Amy Wrightsman

Amy Lynn Wrightsman of Beatrice, Nebraska, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on September 29, 2026. Born in the same town on April 13, 1972, to David Anderson and the late Sandra (Searcey) Nelson. Amy was an extremely hard worker and took pride in her work and always helped her family and friends when she could. Even after her heart failure in 2018, Amy still took life in stride.

Amy was a 1990 graduate of Odell High School and furthered her education at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. She dedicated many years of her life to Store Kraft Manufacturing (1993-2014) and then at Wrightsman Plumbing until 2018. However, her true passion was her family whom she held dearest to her heart. She was a loving wife to Kevin Wrightsman, whom she married on August 1, 1998, and a devoted mother to her children, Austin Wrightsman and Taylor Barnard. She is also survived by her father, David T. Anderson and special friend Wanda Franken of Odell, her brother, James Anderson, and several uncles, nephews and nieces. Amy was preceded in death by her mother, Sandra (Searcey) Nelson; brother, Tony Anderson; and grandparents, Audrey & Melvin Searcey and Clara & Archie Anderson; her in laws Don and Barbara Wrightsman; and her nephew Alan Maxville.

Amy was also known for her love of the outdoors, traveling, and being an avid Nebraska Volleyball fan. She had a soft spot for flowers and enjoyed cooking. Her involvement in 4-H during high school, and participation in basketball, volleyball, track, and softball demonstrated her spirited and lively nature. She attended Christ Community Church in Beatrice, NE.

Public visitation will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 12:00-8:00 PM at Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel, 708 North 6th Street, Beatrice, Nebraska, 68310, with the family greeting friends at the same location later that day from 5:00-6:30 PM. A Family Prayer Service will be held at Christ Community Church, 2727 Lincoln Street, Beatrice, Nebraska, 68310, on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 10:15 AM, followed by the Funeral Service at the same venue at 10:30 AM. The church will Livestream the funeral service. Interment will follow at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. A memorial has been established to the family's choice for future designation with the funeral home in charge.

As we remember Amy, let us celebrate her life and cherish the memories we made with her. Please join us in honoring her life by sharing your memories and photos of Amy, and view her video tribute on her memorial page at www.ghchapel.com, as a token of how she touched our lives.

These services have been entrusted to the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice.