Marie "Mary" Buzek

Marie married Jan "John" Cudly on 1 Mar 1888 in Wilber, Saline County, Nebraska. Jan (son of Jan "Johann" "John" Cudly and Josefa "Josie" Prochaska) was born on 11 Jul 1865 in Radlice, Moravia; died on 4 Aug 1957 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

He was a business man in Milligan, Nebrasks.

(Research):
Census Listings:

1920 Census
Nebraska, Fillmore County, Milligan Village
Enumerated 16 Apr 1930
ED 30-16 SD 11 Sheet 1A Stamped 92
Highway
14-15
Chudly, Stanley Head M W 41 m 20 Neb Czechslovakia Neb Manager Retail Lumber
Chudly, Elsie Wf F W 36 m 23 Kansas Czechslovakia Wisc
Chudly, Robert Son M W 9 S Neb Neb Neb

Stanley married Elsie Kouba on 26 Jun 1917. Elsie was born on 18 Jan 1895 in Kansas; died on 1 Jul 1980; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

As a young girl, she worked for her Aunt Fannie MENGELER in a millinery shop in Milligan. (Milligan, p 292).

Lula married Frank John Havel on 9 Mar 1910 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Frank (son of John W. Havel and Frances "Fannie" Krejdle) was born on 4 Sep 1885 in Liberty Township, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 15 Nov 1970 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Changed the spelling of his family name from Cudly to Chudly.

Born in a soddie, Edward graduated from Exeter High School and taught country school for one year. After that, he worked in the Milligan lumber yard.

During the First World War, he served in France. General John J. Pershing was reviewing the troops and paused in front of Edward, asking him where he was from. Edward replied, "Nebraska, Sir." "They grow them tall in Nebraska, don't they?" said General Pershing and walked on. Edward was 6'5 inches, and stood out among the rest of the doughboys. (Milligan, pps 251-252).

He was a former school teacher, and worked for the Elgin Watch company and later for the Nebraska State Library.

(Research):

Census Listings:

1930 Census
Nebraska, Fillmore County, Milligan Village
Enumerated April 19, 1930
ED 30-16 SD 11 Sheet 4B
123-127
Cudly, Edward Head ) 3600 R N W 36 N 27 Neb Czech Neb Manager Farmer Electric?
Cudly, Anna Wf F W 27 M 18 Neb Czech Czech
Cudly, Edward Jr Son M W 7 S Neb Neb Neb
Cudly, Goldie Dtr F W 6 S Neb Neb Neb
Cudly, Sylvia Dtr F W 4 S Neb Neb Neb

Edward married Anna Hromadka on 20 Apr 1921 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Anna (daughter of Karel "Charles" Hromadka and Marie Cudly) was born on 20 Jun 1902 in Nebraska; died on 14 Apr 1988 in Beatrice, Gage County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

John spent his entire life on the farm, except for one year while he attended automotive school in Lincoln. (Milligan, p 256).

(Research):

Census Listings:

1930 Census
Nebraska, Saline County, Turkey Creek Precinct
Enumerated April 4, 1930
ED 76-22 SD 11 Sheets IB and IIA
23-23
Cudly, Joseph J Head M W 34 m 23 Neb Czech Neb Farmer
Cudly, Mamie Wf F W 28 m 17 Neb Czech Neb
Cudly, Mylo J Son M 1 W 10 S Nen Nen Neb
Cudly, Mildred M Dtr F W 9 S Neb Neb Neb
Cudly, Joseph J. Son M W 6 S Neb Neb Neb
Cudly, Helen M Dtr F W 1 10/12 S Neb Neb Neb
Cudly, Marian A Dtr F W 5/12 S Neb Neb Neb

Joseph married Mamie Elznic on 3 Mar 1919. Mamie (daughter of Frantisek "Frank" Elznic and Marie Bartu) was born on 10 Jul 1901 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 4 Jul 1986 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She attended school at District #2 through the eighth grade. She then stayed home to help her mother care for the younger children. (Milligan, p 203)

Frantiska married Joseph Bernasek on 9 Feb 1926 in York, York County, Nebraska. Joseph (son of Frantisek "Frank" Bernasek and Josefa Fujan) was born on 6 Jul 1890 in Glengary Township, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 13 Nov 1957 in Fairbury, Jefferson County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rose married James Hromadka on 9 Jun 1925 in Belleville, Republic County, Kansas. James (son of Karel "Charles" Hromadka and Marie Cudly) was born on 28 Sep 1903 in Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 18 Jan 1981 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mamie married Anton W. Uldrich on 6 Aug 1929 in Belleville, Republic County, Kansas. Anton (son of Adolph Uldrich and Antonie Stejskal) was born on 18 Sep 1907 in Nebraska; died on 24 Jan 1992 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vlasta married Leonard Boanford Anderson on 9 Oct 1926. Leonard was born on 13 Jun 1908 in Illinois; died in May 1984 in Waco, York County, Nebraska; was buried in Tobias City Cemetery, Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

He worked at the Farmer's Co-Op at Milligan and Gooch Milling Company of Lincoln. (Milligan, p 256).

Ernest married Verna L. Meyers on 11 Jun 1940. Verna was born on 1 Jun 1915 in Ohiowa, Fillmore County, Nebraska; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

ROBERT P CHUDLY 17 Oct 1920 20 Aug 1994 68406 (Milligan, Fillmore, NE ) (none specified) 506-16-1189 Nebraska

WWII

Notes:

Frank was born on the farm west of Milligan now occupied by Emil TUREK. He graduated from Milligan Public School in 1928 and entered farming with this father. In 1937, he went to work for the Farmers' Coop. Other employment includes working as a mechanic at BORS & BULIN Garage in Milligan and then at Bruning Air Base. He entered the service on May 29, 1943. He served in the European Theater in France and Germany with the 30th Medical Depot. He was in the battles of Normandy, Northern France and the Rhineland. After his discharge, he and his brother-in-law, Donal VAVRA worked part time as trappers. In 1947, they received over $1,000 for mink pelts. He worked full-time for Fillmore County as a road maintenance operator and volunteer firefighter (Milligan, p 293).

Dennis Belohlavy pointed out that his date of birth on the SSDI was instead 14 Dec 1914. It is not known whether this date, or the date of 24 Dec 1910 cited in Milligan Nebraska book, is accurate.

Frank married Marie Helen Oliva on 21 Dec 1939 in Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Marie was born on 18 Jun 1918 in Tobias, Saline County, Nebraska; died on 14 Mar 2012 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ernest married Irma Nohava on 12 Dec 1940 in Belleville, Republic County, Kansas. Irma (daughter of James Nohava and Agnes Sredl) was born on 16 Nov 1915 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 2 Aug 2013 in Friend, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried on 6 Aug 2013 in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She became ill during a snowstorm and died before a doctor was able to attend to her. (Milligan, p 293).

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Edward graduated from Milligan High School in May, 1940, and joined the U.S. Navy in June. He was stationed at the Naval Receiving Station, Pearl Harbor, T.H., on December 7, 1941.

After completing six years in the Navy, he joined Wright and Wilhemy Wholesale Hardware in Omaha. He was in their employ for 40 years, traveling southeast Nebraska as a salesman for the company and making his home in Beatrice, Nebraska.

Obituary

Chudly -- Edward J., 79, Lincoln, died Monday (7/2/01). Born, Milligan (6/15/22) to Edward E. and Anna (Hromadka). Beatrice resident, 47 years; Lincoln resident, past nine years. Retired wholesale hardware sales representative. Navy veteran, WWII. Life member, Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, Beatrice VFW Post 1077, Fairbury Elks Lodge 1203, Milligan American Legion Post 240, U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation.

Survivors: wife, June Lee Chudly; daughter, son-in-law, Zoe A. and Michael Boynton, Lincoln; grandchildren, spouse, Kelly and Eric Bjorkman, Seth E. Boynton, all Lincoln; stepchildren and grandchildren, Allen Lee, Diane Lockwood, Steven and Stacy Lee, John and Lori Lee, Joshua Lee, Alexandria Lee, Eric and Mary Lee, Elizabeth Lee; sisters, Goldie Adami, San Marino, Calif., Sylvia Butcher, Grace Delaney, both Lincoln. Preceded in death by first wife, Ruth O. Chudly; parents; granddaughter, Emily Boynton.

Memorial Services: 1 p.m. Thursday, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St. The Rev. Robert F. Edwards. Burial at later date, Bohemian National Cemetery, Milligan. Memorials to Lincoln Police K-9 Corps, 575 S. 10th St., Attn.: Capt. Soukup, Lincoln, NE 68508; or American Cancer Society, 7441 O St., Suite 104, Lincoln, 68510.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, Lincoln Journal Star archives)

(Research):He married second June Lee Sattler. Her obituary, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, follows:

une Lee Chudly, age 86, was born 06/2/1934 to Frank and Amelia Sattler in Zion, Illinois. She passed away 8/05/2020 peacefully at her home in Lincoln where she has resided since 1960. June attended Zion-Benton Township Highschool in Zion, Illinois. She went on to become an Executive Secretary at the Naval base in Green Bay, Wisconsin where she met her future husband Lt. Commander Ornsby Lee. The two were married 28 years until his passing in 1988. Together they raised six children. In 1992, June married Edward J. Chudly and they spent nine years together traveling and enjoying life. June was an active member of the Nebraska Chapter of Pearl Harbor Survivors Association, along with both of her husbands. She spent her days gardening, bird watching, reading & golfing.

She is survived by her children, Allen Lee, Diane Lockwood, Nancy (Bill) Barclay, Steven (Stacy) Lee, John (Lori) Lee, Eric (Mary) Lee; grandchildren Joshua Lee, Elizabeth (Steven) Sydzyik, Alexandra Lee; brother Gerald (Carol) Sattler, and many nieces & nephews.

Preceded in death by her parents, husbands Ornsby Lee and Edward J. Chudly, sisters Rachel (Dick) Greidanus, Mildred (Paul) Anderson; brothers Harold (Crystal) Sattler, Wilbur (LaVern) Sattler, Edward (Chris) Sattler.

Private family services will be held at the Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery. Livestreaming of the service will be held on Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home & Cemetery's Facebook page on Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to NET (TV/radio) or The Salvation Army.

Edward married Ruth Opal Lambert on 9 Dec 1944. Ruth was born on 15 Oct 1923 in North Dakota; died on 10 Feb 1990 in Beatrice, Gage County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She was in the Milligan School Band, in 1937, along with her sister Sylvia. Goldie played the clarinet. (Milligan, 1988-2008, p. 5).

Former Director of Nursing for the Pasedena Community Hospital. (Milligan, p 252). She was a school teacher and also served six months as a Army Nurse during World War II.

Goldie married Herbert F. Adami on 15 Mar 1946 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska. Herbert was born on 18 Sep 1912 in Winters, Runnels County, Texas; died on 11 Sep 1992 in San Marino, Los Angeles County, California; was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Glendale, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Nicknamed Sibbie. (Milligan, p 252). She was in the Milligan School Band, in 1937, along with her sister Goldie. Sybil played the saxophone. (Milligan, 1988-2008, p. 5).

Sylvia Ruth Butcher, age 92, of Lincoln, passed away on December 1, 2017. She was born on July 16, 1925, in Milligan, to Edward and Anna (Hromadka) Chudly. Sylvia is survived by her sons, Michael Butcher of Lincoln; Mark (Eileen) Butcher of Seal Beach, California, daughter, Pam Butcher of Omaha; six grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Grace Delaney of Lincoln. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul, son David, granddaughter Juli-Ann, parents, brother, Edward, and sister, Goldie.

Sylvia's wishes were to be cremated and a private graveside service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Lincoln Food Bank.

(From 03 Dec 2017 Lincoln Journal Star, courtesy Dennis Belohlavy)

Sylvia married Paul C. Butcher on 4 Dec 1943 in Massachusetts. Paul (son of Frank John Butcher and Pearl Victoria Cole) was born on 20 Sep 1921 in Nebraska; died on 13 Feb 1995 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"... Mylo died from injuries sustained in a car accident on July 25, 1939." Other sources show that he died in 1937, and FindAGrave shows this as in 1938.

Notes:

Maresh, Mildred Mamie, age 89, Lincoln, died March 12, 2010 in Lincoln. Born Milligan on February 17, 1921 to Joseph and Mamie (Elznic) Cudly. Former employee, Russell Stover Candies, University of Nebraska (dietary department). 64 year member Milligan American Legion Auxiliary.

SURVIVORS
Daughter & son-in-law: Carolyn and Gary Schmalken, Lincoln
Son and daughter-in-law: Larry and Peggy Maresh, Lincoln
Grandchildren, spouses: Steve and Tammy Schmalken, Malcolm
Debra and Danny Kage, LaVista
Jeff and Melanie Schmalken, Lincoln
Brian and Tiffany Schmalken, Fort Worth, TX
Brent and Jana Maresh, Lincoln
8 Great Grandchildren
1 Great Great Granddaughter
Brother-in-law: Lumir Svec, Crete
Sister-in-law: Ruth Maresh, Geneva

PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: Parents; Husband, Edward M. Maresh; Brothers, Milo and Joseph Cudly; Sisters, Marian Svec, Helen Ahlschwede

FUNERAL SERVICES
10:00 am, Tuesday, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street, Lincoln. Visitation, 3 pm to 8 pm Sunday; 9 am to 8 pm Monday; one hour before services Tuesday, all at the funeral home. Memorials in lieu of flowers in care of Gramercy Hill, 6800 "A" Street, Lincoln, NE 68510. Condolences may be sent to lincolnfh.com

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Mildred married Edward M. Maresh on 19 Sep 1940. Edward (son of Josef "Joseph" Maresh and Anna Betkova) was born on 24 Feb 1916 in Nebraska; died on 27 Apr 1983 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

US NAVY WORLD WAR II, KOREA

Joseph married Esther Mae Renner on 24 Jun 1951. Esther was born on 13 Oct 1924; died on 24 Sep 2007 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Helen married Frederich R. Ahlschwede on 5 May 1959. Frederich was born on 4 Oct 1932; died in Jul 1985 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Marian married Lumir Frank Svec on 9 Aug 1949. Lumir (son of Emil Svec and Helen Fujan) was born on 11 Sep 1928 in Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 20 Mar 2016 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

A graduate of District #71 High School in Milligan. Served in Korea with the 176th Armored Field Artillery Battalion from 1951 through 1953. (Milligan, p 200)

ERVIN BERNASEK 20 Oct 1928 20 Apr 1999 (V) 68416 (Ohiowa, Fillmore, NE) (none specified) 507-42-0602 Nebraska

Ervin 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]

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.

Notes:

Lepha Mae Bojanski was born on Tuesday, March 15, 1927, to parents Leonard and Vlasta Anderson in Friend, Nebraska. Lepha later married Roman Ray Bojanski and from this union the two welcomed their son Randall. Lepha and Roman enjoyed a marriage that lasted 50 years together.
Lepha passed away on the afternoon of Monday, July 25, 2022, in Papillion, Nebraska at the age of 95 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sister Verna Shaw.
Lepha is survived by son Randall (Rhonda); grandson Jacob Bojanski; granddaughters Jessica and Amber Bojanski

PRIVATE FAMILY SERVICES
Memorials may be directed to a charity of your choice.

Family/Spouse: Roman Ray Bojanski. Roman was born on 30 Jan 1919 in Nebraska; died on 11 Nov 1997 in Linwood, Butler County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Verna Lee Shaw, 78, of Columbus, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011 in Lincoln. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Svoboda Funeral Home, North Chapel. There will be no visitation or viewing.

Verna was born April 13, 1933 in Milligan to Leonard and Vlasta (Cudly) Anderson. She graduated from Tobias High School and moved to Omaha. Verna married Richard Lee Shaw on April 19, 1952 in Omaha. In 1994 Verna and Richard moved to Linwood and in 2009 they moved to Columbus. Verna was a Data Processor for Qwest Communications.
Verna is survived by sons: Matthew of Beatrice, Range and his domestic partner Bill Sheppard of Phoenix, AZ, Bowman (Florence) of Chicago, John (Christa) of Portland; daughter: Julie (Don) Bartels of Boston; grandchildren: Cole, Cameron, Taylor, Andrew, Lauren and Emma; sisters Leha Bojanski and Greta Schneider; nieces Patricia Martin and Linda Deines and nephew: Randy Bojanski.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Richard in 2010.
(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, form the Lincoln Journal Star, June 9, 2011)

Verna married Richard Lee Shaw on 19 Apr 1952 in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Richard was born on 9 Jan 1925 in Sargent, Custer County, Nebraska; died on 10 Jul 2010 in Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska. [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]

Notes:

He died in an automobile accident less than two miles from his parents home. (Milligan, p 311).

Roland married Sharon Elaine Slezak on 16 Sep 1967 in Nebraska. Sharon (daughter of Milo Slezak and JoAnn Lottes) was born on 21 Nov 1946 in York, York County, Nebraska; died on 8 Jun 2022 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

A graduate of Kearney State College with a B.A. in secondary education. He later received a Masters' degree in Education. (Milligan, p 311).

Ronald married Sharon Elaine Slezak after 1968. Sharon (daughter of Milo Slezak and JoAnn Lottes) was born on 21 Nov 1946 in York, York County, Nebraska; died on 8 Jun 2022 in Lincoln, Lancaster 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]

Notes:

Michael (Mike) E Butcher, age 75, of Lincoln, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. Mike was born November 1, 1948 to Paul and Sylvia Chudly Butcher. Mike is survived by his loving children, Andrew (Stephanie) Butcher, Jessica Butcher; siblings, Pamela Butcher, Mark (Eileen) Butcher; grandchildren, Jack Butcher, Natalie Butcher; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Private Family Services.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, copied from Dignity Memorial)

Notes:

"...Carolyn Ann Maresh, who married on 24 Jun 1950 Gary Schmalpen. They had three children, Steven born 12 Mar 1961; Debbie born 19 Sept 1962, and Jeffrey born 10 Dec 1967."

Carolyn A. Schmalken, age 70, of Lincoln, died March 25, 2013.

Survived by husband, Gary; son & daughter-in-law, Steve & Tammy Schmalken, Malcolm; daughter & son-in- law, Debrah & Danny Jr. Kage, LaVista; sons & daughters-in-law, Jeff & Melanie Schmalken, Valparasio, Brian & Tiffany Schmalken, Ft. Worth, Texas; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren.

Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Community Church, 86th & Holdrege St. Officiating: Pastor George Cook. Viewing: Friday 9-9, with family 6-8 at the funeral home. Burial: Lincoln Memorial Park. Memorials to the family, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at http://www.bmlfh.com/

Lincoln Journal Star, 28 Mar 2013, courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy

Notes:

July 10, 1948 ? April 15, 2023

Larry Dean Maresh was born July 10, 1948 to Edward and Mildred Maresh in Friend, NE. The family moved to Lincoln when Larry was 7. Larry graduated from Lincoln High in 1966. He attended UNL for 2 years majoring in engineering and was a member of the Triangle Fraternity.

When Larry realized he was going to be drafted, he enlisted in the US Army and served in the Security Services Division. After spending a year in Vietnam, he was honorably discharged and returned to Lincoln. Upon returning, he attended Lincoln School of Commerce and graduated with his degree in accounting. His first job was at the Lincoln Airport Authority, and he retired from the Airport Authority as Deputy Director of Administration in 2007.

Larry married the love of his life Peggy in 1976 and they would have celebrated 47 years of marriage in July. Larry enjoyed many hobbies; golfing, cooking, playing softball, hunting and fishing and he was able to share those hobbies with his son Brent. Larry and Brent were able to share an antelope and elk hunting trip which Larry talked about for years. Larry's fondest memories were the times spent at the family cabin at Lake McConaughy. Larry loved the sandhills and enjoyed the terrain and watching the wildlife. Larry was known for his cooking and grilling, and his family and friends will miss his french toast, lasagna, and his cr?me brulee.

Larry was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Capital City Kiwanis Club and American Legion Post #3. He was also a Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader.

Larry is survived by his wife Peggy, son Brent and daughter-in-law Jana and grandchildren Ardy and Harry. Larry always said Brent was the best thing he ever did with his life and Ardy and Harry were his pride and joy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law and brother-in-lawn June and Rick Issler, his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Mike and Linda Nelson, 3 nephews and 1 niece and their families and his fur baby Sophie.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, sister Carolyn Schmalken and his brother-in-law Gary Schmalken, his father-in-law and mother-in-law Jack and Patricia Nelson.
A military burial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Wyuka Cemetery, Lincoln. A reception will follow at Wyuka Funeral Home, Lincoln. Cremation was chosen. Memorials may be made to the Capital Humane Society or the Lincoln Children's Zoo.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, from Wyuka Funeral Home website)

Notes:

Received both his Bachelor's and Master's degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Employed by the Department of Defense as a Eurasia analyst/cartographer with the Defense Mapping Agency. (Milligan, p 200)

Obituary

Mark Joseph Bernasek passed away on Nov 14 2015. He was 56 years old at the time of his death. He was born in Lincoln on August 26, 1959 to Ervin Joseph and Carol Catherine (Naber) Bernasek. Mark was baptized and confirmed at St Johns Lutheran Church in Ohiowa. He was raised on the family farm three miles west of Milligan. He attended Milligan Public School from Kindergarten through 12th grade.

After graduating from Milligan High School in 1977, he attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He graduated in 1986 with a BA in Geography. From 1982 to 1986 he attended graduate school at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln achieving a master's degree in Geography/Cartography/Geo Processing. From 1986 to 1998 Mark was employed as a cartographer for the National Imagery and Mapping Agency in Washington DC. From 1998 to 2005 he worked for BAE SYSTEMS in Washington DC providing technical and process systems training to federal government employees.

In 2005 he returned to Nebraska to be near family and to help his mother whose eyesight was failing. From 2005 to 2008 he was employed as an HR training assistant for Veyance Corporation (Continental Contitech) in Lincoln. For the last seven years Mark processed storm claims losses for Farm Bureau Property & Casualty Insurance in Lincoln.

Mark's fascination and love of geography and history took him abroad several times. He was particularly intrigued with his family's origins in Germany and Czechoslovakia. During his life he made several trips to Europe pursuing these interests. Mark was an avid cyclist and spent many hours cycling, being familiar with all the bike trails in Lancaster County. And Mark thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his friends. With his mom's diminishing eyesight, Mark saw to it that her business and personal affairs were being taken care of. Mark was dedicated to his mom and would often drop in and surprise her with her favorite treats or they would go out to enjoy their favorite restaurants.

He is survived by his mom Carol Bernasek of Lincoln, his sister Jacqueline of Boise, and nephew Ian also of Boise, aunt Marilyn Morden of Lincoln and his friends. He was preceded in death by his father Ervin and his grandparents and aunt, Doris Naber.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home on 4040 A St in Lincoln with Rev. Eric Lesher officiating. Graveside services will follow at 2:30 at the National Bohemian Cemetery south of Milligan with Rev. James Sells officiating. Condolences may be left at www.bmlfh.com.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, Lincoln Journal Star, 18 November 2015)

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