On September 17, 1950, Lillian was married to Albert Witthuhn. They were living in Nickerson when at Easter time in 1959, Albert died in an auto accident. The family then moved into Fremont. Lillian worked for several businesses in Fremont over her working career. She was a beautician, also working for Pearl Optical, Mode O' Day Dress Shop, and Pendleton Wollen Mills. She sold Rubbermaid products, and in the 1980's and '90's, she had a Watkins Store in downtown Fremont.
Lillian was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Survivors: 3 sons Dennis Witthuhn and wife Jacque, Fremont
Dan Witthuhn and wife Nancy, Fremont
David Witthuhn, Lincoln
stepdaughter Kathy Gibney and husband Jim, Fremont
7 grandchildren
10 great grandchildren
sister Marilyn Aten Hoepken and husband Marvin of Austin, Texas
brother Melvin Meier and wife Kay, Fremont
The funeral service will be 11 AM Friday (November 1, 2013) at Trinity Lutheran Church with the Rev. Dan Heuer. A private committal will be in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School.
Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be on Thursday (October 31st) from 2 to 8 PM with the family present from 6 to 8 PM.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(6)
Gary and Nancy Hopper
Fremont, NE Wednesday, October 30, 2013 I wanted to say my goodbye to my good friend and in that process I forgot to convey our sorrow and condolences to her family.I know how much her family meant to her and I know how much she loved all of you.It's hard to lose a loved one,especially your mother.To Dennis,Dan and David and their families,our prayers.To Lillian's sister Marilyn,remember the good times you had with her and how much she loved you,to Mel and Kay ,our sympathy.May God bless you all.Gloria mosley
NChas., SC Tuesday, October 29, 2013 Dear Elkins family,Please accept my deep regrets for your loss. You don't know me but I wanted to share what helped me when I lost my whole family to our greatest enemy death that always brings pain and grief but hope and comfort is found in Jehovah Gods word the Bible at John11:11 and Mark5:39 that they're just asleep and Jesus states at John5:28,29 that we'll see our loved ones again and this helps me get through each day because I miss them so much. I truly hope these scriptures have helped in some way because this is my purpose in sharing this with you. Please know I share your grief and you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Gloria Mosley
Nancy Hopper
Fremont, NE Tuesday, October 29, 2013 Dear old friend:Was so sorry to hear you have left this earth but am so glad you are at peace and free of all pain.We have a lot of great memories to look back on and remember.So many people have friendships but ours lasted for 60 yrs.and that's a long time.We had some hard times but so many more good times.You will be so sorely missed by so many as you had a lot of people that loved and respected you.Love to a lovely lady.!!Patty & Jerry Wesemann
, NE Tuesday, October 29, 2013 Dennis,Dan, and David and families,Letting you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and so sorry for your loss. Aunt Lillian was such a beautiful, classy lady throughout all her years and I just loved visiting with her when I saw her. She will certainly be missed be missed. Hang onto all your precious memories. R.I.P. Lillian!
Debby (McCright) Wassom
Elkhorn, NE Tuesday, October 29, 2013 My prayers go out to the family members and friends of Lillian. She will always have a place in our hearts and memories.susan cope
craig, NE Monday, October 28, 2013 aunt lillian will be dearly missed. but shes in the hands of the lord now. no more pain or worries.condolences to all family and friends of a dear sweet lady.