Died Wednesday September 13, 2023 in Colorado
Tina was born October 5, 1970 To Don and Elke Dickmeyer. She graduated from Fremont High School in 1989. While in high school she participated in Cross Country and Track. She earned the gold medal in the 4x800 relay in both 1988 and 1989 and the open 800 in 1989. She went to Midland College and earned All American status. She ran her first marathon in 2004. Tina worked for a short time as a respiratory therapist. She was diagnosed with Brain Cancer 20 years ago.
Survivors:
Husband - Jeff of Colorado
Children - Aaron and Rachel
Parents - Don and Elke Dickmeyer of Omaha
Brothers - Scott (Daina) Dickmeyer of Wichita, KS.
Mike (Ruth Dey) Dickmeyer of Overland Park, KS.
Step-brother - Gerry Betkie of Omaha
Sister - Sheila Eagland of Canada
There will be no local services at this time but memorials in Tina's name may be given to the Fremont Track Club.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(13)
Steve Leriger
Fremont, NE Friday, September 29, 2023 I grew up with Tina and her brothers in Fremont.We had a lot of good times.
GREAT people! Great family.
My heartfelt sympathies go out to your blessed family.
All my prayers,
Steve Leriger
Erica (Dickmeyer) Ketchem
Kansas City, MO Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Don and Elke:What a blessing it was to know Tina. She was someone my siblings and I always looked up to. Such a lovely and fun person who would light up any room! Thinking of you in these difficult times.
-Erica
Todd Athy
Kearney, NE Sunday, September 17, 2023 So sadden to hear of the passing of Tina. I only knew her during our time in school at Fremont, but I’m sure she approached life much like she did in athletics. Full of energy and great accomplishment! Many Blessing to her family.Gloria A Triggs
Fremont, NE Saturday, September 16, 2023 Don, Elke, and family,My condolences to you in your great loss.
Sincerely, Gloria
Garrett Laufer
Springfield, NE Saturday, September 16, 2023 Deeply saddened to hear about Tina's passing. She was one of the most well liked and respected individuals in our high school class. She was a great track/cross country athlete and friend to many who knew her. I will always hold fond memories of her. Thoughts and prayers to her family.Alfred W Gartzke
Bixby, OK Friday, September 15, 2023 Don and Elke, I pray for your strength during this difficult time. i will cherish the memories I have of running track with Tina at Midland. Not only was she an amazing athlete, she was an amazing human being. May God bless her soul and comfort you all.Al Gartzke
Don & Pat Beran
Fremont, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 Tina was one in a million, funny, kind hearted, someone you could always count on. I always enjoyed taking Tina and Trish to jr. high in the morning. She will be missed.Please accept our deepest sympathy. Sincerely Don and Pat Beran
LaRue Clark Roberts
Omaha, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 Dear Don and Elke,How sad to hear your beautiful Tina has passed. I didn't know what a talented person she was in sports. May God be with you as you grieve.
Fondly,
LaRue
Todd Athy
Kearney, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 So sadden to hear of the passing of Tina. I only knew her during our time in school at Fremont, but I’m sure she approached life much like she did in athletics. Full of energy and great accomplishment! Many Blessing to her family.DeAnna & Delbert
NampaOur deepest sympathy, ID Friday, September 15, 2023 Our deepest sympathy to Kristina Dickmeyer Smith family.Elizabeth (Wallace) Reynolds
Ansley, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 Wonderful teammate and a beautiful person.Stephanie atkins (Hiemstra)
Gretna, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 Dickmeyer family -My deepest sympathy to your family. Tina was taken too soon. Such a bright fun loving person that shared my love for B52’s. Thinking of you all in this difficult time - many prayers….
La Donna (Doni) Brainard
Omaha, NE Friday, September 15, 2023 Don and Elke: I am so 'very sorry' and saddened by Tina's death. Knowing this happened to a child 'my kid's' age hurts. She achieved many great things in her life, and I know you were proud. May God continue to bless you! Sincere Sympathy!!! Doni B