Troy Erik Olson

Troy Erik Olson, 47 of Mankato, passed away July 31, 2019 at his home.

Memorial service will be 11:00a.m., Thursday, August 8, 2019 at Hosanna Lutheran Church in Mankato. Visitation will be from 4-7p.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Mankato Mortuary, 1001 N Riverfront Dr., in Mankato and one hour prior to the service at the church.

Troy was born January 10, 1972 to Paul and Phyllis (Munson) Olson in Madelia. He was active in Boy Scouts and became an Eagle Scout.  Troy graduated from Madelia High in 1990; and received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from South Dakota State University. In 1998, he married Jennifer Johnson, they had two children, Jonah and Gavin.  They later divorced. Troy married Christine Bauman in 2016.

Troy served in the South Dakota Air National Guard for 10 years as a F-16 crew chief.  For many years he was a mechanical engineer working in design and engineering sales. He loved going to Jonah and Gavin's music and sports activities, and working on the boat and atv projects with Zach. Fishing and relaxing at the cabin on Grove Lake were highlights of his week. He can always be remembered as a man of faith, and for his gentle soul and generous spirit.

Troy is survived by his wife, Christine; sons, Jonah and Gavin; step-son, Zach Bauman; parents, Paul and Phyllis Olson; sisters, Kaari (Scott) Frondal and Kristin (Todd) Johnson; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents.