History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

Our funeral home is a family owned and operated business. We are large enough to give our families the same service as the largest funeral homes around, yet we are small enough that each family gets the level of attention and care they deserve. 

Our employees are caring, competent people with deep roots in the area. Following is a brief biography of each of our staff members. 

Our Valued Staff

  • Bob  Hemmingsen

    Bob Hemmingsen Funeral Director

    Bob was born and raised in Auburn. He is the third generation of his family to be in business in Auburn. Bob earned his Nebraska Funeral Director license in February of 1997 and opened Hemmingsen Funeral Home in April of 1998.

  • Carol  Hemmingsen

    Carol Hemmingsen Pre-Need

    Carol was born and raised in rural Johnson. Carol attended Peru State College and earned a degree in elementary education. Carol teaches second grade for Nemaha Valley public schools in Cook.

  • Derek  Hemmingsen

    Derek Hemmingsen Funeral Director

    Derek has moved back to Auburn and is now working full time with his father. Derek earned his Nebraska Funeral Director license in November of 2008.

  • Jason  Hemmingsen

    Jason Hemmingsen General

  • Ray   North

    Ray North Services

  • Dave  Pippert

    Dave Pippert Services

  • Donna  Klingler

    Donna Klingler Office

  • Annie  Thomas

    Annie Thomas Office

  • Joan  Bohling

    Joan Bohling Office

  • Phil Shaw

    Phil Shaw Services