Charles Olsen

Charles "Doc" Olsen, age 83, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Friday, April 16, 2021 at Methodist Manor Retirement Community in Storm Lake. Graveside services will take place Monday, April 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Buena Vista Memorial Park Cemetery in Storm Lake. Visitation will take place Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 3-7:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in STORM LAKE. Masks and social distancing will be encouraged. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Fredrick Olsen was born October 6, 1937 in Iowa City, Iowa the son of Norvin F. and Waunnette (Bing) Olsen. Growing up he attended school in Storm Lake where he graduated from Storm Lake High School in 1957. Following high school graduation, Charles attended Buena Vista College where he graduated with a teaching degree in 1961. On November 4, 1962, Charles was united in marriage to JoAnn Oquist at the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake. Together, they were blessed with four children: Paul, Debora, Julie and David. On February 16, 1962, Charles enlisted in the United States Air Force where he actively served for four years until he was honorably discharged on February 15, 1966. He continued with the National Guard for an additional 18 years. Charles was known as “Doc” when he taught Science for 30 years at Schaller Crestland Community Schools. During the summer months, he painted and worked for Dekalb seed corn in Storm Lake. Following retirement, he worked as a custodian for 10 years at the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake. In his spare time, Charles enjoyed attending garage sales. He was a collector, collecting coins, military memorabilia, and especially trench art items. Charles also enjoyed old cars. Family was important to Charles and he enjoyed spending time with them. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, JoAnn Olsen of Storm Lake, Iowa; children: Paul Olsen of Storm Lake, Iowa; Debora (Blair) Damhof of Victoria, Minnesota; Julie (Kevin) Rogers of Green Bay, Wisconsin; David (Toni) Olsen of Early, Iowa; grandchildren: Wesley Rogers, Andrew Rogers, Joseph Goettsch, and Miranda McAleer; sister, Sybil Norris of Washta, Iowa; extended family and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Norvin and Waunnette Olsen and one sister, Lynette.

Charles Olsen

October 6, 1937 - April 16, 2021