Kenneth Fairchild
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Kenneth Fairchild, 79 who passed away on Monday February 9, 2026, in Lincoln Nebraska leaving family and friends to mourn. Ken was born in North Platte, Nebraska on July 3, 1946, to F Donald Fairchild and Ila I Fairchild.
Upon on his graduation from North Platte High School in 1964, he served 4 years in the US Navy. After the Navy he went on to attend the University of Nebraska where he received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering. He enjoyed a 44-year career at Olsson Associates as a registered Electrical and Mechanical Engineer before retiring in 2018.
In his spare time, he enjoyed time spent with family, hunting trips, fishing trips – especially the annual Lake of the Woods family trip and traveling abroad with his wife and friends.
He is survived by his wife Pam of 41 years, daughter Lindsey Frohn, granddaughter Flora Frohn, brother David Fairchild (Donna), sister Margaret Geisler (Larry), twin sister Kaye Nelson (Raul), and many nephews and nieces.
A Celebration of Life will be held on February 28, 2026, at 10:00 am at Anchor Bible Church (former Epic Church building) at 6601 S 70th Street, Lincoln Nebraska.
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Condolences for Kenneth Fairchild
I graduated with Ken from NPHS. Ken was so nice to everyone and highly respected. May God comfort you all and give you peace.
I am very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. It’s been a long time since his days at Olsson, but I remember him well. Please know that I’m keeping you and your family in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Mary (Miller) Campbell
It was a joy and a privilege to work with Ken. I am so sad to hear of his passing.
Ken will be missed by all who loved and cared for him. May the God of all comfort sustain you and give you His peace.
I’m very sorry to hear about Ken’s passing. I worked for him for almost ten years at Olsson, a time I look back on fondly. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to Pam, Lindsey, and all of Ken’s family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ken. I really enjoyed working with him at Olsson. We had the same walking schedule when we moved to our new office and would walk around together. He was a great mentor to many, he will be missed.
So sorry to hear of Kens passing. I worked with Ken for many years at Olsson and he was a mentor and a friend who helped me recognize my potential. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
Sue & Lloyd Caines
I was so sad to hear of Ken’s passing. Ken worked closely with my dad, Ed on projects for Chadron State College, and helped me obtain my job at Olsson! He was such a warm and fun person who I very much enjoyed working with. Rest in peace, Ken.
I am saddened by Ken’s passing. I had the privilege of working with Ken at various times over my career with Olsson. I remember him as a very kind, happy soul. He was always ready to help with my many questions. Everywhere I traveled in Nebraska and Kansas, they knew Ken. My deepest sympathies to your family.