Frederick J. “Fred” Huether, age 82 of North Platte, passed away on June 24, 2016 at the North Platte Care Center.
He was born December 5, 1933 in Mitchell, SD to Fred and Anna (Fiedler) Huether. He attended grade and high school in Parkston, SD. After dropping out in the 9th grade, he worked various jobs until old enough to enter the United States Army. He served 30 months in Augsburg and Munich, Germany, attaining the ranks of Chief Supply Sergeant with the 1477th A.A.A. and Corporal with the 22nd Ordinance Company. He then decided to pursue an education, first completing the G.E.D. test at Dakota Wesleyan University and later earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with Minors in Psychology and Education. Fred enjoyed a successful career with the Gamble Skogmo Company that spanned nearly 20 years, including management positions in retail stores throughout South Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska. He moved to North Platte to work for Sears and Robuck, earning promotions to Division Manager and Staff Management. After retirement, he worked at St. Patrick High School and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Fred enjoyed visiting his family and friends with whom he loved to share jokes and stories.
He married Doreen Josephine Radke on February 16, 1956, who preceded him in death. He is survived by their six children: Mark (Tina) Huether of Florida, Mary Jo DeCora of Bridgeport, Marcia (Tim) Hinde of North Platte, Marilyn (Steve) Jenkins of Louisiana, Michael (Christine) Huether of Lincoln, and Matt Huether of North Platte.
On April 26, 2001, he married Emma “Rozella” Nichelson of North Platte. She preceded him in death in 2012.
In addition to his six children, Fred is survived by 10 grandchildren: Jonathan Huether, Joel Huether, Jayden DeCora, Jaylee (Eugene) Darconte, Jessica (Kevin) Loontjer, Tim Hinde, Jr., Ian Jenkins, Jack Jenkins, Chase Huether and Mia Huether. His four great grandchildren include: Ella Darconte, Ava Darconte, Rylee Loontjer, and Weston Loontjer.
A memorial has been established to Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church, where Fred was a member for over 40 years. Online condolences may be made at adamsswanson.com. Memorial services will be 10:30AM, Monday, July 25, 2016 at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with full military honors, immediately followed by a reception at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church. Register book signing will be 9:00am until 5:00pm, Friday, July 22, 2016 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home.Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.