Jackson Oler

Jackson Keith Oler, affectionately known to his friends and family as "Herk", passed away October 9th, 2016 in his hometown of Casper, WY at the age of 80. He was born April 12, 1936, the 5th child to Mary and Jack Oler. He graduated from Natrona County High School. Jack married Jana (Wolfe) in January of 1957. The couple welcomed 3 children into their home; Keith, Dawn and David. Together they owned and operated Yamaha of Casper until retiring and moving to Canada. After 3 years, they returned to start another business, The Stove Emporium, selling fireplaces. Jack enjoyed racing motorcycles, snowmobiles and stock cars, for which he had many trophies and awards. He also enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing. In his later years he could still be found on his front porch, admiring the wildlife. Jack is survived by his Wife, Jana and their 3 children, Keith (Sherry) Oler of Hudson, WY, Dawn Miller of Casper, WY and David (Teresa) Oler of Hudson, WY; Grandchildren: Karrie Oler, Andrea Hiser, Alec Miller, Jennifer Barnes, Joseph Oler, Dusty Oler and Patiance Potter; 5 great-granddaughters and 4 great-grandsons.

Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home on October 22nd, 2016 at 11:00 AM. Friends and family are invited to a luncheon to follow at the VFW post #9439 on Bryan Stock Trail from 12:00 - 4:00 PM to share memories and celebrate his life.

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