Thursday, July 3, 2014 ~ 10:30 a.m.
St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church ~ Wahoo, Nebraska
Interment at St. Wenceslaus Cemetery
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Visitation ~ 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Rosary ~ 7:00 p.m.
St. Wenceslaus School Gym ~ Wahoo, Nebraska
In Care of the Family or St. Wenceslaus School
Eleven year old Alexander Elliott Divis of Wahoo entered into eternal rest on June 29, 2014 at his home in Wahoo, NE. He was born March 25, 2003 in Fremont, NE to Jon-Erik and Beth (Johnson) Divis. Alex was going to be a 5th grader at St. Wenceslaus School, but his life demanded more from him than the average 5th grader. Although he had been fighting a vicious battle with cancer for the past year and a half, that doesn’t define who he was. Alex was mature beyond his years- an old soul. The strength he displayed throughout his life amazed everyone who knew him. Even in his darkest days, his smile would brighten up the room.
Alex was a passionate child that loved hockey, magic, video games and listening to music. He was a member of the Society of Young Magicians and had a knack for slight of hand. He loved to learn and ask questions and when he found something that interested him, he took time to learn all he could about it. He had become an avid gamer and could beat his dad at Xbox. Anyone who spoke to Alex was forced to learn about his love for hockey. He was passionate about the sport the way only a young boy can be and his knowledge for the game, the players and its history was apparent in almost every conversation. Alex was a humble person that was very comfortable in his own skin. He knew who he was and was content with himself.
Alex’s faith was an inspiration for many people. His love for The Lord and his belief in life after death are what bring comfort to his family and friends. He impacted more people in his 11 short years than many do in a lifetime.
He is survived by parents, Jon-Erik and Beth Divis; brother, Oscar; grandparents, Paul and Jill Johnson of Wahoo, Earl and Gayle Buck of Wahoo, and Nick Siedell of Lincoln; many beloved uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.
Rev. Charles Townsend will be officiating.
Pallbearers are Adam Johnson, Bil Johnson, Steve Woita, Brett Davidson, Jeff Quinn, and Scott Klinger.
Honorary pallbearers are Paul Eddie, Greg Kavan Sr., Miles Hannan, Colin Ludvik, Zane Abler, and Cadin McGuigan.
My most sincere sympathy with this heart breaking loss. My prayers for this family will continue.
No human words can convey an adequate message here. Just know you are hugged!
Thoughts and Prayers to your family. You have your Angel watching over you! God Bless
You are all in my prayers! I am so sorry for your loss! I know Alex will be sitting with The Lord showing him tricks!
I never knew Alex, but he fought a hard battle. My symathies go out Alex’s family-Shaun Kiihne
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss.
You and your family have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Giglio-Stark
You are loved by so many and blessed all those who have loved you! God bless you all.
Alex was so special to all of us… He was a true joy to have at the AbraCORNdabra magic convention last year, and will be sorely missed by all of his fellow magical friends. My deepest sympathy goes to his Parents, Brother, Grandparents,other family members and friends. He will forever be our “Magical Angel”. God bless you all.
Thoughts and prayers with your family, you have one amazing guardian angel watching over your family
I will continue to pray for you all!
So sorry for your loss Beth! Been praying and hoping for a miracle. Will be keeping your entire family in prayer.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest [2] my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. May Alex Rest In Peace in the House of the Lord!!
We are so sorry for your loss. Know that it was a gift of time that you had Alex. You now have a special angel watching over you all.
Anne & Donald Jonas
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
We are very sorry for your loss! Such a sweet boy! We extend our sympathy to you all!
What a great family you are. …..so strong and loving. Alex was a special boy!! Truly an inspiration to all!!! Love you all! Karen
So young to be wished the new neighborhood, for all my prayers will be to his parents to comfort them and to feel for them that he has been welcome to the place where we all wish to be when The Lord takes us
My heart aches for all of you during this sad time. What a brave young man! He should be an inspiration to all of us. My condolences to both Jon and Beth and to the Johnson and Buck families. I pray that God helps you through the days ahead and may Alexander forever be in your hearts. A very special place for this beloved angel.
It’s so hard to explain how Alex and your family have touched the hearts of so very many. Even though I have never met you or him I feel so connected to you all. The word says that there is no distance in the spirit.So I think by all of us praying in one accord we were brought close together. I will continue to pray for your family in the coming weeks and months as I know how difficult the road ahead can be. Alex is at rest at last,but I can’t imagine the emptiness you feel. God bless you.and may He hold you up with His strong right arm.
I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the entire family of Alex Divis. It’s always heart breaking to see a life taken from this world at such an early age. It is difficult to find the words to express how deeply I feel for Alex’s family during this difficult time, just know that you are in my thoughts and that Alex is now at peace. I am reminded of the following parting words, my journey on this earth may have been brief, but my family and friends made it all worth while, I’m at peace now, no more pain, no more suffering. You, my loved ones and dearest friends, gave me the strength each and every day to live, but now my time has come to say farewell, I will see you again, but for now, I will rest my weary head, until the day we meet again.
R.I.P Alexander Elliott Divis, your battle is now over and you can rest. May you watch over those who will forever miss you and those that share in your families grief. Farewell young lad until we meet again.
Reading about your “Little Angel” brought this song to mind, to me it says it all. (If You Could See Me Now) We’re all enjoying Jesus just setting at his feet…If you could see me now, I’m walking streets of gold, if you could see me now, I’m standing tall and whole, if you could see me now, you’d know I’ve seen his face, if you could see me now, you’d know the pains erased…You wouldn’t want me to ever leave this perfect place…If you could see me now!
God Bless you and your family may you find rest in his strength.
Alex’s star shined brighter than many I’ve seen. So grateful to have been a part of his life. My heart goes out to you and your family and my prayers are with you. I’m thankful that his struggle is over and his star is now shining over us all brighter than ever.
Deepest Sympathies to your family.
Tom, Barb, Andrea, Alex & Aden Rezac
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Alex rest in peace…no more pain or suffering. He trully is your little Angel.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Alex rest in peace. He trully is your little Angel.
Our heart goes out to Jon-Erik, Beth, Oscar, Grandma Divis, Grandpa Nick Siedell, and other loved ones of Alex. His life here on Earth was short-lived, but he had a profound impact on those around him by his examples of courage and determination. God bless all of the doctors, nurses, and loved ones that have been so devoted to Alex over the months and years.
Prayers to this sweet boy and his family. What an amazing story and even more amazing life he lived.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those that love and will miss Alex. He was and will continue to be a bright light in our world.
I met Alex at UNMC. I mistakenly thought that the pillow that had the indian on it was for the Washington Redskins. Well, Alex straightened me out straight away. That’s the Chicago Blackhawks. It is true that his smile could light up a room. I have been thinking about him, and praying for him since the day I met him. He fought the good fight. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. May the perpetual light shine upon him. I am sure that God has a special place reserved for him. May he rest in peace.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My husband Clif will take care of him !
May Alex Rest In peace….
You have my deepest sympathies.
Alex was was such a great kid. Thank you for sharing him with us. I so enjoyed our conversations.
Go Hawks
B
My deepest sympathies to all of you as you mourn the loss of your son and grandson. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sympathies to the family