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Richard F. Zuerlein

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Richard Zuerlein, 68, of Lincoln, formerly of Columbus, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, in Lincoln, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer.

A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Henry’s on 11th in Columbus, between 3 and 5pm.

Richard F. Zuerlein was born on Sep. 6, 1954, in Humphrey, Nebraska, to Gerald and Helen (Goeckel) Zuerlein. He graduated from St. Francis High School in 1973. Richard was employed with the City of Humphrey 1973 to 1975, then transitioned to the City of Columbus in 1977 where he later retired in 2019.

Richard enjoyed many things in life, but especially loved spending time with his children, taking care of plants, and feeding the squirrels. He would voluntarily help his neighbors with any building, painting, or other projects needing done. He also enjoyed tending to and maintaining his landscaping, and was most memorable for a pristine lawn.

Richard is survived by his children, Geri (Paul) Mobley of Seward, Bryan Zuerlein of Sioux Falls, SD, Michael (Elizabeth) Zuerlein of Elkhorn, and Trevor (Abigail) Zuerlein of Raymond; siblings, Phyllis (Duane) Vavra of Columbus, Karen (Kenny) Anderson of North Platte, Joan Rathjen-Davis of Humphrey, Mary (Ray) Hemmer of Humphrey, and Ivan Zuerlein of Kearney; ex-wife Deanna Asche; four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his Mother and Father, Helen and Gerald; step-mother Loretta; and nephew, Greg Hemmer.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating Trees in Memory of Richard through the Arbor Day Foundation.

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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.

Cameron Lee Zabokrtsky

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Cameron Lee Zabokrtsky of Cortland, Nebraska – formerly Topeka, Kansas, passed in his sleep on Sunday September 4, 2022 with his wife and friends by his side.

Cameron was born in Beatrice, Nebraska. He moved to Topeka, Kansas when he was five years old. He attended Lyman elementary, Logan Junior High, and graduated from Seaman High School in 1980. Cameron was always a hard worker who had many jobs. One of the jobs he loved the most and was very talented at was being a Glassman. He went on to own his own business, packing and moving for the military. A business he was devoted to up until his diagnosis with cancer.

Cameron was proceeded in death by his daughter, Rachel M. Zabokrtsky, Grandparents Edith Payne, Emil and Alice Zabokrtsky, many aunts and uncles, and many close friends.

Cameron is survived by his wife Deedra Zabokrtsky, Daughters Arial and Aleta Zabokrtsky, Stepdaughters Lesa Morrison (Robbie and Granddaughter Lyla) and Amy Karr of Cortland, NE.

Ex-wife Traci Rabb, Sons Travis Zabokrtsky (Granddaughter Elee and Grandson Kaleb), Shawn Zabokrtsky. Ex-wife Angi Adams, Son Chaz Zabokrtsky (Kayla Finley and Grandson Elliot) and Stepdaughter Raeley Rickell, of Topeka, KS.

Brothers, Brian Zabokrtsky (Rita), Clark Zabokrtsky (Carol) of Topeka, KS. Michael Osborn, Pat (Kyle) Osborn, Bobby Osborn of Osage City, KS. Sister Claudia Rogers (Walt) of Topeka, KS. Grandfather Claude Payne of Topeka, KS. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Cameron’s wish was to be cremated. A service will be announced at a later date and will be held in Topeka, KS. In lieu of flowers donations can be made at Cortland State Bank in Cortland, NE for Aleta Zabokrtsky’s upcoming band trip.

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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.

Wanda Zortman

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Born November 9, 1948.

Passed away on July 10, 2022.

No service information at this time.

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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.

Clarence Leo Zwetzig

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Born on April 5, 1935.

Passed away on March 25, 2022.

No service information at this time.

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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.

Gary Arnold Zierke Sr.

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From Ashland, Nebraska.

Born on February 24, 1944.

Passed away on October 1, 2021.

No service at this time.

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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.