Elisabeth “Liz” Merey Pompeo
Elisabeth “Liz” Merey Pompeo
September 21, 1934-February 16, 2018
Liz lived a beautiful life and touched the hearts and souls of many. She had many careers – as a dancer and dance teacher, a waitress, a Yoga instructor, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a friend. She led her life with grace, compassion and love.
Elisabeth is survived by her daughter, Catherine Pompeo, Lincoln, NE, son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Vicki Pompeo, Belton, MO. She was Nanny to her grandchildren, Jessica Wernsing and Coty Ortega, Kristian Jordan, Laurel and Eric Ybarra, all of Lincoln, Sarah Meyers, Dewitt, NE, Erika Morlan, Kansas City, MO and Monica and Michael Riedesel of San Diego, CA. and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie Merey and Carl Merey, and her sisters, Ethel Jean Woofter and Jessica Ann Merey.
A Celebration of Life was held at Lincoln Yoga Center in Lincoln NE on March 17, 2018 from 2 to 6 p.m. Optional yoga classes was held. Please consider a donation to Veterans Yoga Project (www.veteransyogaproject.org) in lieu of flowers.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Condolences for Elisabeth “Liz” Merey Pompeo
Yes, beautiful woman, beautiful family. We’re sorry for your loss.
I am sorry to hear this news. Liz was my first yoga teacher in 2013 and set me on the right path. She was kind, outgoing, and curious. I would drive her to class and back at Prairie Life when she couldn’t drive, and we would have good talks. I am so glad I got to know her then. I was thinking of her just a couple weeks ago, as these things go, and wish I had been able to see her. My condolences and compassionate thoughts and prayers.
Liz was a lovely person & neighbor. I miss our walks through the park!
We are so saddened to hear of Liz’s passing. We knew Liz when she first lived in Cook. She was our yoga instructor and a dance instructor to our daughter. Very sweet, thoughtful and humorous lady.
I have been searching for Liz for many years. She was my dance teacher, boss at the Dance Shoppe, choreographer, friend and inspiration. Many times when I felt that no one believed in me, Liz would have a wonderful story of trials and tribulations which she had encountered and over come.
The world is a better place for Liz having been here. I am blessed to have called her teacher and friend.