Obituary

Velora Mae Wilson

April 5, 1936 - April 19, 2026

Velora Mae Wilson, 90, of Lincoln passed away April 19, 2026. Born April 5, 1936, in Deshler, Nebraska to William and Ruth (Noel) Ernst.

Velora served as former Campfire Girls leader. She enjoyed ceramics, needlepoint, music, camping, and loved doing craft projects with her grandchildren.

Family members include her husband, Gene whom she would of celebrated 50 years of marriage on August 19, 2026; children Terri (Calvin) Kadavy, Bill (Trish) Peterson, Tony (Cindy) Peterson, Michelle (Mike) Konz, Glenn (Daniella) Wilson, and Jeremy (Sarah) Wilson; 16 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; brother Ronald Ernst; sister-in-law LaVonne (Dave) Fischer; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, and first husband Leonard Peterson.

Memorial service: 11:00 am Friday, April 24, 2026, Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 O Street. Inurnment in Omaha National Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials in lieu of flowers to the family for future designation.

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Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

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