Matthew "Matt" Olson

Matthew “Matt” Olson, 34, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at his home.

Matt was born on March 1, 1991, in Springfield, IL, the son of Howard and Norma (Sanderfield) Olson. He married Allie Shoultz on June 8, 2013, in New Holland, IL.

Matt is survived by his wife and their children, Madalynn, Kayden, Addyson, Korbyn, and Laykin; his sisters, Dr. Kathryn (Carlos Beard) Olson and Victoria (Justin Thomas) Olson; and his parents.

Matt graduated from Lanphier High School. He was an Eagle Scout and Vigil member of the Order of the Arrow. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and member of the Elkhart Town Board, but his most treasured role was that of a father, husband, and son.

Memorial services for Matt will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Mt. Pulaski Christian Church. Visitation will take place prior from 4:00 -7:00 pm, also at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Children of Matthew Olson account at Longview Community Bank in Mt. Pulaski in his memory. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home, Mt. Pulaski.