About the Deets HomeStore…
…It all was started long ago, 1961 in Madison, Nebraska, by a hard working 37 year-old entrepreneur by the name of Martin Deets. Martin Deets started is full-time working career as a hired man on the farm of Herman Hass (brother-in-law) straight out of 8th grade in Cuming County Nebraska. Driving a team of 8 work horses to till the land at age 12 seemed “normal” to the young blonde lad at that time. After a few years on the farm, a short stint in the Armed Services and graduating from Business College in Norfolk, Nebraska…He began his business career. Martin met and married Norma Jean Major in 1951. Another try at farming in the mid- fifties, some over-the-road sales jobs, and then a position at the Kesting Furniture Store in downtown Norfolk from 1958-1961, motivated Martin and Norma, now with 3 young daughters and a 4th child on the way, to start Deets Furniture in Madison, Nebraska on September 1st, 1961.
Martin started out in a very humble fashion, with a $5,000 loan from a favorite Uncle, he paid rent on an old department store in Madison, an apartment for his growing family, bought a used delivery truck and some inventory that Martin said “…I had to spread out to make it look like I had something….” Things went well early on and the store grew into a favored place to buy furniture, floor coverings and draperies in the Madison County area. The sixties also brought 2 baby boys, Ron and Tim who currently own and operate the Deets HomeStore, into the family.
In 1976, a new warehouse/showroom was constructed ½ block east of the original location and both locations continued to be used. In the early 1980’s, Ron and Tim came home to Madison to help run the store. Let’s just say there was a lot of learning going on at that time….
1987 brought more change to the Deets Furniture operation as another location on North Riverside Blvd. in Norfolk, Nebraska was added. By 1989, all retail activity in the Madison locations was ceased and all efforts were concentrated on the Norfolk store. A ten year time span showed more learning and growth, growth that led to the thought of owning our own buildings and moving to a better location.
In 1996, 9 acres of land were purchased at our current location on South Hwy 81, Norfolk, Nebraska. A large, 71,000 square foot, steel warehouse/showroom building was constructed, the Deets Furniture and Flooring operation moved and opened for business on October 9, 1997.
In 2004, a 12,000 square foot building was constructed on an out lot and the selling of value produced furniture began, this operation, Doing business as “Furniture and Bedding 4 Less” employees 3 people and makes shopping quick and easy while selling “Good Stuff…Priced Right”!!!!
Today, the All-New Deets HomeStore offers employment to 28 hardworking northeast Nebraskans and is the home of The Abbey Flooring Center of Norfolk, The Mattress Center and the Deets Furniture Floors…All inside the Deets HomeStore Building on South Hwy 81, Norfolk, Nebraska.
Too many of you reading this story, 1961 may seem like a very long time ago, but to a certain lady and gentleman named Norma Jean and Martin Deets, I’ll bet it seems like just yesterday….
For Nearly 50 years bringing Eastern Nebraska…Value, Selection and a whole lot More…You’ll Find It All…All at Deets HomeStore !!!!
Our Staff
Ron Deets
President
| "I strive to provide the highest quality service at all levels of our operation, while giving our customers the greatest possible value." |
|
Tim Deets
Secretary / Treasurer | "I believe Deets Furniture and Flooring offers the best combination of values, which includes merchandise, pricing, and most important, sales service." |
|
Teena Fenwick
Administrative Assistant
Human Resources
11 years of service | "Being a family-owned business, we know how important it is that your shopping experience is an enjoyable one." |
|
Shari Lynn Blecher
Sales Manager
10 years of service | "Contact me...my staff and I will help you create a beautiful home." |
|
Dick Teeslink
Floor Covering Manager
4 years of service | "Contact me...my staff and I will provide you with value, quality, and service second to none." |
|
Carol Wecker
Office Manager
3 years of service | "My staff and I will see to it that your sales transaction is completed accurately and promptly. Here at Deets Furniture and Flooring, we value your time and patronage!" |
|
Rod Remmers
Warehouse Manager
4 years of service | "My warehouse staff and I receive, store, inspect, and deliver furniture as quickly and efficiently as possible. We aim to be the best, while satisfying our customers." |
|
Shanan Thompson
Service Manager
14 years of service | "Quality and service are #1 in my department. In the unlikely event that your purchase needs repair, I can assure you it will be accomplished promptly and with great attention to detail." |
|
Store Hours
Deets Furniture & Flooring
2010 South 13th Street
Norfolk, Nebraska 68701
Tel: 402-371-7679
Fax: 402-371-5612
CLICK HERE to contact our staff.
| Monday | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
We are closed on Sundays and the following holidays so our employees can spend time with their families:
- New Year's Day
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
Click here for a Map and Driving Directions to our store.
Payment Options
We accept cash, check and the following credit cards:
0% interest instant financing is also available. Click here to apply online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or apply in-store during normal business hours.
