Kent Olinger Obituary

The world bids farewell to Kent Olinger (Columbus, Indiana), departing on May 6, 2026 at the age of 66. Kent leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Kent may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Kent touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Norb Olinger and Judy Olinger. He is survived by: his pet Smoky; his sister Laura Olinger (Greg Tucker) of Boulder; and his nieces, Amalia Frick of Englewood and Hannah Frick of Brooklyn.

Memorial contributions may be made to these organizations that were important to him: Gus Grissom Scholarship fund of the Purdue Club of Dubois County, by way of – https://connect.purdue.edu search for "Purdue Club of Dubois County Scholarship" under.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home

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May 8, 2026

Walt Ferber wrote a sympathy message

“He was a really good friend and GOOD guy. Though he never caught a break. RIP my friend!!!!”

May 7, 2026

Julie Eckert wrote a sympathy message

“I am so sorry to hear of Kent's passing. He was a highschool classmate. I just remember we would always bet who could get the better grade in our classes. Condolences to his family.”