Frank R. Soukup

Notes:

In the book HISTORY OF MILLIGAN NEBRASKA 1888-1988 it is noted that

"...moved to Junction City, Oklahoma, where they homesteaded and in 1909 returned to Milligan where they farmed for a number of years. F.R. managed different businesses during his lifetime among them being manager of the Jicha Central Hall and tavern. After Joseph Jica Sr. passed away, R. R. and Edward Janousek managed the place together for sometime. He also worked in the Herman Stastny tavern.

In 1921, he moved from the farm southwest of Milligan and purchased Alois Petracek dry goods and grocery store, which he and his wife managed. Later he sold the store.

After the Farmer's Co-operative Company was organized, F.R. Soukup and his son, Frank, were among some of the employees. At the second annual stockholders meeting, a livestock shippers association was organized and F.R was hired to take charge of this new association. At one time the Farmers Co-op Elevator shipped livestock to market for the owner. F.R. was in charge of the livestock department. F.R. and Edward Cudly also managed the Farmer Co-op at one time."

According to his application for a Social Security Number, Frank was employed by Stastny & Vasina in MIlligan in 1940. His SS-5 also indicated that his Middle Initial, R, was just that. He did not have an actual middle name. SSN 507-18-6921.

Member of the Z.C.J.B. Lodge #76 Svatopluk Czeck

(Medical):Hypertensive cardiovascular disease

Frank married Mary Svec on 28 Nov 1899 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. Mary (daughter of Vaclav "James" Svec and Marie "Mary" Suda) was born on 10 Mar 1879 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 5 Sep 1967 in Crete, Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Alice did private duty nursing during Bill's law school days. She also was Obstetrics Supervisor at Rush Memorial Hospital for 12 years. She retired from nursing in 1962. She was an R.N. in Colorado, Nebraska and Indiana.

Alice married William Franklin Marshall on 8 Aug 1926 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado. William was born on 8 Sep 1903 in Indiana; died on 17 Oct 1976 in Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pauline married Charles Vaclav Brt on 2 Jul 1923. Charles (son of Vaclav "James" "Jim" Brt and Frances Terezie Doupnik) was born on 22 May 1900 in Nebraska; died on 2 Nov 1974 in Elkins, Washington County, Arkansas; was buried in Bohemian Brethren Cemetery (AKA Cesky Bratri Cemetery), Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Cared for her parents in their declining years in her nursing home in Crete, Nebraska. Her listing on the SSDI instead has her date of birth as 16 July 1905, however her obituary confirms the 17 July birthdate.

Obituary

Marie H. Sysel, Crete

Marie H. Sysel, 101, Crete, died Thursday (8/17/06). Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by husband Edward; parents Mary Svec and Frank R. Soukup; brother Frank Soukup; sisters Alice Marshall, Pauline Brt, Rose Duba, Wilma Huppert and Irma Dinneen. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law Helen Marie Vasak (Richard) and Lorraine Pallesen (Charles); grandsons, their wives and children William Vasak (Rushelle), Brandon and Briana, John Vasak, Richard and Danielle, Milton Vasak (Nathalie), Nicole, Melissa and Allison, Michael Pallesen Sr. (Kathleen), Katie, Michael Jr., Libby and Maggie, Edward Sysel Pallesen (Marty Haessler), Henry and Phoebe.

Born July 17, 1905, in Lawton, Okla. Educated at Milligan Public Schools, Milligan. As a young girl she served as a telephone operator at the Frank H. Woods Exchange, Crete, owned a beauty shop in Wilber, served as a visiting nurse in the Milligan, Tobias and Ohiowa areas. Married Edward Sysel in Nebraska City in 1933. Joined Edward in farming the Sysel homestead near Crete and in 1940 on the farm they bought by Parkersburg, Iowa. When Ed died suddenly in 1951 she took over the farm, eventually selling it and moving back to Crete with her daughters into the house she built and in which she resided until her death.

Upon returning to Crete, Marie worked as an office nurse for Dr. Lewis Forney and later opened and operated a nursing home, "Sysel's Rest Haven," and an assisted-living facility, "Sysel's Manor." In 1969, Marie returned to farming, having bought a farm near Wellsburg, Iowa, which she managed until her death. Her longtime friends Ivan and Frances Slifer farmed the land, and when they retired, their son, Spencer and his wife, Cindy, continued farming the land.

Being a widow at age 45 she raised her two daughters, ages 17 and 15 at the time, providing for their education at St. Elizabeth School of Nursing, Doane College and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She worked side-by-side with her husband, Ed, on the farm and after his death used her knowledge and skills to manage by herself each farm she owned. She was absolutely devoted to her daughters and their families and always put their welfare before her own.

Last year at this time she traveled with her daughter Lorraine and Chuck in the Czech Republic, Germany and France. In May she attended special functions at the preschools of her great-grandchildren in Omaha and New York City. In June she was in California to celebrate Helen Marie and Richard's 50th wedding anniversary. She was blessed with marvelous health, living by herself in her own home until she was hospitalized approximately a week ago after suffering a fall. Words cannot express how much Marie's family and friends will miss her, but they are grateful for having been able to share with her the appreciation of her Czech heritage and especially her love of Czech music, her marvelous cooking skills, her joy in raising beautiful flowers and her optimistic, positive attitude toward life.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Grace United Methodist Church, 1245 Juniper St., Crete. Visitation will begin at noon on Sunday. A prayer service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Kuncl Funeral Home, Crete.

(Courtesy Dennis Belohlavy, 19 August 2006 Lincoln Journal Star)

Marie married Edward Sysel in Oct 1933 in Nebraska City, Otoe County, Nebraska. Edward was born on 16 Apr 1896 in Nebraska; died on 19 Nov 1951. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Graduated from Milligan High School in 1925. She took part in the Sokol Organization and was a member of Czech Dramatic Club. She attended the University of Nebraska and taught in four rural schools near Milligan for 8 years. Later she helped her husband with his dental office. She served on the Library Board for many years, and was a member and former president of the Western Womens Club. (Milligan, p 263).

Duba - Rose M., 95, Western, died Wednesday (3/26/03) in Lincoln. Born, Lawton, Okla. (3/10/08), to F.R. and Mary (Svec) Soukup. At an early age they moved to Milligan. Entered the newly built Milligan School at the age of 5, graduated, 1925. Joined the "Sokols," and they performed in different towns with the Wilber, Crete and Omaha Sokols. Throughout her life she maintained membership in ZCBJ Lodge in Milligan. Also joined Czech Dramatic Club, acted in Czech plays in many different towns, including Milligan at the newly built Milligan auditorium. Served as leader, 4-H girls, also at Milligan. Attended University of Nebraska and taught school in four different rural schools for eight years after graduation.

Married Dr. Henry S. Duba, 1933, who had been her classmate. Moved to DeWitt, 1935, where they practiced dentistry for six months, taking the place of Dr. Klein who had taken a leave of absence after an accident. Moved to Western, 1935, where Henry practiced dentistry, and she was his dental assistant for about 40 years. Joined Nebraska Dental Association for Dental Assistants. They were blessed with one daughter, Sharon Kay, born, 1941. Belonged to Western Woman's Club, serving as president for two years, followed by being president, Inter County Club, one year. As a volunteer, assisted at Western Library and Community Club. She and Dr. Duba were chosen as Bicentennial Royalty couple for the Old Settlers Picnic together with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Zoubek, 1978. After retirement they continued to enjoy their love of Czech heritage, particularly dancing and listening to Czech music. They were often found fishing from the banks of local lakes and rivers.

Survivors: grandson, Andrew Rinquest, Lincoln; granddaughter, Kristin Holmes, Cottage Grove, Minn.; great-grandchildren, Anastasia Holmes, Raven Solberg, both Cottage Grove; sister, Marie Sysel, Crete; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Henry S.; daughter, Sharon Kay; brother, Lt. Frank Soukup; sisters, Pauline Brt, Wilma Huppert, Irma Dinneen, Alice Marshall.

Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, United Methodist Church, Western. Pastor Mike Flury. National Bohemian Cemetery, Milligan. Visitation: 5-9 p.m. Friday with prayer service at 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St. Pallbearers: Charles Pallesen, Andrew Rinquest, Allen, Glen Soukup, James Robert, Lonnie Dinneen, Wallace Brt. Honorary pallbearers: Buddy Schmidt, Ben Zoubek, Jim Rischling, Tom Murphy, Gerald Kotas, Lumir Jansky, Ray Soukup, Lumir Svec, Jim Votipka, Ralph Kassik, Layne Schelbitzki. Memorials to church.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, from Lincoln Journal Star Archives)

Rose married Henry S. Duba on 11 Sep 1933. Henry (son of Joseph A. Duba and Mary Nohava) was born on 10 Jun 1908 in Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska; died on 20 Feb 1992 in Western, Saline County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Fred A. Huppert. Fred was born on 4 Jan 1904; died on 12 Apr 1998 in San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Source: Ancestry.com
Lincoln Evening Journal, Monday Dec. 19, 1966
SOUKUP
Det. Frank Harry 53, 4201 G, died Friday. Detective was with Lincoln police force 10 years. Born Mulligan, Lincoln resident 25 years, lifetime state resident. Member Elks Lodge 80. Survivors: wife, Bernice; sons: Allen, Glenn, and Gregory, all of Lincoln; mother Mrs. Mary Soukup of Crete; sisters: Mrs. Alice Marshall of Rushville, Ind., Mrs. Pauline Brt of Elkins, Ark., Mrs. Marie Sysel of Crete, Mrs. Rose Duba of Western, Mrs. Wilma Huppert of Chula Vista, CA, Mrs. Irma Dineen of Lincoln. Services 10am Tues at Our Savior's Lutheran 40th & C. Pastor Soren S. Kaldahl. Burial at Bohemian National, Mulligan. Pallbearers: Harland Huppert, Wallace Brt Jr., James R. Dineen, William Marshall Jr., Roger LaPage, Meri Hesser. Honorary pallbears: Lincoln Police Dept.


The article below is from the "Annual Report of the Police Department, Lincoln, Nebraska, 1966," Compliments of Joseph T. Carroll Chief of Police

Found online:
http://www.lincoln.ne.gov/city/police/annual/1965-1966-1.pdf

In Memoriam
Frank H. Soukup
Slain in the Line of Duty December 16, 1966

Detective Frank Soukup was slain in a gun battle at a local motel while questioning some out-of-town suspects in a bogus check operation. Two of the gunmen were fatally wounded in the exchange of shots between the investingating officers and the suspects, one of them felled by shots fired by Detective Soukup after he was mortally wounded. It was later determined that the shots which killed the officer were fired by Donald W. Rodgers, one of the gunmen killed. Detective Soukup was the first officer in the history of the Lincoln Police Department to be slain in the line of duty.

Frank Soukup was 53 years of age and had been a member of the Lincoln Police Department for ten years. In November of 1966 he was awarded the People and Law Award sponsored by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. Frank was an outstanding police officer, completely dedicated to his chosen profession of law enforcement. His survivors include his widow and three sons.

Frank married Allene B. Herynk before 1940. Allene (daughter of Joseph Herynk and Anna Dlouhy) was born on 27 Jul 1918 in Saline County, Nebraska; died on 26 Mar 2000 in Saline County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Bernice Petersen in Nov 1947. Bernice was born on 16 Mar 1923 in Wayne County, Nebraska; died on 16 Sep 2012 in Valparaiso, Saunders County, Nebraska; was buried in Bohemian National Cemetery (Milligan South), Milligan, Fillmore County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

(Irma) attended Milligan High School, graduating with the class of 1934 as valedictorian. She taught in rural schools for three years after graduation. In 1937 her parents bought a filling station and beer joint in Crete. Irma helped her father there for a short time, then moved to Lincoln where she was employed at Golds. (Milligan, p 259)

Irma married James Robert Dinneen on 17 May 1938. James was born on 17 Sep 1909; died on 7 Jan 1994 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rose married Richard Lee Mattox on 26 Dec 1954. Richard was born on 19 Jan 1932; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rose married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
RushvilleRepublican.com
Published May 4, 2006

Thomas F. Marshall, 64, of Rushville, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at his residence.

Born July 21, 1941, in Rushville, he was the son of the late William F. and Alice Soukup Marshall. He married Marylu Becht June 8, 1963; she survives.

Mr. Marshall graduated from Rushville High in 1959. He then graduated from Indiana University with a BS in education in 1968. He went on to Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis and graduated with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence in 1971. He was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in 1971 and the Florida State Bar n 1974. After graduation he practiced law in Bluffton and was prosecuting attorney in Wells County from 1972 to 1974. He then moved to Florida and practiced law from 1974 to 1976. He was appointed by Gov. Otis Bowen as Rush County Court Judge and then elected; he served until 1996. He was Rush County Public Defender from 1998 to 2003. He was a co-founder of Rush County Youth Football and helped with development of the Rush County Substance Abuse Program. He was involved in the formation of the DARE school education program in our community. He was a former longtime member of the Rotary Club and active in Elks Lodge 1307 for more than 35 years. He was a member of Antler Point Country Club, Flatrock Yacht & Bath Club, Indiana Bar Association, Florida Bar Association and Rush County Bar Association. He was a strong supporter of the RCHS Athletic Booster Club.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons, Jeff Marshall (and wife Jennie) of Wilmette, Ill., and Jim Marshall (and wife Lori) of Rushville; one brother, Bill Marshall (and wife Elsieann) of Columbus; and four grandchildren, Max and Anna Marshall, Stefanie and Lindsay Montgomery.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Rose Marie Ketchem.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Todd Funeral Home in Rushville with the Rev. Hank Anderson officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the RCHS Athletic Booster Club or to the donor?s charity of choice.

Thomas married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Ilene Buchholtz. Ilene was born on 5 Aug 1926; died on 6 Mar 1978. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Notes:

Sharon graduated from Doane College at Crete and has a Masters Degree from the University of Nebraska. As of 1988, she worked at the Bennett Martin Library in Lincoln. Her daughter Kristen was living in Denver, and son Andrew was living in Lincoln with his mother. (Milligan, p 263).

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harlan married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harlan married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vaughan married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vaughan married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary for Glen J. Soukup
A Funeral Service for Glen will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska with Pastor Larry Gouin presiding.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m until 7:00 p.m. with the family present during that time at Farmer & Son Funeral Home - Kotas Chapel in Milligan, Nebraska.

Graveside Services will be conducted following the funeral service in the Bohemian National Cemetery in Milligan, Nebraska.

Memorials are to be directed to the family to be designated at a later date.

To view the Livestream Video you can go to Farmer & Son Funeral Home's Facebook Page or in your search engine type @friendlyfuneraldirectors and click the link to Farmer & Son or click this link https://www.facebook.com/friendlyfuneraldirectors/Funeral and it should direct you to our Facebook Page.

Glen Soukup, passed away on Tuesday March 1st, 2022, at home. Glen was born to Frank and Allene Soukup on Feb. 1st, 1942, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He attended Lincoln Public Schools, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1959. He then attended the University of Nebraska obtaining his undergraduate degree and was an esteemed member of the Golden Key Society. Glen then continued his education at the University of Nebraska College of Law earning a Juris Doctorate of Law in 1967. He was proud to have worked for Nebraska Governor James Exon's administration as Director of the State Technical Assistance Agency for several years. He then went on to pursue personal business ventures.

Glen was a lifelong resident of Lincoln, spending a good portion of time at his fishing cabin/summer home, also known as "The Castle in the Canyon" located at Decker's, Colorado. Some of his favorite times were spent enjoying his specialty "Mountain Margaritas" and red beers, or a jack and coke on the upper deck. He loved watching the hummingbirds and afternoon showers from his canyon view veranda, evenings with Trudy breathing in the fresh mountain air, and all times spent with his favorite Golden Retriever, Dylan. Glen will be fondly remembered by family and friends for generously hosting so many at his beloved cabin, and for always sharing the beautiful sights the Colorado mountains had to offer.

In earlier years he and his daughter Nicholle enjoyed spending time at his mother's farms near Crete and Wilber, experiencing nature and farm life while embracing their Czech culture with family. During the last few years though his health began to fail he did his best to maintain close relationships with family and friends and enjoyed many games of cards while partaking in a few adult beverages.

Glen was preceded in death by his father Frank H. Soukup, mother Allene B. Tesar, brother Kenneth J. Tesar, sister-in-law Linda S. Soukup, and the best dog ever Dylan "Doolittle" Soukup.

Glen is survived by daughter Nicholle Soukup of Norfolk, granddaughter Haleigh Kappel of Lincoln. grandson Holden Soukup of Central City, and great grandson Trace Reynolds of Lincoln. Brother Allen (Janice) Soukup, nephew Kelsey Soukup all of Lincoln, and niece Jessica (Michael) Zmek of Archer. Sister Jo Ann (Steve) Kroll, nephew Peter Kroll, and nephew Jeremiah (Megan) Kroll all of Lincoln. Brother Gregory Soukup, nephew Frank (Kim) Soukup, and nephew James (Liz) Soukup all of Lincoln. Sister in law Marianne Tesar of Crete, niece Ashley Tesar of Lincoln, and niece Whitney (Ryan) Peterson of Palmer, MN. Long time special friend Trudy Townley of Lincoln. He is also survived by many great nephews and nieces, cousins- many of whom were like siblings to him, his church family at Four Square church, and of course many dear friends.

The Glen Soukup family would like to extend a very heartfelt, and appreciative THANK YOU to all whom helped Glen in recent years. Being very strong in his faith Glen would always say "the good Lord will take care of me", we may all now rest assured that has been done.

(Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy)

Family/Spouse: Diane Kunselman. Diane was born on 7 Jan 1940 in Valentine, Cherry County, Nebraska; died on 24 Aug 2001 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Might he be the namesake grandson of Shrewsbury Franklin Mattox (1912-1998) of Indiana, FAG ## 37879993? Shrewsbury Mattox had a son named Richard Mattox.

S. Franklin Mattox, 51; of Floyds Knobs

A memorial services for S. Franklin Mattox, 51, of Floyds Knobs, will be held at noon Saturday, Oct. 13, at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany. He died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, in his sleep at his residence.

He was a native of Rushville and a managing partner for the law firm, Mattox, Mattox and Wilson in New Albany. He was a certified mediator, certified by Arbitration Forums, Inc. in 1990 and one of four certified Family Law Specialist and Domestic Relations Mediator in Southern Indiana. He was a graduate of Wabash College and Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. He received Bar Admissions to Indiana in 1981, U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, in 1981 and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit.

Published works "Legal Stuff (You Should Know), co-author, ISBA Young Lawyers Section.

Representative cases: Straub v. B.M.T. 645 N.E. 62d. 597 (Ind. app. 1997), Indiana Supreme Court.

Classes and seminars taught: I.C.L.E.F. faculty member: Practice Skills Course I and II, "Building A Profitable Law Practice," 1990-1992. Out of Country Seminar, "Accelerated Disputed Resolution," St. Kitts, BWI 1990. Program chair, "Practicing Law in Indiana-Tips for Kentucky Practitioners," Seminar, Louisville Bar Association 1991. Program chair, "Puddlejumping: Indiana Practice for Kentucky Lawyers, 1997.

Honors and awards: N.I.T.A. Trial Advocate Skills Workshop Scholarship Fellow, Indiana Bar Foundation.

He was a member of the Clark County Bar Association, Floyd County Bar Association, ISBA House of Delegates, Delegate 1988-2006, ABA Young Lawyer Division, District Representative for two years, Harrison County Bar Association, 1990-1991, secretary treasurer, Crawford County Bar Association, 1990-1991, secretary treasurer, Indiana Teen Law Committee, chairman, 1988, Indiana Bar Foundation, 1996, present director, Louisville Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Executive Council Representative, Harrison Circuit Court, Public Defender, 1982-1986 and attorney for Harrison County Department of Family and Children for 15 years.

Survivors include two sons, Marshall and Mitchell Mattox, both of Floyds Knobs; father, Richard Mattox, Georgetown; brother, Benjamin M. Mattox, Sellersburg and beloved companion, Karen Oakes, Floyds Knobs.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Rose Marie Ketchem.

Visitation at the funeral home will be after 10 a.m. Saturday.

The family has chosen cremation.

The family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to Center for Women and Children of Floyd County or the Floyd County Animal Rescue League.

http://www.newsandtribune.com/obituaries_archive_url/x519370137/S-Franklin-Mattox

Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

The lived with his grandparents after his father died, and loves to hunt as his father and grandfather did. (Milligan, p 212)

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Family/Spouse: Living. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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