Barbara L. Olkiewicz Obituary
We bid farewell to Barbara L. Olkiewicz (Columbus, Indiana), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 7, 2024 at the age of 88. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara L. Olkiewicz to pay them a last tribute.
As Barbara departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Barbara. Though Barbara may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ernest Freese and Christina Marcum; and her siblings, Ronald L. Freese and Phyllis J. Freese. She is survived by: her husband Donald J. Olkiewicz; her children, Mark Thomas Olkiewicz and Laura Ann Veazey; and her grandson Austin Veazey.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, November 13th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Rittman Family Funeral Home (3855 25th St, Columbus, IN 47203). A funeral service was held on Thursday, November 14th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church through the funeral home in memory of Barbara.
