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Obituary for Omdahl


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday November 26, 1999

John Jeffrey (Jeff) Omdahl, 25, a native of Albuquerque, died Monday, November 22, 1999. He graduated from Highland High School, where he played baseball, basketball, and was a delegate to Boys State. Jeff enjoyed fishing, playing and composing music on the piano and guitar, playing basketball, biking, traveling, and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his parents, John (Jack) and Jettie Omdahl of Albuquerque; his grandparents, Ardella Davis of Hobbs, Ralph and Dorothy Omdahl of Mesa, AZ; sister and brother-in-law, Jackee and Bob Hamp of Abilene, TX; brother and sister-in-law, Jay and Alyssa Omdahl of Portland, OR; and brother, Joel Omdahl of Albuquerque; uncle and aunt, Pete and Lela Collins of Mesa, AZ; his cousins and many friends. His beloved nieces and nephews are Ian, Jillian, Jenna Beth, and Atticus Hamp, and Lucas, Austen, and Lauren Omdahl. Jeff was one-of-a-kind to his family and friends. He was a natural peacemaker with an infectious smile and engaging personality. Because of Jeff, our lives are richer and forever changed. We love you, Jeff, and praise God for allowing us to be stewards of your life. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., November 26, 1999, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Bob Hamp reciting. Cremation and private interment will follow services. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, November 25, 1999, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Albuquerque Boys and Girls Clubs, P.O. Box 3963, 87190-3963.


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