Hilde E. Fishler

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished, fun-spirited soul, Hilde Fishler on July 7th, 2026, at the age of 87. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Central City with Father Bill L’Heureux officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 17th from 5-7 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. rosary service at the church. Interment will be held at Central City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later time. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.soltwagnerfuneral.com. Hilde was born in Ohlau, Germany (now known as Olawa, Poland) on January 16th, 1939, to Arthur Wilhelm Neutert and Margarete Elisabeth nee Haase. Known for her fierce bravery, strong will and unwavering determination, these qualities were forged from losing her mother at an early age and life’s challenges in post-World War II. These qualities undoubtedly helped her navigate coming to a country where she didn’t speak the language and adapting to a small farming community. Hilde met her husband, John, who was on a military assignment just outside of Donauworth, Germany. She spoke little English, he spoke little German, but they didn’t let that stop them. They married on November 24, 1959, and came to Central City, NE in 1962 to manage the Pawnee Farms after John’s father passed. Over her 66-year marriage to John, she was a devoted mother to Mary, Steve, Mark, Heidi, and Todd, a proud grandmother to Nathan, Jaysen, Emily, and Wyatt, and a tender great grandmother to Declan. Her radiant smile lit up any room she entered, which undoubtably led her to become a prominent member of the Litzenberg Memorial Hospital community for over 40 years as a Nurse’s Assistant. Having taken care of nearly everyone in Central City and nearby communities, we still hear many stories of her compassionate care and her crazy German accent. She enjoyed lady’s clubs, bowling, and traveling to whatever adventure John took her. Hilde, a die-hard Cornhusker fan, she loved to watch Football and Volleyball. Never missing a game, she so passionately cheered for her teams from her favorite armchair. A private and quiet person, Hilde had sharp but playful wit. Fearless, independent, sensitive, and compassionate are all words that we would use to describe her. She was a kind, caring soul that impacted many, but most importantly us. She will be forever missed. Survived by: Kids: Mary Albright, Steve Fishler life partner Samantha Brooks, Mark Fishler, Heidi Fishler husband Shannon Trice, Todd Fishler wife Tamar Fishler Grand Children: Nathan Albright, Jaysen Albright and life partner Becky Boone, Emily husband Ashton Francis, Wyatt wife Brittany Fishler Great Grandchild: Declan Fishler Niece and Great Niece of Germany: Caroline & Christian Frey, Kathrin & Michael Gotzfried In Memorial: Husband of 66 years: John Fishler Parents: Arthur Wilhelm and Margarete Elisabeth Neutert Sisters: Ilse, Elisabeth, Gisela Brothers: Gunther, Werner, Gerhard, Helmut

Hilde E. Fishler

January 16, 1939 - July 7, 2026