Obituary

Gregory (Greg) Keith Barnason

June 18, 1951 - May 18, 2024

Gregory (Greg) Keith Barnason, 72, of Lincoln, passed away on May 18, 2024. He was born on June 18, 1951, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Duane and Marguerite (Martin) Barnason.

Greg spent his formative years in Blue Hill, Nebraska, and graduated from Blue Hill High School in 1969. He pursued higher education at the University of Nebraska, majoring in Business Administration. Greg built a successful career as an independent route salesman for Archway Cookies and Voortman Cookies, earning a reputation for his dedication and friendly demeanor. In his free time, he enjoyed taking long walks, traveling with his beloved wife, cheering on the Huskers and spending time with family and friends.

Greg is survived by his devoted wife, Susan; his son, Timothy, daughter-in-law, Nicole, and grandson, Hudson, of Omaha, Nebraska; his sister, Cathy, and brother-in-law, AJ Soundy, of Kendall Park, NJ; his sister, Peggy, and brother-in-law, Marvin Price, of Fremont, NE; his sister-in-law, Mellissa Barnason, of St. Charles, MO; and his brother-inlaw and sister-in-law, David and Barb Stokke, of Lincoln, NE. He is also survived by several nephews and nieces.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Duane and Marguerite Barnason, and his brother, James Barnason.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024 at Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Greg’s name to Blue Hill High School.

Greg’s absence will be deeply felt by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His warm presence and kind heart left an indelible mark on our lives.

Services

May24

Memorial Service

CST

Roper & Sons South Chapel

3950 Hohensee Drive (40th & Yankee Hill)
Lincoln, NE 68516

(402) 261-5907

Share a Memory or Condolence

May 30, 2024

Sue, I am so sorry to hear of Greg’s unexpected passing. It has been 14 years since I experienced the same. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. May God wrap you in his loving arms to bring you comfort and strength. May your memories help to heal your heart.

– Becky (Winz) Grosserode
May 24, 2024

Greg coached our son’s soccer team in grade school. He was a very kind man and positive with the boys, giving them trophies. Thank you Greg. Sue and Greg lived in our area and I often saw him walking his dog. I am so sorry Sue and Tim for your loss.

– Robin Spangler
May 24, 2024

Sue, and family, Greg was such a kind and caring man. Thinking of you and sending prayers.

– Cindy Kugler
May 23, 2024

Sue and I were in nursing school together, and even though I didn’t know her husband, it sounds like he was a heck of a guy. Sue, know that I pray for strength and comfort right now, and may the memories flood in!

– Connie Baruth
May 23, 2024

Greg was an excellent role model for myself and for so many of us. He positively influenced my life and countless others. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten, which will allow Greg to live forever. Thank you Greg and Susan for having a remarkable son, Tim (one of my best friends forever). I will forever cherish the wonderful memories and opportunities you all allowed me to experience! My deepest sympathy! “As long as we have memories, you’ll never be apart, as long as we have memories, they will live on in your heart.” -Susan Smith-

– Trevor Blythe
May 22, 2024

I didn’t know Greg, but I was a friend and fraternity brother of his brother, Jim. If Greg was anything like Jim, I know he was a wonderful person. Thoughts and prayers for the Barnason family during this time.

– Richard (Rick) Ernst

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