Name: Visitation for Eugene "Gene" Nitsch
Start: 2024-09-05T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-09-06T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Grace United Methodist Church

Eugene "Gene" W. Nitsch

November 19, 1943 - September 2, 2024

BOELUS - Eugene "Gene" W. Nitsch, 80, of Boelus passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024, at his home.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the United Methodist Church in Cairo. Interment will be in the Ebenezer Cemetery in Boelus. Pastor Kalaba Kapunda will be officiating.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Grace United Methodist Church in Boelus. Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul is assisting Gene's family. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.

Eugene was born on November 19, 1943, to Clarence and Freida (Becker) Nitsch at the home of Mrs. Kelson in Dannebrog, Nebraska. He was raised in Boelus and went to kindergarten at the Howard County District 25 School. Gene went to Boelus Public School, graduating in 1962. Then he attended one year of school at Kearney State College. Gene was united in marriage to Joyce Kay Rembolt on February 24, 1968, in Aurora, Nebraska. To this union, three children were born, Terry Eugene, Todd Michael, and Tonya Kay. He farmed and drove the school bus for Centura Public School from 1968 - 2013 which he thoroughly enjoyed. His hobbies included fishing, playing cards, singing for weddings and funerals, as well as coaching. He loved visiting with people and socializing with friends. His greatest enjoyment in life was being with his family. He truly enjoyed his grandkids and great-grandkids.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Joyce Nitsch of Boelus; sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Karla Nitsch of Kearney, Todd and Julie Nitsch of Boelus; granddaughters and spouses, Brookely and Zach Harston of Rockville, Karly and Trevin Behrendt of Rockville, Molly and Tanner Swartwood of Cairo; great-grandchildren, Jarrett Michael Harston, Emery Kate Harston, Zoey Marie Behrendt, Parker Michael Behrendt, and Ryker Eugene Swartwood; sisters, ImaJean Kruse of St. Paul, LaVera Mae Franssen of Spearfish, SD; sister-in-law, Arlene Rembolt of Chapman; and brother-in-law, Richard Schaffert of Aurora; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Tonya Kay Nitsch; brothers-in-law, John Kruse, Harold Franssen, and Delbert Rembolt; and sister-in-law, Stella Schaffert.

Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.jacobsengreenway.com

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Published by The Grand Island Independent on Sep. 5, 2024.

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9 Entries

Terry Tyma N.P. Ne.

September 12, 2024

I have had many happy times talking about the good old days in Boelus Ne. with Gene. Great guy to have known. Praying for al his family.

Janet Stoeger Wilke

September 8, 2024

So sorry to learn of Gene´s death. He is part of many Boelus memories; town team baseball, riding on his bus to school and activities. He was always cheerful and had a kind word.
Janet Stoeger Wilke

Loren Becker

September 6, 2024

Colleen & Dewey Mieth

September 6, 2024

Joyce & family, s so sorry to hear of Gene's passing, he was a wonderful man always friendly & such a beatiful voice, don't know how many times he sang at one our family events, but always did an excellent job. I know he's in the Angels Choir now. I feel so bad we didn't hear of his passing until today, or we would have been there. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Gloria (Reimers) Nelson Brown

September 6, 2024

I knew Gene my entire life. He was so unique and special in so many ways. Long before he became a school bus driver he was already transporting us around at 16 in his car to various school and church functions. He was always there for everyone. He had the kindest and caring heart.

His beautiful voice gave so much comfort in times of loss and grief. He spread the joy at happy times too!

He and his sister LaVera Mae were always there for the community.

My sincere condolences to his entire family.

Gloria (Reimers) Nelson
Yucca Valley, CA

Lorrine Hervert

September 5, 2024

Joyce and family, So sorry to read of Gene's death. He drove bus for our kids in Centura when we lived there. We so enjoyed visiting with you both when we saw you. Our hearts are breaking for you. Prayers and Love to all the family.
Ron and Lorrine Hervert

Sharon Fries

September 4, 2024

There's so many wonderful things to say about Gene, so I will focus on what he meant for me and my siblings. Gene was our bus driver for many years. He always had a smile and a good morning for each of us. His laugh was contagious when we shared stories and jokes with each other. All of our hearts hurt for Joyce and the families. May you know Gene is loved and will be missed by many. Thank you Gene!!

Davee Schaffer

September 4, 2024

Joyce: Fran and I are sending you and your family heartfelt condolences and prayers of sympathy for your loss and Gene’s journey to eternity where he will sing with all the other angels. He truly lived life to the fullest. I remember Gene way back to the early ‘60’s when I was young and had the pharmacy in Cairo. Our children have fond and loving memories of him as their school bus driver and his involvement in the Centura community. He is in a sense a legend in our area. We will miss him, his smile and friendly aura. We are out of state and regret we will miss the visitation and funeral. God’s blessings be with now and always. Fran and Dave Schaffer

Doris Russell

September 4, 2024

Gene and I made a good team when it came to playing/singing for funerals. I appreciated his confidence in singing because it made my job easier. Gene and Ben were good friends and I will miss seeing him around. His family is in my prayers!

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