Linda E. Witt’s self-written obituary:
Just a little about my life, then we’ll have fun.
I was born on February 2nd, 1952 in Bloomfield, Nebraska, to Anna (Peterson) and Donald Chrans.
I married Edward Arnie Arneson on July 1st, 1967. He was the love of my life. If you ever find the love of your life, hang on because it only happens once in a lifetime.
I had BillieJo Arneson on July 24th, 1968. BillieJo has her own family now. Jordan, Breanna, Steven and Jake. Jordan has Ivery and John. Bre has Bennett and Brooks. I had Edward Joseph Arneson III on July 26th, 1971. He had Dirk Edward Arneson, Jeremiah Lynn, Brittiny Morgan (who passed away on October 24th, 1996), and McKenzie. Ed passed away on September 10th, 2000. I had Chris on August 13th, 1973. Chris had Christopher and Kelli. Kelli has Kinsley, Raelynn, and twin boys. Rick was born on January 23rd, 1979. Rick has Cabby, Draven, Talon, and of course my little man Victor. Eddie died on July 20th, 1980. Nicholas James was born June 16th, 1984. I married Elmer on December 7th, 1985. I had Lynnette Suzanne on April 2nd, 1986. She has Anakin.
Also, I have Hank and Sue Obermier. They have been like second parents to me and grandparents to my kids! They’ve been there through not only the good times, but even the bad times. They’re the most fantastic people I’ve ever known! I’ve been very blessed with a beautiful family that has grown throughout the years. I still have some family left. Thelma, Adi and Joy Arneson are some of the nieces I have left. My favorite is Dana Chrans and of course beautiful Jessica. I’m so glad they’re back in my life! I’m so grateful and proud of my four kids I have left. I can’t forget my son-in-law or I’ll never hear the end of it. Jaret, you are great, the only son-in-law that kept me in dish towels.
So let’s all give them a big hand and get on with the party! I love you all and thank you for coming!
~ Linda E. Witt
Linda E. Witt, age 73, passed away Monday, February 2, 2025 at home.
Her family will always remember her love of her family, of Christmas, and of baking for both, preferably at the same time! The “small” six-course Christmas meals will always be a core memory for them. As her grandkids always say, “Grandma Linda always showed her love through her baking!”
Those left to cherish her memory are her children BillieJo Zmolek of Arlington, SD, Rick Arneson of North Platte, NE, Nicholas Witt of North Platte, NE, and Lynnette Witt of North Platte, NE; sister Pamela Ricke of Yankton, SD; grandchildren Jordan (Jennifer) Spence, Breanna (Dallas) Jensen, Steven Zmolek, Jacob Zmolek, Dirk (Amanda) Arneson, Jeremiah (Veronica) Arneson, McKenzie Arneson, Christopher Arneson, Kelli Jensen, Carbernay Wheeler, Draven Arneson, Talon Arneson, Victor Arneson, and Anakin Joseph Collins; and numerous great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents Anna and Donald Chrans; husband Edward Arneson; son Edward Arneson; granddaughter Brittiny Arneson; her sisters Donna Chrans, Janice Moore, Sharon Karre, and Carol Jones; and brothers Donald Chrans and Robert Chrans.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made out to the family for future designation.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, February 17, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, with Pastor Daniel Ramsey officiating. Family will be receiving friends an hour before for visitation and prayer at the Church. A family burial will be held at a later date.
Adams & Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is honored to assist the family with arrangements.