Shannon Olson

Shannon Olson was born June 26, 1976, in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He spent his youth and young adult years in Wisconsin, where he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He participated in many sports, lettering in baseball, football, and wrestling. In 2005 his son, Charlie, was born and thus began a father-son relationship full of fun adventures and a shared delight in all things “fright.” Eventually, Shannon and Charlie moved to California to begin a new chapter in their lives.

In 2021, Shannon met the love of his life, Luciana. They married in October 2023 and began building their life together. They enjoyed biking, boating on the ocean, weekend getaways, morning trips to Starbucks with their beloved pup, and simply just spending time together. Luciana and Shannon became who they were meant to be when they found each other. They made each other feel safe, and they experienced true and enduring happiness together.

Shannon worked for many years as a general manager for Best Buy and then as a marketing coordinator for Charter Communications. Later, he transitioned to project management in the construction and professional lighting industry. Shannon enjoyed working with his hands and building. He had a passion for weightlifting and fitness. In his younger years, he was a semi-professional MMA fighter. Shannon loved the Star Wars movies and built an impressive collection of memorabilia over the years. One of his true joys in life was celebrating Halloween with Charlie. They would dress to scare, work at Halloween Haunts together, and even created their own haunted trail in a Wisconsin corn maze.

Tragically, on August 13, 2025, Shannon passed away after becoming seriously ill with severe heat stroke while selflessly volunteering in a search for a missing person. He is survived by his loving wife, Luciana; son Charlie; his parents, Mike and Ida Olson; his siblings, Amy Jean Blank, Amanda (Aaron) Nemec, Alan (Amy) Olson, Candice Olson, Amy (Erik) Swiggum, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends whom he treated as family including his cherished friend, Rob (Shrek).

Shannon was a kind person who was always ready to help, no matter the situation. His courage, kindness, and unwavering willingness to assist those in need left a lasting impression on everyone he met and defined the remarkable way he lived his life. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Memorials to the family are appreciated.

Though services will be held in Shannon’s beloved home in California, a Celebration of Life is scheduled for Sunday, August 31st, 2025, at the Viroqua Eagles, 216 S. Rock Avenue, Viroqua, WI from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for family and friends to gather. Please join us to reflect on the bravery, courage, determination and unwavering love Shannon demonstrated throughout his life.

“Ideally, one would feel hope and ambition with the sunrise, and pride and peace with the sunset.¨ -Shannon Olson

Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home & Crematory is serving Shannon's family.

123 W. Decker St.

Viroqua, WI 54665

608-637-2100