Joseph John Cudly

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:

"... 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:

"...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:

Bruce Cudly, 71, of Lincoln, entered eternal peace on Sunday, June 2nd at home with his wife DeAnn, children, family and loved ones, and his beloved dog Sophie by his side.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Esther (Renner) Cudly, many cherished aunts, uncles, cousins, infant nephew, and father-in-law.

He is survived by his wife, DeAnn; sons, Matt,(Erin) of Panama City, FL, David,(Lauren) of Austin TX, and Gabe Kanne of Lincoln; Daughter, Hannah (Cory) Watermeir of Austin, TX; Sister, Sue Menke; Godson and nephew, Jeremy (Shannon), niece Alyssa (Brian) Felcher, Grandchildren, Connor, Christine, David, Emma and one more on the way. Grand-Nephews, Brendan and Aiden; Mother-in-law, JoAnn Roti (Gary),Sister-in-law, Gretchen (Rick) Roti, and Brother-in-law, Jayson (Ava) Roti.

Family is, even in death, everything to Bruce. No matter the distance, the time, the ups, the downs, family was and is his touchstone. As was his work family, his church family, his hunting brothers, his llama family, his volleyball family, his MS bike ride family, his scouting family, as well as his extensive family of friends and neighbors, both lifelong and new.

Bruce enjoyed going to work each day. Seriously! He devoted almost 42 years of service to promoting quality of services and supports to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in Nebraska. Bruce's work started in a vocational support setting in Lincoln under the office known as LOMR. He went on to have an illustrious career as one of Nebraska's leading advocates for the rights of those with disabilities. Bruce served as the Director of Organizational Supports for Region V Services (now APACE) which serves Southeast Nebraska. Bruce helped craft regulatory language within Nebraska and developed and trained countless staff to ensure the dignity and respect for those that Region V supported. He has positively impacted the lives of thousands of people and his accomplishments will be forever within the DNA of Nebraska's services for citizens with disabilities. Bruce was a long-time board member and two-time President for the Nebraska Association of Community Professionals. Bruce received recognition, earning 2 significant awards: The Bob Schalock Award from the Association of Community Professionals, which is the highest honor in the state, and the American Association for Mental Retardation Professional of the Year Award.

He was a devoted member of Our Saviours Lutheran Church, and together with DeAnn, he was actively involved in the FEAST ministry, offering support, classes, meals, and friendship to individuals transitioning from the correctional center back into the community.

In 2007, Bruce initiated fundraising efforts for the MS Society by participating in bike rides in Nebraska and the 350-mile RAM ride in Minnesota. Over time, many friends joined him, formed a team and eventually DeAnn was able to accompany via air conditioned camper.

Bruce was an avid lover of music, particularly blues and jazz. He enjoyed, supported and even helped fundraise for local radio station KZUM. He frequently attended symphonies, concerts, and kept The Zoo Bar musical calendar prominently posted. He also enjoyed the folk music coffee houses venues and he and DeAnn were regulars at the Crecent Moon Songwriters night until he became too ill.

Bruce had a passion for reading?everything! He read DeAnn the newspaper highlights everyday, and the advice columns from several papers. He wasn't into Wheel but he watched Jeopardy twice a day.

Bruce was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying hunting, fishing, and various camping.

He was also played volleyball for nearly 40 years and even after he couldn't play anymore, he still attended their get togethers.

Bruce cherished his lifelong friendships, especially with his college and high school friends, the Llamas, with whom he gathered annually for the Spring Cotillion for over 50 years. Most importantly, he was a deeply loved and respected friend, father, papa, uncle, brother and husband.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 29th at 4:00PM at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Lincoln immediately followed by a Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be designated to the family for future designation.

Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home