Roger Merlin Olson

August 2, 1957 - May 5, 2020

ROGER MERLIN OLSON 1957 – 2020 Roger Merlin Olson, age 62 of Plattsmouth, NE passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at his residence. He was born on August 2, 1957 to Chancey Harry and Dorothy Mae (Petersen) Olson in Canby, MN. He was raised and schooled in Canby and he attended Canby High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and he served his country for four years. Roger met Kimberly “Kim” G. Kenitzer and they were later married on June 13, 1981 in Dublin, CA. Roger and Kim made their home in many different locations, while Kim was serving in the U.S. Air Force, until they settled in Plattsmouth in 1988. In 1991 Roger started his own construction company, Construxit Inc. Roger worked as a framer, erecting numerous homes in the local area. Roger is survived by his wife: Kimberly Olson of Plattsmouth, NE; son: Tony Olson and wife Tina of Plattsmouth, NE; daughter: Stephanie Olson of Plattsmouth, NE; five grandchildren: Christian, Amber, Devlin, James, and Jayden; mother: Dorothy Olson of Canby, MN; brother: Allen Olson of Canby, MN; four sisters: Diane Sturm and husband Dave of Mankato, MN; Jean Larkin of Las Cruces, NM; Judy Lueck and husband Joe of Mankato, MN; Karen Steinke of Crystal, MN; brother-in-law: Rich Steinke of St. Michael, MN; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father: Chancey Olson, his brother: Dean Olson, brother-in-law: Ed Larkin, and his niece: Heather Larkin. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Roby Funeral Home in Plattsmouth with Pastor Jim Spanjers officiating. His Final Resting Place will be at St. Stephens Cemetery in Canby, MN. Memorials to the Family (A suitable charity will be chosen at a later date). Services Entrusted to Roby Funeral Home, 346 Ave. A, Plattsmouth, NE 68048 (402) 296-3123 robyfuneralhome.com