Wilma Elaine Olson

Wilma Elaine Olson, age 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.

Wilma was born February 3, 1929, in Nebraska to Klee and Laura (Fisher) Bethel. She was a lifelong Nebraska Cornhuskers fan. She was a member of Capitol Hill Christian Church and was addicted to search-a-word books. Her family was her greatest joy and she never missed sharing a beer with her son-in-law, Paul at their daily “happy hour”.

She is survived by her daughter, Margaret Meyer (Paul); daughters-in-law, Patty Olson, Monica Reinart, and Diane Olson; 16 grandchildren; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; as well as several other extended family and friends.

Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, John Olson; children, Bobby Olson, Donnie Olson, Sandy Herring, and Kevin Olson; grandchildren, Danielle Welcher and Scott Herring; infant great-grandchildren, Hunter and Holden Piper; and five siblings.

There will be a celebration of life from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown, 120 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to a charity of the donors’ choice.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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