Vernon Lee Aylor

VERNON LEE AYLOR 1937 – 2021 Vernon Lee Aylor, age 83 of Murray, NE peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at his residence. He was born on December 2, 1937 to Roy Alvah and Elva Irene (Epley) Aylor in Table Rock, NE. His family moved to Plattsmouth, NE when he was 4 and he attended school there graduating from Plattsmouth High School with the class of 1956. Vernon was active in school becoming first chair tuba player in band, lettering in track and football. Vernon earned a football scholarship and attend Tarkio College on that until a concussion ended his playing career. He then transferred to Peru State Teachers College graduating with a teaching degree in math and coaching. He taught math and coached 8-man football at Holmesville, NE for two years then transferred to Odell, NE for a similar position. He stayed at Odell for 13 years before an opportunity opened up at Conestoga High School in Murray, NE. He accepted this position because he ”wanted to see if he could coach 11-man football” and his mother was sick at the time and he desired to be closer to help her. He had great success as a coach and teacher at all three schools. Vernon was an avid golfer and sports fan. Vernon is survived by his younger brother: Ken Aylor and wife Joan of Plattsmouth, NE; one nephew; five nieces; and many cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Roy and Elva Aylor and his older brother: Charles Aylor. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Church of the Holy Spirit (due to the anticipated crowd) in Plattsmouth with Pastor Matthew Coplen officiating. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Allgeier, Tom Winscot, Charlie Caverzage, Duane Heim, Vince Andrews, and Andy Myrtue. His Final Resting Place will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Plattsmouth. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, Peru State College, Diller-Odell High School, Conestoga High School, or Plattsmouth Alumni Association. Services are entrusted to Roby Funeral Home, 346 Ave. A, Plattsmouth, NE 68048. (402) 296-3123 robyfuneralhome@charter.net www.robyfuneralhome.com

Vernon Lee Aylor

December 2, 1937 - June 27, 2021