Irving “Irv” Paul Hiatt, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in North Platte, Nebraska, at the age of 90.

Born on June 10, 1935, to Gilbert and Ida Hiatt in Hastings, NE, Irv grew up as the oldest of twelve children. From a young age, he carried a strong work ethic and a knack for building, a competitive drive came from playing minor league baseball for the Union Pacific Freighters in 1953, which would become the foundation of his lifelong career. Through Hiatt Construction, Irv built houses, developed land, and contributed countless projects that shaped and bettered his community. He had a gift for taking an idea on paper and turning it into something real, and he was never without a project, a plan, or a vision.

Together, Irv and wife, Vivian raised five children: Irving F. (Renae), Vernon, Gilbert (Cathy), Laura (Lyle Miller), and Judy (Tim Nowak). Their home was a place where everyone was welcome. Friends and family gathered for meals, ball games, swims in the family pool, and holidays filled with laughter. To many, Irv wasn’t just Irving—he was “Pops,” a title that carried with it warmth, humor, and an open door.

Irv was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Virgil, Darrel &amp; Delbert Hiatt; his sister, Virginia (Hiatt) Mapes; his wife, Vivian (Cooper) Hiatt; and his son, Gilbert Ray Hiatt.

Pops loved to tell stories, often more than once, and to cheer on his children, grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren in sporting events. He was an avid Nebraska sports fan and outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, flying his own airplane, and sharing the traditions of the land. With Vivian, he created a rich life full of friendships, bowling leagues, bunko nights, family baseball games, and many dinners out with friends at favorite local spots like the North Platte Airport Café or Merrick’s.

Above all, Irv loved his family. He was proud to be the patriarch of a large family tree, including 14 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren, 2 fosters and special friend, Kay McClellen. His greatest joy was seeing his family work hard, succeed, and carry on the values he instilled.

Irv’s smile and laughter lit up every room he entered, and his presence made ordinary days feel extraordinary. He will be remembered as a man of hard work, deep love, and unwavering pride in his family. His rest is well-earned, and his legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched.

Services will be held at Parkview Community Church on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 2 PM with Pastor James Trippett as officiant. Burial will follow at North Platte City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 9 AM to 7 PM with family present to greet friends from 5 PM to 7 PM at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations be made to the family for the purchase of bench in Irv's memory to be placed at Hershey High School. Expressions of sympathy can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

His family, friends, and community will miss him dearly but find comfort in knowing we were blessed to share life with “such a handsome devil” for as long as we did.

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 </figure>Irving “Irv” Paul Hiatt, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in North Platte, Nebraska, at the age of 90.Born on June 10, 1935, to Gilbert and Ida Hiatt in Hastings, NE, Irv grew up as the oldest of twelve children. From a young age, he carried a strong work ethic and a knack for building, a competitive drive came from playing minor league baseball for the Union Pacific Freighters in 1953, which would become the foundation of his lifelong career. Through Hiatt Construction, Irv built houses, developed land, and contributed countless projects that shaped and bettered his community. He had a gift for taking an idea on paper and turning it into something real, and he was never without a project, a plan, or a vision.Together, Irv and wife, Vivian raised five children: Irving F. (Renae), Vernon, Gilbert (Cathy), Laura (Lyle Miller), and Judy (Tim Nowak). Their home was a place where everyone was welcome. Friends and family gathered for meals, ball games, swims in the family pool, and holidays filled with laughter. To many, Irv wasn’t just Irving—he was “Pops,” a title that carried with it warmth, humor, and an open door.Irv was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Virgil, Darrel &amp; Delbert Hiatt; his sister, Virginia (Hiatt) Mapes; his wife, Vivian (Cooper) Hiatt; and his son, Gilbert Ray Hiatt.Pops loved to tell stories, often more than once, and to cheer on his children, grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren in sporting events. He was an avid Nebraska sports fan and outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, flying his own airplane, and sharing the traditions of the land. With Vivian, he created a rich life full of friendships, bowling leagues, bunko nights, family baseball games, and many dinners out with friends at favorite local spots like the North Platte Airport Café or Merrick’s.Above all, Irv loved his family. He was proud to be the patriarch of a large family tree, including 14 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren, 2 fosters and special friend, Kay McClellen. His greatest joy was seeing his family work hard, succeed, and carry on the values he instilled.Irv’s smile and laughter lit up every room he entered, and his presence made ordinary days feel extraordinary. He will be remembered as a man of hard work, deep love, and unwavering pride in his family. His rest is well-earned, and his legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched.Services will be held at Parkview Community Church on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 2 PM with Pastor James Trippett as officiant. Burial will follow at North Platte City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 9 AM to 7 PM with family present to greet friends from 5 PM to 7 PM at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations be made to the family for the purchase of bench in Irv's memory to be placed at Hershey High School. Expressions of sympathy can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.His family, friends, and community will miss him dearly but find comfort in knowing we were blessed to share life with “such a handsome devil” for as long as we did.

Irving Paul Hiatt (1935-2025)

Ronald Eugene Johnson, 75, of North Platte, NE, passed into Eternal Life on September 30, 2025, peacefully in his sleep.

Ron, the first of four children, was born on January 18th, 1950 to Burt and Mildred Johnson in St. Paul, NE, where he attended school. Ron attended college in Kearney, NE, Kilgor, TX, and Longview, TX, for an Engineering Major.

Ron worked for many years at St. Paul Equipment Inc. in St. Paul, NE, as a Service Manager, many years at Howard County Community Hospital in St. Paul, NE, as Facilities Manager, and Commercial Contractors Equipment Inc. in Lincoln, NE.

Ron retired from the Union Pacific Railroad in North Platte, NE, at the age of 70. Ron’s many skills included welding, large equipment operator, facilities manager and mechanical abilities.

Ron’s interests were tractor pulling, scuba diving, trap shooting, hunting, and MUCH fishing.

Ron was past President of NE Tractor Pullers Association and pulled his own tractor “Bits and Pieces” in other countries and State Fair competitions. He also was a member of Diver Alert Network and a member of the Lake Maloney Gun Club in North Platte, NE.

Ron married Judy Want in 1978. Ron married Katherin Klatt in 2014.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Katherin Johnson; step children Shawna Warner, Anna Lehman, William C. Klatt; six grandchildren Vanessa, Mariah, Dominik, Emberleigh, Eiery, and Mieya; and two great grandchildren Evyana and Estella; brother Monty (Peggy) Johnson and sister Sonia (Kevin) Harford of Lincoln, NE; sister-in-law Jill Johnson of AZ; parents-in-law Roland and Doris Seevers of Grand Island, NE; brother-in-law William D. (Sheri) Klatt; sisters-in-law Ronda Warner of Gillette, WY, Susan Seevers of North Platte, NE, and Marcie Schartan Seevers of Lincoln, NE; as well as, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Ron had many special friends through the years including Tom, Butch, Dave and Jaxon.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents Burt and Mildred Johnson, brother Jon Johnson, niece Lauren Johnson, and brothers-in-law Richard Klatt, Douglas Seevers and David Seevers.

Ron was known for his devotion to family and friends, quick wit, sense of humour and hard work in whatever he was involved with. He is deeply loved and will be missed by all.

Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Ronald Eugene Johnson, 75, of North Platte, NE, passed into Eternal Life on September 30, 2025, peacefully in his sleep.Ron, the first of four children, was born on January 18th, 1950 to Burt and Mildred Johnson in St. Paul, NE, where he attended school. Ron attended college in Kearney, NE, Kilgor, TX, and Longview, TX, for an Engineering Major.Ron worked for many years at St. Paul Equipment Inc. in St. Paul, NE, as a Service Manager, many years at Howard County Community Hospital in St. Paul, NE, as Facilities Manager, and Commercial Contractors Equipment Inc. in Lincoln, NE.Ron retired from the Union Pacific Railroad in North Platte, NE, at the age of 70. Ron’s many skills included welding, large equipment operator, facilities manager and mechanical abilities.Ron’s interests were tractor pulling, scuba diving, trap shooting, hunting, and MUCH fishing.Ron was past President of NE Tractor Pullers Association and pulled his own tractor “Bits and Pieces” in other countries and State Fair competitions. He also was a member of Diver Alert Network and a member of the Lake Maloney Gun Club in North Platte, NE.Ron married Judy Want in 1978. Ron married Katherin Klatt in 2014.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Katherin Johnson; step children Shawna Warner, Anna Lehman, William C. Klatt; six grandchildren Vanessa, Mariah, Dominik, Emberleigh, Eiery, and Mieya; and two great grandchildren Evyana and Estella; brother Monty (Peggy) Johnson and sister Sonia (Kevin) Harford of Lincoln, NE; sister-in-law Jill Johnson of AZ; parents-in-law Roland and Doris Seevers of Grand Island, NE; brother-in-law William D. (Sheri) Klatt; sisters-in-law Ronda Warner of Gillette, WY, Susan Seevers of North Platte, NE, and Marcie Schartan Seevers of Lincoln, NE; as well as, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Ron had many special friends through the years including Tom, Butch, Dave and Jaxon.Ron was preceded in death by his parents Burt and Mildred Johnson, brother Jon Johnson, niece Lauren Johnson, and brothers-in-law Richard Klatt, Douglas Seevers and David Seevers.Ron was known for his devotion to family and friends, quick wit, sense of humour and hard work in whatever he was involved with. He is deeply loved and will be missed by all.Ron requested no Memorial Service.Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Ronald Eugene Johnson (1950-2025)

Linda Kay Boyle, age 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family September 28, 2025. Linda was born July 9, 1949 in North Platte to William and Hazel Beatrice (Bokoskie) Osborne-Funk. In 1967, Linda graduated from North Platte High School.

Linda was united in marriage to James Michael (Mike) Boyle on December 24, 1970 in Sutherland, NE. By 1978, they settled on the ranch, north of Hershey, NE. Together, they had one son, Shawn Boyle. The Boyle family shared many memories together at rodeos.

Linda worked as a licensure clerk for Lincoln County Courthouse, at Correl West Western Store and drove a school bus for the surrounding area schools.

Linda enjoyed mowing and taking care of her yard, planting flowers, taking pictures of her family at various rodeos, volunteering for luncheons, and shopping till partners dropped.

Linda never met a stranger and always volunteered herself to take care of everyone’s needs, often before her own.

Linda is preceded in death by parents, William (Bill) Osborne, Hazel (Bea) and Charles Funk; grandparents, William and Verna Funk, Louis and Hazel Bokoskie; her husband, Mike Boyle; brothers, Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, Terry Osborne, and Teddy Funk.

Linda leaves behind her son, Shawn (Billie Jo) Boyle of Brady, NE; siblings, Rocky Osborne of Sheppard, MT and Sonya Brounda of Sutherland, NE; grandchildren, Jessica and Josh Flint of Arnold, NE and Justin Schrad of Siver Creek, NE; great grandchildren, Paisley Connelly, Charlee Flint, Anna Schrad and Wajer Flint; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Odean Colonial Chapel with Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will be located at the Sutherland Riverview Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Angel Flight. Odean Colonial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be shared at odeancolonialchapel.com

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 </figure>Linda Kay Boyle, age 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family September 28, 2025. Linda was born July 9, 1949 in North Platte to William and Hazel Beatrice (Bokoskie) Osborne-Funk. In 1967, Linda graduated from North Platte High School.Linda was united in marriage to James Michael (Mike) Boyle on December 24, 1970 in Sutherland, NE. By 1978, they settled on the ranch, north of Hershey, NE. Together, they had one son, Shawn Boyle. The Boyle family shared many memories together at rodeos.Linda worked as a licensure clerk for Lincoln County Courthouse, at Correl West Western Store and drove a school bus for the surrounding area schools.Linda enjoyed mowing and taking care of her yard, planting flowers, taking pictures of her family at various rodeos, volunteering for luncheons, and shopping till partners dropped.Linda never met a stranger and always volunteered herself to take care of everyone’s needs, often before her own.Linda is preceded in death by parents, William (Bill) Osborne, Hazel (Bea) and Charles Funk; grandparents, William and Verna Funk, Louis and Hazel Bokoskie; her husband, Mike Boyle; brothers, Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, Terry Osborne, and Teddy Funk.Linda leaves behind her son, Shawn (Billie Jo) Boyle of Brady, NE; siblings, Rocky Osborne of Sheppard, MT and Sonya Brounda of Sutherland, NE; grandchildren, Jessica and Josh Flint of Arnold, NE and Justin Schrad of Siver Creek, NE; great grandchildren, Paisley Connelly, Charlee Flint, Anna Schrad and Wajer Flint; as well as many nieces and nephews.Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Odean Colonial Chapel with Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will be located at the Sutherland Riverview Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Angel Flight. Odean Colonial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be shared at odeancolonialchapel.com

Linda Kay Boyle (1949-2025)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Emma Kay Krause, age 101, of North Platte, NE passed away on September 26, 2025 at Linden Court in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on October 26, 1923 to John and Mary (Hayes) Kelly in Decorah, Iowa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay graduated with the Class of 1941 in Cresco, Iowa and then attended beauty school.&nbsp; She married Robert L. Krause on June 16, 1947 in the World's Smallest Church in Festina, Iowa.&nbsp; the couple lived in Decorah, Iowa; Oceanside, California; Alden, Iowa; and ended up settling in Seward, NE in 1969.&nbsp; Kay worked as a beautician her whole career.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte in 2022. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay was an excellent mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She gave the grandchildren their first haircuts.&nbsp; Her catholic faith was very important to her.&nbsp; Kay enjoyed playing bingo and cards with her grandkids as long as she was winning. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include children, Linda (Kent) Swanson of North Platte, NE and Richard Lee Krause of North Platte, NE; a sister, Mary Jean Urias of Newton, Iowa; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and numerous other family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary; her husband, Robert; a son, Robert Jr.; and brothers, Norbert and John. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in her memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. CST on Monday, October 6, 2025 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Emma Kay Krause, age 101, of North Platte, NE passed away on September 26, 2025 at Linden Court in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on October 26, 1923 to John and Mary (Hayes) Kelly in Decorah, Iowa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay graduated with the Class of 1941 in Cresco, Iowa and then attended beauty school.&nbsp; She married Robert L. Krause on June 16, 1947 in the World's Smallest Church in Festina, Iowa.&nbsp; the couple lived in Decorah, Iowa; Oceanside, California; Alden, Iowa; and ended up settling in Seward, NE in 1969.&nbsp; Kay worked as a beautician her whole career.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte in 2022. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay was an excellent mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She gave the grandchildren their first haircuts.&nbsp; Her catholic faith was very important to her.&nbsp; Kay enjoyed playing bingo and cards with her grandkids as long as she was winning. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include children, Linda (Kent) Swanson of North Platte, NE and Richard Lee Krause of North Platte, NE; a sister, Mary Jean Urias of Newton, Iowa; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and numerous other family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kay was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary; her husband, Robert; a son, Robert Jr.; and brothers, Norbert and John. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in her memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. CST on Monday, October 6, 2025 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Emma Kay Krause  (1923-2025)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Richard A. Lee, age 62, of Sutherland, Nebraska passed away on September 27, 2025 in North Platte, Nebraska after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rich was born on August 7, 1963 in Chadron, Nebraska to Robert E. Lee and Ruth (Erickson) Lee, and was raised in Holdrege, Nebraska where he graduated with the Class of 1981.&nbsp; Rich attended UNL, where he worked in the Husker football training room.&nbsp; He later graduated from University of Nebraska at Kearney, where he was on the athletic training team for the Loper Basketball team.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Throughout his life, he held a variety of jobs including farming for LaMont England, working in home construction for Rod Melroy Construction, selling insurance for Shelter Insurance, selling educational technologies for Haddock, and mowing (quite possibly his favorite pastime) for the Village of Sutherland.&nbsp; But his true calling, and most fulfilling vocation was as a secondary school business teacher and coach.&nbsp; Rich touched the lives of students at Lenora, Kansas and Ogallala &amp; Wallace, Nebraska.&nbsp; Always and forever "Coach Lee," he coached Junior High and Girls Basketball, Golf, Track, and his beloved Football at those schools, as well as Sutherland.&nbsp; He also coached youth softball and baseball in Holdrege and Sutherland.&nbsp; He was also an avid hunter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rich was married to Jo (Haugland) Lee and raised his sons, James and Austin, on the Haugland Ranch at Sutherland in a hundred year old farmhouse that he and his wife restored.&nbsp; His sons were his pride and joy, and he admired their work ethic and their love for Jesus. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Besides his wife and children, Rich is remembered and missed by his mother; two brothers, Robert (Kelley) Lee of Lamars, Iowa and Rodney (Sara) Lee of Central City, Nebraska; parents-in-law Jim and Donna Haugland; brothers-in-law, Bruce White of Sutherland, Nebraska, Chris (Liz) Skov of Hershey, Nebraska, and Scott (Lisa) Skov of Sidney, Nebraska; sisters-in-law Sandi (Chris) O'Connell of Omaha, Nebraska and Cari (Johnathan) Jay of Castle Rock, Colorado; along with many nieces and nephews and countless friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father; mother-in-law, Jan Haugland; sister-in-law, Jill Haugland White; and a beloved former student, Garrett Schlichtemier. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation and viewing will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025 from three to five p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, which has been entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland, Nebraska with Pastor Teresa Moreland officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Sutherland Riverview Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the church or to the Sutherland FFA Alumni for the Beef-in-the-Schools program.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Richard A. Lee, age 62, of Sutherland, Nebraska passed away on September 27, 2025 in North Platte, Nebraska after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rich was born on August 7, 1963 in Chadron, Nebraska to Robert E. Lee and Ruth (Erickson) Lee, and was raised in Holdrege, Nebraska where he graduated with the Class of 1981.&nbsp; Rich attended UNL, where he worked in the Husker football training room.&nbsp; He later graduated from University of Nebraska at Kearney, where he was on the athletic training team for the Loper Basketball team.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Throughout his life, he held a variety of jobs including farming for LaMont England, working in home construction for Rod Melroy Construction, selling insurance for Shelter Insurance, selling educational technologies for Haddock, and mowing (quite possibly his favorite pastime) for the Village of Sutherland.&nbsp; But his true calling, and most fulfilling vocation was as a secondary school business teacher and coach.&nbsp; Rich touched the lives of students at Lenora, Kansas and Ogallala &amp; Wallace, Nebraska.&nbsp; Always and forever "Coach Lee," he coached Junior High and Girls Basketball, Golf, Track, and his beloved Football at those schools, as well as Sutherland.&nbsp; He also coached youth softball and baseball in Holdrege and Sutherland.&nbsp; He was also an avid hunter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rich was married to Jo (Haugland) Lee and raised his sons, James and Austin, on the Haugland Ranch at Sutherland in a hundred year old farmhouse that he and his wife restored.&nbsp; His sons were his pride and joy, and he admired their work ethic and their love for Jesus. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Besides his wife and children, Rich is remembered and missed by his mother; two brothers, Robert (Kelley) Lee of Lamars, Iowa and Rodney (Sara) Lee of Central City, Nebraska; parents-in-law Jim and Donna Haugland; brothers-in-law, Bruce White of Sutherland, Nebraska, Chris (Liz) Skov of Hershey, Nebraska, and Scott (Lisa) Skov of Sidney, Nebraska; sisters-in-law Sandi (Chris) O'Connell of Omaha, Nebraska and Cari (Johnathan) Jay of Castle Rock, Colorado; along with many nieces and nephews and countless friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father; mother-in-law, Jan Haugland; sister-in-law, Jill Haugland White; and a beloved former student, Garrett Schlichtemier. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation and viewing will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025 from three to five p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, which has been entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland, Nebraska with Pastor Teresa Moreland officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Sutherland Riverview Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the church or to the Sutherland FFA Alumni for the Beef-in-the-Schools program.

Richard A. Lee  (1963-2025)

Lavern Wayne Luehrs, 86, of Trinity, Texas formerly of Ogallala passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Livingston, Texas.

Lavern was born November 20, 1938 in Ogallala to Adolph and Adelia (Schoff) Luehrs.

He attended St Paul’s Lutheran School through the 8th grade, then graduated from OHS in 1956. While in high school, Lavern served in the Nebraska National Guard 134th Infantry Heavy Mortar Company. He joined the Navy in 1957 where he served as an Electrician's Mate Second Class aboard the USS Plymouth Rock (LSD 29) until 1959, when he was discharged.&nbsp; He then served in the Navy Reserve until 1961. After his Navy service, Lavern lived in Denver, CO and Torrington, WY where he worked in Television repair. He married Arlene Cox on February 27, 1963 in North Platte, NE. They made their home in Ogallala.

Lavern spent several years as a home builder in the Ogallala area, he worked as a draftsman and engineer, was a master electrician and retired from the City of Ogallala Parks Department in 2003. In 2005, he and Arlene moved to Trinity, TX to be close to their daughter, Donna and her family.

Always an innovative thinker, he designed and built steel guitars as a hobby in his retirement. He self-published instruction manuals on his building techniques and launched the ‘Redneck Steel Guitar’ website as well as an online forum for guitar builders. He made many connections across the country with other guitar-building enthusiasts and musicians.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph Luehrs and Adelia (Schoff) Luehrs; sister, Verona Swindell; and brother, Norman Luehrs. Lavern is survived by his wife, Arlene Luehrs of Trinity, Texas; daughters, Donna (Billy) Reeves of Trinity, Texas, Diane (Kenny ) Hill of North Platte, Nebraska, and Debra (Greg) Hatch of Grand Junction, Colorado; grandchildren, Starla, Hollie, Alan, Brandon, Shawna, Dustin, Benjamin, and Taylor; 14 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.

Graveside Services will be Saturday, October 4th at 1:30 pm at the Ogallala Cemetery with Rev. Timothy Steele II of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Officiating.

Draucker Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements

Lavern Wayne Luehrs, 86, of Trinity, Texas formerly of Ogallala passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Livingston, Texas.Lavern was born November 20, 1938 in Ogallala to Adolph and Adelia (Schoff) Luehrs.He attended St Paul’s Lutheran School through the 8th grade, then graduated from OHS in 1956. While in high school, Lavern served in the Nebraska National Guard 134th Infantry Heavy Mortar Company. He joined the Navy in 1957 where he served as an Electrician's Mate Second Class aboard the USS Plymouth Rock (LSD 29) until 1959, when he was discharged.&nbsp; He then served in the Navy Reserve until 1961. After his Navy service, Lavern lived in Denver, CO and Torrington, WY where he worked in Television repair. He married Arlene Cox on February 27, 1963 in North Platte, NE. They made their home in Ogallala.Lavern spent several years as a home builder in the Ogallala area, he worked as a draftsman and engineer, was a master electrician and retired from the City of Ogallala Parks Department in 2003. In 2005, he and Arlene moved to Trinity, TX to be close to their daughter, Donna and her family.Always an innovative thinker, he designed and built steel guitars as a hobby in his retirement. He self-published instruction manuals on his building techniques and launched the ‘Redneck Steel Guitar’ website as well as an online forum for guitar builders. He made many connections across the country with other guitar-building enthusiasts and musicians.He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph Luehrs and Adelia (Schoff) Luehrs; sister, Verona Swindell; and brother, Norman Luehrs. Lavern is survived by his wife, Arlene Luehrs of Trinity, Texas; daughters, Donna (Billy) Reeves of Trinity, Texas, Diane (Kenny ) Hill of North Platte, Nebraska, and Debra (Greg) Hatch of Grand Junction, Colorado; grandchildren, Starla, Hollie, Alan, Brandon, Shawna, Dustin, Benjamin, and Taylor; 14 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.Graveside Services will be Saturday, October 4th at 1:30 pm at the Ogallala Cemetery with Rev. Timothy Steele II of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Officiating.Draucker Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements

Lavern Luehrs (1938-2025)

Janice (Priest) Huber 70, of North Platte, Nebraska, went home to be with our Lord on September 21, 2025. She was born on February 23, 1955 to Hermel L. &amp; Phyllis (Daly) Priest, in Sutherland, Nebraska. Janice was the youngest sibling to Sherry, Wanda, Rita and Rusty.

Their family lived the first 6 years on a farm in Eugene, Missouri, before then moving back to North Platte. Janice attended Cody Elementary school then North Platte Jr. &amp; Sr. High School, graduating with the class of 1973 from North Platte High School. On October 20, 1973 Janice was united in marriage to Mick (Michael Joseph) Huber at the First Christian Church in North Platte, where Janice was a member. They lived at various sandhill ranches where Mick worked. Two children were born into this union: Dana Renee was born on April 3, 1977 and Dustin Joseph on June 30, 1980. Janice worked at various jobs, Sixth Street Food Store &amp; Pizza House in North Platte, Skelly Inn, Maxwell, Country Inn, Arthur; she cooked for the hay crews at the Harshfield Ranch of Sutherland; helped with cattle work on a few ranches where Mick worked; Fort Kearney Feeders &amp; Bethany Nursing Home, Minden; Regier Equipment Company, Madrid; kept books for Mick’s salvage business and was Mick’s sub-mail carrier. She was a grain-cart driver during corn harvest, in Elsie; the Shepherd’s Christian Gift &amp; Book Store &amp; Valley Christian Church secretary, in North Platte. But her favorite job was raising their two kids. After Mick’s accident and passing in 2002, Janice shared her testimony at Christian Women’s Clubs in Nebraska and a few churches in the area. She also traveled to Louisiana with her nurse friend, Laura Martinez (Minden), to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Janice was a member of the North Platte Berean Church. Her greatest gift and passion were singing and playing guitar, whenever, wherever she had the opportunity to enjoy Christian music. In the early '80’s, she played with a country western band; in 2000-2010, a gospel Bluegrass group on occasion. Singing with her sisters and brother at family reunions and functions was always a special time. Janice shared her love for music for many years at care home. Singing a variety of old and new hymns and songs that her mom &amp; dad taught her. She also loved photography but did not like to have her picture taken!

Janice is survived by her children, Dana Boyce of Arthur, Nebraska, Dustin (Laura) Huber, of Lenoir, North Carolina; grandchildren, J.J., Samantha, Colton, &amp; Jaxson Boyce, Julian Huber; great-grandchildren, Cleo, Jade, Demi, Maysie; sisters, Sherry (Larry) Dawson, Fleming, Colorado, Wanda (Pat) Simonson, Seneca, Nebraska; brother-in-law, David Thieman, Cozad, Nebraska; and blessed with many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Hermel and Phyllis Priest; husband, Mick of 28 years; brother, Rusty; sister, Rita Thieman; father-in-law &amp; mother-in-law, Robert &amp; Arlene McElhinney;

Memorials are suggested to North Platte Berean Church, First Christian Church, North Platte KJLT Radio; Rainbow House, Omaha, Nebraska; Callahan Cancer Center, North Platte.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 25, 2025 at North Platte Berean Church with Pastor John Stone officiating. Burial will follow the service at the Arthur Cemetery, Arthur, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon – 7, Wednesday, September 24, with family receiving friends from 5:30 – 7 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.

Janice (Priest) Huber 70, of North Platte, Nebraska, went home to be with our Lord on September 21, 2025. She was born on February 23, 1955 to Hermel L. &amp; Phyllis (Daly) Priest, in Sutherland, Nebraska. Janice was the youngest sibling to Sherry, Wanda, Rita and Rusty.Their family lived the first 6 years on a farm in Eugene, Missouri, before then moving back to North Platte. Janice attended Cody Elementary school then North Platte Jr. &amp; Sr. High School, graduating with the class of 1973 from North Platte High School. On October 20, 1973 Janice was united in marriage to Mick (Michael Joseph) Huber at the First Christian Church in North Platte, where Janice was a member. They lived at various sandhill ranches where Mick worked. Two children were born into this union: Dana Renee was born on April 3, 1977 and Dustin Joseph on June 30, 1980. Janice worked at various jobs, Sixth Street Food Store &amp; Pizza House in North Platte, Skelly Inn, Maxwell, Country Inn, Arthur; she cooked for the hay crews at the Harshfield Ranch of Sutherland; helped with cattle work on a few ranches where Mick worked; Fort Kearney Feeders &amp; Bethany Nursing Home, Minden; Regier Equipment Company, Madrid; kept books for Mick’s salvage business and was Mick’s sub-mail carrier. She was a grain-cart driver during corn harvest, in Elsie; the Shepherd’s Christian Gift &amp; Book Store &amp; Valley Christian Church secretary, in North Platte. But her favorite job was raising their two kids. After Mick’s accident and passing in 2002, Janice shared her testimony at Christian Women’s Clubs in Nebraska and a few churches in the area. She also traveled to Louisiana with her nurse friend, Laura Martinez (Minden), to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Janice was a member of the North Platte Berean Church. Her greatest gift and passion were singing and playing guitar, whenever, wherever she had the opportunity to enjoy Christian music. In the early '80’s, she played with a country western band; in 2000-2010, a gospel Bluegrass group on occasion. Singing with her sisters and brother at family reunions and functions was always a special time. Janice shared her love for music for many years at care home. Singing a variety of old and new hymns and songs that her mom &amp; dad taught her. She also loved photography but did not like to have her picture taken!Janice is survived by her children, Dana Boyce of Arthur, Nebraska, Dustin (Laura) Huber, of Lenoir, North Carolina; grandchildren, J.J., Samantha, Colton, &amp; Jaxson Boyce, Julian Huber; great-grandchildren, Cleo, Jade, Demi, Maysie; sisters, Sherry (Larry) Dawson, Fleming, Colorado, Wanda (Pat) Simonson, Seneca, Nebraska; brother-in-law, David Thieman, Cozad, Nebraska; and blessed with many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.She is preceded in death by her parents, Hermel and Phyllis Priest; husband, Mick of 28 years; brother, Rusty; sister, Rita Thieman; father-in-law &amp; mother-in-law, Robert &amp; Arlene McElhinney;Memorials are suggested to North Platte Berean Church, First Christian Church, North Platte KJLT Radio; Rainbow House, Omaha, Nebraska; Callahan Cancer Center, North Platte.Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 25, 2025 at North Platte Berean Church with Pastor John Stone officiating. Burial will follow the service at the Arthur Cemetery, Arthur, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon – 7, Wednesday, September 24, with family receiving friends from 5:30 – 7 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.

Janice Huber (1955-2025)

Mildred "Millie" Kathileen (Eastwood) Leach, 84, born January 24, 1941 passed away, September 2, 2025 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

Millie was born to Lawrence and Kathileen (Lindsay) Eastwood in Stapleton, NE.&nbsp; She moved several times as a child, later making her home in Brule, NE where she met Russell Leach.&nbsp; They married on August 24, 1958, marking their 67th anniversary this year.

Millie started her education in Julesburg, CO, and then finished her education in the Venango and Brule area. Millie and Russell started their married life at the McGinley-Schilz feedlot south of Brule, then moved onto Henry Anderson farm near Paxton and later worked for Lawler Farm &amp; Ranch, south of Paxton. In 1966, Millie and Russell moved to Ogallala where Russell started a new career and Millie remained the keeper of the house.

Millie worked a couple stints at TRW Capacitors in Ogallala early in their married life. Millie started working later in life as a Childcare teacher at The Church of Christ Daycare and ended her career at Kids Zone. She loved rocking the babies and left a great impression on their little lives.

Millie loved to volunteer. She volunteered for the Pink Ladies, RSVP, MOPS and the Ogallala Regional Arts Council. She also served as a Sunday school teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and helped in the nursery, kitchen and cleaning at the church. Millie was a member of the New Hope church (formerly known as the Berean Church) for over 60 years. Many hours were served in the church setting. Millie was a wonderful servant of God.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Russell Leach of Ogallala, daughters Melanie Towell of Ogallala and Deb (Steve) Demilt of Ogallala. One son - Chad Leach, (Molly Clark) of Kearney, Nebraska; Brother, Willie (Mary Pat) Eastwood of Greeley, Colorado, and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Grandchildren: Brooke Burton of Ogallala, Erica, (Ben) Berry of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Mallory Demilt of Brule, Cami, (Aaron) Spong of Firestone, Colorado, Travis, (Kelli) Demilt of Keystone, Nebraska, and Nathan, (Kameryn) Towell of Moorcroft, Wyoming; Great grandchildren: Kyarrah Burton, Beckett, Nova and little boy (due in October) Berry, Amelia Demilt, Kendall and Kolby Spong, Josi and Cayzan Demilt, Max, Jovi and Jasper Towell.

She was preceded in death by: her parents, her brothers: Buddy, Francis (Babe) and Donnie Eastwood, and great grandchildren - Abel Spong and Milo Berry.

A memorial has been established with donations given to the Ogallala Regional Arts council or the donor's choice.

Memorial services for Millie will be Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10 AM at New Hope Church in Ogallala with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating. Services will be Live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Mildred "Millie" Kathileen (Eastwood) Leach, 84, born January 24, 1941 passed away, September 2, 2025 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.Millie was born to Lawrence and Kathileen (Lindsay) Eastwood in Stapleton, NE.&nbsp; She moved several times as a child, later making her home in Brule, NE where she met Russell Leach.&nbsp; They married on August 24, 1958, marking their 67th anniversary this year.Millie started her education in Julesburg, CO, and then finished her education in the Venango and Brule area. Millie and Russell started their married life at the McGinley-Schilz feedlot south of Brule, then moved onto Henry Anderson farm near Paxton and later worked for Lawler Farm &amp; Ranch, south of Paxton. In 1966, Millie and Russell moved to Ogallala where Russell started a new career and Millie remained the keeper of the house.Millie worked a couple stints at TRW Capacitors in Ogallala early in their married life. Millie started working later in life as a Childcare teacher at The Church of Christ Daycare and ended her career at Kids Zone. She loved rocking the babies and left a great impression on their little lives.Millie loved to volunteer. She volunteered for the Pink Ladies, RSVP, MOPS and the Ogallala Regional Arts Council. She also served as a Sunday school teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and helped in the nursery, kitchen and cleaning at the church. Millie was a member of the New Hope church (formerly known as the Berean Church) for over 60 years. Many hours were served in the church setting. Millie was a wonderful servant of God.Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Russell Leach of Ogallala, daughters Melanie Towell of Ogallala and Deb (Steve) Demilt of Ogallala. One son - Chad Leach, (Molly Clark) of Kearney, Nebraska; Brother, Willie (Mary Pat) Eastwood of Greeley, Colorado, and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Grandchildren: Brooke Burton of Ogallala, Erica, (Ben) Berry of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Mallory Demilt of Brule, Cami, (Aaron) Spong of Firestone, Colorado, Travis, (Kelli) Demilt of Keystone, Nebraska, and Nathan, (Kameryn) Towell of Moorcroft, Wyoming; Great grandchildren: Kyarrah Burton, Beckett, Nova and little boy (due in October) Berry, Amelia Demilt, Kendall and Kolby Spong, Josi and Cayzan Demilt, Max, Jovi and Jasper Towell.She was preceded in death by: her parents, her brothers: Buddy, Francis (Babe) and Donnie Eastwood, and great grandchildren - Abel Spong and Milo Berry.A memorial has been established with donations given to the Ogallala Regional Arts council or the donor's choice.Memorial services for Millie will be Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10 AM at New Hope Church in Ogallala with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating. Services will be Live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.comDraucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Mildred "Millie" Kathileen Leach (1941-2025)

Kevin Charles Van Velson, age 67 formerly of Ogallala, Nebraska, died July 29,2025 in Tokyo, Japan.

Kevin Charles Van Velson was born September 13, 1958 in St. Charles, Missouri to Edward L. Van Velson and Beverly A. (Sieck) Van Velson. Kevin graduated from Ogallala High School in 1976. He attended Kearney State College after injuring his back in a work-related incident. Kevin married Susan Nelson in 1981 but that marriage ended in divorce. He married Robin Fleming in 1986 and they welcomed daughters Elizabeth and Kathryn to their family while living in Greeley, Colorado. Kevin and Robin were also divorced.

Kevin worked very hard when he was able to do so, but he had health issues related to his original back injury and other later work related injuries. He was a landscaper, carpenter, builder and remodeler; he considered himself an entrepreneur. He could work with his head and hands when his injuries and health conditions hampered his ability to do the physical work he enjoyed. His greatest joy came from working and singing in the church. Kevin was a fine vocalist and performed with several select groups in college and in later years. He was a favorite soloist for weddings and funerals and special services, especially at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala. Kevin is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth J. Feldhaus and Kathryn A. Steward, and their children, of Greeley, CO; his brothers, Glenn, Alan and Carlin, and their families, and numerous aunts and cousins.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 20,2025 at 10:00 am from Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala, Nebraska, with Rev. Timothy Steele II. Officiating

Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com. Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to www.drauckerfh.com.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements

<figure>
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 </figure>Kevin Charles Van Velson, age 67 formerly of Ogallala, Nebraska, died July 29,2025 in Tokyo, Japan.Kevin Charles Van Velson was born September 13, 1958 in St. Charles, Missouri to Edward L. Van Velson and Beverly A. (Sieck) Van Velson. Kevin graduated from Ogallala High School in 1976. He attended Kearney State College after injuring his back in a work-related incident. Kevin married Susan Nelson in 1981 but that marriage ended in divorce. He married Robin Fleming in 1986 and they welcomed daughters Elizabeth and Kathryn to their family while living in Greeley, Colorado. Kevin and Robin were also divorced.Kevin worked very hard when he was able to do so, but he had health issues related to his original back injury and other later work related injuries. He was a landscaper, carpenter, builder and remodeler; he considered himself an entrepreneur. He could work with his head and hands when his injuries and health conditions hampered his ability to do the physical work he enjoyed. His greatest joy came from working and singing in the church. Kevin was a fine vocalist and performed with several select groups in college and in later years. He was a favorite soloist for weddings and funerals and special services, especially at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala. Kevin is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth J. Feldhaus and Kathryn A. Steward, and their children, of Greeley, CO; his brothers, Glenn, Alan and Carlin, and their families, and numerous aunts and cousins.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 20,2025 at 10:00 am from Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala, Nebraska, with Rev. Timothy Steele II. OfficiatingInurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com. Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to www.drauckerfh.com.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements

Kevin Charles Van Velson (1958-2025)

Alfredo “Fred” Ovalle, 78 years, of Hershey, NE, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, surrounded by his family. Fred was born June 10, 1947 to Bentura and José Treviño in Pearsall, TX. He moved to Hershey, NE when he was a young boy. Fred and San Juana “Janie” Martinez were married on September 8, 1967 in North Platte. They made their home in Hershey.

Fred served in the Nebraska National Guard in North Platte, being medically discharged in 1966. He hired on the Union Pacific Railroad in 1969 and retired from there in 2005. He was a member of the UTU (United Transportation Union).

During the years he was working on the railroad (you know the song), he always shared his homemade goodies with the other crew members. A highlight of his railroad career was being the engineer on the Atlanta Olympic Train from Omaha to North Platte.

Fred loved sports and the outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, dirt track car racing, and watching his Denver Broncos. He also loved having family over for the 4th of July where he would roast pork and light off LOUD fireworks! Fred loved helping others and never met a stranger. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for anyone.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents Bentura and José; a brother Jesus “Chuy” Treviño and four sisters, Michaela “Mickey” Ureste, Gloria Pérez, Estella Bañuelas and Esther Alvarez.

Fred leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Janie Ovalle, of Hershey; two children, Rochelle O’Valle Martinez of Hastings, NE, and Sam Ovalle (Shelly Kilby), of Kearney, NE; three international exchange student sons Juan (Viviana) of Cali, Colombia South America, Camilo (Diana) of New York, NY and José (Ximena) of Cali, Colombia, South America; six grandchildren, Rudy Rodriguez of North Platte, NE, Marcos Rodriguez (Chad Bittle) of Las Vegas, NV, Marina (Spencer) Campbell of North Platte, NE, Marisol Rodriguez of Holdrege, NE, Pablo Rodriguez (Raven Sanders) of Grant, NE, Ty Monie of Sutherland, NE, and Daniel Ovalle of Kearney, NE; 13 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Ureste of Greeley, CO.

Visitation will be held at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Family will be present from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. with Mass celebrated immediately following at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, September 18, 2025 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Graveside service with military honors will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, near Maxwell.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The American Legion Post #279, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, The American Cancer Society, or The Health Wellness Foundation

To celebrate Fred’s love for sports and the outdoors, the family requests you wear your favorite sport shirt to the service whether it be football, a fishing shirt, a racing shirt or whatever sport you follow.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for all of the love, support, and prayers received during this very difficult time.

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 </figure>Alfredo “Fred” Ovalle, 78 years, of Hershey, NE, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, surrounded by his family. Fred was born June 10, 1947 to Bentura and José Treviño in Pearsall, TX. He moved to Hershey, NE when he was a young boy. Fred and San Juana “Janie” Martinez were married on September 8, 1967 in North Platte. They made their home in Hershey.Fred served in the Nebraska National Guard in North Platte, being medically discharged in 1966. He hired on the Union Pacific Railroad in 1969 and retired from there in 2005. He was a member of the UTU (United Transportation Union).During the years he was working on the railroad (you know the song), he always shared his homemade goodies with the other crew members. A highlight of his railroad career was being the engineer on the Atlanta Olympic Train from Omaha to North Platte.Fred loved sports and the outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, dirt track car racing, and watching his Denver Broncos. He also loved having family over for the 4th of July where he would roast pork and light off LOUD fireworks! Fred loved helping others and never met a stranger. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for anyone.Fred was preceded in death by his parents Bentura and José; a brother Jesus “Chuy” Treviño and four sisters, Michaela “Mickey” Ureste, Gloria Pérez, Estella Bañuelas and Esther Alvarez.Fred leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Janie Ovalle, of Hershey; two children, Rochelle O’Valle Martinez of Hastings, NE, and Sam Ovalle (Shelly Kilby), of Kearney, NE; three international exchange student sons Juan (Viviana) of Cali, Colombia South America, Camilo (Diana) of New York, NY and José (Ximena) of Cali, Colombia, South America; six grandchildren, Rudy Rodriguez of North Platte, NE, Marcos Rodriguez (Chad Bittle) of Las Vegas, NV, Marina (Spencer) Campbell of North Platte, NE, Marisol Rodriguez of Holdrege, NE, Pablo Rodriguez (Raven Sanders) of Grant, NE, Ty Monie of Sutherland, NE, and Daniel Ovalle of Kearney, NE; 13 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Ureste of Greeley, CO.Visitation will be held at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Family will be present from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.The Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. with Mass celebrated immediately following at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, September 18, 2025 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Graveside service with military honors will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, near Maxwell.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The American Legion Post #279, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, The American Cancer Society, or The Health Wellness FoundationTo celebrate Fred’s love for sports and the outdoors, the family requests you wear your favorite sport shirt to the service whether it be football, a fishing shirt, a racing shirt or whatever sport you follow.The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for all of the love, support, and prayers received during this very difficult time.

Alfredo "Fred" Ovalle (1947-2025)

Nancy
Florence Wolfe, age 77, of North Platte, NE passed away on September 9, 2025 at
Great Plains Health.

She was born
on April 12, 1948 in York, NE the daughter of John and Florence (Knorr) Fehlhafer.&nbsp; 

She grew up in
Utica, NE on her family’s farm. Nancy was baptized and confirmed in the
Missouri Synod Lutheran faith. &nbsp;She graduated
from Utica High School in 1966. Nancy then began working in Lincoln, NE at
Farmers Mutual. She met Gail Wolfe in Goehner, NE, and they were married on
June 25, 1971 in Seward, NE at St. John’s Lutheran Church. They Lived in Seward
for a few years before moving to Parks, NE where Gail worked for the Game and
Parks. Afterwards, they moved to Maxwell, NE and lived there for 17 years
before moving to North Platte, NE. There Nancy worked at Western Motors for
several years, then McDonald State Bank, United NE Bank, Boy Scout Office,
Apria Health Care, and finally Haz-Mat Response before retiring.

She enjoyed
sewing, quilting, and baking. She loved making homemade gifts for the new
babies. Holidays were her favorite and she always worked endlessly to make them
special. She decorated for every season, most recently getting her room at
Linden Court all decorated for fall. &nbsp;Her
church and faith were very important to her.&nbsp;
Nancy amazed everyone the last few years with her strength and
resilience through so many medical and physical setbacks. &nbsp;She fought until she just had no strength
left, and then was peacefully lifted into the arms of her Lord and Savior where
she always knew she would be.&nbsp; 

Those left
to cherish her memory are her husband of 54 years, Gail of North Platte, NE; daughter,
Dawn (Manny) Caudillo of North Platte, NE; son, Adam (Lana) Wolfe of Texas; 3
grandchildren, Donaven Wolfe, Noah Wolfe and Sidney Wolfe; sisters, Janice
(Larry) Moore of Ulysses, NE and Joyce (Allen) Sheehan of Seward, NE; and brother-in-law,
Ron Tonniges of Lincoln, NE.

She was
preceded in death by her parents; a grandchild; sister, Lola Tonniges; nephews,
Rodney Tonniges and Ted Sheehan; parents-in-law, Harold and Viola Wolfe;
brother-in-law, David Geddes; and sister-in-law Jacqueline Wolfe.

Funeral services will be at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Daniel Ramsey officiating at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. &nbsp;Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be on Monday, September 15, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Scholarship Fund at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or to Linden Court. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Nancy
Florence Wolfe, age 77, of North Platte, NE passed away on September 9, 2025 at
Great Plains Health.She was born
on April 12, 1948 in York, NE the daughter of John and Florence (Knorr) Fehlhafer.&nbsp; She grew up in
Utica, NE on her family’s farm. Nancy was baptized and confirmed in the
Missouri Synod Lutheran faith. &nbsp;She graduated
from Utica High School in 1966. Nancy then began working in Lincoln, NE at
Farmers Mutual. She met Gail Wolfe in Goehner, NE, and they were married on
June 25, 1971 in Seward, NE at St. John’s Lutheran Church. They Lived in Seward
for a few years before moving to Parks, NE where Gail worked for the Game and
Parks. Afterwards, they moved to Maxwell, NE and lived there for 17 years
before moving to North Platte, NE. There Nancy worked at Western Motors for
several years, then McDonald State Bank, United NE Bank, Boy Scout Office,
Apria Health Care, and finally Haz-Mat Response before retiring.She enjoyed
sewing, quilting, and baking. She loved making homemade gifts for the new
babies. Holidays were her favorite and she always worked endlessly to make them
special. She decorated for every season, most recently getting her room at
Linden Court all decorated for fall. &nbsp;Her
church and faith were very important to her.&nbsp;
Nancy amazed everyone the last few years with her strength and
resilience through so many medical and physical setbacks. &nbsp;She fought until she just had no strength
left, and then was peacefully lifted into the arms of her Lord and Savior where
she always knew she would be.&nbsp; Those left
to cherish her memory are her husband of 54 years, Gail of North Platte, NE; daughter,
Dawn (Manny) Caudillo of North Platte, NE; son, Adam (Lana) Wolfe of Texas; 3
grandchildren, Donaven Wolfe, Noah Wolfe and Sidney Wolfe; sisters, Janice
(Larry) Moore of Ulysses, NE and Joyce (Allen) Sheehan of Seward, NE; and brother-in-law,
Ron Tonniges of Lincoln, NE.She was
preceded in death by her parents; a grandchild; sister, Lola Tonniges; nephews,
Rodney Tonniges and Ted Sheehan; parents-in-law, Harold and Viola Wolfe;
brother-in-law, David Geddes; and sister-in-law Jacqueline Wolfe.Funeral services will be at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Daniel Ramsey officiating at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. &nbsp;Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be on Monday, September 15, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to the Scholarship Fund at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or to Linden Court. &nbsp;

Nancy Wolfe (1948-2025)

Stanley E. Nielson, 86, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at Woodlake Assisted Living in Lakewood, Colorado.

Born on January 9, 1939, in Big Springs, Nebraska, Stan was the son of Don and Ruth (Haney) Nielson. He was raised on the family ranch north of Arthur, Nebraska, where he spent his formative years.

A 1956 graduate of Arthur County High School, Stan went on to attend Chadron State College. In 1959, he married Leola Aufdengarten. Together, they began their married life ranching with Stan’s parents until 1968, when the family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. There, Stan earned a master’s degree in microbiology from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

In 1974, the Nielsons relocated to Lakewood, Colorado, where Stan conducted cancer research at the University of Colorado Medical Center. In 1985, he transitioned to business ownership, founding Colorado Analytical Laboratory with his sons, Shane and Stuart. Many of his grandchildren worked there during the summers where they enjoyed being part of the family business. Stan continued applying his expertise as a chemist until his retirement in 2008.

Stan had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and loved spending time with family. His many hobbies included hiking in the mountains, cooking, photography, gardening, and off-road adventures exploring the Colorado backcountry.

He is survived by his children: Shane (Patti) Nielson of Lakewood, Colorado; Stacy (Kerry) Ross of Conifer, Colorado; and Stuart (Kim) Nielson of Lakewood, Colorado. He is also survived by his sister, Mary McConnell of Hurst, Texas; sister-in-law Peggy Simpson and Debbie Augdenarten; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Stan was preceded in death by his first wife, Leola, in 1984; two sons, Steve (1966) and Syd (1975); and his second wife, Patricia, in 2015.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Arthur County Cemetery in Arthur, Nebraska. The service will be officiated by Rev. Blake Wilkes.

Condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757603670817.png" alt="Stanley Nielson" />
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 </figure>Stanley E. Nielson, 86, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at Woodlake Assisted Living in Lakewood, Colorado.Born on January 9, 1939, in Big Springs, Nebraska, Stan was the son of Don and Ruth (Haney) Nielson. He was raised on the family ranch north of Arthur, Nebraska, where he spent his formative years.A 1956 graduate of Arthur County High School, Stan went on to attend Chadron State College. In 1959, he married Leola Aufdengarten. Together, they began their married life ranching with Stan’s parents until 1968, when the family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. There, Stan earned a master’s degree in microbiology from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.In 1974, the Nielsons relocated to Lakewood, Colorado, where Stan conducted cancer research at the University of Colorado Medical Center. In 1985, he transitioned to business ownership, founding Colorado Analytical Laboratory with his sons, Shane and Stuart. Many of his grandchildren worked there during the summers where they enjoyed being part of the family business. Stan continued applying his expertise as a chemist until his retirement in 2008.Stan had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and loved spending time with family. His many hobbies included hiking in the mountains, cooking, photography, gardening, and off-road adventures exploring the Colorado backcountry.He is survived by his children: Shane (Patti) Nielson of Lakewood, Colorado; Stacy (Kerry) Ross of Conifer, Colorado; and Stuart (Kim) Nielson of Lakewood, Colorado. He is also survived by his sister, Mary McConnell of Hurst, Texas; sister-in-law Peggy Simpson and Debbie Augdenarten; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.Stan was preceded in death by his first wife, Leola, in 1984; two sons, Steve (1966) and Syd (1975); and his second wife, Patricia, in 2015.A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Arthur County Cemetery in Arthur, Nebraska. The service will be officiated by Rev. Blake Wilkes.Condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.comDraucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Stanley E Nielson (1939-2025)

Kimberly A. “Kim” Whitaker of North Platte passed away peacefully at her home on September 7, 2025, surrounded by love.&nbsp;

Kim was born on May 1, 1961, in Denver, Colorado, to Jim and Nancy Whitaker. The family soon moved to North Platte, where she attended North Platte Public Schools and graduated with the Class of 1979. That same year, she married Jerry Nichols of North Platte, and together they raised three children: Sarah (1980), Eric (1982), and Kyle (1985).&nbsp;

Kim devoted her early years to raising her children, whether it was countless evenings at the ballpark, packing up the camper for a weekend at the lake, or later heading out for time at the family cabin. Once her kids were in school, Kim began a career in retail at the North Platte Mall. For more than 25 years, she shared her talents and love of fashion while helping manage stores including Herberger’s, The Buckle, and finally Christopher &amp; Banks before her retirement. Her natural eye for clothing was evident—her closets could tell the story best.&nbsp;

Outside of work, Kim filled her days with hobbies and passions that brought her joy. She loved shopping, antiques (especially shopping for antiques), cooking, being outdoors, weekends at the lake, cheering on Husker football, and most of all, caring for her beloved plants. Indoors or out, she could make anything flourish. A gift card to the local nursery was all it took to make her day.&nbsp;

Kim’s home was always a welcoming place. She had a way of making everyone feel comfortable and loved—her children’s friends often found her house to be their second home. Her fully stocked pantry of sodas may have been for them, though in truth it may also have fueled her love for Squirt—often more than a half dozen cans a day.&nbsp;

Kim is survived by her children: Sarah Nichols (Jeff), Eric Nichols (Shannon), and Kyle Nichols (Sarah M.), all of North Platte; grandchildren: Sadie (Justin) Pettit of Omaha, Sophia (Ezeqiel) of Denver, Jayden of Fremont, Treyton (Shontelle), Ben, Ryder, Penelope, Gianna, and Tyler, all of North Platte; brother David (Abel) Whitaker of New York City; Aunt Diane Kelly-Blunk, cousins Mark, Jeff, and Sean Whitaker of McCook, and Kevin Whitaker of Gilbert, Arizona; along with many other dear family members and friends who held a special place in her heart.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Jim and Nancy Whitaker; grandparents James and Kathleen Whitaker and Loren and Maxine Morris; great-aunt Ellen Christensen; uncle Bill Whitaker; Cousin Lindsey Whitaker; and many close friends.&nbsp;

Kim will be remembered for her kindness, her sense of humor, her deep love for family, and her gift for making every place she touched feel like home.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Lincoln County Extension Office or Mid Nebraska Community Foundation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be expressed at adamsswanson.com.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, September 12, 2025 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Evans officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from noon – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1757431663801.jpeg" alt="Kim Whitaker" />
 <figcaption>Kim Whitaker</figcaption>
 </figure>Kimberly A. “Kim” Whitaker of North Platte passed away peacefully at her home on September 7, 2025, surrounded by love.&nbsp;Kim was born on May 1, 1961, in Denver, Colorado, to Jim and Nancy Whitaker. The family soon moved to North Platte, where she attended North Platte Public Schools and graduated with the Class of 1979. That same year, she married Jerry Nichols of North Platte, and together they raised three children: Sarah (1980), Eric (1982), and Kyle (1985).&nbsp;Kim devoted her early years to raising her children, whether it was countless evenings at the ballpark, packing up the camper for a weekend at the lake, or later heading out for time at the family cabin. Once her kids were in school, Kim began a career in retail at the North Platte Mall. For more than 25 years, she shared her talents and love of fashion while helping manage stores including Herberger’s, The Buckle, and finally Christopher &amp; Banks before her retirement. Her natural eye for clothing was evident—her closets could tell the story best.&nbsp;Outside of work, Kim filled her days with hobbies and passions that brought her joy. She loved shopping, antiques (especially shopping for antiques), cooking, being outdoors, weekends at the lake, cheering on Husker football, and most of all, caring for her beloved plants. Indoors or out, she could make anything flourish. A gift card to the local nursery was all it took to make her day.&nbsp;Kim’s home was always a welcoming place. She had a way of making everyone feel comfortable and loved—her children’s friends often found her house to be their second home. Her fully stocked pantry of sodas may have been for them, though in truth it may also have fueled her love for Squirt—often more than a half dozen cans a day.&nbsp;Kim is survived by her children: Sarah Nichols (Jeff), Eric Nichols (Shannon), and Kyle Nichols (Sarah M.), all of North Platte; grandchildren: Sadie (Justin) Pettit of Omaha, Sophia (Ezeqiel) of Denver, Jayden of Fremont, Treyton (Shontelle), Ben, Ryder, Penelope, Gianna, and Tyler, all of North Platte; brother David (Abel) Whitaker of New York City; Aunt Diane Kelly-Blunk, cousins Mark, Jeff, and Sean Whitaker of McCook, and Kevin Whitaker of Gilbert, Arizona; along with many other dear family members and friends who held a special place in her heart.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Jim and Nancy Whitaker; grandparents James and Kathleen Whitaker and Loren and Maxine Morris; great-aunt Ellen Christensen; uncle Bill Whitaker; Cousin Lindsey Whitaker; and many close friends.&nbsp;Kim will be remembered for her kindness, her sense of humor, her deep love for family, and her gift for making every place she touched feel like home.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Lincoln County Extension Office or Mid Nebraska Community Foundation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be expressed at adamsswanson.com.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, September 12, 2025 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Evans officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from noon – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.&nbsp;

Kimberly A. "Kim" Whitaker (1961-2025)

Liz Haines (Goertz) passed away following a short illness on July 19, 2025 at Denver Hospice surrounded by her family.

Born on November 21, 1931 in Hebron, Nebraska to Guy and Rena Chapin, Liz grew up in Falls City, Nebraska and Colorado Springs, Colorado.&nbsp; The family moved to Ogallala, Nebraska during her sophomore year of high school.&nbsp; She later attended Colorado Women's College in Denver.

While in high school, Liz met Sam Goertz.&nbsp; They married, and after Sam's Air Force discharge, they returned to the family farm south of Ogallala.&nbsp; Love found Liz once again following Sam's untimely death when she met and married Carl Haines.&nbsp; Carl's work provided the opportunity to live in many U.S. cities, eventually settling in Ogallala for retirement.

Liz was a loyal community advocate.&nbsp; She was dedicated to her church as a teacher, choir member, and leader of several fellowship groups.&nbsp; She supported education in her community as a member of the school board and a leader of 4-H.&nbsp; Civically minded, she was active in Republican politics, was selected as a member of the Nebraska Commission on the Status of Women, and was the president of the Retail Trades Committee.&nbsp; In addition, she was a long-time Meals on Wheels volunteer and a founding supporter of the Keith County Foundation.&nbsp; Liz was a lifetime member of PEO where she held many leadership positions.&nbsp; Continuing her active lifestyle in later years, she led a twice-weekly exercise class at her retirement community and served on the advisory committee for the facility.

An astute businesswoman, Liz purchased and operated Macques Dress Shop in Ogallala, combining a successful business with her life-long love of fashion and her skills as a seamstress.&nbsp; She also oversaw the operation of the Goertz Farm for decades.

Gathering with friends, gardening, bridge club, spending time at the lake, and caring for her many canine companions were just a few of Liz's life-long pursuits, but she was most fiercely passionate about her family.

Liz is survived by her children, Kevin Goertz (Acacia) of Westminster, Colorado, David Goertz of Hotchkiss, Colorado, Chris Goertz of Ogallala, Nebraska, Lisa Goertz of Centennial, Colorado, and Steve Goertz (Kristen) of St. Paul, Minnesota; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Rena Chapin, her brother, Bill Chapin and his wife Peggy, and husbands Sam Goertz and Carl Haines.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. MST at United Church of Christ First Congregational in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; Services will be officiated by Pastor Lisa Hadler.&nbsp; Liz will be inurned in the Ogallala Cemetery in a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Church of Christ First Congregational Church, 21st Century Endowment Fund, or the Keith County Foundation.

Liza was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.

Condolences may be left by going to <a href="http://www.drauckerfh.com">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to <a href="http://www.drauckerfh.com">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.

Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.

Liz Haines (Goertz) passed away following a short illness on July 19, 2025 at Denver Hospice surrounded by her family.Born on November 21, 1931 in Hebron, Nebraska to Guy and Rena Chapin, Liz grew up in Falls City, Nebraska and Colorado Springs, Colorado.&nbsp; The family moved to Ogallala, Nebraska during her sophomore year of high school.&nbsp; She later attended Colorado Women's College in Denver.While in high school, Liz met Sam Goertz.&nbsp; They married, and after Sam's Air Force discharge, they returned to the family farm south of Ogallala.&nbsp; Love found Liz once again following Sam's untimely death when she met and married Carl Haines.&nbsp; Carl's work provided the opportunity to live in many U.S. cities, eventually settling in Ogallala for retirement.Liz was a loyal community advocate.&nbsp; She was dedicated to her church as a teacher, choir member, and leader of several fellowship groups.&nbsp; She supported education in her community as a member of the school board and a leader of 4-H.&nbsp; Civically minded, she was active in Republican politics, was selected as a member of the Nebraska Commission on the Status of Women, and was the president of the Retail Trades Committee.&nbsp; In addition, she was a long-time Meals on Wheels volunteer and a founding supporter of the Keith County Foundation.&nbsp; Liz was a lifetime member of PEO where she held many leadership positions.&nbsp; Continuing her active lifestyle in later years, she led a twice-weekly exercise class at her retirement community and served on the advisory committee for the facility.An astute businesswoman, Liz purchased and operated Macques Dress Shop in Ogallala, combining a successful business with her life-long love of fashion and her skills as a seamstress.&nbsp; She also oversaw the operation of the Goertz Farm for decades.Gathering with friends, gardening, bridge club, spending time at the lake, and caring for her many canine companions were just a few of Liz's life-long pursuits, but she was most fiercely passionate about her family.Liz is survived by her children, Kevin Goertz (Acacia) of Westminster, Colorado, David Goertz of Hotchkiss, Colorado, Chris Goertz of Ogallala, Nebraska, Lisa Goertz of Centennial, Colorado, and Steve Goertz (Kristen) of St. Paul, Minnesota; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Rena Chapin, her brother, Bill Chapin and his wife Peggy, and husbands Sam Goertz and Carl Haines.A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. MST at United Church of Christ First Congregational in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; Services will be officiated by Pastor Lisa Hadler.&nbsp; Liz will be inurned in the Ogallala Cemetery in a private ceremony.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United Church of Christ First Congregational Church, 21st Century Endowment Fund, or the Keith County Foundation.Liza was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew her.Condolences may be left by going to <a href="http://www.drauckerfh.com">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to <a href="http://www.drauckerfh.com">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.

Liz Haines (1931-2025)

Dennis Gene Godbey, born Aug. 26, 1951, passed away on Aug. 11, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and love.

A 1969 graduate of North Platte High School, Dennis proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His discipline and perseverance shaped the rest of his life, from earning black belts in TaekwonDo, Combat Hapkido, and To-Shin Do, to his 30-year career with Union Pacific Railroad as an electrician and engineer.&nbsp; He was also a devoted ham radio operator, always ready to connect and lend a hand.

Above all, Dennis cherished his family. He is survived by his second wife, Cheryl; children, Scotti (Shelly) Godbey and Heather (Chris) Harvey; siblings, Tonya (Ray) Mullen, Sharon (Mark) Nichelson, Dale (Terri) Godbey, Jerry Godbey, Cindy Lundgren and Roy (Karen) Godbey; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Dennis will be remembered for his honor, loyalty, and devotion to those he loved. He will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing.

Dennis Gene Godbey, born Aug. 26, 1951, passed away on Aug. 11, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and love.A 1969 graduate of North Platte High School, Dennis proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His discipline and perseverance shaped the rest of his life, from earning black belts in TaekwonDo, Combat Hapkido, and To-Shin Do, to his 30-year career with Union Pacific Railroad as an electrician and engineer.&nbsp; He was also a devoted ham radio operator, always ready to connect and lend a hand.Above all, Dennis cherished his family. He is survived by his second wife, Cheryl; children, Scotti (Shelly) Godbey and Heather (Chris) Harvey; siblings, Tonya (Ray) Mullen, Sharon (Mark) Nichelson, Dale (Terri) Godbey, Jerry Godbey, Cindy Lundgren and Roy (Karen) Godbey; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.Dennis will be remembered for his honor, loyalty, and devotion to those he loved. He will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing.

Dennis Gene Godbey (1951-2025)

Richard "Dick" Fugate, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 9, 2025. Born on July 22, 1942, in North Platte, Nebraska, Dick proudly served in the Air Force as a munitions technician in Libya during the Korean War. He began his career with the Bell System and worked in the telecommunications industry until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his father, Archie Fugate; his mother, Ruby Fugate; and his sons, Brian Fugate and stepson Andy Butrick.

Dick is survived by his loving wife, Marcia Fugate; his sister, Jenee (Ken) Bennett; and his children, daughter Dustie (Jeremy) Cole and son Richard (Jinthita) Fugate. He was a cherished grandfather to Ashleigh (Ryan) Wempe, Lauren (Sam) Fugate, Alexandra (Dillon) Fugate, Kaden Cole, Taylor Fugate, Kellen Cole, Tucker (Presley) Closman, Kenley Cole, Aspen Closman, and Ryder Cole. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Sophia and Olivia Wempe. Dick loved his role as a father and grandfather and always enjoyed making people laugh.

An avid fisherman and a talented cook, Dick found joy in simple pleasures, including a cold Miller Lite. He was also a passionate fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, cheering them on with enthusiasm.

A memorial ceremony will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery on September 8th at 11:00 AM, with a celebration of life to follow at Brother’s Tavern in North Platte.

In place of plants or flowers, donations are being collected for a memorial to be established at Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course where Dick enjoyed many afternoons with family and his wife, Marcia.&nbsp; &nbsp; Send to: Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course - Dick Fugate Memorial, 1101 Arrowhead Meadows Drive, PO Box 262 Curtis, NE 69025

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1756318910496.jpeg" alt="Dick (Richard) Fugate" />
 <figcaption>Dick (Richard) Fugate</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard "Dick" Fugate, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 9, 2025. Born on July 22, 1942, in North Platte, Nebraska, Dick proudly served in the Air Force as a munitions technician in Libya during the Korean War. He began his career with the Bell System and worked in the telecommunications industry until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his father, Archie Fugate; his mother, Ruby Fugate; and his sons, Brian Fugate and stepson Andy Butrick.Dick is survived by his loving wife, Marcia Fugate; his sister, Jenee (Ken) Bennett; and his children, daughter Dustie (Jeremy) Cole and son Richard (Jinthita) Fugate. He was a cherished grandfather to Ashleigh (Ryan) Wempe, Lauren (Sam) Fugate, Alexandra (Dillon) Fugate, Kaden Cole, Taylor Fugate, Kellen Cole, Tucker (Presley) Closman, Kenley Cole, Aspen Closman, and Ryder Cole. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Sophia and Olivia Wempe. Dick loved his role as a father and grandfather and always enjoyed making people laugh.An avid fisherman and a talented cook, Dick found joy in simple pleasures, including a cold Miller Lite. He was also a passionate fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, cheering them on with enthusiasm.A memorial ceremony will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery on September 8th at 11:00 AM, with a celebration of life to follow at Brother’s Tavern in North Platte.In place of plants or flowers, donations are being collected for a memorial to be established at Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course where Dick enjoyed many afternoons with family and his wife, Marcia.&nbsp; &nbsp; Send to: Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course - Dick Fugate Memorial, 1101 Arrowhead Meadows Drive, PO Box 262 Curtis, NE 69025

Richard "Dick" Fugate (1942-2025)

LaVerne D. Gordon, 56, of Lincoln, Nebraska formerly of North Platte, passed away in Fort Collins, Colorado on July 1, 2025. &nbsp;

On July 6, his wife and daughters held a Celebration of Life in Lincoln. &nbsp;

His mother &amp; sister &nbsp;will be hosting a 2nd Celebration of Life for his North Platte family and friends at 5:00 P.M., Thursday, August 28 (LaVerne's birthday) at 3920 Cavalry Hills, North Platte. &nbsp;All are welcome to come and share their memories of LaVerne.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1755713981953.jpeg" alt="LaVerne Gordon" />
 <figcaption>LaVerne Gordon</figcaption>
 </figure>LaVerne D. Gordon, 56, of Lincoln, Nebraska formerly of North Platte, passed away in Fort Collins, Colorado on July 1, 2025. &nbsp;On July 6, his wife and daughters held a Celebration of Life in Lincoln. &nbsp;His mother &amp; sister &nbsp;will be hosting a 2nd Celebration of Life for his North Platte family and friends at 5:00 P.M., Thursday, August 28 (LaVerne's birthday) at 3920 Cavalry Hills, North Platte. &nbsp;All are welcome to come and share their memories of LaVerne.

LaVerne D Gordon (1968-2025)

Trampas
Justin Osborne, 52, passed away on August 19, 2025. He was born on February 24,
1973, in Sutherland, Nebraska, to Terry and Cindy (Crosby) Osborne. Trampas
grew up in Sutherland, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1991. After
high school he moved to Omaha where he worked in construction for over 10
years. He returned home to Sutherland and built a career at the local ethanol
plant, where he proudly worked for over 20 years. Most recently, his work in
the ethanol industry led him to Phillipsburg, Kansas, where he was excited to
begin a new job.

Trampas
was the life of every party, known for having a good time, his love of hunting and
golfing, and his time spent on Sutherland Reservoir fishing with friends. He
cheered loudly for Husker football and volleyball, often hosting watch parties
in his mom’s garage — a tradition that brought together family, friends, and
neighbors.&nbsp;

Above
all, Trampas loved his community. He could be found grilling at fundraisers,
cheering on the Sailors, and giving his time wherever it was needed. His
generosity and spirit left an indelible mark on Sutherland.

The
proudest moments of his life were becoming a father to Hunter in 1998 and, more
recently, “Grandpa” to Bryson and Sophia. Nothing brought him more joy than his
family.

Trampas
is survived by his mother, Cindy Crosby; siblings Elery (Andy) Hoban and Wylie
(Dana) Osborne; son Hunter Osborne and girlfriend Kacie Edwards; grandchildren
Bryson and Sophia; grandfather George Crosby; nephew Teghan Osborne, niece and
nephews Berkeley, Cohen, and Beckett Osborne; his “brother from another
mother,” Andy Scott; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and special
friends who were considered family. He was preceded in death by his father
Terry Osborne; grandparents Charles Funk, Hazel Funk, Delores Crosby and uncles
Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, and Gary Roberts.

A
celebration of life service will be at the Sutherland American Legion Hall on
Friday at 5 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to wear Huskers, Sailors or
Denver Broncos attire.

Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1755705815881.jpeg" alt="Trampas Osborne" />
 <figcaption>Trampas Osborne</figcaption>
 </figure>Trampas
Justin Osborne, 52, passed away on August 19, 2025. He was born on February 24,
1973, in Sutherland, Nebraska, to Terry and Cindy (Crosby) Osborne. Trampas
grew up in Sutherland, graduating from Sutherland High School in 1991. After
high school he moved to Omaha where he worked in construction for over 10
years. He returned home to Sutherland and built a career at the local ethanol
plant, where he proudly worked for over 20 years. Most recently, his work in
the ethanol industry led him to Phillipsburg, Kansas, where he was excited to
begin a new job.Trampas
was the life of every party, known for having a good time, his love of hunting and
golfing, and his time spent on Sutherland Reservoir fishing with friends. He
cheered loudly for Husker football and volleyball, often hosting watch parties
in his mom’s garage — a tradition that brought together family, friends, and
neighbors.&nbsp;Above
all, Trampas loved his community. He could be found grilling at fundraisers,
cheering on the Sailors, and giving his time wherever it was needed. His
generosity and spirit left an indelible mark on Sutherland.The
proudest moments of his life were becoming a father to Hunter in 1998 and, more
recently, “Grandpa” to Bryson and Sophia. Nothing brought him more joy than his
family.Trampas
is survived by his mother, Cindy Crosby; siblings Elery (Andy) Hoban and Wylie
(Dana) Osborne; son Hunter Osborne and girlfriend Kacie Edwards; grandchildren
Bryson and Sophia; grandfather George Crosby; nephew Teghan Osborne, niece and
nephews Berkeley, Cohen, and Beckett Osborne; his “brother from another
mother,” Andy Scott; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and special
friends who were considered family. He was preceded in death by his father
Terry Osborne; grandparents Charles Funk, Hazel Funk, Delores Crosby and uncles
Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, and Gary Roberts.A
celebration of life service will be at the Sutherland American Legion Hall on
Friday at 5 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to wear Huskers, Sailors or
Denver Broncos attire.Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Trampas Osborne (1973-2025)

Margaret Rose (Finn) Kostman, 95, of Arthur, NE passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, NE.

Margaret was born on April 16, 1930, to Harry and Lena (Kemp) Finn in Hyannis, NE. Margaret was the youngest with an older brother, Glenn, and sister, Atta.

Margaret and her family spent the first 5 years of her life on her father’s homestead south of Bingham, NE. Then he moved to Arthur community where Margaret attended grade school in various Arthur County schools and graduated from Arthur County High School in 1948.

Margaret received her first teaching certificate from normal training in high school, and her first teaching position was at the Jensen School District #9 in Arthur County.

On July 10, 1949, Margaret married Gordon Kostman in the Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Ogallala, NE, and was confirmed at the church in 1950. Margaret and Gordon welcomed two children to their marriage, Karma and Kevin.&nbsp;

Margaret taught school intermittently for 36 years, teaching in Arthur, Brown, and Keith counties, while her husband was ranching. She retired from teaching in 1995 but continued substitute teaching for many more years.

Margaret greatly enjoyed working with her students. She enjoyed humor and laughing with them and being a friend. Seriousness was very important too, she felt there was a time for laughter and a time for seriousness.

Margaret was the NSRA Secretary for several years as well as secretary for the Arthur County Fair Rodeo, Arthur County High School Rodeo and was a member of the Retired Teachers &amp; Delta Kappa Gamma organizations.

Gordon &amp; Margaret helped organize the Arthur County High School Rodeo Club and Margaret received appreciation awards from Arthur Agricultural Society, the Arthur Roping Club and the high school Rodeo Club for her dedication to the programs. Gordan &amp; Margaret served as the Grand Marshals at the 2003 Arthur County Fair. She was honored as Woman of the Year by Zeta Mu Sorority. Margaret received the Pack Bocker Award in 2013 and received recognition from the Rodeo Committee in 2015.

Margaret loved watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in 4-H shows, rodeos, and all sport activities and was so proud of all of their accomplishments. She enjoyed playing cards, especially bridge, and numerous board games while visiting and laughing with friends and family. Margaret had a tendency to “take a peak” at her neighbors cards and “pass the deal” to the next person.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at The Draucker Funeral Home Chapel from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In Ogallala, NE.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, August 20 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with Reverend Timothy Steele II officiating in Ogallala, NE.

Interment will be at The Arthur Cemetery in Arthur, NE.

She is survived by her children, Karma Kramer of AZ, Kevin (Wendy) Kostman of Bingham, NE; in-law siblings, Francis (Dick) Geisert and Joan Scully, grandchildren, Tara (Brian) Bender of Kearney, NE, Tandi Porter of McCook, NE, Reed (Micki) Kramer of Arthur, NE, Cody (Lauren) Kostman of Bingham, NE and Kryn Kostman of Lincoln, NE; great-grandchildren, Kealy, Kayden, Kamry, Kyan, Bailee, Shaye (Keaton), Karstyn, Bentlee, Liam, Max, Riggin, and Josiea; great great-granddaughter, Porter; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordan Kostman; parents, Harry &amp; Lena Finn; siblings and their spouses, Glenn (Iris) Finn and Atta (Wilson) McCarty; brother-in-law, Norman Kostman; grandson-in-law, Scott Porter.

Memorial can be made in Margaret’s name to The Arthur High School Scholarship fund.

Condolences may be left by going to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.drauckerfh.com/">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.

Services will live-streamed and can be watched by going to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.drauckerfh.com/">www.drauckerfh.com</a>&nbsp;and clicking the watch live button.

Draucker home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1755185288176.jpeg" alt="Margaret Kostman" />
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 </figure>Margaret Rose (Finn) Kostman, 95, of Arthur, NE passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, NE.Margaret was born on April 16, 1930, to Harry and Lena (Kemp) Finn in Hyannis, NE. Margaret was the youngest with an older brother, Glenn, and sister, Atta.Margaret and her family spent the first 5 years of her life on her father’s homestead south of Bingham, NE. Then he moved to Arthur community where Margaret attended grade school in various Arthur County schools and graduated from Arthur County High School in 1948.Margaret received her first teaching certificate from normal training in high school, and her first teaching position was at the Jensen School District #9 in Arthur County.On July 10, 1949, Margaret married Gordon Kostman in the Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Ogallala, NE, and was confirmed at the church in 1950. Margaret and Gordon welcomed two children to their marriage, Karma and Kevin.&nbsp;Margaret taught school intermittently for 36 years, teaching in Arthur, Brown, and Keith counties, while her husband was ranching. She retired from teaching in 1995 but continued substitute teaching for many more years.Margaret greatly enjoyed working with her students. She enjoyed humor and laughing with them and being a friend. Seriousness was very important too, she felt there was a time for laughter and a time for seriousness.Margaret was the NSRA Secretary for several years as well as secretary for the Arthur County Fair Rodeo, Arthur County High School Rodeo and was a member of the Retired Teachers &amp; Delta Kappa Gamma organizations.Gordon &amp; Margaret helped organize the Arthur County High School Rodeo Club and Margaret received appreciation awards from Arthur Agricultural Society, the Arthur Roping Club and the high school Rodeo Club for her dedication to the programs. Gordan &amp; Margaret served as the Grand Marshals at the 2003 Arthur County Fair. She was honored as Woman of the Year by Zeta Mu Sorority. Margaret received the Pack Bocker Award in 2013 and received recognition from the Rodeo Committee in 2015.Margaret loved watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in 4-H shows, rodeos, and all sport activities and was so proud of all of their accomplishments. She enjoyed playing cards, especially bridge, and numerous board games while visiting and laughing with friends and family. Margaret had a tendency to “take a peak” at her neighbors cards and “pass the deal” to the next person.&nbsp;Visitation will be Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at The Draucker Funeral Home Chapel from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In Ogallala, NE.Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, August 20 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with Reverend Timothy Steele II officiating in Ogallala, NE.Interment will be at The Arthur Cemetery in Arthur, NE.She is survived by her children, Karma Kramer of AZ, Kevin (Wendy) Kostman of Bingham, NE; in-law siblings, Francis (Dick) Geisert and Joan Scully, grandchildren, Tara (Brian) Bender of Kearney, NE, Tandi Porter of McCook, NE, Reed (Micki) Kramer of Arthur, NE, Cody (Lauren) Kostman of Bingham, NE and Kryn Kostman of Lincoln, NE; great-grandchildren, Kealy, Kayden, Kamry, Kyan, Bailee, Shaye (Keaton), Karstyn, Bentlee, Liam, Max, Riggin, and Josiea; great great-granddaughter, Porter; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordan Kostman; parents, Harry &amp; Lena Finn; siblings and their spouses, Glenn (Iris) Finn and Atta (Wilson) McCarty; brother-in-law, Norman Kostman; grandson-in-law, Scott Porter.Memorial can be made in Margaret’s name to The Arthur High School Scholarship fund.Condolences may be left by going to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.drauckerfh.com/">www.drauckerfh.com</a>.Services will live-streamed and can be watched by going to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.drauckerfh.com/">www.drauckerfh.com</a>&nbsp;and clicking the watch live button.Draucker home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Margaret Kostman (1930-2025)

Dorothy (Olson) Glenn, age 78, of Ogallala, NE died Monday, August 11, 2025, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, NE.

Dorthy was born on December 11th, 1946, in Minden, Nebraska to Wayne and Esther (Warnken) Olson. She attended Minden public schools and graduated from Minden High School with the class of 1965. She started dating James Glenn as a freshman in Minden. She and James wed August 26th, 1967, while both were students at Kearney State College. Dorothy earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Kearney State in the spring of 1968 and started teaching in Overton while Jim finished his degree program. They moved to Gering, Nebraska in the summer of 1969 to start their careers and their family together.

Dorothy was an elementary teacher in Scottsbluff for several years, spent one year as a music teacher in Melbeta, then taught social studies at Haig rural school for years. Their son Jason was born in 1971 while they lived in Gering, followed by their other son Jeremy in 1973. During the summer of 1985, the family returned to Minden where Dorothy was an elementary teacher. She thoroughly enjoyed watching her two sons participate in athletics, band, musicals, and other activities. Another job change by Jim took them to Ogallala, Nebraska in the fall of 1990. Dorothy taught at Progress Elementary and Prairie View Elementary until her retirement in 2009.

Since her retirement, Dorothy played a lot of cards – bridge being a favorite – and enjoyed time with her friends and family.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM at The First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, NE with Rev. Curt Magelky officiating.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband James, her sons Jason of Ogallala and Jeremy of Charlotte, NC, her sister MaryAnn (Stan) Napier of Leesburg, FL, her brother Stephen (Debbie) Olson of Minden, her nieces and numerous cousins.

Dorothy was a member of the National Education Association, the Nebraska State Education Association, and various local education associations. She was a member of P.E.O. and was an active member of the United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers Dorothy's family is establishing a scholarship in her name.&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com.

Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to www.drauckerfh.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/8/1755184909318.png" alt="Dorothy Glenn" />
 <figcaption>Dorothy Glenn</figcaption>
 </figure>Dorothy (Olson) Glenn, age 78, of Ogallala, NE died Monday, August 11, 2025, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, NE.Dorthy was born on December 11th, 1946, in Minden, Nebraska to Wayne and Esther (Warnken) Olson. She attended Minden public schools and graduated from Minden High School with the class of 1965. She started dating James Glenn as a freshman in Minden. She and James wed August 26th, 1967, while both were students at Kearney State College. Dorothy earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Kearney State in the spring of 1968 and started teaching in Overton while Jim finished his degree program. They moved to Gering, Nebraska in the summer of 1969 to start their careers and their family together.Dorothy was an elementary teacher in Scottsbluff for several years, spent one year as a music teacher in Melbeta, then taught social studies at Haig rural school for years. Their son Jason was born in 1971 while they lived in Gering, followed by their other son Jeremy in 1973. During the summer of 1985, the family returned to Minden where Dorothy was an elementary teacher. She thoroughly enjoyed watching her two sons participate in athletics, band, musicals, and other activities. Another job change by Jim took them to Ogallala, Nebraska in the fall of 1990. Dorothy taught at Progress Elementary and Prairie View Elementary until her retirement in 2009.Since her retirement, Dorothy played a lot of cards – bridge being a favorite – and enjoyed time with her friends and family.A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM at The First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, NE with Rev. Curt Magelky officiating.Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband James, her sons Jason of Ogallala and Jeremy of Charlotte, NC, her sister MaryAnn (Stan) Napier of Leesburg, FL, her brother Stephen (Debbie) Olson of Minden, her nieces and numerous cousins.Dorothy was a member of the National Education Association, the Nebraska State Education Association, and various local education associations. She was a member of P.E.O. and was an active member of the United Methodist Church.In lieu of flowers Dorothy's family is establishing a scholarship in her name.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com.Services will be live-streamed and can be watched by going to www.drauckerfh.com.

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