Alice Eleanor Wolfe passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the age of 88 in North Platte.

Alice was born in Lexington, Nebraska to Clarence and Mildred (Wilsey) Wolfe on October 16, 1933. She lived on a farm north of Overton and graduated from Overton High school in 1952. After graduation she began her long career working for Plectron until 1996 and then working at Veetronix in Lexington until she retired. She then moved to Hillcrest Apartments in Gothenburg. Although Alice had no children she considered her nieces and nephews; David, Jay, Jeff Jeanette, Darla and Ken to be her “Adopted” children. Alice loved to take walks and was an avid football fan, especially the Huskers. She also loved her many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and great nephews. She will always be remembered for bringing her delicious cookies to the family gatherings and delivering them to her neighbors. She loved playing games, dancing, baking and children. When she lived in Overton she was a member of the Overton United Methodist Church and later attended the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg. Alice is survived by her brother, Derald Wolfe of North Platte; as well as nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews who will all miss her. Alice is preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Betty Volkman, nieces; Shannon Wolfe and Kaylee Volkman, nephew, Ken Volkman, brother-in-law, Gene Volkman and a sister-in-law, Rogene Wolfe.

A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, January 3, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington. A Celebration Of Life will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg with Pastor David Boyd, officiating. Memorials can be given to the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg in her memory. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Alice Eleanor Wolfe passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the age of 88 in North Platte.Alice was born in Lexington, Nebraska to Clarence and Mildred (Wilsey) Wolfe on October 16, 1933. She lived on a farm north of Overton and graduated from Overton High school in 1952. After graduation she began her long career working for Plectron until 1996 and then working at Veetronix in Lexington until she retired. She then moved to Hillcrest Apartments in Gothenburg. Although Alice had no children she considered her nieces and nephews; David, Jay, Jeff Jeanette, Darla and Ken to be her “Adopted” children. Alice loved to take walks and was an avid football fan, especially the Huskers. She also loved her many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and great nephews. She will always be remembered for bringing her delicious cookies to the family gatherings and delivering them to her neighbors. She loved playing games, dancing, baking and children. When she lived in Overton she was a member of the Overton United Methodist Church and later attended the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg. Alice is survived by her brother, Derald Wolfe of North Platte; as well as nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews who will all miss her. Alice is preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Betty Volkman, nieces; Shannon Wolfe and Kaylee Volkman, nephew, Ken Volkman, brother-in-law, Gene Volkman and a sister-in-law, Rogene Wolfe.A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, January 3, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington. A Celebration Of Life will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg with Pastor David Boyd, officiating. Memorials can be given to the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg in her memory. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Eleanor Wolfe (1933-2021)

Janet Lee LaMore Riley, 65, of Chappell passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, in Scottsbluff, NE after years of health issues. Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Chappell with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta officiating.&nbsp; Services will conclude at the church and burial will be held at a later date. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). In accordance with Jan’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the family to help defray costs. Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell is serving the Riley family.

Jan was born on May 3, 1956 in Casper, Wyoming to Tom and Donna LaMore. She grew up in Carbondale, Colorado. While growing up in school, Jan was an avid runner and a cheerleader at Roaring Fork High School.&nbsp; After graduating, Jan moved to Grand Junction and enrolled in cosmetology school. She graduated and eventually worked her way back to Carbondale and the Roaring Fork Valley. She found her niche at Hair Trix Salon in Carbondale and was a sought-after stylist for years. She gave the best mullet haircuts in the valley! Prior to moving back to the Roaring Fork Valley, Jan met and married Ron Nielson. They were married and had one daughter, Landon Nielson. After returning to Carbondale, Jan married Bill Inverso and had a son, Will. A few years were spent in Denver and eventually Jan went back to Chappell, NE where she met Pat Riley and they were married and had a son, Cooper Riley. She worked with her sister-in-law Christy at the Upper Cut for many years and had many good times doing hair for the community. She also had her own salon, Main Street Cutters for a few years before retiring due to health concerns. Jan is survived by her mother, Donna LaMore of Chappell, NE; a brother Joe LaMore (Karen and son Devon) of Hanalei, HI; sons Cooper Riley, of Kearney, NE and Will Inverso of Grand Junction, CO; daughter Landon Pettit (Kelcey and son’s Zachary and Aidan) of Grand Junction, CO; mother-in-law, Dixie Riley of Chappell; brothers-in-law John Riley (Sharon and children Vanessa, Hannah, and Lane Riley), Dan Riley (Christy and son Wyatt); sisters-in-law Allison Riley and Susan Riley; as well as long time caregiver and friend, Kandi Hodges. She is also survived by many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Riley, brother, Jon LaMore, father, Tom LaMore, and father-in-law, Willis Riley.

** May you dance in the wildflowers forever **

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 </figure>Janet Lee LaMore Riley, 65, of Chappell passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, in Scottsbluff, NE after years of health issues. Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Chappell with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta officiating.&nbsp; Services will conclude at the church and burial will be held at a later date. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). In accordance with Jan’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the family to help defray costs. Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell is serving the Riley family.Jan was born on May 3, 1956 in Casper, Wyoming to Tom and Donna LaMore. She grew up in Carbondale, Colorado. While growing up in school, Jan was an avid runner and a cheerleader at Roaring Fork High School.&nbsp; After graduating, Jan moved to Grand Junction and enrolled in cosmetology school. She graduated and eventually worked her way back to Carbondale and the Roaring Fork Valley. She found her niche at Hair Trix Salon in Carbondale and was a sought-after stylist for years. She gave the best mullet haircuts in the valley! Prior to moving back to the Roaring Fork Valley, Jan met and married Ron Nielson. They were married and had one daughter, Landon Nielson. After returning to Carbondale, Jan married Bill Inverso and had a son, Will. A few years were spent in Denver and eventually Jan went back to Chappell, NE where she met Pat Riley and they were married and had a son, Cooper Riley. She worked with her sister-in-law Christy at the Upper Cut for many years and had many good times doing hair for the community. She also had her own salon, Main Street Cutters for a few years before retiring due to health concerns. Jan is survived by her mother, Donna LaMore of Chappell, NE; a brother Joe LaMore (Karen and son Devon) of Hanalei, HI; sons Cooper Riley, of Kearney, NE and Will Inverso of Grand Junction, CO; daughter Landon Pettit (Kelcey and son’s Zachary and Aidan) of Grand Junction, CO; mother-in-law, Dixie Riley of Chappell; brothers-in-law John Riley (Sharon and children Vanessa, Hannah, and Lane Riley), Dan Riley (Christy and son Wyatt); sisters-in-law Allison Riley and Susan Riley; as well as long time caregiver and friend, Kandi Hodges. She is also survived by many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Riley, brother, Jon LaMore, father, Tom LaMore, and father-in-law, Willis Riley.** May you dance in the wildflowers forever **

Janet "Jan" Riley (1956-2021)

Gene Heath, 80, of Oshkosh passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at his home.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Oshkosh with Pastor Scotty Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Broadwater with military honors. A reception will follow the graveside service at the Garden County Fraternal Order of Eagles Club #4283 in Oshkosh. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (www.facebook.com/hbfunerals). Visitation will be held Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh with the casket closed. Memorials in Gene's name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Heath family.

Marion Eugene "Gene" Heath was born on March 6, 1941, to Harry E. and Ila Darlene (Bennett) Heath. Gene attended several different schools in his life, finally graduating from Broadwater High School in 1959. He then entered the Army and served for two years, most of the time was spent off the coast of France on a U-boat. He was honorably discharged in 1962, returning to Broadwater where he met and married Rena Kemerling on February 9, 1963, at the Lutheran Church in Oshkosh. He worked at Bridgeport Equipment for a short time after marrying but decided he wanted to be a cowboy, so in May of 1964, he went to work on a ranch in the sandhills for Don Vinton. From there, he worked on a feedlot at Minatare but couldn't stay away from the ranch life. In June of 1965, he went to work for Rush Creek Land and Livestock at Broadwater for six months, leaving there to work for Joe Rice in Broadwater. In July of 1966, he went back to work for Rush Creek in Lisco. During his employment of 45 years with Rush Creek he moved up to become the manager over the King Ranch (Angora) in 1979 and then later in 1985 he moved back to Lisco to become the manager of the South Side, managing over seven places. After retiring in 2011, he moved to Oshkosh, got his CDL and did some trucking for Barry McVicker and Larry Gette for a while eventually ending up working at the Oshkosh Country Club. Gene enjoyed roping for many years during his ranch life eventually switching to golf. He figured riding a golf cart was a bit easier on the knees than riding a horse. He was an avid competitor on the men's league, couple's league and any other chance to play the game including "Heath family golf day" when the family would get together and have fun competing against each other and just spending time together. Also, whenever Nebraska played, he was very devoted to watching the games, in his early years everyone learned to leave him alone while the game was being played because you never knew what the outcome would be. Also, in his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, trying to be at every family event that he could which gave him endearing names such as: Dad, Grandpa Gene, Papa Gene, Papa Geney, Grandpa or far far away Grandpa. He was very loved by all and will be sadly missed. Gene is survived by his three children, Kevin (Robin) Heath of Talala OK, Lonna (Mark) Porter of Douglas WY and Clay (Megan) Heath of Gordon NE, sister Patsy Sherfey of Alliance NE, brother Harry Heath of Lincoln NE; grandchildren, Chris Heath, Nichole Danks, Tyree Russell, Ashlee Porter, Bret Porter, Lynae Porter, Travis Estencion, Kelani Baber, Jada Heath, Cooper Heath; great-grandchildren, Jazlyn Ybarra, Kaelynn &amp; Sydney Langston, Mark and Taelynn Russell, Harper &amp; Rhys Fickel, Berklee Porter, Emma Estencion and Kenley Baber; and numerous aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Kenneth.

<figure>
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 </figure>Gene Heath, 80, of Oshkosh passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at his home.Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Oshkosh with Pastor Scotty Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Broadwater with military honors. A reception will follow the graveside service at the Garden County Fraternal Order of Eagles Club #4283 in Oshkosh. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (www.facebook.com/hbfunerals). Visitation will be held Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh with the casket closed. Memorials in Gene's name can be made to the family for later designation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Heath family.Marion Eugene "Gene" Heath was born on March 6, 1941, to Harry E. and Ila Darlene (Bennett) Heath. Gene attended several different schools in his life, finally graduating from Broadwater High School in 1959. He then entered the Army and served for two years, most of the time was spent off the coast of France on a U-boat. He was honorably discharged in 1962, returning to Broadwater where he met and married Rena Kemerling on February 9, 1963, at the Lutheran Church in Oshkosh. He worked at Bridgeport Equipment for a short time after marrying but decided he wanted to be a cowboy, so in May of 1964, he went to work on a ranch in the sandhills for Don Vinton. From there, he worked on a feedlot at Minatare but couldn't stay away from the ranch life. In June of 1965, he went to work for Rush Creek Land and Livestock at Broadwater for six months, leaving there to work for Joe Rice in Broadwater. In July of 1966, he went back to work for Rush Creek in Lisco. During his employment of 45 years with Rush Creek he moved up to become the manager over the King Ranch (Angora) in 1979 and then later in 1985 he moved back to Lisco to become the manager of the South Side, managing over seven places. After retiring in 2011, he moved to Oshkosh, got his CDL and did some trucking for Barry McVicker and Larry Gette for a while eventually ending up working at the Oshkosh Country Club. Gene enjoyed roping for many years during his ranch life eventually switching to golf. He figured riding a golf cart was a bit easier on the knees than riding a horse. He was an avid competitor on the men's league, couple's league and any other chance to play the game including "Heath family golf day" when the family would get together and have fun competing against each other and just spending time together. Also, whenever Nebraska played, he was very devoted to watching the games, in his early years everyone learned to leave him alone while the game was being played because you never knew what the outcome would be. Also, in his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, trying to be at every family event that he could which gave him endearing names such as: Dad, Grandpa Gene, Papa Gene, Papa Geney, Grandpa or far far away Grandpa. He was very loved by all and will be sadly missed. Gene is survived by his three children, Kevin (Robin) Heath of Talala OK, Lonna (Mark) Porter of Douglas WY and Clay (Megan) Heath of Gordon NE, sister Patsy Sherfey of Alliance NE, brother Harry Heath of Lincoln NE; grandchildren, Chris Heath, Nichole Danks, Tyree Russell, Ashlee Porter, Bret Porter, Lynae Porter, Travis Estencion, Kelani Baber, Jada Heath, Cooper Heath; great-grandchildren, Jazlyn Ybarra, Kaelynn &amp; Sydney Langston, Mark and Taelynn Russell, Harper &amp; Rhys Fickel, Berklee Porter, Emma Estencion and Kenley Baber; and numerous aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Kenneth.

Gene Heath (1947-2021)

Larry&nbsp;Odean, age 76, of North Platte, NE, passed away January 2, 2022, at Great Plains Health.

Larry was born November 25, 1945, in North Platte to Velmer and Esther Odean of Chappell, NE. He graduated from Delta High School in 1963 and received an Associate of Science Degree in accounting from Stevens Henager College in Salt Lake City, UT.

Larry worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years as an Assistant Detector Car Operator and Detector Car Operator covering 11 Western states. He was transferred to Omaha to the Engineering Department so he could be centralized in covering various car operators vacation time and collecting data for the department.

In April 1991, he moved to the North Platte UP Locomotive Department. He worked as Manager of Warranty Locomotive Service Track Run-Throughs, which included maintenance of the run through facilities, buildings, yard, and road vehicles. Over the years, he traveled the entire UP system and eventually retired in 2007.

Larry had also worked 10 years with trucking companies based in Salt Lake City, UT. He was a dispatcher, safety officer, traveled to hire trucking owner operators, and set up truck terminals in Portland, OR, Hayward, CA, and Phoenix, AR.

Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, oil, and acrylic painting, and being in the outdoors. While traveling on behalf of the railroad, he observed scenery few people are privileged to see. In 2002 Larry had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch for the Union Pacific Railroad.

Larry is survived by his sister, Velma 'Kay' (Pete) Maxfield of Henderson, NV; nephews, John (Carrie) Maxfield of Mission Viejo, CA, and Scott (Amy) Maxfield of Grimes, IA; stepdaughters, Taryna (Larry) Johnston of Herriman, UT, and Nicole Helsten of Lake Mary, FL; cousins, Ray (Carol) Blede of Brady, NE, and David Rosentrater of Denver, CO; and other family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Velmer and Esther Odean.

A family memorial service will be in North Platte, Nebraska, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry&nbsp;Odean, age 76, of North Platte, NE, passed away January 2, 2022, at Great Plains Health.Larry was born November 25, 1945, in North Platte to Velmer and Esther Odean of Chappell, NE. He graduated from Delta High School in 1963 and received an Associate of Science Degree in accounting from Stevens Henager College in Salt Lake City, UT.Larry worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years as an Assistant Detector Car Operator and Detector Car Operator covering 11 Western states. He was transferred to Omaha to the Engineering Department so he could be centralized in covering various car operators vacation time and collecting data for the department.In April 1991, he moved to the North Platte UP Locomotive Department. He worked as Manager of Warranty Locomotive Service Track Run-Throughs, which included maintenance of the run through facilities, buildings, yard, and road vehicles. Over the years, he traveled the entire UP system and eventually retired in 2007.Larry had also worked 10 years with trucking companies based in Salt Lake City, UT. He was a dispatcher, safety officer, traveled to hire trucking owner operators, and set up truck terminals in Portland, OR, Hayward, CA, and Phoenix, AR.Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, oil, and acrylic painting, and being in the outdoors. While traveling on behalf of the railroad, he observed scenery few people are privileged to see. In 2002 Larry had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch for the Union Pacific Railroad.Larry is survived by his sister, Velma 'Kay' (Pete) Maxfield of Henderson, NV; nephews, John (Carrie) Maxfield of Mission Viejo, CA, and Scott (Amy) Maxfield of Grimes, IA; stepdaughters, Taryna (Larry) Johnston of Herriman, UT, and Nicole Helsten of Lake Mary, FL; cousins, Ray (Carol) Blede of Brady, NE, and David Rosentrater of Denver, CO; and other family.He was preceded in death by his parents, Velmer and Esther Odean.A family memorial service will be in North Platte, Nebraska, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Larry Odean (1945-2022)

&nbsp; Dan Briggs, 74 of Grant, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant. Dan was born January 10, 1947, at Imperial, Nebraska, to Charles and Eula (McKinster) Briggs. He graduated from Grant High School with a class of 1965. In June 1966, Dan entered the US Marine Corps. Following his discharge, he returned home and farmed. On August 1, 1970, Dan married Shari Speck, and their union was blessed with four sons. Dan farmed the majority of his life. He would eventually own and operate Carquest in Imperial. Dan loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed restoring old tractors. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Michelle, and an infant great-grandson. Survivors include his wife Shari of Grant; four sons, Shane Briggs and his wife, Karma of Ogallala, Chod Briggs and his fiance Christina of Grant, Justin Briggs and his wife, Nicki of Imperial, and Telly Briggs of Imperial; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Memorials are suggested to the Perkins County Hospital Foundation in Dan's memory. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022, at 10:30 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at the Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell at 2:00 pm CT. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2 pm until 4 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant. Bullock Long Funeral Home in Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp; Dan Briggs, 74 of Grant, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant. Dan was born January 10, 1947, at Imperial, Nebraska, to Charles and Eula (McKinster) Briggs. He graduated from Grant High School with a class of 1965. In June 1966, Dan entered the US Marine Corps. Following his discharge, he returned home and farmed. On August 1, 1970, Dan married Shari Speck, and their union was blessed with four sons. Dan farmed the majority of his life. He would eventually own and operate Carquest in Imperial. Dan loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed restoring old tractors. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Michelle, and an infant great-grandson. Survivors include his wife Shari of Grant; four sons, Shane Briggs and his wife, Karma of Ogallala, Chod Briggs and his fiance Christina of Grant, Justin Briggs and his wife, Nicki of Imperial, and Telly Briggs of Imperial; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Memorials are suggested to the Perkins County Hospital Foundation in Dan's memory. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022, at 10:30 am at the Grant United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at the Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell at 2:00 pm CT. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2 pm until 4 pm at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant. Bullock Long Funeral Home in Grant is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dan C. Briggs (1947-2022)

Mary&nbsp;Ann&nbsp;Koch&nbsp;Blackledge, age 88, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village on January 1, 2022. Mary Ann was born near Gandy, NE, to Russell and Mayden Morton on October 2, 1933. After graduating from Gandy High School in 1951, she attended business school in Denver then moved to North Platte where she worked for Kunkel Auto Supply.

In November of 1954, Mary Ann married Skip Koch in North Platte. Since Skip was serving in the Army, they lived in Germany and that is where their boys, Rusty and Bob, were born. The family eventually returned to Nebraska and settled on the Koch family farm, south of Hershey. Mary Ann worked for Neal Baxter at the Lincoln County Extension Agency for several years and for Hershey Schools until moving to North Platte in 1968.

She then took a job at the Telegraph and worked there for 28 years, earning Press Woman Awards both locally and nationally for her work. On September 17, 1994, Mary Ann married Keith Blackledge. They made their home in North Platte and were members of First Presbyterian Church.

Mary Ann was involved with many organizations and groups over the years including P.E.O. Chapter E.B. She participated in a book club, did strength training at the Senior Center, and was in the aqua-cize Water Lilies group at the Rec Center. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Blackledge, and former husband, Skip Koch; her parents, Russell and Mayden Morton; sisters, Betty Johnson and Mildred Morton; and brothers, Robert and Russell Morton.

Survivors include her sons, Rusty (Lori) Koch, of Seymour, MO, and Bob (Karen) Koch, of Hershey; stepsons, Gene Blackledge, of Minneapolis, MN, Mark (Kelly) Blackledge, of St. Joseph, MO, and Victor (Trish) Blackledge, of Cologne, MN; grandchildren, Kip (Christina) Koch, Travis (Cara) Koch, Traci (Brad) Coonts and Morgan (Kris) Talbott; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Allison, David, Alexa, Devin, Ellie, Desiree, Robbie, Gibson and Brody; as well as her special nieces and nephews and other family.

Funeral service will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Emily McCreery officiating. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service at the church. Online condolences can be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Mary&nbsp;Ann&nbsp;Koch&nbsp;Blackledge, age 88, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village on January 1, 2022. Mary Ann was born near Gandy, NE, to Russell and Mayden Morton on October 2, 1933. After graduating from Gandy High School in 1951, she attended business school in Denver then moved to North Platte where she worked for Kunkel Auto Supply. In November of 1954, Mary Ann married Skip Koch in North Platte. Since Skip was serving in the Army, they lived in Germany and that is where their boys, Rusty and Bob, were born. The family eventually returned to Nebraska and settled on the Koch family farm, south of Hershey. Mary Ann worked for Neal Baxter at the Lincoln County Extension Agency for several years and for Hershey Schools until moving to North Platte in 1968. She then took a job at the Telegraph and worked there for 28 years, earning Press Woman Awards both locally and nationally for her work. On September 17, 1994, Mary Ann married Keith Blackledge. They made their home in North Platte and were members of First Presbyterian Church. Mary Ann was involved with many organizations and groups over the years including P.E.O. Chapter E.B. She participated in a book club, did strength training at the Senior Center, and was in the aqua-cize Water Lilies group at the Rec Center. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Blackledge, and former husband, Skip Koch; her parents, Russell and Mayden Morton; sisters, Betty Johnson and Mildred Morton; and brothers, Robert and Russell Morton. Survivors include her sons, Rusty (Lori) Koch, of Seymour, MO, and Bob (Karen) Koch, of Hershey; stepsons, Gene Blackledge, of Minneapolis, MN, Mark (Kelly) Blackledge, of St. Joseph, MO, and Victor (Trish) Blackledge, of Cologne, MN; grandchildren, Kip (Christina) Koch, Travis (Cara) Koch, Traci (Brad) Coonts and Morgan (Kris) Talbott; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Allison, David, Alexa, Devin, Ellie, Desiree, Robbie, Gibson and Brody; as well as her special nieces and nephews and other family.Funeral service will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Emily McCreery officiating. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service at the church. Online condolences can be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Ann Koch Blackledge (1933-2022)

Laramie C. Fowler, 24, died unexpectedly December 25, 2021, in a motorcycle accident in El Paso, Texas. He was born May 03, 1997 in North Platte, Nebraska to Mark Fowler and Marie (Jean) Kleinow. He graduated from Stapleton High School, Class of 2015. Following graduation, he then attended University of Midland in August of 2015 for criminal justice. He enlisted with the Army in February 2017. He then graduated basic training in May 2017 and was recognized as a sharp shooter. Laramie graduated AIT at Fort Lee in Virginia with honors in August 2017 and was then stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. During this time, he worked as a wheeled vehicle mechanic (91Bravo) and was promoted to an E4. During his military career, he was a member of the Echo FSC 40thOGs and served in Kuwait, all while stationed in El Paso. He was discharged under honorable conditions in March of 2020. After serving his country Laramie started working Security at Rubik’s Arcade bar in West El Paso. Laramie’s love for sports started at a young age. At the age of 10 years, he began youth sports to include football and basketball. During his high school career, he excelled in football, basketball and track &amp; field. He qualified for the State track meet all four years in hurdles and high jump with his best finish of state runner up in class D high jump. Furthering his talent’ he was part of the Midland University Track Team as a Decathlete on an athletic scholarship. He was driven by fun, speed, and competition of any kind, which started early in his life. Everything was a race from who could finish breakfast first, to a foot race, to a 40 roll. For Laramie it was the fascination of how things work and confidence of figuring it all out. Acquired from time spent in the garage taking things apart and putting them back together again. Always finding ways to make things better, faster, and stronger. While in El Paso, he made a great group of friends that shared his love for speed and turning wrenches. As a child and as a young man, Laramie was loved by all who knew him. He a had beautiful smile that was contagious and had a charm that drew you in. He was selfless, compassionate, and never knew a stranger and would do anything for anyone in a moment’s notice. Laramie cherished his family and friends and time he spent with them. Once you reached his friends circle that meant you were family to him. Laramie is survived by his parents; Mark and Shawna Fowler, William and Marie Kleinow; brothers, Jayden Fowler, Tayler Kleinow, Kaden Kleinow; sister, Mariah (Clancey) Barnum; grandparents, Blake and Sandy Rossmiller, Bill and Teri Kleinow, Randy and Denise Maline, Howard and Ruthie Hasenauer; great-grandparents, Nyle Knoles, Mabel Hasenauer, DR Altig; uncles, Jason (Chrissie) Jean and family, Kelby (Kate) Rossmiller and family, Trent (Paula) Kleinow and family, Trev (Kerri) Kleinow and family, Tad (LeeAnn) Kleinow and family, Tyrell (Courtney) Maline, Alex (Mareesa) Hasenauer and family, Eric Hasenauer; aunts, Robin (Tracey) Dimmitt and family, Karen (Shan) Richards, Patty (Tim) Kramer and family, Tracey Kleinow, Chas (Ryan) Dawson and family, LeAnn (Mike) West and family, Amber (Jake) Rowley and family; special friend Jackie Delavega and many more. A service of remembrance will be held at 2:00pm Sunday, Jan. 09 at Stapleton High School, Stapleton, Ne. 69163. The burial will be at South Loup Valley Cemetery, Stapleton. Following the burial there will be a dinner held at the Logan County Fairgrounds is you wish to share your memories and condolences with the family.

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 </figure>Laramie C. Fowler, 24, died unexpectedly December 25, 2021, in a motorcycle accident in El Paso, Texas. He was born May 03, 1997 in North Platte, Nebraska to Mark Fowler and Marie (Jean) Kleinow. He graduated from Stapleton High School, Class of 2015. Following graduation, he then attended University of Midland in August of 2015 for criminal justice. He enlisted with the Army in February 2017. He then graduated basic training in May 2017 and was recognized as a sharp shooter. Laramie graduated AIT at Fort Lee in Virginia with honors in August 2017 and was then stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. During this time, he worked as a wheeled vehicle mechanic (91Bravo) and was promoted to an E4. During his military career, he was a member of the Echo FSC 40thOGs and served in Kuwait, all while stationed in El Paso. He was discharged under honorable conditions in March of 2020. After serving his country Laramie started working Security at Rubik’s Arcade bar in West El Paso. Laramie’s love for sports started at a young age. At the age of 10 years, he began youth sports to include football and basketball. During his high school career, he excelled in football, basketball and track &amp; field. He qualified for the State track meet all four years in hurdles and high jump with his best finish of state runner up in class D high jump. Furthering his talent’ he was part of the Midland University Track Team as a Decathlete on an athletic scholarship. He was driven by fun, speed, and competition of any kind, which started early in his life. Everything was a race from who could finish breakfast first, to a foot race, to a 40 roll. For Laramie it was the fascination of how things work and confidence of figuring it all out. Acquired from time spent in the garage taking things apart and putting them back together again. Always finding ways to make things better, faster, and stronger. While in El Paso, he made a great group of friends that shared his love for speed and turning wrenches. As a child and as a young man, Laramie was loved by all who knew him. He a had beautiful smile that was contagious and had a charm that drew you in. He was selfless, compassionate, and never knew a stranger and would do anything for anyone in a moment’s notice. Laramie cherished his family and friends and time he spent with them. Once you reached his friends circle that meant you were family to him. Laramie is survived by his parents; Mark and Shawna Fowler, William and Marie Kleinow; brothers, Jayden Fowler, Tayler Kleinow, Kaden Kleinow; sister, Mariah (Clancey) Barnum; grandparents, Blake and Sandy Rossmiller, Bill and Teri Kleinow, Randy and Denise Maline, Howard and Ruthie Hasenauer; great-grandparents, Nyle Knoles, Mabel Hasenauer, DR Altig; uncles, Jason (Chrissie) Jean and family, Kelby (Kate) Rossmiller and family, Trent (Paula) Kleinow and family, Trev (Kerri) Kleinow and family, Tad (LeeAnn) Kleinow and family, Tyrell (Courtney) Maline, Alex (Mareesa) Hasenauer and family, Eric Hasenauer; aunts, Robin (Tracey) Dimmitt and family, Karen (Shan) Richards, Patty (Tim) Kramer and family, Tracey Kleinow, Chas (Ryan) Dawson and family, LeAnn (Mike) West and family, Amber (Jake) Rowley and family; special friend Jackie Delavega and many more. A service of remembrance will be held at 2:00pm Sunday, Jan. 09 at Stapleton High School, Stapleton, Ne. 69163. The burial will be at South Loup Valley Cemetery, Stapleton. Following the burial there will be a dinner held at the Logan County Fairgrounds is you wish to share your memories and condolences with the family.

Laramie Chase Fowler (1997-2021)

&nbsp;Laura M. Clang, 88, of North Platte, passed away on Dec. 31, 2021, surrounded by her family at home.&nbsp; 	She was born on Aug. 8, 1933, in Broken Bow, to John M. Murry and Sylvia F. (Vistrip) Murry Burnett. Laura grew up in Broken Bow and graduated from Broken Bow High School. At a young age, she was saved and baptized in Broken Bow. While living in Broken Bow, she worked as a nurse at the Broken Bow Hospital until she and her husband moved to North Platte in 1968. She worked at B&amp;D Factory for eight years. She married Fred A. Clang Jr. on Oct. 27, 1951, in Broken Bow. She worked as a secretary for Johansen Real Estate and later for Norval Books in the Credit Bureau. She retired after 17 years as a secretary with the State of Nebraska in the VOLC-Rehab Department. 	Laura volunteered her time as a secretary for the Assembly of God Church in North Platte for many years. She organized the Heartland Quilt Guild and served as the first president. She volunteered over 600 hours, knitting 2,000 Nebraska stocking hats and sets of hats, booties and blankets for babies born in the local Great Plains Hospital. She enjoyed quilting, knitting, crocheting and sewing. She enjoyed making clothing and quilts for her grandchildren, cooking, and spending time with her family. 	She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Sylvia Murry; daughter, Marjorie McConnell; son, Gary Clang Sr., grandson, Eric Small; great-grandson, Michael Turner; brother, Frank Murry; and sister, Sharon Vincent. 	She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Fred; daughters, Shirley Wahlgren of Hastings, Debbie (Jim) Moody of Red Cloud and Shaney (fiancée, Brenda Artz) Clang of North Platte; 15 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; son-in-law, Anibon Banerjee of Aurora, Colorado; and several nieces and nephews. 	Memorials are suggested to the Salvation Army or the Heartland Quilt Guild. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. 	Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 7, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Ron Schauda officiating. Burial will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m., with the family receiving friends 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 6 Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Laura M. Clang, 88, of North Platte, passed away on Dec. 31, 2021, surrounded by her family at home.&nbsp; 	She was born on Aug. 8, 1933, in Broken Bow, to John M. Murry and Sylvia F. (Vistrip) Murry Burnett. Laura grew up in Broken Bow and graduated from Broken Bow High School. At a young age, she was saved and baptized in Broken Bow. While living in Broken Bow, she worked as a nurse at the Broken Bow Hospital until she and her husband moved to North Platte in 1968. She worked at B&amp;D Factory for eight years. She married Fred A. Clang Jr. on Oct. 27, 1951, in Broken Bow. She worked as a secretary for Johansen Real Estate and later for Norval Books in the Credit Bureau. She retired after 17 years as a secretary with the State of Nebraska in the VOLC-Rehab Department. 	Laura volunteered her time as a secretary for the Assembly of God Church in North Platte for many years. She organized the Heartland Quilt Guild and served as the first president. She volunteered over 600 hours, knitting 2,000 Nebraska stocking hats and sets of hats, booties and blankets for babies born in the local Great Plains Hospital. She enjoyed quilting, knitting, crocheting and sewing. She enjoyed making clothing and quilts for her grandchildren, cooking, and spending time with her family. 	She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Sylvia Murry; daughter, Marjorie McConnell; son, Gary Clang Sr., grandson, Eric Small; great-grandson, Michael Turner; brother, Frank Murry; and sister, Sharon Vincent. 	She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Fred; daughters, Shirley Wahlgren of Hastings, Debbie (Jim) Moody of Red Cloud and Shaney (fiancée, Brenda Artz) Clang of North Platte; 15 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; son-in-law, Anibon Banerjee of Aurora, Colorado; and several nieces and nephews. 	Memorials are suggested to the Salvation Army or the Heartland Quilt Guild. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. 	Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 7, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Ron Schauda officiating. Burial will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m., with the family receiving friends 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 6 Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Laura M. Clang (1933-2021)

Duane Theodore 'Ted' Golden, age 63, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away at&nbsp;home surrounded by his family on December 29, 2021. Ted was born to Orvin and Marlene (Larsen) Golden in Sidney, Nebraska on June&nbsp;30, 1958.&nbsp; He grew up in Sidney and North Platte.&nbsp; After graduating from&nbsp;North Platte High School, Ted went to work for Detlefsen Skelly and&nbsp;later for Twin Rivers Diesel Shop.&nbsp; He retired earlier this year due to&nbsp;his health. On August 10, 1985, Ted married Julie Ann Ruppert in North Platte where they made their home.&nbsp; Ted liked hunting and fishing with his brother, Tim, and son-in-law, Sabastian.&nbsp; He was taken too soon and will be missed. He was preceded in death by his dad, Orvin Golden. Ted is survived by his wife, Julie, and their children, Tyson Golden and Tia (Sabastian) Brugger, all of North Platte; his mother, Marlene Golden, of Princeston, MN; sister, Teri (Mark) Struthers, of Zimmerman, MN; brother, Tim (Darla) Golden, of North Platte, NE; and other family. In keeping with Ted's wishes, cremation was chosen and there will be no services.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Duane Theodore 'Ted' Golden, age 63, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away at&nbsp;home surrounded by his family on December 29, 2021. Ted was born to Orvin and Marlene (Larsen) Golden in Sidney, Nebraska on June&nbsp;30, 1958.&nbsp; He grew up in Sidney and North Platte.&nbsp; After graduating from&nbsp;North Platte High School, Ted went to work for Detlefsen Skelly and&nbsp;later for Twin Rivers Diesel Shop.&nbsp; He retired earlier this year due to&nbsp;his health. On August 10, 1985, Ted married Julie Ann Ruppert in North Platte where they made their home.&nbsp; Ted liked hunting and fishing with his brother, Tim, and son-in-law, Sabastian.&nbsp; He was taken too soon and will be missed. He was preceded in death by his dad, Orvin Golden. Ted is survived by his wife, Julie, and their children, Tyson Golden and Tia (Sabastian) Brugger, all of North Platte; his mother, Marlene Golden, of Princeston, MN; sister, Teri (Mark) Struthers, of Zimmerman, MN; brother, Tim (Darla) Golden, of North Platte, NE; and other family. In keeping with Ted's wishes, cremation was chosen and there will be no services.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Ted Golden  (1958-2021)

Funeral service for Connie Hand, age 80, of Kilgore will be held on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Kilgore Cemetery in Kilgore, NE.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Sunday, Jan. 2 at 7:00PM CT at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mrs. Hand passed away on December 28, 2021 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, NE.

Survivors include her husband, Buster; and sons, Brad Scott and Walter Ray.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, NE is in charge of service arrangements.

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 </figure>Funeral service for Connie Hand, age 80, of Kilgore will be held on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Kilgore Cemetery in Kilgore, NE.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Sunday, Jan. 2 at 7:00PM CT at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mrs. Hand passed away on December 28, 2021 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, NE.Survivors include her husband, Buster; and sons, Brad Scott and Walter Ray.Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, NE is in charge of service arrangements.

Connie Hand (age 80)

Audrey Mae (Datus) Miller age 76 of Broken Bow, NE passed away December 24th, 2021 at her home in Broken Bow.

Memorial Services will be January 12, 2022, at 1:00 pm at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE with Pastor Phil Sloat officiating. Inurnment will be in the Westerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Family. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Audrey was born July 9, 1945, in Westerville, NE the youngest of six children to Virgil and Helen (Copsey) Datus. Audrey attended grade school in Westerville, NE- junior high, and high school in Broken Bow. Audrey enjoyed horses in her younger years, later in life she had cats that she loved. Audrey was an avid Elvis fan collecting lots of memorabilia over the years, she also enjoyed watching old westerns.

In 1967, Audrey was married to Frank Miller. Four daughters were born to this union: Teresa, Priscilla, Patricia, and Dee.

Audrey is survived by her three daughters Priscilla (Virgil) Miller of Broken Bow, Patricia (Bryan) Sisson of Ainsworth, and Dee Miller of Litchfield, two sisters Dixie Pappas of California and Meredith Zutavern of Lincoln, seven grandchildren: Kenneth (Jayden) and Mackenzie Sisson, Terry (Monica) and Austin Glidden, Ashley Markham, Ryan Campbell, and Savanna Miller, seven great grandchildren: Anabelle, Ashlynn, William, Katherine, Riata, Lexander, and Mara.

Audrey was preceded in death by her infant daughter Teresa Ann, parents Virgil and Helen Datus, sisters Beatrice Cooley, and Donna Kimball, brother Ed Datus, brothers-in-law Ivan Cooley, Delbert Kimball, and Bill Zutavern, and a sister-in-law Ellen Datus.

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 </figure>Audrey Mae (Datus) Miller age 76 of Broken Bow, NE passed away December 24th, 2021 at her home in Broken Bow.Memorial Services will be January 12, 2022, at 1:00 pm at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE with Pastor Phil Sloat officiating. Inurnment will be in the Westerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Family. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Audrey was born July 9, 1945, in Westerville, NE the youngest of six children to Virgil and Helen (Copsey) Datus. Audrey attended grade school in Westerville, NE- junior high, and high school in Broken Bow. Audrey enjoyed horses in her younger years, later in life she had cats that she loved. Audrey was an avid Elvis fan collecting lots of memorabilia over the years, she also enjoyed watching old westerns.In 1967, Audrey was married to Frank Miller. Four daughters were born to this union: Teresa, Priscilla, Patricia, and Dee.Audrey is survived by her three daughters Priscilla (Virgil) Miller of Broken Bow, Patricia (Bryan) Sisson of Ainsworth, and Dee Miller of Litchfield, two sisters Dixie Pappas of California and Meredith Zutavern of Lincoln, seven grandchildren: Kenneth (Jayden) and Mackenzie Sisson, Terry (Monica) and Austin Glidden, Ashley Markham, Ryan Campbell, and Savanna Miller, seven great grandchildren: Anabelle, Ashlynn, William, Katherine, Riata, Lexander, and Mara.Audrey was preceded in death by her infant daughter Teresa Ann, parents Virgil and Helen Datus, sisters Beatrice Cooley, and Donna Kimball, brother Ed Datus, brothers-in-law Ivan Cooley, Delbert Kimball, and Bill Zutavern, and a sister-in-law Ellen Datus.

Audrey Miller (1945-2021)

Marvin R.&nbsp; Klooz, age 89, of McCook, NE passed away at his home near McCook on December 28, 2021.

Marvin was born September 16, 1932 in Farnam, NE to parents Harvey and Elizabeth (Rice) Klooz.&nbsp; He was one of five siblings who attended school in Farnam, graduating from Farnam High School with the Class of 1950.&nbsp; Shortly after graduation, Marvin was stricken with polio taking him almost two years to recover before he was finally able to further his education. In 1956, Marvin graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration.&nbsp;

Marvin married Ruthann (Lennemann) Klooz at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in McCook on July 21, 1956; and to this union two daughters were born.&nbsp; Marvin worked for an insurance company as a regional representative and was able to travel regularly, servicing several states until finally changing career paths in 1968. In that year he and Ruthann purchased his family farm south of Farnam making it a third generation property. During that time, they made their home in the McCook area until finally moving to Ruthann’s family farm in 1974 and living out the remainder of their years.&nbsp;

Marvin’s love of farming and agricultural science yielded several new endeavors throughout his life, including a 15-acre orchard and garden that the couple planted in their early 50’s. They kept bees and harvested local honey, ran a 3-acre asparagus patch, and sold an enormous variety of fruits and vegetables at their Klooz Farm Market, which became a regional icon for fresh produce over the years.

He enjoyed supporting his daughters and their athletic endeavors and was just as supportive towards his grandchildren’s pursuits. He enjoyed talking with friends and strangers alike about gardening, teaching and giving advice when he could. He was a generous and unshakable figure to many who knew him. His resilience and overall joy of life was always an inspiration to his family and friends.

Marvin was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruthann Klooz; a daughter Kathy Matson; one brother, Clark Klooz; two sisters, Dorothy Hansen and Evelyn Hansen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marvin is survived by his daughter Dr. Karen Hunter of McCook, NE; son-in-law Gary Matson of Denver, CO; sister, Eva Reichelderfer of Mineral Wells, TX; grandchildren Logan Hunter (Hannah) of Little Rock, AR; Austin Hunter (Jordan) of Trenton NE; Valerie Loghry of Trenton, NE; and Julia Matson, Denise Matson, David Matson and Sam Matson all of Omaha. Also surviving are numerous great grandchildren, extended family, and friends.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marvin R.&nbsp; Klooz, age 89, of McCook, NE passed away at his home near McCook on December 28, 2021.Marvin was born September 16, 1932 in Farnam, NE to parents Harvey and Elizabeth (Rice) Klooz.&nbsp; He was one of five siblings who attended school in Farnam, graduating from Farnam High School with the Class of 1950.&nbsp; Shortly after graduation, Marvin was stricken with polio taking him almost two years to recover before he was finally able to further his education. In 1956, Marvin graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration.&nbsp;Marvin married Ruthann (Lennemann) Klooz at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church in McCook on July 21, 1956; and to this union two daughters were born.&nbsp; Marvin worked for an insurance company as a regional representative and was able to travel regularly, servicing several states until finally changing career paths in 1968. In that year he and Ruthann purchased his family farm south of Farnam making it a third generation property. During that time, they made their home in the McCook area until finally moving to Ruthann’s family farm in 1974 and living out the remainder of their years.&nbsp;Marvin’s love of farming and agricultural science yielded several new endeavors throughout his life, including a 15-acre orchard and garden that the couple planted in their early 50’s. They kept bees and harvested local honey, ran a 3-acre asparagus patch, and sold an enormous variety of fruits and vegetables at their Klooz Farm Market, which became a regional icon for fresh produce over the years.He enjoyed supporting his daughters and their athletic endeavors and was just as supportive towards his grandchildren’s pursuits. He enjoyed talking with friends and strangers alike about gardening, teaching and giving advice when he could. He was a generous and unshakable figure to many who knew him. His resilience and overall joy of life was always an inspiration to his family and friends.Marvin was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruthann Klooz; a daughter Kathy Matson; one brother, Clark Klooz; two sisters, Dorothy Hansen and Evelyn Hansen.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marvin is survived by his daughter Dr. Karen Hunter of McCook, NE; son-in-law Gary Matson of Denver, CO; sister, Eva Reichelderfer of Mineral Wells, TX; grandchildren Logan Hunter (Hannah) of Little Rock, AR; Austin Hunter (Jordan) of Trenton NE; Valerie Loghry of Trenton, NE; and Julia Matson, Denise Matson, David Matson and Sam Matson all of Omaha. Also surviving are numerous great grandchildren, extended family, and friends.&nbsp;

Marvin R. Klooz (1932-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp;Richard "Dick" Quinn, 82, of McCook, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.&nbsp; He was born in Oxford, Nebraska on November 7, 1939 to parents, Eugene R. Quinn and E. Maxine (Schroder) Quinn. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick completed his schooling at Oxford High School in 1957.&nbsp; He enjoyed most aspects of school and made many friends and was active in football and basketball.&nbsp; Dick was baptized in the Oxford Methodist Church where he also married Carla J. Clarine on August 30, 1959; high school sweethearts, they were married for 62 years. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick was employed at Winkler Market, Rainbo Bread, Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company, and worked part-time at Marv’s Standard Station.&nbsp; The people he met along the way were important as friends and he gained from all his jobs and the people involved. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick enjoyed fixing things and having knowledge about all of it.&nbsp; Friends and family played an important part in his happiness.&nbsp; Dick was a lifetime member of the McCook Elks Club and enjoyed McCook school sports and Nebraska Football.&nbsp; He enjoyed seeing birds not only at his home, but wherever he went.&nbsp; Family cats and a dog or two were always a fun part of the family as well.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Gregory Max, Gina Maureen, and Gary Eugene were born to Dick and Carla and they brought more family to love.&nbsp; Besides all of his aunts and uncles and their families, he was close to his grandparents until their passing, George Sr. and Vesta Quinn and Raymond and Grace Schroder.

&nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Maxine Quinn; father and mother-in-law, Max and May (Loper) Clarine; grandparents, George Sr. and Vesta Quinn and Raymond and Grace Schroder; as well as brothers-in-law, Gerald Haffey and Larry Shaw.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Dick is survived by his wife, Carla Quinn of McCook; son, Gregory Quinn of McCook; daughter, Gina (Kraig) Dorwart of Lincoln; son, Gary Quinn of McCook; four grandchildren: Erica Quinn (Eric Silva), Max Quinn (Sam), Sasha Dorwart (Tracey), and Siera Dorwart; six great-grandchildren: Millani, Masen, Marcello, Trey, Christian, and Alexandria; sister, Kim (Phil) Wilsey of Grand Island; sister, Kay Haffey of Axtell; and sister-in-law, Susanne Clarine Shaw of Grand Island; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday afternoon, April 22, 2022 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Pastor Clark Bates officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in the Memorial Park Cemetery Columbarium in McCook.&nbsp; A gathering will follow services at the Coratel Motel, 612 B Street, McCook.

&nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the McCook Humane Society, Heritage Senior Center of McCook, or to a charity of your choice in Dick's memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp;Richard "Dick" Quinn, 82, of McCook, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.&nbsp; He was born in Oxford, Nebraska on November 7, 1939 to parents, Eugene R. Quinn and E. Maxine (Schroder) Quinn. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick completed his schooling at Oxford High School in 1957.&nbsp; He enjoyed most aspects of school and made many friends and was active in football and basketball.&nbsp; Dick was baptized in the Oxford Methodist Church where he also married Carla J. Clarine on August 30, 1959; high school sweethearts, they were married for 62 years. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick was employed at Winkler Market, Rainbo Bread, Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company, and worked part-time at Marv’s Standard Station.&nbsp; The people he met along the way were important as friends and he gained from all his jobs and the people involved. &nbsp; &nbsp;Dick enjoyed fixing things and having knowledge about all of it.&nbsp; Friends and family played an important part in his happiness.&nbsp; Dick was a lifetime member of the McCook Elks Club and enjoyed McCook school sports and Nebraska Football.&nbsp; He enjoyed seeing birds not only at his home, but wherever he went.&nbsp; Family cats and a dog or two were always a fun part of the family as well.&nbsp; &nbsp;Gregory Max, Gina Maureen, and Gary Eugene were born to Dick and Carla and they brought more family to love.&nbsp; Besides all of his aunts and uncles and their families, he was close to his grandparents until their passing, George Sr. and Vesta Quinn and Raymond and Grace Schroder.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Maxine Quinn; father and mother-in-law, Max and May (Loper) Clarine; grandparents, George Sr. and Vesta Quinn and Raymond and Grace Schroder; as well as brothers-in-law, Gerald Haffey and Larry Shaw.&nbsp; &nbsp;Dick is survived by his wife, Carla Quinn of McCook; son, Gregory Quinn of McCook; daughter, Gina (Kraig) Dorwart of Lincoln; son, Gary Quinn of McCook; four grandchildren: Erica Quinn (Eric Silva), Max Quinn (Sam), Sasha Dorwart (Tracey), and Siera Dorwart; six great-grandchildren: Millani, Masen, Marcello, Trey, Christian, and Alexandria; sister, Kim (Phil) Wilsey of Grand Island; sister, Kay Haffey of Axtell; and sister-in-law, Susanne Clarine Shaw of Grand Island; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday afternoon, April 22, 2022 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Pastor Clark Bates officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in the Memorial Park Cemetery Columbarium in McCook.&nbsp; A gathering will follow services at the Coratel Motel, 612 B Street, McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the McCook Humane Society, Heritage Senior Center of McCook, or to a charity of your choice in Dick's memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Richard "Dick" S. Quinn (1939-2021)

Jeff William Kehr, age 57, of McCook, NE passed away at his home in McCook on December 24, 2021.

Jeff was born June 17, 1964 in Oxford, NE to parents Alvon A. and Addie M. (Dunkin) Kehr.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; Jeff graduated from McCook High School with the Class of 1983.

Jeff was employed by Schmick’s Grocery Store.&nbsp; He enjoyed reading and was most interested in how things were made.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jerry Kehr.

Those left to celebrate his memory include his sister, Janet (James) Johnson of Bemidji, MN and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date at the Oxford Cemetery. Donations may be made to the McCook Public Library: 802 Norris Ave&nbsp; <a href="http://libraries.ne.gov/mccook/">http://libraries.ne.gov/mccook/</a>

Jeff William Kehr, age 57, of McCook, NE passed away at his home in McCook on December 24, 2021.Jeff was born June 17, 1964 in Oxford, NE to parents Alvon A. and Addie M. (Dunkin) Kehr.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; Jeff graduated from McCook High School with the Class of 1983.Jeff was employed by Schmick’s Grocery Store.&nbsp; He enjoyed reading and was most interested in how things were made.Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jerry Kehr.Those left to celebrate his memory include his sister, Janet (James) Johnson of Bemidji, MN and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.Memorial Services will be held at a later date at the Oxford Cemetery. Donations may be made to the McCook Public Library: 802 Norris Ave&nbsp; <a href="http://libraries.ne.gov/mccook/">http://libraries.ne.gov/mccook/</a>

Jeff William Kehr (1964-2021)

Elinor Elizabeth (Engel) Denker was born September 9, 1925, to Adolf and Mina (Siegel) Engel. Elinor grew up in the rural community of Wauneta, Nebraska, where she attended grade school and graduated from Wauneta High School in 1942. She continued her education, attending business school in Denver, Colorado, and worked there for a year upon graduating. Elinor returned to Wauneta and on February 2, 1947, she married Lavern W. Denker. They lived on a farm south of Wauneta, where she assisted Lavern with his farming. Lavern retired from farming in 1992, and the couple, along with their son, Lynn, made Wauneta their home. Because of health issues, Elinor spent the final years of her life at the Wauneta Care and Therapy Center, where she was taken care of by the loving staff who work there. Elinor was a dedicated wife and mother. She joined St. Paul Lutheran Church after her marriage to Lavern. She was an active member in the church, teaching Sunday school and Bible school, singing in the choir, and serving in various other capacities. Elinor was also an active member of the Women’s group at church. She was involved in the Wauneta community as well, serving as a member of the Wauneta American Legion Auxiliary. Elinor loved to sew and knit, sharing those talents. She was an avid reader and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Elinor passed away Wednesday night, December 22, 2021. She was 96 years of age. Elinor is survived by her children: daughter, Pat Polly of Lincoln, NE. sons, Terry and Lynn Denker of Wauneta, NE. Grandchildren: Ann (Rolf) Hovery of Bruce, SD., Stephanie Hand of Omaha, NE, Michael Denker of Bruce, SD, and Ben (Tara) Polly of Ft. Collins, CO. 5 Great-Grandchildren. Elinor was preceded in death by her parents, husband; Lavern, great-grandson; Kyle Denker, sisters; Emma (Homer) Hoff, and Irma (Ernest) Propps, Niece; Ann Prior, and brother and sister-in-law; Richard and Lois Greeley. Memorial services will be held at a later date. A memorial, in Elinor’s memory, has been suggested to the Denker Family for a future designation. On line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Elinor Denker</figcaption>
 </figure>Elinor Elizabeth (Engel) Denker was born September 9, 1925, to Adolf and Mina (Siegel) Engel. Elinor grew up in the rural community of Wauneta, Nebraska, where she attended grade school and graduated from Wauneta High School in 1942. She continued her education, attending business school in Denver, Colorado, and worked there for a year upon graduating. Elinor returned to Wauneta and on February 2, 1947, she married Lavern W. Denker. They lived on a farm south of Wauneta, where she assisted Lavern with his farming. Lavern retired from farming in 1992, and the couple, along with their son, Lynn, made Wauneta their home. Because of health issues, Elinor spent the final years of her life at the Wauneta Care and Therapy Center, where she was taken care of by the loving staff who work there. Elinor was a dedicated wife and mother. She joined St. Paul Lutheran Church after her marriage to Lavern. She was an active member in the church, teaching Sunday school and Bible school, singing in the choir, and serving in various other capacities. Elinor was also an active member of the Women’s group at church. She was involved in the Wauneta community as well, serving as a member of the Wauneta American Legion Auxiliary. Elinor loved to sew and knit, sharing those talents. She was an avid reader and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Elinor passed away Wednesday night, December 22, 2021. She was 96 years of age. Elinor is survived by her children: daughter, Pat Polly of Lincoln, NE. sons, Terry and Lynn Denker of Wauneta, NE. Grandchildren: Ann (Rolf) Hovery of Bruce, SD., Stephanie Hand of Omaha, NE, Michael Denker of Bruce, SD, and Ben (Tara) Polly of Ft. Collins, CO. 5 Great-Grandchildren. Elinor was preceded in death by her parents, husband; Lavern, great-grandson; Kyle Denker, sisters; Emma (Homer) Hoff, and Irma (Ernest) Propps, Niece; Ann Prior, and brother and sister-in-law; Richard and Lois Greeley. Memorial services will be held at a later date. A memorial, in Elinor’s memory, has been suggested to the Denker Family for a future designation. On line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Elinor E Denker (1925-2021)

Diana Lavonne Hipple, age 63 of North Platte, passed away December 27, 2021 at Great Plains Health.  She was born August 2, 1958 to Ralph and Esther (Kembel) Christman in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Diana graduated from Martinsville, Indiana High School with the Class of 1977.&nbsp; She graduated from University of Nebraska at Omaha with a degree in Biology.

Diana married George Hipple on April 6, 1985 in LaVista, NE.&nbsp; The couple lived in&nbsp; North Platte and Diana worked for the State of Nebraska for 35 years.

Diana loved drinking margaritas with her DQ group at the Hub Bar.&nbsp; She was a great poker player, always doing well in tournaments.&nbsp; Diana liked to cook, but she loved to feed a crowd.&nbsp; She loved when people would gather around the table and enjoy a meal.&nbsp; Diana didn't have a lot of hobbies in the typical sense, but how would she have the time.&nbsp; She worked a full-time job, worked part time for her husband, and loved and cared for her children.

Family was the center of her life, especially her grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved caring for others, giving gifts big and small and as often as she could. Diana was selfless and put everyone first.&nbsp; She worried for the well-being of those close to her, but even for those she didn't know well or hadn't seen in years.&nbsp; Diana loved the Lord; she was always praying for someone.

Survivors include her husband, George of North Platte, NE; children, Jad Hipple of North Platte, NE, Geona (Shawn) Custer of Severence, CO, Joanna (Anthony) Ford of Littleton, CO, and Jayme (Sam) Sanford of Oceanside, CA; grandchildren, Eric Ford, Jack Ford, Nicholas Ford, Benjamin Sanford, Grace Sanford, Sophia Hipple, Noa Hipple, Ellis Custer, Hugh Custer, and Calvin Custer; and numerous other family members and many friends.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Ester; brothers, Roger and Ron; and a sister, Debra Christman.

Memorials are suggested in her memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

 Services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, December 31, 2021, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. Visitation will be noon - 7:00, with family receiving friends 5 -7, Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Home.  A reception will follow the service at the Moose Lodge.  Adam &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Diana Lavonne Hipple, age 63 of North Platte, passed away December 27, 2021 at Great Plains Health. She was born August 2, 1958 to Ralph and Esther (Kembel) Christman in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Diana graduated from Martinsville, Indiana High School with the Class of 1977.&nbsp; She graduated from University of Nebraska at Omaha with a degree in Biology.Diana married George Hipple on April 6, 1985 in LaVista, NE.&nbsp; The couple lived in&nbsp; North Platte and Diana worked for the State of Nebraska for 35 years.Diana loved drinking margaritas with her DQ group at the Hub Bar.&nbsp; She was a great poker player, always doing well in tournaments.&nbsp; Diana liked to cook, but she loved to feed a crowd.&nbsp; She loved when people would gather around the table and enjoy a meal.&nbsp; Diana didn't have a lot of hobbies in the typical sense, but how would she have the time.&nbsp; She worked a full-time job, worked part time for her husband, and loved and cared for her children.Family was the center of her life, especially her grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved caring for others, giving gifts big and small and as often as she could. Diana was selfless and put everyone first.&nbsp; She worried for the well-being of those close to her, but even for those she didn't know well or hadn't seen in years.&nbsp; Diana loved the Lord; she was always praying for someone.Survivors include her husband, George of North Platte, NE; children, Jad Hipple of North Platte, NE, Geona (Shawn) Custer of Severence, CO, Joanna (Anthony) Ford of Littleton, CO, and Jayme (Sam) Sanford of Oceanside, CA; grandchildren, Eric Ford, Jack Ford, Nicholas Ford, Benjamin Sanford, Grace Sanford, Sophia Hipple, Noa Hipple, Ellis Custer, Hugh Custer, and Calvin Custer; and numerous other family members and many friends.Diana was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Ester; brothers, Roger and Ron; and a sister, Debra Christman.Memorials are suggested in her memory.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, December 31, 2021, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. Visitation will be noon - 7:00, with family receiving friends 5 -7, Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Home. A reception will follow the service at the Moose Lodge. Adam &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Diana Lavonne Hipple (1958-2021)

Jennifer Lynn Kovanda, 37, of North Platte, formerly of Maxwell, passed away at her grandmother June’s house in Maxwell on December 23, 2021.&nbsp; She was born December 3, 1984 to Mike and Betty (Janeski) Kovanda in North Platte.

She grew up in Maxwell, raised by her mother, Betty and David Tolle.&nbsp; Jennifer attended school in Maxwell and at North Platte High School.&nbsp; She worked at Sands Restaurant, Linden Court, Golden Dragon Chinese, Masonite, and most recently The Good Life restaurant.&nbsp; Jennifer enjoyed fishing and country music.&nbsp; She had a big heart, always wanting to take care of others, especially the elderly.&nbsp; Jennifer had a big smile and big mouth to match.&nbsp; Her first priority in her life were her children.

Jennifer is survived by her mother, Betty (David) Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska; father, Mike (Madge) Kovanda, Missouri; grandmother, June Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska; Mary (Sonny) Simants, North Platte; 6 children: Angelina Marie (Johnathon Kidd) Sanchez, Montrose, Colorado, Xavier Mark Sanchez, North Platte, Nebraska, &nbsp;Nevaeh June Sanchez, Montrose, Colorado, Korbyn DeVaney, Kamryn DeVaney and Kayden DeVaney, Hastings, Nebraska; 2 brothers, Donovan Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska and Preston Kovanda, Missouri; 1 sister, Nikki Fitch, Lincoln, Nebraska; nieces, Brynlee Sommer, Arapahoe, Nebraska, Sabrina Howell, North Platte, Nebraska; nephews, Hunter Tolle, Arapahoe, Nebraska and Carson Harmon, Arapahoe, Nebraska; fiancé &nbsp;Jason Vedder, North Platte, Nebraska; along with other family members and many friends. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Bev (Milton) Fitch, Don Tolle, Rodney Kovanda, and Dean Janeski.&nbsp; Memorial services will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 8, 2022 at First Baptist Church, Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Lyzenga officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery south of Maxwell.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jennifer Lynn Kovanda, 37, of North Platte, formerly of Maxwell, passed away at her grandmother June’s house in Maxwell on December 23, 2021.&nbsp; She was born December 3, 1984 to Mike and Betty (Janeski) Kovanda in North Platte.She grew up in Maxwell, raised by her mother, Betty and David Tolle.&nbsp; Jennifer attended school in Maxwell and at North Platte High School.&nbsp; She worked at Sands Restaurant, Linden Court, Golden Dragon Chinese, Masonite, and most recently The Good Life restaurant.&nbsp; Jennifer enjoyed fishing and country music.&nbsp; She had a big heart, always wanting to take care of others, especially the elderly.&nbsp; Jennifer had a big smile and big mouth to match.&nbsp; Her first priority in her life were her children.Jennifer is survived by her mother, Betty (David) Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska; father, Mike (Madge) Kovanda, Missouri; grandmother, June Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska; Mary (Sonny) Simants, North Platte; 6 children: Angelina Marie (Johnathon Kidd) Sanchez, Montrose, Colorado, Xavier Mark Sanchez, North Platte, Nebraska, &nbsp;Nevaeh June Sanchez, Montrose, Colorado, Korbyn DeVaney, Kamryn DeVaney and Kayden DeVaney, Hastings, Nebraska; 2 brothers, Donovan Tolle, Maxwell, Nebraska and Preston Kovanda, Missouri; 1 sister, Nikki Fitch, Lincoln, Nebraska; nieces, Brynlee Sommer, Arapahoe, Nebraska, Sabrina Howell, North Platte, Nebraska; nephews, Hunter Tolle, Arapahoe, Nebraska and Carson Harmon, Arapahoe, Nebraska; fiancé &nbsp;Jason Vedder, North Platte, Nebraska; along with other family members and many friends. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Bev (Milton) Fitch, Don Tolle, Rodney Kovanda, and Dean Janeski.&nbsp; Memorial services will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 8, 2022 at First Baptist Church, Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Lyzenga officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery south of Maxwell.&nbsp; Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jennifer Lynn Kovanda (1984-2021)

Fred Martin Werkmeister, 70 passed away peacefully in Lincoln, Nebraska on December 25, 2021.

Fred was born in McCook, Nebraska on February 15, 1951 to Max and Donna Werkmeister. He lived in Maywood, Nebraska and graduated from Maywood High School. Fred was part of a large, fun family. There are many stories from his youth with his brothers and cousins that we’ve been told that won’t be put in print to protect the living, but trust me, they had a lot of fun.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Following High School, Fred joined the United States Navy. He served in Vietnam aboard the USS New Orleans, LPH-11. His Navy buddy recalled him as a good spirited and earnest shipmate. Being far from home, they enjoyed listening to Johnny Cash and talking about where they grew up. While aboard the USS New Orleans, they had the distinction of recovering the Apollo 14 capsule. Always a country boy at heart, he broke horses and rode bulls after he was out of the service.

He eventually met the love of his life, LaVonne. They were married at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg on November 24, 1976. He adopted LaVonne’s son Darin and was a loving, devoted father. They made a home together in Gothenburg where Fred worked at the COOP for over 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing with his friends. Never one to be idle, he entered the Lutheran Steven Ministry Program and served the congregation in Callaway, Nebraska for many years. He loved the community of Callaway deeply. He was blessed with two granddaughters who adored him and loved him greatly.

Tragically, he was involved in an automobile accident in 2014 that left him paralyzed from the chest down and confined to a wheelchair. After spending time in Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, he moved to the Callaway Good Life Center where he received loving nursing care. It was that accident that brought forth, for everyone to see, the true strength of the man. He worked tirelessly and fought fearlessly for years to overcome any and all obstacles. He taught himself to use speech to text software, so he could continue to prepare sermons and conduct services for the church in Callaway. He taught himself to use a smart phone and tablet to stay in contact with everyone. He maintained a positive outlook on life and always had a smile and a hearty laugh for everyone. He was always trying to help anyone he could. He never met a stranger and continued to inspire people and make friends wherever he went.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife LaVonne, his son Darin, his daughter-in-law Amy and two granddaughters Catherine and Sarah. Additionally, he is survived by his brothers and sisters Doug, Joe, John, Dennis, Diane, Della, and Denine. He is at peace now with the Lord and his fight is over. Those who knew him and loved him are happy for this, but will miss him terribly.

Register Book signing will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, NE; Friday, February 18, 2022 from 1:00-7:00 pm with the family present from 4:00-6:00 pm.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at American Lutheran Church, Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 10:30 am with Rev. Doug Hjelmstad officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, NE.

Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Meals on Wheels or Madonna Rehabilitation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Fred Martin Werkmeister, 70 passed away peacefully in Lincoln, Nebraska on December 25, 2021.Fred was born in McCook, Nebraska on February 15, 1951 to Max and Donna Werkmeister. He lived in Maywood, Nebraska and graduated from Maywood High School. Fred was part of a large, fun family. There are many stories from his youth with his brothers and cousins that we’ve been told that won’t be put in print to protect the living, but trust me, they had a lot of fun.&nbsp;&nbsp;Following High School, Fred joined the United States Navy. He served in Vietnam aboard the USS New Orleans, LPH-11. His Navy buddy recalled him as a good spirited and earnest shipmate. Being far from home, they enjoyed listening to Johnny Cash and talking about where they grew up. While aboard the USS New Orleans, they had the distinction of recovering the Apollo 14 capsule. Always a country boy at heart, he broke horses and rode bulls after he was out of the service.He eventually met the love of his life, LaVonne. They were married at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg on November 24, 1976. He adopted LaVonne’s son Darin and was a loving, devoted father. They made a home together in Gothenburg where Fred worked at the COOP for over 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing with his friends. Never one to be idle, he entered the Lutheran Steven Ministry Program and served the congregation in Callaway, Nebraska for many years. He loved the community of Callaway deeply. He was blessed with two granddaughters who adored him and loved him greatly.Tragically, he was involved in an automobile accident in 2014 that left him paralyzed from the chest down and confined to a wheelchair. After spending time in Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, he moved to the Callaway Good Life Center where he received loving nursing care. It was that accident that brought forth, for everyone to see, the true strength of the man. He worked tirelessly and fought fearlessly for years to overcome any and all obstacles. He taught himself to use speech to text software, so he could continue to prepare sermons and conduct services for the church in Callaway. He taught himself to use a smart phone and tablet to stay in contact with everyone. He maintained a positive outlook on life and always had a smile and a hearty laugh for everyone. He was always trying to help anyone he could. He never met a stranger and continued to inspire people and make friends wherever he went.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife LaVonne, his son Darin, his daughter-in-law Amy and two granddaughters Catherine and Sarah. Additionally, he is survived by his brothers and sisters Doug, Joe, John, Dennis, Diane, Della, and Denine. He is at peace now with the Lord and his fight is over. Those who knew him and loved him are happy for this, but will miss him terribly.Register Book signing will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, NE; Friday, February 18, 2022 from 1:00-7:00 pm with the family present from 4:00-6:00 pm.Celebration of Life Services will be held at American Lutheran Church, Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 10:30 am with Rev. Doug Hjelmstad officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, NE.Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Meals on Wheels or Madonna Rehabilitation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fred M. Werkmeister (1951-2021)

Jody Lynne Halcott, 59, of North Platte, NE passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at Great Plains Health Hospital.&nbsp; She was born on September 15, 1962 in North Platte, NE the daughter of Ray Wayne and Shirley (Burrious) Nelsen.

Jody graduated top of her class from North Platte High School and the nursing programs at Kearney and Scotts Bluff.&nbsp; She was a certified nurse practitioner and loved being a traveling nurse, willing to go all over the country wherever there was need.&nbsp; She and her mom enjoyed traveling together over the past few years and were set to go to Maine before her illness.&nbsp; She was always looking out for others and was most loving and caring to all she met.

She is survived and lovingly remembered by her mother, Shirley Nelsen of North Platte; son, Jeremy Nelsen of North Platte; daughter, Heather Gale of North Platte; grandchildren, Nathanial Gifford, Noah Nelsen, Izabella Gale, Giuliana Gale, and Marlie Bornsen; brother, Kelly Ray (Lisa) Nelsen of North Platte; sister, Elora (Blaine) Kreiling of North Platte; nieces, Evelyn (Tyler) Mora, Alyssa (Frank) Campbell and Alex (Logan) Booker; great-nieces, Ziggy Mora, Gabby and Luna Campbell, and Mo Booker.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, with Chaplain Brenda Lee officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Friends may sign the memorial book on Monday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the family to help with final expenses.

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 </figure>Jody Lynne Halcott, 59, of North Platte, NE passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at Great Plains Health Hospital.&nbsp; She was born on September 15, 1962 in North Platte, NE the daughter of Ray Wayne and Shirley (Burrious) Nelsen.Jody graduated top of her class from North Platte High School and the nursing programs at Kearney and Scotts Bluff.&nbsp; She was a certified nurse practitioner and loved being a traveling nurse, willing to go all over the country wherever there was need.&nbsp; She and her mom enjoyed traveling together over the past few years and were set to go to Maine before her illness.&nbsp; She was always looking out for others and was most loving and caring to all she met.She is survived and lovingly remembered by her mother, Shirley Nelsen of North Platte; son, Jeremy Nelsen of North Platte; daughter, Heather Gale of North Platte; grandchildren, Nathanial Gifford, Noah Nelsen, Izabella Gale, Giuliana Gale, and Marlie Bornsen; brother, Kelly Ray (Lisa) Nelsen of North Platte; sister, Elora (Blaine) Kreiling of North Platte; nieces, Evelyn (Tyler) Mora, Alyssa (Frank) Campbell and Alex (Logan) Booker; great-nieces, Ziggy Mora, Gabby and Luna Campbell, and Mo Booker.&nbsp;She was predeceased by her father, Ray.Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, with Chaplain Brenda Lee officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Friends may sign the memorial book on Monday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the family to help with final expenses.

Jody L. Halcott (1962-2021)

Keith W. Hogg, 91, of Ansley, passed peacefully from this life on Christmas Day, 2021, surrounded by family. Burial will be at 9:30 a.m., Friday, the 31st of December, at the Ansley Township Cemetery. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Homeward Trail Bible Camp Chapel, Mason City, NE. A Visitation will be Thursday, the 30th of December throughout the day at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Family will be present from 5-7 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Homeward Trail Bible Camp, or to the donor’s choice. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;Keith was born September 13, 1930, at the family home near Janesville, NE. He was the fourth child of Walter and Blanche (Allen) Hogg. Keith attended school at Janesville and Berwyn and completed his high school education graduating with the class of 1947 at Ansley High School. Keith married his bride of nearly 72 years, Marilyn Patterson, at the Ansley Methodist Church on January 1, 1950. In their early married years, they lived in or near Broken Bow, Ansley, Loup City, and Arcadia where Keith worked a variety of jobs; finally getting the opportunity to farm on his own in the Ash Canyon area. In 1960 the family moved to where Keith and Marilyn continued to reside until recent poor health issues forced some changes. Family, farming, faith, and baseball were all Keith’s loves. He remained actively involved in farming through his 90th year, and even when he couldn’t safely get in the tractor and plant crops or feed cattle, he still enjoyed trips to the pastures with family members. He always took good care of his animals and his tools of the trade (machinery). He was frugal in his dealings and enjoyed the good years and persevered in the challenging years of his profession. He was always honest and forthright in his dealings and expected nothing less from others. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Marilyn, children, Wayne (Linda) Hogg of Menomonie, WI, Marilee (Jim) Kulhanek of Kearney, Beverly (Gary) Deaver of rural Ansley, Shirley Ryan of Overton, Julie (Neil) Ostrand of rural Mason City, and Janet (Craig) Slack of Ansley; 22 grandchildren, and more than 50 great grandchildren. Surviving siblings include John (Carol) Hogg of Bakersfield, CA, Bob (Gloria) Hogg of Weiser, ID, Jim (Carol) Hogg of Salmon, ID, Donna DeSpain of Longview, WA, Glen (Donna) Hogg of Kelso, WA, and Pat (John) Robarge of Bellevue, WA, many nieces and nephews, friends, and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Dan and Bill, sister, Betty, sister-in-law, Lola, brother-in-law, Marion, and one grandson.

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 </figure>Keith W. Hogg, 91, of Ansley, passed peacefully from this life on Christmas Day, 2021, surrounded by family. Burial will be at 9:30 a.m., Friday, the 31st of December, at the Ansley Township Cemetery. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Homeward Trail Bible Camp Chapel, Mason City, NE. A Visitation will be Thursday, the 30th of December throughout the day at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Family will be present from 5-7 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Homeward Trail Bible Camp, or to the donor’s choice. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;Keith was born September 13, 1930, at the family home near Janesville, NE. He was the fourth child of Walter and Blanche (Allen) Hogg. Keith attended school at Janesville and Berwyn and completed his high school education graduating with the class of 1947 at Ansley High School. Keith married his bride of nearly 72 years, Marilyn Patterson, at the Ansley Methodist Church on January 1, 1950. In their early married years, they lived in or near Broken Bow, Ansley, Loup City, and Arcadia where Keith worked a variety of jobs; finally getting the opportunity to farm on his own in the Ash Canyon area. In 1960 the family moved to where Keith and Marilyn continued to reside until recent poor health issues forced some changes. Family, farming, faith, and baseball were all Keith’s loves. He remained actively involved in farming through his 90th year, and even when he couldn’t safely get in the tractor and plant crops or feed cattle, he still enjoyed trips to the pastures with family members. He always took good care of his animals and his tools of the trade (machinery). He was frugal in his dealings and enjoyed the good years and persevered in the challenging years of his profession. He was always honest and forthright in his dealings and expected nothing less from others. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Marilyn, children, Wayne (Linda) Hogg of Menomonie, WI, Marilee (Jim) Kulhanek of Kearney, Beverly (Gary) Deaver of rural Ansley, Shirley Ryan of Overton, Julie (Neil) Ostrand of rural Mason City, and Janet (Craig) Slack of Ansley; 22 grandchildren, and more than 50 great grandchildren. Surviving siblings include John (Carol) Hogg of Bakersfield, CA, Bob (Gloria) Hogg of Weiser, ID, Jim (Carol) Hogg of Salmon, ID, Donna DeSpain of Longview, WA, Glen (Donna) Hogg of Kelso, WA, and Pat (John) Robarge of Bellevue, WA, many nieces and nephews, friends, and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Dan and Bill, sister, Betty, sister-in-law, Lola, brother-in-law, Marion, and one grandson.

Keith Hogg (1930-2021)

Ashton Zachary Schweitzer age 17 of Broken Bow, NE died December 23, 2021, at his home in Broken Bow, NE.

Funeral services will be Friday, December 31, 2021, at 10:00 am at the Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow with Pastor Tim Peterson officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Family (payable to Zach Schweiter C/O Nebraska State Bank P O Box 688 Broken Bow, NE 68822). A visitation will take place on Thursday, December 30th&nbsp;from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Evangelical Free Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

In an effort to help with parking at the Church, the Broken Bow Schools will bus all students wishing to attend the services for Ashton, from the School to the Evangelical Free Church and back to the School after services. All are asked to please meet on the East side of the High School before 9:15 a.m. Ashton Schweitzer is the oldest son of Amy Kinman &amp; Zach Schweitzer&nbsp;&amp; beloved brother to Zander, Ava &amp; Lynx.&nbsp; Ashton has always been a person who would show up for others. It wasn’t uncommon for him to&nbsp;offer an ear, a cruise, a shoulder to lean on, a safe space. Whatever the scenario, Ashton was always willing to go above and beyond to help those he cared about.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton lived an authentic life and from a very young age found purpose in being of service any way he was able.&nbsp; So often during his free time, he’d be helping in the shop, helping friends work cattle, fixing fence, mowing lawns, cutting wood, whatever was&nbsp;needed Ashton -&nbsp; didn’t mind being that guy.&nbsp; Ashton’s one of those people you feel good knowing is on your side &amp; will have your back, definitely a special type of comfort to offer those he loves. Ashton’s passion during his youth was towards wrestling and football, he loves sports, perfecting his techniques, gaining wisdom, building friendships with his teammates, and making memories, coaching the younger kids and during his high school years Ashton was learning to appreciate the challenges he was growing through.&nbsp;His strength, dedication and determination will never be forgotten, and we will lean into his display of strength to get us through this life&nbsp;without him.&nbsp;&nbsp; While in school, wrestling &amp; football, Ashton was able to have made the friendships of a lifetime….friendships that turned into a brother/sisterhood.&nbsp; His connections always genuine, reaching near &amp; far and the impact he has made on the hearts of many will live on. &nbsp; Ashton is loved immensely and always, by his family, friends, animals, and all the families who offered their home and made him an honorary family member.&nbsp;Ashton was held in love&nbsp;from every direction and definitely felt it.&nbsp; To name Ashton’s accomplishments both academically and as an athlete are far greater than space allows &amp; while his athleticism was always&nbsp;impressive and a thrill to watch, his integrity &amp; heart will forever be his legacy. May Ashton continue peacefully on his journey, knowing the world was a better place with him in it and we’re all better for knowing him.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton is survived by mom Amy Kinman of Lincoln, dad Zachary (Nikki) Schweitzer of Osmond, brother Zander Schweitzer of Broken Bow, sister Ava Sintek of Lincoln, brother Lynx Sintek of Lincoln, grandmother Liz Kinman of Santa Clarita, CA, grandparents Bob and Wanda Schweitzer of Broken Bow, Step grandparents Sandy (Tom) McConnell of Norfolk, and Bob (Barb) Nielsen of Bradenton, FL, and step great grandmother Neva Winter of Norfolk.

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 </figure>Ashton Zachary Schweitzer age 17 of Broken Bow, NE died December 23, 2021, at his home in Broken Bow, NE.Funeral services will be Friday, December 31, 2021, at 10:00 am at the Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow with Pastor Tim Peterson officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Family (payable to Zach Schweiter C/O Nebraska State Bank P O Box 688 Broken Bow, NE 68822). A visitation will take place on Thursday, December 30th&nbsp;from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Evangelical Free Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.In an effort to help with parking at the Church, the Broken Bow Schools will bus all students wishing to attend the services for Ashton, from the School to the Evangelical Free Church and back to the School after services. All are asked to please meet on the East side of the High School before 9:15 a.m. Ashton Schweitzer is the oldest son of Amy Kinman &amp; Zach Schweitzer&nbsp;&amp; beloved brother to Zander, Ava &amp; Lynx.&nbsp; Ashton has always been a person who would show up for others. It wasn’t uncommon for him to&nbsp;offer an ear, a cruise, a shoulder to lean on, a safe space. Whatever the scenario, Ashton was always willing to go above and beyond to help those he cared about.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton lived an authentic life and from a very young age found purpose in being of service any way he was able.&nbsp; So often during his free time, he’d be helping in the shop, helping friends work cattle, fixing fence, mowing lawns, cutting wood, whatever was&nbsp;needed Ashton -&nbsp; didn’t mind being that guy.&nbsp; Ashton’s one of those people you feel good knowing is on your side &amp; will have your back, definitely a special type of comfort to offer those he loves. Ashton’s passion during his youth was towards wrestling and football, he loves sports, perfecting his techniques, gaining wisdom, building friendships with his teammates, and making memories, coaching the younger kids and during his high school years Ashton was learning to appreciate the challenges he was growing through.&nbsp;His strength, dedication and determination will never be forgotten, and we will lean into his display of strength to get us through this life&nbsp;without him.&nbsp;&nbsp; While in school, wrestling &amp; football, Ashton was able to have made the friendships of a lifetime….friendships that turned into a brother/sisterhood.&nbsp; His connections always genuine, reaching near &amp; far and the impact he has made on the hearts of many will live on. &nbsp; Ashton is loved immensely and always, by his family, friends, animals, and all the families who offered their home and made him an honorary family member.&nbsp;Ashton was held in love&nbsp;from every direction and definitely felt it.&nbsp; To name Ashton’s accomplishments both academically and as an athlete are far greater than space allows &amp; while his athleticism was always&nbsp;impressive and a thrill to watch, his integrity &amp; heart will forever be his legacy. May Ashton continue peacefully on his journey, knowing the world was a better place with him in it and we’re all better for knowing him.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton is survived by mom Amy Kinman of Lincoln, dad Zachary (Nikki) Schweitzer of Osmond, brother Zander Schweitzer of Broken Bow, sister Ava Sintek of Lincoln, brother Lynx Sintek of Lincoln, grandmother Liz Kinman of Santa Clarita, CA, grandparents Bob and Wanda Schweitzer of Broken Bow, Step grandparents Sandy (Tom) McConnell of Norfolk, and Bob (Barb) Nielsen of Bradenton, FL, and step great grandmother Neva Winter of Norfolk.

Ashton Schweitzer (2004-2021)

Darrell Dean Myers, 81, of the Lillian community, passed away on December 22, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 10:30 am at the Gates Community Center in Gates, NE with Steve Shanno officiating. Burial will be in the Lillian Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated to Darrell's medical caregivers. A visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 7:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Darrell was born September 22, 1940, in Lillian, Nebraska, and was the youngest of three children born to Lloyd and Alma (Howell) Myers. Darrell attended Lillian Grade School and Broken Bow High School.&nbsp; He worked for Ayers Cothiers during high school. His mechanical journey began following high school, working at various garages.&nbsp; He was employed by Mestons Motors Ford Dealership and Anderson Equipment in Sargent.&nbsp; In 1961, he followed cousin James Bonnell to Greely, Colorado, and worked for the Ford dealership.&nbsp; In 1962, he returned home to help his dad with farming, after Lloyd experienced an injury. In January 1963, he began dating the love of his life, Ruth Ann Spanel.&nbsp; They were married May 4, 1963 and made their first home on the farm with his parents.&nbsp; They continued to farm with Lloyd and Alma for several years. To this union, five children were born.&nbsp; Bradley was born August 1964.&nbsp; In 1966, Darrell and Ruth purchased and moved to their homeplace (from Aunt Ruth Bates).&nbsp; Bradley passed on December 15, 1967, after a farming accident.&nbsp; This was a difficult journey for Darrell and Ruth, but the birth of Robin, two months later in 1968, helped lessen the burden.&nbsp; Annette, Amy, and Brent helped complete the family in 1969, 1972, and 1977 respectively. Darrell and Ruth farmed for several years which included a dairy barn in early years.&nbsp; Later on, they raised cattle and pigs. He also worked some for Perry Myers and Bill Bigbee. Darrell also worked for Trotter’s Service in Broken Bow as a fuel truck driver and as a station attendant. After Darrell’s retirement from Trotter’s, he and Ruth started Myers Lamb Operation, which became known as Ewe View Farm.&nbsp; The grandkids have many special memories of helping with chores and feeding bottle lambs. Both were fully retired in 2011 and enjoyed attending the activities of the grandchildren and trips to Broken Bow eating at Betty’s Café. &nbsp;A highlight of their travels was visiting James and Sharon Bonnell in Colorado. Darrell loved driving race cars in his younger years, many fishing/camping trips, and he and Ruth especially enjoyed the deer hunting adventures with Jerry and Ginger Spanel.&nbsp; After retirement, he enjoyed tractor rides, tractor pulls, and driving his prize possession of Case IH tractors in local parades with his family.&nbsp; He and his son, Brent, restored each tractor of his collection.&nbsp; The Sassy Massy most definitely being the family favorite. Darrell is survived by his wife, Ruth, of Broken Bow, children Robin (Mark) Christen of Anselmo, Annette (Kyle) Geiser of Merna, Amy (Brett) Brunken of Burwell, and Brent (Rachelle) Myers of Broken Bow; grandchildren Michael, Gregory, Shaun (Tierney), and Megan Christen, Cole (Kayla), Trent, and Tara Geiser, Makenna and Jessica Brunken, and Kirsten, Quinten, and Rhianen Myers; and three great-grandchildren Brody and Bentley Geiser, and Eyla Christen. Darrell was preceded in death by his son, Bradley Darrell, parents Lloyd and Alma Myers, stepmother Lacy Storms-Myers, parents-in-law Rudolph and Agnes Spanel, sisters JoAnne Miller and Leslea Holcomb, brothers-in-law Steve Holcomb, Ivan Coleman, Richard “Dick” Graybeal, and Gerald “Jerry” Spanel. Darrell was well known for his teasing and sense of humor.&nbsp; Even during his medical struggles, he shared his laughter and wit with family and those caring for him.&nbsp; The family he raised was his pride and joy and most definitely his greatest accomplishment in life.&nbsp; He helped create countless memories with these special people, all who will miss him dearly.

<figure>
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 </figure>Darrell Dean Myers, 81, of the Lillian community, passed away on December 22, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 10:30 am at the Gates Community Center in Gates, NE with Steve Shanno officiating. Burial will be in the Lillian Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated to Darrell's medical caregivers. A visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 7:00 pm with family greeting 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Darrell was born September 22, 1940, in Lillian, Nebraska, and was the youngest of three children born to Lloyd and Alma (Howell) Myers. Darrell attended Lillian Grade School and Broken Bow High School.&nbsp; He worked for Ayers Cothiers during high school. His mechanical journey began following high school, working at various garages.&nbsp; He was employed by Mestons Motors Ford Dealership and Anderson Equipment in Sargent.&nbsp; In 1961, he followed cousin James Bonnell to Greely, Colorado, and worked for the Ford dealership.&nbsp; In 1962, he returned home to help his dad with farming, after Lloyd experienced an injury. In January 1963, he began dating the love of his life, Ruth Ann Spanel.&nbsp; They were married May 4, 1963 and made their first home on the farm with his parents.&nbsp; They continued to farm with Lloyd and Alma for several years. To this union, five children were born.&nbsp; Bradley was born August 1964.&nbsp; In 1966, Darrell and Ruth purchased and moved to their homeplace (from Aunt Ruth Bates).&nbsp; Bradley passed on December 15, 1967, after a farming accident.&nbsp; This was a difficult journey for Darrell and Ruth, but the birth of Robin, two months later in 1968, helped lessen the burden.&nbsp; Annette, Amy, and Brent helped complete the family in 1969, 1972, and 1977 respectively. Darrell and Ruth farmed for several years which included a dairy barn in early years.&nbsp; Later on, they raised cattle and pigs. He also worked some for Perry Myers and Bill Bigbee. Darrell also worked for Trotter’s Service in Broken Bow as a fuel truck driver and as a station attendant. After Darrell’s retirement from Trotter’s, he and Ruth started Myers Lamb Operation, which became known as Ewe View Farm.&nbsp; The grandkids have many special memories of helping with chores and feeding bottle lambs. Both were fully retired in 2011 and enjoyed attending the activities of the grandchildren and trips to Broken Bow eating at Betty’s Café. &nbsp;A highlight of their travels was visiting James and Sharon Bonnell in Colorado. Darrell loved driving race cars in his younger years, many fishing/camping trips, and he and Ruth especially enjoyed the deer hunting adventures with Jerry and Ginger Spanel.&nbsp; After retirement, he enjoyed tractor rides, tractor pulls, and driving his prize possession of Case IH tractors in local parades with his family.&nbsp; He and his son, Brent, restored each tractor of his collection.&nbsp; The Sassy Massy most definitely being the family favorite. Darrell is survived by his wife, Ruth, of Broken Bow, children Robin (Mark) Christen of Anselmo, Annette (Kyle) Geiser of Merna, Amy (Brett) Brunken of Burwell, and Brent (Rachelle) Myers of Broken Bow; grandchildren Michael, Gregory, Shaun (Tierney), and Megan Christen, Cole (Kayla), Trent, and Tara Geiser, Makenna and Jessica Brunken, and Kirsten, Quinten, and Rhianen Myers; and three great-grandchildren Brody and Bentley Geiser, and Eyla Christen. Darrell was preceded in death by his son, Bradley Darrell, parents Lloyd and Alma Myers, stepmother Lacy Storms-Myers, parents-in-law Rudolph and Agnes Spanel, sisters JoAnne Miller and Leslea Holcomb, brothers-in-law Steve Holcomb, Ivan Coleman, Richard “Dick” Graybeal, and Gerald “Jerry” Spanel. Darrell was well known for his teasing and sense of humor.&nbsp; Even during his medical struggles, he shared his laughter and wit with family and those caring for him.&nbsp; The family he raised was his pride and joy and most definitely his greatest accomplishment in life.&nbsp; He helped create countless memories with these special people, all who will miss him dearly.

Darrell Dean Myers (1940-2021)

Patsy Kay Lowry, 72, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at Lexington Regional Health Center. She was born on March 12, 1949 to George and Vera (Nichols) Batt in Alliance, Nebraska, Patsy grew up in Scottsbluff, Nebraska where she attended public school and graduated from Scottsbluff High School with the class of 1967.&nbsp; Patsy then attended Cosmetology school in Scottsbluff.&nbsp;&nbsp; On October 25, 1967, Patsy was united in marriage to David Converse in Colorado.&nbsp; Three sons were blessed to this union: David, Mike and Kevin.&nbsp; The family made their home in Scottsbluff, before moving to Cozad, Nebraska where the boys graduated from high school and in 1993, Patsy moved to Lexington. Their marriage would later end in divorce. Patsy found love again, and was united in marriage to Karl Lowry on November 12, 1994 in Holdrege.&nbsp; They made their home in Lexington and Patsy kept busy working as a bookkeeper for over twenty years between Telecom for her son, Mike in Cozad and Gothenburg and for her son, David at Team Detail in Lexington. Patsy was a very talented seamstress.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing clothes for herself, children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved music and playing the piano in her younger years.&nbsp; She looked forward to getting together on Saturday nights with her family which was a family tradition.&nbsp; She also loved attending her grandchildren’s activities, especially sporting events. Patsy is survived by her husband, Karl of Lexington; her three sons, David (Shelly) Converse, Mike (Kristie) Converse and Kevin (Mandy) Converse all of Lexington; ten grandchildren, Justin (Jynai) Converse of Gothenburg, Mindy Douglas of Seward, Sabrina Converse of Kearney, Noah Converse, Garrett Converse, Levi Converse, Zachary Converse, Parrhesia Converse, Kaylee Converse and Isaac Converse all of Lexington; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Roger (Sherry) Batt of Kearney and Eugene Batt of Scottsbluff; two step-children, Karl Jr. (Teresa) Lowry of Fountain Lake, Arkansas and Amanda (Alex) Milosavljevic of Arkansas and six step-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and sister-in-law, Kathy Batt. Funeral Services will be on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021, one hour prior to the Funeral Service. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to Calvary Assembly of God Church in Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Patsy Kay Lowry, 72, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at Lexington Regional Health Center. She was born on March 12, 1949 to George and Vera (Nichols) Batt in Alliance, Nebraska, Patsy grew up in Scottsbluff, Nebraska where she attended public school and graduated from Scottsbluff High School with the class of 1967.&nbsp; Patsy then attended Cosmetology school in Scottsbluff.&nbsp;&nbsp; On October 25, 1967, Patsy was united in marriage to David Converse in Colorado.&nbsp; Three sons were blessed to this union: David, Mike and Kevin.&nbsp; The family made their home in Scottsbluff, before moving to Cozad, Nebraska where the boys graduated from high school and in 1993, Patsy moved to Lexington. Their marriage would later end in divorce. Patsy found love again, and was united in marriage to Karl Lowry on November 12, 1994 in Holdrege.&nbsp; They made their home in Lexington and Patsy kept busy working as a bookkeeper for over twenty years between Telecom for her son, Mike in Cozad and Gothenburg and for her son, David at Team Detail in Lexington. Patsy was a very talented seamstress.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing clothes for herself, children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved music and playing the piano in her younger years.&nbsp; She looked forward to getting together on Saturday nights with her family which was a family tradition.&nbsp; She also loved attending her grandchildren’s activities, especially sporting events. Patsy is survived by her husband, Karl of Lexington; her three sons, David (Shelly) Converse, Mike (Kristie) Converse and Kevin (Mandy) Converse all of Lexington; ten grandchildren, Justin (Jynai) Converse of Gothenburg, Mindy Douglas of Seward, Sabrina Converse of Kearney, Noah Converse, Garrett Converse, Levi Converse, Zachary Converse, Parrhesia Converse, Kaylee Converse and Isaac Converse all of Lexington; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Roger (Sherry) Batt of Kearney and Eugene Batt of Scottsbluff; two step-children, Karl Jr. (Teresa) Lowry of Fountain Lake, Arkansas and Amanda (Alex) Milosavljevic of Arkansas and six step-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and sister-in-law, Kathy Batt. Funeral Services will be on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021, one hour prior to the Funeral Service. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to Calvary Assembly of God Church in Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Patsy Kay Lowry (1949-2021)

Kenneth Priddy, age 65, of Stratton, passed away Monday morning, December 27, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday morning, December 30, 2021 at Community United Methodist Church in Stratton with Pastor Laura Cherry officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in Rose Hill Cemetery in Stratton.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp; The family will be present from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM to greet friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society in Kenny's name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kenneth Priddy, age 65, of Stratton, passed away Monday morning, December 27, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday morning, December 30, 2021 at Community United Methodist Church in Stratton with Pastor Laura Cherry officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow services in Rose Hill Cemetery in Stratton.Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp; The family will be present from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM to greet friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society in Kenny's name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth E. Priddy (1956-2021)

Geraldine A. Zorn, 86, of Oshkosh passed away Saturday evening, December 25, 2021 at the Regional West Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh. Geraldine Aldah was born November 12, 1935, in Oshkosh to Darius and Aldah (Stilwell) Delatour.&nbsp; She attended country school in the sandhills.&nbsp; She dropped out of high school in 1953 and married Jake Boone.&nbsp; To this union 3 boys were born: Ken, Mike, and Sam.&nbsp; On January 17, 1958, she married John “Jack” Zorn. Two more children, John and Sally joined the family.&nbsp; They lived on the family ranch north of Oshkosh.&nbsp; She worked 45+ years at the old hospital and moving into the new hospital in housekeeping.&nbsp; Later in life, she earned her CNA and continued working after her “retirement” in addition to cleaning houses.&nbsp; Geraldine loved playing cards and getting together with friends to play cards.&nbsp; She was a longtime active member of St. Mark’s and many other organizations around the county.&nbsp; She held numerous fundraisers. Geraldine is survived by her children; Mike and wife, Barb Boone, Sam and wife, Mary Kay Boone, John Zorn and Sally and husband, Dean Corfield all of Oshkosh; 7 grandsons and 2 granddaughters; 13 great-grandchildren with one on the way; 2 sisters-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband in 1994; son, Ken in 1975; and all of her siblings. &nbsp; Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Oshkosh with Pastor Scotty Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held in the Oshkosh Cemetery at a later date. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). In accordance with Geraldine’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Memorials in Geraldine’s can be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or the Regional West Garden County Foundation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Zorn family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/12/1640711776965.jpeg" alt="Geraldine Zorn" />
 <figcaption>Geraldine Zorn</figcaption>
 </figure>Geraldine A. Zorn, 86, of Oshkosh passed away Saturday evening, December 25, 2021 at the Regional West Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh. Geraldine Aldah was born November 12, 1935, in Oshkosh to Darius and Aldah (Stilwell) Delatour.&nbsp; She attended country school in the sandhills.&nbsp; She dropped out of high school in 1953 and married Jake Boone.&nbsp; To this union 3 boys were born: Ken, Mike, and Sam.&nbsp; On January 17, 1958, she married John “Jack” Zorn. Two more children, John and Sally joined the family.&nbsp; They lived on the family ranch north of Oshkosh.&nbsp; She worked 45+ years at the old hospital and moving into the new hospital in housekeeping.&nbsp; Later in life, she earned her CNA and continued working after her “retirement” in addition to cleaning houses.&nbsp; Geraldine loved playing cards and getting together with friends to play cards.&nbsp; She was a longtime active member of St. Mark’s and many other organizations around the county.&nbsp; She held numerous fundraisers. Geraldine is survived by her children; Mike and wife, Barb Boone, Sam and wife, Mary Kay Boone, John Zorn and Sally and husband, Dean Corfield all of Oshkosh; 7 grandsons and 2 granddaughters; 13 great-grandchildren with one on the way; 2 sisters-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband in 1994; son, Ken in 1975; and all of her siblings. &nbsp; Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Oshkosh with Pastor Scotty Ray officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held in the Oshkosh Cemetery at a later date. Services will be streamed live and available to watch after the service on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). In accordance with Geraldine’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Memorials in Geraldine’s can be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or the Regional West Garden County Foundation. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Zorn family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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