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Joseph Vrtiska
July 24, 1946 ~ January 15, 2018 (age 71) 71 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Nick G Callaghan
February 6, 2018 6:58 PM
Best boss I ever had! and one of the best people I ever met. Will be missed sorely
and never forgotten.
and never forgotten.
Message from Cecil Slater, Buckeye Az.
February 5, 2018 10:48 PM
I'm very sorry to hear about Joe. While in high school we made many "fast" trips in my old Ford to Seneca Kansas dances. I spent 20 years in the USAF and managed to see him one time shortly after his marriage. I certainly wish there would have been more times. My sympathy to everyone.
Message from Stephan Joseph Vrtiska
February 3, 2018 12:28 PM
I am the oldest son of Frank L Vrtiska, Joe's dads (Albert) youngest brother. I am sorry to hear of Joes passing but know that the significant presence of so many Vrtiskas provides support and peace for the family. I was a small child when we lived in Omaha but remember my Dad telling me about Albert as we would visit my grandpa Joe in Pawnee City. I was born in 1944 and traveled the same military path as Joe having been in the Air Force from 1967 to 1970. Our family moved to Oregon in the early 50's and me and my wife live here now. We visited Pawnee City several years ago and it was so comforting to be around so many Vrtiskas. Again, my condolences to the family and best wishes for the future.
Message from Harold & Rudy Kennedy
January 23, 2018 1:10 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the love and support of family and friends help you all get through this difficult time. Hold on to all those great memories.
God Bless
Rudy & Harold
God Bless
Rudy & Harold
Message from Jim Vaughn
January 22, 2018 3:06 PM
A dear friend for close to 50 years. I am so sorry for your loss Linda. I last spoke with Joe at Christmas time when we ran across each other at Best Buy. As always, he made me feel like I was one of his closest friends. He was like that. He always had a genuine interest in everyone. These extreme cold days always remind me of the time when you were living in a trailer in Crete shortly after he took his teaching job there. Bill Fuqua and I came down to visit. It was very cold out and Joe was under the trailer with a propane torch warming up the "water lines". I told him what he was doing wasn't a great idea....they were the "gas lines". We laughed about that for years.
Message from Amy Ripley Dusenbery
January 22, 2018 1:26 AM
I’m very sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers for you all.
A candle was lit by Ardie and Ray Ough
on January 21, 2018 9:46 PM
A candle was lit by Ora Miller
on January 21, 2018 7:13 PM
A candle was lit by Joyce Wheeler
on January 21, 2018 3:47 PM
It was with great sadness that I learned of Joe's passing. Having gone through grade school and high school in the same class, I have many good memories of Joe and his pleasant personality and sense of humor. My sincere condolences to family and friends.
It was with great sadness that I learned of Joe's passing. Having gone through grade school and high school in the same class, I have many good memories of Joe and his pleasant personality and sense of humor. My sincere condolences to family and friends.
Message from Ruth Wells
January 21, 2018 3:29 PM
Linda, Amy, and family- hope you are comforted by the knowledge Joe is no longer struggling with the burdens of this life. Our prayers are that you will all feel the comfort and peace our Lord provides during these difficult days.
Message from cheryl wolfe
January 21, 2018 2:41 PM
Death is the last chapter in time, but the first chapter in eternity. #Rest in Peace Joseph Vrtiska.
Message from Pauline Smith
January 21, 2018 1:57 PM
Linda, Amy, Bill and Family: My prayers and thoughts are with you. Joe always had a smile and positive conversation. Pauline Smith
A candle was lit by Kim Dahlin
on January 21, 2018 8:53 AM
Message from Mark Bruder
January 20, 2018 8:09 PM
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Joe was my shop teacher at Crete school. Always had a good time with Joe. Even the Belt sander races. Joe was always a great guy to be in class with. Never knew of his Military history but Thanks for your service Joe and Rest in Peace.
A candle was lit by Susie Kreifel-Huber
on January 20, 2018 5:58 PM
Message from Beverly Messer
January 20, 2018 1:46 PM
Linda, I am very sorry that you lost Joe, the love of your life and pray for your
comfort, strength and peace.
You and I worked together at First National Bank back in the "olden days" and I
have thought about you both so many times. Blessings to you and your family.
Beverly Messer
comfort, strength and peace.
You and I worked together at First National Bank back in the "olden days" and I
have thought about you both so many times. Blessings to you and your family.
Beverly Messer
Message from Linda
January 20, 2018 7:42 PM
Oh my goodness. I think about you and Gerald now and then wondering whatever happened to you guys when you moved back to Georgia. Thank you for your message.
A candle was lit by Dee Olson Mazurak
on January 20, 2018 11:07 AM
Message from larry D pierce
January 19, 2018 2:43 PM
Joe was my manager from 2007 till he retired, I transfered from city campus to east campus because I was told he would always have your back in any situation. I deeply respected this man because he was a straight shooter. He reminded me of my father. Joe never let me down, and for that I will always have him in my memories. My deepest sympathys to all the family.
Message from Cathy Leazer
January 19, 2018 11:04 AM
I had the privilege of working with Joe for many years. He was always so nice and new how to make you laugh. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, that makes me very sad that he didn't get to enjoy retirement very long.
A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on January 19, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a great man, husband, dad, and granddad. The Stivers Family
Message from Laura, Ing, David, and Eloise
January 18, 2018 10:21 PM
My beloved Uncle “Fish”-
You will be so missed. The tours of your collections, stories of mischievous youth, and the laughs and memories you made and caused will not be forgotten! We love you! Aunt Linda, Amy, Topher, Lincoln, Billy, Alicia, and Baby V. - we love and pray for peace and memories to console you.
You will be so missed. The tours of your collections, stories of mischievous youth, and the laughs and memories you made and caused will not be forgotten! We love you! Aunt Linda, Amy, Topher, Lincoln, Billy, Alicia, and Baby V. - we love and pray for peace and memories to console you.
A candle was lit by Joyce Wheeler
on January 18, 2018 7:53 PM
A candle was lit by Laura, Ing, David, and Eloise
on January 18, 2018 7:10 PM
Message from Karen Jensen
January 18, 2018 7:03 PM
I am so very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was so full of life and so kind. I am sending hugs, thoughts, prayers, whatever I can! I pray you feel God's embrace during this so very sad, difficult time. I love you all. May God's Peace be with you.
A candle was lit by Karen Jensen
on January 18, 2018 6:59 PM
A candle was lit by Michlle and Brian Bernadt
on January 18, 2018 5:16 PM
Message from Jim Ryals
January 18, 2018 5:13 PM
I had the opportunity to work with Joe and enjoyed every minute. He truly loved his family and I know he will be greatly missed. My condolences to the entire family.
A candle was lit by Ron and Janet Amack
on January 18, 2018 4:50 PM
A candle was lit by Shirley Beers
on January 18, 2018 4:42 PM
Message from Shirley Beers
January 18, 2018 4:41 PM
Linda and family I was sadden to hear about Joe's passing. You have my deepest sympathy.
A candle was lit by Martie Bock Richard
on January 18, 2018 1:56 PM
A candle was lit by Ric and Barb Helms
on January 18, 2018 12:16 PM
Message from Al & Sharon Topil
January 18, 2018 8:57 AM
So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, and friend. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers. Soon the hole in your heart will be filled with loving memories.
A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on January 18, 2018
To your family. You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. You are in our prayers and thoughts as you go through these times of sorrow. Sincerely, Phil and Judy (Jilek) Akers
Message from Anita Lang Bents
January 18, 2018 8:15 AM
Joe was in my sister Ardis' class in high school. He was always very jolly! I had a very nice visit with him last year at the Table Rock fair. You all have my deepest sympathy. We will be praying for God to give you strength and comfort.
A candle was lit by Don & Anita (Lang) Bents
on January 18, 2018 8:11 AM
A candle was lit by Judy and Phil Akers
on January 17, 2018 7:09 PM
A candle was lit by Millie (Slater) Kaster
on January 17, 2018 2:02 PM
Message from Jackie Uhri
January 16, 2018 8:20 PM
May your memories comfort you at this time. Joe was full of laughter and made ones day. May he rest in peace until we meet again.
A candle was lit by Jackie Uhri
on January 16, 2018 8:18 PM
Message from Jeff & Dawn Worrall
January 16, 2018 2:12 PM
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing! We had known him for many years through UNL. He was always a welcome visitor , and we know he loved being a grandpa.
Our heartfelt sympathy to the entire family!
Our heartfelt sympathy to the entire family!
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