Richard H. Oehlerking, 84, passed away in Lincoln, NE, on October 29th, 2023. He was born September 17th, 1939, to Harold and Hazel (Mick) Oehlerking.
Rich graduated from Ogallala high school in 1957. After high school, he attended the University of Nebraska where he obtained a business degree. He spent his career as a CPCU insurance agent, working for Stuart Insurance, Witt-Oehlerking, Alexander and Alexander, and retired from Union Agency. He married Linda on June 23rd, 1962, in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Rich was a member of Jaycees, S.C.O.R.E., Independent Agents of Nebraska, Teammates, and the Corvette Club. He was a docent at the Nebraska State Historical Society, as well as the Speedway Motors Museum. Rich was an avid Husker fan and car enthusiast. He loved painting and photography.
Rich is survived by his wife Linda of 61 years; his children Tim (Sherry Miller) and Leanne (Kevin) Snook; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 1st from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel (4300 ‘O’ St).
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 2nd at 1:30 p.m. at the Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel.
Memorials to Alzheimer’s Association and to the CountryHouse Residence (6616 S 84th St. Lincoln, NE, 68516)
Services
Visitation
5:00 pm-7:00 pm CST
Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel
4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510
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Leanne and family, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed hearing about your stories and travels with your parents. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” May peace be with you and your family.
– Kim and Kevin Fisher
Rich was an exceptional leader for his insurance colleagues throughout Nebraska as president of the Independent Agents of Nebraska in 1995. He was a mentor to many young insurance professionals, and always urged the IIAN Board to elevate its thinking and look to the future. Rich received IIIAN’s Distinguished Service Award in 1993. His creativity came into paly when he won the national contest for creating the byline for the association’s 100th Anniversary – “Pride In Independence Since 1896”. Our heartfelt condolences to Linda and Rich’s family – he will be missed and thought of by many.
– Carol and Bill McClelland
Oh Linda, I am so sorry. Take care and be sustained by all the good memories.
– Julie Simpson Beno
I also as a fellow independent insurance agent share the loss of Rich. He was a mentor to so many of us young agents at the time entering the business. Condolences to his family and prayers.
– Mike Glaser
Dear Linda, I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband, Rich. I’m thankful that you had 61 active years with him. You were an admirable couple! I remember Rich from the times he came to Anderson Library. It is impressive that he was so involved in his community! Prayers of comfort, strength and courage to endure and eventually peace in your minds and hearts.
– Sincerely, Jone White
Sorry to hear about Rich passing, he was one of the best insurance minds in the business. He was my mentor and share a lot of memories with the independent insurance agents of Nebraska association
– Tom Greco
I am so sorry for your loss.
– Marlene cupp
Sending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers.
– A.J. and Susan Harre
Linda & family So sorry for your loss. Love in Sigma Delores White
– Delores white

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