On October 25, 2022, at the age of 97, Emanuel 'Mike' Varicak, longtime resident of North Platte, Nebraska, peacefully passed away at his home. Mike, the son of Yugoslavian immigrants Dane and Yelena Varicak, was born in Julesburg, Colorado, on March 20, 1925. When he was an infant, Yelena took Mike and his sister, Vera, to Yugoslavia for two years then returned to Julesburg where he started school. The Varicaks moved to North Platte in 1936. Mike graduated from North Platte High School in 1942 and later enlisted into the U.S. Army in 1943. He served in the European Theater during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946. Before entering the army, Mike was employed at W.J. O'Connor Department Store then hired on with the U.P. Railroad. Following his discharge he returned to his employment with the railroad where he worked as a Clerk until retiring in March 1987. On December 30, 1954, Mike married Catherine 'Katy' Coad in North Platte. The couple soon settled into their home on Sycamore Street where they raised their family. He resided in his home for over 60 years until his passing. Mike was a member of Episcopal Church of Our Savior, North Platte Country Club, Iron Eagle Golf Course, American Legion Post #163, IMF and Elk's Lodge #985. Mike's favorite pastime was golf and he played for more than 75 years.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Katy; parents, Dane and Yelena; sister, Vera and her husband, Habie Reed; sister-in-law, Bette (Coad) Lundin; and in-laws, Leonard and Louise Coad. Mike is survived by his children, Jayne Couchois (Howard) of Granada Hills, CA, Michael Varicak (Beki) of Powder Springs, GA, and William 'Will' Varicak (Jackie) of Lincoln; grandchildren, Michael, Michaela, Elizabeth 'Ellie', Cole, Eric, Catherine and Daniel; as well as other family and his friends, Rick and Dodie Odean and Ron and Carmen Meyer.

In keeping with Mike's wishes, cremation was chosen and private family services with military honors will be held in Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>On October 25, 2022, at the age of 97, Emanuel 'Mike' Varicak, longtime resident of North Platte, Nebraska, peacefully passed away at his home. Mike, the son of Yugoslavian immigrants Dane and Yelena Varicak, was born in Julesburg, Colorado, on March 20, 1925. When he was an infant, Yelena took Mike and his sister, Vera, to Yugoslavia for two years then returned to Julesburg where he started school. The Varicaks moved to North Platte in 1936. Mike graduated from North Platte High School in 1942 and later enlisted into the U.S. Army in 1943. He served in the European Theater during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946. Before entering the army, Mike was employed at W.J. O'Connor Department Store then hired on with the U.P. Railroad. Following his discharge he returned to his employment with the railroad where he worked as a Clerk until retiring in March 1987. On December 30, 1954, Mike married Catherine 'Katy' Coad in North Platte. The couple soon settled into their home on Sycamore Street where they raised their family. He resided in his home for over 60 years until his passing. Mike was a member of Episcopal Church of Our Savior, North Platte Country Club, Iron Eagle Golf Course, American Legion Post #163, IMF and Elk's Lodge #985. Mike's favorite pastime was golf and he played for more than 75 years.He was preceded in death by his wife, Katy; parents, Dane and Yelena; sister, Vera and her husband, Habie Reed; sister-in-law, Bette (Coad) Lundin; and in-laws, Leonard and Louise Coad. Mike is survived by his children, Jayne Couchois (Howard) of Granada Hills, CA, Michael Varicak (Beki) of Powder Springs, GA, and William 'Will' Varicak (Jackie) of Lincoln; grandchildren, Michael, Michaela, Elizabeth 'Ellie', Cole, Eric, Catherine and Daniel; as well as other family and his friends, Rick and Dodie Odean and Ron and Carmen Meyer.In keeping with Mike's wishes, cremation was chosen and private family services with military honors will be held in Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Mike Varicak (1925-2022)

Norma J. Crouse, age 96, of Goodland, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Cheyenne County Village in St. Francis, Kansas.

Norma was born November 4, 1925, to William and Anna (Ehlers) Tegtmeyer
 in Ogallah, Kansas. She grew up in Ogallah until she was age 4, then 
the family moved to Russell Springs, Kansas, where she graduated from 
high school in 1943. Before graduating high school, she married Allen S.
 Crouse on February 15, 1943, on the family farm, while he was home on 
leave from overseas during WWII. To this union, Larry William, Victor 
Allen and Richard Wayne were born. Norma and Allen were married for 49 ½
 years until Allen’s death in 1992.

Norma worked part-time at the Russell Springs Courthouse while still 
in high school.&nbsp; After Allen’s return from the Army, they lived in 
Bishop, California, North Platte, Nebraska, and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Then 
in the fall of 1965 they moved to Goodland. Norma worked at the First 
National Bank for 38 years, she retired in 2004.&nbsp;

She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Norma enjoyed sports, league 
bowling, dancing, playing cards, bingo, barbequing and spending time 
with her family and friends.&nbsp;

Norma is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen; son, Larry; and infant brother, Harold.

She is survived by her sons, Victor of St. Francis, KS and Richard of
 Colby, KS; daughter-in-law, Marion of Valley Center, KS; grandchildren,
 Lori Crouse, Kari (James) Haden, JaLancy Meyer, Richell (Wes) Bailey, 
Leslie Wood, Greg Crouse, Cory Crouse; 10 greatgrandchildren; 7 
great-great grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral service will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. MT at 
Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Interment 
following the service at the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
November 1, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home.&nbsp; 

In lieu
 of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Cheyenne County Hospital 
and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home,
 P.O. Box 278, Goodland.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

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 </figure>Norma J. Crouse, age 96, of Goodland, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Cheyenne County Village in St. Francis, Kansas.Norma was born November 4, 1925, to William and Anna (Ehlers) Tegtmeyer
 in Ogallah, Kansas. She grew up in Ogallah until she was age 4, then 
the family moved to Russell Springs, Kansas, where she graduated from 
high school in 1943. Before graduating high school, she married Allen S.
 Crouse on February 15, 1943, on the family farm, while he was home on 
leave from overseas during WWII. To this union, Larry William, Victor 
Allen and Richard Wayne were born. Norma and Allen were married for 49 ½
 years until Allen’s death in 1992.Norma worked part-time at the Russell Springs Courthouse while still 
in high school.&nbsp; After Allen’s return from the Army, they lived in 
Bishop, California, North Platte, Nebraska, and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Then 
in the fall of 1965 they moved to Goodland. Norma worked at the First 
National Bank for 38 years, she retired in 2004.&nbsp;She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Norma enjoyed sports, league 
bowling, dancing, playing cards, bingo, barbequing and spending time 
with her family and friends.&nbsp;Norma is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen; son, Larry; and infant brother, Harold.She is survived by her sons, Victor of St. Francis, KS and Richard of
 Colby, KS; daughter-in-law, Marion of Valley Center, KS; grandchildren,
 Lori Crouse, Kari (James) Haden, JaLancy Meyer, Richell (Wes) Bailey, 
Leslie Wood, Greg Crouse, Cory Crouse; 10 greatgrandchildren; 7 
great-great grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral service will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. MT at 
Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Interment 
following the service at the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
November 1, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home.&nbsp; In lieu
 of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Cheyenne County Hospital 
and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home,
 P.O. Box 278, Goodland.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

Norma J. (Tegtmeyer) Crouse (1925-2022)

Marlene Webster, a longtime resident of McCook, passed away Friday morning, October 28, 2022 in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 87 years of age.&nbsp; A recitation of the Rosary will be held Friday evening, November 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 AM until after the Rosary.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 10:30 AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in St Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Lutheran Medical Center Foundation, 8300 W 38th&nbsp;Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 (include memo directing gift to Collier Hospice). Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook

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 </figure>Marlene Webster, a longtime resident of McCook, passed away Friday morning, October 28, 2022 in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 87 years of age.&nbsp; A recitation of the Rosary will be held Friday evening, November 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 AM until after the Rosary.Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 10:30 AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in St Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Lutheran Medical Center Foundation, 8300 W 38th&nbsp;Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 (include memo directing gift to Collier Hospice). Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook

Marlene Webster (1935-2022)

&nbsp; Lester B Harmon, longtime resident of Chase County, passed away Thursday night, October 27, 2022, at the Chase County Community Hospital, Imperial. Lester was 92 years of age. Survivors Include: Sons: Skip Harmon of Highlands Ranch, CO Carl Harmon of Washington City, UT 4 Grandchildren Sister: Bonnie Smith of Holyoke, CO Brother-In-Law: Terry Bilka, of Imperial, NE Graveside Services (With Full Military Honors) for Lester Harmon will be held Tuesday afternoon, November 8th, 1:00 P.M. (Mountain Time) at the Pleasant View (Crete) Cemetery, Champion, Nebraska, with Rev. Matt Maxwell officiating. A memorial, In Lester’s memory, has been suggested to the Harmon Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; Lester B Harmon, longtime resident of Chase County, passed away Thursday night, October 27, 2022, at the Chase County Community Hospital, Imperial. Lester was 92 years of age. Survivors Include: Sons: Skip Harmon of Highlands Ranch, CO Carl Harmon of Washington City, UT 4 Grandchildren Sister: Bonnie Smith of Holyoke, CO Brother-In-Law: Terry Bilka, of Imperial, NE Graveside Services (With Full Military Honors) for Lester Harmon will be held Tuesday afternoon, November 8th, 1:00 P.M. (Mountain Time) at the Pleasant View (Crete) Cemetery, Champion, Nebraska, with Rev. Matt Maxwell officiating. A memorial, In Lester’s memory, has been suggested to the Harmon Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Lester B Harmon (1930-2022)

&nbsp; Kevin Earl Hatch, 65, of Grant, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022 peacefully at his home in Grant, surrounded by loved ones. A memorial has been established in Kevin's memory for later designation by his family. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed live at ziongrant.org. Services will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 1:30 pm at the Zion Lutheran Church in Grant, with Pastor Heckmann officiating. Interment will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant. Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Kevin Earl Hatch, 65, of Grant, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022 peacefully at his home in Grant, surrounded by loved ones. A memorial has been established in Kevin's memory for later designation by his family. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed live at ziongrant.org. Services will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 1:30 pm at the Zion Lutheran Church in Grant, with Pastor Heckmann officiating. Interment will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant. Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kevin Hatch (1957-2022)

Shirley L. Hartman age, 89 of Arthur, died Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the El Dorado Manor in Trenton, NE. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm&nbsp; at the Baptist Church in Arthur. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the Arthur Baptist Church with the Pastor Blake Wilkes officiating. Memorials are in Shirley's memory for later designation. Interment will be in the Arthur Cemetery.

Funeral Services will be live streamed from www.drauckerfh.com and online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Shirley L. Hartman age, 89 of Arthur, died Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the El Dorado Manor in Trenton, NE. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm&nbsp; at the Baptist Church in Arthur. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the Arthur Baptist Church with the Pastor Blake Wilkes officiating. Memorials are in Shirley's memory for later designation. Interment will be in the Arthur Cemetery.Funeral Services will be live streamed from www.drauckerfh.com and online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Shirley L. (Kiester) Hartman (1933-2022)

&nbsp; Karen was born in a sod house in Kilgore Nebraska. Almost immediately she had to have surgery on her stomach to save her life. This is where she first developed her strength to survive. Karen grew up in the Sandhills of Nebraska which she was very proud of. She was a Huskers fan through and through. She had a very humble upbringing in Nebraska. At the age of 16 she married and had three daughters. After her divorce, Karen became a single mother and raised her three girls on her own. Karen worked hard and provided a secure home for her three daughters. In 1981, Karen married the love of her life James Bowman or Jimmy or Jim. Karen and Jim’s door was always open and they made room for many relatives and friends in their home through the years. Karen worked at Coors Porcelain for 10 years. She babysat for her grandchildren and numerous great nieces and nephews. Karen had many interests and was always busy; she grew a garden, enjoyed riding motorcycles, loved fishing, camping, country music, cooking, baking and watching sports. After Jim retired they moved from Colorado to Max, Nebraska. Karen quickly joined the Red Hatters there in Max and she loved it. She didn’t waste any time making friends either. Karen and Jim both worked hard on the local fish fries and attended all the fun activities including the Dundy County Fair and local concerts in the park. In their retirement, they loved to go fishing and they spent countless days at the lake. Karen loved her family and again always welcomed visitors whether she knew you or not. Karen is survived by her children Suzann (Jason) of Thornton, CO; Orana (Robert) of Durand WI; Julie (Jeff) Northglenn, CO; grandchildren, Lucas (Nathalie), Aaron, Branden, Audrey (Michael), Arionna (Kyran), Larissa (Collin); great-grandchildren, Bella, Brielle, Abylina, Elijah, Cato, Clara. Stepsister Rita; many special nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Jim, Mother Ella, Step Father Victor, Brother Duane, Brother Cordell and Step sister Lylia. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 @ 1 pm (MT) at the Max Nebraska Community Center. Online condolences may be left at liewrfuneralhome.com Benkelman Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Karen was born in a sod house in Kilgore Nebraska. Almost immediately she had to have surgery on her stomach to save her life. This is where she first developed her strength to survive. Karen grew up in the Sandhills of Nebraska which she was very proud of. She was a Huskers fan through and through. She had a very humble upbringing in Nebraska. At the age of 16 she married and had three daughters. After her divorce, Karen became a single mother and raised her three girls on her own. Karen worked hard and provided a secure home for her three daughters. In 1981, Karen married the love of her life James Bowman or Jimmy or Jim. Karen and Jim’s door was always open and they made room for many relatives and friends in their home through the years. Karen worked at Coors Porcelain for 10 years. She babysat for her grandchildren and numerous great nieces and nephews. Karen had many interests and was always busy; she grew a garden, enjoyed riding motorcycles, loved fishing, camping, country music, cooking, baking and watching sports. After Jim retired they moved from Colorado to Max, Nebraska. Karen quickly joined the Red Hatters there in Max and she loved it. She didn’t waste any time making friends either. Karen and Jim both worked hard on the local fish fries and attended all the fun activities including the Dundy County Fair and local concerts in the park. In their retirement, they loved to go fishing and they spent countless days at the lake. Karen loved her family and again always welcomed visitors whether she knew you or not. Karen is survived by her children Suzann (Jason) of Thornton, CO; Orana (Robert) of Durand WI; Julie (Jeff) Northglenn, CO; grandchildren, Lucas (Nathalie), Aaron, Branden, Audrey (Michael), Arionna (Kyran), Larissa (Collin); great-grandchildren, Bella, Brielle, Abylina, Elijah, Cato, Clara. Stepsister Rita; many special nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Jim, Mother Ella, Step Father Victor, Brother Duane, Brother Cordell and Step sister Lylia. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 @ 1 pm (MT) at the Max Nebraska Community Center. Online condolences may be left at liewrfuneralhome.com Benkelman Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen C Bowman (1944-2022)

Doris Bowers, age 103 of Arnold, NE passed away October 23, 2022, at the Callaway District Hospital in Callaway, NE.

Funeral services will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at 2:00 pm at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, NE with Reverend Irv Jennings officiating. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Donor’s Choice or to the family for later designation. A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 5:00 to7:00 pm at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At the age of 103 years, one day, ten hours and 17 minutes Doris Margie (Shields)Lynch-Bowers heard the angels singing as she left us in this earthly life. A second daughter of James Ulysses and Alvina Leona (Swisher) Shields she was born in a sod house 5 miles west of Arnold, Nebraska on the Logan County line. Eventually the children in her immediate family came to exist of the eight younger children who were in the pattern of girl, boy, girl, boy, girl, girl pattern and the two older half siblings of a girl and a boy from James first marriage to Rosa Schumaker. This family pattern took on greater significance when James’ daughter, Nellie Shields, married Alvina’s older brother Ervin Swisher—thus a double marriage contributing to much laughter, genealogical confusion, and mixed-matching when family members chose to function as relatives to themselves or their children. Doris was the daughter or niece of Alvina (her own mother!!) Doris was herself a half-sister to Nellie Shields or was Nellie’s niece. The late Lucille (Swisher) Ondrak, a long-time Arnold resident and a favorite cousin (?) of Doris, called James and Alvina her&nbsp;(Grandpa and Auntie) thus combining both generations.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; When Doris was four years old the family moved to Colorado where they resided in several communities. James was a tenant farmer while Elvina cared for the growing family. On the economic scale, they were one step above homeless. When commenting on her life at this time, Doris always said “We had everything but money” -- the close family bonds that developed then were cemented for life. In 1930 the family moved to Fort Morgan living first at 9-mile corner and later 17 miles South of Fort Morgan. Each family member in the large family had specific chores they were assigned. Doris was the family seamstress, learning the skills she used the rest of her entire life. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On her 12th birthday in 1932, James died and was buried at the cemetery there. After several months Alvina moved her family back to Arnold where she had relatives and where Doris lived the remainder of her entire life. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In Arnold, Doris used her sewing skills over the years to sew her family’s, her own children’s daily, school clothing, and costumes. She also sewed for numerous families in the community.

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 </figure>Doris Bowers, age 103 of Arnold, NE passed away October 23, 2022, at the Callaway District Hospital in Callaway, NE.Funeral services will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at 2:00 pm at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, NE with Reverend Irv Jennings officiating. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Donor’s Choice or to the family for later designation. A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 5:00 to7:00 pm at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At the age of 103 years, one day, ten hours and 17 minutes Doris Margie (Shields)Lynch-Bowers heard the angels singing as she left us in this earthly life. A second daughter of James Ulysses and Alvina Leona (Swisher) Shields she was born in a sod house 5 miles west of Arnold, Nebraska on the Logan County line. Eventually the children in her immediate family came to exist of the eight younger children who were in the pattern of girl, boy, girl, boy, girl, girl pattern and the two older half siblings of a girl and a boy from James first marriage to Rosa Schumaker. This family pattern took on greater significance when James’ daughter, Nellie Shields, married Alvina’s older brother Ervin Swisher—thus a double marriage contributing to much laughter, genealogical confusion, and mixed-matching when family members chose to function as relatives to themselves or their children. Doris was the daughter or niece of Alvina (her own mother!!) Doris was herself a half-sister to Nellie Shields or was Nellie’s niece. The late Lucille (Swisher) Ondrak, a long-time Arnold resident and a favorite cousin (?) of Doris, called James and Alvina her&nbsp;(Grandpa and Auntie) thus combining both generations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; When Doris was four years old the family moved to Colorado where they resided in several communities. James was a tenant farmer while Elvina cared for the growing family. On the economic scale, they were one step above homeless. When commenting on her life at this time, Doris always said “We had everything but money” -- the close family bonds that developed then were cemented for life. In 1930 the family moved to Fort Morgan living first at 9-mile corner and later 17 miles South of Fort Morgan. Each family member in the large family had specific chores they were assigned. Doris was the family seamstress, learning the skills she used the rest of her entire life. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On her 12th birthday in 1932, James died and was buried at the cemetery there. After several months Alvina moved her family back to Arnold where she had relatives and where Doris lived the remainder of her entire life. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In Arnold, Doris used her sewing skills over the years to sew her family’s, her own children’s daily, school clothing, and costumes. She also sewed for numerous families in the community.

Doris Bowers (1919-2022)

Eva JoAnn Craig Steggall age 89 of Colorado, formerly of Broken Bow passed away.

Graveside Memorial services will be Friday, October 28, 2022, at 2:00 pm at the Custer Center Cemetery with Pastor Becky Dobitsch officiating. Govier Brothers Mortuary are assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

“JoAnn” was born in Broken Bow, NE on August 4, 1932.&nbsp; She was the youngest in her family and admits she was spoiled rotten.&nbsp; After high school where JoAnn was a cheerleader and a good student, she married the love of her life Leonard Wayne Steggall.&nbsp; Their wedding was on May 14, 1950.&nbsp; Eva and Leonard started a family and moved to Colorado.&nbsp; &nbsp;Leonard worked in several mines and as a hard rock miner working his way to the top quickly.&nbsp; They had five children, all two years apart: Steven Larry, Jodie Lee, Michael Wayne, Patrick Lynn, and Gale Ann.&nbsp; Tragically on October 17, 1964, Leonard was killed on the way home from work when a semi-truck jackknifed in front of him also killing two people in a camper.&nbsp; JoAnn remarried to the local game warden and moved to the country on a state wildlife preserve.&nbsp; She was as thrilled as were the kids.&nbsp; Life was good, Joann enjoyed it.&nbsp; She became a regular frontiers woman.&nbsp; She helped with the trapping and tagging of elk to keep track of their movements.&nbsp; She enjoyed hunting and her elk steak was something to dream about.&nbsp; She ran her own trapline, catching coyotes, bobcats, racoons, and an occasional badger.&nbsp; She was a star at the local potluck dinners held at the smalltown school.&nbsp; She was famous for her fried bread, jams, and jellies.&nbsp; People adored her cinnamon apple butter and peach pit jelly.&nbsp; She canned for years, selling them at craft fairs and rodeo events.&nbsp; All the while her kids never went hungry or missed a sports practice or game even though it was an hour dirt road to town, one way. The game warden retired and together they built a log home close to a paved road. The kids helped but then went their own way coming to visit often.&nbsp; Their home was near McCoy, Colorado next to the Colorado River.&nbsp; Eva had a love for horses, taking six-week pack trips to the flattops of Colorado.&nbsp; She was the camp cook, cooking the big fish the game warden, Walt Woodward would catch by fly fishing in the moonlight on many lakes.

She had a favorite horse named Tammy.&nbsp; A sorrel mare-half Tennessee walking horse.&nbsp; It was related to Walt’s horse Buck.&nbsp; Both could cover the trails in style.&nbsp;

Eva was named after her Aunt Eva who also had a love for horses, judging from the photos, Eva was always on a horse. Leonard loved horses too. Together they raised Appaloosa horses in Eagle, CO. There was always a pony around for the kids and the ever-present donkey or two that JoAnn would ride, pregnant or not. Time passed, Walt died, and JoAnn choose to sell the house and move to Grand Junction, CO to be closer to friends. She was happy there, still canning fruit and veggies always had a dog around for company. Slowly the terrible grip of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease took over. She battled it for several years. Unfortunately, most of her family abandoned her when she ran out of money. Therefore, how many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren is unknown exactly. She does have one grandchild who is a grandpa so there are many. The one thing she wanted most was for her kids to get along. Who know for what many reasons that never happened. She is and was a wonderful person, the best mother possible, and is reunited with her true love in Heaven we can all count on that.

Eva JoAnn Craig Steggall age 89 of Colorado, formerly of Broken Bow passed away.Graveside Memorial services will be Friday, October 28, 2022, at 2:00 pm at the Custer Center Cemetery with Pastor Becky Dobitsch officiating. Govier Brothers Mortuary are assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.“JoAnn” was born in Broken Bow, NE on August 4, 1932.&nbsp; She was the youngest in her family and admits she was spoiled rotten.&nbsp; After high school where JoAnn was a cheerleader and a good student, she married the love of her life Leonard Wayne Steggall.&nbsp; Their wedding was on May 14, 1950.&nbsp; Eva and Leonard started a family and moved to Colorado.&nbsp; &nbsp;Leonard worked in several mines and as a hard rock miner working his way to the top quickly.&nbsp; They had five children, all two years apart: Steven Larry, Jodie Lee, Michael Wayne, Patrick Lynn, and Gale Ann.&nbsp; Tragically on October 17, 1964, Leonard was killed on the way home from work when a semi-truck jackknifed in front of him also killing two people in a camper.&nbsp; JoAnn remarried to the local game warden and moved to the country on a state wildlife preserve.&nbsp; She was as thrilled as were the kids.&nbsp; Life was good, Joann enjoyed it.&nbsp; She became a regular frontiers woman.&nbsp; She helped with the trapping and tagging of elk to keep track of their movements.&nbsp; She enjoyed hunting and her elk steak was something to dream about.&nbsp; She ran her own trapline, catching coyotes, bobcats, racoons, and an occasional badger.&nbsp; She was a star at the local potluck dinners held at the smalltown school.&nbsp; She was famous for her fried bread, jams, and jellies.&nbsp; People adored her cinnamon apple butter and peach pit jelly.&nbsp; She canned for years, selling them at craft fairs and rodeo events.&nbsp; All the while her kids never went hungry or missed a sports practice or game even though it was an hour dirt road to town, one way. The game warden retired and together they built a log home close to a paved road. The kids helped but then went their own way coming to visit often.&nbsp; Their home was near McCoy, Colorado next to the Colorado River.&nbsp; Eva had a love for horses, taking six-week pack trips to the flattops of Colorado.&nbsp; She was the camp cook, cooking the big fish the game warden, Walt Woodward would catch by fly fishing in the moonlight on many lakes.She had a favorite horse named Tammy.&nbsp; A sorrel mare-half Tennessee walking horse.&nbsp; It was related to Walt’s horse Buck.&nbsp; Both could cover the trails in style.&nbsp;Eva was named after her Aunt Eva who also had a love for horses, judging from the photos, Eva was always on a horse. Leonard loved horses too. Together they raised Appaloosa horses in Eagle, CO. There was always a pony around for the kids and the ever-present donkey or two that JoAnn would ride, pregnant or not. Time passed, Walt died, and JoAnn choose to sell the house and move to Grand Junction, CO to be closer to friends. She was happy there, still canning fruit and veggies always had a dog around for company. Slowly the terrible grip of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease took over. She battled it for several years. Unfortunately, most of her family abandoned her when she ran out of money. Therefore, how many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren is unknown exactly. She does have one grandchild who is a grandpa so there are many. The one thing she wanted most was for her kids to get along. Who know for what many reasons that never happened. She is and was a wonderful person, the best mother possible, and is reunited with her true love in Heaven we can all count on that.

Eva JoAnn Craig Steggall (1932-2022)

Emalu Gunther, age 82 of Broken Bow, died October 25, 2022, at the Burwell Community Health Center in Burwell.

Funeral services will be held on Monday October 31, 2022, at 10:30 AM at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow with Father Jim Hunt officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.&nbsp; A rosary service will be held on Monday October 31, 2022, at 9:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Sunday October 30, 2022, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary with the family greeting friends 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Govier Brothers.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;

Emalu was born on February 3, 1940, to Clifford and Marguerite (Farritor) Patrick in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended Broken Bow High School.&nbsp; Emalu was married to Dwain Gunther on October 6, 1958, at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Emalu is survived by her husband Dwain of Broken Bow, son; Randell (Erin) of Chandler, AZ; daughter Tammy Mattox of Broken Bow; son Bradley (Margie) of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren; two sisters Cleo (Loren) Jacobsen of Broken Bow and Karen (Leon) Thompson of Atkinson, NE.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two infant sons Ronald and Dennis.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Emalu Gunther, age 82 of Broken Bow, died October 25, 2022, at the Burwell Community Health Center in Burwell.Funeral services will be held on Monday October 31, 2022, at 10:30 AM at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow with Father Jim Hunt officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.&nbsp; A rosary service will be held on Monday October 31, 2022, at 9:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Sunday October 30, 2022, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary with the family greeting friends 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Govier Brothers.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;Emalu was born on February 3, 1940, to Clifford and Marguerite (Farritor) Patrick in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended Broken Bow High School.&nbsp; Emalu was married to Dwain Gunther on October 6, 1958, at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Emalu is survived by her husband Dwain of Broken Bow, son; Randell (Erin) of Chandler, AZ; daughter Tammy Mattox of Broken Bow; son Bradley (Margie) of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren; two sisters Cleo (Loren) Jacobsen of Broken Bow and Karen (Leon) Thompson of Atkinson, NE.She was preceded in death by her parents and two infant sons Ronald and Dennis.&nbsp;

Emalu Gunther (1940-2022)

Billy Eugene Patton, age 82, formerly of Trenton, NE passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.

Billy was born February 10, 1940 in Proctor, CO to Herbert and Katherine (Tripe) Patton. On March 20, 1980, Billy married Shirley R. (Hard) Patton in McCook, NE.&nbsp; Billy attended the Stratton United Methodist Church and in his spare time, he enjoyed working on old cars.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Patricia; three brothers, Mike, Ed and Ken; a daughter, Billie; and former wives,&nbsp;Barbara Patton and Darlene Leonard.

Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Shirley Patton of Benkelman; sons, Mark Patton and Brian Patton, both of Yakima, WA; daughters, Kathy Patton of Yakima, WA and Christeana (Todd) Jordan and Mary (Don) Reid, all of Cheyenne, WY; step son, Chuck Haller of Stratton, NE; step daughters, Pamala (Doug) Carrell of Loveland, CO and Sherry Terwilliger of McCook, NE; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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 </figure>Billy Eugene Patton, age 82, formerly of Trenton, NE passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.Billy was born February 10, 1940 in Proctor, CO to Herbert and Katherine (Tripe) Patton. On March 20, 1980, Billy married Shirley R. (Hard) Patton in McCook, NE.&nbsp; Billy attended the Stratton United Methodist Church and in his spare time, he enjoyed working on old cars.Billy was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Patricia; three brothers, Mike, Ed and Ken; a daughter, Billie; and former wives,&nbsp;Barbara Patton and Darlene Leonard.Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Shirley Patton of Benkelman; sons, Mark Patton and Brian Patton, both of Yakima, WA; daughters, Kathy Patton of Yakima, WA and Christeana (Todd) Jordan and Mary (Don) Reid, all of Cheyenne, WY; step son, Chuck Haller of Stratton, NE; step daughters, Pamala (Doug) Carrell of Loveland, CO and Sherry Terwilliger of McCook, NE; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Billy E. Patton (1940-2022)

Jerry D. Williams, age 82, of Trenton, NE passed away at the El Dorado Manor on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Jerry was born on the family farm near Trenton in Hitchcock County on February 8, 1940, to Arthur “Skinny” and Lucy (Miller) Williams. Jerry attended school in Trenton, graduating from Trenton High School in 1958. He attended college at the University of Nebraska before joining the United States Army. Jerry served his country as a Military Police officer in Korea.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On June 18, 1961, Jerry was united in marriage to Jan Wray at the United&nbsp;Church of Christ in Trenton. To this union two sons were born, Brad and Brian. The family continued to farm the homeplace near&nbsp;Trenton.&nbsp;Jerry was inspired by his father's love of flying and Jerry soloed&nbsp;on his 16th&nbsp;birthday and received his private pilot’s license.&nbsp;Jerry continued flying, using his plane for&nbsp;personal&nbsp;and for work checking his farm and cattle.&nbsp;

Jerry was involved with the community, serving on the Cemetery Board, School Board and Rural Fire Department Board, Masonic Lodge, Tehama Shrine Club of McCook, NE, and the American Legion Post 337.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was also a member of the United Church of Christ which he was active in for many years. Jerry and Jan did take several trips as farming would allow. They traveled to Alaska, Arizona, and several southern states, as well as the east coast.&nbsp;&nbsp;In early years, the family spent many Sunday afternoons at the lake fishing and waterskiing.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, “Skinny” and Lucy Williams;&nbsp;in-laws, Jim and Vera Wray;&nbsp;sister-in-law, Jean (Wayne) Matson; brother-in-law,&nbsp;Max&nbsp;Wood.&nbsp;

Jerry is survived by his wife, Jan of Trenton; two sons, Brad (Mary) Williams&nbsp;of Trenton, Brian (Jackie) Williams of Lincoln; eight grandchildren; 16 great&nbsp;grandchildren; sister, Myrna Wood of Lincoln; and nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

The family honored Jerry's wishes to be cremated.&nbsp;A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held on Friday, October 28, 2022,&nbsp;at 10:00 AM at the United Congregational Church in Trenton, with Pastor Jean Miller officiating. Military Honors will be conducted at the graveside.&nbsp;Friends may leave online condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>. In Lieu of Flowers, the family asks that memorials be addressed to either the United Church of Christ or the Friends of the Trenton Library. Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Jerry D. Williams, age 82, of Trenton, NE passed away at the El Dorado Manor on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Jerry was born on the family farm near Trenton in Hitchcock County on February 8, 1940, to Arthur “Skinny” and Lucy (Miller) Williams. Jerry attended school in Trenton, graduating from Trenton High School in 1958. He attended college at the University of Nebraska before joining the United States Army. Jerry served his country as a Military Police officer in Korea.&nbsp;&nbsp;On June 18, 1961, Jerry was united in marriage to Jan Wray at the United&nbsp;Church of Christ in Trenton. To this union two sons were born, Brad and Brian. The family continued to farm the homeplace near&nbsp;Trenton.&nbsp;Jerry was inspired by his father's love of flying and Jerry soloed&nbsp;on his 16th&nbsp;birthday and received his private pilot’s license.&nbsp;Jerry continued flying, using his plane for&nbsp;personal&nbsp;and for work checking his farm and cattle.&nbsp;Jerry was involved with the community, serving on the Cemetery Board, School Board and Rural Fire Department Board, Masonic Lodge, Tehama Shrine Club of McCook, NE, and the American Legion Post 337.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was also a member of the United Church of Christ which he was active in for many years. Jerry and Jan did take several trips as farming would allow. They traveled to Alaska, Arizona, and several southern states, as well as the east coast.&nbsp;&nbsp;In early years, the family spent many Sunday afternoons at the lake fishing and waterskiing.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, “Skinny” and Lucy Williams;&nbsp;in-laws, Jim and Vera Wray;&nbsp;sister-in-law, Jean (Wayne) Matson; brother-in-law,&nbsp;Max&nbsp;Wood.&nbsp;Jerry is survived by his wife, Jan of Trenton; two sons, Brad (Mary) Williams&nbsp;of Trenton, Brian (Jackie) Williams of Lincoln; eight grandchildren; 16 great&nbsp;grandchildren; sister, Myrna Wood of Lincoln; and nieces and nephews.&nbsp;The family honored Jerry's wishes to be cremated.&nbsp;A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held on Friday, October 28, 2022,&nbsp;at 10:00 AM at the United Congregational Church in Trenton, with Pastor Jean Miller officiating. Military Honors will be conducted at the graveside.&nbsp;Friends may leave online condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>. In Lieu of Flowers, the family asks that memorials be addressed to either the United Church of Christ or the Friends of the Trenton Library. Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Jerry D. Williams (1940-2022)

Lawrence Egging, 89, of Gurley passed away late Wednesday evening, October 26, 2022 at his home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 3, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Celebrant being Bishop Joseph G. Hanefeldt and Concelebrants being Fr. C.P. Varghese and Fr. Martin Egging along with the Priests of the Grand Island Diocese.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery with military honors provided by United States Army Honor Guard, V.F.W. Post #610, DAV Chapter #40, and the American Legion Post #17. A vigil-rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the church with a time of fellowship to follow. A memorial has been established to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Egging family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com.

Lawrence was born January 16, 1933, to Gerhard and Nellie (Rieken) Egging, immigrants from the Netherlands, in the same home he passed away in.&nbsp; He attended St. Patrick’s Academy and graduated in 1952. Following graduation, he joined the military on June 9, 1954.&nbsp; When his father passed away, he was honorably discharged to come home and run the family farm with his mother. He met Carolee Janicek of Kimball at his nephew’s wedding and the two were married May 14, 1960.&nbsp; To this union 3 children were born: Martin, Carmen, and Kent. Lawrence spent over 40 years farming for the Goodwin family before retiring at the age of 81.&nbsp; During this time, he invented the “Soft Hammer”, a lead filled hammer, and sold it to local farmers. Lawrence was a member of the Gurley School Board for 8 ½ years and was part of the Gurley and Dalton consolidation in 1978. He will be fondly remembered as an Ornery Dutchman who loved to tell stories, and nobody was off limits. Lawrence and Carolee loved to dance, especially the jitterbug, and attended many dances over the years.&nbsp; He also loved to farm, fish, hunt, sketch and read.&nbsp; He would take the family to Lake McConaughy every Sunday where they would catch their limit, then water ski, but always fishing first.

He is survived by his children, Father Martin Egging of Grand Island, Carmen and husband Steve Draper of Dalton and son, Kent Egging and friend, Terry Loftus of Gurley; 1 granddaughter, Samantha and husband Keelan Halvorsen of Ketchikan, Alaska; brothers-in-law, Derald Janicek of Hot Springs, Arkansas and Duane and wife Fran Janicek of Kimball; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife, Carolee, parents, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, and other family members and friends.

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 </figure>Lawrence Egging, 89, of Gurley passed away late Wednesday evening, October 26, 2022 at his home.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 3, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Celebrant being Bishop Joseph G. Hanefeldt and Concelebrants being Fr. C.P. Varghese and Fr. Martin Egging along with the Priests of the Grand Island Diocese.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery with military honors provided by United States Army Honor Guard, V.F.W. Post #610, DAV Chapter #40, and the American Legion Post #17. A vigil-rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the church with a time of fellowship to follow. A memorial has been established to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Egging family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com.Lawrence was born January 16, 1933, to Gerhard and Nellie (Rieken) Egging, immigrants from the Netherlands, in the same home he passed away in.&nbsp; He attended St. Patrick’s Academy and graduated in 1952. Following graduation, he joined the military on June 9, 1954.&nbsp; When his father passed away, he was honorably discharged to come home and run the family farm with his mother. He met Carolee Janicek of Kimball at his nephew’s wedding and the two were married May 14, 1960.&nbsp; To this union 3 children were born: Martin, Carmen, and Kent. Lawrence spent over 40 years farming for the Goodwin family before retiring at the age of 81.&nbsp; During this time, he invented the “Soft Hammer”, a lead filled hammer, and sold it to local farmers. Lawrence was a member of the Gurley School Board for 8 ½ years and was part of the Gurley and Dalton consolidation in 1978. He will be fondly remembered as an Ornery Dutchman who loved to tell stories, and nobody was off limits. Lawrence and Carolee loved to dance, especially the jitterbug, and attended many dances over the years.&nbsp; He also loved to farm, fish, hunt, sketch and read.&nbsp; He would take the family to Lake McConaughy every Sunday where they would catch their limit, then water ski, but always fishing first.He is survived by his children, Father Martin Egging of Grand Island, Carmen and husband Steve Draper of Dalton and son, Kent Egging and friend, Terry Loftus of Gurley; 1 granddaughter, Samantha and husband Keelan Halvorsen of Ketchikan, Alaska; brothers-in-law, Derald Janicek of Hot Springs, Arkansas and Duane and wife Fran Janicek of Kimball; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife, Carolee, parents, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, and other family members and friends.

Lawrence Egging (1933-2022)

Terry Lee Osborne, age 71, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 27, 2022. He was born January 9, 1951, in North Platte, NE to&nbsp;William and Hazel Beatrice (Bokoskie) Osborne-Funk.

Terry was very proud to be a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served honorably in the&nbsp;United States Army. He was stationed in Vietnam from 1971-1972 where he was&nbsp;an E-5 Helicopter Crew Chief for the 571st&nbsp;Medevac Medical Evacuation from Northern DMZ to Danang. During&nbsp;his service he earned ‘The Air Medal’ on multiple occasions. This medal is awarded to individuals for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight in support of ground forces. Terry continued to serve by being a part of the honor guard for the American Legion Post #208.&nbsp; Terry went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad after returning home from Vietnam where he was a Conductor. &nbsp;Grandpa “choo-choo” as most of his grandkids called him, rode trains from North Platte to Gering in the early days, then was transferred over to the Cheyenne route.&nbsp; With the time spent away from home, his work friends truly became family. They liked to meet up at the Redwood in Cheyenne, WY. He worked for&nbsp;UPRR from 1972-2005&nbsp;before retiring. Terry enjoyed hitting the road with his family and friends to be outdoors. Many family vacations centered around hauling the boat to go fishing. He made the best of the Nebraska seasons. Deer, pheasant, and geese hunting would fill his calendar in the Fall and during the summer months you would find him on the water in a fishing boat he fixed up. He loved fishing, specifically for walleye. When not searching for the next big catch, he would enjoy relaxing afternoons on the river tanking with friends. His Ford truck(s) seemed to love to head West, taking many trips to Colorado to hunt elk. Whether the hunt was successful or not, his love of spending time outdoors made it well worth it. One of his favorite fishing trips was Halibut fishing in Alaska with friends. Terry always talked about going pheasant hunting in South Dakota, and in 2021 his kids made this a reality with a guided hunt, a memory that will not be forgotten. This trip was one of many of the stories told while sitting in the front yard listening to trains go by and having a ‘toddy’ in his favorite fine china (aka cottage cheese containers). On August 27, 2004, Terry was united in marriage with Carolyn Krebs-Osborne. Carolyn and Terry took many scenic routes when traveling, enjoying the beauty of the outdoors along with making friends along the way.&nbsp; Some of their fondest memories were snowmobiling at Grand Lake, an Alaskan cruise which included visiting an old Vietnam buddy, and attending the Sturgis rally. With their combined families, Terry had fun spending time with their kids and grandkids. He was a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Terry is survived by his wife Carolyn; Children: Trampas Osborne; Elery (Andy) Hoban; Wylie (Dana) Osborne; Stephanie Simpson; Samantha (Mike) Wallace; Landon (Sara) Frederick; Grandchildren: Teghan Osborne; Hunter Osborne, Berkeley, Cohen and Beckett Osborne, Echo and Will Wallace; Olivia, Sophia and Aubrey Businelle, Great-Grandchild: Bryson Osborne Siblings: Linda Boyle, Rocky Osborne, Sonya Funk and many nieces and nephews. Special friends include Dale Tederman, Rick Anderson and Gene Baker. Terry is preceded in death by: Parents William (Bill) Osborne, Hazel (Bea) and Charles Funk. Grandparents:&nbsp;William and Verna Funk, Louis and Hazel Bokoskie.&nbsp;Brothers: Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, and Teddy Funk. Brother-in-law: Mike Boyle.

Services will be held Tuesday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. A reception will follow at the Sutherland Legion Hall. Book signing will be held 9:00-5:00, Monday, October 31st, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sutherland American Legion Hall #208. Adam &amp; Swanson Funeral Home of North Platte, Nebraska are in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home website for those unable to attend.

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 </figure>Terry Lee Osborne, age 71, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 27, 2022. He was born January 9, 1951, in North Platte, NE to&nbsp;William and Hazel Beatrice (Bokoskie) Osborne-Funk.Terry was very proud to be a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served honorably in the&nbsp;United States Army. He was stationed in Vietnam from 1971-1972 where he was&nbsp;an E-5 Helicopter Crew Chief for the 571st&nbsp;Medevac Medical Evacuation from Northern DMZ to Danang. During&nbsp;his service he earned ‘The Air Medal’ on multiple occasions. This medal is awarded to individuals for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight in support of ground forces. Terry continued to serve by being a part of the honor guard for the American Legion Post #208.&nbsp; Terry went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad after returning home from Vietnam where he was a Conductor. &nbsp;Grandpa “choo-choo” as most of his grandkids called him, rode trains from North Platte to Gering in the early days, then was transferred over to the Cheyenne route.&nbsp; With the time spent away from home, his work friends truly became family. They liked to meet up at the Redwood in Cheyenne, WY. He worked for&nbsp;UPRR from 1972-2005&nbsp;before retiring. Terry enjoyed hitting the road with his family and friends to be outdoors. Many family vacations centered around hauling the boat to go fishing. He made the best of the Nebraska seasons. Deer, pheasant, and geese hunting would fill his calendar in the Fall and during the summer months you would find him on the water in a fishing boat he fixed up. He loved fishing, specifically for walleye. When not searching for the next big catch, he would enjoy relaxing afternoons on the river tanking with friends. His Ford truck(s) seemed to love to head West, taking many trips to Colorado to hunt elk. Whether the hunt was successful or not, his love of spending time outdoors made it well worth it. One of his favorite fishing trips was Halibut fishing in Alaska with friends. Terry always talked about going pheasant hunting in South Dakota, and in 2021 his kids made this a reality with a guided hunt, a memory that will not be forgotten. This trip was one of many of the stories told while sitting in the front yard listening to trains go by and having a ‘toddy’ in his favorite fine china (aka cottage cheese containers). On August 27, 2004, Terry was united in marriage with Carolyn Krebs-Osborne. Carolyn and Terry took many scenic routes when traveling, enjoying the beauty of the outdoors along with making friends along the way.&nbsp; Some of their fondest memories were snowmobiling at Grand Lake, an Alaskan cruise which included visiting an old Vietnam buddy, and attending the Sturgis rally. With their combined families, Terry had fun spending time with their kids and grandkids. He was a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.Terry is survived by his wife Carolyn; Children: Trampas Osborne; Elery (Andy) Hoban; Wylie (Dana) Osborne; Stephanie Simpson; Samantha (Mike) Wallace; Landon (Sara) Frederick; Grandchildren: Teghan Osborne; Hunter Osborne, Berkeley, Cohen and Beckett Osborne, Echo and Will Wallace; Olivia, Sophia and Aubrey Businelle, Great-Grandchild: Bryson Osborne Siblings: Linda Boyle, Rocky Osborne, Sonya Funk and many nieces and nephews. Special friends include Dale Tederman, Rick Anderson and Gene Baker. Terry is preceded in death by: Parents William (Bill) Osborne, Hazel (Bea) and Charles Funk. Grandparents:&nbsp;William and Verna Funk, Louis and Hazel Bokoskie.&nbsp;Brothers: Jamie Osborne, Kerby Osborne, and Teddy Funk. Brother-in-law: Mike Boyle.Services will be held Tuesday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. A reception will follow at the Sutherland Legion Hall. Book signing will be held 9:00-5:00, Monday, October 31st, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sutherland American Legion Hall #208. Adam &amp; Swanson Funeral Home of North Platte, Nebraska are in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home website for those unable to attend.

Terry L Osborne (1951-2022)

Virginia Rieker, 89, of Eustis, died October 25, 2022 in Elwood.

Virginia Lou Rieker, born February 8, 1933 in Gothenburg, was the oldest daughter of Alton and Anna (Stevens) Peterson. Virginia attended North Vroman Rural School, and graduated in 1950 from Gothenburg High School. Following graduation she was employed by Gothenburg Public Power. Realizing she didn't care for office work, she enrolled for summer courses earning a teaching certificate, which enabled her to teach in rural schools. She taught in both Custer and Dawson counties.&nbsp; On August 1, 1954, Virginia married Dwight Anderson. He was fatally injured in a harvest accident. On February 24, 1957 she married Raymond Rieker. The couple farmed and ranched near Eustis, and they were blessed with four children.&nbsp; Virginia raised a large garden, freezing and canning the surplus. She also lead 4-H clubs, teaching many young girls to sew. She managed the concession stand during the summer baseball season and also for the swim meets in Eustis. She taught Sunday School, Bible School and was active in bible studies as a circle member, and circle chairman. Virginia baked pretzels for wedding receptions and graduations and also taught pretzel making classes. One of her highlights was doing her demonstration at a Bread Fair at the Sheldon Art Gallery in Lincoln. Virginia took up quilting in later years, she enjoyed creating eye catching designs by using fabric. Virginia was baptized and confirmed in the United Methodist Church in Gothenburg.

Survivors include husband, Raymond Rieker; her children, Joyce (Terry) Buethe, Bruce (Dawn) Rieker, Arlyn (Susan) Rieker and Bryan (Julie) Rieker. Grandchildren, Chris (Kim) Buethe, Patty (Mike) Fulton, McKenna Rieker, Mitch Rieker, Kaitlyn Rieker, Haley Rieker, Jacob Rieker, Addison Rieker, Aidan Rieker, Ashton Rieker, and great-grandchildren, Jaxin and Elijah Buethe, and Noah Fulton, sisters, Glenda (David) Walker, Beverly Drullinger, brother-in-law, Ivan Vrtiska along with many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.&nbsp; Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Alton and Anna Peterson, grandson, Jared Buethe, brother Larry (Carolyn) Peterson, sisters, Margy (Don) Hennek and Karen Vrtiska, brother-in-law, Jerry Drullinger.

Services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11:00 am, with Pastor Jeff Cottingham officiating with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in the Eustis East Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Trinity Lutheran Church or the Eustis Senior Center.

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 </figure>Virginia Rieker, 89, of Eustis, died October 25, 2022 in Elwood.Virginia Lou Rieker, born February 8, 1933 in Gothenburg, was the oldest daughter of Alton and Anna (Stevens) Peterson. Virginia attended North Vroman Rural School, and graduated in 1950 from Gothenburg High School. Following graduation she was employed by Gothenburg Public Power. Realizing she didn't care for office work, she enrolled for summer courses earning a teaching certificate, which enabled her to teach in rural schools. She taught in both Custer and Dawson counties.&nbsp; On August 1, 1954, Virginia married Dwight Anderson. He was fatally injured in a harvest accident. On February 24, 1957 she married Raymond Rieker. The couple farmed and ranched near Eustis, and they were blessed with four children.&nbsp; Virginia raised a large garden, freezing and canning the surplus. She also lead 4-H clubs, teaching many young girls to sew. She managed the concession stand during the summer baseball season and also for the swim meets in Eustis. She taught Sunday School, Bible School and was active in bible studies as a circle member, and circle chairman. Virginia baked pretzels for wedding receptions and graduations and also taught pretzel making classes. One of her highlights was doing her demonstration at a Bread Fair at the Sheldon Art Gallery in Lincoln. Virginia took up quilting in later years, she enjoyed creating eye catching designs by using fabric. Virginia was baptized and confirmed in the United Methodist Church in Gothenburg.Survivors include husband, Raymond Rieker; her children, Joyce (Terry) Buethe, Bruce (Dawn) Rieker, Arlyn (Susan) Rieker and Bryan (Julie) Rieker. Grandchildren, Chris (Kim) Buethe, Patty (Mike) Fulton, McKenna Rieker, Mitch Rieker, Kaitlyn Rieker, Haley Rieker, Jacob Rieker, Addison Rieker, Aidan Rieker, Ashton Rieker, and great-grandchildren, Jaxin and Elijah Buethe, and Noah Fulton, sisters, Glenda (David) Walker, Beverly Drullinger, brother-in-law, Ivan Vrtiska along with many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.&nbsp; Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Alton and Anna Peterson, grandson, Jared Buethe, brother Larry (Carolyn) Peterson, sisters, Margy (Don) Hennek and Karen Vrtiska, brother-in-law, Jerry Drullinger.Services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11:00 am, with Pastor Jeff Cottingham officiating with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in the Eustis East Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Trinity Lutheran Church or the Eustis Senior Center.

Virginia Reiker (1933-2022)

"Lynn” Meissner, 76, passed away peacefully October 25, 2022 to join in heaven with her Heavenly Father. She was born on October 13, 1946 to William and Virginia (Wagnon) Sowle in North Platte, NE.

She married Gerald Meissner in Lexington, NE on May 27, 1968. They were blessed with five loving children, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her family was dear to her.

Lynn and Gerald owned Lynn’s Clipper Cuts and treated her customers like family. She also enjoyed serving the residents at Linden Court. Lynn loved cheering for the Huskers and she sponsored sports for many years.

Lynn is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.

She is survived by her husband Gerald of 54 years; children, Kenlyn, Kevin, Lesley, Troy and Ginia; grandchildren, Kendrick, Kendahl, Breanna, Austin, Matthew, Madison; great grandchildren, Aiden, Ethen, Lian, Mateo and Jace Meissner; sister, Rebecca (Sowle) Fhuere, brother, Wayne Sowle; Faye Sowle and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Thanksgiving was Lynn’s favorite holiday. She enjoyed her family getting together to give thanks. This Thanksgiving the family will celebrate her life.

Carpenter Memorial Chapel which has been entrusted with arrangement.

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 </figure>"Lynn” Meissner, 76, passed away peacefully October 25, 2022 to join in heaven with her Heavenly Father. She was born on October 13, 1946 to William and Virginia (Wagnon) Sowle in North Platte, NE.She married Gerald Meissner in Lexington, NE on May 27, 1968. They were blessed with five loving children, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her family was dear to her.Lynn and Gerald owned Lynn’s Clipper Cuts and treated her customers like family. She also enjoyed serving the residents at Linden Court. Lynn loved cheering for the Huskers and she sponsored sports for many years.Lynn is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.She is survived by her husband Gerald of 54 years; children, Kenlyn, Kevin, Lesley, Troy and Ginia; grandchildren, Kendrick, Kendahl, Breanna, Austin, Matthew, Madison; great grandchildren, Aiden, Ethen, Lian, Mateo and Jace Meissner; sister, Rebecca (Sowle) Fhuere, brother, Wayne Sowle; Faye Sowle and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.Thanksgiving was Lynn’s favorite holiday. She enjoyed her family getting together to give thanks. This Thanksgiving the family will celebrate her life.Carpenter Memorial Chapel which has been entrusted with arrangement.

F Lynn Meissner (1946-2022)

Michelle Renay McQude, 54, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away October 23, 2022 at her home in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born October 26, 1968 to Tom McQuade and Linda Durkin in North Platte.

Michelle attended North Platte Public Schools and graduated with the class of 1986.&nbsp; She lived in Denver, Colorado working as a secretary.&nbsp; In 1999 she was married to Tony Jolliffe. To this union two daughters were born, Taylor and Hunter.&nbsp; They lived in North Platte where they owned the Anchor Inn and she also worked at the WalMart D.C. center.&nbsp; Then in 2005 Michelle hired out on the Union Pacific Railroad as a clerk.&nbsp; She loved living at the lake as much as she loved football.&nbsp; Also enjoyed entertaining, cook and dancing.&nbsp; Michelle will always be remembered as a supportive mother.

She is survived by her two daughters, Taylor Eberle of Curtis, Nebraska, and Hunter Jolliffe of Hastings, Nebraska; 2 grandchildren, Rowan Eberle and River Eberle; siblings, Shawn (Rachelle) McQuade, North Platte, Nebraska, Cherie Ault, Gothenburg, Nebraska; step-mother, Mary McQuade, North Platte, Nebraska; special friend, Tony Aubushon, North Platte, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.&nbsp;

Michelle was preceded in death by her father Tom and mother Linda.

A memorial has been established to the family for the benefit of her granddaughters.&nbsp;

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

Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Michelle Renay McQude, 54, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away October 23, 2022 at her home in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born October 26, 1968 to Tom McQuade and Linda Durkin in North Platte.Michelle attended North Platte Public Schools and graduated with the class of 1986.&nbsp; She lived in Denver, Colorado working as a secretary.&nbsp; In 1999 she was married to Tony Jolliffe. To this union two daughters were born, Taylor and Hunter.&nbsp; They lived in North Platte where they owned the Anchor Inn and she also worked at the WalMart D.C. center.&nbsp; Then in 2005 Michelle hired out on the Union Pacific Railroad as a clerk.&nbsp; She loved living at the lake as much as she loved football.&nbsp; Also enjoyed entertaining, cook and dancing.&nbsp; Michelle will always be remembered as a supportive mother.She is survived by her two daughters, Taylor Eberle of Curtis, Nebraska, and Hunter Jolliffe of Hastings, Nebraska; 2 grandchildren, Rowan Eberle and River Eberle; siblings, Shawn (Rachelle) McQuade, North Platte, Nebraska, Cherie Ault, Gothenburg, Nebraska; step-mother, Mary McQuade, North Platte, Nebraska; special friend, Tony Aubushon, North Platte, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.&nbsp;Michelle was preceded in death by her father Tom and mother Linda.A memorial has been established to the family for the benefit of her granddaughters.&nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Private family services will be held at a later date.Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Michelle Renay McQuade (1968-2022)

Robert G. Furrow, 102, of Curtis, Nebraska, died October 25, 2022 in Curtis, NE.

He was born September 28, 1920 in Elwood, NE; son of Verne G. Furrow and Charlotte (Stevenson) Furrow. He moved with his parents to Maywood at the age of five and spent the remainder of his life in the Maywood and Curtis areas. He graduated from Maywood High School in 1938, attended McCook Junior College one year, and then attended a government- sponsored sheet metal school in North Platte. After that, he worked for the Boeing Aircraft Corporation in Seattle, Washington, until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1942. He spent three years in the Army with the Airborne Engineers in the European Theater of Operations.

He joined the Methodist Church at an early age and enjoyed singing in the choir for over 70 years. He also sang in the Curtis Easter Pageant Choir for 50 years, and sang for many funerals. On February 24, 1946, he married Eileen Farrar in Maywood. To this union three sons were born; Michael, Steven and Scott. Following his military service he was in partnership with his father in the grocery business in Maywood for 12 years, was manager of the Frontier County ASCS Office in Curtis for 24 years, then worked for the Maywood Insurance Agency in Maywood for two years before retiring. Besides his church work, Bob was a charter member of the Maywood Lions Club, served on the Maywood school board, village board, community hall board, the volunteer fire department, and worked with the Boy Scouts. He was also a past member of the Masons and Elks Club in McCook. Most currently, he was a member of the Maywood American Legion, VFW, Lions Club and the Curtis United Methodist Church.

He was fond of the out-of-doors and had spent much time hunting, fishing, golfing and working in the yard. He also spent many happy years following his three sons in all sports and academic events. He and Eileen traveled extensively, and had visited all 50 states.

Survivors include three sons, Mike (Jan) Furrow of Lincoln, Steve (Cynthia) Furrow of Ashville AL, Scott (Susan) Furrow of Wellfleet, two granddaughters, three grandsons, and six great-grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Eileen, grandson Chris Furrow, and his parents.

A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 29, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Curtis, NE with Pastor Tim McCrary officiating. Interment will be in the Maywood Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the First United Methodist Church, 407 East 5th Curtis, NE. 69025, or the Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course.

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 </figure>Robert G. Furrow, 102, of Curtis, Nebraska, died October 25, 2022 in Curtis, NE.He was born September 28, 1920 in Elwood, NE; son of Verne G. Furrow and Charlotte (Stevenson) Furrow. He moved with his parents to Maywood at the age of five and spent the remainder of his life in the Maywood and Curtis areas. He graduated from Maywood High School in 1938, attended McCook Junior College one year, and then attended a government- sponsored sheet metal school in North Platte. After that, he worked for the Boeing Aircraft Corporation in Seattle, Washington, until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1942. He spent three years in the Army with the Airborne Engineers in the European Theater of Operations.He joined the Methodist Church at an early age and enjoyed singing in the choir for over 70 years. He also sang in the Curtis Easter Pageant Choir for 50 years, and sang for many funerals. On February 24, 1946, he married Eileen Farrar in Maywood. To this union three sons were born; Michael, Steven and Scott. Following his military service he was in partnership with his father in the grocery business in Maywood for 12 years, was manager of the Frontier County ASCS Office in Curtis for 24 years, then worked for the Maywood Insurance Agency in Maywood for two years before retiring. Besides his church work, Bob was a charter member of the Maywood Lions Club, served on the Maywood school board, village board, community hall board, the volunteer fire department, and worked with the Boy Scouts. He was also a past member of the Masons and Elks Club in McCook. Most currently, he was a member of the Maywood American Legion, VFW, Lions Club and the Curtis United Methodist Church.He was fond of the out-of-doors and had spent much time hunting, fishing, golfing and working in the yard. He also spent many happy years following his three sons in all sports and academic events. He and Eileen traveled extensively, and had visited all 50 states.Survivors include three sons, Mike (Jan) Furrow of Lincoln, Steve (Cynthia) Furrow of Ashville AL, Scott (Susan) Furrow of Wellfleet, two granddaughters, three grandsons, and six great-grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Eileen, grandson Chris Furrow, and his parents.A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 29, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church, Curtis, NE with Pastor Tim McCrary officiating. Interment will be in the Maywood Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the First United Methodist Church, 407 East 5th Curtis, NE. 69025, or the Arrowhead Meadows Golf Course.

Robert "Bob" Furrow (1920-2022)

Linda Jean (Nelson) Flood passed away on October 23, 2022, at Great Plains Health. She was born March 28, 1948, to Harry and Viola (Patterson) Nelson in North Platte. Linda attended school in North Platte, graduating in 1966. Linda moved to California, working for the airlines that she traveled on. It was there she met Bob Flood. They had three children together. After moving back to Maxwell and North Platte, Linda worked several jobs, including the airlines in North Platte, the Eagles Club and Walmart before she retired. She was blessed with seven grandchildren; they were her pride and joy. Linda loved to go gambling. You could always find her on a flight to Wendover or Las Vegas. Linda was preceded in death by her parents; her sister-in-law, Joan; and recently her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Carolyn Nelson. Linda is survived by her life-long companion, Ron Koester; her children, Rob (Kristin) Flood, Jim (Jen) Flood and Cathy Kohler; grandchildren, Dillon Whittier, Jacob, Kyle and Ryan Kohler and Taryn, Jaycee and Tenley Flood; her brother, Steve; nephew, Klete and his family; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of friends.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Shrine Club Travel Fund. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Celebration of life will be at a later date. Memorial book signing is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 9, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Linda Jean (Nelson) Flood passed away on October 23, 2022, at Great Plains Health. She was born March 28, 1948, to Harry and Viola (Patterson) Nelson in North Platte. Linda attended school in North Platte, graduating in 1966. Linda moved to California, working for the airlines that she traveled on. It was there she met Bob Flood. They had three children together. After moving back to Maxwell and North Platte, Linda worked several jobs, including the airlines in North Platte, the Eagles Club and Walmart before she retired. She was blessed with seven grandchildren; they were her pride and joy. Linda loved to go gambling. You could always find her on a flight to Wendover or Las Vegas. Linda was preceded in death by her parents; her sister-in-law, Joan; and recently her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Carolyn Nelson. Linda is survived by her life-long companion, Ron Koester; her children, Rob (Kristin) Flood, Jim (Jen) Flood and Cathy Kohler; grandchildren, Dillon Whittier, Jacob, Kyle and Ryan Kohler and Taryn, Jaycee and Tenley Flood; her brother, Steve; nephew, Klete and his family; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of friends.Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Shrine Club Travel Fund. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Celebration of life will be at a later date. Memorial book signing is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 9, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with arrangements.

Linda Jean Flood (1948-2022)

Denise Barraclough, age 64, passed away in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on October 19, 2022. She was born December 20, 1957 to Lloyd and Donna (Mulvihill) Kallhoff in Kimball, NE.&nbsp; Denise lived in North Platte, NE the majority of her life until moving to Omaha, NE in 2017. Denise enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and traveling. Denise loved being outdoors, especially on the golf course with her friends and family.&nbsp; She was a caretaker her whole life, and shared her big heart and caring smile with anyone she met. Her pride and joy was her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Greg.

Denise is survived by her daughters, Lyndee (Matt) Brown and Ashley (Billy) Nichelson; grandchildren, Kaylee, Haden, Ryland, and Landon; great grandchild, Grayson; siblings, Deb, Gary, Doug, and Ann; and a host of family and friends.

A visitation will be held Saturday, October, 29, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Service to follow at 11:00 AM, at Good Shepherd Funeral Home's 90th street Chapel in Omaha.

Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.

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 </figure>Denise Barraclough, age 64, passed away in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on October 19, 2022. She was born December 20, 1957 to Lloyd and Donna (Mulvihill) Kallhoff in Kimball, NE.&nbsp; Denise lived in North Platte, NE the majority of her life until moving to Omaha, NE in 2017. Denise enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and traveling. Denise loved being outdoors, especially on the golf course with her friends and family.&nbsp; She was a caretaker her whole life, and shared her big heart and caring smile with anyone she met. Her pride and joy was her children and grandchildren.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Greg.Denise is survived by her daughters, Lyndee (Matt) Brown and Ashley (Billy) Nichelson; grandchildren, Kaylee, Haden, Ryland, and Landon; great grandchild, Grayson; siblings, Deb, Gary, Doug, and Ann; and a host of family and friends.A visitation will be held Saturday, October, 29, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Service to follow at 11:00 AM, at Good Shepherd Funeral Home's 90th street Chapel in Omaha.Service can be viewed online at:&nbsp;<figure>
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Denise Ann Barraclough (1957-2022)

Jose M. Godoy Pulido, 70, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington.

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;

Jose M. Godoy Pulido, 70, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington.Burial will be in Mexico.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;

Jose Maria Godoy Pulido (1951-2022)

Larry E. Sines, age 71, of McCook, NE, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Larry was born January 28,1951 in Sutherland, NE to parents Cleith Jr. and Evelyn Una (Swanson) Sines.&nbsp; Larry was one of five siblings who attended school in Imperial, NE, graduating from Imperial High School in 1969.

On August 2, 1971, Larry married the love of his life, Rosalie Ann (Schneider) Sines in McCook. The couple became parents to four children: Justin, Tyson, Wade and Morgan.&nbsp; Over the years, Larry worked as a truck driver and enjoyed spending time working on his trucks and old pickups.&nbsp; His family was his pride and joy.&nbsp;

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Justin Sines.

Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Rose Sines of McCook; daughter, Morgan (Keenan) Coady of McCook; brothers, Gary Sines of Arizona, Jack Sines of Imperial and John (Annette) Sines of North Platte, NE; sister, Carol Brown of Grant, NE; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Larry E. Sines, age 71, of McCook, NE, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at Community Hospital in McCook.Larry was born January 28,1951 in Sutherland, NE to parents Cleith Jr. and Evelyn Una (Swanson) Sines.&nbsp; Larry was one of five siblings who attended school in Imperial, NE, graduating from Imperial High School in 1969.On August 2, 1971, Larry married the love of his life, Rosalie Ann (Schneider) Sines in McCook. The couple became parents to four children: Justin, Tyson, Wade and Morgan.&nbsp; Over the years, Larry worked as a truck driver and enjoyed spending time working on his trucks and old pickups.&nbsp; His family was his pride and joy.&nbsp;Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Justin Sines.Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Rose Sines of McCook; daughter, Morgan (Keenan) Coady of McCook; brothers, Gary Sines of Arizona, Jack Sines of Imperial and John (Annette) Sines of North Platte, NE; sister, Carol Brown of Grant, NE; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Larry E Sines (1951-2022)

&nbsp; Joey Don Large was born on June 19, 1955, in Imperial, Nebraska. After suffering a stroke, he went to his Heavenly home on October 20, 2022. Joey was the first-born son to Marvin and Arlene (Kennedy) Large and the oldest of five children. He grew up in the Blanche Community until he graduated from Imperial High School in 1973. He attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and graduated with a degree in Agriculture Economics. While at UNL, he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity where he earned the nickname “Charge.” Joey moved to Hayes Center following his college graduation for his first job at First National Bank. On May 19, 1979, he married Myra Felzien, and they were blessed with three children: Andrea, Stacy and Ryan. They resided in Hayes Center and rural Hayes County before moving to Wauneta in 2006. Throughout his 42-year banking career, he worked for five banks but two locations (he hated bank mergers). When not busy working his “banker hours”, he also sold insurance and real estate. Joey believed in supporting local and serving where you live. He taught Sunday School for decades and coached softball for 27 years. He was on many boards, including Hayes County Ag Society, Hayes Center Village Board, Hayes County Community Foundation, Hayes Center Senior Center Board, Low Income Housing, Hayes Center Cemetery Board, Union Congregational Church Board, Wauneta Senior Center Board, 2019 Cattleman’s Ball of Nebraska, and the Wauneta Chamber Board. He was a banker by trade, but a cattleman by heart. He used his day job to support the success of his customers. He worked diligently to serve people and help them manage the financial side of agriculture. He loved everything cattle and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren show livestock. Blessed with 5 grandchildren, he enjoyed sharing his hobbies of reading, playing catch, watching western movies and cheering on the Huskers with them. His newest and best hobby was supporting the grandchildren’s activities. In 2017, Joey received a live donor kidney transplant at UNMC. He lived an additional five years after the transplant because of the unselfishness of many people, especially Tim Nowak. There are so many people waiting for a kidney. Please consider becoming a live donor. Survivors include: wife of 43 years Myra, daughter Andrea (Kip) Richards of Hayes Center, Stacy (Mark) Schleusener of Lincoln and Ryan of Enders. Grandchildren: Keenan, Hayley &amp; Sadie Richards and Aubrey &amp; Levi Schleusener. Siblings: Kevin Large, Dean Large, Dale (Elisa) Large, Regina (Stuart) Pederson. In-Laws: Marla (John) Wilkinson, Marcia (Ken) Mortensen, Murleen (Denny) Bellinger. Aunts: Lela Hamilton, Charlotte Large, Peggy (Bernard) Christner. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Marvin &amp; Arlene Large, father and mother-in-law, Ward and Eva Felzien, sisters-in-law, Sylvia Large, Sandy Large and Jan Large. Funeral Services for Joey will be held Thursday morning, October 27, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. (MT), at the United Methodist Church, Imperial, NE, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Wauneta, NE. Visitation will be held Wednesday afternoon, October 26, 2022, 4:00-7:00 p.m. (MT), at the Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, NE. He was passionate about 4-H and the youth involved. The family requests that memorials be given to the Hayes County 4-H Council or the Chase County 4-H Council. Joey lived his life serving Jesus by serving others. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; Joey Don Large was born on June 19, 1955, in Imperial, Nebraska. After suffering a stroke, he went to his Heavenly home on October 20, 2022. Joey was the first-born son to Marvin and Arlene (Kennedy) Large and the oldest of five children. He grew up in the Blanche Community until he graduated from Imperial High School in 1973. He attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and graduated with a degree in Agriculture Economics. While at UNL, he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity where he earned the nickname “Charge.” Joey moved to Hayes Center following his college graduation for his first job at First National Bank. On May 19, 1979, he married Myra Felzien, and they were blessed with three children: Andrea, Stacy and Ryan. They resided in Hayes Center and rural Hayes County before moving to Wauneta in 2006. Throughout his 42-year banking career, he worked for five banks but two locations (he hated bank mergers). When not busy working his “banker hours”, he also sold insurance and real estate. Joey believed in supporting local and serving where you live. He taught Sunday School for decades and coached softball for 27 years. He was on many boards, including Hayes County Ag Society, Hayes Center Village Board, Hayes County Community Foundation, Hayes Center Senior Center Board, Low Income Housing, Hayes Center Cemetery Board, Union Congregational Church Board, Wauneta Senior Center Board, 2019 Cattleman’s Ball of Nebraska, and the Wauneta Chamber Board. He was a banker by trade, but a cattleman by heart. He used his day job to support the success of his customers. He worked diligently to serve people and help them manage the financial side of agriculture. He loved everything cattle and enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren show livestock. Blessed with 5 grandchildren, he enjoyed sharing his hobbies of reading, playing catch, watching western movies and cheering on the Huskers with them. His newest and best hobby was supporting the grandchildren’s activities. In 2017, Joey received a live donor kidney transplant at UNMC. He lived an additional five years after the transplant because of the unselfishness of many people, especially Tim Nowak. There are so many people waiting for a kidney. Please consider becoming a live donor. Survivors include: wife of 43 years Myra, daughter Andrea (Kip) Richards of Hayes Center, Stacy (Mark) Schleusener of Lincoln and Ryan of Enders. Grandchildren: Keenan, Hayley &amp; Sadie Richards and Aubrey &amp; Levi Schleusener. Siblings: Kevin Large, Dean Large, Dale (Elisa) Large, Regina (Stuart) Pederson. In-Laws: Marla (John) Wilkinson, Marcia (Ken) Mortensen, Murleen (Denny) Bellinger. Aunts: Lela Hamilton, Charlotte Large, Peggy (Bernard) Christner. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Marvin &amp; Arlene Large, father and mother-in-law, Ward and Eva Felzien, sisters-in-law, Sylvia Large, Sandy Large and Jan Large. Funeral Services for Joey will be held Thursday morning, October 27, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. (MT), at the United Methodist Church, Imperial, NE, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Wauneta, NE. Visitation will be held Wednesday afternoon, October 26, 2022, 4:00-7:00 p.m. (MT), at the Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, NE. He was passionate about 4-H and the youth involved. The family requests that memorials be given to the Hayes County 4-H Council or the Chase County 4-H Council. Joey lived his life serving Jesus by serving others. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta has been entrusted with arrangements.

Joey D Large (1955-2022)

Mary Louise Stoetzel, age 87, of North Platte, died October 21, 2022 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; Mary was born on September 19, 1935 in Hershey, Nebraska to William and Helma (Hankins) Lunkwitz, on her grandfather’s farm.&nbsp;

Mary graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1954.&nbsp; She married Glen Stoetzel on October 23, 1954 in Belton, Texas.&nbsp; To this union four children were born Carol, Julie, Tim and LeAnn.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The couple lived in North Platte and then moved to Leu Ranch in Hayes County, and to Wellfleet, then back to North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mary always had an open door to everyone.&nbsp; Her hands were continually busy with church projects, China painting, and other activities with various organizations.&nbsp; Mary was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. She will always be remembered as a giving person.&nbsp;

She is survived by her children Carol (Monty) Brandes, Sierra Vista, Arizona, Julie (Mark) Brandes, North Platte, Nebraska, Tim (Dawn) Stoetzel, Maxwell, Nebraska, LeAnn (Shawn) Hindman, Granger, Iowa; sister, Margie Griffin, North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Linda (John) Fairley, Minatare, Nebraska; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other family members and friends.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents, William and Helma Lunkwitz; husband, Glen Stoetzel; infant sister, Iva Mae Lunkwitz; brother, Bill Lunkwitz; step-sister, Linda Spencer.

Memorials are suggested to the Lutheran World Relief or the Our Redeemer Endowment Foundation.&nbsp; Online condolences can be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, North Platte, with Reverend Daniel Ramsey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon – 7:00, Tuesday, October 25 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.

For those who are unable to attend the service will be lived streamed on our website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666723190136.jpeg" alt="Mary L Stoetzel" />
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 </figure>Mary Louise Stoetzel, age 87, of North Platte, died October 21, 2022 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; Mary was born on September 19, 1935 in Hershey, Nebraska to William and Helma (Hankins) Lunkwitz, on her grandfather’s farm.&nbsp;Mary graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1954.&nbsp; She married Glen Stoetzel on October 23, 1954 in Belton, Texas.&nbsp; To this union four children were born Carol, Julie, Tim and LeAnn.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The couple lived in North Platte and then moved to Leu Ranch in Hayes County, and to Wellfleet, then back to North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mary always had an open door to everyone.&nbsp; Her hands were continually busy with church projects, China painting, and other activities with various organizations.&nbsp; Mary was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. She will always be remembered as a giving person.&nbsp;She is survived by her children Carol (Monty) Brandes, Sierra Vista, Arizona, Julie (Mark) Brandes, North Platte, Nebraska, Tim (Dawn) Stoetzel, Maxwell, Nebraska, LeAnn (Shawn) Hindman, Granger, Iowa; sister, Margie Griffin, North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Linda (John) Fairley, Minatare, Nebraska; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other family members and friends.Mary is preceded in death by her parents, William and Helma Lunkwitz; husband, Glen Stoetzel; infant sister, Iva Mae Lunkwitz; brother, Bill Lunkwitz; step-sister, Linda Spencer.Memorials are suggested to the Lutheran World Relief or the Our Redeemer Endowment Foundation.&nbsp; Online condolences can be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, North Platte, with Reverend Daniel Ramsey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska. Visitation will be from noon – 7:00, Tuesday, October 25 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.For those who are unable to attend the service will be lived streamed on our website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Louise Stoetzel (1935-2022)

Jerri Lynn Aldave, 60, of North Platte, passed away at her home on October 22, 2022 in North Platte.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.  A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 31, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Riverside Baptist Church with Pastor Dwayne Johnson officiating.  Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666723097318.jpeg" alt="Jerri Lynn Aldave" />
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 </figure>Jerri Lynn Aldave, 60, of North Platte, passed away at her home on October 22, 2022 in North Platte. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 31, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Riverside Baptist Church with Pastor Dwayne Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.

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