The family and friends of Nick R. Sachau are mourning the heartbreaking loss of a beloved son, brother, nephew, friend, and professional who passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 28, 2025, near Ashland, Nebraska.
At just 29 years old, Nick had already made a profound impact on the lives of so many through his kind spirit, dedication to others, and passion for life. Nickolas Ronald Sachau was born on July 7, 1995, in Pender, Nebraska, to LeRoy and Cathleen Tellinghusen.
Tragically, Nick lost his father at the tender age of one and experienced a transient early childhood. His life found stability and love at age 12 when he was welcomed into the home of his uncle and aunt, Deacon Kent and Tina Sachau, in Humphrey, Nebraska.
Surrounded by care and support, Nick thrived in their household, considering Kent and Tina his parents and their children—Angela, Jennifer, April, and Andrew—his siblings. As a testament to his deep love and gratitude for the Sachau family, Nick legally changed his surname to Sachau upon reaching adulthood.
Nick graduated from St. Francis High School in Humphrey and pursued higher education with determination and excellence. He earned his undergraduate degree from Wayne State College before going on to graduate from Creighton University Law School.
His legal career began at the Drew Law Firm in Blair, Nebraska, and later continued at Sherrets Bruno & Vogt, LLC in Omaha, where he was known for his intelligence, work ethic, and integrity.
Outside of work, Nick was a man of many talents and interests. He had a deep love for swimming, sand volleyball, woodworking, and remodeling projects. Known for his resourcefulness and independence, he often worked on his own vehicles and took pride in doing things with his own hands.
He was also fiercely competitive and especially enjoyed spirited Monopoly games with his cousins, where his wit and strategy always shone through. Nick leaves behind a devoted family who cherished him deeply, including his brother Seath Tellinghusen and nephew Gunther of Norfolk, NE; his loving parents Kent and Tina Sachau of Humphrey, NE; his sisters Angela (Bo) Ketelsen of Martinsburg, NE, Jennifer (Scott) Williams of Blair, NE, and April (Eric) Wetterberg of Malvern, IA; and brother Andrew (Holly) Sachau of Allen, NE.
He will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, his aunt Connie Miller of Springfield, SD, uncle Bill J. Sachau of Allen, NE, and his special friend, Morgan Fernau of Omaha.
Nick was preceded in death by his father LeRoy Tellinghusen, his mother Cathleen Tellinghusen, and his grandparents.