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Barbara Olm Obituary

Olm, Barbara L.

Barbara L. Olm, age 65, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 20, 2015, at Appleton Medical Center. Barb was born on May 9, 1949, in Rhinelander, the oldest daughter of Paul and Karen (Knudsen) Moritz. She married Donald Olm on August 4, 1973. They have two daughters, who Barb loved and was very proud of. When the children got a little older, Barb went back to school and achieved her Associate's Degree in Accounting, eventually working for Fiduciary Partners, a job and a group of people she loved. Barbara was a lifelong knitter, who specialized in "toe-up" socks. Barb's faith was very important to her and she was very active in Women's Celebration Ministry; "Life in the Spirit" and "Lord, Teach Us to Pray" Seminars, and loved the people at the churches they served. Being Nena to granddaughter, Bella, was very special to Barb.

Barbara is loved and will be missed by her husband, Pastor Don Olm of Greenville; daughters, Jennifer (Brian) Peat of Hendersonville, TN, and Lisa (Benjamin) Shaw of Murfreesboro, TN; granddaughter, Isabella Peat; mother, Karen Moritz of Rhinelander; sisters, Jeanne (Dennis) Lex of Groton, MA, Laurie Heidemann of Fort Worth, TX, and Cory (Bill) Hoffman of Rhinelander; many brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and church families. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Moritz.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 24, 2015, at Faith Community Church, N1966 Julius Drive, Greenville, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, April 25, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Becky Kindschi officiating. Barb's family would like to thank the very special Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology and Radiation Oncology Specialists for the kindness and care given to Barb, and every patient in their care. Memorials may be directed to Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research.

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Apr. 22, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Olm

24 Entries

Loraine Pilgrim

April 16, 2022

Again, repeat my message of April 2021 to Don--I think of you often, and hope you are doing well. Roger and I are doing well during these hard times.

Susan Rajek

April 16, 2021

Barb a dear friend who was maid of honor at our wedding. I think of her often and as John & I plan our 50th wedding anniversary in a couple years, I wish you could celebrate with us. But no worries Barb I will see you someday in the Heavenly Realm.

Loraine Pilgrim

April 16, 2021

Repeat my first note in this Guest Book. I just want to tell Don Olm that I think of him often, and hope he is doing fine in his location and at this time in life--retirement. A friend always, Loraine Pilgrim, Madison, WI (If you ever get back to Wisconsin, it would be great to see you.)

Nancy Mischler

April 29, 2015

You will be missed by all. Thank you for sharing your husband on our trips to Rhinelander.

Barry & Judy Leonard

April 25, 2015

Barb will be GREATLY missed by her friends in Aldersgate (us).

Susan Rajek

April 25, 2015

Rest in peace dear friend. I was hoping we could see each other again once we retired. Donny and girls my deepest sympathy. Prayers and love to you all.

Gail & Watson Whiteside

April 25, 2015

Pastor Don and family + all that have been touched by Barb's ever loving heart, we praise the Lord for sharing this beautiful sole.
The Whiteside family is proud to share ihe joys that have, and will be ever present through reality, and memories with this very special friend.

Thank you, and God Bless.

April 23, 2015

We are deeply saddened by Barb's passing only because "we" believe Gods witness may be stronger in her physical healing. Since our Almighty God has made "His" choice clear we're greatful for the testimony of His grace, power and love through Barb. Her testimony is unwavering! Our sympathies to Pastor Don, Jenny, Lisa and their families.
Chris & Gina Kafer

Mary Council-Austin

April 23, 2015

What an amazing Christian Witness Barb leaves for her family and friends to cherish. I feel honored that her Christian witness and warmth touched my life. I will never forget her. Don and family, you are in my prayers. I have come to know in new ways God's healing power. Sincerely with you in Christ.

Sherian Foster

April 23, 2015

Don, Jennie, Lisa and Family,
You all have my love, thoughts and prayers for this difficult time. Barb was such a special person. May you lean on Christ Jesus and find comfort as you continue to live lives of faith and ministry. God's Shalom be yours. Sherian Foster

April 23, 2015

Dear Pastor Olm and Family,
It was truly a pleasure to serve you and Barb at the Cancer Center. I only wish we could have known each other a while longer, but you know that God has his own time.
May The Lord comfort you at this trying time.
Curt

Jerald A. Morrison

April 22, 2015

Don, you and your famuly are in our thoughts and prayers. I wish I could be there but time and miles separate us once again.

Your friend always

Stacey Prodoehl

April 22, 2015

I am sorry to hear of her passing. She had such a lovely, warm spirit. We met while she was working with my husband at BCI group. I ran into her a couple of months ago and she showed me pictures of her family and spoke of how proud she was of them. The world has lost a gentle spirit.

Kathy Dahl

April 22, 2015

I was very fortunate to have Barb work on my operations team at Fiduciary Partners. We will all miss her. RIP #9

LuRae Wilhelm

April 22, 2015

I am so sorry to hear that one of my good school friends has passed away.

Mary Lambrecht

April 22, 2015

Barb's generosity with her time, ministry talents, and with her friendship are lifelong gifts to me and to Tom. I will miss our conversations together...always so easy and filled with love and acceptance. As a fellow pastor's wife, I couldn't think of a more beautiful person, inside and out, to minister to Greenville Church. With God's love and comfort to Don, Jenny and Lisa; Mary Lambrecht

Loraine Pilgrim

April 22, 2015

My sympathies to Pastor Don Olm and daughters at the passing of Barbara, who was a good neighbor in the mid-70's in Marshfield, and thereafter a good friend for years, wherever we lived, going our separate ways.

Roberta Frankow

April 22, 2015

Barb was such an inspiration to so many and a faithful servant of the Lord whom she loved. Her unwavering Faith remains a testimony today. She continues to witness to us even in her absence from sight but never from our hearts. Her friendship has impacted my life forever. Run free, dear friend. You are healed!

Rev. Karen Gygax Rodriguez

April 22, 2015

I am very sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are lifted up for her family and congregation.

Mary Beth Mazzocchi

April 22, 2015

This is a beautiful picture of a beautiful spirited woman. It was my honor to know her and to study God's word with her. Prayers are with all of you for comfort.

christine Lawrence

April 22, 2015

My life was blessed by knowing her.

LESLIE PAALMAN

April 22, 2015

The few years I've gotten to know Barb, I felt such a kinship! And she was a great prayer warrior for others! PTL

Robbin Wiley

April 22, 2015

It was my pleasure to meet Barb through their ministry at Eureka Church and Celebration Women's Ministries. She remained steadfast in her faith and is now in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. My prayers are with Pastor Don and family.

Ann Forseth

April 21, 2015

I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of Barb. She was a very special person and
I enjoyed working with her at BCI/Principal Financial Group. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

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