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Lorene E. Behrends, 91, of Lincoln, went home, Monday, 7/10/17.
She was born in Vesta, NE, on 10/10/1925 to Fred & Mary (Leuenberger) Baum.
She attended Peru State and the University of Nebraska Lincoln. She taught elementary education for over 54 years, including Walton, Holland, West Lincoln, Norris and Lincoln Public Schools. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Iota Sorority, Legion Auxiliary Cortland Chapter, N.S.E.A.R, and founding member of the L.E.A.R.. She enjoyed volunteering in the Lincoln community and especially at Vine Congregational Church. Lorene loved quilting, gardening and her chickens.
Preceded in death by parents, brothers Lester Baum & Robert Baum, sister Luella Baum, & son-in-law Jefferson Pettyjohn Jr.
Survived by:
Daughter Ardith Buerstetta of Lincoln
Granddaughters Heather Van Huff-Sykes of Lincoln, Delia (Dana) Gilbertsen of Omaha.
Great grandchildren: Ella Van Huff, Jerel Sykes, & Miah Sykes of Lincoln.
Brothers Glen (Mary Lou) Baum, Norman (Connie) Baum of Tecumseh, NE
Nieces & Nephews
Memorial service 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 22, 2017
Vine Congregational Church 1800 Twin Ridge Rd Lincoln.
In lieu of flowers memorials to Kappa Kappa Iota Scholarship Fund or Arbor Day Foundation
Condolences www.lincolnfh.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home.
5 Entries
July 19, 2017
Carol Bischoff
Lorene was my Dad's first cousin and one of the most dynamic, talkative, and life-long education enthusiasts in our extended family. I especially remember our Thanksgiving family reunions held for many years, and always enjoyed hearing about her teaching life, retired teacher's association, and especially her stories about her many varied animals, including her diverse species of chickens. She had so many varied interests and skills and was always interesting to talk with at our family gatherings. We will all miss her.
July 16, 2017
Joan McMahon
Lorene was our son's second grade teacher. The field trip to her farm was a special treat. She was a caring person and will be missed.
July 11, 2017
We first met at LPS Art camps in Colorado. Every morning she convinced a bunch of us to rise early for a hearty hike before breakfast! A great role model and tireless worker for the causes affecting good education. Well done, good and faithful servant! Karla
July 11, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
July 11, 2017
Lorene was initiated into National Kappa Kappa Iota, Alpha Beta Gamma Chapter, Iota State/Nebraska May 1, 1966. A Kappa Member for 51 years! Now she will join the Omega Chapter...
She will be missed by her Kappa Sisters.
Marilyn Bridges,
Executive Director
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