7/1/1944 – 1/8/2019
Dean was born July 1st , 1944 to Mildred and Glenn Traudt. He grew up in York, Nebraska and graduated from York High School. He then moved to Fremont, Nebraska where he served in the Army from 1966-1972.
He started his career in the grocery business at the age of 15. He managed several grocery stores until his retirement in 2010. He also loved being a radio personality going by the name of Dean Glenn on KHUB radio station in the 1970’s. He also lent his golden voice as the announcer for his daughters dance recitals at Janet Jackson’s Dance Studio for over 20 years.
He married Joanne Berry and they had 2 children Larry and Deanna. They later divorced and he married Susan Lewis in 1990 who had 2 children Michael and Jeff.
After his retirement he went back to work part-time for Methodist Hospital.
He loved spending time with his grandchildren and his beloved dog Asti. He loved attending Creighton Basketball games and traveling with his wife and family.
He and Susan enjoyed volunteering for the Silverliner’s North Pole, which he recently played Frosty for them. He was a member of the Church Choir at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.
Omaha – Preceded in death by son Larry, granddaughter Sara Steiner, parents Glenn and Mildred. Survived by wife Susan, children Deanna (Pat) Callaway, Mike (Carri) Lewis, Jeff Lewis, 8 grandchildren Aaron Traudt, Emily Callaway, Jason Gridley, Jami Traudt, Michaela Traudt, Vincent Lewis, Anthony Lewis and Emmarie Resetar. 2 great granddaughters: Zooey Kimmell and Meelah Traudt. 2 Daughter in laws Tammy Trahan and Carol Traudt. Brother Jerry (Marcia), sisters Kathy, Ida (Gary), many family and friends
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Funeral Service Monday (1/14/19) 10:00 AM at St. Mark Lutheran Church 821 N. 90th Street Omaha, NE. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials to St. Mark Lutheran Church.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel
2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I’m reaching out with some encouragement as I too have lost many loved ones in death. It truly is the most heart-wrenching experience to go through. One thing that has helped me to cope many times is a promise made by Jesus Christ. He talked about a resurrection of the dead in a Paradise Earth where all of us will see our loved ones again! Jesus promises in John 5:28, 29: “All those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.”
Another comforting Scripture, one of my personal favorites, is Revelation 21:4. It speaks of world conditions under God’s Kingdom rule. It says: “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” A most reassuring promise indeed! I hope these verses comfort you like they have comforted me. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Below is a link to a very encouraging Bible-based brochure entitled, When Someone You Love Dies. Please use your personal Bible with this brochure as you read it in the months ahead.
https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/when-someone-dies/
Deepest Sympathies,
Vickie
So very saddened to learn of the passing of Dean. We were classmates, York High Class of 1962. We had a great time at the 55th Year class reunion. Please accept my sincere condolences.