Vernon Herman Kimminau, the son of George and Hilda (Brockman) Kimminau, was born Dec.25, 1932, near Mt. Clare, Neb. He died Feb. 7, 2021, at the Parkview Haven Nursing Home at Deshler, at the age of 88 years, 1 months, 13 days.

Vern attended the St. Stephens Catholic School and was a member of the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Superior since 1967. In 1957, he was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Drudik at Lawrence, Neb. To this union six children were born. Vern enlisted in the United States Army. He and Pat moved to Colorado for about a year and then returned to the Lawrence area where he farmed until moving to Superior in 1967. Together they owned and operated Pat and Vern's Bar and Tavern – birthplace of the infamous "Sauerkraut Pizza." Vern worked for the US Postal Service where he delivered mail on a rural route.

Vern was dedicated to these passions which include: family; fun with friends within the community; visiting with everyone; anything to do with sports; hunting; fishing; and Polka music. We most often referred to Vern as "ornery," which truly described how he led his life, with humor and fun. His outgoing personality and friendly wave will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Kimminau; children: Marilyn Kimminau of Apache Junction, Ariz., Larry Kimminau of North Platte, Bonnie (Bruce) Mathison of Phoenix, Ariz., Brittany Barbara (Steve) Franklin of Phoenix, Ariz., Father Bernard Kimminau of Curtis, Neb., and Tom (Linda) Kimminau of Omaha; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; his brother, Arnold Kimminau of Lawrence, Neb .; and sister Eileen Kolbet of Hastings; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, from the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Superior, with Father Bernard Kimminau and Father Ferdinand Beohme officiating. Lector was Deacon Duane Karmazin.

Music was "On Eagles Wings," Ave Maria," "At The First Eucharist," "One Bread, One Body" and "Amazing Grace" with Arnold Miller as soloist and Teresa Christensen as accompanist.

Visitation was held Monday at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Superior from 4 – 7 p.m, followed by a Rosary service at 7 p.m.

Pallbearers were Larry Kimminau, Tom Kimminau, Matt Kimminau, Bruce Mathison and Steve Franklin. Honorary pallbearers were Dale Kimminau, Matt Kolbet, Mike Kolbet, Tony Kolbet, Jim Kolbet, Joe Kimminau and Stephen Kimminau.

Interment with military honors was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior.

Memorials can be directed in care of the family and sent to Price Funeral Home, P.O. Box 282, Superior, Neb. 68978.

Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N Commercial, Superior, Neb. 68978 or in care of http://www.pricefuneral homes.com.

Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.