Harry W. Olson

Harry W. Olson obituary, Fond du Lac, WI

Harry W. Olson

Harry Olson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Zacherl Funeral Home - Fond du Lac on Oct. 10, 2023.

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Harry William Olson, Jr., 81, passed away on October 4, 2023 at Harbor Haven Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born in Chicago, IL on June 1, 1942 to the late Harry and Helen (Anderson) Olson.
Harry graduated from Highland Park High School in Chicago, IL and earned a Bachelors degree from UW-Milwaukee. Harry served honorably in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1968.
Harry had a successful career in life and health insurance and financial advising.
Harry was a history buff and also enjoyed golf, baseball and football.
Harry is survived by his wife Ceci; children Becki Behrens, Tammy Olson, Jason Olson, Allie Olson, Norcel Cruz, Julie Ann Cruz Yandoc and Celbert Cruz; grandchildren Andrew (Tina), Jerry, Ben, Keonev, Broyce, David, Jasper, Princess, Paul Jacob, Paul Kyrie; and great grandchildren Blayke, Skyler and Lillie.
He is further survived by a brother Jim (Lorraine) Olson; sister Marilyn (Dan) McKinney; sister-in-law Gail Olson; dear friends Albert and Patricia Calderon, nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by brothers Philip and Steven Olson.
Harry will be laid to rest at Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King, WI, in a private ceremony with close family and friends.
A celebration of Harry's life will take place on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 1:00PM at Oakwood Church, 3041 Oakwood Road, Hartland, WI 53029.
Harry's family would like to thank SSM Health and Hospice and the staff at Harbor Haven for the compassionate care received.

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