Grover Michael Shaw
Grover Michael Shaw was born July 24, 1940 to Clarence and Frances (Tomjack) Shaw of Ewing, Nebraska. He grew up and lived in Ewing until after high school when in 1959 he married Ellen Donohoe. They lived with their seven children in several small towns throughout Northeast Nebraska, including O’Neill and Norfolk. Grover drove a truck for a living and put many miles on the highways and interstates going coast to coast. He enjoyed having coffee with all the locals at the coffee shop and he was sure they all wanted to hear his bad dad jokes! He also loved his cats and old western movies. When not working Grover enjoyed spending time with family and family pets, fishing, and visiting state parks among other interests. Grover was remarried to Joyce and enjoyed touring the country in the truck. In later years his favorite vacation destination was the Black Hills region. He had a long-standing dream of becoming a pilot like his father but over the years that dream was set aside. An afternoon of flying over the Black Hills in a helicopter was one of the many highlights that he enjoyed. Grover passed from this life on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in Lincoln, Nebraska and was reunited with his parents and wife, Joyce from his second marriage. Rest in peace, Dad – we love you. Grover is survived by his seven children: Julie (Terry) Holz, Mike Shaw, Shelley (Dave) Boyd, Tony (Michelle) Shaw, Stephanie (Gary) Cuddy, Heidi Shaw and Andrea (Tim) Driscoll. As well as his stepchildren: Diana Sullivan (Danny), Denise McMeen (Bob), Deborah Martin (Michael), and Gene Dietz (Penny). He is also survived by his 27 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A private service and Celebration of Life will be held in Ewing, Nebraska. Memorials may be sent in care of the Shaw family to Aspen Cremation Service: 4822 Cleveland Ave, Lincoln, NE 68504. Grover be deeply missed. Fly high! We love you forever! 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.
James W. Behrens
James W. Behrens (Jim) was born on January 24, 1950, and drew his last breath on June 19, 2024, which we believe was due to the fact that he didn’t want to watch the upcoming election results. He was born to James & Betty Behrens in Lincoln, NE. Jim started working in the food industry quite some time ago and made it his lifelong career. In the 1980’s he started with the McDonald’s Corporation where he held various positions as he worked his way up the corporate ladder. In 2002, Jim and Melanie purchased two McDonald’s franchises in SE Kansas and resided there for 7 years. They sold the stores in 2009, moved back to Lincoln, NE and Jim retired shortly thereafter. Jim enjoyed golfing and anything to do with water, which included waterskiing and the swimming pools he had at virtually every house he owned. As most know, he was very proud of how he kept the pool, always having the correct amount of chlorine so the pH balance was perfect. He’d invite family, friends and neighbors over anytime to swim, eat and enjoy adult beverages. He was very competitive and never liked losing. When it came to playing water volleyball, he’d carefully choose his teammates every time to ensure he had the best shot at winning. He also enjoyed watching Judge Judy, overseeing Melanie’s quilting projects and giving her his two cents on flowers & landscaping ideas. Jim is survived by his wife, Melanie, his son, James Behrens, Jr. (Lisa) of Maricopa, AZ, granddaughters, Macy Behrens of Seattle, WA & Madison Behrens, Maricopa, AZ and stepson, Brock See (Rebecca) of Lincoln, NE, many nieces & nephews and numerous friends. Jim was predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Billy Jean Kolesar and Karen Hrdlicka. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Old Pub, 420 South 11th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508 on Sunday, June 30, 2024 from 2-4pm. Memorials to the family for future 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.
Joan Mary Coenen
Joan Mary Coenen – born June 21, 1939 and drew her last breath on June 19, 2024. Daughter of Clem and Angie Coenen. She is preceded in death by brothers Norm Coenen and Duane Coenen, and sister Yvonne Morfeld. Survived by sisters Darlene Wilwerding and Deloris Malone, sisters-in-law Odela Coenen and Linda Coenen, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral to be held on Saturday June 29, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Westphalia, Iowa. 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.
Donald R. Austin
Born on July 8, 1944. Passed away on June 13, 2024. 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.
Rebecca A. Gerschefske
Rebecca was a remarkable woman, full of love, kindness, and wisdom. She had a unique ability to make everyone she met feel special and valued. Her laughter was infectious, and she invested in you immediately, genuinely wanting to get to know you and taking pride in becoming part of your story. She loved to socialize and felt there was no better way to spend your time than laughing and being surrounded by friends and family. Whether that was a late-night phone call to catch up, a quick stop at the house to love on the grand babies or a fancy dinner party. She found her calling when she became a mom and she genuinely wanted nothing more than to be the best mama in the world. It came through in every choice she made, every interaction she had. She was her family’s biggest cheerleader and would do anything to ensure a safe and loving life for the ones she loved. For anyone that spoke with her you know that raising her girls and standing by her husband Chuck, was her favorite part of life. This October it would have been 45 years of marriage to the one she called “her hero.” When it came to the grandkids, her reach extended just that much further and lovingly took the role of Nana that will forever be cherished in their hearts. Rebecca was a devote Catholic and trusted fully in faith and the love Jesus has for each of us. We saw this through her years of service for the church and elementary school here at St. Peter’s. Through this faith she taught the importance of hard work, integrity and compassion. Although the end came far too quickly and her absence is missed every moment, Rebecca lives on in her husband Chuck, daughter’s Becca (Ryan) Ray, Chasmine (Taylor) McIntosh and her grandchildren Easton, Oliver, Emery, Natalie and Kennedy. 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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