It was her transfer to Honolulu, HI where she met her first love, Franz, from Austria. They were united in Holy Matrimony on February 21, 1970, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Scribner, NE. Their union was blessed with the gift of three children, Jamis born in Honolulu, HI, Jason born in Pittsburgh, PA and Jerome (Jeromy) born in Cleveland, OH. In 1978 she was granted a transfer to Lincoln, NE so that the children could grow up near extended family. In 1982, the marriage came to an end.
After meeting Leslie F. Clausen at their church they were married on January 28, 1988. His daughter Tracy, age 11, completed their blended family. They were married for 26 years. Her career with United Airlines afforded the family many years of world-wide and adventuresome travels. When they weren't jet-setting they took to the road and enjoyed many adventures camping and boating around the USA. When she wasn't traveling she enjoyed her role as Miss Betty Crocker, being home raising her family, gardening, canning, cooking and baking.
Deb is survived by her children Jason Stiastny of Lincoln, Jeromy Stiastny of Omaha and Tracy (Curtis) Combs of Lincoln; and two grandchildren, Kallen Nissen (Ambrosia Keefe) of Lincoln and Ceilee Hartman of Gretna, NE; sisters Mary (Al) Sorensen of Madison, NE; Peggy (Dale) Storm of Davey, NE; Marla (Russ) Gubbels of Randolph, NE; brothers Robert (Deb) Maas of Fremont, NE; Dave Coates of Cedar City, UT; Gary (Karen) Coates of Highlands Ranch, CO; Kevin (Renee) Coates of Fremont, NE; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Deb was preceded in death by her infant son Jamis Johann Stiastny; parents and parents-in-law; and 2 year old niece Lori Maas.
Her earthly remains will be laid to rest at the Scribner Cemetery where they await the resurrection of all flesh. Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep!
Our family would like to thank you for joining us in this service of remembrance celebrating God's gift of Deb's life-a life well lived. Our prayer is that you, too, are inspired to run well and finish the race marked for our life, just as we are inspired by Deb's faithfulness to the very end. We are more than conquerors through Jesus Christ who loved us and gave Himself for us. To God be the glory!
The funeral will be 10:30am, Thursday, October 8, 2020 at Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church (15005 & Q St.) in Omaha, masks are REQUIRED. If you are unable to attend you can view the service (live stream) at dsomaha.org Visitation with the family, 5:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday at Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont, Ne.
Please join the family for lunch in the fellowship hall following this service. You are also invited to attend the burial service at 2:00 p.m. at the Scribner Cemetery, Scribner, NE.
Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Dachshund Rescue, P.O. Box 390991, Omaha, NE 68139 or Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, Inc., P.O. Box 24122, Omaha, NE 68124.
If you were unable to attend the service or watch via livestream please copy the following link to watch a video of the service:
https://youtu.be/k_bAK1UgXUo
Condolences(6)
Shannon Fritz
Muskegon, MI Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Deb was the sweetest person. I am so glad she moved to Michigan for a few years so I could be a part of her life. The last time we saw each other was two years ago. She flew all the way back to Michigan to be here with me in support of my mother’s passing. She surprised me, which is the best gift anyone can give. Deb will always be in my heart and never forgotten.Helen Ann Zienkievicz
Newalla, OK Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Sympathies to the extended family of Deb. I was fortunate to work with her at United in Lincoln and stayed in touch over the years through FB. She touched many people's lives and will be missed.Connie Mauch
Scribner, NE Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Deb and I go back a long way. Our time a Trinity brings lots of good, fun memories. We always had a great visit when she came back "home." Our sincere sympathy to all her family.Joey Gaines
Omaha, NE Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Always a pleasure to see Deb and her dogs at the vet clinic. So sad to hear of her passing and will miss seeing her.Jeanette Groppe
Scribner, NE Tuesday, October 6, 2020 Deb was such a nice lady. I loved the way she always took time to visit her mother and bring her to church. She always had a sweet smile and was it was so nice to visit with her. I am so sorry for your loss but I do know you will rejoice in seeing her again one day.Bryan Carlson
, TX Monday, October 5, 2020 Fun times working with Deb at GRR, she always had something funny to say about the crazy passengers or the management 😁