Roger Harry Oehlke Neenah, Wisconsin Obituary

Roger Harry Oehlke

Roger H. Oehlke, 66, of Mountain, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, March 17, 2016, after a long battle with diabetes. He was born on October 6, 1949, in Neenah, the son of Harry and Susan (Gaudette) Oehlke, and attended Neenah High School. Roger was a Vietnam Veteran, proudly serving in the U.S. Navy and being honorably discharged in 1971. He was united in marriage to Janice Kreager on September 18, 1998. Roger retired from James River Corporation, Menasha. He enjoyed hunting and driving Ford Mustangs; both hobbies he proudly shared with his grandsons. Roger was a leader at the Boys' and Girls' Brigade and a member of the Rough Craftsmen at Camp Onaway. He will be remembered as a cantankerous curmudgeon of a man, who was loyal, loving, fun loving, and giving. Roger was very proud and protective of his family, especially his children and grandsons. No one was going to mess with his family. Roger wants all the Green Bay Packer fans to know . . . GO BEARS! Roger is survived by his wife: Jan; 2 children: Karen (John) Wendt and Chuck Oehlke; 2 grandson: Austin and Peyton Wendt; mother: Susan Oehlke; 2 siblings: Sandy (Glen) Allen, and Dan (Denise) Oehlke; a brother- and sister-in-law: Roger (Gloria) Kreager and Joyce Kreager-Koplitz; a goddaughter: Kate Uttecht; and numerous nieces and nephews. Roger was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at the Kessler Funeral Home, 304 S. Commercial St., Neenah. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Neenah. Visitation will be Tuesday at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Immediately following the service, full military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post #44, Wabeno and active duty members of the U.S. Navy. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated in Roger's name. Roger's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to his doctors, Stephen Dernlan and Edward Szabo for their exceptional care, compassion, and respect. To His special friends, Al and Linda Heisler, Thank You, is not enough. 'We Love you and miss you, thank you for being a great husband, dad, and grandfather.' Service Information Visitation Tuesday March 22, 2016 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Kessler-Fahrenkrug Funeral Home 304 S. Commercial Street Neenah, WI 54956 Funeral Service Tuesday March 22, 2016 11:00 AM Kessler-Fahrenkrug Funeral Home 304 S. Commercial Street Neenah, WI 54956
October 6, 1949 - March 17, 201610/06/194903/17/2016
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Rick Taylor
March 21, 2016
Hi Jan & Sandy Sorry to hear about Roger. May he Rest In Peace. Condolences from Nancy & Rick Taylor.
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Phyllis Dintenfass
March 21, 2016
Jan,So sorry for your loss.
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BJ OConnor Schevers
March 21, 2016
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Jeanne Bootz
March 21, 2016
Jan, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Losing a husband is like losing a piec see of one's self. Give yourself time and space to figure our your new life! By the way, I always loved working with you.
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March 21, 2016
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Sue Juel
March 21, 2016
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Mary Frozena
March 21, 2016
Jan,Sincerest sympathies for you and your family during this sad time. It sounds like you were a wonderful caregiver in recent years. May your children keep you close and your memories of Roger bring a smile in time. Thinking of you.
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David Buettner
March 21, 2016
Sympathies from afar, Jan. While I did not know your husband, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I trust you are surrounded by family and friends during this difficult time, but I wanted you to know your extended circle is large and there for you as well. Dave
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Pete & Pam Shank
March 21, 2016
I am saddened to hear about Roger.Although he has departed this world, he will live on forever in the next,Cherish his memory. My heart goes out to you, the children, and grandchildren. Be well.Cousin Pete