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“S.D.” Sterling Barrett
SD (Sterling Duane) Barrett – born February 25, 1925 to Stella (Vaughn) Barrett and Guy Albert Barrett passed in his sleep on August 15, 2018. He is survived by 3 children Deborah Richards, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Patrick Barrett, 4 granddaughters, 1 grandson, 1 step granddaughter, and 1 great granddaughter. He was proceeded in death by his wife Lenora Irene (Cole) Barrett. SD grew up and lived most of his life in Dix NE. After graduating from Dix High School during WWII, he volunteered to join the army in June 1943. He attended boot camp in Colorado and California. After bootcamp he spent a period of time in New York before traveling to England to prepare for landing in France on July 14,1944. Between January 8 & 14, 1945 he was wounded by German artillery fire. In a letter home to his parent’s dated January 20, 1945 he had spent 145 days on the front line with 14 days in combat before being shot (wounded). At the completion of the war in the European theatre he was honorably discharged from the US Army and received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He attended Kearney State College before returning to Dix to become postmaster. He married Lenora Irene Cole and they spent their lives together in Dix before moving to Lincoln in their later years to live closer to their son and youngest grandchildren. SD enjoyed cars, hunting, wood work (making sawdust), playing BINGO, watching reality TV, and occasionally would dance to lively music. His long stories and tall tales will be missed by all. Military Honors Funeral at Arlington National Cemetery on May 30, 2019 at 2:00 PM.
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.
Jean Bernice Bennett
Born on November 11, 1930. Passed away on August 12, 2018. Private service.
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.
Jimmy (Barney) Lee Barnett
Jimmy Lee Barnett, 60, passed away July 12, 2018 in Lincoln Nebraska surrounded by people who loved him. He was born on August 1, 1957 in Crete NE to Bob and Arlene Barnett. Barney was known for his loud contagious laugh, his love for cooking, and entertaining others. He enjoyed bowling in leagues, and fishing. Most of all, Barney loved going on long trips across the country on his motorcycle. He is survived by his daughters Kelley (Tom) Staber , Katie Nungesser , Molly (Joshua) Barnett; four grandchildren Logan, Brody, Clare, and Addie; brother Jerry Barnett; sister Brenda (Dave) Kubicek; Aunt Bonnie Krueger; nieces and nephews Joy, Kaleb, Tyler, Megan, and Landon; and countless friends. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Bob and Arlene Barnett, brother Mike Barnett, and son Jimmy (JR) Barnett. Barney’s wish was to be cremated friends and family are welcome to join the celebration of life from 4-7 pm on August 26th, 2018 at Rosie’s Bar and Grill 1501 Center Park Road Lincoln, NE 68512. Condolences may be left at www.aspenaftercare.com.
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.
Donna (Doodlebug) Marie Hillgren Beethe
Donna (Doodlebug) Marie Hillgren Beethe; Born March 21, 1952; passed from this earth June 13, 2018 at the age of 66 after a lengthy illness at the Lancaster Rehab Manor. Donna was one of a kind, a down to earth person who would tell you straight out how it was. When you needed a rock she was the one you would turned to. Donna’s smile brightens any room. Her eyes sparkled every time she would laugh. Her favorite pass time was going to the casinos or playing keno at Denton making friends everywhere she went. Love for oldies brought her to love Elvis music so much. For a couple years, she held Elvis concerts in the neighborhood. The family home is filled with Elvis, John Wayne and eagle statues and pictures but most of all lots of love for family. Anyone who entered her doors instantly became a friend. She will be so missed. Donna leaves behind sons Todd Dondlinger & Terry Dondlinger (Valerie); grandchildren Alyssa Volger (Tim), Nate Dondlinger, Dallas Ottemann, Kaylee Dondlinger, & Rylynn Dondlinger; and a great grandchild Logan Dondlinger; sisters Mary Packer, Georgia Witt (Eugene), Eleanor Benes and special friend Lonnie, Carolyn Alvarez (Sam); brothers Leroy Hilgren (Donna), Leonard Hillgren, Duane Hillgren (Donna); and special friends & relatives Hershel Stewart, Lois Bahr, Donnie Benes, Roger, Debbie Sexton, & Roger Gustafson; and many loved nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death by her beloved husband Jerry; parents Don & Helen Hillgren; brothers in law Ronald Divoky, Bob Packer, & Rick Filkens; pets Tammy To, & Tammy. Graveside service at 11:00 a.m. on June 23, 2018 at Ohiowa Cemetary, Ohiowa, Nebraska. Reception following at American Legion Hall. Memorials to the family for future designation.
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.
Louise Balius
Age 91 From Dorchester, Nebraska Born on December 1, 1926. Passed away on June 14, 2018. Graveside service at Riverside Cemetery, Crete, Nebraska 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.
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