&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick Lee Steadman, age 56, of Indianola, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at his home in Indianola.&nbsp; Patrick was born to Toby and Jenny (Flanmie) Steadman in Kingsport, Tennessee on March 15, 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick was a tattoo artist. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Toby Steadman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick is survived by his significant other, Cheryl Williams of Indianola, Nebraska; one son, Patrick Steadman, Jr. of Culbertson, Nebraska; two daughters, Katie Steadman and her son, Ronan Kotschwar of McCook, Nebraska and Flora Steadman of Culbertson, Nebraska; his mother, Jenny Flanmie of Louisiana; and one brother, Toby Steadman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska to help defer cost of services.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick Lee Steadman, age 56, of Indianola, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at his home in Indianola.&nbsp; Patrick was born to Toby and Jenny (Flanmie) Steadman in Kingsport, Tennessee on March 15, 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick was a tattoo artist. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Toby Steadman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrick is survived by his significant other, Cheryl Williams of Indianola, Nebraska; one son, Patrick Steadman, Jr. of Culbertson, Nebraska; two daughters, Katie Steadman and her son, Ronan Kotschwar of McCook, Nebraska and Flora Steadman of Culbertson, Nebraska; his mother, Jenny Flanmie of Louisiana; and one brother, Toby Steadman. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska to help defer cost of services.

Patrick Lee Steadman  (1965-2021)

Terry Dean Schleeman, age 75, of McCook, Nebraska passed away at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook on April 13, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born in McCook on May 5, 1945 to George J. and Wilma E. (Ahrens) Schleeman.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry attended school in McCook.&nbsp;

On February 2, 1970, he was married to Sonya Sylvester and to this union 1 son was born, George Dean. Terry was married to Gwen and to this union a son, Brent was born.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry lived in southwest Nebraska all his life. He was employed throughout the years as a truck driver for Romanoff’s, Nebraska Bi-Products and Tri-State Bi-Products.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry enjoyed family times.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the summer months and fall, Terry could be found fishing at the Diversion Dam or park in Cambridge, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;He played pool and was always up for a game of pitch. He spent many hours at Fuller’s Restaurant and joking with all within earshot.&nbsp;

Due to health concerns Terry moved from his home to the Cambridge Manor and later in 2019 to Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his parents: George and Wilma; son: Brent: great grandson: Phoenix; infant brothers: Alfred; Robert and Albert; brothers: Herman and twin: Ted; sisters: Donna Drews; Patricia Kotschwar; Georgia Longley and Raymounda Koons.&nbsp;

Terry is survived by his son : George (Tammy) Schleeman of Elwood, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister: Sharon(Beryl) Gummere of Stratton, Nebraska; special niece; Cindy Schaible of St. Paul, Nebraska; and many other family members and friends.&nbsp;

In keeping with Terry’s wishes of Cremation a private family inurnment will take place at the Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may leave on-line condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmahnnfh.com/" target="_blank">herrmahnnfh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be left at the Herrmann Jones Funeral in Terry’s name.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Terry Dean Schleeman, age 75, of McCook, Nebraska passed away at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook on April 13, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born in McCook on May 5, 1945 to George J. and Wilma E. (Ahrens) Schleeman.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry attended school in McCook.&nbsp;On February 2, 1970, he was married to Sonya Sylvester and to this union 1 son was born, George Dean. Terry was married to Gwen and to this union a son, Brent was born.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry lived in southwest Nebraska all his life. He was employed throughout the years as a truck driver for Romanoff’s, Nebraska Bi-Products and Tri-State Bi-Products.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry enjoyed family times.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the summer months and fall, Terry could be found fishing at the Diversion Dam or park in Cambridge, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;He played pool and was always up for a game of pitch. He spent many hours at Fuller’s Restaurant and joking with all within earshot.&nbsp;Due to health concerns Terry moved from his home to the Cambridge Manor and later in 2019 to Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents: George and Wilma; son: Brent: great grandson: Phoenix; infant brothers: Alfred; Robert and Albert; brothers: Herman and twin: Ted; sisters: Donna Drews; Patricia Kotschwar; Georgia Longley and Raymounda Koons.&nbsp;Terry is survived by his son : George (Tammy) Schleeman of Elwood, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister: Sharon(Beryl) Gummere of Stratton, Nebraska; special niece; Cindy Schaible of St. Paul, Nebraska; and many other family members and friends.&nbsp;In keeping with Terry’s wishes of Cremation a private family inurnment will take place at the Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may leave on-line condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmahnnfh.com/" target="_blank">herrmahnnfh.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be left at the Herrmann Jones Funeral in Terry’s name.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Terry Dean Schleeman  (1945-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Celia Grace (Hammond) Rose, age 64, of Palisade, Nebraska went peacefully to be with her Lord on April 8, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Anaheim, California on November 9, 1956 to Jerry and DeWinta (McDowell) Hammond. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She leave behind her three children, family and so many friends.&nbsp; Her life was spent some in Ohio, but her heart was always in Palisade.&nbsp; Celia will be remembered as a woman who was always willing to lend a hand, cook a meal, or just help in any way she could.&nbsp; She never knew a stranger. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside Services were held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the Palisade Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Hebrews 4:16 - Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Celia Grace (Hammond) Rose, age 64, of Palisade, Nebraska went peacefully to be with her Lord on April 8, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Anaheim, California on November 9, 1956 to Jerry and DeWinta (McDowell) Hammond. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She leave behind her three children, family and so many friends.&nbsp; Her life was spent some in Ohio, but her heart was always in Palisade.&nbsp; Celia will be remembered as a woman who was always willing to lend a hand, cook a meal, or just help in any way she could.&nbsp; She never knew a stranger. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside Services were held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the Palisade Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Hebrews 4:16 - Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Celia Grace Rose  (1956-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Therese Noreen McCarthy Garth, age 65, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on April 9, 2021 at her daughter's home in Omaha, Nebraska surround by family.&nbsp; Therese was born on November 1, 1955 to Lawrence Richard McCarthy and Mary Alice (Murphy) McCarthy at St. Mary's Hospital in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended McDaid Elementary and St. Patrick's High School, graduating in 1974. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;After graduation, she attended the College of St. Mary in Omaha, Nebraska and received a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education in 1978.&nbsp; Most of her 42 year career as a teacher was spent working with generations of families at McDaid Elementary.&nbsp; She was a passionate teacher who dedicated her life to fostering Catholic education.&nbsp; Her colleagues in the North Platte Catholic School community were life-long friends and treated like extended family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On November 29, 1980, Therese married Michael John Garth at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Therese was a generous woman who welcomed a house full of family and friends, spending summers and holidays entertaining.&nbsp; Therese enjoyed travel and was fortunate to be able to travel the World singing in Moscow, attending a Papal audience with Saint Pope John Paull II, and many other fun adventures.&nbsp; She was a fan of St. Patrick's athletics and fine arts.&nbsp; She was able to form meaningful relationships everywhere she went and in her last few years the Callahan Cancer Center became a place where she was excited to see her new best friends and be assured that she was in good care.&nbsp; Most of all, Therese's greatest joy was being a mom and grandmother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Paul McCarthy; and unborn daughter, Annie Garth. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Michael, and three children, Dr. Timothy (Michelle) Garth of Kearney, Nebraksa, Katherine Garth of Omaha, Nebraska, and Daniel Garth of St. Louis, Missouri; her grandson, Oliver Garth of Kearney, Nebraska; her siblings, Margaret Mary (Ray) Cunningham of Florissant, Missouri, Sharon (Carl) Hassler of Arroyo Grande, California, Robert (Deb) McCarthy of North Platte, Nebraska, Patrick McCarthy of Forth Worth, Texas, and Joseph (Kim) McCarthy of Forth Worth, Texas; her in-laws, Emma McCarthy of Grover Beach, California, Rosemary Garth of Indianapolis, Indiana, Rita (Pat) McGrath of Farmington, New Mexico, Teresa Gutierrez of Overland Park, Kansas, Ann Garth of Overland Park, Kansas, and Thomas (Carole) Garth of Kansas City, Missouri; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment or Callahan Cancer Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, Nebraska with Rev. Josh Brown and Rev. Richard Piontkowski as concelebrants.&nbsp;Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Christian Wake Services will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will occur at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Best Western of North Platte, NE.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;We ask all guests to wear face coverings and observe personal distancing at these events. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Therese Noreen McCarthy Garth, age 65, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on April 9, 2021 at her daughter's home in Omaha, Nebraska surround by family.&nbsp; Therese was born on November 1, 1955 to Lawrence Richard McCarthy and Mary Alice (Murphy) McCarthy at St. Mary's Hospital in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended McDaid Elementary and St. Patrick's High School, graduating in 1974. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;After graduation, she attended the College of St. Mary in Omaha, Nebraska and received a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education in 1978.&nbsp; Most of her 42 year career as a teacher was spent working with generations of families at McDaid Elementary.&nbsp; She was a passionate teacher who dedicated her life to fostering Catholic education.&nbsp; Her colleagues in the North Platte Catholic School community were life-long friends and treated like extended family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On November 29, 1980, Therese married Michael John Garth at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Therese was a generous woman who welcomed a house full of family and friends, spending summers and holidays entertaining.&nbsp; Therese enjoyed travel and was fortunate to be able to travel the World singing in Moscow, attending a Papal audience with Saint Pope John Paull II, and many other fun adventures.&nbsp; She was a fan of St. Patrick's athletics and fine arts.&nbsp; She was able to form meaningful relationships everywhere she went and in her last few years the Callahan Cancer Center became a place where she was excited to see her new best friends and be assured that she was in good care.&nbsp; Most of all, Therese's greatest joy was being a mom and grandmother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Paul McCarthy; and unborn daughter, Annie Garth. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Michael, and three children, Dr. Timothy (Michelle) Garth of Kearney, Nebraksa, Katherine Garth of Omaha, Nebraska, and Daniel Garth of St. Louis, Missouri; her grandson, Oliver Garth of Kearney, Nebraska; her siblings, Margaret Mary (Ray) Cunningham of Florissant, Missouri, Sharon (Carl) Hassler of Arroyo Grande, California, Robert (Deb) McCarthy of North Platte, Nebraska, Patrick McCarthy of Forth Worth, Texas, and Joseph (Kim) McCarthy of Forth Worth, Texas; her in-laws, Emma McCarthy of Grover Beach, California, Rosemary Garth of Indianapolis, Indiana, Rita (Pat) McGrath of Farmington, New Mexico, Teresa Gutierrez of Overland Park, Kansas, Ann Garth of Overland Park, Kansas, and Thomas (Carole) Garth of Kansas City, Missouri; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment or Callahan Cancer Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte, Nebraska with Rev. Josh Brown and Rev. Richard Piontkowski as concelebrants.&nbsp;Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Christian Wake Services will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will occur at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Best Western of North Platte, NE.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;We ask all guests to wear face coverings and observe personal distancing at these events. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Terese Noreen McCarty Garth  (1955-2021)

Marjorie M. Breece, age 89, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away April 10, 2021, at the Sutherland Care Center in Sutherland, Nebraska. Marjorie was born January 14, 1932, to Phillip and Annie (Minarik) Pochop.&nbsp; She grew up in Verdel, Nebraska. On August 4, 1951, Marjorie married Evert Breece, and the couple made their home in Norfolk, Nebraska where Marjorie was employed at Henningsen Foods. The family moved to Ogallala, Nebraska in 1958, where Marjorie was employed with the Ogallala Police Department in dispatch. She then transferred to the city clerk's office, where she worked for 40 years, retiring in January of 2000. For the next 21 years, until her 89th birthday, she worked at Trail's End in Ogallala. Driving by Marjorie's home of 52 years on East 6th, it was easy to see her love for gardening and flowers. She had a green thumb and took pride in her flower and vegetable gardens. Marjorie was a caring and wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sharing in her family's interests. Marjorie also loved quilting. She remained active into her late years, enjoying walking, volunteering at church, working at Trail's End, and frequenting garage sales. She had a love for lighthouses and enjoyed collecting them in her home. Marjorie had a heart of gold and did not know a stranger. She spread kindness wherever she went. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister Betta Ann, sister Marie Kounovsky; and husband, Evert Breece. Survivors include her sister, Irene Birmier of Wyoming, children Jodie Titkemeier of Norfolk, Nebraska, Neil (Roxie) Breece of Ogallala, Nebraska, and son-in-law Lyle Titkemeier of Wilcox, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Malissa (Landon) Grothe, Lyndsey Phillips, Mandy Breece (Clay), Amanda (Adam) Peters, and Jase (Lindsay) Breece; fourteen great-grandchildren Benjamin, Gavin, Peyton, Brennan, Colton, Paxton, Paisley, Parlei Rose, Daelyn, Nevaeh, Corbyn, Ryan, Emmery, Eastyn, and Evie; along with many other family and friends. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church of Ogallala, NE in Marjorie's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed live at methodistchurchogallala.com. Memorial services will be on Friday, April 16, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time at the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Rev. Lorri Kentner officiating. Interment of Cremains will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marjorie M. Breece, age 89, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away April 10, 2021, at the Sutherland Care Center in Sutherland, Nebraska. Marjorie was born January 14, 1932, to Phillip and Annie (Minarik) Pochop.&nbsp; She grew up in Verdel, Nebraska. On August 4, 1951, Marjorie married Evert Breece, and the couple made their home in Norfolk, Nebraska where Marjorie was employed at Henningsen Foods. The family moved to Ogallala, Nebraska in 1958, where Marjorie was employed with the Ogallala Police Department in dispatch. She then transferred to the city clerk's office, where she worked for 40 years, retiring in January of 2000. For the next 21 years, until her 89th birthday, she worked at Trail's End in Ogallala. Driving by Marjorie's home of 52 years on East 6th, it was easy to see her love for gardening and flowers. She had a green thumb and took pride in her flower and vegetable gardens. Marjorie was a caring and wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sharing in her family's interests. Marjorie also loved quilting. She remained active into her late years, enjoying walking, volunteering at church, working at Trail's End, and frequenting garage sales. She had a love for lighthouses and enjoyed collecting them in her home. Marjorie had a heart of gold and did not know a stranger. She spread kindness wherever she went. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister Betta Ann, sister Marie Kounovsky; and husband, Evert Breece. Survivors include her sister, Irene Birmier of Wyoming, children Jodie Titkemeier of Norfolk, Nebraska, Neil (Roxie) Breece of Ogallala, Nebraska, and son-in-law Lyle Titkemeier of Wilcox, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Malissa (Landon) Grothe, Lyndsey Phillips, Mandy Breece (Clay), Amanda (Adam) Peters, and Jase (Lindsay) Breece; fourteen great-grandchildren Benjamin, Gavin, Peyton, Brennan, Colton, Paxton, Paisley, Parlei Rose, Daelyn, Nevaeh, Corbyn, Ryan, Emmery, Eastyn, and Evie; along with many other family and friends. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church of Ogallala, NE in Marjorie's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Services will be streamed live at methodistchurchogallala.com. Memorial services will be on Friday, April 16, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time at the First United Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Rev. Lorri Kentner officiating. Interment of Cremains will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marjorie M. Breece  (1932-2021)

Elna LaRee (Knappert) Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 83.&nbsp; Elna was born in the farm home of her parents, Edward J. Knappert and Sylvia B. (Weber) Knappert on March 18, 1937.&nbsp; The farm home was located about six miles southwest of Hendley, Nebraska. 

Elna attended all eight years of school at District #96 (Middle Rockton School) in Furnas County, Nebraska. She was baptized on May 2, 1937 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hendley, Nebraska. She was confirmed on May 28, 1950 in the same church. She attended and graduated from Beaver City High School with the class of 1954. She then attended summer school classes at Kearney State Teacher's College every summer from 1954 to 1959. She taught at her home school at District #96 for the last two years it was open and then taught the lower grades at Orafino (District #28) Frontier County from 1956 to 1960. 

She married Dwain Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska on July 30, 1960 at Zion Lutheran church in Hendley, Nebraska. They made their home in Eustis for their entire married life. She taught at Dist. #66 in Dawson County the first year after marriage and then taught one additional year at Orafino in 1964-1965, this time the upper grades. Teaching was her passion. She decided at a very young age that she wanted to be a teacher. To this union was born one daughter, Rhonda, and three sons, Gary, Galen and Ryan. She babysat for several children in the Eustis community when her children were small. She then had her own pre-school for six years. She then drove busses and vans for the Eustis School for twenty-three years and was a teachers aide for nine years, retiring from both positions in 2002. 

Her hobbies were crocheting, reading, raising flowers, camping at Rocky Mountain National Park, and photography. She enjoyed sharing photos with relatives and friends. She also enjoyed being in charge of the prayer chains for the Lutheran Church. She was also the person who sent cards for special events such as birthdays, anniversaries, get well and sympathy cards, etc.&nbsp; 

Elna was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Sylvia Knappert; sister, Verla Walter; brother-in-law, Harold Walter; brother, Dale Knappert; sister-in-law, LaVonne Knappert; and husband, Dwain Banzhaf. 

Survivors include her daughter, Rhonda Kinsey; sons, Gary (Sharol), Galen (Marsha), and Ryan (Tonya); grandsons, Tim (Crescinda), Matt (Gina) and Nick Kinsey, Cody (Stephanie) and Kyle (special friends Grace Grant and Evelyn Laird) Banzhaf, Sam and Alex Banzhaf, and Connor and Cameron Banzhaf; granddaughters, Brooke (Gordon) Thiessen, Destini Kinsey, and Jenna Banzhaf; great grandchildren, Rylie, Charley and Jackson Kinsey, Baylee Kinsey, Masiyha, Syn'Cere and Blessing Moore, and Annabelle and Claire Banzhaf. 

Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. 

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

Memorial Services will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Eustis, Nebraska. Burial was be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. 

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

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 </figure>Elna LaRee (Knappert) Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington, Nebraska at the age of 83.&nbsp; Elna was born in the farm home of her parents, Edward J. Knappert and Sylvia B. (Weber) Knappert on March 18, 1937.&nbsp; The farm home was located about six miles southwest of Hendley, Nebraska. Elna attended all eight years of school at District #96 (Middle Rockton School) in Furnas County, Nebraska. She was baptized on May 2, 1937 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hendley, Nebraska. She was confirmed on May 28, 1950 in the same church. She attended and graduated from Beaver City High School with the class of 1954. She then attended summer school classes at Kearney State Teacher's College every summer from 1954 to 1959. She taught at her home school at District #96 for the last two years it was open and then taught the lower grades at Orafino (District #28) Frontier County from 1956 to 1960. She married Dwain Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska on July 30, 1960 at Zion Lutheran church in Hendley, Nebraska. They made their home in Eustis for their entire married life. She taught at Dist. #66 in Dawson County the first year after marriage and then taught one additional year at Orafino in 1964-1965, this time the upper grades. Teaching was her passion. She decided at a very young age that she wanted to be a teacher. To this union was born one daughter, Rhonda, and three sons, Gary, Galen and Ryan. She babysat for several children in the Eustis community when her children were small. She then had her own pre-school for six years. She then drove busses and vans for the Eustis School for twenty-three years and was a teachers aide for nine years, retiring from both positions in 2002. Her hobbies were crocheting, reading, raising flowers, camping at Rocky Mountain National Park, and photography. She enjoyed sharing photos with relatives and friends. She also enjoyed being in charge of the prayer chains for the Lutheran Church. She was also the person who sent cards for special events such as birthdays, anniversaries, get well and sympathy cards, etc.&nbsp; Elna was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Sylvia Knappert; sister, Verla Walter; brother-in-law, Harold Walter; brother, Dale Knappert; sister-in-law, LaVonne Knappert; and husband, Dwain Banzhaf. Survivors include her daughter, Rhonda Kinsey; sons, Gary (Sharol), Galen (Marsha), and Ryan (Tonya); grandsons, Tim (Crescinda), Matt (Gina) and Nick Kinsey, Cody (Stephanie) and Kyle (special friends Grace Grant and Evelyn Laird) Banzhaf, Sam and Alex Banzhaf, and Connor and Cameron Banzhaf; granddaughters, Brooke (Gordon) Thiessen, Destini Kinsey, and Jenna Banzhaf; great grandchildren, Rylie, Charley and Jackson Kinsey, Baylee Kinsey, Masiyha, Syn'Cere and Blessing Moore, and Annabelle and Claire Banzhaf. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Eustis, Nebraska. Burial was be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Elna LaRee Banzhaf  (1937-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joy Brown, age 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, formerly of Cozad, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington.&nbsp; She was born on May 28, 1936. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Joy's wish for cremation.&nbsp; Burial will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family be visiting reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joy Brown, age 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, formerly of Cozad, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington.&nbsp; She was born on May 28, 1936. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;There will be no visitation, as the family is honoring Joy's wish for cremation.&nbsp; Burial will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.&nbsp; Please share online condolences with the family be visiting reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Joy Brown  (1936-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joy Lynnann Gonzales, age 56, of Denver, Colorado, formerly of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on December 20, 2020 at Gothenburg Health in Gothenburg.&nbsp; Joy was born on December 15, 1964. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life Services will be on Saturday, April 24, 20221 at 10:30 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, Nebrasa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee&nbsp; 38104 or Jack's Place - A Cancer Caring House, 332 Beart Creek Rd, Edwards, CO&nbsp; 81632. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Joy Lynnann Gonzales, age 56, of Denver, Colorado, formerly of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on December 20, 2020 at Gothenburg Health in Gothenburg.&nbsp; Joy was born on December 15, 1964. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life Services will be on Saturday, April 24, 20221 at 10:30 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, Nebrasa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee&nbsp; 38104 or Jack's Place - A Cancer Caring House, 332 Beart Creek Rd, Edwards, CO&nbsp; 81632. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Joy Lynnann Gonzales  (1964-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen Horst, age 99, passed away on April 13, 2021 at North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on May 15, 1921, the fourth child of six to Stephen and Michaelina Rendzak in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen graduated from the Helen Fleisher Vocational School of Philadelphia with a degree in Home Economics.&nbsp; She met her husband, Arlo Sylvester Horst (World War II and Korean War Veteran) of Mission, South Dakota on a blind date in Philadelphia, and they were married on November 10, 1951. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;she moved to Mission, South Dakota in 1951 where she resided until January 5, 2005.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte, Nebraska and became the longest resident of Linden Estates Assisted Living Center - 16 years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and ministered through prayer to dozens of residents and staff throughout the years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by a half-sister, Marie Rodney of Yardley, Pennsylvania; a daughter, Arlene (William) Markley of North Platte, Nebraska; grandsons, Jeff (Sophie) of Grand Island, Nebraska and Robbie Markley of North Platte, Nebraska; and great grandchildren, Hazel and Elliot Markley. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A private family funeral service was chosen.&nbsp; The burial will follow at North Platte City Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel's Facebook page.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen Horst, age 99, passed away on April 13, 2021 at North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on May 15, 1921, the fourth child of six to Stephen and Michaelina Rendzak in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen graduated from the Helen Fleisher Vocational School of Philadelphia with a degree in Home Economics.&nbsp; She met her husband, Arlo Sylvester Horst (World War II and Korean War Veteran) of Mission, South Dakota on a blind date in Philadelphia, and they were married on November 10, 1951. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;she moved to Mission, South Dakota in 1951 where she resided until January 5, 2005.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte, Nebraska and became the longest resident of Linden Estates Assisted Living Center - 16 years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Helen loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and ministered through prayer to dozens of residents and staff throughout the years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by a half-sister, Marie Rodney of Yardley, Pennsylvania; a daughter, Arlene (William) Markley of North Platte, Nebraska; grandsons, Jeff (Sophie) of Grand Island, Nebraska and Robbie Markley of North Platte, Nebraska; and great grandchildren, Hazel and Elliot Markley. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A private family funeral service was chosen.&nbsp; The burial will follow at North Platte City Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel's Facebook page.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Helen Horst  (1921-2021)

Amy Denise Gayle, age 45, of Ogallala, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital.&nbsp;

Amy was born November 4, 1975 in Sonora, California to William Morris Thrash and Linda Ruth Mercier. She grew up in Modesto, California before moving to Nebraska.&nbsp;

Amy leaves behind her fiancé, David Bruce DeVoe; her sister, Elizabeth Bamford; her brother, William Thrash; four children; Matthew Gayle, Joshua Gayle, Isaiah Gayle, Elizabeth Sharp; four grandchildren, four cousins, three aunts, one uncle, three nieces and three nephews.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp;

No services are scheduled at this time.&nbsp;

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

Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Amy Denise Gayle, age 45, of Ogallala, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital.&nbsp;Amy was born November 4, 1975 in Sonora, California to William Morris Thrash and Linda Ruth Mercier. She grew up in Modesto, California before moving to Nebraska.&nbsp;Amy leaves behind her fiancé, David Bruce DeVoe; her sister, Elizabeth Bamford; her brother, William Thrash; four children; Matthew Gayle, Joshua Gayle, Isaiah Gayle, Elizabeth Sharp; four grandchildren, four cousins, three aunts, one uncle, three nieces and three nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp;The family chose cremation.&nbsp;No services are scheduled at this time.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left by going to www.drauckerfh.com and clicking the Share a Memory or the Tribute Wall Button.&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Amy Denise Gayle  (1975-2021)

Marlin Jeffrey Wear. age 55, passed away on April 10, 2021 at his home in Gibbon, Nebraska surrounded by his family and friends after a long battle of illness.

Marlin was born April 18, 1965 in Gothenburg, Nebraska to Estel and Sharon (Griffis) Wear.

He grew up in and around Gothenburg until his freshman year of high school. He then attended Culbertson High School graduating with the class of 1984. While attending Culbertson High, he excelled in Track and Football giving him recognition as an All American High School Football Player for three years consecutively. He was always so proud of that, being his greatest accomplishment.

After high school Marlin worked for several trucking companies as a truck driver. Marlin would take a break from driving doing odds and ends kind of work, but he always found himself back in the truck where he was the most happy.

Marlin was an avid Nebraska Husker fan, he also enjoyed video gaming, and spending time with family and friends.

He would let kids of all ages apply make-up on him, and many other girly things because he knew that made them happy. It was nothing to see him on the floor with the kids playing games, wrestling around or spending many hours putting together doll houses for Hannah or anything else that was on the Honeydew list. He also enjoyed riding 4-wheelers (riding but mostly driving) motorcycles and shooting blue rock.

He always felt that his other accomplishments were the birth of his son, Jeffrey in August of 1991, and then the birth of his daughter, Hannah in October of 1997.

On April 24, 2008, he married the love of his life Marlena Barnes, in a civil ceremony in McCook, Nebraska. After the marriage they then drove to Kearney, Nebraska with license in hand and went to Nikki’s house, then out to Old Chicago to celebrate.

Since their union on Nov, 4, 2017, he had the honor of walking his daughter down the aisle and he felt like a very proud papa, also there have been seven grandchildren born; Jayden, Tanner and LexiAnn Barnes, Landon Coakley, Elijah, Jaxson, and Harper Barnes, as well as Zachary Barnes and Mason Bales before their union.

He is survived by his wife, Marlena of Gibbon, Nebraska; children, Hannah (Tyler) Green of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Josh (Rawnie) Barnes of Mullen, Nebraska, Nikki (Shea) Coakley of Kearney, Nebraska, Trevor Barnes of Lawton, Oklahoma, and Brandon (Jill Hoffmaster) Barnes of Lexington, Nebraska; along with his mother, Sharon Friesenborg of Gothenburg, Nebraska; siblings, Milton (Sheila) Wear, Mike Wear, both of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Estel Wear Jr. and Kimberly Wear, both of Hastings, Nebraska ; as well as many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey; dad, Estel Wear, Sr.; mother-in-law, Renee Botts; cousin, Kathy Larsen; grandparents and other family and friends as well.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Steve Shanno, officiating. The family requests casual or Husker attire. The Memorial Service will be live streamed via the Reynolds Love Facebook page.

Memorials in lieu of flowers are suggested to the family.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Marlin Jeffrey Wear. age 55, passed away on April 10, 2021 at his home in Gibbon, Nebraska surrounded by his family and friends after a long battle of illness.Marlin was born April 18, 1965 in Gothenburg, Nebraska to Estel and Sharon (Griffis) Wear.He grew up in and around Gothenburg until his freshman year of high school. He then attended Culbertson High School graduating with the class of 1984. While attending Culbertson High, he excelled in Track and Football giving him recognition as an All American High School Football Player for three years consecutively. He was always so proud of that, being his greatest accomplishment.After high school Marlin worked for several trucking companies as a truck driver. Marlin would take a break from driving doing odds and ends kind of work, but he always found himself back in the truck where he was the most happy.Marlin was an avid Nebraska Husker fan, he also enjoyed video gaming, and spending time with family and friends.He would let kids of all ages apply make-up on him, and many other girly things because he knew that made them happy. It was nothing to see him on the floor with the kids playing games, wrestling around or spending many hours putting together doll houses for Hannah or anything else that was on the Honeydew list. He also enjoyed riding 4-wheelers (riding but mostly driving) motorcycles and shooting blue rock.He always felt that his other accomplishments were the birth of his son, Jeffrey in August of 1991, and then the birth of his daughter, Hannah in October of 1997.On April 24, 2008, he married the love of his life Marlena Barnes, in a civil ceremony in McCook, Nebraska. After the marriage they then drove to Kearney, Nebraska with license in hand and went to Nikki’s house, then out to Old Chicago to celebrate.Since their union on Nov, 4, 2017, he had the honor of walking his daughter down the aisle and he felt like a very proud papa, also there have been seven grandchildren born; Jayden, Tanner and LexiAnn Barnes, Landon Coakley, Elijah, Jaxson, and Harper Barnes, as well as Zachary Barnes and Mason Bales before their union.He is survived by his wife, Marlena of Gibbon, Nebraska; children, Hannah (Tyler) Green of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Josh (Rawnie) Barnes of Mullen, Nebraska, Nikki (Shea) Coakley of Kearney, Nebraska, Trevor Barnes of Lawton, Oklahoma, and Brandon (Jill Hoffmaster) Barnes of Lexington, Nebraska; along with his mother, Sharon Friesenborg of Gothenburg, Nebraska; siblings, Milton (Sheila) Wear, Mike Wear, both of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Estel Wear Jr. and Kimberly Wear, both of Hastings, Nebraska ; as well as many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.He is preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey; dad, Estel Wear, Sr.; mother-in-law, Renee Botts; cousin, Kathy Larsen; grandparents and other family and friends as well.A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Steve Shanno, officiating. The family requests casual or Husker attire. The Memorial Service will be live streamed via the Reynolds Love Facebook page.Memorials in lieu of flowers are suggested to the family.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Marlin Jeffrey Wear  (1965-2021)

Robert Duane 'Bob' Foster, age 91, was born October 5, 1929, near Berwyn, Nebraska to Doane &amp; Lavina (Nelsen) Foster. He died on April 11, 2021 of pancreatic cancer. He was cremated &amp; a family service will be held at the farm. 

Memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church at 1000 South 3rd Ave, Broken Bow, Nebraska. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Bob graduated from Burwell High School in 1947 and the University of Nebraska in 1951 with a B. S. in Agronomy. He served with the military intelligence during the Korean War, spending time in Japan and Korea 1951-1953.

Bob was united in marriage to Sondra V. Johnson March 27, 1960, at Cambridge, NE.

During his career Bob worked for the USDA-Soil Conservation service at Wahoo, Lincoln, Stapleton, Broken Bow, Ord, Bridgeport &amp; Grand Island in Nebraska. He worked at Bridgeport from 1963 to 1979 as District Conservationist. Bob was the Area Conservationist at Grand Island from 1979 until the time he retired in 1990. He was in charge of 26 field offices covering 29 counties while at Grand Island.

Bob retired November 30, 1990 after working for the USDA-Soil Conservation Service for 39 years. For about ten years after retiring, he helped his son on the family farm near Berwyn, NE by cutting down cedar trees and digging musk thistles, among other things. 

In 1998 Bob &amp; Sondra moved to Broken Bow from Grand Island. Among his hobbies were collecting gas engines, reading (especially Louis L'Amour books, which he read over &amp; over &amp; over) &amp; doing Sudoku and Word Seek puzzles. The family had a large garden when living in Bridgeport, Grand Island &amp; for about ten years in Broken Bow. When the kids were still home the family enjoyed camping. Bob enjoyed riding motorcycles as long as he was able.&nbsp;&nbsp; Later in life he enjoyed riding his bicycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also loved his coffee. Bob was very conservative &amp; fiscally tight having grown up in the 1930's!!!!

Bob did have some health issues the latter part of his life. He had a heart attack Christmas Day 2001 which required a four-way heart bypass. He had a defibrillator/pacemaker implanted in 2008. Hospice entered his life March 5, 2021. The defibrillator was disconnected March 23, 2021.

One highlight was when he was honored to go on the Korean War Hero Flight to Washington D. C. in 2015 with 24 other veterans, their escorts, seven hero flight staff and a tour guide in Washington D. C.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Sondra; one son, Kirk Foster &amp; wife, Denise of Berwyn, NE; one daughter, Kristi Schleif &amp; husband Tom of Osceola, NE; six granddaughters and one grandson; Jamelyn, Kelsey (Justin) McCullough, Audrey &amp; Lexie Foster; Kaitlyn (Evan) Buss, Laurin &amp; Christian Schleif, and two great granddaughters, Ellianna Buss &amp; Erin McCullough. He is also survived by in-laws, Norma Smith, Paul Johnson, Patty Johnson, Sharon Bellamy, Judy Zabel, Phillip (Barb) Johnson, Bruce Johnson; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and their families.

Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Dorothy Gordon; his in-laws, Claude &amp; Ada Johnson, brothers-in-law Paul Zabel, Gailord Bellamy, Robert Miller, Carl Johnson &amp; Robert Smith; sisters-in-law, Donna Miller &amp; Jackie Johnson.

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 </figure>Robert Duane 'Bob' Foster, age 91, was born October 5, 1929, near Berwyn, Nebraska to Doane &amp; Lavina (Nelsen) Foster. He died on April 11, 2021 of pancreatic cancer. He was cremated &amp; a family service will be held at the farm. Memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church at 1000 South 3rd Ave, Broken Bow, Nebraska. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow, NE is in charge of arrangements.Bob graduated from Burwell High School in 1947 and the University of Nebraska in 1951 with a B. S. in Agronomy. He served with the military intelligence during the Korean War, spending time in Japan and Korea 1951-1953.Bob was united in marriage to Sondra V. Johnson March 27, 1960, at Cambridge, NE.During his career Bob worked for the USDA-Soil Conservation service at Wahoo, Lincoln, Stapleton, Broken Bow, Ord, Bridgeport &amp; Grand Island in Nebraska. He worked at Bridgeport from 1963 to 1979 as District Conservationist. Bob was the Area Conservationist at Grand Island from 1979 until the time he retired in 1990. He was in charge of 26 field offices covering 29 counties while at Grand Island.Bob retired November 30, 1990 after working for the USDA-Soil Conservation Service for 39 years. For about ten years after retiring, he helped his son on the family farm near Berwyn, NE by cutting down cedar trees and digging musk thistles, among other things. In 1998 Bob &amp; Sondra moved to Broken Bow from Grand Island. Among his hobbies were collecting gas engines, reading (especially Louis L'Amour books, which he read over &amp; over &amp; over) &amp; doing Sudoku and Word Seek puzzles. The family had a large garden when living in Bridgeport, Grand Island &amp; for about ten years in Broken Bow. When the kids were still home the family enjoyed camping. Bob enjoyed riding motorcycles as long as he was able.&nbsp;&nbsp; Later in life he enjoyed riding his bicycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He also loved his coffee. Bob was very conservative &amp; fiscally tight having grown up in the 1930's!!!!Bob did have some health issues the latter part of his life. He had a heart attack Christmas Day 2001 which required a four-way heart bypass. He had a defibrillator/pacemaker implanted in 2008. Hospice entered his life March 5, 2021. The defibrillator was disconnected March 23, 2021.One highlight was when he was honored to go on the Korean War Hero Flight to Washington D. C. in 2015 with 24 other veterans, their escorts, seven hero flight staff and a tour guide in Washington D. C.He was a member of the United Methodist Church.Survivors include his wife, Sondra; one son, Kirk Foster &amp; wife, Denise of Berwyn, NE; one daughter, Kristi Schleif &amp; husband Tom of Osceola, NE; six granddaughters and one grandson; Jamelyn, Kelsey (Justin) McCullough, Audrey &amp; Lexie Foster; Kaitlyn (Evan) Buss, Laurin &amp; Christian Schleif, and two great granddaughters, Ellianna Buss &amp; Erin McCullough. He is also survived by in-laws, Norma Smith, Paul Johnson, Patty Johnson, Sharon Bellamy, Judy Zabel, Phillip (Barb) Johnson, Bruce Johnson; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and their families.Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Dorothy Gordon; his in-laws, Claude &amp; Ada Johnson, brothers-in-law Paul Zabel, Gailord Bellamy, Robert Miller, Carl Johnson &amp; Robert Smith; sisters-in-law, Donna Miller &amp; Jackie Johnson.

Robert Duane 'Bob' Foster  (1929-2021)

James Edgar (Jim) Crow was born at Orafino, Nebraska to Raymond Dale and Evelyn Mary (Metcalf) Crow on February 16, 1936.&nbsp; He departed this life February 12, 2021, in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp;

The family lived several places in Frontier County, Nebraska.&nbsp; When Jim was 3 1/2 years old his mother passed away and after that Jim went to live with his maternal grandparents, Charles and Sarah Metcalf.&nbsp; They were farmers and lived mostly in the Orafino, Stockville, and Farnam areas in Nebraska.

Jim attended county schools until high school.&nbsp; He attended two years at Farnam, and his junior and senior year at Stockville, where he was the only one in his graduating class of 1954.

The summer after graduation he worked as a farm hand.&nbsp; He bummed around Colorado in the winter also working as a farm hand.&nbsp; The following two years Jim worked for the Soil Conservation Service out of Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; In August of 1957 he went to Idaho and surveyed for the highway department.&nbsp; In October of 1957 Jim came back to Curtis to marry Opal Buker, returning to Idaho with her.&nbsp; After living in Idaho for six months Jim and Opal returned to Frontier County, NE.&nbsp; In the spring and summer of 1958 he worked construction for Dale Banzhaf.&nbsp; During the fall of 1958 to the spring of 1963 he did conservation work for Tom Cotton Construction.&nbsp; In 1963 and 1964 Jim worked for Missouri Valley Construction building the canal through the sand hills from Valentine to Ainsworth.&nbsp; From 1965 to 1977, Jim owned and operated B &amp; C Construction, and Big Crow Sand and Gravel doing conservation work in Frontier and Lincoln counties.&nbsp; May of 1973, Jim went to work for Consolidated Freightways (CF) of North Platte, Nebraska as an over the road truck driver.&nbsp; In September 1980, with the North Platte terminal closing.&nbsp; Jim was moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming.

In 1991 and 1992 Jim traveled through Canada and Alaska on his motorcycle pulling a small trailer, camping and enjoying the scenery.&nbsp; In 1993, Jim packed up his motorcycle and traveled from Cheyenne, WY to the Florida Keys, returning through the lower states to Cheyenne.&nbsp; He then went to Yellowstone, WY, returning once again to Cheyenne.&nbsp; One more time he left Cheyenne and went to Alaska traveling to the top of the world.

In October of 1995, the Cheyenne CF terminal closed, moving Jim to Las Vegas, Nevada.&nbsp; While in Las Vegas working for CF, Jim started a pallet business.&nbsp; Upon retiring from Consolidated Freightways in 1998, with 25 years of service, Jim continued to live in Las Vegas and run a successful pallet yard, collecting, repairing and selling them back tot the businesses.&nbsp; Jim retired from the pallet business in 2016, returning tot the Stockville, Nebraska area with his trusty dog, Hero.

Jim and Opal were divorced.&nbsp; Jim married Susan Wadlington in 1981, adopting her young son, David.&nbsp; Susan and Jim later divorced.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Evelyn Crow; his grandparents, Charles and Sarah Metcalf and Edgar and Rosa Crow; and a son, Rory Crow.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Peni Crow, of Curtis, Nebraska; two sons, Cory Crow of Curtis, Nebraksa and David Crow of Jacksonville, Florida; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren;&nbsp; three brothers, Don Crow of Colorado, Richard (Nan) Crow of Oklahoma, and Jack (Phyllis) Crow of Colorado;&nbsp; two sisters Anita&nbsp;Michaels of Oklahoma and Phila (Rob) Cole of Colorado.

Donations may be made to the Curtis Senior Center, or any Animal Shelter or Rescue or the Charity of your choice.

Memorial Services will be Monday, May 3, 2021, 11:00 AM at the Berean Bible Church, Curtis, Nebraska with Pastor Brian Nicklas officiating.

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 </figure>James Edgar (Jim) Crow was born at Orafino, Nebraska to Raymond Dale and Evelyn Mary (Metcalf) Crow on February 16, 1936.&nbsp; He departed this life February 12, 2021, in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp;The family lived several places in Frontier County, Nebraska.&nbsp; When Jim was 3 1/2 years old his mother passed away and after that Jim went to live with his maternal grandparents, Charles and Sarah Metcalf.&nbsp; They were farmers and lived mostly in the Orafino, Stockville, and Farnam areas in Nebraska.Jim attended county schools until high school.&nbsp; He attended two years at Farnam, and his junior and senior year at Stockville, where he was the only one in his graduating class of 1954.The summer after graduation he worked as a farm hand.&nbsp; He bummed around Colorado in the winter also working as a farm hand.&nbsp; The following two years Jim worked for the Soil Conservation Service out of Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; In August of 1957 he went to Idaho and surveyed for the highway department.&nbsp; In October of 1957 Jim came back to Curtis to marry Opal Buker, returning to Idaho with her.&nbsp; After living in Idaho for six months Jim and Opal returned to Frontier County, NE.&nbsp; In the spring and summer of 1958 he worked construction for Dale Banzhaf.&nbsp; During the fall of 1958 to the spring of 1963 he did conservation work for Tom Cotton Construction.&nbsp; In 1963 and 1964 Jim worked for Missouri Valley Construction building the canal through the sand hills from Valentine to Ainsworth.&nbsp; From 1965 to 1977, Jim owned and operated B &amp; C Construction, and Big Crow Sand and Gravel doing conservation work in Frontier and Lincoln counties.&nbsp; May of 1973, Jim went to work for Consolidated Freightways (CF) of North Platte, Nebraska as an over the road truck driver.&nbsp; In September 1980, with the North Platte terminal closing.&nbsp; Jim was moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming.In 1991 and 1992 Jim traveled through Canada and Alaska on his motorcycle pulling a small trailer, camping and enjoying the scenery.&nbsp; In 1993, Jim packed up his motorcycle and traveled from Cheyenne, WY to the Florida Keys, returning through the lower states to Cheyenne.&nbsp; He then went to Yellowstone, WY, returning once again to Cheyenne.&nbsp; One more time he left Cheyenne and went to Alaska traveling to the top of the world.In October of 1995, the Cheyenne CF terminal closed, moving Jim to Las Vegas, Nevada.&nbsp; While in Las Vegas working for CF, Jim started a pallet business.&nbsp; Upon retiring from Consolidated Freightways in 1998, with 25 years of service, Jim continued to live in Las Vegas and run a successful pallet yard, collecting, repairing and selling them back tot the businesses.&nbsp; Jim retired from the pallet business in 2016, returning tot the Stockville, Nebraska area with his trusty dog, Hero.Jim and Opal were divorced.&nbsp; Jim married Susan Wadlington in 1981, adopting her young son, David.&nbsp; Susan and Jim later divorced.Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Evelyn Crow; his grandparents, Charles and Sarah Metcalf and Edgar and Rosa Crow; and a son, Rory Crow.Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Peni Crow, of Curtis, Nebraska; two sons, Cory Crow of Curtis, Nebraksa and David Crow of Jacksonville, Florida; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren;&nbsp; three brothers, Don Crow of Colorado, Richard (Nan) Crow of Oklahoma, and Jack (Phyllis) Crow of Colorado;&nbsp; two sisters Anita&nbsp;Michaels of Oklahoma and Phila (Rob) Cole of Colorado.Donations may be made to the Curtis Senior Center, or any Animal Shelter or Rescue or the Charity of your choice.Memorial Services will be Monday, May 3, 2021, 11:00 AM at the Berean Bible Church, Curtis, Nebraska with Pastor Brian Nicklas officiating.

James Edgar 'Jim' Crow  (1936-2021)

Mike Dorzweiler, age 77, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on April 8, 2021 unexpectedly after a short courageous battle with a rare, nocardiosis, very severe pneumonia.

He was born in Sharon Springs, Kansas on September 11, 1943 to Edwin and Zella (Huffman) Dorzweiler. He graduated from Ellis, Kansas in 1962. While in school he helped organize the first boys high school golf team.

Mike served 6 years in the Army from 1962-1968. He lived in North Platte, Nebraska from 1969 to present. His huge passion in life was the love he had for the game of golf.

He is survived by his loving wife, Karla; son, Michael; sisters, Mary Grayham of Tucson, AZ and Judy (Larry) Stricker of Richmond, VA; grandchildren, David, Tim and Nicole; 11 nieces and nephews, Sandy, Wanda, Raelene. Diane, Carla, Vicki. Annette, Kathy, John. Kim and Kelly; and numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents; and his sisters, Jeannie, Adeline and Irene.

Book signing will be 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13,2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is entrusted with arrangements.  Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com

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 </figure>Mike Dorzweiler, age 77, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on April 8, 2021 unexpectedly after a short courageous battle with a rare, nocardiosis, very severe pneumonia.He was born in Sharon Springs, Kansas on September 11, 1943 to Edwin and Zella (Huffman) Dorzweiler. He graduated from Ellis, Kansas in 1962. While in school he helped organize the first boys high school golf team.Mike served 6 years in the Army from 1962-1968. He lived in North Platte, Nebraska from 1969 to present. His huge passion in life was the love he had for the game of golf.He is survived by his loving wife, Karla; son, Michael; sisters, Mary Grayham of Tucson, AZ and Judy (Larry) Stricker of Richmond, VA; grandchildren, David, Tim and Nicole; 11 nieces and nephews, Sandy, Wanda, Raelene. Diane, Carla, Vicki. Annette, Kathy, John. Kim and Kelly; and numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins.Mike is preceded in death by his parents; and his sisters, Jeannie, Adeline and Irene.Book signing will be 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13,2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com

Mike Dorzweiler  (1943-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jessie Annabel (Brown) Pump entered this world at the family farm north of Wauneta, Nebraska.&nbsp; The 4th child of 8, Annabel was born on January 18, 1920 to her proud parents, Gertrude Orvetta (Witt) and Andrew Jackson Brown. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel remembers riding on the family horse, Chloe, with three of her siblings to and from the Garfield School where she attended grades Kindergarten through 8th Grade.&nbsp; The family then moved to Hamlet, Nebraska where Annabel attended High School in Wauneta.&nbsp; Annabel, her brothe, Ray, and a couple of cousins rented from a family in Wauneta as traveling back and forth everyday just wasn't practical in those days.&nbsp; During her High School years and later, Annabel was often called upon to sit with her Aunt's children while another was being born!&nbsp; Annabel graduated from Wauneta High School in 1938.&nbsp; After graduation, she followed in her mother, Gertie, and older sister, Margaret's footsteps and began teaching at the Garfield School.&nbsp; She taught all twelve grades and enjoyed watching her students grow and learn. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On August 23, 1942, Annabel was joined in holy matrimony to Lessly William Pump at the Elmer Church in Elmer, Nebraska and pledged to spend their life together.&nbsp; From this union, four children were born:&nbsp; Jackie Lee, Linda Diann, Edith Jane, and Sharon Jean.&nbsp; This family of six made their home on the Pump Homestead south of Venango, Nebraska.&nbsp; Annabel enjoyed her life on the Pump Family Farm; raising her children and working in her garden (mostly tomatoes), crops and animals.&nbsp; She enjoyed her photos, crocheting and her stories on TV.&nbsp; Even her grandchildren knew they had to be quiet when "All Grammie's Children" cam on!&nbsp; Grammie, as most of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and many small children knew her, LOVED to sing.&nbsp; Her favorite lullaby was "I love you a bushel and a peck, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck."&nbsp; Many times after visiting Grammie, the children would come home singing that song.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was also a lucky person who usually found pennies on the sidewalk when she was shopping.&nbsp; She would always say they came from heaven for luck.&nbsp; She worked for a time at Adams Drug Store in Imperial, Nebraska where you could always tell when she was working as her whistling filled the air when you walked in.&nbsp; She was active in the Neighborhood club, fixing and serving food for the farm sales and enjoying the monthly meetings where many important subjects were discussed.&nbsp; Very few times when her children were playing sports at Venango Grade School and High School would the seats be empty at the top of the bleachers at center court.&nbsp; They were also big supports of their children's many Bake Sales, Chili Feeds, and Band Days in Lincoln, Nebraska and Boulder, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Heaven gained a beautiful, spiritual soul when Annabel joined Heaven's Angels on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Mesa, Arizona at the age of 100 years, 10 months, and 15 days. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel will join her husband, Lessly Pump; son, Jackie Pump; daughter-in-law, Mary Pump; and son-in-law, Gary Jones; as well as her parents, Andrew 'Jack' &amp; Gertie Brown; all seven of her siblings and six of their spouses; as well as all eight of her brother and sisters-in-laws and their spouses; and a multitude of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins as they have left this earth before her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel is leaving behind her daughters, Linda (Alan) Churda, Edith Jones, and Sharon Daigger; 10 grandchildren (9 with spouses); 35 great-grandchildren (6 with spouses); and 14 great-great grandchildren; as well as her many nieces, nephews and friends who will also miss her generous spirit. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday afternoon, April 19, 2021 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday morning, April 20, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at the Westside Church of Christ in Imperial, Nebraska with Mr. Wesley Wynn and Mr. Randy Hayes officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Imperial. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Annabel's name to Savior Hospice &amp; Palliative Care, 4530 E. Shea Blvd, Suite 160, Phoenix, AR&nbsp; 85028-6042. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at LiewerFuneralHome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska in entrusted with arrangements.

To our Mother: Our Father in Heaven&nbsp;whose love is Divine,&nbsp;Thanks for the love&nbsp;of a Mother like ours…&nbsp;And in thy great mercy&nbsp;look down from above, And grant this Mother&nbsp;the gift of your love.&nbsp;An all through the year, whatever betide her,&nbsp;Assure her each day&nbsp;that you are beside her… And Father in Heaven&nbsp;show us the way&nbsp;To lighten her tasks and brighten her day&nbsp;And bless her dear heart&nbsp;with the insight to see That her love means more&nbsp;than the world to us.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jessie Annabel (Brown) Pump entered this world at the family farm north of Wauneta, Nebraska.&nbsp; The 4th child of 8, Annabel was born on January 18, 1920 to her proud parents, Gertrude Orvetta (Witt) and Andrew Jackson Brown. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel remembers riding on the family horse, Chloe, with three of her siblings to and from the Garfield School where she attended grades Kindergarten through 8th Grade.&nbsp; The family then moved to Hamlet, Nebraska where Annabel attended High School in Wauneta.&nbsp; Annabel, her brothe, Ray, and a couple of cousins rented from a family in Wauneta as traveling back and forth everyday just wasn't practical in those days.&nbsp; During her High School years and later, Annabel was often called upon to sit with her Aunt's children while another was being born!&nbsp; Annabel graduated from Wauneta High School in 1938.&nbsp; After graduation, she followed in her mother, Gertie, and older sister, Margaret's footsteps and began teaching at the Garfield School.&nbsp; She taught all twelve grades and enjoyed watching her students grow and learn. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On August 23, 1942, Annabel was joined in holy matrimony to Lessly William Pump at the Elmer Church in Elmer, Nebraska and pledged to spend their life together.&nbsp; From this union, four children were born:&nbsp; Jackie Lee, Linda Diann, Edith Jane, and Sharon Jean.&nbsp; This family of six made their home on the Pump Homestead south of Venango, Nebraska.&nbsp; Annabel enjoyed her life on the Pump Family Farm; raising her children and working in her garden (mostly tomatoes), crops and animals.&nbsp; She enjoyed her photos, crocheting and her stories on TV.&nbsp; Even her grandchildren knew they had to be quiet when "All Grammie's Children" cam on!&nbsp; Grammie, as most of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and many small children knew her, LOVED to sing.&nbsp; Her favorite lullaby was "I love you a bushel and a peck, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck."&nbsp; Many times after visiting Grammie, the children would come home singing that song.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was also a lucky person who usually found pennies on the sidewalk when she was shopping.&nbsp; She would always say they came from heaven for luck.&nbsp; She worked for a time at Adams Drug Store in Imperial, Nebraska where you could always tell when she was working as her whistling filled the air when you walked in.&nbsp; She was active in the Neighborhood club, fixing and serving food for the farm sales and enjoying the monthly meetings where many important subjects were discussed.&nbsp; Very few times when her children were playing sports at Venango Grade School and High School would the seats be empty at the top of the bleachers at center court.&nbsp; They were also big supports of their children's many Bake Sales, Chili Feeds, and Band Days in Lincoln, Nebraska and Boulder, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Heaven gained a beautiful, spiritual soul when Annabel joined Heaven's Angels on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Mesa, Arizona at the age of 100 years, 10 months, and 15 days. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel will join her husband, Lessly Pump; son, Jackie Pump; daughter-in-law, Mary Pump; and son-in-law, Gary Jones; as well as her parents, Andrew 'Jack' &amp; Gertie Brown; all seven of her siblings and six of their spouses; as well as all eight of her brother and sisters-in-laws and their spouses; and a multitude of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins as they have left this earth before her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Annabel is leaving behind her daughters, Linda (Alan) Churda, Edith Jones, and Sharon Daigger; 10 grandchildren (9 with spouses); 35 great-grandchildren (6 with spouses); and 14 great-great grandchildren; as well as her many nieces, nephews and friends who will also miss her generous spirit. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday afternoon, April 19, 2021 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday morning, April 20, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at the Westside Church of Christ in Imperial, Nebraska with Mr. Wesley Wynn and Mr. Randy Hayes officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Imperial. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Annabel's name to Savior Hospice &amp; Palliative Care, 4530 E. Shea Blvd, Suite 160, Phoenix, AR&nbsp; 85028-6042. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at LiewerFuneralHome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska in entrusted with arrangements.To our Mother: Our Father in Heaven&nbsp;whose love is Divine,&nbsp;Thanks for the love&nbsp;of a Mother like ours…&nbsp;And in thy great mercy&nbsp;look down from above, And grant this Mother&nbsp;the gift of your love.&nbsp;An all through the year, whatever betide her,&nbsp;Assure her each day&nbsp;that you are beside her… And Father in Heaven&nbsp;show us the way&nbsp;To lighten her tasks and brighten her day&nbsp;And bless her dear heart&nbsp;with the insight to see That her love means more&nbsp;than the world to us.

Jessie Annabel Pump  (1920-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Velma Marie (Wilson) Walker of Maywood, Nebraska, age 96, passed away on April 10, 2021 at North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on February 15, 1925 at Culbertson, Nebraska, the eldest of seven children, to Dorsey and Lula (Gray) Wilson.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Lenord L. Walker on June 7, 1943.&nbsp; To this union four children were born:&nbsp; Dixie, Judy, Larry, &amp; Rodney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Velma was preceded in death by her husband, Lenord, on November 15, 1996; her parents, two brothers, two sisters; seven brothers-in-law and seven sisters-in-law. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She leaves to morn her passing: daughter Dixie Higby and husband Velvin of Olympia, WA, daughter Judy Schultz and husband Arvene of Maywood, NE, son Larry Walker and wife Deborah of Kent, WA, and son Rodney Walker and wife Kristine of North Platte, NE; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one brother Darwin Wilson and wife Vona of Culbertson, NE; one sister Sharon Felker of Granby, CO; one sister-in-law Norma Wilson of McCook, NE; one brother-in-law Jack Bishop of Culbertson, NE; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She followed her husband in the military for five years; they lived on the Willow Creek place for three years, moved to the ranch west of Maywood in 1949, and retired into Maywood in 1974.&nbsp; Velma helped with the cattle, farming, and irrigation.&nbsp; She taught country grade school, young people's Sunday school, was a cosmetologist, a registered EMT, and worked in a nursing home.&nbsp; She loved to bowl and play cards, but love of family was always first and foremost. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Authored by Velma M. Walker

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at the Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE with Gary Smith officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in&nbsp; Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Frontier County EMT's. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Velma Marie (Wilson) Walker of Maywood, Nebraska, age 96, passed away on April 10, 2021 at North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born on February 15, 1925 at Culbertson, Nebraska, the eldest of seven children, to Dorsey and Lula (Gray) Wilson.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Lenord L. Walker on June 7, 1943.&nbsp; To this union four children were born:&nbsp; Dixie, Judy, Larry, &amp; Rodney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Velma was preceded in death by her husband, Lenord, on November 15, 1996; her parents, two brothers, two sisters; seven brothers-in-law and seven sisters-in-law. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She leaves to morn her passing: daughter Dixie Higby and husband Velvin of Olympia, WA, daughter Judy Schultz and husband Arvene of Maywood, NE, son Larry Walker and wife Deborah of Kent, WA, and son Rodney Walker and wife Kristine of North Platte, NE; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one brother Darwin Wilson and wife Vona of Culbertson, NE; one sister Sharon Felker of Granby, CO; one sister-in-law Norma Wilson of McCook, NE; one brother-in-law Jack Bishop of Culbertson, NE; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She followed her husband in the military for five years; they lived on the Willow Creek place for three years, moved to the ranch west of Maywood in 1949, and retired into Maywood in 1974.&nbsp; Velma helped with the cattle, farming, and irrigation.&nbsp; She taught country grade school, young people's Sunday school, was a cosmetologist, a registered EMT, and worked in a nursing home.&nbsp; She loved to bowl and play cards, but love of family was always first and foremost. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Authored by Velma M. Walker&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at the Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE with Gary Smith officiating.&nbsp; A private family burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in&nbsp; Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Frontier County EMT's. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Velma Marie Walker  (1925-2021)

William Jacob “Bill” Pittman, age 65 of Lexington, Nebraska passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at his home.

Bill was born June 22, 1955 in Omaha, Nebraska to William Jacob and Luellea (Exline) Pittman. He graduated from Plattsmouth High School with the class of 1973.&nbsp; After graduation he enrolled in the Missouri Institute Of Technology. In 1975 he moved to Lexington, Nebraska and began his career in electronics at Reach Electronics, Bill had worked for Reach –Veetronix until the time of his death. In 2011 he purchased a bar in Overton, Nebraska and later sold it.

Bill was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington. He enjoyed golfing, coin collecting, genealogy, playing fantasy football, bowling and playing cards with his buddies.

Bill is survived by his mother and step father; Luella and Lee Hedlund of Bellevue, Nebraska; two brothers, Joe and wife Mary of Glenwood, Iowa and Tim and Lisa of Bennington, Nebraska; several step siblings, two nieces and one nephew, three great-nieces, three great-nephews; as well as a host of friends and coworkers.

Bill is preceded in death by his father, William Jacob, Sr. in 1992.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.

Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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 </figure>William Jacob “Bill” Pittman, age 65 of Lexington, Nebraska passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at his home.Bill was born June 22, 1955 in Omaha, Nebraska to William Jacob and Luellea (Exline) Pittman. He graduated from Plattsmouth High School with the class of 1973.&nbsp; After graduation he enrolled in the Missouri Institute Of Technology. In 1975 he moved to Lexington, Nebraska and began his career in electronics at Reach Electronics, Bill had worked for Reach –Veetronix until the time of his death. In 2011 he purchased a bar in Overton, Nebraska and later sold it.Bill was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington. He enjoyed golfing, coin collecting, genealogy, playing fantasy football, bowling and playing cards with his buddies.Bill is survived by his mother and step father; Luella and Lee Hedlund of Bellevue, Nebraska; two brothers, Joe and wife Mary of Glenwood, Iowa and Tim and Lisa of Bennington, Nebraska; several step siblings, two nieces and one nephew, three great-nieces, three great-nephews; as well as a host of friends and coworkers.Bill is preceded in death by his father, William Jacob, Sr. in 1992.A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

William Jacob Pittman, Jr.  (1955-2021)

Bernard I. "Bernie" Sorensen, age 81, of Big Springs, Nebraska passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. Bernie was born at the farmhouse north of Big Springs, NE on December 9, 1939 to his parents Ivan and Gladys Sorensen. He was the youngest of three siblings, Vivian Marie and Donald Melvin Sorensen. Bernie attended rural school, playing a piano solo at 8th graduation. He graduated from Big Springs High School with the Class of 1957. He attended University in Lincoln, as well as worked for Able Construction Company. Bernie attended night classes while employed at Able Construction Co. Bernie moved to Denver and took a job with Montgomery Ward in retail sales while attending night classes at University of Colorado. Bernie and Cathy McClung were married Sept. 3, 1961 at the Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska. He began farming north of Big Springs at the Otto Mauser farm, where they raised their two children, Karma Dee and Kyle William. Bernie served 15 years on the Big Springs school board. Bernie acquired his private pilot license in 1975, and his Real Estate license in 1978. Bernie was in a partnership with Larry Cummings with Cumming Realty Inc. for 30 years. He enjoyed selling farm and ranch land and meeting new people from different areas. He was a partner with Harold McClung in the 70's and 80's in the trucking business. He developed land in the Broadwater area, flying his help to and from work. His hobbies included golf, hunting, and fishing as well as working in the shop with Kyle. He was a life member of the Elks and is a member of the United Methodist Church of Big Springs. In 1999, Bernie and Cathy began enjoying the winter months at their home in Mesa, AZ. He was a member of the Fountain of the Sun Country Club where he played golf four days a week, meeting many new friends from many different states as well as Canada. He always went by the saying, "everything has a place and everything is in its place." Survivors include his wife, Cathyrn, of 59 years; his daughter, Karma Dee and husband, Bob, of Colorado Springs, Colorado and son Kyle William and his wife, Tami, of Big Springs, Nebraska; grandsons, Andrew Olson and wife Courtney and their two daughters Audrey and Alayna of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Tyler Olson and wife Kayla and son Easton of Cheyenne, Wyoming; a brother, Don Sorensen and wife Anna of San Antonio, Texas; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by an infant son, Douglas Allen; parents, Ivan and Gladys (Burnham); as well as a sister, Marie Palser Roome. A memorial has been established in his memory for later designation. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com. Memorial services will be Friday, April 16, 2021 at 2:00pm at Big Springs Assembly of God in Big Springs, NE. Interment of cremains will be in the Big Springs Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg, Colorado is assisting the Sorensen Family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Bernard I. "Bernie" Sorensen, age 81, of Big Springs, Nebraska passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. Bernie was born at the farmhouse north of Big Springs, NE on December 9, 1939 to his parents Ivan and Gladys Sorensen. He was the youngest of three siblings, Vivian Marie and Donald Melvin Sorensen. Bernie attended rural school, playing a piano solo at 8th graduation. He graduated from Big Springs High School with the Class of 1957. He attended University in Lincoln, as well as worked for Able Construction Company. Bernie attended night classes while employed at Able Construction Co. Bernie moved to Denver and took a job with Montgomery Ward in retail sales while attending night classes at University of Colorado. Bernie and Cathy McClung were married Sept. 3, 1961 at the Methodist Church in Ogallala, Nebraska. He began farming north of Big Springs at the Otto Mauser farm, where they raised their two children, Karma Dee and Kyle William. Bernie served 15 years on the Big Springs school board. Bernie acquired his private pilot license in 1975, and his Real Estate license in 1978. Bernie was in a partnership with Larry Cummings with Cumming Realty Inc. for 30 years. He enjoyed selling farm and ranch land and meeting new people from different areas. He was a partner with Harold McClung in the 70's and 80's in the trucking business. He developed land in the Broadwater area, flying his help to and from work. His hobbies included golf, hunting, and fishing as well as working in the shop with Kyle. He was a life member of the Elks and is a member of the United Methodist Church of Big Springs. In 1999, Bernie and Cathy began enjoying the winter months at their home in Mesa, AZ. He was a member of the Fountain of the Sun Country Club where he played golf four days a week, meeting many new friends from many different states as well as Canada. He always went by the saying, "everything has a place and everything is in its place." Survivors include his wife, Cathyrn, of 59 years; his daughter, Karma Dee and husband, Bob, of Colorado Springs, Colorado and son Kyle William and his wife, Tami, of Big Springs, Nebraska; grandsons, Andrew Olson and wife Courtney and their two daughters Audrey and Alayna of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Tyler Olson and wife Kayla and son Easton of Cheyenne, Wyoming; a brother, Don Sorensen and wife Anna of San Antonio, Texas; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was preceded in death by an infant son, Douglas Allen; parents, Ivan and Gladys (Burnham); as well as a sister, Marie Palser Roome. A memorial has been established in his memory for later designation. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com. Memorial services will be Friday, April 16, 2021 at 2:00pm at Big Springs Assembly of God in Big Springs, NE. Interment of cremains will be in the Big Springs Cemetery. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg, Colorado is assisting the Sorensen Family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bernard I. "Bernie" Sorensen  (1939-2021)

Lois M. Gaston, age 83, of Grant, Nebraska passed away, Thursday, April 8, 2021 at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado.

Lois was born March 31, 1938 in Fairbury, Nebraska to James and Edna (Weyer) Thompson. She received her education in Alexandria, Nebraska, Long Beach, California, and Fairbury, Nebraska, graduating from Fairbury High School in 1956.

On June 30, 1956 Lois was united in marriage to Alvin L. Gaston in Alexandria. The couple made their home in Fairbury and later in Maryville, Missouri. They moved to Grant, Nebraska in 1966. Lois was employed at John Deere Implement in Grant, Perkins County Hospital and Perkins County Sheriff's Office. Her hobbies included crocheting, reading and traveling. Lois most importantly loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren She was a member of the Grant United Methodist Church and the U.M.W. Mrs. Gaston was a charter president and was active in the B.P.O. Elks Does.

Lois is survived by her daughter; Brenda (Randy) Barry-Schommer of Chadron, Nebraska; three sons; Rodney (Pam) Gaston of McCook, Nebraska; Bradley (Diane) Gaston of Crawford, Nebraska; Stephen (Chelle) Gaston of Venango, Nebraska; grandchildren; Rick ( Jennifer) Barry of Crawford, Nebraska, Mitch (Heather) Barry of Chadron, Nebraska. Brian (Tracy) Gaston of Cheney, Washington, Cory Gaston of Glenwood, Iowa, Kyle ( Marissa) Gaston of Hooper, Nebraska, Gregory Gaston of McCook, Nebraska, Jason Gaston of Golden, Colorado, Dr. Jeffrey Gaston of Elk Grove, California, Chantel (Josh) Wegener of Littleton, Colorado, Austin (Krista) Gaston of Madrid, Nebraska, Zac (Larissa) White of Ogallala, Nebraska, and Elijah Gaston of Venango, Nebraska; 8 great-granddaughters; Natalie, Averielle, Rylan, Mayley, Kalen, Kayla, Ann and Lily; and 6 great-grandsons; Kasen, Mitch, Troy, Jayden, Benjamin, and Taylor.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin; her parents; her three brothers; Don, Clifford, and James Thompson; and her three sisters; Frances McKay, Ruth Anderson and Ann Aguilar.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 14, 2021&nbsp;in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, Nebraska from 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., with the family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, April 15, 2021&nbsp;at 10:00 a.m., from the United Methodist Church in Grant, Nebraska with Rev. Lorri Kentner officiating.

Cremation to follow services with private family interment of cremains in the Fairview Cemetery of Grant at a later date.

Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button. The service will be recorded and put on the website after the service.

A memorial has been established in her memory.

COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended.

Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Lois M. Gaston, age 83, of Grant, Nebraska passed away, Thursday, April 8, 2021 at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado.Lois was born March 31, 1938 in Fairbury, Nebraska to James and Edna (Weyer) Thompson. She received her education in Alexandria, Nebraska, Long Beach, California, and Fairbury, Nebraska, graduating from Fairbury High School in 1956.On June 30, 1956 Lois was united in marriage to Alvin L. Gaston in Alexandria. The couple made their home in Fairbury and later in Maryville, Missouri. They moved to Grant, Nebraska in 1966. Lois was employed at John Deere Implement in Grant, Perkins County Hospital and Perkins County Sheriff's Office. Her hobbies included crocheting, reading and traveling. Lois most importantly loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren She was a member of the Grant United Methodist Church and the U.M.W. Mrs. Gaston was a charter president and was active in the B.P.O. Elks Does.Lois is survived by her daughter; Brenda (Randy) Barry-Schommer of Chadron, Nebraska; three sons; Rodney (Pam) Gaston of McCook, Nebraska; Bradley (Diane) Gaston of Crawford, Nebraska; Stephen (Chelle) Gaston of Venango, Nebraska; grandchildren; Rick ( Jennifer) Barry of Crawford, Nebraska, Mitch (Heather) Barry of Chadron, Nebraska. Brian (Tracy) Gaston of Cheney, Washington, Cory Gaston of Glenwood, Iowa, Kyle ( Marissa) Gaston of Hooper, Nebraska, Gregory Gaston of McCook, Nebraska, Jason Gaston of Golden, Colorado, Dr. Jeffrey Gaston of Elk Grove, California, Chantel (Josh) Wegener of Littleton, Colorado, Austin (Krista) Gaston of Madrid, Nebraska, Zac (Larissa) White of Ogallala, Nebraska, and Elijah Gaston of Venango, Nebraska; 8 great-granddaughters; Natalie, Averielle, Rylan, Mayley, Kalen, Kayla, Ann and Lily; and 6 great-grandsons; Kasen, Mitch, Troy, Jayden, Benjamin, and Taylor.She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin; her parents; her three brothers; Don, Clifford, and James Thompson; and her three sisters; Frances McKay, Ruth Anderson and Ann Aguilar.Visitation will be Wednesday, April 14, 2021&nbsp;in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, Nebraska from 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., with the family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, April 15, 2021&nbsp;at 10:00 a.m., from the United Methodist Church in Grant, Nebraska with Rev. Lorri Kentner officiating.Cremation to follow services with private family interment of cremains in the Fairview Cemetery of Grant at a later date.Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button. The service will be recorded and put on the website after the service.A memorial has been established in her memory.COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended.Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

Lois Marlene Gaston  (1938-2021)

Frances Marie Scott went home to the Lord and her beloved Franklin, peacefully, on April 10th, 2021 in Broken Bow, Nebraska. Frances and Fern were born to Ralph and Elsie Spencer near Weissert, Nebraska on March 31, 1922. The attending doctor doubted she'd survive. Her family placed little Frances in a shoebox near the corn cob burning stove to keep her warm and she outlasted that prognosis by 99 years.

Frances was third of eleven children and attended country school. Growing up on a farm, Frances developed a solid work ethic and love of God. She worked several jobs during her lifetime, most notably during World War Two, when Frances and her sister, Ellamae, served their country at a munitions plant in Grand Island, Nebraska. She married Franklin Leroy &nbsp;Scott, Sr. in 1949 and the couple settled in Arnold, Nebraska. Together they raised Frank, Pat, Peg and Bonnie. Despite losing Franklin in 1975, Frances and her children moved forward. She was the proud grandmother of Mesa and Sonny, and great grandmother to Kengy, Chance and Jace.

Frances was mother-in-law to Frank's wife Norna, and Bonnie's husband,&nbsp;J.P. Family meant everything to Frances. She was in her glory at the annual Spencer family reunion on Labor Day weekend. Frances was a cheerful morning person and was always singing hymns while she worked.

Frances is survived by her son Frank Scott (Norna); daughters Peg, Pat and Bonnie Scott (J.P. Skelly); two grandchildren, Mesa Boersen (Chris) and Sonny Scott (Sarah); three great grandchildren, Kengy Boersen, Chance Boersen and Jace Scott' sisters Ellamae Moseley, Iola Purintan and Jean Olson. 

Frances was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Franklin; a daughter, Sandra Jean, at birth; Frances' parents Ralph and Elsie Spencer; brothers Howard and Dick Spencer; twin sister, Fern Spencer; and sisters, Ethel Sams, Viola Lucas, Vivian York, Darlene Ahrens and Kathleen Payne.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arnold Baptist Church or Gandy Community Church in memory of Frances are appreciated.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 10:30 am at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, Nebraska with Pastor Irv Jennings officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken, Bow, Nebraska and Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 8:30 am to service time at the Arnold Baptist Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Arnold is in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com

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 </figure>Frances Marie Scott went home to the Lord and her beloved Franklin, peacefully, on April 10th, 2021 in Broken Bow, Nebraska. Frances and Fern were born to Ralph and Elsie Spencer near Weissert, Nebraska on March 31, 1922. The attending doctor doubted she'd survive. Her family placed little Frances in a shoebox near the corn cob burning stove to keep her warm and she outlasted that prognosis by 99 years.Frances was third of eleven children and attended country school. Growing up on a farm, Frances developed a solid work ethic and love of God. She worked several jobs during her lifetime, most notably during World War Two, when Frances and her sister, Ellamae, served their country at a munitions plant in Grand Island, Nebraska. She married Franklin Leroy &nbsp;Scott, Sr. in 1949 and the couple settled in Arnold, Nebraska. Together they raised Frank, Pat, Peg and Bonnie. Despite losing Franklin in 1975, Frances and her children moved forward. She was the proud grandmother of Mesa and Sonny, and great grandmother to Kengy, Chance and Jace.Frances was mother-in-law to Frank's wife Norna, and Bonnie's husband,&nbsp;J.P. Family meant everything to Frances. She was in her glory at the annual Spencer family reunion on Labor Day weekend. Frances was a cheerful morning person and was always singing hymns while she worked.Frances is survived by her son Frank Scott (Norna); daughters Peg, Pat and Bonnie Scott (J.P. Skelly); two grandchildren, Mesa Boersen (Chris) and Sonny Scott (Sarah); three great grandchildren, Kengy Boersen, Chance Boersen and Jace Scott' sisters Ellamae Moseley, Iola Purintan and Jean Olson. Frances was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Franklin; a daughter, Sandra Jean, at birth; Frances' parents Ralph and Elsie Spencer; brothers Howard and Dick Spencer; twin sister, Fern Spencer; and sisters, Ethel Sams, Viola Lucas, Vivian York, Darlene Ahrens and Kathleen Payne.In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arnold Baptist Church or Gandy Community Church in memory of Frances are appreciated.Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 10:30 am at the Arnold Baptist Church in Arnold, Nebraska with Pastor Irv Jennings officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken, Bow, Nebraska and Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 8:30 am to service time at the Arnold Baptist Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Arnold is in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com

Frances Marie Scott  (1922-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shirley LaVerne Dodge, age 86, of Callaway, Nebraska died on April 9, 2021 at the Callaway Good Life Center in Callaway.&nbsp; She was born on July 17, 1934. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska with Pastor Dean Haidle officiating.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at www.govierbrothers.com for those who are unable to attend.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be prior to the services at the church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shirley LaVerne Dodge is survivied by 3 sons, Ernest (Brigette) Dodge of Lincoln, Nebraska, Steve (Deb) Dodge of Omaha, Nebraska, and Fred Dodge of Annapolis, Maryland; her daughter, Teresa McGee of Kearney, Nebraska; 8 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; a brother, Myron Mason of Anselmo, Nebraska; and a sister, Vera Russell of Albuquerque, New Mexico. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, Nebraska is entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shirley LaVerne Dodge, age 86, of Callaway, Nebraska died on April 9, 2021 at the Callaway Good Life Center in Callaway.&nbsp; She was born on July 17, 1934. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska with Pastor Dean Haidle officiating.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at www.govierbrothers.com for those who are unable to attend.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be prior to the services at the church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Shirley LaVerne Dodge is survivied by 3 sons, Ernest (Brigette) Dodge of Lincoln, Nebraska, Steve (Deb) Dodge of Omaha, Nebraska, and Fred Dodge of Annapolis, Maryland; her daughter, Teresa McGee of Kearney, Nebraska; 8 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; a brother, Myron Mason of Anselmo, Nebraska; and a sister, Vera Russell of Albuquerque, New Mexico. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, Nebraska is entrusted with the arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Shirley LaVerne Dodge  (1934-2021)

Vernon Albert Cullers, formerly of Cozad, Nebraska passed away at his home on Sunday, March 21, 2021 in Sun City, Arizona at the age of 83.

 Vernon was born July 21, 1937 in Whitney, Nebraska to Cecil &amp; Leta (Gobel) Cullers, the second of 3 sons. He attended school in Whitney until he went to Chadron Prep High School. Vernon graduated with the class of 1955 and then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on February 27, 1956. He was part of Company D 1st Tank Battalion 1st Marine Division. He was stationed at MCRD San Diego, Camp Pendleton and Lake Mead. He received an honorable discharge April 12, 1958 and was part of the Active Reserve 9th Marine Corps Reserve and Recruitment District until February 26, 1962.

Vernon was united in marriage on October 13, 1957 to Lois Marthena Birdsall. Their union was blessed with three children, Julie, David and Audra. The marriage ended in 1980.

On August 22, 1981, Vernon married Laraine J (White) Laird. He welcomed stepson, Todd Laird, and stepdaughter, Ramona Laird. They were married until Laraine's passing in December 2008.

In July 2009 while attending his high school class reunion, Vernon was reacquainted with former classmate Linda K (Neeland) Brotherson. Their friendship quickly blossomed, and they began dating. On March 7, 2010 they were married in Manhattan, Kansas. He was fortunate to add, once again, to his family with her sons, Marty and Monte. Vern and Linda lived in Manhattan, Kansas for a short time until they made the decision to leave their Lake House and move permanently to the Phoenix, Arizona area.

As a child, Vernon and his brothers were raised to value hard work. He participated in 4-H and sports. As a teenager he enjoyed going to Hot Springs, South Dakota to swim at Evans Plunge and to Mount Rushmore. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. As his children grew, he enjoyed taking them snowmobiling and spent many weekends camping with family and friends. He enjoyed taking trips on his Gold Wing motorcycle. Vernon was employed for almost 30 years as a USDA Meat Inspector. As an Inspector it allowed the family to live in Nebraska, Rochester and Buffalo, New York, and back to Iowa and Nebraska. His final assignment before retirement was at Kansas State Science Lab. He was a member of the Cozad Volunteer Fire Department and served as First Aid Chief for the EMS Squad. After moving to Manhattan, he became a faithful fan of Kansas State Wildcat sports. Vern and Laraine had a great group of friends and enjoyed tailgating with them. Vernon loved the outdoors and never passed up a chance to take you on a road trip to see something new. He had an infectious smile, a great sense of humor and a love for adventure.

Vernon leaves behind his son David (Kelli) Cullers and daughter Julie (Kris) Fingerhut, both of Cozad, Nebraska, and daughter Audra (Kevin) Williams of Lexington, Nebraska; stepsons Todd (Pam) Laird of Manhattan, Kansas, Marty (Katie) Brotherson of Phoenix, Arizona, and Monte Brotherson of Oklahoma; grandchildren Broc Carpenter of Lexington, Nebras,a Brooke (Thomas) Twyford of Cozad, Nebraska, Jason Williams of Cozad, Nebraska, Kayla (Corey) Urban of Cozad, Nebraska, Julia (Kole) Harrach of Lincoln, Nebraska, Nicholas (Amberlyn) Cullers and Chandler Cullers, both of Cozad, Nebraska; step grandchildren, Ty Mosier of Manhattan, Kansas, Desirae Laird of Douglas, Wyoming, Shelby Laird of Fremont, Nebraska, Colt Brotherson of Phoenix, Arizona; 12 great grandchildren; brothers, Richard (Marian) Cullers of Mesa, Arizona and Kenneth (Helen) Cullers of Ord, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents Cecil &amp; Leta Cullers, wife Laraine Cullers, wife Linda Cullers and stepdaughter Ramona Laird. 

Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. 

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Cozad Christian Church with Pastor Mike Moore officiating. A private family burial will be at Cozad Cemetery.

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 </figure>Vernon Albert Cullers, formerly of Cozad, Nebraska passed away at his home on Sunday, March 21, 2021 in Sun City, Arizona at the age of 83. Vernon was born July 21, 1937 in Whitney, Nebraska to Cecil &amp; Leta (Gobel) Cullers, the second of 3 sons. He attended school in Whitney until he went to Chadron Prep High School. Vernon graduated with the class of 1955 and then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on February 27, 1956. He was part of Company D 1st Tank Battalion 1st Marine Division. He was stationed at MCRD San Diego, Camp Pendleton and Lake Mead. He received an honorable discharge April 12, 1958 and was part of the Active Reserve 9th Marine Corps Reserve and Recruitment District until February 26, 1962.Vernon was united in marriage on October 13, 1957 to Lois Marthena Birdsall. Their union was blessed with three children, Julie, David and Audra. The marriage ended in 1980.On August 22, 1981, Vernon married Laraine J (White) Laird. He welcomed stepson, Todd Laird, and stepdaughter, Ramona Laird. They were married until Laraine's passing in December 2008.In July 2009 while attending his high school class reunion, Vernon was reacquainted with former classmate Linda K (Neeland) Brotherson. Their friendship quickly blossomed, and they began dating. On March 7, 2010 they were married in Manhattan, Kansas. He was fortunate to add, once again, to his family with her sons, Marty and Monte. Vern and Linda lived in Manhattan, Kansas for a short time until they made the decision to leave their Lake House and move permanently to the Phoenix, Arizona area.As a child, Vernon and his brothers were raised to value hard work. He participated in 4-H and sports. As a teenager he enjoyed going to Hot Springs, South Dakota to swim at Evans Plunge and to Mount Rushmore. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. As his children grew, he enjoyed taking them snowmobiling and spent many weekends camping with family and friends. He enjoyed taking trips on his Gold Wing motorcycle. Vernon was employed for almost 30 years as a USDA Meat Inspector. As an Inspector it allowed the family to live in Nebraska, Rochester and Buffalo, New York, and back to Iowa and Nebraska. His final assignment before retirement was at Kansas State Science Lab. He was a member of the Cozad Volunteer Fire Department and served as First Aid Chief for the EMS Squad. After moving to Manhattan, he became a faithful fan of Kansas State Wildcat sports. Vern and Laraine had a great group of friends and enjoyed tailgating with them. Vernon loved the outdoors and never passed up a chance to take you on a road trip to see something new. He had an infectious smile, a great sense of humor and a love for adventure.Vernon leaves behind his son David (Kelli) Cullers and daughter Julie (Kris) Fingerhut, both of Cozad, Nebraska, and daughter Audra (Kevin) Williams of Lexington, Nebraska; stepsons Todd (Pam) Laird of Manhattan, Kansas, Marty (Katie) Brotherson of Phoenix, Arizona, and Monte Brotherson of Oklahoma; grandchildren Broc Carpenter of Lexington, Nebras,a Brooke (Thomas) Twyford of Cozad, Nebraska, Jason Williams of Cozad, Nebraska, Kayla (Corey) Urban of Cozad, Nebraska, Julia (Kole) Harrach of Lincoln, Nebraska, Nicholas (Amberlyn) Cullers and Chandler Cullers, both of Cozad, Nebraska; step grandchildren, Ty Mosier of Manhattan, Kansas, Desirae Laird of Douglas, Wyoming, Shelby Laird of Fremont, Nebraska, Colt Brotherson of Phoenix, Arizona; 12 great grandchildren; brothers, Richard (Marian) Cullers of Mesa, Arizona and Kenneth (Helen) Cullers of Ord, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.Vernon was preceded in death by his parents Cecil &amp; Leta Cullers, wife Laraine Cullers, wife Linda Cullers and stepdaughter Ramona Laird. He will be greatly missed. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Cozad Christian Church with Pastor Mike Moore officiating. A private family burial will be at Cozad Cemetery.

Vernon Albert Cullers  (1937-2021)

Alvin Raymond 'Al' Rothmeyer, age 85, resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away at&nbsp; Community Hospital&nbsp; of McCook on April 6, 2021.

Al was born in Cedar Bluffs, Kansas on July 8th, 1935 to Alvin (Bud) and Mary (Sughroue) Rothmeyer. He attended school in McCook, graduating from McCook High School in 1953. Al served in the United States Army, stationed in Korea from October 21, 1953 until October 20, 1955.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then transferred to the Army Reserve serving out his enlistment.&nbsp;

Al&nbsp;was married to Ruth Karen Janisch and to this union&nbsp;five&nbsp;children were born: Steven, Judy, Deborah, Jacquelyn and&nbsp;David.&nbsp;

Al farmed south of Indianola, Nebraska. He owned and operated his own AGR Commodities business in McCook. Al was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, McCook Eagles and the Elks Lodge. He enjoyed shooting pool, playing cards, and socializing with friends.&nbsp;

Al&nbsp;was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and&nbsp;Mary; son, David&nbsp;Raymond&nbsp;Rothmeyer; step-grandson, Andrew Burrell;&nbsp;siblings, Lorene Phillips&nbsp;and&nbsp;Gary&nbsp;Rothmeyer; brothers-in-law Ted Phillips,&nbsp;Dean&nbsp;Lawson and John Jones.&nbsp;

Al is survived by Ann Macfee of McCook, NE, his companion of 25 years; children, Steven (Sherri) Rothmeyer of McCook, NE, Judy (Joe) Haverland of Perham, MN, Deborah (James) Rice of Wappapello, MO, and Jacquelyn Rothmeyer of&nbsp;&nbsp;Albuquerque, NM; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Dolores Lawson of Hays Center, NE, Anne Jones of Grand Island, NE, Wayne (Judy) Rothmeyer of Las Vegas, NV, Larry (Sandra) Rothmeyer of Leavenworth, KS; and sister-in-law, Connie Rothmeyer of Olive Branch, MS.

Memorial Cremation Service will be held at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 2:00 PM.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in McCook, NE with Military Honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may leave on-line condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Al Rothmeyer's name at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook, Nebraska entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Alvin Raymond 'Al' Rothmeyer, age 85, resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away at&nbsp; Community Hospital&nbsp; of McCook on April 6, 2021.Al was born in Cedar Bluffs, Kansas on July 8th, 1935 to Alvin (Bud) and Mary (Sughroue) Rothmeyer. He attended school in McCook, graduating from McCook High School in 1953. Al served in the United States Army, stationed in Korea from October 21, 1953 until October 20, 1955.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then transferred to the Army Reserve serving out his enlistment.&nbsp;Al&nbsp;was married to Ruth Karen Janisch and to this union&nbsp;five&nbsp;children were born: Steven, Judy, Deborah, Jacquelyn and&nbsp;David.&nbsp;Al farmed south of Indianola, Nebraska. He owned and operated his own AGR Commodities business in McCook. Al was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, McCook Eagles and the Elks Lodge. He enjoyed shooting pool, playing cards, and socializing with friends.&nbsp;Al&nbsp;was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and&nbsp;Mary; son, David&nbsp;Raymond&nbsp;Rothmeyer; step-grandson, Andrew Burrell;&nbsp;siblings, Lorene Phillips&nbsp;and&nbsp;Gary&nbsp;Rothmeyer; brothers-in-law Ted Phillips,&nbsp;Dean&nbsp;Lawson and John Jones.&nbsp;Al is survived by Ann Macfee of McCook, NE, his companion of 25 years; children, Steven (Sherri) Rothmeyer of McCook, NE, Judy (Joe) Haverland of Perham, MN, Deborah (James) Rice of Wappapello, MO, and Jacquelyn Rothmeyer of&nbsp;&nbsp;Albuquerque, NM; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Dolores Lawson of Hays Center, NE, Anne Jones of Grand Island, NE, Wayne (Judy) Rothmeyer of Las Vegas, NV, Larry (Sandra) Rothmeyer of Leavenworth, KS; and sister-in-law, Connie Rothmeyer of Olive Branch, MS.Memorial Cremation Service will be held at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 2:00 PM.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in McCook, NE with Military Honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may leave on-line condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Al Rothmeyer's name at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook, Nebraska entrusted with arrangements.

Alvin Raymond 'Al' Rothmeyer  (1935-2021)

David Edwin Gibbens went to be with the Lord and Savior on April 10, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer. David (Dave) was born to Ted and Mary (Hafer) Gibbens on February 27, 1943 in Pueblo Colorado. In 1946, Dave and his family moved to the Clear Creek Ranch in Granite, Colorado. There they raised sheep and cattle. Dave attended elementary school in Granite until the 8th grade and graduated in 1961, from St John’s Military School in Salina Kansas. Dave had very fond memories of his years in Salina, where he made many friends. After graduating high school, Dave returned to the family ranch in Granite. This is where he would meet his wife Mary Bennett. Mary and Dave married October 5, 1962. They had two girls, Connie and Kathy. While living in Granite, Dave worked on the ranch and at the Leadville Climax Mine where he mined for molybdenum. In 1966 Dave, Mary, and the girls moved to New Castle, Colorado. Dave was employed at Avery Construction and Rippy Construction, before starting his own heavy equipment construction business in the early 1970’s. Dave operated Gibbens Construction Company until 2009 when he and Mary moved to Palisade, Nebraska. Dave loved working with heavy equipment, and playing in the dirt. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and playing with his grandkids and great grand kids. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Mary; sister, Mary Jean Billups; brother &amp; sister-in-law, Pete and Carol Gibbens; and sister in law, Suzy Beede. Dave is survived by his wife, Mary, of 58 years; sisters-in-law, Lee Smith of Boise, ID and Nancy VanderHoop (Dave) of Boulder, Co; brothers-in-law, Don Bennett (Anneke) of Coeur d’Alene, ID and Bob Beede of Eagle, ID; foster son, Tim Frett of Parachute, CO; daughters, Connie Brott (Larry) of Hayes Center NE and Kathy Hangs of Silt CO; grandchildren Summer Montover (Adam), Nolan Brott (Lacey), Nathan Brott (Hannah), Abbie Brott, Tessa Stinson (Blaine), Jessica Hangs, and Jacey Hangs-Fritzlan; 11 Great-Grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday Morning, April 14, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. (CT) at the Church of God, in Trenton, Nebraska with Rev. Dave Davidson officiating. Dave chose cremation, and his ashes will be spread at the Lost Canyon, in Granite, Colorado. Condolences may be sent to the family at 36254 Road 725 Palisade, Nebraska 69040. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to, Community Health Care and Hospice 711 East 11th St. Suite A McCook, NE 69001 or El Dorado Manor 71434 Hwy 25 Trenton, NE 69044. On line condolences maybe left at LiewerFuneralHome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>David Edwin Gibbens went to be with the Lord and Savior on April 10, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer. David (Dave) was born to Ted and Mary (Hafer) Gibbens on February 27, 1943 in Pueblo Colorado. In 1946, Dave and his family moved to the Clear Creek Ranch in Granite, Colorado. There they raised sheep and cattle. Dave attended elementary school in Granite until the 8th grade and graduated in 1961, from St John’s Military School in Salina Kansas. Dave had very fond memories of his years in Salina, where he made many friends. After graduating high school, Dave returned to the family ranch in Granite. This is where he would meet his wife Mary Bennett. Mary and Dave married October 5, 1962. They had two girls, Connie and Kathy. While living in Granite, Dave worked on the ranch and at the Leadville Climax Mine where he mined for molybdenum. In 1966 Dave, Mary, and the girls moved to New Castle, Colorado. Dave was employed at Avery Construction and Rippy Construction, before starting his own heavy equipment construction business in the early 1970’s. Dave operated Gibbens Construction Company until 2009 when he and Mary moved to Palisade, Nebraska. Dave loved working with heavy equipment, and playing in the dirt. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and playing with his grandkids and great grand kids. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Mary; sister, Mary Jean Billups; brother &amp; sister-in-law, Pete and Carol Gibbens; and sister in law, Suzy Beede. Dave is survived by his wife, Mary, of 58 years; sisters-in-law, Lee Smith of Boise, ID and Nancy VanderHoop (Dave) of Boulder, Co; brothers-in-law, Don Bennett (Anneke) of Coeur d’Alene, ID and Bob Beede of Eagle, ID; foster son, Tim Frett of Parachute, CO; daughters, Connie Brott (Larry) of Hayes Center NE and Kathy Hangs of Silt CO; grandchildren Summer Montover (Adam), Nolan Brott (Lacey), Nathan Brott (Hannah), Abbie Brott, Tessa Stinson (Blaine), Jessica Hangs, and Jacey Hangs-Fritzlan; 11 Great-Grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday Morning, April 14, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. (CT) at the Church of God, in Trenton, Nebraska with Rev. Dave Davidson officiating. Dave chose cremation, and his ashes will be spread at the Lost Canyon, in Granite, Colorado. Condolences may be sent to the family at 36254 Road 725 Palisade, Nebraska 69040. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to, Community Health Care and Hospice 711 East 11th St. Suite A McCook, NE 69001 or El Dorado Manor 71434 Hwy 25 Trenton, NE 69044. On line condolences maybe left at LiewerFuneralHome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

David Edwin Gibbens  (1943-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley Allen Fox, age 81, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was born on July 13, 1939 in Moorefield, Nebraska to Clarence &amp; Lulu (Woolam) Fox.&nbsp; He was raised in Gothenburg, Nebraska and graduated from Gothenburg High School, where was an excellent student-athlete.&nbsp; Harley shined in track &amp; field, particularly the pole vault, where he earned and still holds the Men's High School State Record for Pole Vault with a steel pole. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley received a full-ride scholarship to UNL to compete in track.&nbsp; After a year at UNL, Harley transferred to Kearney State College where he met the love of his life, Kathleen Osborne, and the two were married a year later on January 2, 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley &amp; Kathleen made their home in Gothenburg, Nebraska for a couple of years before moving to Ogallala, Nebraska where Harley worked at Bahliman Furniture &amp; Floor Covering.&nbsp; Their union was richly blessed with the greatest of friends, many laughs, and three exceedingly handsome sons, Matthew, Andrew, and Daniel.&nbsp; Harley eventually purchased the flooring portion of Bahlimans and Fox Flooring was born. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was in the business during a carpeting Renaissance age, where carpet adorned every room in the house, from bathrooms to kitchens.&nbsp; He was brilliant at his trade, artful in ways that even an untrained eye could recognize.&nbsp; In an age where carpet was ubiquitous, Harley was a standout for his skill and artistry, if not also for his notably diminished warhorse of a work van, affectionately nicknamed 'Old Blue.' &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;For most of his lefe, Harley was a standout for one reason or another.&nbsp; For starters, he was of uncommon physical stature.&nbsp; His mental acuity was a good match for his physical and athletic gifts and undergirded his energetic humor.&nbsp; Harley was socially proficient and had mastered the art of telling a good story.&nbsp; Harley was typically the one in the room having the most fun, in the most boisterous ways.&nbsp; Whatever the occasion, from hunting or card playing to road trips and social gatherings, Harley's company was most often riotously entertaining and memorable. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley enjoyed people and had a great diversity of deep, meaningful friendships.&nbsp; He was devotedly competitive in all games and contests and had a gift for making even routinely shared pastimes into a contentious rivalry.&nbsp; Harley enjoyed golfing and hunting of all sorts, from pheasants and geese to mushrooms and frogs.&nbsp; He was also a passionate Husker fan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley had a good run in life, and he knew it.&nbsp; When his health began to falter, he always made it a point during family gatherings to stop everything in order to empty the sentiments of his heart.&nbsp; His familiar prayer intentions during the last few trials of health seem fitting in the wake of his absence:&nbsp; May God grant 'strenght for today and hope for tomorrow." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was baptized in the Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He was also involved with the Elks Club, Jaycees, Cub Scouts, Little League Baseball, and Community Choir. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Raymond &amp; Harold. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Kathleen of Ogallala, Nebraska; songs, Matthew (Tania) of Paxton, Nebraska, Andrew (Kimberly) of Parker, Colorado, and Daniel (Dawn) of Ogallala, Nebraska; grandchildren, Alec, Katie, Michael, Ryan, Jared, Nicholas, Morgan, and Rebecca; brother, Donald Fox of Cozad, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in&nbsp; Harley's memory for a later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live for those unable to attend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at Grace Point Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating.&nbsp; Interment of Cremains will be at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley Allen Fox, age 81, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at the Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was born on July 13, 1939 in Moorefield, Nebraska to Clarence &amp; Lulu (Woolam) Fox.&nbsp; He was raised in Gothenburg, Nebraska and graduated from Gothenburg High School, where was an excellent student-athlete.&nbsp; Harley shined in track &amp; field, particularly the pole vault, where he earned and still holds the Men's High School State Record for Pole Vault with a steel pole. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley received a full-ride scholarship to UNL to compete in track.&nbsp; After a year at UNL, Harley transferred to Kearney State College where he met the love of his life, Kathleen Osborne, and the two were married a year later on January 2, 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley &amp; Kathleen made their home in Gothenburg, Nebraska for a couple of years before moving to Ogallala, Nebraska where Harley worked at Bahliman Furniture &amp; Floor Covering.&nbsp; Their union was richly blessed with the greatest of friends, many laughs, and three exceedingly handsome sons, Matthew, Andrew, and Daniel.&nbsp; Harley eventually purchased the flooring portion of Bahlimans and Fox Flooring was born. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was in the business during a carpeting Renaissance age, where carpet adorned every room in the house, from bathrooms to kitchens.&nbsp; He was brilliant at his trade, artful in ways that even an untrained eye could recognize.&nbsp; In an age where carpet was ubiquitous, Harley was a standout for his skill and artistry, if not also for his notably diminished warhorse of a work van, affectionately nicknamed 'Old Blue.' &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;For most of his lefe, Harley was a standout for one reason or another.&nbsp; For starters, he was of uncommon physical stature.&nbsp; His mental acuity was a good match for his physical and athletic gifts and undergirded his energetic humor.&nbsp; Harley was socially proficient and had mastered the art of telling a good story.&nbsp; Harley was typically the one in the room having the most fun, in the most boisterous ways.&nbsp; Whatever the occasion, from hunting or card playing to road trips and social gatherings, Harley's company was most often riotously entertaining and memorable. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley enjoyed people and had a great diversity of deep, meaningful friendships.&nbsp; He was devotedly competitive in all games and contests and had a gift for making even routinely shared pastimes into a contentious rivalry.&nbsp; Harley enjoyed golfing and hunting of all sorts, from pheasants and geese to mushrooms and frogs.&nbsp; He was also a passionate Husker fan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley had a good run in life, and he knew it.&nbsp; When his health began to falter, he always made it a point during family gatherings to stop everything in order to empty the sentiments of his heart.&nbsp; His familiar prayer intentions during the last few trials of health seem fitting in the wake of his absence:&nbsp; May God grant 'strenght for today and hope for tomorrow." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was baptized in the Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He was also involved with the Elks Club, Jaycees, Cub Scouts, Little League Baseball, and Community Choir. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Harley was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Raymond &amp; Harold. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Kathleen of Ogallala, Nebraska; songs, Matthew (Tania) of Paxton, Nebraska, Andrew (Kimberly) of Parker, Colorado, and Daniel (Dawn) of Ogallala, Nebraska; grandchildren, Alec, Katie, Michael, Ryan, Jared, Nicholas, Morgan, and Rebecca; brother, Donald Fox of Cozad, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in&nbsp; Harley's memory for a later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live for those unable to attend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services will be on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at Grace Point Church in Ogallala, Nebraska with Pastor Curtis Tschetter officiating.&nbsp; Interment of Cremains will be at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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