Funeral Details

Joan Myra Olson

March 20, 1949 - July 9, 2026

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Service

Chicago Jewish Funerals
Skokie Chapel
8851 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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Clergy

Rabbi Jeffrey Weill
Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Jewish Congregat

Interment

New Light Cemetery
6807 North East Prairie
Lincolnwood, Illinois 60712
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Shiva

Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel
8851 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
847.229.8822
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Following the interment until 4PM

Memorial Contributions

Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Jewish Congregation
4500 Dempster Street
Skokie, Illinois 60076
www.ehnt.org
or
Chicago Mitzvah Campaign
2757 West Pratt Boulevard
Chicago, Illinois 60645
www.chicagomitzvahcampaign.org




OBITUARY

Joan Myra Olson nee Fogel, 77.
Beloved wife of the late Leonard. Loving mother of Stephanie Olson and Baryl Olson. Dear sister of Philip (Phyllis) Fogel, the late Melvyn (Barbara) Fogel and the late Jerry (Barbara) Fogel. Service Monday 10AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment New Light. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ezra-Habonim, the Niles Township Jewish Congregation, 4500 Dempster Street, Skokie, Illinois 60076, www.ehnt.org or Chicago Mitzvah Campaign, 2757 West Pratt Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60645, www.chicagomitzvahcampaign.org
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Joan was such a sweet and warm presence at Mather for so many years. I am lucky to have worked with her. Her memory is for a blessing. Sending love to all the Olsons.

Jessie Moskowitz
July 10, 2026
I went to school with her Joan nice quiet girl knew her husband Lenny very nice people

Sharon Smithh
July 12, 2026
God bless the family and may her soul rest in peace.

Damon Anderson
July 12, 2026
I have wonderful memories of Joan. I fondly recall her kind and caring personality. She had a warm, memorable smile I will remember for years to come.

Ellen Smith
July 12, 2026
Joan, a warm and compassionate individual who brought joy to those around her. Our shared experiences including group outings with our children on school endeavors have left lasting impressions. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.

Leslie Abrams
July 13, 2026
Our Deepest Condolences to the Olson family.

Shawn & Laura Ryan
July 13, 2026
We first met Joan and Lenard were members of Ezra habonim and our children were young. We enjoyed activities and volunteering at the temple. Many events over the years were shared.joan will be remembered by us With a sweet and friendly personality and always smiling. We will miss her. Melinda and phil

Melinda/phil Sharkan
July 13, 2026
There are no words to fully capture what a sweetheart Joan was. She carried a rare, beautiful warmth and a passionate spirit that touched our hearts so deeply. Her positivity was a constant comfort. May her memory remain a guiding blessing to all who loved her. My deepest, most passionate condolences to the Olson Family—we are grieving with you.

Elena Indman
July 13, 2026
Joan was always kind and caring to everyone. She remains a cherished part of our history of Mather High School and will be missed.

Diane Munoz
July 13, 2026
Phil and Phyllis,
We are very sorry to hear about this loss. we hope that a lot of good memories will help you during this difficult time.

Walter and Fern Pollack
July 13, 2026
Look to Jesus he will keep you in time of sadness.love Ms.Douglas

Vera Douglas
July 13, 2026
My deepest condolences to Baryl and Stephanie...
It's very hard time for them... Joan was a very nice person.
She will be missed...

Miroslava Komarov
July 15, 2026