Latest News

February 2026 Book Sale by Friends of the Ferdinand Library Set for Upcoming Weekend Two Dubois County Residents Facing Drug Charges After Being Assisted with Snow Embanked Vehicle Joe Chasteen Named Old National Chief Revenue Enablement Officer Ivy Tech Early Childhood Education Opportunities Informational Event Visiting Jasper February 12th Pacifica Quartet Free Concert Coming to St. Meinrad Seminary February 20th

John H. Olsen, age 60, of Santa Claus, passed away at 9:45 a.m., on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper.

He was born March 23, 1965, in California, to John H. and Patricia (Hopkins) Olsen.  John worked as an automotive mechanic.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his companion, Susie Lude; two children, Sandy Ball and John Flamion; and two siblings, Mary York and Robert Olsen.

No services will be held at this time.  Rainey Funeral Home in Dale has been entrusted with handling the arrangements.  Condolences may be shared online at: www.raineyfuneralhome.com