Saturday, June 1, 2019 ~ 10:00 a.m.
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church ~ Prague, Nebraska
Private Interment at Omaha National Cemetery ~ Omaha, Nebraska
In Care of the Family
Eugene “Buchta” Vlasak, 92, of Prague, NE, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at St. Joseph Villa in David City, NE. Eugene was born January 13, 1927 in Prague, NE to Max and Blanche (Simanek) Vlasak. He spent most of his life as a Teamster. He was best known for his beautiful singing voice and his love for dancing. Eugene was singing and joking until his final moments.
He is survived by his daughters, Cheryl (Richardson) Nielsen of Lincoln, Gail Reynolds of Elmwood, Valerie (Tom) Kuncl of Prague; son, John Vlasak of Prague; son-in-law, Adolph “Ace” Hanis; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jeanne Hanis; grandson, Chris; parents, one brother and five sisters.
So sorry for your loss. Eugene was one of the first people we met when we moved to Prague. Always so friendly and outgoing. Had such a lovely smile and twinkle in his eye. Heaven has gained another angel. I’m sure Jeanne welcomed him home with open arms.
The first time I met Gene was when I was assigned to help care for his sister Maxine. They both welcomed me into their home to provide assistance. They became my favorite client. Gene had a caring and giving heart. Even after his sister passed I was always asking people I knew in Prague how he was doing. I look every time I went by Quick Stop for his truck. I would stop in just to see him. He kept telling me he wanted me to come back and care for him. The last time I saw him was at the Corner Salon when he came in for a hair cut. I am deeply sorry I didn’t get one more chance to have a visit. There will always be a special place in my heart for him. Now he can argue with Maxine and Jeanne again.
RIP. Mr. Eugene Vlasak. Thoughts and prayers to family. To the Richardson’s I’m sorry for your pain. Thinking of you always.