&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin Lynn Shine was born on January 10, 1968 in Marlbough, Massachusetts and died on November 20, 2020 in Lincoln, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Later in life, Robin found her way to North Platte, Nebraska and she has called it home since 1998. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin loved her friends and considered them her family.&nbsp; Gibbs, Roxy, and Bear owned her heart and had her wrapped around their paws.&nbsp; She was a devoted Green Bay Packer and Husker fan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin had a loving heart and generous spirit.&nbsp; That generousity was seen through her active participation in the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary as a member and local officer since 2003. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin was preceded in death by her life partner, Tim Sandoval; both parents; and her siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;There will be a celebration of Robin's life on December 20, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. at the Eagle's Club, 620 N. Chestnut Street, North Plate, Nebraska.&nbsp; Please bring your stories and pictures if&nbsp; you want to.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin Lynn Shine was born on January 10, 1968 in Marlbough, Massachusetts and died on November 20, 2020 in Lincoln, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Later in life, Robin found her way to North Platte, Nebraska and she has called it home since 1998. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin loved her friends and considered them her family.&nbsp; Gibbs, Roxy, and Bear owned her heart and had her wrapped around their paws.&nbsp; She was a devoted Green Bay Packer and Husker fan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin had a loving heart and generous spirit.&nbsp; That generousity was seen through her active participation in the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary as a member and local officer since 2003. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Robin was preceded in death by her life partner, Tim Sandoval; both parents; and her siblings. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;There will be a celebration of Robin's life on December 20, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. at the Eagle's Club, 620 N. Chestnut Street, North Plate, Nebraska.&nbsp; Please bring your stories and pictures if&nbsp; you want to.

Robin Lynn Shine  (1968-2020)

Catherine A. (Boyle) Henry, age 81, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away November 24, 2020, at Great Plains Health. She was born January 18, 1939 to John and Beatrice (Hoatson) Boyle in Sutherland, Nebraska.

She grew up on the family farm south of Sutherland and attended school in Paxton, Nebraska graduating from Paxton High School.&nbsp; After graduating from high school, Cathy moved to North Platte, Nebraska and was employed by Northwestern Bell Telephone Co.

Cathy married James L. Henry on May 12, 1962 in Paxton. To this union five children were born, Mark, Susan, Jo, Brenda and Leigh Anne. Jim and Cathy made their home in North Platte. Cathy was a homemaker raising her five children and later working at Kmart, Kids Korner Daycare and then her own in- home daycare.

The loves of Cathy’s life were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren also being Grandma Cathy to the many children she babysat and helped raise.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jim; her parents; brother, Robert Boyle; sisters, Louise Connolly and Frances Macke and a son-in-law, Kelly Smith.

She is survived&nbsp; by her children, son, Mark (Teresa) Henry; daughters, Susan (Kent) Kugler, Jo Smith, Brenda McClellen and Leigh Anne Henry; grandsons, Derek Smith, Ryan (Haley) Smith, Jacob (Shelby Madsen) McClellen; granddaughters, Megan (Marcus) Doughty, Cassi (Tyler) Corey, Sarah (Jeff) Soula, Selena (Christian) Myers, Jennifer (Tyler Heglin) McClellen and Emma Henry;&nbsp; great grandchildren Parker, Riley, Emerson and Jack Doughty, Benjamin and Sadie Soula and many nieces and nephews and family.

Private family Mass of the Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 28, 2020, with Rosary prior to service. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska at 1:00p.m. on Monday, November 30, 2020. Visitation and Book signing will be Friday, November 27, 2020 from Noon until 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family and designated at later date. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The service will be live streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those that cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Catherine A. (Boyle) Henry, age 81, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away November 24, 2020, at Great Plains Health. She was born January 18, 1939 to John and Beatrice (Hoatson) Boyle in Sutherland, Nebraska.She grew up on the family farm south of Sutherland and attended school in Paxton, Nebraska graduating from Paxton High School.&nbsp; After graduating from high school, Cathy moved to North Platte, Nebraska and was employed by Northwestern Bell Telephone Co.Cathy married James L. Henry on May 12, 1962 in Paxton. To this union five children were born, Mark, Susan, Jo, Brenda and Leigh Anne. Jim and Cathy made their home in North Platte. Cathy was a homemaker raising her five children and later working at Kmart, Kids Korner Daycare and then her own in- home daycare.The loves of Cathy’s life were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren also being Grandma Cathy to the many children she babysat and helped raise.She is preceded in death by her husband, Jim; her parents; brother, Robert Boyle; sisters, Louise Connolly and Frances Macke and a son-in-law, Kelly Smith.She is survived&nbsp; by her children, son, Mark (Teresa) Henry; daughters, Susan (Kent) Kugler, Jo Smith, Brenda McClellen and Leigh Anne Henry; grandsons, Derek Smith, Ryan (Haley) Smith, Jacob (Shelby Madsen) McClellen; granddaughters, Megan (Marcus) Doughty, Cassi (Tyler) Corey, Sarah (Jeff) Soula, Selena (Christian) Myers, Jennifer (Tyler Heglin) McClellen and Emma Henry;&nbsp; great grandchildren Parker, Riley, Emerson and Jack Doughty, Benjamin and Sadie Soula and many nieces and nephews and family.Private family Mass of the Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 28, 2020, with Rosary prior to service. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska at 1:00p.m. on Monday, November 30, 2020. Visitation and Book signing will be Friday, November 27, 2020 from Noon until 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family and designated at later date. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The service will be live streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those that cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Catherine A. Henry  (1939-2020)

Mary Jean was born November 24th, 1926 to Olin Arthur and Inez Reike Ravenscroft in Blairstown (Benton County), Iowa on the family farm.&nbsp; She had six older brothers:&nbsp; Willis, Myron, Francis, Donald, James, and Calvin; and a younger sister Ruth was born in 1931.&nbsp; In 1930, Olin and Inez Ravenscroft and their growing family migrated from Iowa to the Sandhills of Nebraska.&nbsp; During the first ten years, they lived somewhat of a nomadic life, leasing and living on several ranches.&nbsp; These included the “Black Place” 13 miles southwest of Dunning on Wild Horse Flat in Logan County, the “Haney Place” near Hyannis in Grant County, the “Stinsman Place” and the “Sillesen/Morgan Ranch” (both near Arthur in Arthur County), and the “Box T/Christopher Ranch” west of Brownlee in Cherry County.&nbsp; Living conditions on these leased places during the Depression years of the 1930’s was often crowded and primitive.

In 1940, Olin Ravenscroft and his family were offered opportunity to purchase the John Bachelor ranch on Boardman Creek in Cherry County.&nbsp; Finally, their hard work, sacrifice, prudence, and providence converged, and the Ravenscrofts had found a home at last.&nbsp; The new ranch was called the Cross O.&nbsp; Jean was 13 years old when they moved there, and it was “home” to her until her marriage at the age of 23.

Jean and her brothers rode horseback to country schools during her elementary years.&nbsp; She remembered being 15 years old and hearing about the December 7th, 1941 bombings at Pearl Harbor on a car radio, while coming home from visiting neighbors.&nbsp; Three of her brothers, Myron, Francis, and Donald served in the military during World War II.

Jean fulfilled her early high school education through home school correspondence courses, and then boarded in Valentine for her last two years, graduating in 1945.&nbsp; She went to the University of Nebraska for two years, majoring in music. Though she loved to sing, she soon realized her true calling and went to the Mary Lanning School of Nursing in Hastings for three years, graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1950.

While in nursing school, she got horribly sunburned one summer day, to the point of actually feeling ill.&nbsp; Two weeks after the sunburn experience, she developed a terrible headache and stiff neck one night while working.&nbsp; The next morning, she went to church with a friend, but could hardly stand the sitting, kneeling, and standing routine.&nbsp; On Monday morning she went to a doctor.&nbsp; When he asked her to bring her head down to her chest or lift up her knees, she couldn’t respond.&nbsp; She was put in isolation, and for three days she lay there nearly totally paralyzed, especially from the waist down.&nbsp; She did a lot of praying and singing during that time, and committed her life to the Lord’s service, no matter the outcome of the polio.&nbsp; “I will serve you from a wheelchair; I am yours.”&nbsp; From that point on Jean had great peace, and believes her healing began.&nbsp; By day five she was moving again, though weak and with great effort.&nbsp; On day ten they let her get on a bus and go home to the ranch.&nbsp; “Home” on the ranch was a healing balm, and she regained her strength to get back to school and only miss three weeks of training.

Jean had first met her husband-to-be while attending the University of Nebraska in 1947.&nbsp; John Adam McCrory was a young veterinarian from Greenville, Alabama who had served in the Army during World War II.&nbsp; He had come to Lincoln to get his Master’s Degree to further his expertise as a veterinarian.&nbsp; Jean Ravenscroft and John McCrory were married March 19th, 1950.

John McCrory, DVM and Jean Ravenscroft McCrory, RN pursued their chosen professions in both Nebraska and Alabama for the next several years.&nbsp; They had four children:&nbsp; Julie, born in 1952; John in 1953; Carol in 1957; and Joy was born in 1961.&nbsp; While living in Alabama, John McCrory died unexpectedly on January 13th, 1963.&nbsp; Jean’s desperate prayer was, “Lord, I can’t raise four children by myself.”&nbsp; She heard a nearly audible voice in her spirit say, “You won’t be alone.&nbsp; I will be with you.”&nbsp; Her Lord Jesus was her strength and peace to carry her through.

As the spring wore on, and details and loose ends were tied up, Jean decided to move back to Nebraska after school let out.&nbsp; Her brother Willis offered her and her four children an empty house on his Three Bar Ranch south of Nenzel.&nbsp; The ranch would be a good place to raise her family, with the benefits of country living.

Jean’s brother Willis and his wife Marjorie were acquainted with a ranching neighbor whose wife had died in 1964, and they introduced Jean to Royal McGaughey.&nbsp; Sparks flew, and Royal and Jean were married on December 28th, 1968.&nbsp; Jean and her four children moved to Royal’s ranch south of Eli, Nebraska, four miles south of the Niobrara River.&nbsp; The kids attended schools in Valentine, Merriman, and Gordon through the years.&nbsp; The ranch was “home” until 1991, when it was sold, and Royal and Jean moved to a townhouse in Gordon.&nbsp; Royal died in 2002.&nbsp; Jean continued living in Gordon until 2015, when she moved to an apartment house in Valentine.&nbsp; Her sister, Ruth Holm from North Platte, had lost her husband also, and she lived in an adjoining apartment.&nbsp; For several years both ladies went to Arizona to spend about three months each winter.

Jean was a very good nurse, and she influenced many others to also become nurses.&nbsp; This includes all three of her daughters, one granddaughter, and at least one niece. Through the years Jean nursed in hospitals in Alabama and Nebraska, she assisted her veterinarian husband, and gave medical advice and assistance to all her neighbors, friends and family.&nbsp; Jean delivered one neighbor’s baby in a car on the way to the hospital, and she rode with another who did barely get there in time. She taught Red Cross first-aid and CPR and was on the Gordon Hospital Board for many years.

Mary Jean Ravenscroft McCrory McGaughey passed from this life on November 21st of 2020, just three days shy of her 94th birthday, with her three daughters at her side.&nbsp; 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Olin and Inez Ravenscroft; all six of her brothers:&nbsp; Willis, Myron, Francis, Donald, James, and Calvin Ravenscroft; her sister, Ruth Holm; husband John Adam McCrory; and husband Royal Moody McGaughey.&nbsp; 

She is survived by son, John Olin (Rhonda) McCrory; daughters:&nbsp; Julie (Terry) Pitkin, Carol (Steve) Moreland, and Joy (Craig) Miles; nine grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Winnie (Calvin) Ravenscroft, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

Jean has taken her Christian commitment very seriously and has been an outstanding prayer warrior.&nbsp; She has had a “hotline to Heaven,” knew how to use it, and has prayed her friends and relatives through many dilemmas.&nbsp; Sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ for whom she lived, in word and deed, many lives were influenced by her teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and Bible studies.&nbsp; Rest in Peace, Grandma Jean.

Visitation will be held Monday, November 30, 2020 from 5 to 7 PM (MT) at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, in Gordon, Nebraska and Tuesday at the Berean Bible Church in Valentine, Nebraska from 6 to 8 PM (CT). Family graveside services will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.

A memorial has been established for the Tri-State Cowboy Museum in Gordon, the One Way Mission of Kilgore or Valentine or the Berean Bible Church in Valentine and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Mary Jean was born November 24th, 1926 to Olin Arthur and Inez Reike Ravenscroft in Blairstown (Benton County), Iowa on the family farm.&nbsp; She had six older brothers:&nbsp; Willis, Myron, Francis, Donald, James, and Calvin; and a younger sister Ruth was born in 1931.&nbsp; In 1930, Olin and Inez Ravenscroft and their growing family migrated from Iowa to the Sandhills of Nebraska.&nbsp; During the first ten years, they lived somewhat of a nomadic life, leasing and living on several ranches.&nbsp; These included the “Black Place” 13 miles southwest of Dunning on Wild Horse Flat in Logan County, the “Haney Place” near Hyannis in Grant County, the “Stinsman Place” and the “Sillesen/Morgan Ranch” (both near Arthur in Arthur County), and the “Box T/Christopher Ranch” west of Brownlee in Cherry County.&nbsp; Living conditions on these leased places during the Depression years of the 1930’s was often crowded and primitive.In 1940, Olin Ravenscroft and his family were offered opportunity to purchase the John Bachelor ranch on Boardman Creek in Cherry County.&nbsp; Finally, their hard work, sacrifice, prudence, and providence converged, and the Ravenscrofts had found a home at last.&nbsp; The new ranch was called the Cross O.&nbsp; Jean was 13 years old when they moved there, and it was “home” to her until her marriage at the age of 23.Jean and her brothers rode horseback to country schools during her elementary years.&nbsp; She remembered being 15 years old and hearing about the December 7th, 1941 bombings at Pearl Harbor on a car radio, while coming home from visiting neighbors.&nbsp; Three of her brothers, Myron, Francis, and Donald served in the military during World War II.Jean fulfilled her early high school education through home school correspondence courses, and then boarded in Valentine for her last two years, graduating in 1945.&nbsp; She went to the University of Nebraska for two years, majoring in music. Though she loved to sing, she soon realized her true calling and went to the Mary Lanning School of Nursing in Hastings for three years, graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1950.While in nursing school, she got horribly sunburned one summer day, to the point of actually feeling ill.&nbsp; Two weeks after the sunburn experience, she developed a terrible headache and stiff neck one night while working.&nbsp; The next morning, she went to church with a friend, but could hardly stand the sitting, kneeling, and standing routine.&nbsp; On Monday morning she went to a doctor.&nbsp; When he asked her to bring her head down to her chest or lift up her knees, she couldn’t respond.&nbsp; She was put in isolation, and for three days she lay there nearly totally paralyzed, especially from the waist down.&nbsp; She did a lot of praying and singing during that time, and committed her life to the Lord’s service, no matter the outcome of the polio.&nbsp; “I will serve you from a wheelchair; I am yours.”&nbsp; From that point on Jean had great peace, and believes her healing began.&nbsp; By day five she was moving again, though weak and with great effort.&nbsp; On day ten they let her get on a bus and go home to the ranch.&nbsp; “Home” on the ranch was a healing balm, and she regained her strength to get back to school and only miss three weeks of training.Jean had first met her husband-to-be while attending the University of Nebraska in 1947.&nbsp; John Adam McCrory was a young veterinarian from Greenville, Alabama who had served in the Army during World War II.&nbsp; He had come to Lincoln to get his Master’s Degree to further his expertise as a veterinarian.&nbsp; Jean Ravenscroft and John McCrory were married March 19th, 1950.John McCrory, DVM and Jean Ravenscroft McCrory, RN pursued their chosen professions in both Nebraska and Alabama for the next several years.&nbsp; They had four children:&nbsp; Julie, born in 1952; John in 1953; Carol in 1957; and Joy was born in 1961.&nbsp; While living in Alabama, John McCrory died unexpectedly on January 13th, 1963.&nbsp; Jean’s desperate prayer was, “Lord, I can’t raise four children by myself.”&nbsp; She heard a nearly audible voice in her spirit say, “You won’t be alone.&nbsp; I will be with you.”&nbsp; Her Lord Jesus was her strength and peace to carry her through.As the spring wore on, and details and loose ends were tied up, Jean decided to move back to Nebraska after school let out.&nbsp; Her brother Willis offered her and her four children an empty house on his Three Bar Ranch south of Nenzel.&nbsp; The ranch would be a good place to raise her family, with the benefits of country living.Jean’s brother Willis and his wife Marjorie were acquainted with a ranching neighbor whose wife had died in 1964, and they introduced Jean to Royal McGaughey.&nbsp; Sparks flew, and Royal and Jean were married on December 28th, 1968.&nbsp; Jean and her four children moved to Royal’s ranch south of Eli, Nebraska, four miles south of the Niobrara River.&nbsp; The kids attended schools in Valentine, Merriman, and Gordon through the years.&nbsp; The ranch was “home” until 1991, when it was sold, and Royal and Jean moved to a townhouse in Gordon.&nbsp; Royal died in 2002.&nbsp; Jean continued living in Gordon until 2015, when she moved to an apartment house in Valentine.&nbsp; Her sister, Ruth Holm from North Platte, had lost her husband also, and she lived in an adjoining apartment.&nbsp; For several years both ladies went to Arizona to spend about three months each winter.Jean was a very good nurse, and she influenced many others to also become nurses.&nbsp; This includes all three of her daughters, one granddaughter, and at least one niece. Through the years Jean nursed in hospitals in Alabama and Nebraska, she assisted her veterinarian husband, and gave medical advice and assistance to all her neighbors, friends and family.&nbsp; Jean delivered one neighbor’s baby in a car on the way to the hospital, and she rode with another who did barely get there in time. She taught Red Cross first-aid and CPR and was on the Gordon Hospital Board for many years.Mary Jean Ravenscroft McCrory McGaughey passed from this life on November 21st of 2020, just three days shy of her 94th birthday, with her three daughters at her side.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, Olin and Inez Ravenscroft; all six of her brothers:&nbsp; Willis, Myron, Francis, Donald, James, and Calvin Ravenscroft; her sister, Ruth Holm; husband John Adam McCrory; and husband Royal Moody McGaughey.&nbsp; She is survived by son, John Olin (Rhonda) McCrory; daughters:&nbsp; Julie (Terry) Pitkin, Carol (Steve) Moreland, and Joy (Craig) Miles; nine grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Winnie (Calvin) Ravenscroft, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.Jean has taken her Christian commitment very seriously and has been an outstanding prayer warrior.&nbsp; She has had a “hotline to Heaven,” knew how to use it, and has prayed her friends and relatives through many dilemmas.&nbsp; Sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ for whom she lived, in word and deed, many lives were influenced by her teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and Bible studies.&nbsp; Rest in Peace, Grandma Jean.Visitation will be held Monday, November 30, 2020 from 5 to 7 PM (MT) at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, in Gordon, Nebraska and Tuesday at the Berean Bible Church in Valentine, Nebraska from 6 to 8 PM (CT). Family graveside services will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.A memorial has been established for the Tri-State Cowboy Museum in Gordon, the One Way Mission of Kilgore or Valentine or the Berean Bible Church in Valentine and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Mary Jean McGaughey  (1926-2020)

Blaine M. Araujo, age 21, of Hastings, Nebraska formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 23, 2020, at his home in Hastings.

He was born on February 19, 1999 in Lexington, Nebraska to Brent and Jolene (Reed) Araujo. Blaine attended Sandoz Elementary School in Lexington and then Lexington Middle School before moving to Hastings in 2013 and graduating from Hastings High School with the class of 2018.

Blaine loved his computer and watching movies, which he owned hundreds of DVD’s. &nbsp;He enjoyed watching WWE Wrestling, watching music concerts and playing hunting games, which he knew every species of duck and goose in the area. Blaine also had a large collection of Godzilla figures.

Blaine always looked forward to his trips to the Omaha Zoo and the Wildlife Safari Park with a stop at Bass Pro Shop afterwards. He would plan these trips to the exact day, six months in advanced.

He had a contagious laugh and enjoyed connecting and being with his family and close friends. You always knew where you stood with Blaine, good or bad, but he had a softer side with a very loving personality. He also had a special relationship with his greyhound dog, Remmington.

Blaine is survived by his mother, Jolene and husband Shawn Paulson of Hastings and his father, Brent Araujo of Lexington; his brother, Brandon and wife Clarissa Araujo of Lexington; step-brother, Michael Paulson of Hastings and step-sister, Kayla Paulson of Hastings; grandparents, Dennis and wife Nancy Reed of Lexington, Clayton Paulson of Hastings and Jeannette and husband Bill Barker of Hastings; two uncles, Dennis Reed and Scott Reed both of Cozad; cousins, Ava Paulson of Hastings and Alicia Reed and her daughter, Korra both of Florida; as well as extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cruz Araujo and Donna Flint.

A Celebration Of Life Service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Chaplain Lonna Grabenstein, officiating. For the safety of all attendees, face coverings are recommended.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home.

Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

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

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 </figure>Blaine M. Araujo, age 21, of Hastings, Nebraska formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 23, 2020, at his home in Hastings.He was born on February 19, 1999 in Lexington, Nebraska to Brent and Jolene (Reed) Araujo. Blaine attended Sandoz Elementary School in Lexington and then Lexington Middle School before moving to Hastings in 2013 and graduating from Hastings High School with the class of 2018.Blaine loved his computer and watching movies, which he owned hundreds of DVD’s. &nbsp;He enjoyed watching WWE Wrestling, watching music concerts and playing hunting games, which he knew every species of duck and goose in the area. Blaine also had a large collection of Godzilla figures.Blaine always looked forward to his trips to the Omaha Zoo and the Wildlife Safari Park with a stop at Bass Pro Shop afterwards. He would plan these trips to the exact day, six months in advanced.He had a contagious laugh and enjoyed connecting and being with his family and close friends. You always knew where you stood with Blaine, good or bad, but he had a softer side with a very loving personality. He also had a special relationship with his greyhound dog, Remmington.Blaine is survived by his mother, Jolene and husband Shawn Paulson of Hastings and his father, Brent Araujo of Lexington; his brother, Brandon and wife Clarissa Araujo of Lexington; step-brother, Michael Paulson of Hastings and step-sister, Kayla Paulson of Hastings; grandparents, Dennis and wife Nancy Reed of Lexington, Clayton Paulson of Hastings and Jeannette and husband Bill Barker of Hastings; two uncles, Dennis Reed and Scott Reed both of Cozad; cousins, Ava Paulson of Hastings and Alicia Reed and her daughter, Korra both of Florida; as well as extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cruz Araujo and Donna Flint.A Celebration Of Life Service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska with Chaplain Lonna Grabenstein, officiating. For the safety of all attendees, face coverings are recommended.Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home.Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington.Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Blaine Michael Araujo  (1999-2020)

Barbara Ann (Jones) Hixson, age 82, of McCook, Nebraska passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 at Community Hospital in McCook.&nbsp; She was born on October 9, 1938 in Wauneta, Nebraska the daughter of the late, Eugene W. Jones and Anna E. (Hixon) Jones.

Barbara grew up in McCook, Nebraska and attended the McCook city schools, she graduated from McCook High School with the class of 1957.&nbsp; On October 4, 1955, Barbara married Harry E. Hixson at Pickens, South Carolina.&nbsp;

Barbara was a member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook.&nbsp; She loved her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She always raised a large garden and loved to work in her flowers.&nbsp; Barbara did genealogy and spent many hours crocheting.&nbsp; She also loved spending time at the trailer at Lake Ogallala and fishing.&nbsp; Barbara and Harry enjoyed traveling together, the couple took several trips to Canada as well as some overseas.

She was preceded in death by parents; daughter, Catherin Myers; grandson, Angus Myers; two brothers, William E. Jones and James R. Jones; and sister-in-law, Nancy Jones.

Survivors include her husband, Harry of McCook; daughters, Debra K. Maris and husband, Gerald of Culbertson, Nebraska; Peggy J. Savage of Omaha, Nebraska; and Linda L. Koetter of McCook; son-in-law, Arden Myers of McCook; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Barbara chose cremation and a private family service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to her family for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.

Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Barbara Ann (Jones) Hixson, age 82, of McCook, Nebraska passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 at Community Hospital in McCook.&nbsp; She was born on October 9, 1938 in Wauneta, Nebraska the daughter of the late, Eugene W. Jones and Anna E. (Hixon) Jones.Barbara grew up in McCook, Nebraska and attended the McCook city schools, she graduated from McCook High School with the class of 1957.&nbsp; On October 4, 1955, Barbara married Harry E. Hixson at Pickens, South Carolina.&nbsp;Barbara was a member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook.&nbsp; She loved her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She always raised a large garden and loved to work in her flowers.&nbsp; Barbara did genealogy and spent many hours crocheting.&nbsp; She also loved spending time at the trailer at Lake Ogallala and fishing.&nbsp; Barbara and Harry enjoyed traveling together, the couple took several trips to Canada as well as some overseas.She was preceded in death by parents; daughter, Catherin Myers; grandson, Angus Myers; two brothers, William E. Jones and James R. Jones; and sister-in-law, Nancy Jones.Survivors include her husband, Harry of McCook; daughters, Debra K. Maris and husband, Gerald of Culbertson, Nebraska; Peggy J. Savage of Omaha, Nebraska; and Linda L. Koetter of McCook; son-in-law, Arden Myers of McCook; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.Barbara chose cremation and a private family service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to her family for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Barbara Ann Hixson  (1938-2020)

Tyson&nbsp;Trosper, age 29, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Bryan East in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 22, 2020.

Tyson was born to Doris Trosper and Russell Dytrych on February 10, 1991 in North Platte, where he grew up. When he was done with school, Tyson moved to Colorado.

While in Colorado he met the love of his life, Amber Grentz, and they had two children, Trinity and Cooper, and made their home in North Platte, Nebraska. Tyson started Trosper Pest Control earlier this year and enjoyed his work and the people he met.

Tyson had a great love for sports and the outdoors. He was on a golf league at Iron Eagle and liked watching his favorite teams, Huskers, Broncos and Colorado Avalanche. He was also a great outdoors man who loved being around a lake, fishing, camping and hiking.

Tyson was an amazing son, brother, father, friend and loving partner. He leaves behind a great love for music which he shared with his kids.

He is survived by his parents, Russell Dytrych and Doris Trosper, the love of his life, Amber Grentz and children, Cooper and Trinity Trosper, all of North Platte, Nebraska; brothers, Jason Trosper, of North Platte and Tyler Trosper (fiancée, Jordan Swaim) of Statesville, NC; sisters, Kelsie Trosper (Shane Freihage) and future nephew, of North Platte and Megan Trosper (Joe Wolters), of Omaha; grandmothers, Phyllis Hastings, of North Platte and Bonnie Dytrych, of Cozad; his best friends, Cory Sullivan, Josh Sheffield, John Rice, Garret Nesiba, Alan Sullivan, Jobito Pembleton and Jayden Neal; as well as many other friends and family members.

Tyson was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Bill Hastings, Stanley Dytrych and Paul Trosper; and friend, Anthony May.

Cremation was chosen. Celebration of Life will be Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska. The memorial book can be signed online at odeanchapel.com or before the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the family for Tyson's children.

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 </figure>Tyson&nbsp;Trosper, age 29, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Bryan East in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 22, 2020.Tyson was born to Doris Trosper and Russell Dytrych on February 10, 1991 in North Platte, where he grew up. When he was done with school, Tyson moved to Colorado.While in Colorado he met the love of his life, Amber Grentz, and they had two children, Trinity and Cooper, and made their home in North Platte, Nebraska. Tyson started Trosper Pest Control earlier this year and enjoyed his work and the people he met.Tyson had a great love for sports and the outdoors. He was on a golf league at Iron Eagle and liked watching his favorite teams, Huskers, Broncos and Colorado Avalanche. He was also a great outdoors man who loved being around a lake, fishing, camping and hiking.Tyson was an amazing son, brother, father, friend and loving partner. He leaves behind a great love for music which he shared with his kids.He is survived by his parents, Russell Dytrych and Doris Trosper, the love of his life, Amber Grentz and children, Cooper and Trinity Trosper, all of North Platte, Nebraska; brothers, Jason Trosper, of North Platte and Tyler Trosper (fiancée, Jordan Swaim) of Statesville, NC; sisters, Kelsie Trosper (Shane Freihage) and future nephew, of North Platte and Megan Trosper (Joe Wolters), of Omaha; grandmothers, Phyllis Hastings, of North Platte and Bonnie Dytrych, of Cozad; his best friends, Cory Sullivan, Josh Sheffield, John Rice, Garret Nesiba, Alan Sullivan, Jobito Pembleton and Jayden Neal; as well as many other friends and family members.Tyson was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Bill Hastings, Stanley Dytrych and Paul Trosper; and friend, Anthony May.Cremation was chosen. Celebration of Life will be Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska. The memorial book can be signed online at odeanchapel.com or before the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the family for Tyson's children.

Tyson Trosper  (1991-2020)

Lloyd Lyle Speicher, age 97, of St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska, died on November 23, 2020.&nbsp; Lloyd was born on November 27, 1922, in Wray, Colorado to Jesse C Speicher and Mary V. “Saville” Speicher.

He graduated from High School in Wray, Colorado then graduated from Kearney State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska with a 4 year teaching degree. Later he did 27 graduate hours. Lloyd served in the United States Air Force, as Corporal, serving in World War II. He taught school for 3 years in Holyoke, Colorado and 27 years in the North Platte Public School system as a 6th&nbsp;grade teacher, retiring in 1988. He was a very respected teacher and always remembered his students’ names. Lloyd was a member of the Nazarene Church of North Platte, and the Diamond K Kiwanis Club. He was very active in church ministry as a worship song leader, choir director, Sunday School teacher, and Church Board Member. He loved helping his friends and neighbors, especially mowing their lawns. He served as on call Chaplain for Great Plains Regional Medical Center for about 15 years until he was 90 years of age and served as president of Lincoln County Historical Society for several years, while doing volunteer work for the museum.

Lloyd married Geraldine Day on December 22, 1946. To this union 3 sons were born; David L. Speicher, Daryl E. Speicher and Darwin L. Speicher.&nbsp;&nbsp; Geraldine passed away in 1980. Then Lloyd married Jennie (Downing) Crow on July 3, 1984.&nbsp; She passed away in 1991.

Survivors include sons; David L. (Kathy) Speicher, Darwin L. (Cindy) Speicher, stepdaughter; Virginia (Milo) Anderson Bauder, stepsons; Stanley D. (Donna) Crow and Marvin B. (Donita) Crow; 9 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren and many great-great grandchildren, and wonderful nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents Jesse C. and Mary V. Speicher, wives Geraldine and Jennie, son Daryl, grandson Christian, brothers Harold (Ruth) Speicher, Bernard (Ilene) Speicher, Gordon (Cathy) Speicher, and sisters Esther (Orville) Winter and Irma (Jack) Sloniker.

Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene, North Platte, Nebraska with the Rev. David Speicher and Rev. Darwin Speicher officiating. Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene in North Platte, Nebraska.

Book signing will be from noon to 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, with family greeting friends from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

The service will also be livestreamed via Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Online condolences and sharing of memories can be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>&nbsp;Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

CDC Covid 19 guidelines will be respected and therefore social distancing and wearing a mask is required.

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 </figure>Lloyd Lyle Speicher, age 97, of St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska, died on November 23, 2020.&nbsp; Lloyd was born on November 27, 1922, in Wray, Colorado to Jesse C Speicher and Mary V. “Saville” Speicher.He graduated from High School in Wray, Colorado then graduated from Kearney State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska with a 4 year teaching degree. Later he did 27 graduate hours. Lloyd served in the United States Air Force, as Corporal, serving in World War II. He taught school for 3 years in Holyoke, Colorado and 27 years in the North Platte Public School system as a 6th&nbsp;grade teacher, retiring in 1988. He was a very respected teacher and always remembered his students’ names. Lloyd was a member of the Nazarene Church of North Platte, and the Diamond K Kiwanis Club. He was very active in church ministry as a worship song leader, choir director, Sunday School teacher, and Church Board Member. He loved helping his friends and neighbors, especially mowing their lawns. He served as on call Chaplain for Great Plains Regional Medical Center for about 15 years until he was 90 years of age and served as president of Lincoln County Historical Society for several years, while doing volunteer work for the museum.Lloyd married Geraldine Day on December 22, 1946. To this union 3 sons were born; David L. Speicher, Daryl E. Speicher and Darwin L. Speicher.&nbsp;&nbsp; Geraldine passed away in 1980. Then Lloyd married Jennie (Downing) Crow on July 3, 1984.&nbsp; She passed away in 1991.Survivors include sons; David L. (Kathy) Speicher, Darwin L. (Cindy) Speicher, stepdaughter; Virginia (Milo) Anderson Bauder, stepsons; Stanley D. (Donna) Crow and Marvin B. (Donita) Crow; 9 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren and many great-great grandchildren, and wonderful nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by parents Jesse C. and Mary V. Speicher, wives Geraldine and Jennie, son Daryl, grandson Christian, brothers Harold (Ruth) Speicher, Bernard (Ilene) Speicher, Gordon (Cathy) Speicher, and sisters Esther (Orville) Winter and Irma (Jack) Sloniker.Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene, North Platte, Nebraska with the Rev. David Speicher and Rev. Darwin Speicher officiating. Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene in North Platte, Nebraska.Book signing will be from noon to 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, Nebraska, with family greeting friends from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.The service will also be livestreamed via Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Online condolences and sharing of memories can be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>&nbsp;Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.CDC Covid 19 guidelines will be respected and therefore social distancing and wearing a mask is required.

Lloyd Lyle Speicher  (1922-2020)

Ardis (Jo) Ginapp, age 91, of North Platte, Nebraska died on November 21, 2020 in Cozad, Nebraska. She was born November 21, 1929, in North Platte, Nebraska to Joseph and Audrey Beaucamp Pearson.

Ardis married Quentin Ginapp in 1950. To this union 2 sons were born; Kenneth and Michael. Ardis taught school west of Cozad, while living on the ranch south of Brady, Nebraska; moving to North Platte in 1973. They owned Ginapp Town and Country Realty Business. She was a member of the Catholic Community in North Platte for many years. Remembered as a Christian above all else, putting Jesus above all, served in the church as a Eucharistic Minister.

Survivors include: 2 sons, Kenneth Ginapp, North Platte, Nebraska, Michael (Mary) Ginapp, Stapleton, Nebraska; grandchildren; Tony Ginapp, Kearney, Nebraska, and John Thomas (Misty) Ginapp, Oklahoma; great-grandchildren; Bishop Ginapp, Jada Gentrya niece; Judy Beveridge of Omaha, Nebraska; and special friends; Michael &amp; Joan Davis, North Platte, NE.

Preceded in death by her parents, husband and infant son “Little Joe”, siblings; Walter Ward, Macelle (Jim) Beveridge and Odeda Saulsbury.

Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 01, 2020, at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with the Deacon Michael Davis officiating. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment-Trust Inc: https://apps.npcschools.org/donate-now.

The service will also be livestreamed via Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Online condolences and sharing of memories can be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>

CDC Covid 19 guidelines will be respected and therefore social distancing and wearing a mask is required

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 </figure>Ardis (Jo) Ginapp, age 91, of North Platte, Nebraska died on November 21, 2020 in Cozad, Nebraska. She was born November 21, 1929, in North Platte, Nebraska to Joseph and Audrey Beaucamp Pearson.Ardis married Quentin Ginapp in 1950. To this union 2 sons were born; Kenneth and Michael. Ardis taught school west of Cozad, while living on the ranch south of Brady, Nebraska; moving to North Platte in 1973. They owned Ginapp Town and Country Realty Business. She was a member of the Catholic Community in North Platte for many years. Remembered as a Christian above all else, putting Jesus above all, served in the church as a Eucharistic Minister.Survivors include: 2 sons, Kenneth Ginapp, North Platte, Nebraska, Michael (Mary) Ginapp, Stapleton, Nebraska; grandchildren; Tony Ginapp, Kearney, Nebraska, and John Thomas (Misty) Ginapp, Oklahoma; great-grandchildren; Bishop Ginapp, Jada Gentrya niece; Judy Beveridge of Omaha, Nebraska; and special friends; Michael &amp; Joan Davis, North Platte, NE.Preceded in death by her parents, husband and infant son “Little Joe”, siblings; Walter Ward, Macelle (Jim) Beveridge and Odeda Saulsbury.Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 01, 2020, at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with the Deacon Michael Davis officiating. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment-Trust Inc: https://apps.npcschools.org/donate-now.The service will also be livestreamed via Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Online condolences and sharing of memories can be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>CDC Covid 19 guidelines will be respected and therefore social distancing and wearing a mask is required

Ardis "Jo" Ginapp  (1929-2020)

Roscella was born June 3, 1937 to Royal and Thelma (Geiser) Snyder at Round Valley north of Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; They&nbsp;lived at East Weissert and Comstock in Nebraska. Rose graduated from Comstock High School. After graduation she went to Broken Bow and worked for Buzz &amp; Betty at the Hobbler Café.&nbsp; The coffee men couldn’t remember her name, so they nicknamed her Rose and that stuck with her the rest of her life.

In June 1955, she married Don Baker, Sr and to this union four children were born. Christine, Don, Jr, Pamela, and Samuel. Later they were divorced, and the kids and Rose moved to Merna, Nebraska and they lived there until all the kids graduated from High School.

Rose moved to Broken Bow and worked at the Heritage Inn, Elks Club, and the Tumbleweed Café, a job she really enjoyed.

Rose is preceded in death by her parents Royal and Thelma Snyder, sister and brother-in-law Irene and Morris Fisher.

Rose is survived by children Christine Sittler of Mullen, Don (Jeanine) Baker of Brewster, Pamela (Cecil) Coons of Mullen, and Samuel (Sherry) Baker of North Platte, 11 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and one on the way, brothers and sister Darlene (Bert) Watson, Clifford (Suanne) Snyder, and Robert (Geri) Snyder.

Family Funeral service will be Saturday, November 28th&nbsp;at 2:00 pm at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE with Pastor Matt Fowler officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>. Burial will be at 3:00 pm, the Public is welcome to attend in the Broken Bow Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, November 27th&nbsp;from 9:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday, November 28th&nbsp;9:00 to Noon at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed for words of encouragement or remembrance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>. Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

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 </figure>Roscella was born June 3, 1937 to Royal and Thelma (Geiser) Snyder at Round Valley north of Broken Bow, Nebraska.&nbsp; They&nbsp;lived at East Weissert and Comstock in Nebraska. Rose graduated from Comstock High School. After graduation she went to Broken Bow and worked for Buzz &amp; Betty at the Hobbler Café.&nbsp; The coffee men couldn’t remember her name, so they nicknamed her Rose and that stuck with her the rest of her life.In June 1955, she married Don Baker, Sr and to this union four children were born. Christine, Don, Jr, Pamela, and Samuel. Later they were divorced, and the kids and Rose moved to Merna, Nebraska and they lived there until all the kids graduated from High School.Rose moved to Broken Bow and worked at the Heritage Inn, Elks Club, and the Tumbleweed Café, a job she really enjoyed.Rose is preceded in death by her parents Royal and Thelma Snyder, sister and brother-in-law Irene and Morris Fisher.Rose is survived by children Christine Sittler of Mullen, Don (Jeanine) Baker of Brewster, Pamela (Cecil) Coons of Mullen, and Samuel (Sherry) Baker of North Platte, 11 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and one on the way, brothers and sister Darlene (Bert) Watson, Clifford (Suanne) Snyder, and Robert (Geri) Snyder.Family Funeral service will be Saturday, November 28th&nbsp;at 2:00 pm at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE with Pastor Matt Fowler officiating. The service will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>. Burial will be at 3:00 pm, the Public is welcome to attend in the Broken Bow Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, November 27th&nbsp;from 9:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday, November 28th&nbsp;9:00 to Noon at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed for words of encouragement or remembrance at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothes.com/">www.govierbrothes.com</a>. Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

Rose Baker  (1937-2020)

Ely James Dehart, age 14, of Ansley, Nebraska passed away on November 19, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hosptial in Kearney, Nebraska.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Oconto Community Building in Oconto, Nebraska.&nbsp; The public is encouraged to participate outside the community Center.&nbsp; A sound system will be in place for the public during the service.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Ely James Dehart Family at 1012 Edmunds St, Ansley, NE&nbsp; 68814.

Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

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 </figure>Ely James Dehart, age 14, of Ansley, Nebraska passed away on November 19, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hosptial in Kearney, Nebraska.A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Oconto Community Building in Oconto, Nebraska.&nbsp; The public is encouraged to participate outside the community Center.&nbsp; A sound system will be in place for the public during the service.Visitation will be held on Friday, November 27, 2020 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Ely James Dehart Family at 1012 Edmunds St, Ansley, NE&nbsp; 68814.Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.com.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

Ely James Dehart  (2006-2020)

Glenn George Bartels was born the youngest of 5 children on May 14, 1939 to George and Helen Bartels in Peetz, Colorado.&nbsp; He graduated from Peetz High School in 1957 where he was actively involved with the school’s FFA program.&nbsp; After graduating, he attended Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, Colorado where he met his beloved wife Carol, and the two were married on August 21, 1960.&nbsp; Glenn later transferred to Colorado State University and earned his degree in Vocational Agriculture.&nbsp; The couple moved to Mitchell, Nebraska in 1961 Where Glenn held his first and only teaching position. While at Mitchell, Glenn expanded the FFA program to the largest it has ever been.&nbsp; In 1963 they welcomed their first child Mike.&nbsp; In 1965, Glenn, Carol, and Mike moved to North Platte, Nebraska where he worked as a land appraiser for the John Hancock Insurance, CO.&nbsp; In the spring of 1966, Glenn was making a call on the First State Bank in Gothenburg, Nebraska and the bank president, Earl VanSteenburg, offered him a job.&nbsp; The family moved to Gothenburg that summer and were greeted later that year by their second child Kevin, and in 1973, third child Scott joined the family.&nbsp; In 1974, Glenn became the president of First State Bank and held that position for 20 years.

Glenn was very active in community affairs and development.&nbsp; Glenn was active in the First United Methodist Church, the Lion’s Club, the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, a founding member of the Gothenburg Improvement Company (GIC), the Knights of AKSARBEN, and the Nebraska Diplomats.

Glenn’s first major community accomplishment was being a member of the hospital board and was instrumental in the building of a new hospital, which today has become one of the most successful in the area.&nbsp; Through his work with the hospital board, Glenn was instrumental in the recruitment of numerous doctors and&nbsp; other health professionals.&nbsp; As a member of the GIC, Glenn was instrumental in the recruitment of Farmland Industries, Goshen Rubber Company, Baldwin Filters, Frito-Lay, and a host of other businesses and individuals.&nbsp; All of Glenn’s community involvement helped with Gothenburg being named an All American City.&nbsp; One of Glenn’s crowning achievements was the building of the Gothenburg Senior Center.&nbsp; Through his own mother, Glenn saw the need for a place for Gothenburg’s senior citizens to congregate.&nbsp; This need was so great that through fundraising, Glenn was able to secure funding for the entire project in just a few days!

Glenn’s community activism and recruitment efforts resulted in numerous awards from the GIC, the Dawson Area Development, the Knights of AKSARBEN, and the Nebraska Diplomat’s prestigious “Sowers Award” given for his extraordinary ability to bring business and industry to Nebraska.&nbsp; His recruitment activities never ceased as numerous family vacations, at some point, involved him “selling” Nebraska or Gothenburg!&nbsp; In fact, shortly after having triple bypass heart surgery, Glenn found out one of the PA’s was finishing her training and was actively trying to recruit her to Gothenburg!&nbsp; In retirement, Glenn used his gift of gab and landed the perfect job working for the Nebraska Department of Tourism.&nbsp; Glenn loved Gothenburg and worked to improve the community until he no longer could.

Glenn is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Genevieve McKinney and Dorothy Davis, grandson Shaun, and special nieces and nephews Larry Davis and Mark and Cindy Fleming. 

Glenn is survived by his beloved wife Carol of 60 years, sons Mike (Linda), Kevin (Becky), and Scott (Wendy), grandchildren Steve, Elizabeth, CC, Ali, Michael, Ty, Addison, Maria and Trey, and great grandchildren Hayden, Shelby, Finley, Jaxx, and Ethan, and two sisters Etta (Kenneth) Williams and Marlene “Corky” (Kenneth) Fleming.

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Sunday, November 29, 2020, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm with the family present from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.

Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:30 am with Pastor Grace Gichuru officiating. The funeral will be live streamed and the link can be found under Glenns name on www.blasestrauser.com. Masks are required and all CDC guidelines and current DHM's will be followed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Interment will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the family for a scholarship that is being created in Glenn's name.

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 </figure>Glenn George Bartels was born the youngest of 5 children on May 14, 1939 to George and Helen Bartels in Peetz, Colorado.&nbsp; He graduated from Peetz High School in 1957 where he was actively involved with the school’s FFA program.&nbsp; After graduating, he attended Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, Colorado where he met his beloved wife Carol, and the two were married on August 21, 1960.&nbsp; Glenn later transferred to Colorado State University and earned his degree in Vocational Agriculture.&nbsp; The couple moved to Mitchell, Nebraska in 1961 Where Glenn held his first and only teaching position. While at Mitchell, Glenn expanded the FFA program to the largest it has ever been.&nbsp; In 1963 they welcomed their first child Mike.&nbsp; In 1965, Glenn, Carol, and Mike moved to North Platte, Nebraska where he worked as a land appraiser for the John Hancock Insurance, CO.&nbsp; In the spring of 1966, Glenn was making a call on the First State Bank in Gothenburg, Nebraska and the bank president, Earl VanSteenburg, offered him a job.&nbsp; The family moved to Gothenburg that summer and were greeted later that year by their second child Kevin, and in 1973, third child Scott joined the family.&nbsp; In 1974, Glenn became the president of First State Bank and held that position for 20 years.Glenn was very active in community affairs and development.&nbsp; Glenn was active in the First United Methodist Church, the Lion’s Club, the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Department, a founding member of the Gothenburg Improvement Company (GIC), the Knights of AKSARBEN, and the Nebraska Diplomats.Glenn’s first major community accomplishment was being a member of the hospital board and was instrumental in the building of a new hospital, which today has become one of the most successful in the area.&nbsp; Through his work with the hospital board, Glenn was instrumental in the recruitment of numerous doctors and&nbsp; other health professionals.&nbsp; As a member of the GIC, Glenn was instrumental in the recruitment of Farmland Industries, Goshen Rubber Company, Baldwin Filters, Frito-Lay, and a host of other businesses and individuals.&nbsp; All of Glenn’s community involvement helped with Gothenburg being named an All American City.&nbsp; One of Glenn’s crowning achievements was the building of the Gothenburg Senior Center.&nbsp; Through his own mother, Glenn saw the need for a place for Gothenburg’s senior citizens to congregate.&nbsp; This need was so great that through fundraising, Glenn was able to secure funding for the entire project in just a few days!Glenn’s community activism and recruitment efforts resulted in numerous awards from the GIC, the Dawson Area Development, the Knights of AKSARBEN, and the Nebraska Diplomat’s prestigious “Sowers Award” given for his extraordinary ability to bring business and industry to Nebraska.&nbsp; His recruitment activities never ceased as numerous family vacations, at some point, involved him “selling” Nebraska or Gothenburg!&nbsp; In fact, shortly after having triple bypass heart surgery, Glenn found out one of the PA’s was finishing her training and was actively trying to recruit her to Gothenburg!&nbsp; In retirement, Glenn used his gift of gab and landed the perfect job working for the Nebraska Department of Tourism.&nbsp; Glenn loved Gothenburg and worked to improve the community until he no longer could.Glenn is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Genevieve McKinney and Dorothy Davis, grandson Shaun, and special nieces and nephews Larry Davis and Mark and Cindy Fleming. Glenn is survived by his beloved wife Carol of 60 years, sons Mike (Linda), Kevin (Becky), and Scott (Wendy), grandchildren Steve, Elizabeth, CC, Ali, Michael, Ty, Addison, Maria and Trey, and great grandchildren Hayden, Shelby, Finley, Jaxx, and Ethan, and two sisters Etta (Kenneth) Williams and Marlene “Corky” (Kenneth) Fleming.Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Sunday, November 29, 2020, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm with the family present from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:30 am with Pastor Grace Gichuru officiating. The funeral will be live streamed and the link can be found under Glenns name on www.blasestrauser.com. Masks are required and all CDC guidelines and current DHM's will be followed.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the family for a scholarship that is being created in Glenn's name.

Glenn George Bartels  (1939-2020)

Jeannette Irene Waterman, age 64, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away, Thursday, November 19, 2020 at her home in Ogallala.

Jeannette was born January 10, 1956 to William and Katherine (Strong) Kohler in North Platte, Nebraska.

Jeannette went to school in Ogallala and graduated from Ogallala High School in 1974.

&nbsp;In 1974 Jeannette married Lynn R. Hodges, Sr., making their home in Julesburg, Colorado, where they farmed. They divorced in 1981 and she returned to Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp;She married George R. Elliott in 1984, making their home in Ogallala. He passed away in 1997.&nbsp; In 2000, Jeannette married Eugene Waterman.

Jeannette worked at Indian Hills Manor and Paks for a number of years.&nbsp; She retired from Indian Hills in 2016 for health reasons.

Jeannette loved to cook, bake, collect recipe books and going camping.&nbsp;

Jeannette is survived by her husband, Eugene, of Ogallala; 2 sons; Lynn (Candace) Hodges, Jr., of Chappell, NE; David (Carol) Waterman, of Ogallala; 3 daughters; Shana (Bryan) Martin, of Weldona; Tamantha (Rick) Gage, of Roscoe; Michelle (Cliff) Joyce, of Jacksonville, FL; 4 brothers; Bobby (Joyce) Kohler, of North Platte; Jerry Kohler, of Kearney, NE; Dennis (Barb) Kohler, of North Platte; Danny (Terri) Kohler, of Acworth, GA; 1 sister, Mary Alice (Rodney) Nickel, of Windom, MN; a sister-in-law, Janice Kohler, of Lincoln; 9 grandchildren; Randy (Jaime) Gage; Tracey Hodges; Gunnar Hodges and Oakley Hodges, all of Chappell; Jonathan (Amanda) Martin, of Weldona, CO; Jessica (Cody) Pineda, of Allenspark, CO; Bodie Runnels, of Jacksonville, FL; Caitlyn, Chloe and Matthew Waterman, all of Ogallala; and 5 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her second husband, George Elliot; her parents; 2 brothers; Richard Kohler and Kenneth Kohler; and 2 grandsons; Trevor Lee Hodges and Shayden Lynn Hodges.

A memorial has been established to the Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala in her memory.

A register book signing will be held, Monday, November 30, 2020, from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala.

A Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in the Ogallala Cemetery with Rev. Curtis Tschetter of the Gracepoint church in Ogallala officiating.&nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Jeannette Irene Waterman, age 64, of Ogallala, Nebraska passed away, Thursday, November 19, 2020 at her home in Ogallala.Jeannette was born January 10, 1956 to William and Katherine (Strong) Kohler in North Platte, Nebraska.Jeannette went to school in Ogallala and graduated from Ogallala High School in 1974.&nbsp;In 1974 Jeannette married Lynn R. Hodges, Sr., making their home in Julesburg, Colorado, where they farmed. They divorced in 1981 and she returned to Ogallala.&nbsp; &nbsp;She married George R. Elliott in 1984, making their home in Ogallala. He passed away in 1997.&nbsp; In 2000, Jeannette married Eugene Waterman.Jeannette worked at Indian Hills Manor and Paks for a number of years.&nbsp; She retired from Indian Hills in 2016 for health reasons.Jeannette loved to cook, bake, collect recipe books and going camping.&nbsp;Jeannette is survived by her husband, Eugene, of Ogallala; 2 sons; Lynn (Candace) Hodges, Jr., of Chappell, NE; David (Carol) Waterman, of Ogallala; 3 daughters; Shana (Bryan) Martin, of Weldona; Tamantha (Rick) Gage, of Roscoe; Michelle (Cliff) Joyce, of Jacksonville, FL; 4 brothers; Bobby (Joyce) Kohler, of North Platte; Jerry Kohler, of Kearney, NE; Dennis (Barb) Kohler, of North Platte; Danny (Terri) Kohler, of Acworth, GA; 1 sister, Mary Alice (Rodney) Nickel, of Windom, MN; a sister-in-law, Janice Kohler, of Lincoln; 9 grandchildren; Randy (Jaime) Gage; Tracey Hodges; Gunnar Hodges and Oakley Hodges, all of Chappell; Jonathan (Amanda) Martin, of Weldona, CO; Jessica (Cody) Pineda, of Allenspark, CO; Bodie Runnels, of Jacksonville, FL; Caitlyn, Chloe and Matthew Waterman, all of Ogallala; and 5 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her second husband, George Elliot; her parents; 2 brothers; Richard Kohler and Kenneth Kohler; and 2 grandsons; Trevor Lee Hodges and Shayden Lynn Hodges.A memorial has been established to the Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala in her memory.A register book signing will be held, Monday, November 30, 2020, from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala.A Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in the Ogallala Cemetery with Rev. Curtis Tschetter of the Gracepoint church in Ogallala officiating.&nbsp;Online condolences can be given at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the share a memory button.Draucker Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE has been entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Jeannette Irene Waterman  (1956-2020)

Dolores Graff, age 88, of McCook, NE passed away at Hillcrest Nursing Home on November 21, 2020.

Dolores Margaret Orten was born in a farmhouse between Beardsley, Kansas and McDonald, Kansas to Charles and Cora (Haller) Orten on July 24, 1932.&nbsp; She was their sixth daughter and eighth child.&nbsp; She grew up on the Orten farm and attended country school through the 8th grade.&nbsp; She attended Girls Catholic High School in Hays, Kansas, for two years, and then transferred to St. Scholastica Academy in Cañon City, Colorado, graduating with the class of 1950.&nbsp; She then attended Marymount School of Nursing, graduating in 1953 with a degree in nursing.&nbsp; She passed her nursing exam and received her license as a registered nurse in Kansas in 1953.&nbsp; 

After graduation, she worked at St. Joseph Hospital in Atwood, Kansas, where she met and married Delbert Thomas in 1954.&nbsp; Dolores and Del were married in a double wedding ceremony with Duane Orten and Delores Schroeder on August 18, 1954.&nbsp; They lived in Lincoln, Nebraska, for a year, moved to Colorado, then moved to the San Francisco Bay area in California where Del worked as an electrician and Dolores worked at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, California.&nbsp; They moved back to Kansas and the Orten farm in 1958.&nbsp; Del was injured in a truck collision in 1959 and died a few months later in 1960.&nbsp; They had been blessed with four children - two girls, Delrae and Becky, both born in California, and two boys, Michael and Scott, both born in Kansas.&nbsp; 

Dolores and her children moved to McCook, Nebraska, in May 1960, where Dolores worked at St. Catherine’s Hospital and the children attended St. Patrick Elementary School.&nbsp; In 1966, she met Peter Graff, who had lost his wife to cancer.&nbsp; Pete also had four children - Diane, Susan, Mark and Todd.&nbsp; Dolores and Pete were married October 15, 1966, with all eight children in the wedding party.&nbsp; Diane, the oldest daughter, was the maid of honor and Susan, Delrae and Becky were junior bridesmaids.&nbsp; Pete’s brother, Leo, was his best man; Mike, Mark and Scott were groomsmen; and Todd, the youngest of the eight, was the ring bearer.&nbsp; Dolores and Pete had three more children - Chad, Mary Christine (Christi) and Jon.

Dolores was inspired by her love for family, church, community service and travel.&nbsp; She always said “your children are your treasure,” and she believed and lived this faithfully.&nbsp; She made trips to Europe and all around the U.S. to attend conferences, visit family, and discover new places.&nbsp; She loved to visit her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and attended as many baptisms, first communions, confirmations and graduations as possible.&nbsp; She was a long-time parishioner of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, frequently singing at Sunday mass and bicycling to daily mass.&nbsp; &nbsp;She had at least one of her 11 children enrolled in St. Patrick Elementary School for 29 straight years.

In 1992, she received the Cor Christi (Heart of Christ) Award from Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska for her lifelong service work.&nbsp; She was an active member of her community, serving two terms on the McCook School Board; creating McCook’s recycling program, for which she received the McCook Chamber’s Community Builder Award; teaching natural family planning and serving as a nursing consultant; and volunteering frequently for such organizations as Meals-on-Wheels and the Red Cross blood mobile.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed learning new things, sometimes taking classes at the college, and liked to put her hands to use gardening, trying arts and crafts, writing letters, and cooking.&nbsp; Amazingly, she did this while raising 11 children and contributing actively to the lives of her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She lives on as an inspiration and example to many, and she loved to introduce and connect people to one another for the betterment of all, using her tremendous gift of memory to remember everyone’s name and family history.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name and given to St. Patrick Elementary School.

She is survived by her 11 children and spouses, Diane (Dan) Yenny of Grand Island, NE, Susan (Tom) Deaver of Brady, NE, Mike (Merriul) Thomas of McCook, NE, Mark (Linda) Graff of McCook, NE, Delrae Hirschman of Lincoln, NE, Becky Thomas (Larry Todd) of Meeteetse, Wyoming, Scott (Jill) Thomas of Forest Lake, Minnesota, Todd Graff (Laurie Ziliak) of Winona, Minnesota, Chad Graff (Joann Falkenburg) of Oakland, California, Christi Graff (John Cashman) of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, and Jon Graff (Ronda) of McCook, NE; 33 grandchildren, Brady (Kathy) Skiles, Luke (Becky), Jake (Jena) and Ben (Brittany) Deaver, Tristan Thomas, Jayme (Brad Martin), Jade and Jared (Sadey) Muehlenkamp, Wesley (Allison) and Gabrielle Thomas (Manguen Cho), Michaela and John (Kristy) Hirschman, Maureen (Buster Cunningham) Todd and Meagan (Tim) O’Mahony, Isaac, Jesse, Nathan, Samuel, Sophia and Hannah Graff, Amanda, Tyler, Julia, Haley and Allison Cashman, Anna, Alex, Andrew, Erik, Ethan, Emma and Eli Graff; 30 great-grandchildren; one sister, Janice (“Joni”) Brown of Stockton, California; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of friends.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dolores Graff, age 88, of McCook, NE passed away at Hillcrest Nursing Home on November 21, 2020.Dolores Margaret Orten was born in a farmhouse between Beardsley, Kansas and McDonald, Kansas to Charles and Cora (Haller) Orten on July 24, 1932.&nbsp; She was their sixth daughter and eighth child.&nbsp; She grew up on the Orten farm and attended country school through the 8th grade.&nbsp; She attended Girls Catholic High School in Hays, Kansas, for two years, and then transferred to St. Scholastica Academy in Cañon City, Colorado, graduating with the class of 1950.&nbsp; She then attended Marymount School of Nursing, graduating in 1953 with a degree in nursing.&nbsp; She passed her nursing exam and received her license as a registered nurse in Kansas in 1953.&nbsp; After graduation, she worked at St. Joseph Hospital in Atwood, Kansas, where she met and married Delbert Thomas in 1954.&nbsp; Dolores and Del were married in a double wedding ceremony with Duane Orten and Delores Schroeder on August 18, 1954.&nbsp; They lived in Lincoln, Nebraska, for a year, moved to Colorado, then moved to the San Francisco Bay area in California where Del worked as an electrician and Dolores worked at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, California.&nbsp; They moved back to Kansas and the Orten farm in 1958.&nbsp; Del was injured in a truck collision in 1959 and died a few months later in 1960.&nbsp; They had been blessed with four children - two girls, Delrae and Becky, both born in California, and two boys, Michael and Scott, both born in Kansas.&nbsp; Dolores and her children moved to McCook, Nebraska, in May 1960, where Dolores worked at St. Catherine’s Hospital and the children attended St. Patrick Elementary School.&nbsp; In 1966, she met Peter Graff, who had lost his wife to cancer.&nbsp; Pete also had four children - Diane, Susan, Mark and Todd.&nbsp; Dolores and Pete were married October 15, 1966, with all eight children in the wedding party.&nbsp; Diane, the oldest daughter, was the maid of honor and Susan, Delrae and Becky were junior bridesmaids.&nbsp; Pete’s brother, Leo, was his best man; Mike, Mark and Scott were groomsmen; and Todd, the youngest of the eight, was the ring bearer.&nbsp; Dolores and Pete had three more children - Chad, Mary Christine (Christi) and Jon.Dolores was inspired by her love for family, church, community service and travel.&nbsp; She always said “your children are your treasure,” and she believed and lived this faithfully.&nbsp; She made trips to Europe and all around the U.S. to attend conferences, visit family, and discover new places.&nbsp; She loved to visit her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and attended as many baptisms, first communions, confirmations and graduations as possible.&nbsp; She was a long-time parishioner of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, frequently singing at Sunday mass and bicycling to daily mass.&nbsp; &nbsp;She had at least one of her 11 children enrolled in St. Patrick Elementary School for 29 straight years.In 1992, she received the Cor Christi (Heart of Christ) Award from Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska for her lifelong service work.&nbsp; She was an active member of her community, serving two terms on the McCook School Board; creating McCook’s recycling program, for which she received the McCook Chamber’s Community Builder Award; teaching natural family planning and serving as a nursing consultant; and volunteering frequently for such organizations as Meals-on-Wheels and the Red Cross blood mobile.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed learning new things, sometimes taking classes at the college, and liked to put her hands to use gardening, trying arts and crafts, writing letters, and cooking.&nbsp; Amazingly, she did this while raising 11 children and contributing actively to the lives of her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.She lives on as an inspiration and example to many, and she loved to introduce and connect people to one another for the betterment of all, using her tremendous gift of memory to remember everyone’s name and family history.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name and given to St. Patrick Elementary School.She is survived by her 11 children and spouses, Diane (Dan) Yenny of Grand Island, NE, Susan (Tom) Deaver of Brady, NE, Mike (Merriul) Thomas of McCook, NE, Mark (Linda) Graff of McCook, NE, Delrae Hirschman of Lincoln, NE, Becky Thomas (Larry Todd) of Meeteetse, Wyoming, Scott (Jill) Thomas of Forest Lake, Minnesota, Todd Graff (Laurie Ziliak) of Winona, Minnesota, Chad Graff (Joann Falkenburg) of Oakland, California, Christi Graff (John Cashman) of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, and Jon Graff (Ronda) of McCook, NE; 33 grandchildren, Brady (Kathy) Skiles, Luke (Becky), Jake (Jena) and Ben (Brittany) Deaver, Tristan Thomas, Jayme (Brad Martin), Jade and Jared (Sadey) Muehlenkamp, Wesley (Allison) and Gabrielle Thomas (Manguen Cho), Michaela and John (Kristy) Hirschman, Maureen (Buster Cunningham) Todd and Meagan (Tim) O’Mahony, Isaac, Jesse, Nathan, Samuel, Sophia and Hannah Graff, Amanda, Tyler, Julia, Haley and Allison Cashman, Anna, Alex, Andrew, Erik, Ethan, Emma and Eli Graff; 30 great-grandchildren; one sister, Janice (“Joni”) Brown of Stockton, California; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of friends.&nbsp;

Dolores Margaret Graff  (1932-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Arthur John Werner, age 59, of Palisade, Nebraska passed peacefully on Sunday, November 22, 2020 surrounded by family at his son's home in Lincoln, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John (as he was known) was born on January 16, 1961 in Sacramento, California.&nbsp; He graduated in 1979 from John F. Kennedy High School in Sacremento.&nbsp; John moved to Tahlequah, Oklahoma and joined the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John married Tamara (Tammy) Merriam in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on February 14, 1990.&nbsp; The couple lived in Texas and Oklahoma before settling in Palisade, Nebraska in 1992.&nbsp; John was employed as a semi-truck driver for many years and was a mechanic on the side.&nbsp; He enjoyed dirt track racing and working on race cars.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his son, Arthur C. "Ace" Werner and fiance Hannah Schultz of Lincoln, Nebraska; daughters Crystal Werner of Kearney, Nebraska and Aletha Hagan and Husband Bryan of Culbertson, Nebraska;&nbsp; a brother, David Werner of Palisade, Nebraska; his sister Barbara (Werner) Claus and husband Joe of Texas; aunt and uncle Mary and John Oesau of Wisconsin; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; Also surviving John are his grandchildren Dakota Hagan, Colten Hagen, Dalten Hagen, Emma Hagan, Landon Werner, Braxton Werner, Grayson Werner, Jersi Winkler, and Easton Winkler. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur W. 'Shorty' and Rose M. Werner; his wife, Tamara 'Tammy' L. Werner; his brother Kenneth 'Pete' Werner and his sister Patty Miller. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;No visitation will be scheduled.&nbsp; John's wishes were for cremation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been suggested to the Werner Family for a future designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services are pending at this time.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Arthur John Werner, age 59, of Palisade, Nebraska passed peacefully on Sunday, November 22, 2020 surrounded by family at his son's home in Lincoln, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John (as he was known) was born on January 16, 1961 in Sacramento, California.&nbsp; He graduated in 1979 from John F. Kennedy High School in Sacremento.&nbsp; John moved to Tahlequah, Oklahoma and joined the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John married Tamara (Tammy) Merriam in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on February 14, 1990.&nbsp; The couple lived in Texas and Oklahoma before settling in Palisade, Nebraska in 1992.&nbsp; John was employed as a semi-truck driver for many years and was a mechanic on the side.&nbsp; He enjoyed dirt track racing and working on race cars.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his son, Arthur C. "Ace" Werner and fiance Hannah Schultz of Lincoln, Nebraska; daughters Crystal Werner of Kearney, Nebraska and Aletha Hagan and Husband Bryan of Culbertson, Nebraska;&nbsp; a brother, David Werner of Palisade, Nebraska; his sister Barbara (Werner) Claus and husband Joe of Texas; aunt and uncle Mary and John Oesau of Wisconsin; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; Also surviving John are his grandchildren Dakota Hagan, Colten Hagen, Dalten Hagen, Emma Hagan, Landon Werner, Braxton Werner, Grayson Werner, Jersi Winkler, and Easton Winkler. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;John was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur W. 'Shorty' and Rose M. Werner; his wife, Tamara 'Tammy' L. Werner; his brother Kenneth 'Pete' Werner and his sister Patty Miller. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;No visitation will be scheduled.&nbsp; John's wishes were for cremation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been suggested to the Werner Family for a future designation. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial services are pending at this time.

Arthur John Werner  (1961-2020)

Rose E. Wonch, age 89, of Stapleton, Nebraska died November 20, 2020, at her home. She was born April 28, 1931 to William K. and Fern “Tomlinson” Joedeman. Rose grew up on the Joedeman farm and went to Gandy grade school and a local country school, graduating from Logan County High School in Gandy, Nebraska.

Rose married James Wonch on March 12, 1951. To this union 4 boys were born; Lee, Bill, Jim and Jay.

Rose accepted the Lord, in her teen year at Maranatha Bible Camp. She was a member of the Gandy Bible Church in Gandy, Nebraska.

Rose had 3 brothers; Henry, Robert and Harold, 4 sisters; Lila, Florance, Murene and Willa Vae.

She is survived by her sons and their spouses; Cecil (Lee) and Diane Wonch, William (Bill) and Gwen Gail Wonch all of Gandy, Nebraska, James (Jim) Barb Wonch of Aurora, Nebraska and Jay and Patty Wonch of North Platte, Nebraska; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Service will be held 9:00 A.M. on Friday, November 27, 2020, at Gandy Community Bible Church, Gandy, Nebraska with the Pastor Frank Scott and Pastor Lee Wonch officiating. Burial will be at the Waldheim Cemetery, Callaway, Nebraska following the service.

Visitation will be from noon to 7:00pm, on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Rose E. Wonch, age 89, of Stapleton, Nebraska died November 20, 2020, at her home. She was born April 28, 1931 to William K. and Fern “Tomlinson” Joedeman. Rose grew up on the Joedeman farm and went to Gandy grade school and a local country school, graduating from Logan County High School in Gandy, Nebraska.Rose married James Wonch on March 12, 1951. To this union 4 boys were born; Lee, Bill, Jim and Jay.Rose accepted the Lord, in her teen year at Maranatha Bible Camp. She was a member of the Gandy Bible Church in Gandy, Nebraska.Rose had 3 brothers; Henry, Robert and Harold, 4 sisters; Lila, Florance, Murene and Willa Vae.She is survived by her sons and their spouses; Cecil (Lee) and Diane Wonch, William (Bill) and Gwen Gail Wonch all of Gandy, Nebraska, James (Jim) Barb Wonch of Aurora, Nebraska and Jay and Patty Wonch of North Platte, Nebraska; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren.Funeral Service will be held 9:00 A.M. on Friday, November 27, 2020, at Gandy Community Bible Church, Gandy, Nebraska with the Pastor Frank Scott and Pastor Lee Wonch officiating. Burial will be at the Waldheim Cemetery, Callaway, Nebraska following the service.Visitation will be from noon to 7:00pm, on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp;Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.The service will also be livestreamed via Adams and Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those unable to attend in person. Online condolences and sharing of memories can be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>CDC Covid 19 guidelines will be respected and therefore social distancing and wearing a mask is required.

Rose Eleene Wonch  (1931-2020)

Gary Lee Johnson, age 73, of Tryon, Nebraska died unexpectedly at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska on Friday, November 20, 2020.

Gary was born August 1, 1947, to Phillip and Kathryn Johnson at Franklin, NE where he grew up. Gary graduated from Franklin High School then went to Chadron State College where he earned his B.A. Degree in Education. He started his teaching career in Bruning then Dodge, Brule and eventually Tryon. Gary was a Shop Teacher, which he loved, and taught Driver's Ed. He taught all his life.

He married Mary Lu Thoms in Lincoln, Nebraska and they had three kids. Gary was very proud of his kids and their accomplishments and smitten of his grandkids. He enjoyed refinishing antiques, liked cooking, and was a collector of things. Gary especially loved being around people and in social gatherings; he could visit with anyone and did not know a stranger. He also had a unique sense of humor and liked cutting firewood 'cause it warmed you twice, once when you cut it and again when you hauled it.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Kathryn, and brother, Lyle Johnson; and his wife, Mary Lu.

Survivors include his children, Caleb Wade Johnson, of Ogallala, Nebraska, Adam Clark (Jessica) Johnson, of McCook, Nebraska and Sarah Marie Johnson, of Brule, Nebraska; grandchildren, Eli Franklin, Neleigh Ann, Landon Brian, Austen Michael, Sadie Mae Lu, Paisley Marie, Willow Renae, Juniper Rain and Hazyl Lynn; his brother, Mark (Carol) Johnson of Gaylord, Kansas; sister-in-law, Delores Johnson, of Bloomington; and other family.

Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Gary Lee Johnson, age 73, of Tryon, Nebraska died unexpectedly at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska on Friday, November 20, 2020.Gary was born August 1, 1947, to Phillip and Kathryn Johnson at Franklin, NE where he grew up. Gary graduated from Franklin High School then went to Chadron State College where he earned his B.A. Degree in Education. He started his teaching career in Bruning then Dodge, Brule and eventually Tryon. Gary was a Shop Teacher, which he loved, and taught Driver's Ed. He taught all his life.He married Mary Lu Thoms in Lincoln, Nebraska and they had three kids. Gary was very proud of his kids and their accomplishments and smitten of his grandkids. He enjoyed refinishing antiques, liked cooking, and was a collector of things. Gary especially loved being around people and in social gatherings; he could visit with anyone and did not know a stranger. He also had a unique sense of humor and liked cutting firewood 'cause it warmed you twice, once when you cut it and again when you hauled it.He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Kathryn, and brother, Lyle Johnson; and his wife, Mary Lu.Survivors include his children, Caleb Wade Johnson, of Ogallala, Nebraska, Adam Clark (Jessica) Johnson, of McCook, Nebraska and Sarah Marie Johnson, of Brule, Nebraska; grandchildren, Eli Franklin, Neleigh Ann, Landon Brian, Austen Michael, Sadie Mae Lu, Paisley Marie, Willow Renae, Juniper Rain and Hazyl Lynn; his brother, Mark (Carol) Johnson of Gaylord, Kansas; sister-in-law, Delores Johnson, of Bloomington; and other family.Cremation was chosen and services will be at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Gary Lee Johnson  (1947-2020)

Noel Eugene Wilkins The First passed away peacefully at home at 4:09 am on Thursday, November 19, 2020 surrounded by his wife and family after his strong but short battle with lung cancer.

Noel is survived by wife Jane (Peterson) Wilkins of Bellevue, NE (Previously Callaway, NE); Daughter Kimberly (Wilkins) Baldwin of Broken Bow, NE; Sons Noel (Theresa) Wilkins and Shawn Wilkins both of&nbsp;Metropolis, IL; Stepson Richard Jacobson of Gothenburg, NE; Stepdaughters Larinda (David) Burgess and Christina Navejar both of Bellevue, NE; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, two great-great grandsons and several extended family members.

Noel was preceded in death by his father Joseph Richard Wilkins; Mother Nellie Marie Ellis-Wilkins; Brother Jim Wilkins; Sister Jean (Wilkins) Nickerson; Half-brothers Doug and Junior Wilkins; Half-sisters Evelyn Wilkins, Mertle (Wilkins) Arvil, and Opal Bunch; Step-daughter Deborah (Jacobson) Johnson; Grandson Andrew Wilkins; Step-grandson Matthew Sears and several cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Noel was born on April 12, 1944 in Metropolis, Illinois to Joseph and Nellie Wilkins. Noel joined the army while still a teenager and served three years. In 1963 Noel married Barbara Robinson and to this union three children were born: Kimberly, Noel 2nd, and Shawn. After his divorce Noel moved to Nebraska where he met Jane. Jane and Noel were married on December 18, 1978 and from this union Noel gained four stepchildren Deborah, Richard, Larinda, and Christina.

After traveling around the United States for work Jane and Noel settled on the 25 acres in Callaway, Nebraska where they built their dream home. Noel and Jane lived on their farm until the summer of this year when they moved to Bellevue, Nebraska to be close to daughters Larinda and Christi after being diagnosed with lung cancer.

At this time due to COVID-19 the family has chosen to not have any services. A celebration of life is being planned for the Spring or Summer of 2021 in the Arnold/Callaway area, which Noel considered home. The family asks that all cards and condolences be sent to:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jane Wilkins,&nbsp; 2812 Nottingham Dr,&nbsp; Bellevue, NE 68123

The family thanks everyone for their sympathies and support during this difficult time and we look forward to seeing you all at his celebration of life next year.

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 </figure>Noel Eugene Wilkins The First passed away peacefully at home at 4:09 am on Thursday, November 19, 2020 surrounded by his wife and family after his strong but short battle with lung cancer.Noel is survived by wife Jane (Peterson) Wilkins of Bellevue, NE (Previously Callaway, NE); Daughter Kimberly (Wilkins) Baldwin of Broken Bow, NE; Sons Noel (Theresa) Wilkins and Shawn Wilkins both of&nbsp;Metropolis, IL; Stepson Richard Jacobson of Gothenburg, NE; Stepdaughters Larinda (David) Burgess and Christina Navejar both of Bellevue, NE; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, two great-great grandsons and several extended family members.Noel was preceded in death by his father Joseph Richard Wilkins; Mother Nellie Marie Ellis-Wilkins; Brother Jim Wilkins; Sister Jean (Wilkins) Nickerson; Half-brothers Doug and Junior Wilkins; Half-sisters Evelyn Wilkins, Mertle (Wilkins) Arvil, and Opal Bunch; Step-daughter Deborah (Jacobson) Johnson; Grandson Andrew Wilkins; Step-grandson Matthew Sears and several cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family members.Noel was born on April 12, 1944 in Metropolis, Illinois to Joseph and Nellie Wilkins. Noel joined the army while still a teenager and served three years. In 1963 Noel married Barbara Robinson and to this union three children were born: Kimberly, Noel 2nd, and Shawn. After his divorce Noel moved to Nebraska where he met Jane. Jane and Noel were married on December 18, 1978 and from this union Noel gained four stepchildren Deborah, Richard, Larinda, and Christina.After traveling around the United States for work Jane and Noel settled on the 25 acres in Callaway, Nebraska where they built their dream home. Noel and Jane lived on their farm until the summer of this year when they moved to Bellevue, Nebraska to be close to daughters Larinda and Christi after being diagnosed with lung cancer.At this time due to COVID-19 the family has chosen to not have any services. A celebration of life is being planned for the Spring or Summer of 2021 in the Arnold/Callaway area, which Noel considered home. The family asks that all cards and condolences be sent to:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jane Wilkins,&nbsp; 2812 Nottingham Dr,&nbsp; Bellevue, NE 68123The family thanks everyone for their sympathies and support during this difficult time and we look forward to seeing you all at his celebration of life next year.

Noel Eugene Wilkins (1944-2020)

Archie Boyd Crisp, age 74, of Mullen, Nebraska passed away to be with the Lord on November 16, 2020 at the Great Plains Regional Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 2:00 PM MT at the Sandhills Community Bible Church in Mullen, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Teters officiating.&nbsp; Interment with Military Honors will follow at the Cedarview Cemetery at Mullen.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Sandhills Community Bible Church, Mullen Ambulance, or the Donor’s Choice.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary/Mullen Funeral Home is assisting the family.&nbsp; Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;

Archie Boyd Crisp was born on October 7, 1946 to Kenneth Wayne and Doris (Burnett) Crisp in Ponca, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He grew up in Denver and Fort Morgan, Colorado.&nbsp; Archie attended school in Fort Morgan and graduated in 1964.

On July 24, 1965 Archie was married to Karen Jean Mese at Fort Morgan.&nbsp; To this union two sons were born, Bryan Lee Crisp and Douglas Anthony Crisp.&nbsp; He joined the Army and was honorably discharged after three years of service on March 20, 1969.

After the service, the family moved back to Fort Morgan, where Archie went to work for the US Postal Service.&nbsp; After retiring Archie and Karen moved to Mullen, NE in 2003 to be closer to family.

He loved building and flying ultra-lights, prospecting for gold and racing stock cars.&nbsp; His favorite ways to help pass the time was reading and watching history shows.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time and having coffee and sharing stories with friends.

Archie was the oldest of three children, a brother Les Crisp and a sister Brenda Crisp Edwards.

Archie was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, and his wife.

Archie is survived by sons; Bryan (Lynnette) Crisp of Mullen, NE, &nbsp;and Douglas(Wendy) Crisp of Sundance, WY; grandchildren Tanner (Katie) Crisp of Mullen, NE, Lauren Hollenbeck of Mullen, NE, Ashley (Josh) Idler of Sundance, WY, Kayla (Eric) McCue of Pine Haven, WY, great-grandchildren Riggin Hollenbeck of Mullen, NE, Kinley Crisp of Mullen, NE, Nevaeh, Jashlyn, Hunter, Archer, Trapper, Walker, Aspen and Leroy Idler of Sundance, WY, Andrew and Carson McCue of Pine Haven, WY; brother Leo Crisp of Wiggins, CO; sister Brenda Edwards of Kittanning, PA; &nbsp;and several nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Archie Boyd Crisp, age 74, of Mullen, Nebraska passed away to be with the Lord on November 16, 2020 at the Great Plains Regional Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 2:00 PM MT at the Sandhills Community Bible Church in Mullen, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Teters officiating.&nbsp; Interment with Military Honors will follow at the Cedarview Cemetery at Mullen.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Sandhills Community Bible Church, Mullen Ambulance, or the Donor’s Choice.&nbsp; Govier Brothers Mortuary/Mullen Funeral Home is assisting the family.&nbsp; Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;Archie Boyd Crisp was born on October 7, 1946 to Kenneth Wayne and Doris (Burnett) Crisp in Ponca, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He grew up in Denver and Fort Morgan, Colorado.&nbsp; Archie attended school in Fort Morgan and graduated in 1964.On July 24, 1965 Archie was married to Karen Jean Mese at Fort Morgan.&nbsp; To this union two sons were born, Bryan Lee Crisp and Douglas Anthony Crisp.&nbsp; He joined the Army and was honorably discharged after three years of service on March 20, 1969.After the service, the family moved back to Fort Morgan, where Archie went to work for the US Postal Service.&nbsp; After retiring Archie and Karen moved to Mullen, NE in 2003 to be closer to family.He loved building and flying ultra-lights, prospecting for gold and racing stock cars.&nbsp; His favorite ways to help pass the time was reading and watching history shows.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time and having coffee and sharing stories with friends.Archie was the oldest of three children, a brother Les Crisp and a sister Brenda Crisp Edwards.Archie was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, and his wife.Archie is survived by sons; Bryan (Lynnette) Crisp of Mullen, NE, &nbsp;and Douglas(Wendy) Crisp of Sundance, WY; grandchildren Tanner (Katie) Crisp of Mullen, NE, Lauren Hollenbeck of Mullen, NE, Ashley (Josh) Idler of Sundance, WY, Kayla (Eric) McCue of Pine Haven, WY, great-grandchildren Riggin Hollenbeck of Mullen, NE, Kinley Crisp of Mullen, NE, Nevaeh, Jashlyn, Hunter, Archer, Trapper, Walker, Aspen and Leroy Idler of Sundance, WY, Andrew and Carson McCue of Pine Haven, WY; brother Leo Crisp of Wiggins, CO; sister Brenda Edwards of Kittanning, PA; &nbsp;and several nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved.&nbsp;

Archie Boyd Crisp  (1946-2020)

Robert “Bob” Forrester, age 90, of Arnold, Nebraska passed away November 22, 2020 at the Callaway Good Life Center in Callaway, Nebraska.

A private funeral service will be held Friday, November 27th at 2:00 pm at the Baptist Church in Arnold, NE with Pastor Irv Jennings officiating. The funeral will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; The public is invited to the Graveside service at 3:00 pm with burial at the Arnold Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Friday, November 27th&nbsp;from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Baptist Church in Arnold.&nbsp; &nbsp;Arnold Funeral Home/Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Arnold Funeral Home will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

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 </figure>Robert “Bob” Forrester, age 90, of Arnold, Nebraska passed away November 22, 2020 at the Callaway Good Life Center in Callaway, Nebraska.A private funeral service will be held Friday, November 27th at 2:00 pm at the Baptist Church in Arnold, NE with Pastor Irv Jennings officiating. The funeral will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; The public is invited to the Graveside service at 3:00 pm with burial at the Arnold Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation will be held on Friday, November 27th&nbsp;from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Baptist Church in Arnold.&nbsp; &nbsp;Arnold Funeral Home/Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp; Arnold Funeral Home will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

Robert "Bob" Forrester  (1930-2020)

Anne H. Edgins, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Emerald Care Center in Cozad, Nebraska.&nbsp; Anne was born on July 30, 1952 in Spartanburg, South Carolina to Eleanor (Henderson) and Dolphus Hester.&nbsp; Her childhood years were spent in Spartanburg and at Greenwood Shores in South Carolina with her parents, siblings, and extended family.

Anne was united in marriage to Jack Edgins in Texas and to this union, a son, Jason, and a daughter, Jennifer, were welcomed.&nbsp; Anne also became a step-mother to Jack Jr. and Rhonda Sue.&nbsp; Anne and Jack eventually settled in Nebraska, with Jack passing away in 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anne enjoyed being a homemaker, collecting dolls, cooking for her family, knitting, and spending time with her family and grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her grandchildren to the park and to the pool inthe summer.&nbsp; Taeo, her grandson, would like to share that Anne was the most caring and passionate about those she loved.&nbsp; She was strong and forgiving.&nbsp; She was a wonderful grandmother and mother.

Anne is survived by her children, Jason and Jennifer Edgins; grandchildren; and extended family.

Thank you to the staff of Emerald Care Center for the care given to Anne.

Cremation was chosen by the family.&nbsp; There will be no formal services.

Anne H. Edgins, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Emerald Care Center in Cozad, Nebraska.&nbsp; Anne was born on July 30, 1952 in Spartanburg, South Carolina to Eleanor (Henderson) and Dolphus Hester.&nbsp; Her childhood years were spent in Spartanburg and at Greenwood Shores in South Carolina with her parents, siblings, and extended family.Anne was united in marriage to Jack Edgins in Texas and to this union, a son, Jason, and a daughter, Jennifer, were welcomed.&nbsp; Anne also became a step-mother to Jack Jr. and Rhonda Sue.&nbsp; Anne and Jack eventually settled in Nebraska, with Jack passing away in 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;Anne enjoyed being a homemaker, collecting dolls, cooking for her family, knitting, and spending time with her family and grandchildren.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her grandchildren to the park and to the pool inthe summer.&nbsp; Taeo, her grandson, would like to share that Anne was the most caring and passionate about those she loved.&nbsp; She was strong and forgiving.&nbsp; She was a wonderful grandmother and mother.Anne is survived by her children, Jason and Jennifer Edgins; grandchildren; and extended family.Thank you to the staff of Emerald Care Center for the care given to Anne.Cremation was chosen by the family.&nbsp; There will be no formal services.

Anne H. Edgins  (1952-2020)

Donald Alan Schaaf, age 83, of McCook, Nebraska passed away Friday, November 20, 2020, surrounded by his family at his home in McCook. &nbsp;

Don entered this life at the old St. Catherine Hospital, McCook, Nebraska, on February 5, 1937.&nbsp; He was the first of four children of Myron Donald and Esther Wilhelmina (Noetzlemann) Schaaf.&nbsp; Donald grew up in McCook and graduated from McCook High School with the Class of 1955.&nbsp; After graduating, Don attended The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Illinois.&nbsp; After the Art Institute, he married Mary Kathleen Drain at a church ceremony at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Chicago on May 30, 1959.&nbsp; To this union two children were born, Lorraine Anne and Lisa Diane.&nbsp;

Don served in the United States Army as a Radio Intercept Operator and was honorably discharged January 7, 1963.&nbsp; Don and Kathy and children returned to Chicago, where Donald was employed by J. Walter Thompson Advertising as an art director of experimental films; The Film Makers Inc. as director of television commercials, post-production editing; and at D’Arcy/McManus Advertising as vice president and executive art director and producer for television commercials.&nbsp;

He and Kathy returned to McCook in 1972, where Don was employed by radio station KBRL as a broadcaster and then the McCook Daily Gazette as a reporter, photographer and editorial cartoonist. Later he was the senior probation officer for the State of Nebraska until retirement in 1998.&nbsp; Don was an artist all his life, working with oils, acrylics and other types of media. Upon retirement, Donald lived in McCook, where he spent his time with oil and digital painting and computers.&nbsp;

Preceding Don in death were his parents, Myron and Esther Schaaf; brother, Stephen; sister, Theresa; and his father and mother in-in-law, Herbert and Lynn Drain.

Those left to celebrate his life include his wife of 61 years, Kathy Schaaf of McCook, NE; children, Lorraine (Schaaf) Sughroue of McCook and Lisa (Schaaf) Lee (John) of Loveland, Colorado; six grandchildren: Naomi Sughroue of Chadron, NE., Jessa Sughroue of LaVista, NE., Molly Sughroue of Highlands Ranch, CO, Trenton Frederick of Benkelman, NE, Noaa Frederick of Globe, Arizona, and Darby Frederick of Colorado Springs, CO; his sister, Monica (Schaaf) Miller and her husband, Bob of Salem, Oregon; nieces and nephews and other family members.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church of McCook with Father Gary Brethour celebrating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook with Military Honors.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the High Plains Honor Flight at&nbsp;<a href="http://highplainshonorflight.org/donate">highplainshonorflight.org/donate</a>&nbsp;or at&nbsp;<a href="http://ussarizona.org/">ussarizona.org</a>.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>

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 </figure>Donald Alan Schaaf, age 83, of McCook, Nebraska passed away Friday, November 20, 2020, surrounded by his family at his home in McCook. &nbsp;Don entered this life at the old St. Catherine Hospital, McCook, Nebraska, on February 5, 1937.&nbsp; He was the first of four children of Myron Donald and Esther Wilhelmina (Noetzlemann) Schaaf.&nbsp; Donald grew up in McCook and graduated from McCook High School with the Class of 1955.&nbsp; After graduating, Don attended The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Illinois.&nbsp; After the Art Institute, he married Mary Kathleen Drain at a church ceremony at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Chicago on May 30, 1959.&nbsp; To this union two children were born, Lorraine Anne and Lisa Diane.&nbsp;Don served in the United States Army as a Radio Intercept Operator and was honorably discharged January 7, 1963.&nbsp; Don and Kathy and children returned to Chicago, where Donald was employed by J. Walter Thompson Advertising as an art director of experimental films; The Film Makers Inc. as director of television commercials, post-production editing; and at D’Arcy/McManus Advertising as vice president and executive art director and producer for television commercials.&nbsp;He and Kathy returned to McCook in 1972, where Don was employed by radio station KBRL as a broadcaster and then the McCook Daily Gazette as a reporter, photographer and editorial cartoonist. Later he was the senior probation officer for the State of Nebraska until retirement in 1998.&nbsp; Don was an artist all his life, working with oils, acrylics and other types of media. Upon retirement, Donald lived in McCook, where he spent his time with oil and digital painting and computers.&nbsp;Preceding Don in death were his parents, Myron and Esther Schaaf; brother, Stephen; sister, Theresa; and his father and mother in-in-law, Herbert and Lynn Drain.Those left to celebrate his life include his wife of 61 years, Kathy Schaaf of McCook, NE; children, Lorraine (Schaaf) Sughroue of McCook and Lisa (Schaaf) Lee (John) of Loveland, Colorado; six grandchildren: Naomi Sughroue of Chadron, NE., Jessa Sughroue of LaVista, NE., Molly Sughroue of Highlands Ranch, CO, Trenton Frederick of Benkelman, NE, Noaa Frederick of Globe, Arizona, and Darby Frederick of Colorado Springs, CO; his sister, Monica (Schaaf) Miller and her husband, Bob of Salem, Oregon; nieces and nephews and other family members.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church of McCook with Father Gary Brethour celebrating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Patrick Calvary Cemetery in McCook with Military Honors.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the High Plains Honor Flight at&nbsp;<a href="http://highplainshonorflight.org/donate">highplainshonorflight.org/donate</a>&nbsp;or at&nbsp;<a href="http://ussarizona.org/">ussarizona.org</a>.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://herrmannfh.com/">herrmannfh.com</a>Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Donald Alan Schaaf  (1937-2020)

Barbara Eileen Kohl-Matthews, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away November 19, 2020 at Bryan East in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was born February 18, 1946 to Edward and Pauline (Larson) Kohl in Gothenburg, Nebraska.

Barbara grew up in North Platte. She married Gary A. Matthews in Stockville, Nebraska and to this union four children were born, Tom, Polly, Gary “Bo”, and Art. They lived in various places and lived in Germany where Gary was stationed. They eventually settled in North Platte.

Barbara was a waitress at the Skelly Inn and later worked at the visitor’s center at Cody Park. She enjoyed cooking and camping. She was a very good mother and grandmother to her family.

Survivors include three children, Tom (Kathleen) Matthews of North Platte, NE, Polly (Jackie) Ballard of North Carolina, Gary (Karen) Matthews of Paxton, NE; grandchildren, Halee (Jesse) Johansen of Grand Island, NE, Sidney (Curtis) Patterson of North Platte, NE, Kerec Gillmore of North Platte, NE, Amber Star (Gundy) Hampton of North Carolina, Amber Rae (Chase) Christen of Broken Bow, NE, Shaylee (Jeremy) Baker of Gothenburg, NE, Jamie Lee (Brandon) Faiman of Wallace, NE, Jacklyn (Kirk) Royston of North Carolina; many great grandchildren; siblings, Gail (Judy) Kohl of Imperial,NE, Ron (Nona) Kohl of North Platte, NE, and Bruce (Kate) Kohl of North Platte, NE.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Art; daughter, Michelle.

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 </figure>Barbara Eileen Kohl-Matthews, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away November 19, 2020 at Bryan East in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was born February 18, 1946 to Edward and Pauline (Larson) Kohl in Gothenburg, Nebraska.Barbara grew up in North Platte. She married Gary A. Matthews in Stockville, Nebraska and to this union four children were born, Tom, Polly, Gary “Bo”, and Art. They lived in various places and lived in Germany where Gary was stationed. They eventually settled in North Platte.Barbara was a waitress at the Skelly Inn and later worked at the visitor’s center at Cody Park. She enjoyed cooking and camping. She was a very good mother and grandmother to her family.Survivors include three children, Tom (Kathleen) Matthews of North Platte, NE, Polly (Jackie) Ballard of North Carolina, Gary (Karen) Matthews of Paxton, NE; grandchildren, Halee (Jesse) Johansen of Grand Island, NE, Sidney (Curtis) Patterson of North Platte, NE, Kerec Gillmore of North Platte, NE, Amber Star (Gundy) Hampton of North Carolina, Amber Rae (Chase) Christen of Broken Bow, NE, Shaylee (Jeremy) Baker of Gothenburg, NE, Jamie Lee (Brandon) Faiman of Wallace, NE, Jacklyn (Kirk) Royston of North Carolina; many great grandchildren; siblings, Gail (Judy) Kohl of Imperial,NE, Ron (Nona) Kohl of North Platte, NE, and Bruce (Kate) Kohl of North Platte, NE.She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Art; daughter, Michelle.Memorials are suggested to Callahan Cancer Center. Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 30, 2020 at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens in North Platte, NE with Pastor Jeremy Rinke officiating. Those wishing to sign the book may do so noon-6:00 p.m., Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte which is in charge of arrangements. The service will be livestreamed on Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those not able to attend.

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