Lyle Franzen's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Gothenburg, Nebraska

Lyle Franzen

April 4, 1936 - July 23, 2025 (89 years old)

Gothenburg, Nebraska

Lyle Franzen's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Gothenburg, Nebraska

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Blase Strauser Memorial Chapel

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Lyle Franzen

April 4, 1936 - July 23, 2025 (89 years old)

Gothenburg, Nebraska

Lyle Franzen Obituary

The passing of Lyle Franzen of Gothenburg, Nebraska leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 23, 2025 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lyle Franzen to show support.

He was predeceased by: his son Rodney Franzen; his parents, John Franzen and Goldie Franzen; and his in-laws, Arthur and Martha Gronewold.

He is survived by: his wife Arlene (Gronewold); his sons, Gary Franzen (Trudy), Timothy Franzen and David Franzen (Becky); his daughter-in-law Ruthie Ostergard (Doak); his grandchildren, Aaron Franzen (Tina), Lucas Franzen, Alex Franzen (Karen), Grace Franzen (Kel), John Franzen (Janysha), Amy Strader (Christian), Nency Lopez (Victor), Nereida Romero Meduena, Ellie Seams (Sean), Jacob Franzen (Shane), Joshua Franzen (Franchesca), Brady Franzen and Parker Franzen; his great grandchildren, Jase, Jackson, Piper, Kennedi, Sophie, Oakley, Geo and Aria; his siblings, Larry (late Marye), LaVern (Connie), Milan (Barb), Marlene (Fred), Daryl (Marcene) and Dale (Anne); and also, Marge (late Frank), Lyle (Carol) and Dale (Myra). He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel (620 10th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 29th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church (2002 27th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138). A burial was held on Tuesday, July 29th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Gothenburg Cemetery (1752 27th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138).

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church, Gothenburg Senior Center or the Gothenburg Food Pantry.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Blase Strauser Memorial Chapel



Mon

July 28

Visitation

Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel
620 10th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138

Tue

July 29

Funeral service

Trinity Lutheran Church
2002 27th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138

Tue

July 29

Burial

Gothenburg Cemetery
1752 27th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138

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““My heart aches for you and your family during this time. Please know that I’m thinking of you and sending all my love and prayers.””


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