Joseph J Forman

Jan 1, 1920 - Aug 18, 2015

WWII Veteran, 43 year Safeway Employee

Preceded in death by Wife Evelyn. Daughter: Marge Vanek. Sister: Alice Novak. Brother: James Forman

Survived by Daughters & Sons in Law: Beverly & Vic Riha, Bellevue. Carol & Wally Kozicki, Omaha. Son in Law: Dennis Vanek, Bellevue. Grandchildren & Spouses: Jim & Tami Riha, Tim & Christine Riha, Bill & Kari Riha, Dean & Julie Vanek, Dale & Collene Vanek, Joe & Tara Kozicki. 11 Great Grandchildren 1 Great Great Granddaughter

Joe served in the United States Army under General Patton for four years. His nickname was “gunner.” While lying in a hospital bed in Germany he was kissed on the forehead by Madelyn Carolle, a film star of the era. Joe has been decorated with a Bronze Star for heroic service and a Purple Heart after being wounded in battle. Joe is one of only a few men who have survived stepping on a land mine, and blessed further by not losing his leg.

Visitation Thursday 1-8 pm at mortuary with family receiving friends from 5-7. Wake service at 7:00 pm

Funeral service Friday 10:00 am St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Interment Cedar Dale Cemetery. Memorials to Hillcrest Hospice or Favorite Charity.

Arrangements under the direction of Kahler Dolce Mortuary, Papillion, NE.