Floyd Anthony Dunbar was called home on January 16, 2023. He was born on September 14, 1932, to Fred and Mattie (Stithem) Dunbar.

Throughout his childhood, Floyd lived in the Dry Valley Community in western Loup County. He graduated from Loup County High School in 1950. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955, in Korea. Floyd married Betty Sinner in May 1955.

Floyd was an avid fisherman and loved his Huskers. He enjoyed, what they called "Business trips" to Valentine and South Dakota, dancing with his wife, and camping with friends. He was a member of Loup County VFW Post 6159 and Sargent American Legion.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Betty, children, Robert and Kristy Dunbar of west Loup County and Karen and Steve Sims of Burwell. Grandchildren, Candance, and Josh Martin, Quenton and Shelly Pulliam, Kristen and Rod Molesworth, Brady and Laura Pulliam, Kelsey Sims, Gus Dunbar, and Great Grandchildren, MaKenzie Martin, Halle Pulliam, Karlie Maitin, Ryann Pulliam, Jacob Molesworth, Collin Molesworth, Reed Pulliam, Quinn Ella Pulliam, Ash Pulliam.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Clarence and Ella Sinner, brother, LeRoy Mattox, and sister, Maybelle Dilsaver.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Burwell, NE., with burial and Military Graveside Honors following at Almeria Cemetery in Almeria, NE. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the family present from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Memorials will be designated at a later date by the family.

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 </figure>Floyd Anthony Dunbar was called home on January 16, 2023. He was born on September 14, 1932, to Fred and Mattie (Stithem) Dunbar.Throughout his childhood, Floyd lived in the Dry Valley Community in western Loup County. He graduated from Loup County High School in 1950. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955, in Korea. Floyd married Betty Sinner in May 1955.Floyd was an avid fisherman and loved his Huskers. He enjoyed, what they called "Business trips" to Valentine and South Dakota, dancing with his wife, and camping with friends. He was a member of Loup County VFW Post 6159 and Sargent American Legion.Floyd is survived by his wife, Betty, children, Robert and Kristy Dunbar of west Loup County and Karen and Steve Sims of Burwell. Grandchildren, Candance, and Josh Martin, Quenton and Shelly Pulliam, Kristen and Rod Molesworth, Brady and Laura Pulliam, Kelsey Sims, Gus Dunbar, and Great Grandchildren, MaKenzie Martin, Halle Pulliam, Karlie Maitin, Ryann Pulliam, Jacob Molesworth, Collin Molesworth, Reed Pulliam, Quinn Ella Pulliam, Ash Pulliam.He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Clarence and Ella Sinner, brother, LeRoy Mattox, and sister, Maybelle Dilsaver.Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Burwell, NE., with burial and Military Graveside Honors following at Almeria Cemetery in Almeria, NE. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the family present from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Memorials will be designated at a later date by the family.

Floyd Anthony Dunbar (1932-2023)

Myron Dean Mott age 53 of Ansley, NE passed away January 16, 2023, at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE with a battle of cancer.

Myron was born January 24, 1969, in Sargent, NE to Harry and Vivian M. (Love) Mott. Myron grew up and graduated from Ansley High School in 1987. After graduation Myron lived in Oconto and Broken Bow. He worked for Adams Land &amp; Cattle, Ted Sherbeck, Don Cook, and other area farmers. Myron enjoyed video games and working on cars.

Myron is survived by his parents Harry and Vivian Mott, sibling, his children, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and dog “Sasha” all of Ansley.

Myron was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Graveside Memorial services will be at the Ansley Cemetery on May 20th, 2023 at 11:00 am.

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 </figure>Myron Dean Mott age 53 of Ansley, NE passed away January 16, 2023, at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE with a battle of cancer.Myron was born January 24, 1969, in Sargent, NE to Harry and Vivian M. (Love) Mott. Myron grew up and graduated from Ansley High School in 1987. After graduation Myron lived in Oconto and Broken Bow. He worked for Adams Land &amp; Cattle, Ted Sherbeck, Don Cook, and other area farmers. Myron enjoyed video games and working on cars.Myron is survived by his parents Harry and Vivian Mott, sibling, his children, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and dog “Sasha” all of Ansley.Myron was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins.Graveside Memorial services will be at the Ansley Cemetery on May 20th, 2023 at 11:00 am.

Myron Dean Mott (1969-2023)

Gary Winchester age 90 of Anselmo, NE passed away January 16, 2023, at Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow, NE.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 20, 2023, at 10:30 am at the St. Anselm’s Catholic Church in Anselmo, NE with Father Jim Hunt officiating. Burial will be in the St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery at Anselmo with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to Anselmo Fire Department, Anselmo/Merna Rescue, or St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19th&nbsp;at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Gerald “Gary” Keith Winchester grew upon the family ranch in rural Custer County near Anselmo, NE. He attended a country school (Hoosier) and graduated from Anselmo High School in 1950. He then attended Kearney State College for Pre-Veterinary for two years. Life changed when he was drafted into the United States Army. He was sent to Fort Chaffee Maneuver Training Center in Fort Smith, AR. He had medical training at Brooks Army Medical in San Antonia for two months. From there he was sent to Fort Lewis, WA to be shipped out for Korea. His duty was with the 52nd Field Artillery Battalion of the 24th&nbsp;Armor Division as a field medic on the DMZ zone.

Gary enjoyed ranching, hunting, and fishing with his family and friends. Sunday afternoons were special because his brother Wendell and two friends belonged to a Saddle Club and would compete with other Saddle Clubs in Custer County.

After returning home from Korea, he met Patricia “Patty” Spanel. They were married on December 29, 1958. Three children were born to this union: Scott, Gail, and Ron.

Gary is survived by his wife Patty, children: Scott of Anselmo, Gail (Reed) Keech of Denton, and Ron (LeaAnn) of Merna, grandchildren: Ryan, Austin, Nick, Dallas, step grand children: Wayne and Alicia Ritchie, son Lennon, Kayla (Cole) Geiser, sons Brody, Bentley, Breckon, and Ryan (Jen) Halouska.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents William and Ruth Winchester, brother Wendell, nephews Dan and Willy.

Gary Winchester age 90 of Anselmo, NE passed away January 16, 2023, at Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow, NE.Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 20, 2023, at 10:30 am at the St. Anselm’s Catholic Church in Anselmo, NE with Father Jim Hunt officiating. Burial will be in the St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery at Anselmo with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to Anselmo Fire Department, Anselmo/Merna Rescue, or St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 19th&nbsp;at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Gerald “Gary” Keith Winchester grew upon the family ranch in rural Custer County near Anselmo, NE. He attended a country school (Hoosier) and graduated from Anselmo High School in 1950. He then attended Kearney State College for Pre-Veterinary for two years. Life changed when he was drafted into the United States Army. He was sent to Fort Chaffee Maneuver Training Center in Fort Smith, AR. He had medical training at Brooks Army Medical in San Antonia for two months. From there he was sent to Fort Lewis, WA to be shipped out for Korea. His duty was with the 52nd Field Artillery Battalion of the 24th&nbsp;Armor Division as a field medic on the DMZ zone.Gary enjoyed ranching, hunting, and fishing with his family and friends. Sunday afternoons were special because his brother Wendell and two friends belonged to a Saddle Club and would compete with other Saddle Clubs in Custer County.After returning home from Korea, he met Patricia “Patty” Spanel. They were married on December 29, 1958. Three children were born to this union: Scott, Gail, and Ron.Gary is survived by his wife Patty, children: Scott of Anselmo, Gail (Reed) Keech of Denton, and Ron (LeaAnn) of Merna, grandchildren: Ryan, Austin, Nick, Dallas, step grand children: Wayne and Alicia Ritchie, son Lennon, Kayla (Cole) Geiser, sons Brody, Bentley, Breckon, and Ryan (Jen) Halouska.Gary was preceded in death by his parents William and Ruth Winchester, brother Wendell, nephews Dan and Willy.

Gary Winchester (1932-2023)

Patricia Louise McConville, age 85, of McCook, NE passed away at her home in McCook on Monday, January 16, 2023.

Pat was born February 10, 1937 in Trenton, NE to parents Paul and Louise E. (Balard) Miller. She was one of two siblings.&nbsp; Pat attended school in both Trenton and Stratton, graduating from Stratton with the Class of 1955.&nbsp;

Later that same year, Pat married John E. McConville on September 8, 1955.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with a son, James.&nbsp; Pat was baptized at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Indianola, NE.

Pat loved all animals, especially horses, and enjoyed serving on the Red Willow County Sherriff’s Posse.&nbsp; She passed away peacefully with her dog on her lap.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John McConville; son, James McConville; and brother, Ray Miller.

Those left to celebrate her life include her grandsons, Brad (Amber) McConville of North Platte, NE, Scott McConville of McCook and Dan McConville of Oakley, KS; daughter in law, Mary Austin of McCook; sister-in-law, Karen Miller of McCook and seven great grandchildren, Hunter, Christopher, Nichole, Johnathan, Addison, Wyatt and Bella.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the McCook Humane Society, PO Box 13, McCook, NE 69001.

Visitation with family greeting friends will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Friday, January 20, 2023 at McCook Christian Church with Pastor Kyle Dellevoet and Jessica Meyer officiating.

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 </figure>Patricia Louise McConville, age 85, of McCook, NE passed away at her home in McCook on Monday, January 16, 2023.Pat was born February 10, 1937 in Trenton, NE to parents Paul and Louise E. (Balard) Miller. She was one of two siblings.&nbsp; Pat attended school in both Trenton and Stratton, graduating from Stratton with the Class of 1955.&nbsp;Later that same year, Pat married John E. McConville on September 8, 1955.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with a son, James.&nbsp; Pat was baptized at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Indianola, NE.Pat loved all animals, especially horses, and enjoyed serving on the Red Willow County Sherriff’s Posse.&nbsp; She passed away peacefully with her dog on her lap.Pat was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John McConville; son, James McConville; and brother, Ray Miller.Those left to celebrate her life include her grandsons, Brad (Amber) McConville of North Platte, NE, Scott McConville of McCook and Dan McConville of Oakley, KS; daughter in law, Mary Austin of McCook; sister-in-law, Karen Miller of McCook and seven great grandchildren, Hunter, Christopher, Nichole, Johnathan, Addison, Wyatt and Bella.Memorial contributions are suggested to the McCook Humane Society, PO Box 13, McCook, NE 69001.Visitation with family greeting friends will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook.A funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Friday, January 20, 2023 at McCook Christian Church with Pastor Kyle Dellevoet and Jessica Meyer officiating.

Patricia McConville (1937-2023)

Eileen Thompson , 85, of Sidney passed away on Sunday evening, January 15th, 2023 at SRNC Regional West Extended Care in Sidney, where she was called to her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Patrick’s Church on Friday, January 20th at 10:00 A.M. with Father Lou Nollette officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery. The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holecheck-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>) and available to watch after the service. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 P.M. on Thursday, January 19th at Saint Patrick’s church following with a rosary service to begin at 6 P.M. Memorials in Eileen’s name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Thompson family.

Eileen M. Amateis was born in Broadwater, Nebraska on February 17, 1937 , to John and Marguerite Amateis. She was an only child. She was raised on a farm in Broadwater and attended school in Broadwater where she graduated in 1954. She met the love of her life, Neal Thompson, on a blind date when she was 15. Following high school, she married Neal Thompson. Together, they lived happily on a farm in Dalton and then moved to Sidney, NE. She drove to Bridgeport from Sidney to work at the Irrigation Office as the head secretary. Then, she proceeded to work for Madsen’s Radio and TV and Safeway. After that, she became the head bookkeeper for Conoco Station, Daylight Donuts, and Dairy Queen all which were successful businesses she and her husband owned. After selling the Dairy Queen, Eileen became the head bookkeeper for her daughter’s business, A Head of Time Hair Salon, for 31 years. Eileen had a wonderful childhood and loved the outdoors. She spoke often of her memories racing her horse bareback. Her mother was an extraordinary cook and Eileen loved eating a whole pie with her dad. As a child, she loved swimming in her stock tanks, fishing, playing with her cousins, and was a real animal lover who would try sneaking her goat into her room to sleep at night. Later on as a wife and mother, Eileen continued to love life! She was very involved with her children being successful in life and was an Italian warrior making sure nobody had hurt them!&nbsp; You did not dare cross that line!! She loved supporting her husband, aka “Toad”, in all of his successful business endeavors. She is remembered for rolling the tortillas at the Dairy Queen for Taco Thursday which was a fond memory of people in the community! She had a passion for planting flowers, proudly showing her children, and decorating her home. She loved antique shopping and fashion. She looked forward to going to hair show’s with her talented daughter, Jolene Deer, and spending time with her in the work environment. She was an empathetic asset to her daughter’s business by being personable with her customers and counseling them in love as they confided in her. Many admired and will remember her kindness and love she displayed. When somebody in the community speaks of Eileen it is always about her beauty and kindness. She was a shining light and loved by so many. There are fond memories of her going to Dallas, Texas to watch some of her daughter, Julie Thompson’s, modeling shoots and who is now an elementary teacher. She was a proud mother and loved when her son, John, a skilled carpenter, would make her benches and birdhouses for her house. Eileen passed on her green thumb, homemaker, and bookkeeping skills to her talented daughter, Jacqueline Wieser. After she retired from A Head of Time, Eileen spent her remaining years at home with Toad. She was inseparable from her husband of 67 years. Together, her children referred to them as the “Notebook”. Neal was Eileen’s caregiver for her remaining years at home with some health ailments that progressed. Their remaining years were spent right next to each other watching their favorite westerns and enjoying family visits. She was known for her famous, “Ai yai ya” comment that has been passed down even to her grandchildren. Another famous quote was, “Doesn’t get any better than that” referring to her Italian heritage. Eileen was one tough Italian beautiful soul admired for her strength and dignity. She was a strong family woman and set amazing standards for her family of how unconditional love and unity looked. Mee Maw, Granny, Mama Cieta, words cannot describe how immensely she will be missed by all!

Eileen is survived by her husband, Neal Thompson, of Sidney, NE., children John Thompson and fiance Beverly Rickard of Sidney, Jacqueline and her husband John Wieser of Sidney, Julie Thompson and her fiance Scot Holcomb of Mesa, Arizona, and Jolene and her husband, John Deer, of Sidney. She had 11 grandchildren including Maria and husband Paul Gillham of Sidney, Jimmy and Melaney Wieser of Sidney , Amelia and Trevor Schuessler of Sidney, Ashley Thompson of Denver, CO, Anthony Isaka of Lincoln, NE, Naomi and husband Jake Bargen of Lincoln, Taylor O’Connell of Lincoln, Garrett Deer of Lincoln, Mitch Deer of Sidney, Autumn Arnett of Sidney, and Angelea Arnett of Lincoln, NE. She is also survived by 8 precious great grandchildren including Owen, William, Benjamin and Evelyn Gillham of Sidney, Eva Schuessler of Sidney, Farrah Wieser of Sidney, and Olivia and Harper Grimm of Denver.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Marguerite Amateis.

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 </figure>Eileen Thompson , 85, of Sidney passed away on Sunday evening, January 15th, 2023 at SRNC Regional West Extended Care in Sidney, where she was called to her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Patrick’s Church on Friday, January 20th at 10:00 A.M. with Father Lou Nollette officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery. The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holecheck-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>) and available to watch after the service. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 P.M. on Thursday, January 19th at Saint Patrick’s church following with a rosary service to begin at 6 P.M. Memorials in Eileen’s name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Thompson family.Eileen M. Amateis was born in Broadwater, Nebraska on February 17, 1937 , to John and Marguerite Amateis. She was an only child. She was raised on a farm in Broadwater and attended school in Broadwater where she graduated in 1954. She met the love of her life, Neal Thompson, on a blind date when she was 15. Following high school, she married Neal Thompson. Together, they lived happily on a farm in Dalton and then moved to Sidney, NE. She drove to Bridgeport from Sidney to work at the Irrigation Office as the head secretary. Then, she proceeded to work for Madsen’s Radio and TV and Safeway. After that, she became the head bookkeeper for Conoco Station, Daylight Donuts, and Dairy Queen all which were successful businesses she and her husband owned. After selling the Dairy Queen, Eileen became the head bookkeeper for her daughter’s business, A Head of Time Hair Salon, for 31 years. Eileen had a wonderful childhood and loved the outdoors. She spoke often of her memories racing her horse bareback. Her mother was an extraordinary cook and Eileen loved eating a whole pie with her dad. As a child, she loved swimming in her stock tanks, fishing, playing with her cousins, and was a real animal lover who would try sneaking her goat into her room to sleep at night. Later on as a wife and mother, Eileen continued to love life! She was very involved with her children being successful in life and was an Italian warrior making sure nobody had hurt them!&nbsp; You did not dare cross that line!! She loved supporting her husband, aka “Toad”, in all of his successful business endeavors. She is remembered for rolling the tortillas at the Dairy Queen for Taco Thursday which was a fond memory of people in the community! She had a passion for planting flowers, proudly showing her children, and decorating her home. She loved antique shopping and fashion. She looked forward to going to hair show’s with her talented daughter, Jolene Deer, and spending time with her in the work environment. She was an empathetic asset to her daughter’s business by being personable with her customers and counseling them in love as they confided in her. Many admired and will remember her kindness and love she displayed. When somebody in the community speaks of Eileen it is always about her beauty and kindness. She was a shining light and loved by so many. There are fond memories of her going to Dallas, Texas to watch some of her daughter, Julie Thompson’s, modeling shoots and who is now an elementary teacher. She was a proud mother and loved when her son, John, a skilled carpenter, would make her benches and birdhouses for her house. Eileen passed on her green thumb, homemaker, and bookkeeping skills to her talented daughter, Jacqueline Wieser. After she retired from A Head of Time, Eileen spent her remaining years at home with Toad. She was inseparable from her husband of 67 years. Together, her children referred to them as the “Notebook”. Neal was Eileen’s caregiver for her remaining years at home with some health ailments that progressed. Their remaining years were spent right next to each other watching their favorite westerns and enjoying family visits. She was known for her famous, “Ai yai ya” comment that has been passed down even to her grandchildren. Another famous quote was, “Doesn’t get any better than that” referring to her Italian heritage. Eileen was one tough Italian beautiful soul admired for her strength and dignity. She was a strong family woman and set amazing standards for her family of how unconditional love and unity looked. Mee Maw, Granny, Mama Cieta, words cannot describe how immensely she will be missed by all!Eileen is survived by her husband, Neal Thompson, of Sidney, NE., children John Thompson and fiance Beverly Rickard of Sidney, Jacqueline and her husband John Wieser of Sidney, Julie Thompson and her fiance Scot Holcomb of Mesa, Arizona, and Jolene and her husband, John Deer, of Sidney. She had 11 grandchildren including Maria and husband Paul Gillham of Sidney, Jimmy and Melaney Wieser of Sidney , Amelia and Trevor Schuessler of Sidney, Ashley Thompson of Denver, CO, Anthony Isaka of Lincoln, NE, Naomi and husband Jake Bargen of Lincoln, Taylor O’Connell of Lincoln, Garrett Deer of Lincoln, Mitch Deer of Sidney, Autumn Arnett of Sidney, and Angelea Arnett of Lincoln, NE. She is also survived by 8 precious great grandchildren including Owen, William, Benjamin and Evelyn Gillham of Sidney, Eva Schuessler of Sidney, Farrah Wieser of Sidney, and Olivia and Harper Grimm of Denver.She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Marguerite Amateis.

Eileen Thompson (1937-2023)

Clara E. Kayser, 94, was received into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 15, 2023, in Lakewood, Colorado. Clara was born on March 7, 1928, in Sugar City, Colorado, the daughter of Conrad and Emma Grasmick.&nbsp; As a child, Clara excelled in school, loved to run and was an integral part of farm life.&nbsp; In 1946, Clara graduated from Sugar City High School.&nbsp; Her family then moved to Denver where she attended Central Business College.&nbsp; She was employed as a secretary and stenographer for Gano-Downs and McKesson &amp; Robbins in downtown Denver.&nbsp; She later relocated with her parents to Greeley, Colorado.&nbsp; Within this time, she also met the love of her life, Dale C. Kayser, of Golden Colorado.&nbsp; They were married on March 13, 1949, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lakewood.&nbsp; This loving union lasted for more than 56 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Dale and Clara made their home in Akron, Colorado, where Dale was part owner of the Gambles Hardware Store.&nbsp; Clara was a homemaker and mother to their four children who were all born in Akron.&nbsp; In 1963, they made their home in Julesburg, Colorado, where Dale was the sole owner of the Gambles Hardware Store.&nbsp; Clara was the primary bookkeeper at the store and relished waiting on customers.&nbsp; Everyone coming into the store really enjoyed Clara’s engaging personality where she had the reputation that she could “sell the paint off the walls”. A dedicated Christian, Clara was very active in the Lutheran Churches in the communities where they lived.&nbsp; She participated in Ladies Aid and was a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.&nbsp; She also taught Sunday School for many, many years when living in Julesburg.&nbsp; Clara was also actively involved in her children’s education in Julesburg and enjoyed being part of the Julesburg PTA along with proudly being a band parent.&nbsp; In 1979, the Kaysers sold their business and moved to Tempe, Arizona, where they really embraced retirement, spending winters in Arizona and summers at their beloved Lake McConaughy in Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1988, the couple decided to relocate permanently east of Lemoyne, Nebraska, living on the north side of Lake McConaughy.&nbsp; Dale and Clara continued to stay active and donated much of their time to the Lutheran Church in Ogallala, delivered Meals on Wheels to those in need and volunteered at the Welcome Center located south of Ogallala, near Interstate 80.&nbsp; Upon Dale’s passing in 2005, Clara moved to Littleton, Colorado, to be closer to her loving family. Clara is survived by three of her children, Dale Kayser Jr. (Trudy) of Sparks, NV, Crystal Frank (Rudy) of Littleton, CO, and Carrie Hale (Dan) of Scottsdale, AZ. She was blessed with 7 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her husband, Dale, her daughter, Diana Kayser, and her grandson, Trevor Kayser.

Private graveside services will be held at Ash Hollow Cemetery.&nbsp; Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, Nebraska, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Clara E. Kayser, 94, was received into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 15, 2023, in Lakewood, Colorado. Clara was born on March 7, 1928, in Sugar City, Colorado, the daughter of Conrad and Emma Grasmick.&nbsp; As a child, Clara excelled in school, loved to run and was an integral part of farm life.&nbsp; In 1946, Clara graduated from Sugar City High School.&nbsp; Her family then moved to Denver where she attended Central Business College.&nbsp; She was employed as a secretary and stenographer for Gano-Downs and McKesson &amp; Robbins in downtown Denver.&nbsp; She later relocated with her parents to Greeley, Colorado.&nbsp; Within this time, she also met the love of her life, Dale C. Kayser, of Golden Colorado.&nbsp; They were married on March 13, 1949, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lakewood.&nbsp; This loving union lasted for more than 56 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Dale and Clara made their home in Akron, Colorado, where Dale was part owner of the Gambles Hardware Store.&nbsp; Clara was a homemaker and mother to their four children who were all born in Akron.&nbsp; In 1963, they made their home in Julesburg, Colorado, where Dale was the sole owner of the Gambles Hardware Store.&nbsp; Clara was the primary bookkeeper at the store and relished waiting on customers.&nbsp; Everyone coming into the store really enjoyed Clara’s engaging personality where she had the reputation that she could “sell the paint off the walls”. A dedicated Christian, Clara was very active in the Lutheran Churches in the communities where they lived.&nbsp; She participated in Ladies Aid and was a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.&nbsp; She also taught Sunday School for many, many years when living in Julesburg.&nbsp; Clara was also actively involved in her children’s education in Julesburg and enjoyed being part of the Julesburg PTA along with proudly being a band parent.&nbsp; In 1979, the Kaysers sold their business and moved to Tempe, Arizona, where they really embraced retirement, spending winters in Arizona and summers at their beloved Lake McConaughy in Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1988, the couple decided to relocate permanently east of Lemoyne, Nebraska, living on the north side of Lake McConaughy.&nbsp; Dale and Clara continued to stay active and donated much of their time to the Lutheran Church in Ogallala, delivered Meals on Wheels to those in need and volunteered at the Welcome Center located south of Ogallala, near Interstate 80.&nbsp; Upon Dale’s passing in 2005, Clara moved to Littleton, Colorado, to be closer to her loving family. Clara is survived by three of her children, Dale Kayser Jr. (Trudy) of Sparks, NV, Crystal Frank (Rudy) of Littleton, CO, and Carrie Hale (Dan) of Scottsdale, AZ. She was blessed with 7 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her husband, Dale, her daughter, Diana Kayser, and her grandson, Trevor Kayser. Private graveside services will be held at Ash Hollow Cemetery.&nbsp; Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, Nebraska, is in charge of arrangements.

Clara E. Kayser (1928-2023)

William "Bill" Richard Schenck, age 92, of McCook, NE passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook.

Bill was born November 3, 1930 in Grand Island, NE to parents Manley Noble and Elsie Harriet (Reed) Schenck.&nbsp; He was one of four siblings.&nbsp; The family moved from Grand Island to North Platte, NE in 1940 and Bill graduated from North Platte Senior High School with the Class of 1948. Bill married the love of his life, Mary Angela (Hoatson) Schenck on August 4, 1954, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sutherland, NE. To this union five children were born.&nbsp; Bill proudly served his country during the Korean War with the 82nd Airborne Division. He enlisted in 1951 and was honorably discharged from Fort Bragg, NC in 1953.&nbsp; For forty-four years, Bill worked for the&nbsp;Nebraska Brand Commissioner as a brand inspector then promoted to a brand investigator. He was a mentor to many. He was stationed at several locations including Omaha, NE and Chicago, IL.&nbsp; He was the past president of the SW Nebraska Peace Officers Association and belonged to several other law enforcement groups within the state as well as nationally and internationally.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed public speaking, speaking to various groups such as the NSP Academy, the Nebraska Law Enforcement Academy and two different Universities in Missouri.&nbsp; In 1987, Bill was elected the Nebraska Delegate to the International Brand and Theft Conference in Calgary, Canada.&nbsp; He also led the Bit and Spur 4-H Horse Club for several years. Bill enjoyed collecting beer cans and bottles, traveling, watching country music shows, attending country music concerts, and reading.&nbsp;

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Schenck; daughter, Karen Hiatt; granddaughter, Amber (Hiatt) Husted; great granddaughter, Lucia Wacker; sisters Mary Ann Benaka and Marjorie Roy; and brother, Dr. John Schenck. Those left to celebrate his life include his children, Joe (Leah) Schenck of Omaha, NE, Monica (Mark) Wacker of McCook, Barbara Schenck of North Platte and Elaine (Jeff) Polly of McCook; son in law, Dennis Hiatt of McCook; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; and a host of extended family members and friends.&nbsp;

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, with Pastor Terry McCorkle officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

William "Bill" Richard Schenck, age 92, of McCook, NE passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook.Bill was born November 3, 1930 in Grand Island, NE to parents Manley Noble and Elsie Harriet (Reed) Schenck.&nbsp; He was one of four siblings.&nbsp; The family moved from Grand Island to North Platte, NE in 1940 and Bill graduated from North Platte Senior High School with the Class of 1948. Bill married the love of his life, Mary Angela (Hoatson) Schenck on August 4, 1954, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sutherland, NE. To this union five children were born.&nbsp; Bill proudly served his country during the Korean War with the 82nd Airborne Division. He enlisted in 1951 and was honorably discharged from Fort Bragg, NC in 1953.&nbsp; For forty-four years, Bill worked for the&nbsp;Nebraska Brand Commissioner as a brand inspector then promoted to a brand investigator. He was a mentor to many. He was stationed at several locations including Omaha, NE and Chicago, IL.&nbsp; He was the past president of the SW Nebraska Peace Officers Association and belonged to several other law enforcement groups within the state as well as nationally and internationally.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed public speaking, speaking to various groups such as the NSP Academy, the Nebraska Law Enforcement Academy and two different Universities in Missouri.&nbsp; In 1987, Bill was elected the Nebraska Delegate to the International Brand and Theft Conference in Calgary, Canada.&nbsp; He also led the Bit and Spur 4-H Horse Club for several years. Bill enjoyed collecting beer cans and bottles, traveling, watching country music shows, attending country music concerts, and reading.&nbsp;Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Schenck; daughter, Karen Hiatt; granddaughter, Amber (Hiatt) Husted; great granddaughter, Lucia Wacker; sisters Mary Ann Benaka and Marjorie Roy; and brother, Dr. John Schenck. Those left to celebrate his life include his children, Joe (Leah) Schenck of Omaha, NE, Monica (Mark) Wacker of McCook, Barbara Schenck of North Platte and Elaine (Jeff) Polly of McCook; son in law, Dennis Hiatt of McCook; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; and a host of extended family members and friends.&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, with Pastor Terry McCorkle officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

William R. "Bill" Schenck (1930-2023)

&nbsp; Richard Carl Johnson completed the 87-year journey of his earthly life, being called to his heavenly home on January 13, 2023. Richard was born in Orchard, NE on March 24, 1935, to Ivar Jr. and Susie (Hasson) Johnson. The middle child of 5 children, Richard grew up in the Royal/Neligh area and graduated in 1952 from Neligh High School. After graduation he moved to Imperial, NE with his family. Richard married Jean (Baldwin) on June 3, 1956 at the United Methodist Church in Imperial, NE. To this union three children were born: David, Susan and Carol. Richard served in the United States Army, stationed in 1957 at Fort Sill in Lawton, OK. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1959. Richard was a member of the American Legion for 52 years. Planning for his future, Richard went to Denver Barber School in 1961, becoming a licensed barber in 1963. He practiced as a barber in Imperial, NE for the next 55 years. In addition to barbering, one could also find Richard working on a clock when there was no one in the barber’s chair. Richard was an active member of his community. He was a member of the local Jaycee Club, the Lions Club, and served on the local planning commission. Richard was baptized in the United Methodist Church. As an active member of the United Methodist Church, Richard served on various boards as well as taught 4th grade Sunday School, teaching each of his children. In his younger years Richard played baseball, and later volunteered as a baseball coach for David and a softball coach for Susan. Richard enjoyed his opportunity to be a rancher after the death of his father-in-law, Perry Baldwin. One of Richard’s favorite pastimes was golf. Whether it was playing a round before church on Sunday, or entering a local tournament, Richard enjoyed his time on the golf course. After the kids were gone, Richard and Jean enjoyed traveling to numerous sites across the United States with sister and brother-in-law, Lucille and Burdette Bauerle, and family friends Jess and Joyce Bernard. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Ivar and Susie, his brother Byron, his sisters Lucille and Nettie, and his brother-in-law Bob Willats. Those left missing him include his wife of 66 years Jean Johnson; son David (Jill Lee) Johnson; daughters Susan (Bart) Goddard, Carol (Marlon) Kunnemann; grandchildren Alex, Kyle, Ayrika Johnson and Colton Lee, Zach Goddard and Elizabeth (Jesse) Landry, Perry Vetter, Abbigail (Kendra) Vetter-Brown and Sydney Vetter, Amber (John) Alvarado, Miles Kunnemann and Kayla (Ben) Washa. Great grandchildren Marcus and Justin Landry, Dutton Vetter and Ellery Brabec, Evan and Emerson Alvarado, Olivia and Addi Washa; sibling Kathryn Willats; brothers-in-law Burdette Bauerle, Clinton Nordhausen; and many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial of your choice in Richard’s honor. Funeral Services will be held Thursday Morning, January 19, 2023, 10:30 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church of Imperial, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday afternoon, January 18, 2023, 2:00 P.M. -6:00 P.M. at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; Richard Carl Johnson completed the 87-year journey of his earthly life, being called to his heavenly home on January 13, 2023. Richard was born in Orchard, NE on March 24, 1935, to Ivar Jr. and Susie (Hasson) Johnson. The middle child of 5 children, Richard grew up in the Royal/Neligh area and graduated in 1952 from Neligh High School. After graduation he moved to Imperial, NE with his family. Richard married Jean (Baldwin) on June 3, 1956 at the United Methodist Church in Imperial, NE. To this union three children were born: David, Susan and Carol. Richard served in the United States Army, stationed in 1957 at Fort Sill in Lawton, OK. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1959. Richard was a member of the American Legion for 52 years. Planning for his future, Richard went to Denver Barber School in 1961, becoming a licensed barber in 1963. He practiced as a barber in Imperial, NE for the next 55 years. In addition to barbering, one could also find Richard working on a clock when there was no one in the barber’s chair. Richard was an active member of his community. He was a member of the local Jaycee Club, the Lions Club, and served on the local planning commission. Richard was baptized in the United Methodist Church. As an active member of the United Methodist Church, Richard served on various boards as well as taught 4th grade Sunday School, teaching each of his children. In his younger years Richard played baseball, and later volunteered as a baseball coach for David and a softball coach for Susan. Richard enjoyed his opportunity to be a rancher after the death of his father-in-law, Perry Baldwin. One of Richard’s favorite pastimes was golf. Whether it was playing a round before church on Sunday, or entering a local tournament, Richard enjoyed his time on the golf course. After the kids were gone, Richard and Jean enjoyed traveling to numerous sites across the United States with sister and brother-in-law, Lucille and Burdette Bauerle, and family friends Jess and Joyce Bernard. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Ivar and Susie, his brother Byron, his sisters Lucille and Nettie, and his brother-in-law Bob Willats. Those left missing him include his wife of 66 years Jean Johnson; son David (Jill Lee) Johnson; daughters Susan (Bart) Goddard, Carol (Marlon) Kunnemann; grandchildren Alex, Kyle, Ayrika Johnson and Colton Lee, Zach Goddard and Elizabeth (Jesse) Landry, Perry Vetter, Abbigail (Kendra) Vetter-Brown and Sydney Vetter, Amber (John) Alvarado, Miles Kunnemann and Kayla (Ben) Washa. Great grandchildren Marcus and Justin Landry, Dutton Vetter and Ellery Brabec, Evan and Emerson Alvarado, Olivia and Addi Washa; sibling Kathryn Willats; brothers-in-law Burdette Bauerle, Clinton Nordhausen; and many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial of your choice in Richard’s honor. Funeral Services will be held Thursday Morning, January 19, 2023, 10:30 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church of Imperial, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday afternoon, January 18, 2023, 2:00 P.M. -6:00 P.M. at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Richard C Johnson (1935-2023)

Rick Leibert, age 65, of Sargent, Nebraska passed away on January 13, 2023 at the UNMC in Omaha, Nebraska.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary's Catholic Church in Sargent, Nebraska with Father Jim Hunt officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Sargent.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Sargent Rescue &amp; Fire or the donor's choice.&nbsp; A visitation will take place on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. until service time.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

After graduating from high school in Sargent, he attended Peru State College where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business.&nbsp; Upon graduating, Rick lived in St. Louis, Missouri and worked as an auditor for Site Oil Company.&nbsp; After three&nbsp; years, he returned home to farm with his Uncle Marlin.

In 1984, Rick and Rosemary Smolik were married.&nbsp; They made their home on a family farm northwest of Sargent, Nebraska.&nbsp; To this union, one son, Eric, was born.

Rick was passionate about the farm.&nbsp; He liked to teach the grandchildren and show them around the farm.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with family and watching sports.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rick enjoyed car races, visiting, fishing at the campground, and playing cards with his dad, brothers, Steve, Tim, and Terry, and their families.

April 19, 2022, Rick was grateful to receive a bilateral lung transplant at UNMC in Omaha.

Rick is survived by his wife, Rosemary of Sargent, Nebraska; son, Eric (Sarah) Leibert of Berwyn, Nebraska; grandchildren, Damian Hill, Shasta &amp; Miah Handley, Ryder, Eric and Victor Leibert, Trinity Bruha, Izaiah Frye, and Estelle Leibert; brothers Tim (Terri) Leibert and Terry (Terese) Leibert; sister-in-law, Linda Leibert; brother-in-law, John Smolik; aunts coni Bomberger, Gaylean (Clifford) Olson, and Vicki (Chuck) McCarty; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Steve Leibert; sister-in-law, Yvonne Leibert; and uncles Marlin Bomberger and Reid Wells.

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 </figure>Rick Leibert, age 65, of Sargent, Nebraska passed away on January 13, 2023 at the UNMC in Omaha, Nebraska.Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary's Catholic Church in Sargent, Nebraska with Father Jim Hunt officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Sargent.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Sargent Rescue &amp; Fire or the donor's choice.&nbsp; A visitation will take place on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. until service time.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.After graduating from high school in Sargent, he attended Peru State College where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business.&nbsp; Upon graduating, Rick lived in St. Louis, Missouri and worked as an auditor for Site Oil Company.&nbsp; After three&nbsp; years, he returned home to farm with his Uncle Marlin.In 1984, Rick and Rosemary Smolik were married.&nbsp; They made their home on a family farm northwest of Sargent, Nebraska.&nbsp; To this union, one son, Eric, was born.Rick was passionate about the farm.&nbsp; He liked to teach the grandchildren and show them around the farm.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with family and watching sports.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rick enjoyed car races, visiting, fishing at the campground, and playing cards with his dad, brothers, Steve, Tim, and Terry, and their families.April 19, 2022, Rick was grateful to receive a bilateral lung transplant at UNMC in Omaha.Rick is survived by his wife, Rosemary of Sargent, Nebraska; son, Eric (Sarah) Leibert of Berwyn, Nebraska; grandchildren, Damian Hill, Shasta &amp; Miah Handley, Ryder, Eric and Victor Leibert, Trinity Bruha, Izaiah Frye, and Estelle Leibert; brothers Tim (Terri) Leibert and Terry (Terese) Leibert; sister-in-law, Linda Leibert; brother-in-law, John Smolik; aunts coni Bomberger, Gaylean (Clifford) Olson, and Vicki (Chuck) McCarty; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Rick was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Steve Leibert; sister-in-law, Yvonne Leibert; and uncles Marlin Bomberger and Reid Wells.

Rick Leibert  (1957-2023)

LaMetta Marie (Grayek) Hampton passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 91 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She passed away in peace and in little pain.

LaMetta Seevers was born on October 26, 1931, to Robert (Bus) Milton Seevers Jr. and Gladyce Hazel Seevers in their home in Ortello Valley. Ortello Valley was northwest of the current city of Merna, Nebraska. She was born in the same room as her daddy was born. Dr. John Morrow delivered her to this world. Her parents moved the family to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and then back to Nebraska where she lived most of her life. LaMetta married Raymond Louis Grayek on August 24, 1950, in Oconto at St. Mary's Catholic Church by Father Wachtrle. The marriage bestowed 7 children on the union: Phillyis (Craig) Welliver, Nancy (James) Hollingsworth, Cynthia "Raylene" (Robert) Brinkmeyer, Allan, Brian (Christine Greyson), Virginia (Logan Emery) Maring, and Kendra (Gary) Hampton. The family moved to Carna, Washington in 1960, then back to Nebraska in 1966.

LaMetta married Harvey Hampton on September 21, 1985. She was best remembered for her 18 years of service at the local Walmart in Lexington. She is well remembered for wanting to learn everybody's name, and their children's that walked through the door so she could greet them by name next time. Harvey Hampton passed away on September 11, 2009.

She was predeceased by all her immediate family; her parents (Robert "Bus" Milton Seever, Gladyce Hazel Wolverton/Seevers), her sisters; Winona "Noni" (Bill Robb), Roberta "Bert" (Roger Bice), Bonnie (Robert "Bob" Cochrane). Also predeceased in death by son-in-laws; Paul Refior, George "Tuck" Refior, Logan Emery Maring, and her great-grandson, Logan Admiral Maring.

LaMetta is survived by all her 7 children, 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cozad Bible Church in Cozad, Nebraska with Paston J.C. Calhoun officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, Nebraska.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>LaMetta Marie (Grayek) Hampton passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022, in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 91 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She passed away in peace and in little pain.LaMetta Seevers was born on October 26, 1931, to Robert (Bus) Milton Seevers Jr. and Gladyce Hazel Seevers in their home in Ortello Valley. Ortello Valley was northwest of the current city of Merna, Nebraska. She was born in the same room as her daddy was born. Dr. John Morrow delivered her to this world. Her parents moved the family to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and then back to Nebraska where she lived most of her life. LaMetta married Raymond Louis Grayek on August 24, 1950, in Oconto at St. Mary's Catholic Church by Father Wachtrle. The marriage bestowed 7 children on the union: Phillyis (Craig) Welliver, Nancy (James) Hollingsworth, Cynthia "Raylene" (Robert) Brinkmeyer, Allan, Brian (Christine Greyson), Virginia (Logan Emery) Maring, and Kendra (Gary) Hampton. The family moved to Carna, Washington in 1960, then back to Nebraska in 1966.LaMetta married Harvey Hampton on September 21, 1985. She was best remembered for her 18 years of service at the local Walmart in Lexington. She is well remembered for wanting to learn everybody's name, and their children's that walked through the door so she could greet them by name next time. Harvey Hampton passed away on September 11, 2009.She was predeceased by all her immediate family; her parents (Robert "Bus" Milton Seever, Gladyce Hazel Wolverton/Seevers), her sisters; Winona "Noni" (Bill Robb), Roberta "Bert" (Roger Bice), Bonnie (Robert "Bob" Cochrane). Also predeceased in death by son-in-laws; Paul Refior, George "Tuck" Refior, Logan Emery Maring, and her great-grandson, Logan Admiral Maring.LaMetta is survived by all her 7 children, 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cozad Bible Church in Cozad, Nebraska with Paston J.C. Calhoun officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, Nebraska.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com&nbsp;

LaMetta Seevers Grayek Hampton (1931-2022)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Sargent First Class Alexander Feeney, age 33, passed away on January 5, 2023 at Fort Hood, Texas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alexander Michael Feeney was born on April 18, 1989 and raised in Maxwell, Nebraska by his father, Tom, and other close family, along with his five siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex graduated from Maxwell High School in 2008 and joined the United States Army in May of 2009, where he served Honorable until his last day. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In November of 2009, Alex married his high school sweetheart, Roxanna Ashlee, with whom he shared four beautiful children.&nbsp; Together they enjoyed traveling and adventures, spending many hours hiking in the Northwest woods. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex enjoyed the outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing with his Grandpa Feeney.&nbsp; He loved sports and often played on teams with men from his unit.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex was the life of every party and made it his mission in life to bring laughter to all he could.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was a dedicated soldier and leader.&nbsp; Alex was a loving husband, father, son and friend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was loved by all who knew him, he touched many lives, and will be greatly missed, more than words can say. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex is survived by his wife, Roxanna; sons, Aiden, Benson, and Carson; daughter, Dyllan; father, Tom Feeney; brothers, Aaron, Drew and Bryce; sister, Brittany; aunts, Judy and Terre; uncles, Matt and Tim; cousins, Eamonn and Kyer Feeney, Jaylon Sturdivant all of Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his sister, Amber Robirds-Feeney; and his grandparents, John &amp; Joyce Feeney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska with full military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Sargent First Class Alexander Feeney, age 33, passed away on January 5, 2023 at Fort Hood, Texas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alexander Michael Feeney was born on April 18, 1989 and raised in Maxwell, Nebraska by his father, Tom, and other close family, along with his five siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex graduated from Maxwell High School in 2008 and joined the United States Army in May of 2009, where he served Honorable until his last day. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In November of 2009, Alex married his high school sweetheart, Roxanna Ashlee, with whom he shared four beautiful children.&nbsp; Together they enjoyed traveling and adventures, spending many hours hiking in the Northwest woods. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex enjoyed the outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing with his Grandpa Feeney.&nbsp; He loved sports and often played on teams with men from his unit.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex was the life of every party and made it his mission in life to bring laughter to all he could.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was a dedicated soldier and leader.&nbsp; Alex was a loving husband, father, son and friend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was loved by all who knew him, he touched many lives, and will be greatly missed, more than words can say. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alex is survived by his wife, Roxanna; sons, Aiden, Benson, and Carson; daughter, Dyllan; father, Tom Feeney; brothers, Aaron, Drew and Bryce; sister, Brittany; aunts, Judy and Terre; uncles, Matt and Tim; cousins, Eamonn and Kyer Feeney, Jaylon Sturdivant all of Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his sister, Amber Robirds-Feeney; and his grandparents, John &amp; Joyce Feeney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska with full military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Alexander Michael Feeney  (1989-2023)

Leo Robert Linabery, age 90, of Valentine, NE passed away on January 12, 2023.&nbsp; Leo was born on March 25, 1932 to Mervin and Kate (Brinda) Linabery on his grandparents homestead in rural Cherry County, Nebraska, 5 miles north of Valentine, NE. Leo was named after his uncle Leo Brinda that was killed in France during WWI. Leo grew up in the Midway/Olsonville community in southern Todd County, SD on the ranch with his parents.&nbsp; Most of his family and friends called him Sonny when he was growing up.&nbsp; Leo graduated from Valentine High School in 1950. Leo stayed with his parents on the ranch until he was drafted into the army during the Korean War in 1953 and was honorably discharged in 1955. After the Army, he moved back to the ranch.

Leo was united in marriage to Ruth Morgan on March 22, 1959, celebrating 60 years of marriage.&nbsp; Leo and Ruth had two sons and one daughter, Brad, Monte and Misty.&nbsp; In 1964, Leo and Ruth moved to the Rosebud/Lakeview area and established a new ranch.&nbsp; Leo prided himself in raising the best cattle in the county and in having the best pastures.&nbsp; In 1986, Leo was awarded the Todd County Range Man of the Year.&nbsp; Leo was an avid history buff and loved reading anything non-fiction, especially western and military history.&nbsp; He would often make side visits to find historical locations whenever he traveled in the area.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking side roads to see something new.&nbsp; Leo loved horses and always had a few colts out in the pasture.&nbsp; He usually chose the rankest for himself because they made the best cow horses.&nbsp; Leo was willing to take anyone in and give them a job and teach them how to ride, work cows and learn how to ranch. Leo and Ruth moved to town in 2019, but Leo still went to the ranch whenever he could.

Leo is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Ruth, his parents, Mervin and Kate, and his brother Clinton.

Leo is survived by his children Brad (Laurie) of Fairmont, NE; Monte (Kathy) of rural Todd County, and Misty Hays (Jerry) of Dickinson, ND; his eight grandchildren, Trent Linabery (Kelsey) of Henderson, NE; Shayde Linabery (Katie) of McCool Junction, NE; Kassidy Linabery of Lincoln, NE; Leah (Wade) Burback of Casper, WY; Morgan (John) Shepherd &nbsp;of Douglas, WY, Jacey Hays of Wall, SD; Trace Hays of Moorhead, MN and Jamie Hays of Dickinson, ND; five great grandchildren, Hudson, Pieper, Leo and Brooks Linabery and Heston Shepherd; one sister Luree Lien of North Platte, NE and sister-in-law Karen Potter of Valentine, NE.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 5-9 pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines, in Valentine, NE, with family receiving friends at 7:00 PM.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 2 pm at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine followed by interment in Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the VFW Leo Brinda Post 90.

Sandoz' Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Leo Robert Linabery, age 90, of Valentine, NE passed away on January 12, 2023.&nbsp; Leo was born on March 25, 1932 to Mervin and Kate (Brinda) Linabery on his grandparents homestead in rural Cherry County, Nebraska, 5 miles north of Valentine, NE. Leo was named after his uncle Leo Brinda that was killed in France during WWI. Leo grew up in the Midway/Olsonville community in southern Todd County, SD on the ranch with his parents.&nbsp; Most of his family and friends called him Sonny when he was growing up.&nbsp; Leo graduated from Valentine High School in 1950. Leo stayed with his parents on the ranch until he was drafted into the army during the Korean War in 1953 and was honorably discharged in 1955. After the Army, he moved back to the ranch.Leo was united in marriage to Ruth Morgan on March 22, 1959, celebrating 60 years of marriage.&nbsp; Leo and Ruth had two sons and one daughter, Brad, Monte and Misty.&nbsp; In 1964, Leo and Ruth moved to the Rosebud/Lakeview area and established a new ranch.&nbsp; Leo prided himself in raising the best cattle in the county and in having the best pastures.&nbsp; In 1986, Leo was awarded the Todd County Range Man of the Year.&nbsp; Leo was an avid history buff and loved reading anything non-fiction, especially western and military history.&nbsp; He would often make side visits to find historical locations whenever he traveled in the area.&nbsp; He enjoyed taking side roads to see something new.&nbsp; Leo loved horses and always had a few colts out in the pasture.&nbsp; He usually chose the rankest for himself because they made the best cow horses.&nbsp; Leo was willing to take anyone in and give them a job and teach them how to ride, work cows and learn how to ranch. Leo and Ruth moved to town in 2019, but Leo still went to the ranch whenever he could.Leo is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Ruth, his parents, Mervin and Kate, and his brother Clinton.Leo is survived by his children Brad (Laurie) of Fairmont, NE; Monte (Kathy) of rural Todd County, and Misty Hays (Jerry) of Dickinson, ND; his eight grandchildren, Trent Linabery (Kelsey) of Henderson, NE; Shayde Linabery (Katie) of McCool Junction, NE; Kassidy Linabery of Lincoln, NE; Leah (Wade) Burback of Casper, WY; Morgan (John) Shepherd &nbsp;of Douglas, WY, Jacey Hays of Wall, SD; Trace Hays of Moorhead, MN and Jamie Hays of Dickinson, ND; five great grandchildren, Hudson, Pieper, Leo and Brooks Linabery and Heston Shepherd; one sister Luree Lien of North Platte, NE and sister-in-law Karen Potter of Valentine, NE.Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 5-9 pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines, in Valentine, NE, with family receiving friends at 7:00 PM.Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 2 pm at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine followed by interment in Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the VFW Leo Brinda Post 90.Sandoz' Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

Leo Robert Linabery  (1932-2023)

Karen Louise (Lucas) Doetker was born on July 2, 1955 to Kenneth and Tillie (Sinka) Lucas in Lamar, Colorado, the third of five children.&nbsp; She passed away on January 13, 2023 with family by her side.

During her youth, Karen was involved in 4-H and FFA, and enjoyed life on the farm.&nbsp; The family moved to Wauneta, Nebraska in 1970 where she graduated from high school.

On June 5, 1976, Karen married Loren Doetker.&nbsp; The couple lived on a farm southeast of Wauneta.&nbsp; Over the years, Karen worked as an aide in the Wauneta School Library, a CNA at the Heritage of Wauneta, and numerous positions at Wal-Mart in both McCook and North Platte in Nebraska.&nbsp; She shared her joy of 4-H with her daughters, teaching them to sew and ripping out many a seam.&nbsp; Karen enjoyed her grandchildren the most, and loved seeing them every chance she got.

Karen was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth; her husband, Loren; and infant daughter, Christina.

Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, Tillie Lucas of Wauneta, Nebraska; her daughters, Lisa (Russ) Schaffert of Culbertson, Nebraska, Kay Markut of McCook, Nebraska, and Michell Doetker of Sidney, Nebraska; grandchildren, Hayden, Evan, Beau, Nicholas, Aaliyah, Christina, and Hailea; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and a host of friends.

Funeral services for Karen will be held on Friday morning, January 20, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time at the Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, Nebraska with a private family burial at Eden Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; There will be no visitation as her wishes of cremation will be honored.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the Wauneta Ambulance/EMS or Wauneta Care &amp; Therapy Center in Karen's honor.

Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Karen Louise (Lucas) Doetker was born on July 2, 1955 to Kenneth and Tillie (Sinka) Lucas in Lamar, Colorado, the third of five children.&nbsp; She passed away on January 13, 2023 with family by her side.During her youth, Karen was involved in 4-H and FFA, and enjoyed life on the farm.&nbsp; The family moved to Wauneta, Nebraska in 1970 where she graduated from high school.On June 5, 1976, Karen married Loren Doetker.&nbsp; The couple lived on a farm southeast of Wauneta.&nbsp; Over the years, Karen worked as an aide in the Wauneta School Library, a CNA at the Heritage of Wauneta, and numerous positions at Wal-Mart in both McCook and North Platte in Nebraska.&nbsp; She shared her joy of 4-H with her daughters, teaching them to sew and ripping out many a seam.&nbsp; Karen enjoyed her grandchildren the most, and loved seeing them every chance she got.Karen was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth; her husband, Loren; and infant daughter, Christina.Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, Tillie Lucas of Wauneta, Nebraska; her daughters, Lisa (Russ) Schaffert of Culbertson, Nebraska, Kay Markut of McCook, Nebraska, and Michell Doetker of Sidney, Nebraska; grandchildren, Hayden, Evan, Beau, Nicholas, Aaliyah, Christina, and Hailea; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and a host of friends.Funeral services for Karen will be held on Friday morning, January 20, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time at the Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, Nebraska with a private family burial at Eden Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; There will be no visitation as her wishes of cremation will be honored.In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the Wauneta Ambulance/EMS or Wauneta Care &amp; Therapy Center in Karen's honor.Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

Karen Louise Doetker  (1955-2023)

Darryl Edward Howard was born December 10, 1946, in Imperial, Nebraska, to LaVeta (Bernard) and Johnnie Edward Howard. He grew up on a farm west of Hayes Center, Nebraska, where he attended school and graduated from Hayes Center High School with the class of 1965. Darryl continued his education at McCook Community College in McCook, Nebraska where he majored in agriculture. On August 12, 1967, Darryl married Ronda Troutman in McCook, Nebraska, and the couple first settled in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Darryl was inducted in the U.S. Army on February 20, 1968, where he served his country in Vietnam, raising to the rank of Sergeant, until his honorable discharge on September 23, 1969. After returning home Darryl and Ronda farmed in several locations near Stratton and Palisade in Nebraska. They later made Wauneta, Nebraska their home until present. Darryl, along with farming, began a livestock trucking operation, including his sons Nick and J.J., which is known as DNJ Trucking. Darryl was a member of the VFW and the American Legion of Palisade, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He especially loved spending time with his family. Darryl passed away Wednesday night, January 11, 2023, at his home in Wauneta. He was 76 years of age. Darryl was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Ronda of Wauneta, Nebraska; sons Nick Howard of Palisade, Nebraska and J.J. Howard of Goodland, Kansas; one granddaughter, Casee Tobiasson (Josh) of Maywood, Nebraska; 2 great-grandchildren, Dallas and Zoey Tobiasson of Maywood, Nebraska; and a brother-in-law, Gary Troutman (Marie) of Littleton, Colorado.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday afternoon, January 18, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time at the Palisade Cemetery in Palisade, Nebraska with full military honors.

A memorial in Darryl's memory has been suggested to the donor's choice.

<figure>
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 </figure>Darryl Edward Howard was born December 10, 1946, in Imperial, Nebraska, to LaVeta (Bernard) and Johnnie Edward Howard. He grew up on a farm west of Hayes Center, Nebraska, where he attended school and graduated from Hayes Center High School with the class of 1965. Darryl continued his education at McCook Community College in McCook, Nebraska where he majored in agriculture. On August 12, 1967, Darryl married Ronda Troutman in McCook, Nebraska, and the couple first settled in Hayes Center, Nebraska. Darryl was inducted in the U.S. Army on February 20, 1968, where he served his country in Vietnam, raising to the rank of Sergeant, until his honorable discharge on September 23, 1969. After returning home Darryl and Ronda farmed in several locations near Stratton and Palisade in Nebraska. They later made Wauneta, Nebraska their home until present. Darryl, along with farming, began a livestock trucking operation, including his sons Nick and J.J., which is known as DNJ Trucking. Darryl was a member of the VFW and the American Legion of Palisade, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He especially loved spending time with his family. Darryl passed away Wednesday night, January 11, 2023, at his home in Wauneta. He was 76 years of age. Darryl was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Ronda of Wauneta, Nebraska; sons Nick Howard of Palisade, Nebraska and J.J. Howard of Goodland, Kansas; one granddaughter, Casee Tobiasson (Josh) of Maywood, Nebraska; 2 great-grandchildren, Dallas and Zoey Tobiasson of Maywood, Nebraska; and a brother-in-law, Gary Troutman (Marie) of Littleton, Colorado.Graveside services will be held on Wednesday afternoon, January 18, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time at the Palisade Cemetery in Palisade, Nebraska with full military honors.A memorial in Darryl's memory has been suggested to the donor's choice.Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

Darryl Edward Howard  (1946-2023)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ronald L. "Ron" Sabata, age 81, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on January 11, 2023.&nbsp; Ron was born on May 30, 1941 in David City, Nebraska to Frank and Evangeline (Mazanec) Sabata.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ron served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for 20 years.&nbsp; He was a realtor for Caldwell Banker and raised registered Black Angus cattle.&nbsp; Ron was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, past president of Nebraska Realtor's Association and was very active in the Nebraska Angus Cattle Association. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Family members include his brother, Val(Deanna) Sabata; nephew, Brian (Sarah) Sabata; sister, Marlene (Joe) Rerucha; and niece and nephew, Jennifer Siefkes and Mark Rerucha. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at roperandsons.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Roper &amp; Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 17, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 7900 Trendwood Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at the Omaha National Cemetery in Omaha, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roper and Sons Funeral Home of Lincoln, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ronald L. "Ron" Sabata, age 81, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on January 11, 2023.&nbsp; Ron was born on May 30, 1941 in David City, Nebraska to Frank and Evangeline (Mazanec) Sabata.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ron served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for 20 years.&nbsp; He was a realtor for Caldwell Banker and raised registered Black Angus cattle.&nbsp; Ron was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, past president of Nebraska Realtor's Association and was very active in the Nebraska Angus Cattle Association. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Family members include his brother, Val(Deanna) Sabata; nephew, Brian (Sarah) Sabata; sister, Marlene (Joe) Rerucha; and niece and nephew, Jennifer Siefkes and Mark Rerucha. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at roperandsons.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Roper &amp; Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 17, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 7900 Trendwood Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at the Omaha National Cemetery in Omaha, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roper and Sons Funeral Home of Lincoln, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Ronald L. 'Ron' Sabata  (1941-2023)

Mary Mora James was born June 29, 1924, to Emilio and María Mora in Winfield, Kansas. She passed away at her home in North Platte, Nebraska on December 31, 2022, at the age of 98.

Mary grew up in Salem, Kansas, until her family moved to Colorado then to Nebraska. As a youngster, Mary worked as a farm worker in the sugar beet fields outside of Hershey, Nebraska.

In 1951, while Mary was working as a waitress at the Knotty Pine Café, she met Raymond James, the love of her life. They were married on September 6, 1951, in Lexington, Nebraska and they settled in North Platte. Mary and Raymond had six children and were happily married for 68 years when he passed away in 2019.

Mary was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Her immediate and extended family were parishioners of the church. Mary loved her Catholic faith, and she instilled in her children and grandchildren a deep reverence for the sacred and the holy in our everyday lives. She particularly enjoyed taking her grandchildren to Saturday evening mass and teaching them how to pray the rosary. Mary had a communal view about her faith, and she passionately believed in the communion of saints and that our souls are bound to each other, the living, and the dead, in joyful anticipation of being united together with a loving God.

Mary's presence will be sadly missed by her bereaved family. She leaves behind to mourn her passing, her two loving sisters, Margaret Mora and Thelma (LaVerne) Ehlers of North Platte. In addition, she leaves her six children: Shirl Mora James, Laurence James, of Lincoln, Nebraska; Randall (Kimberly) James of Hickman, Nebraska; LaVerne (Bonnie) James and Raymond D. (LaDonna) James of North Platte, Nebraska; and LeRoy (Jody) James of Deer Park, Washington. Finally, Mary also leaves 18 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren, her nieces and nephews, as well other cherished family members from Nebraska, Colorado, South Carolina, California, Texas and New Mexico.

Mary was preceded in death by her mother and father, Maria and Emilio Mora, her loving husband, Raymond; seven brothers, Simon, Joe, Frank, Dean, Martin, Laurence and Angel Mora; daughter-in-law, Avril James; her granddaughter, Megan Lynn James; and other extended family members.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska with Father Jonathan Sorensen officiating. Rosary service will begin at 9:30 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 10 a.m. Inurnment will be at a later date. The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Mary Mora James was born June 29, 1924, to Emilio and María Mora in Winfield, Kansas. She passed away at her home in North Platte, Nebraska on December 31, 2022, at the age of 98.Mary grew up in Salem, Kansas, until her family moved to Colorado then to Nebraska. As a youngster, Mary worked as a farm worker in the sugar beet fields outside of Hershey, Nebraska.In 1951, while Mary was working as a waitress at the Knotty Pine Café, she met Raymond James, the love of her life. They were married on September 6, 1951, in Lexington, Nebraska and they settled in North Platte. Mary and Raymond had six children and were happily married for 68 years when he passed away in 2019.Mary was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Her immediate and extended family were parishioners of the church. Mary loved her Catholic faith, and she instilled in her children and grandchildren a deep reverence for the sacred and the holy in our everyday lives. She particularly enjoyed taking her grandchildren to Saturday evening mass and teaching them how to pray the rosary. Mary had a communal view about her faith, and she passionately believed in the communion of saints and that our souls are bound to each other, the living, and the dead, in joyful anticipation of being united together with a loving God.Mary's presence will be sadly missed by her bereaved family. She leaves behind to mourn her passing, her two loving sisters, Margaret Mora and Thelma (LaVerne) Ehlers of North Platte. In addition, she leaves her six children: Shirl Mora James, Laurence James, of Lincoln, Nebraska; Randall (Kimberly) James of Hickman, Nebraska; LaVerne (Bonnie) James and Raymond D. (LaDonna) James of North Platte, Nebraska; and LeRoy (Jody) James of Deer Park, Washington. Finally, Mary also leaves 18 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren, her nieces and nephews, as well other cherished family members from Nebraska, Colorado, South Carolina, California, Texas and New Mexico.Mary was preceded in death by her mother and father, Maria and Emilio Mora, her loving husband, Raymond; seven brothers, Simon, Joe, Frank, Dean, Martin, Laurence and Angel Mora; daughter-in-law, Avril James; her granddaughter, Megan Lynn James; and other extended family members.Services will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska with Father Jonathan Sorensen officiating. Rosary service will begin at 9:30 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 10 a.m. Inurnment will be at a later date. The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Mora James  (1924-2022)

Ethel Jane Kinnan of Cozad, Nebraska passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 at Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad at the age of 91.

Jane, the first of three daughters, was born on June 12, 1931 at Cozad, Nebraska to Robert and Fern (Griffith) Good.&nbsp; Always known as Jane, she attended Cozad schools until her graduation in 1949.&nbsp; Following high-school, she studied music at Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Don Kinnan on August 19, 1951.&nbsp; During Don’s time in the U. S. Army, the couple lived in Manhattan, Kansas.

Don and Jane had three boys; Greg (1954), Wade (1956), and Lane (1959).&nbsp; Don returned from the Korean War shortly after Greg’s birth and the couple resided on the family farm from then until November 2022 when they moved to Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad.

Jane was active in many clubs and community organizations.&nbsp; Included were the Presbyterian Church, bridge club, garden club, PEO, Circle, Woman’s Club, and the Robert Henri Museum where she was an original member of the Board of Directors.&nbsp; She taught music at several country schools for many years.

Jane enjoyed her family, faithfully attending the events of children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She belonged to several bridge clubs and loved the social interaction of the game.&nbsp; There was always a book or two she was working on as well as newspapers, magazines, and crossword puzzles.

Jane started playing the piano at the Presbyterian Church in 1946 and continued by playing the organ, when one was later purchased by the church.&nbsp; She provided music for the church for over 70 years, a source of great pride.&nbsp; During some of those years there were others who played the organ. When that happened, the organists shared duties. When Jane was not playing, she sang in the church choir. She provided music for numerous weddings and funerals through the years.&nbsp; Jane also was involved in church leadership and bible school teaching.

Don and Jane loved to travel, both domestic and abroad.&nbsp; In later years they were involved in RV life, belonging to both local, state, and national organizations as well as the local car club. She loved University of Nebraska football and volleyball and attended those events.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents; Robert and Fern Good; sisters; Carolyn Irby and Mynette Komarek; and niece Cindy Irby.

She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Don Kinnan of Cozad, NE;&nbsp; brother-in-law Bill Irby of Columbus, NE; brother-in-law Chan Komarek of Grand Island, NE; sons, Greg Kinnan (Lynne) of Fort Worth, TX, Wade Kinnan (Judy) of Cozad, NE, and Lane Kinnan (Cindy) of Cozad, NE; four grand-children, Brandon Kinnan (Shannon) of Gretna, NE, Corey Kinnan (Andrea) of Omaha, NE, Jordan Kinnan (Ashley) of Cozad, NE, and Justin Kinnan (Sheena) of Cozad, NE;&nbsp; eight great grandchildren, Liliana Kinnan, Isabel Kinnan, and Claire Kinnan of Gretna, Parker Kinnan, Averie Kinnan, Porter Kinnan, Meyer Kinnan, and Margaret Kinnan of&nbsp; Cozad, NE.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. 

Services will be Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Burial will follow at Cozad Cemetery. Visitation with family present will be Monday, January 16, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, NE.

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 </figure>Ethel Jane Kinnan of Cozad, Nebraska passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 at Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad at the age of 91.Jane, the first of three daughters, was born on June 12, 1931 at Cozad, Nebraska to Robert and Fern (Griffith) Good.&nbsp; Always known as Jane, she attended Cozad schools until her graduation in 1949.&nbsp; Following high-school, she studied music at Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Don Kinnan on August 19, 1951.&nbsp; During Don’s time in the U. S. Army, the couple lived in Manhattan, Kansas.Don and Jane had three boys; Greg (1954), Wade (1956), and Lane (1959).&nbsp; Don returned from the Korean War shortly after Greg’s birth and the couple resided on the family farm from then until November 2022 when they moved to Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad.Jane was active in many clubs and community organizations.&nbsp; Included were the Presbyterian Church, bridge club, garden club, PEO, Circle, Woman’s Club, and the Robert Henri Museum where she was an original member of the Board of Directors.&nbsp; She taught music at several country schools for many years.Jane enjoyed her family, faithfully attending the events of children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She belonged to several bridge clubs and loved the social interaction of the game.&nbsp; There was always a book or two she was working on as well as newspapers, magazines, and crossword puzzles.Jane started playing the piano at the Presbyterian Church in 1946 and continued by playing the organ, when one was later purchased by the church.&nbsp; She provided music for the church for over 70 years, a source of great pride.&nbsp; During some of those years there were others who played the organ. When that happened, the organists shared duties. When Jane was not playing, she sang in the church choir. She provided music for numerous weddings and funerals through the years.&nbsp; Jane also was involved in church leadership and bible school teaching.Don and Jane loved to travel, both domestic and abroad.&nbsp; In later years they were involved in RV life, belonging to both local, state, and national organizations as well as the local car club. She loved University of Nebraska football and volleyball and attended those events.Jane was preceded in death by her parents; Robert and Fern Good; sisters; Carolyn Irby and Mynette Komarek; and niece Cindy Irby.She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Don Kinnan of Cozad, NE;&nbsp; brother-in-law Bill Irby of Columbus, NE; brother-in-law Chan Komarek of Grand Island, NE; sons, Greg Kinnan (Lynne) of Fort Worth, TX, Wade Kinnan (Judy) of Cozad, NE, and Lane Kinnan (Cindy) of Cozad, NE; four grand-children, Brandon Kinnan (Shannon) of Gretna, NE, Corey Kinnan (Andrea) of Omaha, NE, Jordan Kinnan (Ashley) of Cozad, NE, and Justin Kinnan (Sheena) of Cozad, NE;&nbsp; eight great grandchildren, Liliana Kinnan, Isabel Kinnan, and Claire Kinnan of Gretna, Parker Kinnan, Averie Kinnan, Porter Kinnan, Meyer Kinnan, and Margaret Kinnan of&nbsp; Cozad, NE.Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Burial will follow at Cozad Cemetery. Visitation with family present will be Monday, January 16, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, NE.

Jane Kinnan  (1931-2023)

On Friday, January 13, 2023, Richard Mervin Fowler, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 79.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard was born on August 4, 1943, in Broken Bow, Nebraska to John Mervin and Evelyn Margaret (Smith) Fowler.&nbsp; He grew up on the family ranch south of Brewster, Nebraska in Blaine County. Through the influence of his parents, especially his mother, Richard accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior at the age of four.&nbsp; As a family, they attended Milburn Community Church where Richard’s spiritual life grew.&nbsp; As a youth, he attended Homeward Trail Bible Camp in Mason City, Nebraska which also had an impact on his life. &nbsp;Richard graduated from Brewster High School in 1961, then attended Grace Bible Institute in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Richard married the love of his life, Joyce Ann Rhoades, on July 14, 1963, in Dunning, Nebraska. They raised a daughter, Precious Joy, and a son, Emmitt Richard.

Richard and Joyce truly loved the ranch life, raising registered Hereford cattle and&nbsp;in 1975 they were honored as an “outstanding farm and ranch couple” at the Nebraska Agriculture Progress Conference. &nbsp;Richard especially enjoyed the annual Fowler bull sales and working to improve his herd and pastureland. Richard and Joyce were an integral part of Pleasant Valley Gospel Church near Brewster, where Richard taught Sunday School classes.

In 1979 Richard and Joyce moved to northern New Mexico where he managed a ranch for a short time, then moved the family to Colorado Springs, Colorado and bought a small feed store.&nbsp; Over the next 13 years Richard and Joyce grew Circle F Ranch Supply into a thriving, successful business.&nbsp; Circle F was not only a feed store but became a conduit for ministry and friendship. &nbsp;Countless customers became friends as they would come to Richard for advice on horse feed, deeper life issues or in need of financial help. Richard was a founding board member of Colorado Springs Rescue Mission, a shelter for homeless men.

Richard also provided pulpit supply for small churches near Colorado Springs, Colorado and was an active member of Cimarron Hills Berean Church and Grace Bible Church.&nbsp; Richard had a particular interest in teaching the book of Genesis.&nbsp;

In 1993 Richard and Joyce relocated to northern New Mexico, enjoying raising large gardens, a few head of cattle and operating Fowler Auction Service with Emmitt.&nbsp; Special memories with all the grandchildren were made on the beautiful property, hiking, riding horses, and exploring the river.&nbsp; Richard loved spending time with his grandchildren there.&nbsp;

Richard was skilled at working with his hands, from small woodworking projects to large building construction.

In 2004, Richard and Joyce made their way back home to Nebraska, living in Ord, Callaway, and finally Lincoln.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Mervin and Margaret Fowler, one grandson Joshua Blowers, one great granddaughter Shiloh Fowler.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Joyce Rhoades Fowler, daughter Precious Joy Blowers (Mark) of Lincoln; son Emmitt Richard Fowler (Jane) of Little Rock, AR; sister Caroline Ritchey (Dennis) Ponca; brother Larry Fowler (Diane) of Riverside, CA; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Claude Rhoades of Callaway; Walter (Marilyn) Rhoades of Brewster; Madeline McFate of Callaway; Marion (Merrial) Rhoades of Thedford; Patricia (Terry) Cone of Burwell;&nbsp; Twelve beloved grandchildren and spouses; ten great-grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Friday, January 20, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska. Graveside service with burial will be in the Balsora Cemetery near Arcadia, Nebraska at 3:00 pm.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Creation Museum, P. O. Box 510, Hebron, KY&nbsp; 41048.&nbsp; A visitation will take place Friday morning the 20th&nbsp;of January at 10:00 am to service time at the Callaway Community Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

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 </figure>On Friday, January 13, 2023, Richard Mervin Fowler, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the age of 79.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Richard was born on August 4, 1943, in Broken Bow, Nebraska to John Mervin and Evelyn Margaret (Smith) Fowler.&nbsp; He grew up on the family ranch south of Brewster, Nebraska in Blaine County. Through the influence of his parents, especially his mother, Richard accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior at the age of four.&nbsp; As a family, they attended Milburn Community Church where Richard’s spiritual life grew.&nbsp; As a youth, he attended Homeward Trail Bible Camp in Mason City, Nebraska which also had an impact on his life. &nbsp;Richard graduated from Brewster High School in 1961, then attended Grace Bible Institute in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; Richard married the love of his life, Joyce Ann Rhoades, on July 14, 1963, in Dunning, Nebraska. They raised a daughter, Precious Joy, and a son, Emmitt Richard.Richard and Joyce truly loved the ranch life, raising registered Hereford cattle and&nbsp;in 1975 they were honored as an “outstanding farm and ranch couple” at the Nebraska Agriculture Progress Conference. &nbsp;Richard especially enjoyed the annual Fowler bull sales and working to improve his herd and pastureland. Richard and Joyce were an integral part of Pleasant Valley Gospel Church near Brewster, where Richard taught Sunday School classes.In 1979 Richard and Joyce moved to northern New Mexico where he managed a ranch for a short time, then moved the family to Colorado Springs, Colorado and bought a small feed store.&nbsp; Over the next 13 years Richard and Joyce grew Circle F Ranch Supply into a thriving, successful business.&nbsp; Circle F was not only a feed store but became a conduit for ministry and friendship. &nbsp;Countless customers became friends as they would come to Richard for advice on horse feed, deeper life issues or in need of financial help. Richard was a founding board member of Colorado Springs Rescue Mission, a shelter for homeless men.Richard also provided pulpit supply for small churches near Colorado Springs, Colorado and was an active member of Cimarron Hills Berean Church and Grace Bible Church.&nbsp; Richard had a particular interest in teaching the book of Genesis.&nbsp;In 1993 Richard and Joyce relocated to northern New Mexico, enjoying raising large gardens, a few head of cattle and operating Fowler Auction Service with Emmitt.&nbsp; Special memories with all the grandchildren were made on the beautiful property, hiking, riding horses, and exploring the river.&nbsp; Richard loved spending time with his grandchildren there.&nbsp;Richard was skilled at working with his hands, from small woodworking projects to large building construction.In 2004, Richard and Joyce made their way back home to Nebraska, living in Ord, Callaway, and finally Lincoln.Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Mervin and Margaret Fowler, one grandson Joshua Blowers, one great granddaughter Shiloh Fowler.Richard is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Joyce Rhoades Fowler, daughter Precious Joy Blowers (Mark) of Lincoln; son Emmitt Richard Fowler (Jane) of Little Rock, AR; sister Caroline Ritchey (Dennis) Ponca; brother Larry Fowler (Diane) of Riverside, CA; Brothers and sisters-in-law, Claude Rhoades of Callaway; Walter (Marilyn) Rhoades of Brewster; Madeline McFate of Callaway; Marion (Merrial) Rhoades of Thedford; Patricia (Terry) Cone of Burwell;&nbsp; Twelve beloved grandchildren and spouses; ten great-grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be Friday, January 20, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska. Graveside service with burial will be in the Balsora Cemetery near Arcadia, Nebraska at 3:00 pm.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Creation Museum, P. O. Box 510, Hebron, KY&nbsp; 41048.&nbsp; A visitation will take place Friday morning the 20th&nbsp;of January at 10:00 am to service time at the Callaway Community Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

Richard M. Fowler  (1943-2023)

Margaret “Sis” Robinson, 80, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Great Plains Health Hospital.

Margaret was born on July 20, 1942 in Scottsbluff, NE to Vear and Lorraine McBride.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Ralph Robinson on March 14, 1959, and together they had 3 children.&nbsp; The family lived in the Bayard area where Margaret was a devoted housewife and mother.&nbsp; She owned and operated the Bayard Diner for several years until her retirement.&nbsp; She then moved to and lived in Gering for 15 years, then to North Platte in 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph; and brothers, Ike and Mike.

Those left to celebrate her memory are her sons, Rocky (Marie) Robinson of Yuba City, CA, and Rick (Julie) Robinson of Corpus Christi, TX; daughter, Deana Richardson of North Platte; brother, Chuck (Pearl) McBride of Broadwater and Johnnie Kerk of Mitchell; sisters, Becky Gordon of TN, and Susie Sparrow of Gering; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;

Margaret “Sis” Robinson, 80, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Great Plains Health Hospital.Margaret was born on July 20, 1942 in Scottsbluff, NE to Vear and Lorraine McBride.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Ralph Robinson on March 14, 1959, and together they had 3 children.&nbsp; The family lived in the Bayard area where Margaret was a devoted housewife and mother.&nbsp; She owned and operated the Bayard Diner for several years until her retirement.&nbsp; She then moved to and lived in Gering for 15 years, then to North Platte in 2022.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph; and brothers, Ike and Mike.Those left to celebrate her memory are her sons, Rocky (Marie) Robinson of Yuba City, CA, and Rick (Julie) Robinson of Corpus Christi, TX; daughter, Deana Richardson of North Platte; brother, Chuck (Pearl) McBride of Broadwater and Johnnie Kerk of Mitchell; sisters, Becky Gordon of TN, and Susie Sparrow of Gering; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp;

Margaret "Sis" Robinson (1942-2023)

Terry Gene Ellinger, age 78, of McCook, NE passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2023, at his home, which was his own little piece of paradise.

Terry was born June 30, 1944, in Storm Lake, Iowa to parents Donald E. and Betty Lou (Fawcett) Ellinger. He was eldest of four children and graduated from Crestland High School in Early, IA in 1962.&nbsp; He went on to attend Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa on a full ride football scholarship earning a bachelor’s degree in accounting.&nbsp;

On December 1, 1962, he married Mary A. Carnine. Together they had two children: Teresa and Todd.

While holding down a full-time job and having a young family with the support of his wife Mary, he continued classes. Studying for and passing his CPA exam. After living in Iowa, the family briefly lived in Littleton, Colorado. Finally moving and making their home in McCook in 1975 and eventually starting his own CPA firm.

He was a part member of the McCook Elks Club, Pheasants, and Quail Forever, APHA, AQHA, and many other organizations. Terry supported the local 4-H clubs, The Fox Theater, and McCook Community Hospital.

He loved spending time with family, friends, and his dogs that were constantly by his side. When you walked into his home, you could expect to be greeted by three excited labs, college sports, or a western on the TV, and the smell of something cooking. He was an avid sportsman. Enjoying fishing, bird and big game hunting. He was a diehard Husker fan even though he was born in Hawkeye country.

Those left to celebrate his life include his daughter, Teresa, son, Todd and wife Karyn; grandchildren, Alisha and husband Jeromie, Shane and wife Kamron, Kyle and fiancé Ambyr, Emily and fiancé Devin; great grandchildren, Hailey, Conner, Riley, Rowan, Cason, Lukas, Kaia and Everlee; sisters, Tammy and husband Mike and Toni Chancellor; sister-in-law, Becky Ellinger; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp; Terry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Ellinger; brother, Tim Ellinger; and his nephew, Tate Ellinger.

Those wanting to make memorial contributions in terry’s memory, please consider a local 4-H club of your choice or Nebraska Parks and Game Youth Lifetime Permits 2200 N. 33rd Street, Lincoln, NE 68503.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673564029203.jpeg" alt="Terry Ellinger" />
 <figcaption>Terry Ellinger</figcaption>
 </figure>Terry Gene Ellinger, age 78, of McCook, NE passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2023, at his home, which was his own little piece of paradise.Terry was born June 30, 1944, in Storm Lake, Iowa to parents Donald E. and Betty Lou (Fawcett) Ellinger. He was eldest of four children and graduated from Crestland High School in Early, IA in 1962.&nbsp; He went on to attend Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa on a full ride football scholarship earning a bachelor’s degree in accounting.&nbsp;On December 1, 1962, he married Mary A. Carnine. Together they had two children: Teresa and Todd.While holding down a full-time job and having a young family with the support of his wife Mary, he continued classes. Studying for and passing his CPA exam. After living in Iowa, the family briefly lived in Littleton, Colorado. Finally moving and making their home in McCook in 1975 and eventually starting his own CPA firm.He was a part member of the McCook Elks Club, Pheasants, and Quail Forever, APHA, AQHA, and many other organizations. Terry supported the local 4-H clubs, The Fox Theater, and McCook Community Hospital.He loved spending time with family, friends, and his dogs that were constantly by his side. When you walked into his home, you could expect to be greeted by three excited labs, college sports, or a western on the TV, and the smell of something cooking. He was an avid sportsman. Enjoying fishing, bird and big game hunting. He was a diehard Husker fan even though he was born in Hawkeye country.Those left to celebrate his life include his daughter, Teresa, son, Todd and wife Karyn; grandchildren, Alisha and husband Jeromie, Shane and wife Kamron, Kyle and fiancé Ambyr, Emily and fiancé Devin; great grandchildren, Hailey, Conner, Riley, Rowan, Cason, Lukas, Kaia and Everlee; sisters, Tammy and husband Mike and Toni Chancellor; sister-in-law, Becky Ellinger; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp; Terry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Ellinger; brother, Tim Ellinger; and his nephew, Tate Ellinger.Those wanting to make memorial contributions in terry’s memory, please consider a local 4-H club of your choice or Nebraska Parks and Game Youth Lifetime Permits 2200 N. 33rd Street, Lincoln, NE 68503.

Terry G. Ellinger (1944-2023)

&nbsp; A longtime resident of Dundy County passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 10, 2023, at the Sarah Ann Memorial Nursing Home in Benkelman, Nebraska. Marvin was 99 years of age. Marvin is survived by his brother-in-law, Jack Wilson, of Imperial, NE stepbrother, David Brunt, and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday morning, January 16, 2023, 10:30 A.M., at the Zion Lutheran Church of Benkelman with Pastor Jim Gleason officiating. Internment (With Full Military Honors) will follow at the Benkelman Cemetery, Benkelman, Nebraska. Visitation will be held Monday, January 16, 2023, before services starting at 9:00 A.M. at the Zion Lutheran Church of Benkelman, NE. Online condolences maybe left at liewerfuneralhome.com Benkelman Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673563815546.jpeg" alt="Marvin Haines" />
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 </figure>&nbsp; A longtime resident of Dundy County passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 10, 2023, at the Sarah Ann Memorial Nursing Home in Benkelman, Nebraska. Marvin was 99 years of age. Marvin is survived by his brother-in-law, Jack Wilson, of Imperial, NE stepbrother, David Brunt, and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday morning, January 16, 2023, 10:30 A.M., at the Zion Lutheran Church of Benkelman with Pastor Jim Gleason officiating. Internment (With Full Military Honors) will follow at the Benkelman Cemetery, Benkelman, Nebraska. Visitation will be held Monday, January 16, 2023, before services starting at 9:00 A.M. at the Zion Lutheran Church of Benkelman, NE. Online condolences maybe left at liewerfuneralhome.com Benkelman Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Marvin (Burr) E Haines (1923-2023)

Ann J. Maline, 75, of North Platte, NE passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Great Plains Health Hospital with her husband Richard of 37 years by her side. Ann was a hairdresser for many years, worked for the State of Nebraska, and worked for Walmart in the photo department, retiring in 2009. Ann liked working in the yard and tending to her many flower beds plus gardening. She had a love for animals especially horses. She will be greatly missed be all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Richard; daughter, Kimberly (Kim) Goldenstein; grandchildren, Corey and Cassy; stepdaughter and stepson, Melody (Chris) Lababit and Gustave (Tiffany) Maline; step-grandchildren, Jacob and Marissa; brothers, Larry (Lavone) Ruthruff and Greg (Linda) Ruthruff; stepsister, Vickey (Dean) Cuvelier; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jess and Queenie Ruthruff, and stepmom, Mary.

Private burial will be held at Fort McPherson National Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the American Quarter Horse Association or to the American Cancer Society. Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Ann J. Maline, 75, of North Platte, NE passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Great Plains Health Hospital with her husband Richard of 37 years by her side. Ann was a hairdresser for many years, worked for the State of Nebraska, and worked for Walmart in the photo department, retiring in 2009. Ann liked working in the yard and tending to her many flower beds plus gardening. She had a love for animals especially horses. She will be greatly missed be all who knew her.She is survived by her husband, Richard; daughter, Kimberly (Kim) Goldenstein; grandchildren, Corey and Cassy; stepdaughter and stepson, Melody (Chris) Lababit and Gustave (Tiffany) Maline; step-grandchildren, Jacob and Marissa; brothers, Larry (Lavone) Ruthruff and Greg (Linda) Ruthruff; stepsister, Vickey (Dean) Cuvelier; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jess and Queenie Ruthruff, and stepmom, Mary.Private burial will be held at Fort McPherson National Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the American Quarter Horse Association or to the American Cancer Society. Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Ann J Maline (1947-2023)

Jacqueline 'Jackie' Johnson, age 89, of North Platte, passed away December 22, 2022, following recent health complications.

Jackie was born in North Platte to William and Mary Wemple on January 9, 1933. She grew up in Arnold, North Platte and Missoula, MT, and went on to graduate from North Platte High School in 1951. On January 8, 1952, Jackie married Jack Johnson at Parkland, MD. She worked as a secretary for the FBI in Washington, D.C. but because of Jack's work, they later lived in various places including many East Coast states, California, Alabama, Georgia then back to Nebraska. Jackie and Jack eventually settled in North Platte in 1994 to be closer to her family. She was a member of First Baptist Church.

Jackie was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers, Maynard, William and George Wemple; sister-in-law, Grace Wemple; brother-in-law, Rick Johnson; and her daughter, Kathryn Hamrick. Survivors include her sisters-in-law, Konnie Wemple of North Platte, Patricia Nix of Gulfport, MS, and Nancy Wemple of McMinnville, OR; granddaughter, Lauren Hamrick; former son-in-law, David (Lisa) Hamrick of Gibsonville, NC; three great-grandchildren; and other family.

In keeping with Jackie's wishes, cremation was chosen. Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 17, in Fort McPherson National Cemetery with Pastor Clint Walker officiating. Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jacqueline 'Jackie' Johnson, age 89, of North Platte, passed away December 22, 2022, following recent health complications.Jackie was born in North Platte to William and Mary Wemple on January 9, 1933. She grew up in Arnold, North Platte and Missoula, MT, and went on to graduate from North Platte High School in 1951. On January 8, 1952, Jackie married Jack Johnson at Parkland, MD. She worked as a secretary for the FBI in Washington, D.C. but because of Jack's work, they later lived in various places including many East Coast states, California, Alabama, Georgia then back to Nebraska. Jackie and Jack eventually settled in North Platte in 1994 to be closer to her family. She was a member of First Baptist Church.Jackie was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers, Maynard, William and George Wemple; sister-in-law, Grace Wemple; brother-in-law, Rick Johnson; and her daughter, Kathryn Hamrick. Survivors include her sisters-in-law, Konnie Wemple of North Platte, Patricia Nix of Gulfport, MS, and Nancy Wemple of McMinnville, OR; granddaughter, Lauren Hamrick; former son-in-law, David (Lisa) Hamrick of Gibsonville, NC; three great-grandchildren; and other family.In keeping with Jackie's wishes, cremation was chosen. Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 17, in Fort McPherson National Cemetery with Pastor Clint Walker officiating. Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Jackie Johnson (1933-2022)

Tammy Sue Malcom, former Cozad resident, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023. Services will be held Monday, January 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel. Casket will be closed. Burial will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery north of Cozad. There will be no visitation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Berryman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Tammy Sue was born, on a cold winter morning in Gothenburg, Nebraska, on January 18, 1963 to Arven and Phyllis (Gardner) Malcom. Thinking she would not survive at a mere weight of 4 pounds 10 ounces, she was placed in a hospital incubator, where she stayed for a month until she weighed 5 pounds; she was a “fighter." Her young years were spent on a farm north of Cozad. She loved the animals, like rabbits, ducks, dogs and cats. At 4 years old, there was one rooster that would chase her and corner her, trying to scratch her, until one day Tammy found out what she could do to it with a broom. They became friends after that, Tammy was a “fighter”. Tammy’s family never missed church and at a young age, she chose to be baptized into the Seventh Day Adventist Church and has followed her God ever since. She had long curls and people would stare at her and give her compliments. She learned to show off and “flip” her hair in public. She attended country grade schools and city schools in Cozad, Nebraska until after the 8th&nbsp;grade.

She then went to a private Christian School in Shelton, Nebraska. She was on the honor roll every year, held offices, and was awarded the “Who’s Who of American High School Students”. School seemed to be easy for her, but she studied hard and was a “fighter” and was determined to further her education. She attended 4 years at Union College in Lincoln and graduated being the first girl in both families to graduate from college. It was a proud day for her parents and grandparents to once again watch her walk down the aisle with honors. She continued her study in Social Sciences, taking double classes at Wesleyan, the University of Nebraska and graduated from Doane College with her degree. Although hard at times, she “fought” for her future. Now she was armed with her education and ready to “help others."

When Tammy walked into a room, she was a presence to be noticed. She always had that beautiful hair and a catching personality. She liked to have friends. She now spent her whole life going to work every single day, visiting people who were poor, sad, abused or lonely. She brought many clients to her own home, fed them a meal, listened to them, gave some of them a hair permanent, helped find them jobs, or take them places in her own car on her own time. She attended court hearings with them, making sure they were treated fairly by the court system, giving them advice and encouragement. Tammy “fought” for them and today they have better lives because of her effort. 

Tammy was married in 1985 to long-time love David Phelps and held her first job in Omaha at the Center of Aid for Abused Women. Tammy “fought” for the rights of women. Later she married Rob Shoemaker and they had a beautiful home in Lincoln. She had her first and only child, who died at birth, Tasnia Grace. She would have been 23 years old this year. Later she married her third husband, Rod Bell and moved with him to North Platte where she opened her own counseling practice. The couple bought a beautiful home high on a hill north of town where Tammy had her dogs and ferrets. On her way to work every morning, she would stop by a farm pasture and say “hello” to the beautiful longhorn cattle nearby. They began “waiting” for her by the fence every morning on her way to work. Have you ever seen the boots that are upside down on a fence post in the country? Tammy took one of her bright red high heels and put it on a fence post. The couple separated and Tammy stayed in North Platte. She took a job working for the prison community, again fighting for the rights of those who are incarcerated. A sheriff told me she worked too hard. Tammy kept busy with her garden, her church, her job and many friends. 

A while back, she seemed to be tired and sad, and not really interested in anything. Not the vibrant person everyone knew. At times would not answer the phone. Then people “noticed” things were a little bit not right. She quit her job, loaded up all her belongings and was striving to have a plan. Then the last few weeks she contacted, either in person or by phone, nearly every one she personally knew, friends, relatives and family. She was telling them things that disturbed them. They did not know it but Tammy had stepped out of the way and could not find her way back. A few saw a real problem and tried to help her and others did not recognize that she was saying “goodbye."

On January 8, 2023, Tammy could no longer “fight”, not even for herself. She took her life.

To those who knew her she was the girl who “had it all," looks, education, personality, and hair that was the envy of all. She was dearly, dearly, dearly loved, and life will never be the same without her.

She leaves behind her dog “Domino” and a Guinea Pig, who surely had the best “animal” lives ever.

Deeply and fervently mourning her loss are her parents, Phyllis Gardner and Arven Malcom; her sister Tracy; and many, many relatives and friends.

She will be lovingly placed next to her daughter, Tasnia Grace and her brother, Tim Malcom at Walnut Grove Cemetery north of Cozad. And by the way, Tammy would tell you that she did not go to Heaven. Her Bible tells her that those who have passed are like in a deep sleep waiting for Jesus to gather them up and meet Him in the air at His soon Second Coming to this Earth.

Her sister Tracy adds this Bible verse: “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there will be no more death, no mourning, or crying or pain. These things will never again exist” Revelation 21:4.

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 <figcaption>Tammy Sue Malcom</figcaption>
 </figure>Tammy Sue Malcom, former Cozad resident, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023. Services will be held Monday, January 16, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel. Casket will be closed. Burial will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery north of Cozad. There will be no visitation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Berryman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Tammy Sue was born, on a cold winter morning in Gothenburg, Nebraska, on January 18, 1963 to Arven and Phyllis (Gardner) Malcom. Thinking she would not survive at a mere weight of 4 pounds 10 ounces, she was placed in a hospital incubator, where she stayed for a month until she weighed 5 pounds; she was a “fighter." Her young years were spent on a farm north of Cozad. She loved the animals, like rabbits, ducks, dogs and cats. At 4 years old, there was one rooster that would chase her and corner her, trying to scratch her, until one day Tammy found out what she could do to it with a broom. They became friends after that, Tammy was a “fighter”. Tammy’s family never missed church and at a young age, she chose to be baptized into the Seventh Day Adventist Church and has followed her God ever since. She had long curls and people would stare at her and give her compliments. She learned to show off and “flip” her hair in public. She attended country grade schools and city schools in Cozad, Nebraska until after the 8th&nbsp;grade. She then went to a private Christian School in Shelton, Nebraska. She was on the honor roll every year, held offices, and was awarded the “Who’s Who of American High School Students”. School seemed to be easy for her, but she studied hard and was a “fighter” and was determined to further her education. She attended 4 years at Union College in Lincoln and graduated being the first girl in both families to graduate from college. It was a proud day for her parents and grandparents to once again watch her walk down the aisle with honors. She continued her study in Social Sciences, taking double classes at Wesleyan, the University of Nebraska and graduated from Doane College with her degree. Although hard at times, she “fought” for her future. Now she was armed with her education and ready to “help others."When Tammy walked into a room, she was a presence to be noticed. She always had that beautiful hair and a catching personality. She liked to have friends. She now spent her whole life going to work every single day, visiting people who were poor, sad, abused or lonely. She brought many clients to her own home, fed them a meal, listened to them, gave some of them a hair permanent, helped find them jobs, or take them places in her own car on her own time. She attended court hearings with them, making sure they were treated fairly by the court system, giving them advice and encouragement. Tammy “fought” for them and today they have better lives because of her effort. Tammy was married in 1985 to long-time love David Phelps and held her first job in Omaha at the Center of Aid for Abused Women. Tammy “fought” for the rights of women. Later she married Rob Shoemaker and they had a beautiful home in Lincoln. She had her first and only child, who died at birth, Tasnia Grace. She would have been 23 years old this year. Later she married her third husband, Rod Bell and moved with him to North Platte where she opened her own counseling practice. The couple bought a beautiful home high on a hill north of town where Tammy had her dogs and ferrets. On her way to work every morning, she would stop by a farm pasture and say “hello” to the beautiful longhorn cattle nearby. They began “waiting” for her by the fence every morning on her way to work. Have you ever seen the boots that are upside down on a fence post in the country? Tammy took one of her bright red high heels and put it on a fence post. The couple separated and Tammy stayed in North Platte. She took a job working for the prison community, again fighting for the rights of those who are incarcerated. A sheriff told me she worked too hard. Tammy kept busy with her garden, her church, her job and many friends. A while back, she seemed to be tired and sad, and not really interested in anything. Not the vibrant person everyone knew. At times would not answer the phone. Then people “noticed” things were a little bit not right. She quit her job, loaded up all her belongings and was striving to have a plan. Then the last few weeks she contacted, either in person or by phone, nearly every one she personally knew, friends, relatives and family. She was telling them things that disturbed them. They did not know it but Tammy had stepped out of the way and could not find her way back. A few saw a real problem and tried to help her and others did not recognize that she was saying “goodbye."On January 8, 2023, Tammy could no longer “fight”, not even for herself. She took her life.To those who knew her she was the girl who “had it all," looks, education, personality, and hair that was the envy of all. She was dearly, dearly, dearly loved, and life will never be the same without her.She leaves behind her dog “Domino” and a Guinea Pig, who surely had the best “animal” lives ever.Deeply and fervently mourning her loss are her parents, Phyllis Gardner and Arven Malcom; her sister Tracy; and many, many relatives and friends.She will be lovingly placed next to her daughter, Tasnia Grace and her brother, Tim Malcom at Walnut Grove Cemetery north of Cozad. And by the way, Tammy would tell you that she did not go to Heaven. Her Bible tells her that those who have passed are like in a deep sleep waiting for Jesus to gather them up and meet Him in the air at His soon Second Coming to this Earth.Her sister Tracy adds this Bible verse: “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, there will be no more death, no mourning, or crying or pain. These things will never again exist” Revelation 21:4.

Tammy Sue Malcom (1963-2023)

Doris Ann (Eret) Richtarik, 89, formerly of Wilber, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Ridgeway Senior Living in Lexington, Nebraska with family by her side.

Doris was born on January 22, 1933 in rural Dorchester, NE to Adolph and Emma Eret.&nbsp; Doris attended school in Dorchester, but transferred to Crete her junior and senior year of high school and graduated with the class of 1950. She went on to further her education at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln from 1950-1953, and finished nursing school at Omaha Methodist Hospital from 1953-1954, and graduated as a Registered Nurse. Doris was united in marriage to Eugene Lee Richtarik on January 27, 1953, in Dorchester. Two daughters were blessed to this marriage: Patrice and Paula. Doris and Gene made their home in rural Wilber, NE, in 1954. Doris blessed the local community with her nursing skills, working for the Wilber Medical Office, and with the Wilber Public Schools. Doris was a faithful member of the Wilber United Methodist Church, where she was active in UMW, and many church functions. She was a member of the Women’s American Legion Auxiliary, unit Post #101 of Wilber, NE.

Doris enjoyed gardening, especially flowers, along with bird watching, with an affinity for her Winter Cardinals and Spring Wrens. Her fruit trees, as they filled over the seasons, were something she always tended to, and looked forward to sharing with her family. She spent much time in the kitchen, where her children and grandchildren learned the art, and love, of many family recipes. Doris played the piano accordion in her younger years, as well as her organ in her home. Music was always important to her, and in her most recent years, she found joy in listening to old hymns. She also enjoyed her fishing trips with her husband, traveling to see her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Doris, by many, was known for her quiet confidence, her unwavering faith in Jesus, and her gentle wisdom about life. She was an amazing listener, nurse, wife, sister, mom, grandma, and friend. “One day at a time…(sweet Jesus)” was her favorite line—reminding us: today is what counts—do not worry about tomorrow.

Doris is survived by her daughters: Patrice (Mike) Johnson of Lenexa, KS, and Paula (Phil) Robles, of rural Cozad, NE. Grandchildren: Carli (Josh) Reiners, of rural Harvard, NE, Mark (Rachal) Robles of Omaha, NE, Graham Johnson of Steamboat Springs CO, and Kirsten Johnson (Jordan Volkmer) of Loveland, CO. Great-grandchildren: Caleb, Katy, Sydney and Jax, Dawson and Olivia. Sister: Gladys Schmidt of Fremont, NE, as well as many extended family and friends. She was incredibly grateful for the friends she made and the nurturing care she received, thank you to Lexington Regional Health Center, Shackley Retirement Village, Ridgeway Senior Living, and Brookestone Home Health and Hospice.

She was preceded in death by her parents Adolph and Emma Eret, father and mother-in-law, Lumir and Rose Richtarik, husband Eugene, brother, Don Eret, sister-in-law, Lois Eret, brother-in-law, Ted Schmidt, brother-in-law Raymond Krivohlavek, sister-in-law, Maxine Krivohlavek, brother-in-law, Frank Oliva, and sister-in-law, Shirley Oliva.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Graveside Services will be on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wilber Czech Cemetery in Wilber with Josh and Carli Reiners, officiating. Following the Graveside Service, a fellowship reception will take place at the American Legion Louis-Milan Post 101, 310 West Legion Memorial Drive, Wilber, NE 68465. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Doris Ann (Eret) Richtarik, 89, formerly of Wilber, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Ridgeway Senior Living in Lexington, Nebraska with family by her side.Doris was born on January 22, 1933 in rural Dorchester, NE to Adolph and Emma Eret.&nbsp; Doris attended school in Dorchester, but transferred to Crete her junior and senior year of high school and graduated with the class of 1950. She went on to further her education at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln from 1950-1953, and finished nursing school at Omaha Methodist Hospital from 1953-1954, and graduated as a Registered Nurse. Doris was united in marriage to Eugene Lee Richtarik on January 27, 1953, in Dorchester. Two daughters were blessed to this marriage: Patrice and Paula. Doris and Gene made their home in rural Wilber, NE, in 1954. Doris blessed the local community with her nursing skills, working for the Wilber Medical Office, and with the Wilber Public Schools. Doris was a faithful member of the Wilber United Methodist Church, where she was active in UMW, and many church functions. She was a member of the Women’s American Legion Auxiliary, unit Post #101 of Wilber, NE.Doris enjoyed gardening, especially flowers, along with bird watching, with an affinity for her Winter Cardinals and Spring Wrens. Her fruit trees, as they filled over the seasons, were something she always tended to, and looked forward to sharing with her family. She spent much time in the kitchen, where her children and grandchildren learned the art, and love, of many family recipes. Doris played the piano accordion in her younger years, as well as her organ in her home. Music was always important to her, and in her most recent years, she found joy in listening to old hymns. She also enjoyed her fishing trips with her husband, traveling to see her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.Doris, by many, was known for her quiet confidence, her unwavering faith in Jesus, and her gentle wisdom about life. She was an amazing listener, nurse, wife, sister, mom, grandma, and friend. “One day at a time…(sweet Jesus)” was her favorite line—reminding us: today is what counts—do not worry about tomorrow.Doris is survived by her daughters: Patrice (Mike) Johnson of Lenexa, KS, and Paula (Phil) Robles, of rural Cozad, NE. Grandchildren: Carli (Josh) Reiners, of rural Harvard, NE, Mark (Rachal) Robles of Omaha, NE, Graham Johnson of Steamboat Springs CO, and Kirsten Johnson (Jordan Volkmer) of Loveland, CO. Great-grandchildren: Caleb, Katy, Sydney and Jax, Dawson and Olivia. Sister: Gladys Schmidt of Fremont, NE, as well as many extended family and friends. She was incredibly grateful for the friends she made and the nurturing care she received, thank you to Lexington Regional Health Center, Shackley Retirement Village, Ridgeway Senior Living, and Brookestone Home Health and Hospice.She was preceded in death by her parents Adolph and Emma Eret, father and mother-in-law, Lumir and Rose Richtarik, husband Eugene, brother, Don Eret, sister-in-law, Lois Eret, brother-in-law, Ted Schmidt, brother-in-law Raymond Krivohlavek, sister-in-law, Maxine Krivohlavek, brother-in-law, Frank Oliva, and sister-in-law, Shirley Oliva.Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Graveside Services will be on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wilber Czech Cemetery in Wilber with Josh and Carli Reiners, officiating. Following the Graveside Service, a fellowship reception will take place at the American Legion Louis-Milan Post 101, 310 West Legion Memorial Drive, Wilber, NE 68465. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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