Obituary

Bessie L. Hauser

January 4, 1937 - February 6, 2026

Bessie L. Hauser, 89, of Lincoln, passed away on February 6, 2026. She was born on January 4, 1937 in Springfield, NE to George and Lavonne (Hanie) Addleman. Her favorite hobbies included cooking and gardening. Throughout her life, Bessie was a very strong and caring women, especially when it came to her family.

Family members include, children; Joyce Hauser, Gorden (Tracie) Hauser, Cheryl Hauser, and Dick Hauser; grandchildren, Kimberly, Daniel, Joshua, Brandy, Jessica, Hank, Desmond, Ashley, Summer, Tasha, Shamika, Stephanie, 35 great grandchildren, 25 great-great grandchildren, and 5 great-great-great grandchildren; siblings, Paul Addleman and Carl Hartman; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband Henry “Hank”, parents, George and Lavonne, son, Dennis; siblings, Donald, Joseph, George, Bernard, Dale “Bo” and Betty, half-daughter, Sharon Clark, and great grandson, Liam Hauser.

Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday February 12, 2026 at Metcalf Funeral Home, 245 N. 27th St. Lincoln, NE 68503, with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m.

Burial will take place at the Ball Cemetery in Springfield, NE following the service.

Memorials may be given to the family for future designation.

Condolences online at metcalffuneralservices.com

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Visitation

Roper & Sons Metcalf Chapel

245 N 27th St,
Lincoln, NE 68503

(402) 474-6161
February12

Funeral Service

Roper & Sons Metcalf Chapel

245 N 27th St,
Lincoln, NE 68503

(402) 474-6161

Share a Memory or Condolence

February 11, 2026

Bess was always nice to my dad when he lived in the trailer court. Any problem I had she was always willing to help me out. She will be missed.

– Paula Gilliam
February 9, 2026

My Sincerest Condolences. I’ve been in Contempo for 24 yrs. I enjoyed talking with Bess when I’d go into the office. We’d share stories about our family. We also laughed about ridiculous things that went on out here. Bess was the one who showed me the house I’m living in now. She said, this one is perfect for you and the girls. She watched my kiddos grow up and always remembered their names. I am truly going to miss her smile, spunky spirit and most of all her friendship. Contempo will never be the same. 😢

– Misti Zimmerman

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