&nbsp; Joanna Jane(Wilkerson) Bartels was born December 5, 1933, in Bayard, Nebraska, to Charlotte Poppe Oppedal and Joseph Lamborn. Joanna grew up and attended school in Bayard. In January of 1949, Joanna married Merl Davidson and to this union two daughters were born: Judy and Joyce. She later married Fred Wilkerson in November of 1997 and the couple made their home in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. In 2009, Joanna moved to Imperial where she met Robert Bartels. The couple married on October 29, 2016. Joanna and Bob made their retirement home in Imperial where they enjoyed the company of family and many friends. Joanna was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial. She enjoyed dancing and visiting with friends at the coffee club. Joanna loved spending time with family and friends, especially her daughter Joyce and all her grandchildren. Joanna was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, daughter Judy Davidson Jaeger, a sister, and two brothers. Joanna passed away Tuesday evening, August 2, 2022, at the Chase County Community Hospital, Imperial. She was 88 years of age. Survivors include: Daughter Joyce Terryberry and husband Steve of Imperial, NE. 5 Grandchildren: Joshua (Kerri) Jaeger, Jerome Jaeger, Stephanie (Tom) Rau, Matt (Carrie) Terryberry, Daniel (Vanessa) Terryberry. 13 Great-grandchildren: Jarod (McKayla) Jaeger, Jayden (Sophia) Jaeger, Kacy (Elias) Engbrecht, Kyleigh Jaeger, Paige Jaeger, Nathanael Rau, Nickolas Rau, Noah Rau, Markenna Terryberry, Carson Terryberry, Parker Terryberry, Trace Terryberry, Kye Terryberry. 1 Great-great-grandchild: Grace Lynn Jaeger. Brothers: Victor Lamborn, Russell Lamborn, and Bernard Oppedal. Memorial Services for Joanna will be held Monday morning, August 8, 2022, 10:00 a.m. (MT) at Zion Lutheran Church, Imperial, with Pastor Scott Adle officiating. Inurnment will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery, Lamar, Nebraska. No visitation, Joanna chose cremation. A memorial in Joanna’s memory has been suggested to the Rainbow Promise Preschool of Imperial. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Joanna Jane(Wilkerson) Bartels was born December 5, 1933, in Bayard, Nebraska, to Charlotte Poppe Oppedal and Joseph Lamborn. Joanna grew up and attended school in Bayard. In January of 1949, Joanna married Merl Davidson and to this union two daughters were born: Judy and Joyce. She later married Fred Wilkerson in November of 1997 and the couple made their home in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. In 2009, Joanna moved to Imperial where she met Robert Bartels. The couple married on October 29, 2016. Joanna and Bob made their retirement home in Imperial where they enjoyed the company of family and many friends. Joanna was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial. She enjoyed dancing and visiting with friends at the coffee club. Joanna loved spending time with family and friends, especially her daughter Joyce and all her grandchildren. Joanna was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, daughter Judy Davidson Jaeger, a sister, and two brothers. Joanna passed away Tuesday evening, August 2, 2022, at the Chase County Community Hospital, Imperial. She was 88 years of age. Survivors include: Daughter Joyce Terryberry and husband Steve of Imperial, NE. 5 Grandchildren: Joshua (Kerri) Jaeger, Jerome Jaeger, Stephanie (Tom) Rau, Matt (Carrie) Terryberry, Daniel (Vanessa) Terryberry. 13 Great-grandchildren: Jarod (McKayla) Jaeger, Jayden (Sophia) Jaeger, Kacy (Elias) Engbrecht, Kyleigh Jaeger, Paige Jaeger, Nathanael Rau, Nickolas Rau, Noah Rau, Markenna Terryberry, Carson Terryberry, Parker Terryberry, Trace Terryberry, Kye Terryberry. 1 Great-great-grandchild: Grace Lynn Jaeger. Brothers: Victor Lamborn, Russell Lamborn, and Bernard Oppedal. Memorial Services for Joanna will be held Monday morning, August 8, 2022, 10:00 a.m. (MT) at Zion Lutheran Church, Imperial, with Pastor Scott Adle officiating. Inurnment will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery, Lamar, Nebraska. No visitation, Joanna chose cremation. A memorial in Joanna’s memory has been suggested to the Rainbow Promise Preschool of Imperial. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp;

Joanna J (Wilkerson) Bartels (1933-2022)

Barbara Lee Magnuson was born October 31st, 1948 in Sutherland, Nebraska to Dellora (Sanders) and Dale Magnuson. Her early years were spent on a ranch at Bucktail, NE with her parents and two sisters. Barbara's earliest, but not remembered, life experience was the Blizzard of 1949. The family moved to Ogallala when Barbara was 5, where she attended kindergarten through high school and graduated in 1967. She excelled in Mrs. Putman's elementary dance programs.

Barbara attended beauty school in Lincoln, where she earned her degree. She then worked for Alice Vandevorde in Ogallala. The ladies loved her, she could do their hair however they wanted. She moved to Denver and went to work for Continental Airlines. They were hiring tall, beautiful women as stewardesses for the new, bigger Boeing 747s. Barbara flew out of Dallas and most enjoyed visiting several places throughout the United States and Mexico. Barbara returned to Denver. Her bubbly personality and huge smile made her outstanding in the cocktail/restaurant business. This experience propelled her into a career spanning over 20 years as a partner/owner/operator with Bernie Wojek of the Office Bar in Jamestown, North Dakota. Barbara learned to drive in feet, not inches, of snow and had many wonderful friends. Upon retirement, Barbara returned to her roots in Ogallala, where she has family and friends.&nbsp;

Barbara died on August 1st, 2022, at Ogallala Community Hospital with her family in attendance.

She was preceded in death by her parents and life partner Bernie Wojek. Barbara is survived by sisters, Roberta (Magnuson) Walker of Keystone, NE and Janice Magnuson of Fort Morgan, CO. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, Aunt Jo (Magnuson) and Uncle Bill Reutzel of Ogallala, as well as her cousins Linda (Magnuson) Tausan of Ogallala and Jean Magnuson of Ogallala.

Memorials are suggested to a charity of your choice, or the family will determine a recipient later. &nbsp;Visitation will be held Friday,&nbsp; August 12th, 2022 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE. &nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Saturday,&nbsp; August 13th, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in Draucker Funeral Home Chapel. Ron Jay will be officiating. &nbsp;Internment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Services will be live streamed from www.drauckerfh.com. &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com and clicking the share a memory button.

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 </figure>Barbara Lee Magnuson was born October 31st, 1948 in Sutherland, Nebraska to Dellora (Sanders) and Dale Magnuson. Her early years were spent on a ranch at Bucktail, NE with her parents and two sisters. Barbara's earliest, but not remembered, life experience was the Blizzard of 1949. The family moved to Ogallala when Barbara was 5, where she attended kindergarten through high school and graduated in 1967. She excelled in Mrs. Putman's elementary dance programs.Barbara attended beauty school in Lincoln, where she earned her degree. She then worked for Alice Vandevorde in Ogallala. The ladies loved her, she could do their hair however they wanted. She moved to Denver and went to work for Continental Airlines. They were hiring tall, beautiful women as stewardesses for the new, bigger Boeing 747s. Barbara flew out of Dallas and most enjoyed visiting several places throughout the United States and Mexico. Barbara returned to Denver. Her bubbly personality and huge smile made her outstanding in the cocktail/restaurant business. This experience propelled her into a career spanning over 20 years as a partner/owner/operator with Bernie Wojek of the Office Bar in Jamestown, North Dakota. Barbara learned to drive in feet, not inches, of snow and had many wonderful friends. Upon retirement, Barbara returned to her roots in Ogallala, where she has family and friends.&nbsp;Barbara died on August 1st, 2022, at Ogallala Community Hospital with her family in attendance.She was preceded in death by her parents and life partner Bernie Wojek. Barbara is survived by sisters, Roberta (Magnuson) Walker of Keystone, NE and Janice Magnuson of Fort Morgan, CO. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, Aunt Jo (Magnuson) and Uncle Bill Reutzel of Ogallala, as well as her cousins Linda (Magnuson) Tausan of Ogallala and Jean Magnuson of Ogallala.Memorials are suggested to a charity of your choice, or the family will determine a recipient later. &nbsp;Visitation will be held Friday,&nbsp; August 12th, 2022 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE. &nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Saturday,&nbsp; August 13th, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in Draucker Funeral Home Chapel. Ron Jay will be officiating. &nbsp;Internment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Services will be live streamed from www.drauckerfh.com. &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com and clicking the share a memory button.

Barbara Lee Magnuson (1948-2022)

Harriett&nbsp;Sims, 82, of North Platte, died August 2, 2022, at Centennial Park Retirement Home in North Platte.

Harriett was born February 21,1940, at North Platte to Cecil and Maude McKenney. She graduated from North Platte High school in 1958. On November 1, 1957, Harriett married Harry Sims while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. For 15 years, they were stationed at several East Coast military bases, including 2 1/2 years in Morocco, Africa, before returning to the states. They lived in New Mexico for 7 years, then returned to North Platte. During her life as a navy wife, she had four children. Harriett worked for Country Kitchen, JC Penney's, Sears and Great Plains Regional Medical Center (15 years in environmental services and as surgery tech). She retired October 31, 2019, from North Platte Public Schools Sodexo Food Service after working with them for 12 years.| Harriett loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they were the joys in her life. She loved watching their activities, no matter if it was sports or music or awards, and was always there when she could make it. Harriett also loved sports; she would watch every game she could of baseball, football and volleyball (especially the Huskers) and even if it was a replay from years ago, she would still watch.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Maude McKenney; her husband, Harry Sims, daughter, Patty Summers, and son, Michael Sims; grandson, Matthew Sims; her brothers, Don and Bob McKenney; sisters and brothers-in-law, Frances and Ray Barnett and Marylin and Curt Murphy; in-laws, Harry and Eva Sims; niece, Dona Jean Beeder; and nephew, Doug McKenney. Harriett is survived by her sons, Mitchell (Colleen) Sims of Ashtabula, OH, and Dan (Shandell) Sims of North Platte; son-in-law, Mike Summers of Hershey; and her brother, Jim (Pam) McKenney of North Platte. &nbsp; Also surviving her are several grandkids and great-grandkids including, Chris (Kourtney) Summers and their kids, Ethan, Macin, and Haven; Josh Summers and his family; Tanner and Hannah Sims;&nbsp; Shawn (Ashley) Sims and their kids, Cassidy, Eli, Reagan, and Olivia;Megan (Matthew) Fiechtner and their kids, Lukas and Samantha; Zach Sims; and Kaylen Sims and her kids, Alli and Sara; along with many more nieces, nephews and other family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Jean Anderson officiating. Harriett will then be laid to rest with her husband at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. on Sunday and prior to services at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

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 </figure>Harriett&nbsp;Sims, 82, of North Platte, died August 2, 2022, at Centennial Park Retirement Home in North Platte.Harriett was born February 21,1940, at North Platte to Cecil and Maude McKenney. She graduated from North Platte High school in 1958. On November 1, 1957, Harriett married Harry Sims while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. For 15 years, they were stationed at several East Coast military bases, including 2 1/2 years in Morocco, Africa, before returning to the states. They lived in New Mexico for 7 years, then returned to North Platte. During her life as a navy wife, she had four children. Harriett worked for Country Kitchen, JC Penney's, Sears and Great Plains Regional Medical Center (15 years in environmental services and as surgery tech). She retired October 31, 2019, from North Platte Public Schools Sodexo Food Service after working with them for 12 years.| Harriett loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they were the joys in her life. She loved watching their activities, no matter if it was sports or music or awards, and was always there when she could make it. Harriett also loved sports; she would watch every game she could of baseball, football and volleyball (especially the Huskers) and even if it was a replay from years ago, she would still watch.She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Maude McKenney; her husband, Harry Sims, daughter, Patty Summers, and son, Michael Sims; grandson, Matthew Sims; her brothers, Don and Bob McKenney; sisters and brothers-in-law, Frances and Ray Barnett and Marylin and Curt Murphy; in-laws, Harry and Eva Sims; niece, Dona Jean Beeder; and nephew, Doug McKenney. Harriett is survived by her sons, Mitchell (Colleen) Sims of Ashtabula, OH, and Dan (Shandell) Sims of North Platte; son-in-law, Mike Summers of Hershey; and her brother, Jim (Pam) McKenney of North Platte. &nbsp; Also surviving her are several grandkids and great-grandkids including, Chris (Kourtney) Summers and their kids, Ethan, Macin, and Haven; Josh Summers and his family; Tanner and Hannah Sims;&nbsp; Shawn (Ashley) Sims and their kids, Cassidy, Eli, Reagan, and Olivia;Megan (Matthew) Fiechtner and their kids, Lukas and Samantha; Zach Sims; and Kaylen Sims and her kids, Alli and Sara; along with many more nieces, nephews and other family.&nbsp;&nbsp; Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Jean Anderson officiating. Harriett will then be laid to rest with her husband at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. on Sunday and prior to services at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Harriett Sims (1940-2022)

Daniel Arthur Holliday, 69, died August 3, 2022 in Lincoln, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dan was born November 12, 1952 in Lexington, NE, son of William and Elaine (Johnson) Holliday.&nbsp; He grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School.&nbsp; Growing up and into his adult years he attended the United Methodist Church in Lexington. Dan enjoyed playing billiards and spending time in the shop doing woodworking.&nbsp; He was meticulous about mowing the yard and made sure that the lines were just right.&nbsp; He loved Eagles and enjoyed collecting different Eagle figures and beer steins over the years. He was married to Janet (Smith) Henderson for 18 years and had two children.&nbsp;

Survivors include son, Matthew (Shayla) Holliday; daughter, Stacey (Nate) Loose ; four grandchildren; brother, Rodney Holliday of Waxahachie, TX;&nbsp; and numerous cousins and extended family. Dan was preceded in death by his parents William and Elaine Holliday. Graveside Services will be held Monday, August 8, 2022 at the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Lexington, NE. To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com

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 </figure>Daniel Arthur Holliday, 69, died August 3, 2022 in Lincoln, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dan was born November 12, 1952 in Lexington, NE, son of William and Elaine (Johnson) Holliday.&nbsp; He grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School.&nbsp; Growing up and into his adult years he attended the United Methodist Church in Lexington. Dan enjoyed playing billiards and spending time in the shop doing woodworking.&nbsp; He was meticulous about mowing the yard and made sure that the lines were just right.&nbsp; He loved Eagles and enjoyed collecting different Eagle figures and beer steins over the years. He was married to Janet (Smith) Henderson for 18 years and had two children.&nbsp;Survivors include son, Matthew (Shayla) Holliday; daughter, Stacey (Nate) Loose ; four grandchildren; brother, Rodney Holliday of Waxahachie, TX;&nbsp; and numerous cousins and extended family. Dan was preceded in death by his parents William and Elaine Holliday. Graveside Services will be held Monday, August 8, 2022 at the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Lexington, NE. To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com

Daniel Arthur Holliday (1952-2022)

Funeral service for Walt Carstens, age 75, of Crookston will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, Aug. 9th&nbsp;at 5:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mr. Carstens passed away on Aug. 2 at his home in Crookston.

Survivors include: Daughter-Tammy Watson of Kearney Son-Kenny of Crookston Brother-Marvin of Sioux Falls, SD Sister-Katherine Hobden of Colorado

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 </figure>Funeral service for Walt Carstens, age 75, of Crookston will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, Aug. 9th&nbsp;at 5:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mr. Carstens passed away on Aug. 2 at his home in Crookston.Survivors include: Daughter-Tammy Watson of Kearney Son-Kenny of Crookston Brother-Marvin of Sioux Falls, SD Sister-Katherine Hobden of Colorado

Walter Carstens (age 75)

&nbsp;Walter “Bill” Guggenmos age 91, died August 2, 2022, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday August 9, 2022, at 10:00 AM at the Brewster Community Center.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will be in the Brewster Cemetery.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Monday Augst 8, 2022, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM with the family greeting friends 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. &nbsp;Walter “Bill” Anton Guggenmos was born January 6, 1931, to Walter J. and Alice (Bartunek) at Ord, Nebraska.&nbsp; His parents, two brothers, and three sisters lived on a farm 4 miles north of Ord.&nbsp; At the age of seventeen months, Walter’s mother passed away.&nbsp; His father was remarried in 1932 along with the birth of his youngest brother Lavern.&nbsp; The family purchased the Ferguson homestead 9 ½ miles east of Brewster in 1943 moving to Blaine County in 1944.&nbsp; Bill finished the 8th&nbsp;grade at Pleasant Valley and later graduated from Brewster High School in 1949. Bill joined the Coast Guard in September of 1949, and was stationed on both the east and west coast and served aboard the USCG Cutter Escanaba as a radio operator near the equator in the North Pacific during the Korean Conflict.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in November 1952 as a 1st&nbsp;class Petty Officer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On November 26, 1952, he married Ramona Holmes of Milburn.&nbsp; Three children were born to this union.&nbsp; The couple lived on the ranch helping his father.&nbsp; Bill also worked for the county part-time for five years as a maintainer operator.&nbsp; He also had a welding business, making hay sleds and other equipment as well as completing cabinet work in his spare time.&nbsp; He would later purchase the ranch from his father in 1965.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He served on the selective Service Board for 20+ years and was a director of Mid State Coop Board for 24 years at Sargent and a Farmers Home Administration Committee member for 12 years.&nbsp; Bill was baptized on June 10, 1934, at the First Methodist Church in Ord and became a member of the United Church of Christ at Brewster on March 21, 1967.&nbsp; He served as a deacon trustee moderator in 1989 and was a member of the Brewster Church Laymen.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Bill spent several years on the school board in addition to secretary of the original Board of Education during the consolidation and construction of the new high school in 1971 in Dunning which gave him much personal satisfaction.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;He belonged to the Elk’s Lodge in Ord for 37 years, County Commissioner for 8 years, and a member of the American Legion for 70 years.&nbsp; He was an Honored Member of the Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association and attended the Coast Guard Convention.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Bill’s hobbies consisted of hunting and fishing where he always looked forward to the start of deer season, and a lifetime member of the National Rifleman Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill always enjoyed the time spent with his family and always encouraged his children and grandchildren, “To do their best and then a little more.”

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; He is survived by his son Larry (Patty) Guggenmos of Brewster, daughter Rhonda (Gordon) Bradley of Hastings, and son Roger (Cindy) Guggenmos of Brewster; nine grandchildren: Jesse Guggenmos, Justin (Diane) Guggenmos, Lloyd (Lana) McIntyre, Dacia (Kyle) Oakeson, Jordan (Molly) McIntyre, Cody (Roxy) Guggenmos, Cory (Jennie) Guggenmos, Tyler (Sherry) Guggenmos and Brayden Guggenmos, and thirteen great grandchildren.&nbsp; Bill was preceded by his parents, wife Ramona, brothers Donald and Laverne, and his sisters Bethene, Leona, and Catherine.&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Walter “Bill” Guggenmos age 91, died August 2, 2022, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday August 9, 2022, at 10:00 AM at the Brewster Community Center.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors will be in the Brewster Cemetery.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Monday Augst 8, 2022, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM with the family greeting friends 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. &nbsp;Walter “Bill” Anton Guggenmos was born January 6, 1931, to Walter J. and Alice (Bartunek) at Ord, Nebraska.&nbsp; His parents, two brothers, and three sisters lived on a farm 4 miles north of Ord.&nbsp; At the age of seventeen months, Walter’s mother passed away.&nbsp; His father was remarried in 1932 along with the birth of his youngest brother Lavern.&nbsp; The family purchased the Ferguson homestead 9 ½ miles east of Brewster in 1943 moving to Blaine County in 1944.&nbsp; Bill finished the 8th&nbsp;grade at Pleasant Valley and later graduated from Brewster High School in 1949. Bill joined the Coast Guard in September of 1949, and was stationed on both the east and west coast and served aboard the USCG Cutter Escanaba as a radio operator near the equator in the North Pacific during the Korean Conflict.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in November 1952 as a 1st&nbsp;class Petty Officer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On November 26, 1952, he married Ramona Holmes of Milburn.&nbsp; Three children were born to this union.&nbsp; The couple lived on the ranch helping his father.&nbsp; Bill also worked for the county part-time for five years as a maintainer operator.&nbsp; He also had a welding business, making hay sleds and other equipment as well as completing cabinet work in his spare time.&nbsp; He would later purchase the ranch from his father in 1965.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He served on the selective Service Board for 20+ years and was a director of Mid State Coop Board for 24 years at Sargent and a Farmers Home Administration Committee member for 12 years.&nbsp; Bill was baptized on June 10, 1934, at the First Methodist Church in Ord and became a member of the United Church of Christ at Brewster on March 21, 1967.&nbsp; He served as a deacon trustee moderator in 1989 and was a member of the Brewster Church Laymen.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Bill spent several years on the school board in addition to secretary of the original Board of Education during the consolidation and construction of the new high school in 1971 in Dunning which gave him much personal satisfaction.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;He belonged to the Elk’s Lodge in Ord for 37 years, County Commissioner for 8 years, and a member of the American Legion for 70 years.&nbsp; He was an Honored Member of the Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association and attended the Coast Guard Convention.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Bill’s hobbies consisted of hunting and fishing where he always looked forward to the start of deer season, and a lifetime member of the National Rifleman Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bill always enjoyed the time spent with his family and always encouraged his children and grandchildren, “To do their best and then a little more.”&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; He is survived by his son Larry (Patty) Guggenmos of Brewster, daughter Rhonda (Gordon) Bradley of Hastings, and son Roger (Cindy) Guggenmos of Brewster; nine grandchildren: Jesse Guggenmos, Justin (Diane) Guggenmos, Lloyd (Lana) McIntyre, Dacia (Kyle) Oakeson, Jordan (Molly) McIntyre, Cody (Roxy) Guggenmos, Cory (Jennie) Guggenmos, Tyler (Sherry) Guggenmos and Brayden Guggenmos, and thirteen great grandchildren.&nbsp; Bill was preceded by his parents, wife Ramona, brothers Donald and Laverne, and his sisters Bethene, Leona, and Catherine.&nbsp;

Walter "Bill" Guggenmos (1931-2022)

Anthanett Cruz Mendoza, 76, of Cozad, Nebraska, formerly of Lexington, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Emerald Nursing &amp; Rehab in Cozad.

There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Anthanett’s wish for cremation. Burial will be held at a later date in Kansas.

A memorial has been established in Anthanett’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

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

Anthanett Cruz Mendoza, 76, of Cozad, Nebraska, formerly of Lexington, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Emerald Nursing &amp; Rehab in Cozad.There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Anthanett’s wish for cremation. Burial will be held at a later date in Kansas.A memorial has been established in Anthanett’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.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

Anthanett Cruz Mendoza (1946-2022)

Ophelia Mae (Holliman) Asche, 82, of Ogallala went to be with the Lord August 2nd, 2022 at Ogallala Community Hospital. She was born November 2nd, 1939 to Donald and Henrietta (Haughey) Holliman in St. Francis, Kansas. She graduated St. Francis High School in 1956, married Albert Stroup and were blessed with two beautiful children, Maria in 1957 and Neil in 1959. Ophelia traveled to several locations in support of Al’s career in teaching before settling in Brule in 1970.

After Ophelia and Al went their separate ways, she found new love with Kenneth Asche, and the two sealed their love February 20th, 1971. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2021 surrounded by their loved ones. After their retirement, they spent time traveling, and enjoying retirement at home surrounded by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ken and Ophelia took great care of their home and each other.

During her life, Ophelia enjoyed traveling, bowling, reading, painting, baking, crafting, tending to the flower garden, visiting with the neighbors, and playing solitaire. Her favorite part of life has been seeing her many grandkids, great-grandkids, and great-great-grandkids learn and grow. Ophelia was always smiling when the grandkids came to visit. She has been the best grandparent anyone could be blessed with.&nbsp;

Ophelia was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp;She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and desired for others to know and trust in Him.&nbsp; She regularly listened to and supported the radio broadcast of Sunday services from St. Paul’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ophelia is survived by her husband, Kenneth J. Asche of Ogallala, daughter, Maria Morava of Ogallala, step-daughters, Debra (Scot Richards) Brouillette of Osceola, NE, Nancy (John) Manweiler of St. George, UT, step-son Paul (Terri) Asche of Grand Island, NE.&nbsp; 19 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great-grandchildren and her special dog Ronnie. She is preceded in death by her son, Neil R. Stroup, her mother Henrietta Wilber, step-father William “Chic’ Wilber, father Donald Holliman, step-daughter Susan (Earl) Smith, her grandparents, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Memorial services will be Monday, August 8th, 2022 at 11:00 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;

Reverend Albert Bader of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala and Reverend John Manweiler of Trinity Lutheran St. George Utah will be co-officiating.

Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com.

Online condolences may be sent to www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Ophelia Asche</figcaption>
 </figure>Ophelia Mae (Holliman) Asche, 82, of Ogallala went to be with the Lord August 2nd, 2022 at Ogallala Community Hospital. She was born November 2nd, 1939 to Donald and Henrietta (Haughey) Holliman in St. Francis, Kansas. She graduated St. Francis High School in 1956, married Albert Stroup and were blessed with two beautiful children, Maria in 1957 and Neil in 1959. Ophelia traveled to several locations in support of Al’s career in teaching before settling in Brule in 1970.After Ophelia and Al went their separate ways, she found new love with Kenneth Asche, and the two sealed their love February 20th, 1971. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2021 surrounded by their loved ones. After their retirement, they spent time traveling, and enjoying retirement at home surrounded by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ken and Ophelia took great care of their home and each other.During her life, Ophelia enjoyed traveling, bowling, reading, painting, baking, crafting, tending to the flower garden, visiting with the neighbors, and playing solitaire. Her favorite part of life has been seeing her many grandkids, great-grandkids, and great-great-grandkids learn and grow. Ophelia was always smiling when the grandkids came to visit. She has been the best grandparent anyone could be blessed with.&nbsp;Ophelia was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp;She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and desired for others to know and trust in Him.&nbsp; She regularly listened to and supported the radio broadcast of Sunday services from St. Paul’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ophelia is survived by her husband, Kenneth J. Asche of Ogallala, daughter, Maria Morava of Ogallala, step-daughters, Debra (Scot Richards) Brouillette of Osceola, NE, Nancy (John) Manweiler of St. George, UT, step-son Paul (Terri) Asche of Grand Island, NE.&nbsp; 19 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great-grandchildren and her special dog Ronnie. She is preceded in death by her son, Neil R. Stroup, her mother Henrietta Wilber, step-father William “Chic’ Wilber, father Donald Holliman, step-daughter Susan (Earl) Smith, her grandparents, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.Memorial services will be Monday, August 8th, 2022 at 11:00 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;Reverend Albert Bader of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala and Reverend John Manweiler of Trinity Lutheran St. George Utah will be co-officiating.No inurnment is planned at this time.Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com.Online condolences may be sent to www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Ophelia  Mae Asche (1939-2022)

Ronald Richard Hall, 75, of Elwood, NE passed Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at CHI-Kearney, after mounting health issues and CLL. &nbsp;Ron was born October 14, 1946, to Garland and Evelyn (Cashler) Hall, in Greeley, CO.&nbsp; His siblings were Sonny &amp; Connie. Ron grew up in Colorado and would learn to be a Heavy Machinery operator. He continued this line of work when he moved to Melbeta/Minatare, NE area in early 1980's. He worked at the Sugar Factory in Scottsbluff, NE for many years as a Loader Operator. He met and married, Rosemary June (Lee) Snow on January 13, 1984. He would gain two daughters and a son. In May of 1985, he would take on the role of Grandpa, when he held his first grandchild, a role he absolutely loved. Ron and Rosemary would live in Louisville, KY for many years before retirement brought them back to Nebraska, to be closer to family. Retirement meant driving around Johnson Lake with a fishing pole always in reach. Ron is survived by daughter, Grace (Marvin) Cochrane, of rural Elwood; grand children: Elizabeth (Juan) Martinez-Molina, Briana, Angel &amp; Julian, of Lincoln, Amanda Molina and Goddaughter, Izabella Mae-Rose, of Lexington, Anthony (Adriana) Molina, Renata, Amaya and Viviana, of Lincoln, Nicole Molina and son, Joaquin of Lexington. Shyann (Colton) Walker, Tyson, Abraham and Callum, of Syracuse,&nbsp; NE. Son: Joe C Snow, of Sioux City, IA. Grandchildren: Kaysha (Stephen) Snow, Taysha, Tawny, Kyleigh &amp; Bradin. Also Kerra Snow &amp; Ashleigh(Kinzliegh &amp; Aiden), all of Greeley, CO. Chris Snow (Paisley, Aviannah &amp; Mabel), James, Mae-Rose &amp; Evelyn Snow, all of Winnebago, NE. Daughter: Lori (Eric) Hagan, of Elwood. Grandchildren: Adam Mathews, Dylan Mathews, of North Platte, NE. Jordan Hagan of KS. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 33 years, Rosemary, his parents &amp; granddaughter HopeMarie Snow, carrying baby Dominick &amp; great granddaughter, Adaline Grace Walker.

Cremation was chosen. A private family service and burial will be held near Johnson Lake at a later date. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Ronald Richard Hall, 75, of Elwood, NE passed Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at CHI-Kearney, after mounting health issues and CLL. &nbsp;Ron was born October 14, 1946, to Garland and Evelyn (Cashler) Hall, in Greeley, CO.&nbsp; His siblings were Sonny &amp; Connie. Ron grew up in Colorado and would learn to be a Heavy Machinery operator. He continued this line of work when he moved to Melbeta/Minatare, NE area in early 1980's. He worked at the Sugar Factory in Scottsbluff, NE for many years as a Loader Operator. He met and married, Rosemary June (Lee) Snow on January 13, 1984. He would gain two daughters and a son. In May of 1985, he would take on the role of Grandpa, when he held his first grandchild, a role he absolutely loved. Ron and Rosemary would live in Louisville, KY for many years before retirement brought them back to Nebraska, to be closer to family. Retirement meant driving around Johnson Lake with a fishing pole always in reach. Ron is survived by daughter, Grace (Marvin) Cochrane, of rural Elwood; grand children: Elizabeth (Juan) Martinez-Molina, Briana, Angel &amp; Julian, of Lincoln, Amanda Molina and Goddaughter, Izabella Mae-Rose, of Lexington, Anthony (Adriana) Molina, Renata, Amaya and Viviana, of Lincoln, Nicole Molina and son, Joaquin of Lexington. Shyann (Colton) Walker, Tyson, Abraham and Callum, of Syracuse,&nbsp; NE. Son: Joe C Snow, of Sioux City, IA. Grandchildren: Kaysha (Stephen) Snow, Taysha, Tawny, Kyleigh &amp; Bradin. Also Kerra Snow &amp; Ashleigh(Kinzliegh &amp; Aiden), all of Greeley, CO. Chris Snow (Paisley, Aviannah &amp; Mabel), James, Mae-Rose &amp; Evelyn Snow, all of Winnebago, NE. Daughter: Lori (Eric) Hagan, of Elwood. Grandchildren: Adam Mathews, Dylan Mathews, of North Platte, NE. Jordan Hagan of KS. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 33 years, Rosemary, his parents &amp; granddaughter HopeMarie Snow, carrying baby Dominick &amp; great granddaughter, Adaline Grace Walker.Cremation was chosen. A private family service and burial will be held near Johnson Lake at a later date. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Ronald Richard Hall (1946-2022)

Rodney Lee Koch of Cozad passed away Monday, August 1, 2022 at Elwood Care Center at the age of 89. Rodney was born on February 10, 1933 in Eustis, Nebraska to Rueben J. Koch and Opal J. Koch.&nbsp; During his youth, Rodney worked with his father in the trucking, corn shelling and combining business until he finished high school in 1950 and entered Kearney State Teacher's College in 1951.&nbsp; Rodney married his high school sweetheart, Wanda Lu Hess, on January 1, 1953 and they made their home in Kearney until Rodney’s graduation in 1955.&nbsp; Rodney accepted his first teaching position in Arapahoe, NE as an English teacher and remained there until 1961. At that point he was hired as superintendent of Holbrook Public Schools.&nbsp; In the summer of 1963 Rodney, Wanda and their young family moved back to Arapahoe where he took on the position of superintendent.&nbsp; He left that position until he took the position of superintendent in 1968 for Cozad Public Schools.&nbsp; Rodney served Cozad public schools for 27 years and retired from that position in 1995, after serving in education for a total of 42 years.&nbsp; During his time as a teacher and administrator Rodney received many honors and held numerous positions in educational organizations at the local and state levels.&nbsp; Rodney was extremely well respected by those who worked with him and for him.

During his marriage to Wanda they were blessed with the birth of four sons: Randall, Ronald, Russell, and Robbie.&nbsp; Rodney and his father, Reuben, worked to create an oasis for their family and friends on Plum Creek Canyon.&nbsp; The family spent many weekends enjoying their time together and making memories at the family cabin.

After retirement Rod and Wanda took the time to enjoy traveling together.&nbsp; They traveled around the United States and Europe and had many wonderful experiences.&nbsp; They remained in their home in Cozad and helped care for some of their grandchildren.&nbsp; Rodney enjoyed spending time with his education friends who had also retired and gossiping over coffee and with his Bible study group.

Rodney was preceded in death by his beloved wife Wanda, his son Randall and his parents, Reuben and Opal.&nbsp; Rodney is survived by his sons Ronald (Carol) and their sons, Derek Koch and Logan Koch, Russell (Quenna) and their children, Ian (Meridith) Koch, Savannah Koch, Mariah Koch (Jeremy Goodrich) and their children, Thea Rae and Emrys Goodrich, Robbie (Karen) and their children, Curtis (Jessica) Koch, Jaeden Koch and Rebecca Koch.&nbsp; Other survivors include grandchildren, Jeremy Koch (Bailey) and Hudson and Asher Koch, Jennifer and Jim Louthan, Jacqui (Austin) Hendrickson.

Memorials are suggested to the Cozad Community Foundation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be Friday, August 5, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. Private family burial will be held at Eustis East Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rodney Lee Koch of Cozad passed away Monday, August 1, 2022 at Elwood Care Center at the age of 89. Rodney was born on February 10, 1933 in Eustis, Nebraska to Rueben J. Koch and Opal J. Koch.&nbsp; During his youth, Rodney worked with his father in the trucking, corn shelling and combining business until he finished high school in 1950 and entered Kearney State Teacher's College in 1951.&nbsp; Rodney married his high school sweetheart, Wanda Lu Hess, on January 1, 1953 and they made their home in Kearney until Rodney’s graduation in 1955.&nbsp; Rodney accepted his first teaching position in Arapahoe, NE as an English teacher and remained there until 1961. At that point he was hired as superintendent of Holbrook Public Schools.&nbsp; In the summer of 1963 Rodney, Wanda and their young family moved back to Arapahoe where he took on the position of superintendent.&nbsp; He left that position until he took the position of superintendent in 1968 for Cozad Public Schools.&nbsp; Rodney served Cozad public schools for 27 years and retired from that position in 1995, after serving in education for a total of 42 years.&nbsp; During his time as a teacher and administrator Rodney received many honors and held numerous positions in educational organizations at the local and state levels.&nbsp; Rodney was extremely well respected by those who worked with him and for him.During his marriage to Wanda they were blessed with the birth of four sons: Randall, Ronald, Russell, and Robbie.&nbsp; Rodney and his father, Reuben, worked to create an oasis for their family and friends on Plum Creek Canyon.&nbsp; The family spent many weekends enjoying their time together and making memories at the family cabin.After retirement Rod and Wanda took the time to enjoy traveling together.&nbsp; They traveled around the United States and Europe and had many wonderful experiences.&nbsp; They remained in their home in Cozad and helped care for some of their grandchildren.&nbsp; Rodney enjoyed spending time with his education friends who had also retired and gossiping over coffee and with his Bible study group.Rodney was preceded in death by his beloved wife Wanda, his son Randall and his parents, Reuben and Opal.&nbsp; Rodney is survived by his sons Ronald (Carol) and their sons, Derek Koch and Logan Koch, Russell (Quenna) and their children, Ian (Meridith) Koch, Savannah Koch, Mariah Koch (Jeremy Goodrich) and their children, Thea Rae and Emrys Goodrich, Robbie (Karen) and their children, Curtis (Jessica) Koch, Jaeden Koch and Rebecca Koch.&nbsp; Other survivors include grandchildren, Jeremy Koch (Bailey) and Hudson and Asher Koch, Jennifer and Jim Louthan, Jacqui (Austin) Hendrickson.Memorials are suggested to the Cozad Community Foundation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be Friday, August 5, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. Private family burial will be held at Eustis East Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

Rodney Lee Koch (1933-2022)

Anna Lillian Prindle, 96 went peacefully to meet her Lord on August 1, 2022. Lillian was born on March 4, 1926 in Cascade, Nebraska northwest of Purdum. Her parents were John and Nelda Keller who homesteaded in the Cascade area.

She was married to Glen Nutter in 1943 and lived in Crawford, Nebraska during WWII before settling on a ranch northeast of Thedford. Children Linda and Joe were born to this marriage. Lillian said the birth of her children was the greatest joy in her life. Married to Clifford Prindle in 1964, she openly welcomed stepson Bert Prindle (Dee) of Dixon, Wyoming who called her his Mom.

Lillian graduated high school from the Nebraska School of Agriculture at Curtis in 1943. Her road to getting her education was sometimes difficult. She and her siblings rode horseback or in a horse-drawn buggy built by her brothers to the school house that was three and a half miles from their home. In the fifth grade she followed her siblings to school in Dunning where they stayed all week. After the school burned down her eighth-grade year, her parents boarded the teacher who taught Lillian. Of all the students in Cherry County she ranked fourth in highest academic honors. When she attended school in Curtis, she was only able to come home at Christmas and summer months. For twenty-six years Lillian was employed at the bank in Thedford. She saw it as the Citizen State Bank, Abbott Bank and Security First Bank. Her greatest accomplishment was being called to be a Stephen’s Ministry teacher. This program teaches lay people in the congregation to minister to those dealing with difficult circumstances in their lives. As a long-time member of the United Church of Christ she held most of the leadership positions over the years. She was instrumental in developing the Thomas County Historical Society in Thedford and worked tirelessly in collecting artifacts for the Museum. Lillian was the oldest member of TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) support group and was founder of the area Chapter in 1974.

Lillian is survived by daughter Linda Lillian (Eric) of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, son Joe A. (Kathy) of North Platte; eight granddaughters, eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great granddaughters; sister-in-law Ann Keller, nephews Neal, Marvin and Wayne Muirhead; nieces Carolyn Jezbera and Beverly Schwisow. Preceding her in death were her brothers Ted, Willard and Neal Keller; sister Eldora Muirhead; and great-grandchildren Destiny Robertson, twins Charlie and Sam Finnell, and Angelina Owens.

In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory can be made to United Church of Christ or Hillcrest Cemetery. Linda, Joe and families wish to thank the Thomas County Community for the care and love they have shown to their Mother over the years helping her to live independently in her beloved Sandhills just a little bit longer.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ in Thedford with Pastor Les Parmenter officiating. A visitation will be held on Saturday morning 9:00 AM until service time at the church. The funeral will be live stream on the Thomas County Parish Facebook page. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the United Church of Christ in Thedford or the Hillcrest Cemetery at Thedford. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

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 </figure>Anna Lillian Prindle, 96 went peacefully to meet her Lord on August 1, 2022. Lillian was born on March 4, 1926 in Cascade, Nebraska northwest of Purdum. Her parents were John and Nelda Keller who homesteaded in the Cascade area.She was married to Glen Nutter in 1943 and lived in Crawford, Nebraska during WWII before settling on a ranch northeast of Thedford. Children Linda and Joe were born to this marriage. Lillian said the birth of her children was the greatest joy in her life. Married to Clifford Prindle in 1964, she openly welcomed stepson Bert Prindle (Dee) of Dixon, Wyoming who called her his Mom.Lillian graduated high school from the Nebraska School of Agriculture at Curtis in 1943. Her road to getting her education was sometimes difficult. She and her siblings rode horseback or in a horse-drawn buggy built by her brothers to the school house that was three and a half miles from their home. In the fifth grade she followed her siblings to school in Dunning where they stayed all week. After the school burned down her eighth-grade year, her parents boarded the teacher who taught Lillian. Of all the students in Cherry County she ranked fourth in highest academic honors. When she attended school in Curtis, she was only able to come home at Christmas and summer months. For twenty-six years Lillian was employed at the bank in Thedford. She saw it as the Citizen State Bank, Abbott Bank and Security First Bank. Her greatest accomplishment was being called to be a Stephen’s Ministry teacher. This program teaches lay people in the congregation to minister to those dealing with difficult circumstances in their lives. As a long-time member of the United Church of Christ she held most of the leadership positions over the years. She was instrumental in developing the Thomas County Historical Society in Thedford and worked tirelessly in collecting artifacts for the Museum. Lillian was the oldest member of TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) support group and was founder of the area Chapter in 1974.Lillian is survived by daughter Linda Lillian (Eric) of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, son Joe A. (Kathy) of North Platte; eight granddaughters, eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great granddaughters; sister-in-law Ann Keller, nephews Neal, Marvin and Wayne Muirhead; nieces Carolyn Jezbera and Beverly Schwisow. Preceding her in death were her brothers Ted, Willard and Neal Keller; sister Eldora Muirhead; and great-grandchildren Destiny Robertson, twins Charlie and Sam Finnell, and Angelina Owens.In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory can be made to United Church of Christ or Hillcrest Cemetery. Linda, Joe and families wish to thank the Thomas County Community for the care and love they have shown to their Mother over the years helping her to live independently in her beloved Sandhills just a little bit longer.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ in Thedford with Pastor Les Parmenter officiating. A visitation will be held on Saturday morning 9:00 AM until service time at the church. The funeral will be live stream on the Thomas County Parish Facebook page. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the United Church of Christ in Thedford or the Hillcrest Cemetery at Thedford. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

Lillian Prindle (1926-2022)

&nbsp; Steven Lynn Wyss, age 68, of McCook, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022, at Hillcrest Nursing Home. Steve was born on February 28, 1954, to parents Howard and Charlotte (Dailey) Wyss. Steve grew up on the family farm near Stratton where he loved to ride motorcycles, feed the chickens, and eat watermelon. His favorite meal was hamburgers and French fries. Steve was known to snatch candy and knew where everyone kept their stash. Steve attended special training school in Cozad and later came to live at Southwest Area Training Services (SWATS) in McCook for 39 years. He had been living at Hillcrest Nursing Home since 2018 of which he loved and flourished. Preceding him in death were his parents, Howard and Charlotte Wyss; maternal and paternal grandparents; brother-in-law, Larry Eden; and great-niece, Margaret Ann Eden. Steve is survived by his sister, Dee Eden of McCook; nephew Matthew Eden and wife, Sheila, of McCook; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be Friday, August 5, 2022, 3:00 p.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery, Stratton, NE. A memorial, In Steven’s memory, has been suggested to the Wyss Family for a future designation. Benkelman Memorial Chapel of Benkelman has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Steven Lynn Wyss, age 68, of McCook, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022, at Hillcrest Nursing Home. Steve was born on February 28, 1954, to parents Howard and Charlotte (Dailey) Wyss. Steve grew up on the family farm near Stratton where he loved to ride motorcycles, feed the chickens, and eat watermelon. His favorite meal was hamburgers and French fries. Steve was known to snatch candy and knew where everyone kept their stash. Steve attended special training school in Cozad and later came to live at Southwest Area Training Services (SWATS) in McCook for 39 years. He had been living at Hillcrest Nursing Home since 2018 of which he loved and flourished. Preceding him in death were his parents, Howard and Charlotte Wyss; maternal and paternal grandparents; brother-in-law, Larry Eden; and great-niece, Margaret Ann Eden. Steve is survived by his sister, Dee Eden of McCook; nephew Matthew Eden and wife, Sheila, of McCook; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be Friday, August 5, 2022, 3:00 p.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery, Stratton, NE. A memorial, In Steven’s memory, has been suggested to the Wyss Family for a future designation. Benkelman Memorial Chapel of Benkelman has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steven L Wyss (1954-2022)

Mark E’van Griffis, 56, of North Platte, passed away July 31, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on November, 23, 1965 to Christina Sue (Torres) Griffis in Denver, CO.

Mark attended school in Denver.&nbsp; He married Janelle Alcon and to this union two daughters were born: Rikki and Reanna.&nbsp; Mark was a tattoo artist and owned Mark Your Spot Tattoos.&nbsp; On July 4, 2004, he married Tamara Morris Hill in Larned, KS.&nbsp; To this union a son E’van was born.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mark loved helping people and always helped people who were broke down.&nbsp; He did murals for the Bridge of Hope and for other people.&nbsp; Mark was very passionate about art, doing many types.&nbsp; He enjoyed golf but did not conquer it.

Survivors include children, E’van (Ashley Creager) Griffis of North Platte, Taime (Jessica) Hill of North Platte, Rikki Alcon of Colorado, Reanna (Rick) Griffis of Colorado; grandchildren, Thea Griffis, Coben Hill, Riley Hill, Jameson Hill, Frankie Griffis, Jr. Garcia, Jahlyssa Garcia, Nico Alcon, Alicia Vasquez, JCee Alcon, Noah Rodriquez, new grandchild coming soon; great grandchild, Renzo Giffis; brother, Terry (Becky) Scott; numerous other family members and friends.

Memorials are suggested to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Mark E’van Griffis, 56, of North Platte, passed away July 31, 2022.&nbsp; He was born on November, 23, 1965 to Christina Sue (Torres) Griffis in Denver, CO.Mark attended school in Denver.&nbsp; He married Janelle Alcon and to this union two daughters were born: Rikki and Reanna.&nbsp; Mark was a tattoo artist and owned Mark Your Spot Tattoos.&nbsp; On July 4, 2004, he married Tamara Morris Hill in Larned, KS.&nbsp; To this union a son E’van was born.&nbsp;&nbsp; Mark loved helping people and always helped people who were broke down.&nbsp; He did murals for the Bridge of Hope and for other people.&nbsp; Mark was very passionate about art, doing many types.&nbsp; He enjoyed golf but did not conquer it.Survivors include children, E’van (Ashley Creager) Griffis of North Platte, Taime (Jessica) Hill of North Platte, Rikki Alcon of Colorado, Reanna (Rick) Griffis of Colorado; grandchildren, Thea Griffis, Coben Hill, Riley Hill, Jameson Hill, Frankie Griffis, Jr. Garcia, Jahlyssa Garcia, Nico Alcon, Alicia Vasquez, JCee Alcon, Noah Rodriquez, new grandchild coming soon; great grandchild, Renzo Giffis; brother, Terry (Becky) Scott; numerous other family members and friends.Memorials are suggested to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Mark E. Griffis (1965-2022)

&nbsp; DEAN NIELSON, 83, of Brule, passed away August 1, 2022, at his home in Brule. Dean was born June 19, 1939, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Boyd and Barbara "Betty" (Monhart) Nielson. He graduated from Arthur High School with the class of 1958. On February 23, 1962, Dean married Patricia F. Mathison. The couple made their home at Alderpoint, California, where Dean worked as a timber cutter before moving to Colorado. Dean worked in the forestry industry most of his career, which took the family all over the northwest United States, and, eventually, Alaska. While in Alaska, Dean and Patty operated a 3-story Bed &amp; Breakfast that they built. Dean felled the trees and milled the lumber for the project himself. They spent nearly 30 years in Alaska, enjoying the company of visitors, the wildlife, fishing, and beautiful scenery. In 2011, Dean and Patty moved to Ogallala to be closer to family and, most recently, had been making their home in Brule. Hunting and fishing were built-in into Dean's DNA. He also loved to garden. He and Patty would often keep large gardens and put up produce every year together. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Roger and Dale; sisters, Betty Jo and Sandra; and a grandson, Bryant Prestegard. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Patricia of Brule; children, Terry Nielson of Puget Island, WA, Lyle (Brenda) Nielson of Forks, WA, Susan Olson of Brule, and Craig (Brenda) Nielson of Cathlamet, WA; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Dean's memory for later designation by his family. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; DEAN NIELSON, 83, of Brule, passed away August 1, 2022, at his home in Brule. Dean was born June 19, 1939, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Boyd and Barbara "Betty" (Monhart) Nielson. He graduated from Arthur High School with the class of 1958. On February 23, 1962, Dean married Patricia F. Mathison. The couple made their home at Alderpoint, California, where Dean worked as a timber cutter before moving to Colorado. Dean worked in the forestry industry most of his career, which took the family all over the northwest United States, and, eventually, Alaska. While in Alaska, Dean and Patty operated a 3-story Bed &amp; Breakfast that they built. Dean felled the trees and milled the lumber for the project himself. They spent nearly 30 years in Alaska, enjoying the company of visitors, the wildlife, fishing, and beautiful scenery. In 2011, Dean and Patty moved to Ogallala to be closer to family and, most recently, had been making their home in Brule. Hunting and fishing were built-in into Dean's DNA. He also loved to garden. He and Patty would often keep large gardens and put up produce every year together. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Roger and Dale; sisters, Betty Jo and Sandra; and a grandson, Bryant Prestegard. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Patricia of Brule; children, Terry Nielson of Puget Island, WA, Lyle (Brenda) Nielson of Forks, WA, Susan Olson of Brule, and Craig (Brenda) Nielson of Cathlamet, WA; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Dean's memory for later designation by his family. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dean Nielson (1939-2022)

&nbsp; GERMAN RIVAS GUTIERREZ, 26 of Ogallala, NE, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, NE. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Father Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the church. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; GERMAN RIVAS GUTIERREZ, 26 of Ogallala, NE, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, NE. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Father Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the church. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

German Rivas Gutierrez (1996-2022)

Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Schultz, age 63, of North Platte passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at her home.&nbsp;

Becky was born February 15, 1959, in Lincoln, Kansas to Charles (Bob) and Vera Callihan.&nbsp; Becky’s family lived in Kansas until her they moved to Wellfleet, Nebraska when she was in 6th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; Becky married Randy Schultz and raised three boys in North Platte.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; Becky reunited with Les Hazen (a childhood friend from Wellfleet) and they have been together for the last 12 years.&nbsp; Becky worked at Perkins Restaurant for 30 years as the night manager.&nbsp; In 2019, she retired. Becky loved the outdoors especially camping and fishing. She had many hobbies including jewelry making, collecting crystals and old buttons.&nbsp; Becky loved to play games with friends and family.&nbsp; Her favorites being cards and the board game “Sorry” (the meanest game ever).&nbsp; Her dogs Coco and Ivey were her babies.&nbsp; She would take them with her whenever she could.&nbsp; Becky loved her family and was always thinking of their needs.&nbsp;

Becky is survived by her loving partner Les Hazen and two sons William Schultz (Jessie) and Nicholas Schultz (Nicole) all of North Platte; two sisters Terry Duffield (Tom) of Chappell, NE and Deborah Carlson (Troy) of North Platte; one brother Robert Callihan (Denise) of Oshkosh, Ne her father Charles (Bob) Callihan of Lemoyne, Ne; and numerous nieces, nephews and loved ones.&nbsp; Becky was preceded in death by her son Lucas Schultz and her mother Vera Callihan.&nbsp;

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 6, at Adam and Swanson’s Funeral home in North Platte.&nbsp; With Celebration of Life held at the Moose Lodge immediately following the service.&nbsp; Family burial will take place at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;Book signing will be from 9 – 5, Friday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

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 <figcaption>Becky Schultz</figcaption>
 </figure>Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Schultz, age 63, of North Platte passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at her home.&nbsp;Becky was born February 15, 1959, in Lincoln, Kansas to Charles (Bob) and Vera Callihan.&nbsp; Becky’s family lived in Kansas until her they moved to Wellfleet, Nebraska when she was in 6th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; Becky married Randy Schultz and raised three boys in North Platte.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; Becky reunited with Les Hazen (a childhood friend from Wellfleet) and they have been together for the last 12 years.&nbsp; Becky worked at Perkins Restaurant for 30 years as the night manager.&nbsp; In 2019, she retired. Becky loved the outdoors especially camping and fishing. She had many hobbies including jewelry making, collecting crystals and old buttons.&nbsp; Becky loved to play games with friends and family.&nbsp; Her favorites being cards and the board game “Sorry” (the meanest game ever).&nbsp; Her dogs Coco and Ivey were her babies.&nbsp; She would take them with her whenever she could.&nbsp; Becky loved her family and was always thinking of their needs.&nbsp;Becky is survived by her loving partner Les Hazen and two sons William Schultz (Jessie) and Nicholas Schultz (Nicole) all of North Platte; two sisters Terry Duffield (Tom) of Chappell, NE and Deborah Carlson (Troy) of North Platte; one brother Robert Callihan (Denise) of Oshkosh, Ne her father Charles (Bob) Callihan of Lemoyne, Ne; and numerous nieces, nephews and loved ones.&nbsp; Becky was preceded in death by her son Lucas Schultz and her mother Vera Callihan.&nbsp;Services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 6, at Adam and Swanson’s Funeral home in North Platte.&nbsp; With Celebration of Life held at the Moose Lodge immediately following the service.&nbsp; Family burial will take place at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;Book signing will be from 9 – 5, Friday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Schultz (1959-2022)

Harvey Eugene Parker, age 89, passed away on July 28, 2022, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp; He was born on October 23, 1932, in North Platte, NE, to Irvin (Red) and Fern Garnett (White) Parker.&nbsp;

Harvey grew up on the family farm south of North Platte with his two brothers.&nbsp; He attended Huebner School through eighth grade and graduated from high school at the Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis, NE, in April of 1949. Harvey married Marilyn Elaine Graham on June 10, 1951, in Hershey, NE.&nbsp; He enlisted in the Army in 1953 and served until 1955.&nbsp; In 1960 Harvey and his family moved to Stapleton, NE, to join his brother in a farming and ranching operation.&nbsp; His life changed in 1975 when he trusted Jesus Christ as his Savior.&nbsp; Harvey and Marilyn moved to Gothenburg in 1985 when they purchased and operated the Daylight Donut Shop.&nbsp; In 2000 they retired and moved back to North Platte where Harvey lived until entering the nursing home in June of 2022.&nbsp; Harvey was actively involved at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, for more than 20 years.&nbsp;

Harvey is survived by his daughter LuAnn (Kevin) Badgley of Kearney, NE. and son Matthew (Mary) Parker of Harrison, NE.; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother Norlin (Janice) Parker; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents Irvin and Garnett; in-laws Harry and Mildred Graham; wife Marilyn; brother and sister-in-law Curtis and Ruth Parker; sister-in-law Gaylin Graham; brother-in-law Gary Graham; son James; and grandson Joshua Badgley.

Memorials may be given to Harrison Bible Church Junior Rodeo Bible Camp, Harrison, NE, Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, or KJLT Radio Station in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Funeral services will be held at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, Friday, August 5, at 10 a.m.&nbsp;Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Viewing will be from noon-7:00 p.m. with visitation with family from 5:00 -7:00 pm at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE, Thursday, August 4.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

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 </figure>Harvey Eugene Parker, age 89, passed away on July 28, 2022, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp; He was born on October 23, 1932, in North Platte, NE, to Irvin (Red) and Fern Garnett (White) Parker.&nbsp;Harvey grew up on the family farm south of North Platte with his two brothers.&nbsp; He attended Huebner School through eighth grade and graduated from high school at the Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis, NE, in April of 1949. Harvey married Marilyn Elaine Graham on June 10, 1951, in Hershey, NE.&nbsp; He enlisted in the Army in 1953 and served until 1955.&nbsp; In 1960 Harvey and his family moved to Stapleton, NE, to join his brother in a farming and ranching operation.&nbsp; His life changed in 1975 when he trusted Jesus Christ as his Savior.&nbsp; Harvey and Marilyn moved to Gothenburg in 1985 when they purchased and operated the Daylight Donut Shop.&nbsp; In 2000 they retired and moved back to North Platte where Harvey lived until entering the nursing home in June of 2022.&nbsp; Harvey was actively involved at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, for more than 20 years.&nbsp;Harvey is survived by his daughter LuAnn (Kevin) Badgley of Kearney, NE. and son Matthew (Mary) Parker of Harrison, NE.; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother Norlin (Janice) Parker; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents Irvin and Garnett; in-laws Harry and Mildred Graham; wife Marilyn; brother and sister-in-law Curtis and Ruth Parker; sister-in-law Gaylin Graham; brother-in-law Gary Graham; son James; and grandson Joshua Badgley.Memorials may be given to Harrison Bible Church Junior Rodeo Bible Camp, Harrison, NE, Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, or KJLT Radio Station in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Funeral services will be held at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, Friday, August 5, at 10 a.m.&nbsp;Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Viewing will be from noon-7:00 p.m. with visitation with family from 5:00 -7:00 pm at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE, Thursday, August 4.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Harvey E. Parker (1932-2022)

Robert "Bob" L. Peterson, age 84, of Stapleton, Nebraska passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, August 1st, 2022.&nbsp;

Robert was born in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1937 to James and Lilian Marie Peterson.&nbsp;&nbsp;When he was a young child, his family moved to a farm in Royal, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;It was hard work, but a good life for Bob and his five siblings and parents. After graduating, Bob served 10 years in the National Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1966, Bob married Verna Birth and moved to a small farm near his parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;There they had a daughter, Angela.&nbsp;&nbsp;Soon after Angela was born, they moved to the Sandhills where they started ranching. Bob loved this life and the beauty the Sandhills offered.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1981, Bob and Verna welcomed their second child, Matthew.&nbsp; In 1988 Verna passed away.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob remarried in 2007 to Chris and they have enjoyed life on the ranch with their dogs up until his death. Beside the constant demand of running a ranch, Bob drove a school bus for the Stapleton Public Schools and later worked for Paulsen Construction.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob loved to lend a helping hand, made it a point to assist anyone who needed him, did it all with a friendly smile and no sign of it being an inconvenience. Bob enjoyed life to the fullest and had many hobbies.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved fishing and being outside in his garden.&nbsp;&nbsp;He grew quite a large garden, and we could always count on a huge harvest of very nice vegetables.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also loved hiking and exploring new places and collected many beautiful and unique rocks on his adventures.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob loved the outdoors, and especially loved thunderstorms. He reported the local weather to the National Weather Service in Thedford. He loved taking photos and found many opportunities on the ranch. He even had a photo published in a Nebraska&nbsp;calendar. Bob will always be remembered for his love of huge bonfires and fireworks.&nbsp; During the winter, Bob could often be found canning jellies or jams or baking up goodies to share with friends and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also loved reading and watching old westerns.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob always had two or three dogs around the place, and they were like family to him.&nbsp;&nbsp;All who knew him, knew he loved to be silly and make people laugh, he was a prankster and has left his friends and family with many humorous memories.

Robert is survived by his wife, Chris, his daughter Angela (Nicholas) Horton of Parker, Colorado; his son, Matt (Christel) Peterson of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. His grandchildren, Alex (Olivia) Horton of Goodland Kansas; Shyanne (Tyler) Clark of Wayland, Michigan; Tristan and Kenaniah Horton; Jeremiah, Elliana and Haley Peterson.&nbsp; His great grandchildren Bella, Castiel Horton and Jesse Clark; and his sisters, Joan Nielson and Jean Scott.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also nephews and nieces and other family. Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Verna, parents James and Lilian Marie Peterson, and his siblings, Donald Peterson, Jim Peterson, and Jerry Peterson.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Frank Scott officiating.&nbsp; Service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend at the funeral home website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 7th&nbsp;from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp; The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Gandy Community Church.

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 </figure>Robert "Bob" L. Peterson, age 84, of Stapleton, Nebraska passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, August 1st, 2022.&nbsp;Robert was born in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1937 to James and Lilian Marie Peterson.&nbsp;&nbsp;When he was a young child, his family moved to a farm in Royal, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;It was hard work, but a good life for Bob and his five siblings and parents. After graduating, Bob served 10 years in the National Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1966, Bob married Verna Birth and moved to a small farm near his parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;There they had a daughter, Angela.&nbsp;&nbsp;Soon after Angela was born, they moved to the Sandhills where they started ranching. Bob loved this life and the beauty the Sandhills offered.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1981, Bob and Verna welcomed their second child, Matthew.&nbsp; In 1988 Verna passed away.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob remarried in 2007 to Chris and they have enjoyed life on the ranch with their dogs up until his death. Beside the constant demand of running a ranch, Bob drove a school bus for the Stapleton Public Schools and later worked for Paulsen Construction.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob loved to lend a helping hand, made it a point to assist anyone who needed him, did it all with a friendly smile and no sign of it being an inconvenience. Bob enjoyed life to the fullest and had many hobbies.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved fishing and being outside in his garden.&nbsp;&nbsp;He grew quite a large garden, and we could always count on a huge harvest of very nice vegetables.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also loved hiking and exploring new places and collected many beautiful and unique rocks on his adventures.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob loved the outdoors, and especially loved thunderstorms. He reported the local weather to the National Weather Service in Thedford. He loved taking photos and found many opportunities on the ranch. He even had a photo published in a Nebraska&nbsp;calendar. Bob will always be remembered for his love of huge bonfires and fireworks.&nbsp; During the winter, Bob could often be found canning jellies or jams or baking up goodies to share with friends and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also loved reading and watching old westerns.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob always had two or three dogs around the place, and they were like family to him.&nbsp;&nbsp;All who knew him, knew he loved to be silly and make people laugh, he was a prankster and has left his friends and family with many humorous memories.Robert is survived by his wife, Chris, his daughter Angela (Nicholas) Horton of Parker, Colorado; his son, Matt (Christel) Peterson of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. His grandchildren, Alex (Olivia) Horton of Goodland Kansas; Shyanne (Tyler) Clark of Wayland, Michigan; Tristan and Kenaniah Horton; Jeremiah, Elliana and Haley Peterson.&nbsp; His great grandchildren Bella, Castiel Horton and Jesse Clark; and his sisters, Joan Nielson and Jean Scott.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also nephews and nieces and other family. Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Verna, parents James and Lilian Marie Peterson, and his siblings, Donald Peterson, Jim Peterson, and Jerry Peterson.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 8, 2022, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Frank Scott officiating.&nbsp; Service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend at the funeral home website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 7th&nbsp;from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp; The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Gandy Community Church.

Robert "Bob" L. Peterson (1937-2022)

Glenn Arthur Cofer, local farmer/rancher for 64 years, passed away peacefully in the family home surrounded by loved ones on July 30, 2022. He was born July 19, 1928 in Grand Junction, CO, the youngest of three boys to Clyde and Alda McGeorge Cofer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenn entered military service at the age of 17, serving in the Army-Airforce where he was stationed at the 15th Airforce Headquarters, Peterson Airforce Base, Colo Springs, Colorado.&nbsp; Then he was transferred to Denver where he received his mechanical training.&nbsp; His rank was Sargent and he received his Honorable Discharge on February 2, 1949.&nbsp; Glenn married Maurine Qualley, October 19, 1947, First Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Platte.&nbsp; During the fall of 1950 they moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he worked two jobs at the same time, International Harvester Trucks and Crooks Warehouse as a truck mechanic.&nbsp; March 1, 1956 the family moved to North Platte, Nebraska to begin farming/ranching and at the same time he worked for various mechanical shops and the UP-Diesel mechanic shop. He most enjoyed being in the sandhills building fence!&nbsp; He was a Jack of all trades - vet, mechanic, plumber, electrician, carpenter, welder, tool inventor, etc.

Glenn is survived by his wife Maurine of 74 years; his two children, Glenna (Greg) Brissey, Fort Collins, Colorado and JoAnn Cofer-Ziemski (Eric Prall), Grand Island, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Megan (fiancé Jon Sparks) Brissey, Highland, California, Lauren Brissey, Ft. Collins, Colorado, Cameron Cofer-Ziemski, Kearney, Nebraska, and Connor Cofer-Ziemski, Kearney, Nebraska; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Alda Cofer; brothers, Leland Cofer and Floyd Cofer.

He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles and Muzzleloaders. Over his life he sponsored 4-H bus summer tours, helped with horse shows, ushered at First Lutheran, traveled the US via bus trips and in their motorhome, also jeeping through the mountains of Colorado.&nbsp; He had a wonderful life...

Memorials are suggested to the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Platte or St. Jude’s Children Hospital. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska, with full Military Honors.&nbsp; Pastor Patrick Sipes will be officiating.&nbsp; Book signing will be from noon – 5:00, Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/8/1659457190225.jpeg" alt="Glenn Cofer" />
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 </figure>Glenn Arthur Cofer, local farmer/rancher for 64 years, passed away peacefully in the family home surrounded by loved ones on July 30, 2022. He was born July 19, 1928 in Grand Junction, CO, the youngest of three boys to Clyde and Alda McGeorge Cofer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glenn entered military service at the age of 17, serving in the Army-Airforce where he was stationed at the 15th Airforce Headquarters, Peterson Airforce Base, Colo Springs, Colorado.&nbsp; Then he was transferred to Denver where he received his mechanical training.&nbsp; His rank was Sargent and he received his Honorable Discharge on February 2, 1949.&nbsp; Glenn married Maurine Qualley, October 19, 1947, First Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Platte.&nbsp; During the fall of 1950 they moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he worked two jobs at the same time, International Harvester Trucks and Crooks Warehouse as a truck mechanic.&nbsp; March 1, 1956 the family moved to North Platte, Nebraska to begin farming/ranching and at the same time he worked for various mechanical shops and the UP-Diesel mechanic shop. He most enjoyed being in the sandhills building fence!&nbsp; He was a Jack of all trades - vet, mechanic, plumber, electrician, carpenter, welder, tool inventor, etc.Glenn is survived by his wife Maurine of 74 years; his two children, Glenna (Greg) Brissey, Fort Collins, Colorado and JoAnn Cofer-Ziemski (Eric Prall), Grand Island, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Megan (fiancé Jon Sparks) Brissey, Highland, California, Lauren Brissey, Ft. Collins, Colorado, Cameron Cofer-Ziemski, Kearney, Nebraska, and Connor Cofer-Ziemski, Kearney, Nebraska; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Alda Cofer; brothers, Leland Cofer and Floyd Cofer.He was a member of the American Legion, Eagles and Muzzleloaders. Over his life he sponsored 4-H bus summer tours, helped with horse shows, ushered at First Lutheran, traveled the US via bus trips and in their motorhome, also jeeping through the mountains of Colorado.&nbsp; He had a wonderful life...Memorials are suggested to the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Platte or St. Jude’s Children Hospital. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska, with full Military Honors.&nbsp; Pastor Patrick Sipes will be officiating.&nbsp; Book signing will be from noon – 5:00, Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Glenn Cofer (1928-2022)

Hazel Claire Pharris, 97, of Cozad, Nebraska, passed away July 24, 2022, at Emerald Nursing &amp; Rehab, Cozad, Nebraska. Immediately prior to that she resided at Meadowlark Pointe Assisted Living in Cozad. Hazel was born as Hazel Claire Danquist on May 9, 1925 at Bonners Ferry, Idaho, a small town located&nbsp;just 27 miles&nbsp;south of the Canadian Border on the Kootenai River. The town had developed around a trading post and ferry established in the early 1870s by pioneers to the Pacific Northwest. Hazel attended the University of Idaho up until she married Earl R. Pharris on July 10, 1949 in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, with whom she remained for the rest of her life. Hazel then worked at the University of Idaho until her husband graduated from the school. Hazel and her husband moved to Missoula, Montana for his first job after he graduated from the University of Idaho. They subsequently moved to Portland, Oregon where her husband went to work for Armour &amp; Company. Hazel and her husband then moved to Cozad, Nebraska in 1955, where they lived out the rest of their lives with family and friends. Her husband managed the Armour &amp; Company feedlot just east of Cozad for 18 years. Hazel was a homemaker and mother to her and her husband’s three sons. Hazel was a Cub Scout Den Mother; a 4-H Club mom; a member of PEO; a member of the American Lutheran Church and the Church’s Circle; a supporter of all of her husband’s community and state activities; a supporter of all of her sons’ school, athletic, and extra-curricular activities; a member of several bridge clubs; an early member of the Cozad Women’s Bowling Association; a President of the Cozad Women’s Golf Association; and an avid Husker Football fan. Her hobbies included sewing, knitting, quilting, and golf. Hazel dearly loved to travel both within and outside the United States. Hazel will be remembered as an extremely kind, caring, sweet, and friendly woman who always did her best to help others in need of her skills and services and always tried to make everyone around her happy. That was always of utmost importance to her, and truly defined her as a person. The word “No” did not exist in her vocabulary whenever asked to do something for others. She routinely volunteered for tasks at the American Lutheran Church and delivered “Meals on Wheels” to people in need of such assistance. For these reasons, she is to be missed by many and not soon forgotten by all those who came in contact with her.

Hazel is survived by her three sons, John, Robert, and Jeff Pharris; her daughter-in-law, Joni (Klein) Pharris; her six grandchildren, Caleb Pharris, Jordan Pharris, Joshua Pharris, Madeline (Pharris) Bannister, Jared Pharris and Jordann Pharris; and two great-grandchildren, Della Bannister and Weston Pharris.

In lieu of flowers or other memorials to Hazel, the family requests that donations be made to the Hazel C. Pharris Memorial Fund established at Waypoint Bank, Cozad, Nebraska, all of the proceeds of which will be donated to organizations and/or charities in Cozad, Nebraska, the town and people of which Hazel loved the most in the whole world and devoted her life to. A Memorial Service for Hazel will be held at 11:00 A.M. CDT on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the American Lutheran Church in Cozad, Nebraska, with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. A lunch will be served by women of the Church in the Fellowship Hall of the Church after the Memorial Service. Hazel chose cremation as her method of burial. Inurnment will be prior to the Memorial Service at 9:30 A.M. CDT at the Cozad Cemetery, 42255 Road 761, just east of town. Hazel will be laid to rest next to her husband, where she has always wanted to be. Those wishing to sign the Memorial Book may do so any day prior to the Memorial Service at the Berryman Funeral Home, which is in charge of the inurnment and memorial arrangements, or at the Memorial Service itself. Online thoughts, remembrances, stories, experiences, and condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com and are very much welcomed by the family.

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 <figcaption>Hazel Pharris</figcaption>
 </figure>Hazel Claire Pharris, 97, of Cozad, Nebraska, passed away July 24, 2022, at Emerald Nursing &amp; Rehab, Cozad, Nebraska. Immediately prior to that she resided at Meadowlark Pointe Assisted Living in Cozad. Hazel was born as Hazel Claire Danquist on May 9, 1925 at Bonners Ferry, Idaho, a small town located&nbsp;just 27 miles&nbsp;south of the Canadian Border on the Kootenai River. The town had developed around a trading post and ferry established in the early 1870s by pioneers to the Pacific Northwest. Hazel attended the University of Idaho up until she married Earl R. Pharris on July 10, 1949 in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, with whom she remained for the rest of her life. Hazel then worked at the University of Idaho until her husband graduated from the school. Hazel and her husband moved to Missoula, Montana for his first job after he graduated from the University of Idaho. They subsequently moved to Portland, Oregon where her husband went to work for Armour &amp; Company. Hazel and her husband then moved to Cozad, Nebraska in 1955, where they lived out the rest of their lives with family and friends. Her husband managed the Armour &amp; Company feedlot just east of Cozad for 18 years. Hazel was a homemaker and mother to her and her husband’s three sons. Hazel was a Cub Scout Den Mother; a 4-H Club mom; a member of PEO; a member of the American Lutheran Church and the Church’s Circle; a supporter of all of her husband’s community and state activities; a supporter of all of her sons’ school, athletic, and extra-curricular activities; a member of several bridge clubs; an early member of the Cozad Women’s Bowling Association; a President of the Cozad Women’s Golf Association; and an avid Husker Football fan. Her hobbies included sewing, knitting, quilting, and golf. Hazel dearly loved to travel both within and outside the United States. Hazel will be remembered as an extremely kind, caring, sweet, and friendly woman who always did her best to help others in need of her skills and services and always tried to make everyone around her happy. That was always of utmost importance to her, and truly defined her as a person. The word “No” did not exist in her vocabulary whenever asked to do something for others. She routinely volunteered for tasks at the American Lutheran Church and delivered “Meals on Wheels” to people in need of such assistance. For these reasons, she is to be missed by many and not soon forgotten by all those who came in contact with her.Hazel is survived by her three sons, John, Robert, and Jeff Pharris; her daughter-in-law, Joni (Klein) Pharris; her six grandchildren, Caleb Pharris, Jordan Pharris, Joshua Pharris, Madeline (Pharris) Bannister, Jared Pharris and Jordann Pharris; and two great-grandchildren, Della Bannister and Weston Pharris.In lieu of flowers or other memorials to Hazel, the family requests that donations be made to the Hazel C. Pharris Memorial Fund established at Waypoint Bank, Cozad, Nebraska, all of the proceeds of which will be donated to organizations and/or charities in Cozad, Nebraska, the town and people of which Hazel loved the most in the whole world and devoted her life to. A Memorial Service for Hazel will be held at 11:00 A.M. CDT on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the American Lutheran Church in Cozad, Nebraska, with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. A lunch will be served by women of the Church in the Fellowship Hall of the Church after the Memorial Service. Hazel chose cremation as her method of burial. Inurnment will be prior to the Memorial Service at 9:30 A.M. CDT at the Cozad Cemetery, 42255 Road 761, just east of town. Hazel will be laid to rest next to her husband, where she has always wanted to be. Those wishing to sign the Memorial Book may do so any day prior to the Memorial Service at the Berryman Funeral Home, which is in charge of the inurnment and memorial arrangements, or at the Memorial Service itself. Online thoughts, remembrances, stories, experiences, and condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com and are very much welcomed by the family.

Hazel C. Pharris (1925-2022)

&nbsp; Anthony Shopp, of Estes Park, Colorado passed away on July 30, 2022. He was born on March 13, 1965, in Imperial, Nebraska. His father, Bryce Shopp preceded him in death. He is survived by his mother Wanda Shopp of Palm Desert, California, sister, Alexsis Jones of Littleton, Colorado, and five brothers: Charles and his wife, Jamie Shopp of Casper, Wyoming; Shannon Shopp of Houston, Texas; Reagan and his wife, Angela Shopp of Parker, Colorado; Adrian Shopp of Denver, Colorado; and Jade and his wife, Masa Shopp of Los Angelas, California. Anthony was a dedicated son of Bryce and Wanda, and uncle to niece and nephews: Miles, Gentri, Connor, Cayden, Javen, Canyon, and Katelyn. Anthony grew up in Imperial and graduated from Chase County High School in 1983. He then attended the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where he became a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and graduated with a degree in Chemistry in 1987. Anthony was successful in many different career paths beginning with managing Big 5 Sporting Goods in Palm Desert, California, and most recently as a Senior Executive Recruiter for LHH Recruitment Solutions in Denver, Colorado for the last 20 years. His career in corporate recruiting began local and quickly expanded across the country as executives recognized his talents for identifying qualified candidates. Anthony enjoyed hunting with friends and family, and was a member of the Casper Skeet Club, and the Lincoln Trap &amp; Skeet Club. His love and passion for his two Labrador retrievers, Willie and Floyd, put a smile on his face during every hunt, and every field training event. Anthony loved the fresh air of a ride on his Harley Davidson and Indian motorcycles. He will be greatly missed at the Sturgis rally this year. Anthony was known for his firm and friendly handshake, outgoing personality, and cherished his time with his friends and family. He was an avid football fan from his early days playing football for the Chase County Longhorns - to attending nearly every home Husker football game as a season ticket holder. He valued his faith in the Lord, and always put family first. Anthony was deeply loved by all who knew him, and he will be missed dearly. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Southwestern NE PF Chapter, PO Box 488, Imperial, NE 69033. Visitation will be Thursday, August 4, 2022, at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial, NE, from 2:00- 6:00 p.m. Funeral service will be Friday, August 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Imperial, NE, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery. Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Anthony Shopp, of Estes Park, Colorado passed away on July 30, 2022. He was born on March 13, 1965, in Imperial, Nebraska. His father, Bryce Shopp preceded him in death. He is survived by his mother Wanda Shopp of Palm Desert, California, sister, Alexsis Jones of Littleton, Colorado, and five brothers: Charles and his wife, Jamie Shopp of Casper, Wyoming; Shannon Shopp of Houston, Texas; Reagan and his wife, Angela Shopp of Parker, Colorado; Adrian Shopp of Denver, Colorado; and Jade and his wife, Masa Shopp of Los Angelas, California. Anthony was a dedicated son of Bryce and Wanda, and uncle to niece and nephews: Miles, Gentri, Connor, Cayden, Javen, Canyon, and Katelyn. Anthony grew up in Imperial and graduated from Chase County High School in 1983. He then attended the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where he became a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and graduated with a degree in Chemistry in 1987. Anthony was successful in many different career paths beginning with managing Big 5 Sporting Goods in Palm Desert, California, and most recently as a Senior Executive Recruiter for LHH Recruitment Solutions in Denver, Colorado for the last 20 years. His career in corporate recruiting began local and quickly expanded across the country as executives recognized his talents for identifying qualified candidates. Anthony enjoyed hunting with friends and family, and was a member of the Casper Skeet Club, and the Lincoln Trap &amp; Skeet Club. His love and passion for his two Labrador retrievers, Willie and Floyd, put a smile on his face during every hunt, and every field training event. Anthony loved the fresh air of a ride on his Harley Davidson and Indian motorcycles. He will be greatly missed at the Sturgis rally this year. Anthony was known for his firm and friendly handshake, outgoing personality, and cherished his time with his friends and family. He was an avid football fan from his early days playing football for the Chase County Longhorns - to attending nearly every home Husker football game as a season ticket holder. He valued his faith in the Lord, and always put family first. Anthony was deeply loved by all who knew him, and he will be missed dearly. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Southwestern NE PF Chapter, PO Box 488, Imperial, NE 69033. Visitation will be Thursday, August 4, 2022, at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial, NE, from 2:00- 6:00 p.m. Funeral service will be Friday, August 5, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Imperial, NE, with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery. Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Anthony Shopp (1965-2022)

On July 31, 2022, Robert 'Bob' Gray, Jr. passed away at the age of 71 following recent health complications.

Bob was born in Sacramento, CA, on January 16, 1951, to Robert, Sr. and Ester Gray. He grew up in Las Vegas, NV, where he graduated from high school. Bob took some college classes in Utah then began his career as a truck driver and logged countless miles until retiring when he was 62.

Bob loved traveling, camping and being in the desert. He came to North Platte, NE, in 2014 and spent his remaining years with his significant other and lifelong friend, Cheryl MacDonald.

Survivors include his companion, Cheryl MacDonald of North Platte, NE; children, Jordan, Benjamin and Emily Gray of Utah, Samantha Gray of Alaska and Jacklyn Ragland of Arizona; his brother, Dale (Carolyn) Gray of Utah; cousin, Virgil (Cindy) Orso of Nebraska; and other family.

In keeping with Bob's wishes, cremation was chosen. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

On July 31, 2022, Robert 'Bob' Gray, Jr. passed away at the age of 71 following recent health complications.Bob was born in Sacramento, CA, on January 16, 1951, to Robert, Sr. and Ester Gray. He grew up in Las Vegas, NV, where he graduated from high school. Bob took some college classes in Utah then began his career as a truck driver and logged countless miles until retiring when he was 62.Bob loved traveling, camping and being in the desert. He came to North Platte, NE, in 2014 and spent his remaining years with his significant other and lifelong friend, Cheryl MacDonald.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his companion, Cheryl MacDonald of North Platte, NE; children, Jordan, Benjamin and Emily Gray of Utah, Samantha Gray of Alaska and Jacklyn Ragland of Arizona; his brother, Dale (Carolyn) Gray of Utah; cousin, Virgil (Cindy) Orso of Nebraska; and other family.In keeping with Bob's wishes, cremation was chosen. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Bob Gray, Jr. (1951-2022)

Shortly after Elinor J. Dean began her long duet with dementia, she finished her Thanksgiving Day meal -- napkin folded primly on her lap -- and boldly pronounced, “Variety is the spice of life.” Perhaps she was eyeing the weather; she’d always fancied Nebraska’s changing seasons. Maybe she was impressed by the food; the glistening spread would have shocked her 12-year-old self, already charged with cooking dinners on the farm. Or maybe she was simply embracing the moment: the panting dog, the visiting family, the percolating coffee, her old Desert Rose dinnerware now smeared with pumpkin pie and clinking with every bite.

Dementia can sometimes be a subtle disease, especially in the beginning. Just a wink or a nod. But the maxim seemed appropriate enough. Yes, her family agreed. Variety&nbsp;is&nbsp;the spice of life. Twenty minutes later, as her loved ones debated the news of the day, Elinor smiled, quietly nodding along before proffering the last word. “Well,” she announced matter-of-factly, “variety is the spice of life.” And later still, after listening to her grandson recount a summer in New York City, she added thoughtfully, slower this time, as if compressing more than 80 years of work and play into a single perfect gem, “Variety is the spice of life, don’t you think?”

There was a bittersweet irony, of course, in repeating this particular phrase, a comic byproduct of a long and often demoralizing illness. And yet Elinor -- who took every advantage of her local newspaper column to spotlight both the joy and absurdity of the human condition, who considered her journalism degree among her proudest achievements and freelanced her way around Nebraska -- would likely have appreciated the word play more than most.

“A gossip columnist is like a vacuum cleaner. She just purrs and picks up dirt,” she once wrote in&nbsp;Coffee Cup Chatter,&nbsp;her weekly column for The Custer County Chief. “I can’t be a gossip columnist because I don’t have a new hat. And anyway I enjoy living.”

Elinor Jean Dean passed away at the Brookstone View skilled nursing facility in Broken Bow on July 23, 2022, roughly a decade after she was diagnosed with dementia. She was 94 years old, and if variety is the spice of life, as she often emphasized in her twilight years, she truly emptied the shakers.

The eldest daughter of Vance and Mable Smith, both public school teachers, Elinor was born at the Methodist parsonage in Aurora, Nebraska, on October 15, 1927. Her uncle Dick was the reverend, and her aunt Eva -- the first registered nurse in the state of Nebraska -- assisted the doctor with her delivery.

“Never underestimate the value of a good beginning,” she once wrote.

Elinor attended grade school in Elwood, Nebraska, where her parents -- the “no nonsense type,” she once said -- had rented the first floor of a small home just blocks from the schoolhouse. Vance hung a rope swing from the towering cottonwood tree out back and often brought Elinor along on his walks to the post office—her first memory. During the summer, the Smiths temporarily retreated to what they called “the river place” near Georgetown on the South Loup, where they eked out a secondary income as farmers.

Come 7th grade, however, Elinor and her family -- including Bob and Norma, her two younger siblings -- moved to “Pinecrest,” another small farm roughly eight miles away. Pinecrest wasn’t electrified until the year she graduated high school, but with two indoor bathrooms and running water, to boot, she would long remember it as a luxurious promotion from the river place.

And it was at Pinecrest, too, that Elinor cemented what would become a lifelong camaraderie with cats. When she wasn’t cooking dinner or feeding the chickens or tending the garden, she snuck out to the barn, where she could often find a litter of newborn kittens in the haymow. She would live with cats the rest of her life.

“It was something of a shock to discover that we were harboring a tabby cat instead of a Tom,” she once wrote. “We altered the name of Tiger only slightly to fit the new situation. We now refer to her as Tiger Ann, Tigress, Mrs. Tiger or You No Good Bum, according to the mood of the moment. But the cat is one of us.”

Elinor spent two years attending a nearby country school before transferring to Broken Bow High, a transition she initially despised. Because Pinecrest was 15 miles from town, she boarded with a family in Broken Bow during the weekdays.

“I moved in with strangers,” she wrote. “I was so homesick for my family and I knew none of the other freshmen students. I cried a lot before getting adjusted.”

Despite the bumpy start, she soon thrived on the social smorgasbord her new school and community provided, as if testing the maxim she would later swear by. She accelerated her participation in the local 4-H Club, for example, where she focused especially on oratory and music, both as a solo performer and with a small vocal group called the Nifty Needle Workers. After six years with the organization, in fact, she was crowned 4-H Queen of Custer County in 1946.

“I was never famous for my athletic ability,” she wrote, but she sang in the glee club and the mixed choir, too. And though she began with the alto horn back on the farm, she pivoted to the French horn as a member of the Broken Bow High School concert band, a passion she would one day bequeath to her youngest son, David, and her grandson, Bryan, after that. She once called it the best gift she’d ever given. Much like her feline fancy, she would hold dear those peculiar velvety tones the rest of her life.

Because her parents hoped she might one day be a teacher, too, Elinor completed normal training during her junior and senior years of high school. And if that weren’t enough to keep busy, she also enjoyed drama and played the lead role in her junior class play. After graduating high school in 1945, Elinor continued to exercise her acting chops with the Broken Bow Community Playhouse and in 1992 as an extra in the Hallmark Hall of Fame film “O Pioneers”.

As a child she sometimes quietly imagined a future as an airline stewardess, or a singer, or an actress. In the beginning, however, she followed in her parents’ footsteps. Just months after graduating from high school, still just 17 years old, Elinor embarked on her first teaching job at the Lillian rural school 14 miles north of Broken Bow. She stayed for two years before saying “I do” and turning the page.

Earlier that spring, she met Gene Vaughan, whom she called the newest “young man about town.” The valedictorian of his own high school class in York, Nebraska, Vaughan often sent her red roses during their courtship. They married on December 27, 1946, at the Methodist Church in Broken Bow, and eventually had three boys: Gene Edward Vaughan, born September 20, 1948; Jerry Allen Vaughan, born December 12, 1950; and Mark Randall Vaughan, born December 23, 1952.

Five years later, Elinor accepted her first role as a paid writer with The Custer County Chief, where she took over the society page column, “Coffee Cup Chatter.” Always clever, often self-deprecating, she wrote about the spice of life: her sons, whom she often referred to as “the blue denim boys;” her missing ice cube tray; how to avoid staphylococci at a summer picnic; contemporary furniture; the previous author of “Coffee Cup Chatter,” whose battle with polio encouraged Elinor to enthusiastically promote the vaccine; her faith in the Beatnik generation; the shenanigans of “the ad men;” the other Elinor Jean Smith that lived, briefly, in Broken Bow; her cats; the moon landing; the power of women; and so much more.

“Never underestimate the power of a woman,” she wrote. “We heard about one fellow who taught his wife to play poker. Last Saturday night he won back nearly half of his paycheck.”

Decades later, Elinor, a staunch Democrat, would express her views on gender inequality even more directly: “I believe that the women’s’ movement toward equal pay for equal work is long past due. I think inequity in wages for both sexes is a national disgrace.”

On March 10, 1961, she married again, this time to Paul Dean, Jr.co-owner and operator of Dean Signs &amp; Sheetmetal, a HVAC and sign business in Broken Bow. Elinor and Paul had one son, David Todd Dean, born November 24, 1964.

In addition to her role as society page columnist and freelance journalist, Elinor worked a slew of different jobs throughout her life: waitress, soda jerk, secretary in various medically related offices, and more. But none of them were so gratifying as her last and her longest: mother. She once looked back on her life and declared her early years with her growing boys the very best.

And yet she kept reaching anyhow, kept exploring the life she was given. She volunteered with the Methodist Church and later the Presbyterian Church as well as the VFW Auxiliary. She campaigned for the local school board. She read voraciously, with a particular fondness for Harper Lee Smith’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” and Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men.” And in 1983, when she was already 56 years old, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from Kearney State College, now the University of Nebraska Kearney. Her ongoing education was of paramount importance, but she never failed to keep her priorities in order.

“It’s nice to be important,” she liked to say, “but it’s more important to be nice.”

But “time is a slipknot,” she once wrote, as if foreshadowing the strange days still to come. In her late 80s, after watching her boys pursue their own successes and raise children of their own, she slipped gradually into dementia. She spent the last 5 ½ years of her life at Brookstone View in Broken Bow, where her amazing caregivers were often by her side. In her best moments, however, she still found the spice: the birds outside her window, the still-changing seasons -- “interwoven,” she once called them -- and the cattle grazing behind the facility.

“Each season and each mortal being experiences showery spells -- ‘for into each life some rain must fall,’” she once advised her readers. “Find yourself a rainbow somewhere and be joyful as you are reminded that the sun will shine again.”

Elinor was preceded in death by her parents, Vance and Mabel Smith; her sister and husband Norma and Jimmy Hinson and her brother Bob Smith.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her first and second husbands, Gene Vaughan and Paul Dean, Jr. and stepdaughter Susan Dean Bogema. Her survivors include sister-in-law Margaret Smith and sons Gene (Cate) Vaughan, Mooresville, NC, Jerry (Mary) Vaughan, Lincoln NE, Mark (Thelma) Vaughan, Statesville, NC, David (Rebecca) Dean, Dublin, OH, stepson Steve Dean. She is also survived by grandchildren Jennifer Wolf, Elizabeth (Ben) Johnson, Ben Vaughan, &nbsp;Andrew (Molly) Vaughan, Bryan (Heidi) Vaughan, Carson (Melissa) Vaughan and 9 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews and their families.

Memorial services will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Friday, August 5th&nbsp;at 2 P.M. with Kathy Salts, PMA and Pastor Becky Dobitsch officiating. Inurnment will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery with a reception to follow at the church.

Memorials are suggested to be given to the Broken Bow First Presbyterian Church, the Broken Bow Library Foundation and the Broken Bow Animal shelter.

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 </figure>Shortly after Elinor J. Dean began her long duet with dementia, she finished her Thanksgiving Day meal -- napkin folded primly on her lap -- and boldly pronounced, “Variety is the spice of life.” Perhaps she was eyeing the weather; she’d always fancied Nebraska’s changing seasons. Maybe she was impressed by the food; the glistening spread would have shocked her 12-year-old self, already charged with cooking dinners on the farm. Or maybe she was simply embracing the moment: the panting dog, the visiting family, the percolating coffee, her old Desert Rose dinnerware now smeared with pumpkin pie and clinking with every bite.Dementia can sometimes be a subtle disease, especially in the beginning. Just a wink or a nod. But the maxim seemed appropriate enough. Yes, her family agreed. Variety&nbsp;is&nbsp;the spice of life. Twenty minutes later, as her loved ones debated the news of the day, Elinor smiled, quietly nodding along before proffering the last word. “Well,” she announced matter-of-factly, “variety is the spice of life.” And later still, after listening to her grandson recount a summer in New York City, she added thoughtfully, slower this time, as if compressing more than 80 years of work and play into a single perfect gem, “Variety is the spice of life, don’t you think?”There was a bittersweet irony, of course, in repeating this particular phrase, a comic byproduct of a long and often demoralizing illness. And yet Elinor -- who took every advantage of her local newspaper column to spotlight both the joy and absurdity of the human condition, who considered her journalism degree among her proudest achievements and freelanced her way around Nebraska -- would likely have appreciated the word play more than most.“A gossip columnist is like a vacuum cleaner. She just purrs and picks up dirt,” she once wrote in&nbsp;Coffee Cup Chatter,&nbsp;her weekly column for The Custer County Chief. “I can’t be a gossip columnist because I don’t have a new hat. And anyway I enjoy living.”Elinor Jean Dean passed away at the Brookstone View skilled nursing facility in Broken Bow on July 23, 2022, roughly a decade after she was diagnosed with dementia. She was 94 years old, and if variety is the spice of life, as she often emphasized in her twilight years, she truly emptied the shakers.The eldest daughter of Vance and Mable Smith, both public school teachers, Elinor was born at the Methodist parsonage in Aurora, Nebraska, on October 15, 1927. Her uncle Dick was the reverend, and her aunt Eva -- the first registered nurse in the state of Nebraska -- assisted the doctor with her delivery.“Never underestimate the value of a good beginning,” she once wrote.Elinor attended grade school in Elwood, Nebraska, where her parents -- the “no nonsense type,” she once said -- had rented the first floor of a small home just blocks from the schoolhouse. Vance hung a rope swing from the towering cottonwood tree out back and often brought Elinor along on his walks to the post office—her first memory. During the summer, the Smiths temporarily retreated to what they called “the river place” near Georgetown on the South Loup, where they eked out a secondary income as farmers.Come 7th grade, however, Elinor and her family -- including Bob and Norma, her two younger siblings -- moved to “Pinecrest,” another small farm roughly eight miles away. Pinecrest wasn’t electrified until the year she graduated high school, but with two indoor bathrooms and running water, to boot, she would long remember it as a luxurious promotion from the river place.And it was at Pinecrest, too, that Elinor cemented what would become a lifelong camaraderie with cats. When she wasn’t cooking dinner or feeding the chickens or tending the garden, she snuck out to the barn, where she could often find a litter of newborn kittens in the haymow. She would live with cats the rest of her life.“It was something of a shock to discover that we were harboring a tabby cat instead of a Tom,” she once wrote. “We altered the name of Tiger only slightly to fit the new situation. We now refer to her as Tiger Ann, Tigress, Mrs. Tiger or You No Good Bum, according to the mood of the moment. But the cat is one of us.”Elinor spent two years attending a nearby country school before transferring to Broken Bow High, a transition she initially despised. Because Pinecrest was 15 miles from town, she boarded with a family in Broken Bow during the weekdays.“I moved in with strangers,” she wrote. “I was so homesick for my family and I knew none of the other freshmen students. I cried a lot before getting adjusted.”Despite the bumpy start, she soon thrived on the social smorgasbord her new school and community provided, as if testing the maxim she would later swear by. She accelerated her participation in the local 4-H Club, for example, where she focused especially on oratory and music, both as a solo performer and with a small vocal group called the Nifty Needle Workers. After six years with the organization, in fact, she was crowned 4-H Queen of Custer County in 1946.“I was never famous for my athletic ability,” she wrote, but she sang in the glee club and the mixed choir, too. And though she began with the alto horn back on the farm, she pivoted to the French horn as a member of the Broken Bow High School concert band, a passion she would one day bequeath to her youngest son, David, and her grandson, Bryan, after that. She once called it the best gift she’d ever given. Much like her feline fancy, she would hold dear those peculiar velvety tones the rest of her life.Because her parents hoped she might one day be a teacher, too, Elinor completed normal training during her junior and senior years of high school. And if that weren’t enough to keep busy, she also enjoyed drama and played the lead role in her junior class play. After graduating high school in 1945, Elinor continued to exercise her acting chops with the Broken Bow Community Playhouse and in 1992 as an extra in the Hallmark Hall of Fame film “O Pioneers”.As a child she sometimes quietly imagined a future as an airline stewardess, or a singer, or an actress. In the beginning, however, she followed in her parents’ footsteps. Just months after graduating from high school, still just 17 years old, Elinor embarked on her first teaching job at the Lillian rural school 14 miles north of Broken Bow. She stayed for two years before saying “I do” and turning the page.Earlier that spring, she met Gene Vaughan, whom she called the newest “young man about town.” The valedictorian of his own high school class in York, Nebraska, Vaughan often sent her red roses during their courtship. They married on December 27, 1946, at the Methodist Church in Broken Bow, and eventually had three boys: Gene Edward Vaughan, born September 20, 1948; Jerry Allen Vaughan, born December 12, 1950; and Mark Randall Vaughan, born December 23, 1952.Five years later, Elinor accepted her first role as a paid writer with The Custer County Chief, where she took over the society page column, “Coffee Cup Chatter.” Always clever, often self-deprecating, she wrote about the spice of life: her sons, whom she often referred to as “the blue denim boys;” her missing ice cube tray; how to avoid staphylococci at a summer picnic; contemporary furniture; the previous author of “Coffee Cup Chatter,” whose battle with polio encouraged Elinor to enthusiastically promote the vaccine; her faith in the Beatnik generation; the shenanigans of “the ad men;” the other Elinor Jean Smith that lived, briefly, in Broken Bow; her cats; the moon landing; the power of women; and so much more.“Never underestimate the power of a woman,” she wrote. “We heard about one fellow who taught his wife to play poker. Last Saturday night he won back nearly half of his paycheck.”Decades later, Elinor, a staunch Democrat, would express her views on gender inequality even more directly: “I believe that the women’s’ movement toward equal pay for equal work is long past due. I think inequity in wages for both sexes is a national disgrace.”On March 10, 1961, she married again, this time to Paul Dean, Jr.co-owner and operator of Dean Signs &amp; Sheetmetal, a HVAC and sign business in Broken Bow. Elinor and Paul had one son, David Todd Dean, born November 24, 1964.In addition to her role as society page columnist and freelance journalist, Elinor worked a slew of different jobs throughout her life: waitress, soda jerk, secretary in various medically related offices, and more. But none of them were so gratifying as her last and her longest: mother. She once looked back on her life and declared her early years with her growing boys the very best.And yet she kept reaching anyhow, kept exploring the life she was given. She volunteered with the Methodist Church and later the Presbyterian Church as well as the VFW Auxiliary. She campaigned for the local school board. She read voraciously, with a particular fondness for Harper Lee Smith’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” and Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men.” And in 1983, when she was already 56 years old, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from Kearney State College, now the University of Nebraska Kearney. Her ongoing education was of paramount importance, but she never failed to keep her priorities in order.“It’s nice to be important,” she liked to say, “but it’s more important to be nice.”But “time is a slipknot,” she once wrote, as if foreshadowing the strange days still to come. In her late 80s, after watching her boys pursue their own successes and raise children of their own, she slipped gradually into dementia. She spent the last 5 ½ years of her life at Brookstone View in Broken Bow, where her amazing caregivers were often by her side. In her best moments, however, she still found the spice: the birds outside her window, the still-changing seasons -- “interwoven,” she once called them -- and the cattle grazing behind the facility.“Each season and each mortal being experiences showery spells -- ‘for into each life some rain must fall,’” she once advised her readers. “Find yourself a rainbow somewhere and be joyful as you are reminded that the sun will shine again.”Elinor was preceded in death by her parents, Vance and Mabel Smith; her sister and husband Norma and Jimmy Hinson and her brother Bob Smith.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her first and second husbands, Gene Vaughan and Paul Dean, Jr. and stepdaughter Susan Dean Bogema. Her survivors include sister-in-law Margaret Smith and sons Gene (Cate) Vaughan, Mooresville, NC, Jerry (Mary) Vaughan, Lincoln NE, Mark (Thelma) Vaughan, Statesville, NC, David (Rebecca) Dean, Dublin, OH, stepson Steve Dean. She is also survived by grandchildren Jennifer Wolf, Elizabeth (Ben) Johnson, Ben Vaughan, &nbsp;Andrew (Molly) Vaughan, Bryan (Heidi) Vaughan, Carson (Melissa) Vaughan and 9 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews and their families.Memorial services will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Friday, August 5th&nbsp;at 2 P.M. with Kathy Salts, PMA and Pastor Becky Dobitsch officiating. Inurnment will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery with a reception to follow at the church.Memorials are suggested to be given to the Broken Bow First Presbyterian Church, the Broken Bow Library Foundation and the Broken Bow Animal shelter.

Elinor Jean Dean (1927-2022)

Kory E. Kitt, 50, of Sargent, Nebraska passed from this life into the Lord’s presence Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Kory was born March 1, 1972, in Benkelman, NE to parents Keith and Karla (Stock) Kitt. Kory grew up on the family farm south of Wauneta, NE. He attended public school in Wauneta from grades K-12 and excelled in academics, sports, and music. Growing up, Kory enjoyed spending time with his older brother, Kelly, and when they weren’t playing basketball or baseball, the boys were helping with cattle or working in the fields. Kory especially looked forward to harvest each year and the opportunity to spend time with his family. As a child, Kory loved going to Sunday School and was friendly, compassionate, and quick-witted. Because of these personable traits, Kory made and kept friends easily. He had an exceptional ability to recall names, dates, and statistics. Kory graduated from Wauneta High School in 1990. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education with endorsements in Mathematics and Coaching from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. While at UNL, Kory was hired by the college as a tutor, and he especially enjoyed helping members of the football team with their math classes. Kory loved being a Husker and enjoyed supporting the football team of his alma mater through the good, the bad, and the ugly. In fact, it was during this time at UNL that Kory placed his faith in Jesus while attending a college ministry event. Upon college graduation, Kory moved to Sargent, Nebraska to begin his teaching career at Sargent Public School in 1996. On August 5, 2000, Kory married April Ottun at the Berean Church in Broken Bow, NE. From this union, three daughters were born: Karina, Annalise, and Koralee. Kory dedicated his life to raising and caring for his family. His girls brought him so much joy and he delighted in spending time with them, whether it be working on basketball shooting mechanics, playing instruments together, or helping coach their summer softball teams. Kory made a deliberate choice to invest in the lives of his children and he desired to raise his daughters in Christ. Kory was an active member of the Sargent Evangelical Free Church in Sargent, NE and faithfully took his family to Wescott Baptist Church in Comstock on Sunday evenings. A passage of Scripture that resonated with Kory was Job 19:25-27: “I know that my Redeemer lives. In the end He will stand on the earth. Though my skin will be destroyed, in my body I’ll see God. I myself will see Him with my own eyes. I’ll see Him, and He won’t be a stranger to me. How my heart longs for that day.” For twenty-six years, Kory faithfully served as a junior and senior high math teacher at Sargent Public School. As a pillar of the community, the people knew Kory as “Mr. Kitt” and appreciated his warm, relatable presence and intellect. When mediocrity seemed the norm, Kory modeled a principled pursuit of excellence, and he inspired his students to do the same whether in the classroom or in life. He&nbsp;enjoyed taking students to UNL’s Math Bowl and Kory was a successful coach for the Twin Loup Wolves. He excelled in Track and Field and found his niche in coaching when he applied his analytical mind to mastering the techniques behind field events. This methodical approach helped Coach Kitt lead his teams to many district championships and qualified scores of athletes for the Nebraska State Track Meet. Kory was recognized as the&nbsp;Grand Island Independent’s Coach of the Year&nbsp;and was always excited to see his athletes compete and succeed at these higher levels of competition. While teaching at Sargent, Kory earned his Master’s Degree in Secondary School Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Kory was honored by Mid Plains Community College for his fifteen years of serving as an adjunct professor. Even though Kory enjoyed success as a veteran teacher and coach, his humble demeanor was refreshing. In fact, Kory’s greatest sense of accomplishment in his professional career didn’t stem back to medals and trophies. Instead, what brought Kory the most joy in teaching was his conviction and ability to connect with and encourage students who didn’t fit in anywhere else. Oftentimes Kory would use his terrific sense of humor to build relationships with students who were considered “at-risk.” Kory had a great empathy for others and discovered that even small acts of kindness could break down barriers and help these students overcome insurmountable obstacles. Kory tried to maintain an upbeat outlook and was a master storyteller and impersonator. He had collected a vast number of stories “in his vault” that entertained his family and friends at get- togethers and kept everyone laughing.

Kory is survived by his wife, April Kitt, and daughters Karina, Annalise, and Koralee of Sargent, NE; mother Karla Morford (Glenn Heuer) of McCook, NE; father Keith Kitt (Dee Fortkamp) of Wauneta, NE; mother-in-law Anita Ottun of Sargent, NE; brother Kelly Kitt (Marjorie Steever) of York, NE; brother-in- law Philip (Sharon) Ottun of Sargent, NE; sister-in-law Rhoda (Fred) Woods of Burwell, NE; brother-in- law Sterling Ottun of Raleigh, NC; eleven nieces and nephews; a great nephew; and many other dear family and friends. Kory was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill and Bernice Stock; grandparents Dean and Donnaline Kitt; and by his father-in-law, Gaylord Ottun.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Sargent Public School in Sargent, NE with Pastor Don Shauda and Pastor Del Unruh officiating, with lunch to follow at the Sargent Community Center. Burial will be held the same day at the Riverside Cemetery in Wauneta, NE at 4:30 PM Mountain Time (please note) with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Memorial donations may be made to a college fund established for Kory and April’s three daughters (First National Bank, 315 W Main Street, Sargent, NE) or the Every Man a Warrior Ministry, which helps men everywhere walk with God, succeed in life, and spiritually multiply. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, from 4-7 PM at the Broken Bow Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow, NE.

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 </figure>Kory E. Kitt, 50, of Sargent, Nebraska passed from this life into the Lord’s presence Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Kory was born March 1, 1972, in Benkelman, NE to parents Keith and Karla (Stock) Kitt. Kory grew up on the family farm south of Wauneta, NE. He attended public school in Wauneta from grades K-12 and excelled in academics, sports, and music. Growing up, Kory enjoyed spending time with his older brother, Kelly, and when they weren’t playing basketball or baseball, the boys were helping with cattle or working in the fields. Kory especially looked forward to harvest each year and the opportunity to spend time with his family. As a child, Kory loved going to Sunday School and was friendly, compassionate, and quick-witted. Because of these personable traits, Kory made and kept friends easily. He had an exceptional ability to recall names, dates, and statistics. Kory graduated from Wauneta High School in 1990. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education with endorsements in Mathematics and Coaching from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. While at UNL, Kory was hired by the college as a tutor, and he especially enjoyed helping members of the football team with their math classes. Kory loved being a Husker and enjoyed supporting the football team of his alma mater through the good, the bad, and the ugly. In fact, it was during this time at UNL that Kory placed his faith in Jesus while attending a college ministry event. Upon college graduation, Kory moved to Sargent, Nebraska to begin his teaching career at Sargent Public School in 1996. On August 5, 2000, Kory married April Ottun at the Berean Church in Broken Bow, NE. From this union, three daughters were born: Karina, Annalise, and Koralee. Kory dedicated his life to raising and caring for his family. His girls brought him so much joy and he delighted in spending time with them, whether it be working on basketball shooting mechanics, playing instruments together, or helping coach their summer softball teams. Kory made a deliberate choice to invest in the lives of his children and he desired to raise his daughters in Christ. Kory was an active member of the Sargent Evangelical Free Church in Sargent, NE and faithfully took his family to Wescott Baptist Church in Comstock on Sunday evenings. A passage of Scripture that resonated with Kory was Job 19:25-27: “I know that my Redeemer lives. In the end He will stand on the earth. Though my skin will be destroyed, in my body I’ll see God. I myself will see Him with my own eyes. I’ll see Him, and He won’t be a stranger to me. How my heart longs for that day.” For twenty-six years, Kory faithfully served as a junior and senior high math teacher at Sargent Public School. As a pillar of the community, the people knew Kory as “Mr. Kitt” and appreciated his warm, relatable presence and intellect. When mediocrity seemed the norm, Kory modeled a principled pursuit of excellence, and he inspired his students to do the same whether in the classroom or in life. He&nbsp;enjoyed taking students to UNL’s Math Bowl and Kory was a successful coach for the Twin Loup Wolves. He excelled in Track and Field and found his niche in coaching when he applied his analytical mind to mastering the techniques behind field events. This methodical approach helped Coach Kitt lead his teams to many district championships and qualified scores of athletes for the Nebraska State Track Meet. Kory was recognized as the&nbsp;Grand Island Independent’s Coach of the Year&nbsp;and was always excited to see his athletes compete and succeed at these higher levels of competition. While teaching at Sargent, Kory earned his Master’s Degree in Secondary School Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Kory was honored by Mid Plains Community College for his fifteen years of serving as an adjunct professor. Even though Kory enjoyed success as a veteran teacher and coach, his humble demeanor was refreshing. In fact, Kory’s greatest sense of accomplishment in his professional career didn’t stem back to medals and trophies. Instead, what brought Kory the most joy in teaching was his conviction and ability to connect with and encourage students who didn’t fit in anywhere else. Oftentimes Kory would use his terrific sense of humor to build relationships with students who were considered “at-risk.” Kory had a great empathy for others and discovered that even small acts of kindness could break down barriers and help these students overcome insurmountable obstacles. Kory tried to maintain an upbeat outlook and was a master storyteller and impersonator. He had collected a vast number of stories “in his vault” that entertained his family and friends at get- togethers and kept everyone laughing.Kory is survived by his wife, April Kitt, and daughters Karina, Annalise, and Koralee of Sargent, NE; mother Karla Morford (Glenn Heuer) of McCook, NE; father Keith Kitt (Dee Fortkamp) of Wauneta, NE; mother-in-law Anita Ottun of Sargent, NE; brother Kelly Kitt (Marjorie Steever) of York, NE; brother-in- law Philip (Sharon) Ottun of Sargent, NE; sister-in-law Rhoda (Fred) Woods of Burwell, NE; brother-in- law Sterling Ottun of Raleigh, NC; eleven nieces and nephews; a great nephew; and many other dear family and friends. Kory was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill and Bernice Stock; grandparents Dean and Donnaline Kitt; and by his father-in-law, Gaylord Ottun.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Sargent Public School in Sargent, NE with Pastor Don Shauda and Pastor Del Unruh officiating, with lunch to follow at the Sargent Community Center. Burial will be held the same day at the Riverside Cemetery in Wauneta, NE at 4:30 PM Mountain Time (please note) with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Memorial donations may be made to a college fund established for Kory and April’s three daughters (First National Bank, 315 W Main Street, Sargent, NE) or the Every Man a Warrior Ministry, which helps men everywhere walk with God, succeed in life, and spiritually multiply. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, from 4-7 PM at the Broken Bow Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow, NE.

Kory Kitt (1972-2022)

Vance M. Bricker, 87, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Avamere in Lexington, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 14, 1935, in Paxton, Nebraska to James M. and Emma (Crook) Bricker. Vance attended public schools in Paxton and graduated from Paxton High School in 1953. He was inducted into the United States Army on September 17, 1953 and proudly served his country until he was honorably discharged on September 16, 1955.

Vance was united in marriage to Dorothy Langmecher on October 9, 1955 at the Lutheran Church in Paxton, Nebraska. Six children were blessed to this union: Vance, Alan, Bruce, Laurie, Shelly and Kevin. Vance began his employment career as a high school ranch hand and taught chemistry and physics as Shelton and North Bend high schools. With a secondary education degree from Kearney State Teachers College in hand, Bricker then worked his way across Nebraska. He worked as an engineer with TRW Inc., a technology production company in Ogallala, then as an employee at Nebraska plastics in Cozad. His family then made their home in Lexington in 1973. In Lexington, Vance was hired as an administrative aide, a year later he was appointed to the position of environmental health and recreation director. In August of 1984, he became the personnel director and assistant city manager. He maintained that position until November of 1996, when he became the city manager until 2000 when he retired. Vance also taught classes in personnel management, organization development and organization behavior. He received his master’s degree in public administration in 1989 from the University of Nebraska – Omaha.

Vance loved the outdoors and would load the car with all six of the kids and take them fishing on a regular basis in the summers. There were also many nights spent with the children in a large army surplus tent, in the mountains of Colorado, or on a beach at the lake. Vance enjoyed many hobbies over the years, including hunting, golfing, yard work, a voracious reader and was a talented wood carver. Vance and Dorothy spent twenty-two years wintering in Arizona where they made many lifelong friends and enjoyed dancing.

Another passion of Vance, his dedication to his church. He taught confirmation classes, adult Sunday school, and was a former regional representative to the bishop’s committee on outreach. He was a charter member of the Optimist Club, former member of the Dawson County planning commission board, Jaycee’s and Elk’s Club. Vance was a Mason and Shriner, as well past president of the Lakeside Country Club.

His family, church, community and faith were always an important part of his life. Above all, Vance has left a tremendous legacy of love and faith to his family.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of Lexington; his children, Vance Ryan Bricker of Lexington, Alan (Theress) Bricker of Kearney, Bruce (Betty) Bricker of Holdrege, Laurie (Steve) Hamit of Greeley, Colorado, Shelly (Jack) Pietenpol of Lincoln and Kevin (Anita) Bricker of Ashland; thirteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

Besides his parents, Vance was preceded in death by his grandson, Adam; seven brothers and two sisters.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor John Strackbein, officiating. The Service will be live-streamed via the Grace Lutheran Church Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GraceLex/ or Grace Lutheran Church Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlL3l5HHN9NmoHvVo5tyWQ

A Memorial Book Signing will be on Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

A Private Graveside Service with Military Honors will be prior to the Service at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are kindly suggested to Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington or Tri-County Shriners Transportation Fund.

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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Vance M. Bricker, 87, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Avamere in Lexington, surrounded by his loving family.He was born on June 14, 1935, in Paxton, Nebraska to James M. and Emma (Crook) Bricker. Vance attended public schools in Paxton and graduated from Paxton High School in 1953. He was inducted into the United States Army on September 17, 1953 and proudly served his country until he was honorably discharged on September 16, 1955.Vance was united in marriage to Dorothy Langmecher on October 9, 1955 at the Lutheran Church in Paxton, Nebraska. Six children were blessed to this union: Vance, Alan, Bruce, Laurie, Shelly and Kevin. Vance began his employment career as a high school ranch hand and taught chemistry and physics as Shelton and North Bend high schools. With a secondary education degree from Kearney State Teachers College in hand, Bricker then worked his way across Nebraska. He worked as an engineer with TRW Inc., a technology production company in Ogallala, then as an employee at Nebraska plastics in Cozad. His family then made their home in Lexington in 1973. In Lexington, Vance was hired as an administrative aide, a year later he was appointed to the position of environmental health and recreation director. In August of 1984, he became the personnel director and assistant city manager. He maintained that position until November of 1996, when he became the city manager until 2000 when he retired. Vance also taught classes in personnel management, organization development and organization behavior. He received his master’s degree in public administration in 1989 from the University of Nebraska – Omaha.Vance loved the outdoors and would load the car with all six of the kids and take them fishing on a regular basis in the summers. There were also many nights spent with the children in a large army surplus tent, in the mountains of Colorado, or on a beach at the lake. Vance enjoyed many hobbies over the years, including hunting, golfing, yard work, a voracious reader and was a talented wood carver. Vance and Dorothy spent twenty-two years wintering in Arizona where they made many lifelong friends and enjoyed dancing.Another passion of Vance, his dedication to his church. He taught confirmation classes, adult Sunday school, and was a former regional representative to the bishop’s committee on outreach. He was a charter member of the Optimist Club, former member of the Dawson County planning commission board, Jaycee’s and Elk’s Club. Vance was a Mason and Shriner, as well past president of the Lakeside Country Club.His family, church, community and faith were always an important part of his life. Above all, Vance has left a tremendous legacy of love and faith to his family.Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of Lexington; his children, Vance Ryan Bricker of Lexington, Alan (Theress) Bricker of Kearney, Bruce (Betty) Bricker of Holdrege, Laurie (Steve) Hamit of Greeley, Colorado, Shelly (Jack) Pietenpol of Lincoln and Kevin (Anita) Bricker of Ashland; thirteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.Besides his parents, Vance was preceded in death by his grandson, Adam; seven brothers and two sisters.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor John Strackbein, officiating. The Service will be live-streamed via the Grace Lutheran Church Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GraceLex/ or Grace Lutheran Church Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlL3l5HHN9NmoHvVo5tyWQA Memorial Book Signing will be on Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.A Private Graveside Service with Military Honors will be prior to the Service at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington.In lieu of flowers, memorials are kindly suggested to Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington or Tri-County Shriners Transportation Fund.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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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