Mr. Albert Jerome Olsem, 65, of Grenada, MI, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his residence on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Albert was born July 14, 1961, in Slayton, Minnesota, to Jerome Andrew Olsem and LaVerna Mary Kirchner Olsem. He earned a degree in mechanical drafting from Granite Falls VTI and went on to enjoy a remarkable career of more than 42 years with Heatcraft/ Modine in Grenada.
Albert truly possessed a mechanical mind and was always interested in understanding how things worked. Gifted with his hands, he enjoyed building and working on projects in his spare time. When he was not creating or repairing something, he could often be found boating or fishing.
Above all, Albert treasured the time he spent with his grandchildren. The moments they shared brought him great happiness and will remain precious memories for his family.
Albert attended St. Peter Catholic Church in Grenada. He will be remembered for his curious mind, skilled hands, devoted work ethic and deep love for his family.
Survivors include his wife, Ma Honorina “Nonie” Olsem of Grenada; parents, Jerome and LaVerna Olsem of Fulda, MN; daughter, Briana Nicole Graves (Adam) of Grenada; sons, Alexander Jerome Olsem and Travis Andrew Olsem (Jennifer), both of Grenada; sisters Judy Green (David) of Mountain Lake, MN, Debra Grunst (Robert) of Lawrence, KS, Diana Olsem of Somerset, WI, Cynthia Olsem Wall of Lakeville, MN, and Sharon McGowan (David) of Centennial, CO: brother, Michael Olsem (Lori) of Waseca, MN; three grandchildren, Alexandria, Brantley and Novaleigh Graves; the mother of his children, Barbara Olsem of Holcomb and a host of nieces and nephews.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers include Tim Dangler, Adam Graves, Jeremy Graves, Payton Graves, David Green and Colby Young.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Grenada, Mississippi, with Father Joseph Ashok Thumma officiating.
McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service, Grenada, MI, was in charge of arrangements.
