Joseph Gene Coble

Joseph Gene Coble, 82, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Joe spent his childhood in Wood Lake, Nebraska, where he developed a love for hunting and fishing in the picturesque Sandhills. He had a strong passion for sports, excelling in both basketball and baseball. Joe graduated from Kearney State College in 1963 with a Bachelor of Arts in Education, where he also nurtured his passion for baseball as a member of the KSC baseball team. In 1977, he earned a Master’s in Administration from Wayne State College. Over his 46-year career in public education, Joe made a lasting impact as a coach, teacher, and principal, positively influencing countless students. During the summers, Joe devoted himself to coaching baseball from pee-wees to town-team, passing on his passion and knowledge to players over the years. Many of those players stayed in touch, frequently calling or visiting him to reminisce about the wins, the losses, and the unforgettable moments they shared “between the lines.” Known for his quick wit, he had a gift for making others feel at ease and engaged. Joe married the love of his life, DeVon, and from their union came three children, Jeff, Kris, and Cory, who were the center of Joe’s world. Joe was family-oriented and took immense pride in supporting his children and grandchildren in their many endeavors. Whether coaching their teams, cheering from the sidelines, or offering guidance and encouragement, he was always their biggest fan. Joe’s dedication to his family created countless cherished memories and inspired a legacy of hard work, teamwork, and unwavering support. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, DeVon (Kemper), his sons, Jeff and Cory (Jackie), and his daughter, Kris (Brian) Obermeyer. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren: Courtney (Adam) Stottler, Blake (Jasmine) Obermeyer, and Madeline Coble (Matt Clarke), along with six beloved great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to Eaton Field Projects, Bank First, 402 Main street Wakefield, Ne 68784. A celebration of life will be held at DJ's Dugout, 19020 Evans St, Elkhorn, NE Saturday, January 25th from 12:00 to 3:00pm.

Joseph Gene Coble

May 20, 1942 - January 7, 2025