- Date Posted: 2009-10-19
- Maiden Name: Wissbaum
Evelyn M. Hofferber, 86, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Monday, October 19, 2009, at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington.
She was born May 12, 1923, at Overton, Nebraska to John and Nellie (Reynolds) Wissbaum. Evelyn was a 1941 graduate of Lexington High School and went on to further her education at the University of Nebraska. After college she moved to Grand Island to work at the Munitions Plant and then moved to Denver for a short time. Upon her return to Nebraska, she was united in marriage to William G. Hofferber on March 16, 1949 at Lincoln, Nebraska. Three daughters were blessed to this marriage; Linda, Janet and Lori.
Evelyn did not work outside the home until her youngest daughter went to college. She then worked for Westside Care Home and the Lexington public schools in the Dietary departments.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church where she was active in United Methodist Women, taught Sunday school and active in circle. She was also active in 4-H when the girls were younger and the Golden Hours Extension Club.
Evelyn was always active and very social. She enjoyed quilting, reading, traveling, playing cards, crossword puzzles, and playing Scrabble. An excellent cook, Evelyn and Bill's home was the hub of many family gatherings and she would beat the socks off anyone playing cards! She will be so very missed by her loving family and friends.
Survivors include her daughters: Linda (Don) Anthony of Lexington, Janet (Norman) Nott of Grand Island, Lori (Kim) Kitzing of Gothenburg, Nebraska. Nine grandchildren: Phillip (Stephanie) Anthony of Hudson, Wisconsin; Kirsten (Andy) Trachsel of Athens, Ohio; David Anthony of Lincoln, Nebraska; Christine Nott of Omaha, Nebraska; Kyle Nott of Cairo, Nebraska; Kari (Cory) Williams of Boston, Massachusetts; Andrew (fiancé Lori Lepelletier) Kitzing of Berkeley, California; Amy Kitzing of Marysville, Kansas and Adam Kitzing of Lincoln, Nebraska. Three great-grandchildren: Karoline & William Anthony of Hudson, Wisconsin & Andersen Trachsel of Athens, Ohio. One sister-in-law: Dorothy Baradics of Clearwater, Florida. Evelyn's best friend: JoAnn Small of Lexington, Nebraska. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill; two brothers-in-law, Joe Baradics and Jay Smith and one sister-in-law, Gladys Smith.
Memorial Services will be Thursday, October 22, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverend Todd Karges, Reverend Stephanie Anthony and Andrew Kitzing officiating.
Burial will be held prior to the Memorial Service at Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 21, 2009, from 4-6 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska.
Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the Dawson County 4-H Foundation.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to: www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
- Date Posted: 2011-06-03
Marvin A. Bogner, 88, of Kearney, Nebraska, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, died Friday June 3, 2011, at Grand Island Veterans Home in Grand Island, Nebraska.
He was born December 2, 1922, in Central City, Nebraska, to Emil and Marie (Schinstock) Bogner. At 5 years old the family moved to Lexington. Marvin graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1941.
On January 4, 1944, he joined the United States Army, serving in World War II and the European Theater operation. He was honorably discharged on April 22, 1946.
On April 7, 1947, in a double wedding ceremony with his sister Joan and Emmett Dustin, he married Winona Forster in Lexington, Nebraska. The couple was blessed with two sons, James and Marlin, and one daughter Kristie.
The family made their home in Lexington where Marvin was an auto parts salesman for Midway Supply for nearly 40 years. They moved to Kearney in 2000. Marvin enjoyed being with his family and friends and was an avid golfer. He was a member of the Overton Golf course and after moving to Kearney a member of Buffalo Ridge Golf Course. He was also a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington and later St. James Catholic Church in Kearney, Knights of Columbus, VFW, American Legion, and the Elks Club.
Survivors include his wife of over 60 years, Winona. Sons: James and wife Jeanne Bogner of Kearney, Ne., Marlin and wife Lori Bogner of Kearney, NE Daughter: Kristie Bogner of Lincoln, NE; Sister: Joan Dustin of Lincoln, Ne; Grandchildren: Joni and husband John Fleck, Jeff Bogner and special friend Rene Jones, Cindy and husband Brock Rowatt, Dave Bogner, and Lee and wife Amber Foster. Along with seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mass of Christian burial will be Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at 10:30 a.m., at St. James Catholic Church in Kearney, Ne, with Father Joseph Hannappel, officiating. Burial with military honors will be at 2:30 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery in Lexington, Nebraska. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 7, 2011 from 6-7 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Kearney, Nebraska with Rosary and Wake service at 7 p.m. Memorials are kindly suggested to Tabitha Hospice or America Alzheimer's Association. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements. Please direct online condolences to the family through: www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
- Date Posted: 2012-01-02
- Maiden Name: Brandenburg
Lydia (Brandenburg) McKee passed away January 2, 2012.
- Date Posted: 2013-08-24
- Maiden Name: Ward
Darlene Marie Buchholz, 90, of Lexington, died Saturday morning, Aug. 24, 2013, at Tabitha Greenhouse Care Facility in Lincoln after a courageous battle with congestive heart disease.
Graveside Services will be on Wednesday, Aug.28, 2013, at 9 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington with the Reverend Caroline Vickery officiating
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.
Darlene was born March 4, 1923 to Marie (Meyer) and Charles Clifford Ward in Gosper County. She was an only child who took pleasure in doing the farm chores with her family. She especially loved taking care of the animals and feeding the chickens was her favorite task. After her morning chores, she enjoyed riding her black pony to the local country schools, eventually graduating from Lexington High School.
Shortly after graduation, she accepted a job that took her from the farmlands of Nebraska to the city life in California. She met and married her first husband, James Roberts, who was a member of the Armed Forces and after a few short years of marriage he passed away from cancer. She was then united in marriage to Howard Glenn Buchholz and they were blessed with two sons, Charles in 1950 and David in 1955. Family was always important to Darlene and she consistently strived to help others in many different ways. She eventually assisted her aging parents by providing home care and helped manage the family farm.
She was always looking for ways to help people and enjoyed her time working at the Grand Generation Center and the Green Thumb program in Lexington. She was an active member in the local VFW and received an award from them in 2012. After moving to Lincoln, Darlene took time for many hobbies and activities. If she wasn't doing her word-find puzzles, you could find her coloring or painting items to give her friends and family. Her love of animals was always present. She enjoyed watching the birds in the trees outside her window and playing with her family dogs.
Darlene is survived by her two sons, Chuck of Lincoln and David of Cozad, along with her grandchildren, Amanda and Philip with wife Jessica and Krista and Jacob.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cliff and Marie; first husband, Jim and second husband, Howard Glenn 'Buck.'
Please share online condolences with the family through reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Memorials are suggested to the Lexington Grand Generation Center
- Date Posted: 2014-03-29
Clarence (Charlie) Fagot died at home, surrounded by his family, March 29, 2014, at the age of 91.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Francis Church by the Reverend Monsignor Michael Braun. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Bakersfield.
One of ten children, he was born in Lexington, Feb. 19, 1923, to Olga and Clay Fagot. After graduating from high school in 1941 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving his country proudly during WWII. He was decorated for service in several campaigns in the Pacific theatre. Upon his honorable discharge in 1945, he began what was to become a 43-year career in the oil industry, beginning in Ventura, Calif., where he was employed by Associated/Tidewater Oil Company. In 1963 he relocated his family to Taft, Calif., taking a promotion with Getty/Texaco/Chevron Oil Company. While in Taft he was also affiliated with Sierra Realty and was a member of the Realtors Association. He loved working with his hands and enjoyed fixing anything that needed repairing. He also loved spending time at the family cabin in the Alta Sierra mountains. We will remember Dad by his unshakable and enduring faith in God, his strong work ethic, and his devotion to his family.
He is survived by his four children, Jeff Fagot of Irvine, Calif., Susan Babcock of Atascadero, Debbie (Jon) Williams, Steve (Vicki) Fagot, all of Bakersfield; cherished grandchildren, Stacey (Clint) Blauser, Port Washington, Wis., Andrew Hurst, Curtis Fagot, and Ashley Fagot, all of Bakersfield; great-grandson, Domenic Blauser. He is also survived by his two sisters, Rose (Pete) Kaps and Floralee Ourada; sister-in-law, Anita Fagot of Lexington, and over 50 nieces and nephews. Dad was the "Kingfish" of the Fagot family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, one sister, daughter-in-law, Jo Hemingway, and son-in-law, Randy Babcock.
Memorials are suggested to Hospice at 1675 Chester Ave., Ste. 401, Bakersfield, CA 93301, website, www.optimalhospicefoundation.com
