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Obituary for Glen Carl Plock

A Memorial Service for Glen will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023 at First United Methodist Church in York, Nebraska. Pastor Trudy Hanke will preside over the Memorial Service.

A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023 at Fairmont Public Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation to honor Veteran's causes.

Glen Carl Plock was born March 9, 1947 to Carl E. and Wilma M. (Philson) Plock in Geneva, Nebraska at Filmore County Hospital. He was one of 6 children born into the family. Glen passed away at his home in York, Nebraska, surrounded by his family, on May 25, 2023 at the age of 76 years, 2 months, and 16 days.

He went to kindergarten at country school then received the rest of his education at Fairmont Public School, graduating in 1966. That same year, he was drafted in the Army where he served at Fort Polk, Louisiana. In June of 1966, Glen was sent to Vietnam where he served his country overseas until November 1967. He then returned to the States where he was stationed at Fort Sam in Houston, Texas. Glen returned to home in June 1968. Glen received the Marksman Badge, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.

In the fall of 1968, he went to Milford Trade School pursuing automotive technology. Glen then worked for Capek Farms from 1968 to 1972. During this time, he married Jeanette Capek on October 18, 1969. From this marriage, Shelly and Ann were born. In November of 1972, Glen started working at for Co-op in Milligan, Nebraska, where he worked for the next 21 years. Glen and Jeanette divorced in 1979.

On May 25, 1984, Glen married Joyce Kronhofman. From this marriage, Glen gained two children, Joseph and Tanya. This marriage also nourished his love of giving, resulting in the fostering of over 50 children.

Glen was active in the American Legion for over 50 years, while also enjoying being an umpire for softball in Milligan.

Glen and Joyce moved to York, Nebraska in 1999. He pursued a new endeavor, becoming an active member in the York Eagles Club which he managed for many years. Glen also worked at Nutrition Services for 6 years. He spent the years after Nutrition Services working at Cornerstone Bank and Black Barts convenience store. Glen finished his working career managing Big Alkali Fish Camp south of Valentine, Nebraska. He used his love of people and the outdoors to thrive at Big Alkali from 2012 to 2016. He then returning home to York to retire. Glen still received messages and calls from visitors at Big Alkali, sharing their memories of the camping resort.

Glen was preceded by Death by his parents Carl and Wilma; sister Joann and brothers-in-law Gerald Switzer and Robert Schubart.

Glen is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughters Ann & Tony Tagliaferro, Tanya & Tim Peters, and Shelly Hansen; Son Joe & Paige Kronhofman, and honorary daughter Jess Thompsen. He was also survived by many grandkids including Kortney and Cody Kronhofman, Wyatt and Whitney Hansen, Evan and Ryan Tagliaferro, and Claton and Bryce Peters. Among his grandkids, Glen is survived by many "honorary grandkids", Ty Capek, Laramie Elliot, Spencer Galaway, Brandon Capek, and honorary great-grandkids Eli and Hadley Galaway. He is also survived by brothers William Plock and Larry (Lynda) Plock, sisters Carolyn Switzer and Doris Schubart; sisters-in-law Deb Sieber (Lonnie), Anita Brace (Andy), Charlotte Ward (Mark), Jackie Coy (Brud), Diana Uldrich, and Patty Elliot (Jim).

Glen loved camping, boating, cooking, the outdoors, and car racing. Glen hated the word "step kids." Everyone were Glen's kids one way or another. He lived his life full of love for others, always giving pieces of his heart to whoever needed a laugh or a hug.
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(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, from Farmer & Son Funeral Home)

Glen married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Anton graduated from Milligan High School in 1941 and helped his father on the family farm after his graduation. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in March, 1944, training at Camp Pendelton. He was in the Pacific theater and landed at Nagasaki two days after the A-Bomb and stayed there for almost a year with the Military Police Occupational Forces. He was honorably discharged in August, 1946. (Milligan, p 233).

(Medical):Anton found out he had cancer in September, 1977, and suffered for two years. A greater share of this time was sepnd in hospitals. (Milligan, p 233).

Anton married Edna Anna Zumpfe on 8 Apr 1947 in Saline County, Nebraska. Edna was born on 26 Jan 1926 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 9 May 2016 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian Brethren Cemetery (AKA Cesky Bratri Cemetery), Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Daughter of Joseph and Emma Filip Zumpfe. She went to county school District #53 in Saline County. She attended Friend High School, and after her graduation in 1943 she taught for three years in Saline County District #96. (Milligan, p 233).

Obituary, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, from Farmer and Sons website

Edna Anna Capek was born on January 26, 1926 to Joseph and Emma (Filipi) Zumpfe at the family farm south of Friend, NE. She passed away on May 9, 2016 at the Heritage Crossing in Geneva, NE reaching the age of 90 years three months and fourteen days. She was one of five daughters in the family.

Edna attended grade school at District 53 one mile south of their home. She and her sisters walked to school every day. She graduated from Friend High School in 1943. While going to high school in the winter they often stayed in Friend because of the condition of the roads. Her father picked them up on the weekend. She took normal training as a senior in high school which enabled her to teach grade school until her marriage.

Edna met Anton Capek at her sister Helen's wedding to Ed Smith, who was Anton's first cousin. Anton enlisted in the Marines and they corresponded during his time in the service and fell in love. They were married at the home of the bride on April 8, 1947. They made their first home one mile south two miles west and ? mile south of Milligan which was called the Cecrle place.
They were blessed with a daughter Jeanette Ann and a son Raymond John.

In 1959 they moved to the home place when Anton Sr. and Agnes moved to town. They lived on the home place until August of 1975 when Ray and his wife Jan moved to the farm.
Anton and Edna then resided four miles east and two miles south of Geneva. After a courageous battle with cancer, Anton passed away on May 14, 1979. Edna continued to live on the farm and worked at Heritage Crossings for fifteen years, first as a cook and then doing laundry. During her years of employment she made many good friends.

Edna enjoyed traveling with her daughter and cousin and many memories were made.
Edna moved to Sunshine Villa in Milligan in March of 1996. She resided there until her move to Heritage Crossing in October of 2012 due to failing health.

Leaving the Villa, was a hard decision for Edna as it had been her home for many years and many wonderful friends were made. They were like a family.

Her move to Heritage was an adjustment, she thought they came into her room way too much, but she soon made friends and then welcomed their appearance.

Edna was a wonderful mother, grandma and great grandma. She was always there for her children. Jeanette remembers all of the guidance she gave, the things she taught her and the unconditional love she gave. Memories of her mother will be in her heart forever.
Ray, being a true boy, was ornery and loved to tease. She always said that it was his father coming out in him. She loved every minute of it. He was fiercely loyal to her and he would move mountains for her if he could.

She was a wonderful cook teaching her daughter-in-law how to make a tasty kraut and dumplings, and wonderful dressing. Her grandsons were convinced she could put Col. Sander's chicken to shame. Her kolache were mouth watering and disappeared quickly at any gathering.
Ann stayed with grandma while her mother worked out of the home and both Ann and Shelly cherished every minute they spent with grandma.

Edna loved to garden, canning its bounty, work with her flowers, raise chickens and ducks and enjoy the great outdoors. She loved to crochet and made each of the grandchildren an afghan which they cherish.

She and Tony loved to dance and would regularly go to polka dances with their neighbors and friends. They also loved to attend the Burwell rodeo and did so many times.

Edna was a member of the Milligan American Legion Auxiliary, Milligan Juniors Extension Club, the Western Fraternal Life Association ? Z.C.B.J. Lodge, and the Milligan Methodist Church.

Edna was preceded in death by her parents, husband Anton Capek Jr. her sisters Helen, Emma and Mary brothers-in-law, Ed Smith, Willard Engel, Milo Nejdl and Henry Hayek and sister-in-law Irma Hayek.

She is survived by her daughter, Jeanette Cornell of Grand Island, son Ray and daughter-in-law Jan of Milligan, grandsons Jason Capek of Shelton, NE. Justin and wife Melissa of Ohiowa, NE, Jon and wife Audra of Carleton, NE and Josh Capek of Tobias. Granddaughters Ann Tagliaferro and husband Tony of Commerce City CO, Shelly and husband Mike of Kenesaw NE and sister Olga Nejdl of Crete, NE. Also eleven great-grandchildren and many relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Edna were held on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Milligan. Pastor Brad Barrows officiated the services. Deb Brunkow accompanied the congregation in the singing of "Amazing Grace," "Abide With Me," and "Hymn Of Promise."

Pallbearers for the service included Jason Capek, Justin Capek, Jon Capek, Josh Capek, Roger Capek, and Glen Capek. Honorary bearers were Larry Capek, Gerald Capek, Tony Tagliaferro, and Mike Hansen. Interment was held in the Bohemian National Cemetery. Memorials are directed to the United Methodist Church, the Milligan American Legion, or the Milligan Library. Farmer & Son Funeral Home conducted the services. Online condolences may be left at www.farmerandsonfuneralhome.com.

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Married:
After their marriage, they made their home on a farm 3/4 miles from Anton's parents, on the Joe and Mary Kassik Cecrle place for thirteen years. They later moved to the home place. (Milligan, p 233).

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Anton, along with his two older brothers, was needed to help in the fields and to take care of the livestock, so he only received six years of schooling. (Milligan, p 232).

(Research):

Census Listings:

1930 Census
Nebraska, Fillmore County, Glengary Twp
Enumerated April 7, 1930
ED 30-17 SD 11 Sheet 3B
50-51
Capek, Joseph Head M W 44 S 23 Ne Czech Czech Farmer
Capek, Josie Wf F W 41 S 20 Neb Czech Czech
Capek, Rose Dtr F W 18 S Neb Neb Neb
Capek, Joseph Son M W 9 9/12 S Neb Neb Neb
Capek, Arnold Son M W 1 2/12 S Neb Neb Neb
51-52
Anton and Anna Fujan family
52-53
Capek, Anton Head m W 46 M 35 Neb Czech Czech Farmer
Capek, Agnes Wf F W 39 M 28 Neb Czech Czech
Capek, Irma Dtr F W 10 4/6 S Neb Neb Neb
Capek, Anton Son M W 6 3/12 S Neb Neb Neb

Anton married Agnes Herynk on 25 Feb 1919. Agnes (daughter of Anton Herynk and Terezie Vejraska) was born on 1 Nov 1890 in Nebraska; died on 31 Jul 1984 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Agnes SSN 507-62-8710

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Married:
They were neighbors growing up, living only half a mile apart. Both attended rural school in District #43. After their marriage, Anton and Agnes took over the farm where the senior Capeks had lived. They also raised chickens and had a large garden and orchard. After retiring in 1959, their son Anton Jr moved onto the home place. (Milligan, pp 232-233).