entered God's eternal resting place at Nye Legacy on Wednesday, Dec. 16th, surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Gary was born April 6, 1943 in Fremont to Herman and Elsie (Hageman) Jessen. He grew up in Cedar Bluffs and graduated from high school there in 1960. Gary worked briefly for Nick Neff Motors, which became Diers
Ford Dealership. Then on November 1, 1964 his employment with Hormel's began. He retired in July of 2000.
Gary served in the US Army reserves from 1963 to 1969. Gary was a coin collector. He was member of the First Baptist Church. On March 26, 1965, Gary was married in that church to Yvonne Neufind. Fremont has been their home.
Survivors: wife Yvonne
son Daniel and wife Mollie Jessen of Nixa, Missouri
2 grandchildren Gavin and Lillian
sister-in-law- Joanne Jessen of Fremont
brother-in-law Terry and wife Trudy Neufind of Millard
best friend Arnie Gienau
many nieces, nephews, cousins and the Jessen Angels
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Elsie, brothers Alan, Dean, and Glen, and his wife's parents, Donald and Marian Neufind.
The funeral service will be 10 AM Tuesday, Dec. 22nd at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Leland Foreman and Pastor Brad Wiese. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church and the Fremont's Hope Center. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be Monday from 2 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(16)
Larry & Lois Barrett
Bella Vista, AR Tuesday, December 22, 2015 We are so sorry to hear about Gary, our thoughts and prayers are with Gary's family! We are back here in Omaha and I read this obituary and sadden to read this about Gary!Larry & Lois Barrett
Bella Vista, AR
Dick Wray
Buckeye, AZ Monday, December 21, 2015 We are saddened to hear about the death of Gary and a classmate from the Class of 1960. Our thoughts and prayers to Gary's family.Dick and Karen Wray
CAROL AND LEONARD NIELSEN
FREMONT, NE Monday, December 21, 2015 Dear Yvonne and family,May God comfort you all at this sad time. In Christ, Leonard and Carol Nielsen
Pam Voss
Youngtown, AZ Monday, December 21, 2015 Yvonne and family, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. He was such a kind person and we always enjoyed when he came to play cards on friday night Dennis truly thought the world of him as you know. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Pam VossEileen & Bob Thornburg
Fremont, NE Monday, December 21, 2015 Yvonne & Daniel,We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Gary was such a special person. May you reflect on all the happy memories so you can smile soon.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Eileen & Bob Thornburg
Lloyd & Sharon Conklin
Chandler, AZ Sunday, December 20, 2015 Yvonne our deepest condolences to you and your family. We were so saddened to hear of Gary's passing, He was so much a part of Lloyd's childhood and teen years! I remember the night before Our wedding, meeting you bothand also your boss driving me to the hospital to have Shelly, playing cards with you bothand of corse rightefore we moved from Fremont finding out you were going to have a baby!!!! Our prayers and thoughts are with you!Bob Marsh
Fremont, NE Sunday, December 20, 2015 I'm so glad to have known Gary,the fun we had cooking the Easter breakfasts and John c.Fremont days.So sorry for the family's lost and sorry I can't beat the funneral.Judy Anderson
Fremont, NE Sunday, December 20, 2015 Yvonee, Dan, Mollie and family,It is hard to put into words the loss we all feel at this time. We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. Gary was a man of great integrity. He was as honest as they come, as giving, as compassionate, as funny, as humble, and truly one of the finest men on this earth. None of our lives will ever be the same without him. We pray you find comfort in the memories that can never be taken away.
Garlan & Janice Jessen
Fremont, NE Saturday, December 19, 2015 Someone as special as Gary will never be forgotten. He will remain in our hearts forever. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.Garlan & Janice
Doug Depue
Fremont, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 So very sorry to hear that Gary had passed away. Enjoyed ushering with him at church, and hanging out and visiting with him as well. Didn't know he collected coins, would have been neat to talk about coins, as I have collected coins over the years. You will be missed Gary Jessen. Our prayers go out to Yvonne and all the family. We are here for you if there is anything we can do, please let us know. Love and Payers from the Depue Family. God Bless You All !!!Mark & Julie Nielsen
North Platte, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 You will be greatly missed. What a fine individual that we were fortunate to know for the past 50 years. Rest in peace, dear friend.Mary Weldon
Fremont, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 Gary was a wonderful person and friend. He will be missed.Steven Hively
Cranberry Township, PA Friday, December 18, 2015 I knew Gary back in those Army Reserve days and his wife Yvonne. Gary was a great person, well respected and will be missed by many. My sincere sympathy to Yvonne and family on this loss. May Gary rest in peace.Connie and Dave Burgers
Bennington, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.Marilyn Jessen
Fremont, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 •“I know Christmas won’t be the same without Gary, but I hope it helps a little to know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers, especially through the holidays.”God Bless all of you at this sad time.
Ron and Linda Hirsch
Fremont, NE Friday, December 18, 2015 So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. We pray God will give you strength during this hard time.