ROSEAU, Minn. — The family of Floyd B. Olson, a previous postmaster of the United States Postal Service office in Roseau, was surprised by the news that the office could soon be named after him.
One of Olson’s daughters, Sarajane Weiss, along with Olson's wife, Marge, and son Jeff all said they were honored by the possibility, but that Floyd Olson himself wasn’t one for accolades.
“Knowing Floyd, he would say, ‘no,’” Marge Olson said. “He was devoted to his work.”
Added Jeff Olson: “He was a humble man. This isn’t his cup of tea.”
The Roseau City Council made the request to U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach to get the post office renamed in honor of Olson. Fischbach, R-Minnesota, introduced legislation to have the building renamed on June 26. The council’s reasons for the request start with Olson’s history of serving the post office for 28 years — 25 as postmaster, from 1966 to 1991.
He also was a U.S. Army veteran and an active member of the community serving on the Roseau County Historical Society Board, Roseau County Fair Board, Rose Free Lutheran Church Board and Men’s Club and the Postmaster’s Association. Roseau Mayor Dan Fabian said Olson is universally liked around Roseau, and it will be a nice day when the office is renamed after him.
“Floyd has a lasting legacy in Roseau,” he said.
In a press release, Fischbach said, “Mr. Olson was a proud family man, a man of faith and a staple in the Roseau community. … I can think of no better person to dedicate this post office to, and I am proud to introduce this legislation.”
Olson, according to his obituary, was born Nov. 9, 1931, and died Dec. 26, 2017, at the age of 86. His obituary mentioned multiple pursuits, like spending time outdoors, socializing with his “Thursday morning coffee crew” and cheering on his grandchildren. He was also proud of his Swedish heritage and would joke around with his Norwegian friends. Olson’s good nature was also highlighted.
“Knowing Floyd, he would say, ‘no,’” Marge Olson said. “He was devoted to his work.”
Added Jeff Olson: “He was a humble man. This isn’t his cup of tea.”
The Roseau City Council made the request to U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach to get the post office renamed in honor of Olson. Fischbach, R-Minnesota, introduced legislation to have the building renamed on June 26. The council’s reasons for the request start with Olson’s history of serving the post office for 28 years — 25 as postmaster, from 1966 to 1991.
He also was a U.S. Army veteran and an active member of the community serving on the Roseau County Historical Society Board, Roseau County Fair Board, Rose Free Lutheran Church Board and Men’s Club and the Postmaster’s Association. Roseau Mayor Dan Fabian said Olson is universally liked around Roseau, and it will be a nice day when the office is renamed after him.
“Floyd has a lasting legacy in Roseau,” he said.
In a press release, Fischbach said, “Mr. Olson was a proud family man, a man of faith and a staple in the Roseau community. … I can think of no better person to dedicate this post office to, and I am proud to introduce this legislation.”
Olson, according to his obituary, was born Nov. 9, 1931, and died Dec. 26, 2017, at the age of 86. His obituary mentioned multiple pursuits, like spending time outdoors, socializing with his “Thursday morning coffee crew” and cheering on his grandchildren. He was also proud of his Swedish heritage and would joke around with his Norwegian friends. Olson’s good nature was also highlighted.
“As a family, we’re really honored and appreciative of this happening,” she said.
