December 5, 1960 ~ August 1, 2026

John W. Tyson, age 65 of Herman, passed away August 1, 2026 at his home. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 5 at Campbell Aman Funeral Home from 5 PM to 7 PM with a rosary at 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, August 6 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church at 10 AM with a luncheon immediately following services. Graveside services will follow at the Herman Cemetery at 2 PM, followed by a Celebration of Life at PB75, 411 Main St, Herman, NE 68029.

Born on December 5, 1960, John lived a life centered on family, hard work, and service to others. A lifelong farmer, entrepreneur, volunteer firefighter, and friend to many, he was known for his willingness to help wherever needed and for putting others before himself.

John was the devoted husband of Elisabeth "Liz" Tyson, and proud father of Joel (Amy), Zach (Trisha), Cody (Ashley), and Eric Tyson, he was a loving grandfather to Teagan, Thea, Bryleigh, Isla, Brantlee, Nina, Emerlee, Veya and Haisley, all of whom brought him immense joy and pride. He leaves his wife, children, grandchildren, and his mother, Nancy Tyson. He was preceded in death by George Tyson, Mary Tyson, and Morgan Allison.

For more than 35 years, John served on the Herman Volunteer Fire Department, including nearly two decades as Fire Chief. He dedicated countless hours to protecting and strengthening the community he loved, supporting local causes including the Herman ballfield, school and annual fireworks celebration.

John found peace in the outdoors, especially while fishing, hunting, and spending time at the family cabin in Canada.

In recent years, he renewed his faith through the Catholic Church in Blair, though those who knew him best would say he long practiced his faith through service, kindness, and devotion to family.

John will be remembered for his dependability, generosity, sense of humor, and belief that an ice-cold Busch Light shared with family and friends was one of life's simple pleasures.

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John William Tyson, 65, of Herman, Nebraska, passed away on August 1, 2026.

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In Loving Memory of John William Tyson

Born December 5, 1960 Blair, Nebraska ~ Entered Into Rest August 1, 2026 Herman, Nebraska

Mass of Christian Burial 10 am Thursday, August 6, 2026 St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church, Blair, Nebraska. Celebrant: Father Mark McKercher. Music Provided by Sam Minarik. Lector: Teresa Mencke. Musical Selections: "Amazing Grace", "You Are Near", "On Eagle's Wings", "O Loving God", "How Great Thou Art"

Pallbearers: Joel Tyson, Zachary Tyson, Cody Tyson, Eric Tyson, Tracy Oliver, Ashton Tranmer

Honorary Pallbearers: Herman Volunteer Fire Department

Graveside Service 2pm Herman Cemetery, Herman, Nebraska

Celebration of life 3pm PB75, 411 Main Street, Herman, Nebraska

Campbell Aman Funeral Home

~~~ obituary and funeral leaflet courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings and leaflets on file in the Public Library, Blair, Nebraska~~~

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