Tanner Allen Rejcha, age 23, was born on January 20, 2000, in Lincoln, NE to Doug and Lori (Kuhlmann) Rejcha. He passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home near Hallam on November 17, 2023.

Tanner was baptized at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Crete. He attended Crete Public Schools, graduating in 2018. During his junior and senior high school years, he was the student manager for the football and basketball teams. He was affectionately known as T-bone to his teammates, coaches, and friends.  Following graduation, he worked in food service at Garden Square in Crete for four years and currently at Crete Public Schools for the past year and a half.

Tanner lived a life of pure joy, bringing happiness to everyone. One of his teachers referred to him as a life giver. He made his community better. Whether delivering meals to an elderly resident or passing out food to the students, he took pride in his work. He always treated others with kindness. Tanner loved parties and family gatherings! Several years ago, he planned a surprise anniversary party for his parents where over 100 people attended. When complimented for his efforts he said, "I always wanted to do something because I love them so much." Love was the hallmark of Tanner's life.

Tanner is survived by his parents, Doug and Lori; his brother, Trevor; his grandmother, Alice Rejcha; Aunts and Uncles, Jack (Trish) Riesselman; Kathy (Kirk) Blecha; Diane (Dennis) Buss; Samantha (Joe) Dabbs; Deb (Mark) Mazankowski; Donna Rejcha (Mike Renner); Donald (Lisa) Rejcha; Dawn (Dave) Parks. He is also survived by many other relatives, friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Edgar and Blanche Kuhlmann, and Milo Rejcha.

Funeral services are being held on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Crete. Burial following the service at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 5 – 7 PM at Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete and 1 hour prior to the services at the church. The family requests that memorials be made to the Hallam Fire and Rescue Department. Arrangements entrusted to Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.