Steven M. Olander

• Firefighter
• Detroit Fire Department
• Michigan
• Age: 39
• Year of Death: 2002

Submitted by his parents

Steven‚ 39‚ died February 7‚ 2002‚ from injuries suffered while putting out a four-story building fire. He was on the department 14 years. He received many citations for valor and earned the respect of his co-workers at Engine 42 and Ladder 21.

He loved his job and family and was always there to lend a helping hand in any situation. He enjoyed hunting‚ fishing and snowmobiling. He had a wonderful sense of humor. He golfed‚ bowled and played baseball for many tournaments to raise money for Children’s Hospital Burn Center. He had a heart of gold when it came to children.

He is survived by his children – Michael‚ Heather and Nicole‚ his parents Duane and Irene‚ and 4 sisters Denise‚ Diane‚ Carol and Valerie‚ and his special friend Jenny Schilbe.