Carolyn C.

Olson-Gosdeck

Carolyn C. Olson-Gosdeck, 58, Lake Mills, died on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Rainbow Hospice Care Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek. She was born on August 25, 1968, in Fort Atkinson, WI, the daughter of James and Christie (Lewellin) Olson.

Carolyn graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1987 and went on to earn a degree in Marketing from Madison College in 1988. Throughout her career, she held a variety of positions, beginning as the restaurant manager at Lake Oasis Truck Stop, where she worked until 1999. She then spent 10 years as an expediter at MPI, followed by 12 years in Human Resources at Jones Dairy Farm. In 2011, she began working part-time as the secretary at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Lake Mills, where she remained until her retirement in 2021. Her dedication and commitment were evident throughout her many years of service.

In 2002, Carolyn married the love of her life, Chris Gosdeck, in a beautiful destination wedding.

Carolyn heroically faced her battle with cancer with remarkable strength and courage. Her family was the center of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with those she loved. She found joy in gardening, crafting, scrapbooking, decorating, and kayaking. A devoted advocate for rescue Dobermans, Carolyn had a special place in her heart for animals. Some of her happiest moments were spent with family on Lake Winnebago, making memories together. She also had a love for travel and treasured the opportunity to explore destinations throughout the United States and abroad. Her warmth, love of life, and devotion to her family will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Carolyn is lovingly remembered by her husband; her two children, son Mark and daughter August; and her adopted son, Guiovanny. She is also survived by her mother, Christie; her brother, Cy (Gail); her sister-in-law, Jessica (Alan); and many extended family members and dear friends who will cherish her memory.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Olson, and her grandparents.

A Celebration of life will be held from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the St. Francis Xavier Catechetical Center, 608 College Street, Lake Mills, WI.

A private family burial will take place at a later date.

The Gosdeck family is deeply grateful for the extraordinary care Carolyn received from Rainbow Hospice. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the compassionate staff and volunteers who cared for Carolyn with such kindness, dignity, and love during her final days.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that those wishing to honor Carolyn's memory consider making a memorial contribution to the Gosdeck family.
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