Carroll Resident Rhonda Lynn Olerich Passes Away at 72

Funeral services scheduled for this Saturday at Faith Baptist Church

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:56pm

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Rhonda Lynn Olerich, a 72-year-old resident of Carroll, Iowa, passed away recently. Funeral services for Olerich will be held this Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30 A.M. at Faith Baptist Church in Carroll, with burial to follow at the Dillavou Cemetery near Scranton. Visitation will take place on Friday evening at the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll, as well as prior to the service on Saturday morning.

Why it matters

Olerich was a long-time member of the Carroll community, and her passing will be felt by her family, friends, and the broader community. Funeral services provide an opportunity for the community to come together and honor her memory.

The details

Rhonda Lynn Olerich is survived by her three sons and their families, including six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She is also survived by a sister and two brothers-in-law, as well as other extended family members. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested for a later designation.

  • Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30 A.M.
  • Visitation will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 5 - 7 P.M. at the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll.
  • Additional visitation will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 9:30 - 10:15 A.M. prior to the funeral service at Faith Baptist Church.

The players

Rhonda Lynn Olerich

A 72-year-old resident of Carroll, Iowa who recently passed away.

Rod Olerich

One of Rhonda's sons.

Michael Olerich

One of Rhonda's sons.

Scott Olerich

One of Rhonda's sons.

Marilyn Phillips

Rhonda's sister.

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The takeaway

Rhonda Lynn Olerich's passing is a loss for the Carroll community, where she lived for many years and was surrounded by her loving family. The funeral services provide an opportunity for the community to come together and honor her memory.