In loving memory of

Francis Michael Olerich

September 6, 1934 - October 25, 2016
From: Wall Lake, IA | Originally: Wall Lake, IA
Francis Michael Olerich

Francis Michael Olerich

Born: September 6, 1934
Died: October 25, 2016
Age: 82
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     Francis Michael Olerich, age 82, of Wall Lake, IA, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2016, at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake.  Francis was born on September 6, 1934, in Auburn, IA, to Earnest and Bernice (Balk) Olerich.  He was baptized and confirmed at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church.  He received his elementary education at Mt. Carmel Catholic School and graduated from Lake View High School.

     Following graduation he was inducted into the United States Army serving from 1954 to 1956.  On June 3, 1957, Francis was united in marriage to Eleanor Ann Gosch at St. Joseph Catholic church. They made their home in Wall Lake.  This union was blessed with five children: Jacquie, Mike, Pam, Jennifer, and Jill.

     Francis worked hard to provide for his family, working for many years as manager at the lumber yard in Lake View.  He was a devoted husband and father who treasured celebrating family events, going fishing, playing cards, taking care of his garden, and keeping his car clean. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, and his fondest memories included trips to Colorado and Disney World with his kids and grandkids where he rode all of the rides.

     Survivors include his wife Eleanor; children: Jacquie (Dr. Ray) Kiefer of Muskegon, MI, Mike (Zena) Olerich of Odebolt, Pam Olerich of Indianapolis, IN, Jennifer (Brett) Ploessel of Denver, CO, and Jill (Tyson) Fehr of Highlands Ranch, CO; siblings: Ron (Sharon) Olerich of Lake View, IA, Jack (Betty) Olerich of Carroll, IA, and Carol (Darwin) Roth of Lake View, IA; grandchildren: Elizabeth, Regina and Anna Kiefer, Dani (Sean) McGee, Bayle, Morgan and Lexi Olerich, Jack and Michael Ploessel, Jake and Kate Fehr; and many extended family members.

     Francis is proceeded in death by his parents Earnest and Bernice Olerich, brother Charles Olerich, and granddaughter Macy Olerich.

 

 

SERVICES
Mass of the Christian Burial
10:30 a.m., Saturday
October 29, 2016
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Wall Lake, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Father Joe Dillinger
VISITATION
4-7:00 p.m., Friday
October 28, 2016
St. Joseph Catholic Church
With 4:30 p.m., Rosary
and 7:00 p.m., Vigil Service
INTERMENT
Wall Lake Cemetery

Condolences

Monday, October 31, 2016 at 9:17 AM
“Dear Ellie and Family,

We are glad we got to visit with Frannie at the nursing home before we traveled south. We are saddened at your loss of a good husband and father/grandfather. He was a high school classmate of Jim's.”
- Jim and Lois Long
Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 3:04 PM
“My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek.”
- Jennifer Heermance (Olerich)
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Eleanor and family, you have my sincere condolence. I know how it is to lose a husband/father. You are in my prayers.
”
- Janice Larsen
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Eleanor and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Of all her nephews, I think my mom liked Francie the best. Now they can be re-united in Heaven.”
- Kathy (Literski) Crist
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Ellie and family, We were so sad to hear of Francis passing. Was always such a great neighbor to have conversations with. May he be at piece now in Gods hands.”
- Steve & Mindy Radloff. Tatum &Tannet Hardman
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Jennifer Jill and family

I'm so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. May you be given strength to deal with every moment during the coming days ”
- Darla Malone
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Sorry to hear of the passing of Francis. We enjoyed visiting with him at the Lumber yard when we had a project to do. Miss not seeing you all in such a long time. Our prayers are with you.”
- Alan Mohr & Jan Moon
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“Francis will be greatly missed by all that ever met him. Such a warm, friendly and caring person. ”
- Lynn & Marlene Ramsey
Friday, October 28, 2016 at 4:39 PM
“We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Frances was always a joy. He will be making God smile.”
- Gordon &Pat Cochran
Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 9:26 AM
“I am very sorry to hear of your loss. The lost of a loved one grieves the heart and words are never enough to take away the pain. However, our Heavenly Father knows your grief. As a loving and caring Father, He will be there to comfort and sooth your "broken-heart and crushed spirit". ( Psalm 34:18 ). May you find comfort and hope in God's promise of a day when you will reunite with your loved one again. ( Isaiah 26:19 ). My sincere condolences to the family.”
- pfl
Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 9:26 AM
“It breaks my gear to hear that Francis passed away. I am happy to know though that he is in a much better place in heaven. My sister and I loved going to Francis' home when we were little. He would always go fishing, and Ellie would cook the best fish for lunch! He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.”
- Angela Gillen
Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 9:25 AM
“Ellie and family-so sorry to hear about the death of Francis, just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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- Vern and Mary Bruening
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