Louise "Liz" Ann Petsch

Liz Petsch, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, was born on July 9, 1947, to Calvin “Bob” Fausch and Lila Dillin Fausch.
She graduated from Guide Rock High School in May 1965 and went on to attend business school in Lincoln, Nebraska.

On May 10, 1969, Liz married David “Dave” Petsch. In February 1971, they welcomed their daughter, Tammy, beginning a family that would become the center of Liz’s life.

Liz dedicated 36 years of service to Webster County. Throughout her career, she worked at the Webster County Courthouse, serving as Deputy County Clerk and later as County Clerk. She also worked as the church secretary for the United Methodist Church. During her many years of serving the community, Liz made countless friends, many of whom became like family to her.

Her faith and her community were an important part of Liz’s life. She was an active member of the United Methodist Church and was involved in numerous committees and church events, including Bible School, serving on the church board, working as secretary, and serving on the funeral committee. She was also involved in planning alumni banquets and looked forward to attending them every year. Liz served on the hospital board and was a member of Eastern Star.

Above all, Liz cherished her family and friends. She loved spending time with the people she cared about, playing cards, and playing bingo. She had a special way of making people feel welcome and loved, and her friendships often grew into lifelong relationships.

Christmas was Liz’s favorite time of year. She loved the Christmas tree, the lights, and, of course, making her famous sugar cookies. The joy she found in the traditions of the season reflected the joy she brought to the people around her.

Liz was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin “Bob” and Lila Fausch; sister, Wanda Soucek; nephew, Kevin Soucek; and brother, Jerry Fausch.

She leaves behind her husband of 57 years, Dave Petsch; daughter, Tammy Smith; grandson, Keenan Smith and wife Courtney; granddaughters, Lauryn Otto and husband Anthony, and Taryn Foran and husband Michael; great-grandchildren, Emma, Scarlett, and Madi; brother Thomas Fausch and wife Barb; goddaughters, Christy Soucek and Jessica Petsch; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and loved ones who will continue to cherish her memory.

Liz’s life was one of love, service, friendship, and family. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Visitation for Liz will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5PM until 7PM at Williams & Kuehn Funeral Home in Red Cloud. Funeral Service will be on Friday, September 25, 2026 starting at 10:30AM at the Guide Rock United Methodist Church in Guide Rock.

Memorials are suggested to the Guide Rock United Methodist Church or the Heritage of Webster Nursing Staff and may be sent in care of Williams & Kuehn Funeral Home, 241 West 4th Ave., Red Cloud, NE 68970.