Timothy Dean “Tim” McNeese, age 72 of York, NE, died peacefully at home Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in York. He was born on January 25, 1953 in Bellevue, NE to Willard and
Norma (Kelly) McNeese. On August 12, 1972, he was united in marriage to Beverly Diane Doty in Springfield, MO.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Beverly of York; children Noah (Kara) McNeese of Aurora, NE; Summer (Mark) Dickinson of Franklin, TN; grandchildren Adrianna (Lane) Colamore and great granddaughter Callie, with another granddaughter on the way; Cora McNeese; William McNeese; Ethan Dickinson; Finn Dickinson; Beckett Dickinson; Atticus Dickinson. Also surviving are his brother Kyle (Judy) McNeese of Little Rock, Arkansas; sister Sher (Del) Lassley of San Tan Valley, Arizona; sister-in-law Anita Lewis of Springfield; and 5 nieces and nephews.
Tim was a lifelong historian, teacher, writer, storyteller, avid reader, YU Round-Up presenter, YU Domestic Studies coordinator (2003-2014), collector of Native American items, a Happy Hollow Bible Camp Director for 47 years.
A dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. Most importantly . . . a Servant of God.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, November 16, 2025 at the East Hill Church of Christ in York. It was Tim’s wishes to be cremated and there will be no viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the Tim McNeese History Endowment Scholarship Fund at York University in York, NE.