Elvira "Vera" Kobza

Vera was born on July 15, 1946, in Chihuahua, Mexico, to Julian and Josefina Villegas. She was 9 out of 12 children. Vera lived a life rooted in faith, family, and love, touching the lives of all who knew her with her strength, warmth, and unmistakable spirit.

Vera was deeply passionate about her family, her church, and most of all, her grandchildren. Nothing brought her greater joy than spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She took immense pride in her family and cherished every opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments, offer guidance, and create lasting memories together.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frederick Kobza, in 2022; her daughter, Deana Reubenking, in 2025; her parents, Julian and Josefina Villegas; and her brothers, Julian Jr., Manuel, Santos, Dolores (Lalo) Villegas.

Vera is survived by her children, William (Laurie) Reubenking, Lisa (Jonathan) Hamilton, Kristina Comstock and stepson Travis (Marisa) Kobza; her sisters, Luisa Rodriguez, Maria de Jesus Perez, Bea/Cruz Soto, Lenor and Maria Eva Villegas; her brothers, Jose Villegas and Salvador Villegas; 18 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren, along with many extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

Those who knew Vera will remember her unwavering dedication to her family, her strong faith, and her spunky personality. She was never afraid to speak her mind and always shared her thoughts with honesty, conviction, and love. Her strength of character, sense of humor, and caring heart made her a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

While her passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who loved her, her legacy lives on through the family she treasured and the countless lives she touched. Her love, wisdom, and devotion will be remembered for generations to come.

"Those we love don't go away; they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear."

Elvira will be honored with a visitation at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 640 N 56th St, Lincoln, NE 68504, on November 13, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a Funeral Service at the same location on November 13, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.