Birth date: Jul 21, 1970 Death date: Apr 5, 2022
Greta Hoffman Olbrich July 21, 1970 - April 5th, 2022. Greta was a loving mother and wife as well as a nurse for 25 years, specializing in high risk pregnancies. Greta had a smile that would light up every room she walked into. Sh Read Obituary
My heart is saddened by the passing of such a beautiful person. I remember our long conversations in the parking lot while waiting on our kids in middle school. My son, Connor, remembers Greta’s patience and kindness. RIP lovely Greta.
Jason and Anna, we are keeping you in prayer. Many condolences.
-Karlene and Connor McGibbon
While Monday's news was of course terribly sad, it struck me that even in her passing, Greta was able to have a positive impact on those left behind and to bring people together. As the news spread and people started reaching out to share memories of Greta throughout the day and into the night, I was in touch with more old Sewanee friends (some to whom I haven't talked in almost thirty years) that one night than I usually speak to in an entire year. Greta's kind and generous spirit continues to wrap us in her positive energy, reminding us of the ways our lives were all magically--albeit sometimes a little messily--woven together on the Mountain
Jason and Anna, we are thinking of you from Texas. So many wonderful memories of Greta and we are so saddened to hear of her passing. The great times with her at dinner, yard sales, our boating adventures and her magnificent contagious smile. Greta knew how to make us laugh and carry on like children. When we met her she was a bright star that brought so much joy to our family. Greta knew how to bring everyone together. We loved her dearly and just know that love has never faded.
Oh sweetie. My heart is breaking but I hope you are at peace with your fellow beautiful angels in God’s hands. I was so blessed with your friendship and love. It was a gift to see you a few short weeks ago. I can still hear your unmistakable laugh and see your gorgeous smile. You’ve given me so many memories which I will cherish always. You were always there for me in highs and lows and your light will live on forever in the hearts of all of us you touched so deeply. Rest easy sweet friend. To Jason, Anna and all of your family, please know that we are holding you on our thoughts and prayers. All my love. 🙏🏻✝️️❤️
I was shocked and so deeply saddened to hear of sweet Greta’s passing.
We were next door neighbors in her growing up years and I always thought of Greta, her sisters and many of the neighborhood kids as my “adopted children”, not just my children’s friends. We were family, and as family, we are all sharing in this deep grief.
As I am trying to wrap my head around this heartbreaking news, so many memories of Greta come to mind. The one I have thought about so many times over the years was a shopping trip to Hutzlers, a now defunct department store in Towson, Md. Greta joined us, along with her “string” (the tiny remnant of her baby blanket which she carried everywhere). At some point throughout our endless shopping, Greta realized that she lost this most prized possession. We backtracked and searched and searched for her “string” but to no avail. I can still remember, even after 45 years, how sad I was for her and how awful I felt that it happened on my watch.
To Jason, beautiful Anna, dearest friend Callie, Kim, Lisa, Paula, et al, I offer my deepest and heartfelt condolences. May your happiest memories of Greta, along with Gods grace and the strength He will provide you with, see you through this most difficult time.
All my love and prayers, Mary Miller
Jason and Anna, our deepest condolences to you. You are both in our prayers for strength and peace during this difficult time. Grace and I are thinking of you both.
Bridgette (Grace’s mom) and Grace Golatt.
Lovely, loving beautiful Greta…
The world has lost a light so bright.
Thank you for your giving and generous spirit which touched many, many lives.
I will miss you for the rest of my life.
Karin Olsen
