Bruce Olson

Olson, Bruce Lynn, age 47, of Mpls. died peacefully October 24, 2005 wrapped in the arms of his wife Linda. Bruce was a 9 year friend of Bill W. He was an avid motorcyclist, gifted gardener, accomplished musician, talented photographer and skilled pressman. In addition to his wife he is survived by his special dog pal Wilma, his mother Myrtle Olson, mother-in-law Alma Lazier, brothers David, Brian, Daniel (Teresa), sister Deborah, their children and grandchildren, his stepchildren Jaana (Daniel) Bissonette, their children David (Miya) Swensen, Casey Lodermeier, her companion Paul Mueller, his play station buddy grandson Nathan Matlick, favorite subject of photos granddaughter Claudia Swensen, aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws. Bruce was blessed with many wonderful friends who filled his last days with laughter and love. Thank you to the staff of Univ. of MN hospital for their care, and especially ICU nurse Traci whose compassion and skill helped ease us all through his final hours. A special thanks to Joe Tuccitto and Kent Esby of the printing dept. at Dunwoody for providing Bruce with purpose, dignity and respect in his last months. Funeral gathering Friday, October 28th, 6:30 PM at BRADSHAW, 3131 Minnehaha Ave. S., Mpls. Burial Monday, October 31st, 1:00 PM at Fort Snelling National Cemetery (Assembly Area 2).



Bradshaw

3131 Minnehaha Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55406

612-724-3621