Delwin Rohlfs '55

Delwin Rohlfs '55

Del RohlfsDelwin Lloyd Rohlfs, 92, of Edmond passed away October 14, 2026 surrounded by family. He was born on December 7, 1933 in Scribner, Neb., to Albert and Annie (Drieling) Rohlfs. His early years were spent helping his parents work on the family farm. He was a graduate of Scribner High School and Midland Lutheran College with a Business degree. He worked for Northern Natural Gas in Omaha. Later he was self-employed preparing tax returns as well as managing his real estate portfolio.

Del, also known as Opa, enjoyed spending time with his family, watching his grandchildren's school events and traveling to visit family and friends. He also enjoyed woodworking and creating toys for his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

For years Del volunteered at Northern Hills Elementary School reading books with students.

Del is survived by his daughters, Amy LaFevers (Brian) and Beth Godwin (Mark), and seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren and dear friend, Kathi Hurst.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Annie; his brother, Leland; his wife, Sally, and their infant son, Randall.

A Celebration of Life service will be held November 28, 2026 at 4 p.m. at Christ Community Church, 915 E. 33rd Street, Edmond, Okla.

A graveside service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hooper, Neb., at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Del's name to Tunnel to Towers at T2T.org.

Published by Fremont Tribune on Oct. 23, 2026.