Nancy L. Olinger, 79, Ferdinand

Nancy L. Olinger, 79, of Ferdinand, passed away Friday, August 27, 2021, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Nancy was born on July 1, 1942, in Ferdinand to Roman and Florabell (Russ) Gerber.

She was united in marriage to Andy Olinger on November 25, 1961, in Saint Ferdinand Church.

Nancy was a lifelong member of Saint Ferdinand Parish, its Saint Ann’s Sodality, and Saint Ann’s Choir. She enjoyed flower gardening, flea markets, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Andy Olinger; one son, Nick (Leah) Olinger of Jasper; three daughters, Kelly (Louie) Hildenbrand and Kristy (Chris) Dilger, both of Ferdinand, and Amy (Jason) Stamm of Jasper; eight grandchildren, Emily (Derek) Freeman, Colin (Leah) Hildenbrand, Elliot (Jenna) Dilger, Adi (Grant) Welp, Chloe (Austin) Blessinger, Maranda and Nathan Helsley, and Carter Stamm; five great-grandchildren, Grace and Hudson Freeman, Theo and Etta Dilger, Brooks Welp; and a great-grandson due in November; one sister, Mary Rousculp of Ferdinand.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Roman and Florabell Gerber; and two brothers, Tom and Pete Gerber.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. EDT Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Christ the King Parish, Saint Ferdinand Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 31, 2021, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, September 1, 2021, from 8:00 until 9:30 a.m. at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand.

Online condolences may be shared at www.becherfuneralhome.com.