Carl Paul Ofe Jr.

CARL PAUL OFE JR. 1932 – 2024 Carl Paul Ofe Jr., age 92 years of Plattsmouth, NE passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, at Bailey Pointe Assisted Living in Plattsmouth, NE. He was born on July 21, 1932, in Omaha, NE, to Carl Paul Ofe Sr. and Margaret Iola (Nahrstedt) Ofe. Carl's legacy is one of unwavering dedication, love, and joy. Carl's life-journey began in Plattsmouth where he earned the nickname "Pooch" and made lasting memories as a member of the Plattsmouth High School football team. He continued his education at the University of Nebraska, where he was a proud member of the Sigma Chi fraternity and graduated with a Business Administration degree. While there he met the love of his life, Sarah Jayne Gorton, at a Nebraska-Colorado football game in Boulder, CO. They married on May 21, 1954, in Harlan, IA and shared a loving union with five children: Susan, Tom, Margaret “Missy,” Donald Jay “D.J.,” and Michael. He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War from 1954-1956. Carl served his country with honor and courage as a 1st Lieutenant. Following his military service, Carl purchased his family’s business and, for 63 years, he owned and operated The Ofe Oil Co.—a full-service Mobil gasoline station, garage, and ROBO car wash. He took immense pride in his work alongside his business partner, John Blotzer, Sr., and remained dedicated to the family business until his retirement in 2019. It was during this time Carl began collecting other endearing nicknames, including “Brutus” from his children and workmates and “Pops” from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a man of faith and a parishioner of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Plattsmouth. An avid golfer, Carl enjoyed spending leisurely days on the golf course surrounded by friends and loved ones. He was a loyal supporter of The University of Nebraska and Plattsmouth Blue Devil organizations, skilled poker player, city historian, and proud member of the Plattsmouth Country Club--where he served as a board member. He was an American Red Cross blood donor and a member of Plattsmouth Masonic Lodge #6 A.F. & A.M., Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #365, and Lepert Wolever V.F.W. Post #2543. Carl leaves to cherish his loving memory, his children Tom (Pam) Ofe of Oak Point, TX, Margaret “Missy” (Larry) Fleck of Tecumseh, NE, Donald Jay “D.J.” Ofe of Plattsmouth, NE, and daughter-in-law, Stacy (Schreiber) Ofe of Bellevue, NE. In addition, nine grandchildren Sarah Current, Andy (Jen) Current, Chris (Rosi) Ofe, Liz Quinn, Grant Campbell, Nate (Caroline) Ofe, Clare (Jeff) Campbell-Olsen, Kyle (HaiLee) Ofe, and Tanner Ofe; sisters-in-law Sue Lawlor, Linda Gorton, and Gerry Gorton, and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. Carl is preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife Sarah Jayne, son Michael, daughter Susan Webster, and brother-in-law Jay Gorton. A Visitation Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M., on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Roby Funeral Home, 346 Ave. A, in Plattsmouth. At the conclusion of the visitation, the family welcomes anyone to continue honoring Carl’s life with a visit to the VFW, 510 1st Avenue in Plattsmouth. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 302 Avenue A, Plattsmouth, NE, 68048. Services Entrusted to Roby Funeral Home, 346 Ave. A, Plattsmouth, NE 68048 (402) 296-3123 robyfuneralhome.com

Carl Paul Ofe Jr.

July 21, 1932 - August 29, 2024