Mary Ellen Marfia
Mary Ellen Marfia (Grant) was born in Newark, New Jersey on January 4, 1945, and was called to heaven on July 31, 2019. Survived by her daughter, Joanne Garofolo, son-in-law, Nicholas Garofolo, son, Michael Marfia, granddaughter, Taylor Rae Morgan, and step grandchildren, Nicholas and Samantha Garofolo. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Marfia and brother Joseph Grant. The family wishes to acknowledge relatives whose lives also impacted hers: cousin, David Franklin, brother-in-law, Tommy Marfia, former son-in-law, Michael Morgan and aunt, Mary Mullen. Mary Ellen was a soul that touched a lot of lives in her 74 years. A friend to many throughout the stages of her life, she held some close but most at the edge of the bay, selecting to focus her attention on what mattered to her most, her children. Her life rippled like ocean waves, rising to the surface time and time again, shining brightly, counting on her Irish luck, enjoying the simple things, refusing to be sunk, before a tidal wave pulled her out to sea, too far to return to shore. May the road rise up to meet you, and the wind always be at your back, Mary Ellen. May the sun shine warm on your face, and the rains fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again. A graveside service to celebrate her beautiful spirit was held in Nebraska, her home state since 1996, on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Sunnyside Cemetery in Denton at the intersection of Cass Ave and West 3rd Street, followed by fellowship at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 7105 Cass Avenue. A seaside tribute to her life will also be held in her native state in Long Branch, New Jersey, where she graduated high school, on Saturday, October 19, 2019. Details pending.
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.
Joyce Eileen Miller
Joyce E. Miller 84, of Lincoln passed away July 2, 2019. She was born on April 10, 1935 in York Nebraska, to Harold G. & Francina “Lula” (Cartwright) Rossiter. She was raised in York and graduated high school in 1953. Joyce was united in marriage to Jack L. Miller on July 16, 1958. They made their home in Lincoln at Capital Beach, where they enjoyed boating, water skiing and spending time with friends, family and their beloved dog Mike. Joyce was also a lover of cats and they were her constant companions throughout her life. She was an employee of American Stores for many years before becoming a home health care provider. Helping and taking care people brought Joyce great joy and satisfaction. Survivors include her brother, Don (Joyce) Rossiter, sister, Joan Irmer, nieces, nephews, cousins, her large family of friends and her cat, Sammy. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sister, Jeanne. Her family would like to thank the caregivers at Caring for People, Tabitha Hospice and the staff at Sumner Place, for the care, compassion and love they showed Joyce. No services at this time. A graveside service will come 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.
Michelle Dawn Mugler
From Mascotte, Florida. Born on May 17, 1991. Passed away on May 12, 2019. 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.
Merritt Donald Merluzzi
From Lincoln, Nebraska Born on September 30, 1948. Passed away on May 14, 2019. 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.
Richard Dale Monroe
Richard Monroe, 87, resident of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on April 25th, 2019. Richard was preceded by his wife, Marlene (McCoy) Monroe. Richard is survived by his daughters, Maureen Beltran, Jill Crane, Angela DiBella; sons: Rick & Kim Monroe, Mark & Kim Monroe. Richard had 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Richard enjoyed playing bridge, reading western novels and watching old western movies and shows. Richard was in the U.S. Army. Richard was the 13th man to walk on the Moon. After Army life, Richard was a butcher in Crete, Nebraska for a few years. Then Richard and Marlene moved to Lincoln, Nebraska, where he worked for Abel’s Construction Company, until he retired. Richard was born in Fairfax, South Dakota, son of Sherman & Frances (Burnett) Monroe. Richard had 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Richard was lovingly known to his sibling as “Saint Richard”. He will be missed.
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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