Todd Richard Olson

Todd Olson, 52, Ashwaubenon, died on October 13, 2014. He was born June 21, 1962 in Mauston, WI. He graduated from Mauston Area High School in 1980. He attended UW-Madison and graduated with a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1987. Todd was employed at Jacobs for 20 years as a mechanical engineer; prior to that he worked at The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, Michigan. He married Belinda Schyvinck on May 2, 1987 and was the proud father of Emily and Sarah. Todd was diagnosed with jaw bone cancer at the age of 48 and has been battling the disease ever since. Todd never retreated from a challenge; however, his fight against cancer proved to be insurmountable, even for him. His unwavering faith in God, positive support of family and friends, and continued sense of humor sustained him throughout his courageous battle. He was amazingly optimistic and tenacious in his fight against cancer. His greatest love was watching his daughters in all of their activities. He was an avid sports enthusiast and loved watching the Packers and Badgers. Todd had a great love for his family, especially his wife and children. Todd is survived by his wife, Belinda, who cherished...[more]

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r husband, his love and support, and their true partnership; and daughters Emily and Sarah, who deeply loved and respected their father; his parents, Gordon and Lorraine Olson, who raised a good man; his sisters, Terri (Steve) Wilcox and Kristi Olson (Richard Murphy); his brothers, Thomas (Elizabeth) Olson and Timothy (Terry) Olson; mother-in-law, Lucinda Schyvinck; brothers-in-law, Brian (Melanie) Schyvinck, Bradley (Kimberly) Schyvinck, Bart (Janice) Schyvinck; sister-in-law, Barbara (Ananth) Pai; many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, William Schyvinck Jr. and his sister-in-law, Stacy Schyvinck. Todd will be missed by all who knew him. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, brother, son, friend, and co-worker. Todd will always be known for being an all-around great guy who never had a bad word to say. Todd wanted to be sure to thank the management and staff at Jacobs for being so supportive of his various medical needs. The flexibility needed for surgeries and check-ups in Milwaukee as well as continued chemotherapy sessions in Green Bay was very much appreciated. Todd loved his work and the opportunity to teach others and develop many great friendships. Belinda would like to thank the staff at Schreiber Foods and Cormier School for all of their emotional support. A cancer caregiver carries a heavy burden; her co-workers and leaders were always there to support Belinda in every way. We would also like to thank all of Todd's closest friends and family who have been helping during this difficult time. You have been by our side through it all, and we know you will continue to be there for us. You don't know how much we treasured those encouraging notes, hospital visits, food deliveries, emotional support or just providing an ear for listening. Todd was extremely grateful for so many knowledgeable, compassionate and skilled medical professionals. The entire family would like to thank Drs. LoGiudice, Campbell, Wong, Schultz, Sewall and Ryan, as well as the entire staff at Froedtert Hospital, Green Bay Oncology, and Unity Hospice who gave us hope. Lastly, Todd was grateful to have so many prayers of support from his faith family at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. Visitation will held on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at Lyndahl Funeral Home, 1350 Lombardi Avenue, from 4:00 pm until the prayer service at 7:30 pm. Visitation will continue on Friday, October 17, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2771 Oakwood Avenue, from 10:00 am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am with Monsignor James Dillenburg officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.lyndahl.com. A memorial fund will be established in Todd's memory. UW-Madison School of Engineering and Froedtert Hospital Foundation will be among those supported through the fund.