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David Olson Obituary
September 12, 1945 - May 19, 2025
David "Dave" Olson, "Coach Ole" was born on September 12, 1945, to Adolph and Ida Olson. He passed away on Monday, May 19.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Ida Olson (Nelson); brother, Leonard (Beatrice); and sister, Audrey.
Dave is survived by his brothers, Arthur (Beverly) and Scott (Betsy); sister, Margie (Doug Bendel); wife, Sue Olson (Medinger); sons, Derek (Melyssa) and Travis (Cassie); and his grandchildren, Billy, Matthew, Laurel and Robin. He is also survived by his in-laws whom he considered brothers and sisters: Sandy and Mike Hammes, John and Dee Medinger, Daniel and Patti Medinger, Linda Bechly, Sven and Kristi Medinger, Pete and Lisa Medinger, Mary and Joe Kulmaczewski: Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Dave grew up on the home farm in Coon Valley and graduated from Westby in 1963. He then attended La Crosse State University where he met Sue Medinger. They were married on June 3, 1967. Dave started teaching and coaching in 1967, and kept on for 50 years. Coach Ole coached track and cross country and taught math to several generations at Logan Middle and High schools. He also taught in Koyuk, Alaska, as well as UW La Crosse. He loved coaching and his athletes. Dave was the family handyman, helping so many with many remodeling and additions. Dave loved his land and garden and enjoyed sharing many pumpkins with everyone.
His care for others extended to being an organ donor.
David's memorial will be at Blaschke & Schneider's Funeral Home at 1501 West Ave S, La Crosse, Wis. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 1, 2025, with a remembrance ceremony at 1 p.m.
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Mark Gilbertson
May 29, 2025
Meet this wonderful guy while playing slow pitch softball in LaCrosse. Such a fun person to be around and was always very positive in the way he coached our team. Can see him now running down the sidewalk by Autolite building on the Northside. He will be missed by all his friends and great family. RIP Coach Dave
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