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Carolyn Boerkircher Obituary

Carolyn Boerkircher, 88

Carolyn Marie Boerkircher, 88, passed away July 28, 2023. Apfel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. As per her wishes, she was cremated. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Eustis Nebraska.

She was born September 20, 1934, near Cozad Nebraska to Virgil H. and Elsie M. (Block) Geiken.

She was married to Paul E. Boerkircher, June 18, 1955 in Gothenburg, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born: David (Ginger) Boerkircher of Doniphan, Colleen (Howard) Maxon of Minden, Raymond Boerkircher of Cheyenne WY, and Michelle (Vincent) Zummo of Rochester IL.

She is survived by her four children and their spouses; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and sister Yvonne Wolf.

Preceding her in death is her husband; parents; sisters: Sharon A. Geiken and Verna Mae Nichols; and brother, Gary L. Geiken

Published by The Grand Island Independent on Aug. 15, 2023.

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