Robert J. Olsen of New Windsor, entered into rest on Saturday, September 5, 2026. He was 74.
Son of the late John N. and Vera (Maloney) Olsen, Sr., he was born September 13, 1951 in Newburgh, NY.
A lifelong area resident, “Bobby” as he was known by family and friends was a retired tile setter who owned and operated Carl L. Olsen & Sons Tile, Newburgh, NY. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and being outdoors. He had a green thumb, especially with orchids. He loved helping anyone and was a devoted grandfather. In his families words he could fix anything and “He was pretty darn amazing!” He was also a long time member of the Sons of the American Legion #1796.
Survivors include three daughters, Katrin (Michael) Rohl of Pennsburg, PA, Mary Annabell Olsen of Walden, NY and Vera (Michael) Cabrera of Virginia Beach, VA; brother, John N. (Susan) Olsen, Jr. of Cornwall, NY; two sisters, Kristina Olsen of New Windsor, NY and Lynn (John) Olsen Politi of the Town of Newburgh; six grandchildren, Amy, Sarah, Joshua, Esther, Jaxson and Lilyana, many nieces and nephews; and a host of lifelong friends.
In addition to his parents Bobby was predeceased by a brother, Carl R. Olsen, mother of his children and love of his life Amy (Storm) Olsen and a grandson, Brannin.
Private cremation has taken place at Cedar Hill Crematory.
A Celebration of Bobby’s Life will take place Sunday, September , 27, 2026, 1pm at New Windsor Post # 1796 American Legion, 29 Walnut Street, New Windsor, New York 12553. All are invited.
Donations in Robert’s memory can be made to the American Heart Association at
www.heart.org.