Michael “Mike” Eschenweck Feb. 8, 1955 - Jan. 23, 2026
Michael “Mike” L. Eschenweck, age 70 of Thayer, NE, died Friday, January 23, 2026 in York, NE. He was born on February 8, 1955 to Lawrence C. and Lula (Barnes) Eschenweck in Reed City, Michigan. He was united in marriage to Yvonne McCartney on March 20, 1982 in Tempe,Arizona. Following their divorce, he was united in marriage to Linda Streeb on September 28, 2002 in York.
Mike enjoyed watching football, reading, fishing, woodworking, collecting records, and camping. He was a devoted family man, a member of the York Elks Lodge, and served as Chairman of the Board in Thayer, Nebraska. He loved playing DJ at his families and friends’ events whenever he could. After 33 1/2 years, Mike retired from Hamilton- Sundstrand as a machinist where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic.
He is survived by his wife Linda Eschenweck of Thayer; son Nathan (Angel) Eschenweck of Stromsburg, NE; daughter Kasey (Judd) Smith of Lincoln, NE; son Cody Eschenweck and girlfriend S.J Anderson of Waco, NE; step daughter Judy Streeb and special friend Keith Heffner of Bel Air, Maryland; grandchildren: Elizabeth Ewing, Josephine Ewing, Damion Ewing, Lyle Eschenweck, Jeffery Eschenweck, Micah Smith, Kennedy Smith, Jaelynn Bourke, Jaden Eschenweck, Lula Eschenweck, Josie Bourke, Jase Bourke and great grandchild Kristina Ewing. He is also survived by his brothers Don (Sandy) Eschenweck of Evart, Michigan; Dave (Georgie) Eschenweck of Chandler, Arizona; sisters Kathy (Mike) Afton of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Karen (John) Styf of Stevensville, Michigan.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Marv and Eddie, and sisters: Sharon and Cindy.
Memorial services are scheduled for 10:00 am Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the Metz Chapel in York. It was Mike’s wishes to be cremated there will be no viewing. However, a signing of his book will be from 1-8:00 pm Friday during which his family will greet friends from 6-7:30 p.m. that evening all at the mortuary in York. Memorials may be directed to his family for later designation. Condolences may be sent to his family at metzmortuary. com. Metz Mortuary in York is handling the arrangements.
