William Arthur Oaks

He was born on August 26, 1953 in Winfield, Kansas. Bill grew up in Deer Park, Texas, a suburb of Houston, TX. He lived in Deer Park until he joined the Air Force in 1973.

Bill's Air Force career provided him with the chance to travel around the world. Traveling became a life-long passion of his. He achieved the rank of Senior Master Sergeant and was extremely proud of his 24 year Air Force career. His retired from the military in August of 1997.

After his retirement from the Air Force, Bill worked as an agent at Shelter Insurance. He was committed to helping his clients. He retired from Shelter in 2010.

Anyone who knew Bill was touched by his kindness, humor, and his happy-go-lucky attitude. He loved meeting new people and learning about their lives. He truly never met a stranger. He was a devoted fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Houston Astros.

Bill was a remarkable husband to wife Ronda. He would do anything for her. He was so proud of his children, each of whom is a brilliant reflection of their father. His constant joy was his grandchildren. They gave him unlimited happiness.

He is survived by his wife, Ronda (Francis) Oaks; his daughter Tammy Struthers, her husband Todd and their children Paige and Cade; daughter Sandy Gray, her husband Randy, their son Haydon, and granddaughter, Atley; daughter Bailey Sather and her husband Louis and their children Oliver and Amelia; son Ryan Oaks and his wife Rebecca; and brothers Robert and James Oaks.

He is proceeded in death by his parents Arthur and Wanda Oaks, sister Irene Oaks, and grandson Connor Gray.

There will be a ceremony to honor his military service held at Omaha National Cemetery on Friday, December 10 at 9:00 am. Following this, there will be a celebration of life held at Thanksgiving Lutheran Church (Bellevue, NE) at 10:30 am.

Contributions in memory of Bill can be made to the Wounded Warrior Program or Disabled American Veterans.

“I've lived a life that's full

I traveled each and every highway

And more, much more

I did it, I did it my way”

-My Way