Ricky Lee Hoelting passed away on Oct. 18, 2024, at the age of 66. He is 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 Dec. 18, 1957, to Lyle and Joan Hoelting in Hastings, Neb. Rick grew up in Lawrence, Neb., 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 Aug. 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 to 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."
A visitation will be held Monday, Oct. 21, from 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary afterward. Funeral mass will be Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 10:30 a.m. All will be at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Omaha.
