Esther Gackstatter, 90, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2014 in Newton, Kansas. She was born in Bloomington, Nebraska. Esther is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, Arnold Gackstatter. She is survived by eight nieces and nephews. Esther worked as a school teacher and a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell for 15 years. No services have been scheduled.