Robert C. "Bob" Therien, Jr., age 80, of Fremont, Nebraska, passed away March 19, 2025 at Methodist Fremont Health.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska, to Rosemary and Robert C. Therien, Sr.

Bob graduated from Omaha North High School, earned his BA degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota, and his MFA degree from the University of Wisconsin, in Madison. He married Janet Erickson in 1967.

Following his education, Bob enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he was stationed at Offutt AFB in Omaha. After his service, he began a long and fulfilling career as a professor of art at Midland Lutheran College, retiring in 2011. Bob was also an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish.

Bob will be deeply missed by his wife of 58 years, Jan; his children, Erik (Jill), Alex (Alicia), and Allyson (Matt), grandchildren, and many dear friends, colleagues, and former students.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held this summer. Memorials can be made to the Fremont Area Art Association, the Alzheimer's Association, or to the organization of the donor's choice.

Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont is in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com.

Published by Fremont Tribune on Mar. 25, 2025.