Wayne Robert Thrasher
June 14, 1956 – February 27, 2020 Wayne Robert Thrasher , 63, of Lincoln , passed away at The Monarch on February 27, 2020 after a long courageous battle with lung cancer. Wayne was born on June 14, 1956 in Lincoln to Connally and Leona (Gausman) Thrasher. He was employed with NAI FMA Realty as a maintenance technician before he became disabled. An avid bowler for many years and loved to go fishing and hunting. He is survived by his wife, Nancee Gardner; Step-father, Jerry Miller of Lincoln, NE; son, Avery (Emily) Thrasher of Baltimore, MD; daughter, Emily Thrasher of Lincoln; step-son Todd Krumm-Owens of Lincoln, NE; step-daughter Amanda (Dathan) Dubbs of Lincoln, NE; step-son, Sean Gardner of Fairmont, NE. Grandchildren; Rebel, Rogue, Harleigh, Danae, JoJo and Delaney; Brother, Tom (Dee) Thrasher of Las Vegas, NV; step-brothers David (Jerry) Miller, Mark Miller, both of Lincoln, NE. Loved by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by parents; grandparents; sister, Connie Snider. Graveside service will be held at a later date. To share thoughts, prayers and memories, please fill out the form below.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Colleen Helen Fantene
From Lincoln, Nebraska Born on November 19, 1952. Passed away on February 27, 2020. No service at this time.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Sheppard Ezekiel Perkins, Jr.
From Lincoln, Nebraska Born on November 21, 1939. Passed away on February 27, 2020. Memorial Service on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at Church of the Holy Trinity, 6001 A St, Lincoln, Nebraska. Memorials to Lincoln Public Library Foundation, Holy Trinity, or agency of your choice. For condolences, please use the form below.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Richard Earl Heston
From Waverly, Nebraska Born on December 31, 1940. Passed away on February 27, 2020. No service.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Sylvester Merritt
Sylvester Merritt, age 72 passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at his home in Lincoln, Nebraska with his family. He was born on May 10, 1947 in Omaha, Nebraska to James and Lonnie Merritt. He met the love of his life, his best friend and wife, Kimberly Dean in 1979. They recently celebrated 21 years of a beautiful union. Sylvester Merritt (Vetta) loved to spend time with his family and friends. He is the true definition of a great father, husband and friend. He is known for always putting his Family First. He had a special place in his heart for his 11 grandchildren; Takasia, Dyrece Jr., Armon’e, Andreas, De’Marrio, Jimmiah, Zy’Yiah, Kiyan, Jaia, Dallas and Jaxson. He loved to watch football and basketball with his friends. He loved fishing, cooking, BBQ’ing, humming and whistling some of his favorite tunes. Preceded in death by: Parents-James and Lonnie Merritt. Father and mother in-law-Dennis and Nancy Dean. Son-Dyrece Knaff. Sisters-Delores DeBerry and Casia Perry. Niece-Crystal Perry. Survivors include: Wife-Kim, Children-Amber Dean (Diego), Brittany Hill (Steven), Sylvester Dean, Kyra Burton, Clayton Dean (Nichole) and Alishia Dean (Dominic). Siblings-Lawrence Parker, Jacquelyn Conway (Donald), Romona Merritt-Berry and Andre Merritt (Elouise). A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday February 29, 2020 from 2:00pm-5:00pm at The Salvation Army, 2625 Potter Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68503. All deliveries and donations can be taken to Salvation Army the day of the celebration. To leave a condolence, please use the form below.
Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
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