John H. Oltmanns
February 1, 1933 ~ August 2, 2025
Born in: Pilger, Nebraska
Resided in: Wichita, Kansas
John H. Oltmanns, 92, retired Boeing Aerospace Engineer, died Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Rosary will be at 10:00 am, Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, both on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.
John was born on February 1, 1933 in Pilger, Nebraska. In late 1933, the family relocated to Moundridge, Kansas where he attended the local schools and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1950. In 1951 he was employed by the ATSF Railroad working on a bridge gang. His travels would take him to many local towns in north central Kansas. In 1953, he was drafted into the United States Army and served in Korea until returning to Kansas in early 1955. He returned to his job with the bridge gang until late 1956.
John married Patrosinia Martinez on November 10, 1956 in Little River, Kansas. A few days after their wedding they moved to Inglewood, California. John began work for North American Aviation as a carpenter while attending The Northrup Institute in pursuit of an aeronautical engineering degree. In 1960, the growing family relocated to San Luis Obispo, California where John completed his education and graduated from California Polytechnic State University in 1962.
With a new diploma in hand, the family relocated to Wichita where John began his long career in the field of aviation. He eventually retired from The Boeing Company in 1995.
John and Pat enjoyed traveling yearly to family reunions in Nebraska as well as the yearly 8221st Army reunions. His favorite pastime was working out in his garage on his 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe or just visiting with new and old friends at many local car shows and gatherings. Together, they put ninety thousand miles on the old Ford traveling to both coasts and many other destinations in between. No matter where he went, he could strike up a conversation with anyone.
In his later years, he enjoyed the company of his grandchildren and later, his great grandchildren who all enjoyed his wit and sense of humor. His legacy will live on in the stories that they will share as well as his love of cherry pie, ice cream and cookies!
John’s family wishes to thank the following caregivers for their skilled and compassionate care: Ennoble Care Hospice and ComfortCare Homes.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Johann Heinrich (Hank) and Daisy Ethel Wylie Oltmanns; sons, Robert L. Oltmanns, Steven M. Oltmanns; sister, Jean I. Silverstrand; and brother, Bob L. Oltmanns. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Patrosinia Oltmanns; sons, Jerry (Cindy) Oltmanns of Wichita, KS, John Gregory (Diego Correa-Fernandes) Oltmanns of Chamblee, Georgia; daughter, Monica (Harold Fix) Oltmanns of Milford, Ohio; sister, Anna M. Storer of Moundridge, Kansas; grandchildren, John C. (Robyn) Oltmanns, Candice M. (Eric) Urban; great-granddaughter, Addyson K. Oltmanns; great-grandsons, Everett J. Urban, Ayden J. Oltmanns, and Emerson J. Urban; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A memorial has been established with: St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic Church, 861 North Socora, Wichita, Kansas 67212 or Ennoble Care Hospice, 345 Riverview Street, Suite 500, Wichita, Kansas 67203. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – West Chapel.
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The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in John H. Oltmanns 's name.
Ennoble Care Hospice
345 Riverview Street, Suite 500
Wichita,
KS
67203
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
861 North Socora
Wichita,
KS
67212
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Dear Pat, Jerry and other family members of John,
We were terribly saddened to hear of the loss of John. He was a wonderful friend to my parents, Bill and the late Yoshie Sagerty. He was a wonderful friend to us kids as well. There are many memories shared by my parents and his friends. His friendship of doing anything for his friends are fondly remembered. There were many visits out to lunch, B&C come to mind. Many visits at both our homes. Much support from Pat and John during mother’s stroke and visits to the home. Working on cars together. Sharing stories of their travels up and down the highway to classic car shows. His jokes and laughter were a lot of fun as well. His faith to God was huge and he shared this with us. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God comfort you all in his arms and the days ahead.
Our love and deepest condolences,
Bill Sagerty, Dr. Shirley Sagerty, Steve and Sandra Sagerty-Crenshaw, Carol, Joseph and Anna Bubnick
My Condolences…sincere, but equivalent to putting a bandaid on a bullet hole.
May the Lord shine his light upon you and give you peace. Until you meet again.
Melonie
So sorry to hear about John. We haven’t been to very many car shows lately, but will always remember you guys at some of them.
to the entire Oltmans family. So sorry about your loss. May the good memories help you through this rough
time.
It saddened me to hear of John’s passing, however I know he had been suffering for some time.
When my husband Joel worked in Wichita, John was his supervisor. He respected him so much, and
they became friends. When Joel returned home to Tulsa they stayed in touch. Since they shared an interest in old cars, there were many car shows and phone calls. John also always sent a Christmas
card written full of family news.
After Joel passed John remembered me with the cards and calls. I always enjoyed talking with him.
He was a nice “connection” to Joel.
Yes, his passing is sad, but he deserved an end to his illness. His struggles and hurts are over, and he
is at peace in God’s care. May remembering that help you to find comfort and peace too.
With caring thoughts,
Arsie Burkhart (wife of the late Joel Burkhart)
Loved my phone calls from John & Pat. Great friends of all in the 8224th Army core Reunions.
My condolances to Pat & the rest of the family.
Kay Coombs