Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Bessie McCullough
1932 - 2021
Bessie McCullough
1932 - 2021
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1932
DIED
2021
Bessie McCullough Obituary
Bessie McCullough
November 20, 1932 - November 23, 2021
Bessie McCullough, 89, passed away on November 23, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was born to John Siragusa and Concetta Castro on November 20, 1932 in Omaha, Nebraska. Bessie was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Family members include her children, Michael McCullough (Cheryl), Kathy Lahners (Guy), Robert McCullough (Donna), Nancy Bartlet, and Rob McCullough (Cecilia); grandchildren, Megan Duncan (Ben), Ryan McCollough (Caroline), Bobby McCullough (Sara), Amy Rau (Matt), Lisa McCullough (Garrett Palmer), Jeremy Lahners (Allison), Kristi Lahners, Tammy Lahners, Loretta Gibson (John), Candice Runge (Matthew), Heather Lahners (Dillon Sheppard), and Lauren McCullough; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Josephine Parrett. Preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, and 3 sisters.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 11th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 4500 Duxhall Dr. Memorials to directed to the family. Condolences online at roperandsons.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5 Entries
Alice and Bob Frickel
December 8, 2021
Kathy and Family: We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She made a mark on all your hearts i her own special way. Now that she is gone from this earth; she is still here in Spirit. You have her wonderful memories in your hearts and minds so she will move on with you all. She loved her family very much! Thoughts and Prayers Always
Laurie
December 6, 2021
So sorry for this loss. Bessie was so cool and fun. I loved working with her at the Arbors. She was a great woman who holds a very special place in my heart.
Sally Moon
December 5, 2021
My sympathy to you and your family. Bessie was a very kind neighbor to my mom and was fun to visit with.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Nan
December 5, 2021
Kathy So sorry for your loss she was a fine woman many great memories growing up across the street from you
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Bessie McCullough's name
How to support Bessie's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Bessie McCullough's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
