Reverend Robert L. Folkers
October 3, 1931 ~ June 29, 2024
Age 92
Reverend Folkers was ordained in the Evangelical United Brethren Church in 1956 in Kearney, Nebraska. He served 46 years in active ministry in the United Methodist Church of the Nebraska Conference. He was first assigned to Tilden-Oakdale for two years, then Seward for four years, Ralston Trinity for fourteen years, and Ogallala for three years .
In 1979, Pastor Bob was appointed a District Superintendent for a six year term followed by an appointment as Executive Director of Ministries for the Nebraska Conference for another six years. He finished his career at St. James United Methodist Church in Bellevue for eleven years.
After his “retirement”, he served as Director of Congregational Development at Broadway United Methodist Church in Council Bluffs. Additionally, he worked at the Bellevue Memorial Funeral Chapel where he served as chaplain.
Preceded in death by his parents Louis and Anna Folkers; siblings Margaret Berry, Louise Peterson and Raymond Folkers; daughter Debra Wharton.
Survived by his wife of 70 years, Connie; daughter Marla Jackson and her husband Gary; niece Pam Davis and her husband Danny; many grandchildren; great grandchildren and other loving relatives and friends.
Funeral Service: Friday, July 12, 11:00 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 8009 Q Street, Ralston, NE 68127.
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Interment: Friday, July 12, 2:00 p.m., Bellevue Cemetery
8 Comments
So sorry for your loss
Rev. Folkers and Father Foster from St. Gerald married is on April6 6 1974 at the Ralston Methodist Church. Rev Folkerscwas such a sweet kind person. Our deepest sympathy to the family.🙏
Was sorry to hear of his passing. He married us in August of 1970. Sympathies to the family.
Thank you for your ministry support for the families who lost their loved ones. Rest in Heavenly peace now.
Marla-So sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. I remember our confirmation classes and singing in the choir at Trinity. Prayers for your comfort at this sad time.
I first met Rev Folkers 30 plus years ago as a child when my family relocated to Bellevue and we started attending St. James UMC. Over the years he and Connie joined my family for many happy celebrations and occasions. He officiated my wedding 19 years ago. I was fortunate to see him recently. He has brought joy to so many lives. May your memories of him bring comfort as you grieve this loss.
We are so sorry to hear of Reverend Folkers’ passing. He was a dear family friend. He and Connie were regulars at our many family picnics and parties over the years when we lived in Nebraska. Bob officiated the wedding of three of our children. The ceremonies were always full of wisdom and the importance of keeping God at the center of the union. He was a gracious and very caring person and will be deeply missed. He just had a way about him and a gentle sense of humor.
It is with great sadness to recently learn of Robert’s passing onto the loving care of our savior. The angels rejoice In his presence as we thank the Lord for having given us the opportunity to feel the love of Robert here on earth.
Robert and Connie were great friends to Bruce and myself. We often joined him and Connie for a friendly game of Five Crowns. He always graced our company with great wisdom and joy.
A wonderful counselor who would listen with genuine care and warm words of advice. A man of honor and character, always.
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