Harold D. “Hal” VonBehren, age 65, of North Platte, died January 18, 2016 at Centennial Park. He was born on March 25, 1950 in North Platte to Harold H. and Annette (Razes) VonBehren.
Hal graduated from North Platte High School in 1968. He hired on to the UPRR as a Brakeman/ Conductor, working for 34 years, retiring in 2010. He enjoyed refurbishing old cars, watching western movies, Husker football and NASCAR. He loved his dog Nikki.
Survivors include his children, Scott VonBehren of Lincoln, Greg (Heather) VonBehren of Rockville, MD, Heidi (Dan) Ertz of Omaha, and Brooke (Justin) Janas of North Platte; a brother, Ron (Una) VonBehren of Grand Island; a sister, Georgina (Dave) Geise of Lincoln; grandchildren, Josh Ertz, Kaeleigh Ertz, Alex VonBehren, Tate Janas, Ella Janas, and Jacoby Janas. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial has been established to Hospice or to Fur the Love of Paws. Online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com.
Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday January 22, 2016 at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens with Pastor Gary Smith officiating. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.