"Randy, Dad, Grandpa! Almost 9 months now since you left us! You are missed and loved by so many. We feel your presence and you visit us in our dreams....but we wish you forever and always! Love, Sherry and your growing family!??'?"
In loving memory of
Randall "Randy" Scott Rohde
July 24, 1949 - May 17, 2016
Randall "Randy" Scott Rohde, 66, of Homer, NE passed away at a Sioux City hospital on Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Homer, NE with Vicar David Hawkins officiating. Visitation with the family present will begin one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in Rosehill Cemetery in Emerson, NE. Arrangements are under the direction of Mohr Funeral Home in South Sioux City, NE.
Randy was born on July 24, 1949 in Sioux City, IA, the son of William and Ellen (Beermann) Rohde. He grew up in Homer and graduated from Homer High School in 1967. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology from SDSU in Brookings, SD. Randy married Sherry Finch on September 23, 1978 in Norfolk, NE. The couple lived in Fremont, NE for 12 years before returning to Homer to "Live the Dream". He worked as an inspector for the USDA for 30 years and was currently employed for XPO Logistics in Sioux City, IA.
He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Homer, NE, where he was also confirmed, and was a Lifetime Union Member AFGE Local 769.
Randy was a wonderful, giving husband, father, grandpa and friend. No one was a stranger or enemy. He had a passion for family, food, visiting and storytelling, had a story for every occasion, and loved doing for others. He looked forward to quality grandpa time with grandsons Ian and Aiden and lived his life to the fullest.
Survivors include his wife, Sherry of Homer, NE; sons, Logan (Graci) of South Sioux City, NE and Chase (Kylee) of Emerson, NE; grandsons, Ian and Aiden; brothers, Bill B. (Jody) of Homer, NE and Ron (Tracy) of Lincoln, NE; mothers-in-law, Lila (Jerry) Carter of Plattsmouth, NE and Sandra Finch of Elkhorn, NE; sisters-in-law, Joni (Jim) Meisinger of Plattsmouth, NE, Jen Hansen of Greenwood, NE and Lori Morehead of Omaha, NE; aunt, Arlene Scott of Oklahoma City, OK; and several nieces and nephews.
Randy was preceded in death by his parents, William E. and Ellen Rohde; grandparents, William G. & Martha Rohde and Fred and Agnes Beermann; father-in-law, Deward Finch; brother-in-law, Norm Hansen; and a nephew, Robert Lonn.
In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family for designation to be made at a later time.
Please direct memorials to the family for designations to be made at a later date.
Tributes
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"My sincere condolences to Randy's family. May the Good Lord uplift you."
""Randall Von Randall"! Your dad, Uncle Bill, nicknamed us years ago. It's been a special bond of a lifetime! We had some great times, especially in high school. Thanks for the memories. God saw that you fulfilled your purpose and sent you on. So many family and friends will welcome you to a place where there is only Pure Love for your Celebration of Life in your Heavenly home! God will continue to protect your family. As you know, you are deeply loved and missed by you beautiful family. You're definitely in good hands and in wonderful company. "Kala Von Kala""
"Sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family."
"Sharing your loss and remembering fun and crazy times and stories shared with Randy starting with 4H and showing sheep at the county fair. Our friendship continued over the years and we enjoyed visits and phone calls and shared the love of Havanese dogs. Going home to Nebraska meant seeing the Rohde's and having a visit with Randy while we were there. There is a big empty spot in our world and the big guy will be terribly missed. He has left too soon, but left us with great memories to cherish. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Deb and Dwight"
"I wish we had the opportunity to know Randy better. He was so full of life and fun. We are blessed to have had those times at Bricktown, the Memorial and at Tami and Greg's. Our prayers are with you. "
"Sherry, my condolences to you & your family. My prayers to you all. Randy was a good friend to me when I was with Kevin. He was always so happy & giving. I am sorry for your loss."
"Sherry- God Bless you and your family! Sorry for your loss! Love- Dewey Hupke and family"
"I worked with Randy at IBP, Dakota City, NE. Everyday was Randy's storytelling day. He loved to sing "Rolling on the river" by Credence Clearwater. USDA meat inspector Randy Rohde kept a sharp knife. Mine would be dull."
"Sending out thoughts and prayers! "