Gary R. Olson

Gary was an avid outdoorsman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He enjoyed living his life outdoors in any weather. His time was spent fishing and hunting throughout the seasons, and he enjoyed the competition and camaraderie of skeet and trap shooting.

Throughout his life, Gary participated in numerous clubs and associations, including the Jamestown Skeet Club, the Busti Trap Club, and the Big Tree Sportsman’s Club. He was proud to have been the county coordinator for the Hunter Safety Program while also serving as a master instructor for both archery and firearms. Of the many organizations he was involved with over the years, he was a past member of Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, and The National Wild Turkey Federation. Gary was also a participant in the Chautauqua County Bass Masters and a former director of the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club.

While retiring from Carborundum Monofrax in research and development, he had spent his early years with the New York State Department of Conservation in the Lands and Forest Division.

Gary will be deeply missed by his wife, Victoria Olson, whom he married in 1973; his son, Nick (Olivia) Olson; his daughter, Kate (Greg) Lindstrom; his grandchildren, Berke Lindstrom, Gannon Lindstrom, and Harvey Lindstrom; his sister, Lori (Gary) Skoog; and his nieces, Stephanie and Jennifer.

The funeral service for Gary will be at 12 pm on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, at Lind Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation for one hour prior to the service from 11 am-12 pm on Monday at Lind’s. Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284.

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