Judith Joan Carstens

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Judith “Judy” J. Carstens, 76, of Plattsmouth, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022  at Midlands Hospital in Papillion, Nebraska.  She was born on November 26, 1945 in Omaha, Nebraska to John and Hilda Zych.

Judy grew up in Omaha, Nebraska and later went to work for Western Electric.  It was during her time at Western Electric that she met the love of her life, Roger Carstens.  The two were married on April 18, 1970 at Zion Lutheran Church in Omaha, Nebraska.  They eventually made their home in rural Plattsmouth, Nebraska.

Throughout the years, Judy and Roger enjoyed entertaining at their home, traveling, scuba diving, camping, and simply just spending time together.  She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, caring for their dog, Reggie, and time with family. She was active with several bird organizations throughout the years.

Judy is survived by her husband Roger of Plattsmouth, NE; her daughter Gina (Adam Chambers) Bennett of Glenwood, IA; sons Steve Martin of Omaha, NE and Roger Carstens, Jr. of Florida; former son-in-law Steve “Okie” Bennett;  her grandchildren Brittney (Stephen) McCarthy and Brandi (Alex Geisler) Bennett, Joey, Amber and Christopher Martin, Felicia Martin, Victoria, John and Alicia Carstens, Isabelle and Elizabeth Carstens; great grandsons Stephen and Rory McCarthy, sister Janet Baker of Omaha, NE and brother Jim Zych of Omaha, NE.  She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Skip Martin, grandson Clint, brother Bob Zych, and sister Joann Harlow.

Services for Judith will be held at 1:00pm Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the Brian P. Harvey Funeral Home in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at 12:00pm at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to be sent to the family for future designation.

Arrangements By:  Brian P. Harvey Funeral Home – Plattsmouth, NE  402-296-4445