Gene E Johnson, age 92, of Gothenburg, Nebraska died March 24, 2021 at Stone Hearth Estates, Gothenburg.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gene was born August 3, 1928 at the Farnam Hospital, in Farnam, Nebraska, son of Phillip and Elnora Johnson.&nbsp; His dad, Phillip was a farmer and his mother, Elnora was a housewife.&nbsp; Gene was the baby of the family with two older brothers and one older sister.&nbsp; When asked what he did to help on the farm, he commented "everything".&nbsp; He said they milked four to seven cows by hand twice a day.&nbsp; By the age of 14 he was running the rake for his dad, as they had a thrashing machine. He said they were dry land farmers and had some tough years. School was a mile and a half away, which he walked every day.&nbsp; He went to Curtis High School and graduated in 1945.

In 1950, Gene was drafted into the Army. When Gene was discharged, he came back to Farnam. Gene married Carole Adams on August 21, 1955 at Eustis, Nebraska.&nbsp; He bought his first semi and built his trucking business up to 13 trucks with 19 drivers.&nbsp; He was farming as well.&nbsp; To say he was a busy guy, was an understatement. Gene had another business which was custom harvesting.&nbsp; By 1962 they had 12 combines and would travel to Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska and then end up into the Dakotas. Gene commented that Carole would cook for 19 men out a of a small camper trailer.&nbsp; They harvested&nbsp; for 46 years together.&nbsp; Gene said with the different businesses he had, he always had great help, especially Carole.&nbsp; They moved a few times and settled in Gothenburg, Nebraska&nbsp; in 1981 and farmed until 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his daughter, Roxanne (Luke) Ritz of Gothenburg, Nebraska; daughter-in-law, Tami Johnson;&nbsp; four grandsons, Tanner (Mandy) Schwanz, Kyle Johnson, Tyson Schwanz, and Skyler Schwanz; two granddaughters,&nbsp; Siera (Trevor) Reimnitz and Abby Johnson; sister in law, Lorretta (Bruce) Barrett; brother in law, Neil (Lori) Adams;&nbsp; along with many extended family and friends.&nbsp;

Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Carole M. Johnson, of 50 years; son, Brock Shane Johnson; father, Phillip Johnson; mother, Elnora Johnson; brothers, Clarence Johnson and Ray Johnson; sister, Dorothy Janus; father in law, Ike Adams; mother in law, Lola Adams; sister in law, Ruth Johnson; sister in law, Beverly Johnson; and brother in law, Butch Janus.

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska on Monday, March 29, 2021, 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm.&nbsp; The family will be present from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Services will be held at First United Methodist Church in Gothenburg on&nbsp; Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 10:30 am with Pastor Grace Gichuru officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Interment will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, Nebraska.

Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Honor Guard.&nbsp;

To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com.

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 </figure>Gene E Johnson, age 92, of Gothenburg, Nebraska died March 24, 2021 at Stone Hearth Estates, Gothenburg.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gene was born August 3, 1928 at the Farnam Hospital, in Farnam, Nebraska, son of Phillip and Elnora Johnson.&nbsp; His dad, Phillip was a farmer and his mother, Elnora was a housewife.&nbsp; Gene was the baby of the family with two older brothers and one older sister.&nbsp; When asked what he did to help on the farm, he commented "everything".&nbsp; He said they milked four to seven cows by hand twice a day.&nbsp; By the age of 14 he was running the rake for his dad, as they had a thrashing machine. He said they were dry land farmers and had some tough years. School was a mile and a half away, which he walked every day.&nbsp; He went to Curtis High School and graduated in 1945.In 1950, Gene was drafted into the Army. When Gene was discharged, he came back to Farnam. Gene married Carole Adams on August 21, 1955 at Eustis, Nebraska.&nbsp; He bought his first semi and built his trucking business up to 13 trucks with 19 drivers.&nbsp; He was farming as well.&nbsp; To say he was a busy guy, was an understatement. Gene had another business which was custom harvesting.&nbsp; By 1962 they had 12 combines and would travel to Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska and then end up into the Dakotas. Gene commented that Carole would cook for 19 men out a of a small camper trailer.&nbsp; They harvested&nbsp; for 46 years together.&nbsp; Gene said with the different businesses he had, he always had great help, especially Carole.&nbsp; They moved a few times and settled in Gothenburg, Nebraska&nbsp; in 1981 and farmed until 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his daughter, Roxanne (Luke) Ritz of Gothenburg, Nebraska; daughter-in-law, Tami Johnson;&nbsp; four grandsons, Tanner (Mandy) Schwanz, Kyle Johnson, Tyson Schwanz, and Skyler Schwanz; two granddaughters,&nbsp; Siera (Trevor) Reimnitz and Abby Johnson; sister in law, Lorretta (Bruce) Barrett; brother in law, Neil (Lori) Adams;&nbsp; along with many extended family and friends.&nbsp;Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Carole M. Johnson, of 50 years; son, Brock Shane Johnson; father, Phillip Johnson; mother, Elnora Johnson; brothers, Clarence Johnson and Ray Johnson; sister, Dorothy Janus; father in law, Ike Adams; mother in law, Lola Adams; sister in law, Ruth Johnson; sister in law, Beverly Johnson; and brother in law, Butch Janus.Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska on Monday, March 29, 2021, 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm.&nbsp; The family will be present from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.Services will be held at First United Methodist Church in Gothenburg on&nbsp; Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 10:30 am with Pastor Grace Gichuru officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery, Gothenburg, Nebraska.Memorials may be given to the Gothenburg Honor Guard.&nbsp;To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com.

Gene Eldon Johnson  (1928-2021)

Carrol Roy Hiatt Sr., age 82, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 20, 2021 at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte. He was born on April 8, 1938 to Melvin and Irene (Clouse) Hiatt in Bartley, Nebraska at the family home. His mother passed away shortly after childbirth. His grandmother adopted and raised him and his twin sister, Carolyn. The family operated a blacksmith shop in Bartley, and that’s where he loved to be, watching and helping his uncles build and fix things for local farmers.

Carrol attended Bartley grade school and then went to St. John’s Military School in Salina, Kansas. He enjoyed playing basketball there and he was also sent to Fort Riley to be a sharpshooter. At a dance, he met the love of his life, Joan Johnston. They got married on July 14, 1957, and called North Platte, Nebraska home. Always being mechanically inclined, he started Carrol’s Repair as a side business in a one car railroad tie-built garage that still stands today.

&nbsp;In 1958, he started at Western Motors Oldsmobile-Cadillac dealership in North Platte. He loved working there, knew those cars inside out, and was a member of the prestigious Oldsmobile Cadillac Service Guild. There he learned paint and bodywork, and helped run their Diamond T tow truck. In 1972, the North Platte JC Penney Auto Center opened up at the mall and he worked there until 1980, hiring on at the UPPR from which he retired, but still always running Carrol’s Repair and Used Cars.

He always looked forward to the yearly Nebraskaland Days Antique Car Parade, for which his 1930 Chevrolet roadster pickup was a staple in these parades ever since Nebraskaland Days came to North Platte in 1968.

Carrol loved the Bible, especially the promises that Revelation 21:1-4 foretells for the future, so in 2016 he became a baptized member as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He truly loved people, his congregation, and his loyal customers over the many years as a business owner. He will be missed by family, friends, and all of his four-legged family.

He was proceeded in death by his grandparents; parents; wife, Joan Hiatt; son, Carrol Hiatt Jr.; and his twin sister, Carolyn Pinault.

He is survived by his daughter-in-law, JoAnn K. Hiatt; grandson, Matthew Hiatt; great granddaughter, Harper Powers; brothers, Joel (Holley) Hiatt of North Platte, Nebraska and Harbor Stanton of Alaska; sisters, Jacqueline (Herb) Kelly of North Platte, Nebraska and Sandra Snyder of Westminster, Colorado.

In Lieu of flowers, please donate to the worldwide work of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Pawsitive Partners in North Platte, or donor’s choice. Special thanks to Centennial Park Retirement Village for caring so well for him the short time he was there.

Cremation was chosen and a virtual memorial service will be held via zoom at 1:00 p.m. with a picture/video presentation beginning at 12:45 p.m. CST, Saturday, April 3,2021.&nbsp; For more information on how to join, contact Matt Hiatt or Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Also, you are able to listen by telephone using KH conference- 308-221-3002, pin # 246473.&nbsp; The Zoom Information is: 849-9506-8447-meeting passcode: 224455.

Memorial book signing will be from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, March 29 to April 2, 2021. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp; is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

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 </figure>Carrol Roy Hiatt Sr., age 82, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 20, 2021 at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte. He was born on April 8, 1938 to Melvin and Irene (Clouse) Hiatt in Bartley, Nebraska at the family home. His mother passed away shortly after childbirth. His grandmother adopted and raised him and his twin sister, Carolyn. The family operated a blacksmith shop in Bartley, and that’s where he loved to be, watching and helping his uncles build and fix things for local farmers.Carrol attended Bartley grade school and then went to St. John’s Military School in Salina, Kansas. He enjoyed playing basketball there and he was also sent to Fort Riley to be a sharpshooter. At a dance, he met the love of his life, Joan Johnston. They got married on July 14, 1957, and called North Platte, Nebraska home. Always being mechanically inclined, he started Carrol’s Repair as a side business in a one car railroad tie-built garage that still stands today.&nbsp;In 1958, he started at Western Motors Oldsmobile-Cadillac dealership in North Platte. He loved working there, knew those cars inside out, and was a member of the prestigious Oldsmobile Cadillac Service Guild. There he learned paint and bodywork, and helped run their Diamond T tow truck. In 1972, the North Platte JC Penney Auto Center opened up at the mall and he worked there until 1980, hiring on at the UPPR from which he retired, but still always running Carrol’s Repair and Used Cars.He always looked forward to the yearly Nebraskaland Days Antique Car Parade, for which his 1930 Chevrolet roadster pickup was a staple in these parades ever since Nebraskaland Days came to North Platte in 1968.Carrol loved the Bible, especially the promises that Revelation 21:1-4 foretells for the future, so in 2016 he became a baptized member as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He truly loved people, his congregation, and his loyal customers over the many years as a business owner. He will be missed by family, friends, and all of his four-legged family.He was proceeded in death by his grandparents; parents; wife, Joan Hiatt; son, Carrol Hiatt Jr.; and his twin sister, Carolyn Pinault.He is survived by his daughter-in-law, JoAnn K. Hiatt; grandson, Matthew Hiatt; great granddaughter, Harper Powers; brothers, Joel (Holley) Hiatt of North Platte, Nebraska and Harbor Stanton of Alaska; sisters, Jacqueline (Herb) Kelly of North Platte, Nebraska and Sandra Snyder of Westminster, Colorado.In Lieu of flowers, please donate to the worldwide work of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Pawsitive Partners in North Platte, or donor’s choice. Special thanks to Centennial Park Retirement Village for caring so well for him the short time he was there.Cremation was chosen and a virtual memorial service will be held via zoom at 1:00 p.m. with a picture/video presentation beginning at 12:45 p.m. CST, Saturday, April 3,2021.&nbsp; For more information on how to join, contact Matt Hiatt or Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Also, you are able to listen by telephone using KH conference- 308-221-3002, pin # 246473.&nbsp; The Zoom Information is: 849-9506-8447-meeting passcode: 224455.Memorial book signing will be from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, March 29 to April 2, 2021. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp; is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

Carrol Roy Hiatt, Sr.  (1938-2021)

Betty Marie (Brown) Scott, age 83, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 22, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

She was born north of Max, Nebraska on Sept. 17, 1937. Betty graduated from Max High School in 1955. She married Rodney Scott on Oct. 9, 1955. They lived in Borger, Texas for four years, where Steven Lee was born on Dec. 3, 1956, and Kent Wayne on July 17, 1959. The family lived in Max and Kearney, Nebraska before moving to North Platte, Nebraska in 1961. There, Lynne Marie was born Oct. 27, 1962, and Karen Sue on April 29, 1964, who passed away shortly after birth.

Betty had child care in her home for many years before becoming an Avon dealer. She then worked at Kmart from 1975 to 1995. She also worked for Pro Printing for four years.

She enjoyed bowling and ladies softball for many years and riding her Honda to games. Family and friends always came first. The church was very important to her. She was a 50-year member of the First United Methodist Church and belonged to United Methodist Women for many years.

Betty is preceded in death by her parents; son, Kent; and daughter, Karen.

She is survived by her husband, Rodney; son, Steven; daughter, Lynne; grandchildren, Kristi, Benjamin and Samantha Scott and Tanner Eddins; great-grandchildren, Darren Nichols, Jasper and Kayden Dalton, Trysten Eddins and Silas and Benny Scott Jr.; and sister, Barbara (Doug) Rossbach of Humboldt, Iowa.

Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E St., North Platte, NE 69101. 

Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 1616 West E Street, North Platte, Nebraska with the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating. The service will be livestreamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page. 

Book signing will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska, which is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Betty Marie (Brown) Scott, age 83, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 22, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.She was born north of Max, Nebraska on Sept. 17, 1937. Betty graduated from Max High School in 1955. She married Rodney Scott on Oct. 9, 1955. They lived in Borger, Texas for four years, where Steven Lee was born on Dec. 3, 1956, and Kent Wayne on July 17, 1959. The family lived in Max and Kearney, Nebraska before moving to North Platte, Nebraska in 1961. There, Lynne Marie was born Oct. 27, 1962, and Karen Sue on April 29, 1964, who passed away shortly after birth.Betty had child care in her home for many years before becoming an Avon dealer. She then worked at Kmart from 1975 to 1995. She also worked for Pro Printing for four years.She enjoyed bowling and ladies softball for many years and riding her Honda to games. Family and friends always came first. The church was very important to her. She was a 50-year member of the First United Methodist Church and belonged to United Methodist Women for many years.Betty is preceded in death by her parents; son, Kent; and daughter, Karen.She is survived by her husband, Rodney; son, Steven; daughter, Lynne; grandchildren, Kristi, Benjamin and Samantha Scott and Tanner Eddins; great-grandchildren, Darren Nichols, Jasper and Kayden Dalton, Trysten Eddins and Silas and Benny Scott Jr.; and sister, Barbara (Doug) Rossbach of Humboldt, Iowa.Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E St., North Platte, NE 69101. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, 1616 West E Street, North Platte, Nebraska with the Rev. Dr. Douglas Delp officiating. The service will be livestreamed via the Carpenter Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Book signing will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2021 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska, which is entrusted with arrangements.

Betty Marie Scott  (1937-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John C. Lemons, III, age 50, of McCook, Nebraska passed on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born on August 25, 1970 in Phoenix, Arizona to parents John C. and Velma G. (Anderson) Lemons, Jr.&nbsp; He was one of six children.&nbsp; Over the years, John worked as a cook in the restaurant industry. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In his spare time, John enjoyed watching football, drawing and cooking, as well as spending time in the outdoors, fishing.&nbsp; He had a soft spot in his heart for children.&nbsp; John was a member of the Protestant Faith. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his father. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Those left to celebrate his life include his son, A.J. Lemons of Dana, Indiana; his fiancée, Carrie Allen of McCook, Nebraska; godchildren, Michael Miller and Marcus Allen; his mother, Velma Anderson of Phoenix, Arizona; brothers, David (Elizabeth) Lara of Watsonville, California, Marco (Jim) Lara of Scottsdale, Arizona, Carlos (Jennifer) Lara of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Ronaldo Lara of Portland, Oregon; his sister, Carol Lemons of Phoenix, Arizona; and a host of extended family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Private family services will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be sent to John's Family to help with the funeral expenses C/O Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, PO Box 605, McCook, Nebraska 69001.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John C. Lemons, III, age 50, of McCook, Nebraska passed on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was born on August 25, 1970 in Phoenix, Arizona to parents John C. and Velma G. (Anderson) Lemons, Jr.&nbsp; He was one of six children.&nbsp; Over the years, John worked as a cook in the restaurant industry. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In his spare time, John enjoyed watching football, drawing and cooking, as well as spending time in the outdoors, fishing.&nbsp; He had a soft spot in his heart for children.&nbsp; John was a member of the Protestant Faith. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his father. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Those left to celebrate his life include his son, A.J. Lemons of Dana, Indiana; his fiancée, Carrie Allen of McCook, Nebraska; godchildren, Michael Miller and Marcus Allen; his mother, Velma Anderson of Phoenix, Arizona; brothers, David (Elizabeth) Lara of Watsonville, California, Marco (Jim) Lara of Scottsdale, Arizona, Carlos (Jennifer) Lara of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Ronaldo Lara of Portland, Oregon; his sister, Carol Lemons of Phoenix, Arizona; and a host of extended family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Private family services will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be sent to John's Family to help with the funeral expenses C/O Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, PO Box 605, McCook, Nebraska 69001.

John C. Lemons, III  (1970-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Janetta Fern 'Jane' Lemmert, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska peacefully passed away at home on March 23, 2021. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane was born on January 25, 1947 to Darrel 'Pat' and Dorothy (Stubblefield) Haynes at Gothenburg, Nebraska, where she grew up.&nbsp; She graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On May 7, 1966, Jane married Charles 'Chuck' Donald Lemmert at Julesburg, Colorado.&nbsp; They lived in Ogallala, Nebraska where they both worked for TRW, then moved to Grand Island, Nebraska a few years later and worked for Cornhusker Ammunition Army Base, building bombs for the next two years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane and Chuck moved around Nebraska,&nbsp; living and working in Scottsbluff, Broken Bow, and Wahoo, then moved to Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; Jane, who had a passion for working with youth, was employed by Kansas Public Schools for 15 years, then worked in the library at a school in Wakeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; When the couple moved to Norht Platte, Nebraska in 1999, Jane went to work in the children's section of the North Platte Library until retiring at the age of 65. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane enjoyed boating, camping and traveling, but most of all she loved her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane leaves behind her husband, Chuck, of North Platte, Nebraska; ad their children Todd Lemmert of McHenry, Illinois, Jason Lemmert (Jessica Bruere) of Bondurant, Iowa, and Stacy Lemmert of Noble, Oklahoma; a granddaughter Marissa Lemmert; her sister Cheri (Mike) Wilson of Gothenburg, Nebraska; a brother Larry (Carol) Surber of Lincoln, Nebraska and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, Darrel &amp; Dorothy Haynes. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In keeping with her wishes, cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will be recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the North Platte Library Children's Section.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Janetta Fern 'Jane' Lemmert, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska peacefully passed away at home on March 23, 2021. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane was born on January 25, 1947 to Darrel 'Pat' and Dorothy (Stubblefield) Haynes at Gothenburg, Nebraska, where she grew up.&nbsp; She graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1965. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On May 7, 1966, Jane married Charles 'Chuck' Donald Lemmert at Julesburg, Colorado.&nbsp; They lived in Ogallala, Nebraska where they both worked for TRW, then moved to Grand Island, Nebraska a few years later and worked for Cornhusker Ammunition Army Base, building bombs for the next two years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane and Chuck moved around Nebraska,&nbsp; living and working in Scottsbluff, Broken Bow, and Wahoo, then moved to Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; Jane, who had a passion for working with youth, was employed by Kansas Public Schools for 15 years, then worked in the library at a school in Wakeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; When the couple moved to Norht Platte, Nebraska in 1999, Jane went to work in the children's section of the North Platte Library until retiring at the age of 65. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane enjoyed boating, camping and traveling, but most of all she loved her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jane leaves behind her husband, Chuck, of North Platte, Nebraska; ad their children Todd Lemmert of McHenry, Illinois, Jason Lemmert (Jessica Bruere) of Bondurant, Iowa, and Stacy Lemmert of Noble, Oklahoma; a granddaughter Marissa Lemmert; her sister Cheri (Mike) Wilson of Gothenburg, Nebraska; a brother Larry (Carol) Surber of Lincoln, Nebraska and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, Darrel &amp; Dorothy Haynes. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In keeping with her wishes, cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating.&nbsp; For those unable to attend, the service will be recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the North Platte Library Children's Section.

Janetta Fern 'Jane' Lemmert  (1947-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geneva E. Eckhardt, age 91, of McCook, Nebraska passed away on March 22, 2021 at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook.&nbsp; She was born on November 21, 1929. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at the Peace Lutheran Church in McCook, Nebraska on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Lonnie Felcher officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Private family burial will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be left in Geneva's name to the community Hospital Hospice in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska in entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geneva E. Eckhardt, age 91, of McCook, Nebraska passed away on March 22, 2021 at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook.&nbsp; She was born on November 21, 1929. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at the Peace Lutheran Church in McCook, Nebraska on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Lonnie Felcher officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Private family burial will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be left in Geneva's name to the community Hospital Hospice in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska in entrusted with arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Geneva E. Eckhardt  (1929-2021)

Lennie J Collins, age 60, longtime resident of Ogallala, NE, joined Our Heavenly Father, with his wife and two girls by his side on March 20, 2021.

He was born August 20, 1960 in Mason City, IA, the son of Ken Collins and Deanna Wolford.&nbsp; He grew up in Grafton, IA.&nbsp; Along with his mother and siblings, he later moved to Lewellen, NE, where he attended and graduated from High School in 1979.&nbsp;

Lennie moved to Ogallala, NE after he met his wife, Michelle, in 1979.&nbsp; They have been married for 37 years.&nbsp; The two enjoyed entertaining in their Party-Room, traveling together, and recently discovered their love for cruise ships.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He worked for Arnold Engineering (OEMI) for 33 years.&nbsp;

He was a fun-loving, hardworking, Fireball drinking, Husker fan who was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed visiting his kids and grandkids.&nbsp; There was nothing he loved more than fishing with his family and friends.

He is survived and lovingly remembered by his father, Ken Collins (Michele) of Iowa; his wife, Michelle Collins of Ogallala, NE; Children: Jennifer (Jesus) and grandsons, Anthony and Andrew Casillas of Texas, Kylee (Josh) and granddaughter Kinlee and unborn grandson Baby Jack Mehdinia of Beatrice, NE; his siblings; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Lennie was preceded in death by his mother; stepfather, Jerry Wolford; infant sister; parents-in-law, Jack &amp; Marlene Ringer; and many other loved ones.

A Memorial Service will be held, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Church of Christ in Ogallala, NE with Pastor Bobby Brueggeman officiating.

Lennie would enjoy you wearing your Husker or Camo attire to the service.

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.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Youth Outdoors Nebraska Inc. for the Youth Fishing Tournament&nbsp;and the Church of Christ of Ogallala.&nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Lennie J Collins, age 60, longtime resident of Ogallala, NE, joined Our Heavenly Father, with his wife and two girls by his side on March 20, 2021.He was born August 20, 1960 in Mason City, IA, the son of Ken Collins and Deanna Wolford.&nbsp; He grew up in Grafton, IA.&nbsp; Along with his mother and siblings, he later moved to Lewellen, NE, where he attended and graduated from High School in 1979.&nbsp;Lennie moved to Ogallala, NE after he met his wife, Michelle, in 1979.&nbsp; They have been married for 37 years.&nbsp; The two enjoyed entertaining in their Party-Room, traveling together, and recently discovered their love for cruise ships.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked for Arnold Engineering (OEMI) for 33 years.&nbsp;He was a fun-loving, hardworking, Fireball drinking, Husker fan who was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed visiting his kids and grandkids.&nbsp; There was nothing he loved more than fishing with his family and friends.He is survived and lovingly remembered by his father, Ken Collins (Michele) of Iowa; his wife, Michelle Collins of Ogallala, NE; Children: Jennifer (Jesus) and grandsons, Anthony and Andrew Casillas of Texas, Kylee (Josh) and granddaughter Kinlee and unborn grandson Baby Jack Mehdinia of Beatrice, NE; his siblings; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Lennie was preceded in death by his mother; stepfather, Jerry Wolford; infant sister; parents-in-law, Jack &amp; Marlene Ringer; and many other loved ones.A Memorial Service will be held, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Church of Christ in Ogallala, NE with Pastor Bobby Brueggeman officiating.Lennie would enjoy you wearing your Husker or Camo attire to the service.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.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Youth Outdoors Nebraska Inc. for the Youth Fishing Tournament&nbsp;and the Church of Christ of Ogallala.&nbsp;COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended.&nbsp;&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Lenny J. Collins  (1960-2021)

Avis Waunetta Yetter Wolford, age 86, of North Platte, Nebraska moved peacefully from her long-time residence at Centennial Park Nursing Home in North Platte into her heavenly home on March 17, 2021.

Avis was born on March 6, 1935, the fifth of eight children, to Ben and Maggie Yetter south of Lewellen, Nebraska on the Clyde Lynch place. She was joined in marriage to Morris H. Wolford on May 4, 1951. They lived on their farm north of Lewellen where they were blessed with six children. They raised their children there until Morris’ health forced him to discontinue farming. 

Avis was preceded in death by Morris, leaving her a single mother to six teenagers.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her parents, Ben and Maggie Yetter; her brother Walter who died in action in the Korean War in 1951; brothers Herb Yetter, Al Yetter, Bob Yetter; sisters Edith Yetter Rittenhouse, Donna Yetter Moore; daughter Joyce Wolford; son in law James Berglund; and granddaughter Christy Ward Harbur.

Avis is survived by her brother Delbert Yetter (Mabel) of Oshkosh, Nebraska; son Doug M. Wolford (Teresa) of Big Springs, Nebraska; and Daughters Patricia Berglund of Lewellen, Nebraska, Aneita Strasburg (Kim) of Arnold, Nebraska, Doris Hill of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Deloris Ward (Thomas) of Maxwell, Nebraska; sixteen grandchildren and may, many great grandchildren.

Avis was a cheerful woman who carried a deep love for Jesus and all those He died to save. She was also a poet and songwriter, loved to sing, loved gardening until health bound her from it. She did the best she could with what she had under some very difficult circumstances, and held fast to her faith through it all. She held a bible study group at Centennial Park Nursing Home, read to others there and loved the craft classes.

But above all, Avis loved God and the family He blessed her with. Her greatest joy came from seeing her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. The world is a better place because she lived in it.

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 </figure>Avis Waunetta Yetter Wolford, age 86, of North Platte, Nebraska moved peacefully from her long-time residence at Centennial Park Nursing Home in North Platte into her heavenly home on March 17, 2021.Avis was born on March 6, 1935, the fifth of eight children, to Ben and Maggie Yetter south of Lewellen, Nebraska on the Clyde Lynch place. She was joined in marriage to Morris H. Wolford on May 4, 1951. They lived on their farm north of Lewellen where they were blessed with six children. They raised their children there until Morris’ health forced him to discontinue farming. Avis was preceded in death by Morris, leaving her a single mother to six teenagers.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her parents, Ben and Maggie Yetter; her brother Walter who died in action in the Korean War in 1951; brothers Herb Yetter, Al Yetter, Bob Yetter; sisters Edith Yetter Rittenhouse, Donna Yetter Moore; daughter Joyce Wolford; son in law James Berglund; and granddaughter Christy Ward Harbur.Avis is survived by her brother Delbert Yetter (Mabel) of Oshkosh, Nebraska; son Doug M. Wolford (Teresa) of Big Springs, Nebraska; and Daughters Patricia Berglund of Lewellen, Nebraska, Aneita Strasburg (Kim) of Arnold, Nebraska, Doris Hill of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Deloris Ward (Thomas) of Maxwell, Nebraska; sixteen grandchildren and may, many great grandchildren.Avis was a cheerful woman who carried a deep love for Jesus and all those He died to save. She was also a poet and songwriter, loved to sing, loved gardening until health bound her from it. She did the best she could with what she had under some very difficult circumstances, and held fast to her faith through it all. She held a bible study group at Centennial Park Nursing Home, read to others there and loved the craft classes.But above all, Avis loved God and the family He blessed her with. Her greatest joy came from seeing her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. The world is a better place because she lived in it.

Avis Waunetta Wolford  (1935-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie E. Shultz, age 73, of Broken Bow, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow.&nbsp; She was born on May 3, 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Broken Bow, Nebraska with Pastor Kathy Salts PMA officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later time. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie Eileene Shultz was born on May 3, 1947 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Merrill and Helen (Manning) Shultz.&nbsp; Marie grew up in the Grand Island area, from 1957-1978 Marie lived in Beatrice, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1978, Marie came to Mid-Nebraska Individual Services in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Marie collected Angels over the years, she enjoyed listening to Country Music, watching TV, Teddy Bears, having her hair &amp; nails done, fresh flowers, shopping, and having coffee with her friends.&nbsp; This past year, Marie enjoyed having a roommate. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is survived by many siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is preceded in death by her parents, Merrill &amp; Helen Shultz.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie E. Shultz, age 73, of Broken Bow, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center in Broken Bow.&nbsp; She was born on May 3, 1947. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Broken Bow, Nebraska with Pastor Kathy Salts PMA officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at a later time. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie Eileene Shultz was born on May 3, 1947 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Merrill and Helen (Manning) Shultz.&nbsp; Marie grew up in the Grand Island area, from 1957-1978 Marie lived in Beatrice, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1978, Marie came to Mid-Nebraska Individual Services in Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; Marie collected Angels over the years, she enjoyed listening to Country Music, watching TV, Teddy Bears, having her hair &amp; nails done, fresh flowers, shopping, and having coffee with her friends.&nbsp; This past year, Marie enjoyed having a roommate. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is survived by many siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is preceded in death by her parents, Merrill &amp; Helen Shultz.

Marie E. Shultz  (1947-2021)

Russell A. Redden, age 44, of Indianola, Nebraska passed away on Sunday March 21, 2021 as the result of a motor vehicle accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on December 25, 1975 to Claude Robert and Connie (Mathis)Redden.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family moved to Nebraska in 2005 from Arkansas City, Kansas to be closer to family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russell met Chrystal Ernzen on February 22, 1998 and the couple have been together for 23 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union 4 children were born: Angel, Raven, Coltin, and&nbsp;Zylandra.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russell has been employed by Golight for 15 years. He was promoted to supervisor.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed camping, grilling, loved music, attending rock concerts. He saw KISS 4 times.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was instrumental in forming the KISS Nebraska Army and was the current General of the Army of Kiss.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loves life and lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed spending time with family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law:&nbsp;Alvirda&nbsp;Ernzen; stepfather: Michael Sayer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russell is survived by his life companion: Chrystal Ernzen; children: Angel, Raven (Hannah), Coltin, and&nbsp;Zylandra&nbsp;Redden all of Indianola, Nebraska; grandson: Joseph Redden; mother: Connie Meyer-Sayer of Lebanon, Nebraska; brother: Claud (Darlene) Redden of McCook, Nebraska; sister: Claudina (John) Stinnett of Belles Plains, Kansas; stepfather: Dan (Monica) Meyer of Arkansas City, Kansas: father-in-law: Clifford Ernzen of Thayer, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The family will the celebrate Russell’s Life at a gathering at the McCook Eagles on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 5:00 pm till 10:00p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Russell’s name. Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska entrusted with arrangements.

Russell A. Redden, age 44, of Indianola, Nebraska passed away on Sunday March 21, 2021 as the result of a motor vehicle accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on December 25, 1975 to Claude Robert and Connie (Mathis)Redden.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family moved to Nebraska in 2005 from Arkansas City, Kansas to be closer to family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Russell met Chrystal Ernzen on February 22, 1998 and the couple have been together for 23 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union 4 children were born: Angel, Raven, Coltin, and&nbsp;Zylandra.&nbsp;&nbsp;Russell has been employed by Golight for 15 years. He was promoted to supervisor.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed camping, grilling, loved music, attending rock concerts. He saw KISS 4 times.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was instrumental in forming the KISS Nebraska Army and was the current General of the Army of Kiss.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loves life and lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed spending time with family.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law:&nbsp;Alvirda&nbsp;Ernzen; stepfather: Michael Sayer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Russell is survived by his life companion: Chrystal Ernzen; children: Angel, Raven (Hannah), Coltin, and&nbsp;Zylandra&nbsp;Redden all of Indianola, Nebraska; grandson: Joseph Redden; mother: Connie Meyer-Sayer of Lebanon, Nebraska; brother: Claud (Darlene) Redden of McCook, Nebraska; sister: Claudina (John) Stinnett of Belles Plains, Kansas; stepfather: Dan (Monica) Meyer of Arkansas City, Kansas: father-in-law: Clifford Ernzen of Thayer, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family will the celebrate Russell’s Life at a gathering at the McCook Eagles on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 5:00 pm till 10:00p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Russell’s name. Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, Nebraska entrusted with arrangements.

Russell A. Redden  (1975-2021)

Jeri Rae Kniep, age 58, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 21, 2021 at her home.&nbsp; She was born July 30, 1962 to Larry and Marilyn (Peterson) Paulman in North Platte.

Jeri grew up in Sutherland, Nebraska and attended Sutherland schools. She was very artistic and loved decorating and repurposing items. You could often find her at the thrift stores in search of her next project. Those that knew her will remember her roaring laugh that accompanied her great sense of humor. Jeri played the piano and was known for her “free spirit” personality. Jeri especially loved her dogs, Lola and Muddy.

Survivors include her children, Rayanne Paulman, Lauressa (Peter) Gillock, and Quincey (Hayley) Whitney; her parents, Marilyn (Pat) Sandberg; sister, Stacey (Michael) McGinn; grandkids, Sophia Swedberg, Tabitha Gillock, and Carlos Whitney; aunts, Raelene Lemmer, Greta (Dwight) Christiansen; Uncle B; niece, Kelsey Rippentrop; nephew, Jared McGinn; as well as many friends and extended family.

Jeri is preceded in death by her dad, Larry Paulman; daughter, Stacey Whitney; and granddaughter, Olivia Swedberg.

Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Cremation was chosen. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jeri Rae Kniep, age 58, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 21, 2021 at her home.&nbsp; She was born July 30, 1962 to Larry and Marilyn (Peterson) Paulman in North Platte.Jeri grew up in Sutherland, Nebraska and attended Sutherland schools. She was very artistic and loved decorating and repurposing items. You could often find her at the thrift stores in search of her next project. Those that knew her will remember her roaring laugh that accompanied her great sense of humor. Jeri played the piano and was known for her “free spirit” personality. Jeri especially loved her dogs, Lola and Muddy.Survivors include her children, Rayanne Paulman, Lauressa (Peter) Gillock, and Quincey (Hayley) Whitney; her parents, Marilyn (Pat) Sandberg; sister, Stacey (Michael) McGinn; grandkids, Sophia Swedberg, Tabitha Gillock, and Carlos Whitney; aunts, Raelene Lemmer, Greta (Dwight) Christiansen; Uncle B; niece, Kelsey Rippentrop; nephew, Jared McGinn; as well as many friends and extended family.Jeri is preceded in death by her dad, Larry Paulman; daughter, Stacey Whitney; and granddaughter, Olivia Swedberg.Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Cremation was chosen. Private family services will be held at a later date.Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Jeri Rae Kniep  (1962-2021)

Michael Eugene Zwickle, age 73, of McCook, NE passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Hillcrest A Caring Center in McCook.

Mike was born June 13, 1947 in McCook to parents Harry M. and Golda L. (Roller) Zwickle.&nbsp; He was one of three siblings who grew up in McCook, graduating from McCook High School with the Class of 1965. &nbsp;

Following high school, on October 7, 1966 Mike enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served his country on the USS Ranger during the Vietnam War.  He was Honorably Discharged on December 19, 1969. 

Upon his return from service, Mike married Connie Miner on May 18, 1970 in McCook.&nbsp; He became the proud father of his tow sons, Travis and Todd.

Mike was employed by the Burlington Northern Railroad and worked as a brakeman for many years.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed restoring old cars and going to car shows with his sons.&nbsp; The 1955 Ford Pickup and the 1938 Ford Coupe were two of Mike’s favorite cars.&nbsp;

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary Zwickle; his sister, Diane Meissner; and a great niece, Allysha Fischer.&nbsp;

Those left to celebrate his life include his sons, Travis (Kelli) Zwickle of McCook, Nebraska and Todd Zwickle (and girlfriend Nikki) of Rock Springs, Wyoming; granddaughters, Ashton (Lane) Caldwell and Nichole Stevens of Rock Springs, Wyoming; a great grandson, Carter Hawks of Rock Springs, Wyoming; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Memorials are suggested in his name to Community Healthcare Home Health and Hospice, 1301 East H Street, McCook, Nebraska 69001.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Michael Eugene Zwickle, age 73, of McCook, NE passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Hillcrest A Caring Center in McCook.Mike was born June 13, 1947 in McCook to parents Harry M. and Golda L. (Roller) Zwickle.&nbsp; He was one of three siblings who grew up in McCook, graduating from McCook High School with the Class of 1965. &nbsp;Following high school, on October 7, 1966 Mike enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served his country on the USS Ranger during the Vietnam War. He was Honorably Discharged on December 19, 1969. Upon his return from service, Mike married Connie Miner on May 18, 1970 in McCook.&nbsp; He became the proud father of his tow sons, Travis and Todd.Mike was employed by the Burlington Northern Railroad and worked as a brakeman for many years.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed restoring old cars and going to car shows with his sons.&nbsp; The 1955 Ford Pickup and the 1938 Ford Coupe were two of Mike’s favorite cars.&nbsp;Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary Zwickle; his sister, Diane Meissner; and a great niece, Allysha Fischer.&nbsp;Those left to celebrate his life include his sons, Travis (Kelli) Zwickle of McCook, Nebraska and Todd Zwickle (and girlfriend Nikki) of Rock Springs, Wyoming; granddaughters, Ashton (Lane) Caldwell and Nichole Stevens of Rock Springs, Wyoming; a great grandson, Carter Hawks of Rock Springs, Wyoming; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.Memorials are suggested in his name to Community Healthcare Home Health and Hospice, 1301 East H Street, McCook, Nebraska 69001.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook, Nebraska.

Michael Eugene Zwickle  (1947-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Linda Marie Kirk, age 70, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 21, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on April 3, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to Stan &amp; Alfreda Rogowski. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She grew up in Chicago and attended Catholic school.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte where she met Chuck Kirk.&nbsp; Linda married Chuck on August 3, 1979.&nbsp; Together they operated the Glass Anvil working in stained glass until 2001.&nbsp; Later she worked at True Value in the produce department, then at Frito Lay as a route driver, retiring from Frito Lay in 2016. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Linda had a special talent for nurturing.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, yard work, and loved working on her home.&nbsp; She was best known for her love of children, spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She also loved volunteering at the Bargain Bin and the friends she made there.&nbsp; Linda was always willing to give her time to help others. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Chuck of North Platte, Nebraska; daughter, Samantha (Ben) Bryns of North Platte, Nebraska; son Tim (Alyssa) Kirk of North Platte, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren, Brealyn, Blaise, Dan, Alice and Liani; two brothers, Ken (Marie) Rogers of Chicago, Illinois and Dan (Laurie) Rogowski of Chicago, Illinois; one sister, Karen Jaberi of San Francisco, California; and 5 nieces and nephews, Marty, Gina, Elizabeth, Jonathan, and Davi. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Stan and Alfreda Rogowski; and a brother-in-law, Reza Jaberi. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment or the North Platte Area Children's Museum. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Spiritual Life Center at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte,&nbsp; Nebraska. &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;Linda Marie Kirk, age 70, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on March 21, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on April 3, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to Stan &amp; Alfreda Rogowski. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She grew up in Chicago and attended Catholic school.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte where she met Chuck Kirk.&nbsp; Linda married Chuck on August 3, 1979.&nbsp; Together they operated the Glass Anvil working in stained glass until 2001.&nbsp; Later she worked at True Value in the produce department, then at Frito Lay as a route driver, retiring from Frito Lay in 2016. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Linda had a special talent for nurturing.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, yard work, and loved working on her home.&nbsp; She was best known for her love of children, spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She also loved volunteering at the Bargain Bin and the friends she made there.&nbsp; Linda was always willing to give her time to help others. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Chuck of North Platte, Nebraska; daughter, Samantha (Ben) Bryns of North Platte, Nebraska; son Tim (Alyssa) Kirk of North Platte, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren, Brealyn, Blaise, Dan, Alice and Liani; two brothers, Ken (Marie) Rogers of Chicago, Illinois and Dan (Laurie) Rogowski of Chicago, Illinois; one sister, Karen Jaberi of San Francisco, California; and 5 nieces and nephews, Marty, Gina, Elizabeth, Jonathan, and Davi. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Stan and Alfreda Rogowski; and a brother-in-law, Reza Jaberi. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment or the North Platte Area Children's Museum. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Spiritual Life Center at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in North Platte,&nbsp; Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Linda Marie Kirk  (1950 - 2021)

Gayle Ann Hinrichs, age 58, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away, Thursday, March 18, 2021 at UC Health in Colorado Springs.&nbsp;

A visitation will be held, Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Mountain Time and Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;

A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 a.m.Mountain Time on Monday, March 29, 2021 at the Brule Cemetery in Brule, NE, with Rev. Jon Dickmander of the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule officiating.

Gayle is survived by; her mother, Lee Ann Hinrichs of Brule, NE; brothers; Cecil Hinrichs of Ogallala, NE and Albert (Wendy) Hinrichs of Centennial, CO; sister; Susan (Robert) Mercer of Fort Collins, CO; sister-in-law; Lynda Hinrichs of Gothenburg, NE; nieces; Mandy (David) Kwiatek and Melissa (Mark) Holmes all of Parker, CO; nephews; Jason (Mary Nass) Hinrichs of Colorado Springs, CO, Christopher (Tonya) Hinrichs of North Platte, NE, Jarret (Shanna) Hinrichs of Rowlett, TX, Michael (Sara) Mercer of Virginia.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father and one brother, Gary Hinrichs.&nbsp;

Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A memorial has been established in her memory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Gayle Ann Hinrichs, age 58, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away, Thursday, March 18, 2021 at UC Health in Colorado Springs.&nbsp;A visitation will be held, Saturday, March 27, 2021 from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Mountain Time and Sunday, March 28, 2021 from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 a.m.Mountain Time on Monday, March 29, 2021 at the Brule Cemetery in Brule, NE, with Rev. Jon Dickmander of the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule officiating.Gayle is survived by; her mother, Lee Ann Hinrichs of Brule, NE; brothers; Cecil Hinrichs of Ogallala, NE and Albert (Wendy) Hinrichs of Centennial, CO; sister; Susan (Robert) Mercer of Fort Collins, CO; sister-in-law; Lynda Hinrichs of Gothenburg, NE; nieces; Mandy (David) Kwiatek and Melissa (Mark) Holmes all of Parker, CO; nephews; Jason (Mary Nass) Hinrichs of Colorado Springs, CO, Christopher (Tonya) Hinrichs of North Platte, NE, Jarret (Shanna) Hinrichs of Rowlett, TX, Michael (Sara) Mercer of Virginia.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father and one brother, Gary Hinrichs.&nbsp;Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established in her memory.&nbsp;&nbsp;COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended.&nbsp;&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Gayle Ann Hinrichs  (1962-2021)

Chestyne K. “Tootie” Davidson, age 90, of Maxwell. NE passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte, NE on March 21, 2021. She was born on October 25, 1930 in Genoa, NE to Vincent and Hedwig (Zelazny) Torson.

She was united in marriage to Leslie Wayne Davidson on January 15, 1951 in St. Edward, NE and moved to Orleans, NE where they owned the Circle D Bar for 20 years. Then in 1991 they moved to Maxwell, NE where Tootie worked at Shopko and then Maxwell Schools in the lunchroom.

For the last 7 years she was living with her daughter Leslie and her husband Dave where she enjoyed numerous rides through the canyons with Dave.

She is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Mike) Kelly of Raymore, KS, Penny Miller of Maxwell, NE, and Leslie (Dave) Hagert of Maxwell, NE; grandchildren, Mindy (Frankie) McNelis of Kansas City, Sean (Mikki) McNelis of Grand Island, NE, Kris (Tonya) Fischer of Walla Walla, WA, Darci Kelly of Raytown, MO, Chandre Kelly of Raymore, MO, Haley (Luke) McKee of Omak, WA, Tiereny (Curtis) Schneberger of Foss, OK, Jennifer (Josh) Cox of Hershey, NE, Andrea (Francis) Wilson of Hershey, NE, Kasey (Brock) Whitson of Thomas, OK, Dakotah Tahte Davidson of Thomas, OK, Julyssa Miller, Jaelyn Miller and Justice Miller of Maxwell, NE; and several great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; son, Rusty; two brothers; and four sisters.

A Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. March 26, 2021 at Maxwell Baptist Church in Maxwell, NE. Inurnment&nbsp;will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE. There will be a book signing Thursday, March 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE.

In lieu of flowers memorials are to be designated to the Maxwell Public Schools Scholarship Fund. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. The service will be live-streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapels Facebook page. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

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 </figure>Chestyne K. “Tootie” Davidson, age 90, of Maxwell. NE passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte, NE on March 21, 2021. She was born on October 25, 1930 in Genoa, NE to Vincent and Hedwig (Zelazny) Torson.She was united in marriage to Leslie Wayne Davidson on January 15, 1951 in St. Edward, NE and moved to Orleans, NE where they owned the Circle D Bar for 20 years. Then in 1991 they moved to Maxwell, NE where Tootie worked at Shopko and then Maxwell Schools in the lunchroom.For the last 7 years she was living with her daughter Leslie and her husband Dave where she enjoyed numerous rides through the canyons with Dave.She is survived by daughters, Carolyn (Mike) Kelly of Raymore, KS, Penny Miller of Maxwell, NE, and Leslie (Dave) Hagert of Maxwell, NE; grandchildren, Mindy (Frankie) McNelis of Kansas City, Sean (Mikki) McNelis of Grand Island, NE, Kris (Tonya) Fischer of Walla Walla, WA, Darci Kelly of Raytown, MO, Chandre Kelly of Raymore, MO, Haley (Luke) McKee of Omak, WA, Tiereny (Curtis) Schneberger of Foss, OK, Jennifer (Josh) Cox of Hershey, NE, Andrea (Francis) Wilson of Hershey, NE, Kasey (Brock) Whitson of Thomas, OK, Dakotah Tahte Davidson of Thomas, OK, Julyssa Miller, Jaelyn Miller and Justice Miller of Maxwell, NE; and several great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne; son, Rusty; two brothers; and four sisters.A Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. March 26, 2021 at Maxwell Baptist Church in Maxwell, NE. Inurnment&nbsp;will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE. There will be a book signing Thursday, March 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE.In lieu of flowers memorials are to be designated to the Maxwell Public Schools Scholarship Fund. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. The service will be live-streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapels Facebook page. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

Chestyne K. "Tootie" Davidson  (1930-2021)

William&nbsp;Mollring, age 78, of Imperial, Nebraska, passed away on March 18, 2021, in North Platte, Nebraska following some health challenges.

William was born August 11, 1942, in Hastings, Nebraska. He eventually settled in Imperial, Nebraska where he owned and operated several business and attended First United Methodist Church. William enjoyed the friendships he made over the years and liked getting together with his bible study group and the "Good Old Boys" coffee group.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Marjorie and Janet.

William is survived by his sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a cousin.

Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date in Imperial, Nebraska.

William&nbsp;Mollring, age 78, of Imperial, Nebraska, passed away on March 18, 2021, in North Platte, Nebraska following some health challenges.William was born August 11, 1942, in Hastings, Nebraska. He eventually settled in Imperial, Nebraska where he owned and operated several business and attended First United Methodist Church. William enjoyed the friendships he made over the years and liked getting together with his bible study group and the "Good Old Boys" coffee group.He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Marjorie and Janet.William is survived by his sons, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a cousin.Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date in Imperial, Nebraska.

William Mollring  (1942-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Johnny Ray "John" Beard, age 74, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home in Ogallala.&nbsp; John was born on November 29, 1946 in Denver, Colorado to Johnnie and Louise (Stice) Beard. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He went to Wheatridge High School in Wheatridge, Colorado, then joined the Army iin 1966.&nbsp; John was Honorable Discharged in 1967. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John met Lynda Cockerill in Denver and they were united in marriage on September 20, 1967 in Wheatridge. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John &amp; Lynda made their home in Arvada, Colorado where he worked in road construction until 1976.&nbsp; They moved to Imperial, Nebraska and he worked for Bud Stinger Ranch.&nbsp; In 1979, they moved north of Paxton, Nebraska where he worked for the Runback Ranch.&nbsp; In 1983, they moved to Grant, Nebraska, working for Haggard Drilling.&nbsp; In 1985, they moved to Ogallala, Nebraska and he worked for Union Pacific.&nbsp; In 1994, John went into trucking and eventually purchased his own truck.&nbsp; He retired in 2013 due to health. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John is survived by his wife, Lynda Beard of Ogallala, NE; two sons, Shawn Beard of Ogallala, NE and Wade (Lynda) Beard of Ohiowa, NE; a daughter, Tanya (Daryl) Webster of Las Vegas, NV; two sisters, Mary Moore of Ogallala, NE and Linda Smith of Las Cruces, NM; 10 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, march 26, 2021 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The family invites you to join them at the Open Range Bar &amp; Grill in Ogallala following the visitation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking on the share a memory button. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established in his memory. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Johnny Ray "John" Beard, age 74, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home in Ogallala.&nbsp; John was born on November 29, 1946 in Denver, Colorado to Johnnie and Louise (Stice) Beard. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He went to Wheatridge High School in Wheatridge, Colorado, then joined the Army iin 1966.&nbsp; John was Honorable Discharged in 1967. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John met Lynda Cockerill in Denver and they were united in marriage on September 20, 1967 in Wheatridge. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John &amp; Lynda made their home in Arvada, Colorado where he worked in road construction until 1976.&nbsp; They moved to Imperial, Nebraska and he worked for Bud Stinger Ranch.&nbsp; In 1979, they moved north of Paxton, Nebraska where he worked for the Runback Ranch.&nbsp; In 1983, they moved to Grant, Nebraska, working for Haggard Drilling.&nbsp; In 1985, they moved to Ogallala, Nebraska and he worked for Union Pacific.&nbsp; In 1994, John went into trucking and eventually purchased his own truck.&nbsp; He retired in 2013 due to health. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John is survived by his wife, Lynda Beard of Ogallala, NE; two sons, Shawn Beard of Ogallala, NE and Wade (Lynda) Beard of Ohiowa, NE; a daughter, Tanya (Daryl) Webster of Las Vegas, NV; two sisters, Mary Moore of Ogallala, NE and Linda Smith of Las Cruces, NM; 10 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, march 26, 2021 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The family invites you to join them at the Open Range Bar &amp; Grill in Ogallala following the visitation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking on the share a memory button. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established in his memory. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.

Johnny Ray "John" Beard  (1946-2021)

Sharla Mae Kaelin, age 82, of Broken Bow, Nebraska passed away at the Brookstone View in Broken Bow with family by her side March 21, 2021.

&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow with Pastor Kathy Salts PMA officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held at a later date in the Broken Bow Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Our Saviour Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>.

Sharla was born December 4, 1938, in Callaway, Nebraska to Lloyd and Martha (Adams) Empfield.&nbsp; Sharla was the 3rd&nbsp;of five daughters born in that union.&nbsp; She attended Sunnyside Country School through 8th&nbsp;grade and graduated from Callaway High School in 1956.&nbsp; Sharla married Charles “Charlie” Richard Kaelin on July 28, 1957 and resided in Broken Bow where they raised their three sons. &nbsp;&nbsp;Sharla worked at the Doctors Office of Dr. Theodore Koefoot and Dr. Richard Koefoot for nine years and ended her career at the ASCS office retiring December 4, 2001 after 24 years and 7 months of service.&nbsp; She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and always enjoyed visiting with her many friends.&nbsp; Sharla enjoyed spending time with her family and hosted many extended family gatherings over the years.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed seeing and spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids.

Sharla is survived by her three sons, Charles “Rick” (Cheryl) of O’Fallon, Missouri, Brad (Tammie) of Broken Bow, Nebraska, Mark of Broken Bow, Nebraska; two sisters Marilyn Waldron of Lincoln, Nebaska and Marthalene Parks of North Platte, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Britni (Scott) Weindel of Kirkwood, Missouri, Jared (Holly) Kaelin of Florissant, Missouri, Karissa Marshall (finance Steven Stunkel), of Ansley, Nebraska, Ty (LeeAnn) Taylor of Broken Bow, Nebraska, Chayse and Morgan Kaelin of Broken Bow, Nebraska; six great grandchildren, Sarah, Evan &amp; Charlie Weindel and Stella, Sadie and Max Kaelin; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Sharla is preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Marjorie Eichelberger and Patsy Horn, father and mother-in-law, Frank and Hattie Kaelin, brother in laws, Charles Waldron and Loran Parks, nieces Loni and Julie Eichelberger and nephews Lane Horn and John Eichelberger.

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 </figure>Sharla Mae Kaelin, age 82, of Broken Bow, Nebraska passed away at the Brookstone View in Broken Bow with family by her side March 21, 2021.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00 am at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow with Pastor Kathy Salts PMA officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held at a later date in the Broken Bow Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Our Saviour Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>.Sharla was born December 4, 1938, in Callaway, Nebraska to Lloyd and Martha (Adams) Empfield.&nbsp; Sharla was the 3rd&nbsp;of five daughters born in that union.&nbsp; She attended Sunnyside Country School through 8th&nbsp;grade and graduated from Callaway High School in 1956.&nbsp; Sharla married Charles “Charlie” Richard Kaelin on July 28, 1957 and resided in Broken Bow where they raised their three sons. &nbsp;&nbsp;Sharla worked at the Doctors Office of Dr. Theodore Koefoot and Dr. Richard Koefoot for nine years and ended her career at the ASCS office retiring December 4, 2001 after 24 years and 7 months of service.&nbsp; She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and always enjoyed visiting with her many friends.&nbsp; Sharla enjoyed spending time with her family and hosted many extended family gatherings over the years.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed seeing and spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids.Sharla is survived by her three sons, Charles “Rick” (Cheryl) of O’Fallon, Missouri, Brad (Tammie) of Broken Bow, Nebraska, Mark of Broken Bow, Nebraska; two sisters Marilyn Waldron of Lincoln, Nebaska and Marthalene Parks of North Platte, Nebraska; six grandchildren, Britni (Scott) Weindel of Kirkwood, Missouri, Jared (Holly) Kaelin of Florissant, Missouri, Karissa Marshall (finance Steven Stunkel), of Ansley, Nebraska, Ty (LeeAnn) Taylor of Broken Bow, Nebraska, Chayse and Morgan Kaelin of Broken Bow, Nebraska; six great grandchildren, Sarah, Evan &amp; Charlie Weindel and Stella, Sadie and Max Kaelin; and numerous nieces and nephews.Sharla is preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Marjorie Eichelberger and Patsy Horn, father and mother-in-law, Frank and Hattie Kaelin, brother in laws, Charles Waldron and Loran Parks, nieces Loni and Julie Eichelberger and nephews Lane Horn and John Eichelberger.

Sharla Mae Kaelin  (1938-2021)

Virgil Lee Rodgers of North Platte, Nebraska died at Great Plains Health in North Platte on&nbsp;March 20, 2021 at the age of 90. Virgil was born in North Platte, Nebraska on January 11, 1931, to James and Elizabeth (Easton) Rodgers.&nbsp; He graduated from NPHS in 1948 then hired&nbsp;on with the Union Pacific Railroad, working as a Fireman/Oiler then&nbsp;Machinist until retiring in 1993.&nbsp; Virgil was active with the International Association of Machinists and Arrow Space Workers (IAM &amp;&nbsp;AW) #LL180, the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission as&nbsp;well as the North Platte Central Labor Council. While employed with the railroad, Virgil enlisted in the Nebraska Army National Guard and proudly served over 20 years until retiring in 1972.&nbsp; He worked as a Communications Chief and earned the rank of Master Sergeant then was commissioned an officer, earning the rank of Captain. On July 1, 1955, Virgil married Marcia Gideon in North Platte, Nebraska where they&nbsp;lived and raised two sons, Reid and Rod.&nbsp;

On May 18, 1992, Virgil wed&nbsp;Martha Chandler and they made their home in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Virgil&nbsp;eventually returned to North Platte after Martha died in 2008. Virgil was a member of Platte Valley Lodge #32 AF&amp;AM and the Sutherland&nbsp;United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed bowling and fishing and loved his&nbsp;family, even when the boys were teenagers and would aggravate him to the&nbsp;point that he would grab his heart and imitate Fred Sanford saying, "I'm&nbsp;'comin to join you, Elizabeth!"&nbsp; Now he's gone to join his mom, Elizabeth. Virgil was preceded in death by his wife, Martha; parents, James and Elizabeth; brothers, Chet, Elwood, Clarence and Dale Rodgers; sisters, Gladys Gerle, Esther Johnson and Donna Oliver; brother-in-law, Glenn Buss; stepdaughter, Judy Chandler; and step grandson, Chase Chandler. He is survived by his sons, Reid (Sandra) Rodgers of North Platte, Nebraska and&nbsp;Rodney (Karen) Rodgers of Omaha, Nebraska; stepchildren, Larry (Sherry) Chandler&nbsp;of Brule, Nebraska, Mike (Anita) Chandler of Paxton, Nebraska and Susie (Harry) Branting&nbsp;of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Sarah and Hannah Rodgers; step-grandchildren, Kelle (Ryan) Sherpy, Nick (Abby) Branting, Codi (Dale) O'Brien, Rylie (Jordyn) Chandler, Todd (Julie) Chandler, Shannon Chandler, Travis Chandler, and Jeremy (Amy) Chandler; step great-grandchildren, Rylie and Aria Sherpy, Kennedy Kelly, Annika and Lukas Branting, Brandi, Allie and Jaclyn O'Brien, Lawrence and Emelia Chandler, Tyler and Tessa Walker, Jaden Snyder and Parker Chandler; brother-in-law, Duane (Dotsie) Buss, of Paxton, Nebraska; and many other family&nbsp;members. Funeral service with Masonic Rites will be 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021, at the Sutherland Methodist Church in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial with military&nbsp;honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. Services will be&nbsp;recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences&nbsp;may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to North&nbsp;Platte Shrine Children's Transportation Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Virgil Lee Rodgers of North Platte, Nebraska died at Great Plains Health in North Platte on&nbsp;March 20, 2021 at the age of 90. Virgil was born in North Platte, Nebraska on January 11, 1931, to James and Elizabeth (Easton) Rodgers.&nbsp; He graduated from NPHS in 1948 then hired&nbsp;on with the Union Pacific Railroad, working as a Fireman/Oiler then&nbsp;Machinist until retiring in 1993.&nbsp; Virgil was active with the International Association of Machinists and Arrow Space Workers (IAM &amp;&nbsp;AW) #LL180, the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission as&nbsp;well as the North Platte Central Labor Council. While employed with the railroad, Virgil enlisted in the Nebraska Army National Guard and proudly served over 20 years until retiring in 1972.&nbsp; He worked as a Communications Chief and earned the rank of Master Sergeant then was commissioned an officer, earning the rank of Captain. On July 1, 1955, Virgil married Marcia Gideon in North Platte, Nebraska where they&nbsp;lived and raised two sons, Reid and Rod.&nbsp; On May 18, 1992, Virgil wed&nbsp;Martha Chandler and they made their home in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Virgil&nbsp;eventually returned to North Platte after Martha died in 2008. Virgil was a member of Platte Valley Lodge #32 AF&amp;AM and the Sutherland&nbsp;United Methodist Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed bowling and fishing and loved his&nbsp;family, even when the boys were teenagers and would aggravate him to the&nbsp;point that he would grab his heart and imitate Fred Sanford saying, "I'm&nbsp;'comin to join you, Elizabeth!"&nbsp; Now he's gone to join his mom, Elizabeth. Virgil was preceded in death by his wife, Martha; parents, James and Elizabeth; brothers, Chet, Elwood, Clarence and Dale Rodgers; sisters, Gladys Gerle, Esther Johnson and Donna Oliver; brother-in-law, Glenn Buss; stepdaughter, Judy Chandler; and step grandson, Chase Chandler. He is survived by his sons, Reid (Sandra) Rodgers of North Platte, Nebraska and&nbsp;Rodney (Karen) Rodgers of Omaha, Nebraska; stepchildren, Larry (Sherry) Chandler&nbsp;of Brule, Nebraska, Mike (Anita) Chandler of Paxton, Nebraska and Susie (Harry) Branting&nbsp;of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Sarah and Hannah Rodgers; step-grandchildren, Kelle (Ryan) Sherpy, Nick (Abby) Branting, Codi (Dale) O'Brien, Rylie (Jordyn) Chandler, Todd (Julie) Chandler, Shannon Chandler, Travis Chandler, and Jeremy (Amy) Chandler; step great-grandchildren, Rylie and Aria Sherpy, Kennedy Kelly, Annika and Lukas Branting, Brandi, Allie and Jaclyn O'Brien, Lawrence and Emelia Chandler, Tyler and Tessa Walker, Jaden Snyder and Parker Chandler; brother-in-law, Duane (Dotsie) Buss, of Paxton, Nebraska; and many other family&nbsp;members. Funeral service with Masonic Rites will be 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021, at the Sutherland Methodist Church in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial with military&nbsp;honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska. Services will be&nbsp;recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences&nbsp;may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to North&nbsp;Platte Shrine Children's Transportation Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virgil Lee Rodgers  (1931-2021)

Bryan E. Riggs, age 61, of Brule, Nebraska passed away March 15, 2021, in his home. Bryan was born in Iola, Kansas, to Bryan and Corabelle (Joan Weathers) Riggs on October 8, 1959. He attended school in the Denver, Colorado area. Bryan had a son Bryan Hamm (little B) with Heather Hamm and a stepson Tyler Hamm Bryan was a man of many talents. He worked as a building restoration specialist at Building Restoration Specialties Inc, for many years throughout the Denver metro area. Bryan was also quite mechanically inclined and found great enjoyment working on and collecting cars. Bryan relocated to Brule, Nebraska from Denver in the early 2000s, to be closer to family. Bryan had a gritty gruffness to his personality that seemed a suitable match for his well-worn and calloused hands. His rugged demeanor would melt away for the persistent, and for those that truly got to know Bryan, there was an endearing loyalty, friendship, and ornery humor that would emerge. He had a gift with cars and restored many of his own, including his beloved blue Chevelle SS and his Black Chevelle that he called the Black beauty. Despite his love for collecting cars, his family and friends lovingly, and at times deservedly, teased him about his penchant for penny-pinching. Family meant the world to Bryan, and he shared a very special connection with his youngest son, who enjoys his namesake. Bryan was preceded in death by his grandparents. Survivors include his mother Corabelle Joan Riggs of Thornton, Colorado; and Bryan Roy (Barbara) Riggs of Chappell, Nebraska; son, Bryan Hamm of Crowley County, Colorado; stepson, Tyler Hamm of Denver, Colorado; the boys' mother, Heather Hamm, of Denver, Colorado; 4 grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Reynolds (Gary) of Colorado and Romona Fletcher of Brule, Nebarska; brother, Scott (Lesa) Riggs of Lemoyne, Nebraska; along with many other nieces, nephews, great nieces &amp; great nephews and friends. A memorial has been established in Bryan's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Prairie Hills Funeral home assisted the family with cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bryan E. Riggs, age 61, of Brule, Nebraska passed away March 15, 2021, in his home. Bryan was born in Iola, Kansas, to Bryan and Corabelle (Joan Weathers) Riggs on October 8, 1959. He attended school in the Denver, Colorado area. Bryan had a son Bryan Hamm (little B) with Heather Hamm and a stepson Tyler Hamm Bryan was a man of many talents. He worked as a building restoration specialist at Building Restoration Specialties Inc, for many years throughout the Denver metro area. Bryan was also quite mechanically inclined and found great enjoyment working on and collecting cars. Bryan relocated to Brule, Nebraska from Denver in the early 2000s, to be closer to family. Bryan had a gritty gruffness to his personality that seemed a suitable match for his well-worn and calloused hands. His rugged demeanor would melt away for the persistent, and for those that truly got to know Bryan, there was an endearing loyalty, friendship, and ornery humor that would emerge. He had a gift with cars and restored many of his own, including his beloved blue Chevelle SS and his Black Chevelle that he called the Black beauty. Despite his love for collecting cars, his family and friends lovingly, and at times deservedly, teased him about his penchant for penny-pinching. Family meant the world to Bryan, and he shared a very special connection with his youngest son, who enjoys his namesake. Bryan was preceded in death by his grandparents. Survivors include his mother Corabelle Joan Riggs of Thornton, Colorado; and Bryan Roy (Barbara) Riggs of Chappell, Nebraska; son, Bryan Hamm of Crowley County, Colorado; stepson, Tyler Hamm of Denver, Colorado; the boys' mother, Heather Hamm, of Denver, Colorado; 4 grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Reynolds (Gary) of Colorado and Romona Fletcher of Brule, Nebarska; brother, Scott (Lesa) Riggs of Lemoyne, Nebraska; along with many other nieces, nephews, great nieces &amp; great nephews and friends. A memorial has been established in Bryan's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. Prairie Hills Funeral home assisted the family with cremation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bryan E. Riggs  (1959-2021)

John D. Rockwell, age 55, of Callaway, Nebreaska died Friday, March 19, 2021 at his home.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 10:30 AM at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska with Pastor Dean Haidle officiating.&nbsp; Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow, Nebraska is assisting the family.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;and words of encouragement and sympathy may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;

John David Rockwell was born on September 30, 1965 at Cape Girardeau, Missouri to DonLee LaVern and Floy Ann (Leslie) Rockwell.&nbsp; John and his family moved to Garfield Table Community near Arnold, Nebraska in 1972.&nbsp; John graduated from Arnold High School in 1984.&nbsp; During school John participated in football and wrestling.&nbsp;

On July 25, 1987 John was married to Karla Cole at the First Baptist Church in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp; They made their home on the family farm.&nbsp; John and Karla farmed and did custom haying.&nbsp; They later started a landscaping business.&nbsp; For many years they held the church’s annual Easter Pageant on the farm.&nbsp; In 2018 John and Karla sold the family farm and moved to Callaway, Nebraska to be near their daughter.&nbsp; In 2019 they designed and built a new home together, with the help of son-in-law Justin, moving into it in 2020. John started working for his grandson Jacob, in the True Value store in 2019.

In his short 2 years in Callaway, he was blessed with some very Godly friends, who enriched his life greatly.

John enjoyed motorcycles, horses, and mowing.&nbsp; The greatest loves in his life were his family and his faith in Jesus Christ.&nbsp;

John is survived by his wife, Karla of Callaway, Nebraska; daughter, Brandy (Justin) Mason of Callaway, Nebraska; grandchildren, Jacob (fiancé Katie Nickerson), Carson, Dawson, and Cruz, of Callaway, Nebraska; his mother, Floy (Curt) Saville of Bella Vista, Arkansas; and a sister, Donna (Steve) Skalak of Lincoln, Nebraska and their children; and mother-in-law Betty Cole of Arnold, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his father, and two uncles, Randy and David Leslie and father-in-law Doug Cole.

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 </figure>John D. Rockwell, age 55, of Callaway, Nebreaska died Friday, March 19, 2021 at his home.Memorial services will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 10:30 AM at the Callaway Community Church in Callaway, Nebraska with Pastor Dean Haidle officiating.&nbsp; Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow, Nebraska is assisting the family.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;and words of encouragement and sympathy may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;John David Rockwell was born on September 30, 1965 at Cape Girardeau, Missouri to DonLee LaVern and Floy Ann (Leslie) Rockwell.&nbsp; John and his family moved to Garfield Table Community near Arnold, Nebraska in 1972.&nbsp; John graduated from Arnold High School in 1984.&nbsp; During school John participated in football and wrestling.&nbsp;On July 25, 1987 John was married to Karla Cole at the First Baptist Church in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp; They made their home on the family farm.&nbsp; John and Karla farmed and did custom haying.&nbsp; They later started a landscaping business.&nbsp; For many years they held the church’s annual Easter Pageant on the farm.&nbsp; In 2018 John and Karla sold the family farm and moved to Callaway, Nebraska to be near their daughter.&nbsp; In 2019 they designed and built a new home together, with the help of son-in-law Justin, moving into it in 2020. John started working for his grandson Jacob, in the True Value store in 2019.In his short 2 years in Callaway, he was blessed with some very Godly friends, who enriched his life greatly.John enjoyed motorcycles, horses, and mowing.&nbsp; The greatest loves in his life were his family and his faith in Jesus Christ.&nbsp;John is survived by his wife, Karla of Callaway, Nebraska; daughter, Brandy (Justin) Mason of Callaway, Nebraska; grandchildren, Jacob (fiancé Katie Nickerson), Carson, Dawson, and Cruz, of Callaway, Nebraska; his mother, Floy (Curt) Saville of Bella Vista, Arkansas; and a sister, Donna (Steve) Skalak of Lincoln, Nebraska and their children; and mother-in-law Betty Cole of Arnold, Nebraska.He was preceded in death by his father, and two uncles, Randy and David Leslie and father-in-law Doug Cole.

John David Rockwell  (1965-2021)

Nancy J. Whitaker passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2021 with family members and a beloved friend to share her journey to the next life.

Nancy was born in Minneapolis, Kansas on March 11, 1937 to Loren and Maxine Morris. Her family moved to several locations in Kansas before settling in North Platte, Nebraska, in 1946. Nancy attended school in North Platte and became involved in the community. In 1954, Nancy was honored to be elected Jobs Daughter Queen, which was one of her happiest memories.

Nancy graduated from North Platte Senior High in 1955. She was one of the top 10 students. Nancy attended Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado for two years and was working on a degree in fine arts. Nancy and Jim Whitaker and began dating, having their first date at the Pawnee Hotel. Nancy then transferred to the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska to join Jim, where she finished her education. In 1958, she was elected Sweetheart of Sigma Chi by her peers, which was another cherished memory. Nancy graduated in 1959 with a degree in Social Work and married Jim Whitaker one week later.

Nancy and Jim moved to Denver, Colorado, where Jim attended law school at the University of Denver and Nancy received her “PHT” (putting hubby through) by working as a social worker at the Denver Department of Welfare. Their daughter, Kim Whitaker, was born in Denver. In 1963, Jim practiced law for one year, and then the family moved back to North Platte, Nebraska where Jim started working with his family at Whitaker Furniture. David Whitaker was born in 1964, and shortly after the family permanently moved to their house on Birchwood Road in North Platte.

Nancy raised Kim and David for several years and then returned to her career as a social worker. Nancy helped establish congregate meals for senior citizens, which led to the establishment of the senior center, and the first after school day camp for latch-key kids, which she started when she was president of the North Star Board. She was the director of the Lincoln County Attorney’s Victim-Witness Unit from 1985-1987. Nancy also oversaw free weatherization for low-income homes in a 15-county area through the Mid-Nebraska Community Services Inc. Nancy was honored at the 10th&nbsp;annual Women of Achievement awards for her service to the community.

Nancy founded La Leche League Chapter in North Platte and was a proud member of P.E.O. Chapter HO, for which she served as president for one year and vice president, as well as other positions. She was a friend of Lois W. and helped many people through her experiences and wise counsel.

She was the First Lady of North Platte from 1996-2004 when Jim Whitaker served as Mayor. She and Jim also participated for many years in NebraskaLand Days, starting in 1968 when it was first established in North Platte. She was an avid reader, enjoyed the arts and music, and loved her Law and Order episodes. She and Jim had many wonderful adventures traveling, especially after retirement. She and Jim were members of the Presbyterian Church and later became active members of the First United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Maxine Morris; her grandparents, William and Mary Luella Morris and Rothwell and Ruth Vaughn; her husband of 57 years, Jim Whitaker; and her great-niece, Lindsay Whitaker. 

She is survived by her daughter Kim and son David; granddaughter Sarah (Sam) Holley; grandsons Eric (Shannon) and Kyle (Sarah) Nichols; seven great-grandchildren: Sadie (Justin Pettit), Sophie, and Jayden Nichols, Treyton and Ben Nichols, Ryder Ebel, and Penelope Nichols; and three nephews, Mark (Jennifer), Jeff (Robin), Kevin (Cindy) Whitaker; and one great-nephew, Sean Whitaker.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church in North Platte, Nebraska with the Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M. with family present from 5:00-7:00 on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Nancy J. Whitaker passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2021 with family members and a beloved friend to share her journey to the next life.Nancy was born in Minneapolis, Kansas on March 11, 1937 to Loren and Maxine Morris. Her family moved to several locations in Kansas before settling in North Platte, Nebraska, in 1946. Nancy attended school in North Platte and became involved in the community. In 1954, Nancy was honored to be elected Jobs Daughter Queen, which was one of her happiest memories.Nancy graduated from North Platte Senior High in 1955. She was one of the top 10 students. Nancy attended Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado for two years and was working on a degree in fine arts. Nancy and Jim Whitaker and began dating, having their first date at the Pawnee Hotel. Nancy then transferred to the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska to join Jim, where she finished her education. In 1958, she was elected Sweetheart of Sigma Chi by her peers, which was another cherished memory. Nancy graduated in 1959 with a degree in Social Work and married Jim Whitaker one week later.Nancy and Jim moved to Denver, Colorado, where Jim attended law school at the University of Denver and Nancy received her “PHT” (putting hubby through) by working as a social worker at the Denver Department of Welfare. Their daughter, Kim Whitaker, was born in Denver. In 1963, Jim practiced law for one year, and then the family moved back to North Platte, Nebraska where Jim started working with his family at Whitaker Furniture. David Whitaker was born in 1964, and shortly after the family permanently moved to their house on Birchwood Road in North Platte.Nancy raised Kim and David for several years and then returned to her career as a social worker. Nancy helped establish congregate meals for senior citizens, which led to the establishment of the senior center, and the first after school day camp for latch-key kids, which she started when she was president of the North Star Board. She was the director of the Lincoln County Attorney’s Victim-Witness Unit from 1985-1987. Nancy also oversaw free weatherization for low-income homes in a 15-county area through the Mid-Nebraska Community Services Inc. Nancy was honored at the 10th&nbsp;annual Women of Achievement awards for her service to the community.Nancy founded La Leche League Chapter in North Platte and was a proud member of P.E.O. Chapter HO, for which she served as president for one year and vice president, as well as other positions. She was a friend of Lois W. and helped many people through her experiences and wise counsel.She was the First Lady of North Platte from 1996-2004 when Jim Whitaker served as Mayor. She and Jim also participated for many years in NebraskaLand Days, starting in 1968 when it was first established in North Platte. She was an avid reader, enjoyed the arts and music, and loved her Law and Order episodes. She and Jim had many wonderful adventures traveling, especially after retirement. She and Jim were members of the Presbyterian Church and later became active members of the First United Methodist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Maxine Morris; her grandparents, William and Mary Luella Morris and Rothwell and Ruth Vaughn; her husband of 57 years, Jim Whitaker; and her great-niece, Lindsay Whitaker. She is survived by her daughter Kim and son David; granddaughter Sarah (Sam) Holley; grandsons Eric (Shannon) and Kyle (Sarah) Nichols; seven great-grandchildren: Sadie (Justin Pettit), Sophie, and Jayden Nichols, Treyton and Ben Nichols, Ryder Ebel, and Penelope Nichols; and three nephews, Mark (Jennifer), Jeff (Robin), Kevin (Cindy) Whitaker; and one great-nephew, Sean Whitaker.Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church in North Platte, Nebraska with the Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M. with family present from 5:00-7:00 on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Nancy J. Whitaker  (1937-2021)

Larry Eugene Eden, age 70, of McCook, NE passed away at his home in McCook on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

Larry was born November 10, 1950 in Springfield, CO to parents Eldon Eugene and Betty Geraldine (Basham) Eden. He was one of three children who grew up in Kansas, attending school and graduating from Halstead High School in Halstead, KS with the Class of 1970.

On February 5, 1971, Larry married the love of his life, DeeAnn Marie (Wyss) Eden in Pueblo, CO.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with a son, Matt.&nbsp;

In 1981, the family moved to Stratton, NE where Larry farmed until 1995.&nbsp; From 1995 to 2011, Larry drove a semi truck. It was also during this time, in 2002, that the family relocated to McCook.&nbsp; 2017 brought a new venture for Larry.&nbsp;Together with his son, Matt, the duo opened Armadillo Arms and Sporting Goods in McCook. &nbsp;

Larry was a member of the Red Willow Rural Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, wood working and collecting Ruger Rifles. &nbsp;

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother in law, Howard (Charlotte) Wyss; and his granddaughter, Margaret Eden.

Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Dee Eden of McCook, NE; son, Matt (Sheila) Eden of McCook, NE; brother, Wayne (Andi) Eden of LaPine, OR; sister, Susan (Chris) Robinson of Shreveport, LA; brother in law, Steve Wyss of McCook, NE; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE.

Funeral services will be on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, NE.&nbsp; Burial will be on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Campo Cemetery in Campo, Colorado.

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 </figure>Larry Eugene Eden, age 70, of McCook, NE passed away at his home in McCook on Sunday, March 21, 2021.Larry was born November 10, 1950 in Springfield, CO to parents Eldon Eugene and Betty Geraldine (Basham) Eden. He was one of three children who grew up in Kansas, attending school and graduating from Halstead High School in Halstead, KS with the Class of 1970.On February 5, 1971, Larry married the love of his life, DeeAnn Marie (Wyss) Eden in Pueblo, CO.&nbsp; The couple was blessed with a son, Matt.&nbsp;In 1981, the family moved to Stratton, NE where Larry farmed until 1995.&nbsp; From 1995 to 2011, Larry drove a semi truck. It was also during this time, in 2002, that the family relocated to McCook.&nbsp; 2017 brought a new venture for Larry.&nbsp;Together with his son, Matt, the duo opened Armadillo Arms and Sporting Goods in McCook. &nbsp;Larry was a member of the Red Willow Rural Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, wood working and collecting Ruger Rifles. &nbsp;Larry was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother in law, Howard (Charlotte) Wyss; and his granddaughter, Margaret Eden.Those left to celebrate his life include his wife, Dee Eden of McCook, NE; son, Matt (Sheila) Eden of McCook, NE; brother, Wayne (Andi) Eden of LaPine, OR; sister, Susan (Chris) Robinson of Shreveport, LA; brother in law, Steve Wyss of McCook, NE; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE.Funeral services will be on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, NE.&nbsp; Burial will be on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Campo Cemetery in Campo, Colorado.

Larry Eugene Eden  (1950-2021)

Nicole&nbsp;Vargas&nbsp;Jackson, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Great Plains Health in North Platte on March 17, 2021, at the age of 45.

Nicole was born to Greg and Sandra (Scott) Vargas on August 19, 1975, in North Platte, Nebraska, where she lived her whole life. After graduating from North Platte High Sschool in 1993, Nicole worked as a waitress and did cosmetology. On September 25, 2009, she married Deon Gregory Jackson and they had a son, Cayden.

Nicole liked watching reality T.V. shows and loved being with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her dad, Greg; aunt, Stephanie Vargas; uncle, Gary Vargas; and grandparents, Fulgencio and Mildred Vargas and Howard and Ruth Scott.

Nicole leaves behind her husband, Deon Jackson and son, Cayden Jackson, her mother, Sandra Vargas, and sister, Michelle Vargas, all of North Platte, Nebraska; aunts, Pamela Proctor, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mercedes 'Mercy' Dschaak, of Omaha, Nebraska and Sharon Scott, of Stone Mountain, Georgia; uncles, Frank Vargas, of Las Vegas, Nevada and Pat (Karen) Scott of Denver, Colorado; niece, Chantel Vargas; nephews, Zack Vargas and Derek (Delaney) Vargas; great-niece, Ellie Vargas; and other family.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska with Father Josh Brown officiating.&nbsp; Services will be recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. 

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 </figure>Nicole&nbsp;Vargas&nbsp;Jackson, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Great Plains Health in North Platte on March 17, 2021, at the age of 45.Nicole was born to Greg and Sandra (Scott) Vargas on August 19, 1975, in North Platte, Nebraska, where she lived her whole life. After graduating from North Platte High Sschool in 1993, Nicole worked as a waitress and did cosmetology. On September 25, 2009, she married Deon Gregory Jackson and they had a son, Cayden.Nicole liked watching reality T.V. shows and loved being with her family and friends.She was preceded in death by her dad, Greg; aunt, Stephanie Vargas; uncle, Gary Vargas; and grandparents, Fulgencio and Mildred Vargas and Howard and Ruth Scott.Nicole leaves behind her husband, Deon Jackson and son, Cayden Jackson, her mother, Sandra Vargas, and sister, Michelle Vargas, all of North Platte, Nebraska; aunts, Pamela Proctor, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mercedes 'Mercy' Dschaak, of Omaha, Nebraska and Sharon Scott, of Stone Mountain, Georgia; uncles, Frank Vargas, of Las Vegas, Nevada and Pat (Karen) Scott of Denver, Colorado; niece, Chantel Vargas; nephews, Zack Vargas and Derek (Delaney) Vargas; great-niece, Ellie Vargas; and other family.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska with Father Josh Brown officiating.&nbsp; Services will be recorded and posted to odeanchapel.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.

Nicole Vargas Jackson  (1975-2021)

Lori L. Montgomery, 39 of Kearney tragically passed away with her son, Austin and daughter, Emmah on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Lori Lea (Wempen) Montgomery was born January 14, 1982 in Kearney, Nebraska to Eugene Sr. and Diane (Schutt) Wempen. She was raised in Overton, NE and received her education from Overton High School graduating in 2000. Lori had worked at for Motel 6 for the past 21 years. On September 22, 2012, she was united in marriage to Jesse Montgomery in Minden, NE. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jess Montgomery of Kearney; daughter, Hanna Montgomery of Kearney; parents, Eugene Sr. and Diane Wempen of Overton; brother, JR Wempen of Overton; sister, Katie (Jeff) Bohlen of Pleasanton; mother-in-law, Linda Montgomery of Minden; grandparents, Beverly Wempen of Overton and Darlene Montgomery of North Platte; brother-in-law, AJ Montgomery of Las Vegas, NV; as well as many aunts, uncles and extended family and friends. Lori was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cecil Wempen, Robert and Evelyn Schutt, Stella and Leroy Montgomery, Robert and Jeannette Powell; father-in-law, Monty G. Montgomery.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Lori L Montgomery please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.osrfh.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.

Austin L. Montgomery, 4 of Kearney tragically passed away with his mother, Lori and sister, Emmah on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Austin Lee Montgomery was born December 2, 2016 in Kearney, NE to Jess and Lori (Wempen) Montgomery. Austin loved Thomas the Train and anything to do with racecars. He was a cookie monster and enjoyed talking on his mom’s phone. Left to cherish his memory are his father, Jess Montgomery of Kearney; sister, Hanna Montgomery of Kearney; grandparents, Eugene Sr. and Diane Wempen of Overton and Linda Montgomery of Minden; uncles and aunt, JR Wempen of Overton, AJ Montgomery of Las Vegas, NV, Katie (Jeff) Bohlen of Pleasanton; great grandparents, Beverly Wempen of Overton and Darlene Montgomery of North Platte

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Emmah M. Montgomery, 2 of Kearney tragically passed away with her mother, Lori and brother, Austin on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Emmah Mae Montgomery was born July 27, 2018 in Kearney, NE to Jess and Lori (Wempen) Montgomery. Emmah enjoyed playing with dolls and talking on her mom’s phone. She loved her kitty and puppies. She will always be remembered for her beautiful red hair. Left to cherish her memory are her father, Jess Montgomery of Kearney; sister, Hanna Montgomery of Kearney; grandparents, Eugene Sr. and Diane Wempen of Overton and Linda Montgomery of Minden; uncles and aunt, JR Wempen of Overton, AJ Montgomery of Las Vegas, NV, Katie (Jeff) Bohlen of Pleasanton; great grandparents, Beverly Wempen of Overton and Darlene Montgomery of North Platte

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 </figure>Lori L. Montgomery, 39 of Kearney tragically passed away with her son, Austin and daughter, Emmah on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Lori Lea (Wempen) Montgomery was born January 14, 1982 in Kearney, Nebraska to Eugene Sr. and Diane (Schutt) Wempen. She was raised in Overton, NE and received her education from Overton High School graduating in 2000. Lori had worked at for Motel 6 for the past 21 years. On September 22, 2012, she was united in marriage to Jesse Montgomery in Minden, NE. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jess Montgomery of Kearney; daughter, Hanna Montgomery of Kearney; parents, Eugene Sr. and Diane Wempen of Overton; brother, JR Wempen of Overton; sister, Katie (Jeff) Bohlen of Pleasanton; mother-in-law, Linda Montgomery of Minden; grandparents, Beverly Wempen of Overton and Darlene Montgomery of North Platte; brother-in-law, AJ Montgomery of Las Vegas, NV; as well as many aunts, uncles and extended family and friends. Lori was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cecil Wempen, Robert and Evelyn Schutt, Stella and Leroy Montgomery, Robert and Jeannette Powell; father-in-law, Monty G. Montgomery. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Lori L Montgomery please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.osrfh.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.Austin L. Montgomery, 4 of Kearney tragically passed away with his mother, Lori and sister, Emmah on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Austin Lee Montgomery was born December 2, 2016 in Kearney, NE to Jess and Lori (Wempen) Montgomery. Austin loved Thomas the Train and anything to do with racecars. He was a cookie monster and enjoyed talking on his mom’s phone. Left to cherish his memory are his father, Jess Montgomery of Kearney; sister, Hanna Montgomery of Kearney; grandparents, Eugene Sr. and Diane Wempen of Overton and Linda Montgomery of Minden; uncles and aunt, JR Wempen of Overton, AJ Montgomery of Las Vegas, NV, Katie (Jeff) Bohlen of Pleasanton; great grandparents, Beverly Wempen of Overton and Darlene Montgomery of North Platte To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Austin L Montgomery please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.osrfh.com/store/Category.aspx?CategoryId=319&amp;icn=desktop_memorial_obituary_link#chooser">Sympathy Store</a>.Emmah M. Montgomery, 2 of Kearney tragically passed away with her mother, Lori and brother, Austin on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney. Interment will follow at Armada Cemetery in Miller, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. Emmah Mae Montgomery was born July 27, 2018 in Kearney, NE to Jess and Lori (Wempen) Montgomery. Emmah enjoyed playing with dolls and talking on her mom’s phone. She loved her kitty and puppies. She will always be remembered for her beautiful red hair. 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