Robert G. Lueder of Lueder Construction Inducted into Omaha Business Hall of Fame
Former president of Lueder Construction (www.lueder.com), Robert G. Lueder (1922-2013), was inducted into the Omaha Business Hall of Fame this year. Every year, the Greater Omaha Chamber recognizes and honors those whose vision, work ethic, and dedication to community have made a greater Omaha.
Robert G. Lueder was president of Lueder Construction Company for more than three decades. Born and raised in the Omaha area, Lueder was a graduate of Benson High School and began studying architectural engineering at Iowa State University before having to serve in World War II. After the war, Lueder finished his studies and joined Lueder Construction in 1940, one year after his father obtained full ownership of the firm. Lueder was always known for his meticulous work and became company president in 1961 before retiring in 1994. Lueder had three children with his wife Mary and was very active in the community; including service with Nebraska Methodist Hospital, the Greater Omaha Chamber, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and the Omaha Community Playhouse.
“Bob was a man of great integrity. He really understood doing the right thing for the right reasons. He truly, truly cared for the people around him,” said Brad von Gillern of Lueder Construction.
Lueder Construction has worked on a number of large and visible projects in the Omaha metro. From the renovation of the original Woodmen of the World building to the Peregrine Hotel downtown, they have the town pretty well covered. They also have school projects for OPS, Bellevue, Elkhorn, and Gretna on the books and are pleased to be working with each of their clients. To learn more, visit www.lueder.com.