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Raymond M. Olsen

February 13, 1948 — March 13, 2025

Raymond Magnus Olsen Jr, age 77 died peacefully at home on 3/13/25. Raymond was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the oldest son of Raymond Magnus Sr. and Bernice (Washieleski) Olsen. Raymond participated in the boy scouts for many years and received the highest rank of Eagle Scout. He attended Ryan High School in Omaha, Nebraska. After graduating high school, Raymond began his career in the U.S. Navy where he proudly served his country for 22 years. During his years in the Navy, he was deployed to Vietnam and received many accommodations for meritorious service. He was also an accomplished Deep Sea Diver. After the Navy, Raymond went to college and earned multiple Bachelor’s degrees in various fields, as he was an accomplished student.
After graduating college, he was successful in many fields of business and was a master of many trades. Raymond participated in many organizations and was a member of the Eagles, the American Legion, the V.F.W, the Court of Honor, and was a Mason. Raymond was an avid fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He loved cheering on his favorite sports teams, the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and the UConn Huskies. After retirement, he settled in Connecticut with his wife Ellen of 47 years.
He is proceeded in death by his parents. His survivors include his wife Ellen Olsen, his sister Shirley Olsen Combs, and brother Ronald Olsen. His step-children, Lorraine Vrabel Kjellquist, Michael Vrabel (Marjorie Vrabel) and Jason Vrabel. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, Todd Kjellquist (Stephanie Kjellquist), Lee Kjellquist, Madison Vrabel Sims (Jonathan Sims), and Cassady Vrabel, and many other friends and family.
Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, March 25th from 5pm till 6:30pm at Potter Funeral Home located at 456 Jackson Ave, Willimantic CT. There will be a Memorial Service with Military Honors from 6:30pm till 7:00pm. To leave an online condolence please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com
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