Obituary of Brent Nathan Olson

Brent Nathan Olson, 63, of Grant, MN, passed away on 9/16/23.

Brent was born on November 2, 1959 to Harry and Evangeline Olson in Hinsdale, Illinois. After Brent graduated from Mound Westonka High School in 1978, he went on to study law enforcement at Normandale Community College.

After graduating from the police academy, he started his career at the Hector Police Department as a law enforcement officer. He then worked for the North Saint Paul Police Department and finally, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

Brent worked in many divisions throughout his career and received many awards for his service in law enforcement. Brent retired from the Washington County Sheriff's Office in 2009 and spent his retirement years at the Oakdale Gun Club and surrounded himself with long-time girlfriend, Denise Kessler, friends, projects and collecting.

Brent was predeceased by his mother, Evangiline Waldroff. Stepfather, Edward Waldroff. Brother, Gregg Olson. Father, Harry Olson. Grandson, Parker Schilling.

He is survived by his daughters Amy (Eli) Miller, Andrea (Travis) Schilling. Grandsons, Miles and Felix. His brother, Dana (Chrysa) Olson. Sister, Sarah (Patrick) Lyon and his nieces and nephews.

Services to be determined at a later date.