&nbsp; Marian L.C. Baney Shaw, 99, passed away peacefully at Michael and Daniel’s home in Los Lunas, NM on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Marian was born on August 12, 1922, on the family farm NW of Benkelman, NE to Loyal Charles and Mildred Pearl Hoover Baney. Marian attended Grammar school at District 22, in a one-room schoolhouse. She then attended high school in Benkelman graduating in 1940. In 1941 Marian attended Hastings Beauty School to obtain her license in cosmetology. She opened Marian’s Beauty Shop in the front of the Zorn Theatre in Benkelman in 1943. On January 19, 1953, Marian was united in marriage to Alva Leon Shaw at the Little Brown Church in the Vale, Nashua, Iowa. In the late 50s, Alva and Marian purchased the residence across from the Morehouse Hospital and Marian moved her beauty shop into their residence. She operated her beauty shop for over 70 years before her retirement. In 1955, their first child Jerry was born followed by their second son, Michael, in 1960. They lived in this house until 2002 when they moved “down the street” to their current residence. Marian was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Benkelman. Her family was her passion raising her boys and attending their school functions. This passion continued on as she was extremely active in caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, crocheting, playing cards, and gardening.

Marian is survived by her two sons: Jerry of Benkelman, NE and Michael (Daniel) of Los Lunas, NM, 10 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 1 great- great granddaughter. Stepsister- in -law, Alice Baney, of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 2012, stepfather, O. Leon Baney Sr., sisters; Winifred Phifer and Marjorie Biber, a brother; Leland Baney, and a stepbrother Leon Baney Jr.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 11, 2022, 10:30A.M., at the Benkelman Memorial Chapel with Pastor Laura Cherry officiating. Interment will follow at Benkelman Cemetery. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorial Contributions may be made to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 65, 722 Dakota, Benkelman, NE 69021 Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>&nbsp; Marian L.C. Baney Shaw, 99, passed away peacefully at Michael and Daniel’s home in Los Lunas, NM on Saturday, April 2, 2022. Marian was born on August 12, 1922, on the family farm NW of Benkelman, NE to Loyal Charles and Mildred Pearl Hoover Baney. Marian attended Grammar school at District 22, in a one-room schoolhouse. She then attended high school in Benkelman graduating in 1940. In 1941 Marian attended Hastings Beauty School to obtain her license in cosmetology. She opened Marian’s Beauty Shop in the front of the Zorn Theatre in Benkelman in 1943. On January 19, 1953, Marian was united in marriage to Alva Leon Shaw at the Little Brown Church in the Vale, Nashua, Iowa. In the late 50s, Alva and Marian purchased the residence across from the Morehouse Hospital and Marian moved her beauty shop into their residence. She operated her beauty shop for over 70 years before her retirement. In 1955, their first child Jerry was born followed by their second son, Michael, in 1960. They lived in this house until 2002 when they moved “down the street” to their current residence. Marian was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Benkelman. Her family was her passion raising her boys and attending their school functions. This passion continued on as she was extremely active in caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, crocheting, playing cards, and gardening. Marian is survived by her two sons: Jerry of Benkelman, NE and Michael (Daniel) of Los Lunas, NM, 10 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 1 great- great granddaughter. Stepsister- in -law, Alice Baney, of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 2012, stepfather, O. Leon Baney Sr., sisters; Winifred Phifer and Marjorie Biber, a brother; Leland Baney, and a stepbrother Leon Baney Jr. Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 11, 2022, 10:30A.M., at the Benkelman Memorial Chapel with Pastor Laura Cherry officiating. Interment will follow at Benkelman Cemetery. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorial Contributions may be made to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 65, 722 Dakota, Benkelman, NE 69021 Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

Marian LC Shaw (1922-2022)

&nbsp; T. Allyn Sutton, 66, of Ogallala, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant. Allyn was born January 8, 1956, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Theodore "Ted" and Ferne (Dollison) Sutton. He graduated from Ogallala High School with the class of 1974. Allyn was a proficient athlete and was awarded the Dutch Cup in his senior year. On August 21, 1976, Allyn married the love of his life and girlfriend since the eighth grade, Michele Elmshaeuser, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. Allyn attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln before entering the Logan College of Chiropractic, earning his Doctorate in Chiropractic in 1979. Allyn started his career in Chiropractic as an Associate with Dr. Wills in Gering, Nebraska. The family relocated to Ogallala shortly thereafter, where Allyn opened his own practice, the Sutton Chiropractic Clinic, in 1981. Allyn's practice steadily grew, and in 1996, the office moved to its current location on First Street. In 2008, Allyn was proud to have welcomed his daughter Tara to the practice. Allyn had a great passion for health and athletics throughout his life. He loved to play golf and was active in leagues and on the tournament circuit. You could probably find him out on the course on any nice day, many times with his entourage of family playing along beside him. He was also very active on the racquetball court in his younger days. Basketball had a special place in his heart, and he loved helping young people learn the game. Allyn was a dedicated coach to teams at St. Paul's Lutheran School, Ogallala High School, and spent a special season as his daughter Teeyl's assistant coach at Arthur County High School. Despite a challenging battle with cancer, Allyn committed himself to finishing out the 2021-22 season at Ogallala Middle School, which he proudly did. Allyn was affable and had a way of connecting with people that left no one feeling like a stranger. He was a deep thinker and perpetually curious, which, combined with his determination, made him a formidable force when he set his mind to a purpose. He excelled at his work and was among the leaders in his profession, actively committing himself to the advancement of Chiropractic through the state association, where he'd served as a district representative on the board. Allyn had a habit of bestowing nicknames to people, particularly those he favored. If he teased you, he cared for you. For his girls, these unique 'handles' were like Allyn's playful love language. His love for his family ran deep, and he found ways to involve himself in their lives by sharing their passions, sponsoring their youth groups, coaching their sports teams, traveling together, or sharing a good crossword puzzle. Allyn had a special gift of expressing himself through his hands. His handshakes were the perfect complement to the energetic and unpretentious guy looking back at you. His hands revealed the athletic achievements he'd savored, from his knuckles to his calluses. His hands served to communicate healing to countless people. With his hands now at rest, may he be lovingly embraced and upheld by the hands of his Lord. Allyn was preceded in death by his father; sister, Beverly Sutton; nephew, Isaac Stevens; father-in-law, Roy (Clarice) Elmshaeuser; a brother-in-law, Jerry Stevens; and a sister-in-law, Vicki Elmshaeuser. Survivors include his mother, his wife, Michele of Ogallala; four daughters, Tara Sutton, Quinn Sutton, Alyse (Jason) McEvoy, and Teeyl Sutton, all of Ogallala; three grandchildren, Neve, Owen, and Bryn; siblings, Cindy Stevens of Pine Ridge, SD, Terry (Tammy) Sutton of Commerce City, CO; sister-in-law, Wendy (Rex) Christensen of Keystone; along with many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Allyn's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Church in Ogallala. No inurnment is planned at this time. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; T. Allyn Sutton, 66, of Ogallala, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant. Allyn was born January 8, 1956, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Theodore "Ted" and Ferne (Dollison) Sutton. He graduated from Ogallala High School with the class of 1974. Allyn was a proficient athlete and was awarded the Dutch Cup in his senior year. On August 21, 1976, Allyn married the love of his life and girlfriend since the eighth grade, Michele Elmshaeuser, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. Allyn attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln before entering the Logan College of Chiropractic, earning his Doctorate in Chiropractic in 1979. Allyn started his career in Chiropractic as an Associate with Dr. Wills in Gering, Nebraska. The family relocated to Ogallala shortly thereafter, where Allyn opened his own practice, the Sutton Chiropractic Clinic, in 1981. Allyn's practice steadily grew, and in 1996, the office moved to its current location on First Street. In 2008, Allyn was proud to have welcomed his daughter Tara to the practice. Allyn had a great passion for health and athletics throughout his life. He loved to play golf and was active in leagues and on the tournament circuit. You could probably find him out on the course on any nice day, many times with his entourage of family playing along beside him. He was also very active on the racquetball court in his younger days. Basketball had a special place in his heart, and he loved helping young people learn the game. Allyn was a dedicated coach to teams at St. Paul's Lutheran School, Ogallala High School, and spent a special season as his daughter Teeyl's assistant coach at Arthur County High School. Despite a challenging battle with cancer, Allyn committed himself to finishing out the 2021-22 season at Ogallala Middle School, which he proudly did. Allyn was affable and had a way of connecting with people that left no one feeling like a stranger. He was a deep thinker and perpetually curious, which, combined with his determination, made him a formidable force when he set his mind to a purpose. He excelled at his work and was among the leaders in his profession, actively committing himself to the advancement of Chiropractic through the state association, where he'd served as a district representative on the board. Allyn had a habit of bestowing nicknames to people, particularly those he favored. If he teased you, he cared for you. For his girls, these unique 'handles' were like Allyn's playful love language. His love for his family ran deep, and he found ways to involve himself in their lives by sharing their passions, sponsoring their youth groups, coaching their sports teams, traveling together, or sharing a good crossword puzzle. Allyn had a special gift of expressing himself through his hands. His handshakes were the perfect complement to the energetic and unpretentious guy looking back at you. His hands revealed the athletic achievements he'd savored, from his knuckles to his calluses. His hands served to communicate healing to countless people. With his hands now at rest, may he be lovingly embraced and upheld by the hands of his Lord. Allyn was preceded in death by his father; sister, Beverly Sutton; nephew, Isaac Stevens; father-in-law, Roy (Clarice) Elmshaeuser; a brother-in-law, Jerry Stevens; and a sister-in-law, Vicki Elmshaeuser. Survivors include his mother, his wife, Michele of Ogallala; four daughters, Tara Sutton, Quinn Sutton, Alyse (Jason) McEvoy, and Teeyl Sutton, all of Ogallala; three grandchildren, Neve, Owen, and Bryn; siblings, Cindy Stevens of Pine Ridge, SD, Terry (Tammy) Sutton of Commerce City, CO; sister-in-law, Wendy (Rex) Christensen of Keystone; along with many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Allyn's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at New Hope Church in Ogallala. No inurnment is planned at this time. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Allyn Sutton (1956-2022)

&nbsp; Marilyn Moore, 89, of Ogallala, passed away on March 31, 2022, surrounded by her family at home. Marilyn was born June 10, 1932, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Edward and Frieda (Oehninger) Prange. She attended school in Denver, Colorado, for a time before graduating from Plymouth High School. On August 6, 1953, Marilyn married Richard Moore. Their union was blessed with five daughters. Marilyn was a longtime member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. She was preceded in death by her husband, two siblings, and a sister-in-law. Survivors include her daughters, Teresa (Jim) Kildare of Iola, TX, Susan (Dean) Hansen of Salt Lake City, UT, Marsha (Joe) Peaster of Fort Worth, TX, Sandy (Ron) Olson of Ogallala, and Lori (Dave) Roberts of Ogallala; 11 grandchildren, Josh, Zach, Taylor &amp; Griffin, Austin &amp; Aly, Amanda &amp; Abbey, Suzanne, Brian, and Dennis; many great-grandchildren &amp; great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Ramon Prange of Tulsa, OK; along with many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Marilyn's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Services will be held on Friday, April 8, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery at a later date. Memorial book signing will be on Thursday, from 1 pm until 5 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Marilyn Moore, 89, of Ogallala, passed away on March 31, 2022, surrounded by her family at home. Marilyn was born June 10, 1932, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Edward and Frieda (Oehninger) Prange. She attended school in Denver, Colorado, for a time before graduating from Plymouth High School. On August 6, 1953, Marilyn married Richard Moore. Their union was blessed with five daughters. Marilyn was a longtime member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. She was preceded in death by her husband, two siblings, and a sister-in-law. Survivors include her daughters, Teresa (Jim) Kildare of Iola, TX, Susan (Dean) Hansen of Salt Lake City, UT, Marsha (Joe) Peaster of Fort Worth, TX, Sandy (Ron) Olson of Ogallala, and Lori (Dave) Roberts of Ogallala; 11 grandchildren, Josh, Zach, Taylor &amp; Griffin, Austin &amp; Aly, Amanda &amp; Abbey, Suzanne, Brian, and Dennis; many great-grandchildren &amp; great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Ramon Prange of Tulsa, OK; along with many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Marilyn's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Services will be held on Friday, April 8, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery at a later date. Memorial book signing will be on Thursday, from 1 pm until 5 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marilyn Moore (1932-2022)

&nbsp; DOROTHY RUTH SCHUTTE, 92, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at the Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala. Dorothy was born January 8, 1930, in Bayard, Nebraska, to George and Katherine (Greeb) Brill. She was baptized in the Lutheran church in Scottsbluff, NE. In 1939, the family moved to Ogallala, NE. She was confirmed in the St. Paul's Lutheran Church and attended Ogallala High school with the class of '47. She married Cecil Wilkinson of Grant, NE. They had one child, Kenneth. In 1952, she moved to Lakewood, CA, to work, and in July of 1953, she married Carl A. Plunkett. They had two sons, Edward and Scott. She helped her husband in the trucking and contracting business, and in 1971 at the age of 41, she went to cosmetology school. She had her beauty shop for 17 years. She also became an accomplished oil painter and antique collector. In 1988, she and Carl retired and moved back to Ogallala. In 1991, she renewed her interest in antiques and purchased The Antique Mall in Ogallala. She sold the mall and opened The Antique House in downtown Ogallala. In 1994, she married John Schutte, and they remained in the antique business until October of 2007. Dorothy was well known for her knowledge of antiques and did some appraisal work, and worked at buying and selling on the internet. She had many friends in California as well as Nebraska. She was known as Aunt Dorothy to many younger people that were associated with her through her children or former families, nieces, and nephews. She is survived by her sons, Edward Plunkett and Kenneth (Diane) Wilkinson; sister, Irene Nitzel; the Schutte children; 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, George and Katherine; son, Scott; husbands, Cecil Wilkinson, Carl Plunkett, and John Schutte; niece, Janet Warner; and two brothers, Edward and Jim Brill. A memorial has been established in Dorothy's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com . Funeral services will be Friday, April 8, 2022, at 2:30 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating. Burial will be in the Ogallala Cemetery following the service. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; DOROTHY RUTH SCHUTTE, 92, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at the Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala. Dorothy was born January 8, 1930, in Bayard, Nebraska, to George and Katherine (Greeb) Brill. She was baptized in the Lutheran church in Scottsbluff, NE. In 1939, the family moved to Ogallala, NE. She was confirmed in the St. Paul's Lutheran Church and attended Ogallala High school with the class of '47. She married Cecil Wilkinson of Grant, NE. They had one child, Kenneth. In 1952, she moved to Lakewood, CA, to work, and in July of 1953, she married Carl A. Plunkett. They had two sons, Edward and Scott. She helped her husband in the trucking and contracting business, and in 1971 at the age of 41, she went to cosmetology school. She had her beauty shop for 17 years. She also became an accomplished oil painter and antique collector. In 1988, she and Carl retired and moved back to Ogallala. In 1991, she renewed her interest in antiques and purchased The Antique Mall in Ogallala. She sold the mall and opened The Antique House in downtown Ogallala. In 1994, she married John Schutte, and they remained in the antique business until October of 2007. Dorothy was well known for her knowledge of antiques and did some appraisal work, and worked at buying and selling on the internet. She had many friends in California as well as Nebraska. She was known as Aunt Dorothy to many younger people that were associated with her through her children or former families, nieces, and nephews. She is survived by her sons, Edward Plunkett and Kenneth (Diane) Wilkinson; sister, Irene Nitzel; the Schutte children; 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, George and Katherine; son, Scott; husbands, Cecil Wilkinson, Carl Plunkett, and John Schutte; niece, Janet Warner; and two brothers, Edward and Jim Brill. A memorial has been established in Dorothy's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com . Funeral services will be Friday, April 8, 2022, at 2:30 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating. Burial will be in the Ogallala Cemetery following the service. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dorothy R. Schutte (1930-2022)

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Born to James Thomas and Rosalie (Fochtman) Thomas on January 5, 1945, he entered into his final rest on March 25, 2022, in Morgan City, Louisiana, with his beloved wife Elizabeth (Betty) by his side. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Leland was the oldest of three children: older brother to Marvin (now deceased) and much loved younger sister Deloris (Thomas) Jackson of Wallace. He lived his younger life in Custer County, NE, eventually moving to Wallace, NE, where he graduated high school and met the love of his life, Betty. The two were married on October 7, 1966, and had many adventures together for seven years before finally achieving their dream of having a child, son Brian Thomas of Bellevue, NE. Having received his agronomy certificates for both the states of Nebraska and Colorado, despite knowing nothing about peach trees, he put this education to work in a variety of contexts, first at Huntley, where he was an elevator manager, eventually moving on to Fairfield, where they were blessed to extend their family with two other children, Michael Thomas and Lisa (Thomas) Perez of New York. Leland and his family settled in Grant, NE, in 1981, where he was to become an active participant in the community. He was a member of the local Lions Club, becoming the first in the area to achieve the prestigious Melvin Jones Fellowship and becoming a district governor over Region N; he also participated in many community outreach projects. Thomas was a member of the Grant United Methodist Church, where he was on the Board of Trustees and made many friends. A dedicated family man, Leland was an advisor, teacher, savior, friend and cheerleader. He enjoyed participating in Boy Scouts with his sons Brian and Michael, also attending the children's many sporting events. Leland truly enjoyed being a father and, in 1999, adopted the last of his children, Natasha Thomas of Fargo, North Dakota. They shared many good times together. Leland likes to roam wherever his feet would take him. In that vein, he shared many amazing trips with his wife Betty, including a month-long tour of the South Pacific. He also enjoyed traveling with his children and, ultimately, his grandchildren. Leland's last vision of adventure, he wanted to tour the country in an RV and was able to do that prior to his death at the age of 77. Leland was a man of deep faith and integrity. When he offered his help, he did so with sincerity and generosity. Leland tried to live his adult life by the following quote, "Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as you ever can." Leland's life remains a great example of the work of grace in our lives to his family. And so it is that his family finds great comfort in Leland's final trip being the one that surpasses all his others. Leland is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) of Grant; children, Brian (Aimee) Thomas, Michael Thomas, Lisa (Thomas) Perez, and Natasha Thomas; Grandchildren, Joshua Bro, Jose Barreda, Al Thomas, Savannah (Kevin) Fries, Laesha Thomas, Madison Thomas, Taliyah Brown, Junior Brown, Taesha Walker, DeShay, Gianni Walker, Journi Thomas, and Riley Thomas (deceased); Great-grandchildren Alexander Fries, Katherine Fries (deceased), and Evelyn Fries. He is preceded in death by parents James and Rosalie Thomas, brother Marvin Thomas, grandson Riley Thomas, Great-granddaughter Katherine Fries, and many aunts and uncles. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Grant Lions Club in Leland's memory, and you may write the Leland Thomas memorial. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 9, at 10:00 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Inurnment directly following at the Morning View Cemetery in Wallace, NE. All are welcome to attend a luncheon hosted by the family following services at Grant United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Born to James Thomas and Rosalie (Fochtman) Thomas on January 5, 1945, he entered into his final rest on March 25, 2022, in Morgan City, Louisiana, with his beloved wife Elizabeth (Betty) by his side. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Leland was the oldest of three children: older brother to Marvin (now deceased) and much loved younger sister Deloris (Thomas) Jackson of Wallace. He lived his younger life in Custer County, NE, eventually moving to Wallace, NE, where he graduated high school and met the love of his life, Betty. The two were married on October 7, 1966, and had many adventures together for seven years before finally achieving their dream of having a child, son Brian Thomas of Bellevue, NE. Having received his agronomy certificates for both the states of Nebraska and Colorado, despite knowing nothing about peach trees, he put this education to work in a variety of contexts, first at Huntley, where he was an elevator manager, eventually moving on to Fairfield, where they were blessed to extend their family with two other children, Michael Thomas and Lisa (Thomas) Perez of New York. Leland and his family settled in Grant, NE, in 1981, where he was to become an active participant in the community. He was a member of the local Lions Club, becoming the first in the area to achieve the prestigious Melvin Jones Fellowship and becoming a district governor over Region N; he also participated in many community outreach projects. Thomas was a member of the Grant United Methodist Church, where he was on the Board of Trustees and made many friends. A dedicated family man, Leland was an advisor, teacher, savior, friend and cheerleader. He enjoyed participating in Boy Scouts with his sons Brian and Michael, also attending the children's many sporting events. Leland truly enjoyed being a father and, in 1999, adopted the last of his children, Natasha Thomas of Fargo, North Dakota. They shared many good times together. Leland likes to roam wherever his feet would take him. In that vein, he shared many amazing trips with his wife Betty, including a month-long tour of the South Pacific. He also enjoyed traveling with his children and, ultimately, his grandchildren. Leland's last vision of adventure, he wanted to tour the country in an RV and was able to do that prior to his death at the age of 77. Leland was a man of deep faith and integrity. When he offered his help, he did so with sincerity and generosity. Leland tried to live his adult life by the following quote, "Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as you ever can." Leland's life remains a great example of the work of grace in our lives to his family. And so it is that his family finds great comfort in Leland's final trip being the one that surpasses all his others. Leland is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) of Grant; children, Brian (Aimee) Thomas, Michael Thomas, Lisa (Thomas) Perez, and Natasha Thomas; Grandchildren, Joshua Bro, Jose Barreda, Al Thomas, Savannah (Kevin) Fries, Laesha Thomas, Madison Thomas, Taliyah Brown, Junior Brown, Taesha Walker, DeShay, Gianni Walker, Journi Thomas, and Riley Thomas (deceased); Great-grandchildren Alexander Fries, Katherine Fries (deceased), and Evelyn Fries. He is preceded in death by parents James and Rosalie Thomas, brother Marvin Thomas, grandson Riley Thomas, Great-granddaughter Katherine Fries, and many aunts and uncles. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Grant Lions Club in Leland's memory, and you may write the Leland Thomas memorial. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 9, at 10:00 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Inurnment directly following at the Morning View Cemetery in Wallace, NE. All are welcome to attend a luncheon hosted by the family following services at Grant United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leland Thomas (1945-2022)

Lois Mary (Phipps) Hardy was born July 12, 1957, in Alliance, Nebraska as the youngest of three children to Leonard and Ferrissa (Malcolm) Phipps. She passed away on March 31, 2022, in North Platte, Nebraska at the age of 64 surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. Growing up on the family ranch north of Whitman, Nebraska in Cherry County, she attended Calf Creek School through the seventh grade. She then went on to school in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; She graduated from Mullen High School in 1975. While attending high school she met the love of her life and she and James (Jim) Hardy were united in marriage on February 1, 1975. To this union three children were born: Elissa Mary, Crystal Jewel, and Robert James (RJ). After working on a couple of ranches in Arthur and McPherson Counties, she and Jim moved back to the family ranch north of Whitman in Cherry County in 1978 where their children went to Lackey School until 1987. Lois and the children then moved to Mullen during the school year and traveled back and forth to the ranch on weekends and during the summer. In 1994, Lois started a custom embroidery business, Sandhills Embroidery, which she operated for 27 years, eventually closing the business due to health reasons.&nbsp;

She was a member of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (Sandhills Chapter), Embroidery Trade Association, and the National Rifle Association. Her most enjoyable times were following her children and grandchildren to school events. She got to watch her son and then grandsons play in Lincoln for the state football championships in 1998 and 2018.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Ferrissa (Malcolm) Phipps, parents-in-law Robert and Jewel (Judy) (McLeod) Hardy, brother-in-law Jeff Hardy, brother-in-law Rod Heinzle, nephew Michael Deibler, and her grandparents Russell and Elva (LeLaCheur) Phipps and Ferris and Ethel (Palmer) Malcolm. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, James Allen Hardy, daughters Elissa Hardy of Arvada, Colorado, Crystal (Wynn) Wiens of Mullen, son Robert (Tracy Foster) Hardy of Gothenburg, and two grandsons, Justin and Adam Wiens of Mullen. Two brothers, Wayne (Fran) Phipps of Berthoud, Colorado, and Gary (Glenda) Phipps of Whitman. Four sisters-in-law, Mary Lou (Jon) Harding of Mullen, Lana (Larry) Moran of Arnold, Pat Heinzle of North Platte, Betty (Doug) Deibler of Mullen, brother-in-law Thomas (Karen) Hardy of Gillette, Wyoming, many nieces, and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She loved her pets, and is survived by her dogs, Jyp and Boomer, and cats, Percy and Claude.

A Celebration of Life will be April 11, 2022, at 11:00 am MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Pastor John Parson officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Mullen Volunteer Fire Department or Seneca Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 10, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm MT at the Mullen Funeral Home in Mullen, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 </figure>Lois Mary (Phipps) Hardy was born July 12, 1957, in Alliance, Nebraska as the youngest of three children to Leonard and Ferrissa (Malcolm) Phipps. She passed away on March 31, 2022, in North Platte, Nebraska at the age of 64 surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. Growing up on the family ranch north of Whitman, Nebraska in Cherry County, she attended Calf Creek School through the seventh grade. She then went on to school in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; She graduated from Mullen High School in 1975. While attending high school she met the love of her life and she and James (Jim) Hardy were united in marriage on February 1, 1975. To this union three children were born: Elissa Mary, Crystal Jewel, and Robert James (RJ). After working on a couple of ranches in Arthur and McPherson Counties, she and Jim moved back to the family ranch north of Whitman in Cherry County in 1978 where their children went to Lackey School until 1987. Lois and the children then moved to Mullen during the school year and traveled back and forth to the ranch on weekends and during the summer. In 1994, Lois started a custom embroidery business, Sandhills Embroidery, which she operated for 27 years, eventually closing the business due to health reasons.&nbsp;She was a member of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (Sandhills Chapter), Embroidery Trade Association, and the National Rifle Association. Her most enjoyable times were following her children and grandchildren to school events. She got to watch her son and then grandsons play in Lincoln for the state football championships in 1998 and 2018.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Ferrissa (Malcolm) Phipps, parents-in-law Robert and Jewel (Judy) (McLeod) Hardy, brother-in-law Jeff Hardy, brother-in-law Rod Heinzle, nephew Michael Deibler, and her grandparents Russell and Elva (LeLaCheur) Phipps and Ferris and Ethel (Palmer) Malcolm. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, James Allen Hardy, daughters Elissa Hardy of Arvada, Colorado, Crystal (Wynn) Wiens of Mullen, son Robert (Tracy Foster) Hardy of Gothenburg, and two grandsons, Justin and Adam Wiens of Mullen. Two brothers, Wayne (Fran) Phipps of Berthoud, Colorado, and Gary (Glenda) Phipps of Whitman. Four sisters-in-law, Mary Lou (Jon) Harding of Mullen, Lana (Larry) Moran of Arnold, Pat Heinzle of North Platte, Betty (Doug) Deibler of Mullen, brother-in-law Thomas (Karen) Hardy of Gillette, Wyoming, many nieces, and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. She loved her pets, and is survived by her dogs, Jyp and Boomer, and cats, Percy and Claude.A Celebration of Life will be April 11, 2022, at 11:00 am MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Pastor John Parson officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Mullen Volunteer Fire Department or Seneca Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 10, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm MT at the Mullen Funeral Home in Mullen, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Lois Hardy (1957-2022)

Marty Boyer passed away on March 29, 2022, at the Pioneer Memorial Rest Home in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; She was 95 years young.

Marty was born to Carrie (Tillson) and Orville Conner on January 20, 1927.&nbsp; She was 1 of 10 children; she and her sister were the two youngest.&nbsp; Marty Graduated High School in 1944 from Gordon, NE and began teaching.&nbsp; In 1946, she married Fred Boyer and to this union a daughter, Tonya was born.&nbsp; In 1975, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Education degree at Chadron State College. Marty taught school for 20 years in rural Cherry, Grant, and Sheridan counties.&nbsp; In 1983, Fred and Marty moved to Mullen, where she was active in Retired Teachers, Historical Society, Blood Drive, and the Hooker County Library.

Marty will be remembered for her spunk and witty sense of humor.&nbsp; She is survived by her daughter, Tonya, granddaughters Danell Vietzke, Jaylene Eilenstine (Matt), great grandchildren Tommy, Reese and Ethan, the Tom Prentice family, the Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home family, and several nieces and nephews.

Marty was preceded in death by her husband Fred Boyer, her special friend Tom Prentice and nine brothers and sisters.

A Memorial service will be Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 11:00 am MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Sherron Sullivan officiating. Inurnment will be in the Cedarview Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Mullen Ambulance, Hooker County Library Memorial Garden, or the Mullen United Methodist Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 </figure>Marty Boyer passed away on March 29, 2022, at the Pioneer Memorial Rest Home in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; She was 95 years young.Marty was born to Carrie (Tillson) and Orville Conner on January 20, 1927.&nbsp; She was 1 of 10 children; she and her sister were the two youngest.&nbsp; Marty Graduated High School in 1944 from Gordon, NE and began teaching.&nbsp; In 1946, she married Fred Boyer and to this union a daughter, Tonya was born.&nbsp; In 1975, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Education degree at Chadron State College. Marty taught school for 20 years in rural Cherry, Grant, and Sheridan counties.&nbsp; In 1983, Fred and Marty moved to Mullen, where she was active in Retired Teachers, Historical Society, Blood Drive, and the Hooker County Library.Marty will be remembered for her spunk and witty sense of humor.&nbsp; She is survived by her daughter, Tonya, granddaughters Danell Vietzke, Jaylene Eilenstine (Matt), great grandchildren Tommy, Reese and Ethan, the Tom Prentice family, the Pioneer Memorial Nursing Home family, and several nieces and nephews.Marty was preceded in death by her husband Fred Boyer, her special friend Tom Prentice and nine brothers and sisters.A Memorial service will be Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 11:00 am MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Sherron Sullivan officiating. Inurnment will be in the Cedarview Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Mullen Ambulance, Hooker County Library Memorial Garden, or the Mullen United Methodist Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Marty Boyer (1927-2022)

Robin K. Rhoades of Cozad, Nebraska passed away at her home on March 30, 2022 at the age of 65. Robin was born October 22, 1956 in Creve Coeur, Missouri to Arthur and Dorothy (Horst) Schnarr. Robin graduated from Warrenton, Missouri High School. She worked at the shoe factory in Jonesburg, Missouri. Robin was a dispatcher for the Warrenton County Sheriffs office. Robin married Lester Rhoades on October 17, 1981. Robin and Lester moved to Nebraska in 1991 where they made their home in Cozad. Robin worked at the Golden Living Center, Kirks Nebraskaland Truck Stop, and then Tenneco Automotive as a security guard until she retired in 2005 due to health conditions. 

Robin was preceded in death by her grandparents, her parents and her older brother Michael. Robin is survived by her husband Lester of Cozad, NE.; sister Melody Schnarr of Warrenton, MO, Peggy (Dennis) Rice of Ord, NE.; Terry (Marsha) Schnarr of Warrenton, MO, as well as lots of nephews and nieces.

Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. There will be no funeral service per Robin’s request. Robin choose to be cremated and her ashes taken to Missouri. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Robin K. Rhoades of Cozad, Nebraska passed away at her home on March 30, 2022 at the age of 65. Robin was born October 22, 1956 in Creve Coeur, Missouri to Arthur and Dorothy (Horst) Schnarr. Robin graduated from Warrenton, Missouri High School. She worked at the shoe factory in Jonesburg, Missouri. Robin was a dispatcher for the Warrenton County Sheriffs office. Robin married Lester Rhoades on October 17, 1981. Robin and Lester moved to Nebraska in 1991 where they made their home in Cozad. Robin worked at the Golden Living Center, Kirks Nebraskaland Truck Stop, and then Tenneco Automotive as a security guard until she retired in 2005 due to health conditions. Robin was preceded in death by her grandparents, her parents and her older brother Michael. Robin is survived by her husband Lester of Cozad, NE.; sister Melody Schnarr of Warrenton, MO, Peggy (Dennis) Rice of Ord, NE.; Terry (Marsha) Schnarr of Warrenton, MO, as well as lots of nephews and nieces.Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. There will be no funeral service per Robin’s request. Robin choose to be cremated and her ashes taken to Missouri. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Robin Kay Rhoades (1956-2022)

Donald&nbsp;McConnell, age 89, of Sutherland, Nebraska, passed away at home on April 1, 2022.

Don was born in Hershey to Frank and Anna McConnell on May 17, 1932. He grew up in the O'Fallons area where he graduated from O'Fallons High School. Don served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. For most of his life Don farmed for himself and later for the George Huebner family. He also drove a semi and worked for NPPD from 1977 to 1997, until retiring. On September 22, 1961, Don was united in marriage to Dorothy Grantham in Fort Collins, CO, and they lived in Sutherland. Don was a member of Otto V. Johnson Post #208 American Legion.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anna; brothers, Charles (Ada) McConnell and Forrest 'Frosty' McConnell; and sister, Lois (Fred) Buchholz. Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy; son, Deric McConnell of Sutherland; daughters, Cari McConnell of Battle Creek and Lana (Dennis) Tribbie of Ralston; sister-in-law, Lois McConnell of North Platte; and other family.

Arrangements are pending with Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.

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 </figure>Donald&nbsp;McConnell, age 89, of Sutherland, Nebraska, passed away at home on April 1, 2022.Don was born in Hershey to Frank and Anna McConnell on May 17, 1932. He grew up in the O'Fallons area where he graduated from O'Fallons High School. Don served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. For most of his life Don farmed for himself and later for the George Huebner family. He also drove a semi and worked for NPPD from 1977 to 1997, until retiring. On September 22, 1961, Don was united in marriage to Dorothy Grantham in Fort Collins, CO, and they lived in Sutherland. Don was a member of Otto V. Johnson Post #208 American Legion.He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anna; brothers, Charles (Ada) McConnell and Forrest 'Frosty' McConnell; and sister, Lois (Fred) Buchholz. Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy; son, Deric McConnell of Sutherland; daughters, Cari McConnell of Battle Creek and Lana (Dennis) Tribbie of Ralston; sister-in-law, Lois McConnell of North Platte; and other family.Arrangements are pending with Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.

Donald McConnell (1932-2022)

Dave Schuett of Maxwell passed away at his home on March 31, 2022, at the age of 60. Dave, the son of Gerald and Janice Schuett, was born in Grand Island on May 27, 1961. His first few years were spent in Grand Island then the family moved to North Platte. After graduating from NPHS, Dave hired on with the railroad and worked as a fireman-oiler until retiring in June 2021. In 1983, Dave married Malia Moore in North Platte. They lived in North Platte where their daughter, Ashley, was born. The couple later divorced. Dave married Jadeen Ruppert on December 30, 1988, in Maxwell where they made their home. They had five children, Seth, triplets Charles, Chance and Chase, and daughter, Kassandra, and later divorced. Dave was a member of the Eagles and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling and playing poker. He even won a Nebraska poker tournament and got to play in Vegas! Dave was a great dad who never missed any of the kids activities and enjoyed teaching them how to hunt and fish.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Schuett. Survivors include his children, Ashley (William) Yonker of North Platte, Seth Schuett of Maxwell, Gerald Chase (Bradee) Schuett of Dickens, Donald Chance (Megan) Schuett of Colorado Springs, CO, David Charles (Valerie) Schuett of Montverde, FL, and Kassandra Schuett of North Platte; his mother and stepfather, Jan and Don Sears of North Platte; sisters, Jennifer Maloney of California and Deborah (Shane) Montgomery of Maxwell; as well as 10 grandchildren and other family.

In keeping with Dave's wishes, cremation was chosen and a Celebration of Life will be held at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds Centennial Building in North Platte on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 2-5 p.m. Friends and family are invited to come out for refreshments and a time to share memories. Bring your favorite stories and any pictures to show. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Dave Schuett</figcaption>
 </figure>Dave Schuett of Maxwell passed away at his home on March 31, 2022, at the age of 60. Dave, the son of Gerald and Janice Schuett, was born in Grand Island on May 27, 1961. His first few years were spent in Grand Island then the family moved to North Platte. After graduating from NPHS, Dave hired on with the railroad and worked as a fireman-oiler until retiring in June 2021. In 1983, Dave married Malia Moore in North Platte. They lived in North Platte where their daughter, Ashley, was born. The couple later divorced. Dave married Jadeen Ruppert on December 30, 1988, in Maxwell where they made their home. They had five children, Seth, triplets Charles, Chance and Chase, and daughter, Kassandra, and later divorced. Dave was a member of the Eagles and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, bowling and playing poker. He even won a Nebraska poker tournament and got to play in Vegas! Dave was a great dad who never missed any of the kids activities and enjoyed teaching them how to hunt and fish.He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Schuett. Survivors include his children, Ashley (William) Yonker of North Platte, Seth Schuett of Maxwell, Gerald Chase (Bradee) Schuett of Dickens, Donald Chance (Megan) Schuett of Colorado Springs, CO, David Charles (Valerie) Schuett of Montverde, FL, and Kassandra Schuett of North Platte; his mother and stepfather, Jan and Don Sears of North Platte; sisters, Jennifer Maloney of California and Deborah (Shane) Montgomery of Maxwell; as well as 10 grandchildren and other family.In keeping with Dave's wishes, cremation was chosen and a Celebration of Life will be held at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds Centennial Building in North Platte on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 2-5 p.m. Friends and family are invited to come out for refreshments and a time to share memories. Bring your favorite stories and any pictures to show. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Dave Schuett (1961-2022)

Marian Peterson, 89, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died April 2, 2022 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Thursday, April 7, 2022, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm with the family present.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be held at The Crossing Fellowship, Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Jim Mann officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the Svea Dal Evangelical Covenant Church,&nbsp; 1676 Svea Dal Road, Brady, NE 69123.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marian Peterson, 89, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died April 2, 2022 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Thursday, April 7, 2022, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm with the family present.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be held at The Crossing Fellowship, Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Jim Mann officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the Svea Dal Evangelical Covenant Church,&nbsp; 1676 Svea Dal Road, Brady, NE 69123.&nbsp;

Marian Peterson (1932-2022)

Kim A. Stewart, 75, received his eagle’s wings to join his heavenly Father on March 28, 2022, in Independence, Kansas after an extended illness. Kim was born to Fred and Eleanore Stewart on May 21, 1946, in Denver, Colorado. When he was young the family moved to Grainton, NE. He and his childhood friends had a great time and participated in numerous shenanigans. He went to grade school in Grainton and then high school in Wallace, NE. In June of 1964, Kim joined the United States Army and was honorably discharged in April 1969. He was proud of his country and served it with honor and did until he left this earth. On March 2, 1968, Kim married the love of his life, Connie (Gibson) Stewart in Grant, NE. To this loving union three children were born: Mischelle, Jeffrey and Christina. Kim worked in law enforcement in various cities in Nebraska and then in August 1978 moved his family to Wallace, NE where he worked for Nebraska Public Power District at Sutherland until his retirement in 2008. Kim loved life and never knew a stranger and in turn&nbsp;friends knew they could rely on him for that helping hand. He cherished watching his children and grandchildren’s activities, whether he was standing against the wall in a gym door, sitting in a music program, coaching little league basketball, umpiring girls’ softball or at a baseball field cheering on some of his favorites. Love of family was Kim’s number one pride and he showed it. Kim leaves behind his adoring wife, Connie, of 54 years, three children Mischelle (Michael) Shank, of Bucklin MO; Jeffrey (Stacia) Stewart of Coffeyville, KS; Christina (Brian) Butterfield of North Platte, NE. and nine beautiful grandchildren, Kaylee Agnew, Laney Shank, Mason Shank, Aubri Stewart, Karsyn Stewart, Bryce Butterfield, Carter Butterfield, Kamryn Butterfield, Makenna Meek. He is also survived by siblings Penny (Ray) Smith; Bob (Kathy) Stewart; Linda Proper; Deb (Marty) Martin. Sister-in-law, Marlene Estermann, brothers-in-law Kenneth (Beverly) Gibson and Rodney (Carol) Gibson. Proceeding Kim in death were his parents, Fred and Eleanore Stewart, in-laws Earl and Ione Gibson, and sister-in-law Deloris Grauerholz.

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on June 14, 2022 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell. Suggested Memorials are to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church or Veteran’s Memorial by the Legion Auxiliary in Wallace NE. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

<figure>
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 </figure>Kim A. Stewart, 75, received his eagle’s wings to join his heavenly Father on March 28, 2022, in Independence, Kansas after an extended illness. Kim was born to Fred and Eleanore Stewart on May 21, 1946, in Denver, Colorado. When he was young the family moved to Grainton, NE. He and his childhood friends had a great time and participated in numerous shenanigans. He went to grade school in Grainton and then high school in Wallace, NE. In June of 1964, Kim joined the United States Army and was honorably discharged in April 1969. He was proud of his country and served it with honor and did until he left this earth. On March 2, 1968, Kim married the love of his life, Connie (Gibson) Stewart in Grant, NE. To this loving union three children were born: Mischelle, Jeffrey and Christina. Kim worked in law enforcement in various cities in Nebraska and then in August 1978 moved his family to Wallace, NE where he worked for Nebraska Public Power District at Sutherland until his retirement in 2008. Kim loved life and never knew a stranger and in turn&nbsp;friends knew they could rely on him for that helping hand. He cherished watching his children and grandchildren’s activities, whether he was standing against the wall in a gym door, sitting in a music program, coaching little league basketball, umpiring girls’ softball or at a baseball field cheering on some of his favorites. Love of family was Kim’s number one pride and he showed it. Kim leaves behind his adoring wife, Connie, of 54 years, three children Mischelle (Michael) Shank, of Bucklin MO; Jeffrey (Stacia) Stewart of Coffeyville, KS; Christina (Brian) Butterfield of North Platte, NE. and nine beautiful grandchildren, Kaylee Agnew, Laney Shank, Mason Shank, Aubri Stewart, Karsyn Stewart, Bryce Butterfield, Carter Butterfield, Kamryn Butterfield, Makenna Meek. He is also survived by siblings Penny (Ray) Smith; Bob (Kathy) Stewart; Linda Proper; Deb (Marty) Martin. Sister-in-law, Marlene Estermann, brothers-in-law Kenneth (Beverly) Gibson and Rodney (Carol) Gibson. Proceeding Kim in death were his parents, Fred and Eleanore Stewart, in-laws Earl and Ione Gibson, and sister-in-law Deloris Grauerholz.Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on June 14, 2022 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell. Suggested Memorials are to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church or Veteran’s Memorial by the Legion Auxiliary in Wallace NE. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

Kim A Stewart (1946-2022)

&nbsp; On March 30, 2022, Richard Clyde 'Dick' Sargent, of Brady, passed away at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of 87. Richard was born May 20, 1934, in Veblen, SD.&nbsp; He grew up and attended school in South Dakota then enlisted into the U.S. Air Force in 1949.&nbsp;Dick served for 25 years until retiring in 1974 with the rank of Senior Master Sergeant, which is the hardest enlisted promotion to acquire.&nbsp; He had one tour in Vietnam and was stationed in various countries, working with equipment support.&nbsp; Dick served our country with pride.&nbsp; While stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Colorado, Dick met Alyce Mae Tepley and they married on March 31, 1964, in Denver. Dick receive his BA Degree in business and eventually started a second career as a farmer and farmed southeast of North Platte. He enjoyed fishing and loved his Gold Wing touring bike.&nbsp; In his free time, Dick liked going to auctions and farm sales wherever they were. He was a loving husband and a great father and grandfather.&nbsp;

Dick was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Ed Schulze. He leaves behind his wife, Alyce, of Brady; son, Richard 'Butch' Sargent, of North Platte; daughters, Ramona (Norman) Lancaster, of North Platte, Shirley (Dan) Carlyle, of Maxwell and Beverly Schulze, of Austin, TX; his brother, James, of Washington; sister, Barbara (Robley),of Tennessee; as well as 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and other family. 

Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Pastor Patrick Sipes officiating. Burial with ful lmilitary honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation is prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp;Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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 </figure>&nbsp; On March 30, 2022, Richard Clyde 'Dick' Sargent, of Brady, passed away at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of 87. Richard was born May 20, 1934, in Veblen, SD.&nbsp; He grew up and attended school in South Dakota then enlisted into the U.S. Air Force in 1949.&nbsp;Dick served for 25 years until retiring in 1974 with the rank of Senior Master Sergeant, which is the hardest enlisted promotion to acquire.&nbsp; He had one tour in Vietnam and was stationed in various countries, working with equipment support.&nbsp; Dick served our country with pride.&nbsp; While stationed at Lowry Air Force Base in Colorado, Dick met Alyce Mae Tepley and they married on March 31, 1964, in Denver. Dick receive his BA Degree in business and eventually started a second career as a farmer and farmed southeast of North Platte. He enjoyed fishing and loved his Gold Wing touring bike.&nbsp; In his free time, Dick liked going to auctions and farm sales wherever they were. He was a loving husband and a great father and grandfather.&nbsp; Dick was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law, Ed Schulze. He leaves behind his wife, Alyce, of Brady; son, Richard 'Butch' Sargent, of North Platte; daughters, Ramona (Norman) Lancaster, of North Platte, Shirley (Dan) Carlyle, of Maxwell and Beverly Schulze, of Austin, TX; his brother, James, of Washington; sister, Barbara (Robley),of Tennessee; as well as 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and other family. Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Pastor Patrick Sipes officiating. Burial with ful lmilitary honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation is prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp;Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Richard Clyde "Dick" Sargent (1934-2022)

&nbsp; WILMA "WOODY" SMITH, 89, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE. On August 9, 1932, Wilma was born to Kernie and Pauline (Roads) Ralph in Ohio County, Kentucky. Wilma graduated from Murry State College in association with Owensboro Davis County Hospital with a Registered Nurse degree. Wilma never stopped learning. She also held certifications as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and a Critical Care Nurse. She practiced nursing for 51 years and retired from Veterans Administration Hospital in Denver on June 30, 2001. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, FOE Ladies Auxiliary, and the VFW Auxiliary for over 50 years. Wilma enjoyed fishing, hunting, leathercraft, and teaching children about nature and how to fish. Wilma is survived by her partner Jenny Watkins; two brothers, Donald Ralph of SC, Hugh Ralph of FL; three sisters, Margaret Lamb, TX, Ann House, KY, Susie Brady, SC, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were her parents, Kernie and Pauline Ralph, and brothers, James, Kenneth, Kernie Jr. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice or the First Congregational Church of Ogallala. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 4, 2022, at 10:30 am at the First Congregational Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Lisa Hadler officiating. Interment will follow in the Lemoyne Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; WILMA "WOODY" SMITH, 89, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE. On August 9, 1932, Wilma was born to Kernie and Pauline (Roads) Ralph in Ohio County, Kentucky. Wilma graduated from Murry State College in association with Owensboro Davis County Hospital with a Registered Nurse degree. Wilma never stopped learning. She also held certifications as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and a Critical Care Nurse. She practiced nursing for 51 years and retired from Veterans Administration Hospital in Denver on June 30, 2001. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, FOE Ladies Auxiliary, and the VFW Auxiliary for over 50 years. Wilma enjoyed fishing, hunting, leathercraft, and teaching children about nature and how to fish. Wilma is survived by her partner Jenny Watkins; two brothers, Donald Ralph of SC, Hugh Ralph of FL; three sisters, Margaret Lamb, TX, Ann House, KY, Susie Brady, SC, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding in death were her parents, Kernie and Pauline Ralph, and brothers, James, Kenneth, Kernie Jr. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice or the First Congregational Church of Ogallala. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 4, 2022, at 10:30 am at the First Congregational Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Lisa Hadler officiating. Interment will follow in the Lemoyne Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wilma "Woody" Smith (1932-2022)

Ron “Ronnie” Morlock, 58, of Lodgepole, passed away at home with his best friend and caregiver, his wife, Karla at his side on Monday, March 28, 2022.

A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2022, at the Lodgepole Community Hall.&nbsp; Please come to celebrate Ron’s life with us.&nbsp; Inurnment will be held at the Berea Lutheran Cemetery near Chappell at a later date.

Memorials in Ron’s name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell is serving the Morlock family.

Ron was born in Eureka, South Dakota on April 15, 1963.&nbsp; His family relocated to Sidney, Nebraska in 1972.&nbsp; Ron had 2 children: Krindell and Michael born to him and Darcy Aurich of Dalton.&nbsp; In 2002, Ron adopted Tia Christensen whom he helped support and raise, treating her as his own. Ron married Karla Rima in June 2016 after she proposed to him on his birthday in April of 2016.&nbsp; He said ‘Yes!”. Ron had a love for trucking, riding his motorcycle and simply sitting at home with Karla watching football.&nbsp; He started driving for Dallas and Larry Langley in 2000.&nbsp; He devoted his career to Dallas Trucking for 21 years until May of 2021 when he had to hang up his keys for the last time due to his cancer.

Ron is survived by his wife, Karla Morlock of Lodgepole; father, Elroy Morlock of Sidney; children, Krindell and husband, Kyle Graebert of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Michael and wife, Lisa Morlock of Gering, Nebraska and Tia Morlock of Sidney; step-children, Jennifer Cruz of Sidney, Harlee Hotes of Chappell, and Kasey Fazel of Lincoln; grandchildren, Josh, Kelsey, Kyla, Emily, Morgan, Lily, Zoey, Lucy, Eldon, Greyson, Zeus and Bryce; brother, Rodney and wife, Vickie Morlock of Sunol; sisters, Roxane and husband, Mark Foos of Marshfield, Missouri, Rhonda and husband, Jay Portenier of Sidney, and Rachel and husband, Burt Abrams of Sidney; and many nieces, nephews and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his mother, Arlene Morlock, brother, Randy Morlock and step father-in-law, Chris Rieken.

A special thanks to Dr. Bjorling, Leslie, Mina and all the other healthcare members that may have been there for Ron over the last year.&nbsp;

Ron will be missed by many, including his family, friends and truckin' buddies.

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 </figure>Ron “Ronnie” Morlock, 58, of Lodgepole, passed away at home with his best friend and caregiver, his wife, Karla at his side on Monday, March 28, 2022.A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2022, at the Lodgepole Community Hall.&nbsp; Please come to celebrate Ron’s life with us.&nbsp; Inurnment will be held at the Berea Lutheran Cemetery near Chappell at a later date.Memorials in Ron’s name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell is serving the Morlock family.Ron was born in Eureka, South Dakota on April 15, 1963.&nbsp; His family relocated to Sidney, Nebraska in 1972.&nbsp; Ron had 2 children: Krindell and Michael born to him and Darcy Aurich of Dalton.&nbsp; In 2002, Ron adopted Tia Christensen whom he helped support and raise, treating her as his own. Ron married Karla Rima in June 2016 after she proposed to him on his birthday in April of 2016.&nbsp; He said ‘Yes!”. Ron had a love for trucking, riding his motorcycle and simply sitting at home with Karla watching football.&nbsp; He started driving for Dallas and Larry Langley in 2000.&nbsp; He devoted his career to Dallas Trucking for 21 years until May of 2021 when he had to hang up his keys for the last time due to his cancer.Ron is survived by his wife, Karla Morlock of Lodgepole; father, Elroy Morlock of Sidney; children, Krindell and husband, Kyle Graebert of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Michael and wife, Lisa Morlock of Gering, Nebraska and Tia Morlock of Sidney; step-children, Jennifer Cruz of Sidney, Harlee Hotes of Chappell, and Kasey Fazel of Lincoln; grandchildren, Josh, Kelsey, Kyla, Emily, Morgan, Lily, Zoey, Lucy, Eldon, Greyson, Zeus and Bryce; brother, Rodney and wife, Vickie Morlock of Sunol; sisters, Roxane and husband, Mark Foos of Marshfield, Missouri, Rhonda and husband, Jay Portenier of Sidney, and Rachel and husband, Burt Abrams of Sidney; and many nieces, nephews and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his mother, Arlene Morlock, brother, Randy Morlock and step father-in-law, Chris Rieken.A special thanks to Dr. Bjorling, Leslie, Mina and all the other healthcare members that may have been there for Ron over the last year.&nbsp;Ron will be missed by many, including his family, friends and truckin' buddies.

Ron "Ronnie" Morlock (1963-2022)

&nbsp; Josephine "Jody" Jasnoch, 93, of Ogallala, joined her husband Bud and her two infant grandchildren as she passed from this life on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Jody was born on August 31, 1928, in Crete, NE, to Louis and Marie (Sedlacek) Kerst. She graduated from Crete High School with the class of 1946. Jody went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Doane College in 1949, where she was involved in numerous activities. She was a member of Omega Psi Theta Sorority and was voted Homecoming Duchess in 1949. Jody was a charter member of the Doane Dolphins synchronized swimming team and also a member of the Doane College Women's Athletic Association. Jody's first teaching job was in Gothenburg, NE, and then Crete, NE, where she subsequently met "Bud." On August 3, 1954, she married Myron "Bud" Jasnoch, and to this union, four children were born, Tim, MaryLou, Julie, and Jim. Her teaching career continued in Alliance and Oshkosh. She retired from teaching in 1989 but continued to substitute in Ogallala and surrounding area schools. Jody loved to read and had an impressive collection of Santa Claus figurines. She and Bud loved to travel and enjoyed playing KENO and gambling. Jody was active in the community and taught water aerobics to senior women at the Rec Center for many years. Many long-lasting friendships were formed there. Jody was incredibly passionate about donating to the Wounded Warriors, Paralyzed Veterans, and the VFW, as her brother-in-law, Gib, had been severely wounded while serving. Her father and brothers honorably served our country as well. She was a lifelong member of The American Legion Auxiliary, which she was extremely proud of. Her father was integral in starting Unit 147 and the American Legion Baseball Program in Crete, NE. Jody was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Erv Moorberg; brothers, Karl Kerst and Alfred Kerst; two grandchildren, Angela Lynn Jasnoch and Joseph Timothy Jasnoch; three brothers-in-law, Gilbert, Edwin, and Longene; and four sisters-in-law, Evangeline, Lillian, Carolyn, and Lavina. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her children, Tim Jasnoch of Crete, Mary Lou Jasnoch of Ogallala, Julie Klein of Mitchell, and Jim Jasnoch of Kimball; two grandchildren, Melanie (Max) Wake of Seward and John (Jennifer) Jasnoch of San Diego, CA; five great-grandsons, Henry, Charles, and Thomas Wake, and James and Julius Jasnoch. Sister-in-law, Jean Varner Kerst of Greers Ferry, AR. Jody is also survived by her extraordinary loving and caring niece, Ann Pellatz, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and good friends. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jody's memory for later designation. Cards can be sent to 117 South Hillcrest, Ogallala, NE 69153. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Graveside Service will be held at a later date at the Ogallala Cemetery with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Josephine "Jody" Jasnoch, 93, of Ogallala, joined her husband Bud and her two infant grandchildren as she passed from this life on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Jody was born on August 31, 1928, in Crete, NE, to Louis and Marie (Sedlacek) Kerst. She graduated from Crete High School with the class of 1946. Jody went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Doane College in 1949, where she was involved in numerous activities. She was a member of Omega Psi Theta Sorority and was voted Homecoming Duchess in 1949. Jody was a charter member of the Doane Dolphins synchronized swimming team and also a member of the Doane College Women's Athletic Association. Jody's first teaching job was in Gothenburg, NE, and then Crete, NE, where she subsequently met "Bud." On August 3, 1954, she married Myron "Bud" Jasnoch, and to this union, four children were born, Tim, MaryLou, Julie, and Jim. Her teaching career continued in Alliance and Oshkosh. She retired from teaching in 1989 but continued to substitute in Ogallala and surrounding area schools. Jody loved to read and had an impressive collection of Santa Claus figurines. She and Bud loved to travel and enjoyed playing KENO and gambling. Jody was active in the community and taught water aerobics to senior women at the Rec Center for many years. Many long-lasting friendships were formed there. Jody was incredibly passionate about donating to the Wounded Warriors, Paralyzed Veterans, and the VFW, as her brother-in-law, Gib, had been severely wounded while serving. Her father and brothers honorably served our country as well. She was a lifelong member of The American Legion Auxiliary, which she was extremely proud of. Her father was integral in starting Unit 147 and the American Legion Baseball Program in Crete, NE. Jody was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Erv Moorberg; brothers, Karl Kerst and Alfred Kerst; two grandchildren, Angela Lynn Jasnoch and Joseph Timothy Jasnoch; three brothers-in-law, Gilbert, Edwin, and Longene; and four sisters-in-law, Evangeline, Lillian, Carolyn, and Lavina. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her children, Tim Jasnoch of Crete, Mary Lou Jasnoch of Ogallala, Julie Klein of Mitchell, and Jim Jasnoch of Kimball; two grandchildren, Melanie (Max) Wake of Seward and John (Jennifer) Jasnoch of San Diego, CA; five great-grandsons, Henry, Charles, and Thomas Wake, and James and Julius Jasnoch. Sister-in-law, Jean Varner Kerst of Greers Ferry, AR. Jody is also survived by her extraordinary loving and caring niece, Ann Pellatz, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and good friends. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jody's memory for later designation. Cards can be sent to 117 South Hillcrest, Ogallala, NE 69153. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Graveside Service will be held at a later date at the Ogallala Cemetery with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Josephine A Jasnoch (1928-2022)

&nbsp; GENEVA SAUERS, 88, of Julesburg, CO, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at her home in Julesburg. A memorial has been established in Geneva's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Funeral services will be on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 10:00 am at the New Hope Church in Ogallala with Pastor Isaac Sanderson officiating. Interment will be in the Big Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, from 1 pm to 4 pm, at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; GENEVA SAUERS, 88, of Julesburg, CO, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at her home in Julesburg. A memorial has been established in Geneva's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Funeral services will be on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 10:00 am at the New Hope Church in Ogallala with Pastor Isaac Sanderson officiating. Interment will be in the Big Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, from 1 pm to 4 pm, at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Geneva Sauers (1933-2022)

Jenene A. Schrader, 56, of Paxton, passed away on March 28, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;She was born on November 9, 1965 to Gene and Lois (Carlson) Lunkwitz. She attended North Platte High school. Jenene married Howard Schrader in 1983 and together they made their home in North Platte and Sutherland even receiving their GEDs together. The couple moved to Plains, Texas for Howard's job, returning to Paxton in 1985. In 1997, Jenene started working as a Meat Cutter for Hehnke's for the last 25 years. Jenene loved playing cards, cooking, riding 4 wheelers, gardening and being in her yard, but most of all loved spending time with her grandchildren.

&nbsp;Jenene is survived by her loving husband Howard, two sons, Cortney Schrader of Lincoln, NE, Kbob (Kandi) Schrader of Sidney, NE; one daughter Taren (Lane) Morrow of Brush, CO; two sisters; Twin sister Gaylene (Cody) Shaw of Paxton, NE, Cherylene Lunkwitz of Paxton, NE; one brother Leonard (Crecia) Lunzwitz of North Platte, NE; and one grandson and six granddaughters. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by sister-in-law Arlene Songster.

&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Friday, April 1st, 2022 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at Draucker Funeral Home chapel in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 2:00 pm, at the United Methodist Church in Paxton with Pastor Mark Baldwin and Ron Jay officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Paxton Cemetery in Paxton Nebraska. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested in her memory. Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com and clicking the share a memory button. Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com and by clicking the watch live button.

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 </figure>Jenene A. Schrader, 56, of Paxton, passed away on March 28, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;She was born on November 9, 1965 to Gene and Lois (Carlson) Lunkwitz. She attended North Platte High school. Jenene married Howard Schrader in 1983 and together they made their home in North Platte and Sutherland even receiving their GEDs together. The couple moved to Plains, Texas for Howard's job, returning to Paxton in 1985. In 1997, Jenene started working as a Meat Cutter for Hehnke's for the last 25 years. Jenene loved playing cards, cooking, riding 4 wheelers, gardening and being in her yard, but most of all loved spending time with her grandchildren.&nbsp;Jenene is survived by her loving husband Howard, two sons, Cortney Schrader of Lincoln, NE, Kbob (Kandi) Schrader of Sidney, NE; one daughter Taren (Lane) Morrow of Brush, CO; two sisters; Twin sister Gaylene (Cody) Shaw of Paxton, NE, Cherylene Lunkwitz of Paxton, NE; one brother Leonard (Crecia) Lunzwitz of North Platte, NE; and one grandson and six granddaughters. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by sister-in-law Arlene Songster.&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Friday, April 1st, 2022 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at Draucker Funeral Home chapel in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 2:00 pm, at the United Methodist Church in Paxton with Pastor Mark Baldwin and Ron Jay officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Paxton Cemetery in Paxton Nebraska. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested in her memory. Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com and clicking the share a memory button. Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com and by clicking the watch live button.

Jenene Angeline (Lunkwitz) Schrader (1965-2022)

Jesse was raised by Timothy Roubideaux, Sr. and Myrna White Bear. He grew up on and off the Rosebud Reservation. Jesse’s biological parents are Tessa Bordeaux and Clement ‘Hawk’ Standing Elk. Jesse has many siblings/nieces/nephews.

From Tim and Myrna’s side his is survived by: Lee, Jolene, Nicole, Peter, Timothy Jr, Gabe &amp; Brett And preceded in death by: Tim Sr, Myrna Sr, Prinnice &amp; Myrna ‘Baby Girl” Jr&nbsp; On Tessa’s side his is survived by: Princess and Monique. On Clement’s side he is survived by: CJ, Xander, Alisa, Chrystal &amp; Beth And preceded in death by: Clement.

He graduated from Todd County High School. He attended Sinte Gleska University. He loved to draw and he loved archery. He loved his family.

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 </figure>Jesse was raised by Timothy Roubideaux, Sr. and Myrna White Bear. He grew up on and off the Rosebud Reservation. Jesse’s biological parents are Tessa Bordeaux and Clement ‘Hawk’ Standing Elk. Jesse has many siblings/nieces/nephews.From Tim and Myrna’s side his is survived by: Lee, Jolene, Nicole, Peter, Timothy Jr, Gabe &amp; Brett And preceded in death by: Tim Sr, Myrna Sr, Prinnice &amp; Myrna ‘Baby Girl” Jr&nbsp; On Tessa’s side his is survived by: Princess and Monique. On Clement’s side he is survived by: CJ, Xander, Alisa, Chrystal &amp; Beth And preceded in death by: Clement.He graduated from Todd County High School. He attended Sinte Gleska University. He loved to draw and he loved archery. He loved his family.

Jesse White Bear (1987-2022)

&nbsp; Marjorie June (Cordis) Barent passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. She was 88 years old and living in Lincoln, NE at the time of her passing. Marjorie was born to Henry Herman and Mary Elizabeth (Abold) Cordis on June 25, 1933, in Thomas County, NE. She was a 1951 graduate of Thedford High School and following that she went to Cosmetology School in Hastings, NE. During her time in the Sandhills, she met a handsome young man named Joe Barent at a dance. She fell in love, and they were married on April 11, 1954, at the United Church of Christ in Thedford, NE. Joe and Marjorie moved near Lewellen, NE and worked for Clarence Fairchild. After a few years, they moved ‘up on the creek’ and spent 28 years working for Thad Patrick. Here on the Otter Creek Ranch, they raised their three children (Debbie, Tim and Jeff). Marjorie spent time chasing kids, cattle and cooking up a feast. Anyone that came to visit or work on the creek, never went hungry. Marjorie was known for her ‘pinch cooking’ and abilities to feed a crowd. Joe and Marjorie then bought the Fairchild ranch in March of 1985. They ranched on this homestead from 1985 until their retirement in 2007. In 2007, Joe and Marjorie moved to Valentine, Nebraska to enjoy their newfound free time with friends and family. Marjorie remained in Valentine after Joe passed away in 2011. In 2016, Marjorie moved back to Lewellen to be close to her son, Jeff. She spent much of her time on the phone with family and friends keeping up to date. She enjoyed watching cattle and conversations about hay prices, the moving markets, and best kept secrets of the farming and ranching industry. She also had great-grandchildren to spoil and cuddle. She loved their visits, artwork, crafts and stories. In the last year, Marjorie’s hard-working life had started to catch up to her body. She began to need more full-time support and moved into the Oshkosh nursing home for a few months. Then she transitioned to the Lancaster Rehabilitation Center in Lincoln, NE. In Lincoln, Marjorie was frequently visited by her sister, nieces, great-nephew, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved to people watch and talk about days on the ranch. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Mary; loving husband Joe; sisters Mary Weil, Dorothy Hester and Frances Abraham; and brothers Chet Cordis, Jerry Cordis, James Cordis, Dale Cordis and Paul Cordis. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Barent of Oshkosh, NE; son, Timothy (Kathy) Barent of Wauneta, NE; son, Jeffery Barent of Lewellen, NE; granddaughter, Sara (Phil) Haake of Lincoln, NE; and great-grandchildren Leigha and Grayson. Marjorie is also survived by her sisters, Maxine Finney of Lincoln, NE; Charlotte (Sam) Miles of Valentine, NE; Jesse Van Schoyck of Clear Lake, IA; sister-in-law Lavina Sevier of Seneca, NE; brother-in-law Boyd Barent of Lakewood, CO; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Visitation was held at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine, NE from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 28. Services Were at the United Church of Christ in Thedford, NE at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, with burial at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Thedford, followed by a light lunch at the church. Marjorie will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was an amazing wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Marjorie June (Cordis) Barent passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. She was 88 years old and living in Lincoln, NE at the time of her passing. Marjorie was born to Henry Herman and Mary Elizabeth (Abold) Cordis on June 25, 1933, in Thomas County, NE. She was a 1951 graduate of Thedford High School and following that she went to Cosmetology School in Hastings, NE. During her time in the Sandhills, she met a handsome young man named Joe Barent at a dance. She fell in love, and they were married on April 11, 1954, at the United Church of Christ in Thedford, NE. Joe and Marjorie moved near Lewellen, NE and worked for Clarence Fairchild. After a few years, they moved ‘up on the creek’ and spent 28 years working for Thad Patrick. Here on the Otter Creek Ranch, they raised their three children (Debbie, Tim and Jeff). Marjorie spent time chasing kids, cattle and cooking up a feast. Anyone that came to visit or work on the creek, never went hungry. Marjorie was known for her ‘pinch cooking’ and abilities to feed a crowd. Joe and Marjorie then bought the Fairchild ranch in March of 1985. They ranched on this homestead from 1985 until their retirement in 2007. In 2007, Joe and Marjorie moved to Valentine, Nebraska to enjoy their newfound free time with friends and family. Marjorie remained in Valentine after Joe passed away in 2011. In 2016, Marjorie moved back to Lewellen to be close to her son, Jeff. She spent much of her time on the phone with family and friends keeping up to date. She enjoyed watching cattle and conversations about hay prices, the moving markets, and best kept secrets of the farming and ranching industry. She also had great-grandchildren to spoil and cuddle. She loved their visits, artwork, crafts and stories. In the last year, Marjorie’s hard-working life had started to catch up to her body. She began to need more full-time support and moved into the Oshkosh nursing home for a few months. Then she transitioned to the Lancaster Rehabilitation Center in Lincoln, NE. In Lincoln, Marjorie was frequently visited by her sister, nieces, great-nephew, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved to people watch and talk about days on the ranch. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Mary; loving husband Joe; sisters Mary Weil, Dorothy Hester and Frances Abraham; and brothers Chet Cordis, Jerry Cordis, James Cordis, Dale Cordis and Paul Cordis. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Barent of Oshkosh, NE; son, Timothy (Kathy) Barent of Wauneta, NE; son, Jeffery Barent of Lewellen, NE; granddaughter, Sara (Phil) Haake of Lincoln, NE; and great-grandchildren Leigha and Grayson. Marjorie is also survived by her sisters, Maxine Finney of Lincoln, NE; Charlotte (Sam) Miles of Valentine, NE; Jesse Van Schoyck of Clear Lake, IA; sister-in-law Lavina Sevier of Seneca, NE; brother-in-law Boyd Barent of Lakewood, CO; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Visitation was held at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine, NE from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 28. Services Were at the United Church of Christ in Thedford, NE at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, with burial at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Thedford, followed by a light lunch at the church. Marjorie will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was an amazing wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marjorie June "Margie"(Cordis) Barent  (1933-2022)

&nbsp;Kenneth passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday March 27, 2022, at Kearney Regional Hospital.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kenneth was born on February 7, 1943, in Hawthorne California to Melvin and Neoma (Clark) Goodenow.&nbsp; After his mother’s death a month later, his father moved the family back to Nebraska where he was raised on the Garfield Table.&nbsp; His father, having three young children and Kenneth an infant, would leave them with their Aunt Edith while he was at work. Kenneth’s aunt began to bond with him. At one point Kenneth’s uncle Harry and Aunt Edith asked his father if they could keep him.&nbsp; After much thought he decided that it was the best thing to do. &nbsp;He attended a small country school through the eighth grade, then went on to graduate from Stapleton Public School in 1961. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shortly after graduation he moved to Denver where he met the love of his life, Katherine Mary McAnulty. They were married on August 28, 1964. &nbsp;Through this union they had three children: Kenneth L. Goodenow Jr., Kevin C. Goodenow, and Katrina A. (Goodenow) Lopez. Kenneth had a couple of different jobs before moving his family back to the family farm in 1978.&nbsp; In 1995, he and his wife moved to North Platte to be closer to his job. He took a position working for the city of North Platte, where he stayed until he retired in 2013.&nbsp; A few years after he retired, they moved to Arnold to be closer to their son where he lived until his death. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth and Katherine loved to travel, taking the grandchildren with them across the western United States visiting many historical sites like Custer’s Last Stand, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone National Park and many other destinations. His son took him to a few Denver Broncos games through the years which he enjoyed until he was unable to sit in the stadium seats because of his back problems. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He loved the mountains and the smell of the pine and campfires. Estes Park and the Black Hills were just a couple of places he liked to vacation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Even though his health was in decline for many years he still went camping with his family to the Black Hills as recently as last Labor Day weekend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He and his son would go for a drive just about every Wednesday after his doctor’s appointment and just reminisce about time gone by and future plans. On one of their last outings, he was asking when are we going back to the Black Hills?&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth enjoyed fishing, camping, playing his guitar and singing with his grandchildren, reading, and spending time with family. He read The Blizzard of '49 many, many times throughout his life, but his favorite book was the Bible.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; One thing that anyone who knew Kenneth, is that he was famous for telling jokes that would keep you laughing thoughout the day.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Goodenow; mother, Neoma (Clark) Goodenow; uncle, Harry Goodenow; aunt, Edith Goodenow; son Kevin Goodenow; sisters, Charlotte (Goodenow) Vande Vegt, Vicki (Goodenow) Maestas, Doris Goodenow; brother, Melvin Goodenow; half-brother Jerry Goodenow; and stepbrother, Larry Toillion, 10 sleeping great grandchildren, and many aunts, uncles, and other family.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include wife, Katherine (McAnulty) Goodenow; son, Kenneth (Patricia) Goodenow, all of Arnold; daughter, Katrina (Goodenow) Lopez of Holdrege; nephew, Steven Turney; grandsons, Kenneth (Allison) Goodenow 3rd of Arnold, Brandon (Mandy) Goodenow of Kearney; granddaughters, Vanessa (DJ) Andre, of Kearney, Christa (Goodenow) Ponce of Omaha; brother in laws, Roy (Carol) McAnulty of Denver CO, Billy Wayne McAnulty of Ephrata, WA; sister in law, Vicki Johnson of North Platte; grandson Jeremiah Lopez of Holdrege; great grandchildren, Ian Smith, Taylor Smith, Brayden Smith, Chloe Smith, Trey Goodenow, Ryden Goodenow, Kayson Goodenow, Noah Andre, and Theodore Andre all of Kearney, Bo Bennet, Oli Goodenow, Kenny Goodenow VI, all of Arnold; and many nieces and nephews and other family.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 10:00 am at the Tallin Church with Pastors Jeremy Rinke and Lee Wonch officiating. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Garfield Cemetery. A visitation will take place on Monday, April 4th, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Arnold Funeral Home in Arnold. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Arnold are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648658208102.jpeg" alt="Kenneth Goodenow Sr." />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Goodenow Sr.</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Kenneth passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday March 27, 2022, at Kearney Regional Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kenneth was born on February 7, 1943, in Hawthorne California to Melvin and Neoma (Clark) Goodenow.&nbsp; After his mother’s death a month later, his father moved the family back to Nebraska where he was raised on the Garfield Table.&nbsp; His father, having three young children and Kenneth an infant, would leave them with their Aunt Edith while he was at work. Kenneth’s aunt began to bond with him. At one point Kenneth’s uncle Harry and Aunt Edith asked his father if they could keep him.&nbsp; After much thought he decided that it was the best thing to do. &nbsp;He attended a small country school through the eighth grade, then went on to graduate from Stapleton Public School in 1961. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shortly after graduation he moved to Denver where he met the love of his life, Katherine Mary McAnulty. They were married on August 28, 1964. &nbsp;Through this union they had three children: Kenneth L. Goodenow Jr., Kevin C. Goodenow, and Katrina A. (Goodenow) Lopez. Kenneth had a couple of different jobs before moving his family back to the family farm in 1978.&nbsp; In 1995, he and his wife moved to North Platte to be closer to his job. He took a position working for the city of North Platte, where he stayed until he retired in 2013.&nbsp; A few years after he retired, they moved to Arnold to be closer to their son where he lived until his death. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth and Katherine loved to travel, taking the grandchildren with them across the western United States visiting many historical sites like Custer’s Last Stand, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone National Park and many other destinations. His son took him to a few Denver Broncos games through the years which he enjoyed until he was unable to sit in the stadium seats because of his back problems. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He loved the mountains and the smell of the pine and campfires. Estes Park and the Black Hills were just a couple of places he liked to vacation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Even though his health was in decline for many years he still went camping with his family to the Black Hills as recently as last Labor Day weekend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He and his son would go for a drive just about every Wednesday after his doctor’s appointment and just reminisce about time gone by and future plans. On one of their last outings, he was asking when are we going back to the Black Hills?&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth enjoyed fishing, camping, playing his guitar and singing with his grandchildren, reading, and spending time with family. He read The Blizzard of '49 many, many times throughout his life, but his favorite book was the Bible.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; One thing that anyone who knew Kenneth, is that he was famous for telling jokes that would keep you laughing thoughout the day.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Goodenow; mother, Neoma (Clark) Goodenow; uncle, Harry Goodenow; aunt, Edith Goodenow; son Kevin Goodenow; sisters, Charlotte (Goodenow) Vande Vegt, Vicki (Goodenow) Maestas, Doris Goodenow; brother, Melvin Goodenow; half-brother Jerry Goodenow; and stepbrother, Larry Toillion, 10 sleeping great grandchildren, and many aunts, uncles, and other family.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include wife, Katherine (McAnulty) Goodenow; son, Kenneth (Patricia) Goodenow, all of Arnold; daughter, Katrina (Goodenow) Lopez of Holdrege; nephew, Steven Turney; grandsons, Kenneth (Allison) Goodenow 3rd of Arnold, Brandon (Mandy) Goodenow of Kearney; granddaughters, Vanessa (DJ) Andre, of Kearney, Christa (Goodenow) Ponce of Omaha; brother in laws, Roy (Carol) McAnulty of Denver CO, Billy Wayne McAnulty of Ephrata, WA; sister in law, Vicki Johnson of North Platte; grandson Jeremiah Lopez of Holdrege; great grandchildren, Ian Smith, Taylor Smith, Brayden Smith, Chloe Smith, Trey Goodenow, Ryden Goodenow, Kayson Goodenow, Noah Andre, and Theodore Andre all of Kearney, Bo Bennet, Oli Goodenow, Kenny Goodenow VI, all of Arnold; and many nieces and nephews and other family.Funeral service will be Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 10:00 am at the Tallin Church with Pastors Jeremy Rinke and Lee Wonch officiating. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Garfield Cemetery. A visitation will take place on Monday, April 4th, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Arnold Funeral Home in Arnold. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Arnold are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Kenneth Goodenow, Sr. (1943-2022)

Melvin F. Lammers, 79, of Overton, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Kearney Regional Medical Center.

Melvin was born on November 2, 1942, at Lexington, Nebraska to Fredrick and Velma (Brown) Lammers.&nbsp; He attended public schools in Overton and graduated from Overton High School with the class of 1961.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was united in marriage to Sharon Zoubek in Elm Creek, Nebraska in June of 1963.&nbsp; Two sons were blessed to this union.&nbsp; The family made their home in Kearney for a few years where Melvin worked for a farmer by Axtell, before moving back to the family farm near Overton.&nbsp; Melvin always kept busy and worked for the Haymill Progress Products, Tenneco Monroe Automotive, Sperry New Holland and was a mechanic at the Truck Stop in Odessa.&nbsp; Melvin then decided to go out on his own as a mechanic and specialized in working on 18-wheelers.&nbsp; He also always found time to be engaged on the farm, which was in his blood. &nbsp; &nbsp; Melvin had a strong work ethic and his passion was welding and fabrication.&nbsp; He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, Sharon.&nbsp; Melvin was a strong supporter of the Nebraska State Troopers.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon of Overton; his son, Randy (Brenda) Lammers of Overton; five grandchildren, Trenton Lammers of Overton, Sylvia (Erin) Arthur of Overton, Nikole (Gary) Rhamy of Overton, Kyle Lammers of Shelton and Casey Lammers of Grand Island; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Martha Honeywell of Sutherland and Margaruite (Dick) Brand of Loomis; sisters-in-law, Pat TenEyck of Kearney, Shirley Reed of Colorado, Twila Zoubek of Colorado, Suzanne Hakanson of Lincoln, Gladys Crosier of Hildreth and Jeanette Sheen of Henderson; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Melvin was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Melvin’s wish for cremation.&nbsp; Family services will be held at a later date. A memorial as been established in Melvin’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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648657545513.jpeg" alt="Melvin Lammers" />
 <figcaption>Melvin Lammers</figcaption>
 </figure>Melvin F. Lammers, 79, of Overton, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Kearney Regional Medical Center.Melvin was born on November 2, 1942, at Lexington, Nebraska to Fredrick and Velma (Brown) Lammers.&nbsp; He attended public schools in Overton and graduated from Overton High School with the class of 1961.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was united in marriage to Sharon Zoubek in Elm Creek, Nebraska in June of 1963.&nbsp; Two sons were blessed to this union.&nbsp; The family made their home in Kearney for a few years where Melvin worked for a farmer by Axtell, before moving back to the family farm near Overton.&nbsp; Melvin always kept busy and worked for the Haymill Progress Products, Tenneco Monroe Automotive, Sperry New Holland and was a mechanic at the Truck Stop in Odessa.&nbsp; Melvin then decided to go out on his own as a mechanic and specialized in working on 18-wheelers.&nbsp; He also always found time to be engaged on the farm, which was in his blood. &nbsp; &nbsp; Melvin had a strong work ethic and his passion was welding and fabrication.&nbsp; He also enjoyed traveling with his wife, Sharon.&nbsp; Melvin was a strong supporter of the Nebraska State Troopers.Survivors include his wife, Sharon of Overton; his son, Randy (Brenda) Lammers of Overton; five grandchildren, Trenton Lammers of Overton, Sylvia (Erin) Arthur of Overton, Nikole (Gary) Rhamy of Overton, Kyle Lammers of Shelton and Casey Lammers of Grand Island; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Martha Honeywell of Sutherland and Margaruite (Dick) Brand of Loomis; sisters-in-law, Pat TenEyck of Kearney, Shirley Reed of Colorado, Twila Zoubek of Colorado, Suzanne Hakanson of Lincoln, Gladys Crosier of Hildreth and Jeanette Sheen of Henderson; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.Melvin was preceded in death by his parents.There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Melvin’s wish for cremation.&nbsp; Family services will be held at a later date. A memorial as been established in Melvin’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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Melvin F. Lammers (1942-2022)

Kenneth R. Cox of North Platte passed away on March 29, 2022 at home surrounded by family.&nbsp; Ken was born November 19, 1941 during a horrible blizzard at the family farm northwest of Elsie, NE to Lawrence 0. Cox and Eva C. Cox, along with his twin sister Kathleen K. Schneider. He graduated from Elsie High School in 1959.&nbsp; In 1962, he married Carmen Sparks and to this union a son Doug L. Cox was born. They later divorced.&nbsp; Ken was drafted into the Army while living in Donna, TX.&nbsp; He served two years in the Army and was stationed in Japan during the Vietnam War being discharged in 1967.&nbsp; He drove a grain truck for Bill Campbell near Sutherland and later, in 1970, was an over-the-road truck driver for Crown Prince Dog Food Co. In 1971, he took a job driving for Consolidated Freightways, retiring in 1981. In 1980, he married Lorraine Fleshman. He opened a small appliance repair shop and operated the business until 1985 when he began working at St. Patrick’s High School in maintenance.&nbsp; In 1993, he was employed by the City of North Platte driving a truck until 2007 when he retired.&nbsp; Ken loved working on and repairing lawn mowers, riding his motorcycle and flying airplanes.&nbsp; He was unable to get a license as a pilot because of color blindness.&nbsp; He really enjoyed flying with friends when given the opportunity.&nbsp; Ken and Lorraine enjoyed riding the motorcycle on long road trips to such destinations as the Ozarks, Canada and the Rocky Mountains.&nbsp;

Ken was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, sister Edna Ruth and stepson Mike Fleshman. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, son Doug and granddaughter Diandra Cox and Diandra’s mother Sarah Nila.&nbsp; Brother Wayne (Bonnie) Cox of Mead, CO, twin sister, Kathleen (Bill) Schneider of North Platte, sister Wanda (John) Westfahl of Imperial, NE, many nieces and nephews and their families. Also, stepdaughter Toni (Dave) Slattery and grandchildren Kari, Katie, Jessica and Julie along with daughter-in-law Tami and grandsons Carter and Ty Fleshman.

Ken was a proud member of the American Legion, Elks, Masons and Eagles. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Fur the Love of Paws Rescue, 220 East B, North Platte, NE 69101, North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment, 601 South Tabor, North Platte, NE 69101 or the donor’s choice. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 2, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Josh Brown as celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later date at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648656300296.jpeg" alt="Kenneth Cox" />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Cox</figcaption>
 </figure>Kenneth R. Cox of North Platte passed away on March 29, 2022 at home surrounded by family.&nbsp; Ken was born November 19, 1941 during a horrible blizzard at the family farm northwest of Elsie, NE to Lawrence 0. Cox and Eva C. Cox, along with his twin sister Kathleen K. Schneider. He graduated from Elsie High School in 1959.&nbsp; In 1962, he married Carmen Sparks and to this union a son Doug L. Cox was born. They later divorced.&nbsp; Ken was drafted into the Army while living in Donna, TX.&nbsp; He served two years in the Army and was stationed in Japan during the Vietnam War being discharged in 1967.&nbsp; He drove a grain truck for Bill Campbell near Sutherland and later, in 1970, was an over-the-road truck driver for Crown Prince Dog Food Co. In 1971, he took a job driving for Consolidated Freightways, retiring in 1981. In 1980, he married Lorraine Fleshman. He opened a small appliance repair shop and operated the business until 1985 when he began working at St. Patrick’s High School in maintenance.&nbsp; In 1993, he was employed by the City of North Platte driving a truck until 2007 when he retired.&nbsp; Ken loved working on and repairing lawn mowers, riding his motorcycle and flying airplanes.&nbsp; He was unable to get a license as a pilot because of color blindness.&nbsp; He really enjoyed flying with friends when given the opportunity.&nbsp; Ken and Lorraine enjoyed riding the motorcycle on long road trips to such destinations as the Ozarks, Canada and the Rocky Mountains.&nbsp;Ken was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, sister Edna Ruth and stepson Mike Fleshman. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, son Doug and granddaughter Diandra Cox and Diandra’s mother Sarah Nila.&nbsp; Brother Wayne (Bonnie) Cox of Mead, CO, twin sister, Kathleen (Bill) Schneider of North Platte, sister Wanda (John) Westfahl of Imperial, NE, many nieces and nephews and their families. Also, stepdaughter Toni (Dave) Slattery and grandchildren Kari, Katie, Jessica and Julie along with daughter-in-law Tami and grandsons Carter and Ty Fleshman.Ken was a proud member of the American Legion, Elks, Masons and Eagles. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Fur the Love of Paws Rescue, 220 East B, North Platte, NE 69101, North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment, 601 South Tabor, North Platte, NE 69101 or the donor’s choice. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 2, 2022 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Josh Brown as celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later date at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth Ray Cox (1941-2022)

Matt Herman Tabke, 63, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 28, 2022, at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; He was born April 6, 1958 to Carl and Betty (Kesterson) Tabke in North Platte.&nbsp; He grew up in Bignell, where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and helping on the family farm.&nbsp; Matt was his own man and lived the life he wanted, enjoying a good book and anything on the western channel.&nbsp; His children and grandchild were his greatest joy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Betty Tabke.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Matt is survived by his two children, Chanse (Jacque) Tabke of Lincoln, Nebraska; Tosha (Jay) Shotkoski of Hershey, Nebraska; and his granddaughter, Skye Tabke.&nbsp; To his family and friends remember: “Memories are best held in the heart.”

Visitation will be noon – 5:00 P.M., Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648656000716.jpeg" alt="Matt Tabke" />
 <figcaption>Matt Tabke</figcaption>
 </figure>Matt Herman Tabke, 63, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 28, 2022, at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; He was born April 6, 1958 to Carl and Betty (Kesterson) Tabke in North Platte.&nbsp; He grew up in Bignell, where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and helping on the family farm.&nbsp; Matt was his own man and lived the life he wanted, enjoying a good book and anything on the western channel.&nbsp; His children and grandchild were his greatest joy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Betty Tabke.&nbsp;&nbsp;Matt is survived by his two children, Chanse (Jacque) Tabke of Lincoln, Nebraska; Tosha (Jay) Shotkoski of Hershey, Nebraska; and his granddaughter, Skye Tabke.&nbsp; To his family and friends remember: “Memories are best held in the heart.”Visitation will be noon – 5:00 P.M., Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Matt Tabke (1958-2022)

&nbsp;John Lewis Harmon, age 87, of Broken Bow died Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born February 9, 1935, at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Ira and Margaret (Linder) Harmon.&nbsp; He grew up on a farm near Ansley, Nebraska.&nbsp; He received his education at Ansley, graduating in 1954. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enlisted in the Army in 1955 and served 3 years.&nbsp; He was stationed in Germany for 2 years of his enlistment. He married Lillian May Leverington on February 18, 1961, at Broken Bow. John worked at Arrow Seed in Broken Bow for 45 years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandson, fishing, bowling, and watching sports, especially the Huskers. After retirement he enjoyed playing pool at the Pioneer Center; going for coffee Monday thru Friday, weather permitting; and his cat, Snoopy.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include three daughters and one son-in-law, Anna and Scott Feddersen of Kearney, Margaret Harmon of Broken Bow and Tammy Alexander of Omaha; one son, John Harmon of Broken Bow; six grandchildren, Rachel (&amp; Sean) Stahly, Jason Feddersen, Rebekah Feddersen, Haley (&amp; Michael) McLaughlin, Skylar Alexander, Paige Alexander; and one great grandson, Easton McLaughlin. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lillian; one son, Thomas Eugene; two brothers, Harold Harmon and Cloyd D. (Pete) Harmon.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held April 1, 2022, at 11 am at Govier Brothers Mortuary with Roger Sloan officiating, with visitation two hours prior to service. The service will be livestreamed at www.govierbrothers.com. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to the family. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648657703064.jpeg" alt="John Harmon, Sr." />
 <figcaption>John Harmon, Sr.</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;John Lewis Harmon, age 87, of Broken Bow died Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born February 9, 1935, at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Ira and Margaret (Linder) Harmon.&nbsp; He grew up on a farm near Ansley, Nebraska.&nbsp; He received his education at Ansley, graduating in 1954. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enlisted in the Army in 1955 and served 3 years.&nbsp; He was stationed in Germany for 2 years of his enlistment. He married Lillian May Leverington on February 18, 1961, at Broken Bow. John worked at Arrow Seed in Broken Bow for 45 years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandson, fishing, bowling, and watching sports, especially the Huskers. After retirement he enjoyed playing pool at the Pioneer Center; going for coffee Monday thru Friday, weather permitting; and his cat, Snoopy.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include three daughters and one son-in-law, Anna and Scott Feddersen of Kearney, Margaret Harmon of Broken Bow and Tammy Alexander of Omaha; one son, John Harmon of Broken Bow; six grandchildren, Rachel (&amp; Sean) Stahly, Jason Feddersen, Rebekah Feddersen, Haley (&amp; Michael) McLaughlin, Skylar Alexander, Paige Alexander; and one great grandson, Easton McLaughlin. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lillian; one son, Thomas Eugene; two brothers, Harold Harmon and Cloyd D. (Pete) Harmon.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held April 1, 2022, at 11 am at Govier Brothers Mortuary with Roger Sloan officiating, with visitation two hours prior to service. The service will be livestreamed at www.govierbrothers.com. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to the family. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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