Ricky Hoelting

Ricky Lee Hoelting died on Oct. 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 Dec. 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 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 enjoyed 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 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 liked to talk and meet new people. Rick was a loving husband and an amazing father and grandfather. He never missed events and was proud of his family. Rick led the Pitch game at every family gathering. He enjoyed teaching the next generation how to play. As Rick would say, “That’s just what we do.”