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Adonis Oldenburg Obituary
Age 74 of Las Vegas, NV went to be with the Lord on Feb 12th, 2021. He was born on Dec 11th, 1946 in Grand Rapids, Ohio to Helmuth and Ruby Oldenburg.
He moved to Las Vegas in 1956 where he graduated from Las Vegas High School in 1963. He then served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Ordnance Technician on the USS Kearsarge - CVS 33.
After the military he was on a Union Pacific train in North Platte, NE where he met the love of his life on March 28th 1969 and were married on July 2nd, 1969.
His career was varied working for Coca Cola and the Las Vegas Review Journal before joining the Clark County Building Department where he worked as a Building Inspector. He retired after 27 years in 2008.
He is a man that enjoyed working on cars, church and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years Patricia Oldenburg.
His children Adonis II (Staci), Tracy, Aaron (Amy) and numerous other
adopted children. His grandchildren Dustin, Alli, Adonis III, Kaylee, Connor, Courtney, Andrew, Ava and numerous other adopted grandchildren.
His great grandchildren - Maverick and Baby Boy due May 16th, 2021.
Brother - Lontayne of Yuma, Az.
He is preceded in death by his parents Helmuth and Ruby, his brothers Lowell, Randall, Lynwood.
Services will be held Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 11:00am, at Church , 3400 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89102,
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Memories and Condolences
for Adonis Oldenburg
Joe Thibodeau
February 18, 2021
Trish, I'm so sorry. I just found out today. I remember Don as a giving man. He was all ways there when you need help. You were both involved in Dutch Oven Cooking and shared that knowledge with the Cub Scouts that I was involved with. These are some sweet memories of Don and you that I will cherish for ever. I worked with Don up to 2008 when he retired. I remember a lot of Great things about Don and you in my life! May God Bless you and your family!
Cherie Thibodeau & Joe Thibodeau
February 18, 2021
Please accept our condolences for your loss. I loved the joy he spread and welcomed me into the family when I married Joe. We were just informed today of your loss.
We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Michael and Jennie Hensley
February 18, 2021
Patricia and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. If you need to talk please don't hesitate to call. Don was a great guy and he will be missed. We love you guys!
Georgia Olson
February 17, 2021
My deepest sympathies. Don was a good friend and co-worker to me at the building department. He is missed already!
LEE AND TRUDY DETTMER
February 17, 2021
Trish and family. Lee and I were so saddened to hear about Don. He was too young!! He was always kind and thoughtful.
Lou Gonzales
February 17, 2021
Trish,
Please accept my condolences and prayers following the loss your beloved man. May he rest in peace always.
Jerald Mason,
February 17, 2021
It is with deepest sympathy and condolences I send prayer to Don´s lovely wife and family. I am praying for your comfort during these difficult days.
Your Friend, former co-worker, and class mate from Vegas High
Pastor Jerald J Mason
Peggy and Glen Argo
February 17, 2021
We were so saddened to see of Don's passing. Although our paths crossed so many years ago, we have such fond memories of you two. So much laughter in your home, just really good people. Our prayers are with you through this difficult time. Much love to the whole family.
Beverly Faulkner
February 17, 2021
Sis, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it hurts and I know he will be missed. He will always be with you in your memories your thoughts and your heart. I love you all.
Freddy & Gloria Muniz
February 17, 2021
Pat we are truly saddened for the worlds loss of such a great soul. We will miss Don's funny & loving personality at Chapala's. We have really thought of both of you as part of our family having over the many years shared incredible family stories & watched all the children grow before our eyes. We wish you our sincere condolences during this time.
Patricia (Trish) Oldenburg
February 16, 2021
My sweetheart I will miss you so much but I know that you´re with our Lord and Savior Jesus. I love you with all my heart.
The Haynes Family
February 16, 2021
Kaylee, Tracy and family. So sorry for your loss. Don really was a great man and we will cherish our memories forever! We love you all and wish we could be there to celebrate Don's life.
Karen Conti
February 16, 2021
Tracy, Kaylee, Conner and family.
So very sorry for your loss. I am sending prayers and hugs for you all.
Karen Conti
Blaine Benedict
February 16, 2021
I will always remember Don's presence around the campfire and his help to those young people who needed someone special who cared.
My sincere condolences to the Oldenburg family.
Stephen Noel
February 16, 2021
This is Stephen Noel. Pat,I am truly sad to hear about Don's passing. Even though I haven't seen you 2 for many years,I have always had great memories of knowing you and of your friendship. Your friend,Steve
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