Catherine Lynn Watson
Catherine Lynn Watson was born on January 18, 1954 to Daniel and Bernice Doan at the Syracuse, Nebraska Hospital. She was the 5th of 7 girls. She graduated from Syracuse High School in 1972. She headed off to California for a few years before returning to Nebraska. She worked for the University Of Nebraska College Of Business Administration Department Of Management for over 25 years before retiring in January of 2014. She met her husband Dick Watson on a blind date arranged by a co-worker and mutual friend Michele (Jacobs) Kasuske at UNL. They were married on May 27, 1994 and soon moved to Ashland (Thank You Michelle for starting this 30 plus years of love). She also enjoyed being a volunteer bartender at the Ashland American Legion Post 129 for over 20 years and a fill-in bartender at Mona’s Country Liquor in Ashland. She passed away March 24, 2024 after lung cancer returned and spread to her bones and spine. She is survived by husband Dick Watson (Ashland), Son- Mike Jensen (Colorado), Grandson -Jareth Jensen (Kansas), Sisters- Jeanne(Florida), Kay (Idaho), Debbie & Dave Folkman (Colorado), Patty & Rick Cook (Lincoln), Mitzi (Nebraska City), In-laws and spouses Jack & Carolyn Watson and Bryan & Valerie Watson all of Ashland, Many nieces & nephews and their children. Preceded in death by her parents and oldest sister Sharon and her pets Smokie, Beau, and Rocky. 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.
Arthur “Art” D. Witkowski
Born on June 3, 1931. Passed away on December 28, 2023. No service information 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.
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