Randy Ray Bargman was born December 22, 1966 to Elmer E Bargman and Bonnie B (Stern) at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln, NE and passed away August 20, 2026 in Lincoln. He was the youngest of 7 children. He graduated in 1987 from Crete High School. After graduation, he worked at Sportsman’s Bar & Grill where he developed his love for cooking, until he joined the custodial staff at Doane University. Randy worked at Doane for 27 years, which is where he was currently employed. It was there that he embraced his fellow workers as his second family. In his spare time, Randy enjoyed watching football, watching Family Guy, going to the casino, concerts, the State Fair, dirt track races in Beatrice, and dancing in his younger days. He especially liked spending time with his family and friends.
Through a mutual friend, he met his life long partner, Deb Luzum. They enjoyed their life together for 35 years. They also shared their lives with Colby and Toby, their furry family.
Randy is survived by his life long partner, Deb, brother Dennis (Sue) Bargman, sisters Janice Znamenacek, Mona (Dan) Heusinkvelt, and Lisa Bargman Safar. Elaine Luzum, Terry Luzum and Jody, Rhonda (Larry) Hajek, Kevin (Carrie) Luzum. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins, and his Doane family and friends. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, brother Ricky Bargman, sister Jeanette Bargman, brother-in-law Roger Znamenacek, nephews David Znamenacek, Bryan Bargman, and Rico Benavidez and great nephew Josef Alhachami and great niece Maggie Boyer.
Services will be held Thursday, August 27th at 10:30 a.m. at the UCC Church in Crete, 440 E. 12th St. A luncheon will follow at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall, one block north of the church. Condolences may be left at trumpmemorials.com. Trump Funeral Services, 1600 West “O” Street, Lincoln.
Randy welcomed me to the Doane family 17 yrs ago and has been a friend ever since. I miss you my friend. Candy jar is always full and help with online submissions are done. Rest now my friend.
Deepest sympathy
I worked with Randy for 14 years. He showed me the ropes and was always willing to lend a hand. He was kind and a true friend. Peace to the family at this time of sorrow.
Dennis, Mona, Janice and Lisa! Mine and Richard’s Deepest sympathies to you all! Sorry for the Loss of your Brother Randy!! Hugs and Prayers for you All!!
Sympathies to you all. I worked with Randy at Sportsman’s Bar and Grill. He was a Ham and always kept a smile for me when I didn’t have a good day. You will be missed dear friend…. See ya when I get there. Rest in peace.
I worked with Randy for 14 years. He showed me the ropes and was always willing to lend a hand. He became a treasured friend, who will be missed. Peace to the family at this time of sorrow.
Randy was always so gentle and kind. Growing up in Crete I knew him in school and his dear family. Working at Doane, it was always great running into him. He was just the best guy. To his family, you’re in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. .
Randy was the person who everyone loved to be around and work with. When I met him at Doane College 26 years ago, he showed me what a true friendship was. I am embracing him in my heart and my memories. Rest in peace, Randy.