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Matthew Olson Obituary

Matthew T. Olson, of Riverside, died unexpextedly July 5, 2020. Beloved son of Patrick and Allison (Houha) Olson. Dear brother of Clare Rose Olson. Nephew and cousin to many. He was born May 24, 1990 and graduated from Illinois State University in 2012. He loved music, anime and especially Kingdom Hearts. Memorial gathering will be from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Peterson-Bassi Chapels/ Gamboney & Son Directors, 6938 W. North Ave (3 blks east of Harlem) Chicago. Funeral Mass to follow at St. Paul's Parish in Riverside. Donations in Matthews name may be made to NAMlillinois.org or St. Paul's Parish in Riverside, IL. Info: 708/848-6661

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 19, 2020.

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Greg Lesniak

July 25, 2020

Thinking of the Olson family on this solemn Saturday. Best wishes for a peaceful summer to all who miss Matt.

Brittany

July 24, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. We will love you and miss you always. Wherever your new journey brings you may your heart be your guiding key! Love, Britt Matt and all of XxFairyTailxX

Stephanie Shubat

July 22, 2020

Dear Allison, In loving memory of a wonderful person, Matthew; Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Love,
Greg and Stephanie Shubat

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25

Memorial service

11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago

6938 West North Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Jul

25

Funeral Mass

4:00 p.m.

St. Paul's Parish

60 Akenside Rd., Riverside, IL

Funeral services provided by:

Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago

6938 West North Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

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