Carl Gust Berglund Jr., 73, of North Platte died May 4, 2008, at Great Plains Regional Medical Center in North Platte.

Carl was born July 5, 1934, to Carl Gust Sr. and Marie Katherine Larson Berglund at North Platte where he grew up. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1952.

During high school, Carl worked for the Telegraph in the circulation department. After graduating he worked his way up to composing-room supervisor and later was the pressroom operator. Carl worked for the Telegraph for a total of 30 years. He also worked for Whitaker's Furniture and spent 10 years in Castle Rock, Colo., as a printer for the Castle Rock News Press. For the past 12 years, Carl has been with maintenance at Buffalo Bill Manor.

On Feb. 6, 1955, Carl married Lois Jean Campbell in North Platte where they made their home. Lois died on Feb. 28, 2002. Carl married Janice Marie Layher Lovitt on Oct. 12, 2002, in North Platte, where they made their home.

Carl is survived by his wife, Janice of North Platte; his sons, Randy (Lori) Berglund and Gerry (Sharen) Berglund, all of North Platte; three stepsons, Mark (Shelly) Lovitt of Tryon, Jay (Brenda) Lovitt of Mullen and Barry (Nikki) Lovitt of Stapleton; a stepdaughter, Tammy (Robert) Morrison of North Platte; his brother, Gene (Ruth) Berglund of Estes Park, Colo.; his mother-in-law, Edwina Layher of Stapleton; three grandchildren, Kira (Greg) Hill, Christopher Berglund and Jake Berglund; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Trevor Hill; 13 step-grandchildren, Dusty (Jade) and Nate Bockus, Nichelle and Cody Nichelson, Taylor and Jordan Lovitt, Madison, Ashton and Kaden Morrison, and Jessica, Jade Tyler, Colton and Hunter Lovitt; four step-great-grandchildren, Kayla, Jamaica, Irie and Skylar Bockus; and several nieces, nephews and other family.

Also preceding him in death are his parents and his sister, Elsie McKain.

The family has established a memorial.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with the Rev. Job Vigil of the Harvest Christian Church officiating. Burial will be in the North Platte Cemetery.

Visitation is from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore in North Platte.

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Published by North Platte Telegraph on May 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Berglund

8 Entries

Tom Hunt

May 7, 2008

I have had the privilage of knowing the Berglund family for most of my life, and am closer to my Family because of the closeness of thiers, I will miss those Smiling eyes, and the warm friendship Carl always gave for free. My thoughts and Prayers are with the whole Berglund Family..

Glenn Wayne Crouse

May 7, 2008

It’s hard to understand why people are taken from us, but I find comfort in knowing that “Gus” was a part of my life for 66 years. In 1942 my Mother purchased a home in the 700 block of Pine Street. I was 7 years old at the time. Carl Berglund (I always called him Gus) lived in the 800 block of Pine Street (now named Bailey Street. We lived, played, and grew up in this neighborhood and enjoyed the same things and were always at each others houses. We attended our Redeemer Lutheran Church School through the 8th grade and always rode our bikes to school even in the Winter time. We were in the Church Choir, completed our catechism classes and confirmed in 1948. We graduated from North Platte High School in 1952. I joined the Air Force after graduation and lost contact with Gus for several years. We both attended the High School Class Reunion in 1972 and from that date on we continued our close friendship. Although I live in Alabama, I would return to North Platte each year for family reunions and I would contact Gus and his wife so that we could have quality time together while we were there. When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help. Memories of love and friendships of Carl Berglund (Gus) are treasures that will be carried with me always.

Love and prayers to Gus’ family from Glenn Wayne Crouse (and Elizabeth)

Becky & Ted Dreyer

May 7, 2008

Gerr, Shar and Jake,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Although I only knew Carl through your emails and pictures, I could see his love of family. My heart and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Love, Becky

Damon Uebel

May 6, 2008

My thoughts and Prayers are with Randy & Gerry & all the Berglund Family. I lived in Castle Rock CO when Carl was with the newspaper.

Karen Stange

May 6, 2008

I truly regret that I never got to meet Carl. He sounded like such a great guy. My prayers,love and sympathy go out to Janice and family

Doug & Ronda Johnson

May 6, 2008

Gerr, Shar, Jake and family of Carl,
Doug and I were so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Doug & Ronda

Michelle Campbell

May 6, 2008

I was saddened to hear about Carl's death. He was a good person and I was lucky enough to have him for a brother-in-law for 13 years. I know you have all lost a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be greatly missed. I know my son, Scott, is upset about his uncle's passing. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

GLORIA ADKINS

May 6, 2008

im so glad i got to see him for those few minutes hes a hard one to loose. loved him dearly .. and will miss his sweet personality . im so very sorry for your loss

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