Mabel H. Oelke, age 88, died on Friday, June 26, 2026 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. Mabel was born on August 15, 1937 to Henry and Hazel (Miller) Erdmann in Beaver Dam, WI.

Mabel grew up in the area, attending local schools and graduating from Fall River High School. She was later united in marriage to the love of her life, Arnold Oelke. Together, they built a beautiful life centered around family and community in Fall River. Throughout her life, Mabel worked at Kromer Kap in Columbus and later worked at Good Year of Sun Prairie where she retired, her hard work and warm personality earned her many lifelong friends.

For Mabel, it was always "family first." She thought the absolute world of her family and loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly, never missing an opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments. She treasured the holidays, look forward to having a house full of company, and genuinely loved having long, meaningful conversations with anyone who sat down with her.

Mabel was also a proud, avid Fall River Pirates fan for many years, fiercely cheering on the home team. Known for her welcoming spirit, she leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, warmth, and countless cherished memories. Mabel is survived by her children Arnie Oelke Jr. of Fall River, Gary (Jane) Oelke of Fall River, Cindy Eggert (Jon Zimmerman) of Fall River, Scott Oelke of Portage; grandchildren Dana (Kyle) Rowe, Brad Oelke, Zach Oelke (Samantha Fischel), Jena (Sean) Berndt, Dexter (Dawn) Oelke, Sarah Short (Chis Shaw), Cortney Dalby, Cassandra Dalby, Samantha Dalby, Austin Oelke, Dylan (Anne) Oelke; great grandchildren Edeyn, Nona, Addison, Ayden, Taylor, Jackson, Alexis, Payton, Leslie, Chance, Payslie, Kylee, Ireland, Saylor, Walker, Bodie, Bentley, Caelynn, Aubree, Landon, Elizabeth; brother Jim (Tina) Erdmann of Fall River; sister Judy Hatzinger of Fall River; other relatives and friends.

Mabel was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arnold; brother Butch Erdmann, sisters Mildred Firari, Arlene Weinberger and Bonnie Berendt.

A private memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church.

A celebration of life will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at the Columbus Country Club.

Inurnment will be in Fall River Cemetery.

Special thank you to St Mary's hospital staff, and especially Dr Rolf Poser for all the wonderful care you gave to mom over the years.

We encourage you to share your online condolences with Mabel's family at jensenfuneralandcremation.com