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Milton W. “Milt” Lueke

Birth	:	28 May 1924 Platte County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	22 May 2015 Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Calvary Cemetery, Platte County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.5106010, -97.2624969
Description	:	Milt died Friday, May 22, 2015 at Brookstone Acres in Columbus. Milton W. Lueke was born May 28, 1924 in Platte County, Nebraska to Walter G. and Lillie B. (Held) Lueke. He graduated from Kramer High School in 1941 at age sixteen. Milt served in the Post War Occupational Army in Germany from November 1945 - August 1947. He married the love of his life Evelyn "Eps" Dietz on February 14, 1946 at St. Bonaventure Church in Columbus. Milt worked for N.P.P.D. as a "Right Of Way" buyer until retiring in 1986. He was a member of St. Bonaventure Church, Hartman... Read More	Milt died Friday, May 22, 2015 at Brookstone Acres in Columbus. Milton W. Lueke was born May 28, 1924 in Platte County, Nebraska to Walter G. and Lillie B. (Held) Lueke. He graduated from Kramer High School in 1941 at age sixteen. Milt served in the Post War Occupational Army in Germany from November 1945 - August 1947. He married the love of his life Evelyn "Eps" Dietz on February 14, 1946 at St. Bonaventure Church in Columbus. Milt worked for N.P.P.D. as a "Right Of Way" buyer until retiring in 1986. He was a member of St. Bonaventure Church, Hartman Post #84 American Legion, V.F.W. and Knights of Columbus. In his early years he was involved with the development of Columbus constructing over 40 homes and was active with the Chamber of Commerce. He helped St. Bon's build the elementary school and later helped build Scotus Central Catholic. He was the oldest living descendent of John Held, one of the 13 founders of Platte County. Milt enjoyed restoring cars and was renowned for his Studebaker restorations. He became a pilot as a teenager, bought an airplane with his neighbor friend and flew it around his father's farm. Milt also enjoyed dancing with "Eps", golfing, and playing pool. He is survived by: Son: Walter J. (Marylu) Lueke of Houston, TX Son: Robert H. (Kathie) Lueke of Lincoln, NE Daughter: Mary (Tim) Yokley of Genoa, NE Son: Jay F. (Ann) Lueke of Omaha, NE Daughter: Barb (Darin) Christensen of Columbus, NE 9 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by: Parents: Walter and Lillie Lueke Wife: Evelyn Lueke Son: Mark D. Lueke Sister: Vernetta Hellbusch Memorials may be directed to the Platte County Historical Society, St. Bonaventure or Scotus Central Catholic.

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Milton W. “Milt” Lueke's memorial is located at: Calvary Cemetery, Platte County, USA.
When did Milton W. “Milt” Lueke death?
Milton W. “Milt” Lueke death on 22 May 2015 in Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.5106010
Longitude: -97.2624969

Family Members:

Parent

Walter G Lueke

(1896 - 1980)

Lillie B Held Lueke

(1899 - 1990)

Spouse

Evelyn M. Dietz Lueke

(1923 - 2002)

Siblings

Vernetta E. Lueke Hellbusch

(1921 - 1973)

Children

Mark D Lueke

(1952 - 1996)

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Coordinate: 41.5106010, -97.2624969

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Coordinate: 41.5032997, -97.4452972

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Coordinate: 41.5988998, -97.4085999

16. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.6225000, -97.3873000

17. Holy Cross Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4775009, -97.0678024

18. Schroeder Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5971985, -97.0969009

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24. Saint Joseph Cemetery
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