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Archive for: Past

Jay William Taylor

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Jay William Taylor was born on December 20,1961 in French Camp, California to MaryAnn (Dekas) and John W. Taylor Sr. Jay passed away on April 10, 2023. Jay grew up in French Camp and the Stockton area until 1992 when he moved to Fremont Nebraska, to be closer to some of his family. Jay loved working on vehicles with his father. He enjoyed on the weekends going to the races in Eagle or I-80 Raceway. He liked anything fast, including motorcycles. One of his favorite foods was fried taters with onions. Jay was a lover of all his dogs in his life. They were some of his best friends. Jay worked at Rahe Cattle Company in Arlington Nebraska as a truck loader at the Dehy Alfalfa Mill. He also worked at the Fremont Tribune as a press operator, along with other jobs in his life. Jay had two children in his first marriage. Then another daughter in his second marriage. Jay was dedicated to his family, even though it was so big. He had eleven siblings in total, but was closest to his sisters, Johanna, Pam, and Cheryl.

Jay is survived by his mother, seven siblings, and his two daughters, Tia, and Stacy. His son Reno and seven grandchildren.

Jay is proceeded in death by his father, and three brothers, John W. Taylor Jr., Douglas Stacy, and Lloyd King.

No funeral services. A Celebration of Life at a later date, per family.

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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.

Bryan Leroy Miller

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We are sad to announce the passing of our son, Bryan L. Miller.  He died at the age of 52, on April 9, 2023 at his home in Lincoln, NE.

Bryan’s humor and quick wit always put a smile on everyone’s face.  He enjoyed computing, karaoke, music, movies, and most of all spending his days at his campground.

He is survived by his family, many friends, and colleagues.

We will be holding a celebration later this summer at his campground, the place he found peace and happiness.

We miss him so very much!

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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.

Marjorie M. Banks

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Marjorie “Maxine” Banks always remained steadfast in her faith, contributed where she could, strived to be kind, valued education, did her best, and taught her daughters to do the same.  She loved her family, friends, church, and country.  She was raised in the Anselmo, NE area and taught in several one room schools upon completing teacher certification requirements from Kearney State College.  She married Robert Russell Lehmanowsky and together they had four daughters; Linda Jean, Marjorie Ann, Mary Beth, and Jana Sue.  They later divorced. In addition to raising “the girls” Maxine was the manager of the S&H Green Stamp store in Kearney, Nebraska.  She was an accomplished seamstress, cook, cake decorator, pianist, gardener and friend.

Later in life, Maxine married James W. Banks and they eventually moved to Lincoln where they enjoyed retirement.  Maxine was active in Capital City Christian Church and enjoyed the church community and activities.  She prepared devotions for her group and continued to drive “old people” to the church potluck dinners well into her 90s.  She volunteered at the Ambassador and the City Mission.

She is survived by her daughters and their families.  Linda Graham,  Marge Buettner (Don) , Mary Beth Lehmanowsky (Dennis Bakewell), Jana Sue Wurm (Dan). Eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

It was her desire to have a private graveside service with family.  In her honor and memory, you can pay it forward and keep in mind her prayer of many years–make us ever mindful of the needs of others.

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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 Marie Colson

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Joyce “JC” Colson, 50, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away peacefully April 6, 2023.

Born in Pawnee City, Nebraska, in 1973, JC grew up enjoying sports and the outdoors. She graduated from Lincoln School of Commerce with a degree in fashion merchandising in 1993.

JC loved her work as Volunteer Services Manager at CHI Health St. Elizabeth and the opportunity it provided to touch others’ lives. She prioritized getting to know people, and, whether they were lifelong friends or new acquaintances, she lifted their spirits with her thoughtful gestures and musical laugh. Creative, kind, and independent, she pushed back against life’s troubles with a sense of humor that was sometimes zany and sometimes wry.

JC will be deeply missed. She is survived by sister Carol Stermensky and her husband Gage Stermensky; sister Cathy Beutler; brother Rob Colson; aunt Diane Hall; aunt Saundra Menninga; aunt Betty Colson; uncle Richard Colson; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her mother Iola Colson and grandparents Elmer and Lauretta Colson.

JC requested memorials to St. Elizabeth Foundation designated for Volunteer Services. Memorials may also be sent to the family for family’s choice.

A celebration of life will be held 4 p.m., Friday, April 14, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 8320 South Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.

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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.

Mary Jo Klima

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Mary Jo Klima was born April 15, 1945 to Leonard and Joanne (White) Beeson of Clay Center, KS. She passed on April 5, 2023.

Mary Jo loved spending time with her grandchildren, Gage, Ethan, and Dillon. She loved her dogs. She was a great cook and loved sharing all the holiday goodies with family and friends.

Mary Jo is survived by her husband Jerry, daughter Danielle Smart, son David Donati and grandchildren, and a her brother Don Beeson and wife Cathy of Topeka KS.

A private family service will be held.

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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.