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John Arthur
Olson
May 22, 1949 – May 7, 2023
John A. Olson, 73, of Superior, died on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Essentia Health - St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth.
John was born in Superior on May 22, 1949, the son of Muriel (Alenius) and Arthur H. Olson.
His work history started at U.S. Steel in Morgan Park, then as a clerk with the C&NW railroad, DM&IR railroad and retired from the CN railroad.
John had a passion for cars, both old and new. He enjoyed watching the Packers and Brewers, listening to Blues music, traveling, and walking his dogs. He also collected coins and watches. Most importantly, he will be remembered as a very generous and caring person.
Preceding him in death were his parents; brother, James B. 'Ole' Olson; and nephew, Jerry Peterson
Survivors include his daughters, Mindy (Tom) Fry of Zimmerman, MN, and Lauren Olson of Superior; grandchildren, Tyler, Devin, and Isabella McCormick; fiancé, Jeanine M. Rybak, Superior; sisters, Julie (Doug) Peterson of Solon Springs, and Jill (Paul) Olson of Superior; sister-in-law, Suzie Olson, Superior; special friends, Erik M. (Victoria) Rybak of Woodbury, MN; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his dogs, Charlie and Sadie.
Visitation will be from 1:00 until the 3 p.m. service Friday, June 23, 2023, at Downs Funeral Home, 1617 N. 19th Street, Superior. Gary Banker will officiate. A luncheon will follow the service at Shamrock Pizza, 5825 Tower Ave., Superior.
Burial in Graceland Cemetery, Superior, will be at a later date.
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