Lorenz Popken

Lorenz Popken

January 26, 2009

Lorenz was born to Herman and Helena (Schole) Popken on the family farm near Uehling, Nebraska on January 14, 1915. He grew up there, attending school district 60.

During most of his working years, Lorenz had a small farm east on the Scribner-Herman road. He also hired out to area farmers. And he had worked for Earl Fauss doing construction work.

Lorenz was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church (north of Hooper). He enjoyed time on the Hooper golf course and fishing.

He is survived by nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday (Jan. 29th, 2009) in St. Paul's Lutheran Church (north of Hooper) with Vicar Judy Johnson officiating. There will be no public visitation. Memorials are suggested to his church.

Obituary Provided By:
Freeman Funeral Home
1249 E. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025
www.ludvigsenmortuary.com