Nebraska Funeral Directors Association

11/27/2025

🍂✨ Happy Thanksgiving! ✨🍂

May your day be filled with warmth and laughter.

11/01/2025

2025 District Meetings are right around the corner! Click the link below to learn more and RSVP!!
https://www.nefda.org/calendar

10/08/2025

🌟 October Member Spotlight: Dan Krugman 🌟

Dan Krugman of Biglin’s Mortuary is a passionate Funeral Director and current Secretary of the NeFDA Board. A Nebraska native, Dan returned to his hometown of O’Neill in 2016 and has been serving families with compassion ever since. He believes in guiding families through grief with empathy and clarity.

Dan is also deeply involved in his community, serving on several local boards and helping organize events like Irish ‘Toberfest and Summerfest. His NeFDA membership keeps him connected and informed in the profession.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys time on the family ranch, shotgun sports, and lake days with his family.

Thanks for all you do, Dan!

08/29/2025

🌟 NeFDA Member Spotlight 🌟

Meet one of our dedicated Nebraska funeral directors who found his calling in an unexpected way - by randomly selecting "funeral director" from a career book in high school!

Since 2000, he's been serving families with heart, compassion, and dignity. As a licensed embalmer and funeral director since 2006, he truly wears many hats - from arrangements and paperwork to restorative arts and pre-need counseling.
His Philosophy: "It's not just about the 'goodbye,' but honoring a life and serving families with utmost dignity, helping them begin their journey towards peace."
Beyond funeral service, he's deeply involved in his Fremont community - serving on church council, YMCA board, Rebuilding Together (past president), and currently the Fremont Golf Club board. He has previously volunteered for Special Olympics and local schools, and yes - he was featured in the 2008 Men of Mortuary Calendar! 📅

When not serving families, you'll find him golfing, running, biking, or enjoying outdoor activities with his two daughters - his favorite stress relievers.
His advice to newcomers: Welcome new ideas, focus on being a skilled embalmer and restorative artist, stay professional and humble, and connect with your community.

Thank you for your dedication to Nebraska families and your service as Vice-President of the NeFDA Board of Directors! 🙏

08/29/2025

Happy Labor Day!

The association office will be closed on Monday, September 1. We wish you all a Happy Labor Day Weekend!

08/12/2025

Exciting news! The Nebraska Veterans Cemetery Grand Island website is now operational and available at: https://veterans.nebraska.gov/nebraska-veterans-cemetery-grand-island

On the website, you will be able to find information such as eligibility information, headstone information and other cemetery services.

County VSOs are available to assist families with questions and applications.

Please be advised that the official opening date for burials is still to be determined.

About the Cemetery Services Provided Eligibility Determination Request Request for Interment Headstone Inscription Request Columbarium Niche Inscription Request Grounds and Floral Policy Hours of Operation The cemetery is open for visitation of graves from dawn to dusk 7 days a week. The Administrat...

07/17/2025

We’re incredibly proud to recognize Association Member Chris Klingler for his compassionate work in helping a family plan the funeral of a World War II POW whose remains are finally coming home after nearly 80 years.

Learn more here https://www.wowt.com/2025/07/16/recently-identified-remains-world-war-ii-pow-arrive-nebraska/

The remains of a fallen American soldier taken prisoner during World War II are en route to his final resting place in Plymouth, Neb.

07/09/2025

07/04/2025

Wishing all our NeFDA members a joyful and safe Independence Day! May your celebrations be filled with pride, laughter, and time well spent with family and friends.

06/06/2025

📢 Nebraska Faces Funeral Director Shortage

Nebraska is experiencing a shortage of licensed funeral directors, a growing concern across the state.

NeFDA Past-President Stefanie Gonzalez, along with Funeral Professionals Chris Klinger and Dean Schneider, recently spoke out about the challenges and the need to attract and support the next generation in this vital profession.

Click the link to read the full article from Nebraska Public Media: https://nebraskapublicmedia.org/en/news/news-articles/after-2020-spike-in-mortality-rates-nebraska-funeral-directors-say-there-arent-enough-workers-in-the-industry/

Funeral directors across Nebraska said there is a serious need for more people to join the profession. The Nebraska Legislature passed a bill with the hopes of lightening the load for directors, but some say it might not be enough.