12/21/1941 – 10/8/2021

Omaha – Ann Wittwer, 79, of Omaha died with her husband at her side on Friday October 8, 2021, at Methodist Hospital from complications of a heart condition.

(Gladys) Ann Wittwer was born December 21, 1941 in Humboldt, Nebraska to Richard Kent and Gladys Bernice (Nofsger) Layson.  She spent her early years growing up on the family farm in Nebraska, between Dawson, Nebraska and Sabetha, Kansas, together with twin brothers Jack and Dick.  She graduated from Honey Creek rural school district in Richardson County Nebraska. A marriage to Gary Wittwer led to a move to Auburn, Nebraska where son Daniel was born.  She launched a Sears Roebuck franchise store in Auburn, managing and handling inside sales.  Ann and Dan moved to Omaha in 1967.

She attended Peru State College and the Kansas City Art Institute graduating from the University of Nebraska in 1968 with a Major in Business Administration and minor in industrial Design.  Ann was employed as an accountant by Commercial Optical Co. and Floorbrite, Inc.  She moved to management and sales at Cedric Hartmann Co. in the Old Market.  She developed a keen interest in real estate and obtained a Nebraska real estate license in 1981, including a broker-appraiser’s license and excelled in property management.  Over years she managed many rental properties in Omaha for multiple owners including 15 years managing 300 units for one owner.

In addition to being a loving wife, mother and grandmother, Ann was inventive and held a U.S. patent on a dispenser for viscous materials.  She was active in and served six years as a director of the local chapter of the National Association of Accountants, was a member of Mensa International and always ready to help someone.  In 1981, Ann became active in the budding Unity Church in Omaha.  As a volunteer she gave untold hours to the church and its mission becoming close friends with its founding minister, Rev Colleen Engle-Brown.  She was an avid animal lover, feeding furred, feathered, and finned critters year-round in her yard (but didn’t like snakes).

Those close relatives preceding Ann in death were parents Richard and Gladys Layson, brother Jack Layson and son Dan Wittwer.

Ann leaves to cherish her memory: husband Larry Wolfe of Omaha, granddaughter Laura Treinen (John) of Reno, NV, brother Dick Layson (Janet) of Omaha, nephew D J Layson (Mikeala) of Omaha, niece Heather McKay (Paul) of Atlantic, IA, and cousin Steve Brammer (Margaret) of Sonoma, CA, brothers and sisters-in-law Harold Wolfe (Jennifer) of Amelia, OH, Keith Wolfe (Ritha) of Murray IA., Rebecca Craft (Addison) Taft, CA, David Wolfe (Diane) of Des Moines, IA, Beverly Dailey (Ron) of Lexington, SC,  step-children Douglas Wolfe (Karen) of Council Bluffs, IA, Donelle Hale (Leigh) of Plainfield, IN, Kaitlyn Hyland of Denver, CO, grand-nephews, Zachary and Devin, grand-niece, Elizabeth, and seven step-grandchildren and longtime friend Colleen Brown.  All of us and her pets, Beau, Samantha, and Lewis will miss Ann.

Visitation is Sunday October 24 from 2-4pm at Roeder Mortuary with services Monday, October 25 at 10:30am at Roeder Mortuary.   Her ashes will be interred privately at a later date in Heim Cemetery in Dawson, NE.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society, 8929 Fort Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68134 or www.nehumanesociety.org/ways-to-give/

 

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Arline Elizabeth (Ahrens) Mussman

Late Friday afternoon, October 8th, Arline Mussman was told, “well done, my good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your Lord,” and went to be with her Savior. Arline was born August 28, 1925 on a farm near Alexander, Iowa. Her parents were Walter and Minnie Ahrens. Arline was raised in Iowa before moving to Nebraska where she met Oscar Mussman, whom she married on August 10, 1947.

Arline is survived by her husband, Oscar, their son Lyle and his wife Janice, their son Galen and his wife Jeffie, and their daughter Carol Jensen (whose husband Bill passed away in April, 2019); their grandchildren Lynn Schwarzenbach (David), Shelly Seitz (Joe), Leah Embry, Craig Mussman (Tzu An Ko), and Andy Jensen (Emily Soener); and their great-grandchildren Callie and Cade Schwarzenbach, Avery and Riley Seitz, and Ben Embry, as well as many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and countless friends and brothers and sisters in Christ.

Arline was raised in a Christian home, confirmed in the Missouri Synod Lutheran Church, a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran in LaVista, Nebraska and walked with Jesus every day of her life. Her husband Oscar loved her with all his heart and attended to her every need until her final breath. Arline loved her family, tirelessly served others, was a wonderful cook and baker of delicious cookies, breads, and rolls. Arline loved music and continued to participate in singing hymns with Oscar and her friends at Silver Ridge in Gretna until her final days.

Due to dementia, Arline lost her ability to remember and, at times, to think clearly. But by God’s grace, she won the battle to retain the essence of who she was: a loving, patient, caring, encouraging person who had a twinkle in her eyes every time she shared her sweet smile. She fought the good fight, finished the course and kept the faith. Everyone who knew her loved her and will miss her.

A funeral service to honor Arline and glorify God is scheduled Thursday, October 14 at 11:00 AM at Beautiful Savior Lutheran, 7706 South 96th Street, LaVista, Nebraska 68128.

Virginia L. (Flynn) Fidler, 77, of Gretna, died peacefully at her home Oct 1, 2021. She was born Feb 2, 1944 in Torrance, CA, the youngest daughter of Gerald and Ethel (Holaway) Flynn. Virginia spent her childhood in Grant, Nebraska and graduated in the high school class of 1962. She then went to Lincoln’s Cosmetology School. Hairdressing was a profession she was passionate about and practiced in Lincoln, NE, Boulder CO, Grant and Benkelman, NE. She was known for always having her hair and appearance look neat and classy!

Virginia married her high school sweetheart and best friend, Keith Fidler on November 28, 1965 in Grant, NE. On January 6, 1973 they were blessed with their daughter and only child, Tiffany. After Virginia’s hair dressing career, Keith and she managed and truly enjoyed retail businesses in Benkelman, Ogallala and Sidney, NE. During these years, Virginia spent many hours helping to plan and organize Keith’s vision for boys and girls summer basketball camps, spurred on by Tiffany’s love of sports. The 16 year-long Great Plains Basketball camps were a huge success and are remembered even today by the kids and cordial townspeople and volunteers in the towns of Benkelman, Grant and Imperial who helped host the camps.

In 2003, Virginia and Keith moved to Omaha, then Elkhorn, NE to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren and were able to attend their many schools, church and sporting events. Virginia was a very dedicated, loving and proud “Naunny” and filled her home with laughter and fun plus good cooking! She always made note of the “little things” the grandchildren would say and do, so Tiffany could treasure them forever.

Virginia was preceded in death by her husband; Keith Fidler, her parents; Gerald and Ethel Flynn, grandparents and many aunts and uncles. She is survived by her daughter; Tiffany (Troy) Appuhn, five grandchildren Taylor, twins, Lindsay and Lauren, Jocelyn and Hunter. Sisters; Frances (Dick) Olson, Connie (Gene) Olson, Lincoln, brothers-in-law; Mike Fidler, McCook, NE and Chris Fidler, Imperial, NE and many nieces and one nephew.

Visitation: 10am-11am CST with Funeral Service at 11am on Tuesday, October 12th at Roeder Mortuary Gretna Chapel, 11710 Standing Stone Drive, Gretna, NE 68028. Graveside Service 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Omaha National Cemetery, 14250 Schram Rd. Condolences go to https://roedermortuary.com

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent in her honor to the Nebraska Humane Society in Virginia’s name.

Richard Carl “Dick” McCoy, Sr., 92 years of age.  Dick was born the only child to Carl and Irene McCoy on September 7, 1929.  He attended grade school in Omaha and graduated from Omaha North High School in 1947.  Dick was very active in sports, playing baseball and basketball.

He married his high school sweetheart Molly Steck on February 6, 1949.  Dick played professional AAA baseball with the Dodger organization.  He played in the first game held at Rosenblatt Stadium in1948 and was honored at the last game in 2010.  In 1956, Dick joined the Omaha Fire Department where he retired as a Captain in 1986.  After retiring, he worked part-time at Wynne Transport, which was owned by Don Wynne, a grade school friend.

He cherished his grandchildren and always gave them advice and $20 for tacos.  “Accuracy, Not Speed” was one of his reminders to them.

Dick and Molly enjoyed many family vacations, camping and gardening.  They enjoyed RV traveling with their friends and grandkids and made several trips to Lopez Island, WA to see their son Rick and his family.

Dick was quite a historian with many baseball stories and memorabilia.  They traveled to KOM baseball reunions to reunite with former players.

Tiger Tom’s Pub is where you would find Dick and Molly.  Chatting with friends and playing Keno.  The staff and customers always enjoy Molly’s baked goods.

We are grateful to the doctors and nurses at UNMC and the staff at Hillcrest Hospice who guided his care so his wish to remain at home could be fulfilled.

Preceded in death by parents, Earl “Carl” and Irene McCoy.  Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 72 years, Molly.  Sons Rick (Marge) McCoy, Lopez Island WA.  Marc (Jodi) McCoy, Bennington NE.  Daughter Vicki (Steve) Jensen of Omaha.

Grandchildren, Doug (Heidi) Taylor, Burien, WA, Megan McCoy, Lopez Island, WA,

Evan (Cambree) McCoy, Everett, WA, Jared (Alyse) Jensen, Omaha, NE, Jenna Jensen, Lincoln, NE, Heather McCoy, Omaha, NE, Colton McCoy, USMC Cherry Point, NC.

Great-grandchildren, Carson McCoy, Beckham Jensen, Montgomery Jensen, Jaia Merriam.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Northwest Hills Church. Visitation 5-7PM Friday (10/8/21) at Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N. 108th St. Funeral Service 10AM Saturday (10/9/21) at Northwest Hills Church, 9334 Fort St.