In Memory of Richard "Dick" J. Hoelscher
Richard “Dick” J. Hoelscher, age 82, of Odebolt, Iowa passed away on Monday, January 26, 2014 at his residence of Odebolt, Iowa.
A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 29, 2015 at the St. Martin’s Catholic Church of Odebolt, Iowa. The Father Richard D. Ball and Father Allan Reicks will officiate. Burial will be in the St. Martin’s Catholic Cemetery of Odebolt, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the Rosary Service at 5:00 p.m. and a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at the Christensen – Van Houten Funeral Home of Odebolt, Iowa. The Christensen ~ Van Houten Funeral Home of Odebolt, Iowa is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.christensenvanhouten.com
Richard “Dick” Joseph Hoelscher was born on July 4, 1932 in Roselle, Iowa to Joseph and Margaret (Renze) Hoelscher.
Dick grew up in Carroll, Iowa, where he worked for the Council Oak Grocery Store and attended school. Dick graduated from Carroll High School in 1950, he continued to work at the grocery store until he was drafted into the Army in 1953.
Dick served two years in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in June of 1955. Dick met the love of his life Donna Schwabe. The couple was united into marriage on June 7, 1958, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Breda, Iowa. They were blessed with three children, Tony, Tom, and Beth.
The family made their home in Odebolt, Iowa. In 1963, Dick went in to business with his brother Jim buying the local Super Valu Grocery Store in Odebolt. When his brother Jim retired, Dick bought his half and continued to run the store until he sold it and retired in 1998.
Dick enjoyed, antiquing, golfing, woodworking, playing pool and poker, watching T.V., dining out, and going to his grandchildren’s sporting events.
Dick leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years, Donna Hoelscher of Odebolt, Iowa; children, Tony Hoelscher of Odebolt, Iowa; Tom (Carolyn) Hoelscher of Odebolt, Iowa; Beth (Jason) Wulf of Odebolt, Iowa; grandchildren, Heidi (Kevin) Petty of Clayton, North Carolina; Dallas (Courtney) Hoelscher of Cedar Falls, Iowa; Dayton Hoelscher of Ames, Iowa; Jake, Josie, Jed Wulf of Odebolt, Iowa; great grandchildren, Lilli & Bentley Petty; sisters, Leola Dillehay of Ft. Dodge, Iowa; Bernice Rogers of Denison, Iowa; nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Ruth Hoelscher, brother, Paul James Hoelscher, and two brother-in-laws.
SERVICES
10:30 AM, Thursday,
January 29, 2015
St. Martin's Catholic Church
Odebolt, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Celebrant
Father Richard D. Ball
Concelebrant & Homilist
Father Allan Reicks
Deacon
Rev. Mr. Mike Stover
Lector
Jeff Schuler
Alter Servers
Josef Rogers
Ana Rogers
CASKET BEARERS
Gary Dillehay
Steve Rogers
Steve Schwabe
Rob Geier
Dean Schwabe
Russ Schultz
VISITATION
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday
January 28, 2015
Rosary Service: 5:00 PM
Vigil Service: 7:00 PM
Christensen - Van Houten
Funeral Home
Odebolt, Iowa
MUSIC
Kay Bloyer, Organist
Amanda Gunderson, Cantor
"Amazing Grace"
"Just A Closer Walk With Thee"
"Gentle Women"
"On Eagle's Wings"
INTERMENT
St. Martin's Catholic Cemetery
Odebolt, Iowa
Condolences
I was deeply saddened upon just recently learning of your father's passing. A father is one of God's first gifts to our hearts and his love stays with us always. The pain of a loss reflects how deeply our hearts have loved. I have such pleasant recollections of your father's smile when I walked into your family's grocery store in my youth. May the memories of your father, Dick, and his great guidance help you find peace. My heartfelt condolences to both of you, your mother, Donna; sister, Beth; dear Carolyn, and the entire Hoelscher family. My prayers are with you.
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May you gather strength from the memories and prayers that are surrounding you.
Rod & Lisa Drost”
Sending Geier condolences from Council Bluffs! I remember visiting your house over the years and we always had a great time! Hugs to all!”
Dick was a good man and was very tolerant of the nonsense we kids came up with at times growing up in Odebolt.
He, as well as you all are in my thoughts and prayers.”
I just this evening learned of Dick's passing...I am so very sorry to hear this, but did know that he was having health problems for quite some time now. Nevertheless, I do know that the pain of losing someone you loved so much is no less. I am praying for you...that you can somehow find comfort now and peace in the days ahead. Take care of yourselves...See you soon.
LaDonna Miller ”