Joan E. Trygstad, 86, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at the home of her daughter in Lakeville, Minnesota. &nbsp;

Joan was born on July 12, 1937 in Montrose, SD, the daughter of Orville and Leila (Henle) Erickson. &nbsp;Joan grew up in Montrose and graduated from Montrose High School in 1955. &nbsp;She married Kenneth M. Trygstad on September 17, 1958 in Montrose, SD and together they had four children.

The family spent many years living in Sioux Falls and Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;Joan worked as a teller and bank associate with First National Rushmore Bank for 22 years. &nbsp;Following her husband Ken’s retirement the family moved to Blackhawk, SD, to Denver, CO for a short time, and finally to North Platte, NE.

Joan was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Rapid City and at Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte in recent years. &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, working on puzzles, and was an avid reader. &nbsp;Above all Joan adored spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. &nbsp;Joan will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Joan’s memory are her children, Mark (Mary Celeste) Trygstad of Augusta, GA, Patricia (Paul) Johnson of Lakeville, MN, Paul (Candy) Trygstad of Windsor, CO, and Kaylene (Terry) Sodawasser of North Platte; grandchildren, Martin L. (Christy) Johnson, Matthew P. (Kelli) Johnson, Joshua (Erin) Trygstad, Maria (Andrew) Tijernia, Daniel (Joslynne) Trygstad, Sarah (Brendan) Pendley, Ben (Sydney) Trygstad, Aaron Trygstad, Lydia Trygstad; and Joe Trygstad, Katie (Lance) Wright, and Andrew (Kat) Sodawasser; great-grandchildren, Luka, Ezra, Margot, Ira, Wyatt, Owen, Colette, Dakota, Carson, Wesley, Rhett, Jace, Jaxon, Aspen, Caden, Zeke, Zoey, Leila, Kohen, Larken, Jayden, and special child Azalea; step-grandchild, William Rosabal; sisters, Joyce Strom of Madison, SD, and Deborah Ramirez of Mexico; sister in law, Jackie Erickson of GA; and numerous other family members and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Ken; brother, James Erickson; brother in laws, Steve Strom, Mark VanCuren, and Roberto Ramirez; and step-grandson, Melchor Rosabal. &nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte, NE with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at a later date in Pine Lawn Cemetery in Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;

Memorials in her memory may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church.

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 </figure>Joan E. Trygstad, 86, of North Platte, NE passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at the home of her daughter in Lakeville, Minnesota. &nbsp;Joan was born on July 12, 1937 in Montrose, SD, the daughter of Orville and Leila (Henle) Erickson. &nbsp;Joan grew up in Montrose and graduated from Montrose High School in 1955. &nbsp;She married Kenneth M. Trygstad on September 17, 1958 in Montrose, SD and together they had four children.The family spent many years living in Sioux Falls and Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;Joan worked as a teller and bank associate with First National Rushmore Bank for 22 years. &nbsp;Following her husband Ken’s retirement the family moved to Blackhawk, SD, to Denver, CO for a short time, and finally to North Platte, NE.Joan was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Rapid City and at Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte in recent years. &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, working on puzzles, and was an avid reader. &nbsp;Above all Joan adored spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. &nbsp;Joan will be missed by all who knew and loved her.Those left to cherish Joan’s memory are her children, Mark (Mary Celeste) Trygstad of Augusta, GA, Patricia (Paul) Johnson of Lakeville, MN, Paul (Candy) Trygstad of Windsor, CO, and Kaylene (Terry) Sodawasser of North Platte; grandchildren, Martin L. (Christy) Johnson, Matthew P. (Kelli) Johnson, Joshua (Erin) Trygstad, Maria (Andrew) Tijernia, Daniel (Joslynne) Trygstad, Sarah (Brendan) Pendley, Ben (Sydney) Trygstad, Aaron Trygstad, Lydia Trygstad; and Joe Trygstad, Katie (Lance) Wright, and Andrew (Kat) Sodawasser; great-grandchildren, Luka, Ezra, Margot, Ira, Wyatt, Owen, Colette, Dakota, Carson, Wesley, Rhett, Jace, Jaxon, Aspen, Caden, Zeke, Zoey, Leila, Kohen, Larken, Jayden, and special child Azalea; step-grandchild, William Rosabal; sisters, Joyce Strom of Madison, SD, and Deborah Ramirez of Mexico; sister in law, Jackie Erickson of GA; and numerous other family members and many friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Ken; brother, James Erickson; brother in laws, Steve Strom, Mark VanCuren, and Roberto Ramirez; and step-grandson, Melchor Rosabal. &nbsp;Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte, NE with Pastor Anne Durboraw officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at a later date in Pine Lawn Cemetery in Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;Memorials in her memory may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church.

Joan Evelyn Trygstad (1937-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne Merle Maret, 81, passed away May 27, 2024 at the Elwood Care Center.&nbsp; He was born May 8, 1943, in Imperial, Nebraska to Merle and Zelda (Hinton) Maret.&nbsp; LaVerne graduated from Stockville High School in 1962.&nbsp; He met his wife, Georgia Maret on the Hinton farm when they were just teenagers.&nbsp; The couple eloped to Oberlin, Kansas in 1963 and were later married at the Christian church in Bartley, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne and Georgia moved to the farm at Stockville where they lived 12 years and raised three sons and two daughters before moving to town and running the Hideaway for many years.&nbsp; They lived in McCook for a number of years before retiring in Holdrege.&nbsp; LaVerne was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.&nbsp; He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and trips to the mountains with his family.&nbsp; He was known for his kind and generous nature.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne is survived by his children, Tracy Maret of Monroe, WA, Stacy Maret of Farnam, NE, Rodney (Frances) Maret of McCook, Kristy Maret of Bertrand, and Nikki Maret of Wilsonville, NE; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, Margene (Randy) Hayes of Imperial, sister, Marlene Mustion of North Platte; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Zelda; wife, Georgia Maret; grandson, Bryce Maret; and great-grandson, Camron Maret.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Arbor Cemetery in Stockville on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am with Randy Hayes officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held in Cambridge at the Lockenour-Jones Mortuary on Friday May 31, 2024 from 2pm -&nbsp;5:00 pm. Friends may leave online condolences at lockenour.com. Memorials may be left in his name at the Lockenour-Jones Mortuary in Cambridge. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lockenour-Jones Mortuary of Cambridge.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne Merle Maret, 81, passed away May 27, 2024 at the Elwood Care Center.&nbsp; He was born May 8, 1943, in Imperial, Nebraska to Merle and Zelda (Hinton) Maret.&nbsp; LaVerne graduated from Stockville High School in 1962.&nbsp; He met his wife, Georgia Maret on the Hinton farm when they were just teenagers.&nbsp; The couple eloped to Oberlin, Kansas in 1963 and were later married at the Christian church in Bartley, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne and Georgia moved to the farm at Stockville where they lived 12 years and raised three sons and two daughters before moving to town and running the Hideaway for many years.&nbsp; They lived in McCook for a number of years before retiring in Holdrege.&nbsp; LaVerne was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.&nbsp; He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and trips to the mountains with his family.&nbsp; He was known for his kind and generous nature.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; LaVerne is survived by his children, Tracy Maret of Monroe, WA, Stacy Maret of Farnam, NE, Rodney (Frances) Maret of McCook, Kristy Maret of Bertrand, and Nikki Maret of Wilsonville, NE; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, Margene (Randy) Hayes of Imperial, sister, Marlene Mustion of North Platte; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Zelda; wife, Georgia Maret; grandson, Bryce Maret; and great-grandson, Camron Maret.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Graveside services will be held at the Arbor Cemetery in Stockville on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am with Randy Hayes officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held in Cambridge at the Lockenour-Jones Mortuary on Friday May 31, 2024 from 2pm -&nbsp;5:00 pm. Friends may leave online condolences at lockenour.com. Memorials may be left in his name at the Lockenour-Jones Mortuary in Cambridge. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lockenour-Jones Mortuary of Cambridge.

LaVerne Maret (1943-2024)

D.M. “Cot” Stuart, age 96, took the next step in his journey on Monday, May 27, 2024. &nbsp;Cot was born January 2, 1928, to Orlando Boardman and Dorothy Olga Schwink in Stuart, Nebraska. He attended country school for 8 years and started his freshman year of high school in Stuart while finishing the year in Rawlins, Wyoming. He then moved to Page, Nebraska with his folks and finished high school in 1946. &nbsp;After high school he went into the grocery business with his dad and older brother, Jack, in Plainview, Nebraska; however, the store burned down the following spring. The 2 brothers liked the meat business so their friend, Rudy Fischer, a sausage maker from the old country, and Jack started F &amp; S Sausage Company and Cot worked for them until he went into the Air Force in September 1950. After basic training and air police school, Cot was sent to Ramey A.F.B. in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. In 1951 he transferred to the Medical Corp as a veterinarian tech. While on leave in December he married his sweetheart Euvah Buckley, a Cozad native. She joined him in Puerto Rico for a 2-year tour of duty, they then moved to MacDill A.F.B in Tampa, Florida for a new assignment and it was there that he received an honorable discharge. Cot became a co-owner in F &amp; S soon after their return and he and Euvah spent the rest of their lives together in Cozad where they raised their son and daughter. Cot enjoyed rough carpentry and was always building something – a doghouse, a workshop, squirrel feeders, enclosing the patio, you name it – and in his 60’s he helped his nephew, Mike Schmidt, restore mobile homes in Kearney. He enjoyed selling promotional advertising along with working for Midwest Transportation Services for 20 years before retiring at the age of 90. Both jobs involved 2 things he enjoyed – driving and talking to people. He loved his community and was very active serving as a trustee for the Presbyterian Church, a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge, a charter member of the Cozad Elks Lodge, a member of the board of directors for the Cozad Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Cozad City Council, and a member and president of the Nebraska Association of Meat Processors. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, spending time with family, and telling stories with a chuckle. Cot is survived by his son David Marquet (Ket) Stuart, daughter Ellie Marie Wakefield, son-in-law Dan Wakefield, grandson James Stuart Wakefield, and many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 69½ years, Euvah, his beloved black lab, Duke, his parents, his sisters Varnael (Roger) Schmidt, Mildred (Jack) King, Veda (Richard) Knapp, and Vera (Ervin) Kloppenborg, and brother Jack (Margaret) Stuart. &nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad. Services will be Monday, June 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Burial with military honors will follow at Cozad Cemetery. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>D.M. “Cot” Stuart, age 96, took the next step in his journey on Monday, May 27, 2024. &nbsp;Cot was born January 2, 1928, to Orlando Boardman and Dorothy Olga Schwink in Stuart, Nebraska. He attended country school for 8 years and started his freshman year of high school in Stuart while finishing the year in Rawlins, Wyoming. He then moved to Page, Nebraska with his folks and finished high school in 1946. &nbsp;After high school he went into the grocery business with his dad and older brother, Jack, in Plainview, Nebraska; however, the store burned down the following spring. The 2 brothers liked the meat business so their friend, Rudy Fischer, a sausage maker from the old country, and Jack started F &amp; S Sausage Company and Cot worked for them until he went into the Air Force in September 1950. After basic training and air police school, Cot was sent to Ramey A.F.B. in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. In 1951 he transferred to the Medical Corp as a veterinarian tech. While on leave in December he married his sweetheart Euvah Buckley, a Cozad native. She joined him in Puerto Rico for a 2-year tour of duty, they then moved to MacDill A.F.B in Tampa, Florida for a new assignment and it was there that he received an honorable discharge. Cot became a co-owner in F &amp; S soon after their return and he and Euvah spent the rest of their lives together in Cozad where they raised their son and daughter. Cot enjoyed rough carpentry and was always building something – a doghouse, a workshop, squirrel feeders, enclosing the patio, you name it – and in his 60’s he helped his nephew, Mike Schmidt, restore mobile homes in Kearney. He enjoyed selling promotional advertising along with working for Midwest Transportation Services for 20 years before retiring at the age of 90. Both jobs involved 2 things he enjoyed – driving and talking to people. He loved his community and was very active serving as a trustee for the Presbyterian Church, a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge, a charter member of the Cozad Elks Lodge, a member of the board of directors for the Cozad Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Cozad City Council, and a member and president of the Nebraska Association of Meat Processors. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, spending time with family, and telling stories with a chuckle. Cot is survived by his son David Marquet (Ket) Stuart, daughter Ellie Marie Wakefield, son-in-law Dan Wakefield, grandson James Stuart Wakefield, and many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 69½ years, Euvah, his beloved black lab, Duke, his parents, his sisters Varnael (Roger) Schmidt, Mildred (Jack) King, Veda (Richard) Knapp, and Vera (Ervin) Kloppenborg, and brother Jack (Margaret) Stuart. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church in Cozad. Services will be Monday, June 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Burial with military honors will follow at Cozad Cemetery. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

D.M. "Cot" Stuart (1928-2024)

Mitchell R. Titze passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at age of 74. He was born in Oakland, Nebraska to William and Marilyn (Willnerd) Titze. It was winter solstice when Bill and Marilyn were surprised with the birth of twin boys, Mitchell and Michael. In 15 months, brother Thomas Kent would be born and later Kevin Charles would be the fourth brother. The rambunctious brothers would have many adventures growing up in Fremont and Omaha.

At 14, Mitch was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Treatment for diabetics was very different in the 1960’s and Mitch’s saw all the progress in treatment.

Growing up he worked as paperboy, busboy and brick layer. Mitch graduated from Burke High with the class of 1968. After high school he worked for several years laying tile and vinyl flooring until he began work at Northwestern Bell Telephone. He started as a clerk and progressed to central office technician. His career would take him from Omaha to Grand Island and then to Lexington. After 30 years with the phone company, Mitch retired.&nbsp;

In 1984 due to years of diabetes, his kidneys failed. His twin brother, Mike, gave him the gift of life with one of his kidneys. Not only did Mike and Mitch look alike but testing revealed that they were identical twins and Mitch did not need to take immune suppression medicine. The new kidney would last Mitch for 40 years.

Throughout his life Mitch loved to fish, hunt and train his hunting dogs. He belonged to many outdoor clubs. He relished hunting duck and geese with Joe at the “Duck Inn”, going on hunting and fishing trips to South Dakota with his buddy Brad and to Canada and Great Lakes with his friend Tim. In Lexington, he met and married Marsha Linke Delp and he gained a grown step son, Adam Delp and his wife Melissa and their daughter Desirai. Mitch was a kind and supportive husband, who completed many home projects from laying tile for the home to building garden structures. In 2020, Mitch and Marsha moved to Kearney.

Survivors include his wife Marsha; mother, Marilyn Titze of Phoenix AZ; brothers, Micheal Titze (Beth) of Tallahassee, FL, Kent ( Fran) of Phoenix AZ, Kevin Charles aka KC (Sharon) of Eugene, OR; stepson, Adam (Melissa) Delp of Johnson Lake, NE; step granddaugher, Desirai Grassmeyer of Holdrege, NE; sisters in law and brothers in law, David and Janet McCotter of Chandler, AZ and Richard and Donna Farlow of Gretna, NE; and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. A Celebration of life will be announced at later date. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Mitchell R. Titze passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE at age of 74. He was born in Oakland, Nebraska to William and Marilyn (Willnerd) Titze. It was winter solstice when Bill and Marilyn were surprised with the birth of twin boys, Mitchell and Michael. In 15 months, brother Thomas Kent would be born and later Kevin Charles would be the fourth brother. The rambunctious brothers would have many adventures growing up in Fremont and Omaha.At 14, Mitch was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Treatment for diabetics was very different in the 1960’s and Mitch’s saw all the progress in treatment.Growing up he worked as paperboy, busboy and brick layer. Mitch graduated from Burke High with the class of 1968. After high school he worked for several years laying tile and vinyl flooring until he began work at Northwestern Bell Telephone. He started as a clerk and progressed to central office technician. His career would take him from Omaha to Grand Island and then to Lexington. After 30 years with the phone company, Mitch retired.&nbsp;In 1984 due to years of diabetes, his kidneys failed. His twin brother, Mike, gave him the gift of life with one of his kidneys. Not only did Mike and Mitch look alike but testing revealed that they were identical twins and Mitch did not need to take immune suppression medicine. The new kidney would last Mitch for 40 years.Throughout his life Mitch loved to fish, hunt and train his hunting dogs. He belonged to many outdoor clubs. He relished hunting duck and geese with Joe at the “Duck Inn”, going on hunting and fishing trips to South Dakota with his buddy Brad and to Canada and Great Lakes with his friend Tim. In Lexington, he met and married Marsha Linke Delp and he gained a grown step son, Adam Delp and his wife Melissa and their daughter Desirai. Mitch was a kind and supportive husband, who completed many home projects from laying tile for the home to building garden structures. In 2020, Mitch and Marsha moved to Kearney.Survivors include his wife Marsha; mother, Marilyn Titze of Phoenix AZ; brothers, Micheal Titze (Beth) of Tallahassee, FL, Kent ( Fran) of Phoenix AZ, Kevin Charles aka KC (Sharon) of Eugene, OR; stepson, Adam (Melissa) Delp of Johnson Lake, NE; step granddaugher, Desirai Grassmeyer of Holdrege, NE; sisters in law and brothers in law, David and Janet McCotter of Chandler, AZ and Richard and Donna Farlow of Gretna, NE; and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. A Celebration of life will be announced at later date. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Mitchell Robert Titze (1949-2024)

Richard P. White, 65, passed away on May 20, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas.

Richard (better known as Ric) was born Aug. 2, 1958, in McCook, Nebraska, to Richard Dewayne and Velma Fern (Hill) White. He was raised in Maywood, Nebraska, and graduated from Maywood High School. Richard worked various jobs throughout life, including maintenance and handyman roles as well as various roles in the restaurant industry. Most of his adult life was spent in Perkins County and North Platte. Most recently, Richard had been making his home in Topeka.

Richard was a loving and caring individual who deeply valued his relationship with his son, Zac. Recently, he especially loved visiting on the phone with his two-year-old granddaughter, Jaydalee. He enjoyed classic cars, fishing, and wildlife, with one of his favorite spots being Cody Park in North Platte. Richard was a talented musician and could often be found with a guitar strumming a tune. Richard's faith in Jesus was his anchor and stronghold, sustaining him through all the seasons of life. He was baptized in and had many friends at Calvary Baptist Church in North Platte.

He is survived by his son, Zachary (Larissa) White, and granddaughter Jaydalee of Ogallala; Zac's mother, Suzanne McCormick of Ogallala; his brother, Jeff (Carla) Hill of Mountain View, Arkansas, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends made along the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Velma, and his step-father, Ryland Saum.

Online condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.

A memorial service will be held at a later date at New Hope Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Richard P. White, 65, passed away on May 20, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas.Richard (better known as Ric) was born Aug. 2, 1958, in McCook, Nebraska, to Richard Dewayne and Velma Fern (Hill) White. He was raised in Maywood, Nebraska, and graduated from Maywood High School. Richard worked various jobs throughout life, including maintenance and handyman roles as well as various roles in the restaurant industry. Most of his adult life was spent in Perkins County and North Platte. Most recently, Richard had been making his home in Topeka.Richard was a loving and caring individual who deeply valued his relationship with his son, Zac. Recently, he especially loved visiting on the phone with his two-year-old granddaughter, Jaydalee. He enjoyed classic cars, fishing, and wildlife, with one of his favorite spots being Cody Park in North Platte. Richard was a talented musician and could often be found with a guitar strumming a tune. Richard's faith in Jesus was his anchor and stronghold, sustaining him through all the seasons of life. He was baptized in and had many friends at Calvary Baptist Church in North Platte.He is survived by his son, Zachary (Larissa) White, and granddaughter Jaydalee of Ogallala; Zac's mother, Suzanne McCormick of Ogallala; his brother, Jeff (Carla) Hill of Mountain View, Arkansas, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends made along the way.He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Velma, and his step-father, Ryland Saum.Online condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.A memorial service will be held at a later date at New Hope Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating.Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Richard "Ric" White (1958-2024)

On May 27, 2024, Herbert Ronald Kelley, passed away at his home in the presence of his devoted family, at the age of 88. &nbsp;He was born on May 7, 1936, in Maxwell, NE, to Henry LeRoy and Louise C. (Yanken) Kelley. &nbsp;

As a child, Herbert lost his mother and was raised by his dad, Roy. &nbsp;After completing high school at Maxwell through the tenth grade, Herbert, his brother, and his dad moved to Raton, NM, where they worked a carpentry job. &nbsp;It wasn’t long before they moved to Canon City, CO and began working in the mines. &nbsp;Though he attended high school with Jacqueline Hiatt, it wasn’t until several years later that the two began dating and were eventually married on August 20, 1962. &nbsp;The couple spent just over 60 years together. &nbsp;Upon their union, Herbert welcomed two children that he raised as his own, Ila and Rick. &nbsp;They then had a son together, Riley. &nbsp;The couple lived in Canon City until 1965 and then moved to North Platte where they settled and Herbert began his business, Kelley Tree Service. &nbsp;He eventually retired in 2002.

Herbert could almost always be found in his yard, doing landscape work of some kind, whether it be on his plants, his flowers, or the rock gardens that contained the thousands of rocks he had hauled back from Canon City. &nbsp;He was very family oriented, holding a special love for his grandkids and Faith was the utmost important to Herbert, being a member of the Parkview Community Church.

Survivors of Herbert include his wife, Jackie of North Platte; children, Ila Bain and Riley (Julie) Kelley; grandchildren, Seth Kelley, Aaron (Erin) Kelley, Casie Thompson, Cory (Katey) Kelley, and Kalob (Isabella) Flamel; great grandkids, Christian (Sammantha) Buck, Jakob (Sierra) Buck, Elsacia (Drew) Buck, Cooper, and Lainey; great-great grandkids, Shia, Olivia, Alaynna, and baby Wylie due in July 2024; grandson-in-law, Jake Buck.

Those preceding him in death are his parents; son, Rick; son-in-law, Kris Bain; great grandson, Kai; siblings, Helen, Lester, Gladys, Dorothy, Jean, Ruby, Ralph, and Melvin.

Memorials are suggested to the Nebraska Arbor Foundation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 10 AM at the Parkview Community Church with Rev. James Trippett as the officiant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Plainview Cemetery, Maxwell, NE. &nbsp;Visitation will be held at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home on Sunday, June 2, 2024, from 12 PM to 2 PM with family present to greet friends. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>On May 27, 2024, Herbert Ronald Kelley, passed away at his home in the presence of his devoted family, at the age of 88. &nbsp;He was born on May 7, 1936, in Maxwell, NE, to Henry LeRoy and Louise C. (Yanken) Kelley. &nbsp;As a child, Herbert lost his mother and was raised by his dad, Roy. &nbsp;After completing high school at Maxwell through the tenth grade, Herbert, his brother, and his dad moved to Raton, NM, where they worked a carpentry job. &nbsp;It wasn’t long before they moved to Canon City, CO and began working in the mines. &nbsp;Though he attended high school with Jacqueline Hiatt, it wasn’t until several years later that the two began dating and were eventually married on August 20, 1962. &nbsp;The couple spent just over 60 years together. &nbsp;Upon their union, Herbert welcomed two children that he raised as his own, Ila and Rick. &nbsp;They then had a son together, Riley. &nbsp;The couple lived in Canon City until 1965 and then moved to North Platte where they settled and Herbert began his business, Kelley Tree Service. &nbsp;He eventually retired in 2002.Herbert could almost always be found in his yard, doing landscape work of some kind, whether it be on his plants, his flowers, or the rock gardens that contained the thousands of rocks he had hauled back from Canon City. &nbsp;He was very family oriented, holding a special love for his grandkids and Faith was the utmost important to Herbert, being a member of the Parkview Community Church.Survivors of Herbert include his wife, Jackie of North Platte; children, Ila Bain and Riley (Julie) Kelley; grandchildren, Seth Kelley, Aaron (Erin) Kelley, Casie Thompson, Cory (Katey) Kelley, and Kalob (Isabella) Flamel; great grandkids, Christian (Sammantha) Buck, Jakob (Sierra) Buck, Elsacia (Drew) Buck, Cooper, and Lainey; great-great grandkids, Shia, Olivia, Alaynna, and baby Wylie due in July 2024; grandson-in-law, Jake Buck.Those preceding him in death are his parents; son, Rick; son-in-law, Kris Bain; great grandson, Kai; siblings, Helen, Lester, Gladys, Dorothy, Jean, Ruby, Ralph, and Melvin.Memorials are suggested to the Nebraska Arbor Foundation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 10 AM at the Parkview Community Church with Rev. James Trippett as the officiant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Plainview Cemetery, Maxwell, NE. &nbsp;Visitation will be held at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home on Sunday, June 2, 2024, from 12 PM to 2 PM with family present to greet friends. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Herbert Kelley (1936-2024)

Peggy Jean Land was surrounded by her family at Great Plains Health when she passed away on May 25, 2024, at age 93.

Peggy, the daughter of John and Dorothy Godeker, was born October 10, 1930, in Sutherland where she grew up and attended school.  She worked at the Condenser Plant in town, then got married.

On March 2, 1950, Peggy was united in marriage to Fred Land at Julesburg, CO.  They settled on a ranch north of Hershey where they worked and raised a family.  Peggy loved the country life and all it had to offer with nature, wildlife, and of course being in and around the Birdwood Creek.

Peggy collected angels and figurines and enjoyed reading and doing embroidery work.  She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and Birdwood Busy Bee Club.  Peggy especially loved her family and extended family and leaves them all with great memories.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Fred Land, Jr., siblings, Marjorie Rothemeyer and John Godeker, Jr., and son-in-law, George Loving, Jr.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Victoria Loving of North Platte and brother, James Godeker of Grand Island; grandchildren, Eric Land of Clifton, CO, and Becky Phillips (Michael) of North Platte; step grandchildren, George and Brian Loving; several great-grandchildren; and other family.

Services will be 10 a.m., Friday, June 7, at Odean Colonial Chapel.

Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.  The guest 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>Peggy Jean Land was surrounded by her family at Great Plains Health when she passed away on May 25, 2024, at age 93.Peggy, the daughter of John and Dorothy Godeker, was born October 10, 1930, in Sutherland where she grew up and attended school. She worked at the Condenser Plant in town, then got married.On March 2, 1950, Peggy was united in marriage to Fred Land at Julesburg, CO. They settled on a ranch north of Hershey where they worked and raised a family. Peggy loved the country life and all it had to offer with nature, wildlife, and of course being in and around the Birdwood Creek.Peggy collected angels and figurines and enjoyed reading and doing embroidery work. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and Birdwood Busy Bee Club. Peggy especially loved her family and extended family and leaves them all with great memories.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Fred Land, Jr., siblings, Marjorie Rothemeyer and John Godeker, Jr., and son-in-law, George Loving, Jr.Peggy is survived by her daughter, Victoria Loving of North Platte and brother, James Godeker of Grand Island; grandchildren, Eric Land of Clifton, CO, and Becky Phillips (Michael) of North Platte; step grandchildren, George and Brian Loving; several great-grandchildren; and other family.Services will be 10 a.m., Friday, June 7, at Odean Colonial Chapel.Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. The guest book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Jean Land (1930-2024)

Robert "Leroy" Evans, age 87 passed away on May 24, 2024 at his home&nbsp;in&nbsp;Kearney,&nbsp;Nebraska.

&nbsp;Leroy was born August 6, 1936, in Hyannis, Nebraska to Emmerson and Dorothy Evans. He attended school at District #4 through 8th&nbsp;grade. He attended 2 years of high school in Whitman and then went to UNSA at Curtis, Nebraska, where he graduated in 1953. He attended Chadron State College where he graduated with a 2-year business ag. degree. After college he returned to help his father run the family ranch north of Whitman.

&nbsp;On May 29, 1957, he married Delores Mae Geist of Whitman. To this union 5 children were born: Jerry Lee, Timothy Wayne, Teddi Jo, Joy Ann, and Robert Allen.

&nbsp;Leroy enjoyed running and working on the ranch with his kids and grandkids. Besides cattle work, he contracted haying over the years, which gave him the opportunity to hire and work with a lot of young people from all over the United States.

&nbsp;Leroy was proud to serve as Grant County Commissioner from 1972 to 1992 as well as serving on state and national committees. He also served on the District #4 school board, the Whitman Church, and the Cemetery board for several years. He enjoyed being part of the Masons, Eagles, and Eastern Stars.

&nbsp;Upon retiring, the ranch was sold to his granddaughter, Chawnee Grant, keeping it in the family, something Leroy always wanted. He loved watching his grandkids and great-grandkids in all their school and sporting activities. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, sister, and daughter before moving to Kearney where is enjoyed playing pitch and cribbage every day.

&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Delores, their sons, Jerry (Lonny) of Ainsworth, Timothy (Charlotte) of North Platte, Robert (Rhonda) of Sioux Falls SD, daughters, Teddi of Kearney, and Joy of Omaha. He is also survived by his sister, Janet Wittrup of Cheyenne, WY and sister-in-law Alda Evans of Overland Park, KS, 15 grandkids, 31 great-grandkids, several step grandkids and great-grandkids and many nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Emmerson and Dorothy Evans, sister and brother-in-law Deloris and Don Anderson, brother Lloyd Evans, brother-in-law Don Wittrup, mother-in-law Alta McIntosh and step-grandson Luke Reimers.

&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 1:00 PM Mountain Time at Hyannis High School Auditorium. Burial will be at a later date in the Whitman Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Whitman Community Hall, Whitman Church, or the Whitman Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 31st from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Mountain Time at Mullen Funeral Home in Mullen, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary/Mullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert "Leroy" Evans, age 87 passed away on May 24, 2024 at his home&nbsp;in&nbsp;Kearney,&nbsp;Nebraska.&nbsp;Leroy was born August 6, 1936, in Hyannis, Nebraska to Emmerson and Dorothy Evans. He attended school at District #4 through 8th&nbsp;grade. He attended 2 years of high school in Whitman and then went to UNSA at Curtis, Nebraska, where he graduated in 1953. He attended Chadron State College where he graduated with a 2-year business ag. degree. After college he returned to help his father run the family ranch north of Whitman.&nbsp;On May 29, 1957, he married Delores Mae Geist of Whitman. To this union 5 children were born: Jerry Lee, Timothy Wayne, Teddi Jo, Joy Ann, and Robert Allen.&nbsp;Leroy enjoyed running and working on the ranch with his kids and grandkids. Besides cattle work, he contracted haying over the years, which gave him the opportunity to hire and work with a lot of young people from all over the United States.&nbsp;Leroy was proud to serve as Grant County Commissioner from 1972 to 1992 as well as serving on state and national committees. He also served on the District #4 school board, the Whitman Church, and the Cemetery board for several years. He enjoyed being part of the Masons, Eagles, and Eastern Stars.&nbsp;Upon retiring, the ranch was sold to his granddaughter, Chawnee Grant, keeping it in the family, something Leroy always wanted. He loved watching his grandkids and great-grandkids in all their school and sporting activities. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, sister, and daughter before moving to Kearney where is enjoyed playing pitch and cribbage every day.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Delores, their sons, Jerry (Lonny) of Ainsworth, Timothy (Charlotte) of North Platte, Robert (Rhonda) of Sioux Falls SD, daughters, Teddi of Kearney, and Joy of Omaha. He is also survived by his sister, Janet Wittrup of Cheyenne, WY and sister-in-law Alda Evans of Overland Park, KS, 15 grandkids, 31 great-grandkids, several step grandkids and great-grandkids and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Emmerson and Dorothy Evans, sister and brother-in-law Deloris and Don Anderson, brother Lloyd Evans, brother-in-law Don Wittrup, mother-in-law Alta McIntosh and step-grandson Luke Reimers.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 1:00 PM Mountain Time at Hyannis High School Auditorium. Burial will be at a later date in the Whitman Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Whitman Community Hall, Whitman Church, or the Whitman Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 31st from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Mountain Time at Mullen Funeral Home in Mullen, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary/Mullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;

Robert "Leroy" Evans (1936-2024)

Doris A. Applegarth passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 at her home in Cozad at the age of 66. Doris was born October 9, 1957 at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Calvin and Leona (Brisbin) Holland. Doris worked at Tenneco (Monroe Auto) for 25 years. After Monroe Auto, Doris worked at the Grand Generation Center where she enjoyed cooking and meeting the residents. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Doris loved her family and friends. She looked forward to the big Easter family event. &nbsp;Easter always included lots of food, plenty of Easter eggs, water fights and whip cream shenanigans. &nbsp;Doris loved watching the Huskers. &nbsp;She liked spending time sitting on her patio enjoying the weather and watching her dog Winston run around. &nbsp;Doris was a wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, niece and cousin. &nbsp;She is loved and will be missed by many. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Doris was preceded in death by her parents; son, Shannon Williamson; and mother in law, Velma Applegarth. &nbsp;

She is lovingly survived by her husband, Bill Applegarth; son, Justin Williamson and his wife Danielle; grandchildren, Nicolette, Jakob and Josalynn; brother, Paul Holland and his wife Mary; sisters Joyce Lauer and &nbsp;husband Randy, Diana Moore and husband Harvey, Merry Romero and husband Tommy and Debbie Moody; father in law, Robert Applegarth; and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen and a graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. at Cozad Cemetery with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Doris A. Applegarth passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 at her home in Cozad at the age of 66. Doris was born October 9, 1957 at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Calvin and Leona (Brisbin) Holland. Doris worked at Tenneco (Monroe Auto) for 25 years. After Monroe Auto, Doris worked at the Grand Generation Center where she enjoyed cooking and meeting the residents. &nbsp;&nbsp;Doris loved her family and friends. She looked forward to the big Easter family event. &nbsp;Easter always included lots of food, plenty of Easter eggs, water fights and whip cream shenanigans. &nbsp;Doris loved watching the Huskers. &nbsp;She liked spending time sitting on her patio enjoying the weather and watching her dog Winston run around. &nbsp;Doris was a wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, niece and cousin. &nbsp;She is loved and will be missed by many. &nbsp;&nbsp;Doris was preceded in death by her parents; son, Shannon Williamson; and mother in law, Velma Applegarth. &nbsp;She is lovingly survived by her husband, Bill Applegarth; son, Justin Williamson and his wife Danielle; grandchildren, Nicolette, Jakob and Josalynn; brother, Paul Holland and his wife Mary; sisters Joyce Lauer and &nbsp;husband Randy, Diana Moore and husband Harvey, Merry Romero and husband Tommy and Debbie Moody; father in law, Robert Applegarth; and numerous nieces and nephews. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen and a graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. at Cozad Cemetery with Rev. Jill Boyd officiating. Berryman Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Doris Ann Applegarth (1957-2024)

&nbsp; Wanda Holmes, 87, of Cozad, formerly of Lexington, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska.

She was born on February 9, 1937, in Fairbury, Nebraska to Charles and Bessie (Hayes) Walbridge. Wanda attended Geneva High School and graduated with the class of 1955. On June 17, 1971, Wanda was united in marriage to Leslie Holmes in Washington, Kansas. The couple lived in many different towns in Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. The couple made their home in Cozad.

Wanda spent many years working as a manager for the Hollingsworth Motel in Lexington and often volunteered for Love in Action, sorting clothing and helping families who were in need. Wanda's main job title was being a mother. She spent many years taking care and raising her nine children. As her children grew up, she was able to spend time and care for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Family was incredibly important to her, so being around her children and watching their families grow was a true blessing for her. Wanda loved being outdoors and spending her afternoons fishing. She also enjoyed spending a lot of time at the casinos with her husband, playing on the slot machines. She was also known for being an amazing cook and loved making delicious meals for her family.

Those left to celebrate her life, are her beloved husband, Leslie Holmes of Cozad; children, Jo Lynn (Jerry) Rehmert of Beloit, Kansas, Donna (Joe) Schmitt of Beloit, Kansas, Vickie (BK) Klapperich of Cozad, Mitzi (Darwin Bushyhead) Ritter of Kansas City, Missouri, Janell Chrisman of Blue Springs, Missouri, Anthony Holmes of Nebraska, and Leslie Holmes Jr. of Kodak, Tennessee; brother, Gilbert Walbridge of Concordia, Kansas, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, extended family and friends.

Besides her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her siblings, Dorothy (Bud) Ray, Betty (Bob) Rimpley, Butch (Evelyn) Walbridge, Mary (John) Miloche, Esther (Mike) Westcamp, Albert Walbridge, and Mike Walbridge, as well as her sons, Donald Ritter Jr, and David Holmes, and grandson, Brandon Holmes, son of David and Kris Holmes.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Ken Pitkin, officiating. Inurnment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:&nbsp;<a href="https://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>&nbsp; Wanda Holmes, 87, of Cozad, formerly of Lexington, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska.She was born on February 9, 1937, in Fairbury, Nebraska to Charles and Bessie (Hayes) Walbridge. Wanda attended Geneva High School and graduated with the class of 1955. On June 17, 1971, Wanda was united in marriage to Leslie Holmes in Washington, Kansas. The couple lived in many different towns in Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. The couple made their home in Cozad.Wanda spent many years working as a manager for the Hollingsworth Motel in Lexington and often volunteered for Love in Action, sorting clothing and helping families who were in need. Wanda's main job title was being a mother. She spent many years taking care and raising her nine children. As her children grew up, she was able to spend time and care for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Family was incredibly important to her, so being around her children and watching their families grow was a true blessing for her. Wanda loved being outdoors and spending her afternoons fishing. She also enjoyed spending a lot of time at the casinos with her husband, playing on the slot machines. She was also known for being an amazing cook and loved making delicious meals for her family.Those left to celebrate her life, are her beloved husband, Leslie Holmes of Cozad; children, Jo Lynn (Jerry) Rehmert of Beloit, Kansas, Donna (Joe) Schmitt of Beloit, Kansas, Vickie (BK) Klapperich of Cozad, Mitzi (Darwin Bushyhead) Ritter of Kansas City, Missouri, Janell Chrisman of Blue Springs, Missouri, Anthony Holmes of Nebraska, and Leslie Holmes Jr. of Kodak, Tennessee; brother, Gilbert Walbridge of Concordia, Kansas, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, extended family and friends.Besides her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her siblings, Dorothy (Bud) Ray, Betty (Bob) Rimpley, Butch (Evelyn) Walbridge, Mary (John) Miloche, Esther (Mike) Westcamp, Albert Walbridge, and Mike Walbridge, as well as her sons, Donald Ritter Jr, and David Holmes, and grandson, Brandon Holmes, son of David and Kris Holmes.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Ken Pitkin, officiating. Inurnment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:&nbsp;<a href="https://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

Wanda Holmes (1937-2024)

Perry Folkers, age 62, passed away May 22, 2024, at Bryan Medical Center East in Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp;

Perry was born in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Elmer and Norma Folkers on October 29, 1961, and grew up in a loving home in Lexington, Nebraska where he was one of three boys. He excelled in many sports including football, basketball and track and graduated from Lexington High School in 1980.

Perry was an amateur artist and loved doodling, sketching, and painting. &nbsp;At one time he owned Signs of Today where he specialized in hand lettered signs, billboards, and murals for area businesses, He later owned Folker’s Painting where he was a self-employed painter.

Perry’s family and friends would describe him as having a kind and thoughtful disposition.

Perry was preceded in death by his father Elmer Folkers. He is survived by mother, Norma Folkers of Gothenburg; wife Bonnie Folkers of Lexington, stepdaughters Tish Myers of Augusta, Georgia and Lachele and Crystal Myers-Noonan of Superior; brother, Mitch (Sandra) Folkers of Elkhorn, Jon (Liz) Folkers of Omaha; nephew, Luke (Laura) Folkers of Lincoln; niece, Stephanie (Dru) Kastler of Omaha; nephew, Jack (Rachel), Joe Folkers, and Jay Folkers, all of Omaha. He also has six great nieces and nephews.

Perry wished to be cremated and no funeral services are planned.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:<a href="https://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Perry Folkers, age 62, passed away May 22, 2024, at Bryan Medical Center East in Lincoln, Nebraska.&nbsp;Perry was born in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Elmer and Norma Folkers on October 29, 1961, and grew up in a loving home in Lexington, Nebraska where he was one of three boys. He excelled in many sports including football, basketball and track and graduated from Lexington High School in 1980.Perry was an amateur artist and loved doodling, sketching, and painting. &nbsp;At one time he owned Signs of Today where he specialized in hand lettered signs, billboards, and murals for area businesses, He later owned Folker’s Painting where he was a self-employed painter.Perry’s family and friends would describe him as having a kind and thoughtful disposition.Perry was preceded in death by his father Elmer Folkers. He is survived by mother, Norma Folkers of Gothenburg; wife Bonnie Folkers of Lexington, stepdaughters Tish Myers of Augusta, Georgia and Lachele and Crystal Myers-Noonan of Superior; brother, Mitch (Sandra) Folkers of Elkhorn, Jon (Liz) Folkers of Omaha; nephew, Luke (Laura) Folkers of Lincoln; niece, Stephanie (Dru) Kastler of Omaha; nephew, Jack (Rachel), Joe Folkers, and Jay Folkers, all of Omaha. He also has six great nieces and nephews.Perry wished to be cremated and no funeral services are planned.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:<a href="https://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

Perry Folkers (1961-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Virginia Marie Spray was born in Nampa, Idaho to Virgil and Vivian (Thomas) Frickey on September 17, 1937. &nbsp;Her loving family was by her side when she passed away early Thursday morning, May 23, 2024, at Community Hospital in McCook, Nebraska.

&nbsp; &nbsp; In 1960, she was united in marriage to Glen Spray and to this union three children would be born: Richard, Judy and Vickie. &nbsp;Glen’s work in construction took the young family to many different communities until their final move to Trenton, Nebraska. &nbsp;Virginia was a hard worker; she worked in many area factories performing different types of skilled labor.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Virginia’s true passion was to travel. &nbsp;She enjoyed time spent in Arizona and Las Vegas. &nbsp;She was a small town girl, but she truly loved to spend time in the city. &nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2000, Virginia purchased a motorhome and spent time traveling countless miles across the Continental United States. &nbsp;She was fiercely independent and enjoyed reading, crafting and sewing. &nbsp;Virginia also took time to remodel many area homes.

&nbsp; &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen; son, Richard; son-in-law, William (Baldy) Hay; siblings, John Frickey, Jaunita Humphreys and Ron Frickey; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Hopkins.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include her daughters, Judy Hay of Trenton and Vickie (Mike) Christner of Hayes Center, Nebraska; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Christner of Hershey, Nebraska, Matthew Christner of Culbertson, Nebraska and Megan (Logan) Criswell of Chappell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Berkley Criswell; siblings: Verla Fister of Lebanon, Oregon, Carlyn Kraft of Oxford, Nebraska, Donna Smith of Roscoe, Nebraska, Rosie Lovenburg of Lincoln, Nebraska and Alice Majorins of Grand Island, Nebraska.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and graveside memorial services are scheduled for 11:00 AM on Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at the Trenton Cemetery just outside Trenton, Nebraska with Chaplain Tyler Thiessen providing words of comfort.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Virginia Spray for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Virginia Marie Spray was born in Nampa, Idaho to Virgil and Vivian (Thomas) Frickey on September 17, 1937. &nbsp;Her loving family was by her side when she passed away early Thursday morning, May 23, 2024, at Community Hospital in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; In 1960, she was united in marriage to Glen Spray and to this union three children would be born: Richard, Judy and Vickie. &nbsp;Glen’s work in construction took the young family to many different communities until their final move to Trenton, Nebraska. &nbsp;Virginia was a hard worker; she worked in many area factories performing different types of skilled labor.&nbsp; &nbsp; Virginia’s true passion was to travel. &nbsp;She enjoyed time spent in Arizona and Las Vegas. &nbsp;She was a small town girl, but she truly loved to spend time in the city. &nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2000, Virginia purchased a motorhome and spent time traveling countless miles across the Continental United States. &nbsp;She was fiercely independent and enjoyed reading, crafting and sewing. &nbsp;Virginia also took time to remodel many area homes.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen; son, Richard; son-in-law, William (Baldy) Hay; siblings, John Frickey, Jaunita Humphreys and Ron Frickey; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Hopkins.&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include her daughters, Judy Hay of Trenton and Vickie (Mike) Christner of Hayes Center, Nebraska; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Christner of Hershey, Nebraska, Matthew Christner of Culbertson, Nebraska and Megan (Logan) Criswell of Chappell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Berkley Criswell; siblings: Verla Fister of Lebanon, Oregon, Carlyn Kraft of Oxford, Nebraska, Donna Smith of Roscoe, Nebraska, Rosie Lovenburg of Lincoln, Nebraska and Alice Majorins of Grand Island, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and graveside memorial services are scheduled for 11:00 AM on Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at the Trenton Cemetery just outside Trenton, Nebraska with Chaplain Tyler Thiessen providing words of comfort.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Virginia Spray for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.&nbsp;

Virginia Marie Spray (1937-2024)

&nbsp; Sharon Lucille Walgren was born May 7, 1931 in Edgar, NE to Clair and Ted Voorhees. &nbsp;At the age of 6 the family set up a new household in Wauneta, NE where Ted started the Federal Land Bank. &nbsp;Sharon grew up and attended school in Wauneta graduating from Wauneta High School in 1949. &nbsp;She dated her High School sweetheart throughout their high school years.

 &nbsp;Upon graduating, Sharon went on to attend the University of Nebraska Lincoln majoring in music. &nbsp;She studied for 2 years until deciding to return to Wauneta to marry her high school sweetheart, Robert Walgren on November 11, 1951. &nbsp;The newly wed couple moved to San Diego where Robert enlisted in the Navy. &nbsp;To this union, boys Rex and Scott were born in San Diego, CA. 

&nbsp;Returning to Wauneta after 3 years of service, the couple started their careers in the grocery business building Walgrens Grocery, a staple of the community. &nbsp;Sharon taught music for 1 year at Wauneta High School. &nbsp;She sang for many weddings and funerals throughout the years and was the choir director for Wauneta Global Methodist Church for over 50 years. &nbsp;Her hobbies included playing bridge, singing, poker, and visiting with friends and family. &nbsp;

Sharon is survived by&nbsp;&nbsp;her sons, Rex (Kathy) Scott (Karen); grandchildren, Jamie (Jason) Wiess, Jeremy (Crystal) Walgren,&nbsp;Raenelle (Chris) Thoms;&nbsp;step grandchildren,&nbsp;Michael and Daniel Gardner, Renae Watkins;&nbsp;Carson (Jenna) and Chris (Mandy) Watt; 15 great grandchildren, Jaysek, Jensyn, Weston, Jaylea, Molly, Payton, Cash, Ashton, Brylee, Camden, Libby, Kenzie, Charlie and Karson Dean Watt, and Braxton Bradbury; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Sharon was preceded in death by her loving husband of 73 years, Robert; her parents; sister, Marilyn; and step granddaughter, Katie Watt-Bradbury.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 28 from 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M (MT) at Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta. &nbsp;A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 29 at 10:30 A.M. (MT) at Wauneta Global Methodist Church with Rev. Brian Loy officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Wauneta, Nebraska. &nbsp;Memorial Contributions may be made to Wauneta Global Methodist Church or the Wauneta Senior Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be sent to the family at <a href="https://www.liewerfuneralhome.com/">www.liewerfuneralhome.com</a> Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; Sharon Lucille Walgren was born May 7, 1931 in Edgar, NE to Clair and Ted Voorhees. &nbsp;At the age of 6 the family set up a new household in Wauneta, NE where Ted started the Federal Land Bank. &nbsp;Sharon grew up and attended school in Wauneta graduating from Wauneta High School in 1949. &nbsp;She dated her High School sweetheart throughout their high school years. &nbsp;Upon graduating, Sharon went on to attend the University of Nebraska Lincoln majoring in music. &nbsp;She studied for 2 years until deciding to return to Wauneta to marry her high school sweetheart, Robert Walgren on November 11, 1951. &nbsp;The newly wed couple moved to San Diego where Robert enlisted in the Navy. &nbsp;To this union, boys Rex and Scott were born in San Diego, CA. &nbsp;Returning to Wauneta after 3 years of service, the couple started their careers in the grocery business building Walgrens Grocery, a staple of the community. &nbsp;Sharon taught music for 1 year at Wauneta High School. &nbsp;She sang for many weddings and funerals throughout the years and was the choir director for Wauneta Global Methodist Church for over 50 years. &nbsp;Her hobbies included playing bridge, singing, poker, and visiting with friends and family. &nbsp;Sharon is survived by&nbsp;&nbsp;her sons, Rex (Kathy) Scott (Karen); grandchildren, Jamie (Jason) Wiess, Jeremy (Crystal) Walgren,&nbsp;Raenelle (Chris) Thoms;&nbsp;step grandchildren,&nbsp;Michael and Daniel Gardner, Renae Watkins;&nbsp;Carson (Jenna) and Chris (Mandy) Watt; 15 great grandchildren, Jaysek, Jensyn, Weston, Jaylea, Molly, Payton, Cash, Ashton, Brylee, Camden, Libby, Kenzie, Charlie and Karson Dean Watt, and Braxton Bradbury; and numerous nieces and nephews.Sharon was preceded in death by her loving husband of 73 years, Robert; her parents; sister, Marilyn; and step granddaughter, Katie Watt-Bradbury.Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 28 from 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M (MT) at Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta. &nbsp;A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 29 at 10:30 A.M. (MT) at Wauneta Global Methodist Church with Rev. Brian Loy officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Wauneta, Nebraska. &nbsp;Memorial Contributions may be made to Wauneta Global Methodist Church or the Wauneta Senior Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be sent to the family at <a href="https://www.liewerfuneralhome.com/">www.liewerfuneralhome.com</a> Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta entrusted with arrangements.

Sharon Walgren (1931-2024)

Richard Edmund Curry, 71, passed away on May 26, 2024 in North Platte. He was born to James E. and Eleanor L. Curry on October 9, 1952.

During his childhood, he lived in Indiana and Pennsylvania before moving to Omaha, Nebraska. In 1972, he graduated from Burke High School.

His love of trains led him to North Platte to work for Union Pacific Railroad in 1976. Part of the job included training many engineer students, which he really enjoyed. He retired in 2012 after 37 years.

Richard had many hobbies and loved music, trains, and construction, but the hobby he loved the most was making bubble lights. With his inventive spirit, he created unique lights that were always a delight to behold. He was so prolific in creating bubble lights, that he became known as "Mr. Bubble."

Richard is survived by his wife, Robin; sons Richard and Nicholas (Kayla) of North Platte; Noel of Sutherland and CJ of Omaha. He is also survived by his brother James (Shella) Curry of Lincoln, mother-in-law Judie Carpenter of North Platte; sisters-in-law Rachelle Thiem of North Platte and Kristy Larrington of Texas; grandchildren Noah, Landon, Nathan and Alyvia all of North Platte, along with several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law Darrell Carpenter, and niece Karen Curry.Online condolences may be shared at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home www.adamsswanson.com .

For those who are unable to attend the service will be live streamed on our website at www.adamsswanson.com .

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, May 30, 2024 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Rev. Joe Kadaprayil officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens following the service. &nbsp;Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 29, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon – 5, Wednesday, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716910730284.jpeg" alt="Richard Curry" />
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 </figure>Richard Edmund Curry, 71, passed away on May 26, 2024 in North Platte. He was born to James E. and Eleanor L. Curry on October 9, 1952.During his childhood, he lived in Indiana and Pennsylvania before moving to Omaha, Nebraska. In 1972, he graduated from Burke High School.His love of trains led him to North Platte to work for Union Pacific Railroad in 1976. Part of the job included training many engineer students, which he really enjoyed. He retired in 2012 after 37 years.Richard had many hobbies and loved music, trains, and construction, but the hobby he loved the most was making bubble lights. With his inventive spirit, he created unique lights that were always a delight to behold. He was so prolific in creating bubble lights, that he became known as "Mr. Bubble."Richard is survived by his wife, Robin; sons Richard and Nicholas (Kayla) of North Platte; Noel of Sutherland and CJ of Omaha. He is also survived by his brother James (Shella) Curry of Lincoln, mother-in-law Judie Carpenter of North Platte; sisters-in-law Rachelle Thiem of North Platte and Kristy Larrington of Texas; grandchildren Noah, Landon, Nathan and Alyvia all of North Platte, along with several nieces and nephews.He is preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law Darrell Carpenter, and niece Karen Curry.Online condolences may be shared at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home www.adamsswanson.com .For those who are unable to attend the service will be live streamed on our website at www.adamsswanson.com .Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Thursday, May 30, 2024 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Rev. Joe Kadaprayil officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens following the service. &nbsp;Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 29, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon – 5, Wednesday, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family with arrangements.

Richard Edmund Curry (1952-2024)

Greta Mae (Gardner) Roethemeyer, 89, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 25, 2024. She was born on September 5, 1934 to Clyde and Violet (Murphy) Gardner in Quick, Nebraska, the fifth of six children.

Greta attended County School District 101 for Kindergarten through Eighth Grade, Stockville High School for Ninth Grade, before graduating from Curtis School of Agriculture in Curtis, Nebraska. &nbsp;Greta went to Kearney State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska to obtain a teaching degree. &nbsp;Upon receiving her teaching degree Greta taught one year in a county school north of Moorefield, Nebraska.

Mutual friends (Stan and DeVona Sellers) set Greta up on a blind date with Willis Roethemeyer on Christmas Eve 1950. &nbsp;Greta married Willis on April 23, 1952. When Willis was drafted by the U.S. Army in 1954, Greta stayed on the farm with Willis’ parents while he was in basic training. &nbsp;When Willis was assigned to Edwards AFB in California, they bought a trailer and Greta joined her husband in California for the duration of his service. After being discharged, they returned home to the family farm with the first of their five daughters. They worked on the farm together as true partners to provide for their growing family. Both worked the fields, one on the tractor while the other got some sleep, so they could work around the clock allowing them to spend family time together camping and fishing.

Greta was an accomplished seamstress and spent many hours making clothes for their growing family. &nbsp;She tended a large garden, teaching her girls how to water, weed, and hoe to produce a harvest that would be canned for the family to use throughout the year. She was a good cook who enjoyed trying out new recipes while teaching her girls how to cook.

Greta and husband Willis served as Lincoln County 4-H leaders for over a decade. &nbsp;Greta taught many of the young neighboring farm children who were interested in learning how to craft, cook, bake and sew. She enjoyed going to the County Fair to see what ribbons her young 4-Hers had earned.

After her youngest was born, Greta became interested in Weight Watchers. After successfully meeting her own goal weight, she became very active with Weight Watchers. &nbsp;She traveled to classes in Curtis, Ogallala, McCook and North Platte as a class lecturer for over 20 years. &nbsp;She also served as a substitute as needed. Greta served on the KRVN Board for twelve years. She loved to travel to new places around the world with her husband. During their traveling years they went to China, Australia, France, England, Brazil, and Scotland, just to name a few. She loved meeting new people wherever she went. After they moved from the farm to North Platte, Greta took classes at the community college where she learned to paint with oils and acrylics. She also took upholstery and refinishing classes and had fun fixing up old treasures and giving them new life. Greta sold a lot of her treasures and finds for several years by renting a space at local antique stores. Her creativity and innovation were her gift. She was a great listener, storyteller and inspiration.

Greta was preceded in death by her parents (Clyde and Violet); sisters Rosale Henggeler and Vyvene Young; brothers James Gardner and Bernard Gardner; brothers-in-laws Bob Henggeler, Fred Young, Jerry Miller; sister-in-law Betty Gardner; son-in-law Verne Leyendecker.

She is survived by her husband, Willis Roethemeyer; daughters Debra Roethemeyer, Sue (Rich) Meranda, Angie (Steve) Chittick, Kami (Aaron) Conley, and Missy (Jim) Friend, 12 grandchildren which include A.J., Shawn, Trish, and Jenny Jurgens, Seth and Kathleen Meranda, Cort and Clay Chittick, Matt and Amy Livingston, Jorden and Morgen Friend; 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, and sister Peggy Miller.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, Nebraska. A reception will be held immediately after service with burial at Curtis Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 29 from noon to 7:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Greta Mae (Gardner) Roethemeyer, 89, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 25, 2024. She was born on September 5, 1934 to Clyde and Violet (Murphy) Gardner in Quick, Nebraska, the fifth of six children.Greta attended County School District 101 for Kindergarten through Eighth Grade, Stockville High School for Ninth Grade, before graduating from Curtis School of Agriculture in Curtis, Nebraska. &nbsp;Greta went to Kearney State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska to obtain a teaching degree. &nbsp;Upon receiving her teaching degree Greta taught one year in a county school north of Moorefield, Nebraska.Mutual friends (Stan and DeVona Sellers) set Greta up on a blind date with Willis Roethemeyer on Christmas Eve 1950. &nbsp;Greta married Willis on April 23, 1952. When Willis was drafted by the U.S. Army in 1954, Greta stayed on the farm with Willis’ parents while he was in basic training. &nbsp;When Willis was assigned to Edwards AFB in California, they bought a trailer and Greta joined her husband in California for the duration of his service. After being discharged, they returned home to the family farm with the first of their five daughters. They worked on the farm together as true partners to provide for their growing family. Both worked the fields, one on the tractor while the other got some sleep, so they could work around the clock allowing them to spend family time together camping and fishing.Greta was an accomplished seamstress and spent many hours making clothes for their growing family. &nbsp;She tended a large garden, teaching her girls how to water, weed, and hoe to produce a harvest that would be canned for the family to use throughout the year. She was a good cook who enjoyed trying out new recipes while teaching her girls how to cook.Greta and husband Willis served as Lincoln County 4-H leaders for over a decade. &nbsp;Greta taught many of the young neighboring farm children who were interested in learning how to craft, cook, bake and sew. She enjoyed going to the County Fair to see what ribbons her young 4-Hers had earned.After her youngest was born, Greta became interested in Weight Watchers. After successfully meeting her own goal weight, she became very active with Weight Watchers. &nbsp;She traveled to classes in Curtis, Ogallala, McCook and North Platte as a class lecturer for over 20 years. &nbsp;She also served as a substitute as needed. Greta served on the KRVN Board for twelve years. She loved to travel to new places around the world with her husband. During their traveling years they went to China, Australia, France, England, Brazil, and Scotland, just to name a few. She loved meeting new people wherever she went. After they moved from the farm to North Platte, Greta took classes at the community college where she learned to paint with oils and acrylics. She also took upholstery and refinishing classes and had fun fixing up old treasures and giving them new life. Greta sold a lot of her treasures and finds for several years by renting a space at local antique stores. Her creativity and innovation were her gift. She was a great listener, storyteller and inspiration.Greta was preceded in death by her parents (Clyde and Violet); sisters Rosale Henggeler and Vyvene Young; brothers James Gardner and Bernard Gardner; brothers-in-laws Bob Henggeler, Fred Young, Jerry Miller; sister-in-law Betty Gardner; son-in-law Verne Leyendecker.She is survived by her husband, Willis Roethemeyer; daughters Debra Roethemeyer, Sue (Rich) Meranda, Angie (Steve) Chittick, Kami (Aaron) Conley, and Missy (Jim) Friend, 12 grandchildren which include A.J., Shawn, Trish, and Jenny Jurgens, Seth and Kathleen Meranda, Cort and Clay Chittick, Matt and Amy Livingston, Jorden and Morgen Friend; 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, and sister Peggy Miller.Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte, Nebraska. A reception will be held immediately after service with burial at Curtis Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 29 from noon to 7:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

Greta Mae Roethemeyer (1934-2024)

Betty Jo Whetro, 83, of North Platte, passed away on May 23, 2024, at Linden Court in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;On December 13, 1940, she was born to John William and Violet Pearl (Crider) Boler in Marion, OH.

Betty attended and graduated from Marion Catholic &nbsp;School in Marion, OH. &nbsp;Shortly after graduating, she met Ralph Whetro at age 21. &nbsp;They were wed on November 16, 1963. &nbsp;To their union, two daughters were born: Brenda and Susan. &nbsp;A few years after the birth of their first daughter, the family moved to North Platte, where they settled. &nbsp;Betty spent her career in customer service as a bartender, a bank teller, and most recently as a cashier at Walmart, where she retired in 2001.&nbsp;

Betty’s love for her family was evident in her actions. She loved to bake banana bread and pumpkin bread, which she often shared along with the blankets and Kleenex boxes she crocheted. Her dinner table during the Holidays was always full, as she would host those who had nowhere else to go. She also loved to travel with her kids, taking them to different destinations every summer. Her caring nature and love for her family were truly remarkable.

Betty Jo was the best example of working through fear; even when she wasn’t entirely confident, she always pushed through. Her massive sense of humor and silly personality aided her through life (and she would tell you her bowling average! A favorite activity she and her husband enjoyed for many years). Her most significant asset, though, was her Faith. Betty Jo was a devoted Catholic who once sought to become a Nun, but as fate had it, she soon met her husband. &nbsp;

Those that carry on Betty’s memory include her children, Brenda Miller of Hastings and Susan (Joe) McCutcheon of Bothell, WA; 9 grandchildren, Ashley (Seth) Brown of North Platte, Matthew Miller of Lincoln, Derek Miller of North Platte, Reilly Donham of Bellingham, WA, Abigail Donham of Bothell, WA, Vix Donham of Bothell, WA, Orion McCutcheon of Everett, WA, Leo McCutcheon of Bothell, WA, and Mallory Donham of Kansas City, MO; great-grandchildren, Brandyn, Breckyn, Bryce, Brayden, Emily Jane, and Oakley.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ralph, and her siblings, Marilyn, JoAnna, Barbara, John, and Nancy, along with several close friends: Joyce, Nina, Mary, Barbara, and many others.

Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, and online condolences can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 8 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Joe Kadaprayil as officiant. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home from 12 PM to 7 PM, with family present from 5 PM to 7 PM. A rosary will conclude the visitation at 7 PM. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716909804511.jpeg" alt="Betty Jo Whetro" />
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 </figure>Betty Jo Whetro, 83, of North Platte, passed away on May 23, 2024, at Linden Court in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;On December 13, 1940, she was born to John William and Violet Pearl (Crider) Boler in Marion, OH.Betty attended and graduated from Marion Catholic &nbsp;School in Marion, OH. &nbsp;Shortly after graduating, she met Ralph Whetro at age 21. &nbsp;They were wed on November 16, 1963. &nbsp;To their union, two daughters were born: Brenda and Susan. &nbsp;A few years after the birth of their first daughter, the family moved to North Platte, where they settled. &nbsp;Betty spent her career in customer service as a bartender, a bank teller, and most recently as a cashier at Walmart, where she retired in 2001.&nbsp;Betty’s love for her family was evident in her actions. She loved to bake banana bread and pumpkin bread, which she often shared along with the blankets and Kleenex boxes she crocheted. Her dinner table during the Holidays was always full, as she would host those who had nowhere else to go. She also loved to travel with her kids, taking them to different destinations every summer. Her caring nature and love for her family were truly remarkable.Betty Jo was the best example of working through fear; even when she wasn’t entirely confident, she always pushed through. Her massive sense of humor and silly personality aided her through life (and she would tell you her bowling average! A favorite activity she and her husband enjoyed for many years). Her most significant asset, though, was her Faith. Betty Jo was a devoted Catholic who once sought to become a Nun, but as fate had it, she soon met her husband. &nbsp;Those that carry on Betty’s memory include her children, Brenda Miller of Hastings and Susan (Joe) McCutcheon of Bothell, WA; 9 grandchildren, Ashley (Seth) Brown of North Platte, Matthew Miller of Lincoln, Derek Miller of North Platte, Reilly Donham of Bellingham, WA, Abigail Donham of Bothell, WA, Vix Donham of Bothell, WA, Orion McCutcheon of Everett, WA, Leo McCutcheon of Bothell, WA, and Mallory Donham of Kansas City, MO; great-grandchildren, Brandyn, Breckyn, Bryce, Brayden, Emily Jane, and Oakley.Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ralph, and her siblings, Marilyn, JoAnna, Barbara, John, and Nancy, along with several close friends: Joyce, Nina, Mary, Barbara, and many others.Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, and online condolences can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 8 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Joe Kadaprayil as officiant. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home from 12 PM to 7 PM, with family present from 5 PM to 7 PM. A rosary will conclude the visitation at 7 PM. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Betty Jo Whetro (1940-2024)

George Legas, 68, of North Platte, peacefully passed away May 21, 2024 at his home. &nbsp;He was born February 7, 1956 to Nicholas and Esther (Carland) Legas in North Platte.

George worked for the city of North Platte for many years as a street and traffic supervisor, before going to work at Gerald Gentleman Power Plant. &nbsp;He worked there as an electrician for about 30 years until retirement. George married Mary Ball in the 1970’s and was married to her until her death. They had no children. &nbsp;Through friendship, George began a relationship with LaDonna Schmidt which lasted until her death.

George was a caring person who helped people when he could. &nbsp;He enjoyed having coffee and reading the paper with his brother, Nick. &nbsp;George loved spending time with his grandchildren and teaching them life lessons. &nbsp;Not only did he spoil them with love and affection but also with the finer things in life. &nbsp;He taught them that if you work hard, you can play hard. George will be dearly missed.

George was preceded in death by parents, Nicholas and Esther Legas; wife, Mary; best friends, Martin Schmidt, LaDonna Schmidt; grandson, C.J. Schmidt; brothers, Nick, Jerry, James, and Donny Legas; sister, Rosemary Schrotberger; step-son, Billy.

Survivors include children, Martin Jr. (Amanda) Schmidt of North Platte, Heather (Kenneth) Eaton of Plattsmouth, Daniel J. (Chelsey) Schmidt of Curtis/North Platte; grandchildren, Bryce, Maddisyn, Kylah, Braedyn, Mathew, Jaxyn, and Annalesia Schmidt, Keadyn Huerta, Jazzlyn Stone, Nevaeh Davis, Serena Eaton; great grandchild, Kean Schmidt; brother, Chris Legas of North Platte; sister, Clara Legas of Fullerton; Nieces, Michelle, Relissa, Rachel; nephews, Matt, Trey, Kevin; numerous other family members and many friends.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, May 31, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Jeremy Reinke officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 5:00-7:00, Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>George Legas, 68, of North Platte, peacefully passed away May 21, 2024 at his home. &nbsp;He was born February 7, 1956 to Nicholas and Esther (Carland) Legas in North Platte.George worked for the city of North Platte for many years as a street and traffic supervisor, before going to work at Gerald Gentleman Power Plant. &nbsp;He worked there as an electrician for about 30 years until retirement. George married Mary Ball in the 1970’s and was married to her until her death. They had no children. &nbsp;Through friendship, George began a relationship with LaDonna Schmidt which lasted until her death.George was a caring person who helped people when he could. &nbsp;He enjoyed having coffee and reading the paper with his brother, Nick. &nbsp;George loved spending time with his grandchildren and teaching them life lessons. &nbsp;Not only did he spoil them with love and affection but also with the finer things in life. &nbsp;He taught them that if you work hard, you can play hard. George will be dearly missed.George was preceded in death by parents, Nicholas and Esther Legas; wife, Mary; best friends, Martin Schmidt, LaDonna Schmidt; grandson, C.J. Schmidt; brothers, Nick, Jerry, James, and Donny Legas; sister, Rosemary Schrotberger; step-son, Billy.Survivors include children, Martin Jr. (Amanda) Schmidt of North Platte, Heather (Kenneth) Eaton of Plattsmouth, Daniel J. (Chelsey) Schmidt of Curtis/North Platte; grandchildren, Bryce, Maddisyn, Kylah, Braedyn, Mathew, Jaxyn, and Annalesia Schmidt, Keadyn Huerta, Jazzlyn Stone, Nevaeh Davis, Serena Eaton; great grandchild, Kean Schmidt; brother, Chris Legas of North Platte; sister, Clara Legas of Fullerton; Nieces, Michelle, Relissa, Rachel; nephews, Matt, Trey, Kevin; numerous other family members and many friends.Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, May 31, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Jeremy Reinke officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 5:00-7:00, Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

George Ray Legas (1956-2024)

Shawn D. Tyler Scheibe, 30, of Omaha, Nebraska passed away May 20, 2024 in Omaha as the result of an automobile accident. &nbsp;He was born July, 26, 1993 to Sharian Scheibe MacDonald in Callaway, Nebraska. &nbsp;

Shawn attended North Platte High School and graduated from Ogallala High School with the class of 2013. &nbsp;He lived in North Platte, Colorado, Ogallala then moved to Omaha in 2014. Shawn was currently working at Phillips Manufacturing Company in Omaha. &nbsp;He liked to skateboard, hurting himself many times. &nbsp;Shawn loved his music, playing the viola and saxophone. &nbsp;He always put others before himself and was a good friend. &nbsp;Spending time with his family and being outdoors was what he enjoyed more than anything.

He is survived by his parents, Sharian (Scott) MacDonald, North Platte, Nebraska; brother, Cameron Scheibe, North Platte; grandmother, Cheryl MacDonald, North Platte; stepbrothers, Ryan MacDonald, Ft Wayne, Indiana, Adam MacDonald, North Platte; uncle, Marvin Sierks, Halsey, Nebraska; aunt, Robin Gibbons, North Platte; cousins, Kaylee Gibbons, Eliana Hargis, Zachary Gibbons, Nichole Gibbons, Dusty Sierks, Ashley Sierks, Owen Sierks; along with other family members and friends.

Shawn is preceded in death by his grandparents, NoReene Reed, Gary MacDonald; brother, Kyle MacDonald.

A memorial has been established in his name. &nbsp;

Memorial services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Shawn D. Tyler Scheibe, 30, of Omaha, Nebraska passed away May 20, 2024 in Omaha as the result of an automobile accident. &nbsp;He was born July, 26, 1993 to Sharian Scheibe MacDonald in Callaway, Nebraska. &nbsp;Shawn attended North Platte High School and graduated from Ogallala High School with the class of 2013. &nbsp;He lived in North Platte, Colorado, Ogallala then moved to Omaha in 2014. Shawn was currently working at Phillips Manufacturing Company in Omaha. &nbsp;He liked to skateboard, hurting himself many times. &nbsp;Shawn loved his music, playing the viola and saxophone. &nbsp;He always put others before himself and was a good friend. &nbsp;Spending time with his family and being outdoors was what he enjoyed more than anything.He is survived by his parents, Sharian (Scott) MacDonald, North Platte, Nebraska; brother, Cameron Scheibe, North Platte; grandmother, Cheryl MacDonald, North Platte; stepbrothers, Ryan MacDonald, Ft Wayne, Indiana, Adam MacDonald, North Platte; uncle, Marvin Sierks, Halsey, Nebraska; aunt, Robin Gibbons, North Platte; cousins, Kaylee Gibbons, Eliana Hargis, Zachary Gibbons, Nichole Gibbons, Dusty Sierks, Ashley Sierks, Owen Sierks; along with other family members and friends.Shawn is preceded in death by his grandparents, NoReene Reed, Gary MacDonald; brother, Kyle MacDonald.A memorial has been established in his name. &nbsp;Memorial services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of assisting the family with arrangements.

Shawn D Tyler Scheibe (1993-2024)

&nbsp; Helen Rachell Canas, 50, of Gothenburg, Nebraska passed away in her home on May 24, 2024. Rachell was born on January 22, 1974 to Daniel Burns and Rhonda Reed.

&nbsp;In 1994, Rachell met the love of her life, Andy Canas. The two married in 2021 and blended their families. She frequently echoed that no matter how hard life was, he was her rock, and they loved each other unconditionally.&nbsp;

Rachell attended Concord Career College where she studied to become a medical assistant. Her kind, caring nature exuded her throughout life. She helped others as much as she possibly could.&nbsp;

She spent much of time gardening and tending to her Iris'. Her second babies were her five dogs Dierks, Trouble, Zero, Zeus, and Penny and bird, Paco. Rachell loved having friends over to float in her pool with her and have fires in the fire pit.

Rachell is survived by her husband, Andy; her three children, daughters, Kiley Darby of Bolivar, MO and Destany Motley of Weaubleau, MO, and son, Dalton Burns of Kansas, MO; her parents, Charles and Rhonda of Kansas City, MO; extended family: daughter, Rose Tagoa’i of Gothenburg; sons, Sean Canas of North Platte and Austin Canas of Gothenburg ; grandchildren, Indica Scott, Jaxson Scott, River Motley, Colter Motley, Emma DeLuna, Savannah Canas, Madison Olsen and Amelia Canas-Rodriguez ; her sisters, Sherry Burns, Erica Easley, Marenda Easley, and Chastity Brown.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her father and grandparents, Helen and Robert Reed.

A “Celebration of Life” be held for Rachel on Saturday, June 1, 2014 at Big E’s Bar in Cozad, Nebraska from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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 </figure>&nbsp; Helen Rachell Canas, 50, of Gothenburg, Nebraska passed away in her home on May 24, 2024. Rachell was born on January 22, 1974 to Daniel Burns and Rhonda Reed.&nbsp;In 1994, Rachell met the love of her life, Andy Canas. The two married in 2021 and blended their families. She frequently echoed that no matter how hard life was, he was her rock, and they loved each other unconditionally.&nbsp;Rachell attended Concord Career College where she studied to become a medical assistant. Her kind, caring nature exuded her throughout life. She helped others as much as she possibly could.&nbsp;She spent much of time gardening and tending to her Iris'. Her second babies were her five dogs Dierks, Trouble, Zero, Zeus, and Penny and bird, Paco. Rachell loved having friends over to float in her pool with her and have fires in the fire pit.Rachell is survived by her husband, Andy; her three children, daughters, Kiley Darby of Bolivar, MO and Destany Motley of Weaubleau, MO, and son, Dalton Burns of Kansas, MO; her parents, Charles and Rhonda of Kansas City, MO; extended family: daughter, Rose Tagoa’i of Gothenburg; sons, Sean Canas of North Platte and Austin Canas of Gothenburg ; grandchildren, Indica Scott, Jaxson Scott, River Motley, Colter Motley, Emma DeLuna, Savannah Canas, Madison Olsen and Amelia Canas-Rodriguez ; her sisters, Sherry Burns, Erica Easley, Marenda Easley, and Chastity Brown.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her father and grandparents, Helen and Robert Reed.A “Celebration of Life” be held for Rachel on Saturday, June 1, 2014 at Big E’s Bar in Cozad, Nebraska from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Helen Rachell Canas (1974-2024)

Eleanor Emily Tockey, 88, of Maxwell, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital in North Platte, NE. Eleanor was born on December 1, 1935 in Cairo, NE the daughter of Carl and Alvira (Kroeger) Harders.

Eleanor was married on December 6, 1952 to Thomas Paul Tockey and together they had six children. &nbsp;Eleanor enjoyed bird watching and gardening. &nbsp;She was known for her prize fried chicken. &nbsp;Most of all she loved spending time with her family.

Those left to cherish her memory are husband of 72 years, Thomas; children, Deborah (Jeff) Simonton of North Platte; Bradley Tockey of Maxwell, Kimberly Parrett of Maxwell; and Amy Tockey of Maxwell; daughter in law, Peggy Sue Tockey of North Platte; grandchildren, Melissa (Buddy) Gore, Heather (Nathaniel) Jones, Joseph (Melissa) Crick, Lindsay Simonton, Lacey Simonton, Brandi Coleman, Thomas (Bethany) Tockey, Seth Tockey, Cody Tockey, Sara (Aaron) Vieyra, Tyler Tockey, Austin (Brianna) Tockey; 23 great grandchildren; 19 great-great grandchildren; sister, Carol Ann Frederick of Kearney; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Kelly Brian Tockey and Michael Alan Tockey; grandsons, Bradley “Scooter” Michael Tockey and Rolland Lee Tockey Sr.; great grandson, Rolland Lee Tockey Jr; great granddaughter, Kaitlan Malcom; brother, Bernard Harders. &nbsp;She was also predeceased by her beloved pet dog, “Rusty”.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the Berean Church with Pastor John Stone officiating. A meal will follow the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

Memorials may be made to the family for future designation. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Eleanor Emily Tockey, 88, of Maxwell, NE passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Great Plains Health Hospital in North Platte, NE. Eleanor was born on December 1, 1935 in Cairo, NE the daughter of Carl and Alvira (Kroeger) Harders.Eleanor was married on December 6, 1952 to Thomas Paul Tockey and together they had six children. &nbsp;Eleanor enjoyed bird watching and gardening. &nbsp;She was known for her prize fried chicken. &nbsp;Most of all she loved spending time with her family.Those left to cherish her memory are husband of 72 years, Thomas; children, Deborah (Jeff) Simonton of North Platte; Bradley Tockey of Maxwell, Kimberly Parrett of Maxwell; and Amy Tockey of Maxwell; daughter in law, Peggy Sue Tockey of North Platte; grandchildren, Melissa (Buddy) Gore, Heather (Nathaniel) Jones, Joseph (Melissa) Crick, Lindsay Simonton, Lacey Simonton, Brandi Coleman, Thomas (Bethany) Tockey, Seth Tockey, Cody Tockey, Sara (Aaron) Vieyra, Tyler Tockey, Austin (Brianna) Tockey; 23 great grandchildren; 19 great-great grandchildren; sister, Carol Ann Frederick of Kearney; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Kelly Brian Tockey and Michael Alan Tockey; grandsons, Bradley “Scooter” Michael Tockey and Rolland Lee Tockey Sr.; great grandson, Rolland Lee Tockey Jr; great granddaughter, Kaitlan Malcom; brother, Bernard Harders. &nbsp;She was also predeceased by her beloved pet dog, “Rusty”.Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the Berean Church with Pastor John Stone officiating. A meal will follow the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carpenter Memorial Chapel.Memorials may be made to the family for future designation. Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Eleanor Emily Tockey (1935-2024)

Mervin Donald Philpot, age 70, of North Platte, NE passed away on May 23, 2024.&nbsp; He was born on March 25, 1945 in Cozad, NE to Donald and Adda (Ambler) Philpot.

Mervin grew up in Minnesota with his grandfather and helped him on the farm starting at a very young age.&nbsp; He married Darlene Shower and to this union, two daughters were born, Michelle and Teresa.&nbsp; Mervin did construction work, was a metal worker and a truck driver for Nebraska Salt &amp; Grain.&nbsp; He worked transportation for a private company transporting inmates and people with medical conditions.

Mervin loved to weld and woodwork.&nbsp; He was open minded and loved to talk, he was very opinionated.&nbsp; Mervin had a big heart and would do anything for anybody, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; If he could help a person out, he would.&nbsp; He loved to fish and ride motorcycles.&nbsp; He had a passion for putting puzzles together when the weather would not permit him to be outside.&nbsp; He loved watching westerns, eating cherry tomatoes, and ranching.&nbsp; Mervin enjoyed a PBR once in a while and was definitely a family man.

Survivors include daughters, Michelle (Henry) Kivett of Hershey, NE and Teresa Mains of Texas; grandchildren Austin Mains of Texas, Gage Mains of Texas, Anessa (Cody) Newton of North Platte, NE, and Kaitlyn Kivett (Beau Craig) of Carbondale, IL; great grandchildren Zoey and Addison; sisters Patti Smith and Geri Ambler; and numerous other family members and many friends.

Mervin was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Adda; a brother Bill Ambler; and former wife and best friend,&nbsp; Darlene Philpot.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at North Platte Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tripett officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be from noon to 7:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Mervin Donald Philpot, age 70, of North Platte, NE passed away on May 23, 2024.&nbsp; He was born on March 25, 1945 in Cozad, NE to Donald and Adda (Ambler) Philpot.Mervin grew up in Minnesota with his grandfather and helped him on the farm starting at a very young age.&nbsp; He married Darlene Shower and to this union, two daughters were born, Michelle and Teresa.&nbsp; Mervin did construction work, was a metal worker and a truck driver for Nebraska Salt &amp; Grain.&nbsp; He worked transportation for a private company transporting inmates and people with medical conditions.Mervin loved to weld and woodwork.&nbsp; He was open minded and loved to talk, he was very opinionated.&nbsp; Mervin had a big heart and would do anything for anybody, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; If he could help a person out, he would.&nbsp; He loved to fish and ride motorcycles.&nbsp; He had a passion for putting puzzles together when the weather would not permit him to be outside.&nbsp; He loved watching westerns, eating cherry tomatoes, and ranching.&nbsp; Mervin enjoyed a PBR once in a while and was definitely a family man.Survivors include daughters, Michelle (Henry) Kivett of Hershey, NE and Teresa Mains of Texas; grandchildren Austin Mains of Texas, Gage Mains of Texas, Anessa (Cody) Newton of North Platte, NE, and Kaitlyn Kivett (Beau Craig) of Carbondale, IL; great grandchildren Zoey and Addison; sisters Patti Smith and Geri Ambler; and numerous other family members and many friends.Mervin was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Adda; a brother Bill Ambler; and former wife and best friend,&nbsp; Darlene Philpot.Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at North Platte Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tripett officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.Visitation will be from noon to 7:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Mervin Donald Philpot  (1945-2024)

Virginia Marie Spray was born in Nampa, Idaho to Virgil and Vivian (Thomas) Frickey on September 17, 1937. &nbsp;Her loving family was by her side when she passed away early Thursday morning, May 23, 2024, at Community Hospital in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; 

In 1960, she was united in marriage to Glen Spray and to this union three children would be born, Richard, Judy and Vickie. &nbsp;Glen’s work in construction took the young family to many different communities until their final move to Trenton, Nebraska. &nbsp;Virginia was a hard worker; she worked in many area factories performing different types of skilled labor.&nbsp; &nbsp; V

Virginia’s true passion was to travel. &nbsp;She enjoyed time spent in Arizona and Las Vegas. &nbsp;She was a small-town girl, but she truly loved to spend time in the city. &nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2000, Virginia purchased a motorhome and spent time traveling countless miles across the Continental United States. &nbsp;She was fiercely independent and enjoyed reading, crafting and sewing. &nbsp;Virginia also took time to remodel many area homes.&nbsp; &nbsp; 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen; son, Richard; son-in-law, William (Baldy) Hay; and siblings, John Frickey, Jaunita Humphreys and Ron Frickey.&nbsp; &nbsp; 

Survivors include her daughters, Judy Hay of Trenton and Vickie (Mike) Christner of Hayes Center, Nebraska; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Christner of Hershey, Nebraska, Matthew Christner of Culbertson, Nebraska and Megan (Logan) Criswell of Chappell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Berkley Criswell; siblings: Verla Fister of Lebanon, Oregon, Carlyn Kraft of Oxford, Nebraska, Donna Smith of Roscoe, Nebraska, Rosie Lovenburg of Lincoln, Nebraska and Alice Majorins of Grand Island, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; 

Cremation was chosen and graveside memorial services are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at the Trenton Cemetery just outside Trenton, Nebraska with Chaplain Tyler Thiessen providing words of comfort.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the family of Virginia Spray for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Virginia Marie Spray was born in Nampa, Idaho to Virgil and Vivian (Thomas) Frickey on September 17, 1937. &nbsp;Her loving family was by her side when she passed away early Thursday morning, May 23, 2024, at Community Hospital in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; In 1960, she was united in marriage to Glen Spray and to this union three children would be born, Richard, Judy and Vickie. &nbsp;Glen’s work in construction took the young family to many different communities until their final move to Trenton, Nebraska. &nbsp;Virginia was a hard worker; she worked in many area factories performing different types of skilled labor.&nbsp; &nbsp; VVirginia’s true passion was to travel. &nbsp;She enjoyed time spent in Arizona and Las Vegas. &nbsp;She was a small-town girl, but she truly loved to spend time in the city. &nbsp;After Glen passed away in 2000, Virginia purchased a motorhome and spent time traveling countless miles across the Continental United States. &nbsp;She was fiercely independent and enjoyed reading, crafting and sewing. &nbsp;Virginia also took time to remodel many area homes.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen; son, Richard; son-in-law, William (Baldy) Hay; and siblings, John Frickey, Jaunita Humphreys and Ron Frickey.&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include her daughters, Judy Hay of Trenton and Vickie (Mike) Christner of Hayes Center, Nebraska; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Christner of Hershey, Nebraska, Matthew Christner of Culbertson, Nebraska and Megan (Logan) Criswell of Chappell, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Berkley Criswell; siblings: Verla Fister of Lebanon, Oregon, Carlyn Kraft of Oxford, Nebraska, Donna Smith of Roscoe, Nebraska, Rosie Lovenburg of Lincoln, Nebraska and Alice Majorins of Grand Island, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen and graveside memorial services are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at the Trenton Cemetery just outside Trenton, Nebraska with Chaplain Tyler Thiessen providing words of comfort.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Virginia Spray for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.&nbsp;

Virginia Marie Spray  (1937-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Willa Jean Gregg, age 71, of Grant, NE passed away on May 18, 2024 at the Perkins County Hospital. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 9, 1952 to Wilfred Henderson and Gertrude Wattier.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean married Russ Gregg on June 29, 1996 and they were happily married until death did they part. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean's career spanned various fields, from being a legal secretary for several law firms, most notable for The Law Offices of Timothy R. Buchanan, to at veterinary clinic where her meticulous nature and dedication were greatly valued.&nbsp; Her profound love for animals led to her bringing home several wounded and lost pets from work.&nbsp; Animals were her love in life.&nbsp; Especially rabbits, which earned her the nickname "The Crazy Bunny Lady."&nbsp; Jean raised, bred, and showed rabbits for 25+ years, mainly Dwarf Hotots and Himalayans.&nbsp; She toured the United States, attending many different rabbit conventions, making many life-long friends, and showing and judging rabbits.&nbsp; She sold many a child their first rabbits in 4-H and was well-known, loved and respected in the rabbit community.&nbsp; The years spend raising and showing rabbits were among her happiest.&nbsp; She loved her family and all of her children and extended family very much, and also cherished her dogs, Nikoli and Willow, which were considered to be family to her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean and Russ moved to a home west of Grant, NE in 2008, where they enjoyed a peaceful rural life for many years until Jean eventually moved into town late in 2023.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was known for her thoughtfulness.&nbsp; She loved making pickles, jams, salsas, and much more for her friends and family.&nbsp; She was a busy bee and rarely would be caught sitting down or resting.&nbsp; Jean was a go-getter, with a take-charge personality that was ordered to getting things done.&nbsp; Jean's presence will be greatly missed by her family and friends alike and her absence will be felt by all who knew her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Amongst many other monikers, she will be best remembered as a beloved mother by her children.&nbsp; Jean always did everything she could to make sure her family was taken care of.&nbsp; For out of town family members, she would never fail to put together a box of gifts and treats for them on their birthdays and Christmas.&nbsp; Russ and Jean both worked hard to make sure their children would never need or want for anything.&nbsp; As stated by her children, "We couldn't have asked for a better mother.&nbsp; Any idea of the best mom we could think of, wouldn't ever come close to the real thing." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Russ; and her parents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean is survived by her children, Sean Sabetti of Westminster, CO, Nicole Sabetti of Imperial, NE, Tony Brewer of Shakopee, MN, James (Linda) Gregg of Phoenix, AZ, Catherine Walter of Chandler, AZ, Paul Gregg of Arizona, and Elisabeth (Alex) Vikulov of Walnut Creek, CA; and twelve grandchildren. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established in Jean's memory for a later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services will be held on June 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. MST at Grant Fairview Cemetery in Grant, NE with Pastor Denise Johnson officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Willa Jean Gregg, age 71, of Grant, NE passed away on May 18, 2024 at the Perkins County Hospital. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 9, 1952 to Wilfred Henderson and Gertrude Wattier.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean married Russ Gregg on June 29, 1996 and they were happily married until death did they part. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean's career spanned various fields, from being a legal secretary for several law firms, most notable for The Law Offices of Timothy R. Buchanan, to at veterinary clinic where her meticulous nature and dedication were greatly valued.&nbsp; Her profound love for animals led to her bringing home several wounded and lost pets from work.&nbsp; Animals were her love in life.&nbsp; Especially rabbits, which earned her the nickname "The Crazy Bunny Lady."&nbsp; Jean raised, bred, and showed rabbits for 25+ years, mainly Dwarf Hotots and Himalayans.&nbsp; She toured the United States, attending many different rabbit conventions, making many life-long friends, and showing and judging rabbits.&nbsp; She sold many a child their first rabbits in 4-H and was well-known, loved and respected in the rabbit community.&nbsp; The years spend raising and showing rabbits were among her happiest.&nbsp; She loved her family and all of her children and extended family very much, and also cherished her dogs, Nikoli and Willow, which were considered to be family to her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean and Russ moved to a home west of Grant, NE in 2008, where they enjoyed a peaceful rural life for many years until Jean eventually moved into town late in 2023.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was known for her thoughtfulness.&nbsp; She loved making pickles, jams, salsas, and much more for her friends and family.&nbsp; She was a busy bee and rarely would be caught sitting down or resting.&nbsp; Jean was a go-getter, with a take-charge personality that was ordered to getting things done.&nbsp; Jean's presence will be greatly missed by her family and friends alike and her absence will be felt by all who knew her. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Amongst many other monikers, she will be best remembered as a beloved mother by her children.&nbsp; Jean always did everything she could to make sure her family was taken care of.&nbsp; For out of town family members, she would never fail to put together a box of gifts and treats for them on their birthdays and Christmas.&nbsp; Russ and Jean both worked hard to make sure their children would never need or want for anything.&nbsp; As stated by her children, "We couldn't have asked for a better mother.&nbsp; Any idea of the best mom we could think of, wouldn't ever come close to the real thing." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Russ; and her parents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jean is survived by her children, Sean Sabetti of Westminster, CO, Nicole Sabetti of Imperial, NE, Tony Brewer of Shakopee, MN, James (Linda) Gregg of Phoenix, AZ, Catherine Walter of Chandler, AZ, Paul Gregg of Arizona, and Elisabeth (Alex) Vikulov of Walnut Creek, CA; and twelve grandchildren. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established in Jean's memory for a later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services will be held on June 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. MST at Grant Fairview Cemetery in Grant, NE with Pastor Denise Johnson officiating. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

Willa Jean Gregg  (1952-2024)

Tammy Jane Brave Hawk, age 48, passed away May 21, 2024, at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE.

Tammy was born on December 15, 1975, in Hays, Kansas to mother, Wilma Hayden. She was later adopted by James (Mary) McBride. She graduated from high school in 1995 in Ft. Collins, Colorado. Throughout her years, she was a waitress and was a member of First Congregational Church.&nbsp;

She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to ride motorcycles and was working on crocheting blankets. She was very interested in the Cherokee heritage of her ancestors. She also enjoyed spending time with her dogs.

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 </figure>Tammy Jane Brave Hawk, age 48, passed away May 21, 2024, at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE.Tammy was born on December 15, 1975, in Hays, Kansas to mother, Wilma Hayden. She was later adopted by James (Mary) McBride. She graduated from high school in 1995 in Ft. Collins, Colorado. Throughout her years, she was a waitress and was a member of First Congregational Church.&nbsp;She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to ride motorcycles and was working on crocheting blankets. She was very interested in the Cherokee heritage of her ancestors. She also enjoyed spending time with her dogs.Tammy is preceded in death by her mother, her brother, Benny Foster, and her adopted brothers, Shane and Shannon McBride.Those left to celebrate her life is her adoptive father; daughter, Jessika (Kenny) Weaver of Cambridge, NE; sons, Dakota (Vicki) McBride of McCook, NE, and Mathew McBride of Trenton, NE; brothers, Bill (Barb) Patras of McCook, NE, and Sean McBride of Kearney, NE; six grandchildren; and numerous friends and extended family.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to defer funeral cost and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, c/o the Brave Hawk Family, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001.<a href="https://gofund.me/e303f5b0">https://gofund.me/e303f5b0</a>

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