Denis W. Kaeding

Tekamah — Denis William Kaeding, 87, of Tekamah, formerly of O'Neill, died Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Accura Healthcare in Tekamah.

A celebration of life was held Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the home of Chuck and Linda Rogers in Tekamah.

Memorials may be made to the family for future designation.

Denis, son of William and Frances (Ramsey) Kaeding of Bradshaw, was born on May 25, 1938. He died June 24, 2025.

Denis grew up with his sisters Sally, Judy and Beth on a York County farm. Denis graduated from Bradshaw High School in 1956, Nebraska Wesleyan University in 1961 and the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, in 1969. 

Denis and Marlene Langley were married in Tekamah on Nov.  21, 1965. Both were teaching in York Public Schools.

Denis had a long career in Nebraska education, serving public schools in Palmer, York, Benedict and O'Neill as a teacher, coach and administrator. He encourages all students to develop and use their talents in academics, arts and athletics. Denis was a great supporter of small-town public schools and proudly celebrated the successes of all Nebraska students. 

After retiring and moving to Tekamah, Denis enjoyed many community activities, golfing, gardening and cheering on the Husker teams.

Denis is survived by his wife Marlene; their two sons David (Dawn) of Elkhorn and Ryan (Melanie) of Blair; six grandchildren Tanner, Emma (Stanley), Sam (Makenzie), Connor (Krista), Mason and Isabelle; two great-grandchildren Vincent and Cecilia; three sisters Sally Jones and Beth (Bruce) Briney, all of Lincoln, and Judy (Cody) Brumbaugh of Hampton; his Langley family; and many nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister and his brother-in-law Charles Jones.