Todd Richard Olson's Obituary
Racine-Todd Richard Olson, 66, passed away at his residence surrounded by his family on Thursday, January 30, 2020.
Todd was born to the late Orville and Sally (nee: Smith) Olson on September 4, 1953, in Racine. He was united in marriage to Janice Elaine Anderson on September 6, 1975, in Racine.
Todd worked as a welder at Case New Holland for 33 years, retiring in 2000. He was an avid outdoorsman. Todd’s favorite times of his life were going to his cabin in Beacher, WI. While at his cabin, Todd would hunt and fish. One of his greatest accomplishments was hitting two bucks with one arrow. He loved riding his Harley and snowmobiles. Todd always enjoyed a good cigar and loved his cat, Sassy. Above all, Todd loved his family and he will be deeply missed.
Left to cherish Todd’s memory is his loving wife of 44 years, Janice Elaine Olson; sons: Erik Olson, Nicholas Olson, and Jason (Melissa Grimm) Olson; granddaughters: Jenna and Meghan Olson; Melissa Grimm’s children: Kiele and Johnathan; brothers: Marty (Alice) Olson, Eric (Patti) Olson, and Mark (Delores Avila) Olson; sisters: Kathy Schmidt, Kristy (Jim) Skowronski, Kim (Joe) Janicek; and Karen Montgomery; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Todd is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Olson and an infant brother, Douglas; in-laws, Robert and Janice Anderson; along with his paternal and maternal grandparents.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Todd’s life with reception at Fifth Street Yacht Club starting at 12:00 p.m. on February 15, 2020. Memorials may be directed to the Olson family.
A special thank you to all of Todd’s family and friends.
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