Steven Arthur Olson

Steven will be dearly missed by his family and friends as he passed away at Southdale Hospital on July 31 after a brief illness. Steven and his wife, Mary Elizabeth celebrated 50 years of marriage in May. They have one son Jason (Melanie) and two grandchildren Britta and Jonas. Survived by his wife, son and grandchildren, Steven is also survived by his brother David (Karen) and several cousins and extended family. He was preceded in death by parents Milton and Marvyl Olson and numerous extended family. Steven was a beloved member of Christ The King Lutheran Church for more than four decades, where he served in various roles as an usher, chore crew, worship band member and choir member. He was a passionate lifelong musician who would play his saxophone not only at church but at Meadow Woods, where he lived since 2017. He was part of the Minneapolis and St. Paul Postal Bands for more than 30 years, playing at various sites throughout the Twin Cities. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Steven and his family moved to Hayward, where his father ran the hardware store before moving to Albert Lea where he would graduate from high school in 1964. Steven attended Waldorf College for two years before joining the Navy from 1964-68. As a Hospital Corpsman, Steven served on the USS Denver and USS Dubuque troop carriers during the Vietnam War. Following his service, Steven began a 32-year career with the United States Postal Service, first as a letter carrier in St. Paul before moving on to the Bulk Mail Center in Eagan. He met Mary Elizabeth in a singles group at Central Lutheran Church, and they married on May 8, 1976. Steven enjoyed spending time outdoors, tending to a veggie garden, playing in a bowling league, going for walks or bike rides, playing golf, fishing or attending a Twins, Wild (North Stars) or Gophers (hockey and wrestling) game over the years. In recent years, Steven expressed his creativity through artwork with the Campus Club at Martin Luther Manor. He became a prolific potter, painter, and crafter, always eager to help newcomers feel welcome while fostering longtime friendships with a warm smile or a conversation. A memorial service at Christ The King Lutheran Church in Bloomington will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21 with visitation at 10 a.m. and luncheon to follow. May his memory be a blessing to those who knew him.

Steven Arthur Olson

May 5, 1945 - July 31, 2026

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