August 29, 1953 – September 17, 2026

Jay Martel “Marty” Madsen passed away on September 17, 2026, at the age of 73.

Marty spent more than five decades working in his family’s business, Madsen’s Bowling and Billiards, where he became a familiar and beloved presence to generations of customers. He was especially well known for his “Party with Marty” evenings.

Bowling was a lifelong passion for Marty, and throughout the years, he coached and encouraged countless bowlers, always willing to share his knowledge and help others improve their game. More than anything, Marty treasured the relationships he formed along the way. To him, the people who walked through the doors of Madsen’s were far more than patrons; they were his friends.

Outside of bowling and the family business, Marty loved baseball and riding his bicycle. He will be remembered for the friendships he made, the many lives he touched throughout his years at Madsen’s, and the joy he found in spending time with the people around him.

Marty is survived by his son, Benjamin J. Madsen; his brother, Thomas E. Madsen; and his niece, Sara J. Madsen.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Viola Madsen; and his brothers, John and James Madsen.

Marty’s presence at Madsen’s and in the lives of those who knew him will be deeply missed, but the friendships, memories, and good times he shared with so many will continue to live on.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Madsen’s Bowling and Billiards, located at 4700 Dudley St in Lincoln.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association of Nebraska.

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William Craig Carver, 77, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on September 20, 2026. Craig, as he was known by his family, was born May 10, 1949, in Lodi, Ohio, to Alvin and Katherine Carver.

Craig proudly served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1971 as an Electrician’s Mate Second Class (EM2) aboard the USS Putnam. After leaving the Navy, he attended the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, graduating in 1981 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing.

Craig married his wife, Coralee, in 1984. They shared 42 years of marriage and raised five children: Stacie, Craig, Brandy, Jodi and Kerri.

Throughout his career, Craig worked for Snyder Industries and as a sales representative for Masport. He later joined Coralee in owning and operating Midwest Paramedical/ExamOne. He then worked for the City of Lincoln as the Graffiti Prevention Coordinator until retiring in 2025. Craig also served as president of the Near South Neighborhood Association and was a member of Vine Congregational Church.

Craig was dependable, strong-willed, a perfectionist and, above all, a fighter. That fighting spirit was part of him from an early age. As a kid, he got into enough fights to earn himself the nickname “Billy the Kid.” Many years later, that same strength and determination carried him through a 16-year battle with cancer and the lasting side effects of his treatments.

Craig was direct, had a quick, sarcastic sense of humor and was particular about the way things got done. He was a good storyteller. One family favorite was his story about making “fly sandwiches” for his Uncle Don.

Craig loved playing pool and spent countless hours enjoying the skill and competition of the game. He spent many years coaching and refereeing soccer and was a loyal Husker and Cleveland Browns fan. He enjoyed motorcycles and traveling, especially motorcycle trips with his cousin Dennis. He also enjoyed classic rock ’n’ roll, country music and going out country dancing. At home, Fox News was often on, and he didn’t like to miss Wheel of Fortune. Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies and Pepsi in a bottle were also favorites of his.

Craig loved his family and enjoyed having everyone together for the holidays and being there for his grandchildren’s sports, activities and important moments.

Craig is survived by his wife, Coralee; his children, Stacie (Jon) Gropp, Craig (Michelle) Carver, Brandy Al-Yass, Jodi (Nate) Newcomer, and Kerri Nelson; his grandchildren, Lindsay Carver, Shanice Patak, Ben Hinrichs, Cal Carver, Secilia Carver, Jaden Trosper, Samirah Al-Yass, Christian Newcomer, Jasmine Trosper, Hunter Newcomer, Jace Harper, Lily Newcomer, Ashlyn Newcomer, and Journey Limbach; his great-grandchildren, Lyrik Fischer, Landon LaPage, and Elowyn Spencer; and his sister, Cynthia Ann Foreman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Katherine Carver; sisters, Connie Miller and Linda Sue Carver; brothers, Michael Wayne Carver and Timothy L. Carver; nephew, Gary Lee Carver; and niece, Angel Carver.

Visitation will be held Sunday, September 27, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 O Street in Lincoln.

Funeral services will be held Monday, September 28, at 11:00 a.m. at Wyuka, followed by graveside services. A luncheon will be held at 1:00 p.m.

Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation.

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Thomas “Tom” Eugene Sundeen passed from this world on September 14, 2026, at the age of 71.

Tom was born on February 11, 1955, in Kearney, Nebraska. He attended Lincoln Public Schools, where he participated in band and Boy Scouts. A proud Rocket at Lincoln Northeast High School, Tom excelled in track and field and graduated in 1974.

He went on to attend Peru State College, earning a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Tom spent much of his career with the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Tom had a lifelong curiosity about science, space, and the world around him. From an early age, he followed NASA’s space missions and enjoyed watching Lost in Space and Star Trek with his siblings. That interest grew into a lifelong love of science fiction, with Douglas Adams becoming a particular favorite. Tom also had a deep interest in Native American cultures and cared about protecting the environment.

Tom is survived by his daughter, Evalynn Sundeen, and her husband, Ehren Boren, of Seattle; his siblings, Cindy Sundeen of Omaha, Lori Sundeen Soderbergh of Dallas, and Jim Sundeen of Tempe, Arizona; as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene  and Gloria Sandels- Sundeen, and his brother, Bill Sundeen.

A graveside service will be held for family and close friends at Wyuka on Friday, September 25th, at 11 AM. Everyone who knew Tom and would like to gather, share stories, and remember him is warmly invited to join the family afterward at The Isles in Havelock on Friday evening beginning at 6PM.

And, as Tom might remind us in the words of Douglas Adams:

“Don’t Panic.”

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Amy was an adventurous baby. She was not content to lay on a blanket on the floor and play with toys. She would roll and scoot herself around until she managed to get under a coffee or end table, then she would holler until we pulled her out. Amy was a climber and would climb on chairs, tables and counters by the time she was nine months old. After Amy learned to walk, we didn’t dare let her out of our sight. I put bells on her shoes so I would know where she was. Amy was very inquisitive and asked questions constantly. She was a morning person and would chatter away at the breakfast table until her little brother Ryan would look at her and tell her to ‘be quiet’. Amy was outgoing and loved visiting with everyone in our neighborhood. She would ride her tricycle up and down the sidewalk and would stop and visit with neighbors in their yard. Amy enjoyed going out to the farm to visit Grandma and Grandpa Larsen and helping with ‘chores’.

Amy enjoyed playing volleyball and the clarinet in middle school at St. Patrick’s. As a teenager Amy enjoyed spending time with her friends and doing school activities.

Shortly after Amy graduated from high school, she made the decision to attend nursing school at Southeast Community College. Amy graduated from nursing school as an LPN in 1995 and begin working at Tabitha. She later worked at Madonna and the Community Blood Bank.

Amy welcomed three daughters Alexis, Mackenzie, and Alannah. She was enormously proud of her girls. Amy loved to garden from a very young age and always had a bouquet of dandelions in a small cup of water. She loved planting gardens and flowers and landscaping her small yard. Amy enjoyed walking trails in the woods and fields.

Amy had difficulties in life and at times would stumble and fall down. But when she fell down, she always got back up. She was determined to be the best she could be. Amy went to work for Kawasaki in June of 2020, and she loved her job there. Her supervisor Jennifer said before she knew Amy, she would see her in the plant in her bright pink Kawasaki t-shirt waving to people and telling them ‘Hi’ and she wondered who is this person? Eventually Jen became Amy’s supervisor. Amy was a parts runner in the beginning, but she was soon tasked with setting up new off-site warehouses, cleaning, and organizing current off-site warehouses, unloading semis, and pulling parts to send to the manufacturing lines in the plant. She could handle a forklift with the best of them! Amy took extra classes to advance her employment and was promoted to team lead at Kawasaki.

Amy entered into rest on August 24, 2026, with her family surrounding her. We are overwhelmed with grief and sadness, but we know God has healed her and she is now watching over us.

Amy was preceded in death by her father, James Larsen, grandson, Scott Wesley Buol, grandparents, Vernon & Lillie Larsen, Frederick & Frances Weiler, step grandparents, Cecil & Eva Garcia West, aunts, Diane Bjorke & Diane Weiler, great grandparents, great aunts & uncles, cousins, and friends who have gone before her.

Amy is survived by her daughters & son-in-law, Alexis (Zach) Buol, Mackenzie Williams, & Alannah Williams (Jack Price), Mother & Stepfather, Sandra & Billy West, brother Ryan Larsen (Amy Ball), sister Tracey Larsen (Jaime Horn), grandchildren, Isaac Winkler, Bella, Daxtyn, Teagen, Vernon, and Norah Buol, aunts & uncles, Pamela & John Haan, Gary & Phyllis Larsen, Julie & Jay Marshall, uncle, Michael Weiler, great aunt & uncle, Patsy & Benny Lyons, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Amy is also survived by her beloved cats, Neo and Tabitha.

Funeral Service
Saturday, September 19, 2026
11:00 am
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
N 3rd St. & Cedar St.
Davey, NE

Burial
Danish Cemetery
2 miles from the church
Located on Hwy 77
South of the Davey Rd.

Memorials in honor of Amy Beth Larsen can be sent to the following:

Brave Animal Rescue
P.O. Box 21864
Lincoln, NE 68542

brave-animal-rescue.org

Lincoln Animal Ambassadors
P.O. Box 67072
Lincoln, NE 68506

lincolnanimalambassadors.org

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Aaron Jordan Brown, 68, passed away on September 8, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska. He was born in Birmingham, AL to Arthur and Olean Brown.

Aaron is survived by his children: Aaron Williams, Jesse Brown, Christopher Hopper, Darrick Brown, Sheneeka Brown, Latasha Hopper, Veonta Hopper, Chiveon Hopper, Anthony Hopper and wife Mollie Hopper, YaKima Hopper and Je’Kerra Hopper. His siblings: Archie Brown, Michael Brown, Phyllis Peterson and husband Yuell Peterson, Melvin Brown, Lonnie Brown and wife Kim Brown, Ronnie Brown and wife Melissa Brown, Sherry Brown, and sister-in-law Cheryl Brown (wife of late Arthur Brown). He was blessed with many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, numerous family members, and friends.

He was a fun, loving, and outgoing soul whose laughter and smile brought light wherever he went. He loved to cook for others, turning holiday gatherings into moments of joy and connection. His home was a place where anyone in need could find comfort, and he welcomed others with a caring, humble spirit. Though he never sought the spotlight, his warmth lit up every room he walked into.

He had a deep relationship with God and His Word. He found joy in simple things — cooking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. People most often said he was humble, that he made them feel deeply loved, and that he was simply fun to be around. What will be remembered most are his unforgettable meals, the road trips filled with laughter and love, his devotion to God, and the way he cherished his family with his whole heart.

He was a devoted minister at Faith Apostolic Holiness Church, where he loved to preach the Word and praise the Lord. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and church family. He loved to cook and host holidays, and he also enjoyed watching WWE wrestling with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Olean Brown, and siblings, Sandra Mattox, and Arthur Brown (Bubba)

A visitation will be held on Monday, September 14th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, September 15th at 2:00 p.m., with a reception to follow at Wyuka Cemetery, 3600 O street, Lincoln, NE, 68510. In lieu of flowers memorials may be donated to the family in the name of Anthony Hopper.

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Leon was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Katherine Louise (Bratt) Van Slyke, who passed away January 18, 2001.

Leon earned a Bachelor of Science degree with double majors in English and Business and dedicated more than 40 years of his professional life to the State of Nebraska as a computer programmer. Through decades of changing technology, he brought dedication, knowledge, and dependability to his work and took pride in his long career serving the state.

His greatest pride, however, was his family. Leon is survived by his children, Deb (Kevin) Jarosik of Omaha, Bryan (Tracy) Van Slyke of Lincoln, and Melissa (Doug) Tvrdy of Lincoln.

He was a proud grandfather to Elizabeth Van Slyke of Anza, California; Brother Charlie Jarosik of San Antonio, Texas; Oliver (Sarah) Jarosik of Gretna; Madeline (Zach) Stogdill of Council Bluffs, Iowa; Emma Jarosik of Omaha; Katherine Tvrdy of Rapid City, South Dakota; Dylan Van Slyke of Lincoln; Kylee Van Slyke of Lincoln; Max Tvrdy of Lincoln; and Natalie Jarosik of Lincoln. He was also a cherished great-grandfather to Audrey Jarosik, TJ Jarosik, and Wesley Stogdill.

Leon is also survived by his siblings, Dallas (Nona) Van Slyke of Oregon, Illinois; Marsha (Paul) Eddie of Wahoo, Nebraska; Randy (Lori) Van Slyke of Fruita, Colorado; Craig Van Slyke of Denton, Nebraska; Gail (Connie) Van Slyke of Eagle, Nebraska; and Dan (Connie) Van Slyke of Lincoln, Nebraska, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will remember him with love.

Leon was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Charles and Rita Susan (Winkelbauer) Van Slyke, and his beloved wife, Kathy Louise (Bratt) Van Slyke.

Leon’s life was marked by his commitment to his family, his work, and the people around him. His memory will live on through the family he loved and the generations who carry his legacy forward.

Visitation will begin at 4 PM on Sunday September 13, 2026, followed by a Rosary prayer at 6 PM. On Monday, September 14, 2026, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM.  All visitation and services will be conducted at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, 7601 Vine Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, with Fr. Johnson officiating. Ellen Soukup will serve as organist and vocalist. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made toward scholarships, with designation to be determined by the family.

Pallbearers will be Ryan Eddie, Brett Eddie, Eric Eddie, Brent Van Slyke, and Corbin Van Slyke.

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Eleanor Lydia Stern, 99½, passed away on September 4, 2026, in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was born on March 7, 1927, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Carl and Emma Ratter.

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Melinda had a gift for making those around her laugh and smile. She was a natural encourager with a big heart, and somehow always had a way of making things feel possible, even during difficult times. Her family will especially remember her beautiful smile, her laugh, and the warm “momma bear” hugs that made everything seem a little better. She never missed an opportunity to remind her children how deeply they were loved and reassure them that everything was going to be okay.

Melinda’s faith was an important part of her life. She was a devoted member of Faith Apostolic Holiness Church, where she shared her love of the Bible as a teacher. Teaching came naturally to Melinda, both at church and in her career. She had a special love for working with children and took great pride in helping them learn, grow, and believe in themselves.

When she wasn’t teaching, Melinda enjoyed singing, being involved with her church, and, most of all, spending time with her family. She will be remembered for the light she brought into the lives of others, her ability to encourage those around her, and the love she gave so freely. Melinda had a way of making people feel cared for, supported, and hopeful, and that is a gift her family and friends will carry with them always.

Melinda is survived by her husband, Tony Dominguez; children, Melissa Pooler, Maria Dominguez, and Anthony Dominguez Jr.; sisters, Donna Jackson, Shirley Francis, Mary Kinney, and Margret Abbott; grandchildren, Victoria Rogers, Quynh Le, Brian Pooler, Vu Le, Jacob Pooler, Zachary Le, Melissa Tialynn Le, Rachael Pooler, and Anthony Daniel Dominguez III; and 15 great-grandchildren.

A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at Wyuka Cemetery, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln.

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