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Raymond and Jean Satree
Celebrating the Lives of Raymond and Jean Satree
With heavy hearts and immense gratitude, we honor the lives of Raymond LeRoy Satree and Jean Carol (Lane) Satree, whose unwavering dedication to farm life, family, and community created a legacy as enduring as the Nebraska soil they loved.
Raymond, born on February 5, 1930, in Newman Grove, Nebraska, to Ingrid and Erling Satree, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, just shy of his 95th birthday. Jean, born on April 17, 1935, to Virgil and Lorene Lane in Oakland, Nebraska, preceded him in death on March 26,2023, at the age of 88. United in marriage for over 70 years, Ray and Jean were partners in everysense-hardworking, devoted, and bound by a shared love of laughter, family, and the occasional swing across a dance floor.
Ray was a standout basketball player for Uehling High School, where he graduated in 1947,while Jean graduated from Oakland High School in 1951. Their love story began at the Logan dance hall, where Jean caught Ray's eye with her polished elegance and radiant smile. From small-town gatherings to the lively dance floors of Omaha's iconic Peony Park, their courtship unfolded to the rhythm of jukebox melodies and the charm of the Midwest. On June 15, 1952, they married at Swaburg Lutheran Church, where melting candles only added to the warmth of the day.
The Satrees set down roots on a rural Craig acreage in 1959, purchasing the farm they called home for decades. There, they raised their four children-Charmain, Doug, Michelle, and Steven-with the same strong values they lived by: dedication, modesty, and grit. Ray and Jean built a successful dairy farm, even as challenges like the iconic barn fire of 1974 tested their resolve. They pivoted to farrowing feeder pigs, crop farming and they poured their energy into their children's 4-H projects, making a name for their Argo Livestock Club. Everyone envied the Satree kids' success, but behind every ribbon was a humbleness and drive to always improve. While Ray may have found his way with the other Dad's at the golf course lounge at the end of a long Burt County Fair day, Jean's voice could be heard across the wash racks assuring every animal was cleaned to perfection.
Jean was a force of nature-her father's right-hand helper growing up and later, the steadfast boss of the Satree farm. With a broom in one hand and a pitchfork in the other, she ran a tight ship, ensuring that everyone contributed to the family's success. Her no-nonsense approach was balanced by a deep, quiet love for her family and an unshakable commitment to their well-being.
Ray, by contrast, brought a softer touch. Known for his humor warmth and generosity, he had an uncanny ability to make everyone feel at home. Whether offering a neighbor a helping hand or spinning a tale that left the room in stitches, Ray was the embodiment of kindness and joy. A Canadian Club highball and a hearty laugh were often his trademarks, making him a friend to all who knew him.
Over the years, Ray and Jean's impact extended beyond their farm. They dedicated more than 20 years to the Burt County Fair, district school board, and countless community initiatives, embodying the values of service and humility. Their love of dancing, which had been the spark of their romance, endured through the years-sometimes to the rhythm of hard work and other times to the tunes of their favorite swing band.
Ray and Jean are survived by their son, Doug (Jane) Satree; daughter Shelly Satree; son Steve Satree; granddaughters Amy (Justin) Cook and Katy (Sam) Rucker; great-grandsons Jackson and Lane Cook; and Jean's sister and brother-in-law, Chloe and John Johnson, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. They were preceded in death by their beloved daughter Charmain, Ray's sisters Marilyn Stenvers, Norma Cornell, and Inez Satree, and other cherished family members.
Ray and Jean's story is one of resilience, love, and a legacy firmly rooted in the values of modesty, hard work, and joy. As we bid them farewell, we celebrate a life well-lived and a love that continues to inspire. Their memory reminds us to cherish the moments of toil and laughter, the power of community, and the beauty of a life dedicated to both work and play.
Rest easy, Ray and Jean, together again-dancing under Nebraska's wide-open skies.
MEMORIAL SERVICES for both Raymond, and his late wife Jean, will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, 10:30 a.m., at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oakland, NE, MILITARY HONORS will held at the church following services.
VISITATION: Friday, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church.
BURIAL: At a later date
MEMORIALS: Donor's Choice
Celebrating the Lives of Raymond and Jean Satree
With heavy hearts and immense gratitude, we honor the lives of Raymond LeRoy Satree and Jean Carol (Lane) Satree, whose unwavering dedication to farm life, family, and community created a legacy as enduring as the Nebraska soil they loved.
Raymond, born on February 5, 1930, in Newman Grove, Nebraska, to Ingrid and Erling Satree, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, just shy of his 95th birthday. Jean, born on April 17, 1935, to Virgil and Lorene Lane in Oakland, Nebraska, preceded him in death on March 26,2023, at the age of 88. United in marriage for over 70 years, Ray and Jean were partners in everysense-hardworking, devoted, and bound by a shared love of laughter, family, and the occasional swing across a dance floor.
Ray was a standout basketball player for Uehling High School, where he graduated in 1947,while Jean graduated from Oakland High School in 1951. Their love story began at the Logan dance hall, where Jean caught Ray's eye with her polished elegance and radiant smile. From small-town gatherings to the lively dance floors of Omaha's iconic Peony Park, their courtship unfolded to the rhythm of jukebox melodies and the charm of the Midwest. On June 15, 1952, they married at Swaburg Lutheran Church, where melting candles only added to the warmth of the day.
The Satrees set down roots on a rural Craig acreage in 1959, purchasing the farm they called home for decades. There, they raised their four children-Charmain, Doug, Michelle, and Steven-with the same strong values they lived by: dedication, modesty, and grit. Ray and Jean built a successful dairy farm, even as challenges like the iconic barn fire of 1974 tested their resolve. They pivoted to farrowing feeder pigs, crop farming and they poured their energy into their children's 4-H projects, making a name for their Argo Livestock Club. Everyone envied the Satree kids' success, but behind every ribbon was a humbleness and drive to always improve. While Ray may have found his way with the other Dad's at the golf course lounge at the end of a long Burt County Fair day, Jean's voice could be heard across the wash racks assuring every animal was cleaned to perfection.
Jean was a force of nature-her father's right-hand helper growing up and later, the steadfast boss of the Satree farm. With a broom in one hand and a pitchfork in the other, she ran a tight ship, ensuring that everyone contributed to the family's success. Her no-nonsense approach was balanced by a deep, quiet love for her family and an unshakable commitment to their well-being.
Ray, by contrast, brought a softer touch. Known for his humor warmth and generosity, he had an uncanny ability to make everyone feel at home. Whether offering a neighbor a helping hand or spinning a tale that left the room in stitches, Ray was the embodiment of kindness and joy. A Canadian Club highball and a hearty laugh were often his trademarks, making him a friend to all who knew him.
Over the years, Ray and Jean's impact extended beyond their farm. They dedicated more than 20 years to the Burt County Fair, district school board, and countless community initiatives, embodying the values of service and humility. Their love of dancing, which had been the spark of their romance, endured through the years-sometimes to the rhythm of hard work and other times to the tunes of their favorite swing band.
Ray and Jean are survived by their son, Doug (Jane) Satree; daughter Shelly Satree; son Steve Satree; granddaughters Amy (Justin) Cook and Katy (Sam) Rucker; great-grandsons Jackson and Lane Cook; and Jean's sister and brother-in-law, Chloe and John Johnson, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. They were preceded in death by their beloved daughter Charmain, Ray's sisters Marilyn Stenvers, Norma Cornell, and Inez Satree, and other cherished family members.
Ray and Jean's story is one of resilience, love, and a legacy firmly rooted in the values of modesty, hard work, and joy. As we bid them farewell, we celebrate a life well-lived and a love that continues to inspire. Their memory reminds us to cherish the moments of toil and laughter, the power of community, and the beauty of a life dedicated to both work and play.
Rest easy, Ray and Jean, together again-dancing under Nebraska's wide-open skies.
MEMORIAL SERVICES for both Raymond, and his late wife Jean, will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, 10:30 a.m., at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oakland, NE, MILITARY HONORS will held at the church following services.
VISITATION: Friday, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the church.
BURIAL: At a later date
MEMORIALS: Donor's Choice
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Published by Fremont Tribune on Jan. 14, 2025.
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