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Mira J. Olson

1955 - 2024

Mira J. Olson obituary, 1955-2024, Gold Canyon, WI

BORN

1955

DIED

2024

Mira Olson Obituary

Mira (nee: Milojicic) Olson, 68, of Gold Canyon, AZ, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Gilbert, AZ after a courageous battle with cancer. Mira was born in Racine, WI on May 18, 1955, where she graduated from William Horlick High School, Class of '73. On July 13, 1974, she was united in marriage to Rick Olson. Mira was employed by Wisconsin Natural Gas Company in Racine and Salt River Project in Mesa, AZ before retiring in 2014. She had a passion for cooking, loved crocheting and enjoyed spending time with her family. Preceded in death by her father Miodrag Milojicic. She is survived by her mother Herta Milojicic, husband, Rick Olson, daughter Liz (Dave) Chilen, granddaughter Lauren Chilen, sisters Moni (Rick) Fiscus, Maria (Larry) Wainwright, special friends Sandy and TK Ketchum along with nieces, nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the American Cancer Society.

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

Published by Racine Journal Times from Jan. 9 to Jan. 10, 2024.

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Margie Bullock (Martinez)

March 7, 2024

Maria, I'm so sad to hear of Mira's passing! Many fond memories of her back in Racine. Give your mom and dad my condolences, and my condolence's to you, Larry and son too! God bless you all and I know our reunion in heaven will be glorious!! Margie Bullock (Martinez)

Paula King

February 3, 2024

My dear friend of many years, rest in peace. Love, Paula King

Janet Swaim

January 11, 2024

A dear friend amd neighbor whom I shall miss so very much. May she rest in peace after a courageous battle.

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