Ruby Hock Thelander
Ruby Hock Thelander, born on February 5, 1930 in Lincoln, NE to Friedrich and Magdalena Hock, died on April 16, 2024. Ruby married Roy Donald Thelander in 1951. She worked as the personal secretary for L.J. Messer at L&M Enterprises. A charter member of South Gate United Methodist Church, Ruby’s life was one of faith, determination and action. A natural leader, she held leadership positions within Church Women United, United Methodist Women, and Women’s Division of the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church. She chaired the development of Ecumenical Legislative Briefing Day, which has continued for more than 40 years. Survivors: Daughters: Amy (Burke) Hinds, of Minneapolis MN; Kay (Bill Parker) Penton, of Crete NE Grandchildren: Emily (Justin) Terrell, of Richfield MN; Ben (Natalie) Penton, Dustin Parker, Joel Parker of Lincoln NE; Lauren Parker of Crete NE; Mitchell Parker of Council Bluffs IA: Great-grandchildren: Booker Terrell, Ajani Terrell, Sören Penton; Sister: M. Joyce Riddle, of San Diego CA; Nieces and Nephews. Preceded in death by: Spouse: Roy Thelander; Sisters and Brothers in Law: Amy (Ray) Frohn, Mary (Harold) Schwabauer Brothers: George Hock, Fred (Pauline) Hock, and Robert Riddle. Memorial service: Saturday, May 4th at 11 a.m. at South Gate UMC, 3500 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506. Luncheon to follow. Memorials to South Gate UMC or United Methodist Women. 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.
Gerry Tompkin
Passed away on April 9, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church: 8550 Pioneers Boulevard in Lincoln. Please join the family for a light luncheon following the service at the church. 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.
Timothy E. Tierney
Timothy Eugene Tierney, age 71, of Lincoln, formerly of Grand Island, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln, NE. Timothy Eugene Tierney, the son of Edward Tierney and Gladys Tierney (Ragland) was born in Grand Island, NE on August 25, 1952, and passed away in Lincoln, NE on November 10, 2023, at the age of 71. Tim lived and worked around Grand Island most of his life, most recently in Aurora. He had many friends, and always enjoyed meeting for coffee at McDonalds in the mornings. He had many hobbies and loved attending football games and other sporting events. He had a passion for music and was an avid songwriter; always looking forward to collaborating with the music therapist who was helping him record some of his songs. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Kenneth; sister, Sandra Warren, and nephews, Austin Tierney and Daniel Tierney. Those who remain to cherish his memory are his 6 brothers, Larry (Cathy) of Yankton, South Dakota; Derrick of Council Bluffs, Iowa; Leslie of Omaha, Terry (Cindy) of Waverly; Mark (Sherri) of Red Oak, Iowa; and Edwin of West Palm Beach, Florida; 2 sisters, Bonnie Jean Ainsworth of Grand Island and Sharon Gonzales of Grand Island; many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am Tuesday, November 28th, at the Bremer Center, 1604 L St, Aurora, NE. Reverend Jim Garfield and Reverend Mark Borchardt will officiate. Burial will be in the Aurora Cemetery. Memorials may be made in care of the family to designate at a later date. 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.
Leonard L. Tollett
From Lincoln, NE. Born December 31, 1939 in Kermit, Texas. Passed away August 9, 2023 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.
Dan Eugene Thompson
Born on March 3, 1943. Passed away on May 29, 2023. Service information is pending. 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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