Brian D. Burkey
Born on May 26, 1958. Passed away on February 7, 2023. No service will be held. To leave a condolence please use the form below.
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.
Michael J. Benson
Michael John Benson, 62, passed away January 19, 2023. Mike was born July 24, 1960, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He grew up in Omaha and graduated from Omaha Tech High School in 1979. Mike was very mechanically inclined and loved learning from his grandfather who owned a gas station in Wahoo. Mike became a certified auto mechanic and developed a lifelong love for anything cars. Mike helped many people with anything they needed fixed. Mike had a variety of jobs throughout his life. Always a hard worker. Later in life Mike graduated from Creighton University with a degree in mainframe programing. He worked at Experian for many years. He retired as a list broker four years ago after his health issues began. Mike was married Pam Vogler and they raised two sons Dylan and Dalton. Mike married Jenni Benson in 2014. Mike loved to BBQ and smoke meats. While he traveled extensively with Jenni, they would always try new BBQ places. Mike loved going places with Jenni and meeting new people. They spent 10 days last May driving 3,200 miles to Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Mike was a learner. He loved the Discovery and History channels, soaking it all in. If he didn’t know how to fix something he would learn how. Mike also loved boating and was thrilled to spend time on the lake with the family. Mike was loved by so many people. He had a giving heart and would help anyone he could. Mike is survived by his wife Jenni. Two sons, Dylan, and Dalton. His mother Cindy. Three sisters, Terri, Cheryl, and Renee. One brother, Bobby. Three stepdaughters, Sarah (Brian), Joy (Ethan), and Jannah (Yannick). One stepson, Jacob (Naomi). Step-mother-in-law, LaRae. 10 Grandchildren, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. Mike was proceeded in death by his fathers, Ray Benson and James Smith. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, January 24th at 1:30 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 1200 S. 40th St., in Lincoln. Reception after the service at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials suggested to the NSEA Children’s Fund. Join the family to share stories and a drink at Misty’s in Havelock after the reception. To leave a condolence please use the form below.
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.
James Henry Bothe
James H. Bothe (81) was called to the Lord (Thursday) (12/29/22). Born September 19, 1941, to Henry B. Bothe and Josephine (Messersmith) Bothe in Lindsay Nebraska. He graduated from Saint Bonaventure (now Scotus) High School in 1959 in Columbus, Ne. He received his A. A. degree in 1961 from Norfolk Junior College (now Northeast Community College), his B. S. in History from Omaha University (now UNO) in 1964, his M.S. degree in Remedial Reading from UNO in 1968 and his M.S. degree in Elementary Administration in 1974 from UNO. He began his teaching career in 1961 as the 4th grade teacher at St. Pius X grade school in Omaha. He then taught in the special education department at Technical High School, Omaha, and was the first teacher ever for the Individualized Study Center in Omaha. In Columbus he was a special reading teacher under the Title I program in the Columbus Schools and later became the first lay principal of Saint Bonaventure Elementary School in Columbus for 3 years; bringing the school into full compliance with Nebraska State accreditation guidelines during his first year. He was likewise involved in part-time teaching at UNO, adult education night school, summer school Job Corps, Extended Day Program, Omaha Central Reading Clinic and as a counselor for the Neighborhood Youth Program, all in Omaha. He was involved in the family business for a number of years before entering the advertising sales industry; working at KTTT radio in Columbus, KLMS radio in Lincoln and Chris Abercrombie & Associates Advertising Agency in Lincoln. He joined Cable Vision advertising sales in 1983 and then became the regional advertising sales manager for Cable Vision and later Time Warner Cable from 1984/1998. In 1999 he left Time Warner and returned to his love of teaching, at St. John’s Elementary School in Lincoln. On June 1, 1963, he married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie M. Brooks, in Columbus. They had 2 sons, Gregory J. Bothe and Troy T. Bothe. He loved all sports, reading, woodworking and the outdoors. He was a dedicated and active member in his 12-step program for over 40 years, where he served on numerous committees and on the Central Office Board of in Lincoln, and enjoyed his new life “one day at a time”. He was an Honorary Lifetime Member of the Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree and a member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. He served on the Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree initiation team throughout the state of Nebraska for a number of years, and held various offices in that organization. Survivors: wife, Bonnie; son, Gregory J. Bothe of Lincoln, son, Troy T. Bothe of Lincoln; 7 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren. Sisters: Mary, Mrs. Jim Beller, Columbus NE, Donna, Mrs. Ray Barton, Wahoo, NE, Susan, Mrs. Bob Placke, Kearney, NE. Many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father & mother, Henry and Josephine Bothe. Columbus. Sister, JoAnn, Mrs. Jim Roberts, St. Edward, NE Services will be held on April 22, 2023 at North American Martyrs Catholic Church, 1101 Isaac Drive, Lincoln, NE at 1 O’clock. Following with a Celebration of life. Memorials: Valley Hope of O’Neill, 1421 N 10th St. O’Neill, NE 68763 or Lincoln AA Central Office. 2748 S. St. Suite AA Lincoln, NE 68503 To leave a condolence please use the form below.
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.
Charles Bolus Jr.
From Lincoln, Nebraska. Born on January 20, 1927. Passed away on December 21, 2022. No service at this time. To leave a condolence please use the form below.
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.
John Turney Buchanan
May 30, 1927 – December 17, 2022
Lincoln, Nebraska – John T (Buck) Buchanan died December 17, 2022. He grew up in Omaha NE and attended Central High. At 17 Buck enlisted in the US Navy where he served as an Aviation Machinist’s Mate during WWII. Following his service, he graduated with both a bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Omaha University, now UNO. For 35 years Buck owned and managed RENZE Display Co. which is still owned by the Buchanan family. Besides his love of family, his passion was focused on his love of Automobiles, Aviation, and History.
Preceding in death was Buck’s wife of 62 years Kathryn and oldest son Bruce.
He is survived by his 2nd wife Genny, Bruce’s wife Linda, daughter Mary Mach (Keith), and son Douglas (Dawn) nine grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life service will be held in the spring. The family asks that donations are sent to the Commemorative Air Force Museum at 2012 N Greenfield Rd. Mesa AZ 85215.
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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.
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