Victoria A. Dunn “Vicky”
The sun shone a bit less brightly on November 15, 2025 with the passing of Victoria Evers Dunn whose smile always brightened those around her.
Funeral services will be December 13 at 1:30 pm at St. John’s Catholic Church, 7601 Vine St. in Lincoln. A rosary will precede the funeral at 1:00 pm.
Vicky grew up in Grand Island, Nebraska as the second of three daughters born to Betty and Hubert Evers. She attended Blessed Sacrament Grand School and Grand Island Senior High School. Vicky attended Kearney State College where she majored in journalism and was an active member of Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority. She graduated in May 1973.
After college, she married Bill Dunn in Grand Island. They lived in Lincoln where Vicky worked for KLIN radio. Vicky and Bill then lived in Cedar Rapids, IA, Melbourne, FL and eventually relocated to Orange, CA where Vicky lived for over 20 years.
In 2009, Vicky moved back to Lincoln to be closer to family. Never one to sit still, Vicky was dedicated employee at Nelnet until the time of her death, and was a tireless and cheerful volunteer at St. John’s Catholic Church, University Place, and the Alzheimer’s Association. She was a devoted mother and a cherished friend whose kindness shaped every room she entered. Her love for her family was unwavering, and her friendships were built on genuine care, laughter, and deep connection. She gave so much of herself to the people she loved, and her presence will be missed by all who knew her.
In 2019, Vicky was diagnosed with cancer. Through her strong faith and excellent medical care, she achieved total remission and didn’t miss a beat with her work and volunteer life until the cancer reappeared just a few weeks ago.
Vicky is survived by son Jamie, daughter-in-law, Honor and their daughters Chloe and Harper; daughter Angie and her fiancé Sam Holzinger; sister Fran, brother-in-law, Randy Horst; and niece Stephanie Thurber. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Chris.
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Sorry for your loss my condolences to the family
Condolences to the family. My fond memories of Vicky was at Grandma Riggs house for dinners and 4th of July.
Vicky was a very special friend in high school, and though we haven’t seen each other often since, I always loved the times we had together. She would always tell me how blessed she was to have wonderful children and how much she loved spending time with you & your families. She loved her sisters as well & spoke often of them. Vicky was the Maid of Honor at my wedding. She made the trip from Lincoln to Kearney in 2021 to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Vicky cared deeply for people & showed her love in tangible ways. May you feel God’s presence close to you as you grieve. Blessings and prayers, Renee Brodine.
My heart is with your entire family. Vicky was one of those rare people who made everyone feel seen, supported, and welcome. I feel grateful for every year, every conversation, and every piece of life we shared. Her love lives loud in her children, and even louder in how she adored her grandchildren. They were her joy, her pride, and her heart walking around in the world.
I keep thinking about the birthday post I wrote for her just a few months ago in September. I had no idea it would be the last one. I’m thankful she got to read it and hear exactly how loved she was. Our final phone call lasted about two and a half hours, which for us barely counted as a full conversation. We laughed, we cried, and we said everything we needed to say. I didn’t know it then, but her voice in that moment would stay with me forever.
When I think back on our friendship, it always brings me to the beginning at AMC. We started as two coworkers, and before I knew it she had become the person the universe decided to glue to my life. Over the next twenty three years we built a friendship full of meals, marathon phone calls, and a vault of secrets that will stay sealed for eternity. And then there were the days she dragged me into loving Angels baseball. Sitting in her season seats under that California sun, yelling at the field, laughing at each other, and going home sunburned like bright red tomatoes. I fell in love with the sport all over again. Mostly because I got to watch the game next to her laughing and cheering.
Halfway through our friendship she moved back home to Nebraska to be closer to her family. Even though the miles stretched wider, nothing between us changed. We didn’t get to see each other often, but our conversations never paused or missed a beat. I could call her after months apart, and she’d answer like I had only stepped out of the room for a minute. That was her gift. Her love was steady, immediate, and unbreakable, no matter the distance.
Vicky showed up for me through every season of my life. Through the highs, the lows, and the “how did we make it through that” moments. She taught me how to use my voice, how to make a difference, and just as importantly, how to listen. She had a way of telling me what I needed to hear, even when I didn’t want to hear it, and making me grateful she said it.
I’m going to miss her laugh, her fire, her honesty, and those conversations that lasted longer than entire TV series. I’m going to miss how she could sense in two seconds when something was off with me, even when I tried to pretend everything was fine. But I’ll carry her with me. In the way I show up for people. In the way I love fiercely. In the way I try to be the kind of friend she was to me.
Vicky, thank you for being my ride or die. Thank you for the memories, the loyalty, the humor, and the heart you poured into everyone you loved. If there’s one thing I wish for everyone reading this, it’s that they’re lucky enough to have at least one friend like you in their life. I was lucky enough to have you for twenty three years.
I love you. I always will.
May your memory be a blessing, today and always.
Vicky left the most impressionable mark on those she met, with her kind nature and giving spirit. Although she existed in my world briefly through my childhood and later connected in my adult years, her home always remained a fond memory to me. I loved our summer days splashing in the pool with Angie and the kids and I’ll NEVER forget Vicky’s famous “little smokies” in the crockpot! I still make those til this day.
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Grateful for the memories she created for everyone.
She will be missed dearly by those who loved her.
Rest in heavily peace Vicky.
My prayers for your comfort and peace. Vicky was a vibrant, loving neighbor. Her volunteer energy for University Place improved the joy in the area immeasurably. She was instrumental in passing on her archived resources to the new Creative District president, so her legacy of love lives on.
My condolences to Vicky’s family. Vicky was a steadfast and passionate advocate for the University Place neighborhood. She was full of knowledge and kindness and helped us to become a certified creative district. We will miss her.
Vicky was a great friend in junior high and high school. She came to LA to visit with her son and family. Every time she came we would go to Paradise Cove to have lunch on the beach. She loved the beach and we would wade in it even if our feet were frozen I will miss her and will always remember the things we did together in Grand Island and every where. Love you and miss you Vicky.😍
My condolences to all her friends + family! Vicky was such a wonderful person – I enjoyed getting to know her through the Uni Place Creative District and being her neighbor! Her deep love for the neighborhood was felt each time we had a chance to chat, she will be missed greatly by so many.
My heart goes out to the Dunn family.
Vicky was a tireless leader that helped put University area on the map. She always believed in the unity, history and cohesiveness of the northeast Lincoln area.
She was a wonderful volunteer and caring member of Saint John’s Church. Her faith, kindness,and tenacity will be remembered always as part the fabric of our community and all the lives she touched. A life well lived! Rest faithful servant.🙏🏻