Living

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

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]

Notes:

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.

Notes:

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).

Notes:

Everett Bartels, age 86 of Tobias, NE, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Gardenside LTC in Fairbury. He was born December 17, 1923 at Tobias, NE. Everett was a retired farmer Survived by wife Iona, daughters Judy & Marlon Buzek of Stromsburg, NE, Janet & Raymond Capek of Milligan, NE, Joy & Scott Wolfe of Daykin, NE. 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Brother Willard Bartels and wife Judy of Tobias, NE, sisters, Leona Klawitter of Tobias, NE, Donna Steinbrook of Tobias, NE, Dorothy Brandt of Western, NE. Preceded in death by parents Otto and Lena Schwisow Bartels, brothers Vernon and Gaylord.
Funeral services will be held Monday, February 15, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, rural Tobias, NE with Pastor Ryan Meyer officiating. Burial in Zion Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials to family's choice. Family will greet friends from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home in Fairbury.

From Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home, courtesy Dennis Belohlavy

Everett married Iona Kleine on 12 Sep 1948 in Daykin, Jefferson County, Nebraska. Iona was born on 3 Mar 1929 in Daykin, Jefferson County, Nebraska; died on 20 Jul 2016 in Fairbury, Jefferson County, Nebraska; was buried in Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery, Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Iona Mae (Kleine) Bartels was born on March 3, 1929 on a farm northwest of Daykin, Nebraska. She was the only child of William and Minnie (Hahn) Kleine and passed away on July 20, 2016 in Fairbury, Nebraska at the age of 87 years, 4 months and 17 days. Iona was baptized on March 17, 1929 at her home and confirmed in Christ on June 21, 1943 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Daykin, Nebraska.

Iona attended elementary school at District 35 and graduated from Daykin High School in 1946. Following graduation, she enrolled at Commercial Extension of Omaha.

On September 12, 1948, Iona was united in marriage to Everett L. Bartels at St. John's Lutheran Church in Daykin, Nebraska. They were privileged to celebrate 61 years of marriage. This marriage was blessed with three daughters, Judy, Janet and Joy.

Iona was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church of Tobias, Nebraska. She was a member of Zion Ladies Aid, LWML and her church circle serving as a leader for many years. She enjoyed making the church's baptismal banners until her health declined. Special interests during her lifetime included baking, gardening, music, embroidery and painting.

Preceding her in death were her parents, William and Minnie Kleine; her husband, Everett Bartels and her parents-in-law, Otto and Lena Bartels.

Survivors cherishing her memory include her daughters and their spouses, Judy and Marlon Buzek of Stromsburg, Nebraska; Janet & Ray Capek of Milligan, Nebraska and Joy and Scott Wolfe of Daykin, Nebraska.

Grandchildren and great-grandchildren include Heather and Eric Lindsley, Grant and Logan of Osceola, Nebraska; Chad and Stephanie Buzek, Tara and Tori of Stromsburg, Nebraska, Jason Capek, Chase and Carter of Shelton, Nebraska; Justin and Melissa Capek, Jayden and Liam of Ohiowa, Nebraska; Jon and Audra Capek and Stormi of Carleton, Nebraska; Joshua Capek of Tobias, Nebraska; Aaron and Jennifer Wolfe, Cooper, Berkeley and Decker of Tobias, Nebraska and Megan and Derrick Haake, Maddox, Bryant and Harper of Daykin, Nebraska.

Other immediate relatives include brother-in-law Willard Bartels and wife Judy of Tobias, Nebraska; Sisters-in-law, Leona Klawitter of Milligan, Nebraska; Dorothy Brandt of Western, Nebraska and Patricia Bartels and Donna Steinbrook of Tobias, Nebraska and nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Special friends were Charles and Bernita Boesch of Blackwell, Oklahoma and the residents and staff of Cedarwood Assisted Living.

Services will be Monday, July 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Tobias, NE with Pastor Ryan Meyer officiating. The family will greet friends on Sunday evening from 6 ? 8 at Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home in Fairbury. Burial will be in Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery. Memorials will go to the Family's Choice. Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Notes:

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]

Notes:

Agnes SSN 507-62-8710

Notes:

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).