&nbsp; &nbsp; Alva Lee Van Vleet was born on August 17, 1943 in Danbury, Nebraska to Denzel and Bernice (Lockhart) Van Vleet. &nbsp;Alva graduated from high school and joined the United States Navy. &nbsp;His Naval career would allow him to further his education, receiving his bachelor’s degree in signals. &nbsp;Alva served proudly for 28 years, seeing most of the country and Vietnam. He retired in Virginia at the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer.

&nbsp; Alva eventually made his way back to southwest Nebraska where he put down roots in Trenton. &nbsp;Alva worked for Southwest Fertilizer and did custom harvesting. &nbsp;He was a member of American Legion Post #337 in Trenton. &nbsp;He enjoyed fishing and riding motorcycles. &nbsp;Alva was happiest when sampling hops or a good, fermented beverage. &nbsp;He spent time watching and attending rodeos and enjoyed western movies on the television. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Alva passed away June 20, 2024 at the Central Nebraska Veterans Home in Kearney, Nebraska. &nbsp;He was 80 years of age.

&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Merald Van Vleet; and a special friend, Dessie Lewis.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his sons, Michael Lee (Michelle) Van Vleet of Fountain, Colorado and Kevin Dean Van Vleet of Chesapeake, Virginia; Pat (Ronda) Lewis and Roger (Lisa) Lewis both of Trenton; grandchildren: Stephanie Mia Van Vleet, Christopher Ryan Van Vleet, Josh Lewis, Tommy Lewis, Rebekah Gillispie, Lindsey Kluthe, Lacey Alig, Lexey Humphrey, and Laramey Becker; 22 great-grandchildren; and sister Karen Van Vleet of Wichita, Kansas.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and memorial services are scheduled for 10:30 AM on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Pastor Jeremy LaBrie officiating. &nbsp;Military honors will take place at the funeral chapel. &nbsp;A private family inurnment will take place at a later date.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials in Alva’s name are suggested to a veterans charity of your choosing. &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; Alva Lee Van Vleet was born on August 17, 1943 in Danbury, Nebraska to Denzel and Bernice (Lockhart) Van Vleet. &nbsp;Alva graduated from high school and joined the United States Navy. &nbsp;His Naval career would allow him to further his education, receiving his bachelor’s degree in signals. &nbsp;Alva served proudly for 28 years, seeing most of the country and Vietnam. He retired in Virginia at the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer.&nbsp; Alva eventually made his way back to southwest Nebraska where he put down roots in Trenton. &nbsp;Alva worked for Southwest Fertilizer and did custom harvesting. &nbsp;He was a member of American Legion Post #337 in Trenton. &nbsp;He enjoyed fishing and riding motorcycles. &nbsp;Alva was happiest when sampling hops or a good, fermented beverage. &nbsp;He spent time watching and attending rodeos and enjoyed western movies on the television. &nbsp;&nbsp;Alva passed away June 20, 2024 at the Central Nebraska Veterans Home in Kearney, Nebraska. &nbsp;He was 80 years of age.&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Merald Van Vleet; and a special friend, Dessie Lewis.&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his sons, Michael Lee (Michelle) Van Vleet of Fountain, Colorado and Kevin Dean Van Vleet of Chesapeake, Virginia; Pat (Ronda) Lewis and Roger (Lisa) Lewis both of Trenton; grandchildren: Stephanie Mia Van Vleet, Christopher Ryan Van Vleet, Josh Lewis, Tommy Lewis, Rebekah Gillispie, Lindsey Kluthe, Lacey Alig, Lexey Humphrey, and Laramey Becker; 22 great-grandchildren; and sister Karen Van Vleet of Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and memorial services are scheduled for 10:30 AM on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Pastor Jeremy LaBrie officiating. &nbsp;Military honors will take place at the funeral chapel. &nbsp;A private family inurnment will take place at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials in Alva’s name are suggested to a veterans charity of your choosing. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Alva Lee Van Vleet (1943-2024)

JAMES COGHILL, 81, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE.

Jim was born November 4, 1942, to Wilson Kesler and Pauline (Beaty) Coghill in McCook, NE. As a small child, his parents farmed near Marion, NE. He graduated from Beaver Valley High School in Lebanon, NE, in 1960, McCook College in 1962, and Fort Hayes State College in Hayes, KS, in 1965.

Jim married Erlene Cline at Parks Methodist Church on July 11, 1965. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1966 to 1968 at Camp Pendleton, CA, and Camp Lejeune, NC, in the military police department.

Jim and Erlene had two boys, Bradley James Coghill and Curt Coghill. He managed stores for F.W. Woolworths in Grand Island, North Platte, Bellevue, South Omaha, and Cheyenne, WY. Then, he managed TG&amp;Y Stores Co in Wichita, KS, and Papillion before the couple bought their own NAPA Auto Parts store in 1980 in Ogallala and built and managed West Side Storage in 1996 until their retirement in 2003. After retirement, Jim worked part-time for Farmer's Mutual Insurance as a crop adjuster. He had a special interest in antique cars, attending car shows, and traveling by motor home. In 2012, the couple purchased a home in Lake Havasu City, AZ.

Jim was preceded by his parents and a sister, Barbara.

Jim is survived by his wife, Erlene, of Ogallala; sons, Bradley (Jenny) Coghill of Whittier, CA, and Curt (Meggan) Coghill of Bennington; granddaughter, Hannah; and sister-in-law, Merril Jane (Marvin) McMichael of Lincoln.

A memorial has been established in Jim's memory. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Funeral services will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating. Interment with military honors will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell at 2 pm CT. Car enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their cars in honor of Jim.

Visitation will be on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>JAMES COGHILL, 81, of Ogallala, NE, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE.Jim was born November 4, 1942, to Wilson Kesler and Pauline (Beaty) Coghill in McCook, NE. As a small child, his parents farmed near Marion, NE. He graduated from Beaver Valley High School in Lebanon, NE, in 1960, McCook College in 1962, and Fort Hayes State College in Hayes, KS, in 1965.Jim married Erlene Cline at Parks Methodist Church on July 11, 1965. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1966 to 1968 at Camp Pendleton, CA, and Camp Lejeune, NC, in the military police department.Jim and Erlene had two boys, Bradley James Coghill and Curt Coghill. He managed stores for F.W. Woolworths in Grand Island, North Platte, Bellevue, South Omaha, and Cheyenne, WY. Then, he managed TG&amp;Y Stores Co in Wichita, KS, and Papillion before the couple bought their own NAPA Auto Parts store in 1980 in Ogallala and built and managed West Side Storage in 1996 until their retirement in 2003. After retirement, Jim worked part-time for Farmer's Mutual Insurance as a crop adjuster. He had a special interest in antique cars, attending car shows, and traveling by motor home. In 2012, the couple purchased a home in Lake Havasu City, AZ.Jim was preceded by his parents and a sister, Barbara.Jim is survived by his wife, Erlene, of Ogallala; sons, Bradley (Jenny) Coghill of Whittier, CA, and Curt (Meggan) Coghill of Bennington; granddaughter, Hannah; and sister-in-law, Merril Jane (Marvin) McMichael of Lincoln.A memorial has been established in Jim's memory. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Funeral services will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating. Interment with military honors will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell at 2 pm CT. Car enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their cars in honor of Jim.Visitation will be on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

James Coghill (1942-2024)

Norma Jean (Kramer) Cochran, 97, was born July 11, 1926, in Holyoke, CO, to Anna and Robert Kramer. She was the youngest of 13 children, ten boys, followed by three daughters. Jean departed this life on June 23, 2024, in Akron, CO, just shy of her 98th birthday. She was surrounded by her three loving daughters.

In 1943, Jean graduated from Holyoke High School at the age of 16. On June 2, 1943, in Ogden, Utah, Jean was united in marriage to Pat Rothenberger before he was shipped out to serve in WWII in the Army Air Force. The couple moved to Whittier, CA, when Pat returned from the war. In 1953, they moved to Grant, NE, purchased the Ford dealership, and started a crop spraying business. A son and three daughters were born to this union. Pat preceded Jean in death when he was killed in an airplane accident in 1961.

Jean worked as a teacher, bookkeeper, secretary, insurance agent, and realtor. She was involved in numerous church and community organizations.

In 1968, she had a brief marriage to Floyd Pankonin. Then, in 1980, she married Ron Cochran and lived in Grant until moving to North Platte, Nebraska, in 2013.

Following an accident at home in late 2015, she resided at the Washington County Nursing Home in Akron, CO, until the time of her death. She loved singing and frequently entertained the residents and staff with her songs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 12 siblings, her husbands Pat and Ron, and son Larry.

Jean is survived by her daughters: Wanda Thompson (James) of Akron, CO; Vicki Pankonin (David) of Cottonwood, CA; and Beverly Gottula (Bill) of North Platte, NE. She was also blessed with seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and nine great-great-grandchildren.

She will be forever remembered for her courage, strength, selflessness, and humor. Jean gave much love and was greatly loved in return.

Memorials are suggested to the Washington County Nursing Home in Akron or the donor's choice. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Grant United Methodist Church, with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta-Keega officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1719334723849.jpeg" alt="Norma Jean Cochran" />
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 </figure>Norma Jean (Kramer) Cochran, 97, was born July 11, 1926, in Holyoke, CO, to Anna and Robert Kramer. She was the youngest of 13 children, ten boys, followed by three daughters. Jean departed this life on June 23, 2024, in Akron, CO, just shy of her 98th birthday. She was surrounded by her three loving daughters.In 1943, Jean graduated from Holyoke High School at the age of 16. On June 2, 1943, in Ogden, Utah, Jean was united in marriage to Pat Rothenberger before he was shipped out to serve in WWII in the Army Air Force. The couple moved to Whittier, CA, when Pat returned from the war. In 1953, they moved to Grant, NE, purchased the Ford dealership, and started a crop spraying business. A son and three daughters were born to this union. Pat preceded Jean in death when he was killed in an airplane accident in 1961.Jean worked as a teacher, bookkeeper, secretary, insurance agent, and realtor. She was involved in numerous church and community organizations.In 1968, she had a brief marriage to Floyd Pankonin. Then, in 1980, she married Ron Cochran and lived in Grant until moving to North Platte, Nebraska, in 2013.Following an accident at home in late 2015, she resided at the Washington County Nursing Home in Akron, CO, until the time of her death. She loved singing and frequently entertained the residents and staff with her songs.She was preceded in death by her parents, 12 siblings, her husbands Pat and Ron, and son Larry.Jean is survived by her daughters: Wanda Thompson (James) of Akron, CO; Vicki Pankonin (David) of Cottonwood, CA; and Beverly Gottula (Bill) of North Platte, NE. She was also blessed with seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and nine great-great-grandchildren.She will be forever remembered for her courage, strength, selflessness, and humor. Jean gave much love and was greatly loved in return.Memorials are suggested to the Washington County Nursing Home in Akron or the donor's choice. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Funeral services will be on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Grant United Methodist Church, with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta-Keega officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery.Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

Norma Jean Cochran (1926-2024)

Donna Marie Lehman, 82, of Maxwell, Nebraska passed away June 5, 2024 at her daughter’s home in Maxwell. She was born April 12, 1942 to Nels and Julia (Smalis) Undem, in Terry, Montana.

Donna grew up in Terry, participating heavily in youth 4-H programs and taking home several blue ribbons for her canning and sewing projects and showing her family’s lambs. Donna then graduated high school in 1960. She attended Montana State University in Bozeman. There, she received her teaching certificate and taught elementary students at local country schools. She met Gene Lehman and they were married May 15, 1965 in Ekalaka, MT at Gene’s parents ranch, George and Alice Lehman. Three children were born to this union: Nelseena, Jess, and Laurie.

Donna had a love for cooking and shared that with the school, ranch, brandings, and 4H camps. She’ll always be remembered as an excellent cook and seamstress. Donna made all of Gene’s shirts, which he was immensely proud of, due to each of his shirts being a one of a kind. After Gene’s passing, she went back to college in Riverton, Wyoming graduating from Chadron State College. After graduating with her Bachelor’s degree she taught at the Carver country school and the American Horse School on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Donna moved to Nebraska in 2006 teaching at Hall School in North Platte and then substituting for many years. After choosing to retire, embroidering blocks and hand quilting each one into special baby blankets for her grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and members of her community was how she chose to leave her family and other loved ones with a piece of her heart. Growing and canning vegetables from her own garden, and presenting stunning flowers she lovingly nurtured were her favorite gifts to share.

Survivors include her children, Nelseena (Kurt) Lehmann, Kildare, Oklahoma, Jess Lehman, Capital, South Dakota, Laurie (Matthew) Hatch, Maxwell, Nebraska; grandchildren Hunter Lehmann, Oakley Lehmann, Kildare Oklahoma, Karnee Hatch, Dallas, Texas, Falon Hatch, Michell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Aspen Arnett, Kildare Oklahoma; sister, Connie (David) Bosman, Tucson, Arizona; along with numerous other family members and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Gene; sister, Diane O’Neill.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established in her name.

Cremation was chosen. Services for Donna will be held in Ekalaka at a later date.

Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Donna Marie Lehman, 82, of Maxwell, Nebraska passed away June 5, 2024 at her daughter’s home in Maxwell. She was born April 12, 1942 to Nels and Julia (Smalis) Undem, in Terry, Montana.Donna grew up in Terry, participating heavily in youth 4-H programs and taking home several blue ribbons for her canning and sewing projects and showing her family’s lambs. Donna then graduated high school in 1960. She attended Montana State University in Bozeman. There, she received her teaching certificate and taught elementary students at local country schools. She met Gene Lehman and they were married May 15, 1965 in Ekalaka, MT at Gene’s parents ranch, George and Alice Lehman. Three children were born to this union: Nelseena, Jess, and Laurie.Donna had a love for cooking and shared that with the school, ranch, brandings, and 4H camps. She’ll always be remembered as an excellent cook and seamstress. Donna made all of Gene’s shirts, which he was immensely proud of, due to each of his shirts being a one of a kind. After Gene’s passing, she went back to college in Riverton, Wyoming graduating from Chadron State College. After graduating with her Bachelor’s degree she taught at the Carver country school and the American Horse School on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Donna moved to Nebraska in 2006 teaching at Hall School in North Platte and then substituting for many years. After choosing to retire, embroidering blocks and hand quilting each one into special baby blankets for her grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and members of her community was how she chose to leave her family and other loved ones with a piece of her heart. Growing and canning vegetables from her own garden, and presenting stunning flowers she lovingly nurtured were her favorite gifts to share.Survivors include her children, Nelseena (Kurt) Lehmann, Kildare, Oklahoma, Jess Lehman, Capital, South Dakota, Laurie (Matthew) Hatch, Maxwell, Nebraska; grandchildren Hunter Lehmann, Oakley Lehmann, Kildare Oklahoma, Karnee Hatch, Dallas, Texas, Falon Hatch, Michell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Aspen Arnett, Kildare Oklahoma; sister, Connie (David) Bosman, Tucson, Arizona; along with numerous other family members and friends.She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Gene; sister, Diane O’Neill.&nbsp;A memorial has been established in her name.Cremation was chosen. Services for Donna will be held in Ekalaka at a later date.Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Donna Marie Lehman (1942-2024)

Lois May Joan Baker, 93, of North Platte, NE passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;Lois was born on May 28, 1931 in Cedar Butte, South Dakota, the daughter of Theodore and Iva (Frazier) Hougham.

Lois was a hard worker throughout her life. &nbsp;She worked as a waitress and hostess at the Elks Club in North Platte, and later cleaned and painted houses in the local area. &nbsp;For a short time, she owned and operated the South Side Liquor Store. &nbsp;Lois was a very good cook, baker, and seamstress. &nbsp;She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, and by her first three husbands, Marlyn Wilcox, Robert Masters, and Robert Britton. &nbsp;She was also predeceased by sons, Shephen and Charles Wilcox; daughter, Michelle Masters; infants, Wonda and Terry, and 2 infants at birth; brother, Everett Hougham; and sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Morrissey, and Marie Beckley.

Left to cherish her memory are her 4th husband, Charles A. Baker of North Platte; children, Ronda Schultz of Cheyenne, WY, Stanton (Brenda) Wilcox of Brunswick, OH, Marlyn (Ellen) Wilcox of Alliance, NE, Danny (UnChu) Wilcox of Lakewood, WA, Teresa Silcox and Mary Masters both of NE; 27 grandchildren; 52 great grandchildren; and 37 great-great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Lois’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Parkview Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Dynette Oberg officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be private in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Lois May Joan Baker, 93, of North Platte, NE passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;Lois was born on May 28, 1931 in Cedar Butte, South Dakota, the daughter of Theodore and Iva (Frazier) Hougham.Lois was a hard worker throughout her life. &nbsp;She worked as a waitress and hostess at the Elks Club in North Platte, and later cleaned and painted houses in the local area. &nbsp;For a short time, she owned and operated the South Side Liquor Store. &nbsp;Lois was a very good cook, baker, and seamstress. &nbsp;She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, and by her first three husbands, Marlyn Wilcox, Robert Masters, and Robert Britton. &nbsp;She was also predeceased by sons, Shephen and Charles Wilcox; daughter, Michelle Masters; infants, Wonda and Terry, and 2 infants at birth; brother, Everett Hougham; and sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Morrissey, and Marie Beckley.Left to cherish her memory are her 4th husband, Charles A. Baker of North Platte; children, Ronda Schultz of Cheyenne, WY, Stanton (Brenda) Wilcox of Brunswick, OH, Marlyn (Ellen) Wilcox of Alliance, NE, Danny (UnChu) Wilcox of Lakewood, WA, Teresa Silcox and Mary Masters both of NE; 27 grandchildren; 52 great grandchildren; and 37 great-great grandchildren.A Celebration of Lois’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Parkview Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Dynette Oberg officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be private in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

Lois May Joan Baker (1931-2024)

Longtime North Platte resident, Carol Douglas passed away June 21, 2024, while staying at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg. She was 86 years old.

Carol, the daughter of Carl and Ruth Peck, was born July 22, 1937, in North Platte where she grew up and attended school.

On June 15, 1957, Carol married Dale Douglas in North Platte. &nbsp;She enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom to their 4 kids. &nbsp;Carol and Dale were together for over 65 years when he passed away in 2022.

Carol loved being a wife, mother and grandma. &nbsp;She also loved her flowers, crocheting and playing games with her grandkids, especially the game Trouble.

Along with her husband, Carol was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Bill, Frank (Erla) and Don (Donna) Peck; and infant great-grandson, Wyatt Paulsen.

She is survived by her children, Wayne Douglas (Kim) and Ruth Stearns (Gary) of North Platte and Judy Welch (Will) and Karen Matthews (Bo) of Paxton; her sister-in-law, Vina Peck of North Platte; as well as 11 grandkids, 16 great-grandkids and other family.

Graveside service and inurnment will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 1, at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens with Pastor Michael Evans officiating. &nbsp;The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the donor's choice.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1719333694630.jpeg" alt="Carol Douglas" />
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 </figure>Longtime North Platte resident, Carol Douglas passed away June 21, 2024, while staying at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg. She was 86 years old.Carol, the daughter of Carl and Ruth Peck, was born July 22, 1937, in North Platte where she grew up and attended school.On June 15, 1957, Carol married Dale Douglas in North Platte. &nbsp;She enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom to their 4 kids. &nbsp;Carol and Dale were together for over 65 years when he passed away in 2022.Carol loved being a wife, mother and grandma. &nbsp;She also loved her flowers, crocheting and playing games with her grandkids, especially the game Trouble.Along with her husband, Carol was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Bill, Frank (Erla) and Don (Donna) Peck; and infant great-grandson, Wyatt Paulsen.She is survived by her children, Wayne Douglas (Kim) and Ruth Stearns (Gary) of North Platte and Judy Welch (Will) and Karen Matthews (Bo) of Paxton; her sister-in-law, Vina Peck of North Platte; as well as 11 grandkids, 16 great-grandkids and other family.Graveside service and inurnment will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 1, at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens with Pastor Michael Evans officiating. &nbsp;The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the donor's choice.

Carol Douglas (1937-2024)

Herbert William Ringenberg, 94, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away at his home on June 20, 2024.&nbsp;

He was born during a snowstorm on the family farm south of Eustis, Nebraska on May 14, 1930, to William and Olga (Werth) Ringenberg. He was the younger brother of Willard and Aurella. He attended grade school at the Salem Lutheran School, south of Eustis, as well as the Trinity Lutheran Church school, and graduated from Lexington Senior High School with the class of 1948, where he excelled in football, basketball, and track. He was drafted to the military during the Korean War from 1953 to 1954.

Herbert met Evelyn Brakhage, a teacher in Lexington, and the two were united in marriage on June 29, 1952, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Four children were born to this union: Jean, Jan, Suzanne, and Joel. Herbert and Evelyn shared 71 years of marriage. Herbert farmed and ranched in Dawson and Custer County his entire life.

He is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn Ringenberg of Lexington; children, Jean (Doug) Speer of Windsor, Colorado, Jan (Stephen) Anderson of Lexington, Suzy (Neil) Jorgenson of Callaway, and Joel (Stephanie) Ringenberg of Lexington; sister-in-law, Dorothy Jean Buel of Lincoln; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; as well as extended family.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Willard and wife, Emma Ringenberg; sister, Aurella and husband, Gilbert Heine; sister-in-law, Donna and husband, Louie Rudman; brother-in-law, James Buel, and many good friends and neighbors.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor Rob Kuefner, officiating. The service will be live streamed via the Trinity Lutheran Website: tlclex.org.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 24, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

A private Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials are kindly suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or Donor's Choice.

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

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 </figure>Herbert William Ringenberg, 94, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away at his home on June 20, 2024.&nbsp;He was born during a snowstorm on the family farm south of Eustis, Nebraska on May 14, 1930, to William and Olga (Werth) Ringenberg. He was the younger brother of Willard and Aurella. He attended grade school at the Salem Lutheran School, south of Eustis, as well as the Trinity Lutheran Church school, and graduated from Lexington Senior High School with the class of 1948, where he excelled in football, basketball, and track. He was drafted to the military during the Korean War from 1953 to 1954.Herbert met Evelyn Brakhage, a teacher in Lexington, and the two were united in marriage on June 29, 1952, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Four children were born to this union: Jean, Jan, Suzanne, and Joel. Herbert and Evelyn shared 71 years of marriage. Herbert farmed and ranched in Dawson and Custer County his entire life.He is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn Ringenberg of Lexington; children, Jean (Doug) Speer of Windsor, Colorado, Jan (Stephen) Anderson of Lexington, Suzy (Neil) Jorgenson of Callaway, and Joel (Stephanie) Ringenberg of Lexington; sister-in-law, Dorothy Jean Buel of Lincoln; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; as well as extended family.Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Willard and wife, Emma Ringenberg; sister, Aurella and husband, Gilbert Heine; sister-in-law, Donna and husband, Louie Rudman; brother-in-law, James Buel, and many good friends and neighbors.Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor Rob Kuefner, officiating. The service will be live streamed via the Trinity Lutheran Website: tlclex.org.Visitation will be held on Monday, June 24, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.A private Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery.Memorials are kindly suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or Donor's Choice.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Herbert William Ringenberg (1930-2024)

Beverly Ann Rathe, age 86, of Culbertson, NE passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 in McCook, NE.&nbsp;

Beverly was born February 16, 1938 in Beverly, NE to parents Jake and E. Vaughneta (Follet) Schlager. She was one of four children who graduated from Culbertson High School with the Class of 1955.&nbsp;

On October 6, 1957, Beverly married the love of her life, Arlan Earl Rathe, in Culbertson. To this union five children were born.&nbsp;

Beverly enjoyed drawing and artwork; she was a talented seamstress. Beverly was very outgoing and loved social gatherings, especially square dancing and playing cards with friends and family. Her favorite game to play was pinochle. Beverly was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher and on the Ladies Aide Committee. She also cleaned the church for many years.&nbsp;

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother, Richard Schlager.

Those left to celebrate her life include her children, Robin Haynes of McCook, NE, Ryan (Deb) Rathe of Palisade, NE, Rhonda (Tracey) Refior of McCook, NE, Rachelle Steinhour of Minden, NE and Randal (Erin) Rathe of Ainsworth, NE; fifteen grandchildren; twenty seven great grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra (Dewayne) Hanes of McCook, NE and Penny (Ed) Schneider of Brighton, CO; sister in law, Judy Schlager of McCook, NE; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of extended family members and friends.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.

Visitation with family present to greet friends will be held from 5 to7pm on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 11am on Friday, June 28, 2024 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Culbertson, with Pastor Bradley Rick officiating.&nbsp;

Burial will follow in the Culbertson Cemetery.&nbsp;

Carpenter Breland Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.com to sign the online guestbook for the family.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Beverly Ann Rathe, age 86, of Culbertson, NE passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 in McCook, NE.&nbsp;Beverly was born February 16, 1938 in Beverly, NE to parents Jake and E. Vaughneta (Follet) Schlager. She was one of four children who graduated from Culbertson High School with the Class of 1955.&nbsp;On October 6, 1957, Beverly married the love of her life, Arlan Earl Rathe, in Culbertson. To this union five children were born.&nbsp;Beverly enjoyed drawing and artwork; she was a talented seamstress. Beverly was very outgoing and loved social gatherings, especially square dancing and playing cards with friends and family. Her favorite game to play was pinochle. Beverly was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher and on the Ladies Aide Committee. She also cleaned the church for many years.&nbsp;Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother, Richard Schlager.Those left to celebrate her life include her children, Robin Haynes of McCook, NE, Ryan (Deb) Rathe of Palisade, NE, Rhonda (Tracey) Refior of McCook, NE, Rachelle Steinhour of Minden, NE and Randal (Erin) Rathe of Ainsworth, NE; fifteen grandchildren; twenty seven great grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra (Dewayne) Hanes of McCook, NE and Penny (Ed) Schneider of Brighton, CO; sister in law, Judy Schlager of McCook, NE; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of extended family members and friends.&nbsp;Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.Visitation with family present to greet friends will be held from 5 to7pm on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 11am on Friday, June 28, 2024 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Culbertson, with Pastor Bradley Rick officiating.&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Culbertson Cemetery.&nbsp;Carpenter Breland Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.com to sign the online guestbook for the family.&nbsp;

Beverly Ann Rathe (1938-2024)

Terry L. (Young) Erion passed away June 20, 2024, at Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad.

Terry was born June 22, 1943, in Smith Center, KS to Loren and Pauline (Warner) Young. Loren was in the service in Kansas and was granted a leave so he could visit his little baby girl. Then he was sent to the Philippines and didn’t return for two and a half years.

Ron and Terry were united in marriage June 12, 1965, and celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary last week. They raised two daughters: Heidi (Marco) Revelo of Cozad and Lara (Everton) Erion-Bennett of Ocala, FL. Adding to the family tree are three grandchildren: Beth Revelo, Ashley Revelo, Larenzo Erion plus two great-grandchildren Elias Erion and Silas Erion.

Terry graduated from Holdrege High School in 1961 before earning two degrees from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. In 1965 she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and in 1970 a Master’s Degree in Early Education endorsement in reading which began a lifelong love of teaching.

She started her life-long teaching career in Grand Island, NE as a substitute for a teacher on maternity leave and when the teacher stayed home, they asked Terry to finish the year. She taught Title at Laurel-Concord Public Schools, but is best known for her 25 years of education at the Eustis-Farnam Public Schools where she taught third grade for 22 years and kindergarten for two years. Upon retirement she opened a preschool in Cozad in her home that helped prepare children for kindergarten and set them up for academic success.

Ron and Terry enjoyed marking memories with family, building their house, dancing, travelling, and enjoying each other’s company.

Terry’s faith in Jesus Christ shone in her daily walk and acts of kindness. Not one to demand praise, she was often in the background teaching Sunday School, attending Bible studies and going to church. She was part of a Prayer Group that prayed for each high school student by name during the academic year, and they did this several years. Rest assured she’s been escorted to heaven on the wings of angels.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests you purchase a children’s book and donate it to a school or public library. If you’d like to bring your book to the service, they will be on display. A note to the family of your donation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Terry’s wishes were to be cremated. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel.

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 </figure>Terry L. (Young) Erion passed away June 20, 2024, at Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad.Terry was born June 22, 1943, in Smith Center, KS to Loren and Pauline (Warner) Young. Loren was in the service in Kansas and was granted a leave so he could visit his little baby girl. Then he was sent to the Philippines and didn’t return for two and a half years.Ron and Terry were united in marriage June 12, 1965, and celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary last week. They raised two daughters: Heidi (Marco) Revelo of Cozad and Lara (Everton) Erion-Bennett of Ocala, FL. Adding to the family tree are three grandchildren: Beth Revelo, Ashley Revelo, Larenzo Erion plus two great-grandchildren Elias Erion and Silas Erion.Terry graduated from Holdrege High School in 1961 before earning two degrees from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. In 1965 she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and in 1970 a Master’s Degree in Early Education endorsement in reading which began a lifelong love of teaching.She started her life-long teaching career in Grand Island, NE as a substitute for a teacher on maternity leave and when the teacher stayed home, they asked Terry to finish the year. She taught Title at Laurel-Concord Public Schools, but is best known for her 25 years of education at the Eustis-Farnam Public Schools where she taught third grade for 22 years and kindergarten for two years. Upon retirement she opened a preschool in Cozad in her home that helped prepare children for kindergarten and set them up for academic success.Ron and Terry enjoyed marking memories with family, building their house, dancing, travelling, and enjoying each other’s company.Terry’s faith in Jesus Christ shone in her daily walk and acts of kindness. Not one to demand praise, she was often in the background teaching Sunday School, attending Bible studies and going to church. She was part of a Prayer Group that prayed for each high school student by name during the academic year, and they did this several years. Rest assured she’s been escorted to heaven on the wings of angels.In lieu of flowers, the family requests you purchase a children’s book and donate it to a school or public library. If you’d like to bring your book to the service, they will be on display. A note to the family of your donation would be appreciated. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Terry’s wishes were to be cremated. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel.

Terry L. Erion (1943-2024)

Phyllis&nbsp;Phagan&nbsp;passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 8, 2023, at the age of 98.

Phyllis, the daughter of Gilbert and Elizabeth (Hrdlicka) Wagner, was born November 4, 1925, at Fremont, NE. &nbsp;When she was 3 years old the family moved to Howells, NE. &nbsp;In 1937 the family again moved to Morrill, NE, where she graduated from Morrill High School in 1943. &nbsp;After graduation Phyllis spent a year in Denver attending Barnes Business School.

Phyllis moved back to Morrill and worked for Brown Bean Co. &nbsp;At that same time her special Marine friend, Carroll Phagan, came home on furlough after spending 18 months in the South Pacific. &nbsp;Within a short month of his arrival, they were married on July 18, 1944. &nbsp;Phyllis always said, "I knew Carroll for several years but never had a date with him." &nbsp;They dated through 63 years of marriage before he passed.

In 1961, Carroll and Phyllis moved to North Platte because of his job. &nbsp;Phyllis worked for the Holiday Inn from opening day on June 15th until July 1994. &nbsp;She retired and volunteered for R.S.V.P. &nbsp;She loved playing cards and spent many hours piecing and hand quilting quilts for her children and grandchildren.

Phyllis and Carroll were members of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and belonged to the Lake Maloney Golf Course Association. &nbsp;They were active in the transition of sand greens to grass greens on the front nine.

Along with her beloved husband, Carroll, Phyllis was preceded in death by their infant son, Phillip; her parents, Gilbert and Elizabeth Wagner; parents-in-law, Carl and Grace Phagan; sisters, Eileen Beck and Donna Brazda; and son-in-law, Don Scott.

She is survived by her sons, Dale (Paula) Phagan of Corrales, NM, and Matt (Linda) Phagan of North Platte; daughters, Sally Scott of Camano Island, WA, and Julie (Ed) Peldo of Ft. Smith, AR; grandchildren: Kirsten (Tony), Mindy, Marisa (Sam), Samie, Jessica (Clarence) and Eric (Julie); great-grandchildren: Alexis, Braylon, Blake, William, Grace, Peightan and Sherry; brother-in-law, Bob (Ellen) Phagan; and other family.

Services will be held on Tuesday, July 9. 

Rosary service begins at 9 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with Celebrant Father Sagar.  Inurnment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.  Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Holy Spirit Catholic Church or Goodfellow Shoe Fund.  Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Phyllis&nbsp;Phagan&nbsp;passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 8, 2023, at the age of 98.Phyllis, the daughter of Gilbert and Elizabeth (Hrdlicka) Wagner, was born November 4, 1925, at Fremont, NE. &nbsp;When she was 3 years old the family moved to Howells, NE. &nbsp;In 1937 the family again moved to Morrill, NE, where she graduated from Morrill High School in 1943. &nbsp;After graduation Phyllis spent a year in Denver attending Barnes Business School.Phyllis moved back to Morrill and worked for Brown Bean Co. &nbsp;At that same time her special Marine friend, Carroll Phagan, came home on furlough after spending 18 months in the South Pacific. &nbsp;Within a short month of his arrival, they were married on July 18, 1944. &nbsp;Phyllis always said, "I knew Carroll for several years but never had a date with him." &nbsp;They dated through 63 years of marriage before he passed.In 1961, Carroll and Phyllis moved to North Platte because of his job. &nbsp;Phyllis worked for the Holiday Inn from opening day on June 15th until July 1994. &nbsp;She retired and volunteered for R.S.V.P. &nbsp;She loved playing cards and spent many hours piecing and hand quilting quilts for her children and grandchildren.Phyllis and Carroll were members of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and belonged to the Lake Maloney Golf Course Association. &nbsp;They were active in the transition of sand greens to grass greens on the front nine.Along with her beloved husband, Carroll, Phyllis was preceded in death by their infant son, Phillip; her parents, Gilbert and Elizabeth Wagner; parents-in-law, Carl and Grace Phagan; sisters, Eileen Beck and Donna Brazda; and son-in-law, Don Scott.She is survived by her sons, Dale (Paula) Phagan of Corrales, NM, and Matt (Linda) Phagan of North Platte; daughters, Sally Scott of Camano Island, WA, and Julie (Ed) Peldo of Ft. Smith, AR; grandchildren: Kirsten (Tony), Mindy, Marisa (Sam), Samie, Jessica (Clarence) and Eric (Julie); great-grandchildren: Alexis, Braylon, Blake, William, Grace, Peightan and Sherry; brother-in-law, Bob (Ellen) Phagan; and other family.Services will be held on Tuesday, July 9. 

Rosary service begins at 9 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with Celebrant Father Sagar. Inurnment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Holy Spirit Catholic Church or Goodfellow Shoe Fund. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Phyllis Phagan (1925-2023)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce Bernice (Williams) Stupka passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Western Prairie Care Home in Ulysses, Kansas. &nbsp;At the age of 92. She was born November 21, 1931 to Forest F. Williams and Martha Schilke Boyd Williams. She was born on the Family farm just east of Trenton, Nebraska.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce was the youngest of a blended family with eight half-siblings and one brother.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce married William Stupka in 1953 and from this union, two children were born, Cynthia (Stupka)Burton and Roger Stupka.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce spent most of her adult life living in McCook Nebraska, where she worked for the soil conservation service for 38 years.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce volunteered at McCook Humane Society for many, many years and was a cat lover .

&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce enjoyed reading, playing her organ, and following the lives of her three grandchildren and their families; Will and Skyler, Charlotte, William and Harry Burton; Dustin and Kelsy, Aidy Burton; Callie (Burton)and Ryan , Daisy Fletcher.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce was a fifth generation Lutheran and considered it her legacy to share her faith in God with her family.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce is proceeded in death by her parents; eight half-siblings: Thurman “Slim” Boyd, Thelma “Tommy” Boyd, Nathan Boyd, Robert “Bobby” Boyd, Wayne “Hoot” Williams, Harold “Skinny” Williams, Lois Williams, Mildred Williams Magorian (Sis), her brother, Curtis Williams; as well as many dear friends.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce is survived by her son, Roger Stupka of McCook and her daughter, Cynthia (Stupka) Burton and son-in-law, Ray Burton of Ulysses, Kansas; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00PM on Monday afternoon, June 24, 2024 at Peace Lutheran Church in McCook with Pastor Brad Rick officiating. &nbsp;Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook will follow services. &nbsp;No formal visitation is scheduled; viewing will take place at the church prior to services.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce Bernice (Williams) Stupka passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Western Prairie Care Home in Ulysses, Kansas. &nbsp;At the age of 92. She was born November 21, 1931 to Forest F. Williams and Martha Schilke Boyd Williams. She was born on the Family farm just east of Trenton, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce was the youngest of a blended family with eight half-siblings and one brother.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce married William Stupka in 1953 and from this union, two children were born, Cynthia (Stupka)Burton and Roger Stupka.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce spent most of her adult life living in McCook Nebraska, where she worked for the soil conservation service for 38 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce volunteered at McCook Humane Society for many, many years and was a cat lover .&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce enjoyed reading, playing her organ, and following the lives of her three grandchildren and their families; Will and Skyler, Charlotte, William and Harry Burton; Dustin and Kelsy, Aidy Burton; Callie (Burton)and Ryan , Daisy Fletcher.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce was a fifth generation Lutheran and considered it her legacy to share her faith in God with her family.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joyce is proceeded in death by her parents; eight half-siblings: Thurman “Slim” Boyd, Thelma “Tommy” Boyd, Nathan Boyd, Robert “Bobby” Boyd, Wayne “Hoot” Williams, Harold “Skinny” Williams, Lois Williams, Mildred Williams Magorian (Sis), her brother, Curtis Williams; as well as many dear friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; Joyce is survived by her son, Roger Stupka of McCook and her daughter, Cynthia (Stupka) Burton and son-in-law, Ray Burton of Ulysses, Kansas; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00PM on Monday afternoon, June 24, 2024 at Peace Lutheran Church in McCook with Pastor Brad Rick officiating. &nbsp;Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook will follow services. &nbsp;No formal visitation is scheduled; viewing will take place at the church prior to services.

Joyce Stupka (1931-2024)

Donnabeth Ferebee Ferrel was born June 25, 1924, to Ora and Ivy Ferebee in Nelson, Nebraska of Nuckolls County. As a young girl her family moved to a dry land farm located on the south divide of Champion Valley. She attended grades 1-8 at Champion then graduated high school in Imperial, NE in 1941.

While working as a waitress at the Sale Barn Café, she became acquainted with a handsome young cowboy by the name of Lowell Ferrel.

Lowell and Donnabeth were married on New Year’s Day 1941 at 0:01 o’clock and made their first home on the farm 4 1/2 miles south of Highway 6, south of Lamar, Nebraska. While living here and ranching with his dad, Lowell was called to serve his country in World War II.

Born in 1942 was daughter Vicky Lynn. Later, brothers Ora and JayDee joined the family.

In 1960, Lowell and Donnabeth moved from the farm/ranch, into the city of Imperial. Here was where Lowell built a horse training facility known as Ferrel’s Western Training. Shortly thereafter Donnabeth opened a western clothing store, known as “Ferrel’s Western T’s” (Training, Togs &amp; Turquoise)

Donnabeth’s favorite hobbies were animals, quilting, and traveling. Donnabeth could be referred to as a “Happy World Traveler!” She enjoyed traveling with Lowell, showing and judging horse shows. Traveling throughout the United States, she and Lowell were members of Rotary International and represented the City of Imperial as well as Chase County wherever they went.

Donnabeth along with daughter Vicky Lynn got the opportunity to travel to the Holy Land with the Methodist Church family, which was a very rewarding experience.

Survivors include: daughter Vicky Lynn (Jim) Brown of Lamar, NE, son Lowell Ora (Jenny) Ferrel or Sterling CO; grandchildren Troy Brown (friend) Rosa of Ogallala, NE, Toby Brown (Dannielle) of St. Joseph, MO their sons Atticus and Sullivan; Thomas Ferrel (Carol) children Gillian and Sean of Shawnee, KS; great grand-daughter Audry (Josiah) Gilliland and daughters Wren, Joliene, and Margot Jayne of Pleasant Hill, MO.

She is preceded in death by husband Lowell, her parents, brothers Don, Frank, and Bud, her son Jay Dee and great grandson Connor James Brown.

Visitation will be held Friday, June 21 2024, from 4:00-6:00PM at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, NE. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:30AM at the Imperial Methodist Church with Reverend Brian Loy officiating, interment to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Memorial contributions made to Imperial Senor Center, the Imperial Manor, or Imperial Methodist Church Bell Choir.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.liewerfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Donnabeth Ferebee Ferrel was born June 25, 1924, to Ora and Ivy Ferebee in Nelson, Nebraska of Nuckolls County. As a young girl her family moved to a dry land farm located on the south divide of Champion Valley. She attended grades 1-8 at Champion then graduated high school in Imperial, NE in 1941.While working as a waitress at the Sale Barn Café, she became acquainted with a handsome young cowboy by the name of Lowell Ferrel.Lowell and Donnabeth were married on New Year’s Day 1941 at 0:01 o’clock and made their first home on the farm 4 1/2 miles south of Highway 6, south of Lamar, Nebraska. While living here and ranching with his dad, Lowell was called to serve his country in World War II.Born in 1942 was daughter Vicky Lynn. Later, brothers Ora and JayDee joined the family.In 1960, Lowell and Donnabeth moved from the farm/ranch, into the city of Imperial. Here was where Lowell built a horse training facility known as Ferrel’s Western Training. Shortly thereafter Donnabeth opened a western clothing store, known as “Ferrel’s Western T’s” (Training, Togs &amp; Turquoise)Donnabeth’s favorite hobbies were animals, quilting, and traveling. Donnabeth could be referred to as a “Happy World Traveler!” She enjoyed traveling with Lowell, showing and judging horse shows. Traveling throughout the United States, she and Lowell were members of Rotary International and represented the City of Imperial as well as Chase County wherever they went.Donnabeth along with daughter Vicky Lynn got the opportunity to travel to the Holy Land with the Methodist Church family, which was a very rewarding experience.Survivors include: daughter Vicky Lynn (Jim) Brown of Lamar, NE, son Lowell Ora (Jenny) Ferrel or Sterling CO; grandchildren Troy Brown (friend) Rosa of Ogallala, NE, Toby Brown (Dannielle) of St. Joseph, MO their sons Atticus and Sullivan; Thomas Ferrel (Carol) children Gillian and Sean of Shawnee, KS; great grand-daughter Audry (Josiah) Gilliland and daughters Wren, Joliene, and Margot Jayne of Pleasant Hill, MO.She is preceded in death by husband Lowell, her parents, brothers Don, Frank, and Bud, her son Jay Dee and great grandson Connor James Brown.Visitation will be held Friday, June 21 2024, from 4:00-6:00PM at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, NE. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:30AM at the Imperial Methodist Church with Reverend Brian Loy officiating, interment to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.Memorial contributions made to Imperial Senor Center, the Imperial Manor, or Imperial Methodist Church Bell Choir.Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.liewerfuneralhome.com

Donnabeth Ferrel (1924-2024)

Lisa Marie Brouillette, 45, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at her home. &nbsp;She was born on August 23, 1978 in North Platte the daughter of Michael “Mike” and Jacqueline “Jackie” (Shannon) Brouillette. &nbsp;

Lisa graduated from North Platte high school in 1998. &nbsp;She worked for several years as a cashier in food service at various places in the North Platte area. &nbsp;Lisa never knew a stranger and was kind and friendly to everyone. &nbsp;She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Left to cherish her memory are her mom and dad, Mike and Jackie Brouillette; her fiancée and his children, Glenn Johnson, Honey and Jen; brother, Guy Brouillette of North Platte; sisters, Heather (Preston) Parrett of Maxwell, and Shelly Brouillette of North Platte; nieces, Shady and KiJana Brouillette, and Rylee Ray Parrett; great niece, DayLynn; great nephew, Ronen; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. &nbsp;She is also remembered by her beloved cats “Kookie” and “Skittles”.

A Celebration of Lisa’s Life will be Friday, August 23rd, 2024 at 424 Sandpiper Way, North Platte. This will be an informal celebration at the lake, bring lifejackets for anyone under 12. Food will be served. If anyone would like to bring side dishes, they would be welcome.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Lisa Marie Brouillette, 45, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at her home. &nbsp;She was born on August 23, 1978 in North Platte the daughter of Michael “Mike” and Jacqueline “Jackie” (Shannon) Brouillette. &nbsp;Lisa graduated from North Platte high school in 1998. &nbsp;She worked for several years as a cashier in food service at various places in the North Platte area. &nbsp;Lisa never knew a stranger and was kind and friendly to everyone. &nbsp;She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.Left to cherish her memory are her mom and dad, Mike and Jackie Brouillette; her fiancée and his children, Glenn Johnson, Honey and Jen; brother, Guy Brouillette of North Platte; sisters, Heather (Preston) Parrett of Maxwell, and Shelly Brouillette of North Platte; nieces, Shady and KiJana Brouillette, and Rylee Ray Parrett; great niece, DayLynn; great nephew, Ronen; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. &nbsp;She is also remembered by her beloved cats “Kookie” and “Skittles”.A Celebration of Lisa’s Life will be Friday, August 23rd, 2024 at 424 Sandpiper Way, North Platte. This will be an informal celebration at the lake, bring lifejackets for anyone under 12. Food will be served. If anyone would like to bring side dishes, they would be welcome.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

Lisa Marie Brouillette (1978-2024)

Robert William Lorentzen, 62, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln. &nbsp;He was born on November 11, 1961 in Omaha, NE the son of Robert Stewart and Gloria (Kallhoff) Lorentzen.

Robert graduated from North Platte High School class of 1980, and then attended Wyoming Technical Institute in WY for a year. &nbsp;He then graduated from the Colorado Institute of Technology in Denver with a degree in computer science. &nbsp;He worked for Data Tix and then Ticket Master as a computer specialist. &nbsp;After moving back to North Platte, he attended Mid-Plains Community College graduating with an associate of science electrician degree. &nbsp;He then went on to work for the Union Pacific Railroad as an electrician. &nbsp;Rob loved playing pool and was an active member of the Eagles Club where he played in several pool leagues. &nbsp;He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching NASCAR. &nbsp;Rob was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte. &nbsp;He always enjoyed family get togethers on the 4th of July and his beloved cat “Tiny”.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Gloria Lorentzen of North Platte; sisters, Lynn (Jeff) McCammon of North Platte, and Bev (Lonnie) Cerny of Lincoln; brother, Randy (Kathy) Kaster of Omaha; nieces and nephews, Dan (Connie) Baker, Kristy (Nick) Bryant, Danielle (Matt) Cook, Courtney (Alex) Kaster, Miranda (Nicholas) Akins, Max Kaster, John Cerny; great nieces and great nephews, Dylan, Gracelynn, Taylor, Gavin, Gia, Parker, Brooks, Vienna, and Violet.&nbsp;

He was predeceased by his father, and niece, Tara Rogers.

Memorial services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. &nbsp;The memorial book will be available to sign from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.

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 </figure>Robert William Lorentzen, 62, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln. &nbsp;He was born on November 11, 1961 in Omaha, NE the son of Robert Stewart and Gloria (Kallhoff) Lorentzen.Robert graduated from North Platte High School class of 1980, and then attended Wyoming Technical Institute in WY for a year. &nbsp;He then graduated from the Colorado Institute of Technology in Denver with a degree in computer science. &nbsp;He worked for Data Tix and then Ticket Master as a computer specialist. &nbsp;After moving back to North Platte, he attended Mid-Plains Community College graduating with an associate of science electrician degree. &nbsp;He then went on to work for the Union Pacific Railroad as an electrician. &nbsp;Rob loved playing pool and was an active member of the Eagles Club where he played in several pool leagues. &nbsp;He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching NASCAR. &nbsp;Rob was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte. &nbsp;He always enjoyed family get togethers on the 4th of July and his beloved cat “Tiny”.Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Gloria Lorentzen of North Platte; sisters, Lynn (Jeff) McCammon of North Platte, and Bev (Lonnie) Cerny of Lincoln; brother, Randy (Kathy) Kaster of Omaha; nieces and nephews, Dan (Connie) Baker, Kristy (Nick) Bryant, Danielle (Matt) Cook, Courtney (Alex) Kaster, Miranda (Nicholas) Akins, Max Kaster, John Cerny; great nieces and great nephews, Dylan, Gracelynn, Taylor, Gavin, Gia, Parker, Brooks, Vienna, and Violet.&nbsp;He was predeceased by his father, and niece, Tara Rogers.Memorial services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. &nbsp;The memorial book will be available to sign from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.

Robert William Lorentzen (1961-2024)

Shirley Marie Rhiley, 71, of Ogallala, passed away on June 8, 2024, at Kearney Regional Medical Center.

Shirley (Reynolds) Rhiley was born on September 2, 1952, in Benkelman, NE to Ralph and Maxine Reynolds of Grant. She was the second of four children. The family moved to Grant during her elementary school years. Shirley graduated from Grant High School with the class of 1970. Following graduation, she went to college in Grand Island and studied Business Administration. After graduation in 1972, Shirley went to work for Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala where she worked for more than 30 years.

On August 11, 1979, Shirley married Robert Rhiley of Ogallala. They had 2 children: a boy and a girl. Shirley enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and traveling with her husband. She loved to shop, buying plenty of toys and clothes for her grandkids. She was proud of Nik and Megan and the accomplishments they made in their lives.

Shirley is survived by her husband Robert of Ogallala; children Nik (Sonya) Rhiley, Megan (Corey) Ledbetter; grandchildren Ty and Mya (Nik), Paislee, Addison, and Harper (Megan), all of Kearney, as well as her brother Duane Reynolds of Bethune, CO.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Ralph (Maxine) Reynolds, and two brothers, Eldon and Jerry Reynolds.

Cremation was chosen and a Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 P.M. on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the Fairview Cemetery in Grant with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Online Condolences may be left at www.prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718982920328.jpeg" alt="Shirley Rhiley" />
 <figcaption>Shirley Rhiley</figcaption>
 </figure>Shirley Marie Rhiley, 71, of Ogallala, passed away on June 8, 2024, at Kearney Regional Medical Center.Shirley (Reynolds) Rhiley was born on September 2, 1952, in Benkelman, NE to Ralph and Maxine Reynolds of Grant. She was the second of four children. The family moved to Grant during her elementary school years. Shirley graduated from Grant High School with the class of 1970. Following graduation, she went to college in Grand Island and studied Business Administration. After graduation in 1972, Shirley went to work for Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala where she worked for more than 30 years.On August 11, 1979, Shirley married Robert Rhiley of Ogallala. They had 2 children: a boy and a girl. Shirley enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and traveling with her husband. She loved to shop, buying plenty of toys and clothes for her grandkids. She was proud of Nik and Megan and the accomplishments they made in their lives.Shirley is survived by her husband Robert of Ogallala; children Nik (Sonya) Rhiley, Megan (Corey) Ledbetter; grandchildren Ty and Mya (Nik), Paislee, Addison, and Harper (Megan), all of Kearney, as well as her brother Duane Reynolds of Bethune, CO.Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Ralph (Maxine) Reynolds, and two brothers, Eldon and Jerry Reynolds.Cremation was chosen and a Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 P.M. on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the Fairview Cemetery in Grant with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Online Condolences may be left at www.prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.

Shirley Rhiley (1952-2024)

Timothy Wade Cazzell, 68, of North Platte, passed away June 9, 2024 at Great Plains Health.

Timothy was born May 29, 1956 in Columbus, Indiana. &nbsp;He had a rough childhood but grew up to be a very sweet and loving man. &nbsp;Timothy was a wonderful husband and friend. &nbsp;He embraced Messianic Judaism.

Timothy is survived by his wife, Sissy; brothers and step-brothers.

Cremation was chosen and private family services will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1719870171873.jpeg" alt="Timothy Cazzell" />
 <figcaption>Timothy Cazzell</figcaption>
 </figure>Timothy Wade Cazzell, 68, of North Platte, passed away June 9, 2024 at Great Plains Health.Timothy was born May 29, 1956 in Columbus, Indiana. &nbsp;He had a rough childhood but grew up to be a very sweet and loving man. &nbsp;Timothy was a wonderful husband and friend. &nbsp;He embraced Messianic Judaism.Timothy is survived by his wife, Sissy; brothers and step-brothers.Cremation was chosen and private family services will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Timothy Wade Cazzell (1956-2024)

Timothy W. Brown of Cozad passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at Cozad Community Hospital at the age of 62. Tim was born November 4, 1964 at Maxwell, Nebraska to Earl and Francis (Majors) Brown. He grew up on a dairy farm. His family eventually moved to Farnam, Nebraska. Tim married Tammy Page on November 28, 1981 in Farnam. Tammy was his soulmate, they were married for 42 years. Tim worked at Parker-Hannifin, several mechanic shops and in 1998, for the Railroad. He enjoyed hunting and being in the outdoors. Tim would’ve given anyone the shirt off of his back, always put others needs above his own. He was extremely helpful to his mother in law. He was mechanically minded and could fix anything.

Survivors include his wife Tammy; children, Sara Brown of WV, Nicole Brown of Kearney and Ryan Brown of WV; brothers, Howard (Patty) Brown of Sidney, Joe (Martha) Brown of La Vista.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Iva Imler and sister in law, Ruth Brown.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 21, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joe Sukraw officiating. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, Eustis. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718833479515.jpeg" alt="Tim Brown" />
 <figcaption>Tim Brown</figcaption>
 </figure>Timothy W. Brown of Cozad passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at Cozad Community Hospital at the age of 62. Tim was born November 4, 1964 at Maxwell, Nebraska to Earl and Francis (Majors) Brown. He grew up on a dairy farm. His family eventually moved to Farnam, Nebraska. Tim married Tammy Page on November 28, 1981 in Farnam. Tammy was his soulmate, they were married for 42 years. Tim worked at Parker-Hannifin, several mechanic shops and in 1998, for the Railroad. He enjoyed hunting and being in the outdoors. Tim would’ve given anyone the shirt off of his back, always put others needs above his own. He was extremely helpful to his mother in law. He was mechanically minded and could fix anything.Survivors include his wife Tammy; children, Sara Brown of WV, Nicole Brown of Kearney and Ryan Brown of WV; brothers, Howard (Patty) Brown of Sidney, Joe (Martha) Brown of La Vista.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Iva Imler and sister in law, Ruth Brown.Funeral services will be held Friday, June 21, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joe Sukraw officiating. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery, Eustis. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

Timothy W. Brown (1961-2024)

Virginia L. Mahr, 96, of Sidney, NE passed away at her home on Monday, June 17, 2024. &nbsp;

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide with Pastor Neil Carlson officiating. Burial will be at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp;

Services will be streamed live and available to watch later on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals). &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are designated to Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide.

Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfuneral.com.&nbsp;

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Chappell is serving the Mahr family.

Virginia L. Mahr was born on July 16, 1927 at her home near Helvey, Nebraska to Christian and Emma (Schilke) Milius. She was the third child,&nbsp; having older brothers Orville and Daryl and younger sister Carol. She attended country school near Helvey until the family moved to Omaha. Virginia graduated from Omaha Tech High School. Upon graduation, she worked at Harry’s Electric.

She met her future husband, Albert, at a Farmers’ Union Convention in Omaha. They were married on May 1, 1949 and lived on the family farm southwest of Sidney. She enjoyed living and working on the farm and continued to live there after Albert’s death in 1985.

To this union four daughters and one son were born. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Albert, brothers Orville and Daryl, sister Carol, sisters-in law Louise and Jeanice and brother-in-law Jerry.

Survivors are her children Mary and Loren Koch of Gothenburg, Steve and Donna Mahr of Sidney, Kate and Steve Morgan of Ogallala, Chris and Charles Baluska of Kimball and Brenda and Glenn Johnson of Sidney. She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren and twenty-four great grandchildren.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718833063012.jpeg" alt="Virginia Mahr" />
 <figcaption>Virginia Mahr</figcaption>
 </figure>Virginia L. Mahr, 96, of Sidney, NE passed away at her home on Monday, June 17, 2024. &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide with Pastor Neil Carlson officiating. Burial will be at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp;Services will be streamed live and available to watch later on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals). &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are designated to Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide.Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfuneral.com.&nbsp;Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Chappell is serving the Mahr family.Virginia L. Mahr was born on July 16, 1927 at her home near Helvey, Nebraska to Christian and Emma (Schilke) Milius. She was the third child,&nbsp; having older brothers Orville and Daryl and younger sister Carol. She attended country school near Helvey until the family moved to Omaha. Virginia graduated from Omaha Tech High School. Upon graduation, she worked at Harry’s Electric.She met her future husband, Albert, at a Farmers’ Union Convention in Omaha. They were married on May 1, 1949 and lived on the family farm southwest of Sidney. She enjoyed living and working on the farm and continued to live there after Albert’s death in 1985.To this union four daughters and one son were born. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Albert, brothers Orville and Daryl, sister Carol, sisters-in law Louise and Jeanice and brother-in-law Jerry.Survivors are her children Mary and Loren Koch of Gothenburg, Steve and Donna Mahr of Sidney, Kate and Steve Morgan of Ogallala, Chris and Charles Baluska of Kimball and Brenda and Glenn Johnson of Sidney. She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren and twenty-four great grandchildren.

Virginia Mahr (1927-2024)

William Albin “Bill” McGahan, 58, of Spicewood, Texas, passed away at his home on February 3, 2024, after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. Bill was born January 8, 1966 to William and Marilyn McGahan in Kearney, Nebraska. The family relocated to North Platte, Nebraska, when he was six months old. Bill was the first of five children, and by all accounts, a brilliant thinker and a talented musician.

Bill attended North Platte St. Patrick’s High School, graduating in 1984. From age thirteen he spent summers working alongside his Granddad McGahan on the family farm near Elsie, Nebraska, doubtlessly contributing to his strong work ethic. He excelled academically, earning a National Merit Scholarship and a Regents Scholarship to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) where he studied Electrical Engineering and Physics. In addition to classes and working in the lab, he managed to find the time to pursue his interest in music, studying classical piano and playing in several local rock bands.&nbsp;

In 1994, Bill earned a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UNL and began his career at the J.A. Woollam Company, working with his mentor, John Woollam. Bill’s research contributions in the field of spectroscopic ellipsometry were highly regarded. In 1995, Bill joined Nanometrics, Inc. in San Jose, California, where he worked in advanced technology research and development for over 25 years. In 2020, Bill transitioned to KLA Corporation, continuing his work in advanced technology, where he made a significant impact. His expertise led to numerous patents and global recognition.

Growing up in Nebraska, Bill developed a love of hunting and fishing, and it was not surprising to find fish, pheasants, or frogs in the kitchen sink. He later shared his love of the outdoors with his children, Catherine (Katie), William (Will) and Henry. Their home was full of music and Bill was always ready to jam with fellow musicians.

While at Nanometrics, Bill met Janet Taylor, and they were married October 17, 2020. They lived on their dream property in the Texas hill country, where Bill shared many games of pool, hunting, and target practice with his boys.

Bill was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Katie. He is survived by his wife, Janet, sons Will and Henry, parents Bill and Marilyn McGahan of North Platte, Nebraska, siblings Eileen (Steve) Honors, Kathy (Don) Tellis, Kevin (Erika), and Chris (Julie), and many nephews, nieces, and friends.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date in both Texas and Nebraska. In honor of his memory, contributions may be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 or &nbsp;https://gifts.mdanderson.org/ (Direct to: Dr. Karp's Handbook of Targeted Therapy #6008508011478319) and to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment Trust.

Bill’s kindness, intelligence, and love for life will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy lives on through his family, his contributions to the scientific field, and the beautiful memories he leaves behind.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718832628381.jpeg" alt="Bill McGahan" />
 <figcaption>Bill McGahan</figcaption>
 </figure>William Albin “Bill” McGahan, 58, of Spicewood, Texas, passed away at his home on February 3, 2024, after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. Bill was born January 8, 1966 to William and Marilyn McGahan in Kearney, Nebraska. The family relocated to North Platte, Nebraska, when he was six months old. Bill was the first of five children, and by all accounts, a brilliant thinker and a talented musician.Bill attended North Platte St. Patrick’s High School, graduating in 1984. From age thirteen he spent summers working alongside his Granddad McGahan on the family farm near Elsie, Nebraska, doubtlessly contributing to his strong work ethic. He excelled academically, earning a National Merit Scholarship and a Regents Scholarship to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) where he studied Electrical Engineering and Physics. In addition to classes and working in the lab, he managed to find the time to pursue his interest in music, studying classical piano and playing in several local rock bands.&nbsp;In 1994, Bill earned a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UNL and began his career at the J.A. Woollam Company, working with his mentor, John Woollam. Bill’s research contributions in the field of spectroscopic ellipsometry were highly regarded. In 1995, Bill joined Nanometrics, Inc. in San Jose, California, where he worked in advanced technology research and development for over 25 years. In 2020, Bill transitioned to KLA Corporation, continuing his work in advanced technology, where he made a significant impact. His expertise led to numerous patents and global recognition.Growing up in Nebraska, Bill developed a love of hunting and fishing, and it was not surprising to find fish, pheasants, or frogs in the kitchen sink. He later shared his love of the outdoors with his children, Catherine (Katie), William (Will) and Henry. Their home was full of music and Bill was always ready to jam with fellow musicians.While at Nanometrics, Bill met Janet Taylor, and they were married October 17, 2020. They lived on their dream property in the Texas hill country, where Bill shared many games of pool, hunting, and target practice with his boys.Bill was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Katie. He is survived by his wife, Janet, sons Will and Henry, parents Bill and Marilyn McGahan of North Platte, Nebraska, siblings Eileen (Steve) Honors, Kathy (Don) Tellis, Kevin (Erika), and Chris (Julie), and many nephews, nieces, and friends.A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date in both Texas and Nebraska. In honor of his memory, contributions may be made to MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 or &nbsp;https://gifts.mdanderson.org/ (Direct to: Dr. Karp's Handbook of Targeted Therapy #6008508011478319) and to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment Trust.Bill’s kindness, intelligence, and love for life will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy lives on through his family, his contributions to the scientific field, and the beautiful memories he leaves behind.

William "Bill" Albin McGahan (1966-2024)

Dana Renae Howell, 64, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Linden Court after many years battle with multiple sclerosis. &nbsp;She was born on September 4, 1959 in North Platte, NE the daughter of Danny and Willa (Hall) Booth. &nbsp;

Dana graduated from North Platte High School in 1977 and attended Kearney State for 1 year. &nbsp;For most of her career she worked as a bookkeeper. &nbsp;On September 14, 1996, she was united in marriage to Layne L. Howell at Lake Maloney in North Platte. &nbsp;She enjoyed living at the lake, water skiing and boating, as well as her corvette sports car.

Left to cherish her memory are her mother and stepfather, Willa and Lowell Fenster of North Platte; stepbrother, Bob (Stephanie) Fenster of Omaha; cousins, Lori Boyle of Boise, ID, Mary Jo (Troy) Smith of Portland, OR, Teri VanCleave of Lincoln, and Steve Boyle of Omaha.

She was predeceased by her husband, Layne; and father, Danny Booth.

Memorial services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Emily McCreery officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Fort McPherson National VA Cemetery, near Maxwell. &nbsp;The memorial book will be available to sign on Thursday, June 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718810277456.jpeg" alt="Dana Howell" />
 <figcaption>Dana Howell</figcaption>
 </figure>Dana Renae Howell, 64, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Linden Court after many years battle with multiple sclerosis. &nbsp;She was born on September 4, 1959 in North Platte, NE the daughter of Danny and Willa (Hall) Booth. &nbsp;Dana graduated from North Platte High School in 1977 and attended Kearney State for 1 year. &nbsp;For most of her career she worked as a bookkeeper. &nbsp;On September 14, 1996, she was united in marriage to Layne L. Howell at Lake Maloney in North Platte. &nbsp;She enjoyed living at the lake, water skiing and boating, as well as her corvette sports car.Left to cherish her memory are her mother and stepfather, Willa and Lowell Fenster of North Platte; stepbrother, Bob (Stephanie) Fenster of Omaha; cousins, Lori Boyle of Boise, ID, Mary Jo (Troy) Smith of Portland, OR, Teri VanCleave of Lincoln, and Steve Boyle of Omaha.She was predeceased by her husband, Layne; and father, Danny Booth.Memorial services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Emily McCreery officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Fort McPherson National VA Cemetery, near Maxwell. &nbsp;The memorial book will be available to sign on Thursday, June 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church.

Dana Howell (1959-2024)

Gene L. Johnston, 76, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at his home surrounded by his wife and son. &nbsp;He was born on June 30, 1947 in North Platte, NE the son of Clyde F. and Mary Maxine (Oberg) Johnston. &nbsp;

Gene attended St. Patrick’s Catholic High School in North Platte. &nbsp;He was married to Angeles Hernandez in 1978 and together they had four children. &nbsp;Gene worked as an owner and project manager for twenty years with Oxbow Construction, LLC. &nbsp;His true love was being a cowboy, and he enjoyed participating in rodeo events. &nbsp;Gene will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and friend.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Angeles; sons, Rowdy and Jesse; daughter, Hope; and a sister, Rita Johnston.

He was predeceased by his parents; son, Lee; and sister, Della Snyder.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Gene Johnston</figcaption>
 </figure>Gene L. Johnston, 76, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at his home surrounded by his wife and son. &nbsp;He was born on June 30, 1947 in North Platte, NE the son of Clyde F. and Mary Maxine (Oberg) Johnston. &nbsp;Gene attended St. Patrick’s Catholic High School in North Platte. &nbsp;He was married to Angeles Hernandez in 1978 and together they had four children. &nbsp;Gene worked as an owner and project manager for twenty years with Oxbow Construction, LLC. &nbsp;His true love was being a cowboy, and he enjoyed participating in rodeo events. &nbsp;Gene will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and friend.Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Angeles; sons, Rowdy and Jesse; daughter, Hope; and a sister, Rita Johnston.He was predeceased by his parents; son, Lee; and sister, Della Snyder.A private graveside service will be held at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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