Gary Lee Olson

Gary Lee Olson, age 80, of Stevens Point, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, with his wife and daughter by his side.
Gary was born on July 16, 1942, in Chetek, Wisconsin, the son of Bardon and Eleanor (Bronstad) Olson. He graduated from Cameron High School in 1960. Gary attended Barron County Teachers College and later taught school in Plaza, North Dakota. He proudly served in the United States Army and went to basic training in Fort Jackson South Carolina. He then joined the Army National Guard and was stationed in Rice Lake, Wisconsin with the 128th D Company. He married Sharon Berlin on June 29, 1968 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Wisconsin Rapids. He worked for the Schwan's Sales Enterprises in route sales and as depot manager for forty plus years.
Gary was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed watching the Brewers, Packer and Badgers. In his earlier years he enjoyed bowling and golfing, competing in Cameron Open each September for many seasons. Gary greatly enjoyed time with his family from years of birthday celebrations, picnics, reunions, family outing at theme parks, water parks and to simply enjoy the relaxation at a cabin near the lake "up north". Holidays with family were always very special times.
Gary is survived by his wife, Children: Corey (Debra) Olson, Bridget Olson; grandchildren: Floyd (Allison) Dean, Brittany (Nash) Schoff, Sarah Olson, Courtney Olson, Alex Ceizyk, Nick Ceizyk, Tyler Ceizyk, Kiera Hall, Garrett Hall; great-grandchildren: Joyce, Dawson, Whittney, Wynter, Cora, Brendon; siblings: Willis (Bonnie) Olson, Robert (Diane) Olson. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews and other extended family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Leon (Sharon) Olson and niece Amanda Olson.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff on the 8th floor and Hospice for the great care that he received.
Services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Herman-Taylor Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids. Deacon Jim Johnston will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at the funeral home.