Shona Kristine Klusman
Shona Kristine (Sorensen) Klusman (77 years old) passed away on February 10, 2022, of natural causes. Shona was born in Omaha to Zola M. (Lawler) and Marius K. Sorensen on August 7, 1944. Shona was a retired LPN. She was a loving and caring person and was there for anyone who needed help and encouragement. After retirement she worked for Lincoln Public Schools as a Grandmother at Clinton Elementary School. Many was the time when Shona would be out and about and hear, “Grandma Shona” from one of the many students she had the pleasure working with. She was an aunt and great-aunt and was affectionately known as ‘Nonie’ by all who knew and loved her. Shona was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, a sister and brother, and husband, James Klusman. She is survived by a brother, Howard Sorensen, and sister, Donna (Sorensen) Bales. A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 am on February 24, 2022, at Havelock United Methodist Church, 4140 N 60th St, Lincoln, NE 68507, Pastor Todd Karges officiating. There will be no reception following the service. Please direct all memorials to Aspen Aftercare c/o Klusman Family; 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln NE 68504. 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.
Garry Herbert Kapperman
Garry Herbert Kapperman, 67, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021 at the CHI Health Nebraska Heart Hospital. He was born on July 11, 1954, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Garry was the son of the late Herbert and Evalena (Hinnekamp) Kapperman. Garry was a 1973 graduate of Lincoln Northeast High School. He was recently retired after working for the Nebraska Department of Roads for over 30 years. Garry always made spending time with his children and grandchildren a top priority. He enjoyed camping with his wife, getting together with friends for Monday game nights, cooking and making new meals for his family, and was known to be a ketchup connoisseur. His love of ketchup can be seen on his grandchildren’s plates. Garry will be remembered for his friendly personality, ability to make those around him feel welcomed, and the unconditional love he provided his family. Garry was preceded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his wife, Wrendy Kapperman of Eagle, Nebraska, one daughter, Nicole and Jeff Payne of Lincoln, two sons, Jarred and Kristopher (Kricket) Kapperman of Lincoln, four step-daughters, Kristy Brown of Eagle, Laura Rezabek of Omaha, Becky and Lucas Tinant of Eagle, and Callie and Jared Treat of Kearney, Nebraska. Garry was also the proud grandpa to Collin, Malcom, Tatum, Victor, Charles, Geraldine, William, and Bailey. A private Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday January 19, 2022 @ 7 PM. For condolences, 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.
Roger Gene Ketelsen
Nov. 12, 1934 to Oct. 22, 2021. Roger G. Ketelsen, died peacefully at the age of 86 on October 22, 2021. Roger was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend to many. He was born in Denver, Colorado on November 12, 1934 to Herbert Ludwig Peter Ketelsen and Alice Emma Wilhelmena Burke Ketelsen. Roger enjoyed his years at Emmaus Lutheran School and Wheatridge High School where he was active in both academia and sports. He attended Valparaiso University in Indiana on a Golf Scholarship and graduated in 1956. On June 11, Roger married his lovely bride, Arlyss L. Lancaster. Together, they had four children and enjoyed 65 years of married life as they traveled and worked in Denver, Oklahoma City, Omaha, Baltimore, and Lincoln. He worked for USF&G Insurance Companies and The Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska for most of his career. In addition to being an avid book reader and golfer all his life, Roger also enjoyed fishing, camping, tennis, photography and gardening. He is remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and a proud Husker fan. Roger is survived by his wife, Arlyss Lynette Ketelsen; his daughter Cynthia Lyn Ketelsen and husband Robert Caricato; his son Roger Scott Ketelsen and wife Tracey, granddaughter Kyndal Rose Courtney and husband Jonathan Courtney, great grandsons Jonathan Nicholas (JC) and Kayden Blake ; his daughter Pamela Sue Ketelsen Boers, and granddaughters Natascha Elaine Boers, Marijke Arlysse Boers Worra and grandson Jan Christopher Boers; daughter Patricia Lee Witt and husband Jeffery Allen Witt, grandson, Jefferey Allen Witt, Jr., granddaughter Amelia Rose Witt, granddaughter Breanna Michelle Witt and life partner Brent Schwartz, great granddaughter Chloe Nicole Schwartz; granddaughter Kristina Tracey Will and life partner Cole Houlden and great granddaughters Tatum Rose Witt, Penelope Jean Strothkamp and Breck Houlden. Roger always had a smile and a strong handshake for everyone. His joy and love of life will be missed daily by his family and friends. We pray God give Roger His grace, His peace, His comfort and His presence as we cherish our loving memories. Please join us for a memorial service to be held on Monday, November 1 at 4:00 pm at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 3825 Wildbriar Lane, Lincoln, NE. A virtual broadcast / streaming link will be made available at this link: https://www.youtube.com/goodshepherdlincoln. Once you enter the website, look for photo link for the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church; 3825 Wildbriar Lane Lincoln NE 68516, (402)423-7639. Online donations can be made here. 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.
Susan Lynn Kaiser
Suzie Horner Kaiser, 66 of Lincoln entered eternity on October 16, 2021. A loving mother, grandmother and sister. Suzie leaves behind her sons Bryce, Zach and Mitchell, grandchildren and her siblings. Suzie’s humor and uniqueness will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 at Lincoln Berean Church; 6400 S. 70th, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. Memorials to People’s City Mission. 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.
Jerry Eugene Kinney
Jerry E. Kinney, 73, of Lincoln, passed away October 17, 2021. He was born in Hastings, NE, and raised by Lucille and Elvis Kinney. He served in the US Army in Vietnam-Airborne, 1966-1969. Life member of Paralyzed Veterans of America, Life member DAV. Life member of the 173rd Airborne Brigade Association. Former Hunter education master firearms instructor-Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, former NRA certified shotgun instructor; former volunteer for Charlie Brown’s Kids, Lincoln, NE. Survived by his wife, Lisa, of Lincoln; sons, Christopher, of Los Angeles, CA; Abraham (Anne-Marie) of Burbank, CA; California; Jordan (Chris) Lovato of Lakewood, CO; Joshua Kinney of Lincoln; stepchildren: Stephanie (Peter) Erickson of Lincoln and Eric (Kate) Shepard of Arvada, CO; brothers Dan (Pam) Kinney of Council Bluffs, Iowa; William (Mary) Kinney of Longmont, CO; and Melody (John) Knapp of Kerrville, Texas; 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death by his parents Lucille and Elvis Kinney; son, Benjamin Patrick Kinney; granddaughter, Anniston Lucille Lovato; and sister, Celeste Munsinger. Services are pending. Memorials to the family for later designation. 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.
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