Audrey Kotschwar

Audrey Maxine Kotschwar, 80, of Farnam, Nebraska, died July 17, 2011 at her home in Farnam, NE.

She was born November 13, 1930 in Moorefield, NE, daughter of Fred R. and Pearl Faith (Mosley) Cross.

She lived all of her life in the Moorefield, Ingham and Farnam area. She was married to Anton Kotschwar in 1947. Three sons were born to her: Dan, Gary, and Rick. She raised cats and dogs for many years for A/K Kennels.

Audrey was a very devoted Mother and Grandmother. She loved keeping up on all of her kids and grandkids lives; attending all of the events she could, especially their sporting events. She had a special love of all animals and life on the farm. She worked hard, and was a great cook. Audrey and her sister, Delores, enjoyed music and often sang at weddings, funerals, church and other events. She had a beautiful voice and a beautiful smile. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. Audrey had a strong faith and cherished her collection of angels. She really enjoyed life.

Surviving are three sons - Dan (Cheryl) Kotschwar of Farnam, NE, Gary (Jody) Kotschwar of Moorefield, NE, Rick (Gwen) Kotschwar of Farnam, NE; five granddaughters - Tamara (Tim) Miles of Monument, CO, Amber (Sam) Nelson of Lincoln, NE, Cressy Kotschwar of Kansas City, MO, Gretchin (John) Heckenlively of Gretna, NE, Niccole Kotschwar of Martinez, CA; four grandsons - Kelly (Kristen) Kotschwar of Moorefield, NE, Derek (Amanda) Kotschwar of Lincoln, NE, Zachary (Kate) Kotschwar of Pearl City, HI, Christopher (Sara) Kotschwar of Colorado Springs, CO; 10 great grandchildren; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Audrey was preceded in death by father, Fred R Cross, mother, Pearl Faith Cross, sister, Delores Bunstock, brother, Gordon Cross, brother, Roland Cross, brother, Theron Cross.