Mass of Christian Burial was on Friday, Nov. 22, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church in Humphrey, and Father Rodney Kneifl celebrated the Mass. Visitation was on Thursday, from 4-7 p.m., with a Vigil Service at p.m., all at the church. Visitation continued on Friday, from 9:30 a.m. until service time, also at the church. Interment will be in St. Francis Cemetery.

Mary Lou Finkral was born on Jan. 1, 1942, near Cornlea, Neb., to Joseph and Clara (Magsman) Preister. She grew up in rural Platte County and graduated from Humphrey St. Francis High School in 1959. Mary Lou was united in marriage to Clifford Finkral on Aug. 22, 1959, at Sacred Heart Parish, in Cornlea, Neb. Mary Lou earned her nursing certificate in Norfolk, Nebraska and worked at the nursing home in Newman Grove, Nebraska for a few years. She later went to work at Lindsay Manufacturing and worked there for 25 years.

Mary Lou was a very caring and selfless person, always thinking of others, baking & praying for anyone sick or in need. She also volunteered and coordinated many funeral lunches and was an avid prayer warrior on the prayer line. She was the best cook and was known for her mashed potatoes and gravy. She enjoyed shopping and looking for a bargain. Mary Lou loved and appreciated the simple things in life. She lived humbly, spoke with kindness, and listened with her heart. Mary Lou’s faith and prayer were most important in her life. She was a great inspiration to all, especially to her family.

Mary Lou is survived by: Husband: Cliff Finkral of Humphrey, Neb.

Daughter: Lori (Mike) Swanson of Tallahassee, Fla.

Son: Clifford “Curt” Finkral Jr. of Humphrey, Neb.

Daughter: Tammy (Reece) Andrews of Columbus, Neb.

Daughter: Linda (Kevin) Bender of Humphrey, Neb.

Son: Todd (Patty) Finkral of Columbus, Neb.

Daughter: Barb (Mitch) Dohmen of Humphrey, Neb.

19 grandchildren 36 great grandchildren Brother: Gerard (Romaine) Preister of Columbus, Neb.

Sister: Rosemary Zuerlein Moore of Columbus, Neb.

Brother: Gilbert “Gib” (Sylvia) Preister of Humphrey, Neb.

Sister: Mildred Ludden of Columbus, Neb.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by: Parents: Joseph and Clara Preister Brother: Cyril (Rosemary) Preister Brother: Alphonse (Lois) Preister Condolences may be sent to www.gasshaney.com