Wayne Olson

wayne olson
Wayne M. Olson, 94, Fargo formerly Valley City and Fingal, North Dakota passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at Elim Care and Rehab Center, Fargo. Wayne was born October 2, 1924 in Fingal, North Dakota to Eddie and Martha (Krueger) Olson. He graduated from Fingal High School in 1942. He farmed near the Fingal area. He married Lorraine Strang on June 16, 1955 in Dawson, North Dakota. They made their home at the farm near Fingal where Lorraine was a teacher. They moved to Valley City in their retirement years and more recently to Fargo. He was an aviation enthusiast and taught Sunday school for many years. He could fix anything and was accomplished in carpentry, welding and plumbing. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lorraine, Fargo, ND; 5 children, Carole Olson Gates, Bradenton, FL, Darrel (Julie) Olson, Fargo, ND, DeAnn (Mike) Holm, Moorhead, MN, Donovan (Brenda) Olson, Fingal, ND, Barbara (K.C.) McConn, Fargo, ND; 8 grandchildren, Nicholas Olson, Jordan Olson, Megan Sabby, Riley Sabby, Taylor Olson, Mataya Olson, Madison McConn and Co McConn; 1 great-grandchild, Hailey. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Delayne Koslofsky and infant brother. Private family services will be held.

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  1. Wayne was a very nice man. VERY Skilled with his mind and hands. His HO Model of the High-Line Bridge at the Barnes County Museum has been enjoyed by thousands of people over the years. His help with my 1901 Oldsmobile was sincerely appreciated. He will be missed. My, and the Barnes County Historical Society’s, condolences to Loraine and the family on his passing.

  2. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Wayne was a wonderful man. I remember fondly how he and my Dad were such good friends and he was a good friend to us all. May you rest in peace, Wayne.

  3. My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Olson. I hope you can find comfort and peace in the promise found in the Holy Scriptures of an earthly resurrection when we will be able to see our loved ones again. This hope has brought me great comfort and I hop it does the same for you. (John 5:28, 29)

  4. Dear Lorraine and family, I just heard of Wayne’s death. My sympathy to you all. I enjoyed visiting with and sometimes arguing with Wayne. I have missed seeing you both the last couple years. Please take care.
    Carol S Nelson


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