Thomas John Luers, 71, of Lincoln, Nebraska, formerly of Milford, Iowa, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at The Grace Space hospice facility in Lincoln. He was born on May 13, 1953, in Grand Island, Nebraska, to Jacquelyn Lee (Ochsner) and Dr. Lee Luers. Tom lived a life filled with love, laughter, and meaningful contributions to those around him.

A service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 21st, at All Faiths Funeral Home in Grand Island, Nebraska. For those attending, there is a small reception prior the service beginning at 10:00. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Paul & Neva Grace Foundation to provide funds for those in need of hospice care at the Grace Space but do not have the financial means.
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Tom graduated from Grand Island Senior High in 1971 and attended Coe College in Iowa before transferring to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering. His career as a design engineer began at Halliburton Co. in Oklahoma, followed by an MBA from the University of Nebraska-Kearney. In 1989, Tom started as a quality engineer for Polaris Industries in Roseau, Minnesota, and continued with the company until his retirement in 2015.

In 1994, Tom married his longtime girlfriend, Roslyn, in Oklahoma City. They moved to Milford, Iowa, in 1995, where they built a life together and made lasting friendships. In 1997, they welcomed their daughter, Mallory Rose. The family created many cherished memories in Milford before relocating to Lincoln, Nebraska, in 2021, where they could enjoy the Cornhusker state and be closer to Mallory.

A lifelong fan of Nebraska football, Tom never missed a home game until 2019, when heart surgery temporarily slowed him down. His dedication to the Huskers remained strong, and in true Tom fashion, he returned to Memorial Stadium that fall with Mallory by his side.

Tom had a deep love for the outdoors. He grew enormous tomato plants and was an avid fisherman, spending countless days on Lake Okoboji and Lake of the Woods in Canada with his first Golden Retriever, Betty, close friends, and his daughter. Whether hunting, fishing, or snowmobiling, Tom enjoyed these adventures immensely. He also cherished peaceful moments by the bonfire with his second Golden Retriever, Polly, on their back porch. Above all, Tom was proud to be a "girl dad" and took great pride in Mallory's accomplishments.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Roslyn; daughter, Mallory (Samuel) Morris; granddaughter, Arden Lee; his sister, Margaret (Gary) Koch; as well as many friends, extended family, and others whose lives he touched. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Lee Luers and Jacquelyn O. Luers.

Tom will be remembered for his generosity, strong work ethic, unwavering love for his family, and deep connections to the places and people he cherished. He will be greatly missed but forever in our hearts.