Daniel Olson

DANIEL EDWARD OLSON

On January 17, 2023 in Winnipeg, MB, Dan's journey unexpectedly came to an end.

Dan was born on August 4, 1957 to William (deceased) and Lois Olson in the farming community of Pierson, MB.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Katherine Gray-Olson; son Mark Brandon Olson (Meghan), daughter Erika Laine Olson and mother Lois Olson. He was brother to Lydia Mills (deceased), John (Rosemarie) Olson, Louise (Malcolm) Jones, Sylvia (Richard) Carignan, Lois (Charles) Beer, Frances Greywood, Tim (Kathryn) Olson, Wendy Olson and Diane Beggs; also survived by father-in-law Lockhart Gray, mother-in-law Anne Griffiths, brother-in-law David (Terina) Gray and a large extended family, all of whom held a special place in his heart. He will be greatly missed by those he was blessed to have as his most trusted and valued friends.

Dan had a rich and fulfilling career in the field of electrical/electronic engineering. His career took him to many wonderful places and blessed him with the opportunity to collaborate with some extraordinary people. After many years of working at Versatile and Ford-New Holland, in 2001 he started his own successful business N Compass Solutions, giving him the opportunity to consult for MCI, Mac Don, New Flyer and other companies. He loved a challenge; his dedicated approach was evident and an integral part of every project in which he was involved.

Dan was a modest man of great faith, slow to anger and quick to forgive. The Golden Rule was his standard; he lived his life accordingly. He knew time to be a precious commodity, yet gave his freely. As a husband and father he truly and profoundly understood his wife and children.

He was fiercely devoted; his love and unconditional support were unwavering. His wish for his family and friends is to never lose sight of their inner child, curiosity, sense of wonder and the joys of nature.

Dan and his music were taken too soon from us; we can be comforted with knowing he will be strumming for us from above.

A memorial service for Daniel was held at the Pierson Community Hall, Pierson, MB. on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Glen Whetter officiating.

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