Duane E. Shrader

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Duane Emerett Shrader of Lincoln passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.

Duane was born on May 18, 1932, to Wayne and Juanita (Vincent) Shrader in Polk County, Nebraska. He attended school in Lincoln Nebraska at Saratoga Elementary, Irving Junior High, and Lincoln High. After high school he enlisted in the U. S. Navy and served aboard a variety of ships including the USS Bon Homme Richard (CV/CVA-31) and USS Toledo (CA-133) heavy cruiser as Yeoman, attaining the rank of 2nd class chief petty officer.

Duane married Myrlen Ann Coppinger on December 17, 1955. The couple was blessed with five sons and took much pride and joy in their many family and business activities. In 1975 Duane, Myrlen, and their five sons started Shrader Refuse Service in Lincoln, Nebraska and grew it into a successful solid waste and recycling company. At the age of 12, Duane developed strong interest in raising show rabbits and was a life-long member of the American Rabbit Breeders Association serving as a Judge and Registrar.

Duane and his wife Myrlen were long-time active members of Indian Hills Community Church where they had a passion for Bible study and fellowship with the many friends and acquaintances developed over the years. He is survived by sons, David (Sherri) Shrader of West Melbourne, FL; son, Daniel (Jen) Shrader of Waverly, NE; son, Mike (Lanna) Shrader of Eagle, NE; son, Mark (Pam) Shrader of Bradenton, FL; son, Daren (Mary Hickman) Shrader of Placida, FL; 13 grandchildren, Briana, Dana, Katie, Jenni, Sam, Lucrecia, Molly, Guillermo, Julia, Bailey, Maggie, Chase, and Nathan; 10 great-grandchildren, McKinley, Ella, Sophia, James, Ava, Laikynn, Teagan, Austyn Blu, Liam, and Sutton; sisters, Diane (Kenneth) Yakel and Donna (Larry) Rigby.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Myrlen Ann; parents, Wayne and Juanita Shrader; parents-in-law, Thomas and Doris Coppinger.

Funeral services will be held May 2, 2026, 11:00 a.m. Indian Hills Community Church, 1000 South 84^th Street, Lincoln, NE with luncheon immediately following. Prior internment Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery Lincoln, NE

Memorials may be directed to Indian Hills Community Church.

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Services

May2

Funeral Service

11:00 am CST

Indian Hills Community Church

1000 South 84th Street, Lincoln, NE

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June 6, 2026

I miss the garbage routes, New Zealand Whites, Rex, Crash, Mr. and Mrs. Shrader, the brothers, and the commentaries. I can still see the inside of the house on 51st? street. Now, despite only coming through Lincoln a couple of times over the decades, I should have stopped in to say thanks for helping in the upbringing… Fair winds and following seas..

– Les Mutchie

May 2, 2026

I really enjoyed my time with Duane. He really meant a lot to me and I’ll never forget him. He gave me a ton of really good life advice and I woke up every morning excited to go over to his house and help him.

– Chris Bliss

May 1, 2026

I enjoyed working with Duane at his home assisting him in his daily life working for Home Instead. I will never forget all the wonderful stories Duane told me and advice about life. He truly was a treasure! I will deeply miss him so much!

– Lindy Onishi

May 1, 2026

I will remember your sweet smile and joyful and grateful spirit to the end! How you continued to share the word and make sure others had the love of Jesus in their hearts up to your last days. No doubt you are missed by so many but happy to hear you made it to your forever home and can be reunited with Myrlen once again! I can only imagine how special that was! ❤️

– Chelsey Genrich

April 30, 2026

Mr. Duane Shrader and I were introduced through my helping him out at his home working for Home Instesd! He was always such a delight. I loved his polite way of saying thank you dear lady. He and I prayed together often along with a few tears. Holiday’s were the best as he reminisce about his wife and sons. He and I were both Lincoln High Links so great stories. Slumber Peacefully Dear Friend Oh How I’m Going To Miss You

– Cyndi Jones

April 29, 2026

The best memory that I will always have of Duane is on the way to his rabbit farm in his old beat up gray Chevy pickup one day he witnessed to me my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I believe I was around 14 at the time He’s a very special man and will forever be in my heart.