Dain Loring Olsen, age 49, of Sacramento, California passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2024. Dain was born on March 29, 1975 to Walter “Wally” Olsen Jr., and Gwendolyn “Gwen” (Fleming) Walter. He is preceded in death by his mother, Gwen, of Camino, CA and maternal grandparents, Edith and Ray Fleming of Sacramento. He is survived by his father, Wally, stepmother, Jean, stepfather, Gary, sister and brother-in-law, Julie and Jason Engelbertson of Dublin, CA, and nephews, Nathan and Spencer. His paternal grandmother, Pauline Olsen, resides in Sequim, Washington.

Most of Dain’s existence over the past 25 years, following a stint in the United States Navy, mirrored a personality in torment due to mental illness. He was drawn by his schizophrenia and paranoia into a daily nightmare of frightening delusions. While his many medications dulled the pricks, his longevity matched predictions for those carrying the same burden. He was supported in his daily challenges, by his case manager, Mike Petris, and many staff at CMY & Associates.

Dain was a beautiful, exceptionally artistic young man believing his personal magic could carry him across the challenges of his flight here on earth. We will miss him profoundly and are thankful for sharing the time we were given.

Individuals wanting to contribute to his memory may donate to the Treatment Advocacy Center, 200 North Glebe Road, Suite 801, Arlington, Virginia 22203. treatmentadvocacycenter.org

Dain will be laid to rest at Morgan Oaks Eternal Preserve with family in attendance.