Born on May 5, 1950, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Judy spent her entire life in the community she loved. She married John Shimonek, her devoted husband of 47 years.

Judy dedicated 37 years to teaching second grade at Malcolm Public Schools. She had a deep passion for education and took immense joy in nurturing young minds. Her students held a special place in her heart, and she was remembered fondly by many for her kindness and dedication.

Outside of teaching, Judy found happiness in the simple joys of life. She was an avid reader who could often be found with a book in hand. She loved to travel and explore new places but also treasured quiet moments at home watching Hallmark movies or spending time with her beloved cats. Above all else, she adored her family and especially cherished time spent with her three granddaughters—Olivia, Raina, and Pippa—who brought endless joy to her life.

Judy is survived by her loving husband John; daughters Jessi and Jenna; granddaughters Olivia, Raina, and Pippa; her mother Barb; and four siblings.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at Wyuka Funeral Home & Cemetery in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Judy’s warmth and love touched the lives of so many. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.

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James alongside his wife was the bedrock of his family. He spent his life as a steadfast provider and partner to her. Together they built a life of simple joys surrounded by family.

James is survived by his 4 children, Rick, Shannon, Sherry and James Shaw Jr.; 57 grand, great grand and great-great grandchildren; one sister, Constance Hejl; and one brother, John Shaw.

May his loyalty, tenacity and strength live in the hearts of those he’s left behind.  Let it be those things that help them find closure now that he has been laid to rest with his wife.

A Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held at 4:30 PM, Friday, January 24, 2025, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers or anything else, donations be made to the Lincoln V.A. in appreciation for the sacrifices soldiers like James make daily in the line of duty.

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Bill’s family then moved to Omaha, NE, where Bill received his degree in Biology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. While in Omaha, Bill met his wife Linda, and they were married on June 14, 1969 between his sophomore and junior years of college. They had two children, Amy, born in 1972 and Adam, born in 1974.

Bill worked for Production Credit Association as a farm loan officer in Huron, SD, before making the decision to move to his wife’s homebase in Iowa. He worked as a production supervisor in the pharmaceutical lab of Fort Dodge Laboratories for 2½ years before finding a farm to rent and becoming an Iowa farmer raising corn, soybeans, cattle and hogs. He was a farmer for 40 years, and the last 18 years of that he also worked as a correctional officer at the men’s prison in Rockwell City, IA. After retirement he helped other farmers at harvest time for the next 13 years. Bill and Linda moved to Lincoln, NE in 2018.

Bill enjoyed playing golf, cribbage and euchre. He especially loved his grandchildren Madison (husband Moris), Arin, Brayden (fiancé Hazel), Ethan (wife Bri), Stanley, Stefon, and Violet with all their activities. He also loved playing with and reading to his great-granddaughter Luna Grace.

He was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, enjoying membership in six different congregations.

He was preceded in death by a sister and five brothers-in-law. He is survived by his wife Linda, daughter Amy of Euless, TX, son Adam and daughter-in-law Tina of Bellevue, NE, sister Allison Winaker of Danville, CA, sister Paula Metcalf of Lincoln, NE, sister-in-law Karen Blaas of Rockwell City, IA, and sister-in-law Lorraine Blaas of Fort Worth, TX.

Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2025 at Faith Lutheran Church, Lincoln.

In lieu of flowers, memorials (via check) may be directed to Faith Lutheran School, 8701 Adams St, Lincoln, NE 68507.

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Although he liked his quiet time, Larry also enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved a good conversation or joke, especially puns.  We all agree he was the master of sarcasm.  He loved playing softball, riding dirt bikes, and was a skilled dart thrower.  He enjoyed all types of travel, most specifically the many vacations spent on Scotland Cay, Bahamas, fishing and snorkeling, which may have been his favorite sport. He was an avid Jimmy Buffet fan and a proud “parrot head”, as well as a very devoted Denver Broncos fan.  He loved books and could read endless hours at a time and, as a result, was many times “the smartest guy in the room”

Larry is survived by his wife Mary (Dollie) Benac and step-son Neil Shipferling of Lincoln, NE, and children Rich Benac and Kimberli Benac.  Survivors also include family members Norm and Terri Hill of Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, Tom and Sue Hill of Freedom, Pennsylvania, and Dennis and Michele Hill of Omaha, Nebraska; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Tabitha Home Hospice care team for the wonderful care Larry received the past year and a half.  He appreciated each one of you for the caring and compassionate support you provided.  Also a special thank you to our special friend, Sheila. Words cannot express how grateful we are for your kind and loving care, and especially your friendship,
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, January 25, at 11:00 AM at Wyuka Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the family for the purchase of a memorial tree.

Teh service may be viewed live by clicking on the following link: Wyuka Funeral Home – YouTube

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After graduating dental school in 1968, he enlisted in the U.S. Army as a captain and completed three years with a tour of duty in Vietnam. After discharge he continued to serve his country in the Army Reserves until he retired as a Lt. Colonel in 1990.

Bill practiced dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska for 40 years. He and Janet raised three children Will (Jenni) Baeder of Aurora, CO, Anna Andreski (Pete) of Burlingame, CA, and Amanda Blue (JJ) of Bellingham, WA. He leaves behind 7 grandchildren

He delighted in spending time with family and in life-long learning of finance, construction and German. He enthusiastically stepped up to lend his help to cut, build, or plaster his way to improve our homes. His children and grandchildren noted his top 3 Duo Lingo standing. During his last two years he enjoyed Bible Study Fellowship.

Bill will be remembered by those who knew and loved him as a dependable, hard-working provider. He was a perfectionist when it came to dental work and gave of his time, talent, and treasure to causes dear to him.

Funeral Service with Military Honors will be held at 11 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2001 S 11th St, Lincoln, NE.

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Rick is survived by wife of 46 years, Jane (Knight); daughter, Cara Walz (Andrew); sons, Brook Cutshall (Jen) and Sam Cutshall (Katie) all of Lincoln; Eight grandchildren, Sydney, Jackson, Emma, Britton, Brockston, Crew, Knox, and Beckam; sisters, Charlene Hill, Terri Vollmer, and Kelly Crane.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Michael.

Funeral Service will be held at 1 PM, Monday, January 13, 2025, at First United Methodist Church, 2723 N 50th Street, Lincoln.

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He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law Cindy and Bob Wenzl, Valerie and Todd Nelson all of Lincoln.  Son and daughter-in-law Brent and Jolene Burmeister of Lincoln.  Grandchildren and spouses Ryan and Tara Kortus, Jennifer Kortus, Patrick Burmeister, Allison and Jordan Atkinson, Zachary Nelson, Bailey and Jace Bowhay, Mattie Wenzl, Nate Wenzl and Jason Wenzl.  Great grandchildren, Ivy Kortus, Taylor Atkinson, Vivian Atkinson, Grayson Velder, Lucas Wenzl, Raegan Wenzl, Olivia and Calum Bowhay.  Nieces and spouses, Renee and Mike Moore, Judy Torbert, Marcia Zierke.  Nephews and spouses, Glen and Fern Albracht, Craig and Kathy Albracht, Jim and Michelle Wriedt. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty; parents; sister, Yvonne Albracht; sisters-in-law Margaret Lunz and Ellen Wriedt.

Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Wyuka Funeral Home with viewing 1 hour prior. Visitation the day before the service, Tuesday, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Wyuka. Memorials to the family for later designations.

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Mike was born November 18, 1948, in Vermillion, South Dakota to Anthony Reilly and Delores Bensley. His family later moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. Mike graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1967. He had many jobs but his favorite was caring for residents at Lancaster Manor where he worked as an aide for over 20 years.

Mike married Judy Shannon in 1981. They have one son, James Michael whom Mike adored.

Family was everything to Mike. He loved going to all of Jim’s sports games, volunteering as Cub Scout Assistant, and traveling, often to visit other family members across the country. He loved vacationing at the beach. Mike loved watching football , especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Kansas City, Chiefs.

His greatest joy in life was his two grandchildren. He loved them with all his heart and looked at them with such love and pride.

He is remembered for his sense of humor and ability to make others feel at ease and accepted, his many “Mike-isms” and being a catalyst for Jim’s lifelong love of music. Mike was greatly loved and will be profoundly missed.

Mike is survived by his wife, Judy; son, James Reilly (Ellen); grandchildren, Margot (6) and Charlie (4) of Lincoln; sister, Diane Jones of Florida; brother, David Reilly of Richmond Heights, Ohio; and many other family members and friends.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Reilly and Delores Pape; his wife’s parents, James and Virginia (Hurst) Shannon; and brother-in-law, Wayne Nicholson.

Services will be held Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 1:30 PM at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lincoln Food Bank or Children’s Hospital in Omaha.

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She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sisters, Marge and Sheryl.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 10, 2025, from 4-6 PM at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln. Funeral Service Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 9:30 AM, at Wyuka Funeral Home.

Memorials may be donated to the family for future designation.

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