Maria T. Delgado
From Santa Ana, El Salvador. Born on February 2, 1953. Passed away on November 4, 2023. No service information. 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.
Philip Henry Rubottom
Philip Henry Rubottom, 92, of Crete, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023. Born December 17, 1931 to Philip (Sr.) and Sophie Rubottom. Philip was a loving husband to his wife of 57 years, Naomi Rubottom, who predeceased Phil on November 4, 2008. Phil was a devoted father to his four children, Barbara Hupka (Steven), of Sterling, Nebraska; Barry Rubottom of Friend Nebraska; Kathie Garman (Dwight), of Tucson, Arizona; Karen Robertus (Dan), of Lincoln, Nebraska. Phil was a beloved grandfather to 11 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. Shortly after his marriage, Phil was drafted into the Army and served during the Korean War. After his discharge, Phil worked in bakeries in Cozad and Omaha, and farms in both communities, until he began his career as an Electrical Lineman. Phil enjoyed camping, wintering in Texas and Arizona, fishing, hunting, watching sports of any kind, especially the Huskers. A Celebration of Life/Open House will be held on November 19, 2023, at the Crete VFW, 130 W. 13th Street, Crete, NE from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the Denton American Legion. 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 A. Battiato
David A. Battiato passed away November 5, 2023 at the age of 71 in Lincoln, NE. He was born June 6, 1952 in Fremont, NE to Russell and Eloise (Hackstock) Battiato. Dave attended St. Patrick’s Grade School and Bergan High School in Fremont, graduating in 1970. He then studied at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He and Jacqueline Gruber married in 1973 and later separated. Dave and Jacque had three children. Dave returned to college at the University of Nebraska in Kearney, graduating in 1980 with a Bachelor’s Degree. He then went on to earn his Juris Doctor Degree in 1983 from the University Of Nebraska College Of Law. Dave was a lifelong resident of Nebraska. He was an avid fan of the Huskers, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Beatles. Dave was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children, Joey Battiato (Lincoln, NE), Maria Battiato (Lincoln, NE), and D.J. Battiato (Vista, CA), their mother, Jacque Battiato (Lincoln, NE), six grandchildren (Aidan, Gianna, Jack, Kelly, Bruce, and Lucy), brother, Paul Battiato (NY, NY), sister, Ellen Moeller (Lincoln, NE), and many other relatives. Special thanks to the Emerald Lancaster Nursing and Rehab family and to Dave’s friends, Jenise Kouma (Wahoo, NE) and Dwayne and Jan Rice (Lincoln, NE). No services. 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.
Merletta Johnson
Born on May 21, 1975. Passed away on November 2, 2023. A great mother, a loving friend, and a beautiful soul. We loved her and she will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and everyone she impacted. Merletta Johnson is survived by her children: Daunte Johnson, Curtis Johnson, and Sarah Johnson; her husband Curtis Johnson; and relatives: Markeisha Ensley, Chaka Witherspoon, Allison Booker, Kerra Russell (Nicky), Barb Waymire; and many more relatives in Michigan and Kansas City. A private family service was held in her honor. 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 Erven Lionberger
David Erven Lionberger, 88, passed away peacefully at Tabitha Journey House in Lincoln on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 with family by his side. He was born January 24, 1935 to Fred Erven and Ruby Ruth Lionberger in Lincoln, Nebraska. David attended Lincoln Northeast High School where he met his future wife, Marjorie Kohl. They graduated in the Class of 1953. He and Marjorie married on February 7, 1954, and were married for 69 years until her passing earlier this year. David served in the Naval Reserve 1953-1957. He worked for Pepsi Cola for several years, Goodyear Tire Company for 20 years, and later with his brother at George Lionberger Construction for many years. He later was employed by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles as a driver’s license examiner. After leaving the DMV, he worked for the Nebraska Association of Public Employees as a union liaison until his retirement in 1997. After retirement, he and Marjorie took a well-deserved trip to Switzerland which became one of their favorite memories. He made hundreds of batches of wine over the years which were enjoyed immensely by family and friends. He enjoyed reading, visiting, and telling stories. He loved to hunt and enjoyed the time spent with his sons, grandsons, and good buddies. He raised and trained numerous hunting dogs over the years. He was an avid iris gardener and a member of the Lincoln Iris Society. His hybridized iris named Marjorie Lou is registered with the American Iris Society. David was a man of strong faith, character and morals. His faith in God carried him through his life and he never wavered from it. Life without Marjorie was too lonely for him and we are grateful his sorrow has ended. We will miss everything about him: his singing, his wise counsel, his stories, his phone calls, his wisdom of the Scripture, the family history only he can recall, and even his compulsive need to worry. He will be remembered for his generosity, and his dedication and love for his family. He is survived by his six children: daughter Linda Obrecht (Jeff); son Mark (Cindy); son Luke (Pam); daughter Melinda Smith (Bill); son Dan; and daughter Amy Smith (Don). He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his younger brother George, and his younger sister Margaret Kent. Special thanks to the wonderful caregivers at Journey House. We can never thank you enough for the love and care you gave to our father and our entire family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Journey House, 4615 J Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68510 or Lincoln Iris Society, 103 S. 36th Road, Syracuse, Nebraska 68446-7407. 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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