John Edwin Wharton Obituary
John Edwin Wharton of Superior, Nebraska passed away on November 1, 2026. John Edwin, born on December 17, 1947, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
John Edwin will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew John Edwin will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. John Edwin’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Edwin and Neva (Fullerton) Wharton; siblings: Marie Mikkelsen, Max (Linda) Wharton, and Monte (Dan) Imler; brother-in-law: Gale Mikkelsen; children: John Jr. (Jeani) Wharton and Heather (Donnie Hegemann) Wharton; daughter-in-law: Nicki Martinez; grandchildren: Sydney (Brandon Blackburn) Wharton, Aaren (Dakota) Meyer, Baylee (Broden Zeckser) Wharton, Tyler Hartgrave, Kyler Hegemann, Michael Wharton, and Kade Hegemann; great grandchildren: Bentley and Lily Meyer; special friend: Angel Elledge; other: Don Marshall; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 6th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Megrue-Price Funeral Home (750 N Commercial Ave, Superior, NE 68978). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Evergreen Cemetery.
Memorials to: Grace Cancer Foundation, 2319 N. Webb Road, Grand Island, NE 68803.
