Kenneth Hubl

Kenneth John Hubl, "Charmin" Chuck," 69, Lawrence, Nebraska, died Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings. He left his Nuckolls County farm for greener pastures in heaven.

Rosary was at 9:30 a.m., Monday, June 19, and Mass followed at 10 a.m., both at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska, with Father Jamie Hottovy officiating. Burial was in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence. There was no viewing or visitation as his wishes were to be cremated.

Memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence Community Club or the Lawrence Fire Department.

Condolences may be sent to http://www.mertenbutlermortuary.com. Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, was in charge of arrangements.

Ken was born on May 12, 1954, to John and Eileen (Menke) Hubl in Hastings, Nebraska. He attended Sacred Heart Elementary School, Lawrence Public High School and Central Community College. He owned and operated his own grain and livestock farm. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and attending his nieces' and nephews' activities. His strong determination to get back to the farm amazed his rehabilitation teams throughout multiple medical crises. He had a strong desire to drive the combine. His motivation to be able to get into the combine for harvest motivated him to work hard. He will be remembered by many for his ornery smile, honest opinion and smoked salmon and smoked turkeys. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence.

His youthful antics plowed a wide path for his siblings to follow. His siblings who swear they didn't use this path, include: Gene (Eileen) Hubl, Darrell Hubl, Nancy (Don) Lemke and Judy (Burt) Schroer. His Father John Hubl. His nieces and nephews include: Katie (Jeff) Loshonkohl, Jeff (Jennifer) Hubl, Ryan (Jaycee) Schroer, Emily (Brent) Roberts, Rachel (Gregg) Schlueter, Michael (Amy) Schroer, Daniel Schroer and Kevin Schroer. He also is survived by 16 great-nieces and nephews who all received multiple fruit snacks and rides on the spring horses at his house.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eileen Hubl; and niece, Jena Schroer.

The family hosted a "Celebration of Life' from 1 to 5 p.m., on Sunday, June 18, at the Lawrence Legion.

His funeral was held Monday, June 19, at the St. Stephen parish church south of Lawrence. A rosary preceded the Mass of the Resurrection offered by the Rev. Father Jamie Hottovy. Assisting in the service were Tom Janda as acolyte and Barb Janda as lector. Song leader was Peg Faimon and organist was Susan Janda.

Gift bearers for their great-uncle were: Nora Schlueter, Otto Schlueter, Theo Schlueter, Averie Loshonkohl, Brynn Loshonkohl, Cale Loshonkohl, Dawson Hubl, Kallie Hubl, Madilyn Hubl, Ara Roberts, Blaine Schroer, Nash Schroer, Myles Schroer, Blayke Schroer, Oakley Schroer and Remi Schroer.

Inurnment was in the Sacred Heart Catholic parish cemetery, east of Lawrence.