Robert Victor Hanson, 89, of North Platte, NE passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Linden Court.&nbsp; He was born on February 15, 1932 to Victor and Emma (Fosbinder) Hanson in Omaha, NE. He graduated from Elsie High School in 1950 and attended Kearney State College.&nbsp; He married Beth E. Cooper on June 14, 1953 in Grand Junction, CO.&nbsp; He was a farmer and drove a school bus for North Platte and Elsie schools for many years.&nbsp; He owned and operated Camperland RV sales in North Platte.&nbsp; He enjoyed traveling and especially trips to Alaska.&nbsp; Robert was a member of the Odd Fellows, Gideons, and First United Methodist Church in North Platte. Preceding him in death were his parents; son-in-law, Greg Simon; brothers-in-law, Norlin and Eber Cooper; and grandson, Joseph Schultz. Surviving Robert are his loving wife of 68 years, Beth E. Hanson; son, Matthew D. Hanson (Linda) of Lincoln; daughters, Joan M. Cooper (Butch) of North Platte; Joyce E. Delgado (Danny) of North Platte; Roberta A. Simon of CO and Susan K. Peters (Mark) of Lincoln; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and close friends. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. C.T. Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. M.T. in Elsie Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, November 22nd&nbsp;from 2 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to either the Gideons or to the North Platte Senior Center. According to Covid Guidelines masks will be worn per the family’s request. 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>Robert Victor Hanson, 89, of North Platte, NE passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Linden Court.&nbsp; He was born on February 15, 1932 to Victor and Emma (Fosbinder) Hanson in Omaha, NE. He graduated from Elsie High School in 1950 and attended Kearney State College.&nbsp; He married Beth E. Cooper on June 14, 1953 in Grand Junction, CO.&nbsp; He was a farmer and drove a school bus for North Platte and Elsie schools for many years.&nbsp; He owned and operated Camperland RV sales in North Platte.&nbsp; He enjoyed traveling and especially trips to Alaska.&nbsp; Robert was a member of the Odd Fellows, Gideons, and First United Methodist Church in North Platte. Preceding him in death were his parents; son-in-law, Greg Simon; brothers-in-law, Norlin and Eber Cooper; and grandson, Joseph Schultz. Surviving Robert are his loving wife of 68 years, Beth E. Hanson; son, Matthew D. Hanson (Linda) of Lincoln; daughters, Joan M. Cooper (Butch) of North Platte; Joyce E. Delgado (Danny) of North Platte; Roberta A. Simon of CO and Susan K. Peters (Mark) of Lincoln; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and close friends. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. C.T. Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. M.T. in Elsie Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, November 22nd&nbsp;from 2 to 7 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to either the Gideons or to the North Platte Senior Center. According to Covid Guidelines masks will be worn per the family’s request. 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.

Robert Victor Hanson (1932-2021)

Edward Dale Dowell, age 81, of North Platte, NE passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte. He was born on November 8, 1940 to Douglas and Esther (Welch) Dowell in North Platte, NE.

He lived in North Platte all of his life, and graduated from North Platte High School in 1959. Ed served in the U.S. Army for 3 years. He married Jeanie Burton and to this marriage was born a son, Scott and a daughter, Dana. In November 1966, he married Barbara (Neumann) Lieberth and her five boys, Dan, Tommy, Larry, Jerry and Garry. To this marriage Steven was born. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for over 30 years and retired in 2006. Because of his love for cars, he was an active member in Colonel Cody Cruise Club. Ed was also a member of the Eagles and VFW.

Preceding him in death were his parents and three of his sons, Garry, Larry and Thomas Lieberth.

Surviving Ed are, the love of his life for 55 years, Barbara; his son, Scott Dowell (Amber) of Arizona; daughter, Dana Beck (Dan) of Wyoming; sons, Steven Dowell (Cindy) of North Dakota, Dan Lieberth (Bonnie) of Arizona, and Jerry Lieberth (Sandy) of Nebraska; sister, Velda Gray of Georgia; and sisters-in-law, Sandy Reisinger of Colorado and Carol Neumann of Florida; 26 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Burial with military honors will be in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte. Those wishing to sign the guest book may do so on Tuesday, November 23rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the family for designation at a later date. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

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 </figure>Edward Dale Dowell, age 81, of North Platte, NE passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte. He was born on November 8, 1940 to Douglas and Esther (Welch) Dowell in North Platte, NE.He lived in North Platte all of his life, and graduated from North Platte High School in 1959. Ed served in the U.S. Army for 3 years. He married Jeanie Burton and to this marriage was born a son, Scott and a daughter, Dana. In November 1966, he married Barbara (Neumann) Lieberth and her five boys, Dan, Tommy, Larry, Jerry and Garry. To this marriage Steven was born. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for over 30 years and retired in 2006. Because of his love for cars, he was an active member in Colonel Cody Cruise Club. Ed was also a member of the Eagles and VFW.Preceding him in death were his parents and three of his sons, Garry, Larry and Thomas Lieberth.Surviving Ed are, the love of his life for 55 years, Barbara; his son, Scott Dowell (Amber) of Arizona; daughter, Dana Beck (Dan) of Wyoming; sons, Steven Dowell (Cindy) of North Dakota, Dan Lieberth (Bonnie) of Arizona, and Jerry Lieberth (Sandy) of Nebraska; sister, Velda Gray of Georgia; and sisters-in-law, Sandy Reisinger of Colorado and Carol Neumann of Florida; 26 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Burial with military honors will be in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte. Those wishing to sign the guest book may do so on Tuesday, November 23rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the family for designation at a later date. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

Edward Dale Dowell  (1940-2021)

Lee Isom, age 93, of Mullen, Nebraska, quietly passed away in the early hours of Nov. 17, 2021, at his home of 47 years just north of town. Lee Alton Isom was born on August 29, 1929, to Charles and Nellie (Boyer) Isom at their home north of Mullen. He attended Mullen Public Schools from the first grade (being homeschooled prior to that) through his graduation in 1947. After high school, Lee worked at the Mullen CO-OP until he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1950, serving in the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. Lee returned to Mullen after serving in Korea during the conflict, and was quoted as saying that since then, “I thank God I’m in Mullen, Nebraska.” In 1954, Lee met Mary Lou Martinez at a dance in Seneca. After dating for five years, Lee and Mary Lou were joined in matrimony on June 8, 1959. That same year, Lee founded and managed Lee’s Market until a fire in Nov. 1974 burned it down. Afterwards, Lee drove the Handi-bus and worked a variety of positions around Mullen. Lee most recently served as Hooker County Treasurer for 20 years. During this time, Lee became politically active in a number of elections, helping such candidates as Governor Kay Orr, Governor Dave Heinemann, Senator Chuck Hagel, Nebraska Treasurer John Murante, as well as numerous others. In 1973, Lee and Mary Lou officially adopted their oldest son, Shawn, who was born on Dec. 24, 1968. Shortly after the adoption, their second son Charles was born on Aug. 20, 1974. One of Lee’s greatest joys in life was celebrating the achievements of his hometown Mullen Broncos. He was part of the high school football team’s chain gang for more than two decades and he was not only a regular at Bronco basketball games, but their practices also. He was even able to attend the boys’ basketball team’s championship run in 2017. One of his proudest moments as a fan was in 2004 when he was named “Fan of the Year,” In 2017 Lee was also honored by the Mullen Championship basketball team at the sports banquet, something that came as quite a shock to him and Mary Lou. Lee is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Lou, his sons Shawn (Jean) Isom of North Platte and Charles (Nora) Isom of Ashland and three grandchildren – Seth Bargell, Sydnee Isom, and Ana Isom. Lee was proceeded in death by his parents Charles and Nellie Isom. Funeral services will be held at the Mullen United Methodist Church on Sunday, November 21st&nbsp;at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Shanon Williams officiating. Military Honors will be held at the Church after services. Please wear Bronc or Husker attire. Visitation will be Saturday, November 20th, at the Mullen Funeral Home from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Mullen United Methodist Church and the Mullen Public Schools Athletic Fund. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow/Arnold/Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

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 </figure>Lee Isom, age 93, of Mullen, Nebraska, quietly passed away in the early hours of Nov. 17, 2021, at his home of 47 years just north of town. Lee Alton Isom was born on August 29, 1929, to Charles and Nellie (Boyer) Isom at their home north of Mullen. He attended Mullen Public Schools from the first grade (being homeschooled prior to that) through his graduation in 1947. After high school, Lee worked at the Mullen CO-OP until he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1950, serving in the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. Lee returned to Mullen after serving in Korea during the conflict, and was quoted as saying that since then, “I thank God I’m in Mullen, Nebraska.” In 1954, Lee met Mary Lou Martinez at a dance in Seneca. After dating for five years, Lee and Mary Lou were joined in matrimony on June 8, 1959. That same year, Lee founded and managed Lee’s Market until a fire in Nov. 1974 burned it down. Afterwards, Lee drove the Handi-bus and worked a variety of positions around Mullen. Lee most recently served as Hooker County Treasurer for 20 years. During this time, Lee became politically active in a number of elections, helping such candidates as Governor Kay Orr, Governor Dave Heinemann, Senator Chuck Hagel, Nebraska Treasurer John Murante, as well as numerous others. In 1973, Lee and Mary Lou officially adopted their oldest son, Shawn, who was born on Dec. 24, 1968. Shortly after the adoption, their second son Charles was born on Aug. 20, 1974. One of Lee’s greatest joys in life was celebrating the achievements of his hometown Mullen Broncos. He was part of the high school football team’s chain gang for more than two decades and he was not only a regular at Bronco basketball games, but their practices also. He was even able to attend the boys’ basketball team’s championship run in 2017. One of his proudest moments as a fan was in 2004 when he was named “Fan of the Year,” In 2017 Lee was also honored by the Mullen Championship basketball team at the sports banquet, something that came as quite a shock to him and Mary Lou. Lee is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Lou, his sons Shawn (Jean) Isom of North Platte and Charles (Nora) Isom of Ashland and three grandchildren – Seth Bargell, Sydnee Isom, and Ana Isom. Lee was proceeded in death by his parents Charles and Nellie Isom. Funeral services will be held at the Mullen United Methodist Church on Sunday, November 21st&nbsp;at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Shanon Williams officiating. Military Honors will be held at the Church after services. Please wear Bronc or Husker attire. Visitation will be Saturday, November 20th, at the Mullen Funeral Home from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Mullen United Methodist Church and the Mullen Public Schools Athletic Fund. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow/Arnold/Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

Lee Isom (1929-2021)

&nbsp;Bruce M. Swanson, age 93, passed away of natural causes on November 16, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska, surrounded by family. He was born October 6, 1928 to Swantie E. and Esther Swanson at his Grandmother Swanson's house at 505 East C Street in McCook. He attended rural and McCook schools until graduating in 1945 at the age of 16. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; On October 22, 1949, he was united in marriage to Beverlee J. Meyers. They made their home on a farm north of McCook until his retirement in 1992. To this union was born Terri (Alan) Goodsell of Absarokee, Montana, Leslie Butler of Fort Collins, Colorado, Robert (Kathryn) Swanson of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Steven (Rhonda) Swanson of Dumas, Texas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Preceding him in death were his wife, Beverlee, his parents, a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Don Poore, sister-in-law Marilyn Meyers, and his in-laws Glenn and Nellie Meyers. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include the four children and their spouses, seven grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as well as cousins and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; He was on the District 41 School Board when that school was first consolidated and built on Highway 83. He was a member of McCook Memorial United Methodist Church; his grandfather and uncle helped build the church. He and Beverlee were active in Wheatgrowers and Wheathearts for many years; he was Red Willow County President and served as a state officer for several years. He was on the Red Willow County Fair Board for over 25 years, where he made lasting friendships. He was a member of the McCook Masonic Lodge, where he was head of the Chapter, Council, Commandry and Master of the Blue Lodge. He also served as an officer in Shrine. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday November 26, 2021 at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook with Pastor Jeff Kelley officiating and Masonic Rites.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggests memorials be given to the Tehama Shrine or Shriners of America at PO Box 962, McCook, Nebraska 69001.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp;Bruce M. Swanson, age 93, passed away of natural causes on November 16, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska, surrounded by family. He was born October 6, 1928 to Swantie E. and Esther Swanson at his Grandmother Swanson's house at 505 East C Street in McCook. He attended rural and McCook schools until graduating in 1945 at the age of 16. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; On October 22, 1949, he was united in marriage to Beverlee J. Meyers. They made their home on a farm north of McCook until his retirement in 1992. To this union was born Terri (Alan) Goodsell of Absarokee, Montana, Leslie Butler of Fort Collins, Colorado, Robert (Kathryn) Swanson of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Steven (Rhonda) Swanson of Dumas, Texas. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Preceding him in death were his wife, Beverlee, his parents, a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Don Poore, sister-in-law Marilyn Meyers, and his in-laws Glenn and Nellie Meyers. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include the four children and their spouses, seven grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as well as cousins and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; He was on the District 41 School Board when that school was first consolidated and built on Highway 83. He was a member of McCook Memorial United Methodist Church; his grandfather and uncle helped build the church. He and Beverlee were active in Wheatgrowers and Wheathearts for many years; he was Red Willow County President and served as a state officer for several years. He was on the Red Willow County Fair Board for over 25 years, where he made lasting friendships. He was a member of the McCook Masonic Lodge, where he was head of the Chapter, Council, Commandry and Master of the Blue Lodge. He also served as an officer in Shrine. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday November 26, 2021 at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook with Pastor Jeff Kelley officiating and Masonic Rites.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow services in Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggests memorials be given to the Tehama Shrine or Shriners of America at PO Box 962, McCook, Nebraska 69001.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Bruce Marvin Swanson (1928-2021)

Kenneth Charles Malleck, age 91, of McCook, NE passed away Monday, November 15, 2021 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook. Kenny was born March 30, 1932 to Charles and Lorene (Weskamp) Malleck in Indianola, NE where he attended country school through the second grade. The family moved to Champion, NE in 1937 where they lived for the next nine years. They then moved back to the family farm north of McCook and Kenny, at the age of 16, drove the Red Willow school bus until graduating from Red Willow High School in 1947. Following high school, Kenny worked for “Squeaky” Shalm and Don Hileman at the Ford garage for two years and then Ray Nickerson‘s Conoco Station on Norris Avenue. Kenny proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, spending two years in Korea from 1951-1953. Kenny married Nita (Greenlee) Malleck in 1954. To this union four children were born. During this time, Kenny worked for Gamble Robinson (Loop Brewery) for three years before purchasing the K&amp;K Transfer Truck Line with Keith Loper in 1960/61.&nbsp; His next job was with Standard Oil, which is now Amoco Oil. Kenneth was the owner of Malleck Oil for over 50 years, with the help of his sons Scott and Sam and wife Nita. Kenny’s favorite past time was having family dinners at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. He loved watching his family playing baseball, football, and volleyball. He bowled on the local bowling team and enjoyed a good time with family and friends at Sarge’s until he was no longer able to get there. Kenny coached the Colman Oil Woman’s Softball Team to a championship in 1979.&nbsp; He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Elk’s Club, local VFW and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Darrell “Dick”, Robert and Burdette “Archie” Malleck; sister in law, Marge Malleck; and his son in law, Allan Otter. Survivors include his wife Nita Malleck of McCook; children, Jodi Otter of McCook, Scott (Deb) Malleck of McCook, Jan (Mike) Nitsch of Arapahoe, NE and Sam (Chantel) Malleck of McCook; brothers, Gene Malleck of McCook and Loyce (Marilyn) Malleck of Mesquite, NV; sisters-in-law Lois Malleck of Amarillo, TX, Marilyn Malleck of McCook and In Suk Malleck of Killeen, TX; nine grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren and a host of extended family members and lifelong friends.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kenneth Charles Malleck, age 91, of McCook, NE passed away Monday, November 15, 2021 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook. Kenny was born March 30, 1932 to Charles and Lorene (Weskamp) Malleck in Indianola, NE where he attended country school through the second grade. The family moved to Champion, NE in 1937 where they lived for the next nine years. They then moved back to the family farm north of McCook and Kenny, at the age of 16, drove the Red Willow school bus until graduating from Red Willow High School in 1947. Following high school, Kenny worked for “Squeaky” Shalm and Don Hileman at the Ford garage for two years and then Ray Nickerson‘s Conoco Station on Norris Avenue. Kenny proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, spending two years in Korea from 1951-1953. Kenny married Nita (Greenlee) Malleck in 1954. To this union four children were born. During this time, Kenny worked for Gamble Robinson (Loop Brewery) for three years before purchasing the K&amp;K Transfer Truck Line with Keith Loper in 1960/61.&nbsp; His next job was with Standard Oil, which is now Amoco Oil. Kenneth was the owner of Malleck Oil for over 50 years, with the help of his sons Scott and Sam and wife Nita. Kenny’s favorite past time was having family dinners at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. He loved watching his family playing baseball, football, and volleyball. He bowled on the local bowling team and enjoyed a good time with family and friends at Sarge’s until he was no longer able to get there. Kenny coached the Colman Oil Woman’s Softball Team to a championship in 1979.&nbsp; He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Elk’s Club, local VFW and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Darrell “Dick”, Robert and Burdette “Archie” Malleck; sister in law, Marge Malleck; and his son in law, Allan Otter. Survivors include his wife Nita Malleck of McCook; children, Jodi Otter of McCook, Scott (Deb) Malleck of McCook, Jan (Mike) Nitsch of Arapahoe, NE and Sam (Chantel) Malleck of McCook; brothers, Gene Malleck of McCook and Loyce (Marilyn) Malleck of Mesquite, NV; sisters-in-law Lois Malleck of Amarillo, TX, Marilyn Malleck of McCook and In Suk Malleck of Killeen, TX; nine grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren and a host of extended family members and lifelong friends.&nbsp;

Kenneth C. Malleck (1930-2021)

&nbsp;ROY ELMSHAEUSER, 98 of Ogallala, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Wel-Life Assisted Living in Ogallala. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Roy's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live. Memorial services will be on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at 10:30 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment with military honors will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;ROY ELMSHAEUSER, 98 of Ogallala, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Wel-Life Assisted Living in Ogallala. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Roy's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live. Memorial services will be on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at 10:30 am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment with military honors will be in the Ogallala Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy Elmshaeuser (1923-2021)

&nbsp; EDITH J. LIGGETT, 70 of Ogallala, passed away November 3, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte. Edith was born November 20, 1950, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Harold and Betty (Hudson) Liggett. She graduated from ESU 16. Edith was a nearly lifelong resident of Ogallala, where she had worked with PAKS workshop for many years. In 2013, Edith moved to Omaha to be closer to family and subsequently returned to Ogallala a couple of years later, living with her niece and caregiver, Charlotte, throughout that time. Edith had a keen sense for the beautiful, with both an eye for art and an ear for music. She was enthralled by all things arts and crafts and had an extensive collection of paintings that she had made over the years. Edith also loved to crotchet. There typically wasn't a quiet moment in Edith's house, as she would either have a movie or music playing most of the time. While Edith loved the Beatles, nobody could compete with Elvis by her account. She was such an avid fan that she had made the trip to Graceland twice. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her siblings, Robert Liggett of Ogallala, Linda (Todd) Hudson of Ogallala, Cathy Liggett of Ogallala; nieces, Charlotte (Leila) Hudson of Ogallala and Tonya (Edward) Bassett of Ogallala and their children Zachary, Matthew, Cole, Aiden, and Jaxson; and many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Edith's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Memorial services will be on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 10:00 am at Prairie Hills Funeral Home chapel in Ogallala. Inurnment will be in the Brule Cemetery at a later date. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; EDITH J. LIGGETT, 70 of Ogallala, passed away November 3, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte. Edith was born November 20, 1950, at Ogallala, Nebraska, to Harold and Betty (Hudson) Liggett. She graduated from ESU 16. Edith was a nearly lifelong resident of Ogallala, where she had worked with PAKS workshop for many years. In 2013, Edith moved to Omaha to be closer to family and subsequently returned to Ogallala a couple of years later, living with her niece and caregiver, Charlotte, throughout that time. Edith had a keen sense for the beautiful, with both an eye for art and an ear for music. She was enthralled by all things arts and crafts and had an extensive collection of paintings that she had made over the years. Edith also loved to crotchet. There typically wasn't a quiet moment in Edith's house, as she would either have a movie or music playing most of the time. While Edith loved the Beatles, nobody could compete with Elvis by her account. She was such an avid fan that she had made the trip to Graceland twice. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her siblings, Robert Liggett of Ogallala, Linda (Todd) Hudson of Ogallala, Cathy Liggett of Ogallala; nieces, Charlotte (Leila) Hudson of Ogallala and Tonya (Edward) Bassett of Ogallala and their children Zachary, Matthew, Cole, Aiden, and Jaxson; and many other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in Edith's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Memorial services will be on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 10:00 am at Prairie Hills Funeral Home chapel in Ogallala. Inurnment will be in the Brule Cemetery at a later date. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edith Jane Liggett (1950-2021)

Ora Lee Barnum, a lifelong resident of Stapleton, passed away peacefully at Centennial Park, on November 15, 2021 at the age of 87 years.&nbsp;

Ora was born on June 10, 1934 in Dickens, Nebraska to Gerald Aubrey and Bertha Syvia Favinger Barnum. He was one of 7 children. He was raised north of Stapleton on the family ranch, and graduated from high school in Stapleton in 1952.&nbsp; Ora met the love of his life Sara Jane Johnson at a dance in Arnold in 1951. They were married on October 4th,1953 at the Presbyterian church in Stapleton. Ora and Sara resided at the family ranch for 27 years where they raised their 4 children, Donald, David, Darrell, and Donna. Ora retired from ranching in 1980, and they bought a house in Stapleton where they still reside. I don’t know if he ever truly “retired”. In 2000, they built Sara’s Place and ran the café till they sold it in 2016. Ora enjoyed helping his kids, whether it was checking water for the cattle, checking to see if there were any calving or going to the brandings. He loved it all. Ora was always ready to jump in the coyote wagon to go out driving to see if he could find a coyote. He was never a fast driver until he saw a coyote and let the dogs out and then you better hold on for dear life because you never knew how fast he was going to go or when he was going to stop. Ora enjoyed going to watch his grandchildren and great grandchildren in the many different activities that they were in. He hardly missed an activity.&nbsp;

Ora is survived by the love of his life Sara of Stapleton, NE, his children Donald (Sandy) Barnum, David (Janet) Barnum, Darrell (Vicki) Barnum all of Stapleton, NE. Donna (Billy) Melvin of Sutherland, NE, his brother Junior Barnum of Gandy, NE, sister in law Twila Miller of North Platte, NE; grandchildren, Tasha Kramer of Texas, Lewis Barnum of Mackey ID, Dixie Lehmkuhler (Nathan) of North Platte, NE,&nbsp; Amanda (Matt) Brouilette of Maxwell, Nicole Barnum (Curtis) of North Platte, NE, Heidi Reitz of Hershey, NE, Eric Garrelts of Stapleton, NE, Tyler Barnum (Angie) of Gibbon, NE, Justin (Addie) Barnum of North Platte, NE, Tanner Barnum of Kansas, Jay (Toni) Powers of Tryon, NE, Cameron (Julie) Powers of Hershey, NE, Shaylee (Braka) Matlock of North Platte, NE, Brandi (Lucas) Anderson, Danelle (Joshua) Bode all of Sutherland, NE, Amy (Chauncy) Hesseltine of Paxton, NE. 34 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his infant daughter Michelle Jean, his parents Gerald and Bertha Barnum, Father and mother-in-law Harry and Vera Johnson, siblings Ralph Barnum, Louise James, Goldie Freeman, Evelyn Schutt, and Elda Weller and brother-in-law Raymond Hermansen.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Rev. Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be noon – 7:00 P.M., Friday, November 19, with family receiving friend from 5 – 7, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

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 </figure>Ora Lee Barnum, a lifelong resident of Stapleton, passed away peacefully at Centennial Park, on November 15, 2021 at the age of 87 years.&nbsp;Ora was born on June 10, 1934 in Dickens, Nebraska to Gerald Aubrey and Bertha Syvia Favinger Barnum. He was one of 7 children. He was raised north of Stapleton on the family ranch, and graduated from high school in Stapleton in 1952.&nbsp; Ora met the love of his life Sara Jane Johnson at a dance in Arnold in 1951. They were married on October 4th,1953 at the Presbyterian church in Stapleton. Ora and Sara resided at the family ranch for 27 years where they raised their 4 children, Donald, David, Darrell, and Donna. Ora retired from ranching in 1980, and they bought a house in Stapleton where they still reside. I don’t know if he ever truly “retired”. In 2000, they built Sara’s Place and ran the café till they sold it in 2016. Ora enjoyed helping his kids, whether it was checking water for the cattle, checking to see if there were any calving or going to the brandings. He loved it all. Ora was always ready to jump in the coyote wagon to go out driving to see if he could find a coyote. He was never a fast driver until he saw a coyote and let the dogs out and then you better hold on for dear life because you never knew how fast he was going to go or when he was going to stop. Ora enjoyed going to watch his grandchildren and great grandchildren in the many different activities that they were in. He hardly missed an activity.&nbsp;Ora is survived by the love of his life Sara of Stapleton, NE, his children Donald (Sandy) Barnum, David (Janet) Barnum, Darrell (Vicki) Barnum all of Stapleton, NE. Donna (Billy) Melvin of Sutherland, NE, his brother Junior Barnum of Gandy, NE, sister in law Twila Miller of North Platte, NE; grandchildren, Tasha Kramer of Texas, Lewis Barnum of Mackey ID, Dixie Lehmkuhler (Nathan) of North Platte, NE,&nbsp; Amanda (Matt) Brouilette of Maxwell, Nicole Barnum (Curtis) of North Platte, NE, Heidi Reitz of Hershey, NE, Eric Garrelts of Stapleton, NE, Tyler Barnum (Angie) of Gibbon, NE, Justin (Addie) Barnum of North Platte, NE, Tanner Barnum of Kansas, Jay (Toni) Powers of Tryon, NE, Cameron (Julie) Powers of Hershey, NE, Shaylee (Braka) Matlock of North Platte, NE, Brandi (Lucas) Anderson, Danelle (Joshua) Bode all of Sutherland, NE, Amy (Chauncy) Hesseltine of Paxton, NE. 34 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his infant daughter Michelle Jean, his parents Gerald and Bertha Barnum, Father and mother-in-law Harry and Vera Johnson, siblings Ralph Barnum, Louise James, Goldie Freeman, Evelyn Schutt, and Elda Weller and brother-in-law Raymond Hermansen.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Rev. Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be noon – 7:00 P.M., Friday, November 19, with family receiving friend from 5 – 7, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established to the family.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

Ora Lee Barnum (1934-2021)

John&nbsp;G.&nbsp;Sexson, age 74, of Hershey, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at his daughter's home outside of Adams, Nebraska.

John was born May 17, 1947, in Grant to John and Ardith Sexson, the second of four children. He graduated from Grant High School in May 1965.

On August 23, 1969, John married Barbara Erickson and they were later blessed with three children, Julie, Lori and John T. The couple made their home in Chadron so John could attend his junior year of college. In April 1970, John was drafted into the United States Army. He spent 3 years in the service and was able to see several countries around the world.

After his discharge, they moved to Lincoln where John worked in the post office and Barb ran an in-home daycare. In 1984, the family moved back to Chadron in order for John to finish college and graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. His first teaching job was in Alliance where he taught high school science. In the summer of 1988, another move took the family to Hershey where John taught high school science at Hershey Public Schools. In May 2008, he retired from teaching.

John loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He would get so excited from the news of new grandchildren and great-grandchildren! His favorite times were playing cards, 5-point pitch was always his choice. Teaching new card games to his grandchildren was his specialty. But once they knew how to play, he would joke about never winning another game.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents, John E. and Ardith Sexson; and father-in-law, Kenneth Erickson.

Survivors include his children, Julie (Scott) Hudson of Adams, Lori Weir of Kearney and John (Rebeka) Sexson of Hershey; grandchildren, Hunter, Harrison &amp; Hollynn Hudson of Adams, Jacob (Tanisha) Weir of North Platte, Justin (Rebecca) Weir of Kearney and Carly, Jarrett &amp; Claire Sexson of Hershey; great-grandson, Jesiah Weir of North Platte; siblings, Mike (Eunice) Sexson of Lincoln, Jim (Renae) Sexson of North Platte and Cathy (Tom) Willhite of Grant; his mother-in-law, Bonnie Erickson, of North Platte; and other family.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. (CT) on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. (MT) in the Fairview Cemetery at Grant. Visitation is Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (CT) with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

<figure>
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 </figure>John&nbsp;G.&nbsp;Sexson, age 74, of Hershey, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at his daughter's home outside of Adams, Nebraska.John was born May 17, 1947, in Grant to John and Ardith Sexson, the second of four children. He graduated from Grant High School in May 1965.On August 23, 1969, John married Barbara Erickson and they were later blessed with three children, Julie, Lori and John T. The couple made their home in Chadron so John could attend his junior year of college. In April 1970, John was drafted into the United States Army. He spent 3 years in the service and was able to see several countries around the world.After his discharge, they moved to Lincoln where John worked in the post office and Barb ran an in-home daycare. In 1984, the family moved back to Chadron in order for John to finish college and graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. His first teaching job was in Alliance where he taught high school science. In the summer of 1988, another move took the family to Hershey where John taught high school science at Hershey Public Schools. In May 2008, he retired from teaching.John loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He would get so excited from the news of new grandchildren and great-grandchildren! His favorite times were playing cards, 5-point pitch was always his choice. Teaching new card games to his grandchildren was his specialty. But once they knew how to play, he would joke about never winning another game.John was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents, John E. and Ardith Sexson; and father-in-law, Kenneth Erickson.Survivors include his children, Julie (Scott) Hudson of Adams, Lori Weir of Kearney and John (Rebeka) Sexson of Hershey; grandchildren, Hunter, Harrison &amp; Hollynn Hudson of Adams, Jacob (Tanisha) Weir of North Platte, Justin (Rebecca) Weir of Kearney and Carly, Jarrett &amp; Claire Sexson of Hershey; great-grandson, Jesiah Weir of North Platte; siblings, Mike (Eunice) Sexson of Lincoln, Jim (Renae) Sexson of North Platte and Cathy (Tom) Willhite of Grant; his mother-in-law, Bonnie Erickson, of North Platte; and other family.Services will be held at 1 p.m. (CT) on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. (MT) in the Fairview Cemetery at Grant. Visitation is Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (CT) with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

John Sexson (1947-2021)

Hugh Wilber was born to Carl and Gertrude (House) Wilber on April 8, 1929 in Gordon, NE.&nbsp; He passed away on November 15 at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine. The family &nbsp;moved to Valentine when Hugh was a year old. He attended school in Valentine where he was a player on the 1945 undefeated, unscored upon football&nbsp; team.&nbsp; He graduated in 1947 and attended the University of Nebraska for one year. Hugh met Margaret Wade during their high school years.&nbsp; They were married on October 3, 1948.&nbsp; Two daughters were born to them, Judy and Connie. Hugh started working for Leon and Fern Prang when he was 16.&nbsp; When he came back from Lincoln, he again worked for them at Prang’s Apparel Store and spent 50 years in the business. He and Margaret purchased the business from the Prang’s in 1963. In addition, they started the H &amp; M Bootery, which later moved into the building he both designed and built. They also started the Daylight Donut.&nbsp; After retiring, Hugh started Wilber’s Small Engine Repair. Both Hugh and Margaret were proud supporters of their community.&nbsp; The Chamber of Commerce office was operated out of their businesses until a permanent home was established in the 1990’s. Hugh had served as President of the organization and a board director.&nbsp; One of the highlights of their Chamber work was a friendship struck up with a contingency from Japan they had entertained in their home.&nbsp; After hosting the group on three occasions they were given a trip to Japan. &nbsp; Hugh was a long time member of Rotary, served as various officers and was a Paul Harris Fellow.&nbsp; He served as Treasurer and Trustee&nbsp; of the United Methodist Church for many years and was on the committee to build the present building. In 2016 he was honored for over 60 years of membership.&nbsp; Along with Margaret they sponsored the MYF for many years. A Fireman for over 50 years, Hugh served as Secretary-Treasurer for many years. He was especially proud of the part he played in helping to raise the funds for the early trucks the department purchased. A huge supporter of the arts, he and Margaret were Music Boosters for many years and chaired the Coronation activities on numerous occasions. He also sang in the Community choir. Although Margaret was the ram-rod, Hugh was responsible for helping with&nbsp; the activities of the Cherry County and Valentine Centennial Celebrations. He helped with sets for the Valentine Players. The Wilber’s received many awards for their involvement, including the Aksarben Good Neighbor Award and the Heart City Heart Award, at least twice. Hugh was also the recipient of a Badger Booster Award.&nbsp; They seldom missed a game, whether they had family members participating or not.&nbsp; Although not widely known, more than one football player had shoes donated to them. Most of the grandchildren’s teammates claimed them as THEIR grandparents. Woodworking was a passion of Hugh’s and all of the grandchildren, and great grands were given unique toy boxes, such as railroad cars, fire trucks and pickups. The home they lived in for 40 years was built and maintained with his labor. The hearts advertising recreational activities along Main Street were taken from the pattern he created as name signs for his family, patterned after a design he had created for mile markers coming to Valentine. The Christmas decorations that adorned their home were featured in Better Home and Gardens magazine. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and golfing, and the occasional “Prayer Meeting” with some of the guys on Thursday evenings. Along with other Rotarians, Hugh started the recycling in Valentine, even manning the Center until taken over by the Environmental businesses.&nbsp; Up until a few months before going to the Nursing Home, Hugh picked up recycling for many of his neighbors. He enjoyed his coffee group and treasured his friends there. At Pine View, Hugh kept the pine cones picked up and the edges of the sidewalk never looked as good.&nbsp;&nbsp; Preceding Hugh in death are his wife Margaret, his parents, a brother, Jacque and wife Luella, sister Joy and husband, Orville and sister Hope and husband, Kenneth Graeff.&nbsp; Survivors include daughters Judy (Bill) Mulligan and Connie (Jerry) Rhoades.&nbsp; Six grandchildren: Michele (John) Witt, Penny (Sean) Doherty, Shannon (Eric) Ravenscroft,&nbsp; Jodi Hanshew, Sean (Bryel) Mulligan and Jill (Joel) Anderson.&nbsp; Eleven great-grandchildren, Bailey and Rhett Witt, Madeline Doherty, Jaylynn, Taylor, Elle and Tucker Ravenscroft, Jacob and Jiles Hanshew, Mason Mulligan, Isaac (Kelsey) and Ashlyn Anderson,and one brother-in-law, James Frohman.&nbsp; Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and friends.

Hugh Wilber, age 92, of Valentine passed away on Nov. 15, 2021 at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine.&nbsp; Private family graveside service will be held at Mt. Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 6:00 PM on Nov. 19 at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hugh Wilber was born to Carl and Gertrude (House) Wilber on April 8, 1929 in Gordon, NE.&nbsp; He passed away on November 15 at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine. The family &nbsp;moved to Valentine when Hugh was a year old. He attended school in Valentine where he was a player on the 1945 undefeated, unscored upon football&nbsp; team.&nbsp; He graduated in 1947 and attended the University of Nebraska for one year. Hugh met Margaret Wade during their high school years.&nbsp; They were married on October 3, 1948.&nbsp; Two daughters were born to them, Judy and Connie. Hugh started working for Leon and Fern Prang when he was 16.&nbsp; When he came back from Lincoln, he again worked for them at Prang’s Apparel Store and spent 50 years in the business. He and Margaret purchased the business from the Prang’s in 1963. In addition, they started the H &amp; M Bootery, which later moved into the building he both designed and built. They also started the Daylight Donut.&nbsp; After retiring, Hugh started Wilber’s Small Engine Repair. Both Hugh and Margaret were proud supporters of their community.&nbsp; The Chamber of Commerce office was operated out of their businesses until a permanent home was established in the 1990’s. Hugh had served as President of the organization and a board director.&nbsp; One of the highlights of their Chamber work was a friendship struck up with a contingency from Japan they had entertained in their home.&nbsp; After hosting the group on three occasions they were given a trip to Japan. &nbsp; Hugh was a long time member of Rotary, served as various officers and was a Paul Harris Fellow.&nbsp; He served as Treasurer and Trustee&nbsp; of the United Methodist Church for many years and was on the committee to build the present building. In 2016 he was honored for over 60 years of membership.&nbsp; Along with Margaret they sponsored the MYF for many years. A Fireman for over 50 years, Hugh served as Secretary-Treasurer for many years. He was especially proud of the part he played in helping to raise the funds for the early trucks the department purchased. A huge supporter of the arts, he and Margaret were Music Boosters for many years and chaired the Coronation activities on numerous occasions. He also sang in the Community choir. Although Margaret was the ram-rod, Hugh was responsible for helping with&nbsp; the activities of the Cherry County and Valentine Centennial Celebrations. He helped with sets for the Valentine Players. The Wilber’s received many awards for their involvement, including the Aksarben Good Neighbor Award and the Heart City Heart Award, at least twice. Hugh was also the recipient of a Badger Booster Award.&nbsp; They seldom missed a game, whether they had family members participating or not.&nbsp; Although not widely known, more than one football player had shoes donated to them. Most of the grandchildren’s teammates claimed them as THEIR grandparents. Woodworking was a passion of Hugh’s and all of the grandchildren, and great grands were given unique toy boxes, such as railroad cars, fire trucks and pickups. The home they lived in for 40 years was built and maintained with his labor. The hearts advertising recreational activities along Main Street were taken from the pattern he created as name signs for his family, patterned after a design he had created for mile markers coming to Valentine. The Christmas decorations that adorned their home were featured in Better Home and Gardens magazine. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and golfing, and the occasional “Prayer Meeting” with some of the guys on Thursday evenings. Along with other Rotarians, Hugh started the recycling in Valentine, even manning the Center until taken over by the Environmental businesses.&nbsp; Up until a few months before going to the Nursing Home, Hugh picked up recycling for many of his neighbors. He enjoyed his coffee group and treasured his friends there. At Pine View, Hugh kept the pine cones picked up and the edges of the sidewalk never looked as good.&nbsp;&nbsp; Preceding Hugh in death are his wife Margaret, his parents, a brother, Jacque and wife Luella, sister Joy and husband, Orville and sister Hope and husband, Kenneth Graeff.&nbsp; Survivors include daughters Judy (Bill) Mulligan and Connie (Jerry) Rhoades.&nbsp; Six grandchildren: Michele (John) Witt, Penny (Sean) Doherty, Shannon (Eric) Ravenscroft,&nbsp; Jodi Hanshew, Sean (Bryel) Mulligan and Jill (Joel) Anderson.&nbsp; Eleven great-grandchildren, Bailey and Rhett Witt, Madeline Doherty, Jaylynn, Taylor, Elle and Tucker Ravenscroft, Jacob and Jiles Hanshew, Mason Mulligan, Isaac (Kelsey) and Ashlyn Anderson,and one brother-in-law, James Frohman.&nbsp; Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and friends. Hugh Wilber, age 92, of Valentine passed away on Nov. 15, 2021 at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine.&nbsp; Private family graveside service will be held at Mt. Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 6:00 PM on Nov. 19 at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.&nbsp;

Hugh C. Wilber (1929-2021)

Patsy Ann Mansour was born March 6, 1939 in Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; Patsy was the second of three daughters born to Michael and Eva Mansour. &nbsp;She grew up in Valentine where she attended elementary school and graduated from Valentine High School.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patsy married Blaine Benson on August 24, 1963 in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; They made their home in Valentine.&nbsp; Their home was blessed with 3 children: Polly, Jerry and Kelly.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook and often made Syrian bread for her family.&nbsp; She loved people and enjoyed entertaining.&nbsp; Patsy was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was an avid walker and loved to square dance.&nbsp; Her greatest love was her family and caring for them.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patsy passed away at Community Memorial Nursing Home in Burwell, NE at age 82.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by son Jerry, parents Michael and Eva Mansour, sisters Janet Abdallah and Judy Leach.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by husband Blaine, daughters Kelly Benson and Polly Taylor.&nbsp; Also surviving are grandchildren Brody and Rhea Benson and Lindsay and Erin Brock and one great granddaughter Emma Haynes.

Mass of Christian Burial for Patsy Benson, age 82, of Valentine will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20th&nbsp;at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Rosary will be recited on Friday, Nov. 19 at 7:00 PM at the Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Friday, Nov. 19 at 2:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.

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 </figure>Patsy Ann Mansour was born March 6, 1939 in Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; Patsy was the second of three daughters born to Michael and Eva Mansour. &nbsp;She grew up in Valentine where she attended elementary school and graduated from Valentine High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patsy married Blaine Benson on August 24, 1963 in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; They made their home in Valentine.&nbsp; Their home was blessed with 3 children: Polly, Jerry and Kelly.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook and often made Syrian bread for her family.&nbsp; She loved people and enjoyed entertaining.&nbsp; Patsy was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was an avid walker and loved to square dance.&nbsp; Her greatest love was her family and caring for them.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patsy passed away at Community Memorial Nursing Home in Burwell, NE at age 82.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by son Jerry, parents Michael and Eva Mansour, sisters Janet Abdallah and Judy Leach.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by husband Blaine, daughters Kelly Benson and Polly Taylor.&nbsp; Also surviving are grandchildren Brody and Rhea Benson and Lindsay and Erin Brock and one great granddaughter Emma Haynes.Mass of Christian Burial for Patsy Benson, age 82, of Valentine will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20th&nbsp;at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Rosary will be recited on Friday, Nov. 19 at 7:00 PM at the Church in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Friday, Nov. 19 at 2:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.

Patsy Ann Benson (1939-2021)

Isabell&nbsp;Cervantez, age 63, of North Platte, passed away at Great Plains Health on November 15, 2021. Isabell was born to Jesse and Frances Cervantez on August 5, 1958, in Sutherland and grew up in Hershey. After graduating from Hershey High School, Isabell attended Mid-Plains Community College where she received her Optometric Assistant Certification. Isabell worked for Dr. John Dorwart at Shopko Optical, Dr. Mark Young, Dr. Tim Meyer and for Eye Care Specialists for many years until she retired. Isabell was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. She had lots of hobbies which included sewing and crafts. Isabell loved her family, especially her nieces and great-nieces, and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her father, Jesse. Isabell is survived by her mother, Frances Cervantez, of Hershey; sister, Lori Cervantez, of North Platte; brothers, John (Rosie) Rodriguez, of North Platte and Adolfo 'Rudy' (Beatrice) Rodriguez, of Oklahoma City, OK; her nieces, Priscilla (Derek) Voss, Stephanie Rodriguez (Mike Laack), Monica Rodriguez (Roberto Velazquez) and Natasha Martinez; great-nieces, Shayla, Jocylin, Annika, Ceven, Camila, Lola and Madelyn; her dog, Sandi; as well as many close family members. Cremation was chosen. Services will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with a Rosary at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church. Memorials are to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment Fund. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Isabell&nbsp;Cervantez, age 63, of North Platte, passed away at Great Plains Health on November 15, 2021. Isabell was born to Jesse and Frances Cervantez on August 5, 1958, in Sutherland and grew up in Hershey. After graduating from Hershey High School, Isabell attended Mid-Plains Community College where she received her Optometric Assistant Certification. Isabell worked for Dr. John Dorwart at Shopko Optical, Dr. Mark Young, Dr. Tim Meyer and for Eye Care Specialists for many years until she retired. Isabell was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. She had lots of hobbies which included sewing and crafts. Isabell loved her family, especially her nieces and great-nieces, and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her father, Jesse. Isabell is survived by her mother, Frances Cervantez, of Hershey; sister, Lori Cervantez, of North Platte; brothers, John (Rosie) Rodriguez, of North Platte and Adolfo 'Rudy' (Beatrice) Rodriguez, of Oklahoma City, OK; her nieces, Priscilla (Derek) Voss, Stephanie Rodriguez (Mike Laack), Monica Rodriguez (Roberto Velazquez) and Natasha Martinez; great-nieces, Shayla, Jocylin, Annika, Ceven, Camila, Lola and Madelyn; her dog, Sandi; as well as many close family members. Cremation was chosen. Services will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with a Rosary at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church. Memorials are to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment Fund. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Isabell Cervantez (1958-2021)

Mass of Christian Burial for James Sexson age 12 of Kilgore will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at 10:00 AM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.  Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel.  Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, Nov. 17th at 6:00 PM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.  Visitation will be at 5:00 PM MT prior to the rosary at the church In Nenzel.  James passed away on Nov. 14, 2021 in Omaha.  Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements

James Ryan Sexson was born February 16, 2009.&nbsp; He surprised us all with his arrival, bursting his way into this world after a long day of hauling cattle home from stalks.&nbsp; I drove all day on icy roads as a part of the hauling crew.&nbsp; I never suspected that, in the wee hours of the morning, I’d meet my cowboy, why would I?&nbsp; He was 5 weeks early, not due to arrive until March 17th.&nbsp; Uncle Bill was excited about James’s due date, as he’d have been born on Grandma Gertie’s birthday.&nbsp; That was Uncle Bill’s plan.&nbsp; James had a different plan; he was born through a placental abruption, an umbilical cord wrapped around his neck, and an emergency c-section, a miracle.&nbsp;

Aunt Dano was his angel that day, too, greeting him upon his arrival, the first to hold him and welcome him into this world. &nbsp;James and I “pulled through” with flying colors, neither realizing the depth of the situation.&nbsp; &nbsp;James was my cowboy from the start.&nbsp; I loved him the second I knew him, and not long after I met him, he became “Cowboy”.&nbsp; I was totally in love!!&nbsp; In my arms was a perfect little boy with the biggest brown eyes I’ve ever seen, eye lashes that went on for miles, and beautiful olive skin.&nbsp; You’d never have know his arrival was early, weighing in at 7lbs. 6 oz.&nbsp; He didn’t need extra care, no NICU or special meds.&nbsp; James was strong and healthy, and he had things to do.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy had the most adventurous little spirit.&nbsp; He was always moving, always learning, and always on the go.&nbsp; He had a stubborn streak; he got that from his dad 😊.&nbsp; He wasn’t afraid to let you know his thoughts, either with his words or his priceless expressions(those came from me) 😊. &nbsp;Cowboy has always been articulate.&nbsp; He walked into Uncle Bill’s kitchen one day, at a whopping two years old.&nbsp; Mom was baking, and James took a deep breath, breathed in, and announced, “Grammy, those cookies smell delicious!”&nbsp; We all stopped and smiled at his wondrous little two-year-old vocabulary.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy loved learning and had an amazing comprehension level.&nbsp; He soaked in every word, every piece of information he could find, especially about animals and science.&nbsp; He was pretty tough to beat at a game of Concentration.&nbsp; He could beat us just with his knowledge of fish species.&nbsp; Cowboy loved watching shows like Nat Geo, Marty Stauffer, and Wild Krats.&nbsp; He’d learn about some crazy species like a mud skipper or a flying fish and ask Aunt Dano to turn it into his birthday cake.&nbsp; She always delivered, even at the request of Little Foot, a long neck brontosaurus from one of his favorite movies.&nbsp; That cake was so cool!&nbsp; It was 3-D and standing on 4 legs.&nbsp; James beamed when he saw that cake!!&nbsp; Aunt Dano loved making him smile, even with his wild cake requests.&nbsp; She’d roll her eyes and through laughter tell me, “ Stop letting your kids watch National Geographic”, but she always delivered, always.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As Cowboy grew, so did his love for the outdoors.&nbsp; He loved to hunt!&nbsp; He’d go out before school, just in case there was a dove to shoot.&nbsp; James would gather his Chipper dog and shotgun and out the door they’d go.&nbsp; That dog was his pride and joy.&nbsp; He saved his own money to get her, and he worked hard to teach her to retrieve.&nbsp; She adored Cowboy, and loved the hunt as much as he did, doing her best to bring back whatever he shot:&nbsp; a dove, a pigeon, even his first turkey.&nbsp; Cowboy looked forward to deer hunting, too.&nbsp; He loved to spot deer, watch them move, and try to catch them on his game cams.&nbsp; He was so proud to tag his first deer.&nbsp; I will forever treasure that hunt with him, sitting with him and spotting his deer.&nbsp; He was so excited!!&nbsp; I had given him the go-ahead, “If you’re comfortable, take your shot.”&nbsp; Two seconds later, he squeezed the trigger. “I got him!! Come on, Mom!!”&nbsp; He’d made his shot, 352 yards, across a rolling flat at a buck walking through the trees.&nbsp; I could barely keep up with him, as we ran to get his deer.&nbsp; It was an amazing first hunt, a memory to treasure forever.&nbsp;

Sharing his love for hunting and the outdoors only deepened his passion.&nbsp; “It’s not fun to go by yourself, Mom.”&nbsp; And so, he’d drag Addie along to find a black bird, a pigeon, or a dove.&nbsp;&nbsp; They were fantastic hunting buddies, spending hours walking pastures.&nbsp; James made sure she enjoyed her first turkey hunt, and he was over-the-moon excited to be with Addie when she got her first deer.&nbsp; He told me when we were scouting for deer, “I don’t even care if I get a deer, Mom.&nbsp; I just want Addie to get hers”.&nbsp; He loves you dearly, Munch.&nbsp; He wanted you to have so much fun!&nbsp; He also cheered Rylie on when she shot her wall hanger last year.&nbsp; There wasn’t even a hint of disappointment when she bagged her buck, only true genuine happiness for her success.&nbsp; He was even more excited when Rylie decided she’d shoot trap.&nbsp; “She’s so good at everything she does”.&nbsp; He loved watching you play basketball and rope calves.&nbsp; He loves you so much, Roo.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy also loved fishing; it could have been on his schedule every day of the year!!&nbsp; Cowboy was so persistent when he got a idea in his head.&nbsp; He’d set up fishing plans or kayaking trips, and he was relentless in his requests, not letting up until we got to go.&nbsp; I’m so glad he did!&nbsp; He made sure we slowed down and took time for fun.&nbsp; We loved fishing with him!&nbsp; I have no doubt Uncle Bill will make sure those fishing trips still happen, and I’d imagine they’re chasing rabbits and pigeons, too.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maybe my favorite part of Cowboy, though, is the way he loved others.&nbsp; He lived to make people happy.&nbsp; Whether he was sharing a joke, stopping to visit with someone, or sharing a hug, he had time for everyone!&nbsp; It didn’t matter if you were two or ninety, if Cowboy could make you smile, he took time to make it happen.&nbsp; His gifts were for everyone.&nbsp; He loved Christmas shopping, too, picking a perfect gift, one that would inspire a smile, but it didn’t have to be Christmas to inspire his generosity.&nbsp; I don’t know how many times I received a gift just because he loved me, no other reason at all.&nbsp; I’m going to miss those gifts, expressions of his love.&nbsp; Cowboy loved sharing compliments.&nbsp; He had a knack for noticing someone else’s beauty and making sure he took time to tell them.&nbsp; He was never afraid to share a hug.&nbsp; We love that about him!&nbsp; We’re missing him so terribly, but as our hearts are breaking, there is peace in knowing that he is giving the greatest gift of all.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy loved an adventure.&nbsp; He was forever riding his dirt bike and trying new places to jump.&nbsp; He also loved football and was proud to be playing center for the Cowboys and starting Special Teams.&nbsp; Besides being a C-K Cowboy, he was a fantastic cowboy with his horse.&nbsp; He adored Doc, his high private when he started to rope, and he loved roping with his dad.&nbsp; Ryan shared his skill of roping and riding with Cowboy.&nbsp; Together, they won matching team roping buckles, treasures filled with memories and love.&nbsp; He was really looking forward to roping on Rocket, dragging calves to the fire and doctoring.&nbsp; Rocket was his buddy, and James did a pretty amazing job of starting him.&nbsp; He loved that horse, and was so proud to own him, and even more so to share him with others.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; James was such a special cowboy.&nbsp; He had a heart of gold, and he shared&nbsp; everything he had.&nbsp; Any time an opportunity arose, he was planning a family supper, having a stayover at Grammy and Grampy’s, or gearing up to celebrate a holiday.&nbsp; He had&nbsp; big plans of being a professional hunter, and he was working on his marksmanship, shooting .22, trap, and archery in 4-H.&nbsp; He loved shooting!&nbsp; The Cherry County Fair was one of his favorite events.&nbsp; Shooting sports, goats, dogs, horses, and poultry, he was excited for every class he entered!!&nbsp; He beamed when he won a grand champion, his hard work paying off, but he was equally excited when it was one of his friends.&nbsp; The 4-H ring will miss him, and we’ll miss seeing his smiling face as he worked for his purple ribbons.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; James shared a love of music with all of us.&nbsp; He loved to sing, and he loved all kinds of music:&nbsp; a little country, a little pop, some techno, and a touch of beat boxing😊.&nbsp; He was so excited to be starting percussion!&nbsp; His love for God shined through his love for music.&nbsp; After watching “God’s Not Dead” Cowboy, became a huge fan of the News Boys.&nbsp; He loved to turn them up and jam out on a trip to school or checking pastures.&nbsp; He could often be found singing, even when there was no music playing.&nbsp; “God’s Not Dead” also helped seal his faith in God.&nbsp; He was truly saved, and had no doubt in who his Savior was.&nbsp; James even shared his faith with his CCD class, telling them he knew God was real and he would never wonder again.&nbsp; I love that story!!!&nbsp; James is in Heaven with Jesus; there is no greater peace.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I could write for hours about Cowboy, our favorite little boy in the world, named after Grampy, me, and Ryan.&nbsp; He was such an incredible gift that will be treasured forever.&nbsp; He touched so many lives with gifts only he could give: &nbsp;his smile, his huge hugs, love that he shared with everyone, and in his final moments, life.&nbsp; God blessed us with his life, and there’ll never be another. We love you, Cowboy.&nbsp; We love you, always. ~Mom

I love you, even when you’re naughty. ~ Love, Dad

Everyone loves you, Cowboy!!&nbsp; Aunt Dano, your sisters, all of your family, your friends, your Sandhill’s family, your family from school, your football family, your hospital family, and from all over the world, your prayer warriors ~ the best kind.

Mass of Christian Burial for James Sexson age 12 of Kilgore will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at 10:00 AM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel.&nbsp; Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, Nov. 17th&nbsp;at 6:00 PM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 5:00 PM MT prior to the rosary at the church In Nenzel.&nbsp; James passed away on Nov. 14, 2021 in Omaha.&nbsp; Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements

Mass of Christian Burial for James Sexson age 12 of Kilgore will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at 10:00 AM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, Nov. 17th at 6:00 PM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel. Visitation will be at 5:00 PM MT prior to the rosary at the church In Nenzel. James passed away on Nov. 14, 2021 in Omaha. Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangementsCowboy’s StoryJames Ryan Sexson was born February 16, 2009.&nbsp; He surprised us all with his arrival, bursting his way into this world after a long day of hauling cattle home from stalks.&nbsp; I drove all day on icy roads as a part of the hauling crew.&nbsp; I never suspected that, in the wee hours of the morning, I’d meet my cowboy, why would I?&nbsp; He was 5 weeks early, not due to arrive until March 17th.&nbsp; Uncle Bill was excited about James’s due date, as he’d have been born on Grandma Gertie’s birthday.&nbsp; That was Uncle Bill’s plan.&nbsp; James had a different plan; he was born through a placental abruption, an umbilical cord wrapped around his neck, and an emergency c-section, a miracle.&nbsp;Aunt Dano was his angel that day, too, greeting him upon his arrival, the first to hold him and welcome him into this world. &nbsp;James and I “pulled through” with flying colors, neither realizing the depth of the situation.&nbsp; &nbsp;James was my cowboy from the start.&nbsp; I loved him the second I knew him, and not long after I met him, he became “Cowboy”.&nbsp; I was totally in love!!&nbsp; In my arms was a perfect little boy with the biggest brown eyes I’ve ever seen, eye lashes that went on for miles, and beautiful olive skin.&nbsp; You’d never have know his arrival was early, weighing in at 7lbs. 6 oz.&nbsp; He didn’t need extra care, no NICU or special meds.&nbsp; James was strong and healthy, and he had things to do.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy had the most adventurous little spirit.&nbsp; He was always moving, always learning, and always on the go.&nbsp; He had a stubborn streak; he got that from his dad 😊.&nbsp; He wasn’t afraid to let you know his thoughts, either with his words or his priceless expressions(those came from me) 😊. &nbsp;Cowboy has always been articulate.&nbsp; He walked into Uncle Bill’s kitchen one day, at a whopping two years old.&nbsp; Mom was baking, and James took a deep breath, breathed in, and announced, “Grammy, those cookies smell delicious!”&nbsp; We all stopped and smiled at his wondrous little two-year-old vocabulary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy loved learning and had an amazing comprehension level.&nbsp; He soaked in every word, every piece of information he could find, especially about animals and science.&nbsp; He was pretty tough to beat at a game of Concentration.&nbsp; He could beat us just with his knowledge of fish species.&nbsp; Cowboy loved watching shows like Nat Geo, Marty Stauffer, and Wild Krats.&nbsp; He’d learn about some crazy species like a mud skipper or a flying fish and ask Aunt Dano to turn it into his birthday cake.&nbsp; She always delivered, even at the request of Little Foot, a long neck brontosaurus from one of his favorite movies.&nbsp; That cake was so cool!&nbsp; It was 3-D and standing on 4 legs.&nbsp; James beamed when he saw that cake!!&nbsp; Aunt Dano loved making him smile, even with his wild cake requests.&nbsp; She’d roll her eyes and through laughter tell me, “ Stop letting your kids watch National Geographic”, but she always delivered, always.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As Cowboy grew, so did his love for the outdoors.&nbsp; He loved to hunt!&nbsp; He’d go out before school, just in case there was a dove to shoot.&nbsp; James would gather his Chipper dog and shotgun and out the door they’d go.&nbsp; That dog was his pride and joy.&nbsp; He saved his own money to get her, and he worked hard to teach her to retrieve.&nbsp; She adored Cowboy, and loved the hunt as much as he did, doing her best to bring back whatever he shot:&nbsp; a dove, a pigeon, even his first turkey.&nbsp; Cowboy looked forward to deer hunting, too.&nbsp; He loved to spot deer, watch them move, and try to catch them on his game cams.&nbsp; He was so proud to tag his first deer.&nbsp; I will forever treasure that hunt with him, sitting with him and spotting his deer.&nbsp; He was so excited!!&nbsp; I had given him the go-ahead, “If you’re comfortable, take your shot.”&nbsp; Two seconds later, he squeezed the trigger. “I got him!! Come on, Mom!!”&nbsp; He’d made his shot, 352 yards, across a rolling flat at a buck walking through the trees.&nbsp; I could barely keep up with him, as we ran to get his deer.&nbsp; It was an amazing first hunt, a memory to treasure forever.&nbsp;Sharing his love for hunting and the outdoors only deepened his passion.&nbsp; “It’s not fun to go by yourself, Mom.”&nbsp; And so, he’d drag Addie along to find a black bird, a pigeon, or a dove.&nbsp;&nbsp; They were fantastic hunting buddies, spending hours walking pastures.&nbsp; James made sure she enjoyed her first turkey hunt, and he was over-the-moon excited to be with Addie when she got her first deer.&nbsp; He told me when we were scouting for deer, “I don’t even care if I get a deer, Mom.&nbsp; I just want Addie to get hers”.&nbsp; He loves you dearly, Munch.&nbsp; He wanted you to have so much fun!&nbsp; He also cheered Rylie on when she shot her wall hanger last year.&nbsp; There wasn’t even a hint of disappointment when she bagged her buck, only true genuine happiness for her success.&nbsp; He was even more excited when Rylie decided she’d shoot trap.&nbsp; “She’s so good at everything she does”.&nbsp; He loved watching you play basketball and rope calves.&nbsp; He loves you so much, Roo.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy also loved fishing; it could have been on his schedule every day of the year!!&nbsp; Cowboy was so persistent when he got a idea in his head.&nbsp; He’d set up fishing plans or kayaking trips, and he was relentless in his requests, not letting up until we got to go.&nbsp; I’m so glad he did!&nbsp; He made sure we slowed down and took time for fun.&nbsp; We loved fishing with him!&nbsp; I have no doubt Uncle Bill will make sure those fishing trips still happen, and I’d imagine they’re chasing rabbits and pigeons, too.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Maybe my favorite part of Cowboy, though, is the way he loved others.&nbsp; He lived to make people happy.&nbsp; Whether he was sharing a joke, stopping to visit with someone, or sharing a hug, he had time for everyone!&nbsp; It didn’t matter if you were two or ninety, if Cowboy could make you smile, he took time to make it happen.&nbsp; His gifts were for everyone.&nbsp; He loved Christmas shopping, too, picking a perfect gift, one that would inspire a smile, but it didn’t have to be Christmas to inspire his generosity.&nbsp; I don’t know how many times I received a gift just because he loved me, no other reason at all.&nbsp; I’m going to miss those gifts, expressions of his love.&nbsp; Cowboy loved sharing compliments.&nbsp; He had a knack for noticing someone else’s beauty and making sure he took time to tell them.&nbsp; He was never afraid to share a hug.&nbsp; We love that about him!&nbsp; We’re missing him so terribly, but as our hearts are breaking, there is peace in knowing that he is giving the greatest gift of all.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cowboy loved an adventure.&nbsp; He was forever riding his dirt bike and trying new places to jump.&nbsp; He also loved football and was proud to be playing center for the Cowboys and starting Special Teams.&nbsp; Besides being a C-K Cowboy, he was a fantastic cowboy with his horse.&nbsp; He adored Doc, his high private when he started to rope, and he loved roping with his dad.&nbsp; Ryan shared his skill of roping and riding with Cowboy.&nbsp; Together, they won matching team roping buckles, treasures filled with memories and love.&nbsp; He was really looking forward to roping on Rocket, dragging calves to the fire and doctoring.&nbsp; Rocket was his buddy, and James did a pretty amazing job of starting him.&nbsp; He loved that horse, and was so proud to own him, and even more so to share him with others.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; James was such a special cowboy.&nbsp; He had a heart of gold, and he shared&nbsp; everything he had.&nbsp; Any time an opportunity arose, he was planning a family supper, having a stayover at Grammy and Grampy’s, or gearing up to celebrate a holiday.&nbsp; He had&nbsp; big plans of being a professional hunter, and he was working on his marksmanship, shooting .22, trap, and archery in 4-H.&nbsp; He loved shooting!&nbsp; The Cherry County Fair was one of his favorite events.&nbsp; Shooting sports, goats, dogs, horses, and poultry, he was excited for every class he entered!!&nbsp; He beamed when he won a grand champion, his hard work paying off, but he was equally excited when it was one of his friends.&nbsp; The 4-H ring will miss him, and we’ll miss seeing his smiling face as he worked for his purple ribbons.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; James shared a love of music with all of us.&nbsp; He loved to sing, and he loved all kinds of music:&nbsp; a little country, a little pop, some techno, and a touch of beat boxing😊.&nbsp; He was so excited to be starting percussion!&nbsp; His love for God shined through his love for music.&nbsp; After watching “God’s Not Dead” Cowboy, became a huge fan of the News Boys.&nbsp; He loved to turn them up and jam out on a trip to school or checking pastures.&nbsp; He could often be found singing, even when there was no music playing.&nbsp; “God’s Not Dead” also helped seal his faith in God.&nbsp; He was truly saved, and had no doubt in who his Savior was.&nbsp; James even shared his faith with his CCD class, telling them he knew God was real and he would never wonder again.&nbsp; I love that story!!!&nbsp; James is in Heaven with Jesus; there is no greater peace.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I could write for hours about Cowboy, our favorite little boy in the world, named after Grampy, me, and Ryan.&nbsp; He was such an incredible gift that will be treasured forever.&nbsp; He touched so many lives with gifts only he could give: &nbsp;his smile, his huge hugs, love that he shared with everyone, and in his final moments, life.&nbsp; God blessed us with his life, and there’ll never be another. We love you, Cowboy.&nbsp; We love you, always. ~MomI love you, even when you’re naughty. ~ Love, DadEveryone loves you, Cowboy!!&nbsp; Aunt Dano, your sisters, all of your family, your friends, your Sandhill’s family, your family from school, your football family, your hospital family, and from all over the world, your prayer warriors ~ the best kind.Mass of Christian Burial for James Sexson age 12 of Kilgore will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at 10:00 AM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel.&nbsp; Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, Nov. 17th&nbsp;at 6:00 PM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 5:00 PM MT prior to the rosary at the church In Nenzel.&nbsp; James passed away on Nov. 14, 2021 in Omaha.&nbsp; Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements

James Ryan Sexson (2009-2021)

Merle Charles Shelbourn, 75, passed away on November 12, 2021 at his home in Valentine, NE. Merle was born November 6, 1946 in Valentine, NE to Donald and Ida Rose (Hagedorn) Shelbourn. As a young boy, he grew up on the family ranch in South Dakota, seven miles north of Crookston, NE. Merle attended several small country schools and then graduated from Todd County High School in Mission, SD. He was especially proud of his football and pole vaulting medals in high school. In 1965, he married Sherry Turgeon. To this union two children were born, Scott and Kim. In August of 1984, Merle married Terri Fisher. Merle became a step-father to Eric and Ruthie. Merle began working for the Abbott Bank Group in 1966 and continued working in the banking business for 34 years. He started working in Mission for the Farmers State Bank, then transferred to Scottsbluff and finally to Valentine, NE. Merle moved back to the family ranch in 1978 and went into the ranching business with his father, while also taking a job with the Bank of Valentine. Merle and Terri purchased the family ranch after they got married and lived there until 2015 when Merle retired because of health reasons. In 2015, Merle and Terri purchased a house in Valentine. Merle loved being a rancher and especially loved riding horses and moving cattle. He said more than once – every man should have one good horse and one good dog. Merle had an exceptional buckskin horse named Buck – and buck he did!! Merle also had a devoted cow dog named Rascal who traveled with him everywhere, on horse and in pickup! Merle enjoyed working on the ranch with his son Scott and grandchildren Dewey and Ben. Merle was diagnosed with kidney failure in 1999 and received a kidney from his brother Jim Shelbourn on January 9, 2001 on Jim’s birthday at UNMC in Omaha, NE. Receiving Jim’s kidney gave Merle another 20 years of life, which he was so very grateful for. Merle also received a pancreas transplant in August 2001 which gave him 15 years of not being diabetic. Merle is survived by his wife, Terri of Valentine, NE. Son, Scott (Janet) Shelbourn of Lakeview, SD, daughter, Kim Vickroy of Chicago, Ill. Stepson, Eric Reese of Valentine, NE, and Stepdaughter, Ruthie (Wade) Tinant, of Phoenix, AZ. Brother, Jim(Janette) Shelbourn, of Lakeview, SD. Grandchildren, Mandi Painter of Valentine, NE, Dewey(Dawn) Shelbourn, of Lakeview, SD. Ben Shelbourn, of Bassett, NE. Mandy Painter, of Valentine NE. Jack and Julian Vickroy, of Chicago, Ill. And Charlee Suh Tinant, of Phoenix, AZ. He is also survived a very special Aunt, Mary Blake of Colorado, and three great grandchildren. Merle was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Ida Rose Shelbourn. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Cherry County Hospital Foundation, PO Box 410, Valentine, NE

Graveside service for Merle Shelbourn age 75 of Valentine will be held on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Mr. Shelbourn passed away on Nov. 12 at his home in Valentine. No Visitation will be held. Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements.

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 </figure>Merle Charles Shelbourn, 75, passed away on November 12, 2021 at his home in Valentine, NE. Merle was born November 6, 1946 in Valentine, NE to Donald and Ida Rose (Hagedorn) Shelbourn. As a young boy, he grew up on the family ranch in South Dakota, seven miles north of Crookston, NE. Merle attended several small country schools and then graduated from Todd County High School in Mission, SD. He was especially proud of his football and pole vaulting medals in high school. In 1965, he married Sherry Turgeon. To this union two children were born, Scott and Kim. In August of 1984, Merle married Terri Fisher. Merle became a step-father to Eric and Ruthie. Merle began working for the Abbott Bank Group in 1966 and continued working in the banking business for 34 years. He started working in Mission for the Farmers State Bank, then transferred to Scottsbluff and finally to Valentine, NE. Merle moved back to the family ranch in 1978 and went into the ranching business with his father, while also taking a job with the Bank of Valentine. Merle and Terri purchased the family ranch after they got married and lived there until 2015 when Merle retired because of health reasons. In 2015, Merle and Terri purchased a house in Valentine. Merle loved being a rancher and especially loved riding horses and moving cattle. He said more than once – every man should have one good horse and one good dog. Merle had an exceptional buckskin horse named Buck – and buck he did!! Merle also had a devoted cow dog named Rascal who traveled with him everywhere, on horse and in pickup! Merle enjoyed working on the ranch with his son Scott and grandchildren Dewey and Ben. Merle was diagnosed with kidney failure in 1999 and received a kidney from his brother Jim Shelbourn on January 9, 2001 on Jim’s birthday at UNMC in Omaha, NE. Receiving Jim’s kidney gave Merle another 20 years of life, which he was so very grateful for. Merle also received a pancreas transplant in August 2001 which gave him 15 years of not being diabetic. Merle is survived by his wife, Terri of Valentine, NE. Son, Scott (Janet) Shelbourn of Lakeview, SD, daughter, Kim Vickroy of Chicago, Ill. Stepson, Eric Reese of Valentine, NE, and Stepdaughter, Ruthie (Wade) Tinant, of Phoenix, AZ. Brother, Jim(Janette) Shelbourn, of Lakeview, SD. Grandchildren, Mandi Painter of Valentine, NE, Dewey(Dawn) Shelbourn, of Lakeview, SD. Ben Shelbourn, of Bassett, NE. Mandy Painter, of Valentine NE. Jack and Julian Vickroy, of Chicago, Ill. And Charlee Suh Tinant, of Phoenix, AZ. He is also survived a very special Aunt, Mary Blake of Colorado, and three great grandchildren. Merle was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Ida Rose Shelbourn. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Cherry County Hospital Foundation, PO Box 410, Valentine, NEGraveside service for Merle Shelbourn age 75 of Valentine will be held on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Mr. Shelbourn passed away on Nov. 12 at his home in Valentine. No Visitation will be held. Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements.

Merle Charles Shelbourn (1946-2021)

William “Bill” Richard Burt age 83 of the Oshkosh area passed away November 14, 2021, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Pastor John Parsons officiating. Burial will be in the Cedarview Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Research. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow/Arnold/Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Bill was born January 27, 1938, in Comstock, NE to Cecil Raymond Burt, Sr and Clarice Alice (Tabor) Burt.

Bill is survived by daughter Lorinda Price of Omaha, son Raymond Burt of David City, stepsons Gerald Henry of Omaha, and David Henry of Omaha, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and a brother Cecil Burt of Broken Bow.

Bill was preceded in death by parents Cecil and Clarice Burt, Sr, wife Francis, sister Alyce Finney, brother Oscar Burt, and son Brian Burt of his previous marriage.

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 </figure>William “Bill” Richard Burt age 83 of the Oshkosh area passed away November 14, 2021, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen, NE with Pastor John Parsons officiating. Burial will be in the Cedarview Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Research. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow/Arnold/Mullen are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Bill was born January 27, 1938, in Comstock, NE to Cecil Raymond Burt, Sr and Clarice Alice (Tabor) Burt.Bill is survived by daughter Lorinda Price of Omaha, son Raymond Burt of David City, stepsons Gerald Henry of Omaha, and David Henry of Omaha, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and a brother Cecil Burt of Broken Bow.Bill was preceded in death by parents Cecil and Clarice Burt, Sr, wife Francis, sister Alyce Finney, brother Oscar Burt, and son Brian Burt of his previous marriage.

Bill Burt (1938-2021)

Martha M. Smith of Cozad passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Meadowlark Pointe Assisted Living at the age of 93. It was Martha's wish to be cremated. Private family service will be held at a later date.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637077436079.jpeg" alt="Martha M. Smith" />
 <figcaption>Martha M. Smith</figcaption>
 </figure>Martha M. Smith of Cozad passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Meadowlark Pointe Assisted Living at the age of 93. It was Martha's wish to be cremated. Private family service will be held at a later date.

Martha M. Smith (1928-2021)

Harold R. Sizer age 80 of Ogallala passed away,  surround by his family on Friday,  November 12, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital.  The family chose cremation with a private family service to be held at a later date.  Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637077221094.jpeg" alt="Harold Sizer" />
 <figcaption>Harold Sizer</figcaption>
 </figure>Harold R. Sizer age 80 of Ogallala passed away, surround by his family on Friday, November 12, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital. The family chose cremation with a private family service to be held at a later date. Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Harold Roy Sizer (1940-2021)

Tatum Goodell, 24, of North Platte, went to be with her Heavenly Father, Saturday, November 13, 2021, as a result of a sudden illness.

She was born October 20, 1997, in North Platte, Nebraska to Christian Heil and John Goodell.&nbsp; Tatum attended Hall School and Stapleton school, where she graduated in 2016.&nbsp; She received her Associates of Art Degree from Mid Plains Community College and was close to receiving her bachelor’s degree from University Nebraska Kearney, where she was majoring in sociology and minoring in psychology.&nbsp; Her dream was to be a counselor so she could help others.&nbsp; She worked at the Garden Glove, Java Junction, Little Lamb Day Care, and most recently at the Coffee Bin.&nbsp; At each job Tatum made special friendships and wonderful memories.&nbsp; Tatum was truly one of the kindest souls to ever walk this earth. She had a special gift for listening and was always there for everyone. &nbsp;She lit up the room when she walked in with her amazing smile and her fun quirky personality.&nbsp; Tatum loved spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; Her nieces were so very special to her and she loved being with them. They absolutely adored her, too!&nbsp; She had such a strong faith and knew she would be welcome in Heaven with open arms.&nbsp; Tatum trusted in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.&nbsp; She attended church at North Platte Berean.&nbsp; Tatum loved music and belting songs out loud at any given time and loved getting in the car and going for drives.&nbsp; She had such a free spirit, loved so strongly and had such a unique style.&nbsp; She will be missed tremendously by those who loved her. Tatum is survived by her parents; Christian and RC Heil, John and Angela Goodell; sisters, Jordan, Charis and Ally Goodell; brothers, Lane Heil, Elijah and Andrew Goodell; grandparents, Pat and Paula Smith, Fred and Kathy Goodell, Randy and Ellen Heil, Terry Miller and Bill Wortman and Marlon and Vivian Berry; great-grandparents, Melba Billingsley and Jim Moore; aunts, Sunny (Corey) Crandall, Erin (Charley) Brown; uncles, Mike (Stephanie) Heil, Brett (Kate) Berry, Jason (Vanessa) Berry; cousins, Adam, Abbie Crandall, Jaydn, Justis, Jed Brown, McKenzie, Jasper, Eli Heil, Emmalynn, Max, Isabella Berry, Taeya, Brynn, Landry, Berry; two very special nieces Audrey and Addalyn, her dear friend and roommate Sarah Woodhead and her very sweet puppy, Daisy.&nbsp;

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 29:11

Celebration of Tatum’s wonderful life will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, November 18, 2021 at North Platte Berean Church with Rev. John Stone officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Visitation will be 3:00 – 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 17, family will be receiving friends from 5-7 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1637077109273.jpeg" alt="Tatum Goodell" />
 <figcaption>Tatum Goodell</figcaption>
 </figure>Tatum Goodell, 24, of North Platte, went to be with her Heavenly Father, Saturday, November 13, 2021, as a result of a sudden illness.She was born October 20, 1997, in North Platte, Nebraska to Christian Heil and John Goodell.&nbsp; Tatum attended Hall School and Stapleton school, where she graduated in 2016.&nbsp; She received her Associates of Art Degree from Mid Plains Community College and was close to receiving her bachelor’s degree from University Nebraska Kearney, where she was majoring in sociology and minoring in psychology.&nbsp; Her dream was to be a counselor so she could help others.&nbsp; She worked at the Garden Glove, Java Junction, Little Lamb Day Care, and most recently at the Coffee Bin.&nbsp; At each job Tatum made special friendships and wonderful memories.&nbsp; Tatum was truly one of the kindest souls to ever walk this earth. She had a special gift for listening and was always there for everyone. &nbsp;She lit up the room when she walked in with her amazing smile and her fun quirky personality.&nbsp; Tatum loved spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; Her nieces were so very special to her and she loved being with them. They absolutely adored her, too!&nbsp; She had such a strong faith and knew she would be welcome in Heaven with open arms.&nbsp; Tatum trusted in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.&nbsp; She attended church at North Platte Berean.&nbsp; Tatum loved music and belting songs out loud at any given time and loved getting in the car and going for drives.&nbsp; She had such a free spirit, loved so strongly and had such a unique style.&nbsp; She will be missed tremendously by those who loved her. Tatum is survived by her parents; Christian and RC Heil, John and Angela Goodell; sisters, Jordan, Charis and Ally Goodell; brothers, Lane Heil, Elijah and Andrew Goodell; grandparents, Pat and Paula Smith, Fred and Kathy Goodell, Randy and Ellen Heil, Terry Miller and Bill Wortman and Marlon and Vivian Berry; great-grandparents, Melba Billingsley and Jim Moore; aunts, Sunny (Corey) Crandall, Erin (Charley) Brown; uncles, Mike (Stephanie) Heil, Brett (Kate) Berry, Jason (Vanessa) Berry; cousins, Adam, Abbie Crandall, Jaydn, Justis, Jed Brown, McKenzie, Jasper, Eli Heil, Emmalynn, Max, Isabella Berry, Taeya, Brynn, Landry, Berry; two very special nieces Audrey and Addalyn, her dear friend and roommate Sarah Woodhead and her very sweet puppy, Daisy.&nbsp;“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 29:11Celebration of Tatum’s wonderful life will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, November 18, 2021 at North Platte Berean Church with Rev. John Stone officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Visitation will be 3:00 – 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 17, family will be receiving friends from 5-7 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

Tatum Suzanne Goodell (1997-2021)

Ronald Walter Missing “Moose”, 63 of North Platte, NE passed away November 12, 2021 at Great Plains Health. He was born on January 30, 1958 to Walter and Opal Missing.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ronald grew up in North Platte, Nebraska. He started working for the City of North Platte on September 27, 1976, where he painted street lines, made street signs, and also plowed snow. He retired on January 25, 2016. He enjoyed fishing, bargain hunting, drinking beer, and having a good time with his friends and family. He was a major sports fan who deeply loved the Huskers and collected baseball cards. He enjoyed his westerns and would always be listening to music, blaring it as loud as he could. There was never a dull moment when he was around. He always marched to the beat of his own drum. He will be remembered by his jokes, caring heart, and his stubbornness.&nbsp; Ronald is survived by his children, son Derrick (Kippy) Missing; daughter Kelly Missing; step son Joseph Gihon; grandchildren, Annika, Kendal, Sharlet, Joseph, Bentley, LeoVonni; half-brother Billy Hill; niece Cindy Hill Porter, nephew Douglas Bedwell, great nieces and nephews, and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Opal Missing, half-brothers Gary Hill and Dale hill, sister Kathy L. Missing, niece Debbie Hill. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, with Pastor Gary Smith officiating. Family burial will be held at later a later date at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Book signing will be 9-5, Friday. November 19 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held at Kelsey’s Bar after the service. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Ronald Missing</figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald Walter Missing “Moose”, 63 of North Platte, NE passed away November 12, 2021 at Great Plains Health. He was born on January 30, 1958 to Walter and Opal Missing.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ronald grew up in North Platte, Nebraska. He started working for the City of North Platte on September 27, 1976, where he painted street lines, made street signs, and also plowed snow. He retired on January 25, 2016. He enjoyed fishing, bargain hunting, drinking beer, and having a good time with his friends and family. He was a major sports fan who deeply loved the Huskers and collected baseball cards. He enjoyed his westerns and would always be listening to music, blaring it as loud as he could. There was never a dull moment when he was around. He always marched to the beat of his own drum. He will be remembered by his jokes, caring heart, and his stubbornness.&nbsp; Ronald is survived by his children, son Derrick (Kippy) Missing; daughter Kelly Missing; step son Joseph Gihon; grandchildren, Annika, Kendal, Sharlet, Joseph, Bentley, LeoVonni; half-brother Billy Hill; niece Cindy Hill Porter, nephew Douglas Bedwell, great nieces and nephews, and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Opal Missing, half-brothers Gary Hill and Dale hill, sister Kathy L. Missing, niece Debbie Hill. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, with Pastor Gary Smith officiating. Family burial will be held at later a later date at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Book signing will be 9-5, Friday. November 19 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements. A Celebration of Life will be held at Kelsey’s Bar after the service. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed via the Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page.

Ronald Walter Missing (1958-2021)

Jim Ferguson, 88, of Kearney, NE passed away on Veterans Day, Nov 11, 2021, fitting as he was very proud of his military service. Jim is survived by Edna, and five children: Brad (Judi) Ferguson, Dan (Peggy) Ferguson, Brenda (Chuck) Lawson, Barb Ferguson, and Deanna (Jim) Byrne, 17 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren, as well as his brother, Tom Ferguson.&nbsp; Jim was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Hazel Ferguson, sisters Bonnie Guilford and Shirley Wood, and his great grandson Ryan Stauffer. Jim graduated from Ansley High School in 1951 and joined the Air Force in 1952, serving in Korea and stoking his passion for flying. He married his high school sweetheart, Edna Mills, in 1953 and for the next 68 years they lived a full and adventurous life, dong it all side by side, hand in hand. Jim was born and raised on a Nebraska ranch and carried with him a lifelong love of farming and always had a garden. He joined the Air Force in 1952 and served as a flight engineer in Korea. After leaving the Air Force he obtained his pilot’s license and eventually his commercial and instructor’s ratings. These adventures were only preparing him for his true life’s work. Jim and Edna’s life changed forever in 1958 when they heard the good news that Jesus came to die for them and give them eternal life. They placed their faith in Christ and in Jim’s words “we were soon to see that God not only changed our lives, but also the direction of them.” Jim and Edna were introduced to the work of New Tribes Mission, an organization devoted to taking the gospel to people around the world who had never heard this good news before. Jim struggled to trust God to provide for his family if he became a missionary. One day he had a close call while flying a crop duster. He decided then if he was going to give his life, it was going to be serving the Lord and doing His will. That fall in 1966, Jim gave up flying and he and Edna moved to Pennsylvania to join New Tribes. In 1968, the Mission leaders approached Jim about starting a flight program training pilots for the field.&nbsp; He and Forest Estelle began building a hangar and praying, asking God to provide an airplane. God did provide, and for the next 30 years the man who gave up flying to serve God got to fly and train pilots all over the world. This included several years living with his family in the Philippines. When they returned to the US, Jim served in training and oversight of the flight program alongside many faithful men and women. Today the work goes on as Ethnos 360 Aviation and serves in 5 countries, flying planes and helicopters, helping carry the good news to those who have never heard of Jesus. Jim loved music and singing. He taught himself to play the saxophone, clarinet, ukulele, and banjo. Rarely was he without harmonica close to hand. Always the storyteller, he loved sharing tales and adventures, eventually writing many of them down in a biography titled, “To God Be the Glory”, after a favorite hymn. Jim said about his life, “If I had not obeyed that still, small voice one day, I would have missed out on all that I have seen the Lord do in so many lives and to see the transformation of people groups come out of darkness and into His marvelous light.” Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 1:00 pm at the Broken Bow Beran Bible Church in Broken Bow, NE with Chuck Lawson officiating. Burial will be in the Cumro - Box Elder Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to Ethnos 360 Aviation Fund. A visitation will be held on Monday, November 15th&nbsp;from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm with family greeting 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 <figcaption>Jim Ferguson</figcaption>
 </figure>Jim Ferguson, 88, of Kearney, NE passed away on Veterans Day, Nov 11, 2021, fitting as he was very proud of his military service. Jim is survived by Edna, and five children: Brad (Judi) Ferguson, Dan (Peggy) Ferguson, Brenda (Chuck) Lawson, Barb Ferguson, and Deanna (Jim) Byrne, 17 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren, as well as his brother, Tom Ferguson.&nbsp; Jim was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Hazel Ferguson, sisters Bonnie Guilford and Shirley Wood, and his great grandson Ryan Stauffer. Jim graduated from Ansley High School in 1951 and joined the Air Force in 1952, serving in Korea and stoking his passion for flying. He married his high school sweetheart, Edna Mills, in 1953 and for the next 68 years they lived a full and adventurous life, dong it all side by side, hand in hand. Jim was born and raised on a Nebraska ranch and carried with him a lifelong love of farming and always had a garden. He joined the Air Force in 1952 and served as a flight engineer in Korea. After leaving the Air Force he obtained his pilot’s license and eventually his commercial and instructor’s ratings. These adventures were only preparing him for his true life’s work. Jim and Edna’s life changed forever in 1958 when they heard the good news that Jesus came to die for them and give them eternal life. They placed their faith in Christ and in Jim’s words “we were soon to see that God not only changed our lives, but also the direction of them.” Jim and Edna were introduced to the work of New Tribes Mission, an organization devoted to taking the gospel to people around the world who had never heard this good news before. Jim struggled to trust God to provide for his family if he became a missionary. One day he had a close call while flying a crop duster. He decided then if he was going to give his life, it was going to be serving the Lord and doing His will. That fall in 1966, Jim gave up flying and he and Edna moved to Pennsylvania to join New Tribes. In 1968, the Mission leaders approached Jim about starting a flight program training pilots for the field.&nbsp; He and Forest Estelle began building a hangar and praying, asking God to provide an airplane. God did provide, and for the next 30 years the man who gave up flying to serve God got to fly and train pilots all over the world. This included several years living with his family in the Philippines. When they returned to the US, Jim served in training and oversight of the flight program alongside many faithful men and women. Today the work goes on as Ethnos 360 Aviation and serves in 5 countries, flying planes and helicopters, helping carry the good news to those who have never heard of Jesus. Jim loved music and singing. He taught himself to play the saxophone, clarinet, ukulele, and banjo. Rarely was he without harmonica close to hand. Always the storyteller, he loved sharing tales and adventures, eventually writing many of them down in a biography titled, “To God Be the Glory”, after a favorite hymn. Jim said about his life, “If I had not obeyed that still, small voice one day, I would have missed out on all that I have seen the Lord do in so many lives and to see the transformation of people groups come out of darkness and into His marvelous light.” Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 1:00 pm at the Broken Bow Beran Bible Church in Broken Bow, NE with Chuck Lawson officiating. Burial will be in the Cumro - Box Elder Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to Ethnos 360 Aviation Fund. A visitation will be held on Monday, November 15th&nbsp;from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm with family greeting 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Jim Ferguson (1933-2021)

Vera L. McCance of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Cozad Community Hospital at the age of 81. Vera was born January 22, 1940 at her family's home in Cozad, Nebraska to Merlin and Mildred (Warren) Earll. She attended rural schools near Gothenburg and Cozad. Vera married Dick Bullis in 1957 and had two children, Denise and Richie. In 1966, Vera married Richard McCance and had a son, Shawn. She was well known for her babysitting and ironing. Vera enjoyed watching football and cheering on her favorite teams, the Huskers and Dallas Cowboys. She loved music and singing. Church was important to Vera and she&nbsp; devoted much of her life in missionary work and serving funeral dinners at the church. Vera enjoyed spending time with family, playing cards, board games and spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved watching her family grow and welcomed new family members with open arms and an open heart. Vera was very humble, giving and willing to help anyone out in need and will be missed dearly by many family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Merlin Earll. Survivors include her husband, Richard McCance of Cozad; sister, Kathy Duyck of Longmont, CO; daughter Denise Bullis of Cozad; sons, Richie Bullis of Beatrice and Shawn McCance (Jennifer McCance) of Glenwood, IA; grandchildren, Ashly (Raff) Ducker and Brett of Lincoln, Brianna (McCance) Wisecup and Zach of Papillion, Brooke-Lynn (McCance) Rascon and Martin of Cozad and Destani McCance of Lexington; great grandchildren, Lilly, Layla and Linnea Rascon and Ali Wisecup; and numerous extended family.

Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be held Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cozad Christian Church with Pastor David Haynes officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation with family present will be Monday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1636995998825.jpeg" alt="Vera McCance" />
 <figcaption>Vera McCance</figcaption>
 </figure>Vera L. McCance of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Cozad Community Hospital at the age of 81. Vera was born January 22, 1940 at her family's home in Cozad, Nebraska to Merlin and Mildred (Warren) Earll. She attended rural schools near Gothenburg and Cozad. Vera married Dick Bullis in 1957 and had two children, Denise and Richie. In 1966, Vera married Richard McCance and had a son, Shawn. She was well known for her babysitting and ironing. Vera enjoyed watching football and cheering on her favorite teams, the Huskers and Dallas Cowboys. She loved music and singing. Church was important to Vera and she&nbsp; devoted much of her life in missionary work and serving funeral dinners at the church. Vera enjoyed spending time with family, playing cards, board games and spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved watching her family grow and welcomed new family members with open arms and an open heart. Vera was very humble, giving and willing to help anyone out in need and will be missed dearly by many family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Merlin Earll. Survivors include her husband, Richard McCance of Cozad; sister, Kathy Duyck of Longmont, CO; daughter Denise Bullis of Cozad; sons, Richie Bullis of Beatrice and Shawn McCance (Jennifer McCance) of Glenwood, IA; grandchildren, Ashly (Raff) Ducker and Brett of Lincoln, Brianna (McCance) Wisecup and Zach of Papillion, Brooke-Lynn (McCance) Rascon and Martin of Cozad and Destani McCance of Lexington; great grandchildren, Lilly, Layla and Linnea Rascon and Ali Wisecup; and numerous extended family.Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Services will be held Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cozad Christian Church with Pastor David Haynes officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation with family present will be Monday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home.

Vera L. McCance (1940-2021)

Services will be held at the Cozad United Methodist Church on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Doug Gahn officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to Central Plains Home Health &amp; Hospice in Cozad or Cozad United Methodist Church.&nbsp;

Harold A. Neill of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of 96. Harold was born in Pawnee City, Nebraska on August 15, 1925 to Everett and Esther (Peckham) Neill. He graduated from Barnston High School in 1943 and graduated from Northwestern University in 1946 while serving in the Navy. On August 30, 1947 he married Jacqueline Beisner in Lincoln, Nebraska. Harold and Jackie were blessed with all boys and enjoyed going to the boys’ sporting events.&nbsp; Harold loved being a salesman/manager for Butterfields, Coopers and Master Mix. When not on the road for work, he could be found playing cards with Ike Paulsen. Besides his love of cribbage, gin rummy, pinochle, and bridge, he was a passionate Husker fan. He loved being around people and never met a stranger. &nbsp;In retirement, to lose a few pounds, he walked all over Cozad.&nbsp; He didn’t coffee with other men, but he didn’t mind dropping in while they were working to visit. As age got the better of him and he couldn’t get out and about, Harold was glad to have visitors. You never left the house without him saying, “Come back when you can stay awhile.”&nbsp; Harold was preceded in death by his parents, sister Doris Sherer, and 2 brothers, Dean and Kenny Neill. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Jacqueline, brother David (Mary) Neill from Pawnee City, sister-in-law, Janice Peel of Indianapolis, and brother-in-law John (Char) Beisner of Ames, Iowa, 7 sons, Roger (Glenda) Neill of Cozad, Wade (Diane) Beisner of Orleans, David (Patti) Neill of Cozad, Eric (Diana) Beisner of Hastings, John (Marsha) Neill of Omaha, Patrick (Denise) Neill of Kearney and Michael (Debbie) Neill of Cozad, 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and friends.

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 <figcaption>Harold Neill</figcaption>
 </figure>Services will be held at the Cozad United Methodist Church on Monday, November 15, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Doug Gahn officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to Central Plains Home Health &amp; Hospice in Cozad or Cozad United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Harold A. Neill of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg at the age of 96. Harold was born in Pawnee City, Nebraska on August 15, 1925 to Everett and Esther (Peckham) Neill. He graduated from Barnston High School in 1943 and graduated from Northwestern University in 1946 while serving in the Navy. On August 30, 1947 he married Jacqueline Beisner in Lincoln, Nebraska. Harold and Jackie were blessed with all boys and enjoyed going to the boys’ sporting events.&nbsp; Harold loved being a salesman/manager for Butterfields, Coopers and Master Mix. When not on the road for work, he could be found playing cards with Ike Paulsen. Besides his love of cribbage, gin rummy, pinochle, and bridge, he was a passionate Husker fan. He loved being around people and never met a stranger. &nbsp;In retirement, to lose a few pounds, he walked all over Cozad.&nbsp; He didn’t coffee with other men, but he didn’t mind dropping in while they were working to visit. As age got the better of him and he couldn’t get out and about, Harold was glad to have visitors. You never left the house without him saying, “Come back when you can stay awhile.”&nbsp; Harold was preceded in death by his parents, sister Doris Sherer, and 2 brothers, Dean and Kenny Neill. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Jacqueline, brother David (Mary) Neill from Pawnee City, sister-in-law, Janice Peel of Indianapolis, and brother-in-law John (Char) Beisner of Ames, Iowa, 7 sons, Roger (Glenda) Neill of Cozad, Wade (Diane) Beisner of Orleans, David (Patti) Neill of Cozad, Eric (Diana) Beisner of Hastings, John (Marsha) Neill of Omaha, Patrick (Denise) Neill of Kearney and Michael (Debbie) Neill of Cozad, 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and friends.

Harold Allen Neill (1925-2021)

A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel. It was Florence's wish to be cremated, and will be interred at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Emerald Care Nursing &amp; Rehab or donor's choice. Florence Irene Oliver of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Emerald Care Nursing at the age of 89. Irene was born September 17, 1932 in Cozad, Nebraska to Lloyd and Florence (Glass) Griffith. She graduated from Cozad High School with the class of 1950 and was employed at the Cozad Community Hospital for several years before attending nursing school in Omaha. Following her schooling, she returned to Cozad for 2 years. In 1963, she moved to California where she was employed at the Los Angeles County General Hospital. In 1967, she moved to Hawaii. Irene married Thomas Oliver in 1974 and the couple lived in Hawaii, Panama and California. She returned to Cozad in 2005 to be close to family. Irene enjoyed golfing and spending time with her family. She loved watching sports and was an avid Husker fan. She was a member of the Cozad United Methodist Church and a volunteer for the American Red Cross. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tom; brothers, David Griffith and his wife Dianne and LaVern Griffith; sisters, Jeanette Lauer and Dorothy Mangis and great nephew, Scott Lauer. Survivors include sister in law, Kathy Griffith of North Platte; brother in laws, Robert Lauer of Gothenburg and Gale Mangis of Salisbury, NC; nephews, Scott Mangis, Steve Lauer, Daniel Lauer, Phillip Griffith and Paul Griffith; nieces Deb Linn, Sherri Stewart, Terri Commins, Angela Mueting, Suzanne Smaltz, Lori Dale, Suzanne King and Marcia Harnly; and numerous other relatives and friends.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Florence Oliver</figcaption>
 </figure>A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Berryman Funeral Home Chapel. It was Florence's wish to be cremated, and will be interred at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Emerald Care Nursing &amp; Rehab or donor's choice. Florence Irene Oliver of Cozad passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Emerald Care Nursing at the age of 89. Irene was born September 17, 1932 in Cozad, Nebraska to Lloyd and Florence (Glass) Griffith. She graduated from Cozad High School with the class of 1950 and was employed at the Cozad Community Hospital for several years before attending nursing school in Omaha. Following her schooling, she returned to Cozad for 2 years. In 1963, she moved to California where she was employed at the Los Angeles County General Hospital. In 1967, she moved to Hawaii. Irene married Thomas Oliver in 1974 and the couple lived in Hawaii, Panama and California. She returned to Cozad in 2005 to be close to family. Irene enjoyed golfing and spending time with her family. She loved watching sports and was an avid Husker fan. She was a member of the Cozad United Methodist Church and a volunteer for the American Red Cross. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tom; brothers, David Griffith and his wife Dianne and LaVern Griffith; sisters, Jeanette Lauer and Dorothy Mangis and great nephew, Scott Lauer. Survivors include sister in law, Kathy Griffith of North Platte; brother in laws, Robert Lauer of Gothenburg and Gale Mangis of Salisbury, NC; nephews, Scott Mangis, Steve Lauer, Daniel Lauer, Phillip Griffith and Paul Griffith; nieces Deb Linn, Sherri Stewart, Terri Commins, Angela Mueting, Suzanne Smaltz, Lori Dale, Suzanne King and Marcia Harnly; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Florence Irene Oliver (1932-2021)

ShariGay Sommer, 60, of Lexington, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at the Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington. Shari was born November 6, 1961, in Stoughton, Massachusetts, to Robert and Phyllis (Buxton) Carlson. At birth she weighed about 4 pounds. While at the hospital she lost a pound, but she survived through sheer stubbornness and determination; traits that she was known for throughout her life. Also she was born with hydrocephalus (water on the brain) which she dealt with her entire life. That didn’t stop her. She attended school in Brockton and graduated in 1979 from Brockton High School. Outside of school, in her youth, Shari was very active in her childhood church, South Congregational Church in Brockton.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1980, South Congregational Church and three other churches joined together and created the Christ Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. She was active in the newly formed church as well. She was often helping in the baby room or preschool rooms. On April 20, 1987, she was united in marriage to John Christian Sommer, and to this union two children were born: Stephanie and Matthew. The couple would later divorce. She was employed at Franklin Sports before giving birth to Steph while in Massachusetts. In 2009 Shari, her children, and her mother, Phyllis, moved to Lexington to be near family. In 2010 after living at Park Avenue for a few months, she entered Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington for the rest of her life. Shari loved coffee, and often the family could determine how she was feeling by figuring out if she was asking for her coffee. Another passion of hers while at the care home was Bingo. If Bingo was going on, she was there – no matter what else was going on. She also loved playing cards, cribbage, music, cats and all animals, and her granddaughters. Shari was also known for her orneriness and forward personality. And she never missed a church service (prior to COVID) at the care home – no matter the denomination. Survivors include her daughter, Steph, and husband Ethan Wenburg of Lexington, son, Matt Sommer of Lexington, two grandchildren: Serenity and Kira Wenburg, one brother, Bruce Carlson, and wife Dr. Fran Acosta-Carlson of Lexington. One nephew Seth Carlson and his children, Isabella, Quentin, Gabriella of Lexington, and Grant of Shelby. One niece Mindy (Carlson) Long, her husband, Mike, and their children Avery and Nolan of Cerulean, Kentucky. And extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Doug, a nephew, and a niece. Thursday, November 18, 2021, a celebration of life will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. The family has granted her wishes to be cremated. 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>ShariGay Sommer, 60, of Lexington, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at the Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington. Shari was born November 6, 1961, in Stoughton, Massachusetts, to Robert and Phyllis (Buxton) Carlson. At birth she weighed about 4 pounds. While at the hospital she lost a pound, but she survived through sheer stubbornness and determination; traits that she was known for throughout her life. Also she was born with hydrocephalus (water on the brain) which she dealt with her entire life. That didn’t stop her. She attended school in Brockton and graduated in 1979 from Brockton High School. Outside of school, in her youth, Shari was very active in her childhood church, South Congregational Church in Brockton.&nbsp;&nbsp; In 1980, South Congregational Church and three other churches joined together and created the Christ Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. She was active in the newly formed church as well. She was often helping in the baby room or preschool rooms. On April 20, 1987, she was united in marriage to John Christian Sommer, and to this union two children were born: Stephanie and Matthew. The couple would later divorce. She was employed at Franklin Sports before giving birth to Steph while in Massachusetts. In 2009 Shari, her children, and her mother, Phyllis, moved to Lexington to be near family. In 2010 after living at Park Avenue for a few months, she entered Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington for the rest of her life. Shari loved coffee, and often the family could determine how she was feeling by figuring out if she was asking for her coffee. Another passion of hers while at the care home was Bingo. If Bingo was going on, she was there – no matter what else was going on. She also loved playing cards, cribbage, music, cats and all animals, and her granddaughters. Shari was also known for her orneriness and forward personality. And she never missed a church service (prior to COVID) at the care home – no matter the denomination. Survivors include her daughter, Steph, and husband Ethan Wenburg of Lexington, son, Matt Sommer of Lexington, two grandchildren: Serenity and Kira Wenburg, one brother, Bruce Carlson, and wife Dr. Fran Acosta-Carlson of Lexington. One nephew Seth Carlson and his children, Isabella, Quentin, Gabriella of Lexington, and Grant of Shelby. One niece Mindy (Carlson) Long, her husband, Mike, and their children Avery and Nolan of Cerulean, Kentucky. And extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Doug, a nephew, and a niece. Thursday, November 18, 2021, a celebration of life will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating. The family has granted her wishes to be cremated. 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;

ShariGay Sommer (1961-2021)

Clifford Eugene Randel, age 82 of Indianola, NE passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at El Dorado Manor in Trenton, NE. Cliff was born on March 13, 1939 in McCook, NE to Leon Millard and Dorothy Lucia (McMillin) Randel.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm graduating from Red Willow High School in 1957.&nbsp; Cliff attended McCook Junior College graduating in 1959. On June 13, 1965, Cliff married Eileen Ruth Miller at the Culbertson Evangelical United Brethren Church.&nbsp; They worked side by side on their farm northeast of McCook.&nbsp; To this union were born, Michelle Lynn, Loretta Kay, and Brad Douglas.&nbsp; Cliff was a lifelong farmer and rancher who treasured his horses, took great care of his livestock, and enjoyed tending to his crops. Cliff liked competing in team penning, watching rodeos, and collecting antique John Deere tractors.&nbsp; He could often be found whistling his favorite hymns, country, or gospel music.&nbsp; Cliff sang tenor in the choir and with several quartets.&nbsp; He attended the Willow Christian Church in Indianola. Following the death of Eileen in 2006, Cliff married Diane Jo Cowden on August 23, 2008 in McCook, NE.&nbsp; Cliff was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Eileen; brothers-in-law Donald Miller, Robert Hesterwerth, Ray Bartusiak, and Roland Miller. Cliff is survived by his wife, Diane Randel of Indianola, NE; children Michelle and Dan Larington and Loretta and Brent Hauxwell of McCook, NE; &nbsp;Brad and Adrienne Randel of Indianola, NE; Grandchildren Sara, Jack, Emily and Kayla Loomis; Dane and Abby Larington; Kylee and Lexi Hauxwell; Addison, Ashlyn, and Aleigh Randel; brother, Raymond and Patsy Fisher of Indianola, NE; sisters-in-law Gwen Miller of Culbertson, NE; Joan Hesterwerth of McCook, NE; Lois Bartusiak of Littleton, CO; and Jeannette Miller of Culbertson, NE; Also surviving are Diane’s children Debra and Dave Easterla of Maryville, MO, Tracy and Kristine Williams and family Michael, Kelli, and Forest of Hamburg, IA, Franz and Barbara Cowden and family Anna and Emma of Riverton, IA, and Charles and Mollie Cowden of Gretna, NE. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to be designated at a later date. Visitation, with family greeting friends, will be held from 5-7PM on Monday, November 15, 2021 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook. A funeral service will be held at 2PM on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at McCook Christian Church with Pastor Clark Bates officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Indianola, NE.

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 </figure>Clifford Eugene Randel, age 82 of Indianola, NE passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at El Dorado Manor in Trenton, NE. Cliff was born on March 13, 1939 in McCook, NE to Leon Millard and Dorothy Lucia (McMillin) Randel.&nbsp; He grew up on the family farm graduating from Red Willow High School in 1957.&nbsp; Cliff attended McCook Junior College graduating in 1959. On June 13, 1965, Cliff married Eileen Ruth Miller at the Culbertson Evangelical United Brethren Church.&nbsp; They worked side by side on their farm northeast of McCook.&nbsp; To this union were born, Michelle Lynn, Loretta Kay, and Brad Douglas.&nbsp; Cliff was a lifelong farmer and rancher who treasured his horses, took great care of his livestock, and enjoyed tending to his crops. Cliff liked competing in team penning, watching rodeos, and collecting antique John Deere tractors.&nbsp; He could often be found whistling his favorite hymns, country, or gospel music.&nbsp; Cliff sang tenor in the choir and with several quartets.&nbsp; He attended the Willow Christian Church in Indianola. Following the death of Eileen in 2006, Cliff married Diane Jo Cowden on August 23, 2008 in McCook, NE.&nbsp; Cliff was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Eileen; brothers-in-law Donald Miller, Robert Hesterwerth, Ray Bartusiak, and Roland Miller. Cliff is survived by his wife, Diane Randel of Indianola, NE; children Michelle and Dan Larington and Loretta and Brent Hauxwell of McCook, NE; &nbsp;Brad and Adrienne Randel of Indianola, NE; Grandchildren Sara, Jack, Emily and Kayla Loomis; Dane and Abby Larington; Kylee and Lexi Hauxwell; Addison, Ashlyn, and Aleigh Randel; brother, Raymond and Patsy Fisher of Indianola, NE; sisters-in-law Gwen Miller of Culbertson, NE; Joan Hesterwerth of McCook, NE; Lois Bartusiak of Littleton, CO; and Jeannette Miller of Culbertson, NE; Also surviving are Diane’s children Debra and Dave Easterla of Maryville, MO, Tracy and Kristine Williams and family Michael, Kelli, and Forest of Hamburg, IA, Franz and Barbara Cowden and family Anna and Emma of Riverton, IA, and Charles and Mollie Cowden of Gretna, NE. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to be designated at a later date. Visitation, with family greeting friends, will be held from 5-7PM on Monday, November 15, 2021 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook. A funeral service will be held at 2PM on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at McCook Christian Church with Pastor Clark Bates officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Indianola, NE.

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