Victoria “Vicki” L. Northrop, 66, of York, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born October 26, 1959, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Charles “Tommy” H. and Adaire (King) Toms. On April 18, 1980, Vicki was united in marriage to Mick Northrop in York. She was a devoted member of First Presbyterian Church in York.
Vicki dedicated most of her life to education and service. She taught secondary school in Hastings for 21 years and later taught at St. Joseph Catholic School in York for three years. She was a dedicated higher education leader who loved teaching new teachers. Throughout her life, she was deeply involved in her community. She was a member of the Eagle’s Club Women’s Auxiliary, the York Elks Lodge, and Jobs Daughters of America. Her commitment to community leadership included serving on the York City Council, participating in Leadership York, and mentoring through the Teammates program. Time with family was the greatest blessing in her life, and she held those moments close to her heart.
She is survived by her husband Mick of York, four sons: Ben Northrop of York, Phil Northrop (fiancé Savanna Lauby) of York, Jamey (Shanda) Northrop of Blue Springs, MO, and Caleb Northrop of New York City, NY; and three grandchildren: Silas, Katelynn, and Lauryn. She is also survived by her siblings: Cindi (Steve) Nickel of York, Kristi (Marc) Felix of Lincoln, NE, Tommy (Dee) Toms of Ayr, NE, and Cathy Davis of Lincoln, NE, several nieces and nephews, and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law Dale.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church in York with Pastor Penny Schultz officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in York. Visitation will be held from 1-4 pm on Wednesday at the mortuary and then the family will greet friends from 6-7:30 pm that evening at the church. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. Vicki’s service will be livestreamed on the First Presbyterian Church’s Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@presbyterianchurchyorknebraska.