&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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 </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>.

John Harmon, Sr. (1935-2022)

&nbsp;&nbsp;The greatness of a man is not how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.&nbsp; Donald A. Hein went to his heavenly home on March 27, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in Broken Bow, Nebraska on October 23, 1929, to Arthur and Flora (Zimmerman) Hein and had one brother, Gordon Hein.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Don was raised in McCook, Nebraska where he attended McCook Schools and married his high school sweetheart, Virginia (Gillen) Hein, his beloved wife of 71 years.&nbsp; Together they raised their four daughters, Patricia (Michael) Cornish, Rebecca (Gale) Loop, Barbara (Jay) Emory, and Lesa (William) Clifford.&nbsp; During these years he worked for the BN Railroad where he retired from after 39 years.

&nbsp; &nbsp;He took great pride in being part of his high school State Championship football team.&nbsp; His love for fishing includes a story about landing the Nebraska State walleye record for 12 years.&nbsp; He was an extremely talented man in all aspects of life.&nbsp; He could build a house or sew an apron for his daughters for 4-H.&nbsp; A lover of nature and the outdoors was exhibited through his beautiful yard along with his rose garden.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting and was an avid fisherman with his wife and daughters, so in his retirement years he spent many days with Virginia and friends fishing.&nbsp; His family will remember all the cherished times from baking Christmas cookies, sledding, fishing trips, fish fries, and vacations.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents; wife; his brother and sister-in-law, Gordon (Loretta) Hein; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Doris (Albert) Leblanc, Clarence Gillen, and Francis (Joan) Gillen.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Don is survived by his children; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Betty Gillen.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Don was a strong, kind, loving, and supportive father.&nbsp; He was a calm, cool, tough, brave, and a diverse person and did it all with a sense of humor and a positive spirit.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;It broke our hearts to lose you, but you finally found mom.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Don chose cremation and memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday morning, April 4, 2022 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Jay Emory officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will follow services in Saint Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given in his name or to Highland Park Retirement Community in McCook.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

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 </figure>&nbsp;&nbsp;The greatness of a man is not how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.&nbsp; Donald A. Hein went to his heavenly home on March 27, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in Broken Bow, Nebraska on October 23, 1929, to Arthur and Flora (Zimmerman) Hein and had one brother, Gordon Hein.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don was raised in McCook, Nebraska where he attended McCook Schools and married his high school sweetheart, Virginia (Gillen) Hein, his beloved wife of 71 years.&nbsp; Together they raised their four daughters, Patricia (Michael) Cornish, Rebecca (Gale) Loop, Barbara (Jay) Emory, and Lesa (William) Clifford.&nbsp; During these years he worked for the BN Railroad where he retired from after 39 years.&nbsp; &nbsp;He took great pride in being part of his high school State Championship football team.&nbsp; His love for fishing includes a story about landing the Nebraska State walleye record for 12 years.&nbsp; He was an extremely talented man in all aspects of life.&nbsp; He could build a house or sew an apron for his daughters for 4-H.&nbsp; A lover of nature and the outdoors was exhibited through his beautiful yard along with his rose garden.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting and was an avid fisherman with his wife and daughters, so in his retirement years he spent many days with Virginia and friends fishing.&nbsp; His family will remember all the cherished times from baking Christmas cookies, sledding, fishing trips, fish fries, and vacations.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents; wife; his brother and sister-in-law, Gordon (Loretta) Hein; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Doris (Albert) Leblanc, Clarence Gillen, and Francis (Joan) Gillen.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don is survived by his children; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Betty Gillen.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don was a strong, kind, loving, and supportive father.&nbsp; He was a calm, cool, tough, brave, and a diverse person and did it all with a sense of humor and a positive spirit.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;It broke our hearts to lose you, but you finally found mom.&nbsp; &nbsp;Don chose cremation and memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday morning, April 4, 2022 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Jay Emory officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will follow services in Saint Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given in his name or to Highland Park Retirement Community in McCook.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Donald Arthur Hein (1929-2022)

Ilene May Vian, 73, formerly of Oshkosh, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. A gathering of family and friends will be held 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Oshkosh City Cemetery. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Vian family.

Memorials in Ilene’s name can be made to the family for later designation.

Ilene May was born December 6, 1948 in Grant, Nebraska to Bill and Clara (Kraft) Howe.&nbsp; Ilene will be remembered for her love of quilting, dining out, shopping, her dog, and her family and friends. She is survived by her son, David Kackmeister; siblings, Katie Barber of Fort Morgan, Colorado, Betty Jones or Bryant, Wisconsin, Susan Starr of Sidney, Nebraska, and Phillip Kraft of California; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Ilene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Del Vian, and siblings, Carolina Sand, George Kraft, Bertha Campbell, Ed Kraft, Martha Venditte, and Lizzie Jeffres.

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 </figure>Ilene May Vian, 73, formerly of Oshkosh, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. A gathering of family and friends will be held 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Oshkosh City Cemetery. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Vian family.Memorials in Ilene’s name can be made to the family for later designation.Ilene May was born December 6, 1948 in Grant, Nebraska to Bill and Clara (Kraft) Howe.&nbsp; Ilene will be remembered for her love of quilting, dining out, shopping, her dog, and her family and friends. She is survived by her son, David Kackmeister; siblings, Katie Barber of Fort Morgan, Colorado, Betty Jones or Bryant, Wisconsin, Susan Starr of Sidney, Nebraska, and Phillip Kraft of California; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Ilene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Del Vian, and siblings, Carolina Sand, George Kraft, Bertha Campbell, Ed Kraft, Martha Venditte, and Lizzie Jeffres.

Ilene May Vian (1948-2022)

William "Bill" George Hines Sr., 90, of Ogallala, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the Ogallala Community Hospital. Bill was born November 14, 1931, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, to Henry "Hank" and Coriene (Smith) Hines. He graduated from Garden County High School with the class of 1949. In January 1952, Bill married Paulene Roth, and to this union, two children were born, William "Bill" and Dawn. April of 1952, Bill enlisted in the army and was stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, TX and was honorably discharged in April of 1954. Bill worked as a rural mail carrier for a number of years in Oshkosh before eventually starting Hines Construction Company, based primarily in Ogallala. He built many homes in and around town, as well as Lakeshore Development on the northwest side of Lake McConaughy. Bill was industrious and creative, which served him well throughout his life. He took great pride in his work, which was a family heritage passed down from his father, Hank, who was a contractor and bricklayer for many years in Garden County. When Bill wasn't working, you could find him in a goose blind, walking a cornfield, fishing at Lake McConaughy, and in later years in Mexico. He and Jennetta enjoyed wintering in Bucerias, Nayarit, Mexico, and made many lifelong friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his sister and brother-in-law, Dixie (Johnny) Piva. Survivors include his children, William "Bill" G. (Becky) Hines Jr. of Gig Harbor, WA, Dawn (Bruce) Batt of Sidney, NE; his life partner, Jennetta Schwartzkopf of Ogallala; grandchildren, Jen, Brad, Tony, Maddie, Josh, and Jess; twelve great-grandchildren; along with a niece, two nephews, and their respective families. A memorial has been established in Bill's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. A memorial service will be held on June 13, 2022, the time and place will be published when determined. Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>William "Bill" George Hines Sr., 90, of Ogallala, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the Ogallala Community Hospital. Bill was born November 14, 1931, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, to Henry "Hank" and Coriene (Smith) Hines. He graduated from Garden County High School with the class of 1949. In January 1952, Bill married Paulene Roth, and to this union, two children were born, William "Bill" and Dawn. April of 1952, Bill enlisted in the army and was stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, TX and was honorably discharged in April of 1954. Bill worked as a rural mail carrier for a number of years in Oshkosh before eventually starting Hines Construction Company, based primarily in Ogallala. He built many homes in and around town, as well as Lakeshore Development on the northwest side of Lake McConaughy. Bill was industrious and creative, which served him well throughout his life. He took great pride in his work, which was a family heritage passed down from his father, Hank, who was a contractor and bricklayer for many years in Garden County. When Bill wasn't working, you could find him in a goose blind, walking a cornfield, fishing at Lake McConaughy, and in later years in Mexico. He and Jennetta enjoyed wintering in Bucerias, Nayarit, Mexico, and made many lifelong friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his sister and brother-in-law, Dixie (Johnny) Piva. Survivors include his children, William "Bill" G. (Becky) Hines Jr. of Gig Harbor, WA, Dawn (Bruce) Batt of Sidney, NE; his life partner, Jennetta Schwartzkopf of Ogallala; grandchildren, Jen, Brad, Tony, Maddie, Josh, and Jess; twelve great-grandchildren; along with a niece, two nephews, and their respective families. A memorial has been established in Bill's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. A memorial service will be held on June 13, 2022, the time and place will be published when determined. Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

William G. Hines (1931-2022)

Phil Armstrong, 84, passed away March 27, 2022 at Ogallala Community hospital. Phil was born December 28,1937 on a farm southwest of Brule, Ne to Walter and Fern (Kenfield) Armstrong.

He started grade school at Cottonwood Corners. He then went on to 8th grade in Big Springs, NE, where he graduated in 1955. After graduation he worked for his father on the farm full-time. Phil met his wife Barbara Driefholt in high school and they went on to get married on September 24, 1955 at United Methodist Church in Big Springs, NE.

In 1964, Phil and Barbara moved to their family home, where they began and raised their family and stayed on for over 58 years. Phil and Barbara were active members of the United Methodist Church in Big Springs for many years, until they transferred to the Ogallala Methodist Church. Phil has been a Member of the United Methodist Church for over 70 years. Phil moved to Ogallala in 2019 after the passing of his wife Barbara.

During Phil’s lifetime he was an active member serving and being on many boards including for the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He also was active in the Ogallala Masonic Lodge 159 AF &amp; AM, where he was a Past Master, Tehama Temple, Big Mac Shrine Club, Scottish Rite, Ogallala Elks Club and Ogallala of Eastern Star - Chapter 142 as Worthy Patron. Phil was also on the Western Irrigation District board and Big Springs Rural Fire Board.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held Friday April 1st, 2022, 10:00 am at the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Reverend Chuck Rager officiating.&nbsp; Eastern Star rites will be provided at the church with Masonic rites at the graveside.

Inurnment will be at the Ogallala Cemetery in Ogallala, Nebraska.

Phil is proceeded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents, Walter and Fern; a daughter- in- law, Rogeina Armstrong; brother-in-law, Harold McClung; and a grandson Jon Armstrong

Phil is survived by his loving companion Cena Graves of Ogallala; his children Alan (Nikki) Armstrong of Brule, Cindy (Barry) Walker of Big Springs, and Dianne (Steve) Anderson of Lander,WY; His three siblings Melvin (Shari) Armstrong of Greeley, CO, Darrell (Darlene) Armstrong of Brule, NE, and a sister Jeannette McClung of Big Springs, NE; 10 Grandchildren and 18 Great-Grandchildren. He also is survived by several Nieces and Nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the United Methodist Church, Big Springs Volunteer Fire Department and Shrine Hospitals in memory of Phil.

The services will be live streamed at methodistchurchogallala.com. Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Phil Armstrong, 84, passed away March 27, 2022 at Ogallala Community hospital. Phil was born December 28,1937 on a farm southwest of Brule, Ne to Walter and Fern (Kenfield) Armstrong.He started grade school at Cottonwood Corners. He then went on to 8th grade in Big Springs, NE, where he graduated in 1955. After graduation he worked for his father on the farm full-time. Phil met his wife Barbara Driefholt in high school and they went on to get married on September 24, 1955 at United Methodist Church in Big Springs, NE.In 1964, Phil and Barbara moved to their family home, where they began and raised their family and stayed on for over 58 years. Phil and Barbara were active members of the United Methodist Church in Big Springs for many years, until they transferred to the Ogallala Methodist Church. Phil has been a Member of the United Methodist Church for over 70 years. Phil moved to Ogallala in 2019 after the passing of his wife Barbara.During Phil’s lifetime he was an active member serving and being on many boards including for the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He also was active in the Ogallala Masonic Lodge 159 AF &amp; AM, where he was a Past Master, Tehama Temple, Big Mac Shrine Club, Scottish Rite, Ogallala Elks Club and Ogallala of Eastern Star - Chapter 142 as Worthy Patron. Phil was also on the Western Irrigation District board and Big Springs Rural Fire Board.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held Friday April 1st, 2022, 10:00 am at the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Reverend Chuck Rager officiating.&nbsp; Eastern Star rites will be provided at the church with Masonic rites at the graveside.Inurnment will be at the Ogallala Cemetery in Ogallala, Nebraska.Phil is proceeded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents, Walter and Fern; a daughter- in- law, Rogeina Armstrong; brother-in-law, Harold McClung; and a grandson Jon ArmstrongPhil is survived by his loving companion Cena Graves of Ogallala; his children Alan (Nikki) Armstrong of Brule, Cindy (Barry) Walker of Big Springs, and Dianne (Steve) Anderson of Lander,WY; His three siblings Melvin (Shari) Armstrong of Greeley, CO, Darrell (Darlene) Armstrong of Brule, NE, and a sister Jeannette McClung of Big Springs, NE; 10 Grandchildren and 18 Great-Grandchildren. He also is survived by several Nieces and Nephews.In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the United Methodist Church, Big Springs Volunteer Fire Department and Shrine Hospitals in memory of Phil.The services will be live streamed at methodistchurchogallala.com. Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Phil James Armstrong (1937-2022)

George Ray Sheets, 92, of Ogallala, passed away on March 27, 2022 at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, Nebraska.

&nbsp;He was born on October 8, 1929 to George and Ruby Sheets in Kentucky. On July 4th, 1957 he and Shirley P. Olsen were united in marriage. George worked in the construction industry and was a crane operator and a member of local 9 in Denver, Colorado for 75 years, finally retiring in 1991. After retiring he moved to Lewellen, Nebraska where George enjoyed gardening.

George is survived by his three sons, Chris Sheets and Ken Sheets both of Lewellen, Nebraska and Russ Meyers of Arriba, Colorado; one granddaughter Jena Sheets of LeSueur, Minnesota; also, numerous great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife Shirley Sheets; his parents; one son, Donald Sheets and two daughters Kathy Lynn Sheets and Nancy Sheets.

No services are planned at this time. Cremation has been chosen.

Draucker Funeral home is entrusted with arrangements.

&nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

George Ray Sheets, 92, of Ogallala, passed away on March 27, 2022 at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp;He was born on October 8, 1929 to George and Ruby Sheets in Kentucky. On July 4th, 1957 he and Shirley P. Olsen were united in marriage. George worked in the construction industry and was a crane operator and a member of local 9 in Denver, Colorado for 75 years, finally retiring in 1991. After retiring he moved to Lewellen, Nebraska where George enjoyed gardening.George is survived by his three sons, Chris Sheets and Ken Sheets both of Lewellen, Nebraska and Russ Meyers of Arriba, Colorado; one granddaughter Jena Sheets of LeSueur, Minnesota; also, numerous great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his wife Shirley Sheets; his parents; one son, Donald Sheets and two daughters Kathy Lynn Sheets and Nancy Sheets.No services are planned at this time. Cremation has been chosen.Draucker Funeral home is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

George R Sheets (1929-2022)

Marie Alveda (Pierce) Saunders passed away March 25, 2022 at the Ogallala Community Hospital. She was born August 2, 1932 in Keystone, Nebraska to Guy and Alma (Osborn) Pierce. She married Ward W. Saunders on October 25, 1952 in Oshkosh, Nebraska. They lived in Ogallala, where their four children were born to this union. They were Guy, Terry, Barbara and Timothy.

In 1960, they moved to Wyoming, where she took on a job babysitting. In 1972, they moved back to Nebraska and she worked as a CNA at the nursing home in Oshkosh. Once she retired in 1992, she relocated to Ogallala to be near her mother, Alma. She loved to crochet, work with plastic canvas, and embroider on pillowcases. She also loved to collect salt and pepper shakers and cookie jars. &nbsp;She enjoyed getting together with family and friends. She liked to occasionally go to the casino.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Ogallala Cemetery with Reverend Lisa Hadler.

She is survived by daughter, Barbara Chadwick of Oshkosh, Nebraska; brother, Melvin Pierce of Gering Nebraska; sisters, Lois Klinge and Carol Creason of Ogallala, Nebraska; grandchildren, Charles Saunders, Mattie Saunders, Matthew (Catrina) Saunders, Gina (Waylon) Reynolds, James (Katie) Ogier, ELizabeth (Todd) Yost, Karla Chadwick and Bethany (Jessie) Thelander; 17 Great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Ward Saunders; sons Terry, Guy and Timothy Saunders; brother, Virgil (Donna) Pierce; two sisters, Irene (Dale) Wood, and Agnes (Bill) Engel; and a great granddaughter. &nbsp;

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.

<figure>
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 </figure>Marie Alveda (Pierce) Saunders passed away March 25, 2022 at the Ogallala Community Hospital. She was born August 2, 1932 in Keystone, Nebraska to Guy and Alma (Osborn) Pierce. She married Ward W. Saunders on October 25, 1952 in Oshkosh, Nebraska. They lived in Ogallala, where their four children were born to this union. They were Guy, Terry, Barbara and Timothy.In 1960, they moved to Wyoming, where she took on a job babysitting. In 1972, they moved back to Nebraska and she worked as a CNA at the nursing home in Oshkosh. Once she retired in 1992, she relocated to Ogallala to be near her mother, Alma. She loved to crochet, work with plastic canvas, and embroider on pillowcases. She also loved to collect salt and pepper shakers and cookie jars. &nbsp;She enjoyed getting together with family and friends. She liked to occasionally go to the casino.Graveside services will be held Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Ogallala Cemetery with Reverend Lisa Hadler.She is survived by daughter, Barbara Chadwick of Oshkosh, Nebraska; brother, Melvin Pierce of Gering Nebraska; sisters, Lois Klinge and Carol Creason of Ogallala, Nebraska; grandchildren, Charles Saunders, Mattie Saunders, Matthew (Catrina) Saunders, Gina (Waylon) Reynolds, James (Katie) Ogier, ELizabeth (Todd) Yost, Karla Chadwick and Bethany (Jessie) Thelander; 17 Great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Ward Saunders; sons Terry, Guy and Timothy Saunders; brother, Virgil (Donna) Pierce; two sisters, Irene (Dale) Wood, and Agnes (Bill) Engel; and a great granddaughter. &nbsp;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.

Marie Alveda (Pierce) Saunders (1932-2022)

Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 2:00 PM mountain time at the Mullen United Methodist Church with Pastor Shanon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in the Dry Valley Cemetery north of Mullen.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Dry Valley Cemetery or the Mullen United Methodist Church.&nbsp; A visitation was held on the previous Friday evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mullen Funeral Home.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp; the services will also be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are charge of arrangements.

Vernie Joe McCully was born March 28, 1949, to Thomas LeRoy and Iva (Campbell) McCully, the fourth child of five.&nbsp; He attended school in Mullen, spending summers at the ranch breaking and riding ponies, doing chores and being a typical boy in the great outdoors, shaping his love of the Sandhills and the ranch.&nbsp;

Vernie started working at a young age, picking up papers at the train depot on his bike and getting them delivered before school.&nbsp; On a snowy day you would find him at the grade school, scooping the walks for a quarter in pay.&nbsp; After school, Vernie and his friends would be at the barn north of town riding ponies.&nbsp; In his free time, he could be found hanging out at Jack Carlson’s implement shop where his love of mechanics and John Deere equipment was born, evident by the many green tractors sitting in the yard today.

After graduating in 1968, Vernie married his high school sweetheart Barbara Phipps.&nbsp; They resided in Sydney, NE where he attended diesel mechanic classes and Barb attended cosmetology training, working nights at a chicken farm and a feedlot, a summer as a mechanic, the winter on a ranch then back to Mullen.&nbsp;

Moving back to Mullen in 1971, they brought with them their oldest son Kevin, one month old.&nbsp; There, he worked as a mechanic for Fred Kraye and leased a pasture at the ranch from his mother.&nbsp; Working at Kraye’s, he was soon driving a truck that would become another love.&nbsp; Rafter C trucking developed into a business he maintained until his death.&nbsp; In 1973, their only daughter Brenda was born and in 1976 another son, Brad.&nbsp; A move to the ranch in 1973 made his home for the next fifty years.&nbsp; Also picking up day work at Spike Box ranch, contracting hay and some time at Cherry County Road Department when there was time between ranching and trucking.&nbsp;

Vernie found time for community service, a member of the fair, fire department and Co-op &amp; Church boards. Pushing calves at the 4th&nbsp;of July rodeo in Mullen also became a lifelong love.&nbsp; His son Brad rode saddle broncs, many miles were traveled for an eight second ride, many times taking his father-in-law.&nbsp; Later he would travel to watch his grandkids in rodeos and sporting events, the last trip on February 15th&nbsp;to Chadron women’s basketball.

Vernie never spent a day in the house until the last three weeks.&nbsp; He did drag himself to the barn one morning to oversee Brenda and Barb pulling a calf.

Vernie is survived by his wife of 53 years Barbara, son Kevin, daughter Brenda (Jay) Lovitt and son Brad (Traci) and his best friend Maggie.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also is survived by 7 grandchildren – Carlene and Mallory McCully, Jessica and Jade (fiancé Adrianna Hild) Lovitt, Brittni (fiancé JT Bradley), Brooke and Brynne McCully; sisters Mary Ellen (Richard) Meidell and Marilyn (Leon) Meredith, nephew Eric Meidell and nieces Marlene Johnson, Sydney Meidell, and Jennifer Biltoft.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Harriett Phipps, two brothers, LeRoy and Bob McCully and a nephew Terry McCully

He will be remembered by friends and family for his witty comments and wonderful sense of humor.&nbsp; When asked how he was, he would say “way better than I deserve” or “pretty good for the shape I am in."&nbsp; Vernie passed away surrounded by his family on March 22, 2022.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 2:00 PM mountain time at the Mullen United Methodist Church with Pastor Shanon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in the Dry Valley Cemetery north of Mullen.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Dry Valley Cemetery or the Mullen United Methodist Church.&nbsp; A visitation was held on the previous Friday evening 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mullen Funeral Home.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp; the services will also be live streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are charge of arrangements.Vernie Joe McCully was born March 28, 1949, to Thomas LeRoy and Iva (Campbell) McCully, the fourth child of five.&nbsp; He attended school in Mullen, spending summers at the ranch breaking and riding ponies, doing chores and being a typical boy in the great outdoors, shaping his love of the Sandhills and the ranch.&nbsp;Vernie started working at a young age, picking up papers at the train depot on his bike and getting them delivered before school.&nbsp; On a snowy day you would find him at the grade school, scooping the walks for a quarter in pay.&nbsp; After school, Vernie and his friends would be at the barn north of town riding ponies.&nbsp; In his free time, he could be found hanging out at Jack Carlson’s implement shop where his love of mechanics and John Deere equipment was born, evident by the many green tractors sitting in the yard today.After graduating in 1968, Vernie married his high school sweetheart Barbara Phipps.&nbsp; They resided in Sydney, NE where he attended diesel mechanic classes and Barb attended cosmetology training, working nights at a chicken farm and a feedlot, a summer as a mechanic, the winter on a ranch then back to Mullen.&nbsp;Moving back to Mullen in 1971, they brought with them their oldest son Kevin, one month old.&nbsp; There, he worked as a mechanic for Fred Kraye and leased a pasture at the ranch from his mother.&nbsp; Working at Kraye’s, he was soon driving a truck that would become another love.&nbsp; Rafter C trucking developed into a business he maintained until his death.&nbsp; In 1973, their only daughter Brenda was born and in 1976 another son, Brad.&nbsp; A move to the ranch in 1973 made his home for the next fifty years.&nbsp; Also picking up day work at Spike Box ranch, contracting hay and some time at Cherry County Road Department when there was time between ranching and trucking.&nbsp;Vernie found time for community service, a member of the fair, fire department and Co-op &amp; Church boards. Pushing calves at the 4th&nbsp;of July rodeo in Mullen also became a lifelong love.&nbsp; His son Brad rode saddle broncs, many miles were traveled for an eight second ride, many times taking his father-in-law.&nbsp; Later he would travel to watch his grandkids in rodeos and sporting events, the last trip on February 15th&nbsp;to Chadron women’s basketball.Vernie never spent a day in the house until the last three weeks.&nbsp; He did drag himself to the barn one morning to oversee Brenda and Barb pulling a calf.Vernie is survived by his wife of 53 years Barbara, son Kevin, daughter Brenda (Jay) Lovitt and son Brad (Traci) and his best friend Maggie.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also is survived by 7 grandchildren – Carlene and Mallory McCully, Jessica and Jade (fiancé Adrianna Hild) Lovitt, Brittni (fiancé JT Bradley), Brooke and Brynne McCully; sisters Mary Ellen (Richard) Meidell and Marilyn (Leon) Meredith, nephew Eric Meidell and nieces Marlene Johnson, Sydney Meidell, and Jennifer Biltoft.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Harriett Phipps, two brothers, LeRoy and Bob McCully and a nephew Terry McCullyHe will be remembered by friends and family for his witty comments and wonderful sense of humor.&nbsp; When asked how he was, he would say “way better than I deserve” or “pretty good for the shape I am in."&nbsp; Vernie passed away surrounded by his family on March 22, 2022.&nbsp;

Vernie McCully (1949-2022)

Jaci Peterson, age 63, of Weissert, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at the Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow, NE. Jacalyn “Jaci” Florabel Peterson was born November 9, 1958, in Broken Bow, NE to Ted and Alberta (Fellows) Jensen. Jaci attended grade school in Halsey, then went onto and graduated from Sandhills High School in 1977.&nbsp; After high school, Jaci started at Custer Federal, then moved to Farm Credit Services where she worked for over 40 years. Jaci was united in marriage to Mike Peterson May 7, 1983, at the Baptist Church in Broken Bow. The couple lived in Broken Bow for nine years, then moving to Weissert in 1991. Jaci enjoyed gardening, working in her yard, and reading books. Her “Perfect vacation was 2 weeks’ vacation working at home in her garden.” Jaci was a person that was always behind the scenes in the kitchen doing dishes and cleaning up. Jaci was never “the life of the party but loved being there.”

Jaci is survived by her husband Mike of Weissert, son Zac Peterson (Corey Petersen) of Weissert, siblings: Lucille Beck of Des Moines, IA, Coleen Murphy of McCook, Ron Jensen of Chadron, Deb Carfield of Oberlin, KS, and Diane Licklider of Alliance. Jaci was preceded in death by her parents Ted and Alberta, two sisters Betty Day and Helen Podraza, and a brother Rollie Jensen.

A special Thank You to Nancy Hardy and Julie Toline for all that they have done!

Memorial service will be Thursday, March 31, 2022, at 11:00 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow with Pastor Lana Day officiating. Memorials are suggested to JMMMMC Hospital Auxiliary. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, with family greeting 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Jaci Peterson, age 63, of Weissert, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at the Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow, NE. Jacalyn “Jaci” Florabel Peterson was born November 9, 1958, in Broken Bow, NE to Ted and Alberta (Fellows) Jensen. Jaci attended grade school in Halsey, then went onto and graduated from Sandhills High School in 1977.&nbsp; After high school, Jaci started at Custer Federal, then moved to Farm Credit Services where she worked for over 40 years. Jaci was united in marriage to Mike Peterson May 7, 1983, at the Baptist Church in Broken Bow. The couple lived in Broken Bow for nine years, then moving to Weissert in 1991. Jaci enjoyed gardening, working in her yard, and reading books. Her “Perfect vacation was 2 weeks’ vacation working at home in her garden.” Jaci was a person that was always behind the scenes in the kitchen doing dishes and cleaning up. Jaci was never “the life of the party but loved being there.”Jaci is survived by her husband Mike of Weissert, son Zac Peterson (Corey Petersen) of Weissert, siblings: Lucille Beck of Des Moines, IA, Coleen Murphy of McCook, Ron Jensen of Chadron, Deb Carfield of Oberlin, KS, and Diane Licklider of Alliance. Jaci was preceded in death by her parents Ted and Alberta, two sisters Betty Day and Helen Podraza, and a brother Rollie Jensen.A special Thank You to Nancy Hardy and Julie Toline for all that they have done!Memorial service will be Thursday, March 31, 2022, at 11:00 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow with Pastor Lana Day officiating. Memorials are suggested to JMMMMC Hospital Auxiliary. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, with family greeting 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;

Jaci Peterson (1958-2022)

Sharon Kay Paxton age 80 of Thedford, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at her home in Thedford.

Sharon Kay (Ewoldt) Paxton was born, September 13th, 1941 in Mullen Nebraska to Hans &amp; Vera (Lesher) Ewoldt. Sharon attended country grade school, then high school in Thedford. After graduation she attended Grand Island School of Business from 1961-1962. She went to work in Valentine after graduation, working at Clement’s Furniture, Cherry County Hospital and Hayward Construction. On December 11th, 1965 she married the love of her life, Leroy Paxton. After getting married they moved to Glen Elder, Kansas where Leroy was employed with Bushman Construction until December 1967. They returned home to her family ranch south of Thedford where they would spend the rest of their years together. In 1968, they welcomed their first son, Troy and a few years later in 1971 they welcomed their second son, Trenton. Sharon was very active in her church, Thomas County Farm Bureau and as an Athletic Booster. She looked forward to opening the life center each week and helping out as much as she could. Most mornings were spent chatting with her sister Betty on the phone and making a plan for her day. And catching up with the boys as often as she could. She was adored by her grandkids and enjoyed having them visit on the ranch.

Sharon will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Sharon is survived by her husband Leroy; Son Troy (Melissa) Paxton of Grand Island, NE; Son Trenton (Dawn) Paxton of Conifer, CO; Granddaughters: Trissa Paxton, Miranda (Timothy) Murphy, Mackenzie Paxton and Macie Paxton; Her sister Betty (Larry) Jameson; Two nieces: Teresa Daily and Donna (Terry) Higgins. She is preceded in death by her parents Hans &amp; Vera Ewoldt.

Visitation will be Monday, March 28th&nbsp;from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Bethal Assembly of God in Thedford, NE.&nbsp; Funeral services will follow at 2:00 pm. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery in Thedford.

Following the burial there will be a gathering at the Bethal Assembly of God.

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 </figure>Sharon Kay Paxton age 80 of Thedford, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at her home in Thedford.Sharon Kay (Ewoldt) Paxton was born, September 13th, 1941 in Mullen Nebraska to Hans &amp; Vera (Lesher) Ewoldt. Sharon attended country grade school, then high school in Thedford. After graduation she attended Grand Island School of Business from 1961-1962. She went to work in Valentine after graduation, working at Clement’s Furniture, Cherry County Hospital and Hayward Construction. On December 11th, 1965 she married the love of her life, Leroy Paxton. After getting married they moved to Glen Elder, Kansas where Leroy was employed with Bushman Construction until December 1967. They returned home to her family ranch south of Thedford where they would spend the rest of their years together. In 1968, they welcomed their first son, Troy and a few years later in 1971 they welcomed their second son, Trenton. Sharon was very active in her church, Thomas County Farm Bureau and as an Athletic Booster. She looked forward to opening the life center each week and helping out as much as she could. Most mornings were spent chatting with her sister Betty on the phone and making a plan for her day. And catching up with the boys as often as she could. She was adored by her grandkids and enjoyed having them visit on the ranch.Sharon will be missed dearly by her family and friends.Sharon is survived by her husband Leroy; Son Troy (Melissa) Paxton of Grand Island, NE; Son Trenton (Dawn) Paxton of Conifer, CO; Granddaughters: Trissa Paxton, Miranda (Timothy) Murphy, Mackenzie Paxton and Macie Paxton; Her sister Betty (Larry) Jameson; Two nieces: Teresa Daily and Donna (Terry) Higgins. She is preceded in death by her parents Hans &amp; Vera Ewoldt.Visitation will be Monday, March 28th&nbsp;from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Bethal Assembly of God in Thedford, NE.&nbsp; Funeral services will follow at 2:00 pm. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery in Thedford.Following the burial there will be a gathering at the Bethal Assembly of God.

Sharon Paxton (1941-2022)

Alfonso A. Almanza, 76, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on March 18, 2022 at Bryan Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Alfonso was born on January 23, 1946, in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Francisco and Victoria (Arcos) Almanza. He moved to Denver, Colorado with his family in 1953 at the age of seven. Alfonso remained in Denver, Colorado throughout his childhood, until graduating high school.

On December 14, 1965, Alfonso was inducted into the United States Army and proudly served his country in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged on December 13, 1967.

Upon his discharge from the military, Alfonso settled in El Paso, Texas where he worked for the city waste management department until retirement. Alfonso made his way to Lexington, Nebraska where he made many friends. He was a generous man, quick to offer a helping hand. He could often be found tinkering about in his tool shed and loved fixing things. He also loved sharing fond memories from his younger days.

A funeral service with Full Military Honors will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.

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

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 </figure>Alfonso A. Almanza, 76, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on March 18, 2022 at Bryan Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska.Alfonso was born on January 23, 1946, in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Francisco and Victoria (Arcos) Almanza. He moved to Denver, Colorado with his family in 1953 at the age of seven. Alfonso remained in Denver, Colorado throughout his childhood, until graduating high school.On December 14, 1965, Alfonso was inducted into the United States Army and proudly served his country in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged on December 13, 1967.Upon his discharge from the military, Alfonso settled in El Paso, Texas where he worked for the city waste management department until retirement. Alfonso made his way to Lexington, Nebraska where he made many friends. He was a generous man, quick to offer a helping hand. He could often be found tinkering about in his tool shed and loved fixing things. He also loved sharing fond memories from his younger days.A funeral service with Full Military Honors will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com

Alfonso Arcos Almanza (1946-2022)

Thane Douglas Moore, 65, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at his home. Thane was born on October 27, 1956, to Darrel and Dorothy (Brannan) Moore in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated from Great Bend High School in 1975. On June 14, 1980, he married Denise Schreiber in Great Bend. He and his family moved to Lexington in 1994.

Thane was involved in the Youth Ministry and Men’s Friday Bible Study at Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington, was a member of the Lexington Rotary Club, and assisted with the Todd Becker Foundation. He was essential in educating our community through Keep Lexington Beautiful. Thane loved following Kansas State University football and Kansas University basketball. He enjoyed coaching and following his daughter and granddaughter in softball and watching his grandson play football, and trucking with his son.

Survivors include his wife, Denise Moore of Lexington; children: Jeremy Moore of Lincoln, Nebraska and Emily (Dan) Zaleski of The Woodlands, Texas; five grandchildren: Kendra (Alex), Caleb, Reis Anne, Fischer and Tanner; two great-grandchildren: Benjamin and Ariella; brothers: Kent (Pat) Reinhardt of Otis, Kansas, and Lynn (Jill) Moore of Newton, Kansas; sister, Susan Tammen of Timken, Kansas; in-laws, John (Reta) Schreiber of Great Bend, Kansas; sister-in-law, Jana (Dan) Cavanaugh of Peosta, Iowa, and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded by his parents and a brother-in-law, Bob Tammen.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington, with Pastor Paul Thomas, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Todd Becker Foundation or Parkview Baptist Church.

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

<figure>
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 </figure>Thane Douglas Moore, 65, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at his home. Thane was born on October 27, 1956, to Darrel and Dorothy (Brannan) Moore in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated from Great Bend High School in 1975. On June 14, 1980, he married Denise Schreiber in Great Bend. He and his family moved to Lexington in 1994.Thane was involved in the Youth Ministry and Men’s Friday Bible Study at Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington, was a member of the Lexington Rotary Club, and assisted with the Todd Becker Foundation. He was essential in educating our community through Keep Lexington Beautiful. Thane loved following Kansas State University football and Kansas University basketball. He enjoyed coaching and following his daughter and granddaughter in softball and watching his grandson play football, and trucking with his son.Survivors include his wife, Denise Moore of Lexington; children: Jeremy Moore of Lincoln, Nebraska and Emily (Dan) Zaleski of The Woodlands, Texas; five grandchildren: Kendra (Alex), Caleb, Reis Anne, Fischer and Tanner; two great-grandchildren: Benjamin and Ariella; brothers: Kent (Pat) Reinhardt of Otis, Kansas, and Lynn (Jill) Moore of Newton, Kansas; sister, Susan Tammen of Timken, Kansas; in-laws, John (Reta) Schreiber of Great Bend, Kansas; sister-in-law, Jana (Dan) Cavanaugh of Peosta, Iowa, and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded by his parents and a brother-in-law, Bob Tammen.A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington, with Pastor Paul Thomas, officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Todd Becker Foundation or Parkview Baptist Church.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com

Thane Moore (1956-2022)

KARON PANKONIN, 77, of Grant, went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2022. Karon was born December 11, 1944, in Sutherland, Nebraska, as the first of four children born to Leonard and Mae Rowan of Wallace. Karon attended Wallace Public School and graduated in 1963. Karon went on to get her LPN Nursing License from St. Mary's Nursing College in Omaha in May of 1965. On July 25, 1965, Karon married Tom Pankonin at the Methodist Church in Wallace. While Tom served in the Air Force, Karon held multiple nursing positions in Spokane WA, Champagne, IL, and Phoenix AZ. Karon returned to Grant to work at the Perkins County Hospital while Tom served in Vietnam. She then followed Tom to Colorado Springs, where she continued nursing. In 1970, Tom and Karon returned to Grant, and their union was blessed with two daughters, Tina and Jayme. Karon retired from nursing in 1980. Karon is survived by her husband of 57 years, Tom of Grant; two daughters Tina (Dan) Klingsporn of Mitchell, Jayme (Michael) Klocke of Salina; two brothers, Ronnie Rowan of Grand Island, Bill Rowan of Cody, WY, three grandsons, Cole Whalen, Curtis Frisbie, Bo Klingsporn, and four granddaughters, Callie Cameron, Abigail Frisbie, Samantha Klocke, and Kyli Klingsporn; two great-grandsons, Kenison and Coen Frisbie. A memorial has been established in Karon's memory. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 10:30 am at the Trinity Lutheran Church North of Grant, with Pastor Jon Dickmander officiating. Inurnment will be in the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery. Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>KARON PANKONIN, 77, of Grant, went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2022. Karon was born December 11, 1944, in Sutherland, Nebraska, as the first of four children born to Leonard and Mae Rowan of Wallace. Karon attended Wallace Public School and graduated in 1963. Karon went on to get her LPN Nursing License from St. Mary's Nursing College in Omaha in May of 1965. On July 25, 1965, Karon married Tom Pankonin at the Methodist Church in Wallace. While Tom served in the Air Force, Karon held multiple nursing positions in Spokane WA, Champagne, IL, and Phoenix AZ. Karon returned to Grant to work at the Perkins County Hospital while Tom served in Vietnam. She then followed Tom to Colorado Springs, where she continued nursing. In 1970, Tom and Karon returned to Grant, and their union was blessed with two daughters, Tina and Jayme. Karon retired from nursing in 1980. Karon is survived by her husband of 57 years, Tom of Grant; two daughters Tina (Dan) Klingsporn of Mitchell, Jayme (Michael) Klocke of Salina; two brothers, Ronnie Rowan of Grand Island, Bill Rowan of Cody, WY, three grandsons, Cole Whalen, Curtis Frisbie, Bo Klingsporn, and four granddaughters, Callie Cameron, Abigail Frisbie, Samantha Klocke, and Kyli Klingsporn; two great-grandsons, Kenison and Coen Frisbie. A memorial has been established in Karon's memory. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 10:30 am at the Trinity Lutheran Church North of Grant, with Pastor Jon Dickmander officiating. Inurnment will be in the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery. Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Karon Pankonin (1944-2022)

Rockney (Rock) Dean Skinner passed away March 24, 2022, in Ogallala, Nebraska. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Charlene Patricia (Pat) Skinner on March 16, 2022.&nbsp;

Rock was born in Big Springs, Nebraska on September 17, 1939.&nbsp; He attended a one-room schoolhouse (District 21) with about a dozen students.&nbsp; He graduated from Ogallala High School in 1958.&nbsp; He graduated from University of Wyoming in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.&nbsp; He met his wife Pat at University of Northern Colorado where he received his Master’s in Music Education. Rock married Pat on June 10, 1967.&nbsp;

At that time, they moved back to Nebraska, and started his career as a music teacher in Brule, Nebraska.&nbsp; From there, they moved to Evergreen, Colorado where they both taught in that school district. They then moved to the Denver area where Rock worked in a music store. After this, they moved to Grand Island, Nebraska where they were both teachers. Here they also began their love for remodeling homes. After spending a few years in Nebraska, they decided to spread their wings a bit and moved to Phoenix, Arizona to be closer to Pat’s family and to pursue other career opportunities. They both taught in their respective specialties in Arizona, and started their own home restoration business called House Masters.

In 1983, they moved back to Ogallala, Nebraska where Rock taught at the South Platte Public Schools. In 1989, he moved to the Ogallala Public Schools where he was the band director for the middle and high-school bands until his retirement in 2004. He returned to work in 2005 where he began teaching in Julesburg Public Schools. He transitioned from there to Ovid/Sedgwick before his second retirement in 2009.&nbsp;

In 1996, Rock and Pat shared their influences and love by opening their home to several foster children. They made a life-long impact on Justin, adopting him in their hearts as their son.

Rock was very active in the Ogallala community. He led Ogallala’s community summer band and jazz bands for many years. He was very active in the Kiwanis Club where he served as the president for several years and led many community events. He really enjoyed teaching and watching the success of many talented musicians from the area and taught private lessons up to his death.

Many hours were spent playing cards with family and friends. Some of their other hobbies included jeeping, camping, and testing their luck on the slots.&nbsp; They will be missed by all.&nbsp;

He is survived by his son Justin (Kimmy) Roberts of Omaha, NE; one brother, Rolland (Pat) Skinner of Hay&nbsp;Springs, NE; three sisters: Cleonne (Gordon) Steinmiller of Fort Collins, CO; Kristie Brill (Joseph) Switzer of Estes Park, CO; and Brenda Brill&nbsp;(Henry) Gimeson of Windsor, CO; mother-in-law, Ruth McNally, and one sister-in-law, Tami Conaway, both of Phoenix, AZ; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is also proceeded in death by his father, Neal Skinner, and mother, Mildred Skinner Brill.

&nbsp;The family has chosen cremation, Funeral services will be held March 31st at 1 pm at the United Church of Christ, Congregational Ogallala, officiating the service will be Pastor Lisa Hadler.

A memorial has been set up in Rockney's memory for the Kiwanis club.

&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp; And clicking the share a memory button.

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 </figure>Rockney (Rock) Dean Skinner passed away March 24, 2022, in Ogallala, Nebraska. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Charlene Patricia (Pat) Skinner on March 16, 2022.&nbsp;Rock was born in Big Springs, Nebraska on September 17, 1939.&nbsp; He attended a one-room schoolhouse (District 21) with about a dozen students.&nbsp; He graduated from Ogallala High School in 1958.&nbsp; He graduated from University of Wyoming in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.&nbsp; He met his wife Pat at University of Northern Colorado where he received his Master’s in Music Education. Rock married Pat on June 10, 1967.&nbsp;At that time, they moved back to Nebraska, and started his career as a music teacher in Brule, Nebraska.&nbsp; From there, they moved to Evergreen, Colorado where they both taught in that school district. They then moved to the Denver area where Rock worked in a music store. After this, they moved to Grand Island, Nebraska where they were both teachers. Here they also began their love for remodeling homes. After spending a few years in Nebraska, they decided to spread their wings a bit and moved to Phoenix, Arizona to be closer to Pat’s family and to pursue other career opportunities. They both taught in their respective specialties in Arizona, and started their own home restoration business called House Masters.In 1983, they moved back to Ogallala, Nebraska where Rock taught at the South Platte Public Schools. In 1989, he moved to the Ogallala Public Schools where he was the band director for the middle and high-school bands until his retirement in 2004. He returned to work in 2005 where he began teaching in Julesburg Public Schools. He transitioned from there to Ovid/Sedgwick before his second retirement in 2009.&nbsp;In 1996, Rock and Pat shared their influences and love by opening their home to several foster children. They made a life-long impact on Justin, adopting him in their hearts as their son.Rock was very active in the Ogallala community. He led Ogallala’s community summer band and jazz bands for many years. He was very active in the Kiwanis Club where he served as the president for several years and led many community events. He really enjoyed teaching and watching the success of many talented musicians from the area and taught private lessons up to his death.Many hours were spent playing cards with family and friends. Some of their other hobbies included jeeping, camping, and testing their luck on the slots.&nbsp; They will be missed by all.&nbsp;He is survived by his son Justin (Kimmy) Roberts of Omaha, NE; one brother, Rolland (Pat) Skinner of Hay&nbsp;Springs, NE; three sisters: Cleonne (Gordon) Steinmiller of Fort Collins, CO; Kristie Brill (Joseph) Switzer of Estes Park, CO; and Brenda Brill&nbsp;(Henry) Gimeson of Windsor, CO; mother-in-law, Ruth McNally, and one sister-in-law, Tami Conaway, both of Phoenix, AZ; and numerous nieces and nephews.He is also proceeded in death by his father, Neal Skinner, and mother, Mildred Skinner Brill.&nbsp;The family has chosen cremation, Funeral services will be held March 31st at 1 pm at the United Church of Christ, Congregational Ogallala, officiating the service will be Pastor Lisa Hadler.A memorial has been set up in Rockney's memory for the Kiwanis club.&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent by going to www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp; And clicking the share a memory button.Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com and by clicking the watch live button.

Rockney "Rock" Dean Skinner (1939-2022)

Marilyn J. Reitz, 91, of North Platte, passed away March 24, 2022 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; She was born March 31, 1930 to Harold and Blanche Yvonne (Reason) Hanneman in Beatrice.

Marilyn and her family lived in Lincoln and she graduated from Lincoln High School.&nbsp; She then attended University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.&nbsp; While working at the VA hospital, she met her future husband, Richard Reitz.&nbsp; The couple married in November of 1954.&nbsp; They lived in Omaha then moved to Alliance.&nbsp; They moved to North Platte after a couple of years and Marilyn worked for Dr. Bernie Taylor, OBGYN.&nbsp; She then worked as a school nurse for North Platte Public Schools until she retired.

Marilyn belonged to First Christian Church.&nbsp; She was fiercely independent and very sharp.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed quilting, making beautiful quilts and many clothes.&nbsp; She loved Nebraska football and volleyball, enjoyed doing puzzles and was an avid dog lover.

Survivors include children, Dan (Christina) Reitz of Wasilla, AK, Susan (David) O’Neil of Conroe, TX; grandchildren, Erick Reitz, Alicia Reitz, Nikolai Reitz, Amy (Elliott) Dudley, Ariel O’Neil, Sean (Tori) O’Neil; great grandchildren, Clara Dudley, Colette Dudley; beloved dog, Max; several other family members and many friends.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Yvonne; husband, Richard; sister, Judy Wendorff.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pawsitive Partners.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, March 28, 2022 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Marilyn J. Reitz, 91, of North Platte, passed away March 24, 2022 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; She was born March 31, 1930 to Harold and Blanche Yvonne (Reason) Hanneman in Beatrice.Marilyn and her family lived in Lincoln and she graduated from Lincoln High School.&nbsp; She then attended University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.&nbsp; While working at the VA hospital, she met her future husband, Richard Reitz.&nbsp; The couple married in November of 1954.&nbsp; They lived in Omaha then moved to Alliance.&nbsp; They moved to North Platte after a couple of years and Marilyn worked for Dr. Bernie Taylor, OBGYN.&nbsp; She then worked as a school nurse for North Platte Public Schools until she retired.Marilyn belonged to First Christian Church.&nbsp; She was fiercely independent and very sharp.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed quilting, making beautiful quilts and many clothes.&nbsp; She loved Nebraska football and volleyball, enjoyed doing puzzles and was an avid dog lover.Survivors include children, Dan (Christina) Reitz of Wasilla, AK, Susan (David) O’Neil of Conroe, TX; grandchildren, Erick Reitz, Alicia Reitz, Nikolai Reitz, Amy (Elliott) Dudley, Ariel O’Neil, Sean (Tori) O’Neil; great grandchildren, Clara Dudley, Colette Dudley; beloved dog, Max; several other family members and many friends.Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Yvonne; husband, Richard; sister, Judy Wendorff.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pawsitive Partners.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, March 28, 2022 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Marilyn J. Reitz (1930-2022)

Richard Louis “Rick” Terry, 63, of North Platte, passed away March 22, 2022 at home.&nbsp; He was born on October 30, 1958 to Glen and Harriet (Stimson) Adams in Los Angeles, CA.

Rick graduated from high school in Prunedale, CA with the class of 1977.&nbsp; He lived in Salt Lake City, UT and married Tina Kramer on October 10, 1997 in Salt Lake City.&nbsp; The couple continued to live there until moving to North Platte in 2021.

Rick will be remembered as a giving person who had a passion for helping people, especially those who wanted to keep their independence.&nbsp; He loved his family and was the 2nd&nbsp;of six children.&nbsp;

Survivors include wife Tina of North Platte; mother, Harriet Sharples of Kansas City, MO; siblings, Mike (Diana) Terry of Tigard, OR, Barbara (Mike) Roden of Pocatello, ID, Kathy (Ron) Hansen of Lee Summit, MO, Lenny Terry of Salt Lake City, UT, Wendy (John) Hicks of Kansas City, MO; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and many friends.

Preceding him in death was his father, Glen Adams.

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

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Brett Hatheway officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McCain Cemetery near Stapleton.&nbsp; Visitation will be held 9:00-service time, Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Richard Louis “Rick” Terry, 63, of North Platte, passed away March 22, 2022 at home.&nbsp; He was born on October 30, 1958 to Glen and Harriet (Stimson) Adams in Los Angeles, CA.Rick graduated from high school in Prunedale, CA with the class of 1977.&nbsp; He lived in Salt Lake City, UT and married Tina Kramer on October 10, 1997 in Salt Lake City.&nbsp; The couple continued to live there until moving to North Platte in 2021.Rick will be remembered as a giving person who had a passion for helping people, especially those who wanted to keep their independence.&nbsp; He loved his family and was the 2nd&nbsp;of six children.&nbsp;Survivors include wife Tina of North Platte; mother, Harriet Sharples of Kansas City, MO; siblings, Mike (Diana) Terry of Tigard, OR, Barbara (Mike) Roden of Pocatello, ID, Kathy (Ron) Hansen of Lee Summit, MO, Lenny Terry of Salt Lake City, UT, Wendy (John) Hicks of Kansas City, MO; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and many friends.Preceding him in death was his father, Glen Adams.Memorials are suggested in his name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Brett Hatheway officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at McCain Cemetery near Stapleton.&nbsp; Visitation will be held 9:00-service time, Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Richard "Rick" Louis Terry (1958-2022)

Roy Allen Moore, 73, of Farnam, Nebraska, died March 24, 2022 in Farnam, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was born March 30, 1948 in Great Falls, MT, son of Charles Clyde and Aleen Moore. He grew up in Great Falls and later Gothenburg, NE where he graduated from Gothenburg High School. Following high school, Al was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. During this time, Al received a purple heart commendation medal. After the service, Al moved back to Gothenburg where he met his wife Judy and were united in marriage on November 7, 1975 in Stockville, NE. The couple later moved to Farnam where he started his own body shop that he ran for years.&nbsp;

Al enjoyed drag racing where he raced himself up until last year, restoring classic cars, and spending time with his family.&nbsp;

Survivors include daughter, Jodi (Brad) Dewey of Farnam, Jay (Marci) Pike of Curtis, eight grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, brother, Leonard (Dona) Moore of North Platte, sisters, Charlene Sawyer of Gothenburg, Jolita Moore, and Connie (Cecil) Morton of Eustis, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.&nbsp;

Roy was preceded in death by his wife Judy, son, Jeffry Pike, brother David Moore, his parents, Charles and Aleen, brother-in-law, Mark Sawyer, granddaughter, Tasha Pike, and grandson, Shane Miller

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm with the family present from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

Services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, March 30, 2022 at 11:30 am.

Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the family for later designation

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 </figure>Roy Allen Moore, 73, of Farnam, Nebraska, died March 24, 2022 in Farnam, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born March 30, 1948 in Great Falls, MT, son of Charles Clyde and Aleen Moore. He grew up in Great Falls and later Gothenburg, NE where he graduated from Gothenburg High School. Following high school, Al was drafted into the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. During this time, Al received a purple heart commendation medal. After the service, Al moved back to Gothenburg where he met his wife Judy and were united in marriage on November 7, 1975 in Stockville, NE. The couple later moved to Farnam where he started his own body shop that he ran for years.&nbsp;Al enjoyed drag racing where he raced himself up until last year, restoring classic cars, and spending time with his family.&nbsp;Survivors include daughter, Jodi (Brad) Dewey of Farnam, Jay (Marci) Pike of Curtis, eight grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, brother, Leonard (Dona) Moore of North Platte, sisters, Charlene Sawyer of Gothenburg, Jolita Moore, and Connie (Cecil) Morton of Eustis, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.&nbsp;Roy was preceded in death by his wife Judy, son, Jeffry Pike, brother David Moore, his parents, Charles and Aleen, brother-in-law, Mark Sawyer, granddaughter, Tasha Pike, and grandson, Shane MillerVisitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm with the family present from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.Services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, March 30, 2022 at 11:30 am.Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the family for later designation

Roy "Al" Moore (1948-2022)

Lonnie Johnson, 74, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died March 24, 2022 at Gothenburg Health.

He was born June 20, 1947 in Gothenburg, NE, son of Kenneth and Fern Johnson.

Lonnie grew up in Gothenburg and graduated from Gothenburg High School with the class of 1966. Following graduation, Lonnie joined the United States Army and served from 1966-1968. Lonnie worked at Central Public Power district for 44 years as a heavy machine operator. He also worked along Emil Alberts as a farm hand for a number of years. Lonnie could often be found hunting, spending time with his family, or driving around with his dog Daisy Mae. He also enjoyed anything to do with guns.&nbsp;

Survivors include wife, Karen Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; daughter, Karma Bohlen of Gothenburg; son, Wyatt Johnson of Gothenburg; two granddaughters, Michaela Schatz of Gothenburg, Isabella Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; sister, Maureen Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; along with close friends, Randy Scott, and Mark (Deb) Alberts.

Lonnie was preceded in death by his parents, and friends Emil (Lois) Alberts.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be sent to the Gothenburg Honor Guard.

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

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 </figure>Lonnie Johnson, 74, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died March 24, 2022 at Gothenburg Health.He was born June 20, 1947 in Gothenburg, NE, son of Kenneth and Fern Johnson.Lonnie grew up in Gothenburg and graduated from Gothenburg High School with the class of 1966. Following graduation, Lonnie joined the United States Army and served from 1966-1968. Lonnie worked at Central Public Power district for 44 years as a heavy machine operator. He also worked along Emil Alberts as a farm hand for a number of years. Lonnie could often be found hunting, spending time with his family, or driving around with his dog Daisy Mae. He also enjoyed anything to do with guns.&nbsp;Survivors include wife, Karen Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; daughter, Karma Bohlen of Gothenburg; son, Wyatt Johnson of Gothenburg; two granddaughters, Michaela Schatz of Gothenburg, Isabella Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; sister, Maureen Johnson of Gothenburg, NE; along with close friends, Randy Scott, and Mark (Deb) Alberts.Lonnie was preceded in death by his parents, and friends Emil (Lois) Alberts.A private memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be sent to the Gothenburg Honor Guard.To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com.

Lonnie Johnson (1947-2022)

Tami L. Yeutter, age 61, passed away March 23, 2022 at her home in North Platte, Nebraska.

Tami was born in Cozad, Nebraska on June 20, 1960. She lived in rural Cozad while growing up and graduated from Cozad High School in 1978. She graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney with an Early Childhood Education degree. She loved kids and cared for many over the years, serving as a foster parent for a time. She also loved animals and her home was not complete without a collection of dogs and cats. She enjoyed working in her yard on her trees, flowers and fish pond. She especially loved decorating and planting in purple.

She is survived by her mother Helen (German) Yeutter of Sun City West, Arizona; siblings Dave (Marilyn) Yeutter of Yuma, Arizona; Kimberlee (Michael) Smith of Buckeye, Arizona; and Steven (Beth) Yeutter of Lake Stevens, Washington. She is also survived by nephews and nieces Chris Yeutter, daughters Jaydan and Emma Yeutter; Luke Mengel, Gretchen Mengel, Damon Yeutter, Alec Yeutter and Connor Yeutter. She was preceded in death by her father Ronald Yeutter; and grandparents Walter and Minnie Yeutter and Albert and Elsie German.

Memorials can be directed to Fur the Love of Paws Rescue, 220 E. B Street, North Platte, Nebraska or an animal rescue of your choice.

Arrangements are being handled by Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street, North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Tami L. Yeutter, age 61, passed away March 23, 2022 at her home in North Platte, Nebraska.Tami was born in Cozad, Nebraska on June 20, 1960. She lived in rural Cozad while growing up and graduated from Cozad High School in 1978. She graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney with an Early Childhood Education degree. She loved kids and cared for many over the years, serving as a foster parent for a time. She also loved animals and her home was not complete without a collection of dogs and cats. She enjoyed working in her yard on her trees, flowers and fish pond. She especially loved decorating and planting in purple.She is survived by her mother Helen (German) Yeutter of Sun City West, Arizona; siblings Dave (Marilyn) Yeutter of Yuma, Arizona; Kimberlee (Michael) Smith of Buckeye, Arizona; and Steven (Beth) Yeutter of Lake Stevens, Washington. She is also survived by nephews and nieces Chris Yeutter, daughters Jaydan and Emma Yeutter; Luke Mengel, Gretchen Mengel, Damon Yeutter, Alec Yeutter and Connor Yeutter. She was preceded in death by her father Ronald Yeutter; and grandparents Walter and Minnie Yeutter and Albert and Elsie German.Memorials can be directed to Fur the Love of Paws Rescue, 220 E. B Street, North Platte, Nebraska or an animal rescue of your choice.Arrangements are being handled by Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street, North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;

Tami L. Yeutter (1960-2022)

Cynthia Jo Vasquez, 65, of Stapleton, Nebraska, passed away March 19, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born February 8, 1957, to Gilbert “Shorty” and Clara (Johanson) Page in North Platte.

Cindy grew up in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1975.&nbsp; She married Larry Vasquez on August 6, 1976 in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple lived in numerous locations in Nebraska and Kansas, but returned to Stapleton in 1997, making it their permanent home.&nbsp; Cindy operated an in-home daycare and preschool for many years, teaching and caring for more than sixty children over the years.&nbsp; She and Larry operated CJ’s Café in Stapleton for several years serving the local senior citizens.&nbsp; Cindy was an avid supporter and super fan of Stapleton Public Schools, where she worked as a para, a cook and a custodian. Most recently, she was volunteering at the Stapleton Library helping with the remodeling of the library. She would love for everyone to visit the library, look at the changes and check out a book to take home and read.&nbsp; &nbsp; She loved working in her yard and found a new love for gardening again.&nbsp; She was well known for her green thumb and was always moving and changing things around the yard and her house to keep everyone on their toes.&nbsp; &nbsp; Family was the center of Cindy’s life; time well spent with her family was always cherished.&nbsp; She enjoyed helping neighbors and her community.&nbsp; Cindy held a special place in the hearts of many people that knew her.&nbsp; She was dearly called Cynthia Jo, Cindy, Cindo, Mom, Grandma and Miss Cindy.

Cindy is survived by her husband Larry of Stapleton; four children, Heather (Garrett) Johnson, Stapleton, Nebraska, Naomi (Brad) Layher, Stapleton, Nebraska, L.J. (Brenda Jackson) Vasquez, Gordon, Nebraska, Courtney (Skeeter) Connell, Thedford, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Alyssia (Ernest Burton) Johnson, Kyle, Texas; Saige Johnson, Cooper Layher, Shelby Layher, all of Stapleton, Nebraska, Tatum Connell and Gavin Connell, of Thedford, Nebraska; two sisters, Marrietta (Dale) Bierma and Rosalie (Bob) McClellen,&nbsp; of North Platte, Nebraska; father-in-law, Catalino “Cat” (Nancy) Vasquez, Sutherland, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Clara Page; infant sister, Shirley Page; brother, Fred Page; and mother-in-law, Louise (Bob) Houghtelling.

Cindy will continue to lend a helping hand because of her adamant passion for organ donation.&nbsp; A memorial has been established in Cindy’s name.&nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the Logan County Fairgrounds building in Stapleton, Nebraska with Lee Wonch speaking.&nbsp; Book signing will be from 9-5, Wednesday, March 30 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>Cynthia Jo Vasquez, 65, of Stapleton, Nebraska, passed away March 19, 2022 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born February 8, 1957, to Gilbert “Shorty” and Clara (Johanson) Page in North Platte.Cindy grew up in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1975.&nbsp; She married Larry Vasquez on August 6, 1976 in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple lived in numerous locations in Nebraska and Kansas, but returned to Stapleton in 1997, making it their permanent home.&nbsp; Cindy operated an in-home daycare and preschool for many years, teaching and caring for more than sixty children over the years.&nbsp; She and Larry operated CJ’s Café in Stapleton for several years serving the local senior citizens.&nbsp; Cindy was an avid supporter and super fan of Stapleton Public Schools, where she worked as a para, a cook and a custodian. Most recently, she was volunteering at the Stapleton Library helping with the remodeling of the library. She would love for everyone to visit the library, look at the changes and check out a book to take home and read.&nbsp; &nbsp; She loved working in her yard and found a new love for gardening again.&nbsp; She was well known for her green thumb and was always moving and changing things around the yard and her house to keep everyone on their toes.&nbsp; &nbsp; Family was the center of Cindy’s life; time well spent with her family was always cherished.&nbsp; She enjoyed helping neighbors and her community.&nbsp; Cindy held a special place in the hearts of many people that knew her.&nbsp; She was dearly called Cynthia Jo, Cindy, Cindo, Mom, Grandma and Miss Cindy.Cindy is survived by her husband Larry of Stapleton; four children, Heather (Garrett) Johnson, Stapleton, Nebraska, Naomi (Brad) Layher, Stapleton, Nebraska, L.J. (Brenda Jackson) Vasquez, Gordon, Nebraska, Courtney (Skeeter) Connell, Thedford, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Alyssia (Ernest Burton) Johnson, Kyle, Texas; Saige Johnson, Cooper Layher, Shelby Layher, all of Stapleton, Nebraska, Tatum Connell and Gavin Connell, of Thedford, Nebraska; two sisters, Marrietta (Dale) Bierma and Rosalie (Bob) McClellen,&nbsp; of North Platte, Nebraska; father-in-law, Catalino “Cat” (Nancy) Vasquez, Sutherland, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.She is preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Clara Page; infant sister, Shirley Page; brother, Fred Page; and mother-in-law, Louise (Bob) Houghtelling.Cindy will continue to lend a helping hand because of her adamant passion for organ donation.&nbsp; A memorial has been established in Cindy’s name.&nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at <a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the Logan County Fairgrounds building in Stapleton, Nebraska with Lee Wonch speaking.&nbsp; Book signing will be from 9-5, Wednesday, March 30 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Cynthia Vasquez (1957-2022)

Barbara L. Peet, 71, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022.

She was born in Scotts Bluff, NE to Jule and Anna (Bishop) Murphy.

She was preceded by her parents; and siblings, Patti Massell and Pat Murphy.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard Peet; 
children, Ricky, Tammy, Danny, Shannon, and Don; sister, Shannon 
Reidelberger; 18 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many more 
loving family and friends.

Visitation will be held form 4-8 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Barbara L. Peet, 71, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022.She was born in Scotts Bluff, NE to Jule and Anna (Bishop) Murphy.She was preceded by her parents; and siblings, Patti Massell and Pat Murphy.Barbara is survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard Peet; 
children, Ricky, Tammy, Danny, Shannon, and Don; sister, Shannon 
Reidelberger; 18 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many more 
loving family and friends.Visitation will be held form 4-8 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.&nbsp;

Barbara L. Peet

Glennis Maureen Greeley, age 84, of North Platte, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at Great Plains Health in North Platte. She was born November 1, 1937, to Gordon and Nellee (Veddar) Knotts in North Platte.

Glennis grew up on a dairy farm south of North Platte. She attended rural school until the 8th grade and continued on to graduate from North Platte High School with the class of 1955. She worked for the Bell Telephone Company.

On September 29, 1959, Glennis married Eugene Greeley and they were married for 55 years. The couple lived in North Platte where she was a stay-at-home mom and raised her family and lived on the ranch for 62 years. She was a great seamstress, a 4-H leader, a collector of cow figurines and anything with a cow on it, and an antique shopper. Glennis was very family oriented, never missing a birthday and enjoyed the holidays. She loved taking care of her grandchildren and crocheted many things for family. She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and puzzle books. Glennis was always in the center of family activities and chores on the ranch.

Survivors include children, Casandra (Burton) Anthony of Hyannis, NE and Susan Greeley of Grand Island, NE; grandchildren, Zeb (Mariah Sprunk) Greeley of North Platte, NE, Danielle (Jud Gallardo) Greeley of North Platte, NE, and Austin (Lexie Trimble) Anthony of Kearney, NE; great grandchildren, Holden, Hazlee, and Helana; sister, JoAnn (Rex) Coffman of Carbondale, CO; brother-in-law, Dick Fogel of Dekalb, IL; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Glennis was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Nellee; husband Eugene; son, Daniel; sisters, Janet Johnson, Jacqueline Kaye, Karen Sue; in-laws, Cliff and Velma Greeley. Memorials are suggested in her name. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE. Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 4:00-6:00, Monday, March 28, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements

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 </figure>Glennis Maureen Greeley, age 84, of North Platte, NE passed away March 24, 2022, at Great Plains Health in North Platte. She was born November 1, 1937, to Gordon and Nellee (Veddar) Knotts in North Platte.Glennis grew up on a dairy farm south of North Platte. She attended rural school until the 8th grade and continued on to graduate from North Platte High School with the class of 1955. She worked for the Bell Telephone Company.On September 29, 1959, Glennis married Eugene Greeley and they were married for 55 years. The couple lived in North Platte where she was a stay-at-home mom and raised her family and lived on the ranch for 62 years. She was a great seamstress, a 4-H leader, a collector of cow figurines and anything with a cow on it, and an antique shopper. Glennis was very family oriented, never missing a birthday and enjoyed the holidays. She loved taking care of her grandchildren and crocheted many things for family. She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and puzzle books. Glennis was always in the center of family activities and chores on the ranch.Survivors include children, Casandra (Burton) Anthony of Hyannis, NE and Susan Greeley of Grand Island, NE; grandchildren, Zeb (Mariah Sprunk) Greeley of North Platte, NE, Danielle (Jud Gallardo) Greeley of North Platte, NE, and Austin (Lexie Trimble) Anthony of Kearney, NE; great grandchildren, Holden, Hazlee, and Helana; sister, JoAnn (Rex) Coffman of Carbondale, CO; brother-in-law, Dick Fogel of Dekalb, IL; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Glennis was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Nellee; husband Eugene; son, Daniel; sisters, Janet Johnson, Jacqueline Kaye, Karen Sue; in-laws, Cliff and Velma Greeley. Memorials are suggested in her name. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE. Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 4:00-6:00, Monday, March 28, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements

Glennis Maureen Greeley  (1937-2022)

Marilyn J. Brown, 83, of North Platte, NE passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022 at Linden Court.&nbsp;

Marilyn was born on September 9, 1938 in North Platte, NE and was the eldest daughter of three children born to Cody Dale and Mary Maxine (Walden) Burton.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Marilyn graduated from North Platte High School class of 1956.&nbsp; She was married to Noel K. Brown on August 24, 1957 at First Baptist Church in North Platte.&nbsp; She was very artistic and was an accomplished piano player.&nbsp; She was involved with her son’s Cub Scouts and Little League Baseball for many years.&nbsp; She was a life-long member of First Baptist Church in North Platte.&nbsp; She spent the last several years in the assisted living and memory care unit at Linden Court.&nbsp; Marilyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.&nbsp;

Surviving are her son, Evan (Carrie) Brown of North Platte; grand-daughter, Cassie Brown of Kearney; brother, Douglas (Shirley) Burton of Hickory, N.C.; sister, Marsha (Alton) Gosnell of North Platte; and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Noel, and by a daughter, Kelle Ann Brown.&nbsp;

Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation with the family present will be held at Carpenter Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made to the family at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648234222192.jpeg" alt="Marilyn Brown" />
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 </figure>Marilyn J. Brown, 83, of North Platte, NE passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022 at Linden Court.&nbsp;Marilyn was born on September 9, 1938 in North Platte, NE and was the eldest daughter of three children born to Cody Dale and Mary Maxine (Walden) Burton.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Marilyn graduated from North Platte High School class of 1956.&nbsp; She was married to Noel K. Brown on August 24, 1957 at First Baptist Church in North Platte.&nbsp; She was very artistic and was an accomplished piano player.&nbsp; She was involved with her son’s Cub Scouts and Little League Baseball for many years.&nbsp; She was a life-long member of First Baptist Church in North Platte.&nbsp; She spent the last several years in the assisted living and memory care unit at Linden Court.&nbsp; Marilyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.&nbsp;Surviving are her son, Evan (Carrie) Brown of North Platte; grand-daughter, Cassie Brown of Kearney; brother, Douglas (Shirley) Burton of Hickory, N.C.; sister, Marsha (Alton) Gosnell of North Platte; and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Noel, and by a daughter, Kelle Ann Brown.&nbsp;Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation with the family present will be held at Carpenter Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made to the family at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/" target="_blank">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;

Marilyn Brown (1938-2022)

Stephen James Cording age 66 of Broken Bow, NE passed away March 15, 2022, at his home in Broken Bow.

Stephen had chosen cremation. He will be laid to rest at Lee Park Cemetery at a later date.

Stephen is survived by sister Joy Mills of Broken Bow.

Stephen James Cording age 66 of Broken Bow, NE passed away March 15, 2022, at his home in Broken Bow.Stephen had chosen cremation. He will be laid to rest at Lee Park Cemetery at a later date.Stephen is survived by sister Joy Mills of Broken Bow.

Stephen Cording (1955-2022)

Marvin "Marv" Leroy Halley, 77, went to heaven on March 22, 2022. Marv was born on August 27, 1944 in Stockville, NE to Gerald and Lucett Halley. A farmer since birth, driving tractor, roping, and riding were second nature.&nbsp; He loved working with horses and livestock and even when “retired” could be found most Saturdays working a farm or estate auction. After graduating from high school in Curtis, NE in 1962 he joined the Army.&nbsp; He served in the 27th Maintenance Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division with a tour of duty in Vietnam.&nbsp; Marv was a proud and dedicated veteran and took strides in supporting fellow veterans in the area. Marv always joked that the military issued him a uniform, a pair of boots, and a wife. Her name was Private Beverly Thomas and they were married at Ft. Meade, Maryland in 1964.&nbsp; Marv and Bev made their home in Gothenburg, NE for over 20 years while raising three children. Marv and Bev were a devoted couple, and he made it known that he adored his wife. Marv worked at Ruan Leasing, and later at the Gothenburg Housing Authority. After their children graduated, they relocated near Farnam, NE on an acreage with a few “adopted” horses and donkeys from auctions he attended. In 2015, they moved to North Platte, NE, to enjoy “city” life.&nbsp; Marv was active in the American Legion, where he was honored to serve as Commander. He also was a member of the Farnam Volunteer Fire Department, Lions Club, and the VFW. He was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. The ultimate “go to” guy - Marv could fix just about anything. He loved to fish, camp, and build anything that could be sketched out on a dinner napkin. Everyone who knew Marv, knows he always had a story, some advice, and a smile to share over coffee or cards.&nbsp; He loved his children, but always wished his grandkids would have arrived first. He was the proudest Grandpa at every school event. Grandpa Marv was known by all as making the World’s best pancakes-served for breakfast, lunch, or supper.&nbsp; Marv is survived by his wife Beverly of 57 years. Three children: Ron (Carol) Halley, Rick Halley and Tammy (Sage) Solon; two sisters Peggy Halley and Ellen Perkins. Grandchildren: Kim (Pete) Younger, Kendra (Nate) Elmshauser, Mariah Halley and Andrew Solon. Great Grandchildren, Aileah, Caleb, Samuel, and Bethany Younger. He is preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Lucett Halley, a sister Thelma Carpenter and a Grandson Aiden Solon.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday March 27 from 2:00 - 4:00pm at Blasé-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE with family present during that time.&nbsp; Funeral service will be held 10:30am Monday March 28 at the Farnam School, Farnam, NE; with Pastor Greg Boller officiating.&nbsp; Interment to follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials given to the family will be determined at a later date.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648221293237.jpeg" alt="Marv Halley" />
 <figcaption>Marv Halley</figcaption>
 </figure>Marvin "Marv" Leroy Halley, 77, went to heaven on March 22, 2022. Marv was born on August 27, 1944 in Stockville, NE to Gerald and Lucett Halley. A farmer since birth, driving tractor, roping, and riding were second nature.&nbsp; He loved working with horses and livestock and even when “retired” could be found most Saturdays working a farm or estate auction. After graduating from high school in Curtis, NE in 1962 he joined the Army.&nbsp; He served in the 27th Maintenance Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division with a tour of duty in Vietnam.&nbsp; Marv was a proud and dedicated veteran and took strides in supporting fellow veterans in the area. Marv always joked that the military issued him a uniform, a pair of boots, and a wife. Her name was Private Beverly Thomas and they were married at Ft. Meade, Maryland in 1964.&nbsp; Marv and Bev made their home in Gothenburg, NE for over 20 years while raising three children. Marv and Bev were a devoted couple, and he made it known that he adored his wife. Marv worked at Ruan Leasing, and later at the Gothenburg Housing Authority. After their children graduated, they relocated near Farnam, NE on an acreage with a few “adopted” horses and donkeys from auctions he attended. In 2015, they moved to North Platte, NE, to enjoy “city” life.&nbsp; Marv was active in the American Legion, where he was honored to serve as Commander. He also was a member of the Farnam Volunteer Fire Department, Lions Club, and the VFW. He was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. The ultimate “go to” guy - Marv could fix just about anything. He loved to fish, camp, and build anything that could be sketched out on a dinner napkin. Everyone who knew Marv, knows he always had a story, some advice, and a smile to share over coffee or cards.&nbsp; He loved his children, but always wished his grandkids would have arrived first. He was the proudest Grandpa at every school event. Grandpa Marv was known by all as making the World’s best pancakes-served for breakfast, lunch, or supper.&nbsp; Marv is survived by his wife Beverly of 57 years. Three children: Ron (Carol) Halley, Rick Halley and Tammy (Sage) Solon; two sisters Peggy Halley and Ellen Perkins. Grandchildren: Kim (Pete) Younger, Kendra (Nate) Elmshauser, Mariah Halley and Andrew Solon. Great Grandchildren, Aileah, Caleb, Samuel, and Bethany Younger. He is preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Lucett Halley, a sister Thelma Carpenter and a Grandson Aiden Solon.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday March 27 from 2:00 - 4:00pm at Blasé-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE with family present during that time.&nbsp; Funeral service will be held 10:30am Monday March 28 at the Farnam School, Farnam, NE; with Pastor Greg Boller officiating.&nbsp; Interment to follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials given to the family will be determined at a later date.

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