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Melvin J. Streit

Birth	:	14 Sep 1933 Lexington, Dawson County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	24 Nov 2014 Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Saint Anns Cemetery, Lexington, Dawson County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.7789001, -99.7114029
Plot	:	DIV. G, BLOCK 11, LOT 2, SPACE 2.
Description	:	Melvin J. Streit, 81, of rural Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Monday, November 24, 2014, at BryanLGH East Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Melvin was born September 14, 1933, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Joseph and Maggie (Weaver) Streit. He grew up on the farm north of Overton and attended school in Overton. Melvin was a 1951 graduate of Overton High School. On November 4, 1953, he joined the United States Army, serving until his honorable discharge on November 3, 1955. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Prasch on November 16, 1955, in Lexington. Four sons were blessed to this marriage,... Read More	Melvin J. Streit, 81, of rural Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Monday, November 24, 2014, at BryanLGH East Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Melvin was born September 14, 1933, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Joseph and Maggie (Weaver) Streit. He grew up on the farm north of Overton and attended school in Overton. Melvin was a 1951 graduate of Overton High School. On November 4, 1953, he joined the United States Army, serving until his honorable discharge on November 3, 1955. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Prasch on November 16, 1955, in Lexington. Four sons were blessed to this marriage, David, Paul, John and Steven. The farm was his life. His final harvest was done this fall. Throughout the years the family raised cattle, sheep, pigs, as well as assorted other “farm animals”. Melvin was a faithful member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church. He was past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus and enjoyed singing in the church choir. He also was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed playing cards, his coffee buddies, woodworking, collecting toy tractors, planting a huge garden, and traveling. Melvin had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be sorely missed. Survivors include his sons; David (Scott Button) Streit of Washington, DC, Paul Streit of Lexington, Nebraska, John (James Wilkin) Streit of Denver, Colorado, and Steven (Kay) Streit of San Francisco, California; three grandchildren, Chelsea (Tyler) Perez of Denver, Colorado, Cody Streit of Fort Ruckers, Alabama, and Levi Streit of Denver, Colorado; one brother, Larry (Janice) Streit of Overton, Nebraska; one sister, Isabel (Ed) Gruntorad of Overton, Nebraska; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marilyn; and, sister, Leona Smith. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, December 1, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington with Reverend Neal Nollette celebrating. Burial will be in St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery at Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Melvin J. Streit's memorial is located at: Saint Anns Cemetery, Lexington, Dawson County, USA.
When did Melvin J. Streit death?
Melvin J. Streit death on 24 Nov 2014 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Melvin J. Streit's memorial?
Latitude: 40.7789001
Longitude: -99.7114029

Family Members:

Parent

Joseph Herman Streit

(1887 - 1959)

Maggie E Weaver Weaver

(1894 - 1968)

Spouse

Marilyn R Prasch Streit

(1933 - 1993)

Siblings

Leona Agnes Streit Smith

(1916 - 2005)

Isabel A. Streit Gruntorad

(1927 - 2018)

Larry Severin Streit

(1935 - 2021)

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Coordinate: 40.7956467, -99.7286682

2. First United Methodist Church Columbarium
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7. Buffalo Grove Presbyterian Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.8721000, -99.8270000

8. Hillside Cemetery
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10. Grace Cemetery
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12. Saint Johns Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.9019012, -99.8458023

13. Quakerville Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6189003, -99.8097000

14. Adullam Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6265000, -99.5856000

15. Cozad Cemetery
Cozad, Dawson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8605995, -99.9475021

16. Elwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.5999300, -99.8397300

17. Platte Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.6425018, -99.5028000

18. Keely Cemetery
Smithfield, Gosper County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5727500, -99.6563500

19. Saint Patricks Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.9747009, -99.6093979

20. Sandstrom Cemetery
Phelps County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5983009, -99.5661011

21. Jewell Cemetery
Sumner, Dawson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9599991, -99.5646973

22. Hope Lutheran Cemetery
Smithfield, Gosper County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5667500, -99.6800000

23. Fairview Cemetery
Dawson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7719002, -99.9955978

24. Cottonwood Cemetery
Dawson County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9322014, -99.9197006