Clifford Olson Obituary
We announce the death of Clifford Olson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, who passed away on June 8, 2026, at the age of 77. Clifford will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Clifford Olson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Maxwell "Kife" Olson and Helen Luverne Olson (Nelson); and his sister Gwen "Cookie" Solvik. He is survived by: his children, Renae Vanyo (Tadd) of New Brighton, MN, Eric Olson (Tracy) of Portland, ND and Benjamin Olson (Lindsay) of Dilworth, MN.; his grandchildren, Maxwell, Trent, Jacob, Nicole, Chris, Kylie, Mason, Logan, Jenna, Ryker and Adeline; his brother Tim Olson (Kathy) of Moorhead, MN; his brother-in-law Ed Solvick; and his nephews, Robert Nelson and Zach Olson.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to support your local library, donate a book to a Little Library or just read with someone you love.
