- Date Posted: 2012-07-30
Keith Russell Schwarz, 74, of Arapahoe, Nebraska, passed away Monday, July 30, 2012, in a semi-truck accident near Loomis, Nebraska.
He was born January 16, 1938, in Smithfield, Nebraska to Frank and Dorothy (Woodside) Schwarz. Keith was a 1956 graduate of Lexington High School.
He served his Country in the United States Navy from May 24, 1957, until being Honorably discharged on February 21, 1961.
He was united in marriage to Shelby Parks on August 17, 1957, at Lexington, Nebraska. The marriage ended in divorce and he then married Cindy Vrbas on April 16, 1988, in Phoenix, Arizona. Keith and Cindy moved to Arapahoe in 2005.
Keith's working years were as diverse in occupation as was his fun-loving spirit. He worked on a chicken farm, bowling alley, attended Barber School in Lincoln, Nebraska and worked as a barber for several years, he sold insurance for Banker's Life, and was an accountant for Schwarz Brothers Construction and AmericaWest Airlines. After his so-called retirement, he drove semi for RSK Trucking hauling corn.
Keith had a heart of gold and loved his large family very much. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, playing cards, playing in the family band The Country Lads, and telling jokes. Some of his favorite times were spent on the "all boy" annual camping trip with his sons and grandsons. He will be truly missed.
Keith was a member of St. Germanus Catholic Church in Arapahoe.
Survivors include his wife: Cindy Schwarz of Arapahoe, Nebraska, Children and spouses: Rick (Amy) Schwarz of Lincoln, NE; Sandy Schwarz of Topeka, KS; Dan (Berni) Schwarz of Bertrand, NE; Carm (John) Anders of Bertrand, NE; Scott (Stacie) Schwarz of Bertrand, NE; Russ (Gina) Schwarz of Omaha, NE; Amber (James) Bridges of Phoenix, AZ; and Stacy (Arnold) Diaz of Greenwood, MO. Brothers and Sisters: Martin "Mike" Schwarz of Lexington, NE; Kenny (Shirley) Schwarz of Elwood, NE; Eugene (Nancy) Schwarz of Ft. Collins, CO; Carl Schwarz of Lexington, NE; Martha (Wally) Hubbard of Lexington, NE; and Alice Wenburg of Lexington, NE. Sisters-in-law: Helen Schwarz of Lexington, NE; Phyllis Schwarz of Ft. Collins, CO, and Judy Schwarz of Lexington, NE. Twenty-eight, grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Raymond, Harry and Bob; sisters-in-law, Sandra Schwarz and brother-in-law, Floyd Wenburg.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, August 3, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverends Robert Barnhill and Neal Nollette, con-celebrating. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 2, 2012, from 3-5 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Wake Service to follow at 7:00 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the Donor's Choice.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Please forward online condolences to the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
- Date Posted: 2013-09-21
- Maiden Name: Phillippi
Janice Ann Phillippi Gulden, age 74, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away peacefully September 21, 2013, at her daughter's home in Ogallala, surrounded by her eternal family.
Janice was born January 10, 1939, in Lexington to Leslie I. and Esther L. (Passage) Phillippi of Smithfield, Nebraska; she was the third of five children. Her childhood was happy and filled with love.
She attended a rural school near their farm house in Gosper County, attended fifth grade in Smithfield, then attended the Lutheran Parochial School for grades 6, 7, & 8 in Lexington. She graduated from Lexington High School in 1956.
Following her graduation, she worked as a nurse's aide, waitress at the Cornland Hotel and then worked for Northwestern Bell Telephone at the Lexington office.
She married Darryn W. Gulden of Lexington on June 22, 1958. Four daughters were blessed to this happy union: Pam, Kristy, Robin and Penny.
Being a wife and mother was central to Janice's life. She was a constant example of Christ, especially evident in the nurturing of her husband, daughters and their spouses, her grandchildren, friends and relatives.
Her devotion to her husband was apparent to those who knew her best. She shared many things with him including farming, gardening, canning, traveling, cooking, sewing & knitting, hunting, fishing, and crafts.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Lexington and most recently, following her relocation to Ogallala, was active in the United Methodist Church at Ogallala.
She was involved in Hospice, Relay for Life, Deacon, a Sunday School teacher, Prayer Shawl group, Reach for Recovery, Regular Bunko group member, UMC Circle, numerous Bible studies, babysitting four of her favorite kids; Andrea, Aaron, Joseph, and Whitney, and together, with her husband, was her grandchildren's biggest fans to all activities and endeavors.
Janice's legacy will be best remembered in her fight with breast cancer in the 80's. She aided research by volunteering to become a bone marrow transplant recipient in its infant stages – before stem cell research advanced. She continued to contribute research in the long-term study (ies) of its effects. She was one of a minority number of breast cancer victims to survive the procedure during that period of research; science and Faith afforded her twenty-seven years of quality life following her initial diagnosis. She has since been an advocate for a cure to breast cancer through her active involvement in Reach for Recovery and Relay for Life. Above all, she was an inspiration to many facing a similar challenge.
Survivors include her four daughters and their husbands; Pam (Mike) Abbott of Ogallala, Nebraska, Kristy (Jerry) Acton of Firth, Nebraska; Robin (Rod) Ford of Bertrand, Nebraska; and, Penny (Shayne) Hite of Grant, Nebraska; two brothers, Boyd (JoAnn) Phillippi of Cozad, Nebraska; and, Robert (Beverly) Phillippi of Johnson Lake, Nebraska; one sister, Veronica (Darrel) LaVene of Bertrand, Nebraska; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy (the late Don) Phillippi of Elwood Reservoir, and, Carolyn (Leon) Malzahn of Johnson Lake; an aunt by marriage; Eva Kirkpatrick of Lexington, Nebraska; nine grandchildren; Harrison, Maggie and Emily Abbott, Nathan and Courtney Acton, Philip Ford, MacKenzie, Quinton, and Triston Hite; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Janice was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a brother, father and mother-in-law, and one granddaughter.
Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with Reverend Caroline Vickery officiating.
Interment will be held prior at 9:30 a.m. in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. All are welcome to attend.
Visitation will be held Monday, September 23, 2013, from 5-8 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington.
Memorials are suggested to UNMC Cancer Research Support Fund, your local Hospice or the Donor's Choice.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
- Date Posted: 2014-08-09
- Maiden Name: Renken
Karline Kay Renken, 76, of Overton, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2014, at her home in Overton.
She was born September 23, 1938, in Lexington, Nebraska to Conrad and Allie (Kugler) Renken.
Kay attended school in Lexington, graduating with the class of 1956. She worked many years as an Avon Representative, a job she dearly loved as she was able to visit with her many customers. She also worked at Burns Brothers Truck Stop at Overton, Casey's General Store and Wal-Mart in Lexington.
She enjoyed talking with people and loved animals, especially cats, and was always taking care of a bunch of them. She was a great story-teller. Kay was quite the character and had a one-of-a-kind personality. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends.
Kay is survived by one brother; Tom (Brenda) Renken of Lexington, Nebraska; niece, Sarah (Dan) Neben of Bertrand, Nebraska; nephew, Mike (Lara) Renken of Bellevue, Nebraska; grand-nephews; Brian, Jordan, and Evan Neben; and, grand-nieces, Sydney and Maria Neben; as well as many cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
The family has chosen cremation.
A Memorial Service will be held Monday, August 18, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington.
Register Book signing and visiting with the family will be held Sunday, August 17, 2014, from 2-4 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel.
Inurnment will be held prior to the memorial service in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.
Memorials are requested, in lieu of flowers please, to the First United Methodist Church or the Donor's Choice.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
