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Peggy M. Wilson

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From Lincoln, Nebraska

Born on October 29, 1926.

Passed away on September 6, 2019.

No service at this time.



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.

Douglas Carl Wetzel

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Douglas Carl Wetzel, 54, of Lincoln, NE passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019.

Doug was preceded in death by his father Richard Austin Wetzel, MD and brother Robert Bruce Wetzel. He is survived by his wife Jeanne of Lincoln, NE; sons Jordan Wetzel of Iowa City, IA and Peyton Wetzel of Lincoln, NE; step-daughter Kelly Neuhaus of Lincoln, NE ; mother Margaret Wetzel of Bloomfield Hills, MI; sisters Valerie Wetzel of Platteville, WI and Karen (Atulya) Saraf of Katy, TX; cousins Donna (Gary) Hipp, Cindy (Matthew) Self, and Jeff (Noelle) Pope.

Doug spent 28 years working in Public Service for the Nebraska and South Dakota State Penitentiaries. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.  He was a lifelong Detroit Redwings fan, loved Nebraska football, beaches, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, boisterous laugh, and his kind and compassionate spirit. He was a loving husband, father, and true friend to all that knew him.

Special thanks to Tabitha Hospice, CountryHouse, and The Monarch Hospice for their loving care and support.

A celebration of Doug’s life and visitation with family will be held on Sunday, September 15th from 1-4 pm at Lincoln Firefighter’s Reception Hall located at 241 Victory Ln, Lincoln, NE 68528. Family and friends will begin speaking at 2:00 pm.

Family requests donations in his honor to be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Condolences can be sent using 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.

Georgia Dee Welch

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From Roca, Nebraska

Born on October 8, 1937.

Passed away on August 20, 2019.

A celebration of Georgia’s life was on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Southview Baptist Church, 3434 South 13th Street in Lincoln.  Private graveside in Roca Cemetery.



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 Earl Whitworth

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From Lincoln, Nebraska

Born on November 12, 1949.

Passed away on June 3, 2019.

Survived by his brother, John.

US Army veteran.

Service at a later date.  Private graveside Omaha Veteran’s Cemetery.



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.

Kelly Jo (Sullivan) Whiteley

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Kelly Jo (Sullivan) Whiteley, 53, passed away after waging a long battle against cancer on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was in the comfort of her home with her loving husband Brad.

Kelly was born July 6, 1965 to Dan and Elsie (Dickey) Sullivan. She graduated from Centennial High School in Utica, Nebraska, and later graduated from Southeast Community College receiving graphic design degree, studied at University of Nebraska, and received a Computer Science degree from Clackamas Community College in Oregon.

Kelly and Brad Whiteley were married April 25, 1992 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Lincoln. They moved to Oregon City, Oregon for 10 years where Brad attended culinary school and Kelly attained her computer science degree.

Kelly lived life to its fullest. Her audacious laugh and sparkling smiling eyes embraced us. Kelly loved her dog, Charlie.  She had a passion for sports, walking, collecting antiques, and working beside Brad in his business endeavors. Kelly also, loved all her nieces and nephews. She had a passion for attending Nebraska Cornhusker games and watching all college sports.

Kelly is survived by her husband, Brad Whiteley of Lincoln, NE, mother, Elsie Sullivan of York, NE; siblings: Michael Sullivan of Lincoln; Daniel Sullivan of Raymore, Mo.; Kathy (Joe) Ruzicka of Seward; Patty McCord of Guernsey, Wyo.; Chris (Tom Hill) Bohaty of Lincoln; Peggy Hanson of Spicer, Minn.; Julie (Todd) Raridon of Plainfield, Ill.; sister-in-law Carol Higgins (Giltner, NE) and the late Joe Sullivan; and many close relatives, and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her father Daniel Sullivan and brothers John and Joe.

Mass was on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 6111 Morrill Avenue in Lincoln.

Memorials to the family for future designation.  I’d love it if you took a moment to check out my GoFundMe campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/6ovk034?pc=em_db_co2876_v1&rcid=0661312bb7a641b1924f8fe417602879 .  Your support would mean a lot to me. Thank you so much! Brad

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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.