Jerry A. Olson, 66, Benson

Jerry A. Olson, 66, of Benson, died Saturday, April 12, 2014, at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota.
A memorial service was held Saturday, May 3, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. Visitation was held from 10:00 am to 11:00 a.m. at the church Saturday.
Jerry Alan Olson, 66, was born October 18, 1947, in Benson, Minnesota, the son of Arol and Pearl Jergenson Olson. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. He grew up in Benson and graduated from Benson High School and later attended Custodial School in the Twin Cities.
He assisted Tubby Forbord and worked as a DJ for the roller rink at the Benson Armory, ran the projectors and cleaned the DeMarce Theater, was a service attendant at Kellner’s, and worked as a custodian at the Benson High School. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.
Jerry enjoyed hunting, camping, reading western books, watching western movies, listening to country music and watching all-star wrestling with his father.
He was called from this life Saturday April 12, 2014, at Sanford Health Care in Fargo, North Dakota.
Jerry is survived by his niece and nephews; Curtis (Heather) Olson of Elk River, DuWayne (Robin) Olson of St. Michael, Dawn (Greg) Anderson of Willow River, and Ryan Olson of Alexandria.
He was preceded in death by his parents Arol and Pearl Olson and a brother Robert Olson.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson assisted the family with the arrangements.