Carolyn G. (Jensen) Ostrand, of rural Mason City, passed peacefully from this life on January 17, 2022, at Quality Senior Village in Broken Bow, NE.

Carolyn was born March 9, 1935, at the family home south of Mason City, NE. She was the sixth child born to Ed and Gladys (Olsen) Jensen. Carolyn attended school at the Beechville rural school and finished elementary school at Basin Dist. 37, Mason City High School, graduating with the class of 1952, and Kearney State Normal Training where she received her teaching certificate in 1953. She taught one year at Union Hill, Dist. 146, south of Mason City, and two years at Flatbottom Rural School south of Ansley, NE, where she met her future husband, Bennie Rex Ostrand.

Carolyn married Bennie Rex on June 18, 1955, at the Zion Lutheran Church south of Mason City, NE. They made their home in the Flatbottom area for more than 55 years where they farmed &amp; ranched the Ostrand homestead property until poor health would not allow.

Faith, family, music, and her kitchen were Carolyn’s great loves. She was well known for her amazing meals – especially the delicious pies and rolls. The aroma of baking breads and sounds of the Gaithers coming from her kitchen drew many a guest and family member in where they found a place waiting at the table. Her six children were the recipients of the majority of her time and attention, whether it was attending their sporting events, music concerts, 4-H meetings and competitions, church sponsored activities, or gathering with neighborhood children. Her faith and the gift of salvation were of vital importance to her. &nbsp;Passing that faith along to their children was her life mission. She was an active member of Mt. Zion Sunday School and Burr Oak Church. Other organizations in which she was involved were Ladies Aide, Willing Workers Club, and FFA Mothers and Wives group to name a few. She was very adamant about community involvement and was key in helping begin the “Literary Program” which gathered the Flatbottom and surrounding area to the one room schoolhouse for a night of fun, fellowship, and food throughout the winter months. She helped to organize and write many of the Mason City Homecoming programs that brought that community and the surrounding area together once each summer. Their home was always a place for one more, including missionaries, VBS teachers, or a rural schoolteacher needing housing. One never saw Carolyn without her beloved “teammate”, Bennie Rex, until his passing on January 22, 2011.

Those left to celebrate her life include her children, Neil (Julie) Ostrand, and Kathy Ostrand of Mason City, Karen (Dan) Saathoff of Miller, Ann (Marlin) Slingsby of Kearney, Karla (Randy) Bauer of Pleasanton, Carl (Tonya) Ostrand of Grand Island; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, who lovingly called her Granny, many extended relatives, friends, and neighbors including the caring individuals of Aseracare Hospice of Kearney and Quality Senior Village of Broken Bow.

She was preceded in death by her husband Bennie Rex, parents, brothers, Ramon, Harlan, Rolan and Maynard Jensen, sister, Marian Rasmussen and brother-in-law, Don Rasmussen.

Funeral Service will be Monday, January 24, 2022, at 2:30 pm at the Homeward Trail Bible Camp Chapel with Rev. Paul Olson officiating. Burial will be at 1:00 pm in the Basin Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Homeward Trail Bible Camp or E Free Pre-school Little Lights. A visitation will take place on Sunday, January 23rd&nbsp;from 1:00 to 5:00 pm with family greeting 3:00 5o 5:00 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>.

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 </figure>Carolyn G. (Jensen) Ostrand, of rural Mason City, passed peacefully from this life on January 17, 2022, at Quality Senior Village in Broken Bow, NE.Carolyn was born March 9, 1935, at the family home south of Mason City, NE. She was the sixth child born to Ed and Gladys (Olsen) Jensen. Carolyn attended school at the Beechville rural school and finished elementary school at Basin Dist. 37, Mason City High School, graduating with the class of 1952, and Kearney State Normal Training where she received her teaching certificate in 1953. She taught one year at Union Hill, Dist. 146, south of Mason City, and two years at Flatbottom Rural School south of Ansley, NE, where she met her future husband, Bennie Rex Ostrand.Carolyn married Bennie Rex on June 18, 1955, at the Zion Lutheran Church south of Mason City, NE. They made their home in the Flatbottom area for more than 55 years where they farmed &amp; ranched the Ostrand homestead property until poor health would not allow.Faith, family, music, and her kitchen were Carolyn’s great loves. She was well known for her amazing meals – especially the delicious pies and rolls. The aroma of baking breads and sounds of the Gaithers coming from her kitchen drew many a guest and family member in where they found a place waiting at the table. Her six children were the recipients of the majority of her time and attention, whether it was attending their sporting events, music concerts, 4-H meetings and competitions, church sponsored activities, or gathering with neighborhood children. Her faith and the gift of salvation were of vital importance to her. &nbsp;Passing that faith along to their children was her life mission. She was an active member of Mt. Zion Sunday School and Burr Oak Church. Other organizations in which she was involved were Ladies Aide, Willing Workers Club, and FFA Mothers and Wives group to name a few. She was very adamant about community involvement and was key in helping begin the “Literary Program” which gathered the Flatbottom and surrounding area to the one room schoolhouse for a night of fun, fellowship, and food throughout the winter months. She helped to organize and write many of the Mason City Homecoming programs that brought that community and the surrounding area together once each summer. Their home was always a place for one more, including missionaries, VBS teachers, or a rural schoolteacher needing housing. One never saw Carolyn without her beloved “teammate”, Bennie Rex, until his passing on January 22, 2011.Those left to celebrate her life include her children, Neil (Julie) Ostrand, and Kathy Ostrand of Mason City, Karen (Dan) Saathoff of Miller, Ann (Marlin) Slingsby of Kearney, Karla (Randy) Bauer of Pleasanton, Carl (Tonya) Ostrand of Grand Island; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, who lovingly called her Granny, many extended relatives, friends, and neighbors including the caring individuals of Aseracare Hospice of Kearney and Quality Senior Village of Broken Bow.She was preceded in death by her husband Bennie Rex, parents, brothers, Ramon, Harlan, Rolan and Maynard Jensen, sister, Marian Rasmussen and brother-in-law, Don Rasmussen.Funeral Service will be Monday, January 24, 2022, at 2:30 pm at the Homeward Trail Bible Camp Chapel with Rev. Paul Olson officiating. Burial will be at 1:00 pm in the Basin Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Homeward Trail Bible Camp or E Free Pre-school Little Lights. A visitation will take place on Sunday, January 23rd&nbsp;from 1:00 to 5:00 pm with family greeting 3:00 5o 5:00 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>.

Carolyn G. Ostrand (1935-2022)

Patricia Ann Birt of Elwood passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Lexington Regional Health Center at the age of 79.

Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be held Monday, January 24, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church in Cozad. The service will be live streamed via Berryman Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will follow at Elwood Cemetery. Visitation with family present will be Sunday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Patricia Ann Birt of Elwood passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Lexington Regional Health Center at the age of 79.Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be held Monday, January 24, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church in Cozad. The service will be live streamed via Berryman Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will follow at Elwood Cemetery. Visitation with family present will be Sunday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

Patricia Ann Birt (1942-2022)

Lela June Pyzer, 83, of North Platte, passed away January 19, 2022 at North Platte Care Center.&nbsp; She was born on June 26, 1938 to Elfert and Myrtle (Wing) Meyer in Sutherland.

Lela graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1956.&nbsp; She married Lowell E. “Pete” Pyzer on December 9, 1956 in North Platte and the couple lived in Tryon.&nbsp; Lela worked at St. Mary’s, Memorial, and later Great Plains Health from September 1975 to January 2006 as an EKG Tech.&nbsp; She owned the Longhorn Motel with husband Pete for many years.&nbsp; Lela had a hand in starting the EMT program at Tryon and was a member of the Tryon Fire and Rescue for over 30 years.&nbsp;

Lela enjoyed feeding and collecting birds, collecting angels and enjoyed bowling.&nbsp; She helped take meals to the elderly and watch those individuals in the community.&nbsp; She chased her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events and was a hardcore Raiders and Husker fan.&nbsp; Her faith was very important and she shared it with her family and friends.

Lela is survived by husband, Pete of North Platte; children, Lynn (Tina) Pyzer of North Platte, Layne (Marie) Pyzer of North Platte; daughter-in-law Judy Pyzer of North Platte; grandchildren, Jacob (Bekka White) Pyzer of Curtis, Brandi Pyzer of North Platte, McKenzie (Logan) Dowse of Curtis, Tel (Danneeka) Pyzer of North Platte, Amber (Mitch) Tatman of Stapleton; great grandchildren, Paxton, Madi, Miles, Hayden, Hudson, Hadlynn, Heaton, Abilene, Dalton, Raymond, Amelia; siblings, Phyllis (Phillip) Webster of North Platte, Linda Cooper of North Platte, Richard Meyer of Alliance; brother-in-law, Wesley Martin of North Platte; sisters-in-law, Joyce White, Rose Pyzer of California, Lila Stoddard of California; numerous other family members and many friends.

Lela was preceded in death by her parents, Elfert and Myrtle; son, Butch; daughter, Lauri Ann; siblings, Elfert Meyer, Frederick Meyer, Mary (Walter) Woodward, Donald Meyer, Carol (Neal) Olson, Lorna McCarter, Sherry Martin; in-laws, Gerald (Evelyn Daly) Pyzer, Leonard Pyzer, Loren Pyzer, Lavern Stoddard; infants Gayle and Ester Ann Pyzer.

Memorials are suggested to McPherson County Fire and Rescue.&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., Monday, January 24, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Shannon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held noon-6:00 P.M., with family present from 4:00-6:00 P.M., Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those unable to attend.

<figure>
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 </figure>Lela June Pyzer, 83, of North Platte, passed away January 19, 2022 at North Platte Care Center.&nbsp; She was born on June 26, 1938 to Elfert and Myrtle (Wing) Meyer in Sutherland.Lela graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1956.&nbsp; She married Lowell E. “Pete” Pyzer on December 9, 1956 in North Platte and the couple lived in Tryon.&nbsp; Lela worked at St. Mary’s, Memorial, and later Great Plains Health from September 1975 to January 2006 as an EKG Tech.&nbsp; She owned the Longhorn Motel with husband Pete for many years.&nbsp; Lela had a hand in starting the EMT program at Tryon and was a member of the Tryon Fire and Rescue for over 30 years.&nbsp;Lela enjoyed feeding and collecting birds, collecting angels and enjoyed bowling.&nbsp; She helped take meals to the elderly and watch those individuals in the community.&nbsp; She chased her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events and was a hardcore Raiders and Husker fan.&nbsp; Her faith was very important and she shared it with her family and friends.Lela is survived by husband, Pete of North Platte; children, Lynn (Tina) Pyzer of North Platte, Layne (Marie) Pyzer of North Platte; daughter-in-law Judy Pyzer of North Platte; grandchildren, Jacob (Bekka White) Pyzer of Curtis, Brandi Pyzer of North Platte, McKenzie (Logan) Dowse of Curtis, Tel (Danneeka) Pyzer of North Platte, Amber (Mitch) Tatman of Stapleton; great grandchildren, Paxton, Madi, Miles, Hayden, Hudson, Hadlynn, Heaton, Abilene, Dalton, Raymond, Amelia; siblings, Phyllis (Phillip) Webster of North Platte, Linda Cooper of North Platte, Richard Meyer of Alliance; brother-in-law, Wesley Martin of North Platte; sisters-in-law, Joyce White, Rose Pyzer of California, Lila Stoddard of California; numerous other family members and many friends.Lela was preceded in death by her parents, Elfert and Myrtle; son, Butch; daughter, Lauri Ann; siblings, Elfert Meyer, Frederick Meyer, Mary (Walter) Woodward, Donald Meyer, Carol (Neal) Olson, Lorna McCarter, Sherry Martin; in-laws, Gerald (Evelyn Daly) Pyzer, Leonard Pyzer, Loren Pyzer, Lavern Stoddard; infants Gayle and Ester Ann Pyzer.Memorials are suggested to McPherson County Fire and Rescue.&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., Monday, January 24, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Shannon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held noon-6:00 P.M., with family present from 4:00-6:00 P.M., Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those unable to attend.

Lela June Pyzer (1938-2022)

Joyce Maxine (Wilson) Wuehler Green, 89, of North Platte, NE, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at North Platte Care Center.

She was born on July 18, 1932 at Elm Creek, NE daughter of Virgil E. and Mildred M. (Franks) Wilson.

Joyce spent her childhood and early years growing up in the Elm Creek, NE area and attended Elm Creek High School. She married Harold Lee Wuehler in 1950, and farmed for eleven years northeast of Amhurst, NE until Harold’s untimely passing in 1962. In 1964, she married Bernard L. Green and moved to North Platte, NE. Following Bernard’s retirement from the railroad, they moved to a farm southwest of Hershey, NE, and then moved back to North Platte in 1994. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was predeceased by her parents, Virgil and Mildred; 1st husband, Harold Wuehler; 2nd husband, Bernard Green; granddaughter, Sarah Hernandez, grandson, Rudy Hernandez; step-son, Douglas Green; and brothers, Billy and Gerald Wilson.

She is survived by children, Carol A. (Leroy) Hernandez of Hershey, Richard L. (Micaela) Wuehler of North Platte, Michael R. Wuehler of North Platte, Steven H. Wuehler of North Platte, Allan R. Green of Madison, Gregory C. (Jan) Green of Omaha and Kevin M. (Joann) Green of Minatare; step-children, Larry B. (Lyne) Green of Grove, OK, Roger G. Green of FL; step-daughter-in-law, Charlene Green of Fayetteville, AR; grandchildren, Scott Hernandez, Tom and Patrick Wuehler, Troy Green; step-grandchildren, Kelly Pocock, Cindy Green, Amy Smith, Lee Green, Christopher Green, Roger Green, Jr., and Everett Green; brother, Wayne E. (Sheri) Wilson of Kearney; and numerous great-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. Burial will follow in LaMont Cemetery near Hershey. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 21st from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, who has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

<figure>
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 </figure>Joyce Maxine (Wilson) Wuehler Green, 89, of North Platte, NE, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at North Platte Care Center.She was born on July 18, 1932 at Elm Creek, NE daughter of Virgil E. and Mildred M. (Franks) Wilson.Joyce spent her childhood and early years growing up in the Elm Creek, NE area and attended Elm Creek High School. She married Harold Lee Wuehler in 1950, and farmed for eleven years northeast of Amhurst, NE until Harold’s untimely passing in 1962. In 1964, she married Bernard L. Green and moved to North Platte, NE. Following Bernard’s retirement from the railroad, they moved to a farm southwest of Hershey, NE, and then moved back to North Platte in 1994. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.She was predeceased by her parents, Virgil and Mildred; 1st husband, Harold Wuehler; 2nd husband, Bernard Green; granddaughter, Sarah Hernandez, grandson, Rudy Hernandez; step-son, Douglas Green; and brothers, Billy and Gerald Wilson.She is survived by children, Carol A. (Leroy) Hernandez of Hershey, Richard L. (Micaela) Wuehler of North Platte, Michael R. Wuehler of North Platte, Steven H. Wuehler of North Platte, Allan R. Green of Madison, Gregory C. (Jan) Green of Omaha and Kevin M. (Joann) Green of Minatare; step-children, Larry B. (Lyne) Green of Grove, OK, Roger G. Green of FL; step-daughter-in-law, Charlene Green of Fayetteville, AR; grandchildren, Scott Hernandez, Tom and Patrick Wuehler, Troy Green; step-grandchildren, Kelly Pocock, Cindy Green, Amy Smith, Lee Green, Christopher Green, Roger Green, Jr., and Everett Green; brother, Wayne E. (Sheri) Wilson of Kearney; and numerous great-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. Burial will follow in LaMont Cemetery near Hershey. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 21st from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, who has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Joyce Green (1932-2022)

Delmira Oatman, age 89, of Broken Bow, NE formerly of Ainsworth passed away January 13, 2022, at the Brookestone View in Broken Bow.

Memorial services will be Thursday, January 20, 2022, at 10:30 am the United Methodist Church in Broken Bow with Pastor Phil Sloat officiating. Inurnment will be at 3:00 pm in the Ainsworth Cemetery in Ainsworth, NE. Memorials are suggested to the Broken Bow United Methodist Church. A register book may be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com.

Delmira Irene Peterson was born March 7, 1932, the oldest child of Delmer and Rachel (Lux) Peterson.&nbsp; Her early years were spent south of Valentine on the Snake River, then later moving to the Bassett area, where she graduated from Rock County High School in 1949. Delmira met Dale Oatman while in high school. She was working at the Buechel ranch helping to feed the hay crew. Dale lived on the neighboring Moon Lake ranch. The couple was united in marriage on May 13, 1949, and moved to a ranch north of Basset where Dale worked for the Arrowsmith ranch. Born to this union is Dean Rollin Oatman, July 1, 1950, Dayle Enid Oatman Sanford, December 2, 1952, Donalee Ann Oatman Lamb, August 21, 1954, and Davey Michael Oatman, December 31, 1964. In the mid 1950's, they moved to Spokane, Washington where Dale worked in a lumber mill and for the railroad. Delmira worked for the telephone company. In 1958, they moved to Ainsworth. Two adults, three young children, a miniature dachshund and a trailer hitched to the back of the family car, through the mountains in March, Delmira was afraid of falling off of the road and kept telling Dale to move over until he offered to let her drive. Dale and Delmira provided temporary foster care to a number of children removed from their families.&nbsp; They lived 10 miles out of town and the local Child Protection Services felt that they were ideal as the families would not be able to locate their children. They were very active in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church, both became Lay Speakers and traveled to other churches to speak several times a year. They worked on the ranch and Delmira took a job in Ainsworth as a secretary in a law office. After the ranch was sold in 1979, they moved into Ainsworth where Delmira continued working as a paralegal in the Cassel Law office. Dale worked as a carpenter. In November 1986 the couple moved to Elkhorn, NE. Delmira worked as an accountant and then a paralegal for several firms over the years. She always seemed to follow her favorite lawyer, Ron Parsonage, from firm to firm. She continued to do some estate trust work even after she finally retired. She found it hard to retire and continued taking short term jobs when a firm need help to fill in. Dale and Delmira both worked for Habitat for Humanity for a number of years. Dale as the construction foreman and Delmira on the Board of Directors. In Elkhorn just about the first thing Dale and Delmira did was join the Elkhorn United Methodist Church. At that time, the church was meeting in a former bar in a strip mall. That soon changed and Dale was the head of the building committee to build the new church. He was also the construction foreman when the church built the education wing using volunteers from the congregation. Delmira was on most of the various church committees and was very active in the United Methodist Women. She attended the State church conference and the National United Methodist Women's conference. She taught high school Sunday School for several years.

Dale passed on July 2, 2001. In 2013, Delmira moved to Broken Bow. She became a member of the Broken Bow United Methodist Church. In 2018, Delmira moved to Brookestone View care home. She passed away on January 13, 2022.

Delmira is survived by her children Dean (Linda) Oatman of Trinidad, CO, Dayle (Roger) Stanford of Omaha, Donalee (Dave) Lamb of Anselmo, and Dave Oatman of Omaha, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two brothers, and a sister.

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 </figure>Delmira Oatman, age 89, of Broken Bow, NE formerly of Ainsworth passed away January 13, 2022, at the Brookestone View in Broken Bow.Memorial services will be Thursday, January 20, 2022, at 10:30 am the United Methodist Church in Broken Bow with Pastor Phil Sloat officiating. Inurnment will be at 3:00 pm in the Ainsworth Cemetery in Ainsworth, NE. Memorials are suggested to the Broken Bow United Methodist Church. A register book may be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com.Delmira Irene Peterson was born March 7, 1932, the oldest child of Delmer and Rachel (Lux) Peterson.&nbsp; Her early years were spent south of Valentine on the Snake River, then later moving to the Bassett area, where she graduated from Rock County High School in 1949. Delmira met Dale Oatman while in high school. She was working at the Buechel ranch helping to feed the hay crew. Dale lived on the neighboring Moon Lake ranch. The couple was united in marriage on May 13, 1949, and moved to a ranch north of Basset where Dale worked for the Arrowsmith ranch. Born to this union is Dean Rollin Oatman, July 1, 1950, Dayle Enid Oatman Sanford, December 2, 1952, Donalee Ann Oatman Lamb, August 21, 1954, and Davey Michael Oatman, December 31, 1964. In the mid 1950's, they moved to Spokane, Washington where Dale worked in a lumber mill and for the railroad. Delmira worked for the telephone company. In 1958, they moved to Ainsworth. Two adults, three young children, a miniature dachshund and a trailer hitched to the back of the family car, through the mountains in March, Delmira was afraid of falling off of the road and kept telling Dale to move over until he offered to let her drive. Dale and Delmira provided temporary foster care to a number of children removed from their families.&nbsp; They lived 10 miles out of town and the local Child Protection Services felt that they were ideal as the families would not be able to locate their children. They were very active in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church, both became Lay Speakers and traveled to other churches to speak several times a year. They worked on the ranch and Delmira took a job in Ainsworth as a secretary in a law office. After the ranch was sold in 1979, they moved into Ainsworth where Delmira continued working as a paralegal in the Cassel Law office. Dale worked as a carpenter. In November 1986 the couple moved to Elkhorn, NE. Delmira worked as an accountant and then a paralegal for several firms over the years. She always seemed to follow her favorite lawyer, Ron Parsonage, from firm to firm. She continued to do some estate trust work even after she finally retired. She found it hard to retire and continued taking short term jobs when a firm need help to fill in. Dale and Delmira both worked for Habitat for Humanity for a number of years. Dale as the construction foreman and Delmira on the Board of Directors. In Elkhorn just about the first thing Dale and Delmira did was join the Elkhorn United Methodist Church. At that time, the church was meeting in a former bar in a strip mall. That soon changed and Dale was the head of the building committee to build the new church. He was also the construction foreman when the church built the education wing using volunteers from the congregation. Delmira was on most of the various church committees and was very active in the United Methodist Women. She attended the State church conference and the National United Methodist Women's conference. She taught high school Sunday School for several years.Dale passed on July 2, 2001. In 2013, Delmira moved to Broken Bow. She became a member of the Broken Bow United Methodist Church. In 2018, Delmira moved to Brookestone View care home. She passed away on January 13, 2022.Delmira is survived by her children Dean (Linda) Oatman of Trinidad, CO, Dayle (Roger) Stanford of Omaha, Donalee (Dave) Lamb of Anselmo, and Dave Oatman of Omaha, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two brothers, and a sister.

Delmira Oatman (1932-2022)

Larry Bobert, 74, of Lexington, Nebraska died at his home Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Larry was born to Morris and Dorothy Bobert on February 27, 1947, at Rockford, Illinois. He was raised on a dairy and hog farm in central Wisconsin. Larry was active in 4-H and showed Angus cattle at the county fair. He graduated from Stratford High in Stratford, Wisconsin, in 1965. He served in the U.S. Air Force from August of 1966 through August of 1970. He was stationed in Germany and stateside.

Larry had one son, Gordon, who died in Plainview, Nebraska, and one daughter, Jennifer, who resides in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with her husband, Jason.

Larry spent his working career as a parts man at John Deere and International Harvester. He took pride in his work, and his knowledge of the implement and Ag business.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Jason) Wilson of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, brothers, Jerry (Carolyn) Bobert of Columbus, Bob of Eustis, Ken (Wendy) Bobert of Council, Idaho, Scott of Loveland, Colorado, and Ron (Gina) Bobert of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; sisters, Dolly (John) Wochner of York, Shellye (Tim) Mihulkao of Columbus, Lisa Dohmen of Knoxville, Tennessee; half sister Judy Miller of Carlifhe, Indiana and many nieces &amp; nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents; Morris and Dorothy Bobert, son, Gordon, brother; Jon and, half-brothers: Richard and Raymond.

Larry loved hunting, fishing, camping, gardening and his dogs.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Anne Gahn, officiating.

Inurnment will be held at a later date 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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Larry Bobert, 74, of Lexington, Nebraska died at his home Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Larry was born to Morris and Dorothy Bobert on February 27, 1947, at Rockford, Illinois. He was raised on a dairy and hog farm in central Wisconsin. Larry was active in 4-H and showed Angus cattle at the county fair. He graduated from Stratford High in Stratford, Wisconsin, in 1965. He served in the U.S. Air Force from August of 1966 through August of 1970. He was stationed in Germany and stateside.Larry had one son, Gordon, who died in Plainview, Nebraska, and one daughter, Jennifer, who resides in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with her husband, Jason.Larry spent his working career as a parts man at John Deere and International Harvester. He took pride in his work, and his knowledge of the implement and Ag business.Larry is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Jason) Wilson of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, brothers, Jerry (Carolyn) Bobert of Columbus, Bob of Eustis, Ken (Wendy) Bobert of Council, Idaho, Scott of Loveland, Colorado, and Ron (Gina) Bobert of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; sisters, Dolly (John) Wochner of York, Shellye (Tim) Mihulkao of Columbus, Lisa Dohmen of Knoxville, Tennessee; half sister Judy Miller of Carlifhe, Indiana and many nieces &amp; nephews.He was preceded in death by parents; Morris and Dorothy Bobert, son, Gordon, brother; Jon and, half-brothers: Richard and Raymond.Larry loved hunting, fishing, camping, gardening and his dogs.A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Anne Gahn, officiating.Inurnment will be held at a later date 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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Larry Lee Bobert (1949-2022)

Jared M. Shinpaugh, 32, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.

He was born on January 8, 1990, in Phoenix, Arizona and raised by his parents, Jacqueline (Shinpaugh) and Jose Luis Garcia.&nbsp; His family moved to Lexington in 2001, where Jared attended Morton Elementary before attending Lexington Middle School and High School.

Following High School, Jared worked for a Roofing company and worked for Tilley Sprinkler Systems &amp; Landscaping.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with his hands and being outdoors.

Those who knew Jared can attest to his senses of humor; he loved to make people laugh.&nbsp; He loved to Barbeque, fishing, and spending with his family and friends.&nbsp; He was kindhearted and had a selfless soul.&nbsp; He will never be forgotten, peace be to his memory.

Survivors include his parents, Jose Luis (Jacqueline) Garcia of Lexington; siblings, Joseph Garcia of Lexington, Veronica Garcia of Grand Island, Vanessa Garcia of Hastings and Jesse Garcia of Kearney; son, Emmanuel Romero of Grand Island; nieces and nephews, Anahii Garcia of Lexington, Jennica and Avery Lopez of Grand Island, Sophia and Darey Rocha of Hastings and Mila Garcia of Kearney; aunts, Virginia Arberry of Texas, Ninfa Medina of Phoenix, Arizona, Stephanie (Charlie) Smith of California, Veronica (Mario) Nevarez of California and Tammy Shinpaugh of California; Uncle, Carlos (Sandra) Garcia of Lexington; grandmothers, Norma Cuevas of California and Antonia Munoz of Lexington; as well as cousins, extended family and many, many friends.

Jared was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jack Shinpaugh and Candelario Garcia; great-grandmother, Virginia Cuevas; uncle, A.J. Arberry; aunt, Robin Noble and a cousin, Adrian Medina.

Mass Of Christian Burial will be on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez, officiating.&nbsp; The Mass will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022 from 1-5 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

Following the Mass, cremation will be take place and burial will be held at a later date at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Lexington.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

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

<figure>
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 </figure>Jared M. Shinpaugh, 32, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.He was born on January 8, 1990, in Phoenix, Arizona and raised by his parents, Jacqueline (Shinpaugh) and Jose Luis Garcia.&nbsp; His family moved to Lexington in 2001, where Jared attended Morton Elementary before attending Lexington Middle School and High School.Following High School, Jared worked for a Roofing company and worked for Tilley Sprinkler Systems &amp; Landscaping.&nbsp; He enjoyed working with his hands and being outdoors.Those who knew Jared can attest to his senses of humor; he loved to make people laugh.&nbsp; He loved to Barbeque, fishing, and spending with his family and friends.&nbsp; He was kindhearted and had a selfless soul.&nbsp; He will never be forgotten, peace be to his memory.Survivors include his parents, Jose Luis (Jacqueline) Garcia of Lexington; siblings, Joseph Garcia of Lexington, Veronica Garcia of Grand Island, Vanessa Garcia of Hastings and Jesse Garcia of Kearney; son, Emmanuel Romero of Grand Island; nieces and nephews, Anahii Garcia of Lexington, Jennica and Avery Lopez of Grand Island, Sophia and Darey Rocha of Hastings and Mila Garcia of Kearney; aunts, Virginia Arberry of Texas, Ninfa Medina of Phoenix, Arizona, Stephanie (Charlie) Smith of California, Veronica (Mario) Nevarez of California and Tammy Shinpaugh of California; Uncle, Carlos (Sandra) Garcia of Lexington; grandmothers, Norma Cuevas of California and Antonia Munoz of Lexington; as well as cousins, extended family and many, many friends.Jared was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jack Shinpaugh and Candelario Garcia; great-grandmother, Virginia Cuevas; uncle, A.J. Arberry; aunt, Robin Noble and a cousin, Adrian Medina.Mass Of Christian Burial will be on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez, officiating.&nbsp; The Mass will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.Visitation will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022 from 1-5 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.Following the Mass, cremation will be take place and burial will be held at a later date at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Lexington.Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jared M. Shinpaugh (1990-2022)

Dale “Gene” Eugene Mercer, age 72, of McCook, NE passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022 at Community Hospital in McCook. Dale was born October 16, 1949 in McCook to parents Kenneth K. and Evelyn R. (Olsson) Mercer. He was one of three sons born to this union.&nbsp; Dale graduated from high school in Curtis, NE with the Class of 1967.&nbsp; While in high school in excelled in a variety of sports and was actually one of the last players to “drop-kick” an extra point in high school football. He was also an excellent bowler. Following high school, Dale worked as a mechanic and a meat cutter until he attended the Police Academy in 1969. He worked in law enforcement in Madison, Nebraska until 1974 and then moved to McCook where he began his career as a flooring installer.&nbsp; In 1968, he married Sheila Farrar in Kearney, NE and the couple was blessed with two children, Stacy and Amber.&nbsp; In 1975, Dale married Judy Appleyard in McCook and they became parents to Brandi, Melissa, Christopher and Tyler.&nbsp; Dale’s hobbies included woodworking, bowling, playing cards and fishing.&nbsp; He enjoyed cracking jokes and was very proud of the wooden board games he made for playing marbles.&nbsp; He was a huge Nebraska Cornhusker football fan and loved to reminisce about his time playing or coaching sports in his younger years.&nbsp; Dale will be remembered by his children for generally chill and funny attitude and quiet acceptance for which they will all miss greatly.&nbsp;

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Mercer; and his niece, Stephanie Mercer. Those left to celebrate his life include his brother, Doug (Patty) Mercer of Canton, GA; children, Stacy (Ryan) Rogers of Alma, NE, Amber (Brent) Burr of Kearney, NE, Brandi (Steve) Renner, Melissa (Kris) Proud both of McCook, NE, Christopher Mercer and Tyler Mercer both of Lake Havasu, AZ; sister in law Glenda Miller of Canton, TX; nineteen grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Private family services are planned for a later date.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to Community Healthcare Home Health and Hospice, 1301 East H St, McCook, NE 69001.

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 </figure>Dale “Gene” Eugene Mercer, age 72, of McCook, NE passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022 at Community Hospital in McCook. Dale was born October 16, 1949 in McCook to parents Kenneth K. and Evelyn R. (Olsson) Mercer. He was one of three sons born to this union.&nbsp; Dale graduated from high school in Curtis, NE with the Class of 1967.&nbsp; While in high school in excelled in a variety of sports and was actually one of the last players to “drop-kick” an extra point in high school football. He was also an excellent bowler. Following high school, Dale worked as a mechanic and a meat cutter until he attended the Police Academy in 1969. He worked in law enforcement in Madison, Nebraska until 1974 and then moved to McCook where he began his career as a flooring installer.&nbsp; In 1968, he married Sheila Farrar in Kearney, NE and the couple was blessed with two children, Stacy and Amber.&nbsp; In 1975, Dale married Judy Appleyard in McCook and they became parents to Brandi, Melissa, Christopher and Tyler.&nbsp; Dale’s hobbies included woodworking, bowling, playing cards and fishing.&nbsp; He enjoyed cracking jokes and was very proud of the wooden board games he made for playing marbles.&nbsp; He was a huge Nebraska Cornhusker football fan and loved to reminisce about his time playing or coaching sports in his younger years.&nbsp; Dale will be remembered by his children for generally chill and funny attitude and quiet acceptance for which they will all miss greatly.&nbsp;Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Mercer; and his niece, Stephanie Mercer. Those left to celebrate his life include his brother, Doug (Patty) Mercer of Canton, GA; children, Stacy (Ryan) Rogers of Alma, NE, Amber (Brent) Burr of Kearney, NE, Brandi (Steve) Renner, Melissa (Kris) Proud both of McCook, NE, Christopher Mercer and Tyler Mercer both of Lake Havasu, AZ; sister in law Glenda Miller of Canton, TX; nineteen grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.&nbsp;Private family services are planned for a later date.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Community Healthcare Home Health and Hospice, 1301 East H St, McCook, NE 69001.

Dale Eugene Mercer (1949-2022)

Larry Dee Tuller, 76, of Culbertson, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 18, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney. &nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on January 3, 1946 to Dane and Roxie (Heller) Tuller in Oberlin, Kansas.&nbsp; Larry attended school in McCook and graduated with the McCook High School class of 1964.&nbsp;

Larry married Linda Williams in 1966 and had two daughters. Larry married Kathleen Smith on June 27, 1975 in Cheyenne, Wyoming.&nbsp; Larry, Kathleen, and their daughters made Culbertson their home.&nbsp; Larry worked for the Dayco Hose Plant, now Parker Hannifin, in McCook for over 20 years.

Larry served his country proudly as a member of the United Sates Army Reserves.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with dogs and birds.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Kathleen in 2013; daughter, LaTisha Durland; and twin brother, Gary Tuller.

Survivors include his daughters, Lisa (James) Cross of Harrisburg, Nebraska; DaNita (Dan) Robinson of Platte City, MO; and Michelle Hall of Oberlin, KS; grandchildren: Jacob (Shelby) Hall, Tasha Hall, Brady Hall, Kyler Robinson, Mikhail Robinson, Kristin Cross, Amanda (Ryon) Brown, Robert Cross, Paige (Trevor) Bradeen, and Jadyn Cross; great-grandchildren: Iziah Hall, Joseph Hall, Nevaeh Hall, Alliyah Eder, Gabriella Gonzalez, Keira Gonzalez, Ashton Gonzales, and Brexley Rose Bradeen; brother, Raymond (Pat) Tuller of McCook; and sister Diana Kudera of McCook.

Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday morning, January 22, 2022 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Culbertson with Pastor Alisa Parde officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in the Culbertson Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the family of Larry Tuller for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry Dee Tuller, 76, of Culbertson, passed away on Tuesday morning, January 18, 2022 at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney. &nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on January 3, 1946 to Dane and Roxie (Heller) Tuller in Oberlin, Kansas.&nbsp; Larry attended school in McCook and graduated with the McCook High School class of 1964.&nbsp;Larry married Linda Williams in 1966 and had two daughters. Larry married Kathleen Smith on June 27, 1975 in Cheyenne, Wyoming.&nbsp; Larry, Kathleen, and their daughters made Culbertson their home.&nbsp; Larry worked for the Dayco Hose Plant, now Parker Hannifin, in McCook for over 20 years.Larry served his country proudly as a member of the United Sates Army Reserves.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with dogs and birds.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Kathleen in 2013; daughter, LaTisha Durland; and twin brother, Gary Tuller.Survivors include his daughters, Lisa (James) Cross of Harrisburg, Nebraska; DaNita (Dan) Robinson of Platte City, MO; and Michelle Hall of Oberlin, KS; grandchildren: Jacob (Shelby) Hall, Tasha Hall, Brady Hall, Kyler Robinson, Mikhail Robinson, Kristin Cross, Amanda (Ryon) Brown, Robert Cross, Paige (Trevor) Bradeen, and Jadyn Cross; great-grandchildren: Iziah Hall, Joseph Hall, Nevaeh Hall, Alliyah Eder, Gabriella Gonzalez, Keira Gonzalez, Ashton Gonzales, and Brexley Rose Bradeen; brother, Raymond (Pat) Tuller of McCook; and sister Diana Kudera of McCook.Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday morning, January 22, 2022 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Culbertson with Pastor Alisa Parde officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in the Culbertson Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the family of Larry Tuller for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Larry D Tuller (1944-2022)

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Carl Edward Schumacher was born March 31, 1949, at Mount Clemens, Michigan, to Elwood W. and Grace M. (Rambo) Schumacher. Carl graduated from South Lake High School at St. Clair Shores, Michigan, in 1967. Carl joined the U.S. Air Force in 1968 and did his basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas. Carl served his country for close to 23 years. After retiring from the service he worked as a janitor for BSI in Colorado Springs, CO. Carl married Pam Bennett on June 1, 1996, and to this union merged two families. They moved to Nebraska later that year, and over the years, Carl worked for Groff Ag and Enders Golf Course. Carl enjoyed working on cars and was an avid Mustang man! When he could he loved to hunt and fish. Carl was a lifetime member of the Wauneta VFW. Carl was a Tactical Airforce Maintenance Technician (Crew Chief) in the United States Air Force. He served in Vietnam and Desert Storm. Over the years of service, Carl was stationed in several countries including Thailand, Germany, and in the states. Carl passed away Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. He was 72 Years of age. Survivors Include: Wife: Pam of rural Wauneta, NE Children: Bill Schumacher and wife, Rose, of Utah, Suki (Geoff) Warda of Wisconsin, Craig Loeffler and wife, Desiree of Imperial, NE, Dawnya Dreiling and husband, Rick, of Grant, NE, Angela Laird, of Imperial, NE, Tina Hamilton and husband, Dave, of Wauneta, NE Grandchildren: Madeline Warda, Elise Warda, Robert Warda, Tondarea Francis, Alan Loeffler, Alex Loeffler, Kassidy Loeffler, Laura Doyle, Trace Doyle, Curtis Laird, Jasmine Laird, Austin Laird, Jill Pankonin, Lorenzo Cavanaugh, Cheyenne Cavanaugh, and Dennis Cavanaugh. Great-Grandchildren: Riley Francis, Winston Loeffler, Issac Loeffler, Hadley Doyle, and Kynleigh Laird Brother: Woody Schumacher and wife, Sue, of Colorado Springs, CO Sisters: Janet Crabb and husband, Steve, and Joan Schneider all of Michigan. Numerous nieces and nephews A Graveside service will be held March 31st at 2:00 PM (MT) at Fairview Cemetery in Grant. No visitation, Carl chose cremation. A memorial, in Carl’s Memory, has been suggested to the Schumacher Family for a future designation. On line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

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Carl Edward Schumacher was born March 31, 1949, at Mount Clemens, Michigan, to Elwood W. and Grace M. (Rambo) Schumacher. Carl graduated from South Lake High School at St. Clair Shores, Michigan, in 1967. Carl joined the U.S. Air Force in 1968 and did his basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas. Carl served his country for close to 23 years. After retiring from the service he worked as a janitor for BSI in Colorado Springs, CO. Carl married Pam Bennett on June 1, 1996, and to this union merged two families. They moved to Nebraska later that year, and over the years, Carl worked for Groff Ag and Enders Golf Course. Carl enjoyed working on cars and was an avid Mustang man! When he could he loved to hunt and fish. Carl was a lifetime member of the Wauneta VFW. Carl was a Tactical Airforce Maintenance Technician (Crew Chief) in the United States Air Force. He served in Vietnam and Desert Storm. Over the years of service, Carl was stationed in several countries including Thailand, Germany, and in the states. Carl passed away Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. He was 72 Years of age. Survivors Include: Wife: Pam of rural Wauneta, NE Children: Bill Schumacher and wife, Rose, of Utah, Suki (Geoff) Warda of Wisconsin, Craig Loeffler and wife, Desiree of Imperial, NE, Dawnya Dreiling and husband, Rick, of Grant, NE, Angela Laird, of Imperial, NE, Tina Hamilton and husband, Dave, of Wauneta, NE Grandchildren: Madeline Warda, Elise Warda, Robert Warda, Tondarea Francis, Alan Loeffler, Alex Loeffler, Kassidy Loeffler, Laura Doyle, Trace Doyle, Curtis Laird, Jasmine Laird, Austin Laird, Jill Pankonin, Lorenzo Cavanaugh, Cheyenne Cavanaugh, and Dennis Cavanaugh. Great-Grandchildren: Riley Francis, Winston Loeffler, Issac Loeffler, Hadley Doyle, and Kynleigh Laird Brother: Woody Schumacher and wife, Sue, of Colorado Springs, CO Sisters: Janet Crabb and husband, Steve, and Joan Schneider all of Michigan. Numerous nieces and nephews A Graveside service will be held March 31st at 2:00 PM (MT) at Fairview Cemetery in Grant. No visitation, Carl chose cremation. A memorial, in Carl’s Memory, has been suggested to the Schumacher Family for a future designation. On line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

Carl E Schumacher (1949-2022)

Caleb Andrew Lease, 28, passed away January 14th, 2022 in North Platte, Nebraska. He was welcomed by his father, Craig N Lease II, Grandparents, Great Grandparents, &amp; other loved ones who preceded him in death. Caleb was born on October 6th, 1993, in North Platte, Nebraska at Great Plains Community Hospital. Caleb graduated from homeschooling in 2011.&nbsp; He then worked at several places, including Walmart, Walmart Distribution Center, Runza, Ace Hardware, Domino’s Pizza, Valentino’s and Game Stop. Caleb enjoyed spending his free time playing in Smash Bros tournaments, Dungeons and Dragons, had a love for poker and was a pro at Guitar Hero. He loved playing Jackbox with friends and family, Legends of Zelda, and various other video games, Star Wars (including collecting Star Wars memorabilia), nail art crafts, painting figurines, frisbee golf, paint ball, spending time with his wife and children, bringing friends and family together for gatherings, bringing joy and smiles to those around him with his positive attitude and silly jokes. Caleb had a heart of gold.&nbsp; He was thoughtful, caring, giving, empathetic, friendly, loving, energetic, and just an all-around amazing human being. His wife, children, family and friends all meant the world to him. Caleb is survived by his wife, Jessica, his sons, Thomas and Robert, his daughters, Scarlette and Savannah, his mother, Lora Michaels (Geoff), his siblings, Kat (Josh) Rebman, Joshua, David (Lindzee), Mckenna (Maxx), Jadon, Keagan, Ethan, Elliana, Adalynn, Kobe, Emelia, and Vinny, his grandma Del, aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Memorials would be appreciated by his family to go toward funeral costs and travel expenses.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1642612236302.jpeg" alt="Caleb Lease" />
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 </figure>Caleb Andrew Lease, 28, passed away January 14th, 2022 in North Platte, Nebraska. He was welcomed by his father, Craig N Lease II, Grandparents, Great Grandparents, &amp; other loved ones who preceded him in death. Caleb was born on October 6th, 1993, in North Platte, Nebraska at Great Plains Community Hospital. Caleb graduated from homeschooling in 2011.&nbsp; He then worked at several places, including Walmart, Walmart Distribution Center, Runza, Ace Hardware, Domino’s Pizza, Valentino’s and Game Stop. Caleb enjoyed spending his free time playing in Smash Bros tournaments, Dungeons and Dragons, had a love for poker and was a pro at Guitar Hero. He loved playing Jackbox with friends and family, Legends of Zelda, and various other video games, Star Wars (including collecting Star Wars memorabilia), nail art crafts, painting figurines, frisbee golf, paint ball, spending time with his wife and children, bringing friends and family together for gatherings, bringing joy and smiles to those around him with his positive attitude and silly jokes. Caleb had a heart of gold.&nbsp; He was thoughtful, caring, giving, empathetic, friendly, loving, energetic, and just an all-around amazing human being. His wife, children, family and friends all meant the world to him. Caleb is survived by his wife, Jessica, his sons, Thomas and Robert, his daughters, Scarlette and Savannah, his mother, Lora Michaels (Geoff), his siblings, Kat (Josh) Rebman, Joshua, David (Lindzee), Mckenna (Maxx), Jadon, Keagan, Ethan, Elliana, Adalynn, Kobe, Emelia, and Vinny, his grandma Del, aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.Memorials would be appreciated by his family to go toward funeral costs and travel expenses.

Caleb Andrew Lease (1993-2022)

Thomas R. Collins, 74, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022 in North Platte.&nbsp; On February 3, 1947 he was born to William and Genevieve Collins in Jackson, Ohio.&nbsp;

As I am writing this, I realize I don’t know much about Tom before he met my mother, Dana.&nbsp; In February 1981, he married Dana Daly and instantly gained a family.&nbsp; He raised my little sister Rhonda and she turned out pretty ok.&nbsp; He could be a little gruff sometimes. But his grandkids knew better, they had him wrapped around their fingers.&nbsp; He was a hard worker.&nbsp; He worked in the oilfields, construction and was a very good carpenter.&nbsp; After Dana passed away, he took a different path and was estranged from his family, but we kept tabs on him and knew he was okay.&nbsp;

Tom is survived by children, Rhonda (Travis), LaRoy (Anne), Myra (Rick); grandkids, Daniel, Lynn, Ally, Tyler, Kallie, Makayla, Jesi, and Cody; great-grandkids, Daniel, Koylin, Huxtyn, Chlois and Natalie; siblings who loved him very much, James, Willard, Carol, Linda and Carl (Bud); too many nieces and nephews to count; all the folks at Liberty House. He was preceded in death by his wife Dana; parents, William and Genevieve; siblings, Toni, Velma, Edward and Robert; two half-brothers, Glen Miller and Art Collins; half-sister, Delta. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1642612033710.jpeg" alt="Thomas R. Collins" />
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 </figure>Thomas R. Collins, 74, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022 in North Platte.&nbsp; On February 3, 1947 he was born to William and Genevieve Collins in Jackson, Ohio.&nbsp;As I am writing this, I realize I don’t know much about Tom before he met my mother, Dana.&nbsp; In February 1981, he married Dana Daly and instantly gained a family.&nbsp; He raised my little sister Rhonda and she turned out pretty ok.&nbsp; He could be a little gruff sometimes. But his grandkids knew better, they had him wrapped around their fingers.&nbsp; He was a hard worker.&nbsp; He worked in the oilfields, construction and was a very good carpenter.&nbsp; After Dana passed away, he took a different path and was estranged from his family, but we kept tabs on him and knew he was okay.&nbsp;Tom is survived by children, Rhonda (Travis), LaRoy (Anne), Myra (Rick); grandkids, Daniel, Lynn, Ally, Tyler, Kallie, Makayla, Jesi, and Cody; great-grandkids, Daniel, Koylin, Huxtyn, Chlois and Natalie; siblings who loved him very much, James, Willard, Carol, Linda and Carl (Bud); too many nieces and nephews to count; all the folks at Liberty House. He was preceded in death by his wife Dana; parents, William and Genevieve; siblings, Toni, Velma, Edward and Robert; two half-brothers, Glen Miller and Art Collins; half-sister, Delta. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Thomas Richard Collins (1947-2022)

&nbsp; Maurene Gail Garner passed away at her home in North Platte surrounded by her loving family on January 18, 2022, at the age of 67. Maurene was born to Maurice and Jurene (Powell) Green on September 10, 1954, in Alliance where she grew up.&nbsp; Maurene graduated from Alliance High School in 1972 then moved to Omaha where she worked for Mutual of Omaha.&nbsp; She then settled back in Western Nebraska where she married Jim Garner and devoted her young life to raising her two beautiful girls. After divorcing, Maurene moved to North Platte where she met the love of her life, Jim Power.&nbsp; She and Jim established a beautiful home where they loved to spend time with family and friends, and especially enjoyed time outdoors and working in the yard.&nbsp; They developed a passion for travel and took many adventures to Branson and spent winters in Arizona.&nbsp; In addition, their travels took them to the East Coast to visit her daughter, Tina and family, all the way to the West Coast, as well as Alaska.&nbsp; Maurene loved supporting and connecting with her grandkids in all ways possible.&nbsp; She was a member of First United Methodist Church and a women's prayer group. Maurene was preceded in death by her father, Maurice Green. She leaves behind her mother, Jurene Green, of Alliance; her daughters, Trista (Jeremy) Gaebel, of Omaha and Tina Sweeney (significant other Bill Sundstrom), of Warwick, RI; the love of her life, Jim Power, of North Platte; her sister, Gwen (Steve) Schnell, of Broomfield, CO; brothers, Mike (Marsha) Green, of Scottsbluff and Brad Green, of Alliance; Jim's children, Kristy (Alan) Miller, of Tryon and Brenda (John) McClellen and Melissa (Scott) Steele, of North Platte; her grandchildren, Landon, Austin, Grace, Jake, Talia (Garrett), Tasha, Shelby (Cole), Drew, Amanda, Brooke, Kort (Jaeli) and Baylee; and great-grandchildren, Clay, Clint and Malaki. In keeping with Maurene's wishes, cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022, at First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the church.&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.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1642611319222.jpeg" alt="Maurene Garner" />
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 </figure>&nbsp; Maurene Gail Garner passed away at her home in North Platte surrounded by her loving family on January 18, 2022, at the age of 67. Maurene was born to Maurice and Jurene (Powell) Green on September 10, 1954, in Alliance where she grew up.&nbsp; Maurene graduated from Alliance High School in 1972 then moved to Omaha where she worked for Mutual of Omaha.&nbsp; She then settled back in Western Nebraska where she married Jim Garner and devoted her young life to raising her two beautiful girls. After divorcing, Maurene moved to North Platte where she met the love of her life, Jim Power.&nbsp; She and Jim established a beautiful home where they loved to spend time with family and friends, and especially enjoyed time outdoors and working in the yard.&nbsp; They developed a passion for travel and took many adventures to Branson and spent winters in Arizona.&nbsp; In addition, their travels took them to the East Coast to visit her daughter, Tina and family, all the way to the West Coast, as well as Alaska.&nbsp; Maurene loved supporting and connecting with her grandkids in all ways possible.&nbsp; She was a member of First United Methodist Church and a women's prayer group. Maurene was preceded in death by her father, Maurice Green. She leaves behind her mother, Jurene Green, of Alliance; her daughters, Trista (Jeremy) Gaebel, of Omaha and Tina Sweeney (significant other Bill Sundstrom), of Warwick, RI; the love of her life, Jim Power, of North Platte; her sister, Gwen (Steve) Schnell, of Broomfield, CO; brothers, Mike (Marsha) Green, of Scottsbluff and Brad Green, of Alliance; Jim's children, Kristy (Alan) Miller, of Tryon and Brenda (John) McClellen and Melissa (Scott) Steele, of North Platte; her grandchildren, Landon, Austin, Grace, Jake, Talia (Garrett), Tasha, Shelby (Cole), Drew, Amanda, Brooke, Kort (Jaeli) and Baylee; and great-grandchildren, Clay, Clint and Malaki. In keeping with Maurene's wishes, cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022, at First United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the church.&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.

Maurene Gail Garner (1954-2022)

Reed Waylon Benner, 40, of North Platte, NE, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at the Great Plains Hospital in North Platte.

Reed was born on July 29, 1981 in Ogallala, NE, son of Vicky L. (Strong) Gayman.

Reed graduated from North Platte High School class of 2000. He loved Nebraska and Michigan College football. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Surviving him are his mother, Vicky Gayman and step-father, Dale Gayman of North Platte; daughter, Aubree Leann Smith; sister, Nicole L. Broxson (Kevin) of FL; niece, Paige Cardwell; nephew, Tyler Broxson; paternal grandparents, Robert and Charlotte Benner of Mullen; aunts, Patty Wolfenden (Lonnie) of Mullen and Debra Bodeman (Rick) of Ogallala; and many good friends.

He was pre-deceased by maternal grandparents, Verna “Mae” and Haley Mell; and aunt, Vicky Hansen.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 21, 2022 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. Private burial will be at a later date at Ogallala Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 20th from 1-6 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. The family suggests casual attire may be worn, along with Husker and Michigan attire are encouraged in honor of Reed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with final expenses. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte.

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 </figure>Reed Waylon Benner, 40, of North Platte, NE, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at the Great Plains Hospital in North Platte.Reed was born on July 29, 1981 in Ogallala, NE, son of Vicky L. (Strong) Gayman.Reed graduated from North Platte High School class of 2000. He loved Nebraska and Michigan College football. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.Surviving him are his mother, Vicky Gayman and step-father, Dale Gayman of North Platte; daughter, Aubree Leann Smith; sister, Nicole L. Broxson (Kevin) of FL; niece, Paige Cardwell; nephew, Tyler Broxson; paternal grandparents, Robert and Charlotte Benner of Mullen; aunts, Patty Wolfenden (Lonnie) of Mullen and Debra Bodeman (Rick) of Ogallala; and many good friends.He was pre-deceased by maternal grandparents, Verna “Mae” and Haley Mell; and aunt, Vicky Hansen.A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 21, 2022 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. Private burial will be at a later date at Ogallala Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 20th from 1-6 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. The family suggests casual attire may be worn, along with Husker and Michigan attire are encouraged in honor of Reed.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with final expenses. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte.

Reed Benner (1981-2022)

Jasinta Clara Erlewine passed away January 17, 2022, at Perkins County Health in Grant, Nebraska. Clara was born on August 16, 1940, to Rosalia (Cavazos) and Pablo Garcia at Karnes City, Texas. The family moved to Brule, Nebraska, in January of 1955. On November 21, 1957, she was united in marriage to Lyle W. Erlewine at Ogallala, NE. Clara's first love was her God and her Church. This translated into a great devotion to her family, fierce support of her husband as she joined in all labors to support their growing family, and into her love of providing guidance and support to her children and grandchildren. She gave of herself unselfishly in her care for Lyle and in her care for her family. She was always happiest praying and caring for her family and having them around her. In addition to being a loving homemaker, sewing, baking, cooking, and creating a loving and beautiful home for her family; Clara worked as a nurse's aide, where her skills as a caregiver were greatly needed. She was also employed at JC Penney's and Sketch and Stitch Crafts. After retirement, Clara was thrilled to move into their home at Yacht Club Estates on Lake McConaughy. This is where she planted her beloved "Mary's Garden" and nurtured not only her faith and her family but her flowers and the wildlife around her. Clara and Lyle enjoyed traveling together, first on a motorcycle and later with their 5th Wheel. Clara could make a comfortable loving home anywhere she was, a tent, a camper, or a house on the lake. They spent many years wintering at the Holy Trinity Monastery at St. David, Arizona, where Clara was active in running the gift shop, baking goodies from the pecans that Lyle harvested and processed, but most importantly, praising Jesus. Clara balanced Lyle's fiery personality with her own constantly burning ember of love, providing warmth and comfort to her family and those who knew her. J. Clara Erlewine is survived by four daughters; Diane (James) Adkins, Deon Hoffman, Ogallala, NE; Quenna (Russell) Koch, Denton, NE; and Beth (Timothy) Wilson, Omaha, NE, eleven Grandchildren, Melissa Elmblad, Kerri (Trevor) Foulk, Brett Adkins; Grace Hoffman, Emily (Michael) Hough; Ian (Meridith) Koch, Savannah Koch; Mariah Koch; Claire (Riley) Baasch, Jake Wilson, Trevor Wilson; and two great-granddaughters Raegan Elmblad and Thea Goodrich; and according to Clara, at least two new great-grandchildren in the next year, as well as bonus great-grandchildren Maverick, Paisley and Maisie Hough; sisters Angie (Bob) Conde, Mercedes Wymer, Candie Garcia; brothers Raymond (Toni) Garcia, Nestor (Louisa) Garcia, Frank Garcia, Joe (Sherri) Garcia; John (Kathleen) Garcia, brothers-in-law, William H. Barnes, and John Lee, and numerous nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews. She will also be greatly missed by her bible study friends and fellow prayer warriors. Clara was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle W. Erlewine, her son Tracy Charles Erlewine, her parents, one brother, Maximo Garcia, brother in law Allen Wymer, sisters in law Thelma J. Barnes, and Erna R. Lee, and other relatives. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Clara's memory with the intent to support local charitable causes. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 21, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. at the Church. No visitation is scheduled. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jasinta Clara Erlewine passed away January 17, 2022, at Perkins County Health in Grant, Nebraska. Clara was born on August 16, 1940, to Rosalia (Cavazos) and Pablo Garcia at Karnes City, Texas. The family moved to Brule, Nebraska, in January of 1955. On November 21, 1957, she was united in marriage to Lyle W. Erlewine at Ogallala, NE. Clara's first love was her God and her Church. This translated into a great devotion to her family, fierce support of her husband as she joined in all labors to support their growing family, and into her love of providing guidance and support to her children and grandchildren. She gave of herself unselfishly in her care for Lyle and in her care for her family. She was always happiest praying and caring for her family and having them around her. In addition to being a loving homemaker, sewing, baking, cooking, and creating a loving and beautiful home for her family; Clara worked as a nurse's aide, where her skills as a caregiver were greatly needed. She was also employed at JC Penney's and Sketch and Stitch Crafts. After retirement, Clara was thrilled to move into their home at Yacht Club Estates on Lake McConaughy. This is where she planted her beloved "Mary's Garden" and nurtured not only her faith and her family but her flowers and the wildlife around her. Clara and Lyle enjoyed traveling together, first on a motorcycle and later with their 5th Wheel. Clara could make a comfortable loving home anywhere she was, a tent, a camper, or a house on the lake. They spent many years wintering at the Holy Trinity Monastery at St. David, Arizona, where Clara was active in running the gift shop, baking goodies from the pecans that Lyle harvested and processed, but most importantly, praising Jesus. Clara balanced Lyle's fiery personality with her own constantly burning ember of love, providing warmth and comfort to her family and those who knew her. J. Clara Erlewine is survived by four daughters; Diane (James) Adkins, Deon Hoffman, Ogallala, NE; Quenna (Russell) Koch, Denton, NE; and Beth (Timothy) Wilson, Omaha, NE, eleven Grandchildren, Melissa Elmblad, Kerri (Trevor) Foulk, Brett Adkins; Grace Hoffman, Emily (Michael) Hough; Ian (Meridith) Koch, Savannah Koch; Mariah Koch; Claire (Riley) Baasch, Jake Wilson, Trevor Wilson; and two great-granddaughters Raegan Elmblad and Thea Goodrich; and according to Clara, at least two new great-grandchildren in the next year, as well as bonus great-grandchildren Maverick, Paisley and Maisie Hough; sisters Angie (Bob) Conde, Mercedes Wymer, Candie Garcia; brothers Raymond (Toni) Garcia, Nestor (Louisa) Garcia, Frank Garcia, Joe (Sherri) Garcia; John (Kathleen) Garcia, brothers-in-law, William H. Barnes, and John Lee, and numerous nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews. She will also be greatly missed by her bible study friends and fellow prayer warriors. Clara was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle W. Erlewine, her son Tracy Charles Erlewine, her parents, one brother, Maximo Garcia, brother in law Allen Wymer, sisters in law Thelma J. Barnes, and Erna R. Lee, and other relatives. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Clara's memory with the intent to support local charitable causes. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 21, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. at the Church. No visitation is scheduled. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

Clara Erlewine (1940-2022)

Betty Knoell age 93 of Broken Bow, NE passed away January 16, 2022, at the CHI Good Samaritan Health in Kearney, NE.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 21, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow, NE with Father Jim Hunt as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery in Anselmo, NE. Rosary will be Friday at 9:30 am at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Anslem’s Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will take place on Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 6:00 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>.

Betty Louise Myers Knoell was born May 8, 1928, in Broken Bow to Lewis A. and Emma (Young) Myers. Betty grew up in the Lillian Community and graduated from Broken Bow High School. On November 26, 1947, Betty was united in marriage to Emilian “Budge” Knoell at Anselmo, NE. Betty and Budge welcomed the Catholic Sister’s into their home every summer for several years. Betty worked for Kelly Law and helped her husband with Knoell Construction. The couple moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1979, Budge passed away August 10, 1989, while in Arizona. Betty returned to Broken Bow in 1990, she enjoyed spending time with her friends, “especially Cottie Farritor”, traveling to visit family, doing puzzles, playing cards, and most of all taking care of others.

Betty is survived by her sons Mark (Vicki) of Show Low, AZ, Gary (Patty) of Broken Bow, and Patrick (Marty) of Old Saybrook, CT, five grandchildren: Chris (Kami) Knoell, Jake (Janae) Knoell, Kami (Jason) Tate, Rebecca (Chad) Duncan, and Katy (Sonny) Clark-Turner, 15 great grandchildren, sisters Roberta Davis of Broken Bow, Marge (Marlon) Cumpston of Kearney, and brother Lewis (Janet) Myers of Merna.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents Lewis and Emma, husband Budge, grandson Tim Knoell, sister Ramona Harrold, and brother-in-law Doyle Davis.

<figure>
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 </figure>Betty Knoell age 93 of Broken Bow, NE passed away January 16, 2022, at the CHI Good Samaritan Health in Kearney, NE.Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 21, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow, NE with Father Jim Hunt as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Anselm’s Catholic Cemetery in Anselmo, NE. Rosary will be Friday at 9:30 am at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Anslem’s Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will take place on Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 6:00 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>.Betty Louise Myers Knoell was born May 8, 1928, in Broken Bow to Lewis A. and Emma (Young) Myers. Betty grew up in the Lillian Community and graduated from Broken Bow High School. On November 26, 1947, Betty was united in marriage to Emilian “Budge” Knoell at Anselmo, NE. Betty and Budge welcomed the Catholic Sister’s into their home every summer for several years. Betty worked for Kelly Law and helped her husband with Knoell Construction. The couple moved to Scottsdale, Arizona in 1979, Budge passed away August 10, 1989, while in Arizona. Betty returned to Broken Bow in 1990, she enjoyed spending time with her friends, “especially Cottie Farritor”, traveling to visit family, doing puzzles, playing cards, and most of all taking care of others.Betty is survived by her sons Mark (Vicki) of Show Low, AZ, Gary (Patty) of Broken Bow, and Patrick (Marty) of Old Saybrook, CT, five grandchildren: Chris (Kami) Knoell, Jake (Janae) Knoell, Kami (Jason) Tate, Rebecca (Chad) Duncan, and Katy (Sonny) Clark-Turner, 15 great grandchildren, sisters Roberta Davis of Broken Bow, Marge (Marlon) Cumpston of Kearney, and brother Lewis (Janet) Myers of Merna.Betty was preceded in death by her parents Lewis and Emma, husband Budge, grandson Tim Knoell, sister Ramona Harrold, and brother-in-law Doyle Davis.

Betty Knoell (1928-2022)

Joyce Ann Dewey of Cozad passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of &nbsp;88. She was born February 14, 1933 to Forrest L. and Rose A. (Adler) Dewey. She grew up and attended schools in Ansley, Nebraska. Joyce received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Peru State College and a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She began her 40 year teaching career in Nebraska rural schools and later taught at Anselmo-Merna, Cozad Public Schools and Council Bluffs, Iowa Elementary School. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister, Catherine Elaine and a brother, Forrest Eau Clair Dewey; a niece and nephew. Survivors include great nieces; a great nephew; a Godson, Dillon Eli Thurn; and numerous cousins, other relatives and friends.

Memorials are suggested to Cozad Church of Christ. A private graveside service will be held at Ansley Cemetery, Ansley, Nebraska, at a later date.

Joyce Ann Dewey of Cozad passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of &nbsp;88. She was born February 14, 1933 to Forrest L. and Rose A. (Adler) Dewey. She grew up and attended schools in Ansley, Nebraska. Joyce received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Peru State College and a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She began her 40 year teaching career in Nebraska rural schools and later taught at Anselmo-Merna, Cozad Public Schools and Council Bluffs, Iowa Elementary School. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister, Catherine Elaine and a brother, Forrest Eau Clair Dewey; a niece and nephew. Survivors include great nieces; a great nephew; a Godson, Dillon Eli Thurn; and numerous cousins, other relatives and friends.Memorials are suggested to Cozad Church of Christ. A private graveside service will be held at Ansley Cemetery, Ansley, Nebraska, at a later date.

Joyce Ann Dewey (1933-2022)

Loving husband, father, and papa, Joseph (Joe) Donahue’s love didn’t come to an end with his death. It continues to live inside the hearts of each and every person who had the pleasure to be touched by his friendship, generosity, and passion for life. Joe left this world peacefully on January 13, 2022, but his love and memories live on.

Joe was known to live life to the fullest. He made every single moment count, and he made every second special. He had a way of making you feel like you are the most powerful, capable, and worthy person on the planet. From his passion for his work to his amazing feat of conquering cancer, he always made the time to show everyone he knew what truly matters in life– family. In his final days, he shared “I feel like the most loved man in the world right now.” His statement couldn’t be any more true.

Joe had a habit of talking in catch phrases. He always said, “I know a guy.” He will be remembered for his strong faith in this man that he knows as his heavenly father. There is no doubt that he is up in heaven now sitting in his recliner, catching the game, and finally getting to thank his savior for the wonderful life he lived. Although, we wouldn’t put it past him to cause a little commotion up there about those referees. Hopefully, there are no noise complaints in heaven.

He will be remembered as a hero– to his wife, Mary Donahue, his daughters, Bridgette Kirkover and Bailey Donahue, and his four grandchildren, Elena Kirkover, Caspian Kirkover, Marceline Kirkover, and Naya Griffis. His oldest grandchild, Elena, reminds us daily that her Papa is in all of our hearts reminding us to “Never give up. Keep trying.” His legacy will continue to live on and grow in all of us and in the future generations to come.

Joe was preceded in death by his father, Ed Donahue; sister, Mary Ann Brown and step father, Jim Dinsmore. He is lovingly survived by his mother, Amy Dinsmore of MO; wife, Mary Donahue of Cozad; daughters, Bridgette (Jason) Kirkover of Kearney and Bailey Donahue of Gothenburg; grandchildren, Elena, Caspian and Marceline Kirkover and Naya Griffis; sisters, Amy Bucy of MO and Jennifer Donahue of MO; brothers, Vance (Karen) Donahue of KS and Bill Donahue of KS; many nieces, nephews and extended family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. A memorial service will be held Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel with Eric Most officiating. Cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so on Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Loving husband, father, and papa, Joseph (Joe) Donahue’s love didn’t come to an end with his death. It continues to live inside the hearts of each and every person who had the pleasure to be touched by his friendship, generosity, and passion for life. Joe left this world peacefully on January 13, 2022, but his love and memories live on.Joe was known to live life to the fullest. He made every single moment count, and he made every second special. He had a way of making you feel like you are the most powerful, capable, and worthy person on the planet. From his passion for his work to his amazing feat of conquering cancer, he always made the time to show everyone he knew what truly matters in life– family. In his final days, he shared “I feel like the most loved man in the world right now.” His statement couldn’t be any more true.Joe had a habit of talking in catch phrases. He always said, “I know a guy.” He will be remembered for his strong faith in this man that he knows as his heavenly father. There is no doubt that he is up in heaven now sitting in his recliner, catching the game, and finally getting to thank his savior for the wonderful life he lived. Although, we wouldn’t put it past him to cause a little commotion up there about those referees. Hopefully, there are no noise complaints in heaven.He will be remembered as a hero– to his wife, Mary Donahue, his daughters, Bridgette Kirkover and Bailey Donahue, and his four grandchildren, Elena Kirkover, Caspian Kirkover, Marceline Kirkover, and Naya Griffis. His oldest grandchild, Elena, reminds us daily that her Papa is in all of our hearts reminding us to “Never give up. Keep trying.” His legacy will continue to live on and grow in all of us and in the future generations to come.Joe was preceded in death by his father, Ed Donahue; sister, Mary Ann Brown and step father, Jim Dinsmore. He is lovingly survived by his mother, Amy Dinsmore of MO; wife, Mary Donahue of Cozad; daughters, Bridgette (Jason) Kirkover of Kearney and Bailey Donahue of Gothenburg; grandchildren, Elena, Caspian and Marceline Kirkover and Naya Griffis; sisters, Amy Bucy of MO and Jennifer Donahue of MO; brothers, Vance (Karen) Donahue of KS and Bill Donahue of KS; many nieces, nephews and extended family.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. A memorial service will be held Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel with Eric Most officiating. Cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so on Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

Joseph Eugene Donahue (1967-2022)

Martha M. “Marty” Grabowski, 84, died peacefully on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 at Windsong Memory Care Facility in Greeley, CO.

Marty was born in Wilmington, Delaware to Andrew and Veronica (Ziemienski) on January 6, 1938. &nbsp;On June 22, 1957, she married Francis J. Grabowski. She moved with her family in 1973 to the McCook community. In addition to raising a family, Marty worked for J. C. Penney and Curly Olney’s in McCook.&nbsp;&nbsp; Marty was a faithful and active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, serving on the Altar Society and volunteering with Helping Hands.&nbsp; While in McCook, Marty attended Mass every day and helped serve funeral luncheons.&nbsp; In 2014, she moved in with her daughter in Loveland, CO.&nbsp; Advancing Alzheimer’s forced her into memory care in 2019.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Andrew and Veronica, her husband, Fran, and daughter, Linda, and many beloved friends, aunts and uncles. Survivors include her three children, Francis "Fran" Grabowski, Jr. and wife, Tammie, of Kalamazoo, MI; Gregory Grabowski of Tallahassee, FL; daughter, Karen and&nbsp; husband, John Kuxhausen, of Loveland, CO; sister, Phyllis Cox of Delaware City, DE; grandchildren: Emmy (Joe) Manko of Baltimore, MD; Andrew (Danielle) Grabowski of Chicago, IL; Kellen (Jill) Seaton of Grand Rapids, MI; Michael Grabowski of Jacksonville, FL; Justin (Olivia) Grabowski of Columbia, SC; Marta Grabowski of Kalamazoo, MI; Nathan Grabowski, of Tallahassee, FL and Joseph (Mandie) Kuxhausen, of Loveland, CO; great-grandchildren Maliha Henderson-West; Alexander Kuxhausen of Loveland and Charlie Grabowski, of Chicago; and many friends and family in McCook and Wilmington.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. The family will be present from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm to receive friends.&nbsp; A rosary will be recited following the visitation on Wednesday at 7:00 pm also at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 10:00 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook with Father Gary Brethour celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in Calvary Cemetery in McCook.

For everyone’s safety, the family asks that masks be worn indoors. &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Martha Grabowski for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Home of McCook is entrusted with arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Martha M. “Marty” Grabowski, 84, died peacefully on Sunday, January 16th, 2022 at Windsong Memory Care Facility in Greeley, CO.Marty was born in Wilmington, Delaware to Andrew and Veronica (Ziemienski) on January 6, 1938. &nbsp;On June 22, 1957, she married Francis J. Grabowski. She moved with her family in 1973 to the McCook community. In addition to raising a family, Marty worked for J. C. Penney and Curly Olney’s in McCook.&nbsp;&nbsp; Marty was a faithful and active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, serving on the Altar Society and volunteering with Helping Hands.&nbsp; While in McCook, Marty attended Mass every day and helped serve funeral luncheons.&nbsp; In 2014, she moved in with her daughter in Loveland, CO.&nbsp; Advancing Alzheimer’s forced her into memory care in 2019.Preceding her in death were her parents, Andrew and Veronica, her husband, Fran, and daughter, Linda, and many beloved friends, aunts and uncles. Survivors include her three children, Francis "Fran" Grabowski, Jr. and wife, Tammie, of Kalamazoo, MI; Gregory Grabowski of Tallahassee, FL; daughter, Karen and&nbsp; husband, John Kuxhausen, of Loveland, CO; sister, Phyllis Cox of Delaware City, DE; grandchildren: Emmy (Joe) Manko of Baltimore, MD; Andrew (Danielle) Grabowski of Chicago, IL; Kellen (Jill) Seaton of Grand Rapids, MI; Michael Grabowski of Jacksonville, FL; Justin (Olivia) Grabowski of Columbia, SC; Marta Grabowski of Kalamazoo, MI; Nathan Grabowski, of Tallahassee, FL and Joseph (Mandie) Kuxhausen, of Loveland, CO; great-grandchildren Maliha Henderson-West; Alexander Kuxhausen of Loveland and Charlie Grabowski, of Chicago; and many friends and family in McCook and Wilmington.Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. The family will be present from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm to receive friends.&nbsp; A rosary will be recited following the visitation on Wednesday at 7:00 pm also at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 10:00 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook with Father Gary Brethour celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in Calvary Cemetery in McCook.For everyone’s safety, the family asks that masks be worn indoors. &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Martha Grabowski for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Home of McCook is entrusted with arrangements.

Martha M "Marty" Grabowski (1938-2022)

&nbsp; Doris Lorraine (Avery) Hunt was born May 8, 1927, near Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Bertha C. (Hecht) and Phillip “Glen” Avery. As a youngster, Doris grew up and attended school in Kansas, south of Naponee, NE. On June 18, 1945, Doris married Junior Hunt and to this union four children were born: Roger, Sharon, Patricia and Debra. The family first lived in Naponee, NE, Norton County, KS, Frontier County north of McCook, NE, Republican City, NE, and eventually settled in Imperial in 1969. Doris was employed at Jack’s Place as a cook over 20 years until her retirement. Doris was an excellent cook and enjoyed doing embroidery work. Doris was the best Mom ever and she loved being with her children and grandchildren. Doris enjoyed gardening and watching her beautiful flowers bloom. She was loved and will be greatly missed by all her family. Doris passed away at her home in Imperial on Thursday, January 13, 2022. She was 94 years of age. Doris was preceded in death by her husband Junior; sister Helen; brother Marvin; grandson Michael Glaser; sons-in-law Walt Hyle and Tedd Allen. Survivors include: Son: Roger Hunt of Imperial, NE. Daughters: Sharon Allen of Riverton, WY, Patricia Darchuk of Johnstown, CO, and Debra Detter and husband Dan of Loveland, CO. Grandchildren: Scott Hunt, Michelle (Hunt) Hurd, Sherry (Allen) Lewis, Owen Allen, Edward Darchuk, Eric Rizzo, and Shanon Detter. Great-grandchildren: Aaron, Payge, Adrianna, Kassandra, Tiffany, Kelsey, Carlie, Shelbie, Zena, and Tyrzza. Great-great grandchildren: Zoe, Archi and Kal. Brother: Phillip Avery. Funeral Services for Doris will be held Monday, January 24, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (MT), at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial, with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial, NE Visitation will be held Monday, January 24, 2022, 10:00 A.M. until service time at Liewer Funeral Home. A memorial, in Doris’ memory, has been suggested to the Chase County Community Senior Center, Imperial, NE On Line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.Com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Doris Lorraine (Avery) Hunt was born May 8, 1927, near Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Bertha C. (Hecht) and Phillip “Glen” Avery. As a youngster, Doris grew up and attended school in Kansas, south of Naponee, NE. On June 18, 1945, Doris married Junior Hunt and to this union four children were born: Roger, Sharon, Patricia and Debra. The family first lived in Naponee, NE, Norton County, KS, Frontier County north of McCook, NE, Republican City, NE, and eventually settled in Imperial in 1969. Doris was employed at Jack’s Place as a cook over 20 years until her retirement. Doris was an excellent cook and enjoyed doing embroidery work. Doris was the best Mom ever and she loved being with her children and grandchildren. Doris enjoyed gardening and watching her beautiful flowers bloom. She was loved and will be greatly missed by all her family. Doris passed away at her home in Imperial on Thursday, January 13, 2022. She was 94 years of age. Doris was preceded in death by her husband Junior; sister Helen; brother Marvin; grandson Michael Glaser; sons-in-law Walt Hyle and Tedd Allen. Survivors include: Son: Roger Hunt of Imperial, NE. Daughters: Sharon Allen of Riverton, WY, Patricia Darchuk of Johnstown, CO, and Debra Detter and husband Dan of Loveland, CO. Grandchildren: Scott Hunt, Michelle (Hunt) Hurd, Sherry (Allen) Lewis, Owen Allen, Edward Darchuk, Eric Rizzo, and Shanon Detter. Great-grandchildren: Aaron, Payge, Adrianna, Kassandra, Tiffany, Kelsey, Carlie, Shelbie, Zena, and Tyrzza. Great-great grandchildren: Zoe, Archi and Kal. Brother: Phillip Avery. Funeral Services for Doris will be held Monday, January 24, 2022, 2:00 p.m. (MT), at Liewer Funeral Home, Imperial, with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial, NE Visitation will be held Monday, January 24, 2022, 10:00 A.M. until service time at Liewer Funeral Home. A memorial, in Doris’ memory, has been suggested to the Chase County Community Senior Center, Imperial, NE On Line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.Com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris L. Hunt (1927-2022)

&nbsp; Thomas Andrew Maddux was born December 30, 1928 to Wilfred and Vera Maddux. He died at North Platte, Nebraska on January 13, 2022. Tom was a third-generation rancher. He was raised on the Maddux-Brothers Ranch and Feed yard north of Wauneta, Nebraska. In 1947, Tom married Helen Joye Huston. Tom and Helen had four children, Thomas C., Kate, Tammy and Karla. Tom loved to work cattle and train a good horse. It was his father, Wilfred Maddux, who gave Tom his passion to ranch and ride horses. As a teen, Tom looked forward to helping his dad and the Maddux brothers gather cattle from each ranch. He remembers the central location that the cattle were brought to in order to “dip” them in a heated “dipping vat” designed and built by his dad, Wilfred. Much like his dad, Tom embraced the daily tasks of ranching, running a feed yard, and shipping cattle. In the 1960’s, Tom built a camp on the ranch to help kids from challenged backgrounds experience the responsibilities of ranch life and agriculture. He partnered with organizations like Boys Town, among others, to develop a successful youth leadership program. Tom recalled as a teen riding a train from Wauneta, NE to St Joseph MO, that carried the family fat cattle to market. It was those fond memories of cattle trips that encouraged Tom to build his meat plant. In the 1990’s Tom built a USDA approved meat plant in North Platte, NE to sell dry-aged Nebraska beef. He named it “Top Cut” because of his passion for cutting and the products he would sell. In addition to his meat business, Tom partnered with local businesses and ranchers to create the Nebraska Beef for Our Troops Philanthropy. This program provided Nebraska meat products to our Nebraska Troops stationed overseas. Tom was a Recipient of the Nebraska National Guard Patriot Award. Tom credited individuals like Lowell Ferrell and Waldo Haythorn for mentoring him and encouraging his interest in cutting and rodeo. In 2014, Tom was honored with the AQHA 50-Year Cumulative Breeders award. King P-234, Hard Twist, and Doc Bar are the three bloodlines that Tom has always been proud to have in his breeding program. Tom has earned Register of Merit Awards on several good horses he raised and trained. Tom’s passion for horses and ranching lead to his interest in rodeo. Tom’s PRCA Gold Card number reads #137. The events Tom competed in over the years, and won honors were: Team Tying, Team Roping, RCA Calf Roping, RCA Steer Roping, AQHA Reining, AQHA Halter, Racing, and Cutting. Tom had many stories and good memories from his steer tripping years. In the early 60’s Tom was invited to compete to be the face of the famous “Marlboro Man.” In addition to rodeo events in the 1970s and 80’s, Tom turned his attention to driving horses. Tom belonged to the Colorado Driving society. He competed and won titles in tandem and single. Tom’s love of cattle and cutting inspired him to join forces with individuals that were like-minded and wanted a new organization that would promote opportunity for novice cutters. In 1992 the Western Nebraska Cutters Club was born. The success of the club is complimented by the number of members that support it, and continues to cultivate new interest in the sport in Nebraska. Tom was honored to serve in the beginning as the President of the Western NE Cutters Club (WNC). In the late 90’s after moving to the North Platte area, Tom enjoyed mentoring high school rodeo cutters on horses that he bred and trained. Tom’s fondest memories were of spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren on horseback. If you ever had the opportunity to ride along side of Tom in the pasture, you would have found that it was in the saddle where he shared his greatest wisdom. “Horsemen and horsewomen remember, use soft hands, have a forgiving attitude, stay humble, and remember that spurs are for saying `please’”. Tom was proceeded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son, Thomas C. “Sonny” Maddux, Daughters Kate (Brad) Pierson, Tammy (Mike) Peterson, and Karla (Cliff) Leffingwell. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held June 25, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the United Methodist Church in Wauneta with burial to follow at Riverside Cemetery. A Memorial, in Tom’s Memory, has been suggested to the Wauneta and Palisade United Methodist Churches. On Line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Thomas Andrew Maddux was born December 30, 1928 to Wilfred and Vera Maddux. He died at North Platte, Nebraska on January 13, 2022. Tom was a third-generation rancher. He was raised on the Maddux-Brothers Ranch and Feed yard north of Wauneta, Nebraska. In 1947, Tom married Helen Joye Huston. Tom and Helen had four children, Thomas C., Kate, Tammy and Karla. Tom loved to work cattle and train a good horse. It was his father, Wilfred Maddux, who gave Tom his passion to ranch and ride horses. As a teen, Tom looked forward to helping his dad and the Maddux brothers gather cattle from each ranch. He remembers the central location that the cattle were brought to in order to “dip” them in a heated “dipping vat” designed and built by his dad, Wilfred. Much like his dad, Tom embraced the daily tasks of ranching, running a feed yard, and shipping cattle. In the 1960’s, Tom built a camp on the ranch to help kids from challenged backgrounds experience the responsibilities of ranch life and agriculture. He partnered with organizations like Boys Town, among others, to develop a successful youth leadership program. Tom recalled as a teen riding a train from Wauneta, NE to St Joseph MO, that carried the family fat cattle to market. It was those fond memories of cattle trips that encouraged Tom to build his meat plant. In the 1990’s Tom built a USDA approved meat plant in North Platte, NE to sell dry-aged Nebraska beef. He named it “Top Cut” because of his passion for cutting and the products he would sell. In addition to his meat business, Tom partnered with local businesses and ranchers to create the Nebraska Beef for Our Troops Philanthropy. This program provided Nebraska meat products to our Nebraska Troops stationed overseas. Tom was a Recipient of the Nebraska National Guard Patriot Award. Tom credited individuals like Lowell Ferrell and Waldo Haythorn for mentoring him and encouraging his interest in cutting and rodeo. In 2014, Tom was honored with the AQHA 50-Year Cumulative Breeders award. King P-234, Hard Twist, and Doc Bar are the three bloodlines that Tom has always been proud to have in his breeding program. Tom has earned Register of Merit Awards on several good horses he raised and trained. Tom’s passion for horses and ranching lead to his interest in rodeo. Tom’s PRCA Gold Card number reads #137. The events Tom competed in over the years, and won honors were: Team Tying, Team Roping, RCA Calf Roping, RCA Steer Roping, AQHA Reining, AQHA Halter, Racing, and Cutting. Tom had many stories and good memories from his steer tripping years. In the early 60’s Tom was invited to compete to be the face of the famous “Marlboro Man.” In addition to rodeo events in the 1970s and 80’s, Tom turned his attention to driving horses. Tom belonged to the Colorado Driving society. He competed and won titles in tandem and single. Tom’s love of cattle and cutting inspired him to join forces with individuals that were like-minded and wanted a new organization that would promote opportunity for novice cutters. In 1992 the Western Nebraska Cutters Club was born. The success of the club is complimented by the number of members that support it, and continues to cultivate new interest in the sport in Nebraska. Tom was honored to serve in the beginning as the President of the Western NE Cutters Club (WNC). In the late 90’s after moving to the North Platte area, Tom enjoyed mentoring high school rodeo cutters on horses that he bred and trained. Tom’s fondest memories were of spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren on horseback. If you ever had the opportunity to ride along side of Tom in the pasture, you would have found that it was in the saddle where he shared his greatest wisdom. “Horsemen and horsewomen remember, use soft hands, have a forgiving attitude, stay humble, and remember that spurs are for saying `please’”. Tom was proceeded in death by his parents. He is survived by his son, Thomas C. “Sonny” Maddux, Daughters Kate (Brad) Pierson, Tammy (Mike) Peterson, and Karla (Cliff) Leffingwell. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held June 25, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the United Methodist Church in Wauneta with burial to follow at Riverside Cemetery. A Memorial, in Tom’s Memory, has been suggested to the Wauneta and Palisade United Methodist Churches. On Line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com LIEWER FUNERAL HOME ENTRUSTED WITH ARRANGEMENTS&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas A Maddux (1928-2022)

Shianne Thompson, 23, of Oshkosh passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 in Oshkosh.

Funeral Services for Shianne and her unborn child will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at the Oshkosh Community Wesleyan Church with Pastor Bruce Neal officiating.&nbsp; Services will conclude at the church and burial will be held at a later date.

Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>).

Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 4:00 -6:00 pm at the church.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Homes and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Thompson family.

Memorials in Shianne’s name can be made to a fund established for Alex and Luka.

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 </figure>Shianne Thompson, 23, of Oshkosh passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 in Oshkosh.Funeral Services for Shianne and her unborn child will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at the Oshkosh Community Wesleyan Church with Pastor Bruce Neal officiating.&nbsp; Services will conclude at the church and burial will be held at a later date.Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>).Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 4:00 -6:00 pm at the church.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Homes and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Thompson family.Memorials in Shianne’s name can be made to a fund established for Alex and Luka.

Shianne Thompson (1998-2022)

David William Hornkohl, 77, of Ogallala, passed away on&nbsp; January 16, 2022 at the Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was born on November 25, 1944 to Wilbur Ray Hornkohl and Carolyn Glenda (Rowley)&nbsp; at Grant, NE. He attended school at Grant. David was drafted into the Army November 18, 1968, serving in Vietnam. In 1969 he was discharged, and returned to Ogallala. He went to work at TRW and retired from American Shizuki in 2010. He continued to work after his retirement for Union 76 and TA.&nbsp;

David loved woodworking, western movies and country music.

On October 10, 1990 he married Jackie Pierce at Ogallala, Nebraska. David and Jackie continued to live in Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp;David is survived by his loving spouse Jackie, of 31 years; Brother, Dale Hornkohl of Ogallala, NE; two sisters, Deb Holliday of Ogallala, NE, Donna Benker of Sterling, CO; and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dean Hornkohl; and step-father Elmer Kurth. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial services will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022, 1:30 pm at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel, Ogallala, Nebraska, with Rev Lisa Hadler, Congregational Church officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp;Inurnment will take place in the Brule Cemetery, Brule Nebraska with Military Honors by Keith County Veterans &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Congregational Church.

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

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>David William Hornkohl, 77, of Ogallala, passed away on&nbsp; January 16, 2022 at the Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was born on November 25, 1944 to Wilbur Ray Hornkohl and Carolyn Glenda (Rowley)&nbsp; at Grant, NE. He attended school at Grant. David was drafted into the Army November 18, 1968, serving in Vietnam. In 1969 he was discharged, and returned to Ogallala. He went to work at TRW and retired from American Shizuki in 2010. He continued to work after his retirement for Union 76 and TA.&nbsp;David loved woodworking, western movies and country music.On October 10, 1990 he married Jackie Pierce at Ogallala, Nebraska. David and Jackie continued to live in Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp;David is survived by his loving spouse Jackie, of 31 years; Brother, Dale Hornkohl of Ogallala, NE; two sisters, Deb Holliday of Ogallala, NE, Donna Benker of Sterling, CO; and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dean Hornkohl; and step-father Elmer Kurth. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial services will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022, 1:30 pm at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel, Ogallala, Nebraska, with Rev Lisa Hadler, Congregational Church officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp;Inurnment will take place in the Brule Cemetery, Brule Nebraska with Military Honors by Keith County Veterans &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Congregational Church.&nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com. by clicking on the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

David Hornkohl (1944-2022)

John J. Gray, 70 of Keystone, NE, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Ogallala Community Hospital.&nbsp;

He was born May 5, 1951 in Sunrise, Wyoming to Leroy Farrell Gray and Alyce Rose (Bussard) Gray. John graduated high school in 1969 in Trenton, Nebraska. After high school, John furthered his education with some years of college. He worked many jobs throughout his life with his favorite being the years he spent in the oil fields up in Montana and North Dakota. John enjoyed drilling water wells and servicing them. After 26 years, John decided to find a new job closer to home. John liked working for Haggard Drilling in Ogallala, then went to Paxton Well Service before he decided to go on his own for a bit. He put up new windmill towers for the local farmers and ranchers in his area. Before John entered retirement in 2016, he finished his days working as an engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad.

John married Brenda Cross on April 19, 1974 in Mitchell Nebraska. To this union three children were born, Dale, Neil and Wendy.&nbsp;

One of John’s favorite moments in life was working with his sons, Dale and Neil, in the well service. John took pleasure in the outdoors and hunted often with several of his family members. One thing he didn’t enjoy was fishing, and his family knew it was because he didn’t have the patience for a fish to bite the hook. John appreciated the time he spent with his wife, his sister Janet, and Janet’s husband, Roger Skinner. You could catch this bunch gambling when they had the chance. Not only did he enjoy gambling, but if there was a card game ready to be played, John joined in. Teaching was one of John’s best attributes. He loved to teach his grandkids and many other kids about cars. He expressed the importance of every individual knowing how to change the oil or a tire so their cars would run forever. Sometimes late at night like 2:00 or 3:00 a.m., you would catch John and his grandson DJ making things on the metal lathe, which is where some of the best memories were made. John’s grandkids always gave him a hard time which they enjoyed, especially Briana and Cierra. This man loved his family and was known for being a man of few words. When John spoke, everyone knew he was sharing words of wisdom and to listen closely.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Brenda of 47 years, Keystone NE; sons; Dale Gray of Curtis NE, Neil Gray of Keystone NE, daughter Wendy Johnson of Kimball NE, sister Janet Skinner of Ogallala NE, brother Jeffory (Anna) Gray of Ogallala NE, father in law Raymond Cross of Scottsbluff NE, sister in laws; Rayleen (Carlin) VanVelson of Gering NE, Heidi (Rob) Kainard of Mitchell NE, brother in laws; Kirk Cross of Scottsbluff NE, Rick (Kamisha) Buckley of Scottsbluff, Dean Cress of Scottsbluff NE,&nbsp; grandchildren; Briana Gray of Kimball NE, Cierra and Dj Gray of Curtis NE, Ashley Gonzalez &amp; Kelly Kinsinger of Lincoln NE, Ariel Gonzalez of Donna TX, Terrel Gray, Anthony Tovar, Dakota Wilson all of Kimball NE, great grandkids; Tatyana Gray of Kimball NE, Kollin &amp; Kyson Kinsinger of Lincoln NE and Matthias Yanez of Donna TX. His buddy (dog) Goober, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceeded in death by his parents, sisters; Jeannie Gray and Judy Redinger; brother; James Gray, brother in laws; David Redinger and Roger Skinner, mother in law; Selma Vasa, nephews; Timothy Gray, Bruce Redinger, and Cody Gray and a niece Peggy Gray.&nbsp;

A celebration of life with the family will be at a later date.&nbsp;

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 </figure>John J. Gray, 70 of Keystone, NE, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Ogallala Community Hospital.&nbsp;He was born May 5, 1951 in Sunrise, Wyoming to Leroy Farrell Gray and Alyce Rose (Bussard) Gray. John graduated high school in 1969 in Trenton, Nebraska. After high school, John furthered his education with some years of college. He worked many jobs throughout his life with his favorite being the years he spent in the oil fields up in Montana and North Dakota. John enjoyed drilling water wells and servicing them. After 26 years, John decided to find a new job closer to home. John liked working for Haggard Drilling in Ogallala, then went to Paxton Well Service before he decided to go on his own for a bit. He put up new windmill towers for the local farmers and ranchers in his area. Before John entered retirement in 2016, he finished his days working as an engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad.John married Brenda Cross on April 19, 1974 in Mitchell Nebraska. To this union three children were born, Dale, Neil and Wendy.&nbsp;One of John’s favorite moments in life was working with his sons, Dale and Neil, in the well service. John took pleasure in the outdoors and hunted often with several of his family members. One thing he didn’t enjoy was fishing, and his family knew it was because he didn’t have the patience for a fish to bite the hook. John appreciated the time he spent with his wife, his sister Janet, and Janet’s husband, Roger Skinner. You could catch this bunch gambling when they had the chance. Not only did he enjoy gambling, but if there was a card game ready to be played, John joined in. Teaching was one of John’s best attributes. He loved to teach his grandkids and many other kids about cars. He expressed the importance of every individual knowing how to change the oil or a tire so their cars would run forever. Sometimes late at night like 2:00 or 3:00 a.m., you would catch John and his grandson DJ making things on the metal lathe, which is where some of the best memories were made. John’s grandkids always gave him a hard time which they enjoyed, especially Briana and Cierra. This man loved his family and was known for being a man of few words. When John spoke, everyone knew he was sharing words of wisdom and to listen closely.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Brenda of 47 years, Keystone NE; sons; Dale Gray of Curtis NE, Neil Gray of Keystone NE, daughter Wendy Johnson of Kimball NE, sister Janet Skinner of Ogallala NE, brother Jeffory (Anna) Gray of Ogallala NE, father in law Raymond Cross of Scottsbluff NE, sister in laws; Rayleen (Carlin) VanVelson of Gering NE, Heidi (Rob) Kainard of Mitchell NE, brother in laws; Kirk Cross of Scottsbluff NE, Rick (Kamisha) Buckley of Scottsbluff, Dean Cress of Scottsbluff NE,&nbsp; grandchildren; Briana Gray of Kimball NE, Cierra and Dj Gray of Curtis NE, Ashley Gonzalez &amp; Kelly Kinsinger of Lincoln NE, Ariel Gonzalez of Donna TX, Terrel Gray, Anthony Tovar, Dakota Wilson all of Kimball NE, great grandkids; Tatyana Gray of Kimball NE, Kollin &amp; Kyson Kinsinger of Lincoln NE and Matthias Yanez of Donna TX. His buddy (dog) Goober, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceeded in death by his parents, sisters; Jeannie Gray and Judy Redinger; brother; James Gray, brother in laws; David Redinger and Roger Skinner, mother in law; Selma Vasa, nephews; Timothy Gray, Bruce Redinger, and Cody Gray and a niece Peggy Gray.&nbsp;A celebration of life with the family will be at a later date.&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

John J. Gray (1951-2022)

Tammy Jo Castor, 50, of North Platte, passed away January 15, 2022 at the Ogallala Community Hospital, Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born April 24, 1971 to Roger and Virginia (Miller) Castor.&nbsp;

Tammy grew up in Greeley and Fort Morgan, Colorado.&nbsp; She attended high school in Colorado and moved to North Platte in 2006.&nbsp; In 1992, Tammy gave birth to her daughter, Brianna and in 1999 she gave birth to her son, Jayden.&nbsp; She worked at various hotels, mostly at Travelers Inn as a housekeeper.&nbsp; She loved cats, doing different crafts and showering her grandkids with gifts and a lot of love.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Tammy Jo Castor, 50, of North Platte, passed away January 15, 2022 at the Ogallala Community Hospital, Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born April 24, 1971 to Roger and Virginia (Miller) Castor.&nbsp;Tammy grew up in Greeley and Fort Morgan, Colorado.&nbsp; She attended high school in Colorado and moved to North Platte in 2006.&nbsp; In 1992, Tammy gave birth to her daughter, Brianna and in 1999 she gave birth to her son, Jayden.&nbsp; She worked at various hotels, mostly at Travelers Inn as a housekeeper.&nbsp; She loved cats, doing different crafts and showering her grandkids with gifts and a lot of love.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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