To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

With Love, your Sisters Geri Anne & Lisa
Wednesday, September 18, 2024

So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May he rest in peace.
My Mother Betty and Delores were best friends many moons ago.
Dick was one of the nicest kids you would ever want to meet.
Wish I could have kept in contact with him.
Actually I was just thinking about him a week ago.
Sending prayers to the his family.
Sunday, September 8, 2024

Dick was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Such a good man to talk with, a lot of great stories that I will cherish. I will always value the time I spent with him.
Saturday, September 7, 2024

Dick Rubek…. My 2nd Dad
My thoughts and prayers with all family and friends and everyone who had the honor of knowing you. I want to say Thank you for the relationship we had, even though I’m not your biological son you always treated me like I was. The smile and gleam in your eyes everytime we’d see each other when I came to Omaha was proof that you loved me!! The conversations about Husker football and hanging out at spring games were some highlights as well as family gatherings at holidays. Even in my times of struggle you’d always give me positive feedback and advice. You always put everyone else first with no complaints about your personal well being. Your love for family and lengths you’d go to to help them is unmeasurable. Love you Dad
Friday, September 6, 2024

Dick Rubek, My Dad My Best Friend!

During one of our last conversations you told me "I'm sorry son, for letting you down". This caught me off guard but I knew what you meant. This cancer battle was taking its toll on you and like you said " You were ready to "Go Home". Dad like I told you then, you have never let me down. You are the strongest person I ever met and the toughest SOB in the world. The fight that you put up and enduring the last 42 years of pain and suffering after your accident has been nothing but inspirational, You never complained about anything and rolled with the punches and there were many. You Are My Hero Dad! You have always been the one constant in my life. I have never had to want for anything, if I needed it you would make sure I had it. I am very proud of the bond we have. As I became an adult and the need to raise me was gone, we became inseparable whether we were buying cars or watching Husker football we were always together, I already miss, our phone calls, where you would ask me about my day and find out about what crazy stuff happened at work. You were always so proud of me and my professional accomplishments, many of which you made sound better than they were. I never corrected you though because your pride for me felt so good. With you on my side, the sky was the limit, and I will be forever grateful for that. Enough about me, you were also very close to and proud of your daughter DeeMae and how my sister handles business. She truly has taken on your "no nonsense" approach to life in general. This is something that I have seen in-person during these last few days during funeral arrangements. She is getting it done, the way you and her only can. As strong as you are, I know you would agree that your wife Liz is our families rock. Mom has been the glue that kept all of us wild and crazy ones together and always made sure we appreciated the basics of life. She is now going to get a well-deserved break from all of her caregiving responsibilities. Knowing this brought you great peace at the end. You loved her so much it especially showed during the last two weeks of your life, the numerous instructions you gave us and the final tasks that you completed to make sure she had what she needed. Life was not easy but you two showed us over the past 47 years of marriage that love could conquer all. Dad you are already missed by many and our hearts are broken but we are at peace with your passing. You are in Heaven now Walking! Man, it had to be quite the scene when you walked through those Pearly Gates to see the faces of all your family and friends, with someone saying "Look who just walked in!" Dad, I'm gonna end this with something you told me a few weeks ago, when we found out that you were dying you said, "Son when I'm up there, you know who I'm going to be looking down on". Thank you for always being there for me/us in life and now in death. Please be looking out for Husker high-fives that I will be sending up to you on Saturday.

Rest in Peace Dad, I love you so much! Your Son, Tony Rubek
Friday, September 6, 2024