Faye J. (Essink) Vedder Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Faye J. (Essink) Vedder of Panama, Nebraska, whose life came to an end on February 26, 2026 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Faye J. (Essink) Vedder to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Henry Essink and Irene Essink (Vandewege); her husband Frank Holdsworth; her daughter Jodine; and her brothers-in-law, Richard Vanderbeek and Gary Jones.
She is survived by: her children, Debbie Young (Rick), Kevin Jones (Norma), Kurt Jones (Jill), Wendee Jones and Lin Jones; and her siblings, Irma Vanderbeek and Gordon Essink (Pam). She is also survived by 12 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, in laws, nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, March 6th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bennet Community Church (350 Monroe St, Bennet, NE 68317). A funeral service was held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 at the Bennet Cemetery (11900 S 158th St, Bennet, NE 68317).
Burial: Bennet cemetery, Memorials to the family for future designation.
