Mae Della Tarver
Sunrise: September 28, 1924 Sunset: September 8, 2019
Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, September 13, 2019, Roeder Mortuary, 4932 Ames Ave., Omaha, NE Funeral Service: 9:00 AM Saturday, September 14, 2019, Roeder Mortuary, 4932 Ames Ave., Omaha, NE Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery, 7602 Military Ave., Omaha, NE.
Mae Della Tarver, often known fondly as Mema by her grandchildren, was born in Columbia County in Camden, Arkansas September 28, 1924 to the late (King) David Sherman and Ardie Rogers Sherman. Mae went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2019 at the age of 94. (She attributed her long life to “Good Genes”). She was educated and attended school in Emerson, Arkansas.
Mae had a happy childhood growing up in Arkansas and her favorite thing to do was learning to ride Grandpa’s horses and milk the cows. Mae attended elementary and middle school in Emerson. Although she desired to further her education, there wasn’t a (Negro) high school in the area for her to attend. She did not allow this to halt her dreams. The Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners (BVNE) was created in 1951 and the first licensures from this board were granted by waiver, based on experience and physician affidavits. From this board, she was granted her LPN License based on her work experience and exemplary skill set. Mae worked at St. Joseph Hospital for many years serving others.
In August of 1944, Mae relocated to Omaha, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Howard William Tarver on February 13, 1957 and from that union 6 children were born.
From a previous relationship, she had one son.
Mae has left a tremendous legacy with 7 children, 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Mae could be described as a strong and spirited woman. She probably gained these attributes from her African, Native American, and Irish heritage. She loved life! She loved to dress and wear her fancy hats. She spoke with authority. She had several sayings that she loved to share: “If you don’t like my apples, don’t shake my tree”; “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink”; “You can send a boy to college, but you can’t make him think”. Although, Mae never learned to drive, she was able to use public transportation with finesse or often would call a Jitney to take her on her errands.
Mom was a member of Robinson Memorial Church of God in Christ and committed her life to Christ as an adult. While living at St. Joseph Villa Nursing Home, she rededicated her life to Christ. Mom loved to sing spirituals and hymns, not to mention on occasion create her own songs in the blues style.
Mae leaves to mourn her children Conrad McSwain of Omaha, Suzanne Tarver Vincent (James) of Harvey, LA, Howard Tarver, Barbara Burkhalter, Milton Tarver (Lisa) of Omaha, John Tarver of Dumfries, VA, and Caroline Tarver of Austin, TX; 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren; siblings Luvenia Sanders and Margaret Rose; nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Howard W. Tarver; her parents, Ardie & David Sherman; and a Brother Tradis Sherman.
Marilyn M. Jarrard
7/13/1939 – 9/8/2019
Preceded by daughter Rebecca Jarrard-Siebken. Survived by daughters Melissa Moody, Kathy Stevens (Rick), and Kris Jarrard (Chris Campbell); sisters Delores Albanese and Janice Hass (Roger); grandchildren Tyler Moody, Brian Stevens (Heather) and Jennie Stevens-Elliott (Jeff); 3 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Memorial Service 11AM Thursday (9/12/2019) at Morning Star Lutheran Church, 331 S. 85th St. Omaha, NE. Memorials to Morning Star Lutheran Church or Neb. Humane Society.
Edwin E. Fullmer
5/29/1926 – 9/9/2019
Omaha – Survived by wife Mary; children Nancy (David) Wehner, Rex (Katheryn), Kurt (Sally), Julie (Jack) Summers and Tim (Nancy); 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren. Visitation Friday 5-7pm, Funeral Service 9:30AM Saturday (9/14/2019) both at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th St, Omaha, NE . Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials to Coram Deo Church or the International Child Care Ministry of Free Methodist Church.
Sandy Simon
Sandy Simon Age 63, went home to heaven on September 4, 2019. She was able to spend her last days at home surrounded by family and friends. Sandy was born on February 9, 1956 to Jean and Roy Roberts. Sandy has 6 brothers and sisters; Roxanne, Wanda, Linda, Jeanie, Roger and Ernie. She married her husband Gene on April 6, 1974, they were together for a beautiful 46 years. They have 3 children; Jason, Stephanie and Heather. She also has one granddaughter; Ivy. Sandy was extremely family oriented and a hard worker. She enjoyed her career as a Baker and always offered to create the cake needed for a celebration. Sandy was always there if anyone needed anything, a place to stay, a helping hand, a warm meal or just to talk. Please help us celebrate her life and share memories with us at Roeder Mortuary, 4932 Ames Ave. on Sunday, September 8, 2019 from noon to 5:00 PM with the Celebration of Life Service at 5:00 PM.
Gerard “Garry” Edwin Mick
10/6/1942 – 9/5/2019
Garry passed away after a long struggle with Parkinsons Disease. Garry was born in Madison, WI. He and Mary were married on January 22, 1966. They lived in Madison, WI and Warren, MI before settling in Omaha in 1971. Garry worked for the US Army Corps of Engineers in Omaha as an environmental biologist for 27 years. One of his proudest moments was when he was chosen to carry the Olympic torch in Omaha in 2002. He was an avid long-distance runner, life-long birdwatcher, a talented woodworker, photographer and late in life poet. He was a charter member of the Friends of Heron Haven and served on its Board of Directors. He was instrumental in forming the Country Club Hills Neighborhood Association. Garry is preceded in death by parents, Frederick & Ruth Mick; brother, Tom and sister, Janine Finke. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary T.; daughters, Kimberly Burton (Justin Hayward) of Bailey, CO and Karen Roth of Omaha; granddaughters, Caroline Roth, Natasha Hayward and Penelope Hayward; sisters, Pat Jameson (Gene Zastrow), Mary Korch (David Small), Denise Powell; brothers, Doug (Kathy), Mark and Jon (Deb); sisters-in-law, Dolores Mick and Ann Jasek; brother-in-law, Dale Finke and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation: Monday 5:00 – 7:00 PM with Rosary Service at 6:30 PM at mortuary -108th Street Chapel. Funeral Service: Tuesday 10:00 AM at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 3601 N. 65th Street, Omaha, Nebraska. Burial at Calvary Cemetery of Omaha.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel 2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000 www.RoederMortuary.com
Daniel M. Klaumann
8/14/1945 – 9/3/2019
Gretna – Survived by wife LuAnn, son Torrey (Anne), grandchildren Morgan and Brennan Klaumann, Alex and Natalie VanGerpen, brothers Don (Pat), Dale (Janice), Doug (Pat), family and friends.
Visitation Saturday (9/7/19) 9:30 – 10:30 AM at Resurrection Lutheran Church.
Funeral Service Saturday 10:30 AM at Resurrection Lutheran Church 153 S. McKenna Ave. Gretna, NE. Interment Omaha National Cemetery Tuesday 1:00 PM. Family prefers Memorials to Gretna American Legion.
Roeder Mortuary,Gretna Chapel 11710 Standing Stone – Gretna, NE – 402-332-0090
