Robert E. Machacek, age 90, of Crete, passed away peacefully at his home Feb. 14, 2024, after a short stay with hospice. He was born to Joseph F. Machacek and Blanche (Vilda) Machacek of Crete. Bob was an only child.
In 1956, Bob started to work for Lincoln Inspection Service and he continued to work as a licensed grain inspector on a contractual basis at Bunge Mill in Crete until his death in 2024. He was honored with the Longest Active Licensed Grain Inspector award, for his 68 years of service. Bob served in the Air National Guard from 1950-1957. He was a Master Mason member in the Masonic Lodge in Crete. He was a member of Sesostris Shriners in Lincoln and a Lifetime member FOE #3909 in Crete.
Bob enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting, playing pitch, reading, playing bingo, gardening, cooking, baking, watching westerns and college football.
He is survived by fiancée and partner, Joyce A. Richtarik, and her children, Rhonda Greder, Rania Hagemeier, Jackie Hepburn, Tammy Wenz (Jeff), Randy Richtarik (Britain); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; stepson, Carl Folkerts (Deanna); and grandchildren Amy, Cassandra, and Carl, Jr.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph F. Machacek, Blanche (Vilda) Machacek. He married LaRene (Strauss) Machacek and she preceded him in death on March 27, 2007.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life gathering on Saturday March 9, anytime from 1 – 5 p.m. at the Crete Eagles Club.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to FOE #3909, 132 W. 12th St, Crete, NE, 68333, or send to Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Ave., Lincoln, NE, 68504, in care of the Machacek family. Special thanks to Horizon Hospice for their excellent care and support, and to the Palliative Care team.
