died Friday, January 20th, in Dunklau Gardens, Fremont.
Wilbur was born December 18, 1957 in Omaha to John and Ruth (Schultz) Wrich. His childhood years were spent on a farm near Woodcliff (south of Fremont) and then on a farm near Arlington. The family moved to Fremont in August of 1965. He graduated from Fremont High School in 1976.
During his working years, he was employed by Walgreen's when they were located in the Mall, then later he worked for the Mall. Then he went to work for Oilgear Company as a machinist in Fremont until his health forced his retirement.
Wilbur was a member of First Lutheran Church where he had served as an usher. He also worked with the church's after school program helping students with their classwork.
The family is very appreciative of the attention and care that Wilbur received at Dunklau Gardens. They made sure he had his 'cheetos'. Wilbur was a fan of the Denver Broncos and NASCAR.
On August 25, 1990, Wilbur was married to Bonnie Hultgren at First Lutheran Church in Fremont.
Survivors wife Bonnie
son Christopher , Fremont
sister Catherine Wrich, Fremont
He was preceded by his parents, John and Ruth Wrich.
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Wednesday (January 25th) at First Lutheran Church with the Rev. Marty Tollefson. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for later distribution. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel will be Tuesday 3to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM.
Online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(10)
Rhonda cain eichner
Estacada, OR Wednesday, February 8, 2017 Bonnie and family I just found out about the passing of Wilbur I'm so sry my thoughts and prayers are with you all know I'm kinda late posting but didn't knowKari
Fremont, NE Wednesday, January 25, 2017 My prayers go out to Bonnie and Chris. Your dad was an amazing man that was devoted to Christ. May his heart and body be pain free in heaven.Gale Chapin
Fremont, NE Wednesday, January 25, 2017 Bonnie, Sorry to hear about Wilber. Prayers for you and your family. Gale (Rector) ChapinKathy Spence
, NE Monday, January 23, 2017 Cathy, sorry to hear about your brother. My thought are with you.cheryl montgomery
Fremont, NE Sunday, January 22, 2017 Bonnie, Chris I am so very sorry for your loss. Wilbur was such a nice guy...kind of quiet in school but always nice. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.Cheryl
Melinda S Castner
Omaha, NE Saturday, January 21, 2017 Bonnie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Wilbur from Dunklau Gardens. I am a coordinator in food service and really enjoyed seeing Wilber during meal times. He was always had a kind and gentle nature. He will be missed, such a good heart. Bonnie I remember you from school, I was Linda Aldrich back then. Take care.Cindy Rowland
West Des Moines, IA Saturday, January 21, 2017 Bonnie & family, So sorry to have heard of Wilbur passing. He was a wonderful man. Prayers for you and your family Bonnie, I miss our days in Fremont . God BlessCindy, Phil & Kallie
Nancy Furstenau-Boyles
Fremont, NE Saturday, January 21, 2017 My prayers to Bonnie and Chris is this sad, sad time. Take comfort that Wilbur is no longer suffering and will no doubt looking down on all of us with love and pride. I have so many great memories of Wilbur and will cherish the time that he was in my life. RIP my friend and God Bless.Jeff & Pam King
Fremont, NE Saturday, January 21, 2017 Thoughts and prayers to you and your familyClaire Smutz
Fremont, NE Saturday, January 21, 2017 Bonnie So sorry to read about your hubby passing on. May he rest in peace you and your son are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.