Melanie Olson

Melanie Olson obituary, Coffeyville, KS

Melanie Olson

Melanie Olson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by David W. Barnes Funeral Home on Jan. 16, 2026.
Melanie Dolores Olson, age 70, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at her home.

Melanie was born on December 9, 1955, in Coffeyville to William and Elsye (Carrick) Trotter. She attended local schools, graduating from Field Kindley High School.

She was united in marriage to Gordon McDaniel, of that union two children were born, Brent and Melodie. The couple later divorced. Melanie was later married to Brent Olson; he preceded her in death. Melanie enjoyed music, socializing, spending time with her dog, Rusty, and loved to drink Pepsi.

Surviving to honor her memory are her children, Brent (Irina) McDaniel, Melodie (Brad) Blevins; grandchildren, Kevin and Bryan McDaniel, Lucas and Harper Blevins; sister, Penny Webber and her family; numerous extended relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Elsye Trotter, husband, Brent Olson and brother, Kevin Trotter.

Cremation is to take place under the direction of David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville. Private family services will be held at a later date. To leave a condolence for the family online, visit Melanie's memorial page at www.dwbfh.com

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

David W. Barnes Funeral Home

306 N Cline Rd, Coffeyville, KS 67337

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