Frank Stejskal

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(Research):Census Information:

1880 Census
Nebraska, Saline County, Brush Creek
Enumerated 1 Day of June 1900
Page 15, SD 1 ED 222 Stamped 119
132-140
Stajskal, Frank W M 30 Farmer Bohemia Bohemia Bohemia
Stajskal, Anna W F 26 W Housekeeping Bohemia Bohemia Bohemia
Stajskal, Adolph W M 5 Son Neb Bohemia Bohemia
Stajskal, Tony W F 1 Dtr Neb Bohemia Bohemia

1900 Census
Nebraska, Fillmore County, Belle Prarie Twp
Enumerated 8 and 9 June 1900
SD 4 ED 17 Sheet 4A
61-61
Stejskal, Frank Hd W M Nov 1851 68 48 M 27 Bohemia Bohemi
a Bohemia 1873 27 Na Farmer
Stejskal, Annie Wf W F May 1854 46 M 27 7/7 Bohemia Bohemia Bohemia 1873 27
Stejskal, Frank Son W M Apr 1882 18 S Neb Bohemia Bohemia Farm Laborer
Stejskal, Anton Son W M Sept 1884 15 S Neb Bohemia Bohemia Farm Laborer
Stejskal, Annie Dtr W F Feb 1887 S Neb Bohemia Bohemia At School
Stejskal, Louis Son W M Apr 1890 10 S Neb Bohemia Bohemia At School
Stejskal, Mary Dtr W F May 1894 6 S Neb Bohemia Bohemia

Frank married Anna Stastny about 1871 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Anna was born on 13 Jun 1854 in Tabor, Bohemia; died on 23 Feb 1933 in Nebraska; was buried in Wilber Czech Cemetery (Bohemian-Slavonian Cemetery), Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Antonie married Adolph Uldrich about 1899. Adolph (son of Anton Uldrich and Katerina Vondracek) was born on 5 Aug 1875 in Liberty Township, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 15 Jan 1934 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Assumed to be the son of Frank and Anna Stejskal based on the 1900 Fillmore County, Census. He is the only Frank Stejskal of this approximate age.

Frank married Ella Koca on 18 May 1920 in Nebraska. Ella (daughter of Albert Koca and Ruzena "Rosie" Simic) was born on 11 Feb 1901 in Ohiowa, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 13 Mar 1995 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Mary Nadherny. Mary (daughter of Joseph Nadherny and Anna Suda) was born on 7 Dec 1894 in Nebraska; died on 14 May 1983 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She married a CHANEY. (Milligan, p. 519).

Louis married Katherine Mary Kucera on 12 Feb 1912 in Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska. Katherine was born on 25 Nov 1890 in Nebraska; died on 13 Jul 1966 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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The Nebraska Signal

Milligan

Mary Ella Stejskal Soukup, daughter of Frank and Anna (Stastny) Stejskal, was born on a farm west of Wilber, on May 21, 1894, and passed away at the Wilber Nursing Home on December 20, 1988, at the age of 94 years, 7 months.

When she was a child, the family moved to a farm near Tobias and later to the Ohiowa area where she attended Golden Rod School District 42.

Upon completion of her school, she took a course in Terry dressmaking and sewing at Milligan, graduating as a fine seamstress in September of 1911. She followed this occupation along with housekeeping for others.

As a pastime she enjoyed Czech music and also liked to play the organ, piano and button accordian. On her 90th birthday she played a few selections on the piano.

On December 21, 1915, she was united in marriage to Harry Soukup at Geneva by Judge Fulton. They made their home on the farm west of Milligan. Their family grew to include four children, Arnold, Elmer, Roy and Rubye, as well as a nephew, Louis Most, who came to join the family in 1927.

Mary and Harry were active in the ZCJB Lodge Svatopluk 76. For many years she worked at the Milligan auditorium during the popular dance period in the 1930's and 1940's.

She prided herself for being a member of the American Legion Auxillary, having had all three sons in the service.

In 1956 she and her husband retired from the farm and moved to Milligan. On December 21, 1965, they had the pleasure of celebrating their golden wedding anniversay.

In 1974 they moved to Wilber to be near their daughter Rubye. On December 21, 1975, they celebrated 60 years of wedded life.

On August 11, 1981, she entered the Wilber Nursing Home where she spent many hours with one of her favorite pastimes of crocheting.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry, son, Elmer; daughter in law Mary Anne, granddaughter, nancy, brothers Adolph, Anton, Frank J, and Louis; sister, Antonie; and a brother and sister in infancy.

She is survived by sons, Arnold H and Ray and wife Betty Soukup, daughter, Rubye and husband Ed Prokop; one sister, Anna Chaney; six grandchildren, 11 great-great granchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were conducted from Farmer-Kotas Funeral Chapel on December 23, with the Rev. Michael McDonald officiating.

Amy Sluka accompanied Blanche Capek and Dorothy Skrivanek, who sang "God be with You Til We Meet Again" and "Kardy Nese Svuj Kriz" in Czech.

Pallbearers were John Soukup, Rob Prokop, Jay Jorgens, Tim Hester, Arnold Capek and Jim J. Kotas.

Interment was in the Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan.

Mary married Jaroslav "Harry" Soukup on 21 Dec 1915 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Jaroslav (son of Frantisek "Frank" M. Soukup and Anna Beznoska) was born on 18 Oct 1889 in Prague, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 9 Feb 1976 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Anton married Mamie Cudly on 6 Aug 1929 in Belleville, Republic County, Kansas. Mamie (daughter of Jan "John" Cudly and Marie "Mary" Buzek) was born on 2 Aug 1906 in Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 28 Mar 2001 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frances married Michael Zeleny on 30 Jun 1926. Michael (son of Josef "Joseph" Zeleny and Anna Bures) was born on 25 Oct 1901; died on 15 Sep 1968 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Sep 1968 in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Helen was valedictorian of the Milligan Class of 1941, and taught at rural schools in Fillmore and Saline counties. (Milligan, p. 369).

Obituary

Helen Rose Kottas, youngest daughter of the late Anton and Mary Nadherny Stejskal was born near Tobias on January 4, 1924. She passed away on March 11, 2020 at Ridgewood Care Center in Seward, Ne.

Helen grew to womanhood in the Milligan vicinity living on a farm southwest of town. She attended Milligan Public Grade School and High School graduating in 1941 as valedictorian of her class. Following graduation, she taught rural schools for two years.

On October 27, 1942 she married William J. Kottas in Hawthorne, California. This union was blessed with four children: Sharon, Marylin, Janice and Douglas. During her younger years, Helen helped part time in their grocery store in Tobias. She was very active in community and civic affairs volunteering her time. She was instrumental in organizing the Tobias Community Historical Society in 1968 where she served as President for over 27 years. She also assisted with the Girl Scout Troop, 4-H club and served as a Den Mother for Cub Scouts. Her interests were in helping her children excel in their activities. She enjoyed history, sewing and all types of music. She and her husband enjoyed dancing to Big Band and Polka music.

Helen believed in helping veterans and promoted Americanism. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary joining in 1946. She held many offices over the years including District 11 President and served as the Nebraska Department Legislative Chair and Nebraska Department Publicity Chair.

Helen was very active with the Catholic Church. She held offices with the Parish Council of Catholic Women and served on the Crete Deanery Board. She volunteered for many Pro-Life events and was news reporter for Sacred Heart Church for many years. Other organizations she was active in were the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, Military Order of Purple Heart Auxiliary, Extension Club, WFLA Lodge Krivoklot #79, Nebraska Rural Letter Carriers' Auxiliary, Saline County Retired Teachers, Saline County Music Choir and Saline County Museum Board.

Helen was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed having her grandchildren and great grandchildren come to visit. They all looked forward to eating her traditional Czech foods especially her apricot kolaches. Helen and Jimmie celebrated their 77th Wedding Anniversary on October 27, 2019. Helen was preceded in death by her parents Anton and Mary Stejskal, sister Mildred Tesar, brother in-law William Tesar, and nephew William E. Tesar.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, William J. Kottas; children, Sharon (Allen) Brozovsky, Marylin (Albert) Ericksen, Janice (Mark) Schweer, Douglas (Dawn) Kottas, 14 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren. Visitation and greeting of friends will be from 5-7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2020 at the Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete, NE followed by the Rosary at 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2020 at Sacred Heart Church in Crete, NE. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. in the Tobias Public Cemetery, Tobias, NE. Memorials in care of the family for St. Gianna Women's Homes and Catholic Women's Care Center in Lincoln, NE. Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete is in charge of arrangements.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Helen married William James "Jimmie" Kottas on 27 Oct 1942 in Hawthorne, Los Angeles County, California. William (son of James Kottas and Rose Uldrich) was born on 17 Aug 1919 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 27 Feb 2022 in Nebraska; was buried in Tobias City Cemetery, Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lucille G. Loukota, 97, Exeter Neb., widow of James J. Loukota, Jr. died Thursday July 29, 2010 in Exeter. Born February 22,1913 to Louis and Katherine (Kucera) Stejskal in Ohiowa, Neb.

Survivors are: daughters, Melva and Glen Green, Aurora, Marilyn and Tom Harre, Lincoln; brother, Dallas and Shirley Stejskal, Norwalk, Calif.; son-in-law, Bob Slezak, Crete; sisters-in-law, Delores Stejskal, Ralston, Irene Stejskal, Friend; eight grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; two step-great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren.

Services; 10 a.m., Monday, St. Stephen's Catholic Church, Exeter. Graveside service; Bohemian National Cemetery,Milligan, Neb., Father Tom Kuffel officiating. Rosary service; 7 p.m., Sunday, Farmer Funeral Home, Exeter. Visitation; Sunday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Farmer Funeral Home, Exeter. Memorials to the St. Stephen's Catholic Church.

(Lincoln Journal Star, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Family/Spouse: James J. Loukota, Jr.. James (son of Vaclav "James" Loukota and Marie Matejka) was born on 10 Nov 1905; died on 2 Jun 1995 in Exeter, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Irena Stella Bors. Irena was born on 10 Mar 1916 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 8 Jan 2012 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Gilbert S. Jarolimek. Gilbert was born on 19 Aug 1916; died on 23 Mar 2001 in Filer, Twin Falls County, Idaho. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Ervin A. Lentfer. Ervin was born on 10 Oct 1919 in Strang, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 12 Apr 2003 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 16 Apr 2003 in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Joseph Melvin Sobotka. Joseph (son of Joseph Sobotka and Anna Burda) was born on 2 Jul 1921 in Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska; died on 25 Aug 2002 in Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried on 28 Aug 2002 in Tobias City Cemetery, Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harry married Delores Darlene Bures on 22 Dec 1944 in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Delores (daughter of John F. Bures and Clara Kottas) was born on 17 Aug 1928 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 10 Oct 2020 in Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Allie R. Gaston. Allie was born on 16 Aug 1923 in Thayer County, Nebraska; died on 4 Sep 2003 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Marvin C. Vorce. Marvin was born on 24 Feb 1925; died on 20 Dec 1989 in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Arnold H. Soukup

Arnold Harry Soukup, son of Harry and Mary (Stejskal) Soukup was born March 27, 1919 near Milligan. He passed away on June 22, 1998 in Lincoln, at the age of 79.

He grew up on the farm with his parents and attended rural school and one year of high school in Geneva. After one year of school he had to stay home to help with the farming. He farmed until June 1944, when he was called to serve in the Army. he served in the European-African-Middle East Theater of operations during WW II. He was discharged in May, 1946.

Upon returning from military service he continued farming with his parents.

He was united in marriage to Maryanne Wanek on April 15, 1952. They farmed until the fall of 1959 when they moved to Milligan and Arnold took employment with the Farmers's Coop Company. He worked there until retirement in 1981. During this time he volunteered as a Fire Fighter. After Maryanne passed away on August 2, 1981, he moved to Lincoln.

He was united in marriage to Tillie Engel on August 24, 1990. Tillie blessed him with a large step family that he enjoyed. He especially enjoyed the two great-grandsons that always gave him a helping hand.

He was a member of the Friend United Church of Christ.

Arnold and Tillie loved to travel to see relatives and to take bus tours to Czech functions. He was proud of his Czech heritage and especially enjoyed the music.

He took great pride in his lawn and garden, always keeping things neat. Arnold was a member of the Milligan WFLA Lodge #3909, Nebraska Czechs of Lincoln, BPOE #3909 in Crete, a life-time member of VFW 7102 in Geneva, and a very active and proud member of the American Legion Post #240 in Milligan. He served as mayor of Milligan at one time.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Maryanne; parents, Harry and Mary Stejskal Soukup; brother, Elmer, and niece Nancy Soukup.

He is survived by his wife, Tille, of Dorchester; stepson and spouse, Dennis and Tammy Engel of Altas, Oklahoma; stepdaughters and spouses, Darlene and David Rasplicka of Friend, Beverly and Jon Cawley of Seattle, Washington, Linda Hardin, Muscatine, Iowa; brother and sister in law Ray and Betty Soukup of Lincoln, sister, Rubye Prokup of Lincoln; sisters in law and brother in law, Rosemarie Hannon, Crete; Ella Vagrt, Paul, Idaho; Alvie and Clarence "Bud" Hoffman, Beaver Crossing; Joe Ladman, Dorchester; eight step grandchildren; two step great-grandsons; nieces and nephews.

His memorial service was held at 10:30 am on Saturday, June 27 at the Friend United Church of Christ, with the Rev. Robert Brauninger officiating. The flag presentation ceremony was conducted on Monday, June 29, at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family suggested that memorials be given to the American Legion Post #240, Milligan, or the Dorchester Volunteer Rescue Squad.

Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

CARD OF THANKS

We would like to thank everyone who remembered with love, prayer, flowers, memorial gifts, cards, food, telephone calls and any other act of kindness shown us during the loss of our loved one, Arnie Soukup. Special thanks to Dorchester Rescue Unit, Dr. McKeeman and Hospital staff, Bryan Memorial Hospital staff and doctors, Milligan Legion, Rev. Bob Brauninger, Friend USS Women's Fellowship, and Dorchester Legion Auxiliary. May God Bless you all. FAMILY OF ARNIE SOUKUP

(Undated, unreferenced copy of obituary and card of thanks)

Arnold married Maryanne Catherine Wanek on 15 Apr 1952 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska. Maryanne (daughter of Frank J. Wanek and Anna Kersenbrock) was born on 9 Aug 1925 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska; died on 12 Aug 1981 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Arnold married Matilda "Tillie" Ladman on 24 Aug 1990. Matilda was born on 9 Nov 1924 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 2 Jan 2017 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Andrew Cemetery, Friend, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Elmer Soukup Funeral Held

Elmer Louis Soukup, son of Harry and Mary (Stejskal) Soukup, was born May 1, 1921, near Milligan. He passed away December 15,1982, in Lincoln.

He grew up with his parents on the farm and attended school at Milligan after which he took up the auto mechanic trade at Bors Ford Motor Company learning the trade by apprenticeship.

In August 1942 he enlisted inthe U.S. Army Ordinance Department. After training in the U.S. and Canada he was sent overseas to the European Theatre of Operations being involved in the D-Day operations June 6, 1944. He was discharged October 19, 1945, serving a total of three years and two months.

Elmer was a member of Amercan Legion H.S.S.K. Post 240 at Milligan, The Geneva V.F.W. post and Svatopluk Z.C.B.J. Lodge76 at Milligan.

After returning from military service he went back to his auto mechanic trade with his former employer Bors-Bulin Ford Motor Company in Milligan.

On September 5, 1946, he was united in marriage to Jeanette (Grote) Messinger. To this union were born two children, Mary Kaye and John.

In 1955 he secured employment at O'Shea Rogers Ford Motor Company after which he took over the operation of his own service station. For the past 23 years he was employed by the F.D. Wilson Auto Parts Company. He enjoyed his work and took pride in an occasional tinker on some of his client's cars.

Elmer was an avid gardener and greatly enjoyed the company of his neighbors who had much respect for him.

He also took great pride in his many hobbies and enjoyed listening to Czech music.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Soukup.

Left to mourn his passing are his wife, Jeanette, daughter and son-in-law, Mary Kaye and Mike McDonald; son and daughter-in-law, John and Mary Soukup; nine grandchildren; mother, Mary Soukup; two brothers, Arnold H. and Ray; and one sister, Rubye Prokop.

CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to everyone who offered kind assistance and sympathy at the time of the death of Elmer Soukup. THE SOUKUP FAMILY

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elmer married Jeanette Grote on 5 Sep 1946. Jeanette was born on 17 Nov 1920 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 3 Dec 1995 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"(Raymond) attended Country School District #67, graduating from Milligan High School in 1944. He joined the Army Air Corps in January 1946, serving in Okinawa. He was discharged in March 1947. Ray attended Barber College in Omaha....(he) barbered for 25 years and is currently employed at the University mail room. He is a member of the Lincoln American Legion Post 3, the V.F.W. and Lodge Lincoln 246."

Obituary from Linconl JournalStar.com

Raymond "Ray" Earl Soukup, 83, of Lincoln, passed away June 18, 2010 peacefully at home with family by his side. Born December 19, 1926 to Harry and Mary (Skejskal) Soukup on a farm near Ohiowa. Served in Air Force, barbered in Lincoln for 25 years, retired from UNL postal service in 1989. Ray enjoyed retirement for 21 years with his wife, Betty, watching their grandchildren grow, traveling, gardening, volunteering, singing, and enjoying the Czech culture. Member of WFLA Lincoln Lodge #426, Lincoln VFW, American Legion, DAV, Capital City Czech Choraliers, Nebraska Czechs of Lincoln. Volunteered at the Food Net of Lincoln.

Survived by his wife of 59+ years, Betty (Vnoucek), Lincoln; daughter, Barbara Jorgens, Lincoln; grandchildren, Paul and Angie (Jorgens) Jedlicka, Wahoo, Kelsey and Justin Jorgens, Lincoln; sister, Rubye Boin, Lincoln; sisters-in-law, Tillie Soukup, Friend, Dorothy Skrivanek, Milligan, Arlene Kassik, Milligan; brother-in-law and wife, Joe and Anna Vnoucek, Friend; many nephews and nieces. Very special friends, George and Evelyn Lowery. Preceded in death by daughter, Nancy Soukup; father and mother, Harry and Mary (Stejskal) Soukup; brothers, Arnie and wife, MaryAnne, Elmer and wife, Jeanette; brother-in-law, PFC Loren Vnoucek, Leslie Skrivanek, Leonard Kassik, Arnold Vnoucek and wife, Evelyn.

Memorial Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2010, at Wadlow Rozanek Funeral Home, 5200 'R' St., Lincoln, with Rev. Michael McDonald officiating. Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m., Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, with military graveside honors. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday June 22, 2010, with family receiving friends and relatives at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to WFLA Scholarship Lincoln Lodge #426. Arrangements: Wadlow Rozanek Funeral Home. Condolences or personal reflections may be sent to wadlowrozanek.co

Raymond married Betty Barbara Vnoucek on 9 Nov 1950 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska. Betty (daughter of Joseph Robert Vnoucek and Ella Eret) was born on 17 Apr 1929 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; died on 18 Jan 2022 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
Lincoln Journal Star
June 8, 2013
Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy

Rubye Ann Prokop Boin, was born September 17, 1929, the last of four children to Mr & Mrs Harry Soukup of rural Ohiowa. She passed away peacefully on June 5, 2013.

Preceded in death by parents, brothers Ray, Elmer (& wife Jeanette) and Arnold (& wife Mary Anne) Soukup and niece Nancy Soukup. Survived by daughter, Susan & husband Tim Hester, Lander, Wyo.; son, Rich Prokop & wife Sheri, of Belgrade, Mont.; son, Rob Prokop & wife Natalia, of Wilber; granddaughters, Staci & husband Shawn Wilkinson, Lander Wyo., Savannah and Shannon Prokop of Belgrade, Mont. and Yanga Dolzhikova of Berkeley, Calif.; and great grandchildren, Connor & Trinity Wilkinson, Lander, Wyo.; nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Betty Soukup of Lincoln and Eleanor Prokop of Finlayson, Minn.

Services: noon Wednesday, June 12, at Tabitha Chapel, 4720 Randolph, Lincoln. Memorials to Fresh Start Home

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Rubye married Edward John Prokop on 25 Oct 1947. Edward was born on 11 Jul 1928 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 18 Feb 2010 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried on 23 Feb 2010 in Bohemian Brethren Cemetery (AKA Cesky Bratri Cemetery), Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Funeral services for Ron will be held on Monday, June 15, 2015 at 10:30 AM at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Geneva with Pastor Eldon Nicholson officiating.

Visitation will begin on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan.

Military graveside services will take place in the Milligan North Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation.

Ronald D. Uldrich of Milligan, NE passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at Fairview Manor in Fairmont, NE. Ronald D. Uldrich was the son of Anton W. Uldrich and Mamie (Chudly) Uldrich and was born on the family farm, section 36 NW1/4 Glengary Township in Fillmore County, NE on April 7, 1933. Ronald attended rural school District #48 in Fillmore County for his first eight years of education; he then attended Milligan Public High School District #71 and graduated in 1950.
Ronald farmed with he father until May 12, 1958 when he was inducted into the army. His basic training was at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. From there he was sent to Korea the remainder of his time in active service and remained in the military reserves for six years following his duties in Korea. After his years with the military Ronald returned home and started farming with his father.
Ronald met Mary L. Engle in the summer of 1955 and they were married in the summer on June 2, 1957 at the First Congregational Church of Christ in Geneva, NE. Ronald was baptized and joined the church in 1956.

Ronald and Mary made their home in section 14 NW ? Glengary Township west of Milligan, NE. They still lived on the same farm for 58 years. Ronald and Mary just had their 58th Wedding Anniversary on June 2nd this year (2015). Together they had four children; Ronald Perry, David Rae, Janine Marie and Alex Dean.

Ronald is a member of the American Legion HSSK Post 240 of Milligan, a member of DAU, he served on the Milligan school board for five years, and Ronald also served on the Fillmore County ASCS board.

In 2010 Ronald helped his sons harvest their wheat crop. He was also honored on KOLN as the farmer of the week in 2006

Ronald's hobbies included going to farm sales, listening to Polka Party and dancing.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Louise (Engle) Uldrich; children, son, Ron and wife, Chris
Uldrich of Milligan, NE; son, Dave Uldrich of Allen, NE; daughter, Janine Uldrich and
husband, Rick Buchanan of Beatrice, NE; son, Alex and wife, Deb Uldrich of Milligan, NE;
grandchildren, Michael (Nina) Uldrich of Lincoln, NE; Kayla (Trent) Morrow of Elgin, NE;
Arich Uldrich of Arizona,; Clarisa (Brandan) Kattes of Milligan, NE; Michele (James) Kattes-Nesbitt of Exeter, NE; Ethan (Amy) Kattes of Lincoln, NE; Alyssa (Dana) Schuett of Gretna, NE; Corey (Traci) Uldrich of Hartington, NE; Devin, Parker, Morgan & Trevvor Uldrich of Milligan, NE; Zach Olson of Lincoln, NE; and Cierra & Paige Buchanan of Omaha, NE; great-grandchildren, Alexis Uldrich, Natalia Uldrich, Marcos, Alyssia, Gavin, Creighton, Jordyn Nesbitt, Carter Nesbitt, Katelyn Uldrich, Lauren Uldrich, Makenna, Riley Kelly, Alayna Schuett, and soon a great-grandson; sister, Marlene & husband, JoeAguilar of Denver, CO; George Engle of Geneva, NE; Ruth and Delbert Sorge of Geneva, NE; Eleanor and Arlan Becker of Exeter, NE; Joe Vnoucek of Friend, NE and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Mamie (Chudly) Uldrich, Phyllis Engle, Willis and Beth Engle, Harold and Helen Engle, Frank Engle, Anna Vnoucek, Kristen Engle, Lawrence Engle and in-laws, Constantine and Emma (Svehla) Engle.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

(Research):Obituary of his son-in-law, Rick A. Buchanan, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy.

Rick A. Buchanan, 60 of Beatrice, NE, passed away at his home on Friday, April 24, 2020. He was born June 16, 1959 in Lincoln, NE. He graduated from Beatrice High School in 1977. Rick worked with his father as an electrician before going back to school to be a network analyst. He worked four years for Hoover MFG, then moved to the east coast and worked at several companies as a network engineer. After moving back to Beatrice, he worked for BSDC, Landmark Foods and Walmart until health issues forced him to retire. He married Janine Uldrich on April 10, 2014. Rick had been involved with the Community Players. He enjoyed playing drums and was the drummer for the band "Whizker Bizket". He enjoyed Husker football, North Carolina, his Scottish Heritage, Trans-Siberian Orchestra concerts and the trees in his yard. Rick was an excellent cook, enjoying smoking and barbecuing.

Survivors include his wife, Janine; daughters, Ciera Buchanan and Paige Buchanan both of Omaha, NE; granddaughters, Riley, Isabella, and Piper all of Omaha; 3 step-children, Clarisa Kattes of Milligan, NE, Michele Nesbitt (James) of Geneva, NE, Ethan Kattes (Amy Jo Baugh) of Hickman, NE; 3 step-grandchildren, Jordyn, Carter, and Rainie Nesbitt; mother-in-law, Mary L. Uldrich of Milligan; brothers-in-law, Ronald Uldrich (Chris) Milligan, David Uldrich of Allen, NE, and Alex Uldrich (Deborah) of Milligan; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar "Buck" and LaVerna Joann (Jaegar) Buchanan; father-in-law, Ronald D. Uldrich and aunt, Cora Kelly.

Memorial services will be held 10:30 A.M., Friday May 22, 2020 at Harman-Wright Mortuary Chapel in Beatrice. The family asks that Husker or casual attire be worn for the services. A memorial is suggested to Beatrice Educational Foundation with the mortuary in charge. A guestbook is available at www.harmanwrightmortuary.com Harman-Wright Mortuary of Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary

A Funeral Service for Bernard will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Milligan, Nebraska with Pastor Murry Johnston presiding.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with family greeting the public from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Military Graveside Services will be conducted by the Milligan American Legion HSSK Post 240 at the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan, Nebraska.

Memorials are to be directed to the Milligan American Legion or the Milligan Fire & Rescue.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic masks will be required.

All requirements by the DHM for COVID-19 protocol will be followed.

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Bernard Wayne Zeleny was born to Mike Zeleny and Frances Uldrich Zeleny on December 26, 1926 at the farm home 2 miles south of Burress, Nebraska. Bernard left his family's arms for God's on October 28, 2020 at the Fillmore County Hospital in Geneva, Nebraska.
As a young boy, Bernard attended Country School District #68 for two years and after his parents moved to the home place, he finished his country schooling at District #25. He later graduated with the Class of 1944 from Exeter Public School. During his youth, he enjoyed hunting with his childhood friend, Don Sluka, also trapping fur bearing animals. He was a loyal member of a beef 4-H Club. Bernard played football in High School and was active in school plays.

During World War II, Bernard was drafted into the US Army at 18 years old and was honorably discharged in 1945. He was a 74 year member of the Milligan American Legion Post #240; serving faithfully in the Color Guard. He was a Charter Member of the Milligan Rural Fireman, later serving as President. He was a member of the Milligan Lodge, Knights of Pythias, serving in all officer positions until attaining Chancellor. Bernard was an active member of the Milligan United Methodist Church for over 60 years.

Bernard was united in marriage to Lorene Tesar on April 19, 1951 in the little white Methodist Church in Milligan. They lived their entire married life of 68 years on a farm northwest of Milligan. He was a farmer and enjoyed farming with John Deere and Oliver tractors. Bernard raised cattle all of his life. He enjoyed fixing things, reading and watching TV, especially local news, weather, and farm markets.

God blessed their marriage with two precious children, Carol Louise and David Wayne.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather with a kind heart and a gentle spirit. Bernard was a man of simple tastes. He loved his family and treasured his friends. His gentle soul and quiet manner earned him the affection and admiration of many. His hard work and thoughtful management enabled his family to survive and thrive.

Bernard was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lorene, his parents, Mike and Frances Zeleny, brother, Bob Zeleny, brother & sister-in-law, Ralph and Arlene Hromadka, parents-in-law, James and Barbara Tesar, and nephew, Jim Zeleny.

He is survived by his children: daughter, Carol and husband, Patrick Darnell of Lincoln; and son, David of Milligan; grandchildren: Heather Liggett of Kansas; Benjamin Darnell of Tucson, Arizona; Laura and husband, Cody Valentine of Beatrice; and Kristen Zeleny of Lincoln; great-grandchildren: Aurora and Henry Liggett, Boston Donovan Zeleny and Vincent Valentine; sister-in-law, Diane Zeleny; nieces and nephews: Barbara Hromadka; Mike and wife, Amy Zeleny; Jeff Zeleny; Logan, Sam and Max Zeleny; Claire, Katherine, John and Lauren Zeleny; Deb and husband, Todd Cook and family; and Cindy Thieszen; and many cousins and friends.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Bernard married Lorene Jean Tesar on 19 Apr 1951 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Lorene (daughter of James Jerry Tesar and Barbara A. Becwar) was born on 19 Mar 1931 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 7 Jul 2019 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Biographical info below copied from his FindAGrave memorial page:

US Army

A 67-year-old rural Fillmore County man was killed Saturday in a tractor rollover near Exeter.

According to the Nebraska State Patrol, Robert D. Zeleny of Fairmont died in the 3:12 p.m. accident, a quarter-mile east of Road 19 on the county Road K.

A large bale of hay fell from a front loader of Zeleny's tractor, causing the tractor to flip and killing the farmer instantly, the Associated Press reported.

Hastings Tribune October 28, 2002.

Robert married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Irma J. Slezak 72, Crete, died Saturday (06/21/08). Born to James, Jr. and Lucille (Stejskal) Loukota at Exeter.

Survivors: husband, Bob; son, Mark, Bartlett, Tenn.; daughter, Barbara Slezak, Crete; mother, Lucille Loukota, Friend; sisters, Melva Green, Aurora; Marilyn Harre, Lincoln; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and other family.

Services: 2 p.m. Tuesday (06/24/08), St. Stephen's Catholic Church, Exeter. Burial: Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan. Visitation: 1:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Monday (06/23/08) at the funeral home. Rosary: 7 p.m. Monday, also at the funeral home. Memorials to the family. Farmer Funeral Home, Exeter, is in charge of arrangements.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Irma married Robert Dean Slezak on 28 Dec 1957. Robert was born on 6 Mar 1936 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 26 Apr 2021 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried on 30 Apr 2021 in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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(Medical):Epilepsy

Nancy married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Rob Prokop, 67, of Wilber, passed into eternity on October 14, 2022, after a long bout with cancer. Rob was born on April 8, 1955, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Edward and Rubye Prokop.

Preceded in death by his parents, Rob leaves behind a loving family including wife Natalya, stepdaughter Yanga, mother-in-law Evgenia, sister Susan and Tim Hester of Lander, Wyoming, brother Rich and Sheri Prokop of Belgrade, Montana, several cousins and nieces, and many, many friends. Heaven welcomes home a good man. Well done, good and faithful servant.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 30, at 2:00 pm. To take place at the Wilber Fire Department, located one block south of the main downtown intersection of Highways 103 and 41. Donations to the Wilber Fire and Rescue.

Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Oct. 21, 2022.
(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]