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William "Bill" Story
August 3, 2021
William "Bill" Story, age 88, a long time teacher and coach in Lincoln, passed away August 3, 2021. He was born in Tecumseh, NE to Henry and Mary Story. Bill attended Nebraska Wesleyan and received his Master's Degree from UNL. Bill was a coach and teacher at Dorchester, Tecamah, Lincoln High and Lincoln Northeast. Summers were spent managing Uni Pool for 28 years. He loved gardening, sports, traveling and church where he was an usher. Bill married Phyllis Schmidt, his wife of 68 years. They have four children; Bill, Jr., Cindy, Jim and Chuck (Kathy); six grandchildren: Brian Story, Staci (Brandon) Rice, Jaime (Nate) Sanks, Jeff Story, Elizabeth Story and Alex Story; great-grandchildren: Kaden and Calissa Sanks and Aren Rice. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, August 6, 2021 at St Paul United Methodist Church, 1144 M St in Lincoln. Visitation will be on Thursday from 12 noon to 8 pm, with family receiving friends from 6 pm to 8 pm at Butherus Maser and Love funeral home, 4040 A St, Lincoln. Memorials are suggested to St Paul United Methodist Church, or Lincoln High Athletic Dept or Lincoln Northeast Athletic Dept. www.bmlfh.com
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Cindy Schluter
June 22, 2024
I worked at Uni pool in 1974 with Bill. He was so kind. He was more of a friend than a boss. HE WAS THE BEST!!
Al and Janet Behrends
August 8, 2021
Chuck & Kathy and the entire Story family. We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. Chuck, it is truly inspirational and special that you talked about your dad in your last sermon at Omaha St. Luke UMC two days before he died. Thank-you for sharing what you did. It did turn out that I (Janet) knew your dad from high-school at Lincoln Northeast. He was truly special. I knew that you (Chuck) always looked and seemed familiar, but I didn't know why. Now I do. Chuck, we miss you already at church. Good luck with your new/old endeavors. Our prayers are with you always - especially through this difficult time.
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For the entire Story family. We are truly sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. It is never easy and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank-you for sharing a wonderful man and educator with all of us. He was truly special. Sympathy, Grace, Peace, and Prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Mr. Story, please rest in the arms of Jesus in His peace - Forever.
Al and Janet Behrends
August 8, 2021
To Chuck & Kathy and the entire Story family. We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. Chuck, Thank-you that you talked about your dad in your last sermon at St. Luke UMC - Omaha 2 days before he died. It turns out that I (Janet) did know your dad. I knew him from high-school at Lincoln Northeast. I knew you always looked familiar to me. Anyway, both Al and I are very sorry for you and your whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. We miss you already at church, Chuck. Good luck and keep in touch. Prayers, Grace and Peace to and for the entire Story Family. Mr. Story - please rest in the arms of Jesus forever.
Scott Farleigh
August 7, 2021
Rest in peace Mister Story. You were one of my all time favorite teachers. I had you for 10th grade World History at LHS. I can't say enough good things about you sir.
Scott Farleigh
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Cindy Cerny ( Hiskey)
August 6, 2021
Many memories of working for Mr. Story at Uni Pool, he cared about all the children there and knew all their names. Enjoyed working with him. Went to school with his children and talk to Mrs. Story . I am very sorry for your loss, he will always be looking over your family.
Janelle Comer LNE Class of 1985
August 6, 2021
Mr Story was my Psychology teacher. Some of my best memories of HS were made in his classroom. He will be greatly missed.
Todd Strain
August 6, 2021
My favorite teacher. RIP Mr Story
Mark Honnor class of '81
August 5, 2021
Coach Story tried to get me to come out for football my junior year. He said I'd be a big Target. LOL. I was 6'-5" and weighed 170 lbs dripping wet. I said no way, I would snap like a twig......litterally. Kept my baseball dreams in tact. Coach, you will be greatly missed by all you crossed paths with. Blessings to you and your family.
Deb (Slagle) Thomas
August 5, 2021
I grew up going to UNI pool. We loved it when the "pool owner" did flips and tricks off the diving board during safety breaks! Years later I had Mr. Story for psychology and was one of his teacher´s aides the following year. Such a sweet man and great teacher. He always had a big smile and kind word for everyone.
Eugene Cunningham
August 5, 2021
Coach Story
I'll be missing our conversations
Thank you for saving me from me
I'll be seeing you son enough
Eugene
Tom Heuke
August 5, 2021
Coach Story was a builder of men and maker of dreams and champions.
Maryann Boumann (Spahni)
August 5, 2021
Loved working with Bill at Northeast! He seemed to always be happy, encouraging, playful but a serious teacher in the classroom.
He cared about others. That what i most love about him. My condolences to dear Phyllis and Family. We will meet again!
Love and Prayers, Maryann
Shannon Burley
August 5, 2021
What a great man. He was so well liked. He did so much for my family. He´ll be truly missed.
Robert Dann
August 4, 2021
I was fortunate to have the opportunity of having Coach Story as a history teacher and coach. He taught us teamwork, and hard work leads to success. He was a wonderful role model and a motivational impact to many. My love for history and team building skills were passed on to me from coach Story. May Gods blessings give comfort to coach Story´s family and the knowledge he made a huge positive difference to the many that he taught and coached at Lincoln High.
Danny McCauley
August 4, 2021
Was fortunate to have Coach Story as a teacher and coach for three years while at Lincoln High School in the mid/late 60's.Also worked for him at Uni pool for a few years.A great man and role model who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Michael Hohbein
August 4, 2021
I'm one of many student athletes to cross paths with coach Story while at Lincoln Northeast in the late 70's. Could not of asked for a better role model for those formative years. Condolences to the Story family.
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