John H. Hilliges

A Memorial Mass for John H. Hilliges, age 66, of Stanton, will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Stanton.  Reverend Scott Schilmoeller will be the celebrant. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 26, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service at the church.  A private burial will be held at in the Stanton Cemetery at a later date with military honors conducted by the Navy Honor Guard, VFW Post 3602 and American Legion Post 88.  The Mass will be livestreamed on the funeral home’s website.  Home for Funerals – Stanton is in charge of arrangements.

John passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022 at his home in Stanton.

John was born October 13, 1955 in Norfolk, Nebraska to Richard and Margaret (Wieneke) Hilliges.  He was a truck driver for 45 years.   John was an avid motorcyclist who enjoyed traveling and adventures.  His passion was Muscle Cars, Mopar in particular.  He enjoyed telling jokes and stories, and loved being a practical joker.  John enjoyed family get-togethers and sharing his unique meals.

He is survived by his daughter Sunny (Theron) Schaecher of Norfolk, grandchildren Skylar Havranek and Zander Schaecher, parents Richard and Margaret, siblings Ron (Sandy)  Hilliges of Stanton, Dave (Lori) Hilliges of Norfolk, Dan (Sherri) Hilliges of Stanton and Donna (Don) Molacek of Howells, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, friends, and his beloved dog Precious.

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