Mr. Vernon "Bud" Olson

Dear Pastor Tim, Cyndi, and Jonathan,

Our deepest condolences as you mourn the loss of your father/ father- in law/ grandfather. Although I never had the opportunity to meet him, I know how excited all of the Olsons were to have him back in Iowa last year. The obituary that summarized his life told the story of one who loved his family and others deeply, and made quite an impact upon all he met. I was particularly moved by his willingness

Dear Pastor Tim, Cyndi, and Jonathan,

Our deepest condolences as you mourn the loss of your father/ father- in law/ grandfather. Although I never had the opportunity to meet him, I know how excited all of the Olsons were to have him back in Iowa last year. The obituary that summarized his life told the story of one who loved his family and others deeply, and made quite an impact upon all he met. I was particularly moved by his willingness to serve his church and community. Our earthly loss is heaven's gain, and we as a human family are richer for the time that he spent on earth with us.

In deepest sympathy,
Cat and the Wilsons
(Joe, Nick, Tom, Anna, and Victoria)

Pastor Tim-

We met your family at Redeemer Lutheran Church in 1966 Your father and I served on the Church Council, Finance and Stewardship Committes before and during the first building program in 1968. He was truly "a pillar of the church" and we are blessed to have known him. He was a man of authentic faith and is missed by his friends in Bettendorf.

Larry & Linda Barquist

Tim;
Please know that you and your entire family are in our prayers as you move through this period of grief. Losing a parent is difficult. We suddenly become the senior generation and all that entails. I am pretty sure your father did an excellent job of preparing you and your siblings for that role. Love and blessings.
Jean

To the Olson Family

I met Bud in the early 1980's when he sold me my first Bee-Line Frame Machine and our relationship started as he has been one of my Mentor's that has always been there over the years molding me into a Frame and Alignment Tech ...a Carbon Copy of himself, as he always been teaching me his knowledge years after that initial sale as we became very close friends that I always felt the Special Bond between us.

Bud

To the Olson Family

I met Bud in the early 1980's when he sold me my first Bee-Line Frame Machine and our relationship started as he has been one of my Mentor's that has always been there over the years molding me into a Frame and Alignment Tech ...a Carbon Copy of himself, as he always been teaching me his knowledge years after that initial sale as we became very close friends that I always felt the Special Bond between us.

Bud was instrumental in helping me build my career that I love so much, and I owe alot to Bud for putting me in contact with Trade Associations as he introduced me to his friends associated in our Field of Repair as he took me under his Wing.

People knew him as the " Frame Man's ..Frame Man " and he will be missed by all people that he has touched over the years.

I will always Cherish our Relationship that we had together.

Tony Porretta

Bud Olson-Teacher-Mentor-Friend
As we travel thru this world it seems there are just a handful of people that have a lasting effect on your life. Bud Olson was one of those memorable people. From his days at Bee-Line training technicians, to his lectures at numerous trade association events, to his world wide travel adventures, he has left a legacy. Our industry has lost a giant. I feel very blessed to have known him and to call him my friend.
Dudley Powell

To the family of Bud;

I was introduced to Bud when he worked at Beeline. It was in the the late 80's and then met him at training in the early 90's. There are so many things I could say, the most I remember was his kindness, care and professionalism. In the last 8 years I had opportunity to visit him at his home.
He always welcomed a visit and as most know alignment or frame repair was one of

To the family of Bud;

I was introduced to Bud when he worked at Beeline. It was in the the late 80's and then met him at training in the early 90's. There are so many things I could say, the most I remember was his kindness, care and professionalism. In the last 8 years I had opportunity to visit him at his home.
He always welcomed a visit and as most know alignment or frame repair was one of the topics of discussion. I loved the opportunity to visit him and never without a smile on his face. Those visits will be missed but cherished for the rest of my life. He really helped me more than he knew, very instrumental in helping in my career but also me as a person. I hope you find peace in knowing he has left pieces of himself with a lot of us to reminisce about. God Blessed him with a long life and I was Blessed like many to have known him.

Prayers thoughts and condolences to you all

Christopher Schutt & Family

I’m so sorry to hear that Bud passed away. Bud helped me get started in the heavy duty wheel and frame repair business in Eau Claire, WI.

I retired 19 years ago but to this day I still have a picture of Bud on my wall at home that I see every day. He never had an unkind word to say about anyone and was someone you could trust 100%.

He never used profanities, he was a real gentleman. Everyone I knew in the industry looked up to him. We will all miss him.

Thank you Bud for living a life of giving to others and serving in our industry. We pray God's peace and blessing at this time of need.

Tim.Dan &Chris...This is from Richard Hawk's Mom...We were sorry to hear about your Dad, he was a very nice person and I used to serve him and friends at Bishops in Bettendorf at lunch time and of course knowing him and your Mom at church. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Peg and Don

Always enjoyed Uncle Bud's stories of his and Bobbie's travels and of course growing up in Lowry.