Graduated from Creston (Iowa) High School, Class of 1955. Owned and operated A&W in York, Neb. Worked many years in banking and sales.
Left to treasure her memory are three daughters, Lynn and son-in-law Bill Marienau, Lorri Bell and son-in-law Dale Tweedie, and Stacy Mongar, all of Lincoln; three grandchildren, Matthew Smith, Allison Bell and Nicole Marienau, all of Lincoln; special longtime friend, Dave Widders of Lincoln; and brother, Jerome Newell and sister-in-law, Elvie of Surprise, Arizona; niece and nephew, Jennifer Newell Davies and Ryan Newell.
Preceded in death by parents, James and Lucile Newell, and sister, Jean Newell.
Informal gathering of family and friends on Friday, August 30th, from 2-4 p.m. at Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel (4300 O Street)