Lynne Marie Empfield, 68 of North Platte, passed away at her home on July 27th 2020.
She was born March 22nd, 1952. In North Platte, NE. to James and Dorothy Empfield. She had 2 older siblings Patricia Stull and Ron (little Ron) Empfield. Lynne attended Jefferson grade school and North Platte Sr. high.
In 1970 she married Oliver Dawson. From this union came 3 children. 2 infant sons who would die shortly after birth; Brian Paul and Richie Allen and a 3rd son Timothy James.
In 1983 she moved to Denver, CO. where she worked at the Golden Probation Dept. and was married to Jeff Brodbeck. She enjoyed going to the mountains and camping while there. She moved back to North Platte in 1992. Working and enjoying life until she moved to Hastings in 1997. She lived there until the mid-2000 and came back "home" to North Platte for the remainder of her life.
She loved spending time with her family and close friends. Robert and Pat Schimek and Connie Guerra. Lynne loved them dearly.
She also had a "crush" on Willie Nelson and loved every song he sang. Seeing him in concert a handful of times and even getting to meet him in person as well. She also enjoyed collecting "pigs" of all sizes and shapes and they adorned her home.
Lynne loved all animals, especially cats and will be leaving behind her cat, best friend and snuggle buddy, Stanley.
Lynne is survived by her son,Timothy Dawson (Louann Goff) North Platte; sister, Patricia Stull of Georgia; Sisters in law, Susie Empfield Dowhower of North Platte, Twila Dawson of Phoenix; cousin, in law Bill Millison (Colleen) of North Platte; as well as her longtime loving friends Robert and Pat Schimek of North Platte; and many other cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded to the hereafter by her parents, James and Dorothy Empfield; brother Ronald Empfield; cousins Ron (Big Ron) Empfield , Colleen Millison (Empfield); and 2 infant son's Brian Paul and Richie Allen; and loving friend Connie Guerra of North Platte. Lynne will be remembered by her enjoyment of life and the many paths taken in her journey.
There will be a book signing from 9:00AM to 5PM at carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorial Service will be Saturday at 10:30AM at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Gary Goodwin officiating.
Memorials may be made to the family for later designation. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com