Timothy Lee Hilkemeier

Timothy passed away on April 25th, 2025, peacefully at his home after battling with a medical illness for over six months that caused a steady decline in his health.

He was born on August 18th, 1953, in Osmond, Nebraska to Dale and Shirley Hilkemeier.

Tim and Buffy were joined in marriage on December 28th, 2005 and resided together in Utah for the last 19 years.

Tim dedicated 30 years to the Union Pacific Railroad. Throughout his career he had many roles including Conductor, Engineer, and later retired as manager.

Tim was a Harley Davidson lover in his life and could not wait to get out on the open road, joining up with friends whether it be a day ride or adventurous meetups to places such as Sturgis.

On his downtime he enjoyed working on his crossword puzzles, BBQing, and spending quality time with friends and family. He will be deeply missed.

He is survived by:

His wife Buffy, St. George, UT

Sisters, Juli (Dave) McCook, NE, and Deb (Wally) Creighton, NE

Children Shannon (Jason) Lemmon, SD, Seth, Troy (Dacia) Lemmon, SD, Casey (Danielle) Lemmon, SD, Jason Centerton, AR, Becky Centerton, AR, Shalane (Ron) Centerton, AR, and several Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nephews, and Nieces.

Tim was Preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter.

Services will be held in Creighton, Nebraska at the cemetery on June 14th, 2025, at 11:00 AM with a luncheon at the Golf Course to follow.