Hundreds Honor the Life of Lexington County Master Deputy Jillian Olson

Hundreds honor the life of Lexington County Master Deputy Jillian Olson

"She didn't watch life, she jumped in literally and figuratively," says her dad Jim, adding, "What we'll remember most isn't just what Jillian accomplished. We'll remember how she made people feel. She made people feel protected. She made people laugh. She made people feel important. She made people feel loved. Jillian lived boldly. She loved fiercely. She knew herself. She built the life she wanted, and though life was far too short, it was incredibly full."

Funeral held for Lexington County Master Deputy Jillian Olson, killed in dive training

A Lexington County sheriff’s deputy who died during a dive training exercise on Lake Murray was remembered during a funeral service Wednesday.

Memorial services for Lexington County dive team deputy announced as community mourns

Jillian had a quick wit, a special way of making people feel seen and a deep love for her family and three dogs, her obituary says.