Marvin Webber

Marvin Eugene Webber, 88, of Inavale Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Heritage of Webster in Red Cloud.
Marvin was born on July 25, 1938, to Herman and Effie (Hayes) Webber on the family farm near Bostwick, Nebraska. He attended and graduated from Superior High School with the Class of 1956.
Following graduation, Marv proudly enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served as a mechanic aboard an aircraft carrier. He was honorably discharged in 1962. His mechanical talents remained a lifelong gift. After returning home, he worked at Webber's Repair in Red Cloud before spending time farming. He later joined Webster County, where he operated a road grader with dedication and pride until retiring in 2022 at the remarkable age of 84.
On September 17, 1960, Marvin was united in marriage to Janice Burwell at the Congregational Church in Red Cloud. Together they were blessed with three children: Leslie, Ricky, and Lisa. Following Janice's passing in 1987, Marvin found love again when he married Virginia "Kay," gaining additional children and grandchildren whom he welcomed as his own.
Marv was known for his ornery spirit, mischievous grin, and quick wit. He had a gift for making people laugh and never passed up an opportunity to play a practical joke. He loved spending time with his family, especially spoiling his grandchildren and attending their activities whenever he could. Many knew that if Marv offered you a little "cold medicine," he wasn't talking about cough syrup—it was more likely Peppermint Schnapps or Fireball, shared with a smile and a story.
He believed vacations were best spent with family, although they usually involved helping with a project or fixing something that needed attention. Those acts of service were always returned when family came to visit him. He enjoyed fishing, staying busy, working with his hands, and lending a helping hand wherever it was needed. His kindness and welcoming nature earned him the affectionate title of "Grandpa" from many who weren't related by blood but became family through friendship and love, especially as his health declined.
More than anything, he loved his family and treasured the time they spent together. He lived a life marked by hard work, humility, laughter, and quiet service to others. He was a good and faithful man whose love for God was reflected not only in his words but in the way he lived each day. His devotion to his family, his pride in serving his country, his unwavering work ethic, and his willingness to help others were lasting examples of his faith in action. His legacy of love, generosity, and steadfast character will continue to live on in all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his children, Leslie (Linde) Webber of Inavale, NE and Lisa Russell (Jim Owens) of Red Cloud, NE; step children, Keith (Julie) Dilley of Eau Claire, WI, Jason Dilley (Dana Sutterfield) of Inavale, NE, Deb (Jack) Klingenberger of Inavale, NE, Nancy (Troy) Genung of Superior, NE; siblings, Charley Webber of Brighton CO, Chett (Eileen) Webber of Granby, CO, Kenny (Sheryl) Webber of Englewood, CO, Gloria (Jack) Mick of Aurora, CO, John (Rhonda) Webber of Watkins, CO; sister-in-law Cindy Webber of Englewood, CO; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents; first wife Janice; second wife Kay; son Ricky; stepson, Greg Dilley; siblings, Charlotte Wentz, Ron Webber, Dale Webber, Elsie Webber; and a son-in-law, Jeffery Russell.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 10:30AM at the Red Cloud Community Center. Visitation will be on Friday at Williams & Kuehn Funeral Home from 9AM until 7PM with Family Receiving Friends from 5PM until 7PM.
Memorials are suggested to the Cowles American Legion and may be sent in care of Williams & Kuehn Funeral Home, 241 West 4th Ave., Red Cloud, NE 68970.