Milford Lee Woutzke, born September 28, 1938 in Kirksville, MO, passed away on May 1, 2025. Milford, a stalwart member of the Blue Springs, Nebraska community for 33 years, was known for his reliability and dedication. He was a beloved husband, having married Judith Martin on February 28, 1958 in Hamilton, Illinois. Milford was a hard worker, serving as a meat manager for various grocery stores throughout his life, and after retirement he lent his skills to ExMark Manufacturing. In his leisure time, Milford could often be found with a fishing line in the water or a guitar in his hands, his love for music a constant thread in his life. His service in the US Army Reserves and attendance at the River of Life Church and Wymore Church of Christ demonstrated his commitment to both his country and his faith.

Milford leaves behind his wife, Judy; children, Milford Allen (Debra) Woutzke of Blue Springs, Rita Lynn (Larry) Taylor of Canton, Missouri, Teresa Lynn (Larry) Lafountain of Vero Beach, Florida; Michael Allen Woutzke of Blue Springs; and Leslie (Dave) Shepardson of Wymore; grandchildren, Ryan Holtsclaw, Dalton Aden Woutzke, Melissa Colvin, Michelle Monroe, Kasey Kazukauskas, and Kayla Kazukauskas; 12 great grandchildren; siblings, Bill (Lola) Woutzke, Clint (Ellen) Woutzke; and Gloria Howe; several nieces and nephews and a host of extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lavada (Paris) Woutzke.

A graveside service will be held at the Blue Springs Cemetery on May 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM. There will be no viewing or visitation. We encourage all who knew Milford to leave memories and upload photos to the memorial page at www.ghchapel.com, to share in the celebration of his life.

These services have been entrusted to Laughlin-Hoevet Funeral Home in Wymore.