Died Saturday February 2, 2019 at Methodist Fremont Health
Bill was born November 25, 1944 in Laredo, Texas to Wilbur and Marjorie 'Copple' Kellogg Sr. He was raised for a short time in Fullerton, Nebraska before moving to Fremont at the age of 13. Bill graduated from Fremont High School, Midland Lutheran College (now Midland University) with his bachelor's degree and the University of Nebraska Lincoln with his master's degree. He was married to Janet McGowan on May 25, 1968.
Bill spent his whole career teaching in the Arlington Public Schools, teaching from 1968 until he retired in 1999. After retirement Bill worked odd jobs and substitute taught for several years. He looked forward to his weekly 'board' meetings with his friends. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Fremont and drove the church bus for many years.
Survivors:
Daughter Jennifer Olson of Omaha and her sons Braden and Brock
Son Robert (Jessica) Kellogg of Omaha and their daughter Maya
Significant other Colette Garton of Fremont
Brother Robert (Mary) Kellogg of Aurora, CO.
Brother-in-law Phillip McGowan of Eldorado, IL.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife Janet in February of 2004 and parents.
The memorial service will be 3pm Saturday, February 9 at the First United Methodist Church in Fremont. Memorials are suggested to the Kellogg Scholarship Fund @ First Methodist Church.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(19)
Tom Micek
Marion, IA Monday, February 11, 2019 I had the great privilege to work with Bill from 1977-1983.He was a great teacher, and even more important a great human being and friend. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Jay D. Nitz
Cedar Bluffs, NE Saturday, February 9, 2019 To the family of Bill Kellogg,We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all of you for your loss. We got to know Bill through his tutelage and efforts in helping our son Justin. We all deeply appreciated Bill's help and his "sticktoitveness" in helping Justin and his wonderful way of getting the best out of him. Bill truly was a Teacher in the purest sense of the word, and loved what he did. All of us will be forever grateful to Bill for his help and his love of his profession. He was a saint on earth for the Nitz family and he will be dearly missed. May God Bless all of you and comfort you in this time of need.
Sincerely,
The Jack & Jay Nitz Families
Randy McDowell
Minneapolis, MN Saturday, February 9, 2019 Good man, great teacher! He made a difference in peoples lives.Bob Allan
Omaha, NE Thursday, February 7, 2019 Robb/Jen and families,I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you. I was blessed to get to spend a lot of time at the ol' Wilbur household, not having a dad myself, I always knew that Bill was what a father was supposed to be, we had a lot of great times and many laughs.
Bob Allan
Bev Greunke
, TX Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Sending Sympathy And All Of My Love To Rob & Jennifer & Their Families.....God's Peace Be With All Of You....(((((((HUGS))))))))) & <3 From Bev aka Mrs. GreunkeSusan Horst
Gretna, NE Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Mr. Kellogg was one of my all-time favorite teachers. He had a great sense of humor and was a wonderful leader and teacher. I can still hear him calling me SWOboda and can picture sitting in his classroom like it was yesterday. Prayers to his family & friends during this difficult time. Know that he was a role model to countless young people through the years and will be remembered fondly by many.Sue Sorensen
Petal, MS Wednesday, February 6, 2019 So sorry for your loss. I taught with Bill for 3 years in Arlington and got to visit with him and Janet in New Orleans one summer. Good memories.Jerry Donahue
Omaha, NE Wednesday, February 6, 2019 My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kellogg family. Got to know Bill while he subbed at Fremont High and coaching his son Rob. Great Guy!Coach Donahue
Gordon Kruse
Bentonville, AR Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Our deepest condolences to the Kellogg family on your loss. I knew Bill growing up. His brother Robert and I were best friends and interacted at times with Bill as well. My the Almighty Comforter surround you with His Arms and give you peace in knowing that Bill is now in His presence. Our prayers will go up for you all. Love, Gordon & Susan KruseCurtis Jones
Shawnee, KS Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Our condolences for your loss. Rob and Jenn, you are both in our prayers.Dr. Lloyd Kilmer
Leclaire, IA Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Bill was a tremendous colleague and great friend to the kids at Arlington. He was the best at teaching history and coaching his athletes. As his Principal, I always lined up new faculty with him as a mentor to bring them into the profession; I knew that they would be in good hands. Prayers to the family and all of his many friends.Michelle Reed
Arlington, NE Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Great memories of a great teacher, I can still hear his standard line "Students today we are going to grow, progress and become enlightened" . . . followed by a smile and a chuckle. I worked at Aksarben the last semester of my senior year so we always had plenty to talk about! May you all find comfort in your own memories of this very memorable man.Debbie Wherley Carlson
Elkhorn, NE Tuesday, February 5, 2019 i was fortunate to have Bill as a teacher in the 70s. His fun, and great personality was an asset to AHS. Rest In Peace!Jon Misfeldt
Columbus, NE Tuesday, February 5, 2019 As a golfer he taught me patience and composure - both of which were often absent in my game and life. Will always be thankful for the lessons. Best wishes to family and friends.Merrit Gilmore
Arlington, NE Tuesday, February 5, 2019 RIP Mr. Kellogg, you were a wonderful person and teacher. You taught me so much.Angie (Hilgenkamp) March
Olathe, KS Tuesday, February 5, 2019 My thoughts and prayers are with you as your mourn the loss of your father, brother, and friend. Mr. Kellogg taught my sister and I near the end of his teaching career and my dad at the beginning of his career. He made learning easy and fun! He was definitely an influential person in our education path, I can only imagine how much he meant to all of you. May your memories help you through this week, and the weeks to come.Howard Howland
Bellevue, NE Monday, February 4, 2019 RIP. He was a great teacher. He made learning interesting.Patrick Thompson
Kennard, NE Monday, February 4, 2019 Great teacher great guy. Role model. RIP MR. KELLOGGShawn Fuhrer
Frisco, TX Monday, February 4, 2019 RIP Mr Kellogg, you are a fine man and such an influence on so many people.In Gods Grace, your admirer,
Shawn.