Vaclav "James" Svec

Notes:

Vaclav Svec and Marie Suda were early pioneers in Fillmore County. They lived all their married life on the farm which Vaclav homesteaded. The farm, still in the family, is one mile west of Milligan.

Vaclav Svec was born October 16, 1841, to Josef and Barbora Kippova or Kibova Svec in Zichovice, okres Stasecky, Bohemia. When he was 12, his mother died so he had to make his way in the world while still a young boy. He took up the trade of a cabinent maker. He came to America in 1869, following his trade of carpenter and farmer for a time in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Vaclav came to Nebraska two years later...filing the homestead entry at the Beatrice Land Office on April 17, 1871.

From the Familysearch 1880 United States Census and National Index

Census Place:Glengary, Fillmore, Nebraska Source:FHL Film 1254748 National Archives Film T9-0748 Page 50 RelationSexMarrRaceAgeBirthplace James SWECSelfMMW40BOHEMEN Occ:FarmerFa: BOHEMENMo: BOHEMEN Mary SWECWifeFMW24BOHEMEN Occ:HousekeeperFa: BOHEMENMo: BOHEMEN Agnes SWECDauFSW2NE Fa: BOHEMENMo: BOHEMEN Mary SWECDauFSW1NE Fa: BOHEMENMo: BOHEMEN

Vaclav married Marie "Mary" Suda on 17 Jan 1873 in Fillmore County, Nebraska. Marie was born on 29 Oct 1856 in Pisek, Bohemia; died on 3 Jun 1921; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Died in infancy

Anezka married John Tesar, Sr. on 15 Feb 1898. John was born on 19 Oct 1870 in Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 25 Jan 1962 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Last name may have been SEVZ.

Member of the Royal Neighbors' Lodge.

Mary married Frank R. Soukup on 28 Nov 1899 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Frank (son of Frantisek "Frank" M. Soukup and Anna Beznoska) was born on 13 Jan 1877 in Morse Bluff, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 18 Apr 1964 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joe married Anna Schultz about 1903. Anna (daughter of Frank Schultz and Mary Fujan) was born on 11 Jan 1885 in Prague, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 21 Jan 1921 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joe married Elizabeth "Lizzie" Racek on 3 Apr 1923 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Elizabeth (daughter of Vaclav "James" Racek and Veronika Beznoska) was born on 18 Dec 1882 in Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 24 Oct 1961; was buried in Czech National (Killian) Cemetery, Morse Bluff, Saunders County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Anna married Joseph M. Soukup on 20 Jan 1903 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Joseph (son of Frantisek "Frank" M. Soukup and Anna Beznoska) was born on 6 May 1879 in Morse Bluff, Saunders County, Nebraska; died on 27 Aug 1960 in Swanton, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Louis Fujan. Louis (son of Frantisek Fujan and Marie Koziskova) was born about 1882 in Nebraska; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Frances Schultz on 5 Jan 1909. Frances (daughter of Frank Schultz and Mary Fujan) was born after 1887; died on 17 Mar 1954; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

He died in the Argonne Forest, France, during the First World War.

(Research):He was killed in the Argonne Forest during the First World War.

Family/Spouse: Anton Hamouz. Anton was born about 1891. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

(Research):

Census Listings:

1940 Census
Nebraska, Fillmore County, Glengary Twp
Enumerated 13 Apr 1940
SD 8 ED 30-17 Sheet 2A
Svec, Emil Head M W 43 M no 6 Neb Sam House Farmer
Svec, Helen M Wf F W 40 M no C1 Neb Sam House
Svec, Bernard Son M W 15 Yes H1 S Neb Same House
Svec, Luir Son M W 12 S Yes 6 Neb Same House
Svec, James Son M W 11 S Yes % Neb Same House
Svec, Ruby Dtr F W 3 S Neb

Emil married Helen Fujan on 25 Oct 1921 in Wymore, Gage County, Nebraska. Helen (daughter of Vaclav Fujan and Filomena Kastl) was born on 18 Aug 1899 in Nebraska; died on 3 Oct 1982 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Said to have married a FRANK VOTIPKA.

Family/Spouse: Barbara A. Becwar. Barbara (daughter of Matej "Mike" Becwar, Sr. and Josephine Bech) was born on 4 Dec 1901 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 27 Mar 1997 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Elsie Slepicka. Elsie (daughter of Charles A Slepicka and Josephine Bors) was born on 5 Jun 1904 in Iowa; died on 21 Dec 2002 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Wilber Czech Cemetery (Bohemian-Slavonian Cemetery), Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Husband: Louis Tesar, parents John Tesar and Agnes Svec
Born: 2 Jun 1903, Friend
Died: 12 Jan 1984, Beaver Crossing
Buried: 14 Jan 1984, Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan
Brother: Bill
Sister: Mrs. Henry (Helen) Krivohlavek
Wife: Clara Capek, parents Joseph Capek and Josie Herynk
Married: 8 Oct 1929, Wilber
Sons: Lloyd; Sylvan; Delbert

Courtesy Richard Nohavec

Louis married Clara I. Capek on 8 Oct 1929 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska. Clara (daughter of Joseph Capek and Josephine Herynk) was born on 4 Jan 1910 in Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 8 Feb 2005 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Alice did private duty nursing during Bill's law school days. She also was Obstetrics Supervisor at Rush Memorial Hospital for 12 years. She retired from nursing in 1962. She was an R.N. in Colorado, Nebraska and Indiana.

Alice married William Franklin Marshall on 8 Aug 1926 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado. William was born on 8 Sep 1903 in Indiana; died on 17 Oct 1976 in Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pauline married Charles Vaclav Brt on 2 Jul 1923. Charles (son of Vaclav "James" "Jim" Brt and Frances Terezie Doupnik) was born on 22 May 1900 in Nebraska; died on 2 Nov 1974 in Elkins, Washington County, Arkansas; was buried in Bohemian Brethren Cemetery (AKA Cesky Bratri Cemetery), Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Cared for her parents in their declining years in her nursing home in Crete, Nebraska. Her listing on the SSDI instead has her date of birth as 16 July 1905, however her obituary confirms the 17 July birthdate.

Obituary

Marie H. Sysel, Crete

Marie H. Sysel, 101, Crete, died Thursday (8/17/06). Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by husband Edward; parents Mary Svec and Frank R. Soukup; brother Frank Soukup; sisters Alice Marshall, Pauline Brt, Rose Duba, Wilma Huppert and Irma Dinneen. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law Helen Marie Vasak (Richard) and Lorraine Pallesen (Charles); grandsons, their wives and children William Vasak (Rushelle), Brandon and Briana, John Vasak, Richard and Danielle, Milton Vasak (Nathalie), Nicole, Melissa and Allison, Michael Pallesen Sr. (Kathleen), Katie, Michael Jr., Libby and Maggie, Edward Sysel Pallesen (Marty Haessler), Henry and Phoebe.

Born July 17, 1905, in Lawton, Okla. Educated at Milligan Public Schools, Milligan. As a young girl she served as a telephone operator at the Frank H. Woods Exchange, Crete, owned a beauty shop in Wilber, served as a visiting nurse in the Milligan, Tobias and Ohiowa areas. Married Edward Sysel in Nebraska City in 1933. Joined Edward in farming the Sysel homestead near Crete and in 1940 on the farm they bought by Parkersburg, Iowa. When Ed died suddenly in 1951 she took over the farm, eventually selling it and moving back to Crete with her daughters into the house she built and in which she resided until her death.

Upon returning to Crete, Marie worked as an office nurse for Dr. Lewis Forney and later opened and operated a nursing home, "Sysel's Rest Haven," and an assisted-living facility, "Sysel's Manor." In 1969, Marie returned to farming, having bought a farm near Wellsburg, Iowa, which she managed until her death. Her longtime friends Ivan and Frances Slifer farmed the land, and when they retired, their son, Spencer and his wife, Cindy, continued farming the land.

Being a widow at age 45 she raised her two daughters, ages 17 and 15 at the time, providing for their education at St. Elizabeth School of Nursing, Doane College and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She worked side-by-side with her husband, Ed, on the farm and after his death used her knowledge and skills to manage by herself each farm she owned. She was absolutely devoted to her daughters and their families and always put their welfare before her own.

Last year at this time she traveled with her daughter Lorraine and Chuck in the Czech Republic, Germany and France. In May she attended special functions at the preschools of her great-grandchildren in Omaha and New York City. In June she was in California to celebrate Helen Marie and Richard's 50th wedding anniversary. She was blessed with marvelous health, living by herself in her own home until she was hospitalized approximately a week ago after suffering a fall. Words cannot express how much Marie's family and friends will miss her, but they are grateful for having been able to share with her the appreciation of her Czech heritage and especially her love of Czech music, her marvelous cooking skills, her joy in raising beautiful flowers and her optimistic, positive attitude toward life.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Grace United Methodist Church, 1245 Juniper St., Crete. Visitation will begin at noon on Sunday. A prayer service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Kuncl Funeral Home, Crete.

(Courtesy Dennis Belohlavy, 19 August 2006 Lincoln Journal Star)

Marie married Edward Sysel in Oct 1933 in Nebraska City, Otoe County, Nebraska. Edward was born on 16 Apr 1896 in Nebraska; died on 19 Nov 1951. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Graduated from Milligan High School in 1925. She took part in the Sokol Organization and was a member of Czech Dramatic Club. She attended the University of Nebraska and taught in four rural schools near Milligan for 8 years. Later she helped her husband with his dental office. She served on the Library Board for many years, and was a member and former president of the Western Womens Club. (Milligan, p 263).

Duba - Rose M., 95, Western, died Wednesday (3/26/03) in Lincoln. Born, Lawton, Okla. (3/10/08), to F.R. and Mary (Svec) Soukup. At an early age they moved to Milligan. Entered the newly built Milligan School at the age of 5, graduated, 1925. Joined the "Sokols," and they performed in different towns with the Wilber, Crete and Omaha Sokols. Throughout her life she maintained membership in ZCBJ Lodge in Milligan. Also joined Czech Dramatic Club, acted in Czech plays in many different towns, including Milligan at the newly built Milligan auditorium. Served as leader, 4-H girls, also at Milligan. Attended University of Nebraska and taught school in four different rural schools for eight years after graduation.

Married Dr. Henry S. Duba, 1933, who had been her classmate. Moved to DeWitt, 1935, where they practiced dentistry for six months, taking the place of Dr. Klein who had taken a leave of absence after an accident. Moved to Western, 1935, where Henry practiced dentistry, and she was his dental assistant for about 40 years. Joined Nebraska Dental Association for Dental Assistants. They were blessed with one daughter, Sharon Kay, born, 1941. Belonged to Western Woman's Club, serving as president for two years, followed by being president, Inter County Club, one year. As a volunteer, assisted at Western Library and Community Club. She and Dr. Duba were chosen as Bicentennial Royalty couple for the Old Settlers Picnic together with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Zoubek, 1978. After retirement they continued to enjoy their love of Czech heritage, particularly dancing and listening to Czech music. They were often found fishing from the banks of local lakes and rivers.

Survivors: grandson, Andrew Rinquest, Lincoln; granddaughter, Kristin Holmes, Cottage Grove, Minn.; great-grandchildren, Anastasia Holmes, Raven Solberg, both Cottage Grove; sister, Marie Sysel, Crete; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Henry S.; daughter, Sharon Kay; brother, Lt. Frank Soukup; sisters, Pauline Brt, Wilma Huppert, Irma Dinneen, Alice Marshall.

Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, United Methodist Church, Western. Pastor Mike Flury. National Bohemian Cemetery, Milligan. Visitation: 5-9 p.m. Friday with prayer service at 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St. Pallbearers: Charles Pallesen, Andrew Rinquest, Allen, Glen Soukup, James Robert, Lonnie Dinneen, Wallace Brt. Honorary pallbearers: Buddy Schmidt, Ben Zoubek, Jim Rischling, Tom Murphy, Gerald Kotas, Lumir Jansky, Ray Soukup, Lumir Svec, Jim Votipka, Ralph Kassik, Layne Schelbitzki. Memorials to church.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, from Lincoln Journal Star Archives)

Rose married Henry S. Duba on 11 Sep 1933. Henry (son of Joseph A. Duba and Mary Nohava) was born on 10 Jun 1908 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 20 Feb 1992 in Western, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Fred A. Huppert. Fred was born on 4 Jan 1904; died on 12 Apr 1998 in San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Source: Ancestry.com
Lincoln Evening Journal, Monday Dec. 19, 1966
SOUKUP
Det. Frank Harry 53, 4201 G, died Friday. Detective was with Lincoln police force 10 years. Born Mulligan, Lincoln resident 25 years, lifetime state resident. Member Elks Lodge 80. Survivors: wife, Bernice; sons: Allen, Glenn, and Gregory, all of Lincoln; mother Mrs. Mary Soukup of Crete; sisters: Mrs. Alice Marshall of Rushville, Ind., Mrs. Pauline Brt of Elkins, Ark., Mrs. Marie Sysel of Crete, Mrs. Rose Duba of Western, Mrs. Wilma Huppert of Chula Vista, CA, Mrs. Irma Dineen of Lincoln. Services 10am Tues at Our Savior's Lutheran 40th & C. Pastor Soren S. Kaldahl. Burial at Bohemian National, Mulligan. Pallbearers: Harland Huppert, Wallace Brt Jr., James R. Dineen, William Marshall Jr., Roger LaPage, Meri Hesser. Honorary pallbears: Lincoln Police Dept.


The article below is from the "Annual Report of the Police Department, Lincoln, Nebraska, 1966," Compliments of Joseph T. Carroll Chief of Police

Found online:
http://www.lincoln.ne.gov/city/police/annual/1965-1966-1.pdf

In Memoriam
Frank H. Soukup
Slain in the Line of Duty December 16, 1966

Detective Frank Soukup was slain in a gun battle at a local motel while questioning some out-of-town suspects in a bogus check operation. Two of the gunmen were fatally wounded in the exchange of shots between the investingating officers and the suspects, one of them felled by shots fired by Detective Soukup after he was mortally wounded. It was later determined that the shots which killed the officer were fired by Donald W. Rodgers, one of the gunmen killed. Detective Soukup was the first officer in the history of the Lincoln Police Department to be slain in the line of duty.

Frank Soukup was 53 years of age and had been a member of the Lincoln Police Department for ten years. In November of 1966 he was awarded the People and Law Award sponsored by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. Frank was an outstanding police officer, completely dedicated to his chosen profession of law enforcement. His survivors include his widow and three sons.

Frank married Allene B. Herynk before 1940. Allene (daughter of Joseph Herynk and Anna Dlouhy) was born on 27 Jul 1918 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 26 Mar 2000 in Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Bernice Petersen in Nov 1947. Bernice was born on 16 Mar 1923 in Wayne County, Nebraska; died on 16 Sep 2012 in Valparaiso, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

(Irma) attended Milligan High School, graduating with the class of 1934 as valedictorian. She taught in rural schools for three years after graduation. In 1937 her parents bought a filling station and beer joint in Crete. Irma helped her father there for a short time, then moved to Lincoln where she was employed at Golds. (Milligan, p 259)

Irma married James Robert Dinneen on 17 May 1938. James was born on 17 Sep 1909; died on 7 Jan 1994 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Rose Becwar. Rose (daughter of Matej "Mike" Becwar, Sr. and Josephine Bech) was born on 11 Nov 1906 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 5 Feb 1999 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alice married John James "Drake" Kucera on 14 Aug 1928. John (son of John F. Kucera and Cecelia Emma Hamouz) was born on 8 May 1907 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 16 Aug 1971 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried on 19 Aug 1971 in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Geraldine Amelia Butt on 6 Jun 1934. Geraldine was born on 26 May 1913 in Daykin, Jefferson County, Nebraska; died on 23 Dec 1987 in Western, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Entered the service in 1942, serving in the Aleutian Islands, returning in 1945 to the farm near Swanton"

Notes:

Bernard R. Svec, age 88, of Milligan, died Sunday, June 23, 2013 in Crete. Born Oct. 7, 1924 to Emil & Helen (Fujan) Svec in Milligan.

Survivors: brother, Lumir Svec of Crete; sister, Ruby & Robert Langhorst of David City
Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Farmer & Son Funeral Home Kotas Chapel in Milligan. Father Rand Langhorst. Visitation from 1 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at Farmer & Son Funeral Home Kotas Chapel. Burial: Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan. Memorials to Milligan American Legion-HSSK Post 240. Condolences, www.farmerandsonfuneralhome.com

Bernard R. Svec was born to Emil Svec and Helen Marie (Fujan) Svec on October 7, 1924 at Milligan, Nebraska and passed away on June 23, 2013 at the age of 88. He attended Climbing Vine District #44 for eight years and graduated from Milligan High School in 1942.
Bernard answered his draft call in May 1943, serving active duty in the United States Navy. He served overseas in the Pacific Theater, Guam and Peleliu. He was honorably discharged in May 1946 at Saint Louis, Missouri. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and served in Arizona, Florida, Kansas and Newfoundland.
After his Air Force duty, Bernard worked for Bors/Bulin in Milligan, Ahlschwede Ford in Crete and Bob Hammond in Friend as a mechanic on cars and trucks. He married Irene Capek on October 10, 1963.
Bernard was a member of the American Legion Post #240 in Milligan and the V.F.W. Post #7102 in Geneva. His favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing and gardening.
Survivors include: Brother, Lumir Svec; Sister, Ruby (Mrs. Robert) Langhorst; Sister-In-Law, Louise Capek; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Wife, Irene I. (Capek) Svec; Parents, Emil and Helen (Fujan) Svec; Brother, Jim Svec and wife Ruth; 3-year old sister, Betty Svec; In-Laws, Marian Svec; Helen Pribyl and husband Lou, Ruby Oliva and husband Edward; John Capek and wife Rosemary; and Rudy Capek.
Funeral services were conducted from the Farmer & Son Funeral Home-Kotas Chapel on Thursday, June 27, 2013, with Father Rand Langhorst officiating. Casket bearers were Gary Svec, Kevin Svec, Lloyd Svec, Ken Jefferson Russell Langhorst and Glen Capek. Military graveside services were conducted by Milligan American Legion -HSSK Post #240 at the Bohemian National Cemetery with Farmer & Son Funeral Home-Kotas Chapel in charge of arrangements. Memorials are directed to the Milligan American Legion-HSSK Post #240.
(Both courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Bernard married Irene I. Capek on 10 Oct 1963. Irene (daughter of Rudolph George Capek and Mary Anna Hromadka) was born on 14 Oct 1919 in Glengary Township, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died in Oct 1995 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lumir Frank Svec, age 87 passed away peacefully on March 20th at Tabitha of Crete, surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born on September 11, 1928 on a farm outside Milligan NE to Emil and Helen Fujan Svec. He was the middle of five children.

Lum is preceded in death by his parents, wife Marian, sister Betty as a child, brothers Bernard and Jim, nieces Jan and Kelly Ahlschwede, special niece Carolyn Schmalken, and Bud (Buddy) the cat. He is survived by his daughter Donna of Minneapolis MN; son Gary of Aurora CO; grandchildren Guy (Jenn), Kira (Dustin) and Kalee of CO; great-grandchildren Troy, William and Alayna; sister Ruby Langhorst of David City; nieces and nephews, and numerous friends and acquaintances.

Lum graduated from Milligan High School in 1945, and at the age of 16 began working at the Crete Mills. He married Marian Cudly, also of Milligan, on August 9, 1949 and they celebrated 53 years of marriage before her passing. Lumir retired from the Crete Mills after 46 years and spent his retirement years involved in two things that were his passion: attending sales/auctions and refinishing furniture. Lum couldn't resist a good deal and walked away from many auctions with boxes of unknown "treasures" that he had purchased for a quarter. He also had a good eye for furniture, which he would buy, repair if needed, then refinish and sell. At one time an antique dealer regularly came from Kansas to purchase furniture from him.

Lum also refinished items for people in the area. He didn't do it as a business, but rather took as much work as he wanted to do, and told people to pay him what they thought it was worth. He said that he figured some people paid too little, some people paid the right amount and some people paid too much, so it all evened out in the end.

He loved to joke, tease and laugh, and truly enjoyed other people's company. He enjoyed Czech music, and loved kolaches, particularly cottage cheese. For many years, he got together on a daily basis with his coffee buddies, one of his favorite activities. He was a kind and caring man, and appreciated all the love and support he received from friends, acquaintances and family in his later years. He will be missed.

Services will be on Tuesday (3-29-2016) at 10:30 a.m. at Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete. Visitation: Monday, 5 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials directed to Tabitha of Crete, 1540 Grove, Crete NE 68333 or the Crete Volunteer Fire Department, 210 E 14th St, Crete, NE 68333.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Lumir married Marian Ann Cudly on 9 Aug 1949. Marian (daughter of Joseph John Cudly and Mamie Elznic) was born on 8 Nov 1929 in Nebraska; died on 23 May 2003 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

In the 2013 obituary of her brother, Bernard Svec, she is listed as "sister, Ruby & Robert Langhorst of David City."

Ruby L. Langhorst, 84, of David City, died Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the Butler County Health Care Center in David City.

Memorial Service

Saturday, July 31, 2021 10:00 a.m.

Milligan United Methodist Church, Milligan, Nebraska Rev. Murry J. Johnston

Visitation Saturday 9:00 a.m. till time of service at church

Inurnment at the Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan

Lunch Following Cemetery at Milligan American Legion Hall

Memorials: Butler County Senior Center, St. Lukes United Methodist Church, David City,

or mass intentions at the parish of the donor's choice.

Ruby L. Langhorst was born December 7, 1936 in Milligan, Nebraska to Emil and Helen (Fujan) Svec. She attended school in Milligan and graduated from Milligan high school. On October 4, 1958, Ruby was united in marriage to Robert L. Langhorst at Grace Lutheran Church in Ohiowa, Nebraska. Two children, Rand and Rusty were born to this union. Before moving to David City, Ruby worked as a Dietician at the hospital in Burwell. After moving to David City in 1986, Ruby worked as the cook at the Butler County Senior Center for many years. She was a member of St. Luke's Methodist Church in David City.

Ruby is surived by her sons, Fr. Rand Langhorst of Beatrice, Rusty (Barb) Langhorst of Brighton, Colorado, two grandchildren, Chesney and Luke Langhorst. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Bernard, Lumir and Jim Svec, and an infant sister Betty.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Notes:

Arlene attended Peru State Teachers College and taught in rural District #33 and #5. She later managed the Milligan Co-op Grocery Store. (Milligan, p 312).

Arlene married Ralph MIlo Hromadka on 22 Feb 1946 in York, York County, Nebraska. Ralph (son of Frank Hromadka and Anna Herynk) was born on 10 Mar 1922 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died in Jul 1995. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

A Funeral Service for Lorene will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at the Milligan United Methodist Church in Milligan, Nebraska with Pastor Murry Johnston and Kim Dunker presiding.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the family greeting friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Graveside Services will be conducted following the funeral service at the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan, Nebraska.

Memorials are to be directed to the Milligan Legion Auxiliary or Milligan United Methodist Church.

Lorene Jean Tesar Zeleny, youngest daughter of James J Tesar and Barbara Becwar Tesar was born on March 19, 1931 in Saline County on a farm four miles East of Milligan and entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at the age of 88 years.

Lorene graduated from Milligan High School in 1948, with a Normal Training teaching certificate enabling her to teach Fillmore County Rural School District #6, the same rural school she had attended as a child. During the summers, she worked at the ASCS farm office in Geneva and as a telephone operator at LT & T in Lincoln.

She married Bernard Zeleny 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. God blessed them with two precious children, Carol and Dave.

Lorene was an active member of the Millligan United Methodist Church since 1953, serving in almost all elected and appointed offices; a sponsor for 12 years for MYF and Youth Choir, and Sunday School teacher for 14 years with perfect attendance.

She was a charter member of the Friend Hospital Auxiliary.

Lorene was a permanent member of the Milligan Legion Auxiliary Unit #240 serving in elected and appointed offices in the Unit, County and District 11. She serviced as Mother to the Junior Auxiliary at Girls State in 1977.

In 1975, she became a charter member of Bleu Valle Salon #76. In 1987, she was selected as Departmental Child Welfare Chairperson; she traveled the State of Nebraska visiting the Salons and she used magic to help emphasize her speeches on children with cystic Fibrosis.
In 1951, she became a member of Friendship Temple #20 of the Order of the Pythian Sisters, serving in all officer chairs, attaining Most Excellent Chief and later as District Most Excellent Chief.

She enjoyed many happy times with the Country Girls of '48; members of the Milligan Seniors and the bowling team of Bunker's Inn. As a member of the Legion Auxiliary Kitchen Band, she enjoyed dressing up as a clown, Santa, bum, hillbilly and Easter Bunny, bringing joy to others, especially at care homes.

Bernard and Lorene traveled all over America with the Becwar's and the Geneva State Ambassador Club making lasting friendships. In 2001, when she became visually impaired she became a member of the South Central Support Group at Shickley and also became Region #5 Representative on the Nebraska Board for the Visually Impaired serving in leadership and speaking positions. She never missed the Tesar Christmas. She felt like her cousins were close family. She was thrilled being a tele-care Grammie to the 5th Graders of Exeter-Milligan School
Lorene was a loving wife, a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a beloved friend. Her favorite times were when her family gathered together at the farm home. In her younger days, she loved to take care of vegetable and flower gardens; can and freeze her bounty; bake crescent rolls, pies and cinnamon rolls; raise chickens, ducks, turkeys and geese. She loved to walk in the country with her dog, Louie; read newspapers and listen to the world and local news on TV; and she didn't want to be disturbed when she listed to the "soaps". She was a "die-hard" Democrat, serving on the Election Board from 1951 to 2002 until her eyesight failed.
Lorene will always be remembered by her warm, caring hugs, her constant smile and loving messages enclosed in everyone's greeting cards.

Lorene was preceded in death by: her parents, James J and Barbara Tesar; her husband's parents, Mike and Frances Uldrich Zeleny; sister, Arlene and husband, Ralph Hromadka; and brother-in-law, Bob Zeleny.

She is survived by her husband of 68 years Bernard; children: daughter, Carol and husband, Patrick Darnell of Lincoln; son, David of Milligan; grandchildren: Heather and husband, James 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 and Boston Donovan Zeleny; sister-in-law, Diane Zeleny; Soul Sister, Cheryl Tesar; Personal Adopted Sister, Jean Jacobsen; Niece, Barbara Hromadka and family; Nephews: Jim Zeleny and family; Mike and Amy Zeleny and family; and Jeff Zeleny.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Lorene married Bernard "Bennie" Wayne Zeleny on 19 Apr 1951 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Bernard (son of Michael Zeleny and Frances Uldrich) was born on 26 Dec 1926 in Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 28 Oct 2020 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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On Dec. 24, 2021, LaVern Tesar, son of John and Elsie (Slepicka) Tesar, passed away at home in Kennewick, Washington, from heart failure. He recently celebrated his 94th birthday Dec. 18 with his extended family.

Vern was born on a farm near Exeter, then the family moved near Tobias, where he started grade school at the age of 4. The first few years of high school were in Milligan with graduation from Wilber High School. After three and one-half years serving in the Navy during World War II, he was married to Marjory Beck (daughter of Ed and Alice Beck) of Wilber on July 12, 1950. Vern received an Associates degree in electronics from Valparaiso Technical School and was hired by IBM, where he worked for 31 years. He became plant manager at the Boulder, Colorado, IBM facility.

While in retirement, he held jobs as a deputy sheriff, real estate salesman, search and rescue volunteer, Meals on Wheels driver and senior center cook. He was an avid elk hunter and craftsman, building a home in the Colorado mountains. After he moved to Washington state, he could often be found in the orchards picking the apples and cherries missed by the professional crews. He enjoyed salmon fishing, and clamming and crabbing ar the beaches. He was always ready to help friends during branding time, pushing cows through the squeeze chute. Vern enjoyed family time listening to Big Joe and Molly B polka music. Marjory and Vern enjoyed traveling to many locations around the world.

Vern is survived by his wife Marjory, and their three children, Randy, Gaye and Jon. He enjoyed the expansion of the family in recent years with seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Elaine, Darlene, Johnnie, Delyte, Rene and Vicki. His parents and brother, Larry, preceded him in death.

Vern will always be remembered as a very social person who enjoyed bringing people together. His family and his role in the family were very important to him. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Vern's ashes will be interred at the Wilber Czech Cemetery. Due to Covid concerns. a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

LaVern married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Lloyd L. Tesar, age 80, of Aurora, died Sunday, October 23, 2011 in Aurora. Born December 21,1930 to Louis and Clara (Capek) Tesar in Beaver Crossing.

Survivors: wife, Ardis (West Peterson) Tesar of Aurora; sons, Tim Peterson and wife Kimmie of Dannebrog, Russ Peterson of Utica; daughters, Tara Hanneman and husband Kirk of Aurora, Shari Krejci and husband Mike of Aurora; five grandchildren; brother, Dr. Delbert Tesar and wife Rogene of Austin, Texas. Preceded in death by daughter, Leslie Marie.

Funeral services: 3 p.m. Friday, Milligan Auditorium, Milligan, Neb., Father Kenneth Borowiak officiating. Military graveside serves: Bohemian National Cemetery. Visitation beginning Thursday 1 p.m. until 8 p.m., with family greeting friends from 5 until 7, at Farmer & Son Funeral Home, Kotas Chapel in Milligan. Memorials to the family. Online condolences may be left at www.farmerandsonfuneralhome.com

Lincoln Journal Star, October 25, 2011, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy

Lloyd Leslie Tesar was born December 21, 1930, on a farm near Beaver Crossing, Nebraska. His parents were Louis and Clara (Capek) Tesar of Beaver Crossing. Lloyd was the oldest of four children and passed away Sunday, October 23, 2011, at the Memorial Hospital in Aurora, Nebraska at the age of 80 years 10 months and two days. As a young boy, he attended Beaver Crossing School and graduated with the class of 1948.
Shortly after his graduation from Beaver Crossing High School, Lloyd enlisted and entered the United States Air Force in January of 1951. There he met his life-long friend, Captain Jack Delaigle, and his wife Mary from Georgia. A highlight of his AP (Air Police) duty was saluting General Dwight D. Eisenhower as he entered Forbes Air Base in Topeka, Kansas. Lloyd achieved the rank of staff sergeant and wore four stripes. He was honorably discharged in December of 1954.
Before returning to the family farm, Lloyd owned a bar and was a professional painter specializing in high work which included towers, buildings, and bridges. With this work, he met two more life-long friends, Virgil Petersen and John Lape. Lloyd, then came back to the family farm near Beaver Crossing to raise cattle, seed corn, and other row crops. In 1978, he received a Grower Recognition Award from Golden Harvest for an outstanding high yield.
He married his loving wife, Ardis (West) Peterson, March 9, 1973. They met at a dance and continued to enjoy dancing for most of their 37 years of marriage. He was very proud to show off their golden goblets for best Polka Dancers. Lloyd and Ardis made wonderful memories taking numerous trips visiting family and friends across the country.
Lloyd was a 52 year member of the American Legion Holmes Post #178 of Beaver Crossing. He enjoyed a good game of cards or a night of bowling. He could often be found fishing off the Beaver Creek bridge or stump fishing in the Blue River. Good times were had coon hunting with his sons, Tim and Russ, and he loved teaching daughters, Tara and Shari, how to dance.
In July of 1995, lung cancer forced Lloyd to retire from farming. Later in 2005, Lloyd and Ardis moved to Aurora to be closer to their family. He cherished the frequent visits made by the grandkids. Lloyd was very proud of the beautiful new home they shared for six wonderful years.
He is survived by his wife, Ardis, children and spouses, Tim and Kimmie Peterson, Dannebrog, NE, Russ Peterson, Utica, NE, Tara and Kirk Hanneman, Aurora, NE, and Shari and Mike Krejci, Aurora, NE, grandchildren, Amber Peterson, Cheyenne, WY, Hailey and Kash Hanneman, Aurora, NE, Cole and Carson Krejci, Aurora, NE, brother, Dr. Delbert Tesar, sister in law, Rogene, Austin, TX, nieces and nephews, Myron "Ron" Tesar, Cyndee Smith, Cheryl Gray, Vim Tesar, Aleta Wilder, Landon Tesar, and Allison Woodall.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Sylvan and Delmar Tesar, his daughter Leslie Marie Tesar, his parents, Louis and Clara Tesar.
Services for Lloyd will be Friday, October 28, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at the Milligan Auditorium in Milligan, Nebraska. Visitation will begin Thursday at 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm with the family greeting friends from 5 until 7. Graveside services with Military Honors will in the Bohemian National Cemetery. Memorials are directed to the family.

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Sylvan LeRoy Tesar of Beaver Crossing, was born at his parents farm south of Beaver Crossing, Nebraska on February 22, 1933 to Louis and Clara (Capek) Tesar, the 2nd of 4 children and passed away Saturday, May 21, 2011 at the Friend Manor in Friend, Nebraska at the age of 78 years 2 months and 29 days. As a young boy he attended and graduated from Beaver Crossing Public School with the class of 1951. Sylvan served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict at Fort Bragg, NC and returned to Nebraska to farm in the Beaver Crossing area until his retirement in 1994. In 1955, he was united in marriage to Elaine Simacek and to this union two children, Ron and Cyndee were born. He later was blessed with a second marriage to Lois (Niewedde) Vollstedt, bringing three more children to his life, Lodeen, Arlen, and Cheryl. He later adopted Cheryl in 1965. Sylvan was a life-long farmer, farming west of Beaver Crossing until his retirement in 1994. His care of the land over the years was rewarded with a Seward County Conservation Award and also the National Achievement Award in 1969. After his retirement from the farm he built and lived in his log cabin home near Beaver Crossing until he entered the Friend Manor in March of 2009. He was a member of the Beaver Crossing United Methodist Church and was a lifetime member of the American Legion Holmes Post #178, serving as the District #12 Commander. He also was a member of the Forty and 8 in Lincoln. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and received a Master Angler award. He also enjoyed bowling, trap shooting, traveling to Branson, Missouri in the summer and winter vacationing in Mercedes, TX. He and his wife of 38 years, Lois, spent many enjoyable hours attending dances around the area with special times at the Flying V and Pla Mor Ballroom. He is survived by his children and spouses, Cheryl and Daniel Gray, Grand Island, NE, Myron "Ron" and Linda Tesar, Brooksville, FL, Cyndee Smith, St. Petersburg, FL, step children and spouses, Lodeen and Dennis Koranda, Jr., Seward, Arlen and Susan Vollstedt, Garland, grandchildren and spouses, Alexis Conway and Jentry Smith, St. Petersburg, FL, Shawn and Kim Mortensen, Norton, KS, Leah and Linc Reynolds, Huntsville, AL, Andy and Mandy Mortensen, Lincoln, McKenzie Mortensen, also of Lincoln, Kevin and Ginny Koranda, Rodney and Carmen Koranda, Bryan and Tracy Koranda, all of Seward, Jennifer and Jason Brase, Staplehurst, Julie and Chad Phillips, Garland, Janelle and Travis Schaefer, Seward, 19 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, brothers and sisters-in-law, Lloyd and Ardis Tesar, Aurora, Dr. Delbert and Rogene Tesar, Austin, TX, nieces, nephews, and spouses, Vim Tesar, Aleta Tesar, Landon Tesar, Allison Woodall, Tara Hanneman, Shari Krejcil, great nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Delmar Tesar, an infant son, Keith Tesar, his parents, Louis and Clara Tesar and his former spouses, Elaine and Lois A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 4pm at the Beaver Crossing United Methodist Church with Rev. Betsy Galloway-Carew officiating. Burial of ashes with military honors conducted by Holmes Post #178 will be at the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan at 1pm also on Thursday. Memorials have been established and are directed in care of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lauber-Moore Funeral Home, Beaver Crossing.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Rose married Richard Lee Mattox on 26 Dec 1954. Richard was born on 19 Jan 1932; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
RushvilleRepublican.com
Published May 4, 2006

Thomas F. Marshall, 64, of Rushville, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at his residence.

Born July 21, 1941, in Rushville, he was the son of the late William F. and Alice Soukup Marshall. He married Marylu Becht June 8, 1963; she survives.

Mr. Marshall graduated from Rushville High in 1959. He then graduated from Indiana University with a BS in education in 1968. He went on to Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis and graduated with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence in 1971. He was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in 1971 and the Florida State Bar n 1974. After graduation he practiced law in Bluffton and was prosecuting attorney in Wells County from 1972 to 1974. He then moved to Florida and practiced law from 1974 to 1976. He was appointed by Gov. Otis Bowen as Rush County Court Judge and then elected; he served until 1996. He was Rush County Public Defender from 1998 to 2003. He was a co-founder of Rush County Youth Football and helped with development of the Rush County Substance Abuse Program. He was involved in the formation of the DARE school education program in our community. He was a former longtime member of the Rotary Club and active in Elks Lodge 1307 for more than 35 years. He was a member of Antler Point Country Club, Flatrock Yacht & Bath Club, Indiana Bar Association, Florida Bar Association and Rush County Bar Association. He was a strong supporter of the RCHS Athletic Booster Club.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons, Jeff Marshall (and wife Jennie) of Wilmette, Ill., and Jim Marshall (and wife Lori) of Rushville; one brother, Bill Marshall (and wife Elsieann) of Columbus; and four grandchildren, Max and Anna Marshall, Stefanie and Lindsay Montgomery.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Rose Marie Ketchem.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Todd Funeral Home in Rushville with the Rev. Hank Anderson officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the RCHS Athletic Booster Club or to the donor?s charity of choice.

Thomas married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Ilene Buchholtz. Ilene was born on 5 Aug 1926; died on 6 Mar 1978. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Sharon graduated from Doane College at Crete and has a Masters Degree from the University of Nebraska. As of 1988, she worked at the Bennett Martin Library in Lincoln. Her daughter Kristen was living in Denver, and son Andrew was living in Lincoln with his mother. (Milligan, p 263).

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Obituary for Glen J. Soukup
A Funeral Service for Glen will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska with Pastor Larry Gouin presiding.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m until 7:00 p.m. with the family present during that time at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska.

Graveside Services will be conducted following the funeral service in the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan, Nebraska.

Memorials are to be directed to the family to be designated at a later date.

To view the Livestream Video you can go to Farmer & Son Funeral Home's Facebook Page or in your search engine type @friendlyfuneraldirectors and click the link to Farmer & Son or click this link https://www.facebook.com/friendlyfuneraldirectors/Funeral and it should direct you to our Facebook Page.

Glen Soukup, passed away on Tuesday March 1st, 2022, at home. Glen was born to Frank and Allene Soukup on Feb. 1st, 1942, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He attended Lincoln Public Schools, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1959. He then attended the University of Nebraska obtaining his undergraduate degree and was an esteemed member of the Golden Key Society. Glen then continued his education at the University of Nebraska College of Law earning a Juris Doctorate of Law in 1967. He was proud to have worked for Nebraska Governor James Exon's administration as Director of the State Technical Assistance Agency for several years. He then went on to pursue personal business ventures.

Glen was a lifelong resident of Lincoln, spending a good portion of time at his fishing cabin/summer home, also known as "The Castle in the Canyon" located at Decker's, Colorado. Some of his favorite times were spent enjoying his specialty "Mountain Margaritas" and red beers, or a jack and coke on the upper deck. He loved watching the hummingbirds and afternoon showers from his canyon view veranda, evenings with Trudy breathing in the fresh mountain air, and all times spent with his favorite Golden Retriever, Dylan. Glen will be fondly remembered by family and friends for generously hosting so many at his beloved cabin, and for always sharing the beautiful sights the Colorado mountains had to offer.

In earlier years he and his daughter Nicholle enjoyed spending time at his mother's farms near Crete and Wilber, experiencing nature and farm life while embracing their Czech culture with family. During the last few years though his health began to fail he did his best to maintain close relationships with family and friends and enjoyed many games of cards while partaking in a few adult beverages.

Glen was preceded in death by his father Frank H. Soukup, mother Allene B. Tesar, brother Kenneth J. Tesar, sister-in-law Linda S. Soukup, and the best dog ever Dylan "Doolittle" Soukup.

Glen is survived by daughter Nicholle Soukup of Norfolk, granddaughter Haleigh Kappel of Lincoln. grandson Holden Soukup of Central City, and great grandson Trace Reynolds of Lincoln. Brother Allen (Janice) Soukup, nephew Kelsey Soukup all of Lincoln, and niece Jessica (Michael) Zmek of Archer. Sister Jo Ann (Steve) Kroll, nephew Peter Kroll, and nephew Jeremiah (Megan) Kroll all of Lincoln. Brother Gregory Soukup, nephew Frank (Kim) Soukup, and nephew James (Liz) Soukup all of Lincoln. Sister in law Marianne Tesar of Crete, niece Ashley Tesar of Lincoln, and niece Whitney (Ryan) Peterson of Palmer, MN. Long time special friend Trudy Townley of Lincoln. He is also survived by many great nephews and nieces, cousins- many of whom were like siblings to him, his church family at Four Square church, and of course many dear friends.

The Glen Soukup family would like to extend a very heartfelt, and appreciative THANK YOU to all whom helped Glen in recent years. Being very strong in his faith Glen would always say "the good Lord will take care of me", we may all now rest assured that has been done.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Family/Spouse: Diane Kunselman. Diane was born on 7 Jan 1940 in Valentine, Cherry County, Nebraska; died on 24 Aug 2001 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary for Leslie L. Svec

A Funeral Service for Leslie will be held on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska with Reverend Jeff Jensen presiding.

Visitation will be held 1 hour prior (10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.) to the Funeral Service on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska.

Graveside Services will be held following the Funeral Service at the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan, Nebraska.

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

Leslie Lloyd Svec was born November 8, 1933 to Louis J. and Rose (Becwar) Svec on the farm west of Milligan. Les married Cheri Fitzgibbon on May 9, 1964 at a ceremony in Tobias. Together, they had two children: Kyle and Kevin. Les passed away at Heritage Crossings in Geneva on Sunday April 23, 2023 at the age of 89.

Les grew up on the family farm west of Milligan and attended District 44 for his elementary years, and then Milligan High School, graduating with the class of 1951. After graduation, Les attended the Lincoln School of Commerce for one year and then began a career as the bookkeeper for the Farmer's Co-op in Milligan. He worked for the Milligan Co-op and eventually Farmers Cooperative for 53 years, finally retiring fully in 2009 at the age of 75.

The only exception to his continual work at the Co-op was when he took time off to serve in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958, spending one year in Korea.

After retirement, Les spent most his time following the activities of his grandchildren and helping on the family farm, particularly driving truck during harvest and keeping an eye on pivots during the summer.

Les was preceded in death by his parents Louis J. and Rose Svec; in-laws Adolph and Evelyn Dlouhy; brothers Lloyd Svec and Louis Dale Svec; brother-in-law Larry Fitzgibbon and nephews Dave Fitzgibbon and Eric Fitzgibbon.

Les is survived by his wife of 59 years, Cheri Svec; sons Kyle (Rebecca) and their children Kole and Tucker of Milligan; and Kevin (Angie) and their children Grant and Cassidy of Gretna; brother-in-law Gary Fitzgibbon of Milligan and sister-in-law Alice (Kip) Fitzgibbon of Scottsbluff.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

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John James Kucera, of Herriman, Utah, passed away on May 10, 2015 at the age of 78. He was born on April 5, 1937 in Fillmore County, Nebraska to John J. Kucera and Alice M. (Svec) Kucera. He married Elaine Sharon Ackland on November 22, 1961 at Saint Mary's Cathedral in Lincoln. John served four years in the U.S. Navy and graduated from the University of Nebraska with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in 1962. He retired from L-3 Communications in Salt Lake City in 1999. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Parish in Copperton, Utah for many years, where he served as an usher, member of the parish council, and as parish administrator for four years.

John was preceded in death by his parents, son Richard, and sisters Marilyn Zank and Joanne Vasina of Lincoln. He is survived by wife Elaine, sons David (Leslie Robinson) of Del Mar, Calif., James Kucera of Murray, Utah, and William Kucera of Herriman, grandson Matthew Kucera of Del Mar, and granddaughters Alyssa Kucera of Del Mar and Erica Webb of West Jordan, Utah.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, at Immaculate Conception Parish in Copperton, Utah, with a viewing at the church one hour prior to services. A private inurnment will be held at Murray City Cemetery, Murray, Utah. Please visit, www.goffmortuary.com

(Lincoln Journal Star, 14 May 2015, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

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Jacquelin J Schroder was born, 5/1/1935 in Fairbury, Ne. to James & Geraldine (Butt) Soukup of Western, Ne. She passed away on 5/29/2021.

She is survived by husband Alfred, sons Bartt (Sue) of Dewitt, Ne, Brett (Debra), Hastings, Ne and Daughter Amy (Arlan) of Larned, Ks. Grandchildren: Jason (Katie), Janae, Ethan, Wyatt and Carson (Courtney). Great-Grandchildren: Noah, Maddie, Ben.

Services will be held on 6/2/2021 at 11:00 at Messiah Lutheran at 1800 S. 84th St. Lincoln, NE

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