Bob was born on June 11, 1955 to Josephine (Ryba) and Laddie Hudec in Fremont, NE. He
attended Fremont High School and graduated in 1973. He then enlisted in the Marine Corp and
honorably served his country for 4 years. Bob was proud to be a Marine. In 1979, he returned
to Fremont and began a career with O'Keefe Elevator where he worked as a skilled mechanic
until retirement.
On Feb 4th, 1989, Bob married Karen Kuhrts and they were blessed with raising their 3
daughters Kimberly, Christine, and Elizabeth. Bob and Karen were married for almost 34 years.
They enjoyed a life filled with love, laughter, and joy.
Neighbors, friends and family were always welcome in Bob's garage. The garage door was
always open, welcoming anyone to stop by for some laughs. He was a very talented craftsman
and built many things by hand. Bob was a hard worker and took pride in his talents as a skilled
carpenter, mechanic, and handyman. He enjoyed working on old radios and record players,
and amassed a large collection of antiques over the years. He enjoyed antique shopping and
working outside on their acreage in Fontanelle, particularly woodworking. He also loved
spoiling his grandchildren by taking them on gator rides or teaching them to build things.
Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife Karen, his parents Laddie and Josephine,
brother Larry Hudec, nephew Thomas Shearer, niece Tiffany Lawhead-Hudec and grandson
Madden Lowther.
Bob is survived by his mother in law Shirley Kuhrts, daughters Kimberly (Erik) Taake of San
Diego, CA, Christine (Conley) Hudec of Independence, KY and Elizabeth (Caleb) Chvatal of Omaha;
brother Jerry (Nancy) Hudec of Kearney; sister in law Wendy (Tom) Shearer, brother in law Doug
(Sue) Kuhrts, sister in law Sally (Wes) Burch, grandchildren Trenen Lowther, Mayley and
Kingston Taake; nephews Rob (Jesi) Connick, Herman (Rebekah) Staschke, Thomas Hudec
and Jacob Hudec; Great nieces April and Charlotte and great nephew Taylor.
There will be a combined Celebration of Life for Karen and Bob on April 29th at 10:00 am at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont with a luncheon to follow. Burial will be in the Omaha National Cemetery on Monday, May 1, at 1:30pm.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
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Nila & David Lively
Bellevue, NE Tuesday, April 11, 2023 To Karen & Bobs family, it was heartbreaking to hear about losing both parents. Union picnics , parties,or other events were always more fun when they were there. Two gentle souls, they are missed. David & Nila Lively