&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jose Luiz T. "Joe" Guerra, age 73, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on July 7, 2021 at home surrounded by family.&nbsp; He was born on January 3, 1948 to Elijio "David" and Mabel (Torres) Guerra in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joe grew up in North Platte and worked for various jobs in Nebraska and Colorado.&nbsp; He married Margarita Luna on January 21, 1967 in North Platte.&nbsp; He hired on at Union Pacific Railroad in 1967 with Maintenance of Way and worked for 33 years, retiring in 2001. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joe liked to go for drives in the canyons with family and friends.&nbsp; He always had a smile and a greeting for everyone he met.&nbsp; He always waved at everybody.&nbsp; He liked to spend time in the garage listening to music and watching people drive by.&nbsp; Joe loved cars and traveling to Cheyenne to see family every summer.&nbsp; He was a wonderful husband, father, and papa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Margarita 'Maggie' of North Platte, NE; children, Rudy (Melanie) Guerra of North Platte, NE, Edward (Connie) Guerra of Lincoln, NE, Teresa (Billy) Riley of North Platte, NE, and Leslie (Sonny) Morin of North Platte, NE; thirteen grandchildren, Presley Spudich, Alexander Guerra, T'ea Guerra, Angelina Guerra, Joshua Guerra, Caitlyn, Guerra, TeAnn Riley, Dezman Riley, Raymen Riley, Mariah Floyd, Santana Morin, Emiliano Morin, and Illiana Morin; seven great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Mila, Lumin, Mia, Ayzlee, Jenika, and Cameron; brother Lupe Guerra of Minneapolis, MN; and numerous other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents, Elijio 'David' &amp; Mabel (Torres) Gueerra; a grandson, Jaime; brother Cecil Guerra; sister, Delores Lane; and special person, "Brandon." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Plate, Nebraska with deacon Matt Irish officiating.&nbsp; Christian Wake Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jose Luiz T. "Joe" Guerra, age 73, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on July 7, 2021 at home surrounded by family.&nbsp; He was born on January 3, 1948 to Elijio "David" and Mabel (Torres) Guerra in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joe grew up in North Platte and worked for various jobs in Nebraska and Colorado.&nbsp; He married Margarita Luna on January 21, 1967 in North Platte.&nbsp; He hired on at Union Pacific Railroad in 1967 with Maintenance of Way and worked for 33 years, retiring in 2001. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joe liked to go for drives in the canyons with family and friends.&nbsp; He always had a smile and a greeting for everyone he met.&nbsp; He always waved at everybody.&nbsp; He liked to spend time in the garage listening to music and watching people drive by.&nbsp; Joe loved cars and traveling to Cheyenne to see family every summer.&nbsp; He was a wonderful husband, father, and papa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Margarita 'Maggie' of North Platte, NE; children, Rudy (Melanie) Guerra of North Platte, NE, Edward (Connie) Guerra of Lincoln, NE, Teresa (Billy) Riley of North Platte, NE, and Leslie (Sonny) Morin of North Platte, NE; thirteen grandchildren, Presley Spudich, Alexander Guerra, T'ea Guerra, Angelina Guerra, Joshua Guerra, Caitlyn, Guerra, TeAnn Riley, Dezman Riley, Raymen Riley, Mariah Floyd, Santana Morin, Emiliano Morin, and Illiana Morin; seven great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Mila, Lumin, Mia, Ayzlee, Jenika, and Cameron; brother Lupe Guerra of Minneapolis, MN; and numerous other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents, Elijio 'David' &amp; Mabel (Torres) Gueerra; a grandson, Jaime; brother Cecil Guerra; sister, Delores Lane; and special person, "Brandon." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, NE.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Plate, Nebraska with deacon Matt Irish officiating.&nbsp; Christian Wake Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Jose Luiz T. "Joe" Guerra  (1948-2021)

Elizabeth Jean Berke, age 88, ended her journey peacefully on July 6, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth was born the second of four children to Arthur and Irma (Randall) Brown on July 15, 1932 in the Long Pine, Nebraska hospital. She grew up on the family ranch south of Long Pine. She attended grades 1-8 at country school District 2 a mile away, then graduated from Long Pine High School in 1949.&nbsp; She started school early so she could accompany her older sister, Dee, because her parents told her that Dee was afraid to walk to school alone because of bird tracks. She always wondered if that was true.

She taught country school for 2 years at Buffalo Flats, and a year at Duffy School, then attended Teacher’s College at UNL for two years. She received a provisional teaching certificate and taught Kindergarten at Lexington, Nebraska for two years, where she met Glenn Berke at a square dance club.

She married Glenn on May 26, 1957 and they made their home on the family farm. They celebrated their 56th&nbsp;wedding anniversary in 2013 just prior to Glenn’s death in August, 2013.

She was a lifelong learner, from community college classes to crossword puzzles to TV quiz shows Chain Reaction and Mastermind. She was a cook and baker, and many people received “treats” from her. She loved to can and entered in the Eustis Fair and Corn Show in Eustis, Nebraska every year from 1957 until 2013 and chaired the department for many years.

She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, teaching Sunday School for many years, a member of the Faith Circle, and led a serving group. She sewed quilts every year for missions.

She volunteered with Meals on Wheels in Eustis prior to having the Senior Center and volunteered for over 20 years for Dawson County Crisis Line. An avid reader, she was a regular at the Cozad Library and exercised weekly at rehabilitation therapy at the Cozad Hospital for over 20 years. Her doctor told her rehab not only saved her life but extended it. Not able to be in rehab the last few years, she rode the stationary bike every night after dinner at Emerald Care in Cozad, Nebraska where she lived the last years of her life.

She was preceded in death by husband, Glenn; infant daughter, Diane; sister Deloris Borg; brothers Arthur Brown, Jr. and Donald Brown; and granddaughter, Esther Berke.

Elizabeth is survived by children Debra Berke (John Roberts) of Newark, Delaware, Terry (Sarah) Berke of Zamora, California, and Susan Berke of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren Daniel Berke, Abigail (Dooba) Ebensteiner, and Joel and Jonathan Berke; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on July 16, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Eustis, Nebraska.

Memorials are suggested to Wilson Public Library, Cozad Hospital/Rehab or Dawson County Crisis Line.

Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Elizabeth Jean Berke, age 88, ended her journey peacefully on July 6, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;Elizabeth was born the second of four children to Arthur and Irma (Randall) Brown on July 15, 1932 in the Long Pine, Nebraska hospital. She grew up on the family ranch south of Long Pine. She attended grades 1-8 at country school District 2 a mile away, then graduated from Long Pine High School in 1949.&nbsp; She started school early so she could accompany her older sister, Dee, because her parents told her that Dee was afraid to walk to school alone because of bird tracks. She always wondered if that was true.She taught country school for 2 years at Buffalo Flats, and a year at Duffy School, then attended Teacher’s College at UNL for two years. She received a provisional teaching certificate and taught Kindergarten at Lexington, Nebraska for two years, where she met Glenn Berke at a square dance club.She married Glenn on May 26, 1957 and they made their home on the family farm. They celebrated their 56th&nbsp;wedding anniversary in 2013 just prior to Glenn’s death in August, 2013.She was a lifelong learner, from community college classes to crossword puzzles to TV quiz shows Chain Reaction and Mastermind. She was a cook and baker, and many people received “treats” from her. She loved to can and entered in the Eustis Fair and Corn Show in Eustis, Nebraska every year from 1957 until 2013 and chaired the department for many years.She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, teaching Sunday School for many years, a member of the Faith Circle, and led a serving group. She sewed quilts every year for missions.She volunteered with Meals on Wheels in Eustis prior to having the Senior Center and volunteered for over 20 years for Dawson County Crisis Line. An avid reader, she was a regular at the Cozad Library and exercised weekly at rehabilitation therapy at the Cozad Hospital for over 20 years. Her doctor told her rehab not only saved her life but extended it. Not able to be in rehab the last few years, she rode the stationary bike every night after dinner at Emerald Care in Cozad, Nebraska where she lived the last years of her life.She was preceded in death by husband, Glenn; infant daughter, Diane; sister Deloris Borg; brothers Arthur Brown, Jr. and Donald Brown; and granddaughter, Esther Berke.Elizabeth is survived by children Debra Berke (John Roberts) of Newark, Delaware, Terry (Sarah) Berke of Zamora, California, and Susan Berke of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren Daniel Berke, Abigail (Dooba) Ebensteiner, and Joel and Jonathan Berke; and many nieces and nephews.A memorial service will be held on July 16, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Eustis, Nebraska.Memorials are suggested to Wilson Public Library, Cozad Hospital/Rehab or Dawson County Crisis Line.Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Elizabeth Jean Berke  (1932-2021)

Phyllis R. Grine, age 93, formerly of Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania died peacefully April 6, 2020, in the Hanna Healthcare Center at Longwood at Oakmont in Verona, Pennsylvania.

Born in McCook, Nebraska, she was the only child of Frederick and Edith Rutt. Phyllis was a 1945 graduate of McCook High School and went on to become a registered medical technologist. For many years, she worked in Tarentum with Associates in Internal Medicine. Phyllis was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Tarentum.

Phyllis was an avid cook, famous for her holiday cookies. The Valley Daily News, now the Valley News Dispatch, published numerous articles over the years about Phyllis and her cooking. She took cooking classes from Chef Ferdinand Metz at H. J. Heinz and also studied Chinese cooking with Anna Kao in Fox Chapel. Phyllis traveled to Italy, where she was a student of Lorenza De Medici at Badia a Coltibuono, and attended cooking school in Ireland at Ballymaloe House. Phyllis was a part-owner in the former gourmet food enterprise, Hagerman &amp; Medgus. She was also an avid gardener, well known for her bounty of fresh herbs which she generously shared with friends.

Phyllis also earned a license in real estate and worked briefly during the early 1970s as a realtor with Loynd and Lindquist in Tarentum. She was a former member of the Petal and Twig Garden Club, the Tarentum Book Club, the Oakmont Garden Club and Eastern Star. She was a former member of the Brackenridge Heights Country Club, and Oakmont Country Club.

Phyllis and her husband, Edward A. Grine, Jr., loved driving trips around the country. At one point, they spent three months driving every highway in Alaska in their camper van. Together, they traveled the globe.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; her granddaughter, Christine Elizabeth Brown; and by her husband of 57 years.

She is survived by her son, Frederick E. Grine (Sandra Waddacor) of Shoreham, New York; and by her daughter, Nancy Grine Brown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Phyllis R. Grine, age 93, formerly of Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania died peacefully April 6, 2020, in the Hanna Healthcare Center at Longwood at Oakmont in Verona, Pennsylvania.Born in McCook, Nebraska, she was the only child of Frederick and Edith Rutt. Phyllis was a 1945 graduate of McCook High School and went on to become a registered medical technologist. For many years, she worked in Tarentum with Associates in Internal Medicine. Phyllis was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Tarentum.Phyllis was an avid cook, famous for her holiday cookies. The Valley Daily News, now the Valley News Dispatch, published numerous articles over the years about Phyllis and her cooking. She took cooking classes from Chef Ferdinand Metz at H. J. Heinz and also studied Chinese cooking with Anna Kao in Fox Chapel. Phyllis traveled to Italy, where she was a student of Lorenza De Medici at Badia a Coltibuono, and attended cooking school in Ireland at Ballymaloe House. Phyllis was a part-owner in the former gourmet food enterprise, Hagerman &amp; Medgus. She was also an avid gardener, well known for her bounty of fresh herbs which she generously shared with friends.Phyllis also earned a license in real estate and worked briefly during the early 1970s as a realtor with Loynd and Lindquist in Tarentum. She was a former member of the Petal and Twig Garden Club, the Tarentum Book Club, the Oakmont Garden Club and Eastern Star. She was a former member of the Brackenridge Heights Country Club, and Oakmont Country Club.Phyllis and her husband, Edward A. Grine, Jr., loved driving trips around the country. At one point, they spent three months driving every highway in Alaska in their camper van. Together, they traveled the globe.Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; her granddaughter, Christine Elizabeth Brown; and by her husband of 57 years.She is survived by her son, Frederick E. Grine (Sandra Waddacor) of Shoreham, New York; and by her daughter, Nancy Grine Brown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.A graveside memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook, Nebraska.

Phyllis R. Grine (age 93)

Bessie A. Broeder, age 89, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on July 10, 2021 in North Platte surrounded by family.

She was born on December 20, 1931 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Edward and Silva (Kirkpatrick) Rodewald.

Bessie was raised on a cattle ranch in the Sandhills south of Seneca, Nebraska with her siblings Evelyn, Dae, Don, Grace and Leland. She attended on horseback, a country elementary school near the ranch. During her teen years, she lived in Seneca and attended the High School, graduating with the class of 1949.

She married Kenneth Broeder on August 24, 1950 at North Platte, Nebraska, and to this union 4 children were born.

Bessie enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, yearly trips to Alaska and also gardening.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Kenneth Broeder in 1985 and Rusty Walker in 2008; parents, Edward &amp; Silva Rodewald; sisters, Evelyn, Dae and Grace; brothers, Don and Leland; and her &nbsp;grandson, Ryne Hoaglund.

Survivors include her children, Richard Broeder (Karla Ducker), Judy (John) Kramer, Gary (Crystal) Broeder and Joni (Tom) Hoaglund; grandchildren, Ed Broeder, Sue Broeder, Kerissa (Jason) Steinshouer, Brent (Kim) Kramer, Kendy (Steve) Walker, Halee (Greg) Lovvorn, Kale (Cam) Broeder, Lacee Broeder (Andy Bebernes), Margaux Hoaglund (Mathew Pagano), Madalyn Hoaglund, Levi Hoaglund and Cherish Hoaglund; 24 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other family members.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NEbraska with Chaplain Ned Cooper officiating. Visitation will be Monday, July 12 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte. Burial will be in the North Platte City Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Seneca Cemetery. 

The service will be live-streamed via Carpenter Chapel’s Facebook page.&nbsp;

Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;

Carpenter Memorial Chapel on North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements. 

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 </figure>Bessie A. Broeder, age 89, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on July 10, 2021 in North Platte surrounded by family.She was born on December 20, 1931 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Edward and Silva (Kirkpatrick) Rodewald.Bessie was raised on a cattle ranch in the Sandhills south of Seneca, Nebraska with her siblings Evelyn, Dae, Don, Grace and Leland. She attended on horseback, a country elementary school near the ranch. During her teen years, she lived in Seneca and attended the High School, graduating with the class of 1949.She married Kenneth Broeder on August 24, 1950 at North Platte, Nebraska, and to this union 4 children were born.Bessie enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, yearly trips to Alaska and also gardening.She was preceded in death by her husbands, Kenneth Broeder in 1985 and Rusty Walker in 2008; parents, Edward &amp; Silva Rodewald; sisters, Evelyn, Dae and Grace; brothers, Don and Leland; and her &nbsp;grandson, Ryne Hoaglund.Survivors include her children, Richard Broeder (Karla Ducker), Judy (John) Kramer, Gary (Crystal) Broeder and Joni (Tom) Hoaglund; grandchildren, Ed Broeder, Sue Broeder, Kerissa (Jason) Steinshouer, Brent (Kim) Kramer, Kendy (Steve) Walker, Halee (Greg) Lovvorn, Kale (Cam) Broeder, Lacee Broeder (Andy Bebernes), Margaux Hoaglund (Mathew Pagano), Madalyn Hoaglund, Levi Hoaglund and Cherish Hoaglund; 24 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other family members.Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NEbraska with Chaplain Ned Cooper officiating. Visitation will be Monday, July 12 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte. Burial will be in the North Platte City Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the Seneca Cemetery. The service will be live-streamed via Carpenter Chapel’s Facebook page.&nbsp;Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.&nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel on North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Bessie A. Broeder  (1931-2021)

A Celebration of Life Service for Blake Whitson, age 38, a Maxwell, NE resident and formerly of Burns Flat, OK, will be held 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in the Burns Flat School Gymnasium in Burns Flat, OK. The service will be officiated by T.C. Perkins and Earl Stephenson and under the direction of the Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home. Blake Allyn Whitson was born December 22, 1982, to Lonnie Dewayne Whitson and Kathy Irene (Bodine) Whitson in Weatherford, OK and passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 7, 2021, in Monahans, TX. Blake was raised in Burns Flat, OK. He attended school and graduated from Burns Flat High School in 2002. Blake was an outstanding athlete, playing football, basketball, baseball, golf and ran track. In addition, he was active in FFA. Blake attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, OK before entering the Oil and Gas Industry, in which he traveled internationally for his profession. Blake met the love of his life, Michelle Diane Boeshart and they married on July 26, 2014, in Maxwell, NE. In 2016 they made Maxwell, NE their home. He was a devoted father to his three daughters, Bentli, Demi and Kit. Blake had a deep love for his family and cherished the time they spent together. Blake was a rare combination of someone who had a love of living life to the fullest and a firm understanding of what was important. He had a contagious personality and a sense of humor that lit up any room. Blake had the uncanny ability to find happiness in all life circumstances. The simplest pleasures in life brought him great joy, as Blake loved to hunt and fish, as well as had a passion for ranching. Blake is survived by his wife, Michelle and three daughters, Bentli, Demi and Kit, all of the Nebraska home; his parents, Lonnie and Kathy Whitson, Clinton, OK; brother, Brock Whitson and wife, Kasey, Thomas, OK; paternal grandmother, Betty Whitson, Elk City, OK.&nbsp; He is also survived by a nephew, Knox Whitson and numerous cousins and other family. Blake left his earthly home a loved and cherished man.

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 </figure>A Celebration of Life Service for Blake Whitson, age 38, a Maxwell, NE resident and formerly of Burns Flat, OK, will be held 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in the Burns Flat School Gymnasium in Burns Flat, OK. The service will be officiated by T.C. Perkins and Earl Stephenson and under the direction of the Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home. Blake Allyn Whitson was born December 22, 1982, to Lonnie Dewayne Whitson and Kathy Irene (Bodine) Whitson in Weatherford, OK and passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 7, 2021, in Monahans, TX. Blake was raised in Burns Flat, OK. He attended school and graduated from Burns Flat High School in 2002. Blake was an outstanding athlete, playing football, basketball, baseball, golf and ran track. In addition, he was active in FFA. Blake attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, OK before entering the Oil and Gas Industry, in which he traveled internationally for his profession. Blake met the love of his life, Michelle Diane Boeshart and they married on July 26, 2014, in Maxwell, NE. In 2016 they made Maxwell, NE their home. He was a devoted father to his three daughters, Bentli, Demi and Kit. Blake had a deep love for his family and cherished the time they spent together. Blake was a rare combination of someone who had a love of living life to the fullest and a firm understanding of what was important. He had a contagious personality and a sense of humor that lit up any room. Blake had the uncanny ability to find happiness in all life circumstances. The simplest pleasures in life brought him great joy, as Blake loved to hunt and fish, as well as had a passion for ranching. Blake is survived by his wife, Michelle and three daughters, Bentli, Demi and Kit, all of the Nebraska home; his parents, Lonnie and Kathy Whitson, Clinton, OK; brother, Brock Whitson and wife, Kasey, Thomas, OK; paternal grandmother, Betty Whitson, Elk City, OK.&nbsp; He is also survived by a nephew, Knox Whitson and numerous cousins and other family. Blake left his earthly home a loved and cherished man.

Blake Whitson (1982-2021)

Miranda Hull, age 65, of Gurley, Nebraska passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, in Sidney, Nebraska.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MST on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Chappell, Nebraska.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 12:15 p.m. MST at the Chappell Cemetery.

Memorials in Miranda’s name can be made to the family for later designation.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell, Nebrasla is serving the Hull family.

Miranda was born in Sidney, Nebraska on November 27, 1955 to Marion and Francis Hull.&nbsp; She spent her childhood years in Chappell, Nebraska with her mother and her sisters.&nbsp; Miranda graduated high school, got married and raised a family.&nbsp; Miranda had three children with Lenny Daniels.&nbsp; She would later go on to be married two more times.

Miranda had many jobs in her lifetime.&nbsp; She was immensely proud that she graduated from nursing school and worked at several nursing homes as a CNA.&nbsp; Her passion was helping the elderly.&nbsp; She was happiest when working as a CNA.&nbsp;

Miranda had a love for horses and the Native American culture.&nbsp; She collected many paintings and pictures of horses and Native Americans in headdress.&nbsp; She was very fond of the artwork from her grand-daughter, Regan Fuller.&nbsp;

Miranda had spent the last few years of her life retired.&nbsp; She spent her time making crafts and enjoyed talking on the phone with her grandchildren, Anthony and Tara.&nbsp; She enjoyed her trips out to Alabama to see them.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Anthony; and her great aunt.

She is survived by her children: Jamie Daniels, Robin Fuller, and Amanda Demet; her sisters: Stephanie Hanway and her husband Stacy, Cynthia Dill and her husband John, and Celeste Baker and her husband Brad; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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 </figure>Miranda Hull, age 65, of Gurley, Nebraska passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, in Sidney, Nebraska.A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MST on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at the Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home in Chappell, Nebraska.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 12:15 p.m. MST at the Chappell Cemetery.Memorials in Miranda’s name can be made to the family for later designation.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell, Nebrasla is serving the Hull family.Miranda was born in Sidney, Nebraska on November 27, 1955 to Marion and Francis Hull.&nbsp; She spent her childhood years in Chappell, Nebraska with her mother and her sisters.&nbsp; Miranda graduated high school, got married and raised a family.&nbsp; Miranda had three children with Lenny Daniels.&nbsp; She would later go on to be married two more times.Miranda had many jobs in her lifetime.&nbsp; She was immensely proud that she graduated from nursing school and worked at several nursing homes as a CNA.&nbsp; Her passion was helping the elderly.&nbsp; She was happiest when working as a CNA.&nbsp;Miranda had a love for horses and the Native American culture.&nbsp; She collected many paintings and pictures of horses and Native Americans in headdress.&nbsp; She was very fond of the artwork from her grand-daughter, Regan Fuller.&nbsp;Miranda had spent the last few years of her life retired.&nbsp; She spent her time making crafts and enjoyed talking on the phone with her grandchildren, Anthony and Tara.&nbsp; She enjoyed her trips out to Alabama to see them.She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Anthony; and her great aunt.She is survived by her children: Jamie Daniels, Robin Fuller, and Amanda Demet; her sisters: Stephanie Hanway and her husband Stacy, Cynthia Dill and her husband John, and Celeste Baker and her husband Brad; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Miranda Hull  (1955-2021-)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard Alton "Bernie"&nbsp; Beckius, age 73, a Keystone, Nebraska resident, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard was born August 20, 1947, in North Platte, Nebraska to Henry and Wilma Z. (Seckman) Beckius of Keystone, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He attended grade school in Keystone and graduated with the class of 1966 in Ogallala, Nebraska. He attended the Farm and Ranch short course at the University of Nebraska. He enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard on September 20, 1967 and was discharged on September 19, 1973. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On October 6, 1968 Bernard was united in marriage to Cheryl Russell at Ogallala United Methodist Church. The couple resided at Brule, Nebraska where he worked for Ballentine Brothers Inc., moving to rural Ogallala where he worked for Carson and Rod Smith Farms, and then moving into Ogallala where he worked for Dale’s Locker, purchasing Dale’s Locker in 1991 and operated it until 2003 at which time he moved back to the family ranch at Keystone, Nebraska and continued ranching until the time of his death.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enjoyed working, dancing, and playing pitch which he was known to have shot the moon to win the game. He enjoyed good times with family and friends and was able to pass the time with anyone.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was a member of Ogallala United Methodist Church. Past Worshipful Master of Ogallala Masonic Lodge #159 A.F. &amp; A. M. and Past Worthy Patron of Ogallala Chapter # 142 Order of the Eastern Star. He was a member of Ogallala Moose Lodge # 1624 and past President of the Nebraska Meat Locker Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a collector of Hesston (National Rodeo Finals) Belt Buckles. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard is survived by his loving wife,&nbsp; Cheryl; his daughters and their Husbands: Christine and Will McKnight of Keystone, Nebraska and Carrie and Dan Knapp of Paxton, Nebraska; daughter- in-Law Teri (Jake) Elmshaeuser of Ogallala, Nebraska and daughters Cody (Jared) Hartman, Jaycee McKnight, Jessica Beckius and Grandson Cole Beckius and step-grandson Donald Wells; great-grandchildren Boyd and Madelyn Hartman; and step Great granddaughter Anna Keith; sisters Annette (Phil) Calkins of Grant, Nebraska and Carolyn Ballentine of Imperial, Nebraska; sisters-in-laws Gloria Beckius of Holyoke, Colorado and Dianne (Orv) Wiberg of Ord, Nebraska; special friend and nephew Galen Styskal of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and many other nieces &amp; nephews, along with extended family members and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his son, Justin Beckius; his parents Henry and Wilma Z. Beckius; his parent-in-laws Dale and Ruth Russell; his brother Don Beckius; brother-in-law Dayton Ballentine; niece Shelly Hatch; and son-in-law Robert Ware. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Monday, July 12, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. MST with family greeting friends and family from 4 to 6 p.m. MST at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel, Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. MST at the Untied Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Rev. Chuck Rager officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Post 303 Paxton American Legion, Keystone Lemoyne Volunteer Fire Department, United Methodist Church of Ogallala or OES Star Dogs of Nebraska Inc.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;. by clicking on the share a memory button. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be live streamed from www.methodistchurchogallala.com&nbsp;and posted online. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard Alton "Bernie"&nbsp; Beckius, age 73, a Keystone, Nebraska resident, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard was born August 20, 1947, in North Platte, Nebraska to Henry and Wilma Z. (Seckman) Beckius of Keystone, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He attended grade school in Keystone and graduated with the class of 1966 in Ogallala, Nebraska. He attended the Farm and Ranch short course at the University of Nebraska. He enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard on September 20, 1967 and was discharged on September 19, 1973. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On October 6, 1968 Bernard was united in marriage to Cheryl Russell at Ogallala United Methodist Church. The couple resided at Brule, Nebraska where he worked for Ballentine Brothers Inc., moving to rural Ogallala where he worked for Carson and Rod Smith Farms, and then moving into Ogallala where he worked for Dale’s Locker, purchasing Dale’s Locker in 1991 and operated it until 2003 at which time he moved back to the family ranch at Keystone, Nebraska and continued ranching until the time of his death.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He enjoyed working, dancing, and playing pitch which he was known to have shot the moon to win the game. He enjoyed good times with family and friends and was able to pass the time with anyone.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was a member of Ogallala United Methodist Church. Past Worshipful Master of Ogallala Masonic Lodge #159 A.F. &amp; A. M. and Past Worthy Patron of Ogallala Chapter # 142 Order of the Eastern Star. He was a member of Ogallala Moose Lodge # 1624 and past President of the Nebraska Meat Locker Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a collector of Hesston (National Rodeo Finals) Belt Buckles. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bernard is survived by his loving wife,&nbsp; Cheryl; his daughters and their Husbands: Christine and Will McKnight of Keystone, Nebraska and Carrie and Dan Knapp of Paxton, Nebraska; daughter- in-Law Teri (Jake) Elmshaeuser of Ogallala, Nebraska and daughters Cody (Jared) Hartman, Jaycee McKnight, Jessica Beckius and Grandson Cole Beckius and step-grandson Donald Wells; great-grandchildren Boyd and Madelyn Hartman; and step Great granddaughter Anna Keith; sisters Annette (Phil) Calkins of Grant, Nebraska and Carolyn Ballentine of Imperial, Nebraska; sisters-in-laws Gloria Beckius of Holyoke, Colorado and Dianne (Orv) Wiberg of Ord, Nebraska; special friend and nephew Galen Styskal of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and many other nieces &amp; nephews, along with extended family members and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his son, Justin Beckius; his parents Henry and Wilma Z. Beckius; his parent-in-laws Dale and Ruth Russell; his brother Don Beckius; brother-in-law Dayton Ballentine; niece Shelly Hatch; and son-in-law Robert Ware. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Monday, July 12, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. MST with family greeting friends and family from 4 to 6 p.m. MST at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel, Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. MST at the Untied Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Rev. Chuck Rager officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Post 303 Paxton American Legion, Keystone Lemoyne Volunteer Fire Department, United Methodist Church of Ogallala or OES Star Dogs of Nebraska Inc.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;. by clicking on the share a memory button. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be live streamed from www.methodistchurchogallala.com&nbsp;and posted online. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

Bernard Alton "Bernie" Beckius  (1947-2021)

Scott Eugene Tabke, age 65, of North Platte, Nebraska on passed away July 8, 2021 at his home. He was born on June 10, 1956 in North Platte to Durward and Dorothy (Swedberg) Tabke.

Scott graduated from Maxwell High School with the Class of 1974 and then graduated from Mid Plains Community College in the HVAC Program.

On May 29, 1977, Scott married the love of his life, Vicki Rene Woltemath. The couple made their home in North Platte and to this union two daughters were born. Scott hired on at UPFE in 1977 as a carman and then moved to Pocatello, Idaho in 1993 when he became a manager. In 2005 they moved back to North Platte where he continued to work for UPFE, becoming highly respected by the employees he managed. In 2010 they moved to Florida to enjoy the sunshine and family, until they moved back to North Platte again in December 2015.

Scott was an excellent grandfather and he enjoyed snow skiing, riding his Harley, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed and appreciated simple things in life like yard work, being honest and working hard to provide for his family. Scott also loved his job at UPFE and all his co-workers there.

Survivors include his wife Vicki of North Platte, Nebraska; children, April (Brian) Dilley of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Molly (Josh) Harm of North Platte, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Brayden Dilley, Zoey Dilley, Hennley Harm, Monroe Harm, Evvie Harm, and Reese Harm; brother, Stacy Tabke of North Platte, Nebraska; and several other family members and many friends.

Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Durward and Dorothy.

Scott loved his family and his grandkids more than anything. Any memorial in his memory can be donated to the North Platte Community Build Playground at&nbsp;<a href="http://webuildnp.org/">webuildnp.org</a>&nbsp;.

Services will be held on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. 

Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Scott Eugene Tabke, age 65, of North Platte, Nebraska on passed away July 8, 2021 at his home. He was born on June 10, 1956 in North Platte to Durward and Dorothy (Swedberg) Tabke.Scott graduated from Maxwell High School with the Class of 1974 and then graduated from Mid Plains Community College in the HVAC Program.On May 29, 1977, Scott married the love of his life, Vicki Rene Woltemath. The couple made their home in North Platte and to this union two daughters were born. Scott hired on at UPFE in 1977 as a carman and then moved to Pocatello, Idaho in 1993 when he became a manager. In 2005 they moved back to North Platte where he continued to work for UPFE, becoming highly respected by the employees he managed. In 2010 they moved to Florida to enjoy the sunshine and family, until they moved back to North Platte again in December 2015.Scott was an excellent grandfather and he enjoyed snow skiing, riding his Harley, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed and appreciated simple things in life like yard work, being honest and working hard to provide for his family. Scott also loved his job at UPFE and all his co-workers there.Survivors include his wife Vicki of North Platte, Nebraska; children, April (Brian) Dilley of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Molly (Josh) Harm of North Platte, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Brayden Dilley, Zoey Dilley, Hennley Harm, Monroe Harm, Evvie Harm, and Reese Harm; brother, Stacy Tabke of North Platte, Nebraska; and several other family members and many friends.Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Durward and Dorothy.Scott loved his family and his grandkids more than anything. Any memorial in his memory can be donated to the North Platte Community Build Playground at&nbsp;<a href="http://webuildnp.org/">webuildnp.org</a>&nbsp;.Services will be held on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Scott Eugene Tabke  (1956-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;David P. Nelson, age 73, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 10, 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. MST at New Hope Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Pastor Eric Wait officiating.&nbsp; No inurnment is planned. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial book signing will be on Thursday, July 15, 2021 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. MST at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;David P. Nelson, age 73, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 10, 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. MST at New Hope Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Pastor Eric Wait officiating.&nbsp; No inurnment is planned. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial book signing will be on Thursday, July 15, 2021 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. MST at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

David P. Nelson  (1947-2021)

Lawrence P. “Bud” Heitz, age 92, of Sargent, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Broken Bow, Nebraska.

Bud Heitz was born November 18, 1928 in a two story log cabin on the Log Ranch at Callaway, Nebraska to Vanner and Stella (Perrill) Heitz. He graduated from Oconto High School on May 16, 1946.&nbsp; On May 27, 1946 he joined the United States Navy.&nbsp; He served on the battleship, the USS Missouri in the Atlantic Ocean. His duties on the ship included Fire Control, setting coordinates for the 16” big guns, along with the testing of the guns daily. &nbsp;

He lived most all his life in Custer County, Nebraska. He had a lifelong love of horses and cattle which led to Bud spending most of his life as a ranch or farm manager in the Sandhills of Nebraska and in Custer County. He was able to own Black Angus cattle and registered Quarter Horses. When he retired to town, he took up carpentry and also found a hobby working with wood, creating all manner of projects.&nbsp; His knowledge of ranch and farm haying with horses and old-time hay equipment led him to create wooden miniatures of this equipment. With the knowledge of old-time haying and his miniatures, he was able to add a contribution to the book “A Farm Country Haying” by Gordon &amp; Nancy Fredrickson. &nbsp;He enjoyed reading, jigsaw and Sudoku puzzles the last few years of his life.

On September 19, 1952, he married Fern E. Caywood of Broken Bow, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born: 3 girls and 1 boy.&nbsp; Also for several years his niece, Jill (Schoolcraft) Wood, made her home with the Heitz family. He accepted Christ as his Savior on January 9, 1955.&nbsp;

Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Fern; sons-in-law Keith Jones and Willie Holloway; his sisters and brother.

He is survived by daughters Terry Jones of Ansley, NE, Holly Holloway-Holmen of Wisconsin, and Wanda (Bob) Drake of Lincoln, NE; and one son, Joel Heitz of Cozad, NE.&nbsp;He was blessed with 6 grandchildren: Christopher (Heather) Jones, Jeff (Melanie) Jones, Elizabeth (Ryan) Anderson, Tyler Holloway, Travis (Gina Kay) Holloway, and Drew Holloway.&nbsp;He had 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Korben, Brooklynn, and Parker Jones, Addie and Finley Jones, Vivienne Holloway, Evan, Oliver, and Eliza Holloway; 2 step-great grandchildren: Brianna and Aaron Glendy; sisters-in-law: Dorothea Heitz-Kenagy, Eleanor (Bob) Lafler, and Eileen Muich; brothers-in-law James (Virginia) Caywood and John Amsberry; niece Donna Jean (Duane) Beck; special friends, Ken and Ramona Spray; and other extended family members and friends.

Memorial/Celebration Service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery, Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the family, to be designated later.

Arrangements provided by Govier Brothers Mortuary and Crematory of Broken Bow, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Lawrence P. “Bud” Heitz, age 92, of Sargent, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Broken Bow, Nebraska.Bud Heitz was born November 18, 1928 in a two story log cabin on the Log Ranch at Callaway, Nebraska to Vanner and Stella (Perrill) Heitz. He graduated from Oconto High School on May 16, 1946.&nbsp; On May 27, 1946 he joined the United States Navy.&nbsp; He served on the battleship, the USS Missouri in the Atlantic Ocean. His duties on the ship included Fire Control, setting coordinates for the 16” big guns, along with the testing of the guns daily. &nbsp;He lived most all his life in Custer County, Nebraska. He had a lifelong love of horses and cattle which led to Bud spending most of his life as a ranch or farm manager in the Sandhills of Nebraska and in Custer County. He was able to own Black Angus cattle and registered Quarter Horses. When he retired to town, he took up carpentry and also found a hobby working with wood, creating all manner of projects.&nbsp; His knowledge of ranch and farm haying with horses and old-time hay equipment led him to create wooden miniatures of this equipment. With the knowledge of old-time haying and his miniatures, he was able to add a contribution to the book “A Farm Country Haying” by Gordon &amp; Nancy Fredrickson. &nbsp;He enjoyed reading, jigsaw and Sudoku puzzles the last few years of his life.On September 19, 1952, he married Fern E. Caywood of Broken Bow, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born: 3 girls and 1 boy.&nbsp; Also for several years his niece, Jill (Schoolcraft) Wood, made her home with the Heitz family. He accepted Christ as his Savior on January 9, 1955.&nbsp;Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Fern; sons-in-law Keith Jones and Willie Holloway; his sisters and brother.He is survived by daughters Terry Jones of Ansley, NE, Holly Holloway-Holmen of Wisconsin, and Wanda (Bob) Drake of Lincoln, NE; and one son, Joel Heitz of Cozad, NE.&nbsp;He was blessed with 6 grandchildren: Christopher (Heather) Jones, Jeff (Melanie) Jones, Elizabeth (Ryan) Anderson, Tyler Holloway, Travis (Gina Kay) Holloway, and Drew Holloway.&nbsp;He had 9 great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Korben, Brooklynn, and Parker Jones, Addie and Finley Jones, Vivienne Holloway, Evan, Oliver, and Eliza Holloway; 2 step-great grandchildren: Brianna and Aaron Glendy; sisters-in-law: Dorothea Heitz-Kenagy, Eleanor (Bob) Lafler, and Eileen Muich; brothers-in-law James (Virginia) Caywood and John Amsberry; niece Donna Jean (Duane) Beck; special friends, Ken and Ramona Spray; and other extended family members and friends.Memorial/Celebration Service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery, Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the family, to be designated later.Arrangements provided by Govier Brothers Mortuary and Crematory of Broken Bow, Nebraska.

Lawrence P. "Bud" Heitz  (1928-2021)

Robert “Bob” McEntee, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 with his family by his side.

Bob was born November 3, 1939 in Ravenna, NE, the son of Robert and Neat McEntee. He spent most of his younger life in Ogallala, NE.

On May 9, 1959, he was united in marriage to MaryAnn Washa in Julesburg, CO.

In his early years, Bob farmed in the North Platte and Ogallala area, worked for the State of Nebraska Department of Roads and then in 1969 went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) as a carman.&nbsp; After retiring he worked part time for Gary's Super Foods.

Bob was a member of the Eagles Club and a 4H leader for several years. He loved boating, fishing, auctions, and garage sales, as well as enjoying Professional Bull Riding and attending rodeos.&nbsp; He also enjoyed going to Casinos.&nbsp; His deepest passion was cheering on his grandkids as they participated in sports and activities and loved getting together with family.&nbsp; He never met a stranger.

He is survived by his loving wife of over 61 years, MaryAnn; daughter, Debbie (Dave) Giesenhagen of North Platte, NE; son, J.R. (Tina Scott) McEntee of Lander, WY; and son-in-law, Mark Bauder of Sterling, CO; grandchildren, Chad (Krista) Bauder, Chelsey (Jacob) Lehmkuhl, Stacy (Herbie) Nauer, Seth and Anthony McEntee, Kevin (Jazz) Scott; 7 great grandchildren; brother, Tom (Ronna) McEntee; sisters, Linda (Mike) Tuttle, Margaret Ann Pollock and Timmie (Bill Zeiss) Bishop; brother-in-law, Charles (Connie) Washa; sister-in-law, Pauline (Loren) Railsback; and his four-legged friend, Cali.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Robert &amp; Neat McEntee; daughter, Carrie Ann Bauder; sisters, Sarah Bloomberg and Jenny West; brother, Dennis McEntee; mother and father-in-law, John &amp; Ruthcile Washa; and brother-in-law, Johnny Washa.

Book signing will be on Monday, July 13 and Tuesday, July 14, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time on July 17, 2021 at the Ogallala City Cemetery, Ogallala, Nebraska.

Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center. 

Online condolences can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. 

Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Robert “Bob” McEntee, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 with his family by his side.Bob was born November 3, 1939 in Ravenna, NE, the son of Robert and Neat McEntee. He spent most of his younger life in Ogallala, NE.On May 9, 1959, he was united in marriage to MaryAnn Washa in Julesburg, CO.In his early years, Bob farmed in the North Platte and Ogallala area, worked for the State of Nebraska Department of Roads and then in 1969 went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) as a carman.&nbsp; After retiring he worked part time for Gary's Super Foods.Bob was a member of the Eagles Club and a 4H leader for several years. He loved boating, fishing, auctions, and garage sales, as well as enjoying Professional Bull Riding and attending rodeos.&nbsp; He also enjoyed going to Casinos.&nbsp; His deepest passion was cheering on his grandkids as they participated in sports and activities and loved getting together with family.&nbsp; He never met a stranger.He is survived by his loving wife of over 61 years, MaryAnn; daughter, Debbie (Dave) Giesenhagen of North Platte, NE; son, J.R. (Tina Scott) McEntee of Lander, WY; and son-in-law, Mark Bauder of Sterling, CO; grandchildren, Chad (Krista) Bauder, Chelsey (Jacob) Lehmkuhl, Stacy (Herbie) Nauer, Seth and Anthony McEntee, Kevin (Jazz) Scott; 7 great grandchildren; brother, Tom (Ronna) McEntee; sisters, Linda (Mike) Tuttle, Margaret Ann Pollock and Timmie (Bill Zeiss) Bishop; brother-in-law, Charles (Connie) Washa; sister-in-law, Pauline (Loren) Railsback; and his four-legged friend, Cali.Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Robert &amp; Neat McEntee; daughter, Carrie Ann Bauder; sisters, Sarah Bloomberg and Jenny West; brother, Dennis McEntee; mother and father-in-law, John &amp; Ruthcile Washa; and brother-in-law, Johnny Washa.Book signing will be on Monday, July 13 and Tuesday, July 14, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska.Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time on July 17, 2021 at the Ogallala City Cemetery, Ogallala, Nebraska.Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center. Online condolences can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Robert 'Bob' Wayne McEntee (1939-2020)

Kathryn L. Lessig, age 85, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away peacefully with her husband, Don, by her side on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in Lexington.

Kathryn was born January 28, 1936 in Lexington to Henry and Susie (Thinnes) Gruntorad. She attended Overton High School and graduated with the class of 1953. On October 5, 1968 Kathryn married Don Lessig at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington. The couple were blessed with one son, Matthew John.

The couple made their home in Lexington, NE where she worked for Northwestern Telephone Company for twenty years, she always considered this to be her favorite job. The couple then opened Lessig’s Tots &amp; Teens which they operated for twenty-three years. Kathryn then worked at the Sixth Street Food Store and Tysons retiring in 2011.

Family was a very important part of Kathryn’s life as was the St. Ann’s Catholic Church where she served on various committees.

She Loved to bake, her runzas, cinnamon rolls and kolaches were her favorites. She enjoyed her coffee times with her friends at A&amp;D Café as well as making trips to casinos.

Kathryn is survived by her husband, Don, of Lexington, Nebraska; one son, Matthew, and wife Deanna, of Overton, Nebraska; grandchildren Vicktoria, Elizabeth, Kathleen, Johnathan, Alexis, Trinedy &amp; Jaxson; great- granddaughters, Kinleigh, Gracie and Jailee. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

Kathyrn is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Robert, Henry, Joseph, Francis, Ervin and Donald; as well as a sister, Agnes.

Visitation will be held Friday, July 9, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.

A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverend Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp;Inurnment will be held in the St. Ann’s Cemetery in Lexington.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting reynoldslovefunerahome.com

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 </figure>Kathryn L. Lessig, age 85, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away peacefully with her husband, Don, by her side on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 in Lexington.Kathryn was born January 28, 1936 in Lexington to Henry and Susie (Thinnes) Gruntorad. She attended Overton High School and graduated with the class of 1953. On October 5, 1968 Kathryn married Don Lessig at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington. The couple were blessed with one son, Matthew John.The couple made their home in Lexington, NE where she worked for Northwestern Telephone Company for twenty years, she always considered this to be her favorite job. The couple then opened Lessig’s Tots &amp; Teens which they operated for twenty-three years. Kathryn then worked at the Sixth Street Food Store and Tysons retiring in 2011.Family was a very important part of Kathryn’s life as was the St. Ann’s Catholic Church where she served on various committees.She Loved to bake, her runzas, cinnamon rolls and kolaches were her favorites. She enjoyed her coffee times with her friends at A&amp;D Café as well as making trips to casinos.Kathryn is survived by her husband, Don, of Lexington, Nebraska; one son, Matthew, and wife Deanna, of Overton, Nebraska; grandchildren Vicktoria, Elizabeth, Kathleen, Johnathan, Alexis, Trinedy &amp; Jaxson; great- granddaughters, Kinleigh, Gracie and Jailee. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.Kathyrn is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Robert, Henry, Joseph, Francis, Ervin and Donald; as well as a sister, Agnes.Visitation will be held Friday, July 9, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverend Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp;Inurnment will be held in the St. Ann’s Cemetery in Lexington.Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting reynoldslovefunerahome.com

Kathryn L. Lessig  (1936-2021)

John Dutton Osler was born June 26, 1927, on his grandfather Joseph Osler’s homestead 9 miles south of Elsie, Nebraska. John passed away July 5, 2021. He had recently turned 94 years of age. His parents were Frank and Bertha Osler. John had 3 sisters (Katherine, Barbara and Dorothy) and 2 brothers (Frank and Robert) all of which preceded him in death. In 1936, he moved with his family to the place south of the Blanche Cemetery. He attended the Blanche School and later graduated from Chase County High School in 1944. John was drafted into the Army in 1945 and was discharged in 1946 with the rank of sergeant. John continued his education at the University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy. While at the university, he was a member of the Innocents Society, Corn Cobs (the crop judging team) competing in Kansas City and Chicago, Alpha Zeta, Gamma Sigma Delta and Alpha Gamma Rho Social Fraternity. John was inducted into the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement in 1972. In November of 1949 he married Joan Ruth Fredrickson in Valley, Nebraska. They set up housekeeping in Wauneta, Nebraska, where John taught a Veterans’ Ag class for 3 years. In 1953 they moved to the farm where he was born. They lived there for 28 years. They had one of the first irrigation wells in this upland location and were able to help develop certified grass seed production on a commercial basis. Five children came to live with them at this location, Susan Kay (Steve) Hanson, Scott Edward (Debra) Osler, Douglas Robert (Jody) Osler, William Frank (Gail) Osler, and Amy Joan (Clark) Hemje. In 1982, John and Joan moved to Imperial, Nebraska where they enjoyed activities at the Methodist Church and square dancing. John was active in Masons for over 70 years and also in Lions for many years. John had a great love of history and spent many hours working at the Chase County Museum and at the Blanche Cemetery. John and Joan resided in the Imperial Heights when Joan passed away in 2016. John has enjoyed the staff’s care and companionship at the Heights and the Manor. John especially loved spending time with his children and following the activities of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his children&nbsp;Susan (Steve) Hanson of Elsie, Nebraska,&nbsp; Scott (Debbi) Osler of Elsie, Nebraska,&nbsp;Doug (Jody) Osler of North Platte, Nebraska,&nbsp;Bill (Gail) Osler of Aurora, Colorado, and&nbsp;Amy (Clark) Hemje of Adams, Nebraska;&nbsp;8 grandchildren: Nick Hanson and Laura (Hanson) Barrett, Michael Osler, Chris Osler and Sally (Osler) Andersen and Victoria Osler, Amanda (Osler) Frickey and Josie Osler;&nbsp;8 great-grandchildren: Ryleigh, Max and Bradley Hanson, Mason and Sam Barrett, Brynlee Osler, Harrison Osler and Violet Andersen; and his&nbsp; brother-in-law Phil Fredrickson and wife Hedy of Seattle, Washington. Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 12, 2021, 9:30 A.M. (MST) at the First United Methodist Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Blanche Cemetery, rural Elsie, Nebraska. No visitation, John chose cremation. Memorials in John’s memory have been suggested to the Osler Family for a designation to the Chase County Museum or the Blanche Cemetery. On line condolences maybe left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>John Dutton Osler was born June 26, 1927, on his grandfather Joseph Osler’s homestead 9 miles south of Elsie, Nebraska. John passed away July 5, 2021. He had recently turned 94 years of age. His parents were Frank and Bertha Osler. John had 3 sisters (Katherine, Barbara and Dorothy) and 2 brothers (Frank and Robert) all of which preceded him in death. In 1936, he moved with his family to the place south of the Blanche Cemetery. He attended the Blanche School and later graduated from Chase County High School in 1944. John was drafted into the Army in 1945 and was discharged in 1946 with the rank of sergeant. John continued his education at the University of Nebraska and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy. While at the university, he was a member of the Innocents Society, Corn Cobs (the crop judging team) competing in Kansas City and Chicago, Alpha Zeta, Gamma Sigma Delta and Alpha Gamma Rho Social Fraternity. John was inducted into the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement in 1972. In November of 1949 he married Joan Ruth Fredrickson in Valley, Nebraska. They set up housekeeping in Wauneta, Nebraska, where John taught a Veterans’ Ag class for 3 years. In 1953 they moved to the farm where he was born. They lived there for 28 years. They had one of the first irrigation wells in this upland location and were able to help develop certified grass seed production on a commercial basis. Five children came to live with them at this location, Susan Kay (Steve) Hanson, Scott Edward (Debra) Osler, Douglas Robert (Jody) Osler, William Frank (Gail) Osler, and Amy Joan (Clark) Hemje. In 1982, John and Joan moved to Imperial, Nebraska where they enjoyed activities at the Methodist Church and square dancing. John was active in Masons for over 70 years and also in Lions for many years. John had a great love of history and spent many hours working at the Chase County Museum and at the Blanche Cemetery. John and Joan resided in the Imperial Heights when Joan passed away in 2016. John has enjoyed the staff’s care and companionship at the Heights and the Manor. John especially loved spending time with his children and following the activities of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his children&nbsp;Susan (Steve) Hanson of Elsie, Nebraska,&nbsp; Scott (Debbi) Osler of Elsie, Nebraska,&nbsp;Doug (Jody) Osler of North Platte, Nebraska,&nbsp;Bill (Gail) Osler of Aurora, Colorado, and&nbsp;Amy (Clark) Hemje of Adams, Nebraska;&nbsp;8 grandchildren: Nick Hanson and Laura (Hanson) Barrett, Michael Osler, Chris Osler and Sally (Osler) Andersen and Victoria Osler, Amanda (Osler) Frickey and Josie Osler;&nbsp;8 great-grandchildren: Ryleigh, Max and Bradley Hanson, Mason and Sam Barrett, Brynlee Osler, Harrison Osler and Violet Andersen; and his&nbsp; brother-in-law Phil Fredrickson and wife Hedy of Seattle, Washington. Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 12, 2021, 9:30 A.M. (MST) at the First United Methodist Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor Debra Copple officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Blanche Cemetery, rural Elsie, Nebraska. No visitation, John chose cremation. Memorials in John’s memory have been suggested to the Osler Family for a designation to the Chase County Museum or the Blanche Cemetery. On line condolences maybe left at liewerfuneralhome.com Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

John Dutton Osler  (1927-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maurice Boyd Kline of Cozad, Nebraska went to see the Lord on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Lexington Regional Health Center in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 73.&nbsp; Maury was born September 30, 1945 at Gothenburg, Nebraska to Boyd and Kathryn (Nilsson) Kline.&nbsp; He grew up in Cozad, Nebraska and graduated from Cozad High School.&nbsp; Maury went on to attend college and Tech School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as a Direct Support Technician at Bethany Home in Holdrege, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maury met and started dating LouAnn Voightlander while working at Bethany Home.&nbsp; The couple were married on September 23, 2000.&nbsp; Maury had never been married, and it took some time to adjust to being in such a large family.&nbsp; He became a father of two married adults and grandfather of five.&nbsp; Maury and LouAnn were happily married for almost 21 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He truly enjoyed his many years working at Bethany Home, but was unable to continue after he suffered his first stroke.&nbsp; He then worked at Zook's as an accountant for two years before retiring.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maury was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Richard Kline; brothers &amp; sisters-in-law, Cris &amp; Pat Voightlander, Bob Voightlander, and Ray Voightlander. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, LouAnn Kline of Cozad, Nebraska; stepchildren, Heather (Mike) Copass of Cozad, Nebraska and Harold "Woody" (Hyajin) Morris of Washington; grandchildren, Amanda Copass (Aaron Hernandez), Joe Flores, James (Norrisa) Flores, Tanner Flores, Hansel Morris and Henny Morris; great-grandchildren, Tegan Heuck, Macie Hernandez, Cora Flores, and Ruby Flores; brother and sisters-in-law Nancy Kline of Lexington, Nebraska, Candy (Jessie) Lewis of California, Roy (Linda) Voightlander of California, Kay (Larry) Nichols of Overton, Nebraska, Gale Boswell of Elm Creek, Nebraska, Carol Sager of Cozad, Nebraska, Penny (Den) Voightland of California, and Linda Voightlander of California; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for a later designation.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Susan Sukraw officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Palmer, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be on Friday, July 9, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maurice Boyd Kline of Cozad, Nebraska went to see the Lord on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Lexington Regional Health Center in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 73.&nbsp; Maury was born September 30, 1945 at Gothenburg, Nebraska to Boyd and Kathryn (Nilsson) Kline.&nbsp; He grew up in Cozad, Nebraska and graduated from Cozad High School.&nbsp; Maury went on to attend college and Tech School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as a Direct Support Technician at Bethany Home in Holdrege, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maury met and started dating LouAnn Voightlander while working at Bethany Home.&nbsp; The couple were married on September 23, 2000.&nbsp; Maury had never been married, and it took some time to adjust to being in such a large family.&nbsp; He became a father of two married adults and grandfather of five.&nbsp; Maury and LouAnn were happily married for almost 21 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He truly enjoyed his many years working at Bethany Home, but was unable to continue after he suffered his first stroke.&nbsp; He then worked at Zook's as an accountant for two years before retiring.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Maury was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Richard Kline; brothers &amp; sisters-in-law, Cris &amp; Pat Voightlander, Bob Voightlander, and Ray Voightlander. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, LouAnn Kline of Cozad, Nebraska; stepchildren, Heather (Mike) Copass of Cozad, Nebraska and Harold "Woody" (Hyajin) Morris of Washington; grandchildren, Amanda Copass (Aaron Hernandez), Joe Flores, James (Norrisa) Flores, Tanner Flores, Hansel Morris and Henny Morris; great-grandchildren, Tegan Heuck, Macie Hernandez, Cora Flores, and Ruby Flores; brother and sisters-in-law Nancy Kline of Lexington, Nebraska, Candy (Jessie) Lewis of California, Roy (Linda) Voightlander of California, Kay (Larry) Nichols of Overton, Nebraska, Gale Boswell of Elm Creek, Nebraska, Carol Sager of Cozad, Nebraska, Penny (Den) Voightland of California, and Linda Voightlander of California; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for a later designation.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Susan Sukraw officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Palmer, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be on Friday, July 9, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements.

Maurice Boyd Kline  (1947-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela Elizabeth Remus, age 90, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Linden Court in North Platte on July 7, 2021. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela was born on September 10, 1930 to Leo and Nora (Andrew) Dale in North Platte where she grew up.&nbsp; She graduated from North Platte High School in 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On July 19, 1947, Lela was united in marriage to Grant LaVern Remus in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple moved to a newly purchased ranch at Wellfleet, Nebraska and later their children, Sheri &amp; Jerry, were born.&nbsp; The Remus Family moved again in 1956, this time to his parents' ranch in Wellfleet.&nbsp; Lela and Grant were active in the Wellfleet community and were members of the Community Club and Methodist Church.&nbsp; After retiring in 1989, the couple moved to North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela enjoyed ranch life and kept a daily journal of the going ons at the ranch.&nbsp; If something was broken and needed parts, she would be the one to go and get the parts.&nbsp; Lela was a hard worker and a good cook.&nbsp; Her fried bread, cinnamon rolls and chocolate upside down cake were family favorites.&nbsp; Lela loved her grandkids and like playing bridge. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant her parents, Leo and Nora Dale; son-in-law, Ron Bourne; brothers, Harold, Lester and Richard Dale; sisters, Anna May Peters and Ruth Stout; and brothers-in-law, Lawrence Peters, Howard Stout, Gene Piernicki, and Loran Remus. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela is survived by her children, Sheri Bourne and Jerry (Peggy) Remus, all of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Garod (Danielle) Remus, Michelle (John) Bourne Faulkner, Pamela Bourne, Carrie Bourne, and Stacee (Randy) Baker; great-grandchildren, Wyat, Gage, Parker, Harrison, Jusdon, Meranda, Kayla, Savanah, Randall, Grace, Treyton, and Ben; her sister, marlen Piernicki of Holdrege, Nebraska; sisters-in-law Toni Dale, Muriel (Carl) Younkers, Polly Dale, and Bette Remus; brother-in-law, Kurt Remus; and many other family members. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2021 in the Wellfleet Cemetery, Wellfleet, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating.&nbsp; The casket will be closed.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com, at the graveside service, or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to LCRA (Loess Canyons Rangeland Alliance), a coalition of private land owners designed to improve rangelands for the future.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela Elizabeth Remus, age 90, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Linden Court in North Platte on July 7, 2021. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela was born on September 10, 1930 to Leo and Nora (Andrew) Dale in North Platte where she grew up.&nbsp; She graduated from North Platte High School in 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On July 19, 1947, Lela was united in marriage to Grant LaVern Remus in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple moved to a newly purchased ranch at Wellfleet, Nebraska and later their children, Sheri &amp; Jerry, were born.&nbsp; The Remus Family moved again in 1956, this time to his parents' ranch in Wellfleet.&nbsp; Lela and Grant were active in the Wellfleet community and were members of the Community Club and Methodist Church.&nbsp; After retiring in 1989, the couple moved to North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela enjoyed ranch life and kept a daily journal of the going ons at the ranch.&nbsp; If something was broken and needed parts, she would be the one to go and get the parts.&nbsp; Lela was a hard worker and a good cook.&nbsp; Her fried bread, cinnamon rolls and chocolate upside down cake were family favorites.&nbsp; Lela loved her grandkids and like playing bridge. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Grant her parents, Leo and Nora Dale; son-in-law, Ron Bourne; brothers, Harold, Lester and Richard Dale; sisters, Anna May Peters and Ruth Stout; and brothers-in-law, Lawrence Peters, Howard Stout, Gene Piernicki, and Loran Remus. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lela is survived by her children, Sheri Bourne and Jerry (Peggy) Remus, all of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Garod (Danielle) Remus, Michelle (John) Bourne Faulkner, Pamela Bourne, Carrie Bourne, and Stacee (Randy) Baker; great-grandchildren, Wyat, Gage, Parker, Harrison, Jusdon, Meranda, Kayla, Savanah, Randall, Grace, Treyton, and Ben; her sister, marlen Piernicki of Holdrege, Nebraska; sisters-in-law Toni Dale, Muriel (Carl) Younkers, Polly Dale, and Bette Remus; brother-in-law, Kurt Remus; and many other family members. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2021 in the Wellfleet Cemetery, Wellfleet, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating.&nbsp; The casket will be closed.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com, at the graveside service, or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are to LCRA (Loess Canyons Rangeland Alliance), a coalition of private land owners designed to improve rangelands for the future.<figure>
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Lela Elizabeth Remus  (1930-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle Cruse, age 48, passed away at her home in McCook, Nebraska on July 3, 2021.&nbsp; She was the only daughter of Daniel &amp; Paulette (Carter) Jones born in Fair Bluff, North Carolina on October 17, 1972.&nbsp; Danielle attended school in North Carolina and graduated from high school.&nbsp; She pursued her education studying general curriculum. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle worked for a short time for the United States Postal Service, but resigned to stay home and care for her grandmother during an extended illness.&nbsp; In 2015 she moved to Nebraska.&nbsp; In 2016, she met Phillip Cruse and married him on September 8, 2018 in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle was a member of the McCook Eagles, she enjoyed reading and working with Phillip managing apartments. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her mother, Paulette Jones. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle is survived by her husband, Phillip; 7 step-children, Betty (Dave Fulkerson) Hartpence of LaGrance, Indiana, Dave (Kathy) Hallagin of Lawton, Oklahoma, Robert (Ann) Hallagin of Fullerton, Nebraska, Denise (Dave) Moore of Belgrade, Nebraska, Phillip Cruse of Grand Island, Nebraska, John Smith of Grand Island, Nebraska, and Leroy (Misha) Cruse of Lincoln, Nebraska; others that called her mom: Buck Tyre, Will Tyre, Melony Boone, and Allen Curtis; 30 grandchildren; 2 aunts Wanda (Wayne) Bryant of Fork, South Carolina and Landis (Joseph) Clark of Lakeview, South Carolina; 3 nephews Lance Clark, Joey Clark, and Brian Carter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A graveside service will be held at the Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska at a future date.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Danielle's name.&nbsp; Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle Cruse, age 48, passed away at her home in McCook, Nebraska on July 3, 2021.&nbsp; She was the only daughter of Daniel &amp; Paulette (Carter) Jones born in Fair Bluff, North Carolina on October 17, 1972.&nbsp; Danielle attended school in North Carolina and graduated from high school.&nbsp; She pursued her education studying general curriculum. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle worked for a short time for the United States Postal Service, but resigned to stay home and care for her grandmother during an extended illness.&nbsp; In 2015 she moved to Nebraska.&nbsp; In 2016, she met Phillip Cruse and married him on September 8, 2018 in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle was a member of the McCook Eagles, she enjoyed reading and working with Phillip managing apartments. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her mother, Paulette Jones. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Danielle is survived by her husband, Phillip; 7 step-children, Betty (Dave Fulkerson) Hartpence of LaGrance, Indiana, Dave (Kathy) Hallagin of Lawton, Oklahoma, Robert (Ann) Hallagin of Fullerton, Nebraska, Denise (Dave) Moore of Belgrade, Nebraska, Phillip Cruse of Grand Island, Nebraska, John Smith of Grand Island, Nebraska, and Leroy (Misha) Cruse of Lincoln, Nebraska; others that called her mom: Buck Tyre, Will Tyre, Melony Boone, and Allen Curtis; 30 grandchildren; 2 aunts Wanda (Wayne) Bryant of Fork, South Carolina and Landis (Joseph) Clark of Lakeview, South Carolina; 3 nephews Lance Clark, Joey Clark, and Brian Carter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A graveside service will be held at the Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska at a future date.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Danielle's name.&nbsp; Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Danielle Cruse  (1972-2021)

Daniel Glen Robinson passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at his home in North Platte, Nebraska at the age of 68. Daniel was born December 1, 1952 at Kearney, Nebraska to Glen and Rita (Higgins) Robinson. He graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1973. He worked at a funeral home and a care home for over 21 years. 

Daniel was a kind and loving husband and father. He would do anything he could to help anyone. 

Daniel was preceded in death by his mother, Rita; his son, Jerry; sister, Julia Robinson; brother-in-law, James Miller; 2 nephews, Michael and D.J.; nephew-in-law, Terry; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law. 

Survivors include his wife, Linda Robinson of North Platte, Nebraska; sons, Thomas Robinson of North Platte, Nebraska and Joseph Robinson of Aurora, Colorado; father, Glen Robinson of Lexington, Nebraska; sister, Vicki Miller of Elm Creek, Nebraska; brother, Tom (Kathy) Robinson of Johnson Lake, Nebraska; sister, Jody (Paul) Reyes of Sterling, Colorado; foster sister, Melinda Erpelding of Lincoln, Nebraska; God child, Jennifer McIntire of Holdrege, Nebraska; his 5 fur babies - 4 dogs and 1 cat; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. 

A graveside service will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cozad Cemetery with Father Tim Stoner officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. prior to service time at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Daniel Glen Robinson passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at his home in North Platte, Nebraska at the age of 68. Daniel was born December 1, 1952 at Kearney, Nebraska to Glen and Rita (Higgins) Robinson. He graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1973. He worked at a funeral home and a care home for over 21 years. Daniel was a kind and loving husband and father. He would do anything he could to help anyone. Daniel was preceded in death by his mother, Rita; his son, Jerry; sister, Julia Robinson; brother-in-law, James Miller; 2 nephews, Michael and D.J.; nephew-in-law, Terry; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law. Survivors include his wife, Linda Robinson of North Platte, Nebraska; sons, Thomas Robinson of North Platte, Nebraska and Joseph Robinson of Aurora, Colorado; father, Glen Robinson of Lexington, Nebraska; sister, Vicki Miller of Elm Creek, Nebraska; brother, Tom (Kathy) Robinson of Johnson Lake, Nebraska; sister, Jody (Paul) Reyes of Sterling, Colorado; foster sister, Melinda Erpelding of Lincoln, Nebraska; God child, Jennifer McIntire of Holdrege, Nebraska; his 5 fur babies - 4 dogs and 1 cat; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. A graveside service will be held Monday, July 12, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cozad Cemetery with Father Tim Stoner officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. prior to service time at Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska.

Daniel Glen Robinson  (1952-2021)

Garlan May Jacobson: August 31, 1925—June 29, 2021 Our beautiful, courageous and selfless mom is now with our Lord and&nbsp;Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on August 31, 1925 to Miron and Maggie Magnuson in Lexington, Nebraska. She&nbsp;married Jack F. Jacobson on July 17, 1944 and lived in Lexington until&nbsp;1960, then moved to Lakewood, Colorado where she lived until 2014. She then came&nbsp;to live with her daughter, Patti Jacobson, in Greeley, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Donald and Loren Magnuson; her husband Jack; a baby, Daniel; and her daughter Susan Jacobson. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Anna Jacobson of Germontown, Tennessee; daughter, Patti Jacobson of Greeley, Colorado;&nbsp;granddaughter Julie Hight of Memphis, Tennessee and four great-granddaughters, Lucy, Violet, Hermione and Adelaide Hight of Memphis, Tennessee. She most recently has been a member of P.E.O, an international women’s organization, and Hearing Loss Association of America. A graveside service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, Nebraska on July 9, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. CST and a memorial service will be held at the Bethel Baptist&nbsp;Church in Greeley, Colorado on August 6, 2021 at 10 a.m. MST. In lieu of flowers, please send gifts to Bethel Baptist Church, 2307 17th Ave., Greeley, CO 80634.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Garlan May Jacobson: August 31, 1925—June 29, 2021 Our beautiful, courageous and selfless mom is now with our Lord and&nbsp;Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on August 31, 1925 to Miron and Maggie Magnuson in Lexington, Nebraska. She&nbsp;married Jack F. Jacobson on July 17, 1944 and lived in Lexington until&nbsp;1960, then moved to Lakewood, Colorado where she lived until 2014. She then came&nbsp;to live with her daughter, Patti Jacobson, in Greeley, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Donald and Loren Magnuson; her husband Jack; a baby, Daniel; and her daughter Susan Jacobson. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Anna Jacobson of Germontown, Tennessee; daughter, Patti Jacobson of Greeley, Colorado;&nbsp;granddaughter Julie Hight of Memphis, Tennessee and four great-granddaughters, Lucy, Violet, Hermione and Adelaide Hight of Memphis, Tennessee. She most recently has been a member of P.E.O, an international women’s organization, and Hearing Loss Association of America. A graveside service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, Nebraska on July 9, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. CST and a memorial service will be held at the Bethel Baptist&nbsp;Church in Greeley, Colorado on August 6, 2021 at 10 a.m. MST. In lieu of flowers, please send gifts to Bethel Baptist Church, 2307 17th Ave., Greeley, CO 80634.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Garlan May Jacobson  (1925-2021)

Albert F. Zuege, longtime resident, teacher, and coach of Imperial, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska 77 years of age. He was born on February 28, 1944. Survivors include his mother, Sophia Zuege, of Haigler, Nebraska; wife, Ginny of Imperial, Nebraska; daughter, Pandora Garcia and Husband, Perry, of Pueblo, Colorado; son, Carl Zuege and wife, Chelsea, of Imperial, Nebraska; and 5 grandchildren. Funeral Services for will be on held Tuesday morning, July 13, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. MST at the Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor David Kahle officiating. Interment will follow Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. MST at the Haigler Cemetery, Haigler, Nebraska. Visitation will be held Monday afternoon, July 12, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. MST at Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska. A memorial has been suggested to the Chase County Public Schools for a designation to the Track and Field Program. On line condolences maybe left at LiewerFuneralHome.Com Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Albert F. Zuege, longtime resident, teacher, and coach of Imperial, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska 77 years of age. He was born on February 28, 1944. Survivors include his mother, Sophia Zuege, of Haigler, Nebraska; wife, Ginny of Imperial, Nebraska; daughter, Pandora Garcia and Husband, Perry, of Pueblo, Colorado; son, Carl Zuege and wife, Chelsea, of Imperial, Nebraska; and 5 grandchildren. Funeral Services for will be on held Tuesday morning, July 13, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. MST at the Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor David Kahle officiating. Interment will follow Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. MST at the Haigler Cemetery, Haigler, Nebraska. Visitation will be held Monday afternoon, July 12, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. MST at Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska. A memorial has been suggested to the Chase County Public Schools for a designation to the Track and Field Program. On line condolences maybe left at LiewerFuneralHome.Com Liewer Funeral Home of Imperial, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.

Albert F. Zuege  (1944-2021)

Euvah Marie Stuart, age 91, took the next step in her journey on Monday, July 5, 2021.&nbsp; Euvah was born December 31, 1929, to Herman Hershel Buckley and Hilda Marie Sandine Buckley in rural Cozad, Nebraska. She attended elementary school at Pine Ridge School District 80 and graduated from Cozad High School in 1947.&nbsp; She was honored to be named runner up in the Miss Cozad contest.&nbsp; 

While walking to work at Ed Nielsen’s insurance agency, she caught the eye of the love of her life.&nbsp; Euvah married her sweetheart, D.M. (Cot) Stuart on December 16, 1951.&nbsp; They spent their early marriage in San Juan, Puerta Rico and Tampa, Florida, where Cot was stationed in the Air Force.&nbsp; After his discharge they spent the rest of their lives together in Cozad, Nebraska where they raised their son and daughter.&nbsp; 

Euvah cherished being a wife, mom, and pet owner.&nbsp; She loved music, flower gardening, baking, and cooking for a “threshing crew” as she referred to a large hungry group.&nbsp; 

Euvah is survived by her loving husband of 69 ½ years, Cot; her son David Marquet (Ket) Stuart; daughter Ellie Marie Wakefield &amp; son-in-law Dan Wakefield; grandson James Stuart Wakefield; and many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.&nbsp; 

She is predeceased by her parents; an infant sister; sister Yvonne (Bonnie) West; and brothers Herschel Buckley and Richard Buckley.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad, Nebraska. 

Services will be Friday, July 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad, Nebraska with Pastor Jill Boyd and Pastor Neil Kloppenborg officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Cozad Cemetery.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Euvah Marie Stuart, age 91, took the next step in her journey on Monday, July 5, 2021.&nbsp; Euvah was born December 31, 1929, to Herman Hershel Buckley and Hilda Marie Sandine Buckley in rural Cozad, Nebraska. She attended elementary school at Pine Ridge School District 80 and graduated from Cozad High School in 1947.&nbsp; She was honored to be named runner up in the Miss Cozad contest.&nbsp; While walking to work at Ed Nielsen’s insurance agency, she caught the eye of the love of her life.&nbsp; Euvah married her sweetheart, D.M. (Cot) Stuart on December 16, 1951.&nbsp; They spent their early marriage in San Juan, Puerta Rico and Tampa, Florida, where Cot was stationed in the Air Force.&nbsp; After his discharge they spent the rest of their lives together in Cozad, Nebraska where they raised their son and daughter.&nbsp; Euvah cherished being a wife, mom, and pet owner.&nbsp; She loved music, flower gardening, baking, and cooking for a “threshing crew” as she referred to a large hungry group.&nbsp; Euvah is survived by her loving husband of 69 ½ years, Cot; her son David Marquet (Ket) Stuart; daughter Ellie Marie Wakefield &amp; son-in-law Dan Wakefield; grandson James Stuart Wakefield; and many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She is predeceased by her parents; an infant sister; sister Yvonne (Bonnie) West; and brothers Herschel Buckley and Richard Buckley.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad, Nebraska. Services will be Friday, July 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad, Nebraska with Pastor Jill Boyd and Pastor Neil Kloppenborg officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Cozad Cemetery.&nbsp;

Euvah Marie Stuart  (1929-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John Charles Crosby, age 60, of McCook, Nebraska passed away on July 2, 2021 in McCook. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born on October 16, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas to parents James L. and Lola J. (Hankins) Crosby.&nbsp; He was one of 6 children.&nbsp; John graduated from East Central High School in San Antonio with the Class of 1978. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In John's younger years he enjoyed bowling and hunting.&nbsp; He was employed by Cappel Farms for several years where he was able to enjoy farm life and working outdoors.&nbsp; He helped numerous kids in the area with demo derby cars over the years which earned him the nickname "Grandpa John".&nbsp; John was a very selfless person who readily taught the next generation about cars and trucks. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his parents and his second wife, Mary. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Those left to celebrate his life are his sisters, Chyrell (Maynard) Keeling of San Antonio, Texas, Debra (Hugh) Hardin of San Antonio, Texas and Terri (Steven) Filippi of Converse, Texas; brother, Jimmy (Naomi) Crosby of Round Rock, Texas and Jerry Crosby of San Antonio, Texas; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends in the McCook community. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Book signing with friends &amp; family present to greet visitors will be on Monday, July 12, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John Charles Crosby, age 60, of McCook, Nebraska passed away on July 2, 2021 in McCook. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born on October 16, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas to parents James L. and Lola J. (Hankins) Crosby.&nbsp; He was one of 6 children.&nbsp; John graduated from East Central High School in San Antonio with the Class of 1978. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In John's younger years he enjoyed bowling and hunting.&nbsp; He was employed by Cappel Farms for several years where he was able to enjoy farm life and working outdoors.&nbsp; He helped numerous kids in the area with demo derby cars over the years which earned him the nickname "Grandpa John".&nbsp; John was a very selfless person who readily taught the next generation about cars and trucks. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his parents and his second wife, Mary. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Those left to celebrate his life are his sisters, Chyrell (Maynard) Keeling of San Antonio, Texas, Debra (Hugh) Hardin of San Antonio, Texas and Terri (Steven) Filippi of Converse, Texas; brother, Jimmy (Naomi) Crosby of Round Rock, Texas and Jerry Crosby of San Antonio, Texas; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends in the McCook community. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Book signing with friends &amp; family present to greet visitors will be on Monday, July 12, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska.

John Charles Crosby  (1960-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Brandon Travis Alberts, age 44, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on June 25, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on November 11, 1976 to Rodney Alberts and Kathleen Johnson in Newton, Iowa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Brandon was raised in Sidney, Nebraska by his father, Rodney, and step-mother, Barbara, and completed his GED in Sidney, Nebraska.&nbsp; After moving to North Platte, Nebraska, Brandon worked at the local McDonald's for several years, making trades and running errands with his friends.&nbsp; He loved wrestling, especially watching WWE.&nbsp; Brandon was a collector of many things, including coins and comic books.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing video games, as well as playing bingo, among other activities with his friends at the Liberty House.&nbsp; Even when life was hard, Brandon always kept a kind and loving heart. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include a daughter, Jessica Fowlkes of Springdale, Arkansas; step-mother, Barbara Alberts of Sidney, Nebraska; sister, Kim (Jeff) Thorson of Des Moines, Iowa; brother, Trevor (Kimberly) Alberts of Bella Vista, Arkansas; nephews, Zach and Jayden; as well as many friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Kathleen. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Liberty House in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; A plaque will be placed next to his father's bench in Sidney, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Brandon Travis Alberts, age 44, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on June 25, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on November 11, 1976 to Rodney Alberts and Kathleen Johnson in Newton, Iowa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Brandon was raised in Sidney, Nebraska by his father, Rodney, and step-mother, Barbara, and completed his GED in Sidney, Nebraska.&nbsp; After moving to North Platte, Nebraska, Brandon worked at the local McDonald's for several years, making trades and running errands with his friends.&nbsp; He loved wrestling, especially watching WWE.&nbsp; Brandon was a collector of many things, including coins and comic books.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing video games, as well as playing bingo, among other activities with his friends at the Liberty House.&nbsp; Even when life was hard, Brandon always kept a kind and loving heart. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include a daughter, Jessica Fowlkes of Springdale, Arkansas; step-mother, Barbara Alberts of Sidney, Nebraska; sister, Kim (Jeff) Thorson of Des Moines, Iowa; brother, Trevor (Kimberly) Alberts of Bella Vista, Arkansas; nephews, Zach and Jayden; as well as many friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Kathleen. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Liberty House in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; A plaque will be placed next to his father's bench in Sidney, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Brandon Travis Alberts  (1976-2021)

Robert William 'Bob' Wright, age 74 of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the Ogallala Community Hospital. Bob was born July 27, 1946, at Alliance, Nebraska, to Max Elton and Lenieve Catherine (Bovat) Wright. He graduated from Alliance High School before attending the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, where he obtained a degree in Commercial Art. On January 9, 1965, Bob married Betty J. Evans in Akron, Colorado. The couple made their home in Alliance before moving back to Lincoln, where Bob ran an art gallery. He went on to work for several companies in the area in sales and marketing. In the late 1980s, the couple moved to Castle Rock, Colorado, where he worked as Chief Operating Officer of United Phone Book, a telephone directory advertising company. Bob made a host of connections through his work in the field and traveled extensively throughout the country and other parts of the world. Bob retired in 1998. The couple made their home in Ogallala, Nebraska in recent years to be closer to family. In his earlier years, Bob enjoyed pheasant hunting. He was very skilled at woodworking and construction and enjoyed working with his hands. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Tom and Max Wright.

Survivors include his wife, Betty of Ogallala, Nebraska; children, Chris (Kate) Wright of Ogallala, Nebraska, Chad (Kathi) Wright of Ogallala, Nebraska, Heather (Neil) Hoffman of Arvada, Colorado; two granddaughters, Loren and Sadie; siblings, Norma Jensen of Alliance, Nebraska, Judy (Tom) Wright of Kearney, Nebraska, and Frank (Mary) Wright of Kearney, Nebraska; and several nieces and nephews. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com A private family celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert William 'Bob' Wright, age 74 of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the Ogallala Community Hospital. Bob was born July 27, 1946, at Alliance, Nebraska, to Max Elton and Lenieve Catherine (Bovat) Wright. He graduated from Alliance High School before attending the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, where he obtained a degree in Commercial Art. On January 9, 1965, Bob married Betty J. Evans in Akron, Colorado. The couple made their home in Alliance before moving back to Lincoln, where Bob ran an art gallery. He went on to work for several companies in the area in sales and marketing. In the late 1980s, the couple moved to Castle Rock, Colorado, where he worked as Chief Operating Officer of United Phone Book, a telephone directory advertising company. Bob made a host of connections through his work in the field and traveled extensively throughout the country and other parts of the world. Bob retired in 1998. The couple made their home in Ogallala, Nebraska in recent years to be closer to family. In his earlier years, Bob enjoyed pheasant hunting. He was very skilled at woodworking and construction and enjoyed working with his hands. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Tom and Max Wright. Survivors include his wife, Betty of Ogallala, Nebraska; children, Chris (Kate) Wright of Ogallala, Nebraska, Chad (Kathi) Wright of Ogallala, Nebraska, Heather (Neil) Hoffman of Arvada, Colorado; two granddaughters, Loren and Sadie; siblings, Norma Jensen of Alliance, Nebraska, Judy (Tom) Wright of Kearney, Nebraska, and Frank (Mary) Wright of Kearney, Nebraska; and several nieces and nephews. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com A private family celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert William 'Bob' Wright  (1946-2021)

Beverly Jean Brainard Shaul, age 91, of North Platte, NE, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the home of her daughter on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in North Platte, NE.

She was born June 29, 1930 in Newhelina, NE at Aunt Julia and Uncle Theodore Christian’s home. She was the daughter of the late John S. and Margaret M. (Leonard) Brainard.

Beverly graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1947. She went on to teach school from 1947-1948 at a school south of Dunning, and at Cottonwood from 1948-1950.

She met her future husband, Otto L. Strand at the Cannon Store. She walked to the Cannon Store after school and Otto insisted on driving her home. Beverly worked as a server at the Stanley Hotel the summer after she graduated and came back to Hyannis, NE and worked at Hotel De Fair as a waitress. Otto and Beverly were married in Sheridan, WY July 1, 1949. They lived with Anna E. Strand right after marriage and then moved to the Burdick Place. Following Otto’s passing in 1988, Beverly met and married Elmo Shaul, who passed in 2000.

Beverly enjoyed knitting, embroidery and applique embroidery. She knitted over 30 sweaters for family members and friends. She was a devout Catholic, praying five Rosaries a day. She was a true prayer warrior praying the rosary for her family, our government and country, for all prayer petitions, for all to be one family, and for the morals of the World.

She is preceded in death by both her husband’s; her son, Lewis Strand; her siblings, Betty Elizabeth, Agnes Lorene, John Stewart, Robert Wallace, Willa Mae and Richard Eldon.

Beverly is survived by her children; Jeannie Haskell, Russell Strand, MargaretAnn Sellers, Julie (Scott) Correll and Dan (Lisa) Strand; daughter in law, Sue Strand; 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte, NE with The Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla Celebrating. Book signing will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday July 9,2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with family receiving friends, with Rosary following. Cremation was chosen and burial will be private at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the Catholic Community Food Pantry. The service will be livestreamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Beverly Jean Brainard Shaul, age 91, of North Platte, NE, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the home of her daughter on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in North Platte, NE.She was born June 29, 1930 in Newhelina, NE at Aunt Julia and Uncle Theodore Christian’s home. She was the daughter of the late John S. and Margaret M. (Leonard) Brainard.Beverly graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1947. She went on to teach school from 1947-1948 at a school south of Dunning, and at Cottonwood from 1948-1950.She met her future husband, Otto L. Strand at the Cannon Store. She walked to the Cannon Store after school and Otto insisted on driving her home. Beverly worked as a server at the Stanley Hotel the summer after she graduated and came back to Hyannis, NE and worked at Hotel De Fair as a waitress. Otto and Beverly were married in Sheridan, WY July 1, 1949. They lived with Anna E. Strand right after marriage and then moved to the Burdick Place. Following Otto’s passing in 1988, Beverly met and married Elmo Shaul, who passed in 2000.Beverly enjoyed knitting, embroidery and applique embroidery. She knitted over 30 sweaters for family members and friends. She was a devout Catholic, praying five Rosaries a day. She was a true prayer warrior praying the rosary for her family, our government and country, for all prayer petitions, for all to be one family, and for the morals of the World.She is preceded in death by both her husband’s; her son, Lewis Strand; her siblings, Betty Elizabeth, Agnes Lorene, John Stewart, Robert Wallace, Willa Mae and Richard Eldon.Beverly is survived by her children; Jeannie Haskell, Russell Strand, MargaretAnn Sellers, Julie (Scott) Correll and Dan (Lisa) Strand; daughter in law, Sue Strand; 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte, NE with The Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla Celebrating. Book signing will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday July 9,2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with family receiving friends, with Rosary following. Cremation was chosen and burial will be private at a later date.Memorials are suggested to the Catholic Community Food Pantry. The service will be livestreamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Beverly Jean Brainard Shaul  (1930-2021)

Elaine Kay Kapustka, aged 75, passed away on July 1, 2021, at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, NE.&nbsp; Her children were with her at the time of her death.

‘Kay’ was born December 21, 1945, to John and Jaunita (Meier) Connely in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; She was the youngest of three children.&nbsp; She and her family lived on a farm in Custer County, NE and Kay loved her rural upbringing that included horses, cattle, farming, and lots of time with her extended family.

Kay attended the Rose Valley Country School for Kindergarten through 7th&nbsp;grade, and then attended Broken Bow High School in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; She graduated in 1964.&nbsp;

After graduation, she attended the Hastings Beauty School in Hastings, NE.&nbsp;

She met Gary Kapustka at Broken Bow High School but began dating him after she claims she ‘won him in a poker game’ after graduation.&nbsp; She and Gary were married on August 19, 1967, in Broken Bow, NE.

On June 22, 1968, a daughter, Kimberly Ellen Kapustka was born, followed by a son, Gregory Richard Kapustka, born May 7, 1971.

Kay and Gary settled with their children in Cambridge, NE, where Kay worked as a Cosmetologist at several salons, including her own business known as Kay’s Kut and Kurl.

Kay was very active in the community. She was a 4-H sponsor, Community Theater actor, a member of the United Methodist Church, a volunteer with the local Food Bank, and assisted in helping with community events involving youth and the elderly.

Kay and her husband Gary also sponsored a total of four foreign exchange students from the countries of Japan, France, Germany, and Denmark. &nbsp;

After her husband retired from teaching at Cambridge High School, they relocated to Omaha, NE.&nbsp; There Kay spent her time with family, played chauffer to her grandchildren, did home day care, and enjoyed meeting people and making friends everywhere she went.&nbsp;

Her husband Gary passed away on June 30, 2016.&nbsp; After his death, Kay moved back to Cambridge, NE for a year, then moved to the Maple Ridge Retirement Community in Omaha, NE where she was known as ‘the puzzle lady’, an unofficial ambassador for the facility, and for her love of playing the card game Pitch.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay is survived by her daughter, Kim Keene, and son-in-law Richard of Omaha, NE, son Greg Kapustka, and daughter-in-law Tanya of Cambridge, NE; grandchildren Billy Schnase and Haleigh Compton, Katie Schnase, Reilly Keene, Jordan Keene, and Skylar Keene, Carley Kapustka and Travis Houser, Jessica Moree and husband Kody Moree,&nbsp; Aleisha Schnacker and husband Kyle Schnacker, Lacee Allen and Christopher Staska, Ashley Walkington and Troy Troutman, Kayley Schwing and husband David Schwing, and Danley Walkington; many beloved great grandchildren; sister Judith Connely and brother-in-law, Jesus Moreno, and brother Claris Connely, and sister-in-law, Charlene Connely.

Funeral Services are Friday, July 9th, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; Kathy Salts PNA will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Broken Bow Cemetery.

A memorial is being given in lieu of flowers to the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, NE.

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 </figure>Elaine Kay Kapustka, aged 75, passed away on July 1, 2021, at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, NE.&nbsp; Her children were with her at the time of her death.‘Kay’ was born December 21, 1945, to John and Jaunita (Meier) Connely in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; She was the youngest of three children.&nbsp; She and her family lived on a farm in Custer County, NE and Kay loved her rural upbringing that included horses, cattle, farming, and lots of time with her extended family.Kay attended the Rose Valley Country School for Kindergarten through 7th&nbsp;grade, and then attended Broken Bow High School in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; She graduated in 1964.&nbsp;After graduation, she attended the Hastings Beauty School in Hastings, NE.&nbsp;She met Gary Kapustka at Broken Bow High School but began dating him after she claims she ‘won him in a poker game’ after graduation.&nbsp; She and Gary were married on August 19, 1967, in Broken Bow, NE.On June 22, 1968, a daughter, Kimberly Ellen Kapustka was born, followed by a son, Gregory Richard Kapustka, born May 7, 1971.Kay and Gary settled with their children in Cambridge, NE, where Kay worked as a Cosmetologist at several salons, including her own business known as Kay’s Kut and Kurl.Kay was very active in the community. She was a 4-H sponsor, Community Theater actor, a member of the United Methodist Church, a volunteer with the local Food Bank, and assisted in helping with community events involving youth and the elderly.Kay and her husband Gary also sponsored a total of four foreign exchange students from the countries of Japan, France, Germany, and Denmark. &nbsp;After her husband retired from teaching at Cambridge High School, they relocated to Omaha, NE.&nbsp; There Kay spent her time with family, played chauffer to her grandchildren, did home day care, and enjoyed meeting people and making friends everywhere she went.&nbsp;Her husband Gary passed away on June 30, 2016.&nbsp; After his death, Kay moved back to Cambridge, NE for a year, then moved to the Maple Ridge Retirement Community in Omaha, NE where she was known as ‘the puzzle lady’, an unofficial ambassador for the facility, and for her love of playing the card game Pitch.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kay is survived by her daughter, Kim Keene, and son-in-law Richard of Omaha, NE, son Greg Kapustka, and daughter-in-law Tanya of Cambridge, NE; grandchildren Billy Schnase and Haleigh Compton, Katie Schnase, Reilly Keene, Jordan Keene, and Skylar Keene, Carley Kapustka and Travis Houser, Jessica Moree and husband Kody Moree,&nbsp; Aleisha Schnacker and husband Kyle Schnacker, Lacee Allen and Christopher Staska, Ashley Walkington and Troy Troutman, Kayley Schwing and husband David Schwing, and Danley Walkington; many beloved great grandchildren; sister Judith Connely and brother-in-law, Jesus Moreno, and brother Claris Connely, and sister-in-law, Charlene Connely.Funeral Services are Friday, July 9th, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp; Kathy Salts PNA will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Broken Bow Cemetery.A memorial is being given in lieu of flowers to the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, NE.

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