Name: Visitation for Robert G. Olson
Start: 2016-12-21T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-12-21T21:00:00.000Z
Location: First Presbyterian Church

Olson, Robert G.

Robert G. Olson, 67, of Malone, died on Thursday, December 15, 2016, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.

He was born in Fond du Lac on June 17, 1949, the son of Franklin and Ruth Stanchfield Olson. He was a graduate of Goodrich High School, Class of 1967. Robert served his country in the U. S. Army in the Signal Corps from 1968-72 during the Vietnam War. He worked as an electrician for over 30 years.

Robert was a past member of the National Guard and the Mukwonago Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his mother, Ruth Smith of Fond du Lac; his brother, James Olson of Fond du Lac; two stepsisters, Jeanne (John) McDowell of Fond du Lac and Maggi (Jim) Berenz of Mequon; four stepbrothers, Michael, Peter, William and Charles Smith, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father and a stepbrother, John.

VISITATION: Robert's family will receive visitors from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1225 Fourth Street, Fond du Lac on Wednesday, December 28, 2016.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jack Harrison officiating. Inurnment will be in Rienzi Cemetery at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on Dec. 18, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Olson

Sponsored by Kurki Funeral Chapel & Crematory - Fond du Lac.

26 Entries

William Myers

December 13, 2024

I always enjoyed speaking to Bob. We had common interest and he was an astute collector. I enjoyed looking at his collections. Bob will always be missed.

William J Myers

December 13, 2022

Bob will be missed at the 2023 MPC Fest.

Jeff Cooper

May 22, 2017

Robert G Olson "OLE"
I served with Ole on the Mukwonago Fire Department and together we responded to many calls. I need to say this as I know he would laugh as fighting fires with Ole was a treat with Ole sitting on nails, leaving equipment in the fire or giving me a boost up into a attic fire, Ole was always there and we both enjoyed every minute.
Ole was a very good friend and he will be greatly missed.

" OLE " at MFD Picnic 2008

Jeff Cooper

May 22, 2017

MFD Picnic 2008 - "OLE"

Jeff Cooper

May 22, 2017

Kim Bartish

January 2, 2017

Bob was a great and gentle person. I will always remember him by his quiet demeanor and his smile. Thank you Bob for being a great collector and a part of MPC Fest. It was awesome that our paths in life crossed. Condolences to his family.
Kim Bartish

Kim Bartish

January 2, 2017

Words cannot express the depth of grief I feel for the loss of Bob. When I would see him at MPC Fest he always had a smile. He was always excited to be there with his fellow comrades. I will forever remember him for the pure joy on his face for collecting and sharing. Thank you Bob for being a special person and collector; you hold a special place in my heart.
Kim Bartish
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
Port Clinton, Ohio

Fred Schwan

December 28, 2016

Bob was a true gentleman. No one could not like him. Bob was a leader in numismatics. That is how I knew him. He and I collected military money. We were working together on several projects. I am very sad. We lost a wonderful guy and great collector.

Fred Schwan

December 28, 2016

Bob was a gentleman. No one could help but like him. I am proud to have called him friend. I knew him as a collector. We shared interests in military money of various kinds. He is missed.

Stanley Campbell

December 23, 2016

As a Vietnam veteran and a collector of military items, I was glad to meet Bob at some of the Chicago area coin shows. He was quite the knowledgeable collector, and I was impressed to see his publication about military chits used in Vietnam. That was an impressive accomplishment, and I am sad that I passed on getting one of his booklets for my own. I also saw him wheeling and dealing with some of the great dealers in paper money. He not only held his own, but came out ahead! his kindness and good humor was much appreciated. Candolences to the family and friends.

Richard n Loretta Freyser

December 23, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to Bob's family. Dick and I will definitely miss him at the MPC Fest every year. His knowledge and positive attitude will be sorely missed.

Richard and Loretta Freyser

Ray Feller

December 22, 2016

I was so sad to hear that Bob passed away. Like many of the other people posting here, I knew Bob from his presence at the MPC Fests and other numismatic events. He will be so very missed. He was warm, likable, considerate, and genuine. We plan to name a new award after him at this year's Fest and would be happy to let his family know more about it.

Dave Frank

December 22, 2016

I met Bob at my first MPC Fest 9 years ago and even though he seemed quiet it didn't take long to become friends. Besides the Fest we would see each other at paper money shows in Chicago and Memphis usually getting together for breakfast or lunch and discussing the treasures we found at the bourse. Rest in piece Bob I will miss a kind friend.

Steve Swoish

December 22, 2016

I meet Bob at the MPC Fests & he was always a pleasure to talk to. He use to come to AZ to see his mother & we always got together to talk about anything & everything. He was a very diverse collector & always enjoyed talking about his new or latest acquisitions. I will miss him dearly as I believe we all will, he was always ready with a pleasant smile at Fest. RIP Bob.

Steve Swoish

Steve Feller

December 22, 2016

I knew Bob through his interest in military money. He was a friend to all and characteristically rather quiet about his accomplishments. He always gave a heartfelt talk at our annual MPCFests in Port Clinton, OH.

All of the Festers will miss our friend. May his memory be a blessing.

Bob talking numimatics

Bill Myers

December 22, 2016

I first met Bob Olson at the MPC Fest and since we were both First Sergeants we were often exchanging ideas. Bob had a large variety of collecting interest and many were in common between the both of us and we both enjoyed talking about them. We would trade material so both of our collections would grow. I always enjoyed seeing Bob Olson and I will miss our talks. Bob will be missed by me and many in the numismatic community. May he find joy in the great bourse in the heaven.

Bob talking numismatics

Bill Myers

December 22, 2016

Bill Myers

December 22, 2016

Bob Olson talking numimatics

Bill Myers

December 22, 2016

Ian Marshall

December 22, 2016

Bob was an ardent and eclectic collector in our community of collectors and always a gentleman and a friend in the truest sense of the words. I will miss him when I next attend a convention of our fellows. RIP Bob.

Howard Daniel

December 22, 2016

I knew Bob from the MPC Fests. He was always friendly and helpful to everyone. I cannot remember him without a smile. He will be greatly missed by me and many other Festers and veterans known to me. I hope he has a nice ride to the "other side" and I hope to meet him there someday.

December 22, 2016

Dan and I were sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a good friend and a dedicated numismatist, especially as it related to World War II He had gone to several ANA Summer Seminars to expand his knowledge, and was willing to share that knowledge with anyone who was interested. He will be missed.

Dan and Kathy Freeland

Patty Stephany

December 21, 2016

I am so sorry to see the passing of Bob,a classmate of 67' and a former neighbor from Marshall Ave and classmate from Rosenow .My sympathy to his mom, Ruth and the rest of the family.

December 20, 2016

My sincere condolences to his family on Bob's passing. We've known each other through the annual MPCFest held in Port Clinton, OH.
David E. Seelye

J A

December 19, 2016

My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15)

Showing 1 - 26 of 26 results