Jerome H. Kalkwarf Obituary
We bid farewell to Jerome H. Kalkwarf of Crete, Nebraska, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 2, 2025 at the age of 82. Jerome touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Helen Kalkwarf and Edwin Kalkwarf; his wife Donna Kalkwarf (Reetz); his brothers, Gary Kalkwarf and Larry; and his siblings-in-law, Lenora Kalkwarf, Clarence Reetz, Lavern Reetz, Roger Reetz, Gerald Reetz, Dale, Dianne Kouba, Robert and Gloria Woodruff.
He is survived by: his sons, Ron and Greg; his daughter-in-law Kirsta Kalkwarf; his grandchildren, Bryce and Teagan; his brother Roger; his sister-in-law Susie Kalkwarf; his brother Rod; and his siblings-in-law, Donna Kalkwarf, Jean Kalkwarf, Janice Reetz, Shirley, Elmer Reetz, Jolene Reetz, Betty Reetz and Allan Reetz. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. John's Lutheran Church or the Crete Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue.
