Ralph Kenneth Oelke Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 22, 2024, Ralph Kenneth Oelke (Zionsville, Indiana), born in Cudahy, Wisconsin passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Hedwiga "Hattie" Matulis Oelke; and his sons, Russell Oelke (late Judy) and Richard Oelke. He is survived by: his father Raymond Oelke; his son Ronald Oelke; his family, Gramps and Bapa; his wife Joanne Oelke; his daughters, Kathleen Kinsella, Karen Lobdell (Tim) and Kristin Oelke; his grandchildren, Marcus Kinsella (Rahul Mahajan), Anne Coltman (Andrew), Bridgette Lobdell and Sam Lobdell; and his great grandchildren, Eleanor Coltman and Theodore Coltman.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 29th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Alphonsus Liguori Roman Catholic Church (1870 W Oak St, Zionsville, IN 46077). A Mass was held on Tuesday, October 29th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to be made direct to the Mattoon Community Food Bank or the Boone County Habitat for Humanity.
