Joseph Witherspoon

Hastings resident Joseph W. Witherspoon, 60, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019, at Bryan Medical Center East, Lincoln, NE.

There will be no services held. Burial will be held at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery in Topeka, KS. Memorials may be given to Start Over Rover.

Joseph was born January 22, 1959 in Newport News, VA to Lt. Col. Robert W. & Janet S. (Spall) Witherspoon. He graduated from Topeka West High School. Joseph lived in Hastings for ten years, working at Bruckman Rubber as a machine operater. He was a hard working simple man. Joseph was a big Husker fan, enjoyed watching sports, NASCAR, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jeffery; and best friend, Tim Woodley.

SURVIVORS:
Sons & Spouse:
John & Rachelle Witherspoon – Topeka, KS
Daniel Witherspoon – Topeka, KS
Sister & Spouse:
Jayne & Terry Lally – Fairfield, NE
Step-Father:
Donald Brown – IL
Former Wife:
Mary (Lentz) Witherspoon
Grandchildren:
Myles Witherspoon
Keira Witherspoon
Nieces & Spouse:
Kristie Lally
Kara & Nick Chavez
Great-Nephew:
Drake Lally
Great-Niece:
Solana Chavez