Harold James Roeker
Harold James Roeker (76) passed away April 3, 2024 after many years of illness due to Agent Orange exposure in VietNam. During his final weeks he resided at Tabitha Journey House in Lincoln, NE. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Harold was born in North Dakota July 24, 1947, to Clifford and Agnes Roeker with the help of a mid-wife. Harold and his siblings grew up on a farm outside LaMoure, North Dakota (about 50 miles west of Fargo). Harold was the third of seven children. Harold graduated from LaMoure High School in 1965. He completed trade school programs in Heating and Air Conditioning and became an Electrician. Harold decided to enlist in the Army rather than waiting to be drafted. He said he wanted to get his military service over so he could get on with his life. After returning from VietNam he finished his education and received his B.A. in Archaeology from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Harold began contract work as an Archaeology Tech for the National Park Service. As destiny would have it he soon got a job offer at Midwest Archaeology Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Again as destiny would have it he met a nice young woman and a couple of years later Jodene Renae Schwindt and Harold were married in a garden wedding on the first day of fall in 1996. He didn’t have much time to miss North Dakota because he was a perfect fit for our family. We kept him busy living the same kind of life style and activities and family life he grew up with in North Dakota! Jodene’s father & the rest of her family all instantly fell in love with Harold too. He fit in perfectly! Hunting, fishing, making bullets, fixing cars, fixing things around the house, and Harold was an excellent cook! Alas, the effects of Agent Orange exposure in VietNam began manifesting in Harold’s body. First diabetes shortly after he started working at the National Park Service. Then other inflammatory diseases; Rheumatoid arthritis rash erupted on his birthday, July 24th, the day of our new house warming party. Then recurring bronchitis and pneumonia that much later was finally diagnosed as asthma. No one seemed to know, when they were wading in pesticides up to their ankles in VietNam in 1967, where it would lead. Harold retired on disability from the National Park Service in 2008. The life story of so many young men like Harold who could weld & build, & fix anything in the house or car; hunt for their supper after making their own bullets; shear sheep, spin yarn and knit sweaters; and most of all of these skills, chip arrowheads, and research the history of our land and our country. A generation of men dying off too soon. Harold was a very good man, one of the most honest people I ever knew; he was very kind, and funny. He was loved by everyone he came in contact with and I will miss him. Harold was preceded in death by his parents and brother William. Also by Jodee’s parents Mildred Schwindt and Fred and Betty Schwindt. Harold is survived by his brothers, Kenneth (son Kent and daughter Amanda), David (son Brian) and Richard and by his sisters Caroline and Ruth (daughter Jessica and son Phillip). Jodee’s 3 sisters and their families: Marjorie Abelbeck, Collette Schwindt, (son Tony Menefee, grandchildren Nick & Luke Menefee), Colleen Kadavy (spouse David Kadavy, sons Bob (Mara) & Brad Walton (Amanda), grandchildren Evija and Lilija Walton). Memorials in Harold’s name may be sent to: To leave a condolence please use the form below.
The Vet’s Center: 211 South 84th St., Lincoln, Nebraska 68510 or
Max Raven Animal Rescue: 4516 Sherman St., Lincoln, NE 68506
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.
Jordon Thomas Russell
Born on February 22, 1989. Passed away on March 26, 2024. A Celebration of Jordon’s Life will be held at a later date. 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.
Pedro Rodriguez Rodriguez
From Puerto Rico. Born on October 23, 1941. Passed away on February 14, 2024. 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.
Michael Thomas Rudd
(1944-2024) It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Michael Thomas Rudd of Lincoln, Nebraska, who passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024, in Lincoln, Nebraska with his family by his side. He was 79 years of age. Michael was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Frank Rudd and Albina (Stamm) Rudd. Michael grew up in Cleveland, OH with his parents and four siblings. As a young boy, he started his strong work ethic by delivering newspapers as a paperboy for the Cleveland Plain Dealer. He attended Cathedral Latin High School where he played football and was a diver on the swim team. In the years following graduation, Michael attended the University of Nebraska Lincoln on a football scholarship and played for the Cornhuskers during the 1962-1966 seasons. During his time at the University as an undergraduate, Michael joined the ROTC. Michael continued on with his studies and earned his Juris Doctorate Degree in Law from the University of Nebraska College of Law. While at the University Michael met and later married the love of his life, Jodene Robinson. Following college, Michael went on to serve in the United States Army as a Captain and attended JAG School in Charlottesville, Virginia. Michael’s first duty station as a JAG Officer was at FT. Eustis, Newport News, Virginia. He was stationed on several U.S. bases during his military service. Michael also served overseas in Nuremberg, Germany, along with his family, for three years. During their time in Germany, Michael and his family were able to travel throughout Europe experiencing lasting memories and making lifelong friends. Upon returning to the states, Michael went on to Washington D.C., to study at George Washington University and Walter Reed Medical Center to complete his degree in Forensic Medicine. From there, he continued his service, moving the family to Augusta, Georgia, where he practiced law representing U.S. soldiers in the southern United States. Michael and Jody returned to Lincoln, NE where they continued to raise their family. They were dedicated to each other in marriage for over 56 years. Michael and Jody were blessed with seven children: Mark, Lisa, Michael, John, David, Christina, and Andrew. Michael was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. The stories of his love and support of his family are abundant. Michael was one of a kind, with a passion for living life and living it to the fullest. He had a contagious personality filled with fun, laughter, and genuine kindness to all that crossed his path. He could be heard from blocks away, sitting in the stands and cheering on his children at their ball games. He was a proud father, not only supporting his children, but also their friends throughout the many years. Michael believed strongly in giving back to the community; he was dedicated to giving blood at the Nebraska Community Blood Bank, giving his time to others when needed, supporting the military and local veterans, sharing his faith and love for God, and genuinely bringing daily joy and laughter to all those around him. He had a passion for cars, traveling, and having large cookouts with family. Michael especially cherished the holidays with the family all together. One of his favorite past times was walking on the beach at Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida and watching the sunset. Michael’s commitment and love for his wife, children and grandchildren will be felt for generations to come. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Jody Rudd. Children; Mark and Dawn Rudd, Lisa Rudd, Michael and Aimee Rudd, John and Tricia Rudd, David Rudd, Christina and Dan Rezabek, Andrew and Megan Rudd. Grandchildren; Ashley and Paul Hoebelheinrich, Amanda and Tucker Hochstein, Emmabella Rudd, Evan Rudd, Ava Rudd, Addyson Rudd, Lilly Rudd, Olivia Rudd, Wells Rudd. Sister and Brother-in-law; Ann (Rudd) and Leon Robison. Michael is preceded in death by his parents; Frank and Albina Rudd, sisters; Frances Rudd Owen, Helen Rudd Samolis, brother; Edward Rudd. A Funeral Mass is planned at the Cathedral of the Risen Christ, 3500 Sheridan Boulevard, Lincoln, NE. Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 22nd, 2024. Memorials to be designated to the Rudd family, in care of Jody Rudd. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 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.
Linda Kay Ridlington
Linda Kay Ridlington, age 67, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on January 5, 2024. Linda was born on December 19, 1956, in Grand Haven, MI, to the late Delbert Winters and Bessie Gordon. She was the loving wife of the late Jewel “Bo” McDaniel.
Linda was a strong-willed and independent woman who loved her three sons, Paul, Brian, and Richard, dearly. She fought bravely against breast cancer and survived, only to be later diagnosed with Leukemia due to the treatments she underwent. Linda continued to fight with unwavering determination but unfortunately, she ultimately succumbed to the illness.
Linda worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for most of her life, dedicating herself to caring for others. She was truly passionate about her career and made a positive impact on the lives of those she cared for.
In her free time, Linda enjoyed playing cards, thrift store shopping, and cheering on the Dallas Cowboys. These hobbies brought her joy and allowed her to unwind from the demands of her busy life.
Linda was preceded in death by her grandparents, her Mother Bessie and Father Delbert, her sisters Betty Webb, Judy Arrendondo, Barbara VanTil and Donna Hyma, and her brothers Robert Winters and Delbert “Boat” Winters.
Linda was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Holland, MI, where she found solace and strength in her faith.
There will be no visitation or services held in Linda’s Memory.
Linda Kay Ridlington will be remembered for her unwavering strength, her love for her family, and her dedication to caring for others. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
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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.
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