Vernon Elmer Olson

WINONAVernon E. Olson, 87, of Winona died Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Lake Winona Manor.Vernon was born February 11, 1927 to Andrew and Mathilda (Evenson) Olson. He was one of twelve children. He served in the United States Army from 1946 to 1947. On September 30, 1950 he married Lucille Staloch. Together they raised 5 children, Bryan, Steven, Joseph, Ann, and David. Vernon retired from the Minnesota Department of Transportation where he worked for many years.Vernon is survived by his wife, Lucille; children, Bryan (Sharleen), Steven (Catherine), Ann (Brent) Wagner, and David (Shannon); 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and twin sister, Verna Haugen.He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Joseph Andrew; and 10 siblings.A memorial service for Vernon will be held 1:30 p.m., Saturday, February 7, 2015 at Hoff Celebration of Life Center with the Reverend Monsignor Richard Colletti officiating. Visitation will take place two hours prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at St. Paul's Cemetery in Minnesota City.
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