Casper “C.J., Cap, Bud” Joseph Theisen Jr., 85 years old, passed to be with the Lord on Monday, September 27th, 2010. He was born and raised in Osmond, Nebraska. He attended the University of Nebraska receiving a degree in Civil Engineering and was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He served in the U. S. Navy during World War II, stationed at the Brooklyn Naval Yard in New York City, former member of the American Legion. He was the President of Theisen Bros. Construction Company, founded by his father, Casper Theisen, Sr.. He served on several committees in the construction industry including two terms as President of the Nebraska AGC, Highway Chapter. He was also actively involved in Westside Church and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, both of Omaha.
Cap is survived by his children, Mark Theisen, Omaha, John Theisen, Norfolk, NE, Ginger Theisen of New York, N.Y. and their Mother, Jean Theisen, Omaha, NE. and his grandchildren, Nolan, Ben, John Richard, Andrew, Angel and her husband Matt Stottle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Casper and Anne Theisen, brother John “Babe” Theisen and sister Lucretia “Sis” Clayton, and daughter Diane E. Theisen.
Private Graveside Service Thursday (9-30-10) Calvary Cemetery, 145 South 4Oth Street. Abbot Michael Liebl officiating.
Memorials to Mt. Michael Benedictine School, 22520 Mt. Michael Rd., Elkhorn, NE 68002.
Visitation: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday with family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Roper and Sons, 4300 ‘O’ Street.