Dorothy was born on January 22, 1920, to Herman and Ella Christ. She grew up with her siblings, Louella Larsen, Harold Christ, Ervin Christ, and Glenn Christ, all of whom preceded her in death, and she cherished her upbringing on the farm.
On June 6, 1939, Dorothy married Alvin Wilkening, and they shared many years together until his death on May 16, 1976. On September 6, 1980, she married Henry Wilkening, and they were married until his death on March 26, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Alvin and Henry, and by other dear family members who went before her.
Dorothy's greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her children, Eloise and the late Marlin Greunke, Donna and Bob Toebben, and Kay Wittmann; her stepson and his wife, Henry and Luanna Wilkening Jr.; and her many grandchildren: Dan and Karen Toebben, Tom and Stephanie Toebben, Dale and Joni Greunke, Jeff Greunke and Mandie, Kari and Jeff Lata, Kristin and Danny Wimsatt, Kevin and Renae Wilkening, Kristin and Mike Walker, and Shannon and Glenn Jedlicka. She also leaves behind numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, along with extended family who loved her dearly.
Dorothy was known for her skillful hands and caring heart. She loved to bake and sew, and she especially enjoyed quilting and making jelly to share with family and friends. Her home was a warm and welcoming place, filled with handmade quilts, the smell of something baking, and the sense that you were always welcome at her table.
A funeral service will be held at Salem Lutheran Church, Fontenelle, Nebraska, on Saturday, February 14, at 11 a.m. There will be public visitation at Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont, Nebraska, on Friday, February 13, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Salem Lutheran Church, Fontenelle, Nebraska or the donor's choice.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(4)
Edna m. Rowe
Lincoln, NE Thursday, February 12, 2026 We had a beautiful conversation at a family gathering in WahooNeb.. she will be greatly missed by all.Rev. Dennis Maaske
Omaha, NE Thursday, February 12, 2026 Dear Eloise, Donna, Kay and your families: "Those who love me , I will deliver; . . . .With long life I will satisfy them, and show them my salvation". What a blessing you have enjoyed for so song. And now rest at the last. Your mom was such a gracious person and a blessing to many. Kathy and I always looked forward to news about her as she aged so well. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you now and always with the love that endures.Michelle M Thurman
North bend, NE Thursday, February 12, 2026 Very sweet loving lady always smiling and had to stop and stay hi loved talking and visiting with her she will be missed by everyone she was so sweetDoni (Klug) Brainard
Omaha, NE Thursday, February 12, 2026 Donna and Eloise: sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved Mother. She was able to be a part of your lives for a long time, and I'm sure you are grateful for that. God bless you and your families!