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1935
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2025
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Wera Olk Obituary
March 14, 1935 - April 30, 2025
Preceded in death by husband, Heinz Albert Olk; parents, Hans and Meta Uekermann; brother, Hans-Jürgen Uekermann.
Survived by sons, Michael (Judie) and Jürgen Olk; grandchildren, Christine (Kyle) Ott and Thomas Olk; great-grandchildren, Gabriele and Katarina; sister, Traute Wiggert; cousin, Hayo Feikes; extended family and friends. Wera was very involved with the German-American Society in Omaha and enjoyed baking.
Memorial Service Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 11204 S. 204th St., Gretna, NE. Inurnment at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Forest Lawn Funeral Home
7909 Mormon Bridge Road Omaha, NE
402-451-1000 www.forestlawnomaha.com
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Susan M & Mark A Reed
May 4, 2025
We deeply share your grief and sorrow but know your faith will continue to comfort you in this loss. May her memories sustain you and our Lord comfort you during this time.
Greg & Charlene Oliva
May 4, 2025
Our deepest condolences. May Jesus give you his peace in this time of sorrow. Both of your parents were wonderful people. Praying for your family.
The Gorner Family
May 4, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob and Linda Todd
May 2, 2025
Bob and I are so very sorrow to read about your Mother 's passing. We will pray for the family.
Pamela Sondag
May 2, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Wera. She was a sweet lady. My mother's maiden name was Thelma Olk.
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