Robert Ervin "Bob" Olson age 80 of Coon Rapids passed away on December 29, 2023 after battling many years of health issues. Bob was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 10, 1943 to Elmer and Dorothy (Johnson) Olson. He was preceded in death by his father Elmer, stepfather and mother Ticknor & Dorothy, sister Bernell Olson, brother and sister-in-law Jerry & Cheryl. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Ann, daughters Kimberly (Doug) and Stacy, grandchildren Chelsea (fiancé Vadim), Ashley (Craig), Lindsay, Kyla (fiancé Clayton), and Colton, great granddaughter Sloane, brother Garry (Joan), nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and many life-long friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday January 12, 2024 at 12 noon with visitation one hour prior at Living Word Christian Center, 9201 75th Avenue, North, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55428. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. Living Word's Compass is a remarkable special needs ministry dedicated to providing support, care, and a sense of belonging to individuals with diverse abilities. With a compassionate and inclusive approach, Compass strives to create a nurturing environment where everyone, regardless of their unique challenges, can experience the love of community and the joy of spiritual growth. In lieu of flowers we ask that you prayerfully consider donating to Compass as Bob served in and loved this ministry dearly. Checks can be made payable to Living Word Christian Center with "Compass in Honor of Bob Olson" in the subject line and sent to: Living Word Christian Center-Accounting, 9201 75th Avenue, North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428. There will also be a box for people to leave donations on the day of the service.