Pete Raben

Pete passed away on August 4, 2016 at his home in Crawford, Nebraska.

Pete was born on November 3, 1940 in Crawford, Nebraska.

He was 75.

He was the first son born to Elmer and Olive Raben. Pete went to rural school and graduated from Crawford High School in 1958. He was in the Army from November 1, 1963 to October of 1965.

Pete farmed, cowboyed, and drove truck for Marv Rising. He showed Hereford bulls for Royce and Catherine Hamm and others. He also worked at the sale barn with his horse Shorty. They were well known there. He also worked at Cameco Resources for several years. He reseeded grass all around the county.

Pete was a regular at coffee in downtown Crawford for years and will be missed.

He is survived by his brothers Paul, Ron, and Terry, and also his sister Pat.

He was preceded in death by his Mother Olive, Father Elmer, and his brother Gary.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for the Crawford Volunteer Fire Department or the Crawford Public Library. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

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