Place of birth

Lavina was born on the family farm in the town of Albany, Pepin County, Wisconsin.

Favorite activities

Lavina enjoyed fishing with her family and picking wildflowers, especially lady slippers. She also loved the cardinal as her favorite songbird and the color red.

Marriage

Lavina married Lester H. Olson on June 2, 1948, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Mondovi, Wisconsin.

Children

Lavina and Lester raised ten children together.

Cooking

Lavina was known for her cooking skills and was always looking for new recipes to try. Her homemade dill pickles were a family favorite, and she once canned 100 quart jars of them.

Church involvement

Lavina was a faithful Catholic and an active charter member in various church activities at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Eau Claire. She was a member of PCCW and belonged to the Ladies Aid groups, St. Martha and St. Agnes.

Family history

Lavina collected family history and had a great knowledge of how her family was related to others. She was always happy to share her knowledge with anyone who asked.

Survivors

Lavina is survived by seven sons and three daughters, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Raymond, and other family members and friends.

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