ERIN LYNN OLSON, age 42 of Ridgeland, Wisconsin died Monday January 9, 2023.
Erin passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN on January 9, 2023 due to complications of Influenza A and bacterial pneumonia.
Per Erin’s wishes there will be a private family Celebration of Life.
Erin was born in Eau Claire, WI on July 26, 1980.
She was a graduate of Ellsworth High School, Class of 1999, and after High School went on to earn her LPN license from Red Wing Tech.
She was a natural caregiver and a great nurse for a few short years, working in a Care Center setting.
She sustained a second brain injury in 2006 and since then had many struggles. Aside from the rough times her wit and humor always prevailed.
Erin cherished her constant companion dog, “Josie” for 16 years, and lost her 2 years ago.
Family was important to Erin and holidays with her niece and nephew brought her so much joy.
Erin enjoyed quiet times, listening to music and just hanging out with her friend and companion, Mitch.
Erin is survived by: Mitchell Geiger
Her parents, Daniel and Becky Olson
Her brother Isaac (Ike) Olson and his fiancée’ Sara Perry
Niece and Nephew Ivan and Nellie Olson
Many Loving Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
Preceded in death by: her beloved dog, Josie.
Grandparents, Dale and Gladys Brorson
Clayton and Clarice McCarthy
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