&nbsp; Billie John Reed, age 87, of Hershey passed away at home surrounded by his family on November 23, 2021. Billie, one of five children born to Oren and Ruby Reed, was born on the family farm north of Scandia, KS, on August 27, 1934.&nbsp; He grew up working on the family farm and even bailed hay for 25¢ an hour during high school. Billie's schooling began at Union Valley Country School then he attended high school in Belleville.&nbsp; After graduating, he spent the next year as a field worker for his parents.&nbsp; In 1954, Billie enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and proudly served three years. While serving at Camp Pendleton, CA, Billie met Phyllis Raye Elliott and the couple married two years later in Las Vegas, NV, on June 12, 1956.&nbsp; Their first 10 years together were spent in California where, after his honorable discharge, Billie delivered wholesale and retail milk products and later owned his own routes, and the couple welcomed five children, with three more to come later. In 1966, Billie and Phyllis decided to move so they could raise their family in uncrowded conditions and among friendly people. They moved to Nebraska, living in North Platte, then Maxwell. Billie took a job with Northwestern Engineers, working as an autograde leveler on I-80.&nbsp; His work later relocated the family to South Dakota, then back to various towns in Nebraska.&nbsp; Because they really enjoyed living in smaller communities, the Reeds purchased a home in Hershey in 1971 and have been there ever since. Billie had many jobs over the years. He ran a bread route for Metz Baking Company, managed the Barn Store and Orange Moose Juice Stores, worked at the Farmers Co-op Elevator in Hershey, and worked at the Power Plant during shutdowns.&nbsp; He also opened and managed various business including the Tomahawk in North Platte and Reed's Landing at the lake in Ogallala. Not one to sit still, Billie continued working in his later years, mowing lawns and was doing security at 80 years of age. Billie was active in the Hershey community where he served on the school board, village board, telephone board, Lion's Club and American Legion.&nbsp; He even made time to golf, bowl, hunt, fish, camp and go to casinos as well as take a vacation every year.&nbsp; Billie loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oren and Ruby; brothers, Max and Gary Reed; brother-in-law, John Dinning; son-in-law, Daniel Baustian; grandchildren, Isabella Baustian and Eric Nardini; grandson-in-law, John Kalsbeek; and Julie Maske, his youngest child. Billie leaves behind his loving wife, Phyllis, of Hershey; daughters, Cindy (Reed) Kuroki and Lucie Reed, of Hershey and Helene Baustian, of Fremont; sons, Dominic 'Nick' (Denise) Reed, of Sutherland, Darrell (Irma) Reed, of St. Francis, KS, Billie (Tammie) Reed, of North Platte and Pat (Lorie) Reed, of Salina, KS; his sister, Patricia Dinning, and brother, Reggie (Jackie) Reed, of Courtland, KS; 29 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and other family. Memorial service will be held at noon on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Hershey Methodist Church.&nbsp; Services will be livestreamed through the church at hspparish.com.&nbsp; Graveside service with Military Honors will be at 2 p.m. at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are to the family.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Billie John Reed, age 87, of Hershey passed away at home surrounded by his family on November 23, 2021. Billie, one of five children born to Oren and Ruby Reed, was born on the family farm north of Scandia, KS, on August 27, 1934.&nbsp; He grew up working on the family farm and even bailed hay for 25¢ an hour during high school. Billie's schooling began at Union Valley Country School then he attended high school in Belleville.&nbsp; After graduating, he spent the next year as a field worker for his parents.&nbsp; In 1954, Billie enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and proudly served three years. While serving at Camp Pendleton, CA, Billie met Phyllis Raye Elliott and the couple married two years later in Las Vegas, NV, on June 12, 1956.&nbsp; Their first 10 years together were spent in California where, after his honorable discharge, Billie delivered wholesale and retail milk products and later owned his own routes, and the couple welcomed five children, with three more to come later. In 1966, Billie and Phyllis decided to move so they could raise their family in uncrowded conditions and among friendly people. They moved to Nebraska, living in North Platte, then Maxwell. Billie took a job with Northwestern Engineers, working as an autograde leveler on I-80.&nbsp; His work later relocated the family to South Dakota, then back to various towns in Nebraska.&nbsp; Because they really enjoyed living in smaller communities, the Reeds purchased a home in Hershey in 1971 and have been there ever since. Billie had many jobs over the years. He ran a bread route for Metz Baking Company, managed the Barn Store and Orange Moose Juice Stores, worked at the Farmers Co-op Elevator in Hershey, and worked at the Power Plant during shutdowns.&nbsp; He also opened and managed various business including the Tomahawk in North Platte and Reed's Landing at the lake in Ogallala. Not one to sit still, Billie continued working in his later years, mowing lawns and was doing security at 80 years of age. Billie was active in the Hershey community where he served on the school board, village board, telephone board, Lion's Club and American Legion.&nbsp; He even made time to golf, bowl, hunt, fish, camp and go to casinos as well as take a vacation every year.&nbsp; Billie loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oren and Ruby; brothers, Max and Gary Reed; brother-in-law, John Dinning; son-in-law, Daniel Baustian; grandchildren, Isabella Baustian and Eric Nardini; grandson-in-law, John Kalsbeek; and Julie Maske, his youngest child. Billie leaves behind his loving wife, Phyllis, of Hershey; daughters, Cindy (Reed) Kuroki and Lucie Reed, of Hershey and Helene Baustian, of Fremont; sons, Dominic 'Nick' (Denise) Reed, of Sutherland, Darrell (Irma) Reed, of St. Francis, KS, Billie (Tammie) Reed, of North Platte and Pat (Lorie) Reed, of Salina, KS; his sister, Patricia Dinning, and brother, Reggie (Jackie) Reed, of Courtland, KS; 29 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and other family. Memorial service will be held at noon on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Hershey Methodist Church.&nbsp; Services will be livestreamed through the church at hspparish.com.&nbsp; Graveside service with Military Honors will be at 2 p.m. at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are to the family.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Billie John Reed (1934-2021)

Jon Douglas Hohnholt, age 62, passed away on Monday, November 22 at his home, with his wife by his side who lovingly cared for him throughout his eight-month courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was born in Fort Morgan, Colorado, to his wonderful mother, Norma Hohnholt, and father, Bert Hohnholt. He grew up in Broomfield, Colorado where he spent his childhood playing with his siblings and neighborhood kids in the backyard or the baseball field across the street from his house. The family moved to Wauneta where Jon attended&nbsp;high school. He played many sports and created special memories with some of his lifelong friends during that time. Jon had a bit of an ornery streak, and because of that, his mother became very well acquainted with his high school principal. He graduated in 1977 and then moved to Kearney where he attended a year of college at KSC.&nbsp;&nbsp; On March 10, 1979, Jon married Jerlyn Gage, whom he forever sweetly referred to as his “old lady”. They lived in Kearney for a year, and during that time, they had their first daughter, Jessica. The family moved to Maxwell in 1980, where their second daughter, Melissa was born, and then moved to North Platte in 1990. Jon had a love for southern rock music, and because of that, he named both of his girls after songs from one of his favorite bands, The Allman Brothers.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved building and creating beautiful structures, and right up until the time of his death, he would record and watch home building shows where he would study new and different ways of doing things. He worked for 84 Lumber and Kildare Lumber before branching out and starting a construction business with partners, which eventually became Sunset Construction. He built quality homes, and developed wonderful relationships right up until the spring of 2021 when his illness put him into early retirement.&nbsp; &nbsp;Jon loved life, he loved playing trivia and cards with his family, he enjoyed watching all sports, playing golf, and keeping stats on all of his teams. He was lifelong fan of the Denver Broncos, and loved all Colorado sports. He looked forward to the family fantasy football league every year, where was very competitive with his grandsons. He loved traveling with his wife where the primary goal was searching out the best restaurants. He loved his family dogs and tolerated the cat. Jon’s greatest joys were spending time with his two grandsons, Miles and Brady, where he always made them laugh.&nbsp;&nbsp; Jon leaves behind, his wife of 42 years, Jerlyn of North Platte; daughters Jessica and husband Sam Tedore of Omaha, Melissa and husband Tyler Palacios of North Platte. Grandsons, Miles Palacios and Brady Tedore. His mother, Norma Denker of North Platte; brother Dennis (Judy) Hohnholt of Strasburg, Colorado, sister Judi Starnes of Denver, and brother Jim (Denise) Hohnholt of North Platte, Sister-in-law Cherie (Chris) Wallace of McCook, Brothers-in-law Jim (Cindy) Gage of Longmont, Colorado, and Mike (Julie) Gage of North Platte, his little dog Bucky, and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. All of these he loved and touched deeply.&nbsp; His death was preceded by Stepfather Ivan Denker, Grandparents Charlie and Clara McBride and Everett and Edith Hohnholt,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mother and Father-in-law, Keith and Mary Gage.&nbsp; Services will be held 4:30 P.M., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at First&nbsp;United&nbsp;Methodist Church with Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00-7:00, with family present 5:00-7:00, Monday, November 29, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook&nbsp;Page for those unable to attend.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Jon Hohnholt</figcaption>
 </figure>Jon Douglas Hohnholt, age 62, passed away on Monday, November 22 at his home, with his wife by his side who lovingly cared for him throughout his eight-month courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was born in Fort Morgan, Colorado, to his wonderful mother, Norma Hohnholt, and father, Bert Hohnholt. He grew up in Broomfield, Colorado where he spent his childhood playing with his siblings and neighborhood kids in the backyard or the baseball field across the street from his house. The family moved to Wauneta where Jon attended&nbsp;high school. He played many sports and created special memories with some of his lifelong friends during that time. Jon had a bit of an ornery streak, and because of that, his mother became very well acquainted with his high school principal. He graduated in 1977 and then moved to Kearney where he attended a year of college at KSC.&nbsp;&nbsp; On March 10, 1979, Jon married Jerlyn Gage, whom he forever sweetly referred to as his “old lady”. They lived in Kearney for a year, and during that time, they had their first daughter, Jessica. The family moved to Maxwell in 1980, where their second daughter, Melissa was born, and then moved to North Platte in 1990. Jon had a love for southern rock music, and because of that, he named both of his girls after songs from one of his favorite bands, The Allman Brothers.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved building and creating beautiful structures, and right up until the time of his death, he would record and watch home building shows where he would study new and different ways of doing things. He worked for 84 Lumber and Kildare Lumber before branching out and starting a construction business with partners, which eventually became Sunset Construction. He built quality homes, and developed wonderful relationships right up until the spring of 2021 when his illness put him into early retirement.&nbsp; &nbsp;Jon loved life, he loved playing trivia and cards with his family, he enjoyed watching all sports, playing golf, and keeping stats on all of his teams. He was lifelong fan of the Denver Broncos, and loved all Colorado sports. He looked forward to the family fantasy football league every year, where was very competitive with his grandsons. He loved traveling with his wife where the primary goal was searching out the best restaurants. He loved his family dogs and tolerated the cat. Jon’s greatest joys were spending time with his two grandsons, Miles and Brady, where he always made them laugh.&nbsp;&nbsp; Jon leaves behind, his wife of 42 years, Jerlyn of North Platte; daughters Jessica and husband Sam Tedore of Omaha, Melissa and husband Tyler Palacios of North Platte. Grandsons, Miles Palacios and Brady Tedore. His mother, Norma Denker of North Platte; brother Dennis (Judy) Hohnholt of Strasburg, Colorado, sister Judi Starnes of Denver, and brother Jim (Denise) Hohnholt of North Platte, Sister-in-law Cherie (Chris) Wallace of McCook, Brothers-in-law Jim (Cindy) Gage of Longmont, Colorado, and Mike (Julie) Gage of North Platte, his little dog Bucky, and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. All of these he loved and touched deeply.&nbsp; His death was preceded by Stepfather Ivan Denker, Grandparents Charlie and Clara McBride and Everett and Edith Hohnholt,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mother and Father-in-law, Keith and Mary Gage.&nbsp; Services will be held 4:30 P.M., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at First&nbsp;United&nbsp;Methodist Church with Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00-7:00, with family present 5:00-7:00, Monday, November 29, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook&nbsp;Page for those unable to attend.&nbsp;

Jon Hohnholt (1959-2021)

Shelly Thomas, age 61, of Broken Bow, NE passed way November 20, 2021, at the CHI Nebraska Heart Institute in Lincoln, NE. Memorial services will be Friday, December 3, 2021, at 10:30 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, with Steven Finney officiating. Inurnment will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery. 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> Shelly Joy Schmidt Thomas was born August 5, 1960, in Broken Bow, NE to Carl Eugene and Wanda Marcene (Parker) Schmidt. Shelly was raised in the Broken Bow area and attended Broken Bow High School. On September 11, 1982, she was united in marriage to Kim Thomas at the Assembly of God Church in Broken Bow. The couple made their home in Broken Bow. Shelly was a nurse’s aide at Sandhills Manor, and JMMMMC, for the past 10 years she has worked at Becton Dickinson. Shelly had a passion for animals, her hobbies were camping, boating, and, most of all, her children and grandchildren. Shelly is survived by her husband Kim of Broken Bow, children Jeremy Schmidt of Norfolk, Sarah Thomas of Colorado, and Sheena Tubbs of North Platte, eight grandchildren: Alianna, James, Dalton, Sarah, Alessia, Giovanni, Liliana, and Keegan, brother Randy Schmidt of Broken Bow, and a sister Cheryl Adams of Lincoln. Shelly was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Wanda Schmidt, infant children: Kevin and Mandy, and two grandchildren: Jayden and Adrian.

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 </figure>Shelly Thomas, age 61, of Broken Bow, NE passed way November 20, 2021, at the CHI Nebraska Heart Institute in Lincoln, NE. Memorial services will be Friday, December 3, 2021, at 10:30 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, with Steven Finney officiating. Inurnment will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery. 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> Shelly Joy Schmidt Thomas was born August 5, 1960, in Broken Bow, NE to Carl Eugene and Wanda Marcene (Parker) Schmidt. Shelly was raised in the Broken Bow area and attended Broken Bow High School. On September 11, 1982, she was united in marriage to Kim Thomas at the Assembly of God Church in Broken Bow. The couple made their home in Broken Bow. Shelly was a nurse’s aide at Sandhills Manor, and JMMMMC, for the past 10 years she has worked at Becton Dickinson. Shelly had a passion for animals, her hobbies were camping, boating, and, most of all, her children and grandchildren. Shelly is survived by her husband Kim of Broken Bow, children Jeremy Schmidt of Norfolk, Sarah Thomas of Colorado, and Sheena Tubbs of North Platte, eight grandchildren: Alianna, James, Dalton, Sarah, Alessia, Giovanni, Liliana, and Keegan, brother Randy Schmidt of Broken Bow, and a sister Cheryl Adams of Lincoln. Shelly was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Wanda Schmidt, infant children: Kevin and Mandy, and two grandchildren: Jayden and Adrian.

Shelly Thomas (1960-2021)

Gary Wynn Welke was born in Ainsworth, Nebraska on October 22, 1949 to Gene and Dorothy Welke. Joining him at birth was twin brother Jerry Lynn Welke. Gary grew up in Ainsworth and graduated from Ainsworth High School. He attended college in Kansas City for air traffic control. He then went on to marry his high school sweetheart, Sandra Wheeler, on April 19, 1969. Gary and Sandra then went on to live on Buffalo Flats north of Long Pine, Nebraska and to this union three children were born: Michael, Coby and Jennifer. For several years, Gary and Sandra owned and operated Welke Family Automotive. He performed auto repair and Sandra performed auto detailing and a travel business until the year 2005. They then began a new chapter, taking over a rural contract mail route and continuing to farm and raise cattle on Buffalo Flats. Gary not only enjoyed working, but also loved doing puzzles, fishing, boating, spending time with his family and friends, playing cards, listening to music, dancing and attending all of his grandchildren’s events. Gary is survived by his high school sweetheart of 52 years, Sandra Welke; sons Michael Welke and significant other Viviane of Virginia Beach, VA and Coby (Amanda) Welke of O’Neill, NE; daughter Jennifer (Justin) Nickless of Ainsworth; siblings: Bev (Chuck) Whitney of Johnstown, NE, Jerry (Carol) Welke of Hastings, NE, Randy (Jeannie) Welke of Johnstown, NE and Billy Welke of Ainsworth; grandchildren: Allison, Hunter, Makenna, Kiersten, Tatum, Jacob and Grady; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene &amp; Dorothy Welke, in-laws Don and Doris Wheeler, infant son Colby Lynn Welke and best friend Rodger Adams.

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 <figcaption>Gary Welke</figcaption>
 </figure>Gary Wynn Welke was born in Ainsworth, Nebraska on October 22, 1949 to Gene and Dorothy Welke. Joining him at birth was twin brother Jerry Lynn Welke. Gary grew up in Ainsworth and graduated from Ainsworth High School. He attended college in Kansas City for air traffic control. He then went on to marry his high school sweetheart, Sandra Wheeler, on April 19, 1969. Gary and Sandra then went on to live on Buffalo Flats north of Long Pine, Nebraska and to this union three children were born: Michael, Coby and Jennifer. For several years, Gary and Sandra owned and operated Welke Family Automotive. He performed auto repair and Sandra performed auto detailing and a travel business until the year 2005. They then began a new chapter, taking over a rural contract mail route and continuing to farm and raise cattle on Buffalo Flats. Gary not only enjoyed working, but also loved doing puzzles, fishing, boating, spending time with his family and friends, playing cards, listening to music, dancing and attending all of his grandchildren’s events. Gary is survived by his high school sweetheart of 52 years, Sandra Welke; sons Michael Welke and significant other Viviane of Virginia Beach, VA and Coby (Amanda) Welke of O’Neill, NE; daughter Jennifer (Justin) Nickless of Ainsworth; siblings: Bev (Chuck) Whitney of Johnstown, NE, Jerry (Carol) Welke of Hastings, NE, Randy (Jeannie) Welke of Johnstown, NE and Billy Welke of Ainsworth; grandchildren: Allison, Hunter, Makenna, Kiersten, Tatum, Jacob and Grady; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene &amp; Dorothy Welke, in-laws Don and Doris Wheeler, infant son Colby Lynn Welke and best friend Rodger Adams.

Gary Welke (1949-2021)

Robert L. Wolf, age 91 of North Platte went to his eternal home on November 22, 2021 at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE. Robert was born on November 2nd, 1930 in Zurich, KS to Leo and Rose (Dreiling) Wolf. &nbsp;&nbsp;He was baptized as a child at St. Agnes Church. Robert joined the Army in 1949 and was honorably discharged in 1956 after serving time in Germany. On February 6, 1954 Robert married Hazel Rundback in New Almelo, KS. &nbsp;To this union three children were born, Herbert Leo, Michael Leon and Rose Ellen.&nbsp; Robert enjoyed his horses and ranching life.&nbsp; His joy also came with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; In 2015, he moved from his country home in Stapleton, NE to North Platte, NE. Robert is survived by sons, Herbert, Denver, Co, Michael (Juanita), Scott City, Ks and daughter, Rose Ramm, Stuart, NE.&nbsp; Eight grandchildren, Wade Wolf and Cailin Wolf, North Platte, NE, Stacy Wolf, Scott City, KS, Kindra Mills, Bakersfield, CA, Justin Ramm, Stuart, NE, Mathew Ramm, Gretna, NE, Rebecca Lieswald, Atkinson, NE and Trevor Ramm, Stuart, NE, 10 great grandchildren; sisters, Tillie Keith, Hill City, KS; Eleanor Streit, Cheyenne, WY; and Donna (Joe) Scott, Fort Scott, KS. Numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; son-in-law, Michael Ramm; and grandson, Tony Wolf; two sisters, Arlene Flagg and Jean Nickelson. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Children Hospital and online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Monday November 29, 2021.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; There will be no visitation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert L. Wolf, age 91 of North Platte went to his eternal home on November 22, 2021 at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE. Robert was born on November 2nd, 1930 in Zurich, KS to Leo and Rose (Dreiling) Wolf. &nbsp;&nbsp;He was baptized as a child at St. Agnes Church. Robert joined the Army in 1949 and was honorably discharged in 1956 after serving time in Germany. On February 6, 1954 Robert married Hazel Rundback in New Almelo, KS. &nbsp;To this union three children were born, Herbert Leo, Michael Leon and Rose Ellen.&nbsp; Robert enjoyed his horses and ranching life.&nbsp; His joy also came with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; In 2015, he moved from his country home in Stapleton, NE to North Platte, NE. Robert is survived by sons, Herbert, Denver, Co, Michael (Juanita), Scott City, Ks and daughter, Rose Ramm, Stuart, NE.&nbsp; Eight grandchildren, Wade Wolf and Cailin Wolf, North Platte, NE, Stacy Wolf, Scott City, KS, Kindra Mills, Bakersfield, CA, Justin Ramm, Stuart, NE, Mathew Ramm, Gretna, NE, Rebecca Lieswald, Atkinson, NE and Trevor Ramm, Stuart, NE, 10 great grandchildren; sisters, Tillie Keith, Hill City, KS; Eleanor Streit, Cheyenne, WY; and Donna (Joe) Scott, Fort Scott, KS. Numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel; son-in-law, Michael Ramm; and grandson, Tony Wolf; two sisters, Arlene Flagg and Jean Nickelson. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Children Hospital and online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Monday November 29, 2021.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; There will be no visitation.&nbsp;

Robert Leo Wolf (1930-2021)

Douglas E. Mentzer, 65, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on June 11, 1956 to Donald E. and Donna (Hall) Mentzer in North Platte. Doug grew up in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School class of 1974.&nbsp; In 2000, he met his wife Denise Mohr and they were married in 2001 in North Platte.&nbsp; He worked for most of his career in management with Mentzer Oil Company.&nbsp; He was a huge fan of all sports and an avid collector of memorabilia.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father, Donald; and by his former spouse, Berdonna Leeper (Matt). He is survived by his mother, Donna; wife of 20 years, Denise; daughter, Amanda Hankla (Jeremy) of North Platte; son, Brett Mentzer (Kit) of North Platte; grandchildren, Benjamin and Amilia Hankla, Parker and Piper Mentzer; sister, Cindy Halligan (Dan) of North Platte; niece, Stephanie Riggins (Aric); nephews, Craig Freeburg (Erin) and Travis Halligan; aunt, Lorri Reutzel; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; The family requests Husker casual attire for the services.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, November 29th&nbsp;from 1 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m., Rosary will follow at 7 p.m. with Father Josh Brown officiating at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the North Platte American Legion Baseball program.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

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 </figure>Douglas E. Mentzer, 65, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on June 11, 1956 to Donald E. and Donna (Hall) Mentzer in North Platte. Doug grew up in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School class of 1974.&nbsp; In 2000, he met his wife Denise Mohr and they were married in 2001 in North Platte.&nbsp; He worked for most of his career in management with Mentzer Oil Company.&nbsp; He was a huge fan of all sports and an avid collector of memorabilia.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father, Donald; and by his former spouse, Berdonna Leeper (Matt). He is survived by his mother, Donna; wife of 20 years, Denise; daughter, Amanda Hankla (Jeremy) of North Platte; son, Brett Mentzer (Kit) of North Platte; grandchildren, Benjamin and Amilia Hankla, Parker and Piper Mentzer; sister, Cindy Halligan (Dan) of North Platte; niece, Stephanie Riggins (Aric); nephews, Craig Freeburg (Erin) and Travis Halligan; aunt, Lorri Reutzel; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; The family requests Husker casual attire for the services.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, November 29th&nbsp;from 1 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m., Rosary will follow at 7 p.m. with Father Josh Brown officiating at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the North Platte American Legion Baseball program.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

Douglas E. Mentzer (1956-2021)

Wayne T. Dudding, 57 of Elm Creek, Nebraska passed away suddenly Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Wayne was born July 25, 1964 in Fontana, California to James and Patricia (Ryan) Dudding. He was raised in California, lived in Kentucky, and lived the rest of his life out in Nebraska Wayne was a simple man who his children looked up to as their hero; he was their world. He loved his children and grandchildren. He was also known to be there, not only for his family, but his friends. Even if he didn’t know you, he would try and help out. He loved to travel to see family and friends. He was even married one time in Las Vegas, Nevada to his high school sweetheart. He also loved going to Colorado.&nbsp; He was married three times and loved all three of his wives in his own way. He married his high school sweetheart and they were blessed with a baby girl. From the second marriage he was blessed with two boys and two girls. One of his sons passed away at an early age due to SIDS, he was heartbroken from this. His third marriage he got a package deal because not only did he get a wife but he also got a beautiful daughter. His two oldest daughters Melody and Samantha blessed him with four grandsons and three granddaughters.&nbsp; He was proud of all the kids and grandkids with whatever they did. He was one of their biggest cheerleaders. You would see him cheering the kids on in whatever sport they participated in. He enjoyed parent night during the football season when Kollin was in football. When his grandson, Kornelius caught his 30.25” fish. He was also known for his cheesy grin and goofy ways. He played hard and worked even harder to make ends meet. He loved goofing off with the kids like playing with straws while they’re at the restaurant waiting for their food. When serious things were going on he was serious about the situation. He would either give you a hug or he would hold your hand to let you know he was there. He was also known for loving sports. He loved Los Angeles Dodgers, Nebraska Cornhuskers and he loved watching NFL football. When asked what his favorite team was regarding NFL he would be ornery and tell you the opposite team from the one you were cheering on.&nbsp; Survivors include his wife, Charity Marquette of Funk, NE., one son; Kollin of Elm Creek, four daughters: Melody ( and fiancé Josh Burks) Dudding of Spring, Missouri, Samantha (Desmond) Small of Sterling, Colorado, Graci Dudding of Johnson Lake, Ne., and Emily Dudding of Elm Creek, Nebraska. Grandchildren: Christopher Hiner, Calynn Hiner, Jayden Burks, Aurelian Dudding, Kornelius Small and Ellowyn Small. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Kyle and two sisters: Darlene Dudding and Darla McCoyz.

A Celebration Of Life will be held Friday, July 22, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Wayne T. Dudding, 57 of Elm Creek, Nebraska passed away suddenly Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Wayne was born July 25, 1964 in Fontana, California to James and Patricia (Ryan) Dudding. He was raised in California, lived in Kentucky, and lived the rest of his life out in Nebraska Wayne was a simple man who his children looked up to as their hero; he was their world. He loved his children and grandchildren. He was also known to be there, not only for his family, but his friends. Even if he didn’t know you, he would try and help out. He loved to travel to see family and friends. He was even married one time in Las Vegas, Nevada to his high school sweetheart. He also loved going to Colorado.&nbsp; He was married three times and loved all three of his wives in his own way. He married his high school sweetheart and they were blessed with a baby girl. From the second marriage he was blessed with two boys and two girls. One of his sons passed away at an early age due to SIDS, he was heartbroken from this. His third marriage he got a package deal because not only did he get a wife but he also got a beautiful daughter. His two oldest daughters Melody and Samantha blessed him with four grandsons and three granddaughters.&nbsp; He was proud of all the kids and grandkids with whatever they did. He was one of their biggest cheerleaders. You would see him cheering the kids on in whatever sport they participated in. He enjoyed parent night during the football season when Kollin was in football. When his grandson, Kornelius caught his 30.25” fish. He was also known for his cheesy grin and goofy ways. He played hard and worked even harder to make ends meet. He loved goofing off with the kids like playing with straws while they’re at the restaurant waiting for their food. When serious things were going on he was serious about the situation. He would either give you a hug or he would hold your hand to let you know he was there. He was also known for loving sports. He loved Los Angeles Dodgers, Nebraska Cornhuskers and he loved watching NFL football. When asked what his favorite team was regarding NFL he would be ornery and tell you the opposite team from the one you were cheering on.&nbsp; Survivors include his wife, Charity Marquette of Funk, NE., one son; Kollin of Elm Creek, four daughters: Melody ( and fiancé Josh Burks) Dudding of Spring, Missouri, Samantha (Desmond) Small of Sterling, Colorado, Graci Dudding of Johnson Lake, Ne., and Emily Dudding of Elm Creek, Nebraska. Grandchildren: Christopher Hiner, Calynn Hiner, Jayden Burks, Aurelian Dudding, Kornelius Small and Ellowyn Small. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Kyle and two sisters: Darlene Dudding and Darla McCoyz. A Celebration Of Life will be held Friday, July 22, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Wayne T. Dudding (1964-2021)

Irene M. Schneider, age 92, passed away, with family by her side at the Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home, in Benkelman, NE on Sunday, November 21, 2021.&nbsp; . Irene was born on December 15,1928 to Henry and Anna Bauer. She graduated from Culbertson High School in 1946 and attended McCook Community College. She married Howard Schneider on December 4, 1953. This union was blessed with 3 children, Lynda, Debra, and Scott. She was a homemaker for many years, until she was hired as the first employee at the Electric Hose and Rubber Company in McCook, and worked there until her retirement. Irene loved her animals. She always fed stray cats, along with the family pet cats. She adopted several of her children’s dogs, including Gracie, her beloved companion until her death. Most of all Irene cherished her family. She doted upon her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She would never tire of their visits, phone calls, or stories about them. She enjoyed sewing, making clothing for her children and their Barbie dolls, square dancing, watching the Cornhusker football games, and listening to the Bison high school football games on the radio. Irene was preceded in death by her husband Howard, and a great-grandson Aiden. She is survived by her daughters Lynda (Barry) Jollensten of Ogallala, Debra (Larry) Stoney of Herndon, KS, and son Scott (Audrey) Schneider of North Platte; 9 grandchildren, Jared, Trent, Cherie, Jana, Nathan, Kaelea, Michelle, Aaron, and Keith; 16 great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Gracie. Funeral services will be held at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel on Monday, November 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM with Pastor Lonnie Felcher officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2021 from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM with family present from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM.&nbsp; Memorials may be left to the McCook Humane Society in Irene's name. Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.

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 </figure>Irene M. Schneider, age 92, passed away, with family by her side at the Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home, in Benkelman, NE on Sunday, November 21, 2021.&nbsp; . Irene was born on December 15,1928 to Henry and Anna Bauer. She graduated from Culbertson High School in 1946 and attended McCook Community College. She married Howard Schneider on December 4, 1953. This union was blessed with 3 children, Lynda, Debra, and Scott. She was a homemaker for many years, until she was hired as the first employee at the Electric Hose and Rubber Company in McCook, and worked there until her retirement. Irene loved her animals. She always fed stray cats, along with the family pet cats. She adopted several of her children’s dogs, including Gracie, her beloved companion until her death. Most of all Irene cherished her family. She doted upon her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She would never tire of their visits, phone calls, or stories about them. She enjoyed sewing, making clothing for her children and their Barbie dolls, square dancing, watching the Cornhusker football games, and listening to the Bison high school football games on the radio. Irene was preceded in death by her husband Howard, and a great-grandson Aiden. She is survived by her daughters Lynda (Barry) Jollensten of Ogallala, Debra (Larry) Stoney of Herndon, KS, and son Scott (Audrey) Schneider of North Platte; 9 grandchildren, Jared, Trent, Cherie, Jana, Nathan, Kaelea, Michelle, Aaron, and Keith; 16 great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Gracie. Funeral services will be held at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel on Monday, November 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM with Pastor Lonnie Felcher officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2021 from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM with family present from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM.&nbsp; Memorials may be left to the McCook Humane Society in Irene's name. Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.

Irene M. Schneider (1928-2021)

Isla Dawn Drinkwalter was born December 11, 1933 in Cody NE to Wallace and Isabell Hamit. She died November 15, 2021 in Cody, NE. She grew up in the Kilgore area. She attended school in Kilgore and went on to college at Chadron Normal School. She met George in January 1953 and they were married August 22, 1953. They were married 58 years. In this time they had four boys: Darrell, Keith, Randy, and Steve. Grandma would say, “If you’re gonna go out, you better do it right.” She would show up early with her hair, nails, lipstick and matching accessories. She loved her family fiercely. She was a hard worker, but in her free time you could find her at a sporting event. She was an avid reader and shared her passion with her grandchildren piled in her lap. She was a great cook and was known to pull out cinnamon rolls if you stopped in. Grandma was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Isla was preceded in death by; her parents, Wallace and Isabell Hamit, Husband: George Drinkwalter, Great granddaughter: Mckenzie, Sister: Judy Crawford, Brothers: Raymond Hamit, Nick Hamit, and David Hamit. She is survived by her sons Darrell (Donna) Of Casper Wy, Keith (Linda) of Sundance, NE, Steve of Casper WY; Randy of Cody NE, Brother: Larry Hamit, Leeton MO. Sisters: Carol Rodriguez, Victorville CA, Barbara Helmick of St. John KS, Linda Ehlers of Lincoln NE, Polly Burfiend of Sheridan Wy. Eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Funeral service for Isla Drinkwalter age 91 of Cody, will be held on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM CT the United Methodist Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Prairie lawn Cemetery in Cody.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Thursday, Nov. 18th&nbsp;from 5-7 CT at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mrs. Drinkwalter passed at her home in Cody.

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 </figure>Isla Dawn Drinkwalter was born December 11, 1933 in Cody NE to Wallace and Isabell Hamit. She died November 15, 2021 in Cody, NE. She grew up in the Kilgore area. She attended school in Kilgore and went on to college at Chadron Normal School. She met George in January 1953 and they were married August 22, 1953. They were married 58 years. In this time they had four boys: Darrell, Keith, Randy, and Steve. Grandma would say, “If you’re gonna go out, you better do it right.” She would show up early with her hair, nails, lipstick and matching accessories. She loved her family fiercely. She was a hard worker, but in her free time you could find her at a sporting event. She was an avid reader and shared her passion with her grandchildren piled in her lap. She was a great cook and was known to pull out cinnamon rolls if you stopped in. Grandma was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Isla was preceded in death by; her parents, Wallace and Isabell Hamit, Husband: George Drinkwalter, Great granddaughter: Mckenzie, Sister: Judy Crawford, Brothers: Raymond Hamit, Nick Hamit, and David Hamit. She is survived by her sons Darrell (Donna) Of Casper Wy, Keith (Linda) of Sundance, NE, Steve of Casper WY; Randy of Cody NE, Brother: Larry Hamit, Leeton MO. Sisters: Carol Rodriguez, Victorville CA, Barbara Helmick of St. John KS, Linda Ehlers of Lincoln NE, Polly Burfiend of Sheridan Wy. Eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Funeral service for Isla Drinkwalter age 91 of Cody, will be held on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM CT the United Methodist Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Prairie lawn Cemetery in Cody.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Thursday, Nov. 18th&nbsp;from 5-7 CT at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp; Mrs. Drinkwalter passed at her home in Cody.

Isla Drinkwalter (1933-2021)

Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Cremation was chosen. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Christ on Newell with Pastor David Haynes officiating. Garry Bauer passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha at the age of 67 surrounded by family.&nbsp; He was born to Jacob and Phyllis (Svoboda) Bauer in Cozad, Nebraska on April 8, 1954.&nbsp; The family was complete with older brother, Jake and younger brother, Dwain.&nbsp; Garry graduated from Cozad High School in 1972.&nbsp; He married Carol Appelt on June 12, 1976 in Cozad.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a daughter, Mandy and son, Jared. He worked at the hay mill with his Dad during his high school years. After graduation he began a 28 year career at Monroe Auto working his way up to Environmental Engineer.&nbsp; In 2001, he joined DuBois Chemical Company as a sales rep and developed numerous lasting friendships through his work.&nbsp; At the age of 18, he joined the Cozad Fire Department, receiving numerous awards and serving as President, Rescue Chief and Fire Chief.&nbsp; He retired after 48 years of dedicated service to the Community and Cozad Fire Department and Rescue Squad.&nbsp; Garry greatly enjoyed many outdoor activities.&nbsp; His favorite things to do included: hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and camping with friends and family. He loved spending time at Lake McConaughy and the Niobrara River. He shared his love of the outdoors with others during his many years assisting with the Boy Scouts organization and Outdoor Education. Garry was an avid scuba diver and spear fisherman in the fresh waters of Nebraska and off the coast of California and Hawaii.&nbsp; Travelling in the US and Canada was very special to him, having visited more than 30 states and hiking trails in almost every state he visited.&nbsp; He and Carol shared a love for travel, adventure and spending time together.&nbsp; Garry was a devoted sports fan especially for any sport his kids and grandkids participated in. When he couldn’t attend in person, he could be found watching online and cheering them on. He adored his grandkids and loved spending time with them. Garry was honest, loyal, dedicated, selfless and loving. He was a great listener and sounding board, especially to the family members who talked a lot. Garry was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jake Bauer, in-laws Jim Appelt, Marvin Thinnes, Edee Thinnes, and nephew David Appelt. Garry is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Carol; daughter Mandy and Joel Rourke -Waverly, son Jared and Josie Bauer – Lexington, grandchildren Halle, Emelia and Mya Rourke, Owen and Cooper Bauer,&nbsp; brother Dwain and Lori Bauer-Kansas City, MO, brother-in-law Mick and Sue Appelt - Lexington, sister’s-in-law, Cindy and Jon Schultheiss – Johnson Lake and Pat Bauer - Grand Island, nephew and nieces Kyle and Laura McPhee, Kelsie Bauer, Michelle and David Malcom, Jill and Dan Classen and Ashley and Ronnie Holroyd. The words written will never do justice to the legacy and man that he was.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Cremation was chosen. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Christ on Newell with Pastor David Haynes officiating. Garry Bauer passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha at the age of 67 surrounded by family.&nbsp; He was born to Jacob and Phyllis (Svoboda) Bauer in Cozad, Nebraska on April 8, 1954.&nbsp; The family was complete with older brother, Jake and younger brother, Dwain.&nbsp; Garry graduated from Cozad High School in 1972.&nbsp; He married Carol Appelt on June 12, 1976 in Cozad.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a daughter, Mandy and son, Jared. He worked at the hay mill with his Dad during his high school years. After graduation he began a 28 year career at Monroe Auto working his way up to Environmental Engineer.&nbsp; In 2001, he joined DuBois Chemical Company as a sales rep and developed numerous lasting friendships through his work.&nbsp; At the age of 18, he joined the Cozad Fire Department, receiving numerous awards and serving as President, Rescue Chief and Fire Chief.&nbsp; He retired after 48 years of dedicated service to the Community and Cozad Fire Department and Rescue Squad.&nbsp; Garry greatly enjoyed many outdoor activities.&nbsp; His favorite things to do included: hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and camping with friends and family. He loved spending time at Lake McConaughy and the Niobrara River. He shared his love of the outdoors with others during his many years assisting with the Boy Scouts organization and Outdoor Education. Garry was an avid scuba diver and spear fisherman in the fresh waters of Nebraska and off the coast of California and Hawaii.&nbsp; Travelling in the US and Canada was very special to him, having visited more than 30 states and hiking trails in almost every state he visited.&nbsp; He and Carol shared a love for travel, adventure and spending time together.&nbsp; Garry was a devoted sports fan especially for any sport his kids and grandkids participated in. When he couldn’t attend in person, he could be found watching online and cheering them on. He adored his grandkids and loved spending time with them. Garry was honest, loyal, dedicated, selfless and loving. He was a great listener and sounding board, especially to the family members who talked a lot. Garry was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jake Bauer, in-laws Jim Appelt, Marvin Thinnes, Edee Thinnes, and nephew David Appelt. Garry is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Carol; daughter Mandy and Joel Rourke -Waverly, son Jared and Josie Bauer – Lexington, grandchildren Halle, Emelia and Mya Rourke, Owen and Cooper Bauer,&nbsp; brother Dwain and Lori Bauer-Kansas City, MO, brother-in-law Mick and Sue Appelt - Lexington, sister’s-in-law, Cindy and Jon Schultheiss – Johnson Lake and Pat Bauer - Grand Island, nephew and nieces Kyle and Laura McPhee, Kelsie Bauer, Michelle and David Malcom, Jill and Dan Classen and Ashley and Ronnie Holroyd. The words written will never do justice to the legacy and man that he was.&nbsp;

Garry Lee Bauer (1954-2021)

Barbara Gail Nelson of Cozad passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Emerald Care Nursing Home at the age of 75. Gail was born September 9, 1946 in Bakersfield, California to Harvey and Nadine (Martin) Clark. She worked at Monroe's for 30 years. She was blessed with 3 children, Shannon, Mike and Chris. Mike passed away last year. Gail loved ceramics and painting. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jay Buss; son, Mike Nelson. Survivors include her daughter, Shannon (Mike) Hardee of Cozad; son, Chris Buss of  Grand Island; daughter in law, Kendra Nelson of Arnold; 15 grandchildren, Dylan, Jasmine, Brandi, Landon, Allison, Ladonna, Kohltyn, Michaela, Colton, Alex, Keegan, Zoey, Domanick, Beth, and Lucas; one great grandchild, Avery. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Barbara Gail Nelson of Cozad passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Emerald Care Nursing Home at the age of 75. Gail was born September 9, 1946 in Bakersfield, California to Harvey and Nadine (Martin) Clark. She worked at Monroe's for 30 years. She was blessed with 3 children, Shannon, Mike and Chris. Mike passed away last year. Gail loved ceramics and painting. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jay Buss; son, Mike Nelson. Survivors include her daughter, Shannon (Mike) Hardee of Cozad; son, Chris Buss of Grand Island; daughter in law, Kendra Nelson of Arnold; 15 grandchildren, Dylan, Jasmine, Brandi, Landon, Allison, Ladonna, Kohltyn, Michaela, Colton, Alex, Keegan, Zoey, Domanick, Beth, and Lucas; one great grandchild, Avery. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Barbara Gail Nelson (1946-2021)

Monte Joe McFate, age 85, of Callaway, Nebraska, went to be with the Lord on November 19th, 2021. He was born September 10, 1936, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Donald DeMont and Lois Flossie (Stryker) McFate. He attended grade school through the 8th grade at Stop Table School and then graduated with the class of 1954 at Callaway High School, where he was involved in FFA. He enjoyed playing baseball with the Morning Star Team as a short stop. He never missed watching or listening to the Kansas City Royals baseball, Denver Broncos football, and cheering or yelling at a Cornhusker football or volleyball game. He joined the National Guard serving six years from 1958-1964. He was a 50 plus year member of the Morning Star Church and sang many years in the Men’s Quartet. He was a member on several boards for the 4-H Council, Custer County Extension, Feeders and Breeders and the NE Hereford Association. He met the love of his life Madeline Rhoades and were joined in marriage on December 29th, 1963. To this union, the family became the M&amp;Ms: Melonie, Melissa, Michael and Merlin. They made their home on a ranch southwest of Callaway, raising cattle and farming. They raised registered Herefords, building a herd in which they held annual production bull sales on the ranch for 25 years. They traveled many miles to different bull sales and delivering bulls and bred heifers. He used the ranch as a school for his kids and later grandkids, teaching them how to raise and handle cattle in the way he was taught. He was very adamant about not getting hurt and being non-abrasive. He was a teacher in his own way, even having an assignment that was expected to be done whether it was moving cattle, fixing fence, hauling bales, discing or the ever favorite-digging musk thistles. His most favorite pastime was traveling for a vacation to the mountains or an out-of-state Hereford tour. They made several trips to Texas to spend some time there during the winter months. Once the 4-H years started, vacations were then spent at the County Fair. As his grandkids became involved in various activities, he became their biggest “cheerleader:” attending games, concerts, fairs or Christmas programs. Survivors include his wife, Madeline of Callaway; his children, Melonie (Lee) Morrison, Melissa (Troy) Donegan, Michael (Ronda) McFate and Merlin (Donna) McFate all of Callaway; ten grandchildren, Stephanie Nelsen, Seth Morrison, Justin Donegan, Dalton Donegan, Megan Donegan, Heidi Donegan, MiKayla McFate, Joshua McFate, Caleb McFate and Jessica Larson; five great-grandchildren, Roakker Morrison, Garrett Nelsen, Alex James, Janice Hardesty and Elaina Hardesty; sister, Grace Ann Booker of Denver, Colorado; brothers and sisters-in-law, Claude Rhoades of Callaway, Walter (Marilyn) Rhoades of Brewster, Joyce (Richard) Fowler of Lincoln, Marion (Merrial) Rhoades of Thedford, and Patricia (Terry) Cone of Burwell; step-siblings, AnnaMae (Lester) Wycoff of Wisconsin, Joan (Tuck) Farmer of Stapleton, Colleen (Dale) Pettit of Wyoming, Jim (Bonnitta) Paxton of Wisconsin and LeAnn Paxton of North Platte; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Besides his parents, Monte was preceded in death by his step-dad, Leland Kermit Paxton and step-brother, Kermit Leland Paxton. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at the Callaway United Methodist Church with Pastor Shanon Williams, officiating. The service will be live streamed on the Reynolds Love Facebook page. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at the Callaway United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Stop Table Cemetery in Rural Callaway, Nebraska. Memorials are kindly suggested to the Custer County 4-H, Morning Star United Methodist Church or Stop Table Cemetery. Timm-Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Callaway is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 <figcaption>Monte Joe McFate</figcaption>
 </figure>Monte Joe McFate, age 85, of Callaway, Nebraska, went to be with the Lord on November 19th, 2021. He was born September 10, 1936, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Donald DeMont and Lois Flossie (Stryker) McFate. He attended grade school through the 8th grade at Stop Table School and then graduated with the class of 1954 at Callaway High School, where he was involved in FFA. He enjoyed playing baseball with the Morning Star Team as a short stop. He never missed watching or listening to the Kansas City Royals baseball, Denver Broncos football, and cheering or yelling at a Cornhusker football or volleyball game. He joined the National Guard serving six years from 1958-1964. He was a 50 plus year member of the Morning Star Church and sang many years in the Men’s Quartet. He was a member on several boards for the 4-H Council, Custer County Extension, Feeders and Breeders and the NE Hereford Association. He met the love of his life Madeline Rhoades and were joined in marriage on December 29th, 1963. To this union, the family became the M&amp;Ms: Melonie, Melissa, Michael and Merlin. They made their home on a ranch southwest of Callaway, raising cattle and farming. They raised registered Herefords, building a herd in which they held annual production bull sales on the ranch for 25 years. They traveled many miles to different bull sales and delivering bulls and bred heifers. He used the ranch as a school for his kids and later grandkids, teaching them how to raise and handle cattle in the way he was taught. He was very adamant about not getting hurt and being non-abrasive. He was a teacher in his own way, even having an assignment that was expected to be done whether it was moving cattle, fixing fence, hauling bales, discing or the ever favorite-digging musk thistles. His most favorite pastime was traveling for a vacation to the mountains or an out-of-state Hereford tour. They made several trips to Texas to spend some time there during the winter months. Once the 4-H years started, vacations were then spent at the County Fair. As his grandkids became involved in various activities, he became their biggest “cheerleader:” attending games, concerts, fairs or Christmas programs. Survivors include his wife, Madeline of Callaway; his children, Melonie (Lee) Morrison, Melissa (Troy) Donegan, Michael (Ronda) McFate and Merlin (Donna) McFate all of Callaway; ten grandchildren, Stephanie Nelsen, Seth Morrison, Justin Donegan, Dalton Donegan, Megan Donegan, Heidi Donegan, MiKayla McFate, Joshua McFate, Caleb McFate and Jessica Larson; five great-grandchildren, Roakker Morrison, Garrett Nelsen, Alex James, Janice Hardesty and Elaina Hardesty; sister, Grace Ann Booker of Denver, Colorado; brothers and sisters-in-law, Claude Rhoades of Callaway, Walter (Marilyn) Rhoades of Brewster, Joyce (Richard) Fowler of Lincoln, Marion (Merrial) Rhoades of Thedford, and Patricia (Terry) Cone of Burwell; step-siblings, AnnaMae (Lester) Wycoff of Wisconsin, Joan (Tuck) Farmer of Stapleton, Colleen (Dale) Pettit of Wyoming, Jim (Bonnitta) Paxton of Wisconsin and LeAnn Paxton of North Platte; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Besides his parents, Monte was preceded in death by his step-dad, Leland Kermit Paxton and step-brother, Kermit Leland Paxton. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at the Callaway United Methodist Church with Pastor Shanon Williams, officiating. The service will be live streamed on the Reynolds Love Facebook page. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at the Callaway United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Stop Table Cemetery in Rural Callaway, Nebraska. Memorials are kindly suggested to the Custer County 4-H, Morning Star United Methodist Church or Stop Table Cemetery. Timm-Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Callaway is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Monte Joe McFate (1936-2021)

Jazmin Love Perez-Young, 17, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away after a courageous battle with cancer with her family by her side on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Nebraska Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha. She was born on February 18, 2004, in Lexington, Nebraska to Stephanie Dawn Young. She received her primary education from Lexington Public Schools, attending Morton and Pershing Elementary and then attended Lexington Middle School before being a senior at the Lexington High School with the class of 2022. Jazmin adored her niece and nephew and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her two brothers and friends. She had a sassy side with attitude and was a proud woman, but she also had a contagious smile and a heart of gold. She enjoyed listening to music, was very talented at drawing, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved her cat, Dior. Jazmin loved deeply and was loved even more. She will be missed dearly by many. Survivors include her mother, Stephanie Chavez of Lexington; her brothers, Erique (Dulce Flores) Perez-Young of Lexington and Nestor Perez-Young of Lexington; her niece, Kiara and nephew, Kalani both of Lexington; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many, many friends. Jazmin was preceded in death by her grandmother, Connie Young. A Celebration Of Life Service will be on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Chaplain Sarah James, officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Cremation will take place following the Celebration of Life Service. A memorial has been established in Jazmin’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637601163247.jpeg" alt="Jazmin Perez-Young" />
 <figcaption>Jazmin Perez-Young</figcaption>
 </figure>Jazmin Love Perez-Young, 17, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away after a courageous battle with cancer with her family by her side on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Nebraska Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha. She was born on February 18, 2004, in Lexington, Nebraska to Stephanie Dawn Young. She received her primary education from Lexington Public Schools, attending Morton and Pershing Elementary and then attended Lexington Middle School before being a senior at the Lexington High School with the class of 2022. Jazmin adored her niece and nephew and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her two brothers and friends. She had a sassy side with attitude and was a proud woman, but she also had a contagious smile and a heart of gold. She enjoyed listening to music, was very talented at drawing, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved her cat, Dior. Jazmin loved deeply and was loved even more. She will be missed dearly by many. Survivors include her mother, Stephanie Chavez of Lexington; her brothers, Erique (Dulce Flores) Perez-Young of Lexington and Nestor Perez-Young of Lexington; her niece, Kiara and nephew, Kalani both of Lexington; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many, many friends. Jazmin was preceded in death by her grandmother, Connie Young. A Celebration Of Life Service will be on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Chaplain Sarah James, officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Cremation will take place following the Celebration of Life Service. A memorial has been established in Jazmin’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Jazmin Love Perez-Young (2004-2021)

Ronald Frances Hanthorn, age 79, of Cottonwood, AZ passed away on November 16, 2021 at the Verde Valley Med Center in Cottonwood. Ron was born October 25, 1942 in McCook to parents Richard F. and Zola M. (Baade) Hanthorn. He was one of three children who grew up near McCook on the family farm, graduating from Red Willow High School. Ron furthered his education at the University of Nebraska School of Agriculture and the University of Nebraska School of Medicine.&nbsp; While attending the University, Ron was a member of the Army ROTC. He was stationed in Italy for two and half years and in Vietnam where he served in the Quartermaster Corp during the Tet Offensive.&nbsp; Ron was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain and received a Bronze Star. Ron enjoyed athletics in high school and was a lifelong golfer.&nbsp; He enjoyed the senior softball teams, coaching and playing in Prescott Valley.&nbsp; Ron worked as a pediatrician for many years in Maricopa County, Arizona before retiring in Prescott Valley.&nbsp; He spent his entire life caring about and serving others. He lived his life according to his Christian values.&nbsp; Ron was preceded in death by parents and his brother, Ellis Hanthorn. Those left to celebrate his life include his children, Julie (Hanthorn) Harris and Jeffrey Hanthorn; sister, Elaine (Jim) Misner; grandchildren, Michael Harris and Jessica (Taime) Hill; ex wife, Jilene Cohn; nieces and nephews, Richard Misner, Janelle (Charles) Graham, Mark (Felisa) Hanthorn and Mary (Toby) Holmes; great grandchildren, Coben, Riley and Jameson Hill; six great nieces and nephews and a host of extended family members, lifelong colleagues and friends.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637601013704.jpeg" alt="Ronald Hanthorn" />
 <figcaption>Ronald Hanthorn</figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald Frances Hanthorn, age 79, of Cottonwood, AZ passed away on November 16, 2021 at the Verde Valley Med Center in Cottonwood. Ron was born October 25, 1942 in McCook to parents Richard F. and Zola M. (Baade) Hanthorn. He was one of three children who grew up near McCook on the family farm, graduating from Red Willow High School. Ron furthered his education at the University of Nebraska School of Agriculture and the University of Nebraska School of Medicine.&nbsp; While attending the University, Ron was a member of the Army ROTC. He was stationed in Italy for two and half years and in Vietnam where he served in the Quartermaster Corp during the Tet Offensive.&nbsp; Ron was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain and received a Bronze Star. Ron enjoyed athletics in high school and was a lifelong golfer.&nbsp; He enjoyed the senior softball teams, coaching and playing in Prescott Valley.&nbsp; Ron worked as a pediatrician for many years in Maricopa County, Arizona before retiring in Prescott Valley.&nbsp; He spent his entire life caring about and serving others. He lived his life according to his Christian values.&nbsp; Ron was preceded in death by parents and his brother, Ellis Hanthorn. Those left to celebrate his life include his children, Julie (Hanthorn) Harris and Jeffrey Hanthorn; sister, Elaine (Jim) Misner; grandchildren, Michael Harris and Jessica (Taime) Hill; ex wife, Jilene Cohn; nieces and nephews, Richard Misner, Janelle (Charles) Graham, Mark (Felisa) Hanthorn and Mary (Toby) Holmes; great grandchildren, Coben, Riley and Jameson Hill; six great nieces and nephews and a host of extended family members, lifelong colleagues and friends.

Ronald Hanthorn (1942-2021)

LaVonne Buxton, age 91, of McCook, passed away Saturday afternoon, November 20, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday afternoon, November 26, 2021 at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in McCook with Pastor Bob Putz officiating.&nbsp; Graveside services will take place at 2:00 PM on Saturday afternoon, November 27, 2021 at the Page Cemetery in Page, Nebraska.&nbsp; The casket will be open prior to services at the church for those that would like to view.

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

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637600914580.jpeg" alt="LaVonne Buxton" />
 <figcaption>LaVonne Buxton</figcaption>
 </figure>LaVonne Buxton, age 91, of McCook, passed away Saturday afternoon, November 20, 2021 at Community Hospital in McCook.Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday afternoon, November 26, 2021 at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in McCook with Pastor Bob Putz officiating.&nbsp; Graveside services will take place at 2:00 PM on Saturday afternoon, November 27, 2021 at the Page Cemetery in Page, Nebraska.&nbsp; The casket will be open prior to services at the church for those that would like to view.Memorials may be given to the family of LaVonne Buxton for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

LaVonne Roberta Buxton (1930-2021)

Donald “Rusty” George Lepper, age 85, of Danbury, passed away at his home on November 16, 2021.&nbsp; He was born in Trenton, Nebraska to William and Neva (Otis) Lepper on January 14, 1936; he was one of 12 children in the Lepper family.&nbsp; Rusty attended school in McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Rusty enlisted in the United States Air Force in January of 1954, shortly after leaving high school.&nbsp; In 1967, he separated from military service for a short time and worked in the oil fields, but soon felt the pull of his patriotic duty once again and reenlisted in the United States Army.&nbsp; Rusty retired as a Staff Sergeant on February 28, 1974, after over 20 years of service.&nbsp; He served mostly as a Field Artillery Crewman and his career took him all over the world.&nbsp; He was stationed in Alaska and many other locations in the continental United States.&nbsp; Rusty also served in England, Germany, Scotland, Korea, and Vietnam.&nbsp; For his service in Vietnam, Rusty received the following decorations and citations: the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with five Bronze Service Stars, Five Overseas Bars, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star with a Double Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Commendation Medal, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm.&nbsp; This is just a brief list of duty stations and awards that Rusty compiled during his lifetime of honorable service in the United States Military. &nbsp; &nbsp; Rusty returned to Red Willow County, Nebraska after his retirement.&nbsp; He worked for many area farmers and tended bar at local establishments.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.&nbsp; Rusty enjoyed hunting deer and pheasants and fished many of the reservoirs around McCook.&nbsp; He was a member of the Eagles Club in McCook and enjoyed catching up with friends over a beer at any of the area bars.&nbsp; Rusty loved watching a good football game and he enjoyed smoking his cigars. &nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, William Lepper; sister, Betty Harper; sister, Marilyn Shadley and husband, Cork; sister, Charlotte Groothuis and husband, Gilbert; sister, Annette Snyder and husband, Bart; brother, Larry Lepper; sister, Carol Matson and husband, Don; nephew, Wade Lepper; niece, Pamela Valentine; and nephew, Donnie Lepper. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his sister, Sandra Diederich and husband, Butch, of Oberlin, Kansas; brother, Mike Lepper and wife, Sherry, of McCook; sister, Laurie Dybdahl and husband, Sam, of McCook; sister-in-law, Lois Lepper of McCook; brother-in-law, Melvin Harper of Hastings, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Mary Lepper of California; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and services are pending at this time.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Rusty’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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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637600606301.jpeg" alt="Rusty Lepper" />
 <figcaption>Rusty Lepper</figcaption>
 </figure>Donald “Rusty” George Lepper, age 85, of Danbury, passed away at his home on November 16, 2021.&nbsp; He was born in Trenton, Nebraska to William and Neva (Otis) Lepper on January 14, 1936; he was one of 12 children in the Lepper family.&nbsp; Rusty attended school in McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Rusty enlisted in the United States Air Force in January of 1954, shortly after leaving high school.&nbsp; In 1967, he separated from military service for a short time and worked in the oil fields, but soon felt the pull of his patriotic duty once again and reenlisted in the United States Army.&nbsp; Rusty retired as a Staff Sergeant on February 28, 1974, after over 20 years of service.&nbsp; He served mostly as a Field Artillery Crewman and his career took him all over the world.&nbsp; He was stationed in Alaska and many other locations in the continental United States.&nbsp; Rusty also served in England, Germany, Scotland, Korea, and Vietnam.&nbsp; For his service in Vietnam, Rusty received the following decorations and citations: the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with five Bronze Service Stars, Five Overseas Bars, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star with a Double Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Commendation Medal, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm.&nbsp; This is just a brief list of duty stations and awards that Rusty compiled during his lifetime of honorable service in the United States Military. &nbsp; &nbsp; Rusty returned to Red Willow County, Nebraska after his retirement.&nbsp; He worked for many area farmers and tended bar at local establishments.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.&nbsp; Rusty enjoyed hunting deer and pheasants and fished many of the reservoirs around McCook.&nbsp; He was a member of the Eagles Club in McCook and enjoyed catching up with friends over a beer at any of the area bars.&nbsp; Rusty loved watching a good football game and he enjoyed smoking his cigars. &nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, William Lepper; sister, Betty Harper; sister, Marilyn Shadley and husband, Cork; sister, Charlotte Groothuis and husband, Gilbert; sister, Annette Snyder and husband, Bart; brother, Larry Lepper; sister, Carol Matson and husband, Don; nephew, Wade Lepper; niece, Pamela Valentine; and nephew, Donnie Lepper. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his sister, Sandra Diederich and husband, Butch, of Oberlin, Kansas; brother, Mike Lepper and wife, Sherry, of McCook; sister, Laurie Dybdahl and husband, Sam, of McCook; sister-in-law, Lois Lepper of McCook; brother-in-law, Melvin Harper of Hastings, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Mary Lepper of California; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and services are pending at this time.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Rusty’s name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald "Rusty" George Lepper (1936-2021)

Kendall Meyer, 80, of Ogallala, passed away on&nbsp; November 19, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Ne..&nbsp;&nbsp; Carl Kendall Meyer was born 6th of 8 children on August 18, 1941 in Minden, Nebraska to Carl Wesley and Mildred Marie (Petersen) Meyer.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm southeast of Minden. Ken received his education at Minden Public Schools graduating in 1959.&nbsp; He attended Kearney State College (University of Nebraska Kearney) graduating in 1963 with a Bachelor degree in Science Education.&nbsp; He was a member of Sigma Epsilon Nu Fraternity, Beta Beta Beta Honorary Science fraternity.&nbsp; &nbsp; He married Edna Kincheloe on June 8, 1963.&nbsp; &nbsp;They lived in Chappell, Nebraska where he taught Jr Hi and High School Science from 1963 to 1966.&nbsp; In 1967 he received his Masters Degree from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He received membership into Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Fraternity while at Oklahoma State.&nbsp; &nbsp;After graduating in May of 1967, he moved his family to Ogallala, Nebraska where he taught High School Biology, Physiology, and Anatomy in Ogallala Public Schools for 31 years until his retirement in 1998.&nbsp; He was a member of the Ogallala Teachers Association serving as Vice President and President. He also served as a delegate to Nebraska State Education Association Legislature Committee for two years.&nbsp; &nbsp;He taught Anatomy night classes for Mid Plains Jr. College of North Platte NE.&nbsp; For 23 years he worked for Nebraska Game &amp; Parks Commission during summer break and was responsible for carving out the Lakeshore access road on the north side of the Lake McConaughy that is still in use today. He also worked as a crop adjuster for Farm Bureau Insurance Co. until 2003. He is a past member of Fredericksburg Lutheran Church of rural Minden and Grace Lutheran Church in Chappell.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala where he served as head usher, served on several church committees, and was honored with the Methodist Member of the Year pen. He was an avid hunter and fisherman since childhood and enjoyed taking his family, especially his grandsons and son-in-law, camping, fishing, and hunting.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved spending time with his Brittany hunting dogs of which were constantly by his side.&nbsp; Ken was a member of Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited, National Rifle Association, and past member of Ogallala Sports Club. He was always ready and willing when called upon by schools to participate in special science days, teaching children about birds, reptiles, and other science related subjects. He delighted in their eagerness to learn.&nbsp; He tried to make learning as fun and interesting as possible. He wanted them to know that he truly cared about their future and wanted them to succeed in whatever they pursued in life and to be good citizens.&nbsp; He loved his students no matter their personalities, and always wanted them to realize their own potentials and succeed in whatever they pursued in life. He is survived by his wife Edna, son Steven, and daughter Teresa (Tom) Rolls of Fargo, ND, two grandsons, Brian and Spencer Rolls, and Great Grandson, Aidan Rolls. Three brothers, Russell (Karen) of Minden, Nebraska, Marvin (Sonja) of Ft. Collins, Colorado, sisters, Eleanor (Phil)&nbsp; Etzelmiller of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Linda (Ralph)&nbsp; Layton of Lincoln, Nebraska,&nbsp; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister, a sister-in-law, brother-in-law, and two nephews.&nbsp; You may leave your condolences by clicking on the "Share a Memory" button. Register book signing will be on Friday November 26th at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel. The Family will greet their friends and family from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Memorial Services will be 10:00 am Saturday, November 27, 2021 from the United Methodist Church in Ogallala with the Rev. Chuck Rager officiating. Memorial have been established to the Ogallala United Methodist Church or to the family for an Ogallala High School Scholarship. A private Family Committal Service will be held at a later Date.

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 <figcaption>Kendall Meyer</figcaption>
 </figure>Kendall Meyer, 80, of Ogallala, passed away on&nbsp; November 19, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Ne..&nbsp;&nbsp; Carl Kendall Meyer was born 6th of 8 children on August 18, 1941 in Minden, Nebraska to Carl Wesley and Mildred Marie (Petersen) Meyer.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm southeast of Minden. Ken received his education at Minden Public Schools graduating in 1959.&nbsp; He attended Kearney State College (University of Nebraska Kearney) graduating in 1963 with a Bachelor degree in Science Education.&nbsp; He was a member of Sigma Epsilon Nu Fraternity, Beta Beta Beta Honorary Science fraternity.&nbsp; &nbsp; He married Edna Kincheloe on June 8, 1963.&nbsp; &nbsp;They lived in Chappell, Nebraska where he taught Jr Hi and High School Science from 1963 to 1966.&nbsp; In 1967 he received his Masters Degree from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He received membership into Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Fraternity while at Oklahoma State.&nbsp; &nbsp;After graduating in May of 1967, he moved his family to Ogallala, Nebraska where he taught High School Biology, Physiology, and Anatomy in Ogallala Public Schools for 31 years until his retirement in 1998.&nbsp; He was a member of the Ogallala Teachers Association serving as Vice President and President. He also served as a delegate to Nebraska State Education Association Legislature Committee for two years.&nbsp; &nbsp;He taught Anatomy night classes for Mid Plains Jr. College of North Platte NE.&nbsp; For 23 years he worked for Nebraska Game &amp; Parks Commission during summer break and was responsible for carving out the Lakeshore access road on the north side of the Lake McConaughy that is still in use today. He also worked as a crop adjuster for Farm Bureau Insurance Co. until 2003. He is a past member of Fredericksburg Lutheran Church of rural Minden and Grace Lutheran Church in Chappell.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala where he served as head usher, served on several church committees, and was honored with the Methodist Member of the Year pen. He was an avid hunter and fisherman since childhood and enjoyed taking his family, especially his grandsons and son-in-law, camping, fishing, and hunting.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved spending time with his Brittany hunting dogs of which were constantly by his side.&nbsp; Ken was a member of Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited, National Rifle Association, and past member of Ogallala Sports Club. He was always ready and willing when called upon by schools to participate in special science days, teaching children about birds, reptiles, and other science related subjects. He delighted in their eagerness to learn.&nbsp; He tried to make learning as fun and interesting as possible. He wanted them to know that he truly cared about their future and wanted them to succeed in whatever they pursued in life and to be good citizens.&nbsp; He loved his students no matter their personalities, and always wanted them to realize their own potentials and succeed in whatever they pursued in life. He is survived by his wife Edna, son Steven, and daughter Teresa (Tom) Rolls of Fargo, ND, two grandsons, Brian and Spencer Rolls, and Great Grandson, Aidan Rolls. Three brothers, Russell (Karen) of Minden, Nebraska, Marvin (Sonja) of Ft. Collins, Colorado, sisters, Eleanor (Phil)&nbsp; Etzelmiller of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Linda (Ralph)&nbsp; Layton of Lincoln, Nebraska,&nbsp; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister, a sister-in-law, brother-in-law, and two nephews.&nbsp; You may leave your condolences by clicking on the "Share a Memory" button. Register book signing will be on Friday November 26th at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel. The Family will greet their friends and family from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Memorial Services will be 10:00 am Saturday, November 27, 2021 from the United Methodist Church in Ogallala with the Rev. Chuck Rager officiating. Memorial have been established to the Ogallala United Methodist Church or to the family for an Ogallala High School Scholarship. A private Family Committal Service will be held at a later Date.

Kendall Meyer (1941-2021)

Paul Tiltscher, age 64 of Ogallala, Ne., passed away on November 13, 2021 in the Ontario Medical Center at Ontario, CA. Paul was born on June 14, 1957 to Etele Hunor and Barbara Mary (Bartliff) Tiltscher, in Los Angeles CA. During childhood, Paul moved back to his parent’s home in the United Kingdom.&nbsp; Paul attended HMS Conway, a Merchant Navy Cadet school in Anglesey, North Wales between 1970 and 1973, before starting his working life in the Merchant Navy as an engineer with Pan Ocean. Paul went on to marry Susan Keyes and the couple welcomed two children to their union, Kimberly and Andrew. Paul loved his children deeply. Paul and Susan later divorced, and Paul returned to the United States. Upon Paul’s return to the United States, he had many different jobs.&nbsp; Paul worked for the Appliance Center, which he later purchased, and he also worked at the Pizza Hut. On December 2nd, 2006 he married Jeanie Tjaden, and they made their life together sharing many joys including their extended families. In May of 2012, Paul went to work for Prime Trucking, where he became an instructor and it was then, he realized that this was his passion. Paul went on to purchase his own trucks and continued working for Prime until his death. Survivors include his wife, Jeanie; son, Andrew (Rebecca) Tiltscher; daughter, Kimberly (Adam) Dickensen; three grandchildren, Harry, Rosie, and Raphael, four step-children, 10 step-grandchildren, and 3 step great-grandchildren. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Etele and Barbara (Bartliff) Tiltscher. The family chose cremation with a private family service to be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;You may leave your condolences by pressing the "Share a Memory" button. Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Paul Tiltscher, age 64 of Ogallala, Ne., passed away on November 13, 2021 in the Ontario Medical Center at Ontario, CA. Paul was born on June 14, 1957 to Etele Hunor and Barbara Mary (Bartliff) Tiltscher, in Los Angeles CA. During childhood, Paul moved back to his parent’s home in the United Kingdom.&nbsp; Paul attended HMS Conway, a Merchant Navy Cadet school in Anglesey, North Wales between 1970 and 1973, before starting his working life in the Merchant Navy as an engineer with Pan Ocean. Paul went on to marry Susan Keyes and the couple welcomed two children to their union, Kimberly and Andrew. Paul loved his children deeply. Paul and Susan later divorced, and Paul returned to the United States. Upon Paul’s return to the United States, he had many different jobs.&nbsp; Paul worked for the Appliance Center, which he later purchased, and he also worked at the Pizza Hut. On December 2nd, 2006 he married Jeanie Tjaden, and they made their life together sharing many joys including their extended families. In May of 2012, Paul went to work for Prime Trucking, where he became an instructor and it was then, he realized that this was his passion. Paul went on to purchase his own trucks and continued working for Prime until his death. Survivors include his wife, Jeanie; son, Andrew (Rebecca) Tiltscher; daughter, Kimberly (Adam) Dickensen; three grandchildren, Harry, Rosie, and Raphael, four step-children, 10 step-grandchildren, and 3 step great-grandchildren. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Etele and Barbara (Bartliff) Tiltscher. The family chose cremation with a private family service to be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;You may leave your condolences by pressing the "Share a Memory" button. Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Paul Tiltscher (1957-2021)

Mary Jane Serrano, 69, of North Platte, passed away November 18, 2021 at Linden Court.&nbsp; She was born on July 22, 1952 to Arnulfo and Socorro “Cora” (Saldivar) Sanchez in North Platte. Mary was raised in North Platte and she married John Serrano in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp; They made their home in North Platte and raised their family.&nbsp; Mary worked at several hotels and as a caregiver for Joe and Pauline Dye.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook, enjoyed crafts, and teaching her family how to do these things.&nbsp; Mary had an amazing faith and spread that to her family and friends.&nbsp; She loved feeding her squirrels and loved her cat Javi. Mary is survived by her husband John of North Platte; sons, John Serrano of Evans, CO, Craig Serrano of North Platte, Paul Serrano of North Platte; grandson, Isaiah Serrano of Lincoln; siblings, Rosie Castellanos of North Platte, Margaret Ramos of North Platte, Sam Sanchez of North Platte, Rick Sanchez of Grand Island, Ofelia Leyva of Grand Island, Chee Ree Perez of Grand Island; numerous other family members and friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Hank Sanchez, Albert Sanchez, Alex Sanchez; sisters, Esther Guerra, Jessica Polanco. Memorials are suggested in her name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Mary Jane Serrano, 69, of North Platte, passed away November 18, 2021 at Linden Court.&nbsp; She was born on July 22, 1952 to Arnulfo and Socorro “Cora” (Saldivar) Sanchez in North Platte. Mary was raised in North Platte and she married John Serrano in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp; They made their home in North Platte and raised their family.&nbsp; Mary worked at several hotels and as a caregiver for Joe and Pauline Dye.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook, enjoyed crafts, and teaching her family how to do these things.&nbsp; Mary had an amazing faith and spread that to her family and friends.&nbsp; She loved feeding her squirrels and loved her cat Javi. Mary is survived by her husband John of North Platte; sons, John Serrano of Evans, CO, Craig Serrano of North Platte, Paul Serrano of North Platte; grandson, Isaiah Serrano of Lincoln; siblings, Rosie Castellanos of North Platte, Margaret Ramos of North Platte, Sam Sanchez of North Platte, Rick Sanchez of Grand Island, Ofelia Leyva of Grand Island, Chee Ree Perez of Grand Island; numerous other family members and friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Hank Sanchez, Albert Sanchez, Alex Sanchez; sisters, Esther Guerra, Jessica Polanco. Memorials are suggested in her name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Jane Serrano (1952-2021)

Kayla Ann Kemp, 37, of Tryon, passed away November 17, 2021 at her home.&nbsp; She was born to James “Jim” and Rhonda “Rochelle” (Rodewald) Kemp on July 25, 1984 in North Platte.&nbsp; Kayla grew up in the country, north of Ringgold and attended Hall School through 6th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; Kayla then went to Tryon District #4 for 7th&nbsp;and 8th&nbsp;grades.&nbsp; The family moved to Tryon in 1999 where she graduated from McPherson County High School in 2002. Kayla worked at Shopko until the birth of her daughter Rachael Renee Kemp in 2008.&nbsp; They moved to Tryon where they still resided.&nbsp; Kayla went to work at Walmart around 2012 as a stocker, then she went to work in the bakery as cake decorator and was still doing this at the time of her death. Kayla is preceded in death by her grandparents, Russell “Huck” and Louise Kemp, Leland Rodewald and Betty Rodewald Schroeder, Bill Hackney. Kayla is survived by her daughter, Rachael; parents, Jim and Rochelle; sister, Toni (Jay) Powers; brother, Everett “Huck” Kemp; nieces, Brianna Powers, Katelyn Powers, Kinnley Powers; grandmother, Wilma Hackney; “other mom” Sharon Duval; numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorials are suggested in Kayla’s name for the education of her daughter Rachael.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, November 26, 2021 at McPherson County High School with Pastor Shannon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Miller Cemetery. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend.

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 </figure>Kayla Ann Kemp, 37, of Tryon, passed away November 17, 2021 at her home.&nbsp; She was born to James “Jim” and Rhonda “Rochelle” (Rodewald) Kemp on July 25, 1984 in North Platte.&nbsp; Kayla grew up in the country, north of Ringgold and attended Hall School through 6th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; Kayla then went to Tryon District #4 for 7th&nbsp;and 8th&nbsp;grades.&nbsp; The family moved to Tryon in 1999 where she graduated from McPherson County High School in 2002. Kayla worked at Shopko until the birth of her daughter Rachael Renee Kemp in 2008.&nbsp; They moved to Tryon where they still resided.&nbsp; Kayla went to work at Walmart around 2012 as a stocker, then she went to work in the bakery as cake decorator and was still doing this at the time of her death. Kayla is preceded in death by her grandparents, Russell “Huck” and Louise Kemp, Leland Rodewald and Betty Rodewald Schroeder, Bill Hackney. Kayla is survived by her daughter, Rachael; parents, Jim and Rochelle; sister, Toni (Jay) Powers; brother, Everett “Huck” Kemp; nieces, Brianna Powers, Katelyn Powers, Kinnley Powers; grandmother, Wilma Hackney; “other mom” Sharon Duval; numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorials are suggested in Kayla’s name for the education of her daughter Rachael.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, November 26, 2021 at McPherson County High School with Pastor Shannon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Miller Cemetery. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed via the Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend.

Kayla Ann Kemp (1984-2021)

Kenneth Dean LeQuieu, 58, of North Platte, passed away on Nov. 12, 2021. Kenny was born on May 7, 1962, in Fort Rucker, Alabama, to Betty and Vernon LeQuieu. His family moved around to several places including California, Hawaii and Alabama due to his father's service in the U.S. Army. Ken spent his middle and high school years in Fresno, California. His family enjoyed camping, riding four-wheelers and motorcycles. After graduation, Kenny went into the U.S. Army for three years and then into the United States Coast Guard. After serving proudly for 21 years, Ken retired and was hired by Union Pacific Railroad as a machinist. Kenny had several close friends that he worked with and they could always count on him to help when needed. Kenny loved to travel, especially on his BMW motorcycle. He completed several Iron Butt Runs and he enjoyed taking day rides with Paula and his friend Keith. Kenny and Paula made several long trips on the bike, riding in Arkansas and North Carolina.

Kenny is survived by his partner and loving girlfriend, Paula Southworth; his mother, Betty LeQuieu; his brother, Richard (Victoria) LeQuieu; and his sister, Robbie (Charlie) Durr.

Open house for friends and family to celebrate his life will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at his home. Burial will be at a later date at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Boise, Idaho.

Kenneth Dean LeQuieu, 58, of North Platte, passed away on Nov. 12, 2021. Kenny was born on May 7, 1962, in Fort Rucker, Alabama, to Betty and Vernon LeQuieu. His family moved around to several places including California, Hawaii and Alabama due to his father's service in the U.S. Army. Ken spent his middle and high school years in Fresno, California. His family enjoyed camping, riding four-wheelers and motorcycles. After graduation, Kenny went into the U.S. Army for three years and then into the United States Coast Guard. After serving proudly for 21 years, Ken retired and was hired by Union Pacific Railroad as a machinist. Kenny had several close friends that he worked with and they could always count on him to help when needed. Kenny loved to travel, especially on his BMW motorcycle. He completed several Iron Butt Runs and he enjoyed taking day rides with Paula and his friend Keith. Kenny and Paula made several long trips on the bike, riding in Arkansas and North Carolina.Kenny is survived by his partner and loving girlfriend, Paula Southworth; his mother, Betty LeQuieu; his brother, Richard (Victoria) LeQuieu; and his sister, Robbie (Charlie) Durr.Open house for friends and family to celebrate his life will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at his home. Burial will be at a later date at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Boise, Idaho.

Kenneth Dean Lequieu (1962-2021)

Billy Ray Melvin of Sutherland, passed away November 16, 2021 at the Gothenburg Memorial Hospital, Gothenburg, Nebraska at the age of 60.&nbsp; Billy was born on May 28, 1961 in Sutherland, NE to Billy Ross Melvin &amp; Anna Marie Arensdorf Melvin. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1979.&nbsp; Billy met Donna Jo Barnum at a street dance in Stapleton in 1978 they dated and fell in love. They were married on May 10th, 1980 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, NE. After their marriage they lived north of Paxton and worked for the Lawler Ranch, they did not stay there long as mom got homesick. They then moved north of Stapleton and worked for Pawnee Spring Ranch where Brandi and Dani were born. After leaving there they worked for Milldale Ranch, in Stapleton, NE. When they left Milldale they moved to Axtell, NE and dad worked on a pig farm. He came home to eat lunch one day and mom made pork chops for lunch and dad smelled like pigs. Mom was very homesick and we don’t think pig farming was his calling so dad only worked there for 3 days.&nbsp; After moving back, they worked for John and Cecila Harshfield North of Sutherland, NE where the baby of the family, Amy, was born. He worked for Harshfield’s for 9 years. After leaving in January of 1997 they moved south of Sutherland and worked for Herschel &amp; Susan Beveridge until January of 2014. They bought the ranch from Lloyd Boyer and made it their home for the last 7 years. He loved cleaning up and fixing things around the place to make it theirs. He had a true passion for helping people and one of the things that he loved was the Sutherland Rodeo. He was very dedicated to helping get the new building and updating the rodeo grounds. He also enjoyed going to Arizona, Wyoming and different places in Nebraska to judge dog trials. He has judged the Nebraska state fair dog trials for several years. He was a very gentle man when he was working with animals. Some like to say he was an animal whisperer. He had a special way with animals and humans. He was a friend to all, and anyone that met him could vouch for that. He was always willing to lend a hand and share a laugh. He loved his grandkids fiercely, and was always willing to teach them something new, whether it was fixing the fence, branding calves, checking cows, riding horses, feeding hay with the tractor and sleigh, or even helping out in the garden, he loved to spend time with them. Although our hearts are broken, we have all been touched by Bill's kind and caring heart. Billy is survived by wife Donna Jo Barnum Melvin of 41 years of Sutherland, NE; children, Brandi (Lucas) Anderson and their children Brylee, Scotty, Lane &amp; Andi, Danelle (Joshua) Bode and their children Ryleigh &amp; Colin all of Sutherland, NE, Amy (Chauncy) Hesseltine, and their children Ea, Mea, Rowdy, &amp; Ryder of Paxton, NE. His mother Anna Melvin of North Platte, NE, mother-in-law Sara&nbsp;Barnum of Stapleton, NE, Aunt Twila Miller of North Platte, NE; siblings, Jack (Jodine) Arensdorf of Sutherland, NE, Charlene (Stanley) Freeman, Donna Jo (Steve) Wright, all of North Platte, NE, twin sister Becky (Art) Kramer of Stapleton, NE, Travis (Jennifer) Melvin of Doniphan, NE, Jason (Denise) Melvin of North Platte, NE. He is preceded in death by his dad Billy Ross Melvin, sister Darlene Melvin, father-in-law Ora Lee Barnum, and numerous aunts &amp; uncles. &nbsp; A memorial has been established to the Sutherland Rodeo, Inc.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland with Rev. JA Welsh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. with family present from 9-11 a.m.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

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 </figure>Billy Ray Melvin of Sutherland, passed away November 16, 2021 at the Gothenburg Memorial Hospital, Gothenburg, Nebraska at the age of 60.&nbsp; Billy was born on May 28, 1961 in Sutherland, NE to Billy Ross Melvin &amp; Anna Marie Arensdorf Melvin. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1979.&nbsp; Billy met Donna Jo Barnum at a street dance in Stapleton in 1978 they dated and fell in love. They were married on May 10th, 1980 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, NE. After their marriage they lived north of Paxton and worked for the Lawler Ranch, they did not stay there long as mom got homesick. They then moved north of Stapleton and worked for Pawnee Spring Ranch where Brandi and Dani were born. After leaving there they worked for Milldale Ranch, in Stapleton, NE. When they left Milldale they moved to Axtell, NE and dad worked on a pig farm. He came home to eat lunch one day and mom made pork chops for lunch and dad smelled like pigs. Mom was very homesick and we don’t think pig farming was his calling so dad only worked there for 3 days.&nbsp; After moving back, they worked for John and Cecila Harshfield North of Sutherland, NE where the baby of the family, Amy, was born. He worked for Harshfield’s for 9 years. After leaving in January of 1997 they moved south of Sutherland and worked for Herschel &amp; Susan Beveridge until January of 2014. They bought the ranch from Lloyd Boyer and made it their home for the last 7 years. He loved cleaning up and fixing things around the place to make it theirs. He had a true passion for helping people and one of the things that he loved was the Sutherland Rodeo. He was very dedicated to helping get the new building and updating the rodeo grounds. He also enjoyed going to Arizona, Wyoming and different places in Nebraska to judge dog trials. He has judged the Nebraska state fair dog trials for several years. He was a very gentle man when he was working with animals. Some like to say he was an animal whisperer. He had a special way with animals and humans. He was a friend to all, and anyone that met him could vouch for that. He was always willing to lend a hand and share a laugh. He loved his grandkids fiercely, and was always willing to teach them something new, whether it was fixing the fence, branding calves, checking cows, riding horses, feeding hay with the tractor and sleigh, or even helping out in the garden, he loved to spend time with them. Although our hearts are broken, we have all been touched by Bill's kind and caring heart. Billy is survived by wife Donna Jo Barnum Melvin of 41 years of Sutherland, NE; children, Brandi (Lucas) Anderson and their children Brylee, Scotty, Lane &amp; Andi, Danelle (Joshua) Bode and their children Ryleigh &amp; Colin all of Sutherland, NE, Amy (Chauncy) Hesseltine, and their children Ea, Mea, Rowdy, &amp; Ryder of Paxton, NE. His mother Anna Melvin of North Platte, NE, mother-in-law Sara&nbsp;Barnum of Stapleton, NE, Aunt Twila Miller of North Platte, NE; siblings, Jack (Jodine) Arensdorf of Sutherland, NE, Charlene (Stanley) Freeman, Donna Jo (Steve) Wright, all of North Platte, NE, twin sister Becky (Art) Kramer of Stapleton, NE, Travis (Jennifer) Melvin of Doniphan, NE, Jason (Denise) Melvin of North Platte, NE. He is preceded in death by his dad Billy Ross Melvin, sister Darlene Melvin, father-in-law Ora Lee Barnum, and numerous aunts &amp; uncles. &nbsp; A memorial has been established to the Sutherland Rodeo, Inc.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland with Rev. JA Welsh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. with family present from 9-11 a.m.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

Billy Ray Melvin (1961-2021)

Lawrence Kuhlmann, age 75, of North Platte, died at Great Plains Health on November 18, 2021. Lawrence was born to Orvil and Ella Kuhlmann on July 22, 1946, in North Platte, where he grew up. Lawrence graduated from NPHS with the Class of '64 then attended Colorado State College in Ft. Collins. During high school, he played American Legion Baseball and was active in F.F.A. where he served as Nebraska State President. He went on to become the first president of the American Junior Hereford Associations. After college, Lawrence returned home and to his lifelong work with Orvil E. Kuhlmann and Sons, Inc. where he was a director and past president. Lawrence also became a partner in K &amp; L Tractor and helped start New Tek Manufacturing and Sunco Farm Equipment. Lawrence had served on the NRD Board for several years, was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and an avid golfer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orvil and Ella Kuhlmann; sister-in-law, Carol Kuhlmann; and brother-in-law, George Haussler. Lawrence is survived by his wife and longtime partner, Char, stepdaughter, Shayna (Russell) Mavis, and brother, Ernie Kuhlmann, all of North Platte; sisters, Jeanene (Matt) Faw, of Araphoe and Rosetta (Doug) Doucet, of North Platte; grandchildren, Scarlett and Wyatt; as well as other family. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

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 </figure>Lawrence Kuhlmann, age 75, of North Platte, died at Great Plains Health on November 18, 2021. Lawrence was born to Orvil and Ella Kuhlmann on July 22, 1946, in North Platte, where he grew up. Lawrence graduated from NPHS with the Class of '64 then attended Colorado State College in Ft. Collins. During high school, he played American Legion Baseball and was active in F.F.A. where he served as Nebraska State President. He went on to become the first president of the American Junior Hereford Associations. After college, Lawrence returned home and to his lifelong work with Orvil E. Kuhlmann and Sons, Inc. where he was a director and past president. Lawrence also became a partner in K &amp; L Tractor and helped start New Tek Manufacturing and Sunco Farm Equipment. Lawrence had served on the NRD Board for several years, was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and an avid golfer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orvil and Ella Kuhlmann; sister-in-law, Carol Kuhlmann; and brother-in-law, George Haussler. Lawrence is survived by his wife and longtime partner, Char, stepdaughter, Shayna (Russell) Mavis, and brother, Ernie Kuhlmann, all of North Platte; sisters, Jeanene (Matt) Faw, of Araphoe and Rosetta (Doug) Doucet, of North Platte; grandchildren, Scarlett and Wyatt; as well as other family. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Lawrence Kuhlmann (1946-2021)

&nbsp; Joanne Jurjens, 72, died November 17, 2021, at her home south of Farnam surrounded by her loving family.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born November 9, 1949, in Des Moines, IA, to Roger and Vesta (Bucklew) Thalacker.&nbsp; Joanne graduated from High School in 1968 and moved to Denver where she attended Parks School of Business, graduating with a medical secretary degree. She married Larry Joe Jurjens on November 29, 1969, at the North Platte Baptist Church, in North Platte, NE. To this union, a son and a daughter were born, David and Lisa. Joanne was blessed to be able to stay home with the kids as they grew up. While doing so, she had dog kennels and raised dogs for several years. As the kids got older, Joanne went to work at the Farnam Post Office in the mid 90's until 1998. After leaving the Post Office, she went to work for Central Plains Home Health and Hospice in Cozad, where she worked until her retirement in 2015. Joanne catered for many years and loved trying new recipes on Larry.&nbsp; She enjoyed singing and felt called to minister through music.&nbsp; Joanne loved flowers and spent many happy hours working in her flower bed.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading, cross stitching and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of The Crossing Fellowship and her faith was very important to her. Survivors include husband, Larry; son, David (Raquel) Jurjens of Maxwell; daughter, Lisa Jurjens of Gothenburg; seven grandchildren (Kendra, Michaela, Ethan, Noah, Abby, Levi, Rayden); four great grandchildren; mother, Vesta Thalacker of North Platte; two sisters, Lyn (Glen) Waltemath of Lincoln and Brenda (Dale) Oberg of Farnam; sister-in-law, Lola Mae (Melvin) Essex of Edgerton, KS and brother-in-law, Mel (Linda) Jurjens of Piedmont, OK.&nbsp; Joanne was preceded in death by her father, Roger Thalacker, and her in-laws, Ralph and Dorothy Jurjens.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday November 22, 2021, from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family will be present from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Services will be held at The Crossing Fellowship, Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 10:00 am with Eric Most officiating. &nbsp; Burial will follow in the Farnam Cemetery, Farnam, NE. Memorials may be given to The Crossing Fellowship, PO Box 17, Gothenburg, NE 69138 or Central Plains Home Health &amp; Hospice, 300 E 12th Street, Cozad, NE 69130.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Joanne Jurjens, 72, died November 17, 2021, at her home south of Farnam surrounded by her loving family.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born November 9, 1949, in Des Moines, IA, to Roger and Vesta (Bucklew) Thalacker.&nbsp; Joanne graduated from High School in 1968 and moved to Denver where she attended Parks School of Business, graduating with a medical secretary degree. She married Larry Joe Jurjens on November 29, 1969, at the North Platte Baptist Church, in North Platte, NE. To this union, a son and a daughter were born, David and Lisa. Joanne was blessed to be able to stay home with the kids as they grew up. While doing so, she had dog kennels and raised dogs for several years. As the kids got older, Joanne went to work at the Farnam Post Office in the mid 90's until 1998. After leaving the Post Office, she went to work for Central Plains Home Health and Hospice in Cozad, where she worked until her retirement in 2015. Joanne catered for many years and loved trying new recipes on Larry.&nbsp; She enjoyed singing and felt called to minister through music.&nbsp; Joanne loved flowers and spent many happy hours working in her flower bed.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading, cross stitching and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of The Crossing Fellowship and her faith was very important to her. Survivors include husband, Larry; son, David (Raquel) Jurjens of Maxwell; daughter, Lisa Jurjens of Gothenburg; seven grandchildren (Kendra, Michaela, Ethan, Noah, Abby, Levi, Rayden); four great grandchildren; mother, Vesta Thalacker of North Platte; two sisters, Lyn (Glen) Waltemath of Lincoln and Brenda (Dale) Oberg of Farnam; sister-in-law, Lola Mae (Melvin) Essex of Edgerton, KS and brother-in-law, Mel (Linda) Jurjens of Piedmont, OK.&nbsp; Joanne was preceded in death by her father, Roger Thalacker, and her in-laws, Ralph and Dorothy Jurjens.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday November 22, 2021, from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family will be present from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Services will be held at The Crossing Fellowship, Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at 10:00 am with Eric Most officiating. &nbsp; Burial will follow in the Farnam Cemetery, Farnam, NE. Memorials may be given to The Crossing Fellowship, PO Box 17, Gothenburg, NE 69138 or Central Plains Home Health &amp; Hospice, 300 E 12th Street, Cozad, NE 69130.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joanne Jurjens (1949-2021)

Joy Jean Bayne Suhr, 93, of North Platte, NE passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Centennial Park.&nbsp; She was born on Halloween, October 31, 1928 to Morton and Ava (Anderson) Cain in Maxwell, NE, the youngest of five children. She graduated from Maxwell High School in 1947 and moved to North Platte to work at Woolworth’s.&nbsp; She met and married Floyd (Gene) Bayne in 1952.&nbsp; After Floyd’s passing in 1990 she moved to the Rio Grand Valley in Texas.&nbsp; While there, she met Dean Suhr, a retired dairy farmer from Kasson, Minnesota.&nbsp; They were married in 1997 and spent 15 wonderful years together traveling and spending time with their combined families.&nbsp; Dean’s children called her their “second Mom.”&nbsp; After Dean passed away in 2012, she returned to North Platte where she spent her days working jigsaw puzzles and reading her Bible.&nbsp; Joy also enjoyed playing card games and crocheting.&nbsp; Due to failing health, she took up residence at Centennial Park where she made new friends and met and married her 3rd&nbsp;husband, Boyd Bryant in 2017.&nbsp; They enjoyed retirement life together until Boyd passed in December of 2020.&nbsp; She always attended church whenever she could until recently when she was physically unable. In addition to her husbands, Gene, Dean and Boyd, she was preceded in death by her parents Mort and Ava; brothers, Bill, Dale and Frank Cain; and sister, Lanette Tucker. She is survived by sons, Loren Bayne of North Platte, Barry Bayne of Kearney, Kelvin Bayne (Dawn) of Kearney; grandsons, Nathan Snyder (Holli), Jason Bayne (Angel), Josh Bayne (Jenny), Adam Bayne (Riley), Brent Bayne (Tessa) and Chad Bayne (Tess); 17 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter.&nbsp; Also surviving are step-children from her 2nd&nbsp;marriage, Barbara Berg (Arleigh) of MN, Margie Harrah (Tom) of WI, Deb Jannings (Chauncey) of MI, and Steve Suhr (Diane) of MN; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Ray Corlew and the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Private burial will be at Good Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, December 3rd&nbsp;from 1 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to New Life Church of North Platte.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

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 </figure>Joy Jean Bayne Suhr, 93, of North Platte, NE passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Centennial Park.&nbsp; She was born on Halloween, October 31, 1928 to Morton and Ava (Anderson) Cain in Maxwell, NE, the youngest of five children. She graduated from Maxwell High School in 1947 and moved to North Platte to work at Woolworth’s.&nbsp; She met and married Floyd (Gene) Bayne in 1952.&nbsp; After Floyd’s passing in 1990 she moved to the Rio Grand Valley in Texas.&nbsp; While there, she met Dean Suhr, a retired dairy farmer from Kasson, Minnesota.&nbsp; They were married in 1997 and spent 15 wonderful years together traveling and spending time with their combined families.&nbsp; Dean’s children called her their “second Mom.”&nbsp; After Dean passed away in 2012, she returned to North Platte where she spent her days working jigsaw puzzles and reading her Bible.&nbsp; Joy also enjoyed playing card games and crocheting.&nbsp; Due to failing health, she took up residence at Centennial Park where she made new friends and met and married her 3rd&nbsp;husband, Boyd Bryant in 2017.&nbsp; They enjoyed retirement life together until Boyd passed in December of 2020.&nbsp; She always attended church whenever she could until recently when she was physically unable. In addition to her husbands, Gene, Dean and Boyd, she was preceded in death by her parents Mort and Ava; brothers, Bill, Dale and Frank Cain; and sister, Lanette Tucker. She is survived by sons, Loren Bayne of North Platte, Barry Bayne of Kearney, Kelvin Bayne (Dawn) of Kearney; grandsons, Nathan Snyder (Holli), Jason Bayne (Angel), Josh Bayne (Jenny), Adam Bayne (Riley), Brent Bayne (Tessa) and Chad Bayne (Tess); 17 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter.&nbsp; Also surviving are step-children from her 2nd&nbsp;marriage, Barbara Berg (Arleigh) of MN, Margie Harrah (Tom) of WI, Deb Jannings (Chauncey) of MI, and Steve Suhr (Diane) of MN; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Ray Corlew and the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Private burial will be at Good Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, December 3rd&nbsp;from 1 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to New Life Church of North Platte.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

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