William "Bill" Werner

William “Bill” Werner, 76, of Humphrey, Neb., died Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, at the Columbus Community Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial was on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church in Humphrey and Father Eric Olsen celebrated the Mass. Visitation was on Monday from 4-7 p.m. and a 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service at the church was held. Visitation continued on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until service time, also at the church. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Bill was born on June 19, 1943, in Humphrey to Martin and Mildred (Bender) Werner. He graduated from St. Francis High School, and on June 29, 1963, married Karen Schnitzler at St. Francis Catholic Church. Bill started a hardware store and appliance business in Humphrey and later expanded to Madison and Norfolk. He served as a twoterm Mayor, dedicating his time to Humphrey's needs, and was instrumental in ensuring that a new housing development came into fruition. Bill aided many people in their recovery efforts of alcohol abuse. He also served several years on the Humphrey Fire and Rescue squad.

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