Howard Arthur Olson

Howard Arthur Olson passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at the age of 76. He was born to John and Tilda (Falla) Olson in McHenry, North Dakota on September 13, 1939. Howard is survived by his loving wife Liz, sons Eric Olson of Plymouth and Kirk Olson of Mora, brother Julian (Marie) Qualley of Detroit Lakes and many colleagues and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Tilda & Neil Qualley, daughter Kristin Olson and brother Henry Olson. Reverend Jack Koch will officiate the funeral service for Howard: 2:30 PM Friday, April 8th at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Pine City, Minnesota. A time of visitation and reviewal is planned for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will take place at the Birchwood Cemetery. Military Honors provided by Heath-Perkins American Legion Post #51, Novak-Milliren VFW Post #4258 and the Minnesota National Guard. Funeral arrangements for Howard Olson are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service ~ Swanson Chapel, Pine City, Minnesota. www.funeralandcremationservice.com