Myrna Strain, 70, of Genoa, Nebraska, died Monday, October 10, 2022, at the Genoa Community Hospital.

The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, October 14, at the Genoa United Methodist Church with Pastor Connie Kramer officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM and continue one hour prior to the service on Friday, all at the church. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to those of the family or donor's choice.

Myrna Strain was born January 19th, 1952, in Fullerton, Nebraska to Harvey and Dora (Keller) Harris. She was the 6th of 10 children. Myrna grew up in Fullerton, Nebraska and graduated from Fullerton High School. On August 11th, 1979, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Strain in Fullerton, Nebraska. They most recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary. For many years, Myrna was a stay-at-home mom to her three daughters- Samantha Rae, Andrea Linn, and Daniella Anna. She was also known to many others as a second mom and second grandma. Myrna was employed at various restaurants over the years-including Bridger's Cafe, Konz Korner, Looking Glass, and the Fullerton Sale Barn. Myrna was known around town for her home-made cinnamon rolls, often pulling all-nighters making 15-20 dozen at a time. Aside from being one of the best home cooks, Myrna enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, collecting chicken figurines, cookbooks, and especially, spending time with her pets and grandchildren.

Myrna is survived by:
Husband - Kenneth Strain of Genoa, Nebraska
Daughter - Samantha (Gary) Mack of Genoa, Nebraska
Daughter – Andrea (Alonso) Bustamante of Arvada, Colorado
Daughter – Daniella (Nathan) Carlson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota
10 Grandchildren-Ethan Strain of Columbus, Nebraska; Austin Strain of Tarnov, Nebraska; Isaac Strain, Hailey Strain, and Alexa Strain all of Genoa, Nebraska; Avery Bustamante and Ivy Bustamante of Arvada, Colorado; and Emerson Carlson, Brooklyn Carlson, and Spencer Carlson all of Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Great Grandson – Elias Strain of Columbus, Nebraska
Siblings – Mary Lee Konz of Genoa, Nebraska; Harold (Diane) Harris and Fred Harris both of Fullerton, Nebraska; Margie (Terry) Foland of Texas; Lloyd (Ann) Harris of Gretna, Nebraska; Rex (Patsy) Harris of Republic, Missouri; and Colleen (Kevin) Lincoln of St. Libory, Nebraska
Multiple nieces and nephews

Myrna was preceded in death by:
Infant Son – Nicolas Frederick Strain
Parents – Harvey and Dora Harris, and Thomas and Shirley Strain
Sister – Maxine Harris
Sisters-in-law – Patricia Strain, Sandra Niemann
Brother – Kent Harris
Brother-in-law - David Konz

Service Folder Information
The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall
not want. He makes me to lie
down in green pastures; He leads
me beside the still waters. He
restores my soul; He leads me
in the paths of righteousness for
His name's sake.
Even though I walk through the
valley of the shadow of death, I will
fear no evil; for You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff they comfort
me; You prepare a table before
me in the presence of mine enemies;
You anoint my head with oil,
my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall
follow me all the days of my life;
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.



In Loving Memory Of

Myrna Strain

Born
Saturday, January 19, 1952
Fullerton, Nebraska

Entered Into Rest
Monday, October 10, 2022
Genoa, Nebraska

Memorial Service
Friday, October 14, 2022 10:30 AM
Genoa United Methodist Church
Genoa, Nebraska

Officiant
Pastor Connie Kramer

Music
"Amazing Grace"
"How Great Thou Art"

Honorary Bearers
Grandchildren and Great Grandson

Interment
Valley View Cemetery
Genoa, Nebraska