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Lance Rombough Obituary
Lance was born in Miller, SD, on Sept. 29, 1954, to Ronald T. and JoAn D. (Steele) Rombough. When he was four, the family moved to Rapid City. Lance graduated from RC Stevens High School in 1972, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the USS Midway and participated in Operation Frequent Wind, evacuating South Vietnam. Lance was selected for the Navy Enlisted Scientific Education Program and attended Kansas University. He received his B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering in 1980, and was commissioned as an Ensign. While serving as an officer Lance was stationed aboard the USS Mount Vernon, USS John Young, USS Henry B Wilson, USS Midway, USS Independence, and USS Carl Vinson. He also served with the First Marine Division during Operation Desert Shield. He retired in 1993 as a Lieutenant Commander and moved to Lawrence, KS. Lance received his M.S. degree in Educational Technology in 2001, and worked for Kansas University for nearly 20 years.
Lance married Julia L. Green on June 3, 1978. Although they graduated from the same high school, they didn't meet until a blind date while they were undergraduates at KU. They have 2 sons, Adam, of Kansas City, MO, and Ian (Amanda), of Rapid City.
After retiring from KU, Lance and Julia retired to his beloved Black Hills and built a home in Keystone, SD. His favorite part of the day was drinking coffee on the deck while gazing out at Mt. Rushmore and Harney/Black Elk Peak.
Lance is survived by his wife; sons, and daughter-in-law; his parents of Hill City; sister Vicky (Jerry) Rumpza of Black Hawk; brother C. Nick (Lorri) Rombough of Rapid City; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017 at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home.
Memorial Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the funeral home with Pastor Chris Swarthout officiating. Full military honors will be rendered by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard and the VFW Post 1273.
Per his wishes, Lance was cremated and his ashes will be scattered at sea by the U.S. Navy.
His online guestbook is available to sign at www.osheimschmidt.com
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Amanda Miller
October 19, 2017
Lance was a great guy, always a smile and kind words for others. He had a zest for life and his enthusiasm was a breath of fresh air. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Larry & Elaine Lovell
October 19, 2017
What a loss. Lance was always a friendly person to be around. He was very professional in the work place and a terrific friend outside of the work area. We enjoyed riding with him and sharing November 10th celebrations. He will never be forgotten.
Deborah Dillon
October 16, 2017
Julia, Adam & Ian,
We are saddened by this loss and send our deepest sympathy. Lance was always a cheerful and concerned neighbor, he watched out for us and was always willing to help. Some consolation in the fact that he loved riding that motorcycle, it gave him such joy. Our thoughts are with you.
Debbie, Sam & Cody Dillon
October 16, 2017
Sending my condolences to your family. May prayer be a great comfort to you during this time 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Kyle Rogers
October 15, 2017
From old friends at Pinnacle Career Institute in Lawrence, KS - we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and love are sent across the miles. Thinking of you all at this sad time and always. The Rogers - Kyle, Michele, Caelan and Sophia
Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home
October 15, 2017
Ozzie & Bev Osheim and staff offer our sincere
sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
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