Colfax County Call (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, May 13, 1948; pg. 1
Seniors to Graduate Next Week
The following are names of the Senior Class Roll, all of whom on May 20th will receive diplomas at commencement exercises being held at the Oak Ballroom.
Florence Marie Abraham
Marcena Joyce Abraham
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, June 12, 1952; pg. 7
LEIGH NEWS NOTES
Friends and relatives gathered at the Otto F. Muhle home, Wednesday evening, to honor them on their 25th anniversary. The evening was spent at cards. Lunch was served. Present were the Messrs. and Mesdames Frank Muhle and Adolf, Louis Muhle and Lloyd, Herman Muhle and Earl, Arlen Beck, Garrett DeBower and Dorothy, Walter Engelbart, Melvin Johannes, Nancy and Marvin, Ray Best and Richard, Harry Korfhage, Nelson Nelson, Miss Florence Abraham and Ward Stevenson, Theilen and Eileen.
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 2, 1953; pg. 8
MARRIAGE LICENSES
June 28 - Ward J. Stevenson Jr., 25, and Florence Abraham, 22, both of Richland.
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 9, 1953; pg. 5
Miss Abraham Bride Of Ward Stevenson Jr. Church Wedding, June 28
Miss Florence Abraham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Abraham, and Ward Stevenson Jr., son of Ward Stevenson, all of Richland, were married at the Presbyterian Church in Schuyler, Sunday afternoon, June 28, by the Rev. John H. Patterson.
White daisies and orange colored gladioli decorated the altar for the 3 o'clock double-ring ceremony. Mrs. Beverly Mihulka played traditional wedding marches, and the Misses Jayne and Sally VanHousen sang "Oh Promise Me" and "I Love You Truly."
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white satin with scalloped nylon lace front and back panels. The lace over satin bodice featured a high neckline, and had seed pearl and flower embroidery trim. Tiny self-covered buttons closed the bodice and also complimented at the wrists the long lace sleeves which were styled with beaded caps. A crown effect headpiece with pearl trim held in place her sheer fingertip veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses on a white satin ribbon.
Attending their sister as maid of honor and bridesmaid were the Misses Elaine and LaVerna Abraham. They were dressed in blue frocks fashioned with strapless embroidered lace over satin bodices and tiered net over satin skirts with peplum effect. Each wore a matching lace jacket with stand-up collar and short sleeves and a pearl trimmed headdress. Their bouquets were pink and white carnations on pink net ribbon.
Donald Abraham, brother of the bride, was best man, and Thielen Stevenson, brother of the bridegroom, was an attendant. Jerry Abraham Jr. and Raymond Best Jr. were ushers.
Arlene Stevenson, sister of the bridegroom, was candle lighter. She wore a blue satin formal.
Mary Ann Schneider was flower girl and wore a puffed-sleeved satin floor-length dress with net over skirt. She had matching mitts and carried a basket of rose petals.
Lloyd Stevenson, cousin of the bridegroom, was ring bearer. He wore a white linen suit and black bow tie, and carried the rings on a heart-shaped satin and lace pillow.
The bride's mother wore a navy polka dot dress with navy accessories and a corsage of baby red roses.
A 6 o'clock supper was served at the Top Notch to 28 guests.
From 7 until 9 o'clock, the newlyweds were honored by about 250 guests at a reception at the Legion Club. A four-tiered white wedding cake, decorated with a miniature bride and bridegrom (sic), centered the refreshment table. Candles in crystal holders and white mums flanked the cake on either side.
Mrs. Ray Best Jr. and Miss Arlene Stevenson registered the guests. The Misses Alice Kral, Betty Bohac, Florence Kracl, Darlene Konopik, Norma Shonka, Joan Abraham, Dorothy Moural and Twila Schneider assisted with the gifts.
Mrs. LeRoy Vanicek and Miss Eleanor Abraham cut the cake. Miss LuEtta Schneider and Miss Sybillia Legler poured and Miss Margaret Horak and Miss Arlene Lambrecht served.
Waitresses were the Misses Carolyn Lambrecht, Joyce Abraham, DeAnna Dubsky and June and Beatrice Legler.
A dance at Oak Ballroom honored the couple later in the evening.
The bride attended rural schools and Schuyler High School, and has taught school since. The bridegroom attended rural schools, and served two years with the U. S. Army, 18 months of which were in Alaska. He is engaged in farming, and following their honeymoon to western points the young couple will reside on a farm north of Richland.
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Aurora News-Register (Aurora, NE), Thursday, January 12, 2023
Florence Stevenson, 91, of Richland, died Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Brookstone Acres in Columbus.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, January, 14, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Schuyler. The Rev. Sarah Gengler will officiate. Visitation will be Friday, January 13, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, Schuyler plus one hour before service at church, Saturday. Committal will be in the Schuyler Cemetery, Schuyler.
Lunch in the church fellowship hall following committal. Memorials: family choice.
Florence Marie (Abraham) Stevenson was born on March 8, 1931 to John and Ida (Legler) Abraham.
She attended grade school at District 8 and attended Schuyler High School graduating in 1948. While in high school, Florence lived with various families working for her room and board. After graduating in 1948, she began her teaching career. She taught at District 6, District 8, District 16 and District 12 which was in the village of Richland. She taught all subjects and was janitor at the schools. Florence attended Midland College in Fremont during the summer months.
On June 28, 1953, she married Ward J. Stevenson Jr. in the First Presbyterian Church in Schuyler. The couple lived their entire married life on a farm north of Richland. The land was acquired by Ward's grandparents, R.D. Smith in June of 1889 and March 1902.
Florence and Ward served as sponsors for the rural Youth of Colfax County. During summers, Florence worked at Camp Luther preparing and serving meals to the many campers. She worked on the Election Board in Richland, was a church Elder, a Deacon, was an officer of the United Presbyterian Women's Organization and was an usher at church. She received a certificate for being a 50-year member of the First Presbyterian church in Schuyler.
She was a member of numerous clubs: Happy Circle, Fair Acres Extension Club, Starlighters and Golden Keys Extension Club. She played in many card clubs including Canasta, Sheephead and Bridge.
Florence was the Richland correspondent for the Schuyler Sun from 1970 until 2020. She volunteered at District 1 Richland while her sons attended. Her enjoyment in life was her 7 grandchildren, preparing family meals on holidays, baking kolaches, rolls and pies. She also enjoyed sending cards and letters to many relatives and friends for all occasions.
She is survived by: her three sons, Daniel (Suzanne) Stevenson of Columbus, Kenneth (Denise) Stevenson of Richland and Thomas (Julie) Stevenson of Aurora; grandchildren Nicholas, Nathan, Riley, Emily, Zachary, Jordan, and Madison; sister Elaine Abraham of Schuyler, sister-in-law Elizabeth Abraham of Minneapolis, MN, two brothers-in-law Carroll Ebner and Theilen Stevenson of Columbus.
Preceding her were her parents, husband Ward in 2010, brothers Donald Abraham in 2007 and Alden Abraham in 2019, three sisters; LaVerna Abraham in 1955, Eleanor Moural in 2004, and Joyce Svasek in 2016; in-laws Richard (Izetta) Best, Marilyn Stevenson, and Arlene Ebner.
Seniors to Graduate Next Week
The following are names of the Senior Class Roll, all of whom on May 20th will receive diplomas at commencement exercises being held at the Oak Ballroom.
Florence Marie Abraham
Marcena Joyce Abraham
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, June 12, 1952; pg. 7
LEIGH NEWS NOTES
Friends and relatives gathered at the Otto F. Muhle home, Wednesday evening, to honor them on their 25th anniversary. The evening was spent at cards. Lunch was served. Present were the Messrs. and Mesdames Frank Muhle and Adolf, Louis Muhle and Lloyd, Herman Muhle and Earl, Arlen Beck, Garrett DeBower and Dorothy, Walter Engelbart, Melvin Johannes, Nancy and Marvin, Ray Best and Richard, Harry Korfhage, Nelson Nelson, Miss Florence Abraham and Ward Stevenson, Theilen and Eileen.
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 2, 1953; pg. 8
MARRIAGE LICENSES
June 28 - Ward J. Stevenson Jr., 25, and Florence Abraham, 22, both of Richland.
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 9, 1953; pg. 5
Miss Abraham Bride Of Ward Stevenson Jr. Church Wedding, June 28
Miss Florence Abraham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Abraham, and Ward Stevenson Jr., son of Ward Stevenson, all of Richland, were married at the Presbyterian Church in Schuyler, Sunday afternoon, June 28, by the Rev. John H. Patterson.
White daisies and orange colored gladioli decorated the altar for the 3 o'clock double-ring ceremony. Mrs. Beverly Mihulka played traditional wedding marches, and the Misses Jayne and Sally VanHousen sang "Oh Promise Me" and "I Love You Truly."
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white satin with scalloped nylon lace front and back panels. The lace over satin bodice featured a high neckline, and had seed pearl and flower embroidery trim. Tiny self-covered buttons closed the bodice and also complimented at the wrists the long lace sleeves which were styled with beaded caps. A crown effect headpiece with pearl trim held in place her sheer fingertip veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses on a white satin ribbon.
Attending their sister as maid of honor and bridesmaid were the Misses Elaine and LaVerna Abraham. They were dressed in blue frocks fashioned with strapless embroidered lace over satin bodices and tiered net over satin skirts with peplum effect. Each wore a matching lace jacket with stand-up collar and short sleeves and a pearl trimmed headdress. Their bouquets were pink and white carnations on pink net ribbon.
Donald Abraham, brother of the bride, was best man, and Thielen Stevenson, brother of the bridegroom, was an attendant. Jerry Abraham Jr. and Raymond Best Jr. were ushers.
Arlene Stevenson, sister of the bridegroom, was candle lighter. She wore a blue satin formal.
Mary Ann Schneider was flower girl and wore a puffed-sleeved satin floor-length dress with net over skirt. She had matching mitts and carried a basket of rose petals.
Lloyd Stevenson, cousin of the bridegroom, was ring bearer. He wore a white linen suit and black bow tie, and carried the rings on a heart-shaped satin and lace pillow.
The bride's mother wore a navy polka dot dress with navy accessories and a corsage of baby red roses.
A 6 o'clock supper was served at the Top Notch to 28 guests.
From 7 until 9 o'clock, the newlyweds were honored by about 250 guests at a reception at the Legion Club. A four-tiered white wedding cake, decorated with a miniature bride and bridegrom (sic), centered the refreshment table. Candles in crystal holders and white mums flanked the cake on either side.
Mrs. Ray Best Jr. and Miss Arlene Stevenson registered the guests. The Misses Alice Kral, Betty Bohac, Florence Kracl, Darlene Konopik, Norma Shonka, Joan Abraham, Dorothy Moural and Twila Schneider assisted with the gifts.
Mrs. LeRoy Vanicek and Miss Eleanor Abraham cut the cake. Miss LuEtta Schneider and Miss Sybillia Legler poured and Miss Margaret Horak and Miss Arlene Lambrecht served.
Waitresses were the Misses Carolyn Lambrecht, Joyce Abraham, DeAnna Dubsky and June and Beatrice Legler.
A dance at Oak Ballroom honored the couple later in the evening.
The bride attended rural schools and Schuyler High School, and has taught school since. The bridegroom attended rural schools, and served two years with the U. S. Army, 18 months of which were in Alaska. He is engaged in farming, and following their honeymoon to western points the young couple will reside on a farm north of Richland.
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Aurora News-Register (Aurora, NE), Thursday, January 12, 2023
Florence Stevenson, 91, of Richland, died Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Brookstone Acres in Columbus.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, January, 14, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Schuyler. The Rev. Sarah Gengler will officiate. Visitation will be Friday, January 13, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, Schuyler plus one hour before service at church, Saturday. Committal will be in the Schuyler Cemetery, Schuyler.
Lunch in the church fellowship hall following committal. Memorials: family choice.
Florence Marie (Abraham) Stevenson was born on March 8, 1931 to John and Ida (Legler) Abraham.
She attended grade school at District 8 and attended Schuyler High School graduating in 1948. While in high school, Florence lived with various families working for her room and board. After graduating in 1948, she began her teaching career. She taught at District 6, District 8, District 16 and District 12 which was in the village of Richland. She taught all subjects and was janitor at the schools. Florence attended Midland College in Fremont during the summer months.
On June 28, 1953, she married Ward J. Stevenson Jr. in the First Presbyterian Church in Schuyler. The couple lived their entire married life on a farm north of Richland. The land was acquired by Ward's grandparents, R.D. Smith in June of 1889 and March 1902.
Florence and Ward served as sponsors for the rural Youth of Colfax County. During summers, Florence worked at Camp Luther preparing and serving meals to the many campers. She worked on the Election Board in Richland, was a church Elder, a Deacon, was an officer of the United Presbyterian Women's Organization and was an usher at church. She received a certificate for being a 50-year member of the First Presbyterian church in Schuyler.
She was a member of numerous clubs: Happy Circle, Fair Acres Extension Club, Starlighters and Golden Keys Extension Club. She played in many card clubs including Canasta, Sheephead and Bridge.
Florence was the Richland correspondent for the Schuyler Sun from 1970 until 2020. She volunteered at District 1 Richland while her sons attended. Her enjoyment in life was her 7 grandchildren, preparing family meals on holidays, baking kolaches, rolls and pies. She also enjoyed sending cards and letters to many relatives and friends for all occasions.
She is survived by: her three sons, Daniel (Suzanne) Stevenson of Columbus, Kenneth (Denise) Stevenson of Richland and Thomas (Julie) Stevenson of Aurora; grandchildren Nicholas, Nathan, Riley, Emily, Zachary, Jordan, and Madison; sister Elaine Abraham of Schuyler, sister-in-law Elizabeth Abraham of Minneapolis, MN, two brothers-in-law Carroll Ebner and Theilen Stevenson of Columbus.
Preceding her were her parents, husband Ward in 2010, brothers Donald Abraham in 2007 and Alden Abraham in 2019, three sisters; LaVerna Abraham in 1955, Eleanor Moural in 2004, and Joyce Svasek in 2016; in-laws Richard (Izetta) Best, Marilyn Stevenson, and Arlene Ebner.
Colfax County Call (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, May 13, 1948; pg. 1
Seniors to Graduate Next Week
The following are names of the Senior Class Roll, all of whom on May 20th will receive diplomas at commencement exercises being held at the Oak Ballroom.
Florence Marie Abraham
Marcena Joyce Abraham
=====================
The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, June 12, 1952; pg. 7
LEIGH NEWS NOTES
Friends and relatives gathered at the Otto F. Muhle home, Wednesday evening, to honor them on their 25th anniversary. The evening was spent at cards. Lunch was served. Present were the Messrs. and Mesdames Frank Muhle and Adolf, Louis Muhle and Lloyd, Herman Muhle and Earl, Arlen Beck, Garrett DeBower and Dorothy, Walter Engelbart, Melvin Johannes, Nancy and Marvin, Ray Best and Richard, Harry Korfhage, Nelson Nelson, Miss Florence Abraham and Ward Stevenson, Theilen and Eileen.
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The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 2, 1953; pg. 8
MARRIAGE LICENSES
June 28 - Ward J. Stevenson Jr., 25, and Florence Abraham, 22, both of Richland.
=========================
The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 9, 1953; pg. 5
Miss Abraham Bride Of Ward Stevenson Jr. Church Wedding, June 28
Miss Florence Abraham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Abraham, and Ward Stevenson Jr., son of Ward Stevenson, all of Richland, were married at the Presbyterian Church in Schuyler, Sunday afternoon, June 28, by the Rev. John H. Patterson.
White daisies and orange colored gladioli decorated the altar for the 3 o'clock double-ring ceremony. Mrs. Beverly Mihulka played traditional wedding marches, and the Misses Jayne and Sally VanHousen sang "Oh Promise Me" and "I Love You Truly."
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white satin with scalloped nylon lace front and back panels. The lace over satin bodice featured a high neckline, and had seed pearl and flower embroidery trim. Tiny self-covered buttons closed the bodice and also complimented at the wrists the long lace sleeves which were styled with beaded caps. A crown effect headpiece with pearl trim held in place her sheer fingertip veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses on a white satin ribbon.
Attending their sister as maid of honor and bridesmaid were the Misses Elaine and LaVerna Abraham. They were dressed in blue frocks fashioned with strapless embroidered lace over satin bodices and tiered net over satin skirts with peplum effect. Each wore a matching lace jacket with stand-up collar and short sleeves and a pearl trimmed headdress. Their bouquets were pink and white carnations on pink net ribbon.
Donald Abraham, brother of the bride, was best man, and Thielen Stevenson, brother of the bridegroom, was an attendant. Jerry Abraham Jr. and Raymond Best Jr. were ushers.
Arlene Stevenson, sister of the bridegroom, was candle lighter. She wore a blue satin formal.
Mary Ann Schneider was flower girl and wore a puffed-sleeved satin floor-length dress with net over skirt. She had matching mitts and carried a basket of rose petals.
Lloyd Stevenson, cousin of the bridegroom, was ring bearer. He wore a white linen suit and black bow tie, and carried the rings on a heart-shaped satin and lace pillow.
The bride's mother wore a navy polka dot dress with navy accessories and a corsage of baby red roses.
A 6 o'clock supper was served at the Top Notch to 28 guests.
From 7 until 9 o'clock, the newlyweds were honored by about 250 guests at a reception at the Legion Club. A four-tiered white wedding cake, decorated with a miniature bride and bridegrom (sic), centered the refreshment table. Candles in crystal holders and white mums flanked the cake on either side.
Mrs. Ray Best Jr. and Miss Arlene Stevenson registered the guests. The Misses Alice Kral, Betty Bohac, Florence Kracl, Darlene Konopik, Norma Shonka, Joan Abraham, Dorothy Moural and Twila Schneider assisted with the gifts.
Mrs. LeRoy Vanicek and Miss Eleanor Abraham cut the cake. Miss LuEtta Schneider and Miss Sybillia Legler poured and Miss Margaret Horak and Miss Arlene Lambrecht served.
Waitresses were the Misses Carolyn Lambrecht, Joyce Abraham, DeAnna Dubsky and June and Beatrice Legler.
A dance at Oak Ballroom honored the couple later in the evening.
The bride attended rural schools and Schuyler High School, and has taught school since. The bridegroom attended rural schools, and served two years with the U. S. Army, 18 months of which were in Alaska. He is engaged in farming, and following their honeymoon to western points the young couple will reside on a farm north of Richland.
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Aurora News-Register (Aurora, NE), Thursday, January 12, 2023
Florence Stevenson, 91, of Richland, died Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Brookstone Acres in Columbus.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, January, 14, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Schuyler. The Rev. Sarah Gengler will officiate. Visitation will be Friday, January 13, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, Schuyler plus one hour before service at church, Saturday. Committal will be in the Schuyler Cemetery, Schuyler.
Lunch in the church fellowship hall following committal. Memorials: family choice.
Florence Marie (Abraham) Stevenson was born on March 8, 1931 to John and Ida (Legler) Abraham.
She attended grade school at District 8 and attended Schuyler High School graduating in 1948. While in high school, Florence lived with various families working for her room and board. After graduating in 1948, she began her teaching career. She taught at District 6, District 8, District 16 and District 12 which was in the village of Richland. She taught all subjects and was janitor at the schools. Florence attended Midland College in Fremont during the summer months.
On June 28, 1953, she married Ward J. Stevenson Jr. in the First Presbyterian Church in Schuyler. The couple lived their entire married life on a farm north of Richland. The land was acquired by Ward's grandparents, R.D. Smith in June of 1889 and March 1902.
Florence and Ward served as sponsors for the rural Youth of Colfax County. During summers, Florence worked at Camp Luther preparing and serving meals to the many campers. She worked on the Election Board in Richland, was a church Elder, a Deacon, was an officer of the United Presbyterian Women's Organization and was an usher at church. She received a certificate for being a 50-year member of the First Presbyterian church in Schuyler.
She was a member of numerous clubs: Happy Circle, Fair Acres Extension Club, Starlighters and Golden Keys Extension Club. She played in many card clubs including Canasta, Sheephead and Bridge.
Florence was the Richland correspondent for the Schuyler Sun from 1970 until 2020. She volunteered at District 1 Richland while her sons attended. Her enjoyment in life was her 7 grandchildren, preparing family meals on holidays, baking kolaches, rolls and pies. She also enjoyed sending cards and letters to many relatives and friends for all occasions.
She is survived by: her three sons, Daniel (Suzanne) Stevenson of Columbus, Kenneth (Denise) Stevenson of Richland and Thomas (Julie) Stevenson of Aurora; grandchildren Nicholas, Nathan, Riley, Emily, Zachary, Jordan, and Madison; sister Elaine Abraham of Schuyler, sister-in-law Elizabeth Abraham of Minneapolis, MN, two brothers-in-law Carroll Ebner and Theilen Stevenson of Columbus.
Preceding her were her parents, husband Ward in 2010, brothers Donald Abraham in 2007 and Alden Abraham in 2019, three sisters; LaVerna Abraham in 1955, Eleanor Moural in 2004, and Joyce Svasek in 2016; in-laws Richard (Izetta) Best, Marilyn Stevenson, and Arlene Ebner.
Seniors to Graduate Next Week
The following are names of the Senior Class Roll, all of whom on May 20th will receive diplomas at commencement exercises being held at the Oak Ballroom.
Florence Marie Abraham
Marcena Joyce Abraham
=====================
The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, June 12, 1952; pg. 7
LEIGH NEWS NOTES
Friends and relatives gathered at the Otto F. Muhle home, Wednesday evening, to honor them on their 25th anniversary. The evening was spent at cards. Lunch was served. Present were the Messrs. and Mesdames Frank Muhle and Adolf, Louis Muhle and Lloyd, Herman Muhle and Earl, Arlen Beck, Garrett DeBower and Dorothy, Walter Engelbart, Melvin Johannes, Nancy and Marvin, Ray Best and Richard, Harry Korfhage, Nelson Nelson, Miss Florence Abraham and Ward Stevenson, Theilen and Eileen.
==========================
The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 2, 1953; pg. 8
MARRIAGE LICENSES
June 28 - Ward J. Stevenson Jr., 25, and Florence Abraham, 22, both of Richland.
=========================
The Schuyler Sun (Schuyler, NE), Thursday, July 9, 1953; pg. 5
Miss Abraham Bride Of Ward Stevenson Jr. Church Wedding, June 28
Miss Florence Abraham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Abraham, and Ward Stevenson Jr., son of Ward Stevenson, all of Richland, were married at the Presbyterian Church in Schuyler, Sunday afternoon, June 28, by the Rev. John H. Patterson.
White daisies and orange colored gladioli decorated the altar for the 3 o'clock double-ring ceremony. Mrs. Beverly Mihulka played traditional wedding marches, and the Misses Jayne and Sally VanHousen sang "Oh Promise Me" and "I Love You Truly."
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white satin with scalloped nylon lace front and back panels. The lace over satin bodice featured a high neckline, and had seed pearl and flower embroidery trim. Tiny self-covered buttons closed the bodice and also complimented at the wrists the long lace sleeves which were styled with beaded caps. A crown effect headpiece with pearl trim held in place her sheer fingertip veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses on a white satin ribbon.
Attending their sister as maid of honor and bridesmaid were the Misses Elaine and LaVerna Abraham. They were dressed in blue frocks fashioned with strapless embroidered lace over satin bodices and tiered net over satin skirts with peplum effect. Each wore a matching lace jacket with stand-up collar and short sleeves and a pearl trimmed headdress. Their bouquets were pink and white carnations on pink net ribbon.
Donald Abraham, brother of the bride, was best man, and Thielen Stevenson, brother of the bridegroom, was an attendant. Jerry Abraham Jr. and Raymond Best Jr. were ushers.
Arlene Stevenson, sister of the bridegroom, was candle lighter. She wore a blue satin formal.
Mary Ann Schneider was flower girl and wore a puffed-sleeved satin floor-length dress with net over skirt. She had matching mitts and carried a basket of rose petals.
Lloyd Stevenson, cousin of the bridegroom, was ring bearer. He wore a white linen suit and black bow tie, and carried the rings on a heart-shaped satin and lace pillow.
The bride's mother wore a navy polka dot dress with navy accessories and a corsage of baby red roses.
A 6 o'clock supper was served at the Top Notch to 28 guests.
From 7 until 9 o'clock, the newlyweds were honored by about 250 guests at a reception at the Legion Club. A four-tiered white wedding cake, decorated with a miniature bride and bridegrom (sic), centered the refreshment table. Candles in crystal holders and white mums flanked the cake on either side.
Mrs. Ray Best Jr. and Miss Arlene Stevenson registered the guests. The Misses Alice Kral, Betty Bohac, Florence Kracl, Darlene Konopik, Norma Shonka, Joan Abraham, Dorothy Moural and Twila Schneider assisted with the gifts.
Mrs. LeRoy Vanicek and Miss Eleanor Abraham cut the cake. Miss LuEtta Schneider and Miss Sybillia Legler poured and Miss Margaret Horak and Miss Arlene Lambrecht served.
Waitresses were the Misses Carolyn Lambrecht, Joyce Abraham, DeAnna Dubsky and June and Beatrice Legler.
A dance at Oak Ballroom honored the couple later in the evening.
The bride attended rural schools and Schuyler High School, and has taught school since. The bridegroom attended rural schools, and served two years with the U. S. Army, 18 months of which were in Alaska. He is engaged in farming, and following their honeymoon to western points the young couple will reside on a farm north of Richland.
====================
Aurora News-Register (Aurora, NE), Thursday, January 12, 2023
Florence Stevenson, 91, of Richland, died Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Brookstone Acres in Columbus.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, January, 14, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Schuyler. The Rev. Sarah Gengler will officiate. Visitation will be Friday, January 13, 2023 from 4-7 p.m. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, Schuyler plus one hour before service at church, Saturday. Committal will be in the Schuyler Cemetery, Schuyler.
Lunch in the church fellowship hall following committal. Memorials: family choice.
Florence Marie (Abraham) Stevenson was born on March 8, 1931 to John and Ida (Legler) Abraham.
She attended grade school at District 8 and attended Schuyler High School graduating in 1948. While in high school, Florence lived with various families working for her room and board. After graduating in 1948, she began her teaching career. She taught at District 6, District 8, District 16 and District 12 which was in the village of Richland. She taught all subjects and was janitor at the schools. Florence attended Midland College in Fremont during the summer months.
On June 28, 1953, she married Ward J. Stevenson Jr. in the First Presbyterian Church in Schuyler. The couple lived their entire married life on a farm north of Richland. The land was acquired by Ward's grandparents, R.D. Smith in June of 1889 and March 1902.
Florence and Ward served as sponsors for the rural Youth of Colfax County. During summers, Florence worked at Camp Luther preparing and serving meals to the many campers. She worked on the Election Board in Richland, was a church Elder, a Deacon, was an officer of the United Presbyterian Women's Organization and was an usher at church. She received a certificate for being a 50-year member of the First Presbyterian church in Schuyler.
She was a member of numerous clubs: Happy Circle, Fair Acres Extension Club, Starlighters and Golden Keys Extension Club. She played in many card clubs including Canasta, Sheephead and Bridge.
Florence was the Richland correspondent for the Schuyler Sun from 1970 until 2020. She volunteered at District 1 Richland while her sons attended. Her enjoyment in life was her 7 grandchildren, preparing family meals on holidays, baking kolaches, rolls and pies. She also enjoyed sending cards and letters to many relatives and friends for all occasions.
She is survived by: her three sons, Daniel (Suzanne) Stevenson of Columbus, Kenneth (Denise) Stevenson of Richland and Thomas (Julie) Stevenson of Aurora; grandchildren Nicholas, Nathan, Riley, Emily, Zachary, Jordan, and Madison; sister Elaine Abraham of Schuyler, sister-in-law Elizabeth Abraham of Minneapolis, MN, two brothers-in-law Carroll Ebner and Theilen Stevenson of Columbus.
Preceding her were her parents, husband Ward in 2010, brothers Donald Abraham in 2007 and Alden Abraham in 2019, three sisters; LaVerna Abraham in 1955, Eleanor Moural in 2004, and Joyce Svasek in 2016; in-laws Richard (Izetta) Best, Marilyn Stevenson, and Arlene Ebner.
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