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Julia Vandiver Obituary
Mass of Christian burial: 10:30 a.m. today, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1704 Lake St. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Julia's memory to the church. Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St.
Memories and Condolences
for Julia Vandiver
Tricia (Sis) Liedle
April 28, 2004
Aunt Julia was a wonderful woman who had a long and memory filled life. Growing up we would go to visit them often and I remember what a love she had for camping and fishing. I never had the chance to go with them as I was too chicken, but my brother's all had the chance to share in her love. Before she passed on she knew that camping was a love of my husband and mine and shared in many stories together.
When I was younger I remember my Uncle Ralph and Aunt Julia coming to pick up us four kids as our parents had been involved in a car accident on the way home from celebrating their anniversary. It is nice to know that we have such loving people to help take care of us in time of need. I will miss stopping by to see Aunt Julia and I will especially miss her kolaches and maple nut candies in the candy dish. We all know that Aunt Julia is in a better place and no longer in any pain. Enjoy fishing and please tell my grandparents that I love and miss them very much. We will take care of Uncle Ralph for you. All my love until we meet again.
Great-Grandma Judy Gerbig
April 27, 2004
This is a tribute to Great-Great Grandma Julie. My Great-Grandma Gerbig is writing this cause I am only [nearly] two years old, and she wants everyone to know how much I laughed with my Great-Great-Grandma Julie, when my Daddy, Matthew Wimmer, took me to visit her often. My Grandma Karen Wimmer used to always visit Great-Grandma Gerbig and Great-Great-Grandma Julie, when she came to Lincoln, from Denver, where she used to live. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma now, and I live in Thornton, Colorado, with my Dad and Mommy Martha. My name is Dade Quincy Wimmer. I am the only Great-Great Grandson, that Great-Great Grandma Julie had, and my Great-Grandma Gerbig wanted me to say we hope Great-Great-Grandma Julia Sis Austin Vandiver is happy in Heaven, and watching over me, as I grow up. We won't forget you.
Nancy Gerbig
April 16, 2004
Grandma Julia as we all called her was a very special person in our lives. She was one of a kind, not like any like any other Grandmas. The special times I remember most are when I went over to her house so she could teach me how to make runzas and kolaches. She loved to cook but never had a recipe to copy down for me. Everything was in her head. Whenever we went over to their house, there was always food to eat and she wanted to feed everyone. She truly loved to cook. Another thing I remember was when her health was better she and Ralph loved to play cards and she always cheated. It was so obvious. We always laughed about it and she of course denied it. She was a very person in our lives and will always be remembered. We love you Grandma Julia. Your are at peace now and have no more pain. May God Bless You.
Dave Austin
April 13, 2004
Mom, wife, grandma, sister, aunt. A most beautiful person. Sadly, she is gone. I love her and will miss her.
Russ and Irene Lambert
April 11, 2004
Dave,
What a wonderful tribute to a very unique lady and mother! She left the world a better place and sounds like she made a difference in many lives. We know you will sorely miss her--but what wonderful memories you will always cherish.
She passed on many traits that you more than aptly carry on for your family, friends, and community. You are a wonderful son and person!
Love to you and all your family,
Russ and Irene
Alyssa Austin
April 11, 2004
Julia was my Great Grandma and I loved her dearly. I saw her just one week before her passing. I miss her but she is in a better place.
Steve Gerbig
April 7, 2004
What can I say about the worlds GREATEST Grandma. All the years of eating the best food ever, the fishing trips, the love & laughter, & everything else in between.Life will not be the same knowing that she's gone, I guess no-one expects it to be. The term "sorely missed" doesn't scratch the surface, but it'll have to do. God bless you grandma, I'll miss you ALWAYS. your grandson, Steve Gerbig
Joseph Sis, JR.
April 6, 2004
I, like my big brother Jeff, have very fond memories of Julia. I spent many afternoons playing at her house, in her yard and around her garden. As kids we were always welcome to wonder and explore as we wished. Which led to many wonderful adventures that I will always cherish.
I pray that Ralph will be strong and continue to live the courageous life he always had.
With Love,
Joey (Buddy's youngest)
Juanita {Jeanne} {Valencia} Wilson
April 6, 2004
I was a neighbor of Julia and Ralph. I, Jeanne Wilson, was married April 23,1955, so Julia & Ralph, Gene and I, married the same year. This year will be our 49th year of marriage. Love & Sympathy to all of her family during this sad time. Juanita Jeanne Wilson, formerly of 925 Peach Street, Lincoln, Nebraska
Jeff Sis
April 5, 2004
Aunt Julia was my Great Aunt. Sister to my Grandfather, Joseph F. Sis. Aunt to my father, Joeseph C. "Buddy" Sis. I was able to see Julia much more often than my own Grandparents since she lived right in Lincoln with us.
I remember her and Ralph taking me on fishing trips to the lakes surrounding Lincoln in my youth. On one trip I went down to the dock fishing and fell asleep on the dock while lying on my stomach. My back got so sunburned I had to sleep in a recliner for a week. Irregardless, I love to fish to this day and I think of Julia and those trips often. I remember going over to their house on the night before we were to go fishing. I was "supposed" to sleep on the couch. I would not get too much sleep though. You see, Ralph and Julia collected antique clocks and I SWEAR every clock in the house was set to just a little different time so they could hear each one chime on its own. So needless to say there was a clock chiming its tune about every 5-10 minutes all night. Perhaps that is why I was so tired that I fell asleep on the dock on that fishing trip?
Aunt Julia was always ready to give me the benefit of her wisdom. I have a couple of stories I could tell here, but they will remain our little private moments.
I remember when I was in the 7th grade and sitting with my siblings on the night of my parents anniversary, it was Aunt Julia & Uncle Ralph, and some other family friends, who awoke me on the couch at 4AM and told me that my parents had been in a car accident . She held me and comforted me while I cried and asked all the questions you would expect a scared teen to ask in that situation.
I remember the stories she told of her childhood. Of being born in a sod house. Of being so poor and having so many siblings. Of how hard they all had to work on the farm. Of the cob stove. Of 7 kids to a bed. Of days before electricity, radio, TV, cars, computers, garage door openers, electric washers and dryers, ovens with timers and fishing poles with reels. Of classrooms with more that one grade level.
I pray that Julia is happier and more comfortable now and that Ralph will find the strength to continue on. I know Julia has been his total focus these last few years and he will need our prayers to not get too down with his Julia gone.
Perhaps I might take my son and daughter and Ralph on a short fishing outing this summer?
Love, Jeff
Julie Austin-Gardner
April 5, 2004
Julia Vandiver, my grandma, always made it such fun for us kids growing up. She always made sure that there was an array of toys for Kristen and I to play with. When I think of the memories I remember Thanksgiving dinner, with all the trimmings, Yummy!! You will be forever in my heart and mind. I love you, Julie
JoAnn Thwaites
April 5, 2004
My grandmother, Julia Vandiver touched the lives of everyone she met. Her sense of humor and inner strength was an inspiration to us all. The hours we spent listening to stories of her life and the experiences we shared will always be treasured.
Grandma, can you hear the chickens clucking in Heaven? This is not goodbye but merely time for you to rest until we meet again.
Love,
JoAnn (Austin) Thwaites
Kathleen Villars
April 5, 2004
Julia Vandiver, my grandmother, will be greatly missed. She truly was the foundation of our family. I was always amazed at her memory and how she knew each and every grandchild's birthday - and never missed the chance to send a card.
Grandma, how's the weather? :)
Love you,
Kathleen (Austin) Villars
Terri Barlor (Austin)
April 4, 2004
I knew Julia (and Ralph) through my father, Robert Austin. I am very happy that Julia found love and happiness in her life long marriage to Ralph. Not everyone finds their soul mate, but I know she did. She was loved dearly by Judy, my half sister. I am happy that Julia is in Heaven with God now. I wish the family peace in knowing the Lord and happiness while they wait their turn here on earth to go to where their is eternal happiness and love. God Bless you. Love, Theresa Barlor (Terri Jo Austin)
Darvin Jemming
April 3, 2004
I grew up and went to school with Dave and always will remember his mom, Julia, who was a very special person. Visited her home many times and was always welcome. I will miss her.
Julia {Judy} Gerbig
April 3, 2004
Julia Sis Austin Vandiver was my momma! She was born on a farm in North Western Kansas,in 1911, and by leaving Rawlins county, and 10 brothers and sisters behind, she eventually found her way to Lincoln, Nebraska with husband Robert Austin, in 1942. She worked so hard for us three kids, Judy, Annie, & David , and she never was known to not feed someone, nor share her home with anyone in need. After 12 years of marriage, she parted with Robert, and as a single mom, raised us kids alone. She worked for Wendelins Bakery, during the Second World War, sometimes 20 hours a day, to keep the Air Force Base in Rolls and Bread, for food on our table, and clothes on our backs. We lived at 925 Peach Street. Later, she worked at the Elgin Stop Nut factory, the Italian Village, the Goodyear plant, various Nursing Homes in Lincoln, Jacks cafe, Western Electric, Coatneys cafe, and St Elizabeths Hospital, primarily a baker and cook. Everyone loved Julia. She was always a happy person, loving her Heritage Czech music and dancing, traveling, she loved to garden, but fishing was her greatest joy, with her grandkids! Momma, you were the best Momma in the whole wide world, I cannot tell anyone how much I loved you, cause it would be so difficult to believe in that much love. How hard the times were, and how we saw each other through thick and thin. Later Momma found happiness in a second marriage to Ralph Vandiver. They were married for nearly fifty years, till death them did part, April 1st, 2004. He faithfully bestowed his kindness and love by caring for Momma alone, thru diabetes and many surgeries. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, for almost 62 years.
This is just a small tribute to your memory, Momma, and I know you will come visit me, late nights when I am on my computer, whiling away my time till we are together in Heaven! We will all watch over Ralph, so he wont get too bored, and don't you forget your sonny-in- law, Donley, cause he will surely be lonesome for his visits with you, and he will always wish he stayed just a little longer!! Goodbye, Momma. We love you and we will miss you. Spahne' Bohem!!
Judy, Donley, Stanley, Nancy, Ashley, Lacey, Karen, Matthew, Karla, Kenny, Michael, Kelli, Lindsay, Stephan, Eric, Candace, Kristin, Patrick, Amanda, Kadin, Alanna, & Holly Jae.
Phyllis Ahlman
April 2, 2004
Aunt Julia was always very special to me - almost like a second mother. Even in her later years, she had such a keen wit, and sparkle....I will miss her a lot. I imagine she and my mom are looking down on us with smiles on their faces....Love, Phyllis
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