&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna T. Lucas of Cozad, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Emerald Care Center in Cozad, Nebraska at the age of 68.&nbsp; Benigna&nbsp; was born on June 17, 1952 in Lexington, Nebraska to Sixto &amp; Guadalupe (Ceballos) Rangel.&nbsp; She grew up in Cozad, Nebraska and graduated from Cozad High School.&nbsp; Benigna was a hard worker and seemed to quickly move up the ladder at every job she held.&nbsp; In 1998, she went to work at Subway and soon became manager until her retirement in 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna married James Lucas on November 25, 1985.&nbsp; She loved watching her two sons, Travis &amp; Trevor, play baseball as kids and softball as adults.&nbsp; Benigna enjoyed sports, coaching, and was a good softball player herself.&nbsp; She was very creative and gifted in arts and crafts.&nbsp; Benigna was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She adored her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; Her most treasured times were spent with her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna was preceded in death by her parents; siblings Sistso Rangel, Jr, Johnny Rangle, Lupe Ceballos, Poncho Rangel, Alice Rangel, and Patrica Rangel; and several aunts, uncles and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, James Lucas of Cozad, Nebraska; her sons Travis Schwietzer of Cozad, Nebraska and his children Bella, Trevor, and Deitric of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina and Trevor (Deana) Schwietzer of Rocklin, California and their children Jordon and Devon; siblings Virginia (Mike) Newman of Grand Island, Nebraka, Ysidro 'Winky' Rangel of York, Nebraska, Jessie 'Chita' Rangel of Cozad, Nebraska, Mary (Terry) Dishman of Cozad, Nebraska, Sally (Steve) Curtice of Cozad, Nebraska, Sarah Rangel (J. Santos) of Aurora, Colorado, Damian Rangel of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Simon (Deb) Rangel of Cozad, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Cozad Church of Christ on Newell Street in Cozad, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna T. Lucas of Cozad, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Emerald Care Center in Cozad, Nebraska at the age of 68.&nbsp; Benigna&nbsp; was born on June 17, 1952 in Lexington, Nebraska to Sixto &amp; Guadalupe (Ceballos) Rangel.&nbsp; She grew up in Cozad, Nebraska and graduated from Cozad High School.&nbsp; Benigna was a hard worker and seemed to quickly move up the ladder at every job she held.&nbsp; In 1998, she went to work at Subway and soon became manager until her retirement in 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna married James Lucas on November 25, 1985.&nbsp; She loved watching her two sons, Travis &amp; Trevor, play baseball as kids and softball as adults.&nbsp; Benigna enjoyed sports, coaching, and was a good softball player herself.&nbsp; She was very creative and gifted in arts and crafts.&nbsp; Benigna was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She adored her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; Her most treasured times were spent with her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benigna was preceded in death by her parents; siblings Sistso Rangel, Jr, Johnny Rangle, Lupe Ceballos, Poncho Rangel, Alice Rangel, and Patrica Rangel; and several aunts, uncles and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, James Lucas of Cozad, Nebraska; her sons Travis Schwietzer of Cozad, Nebraska and his children Bella, Trevor, and Deitric of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina and Trevor (Deana) Schwietzer of Rocklin, California and their children Jordon and Devon; siblings Virginia (Mike) Newman of Grand Island, Nebraka, Ysidro 'Winky' Rangel of York, Nebraska, Jessie 'Chita' Rangel of Cozad, Nebraska, Mary (Terry) Dishman of Cozad, Nebraska, Sally (Steve) Curtice of Cozad, Nebraska, Sarah Rangel (J. Santos) of Aurora, Colorado, Damian Rangel of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Simon (Deb) Rangel of Cozad, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family in her name for later designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Cozad Church of Christ on Newell Street in Cozad, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Benigna Theresa Lucas  (1952-2021)

Ronald Dean Murphy Sr., age 68, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 18, 2021 at his home. He was born June 29, 1952 to Dale and Rosella (Love) Murphy Sr. in Thedford, Nebraska.

Ron went to school in North Platte, Thedford, Mullen and Seneca in Nebraska. He worked for Bob Stone Sanitation for 15 years. He went to work for the City of North Platte at the transfer station and worked there for 30+ years. Ron married Bonnie Loving on November 5, 1969 in Ogden, Utah.

Ron loved to fish, camp and be outdoors. He enjoyed eating at Arby’s and loved hanging out with his dogs. Ron was a devoted husband, visiting Bonnie’s grave twice a week since she passed.

Survivors include three children, Bonnie (Ken) Grogan of Moorefield, Nebraska,&nbsp; Rose (Mike Dameron) Schultz of North Platte, Nebraska, and Ron Jr. (Julie) Murphy of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Charley Hazen, Adina Puryear, Kabrina Grogan, Joey Schultz, Kelly Wilson, Peanut Schultz, Cassie Murphy, and Alex Murphy; great grandchildren, Rylan, Teagan, Camden, Jesse, Kami, Lonny, Chance, Issac, Loredo, Hudson, Roper, Jayden, Ashlyn, Paisley, Mazikeen, Euphoria, and Joey Jr.; brother, Mitch (Jan) Murphy of North Platte, Nebraska; sister, Nina (Larry) Hardy of Seneca, Nebraska; and numerous other family members and friends.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Bonnie; daughter, Thelma Murphy; granddaughter, Caitlin Murphy; brother, Dale Murphy; and sister, Freda Dennis.

Memorials are suggested in Ron’s name. 

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

Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Riverview Cemetery near Sutherland, Nebraska with the Reverend Ryan Alexander officiating. 

Those wishing to sign the book may do so 9:00-5:00, Monday, March 22, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements. 

The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those unable to attend.

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 </figure>Ronald Dean Murphy Sr., age 68, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away March 18, 2021 at his home. He was born June 29, 1952 to Dale and Rosella (Love) Murphy Sr. in Thedford, Nebraska.Ron went to school in North Platte, Thedford, Mullen and Seneca in Nebraska. He worked for Bob Stone Sanitation for 15 years. He went to work for the City of North Platte at the transfer station and worked there for 30+ years. Ron married Bonnie Loving on November 5, 1969 in Ogden, Utah.Ron loved to fish, camp and be outdoors. He enjoyed eating at Arby’s and loved hanging out with his dogs. Ron was a devoted husband, visiting Bonnie’s grave twice a week since she passed.Survivors include three children, Bonnie (Ken) Grogan of Moorefield, Nebraska,&nbsp; Rose (Mike Dameron) Schultz of North Platte, Nebraska, and Ron Jr. (Julie) Murphy of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Charley Hazen, Adina Puryear, Kabrina Grogan, Joey Schultz, Kelly Wilson, Peanut Schultz, Cassie Murphy, and Alex Murphy; great grandchildren, Rylan, Teagan, Camden, Jesse, Kami, Lonny, Chance, Issac, Loredo, Hudson, Roper, Jayden, Ashlyn, Paisley, Mazikeen, Euphoria, and Joey Jr.; brother, Mitch (Jan) Murphy of North Platte, Nebraska; sister, Nina (Larry) Hardy of Seneca, Nebraska; and numerous other family members and friends.Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Bonnie; daughter, Thelma Murphy; granddaughter, Caitlin Murphy; brother, Dale Murphy; and sister, Freda Dennis.Memorials are suggested in Ron’s name. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Riverview Cemetery near Sutherland, Nebraska with the Reverend Ryan Alexander officiating. Those wishing to sign the book may do so 9:00-5:00, Monday, March 22, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements. The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those unable to attend.

Ronald Dean Murphy, Sr.  (1952-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce R. Fulk, age 74, of Wallace, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Perkins County Community Hospital in Grant, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce was born on July 29, 1946 to Raymond &amp; Fern (Boyes) Fulk on the place his grandfather homesteaded in 1886.&nbsp; A point Bruce was very proud of.&nbsp; In 1986, the family received the plaque for the Nebraska Pioneer Farm Family in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Bruce spent his entire 74 years on the ranch he so dearly loved. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce attended all 13 year of school at Wallace Public Schools and graduated in 1965.&nbsp; Bruce served in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in December of 1968.&nbsp; He married Mary Ann Tepley on May 3, 1969 in Wauneta, Nebraska.&nbsp; They were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Stacy Lynn and Brenda Rae.&nbsp; Bruce served on the Wallace School Board for eight years holding office in all capacities.&nbsp; Bruce was a member of the Wallace Rural Fire Department for 49 years, a member of the Wallace Cemetery for 41 years, a past board member of the Hi-Line Co-Op, and was instrumental in hiring Roy Evans to manage the Hi-Line Co-Op.&nbsp; He was also a past member of Faith Lutheran Church in Wallace. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce and Ann followed their daughters and grandchildren in all of their school and 4-H activities.&nbsp; Even going so far as to travel to pick up pigs for each of them.&nbsp; They also traveled for many years with dear friends to all the states in the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Bahamas, Panama Canal, Jamaica, Cozumel, and the Grand Caymans.&nbsp; The ultimate trip was the trip to Hawaii in 2019 with the entire family for their 50th wedding anniversary, coming home to COVID.&nbsp; They also traveled with Gary Spaulding, going to Hawaii for another memorable vacation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond &amp; Fern Fulk; his in-laws, Jake &amp; Lillian Tepley; and a brother-in-law, Ron Repass. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Ann, of 51 years; his daughters, Stacy Lynn Kuhlman and her husband Ryan of Wallace, Nebraska and Brenda Rae Christensen of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren Tyler Christensen and his fiancee, Sydnie Richard, of North Platte, Nebraska and Dylan &amp; Skyler Kuhlman of Wallace, Nebraska; one sister, Rita of McCook, Nebraska; nephews Scott Repass of McCook, Nebraska and Kyle Repass of Kansas City; and several cousins. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Wallace Volunteer Fire Department in his memory. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Condolences can be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the service will be live-streamed for those unable to attend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be on Monday, March 22, 201 at Wallace High School Gym in Wallace, Nebraska at 10:30 a.m. Central Time.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Wallace Morning View Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, March 21, 2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce R. Fulk, age 74, of Wallace, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Perkins County Community Hospital in Grant, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce was born on July 29, 1946 to Raymond &amp; Fern (Boyes) Fulk on the place his grandfather homesteaded in 1886.&nbsp; A point Bruce was very proud of.&nbsp; In 1986, the family received the plaque for the Nebraska Pioneer Farm Family in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Bruce spent his entire 74 years on the ranch he so dearly loved. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce attended all 13 year of school at Wallace Public Schools and graduated in 1965.&nbsp; Bruce served in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in December of 1968.&nbsp; He married Mary Ann Tepley on May 3, 1969 in Wauneta, Nebraska.&nbsp; They were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Stacy Lynn and Brenda Rae.&nbsp; Bruce served on the Wallace School Board for eight years holding office in all capacities.&nbsp; Bruce was a member of the Wallace Rural Fire Department for 49 years, a member of the Wallace Cemetery for 41 years, a past board member of the Hi-Line Co-Op, and was instrumental in hiring Roy Evans to manage the Hi-Line Co-Op.&nbsp; He was also a past member of Faith Lutheran Church in Wallace. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce and Ann followed their daughters and grandchildren in all of their school and 4-H activities.&nbsp; Even going so far as to travel to pick up pigs for each of them.&nbsp; They also traveled for many years with dear friends to all the states in the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Bahamas, Panama Canal, Jamaica, Cozumel, and the Grand Caymans.&nbsp; The ultimate trip was the trip to Hawaii in 2019 with the entire family for their 50th wedding anniversary, coming home to COVID.&nbsp; They also traveled with Gary Spaulding, going to Hawaii for another memorable vacation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond &amp; Fern Fulk; his in-laws, Jake &amp; Lillian Tepley; and a brother-in-law, Ron Repass. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Ann, of 51 years; his daughters, Stacy Lynn Kuhlman and her husband Ryan of Wallace, Nebraska and Brenda Rae Christensen of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren Tyler Christensen and his fiancee, Sydnie Richard, of North Platte, Nebraska and Dylan &amp; Skyler Kuhlman of Wallace, Nebraska; one sister, Rita of McCook, Nebraska; nephews Scott Repass of McCook, Nebraska and Kyle Repass of Kansas City; and several cousins. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Wallace Volunteer Fire Department in his memory. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Condolences can be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the service will be live-streamed for those unable to attend. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be on Monday, March 22, 201 at Wallace High School Gym in Wallace, Nebraska at 10:30 a.m. Central Time.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Wallace Morning View Cemetery. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, March 21, 2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Bruce R. Fulk  (1946-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lorna J. Kunnemann, age 77, longtime resident of Imperial, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, March 17, 2021 at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colordo.&nbsp; She was born on May 13, 1943. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Paul Kunnemann of Imperial, Nebraska; daughters, Sherri Burke of Imperial, Nebraska, Cyndi Lagenfeld (John) of Centennial, Colorado, and Bobi Dittler (Eric) of Imperial, Nebraska; 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; and her brother, marvin Draper (Sharon) of Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services for Lorna Kunnemann will be held on Thursday morning, March 25, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at the Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor David Kahle officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Wednesday afternoon, March 24, 2021 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial in Lorna's memory has been suggest to the Kunnemann family for a future scholarship fund.&nbsp; The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is interested in attending college in the healthcare field. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at LiewerFuneralHome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lorna J. Kunnemann, age 77, longtime resident of Imperial, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, March 17, 2021 at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colordo.&nbsp; She was born on May 13, 1943. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Paul Kunnemann of Imperial, Nebraska; daughters, Sherri Burke of Imperial, Nebraska, Cyndi Lagenfeld (John) of Centennial, Colorado, and Bobi Dittler (Eric) of Imperial, Nebraska; 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; and her brother, marvin Draper (Sharon) of Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services for Lorna Kunnemann will be held on Thursday morning, March 25, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time at the Zion Lutheran Church of Imperial, Nebraska with Pastor David Kahle officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Wednesday afternoon, March 24, 2021 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial in Lorna's memory has been suggest to the Kunnemann family for a future scholarship fund.&nbsp; The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is interested in attending college in the healthcare field. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at LiewerFuneralHome.com.&nbsp; Liewer Funeral Home in Imperial, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Lorna J. Kunnemann  (1943-2021)

Gina Genétte Gerken, age 55, of Lander, Wyoming passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at her parents’ home in Lexington, Nebraska from cancer.

She was born September 6, 1965 in Norfolk, Nebraska to Gene and Sandy (Lamm) Mittelstaedt. The family lived in Norfolk until they moved to Lexington in 1974. Gina attended school in the Lexington school system and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1984. She was united in marriage to Farren Stombaugh.

On February, 15, 1997 she was united in marriage to Kreg Gerken at the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington. She was blessed with four children; Taryn, Trey, Gage and Kamden. The family lived at Johnson Lake, Lexington, Cozad and Eustis in Nebrsaka before moving to Lander, Wyoming in 2013.

She had been employed by the Lexington Community Hospital, operated a daycare, the Cozad Community Hospital and then was an Optometrist Tech in Lander, Wyoming.

Gina enjoyed fishing, camping, caring for her chickens, doing home remodeling but most importantly her family especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include; her parents of Lexington, Nebraska; husband Kreg of Lander, Wyoming; three sons; Trey (fiancé Alex Aden) Stombaugh of Kearney, Nebraska, Gage (Brittany) Gerken of Cozad, Nebraska and Kamden Gerken of Lander, Wyoming; one daughter; Taryn (fiancé Michael Teurman) Stombaugh of Elwood, Nebraska; two grandchildren Grayson Gerken and Harper Gerken; two brothers; Stacy (Tammy) Mittelstaedt of Ravenna, Nebraska and Mitch (Jennifer) Mittelstaedt of Grand Island, Nebraska; as well as nieces, nephews extended family and friends.

Gina was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Visitation will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Erin Dunlavy and John Strackbein P.M.A., officiating. Face coverings are recommended at the church.

Memorials are suggested to the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, Nebraska.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Gina Genétte Gerken, age 55, of Lander, Wyoming passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at her parents’ home in Lexington, Nebraska from cancer.She was born September 6, 1965 in Norfolk, Nebraska to Gene and Sandy (Lamm) Mittelstaedt. The family lived in Norfolk until they moved to Lexington in 1974. Gina attended school in the Lexington school system and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1984. She was united in marriage to Farren Stombaugh.On February, 15, 1997 she was united in marriage to Kreg Gerken at the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington. She was blessed with four children; Taryn, Trey, Gage and Kamden. The family lived at Johnson Lake, Lexington, Cozad and Eustis in Nebrsaka before moving to Lander, Wyoming in 2013.She had been employed by the Lexington Community Hospital, operated a daycare, the Cozad Community Hospital and then was an Optometrist Tech in Lander, Wyoming.Gina enjoyed fishing, camping, caring for her chickens, doing home remodeling but most importantly her family especially her grandchildren.Survivors include; her parents of Lexington, Nebraska; husband Kreg of Lander, Wyoming; three sons; Trey (fiancé Alex Aden) Stombaugh of Kearney, Nebraska, Gage (Brittany) Gerken of Cozad, Nebraska and Kamden Gerken of Lander, Wyoming; one daughter; Taryn (fiancé Michael Teurman) Stombaugh of Elwood, Nebraska; two grandchildren Grayson Gerken and Harper Gerken; two brothers; Stacy (Tammy) Mittelstaedt of Ravenna, Nebraska and Mitch (Jennifer) Mittelstaedt of Grand Island, Nebraska; as well as nieces, nephews extended family and friends.Gina was preceded in death by her grandparents.Visitation will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska.Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Pastor Erin Dunlavy and John Strackbein P.M.A., officiating. Face coverings are recommended at the church.Memorials are suggested to the Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, Nebraska.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

Gina Genétte Gerken  (1965-2021)  

Merle L. Cox, age 79, of McCook, NE passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.

Merle was born August 30, 1941 in rural Hayes County, NE to parents Elmer L. and Reva M. (Horn) Cox. He was one of eight children who grew up in Hayes County, attending grade school at District 49 until the 6th grade and graduating from Hayes County High School with the Class of 1959.&nbsp; Following high school, Merle attended Colorado State University where he also played football. Merle later graduated from McCook Community College with a degree in education. In 1962, he competed in the National Junior College Track Meet in Big Springs, TX where he placed 3rd in the discus.

Merle taught school at Hamlet for four years before returning to the classroom himself, graduating from Chadron State College in 1968. He then taught school in Benkelman for six years and was also a principal there.&nbsp; Merle obtained his master’s degree in 1973.&nbsp; In 1974, he returned to farming.&nbsp;

Merle was a member of the CO-OP Board and the ESU # 15 Board. On August 30, 1991, Merle’s 50th Birthday, he married Catherine (Bunstock) Cox in North Platte.&nbsp; Merle enjoyed fishing and golfing and was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker Fan.&nbsp; He became a member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in 2013.

Merle was preceded in death by his parents; and his two brothers, Duane (Lois) Cox and Darrel (Norma) Cox.

Those left to celebrate his memory include his wife, Cathy Cox of McCook, NE; daughters, Lisa Yost of Blair, NE and Julie (Jeff) Smith of McCook, NE; brothers, Lee (Jan) Cox of Omaha, NE and Pat Cox of Hayes Center, NE; sisters, Gloria (Leland) Messersmith of Cozad, NE, Rosalie (Gary) Hasting of Scottsbluff, NE and Linda (Joe) Shandera of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren, Connor Yost, Samuel Smith, Ian Yost, Will Yost, and Madison Smith; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends.

Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be on Friday, March 19, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook, NE.

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 </figure>Merle L. Cox, age 79, of McCook, NE passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.Merle was born August 30, 1941 in rural Hayes County, NE to parents Elmer L. and Reva M. (Horn) Cox. He was one of eight children who grew up in Hayes County, attending grade school at District 49 until the 6th grade and graduating from Hayes County High School with the Class of 1959.&nbsp; Following high school, Merle attended Colorado State University where he also played football. Merle later graduated from McCook Community College with a degree in education. In 1962, he competed in the National Junior College Track Meet in Big Springs, TX where he placed 3rd in the discus.Merle taught school at Hamlet for four years before returning to the classroom himself, graduating from Chadron State College in 1968. He then taught school in Benkelman for six years and was also a principal there.&nbsp; Merle obtained his master’s degree in 1973.&nbsp; In 1974, he returned to farming.&nbsp;Merle was a member of the CO-OP Board and the ESU # 15 Board. On August 30, 1991, Merle’s 50th Birthday, he married Catherine (Bunstock) Cox in North Platte.&nbsp; Merle enjoyed fishing and golfing and was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker Fan.&nbsp; He became a member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in 2013.Merle was preceded in death by his parents; and his two brothers, Duane (Lois) Cox and Darrel (Norma) Cox.Those left to celebrate his memory include his wife, Cathy Cox of McCook, NE; daughters, Lisa Yost of Blair, NE and Julie (Jeff) Smith of McCook, NE; brothers, Lee (Jan) Cox of Omaha, NE and Pat Cox of Hayes Center, NE; sisters, Gloria (Leland) Messersmith of Cozad, NE, Rosalie (Gary) Hasting of Scottsbluff, NE and Linda (Joe) Shandera of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren, Connor Yost, Samuel Smith, Ian Yost, Will Yost, and Madison Smith; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends.Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be on Friday, March 19, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Merle L. Cox  (1941-2021)

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, Carol Avis McBride, age 79, devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed from this world into the loving arms of God surrounded by loved ones. Carol was born April 6, 1941 at home north of Stuart, Nebraska to James Hoffman and Margaret (Papke) Hoffman. Her love, strong will, and caring spirit showed at a very young age when she would carry or pull her sister Darlene around in the little red wagon, after she contracted Polio. She rode a horse to the country school, but eventually moved to town and graduated from Stuart High School in 1959 where she was a rambunctious and fun-loving student. Carol married Dudley Halligan on September 10, 1961 and raised four children Scott, Tracy, Carrie and Jim. On June 1, 1992 she married Mort McBride. Carol was a true original and she lived life to the fullest, always with a smile or her trademark laugh. She brought such joy and laughter to all her family and friends. The stories surrounding Carol and her antics are too numerous to tell, but she touched so many lives that there is no doubt that she will live on through the telling of those stories for generations to come. Carol was a trail blazer and, in many ways, ahead of her time, including being a successful and enterprising businesswoman. Carol was proud to be one of the first women welders at Daniel’s Manufacturing. She started or owned several businesses including Chantilly Bridal Boutique in Kearney, Nebraska, The Hen House in Ainsworth, Nebraska, along with In Touch Jewelry and Home Health Medical with long time friend Donna Kegley. Carol was dependable, independent and strong willed, but kind and had a “tell it like it is” attitude. She had a positive outlook on life and deeply held beliefs that shaped her as an individual. Carol loved her family far and wide with all her heart and was committed to their safety and well-being. She was a loyal and trusted friend with strong and long-term relationships she thoroughly cherished. Carol’s unsurpassed dedication and selflessness to others will always be remembered by those whose lives she touched. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, James and Margaret; sister Darlene Jaurneg; and brothers James and Robert Hoffman.

She is survived by her husband Mort McBride; brother Daniel (Judy) Hoffman; aunt Avis (Luther) Wilhelmsen; children, Scott (Pam) Halligan, Tracy (Brian) Landis, Carrie (Mark) Gaskins and Jim Halligan; her grandchildren, Jimi (Trey) Kerner, Taylor (Tyrel) Entz, Courntey Halligan, Chelsey Halligan, Spencer (Anqi) Landis, Dillon Halligan and Matthew (Alaysha Harris) Landis; great Grandson and love, Beauden Entz; Mort’s Children Lyn (Mike) Baxter, Konnie (Jerry) Schaefer and Joe (Lori) McBride; his grandchildren Dori (Kade) Gracey and children, Nadine (Mark) Prosiski and children, Billy Baxter, Stefanie (Keith) Blackwell and children, Jami (Andrew) McDowell and children, Rhe’Ann McBride, Whitley (Kodi) McBride and Kathryn (Fiance Nathon Key) Schaefer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 

A Celebration of Life will be May 29, 2021 at 4:00 pm at Stuart Cemetery in Stuart, Nebraska with a dinner following at the Stuart Legion.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>On Thursday, March 11, 2021, Carol Avis McBride, age 79, devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed from this world into the loving arms of God surrounded by loved ones. Carol was born April 6, 1941 at home north of Stuart, Nebraska to James Hoffman and Margaret (Papke) Hoffman. Her love, strong will, and caring spirit showed at a very young age when she would carry or pull her sister Darlene around in the little red wagon, after she contracted Polio. She rode a horse to the country school, but eventually moved to town and graduated from Stuart High School in 1959 where she was a rambunctious and fun-loving student. Carol married Dudley Halligan on September 10, 1961 and raised four children Scott, Tracy, Carrie and Jim. On June 1, 1992 she married Mort McBride. Carol was a true original and she lived life to the fullest, always with a smile or her trademark laugh. She brought such joy and laughter to all her family and friends. The stories surrounding Carol and her antics are too numerous to tell, but she touched so many lives that there is no doubt that she will live on through the telling of those stories for generations to come. Carol was a trail blazer and, in many ways, ahead of her time, including being a successful and enterprising businesswoman. Carol was proud to be one of the first women welders at Daniel’s Manufacturing. She started or owned several businesses including Chantilly Bridal Boutique in Kearney, Nebraska, The Hen House in Ainsworth, Nebraska, along with In Touch Jewelry and Home Health Medical with long time friend Donna Kegley. Carol was dependable, independent and strong willed, but kind and had a “tell it like it is” attitude. She had a positive outlook on life and deeply held beliefs that shaped her as an individual. Carol loved her family far and wide with all her heart and was committed to their safety and well-being. She was a loyal and trusted friend with strong and long-term relationships she thoroughly cherished. Carol’s unsurpassed dedication and selflessness to others will always be remembered by those whose lives she touched. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, James and Margaret; sister Darlene Jaurneg; and brothers James and Robert Hoffman. She is survived by her husband Mort McBride; brother Daniel (Judy) Hoffman; aunt Avis (Luther) Wilhelmsen; children, Scott (Pam) Halligan, Tracy (Brian) Landis, Carrie (Mark) Gaskins and Jim Halligan; her grandchildren, Jimi (Trey) Kerner, Taylor (Tyrel) Entz, Courntey Halligan, Chelsey Halligan, Spencer (Anqi) Landis, Dillon Halligan and Matthew (Alaysha Harris) Landis; great Grandson and love, Beauden Entz; Mort’s Children Lyn (Mike) Baxter, Konnie (Jerry) Schaefer and Joe (Lori) McBride; his grandchildren Dori (Kade) Gracey and children, Nadine (Mark) Prosiski and children, Billy Baxter, Stefanie (Keith) Blackwell and children, Jami (Andrew) McDowell and children, Rhe’Ann McBride, Whitley (Kodi) McBride and Kathryn (Fiance Nathon Key) Schaefer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A Celebration of Life will be May 29, 2021 at 4:00 pm at Stuart Cemetery in Stuart, Nebraska with a dinner following at the Stuart Legion.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol Avis McBride  (1941-2021)

Phillip Bryce Fornoff died Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at the age of 87.&nbsp; He was born April 9, 1933, at Palisade, NE, to Delbert and Ilah (Sloan) Fornoff.&nbsp;

Phillip attended country school at Lookout District #23, northwest of Hayes Center, NE. Then he attended District #4 in Hayes Center, NE, and graduated from Hayes County High School in 1950.&nbsp; He attended McCook Junior College in McCook, NE.&nbsp; In 1952, Phillip enlisted in the United State Coast Guard.&nbsp; He went through basic training at Alameda, CA, and then he was stationed aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Persus, San Pedro, CA.&nbsp; Later, he was stationed at Ballast Point Lighthouse, San Diego, CA.&nbsp; 

Phillip married the love of his life Marilyn Anderjaska on June 16, 1953, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, southeast of Hayes Center, NE.&nbsp; They lived in San Diego, CA, until he received his Honorable Discharge in 1954.&nbsp; They returned to Hayes Center, NE, where he began farming two miles west on the E.L. West farm.&nbsp; They raised six children.&nbsp; The family moved into Hayes Center in 1971.&nbsp; Phillip continued to farm and ranch until 1995.&nbsp; After his retirement, he worked for Human Oil Company as a relief pumper.

Phillip served on many boards and committees.&nbsp; He served on the FHA Board of Directors and Hayes Center School Board.&nbsp; He served for 12 years on the Village Board and was Mayor for six of those years.&nbsp; He served on West Central Development District Board and was Board President.&nbsp; He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and served as Trustee and Lector for many years. He served on the Hayes County Fair Board, was a 4-H Leader, and was a member of American Legion Post #287 for 67 years, serving as Commander and Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; He was also a member of the McCook Elks #1434.

Phillip was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Fauneil Glee and Omalea McCormick.

Phillip is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of 67 years; three sons and three daughters: Christopher (Leta) Fornoff of Fremont, NE, Kevin (Ann) Fornoff of Hayes Center, NE, Cynthia (Kirt) Ross of Culbertson,NE,&nbsp; Kimberly (Bill) Mruz of Fremont, NE, Laurie (Larry) Goforth of Morro Bay, CA, and Brad (Betsy) Fornoff of Papillion, NE. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Leslie (JJ) Goforth Yarlot; Nolan (Kynzie) Ross; Lauren (Roy) Fornoff Schroeder; Kayla (Clint) Ross Schafer; Hillery Mruz; Linden (Mitch) Fornoff; Alexa (Tim) Fornoff Wahl; Seth (Morgan) Mruz; Brock Goforth; Kyle (Morgan) Fornoff; Chantel (Justin) Fornoff Saufley; Jordan (Julie) Mruz; Amanda (Bryce) Fornoff Buhr; Marcheta (Abir) Fornoff; Andrew Fornoff.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was also blessed with 26 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Carter and Hudson Yarlott; Oaklyn Ross; Starlyn and Bridger Cox; Caroline and Thomas Schroeder; Miley, Kenley, and Landen Schafer; Orson and Rosemary Wahl; Kellyn and Moxin Mruz; Bryce and Emma Fornoff; Bria, Preston, Cameron, Bodhi, and Tripp Saufley; Jackson, Theodore, and Sophie Mruz; Barrett and Cameron Buhr.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 P.M. at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 4:00-6:00 P.M.

A rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M., Friday evening, March 19, 2021 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday morning, March 20, 2021 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook, NE with Father Gary Brethour Celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will Full Military Honors will follow services in the Hayes Center Cemetery, Hayes Center, Nebraska.

Memorials are suggested to the Family of Phillip Fornoff for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Phillip Bryce Fornoff died Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at the age of 87.&nbsp; He was born April 9, 1933, at Palisade, NE, to Delbert and Ilah (Sloan) Fornoff.&nbsp;Phillip attended country school at Lookout District #23, northwest of Hayes Center, NE. Then he attended District #4 in Hayes Center, NE, and graduated from Hayes County High School in 1950.&nbsp; He attended McCook Junior College in McCook, NE.&nbsp; In 1952, Phillip enlisted in the United State Coast Guard.&nbsp; He went through basic training at Alameda, CA, and then he was stationed aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Persus, San Pedro, CA.&nbsp; Later, he was stationed at Ballast Point Lighthouse, San Diego, CA.&nbsp; Phillip married the love of his life Marilyn Anderjaska on June 16, 1953, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, southeast of Hayes Center, NE.&nbsp; They lived in San Diego, CA, until he received his Honorable Discharge in 1954.&nbsp; They returned to Hayes Center, NE, where he began farming two miles west on the E.L. West farm.&nbsp; They raised six children.&nbsp; The family moved into Hayes Center in 1971.&nbsp; Phillip continued to farm and ranch until 1995.&nbsp; After his retirement, he worked for Human Oil Company as a relief pumper.Phillip served on many boards and committees.&nbsp; He served on the FHA Board of Directors and Hayes Center School Board.&nbsp; He served for 12 years on the Village Board and was Mayor for six of those years.&nbsp; He served on West Central Development District Board and was Board President.&nbsp; He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and served as Trustee and Lector for many years. He served on the Hayes County Fair Board, was a 4-H Leader, and was a member of American Legion Post #287 for 67 years, serving as Commander and Treasurer for many years.&nbsp; He was also a member of the McCook Elks #1434.Phillip was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Fauneil Glee and Omalea McCormick.Phillip is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of 67 years; three sons and three daughters: Christopher (Leta) Fornoff of Fremont, NE, Kevin (Ann) Fornoff of Hayes Center, NE, Cynthia (Kirt) Ross of Culbertson,NE,&nbsp; Kimberly (Bill) Mruz of Fremont, NE, Laurie (Larry) Goforth of Morro Bay, CA, and Brad (Betsy) Fornoff of Papillion, NE. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Leslie (JJ) Goforth Yarlot; Nolan (Kynzie) Ross; Lauren (Roy) Fornoff Schroeder; Kayla (Clint) Ross Schafer; Hillery Mruz; Linden (Mitch) Fornoff; Alexa (Tim) Fornoff Wahl; Seth (Morgan) Mruz; Brock Goforth; Kyle (Morgan) Fornoff; Chantel (Justin) Fornoff Saufley; Jordan (Julie) Mruz; Amanda (Bryce) Fornoff Buhr; Marcheta (Abir) Fornoff; Andrew Fornoff.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was also blessed with 26 great grandchildren:&nbsp; Carter and Hudson Yarlott; Oaklyn Ross; Starlyn and Bridger Cox; Caroline and Thomas Schroeder; Miley, Kenley, and Landen Schafer; Orson and Rosemary Wahl; Kellyn and Moxin Mruz; Bryce and Emma Fornoff; Bria, Preston, Cameron, Bodhi, and Tripp Saufley; Jackson, Theodore, and Sophie Mruz; Barrett and Cameron Buhr.Visitation will be held on Friday, March 19, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 P.M. at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 4:00-6:00 P.M.A rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M., Friday evening, March 19, 2021 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday morning, March 20, 2021 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in McCook, NE with Father Gary Brethour Celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will Full Military Honors will follow services in the Hayes Center Cemetery, Hayes Center, Nebraska.Memorials are suggested to the Family of Phillip Fornoff for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Phillip Bryce Fornoff  (1933-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell Chadwick, age 85, of Oshkosh, Nebraska passed away on Friday evening, March 12, 2021 at Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Oshkosh Community Wesleyan Church in Oshkosh, Nebraska with pastor Bruce Neal officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military HOnors provided by the United States Navy will follow in the Ash Hollow Cemetery near Lewellen, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at the Holecheck-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh, NE. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials in Lowell's name can be made to the family for later designation C/O Marlene Chadwick, PO Box 74, Oshkosh, NE&nbsp; 69154. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Holecheck-Bondegard Funeral Home &amp; Cremations in Oshkosh, NE is serving the Chadwick Famly. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell Joy Chadwick was born on January 26, 1936 to Joy Ellsworth and SaxieL. (Church) Chadwick in Otis, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell joined the Navy in 1954.&nbsp; He married his soul mate, Iva Marlene Hicks on December 18, 1955.&nbsp; They started their new life together in Long Beach, California.&nbsp; They then moved to Denver, Colorado after he got out of the Navy in 1957.&nbsp; They had four children:&nbsp; Debbie, Tamie, Joy, and Rodney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;While in the Navy, Lowell traveled to Japan, Alaska, and Hawaii, as well as other ports.&nbsp; After the Navy, Lowell became a truck driver for Solid Carbonic Dry Ice and worked there for 21 years.&nbsp; In 1978, they moved to Oshkosh, Nebraska where he worked for John Deere, Cold Water Fish Farm, Farm &amp; Ranch Fertilizer, and various other jobs.&nbsp; He made Oshkosh his home for almost 42 years until his precious life ended. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell loved to travel with his family, camping and sightseeing all over Colorado, California, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana, visiting places like Yellowstone National Park, Four Corners, National Redwood Forest, and Mount Rushmore. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell &amp; Marlene loved to take each of their grandkids to the USS Belle Grove ship reunions all over the United States.&nbsp; Lowell loved to collect ink pens, hats, and hat pins wherever he traveled.&nbsp; Great times and great memories!&nbsp; Lowell was an avid lover of sports.&nbsp; He loved the Denver Broncos, but he especially loved watching his kids, grandkids and great grandkids games.&nbsp; You could hear him hooting and hollering from down the street.&nbsp; He always said his family was his greatest accomplishment. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Marlene; daughters Tamie (Rick) Steiner of Aurora, Colorado and Joy Nadene (Kevin) Kugler of Elsie, Nebraska; his son, Rodney (Angela) Chadwick of La Belle, Florida; ten grandchildren: Dedra (Darrell) Wyatt, Amber (Sergio) Perez, Neal (Brittany) Kugler, Dustin (Chelsea) Kugler, Jared (Kristina) Steiner, Sara Feldkamp, Tiffany (Chris) Hoaglund, Mark Noel, Bobby Kugler, and Lilly Chadwick; 14 great grandkids; and lots of nieces, nephews and longtime friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Noel; 2 babies (lost due to miscarriage); his parents, Joy &amp; Saxie Chadwick; brothers Ellsworth Chadwick and Bill Chadwick; and sisters Mary Jean Fincher and Grace Hendricks.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell Chadwick, age 85, of Oshkosh, Nebraska passed away on Friday evening, March 12, 2021 at Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Oshkosh Community Wesleyan Church in Oshkosh, Nebraska with pastor Bruce Neal officiating.&nbsp; Burial with Military HOnors provided by the United States Navy will follow in the Ash Hollow Cemetery near Lewellen, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time at the Holecheck-Bondegard Funeral Home in Oshkosh, NE. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials in Lowell's name can be made to the family for later designation C/O Marlene Chadwick, PO Box 74, Oshkosh, NE&nbsp; 69154. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Holecheck-Bondegard Funeral Home &amp; Cremations in Oshkosh, NE is serving the Chadwick Famly. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell Joy Chadwick was born on January 26, 1936 to Joy Ellsworth and SaxieL. (Church) Chadwick in Otis, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell joined the Navy in 1954.&nbsp; He married his soul mate, Iva Marlene Hicks on December 18, 1955.&nbsp; They started their new life together in Long Beach, California.&nbsp; They then moved to Denver, Colorado after he got out of the Navy in 1957.&nbsp; They had four children:&nbsp; Debbie, Tamie, Joy, and Rodney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;While in the Navy, Lowell traveled to Japan, Alaska, and Hawaii, as well as other ports.&nbsp; After the Navy, Lowell became a truck driver for Solid Carbonic Dry Ice and worked there for 21 years.&nbsp; In 1978, they moved to Oshkosh, Nebraska where he worked for John Deere, Cold Water Fish Farm, Farm &amp; Ranch Fertilizer, and various other jobs.&nbsp; He made Oshkosh his home for almost 42 years until his precious life ended. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell loved to travel with his family, camping and sightseeing all over Colorado, California, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana, visiting places like Yellowstone National Park, Four Corners, National Redwood Forest, and Mount Rushmore. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell &amp; Marlene loved to take each of their grandkids to the USS Belle Grove ship reunions all over the United States.&nbsp; Lowell loved to collect ink pens, hats, and hat pins wherever he traveled.&nbsp; Great times and great memories!&nbsp; Lowell was an avid lover of sports.&nbsp; He loved the Denver Broncos, but he especially loved watching his kids, grandkids and great grandkids games.&nbsp; You could hear him hooting and hollering from down the street.&nbsp; He always said his family was his greatest accomplishment. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lowell leaves behind his loving wife of 65 years, Marlene; daughters Tamie (Rick) Steiner of Aurora, Colorado and Joy Nadene (Kevin) Kugler of Elsie, Nebraska; his son, Rodney (Angela) Chadwick of La Belle, Florida; ten grandchildren: Dedra (Darrell) Wyatt, Amber (Sergio) Perez, Neal (Brittany) Kugler, Dustin (Chelsea) Kugler, Jared (Kristina) Steiner, Sara Feldkamp, Tiffany (Chris) Hoaglund, Mark Noel, Bobby Kugler, and Lilly Chadwick; 14 great grandkids; and lots of nieces, nephews and longtime friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Noel; 2 babies (lost due to miscarriage); his parents, Joy &amp; Saxie Chadwick; brothers Ellsworth Chadwick and Bill Chadwick; and sisters Mary Jean Fincher and Grace Hendricks.

Lowell J. Chadwick  (1936-2021)

Jean J. Waltemath, age 89, of North Platte, NE passed away on March 15, 2021 at North Platte Care Center. She was born on December 1, 1931 in Farwell, NE to Martin and Rose (Koslicki) Jasnoch.

Jean moved in 1948 to North Platte, Nebraska and met Dewey Waltemath at McGlaughin’s Café. They were married on June 19, 1948 in Stapleton, Nebraska. To this union six children were born: Doug, Glen, Connie, Roger, Joe and Patrick. She and Dewey celebrated 63 years of marriage.

She was a longtime member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte where she assisted with dinners and functions for many years. Jean was also called “Grandma Jean” by her grandkids and many other kids through the years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey; parents, Martin and Rose Jasnock; son, Randy; and sisters, Dorothy (Roman) Curtis, Annabelle (Peanuts- Milford) Schultz, Flo (Claude) Milroy, and Rosie Murray.

Jean is survived by her children, Doug (Sue) of Kansas City, MO, Glen (Lyn) of Lincoln, NE, Roger (Beth) of Liberty, MO, Joe (Raelene) of North Platte, NE, Connie (Everett) of North Platte, NE and Patrick (Debbie) of Kearney, NE; sister, Sharon Jasnoch; 11 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Bill Murray.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mass of the Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with The Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla celebrating. Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte. Book signing will be at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday and Friday, March 18 and 19 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE.

Memorials are designated to the North Platte Catholic School Endowment Trust; Inc.&nbsp; 

Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. The service will be livestreamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapels Facebook page. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

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 </figure>Jean J. Waltemath, age 89, of North Platte, NE passed away on March 15, 2021 at North Platte Care Center. She was born on December 1, 1931 in Farwell, NE to Martin and Rose (Koslicki) Jasnoch.Jean moved in 1948 to North Platte, Nebraska and met Dewey Waltemath at McGlaughin’s Café. They were married on June 19, 1948 in Stapleton, Nebraska. To this union six children were born: Doug, Glen, Connie, Roger, Joe and Patrick. She and Dewey celebrated 63 years of marriage.She was a longtime member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte where she assisted with dinners and functions for many years. Jean was also called “Grandma Jean” by her grandkids and many other kids through the years.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey; parents, Martin and Rose Jasnock; son, Randy; and sisters, Dorothy (Roman) Curtis, Annabelle (Peanuts- Milford) Schultz, Flo (Claude) Milroy, and Rosie Murray.Jean is survived by her children, Doug (Sue) of Kansas City, MO, Glen (Lyn) of Lincoln, NE, Roger (Beth) of Liberty, MO, Joe (Raelene) of North Platte, NE, Connie (Everett) of North Platte, NE and Patrick (Debbie) of Kearney, NE; sister, Sharon Jasnoch; 11 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Bill Murray.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mass of the Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2021 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with The Reverend Vidya Sagar Arikotla celebrating. Inurnment will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte. Book signing will be at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday and Friday, March 18 and 19 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, NE.Memorials are designated to the North Platte Catholic School Endowment Trust; Inc.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. The service will be livestreamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapels Facebook page. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be directed to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com/">www.carpentermemorial.com</a>.

Jean J. Waltemath  (1931-2021)

Patricia H. Patterson, age 83, of Brule, NE, passed away, Sunday, March 14, 2021 at her home in Brule.&nbsp;

Patricia is survived by her son; Gerry Patterson, of Brule, NE; her granddaughters; Charlea Patterson, of Ogallala, NE; Brittany Baker, of York, NE; her grandson; Ryan (Bobbi) Hopper, of Port Orchard, WA; her great-grandchildren; Robert "Caden" Wickam, Adaline Condon, Mia Hopper, and Faith Baker; and goddaughter, Leah McGinnis, of Ogallala.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by; her husband, Charles; her brothers, Darrell and Billy McGinnis; her sons, Jerry Patterson and David McPeak; and a daughter, Roberta Patterson.&nbsp;

A Visitation will be held, Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;

The Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Friday, March 19, 2021 in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE with Rev. Jon Dickmander of the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule officiating.&nbsp;

Interment will be held at the Brule Cemetery in Brule, NE.&nbsp;

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

A memorial has been established to the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule, NE in her name.&nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Patricia H. Patterson, age 83, of Brule, NE, passed away, Sunday, March 14, 2021 at her home in Brule.&nbsp;Patricia is survived by her son; Gerry Patterson, of Brule, NE; her granddaughters; Charlea Patterson, of Ogallala, NE; Brittany Baker, of York, NE; her grandson; Ryan (Bobbi) Hopper, of Port Orchard, WA; her great-grandchildren; Robert "Caden" Wickam, Adaline Condon, Mia Hopper, and Faith Baker; and goddaughter, Leah McGinnis, of Ogallala.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by; her husband, Charles; her brothers, Darrell and Billy McGinnis; her sons, Jerry Patterson and David McPeak; and a daughter, Roberta Patterson.&nbsp;A Visitation will be held, Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Mountain Time in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE.&nbsp;The Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Friday, March 19, 2021 in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, NE with Rev. Jon Dickmander of the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule officiating.&nbsp;Interment will be held at the Brule Cemetery in Brule, NE.&nbsp;Online condolences may be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button. The service will be live streamed.&nbsp;A memorial has been established to the St. John's Lutheran Church of Brule, NE in her name.&nbsp;COVID-19 precautions are still being followed and masks are recommended.&nbsp;&nbsp;Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, Nebraska has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Patricia Harol Patterson  (1937-2021)

James Russell “Russ” Deabler of Ogallala, Nebraska, and formerly of Bourbon, Missouri, was born on Thursday, November 12, 1970 in Normandy, Missouri.&nbsp; He left from this life suddenly on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at his home at the age of 50 years.

Russ was a truck driver for FedEx and a singer, song writer and musician for Unfulfilled Fate. He loved anything that had to do with Harry Potter, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.

Russ is preceded in death by his brother, Michael Deabler; and step-father, Arthur “Art” Compton.

Those who are left to treasure his memory and to continue his legacy are his loving wife, Katrina (Logan) Deabler of the home; three children Danielle Ford of Nashville, Tennessee, Aaron Deabler of Rolla, Missouri, Gabrielle Deabler of Bloomington, Indiana; parents Janet (Moffett) Compton of Cuba, Missouri, James Russell and wife Sharon Deabler of Tangerine, Florida; one sister Lori Campisi of Pevely, Missouri; two nieces Sophia Campisi and husband Paul Pierce, Alex Campisi and fiancé Max Mahaney; one nephew Gianni Campisi; and great-nieces, great-nephews and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 5-8 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home, 904 W. Washington Street, Cuba, Missouri.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 11:00 a.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Jonathan Logan, officiating.

Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery, Salem, Missouri.&nbsp;

If desired, memorials would be appreciated to the American Heart Association or Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis, Missouri.

Online condolences may be left at www.mizellfh.com and www.drauckerfh.com

The Mizell Funeral Home of Cuba, Missouri is honored to be serving the Deabler family.

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 </figure>James Russell “Russ” Deabler of Ogallala, Nebraska, and formerly of Bourbon, Missouri, was born on Thursday, November 12, 1970 in Normandy, Missouri.&nbsp; He left from this life suddenly on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at his home at the age of 50 years.Russ was a truck driver for FedEx and a singer, song writer and musician for Unfulfilled Fate. He loved anything that had to do with Harry Potter, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.Russ is preceded in death by his brother, Michael Deabler; and step-father, Arthur “Art” Compton.Those who are left to treasure his memory and to continue his legacy are his loving wife, Katrina (Logan) Deabler of the home; three children Danielle Ford of Nashville, Tennessee, Aaron Deabler of Rolla, Missouri, Gabrielle Deabler of Bloomington, Indiana; parents Janet (Moffett) Compton of Cuba, Missouri, James Russell and wife Sharon Deabler of Tangerine, Florida; one sister Lori Campisi of Pevely, Missouri; two nieces Sophia Campisi and husband Paul Pierce, Alex Campisi and fiancé Max Mahaney; one nephew Gianni Campisi; and great-nieces, great-nephews and many friends.Visitation will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 5-8 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home, 904 W. Washington Street, Cuba, Missouri.Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 11:00 a.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Jonathan Logan, officiating.Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery, Salem, Missouri.&nbsp;If desired, memorials would be appreciated to the American Heart Association or Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis, Missouri.Online condolences may be left at www.mizellfh.com and www.drauckerfh.comThe Mizell Funeral Home of Cuba, Missouri is honored to be serving the Deabler family.

James Russell "Russ" Deabler  (1970-2021)

Marcie Harris, age 76, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away, Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

Marcie was born Ella Louise Horsley on February 28th, 1945, to Bertha Juanita Fout and Robert Lloyd Horsley in Portsmouth, Ohio.

She was the oldest of 10 kids. Marcie was a Truck Driver for 18 1/2 years in Florida. She moved to Colorado in 1997 and finally retired in Ogallala, Nebraska. She lived there from 2002-2014. She and her family moved to Portsmouth, Ohio from 2014-2018. She then moved back to Nebraska where she lived in North Platte for the remainder of her life. After she moved to North Platte, she met her neighbor, Robin Gibbons, who she became best friends with. Robin helped take care of Marcie for the last 2 years of her life and was a huge blessing to the family.

If there was ever a book written about her life, everything she's seen, everything she’s been through, all her adventures in life, I guarantee you it would be the greatest&nbsp; book ever written. Romance, adventure, tragedy, drama, broken hearts, lost and found love, comedy, suspense, deception, thriller, mystery and heartwarming moments. Full of car chases, fist fights ,family drama, adventures, compassion, love and living life all over this country. West coast, East Coast and everywhere in between, you name it, she lived it. She was a truck driver, painter, chauffeur, waitress, babysitter, caretaker, loved dancing, fishing, country music, and writing and singing songs. She was a storyteller, Gypsy and so much more. Pretty amazing woman, one tough woman, one loving woman.&nbsp;

A mom, grandma and great grandma, amazing friend, sister, daughter and aunt. She would keep you on your toes, make you laugh, make you cry, drive you crazy and love you like no other could. She was a one of a kind woman with one heck of a sense of humor. There would be no way you would ever forget her once you truly met her. She could out talk you, out drink you and out love you. She loved Pepsi-Cola and absolutely without a doubt loved her family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcie leaves behind her 3 daughters; Valerie Stuhr, Lisa Williams and Ashley Williams; her son, John Harris Jr. and daughter-in-law Dorothy Harris; her 3 sisters; Kathy Boggs, Connie Franklin and Bonnie Fout; a brother, Danny Fout; 5 grandchildren; Joshua Harris, Delaney Stuhr, Joe Harris, Olyvia Williams, and Nova Williams; 2 great-grandchildren; Evangeline Harris and John Henry Harris; 1 great-grandchild on the way, and a lot more family.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Harris Sr., 2 of her brothers, Luther Horsley and Robert Horsley, her daughter, Rebecca Lee and her grandson, Tanner Stuhr.&nbsp;

The family chose cremation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

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

Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.

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

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 </figure>Marcie Harris, age 76, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away, Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.Marcie was born Ella Louise Horsley on February 28th, 1945, to Bertha Juanita Fout and Robert Lloyd Horsley in Portsmouth, Ohio.She was the oldest of 10 kids. Marcie was a Truck Driver for 18 1/2 years in Florida. She moved to Colorado in 1997 and finally retired in Ogallala, Nebraska. She lived there from 2002-2014. She and her family moved to Portsmouth, Ohio from 2014-2018. She then moved back to Nebraska where she lived in North Platte for the remainder of her life. After she moved to North Platte, she met her neighbor, Robin Gibbons, who she became best friends with. Robin helped take care of Marcie for the last 2 years of her life and was a huge blessing to the family.If there was ever a book written about her life, everything she's seen, everything she’s been through, all her adventures in life, I guarantee you it would be the greatest&nbsp; book ever written. Romance, adventure, tragedy, drama, broken hearts, lost and found love, comedy, suspense, deception, thriller, mystery and heartwarming moments. Full of car chases, fist fights ,family drama, adventures, compassion, love and living life all over this country. West coast, East Coast and everywhere in between, you name it, she lived it. She was a truck driver, painter, chauffeur, waitress, babysitter, caretaker, loved dancing, fishing, country music, and writing and singing songs. She was a storyteller, Gypsy and so much more. Pretty amazing woman, one tough woman, one loving woman.&nbsp;A mom, grandma and great grandma, amazing friend, sister, daughter and aunt. She would keep you on your toes, make you laugh, make you cry, drive you crazy and love you like no other could. She was a one of a kind woman with one heck of a sense of humor. There would be no way you would ever forget her once you truly met her. She could out talk you, out drink you and out love you. She loved Pepsi-Cola and absolutely without a doubt loved her family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marcie leaves behind her 3 daughters; Valerie Stuhr, Lisa Williams and Ashley Williams; her son, John Harris Jr. and daughter-in-law Dorothy Harris; her 3 sisters; Kathy Boggs, Connie Franklin and Bonnie Fout; a brother, Danny Fout; 5 grandchildren; Joshua Harris, Delaney Stuhr, Joe Harris, Olyvia Williams, and Nova Williams; 2 great-grandchildren; Evangeline Harris and John Henry Harris; 1 great-grandchild on the way, and a lot more family.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Harris Sr., 2 of her brothers, Luther Horsley and Robert Horsley, her daughter, Rebecca Lee and her grandson, Tanner Stuhr.&nbsp;The family chose cremation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;A memorial has been established in her name.&nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Marcie Harris  (1945-2021)

Darlene June Ryschon, daughter of Walter &amp; Clara Copeland-Foster was born June 27, 1934 at Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; She passed away on March 13, 2021.&nbsp; Darlene was the 10th&nbsp;child of a family of 11 and the last to survive of her family.&nbsp; She attended grade school at Kewanee and graduated from Valentine High School in May of 1952.&nbsp; She attended summer school at Chadron State College for 2 summers earning a Rural Teacher Degree.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darlene taught District 52 for 2 terms.&nbsp; In June of 1954 she married the love of her life Maynard (Mick) Ryschon.

They worked on various ranches in the Burke, South Dakota and Valentine, Nebraska area.&nbsp; They were blessed with two children Gerald (Jerry) Joseph and Debra June.&nbsp;&nbsp; They bought a home in Valentine in 1962 and she worked as a wool presser at Davey’s &amp; Ideal Cleaners for 9 years.&nbsp; She was dental assist for Dr Hartman for 1 year before he moved away.&nbsp; &nbsp;Darlene was employed at the Valentine Clinic as a Receptionist for four doctors for 18 years.&nbsp; Darlene enjoyed loving and meeting people.&nbsp;

They sold their home in 1992 and moved to the Ryschon Homestead which had been in the family over 100 years.&nbsp; Darlene enjoyed her home in the country for 14 years until her husband Mick’s death in 2006.&nbsp; She moved to an apartment in Valentine for 2006-2017.&nbsp; She then moved to Cherry Hills Estates.&nbsp; Darlene always enjoyed writing, eventually writing the Story of Her Life and dedicated it to her children and grand children.&nbsp; She wrote many poems and memoires about her parents, grandson Logan, 6 sisters and 4 brothers, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; This helped her through the loving absence of her family.&nbsp;

Darlene never complained of being lonely, just kept busy with her writings, family history, embroidering, cross-word puzzles and solitaire, reading daily the upper-room, and bible, Church and funeral committee, visiting friends at Pineview and Cherry Hills, hosting family dinners, game shows, and baking.&nbsp; She was a member of the Valentine United Methodist Church for over 70 years.&nbsp;

Darlene was proceeded in death by her parents, brothers: Darrel, Clair, Clem, Hugh and sisters: Minnie Woods, Mary Kluender, Irene Haase, Elsie Nagel, Ruth Frauen, and Janice Long; and grandson Logan DeVoogd.&nbsp; 

She is survived by Jerry (Debra)Ryschon of Valentine, NE, Debbie (Rick) DeVoogd of Marion, IA; grandchildren Corrie Ellis, Rocky Face, GA Darcy Zach of Omaha, NE, Lindsay (Craig) Frerichs of Omaha, NE, Lanie (Justin) Schutz of Elwood, NE; greatgrandchildren Kayla and Annie Ellis, Ava, Jordyn, and Talon Frerichs, Davyn and Cameryn Zach, and&nbsp; Tanner DeVoogd and Greyson Schutz; brother-in-law Otto Frauen and Sister-in-law Martha Foster; and&nbsp; many nieces and nephews whom she kept in touch with; plus a host of great friends.&nbsp; They all knew she loved them dearly.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Services will be held at the United Methodist Church in Valentine, NE at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 18th. 2021 with burial following at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on March 17th, 2021 at 4:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Sandoz Chapel of the Pines was in charge of the services.

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 </figure>Darlene June Ryschon, daughter of Walter &amp; Clara Copeland-Foster was born June 27, 1934 at Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; She passed away on March 13, 2021.&nbsp; Darlene was the 10th&nbsp;child of a family of 11 and the last to survive of her family.&nbsp; She attended grade school at Kewanee and graduated from Valentine High School in May of 1952.&nbsp; She attended summer school at Chadron State College for 2 summers earning a Rural Teacher Degree.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darlene taught District 52 for 2 terms.&nbsp; In June of 1954 she married the love of her life Maynard (Mick) Ryschon.They worked on various ranches in the Burke, South Dakota and Valentine, Nebraska area.&nbsp; They were blessed with two children Gerald (Jerry) Joseph and Debra June.&nbsp;&nbsp; They bought a home in Valentine in 1962 and she worked as a wool presser at Davey’s &amp; Ideal Cleaners for 9 years.&nbsp; She was dental assist for Dr Hartman for 1 year before he moved away.&nbsp; &nbsp;Darlene was employed at the Valentine Clinic as a Receptionist for four doctors for 18 years.&nbsp; Darlene enjoyed loving and meeting people.&nbsp;They sold their home in 1992 and moved to the Ryschon Homestead which had been in the family over 100 years.&nbsp; Darlene enjoyed her home in the country for 14 years until her husband Mick’s death in 2006.&nbsp; She moved to an apartment in Valentine for 2006-2017.&nbsp; She then moved to Cherry Hills Estates.&nbsp; Darlene always enjoyed writing, eventually writing the Story of Her Life and dedicated it to her children and grand children.&nbsp; She wrote many poems and memoires about her parents, grandson Logan, 6 sisters and 4 brothers, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; This helped her through the loving absence of her family.&nbsp;Darlene never complained of being lonely, just kept busy with her writings, family history, embroidering, cross-word puzzles and solitaire, reading daily the upper-room, and bible, Church and funeral committee, visiting friends at Pineview and Cherry Hills, hosting family dinners, game shows, and baking.&nbsp; She was a member of the Valentine United Methodist Church for over 70 years.&nbsp;Darlene was proceeded in death by her parents, brothers: Darrel, Clair, Clem, Hugh and sisters: Minnie Woods, Mary Kluender, Irene Haase, Elsie Nagel, Ruth Frauen, and Janice Long; and grandson Logan DeVoogd.&nbsp; She is survived by Jerry (Debra)Ryschon of Valentine, NE, Debbie (Rick) DeVoogd of Marion, IA; grandchildren Corrie Ellis, Rocky Face, GA Darcy Zach of Omaha, NE, Lindsay (Craig) Frerichs of Omaha, NE, Lanie (Justin) Schutz of Elwood, NE; greatgrandchildren Kayla and Annie Ellis, Ava, Jordyn, and Talon Frerichs, Davyn and Cameryn Zach, and&nbsp; Tanner DeVoogd and Greyson Schutz; brother-in-law Otto Frauen and Sister-in-law Martha Foster; and&nbsp; many nieces and nephews whom she kept in touch with; plus a host of great friends.&nbsp; They all knew she loved them dearly.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services will be held at the United Methodist Church in Valentine, NE at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 18th. 2021 with burial following at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.&nbsp; Visitation will be on March 17th, 2021 at 4:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Sandoz Chapel of the Pines was in charge of the services.

Darlene June Ryschon  (1934-2021)

Joan Bridgett Schmid, age 86, of Oshkosh, Nebraska passed away peacefully at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Cheyenne, Wyoming on March 10,2021 from natural causes.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Oshkosh, Nebraska with Deacon Dixon Powers officiating.&nbsp; Services will begin with the rosary, with a funeral service to immediately follow.&nbsp; Burial will be held in St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 300 West 4th, Oshkosh, Ne.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh, NE is serving the Schmid family.

Joan was born on April 4, 1934 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Meng) Nozicka in Sioux County, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended rural grade schools in Sioux, Thomas and Custer counties in Nebraska.&nbsp; She graduated from Broken Bow High School in Broken Bow, Nebraska.

On June 25, 1955 Joan married Alfred Schmid.&nbsp; Together they raised sons, Kevin and Robert.&nbsp; Most of their married life they ranched in Garden County, Oshkosh, Ne.&nbsp;&nbsp; She worked at Nebraska State Bank in Oshkosh for many years as well as volunteering many years at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church.

After Alfred passed away on February 19,2004, Joan shared living with her son Kevin in Cheyenne, Wyoming, during the winter months.

Joan is survived by her sons Kevin and Robert, as well as their children, and by four sisters; Fran of Montana, Marge of Hastings, NE, Rose and Luella of Minnesota; three brothers, James and Leo of Arizona and Paul of Grand Island, NE.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, one sister Phyllis, two brothers Martin and Don

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 </figure>Joan Bridgett Schmid, age 86, of Oshkosh, Nebraska passed away peacefully at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Cheyenne, Wyoming on March 10,2021 from natural causes.Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Oshkosh, Nebraska with Deacon Dixon Powers officiating.&nbsp; Services will begin with the rosary, with a funeral service to immediately follow.&nbsp; Burial will be held in St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church.Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 300 West 4th, Oshkosh, Ne.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh, NE is serving the Schmid family.Joan was born on April 4, 1934 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Meng) Nozicka in Sioux County, Nebraska.&nbsp; She attended rural grade schools in Sioux, Thomas and Custer counties in Nebraska.&nbsp; She graduated from Broken Bow High School in Broken Bow, Nebraska.On June 25, 1955 Joan married Alfred Schmid.&nbsp; Together they raised sons, Kevin and Robert.&nbsp; Most of their married life they ranched in Garden County, Oshkosh, Ne.&nbsp;&nbsp; She worked at Nebraska State Bank in Oshkosh for many years as well as volunteering many years at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church.After Alfred passed away on February 19,2004, Joan shared living with her son Kevin in Cheyenne, Wyoming, during the winter months.Joan is survived by her sons Kevin and Robert, as well as their children, and by four sisters; Fran of Montana, Marge of Hastings, NE, Rose and Luella of Minnesota; three brothers, James and Leo of Arizona and Paul of Grand Island, NE.Joan was preceded in death by her parents, one sister Phyllis, two brothers Martin and Don

Joan Bridgett Schmid  (1934-2021)

Salud Ibarra Aguado, age 55, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;

He was born on December 10, 1965 in El Fresno De Guadalupe, Mpio. Puruandiro Michoacan, Mexico, to Gabriel Ibarra and Ana Maria Aguado (Orozco) Cisneros.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Salud was united in marriage to Maria N. Gutierrez Magana on September 13, 1990 in Mexcio.&nbsp;&nbsp;Two children were blessed to this union: Yanet and Isaac.&nbsp;They made their home in Michoacan, Mexico.&nbsp;&nbsp;Salud moved to Lexington, Nebraska in 2003 to start a better life, with his family following him in 2007.&nbsp;&nbsp;Once his family settled in Lexington, Salud worked for Paulsen, Inc., working with the paving crew for over 15 years until he had to retire from health issues.&nbsp;

Salud loved spending time with his friends and family.&nbsp;He enjoyed singing Karaoke and was a handy man who could fix about anything in his own way.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a very religious man who was a Jehovah Witness and was a faithful member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehova’s Witnesses in Lexington, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Salud was a loyal servant of the Lord and his favorite bible passage was Isaiah 25:8.&nbsp;

“He will swallow up death forever,&nbsp;And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces... For Jehovah himself has spoken it.”

Salud has left a tremendous legacy of love, and faith to his family.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Maria of Lexington, NE; his children, Yanet (Abel) Curiel of Lexington, NE and Isaac (Yunuen) Ibarra of Lexington, NE; two grandchildren, Henry and Richard Curiel; mother, Ana Maria Aguado of Mexico; six brothers: Abel, Gabriel, Cruz, Juvenal and Juan Ibarra Aguado; seven sisters, Elvira, Rosa, Eloina, Lidia, Maria De Los Angeles, from Crete Nebraska, Teresa and Josefina Ibarra Aguado from Rifle, Colorado; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his father, Gabriel Ibarra Cisneros and father in law, Gonzalo Gutierrez Magana.&nbsp;

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 from 1-4 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, NE.&nbsp;

Face coverings are required to enter the funeral home&nbsp;

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

Salud Ibarra Aguado, age 55, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;He was born on December 10, 1965 in El Fresno De Guadalupe, Mpio. Puruandiro Michoacan, Mexico, to Gabriel Ibarra and Ana Maria Aguado (Orozco) Cisneros.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Salud was united in marriage to Maria N. Gutierrez Magana on September 13, 1990 in Mexcio.&nbsp;&nbsp;Two children were blessed to this union: Yanet and Isaac.&nbsp;They made their home in Michoacan, Mexico.&nbsp;&nbsp;Salud moved to Lexington, Nebraska in 2003 to start a better life, with his family following him in 2007.&nbsp;&nbsp;Once his family settled in Lexington, Salud worked for Paulsen, Inc., working with the paving crew for over 15 years until he had to retire from health issues.&nbsp;Salud loved spending time with his friends and family.&nbsp;He enjoyed singing Karaoke and was a handy man who could fix about anything in his own way.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a very religious man who was a Jehovah Witness and was a faithful member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehova’s Witnesses in Lexington, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Salud was a loyal servant of the Lord and his favorite bible passage was Isaiah 25:8.&nbsp;“He will swallow up death forever,&nbsp;And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces... For Jehovah himself has spoken it.”Salud has left a tremendous legacy of love, and faith to his family.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Maria of Lexington, NE; his children, Yanet (Abel) Curiel of Lexington, NE and Isaac (Yunuen) Ibarra of Lexington, NE; two grandchildren, Henry and Richard Curiel; mother, Ana Maria Aguado of Mexico; six brothers: Abel, Gabriel, Cruz, Juvenal and Juan Ibarra Aguado; seven sisters, Elvira, Rosa, Eloina, Lidia, Maria De Los Angeles, from Crete Nebraska, Teresa and Josefina Ibarra Aguado from Rifle, Colorado; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father, Gabriel Ibarra Cisneros and father in law, Gonzalo Gutierrez Magana.&nbsp;A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 from 1-4 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, NE.&nbsp;Face coverings are required to enter the funeral home&nbsp;Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, NE is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Salud Ibarra Aguado  (1965-2021)

Bennie G. Desmond, formerly of McCook, Nebraska passed away at Decatur Health in Oberlin, Kansas on March 9, 2021.&nbsp; He was 91 years old.&nbsp; 

He entered this world on February 11, 1930 to Harry F. and Georgia L. (Fisher) Desmond.&nbsp;

At a very young age, Bennie enlisted in the Army in 1946.&nbsp; He was inducted and served 18 months in Manilla in the Philippian Islands being honorably discharged in October 1947.&nbsp; He later joined the US Navy serving on the USS DeHaven in Korea from January 1952 till December 1955 when he was honorably discharged.&nbsp;

Bennie returned to McCook, Nebraska where he worked for the Bureau of Reclamation.&nbsp; He moved to Omaha, Nebraska where he attended Barber School in 1947.&nbsp; He married Rosalie M. Palmer on July 24, 1951.&nbsp; To this union 3 children were born:&nbsp; Bennie Jr., Dannie and Marilyn.&nbsp; They would have celebrated their 70th&nbsp;Anniversary this year.&nbsp; In 1964 he moved to Cambridge, Nebraska to raise his family and work as a barber for Coonie Miller.

In the 80’s Bennie and Rose moved to McCook, Nebraska and opened West Side Beauty and Barber Shop until they retired.&nbsp; Bennie had many jobs in his life but cutting hair and telling stories was his passion along with working side by side with his wife.&nbsp; Bennie was a former member of the Cambridge Fire Department and one of the first EMT’s in the State of Nebraska.&nbsp; Bennie enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with his camper.&nbsp; He had many walleye head angler certificates.&nbsp; Most of all, he loved following his children’s and grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; He was an avid fan of baseball and one of his favorite memories was in 2012 when his sons took him to Chicago to watch the Cubs play his beloved Yankees.&nbsp; The game went 10 innings and to his enjoyment the Yankees won.&nbsp; Bennie was an enthusiastic Husker football fan when they were winning!! He also enjoyed working on his lawn and in his garden.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry F. Desmond and Georgia L. (Fisher) Desmond; his in-laws: Earl “Jackie” and Lizzy Belle (Bates) Palmer; brothers-in-law Darrell Palmer, Jerry Bennett; sister-in-law Ila (LeRoy) Potter and Gail (Gail) Kasson.

Bennie is survived by his wife Rosalie “Rose” Desmond of Oberlin, KS; sons Bennie Jr. and wife Rhonda of Torrington, WY, Dannie and wife Terri of Lincoln, NE; daughter: Marilyn and husband Steve Diederich of Oberlin KS; grandchildren: Jennifer (Jeremy) Gehle, Dirk (Sarah) Desmond, Morgan (Amy) Desmond, David Desmond, Colt (Erika) Diederich, Brandi (Evan) McConnell, Spring (Kerry) Louderback, Ryan (Arlie) Diederich; great grandchildren; Deacon Gehle, Sam and Brody Desmond,&nbsp; Grace, Ayden, Easton Desmond, Dexton, Chett and Charley Diederich, Stella and Nora McConnell, Gemma and Knox Louderback, Gus and Patton Diederich; brother Robert “Bob” (Catherine) of Loveland, CO; and his nieces and a nephew, and a host of friends.

In keeping with Bennie’s request for cremation, a memorial service will be held at the McCook Christian Church in McCook, NE on Friday, March 19th, at 10:30 am with Reverend Clark Bates.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, NE at 2:00 pm on March 19, 2021 with Military Honors.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be left in Bennie’s name to either the McCook Legion Baseball program or the Good Samaritan Society of Oberlin, KS.&nbsp; 

Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Bennie G. Desmond, formerly of McCook, Nebraska passed away at Decatur Health in Oberlin, Kansas on March 9, 2021.&nbsp; He was 91 years old.&nbsp; He entered this world on February 11, 1930 to Harry F. and Georgia L. (Fisher) Desmond.&nbsp;At a very young age, Bennie enlisted in the Army in 1946.&nbsp; He was inducted and served 18 months in Manilla in the Philippian Islands being honorably discharged in October 1947.&nbsp; He later joined the US Navy serving on the USS DeHaven in Korea from January 1952 till December 1955 when he was honorably discharged.&nbsp;Bennie returned to McCook, Nebraska where he worked for the Bureau of Reclamation.&nbsp; He moved to Omaha, Nebraska where he attended Barber School in 1947.&nbsp; He married Rosalie M. Palmer on July 24, 1951.&nbsp; To this union 3 children were born:&nbsp; Bennie Jr., Dannie and Marilyn.&nbsp; They would have celebrated their 70th&nbsp;Anniversary this year.&nbsp; In 1964 he moved to Cambridge, Nebraska to raise his family and work as a barber for Coonie Miller.In the 80’s Bennie and Rose moved to McCook, Nebraska and opened West Side Beauty and Barber Shop until they retired.&nbsp; Bennie had many jobs in his life but cutting hair and telling stories was his passion along with working side by side with his wife.&nbsp; Bennie was a former member of the Cambridge Fire Department and one of the first EMT’s in the State of Nebraska.&nbsp; Bennie enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with his camper.&nbsp; He had many walleye head angler certificates.&nbsp; Most of all, he loved following his children’s and grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; He was an avid fan of baseball and one of his favorite memories was in 2012 when his sons took him to Chicago to watch the Cubs play his beloved Yankees.&nbsp; The game went 10 innings and to his enjoyment the Yankees won.&nbsp; Bennie was an enthusiastic Husker football fan when they were winning!! He also enjoyed working on his lawn and in his garden.He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry F. Desmond and Georgia L. (Fisher) Desmond; his in-laws: Earl “Jackie” and Lizzy Belle (Bates) Palmer; brothers-in-law Darrell Palmer, Jerry Bennett; sister-in-law Ila (LeRoy) Potter and Gail (Gail) Kasson.Bennie is survived by his wife Rosalie “Rose” Desmond of Oberlin, KS; sons Bennie Jr. and wife Rhonda of Torrington, WY, Dannie and wife Terri of Lincoln, NE; daughter: Marilyn and husband Steve Diederich of Oberlin KS; grandchildren: Jennifer (Jeremy) Gehle, Dirk (Sarah) Desmond, Morgan (Amy) Desmond, David Desmond, Colt (Erika) Diederich, Brandi (Evan) McConnell, Spring (Kerry) Louderback, Ryan (Arlie) Diederich; great grandchildren; Deacon Gehle, Sam and Brody Desmond,&nbsp; Grace, Ayden, Easton Desmond, Dexton, Chett and Charley Diederich, Stella and Nora McConnell, Gemma and Knox Louderback, Gus and Patton Diederich; brother Robert “Bob” (Catherine) of Loveland, CO; and his nieces and a nephew, and a host of friends.In keeping with Bennie’s request for cremation, a memorial service will be held at the McCook Christian Church in McCook, NE on Friday, March 19th, at 10:30 am with Reverend Clark Bates.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, NE at 2:00 pm on March 19, 2021 with Military Honors.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Bennie’s name to either the McCook Legion Baseball program or the Good Samaritan Society of Oberlin, KS.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook, NE entrusted with arrangements.

Bennie G. Desmond  (1930-2021)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma Elizabeth Young was born on April 5, 1935 at Grand Island, Nebraska to Jense P. and Henrietta (Lewis) Jensen.&nbsp; As a youngster, she grew up in the Grand Island area and attended school there. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On July 20, 1955, Alma married Richard R. Bethke in Grand Island, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple lived in several different locations and settled in North Platte, Nebraska while raising their family.&nbsp; Richard passed away in December of 1984. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma married Jim H. Young on May 16, 1990.&nbsp;&nbsp;Alma and Jim settled in Delta, Colorado and then in Stratton, Nebraska where they purchased the Stratton Hotel.&nbsp; The couple made Stratton their home and owned operated the hotel for many years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma loved fishing and never passed up an opportunity to try her luck.&nbsp; She enjoyed day tripping, traveling to someplace new, taking in the sites and museums and returning that evening.&nbsp; She especially loved spending time and visiting with family.&nbsp; Alma was also very proud of obtaining her GED at the age of 50. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma passed away on Tuesday afternoon, March 9, 2021 at her home in Stratton, Nebraska surrounded by her family.&nbsp; She was 85 years of age. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Richard in 1984 and Jim in 2004; her daughter, Bonita Jensen; a grandson, Chance Ridgeway; two sisters and one brother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her daughters Shirley Lunk (Allen), Karin White (Jeff), and Patricia Strauss, all of Stratton, Nebraska; her son, Raymond Bethke of North Platte, Nebraska; 16 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and her sister Alice Jividen of Madras, Oregon. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday afternoon, March 20, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time at the Benkelman Memorial Chapel in Benkelman, Nebraska with Rev Rod Heilbrun officiating.&nbsp; There will be no visitation as Alma's wishes were for cremation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established to Alma's family for a future designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benkelman Memorial Chapel in Benkelman, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma Elizabeth Young was born on April 5, 1935 at Grand Island, Nebraska to Jense P. and Henrietta (Lewis) Jensen.&nbsp; As a youngster, she grew up in the Grand Island area and attended school there. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On July 20, 1955, Alma married Richard R. Bethke in Grand Island, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple lived in several different locations and settled in North Platte, Nebraska while raising their family.&nbsp; Richard passed away in December of 1984. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma married Jim H. Young on May 16, 1990.&nbsp;&nbsp;Alma and Jim settled in Delta, Colorado and then in Stratton, Nebraska where they purchased the Stratton Hotel.&nbsp; The couple made Stratton their home and owned operated the hotel for many years. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma loved fishing and never passed up an opportunity to try her luck.&nbsp; She enjoyed day tripping, traveling to someplace new, taking in the sites and museums and returning that evening.&nbsp; She especially loved spending time and visiting with family.&nbsp; Alma was also very proud of obtaining her GED at the age of 50. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma passed away on Tuesday afternoon, March 9, 2021 at her home in Stratton, Nebraska surrounded by her family.&nbsp; She was 85 years of age. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Alma was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Richard in 1984 and Jim in 2004; her daughter, Bonita Jensen; a grandson, Chance Ridgeway; two sisters and one brother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her daughters Shirley Lunk (Allen), Karin White (Jeff), and Patricia Strauss, all of Stratton, Nebraska; her son, Raymond Bethke of North Platte, Nebraska; 16 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; and her sister Alice Jividen of Madras, Oregon. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be held on Saturday afternoon, March 20, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time at the Benkelman Memorial Chapel in Benkelman, Nebraska with Rev Rod Heilbrun officiating.&nbsp; There will be no visitation as Alma's wishes were for cremation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established to Alma's family for a future designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benkelman Memorial Chapel in Benkelman, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements.

Alma Elizabeth Young  (1935-2021)

Sheila Marlene Jobman, age 76 of Omaha, Nebraska, formerly of Gothenburg, Nebraska, passed away on March 10, 2021 in Omaha, NE. She was the third of four children born to Alan Ray and Florence&nbsp; Mary (Behms) at Imperial, Nebraska.

Sheila was raised on the family farm 3 miles southeast of Lamar, Nebraska and graduated from Chase County High School in Imperial, Nebraska with the class of 1961. Then she continued her education at Kearney State College (now the University of Nebraska at&nbsp;Kearney). After 2 years of college, she began teaching in Lexington, Nebraska and continued her college education with summer school and night classes in order to graduate from Kearney State College in a total of 5 years while teaching for 3 years during those 5 years. She married Gerald Jobman on December 26, 1965 at Lexington, Nebraska and moved onto the family farm northeast of Gothenburg where Gerald was raised in December 1967. Sheila and Gerald became the parents of two children: Tregg Robert and Tracy Kay. In 1995 they moved into Gothenburg, retiring from farming, and then moved to Omaha in 2016 to be closer to their son.

Sheila loved learning and found that computers were very fascinating and spent many hours on her "Mac" computers. Teaching adults over 55 was a joy to her as she shared her knowledge of and love for computers with them. She also substitute taught for about 25 years in the computer department at the Gothenburg High School. Genealogy became a hobby that took her to many different states where her ancestors had lived. She enjoyed walking on what had once been the land of her ancestors and contemplate their life and what it meant to her life.

She was a 50-year member of the United Methodist Church, holding many offices in the First United Methodist Church of Gothenburg, running the sound system, creating power points for the worship services, and teaching many Bible studies. She also served as a Certified Lay Speaker in the United Methodist Church for over 30 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald (Jerry) Jobman; grandparents Charles and Agnes Cooper and Joe and Lena Behms; her parents Alan and Florence Cooper; her brother Gary; and infant sister, Sharon Kay.

Survivors include her son Tregg (Vicki) Jobman of Omaha, Nebraska and daughter Tracy (Rocky) D'Andrea of Dover, New Hampshire; nine grandchildren: Christy, Dan, Tim, Karissa, Savannah, and Cassie Jobman; Nick Lahowetz; Nick and Tony D'Andrea; also one great-granddaughter, Ava Jobman; her sister Linda (Jerry) Varilek of Lamar; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ron and Sandy Jobman of Kearney; aunts, Thelma Mathes of Aberdeen, South Dakota and Laura Knapp of Cortez, Colorado; in addition to extended family and friends.

Visitation will be Monday, March 22, 2021, 1:00PM - 6:00 PM at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE.

Funeral Services 10:30 am, Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sheila Marlene Jobman, age 76 of Omaha, Nebraska, formerly of Gothenburg, Nebraska, passed away on March 10, 2021 in Omaha, NE. She was the third of four children born to Alan Ray and Florence&nbsp; Mary (Behms) at Imperial, Nebraska. Sheila was raised on the family farm 3 miles southeast of Lamar, Nebraska and graduated from Chase County High School in Imperial, Nebraska with the class of 1961. Then she continued her education at Kearney State College (now the University of Nebraska at&nbsp;Kearney). After 2 years of college, she began teaching in Lexington, Nebraska and continued her college education with summer school and night classes in order to graduate from Kearney State College in a total of 5 years while teaching for 3 years during those 5 years. She married Gerald Jobman on December 26, 1965 at Lexington, Nebraska and moved onto the family farm northeast of Gothenburg where Gerald was raised in December 1967. Sheila and Gerald became the parents of two children: Tregg Robert and Tracy Kay. In 1995 they moved into Gothenburg, retiring from farming, and then moved to Omaha in 2016 to be closer to their son. Sheila loved learning and found that computers were very fascinating and spent many hours on her "Mac" computers. Teaching adults over 55 was a joy to her as she shared her knowledge of and love for computers with them. She also substitute taught for about 25 years in the computer department at the Gothenburg High School. Genealogy became a hobby that took her to many different states where her ancestors had lived. She enjoyed walking on what had once been the land of her ancestors and contemplate their life and what it meant to her life. She was a 50-year member of the United Methodist Church, holding many offices in the First United Methodist Church of Gothenburg, running the sound system, creating power points for the worship services, and teaching many Bible studies. She also served as a Certified Lay Speaker in the United Methodist Church for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald (Jerry) Jobman; grandparents Charles and Agnes Cooper and Joe and Lena Behms; her parents Alan and Florence Cooper; her brother Gary; and infant sister, Sharon Kay. Survivors include her son Tregg (Vicki) Jobman of Omaha, Nebraska and daughter Tracy (Rocky) D'Andrea of Dover, New Hampshire; nine grandchildren: Christy, Dan, Tim, Karissa, Savannah, and Cassie Jobman; Nick Lahowetz; Nick and Tony D'Andrea; also one great-granddaughter, Ava Jobman; her sister Linda (Jerry) Varilek of Lamar; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ron and Sandy Jobman of Kearney; aunts, Thelma Mathes of Aberdeen, South Dakota and Laura Knapp of Cortez, Colorado; in addition to extended family and friends. Visitation will be Monday, March 22, 2021, 1:00PM - 6:00 PM at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE. Funeral Services 10:30 am, Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sheila Marlene Jobman  (1944-2021)

Irene C. Gardner, age 89, of Elwood, Nebraska died Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the Elwood Care Center where she was a resident for twenty-two months.

She was born March 18, 1931, in Lexington, Nebraska to George and Matilda (Magnuson) Pinkerton. Irene grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School in 1948. On November 5, 1949 she married Gary Gardner at the United Methodist Church in Lexington.

Irene was a devoted homemaker, wife and mother. Irene was employed at Artistic Woven Labels in Holdrege, Nebraska for twenty-eight years and retired in 2003. Through the years Irene taught Sunday school, was a member of the Justa Extension Club, an assistant Girl Scout leader, a member of the E.M.A. Sorority and a member of the United Methodist Church of Lexington and Elwood.

Irene loved to spend time with her family. Over the years she spent countless hours entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and spoiled them rotten every chance she got. Irene made it clear to everyone that they were the light of her life. Irene also enjoyed spending time in her beautiful flower and herb gardens.

Survivors include her three children; Steve (Denise) Gardner of Smithfield, Nebraska, Susan (Kenneth) Skiles of Elwood, Nebraska and Vicky McGovern of Universal City, Texas; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, three sisters; Judi (Bill) Kyle of Missouri, Della Barnes of Texas, Mary (Cliff) Barnes of Lexington, Nebraska; one brother, Dale Pinkerton of Colorado; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Matilda; husband, Gary in 2002, four brothers; Gene, Leonard, Lewis and Glenn.

Graveside services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Elwood Cemetery with Pastor Soonil Park, officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the Elwood Care Center in Elwood, Nebraska.

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

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 </figure>Irene C. Gardner, age 89, of Elwood, Nebraska died Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the Elwood Care Center where she was a resident for twenty-two months.She was born March 18, 1931, in Lexington, Nebraska to George and Matilda (Magnuson) Pinkerton. Irene grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School in 1948. On November 5, 1949 she married Gary Gardner at the United Methodist Church in Lexington.Irene was a devoted homemaker, wife and mother. Irene was employed at Artistic Woven Labels in Holdrege, Nebraska for twenty-eight years and retired in 2003. Through the years Irene taught Sunday school, was a member of the Justa Extension Club, an assistant Girl Scout leader, a member of the E.M.A. Sorority and a member of the United Methodist Church of Lexington and Elwood.Irene loved to spend time with her family. Over the years she spent countless hours entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and spoiled them rotten every chance she got. Irene made it clear to everyone that they were the light of her life. Irene also enjoyed spending time in her beautiful flower and herb gardens.Survivors include her three children; Steve (Denise) Gardner of Smithfield, Nebraska, Susan (Kenneth) Skiles of Elwood, Nebraska and Vicky McGovern of Universal City, Texas; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, three sisters; Judi (Bill) Kyle of Missouri, Della Barnes of Texas, Mary (Cliff) Barnes of Lexington, Nebraska; one brother, Dale Pinkerton of Colorado; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Matilda; husband, Gary in 2002, four brothers; Gene, Leonard, Lewis and Glenn.Graveside services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Elwood Cemetery with Pastor Soonil Park, officiating.Memorials are suggested to the Elwood Care Center in Elwood, Nebraska.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Irene C. Gardner  (1931-2021)

Sylvia Violet Hall, age 98, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away at home surrounded by her family on March 13, 2021. Sylvia was born at Morgantown, West Virginia to Phillip and Mary (Blosser) Nuce on November 4, 1922.&nbsp; She graduated from Morgantown High School in 1940 and later got married and became a mom. On January 11, 1941, Sylvia married James Hall.&nbsp; They had 5 children and later divorced.&nbsp; On January 17, 1975, she wed Maurice Hunter and they eventually divorced.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte, Nebraska in 1994 where she was a member of the Berean Church. Sylvia had a good life.&nbsp; She enjoyed being home with the kids and faithfully read her Bible. She was preceded in death by her sons, Ricky and Timothy Hall; her parents, Phillip and Mary Nuce; infant sister, Loretta; and brothers, Melvin, Phillip, Jr., Warren and Ronald Nuce. Sylvia is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Paul) Thomas, of North Platte, Nebraska; sons, Perry (Cindy) Hall, of North Platte, Nebraska and Gerald (Suzanne)&nbsp;Hall, of Lawrenceville, Georgia; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 3&nbsp;great great-grandchildren and many other family members. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with George Cheek officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in&nbsp;the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Services will be recorded and posted to&nbsp;odeanchapel.com. Visitation will be prior to the service.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in&nbsp;charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sylvia Violet Hall, age 98, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away at home surrounded by her family on March 13, 2021. Sylvia was born at Morgantown, West Virginia to Phillip and Mary (Blosser) Nuce on November 4, 1922.&nbsp; She graduated from Morgantown High School in 1940 and later got married and became a mom. On January 11, 1941, Sylvia married James Hall.&nbsp; They had 5 children and later divorced.&nbsp; On January 17, 1975, she wed Maurice Hunter and they eventually divorced.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte, Nebraska in 1994 where she was a member of the Berean Church. Sylvia had a good life.&nbsp; She enjoyed being home with the kids and faithfully read her Bible. She was preceded in death by her sons, Ricky and Timothy Hall; her parents, Phillip and Mary Nuce; infant sister, Loretta; and brothers, Melvin, Phillip, Jr., Warren and Ronald Nuce. Sylvia is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Paul) Thomas, of North Platte, Nebraska; sons, Perry (Cindy) Hall, of North Platte, Nebraska and Gerald (Suzanne)&nbsp;Hall, of Lawrenceville, Georgia; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 3&nbsp;great great-grandchildren and many other family members. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with George Cheek officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in&nbsp;the North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Services will be recorded and posted to&nbsp;odeanchapel.com. Visitation will be prior to the service.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in&nbsp;charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sylvia Violet Hall  (1922-2021)

Verdena E. Knott, age 73, of North Platte, Nebraska died March 12, 2021 at Swedish Hospital in Denver, Colorado. She was born on February 8, 1948 in North Platte, Nebraska to Clarence and Ida (Haddock) Mathers.&nbsp; Verdena graduated from North Platte High School.&nbsp; On January 18, 1969, she married Douglas Knott in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple moved to Ogallala, Nebraska to help family ranch, then moved to Arthur, Nebraska to work on the Triangle Ranch.&nbsp; Later the couple moved to North Platte, Nebraska where Verdena stayed home to raise her family.

Verdena will be remembered for her unconditional love, loving fiercely and strong, and acting as the center of her family.&nbsp; She enjoyed crafting and baking, and spending time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She had an eye for measurement and only Dough could hang things straight.

Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Doug Knott of North Platte, Nebraska; three children, Todd Knott, Tracy (Kylee) Knott, and Tina (Justin) Petre, all of North Platte, Nebraska; 7 grandchildren, Ann (Benjamin) Martin of North Platte, NE, Kalab Knott of Lincoln, NE, Keegan (Alexis Bacon) Knott, Rylan Axtell, Izaiah Petre, Ayden Knott, and Ian Pitre, all of North Platte, NE; 4 great grandchildren, Lucas Martin, Nellie, Benjamin and Preston Knott; a brother, Daniel (Martha) Mathers of Maxwell, NE; a sister, Patricia Albers of Sidney, NE; and numerous other family members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Marlene and Karen; and a daughter-in-law, Terri Knott.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A memorial has been established to the Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation and online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be 11:30 Friday March 19, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with the Rev. Clint Walker officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The service will be live-streamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 12-7 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte.

Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Verdena E. Knott, age 73, of North Platte, Nebraska died March 12, 2021 at Swedish Hospital in Denver, Colorado. She was born on February 8, 1948 in North Platte, Nebraska to Clarence and Ida (Haddock) Mathers.&nbsp; Verdena graduated from North Platte High School.&nbsp; On January 18, 1969, she married Douglas Knott in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple moved to Ogallala, Nebraska to help family ranch, then moved to Arthur, Nebraska to work on the Triangle Ranch.&nbsp; Later the couple moved to North Platte, Nebraska where Verdena stayed home to raise her family.Verdena will be remembered for her unconditional love, loving fiercely and strong, and acting as the center of her family.&nbsp; She enjoyed crafting and baking, and spending time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She had an eye for measurement and only Dough could hang things straight.Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Doug Knott of North Platte, Nebraska; three children, Todd Knott, Tracy (Kylee) Knott, and Tina (Justin) Petre, all of North Platte, Nebraska; 7 grandchildren, Ann (Benjamin) Martin of North Platte, NE, Kalab Knott of Lincoln, NE, Keegan (Alexis Bacon) Knott, Rylan Axtell, Izaiah Petre, Ayden Knott, and Ian Pitre, all of North Platte, NE; 4 great grandchildren, Lucas Martin, Nellie, Benjamin and Preston Knott; a brother, Daniel (Martha) Mathers of Maxwell, NE; a sister, Patricia Albers of Sidney, NE; and numerous other family members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Marlene and Karen; and a daughter-in-law, Terri Knott.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established to the Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation and online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be 11:30 Friday March 19, 2021 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with the Rev. Clint Walker officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;The service will be live-streamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page.Visitation will be Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 12-7 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte.Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

 Verdena E. Knott  (1948-2021)

R. Jean Elson, age 91, of Curtis, Nebraska, died Friday, March 12, 2021 at Linden Court in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was born November 21, 1929 at home in Somerset township in Lincoln County, NE, daughter of John J. and Dorothy L. (Garner) Durner.

Jean graduated from country grade school in Lincoln County and attended high school at Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis from 1942-1946. She later taught at the Somerset, NE, country school for 2 years. Jean married George Elson, May 22, 1949 at Wellfleet, NE. They made their home on the farm north of Curtis for 25years where their three sons were born. They then moved to Curtis in 1974 Jean was a member of the United Methodist Church of Curtis and served on the area Senior Center board. Her first love was her family, followed by her church, golf and playing cards.

Survivors include her three sons, Lindy Elson, of Curtis, NE, Larry (Elaine) Elson of Curtis, NE, Terry (Judy) Elson of North Platte, NE; seven grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great grandchildren, "Special Adopted Son" Bob Mercer, sister in law, Evelyn Durner, along with many extended family and friends.

Jean was preceded in death by husband, George Linden Elson, Sr. on November 17, 1982; her parents John and Dorothy Durner; and sister and brother-in-law, Verona Joan (Jake) West; sister in law and brother in law Merna (Tom) Elson; sister in law and brother in law, Wilma (Fritz) Wolff; brother, Merle Durner; brother in law Earl Elson; nephew, Dale Elson; and niece Marilyn Cole.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021 from noon - 3:00 pm at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Curtis, Nebraska

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 </figure>R. Jean Elson, age 91, of Curtis, Nebraska, died Friday, March 12, 2021 at Linden Court in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born November 21, 1929 at home in Somerset township in Lincoln County, NE, daughter of John J. and Dorothy L. (Garner) Durner.Jean graduated from country grade school in Lincoln County and attended high school at Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis from 1942-1946. She later taught at the Somerset, NE, country school for 2 years. Jean married George Elson, May 22, 1949 at Wellfleet, NE. They made their home on the farm north of Curtis for 25years where their three sons were born. They then moved to Curtis in 1974 Jean was a member of the United Methodist Church of Curtis and served on the area Senior Center board. Her first love was her family, followed by her church, golf and playing cards.Survivors include her three sons, Lindy Elson, of Curtis, NE, Larry (Elaine) Elson of Curtis, NE, Terry (Judy) Elson of North Platte, NE; seven grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great grandchildren, "Special Adopted Son" Bob Mercer, sister in law, Evelyn Durner, along with many extended family and friends.Jean was preceded in death by husband, George Linden Elson, Sr. on November 17, 1982; her parents John and Dorothy Durner; and sister and brother-in-law, Verona Joan (Jake) West; sister in law and brother in law Merna (Tom) Elson; sister in law and brother in law, Wilma (Fritz) Wolff; brother, Merle Durner; brother in law Earl Elson; nephew, Dale Elson; and niece Marilyn Cole.&nbsp;Visitation will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021 from noon - 3:00 pm at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Curtis, NebraskaServices will be held Friday, March 19, 2021, 10:00 AM&nbsp; at United Methodist Church in North Platte,&nbsp; Nebraska with Pastor Doug Delp officiating.&nbsp;Interment will take place at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens south of North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church of Curtis or the Curtis Senior Center.

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