- Maiden Name: Menke
Pat Post
July 2, 1936 — October 29, 2023
Lexington
Pat A. Post, 87, a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Lexington Regional Health Center in Lexington surrounded by her loving family.
Pat was born on July 2, 1936, in Lexington, Nebraska to Marion Menke and Helen (Strauss) Menke. She attended rural grade school at District 16 until she went to town for high school. She was a 1954 graduate of Lexington High School. Pat had many lifelong friends from her school days in Lexington and always looked forward to her honor year class reunions. Pat attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she was a member and supporter of the Delta Gamma Sorority. Between her junior and senior years, she attended the Ray-Vogue Art School in Chicago, furthering her education in fashion design. She returned to UNL to obtain her college degree and upon graduation, she was employed by the prominent Miller and Paine department store as a women's clothing buyer. A highlight of her life was traveling by train to Chicago and New York City for buying trips.
During her senior year at UNL, Pat met Doran Post and they were united in marriage on December 2, 1961. Their life together spanned sixty one years. They made their first home in Shelton, Nebraska for one year before moving to Lexington. They had three children: Katy, Mary, and Jeff. Pat took pride in making a beautiful life for her family. She provided scrumptious home cooked meals, packing up many a picnic dinner to take to the farm during the planting and harvesting seasons. The door was always open to the kids‘ friends and there were always baked goods on the kitchen counter to share with anyone who stopped by. Summers were spent at Johnson Lake and the family enjoyed several ski trips and many vacations together through the years.
Pat was an active member of the Lexington community. Pat was employed at Home Federal Savings and Loan for 17 years from 1980 to 1997. She was a 50 year member of the First Presbyterian Church where she served in various roles throughout the years. She was a member of PEO Chapter AN and was a past president. She also enjoyed the friendships she made by participating in local bridge clubs and investments clubs. She volunteered for Meals on Wheels. Pat was very proud of the Lexington community. She was elected to serve on the Lexington School Board from 1976 to 1980. Pat was always an avid supporter of Lexington High School sports. If not in attendance, her handheld transistor radio was right beside her tuned to KRVN. She also loved the Huskers and never missed a televised football or volleyball game. Pat and Doran had many friends. They loved dinners out with them and participated in several dance clubs and supper clubs through the years.
Pat relished in being a grandmother to her nine grandchildren more than anything else. She tried to attend as many of their school and sporting events as possible. Oftentimes, Katy's kids would stop by with their friends between school activities and Pat made many trips to Omaha to stay with Mary or Jeff's kids and attend their events. The grandchildren loved their grandmother’s cooking and always looked forward to the family holiday gatherings knowing all their favorites would be served. Each grandchild has a Beanie Baby collection that would rival the most avid collector, courtesy of Pat.
Pat had a warm smile and a genuine interest in everyone she met that made them feel acknowledged and special. She was a picture of grace and elegance. She will be so dearly missed.
Those left to cherish her memory are Katy and Alan Seberger of Lexington, Mary and Scott Lundgren of Omaha, and Jeff and Mimi Post of Omaha; grandchildren Alison and Andy Keirns, Bridget Seberger, Sam Seberger, Collin and Ainsley Lundgren, Camden and Natalie Lundgren, Connor Lundgren, Macy Lundgren, Siena Gleason, Tag Gleason; great grandchildren Lucas Keirns, Delaney Keirns, Lily Keirns, Brynnly Keirns, Brooks Lundgren; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Gail and Jim Anderson; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Kay Denker, brother-in-law Bill Denker, sister-in-law Pat Evans-Austin, brother-in-law Wilbur Evans, and nephew Dan Evans.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with Reverend Eddie Mariel, officiating. The Service will be live-streamed via lexpresbyterian.com and click the YouTube link.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023, from 4-6 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.
Memorials are kindly suggested to Lexington Community Foundation, First Presbyterian Church, Lexington Regional Health Center, or donor's preference.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
- Maiden Name: Reichert
Edna “Joyce” Rimpley, 88, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, April 28th, 2023, at her home in Littleton, Colorado.
She was born February 24,1935 in Garryowen, MT to Jacob L. Reichert and Elizabeth Wirth Reichert. Having spent most of her life in Lexington, NE she graduated from Lexington High School and married Gordon E. Rimpley and were married for 64 years until passing in 2018.
Joyce was an avid reader and enjoyed many hobbies.
Joyce is survived by her four children, Tim Rimpley of Lexington, Todd and Patty Rimpley of Lexington, Tamara Rimpley of Littleton, Colorado and Teresa Black Rimpley of Lexington; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild; and a brother, Junior L. Reichert of Fountain Valley, California.
A Celebration Of Life Service and Reception will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Eddie Mariel, officiating.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorials can be mailed to the “Lexington Community Foundation” for the Lexington Library in honor of her name; P.O. Box 422.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
Albert Blocher, Jr. 81, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at Plum Creek Healthcare Community in Lexington.
Al was born March 27, 1935, in Sioux City, Iowa to Albert John and Emily (Steidle) Blocher. Al was a 1954 graduate of Lexington High School. He served his country in the United States Army from March of 1956 until his honorable discharge in April of 1959.
Al was united in marriage to Barbara Jackson on May 11, 1958, in Bertrand, Nebraska. The couple were blessed with five children; Steven, Craig, Rodney, Rhonda, and Brenda. Following their marriage, the couple moved several times back and forth from Lexington to Holdrege because of Al's job with the telephone company. They returned to Lexington in 1968 where they made their home ever since.
Al spent his entire career with the U.S. West/Bell Telephone Company, retiring in 1994. He was in Telecommunications. His career included working in splicing, installation, maintenance and design services.
He was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Eagles Club. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and hunting when he was a younger man. The couple loved to park their 5th-wheel trailer at Elwood Reservoir. Family was important to Al, and he enjoyed spending time with them, especially the grandchildren.
Survivors include his children; Steven (Jackie) Blocher of West Point, Nebraska, Brenda (Mark) Bliven of Lexington, Nebraska, Craig (Sandy) Blocher of Lexington, Nebraska, Rodney Blocher of Lexington, Nebraska, and Rhonda (Kirk) Mills of Lexington, Nebraska; thirteen grandchildren; Justin, Andrew, Linsey, Crystal, Matthew, Sean, Christopher, Aaron, Stephanie, Billy, Natalie, Heather, and Shannon; as well as 17 great-grandchildren; also surviving is one sister, Annaliese McCall of York, Nebraska.
Al was preceded in death by his parents, wife Barbara; an infant brother, Thomas; and brother-in-law, Richard McCall.
Funeral Services will be Friday, September 2, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverend Anne Gahn officiating.
Burial with Military Honors will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 1, 2016, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington.
Memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church or the Lexington Volunteer Fire Department.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
- Maiden Name: Biehl
Bernice Pebley, 84, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington.
She was born on September 15, 1936 in Lexington, Nebraska, to Wesley and Else (Rickertsen) Biehl. Bernice received her education from the Lexington Public Schools, graduating from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. She went on to further her education at the Colorado Women’s College in Denver for two years.
She was united in marriage to Phillip R. “Phil” Pebley on December 29, 1957, at the Presbyterian Church in Lexington. Two daughters were blessed to this marriage: Kristi and Lisa. Bernice was a homemaker and kept busy raising her daughters. She was a 4-H Leader and past Deacon at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington, where she was also a member of the Presbyterian Women’s Club.
She enjoyed knitting, sewing, baking and was an avid reader. The couple enjoyed attending the dances at Miller in their younger years.
Survivors include her daughters, Kristi and Lisa Pebley of Lexington; brothers, Jim (Marilyn) Biehl of Lexington and Buss (Carolynn) Biehl of Kearney; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Phil in 2015; nephew, Roger Biehl and great-nephew, Jason Lans.
A Graveside Service will be on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington with Reverend Eddie Mariel, officiating.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.
Memorials are kindly suggested to the First Presbyterian Church or Dawson County 4-H Café.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
Larry E. Pedersen, (84) of North Platte, Nebraska, died December 9, 2020 at his home.
Larry was born September 17, 1936, in Lexington, Nebraska to John and Ruth (Anthony) Pedersen. He attended Dawson County District 22 for the elementary grades and then attended Lexington High School and graduated with the class of 1954.
Following graduation, he volunteered for the draft and was inducted into the U. S. Navy. It was during that time that he met Judith Ann DeVries from Alameda, California. They were united in marriage on September 12, 1958 in Alameda, California and then made their home on the family farm Northwest of Lexington. Three children were born to this union, Deb. Cindy, and Rich.
After farming for 29 years, they liquidated the farm and moved to Arapahoe, Nebraska where Larry served as a salesman and later manager for the John Deere dealership. In 1993 they moved to North Platte, Nebraska where he served as parts manager for the John Deere dealership.
In 2002, Larry retired and began his favorite job, volunteering full time with Habitat for Humanity. Larry always had a passion for serving others and held numerous elected and volunteer positions including serving on the Central Platte Natural Resources District Board of Directors and on the North Platte City Council. He was a lifetime member of the Presbyterian Church (with the exception of the time in Arapahoe) and serve in many positions within the Church.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Dean; three sisters, Ethel, Wilma, and Joan; and great-granddaughter, Faith DeGrote.
Larry is survived by his wife, Judith (Judi) Ann Pedersen, of North Platte, Nebraska; two daughters, Deborah (Dean) DeGrote of Lowell, MI., Cynthia (Don) Curtin of Suwanee GA.; one son, Richard (Colette) Pedersen of Scottsburg, IN., six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Earl Potter of Grand Island, NE.; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church of North Platte, NE and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.
Cremation was chosen. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 14, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Lyle Anderson officiating. Inurnment will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Services will be live steamed on the Adams & Swanson Facebook page for those who are not able to attend. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
- Maiden Name: Schinzel
Betty Jean Schinzel Dilsaver, 83, died May 24, 2019 in Cheyenne, Wyo. She attended high school in Lexington. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 29 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte. Inurnment followed at Fort McPherson Cemetery, Maxwell. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
- Date Posted: 2016-10-16
- Maiden Name: Zabloudil
Evelyn J. Zabloudil, 77, of Kearney, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014 at Mt. Carmel Home Keens Memorial.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, Oct. 20, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at the St. James Catholic Church with Fr. Joe Hannappel and Fr. Tom Mulowney officiating.
Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the St. Ann’s Cemetery in Lexington. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral on Monday morning.
Evelyn was born on March 31, 1937 in Ericson, to Joseph and Emma (Lehecka) Zabloudil. She graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. She then worked at the dental office of Anderson/Batie in Lexington and later as a housekeeper for Father Tom Mulowney and also the St. James Parish in Kearney. She went to work as a Unit Secretary at Good Samaritan Hospital in June of 1980, a position she held until her retirement in 2010. Evelyn was a dedicated member of St. James Catholic church. She enjoyed Nebraska football and volleyball and also attending the Rotary Travelogue. Family was an important part of Evelyn’s life as were her numerous close friends.
Surviving relatives include her niece, Patty (Randy) Blundel of Austin, Texas; nephews, Matt Zabloudil of Lawrence, Kan., and Steven Zabloudil of Memphis, Tenn.; godson, Zach Cunningham; Many dear friends.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Allen Zabloudil.
Memorials are suggested to St. James Catholic Church.
Visit www.hlmkfuneral.com to leave a tribute or message of condolence.
Horner Lieske McBride & Kuhl Funeral and Cremation Services in Kearney are in charge of arrangements.
Ronney Lee Naumann, 81 years of age, of Lexington, died Monday, Oct. 23, 2017 at the Plum Creek Healthcare Community in Lexington.
Celebration of Life Services will be held on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington, with Pastor Rob Kuefner officiating. Interment will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington, following the services.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington.
He was born March 24, 1936 at the family home in Eustis, the third of four children born to Leonard and Esther (Pfeiffer) Naumann. The family lived in Eustis until 1945 until moving to Lexington. Ron received his primary education from Trinity Lutheran Parochial School in Lexington through the eighth grade, and then graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1954.
Following his education, Ron served his country in the United States Naval Reserves for four years, prior to his honorable discharge. He was then employed in Chicago, Ill., where he met Carol Jean Olszewski. On Nov. 2, 1963, they were united in marriage at Chicago, and to this union two daughters were born, Michelle and Lea. The family made their home in Lexington, where Ron was dedicated and passionate about his long career in carpentry. On Dec. 8, 1980 he was preceded in death by his wife, Carol.
On July 6, 1985, he was united in marriage to Sondra K. Orcutt in Lexington. Ron welcomed Sondra’s daughters, Amanda and Ashley into his life, and they blended two families into one. Ron continued to be involved in construction, and was proud of many projects throughout the community. On April 6, 2014 he was preceded in death by his wife, Sondra.
He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, where he served on the Trustee Committee in years past. Ron enjoyed hunting, and had a special way with dogs, especially his hunting dogs throughout the years. His keen sense of humor will always be remembered by his family and friends. His family, especially the grandchildren, always put a smile on his face and hugs were given abundantly by Grandpa.
Ron leaves to celebrate his life, his four daughters, Michelle (Corey) Matis of Omaha, Lea (Matt) Neil of Cozad, Amanda (Kent) Bauer of Lincoln and Ashley (Justin) Childears of North Platte; nine grandchildren, Taylor and Lauren Matis, Lindsey (Caleb) McKeever; Ty Rogers, Nate Neil, Blake and Morgan Bauer and Celie and Ceiden Childears; one great-granddaughter, Leighton McKeever; two sisters: Ladena (Fred) Seger of Maine and Joyce (Dave) Wolfe of Overton; brother-in-law, Ron (Bonnie) Owen of Maui, Hawaii; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Besides his parents and his two wives, Carol and Sondra, Ron was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Cainey Childears; and one sister, Leola German and her husband, Lee.
A memorial has been established in Ron’s honor, and kindly suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington.
Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at www.nelsonbauerfh.com
The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.
- Date Posted: 2016-05-22
- Maiden Name: Westmeyer
Jean M. Benjamin, 80, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016, on her birthday, at Cozad Community Health System.
She was born May 22, 1936, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Arthur and Marie (Buchholz) Westmeyer. She was a lifetime resident of Lexington, graduating from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. She then went on to further her education at Hastings College, graduating in 1958.
She taught school for two years in North Platte, Nebraska.
Jean was married to Wilber “Bill” Benjamin on June 28, 1959, in Lexington. Two children were blessed to this marriage; Rick and Tammy.
Following her teaching, Jean was a stay-at-home mother, and also helped Bill with their farming operation, she also worked at Lee’s Flowers.
In 1995, she went to work in Medical Records at Tri-County Hospital until her retirement.
She loved crafting, for a time she and some friends owned “Bit of Country” crafts. She also enjoyed baking, cooking, and crocheting. Her family was her life, and she absolutely loved spending time with the grandchildren. Jean was a 4-H leader when the kids were young, she was also a member of the Grant Extension Club.
Survivors include her husband; Bill of Lexington, Nebraska; son; Rick (Cindy) Benjamin of Lexington, Nebraska; daughter, Tammy (Randy) Coons of Callaway, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Jessica, Cassy, and Brandi Coons of Callaway, Nebraska, and Darcy and Braydon Benjamin of Lexington, Nebraska; one great-granddaughter, Laela Rae of Lexington, Nebraska.
Preceding Jean in death were her parents; and, one grandson, Chase Benjamin.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, May 26, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor Josh Stibb officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 25, 2016, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington. Memorials are suggested to Central Plains Home Health & Hospice in Cozad, Nebraska.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
- Date Posted: 2007-06-05
Zickie Z. Maloley 70, of Lexington, died Tuesday, June 5, 2007 at Wel-Life at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington. Services will be held (today) Saturday, June 9, at 10:30 a.m. at First Christian Church in Lexington with the Rev. Christopher Morris, officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation was Friday, June 8, with a Trisagion Service that followed, at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include two sons: Mike (Ronda) Maloley of Lexington and Monte (Kami) Maloley of Omaha; two daughters: Michele (Fred) Day of Omaha, Melinda (Jim) Powers of Grand Island; five brothers: Shibble Maloley, Faud (Wanda) Maloley, John (Mary) Maloley and Joe (Linda) Maloley all of Lexington, Nimir (Margaret) Maloley of Kearney; three sisters: Sadie Malooley of Spring Valley, Ill., Leenda (John) LiaKos of Oconto, and Victoria Salem of Kearney; eight grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins.
Zickie was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Andy and Toffie and one sister, Esther.
He was born June 9, 1936, at Lexington, Nebraska, to George N. and Mary (Malooley) Maloley.
Zickie grew up east of Lexington on the Maloley Farm, attended rural school and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. Upon graduation, he began farming with his seven brothers, four cousins, dad and uncle, raising 50 to 60 acres of watermelons, cantaloupes, sweet corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc. They sold produce from Denver to Omaha.
In 1965, they bought the old Red Star Motel on highway 30 west of Lexington, by Deeter's Welding Shop. They turned the office building into a produce and grocery store. They then bought a lot north of the courthouse and built a l5,000 sq. foot grocery store. They also bought the old ice plant where Al's Meat Market was and used this to wholesale their own meat and produce. In 1979, they sold Maloley's IGA and Mr. Z's meats. In 1984, he went to work selling insurance and real estate for Barrett, Housel and Grafton Agency.
Zickie joined the Nebraska National Guard in 1954 and spent eight years until being discharged in 1962. On Jan. 18, 1959, Zickie was married to Bonnie Jean Collicott at Lexington. Four children were blessed to this union, Michele, Michael, Monte and Melinda.
Memorials are suggested to St. George Orthodox Church, the American Heart Association or AseraCare Hospice of Kearney.
- Date Posted: 2007-07-25
Leland K. Zwick, 70, of Albert Lea, Minn., died Wednesday, July 25, 2007, in Osceola, Wis. Services were held Monday, July 30, 2007, at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, Minn. The Rev. Dan Baker officiated. Interment was in Hillcrest Cemetery in Albert Lea, Minn. Military honors were conducted. Bonnerup Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra; two daughters, Andrea (Jeff) Strom and Stephanie (Jason) Bolinger all of Albert Lea, Minn.; grandchildren: Tarrah Hall, Scott, Casey and Savannah Strom; Josie and Ike Bolinger; brother, Richard (Eveline) Zwick of Seward; sisters, Armelda Schreiber of Stockton, Calif. and Betty (Don) Hofferber of Lexington; sisters and brothers-in law: LaVonne (Don) Adams of Lake Mills, Iowa, Daniel (Judy) Hanson of Albert Lea, Minn. Mary (David) Adamson of Burnsville, Minn., Jim (Judy) Hanson of Albert Lea, Minn., Sharon Hanson and Jan Pasmore of Zephyr Hills, Fla., Jerry Hanson of Buffalo, Nancy Poore of Carpentersville, Ill., Paul (Mary) Hanson of Dresser, Wis., Sonja Woolson of Osceola, Wis., Pam (Paul) Jerdee of Albert Lea, Minn. and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Edith Wobig, and her husband Earle and brother-in-law, Floyd Woolson.
He was born on Aug. 7, 1936, in Gresham, to Richard C. and Louise (Abrahams) Zwick. Leland attended school in Buffalo, and then graduated in 1954 from Lexington High School. He worked at Jack and Jill store in Lexington during high school and after until he joined the Air Force. He served our country in the U.S. Air Force from June of 1957 until his honorable discharge in December of 1960. When he returned from the service, he began working for Nash Finch, and then in the 60s he became manager of Cut Low Grocery in Albert Lea, Minn. It was here that he met Sandra Hanson, whom he married on April 11, 1970. He then worked at Barmore Drug in Lexington, and later at Drug Supply Co., L.S. Sorem and Key Sales, in Albert Lea, Minn., retiring from full-time work in 1998. In his retirement, he began working at the rest stop in Interstate 35 near the Iowa border. He was a member of the Elks, Eagles and American Legion.
obituary obtained from Lexington Clipper-Herald online
- Date Posted: 2007-10-29
- Maiden Name: Fagot
Mary Jane Pesha, 70, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Monday, October 29, 2007, at her home in Lexington.
She was born March 28, 1937, at Lexington, Nebraska, to Ralph Dwight and Matilda Clementine (Welter) Fagot. Jane grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. Following graduation, Jane went to work at the ASCS office in Lexington until she was united in marriage to Jerry Pesha. The couple were married February 23, 1963, at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington. They were blessed with four girls; Pam, Kim, Vickie and Teri.
Jane stayed home and raised the girls until Teri was in kindergarten and then went to work for Nebraska Natural Gas. She worked there until retiring in 1994. She was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church and the Altar Circle. She enjoyed her involvement in the church and helped fold bulletins for many years. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary as well as the Lexington Jaycees. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, jumble puzzles, traveling, playing cards, and Yahtzee. She really loved having coffee with her friends and spending time with her daughters and their families.
Survivors include four daughters: Pam (Rod) Schmidt of Wichita, Kansas, Kim (Andy) Doering of Lyons, Colorado, Vickie Stadler of Holdrege, Nebraska, Teri (Scott) Wayman of Lincoln, Nebraska. One brother: Leo Fagot of Lexington, Nebraska. Two sisters: Clementine King of Lexington, Nebraska Veronica (Ted) Scholl of Kearney, Nebraska. Nine grandchildren: Jordynn & Jerrod Schmidt; Maddie & Piper Doering; Nicholas & Mikayla Stadler and Tyler, Avery & Jake Wayman. Two sisters-in-law: Beth Clemans of Grand Island, Nebraska Charlene Nott of Arapahoe, Nebraska. One brother-in-law: Tom Pesha of Grand Island, Nebraska.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry; two brothers, Ralph and Dwight and two sisters, Virginia and Bernadette.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, November 2, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with Reverend Paul Colling officiating. Burial will be in St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 1, 2007, from 4-6 p.m. with Wake/Rosary Service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Memorials are suggested to Tri-County Hospital Hospice or the Donor's choice. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.
- Date Posted: 2009-04-11
- Maiden Name: Brucker
Beverley A. Rickerson, 72, of Kearney, died at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney on Saturday, April 11, 2009. There will be no services. Her body will be cremated.
Survivors include her mother, Opal Brucker of Lexington; daughter Vickie Cochran of Lexington; sons, Loren Dean Franks and Bradley Franks of Kearney; daughter Nancy (Mike) Gowlovech of Bel Aire, Kan.; a stepdaughter, Dee Neal of Thedford and four grandchildren.
She was born April 24, 1936 to Charles & Opal (Novotny) Brucker in Marysville, Kan. She graduated from Lexington High School in 1954 and was also a graduate of LPN School. She married Harry Franks in 1955. They were later divorced. She worked as a nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital.
O'Brien-Straatmann Funeral Home in Kearney is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be submitted at www.osafh.com
- Date Posted: 2011-06-10
Memorial Services for Roger L. Bauer will be conducted from the Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington, Nebraska on Friday, June 10, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor John Shields, officiating. A private family interment will be held at the Overton Cemetery at Overton, Nebraska prior to the Memorial Service.
Roger Lee Bauer, 74 years of age, of Overton, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2011 at his home in Overton. Roger was born April 23, 1937 at Lexington, Nebraska, the third of thirteen children born to Alexander and Wilma Marie (Wiles) Bauer. He received his primary education through the eighth grade at the North 17 District School and then graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1954. He then pursued higher education at the Pueblo Business College in Pueblo, Colorado. Following his education, Roger served his country in the United States National Guards for six years, and was honorably discharged at the rank of Staff Sergeant.
On December 27, 1959 he was united in marriage to Alyce M. McElhinny at Overton and to this union two children were born: Barry and Barb. The family made their home west of Overton. Roger owned and managed Farm and Home Services, a farm and feed supply store in Lexington for twenty-seven years. He also owned and managed Bauer Grain Elevator for five years. Throughout the years, he also farmed on the side and raised cattle and hogs. He was an investor in Centennial Swine south of Lexington. After retirement from Farm and Home Services, Roger enjoyed six years of employment at Husker-Ag John Deere at Lexington in equipment sales.
He thoroughly enjoyed giving back to his community and county, and made many friendship bonds throughout his years of service. Roger was influential in the "Our Family Highway 30 Beautification Project." His involvement in various organizations included: leader of the Overton Raiders 4-H horse club for nine years, leader of the First Time Cub Scout Pack, served on the Dawson County Extension Board, Captain of the Dawson County Plum Creekers Drill Team from 1970 – 1971, member of the Masonic Lodge and the Tri-County Shrine Club, served as a Board Member of the Dawson County Historical Society, and was honored to serve as a Dawson County Commissioner from 1994 until 2010. He was also a member of the Overton Christian Church.
Most of all, Roger loved the time spent with his family and grandchildren on weekends at their lake cabin on the southwest edge of Overton. He enjoyed following his grandsons in wrestling and basketball, and loved listening to his granddaughters in their musicals. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; and father-in-law and mother-in-law: Carl and Dee McElhinny; brother-in-law, Ken Strickland; sister-in-law, Cathy Bauer and niece, Linda Thomsen.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 51 years, Alyce; son, Barry Bauer and his wife, Laurie of Overton; daughter, Barb Krueger and her husband, Paul of Bladen, Nebraska; six grandchildren: Madysen and her husband, Daniel, Sam, Jalisa, Jared, Will and Mitch; six brothers: Donald Bauer and his wife, Bonnie of Cozad, Nebraska, Larry Bauer and his wife, Joyce of Lexington, James Bauer and his wife, Carol of Cozad, Thomas Bauer of Farnam, Nebraska, Steven Bauer and his wife, Carol of Eddyville, Nebraska, and Michael Bauer of Bailey, Colorado; six sisters: Phyllis Robinson and her husband, Archie of Holdrege, Beverly Tomasek and her husband, Dale of Omaha, Nebraska, Mary Bauer of Littleton, Colorado, Julia Tucker of Lee Summit, Missouri, Dorothy Larson and her husband, Fred of Loveland, Colorado, and Marilyn Stephens of Englewood, Colorado; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family on the McElhinny side and other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2011 at the Parkview Baptist Church at 803 West 18th in Lexington from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. A memorial has been established in his memory and will be designated at a later date. Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at www.nelsonbauerfh.com The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.
