Died Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Oakland Heights Nursing Home in Oakland.
Janine Grace Ellerman was born April 20, 1930 in rural Scribner to Walter and Elnora 'Westphalen' Ellerman. She grew up in Snyder, West Point and Scribner and graduated from Scribner High School in 1949. She was a Majorette and Baton Twirler in high school and was the 1948 runner up for Miss Nebraska. She won the talent portion of the contest by twirling her batons while they were on fire. She married Ralph E. Wagner on May 29, 1949 at United Lutheran Church in Scribner and they were happily married for 74 years.
Janine was a member of United Lutheran Church in Scribner since her marriage. She was a homemaker and also worked part time as an aide at Scribner Elementary School for many years. She loved quilting, canning, playing cards and golfing. She had many wonderful times golfing in leagues and with Ralph. She was quite an accomplished golfer winning many tournaments, trophies and awards. She really enjoyed traveling, especially their trips to California every winter.
Survivors:
Husband - Ralph of Scribner
Sister - Donna Rae Kruger of Topeka, KS.
Son - Douglas (Chris) Wagner of Columbus
grandchildren - Lori (Andy) Ziemba, Jeff Wagner, Steve (Lindsy) Wagner
Son - Bruce (Betty deceased) Wagner of Kansas City, MO.
grandchildren - Allison(Jamie) Raven and David Wagner
Daughter - Jacque(Dave) Carlson of Red Oak, IA.
grandchildren - Mark (Jackie) Carlson, Pam (Luke) Riedmann, Matt (Kerrin) Carlson, Paige Carlson
18 great grandchildren, 6 step great grandchildren, 11 step great, great grandchildren
and many beloved nieces and nephews
Janine was preceded in death by parents, Walter and Elnora Ellerman, parents-in-law Harold and Dora Wagner, son Daryl Wagner, daughter-in-law Betty Wagner, sister and brother-in-law Joan (Don) Berg, brothers Vern and Warren Ellerman, brother and sister-in-law Don (Pat) Wagner.
The funeral will be 10am, Saturday, February 10, 2024 at United Lutheran Church in Scribner, burial will follow in the Scribner Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the church or Scribner Rescue. Visitation will be Friday at Ludvigsen's Scribner Funeral Chapel from 3pm to 7pm with the family present from 5pm to 7pm.
online guestbook at www.hooper-scribner.com
Condolences(7)
Carli Nation
El Cajon, CA Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Ralph.I was so sorry to hear of Janine’s passing. You both were such an inspiration for what a marriage should be. Love,respect and your sense of humor.
I always look forward to your visits and our dinners,and laughter.
Colleen and Jim Lennon
El Cajon, CA Thursday, February 8, 2024 We were so saddened to hear of Janine's passing, and send our heartfelt sympathy to Ralph and all of her family.With warm memories we share in your sorrow, for she was a kindhearted soul and dear friend we were lucky to know through their golf trips and visits to California for many years.
May our thoughts and prayers bring you comfort and your many loving memories bring you peace.
Fondly,
Colleen and Jim Lennon
Lynn Moeller
Pierce, NE Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Your Mother was a wonderful person. She was like a second Mom to me. She praised me, scolded me, and hugged me a bunch through the years. She was and always will be a very special person to me and many others. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Give your Dad a hug for us.Lynn and Patty Moeller
Colleen and Jim Lennon
El Cajon, CA Tuesday, February 6, 2024 We were so saddened to hear of Janine's passing, and send our heartfelt sympathy to Ralph and all of her family.With warm memories we share in your sorrow, for she was a kindhearted soul and dear friend we were lucky to know through their golf trips and visits to California for many years.
May our thoughts and prayers bring you comfort and your many loving memories bring you peace.
Fondly,
Colleen and Jim Lennon
June G Westphal
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Ralph, Donna, Doug and family, I was so sorry to hear about Janine when Brent let me know. She was always so lovely to Steve and I and the girls really thought she was the best.Gary & Janene Uher
Scribner, NE Tuesday, February 6, 2024 When it comes to beautiful couples, there are no comparisons. Janine and Ralph are a match made in heaven! You would rarely see one of them without the other. Their affection for each other was like no other. They complimented each other so very well. Janine was genuine, right to the core. Her kindness resonated everywhere she was, lighting up dark spaces with her elegance and grace. Janine was a beautiful soul and our lives, and those of many, have been touched by her.Warmest sympathy to Ralph and families. You've been blessed with one of the best!
May you find peace in the days ahead.
Brenda Yarger
West Point, NE Monday, February 5, 2024 Our deepest condolences for the loss of Janine. We will always have found memories of her and her Husband Ralph. What a wonderful love they shared. May your memories warm your hearts and help ease the pain and loss.