Francis Eugene Vineyard Obituary

We are sad to announce that on July 26, 2024, at the age of 96, Francis Eugene Vineyard of Hastings, Nebraska, born in Marysville, Kansas passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Francis' spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel James Staley Vineyard and Rosetta Olga Vineyard (Wiese); his brother James Staley Vineyard, Jr.; and his wife Norma June Ransom. He is survived by: his daughters, Gail Christine Schmidt (Darrel) of Lincoln, Susan Kay Garcia (Joe) of Lincoln, Nancy Ellen Wittstruck (Gary) of Bonham Texas and Leslie Anne Lemke (Randy) of Lawrence Nebraska; and his brother William Dean Vineyard (Gertie) of Geneseo Illinois. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Memorials may be directed to Tabitha Hospice (Grand Island) or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.