Obituary of Dennis Frank Olson

Olson, Dennis Frank 76, of Vail, passed away July 24, 2019 after a brief battle with cancer. Born October 5, 1942 in Waukesha, WI, he is survived by his wife Lynne, children Erik (Brittany) and Lauren (Richard Martinez), two grandchildren, and brother Carter. He graduated from Valparaiso and Northern Illinois Universities, and was a college basketball coach prior to joining Miller Brewing Company, which brought him to Tucson. He then partnered with Harold Finley at Finley Distributing Company and co-led the company as Executive V.P. for decades until his retirement. Dennis was a lifelong sports enthusiast and won many accolades for basketball and racquetball. He later developed a passion for team roping, which he passed along to his children. He was loved and respected by many, and will be greatly missed. In honor of his love of animals, donations can be made to the animal rescue of your choice. The family will hold private services.