William “Bill” “Willy” Olesen, 78, of Story, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at his home. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Portland, ME to parents Theodore and Marjorie (Hansen) Olesen.Bill lived in Conecticutt and South Florida before moving to Story, WY. While in Florida he married Patsy Giddens in 1967. Later in Wyoming he married Patti Lunbeck Stein in 1977.Bill enjoyed a variety of occupations. Pursuits in his life included boat captain, waterskiing performer, treasure hunter, professional boat racer, sailor, CB radio shop owner, knifemaker, gunsmith, silversmith, carpenter, craftsman, ranch hand/horseman and hunter. He was a great friend to many. He survived cancer for 30 years.Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brother Larry. He is survived by his sister Diana, daughter Kim (Frederick) Olesen, son Soren Olesen, stepson Michael Stein, five grandchildren, one nephew, two nieces and one great niece.Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.