Jeanne M. Wilson
Jeanne M. Wilson, 73, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 25, 2024 in Lincoln, NE. Jeanne was born on July 19, 1950, to John C. and Ina P. (Gibbs) Zabel in Big Springs, NE. Jeanne was an only child. What she lacked in siblings she made up for in friends. She was known for her laid back lifestyle and quick wit making it easy for her to make and keep friends for a lifetime. Jeanne married Rod Wilson on June 2, 1990, in Lincoln, NE. She became an instant mother that day to Erin and Eric. She retired from LT&T, and then from Home Depot and UNL. Jeanne had a love for buttons, cats, and buying gifts for friends. Left to cherish her memory are her children Erin (Justin) Foxhoven and Eric Wilson and her grandchildren Ian and Layla Foxhoven, special cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Rod (May 31, 2017). Celebration of life will be on Friday, April 5 at 2pm at the chapel in First Plymouth Church. Please use the west or south entrances. Jeanne was passionate about finding a cure for Huntington’s Disease. Please send memorials to Hereditary Neurological Disease Centre, 9300 East 29th North, Wichita, KS 67226. 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.
Catherine Watson
Born on January 18, 1954. Passed away on March 24, 2024. Service information and obituary are pending. 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.
JoAnn June Williams
February 7, 1950 – January 26, 2024 JoAnn June Williams, 73, of Kearney, passed away on January 26, 2024. She was born on February 7, 1950 in York, Nebraska to Robert and June (Stahr) Knipfel. JoAnn was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Kearney. She is survived by her loving husband: Stan Williams; children: Christopher Williams of Pennsylvania and Kim Williams of Los Angeles, CA; siblings: Don (Terese) Knipfel of Bella Vista AR, Susan (Paul) Hurd of Seattle WA, and Nancy (Roger) Goodban of Kearney NE; and many nieces and nephews. JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents and sister Jean (Lester) Siebert. JoAnn worked as a clerk in a dime store, grocery store, and lumber yard as she traveled with her husband to different duty stations in the Nebraska sandhills while he served with the Nebraska State Patrol. JoAnn’s greatest joy was when she ran a daycare in Valentine, Nebraska; she loved children and loved watching them grow up. After Stan transferred to York, NE, she continued her work in childcare for several years. In 2001 Stan retired from the patrol and she joined him in creating Blue Knight Security, where she was a partner, bookkeeper, and human resource manager. During the ten years they operated Blue Knight Security, JoAnn enjoyed the many officers that Blue Knight employed as well as the customers that utilized their services. JoAnn also became very active in supporting and volunteering at York Adopt a Pet. Her love for animals knew no bounds. After ten years, the company was passed on to Pat and Josh Dorcey, and Stan and JoAnn retired to Bella Vista, AR, where they enjoyed their house on top of a hill in the woods, watching all manner of various birds and wildlife that came to visit. Because of declining health, they moved back to Kearney, NE in 2021. JoAnn passed in the early morning hours on January 26th, 2024. She was attended by her loving husband Stan and loving daughter Kim. She was at peace with the world and looking forward to life eternal in God’s Kingdom. JoAnn’s Memorial Service will be April 23rd, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in York, NE; 806 N Beaver Ave. Any memorials can be sent to York Adopt a Pet, or donor’s choice. Special thanks to Tabitha Hospice for their wonderful care and support, and to the CHI Palliative Care team. 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.
“Al” Alvin Witzke
“Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of His godly ones.” Psalm 116.15 Alvin Witzke, 87, of Crete, Nebraska, was born into this world March 19, 1936 in Shafter, California, to Alvin and Helena Witzke. He left this world and arrived in Heaven on January 18, 2024. Al married Joanne Klassen in Inman, Kansas June 4, 1959 He is survived by his wife, Joanne; His son, Doug, and wife Glee, of Crete; His daughter Jan Sorensen and son-in-law Curt; His daughter Kris Sayler and son-in-law John. He is also survived by his brother, Ed, and sister-in-law Judy, as well as six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, 6 nieces and 3 nephews. Al declared his faith in Jesus Christ, and followed Jesus Christ from that point onward. The Memorial service for Al will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 3, at Cornerstone Bible Church; 1430 Hickory Ave., Crete, Nebraska. Memorials may be sent to Joanne Witzke, in care of Cornerstone Bible Church To leave a condolence please use the form below.
He demonstrated that faith by living it out in his life: at home, at work, and at church.
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.
Dian B. Wischmann
Dian B. Wischmann, born March 5th, 1938 in Omaha, Nebraska to Wayman & Dorthy Brian, passed Peacefully on Jan 22, 2024 at Sumner Place Nursing and Rehabilitation in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dian had one Sister who was also named Dorthy. Dian, her sister, and their mother were avid horse fans, with both girls taking riding lessons and competing. She attended Benson High School (Omaha, NE) then went on to UNO and got her master’s degree. After graduating she went back to Benson to teach physical education for 6 years. In 1969 Dian moved to Lincoln, NE. In 1973 Dian Met Paul and they got married in July of 1976 she then decided to start a career with Tupperware where for the next 20 years she enjoyed Showing and selling their products, meeting and making many friends, even becoming a manager with the company . In 1993 Dian decided to quit Tupperware and try her hand as a Financial Consultant. In 2000, Paul and Dian decided it was time to retire and they spent the next 14 years traveling to and through a number of states in their RV: golfing, riding bicycles, and making friends. Arizona was their favorite stop and they ended up staying there for three months at a time. In 2014 they decided to retire the RV and stay closer to home in Lincoln. Dian continued to keep up her love of bicycling from her and Paul going to the local bike trails on her two-wheeler, then her tricycle (3 wheeled bike), and then to the stationary bike in the basement as her health permitted. She finally had to give it up in November of 2023. Dian is survived by her loving husband of 47 years Paul, brother-in-law and sister-in-law George & Karen Wischmann (Ashland, NE). Sister-in-law Leona Alvarado (Olathe, KS), brother-in-law Dennis Swartz (Wahoo, NE) & brother-in-law Bob Wischmann (Ashland, NE); as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dian is preceded in death by parents her Wayman & Dorthy Brian, her sister Dorthy Ryck, brother-in-law & sister-in-law Donald & Lois Wischmann, & sister-in-law Helen Swartz. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday March 14th, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.at Aspen Cremation Service; 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln NE 68504. Please park on the street. 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.
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