Ronald Dean Mahnken, age 75, of North Platte, died unexpectedly at home on Monday, December 9, 2019.

Ron was born October 11, 1944, to Carl Frederik John and Dorothy Eva (Engel) Mahnken at Grant, Nebraska where he grew up.&nbsp; Ron graduated from Perkins County High School in 1962, then went on to graduate from drafting school in Denver, Colorado

On August 26, 1967, Ron was united in marriage to Carol June Johnson in North Platte, where they made their home.

Ron worked at Sears and Penny's Auto Centers before going to work for Sears and Penney's Auto Centers before going to work for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company.&nbsp; He retired in 2012 from the phone company, which was now Century Link.

Ron liked cars and racing and was a man of strong faith.&nbsp; He was baptized in october 1944 and confirmed on Palm Sunday in 1957 at Trinity Lutheran Church near Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte and was a devoted husband and father who loved his family very much.

He leaves behind his wife, Carol, and their son, Chad (Tara) Mahnken, all of North Platte; his sister, Barb (Charles) Hasenauer of North Platte; brothers Gary (Donna) Mahnken of North Platte and Keith (Connie) Mahnken of Grant; sister-in-law Diana (Jim) Newton of North Platte; as well as other family.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Carol and Dorothy.

Funeral Services will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

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 </figure>Ronald Dean Mahnken, age 75, of North Platte, died unexpectedly at home on Monday, December 9, 2019.Ron was born October 11, 1944, to Carl Frederik John and Dorothy Eva (Engel) Mahnken at Grant, Nebraska where he grew up.&nbsp; Ron graduated from Perkins County High School in 1962, then went on to graduate from drafting school in Denver, ColoradoOn August 26, 1967, Ron was united in marriage to Carol June Johnson in North Platte, where they made their home.Ron worked at Sears and Penny's Auto Centers before going to work for Sears and Penney's Auto Centers before going to work for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company.&nbsp; He retired in 2012 from the phone company, which was now Century Link.Ron liked cars and racing and was a man of strong faith.&nbsp; He was baptized in october 1944 and confirmed on Palm Sunday in 1957 at Trinity Lutheran Church near Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte and was a devoted husband and father who loved his family very much.He leaves behind his wife, Carol, and their son, Chad (Tara) Mahnken, all of North Platte; his sister, Barb (Charles) Hasenauer of North Platte; brothers Gary (Donna) Mahnken of North Platte and Keith (Connie) Mahnken of Grant; sister-in-law Diana (Jim) Newton of North Platte; as well as other family.Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Carol and Dorothy.Funeral Services will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial.Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Ronald Dean Mahnken (1944-2019)

Norma Jean Scott, age 88, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on December 10, 2019 at her home in Gothenburg.

She was born on May 16, 1931 in Gothenburg, Nebraska, daughter of Martin and Lillian (Beller) Ostendorf.&nbsp; Norma was raised in Lincoln, Nebraska at Tabatha Orphanage.&nbsp; She also lived in Gothenburg, Cozad and Holdrege, Nebraska and Alaska.&nbsp; She married Walter E. Scott on June 29, 1948 at the Cozad Church of Christ.&nbsp; The couple had six children, Walter Jr, John, LeRoy, Rhonda, Linda and Ricky.&nbsp; Norma worked hard all of her life.&nbsp; She was a cook in several local restaurants.&nbsp; She worked at Monroe's, and was a custodian at Holdrege Public Schools and in many homes.&nbsp; She spent many years as a caregiver and had a special place in her heart for taking care of the elderly.&nbsp; Norma enjoyed knitting and playing cards.&nbsp; She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her two sons, LeRoy (Julie) Scott of Gothenburg, Nebraska and John (Janice) Scott of Lexington, Nebraska; two daughters, Rhonda Hansen of Gothenburg, Nebraska and Linda Crawford of Callaway, Nebraska; nine grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren; and many great great grandchildren and extended family and friends.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Walter E. Scott; two sons, Walter E. Scott, Jr. and Ricky Paul Scott; daughter-in-law, Emily Scott; granddaughter, Melissa Scott; her brother, Leo Ostendorf; three sisters, Esther Sawicki, Mae Wallin, and Delores Dutcher.

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel at 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Graveside Funeral Services will be held at the Gothenburg Cemetery, 1752 Twenty-Seventh Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Viter officiating.

Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Senior Center, 410 Twentieth Street, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138, Zion Lutheran Church, 77191 Highway 47, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138, or Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, 602 Tenth Street, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138

To sign the online guest book, to to www.blasestrauser.com

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 </figure>Norma Jean Scott, age 88, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on December 10, 2019 at her home in Gothenburg.She was born on May 16, 1931 in Gothenburg, Nebraska, daughter of Martin and Lillian (Beller) Ostendorf.&nbsp; Norma was raised in Lincoln, Nebraska at Tabatha Orphanage.&nbsp; She also lived in Gothenburg, Cozad and Holdrege, Nebraska and Alaska.&nbsp; She married Walter E. Scott on June 29, 1948 at the Cozad Church of Christ.&nbsp; The couple had six children, Walter Jr, John, LeRoy, Rhonda, Linda and Ricky.&nbsp; Norma worked hard all of her life.&nbsp; She was a cook in several local restaurants.&nbsp; She worked at Monroe's, and was a custodian at Holdrege Public Schools and in many homes.&nbsp; She spent many years as a caregiver and had a special place in her heart for taking care of the elderly.&nbsp; Norma enjoyed knitting and playing cards.&nbsp; She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church.Survivors include her two sons, LeRoy (Julie) Scott of Gothenburg, Nebraska and John (Janice) Scott of Lexington, Nebraska; two daughters, Rhonda Hansen of Gothenburg, Nebraska and Linda Crawford of Callaway, Nebraska; nine grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren; and many great great grandchildren and extended family and friends.Norma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Walter E. Scott; two sons, Walter E. Scott, Jr. and Ricky Paul Scott; daughter-in-law, Emily Scott; granddaughter, Melissa Scott; her brother, Leo Ostendorf; three sisters, Esther Sawicki, Mae Wallin, and Delores Dutcher.Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel at 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Graveside Funeral Services will be held at the Gothenburg Cemetery, 1752 Twenty-Seventh Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Viter officiating.Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Senior Center, 410 Twentieth Street, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138, Zion Lutheran Church, 77191 Highway 47, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138, or Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, 602 Tenth Street, Gothenburg, NE&nbsp; 69138To sign the online guest book, to to www.blasestrauser.com

Norma Jean Scott  (1931 - 2019)

Barbara Pettit, age 84, of La Crosse, Wisconsin, died on December 7, 2019 in La Crosse. Services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.

Barbara Pettit - Services Pending

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1576000948796.jpeg" width="202" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Robert LeRoy 'Bob' Carpenter, age 83, of North Platte, Nebraska entered into his new life in Heaven on December 7, 2019 at his home. Bob was born on May 9, 1936 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Veral A. and Irene (Combs) Carpenter.In 1954, he entered the United States Navy. Bob was a Second Class Petty Officer Aviation Ordinance Man. He was discharged in 1958. He worked for the Burlington Railroad from 1958 - 1961, and from there was a Sales Manager at Fairmont Foods until 1976. Bob was owner and manager with Bob Sheets of the Frontier Resort at Lake Maloney in North Platte from 1976 to 1993, when retiring. He then took a part-time job working for True Value until 2003. He enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with his four-legged friend, Rusty, who will miss him dearly. Survivors include his wife, Ronda of North Platte; his son, Rob Carpenter of Brighton, Colorado; his daughter, Tina (Robert) Levene of Honey Creek, Iowa; grandchildren, Bobbi Falzone, Becky Gardner, Robert Janes Carpenter, Kelley Castaneda, Josh Herron, Jeremy Levene, and Jake Levene; 17 great-grandchildren; sisters, Peggy Vohlend of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and JoAnne (Tom) Engstrom of Sterling, Colorado; brother Mike (Pam) Carpenter of Scottsbluff; numerous nieces and nephews; in-laws, Norma Carpenter of Gering, Nebraska, George Sessum of Clermont, Florida, Bob (Marie) Easton of Kearney, Nebraska, Dale (Lori) Easton, Kendra (Brian) Kugler, Konnie (Dave) Britton, and Kelly (Steve) Garcia, all of North Platte.He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Debra Welsh; brothers, Jerry Carpenter and Dickie Carpenter; sisters-in-law, Janet Sessum and Mikki Easton; and a brother-in-law, Keith Vohlend.Memorials are suggested to the Mission II Haiti. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Graveside services will be held with Military Honors at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska with the Reverend Josh Brown officiating. Cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Robert LeRoy 'Bob' Carpenter  (1936 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575912039196.jpeg" width="253">Billy Lloyd Trembly, age 60, of North Platte, Nebraska died in the beautiful mountain state at St. Joseph's Hospital in Denver, Colorado. His passing on Friday, December 6, 2019 was due to a brief fight with cancer and he went peacefully in the arms of his wife, Kim.Billy was born on March 27, 1959 to Chester Lloyd and Dorothy May Ruth (Hasbrouck) Trembly in North Platte, Nebraska, where he grew up. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1979, then attended Mid-Plains Voc-Tech where he became a Journeyman Electrician.Billy worked various jobs during his life. He started delivering newspapers while in high school, then washed trucks at the Tomahawk Truck Stop. He went on to work at Cement Products and Snell Electric, then hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad as an Electrician. He worked until retiring in 2016 with a disability.In 2003, Billy met Kimberly Ann Martin and the two were married on September 6, 2015 at Harmon Park in Kearney, Nebraska. They lived in North Platte where Billy enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. He even scored a hole-in-one at a golf course in McCook, Nebraska on his dad's birthday, August 25th.Billy was a member of IBEW. In his free time he enjoyed his safety meetings, motorcycle riding, doing mechanic work, shooting pool, whittling and working with clay; he was a jack of all trades. He also liked watching the Kansas City Chiefs and the Huskers and singing and dancing with his wife. Billy especially liked his dogs, his Harley and his truck with air conditioning.He leaves behind his wife, Kim of North Platte, Nebraska; sons, Taylor (Fabi) Trembly of Hershey, Nebraska and Brady Cooper of Lincoln, Nebraska; daughters, Lyndsy Tridle (Mike Arensdorf) of Sutherland, Nebraska, Tasha Cooper (Josh Huntsman), and Taylor Marie (Noah) Larchick all of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Paiton, Presley, Paige, Treyce, Becham, Beto, Julie, Cash, Rykan, Jaxon, Ariyah, Blair, Ashton, Drake, A.G., and a baby on the way; his sisters, Cheryl (Frank, Jr) Peck, Vicki Robinson and Jo (Larry) Naranjo all of North Platte; his mother-in-law, Bea Martin of North Platte; his side-kick, Eric Naranjo; and many other family members.Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Chester &amp; Dorothy Trembly; his niece, Jayla Mae Robinson; his nephew, Frankie Lloyd Peck; his father-in-law, John W. Martin; and his dogs, Ten Gauge and Smokey.Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Parview Community Church of the Nazarene, 1802 N. Jeffers Street in North Platte. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 and before the services on Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the family.

Billy Lloyd Trembly  (1959 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575932530927.jpeg" width="262" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Delores Anna Van Vleet Becker, age 90, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2019 in Durango, Colorado. She was born on December 22, 1928 in Redfield, South Dakota to Robert G. and Emma L. (Kissner) Van Vleet, the third of six children. The Van Vleets farmed south of town and Delores graduated from Redfield High School in 1946. On October 28, 1951, she married Clarence J. Becker. The couple made Redfield their home until Clarence's job with Northwestern Public Service Company took them to North Platte, Nebraska in 1970. Delores was an active member of the United Methodist Church for over 60 years, teaching Sunday School for more than 25 years and serving faithfully wherever called. She was also involved in P.E.O., VFW Auxiliary, Goodfellow Shoe Fund, and other community Groups. Delores was definitely a people person. she had a quick wit and a great sense of humor and loved her jobs as bank teller, library clerk, and Hampton Inn breakfast hostess (where she reluctantly retired after 18 years at the age of 84). while her children were young, she found work she could do from home, including child care and writing a newspaper column for the Huron South Dakota Daily Plainsman. Delores liked to keep busy. Family was Delores' passion. She was devoted to Clarence, and their 48 year marriage was a true partnership. She loved and supported her children and their families unconditionally and cherished her parents, siblings, and in-laws. Delores is survived by her children, Barb (Mark) Ugai of Durango, Colorado, Bill (Kim) Becker of Kearney, Nebraska, and Bob Becker of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Jeff and John Ugai, Craig and Keith Becker, Sarah Cauffman, and Zach and Courtney Becker; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Bob and Charles (Marge) Van Vleet; sisters-in-law, Marilyn Van Vleet and Hazel (Gene) Maher; and many much-loved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence; a grandson, Todd Becker; a sister, Laura (Clint) Johnson; brothers Clifford and Don Van Vleet; in-laws, Vera Van Vleet, Donnie (Gloria) Becker, and Eleanor (Phil) Lewis. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E Street in North Platte, Nebraska with the Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Delores A. Becker  (1928 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575910786599.jpeg" width="203" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Jeannine 'Jeani' Carol Rhoades, age 71, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, December 6, 2019. Jeani was born on September 10, 1948 in Oberlin, Kansas to Leonard and Alice (Hackney) Brown. She was welcomed home by her big brother, Dennis, who was 4 years old. The family lived on the farm and the kids attended Plainview Country School until they moved into town with their mom. Jeani went on to graduated from Decatur Community High School in 1966, and then attended Airline Training School. In 1969, Jeani married Jim Rogers in Oberlin, Kansas. They lived in Selden, Kansas and had two beautiful daughters, Michelle and Shawna. Jeani loved her girls and helping others, which she did as an EMT. She and the girls eventually moved to Nebraska where they lived in Thedford. Jeani continued her schooling and received her LPN from North Platte Community College and her RN from Colby Community College. She worked as a nurse at Great Plains Regional Medical Center in North Platte for many years, then obtained her real estate license and worked as a realtor for Gateway Realty. She was a member of Episcopal Church of Our Savior and was a talented artist who painted lovely landscape pictures and carved wonderful wooden figures. Jeani loved the outdoors and gardening as well as her dogs and her family. She leaves her family with memories of many wonderful years and fun times together. Jeani's family includes her daughters, Michelle (Todd) Gutschenritter and Shawna (Johnny) Naranjo, both of North Platte, Nebraska, and Diane (Pete) Francis of Mechanicsville, Virginia; grandchildren Jakob 'Jake' and Regan Gutschenritter, Kendal and Levi Naranjo, and Crag, Elizabeth, Brenna and Jeffrey Francis; her sister, Charlotte (Carl) Neff of Norton, Kansas; nieces and nephews, Sherri Neff, Vicki (Ronald) Fischer and Robert 'Bob' Neff; her uncle Barton (Helen) Bobbitt of Loveland, Colorado and their family, Ken, Rick (Linda) and Mike (Dawn) Bobbitt; close cousin, Stuart McGowne of Junction City, Kansas; special friends, Mary and Tim Axthelm, Barb Booth and Chrysanne Bailey and their families; and many other family members and friends. Jeani was preceded in death by her father, Leonard Brown; her mom and dad, Alice and Max Bobbitt; her brother, Dennis Brown; grandparents, Phillip and Laura Hackney and Ray and Edith Bobbitt; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and her dogs. Cremation was chosen. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with Pastor Mary Hendrick officiating. Jeani's cremains will then be placed in the Columbarium in the Resurrection Atrium at Episcopal Church of Our Savior. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Callahan Cancer Center. The memorial book may be signed at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Jeannine 'Jeani' Carol Rhoades  (1948 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575933321637.jpeg" width="269" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Lawrence Delane Hansen, age 80, currently of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away on December 7, 2019 at Linden Court in North Platte. Lawrence was born on March 17, 1939 in Maxwell, Nebraska to Hans and Dora Ellen (Bockus) Hansen. He graduated from Curtis State High School with the class of 1957, attended college for a semester at the University of Nebraska Lincoln, and returned home to the family farm. On June 10, 1962 in North Platte, Nebraska he married Gloria Jean "Jeannie" Folchert. The first five years of married life were spent on the family ranch south of Maxwell, Nebraska. In 1968, they purchased from Jeannie's parents the property near Wellfleet, Nebraska where she had grown up, and they lived there until 1989 when they bought a ranch in Cherry County, Nebraska, relocating to the Sandhills. In 1996 they purchased a ranch southeast of Alliance, Nebraska. In 2002, wanting to return to the region where both had grown up, they traded the ranch at Alliance for a ranch at Stapleton, Nebraska. At that time, Jeannie and Lawrence moved into a home north of North Platte, Nebraska. Lawrence was always willing to help others around him and was a good neighbor. He enjoyed playing poker and pitch. He enjoyed his grandchildren and their activities. Survivors include his children, Tom (Jill) of Wellfleet, Nebraska, Tammy (Ron) Hansen Snell of Costa Rica, and Travis (Melody) of Stapleton, Nebraska; grandchildren, Hollie (Marshall) Fischer, Dr. Kellie Hansen, Todd Hansen, Sheila Hansen Snell, Trinity Hansen and Tessa Hansen; his brother, Vernon Hansen of Curtis, Nebraska; his sister, Florence (John) Shelter of Norfolk, Nebraska; great-grandchildren, Claire, Miles and Mason Fischer; sisters-in-law, Jenny Hansen of North Platte, Nebraska and Virginia Spencer of Brady, Nebraska; and a brother-in-law, George (Marge) Spencer of Brady, Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jeannie; a brother, Ned; sisters-in-law, Cora Jane and Roberta; and brothers-in-law, Stanley Grandstaff and John Spencer; a nephew, Randy Hansen; nephew-in-law, Rick Speck; and niece-in-law, Gwen Hansen. Memorials are suggested to the Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation, and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, Nebraska with the Reverend Daniel Ramsey officiating. There will be a reception and meal after the service at the North Platte Moose Lodge, 1315 East 4th Street in North Platte followed by the burial in the Curtis Cemetery, Curits, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon to 8:)0 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

Lawrence Delane Hansen  (1939 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575761504259.jpeg" width="223"> Jacqueline “Jackie” Mae Tighe, 91, of North Platte passed away December 4, 2019 at Linden Court.&nbsp;Jackie was born November 3, 1928 in Omaha, NE to Edward “Jack” and Stella Mae (Buckendorf) Williams.&nbsp;She was the long awaited first child for Jack and Stella and the apple of their eyes. She would recall traveling to California to visit family when she was young, having to ride in the rumble seat of her parent’s car with her brother. She was a beautiful, bright and musically talented young lady who played the saxophone and traveled nationally with The Rhythm Queens All Girl Orchestra when she was in high school.&nbsp; Jackie grew up just down the street from Edward Tighe, and their families often spent time together.&nbsp;After returning from service in WWII, Ed came home to Omaha to claim his bride and the two were married August 13, 1945.&nbsp;Beginning their married life in Omaha, they moved several times, taking up residence in Pierre, SD; Fairbanks, AK; Sioux Falls, SD; Fargo, ND; and back to the Omaha area before finally settling in North Platte.&nbsp; Jackie was active in PTA and bowling, serving as an officer in the statewide bowling association. She was an avid reader, enjoyed counted cross-stitch and knitting, loved playing cards and board games with Ed and their grandchildren, and working jigsaw and crossword puzzles.&nbsp;After Ed retired, she went to work for Bonnie Baade at The Travel Chain.&nbsp;She and Ed also enjoyed traveling, most notably England and Hawaii. Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ed, an infant daughter, brother Russell D. Williams and great-grandson R.J. Alwin.&nbsp;She is survived by children: Patti A. (Peter) Shearston of Colorado Springs, CO; Michael E. (Donna) Tighe of North Platte; Steven A. (Susan) Tighe of Hallam, NE; Barbara E. (Jim Moore) Tighe of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren: Cary (Lori) Shearston, Edward (Sarah) Tighe, Kevin (Mary) Tighe, Anna Whitaker, Stephanie (Chris) Sargent, Samantha Tighe, Shaun Tighe, Chris Moore, James Moore, and Chelsea Robertson; ­great-grandchildren: Bryan Evans, Mikayla Evans,&nbsp;Angelina Whitaker, Paige Tighe, Liam Tighe, Cora Tighe, Dyan Alwin, Rheyan Alwin, Matthew Wissink, Sydney White, Dakota Tighe, Hunter Tighe, Brandon Strokos, Mason Robertson; brothers: Daniel J. Williams and Gregory L. (Sue) Williams. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Robert Deardoff officiating.&nbsp;Burial will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 to 7 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Jacqueline “Jackie” Mae Tighe  (1928 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575761242794.jpeg" width="217"> JoAnn M. Engbrecht, 81, of North Platte, passed away November 15, 2019 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp;She was born January 8, 1938 to Allen Wayne and Minnie (Groneberg) Lasher at Battle Creek, NE. JoAnn was raised in Holstein, IA and graduated from Holstein High School in 1956.&nbsp;She attended Wayne State Teacher’s College.&nbsp;She married James Baldridge in 1958.&nbsp;They farmed on her father’s farms in Sullivan County, MO and Ida County, IA before moving to North Platte in 1963.&nbsp;They were divorced in 1975.&nbsp; She met David Engbrecht in 1976 and they were married in 1990.&nbsp;She was a retired associate of the J.C. Penney CO., member of the First Presbyterian Church, Circle 1, Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion and Life-time member of the American Angus Association. One of her greatest joys in life was cooking and entertaining friends and family. She loved theater and enjoyed many musicals at the Neville Center in North Platte.&nbsp;She especially liked Broadway musicals and was thrilled to see Katherine Hepburn in COCO and Betty Grable in Hello Dolly.&nbsp;A high light in her later years was having family take her to Chicago to see a Barbara Streisand concert.&nbsp;She also liked country music, and she had a love affair with Merle Haggard (his music), but don’t be mistaken the real love of her life was David for over 35 years.She was extremely proud of her grandchildren and always tried to instill the wisdom of the years in their minds. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, David; and brother, Robert Lasher. She is survived by her four children, Becky (Bob) Tiedeman and their son, Jake (Lindsay) Tiedeman all of North Platte; Jeff (Barb) Baldridge and their children, Luke and Erin, all of North Platte; Judson (Denise) Baldridge and their children, Hannah and Jessica, all of North Platte; Amy (Jonathan) Hanridge and their children, Lily and Donavan, all of Pinetop, AZ; seven step-children, Carol (Rock) Jones, Nancy (Doug) Shirley, Joyce (Charlie) Hipwell, John (Kara) Engbrecht, James (Lori) Engbrecht, David (Camela) Engbrecht and Mary (Scott) Kesterson; 21 step grandchildren, Matt, Barb, Mike, Brian, Elizabeth, Becky, Josh, Brandee, Katie, Emma, Eli, Megan, Jeremy, Andy, Shawn, David, Tena, Melissa, Kelly, Kyle and Emily; several step great grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Ginny Lasher, Esther Ratzlaff, Ben Engbrecht and Anna Scarff.&nbsp;JoAnn had many long distance and local friends that she enjoyed talking to for hours on the phone. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church or the Goodfellow Shoe Fund.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;Memorial services will be 11:00 am Friday, December 13, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church. Inurnment&nbsp;will follow at Floral Lawns. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.&nbsp;

JoAnn M. Engbrecht  (1938 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575665665235.jpeg" width="207" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Alice LaVonne Hanson, 84, of North Platte passed away December 2, 2019 in Lincoln.Alice was born in Sutherland March 19, 1935 the daughter of Chester T. and Georgia V. (Kindscher) Binegar Sr.&nbsp;She attended K-12 Sutherland Public Schools and was a graduate with the class of 1952.&nbsp;Alice enrolled in the Lincoln Beauty Academy in Lincoln, NE, returning to North Platte as a Licensed Cosmetologist employed at the Pawnee Beauty Salon for three years.&nbsp;On December 26, 1955 in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church she married Jerry D. Hanson of North Platte, owner of Sixth Street Market.&nbsp;The couple were married 55 years until Jerry passed away in January of 2011.&nbsp;Alice served as a room mother at Cody School, PTA President at McDonald School, Campfire Leader and Cub Scout Leader.&nbsp;She loved gardening and landscaping; attending classes at West Central Horticulture Center.&nbsp;IN 1977 she became a licensed real estate agent, and in 1981 a licensed real estate broker.Alice is survived by her daughter, Rochelle (Kent) Forney of Lincoln; son, Jay (Susan) Hanson of Omaha; grandsons, Adam (Jacky) Forney of Lincoln, Eric (Kate) Forney of Macon, GA, Shane Forney of Lincoln, Alex (fiancé, Hunter Grossman) Hanson, and Aaron Hanson all of Omaha; great-grandson, Kingston Forney of Lincoln; sister, Marie (Joe) Chocole of Denver, CO; nieces and nephews, Deborah Kunneman, Mitchell (Jill) Hepp all of Denver, CO, Georgia Hepp of Boise, ID, Kenneth Binegar of North Platte, Marlene Crosier of Mitchell, and Steven Binegar of Sutherland.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerry; brother, Chet Binegar Jr.; her maternal grandparents; and several aunts and uncles.Memorials are suggested to the Prairie Arts Center and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Private burial will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell at a later date.&nbsp;Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday, December 9, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Alice LaVonne Hanson (1935-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575588680484.jpeg" width="247" style="">Marlene A. Chamberlain, 81, of Sutherland, Nebraska passed away December 5, 2019 at Linden Court.&nbsp;She was born May 8, 1938 to Ray and Hannah (Jacobs) Petersen. Marlene graduated from Kearney State College with a master’s degree in special education and taught at Sutherland Public Schools until her retirement in 1999. She loved traveling, crafting, reading, and was a member of several book clubs.&nbsp;Marlene was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Altar Society and was a faithful member of the Sacred Heart Church in Sutherland.&nbsp;She loved spending time with her family, especially camping. Survivors include husband, John Chamberlain of Sutherland; sons, Dan (Donna) Chamberlain of Foxfield, CO, Randy Chamberlain of Omaha, NE, and Steve Chamberlain of North Platte, NE; grandchildren, Courtney (Alex) Dreher, Corbin (Emma) Chamberlain, Caleb Chamberlain and Carek Chamberlain; great-grandchildren, Sadie Chamberlain and Wyatt Chamberlain; brother-in-law, Reverend Robert Chamberlain of North Platte. Marlene was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials are suggested to Catholic Charities or the Alzheimer’s Association.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 9, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sutherland, with the Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla as celebrant. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery near Sutherland.&nbsp;Christian Wake Services will be 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with family greeting friends from 6:00-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Marlene A. Chamberlain  (1938 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575568776828.jpeg">Johnnie “John” Lee Haines, 86, of North Platte, passed away December 2, 2019 at his home. He was born December 26, 1932 in rural Franklin NE to John &amp; Maurine (Ely) Haines. John grew up on the family homestead then later moved with his family north of Naponee, NE on the farm; graduating High School in 1951. Johnnie was united in marriage to Darlene Muir in 1953 &amp; raised 3 children and later 3 grandchildren. Johnnie worked on his parent’s farm and cooked at the Republican Steakhouse. He moved to North Platte, NE in 1963 to work for Ely and Sons Construction &amp; later for Dowhower Construction. In 1971 Johnnie became manager for Tomahawk Truck Stop, where he eventually became owner of Tomahawk &amp; Hershey Truck Stops, Barn Stores &amp; Log Cabin. In 1992 he was united in marriage to Jane Petska. He was an active board member of the Hershey Bank &amp; loved spending his winter months in Texas. John was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Janice Hill and son-in-law, LeRoy Hill. John is survived by his wife Jane; sister, Elsie (Jack) Ballinger; daughter, Theresa (Doug) Kelley; son, Rickie (Kristina) Haines; son, Scott Tighe of Wisconsin; 13 grandchildren, Becky Mathewson, Bernie (Heather) Smith, Kerri (Cory) Harvey, Tamara (Nolan) Clouse, Timothy (Mary Beth) Kelley, Tonya (Chris) Hinrichs, Jason (Callie) Haines, Jeremy Haines, Leigh KaRenn (Daryl) Strecker, Trishelle (Wayne) Barton, Tara (Beau) Sheets, Brett Warta and Ethan Tighe; 24 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter &amp; a special family member, Darlene Haines. A special thank you to Darlene for her valued help with the history of the early years of John’s life. A memorial has been established in his memory. Online condolences can be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. Visitation with family receiving friends will be Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte. Services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 6, 2019 at the First Baptist Church with cremation following. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

Johnnie 'John' Lee Haines  (1932 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575498607730.jpeg" width="249">Fred R. Dircksen, Sr., age 67, of North Platte, NE passed away on December 3, 2019 at his home.&nbsp;He was born May 28, 1952 to Fred and Anna (Thompson) Dircksen at North Platte.&nbsp;Fred graduated from North Platte High School with the class of “70”.&nbsp; In 1970, he hired out with the Union Pacific Railroad as a conductor, retiring after 41 years in 2012.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fred joined the United States Army in 1972 until his honorable discharge in 1973. On June 3, 1975, Fred was united in marriage to Sherry Curtis at Norton, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp; He enjoyed working on cars with his boys, loved canning and fishing with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers; one sister; parents-in-law, Richard “Dick” and Donna Curtis.&nbsp; Fred is survived by his wife, Sherry; children, Fred, Jr., Tom, Travis (Heather), Trent (Kristin Chambers), Richard (Michelle), Tyler Dircksen and&nbsp;Rachel Harris all of North Platte; 15 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two brothers; five sisters; a brother-in-law, Tom (Deanna) Curtis; and other relatives and friends. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. A memorial has been established in his memory. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 9, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor James Trippett officiating. Inurnment will be at North Platte Cemetery with military honors. Memorial book signing with family receiving friends will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Fred R. Dircksen (1952-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575491409723.jpeg" width="234">Donald Lunkwitz of Maxwell, NE, departed this world on Dec. 2, 2019, at North Platte Care Center at the age of 77.&nbsp;He was born to Otto and Doris (Bockus) Lunkwitz, on Sept. 2, 1942, in North Platte at the house, along with his twin brother Daniel.&nbsp;The twins were not expected to live and hence, no middle name. He attended Bignell School and later went on to North Platte High.&nbsp;After graduation, he went on to work for a period of time for the U.P. Railroad.&nbsp;With this venture, he was regularly going to Scottsbluff, NE, for work where he was eventually introduced to Bonnie Gentry by his twin brother Daniel.&nbsp;Don &amp; Bonnie married on April 5, 1964, in Gering, NE.&nbsp;The marriage lasted almost 51 years, with two children. He eventually went to work at the family farm on East State Farm Rd and made a career out of farming, ranching, and watching over his dairy herd.&nbsp;Anyone who knew Don realized that he worked very hard his entire life and was very proud to make this his home.&nbsp;He never really moved away from the family farm where he lived most of his life, as it is where he loved to be.Don really knew no strangers and would strike up a conversation with anyone.&nbsp;Once that happened, you could usually hear him laughing and carrying on about the events of the time.The farm was his lifelong passion and he never wanted to leave it, even for a vacation. Don lived 77 years and 3 months, and was preceded in death by his wife Bonnie, his parents, twin brother Daniel and other brother Roger.&nbsp; He has left surviving family to carry on, oldest son Donald Allen Lunkwitz and Chris (Maxwell), youngest son Michael Otto Lunkwitz (Omaha).&nbsp;There are three grandchildren in Donald Allen Lunkwitz Jr. (D.J.), Mollee (Lunkwitz) Harman and husband David, Dalton Lunkwitz, plus extended grandchildren Andy &amp; Dawn Miller, Lori &amp; Chad Mau, Emily &amp; Ryne Frey and great grandson Cooper Mau.&nbsp;Brother-in-law Larry Gentry &amp; wife Kathy.&nbsp;Surviving brothers Derl, Gary, Ronnie, and sister Margaret Norton.&nbsp;Many nieces and nephews and extended family. Services will be 2:00 pm Friday December 6, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery near Maxwell. Memorials are welcomed in lieu of flowers, memorial to be determined. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 1-7 pm with family receiving friends from 5-7 pm Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Donald Lunkwitz  (1942-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575490565853.jpeg" width="192" style=""> Julia M. Holbrook, 100 years of age, of North Platte, passed away December 2, 2019 at Linden Court. She was born November 10, 1919 to Julius and Abra Elizabeth (Landmann) Borszich at Lakeview, SD, where she grew up.&nbsp;Julia graduated from high school in Mission, SD in 1939 and worked in the Crookston and Valentine areas. On November 27, 1941, she was united in marriage to Lloyd Williams and to this union five children were born. On August 27, 1958, Mr. Williams passed away.&nbsp;&nbsp;After his passing Julia worked as a lab tech in Valentine for 8 years. On July 15, 1966 she married Gordon Holbrook. They lived in Lincoln then moving to Orleans, NE.&nbsp;After Mr. Holbrook’s passing, she moved to North Platte in 1997.&nbsp; Julia was a loving mother and grandma. She was known as Grandma Ju to many and enjoyed a house full every Friday for Coffee Club for many years. Julia enjoyed playing cards and was an avid bridge player until the age of 97.&nbsp;She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Lloyd Williams and Gordon Holbrook; daughter, Carol Schwanz; siblings, Harold Borzich, Inez Hronek and Erma Borzich; granddaughter, Carla Schwanz. She is survived by her daughters, Jean (Ron) Bagwell of Grand Island, Beverly (John) Zahl and Connie (John) Schaefer both of North Platte; her sons, Harold (Karen) Williams of Neligh, NE and Donald Holbrook of Lacey, WA; son-in-law, Dave Schwanz of Alma,NE,&nbsp;sister, Betty Lou Epke of Valentine; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. Visitation with family receiving friends will be from 3–5 p.m., Sunday, December 8, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 9 at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with Chaplain Deb Dishman officiating.&nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

Julia M. Holbrook (1919-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575307942072.jpeg" width="233"> Rosemary Rebecca Hicks, age 92, of North Platte, Nebraska, died at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte on Sunday, December 1, 2019. Rosemary was born on February 22, 1927 to Thomas Jefferson and Gertrude May (Brashear) Mylar in Modesto, California, where she grew up. Rosemary graduated from Oakdale High School in 1945 and then went to work for Pacific Telephone as an operator. Rosemary married Paul Moore on December 22, 1947 in Reno, Nevada and later had two children, Steven and Nancy. They lived in Modesto and several other places in California before divorcing in 1960. As a single mother raising two children in Oakdale, California, Rosemary had to work several different jobs just to support her family. She was later hired to work as a secretary for Memorex and did so for about 16 years. On May 20, 1982, Rosemary married Leslie Carl Hicks near San Jose, California. After Leslie retired, the couple moved to Nevada and lived there for a while before moving to Hershey, Nebraska where Nancy was living. They moved again, this time to Arizona, but eventually returned to Hershey. Leslie passed away in 2002, so Rosemary moved to North Platte, Nebraska a few years later. Rosemary was a 30 year member of the Hershey Baptist Church. She was a hard worker who always wanted the best for her family and she loved her cats. Along with her husband, Leslie, Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Gertrude Mylar; brothers, George, Jim, Ernie, Richard and Leonard; sisters, Marcy Mylar, Margaret Lynd, Julia Mylar, Minnie Potthoff and Ruth Wieland; and a grandson, Seven Moore, Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Moore of Bassett, Nebraska; her son, Steven Moore, Sr of Everett, Washington; grandchildren, Annaliza Moore, Stephanie Moore and William "Liam' Moore; great-grandchildren, Felcia, Alexander, Sophia and Mia Harjono and Henry Moore; special friends April and Adele Bailar of North Platte; as well as other family and friends. In keeping with her wishes, cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with her daughter, Vicar Nancy Moore officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Lamont Cemetery, southwest of Hershey, Nebraska. The memorial book may be signed at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to Paws-itive Partners.

Rosemary Rebecca Hicks  (1927 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574880370947.jpeg" width="214" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Ramona R. Benjamin, age 87, of North Platte, Nebraska, died on November 25, 2019 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. She was born on August 27, 1932 in Rural Custer County, Nebraska near Pleasant Hill, and was the daughter of Walter and Josephine (Porter) Bailey. She was next to the youngest child of her twelve sisters and brothers. Ramona was raised on the family homestead through the Sixth Grade. Her family then moved to Gothenburg, Nebraska where she spent her remaining childhood years, attending and graduating from the local High School in 1951. Following graduation, she met and married her husband, George Benjamin, in 1954. Together they resided and enjoyed over 60 years in North Platte, Nebraska, raising their three children. Her hobbies and interests included music, gardening, sewing, and cooking. She was a long-standing member of the First Church of the Nazarene. She is survived by her children, Michael, Debra and Todd; her grandchildren, Travis and Justin; a great granddaughter, Emrah; her sister, Delores Rodine; and many nieces and nephews. Romana is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and 11 brothers and sisters. A memorial has been established to the American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society, and online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at the Parkview Church of the Nazarene with Rev. James Trippett officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska. Visitation will be on Monday, December 2, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ramona R. Benjamin  (1932 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574804274024.jpeg" width="208" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Jackie Lynn Torres, age 60, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on November 25, 2019 at her home. Jackie was born on January 9, 959 in Seward, Nebraska to Marvin J. and Elizabeth Jean (Perkins) Wright. She grew up in North Platte, Nebraska and Sacramento, California. In 1985, she married Mike Torres, Sr. in North Platte. The couple made their home here in North Platte where they raised their children, Shiela, Tonya, Jeremy, Amanda, and Nick. Jackie loved playing bingo, music, car rides, watching her favorite television shows, and the soup suppers where she lived and was able to visit with others. She loved to laugh and goof, especially with her sister, Patti. Survivors include her children, Tonya (Ovidio) Cabrera of Hastings, Nebraska, Jeremy Torres, and Mike Torres, Jr. both of North Platte, and Nicholas Torres of Hastings, Nebraska; grandchildren Yesenia Murillo, Omar Murillo, Dylan Wright, Veronica Hernandez, Jorge Hernandez, Isiah Hernandez, and Jeremy Funk; siblings Peggy (Brad) Porath of Mullen, Nebraska, Patricia (Alan) Kackmeister of North Platte, and Loren Rivera of Greeley, Colorado; and a sister-in-law, Molly Cross of North Platte. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Mike Sr.; daughters, Shiela and Amanda; a grandchild, Adriana Wright; and siblings Vivian Yates, Owen Ruch, Marie Blankenship, and Victor Watts. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Christian Wake Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Josh Brown as celebrant. Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Ogallala Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Jackie Lynn Torres  (1959 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574790470515.jpeg" width="207" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Verda Maxine (Preplogle) Gibbens, age 85, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, formerly of Cozad, Nebraska, passed away on November 25, 2019 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg. Verda was born on December 9, 1933 in Taylor, Nebraska to Margaret &amp; Harry (Bud) Preplogle. Verda lived her young life in Taylor and Almeria, Nebraska. Her family then moved to Burwell, Nebraska and lived on a ranch. Verda rode her horse, Speed, to country school every day. Her father, Harry, became a Brand Inspector later, moving Verda and the family into the town of Burwell. She attended Burwell High School and was active in 4-H and Home Ec, mostly in sewing where she made a lot of her clothes. Verda graduated high school in 1951. After graduation, Verda moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where she worked as a Secretary for State Senators in the Capital Building during the Legislative Session for several months. In 1952 she started working for the State Insurance Department for the State of Nebraska. Verda worked there for a few years, then in 1958 worked another Legislative Session. In 1959, she moved to Kearney, Nebraska where she worked for NPPD until 1961. Verda and Arlen Gibbens met in 1958 and were married two years later on July 17, 1960 in Sargent, Nebraska. They made their home in Kearney for six years. Arlen and Verda moved to Cozad in 1966 where they lived for 51 years. To this union, four children were born - Tom, Pam, Tim &amp; Jennifer. Verda stayed at home and raised her children, however, she was very active during those years with Women's Club in Cozad and Welcome Wagon Lady, along with being a Girl Scout and Boy Scout Leader. She loved to garden and provide produce for her family. She worked at Wayne's Shoe Store in Cozad for many years until they closed. Verda attended college at North Platte, Nebraska getting her degree in medical coding and secretariat. She worked for Lutheran Family Services until her retirement. Verda spent many years caring for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking and baking, traveling and spending time with her family. She loved her grandchildren very much, spending a lot of her later years attending every sporting event and program she could get to. Verda was a very compassionate wife, mother and grandmother who loved a full house during the holidays or simply just because. Survivors include her husband, Arlen of Gothenburg; her children Tom (Denise) Gibbens of Cozad, Pam (Tom) Laird of Cozad, Tim (Becky) Gibbens of Gothenburg, and Jennifer (Shannon) Poggendorf of Kearney; 8 grandchildren; a sister, Melvina Mattley of Kearney; along with many extended family and friends. Verda was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret and Harry Preplogle. Memorial Services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2002 Twenty-Seventh Street, Gothenburg, Nebraska on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Jeff Cottingham officiating. Private interment will take place in Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the family or Trinity Lutheran Church in Gothenburg. To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com.

Verda Maxine Gibbens  (1933 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574725249487.jpeg" width="235" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Mary Ann Ostergard (nee Norsworthy) died on November 21, 2019 after a short illness. Mary was born on December 19, 1929 to Gail and Roscoe Norsworthy.&nbsp;She had two younger brothers and according to living testimony was a wonderful big sister.&nbsp;Mary was a member of Job's Daughters and an Honored Queen.&nbsp;She graduated from Gothenburg High School and earned her degree in Education from the University of Nebraska. Chi Omega was her sorority.&nbsp;She had many precious lifelong friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary wed Jack Ostergard on August 10, 1951.&nbsp;To this union, three children were born: Greg, who died at 2 ½ months, Ann and Ross.&nbsp;The town girl moved to the ranch and became a rancher's wife and fantastic mother.&nbsp;She taught school, took census, and sold World Book Encyclopedias.&nbsp;She worked cattle, fed hay crews, and grew magnificent vegetable and flower gardens.&nbsp;In 1976 she was elected and served as Nebraska Cowbells President.&nbsp;Jack and Mary were married for 65 years.&nbsp;In 2018 Mary received recognition for 75 years of membership in the United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; Jack, Mary and Ross moved into Gothenburg, Nebraska from the ranch in the late 1990's.&nbsp;Appropriately, their home was close to the library and more than one bridge game. Mary loved books, frogs, National Public Radio and Boston Terriers.&nbsp;She shared a love of marbles with dear friend Joyce Lydic.&nbsp;She exercised her artistic and gardening talents, and was a diligent member of Curves, and Liberty Ladies well into the last year of her life. Mary was on the Board of Directors of the Dawson County Historical Museum for many years. In 2017 she was among the first three women inducted into the Dawson County Cattlemen's Hall of Fame.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mary is survived by two of her children, Ann (Mrs Carl Weekley of Lake Placid, FL) and Ross Ostergard as well as brother Jim Norsworthy, grand-nephew Noel Norsworthy, by brothers-in-law&nbsp;Ron (husband of Kayleen Ostergard), Larry (widower of Joan Ostergard), sisters-in-law Connie Ostergard, Sue Ostergard, numerous nieces, nephews and neighbor John Loostrom.&nbsp;&nbsp;Predeceasing Mary were her husband Jack, her parents, son Greg, brother John Norsworthy, sister-in-law Virginia Norsworthy, nephew Douglas Norsworthy, brothers-in-law Don (husband of Sue) Jim (husband of Betty Ostergard), Dick (husband of Connie Ostergard) and nephew Steve Ostergard.&nbsp;&nbsp; The family would like to thank Joyce Lydic and Linda Grabenstein for the love they showed Mary when she most needed them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the First United Methodist Church in Gothenburg, Gothenburg Senior Center and National Public Radio.&nbsp;&nbsp; A memorial service will be held in the spring when the tulips and hyacinths are in bloom. A Book signing will be held Tuesday, December 3, 2019 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel at 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska with the family present from 4-6.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.blasestrauser.com/" target="_blank">www.blasestrauser.com</a>

Mary Ann Ostergard  (1929 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574721001568.jpeg" width="231">Jess Conrad Nielsen, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska, died Friday, November 22, 2019, at Great Plains Health in North Platte. Jess was born August 6, 1926, to Anders and Ellinor Nielsen in Moline, Illinois.&nbsp;At a young age, the family moved to Nebraska and settled in Dannebrog, where Anders purchased and operated Creamland Creamery.&nbsp;Jess helped his dad run the creamery and graduated from Dannebrog High School in 1944.&nbsp;During high school he participated in several sports andexcelled in playing the violin. In June of 1944 Jess enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps and served as a clerk (non-typing).&nbsp;Following his discharge in 1945 he enrolled at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln where he studied physics, political science, and music, and sang in the select University Singers choral group.&nbsp;After completing his bachelor's degree, he entered Law College at UNL. After graduation from law school, Jess joined the Crosby law firm in North Platte and later became partner at Crosby &amp; Nielsen.&nbsp;Several years after M.E. Crosby retired, Rich Birch joined the practice, which was later named Nielsen &amp; Birch Law Offices.&nbsp;In his practice, Jess was particularly interested in water law and represented the Platte Valley Public Power and Natural Resources District for many years. While representing a client in the federal case entitled US vs. 92 parcels of land, Jess met Harriet Hooker Seidel, who was working in Omaha for the US District Attorney's Office and traveling to North Platte for proceedings in the aforementioned case.&nbsp;Since Harriet was originally from Wahoo, the couple returned to her home town and were married at the Presbyterian Church on October 16, 1954.&nbsp;They made their home in North Platte where they raised two sons. Over the years, Jess was active in several local organizations, including Jaycees, Rotary, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion, Platte Valley Lodge #32 A.F. &amp; A.M., North Platte Shrine Club, and North Platte Area Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp;He earned a private pilot license and shared ownership and operation of a light plane with several club members.&nbsp;Later he served on the North Platte Airport Authority Board where he was a strong supporter of runway expansion and keeping the NOAA weather forecasting station at LBF.&nbsp;Jess directed the adult choir atthe Presbyterian Church for 25 years and served on the Community Concert Association Board where he was instrumental in bringing top talent to town.&nbsp;More recently, Jess served on the board to plan and construct the 20th Century Veteran's Memorial. Harriet and Jess had a cabin in Estes Park, Colorado, where they looked forward to spending time in Rocky Mountain National Park.&nbsp;They also enjoyed playing golf at the North Platte Country Club, where Jess scored his first (and only) hole-in-one in 1986.&nbsp;Both Husker alumni, they cheered loudly for the Big Red, attending most home football games in Lincoln. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Rhonda Nielsen, and granddaughter, Sarah Nielsen, all of Lake Elmo, Minnesota; and son, Brad Nielsen, of Rochester Hills, Michigan; as well as other family. Jess was preceded in death by his wife, Harriet; and parents, Anders and Ellinor Nielsen. In keeping with Jess's wishes, the casket will be closed and the family will have a private graveside service in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;The memorial book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the 20th Century Veterans Memorial or First Presbyterian Church for preservation of the pipe organ.

Jess Conrad Nielsen (1926 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574535502979.jpeg" width="208" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Barbara Mae Green, age 79, of North Platte, Nebraska, formerly of Sutherland, Nebraska, died at Great Plains Health in North Platte on Friday, November 22, 2019. Barbara was born June 15, 1940, at Bloomfield, Nebraska to William Henry and Evelyn Mae (Lindsey) Harrison.&nbsp;She grew up in Bedford, Iowa and graduated from Bedford High School in 1958. Barbara married the love of her life, Norman Dale Green, at her parent's home in Bedford on May 16, 1958.&nbsp;She became a mom and housewife and helped Norman with his farming and ranching.&nbsp;They lived in Iowa and Missouri before moving to Sutherland in 1982. Barbara loved her family, enjoyed being a grandma, and liked doing craft projects and cooking.&nbsp;When her grandkids were visiting, she would teach her granddaughters to make pancakes from scratch and try to keep her grandsons out of trouble. She is survived by her children, Ron Green (Diana Anderson) of Wilcox, Nebraska, Vicki (Robert) Lungren, of North Platte, Nebraska, Jim (Teresa) Green, of Chappell, Nebraska, Rick (Barbara) Green, of Holdrege, Nebraska, Russ Green, of Sutherland, Nebraska, and Robin Sheets, of Kearney, Nebraska; 19 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; her sister, Gloria Williams, and brothers, Roger Harrison and Duane Harrison, all of Bedford, Iowa; and other family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman; parents, William and Evelyn Harrison; sister, Shirley Lock; grandson, Jessie; granddaughter, Emily; and great-grandson, Zachary. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow in the Riverview Cemetery, south of Sutherland.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2019 with family greeting friends from 6-7 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Sutherland Rodeo Committee.<img src="https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif">

Barbara Mae Green  (1940 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574454556377.jpeg" width="193"> Royce Eugene Dilsaver, January 11, 1933 - November 20, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Betty Jean (Schinzel) Dilsaver; his parents, Chester "Chet" and Doris (Stone) Dilsaver; and a brother, Keith Dilsaver. Royce is survived by his children, Mike (Brenda) Dilsaver of Julesburg, Colorado, Diann (Alan) Rochlitz of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Steve (Linda) Dilsaver of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and John (Lezlie) Dilsaver of Omaha, Nebraska; nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother Don (Bev) Dilsaver of Lincoln, Nebraska and a sister, Donnita Henderson of Auburn, Nebraska. Royce was born in Taylor, Nebraska, raised on the family ranch in Rose, Nebraska, and completed his high school education at Rock County High School in Bassett, Nebraska. From 1953 - 1954 he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War while stationed in Germany. Returning from the Armed Services, he attended Kearney State College in Kearney, Nebraska earning his bachelor's degree in business. While attending college, he met his future wife, Betty. Royce and Betty were married on May 31, 1958 at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington, Nebraska. Mike and Diann were both born in Lexington. The family moved to North Platte, Nebraska in 1960 where Steve and John were born. Royce enjoyed gardening, golfing, fishing, and camping. Royce and Betty encouraged all the children to fully participate in Church and athletic programs growing up. He worked for the State of Nebraska as an Unemployment Tax Auditor, was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #1211, and supported Boy Scout Troup #292 with countless hours of service. After retirement, Royce and Betty moved to Lake Maloney allowing them to enjoy numerous visits from family and friends. Royce took great pride in showing all the grandchildren the fine points of fishing and golfing. In retirement, the couple made many trips visiting family and exploring antique shops for a bargain. Royce and Betty moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming to be closer to family in his later years, and Royce recently moved to Julesburg, Colorado for the same reason. North Platte has always been home to the Family. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to North Platte Catholic School Endowment Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, Nebraska with the Reverend Josh Brown officiating. Internment with military honors will immediately follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska. Visitation will be from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2019 with Christian Wake Services to follow at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Royce Eugene Dilsaver  (1933 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574439511446.jpeg" width="157" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Rosa Lucille Werkmeister, age 89, of Maywood, Nebraska, died November 19, 2019, in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Lucille was born on September 25, 1930 in Palisade, Nebraska, the daughter of John Leslie and Rosa Lena (Conboy) Large.&nbsp;When she was three years old, her mother passed away; lovingly, her Grandmother Ella Large helped raise her.&nbsp;She attended school in Hayes Center, Nebraska and graduated with the class of 1948.&nbsp;She taught school at the Valley County School for the 1948-49 school year.&nbsp; Lucille married Melvin Fred Werkmeister on June 17, 1950; and they made their home at Maywood, Nebraska. She was a busy wife and mother raising their children - Alvin, Allan, Verneta and Julie.&nbsp;Lucille was creative and loved to sew, make quilts and do other crafts.&nbsp;She enjoyed reading.&nbsp;Her family was her pride and joy; she took pleasure in spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Surviving are husband, Melvin Fred Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska;&nbsp;two sons, Alvin (Sina Jo) Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska, Allan Werkmeister of Curtis, Nebraska; two daughters, Verneta Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska, Julie (Kevin) Werkmeister Johnson of Keensburg, Colorado; six grandchildren - Bobbi Werkmeister; Luke (Lisa) Werkmeister, Marc (Jessica) Werkmeister, Jayde (Gary) Koch, Christopher (Michelle) Werkmeister, Michael (Dani) Werkmeister, and 16 great grandchildren; her sisters-in-law Lois Bennett, of Niwot, Colorado; Arlene Werkmeister of Longmont, Colorado; Betty Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska; Roberta Werkmeister, Palisade, Nebraska; Pat Werkmeister (California); along with many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; brother- and sister-in law Leo and Jean Werkmeister, Max and Donna Werkmeister; brothers-in-law Ernest Werkmeister, Elgie Werkmeister, and Raymond Werkmeister; sister-in-law Darlene Werkmeister. Visitation will be held at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 315 Center Street in Curtis, Nebraska on Sunday, November 24, 2019, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at Maywood Cemetery on November 25, 2019 at 11:00 am.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Maywood Community Hall.&nbsp;

Lucille Werkmeister  (1930 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574439121501.jpeg" width="234" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Herman Theodore Fredericksen, age 91, completed his earthly life's journey on November 19, 2019. He is now at home with his Heavenly Father and Lord &amp; Savior, Jesus Christ. Born on July 7, 1928 in Omaha, Nebraska to Danish parents, Carl and Lucille Fredericksen, Herman was their first born child. His brother Gene Fredericksen and sister Irene Nielsen long preceded him in death along with his step-sister, Linda Johnson. Herman, with his late wife Phyllis Small Fredericksen (passed on July 19, 2015), made their lives together in Cozad, Nebraska and raised three daughters who survive them today: Sandra Yonkey (Darrel) of Lincoln, Nebraska, Sharon Howerter (Greg) of Chadron, Nebraska, and Carla Johnston (Chuck) of Fredericksburg, Virginia. And they were further blessed with two grandchildren, Joette Fuller (Eric) of Chadron, Nebraska and Jeffrey Howerter (Jennifer) of Cozad, Nebraska; and six great-granddaughters increased and blessed the family fold: twins Micaiah &amp; Makinley Howerter, Sydney Howerter, Jentsyn Fuller and twins Addison &amp; Emma Howerter. Herman is also survivied by nieces and nephews who live in Nebraska, Texas, Nevada, Washington, and California. He worked in big agriculture at the alfalfa mills for about forty years in Cozad. Herman was a provider of food for the table from his love of gardening and fishing, especially after retiring at age 62. It will be interesting how Herman, the provider will be used eternally. Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Friday, November 22, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. with the family present from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Cozad Christian Church, 820 Ave F, Cozad, Nebraska on Saturday, November 23, 20219 at 10:00 a.m .with Pastor Mike Moore officiating. Interment will follow in the Cozad Cemetery, Cozad, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the donor's choice. To sign the online guest book, go to <a href="http://www.blasestrauser.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">www.blasestrauser.com</a>.

Herman Theodore Fredericksen  (1928 - 2019)

Steven Mitchel Moore, age 76, of Cozad, Nebraska died unexpectedly at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. Steven was born on June 9, 1943 to Lester &amp; Ida Moore at Joplin, Missouri. He grew up on the Moore family ranch, north of Hayes Center, Nebraska and graduated from Hayes Center High School. After high school, Steven ranched with his grandfather, Sam Moore, on the family ranch. He was married for a short time, then married Helen Suda from Palisade, Nebraska. They lived on the ranch and adopted a daughter, Candy, and later divorced. Steven eventually left the ranch and began trucking, but never lost his love for the ranch and his cattle. He bought his own truck in 1999 and continued driving until retiring in 2005. Steven now had time to remodel the house. In 1997, Steven met Gladys Baylie and her son, Sam. Steven and Gladys made their home in Cozad, Nebraska and have been together ever since. Steven was a good man. He was hardworking and like working with his hands. He leaves behind his significant other, Gladys Baylie, and her son, Sam Baylie and his family; a cousin, Sammy (Jerry) Hansen; and second cousins Traci (Dave) Hoatson and Tammy (Terry) Simmons all of North Platte, Nebraska and their families. Steven was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Ida; and grandparents, Ida and Sam Moore, Sr. Funeral Service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">odeanchapel.com</a>.

Steven Mitchel Moore  (1943 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574286591296.jpeg">Craig Clinton Broge, 59, of Sutherland passed away November 19, 2019 at Great Plains Health.Craig was born December 30, 1959 in Sutherland to Foster and Gertrude (Rose) Broge.He graduated with the Sutherland Class of 1978 and attended and graduated from Mid Plains Community College with a degree in welding.&nbsp;On October 4, 1980 he married Lori Van De Water in Sutherland.&nbsp;Craig drove a semi with the family business for many years before going to work for NPPD, continuing until his health deteriorated.&nbsp;He stayed strong physically and mentally while enduring many health issues.&nbsp;He loved to golf and was on the board of the Oregon Trail Golf Course.&nbsp;He and Lori owned and operated the Quality Lawn Care lawn mowing business in Sutherland for the last 25 years.Survivors include his wife, Lori of Sutherland; sister, Janice Goosey of North Platte; mother-in-law, Nita Van De Water of Sutherland; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends.In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Oregon Trail Golf Course.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp;The family would also like to encourage organ donation to enhance the lives of others.Cremation was chosen and there will be a celebration of life service at 3:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2019 at the Oregon Trail Golf Course with the Reverend Mark Baldwin officiating.&nbsp;Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Craig Clinton Broge (1959-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574276241256.jpeg" width="211">Donald Ray 'Don' Lakey, age 88, of North Platte, died at home surrounded by his family on Monday, November 18, 2019. Don was born April 12, 1931, to Ray and Grace (Hastings) Lakey on a farm southwest of Paxton, Nebraska where he grew up.&nbsp;Don attended District 11 Rural School and Paxton High School, he eventually received his GED in 1979. Don enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1952 and served in Korea as a Clerk Typist and Company Clerk.&nbsp;After his honorable discharge from active duty, he continued serving our country with the 89th Division, Active Reserve Unit until his retirement with the rank of Staff Sergeant. On October 23, 1957, Don married Marion Bewley at Paxton.&nbsp;They lived in Ogallala, Nebraska for a while before moving to North Platte, Nebraska in 1958.&nbsp;Don and Marion had a son, Rodney, who passed away in 1957, and later adopted Robert and Mike. Don attended several custodial schools and got the rating as a Class 3 Custodian.&nbsp;He then went to work for the North Platte Public School District in the Maintenance Department before getting a job with the U.S. Government in the G.S.A. Department.&nbsp;Don was a Custodial Leader for many years until retiring and also owned his own business, Lakey'sCustodial Service, which he sold in 1982. He spent his free time playing Internet checkers, doing paint by numbers and was very active in his church and various organizations.&nbsp;Don was recently recognized as a 75 year member of the First United Methodist Church where he had served on several church boards and was an usher.&nbsp; He was President of the High Rise Board; member of the National Activeand Retired Federal Employees Association where he served in all offices at the local, state, and federal levels including President of Nebraska Retired Employees in 2005; member of Walla Wall IOOF Lodge #56 for over 50 years and served as secretary, business manager, District 17 Grand Master, District 4 Deputy Grand Warden, and conducted many Odd Fellowfuneral services; and was a member of Eagles Aires #2839. He is survived by his sons, Robert (Sandy) Lakey and Mike Lakey, all of North Platte; grandkids, Jennifer Lakey (Jeff Bacon), Jamie (Matt) James, Jessica Lakey, Jason (Jeanne) Lakey, Kaelynn (Peter) Cain, and Greg Krzykowski; 10 great-grandchildren; and many other family members including special cousins, Robert and Luella Nitzel, of Longmont, Colorado and Karen Hastings, of Hawaii. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Marion, and their infant son, Rodney; his parents, Ray and Grace; and brothers, Melvin and Jim Lakey. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;Memorial Service with Odd Fellow Rites will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, November 25, 2019, at First United Methodist Church in North Platte with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;The memorial book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the First United Methodist Church.

Donald Ray 'Don' Lakey  (1931 - 2019)

Craig C. Broge, age 59, of Sutherland, died November 19, 2019 at Great Plains Health. Services are pending g at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

Craig C. Broge Pending Services

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574192124618.jpeg" width="238" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Alfred Charles Gordon, age 84, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on November 17, 2019 at his home. Alfred was born on June 27, 1935 in Keystone, Nebraska to Alfred Clive and Enola (Smith) Gordon. Alfred graduated from Ogallala High School with the Class of 1952. He served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959, stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia and later at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He was married to Sharon Houpt on November 26, 1960 and she preceded him in death on October 17, 1979. Alfred was employed with the Union Pacific Railroad, retiring in 1995. Alfred truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-granddaughters and working in his garden and yard. Survivors include his daughters, Kelly (Kerry) Heffner of Omaha, Nebraska, Carol (Daniel) Tillman of North Platte, Nebraska, Jan (Greg) Green of Omaha, Nebraska and Angie Nelson of Omaha, Nebraska; a brother, Clifford (Marie) Gordon of North Platte; sisters, Evelyn (Terry Wilkerson) Frosh of North Platte, Darlene (Dale) Elder of Aurora, Nebraska, Shirley (Ron) Ziegler of Ogallala, Nebraska, Joan (Jerry) Perlinger of North Platte, and Marilyn (Roger) Dahlkoetter of Roscoe, Nebraska; brother-in-law, Randy (Maggie) Houpt of North Platte; sisters-in-law, Donna Gordon of Roscoe and Marty Houpt of North Platte; grandchildren, Brandon Clary, Kameron Heffner, Ryan (Katana) Tillman, Tanner (Anna) Tillman, Troy Green, Stephanie Nelson, and Eric Nelson; and great-granddaughters Brynleigh, Bardleigh, Lucille, and Coraline Tillman. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; brothers John Gordon and Darrell Gordon; sisters Aileen Lindemuth, Pauline Armknecht, and Naomi Mailand; his mother and father-in-law, Beatrice and Jesse Houpt; brothers-in-law, Lyle Houpt and Russell Houpt; sister-in-law Gail Slack; and a special friend Ann McCracken. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com Graveside services with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte with Chaplain Gary Smith officiating. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Alfred Charles Gordon  (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574118261261.jpeg" width="275"> Gregory Marvin Skinner, Sr., a true outdoorsman, was welcomed home to his maker on November 16, 2019. Greg was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Marvin and Marlene (Haigh) Skinner on August 16, 1956. He attended school in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Huron, South Dakota. He enlisted in the Army in 1974 and was discharged in 1976. In 1976, he married Lynett Erickson, and to this union two children were born, Heather and Gregory, Jr. Greg was employed at many different professions during his life. He truly was a jack of all trades. Due to health issues, he was no longer able to participate in his true passions, hunting, fishing and cooking. It is telling that he passed on opening day of deer season. In 1998, he married Debra Faust. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Heather; his farther, Marvin Skinner; his mother, Marlene Koch; and his step-father, Ivan Koch. Those he leaves to morn his passing are his son, Gregory, Jr.; his stepson, David; six grandchildren, Shay, Jorey, Erik, Jaiden, Jace and Journey; three stepsons, Justin, Robert and Josh; many step-grandchildren; a sister, Terry (Mark) Woods; a niece, Jess Lemmon; a nephew, Mark Lemmon; special care-giver, Pearl Gale; and many friends. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen. A celebration of life will be held at Kelsey's, 219 Rodeo Road in North Platte, Nebraska on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please stop by and raise a glass in his memory. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is assisting the family in arrangements.

Gregory Marvin Skinner, Sr  (1956 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574111645685.jpeg" width="187">William “Bill” LeRoy Freeman was born June 6, 1935 to Everett and Dorothy (Little) Freeman at Ft. Collins, Colorado. He went to his heavenly home on November 17, 2019. Bill attended school in North Platte, Nebraska and at Briercrest Bible College in Caronport, Sask Canada. On June 7, 1959, he was united in marriage to Theora Hamer at the Horace Baptist Church in Horace, NE. Bill and Theora settled in their new home in Maxwell, Nebraska in 1969. He worked as a pipefitter for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking and photography. At the age of 8 Bill accepted Christ as his savior. He was a member of Maxwell Baptist Church, where he served in several offices. He ran the sound system for years and helped his wife in the church nursery. Bill is survived by his wife of 60 years, Theora of Maxwell; sister, Barbara (Tom) Fisher of Hershey; brother, Don (Donna) Freeman of Prairieville, KY; nephew and nieces, Mike (Sheila) Sneed of North Platte, Melanie (Eric) Reams of Florida, Ann Marie (Sam) Edelen of KY, and Bill (Judy) Hamer of Scotia, NE, special friends, Dean and Donna Kittle, Pam, Rhonda, Doug and families including special granddaughters, Grace and Janie Sommers. He was preceded in death by his parents; his parents-in-law, Ted and Cora Hamer; and a nephew, Jerry Sneed. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. Memorials are suggested to Maxwell First Baptist Church for missionaries.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp;Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2019 at the Maxwell First Baptist Church with Pastors Bob Allan and Tim Lyzenga officiating. Burial will be at Plainview Cemetery near Maxwell.&nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.&nbsp;

William "Bill" LeRoy Freeman (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574454836586.jpeg">Jerry Jay Kemp began his eternal life on Monday, November 11, 2019 at his home near Tryon, Nebraska at the age of 68 years.&nbsp;Jerry was born on September 29, 1951 at St. Mary's Hospital in North Platte, Nebraska to James Ray Kemp and Irene (Neal) Kemp, the third of three children. Jerry was saved at a young age in an Amos Rundus Revival at Gospel Ridge.&nbsp;He&nbsp;attended grade school at District #9, which was the same school his mother, Irene had attended, as well as his children.&nbsp;He rode his beloved horse, Sugarfoot to grade school on most days.&nbsp;He graduated from McPherson County High School with the class of 1969.&nbsp; Jerry&nbsp;was united in marriage on July 2, 1971 to Patty M. McNutt. Two children were born to this union, Travis and Lori.&nbsp;Jerry was employed with the Union Pacific Railroad from 1972 until he retired as an engineer in 2005.&nbsp;He resided on his ranch in the Sandhills until his passing.&nbsp;Jerry had an incredible love for God, his parents &amp; family, raising cattle, living in the Sandhills and of his country.&nbsp;Yearly family&nbsp;vacations were very important, and many wonderful memories were had traveling throughout the country together as a family.&nbsp;Jerry was known for his gift of conversation.&nbsp;He could strike up a conversation with anyone.&nbsp;Throughout his life he loved to read and learn, and he continued to do so up until his passing.&nbsp;He taught his family the&nbsp;importance of God and was&nbsp;known for quoting "God is Good".&nbsp;He adored his&nbsp;six beautiful grandchildren and they loved their Grandpa Kemp.&nbsp;He referred to each of his grandchildren as being "a blessing" and "a gift from God."&nbsp;To a man of many titles:&nbsp;Jerry, Dad, Grandpa and Papa Kemp..."You are loved and will be greatly missed".&nbsp;Preceding his death were his parents and two brothers, Richard and Karl. Survivors are son, Travis Kemp and wife Rochelle (Schluntz) of Kearney, Nebraska; daughter, Lori Martens and husband Brandon of Omaha, Nebraska. Grandchildren, Ashley, Alex and Austin Kemp and Savannah, Logan and Brooklyn Martens.&nbsp;Jerry chose cremation and there will be a private family service at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the McPherson County Fire Department.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://adamsswanson.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 153);">adamsswanson.com</a>. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jerry Kemp  (1951 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574109478507.jpeg" width="225">Donna Jean Owings, age 82, of North Platte,Nebraska, Passed away surround by her family at home on Friday, November 15, 2019. Donna was born March 15, 1937, at Elm Creek, Nebraska, to Clarence Herbert and Marjorie Helen (Thomas) Silkett and grew up in different Nebraska towns.&nbsp;She graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1955 then worked as a secretary for a while. On December 30, 1955, Donna married John 'Jack' William Owings, Jr. in Gothenburg, They moved to Chicago, Illinois for a few years, then returned to Nebraska in 1960, settling in North Platte. Donna worked for AAA as a secretary before going to work at the hospital in 1983.&nbsp;After 18 years at the hospital she retired but kept busy as a volunteer with R.S.V.P.&nbsp;Donna was also a member of First United Methodist Church and American Legion Auxiliary #163.&nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, reading and gardening, and in her younger days she liked to bowl.&nbsp;Donna loved her dogs, especially Toby. She is survived by her children, John III (Danielle) Owings, of Olympia, Washington, Cathy Maranville, of Edmond, Oklahoma and Dawn (Rick) Moerke, of North Platte; grandchildren, Gregory Maranville, Joshua Maranville, Nathan Moerke, Alyssa (Tim) Kirk, John 'Jay' Owings IV and Sarah Owings; great-grandkids, Isaiah, Rayce, Slade, Blaise, Liani, Dan,Noah, Gavin, Brody and Braxton; sister, Sandra (Lloyd) Monthey, of Republican City; as well as other family. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, Jr., and their infant son, Jackie; and her parents, Clarence and Marjorie Silkett. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore with Pastor Brett Hatheway officiating. Inurnment will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;The memorial book may be signed at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday at Odean ColonialChapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Callahan Cancer Center or American Legion Auxilary #163.

Donna Jean Owings (1937 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574033770464.jpeg" width="255">L. "Maxine"&nbsp;Fickenscher, age 88, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on November 14, 2019 at Stone Hearth Estates in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Maxine was born August 3, 1931 in Olathe, Colorado, the daughter of Clifford and Esther (Elicker) Atkinson and raised south of Brady, Nebraska.&nbsp;She attended rural country school and then graduated from Brady High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;After graduation, she moved to Lincoln, Nebraska to attend Lincoln General School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse.&nbsp;She worked for many years as a nurse.&nbsp;Maxine married Allen Fickenscher on March 21, 1953 at Brady, Nebraska and to this union three children were born - Nancy, Tim and Tom.&nbsp;The family made their home in Brady and then Gothenburg.&nbsp;She was a member of the United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Maxine enjoyed quilting and baking bread.&nbsp;She collected stamps and thimbles.&nbsp;April Fool's Day was her favorite day to pull pranks.&nbsp;She loved being outside - camping and going on picnics.&nbsp;She loved cardinals and spiders.&nbsp;&nbsp;She cherished her family and friends and often wrote them letters. Survivors include her husband Allen of Gothenburg;&nbsp;two sons, Tom (Cindy) Fickenscher of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Tim Fickenscher (Carol Windrum) of Omaha, Nebraska; daughter, Nancy (John) Gerrard of Lincoln, Nebraska;&nbsp;seven grandchildren and 14 great&nbsp;grandchildren; along with numerous extended family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; Maxine was preceded in death by her parents and brother, James Atkinson. Book signing will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Monday, November 18, 2019 from 1:00 to 8:00 PM with the family present from 4-6 . Memorial Services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Jeff Cottingham officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Private Interment will take place in Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the Heifer International, 1 World Ave. Little Rock, AR 72202 or the Gothenburg Library 1104 Lake, Gothenburg, NE 69138.&nbsp;&nbsp;To send flowers to L. Maxine (Atkinson) Fickenscher's family, please visit the <a href="https://www.blasestrauser.com/notices/LMaxine-Fickenscher/sympathy" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">floral section</a> at <a href="https://www.blasestrauser.com/" target="_blank">www.blasestrauser.com</a>.

L. Maxine (Atkinson) Fickenscher  (1931 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573858009390.jpeg" width="190" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Florence Meredith, age 94, of Gothenburg, Nebraska died November 14, 2019 in Gothenburg. She was born on September 4, 1925 in Maxwell, Nebraska, the daughter of John and Augusta (Hillman) Effenbeck. She graduated from Maxwell High School. Florence was always a busy mother, raising her son, Dennis. She worked for Schweiser's in North Platte, Nebraska for many years. Later she worked at Gibson's in North Platte. She enjoyed crosswords, puzzles and sewing. Florence was preceded in death by her parents; eight brothers, Kenny, EMil, Martin, Edgar, paul, Walter, John &amp; Ludwig; and six sisters, Berth, Bessie, Margaret, Martha, Marie &amp; Harriet; and her grandson, Wyatt Colby Meredith. Suriving her are her son, Dennis (Deb) Meredith of Gothenburg, Nebraska; grandchildren Rebecca Blake and Shawn (Amie) Meredith; great grandchildren Keisha (Stephen) Wehtje, Grace Blake, Connor Meredith, Memphis Meredith, and Remington Meredith; and extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel at 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska on Sunday, November 17, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev Jeff Cottingham officiating. Internment will follow in the Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte, Nebraska. Memorials may be made in Florence's memory to be used for the great grandchildren's education. To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com.

Florence Meredith  (1925 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573761591028.jpeg" width="174">Rodney D. Magnuson, 77, of&nbsp;North Platte, passed away November 13, 2019 at Centennial Park Retirement Village.&nbsp;Rodney was born September 8, 1942 at North Platte to Virgle and Bernice (Miller) Magnuson. He attended Stapleton High School graduating with the class of 1960 and McCook Community College.He was united in marriage to Sharon K. Rundback at North Platte on November 24, 1963.&nbsp;Rodney worked for the Union Pacific Railroad in the freight department for 25 years.&nbsp;He was an outdoorsman, enjoying his time fishing, hunting and drawing. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of&nbsp;Eagles.He was preceded in death by his parent; his wife, Sharon and nephews, Dale and Paul Rundback. Rodney is survived by sons, Darin (Janice) Magnuson of Kenesaw, Nebraska and Duane (Romy) Magnuson of&nbsp;Topeka, Kansas; daughter,&nbsp;Christine&nbsp;(Curt) Aufrecht of&nbsp;North Platte; brother, Kenneth Magnuson of&nbsp;Lander, Wyoming; grandchildren, Jordan (Courtnee) Magnuson of Gothenburg,&nbsp;Dylan Magnuson of Hastings, Micah Magnuson of Kearney, Brayden Aufrecht of&nbsp;North Platte, Isaac Aufrecht of&nbsp;North Platte and Bryce Aufrecht of&nbsp;North Platte; great grandchildren, Khloe&nbsp;and Oakley Magnuson of&nbsp;Gothenburg; nephews, Stewart Magnuson, Joseph Cooper, Chester Cooper, James Barnes and Jeffrey Barnes; niece, Theresa Magnuson and&nbsp;Rodney’s companion, Connie Joseph. Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>. A memorial has been established in his name. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene with Pastor James Trippett officiating. Burial will be at the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 15, 2019 with family receiving friends at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.&nbsp;

Rodney D. Magnuson (1942-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573761352735.jpeg" width="332">Gary Jameson, 78, of Tryon passed away at his home on November 10, 2019 after a lengthy illness.Gary was born in Dodge County, Nebraska at his grandmother’s home to Vernon and Elizabeth (Johnson) Jameson on April 28, 1941.He graduated from McPherson County High School in 1958, attended Denver University and Chadron State College for a short time before returning home and worked for various area ranches.&nbsp;In 1961, he joined the Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1965.&nbsp;In November 1967, he and Susan Tucker were married, and to this union three girls were born, Melanie, Angie, and Jana.&nbsp;Gary loved ranching and his favorite time of year was spring with the new claves and new beginnings.&nbsp;He always said, “you be good to the land and it will be good to you.”He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Elizabeth Jameson; infant brother, Kenneth; sister, Marie; brother, Terry; brothers-in-law, Robert Morrison and Ira Holton; and in-laws, Pat and Marvin Tucker.He leaves to mourn his wife of 52 years, Susan; daughters, Melanie (Dan), Angie (Doug), and Jana; 7 grandchildren, Ceygan, Saeje, Peyton, and Gentry, Carsyn and Hudsyn, and Greyden; brother, Tom Jameson; sisters, Lois Holton and Sandra Morrison; and special family friend, Pat (Wanda) Simmson.Per his request, dress casual; wear your hats and enjoy the celebration of life.In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the McPherson County Fire and Ambulance Dept.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2019 at McPherson County High School.&nbsp;Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Gary Jameson (1941-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573685497882.jpeg" width="160"> Mary Catherine Williams, age 71, of North Platte, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 13, 2019. Mary was born in North Platte on June 4, 1948, to Ralph and Barbara (Anderson) Banderet then the family moved to California when Mary was young.&nbsp;She grew up in San Francisco where she graduated from high school and college. Mary worked as a paramedic for a short time before she and her mother returned to North Platte.&nbsp;Mary then worked at various places including Harold's Club, Platte Bar, Country Rose and for Butch's Steak House in Hershey.&nbsp;She was hired to paint "North Platte" on the water tower and later worked at Walmart until 1999. On April 15, 2000, Mary was united in marriage to Winfred Earl Williams, Jr. at North Platte.&nbsp;Since Fred's job kept him on the road, the couple lived in many different states, but no matter where they were, North Platte was always "Home" to Mary. She enjoyed visiting historical sights wherever they went and liked to go camping.&nbsp;She especially loved her family and spending time with her kids and grandkids. Mary leaves behind her husband, Fred, and daughters, Angelia (Dennis) Hagan and Heather (Rodney) Wright, all of North Platte; son, P.J. (Nicki) Somers, of Le Sueur, Minnesota; stepfather, Ray Pafford (special friend, Jean Warner), of Hershey; stepson, Josh Burks, of Phoenix, Arizona; grandkids, Chelcie, Corbin, Shyann, Micheala, Kadan, Karsten, Gage, and Ally; brothers, Riley Banderet, of Cayucos, California and Roger Banderet, of Paxton; stepbrothers, Ray Pafford, Jr., of Hershey and Roger Pafford, of Phoenix, Arizona; her dogs, Tre, Promise and Angel; as well as other family and many close friends. The family would like to give special thanks to Crystal, Sandy and Sonja. She was preceded in death by her father, Ralph Banderet; mother, Barbara Pafford; stepsister, Robin Burns; and infant granddaughter, Tavia. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore with Ned Cooper officiating.&nbsp;The memorial book may be signed at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>&nbsp;or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the North Platte Animal Shelter.

Mary Catherine Williams  (1948-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573360333583.jpeg" width="180" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Evelyn Lorraine Duckworth, age 91, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away at the North Platte Care Center on Wednesday, November 6, 2019. Evelyn was born on March 21, 1928, at Stratton, Nebraska, to Carl Earnest and Stella Edith (Sill) Felker.&nbsp;She grew up in Trenton where she graduated from high school in 1945. In 1947, Evelyn married Keith Bowen.&nbsp;They lived in several Nebraska communities and raised five children, later divorcing. Evelyn had worked as a secretary for a while and lived in Kearney, Nebraska before moving to North Platte and rekindling a romance with her high school boyfriend, Stanley Duckworth. Evelyn and Stanley were married on October 9, 1998, and enjoyed the past 21 years together here in North Platte.&nbsp;They were members of the First United Methodist Church and could be seen outside working in the flower gardens of the church, Evelyn doing most of the work and Stanley offering his assistance. Along with her loving husband, Stanley, Evelyn is survived by her children and their families: Son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Luann Bowen of Elm Creek, and their children: Travis (Elisa) Bowen and their children Ameilia and William; Shannon (Curt) Hineline and their children, Mikhail, Owen and Riley; Nicholas (Michaela) Bowen and their children Landon and Carter; Chelsea (Jon) Sullivan and their children, Jadia, Gianna and Porter; and Jocelyn (Lance) Blythe and their children, Camden, Ariana and Haven.&nbsp;Son, Jim Bowen of Bertrand, and his children: Tessa Bowen; Alex (Laura) Bowen and their children, Kinzley and Adelynn; and Hayley Bowen.&nbsp;Son and daughter-in-law, John and Darla Bowen of Phoenix, Arizona, and their son Connor Bowen. Daughter and son-in-law, Jana and Jim Jameson of Beatrice, and Jana's children: Christopher (Erica) Arehart and their children Drew, Mallory and Cooper; Lindsay(Rickey) Washington and their children, Ariah and Julia; Brandi Jourdon and her children Garrett, Hayden and Myles; Ashley Washburn and her children, Carson, Tynli and Olivia; Monica (E.J.) Jones and their children MaLiaya, BriLeigh, KiLynn and Tripp; and stepdaughter Stacy (Ryan) Ideus and their daughter, Violet.&nbsp;Daughter Julie Bowen Walston of Ridgecrest, California, and her children: Whitney (David) Haefele; Chloe Walston; and Parker Walston. Survivors also include her special friends, Lisa and David Fudge, Shawn and Becca Moss, Leona Killham, and Greg and Michelle Kring, all of North Platte; as well as many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Stella Felker; sister and brother-in-law, Irma and Tom Spears; brothers, Barney, Bill, Foster, John, Harry, Stewart 'Doc' and Forrest 'Frostie' Felker; son-in-law, Robert Arehart; Evelyn's first husband, Keith Bowen; and granddaughter, Shauna Arehart. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, November 15, 2019, at First United Methodist Church in North Platte with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp;Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">odeanchapel.com</a>.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to First United Methodist Church.

Evelyn Lorraine Duckworth  (1928 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573256909175.jpeg" width="258" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Betty Yvonne Glebe-Smith, age 84, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away on November 8, 2019 at The Arbors in Lincoln, Nebraska. Betty was born on January 25, 1935 in Minden, Nebraska to Carl and Agnes (Bartlett) Thompson. She married Jerome Glebe on may 14, 1953. He passed away on August 17, 1998. She then married Leo Smith on May 12, 2007. He passed away on january 27, 2017. Betty worked in Classified Ads at the North Platte Telegraph until her retirement. After retirement, she worked part time at the North Platte Library. She enjoyed a wide variety of activities including garage sales, puzzles, bingo, Bible study, raising dogs, embroidery, Elvis music, and Husker football. Betty loved her grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husbands, and a brother, Roger Thompson. Survivors include her daughters Catherine (William) Kolf of Itasca, Illinois and Marcia (James) Warner of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchldren, Emily (Joseph) DeHaven of Kansas, Jerome Kolf of Wisconsin, and Erika (Allan) Parrish of Nebraska; great grandson August DeHaven of Kansas; step-daughter Sandy (Mark) Mason of North Platte; step-sons Allan (Brenda) Smith of Colorado and Leslie Smith of North Platte; step-grandchildren Brianna Mason, Matthew Smith and Leah Smith. A memorial has been established to the North Platte Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be shared at adamsswanson.com. Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E Street in North Platte with Pasto Doug Delp officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Yvonne Glebe-Smith  (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573142658886.jpeg" width="192" style=""> Harvey Charles Grunden, age 84, passed away on November 4, 2019 at Centennial park Care Center in North Platte, Nebraska. Harvey was born on May 31, 1935 to Forrest and Blanche (Weismann) Grunden on the family ranch north of Curtis, Nebraska. He was born during the Flood of '35 where his 9 year old sister, Betty, delivered him and it was a week afterwards before the doctor could get there to see him. Harvey met his wife, Myrna, while they attended the state high school in Curtis, Nebraska. Harvey and Myrna were married on June 26, 1955. They made their home over on the Fox Creek for just over 5 years before moving to the home place in 1961. Harvey and Myrna had 60 years of marriage and they enjoyed every minute of it. Myrna was always ready to help in any way. To this union were born four children: Russel Arnold (deceased at birth), Harlan Harvey, Gina Luray, and Harris Harold. Harvey has ranched all of his life on the family ranch raising wheat, cattle, hogs and Morgan Horses. He prided himself in the stewardship of the land and was consistently trying to improve his cattle herd. He spent 6 years in the Army Reserve. As a child, he attended Mesa Grand School and rode his horse there every day. During high school he enjoyed showing cattle and hogs in the Little Aksarben. Harvey was a 4-H member and later became a horse leader for the Fox Creek 4-H Club. Harvey was active with the Missouri Valley Morgan Horse Club for 50 years and the American Morgan Horse Association. In 2018 Harvey and Myrna were inducted into the Morgan Horse Breeders Hall of Fame. They both were very proud to have sent the first Morgan Horse to Germany in 1979. He always kept his fence tight and his gates even tighter. Harvey enjoyed playing tricks on his wife, family and friends. One of his greatest pranks was removing the beautiful snow scene off the top of Myrna's piano at the school where she taught and put paper between the hammers and piano strings. Myrna was so embarrassed for that day she had a parent come for a visit during school. Above all, he was proudest of raising his family. He is survived by his children, Harlan (Tammy) of Curtis, Gina (Dennis) Essink of Syracuse, Nebraska, and Harris (Joanie) of Maxwell, Nebraska; grandchildren Megan (Dawson) Welch and sons Lane, Jett and Rudy of Moorefield, Nebraska, Hance (Victoria) Grunden of Curtis, Brandon Essink of Syracuse, Nebraska, John Essink of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jace and Dallas Grunden of Maxwell, Nebraska; his brother-in-law Jerrold (Jan) Hibbs of Smithfield, Nebraska; special family frind Marlene Nielsen of Jewel, Kansas; Donna and the crew at Centennial Park; and a host of other family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Myrna (2016); infant son Russell; parents, Forrest &amp; Blanche Grunden; and in-laws Arnold &amp; Vera Hibbs; his brother Harold; and his sisters Betty Slack/Jensen and Audrey Krone. Visitation will be held at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Curtis, Nebraska on Thursday, November 7, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with the family present from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Curtis on Friday, November 8, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the Curtis Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to either Curtis Fire &amp; Rescue or LCRA.

Harvey Charles Grunden  (1935 - 2019)

Delores (Dee) Pearl Reeves was born to William Vangie and Mary Henrietta (Greely) Reeves on October 12, 1935 at North Platte, Nebraska. She departed this world on November 4, 2019 at the age of 84. Delores graduated from North Platte High School and went on to nursing school to become an LPN. She gave birth to her only child, Barbara Jo Rose in 1954. Dee married Verden Leroy (Joe) Carpenter. Dee and Joe were happily married for over 50 years. They loved the Lord and were active in their church. Dee and Joe continually supported various ministries and missionaries over the years. Dee enjoyed traveling, especially taking trips back to Nebraska to visit family and to fish on the pontoon boat at Lake McConaughy. Delores was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Henrietta and William Vangie Reeves; her daughter, Barbara Jo Call; her husband, Verden Leroy Carpenter; sisters, Vikki Andersen, Violet Krovas, LuElla Schultz and LaVonne Spurgin; and a granddaughter, Angela Miller. Delores is survived by her brothers, Harold Reeves and Merle Reeves; her granddaughter, Harmoni Wagner; 7 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Thursday, November 7, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Vaughn Fahrenbruck officiating. Burial will be at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park in Hagerstown, Maryland. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

Delores (Dee) Pearl Carpenter  (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572990993872.jpeg" width="210" style=""> Cosmo Daniel Contreras, Jr., age 44, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on November 3, 2019 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Cosmo was born on June 19, 1975 in North Platte to Cosmo Daniel, Sr. and Debra Jo (Archuletta) Contreras. Cosmo graduated from North Platte High School in 1993. He moved to Lincoln, Nebraska and attended college at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and later Mid Plains Community College in North Platte. He worked various jobs, most recently in maintenance at the Platte River Mall. He will be remembered as a loving son and family member. Fishing, music, playing cards, the Nebraska Huskers and the Steeler Football teams were some of the things he enjoyed. He never knew a stranger and loved to talk to anyone! He was a very humble man who always thought of others. Cosmo loved to be around his friends, was very intelligent and had a great memory. His faith was strong and he was very loyal and respectful towards his elders, having a special relationship with his Archuletta grandparents. Surviviors include his parents, Cosmo Contereas, Sr. of North Platte and Debra (Johnny) Navarrette of North Platte; sibling, Johnathan Navarette of North Platte; sister, Angelia J. (Douglas) Conteras-Keen of Denver, Colorado; grandfather, Johnnie Archuletta of North Platte; aunts &amp; uncles, Philip (Betty) Archuletta of Gladstone, Missouri, Rick (Rita) Archuletta of North Platte, Cecelia B. Riley of Lexington, Nebraska, Rachel M. Ruiz of North Platte, and Mario V. Contreras of Lincoln, Nebraska; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many firends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Raymond &amp; Josephine Contreras; grandmother Josephine Archuletta; uncle Raymond "Tony" Contreras; and a cousin, Orlando Trujillo. Memorials are suggested to the St. Patrick's Catholic Church and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2019 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with the Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla as celebrant. Christian Wake Services will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Cosmo Daniel Contreras, Jr  (1975 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572986193816.jpeg" width="124"> Connie Lynn Childers, age 67, of Maxwell, Nebraska passed away on November 4, 2019 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska. Connie was born on December 1, 1951 in North Platte to Michael and Sylvia (Dike) O'Rourke. She graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1970. After graduation, she attended the Patricia Stevens Fashion and Secretarial College in Omaha, Nebraska. She lived in Grand Island for a short time before returning to North Platte. Connie worked for Dr. Lamberty and then for Great Plains Home Heath for several years. On May 23, 1981, she married Michael Childers in North Platte. Connie was employed at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell as Program Assistant for 19 years. Upon retiring from the cemetery, she went to work for West Central Agency on Aging as a Fiscal Assistant until the time of her passing. Connie was a member of the First Baptist Church and was an active part of her children's and grandchildren's activities throughout the years. She rarely missed an event and will be remembered by many for her lively cheers from the stands. Connie enjoyed supporting her grandchildren with their 4-H projects and helping however she could; from sewing advice to keeping track of the show halters. She enjoyed camping and traveling; generally enjoying life and having never met a stranger. Survivors include her husband, Mike of Maxwell, Nebraska; children, Tanya (Dewain Coleman) Ruppert of North Platte, Nebraska, Lindsey (Adam Beggs) Daniels of Westminster, Colorado, and Eric Hendrickson (Scot Jarvis) of Broomfield, Colorado; grandchildren, Jacob 'Cole', Makenna &amp; Adysen Ruppert, Hannah Daniels, and Rowan Hendrickson; her sister, Cheyrl (Ron) Childers of Olathe, Kansas, a brother, Kevn (Rene') O'Rourke of Ogallala, Nebraska; and numerous other family members and friends. Preceding her in death were her parents and step-parents, Mike &amp; Opal O'Rourke and Barney &amp; Sylvia Bollish. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Connie's name to the L2 for Kids, with a mission to increase a child's self-esteen and sense of well-being by providing new clothes and shoes to school aged children. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the First Baptist Church, 100 McDonald Road in North Platte with Darrell Drullinger officiating. Burial will be in Floral Lawns Memorials Gardens in North Platte. Visitation will be on Friday, November 8 from noon to 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West Fourth Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Connie Lynn Childers  (1951 - 2019)

Teresa Ma Clouatre, age 58, of North Platte, Nebraska died on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Great Plains Health in North Platte after a short illness. Teresa was born on June 25, 1961 to Francis 'Frank' Howard and Gracie Loretta (Dunlap) Paxton at North Platte where she grew up. She graduated from North Platte High School in 1979, then went on to graduate from Mid-Plains Community College in 1981. On July 18, 1981, Teresa married David Lee Clouatre in North Platte. They made their home in North Platte and raised five children. Teresa was a stay-at-home mom and later enjoyed taking care of her grandkids. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and served with the church's Blanket Ministry. She liked spending time doing hand crafts and researching genealogy. Teresa leaves behind her husband, David of North Platte; children, Victoria 'Tori' Clouatre (Darr Street), Andrea Clouatre and Jennifer Clouatre (Alex Willard), all of North Platte, Cassandra Clouatre of Omaha, Nebraska and Nicholas Clouatre of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren, Madison, Carter, Kaden, Magdalena, and Trey; her brother, Daniel (Connie) Paxton of Lincoln, Nebraska; niece and nephew, Baylee and Dalton; as well as other family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Loretta Paxton. Cremation was chosen. Services will be held at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with a Rosary Service at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 8, and a Memorial Service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2019. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com, or prior to the services at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the North Platte Volunteer Fire Department.

Teresa Mae Clouatre  (1961 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572897303647.jpeg"> Bonnie June Collins, age 84, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away November 3, 2019 at Linden Court in North Platte. Bonnie was born on October 3, 1935 in Stapleton, Nebraska to Levi and Mary (Sivits) Cochran. She graduated with the Stapleton High School Class of 1953, and on June 2, 1953 she married Ernest Collins in North Platte. To this union, 3 children were born, Dennis, Terry, and Sherry. Bonnie was a devoted wife and mother to her family. She especially loved her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. She was a member of Grace Community Bible Church ans was a very active and loving member. She enjoyed gardening with Ernie in her younger days. Survivors include her children, Dennis (Cathryn) Collins of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Terry (Mary) Collins of North Platte, and Sherry (Kyle) Cole of North Platte; grandchildren, Joshua (Jen) Collins, Ashley Collins, Heidi (Todd) Stark, Nolan Collins, Landon (Jenn) Collins, Curtis (Andrea) Collins, Logan (Hillary) Collins, Baylee (Collin) Mink, Alexis Cole, and Alyssa (Jacob) Simnitt; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Lily Collins, Augie and Elizabeth Stark, and Virginia Mink; her sister, Barbara Alexander of Loup City, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Marge Cochran, Leva Cochran, and Katherine Lewis all of North Platte; and a brother-in-law, Verlin Collins of Pomona, California. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Ernie; a grandson, Jordon Collins; a granddaughter, Mary Cole; siblings, Alice, Betty, Lois, Dorothy, Harold, Bill, Ralph, and Jess. Memorials may be made in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Grace Community Bible Church in North Platte with the Reverend Mike Wing officiating. Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

Bonnie June Collins  (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572788246179.jpeg" width="201" style="cursor: nwse-resize;"> Geraldine 'Gerri' Welden, age 70, of North Platte, died unexpectedly on Friday, November 1, 2019. Gerri was born August 20, 1949, to Paul Eugene and Eileen Maurine (Sheehan) Cope in North Platte, Nebraska where she grew up.&nbsp;Gerri attended St.Patrick's Catholic School until the 11th grade when transferred to the public school and went on to graduate with the Class of '67 from North Platte High School.&nbsp;She then went to work for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company, working there until the phone company moved to Omaha. On July 5, 1968, Gerri married Lee Maynard Welden at St. Patrick's Church and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp;The couple had twochildren, Christine and Joshua, and later raised their grandson, Seth. Gerri had a keen eye for home improvements and worked with Paul Simonson at "The Decorator" for many years until retiring in 1986.&nbsp;Gerri was a painter, hung wallpaper and did interior decorating, she enjoyed making homes look their best.&nbsp;After retiring, Gerri liked being at home, doing her own projects, decorating for each season, and being a housewife.&nbsp; She also liked to garden and cooked like a chef. Gerri was a member of the Berean Church.&nbsp;She was a kind person who made time to help others by volunteering and visiting people. She leaves behind her husband, Lee, of North Platte; children, Christine (Dan) Butterfield, of Cold Creek, Colorado and Joshua Welden, of North Platte; grandkids, Seth (Callie) Welden, of Granbury, Texas, Matthew Mueller and Lyndsey (Lane) Hogeland; five great-grandkids; her mother-in-law, Lillian, Welden, and brother-in-law, Jay (Sandy) Welden, of North Platte; sisters-in-law, Donna (Wayne) Collins, of Texarkana, Texas, Lynell Welden, of Copperas Cove, Texas and Crystal (William) Stewart, of North Richland Hills, Texas; and other family. Gerri was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Eileen Cope; and father-in-law, Donald Welden. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 7, 2019, at the Berean Church with Pastor John Stone officiating.&nbsp;Burial will follow inthe North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2019 and Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://odeanchapel.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">odeanchapel.com</a>.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial in Gerri's name.

Geraldine 'Gerri' Welden  (1949 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572645863844.jpeg" width="169" style=""> Linda Marie Baylie, age 65, of North Platte took her savior's hand on October 31, 2019 at Great plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska while surrounded by her family. She was born on March 27, 1954 to Robert O'Dell and Laura Bell Bending in North Platte. She was her mom's birthday present, as her mom went into labor with Linda at her own birthday party. Linda grew up splitting her time between living in North Platte and hospitals in Omaha due to health issues. She eventually graduated from North Platte High School in 1974. On July 23, 1976 she married David Houchin. To this union, one child was born, Laura Ellen. they made their home and raised Laura in North Platte where Linda was a stay-at-home mom. They separated in 1996. On August 14, 2000, Linda married the love of her life, Samuel F. Baylie. They celebrated 19 years of marriage this past August. She and her husband spent many years delivering papers for the North Platte Telegraph. After they retired from that, she enjoyed fishing, spending time on the semi with Sam, and tending her flowers. She rarely met someone in need that she didn't try to help and loved all of God's creatures. Linda is survived by her husband, Sam of North Platte; her daughter, Laura (Mikhael) Honeywell; five grandchildren, Shyanne (BF Brandon Rockwell) Honeywell, Johanna Honeywell, Alexander Honeywell, Mikayla Honeywell, and Daniel Honeywell; as well as one great-grandson, Kyle Alexander Honeywell-Rockwell. She is also survived by her brother, Ron (Patricia) Bending of Arkansas; a nephew Chris Bending of Montana; and her mother-in-law, Gladys Baylie of Cozad, Nebraska. Linda was preceded in death by her parents a baby sister, Roberta; her brother, Eugene; and numerous aunts and uncles. Memorials may be made in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2019 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street, North Platte, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

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