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Ronald “Ron” L. Sabata

May 30, 1941 - January 11, 2023

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Ronald “Ron” L. Sabata, 81, of Lincoln passed away January 11, 2023. Born May 30, 1941, in David City, NE to Frank and Evangeline (Mazanec) Sabata.

Ron served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for 20 years. He was a realtor for Caldwell Banker and raised registered black angus cattle.

Ron was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, past president of Nebraska Realtor’s Association, served as director for National Realtor’s Association, and was very active in Nebraska Angus Cattle Association.

Family members include his brother Val (Deanna) Sabata and nephew Brian (Sarah) Sabata; sister Marlene (Joe) Rerucha; niece and nephew Jennifer Siefkes and Mark Rerucha.

Rosary: 6:30 p.m. Monday (1-16-23) Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Tuesday (1-17-23) St. Joseph Catholic Church, 7900 Trendwood Drive.

Burial in Omaha National Cemetery on Wednesday (1-18-23) at 12:30 p.m.
Memorials to donor’s choice.

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Services

January16

Rosary

6:30 pm CST

Roper & Sons South Chapel

3950 Hohensee Drive (40th & Yankee Hill)
Lincoln, NE 68516

(402) 261-5907
January17

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 am CST

St. Joseph Catholic Church

7900 Trendwood Drive

January18

Burial

12:30 am CST

Omaha National Cemetery

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January 17, 2023

Ron and his preview wife Lynda, took our son Matthew skiing ⛷️ many times in Breckenridge CO. Ron was very kind to Matthew and he enjoyed his nephews humor and quick, and happy spirit. These were special and joyfully vacations for Matthew and Ron and Lynda Became 2nd parents to this happy little boy. It is with appreciation I remember Ron from many years ago and I am grateful. But time turns the pages and life goes so fast. I’m blessed for this sweet memory. Patty and (Larry) Carpenter.

– Patricia
January 17, 2023

He will be missed. Hugs to and prayers for his family.

– Doug and Lynda Pospisil
January 16, 2023

I have fond memories of Ron as a high school senior who was always friendly and kind to this underclassman. I have enjoyed re-connecting via Face Book in recent years and am saddened to learn of his passing. Deepest sympathy to all of his family. May he rest in eternal peace.

– Liz Budler Ashton
January 16, 2023

Ron was a long time friend and neighbor as we grew up in Bellwood. Our families did many things together with farming etc. Our sympathy go out to Marlene, Joe, Mark and Jennifer, ValGene and their families. Our hearts ache at their loss of Ron. God hold them all in His arms. John and Fran Pachta

– Fran and John Pachta
January 16, 2023

We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Ron. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.

– Aquinas Alumni Association
January 15, 2023

Ron helped me learn the ropes of the “secretary-manager” job with the Nebraska Angus Association. I appreciate all that he taught me about doing the job the “right way”. Rest in peace Ron and “May perpetual light shine upon you”.

– Suzy Hebbert
January 15, 2023

Ron was such a nice man and always had time to chat. He was well liked and the world is a better place because of him. Our condolences to his family

– Raska family of North Platte
January 15, 2023

To Ron’s family, Ron was one of our favorite fellow realtors. Although we only saw him occasionally at realtor functions we really liked visiting with him. When he moved to Lincoln I encouraged him to join OLLI , which he did. Donna Hinkley

– Donna Hinkley
January 15, 2023

Ron was always such a polite individual and so supportive of the realtor organization.

– Joe Valenti
January 14, 2023

I will miss you dear friend! It was so wonderful talking with you the other night for an hour and 15 minutes and I am sorry that we are not going to be able to have our lunch next week! Your advice about traveling I have shared with my mom and I will be sure to do so! until we have our lunch together in heaven, laugh and have fun and have a glass of Pinot Grigio in heaven sweet man! Love, Mark Faatz

– Mark Faatz

Obituaries & Services

  • Funeral Service

Rogene Isaacson

  • Monday, December 15 at 10:00 AM
  • Peace Lutheran Church
1/10
  • Memorial Services

Song Sil Watson

  • Monday, December 15 at 11:00 AM
  • South Chapel
2/10
  • Memorial Services

Carl Jensen

  • Tuesday, December 16 at 11:00 AM
  • Midtown Chapel
3/10
  • Memorial Services

Kaitlin Elizabeth Crouch

  • Wednesday, December 17 at 11:00 AM
  • South Chapel
4/10
  • Funeral Service

Ronald Kent Owen

  • Wednesday, December 17 at 1:00 PM
  • Metcalf Chapel
5/10
  • Memorial Services

Coleen J. Seng

  • Saturday, December 20 at 11:00 AM
  • First United Methodist Church
6/10
  • Memorial Services

David Paul Burden

  • Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 PM
  • South Chapel
7/10
  • Memorial Services

Verla Ann Liggett (Beltz) Schenk

  • Monday, December 22 at 10:30 AM
  • Capitol View Seventh-day Adventist Church
8/10
  • Celebration of Life

George L. Lamphear

  • Saturday, January 03 at 2:00 PM
  • Isles Reception Hall
9/10
  • Celebration of Life

Franklin Ellsworth Gaines

  • Saturday, January 10 at 12:00 PM
  • Isles Reception Hall
10/10
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