Geraldine T. "Gerry" Hajny

Hastings resident Geraldine T. “Gerry” Hajny, 93, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Mary Lanning Health Care in Hastings, NE. Rosary will be at 10:00 a.m., and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2026, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings, NE, with Father Craig Clinch officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings, NE. Memorials be given to St. Cecilia Catholic Church. The service will be live-streamed on Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home’s website. To view the service, go to Geraldine’s obituary and click the play button shown toward the bottom of the page. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lbvfh.com. Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home & Cremation Center is serving the family.

Geraldine was born on October 9, 1932, in Lawrence, NE, to Albert and Lenora (Biglin) Pohlmeier. Gerry was known for her strong work ethic and adventurous spirit. She owned and operated an antique business, where she enjoyed sharing her appreciation for history and unique treasures with others. Never one to shy away from hard work, she was always willing to lend a hand during harvest, contributing alongside family and friends with determination and pride.

At home, Gerry found great joy in tending to her beautiful flower gardens. She took pride in creating colorful blooms that reflected her gentle nature and brought happiness to all who visited. Whether working outdoors or spending time with loved ones, she embraced each day with gratitude and purpose.

A devoted member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Gerry was active in the Catholic Daughters and the Altar Society, where she faithfully served her parish for many years. Her deep faith was a guiding force throughout her life.

Preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Jeanne Petr and Connie Drudik; brothers, Tom, Jack & Dave Pohlmeier.

SURVIVORS: 
Husband: 
John Hajny – Hastings, NE 
Children & Spouses: 
Tim Hajny – Fairfield, NE 
Peg & Craig Oswald – Hastings, NE
Pam & Scott Cernik – Omaha, NE
Kim & Brian Mason – Omaha, NE
Grandchildren & Spouses: 
Zach & Aaron Oswald – Hastings, NE 
Lucas & Courtney Oswald – Fairfield, NE 
Jesse & Cheryl Oswald – Hastings, NE 
Brieanna & Tyler Huerta – Nashville, TN 
Brandon & Jordan Cernick – Omaha, NE 
Paige Mason - Lincoln, NE 
Jake & Shelby Mason – Minneapolis, MN 
Halle Mason – Minneapolis, MN
Great Grandchildren: 
Oliver, Annabelle, Jack, Henry, Zoey, Johnny, & Clyde Oswald 
Ryker & Rylan Huerta 
Ophelia Cernik 
Elycia, Eliya, & Eastyn Mason
Brother: 
Mick Pohlmeier
Sisters: 
Eileen Schneider 
Kathy Snyder