Died Saturday, February 18th, 2017
Wilmer was born June 26th, 1931 in Orchard, NE to Charles Young and Flora Bennett Young. He grew up in Orchard and graduated from Orchard High School in 1949. He attended both Wayne State College and Midland Lutheran College. He married Marilyn Schierloh in Norfolk, NE on June 17, 1962.
Wilmer was a member of the Nebraska National Guard during the Korean War. He worked for the State of Nebraska as a License Examiner, a Game Warden and as a Park Superintendent at Louis and Clark State Recreation Area transferring to Fremont State Recreation Area in 1968. He retired on December 31, 1993. Upon his retirement, he was awarded an Admiralship in the Great Navy of the State of Nebraska. He continued with part-time employment at Taylor & Martin in Fremont.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served as an Elder. He was also a member of the Fremont Golf Club and the Cosmopolitan Club. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was a great card player.
Survivors Include:
Wife: Marilyn of Fremont.
Daughters: Kim (Kent) Zimmerer of Columbus and Pam (Duane) Deines of Fremont. Grandchildren: Brandon Chrislip, Dylan (Kari) Chrislip, Tiffany Deines and fiancé Nate Hegdahl, Alisa and Amanda Bills.
Step Grandchildren: Cheyanne (Cyle) Erks, Lindsay and Nina Zimmerer
Great Granddaughter - "cute little $%&* according to Great Grandpa": Rylie Chrislip.
Nieces and Nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Charles "Ben" and Elmore Young and Sisters Charlene Miller and Margaret "Peggy" Lucille Kopp.
The funeral will be 10:30am Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fremont. Burial will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 2pm to 8pm with family present from 6pm to 8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church and School.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(13)
Gene Kulhanek
Howells, NE Saturday, February 25, 2017 MarilynSorry to hear about the death of Wilmer. Our sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Stacey Groene
Fremont, NE Thursday, February 23, 2017 Marilyn & Family - My thoughts & prayers are with you during this time. I worked with Wilmer at Taylor & Martin and always enjoyed our morning conversations. Even though Wilmer was "busy" & always "working", he somehow managed to have time to stop by my cubicle & chat. :) I will truly miss his stories, smile & witty charm. Rest in peace, Wilmer.Fr. William Rogalla
, LA Thursday, February 23, 2017 Wilmer was a kind soul, one who gives hope in this world. I am sure you don't remember me as I worked at the park for a few years. I sent you the roses after your sister died. Anyway, I am a Catholic priest now and I will be offering a month of Masses for the repose of this wonderful man's soul, and for your comfort in this time of burying half of your heart. God bless.Pat Knight (Charlene's daughter)
Quincy, IN Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Our deepest condolences to Uncle Wilmer's family. He always made me laugh and always had a smile. I have thought of him quite often. All of you are in our prayers!Cindy Ewing
San Diego, CA Tuesday, February 21, 2017 I only met Wilmer on Thanksgiving Day, 2016 after my Granddaughter Rylie Chrislip was born. My daughter is Kari Chrislip. I could tell he was a very special man with only visiting him for a few days. I know he will be missed by his family and friends. May God give you all peace and love in this time of mourning. My prayers are with you.Gene & Delores Wiemers
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Our deepest condolences for the loss of Wilmer. We didn't know him well but he always seemed to enjoy our talks when I came over to visit. He liked to hear about the travels we did for our job. He will be missed.Bill Davis
Youngstown, OH Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Wilmer was a good man. It's my pleasure to have known him.Betkies
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Marilyn, Kim, Pam and family,Our very deepest condolences on your loss. Wilmer was such a beloved man and the best boss I've ever worked under. His mutual respect of his employees was so genuine. His humor and laughter was quite contagious! May your memories carry you through this difficult time. RIP "Wilma" and thanks for the memories! Bob and Linda
LuNette Corbett
Fremont, NE Tuesday, February 21, 2017 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Harlan Spangler & Jan
GREEN VALLEY, AZ Monday, February 20, 2017 Marilyn & family,You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry we cannot be with you at this time.
Love, Harlan & Jan
Nancy & Bob Vondrasek
Omaha, NE Monday, February 20, 2017 We're thinking of your family during this difficult time. We remember Wilmer fondly.Beth Sunderman
Elkhorn, NE Monday, February 20, 2017 Marilyn and family,My most heart felt sympathies to you on the passing of Wilmer. I enjoyed getting to know Wilmer during the time I was coming to your home to do his PT. He was always happy and always had a joke or 2 for me--I always left feeling happy. May you all be comforted by your happy memories at this difficult time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks to come.
Jon chrislip
Hudson, FL Monday, February 20, 2017 Wilmer is a man I always respected and had great admiration for how he lived his life. His priority was always his family and to treat others with the same respect that he himself deserved. We played many rounds of golf back in the day and I always enjoyed that time. He was a wonderful person and father in law during that time. I know he will be missed by all that knew him and especially by the family that loved him. Rest in peace wilmer.