Louis Sedlacek, 93, of Prague, NE, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at his home in Prague, NE.  He was born August 4, 1926 in Abie, NE to Frank and Theresa (Stach) Sedlacek.  Louis attended high school in Rossville, KS and graduated in 1945.  Louis served his country in the U.S. Army until he was honorably discharged.  In 1971, he was united in marriage to Marie (Hampl) Odvody in Prague, NE.

Louis and his brother Sid owned and operated Sedlacek Service in Prague for many years.  After the service station closed, due to a fire, Louis and his wife Marie opened Marie’s Bar that they ran together for several years.  Louis worked for Valmont for over 5 years until he retired.  Louis was a member of American Legion #254.  In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking.  He always enjoyed playing cards with family and friends.

He is survived by step-children, Daniel Odvody and David (Geri) Odvody; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Sedlacek; siblings, Sid Sedlacek, Libby Elsik, Raymond Sedlacek, Victor Sedlacek, Jerry Sedlacek and Viola Anderly; step-daughter, Dianne Petrzelka; nephews, Dale Elsik and Gary Anderly.