Joan Mongar

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Joan Mongar, 87, of Lincoln, NE, passed away on Aug. 25, 2024, at the Legacy Retirement Community. Born Aug. 4, 1937, in Fort Dodge, Iowa to James and Lucile (Quinn) Newell.

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)

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Services

August30

Informal Gathering

2:00 pm-4:00 pm CST

Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

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August 28, 2024

I met Joan when we both volunteered for AARP. I liked her immediately, and we had great conversations at meetings and at a couple of lunches we arranged. I lost track of her and was sad to hear of her death. My condolences to the family and friends she loved so much.

– Kathy Ward

August 28, 2024

Dear Lynn, Lorri, Stacy and Family, Joan was one of my first “Mentors” in the Banking industry, nearly 40 years ago at the old Gateway Bank downtown. She was a true professional who also cared equally about her staff and clients. Joan had that rare combination of being kind and tough when necessary. And, although she faced challenges as we all do, she was always a class act. We stayed connected over the years and most recently on Facebook. I am so sorry for your loss as I know she was an anchor in your family – you were all her greatest achievement, and she spoke of you often. I hope you will find comfort in each other along with the knowledge that Joan will be remembered always by those who loved her best. With Sympathy,