He worked in construction and farmed prior to his military service. He served in the United States Army during the years of 1951 to 1953. For his service he had received the Commendation Ribbon with Medal Pendant, the Korean Service Medal with 2 bronze stars, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, the National Defense Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. Following his military service, he came to Fremont and worked for Hormel's, retiring in 1991 after 38 years.
LuVerne was a member of the Fremont Berean Bible Church.
On August 10, 1952, LuVerne was married to Betty Buche in Brunswick, Nebraska, while he was home on leave from the service.
Survivors: wife - Betty
daughter - LuAnn and husband Paul Dritley of Elkhorn, NE
2 sons - Thomas and wife Pam Sawyer of Hickman, NE
Jeffrey and wife Cindy Sawyer of Fremont
10 grandchildren
5 great grandsons
sister-in-law - Betty Sawyer of Neligh, NE
He was preceded in death by his parents, and 2 brothers, Ervin and Verdell.
The funeral service will be held in the Evangelical Free Church (2050 No. Lincoln St.) on Thursday (Aug. 27th) at 1:30 PM. The Rev. Steve Watson and the Rev. Eddie Masters will officiate. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family for the support of missionary efforts, and to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be on Wednesday from 2 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM., and at the church on Thursday for an hour before the service.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(3)
Dave Pimper
Fremont, NE Wednesday, August 26, 2009 LuVerne was one of the most caring and thoughtful gentleman you will ever meet. I use the word gentleman because that is exactly what LuVerne displayed in his daily life. He always gave Jesus Christ the glory which in today's hustle and bustle of life reflects the humble character of this man. I will miss the caring nature and subtle strength of LuVerne but I do know that he is with his Heavenly Father and that is right where LuVerne will fit in like a "ole shoe." In fact, it wouldn't surprise me if LuVerne could give some of the Saints in Heaven a couple of good Missions to support. And if I know LuVerne, I bet the funds are on the way to help them right now.Shauna Bilyeu
Vancouver, WA Tuesday, August 25, 2009 I am so fortunate to have had a kind and honest man such as Uncle LuVerne touch my life. I will always remember his smile. I know that there's a new angel watching over us. I love you Uncle LuVerne! xoxoPatsy and Ken Walter
Mukilteo, WA Tuesday, August 25, 2009 A warm, caring man who showed me what caring, committment, and love mean. We will miss him.