Olsen 85 passed away at his home in Bemidji, Mn on April 13, 2023. He was born May 30, 1937 to Howard and Margaret (Knapp) Olsen. Melvin grew up in Puposky surrounded by a large extended family. He is survived by three siblings, Connie (Nick Melnyk), Jerry Olsen and Linda (Andrew Hopkins). In 1959 Melvin married Grace Vincent, they raised five children, Carol (Michael Monfrooe), Sam (Sarah), Kurt, Todd (Amanda) and Ross and a childhood friend of Carol’s, Kathy (Spike) Carlson. Melvin and Grace were gifted with many grand and great grand children. Thanksgiving and Christmas were joyous times at the Mel’s and Grace’s home.