Lois I. McDaniel was born February 25, 1933 in Johnstown, NE to George and Minnie (Jessup) McDaniel. She attended school in Johnstown and graduated in the class of 1950.

Lois met and married Gerald D. Titus at the family ranch near Springview, NE on June 4, 1950. To this union, four children were born: Linda, Jean, Edward and Ernest.

Lois was busy with raising four children, helping on the ranch and keeping records for Gerald’s trucking business along with raising a large garden. She belonged to the Three Pines Extension Club for many years and was an active participate at the Keya Paha County Fair for years baking many prize winning cakes and showing canned goods.

As family grew, all became active in 4-H activities with cooking, sewing, calves and other projects

She suffered a stroke in 2000 which limited the things she could do, but still kept the yard and flowers neat and clean. Then in May of 2022, she had another stroke which left her left hand/arm mostly disabled and she was totally dependent on oxygen for many years.

She lived in her home until 91½ yrs old and then moved to Cherry Hills Assisted Living in Valentine, NE where she made many new friends. Then in September of 2025, she moved to the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett, NE. She loved it there as they had many activities to do and also was able to go on the many bus tours they offered. Again, she made many new friends and enjoyed the care she received and always kept the staff on their toes with her sharp and witty mind. Lois passed away at the Long Term Care on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 after a short illness.

Lois is survived by her children, Linda (Stanley) Keever of Winner, SD, Jean (Scott) Stewart of Montrose, SD and Edward Titus of Springview; grandchildren, Sandy (Toby) Carstens of Dimock, SD, Jessica Jones of Mitchell SD, Eric (Becky) Opperman of Mitchell, Aaron Jones of Rapid City, SD, Amy Titus of Omaha, NE, Tony Titus of Springview and Dustin (Otilla) Titus of Lincoln, NE; 15 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Lois is also survived by two step-grandchildren, Naomi Stewart and Duane Stewart both of Sheridan, OR; four step-great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Kathy Titus of Springview; along with nieces, nephews and other family members.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents and step-parents, (father) George and Sarah McDaniel and (mother) Minnie and William Hartgrave; her in-laws, Fred and Irene Titus; her husband, Gerald Titus; son, Ernest Titus; daughter-in-law, Lisa Titus; granddaughter, Angela Jones; great-grandson, Blaize Perry; five brothers, Vernon, Charles, Lewis, George Jr. and Arthur McDaniel; two sisters, Fern Versaw and Mabel Persefield; four brothers-in-law, Ted Versaw, Ivan Persefield, Donald and Howard Titus; and four sisters-in-law, Marilyn, Iretta, Lucy, and Diane McDaniel.

Graveside Service was held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview with Pastor Tim Wyrick officiating at the event. The George Strait CD Selections of “Carrying My Love With Me” and “I Cross My Heart” were played. Casketbearers were: Tony Titus, Darrel Titus, Toby Carstens, Larry Titus, Aaron Jones and Nathan Goldammer. Memorials were suggested to the family in Lois’ name. Arrangements were handled through the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.