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Lyubov Alekseyevna Titova

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Lyubov Alekseevna Titova (Sinchuk) was born on January 21, 1935, in the village of Kotlyarevskaya, Kabardino-Balkar Republic, in a family of Orthodox Cossack settlers who, as a result of the preaching of Evangelical missionaries, received water baptism and began to confess Christ as Evangelical Christians Baptists. She served the Lord from a young age. In 1957, she married Viktor Petrovich Titov and they lived together for 64 years. They had 8 children, 30 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Lyubov served her Lord by singing in the choir, she sang solo as well in the Church of Vladikavkaz, North Ossetia, now the Republic of Alania. In 1995, she and her family immigrated to the United States. All this time she was a member of the Slavic Baptist Church in Lincoln, NE. Lyubov was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a great example for children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. On February 11, 2023, on her 89th year of life, she passed into Eternity. Let the words of Scripture be a consolation for all relatives and friends, as well as a reminder for everyone:
“Verily, verily, I say to you: He who hears my word and believes in him who sent me has eternal life, and does not come to judgment, but has passed from death into life.” (Jn 5:24)

Любовь Алексеевна Титова (Синчук) родилась 21-го Января 1935 года, в станице Котляревской, Кабардино Болкарской Республике, в семье православных казаков переселенцев, которые в результате проповеди Евангельских миссионеров приняли водное крещение и стали исповедовать Христа, как Евангельские Христиане Баптисты. Она с юных лет служила Господу. В 1957 году она вышла замуж за Титова Виктора Петровича и они вместе прожили 64 года. Они имели 8 детей, 30 внуков и 21 (?) правнука. Почти все время она пела в хоре, иногда соло, в Церкви города Владикавказ, Северной Осетии, ныне Республика Алания. В 1995 году она вместе с семьёй иммигрировала в США. Всё это время она была членом Славянской Баптистской Церкви в Линкольне штата Небраска, и всегда по возможности посещала собрания. Она была любящей женой, матерью, бабушкой, прабабушкой и примером для детей, внуков и правнуков. 11 Февраля, 2023 года на 89-м году она ушла в Вечность. Пусть утешением для всех родных и близких, а также напоминанием для всех будут слова Писания:
«Истинно, истинно говорю вам: слушающий слово Мое и верующий в Пославшего Меня имеет жизнь вечную, и на суд не приходит, но перешел от смерти в жизнь.»(Ин 5:24).

A funeral service will be held Wednesday February 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Slavic Baptist Church; 3801 La Salle St, Lincoln, NE 68516. A graveside service to follow at Oak Creek Cemetery; 3230 West Mill Road Raymond, Nebraska 68428.

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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.

Brian D. Burkey

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Born on May 26, 1958.

Passed away on February 7, 2023.

No service will be held.

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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.

Michael J. Benson

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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.

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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.

James Henry Bothe

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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

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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.

Charles Bolus Jr.

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From Lincoln, Nebraska.

Born on January 20, 1927.

Passed away on December 21, 2022.

No service at this time.

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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.