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Memorials for the Class of 1952
Lester Daniel "Dan" Wolfe, 78, of Johnson Lake, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014, at Lexington Regional Health Center.
He was born February 25, 1935, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Lester and Laura (Hoadley) Wolfe. Dan attended District #3 rural school, and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1952.
Dan married Shirley Collicott on May 28, 1954, they had four children.
He lived in Oxford, Grand Island, Ravenna in addition to Lexington. Dan served in the Nebraska National Guard for six years. He farmed briefly and worked as a factory foreman, but spent most of his life working in sales. For two years he enjoyed weighing cars at the Platte Valley Speedway.
In his youth Dan raced stock cars and boxed. Later, he enjoyed golf, loved to attend his children's and grandchildren's events, and watched sports. He had a beautiful singing voice, and sang at many weddings, funerals, and church services across the state. Dan was a people person who could always find a friend; he told memorable stories and he always had a joke to share. He was generous, loving, funny, and kind.
Dan is survived by his wife Shirley of Johnson Lake; daughter Laurie Hervert (Clark) of Ord; son, Russ Wolfe (Kelly) of Kearney; daughter, Kathy Wolfe (Richard Barnes) of Lincoln; six grandchildren (Ami and Chad Nichols of Omaha, Adam and Jen Hervert of Pierce, Kyle and Ashley Wolfe of Broken Bow, Mitchell and Elizabeth Hervert of Liberty, MO, Caitlin and Jeff Schwartz of Cedar Rapids, and Alex Wolfe of Lincoln); three step-grandchildren (Samantha Lindahl and Carl of Norfolk, Alex Jones of Norfolk, and Allen Jones); four great-grandchildren (Jaylin Wiese, Libby Nichols, Emmett Hervert, and Ryker Wolfe) and three step-great-grandchildren (Brianna, Will and Charlotte Lindahl); siblings Dean Wolfe and Judy of Lincoln; Dorthy Philippi of Elwood; Dave Wolfe and Joyce of Overton; Dell Wolfe and Linda of Lexington; Donna Myer and Rich of Central City; Dixie Roberts and Gregg of Grand Island; and Debby Suhr and Rocky of Lexington; sister-in-law Carol Collicott of McCook, brother-in-law Dick Collicott of Culbertson, and stepmother-in-law Alice Ruppert of McCook; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents Lester and Laura Wolfe; infant daughter, Amy; brother Don Wolfe, sister Delores Latter and three infant siblings; mother-in-law, Pauline Dodson; father-in-law, Earl Collicott; stepfather-in-law, Delmar Dodson, sister-in-law, Bonnie (Maloley) Neff; brothers-in-law Denny Latter, Don Philippi, and Zickie Maloley.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, January 13, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Lexington with Reverend Dr. Dyton Owen officiating.
Visitation will be Sunday, January 12, 2014, from 2-4 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.
Memorials, in lieu of flowers please, are suggested to the Chapel of the Lake at Johnson Lake or Operation Santa Claus.
It was Dan's wishes his body be cremated following the funeral service. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting with arrangements. Please forward online condolences to the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
Joyce Louise (Ingram) Speak, 79, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013 in Ogden, Utah.
Friends are invited to join with the family at graveside services to be held on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Lindquist's Washington Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd. Family will also meet with friends on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd in Ogden.
Joyce was born in Odessa on June 22, 1934 to Henry Dell and Mable Sear Ingram. She enjoyed a wonderful upbringing in Lexington with her two older siblings, Dwain and Frances. Her family spent hours together at the ball fields cheering on her dad, who played minor league baseball until he was 42 years old.
Joyce graduated from Lexington High School in 1952. She was a spirited, redheaded cheerleader who was christened with the nickname "Red," which lasted throughout her entire life. Joyce loved school, learning and teaching others. This love eventually led to a bachelor of science degree in education with distinction from the University of Nebraska, where she became a true Cornhusker.
On Sept. 1, 1954, she married Charles, her high school sweetheart. They finished college together before moving to the Dugway Proving Ground in Utah, where Charles was stationed for military service. While there, son Steven was born. After release from the service, Charles gained employment at Thiokol, so the family moved to Ogden, and later North Ogden where daughter Barbara was born. The family lived in North Ogden for 37 years. Joyce moved to a new home in the southeast part of Ogden in 1999 and enjoyed 14 years of wonderful retirement with her husband.
Joyce taught school at both Taylor and Bates Elementary School before making a decision to stay home to raise her children. She set a true example of what a good wife, mother, and friend should be. She was a devoted, gentle, and loving mother and was always a cheerleader for her children and grandchildren. She left a legacy of wonderful childhood memories for her children to treasure. She continued her nurturing role as a grandmother, always finding a way to connect and touch the lives of her grandchildren.
Joyce was warm, kind, and had true compassion and empathy for others. She sensed when someone needed a lift in their spirit and she answered their needs with phone calls, countless cards, and sweet treats (her specialty). The unconditional love and generosity Joyce gave to those she touched in her life left footprints on their hearts that will help and guide them throughout their lives, assuring them that they are forever loved.
Health issues plagued Joyce throughout her life, but she always found joyful things to fill her time at home. Just like her name, there was always "joy" in Joyce. She could work her way through any crossword or jigsaw puzzle and loved getting the final Jeopardy answer correct in her daily challenges with her hubby. She loved the sport of baseball her entire life and loved watching the Jazz. She dotted the walls of her home with beautiful cross-stitched works or art. She loved getting her red hair done with her good friend Judy, going to Circle at the Methodist Church, and she loved all of her special PEO ladies and friends.
Joyce is survived by her husband of 59 years. Charles Speak; her son, Steven (Peg) Speak; daughter, Barbara (Benson) Roper; grandchildren, Jonathan Speak, Evan (Megan) Roper, Kellie and McKay Roper and one great-grandchild, Lincoln.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Dell and Mable Ingram; siblings, Dwain Ingram and Frances Serafin and one grandson, Matthew James Roper.
Special thanks to Encompass Hospice for their wonderful support and care.
Memorials are suggested to the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, 500 Huntsman Way, Salt Lake City, Utah 84108.
Norma Jean Bappe, 78, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Monday, April 15, 2013, at Help for Health Hospice Home in Riverton, Wyoming.
Norma Jean Henderson was born September 9, 1934, to Ross and Faye (Goedert) Henderson in Lexington, Nebraska. She graduated from Lexington High School in 1952. She lived in and around Lexington her entire life with the exception of the last three weeks when she moved to Riverton, Wyoming and Help for Health Hospice.
She married Robert "Bob" Bappe on September 29, 1953, and had two children; Michael and Mark. After 55 years of marriage, Bob passed away in 2008. Norma spent 10 years with Northwestern Bell as a telephone operator and it was while at this job that she and Bob met. Bob was a clerk with the Union Pacific Railroad and they often spoke on the phone as Bob was making long-distance business calls.
Norma enjoyed people. She was easy to be with and enjoyed living a simple, frugal life. One of her great pleasures was digging up an old coin found using her metal detector, another was discovering a piece of depression glass at a garage sale. She spent much of her life volunteering with the hospital auxiliary, Red Cross and was a mentor at the Morton/Sandoz Elementary for many years. The latter gave her special pleasure and she often spoke about the children that she hoped to have positively influenced. Her two boys were in the center of her heart and she was always their cheerleader. She was a member of the Evangelical Free Church.
Her mother, father and only sibling, Duane Henderson also preceded her in death.
Survivors include her two children Mike, his wife Sandra of rural Cozad, NE and Mark and his wife Becky of rural Riverton, WY. She had four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a special nephew, Greg Henderson and wife Kathy of Kearney, NE.
Funeral Services will be Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Duane Russell officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Friday, April 19, 2013, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Memorials are suggested to the Evangelical Free church. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.
Dorner, Marie J. (Jan)
May 11, 1934 - Aug 3, 2011
Preceded in death by husband: John Dorner; daughter: Melodee Martinez. Survived by children: Michelle (Mark) Routt, Mike Dorner, Marcella (Bruce) Barton, Mark (Joann) Dorner, 14 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother: Harold Adams; host of friends. VISITATION Friday 5-7pm with Rosary 7pm all at mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am at Blessed Sacrament Church 3020 Curtis Avenue. Interment St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery. Memorials: To The Family.
W. Dale Dyer
Dale was born in Elwood, Neb. He grew up in Lexington, Neb., graduated from Lexington High School with the Class of 1952 and received a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Nebraska, and a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Santa Clara.
Dale married his high school sweetheart, Carolyn Temple, and they had two children: a son, Mike Dyer, and a daughter, Peggy Knowles.
For several years after graduation, Dale worked as an engineer for General Dynamics in San Diego, Calif., doing work on some of the early space technology. However, the state of Oregon was where he and Carolyn really wanted to raise their family, where they could enjoy fishing and hunting and the beautiful outdoors, so they moved to Corvallis.
Not finding much space research going on in Corvallis, Dale decided to start a business of his own, so he established Double D Contractors Inc., and Double D Realty Inc., and started building and selling homes and small commercial buildings. For the next 40 years, he worked as a builder and developer of properties in the Corvallis, Albany and Philomath areas. He was a part of the original development of the Timberhill subdivision in northwest Corvallis.
Dale was always an avid fan of the Nebraska Cornhusker football team, and rarely missed a chance to talk to anyone who would listen about his favorite team.
Dale is survived by his wife, Carolyn; son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Beth Dyer; by his daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Thad Knowles; and by three brothers, Dallas, Marvin and Orin. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. To his great delight, 10 grandchildren and six-great-grandchildren called him "Grandpa."
A memorial service will take place at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, at First Christian Church in Corvallis.
Contributions in his name can be made to the church or Benton Hospice Service in care of First Christian Church, 602 S.W. Madison Ave., Corvallis, OR 97333.
Received the obituary from Mr. Dyer's brother and sister-in-law.
Marvin Odell Loschen, 77, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Sunday, July 10, 2011, at BryanLGH East Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was born April 1, 1934 in Lexington, Nebraska to George and Irene (Soucie) Loschen. Marvin was a 1952 graduate of Lexington High School. He was united in marriage to Patsy Wing on June 18, 1953, at Lexington, Nebraska. Three children were blessed to this marriage; Marvin E. (Butch), Susan and Tammy.
Marvin's working years included 10 years spent as a Care Home Administrator in Deshler and Valentine, Nebraska, farming and driving semi. He spent 12 years with Speedway Trucking. He then owned and operated his own trucks while driving for C.R. England Trucking Company. Prior to his death he was driving truck for Mark Allen. Of note, and a fact that Marvin was so proud of, is helping build fences on I-80 for the new interstate from North Platte, Nebraska to York, Nebraska.
He was a charter member of Grace Lutheran Church where he was currently serving on the church council and was past director of youth services. He was also an active member of the Lexington Rotary club.
Marvin's idea of fun was to play Pinochle with the card club that he and Patsy were members of for 50 years. When you saw that twinkle in his eye and his little grin you knew he was up to something! Through the years he loved to square dance, go camping, help with the Rotary Easter egg hunts, Nascar, and being with his family. He always made everyone feel comfortable and welcome and he never knew a stranger. He will be so very missed.
Survivors include his wife: Patsy Loschen of Lexington, Nebraska. One daughter: Susan and her husband John Lepert of Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Four grandchildren: Michelle and her husband Sameer Khati of Parker, Colorado; Brian Lepert of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; Shannon and her husband Aaron Mathis of Plattsmouth, Nebraska and Heather Loschen and her special friend Raul Ochoa of Lexington, Nebraska. Two great-grandchildren: Augie Garcia of Lexington, Nebraska and Jeman Khati of Parker, Colorado. One sister: Phyllis Murrish of Kearney, Nebraska. Two sisters-in-law: Brenda Loschen of Evansville, Indiana. Norma and her husband Rex Robison of Cozad, Nebraska. Three brothers-in-law: Harvey and his wife Betty Wing of Gothenburg, Nebraska. Lawrence "Marvin" Wing of San Diego, California. Charles Daniels of San Diego, California. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents; son, Butch; infant daughter, Tammy; and brother, Larry.
Funeral Services will be Thursday, July 14, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Megan Morrow officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2011, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Memorials are suggested to Grace Lutheran Church or the Donor's Choice. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Please direct online condolences to the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
Harla Jean Gruber, age 77 of Cozad, died May 3, 2011 at the Golden Living Care Center in Cozad after a courageous 10-month battle with cancer.
Services will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad with Pastor Elaine Besthorn officiating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery south of Cozad.
Visitation will be held on Friday, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad.
Harla was born Feb. 9, 1934 at Lexington to Ed and Alma (Elliker) Kreitz. She graduated from Lexington High School in 1952. On Dec. 22, 1952, she married Doug Gruber. The couple made their home on the family farm south of Cozad where they lived the rest of their married lives together. Harla enjoyed playing bridge and was an avid reader; spending many great moments with her friends in bridge club and book club. Doug and Harla enjoyed music, traveling and spending summers at their home at Johnson Lake with family and friends.
Survivors include her husband Doug Gruber of Cozad; two daughters, Marsha Feik of Cozad, Marla (Paul) Jorgensen of Kearney; four sisters, Alfaretta Clevenger of Lincoln, Marilyn Sutherland of Banning, Calif., Beverly Adle of Yorba Linda, Calif., Janet Bowman of Eldridge, Iowa; four grandchildren, Matt (Alison) Feik of Cozad, Marcy Feik of Cozad, D.J. O'Donnell of Lexington, Cody O'Donnell of Denver and three great-grandchildren, Madison, Bryant and Austin.
She will be greatly missed by her dear friend Imogene St. John, plus many, many nieces, nephews and friends.
Harla was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Alma; siblings, Emily, Claire, Dean, Howard, Gordon and Jerry and a son-in-law, Mike Feik.
A memorial has been established in her memory. Condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad is in charge of arrangements.
John A. Milbourn, 74, died Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Illinois Knights Templar Home in Paxton, Illinois. His body was cremated and a memorial service will be held in Lexington, Nebraska, on Saturday, May 9, 2009, at 3:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel with Reverend John Craig officiating. The Family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 1:30-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 9th.
John was born April 26, 1934, in Odessa, Nebraska to Claude and Doris Milbourn. He married Lela Schultz of Loda, Illinois on February 14, 2001, in Paxton, Illinois.
John held many jobs in Lexington. He began as a paper boy, worked at the local hatchery and Prasch's Grocery Store. In 1952, he graduated from Lexington High School.
He joined the National Guard in 1956, he began his service in the U.S. Army and spent 1957-1959 at Fort Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska.
After military service, John worked at Cash-Wa Candy Company while attending business classes at Nebraska State College in Kearney, Nebraska. In 1961, he began working for the U.S. Postal Service in Lexington. He retired in January of 1992.
In 1997, John moved to Rantoul, Illinois. He volunteered many hours at the local Air Museum in Rantoul.
John suffered a stroke in June of 2004 and then lived at Heartland Care Center in Paxton prior to moving to Illinois Templar Home in December of 2004.
Survivors include his wife, Lela of Loda; sister, LaVonne (Richard) Smith of Rantoul; sister-in-law: Delores Milbourn of Omaha. Surviving nephews are Michael (Sharon) Milbourn, Lincoln, Nebraska; Christopher (Gwen) Smith of Paxton, Illinois, and Cory (Gloria) Milbourn of Omaha, Nebraska. Also surviving John is niece Lana (Steve) Sample of Paxton, Illinois. Surviving great-nephews are Dustin Smith, Cody Sample and Seth Milbourn. Surviving great-nieces are Elizabeth Smith and Resa Milbourn. John was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Leroy.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to: www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
Clementine M. (Fagot) King, 73, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington. She was born May 12, 1935, at Lexington, Nebraska to Ralph B. and Matilda (Welter) Fagot. Clementine grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1952. She then went on to attend Kearney State College.
She was united in marriage to Marion L. "Brad" King on April 8, 1967, at Grand Island, Nebraska. Clementine worked for 22 years in the Dawson County Treasurer's office.
Clementine enjoyed her pet dogs and shopping on QVC. She was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church as well as the Altar Society and a past member of the American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include one brother: Leo Fagot of Lexington, Nebraska. One sister: Veronica (Ted) Scholl of Kearney, Nebraska. Many nieces and nephews.
Clementine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Brad; two brothers and three sisters.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, July 7, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverend Paul Colling officiating. Rosary will be recited prior to Mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church. The Casket will be closed. Burial will be in the St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery at Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to Tri-County Hospital Hospice. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.
Air Force veteran: Darryn Wayne Gulden, 73 (1933-2006)
Darryn Wayne Gulden 73, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at Madonna Rehabilitation Center in Lincoln, Nebraska.
He was born September 24, 1933, at Lexington, to parents Edna Wolfe Gulden and Marion "Bud" Gulden of Lexington. He was educated at District #17 South and District #17 North; graduated from Lexington High School in 1952; and attended Southeast Community College at Milford for one year. In 1953, Darryn enlisted in the Air Force with the help of his Grandpa Rollie. He attended basic training in both Buloxi, Mississippi, and Lachlund AFB (Texas). He served in French Morocco in Africa. He then returned to Walker AFB in Roswell, New Mexico. He was honorably discharged January 11, 1957, and immediately enrolled that semester at Kearney State Teachers College (UNK). He received his bachelors of science degree in education in May, 1960.
He married Janice Phillippi on June 22, 1957, at Lexington. To this union, four daughters were born.
He taught high school and junior high sciences until 1967, in Litchfield and Cozad. During those years, he also was a school administrator and volleyball coach.
In June 1967, he joined Dawson Public Power District in Lexington. His title was Power Use Advisor, but wore many hats there. Throughout the years, he was involved in Lions Club, American Legion, Ducks Unlimited, served on the National Rural Electrical Association Public Information committee, was an advisor to Southeast Community College for Electrical Technology, member and committee member of the First Presbyterian Church, and NRA member. He received many awards for his commitment to the Power Industry.
He began his third career in agriculture after his retirement from NPPD in 1996. He enjoyed reading, gardening and farming, fishing and hunting, all children, family, teaching, applying his chemistry savvy to homemade cordials and wines, and making up silly songs on road trips. He enjoyed participating in grandchildren's extracurricular activities and was proud of them all. He especially liked helping people in any way he could.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents; a granddaughter, Sarai Ford; and many aunts and uncles.
Survivors include his wife, Janice Gulden of Lexington; an aunt, Eva Kirkpatrick of Overton, Nebraska; his sister, Carolyn Malzahn and husband Leon of Lexington; four daughters, Pam Abbott and husband Mike of Ogallala, Nebraska, Kristy Acton and husband Jerry of Firth, Nebraska, Robin Ford and husband Rod of Hickman, Nebraska, and Penny Hite and husband Shayne of Grant, Nebraska; nine grandchildren, Harrison, Maggie, Emily, Nathan, Courtney, Philip, Mackenzie, Quinton and Triston; and many beloved nieces and nephews and cousins.
Memorial Services were held Friday, November 3, 2006, at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with Rev. Caroline Vickery officiating. Burial was held prior to the memorial service at 9:30 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery with Military Honors.
Memorials are suggested to the Lexington Fire Department, Operation Santa Claus or the donor's choice.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington was in charge of arrangements.
obituary obtained from Tri-City Trib Online at www.tricitytrib.com
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