Harvey Oehler

Harvey Oehler

Amana

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, Amana, Julie (Don) Schott, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Yvonne (Jamie) Jonas, 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 from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, at Price Creek Event Center, Amana.