Died Wednesday April 8, 2020 at Pathfinder Place in Fremont
Emagean Sevrean was born on February 7th, 1927 at Norfolk Hospital in Norfolk, NE to Glenn Reigle and Maude Jackson. At the age of 3, her father died and she stayed with her Grandma Reigle until 8 years of age. Her mother then married Ray Fickler and they moved to West Point, NE to start a business. Emagean then came to live with them in West Point. She graduated from West Point High School at 16. After that she became an apprentice at her mother's beauty salon and attended beauty school in Lincoln, NE. At 16, she was the youngest cosmetologist in the State of Nebraska.
She married the love of her life, Patrick Sevrean, on February 1st, 1948 at St. Mary's Church in West Point. They started their married life in Scribner, and had two wonderful daughters, Glenda and Patrice. While living in Scribner, she was an active member of the St. Lawrence church. She sang in the choir, held several guild offices, and helped build a new church. She served on the search committee to find a doctor and start a clinic in Scribner. In 1960, she was a finalist in the Mrs. Nebraska contest.
During her year as a cosmetologist she had many home-based salons, and then finished her last 25 year at Younkers in Omaha.
In the 90's, she moved back to Fremont. Emagean loved to play cards, and belonged to several bridge clubs in Hooper, Scribner, Omaha, and Fremont and also was a member of the Tuesday Night Eagles Pitch club.
She is survived by her daughters, Glenda (David) Hingst, and Patrice (Erin) Byrne, five grandchildren Jessica (Brandon) Wollberg, Patrick (Katie) Wagner, Josh (Megan) Hingst, Todd Wagner, Jaclyn (Josh) Cornett, step-grandchildren Kelly and Shannon Byrne, and 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Lois Von Seggern.
A controlled visitation (following Directed Health Measures for Dodge County) will be Monday, April 13, 2020 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont from 4pm to 7:30pm. A private family burial in the Scribner Cemetery will be Tuesday. A mass open to the public at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Scribner will be held when restrictions have been lifted. Memorials may be directed to the family.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(13)
Doug & Shirley Jackson
Boise, ID Friday, May 1, 2020 Dear Glenda, Patrice and Families,We are so saddened to just learn of Emagean's passing and are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of Emagean , especially the time she and her mother stopped for a few days visit while on their way to California. She was a beautiful, classy lady, both inside and out and she was so proud of all of you. Our prayer is that your many wonderful memories of the times you shared with her will bring you comfort and peace. We have lost a wonderful cousin with a beautiful soul. Our deepest sympathy.
Glenn and Lynn Baumert
Wahoo, NE Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Dear Glenda and Patti and families, our sympathies to you all. Our families go back a long way. I still remember all the late night Christmas celebrations after midnight mass! Emagean was always an elegant lady and she always seemed to have a smile on her face. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.KEVIN SMITH
FREMONT, NE Tuesday, April 14, 2020 I am so sorry of the passing of your mother. She was a beautiful lady inside and out and always had a smile to share. She used to cut my hair a few short years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.LeRoy & Janis Poppe
Scribner, NE Tuesday, April 14, 2020 To the family of Emagean, We are sorry for your loss. Emagean was a neighbor to me when she and Pat lived on the farm southwest of Scribner. She always cut my hair. She was a special lady and will be missed by many. Let your memories bring you smiles, your family and friends give you comfort and God grant you peace. Our love and sympathy to all of you.Gary and Sara Cordes
Hooper, NE Monday, April 13, 2020 Your family is in our prayers and thoughts. Emagean will be missed by her family and friends.Kristie K Peterson
Lyons, NE Monday, April 13, 2020 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Emagean was always a lady and always willing to visit with you! I first met Emagean At Trigg's Resort at Arnolds Park and then again At Pathfinder Care Unit this fall! She will truly be miss! Sincerely KristieCraig Conr
Clearwater, FL Monday, April 13, 2020 Emagean,You were always one of our favorite neighbors. You always loved our little girl and we will forever be grateful to you for you unselfishness and loving ways. You were one of the classiest people that we had the privilege to know as well. God be with your family in the coming days and weeks. You are missed by our family!!
cindy
fremont, NE Monday, April 13, 2020 so sorry for your loss, I worked with Emagean years ago at Younkers hair salon. she remained a friend and it was always fun seeing and visiting with her when she was out and about. she was a good friend of a former employer / friend of mine, it was always fun running into them. she was always a lady and happy spirit, I am sure you will miss her greatly. Blessed memories, in sympathy, cindyMaureen Vesely
Omaha, NE Sunday, April 12, 2020 Your family is in my prayers. I'll always remember your mom as a good friend of my mom (Cecelia). I'm sure God is holding her close.Jeannine Moeller
Hooper, NE Friday, April 10, 2020 Glenda& Family,Thinking of you as you mourn the loss of someone so dear to you. With sympathy,
Lynn & Jeannine Moeller
Mary Sendgraff
Fremont, NE Friday, April 10, 2020 My sincere sympathy to the family of a lovely lady and a fun bridge player. You will be missed.Audrey M Renter
Omaha, NE Friday, April 10, 2020 You have my sympathy. Always enjoyed playing bridge with Emagean, She was so positive & classy.VIRGINIA DUNN
GOOSE CREEK, SC Thursday, April 9, 2020 Emagean was wonderful person. I am so blessed to have known her. She was a warm and inviting person.