Obituary of Robert Olson

Robert J. Olson "Bob" Age 75, of Shorewood, IL passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at Lakewood Nursing & Rehab Center in Plainfield. Born and raised in Evanston, IL. Bob was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Barbara (nee Hawkins); daughter, Tracy Olson; grandchildren, Jessica, Heather and William Olson; and two step-daughters, Lynee Douglas and Cheryl Coleman. Preceded in death by his son, Eric Olson; and parents, Bert and Theresa Olson. Bob, a retired printer after 45 years with the Chicago Sun Times, enjoyed scuba diving, skiing, golf, chess and going to the gun range. He was a gun collector and a muscle car enthusiast, who would build his own high performance engines. He will be deeply missed and remembered as a very devoted and loving husband. Funeral Services for Robert J. Olson will be Friday, November 14, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Friday morning, 10:00 a.m. until time of services. For more information: 815-741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com