Eric Christian Olsen, 26 of Lincoln Drive, Lake Geneva, WI, died tragically Friday, January 8, 2016.  This was his home his entire life.  He loved his house, family, dog and country.  His grandparents were very special to him.

Eric was born August 17, 1989 to Chris and Betty Olsen.  He was the pride and very center of their family.  Eric worked from the time he could for the family firm.  Later, he additionally took on helping the majority of his neighborhood with projects and taking care of their properties.

Eric had a very strong belief in God.  He loved animals, classic cars and souped-up trucks, music, movies, holidays, traveling, nature and plants, running and operating heavy equipment, and driving anything, including his semi.  He was artistic, excellent with repair of mechanical and electronic things, and very knowledgeable about all of these. He enjoyed scouting immensely and was active for a number of years.

Eric tried to be friends with everyone and loved conversation.  He found good in everyone.

Eric is survived by his mother and father, Betty and Chris Olsen, the love of his life Samantha Lombardo, and his puppy, Mack, who he cherished.  He is additionally survived by his grandparents, Don and Alice Bays and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Nancy Olsen of Elkhorn, and his cousin Adam S. Bays.

Memorial Service will be 12:00 PM (Noon) on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Home and Crematory, 730 N Wisconsin St Elkhorn, WI with Rev. Dr. Scott McLeod officiating.  Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday and 10:30 AM to Noon Saturday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made in Eric's name to Lakeland Animal Shelter, PO Box 1000 Elkhorn, WI 53121.  Online guest book at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com.