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George Sedlacek Obituary
George is survived by his stepchildren Joel and Carrie Wiegert, their mother Laurie Logsdon, their spouses Maggi Wiegert and Christopher Hobza, and his four remarkable grandchildren - Theodore and Grant Hobza, and Natalie and Charlie Wiegert. Memorial donations are suggested to Nebraska Public Media or your favorite charitable organization. No service will be held.
Memories and Condolences
for George Sedlacek
Raymond Hill
May 15, 2024
I miss you George. Wish you were here. I hope to be as good of a man as you.
Luke Bundy
December 17, 2023
I am deeply saddened to hear about his passing. His influence reached beyond the canvas, leaving an indelible mark on the tapestry of our memories. In the brushstrokes of his guidance, we discovered not only the technical finesse of art but also the boundless landscapes of our creative souls.
Each stroke, each critique, and every shared moment were threads woven into the rich fabric of our artistic journeys. His passion for nurturing creativity and unlocking the potential within each student was a masterpiece in itself, painting a legacy that will endure in the gallery of our hearts. May the colors of fond memories and the echoes of his artistic wisdom provide solace in this difficult time.
Though he may no longer stand before the easel, the brush of his influence will continue to shape the canvases of our lives. My thoughts are with you and all those who had the privilege of being touched by his artistry.
Brenna Alonso
September 21, 2023
I was lucky enough to have George as a teacher during my time at North Star. He encouraged me to try new things. Years later because of that art department, I went into teaching art myself. Now I am back at North Star and that room holds many fond memories of his class and all the amazing still life items he had decorating the room. He had an impact on many young minds.
Dorann Avey
August 15, 2023
I am so sad to hear of George's passing. He was a wonderful friend and teacher to so many. My condolences to Laurie and her family, he talked of you all often and was so proud. He will be missed.
Matt Avey
August 15, 2023
I was so sad to just recently hear the news of George's passing. My wife and I were both able to work with George for several years as we opened North Star. Such a kind man with a terrific sense of humor. I know he will be missed greatly by family, but also missed by so many of his former colleagues and friends. He was one of a kind. I will certainly miss him. Thinking of his family at this time.
Cynnamon Jones
August 2, 2023
What a sad day to see this news of Mr. Sedlacek's passing. No words could do justice to how much our crossing paths means to me. I was diagnosed with a severe chronic illness at age 16 and his 6th period photography class saved my life. He didn't have to open up his room ahead of class nor sit with me waxing philosophic but he did. His company became a huge solace to the chaos that was happening to my body. We got into such a familial comfortability that I took to calling him Dad. When he would see me in the halls between classes he would wave his billfold and shout from his class door "do you need any money daughter?!" and we would laugh. I needed those laughs and he knew it. He gave so much more than his job description required and I will forever be grateful to him for teaching me more than photography. Thank you "Dad"
Kim Johnson
July 30, 2023
What a loss. George was a hugely influential person in my life. He was without a doubt one of the people that "gave me permission" to become an artist. He knew how to instill confidence of purpose with respect and humor. I graduated from Lincoln High in 1982. In 1987 I graduated from UNL with a Bachelors of Fine Art. My field of study was ceramics. During my 5 college years of practice and reflection I would often times think back to the Lincoln High clay rooms when George said to me "Mr. Johnson...remember - It is a poor potter that blames his tools."
The man had a way of making you think and smile and as my days roll on, I will continue to smile and miss my friend.
Jake Kirkland Jr.
July 26, 2023
To the family of George Sedlacek - Please accept my sincere condolences. I met George early in my professional career at Lincoln High School. As we worked together to support student success in and outside the classroom, I found George to be genuine in expressing his concerns for students. He carried himself in a professional manner. I found George to be personable and compassionate. May he rest in peace.
Jake Kirkland Jr.
Sherry
July 25, 2023
I Sherry Minzel Gartner graduated in 1982 from Lincoln High, I had Mr Sedlacek for potter class every year I attended high school. He was so encouraging, helpful and full of helpful information,, he always had the right amount of push to help his students help themselves. Very sorry to here the Loss on a wonderful Teacher, father, grandfather. My condolences to friends family and students.
Mr. T.
July 23, 2023
Mr. Sedlacek was a class act. Our sculpture class at LHS in 1986 was a handful, to say the least. He earned our respect and taught us about photography and art.
Tracy Way
July 23, 2023
I always enjoyed talking with George at various LPS events through the years. He had a long career that influenced many students.
Wayne
July 23, 2023
Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful Man. Thankful for someone so helpful to work with.
Wayne
Robert Hegler
July 23, 2023
I was saddened to get this notification. George was a great friend, a kind soul, and a giving person with a great sense of humor. We had a lot of good laughs over the years. He will be missed by many.
Jami Holbein Swanson
July 22, 2023
Mr. Sedlacek was my high school pottery teacher. One day he encouraged me to become a teacher. In a moment of adolescent angst I told him, "No way! You don´t make enough money and nobody treats you with respect". I have been teaching in LPS for 30 years. Every time we saw each other we chuckled about that day. He will be sorely missed.
Cindy Lien
July 22, 2023
George will be greatly missed. He had a passion for teaching all levels of students and had a wonderful sense of humor. So very sorry for your loss
Al Kabes
July 22, 2023
We are sorry to hear of George´s passing. I had a nice visit with George a couple of years ago when he had a garage sale of his mother´s belongings here in Clarkson. He was the youngest of us seven cousins. Since he resided in Lincoln most of his years, we didn´t see him too often. Our condolences to his family and may
God be with him .
Nancy
July 22, 2023
I will miss George's friendship!
Pat Etherton
July 22, 2023
I remember what a great teacher George Sedlacek was at the Lincoln Public School's summer Art Camp in Grand Lake, CO. Rest in peace, George.
Krista (Hill) Burbach
July 22, 2023
Mr. Sedlacek was one of my favorite teachers! I had him for art classes at Lincoln High back in the 80´s. He had a great sense of humor - I learned a lot and had fun doing it! I got to see him again when our daughter went to Northstar. I´m so sorry to hear of his passing. I send love and prayers to his family. Rest in peace Mr. Sedlacek.
Darrell Hute
July 22, 2023
Just heard of George passing away. George was a good friend for over forty years and was an inspiration to me, many educators, and many many students. My sincere condolences to Laurie and the rest of the family. George and I had many good times throughout the years and and I have many fond memories of teaching with him.
Linda Johnson Flowerday
July 22, 2023
George was my art teacher in 1975. After graduation, I was going to Europe and in his class, made some hideous ashtrays in the shape of Nebraska to give as gifts to my homestay families. I know, what was I thinking?
In 1980 I returned to LHS as George's colleague. In 1996 I found one of these ashtrays that I had made at my mom's house. I wrapped it up and took it to George. When I walked into his classroom with a gift bag, all those years later, and without missing a beat, he said, "Please, let this be an ashtray in the shape of Nebraska." We had a good laugh over it. George was such a kind soul and my life was richer having known him. I know he will be deeply missed.
Megan
July 21, 2023
Mr. Sedlacek was our art teacher in the class where my husband and I met almost 16 years ago. He always called us "Young Love" in the classroom and hallway. So many memories made in that classroom. Rest easy
Carol Stoddart
July 21, 2023
George was my art teacher and friend while I was at Lincoln High. After graduating in 1981 I pursued art and became an art teacher as well. He inspired me to teach from my heart and to be genuine in art creating and teaching others to love art as well. He is and will always be in my heart
John
July 21, 2023
Sorry for your loss
He was such a kind person
Cletia J Price
July 21, 2023
George was always so nice to our Wiegert family. I'm sorry for your loss.
Katherine
July 21, 2023
Mr.Sedlacek was my high school art teacher at LHS, a very long time ago. He was the kindest and most generous of teachers with his time and instruction. He helped me so much with painting. I remember him often, and when anyone likes something I have done, I always credit him for making that happen.
I am so sorry for your lost. His memory will live on through so many of us that were privileged to be taught by him.
John
July 21, 2023
Sorry for your loss
We worked together at LHS
He was such a good mentor
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