1962
Shaun
2017
Shaun Olson
April 23, 1962 — June 24, 2017
Shaun Olson was born April 23, 1962, in MN, and died suddenly in Atchison, Kansas on June 24, 2017.
Shaun graduated from Duluth East and the University of Minnesota in 1985, majoring in physics.
While in MN he worked a variety of jobs, including Scenic carpenter and artist for Design Group and KTCA TV. He participated in the restoration of the commuter vessel the Windrose, and was employed as a machine builder, contract and electrical technician with many companies.
He relocated to Shawnee, KS in 2001 in order to pursue "the dream job of a lifetime." Although he never regretted the move, he did miss those left behind, the beautiful scenery of his home state, and the opportunities to canoe, hike and fish for walleye it offered.
Shaun moved to Atchison, KS in 2003. He began working for MGP in 2004 as instrument and electrical journeyman. In 2013 he relocated to Cummings, fulfilling his and his partners dream of retiring to the country to breed Kinder goats. He particularly looked forward to having his workshop set up so he could indulge his many hobbies, and learn how to make AppleJack.
Born on St. George's Day, Shaun loved dragons. He was a good hearted prankster, an avid reader of Fantasy science fiction and enjoyed gaming and puzzles of any kind. He liked music from the 70's, especially "hippie acid space rock." He also enjoyed blue grass, classical and both playing and listening to piano.
Shaun believed a study of physics resulted in a journey from agnosticism to belief for most. He found his own spiritual sustenance in nature: particularly, the family cabin, parks, and waterfalls of MN's north shore. Shaun has been cremated, and will be returned to rest in those places he loved. No services will be held, but Prayers offered for his safe journey home are welcome. Memorial contributions are suggested to Atchison animal control or the Atchison library and can be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.
Shaun was a current member of united food & commercial workers union, Local #74D. He was a past board member of the AACSA.
Shaun was blessed to be part of two large extended families, Larsons and Olson, and was a gentle soul who was loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was much loved and will be sorely missed by the many he leaves behind, those in the home, Julie, parents Clyde and Jean Olson, sister Wendy Olson, brother David Olson (Stacy), and his nephews Max, Josh, Jon and Arik
Shaun graduated from Duluth East and the University of Minnesota in 1985, majoring in physics.
While in MN he worked a variety of jobs, including Scenic carpenter and artist for Design Group and KTCA TV. He participated in the restoration of the commuter vessel the Windrose, and was employed as a machine builder, contract and electrical technician with many companies.
He relocated to Shawnee, KS in 2001 in order to pursue "the dream job of a lifetime." Although he never regretted the move, he did miss those left behind, the beautiful scenery of his home state, and the opportunities to canoe, hike and fish for walleye it offered.
Shaun moved to Atchison, KS in 2003. He began working for MGP in 2004 as instrument and electrical journeyman. In 2013 he relocated to Cummings, fulfilling his and his partners dream of retiring to the country to breed Kinder goats. He particularly looked forward to having his workshop set up so he could indulge his many hobbies, and learn how to make AppleJack.
Born on St. George's Day, Shaun loved dragons. He was a good hearted prankster, an avid reader of Fantasy science fiction and enjoyed gaming and puzzles of any kind. He liked music from the 70's, especially "hippie acid space rock." He also enjoyed blue grass, classical and both playing and listening to piano.
Shaun believed a study of physics resulted in a journey from agnosticism to belief for most. He found his own spiritual sustenance in nature: particularly, the family cabin, parks, and waterfalls of MN's north shore. Shaun has been cremated, and will be returned to rest in those places he loved. No services will be held, but Prayers offered for his safe journey home are welcome. Memorial contributions are suggested to Atchison animal control or the Atchison library and can be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.
Shaun was a current member of united food & commercial workers union, Local #74D. He was a past board member of the AACSA.
Shaun was blessed to be part of two large extended families, Larsons and Olson, and was a gentle soul who was loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was much loved and will be sorely missed by the many he leaves behind, those in the home, Julie, parents Clyde and Jean Olson, sister Wendy Olson, brother David Olson (Stacy), and his nephews Max, Josh, Jon and Arik
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