Dennis Johnathen Wasson, born on June 17, 1954, in Palm Beach, FL, passed away June 13, 2024, in McCook, NE at the age of 69. Dennis was a son, a brother, an uncle, and a friend to many.&nbsp;

Dennis' journey began in the vibrant city of Palm Beach, FL, as the beloved son of George "Bud" Wasson. He spent his formative years navigating the diverse landscapes of Florida before embarking on a path of service and dedication. A proud alumnus of Coral Park High School in Miami, Florida, Dennis answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Army in 1973.&nbsp;

His military journey took him to various corners of the world - from basic training in Columbus, South Carolina, to engineering school in Virginia and finally stationed in Germany for three honorable years. As an electrical and mechanical engineer, Dennis exemplified courage and commitment in every role he undertook.

&nbsp;Transitioning to civilian life after six years of commendable service, Dennis found his niche as a skilled welder. His passion for craftsmanship extended beyond his professional endeavors; he was an avid enthusiast of race cars and tough trucks. Weekends were synonymous with roaring engines and fierce competitions as Dennis fearlessly navigated the local circuits alongside his father under the renowned car number #55.

&nbsp;In 2001, Dennis followed his family to Danbury where he embarked on a new chapter with Valmont for over eight prosperous years. His work ethic and dedication shone brightly in every task he undertook.&nbsp;

Dennis leaves behind a legacy cherished by his surviving father Bud Wasson, sister Karen (Craig) Porter, brothers James Wasson and Michael Wasson, niece Desiree Porter, nephews Christopher Porter and Donovan Porter, great niece Clementine Porter, great nephew Atticus Porter, and multiple aunts and cousins in the area. His memory will forever resonate with those who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with this remarkable gentleman.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Donor’s Charity of Choice and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, c/o the Wasson Family, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001.

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 </figure>Dennis Johnathen Wasson, born on June 17, 1954, in Palm Beach, FL, passed away June 13, 2024, in McCook, NE at the age of 69. Dennis was a son, a brother, an uncle, and a friend to many.&nbsp;Dennis' journey began in the vibrant city of Palm Beach, FL, as the beloved son of George "Bud" Wasson. He spent his formative years navigating the diverse landscapes of Florida before embarking on a path of service and dedication. A proud alumnus of Coral Park High School in Miami, Florida, Dennis answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Army in 1973.&nbsp;His military journey took him to various corners of the world - from basic training in Columbus, South Carolina, to engineering school in Virginia and finally stationed in Germany for three honorable years. As an electrical and mechanical engineer, Dennis exemplified courage and commitment in every role he undertook.&nbsp;Transitioning to civilian life after six years of commendable service, Dennis found his niche as a skilled welder. His passion for craftsmanship extended beyond his professional endeavors; he was an avid enthusiast of race cars and tough trucks. Weekends were synonymous with roaring engines and fierce competitions as Dennis fearlessly navigated the local circuits alongside his father under the renowned car number #55.&nbsp;In 2001, Dennis followed his family to Danbury where he embarked on a new chapter with Valmont for over eight prosperous years. His work ethic and dedication shone brightly in every task he undertook.&nbsp;Dennis leaves behind a legacy cherished by his surviving father Bud Wasson, sister Karen (Craig) Porter, brothers James Wasson and Michael Wasson, niece Desiree Porter, nephews Christopher Porter and Donovan Porter, great niece Clementine Porter, great nephew Atticus Porter, and multiple aunts and cousins in the area. His memory will forever resonate with those who were fortunate enough to have crossed paths with this remarkable gentleman.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to the Donor’s Charity of Choice and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, c/o the Wasson Family, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001.

Dennis Johnathen Wasson (1954-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry Dale Rich was born on October 17, 1938 to Royal and Louise (Samuelson) Rich in McCook, Nebraska. He grew up in McCook and after graduating from high school continued his education at McCook Community College and the University of Northern Colorado.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry married Janet Eckhardt in 1959 in McCook, Nebraska. They moved to Colorado where they raised their two daughters: Kimberly and Stacy, in Littleton.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry worked in the insurance industry for 42 years. Upon retirement, Larry and Janet returned to their hometown of McCook where they have enjoyed family, friends, and their church community.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry had a lifelong interest in sports. Throughout school he played baseball, basketball and tennis. This passion continued as an avid tennis player and little league baseball coach. Larry was also a great outdoors-man who loved to hunt and fish with his family.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry was a kind, loving and generous man with a quirky sense of humor. He will be loved forever and forever missed by all who loved him.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry was proceeded in death by his parents, Royal and Louise Rich; in-laws, Gary and Dorothy Eckhardt; daughter, Kimberly Allen; brother, Dr. Royal Rich and wife, Jeraldine “Jeri”.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry is survived by his wife, Janet (Eckhardt) Rich; daughter, Stacy Marra and husband Marc of Phoenix, AZ; brother Harry Rich and wife, Liana of McCook; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and nine nieces and nephews.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and a private family graveside service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2024.

&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in his name to the Memorial Methodist Church. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry Dale Rich was born on October 17, 1938 to Royal and Louise (Samuelson) Rich in McCook, Nebraska. He grew up in McCook and after graduating from high school continued his education at McCook Community College and the University of Northern Colorado.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry married Janet Eckhardt in 1959 in McCook, Nebraska. They moved to Colorado where they raised their two daughters: Kimberly and Stacy, in Littleton.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry worked in the insurance industry for 42 years. Upon retirement, Larry and Janet returned to their hometown of McCook where they have enjoyed family, friends, and their church community.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry had a lifelong interest in sports. Throughout school he played baseball, basketball and tennis. This passion continued as an avid tennis player and little league baseball coach. Larry was also a great outdoors-man who loved to hunt and fish with his family.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry was a kind, loving and generous man with a quirky sense of humor. He will be loved forever and forever missed by all who loved him.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry was proceeded in death by his parents, Royal and Louise Rich; in-laws, Gary and Dorothy Eckhardt; daughter, Kimberly Allen; brother, Dr. Royal Rich and wife, Jeraldine “Jeri”.&nbsp; &nbsp; Larry is survived by his wife, Janet (Eckhardt) Rich; daughter, Stacy Marra and husband Marc of Phoenix, AZ; brother Harry Rich and wife, Liana of McCook; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and nine nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and a private family graveside service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2024.&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in his name to the Memorial Methodist Church. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Larry Rich (1938-2024)

Whitney&nbsp;Seals was born February 18, 1987, to Robert and Christine Seals at Mason City, Iowa. &nbsp;She passed away at Great Plains Health in North Platte on June 16, 2024, at the age of 37.

By the time she was 3 years old, Whitney was confined to a wheelchair and when she was 5 she had a power wheelchair. &nbsp;

Whitney grew up in Ogallala and after graduating from high school she was a volunteer at Indian Hills Nursing Home. &nbsp;She later became a mother and took care of her daughter the best that she could.

She was preceded in death by her father and brothers, Robert Jr. and Daniel.

Whitney is survived by her mother, Christine, and daughter, Clareese, of North Platte.

Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date. &nbsp;Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Whitney Seals</figcaption>
 </figure>Whitney&nbsp;Seals was born February 18, 1987, to Robert and Christine Seals at Mason City, Iowa. &nbsp;She passed away at Great Plains Health in North Platte on June 16, 2024, at the age of 37.By the time she was 3 years old, Whitney was confined to a wheelchair and when she was 5 she had a power wheelchair. &nbsp;Whitney grew up in Ogallala and after graduating from high school she was a volunteer at Indian Hills Nursing Home. &nbsp;She later became a mother and took care of her daughter the best that she could.She was preceded in death by her father and brothers, Robert Jr. and Daniel.Whitney is survived by her mother, Christine, and daughter, Clareese, of North Platte.Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date. &nbsp;Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Whitney Seals (1987-2024)

Paul "John" Lee of Madrid, Nebraska, passed away on June 13, 2024, at the Chase County Hospital in Imperial Nebraska at 97 years of life well lived. John was born on November 14, 1926, in Perkins County, Nebraska, to Rue and Della (Costin) Lee, Jr. He was the 5th born of 6 children. John attended Madrid High School and graduated from The Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis in 1945.

John was a devoted husband to Erna Rae Erlewine, whom he married on November 21, 1951, in Madrid. Their union was blessed with four children: Teresa, Doug, Bryan, and Jay. John and Erna made their home south of Madrid where they farmed and raised livestock including cattle and hogs. John was a faithful Christian man who was a member of the Madrid United Methodist Church. It was his deep love for the land that he continued to farm and ranch in Perkins County for the remainder of this life.

John was never one to shy away from hard work. He also had a special charism for ensuring that everyone towed the line...his way. John was known for many things especially being extremely frugal and his one of a kind, bigger-than-life personality. He held the patent on shrewdness and dispensed quotable one-liners with great reliability almost anytime he wandered around in public. He was a man of many talents, but his ability to connect with people was exceptional. John outlived many of his family members and friends, however, his ability to connect with others made him countless friends spanning through the generations. Some of these strong friendships were with others up to 50 or more years younger. It is no doubt John's legend will live on.

John had a great love for family especially his wife, children, and his many grand and great-grandchildren. He was especially proud to see all his grandchildren graduate and get married. He loved kids of all ages and always seemed to develop a special bond with those who grew up around the farm even treating the hired men's kids like they were his own grandkids. John often went out of his way to give the kids a piece of candy, riding his lawn mower to where the kids would be waiting. John himself had a sweet tooth, especially when it came to ice cream, chocolate and desserts.

Much like the life of a Farmer, life is gamble, and John loved a good trip to the casino. He was always on the lookout for Aces, loved slot machine tournaments and the excitement of a craps table. If you were lucky enough to make a trip to Vegas with John, it most certainly is a fond memory.

John truly was a one-of-one. Always full of stories, some true and others exaggerated, but all of them enjoyable. A run-in with John always meant a smile, one that typically held on for a lot longer than just the conversation. He was good-hearted, endearing, hilarious, legendary, devious and sometimes a little "grouchy."

John Lee leaves behind a tremendous legacy. One that fills hearts of many generations of family and friends with laughter, joy, and countless memories. Rest easy, John, your work here is done. Don't worry... "we'll close the gate."

John is preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Erna Rae; son, Doug Lee; and grandson, Matthew Lee; brothers, Robert and Francis Lee; sisters, Katherine Coleman, Mary Nutt, and Dorothy Otten.

John is survived by his children, Teresa (Ricky) Nowak of Bennington, Bryan (Chris) Lee of North Platte, and Jay (Dana) Lee of Madrid; daughter-in-law Penny Lee of Grant; 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild along with many other relatives and friends.

Memorials are suggested to the Madrid Cemetery or the Perkins County Senior Center in memory of John. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com

Services will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 10:30 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 5 pm until 8 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>John Lee</figcaption>
 </figure>Paul "John" Lee of Madrid, Nebraska, passed away on June 13, 2024, at the Chase County Hospital in Imperial Nebraska at 97 years of life well lived. John was born on November 14, 1926, in Perkins County, Nebraska, to Rue and Della (Costin) Lee, Jr. He was the 5th born of 6 children. John attended Madrid High School and graduated from The Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis in 1945.John was a devoted husband to Erna Rae Erlewine, whom he married on November 21, 1951, in Madrid. Their union was blessed with four children: Teresa, Doug, Bryan, and Jay. John and Erna made their home south of Madrid where they farmed and raised livestock including cattle and hogs. John was a faithful Christian man who was a member of the Madrid United Methodist Church. It was his deep love for the land that he continued to farm and ranch in Perkins County for the remainder of this life.John was never one to shy away from hard work. He also had a special charism for ensuring that everyone towed the line...his way. John was known for many things especially being extremely frugal and his one of a kind, bigger-than-life personality. He held the patent on shrewdness and dispensed quotable one-liners with great reliability almost anytime he wandered around in public. He was a man of many talents, but his ability to connect with people was exceptional. John outlived many of his family members and friends, however, his ability to connect with others made him countless friends spanning through the generations. Some of these strong friendships were with others up to 50 or more years younger. It is no doubt John's legend will live on.John had a great love for family especially his wife, children, and his many grand and great-grandchildren. He was especially proud to see all his grandchildren graduate and get married. He loved kids of all ages and always seemed to develop a special bond with those who grew up around the farm even treating the hired men's kids like they were his own grandkids. John often went out of his way to give the kids a piece of candy, riding his lawn mower to where the kids would be waiting. John himself had a sweet tooth, especially when it came to ice cream, chocolate and desserts.Much like the life of a Farmer, life is gamble, and John loved a good trip to the casino. He was always on the lookout for Aces, loved slot machine tournaments and the excitement of a craps table. If you were lucky enough to make a trip to Vegas with John, it most certainly is a fond memory.John truly was a one-of-one. Always full of stories, some true and others exaggerated, but all of them enjoyable. A run-in with John always meant a smile, one that typically held on for a lot longer than just the conversation. He was good-hearted, endearing, hilarious, legendary, devious and sometimes a little "grouchy."John Lee leaves behind a tremendous legacy. One that fills hearts of many generations of family and friends with laughter, joy, and countless memories. Rest easy, John, your work here is done. Don't worry... "we'll close the gate."John is preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Erna Rae; son, Doug Lee; and grandson, Matthew Lee; brothers, Robert and Francis Lee; sisters, Katherine Coleman, Mary Nutt, and Dorothy Otten.John is survived by his children, Teresa (Ricky) Nowak of Bennington, Bryan (Chris) Lee of North Platte, and Jay (Dana) Lee of Madrid; daughter-in-law Penny Lee of Grant; 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild along with many other relatives and friends.Memorials are suggested to the Madrid Cemetery or the Perkins County Senior Center in memory of John. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.comServices will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 10:30 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 5 pm until 8 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.Bullock-Long Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

John Lee (1926-2024)

&nbsp; Hi!&nbsp; This is Richard Brent Deckert.&nbsp; Something about having pancreatic cancer for over 5 years and going through over 84 chemo's gave me plenty of time to think about my obituary.

I'm joining my dad and mom, Howard and Anita Deckert, along with my sister, Pat Owen, in heaven.&nbsp; I'm leaving Nancy, my beautiful wife of over 40 years, my loving daughter, Krysti, my funny granddaughter, Ellanor, my brother, Tom and his wife Theresa, and brother-in-law, Ken, to venture on through this world until we meet again.

I was born September 15, 1954, in North Platte, NE, and headed up the stairway to heaven on June 14, 2024, at home surrounded by my family who I love.

Growing up we traveled a lot from North Platte to California to Sterling, CO, to Evergreen, CO, then settling down in Noblesville, IN, for 16 years.&nbsp; That's where I graduated from the great class of '72 and married my high school sweetheart, Deborah Hillard.&nbsp; I went to work at Riverview Hospital in the storeroom for 6 years before going to work with my dad at the GM plant, Delco Remy. 

After layoffs, we decided to move back to North Platte in 1980. I worked at Wheelers for a year before going to work at Western Supply.&nbsp; I eventually changed Western's name to Winnelson when I bought into thechain and I was the President for 17 years.

In 1982 I met my future forever bride, Nancy Allen.&nbsp; We married in '84. 

I semi-retired at the ripe old age of 54.&nbsp; I bought a Harley and lone wolfed it from coast-to-coast in 90 days.&nbsp; I still worked part-time at Winsupply (heating and plumbing warehouse), working with all the employees and customers to the end was so much fun.&nbsp; Looking back, God guided me through all the curves of my life.

Sports was a huge part of my life.&nbsp; I loved bowling, golfing, baseball/softball, running and pickleball.&nbsp; My best accomplishments were bowling 4-300's and running 3 marathons after the age of 60.&nbsp; The biggest part of my life was my family and friends.&nbsp; My hundreds of Praying Warriors went from coast-to-coast with me.&nbsp; They kept me going with their texts, messages and prayers.&nbsp; I cannot thank them enough. The Platte River Fitness Series and the Pickleball Association have made such an impact in my life.

Jesus has rescued me from my sin and has forgiven me fully.&nbsp; The Berean Church has been my inspiration.&nbsp; Thank you Father, Son and Holy Spirit for this blessed life.&nbsp; The End.

Celebration of Richard's life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 20, at the Berean Church. Feel free to wear your favorite race/sports t-shirt.&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Visitation is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday with family greeting from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.

&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice.

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 <figcaption>Richard Deckert</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp; Hi!&nbsp; This is Richard Brent Deckert.&nbsp; Something about having pancreatic cancer for over 5 years and going through over 84 chemo's gave me plenty of time to think about my obituary.I'm joining my dad and mom, Howard and Anita Deckert, along with my sister, Pat Owen, in heaven.&nbsp; I'm leaving Nancy, my beautiful wife of over 40 years, my loving daughter, Krysti, my funny granddaughter, Ellanor, my brother, Tom and his wife Theresa, and brother-in-law, Ken, to venture on through this world until we meet again.I was born September 15, 1954, in North Platte, NE, and headed up the stairway to heaven on June 14, 2024, at home surrounded by my family who I love.Growing up we traveled a lot from North Platte to California to Sterling, CO, to Evergreen, CO, then settling down in Noblesville, IN, for 16 years.&nbsp; That's where I graduated from the great class of '72 and married my high school sweetheart, Deborah Hillard.&nbsp; I went to work at Riverview Hospital in the storeroom for 6 years before going to work with my dad at the GM plant, Delco Remy. After layoffs, we decided to move back to North Platte in 1980. I worked at Wheelers for a year before going to work at Western Supply.&nbsp; I eventually changed Western's name to Winnelson when I bought into thechain and I was the President for 17 years.In 1982 I met my future forever bride, Nancy Allen.&nbsp; We married in '84. I semi-retired at the ripe old age of 54.&nbsp; I bought a Harley and lone wolfed it from coast-to-coast in 90 days.&nbsp; I still worked part-time at Winsupply (heating and plumbing warehouse), working with all the employees and customers to the end was so much fun.&nbsp; Looking back, God guided me through all the curves of my life.Sports was a huge part of my life.&nbsp; I loved bowling, golfing, baseball/softball, running and pickleball.&nbsp; My best accomplishments were bowling 4-300's and running 3 marathons after the age of 60.&nbsp; The biggest part of my life was my family and friends.&nbsp; My hundreds of Praying Warriors went from coast-to-coast with me.&nbsp; They kept me going with their texts, messages and prayers.&nbsp; I cannot thank them enough. The Platte River Fitness Series and the Pickleball Association have made such an impact in my life.Jesus has rescued me from my sin and has forgiven me fully.&nbsp; The Berean Church has been my inspiration.&nbsp; Thank you Father, Son and Holy Spirit for this blessed life.&nbsp; The End.Celebration of Richard's life will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 20, at the Berean Church. Feel free to wear your favorite race/sports t-shirt.&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Visitation is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday with family greeting from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.

&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice.

Richard Brent Deckert (1954-2024)

Shirley Elizabeth Dike, age 76, of McCook, NE, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Kearney, NE.

Shirley was born on December 16, 1947, to Gilbert and Elizabeth (Price) Robarchek in McCook, Nebraska. She was raised in McCook, alongside her beloved siblings, brother Jack and sister Joann. After completing her education, Shirley attended beauty school and worked as a waitress. On July 6, 1968, she married the love of her life, Bob Dike, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in McCook.

Shirley loved westerns and was known best for her culinary skills. Her home was always filled with the aroma of her elaborate and delicious meals, which she lovingly prepared for her family and friends. Her cooking brought people together, creating cherished memories around the dining table. Shirley was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Shirley is proceeded in death by her husband Robert “Bob” Dike, parents; brother, Jack Robarchek; sister, Joann McIlravy; daughter, Tiffany; and great-grandchild, Kadence.

Those left to celebrate are son, Rob (Tammy) Dike of McCook, NE; brother in law, Larry (Linda) Dike of Sherman, TX; eight grandchildren, Kade, McKenna, Shelby (Tanner), Kristen, Haylee, Reyce, Kasandra, and Christina; eight great-grandchildren, Ella, Ayra, Everly, Jaylynne, Jacob, Jaxston, Raylynn and Winter; numerous extended family and friends and very special friend Beverly Burton.

Memorials are suggested in Shirley’s name to McCook Humane Society, PO Box 13, McCook, NE 69001.

A Memorial Service will held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, beginning at 2:30 PM at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, with Father Gary Brethour officiating.&nbsp;

Inurnment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook.&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>Shirley Elizabeth Dike, age 76, of McCook, NE, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Kearney, NE.Shirley was born on December 16, 1947, to Gilbert and Elizabeth (Price) Robarchek in McCook, Nebraska. She was raised in McCook, alongside her beloved siblings, brother Jack and sister Joann. After completing her education, Shirley attended beauty school and worked as a waitress. On July 6, 1968, she married the love of her life, Bob Dike, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in McCook.Shirley loved westerns and was known best for her culinary skills. Her home was always filled with the aroma of her elaborate and delicious meals, which she lovingly prepared for her family and friends. Her cooking brought people together, creating cherished memories around the dining table. Shirley was a member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.Shirley is proceeded in death by her husband Robert “Bob” Dike, parents; brother, Jack Robarchek; sister, Joann McIlravy; daughter, Tiffany; and great-grandchild, Kadence.Those left to celebrate are son, Rob (Tammy) Dike of McCook, NE; brother in law, Larry (Linda) Dike of Sherman, TX; eight grandchildren, Kade, McKenna, Shelby (Tanner), Kristen, Haylee, Reyce, Kasandra, and Christina; eight great-grandchildren, Ella, Ayra, Everly, Jaylynne, Jacob, Jaxston, Raylynn and Winter; numerous extended family and friends and very special friend Beverly Burton.Memorials are suggested in Shirley’s name to McCook Humane Society, PO Box 13, McCook, NE 69001.A Memorial Service will held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, beginning at 2:30 PM at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, with Father Gary Brethour officiating.&nbsp;Inurnment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook.&nbsp;Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.com to sign the online guestbook for the family.&nbsp;

Shirley E Dike (1947-2024)

Kirk Sprague was born the 5th child to John W. “Jack” and Marion Sprague on June 8, 1954, in Holyoke, CO. He attended school and graduated from Holyoke High School. He enjoyed playing sports until an injury ended that.

He was a popular student and senior class president his senior year. After graduating from Holyoke, he went on to attend CSU, later graduating with a degree in agriculture. He was born to be a farmer. He loved spending time on the tractor with his dad and could be found in the fields as soon as he was potty trained.&nbsp;

He loved running trucks, tractors, and any equipment his dad would let him run. He spent most of his life working in the ag fields. He did at one time become an over the road trucker where he enjoyed seeing everything from New York to the West coast. Kirk also owned a bar in Holyoke for a short period, called Ralph’s bar. Appropriately named after his best friend at the time, Ralph, a very large black dog of some kind.&nbsp;

Shortly after he met the love of his life, Janet Ives. They were married June 18th, 1984, in Hot Springs, Wyoming. They were not blessed to have any children but were blessed to spoil numerous nieces and nephews. In his later life, he and Janet owned and operated the 12th Street Café in Imperial. He and Janet were both excellent cooks. People from all around loved their cooking.&nbsp;

Kirk was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Jon, and sister, Shelley.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Janet, two sisters, Andrea and Judy DeLoache, mother-in-law, Karen Flagg, and sister-in-law JoAnne Ives, and lots of friends and extended family.&nbsp;

A graveside inurnment will be held Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Lakeview Cemetery in Champion, Nebraska.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Janet Sprague.&nbsp;

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

Kirk Sprague was born the 5th child to John W. “Jack” and Marion Sprague on June 8, 1954, in Holyoke, CO. He attended school and graduated from Holyoke High School. He enjoyed playing sports until an injury ended that.He was a popular student and senior class president his senior year. After graduating from Holyoke, he went on to attend CSU, later graduating with a degree in agriculture. He was born to be a farmer. He loved spending time on the tractor with his dad and could be found in the fields as soon as he was potty trained.&nbsp;He loved running trucks, tractors, and any equipment his dad would let him run. He spent most of his life working in the ag fields. He did at one time become an over the road trucker where he enjoyed seeing everything from New York to the West coast. Kirk also owned a bar in Holyoke for a short period, called Ralph’s bar. Appropriately named after his best friend at the time, Ralph, a very large black dog of some kind.&nbsp;Shortly after he met the love of his life, Janet Ives. They were married June 18th, 1984, in Hot Springs, Wyoming. They were not blessed to have any children but were blessed to spoil numerous nieces and nephews. In his later life, he and Janet owned and operated the 12th Street Café in Imperial. He and Janet were both excellent cooks. People from all around loved their cooking.&nbsp;Kirk was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Jon, and sister, Shelley.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Janet, two sisters, Andrea and Judy DeLoache, mother-in-law, Karen Flagg, and sister-in-law JoAnne Ives, and lots of friends and extended family.&nbsp;A graveside inurnment will be held Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Lakeview Cemetery in Champion, Nebraska.Memorial Contributions may be made to Janet Sprague.&nbsp;Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.liewerfunerahlhome.com

Kirk Sprague (1954-2024)

Rex L. George, 78, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;He was born on October 28, 1945 in Cheyenne, WY the son of Louis and Alta Marie (Mick) George.

Following high school Rex joined the U.S. Army and served for four years, including 32 months in Germany. &nbsp;He earned his B.S. degree in science from Kearney State College. &nbsp;Rex was married on November 20, 1970 to Linda Jordening and together they had one son Kyle. &nbsp;Rex taught science for 3 years in Guide Rock and spent the rest of his teaching career for 28 years in the Hershey school district. &nbsp;He was a beloved teacher who inspired his students to always do their very best. &nbsp;He enjoyed practice shooting, and spending time with his family.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years, Linda; son, Kyle George of North Platte; brother, Gerry George of Gurley; sisters, Dayle (Jack) Craig of Sidney, and Billie-Sue Pearce of Guthrie, OK; nieces, Brooke (Derek) Lloyd of Sidney, Mindy Jordening of Alma; nephews, Tyson Jordening of Blue Hill, Trenton (Jadaysa) Jordening of Blue Hill; brothers in law, Alan Jordening, and Terry (Kay) Jordening both of Blue Hill; sister in law, Cheri Jordening of Hastings.

He was predeceased by his parents; sister-in-law, Judy George; brothers in law, Norman Pearce and Donn Jordening; and nephews, Sean and Chad.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Wade Hudson officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in the North Platte Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.

Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Rex L. George, 78, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;He was born on October 28, 1945 in Cheyenne, WY the son of Louis and Alta Marie (Mick) George.Following high school Rex joined the U.S. Army and served for four years, including 32 months in Germany. &nbsp;He earned his B.S. degree in science from Kearney State College. &nbsp;Rex was married on November 20, 1970 to Linda Jordening and together they had one son Kyle. &nbsp;Rex taught science for 3 years in Guide Rock and spent the rest of his teaching career for 28 years in the Hershey school district. &nbsp;He was a beloved teacher who inspired his students to always do their very best. &nbsp;He enjoyed practice shooting, and spending time with his family.Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years, Linda; son, Kyle George of North Platte; brother, Gerry George of Gurley; sisters, Dayle (Jack) Craig of Sidney, and Billie-Sue Pearce of Guthrie, OK; nieces, Brooke (Derek) Lloyd of Sidney, Mindy Jordening of Alma; nephews, Tyson Jordening of Blue Hill, Trenton (Jadaysa) Jordening of Blue Hill; brothers in law, Alan Jordening, and Terry (Kay) Jordening both of Blue Hill; sister in law, Cheri Jordening of Hastings.He was predeceased by his parents; sister-in-law, Judy George; brothers in law, Norman Pearce and Donn Jordening; and nephews, Sean and Chad.Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Wade Hudson officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in the North Platte Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Rex L. George (1945-2024)

On Sunday June 9th, 2024, Rebecca Anne Peterson passed away peacefully into Gods arms, at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. Becky was born August 10, 1957, in Holyoke, Colorado to Donald and Shirley Vernon. She graduated from Holyoke High School in 1975 and worked at Melissa Memorial Hospital until 1982. Then, in the summer of 1982, she met her husband to be, Randal Peterson. They married October 1, 1982, and began a 42-year run of God's Blessings.

Becky and Randy begat 3 children: Randal Peterson Jr., Lena Peterson and Andrew Peterson. They moved to the old C-12 Ranch west of Wray, Colorado in 1984. In 1989 Becky and Randy moved to North Platte, Nebraska. Becky worked for Home Health Care for 4 years taking care of older people that were still living in their homes, then worked for Paulson Cement Company for 15 years.

Becky is preceded in death by mother Shirley (Vernon) Kroeger, Father Donald Vernon, stepfather Clarence Kroeger, brother Lenny Vernon.

She is survived by husband Randy, children Randy Jr. of North Platte, Lena (Dustin) Harris of Hershey, NE, Andrew Peterson of Aurora, CO; sisters Peggy Brown of Holyoke, CO, Sheri (Tommy) Bornhoft of Fleming, CO, Lona (Dave) Salyards of Haxton, CO; brothers Rodney (Sharon) Vernon of Holyoke of CO, and Jerry Kroeger of Holyoke, CO; grandchildren Brayden, Brianna, and Baileigh; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. (MT) Thursday, June 20, at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 A.M. (MT) at the Imperial Berean Church with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Interment to follow at Crete Cemetery in Chase County.

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 </figure>On Sunday June 9th, 2024, Rebecca Anne Peterson passed away peacefully into Gods arms, at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. Becky was born August 10, 1957, in Holyoke, Colorado to Donald and Shirley Vernon. She graduated from Holyoke High School in 1975 and worked at Melissa Memorial Hospital until 1982. Then, in the summer of 1982, she met her husband to be, Randal Peterson. They married October 1, 1982, and began a 42-year run of God's Blessings.Becky and Randy begat 3 children: Randal Peterson Jr., Lena Peterson and Andrew Peterson. They moved to the old C-12 Ranch west of Wray, Colorado in 1984. In 1989 Becky and Randy moved to North Platte, Nebraska. Becky worked for Home Health Care for 4 years taking care of older people that were still living in their homes, then worked for Paulson Cement Company for 15 years.Becky is preceded in death by mother Shirley (Vernon) Kroeger, Father Donald Vernon, stepfather Clarence Kroeger, brother Lenny Vernon.She is survived by husband Randy, children Randy Jr. of North Platte, Lena (Dustin) Harris of Hershey, NE, Andrew Peterson of Aurora, CO; sisters Peggy Brown of Holyoke, CO, Sheri (Tommy) Bornhoft of Fleming, CO, Lona (Dave) Salyards of Haxton, CO; brothers Rodney (Sharon) Vernon of Holyoke of CO, and Jerry Kroeger of Holyoke, CO; grandchildren Brayden, Brianna, and Baileigh; along with numerous nieces and nephews.Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. (MT) Thursday, June 20, at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 A.M. (MT) at the Imperial Berean Church with Pastor Matt Maxwell officiating. Interment to follow at Crete Cemetery in Chase County.

Rebecca Peterson (1957-2024)

Marjorie Ann Boesen, 95, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31, 2024 at Linden Court. &nbsp;

Marjorie was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on December 27, 1928 to Ernest and Josephine Knoll. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 70 years, Marvin; and her sister Louise. &nbsp;She attended Catholic school in Nebraska City and Nebraska Business College in Omaha. &nbsp;An early adventurer, she travelled in the late 1940s with a friend via train from Omaha to Denver, taking a bus to Rocky Mountain National Park to ride horses and see the mountains.

She met Marvin at a dance in Nebraska City and they were married on August 1, 1953. In 2023 they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with many friends and relatives. &nbsp;Marge was a loving and dutiful wife and mother of three boys: Mike, Mark, and Monte. She raised the boys as Catholics and guided them to be good men. Throughout her life, she lived in many places across Nebraska, following her husband’s career, before making North Platte their forever home in 1969. Marjorie was the office administrator at the American General Life Insurance office in North Platte for 25 years. Later, upon retirement, Marvin and Marge travelled and wintered in Rockport, TX where they enjoyed the friendship of fellow snowbirds. Wherever she went, she made friends, always wanted to try something new, and if it included fun, so much the better.

A gifted artist, she created myriads of pastel and oil works for her home and family as well as crafting beautiful quilts from treasured materials. She was rewarded in life with many friends and social groups including the Water Lily Water Aerobics for over 40 years, Mahjongg league, and the Holy Spirit rosary group. Through her strong faith, humor, and good-natured soul, she found joy in life that also brought much joy to others.

Marjorie is survived by her three sons: Mike (Lisa) of Fort Collins, Colorado; Mark (Patty) of Machesney Park, Illinois; and Monte (Jackie) of Malcolm, Nebraska; grandchildren: Christopher (Tomball, Texas) and Matthew (Cypress, Texas), Michelle (Mito, Japan) and Mark Jr. (Gurnee, Illinois), Heather Lovejoy (Roscoe, Illinois), Andrea Featherston (Roscoe, Illinois), John (Cambridge, Massachusetts), Kyler (Pingree Grove, Illinois); and great grandchildren: Brooke and Beau (Tomball, Texas), Penelope (Cypress, TX), and many nieces and nephews.

Inurnment will be at Loup Fork Cemetery in Boelus, Nebraska with many generations of Marvin’s paternal ancestors.

The family would like to express gratitude for the care she received at Linden Court for the final years of her life. &nbsp;

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for both Marjorie and Marvin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte, with Father Vidya Sagar Arikotla as celebrant.

Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp;Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marjorie Ann Boesen, 95, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31, 2024 at Linden Court. &nbsp;Marjorie was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on December 27, 1928 to Ernest and Josephine Knoll. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 70 years, Marvin; and her sister Louise. &nbsp;She attended Catholic school in Nebraska City and Nebraska Business College in Omaha. &nbsp;An early adventurer, she travelled in the late 1940s with a friend via train from Omaha to Denver, taking a bus to Rocky Mountain National Park to ride horses and see the mountains.She met Marvin at a dance in Nebraska City and they were married on August 1, 1953. In 2023 they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with many friends and relatives. &nbsp;Marge was a loving and dutiful wife and mother of three boys: Mike, Mark, and Monte. She raised the boys as Catholics and guided them to be good men. Throughout her life, she lived in many places across Nebraska, following her husband’s career, before making North Platte their forever home in 1969. Marjorie was the office administrator at the American General Life Insurance office in North Platte for 25 years. Later, upon retirement, Marvin and Marge travelled and wintered in Rockport, TX where they enjoyed the friendship of fellow snowbirds. Wherever she went, she made friends, always wanted to try something new, and if it included fun, so much the better.A gifted artist, she created myriads of pastel and oil works for her home and family as well as crafting beautiful quilts from treasured materials. She was rewarded in life with many friends and social groups including the Water Lily Water Aerobics for over 40 years, Mahjongg league, and the Holy Spirit rosary group. Through her strong faith, humor, and good-natured soul, she found joy in life that also brought much joy to others.Marjorie is survived by her three sons: Mike (Lisa) of Fort Collins, Colorado; Mark (Patty) of Machesney Park, Illinois; and Monte (Jackie) of Malcolm, Nebraska; grandchildren: Christopher (Tomball, Texas) and Matthew (Cypress, Texas), Michelle (Mito, Japan) and Mark Jr. (Gurnee, Illinois), Heather Lovejoy (Roscoe, Illinois), Andrea Featherston (Roscoe, Illinois), John (Cambridge, Massachusetts), Kyler (Pingree Grove, Illinois); and great grandchildren: Brooke and Beau (Tomball, Texas), Penelope (Cypress, TX), and many nieces and nephews.Inurnment will be at Loup Fork Cemetery in Boelus, Nebraska with many generations of Marvin’s paternal ancestors.The family would like to express gratitude for the care she received at Linden Court for the final years of her life. &nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for both Marjorie and Marvin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte, with Father Vidya Sagar Arikotla as celebrant.Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp;Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;

Marjorie Ann Boesen (1928-2024)

&nbsp;&nbsp; Norm Trosper, 78, passed away at the Tri Valley Health System in Cambridge, NE on June 11, 2024.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was born on May 18, 1946 in McCook, NE to Fred and Nellie Jean (Williams) Trosper. Norm graduated from Cambridge High School in 1964. He graduated from Nebraska Vocational Technical School in Milford in 1966 with an Associates degree in auto-body technology. Norm had three children from a previous marriage - Tammy, Deb, and Amy. He married Joyce Kohlmeier on May 24, 1977. Joyce had four children - Dain, Ann, Dusty, and Becky, whom Norm later adopted. They enjoyed 47 years together before Joyce passed away just last month.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Norm had numerous business ventures over the years.&nbsp; He owned the Trosper Body Shop from 1966 through 1972, sold Amway, co-owned the Sun Downer Bar in 1973, and took ownerships of the Trosper Dairy Crème in 1976, worked with his brother at the body shop and for his dad at the Phillips 66 station.&nbsp; He finished his career with the Cambridge Co-op. &nbsp;He then pursued his love of catering and feeding people by starting Two Men and A Grill. He donated meals to the Cambridge football team after home games, catered for the Furnas County Livestock Association and Medicine Creek Days, provide many meals to local patrons during their lunch hour, and too many events and functions to count. Norm served in numerous capacities, such as the chain-gang for Cambridge football, Furnas County Weed Board, Cambridge Cemetery Board, Cambridge Fire Department, and the Cambridge City Council, just to name a few.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was a hard worker with a fierce personality. He was known to so many as Stormin’ Norman. He was also a generous person, even if he couldn’t afford it. Norm loved country dancing with his friends and family, was an avid hunter of just about any wildlife, and loved fishing.&nbsp; He was a motor-cross competitor and a gun safety trainer to local chapters.&nbsp; He taught his kids at a very young age to race motorbikes and shoot competitively.&nbsp; Norm loved watching his kids and grandkids compete. Most of all, Norm enjoyed having his family together, which was difficult to do with everyone spread across multiple states. Still, it was Christmas that was a special time for the Trosper bunch. The entire family was blessed to be together this last Christmas, not knowing it would be the last one as a complete family.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; and his parents, Fred and Nellie Jean Trosper.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm is survived by his daughter, Tammy Sexton (Bob), Cambridge, NE; son, Dain Trosper (Shawn Williamson) Princeton, TX; daughter, Ann Trosper, Cambridge, NE; daughter, Deb Ledesma, Urbandale, IA; son, Dusty Trosper, Lincoln, NE; daughter, Amy Haussler (Kurt), Holton, KS; and daughter Becky Ladwig, Fort Calhoun, NE; his brother, Don Trosper (Janet), Cambridge. NE; sister, Connie Mount, Gering, NE; numerous nieces and nephews, and countless friends.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm is also survived by his grandchildren: Matt Sexton (Casey), Kayla Mashek (Brian), Mary McAtee (Phil), Jake Williamson, Seth Trosper, Kyra Trosper (Jarred), Gabrielle McGowan (James), Joey Ledesma, Austin Ledesma (Finn), Adelaide Wolf, AJ Haussler, Faith Haussler (Blake), Sammie Ladwig, McKenna Ladwig, Krista Sayer (Jay), Kate Marty (James), and 21 great-grandchildren.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm chose cremation, and his celebration of life is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the Cambridge Community Building in Cambridge, NE.&nbsp; There will be a private family Inurnment.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, if you’re so inclined to make a donation, the Trosper kids will be purchasing a memorial bench in honor of Norm and Joyce to be placed in city park.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at lockenour.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Lockenour-Jones Mortuary of Cambridge.

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 </figure>&nbsp;&nbsp; Norm Trosper, 78, passed away at the Tri Valley Health System in Cambridge, NE on June 11, 2024.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was born on May 18, 1946 in McCook, NE to Fred and Nellie Jean (Williams) Trosper. Norm graduated from Cambridge High School in 1964. He graduated from Nebraska Vocational Technical School in Milford in 1966 with an Associates degree in auto-body technology. Norm had three children from a previous marriage - Tammy, Deb, and Amy. He married Joyce Kohlmeier on May 24, 1977. Joyce had four children - Dain, Ann, Dusty, and Becky, whom Norm later adopted. They enjoyed 47 years together before Joyce passed away just last month.&nbsp; &nbsp;Norm had numerous business ventures over the years.&nbsp; He owned the Trosper Body Shop from 1966 through 1972, sold Amway, co-owned the Sun Downer Bar in 1973, and took ownerships of the Trosper Dairy Crème in 1976, worked with his brother at the body shop and for his dad at the Phillips 66 station.&nbsp; He finished his career with the Cambridge Co-op. &nbsp;He then pursued his love of catering and feeding people by starting Two Men and A Grill. He donated meals to the Cambridge football team after home games, catered for the Furnas County Livestock Association and Medicine Creek Days, provide many meals to local patrons during their lunch hour, and too many events and functions to count. Norm served in numerous capacities, such as the chain-gang for Cambridge football, Furnas County Weed Board, Cambridge Cemetery Board, Cambridge Fire Department, and the Cambridge City Council, just to name a few.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was a hard worker with a fierce personality. He was known to so many as Stormin’ Norman. He was also a generous person, even if he couldn’t afford it. Norm loved country dancing with his friends and family, was an avid hunter of just about any wildlife, and loved fishing.&nbsp; He was a motor-cross competitor and a gun safety trainer to local chapters.&nbsp; He taught his kids at a very young age to race motorbikes and shoot competitively.&nbsp; Norm loved watching his kids and grandkids compete. Most of all, Norm enjoyed having his family together, which was difficult to do with everyone spread across multiple states. Still, it was Christmas that was a special time for the Trosper bunch. The entire family was blessed to be together this last Christmas, not knowing it would be the last one as a complete family.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; and his parents, Fred and Nellie Jean Trosper.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm is survived by his daughter, Tammy Sexton (Bob), Cambridge, NE; son, Dain Trosper (Shawn Williamson) Princeton, TX; daughter, Ann Trosper, Cambridge, NE; daughter, Deb Ledesma, Urbandale, IA; son, Dusty Trosper, Lincoln, NE; daughter, Amy Haussler (Kurt), Holton, KS; and daughter Becky Ladwig, Fort Calhoun, NE; his brother, Don Trosper (Janet), Cambridge. NE; sister, Connie Mount, Gering, NE; numerous nieces and nephews, and countless friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm is also survived by his grandchildren: Matt Sexton (Casey), Kayla Mashek (Brian), Mary McAtee (Phil), Jake Williamson, Seth Trosper, Kyra Trosper (Jarred), Gabrielle McGowan (James), Joey Ledesma, Austin Ledesma (Finn), Adelaide Wolf, AJ Haussler, Faith Haussler (Blake), Sammie Ladwig, McKenna Ladwig, Krista Sayer (Jay), Kate Marty (James), and 21 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; &nbsp; Norm chose cremation, and his celebration of life is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the Cambridge Community Building in Cambridge, NE.&nbsp; There will be a private family Inurnment.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers, if you’re so inclined to make a donation, the Trosper kids will be purchasing a memorial bench in honor of Norm and Joyce to be placed in city park.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at lockenour.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Lockenour-Jones Mortuary of Cambridge.

Norman F. Trosper (1946-2024)

It is with great sadness that we must say good-bye to Susan Jane (Hassett) Perkins. &nbsp;She and her husband, Clyde, just recently returned to her hometown of North Platte, Nebraska, when she passed away on June 7, 2024, just shy of her 71st birthday.

Susan was born to Joseph and Beulah Hassett in Allen, Kansas, on June 11, 1953. &nbsp;The family later moved to Nebraska where she graduated from North Platte Senior High School. &nbsp;Susan went on to earn her certification and worked at hospitals as a dietary manager, a field she dearly loved.&nbsp;

On October 9, 1976, Susan was united in marriage to Clyde Perkins. &nbsp;They lived most of their lives together in Washington and Oregon.

She was passionate about sewing, crafting, scrap booking, as well as camping and cooking. &nbsp;It was always a treat when Susan would bake, especially her famous cinnamon rolls. &nbsp;She was selfless to a fault and was always willing to help anyone in need.

Susan will be forever loved and cherished by all who were blessed to have known her.

She leaves behind her husband of 47 years, Clyde, and their children, Kim Lake (Randy), Kurt Perkins (Ida), Clyde Perkins, Jr., Patty Brodie (Steve) and Danny Perkins; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; her brother, Howard Hassett (Deanna) and sister, Geri Nunnenkamp; as well as many other family members including aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Beulah Hassett; brothers, Paul, Jack and Jim; and her sister, Jean.

Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date in Hermiston, Oregon. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. &nbsp;Local arrangements are with Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte.

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 </figure>It is with great sadness that we must say good-bye to Susan Jane (Hassett) Perkins. &nbsp;She and her husband, Clyde, just recently returned to her hometown of North Platte, Nebraska, when she passed away on June 7, 2024, just shy of her 71st birthday.Susan was born to Joseph and Beulah Hassett in Allen, Kansas, on June 11, 1953. &nbsp;The family later moved to Nebraska where she graduated from North Platte Senior High School. &nbsp;Susan went on to earn her certification and worked at hospitals as a dietary manager, a field she dearly loved.&nbsp;On October 9, 1976, Susan was united in marriage to Clyde Perkins. &nbsp;They lived most of their lives together in Washington and Oregon.She was passionate about sewing, crafting, scrap booking, as well as camping and cooking. &nbsp;It was always a treat when Susan would bake, especially her famous cinnamon rolls. &nbsp;She was selfless to a fault and was always willing to help anyone in need.Susan will be forever loved and cherished by all who were blessed to have known her.She leaves behind her husband of 47 years, Clyde, and their children, Kim Lake (Randy), Kurt Perkins (Ida), Clyde Perkins, Jr., Patty Brodie (Steve) and Danny Perkins; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; her brother, Howard Hassett (Deanna) and sister, Geri Nunnenkamp; as well as many other family members including aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Beulah Hassett; brothers, Paul, Jack and Jim; and her sister, Jean.Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date in Hermiston, Oregon. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. &nbsp;Local arrangements are with Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte.

Susan Perkins (1953-2024)

&nbsp; Allen Mladek, 44, of Lexington, Nebraska, died June 1, 2024 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. 

&nbsp;He was born April 11, 1980 in Cozad, NE, son of Charles Edward Mladek Jr. and Carol Harris.

Allen was an individualist who in his younger years, traveled around the U.S, he temporarily lived in Texas, California, Las Vegas, and many other states, living his life the way he wanted as a free-spirited soul. He always had plenty of stories to bring back to tell his loved ones about his adventures. Allen had a love for landscaping as well, he never considered it a job as he was doing something he loved, making things beautiful. In Allen’s free time away from traveling he enjoyed visiting thrift stores and picking up antique furniture to refurbish. He added a splash of elegance to everything he renovated. His pride and joy was a camper that he attained, and then remodeled with the most beautiful floors, and a paint job of blue exterior with a yellow stripe down the center. In recent months he began helping his brother Frank with the restoration of their childhood family farm property where Allen then helped care for many farm animals and continued to refurbish his vintage findings in his free time.&nbsp;

He is survived by his mother, Carol (Jerry Miller) Harris of Gothenburg; father, Charles Edward Mladek, Jr. of Cozad; brothers, Frank (Barb) Mladek of Lexington and Johnie (Danelle) Witthuhn of Lincoln; sisters Meranda Mladek of San Antonio, TX and Brandi Coufal of Grand Island; three nieces, Aubree (Jordan) Mladek of Willow Island, Emma Mladek of Cozad, and Kelsey (Axel) Cassel of Kearney; five nephews, Jesse Mladek of Cozad, Asiah Mladek of Gothenburg, Axel Cassel of Kearney, Dylynn Coufal of Grand Island, and Ander Witthuhn of Lincoln; two great-nieces, Tenleigh Malcom of Kearney and Dawsyn Cassel of Kearney.

Allen was preceded in death by grandparents Charles and Violet Mladek, Eugene Harris, and Hazel Lee Sisson, and uncles, Frank and Allen Mladek.Allen was laid to rest next to his Grandparents in the Cozad Cemetery, Cozad, Nebraska.Memorials may be given to Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Allen Mladek, 44, of Lexington, Nebraska, died June 1, 2024 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. &nbsp;He was born April 11, 1980 in Cozad, NE, son of Charles Edward Mladek Jr. and Carol Harris.Allen was an individualist who in his younger years, traveled around the U.S, he temporarily lived in Texas, California, Las Vegas, and many other states, living his life the way he wanted as a free-spirited soul. He always had plenty of stories to bring back to tell his loved ones about his adventures. Allen had a love for landscaping as well, he never considered it a job as he was doing something he loved, making things beautiful. In Allen’s free time away from traveling he enjoyed visiting thrift stores and picking up antique furniture to refurbish. He added a splash of elegance to everything he renovated. His pride and joy was a camper that he attained, and then remodeled with the most beautiful floors, and a paint job of blue exterior with a yellow stripe down the center. In recent months he began helping his brother Frank with the restoration of their childhood family farm property where Allen then helped care for many farm animals and continued to refurbish his vintage findings in his free time.&nbsp;He is survived by his mother, Carol (Jerry Miller) Harris of Gothenburg; father, Charles Edward Mladek, Jr. of Cozad; brothers, Frank (Barb) Mladek of Lexington and Johnie (Danelle) Witthuhn of Lincoln; sisters Meranda Mladek of San Antonio, TX and Brandi Coufal of Grand Island; three nieces, Aubree (Jordan) Mladek of Willow Island, Emma Mladek of Cozad, and Kelsey (Axel) Cassel of Kearney; five nephews, Jesse Mladek of Cozad, Asiah Mladek of Gothenburg, Axel Cassel of Kearney, Dylynn Coufal of Grand Island, and Ander Witthuhn of Lincoln; two great-nieces, Tenleigh Malcom of Kearney and Dawsyn Cassel of Kearney.Allen was preceded in death by grandparents Charles and Violet Mladek, Eugene Harris, and Hazel Lee Sisson, and uncles, Frank and Allen Mladek.Allen was laid to rest next to his Grandparents in the Cozad Cemetery, Cozad, Nebraska.Memorials may be given to Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Allen Mladek (1980-2024)

&nbsp; Kelvin Miles Kemp, age 44, of Lincoln, NE passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. Kelvin was born on March 14, 1980 in North Platte, NE to Gary and Jean (Snyder) Kemp. &nbsp;He grew up on the family ranch 10 miles north of Curtis and attended Medicine Valley High School graduating with the class of 1999. He went on to attend UNL receiving his BS ’07 and Master of Professional Accountancy ’09. &nbsp;Kelvin and Marissa Young were married on June 1, 2013 in York, NE. Kelvin owned his own CPA practice. His philosophy was “Accountants should be accessible, affordable &amp; approachable to the small business person.” &nbsp;He became close friends with many of his clients. Kelvin was a member of the Christian Business Men’s Connection and NE Society for CPAs.

Kelvin enjoyed traveling, learning computer coding, watching PBS and listening to NPR. Kelvin and his wife enjoyed listening to live music and made friends with several local musicians. Kelvin enjoyed growing up on a ranch and driving a semi. &nbsp;He continued to renew his CDL Hazmat even when he was no longer hauling fuel. Kelvin especially enjoyed trips out to the ranch to see his family and being Mr. Fix-It.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Miles and Hollis (Blackstone) Snyder, E.L. “Tom” and Lucille (Fuller) Kemp; father, Gary Kemp; uncle, Jim Snyder; cousins, Brandon Blake and Jacquie (Snyder) Glaubitz and mother-in-law, Diane Young.

Kelvin is survived by his wife, Marissa of Lincoln; mother, Jean Kemp of Maywood; twin brother, Kort (Lisa) Kemp of Wallace; sisters, Kerri Kemp of Curtis, Kristy (Josh) King of Hershey; nephews and nieces, Taylor Kemp; Allyson Kemp; Avery and Presley King; Everett and Eva Young; uncles, Tom Kemp Jr, Monty (Elsie) Kemp, Rex (Jeanine) Kemp and Jerry (Carolyn) Snyder; aunt Joyce Snyder; father-in-law, Jerry Young; brother-in-law, Travis (Jeana) Young; sister-in-law, Chasity (Brent) Briese.

Memorials are suggested to the family to designate later for a memorial in Kelvin’s name. Visitation will be Friday, June 14, 4-7 pm with family present 4-6 pm at the Curtis Methodist Church, Curtis, NE. Funeral Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, June 15 at the Curtis Methodist Church with Pastor Scott Wiles.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Kelvin Miles Kemp, age 44, of Lincoln, NE passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. Kelvin was born on March 14, 1980 in North Platte, NE to Gary and Jean (Snyder) Kemp. &nbsp;He grew up on the family ranch 10 miles north of Curtis and attended Medicine Valley High School graduating with the class of 1999. He went on to attend UNL receiving his BS ’07 and Master of Professional Accountancy ’09. &nbsp;Kelvin and Marissa Young were married on June 1, 2013 in York, NE. Kelvin owned his own CPA practice. His philosophy was “Accountants should be accessible, affordable &amp; approachable to the small business person.” &nbsp;He became close friends with many of his clients. Kelvin was a member of the Christian Business Men’s Connection and NE Society for CPAs.Kelvin enjoyed traveling, learning computer coding, watching PBS and listening to NPR. Kelvin and his wife enjoyed listening to live music and made friends with several local musicians. Kelvin enjoyed growing up on a ranch and driving a semi. &nbsp;He continued to renew his CDL Hazmat even when he was no longer hauling fuel. Kelvin especially enjoyed trips out to the ranch to see his family and being Mr. Fix-It.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Miles and Hollis (Blackstone) Snyder, E.L. “Tom” and Lucille (Fuller) Kemp; father, Gary Kemp; uncle, Jim Snyder; cousins, Brandon Blake and Jacquie (Snyder) Glaubitz and mother-in-law, Diane Young.Kelvin is survived by his wife, Marissa of Lincoln; mother, Jean Kemp of Maywood; twin brother, Kort (Lisa) Kemp of Wallace; sisters, Kerri Kemp of Curtis, Kristy (Josh) King of Hershey; nephews and nieces, Taylor Kemp; Allyson Kemp; Avery and Presley King; Everett and Eva Young; uncles, Tom Kemp Jr, Monty (Elsie) Kemp, Rex (Jeanine) Kemp and Jerry (Carolyn) Snyder; aunt Joyce Snyder; father-in-law, Jerry Young; brother-in-law, Travis (Jeana) Young; sister-in-law, Chasity (Brent) Briese.Memorials are suggested to the family to designate later for a memorial in Kelvin’s name. Visitation will be Friday, June 14, 4-7 pm with family present 4-6 pm at the Curtis Methodist Church, Curtis, NE. Funeral Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, June 15 at the Curtis Methodist Church with Pastor Scott Wiles.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Kelvin Kemp (1980-2024)

Donely D. Brunner, 76, of 15 Lakeview Heights, Brule, Nebraska, 69127 passed away on June 9, 2024, at his home.

Don was born January 23, 1948, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, the son of Edward Victor and Laura Irene (Carlson) Brunner. Don proudly served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Following his service, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines in 1974. He was also a member of the Theta Tau fraternity.

Don married Mary K. Perkins in Rapid City, South Dakota, and they celebrated 50 years of marriage last month.

Don's career spanned 44 years in the electric industry, always associated with rural electric systems. He worked as a Lineman with West River Electric in Rapid City, South Dakota, from 1967-1973. He then worked as a Project Engineer and Project Manager at Stanley Consultants in Muscatine, Iowa, from 1974-1984. After 27 years, Don retired as General Manager from High West Energy in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, in 2011. Don was also certified as a Professional Engineer in Iowa, Missouri, and Wyoming.

Don is survived by his wife, Mary K.; his children, Cari Brunner-Sughroue, Brian (Talitha) Brunner, Tessa (Brad) Fraass, and John (Kimberly) Brunner; brothers Bruce (Colleen), Gary (Aileen), Kevin (Charita), Dean (Julie) and sister Lana (Don) Couch, sisters-in-law; Lois (Bill) Cox, Trudy (Jeff) Perkins-Hines and Gloria Cook. Don had 12 grandchildren, three great-grandsons, many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, John and Imogene (Kosch) Perkins, brothers-in-law; John Perkins, Jack Cook, and nephew Benjamin Cox.

In lieu of flowers, in honor of Don's support in establishing a Powerline Construction and Maintenance Technology program through Western Nebraska Community College (Alliance, NE) a Don Brunner Lineman Scholarship Fund has been established. Donations can be made to the family or to High West Energy, PO Box 519, Pine Bluffs, WY 82082. The scholarship will be for a deserving candidate from our membership area.

Visitation will be on June 21 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska.

A private family graveside service will be held at the Pine Bluffs Cemetery in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming at 1:30 p.m., June 21, officiated by Pastor Dan DeBruyn. A community celebration for all friends and family to honor Don's life will be held after the graveside service at the Pine Bluffs Community Center from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Donely D. Brunner, 76, of 15 Lakeview Heights, Brule, Nebraska, 69127 passed away on June 9, 2024, at his home.Don was born January 23, 1948, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, the son of Edward Victor and Laura Irene (Carlson) Brunner. Don proudly served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Following his service, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines in 1974. He was also a member of the Theta Tau fraternity.Don married Mary K. Perkins in Rapid City, South Dakota, and they celebrated 50 years of marriage last month.Don's career spanned 44 years in the electric industry, always associated with rural electric systems. He worked as a Lineman with West River Electric in Rapid City, South Dakota, from 1967-1973. He then worked as a Project Engineer and Project Manager at Stanley Consultants in Muscatine, Iowa, from 1974-1984. After 27 years, Don retired as General Manager from High West Energy in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, in 2011. Don was also certified as a Professional Engineer in Iowa, Missouri, and Wyoming.Don is survived by his wife, Mary K.; his children, Cari Brunner-Sughroue, Brian (Talitha) Brunner, Tessa (Brad) Fraass, and John (Kimberly) Brunner; brothers Bruce (Colleen), Gary (Aileen), Kevin (Charita), Dean (Julie) and sister Lana (Don) Couch, sisters-in-law; Lois (Bill) Cox, Trudy (Jeff) Perkins-Hines and Gloria Cook. Don had 12 grandchildren, three great-grandsons, many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, John and Imogene (Kosch) Perkins, brothers-in-law; John Perkins, Jack Cook, and nephew Benjamin Cox.In lieu of flowers, in honor of Don's support in establishing a Powerline Construction and Maintenance Technology program through Western Nebraska Community College (Alliance, NE) a Don Brunner Lineman Scholarship Fund has been established. Donations can be made to the family or to High West Energy, PO Box 519, Pine Bluffs, WY 82082. The scholarship will be for a deserving candidate from our membership area.Visitation will be on June 21 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska.A private family graveside service will be held at the Pine Bluffs Cemetery in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming at 1:30 p.m., June 21, officiated by Pastor Dan DeBruyn. A community celebration for all friends and family to honor Don's life will be held after the graveside service at the Pine Bluffs Community Center from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming.Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

Don D. Brunner (1948-2024)

Rose Barry, 92, longtime Grant resident, passed away on June 8, 2024, at the Independence House at Coddington of Lincoln, Nebraska.

Rose was born on February 24, 1932, in Grant, Nebraska, to Christian "Chris" Gengenbach Jr. and Anna Schurr. She was the eighth of nine children. She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church on July 10, 1932 and confirmed on June 3, 1945. She attended country school District 76 then went to Perkins County High School, graduating in 1949. She taught at the Sawyer school for one year and was then married to Jack Barry Jr. on April 30, 1950, at the Grant Methodist parsonage.

Jack and Rose lived in Paxton for a little more than a year, returning to Grant, where Jack worked at the Barry Produce Store for a few years. Rose was a stay-at-home mom until 1956, and then she was employed for three years at Goodall Manufacturing in Ogallala. She had an at-home daycare for several years, where she cared for many children before working at the Grant Elementary School as a para, which she did for 24 years. Rose was retired for a few years before working part-time as a librarian at Grant Elementary School for several years.

Over the years, she was a member of the Grant Cemetery Board, the Texas Trail, Pinochle Club, and Lutheran Ladies Aid, and participated in bowling and golfing leagues with Jack. A devoted homemaker, Rose was dedicated to her husband and family. She enjoyed traveling around the country with Jack to visit their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and attend their many events. She also enjoyed reading, gardening, sewing, and cooking. Most recently, Rose had been making her home in Lincoln.

Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Barry; siblings, Harold Gengenbach, Lillian Logsdon, Arlene Kurkowski, Dorothy Keuten, George Gengenbach, Daniel Gengenbach, and Eleanor Russell.

Survivors include her children, Barbara Barry (Tim Smith) of Danbury, Wisconsin, Patty (Mark) Jones of Lincoln, Mike (Jeannette) Barry of Wayne, Linda (Brian) Kirkpatrick of Plainfield, Illinois, Lana (Jeff) Knupp of Woodbury, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Anita Most of Ogallala; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hastings Memorial Library in Grant or the Zion Lutheran Church in memory of Rose. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed at ziongrant.org.

Services will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church in Grant with Pastor Michael Heckmann officiating. Interment will follow at Grant Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

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 </figure>Rose Barry, 92, longtime Grant resident, passed away on June 8, 2024, at the Independence House at Coddington of Lincoln, Nebraska.Rose was born on February 24, 1932, in Grant, Nebraska, to Christian "Chris" Gengenbach Jr. and Anna Schurr. She was the eighth of nine children. She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church on July 10, 1932 and confirmed on June 3, 1945. She attended country school District 76 then went to Perkins County High School, graduating in 1949. She taught at the Sawyer school for one year and was then married to Jack Barry Jr. on April 30, 1950, at the Grant Methodist parsonage.Jack and Rose lived in Paxton for a little more than a year, returning to Grant, where Jack worked at the Barry Produce Store for a few years. Rose was a stay-at-home mom until 1956, and then she was employed for three years at Goodall Manufacturing in Ogallala. She had an at-home daycare for several years, where she cared for many children before working at the Grant Elementary School as a para, which she did for 24 years. Rose was retired for a few years before working part-time as a librarian at Grant Elementary School for several years.Over the years, she was a member of the Grant Cemetery Board, the Texas Trail, Pinochle Club, and Lutheran Ladies Aid, and participated in bowling and golfing leagues with Jack. A devoted homemaker, Rose was dedicated to her husband and family. She enjoyed traveling around the country with Jack to visit their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and attend their many events. She also enjoyed reading, gardening, sewing, and cooking. Most recently, Rose had been making her home in Lincoln.Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Barry; siblings, Harold Gengenbach, Lillian Logsdon, Arlene Kurkowski, Dorothy Keuten, George Gengenbach, Daniel Gengenbach, and Eleanor Russell.Survivors include her children, Barbara Barry (Tim Smith) of Danbury, Wisconsin, Patty (Mark) Jones of Lincoln, Mike (Jeannette) Barry of Wayne, Linda (Brian) Kirkpatrick of Plainfield, Illinois, Lana (Jeff) Knupp of Woodbury, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Anita Most of Ogallala; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.Memorial contributions may be made to the Hastings Memorial Library in Grant or the Zion Lutheran Church in memory of Rose. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed at ziongrant.org.Services will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church in Grant with Pastor Michael Heckmann officiating. Interment will follow at Grant Fairview Cemetery.Visitation will be on Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

Rose Barry (1932-2024)

&nbsp; Bruce &nbsp;Barrett, 87, of Eustis, Nebraska, died June 8, 2024 at his home in Eustis, NE.

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Thursday, June 13, 2024, 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm with family present from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.

Services will be held Friday, June 14, 2024, 10:30 am, at Eustis Methodist Church with Pastor Elmo Herman officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow in the Eustis West Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Bruce &nbsp;Barrett, 87, of Eustis, Nebraska, died June 8, 2024 at his home in Eustis, NE.Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Thursday, June 13, 2024, 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm with family present from 4:00 - 6:00 pm.Services will be held Friday, June 14, 2024, 10:30 am, at Eustis Methodist Church with Pastor Elmo Herman officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow in the Eustis West Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bruce Barrett (1937-2024)

Randy Beisner, 60, of Paxton, Nebraska sadly left us on June 7, 2024. He was born to Berdell Beisner and Betty Ferguson in Ogallala, Nebraska on May 2, 1964. He attended Republican Valley High School in Indianola, Nebraska. A Nebraska native, Randy has lived in several areas of Nebraska as well as Loveland, Colorado, and Panama City Beach, Florida.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In his younger days, he enjoyed hot rods, motorcycles, off-roading, boating, and being outdoors. As he became a father, he enjoyed spending time with family, camping, and fishing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He has always loved drawing and listening to music, especially the 1960-1970s Billboard Hits and the companionship of animals. He is known for being a hard worker, a loyal friend, and being proud of his children.&nbsp;

He had a talent of being able to fix and build pretty much anything. He worked in several trades including heavy machinery, carpentry, welding, mechanical services, and construction, as well as owning a flooring and tiling business while living in Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

He recently settled back in Paxton with his brother Lonnie and helped build the Paxton School gym addition and worked at Becker Family Farms.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his mother, Betty, grandparents, and several uncles, aunts, and cousins. &nbsp;He leaves behind his father and stepmother Berdell and Mary Lou Beisner; brothers Lonnie Beisner, Bobby Beisner, and Raymond Beisner; children Shannon Breakiron, Tiffany Beisner, and Alex Beisner; grandchildren Brittney Shafer, Heather Shafer, Sam Renshaw, and Beck Renshaw; first wife Daisy Richardson; Uncle Glen Beisner and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.&nbsp;

His memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. at Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala and will be officiated by Rev. Mark Baldwin of The United Methodist Church of Paxton, NE.&nbsp;

At this time there is no plan for inurnment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A memorial has been established for the Paxton Fire Department in Paxton, NE.&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left by clicking the Share a Memory or the Tribute Wall Button by going to www.drauckerfh.com.&nbsp;

Services will be live-streamed at www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;

Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Randy Beisner, 60, of Paxton, Nebraska sadly left us on June 7, 2024. He was born to Berdell Beisner and Betty Ferguson in Ogallala, Nebraska on May 2, 1964. He attended Republican Valley High School in Indianola, Nebraska. A Nebraska native, Randy has lived in several areas of Nebraska as well as Loveland, Colorado, and Panama City Beach, Florida.&nbsp;&nbsp;In his younger days, he enjoyed hot rods, motorcycles, off-roading, boating, and being outdoors. As he became a father, he enjoyed spending time with family, camping, and fishing.&nbsp;&nbsp;He has always loved drawing and listening to music, especially the 1960-1970s Billboard Hits and the companionship of animals. He is known for being a hard worker, a loyal friend, and being proud of his children.&nbsp;He had a talent of being able to fix and build pretty much anything. He worked in several trades including heavy machinery, carpentry, welding, mechanical services, and construction, as well as owning a flooring and tiling business while living in Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He recently settled back in Paxton with his brother Lonnie and helped build the Paxton School gym addition and worked at Becker Family Farms.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his mother, Betty, grandparents, and several uncles, aunts, and cousins. &nbsp;He leaves behind his father and stepmother Berdell and Mary Lou Beisner; brothers Lonnie Beisner, Bobby Beisner, and Raymond Beisner; children Shannon Breakiron, Tiffany Beisner, and Alex Beisner; grandchildren Brittney Shafer, Heather Shafer, Sam Renshaw, and Beck Renshaw; first wife Daisy Richardson; Uncle Glen Beisner and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.&nbsp;His memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. at Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala and will be officiated by Rev. Mark Baldwin of The United Methodist Church of Paxton, NE.&nbsp;At this time there is no plan for inurnment.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the Paxton Fire Department in Paxton, NE.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left by clicking the Share a Memory or the Tribute Wall Button by going to www.drauckerfh.com.&nbsp;Services will be live-streamed at www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

Randall R. Beisner (1964-2024)

Rodger W. Jensen, 83, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;He was born on June 20, 1940 in Omaha, NE the son of William and Ella (Sorsen) Jensen.

Rodger graduated from Elkhorn High School, and served for a short time in the Marine Corps. &nbsp;He was hired with the Union Pacific railroad and worked for over thirty years as a general electrician foreman until retiring in 2000. &nbsp;He was married in 1978 to Reda Jean (Smith) Fischer in North Platte. Rodger always had an entrepreneurial spirit and ventured into several businesses. &nbsp;He purchased a semi tractor trailer and ran R &amp; R transportation along with his wife Reda until 2018. &nbsp; &nbsp;Rodger loved his pet dogs and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He will be truly missed by his loved ones and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Brad (Liz) Fischer of Eustis, Brian (Valerie) Fischer of Grand Island, and Gina (Tom) McGahan of Boys Town; grandchildren, Casey (Aaron), Matthew, Bryan, Brianna (Josh), Morgan (Noah), Sam, Robbie, and Amber; great grandchildren, Lauryn, Ryker, Kinley, and Barrett; sister, Barb (Darrell) Robinson; brothers, Gary (Karen) Jensen, and Bill Jensen; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Reda; and a grandson, Liam Fischer.&nbsp;

A celebration of Rodger’s life will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the family for future designation. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Rodger W. Jensen, 83, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital. &nbsp;He was born on June 20, 1940 in Omaha, NE the son of William and Ella (Sorsen) Jensen.Rodger graduated from Elkhorn High School, and served for a short time in the Marine Corps. &nbsp;He was hired with the Union Pacific railroad and worked for over thirty years as a general electrician foreman until retiring in 2000. &nbsp;He was married in 1978 to Reda Jean (Smith) Fischer in North Platte. Rodger always had an entrepreneurial spirit and ventured into several businesses. &nbsp;He purchased a semi tractor trailer and ran R &amp; R transportation along with his wife Reda until 2018. &nbsp; &nbsp;Rodger loved his pet dogs and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He will be truly missed by his loved ones and friends.Left to cherish his memory are his children, Brad (Liz) Fischer of Eustis, Brian (Valerie) Fischer of Grand Island, and Gina (Tom) McGahan of Boys Town; grandchildren, Casey (Aaron), Matthew, Bryan, Brianna (Josh), Morgan (Noah), Sam, Robbie, and Amber; great grandchildren, Lauryn, Ryker, Kinley, and Barrett; sister, Barb (Darrell) Robinson; brothers, Gary (Karen) Jensen, and Bill Jensen; and several nieces and nephews.He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Reda; and a grandson, Liam Fischer.&nbsp;A celebration of Rodger’s life will be held at a later date. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.Memorials may be made to the family for future designation. &nbsp;

Rodger W. Jensen (1940-2024)

&nbsp; Marthaleen Rae "Marti" Parks peacefully passed away at her son's housein North Platte on June 9, 2024, at the age of 83. Marthaleen was born August 26, 1940, to Lloyd and Martha Empfield at Callaway, NE, where she grew up and graduated from high school.

On November 24, 1963, Marti married Loran Lee Parks at Callaway, NE. Since he was still serving in the U.S. Army, the couple began their life together living in Georgia.&nbsp; After his discharge they moved to Callaway, then North Platte.&nbsp; Marti was a stay-at-home mother to their three sons, David, Douglass and Darren.&nbsp; Marti and Loran were together for nearly 50 years when he passed away in 2013.

Marti loved bowling, gardening and especially dancing with Loran at several different dance halls.&nbsp; She attended services at Bethel Free Church and most recently, First Baptist Church.&nbsp; She also enjoyed volunteering at the hospital and Senior Center and was an active member of the North Platte Al-Anon.

Marti was a woman of Christ and devoted to her family.

Along with her husband, Marti was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Marjorie Eichelberger, Sharla Kaelin and Patsy Horn; her daughter-in-law, Betty; and infant grandson, Devon. She is survived by her sons, David and Douglass (Anna) of North Platte and Darren of Illinois; grandchildren, Bretton, Matthew, Christopher and Samara; her sister, Marilyn Waldron of Lincoln; and other family.

Services will be 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 13, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Pastor Kem Reeder officiating.&nbsp; Burial to follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Marthaleen Rae "Marti" Parks peacefully passed away at her son's housein North Platte on June 9, 2024, at the age of 83. Marthaleen was born August 26, 1940, to Lloyd and Martha Empfield at Callaway, NE, where she grew up and graduated from high school.On November 24, 1963, Marti married Loran Lee Parks at Callaway, NE. Since he was still serving in the U.S. Army, the couple began their life together living in Georgia.&nbsp; After his discharge they moved to Callaway, then North Platte.&nbsp; Marti was a stay-at-home mother to their three sons, David, Douglass and Darren.&nbsp; Marti and Loran were together for nearly 50 years when he passed away in 2013.Marti loved bowling, gardening and especially dancing with Loran at several different dance halls.&nbsp; She attended services at Bethel Free Church and most recently, First Baptist Church.&nbsp; She also enjoyed volunteering at the hospital and Senior Center and was an active member of the North Platte Al-Anon.Marti was a woman of Christ and devoted to her family.Along with her husband, Marti was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Marjorie Eichelberger, Sharla Kaelin and Patsy Horn; her daughter-in-law, Betty; and infant grandson, Devon. She is survived by her sons, David and Douglass (Anna) of North Platte and Darren of Illinois; grandchildren, Bretton, Matthew, Christopher and Samara; her sister, Marilyn Waldron of Lincoln; and other family.Services will be 11:30 a.m., Thursday, June 13, at Odean Colonial Chapel with Pastor Kem Reeder officiating.&nbsp; Burial to follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marthaleen Rae "Marti" Parks (1940-2024) 

Ray Harmon Baldwin was born on July 30, 1934,&nbsp;in Imperial, Nebraska to Perry Harmon and Eva Lily (Surber) Baldwin. He attended several different&nbsp;schools during grades 1 through 8 and then completed 4 years at Chase County High School where he graduated in 1952. On August 16,&nbsp;1953,&nbsp;he married Doris Spady and ranched with his grandfather and father until he was drafted into the army in 1956. In 1958, he returned to Chase County to find that the ranch had been sold. He and Doris then moved to Sterling, Colorado where they built a new house and he worked at Phillips 66 and&nbsp;as&nbsp;an appliance dealer. During his 13 years in Sterling,&nbsp;they adopted three beautiful&nbsp;babies,&nbsp;and he&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in a&nbsp;country&nbsp;swing band. In 1972, the family moved to Arvada, Colorado where Ray worked for General Electric and retired&nbsp;after 23 years.&nbsp;In 1995, Ray and Doris moved to Hudson, Colorado where they built a new house&nbsp;with a large building with a woodshop where he spent many hours building many projects for Doris, grandchildren, other family members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fishing,&nbsp;camping&nbsp;and traveling in their motorhome was a passion that he and Doris shared. With the loss of his wife on May 19, 2014,&nbsp;life was&nbsp;very different&nbsp;for several years, but&nbsp;the good Lord gave him a second wife, Jennifer Nancy&nbsp;Sciumbato. They got married on January 29, 2018,&nbsp;in Hudson, Colorado.&nbsp;He truly&nbsp;felt he had a blessed life with no regrets. He had many, many&nbsp;wonderful memories and a host of friends, and&nbsp;to&nbsp;all he&nbsp;said,&nbsp;“we’ll see&nbsp;ya&nbsp;over there”.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ray passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024,&nbsp;at his home in Hudson. Ray was 89 years old.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ray is survived by&nbsp;his wife Jennifer Sciumbato; children: Michael (Dawnene)&nbsp;Baldwin&nbsp;of Thornton,&nbsp;Douglas (Deena)&nbsp;Baldwin&nbsp;of Frederick&nbsp;and&nbsp;Denise (Noel)&nbsp;Huff&nbsp;of&nbsp;Arvada; grandchildren: Amber (Bobby) Reese of Loveland,&nbsp;David (Jennifer) Baldwin of Firestone, Nash (Taylor) Baldwin of Belgrade, MT, and Dori (Parker) Jacobs of Frederick; great-grandchildren: Chloe, Taylor,&nbsp;Jeffery, Morgan, Addilyn, Haliegh, Hazelee, Hudson, Decker, Lander and Alessi; sister,&nbsp;Jean Johnson&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A&nbsp;graveside service&nbsp;will be held at 10:30 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday June 17, 2024,&nbsp;at Mount Hope Cemetery in Imperial,&nbsp;Nebraska&nbsp;with Rev. Brian Loy officiating. A&nbsp;memorial service and reception&nbsp;will be held at 11:00 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday July 1,&nbsp;2024&nbsp;at&nbsp;First Baptist Church in Hudson, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ray Harmon Baldwin was born on July 30, 1934,&nbsp;in Imperial, Nebraska to Perry Harmon and Eva Lily (Surber) Baldwin. He attended several different&nbsp;schools during grades 1 through 8 and then completed 4 years at Chase County High School where he graduated in 1952. On August 16,&nbsp;1953,&nbsp;he married Doris Spady and ranched with his grandfather and father until he was drafted into the army in 1956. In 1958, he returned to Chase County to find that the ranch had been sold. He and Doris then moved to Sterling, Colorado where they built a new house and he worked at Phillips 66 and&nbsp;as&nbsp;an appliance dealer. During his 13 years in Sterling,&nbsp;they adopted three beautiful&nbsp;babies,&nbsp;and he&nbsp;participated&nbsp;in a&nbsp;country&nbsp;swing band. In 1972, the family moved to Arvada, Colorado where Ray worked for General Electric and retired&nbsp;after 23 years.&nbsp;In 1995, Ray and Doris moved to Hudson, Colorado where they built a new house&nbsp;with a large building with a woodshop where he spent many hours building many projects for Doris, grandchildren, other family members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fishing,&nbsp;camping&nbsp;and traveling in their motorhome was a passion that he and Doris shared. With the loss of his wife on May 19, 2014,&nbsp;life was&nbsp;very different&nbsp;for several years, but&nbsp;the good Lord gave him a second wife, Jennifer Nancy&nbsp;Sciumbato. They got married on January 29, 2018,&nbsp;in Hudson, Colorado.&nbsp;He truly&nbsp;felt he had a blessed life with no regrets. He had many, many&nbsp;wonderful memories and a host of friends, and&nbsp;to&nbsp;all he&nbsp;said,&nbsp;“we’ll see&nbsp;ya&nbsp;over there”.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ray passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024,&nbsp;at his home in Hudson. Ray was 89 years old.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ray is survived by&nbsp;his wife Jennifer Sciumbato; children: Michael (Dawnene)&nbsp;Baldwin&nbsp;of Thornton,&nbsp;Douglas (Deena)&nbsp;Baldwin&nbsp;of Frederick&nbsp;and&nbsp;Denise (Noel)&nbsp;Huff&nbsp;of&nbsp;Arvada; grandchildren: Amber (Bobby) Reese of Loveland,&nbsp;David (Jennifer) Baldwin of Firestone, Nash (Taylor) Baldwin of Belgrade, MT, and Dori (Parker) Jacobs of Frederick; great-grandchildren: Chloe, Taylor,&nbsp;Jeffery, Morgan, Addilyn, Haliegh, Hazelee, Hudson, Decker, Lander and Alessi; sister,&nbsp;Jean Johnson&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A&nbsp;graveside service&nbsp;will be held at 10:30 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday June 17, 2024,&nbsp;at Mount Hope Cemetery in Imperial,&nbsp;Nebraska&nbsp;with Rev. Brian Loy officiating. A&nbsp;memorial service and reception&nbsp;will be held at 11:00 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday July 1,&nbsp;2024&nbsp;at&nbsp;First Baptist Church in Hudson, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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