Ronald Dale Olson of Valparaiso died Friday, Nov. 12, 2004 in Valparaiso. He was 46.

Born in Indianapolis on March 30, 1958, he was the son of Dr. L. Dale Olson and Mickey Olson, both of whom survive in Valparaiso. He is also survived by brother Rick Olson (wife Joan) of Valparaiso; sister Randi Olson of Valparaiso; and nephews Rickie II, Ryan, Alex and Danny, all of Valparaiso.

Private family serves were held today, Monday, Nov. 15. Entombment was at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. Arrange-ments were handled by Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home Portage Chapel, 6941 Central Ave., Portage.

Mr. Olson loved music and animals. Memorials may be made to The Animal Legal Defense Fund, 127 Fourth St., Petaluma, Calif., 94952-3005.

Posted 11/15/2004