I had the good fortune of meeting Henry Kissinger. At the right time I approached him and introduced myself telling him that we had two mutual friends: Rudy Boschwitz and Mark Olson. With that Henry spring from his wheelchair and embraced me - bewildered that a stranger would know two of his personal friends. He really had high regard for
Mark as we all did.
Roger Berg
October 6, 2018
Mark was truly one of the "good guys." We need more like him.
Denny Johnson
September 22, 2018
I met Mark when we were both living in the Twin Cities and playing on the Honeywell hockey team. Next thing I knew I bought a business in Fergus Falls and he was the bank president there giving me my first loan. He was the only one I knew in town and he opened a lot of doors for me. We had some good laughs when I saw him last and he never forgot his Fergus roots. My condolences to Renee and family
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Marilyn Caddle
September 22, 2018
We opened the Wall Street Journal this morning and received the sad news. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We remember him fondly from Emmanuel Lutheran. We always were amazed at his ability to predict budget income and be spot on when we were preparing the church budget. Again, our sympathy to the family
Roxanne Korda
September 21, 2018
Rest in peace Mark.
Brendan O'Sullivan
September 19, 2018
Sad to hear you have moved on Mark, we had our fun times, you were a great man. All the best to your family.
Brendan + Jane
Deidre Wilson
September 17, 2018
Renee and family, my deepest condolences. I have such fond memories of my time working with Mark at Treliant. He had professional accomplishments that most of us can only dream of, yet what I most admired is that he still made time to connect with so many on a personal level. He gave me advice on the kind of man I should marry, always asked about my children, and sent me the kindest note when my mom passed. He left a great impression on me, and I'm better for having known him. God bless your family through this difficult time.
N. S.
September 17, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Olson family. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father feels your pain, and takes note of the tears you shed. He will strengthen you and help you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. Psalm 94:17-19
Mike Dixon
September 17, 2018
Our Love and Prayers go out to your Family and Friends. You have been part of My Family for well over 20 years. Many Wonderful Memories will be dearly held on to, and new ones will be created with the knowledge that Mark would want us to continue to Love and Care for each other.
You are in my heart and prayers,
Mike D.
September 17, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
September 17, 2018
Dear Renee & Family....Anne & I are heartbroken to hear of Mark's passing. As I became ABA president in 1999 Mark was a trusted counselor and guide. His community banking roots in MN connected us in a special way. Having just had an email exchange a week before he passed I am so glad we had a chance to chat. He was such a caring and thoughtful man. We will miss him greatly.
Scott & Anne Jones
Diane Prischmann
September 16, 2018
Dear Renee and family, Carl and I are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We have nothing but fond memories of his wonderful gift of gab and his great effusive energy. May your faith and memories of Mark help you as you grieve this tremendous loss.
September 16, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
Dick & Judy Werner
September 16, 2018
Dear Renee and Family, Our sympathy on the passing of Mark.
Remembering him with a robust and outgoing personality with a gentle and caring soul. Our blessings and God's peace.
Christy Parsons
September 16, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the Olson family. When Mark worked for my Dad Walter Spidahl, and his brother Jim, running the Spidahl ski shop, one of his jobs was to drive the Spidahl kids to swimming lessons at Swan Lake. We would all and holding on to the strap across the front seat, pretend to water ski. He was a great guy and I am sorry he left too soon. Christy Spidah Parsons
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