Richard L. Kempkes Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard L. Kempkes of Lincoln, Nebraska, who passed away on March 19, 2026 at the age of 93. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Kempkes and Francis Kempkes (Royal); his wife Shirley Tychsen; his son Kevin; and his sister Barb Nitz (Arden).
He is survived by: his children, Randy (Vicki), Bruce Kempkes (Kristi) and Cindy Boesiger (Gayln); his grandchildren, Kristin (Donato), Katie (Andy), Kelsey (Hunter), Kourtney (Nathan), Caden and Kaleb; his great grandchildren, Camryn, Jenna, Sophia, Vincent, Ellie, Maverick, Collins and Campbell; his brothers, Duane (Janet) and Harold Kempkes; his daughter-in-law Kathy Grossnicklaus (Monte); and his grandson Chase Peterson.
Memorials to the family for future designation.
