Vera Karel Obituary

We bid farewell to Vera Karel of Lincoln, Nebraska, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 2, 2025 at the age of 89. Vera touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Vera Karel to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Henry Balzer and Alice Balzer (Herling); her husband Ken; her siblings, Henry Balzer, Jr. (Gloria) and Alice Horak (Adrian); and her brothers-in-law, Lad Karel (Arlene) and Gary Ruzicka.

She is survived by: her children, Tom (Cindy) of Lincoln, NE and Kathy Fujan (Steve) of Tucson, AZ; her grandchildren, Jenna Fuller (Nathan) of Liberty, MO, Lisa Corcoran (Austin) of Lees Summit, MO, Barbara Karel of Lincoln, NE, Joshua Karel (Morgan) of Bennet, NE and Ryan Wichtendahl of Lincoln, NE; and her great grandchildren, David, Ava, Eden Fuller, Oona, Evelyn Corcoran, Madelyn and Daniel Karel. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel (4300 O St, Lincoln, NE 68510). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the CST Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church (8300 E Pointe Rd, Lincoln, NE 68506).

In lieu of flowers, memorials donations may be made to Tabitha Meals On Wheels or the family for future designation.