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Paulette J. Murphy

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Paulette June Pettit passed away peacefully at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska, on December 21, 2024, at the age of 74, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by love and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Paulette was born on June 13, 1950, in Nevada, Iowa, to Clair D. Pettit and Lavone E. Pettit (née Adams). She spent her childhood and formative years in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she graduated from College View Academy in 1968. Paulette continued her education at Union College, earning an associate degree in Office Services in 1970.

Throughout her career, Paulette excelled in administrative roles and left a lasting impact on the organizations she served. Her professional journey included positions at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska; Scottsdale Memorial in Scottsdale, Arizona; and most recently at East Lincoln Internal Medicine in Lincoln. Her dedication and professionalism were evident to all who worked with her.

Paulette’s life was enriched by her many passions and hobbies. An accomplished pianist, she found great joy in sharing music with others and playing for church services. She was also delighted in experimenting with new recipes and baking treats for friends and family. Her vegetable garden was a source of pride and nourishment, and she cherished the simple pleasure of taking daily walks almost every day.

Paulette is survived by her devoted husband, Thomas Murphy; her two children, Katherine (Kate) and Benjamin (Ben) and granddaughter Ava Grace; as well as countless friends whose lives she touched with her warmth and kindness. She was previously married to David S. Ripley from 1973 until 1989.

A celebration of Paulette’s life is being planned for May or June of 2025 in Lincoln. Details will be shared closer to that time so that all who wish to honor her memory may gather together.

Paulette will be remembered for her resilience, generosity of spirit, and the joy she brought to those around her. May her memory be a blessing and inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be dearly missed.

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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.

Connie Kathleen (Patocka) Gaskill

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August 18, 1950-June 9, 2024

Connie was born on August 18, 1950 in David City, Nebraska to Mamie and Otto Patocka. She was a graduate of Aquinas High School in 1968.

Connie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing games, and watching her favorite soap opera Young and Restless.

Survivors include her husband Larry Gaskill of Lincoln, Nebraska, son Brian Gaskill and children Ella Kathleen Gaskill and Julian Gaskill, son and daughter in law Craig Gaskill and Cathy Harrington of Omaha, Nebraska, and Adam Gaskill of Lincoln.

Survivors also include her sister in law Delores Patocka (Ron’s wife) of Norfolk, Nebraska, Linda Patocka (Lloyd’s wife) of Columbus, Nebraska, her brother Paul Patocka and sister in law Deb Lassek of Columbus, Nebraska, Karen (Patocka) Hoffman of Omaha, Nebraska, and many many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Connie was proceeded in death by her brothers Duane Patocka of Pennsylvania, Ron Patocka of Norfolk, Nebraska, Lloyd Patocka of Columbus, Nebraska, Gary Patocka of Omaha, Nebraska, Rick Patocka of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Danny Patocka of Omaha, Nebraska, and her sister Janis (Patocka) Staggs of David City, Nebraska.

A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 13th from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm at Moonshiners Saloon, 1101 Arapahoe Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68502.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family will be used for charities chosen by the family at a later date.

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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.

“Stan” Stanley A. Hogle

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Born on June 9, 1938.

Passed away on January 29, 2024.

No service information 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.

Jack L. Bullock

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May 10, 1949 – June 25, 2023

Jack L Bullock of Crete passed away June 25, 2023 at home after a short illness with cancer.  He was born in Lincoln Nebraska to Robert and Frances Bullock and grew up in Dorchester.  Jack worked different jobs and after serving in the Army he returned to work at the Crete Mills until his retirement.  Jack then spent his time in the country at the home he and Connie dreamed of.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Frances Bullock, Brother-in-law Jack Fry, Father-in-law Bernard Valenta.

He is survived by his wife Connie, Brother Duaine (Ardyce), Sister Peggy Fry, Nephew Trevor (Carissa), Nieces Chandra Filip (Fiancé Josh Palm), Beth (Elliot) Matthews, Rita (Johan) Morala, Katelyn Koll, Mother-in-law Arlene Valenta, Sister-in-law Patti Koll, Brothers-in-law Paul (Jennifer), Daniel, Michael (Jean), Ronald, Great nephews Gavin, Treyson Bullock, Ronan Matthews.

Per Jack’s request no services. Memorials suggested to family.

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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.

Robert Eugene Shuck “Bob”

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Birthdate 12/18/1955, age 67. Death Date 6/20/2023, died in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Robert Shuck was born in Kokomo, Indiana to Betty Jo and Stanley Eugene Shuck. Robert had two brothers, Bill and Gary Shuck. Bob went to Kokomo High School.

Bob had a friend named Robert Collins who was also born on 12/15/1955. They were great friends and went all the way through school together.

Bob married Clara Elaine Shuck on July 28, 1991 in Jacksonville, Florida at the waterfront mall on St John’s River, the place he helped build. He met his wife there, married her there, and it was the first and only wedding to take place there. He was also late for his own wedding.

Bob enjoyed driving a semi-truck and he has beautiful awards, licensing, and a truck driver’s certificate. Bob worked for many years at a tire store. He was injured and had to change his career. Bob became a security guard for Pinkerton Security for many years. He loved his work and was very proud of his achievements.

Bob and his wife travelled a lot together and were in 39 states through the years. Bob has lived in Lincoln, Nebraska since 2008.

He loved Nascar Racing and Dale Earhart Sr. was his favorite driver. He has many collections of Nascar memorabilia. Bob also loves Eagles. Again, quite a collection of those as well. Bob was very patriotic and really enjoyed his freedom of peace.

Bob was a very loving and caring person. He loved children. Bob and his wife and family have attended Cornerstone Christian Church for over ten years. Bob enjoyed doing karaoke and singing and having a few beers. He always loved telling jokes. He was funny. One of Bob’s most treasured moments was when he took his wife to see a Wizard of Oz play. He was so very proud as his wife is a big Wizard of Oz fan.

He is survived by his wife Clara Elaine Shuck, age 68; seven step-children: Cory Dean Linderman, age 46 of Lincoln, Nebraska; Kevin Reynolds, age 44 of Omaha, Nebraska; Marsha Feldpausch, age 45, of Lincoln, Nebraska; Russell Hutchinson, age 47, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Tammy Killin, age 50, of Mound City, Missouri; and Lisa Hummer, age 51, of Savannah, Missouri. Bob also has two children: Tabitha Shuck, age 45 of Kokomo, Indiana, and Robert Alexander Shuck, age 43, of Kokomo, Indiana. Bob loved his cats. Pebbles is our family pet. He also has many grandchildren. His biological grandchildren are: Emily Jo Ramsdale, age 26, of Maryland; Derrick Larimore Donovan, age 20, of Maine; Joshua Larimore Nuccetelli, age 22, of New Jersey; Piper Larimore Donovan; age 18, of Maine; Kyla Larimore Adams Ramsdale of Maine; and A.J. Faller, age 12, or Maine. These were his daughter’s children from Tabitha Larimore. Bob’s grandchildren were Elaine’s children’s kids: Alex, Ryan, Gavin, and Brittany Reynolds, all of Omaha, Nebraska and Bradley Reynolds of Lincoln, Nebraska, who was raised by his grandpa and grandma.

Bob also had many friends. One very special friend, whom he called his own brother, is Mark Samelson of Ceresco, Nebraska.

He is preceded in death by his children: Tabitha Ann Lariomore, who passed away 2/21/2017. He was also married to June Dohahue in Kokomo, Indiana.

Bob was cremated. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday June 24, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Cornerstone Christian Church: 4849 Old Cheney Rd, Lincoln, NE 68516. The family is having a family celebration of Bob’s life at Oak Lake Church in Lincoln as a time to cookout and honor Bob. He was well loved!

Bob was a loving, kind, and wonderful man. We will all miss his jokes, humor, and his love and caring for others. And I wish to say I am very grateful to have had him in my life for almost 32 years. We will all miss him so much.

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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.