Gary L. Funke Obituary

The memory of Gary L. Funke in Lincoln, Nebraska, who passed away on April 22, 2026 at the age of 84, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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, Louis Funke and Nettie Funke (Godden); his son-in-law Cass Reynolds; and his siblings, Loren Funke and Glenda Tegethoff.

He is survived by: his wife Mary K.; his son Michael Deger; his daughter-in-law Kitra Deger; his daughter Staci Schmidt; his son-in-law Jamie Schmidt; his grandchildren, Merrick Deger, Kreyton Deger (Stacie), Cormik Reynolds, Korenn Deger, Camryn Reynolds, Makayla Schmidt, Shayne Schmidt and Hanna Schmidt; his great grandchild Adilade Deger; and his siblings, Phyllis Sweetland, Robert Funke and Debra Wohlers.

Memorial Contributions can be given to St. Jude's or the Helping Hands Humane Society.