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James E. "Jim" Olson

Stoughton, WI

June 1, 1943 - November 12, 2015

James E. "Jim" Olson Obituary

STOUGHTON-James E. Olson, age 72, of Stoughton, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. He was born on June 1, 1943, in Stoughton, the son of Edward and Bernice (Danks) Olson. He married Susan Reddeman on Aug. 5, 1967, in Brooklyn. Jim was a longtime employee of Ortega Foods, retiring in 1999. He was an owner of the Green Bay Packers, enjoyed shooting pool, traveling and all types of car racing, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. Jim is survived by his wife, Susan; son, Nathan (Nicole Lacy); daughter, Nanette (Ron) Scheel; sister, Mary (Fred) Sundby; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Edith (Lee) Swenson. A Memorial Gathering will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51 at Jackson St., Stoughton, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Monday, Nov. 16, 2015. A luncheon will follow at the American Legion Post 59, 803 N. Page St., Stoughton. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson Stoughton Funeral & Cremation Care 1358 Hwy. 51 @ Jackson St. (608)873-4590

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