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Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander

Birth	:	27 Feb 1928 Mynard, Cass County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	27 Jun 2021 Plattsmouth, Cass County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Oak Hill Cemetery, Plattsmouth, Cass County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.0106010, -95.9124985
Description	:	Margaret was born on February 27, 1928, to Royal Percy and Clara Elizabeth (Gobbleman) Smith in Mynard, NE. Growing up, Margaret's parents farmed in Cass County Nebraska and she attended country school and then Plattsmouth high school, where she was active in Journal Force. She graduated in 1945. In 1947 Margaret met Clayton James Rhylander, and they were married on September 18, 1949 at the Evangelical United Brethren Church at Mynard. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church and Peony Park in Omaha, NE. They honeymooned in Colorado Springs, CO, spending the first night... Read More	Margaret was born on February 27, 1928, to Royal Percy and Clara Elizabeth (Gobbleman) Smith in Mynard, NE. Growing up, Margaret's parents farmed in Cass County Nebraska and she attended country school and then Plattsmouth high school, where she was active in Journal Force. She graduated in 1945. In 1947 Margaret met Clayton James Rhylander, and they were married on September 18, 1949 at the Evangelical United Brethren Church at Mynard. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church and Peony Park in Omaha, NE. They honeymooned in Colorado Springs, CO, spending the first night at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln, NE. After returning from their honeymoon, they settled in Mankato, MN, where Clayton worked for Northern Natural Gas before they returned to settle in Plattsmouth. They later purchased the house on Clinton St. in Plattsmouth, where Margaret lived for 55 years. Margaret and Clayton had three children. They were married for 38 years until Clayton passed away in 1987. In 2012, Margaret moved into the Masonic home in Plattsmouth, where she resided until passing. She was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church in Plattsmouth. She was active in the church and a member of the Presbyterian Women. She also regularly participated in the annual chicken pie supper. Her father being a long time Mason, Margaret joined Job's Daughters. Later, when Clayton joined the Masons, Margaret became a member of the order of the Eastern Star, Chapter #189. Margaret was also an active member of the Blue Birds Across Nebraska organization. Margaret worked almost the entirety of her adult life. Prior to marrying, Margaret worked in Omaha in a clerical role. After marriage, she took care of the house and raised three kids while supporting Clayton as the mayor's wife at various social functions. Margaret also served many years as an administrative assistant in the Cass County clerk's office. After retiring from there, Margaret worked weekends at the Masonic home for nearly 15 years. Margaret was active in the community, for 15 years serving as the wife to the Mayor. She regularly worked as an election poll worker during election season. She also volunteered as an usher at The Lofte Community Theater in Manley as well as at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. She enjoyed a wide range of other interests. She enjoyed needle crafts as well as quilting. But her passion was always nature. Margaret would tell her children of sitting on the roof of the root cellar on her family's farm, simply watching nature, looking for birds, listening for the birds, enjoying the quiet. As a very active member of her bluebird organization, Margaret tended to local bluebird boxes in the area for years, including those that were installed at the Plattsmouth Masonic Home and Oak Hill Cemetery. Her grandchildren remember checking those boxes in the cemetery and singing Happy Birthday. She also participated in various events with the bluebird organization, including birdwatching and bird banding. She loved to hike and be in the outdoors. Margaret also enjoyed traveling in her later years. She would often travel to visit her children and her grandchildren. Later, Margaret traveled to both Alaska and Churchill Canada, where she began to seriously explore a new interest in photography. She enjoyed taking pictures on that trip of not just the landscape, but also birds and the occasional polar bear. Preceded by: Husband: Clayton Rhylander Parents: Royal and Clara Smith Survived by: Children: Carl (Kathleen Wright), Dave (Toni) and Julie (Scott Whisler Grandchildren: Carli Jo, Clayton, Chase, Carson, Natalie, Cori, Davis, Ellie and Joe Sister: Dee Gall Brother: Roy Smith Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins; and many friends Roby Funeral Home June 2021

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Where is Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander's memorial?
Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander's memorial is located at: Oak Hill Cemetery, Plattsmouth, Cass County, USA.
When did Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander death?
Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander death on 27 Jun 2021 in Plattsmouth, Cass County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Margaret Elizabeth Smith Rhylander's memorial?
Latitude: 41.0106010
Longitude: -95.9124985

Family Members:

Parent

Royal Smith

(1898 - 1973)

Clara Gobelman Smith

(1905 - 2000)

Spouse

Clayton J. Rhylander

(1925 - 1987)

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Coordinate: 41.0122660, -95.9128240

2. Billings Cemetery
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12. Rock Bluff Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.9150009, -95.8469009

13. Van Eaton Cemetery
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14. Offutt AFB Cemetery
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15. Anderson Grove Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1285286, -95.9670334

16. Lewiston Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.8856087, -95.8936539

17. Tunison Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1357570, -95.9481150

18. Wall Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1157990, -95.8153000

19. Columban Martyrs Memorial Garden
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Coordinate: 41.1403220, -95.9034390

20. Moscrip Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.1413500, -95.8917000

21. Glenwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.0599670, -95.7480240

22. Glenwood Catholic Cemetery
Glenwood, Mills County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0600000, -95.7453000

23. Glenwood Resource Center Cemetery
Glenwood, Mills County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0361720, -95.7338590

24. Church of the Holy Spirit Columbarium
Bellevue, Sarpy County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1475000, -95.9244000