Paula was born July 25,1949 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Ruth (Ridinger) and Albert Fuhrman. Our loving Paula went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2018 at her daughter’s home in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 68. She leaves behind her daughter, Mary Katrina Mendoza, son-in-law Greg, and four grandchildren: Conner, Charlotte, Perry and Margo of Lincoln, Nebraska, and her brother, Albert Fuhrman Jr. (Sonny) of Wichita Falls, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceding her in death are her parents, Ruth and Albert Fuhrman, former husband Perry Bethe, and sister Mary Helen Fuhrman.

Paula retired from Bamford Fire Sprinkler in 2012 and continued to work part-time. She always enjoyed her work and the company of her co-workers.

Paula was a dedicated mother and grandmother and had planned to retire to Nebraska to be with them. Unfortunately, it was her illness that brought her home with her loved ones. She was proudly cared for and loved in her final days.

Paula was a very spiritual person, always finding a reason, a connection, a purpose in all that life had to offer. She was never afraid to take a risk or find the adventure or beauty in a situation or moment. Her perspective was the perfect balance and leaves a legacy of service and gratitude mixed with rebellion and fun.

A service will be held at the First Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas at 843 Lewis Avenue on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.  A luncheon will be held shortly after the service as well.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Domestic Violence Association of Central Kansas or the Salina Animal Shelter.

Age 76

From Lincoln, Nebraska

Born on March 26, 1942.

Passed away on April 21, 2018.

Survived by his wife Constance “Connie” Sievert of Lincoln, NE; daughters and sons Brenda (Rex) Schmitz of Valley, NE, Mark (Debbie) Sievert of Ashland, NE,  Randy Sievert of Valley, NE, Heidi Jo Sievert of York, NE, Karl D. Sievert of Lincoln, Adra (Matt) Broening of Palmyra, Spencer Martin of Beatrice, NE, Jason (Christy) Wright of Kansas City, KS, Dustin J. Wright of Augusta, GA, & Shawn Wright of Stockton, CA; brothers and sister Lanny (Janet) Moser of Columbus, NE, Leon Sievert of Kansas, & Linda Sievert of Omaha, sisters in law Tonya Martin and Gretchen Farr, his Aunt Betty Prokeney, grandchildren, great grandchildren, mother in law Birdie Farr of York, NE; many nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and his pit bull Tuki.

Preceded in death by his parents Dean Willard Sievert and Mary Alice (Malone) Moser, & brother Larry.

Cremation.  No visitation. Memorial Service on Friday, April 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1144 M St, Lincoln, NE 68508.

Memorials to the family for future designation.

12/03/1963 ~ 03/12/2018

Joe is survived by his daughter, Juanita Salazar; grandson Joseph Salazar; mother Marie Lantz; sisters Nina Salazar and Shelly (Randy) Smith; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and numerous cousins.

Cremation. No visitation.  We are having a dart tournament in Joe’s honor on April 7, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. at Steve Os bar 110 West Fletcher Ave. in Lincoln.