Furmain was born on September 27th, 1964 and passed away on July 2nd, 2025at the age of 60

Mass of Christian Burial for Furmain Bicaba will be held on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am, at Saint Francis Borgia Catholic Church, 2005 Davis Drive, in Blair. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 8, 2025 beginning at 4:00 pm, a Wake service will follow visitation at 6:00 pm at Campbell-Aman Funeral Home in Blair, Nebraska.

Furmain Bicaba, a resident of Blair, Nebraska, was reported missing on July 2, 2025, leaving behind a note.

He was last seen near the Missouri River early Wednesday morning. Utilizing cell phone location data, the family traced his last known whereabouts to the area of the Blair Optimist River Park boat ramp. Rescue boats and drones from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue, and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission assisted in searching the Missouri River.

Sadly, his body was found on Thursday.

Campbell Aman Funeral Home in service to the family.

Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.

Thank you to all the agencies who assisted in the search efforts.

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Furmain Bicaba was born on September 27, 1964, in Ouakara, Burkina Faso, to Nyoumouhan Tuina and Binimi Bicaba, who worked as farmers. He was one of seven children. Furmain was able to attend school due to his eldest brother, Augustin, a teacher, whose support left a lasting impact on his life, one Furmain never took for granted.

Furmain and his first wife, Elisabeth, were raised in the same village. Together they had three children. In 1998, while serving as Prefet in the village of Kalsaka, Furmain met Kristen, a Peace Corps Volunteer assigned to teach English at the local high school. They bonded during motorcycle rides to nearby villages and conversations over warm beers. In 2005, they welcomed their daughter, and the following year, they married and made their home in Blair, Nebraska.

Furmain enjoyed his decade-long position in the detail shop at Sid Dillon, even though he wasn't a fan of Corvettes (les omelettes — omelets — as he referred to them). He was an avid hunter and fisherman, spending countless hours at one or the other depending on the season. He had an intense interest in Burkinabe politics, and he remained deeply engaged with his homeland, even from afar.

Furmain was a thoughtful observer, a man who extended help quietly and never sought praise. He was deeply loyal, kind, and proud.

On July 2, 2025, Furmain lost his battle with depression.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Kristen; children, Béné (spouse Hayden Campbell), Silvère, Grace, and Axelle; siblings, Tiambokou, Daniel, and Martine; and many beloved nieces, nephews, the Bicaba family from Ouakara, Burkina Faso and the Combs family from Blair, Nebraska.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.

Services by Campbell Aman Funeral Home, Blair, NE.

Mass of Christian Burial for Furmain Bicaba will be held on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am, at Saint Francis Borgia Catholic Church, 2005 Davis Drive, in Blair. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 8, 2025 beginning at 4:00 pm, a Wake service will follow visitation at 6:00 pm at Campbell-Aman Funeral Home in Blair, Nebraska.

Furmain Bicaba

September 27, 1965 ~ July 2, 2025

Services

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Campbell Aman Funeral Home, 444 South 17th Street, Blair, Nebraska. Visitation 4-6pm. Wake Service 6-7pm

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church, 2005 Davis Drive, Blair, Nebraska. Mass of Christian Burial 10-11am. First and Second Readings: Kori Marshall, Family Friend.

Pallbearers: Benèdicte Bicaba, daughter; Hayden Campbell, son-in-law, Silvere Bicaba, son, Axelle Bicaba, daughter, Daouda Traorè, family friend, Hanihani Moundiba, family friend, Nicole Moundiba, family friend, Zack Barnhill, family friend

A luncheon will be served following Mass.

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Furmain Bicaba, Beloved Community Member from Blair, NE, Passes Away at 56, Leaving a Legacy of Kindness and Generosity

It is with deep sorrow that the community of Blair, Nebraska, mourns the passing of Furmain Bicaba, who died on July 2nd, 2025, at the age of 56. Known for kindness and generosity, Furmain was a cherished individual who made a lasting impact on everyone.

Furmain's life was marked by warmth, compassion, and a commitment to helping others. A member of the Burkinabè community in Nebraska, Furmain's spirit of giving touched many lives, making Furmain a beloved figure in the area. The loss of Furmain has left a deep void in the hearts of all.

In a heartfelt statement, the Burkinabè Association in Nebraska (ABN) expressed their condolences, describing Furmain as someone who "touched many lives with warmth and generosity."

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to assist with funeral expenses and to support Furmain's family during this difficult time. The community continues to rally together in memory of Furmain, offering donations and support to help honor their life.

Furmain Bicaba, a resident of Blair, Nebraska, was reported missing on July 2, 2025, leaving behind a note.

He was last seen near the Missouri River early Wednesday morning. Utilizing cell phone location data, the family traced his last known whereabouts to the area of the Blair Optimist River Park boat ramp. Rescue boats and drones from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, Blair Volunteer Fire and Rescue, and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission assisted in searching the Missouri River.

Sadly, his body was found on Thursday.

Campbell Aman Funeral Home in service to the family.

~~~obituary courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Public Library, Blair, Nebraska ~~~

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