NEWTON, Iowa — Michael L. Olson, 76, of Newton, Iowa, passed Monday, July 23, 2018, at his home in Newton.
A celebration of Mike’s Life will be held at a later date.
Mike, the son of Robert and Maxine (Biggerstaff) Olson, was born December 11, 1941, in Huron. He graduated from South Dakota State University with a degree in Civil Engineering. Mike was united in marriage with Pamela Mix July 31, 2009, in Newton, Iowa.
He worked as a civil engineer in Wayne County, Iowa and in Jasper County, Iowa, before retiring in 2005. He loved building roads and bridges, and took pride in a job well done. He enjoyed his family and friends, running heavy equipment, and hunting.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela; his son, Jon (Kate) Olson of Atlantic; a daughter; granddaughters, Keira and Olivia Olson; siblings, JoAnn (Eugene) Goodale, Sandra Marchese, Clayton Olson, Kathy Romano, Beth (Robert) Duerre, Sidney (Diane) Olson, and Jeffrey (Joan) Olson; sister-in-law, Susan (Dallas) Tesmer; brother-in-law, Greg Mix; and many nieces and nephews. 
He preceded in death by his parents; brothers-in-law, Michael Marchese and Russell Romano; and sister-in-law, Marlene Olson.
Memorials can be made to the Jasper County Animal Rescue League or to Mike’s family to be used for Cass County 4-H, and can be left at the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Newton or sent directly to the family.
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