Barry Duane Sieh

Barry Duane Sieh was born December 19, 1954, to John and Lucille Sieh of Naper, Nebraska. He was the younger brother of Joel and older brother of Cheryl. Growing up at the Sieh house was equal parts adventure and hard work. Barry talked often of his exploits delivering newspapers with the go-cart his dad built for him and helping his uncles on the farms outside of Naper. After graduating from Naper High School in 1973, Barry attended Southeast Community College in Milford where he earned an associate’s degree in Auto Body Mechanics. He took a job at the Ford dealership in Plainview, Nebraska where he met his future bride, Lida. The two met in July 1975 and were married soon after in April 1976. They stayed in Plainview where both their children, Tim and Wendi, were born, before moving to Niobrara to pursue a new opportunity at Moody Motors. Barry was active in the community helping at church and working with a local group of volunteers to create a municipal golf course. He traded his motorcycle for a 4-wheeler that was far more conducive to pulling Tim and Wendi up the hill while sledding. The family moved to West Point in 1989 where they would live for more than 20 years. Barry worked for the local Chevrolet dealership before transitioning to working in the maintenance department for Wimmers Meat Products. The new role fit Barry well as he had a gift for fixing all things mechanical. Whether it was working on the equipment or the plant, fixing whatever broke on the family vehicles, or building garages both in Niobrara and West Point, Barry had a knack for fixing and building. His gift for fixing things, however, was quickly surpassed by his talent as a grandfather. Barry demonstrated the ability to relate to each and every one of his grandchildren in a unique way. He showed his grandchildren from an early age that “Papa” was more than happy to get down on the floor and play whatever they happened to be playing at the time giving those characters and games his own twist and, most importantly, creating big smiles and laughter for all who witnessed those moments. Barry and Lida later moved to Fremont and eventually to Omaha. He was an avid runner, starting with his early triumphs in high school cross country and continuing through numerous age group wins and medals in local runs throughout the years. He was a dependable witness for his Heavenly Father through his service to the church and to those around him who might need a hand. As his health began to fail him, his smile and spirit remained bringing laughter and joy to those around him. Barry will be missed by those who knew him, whether briefly or for a lifetime, but his memory will be quickly revived whether through a popular country song or a donut and cup of coffee. Barry passed away after battling Alzheimer’s disease for three years on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the age of 70 years, 8 months and 29 days. He was preceded in death by his parents John & Lucille Sieh, grandparents, granddaughter Olivia Grasso, sister Cheryl Gonzalez, and parents-in-law Bonnie & Leslie Erickson. Barry is survived by his wife Lida, son Tim (Erin) Sieh of Adams, NE, daughter Wendi (Tony) Grasso of Omaha, grandchildren Emma and Reagan Sieh, Jaden, Addisyn, and Liviana Grasso, brother Joel (Roslyn) Sieh of New Ulm, MN, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral service will be Monday, Sept. 22, 10:30 AM at Bethany Lutheran Church, Elkhorn. Interment Prospect Hill Cemetery, Elkhorn. Visitation will be Sunday from 3-5 PM at Bethany Lutheran Church. Memorials may be made to the family for later designation.

Barry Duane Sieh

December 19, 1954 - September 17, 2025