Steven J. Olson‚ 38‚ firefighter‚ FDNY‚ Ladder 3. A 12-year veteran‚ Olson was a role model for ‘probies’ and a leader to all. Known as the Rock‚ he displayed a constant confidence and ability that his fellow firefighters came to rely upon. When he could find the time‚ Olson read and worked crossword puzzles. He was a devoted father to his two young daughters.
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I never met you but I walked by your grave today in SI. The Met balloon caught my attention followed by the date on your headstone. I immediately began to cry. Thank you for your heroism and bravery on that awful day. May you forever rest peacefully.
– StacyGood morning to the family and friends of Steven J Olson, my name is Christy and I live in Colorado. I participated in the 9/11 stair claim at Red Rocks and walked in honor of Steven. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Never Forget
Christy
– Christy CashToday I honor you 9-12-16. I recieved a badge with your name on it and rang a bell in your honor and it was a great honor to do so. I am also proud to say that I work at Pierce Mfg. that builds fire trucks that our brave firefighters ride in everyday. God bless to you and your family.
Sincerely,
– Leann RabeLeann Rabe
Hello; brother may you rest in peace may your family live in peace understanding your commitment to the job. I share your namesake and do a similar job ( forestry firefighighting) God speed Brother!
– Steve olsonSteven,
– Victoria SmithToday I found a beautiful cut out of paper, something stuck in an old mirror in my parent’s basement. It was something from my girl scout troop years ago and it spoke of you and your commitment to your family and your job. It made me so sad to think of your family losing you, but I was glad to learn about you and your heroism. Thank you for your sacrifice and God bless those you left behind.
I participated in the Wichita KS 2017 Stair Climb on September 9, 2017. It was my first ever climb, and I was given a badge with your name on it. It was an honor to climb on your behalf. I researched your name and after getting some background knowledge, it inspired me to push through the struggle of wanting to give up, but I was able to prevail and successfully accomplish my climb.
God Bless you and your family!!!
– Micah GoschMicah Goscha #335
Sheridan County Rual Fire
Mr. Olsen, I happened to be walking by Driggs Street, which has a commemorating sign with your name on it. In the nearly 27 years since 9/11, I thought guy of the sustained loss your family must feel everyday. I’m sorry for their loss and I retroactively thank you for your service.
Your life was not lost in vain, ay Kraft with me. I played a significant role as an engineer in rebuilding GZ, and those projects were the keystone of my career. I just retired and again thank you for your service.
– Steven ScaliciJust wanted to let you know Steven Olson is not forgotten. He isn’t just a name or number listed on a Memorial wall. Today in San Diego Ca I took part in a fund raiser for all the brave men and women whose lives were so tragically taken on that 9/11. I walked 110 flights of stairs in honor of Steven Olson. What a privilege to do a small thing to keep the memory of Steven alive. Prayers and blessings to his family and his firehouse family.
– S DorseyHello Steven’s family:
– Mickey O'MalleyI climbed on Saturday 9/22/18, in Green Bay, WI at Lambeau Field carrying a badge in honor of Steven. This was my first climb, but certainly not my last. There were 2700+ climbers with me and at least 7 others carrying a badge in his honor.
I am sorry for your loss and cannot image all you have been through over the years. Please know that I thank him and every firefighter for their service, daily. If I ever get to NYC, I will be planning a visit to Ladder 3.
God Bless you and keep you safe,
Mickey O’Malley
I hiked 110 stairs today in your Honor at Red Rocks, 9/11/2019. You and your sacrifice are not forgotten. Not today, not ever.
– Kerri9/11/20
Today I wore your name while completing 443 reps of exercises and stair climbs.
My prayers today are with your family. May they find peace in god, turn to him, and in return have ever lasting life where they one day will see your face again!
– Brigette DicksonThank you for everything you have done. I had the honor of representing you during a stair climb in Provo, UT for the 20th anniversary of 9/11. It was one of the greatest honors of my life. Afterwards, I took some time reading about what your family and friends have written about you and I can say that the world truly lost a great soul that day. Although the world should seem just a bit darker without your light, your sacrifice amplifies the light in your friends and family, and even strangers, who will always remember you.
Always remember. Never Forget.
– Addison ParmenterCadet Addison Parmenter
BYU AFROTC Det 855
Hello family and friends of Steven J Olson, my name is Lori and today I participated in the 20th anniversary 9/11 stair climb in Imperial County, California, I walked in honor of Steven. This day seems not so long ago in memory yet it was 20 years ago and that in itself is more than a life time for his loved ones. Know that we will never forget Steven or his fellow heroes! Forever in our hearts! May we never forget the sacrifice of this brave soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you all.
– Lori MarrsNever Forget!
Just wanted to thank you, hero. We will never forget you.
– Kristi farrellI am doing Melbourne Firefighter Stairclimb in your honour. I will climb 28 floors in full kit with you by my side. Rest Easy Brother
– Todd AtkinI climbed the 9/11 challenge for you today I’m Tucson Arizona. Thank you for your service. It was an honor.
– Ashley G.I have one of the copper bracelets that were sold at the time of horrific attack on the twin towers.. Steven J. Olson is the name of the fallen firefighter and I would love to get it to the family. If I could post a picture I would. I’m honored to have this firefighters remembrance but would like the family to have it. If this would happen to find itself being read by a family member, please let me know if you would like to have it.
– JanI didn’t know you at all, but I climbed in the 9/11 stair climb for you in Wisconsin. Thank you for your service, it was an honor to do the climb in your memory. You gave the ultimate sacrifice that day, as did your family. My thoughts and prayers to them and God bless.
– Lindsay S9/11/23
Good morning to the family and friends of Steven J. Olson, my name is Tyson and I live in Oregon. I participated in the 9/11 stair climb at Autzen Stadium today and walked in honor of Steven. I’m thankful for his bravery, And I hope that his family knows that this nation is lucky to have had him.
Never Forget
Tyson
– TysonRunning the Tunnels to Towers 5k with Steven’s badge on my chest tomorrow, thank you for all you did.
– Anonymous GuyI came across your name on the memorial today while visiting New York and snapped a photo of your name to my family. We all want to thank you and your family for your sacrifice.
Ryan Olson- Springfield, Missouri
– Ryan olsonI’m am a 38 year old Firefighter with the South Fulton, Tennessee Fire Department and just completed the 9/11 stair climb to honor our fallen Firefighters. I picked Steven J. Olson’s card. I am honored to have picked his card and take the climb to the finish line. Thank you Steven J. Olson for being one of the best Firefighters of all time, and for the sacrifices you made for our country and our people. Thank you for helping me with the strength and courage to finish the climb. It was not an easy task! You will NEVER be forgotten.
– Shawn SpencerI visited ground zero memorial in September 2015 and I have not forgotten the day or the names that I read all around the memorial that day, you name was one of them. I have never forgotten any of you who lost your lives to bravery and being a hero that day! RIP Steven 🚒❤️
– Alysia Poirier