Roger Wehrbein

Roger Wehrbein (born August 18, 1938) is an American politician and a former member of the unicameral Nebraska Legislature.

Early life Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, Wehrbein graduated from Plattsmouth High School and the Agriculture College of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He was in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1962, and was a U.S. Army Reserve company commander. Wehrbein married Jeanene Markussen on October 7, 1961; they have two, Douglas and David.

Political career Wehrbein began his political career on the Cass County Fair Board and as Cass County Commissioner. He was elected to the legislature, representing Nebraska's Legislative 2nd district centered in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, on November 4, 1986, and was re-elected four times from 1990 to 2002. He was on the Appropriations Committee for 18 years, and chaired the committee for 10 years.

Personal life Wehrbein continued to work on his family's farm, alongside his three brothers, while serving as representative and after his term ended.

Wehrbein's wife, Jeanene, died on November 6, 2016.

Honors and awards Nebraskan of the Year, Rotary Clubs of Nebraska, 2008 Alumni Service Award, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, 2003/2004 Nebraska Hall of Agriculture Achievement Omaha Agribusiness Club Gamma Sigma Delta honoree, 1999 Nebraska Agribusiness Club honoree, 1980 Alpha Gamma Rho outstanding alumnus, 1976, 1981 Omaha Area Kiwanis Farm Family of the Year, 1984 UNL Block and Bridle Club honoree, 1993. Alternate delegate, 1996 Republican National Convention