died Tuesday evening , December 11, 2018 at Nye Legacy, Fremont.
Jayne was born to Rolland and LaMar (Kroenke) Cunningham in Fremont on January 8, 1965. She grew up on a farm near Fontanelle, Nebraska and graduated from Arlington High School in 1983. She attended the University of Nebraska Curtis College for a brief time and later earned her bachelor's degree from Bellevue University.
On September 24, 1988 Jayne was married to Neil Gustafson. They were married at Salem Lutheran Church of Fontanelle, the same church where Jayne was baptized and confirmed. The couple first lived on a farm near Fontanelle, then lived near Winslow, and moved into Fremont in 1992.
She had worked for Pendleton Woolen Mills in Fremont, then for Rob-See-Co which has become Syngenta.
Jayne is a member of Salem Lutheran Church of Fontanelle where she has been very involved, serving on the church council and various committees. She was an avid golfer, golfing on Whitetail Run and the course at North Bend. She was also a supporter of Project Pink and the Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska
She is survived by her husband Neil, her sister Sandy (Terry) Nielsen of Bellevue, and brother Randy Cunningham of Nickerson. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved dog Kirby.
The Memorial Service is Monday, December 17, 2018, at 10:30 AM at Salem Lutheran Church of Fontanelle.
The committal will be at a later date. There is no viewing, however the family will receive friends at the Ludvigsen Mortuary, Fremont, on Sunday from 3 to 6 PM. Memorials are suggested to the Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska and the Dodge County Humane Society.
online guestbook@ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(19)
Monica Scheer
Lexington, NE Wednesday, December 19, 2018 My thoughts and prayers are with Jayne's family and friends. I believe she is happy and smiling down on us. May God's love help you through this difficult time.Lena & Randy Redding
Fremont, NE Monday, December 17, 2018 Dear Neil & Family of Jayne,In the stories of our lives they are written moment by moment - in how we loved, the day-to-day things we've shared, and in the many ways we've touched each other's hearts. Jayne did just that! She touched our families life. May all that you shared bring you peace in your time of sorrow & sadness.
paul d hoffschneider
lincoln, NE Monday, December 17, 2018 I worked with Neil for several years in Fremont and got to know Jayne very well. She was such a sweet person and always very friendly and thoughtful. My deepest sympathies to the family at this difficult time.Barbara Vermeline
Malmo, NE Sunday, December 16, 2018 Neil our hearts thoughts and prayers go out to you and Jaynes family. Please know that you have friends and family to help with these difficult times. GODS PEACEBarb and Todd Vermeline
Gib Kelly
Page, NE Friday, December 14, 2018 Jayne and her family are in out thoughts and prayers.She was always cheerful and very helpful when we visited with Jayne in the seed business world.
Virginia Meyer
Fremont, NE Friday, December 14, 2018 Neil, our sincerest sympathies to you. She fought so hard and now she has no more pain and in God's arms resting peacefully. I remember so well playing for your wedding and other times we were able to visit with you two. Christ peace to you. Gary and Virginia MeyerMs Allison
Durham, NC Friday, December 14, 2018 Please except my condolences. May you find comfort in knowing that your dear one is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about her and bring her back again. John 5:28, 29 gives this assurance.Rod & Nancy Tomrdle
Fremont, NE Thursday, December 13, 2018 We are so very sorry for your loss. JAYNE WAS SUCH A SPECIAL PERSON IN SO MANY WAYS!! We were very blessed to call her a friend. We have many treasured memories that will always bring a smile to our faces & a warmth to our hearts. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. May God keep you in His care always & bring you Peace of Heart.Joy Bartling
OMAHA, NE Thursday, December 13, 2018 She is resting in peace praying for you Neil and comfort this time.STEVE & TAMMY BRISTOL
Ogallala, NE Thursday, December 13, 2018 Neil, We are so sorry for the loss of Jayne. We want you to know how special Jayne was to us. The Saturday's at "The Tree" as she enjoyed that bloody mary and a bit of keno. The sunshine and pure happiness she brought with her smile. She has fought a fight like no other, but she always had such a beautiful outlook to living her life with fun, grace and pure joy. May God Bless you and know you are in our Prayers. Steve and Tammy BristolTom & Raeola
Fremont, NE Thursday, December 13, 2018 Jayne always was very kind and caring and always had a smileOur sympathies to Jayne's family
She will be missed
Nona Wiese
Scribner, NE Thursday, December 13, 2018 Special memories of Jaynie...My prayers are with you all. She was one'special gal'. And she will be missed.
Linda Heggemeyer
Fremont, NE Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Our sympathies to Jayne's familyShe will be missed
Loved her spirit and kindness
Linda Heggemeyer
Chrishelle Berube
Fargo, ND Wednesday, December 12, 2018 I really don't have a family so my family in Nebraska included her she was by far one of my favorite people. I loved coming home to Nebraska walking through my favorite small town bar and seeing her face. I knew I was home. My Nebraka family is my family. I miss all of them and it will never be the same without her. Looking foward to seeing you hopefully soon Neil. Sending thoughts and prayers.Chrishelle Berube
Fargo, ND Wednesday, December 12, 2018 She was by far one of my favorite people. I have no family but when I went home to Nebraska I always thought that the people I meet in my favorite small town bar were my family. Every time I came back and walked in those doors and saw her face I knew I was home with family. It will never be the same. Thinking of you Neil and can't wait to walk through those doors and see your face. Miss you and all my family in Nebraska.Katherine Wagner
Gresham, OR Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Neil I am so sorry for your loss. Jayne was a very special lady loved and admired by many. We wish you peace and comfort in the days that follow. Our prayers for you and your family.Katherine and Kevin
Mary Anne Bray
Fremont, NE Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Neil - Jayne was so warm, bubbly and fun; remembering the many laughs we all shared makes me smile even at this sad time. She was such a joy to be around, and she will be greatly missed by all of us. Know that you have a wonderful circle of friends to lean on, and our hearts are hurting along with yours. Many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Melissa Nickens-Harris
Omaha, NE Wednesday, December 12, 2018 Neil: There are no words that are sufficient...My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you always....Joyce Stork
Henderson, NV Wednesday, December 12, 2018 My deepest sympathy to Neil and Sandy and family. Jayne fought courageously and it makes me sad that her cancer battle was not to be won. She inspired everyone who knew her. I pray you will be comforted that the eternal battle for her soul was won by Christ Jesus, and that she can now know life free from all troubles. God bless you all.