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Janice Verbeek Obituary
Jul 14, 1934 - Feb 10, 2011
Gretna. Survived by husband, Joe Verbeek; daughters and spouses, Annette and Jeff, Jodi and Don Oakerson; son-in-law, Neil Wagner; grandchildren, Brett and Amber, Paige, Hannah, Chelsea, Ian, David, Adam, Ashley and Ben; great granddaughter, Adelle. Preceded in death by daughter, Vicki; sisters, Liz and Connie. Member of the Gideon's Auxiliary, Mary Kay Consultant, Retired Home Economics Teachers Association and United Methodist Women, Metro Women's Club and Bible Study Fellowship.
VISITATION with Family 6-8pm Monday at Gretna Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Tuesday Gretna United Methodist Church, 11457 S. 204th Street, Gretna. Interment Elkhorn Cemetery, Elkhorn. Memorials Gretna United Methodist Church or the Gideon's International. ROEDER MORTUARY
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for Janice Verbeek
Verla Meints
March 12, 2011
Joe and Family,
We were saddened to learn of Jan's sudden death. We were cousins and because of living far apart we didn't see each other often. However, we kept in touch. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffucult time. Verla Meints (for all the Verle Van Sickle children) Sharon Crayne, Jim, Ed, & Bruce
Verla Meints
March 12, 2011
Joe and family,
We were saddened to learn of Jan's sudden death. We were cousins, and although we didn't see each other often, we were always interested in what was happening in our family. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Stan & Judy Ivy
February 19, 2011
Dear Joe, Jodi, Annette, and Family,
We are SO SO sorry to learn of Jan's passing. She was a wonderful Mother, teacher, friend, and Christian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Naoko Ogata Barnhart
February 16, 2011
As my (host) Mother, Jan always made me feel like part of your family, I am saddened over our loss and will miss her dearly. You are in my thoughts and saying a special prayer.
Sue Smith
February 15, 2011
I was saddened to learn of your loss of Jan. I enjoyed working with her in the Nebraska Home Economics Association. She was delightful to know. My deepest sympathy to y'all.
Amy Laxson
February 15, 2011
Dear Uncle Joe, Annette & Jodi & families,
We were so shocked to hear about Aunt Jan. We are so sorry for your loss. She was such a warm, loving person. She takes a part of us with her. Please know that we are here for you all and love you so very much. Sorry we couldn't be there today, we were there in spirit. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Our hearts are heavy for your loss. Love, Amy, Chris & Matthew Laxson
Carolyn Shawgo
February 15, 2011
Please know you are loved. Rebecca Oakerson Parker, Rachel Oakerson Conyers, Sara Oakerson Kragness and Carolyn Shawgo.
Carolyn Shawgo
February 15, 2011
Our families have been entertwined for so many years and I feel so devastated by your loss Joe. Our family loves you and sends you loving energy...Carolyn Shawgo, Rebecca Oakerson Parker, Rachel Oakerson Conyers, Sara Oakerson Kragness and of course Donald.
Robin Gillespie-Guildner
February 15, 2011
Joe and Family,
I was so very sorry to hear about Jan's (Mrs. Verbeek) passing. Not only was I blessed with having her as a teacher, but also as a constant presence in my church family while growing up in Gretna. My prayers are with all of you and the memories of Jan will always be fond and happy.
God Bless you all,
McGowan
February 15, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jan will be greatly missed.
February 14, 2011
Dear Joe and your Family,
We offer our deepest sympathy to you folks in the sudden death of Jan. Well do we remember when your children were in 4-H with our children. We have many fond memories of those days.
May her soul rest in peace. We will be praying for all of you.
Fred and JoAnn Ostransky Springfield, NE
Judy Goins
February 14, 2011
Jan was a wonderful Teacher she inspired many students with her skills in Home Ec. She also inspired some of us to be teachers! A wonderful person as well, she made a difference in many lifes. My sympathy goes out to the family in this time of sorrow.
Darlena Hendrickson
February 14, 2011
Jan was a wonderful teacher and her students learned many lessons that they will embrace for life.
February 14, 2011
Joe,
All of us in Sunday School will miss Jan. She always had so much to add to the discussions. Personally, I will also miss having her stand next to me in choir.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gayle Talmon
Sandy Curlis
February 14, 2011
Dear Verbeek Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Jan's passing, She will be sorely missed by many she was a great example to many people in the way she lived her life for God,I am sure her and Vicki are having a great chat, Remember she will live forever in all of your hearts, hang onto all the memories she has left behind, May God comfort all of you in the days ahead.We will have all of you in our prayers.
Bill,Sandy (Ogg) Curlis & Family
February 14, 2011
Dear Joe,how sorry we are for your loss.Janice was a wonderful sister-in-law with a gratitous heart,selfless love for others and a soldier for God.Her example for life will be remembered forever.Bill & Virgina Walker.
April Kelly
February 14, 2011
Jan brought great light and laughter to every situation.
We will miss her dearly.
May peace & warmth surround her family and friends during this time. It was an honor to sing in the choir with Jan...one of my favorite Alto's now singing with the angels.
Dave Stage
February 14, 2011
Dear Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. Jan will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by so many people whose lives she touched. My family will keep your family in our prayers.
Dave Stage
Joyce Roll
February 14, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Jan was a wonderful person and a very good teacher. She will be missed.
Rex and Joyce Roll
Vicki Beyer
February 14, 2011
Jan was a great teacher and role model. She exhibited compassion and empathy in her interactions with everyone. I often find myself thinking of/using things she taught me even now, decades after I left her classroom. The world will be a little less bright without her.
Janet
February 14, 2011
To the Verbeek Family;
So sorry to hear the sad news about Jan. She will be dearly missed. May all the wonderful memories she left behind comfort those she loved. And most of all, may the Peace of the true God, thru prayer guard your hearts and your thoughts to help you all cope without her. Phil 4:6,7
Marilyn Bader
February 14, 2011
Dear Joe, it was with great saddness to hear of Jan's death. Sharon K. called to let us know. We have very fond memories of both you and Jan from 40 years ago when we lived in Gretna. I remember the get togethers after games. Also remember coming to your home to give piano lessons while you and Ted bowled on Tuesday nights.Jan touched many lives and will missed by all. May the love and the beautiful memories that you shared burn warm within your heart. With the dawning of each new day may you be reminded of the dawning of the first Easter morn and because Christ lives, Jan lives, and we too shall live. May the Lord surround you with His compassion and comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ted/Marilyn Bader, St. Paul, NE
Christi (Essen) Stednitz
February 13, 2011
Joe, know that you have so many people praying for you and your family! Jan was such a neat lady! I pray the times ahead are filled with Gods love and peace!!
Sue Spalsbury
February 13, 2011
Dear Uncle Joe and family,
Jan was so kind and loving to each of us whose lives she touched.
She made a real difference in my life and for that I am profoundly grateful.
May God wrap his arms around you and walk with you through this time of sorrow.
With love,
Sue Spalsbury
Kim and Wayne Sharples
February 13, 2011
We were saddened to hear about Jan. I have a lot of fond memories of her as my home ec teacher in high school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patsy Bloom
February 13, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. She was my Home Ec. teacher at the Gretna School, we learned alot in that class. Our hearts go out to your family. Patsy (Hancock)and Bill Bloom
Tina Schaffer
February 13, 2011
Joe,Jodie,Annette and Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will always cherish the memories of our old neighborhood and all the wonderful times all of us had growing up. This has come as such a shock to everyone. Your family has dealt with so much sorrow. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a wonderful Teacher, Mother, Grandmother, Wife, and Friend to everyone she came in touch with. God Bless all of You. We are here if you need anything.
Allbery and Schaffer Families
Jill Perry
February 13, 2011
Our prayers go out to your families. Jan was my Home Ec. teacher in high school. She was a very caring person, and she will be missed. Grant & Jill (Haldeman) Perry
February 13, 2011
Dear Joe,
What a shock to learn of your loss.
I just sat with Jan last Sunday at fellowship. I enjoyed being in circle and book club with her and having her as a prayer partner.
I know God opened his arms wide to receive her.
May you and your family feel His comfort in the days to come.
Alice Rantz
February 13, 2011
Dear Joe-
What a shock to learn of your loss. I just sat with Jan last Sunday at fellowship. I enjoyed being in circle and book club with her and as prayer partners. I will miss her. I know God opened His arms wide to receive her. May you and your family feel His comfort in the days to come. Alice Rantz
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