Phoenix, Arizona
Olson, Dr. Joel Karleton of Flagstaff, AZ passed away March 29, 2012. Born in Ypsilanti, MI, Joel moved to Phoenix in 1979, attended Thunderbird High School, ASU and obtained his PhD at the University of Minnesota. He was a well loved Associate Professor of political science at NAU, an...
Read MoreAlmost 20 years after I was in his class and I still think about him today and what he would do in today's world. I'm grateful for the critical thinking skills he helped me cultivate. I was the only student from NAU that went to Spain for his class on extremism in politics. I wish I could've given Audrey a hug. Olson family, you are in my thoughts still. Sending love.
Courtney Fey
March 29, 2026 | School
I am so very sorry for the sadness that the family and extended family of Joel oslon is bearing. Hopefully, pictures and fond memories will relieve some of their pain. My heart goes out to all of you, Catarina Martell
Catarina Martell
April 22, 2012 | Bryn Mawr, PA
Dear Olson Family,
My heart goes out to you all. It knocked the wind outta me when I heard. Unfortunately, I'm on a first name basis with that kind of emotional pain. It never goes away, but it does get better. I promise. God Bless You All.
Nick Martell
April 22, 2012 | Gladwyne, PA
