Sally married Clarence Kluge on September 25th, 1955 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Her life was being a farmer's wife, homemaker, mother and a friend to many. Her door was always open and always willing to help in time of need. She loved to coffee with her special friend LaVonne Dahl and many others too numerous to mention. Cooking and baking were a specialty of hers. She also loved to sew and do ceramics. Her grandchildren were the love of her life.
Sally was a member of St. John's Ridgeley Lutheran Church southwest of Scribner and was also a member of the Choir. She belonged to several card clubs and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors:
Husband - Clarence
Daughters - Becky Westphalen of Scribner
Patty and husband Steve Popken of Scribner
Grandchildren - Abby and husband Eric Smeal of Cedar Bluffs
Ashley Westphalen of Omaha
Adam Popken of Wayne
Tyler Popken of Norfolk
Great grandson - Merrit Smeal
Sisters - Betty and husband Douglas McCabe of Fremont
Shirley and husband Larry Martin of Valparaiso
Brothers - Clifford Wegner of Fremont
Loyd and wife Anne Wegner of Scribner
Richard and wife Rhonda Wegner of North Bend
Sister-in-law - Elaine Harms of Fremont
11 nephews and 1 niece
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son-in-law Lyle Westphalen and a niece Lila Harms.
She was loved by all and will be missed by many.
The funeral will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday November 13 at St. John Ridgeley Lutheran Church. The Rev. Dr. Nicki McIntyre will officiate. The burial will follow at the Scribner Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 3pm to 8pm with the family receiving friends from 6pm to 8pm at Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel. Visitation will continue one hour before the service on Saturday at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. John Ridgeley Lutheran Church and the Scribner Good Samaritan Center.
Online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences(12)
Janice (Parr) Ortmeier & Husband Don.
Fremont, NE Friday, November 12, 2010 I have many memories of the Wegner Family who lived next to Furtenau's and then there were the Maynard & Theresa Parr Family. I went to Dist. 58 in the First Grade, and I remember Marcella and Betty always looking out for me. I remember going to the Wegner Farm, and the years after we were married I would see Marcella and Betty every once in a while. We never seem to forget the people we grew up with. To Clarence, daugthers, and grandchildren, please accept our deep sympathy and prayers. Sorry we cannot make it to the Visitation or Funeral. That was a very nice picture and story of her life in the Fremont Tribune. Sincerely, Don & Janice (Parr) OrtmeierSusie (Gustafson) Swanson
Lincoln, NE Friday, November 12, 2010 I have great memories of trips over to Sally's oh so many years ago to get eggs, and always being sent home with other treasures from her garden or baked goodies fresh from the oven! Sally always had a smiling face at Webster School, Ridgeley and anywhere I would see her. I can still hear her laugh now as I drive past that corner east of Webster, and it makes me smile. Those are the memories we treasure forever. Becky, Patty and Clarence, may your wonderful memories comfort you too.Marion Herzinger
Sun City, AZ Friday, November 12, 2010 Clarence, Becky, Patty & family Our prayers & sympathy to all of you. We were remebering the time that you & Marcella spent a few days with us here in AZ. several years ago. We wish we could do that all over again. We have so may fond memories as growing up as our families spent birhdays & holidays together. Your memories with help you through this difficult time. Love & prayers Marion & KenLinda and Randy Schafer
Scribner, NE Thursday, November 11, 2010 We were sorry to hear about your mom, grandma, sister. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Kristin Uhing
Dodge, NE Thursday, November 11, 2010 My deepest sympathies to your family. The loss of a parent is never easy but she will now rest in peace. Just remember all of the good memories and times you shared together. Now she will be looking upon all of you and guiding you through the good life you all have ahead. In sympathy and blessings.Loren & Susan hagerbaumer1
hooper, ne Wednesday, November 10, 2010 Was so sorry to read of Sally's passing. She was such a sweetheart and always so pleasant. She will be missed by so many, but know she is now at peace. In sympathy and friendship.Loren & Susan hagerbaumer
hooper, NE Wednesday, November 10, 2010Shirley Schlote-Fischer(Heese)
Lafayette, Co Wednesday, November 10, 2010 Sorry to hear about Sally. We alway had a lot of fun in school and church. My deepest sympathy to all the family.Lois Ringer
Aurora, CO Wednesday, November 10, 2010 My deepest sympathy to Sally's family. I have so many memories of the good times us cousins had celebrating birthdays and get togethers. Just recently Kim and I were reminiscing of the family gatherings and when CJ was a little guy and how he loved to eat Sally's corn on the cob! Those memories will always be cherished. God's blessings.June and Steve Westphal
Fremont, Ne Tuesday, November 9, 2010 My deepest sympathy to your entire family on the loss of your mother, sister, aunt, grandmother. Cherish your memories, they will help sustain you through the next days, months and years.Maxine Poulas
Fremont, NE Tuesday, November 9, 2010 I send my deepest sympathy for your loss of your Mom. Treasure your memories.... may the Lord grant you peace to you and your family in the day's ahead. It is my Honor to arrange the flowers, thank you for letting me do my part!BettyWietfeld
Scribner, Ne Monday, November 8, 2010 Sally was like a second mother to me I loved her dearly and will continue to miss her and remember all the fun times we had together. She was a perfect friend.