Della was born in Stromsburg, NE December 17, 1943. She grew up on her family farm until she met and married the love of her life, Joe Bartushock on June 16, 1962. They lived in Columbus, NE and were members of St. Anthony Catholic Church. They raised three children, Nick, Frank and Polly.
Until she retired, Della was an insurance agent / receptionist with the Shanahan Insurance agency.
Della enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren, Hannah, Landon and Logan. She enjoyed camping and her adventures with Joe took her all over the country filling her life with joy and laughter. The snowbirds finally migrated perminatly to Apache Junction, AZ in 2015. She stayed active living life to the fullest until her passing on August 15, 2022.
She was truly loved and will be dearly missed by everyone whose lives she touched.
Della is preceded in death by her parents George and Dolores Lux, her brother Larry Lux and her son Nick Bartushock.
Joe and family’s sorry to hear of Dellas passing. Our deepest sympathy.