RICKIE L. STAGEMEYER

Rickie Lee Stagemeyer, age 66, a lifelong resident of Arapahoe, Nebraska passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at his home. He was born in Oxford, Nebraska on May 2, 1956 to Merle and Verna (Rader) Stagemeyer.

He graduated from Arapahoe High School in 1977. He was a selftaught musician, playing over seven instruments in many bands over the course of his life. He enjoyed spending his evenings playing music with friends and family.

He was also an accomplished carpenter and enjoyed building everything from small woodworking crafts to entire homes and businesses. He worked with his father at Stagemeyer Construction for many years.

Rick was a history fanatic and loved hunting outdoors for arrowheads and artifacts. He often spent his time reading books and watching documentaries about all things historical. He also enjoyed studying space and stars, with plans to build his own telescope.

He loved to read and could often be found with a book in hand. He read his bible daily and drew strength from his faith and his family.

He is survived by his sister Tamra Stalder, children Maranda Lee (Erick), Chauncey Stagemeyer (Becca), Ashley Brewer (Dustin), and Daniel Stagemeyer. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother-in-law Douglas Stalder, and his son Benjamin Lee Stagemeyer.

Rick’s wish was to be cremated so there will be no visitation. Memorial services was held on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 11 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. James Moshier, officiating. Private burial ceremony at a later date.

Any donations or memorials in his name can be dropped off at Garey Funeral Home in Arapahoe or mailed or dropped off to: Maranda Lee, 405 Locust St., Arapahoe, NE 68922. Garey Funeral Home of Arapahoe is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and personal reflections may be left at gareyfuneralhome. com