Roberta K. Odegaard
January 3, 1940 -
January 29, 2021
Roberta K. Odegaard, age 81, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 at Froedtert South-Pleasant Prairie.
Born in Kenosha on January 3, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Grace (Lindemann) Knight. Roberta was a graduate of St. Catherine’s High School.
On June 23, 1962, Roberta was united in marriage to Daniel V. Odegaard.
She was employed as a Supervisor with the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, until her retirement.
Roberta was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where she took pride in serving on the parish council and finance committee. She also was a CCD teacher and assisted with the parish festival.
For many years Roberta volunteered her time in organizing and hosting the Summer Arts and Craft Fair at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. She was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and enjoyed going to The Fireside Theater; but most of all, she loved spending time with family and friends.
She was many things to many people, a loving mother, a caring grandmother and great-grandmother, a supportive sister, a dear friend and kind neighbor. She will be missed by her children, Robert J. (Lourelli) Odegaard, Lisa O. Lee and Thomas J. (Karen) Odegaard; her grandchildren, Nicholas Lee, Gerod (Megan) Odegaard, Jaira (Kymberlie) Burris, Heath (Katie) Odegaard, Taylor (Stormie) Lee, Jessica (Raphael) Johnson, Coleton Odegaard, Michael Odegaard and Victor (Morgan) Odegaard, Aislinn Vega and Anjelynne Vega; her great grandchildren, Connor, Logan, Landon, Carsyn, Cohen, Natalia, Olivia, Adalynn, Aubriana, Owen, Zane, Sophia, Brooks, Madison and Emmitt; her siblings; Karen Gallion, Barbara Knight-Brown, Floyd (Sandy) Odegaard, Zoraida Odegaard, Donald (Carol) Odegaard, Marianne (John) Mikkonen and John (Becky) Thomas; her best friends, Mildred (John) Nutini and Pearl Wegner; and her special grand-dogs, Ginger and Watson.
In addition to her parents, Roberta was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Daniel V. Odegaard; her son, Michael P. Odegaard; her grandson, Michael J. Lee, Jr; her in-laws, Clint Gallion, Martin Brown, Ronald Odegaard, and Marlene (Odegaard) Thomas.
A special thanks to the staff of Froedtert South-Pleasant Prairie and her niece, Chrissy Meyer Knight for their wonderful care and assistance to the family.
Service Info
Funeral services honoring Roberta’s life will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 2224 30th Avenue.
Interment will take place in Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a later date.
A visitation for Roberta will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to the family would be appreciated. Due to public health concerns, and in compliance with CDC guidelines. Social distancing will be maintained and those in attendance are required to wear a face covering. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
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Susan RomeroBob sorry for the loss of your mom long time no see hope you all are good this is susan from applebees take care
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Wendy WolfMrs. O, as we called her, helped take care of my brothers and me when we were kids. We had a sweet neighborhood growing up and we spent a lot of time at her house and with her children. My thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to her family. I know she will be greatly missed.
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Connie MintonLisa, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. She was one of the first ladies I met here at UWP back in 1998. She always had a smile and was just a joy to be around. My prayers are with you all. May she rest in peace. Connie
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Jalane OkrayMy sincere sympathy to Roberta's family for their loss. I knew Roberta through her sister, Barb, whom I worked with for many years. Roberta always had a smile on her face whenever I saw her. She was the center of her family and enjoyed spending time with them. I know she will be missed by her family and friends. May the Lord wrap you all in his loving arms and comfort you in your sorrow. Remember that her loving memories will be with you in your hearts forever. Jalane Okray
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Sally WoodI worked with Roberta at the UW-Parkside Library - she was a wonderful person who taught me a lot! May she rest in peace. My condolences to her family.
