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Michael Richard Funk
September 15, 1948 – October 19, 2021
Michael Richard Funk, age 73, of Fremont passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021, at Dunklau Gardens.
Michael was born on Sept. 15, 1948, in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Barbara (McVicker) Funk and Richard Funk. Michael grew up in Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School in 1966. He attended Wayne State College and was active in the Army Reserves from 1967-1995. Michael married Janet Lee Smith on Feb. 5, 1972, at Trinity Church in West Point, Nebraska. For many years, Michael enjoyed his involvement with Fremont High School athletics. He was the "Voice of the Tigers" for basketball games. He was proud to serve on the Fremont Booster Club for 20+ years.
Michael is survived by his wife, Janet; his daughters, Michelle (Duane) Kohl of Lincoln, Mindi (Brad) Wendel of Omaha; and grandchildren, Chellsea (Preston) Schulte, Collin Kohl and fiancée Hannah Ochsner, and Callie Kohl, all of Lincoln, and Alexander Wendel of Omaha.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Mark; sister, Susan; and niece, Amy.
Memorials can be directed to his family and to the Fremont Booster Club.
Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 24, from 2-6 p.m. with the family present from 2-3:30 p.m., at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. The funeral will be 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 25, at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Private family burial will be in Memorial Cemetery. The family is requesting masks at both the visitation and funeral.
Online guestbook at www.ludvigsenmortuary.com.
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Jo Heinz ( Schwanke )
October 15, 2022
On this anniversary of mike`s passing I can only say that we miss Mike. His friendship was treasured and we all thought he could beat this. He was a great man and gave so much to all he knew. Rest In Peace my friend. Jo Heinz ( Schwanke )
Lon Miley
October 22, 2021
Mike was a special friend to me!! I appreciated his help in keeping me informed about our classmates!! I will miss his calls & discussions !! My sympathies to Janet & girls, family!!
JO HEINZ
October 22, 2021
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to all Mike's family. There were few individuals as caring and giving as Mike. He cared so much about FHS and all who graduated there. He was a unique and special friend whose kindness and giving spirit distinguished him. May our many positive memories of Mike live on in our hearts forever. Jo Heinz ( Schwanke )
Jo Pugsley Fortkamp
October 22, 2021
Dear Funk family,
I´m so sorry to learn of Mike´s passing. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Jo Pugsley Fortkamp
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Ludvigsen Mortuary
October 22, 2021
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Bruce Howe
October 21, 2021
I have been friends with Mike for many years. He was respected by anyone who ever knew him. My thoughts and prayers are for his family in this time sadness.
N. Jay Lee
October 21, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of mourning.
Keith ( Bart) Bartling
October 21, 2021
So sorry to hear about Mike! Good man and a life long loyal friend. We will meet again.
Bart
Tom & Pimpa Schultz
October 21, 2021
We will miss you pal. Thanks for all the memories you provided all your friends and classmates over the years. God bless you.....and may you forever Rest In Peace.
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