Genevieve “Cotton” Gaskins
Genevieve “Cotton” Gaskins, 92, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2021, at Tabitha Journey House. She was born on the farm near Bancroft, NE on January 16, 1929, to John G. and Neva Hermelbracht. In 1946 she graduated from Bancroft High School. On May 21,1955 she married Bill Gaskins in West Point, NE. Bill and Cotton lived their married life in Tuthill, S.D. and Cody, NE where they ranched and raised Angus cattle until 1988 when they moved to Lincoln, NE. She was a devoted mother to their three children Mary, John, and Mark. Cotton was a homemaker, excellent cook, beautiful seamstress and later in life an active quilter. In the warmer months she enjoyed the flowers and the harvest from her garden. Growing up she was very involved in 4-H and was a leader in her children’s Sandhillers 4-H club. She served on the Cody-Kilgore School Board and drove the school bus. After moving to Lincoln, she worked at Country Memories and was a member of the Lincoln Quilters Guild. Cotton’s loving servant nature was shown through her actions such as cooking and crafting for others. Her thoughtfulness and generosity were how she showed her love the best. Her family’s Christmas trees are full of ornaments she made for them, and their tables are full of recipes she shared with them. She will be greatly missed by those who knew her. “Gram” selflessly and thoughtfully loved each of her children and grandchildren and was a wonderful friend to many. Survived by her children Mary (Mike) Kinning of Lincoln, John (Cheryl) of Goehner, NE and Mark (Carrie) of Overton, NE; Grandchildren Sheena (Derek) Matulka, Matt Kinning, Krista (Grant) Kubik, Margaret (John) Cahoon; Sam Gaskins and Dustin Dozler; Great grandchildren Tucker, Emmett and Izzy Matulka, Parker, Madelyn and Ryan Kinnng, Odelia and Lilah Cahoon; Sister Dorothy Enstrom along with one brother-in-law, five sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death by her husband, parents and brothers Frank and John. A Celebration of Life was held held Monday October 18, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Horizons Community Church; 3200 Grainger Parkway in Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. Luncheon immediately following the service at the church. Memorials to Tabitha Journey House. 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.
Marion Matthew Good
From Lincoln, Nebraska. Born on January 19, 1941. Passed away on October 11, 2021. No service information at this time. 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.
Cynthia Sue Wickizer
From McCook, Nebraska. Born on February 18, 1960. Passed away on October 11, 2021. No service information at this time. 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.
David LeRoy Wilson
David LeRoy Wilson, age 64, of Lincoln, Ne., passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021. He was born on September 30, 1957 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Cebert and Phyllis Wilson. David lived in Lincoln for most of his life but also lived in Adams, Ne., Clatonia, Ne., and Kennard, Ne. David’s favorite pastime was going to the races. He loved everything about racing. David also loved mowing the church yard at Life Tabernacle. It was important to him to make sure the yard looked nice for every church service. His dedication was evident in the work he put into making the property look its’ very best. For many years David worked as a van driver for Holiday Inn. He always tried to make sure the guests were well taken care of. He was a kind and compassionate person; always willing to help anyone. He was a living example of Ephesians 4:32. (And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.) David was also a tow truck driver for many years and he loved doing this job as well. David is survived by his sister, Cathy (Wilson) Clover, of Lincoln; his sister, Sandra Smith, of Texas; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; father, Cebert Lee Wilson and mother, Phyllis Elizabeth (Haefner) Wilson; sister, Debbie (Wilson) Snook and brother, Dan L. Wilson. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Life Tabernacle Church per family’s wishes; Life Tabernacle PO Box 4767, 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.
Gary Arnold Zierke Sr.
From Ashland, Nebraska. Born on February 24, 1944. Passed away on October 1, 2021. No service at this time. 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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