Ricky L. Hoelting
December 18, 1957 – October 18, 2024
Ricky Lee Hoelting passed away on October 18, 2024 at the age of 66. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Joan Hoelting, and sister, Debra. Rick is survived by his wife, Marie (Karmazin); sons, Nigel (Ashley) and Riley (Jennifer); grandchildren: Brayden, Sadie, Skylar, and Mason; brothers, Gene (Lindy) and Randy (Trish); and sister, Tina (Gene) Kile.
Rick was born on December 18, 1957 to Lyle and Joan Hoelting in Hastings, Nebraska. Rick grew up in Lawrence, Nebraska where he attended Lawrence High School and met his wife, Marie. He attended Milford Community College and then moved to Omaha. Rick and Marie were married on August 8, 1981 and had two sons, Nigel and Riley.
Rick worked for Mutual of Omaha for 31 years before starting a career as an agriculture adjuster at NAU Country. He loved his job, driving all over the state with his dog, Toby, talking to farmers all day. Rick ran cattle on the side. It was his passion. Yearly round-up was always a favorite event for him. He was a member of the Washington County Cattlemen’s Association and the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
Rick would always say hello and spark a conversation with any stranger. He loved to talk and meet new people. Rick was a loving husband and an amazing father and grandfather. He never missed events and was so proud of his family. Rick led the Pitch game at every family gathering. He loved teaching the next generation how to play. As Rick would say, “That’s just what we do.”
In lieu of flowers, Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Church Restoration project in Lawrence, Nebraska.
VISITATION: Monday, October 21, 2024, from 5pm to 7pm at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 15353 Pacific, followed by VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm.
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Tuesday, October 22nd at 10:30am, St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery.
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22 Comments
Sending my deepest sympathies on Rick’s passing! He was one of our most favorite crop adjusters! Our farmers that worked with him always enjoyed his company and adjusting style! He always came into the office with the most up beat attitude and didn’t seem to let much bother him! He will be greatly missed in the insurance industry! I will continue to keep you all in my prayers as his passing breaks my heart!! We all lost a good one!!
Praying for Marie, Nigel, and Riley and the family during these difficult days and days ahead. Praying God will hold each of you closely to His heart as you mourn the loss of a father, husband, grandpa, and friend.
Prayers for Rick’s family as they mourn his passing. Many wonderful memories of growing up with Rick. Just a great guy. He will be missed. May he rest in peace
Am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are for your family
I am so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. My wife and I live near the south end of Rick’s street (Mayfair Drive). I also worked at Mutual of Omaha when Rick was there. I always enjoyed visiting with Rick at Mutual, whenever I would bump into him in the neighborhood and at one of the school events in which both our grandkids participated.
You have my deepest sympathy!
I am sorry to read of Rick’s passing. I had the privilege to work with Rick at Mutual, and I always appreciated his optimism, positive perspectives and his amazing smile & grin! Holding his family and loved ones in my thoughts and prayers.❤️
I saw firsthand at many sporting events and birthday parties what a wonderful grandpa Rick was. A kind and caring man that leaves behind the legacy of an awesome family. Love you Hoeltings, we are so sorry for your loss..
So sorry to hear the passing of Rick. He was such a great guy, fun sense of humor and great to be around and to work with at Mutual of Omaha. We had alot of laughs and was always interesting to hear about his cattle stories and his family My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Great man gone too soon. ✝️❤️
My deepest condolences to Marie, his children, extended family and friends. May Rick rest in peace on the Wings of his Angels. Much Love and Light, Jane (Bowen) Hennessy, daughter of Leona (Hoelting) Bowen, fomer resident from Plainview, MN.
Karen and I were saddend by the loss of Rick. My best times at Mutual were when I worked with Rick for several years. What a great guy.
I will miss Rick and Toby on their weekly visits to the CU. Met Rick at Mutual 30 years ago. He’s always been so much fun to talk to. Heart-felt prayers to Marie and family. A great guy gone too soon.
We are so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to the family from Phil and Denise Mazour and family.
I am so sorry to learn of Rick’s passing! I have fond memories of Rick being a classmate of mine in High School. My deepest sympathy to Marie and the family for their loss. Please know that all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. I worked with Ricky at Mutual of Omaha early in my career. We shared interest in agriculture outside of work. He demonstrated quality family values and an exceptional work ethic. On occasion he would remind me that’s why it’s spelled JOB and not FUN and he would say that with a smile. Sympathy and prayers.🙏✝️
Rick was such a Great Man and Friend!! He is irreplaceable!! Such a sense of Humor and so caring towards his Family and Friends.
I am so, so sorry for your loss.
May Our LORD And Savior give Rick Perfect Eternal Peace, Love and Life.
Amen
Such a beautiful service for Rick. A great tribute to him, his faith, and the love for his family. May God continue to console you and give you peace.. Our deepest sympathy to his family. Prayers for you all!
Rick was a great classmate. My heart goes out to Marie and the family. Wishing you all strength and comfort through this difficult time.
Rick was one of the best I ever met. He helped me in so many ways I can’t even count. There will never be another one like him for sure. I enjoyed every interaction with him even in 2023 when it was complete bedlam. I miss you already my friend, I am so sorry for your family’s loss I know how much they all meant to you. RIP to the best adjuster around, a great man, and a better friend.
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Many prayers for Rick, someone who has shared so much life with you will always be a part of you. Blessings to all of you.
Rick was my crop insurance adjustor and one the best I’ve ever had. He was a great man and we always had great conversation. He loved his family, dog, and cattle. We would always talk about when he should sell his calves, and I’d always tell him he should never sell them, just feed them out at my custom feedlot, or that feeders were to dang high. He will be missed and not forgotten. Condolences to his family and know his life impacted so many.
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