Nebraska Funeral Directors Association

03/31/2026

Teams are filling up! Registration end April 20th for the 2026 NeFDA Golf Tournament!

Visit nefda.com/convention for more information!

03/30/2026

🌟 NeFDA Member Spotlight 🌟

Meet a partner at Govier Brothers Mortuary who has been serving families for over 30 years!

His journey began in high school, starting with mowing lawns and washing cars at the funeral home just 60 feet from where he grew up. Now a licensed funeral director and embalmer since 1994, he considers this work far more than a job—it's an honor to walk with families through life's most difficult moments.

His Philosophy: "I hope every family I've served felt they were the most important thing on my plate—no matter how full it was. Treating everyone as if they are my family has always been the only way."

He's passionate about continuing education and believes funeral professionals should lift each other up: "If everyone provides excellent service, the profession will be stronger." He emphasizes the value of fair pricing while never losing sight of the little details that matter most.

Beyond the funeral home, he enjoys family time with his wife, three kids, and granddaughter, plus hunting, raising pheasants, and staying active in community events. He remains very involved in the Nebraska One Box Pheasant Hunt held annually in Broken Bow.

Thank you for three decades of compassionate service to Nebraska families! 🙏

03/18/2026

Grab your clubs and register today for the 2026 NeFDA Golf Tournament!

Visit nefda.com/convention for more information!

03/05/2026

On March 3rd, Governor Jim Pillen joined the NeFDA Board for a proclamation ceremony recognizing Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day on March 11, 2026!

Thank you, Governor Pillen, for honoring the dedicated funeral directors and morticians who serve Nebraska families with compassion, dignity, and professionalism during life's most difficult moments.

These trusted professionals are pillars of their communities, providing comfort and guidance to families throughout our state. We are grateful for their unwavering commitment to serving Nebraskans with care and respect.

Take a moment on March 11th to celebrate and thank Nebraska's funeral service professionals! 🙏

03/03/2026

Heading to graduations? Talk to family or friends about pursuing a career as a funeral director? Be sure to tell them about NeFDA's scholarship opportunities!
View details at https://www.nefda.org/scholarship-information. Deadline to submit applications is June 15

03/02/2026

Mark your calendars for the 2026 NeFDA Annual Convention!

📅 April 21-23, 2026
📍 Younes Conference Center South, Kearney, NE

Join funeral service professionals from Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri for three days of education, networking, and innovation!

✨ Attendees: Register now for continuing education, industry updates, and our NEW Funeral Bingo during the banquet! Don't forget to bring a goodie basket from your community for prizes! 🎲

🤝 Vendors: Booth space is filling fast! Showcase your products and services to regional funeral service decision-makers.

👉 Register & Learn More: www.nefda.org/convention

See you in Kearney!

02/18/2026

🌟 NeFDA Member Spotlight 🌟

Meet a third-generation funeral director who embodies 83 years of family legacy and 41 years of dedicated service to Nebraska families!

From watching his grandfather and father serve their community to now working alongside two licensed sons and a daughter in mortuary school, his family has owned their Atkinson funeral home since 1941.

His Philosophy: "I don't know the word 'no.' If we can create special memories or do something meaningful for families, we will do it, always."

Beyond funeral service, his community dedication is extraordinary:
✨ 40 years on the local fire department
✨ 35 years as an EMT
✨ 20+ years as a city councilman
✨ Held every office in NeFDA
✨ Two full terms on Nebraska's Board of Examiners

Thank you for your lifetime of service to Nebraska families! 🙏

12/31/2025