Olson, Odin E. "Odie" Age 93 of Minnetonka, passed away of natural causes on September 21st, 2017. Preceded in death by wife Arlene. Survived by his three children: Diane (Chuck) Pickett, James (Lori) Olson, and Barbara (James) Gabbert, eight grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and many relatives. After graduating from Luverne H.S. and the U of M in electrical engineering, Odie served in the Navy during World War II. An avid outdoorsman, Odie enjoyed fishing, hunting, skiing, and golf. He especially enjoyed having the whole family at their cabin on Cedar Lake near Annandale and their Florida home in Ocala. A celebration of Odie's life will be held on Tuesday, September 26th at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Hopkins at 2 PM. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers to donor's choice.

Published on September 25, 2017


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