From Lincoln, Nebraska Born on April 8, 1939. Passed away on December 27, 2018. Private family gathering at a later date.
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.
Bartell, Merlin W. 11/28/44-12/20/18 He is survived by his wife Marlene. Children: Micah Bartell Leander TX, Cheryl (Jacob) Widhalm Lincoln NE, Aaron Bartell Lincoln NE. Grandchildren: Bryson, Shea, Shelby, Kelson, Jameson and Aislynn. Brothers: George (Jeanne) Bartell Des Plaines IL, Eugene (Karen) Bartell Baltimore MD, John (Sherrie) Bartell Sutton NE and sisters-in-law Elizabeth Bartell Sutton NE. Nieces and nephews. Merlin was preceded in death by his parents and brother Thomas Bartell. The family thanks the HoriSun Hospice team of Dr Bleicher, the nurses, assistants & social workers for their excellent care & assistance. No service.
Promoted to heaven after a brief illness of pancreatic cancer. Merlin was born in Red Wing MN to Rev. George and Lola (Smith) Bartell. He spent his boyhood in Fredericksburg IA. He was a graduate of Sutton NE high school, UNL and was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. On December 21, 1974 he married Marlene A Hennings in Omaha NE. He retired from Lincoln City Libraries. Merlin was an avid student of the Bible and from the age of 28 he looked forward to his soon coming Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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.
From Lincoln, Nebraska Born on May 28, 1932. Passed away on December 6, 2018. Service in the future.
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.
David Brooks was a chemistry and technology teacher. He pioneered at the introduction of technologies such as television, precursors to PowerPoint, the World Wide Web, and computer-assisted instruction during traditional teaching. He was among the first in the world to offer courses that were entirely Web-based. He taught thousands of college undergraduate students, dozens of Masters students, and mentored almost 40 graduate students through to doctoral degrees. Although not a world traveler, Dave was proud that he had spent at least one full day in each of the 50 states. “Each state has something beautiful.” He thoroughly enjoyed driving around the US. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Eileen Lizabeth. He is survived by Helen, his wife of 54 years, brother Michael, son Gregory Daniel, and two grandsons. Cremation. No services. In lieu of gifts or flowers, please consider a blood donation. If that isn’t possible, please encourage others to donate.
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.
Craig Allen Burklund, 49, of Osceola passed away on November 13, 2018. Graduate of Geneva High School in 1987. Preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Survived by his best friend, his dog Buddy of 16 years, loving brothers and sisters, brother-in-law, niece, and many friends. The family would like to thank everyone who made Craig’s life fulfilling. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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.