Elmer Novacek

Elmer A. Novacek, 79, of Schuyler passed away Friday, Sept. 16, 2011 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Elmer was born on a farm in Butler County on January 11, 1932 to Adolph A. and Emma (Hamsa) Novacek. He attended Butler County District # 1 and Schuyler High School. On Nov. 20, 1954 Elmer married Catherine Jedlicka at St. Marys Catholic Church at Wilson (rural Schuyler). He loved the farm, especially livestock and newborn calves in the spring and was active until his health failed, Elmer moved to Schuyler in 1992. They loved to travel and dance to polka and big band music. Elmer is survived by his wife Catherine, of Schuyler, daughters: Janice Novacek of Lincoln, Sharon (Karl) Kovar of David City, sons: Dennis (Renee) Novacek of David City, Larry (Elaine) Novacek of Linwood, sister: Arlene (Ben) Fricke of David City, brothers: Adolph J. (Joan) Novacek of Schuyler, Marland (Phyllis) Novacek of Linwood, and seven grandchildren: Mitchell, Kyle, Danyelle and Kathryn Novacek, Katrina, Evan and Whitney Kovar. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorials are suggested to Donor's Choice or Family's Wishes. To leave a message for the family - at the top of this page click "Send Condolences" / fill in YOUR name and e-mail address / type in your message / click PRIVATE (type in code) or PUBLIC / click "Add Memorial entry".