Anne Spilker

Anne Marie Spilker, 53, of Cortland, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday May 17, 2026 in a Lincoln hospital. She was born on April 25, 1973 to Roger and Judy (Huetson) Spilker. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (Soap Creek), rural DeWitt. She graduated from Beatrice High School in 1991 and Lincoln School of Commerce in 1992. Anne married Scott Meyers on August 28, 1999, and they later divorced. She worked in travel offices, medical offices, and insurance offices until her health declined.

Anne courageously battled Muscular Dystrophy and was a loving and supportive presence in her family’s life. She treasured her family above all else and held a special place in her heart for her numerous pets. She had enjoyed playing softball, horseback riding, and watching scary movies. Anne is remembered for her strong faith; being a very empathetic and patient listener; and despite her physical limitations—was always interested in other people’s experiences and travels. Anne loved playing, and especially winning, at cards and various games, and very much appreciated everyone who came to visit with her.

Anne is survived by her mother, Judy, and step-dad Dennis Rosene, brother Chris (Jessica) Spilker; nieces, Molly, Gillian, and Ingrid Spilker; nephew, Henry Spilker; step-brother Jon (Melissa) and step- nephew Philip Rosene, and step-sister, Pam (Chuck Stoner) Rosene. She was preceded in death by her father, Roger Spilker (2002).

Public visitation for Anne will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 from 1-8:00 PM at Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice, Nebraska where the family will be greeting friends from 6:00-7:30 PM. A family prayer service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9:45am CDT at St. Paul Lutheran (Soap Creek) Church near DeWitt, Nebraska and her Celebration Of Life Service will start at 10:00 AM on Saturday. Burial will be in the church cemetery. A memorial has been established to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and to St. Paul Lutheran (Soap Creek) Church with Ken Holsing and David Spilker in charge.

Her love, courage, and support have touched many lives and she will be deeply missed. We invite you to watch her video tribute, share your memories of Anne and upload photos to her memorial page at www.ghchapel.com so that we can all remember the wonderful woman that she was.

These services have been entrusted to the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice.