Fred H. Fager, 90, of Craig NE

September 11, 2015 Leave a comment


Fred H. Fager, 90 years, of Craig, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Oakland Mercy Hospital in Oakland, Nebraska.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, September 14, 2015, 10:30 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church in Oakland, Nebraska.

VISITATION: Sunday 5-7 p.m. with family receiving friends and a REMEMBRANCE SERVICE at 7 p.m. all at Pelan Funeral Services Oakland. Visitation Monday will be held at the church one hour prior to the service.

BURIAL with MILITARY HONORS: Craig Cemetery in Craig, Nebraska

MEMORIALS: To the family for designation at a later time.

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Harold LeRoy Keeler, 79, of Lincoln NE

September 9, 2015 Leave a comment


Harold LeRoy Keeler was born to Jack Sisson and Minnie (Christensen) Keeler September 2, 1936 in Fremont, Nebraska. He passed away September 4, 2015 at Bryan LGH East in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 79 years.

Harold lived in Fremont most of his life. He was married and had three children; LeRoy, Bonnie and Terry. While in Fremont, he met Rosemarie “Sally”, and they were united in marriage there in 1969. He became a stepfather to Helen and Randy. Harold and Sally spent many more years in Fremont, relocating to Lincoln in 1986. Harold volunteered for the Good Neighbors Center for many years, and was very active in his community. Harold moved to the Logan Valley Manor in Lyons, Nebraska in July of 2014 due to his health. He was then moved to Arbor Manor in Fremont. He was able to spend the last week of his life in Milford, closer to the sparkle of his eye, Isaac.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sally; brother, Polly; sister, Alice; son, Terry; nephew, Wesley.

He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie of Fremont; son, LeRoy of York, NE; stepdaughters, Helen (Rocky) of Lyons, Nancy of Omaha, NE; stepson, Randy of Craig, NE; brothers, Jim (Donna) of Fremont, Bob (Diana) of Uehling, NE; brother-in-law, Mark Hart of Oakland, NE; Grandsons, Nick (Jen) of Lincoln, Jason (Heather) of Omaha; granddaughters, Jennifer (Jared) of Oakland, Kari (David) of Golden, CO, Katelyn of Omaha, Riquita and Andrea both of Fremont; great grandchildren Isaac of Lincoln, Cali of Fremont, Trystin, Sophitia, Roarik and Rand all of Golden; many nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; cousins.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, September 12, 2015, 2:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army Church in Fremont, Nebraska.

NO VISITATION

BURIAL: Craig Cemetery in Craig, Nebraska

MEMORIALS:  To the family.

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James Boyd Fleischman, 89, of Craig NE

September 8, 2015 Leave a comment


James Boyd Fleischman was born near Palmyra, Nebraska, to AJ and Mabel (Kunz) Fleischman on February 2, 1926, and entered into his eternal rest on September 3, 2015 at his home surrounded by family.

James and his farming parents moved to the Tekamah area with six brothers and one sister when the children were young.

On February 19, 1952, James married Dorothy Bowden at the First Baptist Church in Tekamah.  The couple was blessed with five children to play and work together with on the farm they called home.

He was a son, brother, husband, uncle, dad and grandpa.  He managed all of these roles with love and fishing. He taught many of his grandkids the art of baiting a hook, catching a fish, and then letting the fish go again.  Over the years, he could be found often with a kid or two on his lap reading or rocking.  He was a 4-H leader and junior high Sunday school teacher.  He held many leadership roles in his church and was involved in various farm related organizations for many years, contributing to his lifestyle as a farmer. He followed his children and grandchildren in their adventures wholeheartedly.  He was always teasing, always loving, always supporting, and was a friend to all! God was his refuge and James now resides in the presence of his King.

Left behind to honor and make him proud are his wife of 63 years, Dorothy; his children, Karen (Judson) Byleen of Lincoln, NE,  Allen (Becky) Fleischman, Kim (Kathy) Fleischman, Dennis (Judy) Fleischman all of Tekamah, NE, and Chris (Julie) Fleischman of Herman, NE; grandchildren, Austin (Karlie) Byleen, Rachel (Cody) Madsen, Amanda Byleen, Ryan and Garrett Fleischman, Matt Fleischman, Bailey, Brett, and Ben Fleischman, Jessica and Jadyn Fleischman, Melissa (Mike) Simmons, Mark (Adrianne) Ray, and Kiley Ray; great-grandkids, Landen, Logan, and Brecken Byleen, Adelyn Madsen; 10 step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Morris (Bonnie) Fleischman and Orval (Helen) Fleischman; many nieces, nephews and family members. We promise to make you proud Grandpa James!!

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, September 10, 2015, 10:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Tekamah, Nebraska.

VISITATION: Wednesday 4:30-7 p.m. at Pelan Funeral Services Tekamah. Visitation Thursday will be held at the church one hour prior to the service

BURIAL: Tekamah Cemetery in Tekamah, Nebraska

MEMORIALS: First Baptist Church – Tekamah and the Burt County Fair Foundation.

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Maral Jan McAdoo-Mittel, 57, of Lyons NE

September 8, 2015 Leave a comment


Maral Jan McAdoo-Mittel, 57 years, of Lyons, Nebraska passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015 at her residence.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Will be held a later date

NO VISITATION

MEMORIALS: To the family to be designated at a later date.

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Harold L. Keeler, 79, of Lincoln NE

September 6, 2015 Leave a comment


HAROLD L. KEELER, 79 years, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away Friday, Spetember 4, 2015 at the Bryan Medical Center in Lincoln.

FAMILY MEMORIAL SERVICE:

VISITATION:

BURIAL: 

MEMORIALS:

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James B. Fleischman, 89, of Craig NE

September 5, 2015 Leave a comment


James B. Fleischman, 89 years, of rural Craig, Nebraska passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015 at his residence.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, September 10, 2015, 10:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Tekamah, Nebraska.

VISITATION: Wednesday 4:30-7 p.m. at Pelan Funeral Services Tekamah. Visitation Thursday will be held at the church one hour prior to the service

BURIAL: Tekamah Cemetery in Tekamah, Nebraska

MEMORIALS: First Baptist Church – Tekamah and the Burt County Fair Foundation.

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Maral Jan McAdoo-Mittel, 57, of Lyons NE

September 4, 2015 Leave a comment


Maral Jan McAdoo-Mittel, 57 years, of Lyons, Nebraska passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015 at her residence.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Services are pending with Pelan Funeral Services.

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James B. Fleischmann of Craig NE

September 4, 2015 Leave a comment


James B. Fleischman, of Craig, Nebraska passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015 at his residence.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Services are pending with Pelan Funeral Services.

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Melva Huffman, 80, of Decatur NE

September 1, 2015 Leave a comment


Melva Dee Huffman was born to William and Fanny (Renner) Hankins on March 15, 1935 in Rosalie, Nebraska. She passed away Monday, August 31, 2015 at Burgess Health Center in Onawa, Iowa, at the age of 80 years.

Melva was raised on the family farm near Macy, Nebraska, and graduated from Macy High School in 1952. She attended Wayne State College, where she got her teaching certificate and later taught at Busse School south of Decatur.

On May 17, 1954, Melva was married to William Phelps. They lived and worked together on their farm south of Decatur until Bill’s death in 1975. They were blessed with 3 children; Steve, Julie and James.

Melva was united in marriage to Melvin Huffman in 1978 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They made their home in rural Decatur, where they opened Mel’s Place and later owned D&M Radiator until Melvin’s death in 2010.

Melva loved to read, embroider, work on crossword puzzles and spend time with her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands; two brothers; one sister.

She is survived by her children, Steve Phelps of Merrill, IA, Julie (Keith) Miller of Decatur, James (Beth) Phelps of Decatur; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; three sisters; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; a host of nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, September 3, 2015, 10:00 am, at Decatur United Methodist Church, Decatur.

VISITATION: Wednesday 6-8 pm with family receiving friends and PRAYER SERVICE: 7 p.m., all at Pelan Funeral Services Tekamah.

BURIAL: Hillcrest Cemetery, Decatur, NE.

MEMORIALS: To the family for designation at a later time.

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Harold L. Beckner, 89, of Oakland NE

August 31, 2015 Leave a comment


HAROLD L. BECKNER was born to Theodore and Marie (Ruby) Beckner on December 28, 1925 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He passed away August 29, 2015 at Oakland Heights Nursing Home in Oakland, Nebraska.

Harold received his education and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs in 1944.

Upon graduation, he immediately enlisted in the Army Air Corps. He flew in a B29 as a gunner, and was stationed in Guam until the end of WWII. One of his squadron’s duties was protection of the Enola Gay. They were also part of the show of arms at the signing of the Japanese surrender on the Battleship Missouri. He was forever proud of his military service; only in his last few years was he able to share some memories with family, friends, and anyone who would listen.

After the war, he returned to Council Bluffs. On May 13, 1946, Harold was married to Jeannette Sluyter. To this marriage three sons were born; Gary, Harold and Ted.

He worked for several years for the Union Pacific Railroad. From there he began his career with Northwestern Bell Telephone Company, until his retirement in 1981. Upon retirement, he began helping farmers in the Oakland and Lyons area. He was always eager to help anyone out, and enjoyed the friendships he made along the way. His friendly personality made him a great flower delivery man for his daughter-in-law.

June 28, 1984, Harold married Judy Lurz and gained four more children; Susan, Sandra, Darrell and Danny. He and Judy enjoyed their children and grandchildren immensely and rarely missed any of their activities. They loved to travel, and spent many winters in Arizona. He loved Judy’s cooking, and the times they spent visiting friends and relatives. Harold never met a stranger. He loved to build and remodel houses; he enjoyed hunting, fishing, outdoor activities and trading cars.

Harold was involved, and very active in the Robert Klase-Rogers VFW Post #7998, Harvey Lenig American Legion Post #83, Tekamah Masonic Lodge #31 A.F. & A.M., Telephone Pioneers, and Swing Aways Square Dance Club. He was also a member of Salem Covenant Church in rural Oakland.

He is survived by his sons, Gary (Susan) Beckner of Blair, NE, Harold (Maxine) Beckner of Clear Lake, IA, Ted (Sue) Beckner of Oakland, Darrell (Marta) Lurz of Valentine, NE, Danny Lurz of Beemer, NE; daughters, Susan Neal of Bedford, NE, Sandra Doyle of Loup City, NE; sister, Becky “Edith” Beckner of Florence, OR; 14 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, September 1, 2015, 10:30 am, at Salem Covenant Church, rural Oakland.

VISITATION: Monday 5-7 pm with family receiving friends and MASONIC SERVICE: 7 p.m., all at Pelan Funeral Services Oakland. Visitation Tuesday will be held at the church one hour prior to the service.

BURIAL WITH MILITARY HONORS: Salem Cemetery, rural Oakland

MEMORIALS: Donor’s Choice

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Harold Beckner

Harold Beckner

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