Robert Degener June 10, 1925 to June 19, 2015

Robert Dale Degener, the son of Corrine K. (Killough) and John F. Degener, was born June 10, 1935 near Cowles, Nebraska in Webster County. He departed this life on Friday, June 19, 2015 at his home in Red Cloud, Nebraska at the age of 80 years and 9 days.
Bob grew up on the farm in the Cowles area where he was baptized at Emmaual Lutheran Church on June 30, 1935 and confirmed on June 25, 1950. He received his formal education at the Cowles Consolidated School, graduating with the class of 1952.
Following his graduation Bob farmed in the Cowles area from 1952-1953. He then went to work as a baker with Debus Baking Company in Hastings.
On June 2, 1955, Bob enlisted in the United States Army and served his country during the Korean Conflict until his discharge on April 11, 1957. He then attended Railroad Telegraph School in Hastings for a year, graduating in 1958. Bob then embarked on his career with the Burlington Northern Railroad, retiring in 1974.
Bob was married to Madge Joy White on January 4, 1958 and this marriage ended in divorce in 1965. On April 11, 1970, Bob was united in marriage with Sharon Kay Lukas at Bethany Lutheran Church in Axtell. Sharon preceded Bob in death.
On June 16, 1989, Bob married Edith Louise.
Bob was very fortunate to have traveled extensively in his life in both business and pleasure. His love for his children and grandchildren was immeasurable. His loved the land, farming, growing things and visiting with his countless friends and people in general. His greatest love and enthusiasm in life was for the Lord. He will be fondly remembered for his lifetime motto of ..... "Whatever works!"
Bob was a member of the VFW and the Cowles American Legion Post.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sharon; and his son, David.
Left to treasure his memory are his children, Frank Degener, Clorrisa Najor, Christina Haywood and Leza Mackin; a brother John Degener and sister Jolene Degener; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services are pending.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Emanuel Lutheran Cemetery fund
Williams Funeral Home
241 West 4th Avenue
Red Cloud, Nebraska  68970