JON L. OLSON

JON L. OLSON 

     Jon L. Olson, 79, of Melrose, passed away Sept. 4, 2025, peacefully at his home after a courageous eight-year battle with lung cancer. 

     He was born Oct. 24, 1945, to Lawrence and Martha Olson. Jon was a third-generation truck driver, which he enjoyed and took great pride in. In his earlier years, he farmed and hauled cattle with his father. He later worked for Melrose farm service in which he retired from.

     Jon married the love of his life, Ruth Richard, Sept. 10, 1976. Jon enjoyed the great outdoors, hunting, fishing, cutting wood and especially enjoyed spending time with his beloved wife and family. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR. Jon was beloved by the community and had many friends and acquaintances. He will be truly missed by many. 

     He was preceded in death by his parents and younger twin brother, Gene.

     He is survived by his wife, Ruth; sisters Bonita “Bunny” Buchard and Janis (Chuck) Wendell; sister-in-law, Ginny Olson; sons Jon (Mary) Olson II, Darin (Liz) Olson and Ira (Kelli) Olson; grandkids Jon III (Tony), Devyn (Devin), Dackota, Danyon, Noah (Bailey), ShyAnne (Casey) and Samuel; many great-grandkids, and several nieces and nephews; special friends Bo, Krystal and Olivia Donnlley; and his dog, Bear. 

            The celebration of life memorial service for Jon will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at South Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, W16679 County D, Ettrick, WI. A visitation will be held at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow the service at South Beaver Creek Lutheran Cemetery.