Scott “Orville” A. Oldenburg (61) passed away on Sunday, March 26th, 2023, after a lengthy battle with his health that led to leukemia. He was surrounded by his loving family, in his home, at the time of passing.
Scott was born on March 8th, 1962, to Lyle Oldenburg and Yvonne Henry (Brown/Oldenburg) in Fort Atkinson, WI. Scott grew up in La Grange, WI. After high school, Scott became a farm mechanic at Larson Company in Darien, WI. Later he worked and retired as an operator at the Wastewater Treatment plant in Whitewater, WI.
Scott married Lori Butke on July 10th, 1982, at First English Lutheran Church. In the following years they became parents to 3 children Adam, Andrew, and Ariana.
Scott’s passions included being a devoted member of the Whitewater Fire Department for 19 years. He spent his time four-wheeling, snowmobiling, playing cards, camping, and vacationing in Gulf Shores, AL. He loved his home, yard, and pool. Scott also spent many years tooling around in his garage, but his favorite place was anywhere with his family and friends.
Scott was a positive, courageous man, and a beacon of light as he battled many health challenges throughout the past 18 years.
He was preceeded in death by his father Lyle Oldenburg, mother Yvonne Henry, stepfather Carl Henry, father-in-law Harley Butke, mother-in-law Phyllis Butke, and sister-in-law Connie Meyer.
He was survived by his loving wife Lori Oldenburg, son Adam and wife Micki Oldenburg, son Andrew and wife Hannah Oldenburg, daughter Ariana and Aaron Walters. Grandchildren Mason, Taylor, Isaac, and Drew. Brother Steve Oldenburg, sister Lezlie Oldenburg, and cousin Edie Oldenburg.
A memorial service will be held at First English Lutheran Church in Whitewater, WI on Thursday, April 13th at 5:00 p.m. Following the service there will be a celebration of life at Second Salem Brewing Company from 6:00-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to The Whitewater Fire Department on behalf of Scott Oldenburg.
Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
