James Olson Obituary

Jim was a good guy, so was his brother Steve and his great parents. Was very sad to hear what happened. Was happy to at least see him when came home on leave from the Corps once. Jim was one of the many worth having as lifelong friends from the St Rene neighborhood.
Until the next time, Jim.

Late to the party so to speak. I knew Jimmy and Steve great guys played alot of sports with both, terrible news very sorry Steve. RIP my friend St. Rene.

Jimmy,

I often go back and think about the great times we had together, be it at your house in the basement, or at my house in the back room, we always had a guitar in our hands playing old Zeppelin and Rush songs. You always made me feel like I was the best player on the planet even though I clearly wasn’t.
That is just the kind of person that you are, you always put your friends first.

Its funny how life turns out, we always said that we would never lose touch when we got older, but somehow we did.
Jimmy I love you like a brother and I will never forget you.

Brian Seyfarth

Dawn just called me and gave me the heart breaking news! Jimmy was one the sweetest people I knew. Saddest news I have heard in a long time. Rock on in a better place Jimmy!!!

I just heard about Jimmy. Diane, my heart hurts so for your loss. May God watch over you and your family in your time of sorrow. May Jimmy rest in peace at last!
Sophie Bakos

Jimmy, i miss you already brother.


Scott

Jimmy,you will be forever missed.The last couple of months getting to you again were the best.

I just found out about Jimmy's passing yesterday when my brother called me and told me. I hadn't seen Jimmy in a VERY long time, but we went to school together and he was always nice to me. Him and Glen were always together and we lived down the block from one another. I was shocked to hear he passed away. My deepest condolences to the entire family and to those who knew and loved him. May he rest in Peace.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to my Cousin Diane and her family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Will keep in touch.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to watch over all of you during this difficult time. Please know that we are there for you if you need anything.

Daddy,

You are forever in my heart. You meant the world to me and everyone else who have known you. You will be greatly missed. I will always remember the great times we had together, and how much you loved me and everyone else. Soon we will be together, and this is not a goodbye, but see you in the future.
I love you so much and rest in peace daddy until we meet again...

The whole Valentine family loves you Jimmy and you will forever be missed.

Jimmy, where do we go? We talked so many early mornings, felt so many similar things. I need you. You better be there when I come home.

Jim i remember some of the wildest rides we took and the hanging out in our friends basement. We had some good times together bro... I will never forget you. My condolences go out to his family and friends.

I've known Jim since he was born. Although he was never related to me, I always felt he was a part of my family. Every time we met, he had a smile on his face, was kind and courteous, and friendly. It's a shame that his life had to end so soon. I will miss him, but his memories will live on. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Diane and Steve. I will keep you and your family in my prayers, asking God to give you comfort during ths difficult time. Love you both!

I just found out about Jimmys passing. To say I am sad to hear this is an understatement, he was a great guy and always good to be around with. I knew him since 1983 and always had fun with him and never got into a fight and always enjoyed talking music esp. Led Zeppelin and guitar playing. All my memories of Jimmy are great ones-I can't recall anything bad and I wish we had kept in closer touch over the years. My deepest sympathies go to his surviving family and I will miss him so much. Rock in Peace Jimmy.

I will always remember the people that have been in my life. You where there from the beginning. The love was always unconditional for me and Megan. We shared a lot of memories as I grew up and I will miss you dearly. I hope that where you are, you are happy and at peace. Love Always your Jumpy Jumpy Girl<3

Jimmy!!! I've known you since I was 3!!!! I can't even begin to recall all of the memories growing up just a few houses away. The world will be an emptier place. I have often thought of you and wondered how you were...I wish I'd been able to reach you and say hello. May you always be in peace now xoxoxoxoxo -Cathy Shemash

I hope you have found peace and serenity that you could not find in life. Rock on Jimmy. Friends forever.

Jimmy, I will always love you. I have so many wonderful memories of us being together--our talks on the porch, our walks to the pond and spending time in the house playing with Kennedy. Thank you for everything you have done in my life. You were the most kindhearted person who only thought of others and not of yourself. If we can only be more like you than this world would be a better place to live. Kennedy and I will truly miss you. May your soul rest in peace. I love you.

I remember having such a crush on Jim in the 8th grade. We went to different grammar schools, but he and Glen were in the science fair that was held at our school that year. Talk about sweaty palms and a fast heartbeat. I couldn't wait to get to school every day then and I was so bummed when that fair was over. By the time we both got to Kennedy the next year it had passed, but I'll never forget it. I'm so sorry to hear about Jim's passing.

Thank You for Being my good Friend! I miss you like Crazy!

Your Bud Forever, Ken Nagel

Jim, The impact you had on others were always positive. you always knew when to give me a shot in the arm whether I was dealing with issues at home or work. Jim, the only way I can remember you is Smiling! You gave great Friendship that will Always, Always be Missed.
Love Jerry Montgomery and Family

Jim and I met thru work and we hit it off pretty good! Seeing that he had the same first name, we nick named him Little Jim (LJ for short)!We had many a great time from my first Skydive to White Water Rafting along with endless other memories! We have been thru Thick and Thin together and he will be missed! My thoughts and prayers to his Mother and the rest of his Family, LJ, May you Forever Rest in Piece

I met Jim, thru my husband some years ago,I know Jim was full of life and kind hearted. He gave us our dog.. Spirit. We truly have the "Spirit" of Jim to always remember. As a friend he will be greatly missed.

Dear Jimmy: We knew you for many years and always enjoyed talking with you. You were the kindest, most thoughtful person we knew. May you rest in eternal peace. Also, Diane, Steve and Cindy , we will keep you in prayers so you will find peace and rest in the passing of Jim.

I have known Jimmy since he was 5. He was one of my lifetime bestfriends, he is my daughters Godfather. Some of my best memories from childhood and adulthood are with Jimmy. He will be greatly missed by my family and I. Our deepest sympathy and love to Diane and Steven. I hope you found the peace you were lookin for my friend, I love you and you will always be in my heart.

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Olson Family. May Jimmy rest in peace.I am truly sorry for your loss.

OUR SYMPATHIES TO DIANE AND STEVEN....
REST IN PEACE JIMMY..WE HARDLY KNEW YE.

WITH OUR LOVE TO THE FAMILY....
ROSE MARY AND MIKE OLSON
MARILYN AND IRV CHRISTIANSEN
AUNT MARIE AND BOB KOZIEL

I met Jim (Slick) back in high school in the 80’s. I always looked forward to seeing him in the neighborhood mostly if there was a carnival in the city. Back in the days I always remembered him wearing a white jacket with a scarf. The memories that we created maybe gone but will never be forgotten. Slick may you Rest in Internal Peace forever.

Jimmy & I thought we met for the first time when we were age 20 but soon realized we went to 8th grade together. I was divorced with a son David going into kindergarten, a son Preston age one, and a daughter Brittany only a few months old. Jim and I fell madly and instantaneously in love. He treated my children as his very own. He was proud of the kids taking and showing them off to everyone. Jim and I probably spent a total of 7 years together as a couple. For forces beyond our earthly control Jim and I became only friends and have remained so. Jim and the three children have continued a Father/Child relationship. We are so graced by God to have known and shared a life with such a wonderful, kind & caring, giving, loving, and so dear sweet man. The love us four shared will always remain in out hearts, minds, and souls. Jim, you now have a rested soul with our Lord and reunited with your family you missed so. Give them all a hug for us. Until we meet again, my love always & forever. Yours, Deanna

Rest in Peace Jimmy. Our deepest sympathies go out to Diane and Steve and the rest of the family.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Jim was one of my oldest and closest friends. Over the years we shared so many memories, they are too long to list. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Olson Family. Jim was a great friend and he will be missed dearly.