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Marguerite Braden
Grand Island resident, 87
Marguerite L. Braden, 87, of Grand Island, died Friday, Jan. 30, 2004 at Beverly Healthcare-Park Place.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3 at the United Congregational Church with Reverend Lonnie Logan officiating. Burial will be 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Greenwood cemetery, York. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9 a.m. until service time. Kleine Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Marguerite was born March 25, 1916, the daughter of Glenn and Alvina (Holoch) Galvin. She received her education in country schools in the Bradshaw area. She worked at a filling station in York, where she met Willard J. Braden and they were married
on March 24, 1949 at York. She also worked for the Montgomery Wards store for a short time. They moved to a farm south of Waco, where they farmed; later moved to Greeley County where they farmed until moving to Grand Island in 1974. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, quilting, and working with and making special gifts from leather. She also repaired vacuum cleaners and sewing machines. Marguerite made many beaded necklaces for the Grand Generation Center. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed working in her garden.
She was a member of the United Congregational Church.
Marguerite is survived by her husband, Willard of Grand Island; two sons, Gary and wife Nancy of Wayne, and Norman of Lexington; one granddaughter, Makayla Braden of Wayne; two grandsons, James and wife Heidi of Kearney, and David of Cozad.
She was preceded by one grandson, Michael; one great-grandchild; one daughter-in-law, Carol (Mrs. Norman Braden).
Memorials are suggested to United Congregational Church.
Donald Lytle
Benedict resident, 87
Donald William Lytle, 87, of Benedict, died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2004, at Lincoln.
He was born Sept. 30, 1916, on a farm near Benedict to William "Bill" and Ina (Howard) Lytle. He was a 1935 graduate of Benedict High School.
He married
Fay Sherman on March 8, 1938, in Marysville, Kan. The couple lived and farmed the land his grandmother purchased in 1885. His son and how his grandsons farm the ground. Don always had a life lesson or story to tell and sweet corn or roses to share with family and friends. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Benedict.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Fay, of Benedict; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Gary Folts of Benedict; son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Jean Lytle of Benedict; grandchildren, Debbie and Rick Kinning of Golden, Colo., Chris Potter of Eugene, Ore., Scott and Beth Folts of Benedict, Steven and Lynn Folts of Benedict, Kevin and Lisa Lytle of Scottsdale, Ariz., Craig and Cheri Lytle of Omaha; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Sally Martin of Rapid City, S.D.; sisters-in-law, Vivian Rich of Mesa, Ariz., Rose Sherman of York, and Dot Sherman of Houston, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; daughter, Linda Potter; and great-granddaughter, Courtney Folts.
You are invited to celebrate Don's life with the family on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 2 p.m., at the United Methodist Church in Benedict. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the donor's choice. Don's wish was to be cremated. This will be no visitation. Burial of his ashes will take place at a later date. Condolences may be emailed to metz@metzmortuary.com.
Metz Mortuary in York is handling arrangements.
Tina E. Friesen
Henderson resident, 83
Tina E. Friesen, 83, of Henderson, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2004 at Henderson.
She was born Dec. 6, 1920, to Isaac D. and Tina (Penner) Peters on a farm southeast of Henderson.
She attended school at District 31, finishing the eighth grade, and then attended Bethesda Bible School for two years. During this time she stayed with Elizabeth Epp who was boarding several teachers and their influence prompted her to attend high school, from which she graduated in 1940.
She was married
to Albert Friesen on Sept. 1, 1944 and established a home on a farm west of Henderson. In 1984, they retired from farming and moved to Henderson. Tina was a faithful member of Bethesda Mennonite Church and enjoyed participating in a mission circle, serving on the social committee and embroidering.
Surviving are her husband, Albert of Henderson; six children, Robert (Florence) Friesen, Vernette Friesen, Lyle (Jolene) Friesen, Galen (Kathleen) Friesen, Curtis (Nancy) Friesen and Alton (Vickie) Friesen; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Esther Unruh and Hildegard Miller of North Newton, Kan.
Preceding her in death were her parents; sister, Ann Friesen; and grandchild, Travis.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19 at Bethesda cemetery, followed by memorial services at 2:30 p.m. at Bethesda Mennonite Church in Henderson. Memorials may be directed to Bethesda Radio Broadcast or the Henderson Health Care Services. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., Wednesday in Henderson.
Metz Mortuary of Henderson is handling arrangements.
Ardeth G. Steinhauer
Lincoln resident, 76
Ardeth Grace Steinhauer, 76, of Lincoln, died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2004, at Lincoln.
She was born the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy (Mozer) Gradoske on July 19, 1927 in York.
Survivors include her daughter, Nancy (Walt) Sudderth of Rutherford College, N.C.; grandchildren, Troy and Carol Sudderth of Valdese, N.C., and Todd and Tanya Sudderth of Conover, N.C.; great-grandchildren, Katie and Courtney Sudderth of Valdese, N.C.; sisters, Elaine (Lefty) Gloystein of Davis, Calif., and Althea (Fred) Lampe of York; brother-in-law, Ray Lipsack of Hastings; aunts, Clara Prange of Lincoln and Mart Mozer of Colorado.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald and her parents.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., on Friday, Feb. 20, 2004, at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home at 6800 S. 14th St. Interment will be at the Lincoln Memorial Park. Pastor Haroold Stelzer will be officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church at 4325 Sumner Street, Lincoln, NE 68506.
Velma A. Gissler
Osceola resident, 81
Velma A. Gissler, 81, of Osceola died Monday, Feb. 16, 2004 in Fremont, Ne.
Velma Johnson was born July 19, 1922 on the family farm near Stromsburg. She graduated from Stromsburg High School in 1939. Velma married
Bert Gissler of Osceola on July 22, 1946.
She worked in the Polk County Courthouse for three years before staying home to raise her three children.
She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Osceola where she taught Sunday School for several years and was active in women's groups. She helped sew many quilts each year that were sent to Lutheran World Relief. Velma enjoyed crafts, sewing and baking. She hand quilted over 100 quilts for family and friends. She was a member of SEW Club and enjoyed playing bridge. She enjoyed traveling with her family and following her children's and grandchildren's activities.
Survivors include her husband; son, Alan (Beverly) Gissler of Osceola; two daughters, Joyce (Douglas) Winfield of Fremont and JoAnne (Steve) Bartek of Lincoln; brother, Wilmer A. Johnson of Stromsburg; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Osceola with the Rev. Clifford Hoper officiating. There will be no visitation due to cremation, but a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19 at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Memorials have been established at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Osceola and the Fremont Area Medical Center Hospice program.
Roberts - Dubas Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ivan Lansden
York resident, 62
Ivan E. Lansden, 62 of York, died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2004 at York.
Ivan was a longtime York auto mechanic having worked at Nelson Motors, Geis Motors, Stuart Motors and John Kohl Auto for over 40 years, retiring in November of 2003.
He was born Oct. 28, 1941 in Sterling, Colo., to Claude E. and Willette (Stoll) Lansden. Ivan grew up at Fairmont and graduated from Fairmont High School. He was married
to Janet L. Chambers on Aug. 12, 1962 at York. Ivan belonged to the First Presbyterian Church at York.
He is survived by his wife Janet of York; two sisters, Sharon (Harold) Hiett of York and Janice Thompson of Benedict; three nephews; five nieces, and his mother-in-law, Evelyn Chambers of York.
Preceding him in death were his parents; his father-in-law Aurice "Snaz" Chambers; and his brother-in-law, James Thompson.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church at York with Rev. Cathy Allen officiating. Burial will be at the Greenwood cemetery at York. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., Sunday. Condolences may be emailed to metz@metzmortuary.com.
Metz Mortuary of York is handling arrangements.
Imogene E. Smith
Lincoln resident, 77
Imogene E. Smith, 77, of Lincoln, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004, at Lincoln.
She was born to Eugene and Estella (Reamer) Bowersock on Jan. 24, 1927, on a farm northwest of McCool Junction. Imogene was an only child. She moved with her parents in 1932 to a farm south of McCool, where she attended and graduated from McCool High School. She was baptized at the E.U.B. Church in McCool. She also taught for several years in rural schools in York County.
Imogene was married
to Harold F. Smith Jr., at Fairmont, on Aug. 18, 1946. To this union, three daughters were born -- Linda, Sharon and Marcia. She was a member of the Fairmont Community Church where she was an active choir member and taught Sunday School for many years. She and her husband resided in Fairmont until moving to York in 1991. After moving to Lincoln in 2001, Imogene became a member of the Christ United Methodist Church and belonged to the DAR, David Bryan Chapter.
Imogene valued simplicity and chose to live her life as a homemaker, always appreciative of her family. People were important to her and she treasured their friendship.
She is survived by her husband, Harold of Lincoln; three daughters, Linda (Stephen) Miles of Polson, Mont., Sharon (Michael) Olson of McCool Junction and Marcia Smith and her lifetime friend Susan Shepherd of Lincoln; two granddaughters, Monica (Carl) Steffens and Amber (Michael) Gibson, all of Lincoln; one grandson, Jerod (Sara) Olson of Seward; and a sister-in-law, Patricia Smith of San Diego, Calif.; and a nephew, Greg Smith of San Diego, Calif., and a niece, Deborah Brinkman of Santa Clarita, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 13, 2004, at the Metz Chapel in York with the Rev. Jay Vetter officiating. Interment will be in the Greenwood cemetery in York. Visitation until service time at the mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the family. Condolences may be emailed to metz@metzmortuary.com.
Metz Mortuary in York is in charge of arrangements.
Michael L. Johnson
York resident, 48
Michael L. Johnson, 48, a resident of York, died Tuesday, Feb. 17, in York. Memorial services are pending with Metz Mortuary in York.
Steven Eugene Betka
Exeter resident, 49
Steven Eugene Betka died February 22, 2004 at Fillmore County Hospital in Geneva, Neb., at the age of 49 years, 6 months and 18 days.
He was born to Eugene M. and Betty L. (Christiancy) Betkja at York on Aug. 4, 1954. He was one of two children in the family.
Steven grew up on a farm 1/2 mile east of Burress and attended Exeter Public School K-12, graduating in 1972. He attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, graduating in 1976 with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science. In 1975, he was a member of the UNL Livestock Judging Team which won the National Barrow Show Judging Contest. Following graduation, he returned home to farm and raise hogs with his parents.
On his 25th birthday, Aug. 4, 1979, he was united in marriage to Audrey Schropfer of Ohiowa. He and Audrey were looking forward to celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary this August. They lived in Geneva for 1 year, on a farmstead southeastof Exeter for 10 years and the remainder of their married
life on his home place east of Burress. The birth of their two sons, Derek Allen and Ryan Gene, blessed their marriage. After farming for 20 years, Steve became a Hog Buyer for Farmland Foods in Crete where he was currently employed at the time of his death.
Steven was baptized and confirmed at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva. He was currently a member of the Exeter United Church of Christ and was serving on the Church Council.
Throughout his lifetime, Steve served on the State Soybean Board, Fillmore County Extension Board, Board of Directors for Dorchester Co-op, Fillmore County Corn Growers Board and Farm Bureau Board. He was actively involved in 4-H as a member or as a leader throughout his life. In 1971, he showed the Champion Market Swine at Ak-Sar-Ben with his hog, Herman, and was also named a State Swine 4-H Award Winner. However, his greatest highlight was watching his own children follow in his footsteps. Nothing made him happier than to watch Derek and Ryan show their pigs. Steve considered the County and State Fairs his yearly vacation, and thrived in helping teach his sons and children in the community how to properly care for and show their animals.
Words cannot describe how much Steve loved his family. His favorite scripture reading was 1 Corinthians 13 the chapter on love. Every day he told his family that he loved them. He and Great Grandma Schropfer taught Derek and Ryan to play pitch when they were four and five years old, and Steve always welcomed a friendly game of Hearts. He was never too busy to read to his boys when they were small or to help them with school work when they were older. Steve was a math whiz and transferred that ability to his boys. He scheduled his day so that he could attend their extracurricular activites. Even after Derek and Ryan were in college, Steve made shre that he and Audrey met them for a meal together every weekend. He cared greatly about his family and friends and ALWAYS tried to make people laugh.
Putting others above himself became apparent the day that Steve requested Organ Donor be stamped on his driver's license. That request was honored last Sunday evening. His donation report indicated that his contribution may enhance the lives of 60 to 70 people.
Steve was preceded in death by his brother, Doug; father and grandparents. He is survived by his wife, Audrey; sons, Derek and Ryan; mother, Betty; double cousin, Angeline Betka Sokolik and many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted from the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004 with Pastor Lynn Strandt and Pastor Bharat Surender officiating. Mike Zeleny, organist, accompanied Scott Olson, who sang "Amazing Grace" and "How Great Thou Art". The congregational hymn was "You'll Never Walk Alone". Recessional song was "Walk of Life".
Pallbearers were Delton Barr, Ken Cross, Jim Mager, Donald Manning, Mike Motis and Robert Schropfer. Honorary pallbearers were David Biba, Jerry Engle, Jay Knapp, Paul Kuska, John Siert and Jerry Zieg.
Interment was in the Geneva Public cemetery with Farmer & Sons Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Memorials are directed to First Congregational United Church of Christ, Geneva, United Church of Christ, Exeter or Exeter Rescue Squad.
Helen Pogue
Stromsburg resident, 78
Helen Pogue, 78, of Stromsburg, died Thursday, March 4, 2004, in Johnson City, Tenn.
Services will be held at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, at the East Hill Church of Christ in York with burial at St. Edward. A complete notice will appear in Saturday's edition.
Metz Mortuary in York is in charge of the arrangements.
