Zabka - Perdue Funeral Home

01/07/2026

Stephen Deuce Foster Smith II, age 51, passed away on December 28 at his home at Quality Living Inc. QLI in Omaha, Nebraska, leaving behind a legacy of courage, resilience, humor, and love. Deuce was born on July 13, 1974, in Seward, Nebraska, to Susan Louise Sahn and Stephen Foster

01/07/2026

Mark Alan Johnson was born on May 27, 1962, in Friend, Nebraska to Bernard and Ruth Sheumaker Johnson and passed away on December 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 3 days. Mark grew up in Friend where he attended and graduated from

01/05/2026

As we begin a new year, it’s a meaningful time to consider the peace of mind that comes with pre-planning. Taking steps today helps ease the burden on loved ones tomorrow — allowing your wishes to be honored and your family to focus on what truly matters.

Prioritizing pre-planning is a gift of clarity, care, and love. To start the process of pre-planning or to ask more questions, connect with our team today. (402)-643-2924

01/02/2026

Gail Ann Hanseling was born on November 6, 1952, to Walter and Margaret Ann Blacker Miiller. She left this earth to be with her Savior on December 27, 2025, at the age of seventy-three. Gails childhood was spent on the family farm near Beaver Crossing with her four siblings, where

12/12/2025

Bruce M. Kennedy, 84, passed away surrounded by friends and family, including all four of his children, on December 4, 2025, in Lincoln, Nebraska, after a short illness. He is now reunited with his wife in Heaven. Bruce was born on January 13, 1941, in Lincoln, and lived his whole

12/09/2025

Bernadine Frances Kohout was born on September 5, 1937, to Joe A. and Eva Nemec Kohout in Seward County and passed away on December 7, 2025, in David City, Nebraska at the age of 88 years, 3 months and 2 days. Bernadine was raised on farms in Seward County, Colfax

12/03/2025

Elaine Janet Vrana, 95, was born September 3, 1930, near Bee, Nebraska, and passed away in Seward, NE on December 1, 2025. The fourth child of Albert G. And Flora Flowerday, she grew up on the farm, helping with chores and playing with her brother Dale. She rode her horse

12/02/2025

Iva Mae Burman Roettjer was born on September 25, 1925, to John Charles and Edna Goldie Jackson Burman and passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, at the age of 100 at Ridgewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center. Iva Mae grew up on a farm in Iowa but decided to

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we want to give thanks for our community and the families who place their trust in us.

We hope you all have a season filled with warmth, reflection, and gratitude. 🦃💛

11/26/2025

11/23/2025

Terry Duane Hafer, 77, of Louisville, Colorado, passed away peacefully on November 20th, 2025, after a period of declining health due to dementia. Terry was born on April 13, 1948, in Seward, Nebraska to Leroy and Berdena Martin Hafer. He attended country school as a child and went to Utica

11/23/2025

Maynard Keith Steckly, 88, of Seward, Nebraska, passed away on November 20, 2025. Born on December 3, 1936, in Beaver Crossing, Nebraska, he was the son of Floyd and Agnes Schweitzer Steckly. Maynard grew up in Beaver Crossing and graduated from Beaver Crossing High School in 1954. On August 3,