Alan D. Olson, 61, of Athens, Ala., and formerly of Rhinelander, died Jan. 25, 2012. He was born Feb. 23, 1950, in Rhinelander, to William and Louise Olson.

He is survived by his wife, Rosa; his son, Rev. Damon (Heidi) Olson; daughters Dana Hubbard and Deanna Salazar, all of Alabama; brother Wayne (Kay) Olson; step-father Bob Scheel; niece April (Rob) Denis; and nephew Brent Olson, all of Rhinelander; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service was held on Jan. 28 in Athens, Ala.