Gary Thieschafer

Gary Thieschafer, age 77, passed away May 23, 2026 surrounded by family , after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 1, 1949, to Arthur and Norma (Shaul) Thieschafer in Omaha, Nebraska.

Gary grew up on a farm near Glenwood, Iowa, and graduated from Glenwood High School with the Class of 1967.

On August 21, 1971, Gary married the love of his life, Diane. Together they built a life centered around family and raised four children. Gary's family meant everything to him, and he cherished the memories made together through the years.

Gary also took great pride in his Amsoil business and his yellow Cuda, which was one of his favorite possessions and brought him much joy. Whether talking about his family or his beloved car, Gary's pride and passion always shined through.

In addition to parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-laws, Tim Herbranson, Dave Justensen, Dan Wobbema, Harlan Raszler, and Kenneth Herbranson; and his son-in-law, Steven Kline.

Gary is survived by his wife, Diane Thieschafer; children, Nikki Kline (Josh Meyers), Troy Thieschafer, Tennille (Nicholas) Atherton, Todd (Jes) Thieschafer; grandchildren, Griffen, Liz, Ty, Connor (Julia), Hannah (Dylan), Sophie, Carly, Tristan, Christian, Abigail, Sebastian, Preston, Kingston, Isabelle, Gabrielle, Cora, Jude, and Liv; sister, Tamara (Steve) Roenfeldt; sister-in-laws, Kathy Raszler, Alan (Karla) Jensen, Joyce (Steve) Klepfer, Patty (Mark) Lainson, Miriam Teeple, Melody Wobbema; nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Friday, May 29, 2026. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The family will direct memorials.