- Born on: August 11, 1935
- Departed on: December 8, 2022
- Resided in: Amana, IA
Harvey Oehler
After a long and rewarding life, Harvey Oehler, 87, who “never had it so good”, passed away peacefully Dec 8, 2022. Harvey married Karen Johnson in 1959 and the couple made their home in Amana for their entire marriage. Karen passed away in 1995. Harvey is survived by his three daughters, Chris (Dan) Davies of Amana, Julie (Don) Schott of Colorado Springs, and Yvonne (Jamie) Jonas of Cedar Rapids; grandchildren, Danita (Josh) Simmons, Benjamin Oehler, Erin (Galen Smith) Davies, Jon (Becca) Wonder, Ryan (Catie) Jonas, Emily (Joel) Seaser, and Kylie (Jacob) Bundt; great-grandchildren, Orion Simmons and Claire Smith; and countless extended family and friends.
Most people will remember Harvey from the many years he managed the Ronneburg Restaurant in Amana. He greeted friends and visitors alike with a big smile and often times his accordion or as he referred to it, his “Stomach Steinway” strapped over his shoulders announcing, “I’ve had a lot of requests, but I’ve decided to play a few songs anyway.” There were no strangers in Harvey’s life, only friends he hadn’t met yet.
A party with light snacks to celebrate Harvey will be held at Price Creek Event Center, Amana, Sunday, December 18 from 12-3pm.
Most people will remember Harvey from the many years he managed the Ronneburg Restaurant in Amana. He greeted friends and visitors alike with a big smile and often times his accordion or as he referred to it, his “Stomach Steinway” strapped over his shoulders announcing, “I’ve had a lot of requests, but I’ve decided to play a few songs anyway.” There were no strangers in Harvey’s life, only friends he hadn’t met yet.
A party with light snacks to celebrate Harvey will be held at Price Creek Event Center, Amana, Sunday, December 18 from 12-3pm.
