Melvin J. Kiene Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Melvin J. Kiene of Columbus, Nebraska, who passed away on December 30, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melvin J. Kiene to pay them a last tribute.
Though Melvin has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin O. Kiene and Pauline Kiene (Huetson); and his brother Terry Kiene. He is survived by: his children, Christine Gaedeke (Chad) of Columbus, NE and Bryan Kiene (Megan) of Columbus, NE; and his grandchildren, Carly Gaedeke, Cade Gaedeke, Evan Kiene, Graham Kiene Brothers, Kenny Kiene of Kihei, HI and Gary Kiene. He is also survived by Many Nieces and Nephews.
