Terry Lee Osborne, age 71, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 27, 2022. He was born January 9, 1951, in North Platte, NE to William and Hazel Beatrice (Bokoskie) Osborne-Funk.
Terry was very proud to be a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served honorably in the United States Army. He was stationed in Vietnam from 1971-1972 where he was an E-5 Helicopter Crew Chief for the 571st Medevac Medical Evacuation from Northern DMZ to Danang. During his service he earned ‘The Air Medal’ on multiple occasions. This medal is awarded to individuals for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight in support of ground forces. Terry continued to serve by being a part of the honor guard for the American Legion Post #208.
Terry went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad after returning home from Vietnam where he was a Conductor. Grandpa “choo-choo” as most of his grandkids called him, rode trains from North Platte to Gering in the early days, then was transferred over to the Cheyenne route. With the time spent away from home, his work friends truly became family. They liked to meet up at the Redwood in Cheyenne, WY. He worked for UPRR from 1972-2005 before retiring.
Terry enjoyed hitting the road with his family and friends to be outdoors. Many family vacations centered around hauling the boat to go fishing. He made the best of the Nebraska seasons. Deer, pheasant, and geese hunting would fill his calendar in the Fall and during the summer months you would find him on the water in a fishing boat he fixed up. He loved fishing, specifically for walleye. When not searching for the next big catch, he would enjoy relaxing afternoons on the river tanking with friends. His Ford truck(s) seemed to love to head West, taking many trips to Colorado to hunt elk. Whether the hunt was successful or not, his love of spending time outdoors made it well worth it. One of his favorite fishing trips was Halibut fishing in Alaska with friends. Terry always talked about going pheasant hunting in South Dakota, and in 2021 his kids made this a reality with a guided hunt, a memory that will not be forgotten. This trip was one of many of the stories told while sitting in the front yard listening to trains go by and having a ‘toddy’ in his favorite fine china (aka cottage cheese containers).
On August 27, 2004, Terry was united in marriage with Carolyn Krebs-Osborne. Carolyn and Terry took many scenic routes when traveling, enjoying the beauty of the outdoors along with making friends along the way. Some of their fondest memories were snowmobiling at Grand Lake, an Alaskan cruise which included visiting an old Vietnam buddy, and attending the Sturgis rally. With their combined families, Terry had fun spending time with their kids and grandkids. He was a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Terry is survived by his wife Carolyn; Children: Trampas Osborne; Elery (Andy) Hoban; Wylie (Dana) Osborne; Stephanie Simpson; Samantha (Mike) Wallace; Landon (Sara) Frederick; Grandchildren: Teghan Osborne; Hunter Osborne, Berkeley, Cohen and Beckett Osborne, Echo and Will Wallace; Olivia, Sophia and Aubrey Businelle, Great-Grandchild: Bryson Osborne Siblings: Linda Boyle, Rocky Osborne, Sonya Funk and many nieces and nephews. Special friends include Dale Tederman, Rick Anderson and Gene Baker.
Terry is preceded in death by: Parents William (Bill) Osborne, Hazel (Bea) and Charles Funk. Grandparents: William and Verna Funk, Louis and Hazel Bokoskie. Brothers: Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, and Teddy Funk. Brother-in-law: Mike Boyle.
Services will be held Tuesday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. A reception will follow at the Sutherland Legion Hall. Book signing will be held 9:00-5:00, Monday, October 31st, 2022 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sutherland American Legion Hall #208. Adam & Swanson Funeral Home of North Platte, Nebraska are in charge of arrangements. The service will be livestreamed on the Adams & Swanson Funeral Home website for those unable to attend.