Freddie "Cook" D. Lentz , 92

Freddie 'Cook' D. Lentz entered into the arms of our Heavenly Father on Dec. 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Viola Lentz, and his daughter Caroline Carritt (Kevin). He i s s urvived by his wife of 65 y ears, Lois; s on Tim (Charyl); grandchildren Timmy, Madison, Caleb, Parker all of Lincoln; and Kyle and Jeff in Omaha. He graduated from Long Pine High School in Long Pine and served four years in the US Air Force. Later, he earned his bachelor's degree in engineering technology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He was employed with the Nebraska Dept. of Roads for 50+ years in a variety of positions and was a Plan Reviewer/Engineer since mid-1970s, before retiring at 78 years old. Cook and Lois exemplified a dedicated commitment to marriage and family. Cook was known for his patience, strong work ethic and sense of humor. T o h is c hildren/grandchildren, h e w as not o nly a h ero b ut the best dad/grandpa, a steady guiding presence, whose legacy of kindness and d evotion w ill b e c herished f orever. A b urial w ill b e h eld o n Saturday, January 10, at 11:30 a.m. in the Grandview Cemetery in Long Pine. Lunch will follow at the Sandhills Lounge in Long Pine.