Glenda Tichota

1949 - 2024

Glenda Tichota, born on December 9, 1949, in Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully, on August 13, 2024. On July 13, 1968, Glenda married her high school sweetheart, Gary Tichota. Together, they raised three children and shared 44 wonderful years of marriage.

Glenda had a passion for baking, a talent she lovingly shared with her family. Her kitchen was a place of warmth and laughter, especially during the holidays. If you spent a holiday with her, you remember the delicious candy, cookies, and famous cheese balls that became family traditions. Her enthusiasm for the holiday season was so contagious that the family is convinced she had a hand in coining the phrase "Christmas in July."

Glenda's greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren, whom she adored and spoiled at every opportunity. She is survived by her daughter Tina (husband Eric) of Strasburg, Colorado; son "Little" Gary (wife Diane) of Omaha, Nebraska; and Angie (husband Colby) of Phoenix, Arizona. Glenda is also survived by her sister, Pam Voss of Strasburg, and five grandchildren: Austin and Jared Lewis (Tina), Beckett and Emily Tichota (Gary II), and Peyton Lingenfelter (Angie). Additionally, she leaves behind two great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Archer Lewis (Austin).

We take comfort in knowing that Mom and Dad are together again, holding each other close and dancing the Jitterbug.

Glenda was preceded in death by her husband, Gary, her sister, Linda Lippincott, and her parents, David and Audrey Townsdin. The family will hold a private celebration of her life in Fremont, Nebraska.