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Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin

Birth	:	7 Oct 1922 David City, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	19 Jun 2020 David City, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Saint Marys Cemetery, David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.2430992, -97.1177979
Description	:	Kathleen "Kate" Martin, widow of Louis, 97, of David City died Friday, June 19, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen (Kate) was born at David City, Nebraska, to Henry and Anna Cecilia (Meysenburg) Lukassen on October 7, 1922. She was baptized at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in David City, attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and graduated from David City High School with the class of 1940. At the time of her death she was one of the longest-standing members of St. Mary’s Parish in David City. She married Louis Martin on February 20, 1946,... Read More	Kathleen "Kate" Martin, widow of Louis, 97, of David City died Friday, June 19, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen (Kate) was born at David City, Nebraska, to Henry and Anna Cecilia (Meysenburg) Lukassen on October 7, 1922. She was baptized at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in David City, attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and graduated from David City High School with the class of 1940. At the time of her death she was one of the longest-standing members of St. Mary’s Parish in David City. She married Louis Martin on February 20, 1946, at St. Mary’s Church, David City. They were the parents of eight children and were married until his death in 1999. Louie and Kate owned the Standard service station in David City from 1955 until 1989 and were devoted to their family and community. They were selected as Pioneer King and Queen during the David City Centennial Celebration in 1973, and in 1996 they received the “Ruthie” Award for outstanding community service during the Ruth Etting Vaudeville Days. Kate was a member of Kregger Unit 125, American Legion Auxiliary, for 69 years. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary and St. Mary’s Guild, a Red Cross volunteer, a past member of the David City Housing Authority, and as a 2-time cancer survivor was active in the Cancer Society and Relay for Life. I n the early 1950’s, Kate was a member of the Ground Observer Corps that kept watch for Soviet aircraft. She was an employee of the David City Public Schools School Lunch Program for 14 years, where she produced too many cookies to be counted. Kathleen is survived by children Judy (Jack Ekeler), Fremont, Nebraska; Sharon (Mike Miriovsky), Marshalltown, Iowa; William (Trish) Martin, Greensboro, North Carolina; Robert (Sheri) Martin, Davey, NE; Richard (Mallory) Martin, Nashville, TN; Margaret Lehr, Lincoln, NE; Maxine (John Webb), Lawrence, Kansas; Grandchildren Bill (Heather) Ekeler, Mike (Barbie) Ekeler, Susan (Regan Hennis), Dave (Julie) Miriovsky, Hannah Martin, Jared Martin, Lee (Lauren) Martin, Jay (Brandie) Martin, Ann (Teran Walford), Brennen Martin, Shelby (Sean Gallagher), Louis Martin, Jack Lehr, Jamie (Andy Drake), Katie (Matt Philippi), and Brett Lehr; 20 great-grandchildren, sisters Phyllis Lukassen, Doris Wrede and Carol Reznicek; sisters-in-law Jean Hansen, Donna Lightbody and Jackie Mahlin, long-time caregiver Barb O’Connell, many nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and devoted friends. She was preceded in death by immediate family members husband Louis Martin, daughter Patricia Martin, parents Henry and Cecilia Lukassen, and sister Henrietta Kay. Kate was a beacon of love, support and friendship to all her family and friends. Whether you knew her as mom, grandma, “great Martin”, or Kate, her warmth, humor, faith and unconditional love made her a role model for everyone in her life. Forever independent, resilient, humble, happy and loving, Kate’s final days were spent as she spent her life, surrounded by family and loved ones. A small lady but an indomitable and larger-than-life person, Kate’s memory, the lessons we learned from her, and her incredible spirit will live on with all of us who loved her and were lucky to know her.

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Where is Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin's memorial?
Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin's memorial is located at: Saint Marys Cemetery, David City, Butler County, USA.
When did Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin death?
Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin death on 19 Jun 2020 in David City, Butler County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Kathleen “Kate” Lukassen Martin's memorial?
Latitude: 41.2430992
Longitude: -97.1177979

Family Members:

Parent

Henry J Lukassen

(1898 - 1970)

Anna Ceceli Meysenburg Lukassen

(1900 - 1995)

Spouse

Louis Eugene Martin

(1921 - 1999)

Siblings

Doris “Jackie” Lukassen Wrede

(1924 - 2021)

Henrietta C “Peg” Lukassen Kay

(1925 - 2020)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Marys Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2430992, -97.1177979

2. David City Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2346992, -97.1350021

3. Saint Francis Catholic Cemetery
David City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1884020, -97.0841270

4. Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Cemetery
Appleton, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2922000, -97.0396000

5. Garrison Cemetery
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1704350, -97.1623720

6. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2064018, -97.2136002

7. Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1773580, -97.2156950

8. Catholic Cemetery of Presentation Church and Saint
Bellwood, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3369000, -97.1683000

9. Saint Anthony Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2743988, -96.9869003

10. Faith Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery East
Garrison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1573970, -97.1949610

11. Holy Trinity Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1777992, -96.9953003

12. Fricke Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2564011, -96.9664001

13. Bohemian National Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1770300, -96.9885800

14. Old Catholic Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1772300, -96.9871300

15. Brainard IOOF Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1772700, -96.9860000

16. Ware Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1185989, -97.0802994

17. Grim Cemetery
Ulysses, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1130981, -97.1763992

18. Bohemian Cemetery
Bruno, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2933006, -96.9431000

19. Circle Mound Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2064018, -97.3039017

20. Bellwood Cemetery
Bellwood, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3450012, -97.2549973

21. Rising Sun Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1627998, -97.2906036

22. Oak Creek Cemetery
Brainard, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1656000, -96.9410000

23. Fairview Cemetery
Rising City, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2075005, -97.3199997

24. Talbot Cemetery
Newman Township, Saunders County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2201950, -96.9082630