The Superior Express -

Adrian George "Buster" Menke, 92, of Lawrence, died Friday, at home. Rosary was Tuesday, and Mass was Wednesday, both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Father Corey Harrison officiating. Burial with military rites by Kent Kailey Post 45, and Army National Guard Honor's Team was at St. Stephen's Catholic Cemetery. Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, was in charge of arrangements.

Adrian was born May 31, 1929, in Lawrence to Herman and Agnes (Schroer) Menke. He grew up on a farm south of Lawrence, receiving his education in a rural school. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

He was united in marriage to Maureen E. Faimon on Jan. 21, 1958, in Lawrence. This union was blessed with nine children: Daniel, Joseph, Charles, Edward, Thomas, Timothy, Bernard, Carol and Mary. The couple lived on a farm near Lawrence. He was a farmer his entire life and was also employed by the co-op for 24 years. He was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus and DAV (Disabled American Veterans).

Survivors are his sons, Joe Menke of Grand Island; Charles Menke of Lawrence; Edward Menke of Friend; Thomas Menke of Chadron; Timothy Menke of Hastings; and Bernard Menke of Lawrence; two daughters, Mrs. Alan (Carol) Jurgensmier of Grand Island; Mrs. Chris (Mary) Koch of Hastings; 30 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; sisters, Thelma Koester of Lincoln, Neb.; and Lola Yetman of Hastings; and a host of extended relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Menke; two brothers, Vincent and Ralph in infancy; three sisters, Alice Svoboda, Eileen Hubl and MarJean in infancy.