Brian S. Olson, age 45, of Washington, NJ died unexpectedly Monday, October 17, 2016 at home in Washington. Brian was born September 29, 1971 in Valley Stream, NY moving to Mansfield, NJ in 1976. Brian graduated from Warren Hills High School in 1990. He was a devoted husband to Sue and loving father to Brianna. Brian was preceded in death by his father Melvin.
Brian led a full life volunteering as a fireman and ultimately became Chief of the Tri-County Firehouse in Mansfield, NJ. He moved to Washington, NJ in 2009. He was the Superintendent of Public Works in Chester, NJ. He leaves an accomplished legacy contributing to the building of the Tri-County Fire Company, Tiki huts, pizza ovens, decks, roofs, barns, fences and supported many families home improvement projects selflessly. He was a true supporter and partial owner Quik Check where he enjoyed a good cup of coffee or a Snapple. Brian was the founder of Uber as he was always the Designated Driver for anyone who needed a ride.
Brian is survived by his beloved mother; Margaret Olson, his devoted wife; Sue, his cherished daughter Brianna Courter and her husband Joseph, 1 sister; Pam Mulrooney, 1 nephew; Ryan Mulrooney, 2 uncles; Stewart Sutton and Mike Wolfe, many aunts, uncles , cousins and countless friends
A celebration of Brian’s Life will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Tri County Fire Department, 1720 Route 57, Mansfield Township, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Fallen Fire Fighters Widow Fund, P.O. Box 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 or to Susan Olson, C/O Cochran Funeral Home in memory of Brian
Condolences:
Donna Farino
#14
October 19th, 2016 4:40 pm
Sue, Brianna, Pam, Margaret and Stewart, words cannot describe...... Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you while you journey through this tragic and most difficult time of your life.
Paul & Robin Wallace
#13
October 19th, 2016 12:35 pm
Dear Olson Family
My Wife Robin and I wanted to express our deepest Sympathies to You all.
We were so shocked to hear of Brian's passing, I know you have heard this a lot simply because it is true, Brian was one of the nicest and kindest men I ever knew.
We got to know each other at Williams & Hibler, and as fellow Firefighters he in Tri-County and I in Hackettstown.
But if we are so shocked, we cannot imagine how you all feel, and our true thoughts are to you all as we pray the LORD'S Comfort as only HE can on you during this period of mourning.
May GOD Bless you and keep you
Paul & Robin Wallace
Michael Wolfe
#12
October 19th, 2016 11:26 am
A great man, father, husband, brother, and friend. you will be missed by everyone you touched in life and remembered with love and respect by everyone in death. rest easy now Brian!
Robert Hoffman
#11
October 19th, 2016 5:46 am
Very sorry for your loss. Even thou I didn't l Know him he was a Brother Firefighter and he will be sadly missed. RIP My Brother.
Betty @Doug Powers
#10
October 19th, 2016 4:34 am
Our prayers are going out to Brian's family. We have known Brian for about 15 years, Doug had the pleasure of working with Brian at several jobs over the years, and I can tell you that any time Brian came into Blue Ridge Lumber he was a pleasure to deal with! Always a smile , He will be missed . Love Betty & Doug Powers
Del Prestito Family
#9
October 18th, 2016 10:15 pm
Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the Olson family. Our sincerest condolences.
Matt and Chris Gleason
#8
October 18th, 2016 8:10 pm
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Cherrish all the wonderful memories. God Bless.
Ed Caufield
#7
October 18th, 2016 8:08 pm
Rest in Peace, Brother. God Bless
Betty Hazen
#6
October 18th, 2016 7:37 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sue and Brianna. Brian was a wonderful guy.
Daniel Halstead
#5
October 18th, 2016 7:10 pm
My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family and friends, as do our prayers for comfort and the strength to endure this tragic loss. I did not know Brian; but the bright eyes and warm smile in his picture say a lot about him as do the tributes and words expressed by all who knew him in life. May he rest in peace.
Peggy McDonough
#4
October 18th, 2016 6:45 pm
Dear Sue,
Couldn't believe it when I was told that Brian passed away--too soon, too young!!!!!
I still remember prom night at your house, you 2 looking so cute, and the Saturday nights you and Brian were at my house babysitting Lindsey so I could go out.
Not many people last a year anymore and you two have been together since high school.
Thinking of you so sorry for your loss!!
Dear Brianna,
Your dad was a good man, you are a very lucky girl!! Thinking of you also during this sad time!!!!
Dear Pam,
So sorry for the loss of your brother--as I told you the other day I have known Brian a long time, what a surprise it was to see you all at wizards of winter not knowing you were his sister. Small world it is.
Be strong all of you, he is still in your hearts!!!
Love to you all, John, Peg, and Patrick McDonough
Fran Rick and Emily Becker
#3
October 18th, 2016 6:21 pm
So sorry For your loss Marg,Stewart and to all Brian's family and friends prayers continue during this difficult time.
Terri & Jeff Hult
#2
October 18th, 2016 6:21 pm
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We will keep Brian, you and Brianna in our prayers.
LINDA BASCH
#1
October 18th, 2016 5:21 pm
I AM A FRIEND OF AVA'S AND SHE WAS AN AMAZING FRIEND TO MY SISTER KATE. MY HEART FEELS SO MUCH PAIN FOR YOU AT THIS TIME. PLEASE KNOW MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
LINDA
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