Michael John Olson, 61, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.  He was born February 11, 1963, in Litchville, North Dakota to Leticia (Laxa) Olson.

Mike was a 1981 graduate of Franklin Community High School and a graduate of IUPUI Indianapolis, receiving degrees in both Marketing and Logistics.  He was a Weights & Inspection Manager for R&L Carriers in Edinburgh, IN.

Mike enjoyed coaching travel softball, created the Lutheran Junior Saints softball program, played basketball, and loved spending time with his family, including his family on any field or court.

His mother, Leticia Laxa Olson, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Amy (Allen) Olson of Indianapolis, IN, his children are Reid Olson (Brenton Clark) of Indianapolis, IN, Treg Olson of Greenwood, IN, and Shae Olson of Indianapolis, IN.  His grandchildren are Camryn Olson Clark and Daxton Clark, his brother also survives, Vincent Olson of Indianapolis, IN and his sister, Lisa Blair (Jerry) of Naperville, IL.  Also surviving are his nephews are Jake, Will and Wade Blair, and a niece Allie Blair.

A time of gathering and sharing will take place on Friday, August 23, 2024 from 4PM until 8PM at Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, 300 South U.S. 31 (Morton Street) in Franklin, IN.

This is a casual gathering in remembrance and the family encourages Game Day attire of whatever sport you play and/or wear on weekends. Please join us celebrating Mike's last game and practice.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to:

Venmo: @Michael-Olson-140 (specify for "Mike's memorial gift" and it will become a contribution to Shae's 529 account)

Or

Lutheran High School Softball Program:  https://www.lhsi.org/support-lhs/give-now.cfm

Use the Support LHS – Give Now link above. Please add in comments to "Donate in memory of Mike Olson." If you choose to mail a check/money order, please send to Lutheran High School, Attn: Development Office, 5555 S. Arlington Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46237.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.swartzmortuary.com. Information 317-738-0202.