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Lucille Geraldine Olson

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Lucille Olson Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 2, 2025.
Olson, Lucille "Lu" (96), a woman of deep personal Christian faith, has been reunited with departed loved ones. She devoted herself to the fullest measure as a loving homemaker, devoted parent, supportive mate to each of her husbands, and adoring grandmother and great grandmother. Survived by son, Dave "Ole" (Kit); daughter-in-law, Linda Schmid (Andy); grandchildren, Bethany, Amanda, Melanie, Chris and Wyatt; great granddaughters, Abigail & Violet; sister, Marie Jordahl and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husbands, Glenn David Dreelan (1957) Howard R. Olson (2011); son, Arnie; grandson, Sammy; and brother Frank. A celebration of her blessed and abundant life will be held in Spring 2026.

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