Julie Ross, age 50, of Fremont, NE passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE.

Julie was born July 13, 1970 in Omaha, NE and was immediately adopted by her loving parents Junior and Nancy Willis of Callaway, NE. Julie grew up on the family ranch north of Callaway. She loved that land and enjoyed helping her dad. Julie enjoyed babysitting and being a life guard and loved being in and near the water her whole life. Julie graduated from Callaway High School in 1989 where she had participated in volleyball, basketball, band, chorus, and cheerleading. Her passions though were both acting and the speech team. She excelled at both and received many awards.

Julie attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work in 1993. Julie married Gene Ross on June 3, 1994. They knew each other their whole lives and were in the same class from pre-school until graduation. They lived briefly in West Point, where she worked for Goldenrod Hills in Wisner focused on their Head Start program, before moving to Fremont in 1995. She went back to school and received a Master of Social Work degree in 1996 from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.

Julie worked for Options Counseling and then soon went into private practice. She loved the Social Work profession and accumulated a vast library of resources as she strived to be a more effective mental health counselor and enjoyed learning new therapy techniques. She especially enjoyed working with young children. Julie put her career on hold to be a full-time mom for several years but had recently opened her practice up again.

Julie dedicated her life to serving others. Anyone who met her knew she was a loving and compassionate woman. She had a judgement-free mind that accepted everyone. She truly saw the best in every person and loved helping others. She touched the hearts of many people through her actions and kind words. She loved being a mom and focused much time towards her two boys and supported them in any way she could. Julie enjoyed cooking, party/vacation planning, entertaining and always had several craft and home remodel projects going at once.

Julie developed a great love of her Lord and the Catholic Church from her mother. Julie was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway and St. Patrick Catholic Church of Fremont.

She was preceded in death by her father Junior Willis and father-in-law, Gary Ross.

Survivors include her loving husband of 26 years, Gene; two sons, Jacob of Fremont and Jackson who is attending Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS; her mother Nancy Willis of Callaway; brother Jeff Willis of Callaway; mother-in-law, Vivian Ross of Callaway; brothers-in-law, Vaughn (Stephanie) Ross of Callaway and Rodney (Mary) Ross of Callaway; 4 nephews and 4 nieces.

Her children rise up and praise her: her husband, too, extols her:

“Many are the women of proven worth, but you have excelled them all.”

Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting; the woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

Give her a reward of her labors, and let her works bring her praise at the city gates.

Mass Of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway with Father Thomas Gudipalli and Father James Heithoff, con-celebrants. The Mass will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Facebook page.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2020 from 3-5 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 5:00 p.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway.

Social distancing and face masks are required.

Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery at Callaway.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

There will be Memorial Service and Celebration Of Life for Julie at a later date in Fremont.

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

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 </figure>Julie Ross, age 50, of Fremont, NE passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE.Julie was born July 13, 1970 in Omaha, NE and was immediately adopted by her loving parents Junior and Nancy Willis of Callaway, NE. Julie grew up on the family ranch north of Callaway. She loved that land and enjoyed helping her dad. Julie enjoyed babysitting and being a life guard and loved being in and near the water her whole life. Julie graduated from Callaway High School in 1989 where she had participated in volleyball, basketball, band, chorus, and cheerleading. Her passions though were both acting and the speech team. She excelled at both and received many awards.Julie attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work in 1993. Julie married Gene Ross on June 3, 1994. They knew each other their whole lives and were in the same class from pre-school until graduation. They lived briefly in West Point, where she worked for Goldenrod Hills in Wisner focused on their Head Start program, before moving to Fremont in 1995. She went back to school and received a Master of Social Work degree in 1996 from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.Julie worked for Options Counseling and then soon went into private practice. She loved the Social Work profession and accumulated a vast library of resources as she strived to be a more effective mental health counselor and enjoyed learning new therapy techniques. She especially enjoyed working with young children. Julie put her career on hold to be a full-time mom for several years but had recently opened her practice up again.Julie dedicated her life to serving others. Anyone who met her knew she was a loving and compassionate woman. She had a judgement-free mind that accepted everyone. She truly saw the best in every person and loved helping others. She touched the hearts of many people through her actions and kind words. She loved being a mom and focused much time towards her two boys and supported them in any way she could. Julie enjoyed cooking, party/vacation planning, entertaining and always had several craft and home remodel projects going at once.Julie developed a great love of her Lord and the Catholic Church from her mother. Julie was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway and St. Patrick Catholic Church of Fremont.She was preceded in death by her father Junior Willis and father-in-law, Gary Ross.Survivors include her loving husband of 26 years, Gene; two sons, Jacob of Fremont and Jackson who is attending Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS; her mother Nancy Willis of Callaway; brother Jeff Willis of Callaway; mother-in-law, Vivian Ross of Callaway; brothers-in-law, Vaughn (Stephanie) Ross of Callaway and Rodney (Mary) Ross of Callaway; 4 nephews and 4 nieces.Her children rise up and praise her: her husband, too, extols her:“Many are the women of proven worth, but you have excelled them all.”Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting; the woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.Give her a reward of her labors, and let her works bring her praise at the city gates.Proverbs 31:28-31Mass Of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway with Father Thomas Gudipalli and Father James Heithoff, con-celebrants. The Mass will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Facebook page.Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2020 from 3-5 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 5:00 p.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Callaway.Social distancing and face masks are required.Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery at Callaway.Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.There will be Memorial Service and Celebration Of Life for Julie at a later date in Fremont.Timm-Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Callaway is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com

Julie Ross  (1970-2020)

Donna Jeanne Jesch of Stratton, Nebraska, passed away at the Country House in Kearney, Nebraska on November 17, 2020.

Donna wrote her autobiography and we will put a few quotes from that in this obituary. “First of all I was born.&nbsp; That happened in July of 1926.&nbsp; The 18th&nbsp;to be exact.&nbsp; Now isn’t that interesting?&nbsp; OK, so that’s no big deal.&nbsp; How about this!&nbsp; I was born on Daddy’s 33rd&nbsp;birthday.&nbsp; I don’t remember much about that because I was pretty young at that time.”

Donna was born to Clarence and Ora (Miles) Richards on a farm northeast of Stratton.&nbsp; She was the 3rd&nbsp;of 7 sisters.&nbsp; They moved to Stratton at a young age, where they built a new house in 1931. This two-bedroom house was home to a family of 9.&nbsp;

“Yes we were raised during the great depression and I suppose we were poor, but I didn’t know that at the time.&nbsp; Our bathtub was a portable one.&nbsp; It was brought out and placed on the kitchen floor after supper.&nbsp; We girls probably washed in the same water! &nbsp;We were clean enough.”

Donna attended Stratton High School where she graduated in 1943.&nbsp; Bud Jesch and Donna were cast opposite each other in the junior class play.&nbsp; That’s when the spark was lit.&nbsp; Donna and Bud were in the same class and graduated together.

&nbsp;Donna worked at the Farmers Grocery Store during high school and then traveled to Denver after high school where she worked as a secretary for Blue Cross and Blue Shield Insurance Company.&nbsp; She also worked for the Hitchcock County Attorney in Trenton for ten years after she was married.

On December 28, 1946 she married Eugene “Bud” Jesch at the Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She and Bud raised five children on the farm east of Stratton.&nbsp; In 1978 they built a new home in Stratton and moved to the big city.

Donna enjoyed gardening and baking.&nbsp; She was famous for her pumpkin bars and crescent rolls which she made for every holiday gathering.&nbsp; That tradition is carried on by her grandchildren.&nbsp; She also researched family genealogy and was instrumental in the research and production of the Hitchcock County History Book 1873-1989.&nbsp; Donna was the secretary and treasurer of the Fanshaw Bay Naval Reunions.

Bud and Donna traveled to many cities for the Fanshaw Bay Reunions from the mid 80 until 2019. Donna was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was also involved in the St Joseph’s Alter Society, the ladies V.F.W. Auxiliary, the church choir, and other choir productions in Stratton. She sang acapella with her sisters and was always singing around the house to classical music. She had a beautiful voice.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Ora Richards and her father and mother- in -law, August and Eleanor Jesch, husbands-Eugene “Bud”- &nbsp;2 grandsons-Travis Jesch and Patrick Valdez, 3 sisters and their husbands, Shirley and Neal Hudson, Vivian and Richard Pierce, Wilva and Gene Harchelroad and 2 brothers-in-law Bill Carroll and Keith Birks.

Donna is survived by 5 children: Vicki Brown of North Platte,&nbsp; Geoffrey Jesch of North Platte, Douglas (Deb) Jesch of Kearney, Nebraska, Monica (Paul) Valdez of Parker, Colorado, Bradley (Tami Jo) Jesch of Stratton, 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 3 sisters: Eula Carroll of Hutchison, Kansas, Dorothy Birks of Hull, Iowa ,and Beverly (Neil) Dailey of Las Cruses, New Mexico, 2 brothers-in-law, Ramon Jesch of Boulder, Colorado and Gilbert Jesch of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in Trenton on Monday, November 23, 2020 from 10:00am till 6:00pm.

Private family Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Stratton, Nebraska on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 with Father Matthew Eickoff presiding.&nbsp; Graveside services will follow at 2:30pm central time at Rose Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends and family are welcome.&nbsp; We are asking everyone to be mindful of local health guidelines (mask wearing and social distancing).

Memorials may be left to St. Joseph’s Altar Society, the Stratton Ambulance and Fire Department District, or in Donna’s name.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Donna Jeanne Jesch of Stratton, Nebraska, passed away at the Country House in Kearney, Nebraska on November 17, 2020.Donna wrote her autobiography and we will put a few quotes from that in this obituary. “First of all I was born.&nbsp; That happened in July of 1926.&nbsp; The 18th&nbsp;to be exact.&nbsp; Now isn’t that interesting?&nbsp; OK, so that’s no big deal.&nbsp; How about this!&nbsp; I was born on Daddy’s 33rd&nbsp;birthday.&nbsp; I don’t remember much about that because I was pretty young at that time.”Mother always did have a sense of humor.Donna was born to Clarence and Ora (Miles) Richards on a farm northeast of Stratton.&nbsp; She was the 3rd&nbsp;of 7 sisters.&nbsp; They moved to Stratton at a young age, where they built a new house in 1931. This two-bedroom house was home to a family of 9.&nbsp;“Yes we were raised during the great depression and I suppose we were poor, but I didn’t know that at the time.&nbsp; Our bathtub was a portable one.&nbsp; It was brought out and placed on the kitchen floor after supper.&nbsp; We girls probably washed in the same water! &nbsp;We were clean enough.”Donna attended Stratton High School where she graduated in 1943.&nbsp; Bud Jesch and Donna were cast opposite each other in the junior class play.&nbsp; That’s when the spark was lit.&nbsp; Donna and Bud were in the same class and graduated together.&nbsp;Donna worked at the Farmers Grocery Store during high school and then traveled to Denver after high school where she worked as a secretary for Blue Cross and Blue Shield Insurance Company.&nbsp; She also worked for the Hitchcock County Attorney in Trenton for ten years after she was married.On December 28, 1946 she married Eugene “Bud” Jesch at the Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She and Bud raised five children on the farm east of Stratton.&nbsp; In 1978 they built a new home in Stratton and moved to the big city.Donna enjoyed gardening and baking.&nbsp; She was famous for her pumpkin bars and crescent rolls which she made for every holiday gathering.&nbsp; That tradition is carried on by her grandchildren.&nbsp; She also researched family genealogy and was instrumental in the research and production of the Hitchcock County History Book 1873-1989.&nbsp; Donna was the secretary and treasurer of the Fanshaw Bay Naval Reunions.Bud and Donna traveled to many cities for the Fanshaw Bay Reunions from the mid 80 until 2019. Donna was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was also involved in the St Joseph’s Alter Society, the ladies V.F.W. Auxiliary, the church choir, and other choir productions in Stratton. She sang acapella with her sisters and was always singing around the house to classical music. She had a beautiful voice.Donna was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Ora Richards and her father and mother- in -law, August and Eleanor Jesch, husbands-Eugene “Bud”- &nbsp;2 grandsons-Travis Jesch and Patrick Valdez, 3 sisters and their husbands, Shirley and Neal Hudson, Vivian and Richard Pierce, Wilva and Gene Harchelroad and 2 brothers-in-law Bill Carroll and Keith Birks.Donna is survived by 5 children: Vicki Brown of North Platte,&nbsp; Geoffrey Jesch of North Platte, Douglas (Deb) Jesch of Kearney, Nebraska, Monica (Paul) Valdez of Parker, Colorado, Bradley (Tami Jo) Jesch of Stratton, 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 3 sisters: Eula Carroll of Hutchison, Kansas, Dorothy Birks of Hull, Iowa ,and Beverly (Neil) Dailey of Las Cruses, New Mexico, 2 brothers-in-law, Ramon Jesch of Boulder, Colorado and Gilbert Jesch of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and many nieces and nephews.Visitation will be held at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel in Trenton on Monday, November 23, 2020 from 10:00am till 6:00pm.Private family Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Stratton, Nebraska on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 with Father Matthew Eickoff presiding.&nbsp; Graveside services will follow at 2:30pm central time at Rose Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends and family are welcome.&nbsp; We are asking everyone to be mindful of local health guidelines (mask wearing and social distancing).Memorials may be left to St. Joseph’s Altar Society, the Stratton Ambulance and Fire Department District, or in Donna’s name.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

Donna Jeanne Jesch  (1926-2020)

James M. Timmons, age 67, of Lebanon, Nebraska, passed away November 16, 2020 at his home in Lebanon after a battle with esophageal cancer.  He was born on September 14, 1953 to Glen and Doris (Glenn) Timmons in Imperial, Nebraska.  The family moved to Colorado when Jim was young where he attended school in the Arvada area and graduated from Arvada West High School.

Jim met Laurie in 1993 and the two would spend the rest of his life together.  They were married at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Golden, Colorado.  Jim, Laurie, and daughter, Nicole made their home in Arvada where he worked hard to support his family.  Jim’s father taught him to camp, hunt, and fish which Jim was passing on to Nicole and grandson Jaxon.  Teaching Jaxon became his greatest pleasure.  Jim looked forward to the yearly hunting trip to share the fellowship of his friends and enjoy the outdoors.  He also took a lot of pleasure in being an Arvada Reservoir ranger like his father was.  He was always quick to volunteer his help for his game warden friend, Mike.  On one occasion they saved an eagle that was hit by a car.

Jim’s father also passed on his love of baseball.  Jim loved to watch, play, and for a couple of years Jim coached a softball team.  Jim was proud of that team and referred to them as "his girls". 

Jim enjoyed motorcycles, riding with the annual MDA Run to Sturgis for five years.  He and Laurie retired to Lebanon in 2016 where they started restoring a house built around 1880.  Jim was a strong man of few words and deep feelings. He liked people, loved his family deeply, and respected the people he called friends.  His strong feelings of love extended to animals.

Survivors include his wife, Laurie of Lebanon; daughter, Nicole Fox and grandson, Jaxon Fox of North Glenn, Colorado; sister, Kathy Berkowitz of Denver, Colorado; sister, Alice (Roger) Cain of Loveland, Colorado; brother-in-law, Mike Murray of Lebanon; and sisters-in-law, Jill (Kip) Funk of Arvada, Colorado and Jana Kelly of Federal Heights, Colorado

Cremation was chosen and a celebration of Jim's life will be held at a later date.  Jim's ashes are to be spread on the mountain where his parent’s ashes were spread, on the land of his hunting area by friend, Denny, and at Trappers Lake by friend, Mike.  Memorials may be given to the family of James Timmons for future designation.  Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.  Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>James M. Timmons, age 67, of Lebanon, Nebraska, passed away November 16, 2020 at his home in Lebanon after a battle with esophageal cancer. He was born on September 14, 1953 to Glen and Doris (Glenn) Timmons in Imperial, Nebraska. The family moved to Colorado when Jim was young where he attended school in the Arvada area and graduated from Arvada West High School.Jim met Laurie in 1993 and the two would spend the rest of his life together. They were married at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Golden, Colorado. Jim, Laurie, and daughter, Nicole made their home in Arvada where he worked hard to support his family. Jim’s father taught him to camp, hunt, and fish which Jim was passing on to Nicole and grandson Jaxon. Teaching Jaxon became his greatest pleasure. Jim looked forward to the yearly hunting trip to share the fellowship of his friends and enjoy the outdoors. He also took a lot of pleasure in being an Arvada Reservoir ranger like his father was. He was always quick to volunteer his help for his game warden friend, Mike. On one occasion they saved an eagle that was hit by a car.Jim’s father also passed on his love of baseball. Jim loved to watch, play, and for a couple of years Jim coached a softball team. Jim was proud of that team and referred to them as "his girls". Jim enjoyed motorcycles, riding with the annual MDA Run to Sturgis for five years. He and Laurie retired to Lebanon in 2016 where they started restoring a house built around 1880. Jim was a strong man of few words and deep feelings. He liked people, loved his family deeply, and respected the people he called friends. His strong feelings of love extended to animals.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, Laurie of Lebanon; daughter, Nicole Fox and grandson, Jaxon Fox of North Glenn, Colorado; sister, Kathy Berkowitz of Denver, Colorado; sister, Alice (Roger) Cain of Loveland, Colorado; brother-in-law, Mike Murray of Lebanon; and sisters-in-law, Jill (Kip) Funk of Arvada, Colorado and Jana Kelly of Federal Heights, ColoradoCremation was chosen and a celebration of Jim's life will be held at a later date. Jim's ashes are to be spread on the mountain where his parent’s ashes were spread, on the land of his hunting area by friend, Denny, and at Trappers Lake by friend, Mike. Memorials may be given to the family of James Timmons for future designation. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

James M. "Jim" Timmons  (1953-2020)

Albert Cuellar, age 82, a longtime resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away November 13, 2020 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born February 22, 1938 to Macedonio and Tranquilina (Luevano) Cuellar in McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp;He attended McCook Schools and graduated from McCook High School in 1956.&nbsp; &nbsp;Albert graduated from McCook Junior College (MCC) in 1958 and from Kearney State College (UNK) in 1962.&nbsp; He taught for two years in country school south of Trenton and south of McCook. &nbsp;After graduating from Kearney, he taught for three years at Culbertson Public Schools and 11 years at Elm Creek Public School before returning to McCook to teach at McCook Junior High for 22 years.

In his 38 years of teaching, Albert taught European History, American History, World Geography, Math, Art, Language Arts, and Spanish.&nbsp; He sponsored the Junior Class, Senior Class, Student Council (22 years), Pep Club, National Honor Society, and the Annual Staff.&nbsp; Albert also coached Volleyball for 22 years, helped with the Boy Scouts, kept stats for football, scored and timed for basketball, and worked track meets.

Cuellar was president of the Elm Creek-Overton Education Association and the McCook Education Association for five years. &nbsp;He was also negotiator for the MEA, attended national conventions for MEA and the Student Council.&nbsp; In 1980, he was appointed by Governor J. James Exon as a Commissioner to the Mexican American Commission. &nbsp;He served as the assistant editor for the Bison Alumni Newsletter since 1995 and as President of the McCook Educational Foundation Inc. since 1999.

In his retirement, he was active with the Bison Alumni Newsletter, and the McCook Educational Foundation. &nbsp;He used the YMCA as often as possible. &nbsp;Albert loved to travel, going to Europe, Mexico, and his favorite city, Las Vegas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Pete, Joe, Manuel, and John; sisters: Josephine, Margaret, Veda, and Delores.

He is survived by brothers, Frank of Omaha, NE and Richard of Nehalem, OR; and sister, Juanita Bittner of Harvey IL.

Cremation was chosen and in keeping with Albert’s wishes, a memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, Albert requests donations to the McCook Educational Foundation or the McCook Community College Foundation/Albert Cuellar Scholarship.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Albert Cuellar, age 82, a longtime resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away November 13, 2020 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born February 22, 1938 to Macedonio and Tranquilina (Luevano) Cuellar in McCook.&nbsp; &nbsp;He attended McCook Schools and graduated from McCook High School in 1956.&nbsp; &nbsp;Albert graduated from McCook Junior College (MCC) in 1958 and from Kearney State College (UNK) in 1962.&nbsp; He taught for two years in country school south of Trenton and south of McCook. &nbsp;After graduating from Kearney, he taught for three years at Culbertson Public Schools and 11 years at Elm Creek Public School before returning to McCook to teach at McCook Junior High for 22 years.In his 38 years of teaching, Albert taught European History, American History, World Geography, Math, Art, Language Arts, and Spanish.&nbsp; He sponsored the Junior Class, Senior Class, Student Council (22 years), Pep Club, National Honor Society, and the Annual Staff.&nbsp; Albert also coached Volleyball for 22 years, helped with the Boy Scouts, kept stats for football, scored and timed for basketball, and worked track meets.Cuellar was president of the Elm Creek-Overton Education Association and the McCook Education Association for five years. &nbsp;He was also negotiator for the MEA, attended national conventions for MEA and the Student Council.&nbsp; In 1980, he was appointed by Governor J. James Exon as a Commissioner to the Mexican American Commission. &nbsp;He served as the assistant editor for the Bison Alumni Newsletter since 1995 and as President of the McCook Educational Foundation Inc. since 1999.In his retirement, he was active with the Bison Alumni Newsletter, and the McCook Educational Foundation. &nbsp;He used the YMCA as often as possible. &nbsp;Albert loved to travel, going to Europe, Mexico, and his favorite city, Las Vegas.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Pete, Joe, Manuel, and John; sisters: Josephine, Margaret, Veda, and Delores.He is survived by brothers, Frank of Omaha, NE and Richard of Nehalem, OR; and sister, Juanita Bittner of Harvey IL.Cremation was chosen and in keeping with Albert’s wishes, a memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, Albert requests donations to the McCook Educational Foundation or the McCook Community College Foundation/Albert Cuellar Scholarship.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Albert Cuellar  (1938-2020)

Anita Catherine was born at her home in Bartley, NE on Thanksgiving Day, November 29, 1934 to Pearl (Rayer) and Melvin Sides. She was welcomed to this world by sister, Mildred; brother, Eldon and extended family who had planned to attend the Thanksgiving holiday at Pearl and Melvin’s. Her 6:20 a.m. birth welcomed the guests with the greatest gift of all - a new family member. According to Anita’s records, the meal went off without a hitch, with a tiny, unannounced, additional guest who crashed the party. &nbsp;

Anita’s lifelong dream was to be a mom and a teacher.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her dream of being a teacher was cultivated at a young age when she was often called in from her senior classes to teach the junior high students when they needed a substitute.&nbsp; This dream was modified when she met her future husband of 54 years, William (Bill) Martin Conroy, during her first year of college. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The couple met in Indianola and Bill admitted to creating reasons to go to Indianola in hopes of “accidental” meetings. He was her first “real” date. Playing cards with friends and going to movies in McCook were their favorite things to do together. Anita said she was “hooked” right away.&nbsp; And it must have been mutual. Bill and Anita met in February, were engaged in March and married June 2, 1953. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Anita’s legacy as a wife was her unwavering support of her husband over the years. Farm wife, Conroy and Sons Machine Shop, and ABC Log Furniture were Bill’s dreams that Anita cultivated with him.&nbsp; Bill was the first to give credit to Anita as she worked tirelessly in front of and behind the scenes so his dreams might be realized. Farming, businesses, caregiver to the end. A more loyal partner could not be found. &nbsp;

Anita’s dream of being a mom was realized when her six children, Geri, Steve, Marty, Jim, Lisa and Mari Jo were born over a seven-year time span.&nbsp; She loved her kids and embraced the challenges of six kids under the age of seven with a farmer husband. In her words, “We had a lot of very special memories. Some good. A few bad. But life treated us well in so many ways with healthy kids and very few accidents and illnesses.” Bill and Anita raised their six kids on a farm near Bartley for 16 years before moving to the Republican Valley area. Their final home together was in McCook where they lived out their remaining years together until Bill’s death in 2007.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Anita’s dream of being a mom was magnified when 32 grandchildren and great grandchildren joined the family over the years. &nbsp;

And maybe, just maybe, her dream of being a teacher snuck itself right in the middle of being a mom. It just looked a little different.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Anita was the best at sending cards for every occasion. A sentiment her children did not take for granted, (but they also did not carry on from her legacy). Anita was also the best at commemorating important events through the scrapbooks she kept and handed down.&nbsp;

Anita loved her family. &nbsp;Her final message to her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids?&nbsp; “Keep up the good work. Have faith, love and help others.”&nbsp;

And her greatest life accomplishments in her words, “I was married for 54 years and I took care of Dad for his last few years. My kids are all good, decent citizens and family people. That’s the best a mom can hope for.”&nbsp;

Wife of a farmer, Mother of six, “I became a mom and I hope I was a good one. I wanted to be.”&nbsp;

Anita’s dream, “To be a teacher and a mom.” was certainly accomplished over the years. It just looked a little different than she envisioned.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a teacher with a better title. That title was Mom.&nbsp; Well done, Anita. &nbsp;Your dreams have served you well.&nbsp;

Anita was a member of St. Catherine’s Alter Society, St. Patrick’s Church, Extension Club, Republican Valley Mother’s Club, a poll worker and active member of her Indianola High School Alumni Association for many years. &nbsp;

Anita is survived by her six children: Geri and Bob Burns of McCook, Steve and Sharon Conroy of Indianola, Marty and Joyce Conroy of McCook, Jim and Kim Conroy of Papillion, Lisa and Craig Hendricks of Omaha, and Mari Jo and Sean Mulligan of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Joan Sides of Indianola. Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl Thomas and Melvin Sides; brother Eldon Sides of Indianola, sister and brother-in-law Millie and Andy Waselus and great grand-daughter Briella Faith Quaduor. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Anita Catherine was born at her home in Bartley, NE on Thanksgiving Day, November 29, 1934 to Pearl (Rayer) and Melvin Sides. She was welcomed to this world by sister, Mildred; brother, Eldon and extended family who had planned to attend the Thanksgiving holiday at Pearl and Melvin’s. Her 6:20 a.m. birth welcomed the guests with the greatest gift of all - a new family member. According to Anita’s records, the meal went off without a hitch, with a tiny, unannounced, additional guest who crashed the party. &nbsp;Anita’s lifelong dream was to be a mom and a teacher.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her dream of being a teacher was cultivated at a young age when she was often called in from her senior classes to teach the junior high students when they needed a substitute.&nbsp; This dream was modified when she met her future husband of 54 years, William (Bill) Martin Conroy, during her first year of college. &nbsp;&nbsp;The couple met in Indianola and Bill admitted to creating reasons to go to Indianola in hopes of “accidental” meetings. He was her first “real” date. Playing cards with friends and going to movies in McCook were their favorite things to do together. Anita said she was “hooked” right away.&nbsp; And it must have been mutual. Bill and Anita met in February, were engaged in March and married June 2, 1953. &nbsp;&nbsp;Anita’s legacy as a wife was her unwavering support of her husband over the years. Farm wife, Conroy and Sons Machine Shop, and ABC Log Furniture were Bill’s dreams that Anita cultivated with him.&nbsp; Bill was the first to give credit to Anita as she worked tirelessly in front of and behind the scenes so his dreams might be realized. Farming, businesses, caregiver to the end. A more loyal partner could not be found. &nbsp;Anita’s dream of being a mom was realized when her six children, Geri, Steve, Marty, Jim, Lisa and Mari Jo were born over a seven-year time span.&nbsp; She loved her kids and embraced the challenges of six kids under the age of seven with a farmer husband. In her words, “We had a lot of very special memories. Some good. A few bad. But life treated us well in so many ways with healthy kids and very few accidents and illnesses.” Bill and Anita raised their six kids on a farm near Bartley for 16 years before moving to the Republican Valley area. Their final home together was in McCook where they lived out their remaining years together until Bill’s death in 2007.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Anita’s dream of being a mom was magnified when 32 grandchildren and great grandchildren joined the family over the years. &nbsp;And maybe, just maybe, her dream of being a teacher snuck itself right in the middle of being a mom. It just looked a little different.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Anita was the best at sending cards for every occasion. A sentiment her children did not take for granted, (but they also did not carry on from her legacy). Anita was also the best at commemorating important events through the scrapbooks she kept and handed down.&nbsp;Anita loved her family. &nbsp;Her final message to her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids?&nbsp; “Keep up the good work. Have faith, love and help others.”&nbsp;And her greatest life accomplishments in her words, “I was married for 54 years and I took care of Dad for his last few years. My kids are all good, decent citizens and family people. That’s the best a mom can hope for.”&nbsp;Wife of a farmer, Mother of six, “I became a mom and I hope I was a good one. I wanted to be.”&nbsp;Grandma and great grandma to many.&nbsp;Anita’s dream, “To be a teacher and a mom.” was certainly accomplished over the years. It just looked a little different than she envisioned.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a teacher with a better title. That title was Mom.&nbsp; Well done, Anita. &nbsp;Your dreams have served you well.&nbsp;Anita was a member of St. Catherine’s Alter Society, St. Patrick’s Church, Extension Club, Republican Valley Mother’s Club, a poll worker and active member of her Indianola High School Alumni Association for many years. &nbsp;Anita is survived by her six children: Geri and Bob Burns of McCook, Steve and Sharon Conroy of Indianola, Marty and Joyce Conroy of McCook, Jim and Kim Conroy of Papillion, Lisa and Craig Hendricks of Omaha, and Mari Jo and Sean Mulligan of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Joan Sides of Indianola. Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl Thomas and Melvin Sides; brother Eldon Sides of Indianola, sister and brother-in-law Millie and Andy Waselus and great grand-daughter Briella Faith Quaduor. &nbsp;

Anita Catherine (Sides) Conroy  (1934-2020)

Larry “Woody” Wood, age 80, a longtime resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away November 12, 2020 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born in Indianola, Nebraska on October 3, 1940, the second born child to Dean L. and Georgia M. (Seals) Wood.&nbsp; Larry attended grade school at North Star in Frontier County and also in Stockville, Nebraska.&nbsp; He attended Stockville High School for two years before attending Bartley High School in Bartley, Nebraska where he graduated with the class of 1959.

After graduating, Larry moved to McCook, Nebraska where he went to work for State Side Standard Service, K. Don Coburn.&nbsp; He worked at the gas station in McCook for six years.&nbsp; On October 29, 1961, Larry was united in marriage to Mary Ann Beneda at the First Baptist Church in McCook and on September 4, 1962 they welcomed their only child, Penney Ann Wood.&nbsp; In December of 1965, Woody went to work for McCook Public Power District Rea as a lineman.&nbsp; He worked for the &nbsp;district for 29 ½ years before taking a buyout on May 1, 1994 when he retired.

Larry was a member of the National Rifle Association for years.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, camping, wood working, and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his mother in 1986; father in 1989; daughter, Penney Ann in 1992; and a brother-in-law, Bill Weiss in 2019.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann of McCook; sister Connie Weiss of McCook; brother-in-law, Owen Beneda and wife, Lois Jane of McCook; two nephews; one niece; and many friends.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday afternoon, November 18, 2020 at Riverview Cemetery in McCook with Mike Roth officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, November 17, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the family of Larry Wood for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Larry “Woody” Wood, age 80, a longtime resident of McCook, Nebraska passed away November 12, 2020 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born in Indianola, Nebraska on October 3, 1940, the second born child to Dean L. and Georgia M. (Seals) Wood.&nbsp; Larry attended grade school at North Star in Frontier County and also in Stockville, Nebraska.&nbsp; He attended Stockville High School for two years before attending Bartley High School in Bartley, Nebraska where he graduated with the class of 1959.After graduating, Larry moved to McCook, Nebraska where he went to work for State Side Standard Service, K. Don Coburn.&nbsp; He worked at the gas station in McCook for six years.&nbsp; On October 29, 1961, Larry was united in marriage to Mary Ann Beneda at the First Baptist Church in McCook and on September 4, 1962 they welcomed their only child, Penney Ann Wood.&nbsp; In December of 1965, Woody went to work for McCook Public Power District Rea as a lineman.&nbsp; He worked for the &nbsp;district for 29 ½ years before taking a buyout on May 1, 1994 when he retired.Larry was a member of the National Rifle Association for years.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, camping, wood working, and traveling.He was preceded in death by his mother in 1986; father in 1989; daughter, Penney Ann in 1992; and a brother-in-law, Bill Weiss in 2019.Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann of McCook; sister Connie Weiss of McCook; brother-in-law, Owen Beneda and wife, Lois Jane of McCook; two nephews; one niece; and many friends.Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday afternoon, November 18, 2020 at Riverview Cemetery in McCook with Mike Roth officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, November 17, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to the family of Larry Wood for future designation.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Larry "Woody" Wood  (1940-2020)

Hannah Hageman, age 97, of Cambridge, Nebraska, passed away at the Sarah Hester Memorial Home in Benkelman, Nebraska. She was born in Holbrook, NE on May 1, 1923 to Charles and Mary Frances (Neel) Odell. She moved to Cambridge when she was in the third grade.

On July 17, 1940, she married Frances “George” B. Marts in Norton, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union three children were born:&nbsp; Jimmy Lee, Mary Francine, and Robert Allen.&nbsp; She and George farmed north of Bartley, before moving into town in 1959.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on November 9, 1971. She later married Roy Hageman on October 31, 1975, adding Roy’s children to the family:&nbsp; Robert, Sheila, and Jeff. Roy preceded her in death on June 25, 2003.

Hannah worked side by side in Roy’s construction business.&nbsp; Together they built the round houses west of Cambridge. Hannah moved to McCook, NE in 2011 to Highland Park and in 2019 to the Sarah Hester Memorial Home in Benkelman.

Hannah loved to cook, make jellies, play cards, embroider, and spend time with family. She bartended and cooked at The Rocket Inn of Indianola, NE.&nbsp; She and her cousin, Eva, would go fishing around the area together, and Hannah, not being bashful, would move right next to whoever was catching fish. She had an infectious smile and laugh. &nbsp;She and Roy traveled throughout the continental United States, making their way to all 50 states in their motor home. The couple took many trips to Europe, seeing sites in Italy, Spain, England, and Ireland.

Hannah was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary; husbands, George and Roy; son, Jimmy Lee; grandson, Christopher; sister, Lottie Rogers; five brothers, George, Frank, Sam, Jim, Harold.

Hannah is survived by her son, Robert and wife, Tina Marts of Bartley; daughter, Frani and husband, Jerry Chambers of McCook; two step-sons, Bob Hageman and wife, Linda Hageman of Colorado, Jeff Hageman of Omaha; step-daughter, Sheila and husband, Kenny Colson of Cambridge; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-children; 4 great great-grandchildren.

The family has chosen cremation and services will be announced at a future date.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Hannah’s name to the McCook Ambulance Squad.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Hannah Hageman, age 97, of Cambridge, Nebraska, passed away at the Sarah Hester Memorial Home in Benkelman, Nebraska. She was born in Holbrook, NE on May 1, 1923 to Charles and Mary Frances (Neel) Odell. She moved to Cambridge when she was in the third grade.On July 17, 1940, she married Frances “George” B. Marts in Norton, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union three children were born:&nbsp; Jimmy Lee, Mary Francine, and Robert Allen.&nbsp; She and George farmed north of Bartley, before moving into town in 1959.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on November 9, 1971. She later married Roy Hageman on October 31, 1975, adding Roy’s children to the family:&nbsp; Robert, Sheila, and Jeff. Roy preceded her in death on June 25, 2003.Hannah worked side by side in Roy’s construction business.&nbsp; Together they built the round houses west of Cambridge. Hannah moved to McCook, NE in 2011 to Highland Park and in 2019 to the Sarah Hester Memorial Home in Benkelman.Hannah loved to cook, make jellies, play cards, embroider, and spend time with family. She bartended and cooked at The Rocket Inn of Indianola, NE.&nbsp; She and her cousin, Eva, would go fishing around the area together, and Hannah, not being bashful, would move right next to whoever was catching fish. She had an infectious smile and laugh. &nbsp;She and Roy traveled throughout the continental United States, making their way to all 50 states in their motor home. The couple took many trips to Europe, seeing sites in Italy, Spain, England, and Ireland.Hannah was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary; husbands, George and Roy; son, Jimmy Lee; grandson, Christopher; sister, Lottie Rogers; five brothers, George, Frank, Sam, Jim, Harold.Hannah is survived by her son, Robert and wife, Tina Marts of Bartley; daughter, Frani and husband, Jerry Chambers of McCook; two step-sons, Bob Hageman and wife, Linda Hageman of Colorado, Jeff Hageman of Omaha; step-daughter, Sheila and husband, Kenny Colson of Cambridge; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-children; 4 great great-grandchildren.The family has chosen cremation and services will be announced at a future date.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Hannah’s name to the McCook Ambulance Squad.&nbsp; Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

Hannah Hageman  (1923-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marilyn Louise Lutz was born on August 23, 1936, in Benkelman, Nebraska, to Dr. G. Albert and Marguerite Morehouse. Marilyn grew up and attended school in Benkelman, graduating from Benkelman High School in 1954. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On September 5, 1954, Marilyn married Chris Frankie Lutz at the Benkelman Methodist Church. The couple settled on the farm six miles east of Benkelman on Highway 34, where they raised their six children. Marilyn was a member of the Benkelman United Methodist Church and PEO. She enjoyed gardening, baking, making quilts and sewing. Marilyn especially loved spending time with her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband Frankie Lutz; parents Dr. G. Albert and Marguerite Morehouse; sister and husband Margie and Don Ehle; daughter Sherri Wiese; in-laws Martin and Ella Lutz; sister-in-law Leanne Andres; brothers-in-law Linn, Dale, LeRoy, Marlin and Bobby Lutz. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her daughters Francie Haines &amp; husband Kenny of Benkelman, Nebraska, Emily Thompson &amp; husband David of Paxton, Nebraska, Janie Lutz of Satanta, Kansas, Carey Hagerman of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, and Mary Faesser &amp; husband Al of Ogallala, Nebraska; son-in-law Brad Wiese of Benkelman, Nebraska; 12 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; a sister, Toby Stamm &amp; husband Frank of Torrington, Wyoming; sisters-in-law Joan Jones &amp; husband Dee of North Platte, Nebraska, Jackie Lutz of Benkelman, Nebraska, Donna Rae Lutz of Camarillo, California, Marj Lutz of Santa Marie, California, and Gloria Lutz of Yutan, Nebraska; and a brother-in-law Bob Andres of Paso Robles, California. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services are pending. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benkelman Memorial Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marilyn Louise Lutz was born on August 23, 1936, in Benkelman, Nebraska, to Dr. G. Albert and Marguerite Morehouse. Marilyn grew up and attended school in Benkelman, graduating from Benkelman High School in 1954. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On September 5, 1954, Marilyn married Chris Frankie Lutz at the Benkelman Methodist Church. The couple settled on the farm six miles east of Benkelman on Highway 34, where they raised their six children. Marilyn was a member of the Benkelman United Methodist Church and PEO. She enjoyed gardening, baking, making quilts and sewing. Marilyn especially loved spending time with her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband Frankie Lutz; parents Dr. G. Albert and Marguerite Morehouse; sister and husband Margie and Don Ehle; daughter Sherri Wiese; in-laws Martin and Ella Lutz; sister-in-law Leanne Andres; brothers-in-law Linn, Dale, LeRoy, Marlin and Bobby Lutz. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her daughters Francie Haines &amp; husband Kenny of Benkelman, Nebraska, Emily Thompson &amp; husband David of Paxton, Nebraska, Janie Lutz of Satanta, Kansas, Carey Hagerman of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, and Mary Faesser &amp; husband Al of Ogallala, Nebraska; son-in-law Brad Wiese of Benkelman, Nebraska; 12 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; a sister, Toby Stamm &amp; husband Frank of Torrington, Wyoming; sisters-in-law Joan Jones &amp; husband Dee of North Platte, Nebraska, Jackie Lutz of Benkelman, Nebraska, Donna Rae Lutz of Camarillo, California, Marj Lutz of Santa Marie, California, and Gloria Lutz of Yutan, Nebraska; and a brother-in-law Bob Andres of Paso Robles, California. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services are pending. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Benkelman Memorial Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.

Marilyn Louise Lutz  (1936-2020)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Janice Louise DeWester was born July 17, 1944, in Benkelman, Nebraska, to Everett and Louise (Hardwick) Stamm and departed this life on November 14, 2020, from her home in Wauneta, Nebraska, at the age of 76. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan was raised on a farm 12 miles northwest of Benkelman and attended District 36, a one room schoolhouse through the 8th grade. She boarded in town during her high school years and graduated from Benkelman High School in 1962. She went on to attend her first year of college at Colorado State in Greeley, Colorado. She transferred to Chadron State College the following year. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On December 14, 1963, she married Gary Lynn DeWester. To this union were born Kimberly Lynn (stillborn), Michelle Louise, Teresa Lynn, and Chad Everett. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The couple remained in Chadron until Gary graduated from college. They moved to Ruskin, Nebraska, where they started their family. During their time in Ruskin they made many wonderful friendships that have lasted for years. In 1974 Gary and Jan moved to Wauneta, Nebraska, where she permanently resided. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan gave her life to Jesus as a young girl attending summer Bible School at the Pleasant Valley Church a couple miles northeast of her home. Later in life she was baptized in the Frenchman river west of Wauneta. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Love for her family was first place to everything she did. She raised her kids to love Jesus and encouraged them to live their faith every day. She was caring, kind and encouraging, always reflecting the light of hope that was within her. In word and deed she honored the Lord, and leaves that legacy to her kids and grandkids. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan passed away Saturday morning, November 14, 2020, at her home in Wauneta, surrounded by her family. She was 76 years of age. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan was preceded in death by her parents; husband Gary, father-in-law Bud DeWester, daughter Kimberly, son-in-law Brian Harchelroad, and brother-in-law Kim Fassler. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her mother-in-law, Wyonna Springer of Benkleman, Nebraska; daughters Michelle Harchelroad and Teresa (David) Wynn; a son Chad (Jennifer) DeWester; grandchildren Dawnta (Jeff) Morrison, Baleigh (Colton) Brewer, Sydnee Harchelroad, Grant Wynn, Dalton Harchelroad, Camden DeWester, and Maggie DeWester; great-grandchildren Tatum &amp; Tenley Morrison and Briar &amp; Layne Brewer; her sister Anita (Laddie) Wilson of Olathe, Kansas; a sister-in-law, Carla Fassler; many nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held Monday morning, November 23, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. CST at the Hamlet Union Church at Hamlet, Nebraska with David Wynn officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Sunday afternoon, November 22, 2020 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. MST at Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials have been suggested to the Wauneta EMT's or the Wauneta Senior Center.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Janice Louise DeWester was born July 17, 1944, in Benkelman, Nebraska, to Everett and Louise (Hardwick) Stamm and departed this life on November 14, 2020, from her home in Wauneta, Nebraska, at the age of 76. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan was raised on a farm 12 miles northwest of Benkelman and attended District 36, a one room schoolhouse through the 8th grade. She boarded in town during her high school years and graduated from Benkelman High School in 1962. She went on to attend her first year of college at Colorado State in Greeley, Colorado. She transferred to Chadron State College the following year. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On December 14, 1963, she married Gary Lynn DeWester. To this union were born Kimberly Lynn (stillborn), Michelle Louise, Teresa Lynn, and Chad Everett. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The couple remained in Chadron until Gary graduated from college. They moved to Ruskin, Nebraska, where they started their family. During their time in Ruskin they made many wonderful friendships that have lasted for years. In 1974 Gary and Jan moved to Wauneta, Nebraska, where she permanently resided. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan gave her life to Jesus as a young girl attending summer Bible School at the Pleasant Valley Church a couple miles northeast of her home. Later in life she was baptized in the Frenchman river west of Wauneta. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Love for her family was first place to everything she did. She raised her kids to love Jesus and encouraged them to live their faith every day. She was caring, kind and encouraging, always reflecting the light of hope that was within her. In word and deed she honored the Lord, and leaves that legacy to her kids and grandkids. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan passed away Saturday morning, November 14, 2020, at her home in Wauneta, surrounded by her family. She was 76 years of age. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jan was preceded in death by her parents; husband Gary, father-in-law Bud DeWester, daughter Kimberly, son-in-law Brian Harchelroad, and brother-in-law Kim Fassler. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her mother-in-law, Wyonna Springer of Benkleman, Nebraska; daughters Michelle Harchelroad and Teresa (David) Wynn; a son Chad (Jennifer) DeWester; grandchildren Dawnta (Jeff) Morrison, Baleigh (Colton) Brewer, Sydnee Harchelroad, Grant Wynn, Dalton Harchelroad, Camden DeWester, and Maggie DeWester; great-grandchildren Tatum &amp; Tenley Morrison and Briar &amp; Layne Brewer; her sister Anita (Laddie) Wilson of Olathe, Kansas; a sister-in-law, Carla Fassler; many nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be held Monday morning, November 23, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. CST at the Hamlet Union Church at Hamlet, Nebraska with David Wynn officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Sunday afternoon, November 22, 2020 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. MST at Liewer Funeral Home in Wauneta, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials have been suggested to the Wauneta EMT's or the Wauneta Senior Center.

Janice Louise DeWester  (1944-2020)

Merlene Grint&nbsp; (1925-2020),&nbsp;Mother, Grandmother, Great and Great Great Grandmother, she loved life to the fullest.

Merlene Pullian Grint, age 95, passed away November 16, 2020, at the Kearney Regional Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. Merlene was born August 6, 1925, to Floyd and Sadie (Lundy) Pulliam. She grew up on a farmstead west of Sargent, NE (Cummings Park). She attended grade school at a country school near the Cummings Park area and later attended high school in Sargent and graduated in 1942. After graduation she attended a business college in Grand Island where she later did office work. 

Merlene married Norman Grint in May 1945. They made their home on a farmstead East of Sargent where they started farming and had a few milk cows. While on the farm they had two sons, John Edmond, and Richard Duane. Soon after the boys were born, they moved to town and purchased the Sun Theater owned by John Green. They then bought and opened a clothing store, the Fashion Nook, which after several years burned down. This resulted in closing the theater and moving the clothing store to the theater location, which remained there until they sold in 1984. During the late 70's she bought and moved the florist shop and opened and ran floral/gift shop for 6 years. During their time in town, in 1965, Norman and Merlene had a daughter, JoLynn.

Merlene retired in 1984. She enjoyed her retirement years, following her grandkids through 4H, rodeos, and sporting events. Norman and Merlene wintered in Arizona for 24 years and made life-long friends.

Merlene was a member of United Methodist Women’s Group, American Auxiliary, and card club. She thoroughly enjoyed her morning coffee club visiting with friends.

Merlene was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Sadie Pulliam, brother Reed and wife Virginia, and nephew Ron Pulliam. 

Survivors include sons John and Sheri Grint (Chadron), Dick and Coleen Grint (Sargent), daughter JoLynn and Brian Jones (Mason City), 12 grandchildren, 26 Great grandchildren, and one Great great grandchild.

Memorial service will be at a later date. 

Govier Brothers Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 </figure>Merlene Grint&nbsp; (1925-2020),&nbsp;Mother, Grandmother, Great and Great Great Grandmother, she loved life to the fullest.Merlene Pullian Grint, age 95, passed away November 16, 2020, at the Kearney Regional Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. Merlene was born August 6, 1925, to Floyd and Sadie (Lundy) Pulliam. She grew up on a farmstead west of Sargent, NE (Cummings Park). She attended grade school at a country school near the Cummings Park area and later attended high school in Sargent and graduated in 1942. After graduation she attended a business college in Grand Island where she later did office work. Merlene married Norman Grint in May 1945. They made their home on a farmstead East of Sargent where they started farming and had a few milk cows. While on the farm they had two sons, John Edmond, and Richard Duane. Soon after the boys were born, they moved to town and purchased the Sun Theater owned by John Green. They then bought and opened a clothing store, the Fashion Nook, which after several years burned down. This resulted in closing the theater and moving the clothing store to the theater location, which remained there until they sold in 1984. During the late 70's she bought and moved the florist shop and opened and ran floral/gift shop for 6 years. During their time in town, in 1965, Norman and Merlene had a daughter, JoLynn.Merlene retired in 1984. She enjoyed her retirement years, following her grandkids through 4H, rodeos, and sporting events. Norman and Merlene wintered in Arizona for 24 years and made life-long friends.Merlene was a member of United Methodist Women’s Group, American Auxiliary, and card club. She thoroughly enjoyed her morning coffee club visiting with friends.Merlene was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Sadie Pulliam, brother Reed and wife Virginia, and nephew Ron Pulliam. Survivors include sons John and Sheri Grint (Chadron), Dick and Coleen Grint (Sargent), daughter JoLynn and Brian Jones (Mason City), 12 grandchildren, 26 Great grandchildren, and one Great great grandchild.Memorial service will be at a later date. Govier Brothers Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Merlene Grint  (1925-2020)

Edward J Schulte II, age 54 of Ansley, Nebraska left his earthly body November 15, 2020 at Broken Bow, NE. Ed was born February 11, 1966 in Grand Island, NE to Edward J. and Bernice (Holland) Schulte. He resided in Hastings and Grand Island, NE until the age of 6 when his family moved to Ansley, NE where he attended school and lived the rest of his adult life. His first job was at the Calamus Dam. On April 15, 1989 he married Kimberly Thompson. Edward brought one son, Louis Keezer, to the marriage &amp; Kimberly brought one son, Joshua Thompson. Together they had 2 children. Son, Joel Edward and daughter, Brittney Bernice.

Throughout his life he has worked for Art Anderson Hay Company, Sargent Pipe Company and went on to own his own appliance business in Ansley. His most rewarding position was being a truck driver during most of his married life. He made a lot of lifelong relationships being out on the road. Every time he and Kimberly traveled, they had to eat at truck stops and he would never go without stopping at “Shoemaker’s” in Lincoln, NE. The last 3 years he worked for Trotter’s Fertilizer in Ansley.

He loved hunting, trapping, and fishing and so wanted to go with his grandson, Jaxon this year. He was a well-known jokester and enjoyed his daily pranks with the ladies at “Custer’s Last Stop” in Ansley. He spooked ever so easy which made it so much more fun. Ed found a new passion for knife smithing. Ed enjoyed talking and learning about making knives. He was always the one to know just how to push Kim’s buttons and although he always had to get the “win” she loved him dearly for it. She even jokes that his passing in the early morning hours was so he would “win” one last time.

He was a wonderful, husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves behind to mourn him, wife Kimberly of Ansley, NE, sons Joshua and Kinley Thompson of Windsor, CO, Louis and Lisa Keezer of Oshkosh, NE,&nbsp; Joel Schulte and his fiancée Melissa Johnstone of Ansley, NE, and daughter, Brittney and Megan Cassidy of Kearney, NE. Grandchildren Alyssa, Landon, Selena, Jaxon, Charlie, David, and Cylas.

Ed had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and wanted everyone to have the same Blessed Assurance he had. He was not afraid to talk to anyone about his faith and pray with you at any time. Now he is dancing with God on his own cloud and we will be together again someday. Forever in Christ!

Graveside service will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the Ansley Cemetery Ansley, NE with J.J. White officiating. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 19th&nbsp;from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm with family greeting 4:00 to 7:00 pm 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.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

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 </figure>Edward J Schulte II, age 54 of Ansley, Nebraska left his earthly body November 15, 2020 at Broken Bow, NE. Ed was born February 11, 1966 in Grand Island, NE to Edward J. and Bernice (Holland) Schulte. He resided in Hastings and Grand Island, NE until the age of 6 when his family moved to Ansley, NE where he attended school and lived the rest of his adult life. His first job was at the Calamus Dam. On April 15, 1989 he married Kimberly Thompson. Edward brought one son, Louis Keezer, to the marriage &amp; Kimberly brought one son, Joshua Thompson. Together they had 2 children. Son, Joel Edward and daughter, Brittney Bernice.Throughout his life he has worked for Art Anderson Hay Company, Sargent Pipe Company and went on to own his own appliance business in Ansley. His most rewarding position was being a truck driver during most of his married life. He made a lot of lifelong relationships being out on the road. Every time he and Kimberly traveled, they had to eat at truck stops and he would never go without stopping at “Shoemaker’s” in Lincoln, NE. The last 3 years he worked for Trotter’s Fertilizer in Ansley.He loved hunting, trapping, and fishing and so wanted to go with his grandson, Jaxon this year. He was a well-known jokester and enjoyed his daily pranks with the ladies at “Custer’s Last Stop” in Ansley. He spooked ever so easy which made it so much more fun. Ed found a new passion for knife smithing. Ed enjoyed talking and learning about making knives. He was always the one to know just how to push Kim’s buttons and although he always had to get the “win” she loved him dearly for it. She even jokes that his passing in the early morning hours was so he would “win” one last time.He was a wonderful, husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves behind to mourn him, wife Kimberly of Ansley, NE, sons Joshua and Kinley Thompson of Windsor, CO, Louis and Lisa Keezer of Oshkosh, NE,&nbsp; Joel Schulte and his fiancée Melissa Johnstone of Ansley, NE, and daughter, Brittney and Megan Cassidy of Kearney, NE. Grandchildren Alyssa, Landon, Selena, Jaxon, Charlie, David, and Cylas.Ed had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and wanted everyone to have the same Blessed Assurance he had. He was not afraid to talk to anyone about his faith and pray with you at any time. Now he is dancing with God on his own cloud and we will be together again someday. Forever in Christ!Graveside service will be Friday, November 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the Ansley Cemetery Ansley, NE with J.J. White officiating. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 19th&nbsp;from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm with family greeting 4:00 to 7:00 pm 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.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>. Govier Brothers Mortuary will comply with the CDC and State of Nebraska.

Edward J. Schulte, II  (1966-2020)

On Saturday, November 14, 2020, Robert (Bob) Ray Schall of Broken Bow, NE passed away on his birthday, at the age of 84.&nbsp; Bob was born November 14, 1936 in Mason City, NE. to Jim and Olive (Crosley) Schall. He was the sixth child out of nine children. &nbsp;Bob graduated from Mason City High School in 1954 and joined the army in 1955 serving for two years active duty.

Bob was self-employed as a contractor for most of his life.&nbsp; He owned and operated a carpet and flooring store in Broken Bow, NE. for five years. Bob was well known in the Broken Bow area for his carpentry skills and has worked in many homes throughout the region.&nbsp; Bob loved to work and had a hard time saying no to people needing something done. He was still working the month before he passed away.

Bob was well known as a good-natured practical joker and many people in the area, and Bob himself, have been on the receiving end of those funnier moments in his life. He loved to fish and spent a lot of time at local lakes, and lake Michigan, fishing for salmon. He was a lifelong Husker fan and rarely missed a game. Bob was very interested in politics as a rare Nebraska Democrat and enjoyed lively conversations at the Tumbleweed Café.&nbsp; As an animal lover, he and Sandy rescued several dogs over the years.

Bob married and moved to Broken Bow in 1964 and had three children Tammy, Jackie, &amp; Sandy.&nbsp;

Bob married Sandy Sittler on September 1, 1979 and adopted her son Jeff. After three girls, he was excited to welcome a son into his life. &nbsp;Bob was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 41 years.

Family and friends could always count on Bob and his gentle kindness. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who always had a joke or game for the kids.&nbsp; Bob was known to the grandkids as a very active grandpa who water skied into his seventies and loved to mischievously challenge them to board and card games.&nbsp;

Bob is survived by his wife Sandy of Broken Bow, four children Tammy (Casey) Turnbull of Knoxville, IA., Jackie (Doug) Caldwell of Overland Park, KS., Sandy Rapp of Overland Park, KS. &amp; Jeff (Holly) Schall of Trophy Club, TX.&nbsp; &nbsp;He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Nathan, Nicole, Natasha, Molly, Jake, Sam, Beck, Carsen, Stella and eleven great grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to the:&nbsp;K9HAVEN Rescue, Inc.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.k9havenrescue.com/">http://www.k9havenrescue.com/</a>, or Nebraska Game and Parks Commission&nbsp;<a href="http://outdoornebraska.gov/support/">http://outdoornebraska.gov/support/</a>

Govier Brothers Mortuary is assisting the family.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

Graveside services will be held for immediate family.

A Celebration of Life service will be at a later date

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 </figure>On Saturday, November 14, 2020, Robert (Bob) Ray Schall of Broken Bow, NE passed away on his birthday, at the age of 84.&nbsp; Bob was born November 14, 1936 in Mason City, NE. to Jim and Olive (Crosley) Schall. He was the sixth child out of nine children. &nbsp;Bob graduated from Mason City High School in 1954 and joined the army in 1955 serving for two years active duty.Bob was self-employed as a contractor for most of his life.&nbsp; He owned and operated a carpet and flooring store in Broken Bow, NE. for five years. Bob was well known in the Broken Bow area for his carpentry skills and has worked in many homes throughout the region.&nbsp; Bob loved to work and had a hard time saying no to people needing something done. He was still working the month before he passed away.Bob was well known as a good-natured practical joker and many people in the area, and Bob himself, have been on the receiving end of those funnier moments in his life. He loved to fish and spent a lot of time at local lakes, and lake Michigan, fishing for salmon. He was a lifelong Husker fan and rarely missed a game. Bob was very interested in politics as a rare Nebraska Democrat and enjoyed lively conversations at the Tumbleweed Café.&nbsp; As an animal lover, he and Sandy rescued several dogs over the years.Bob married and moved to Broken Bow in 1964 and had three children Tammy, Jackie, &amp; Sandy.&nbsp;Bob married Sandy Sittler on September 1, 1979 and adopted her son Jeff. After three girls, he was excited to welcome a son into his life. &nbsp;Bob was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 41 years.Family and friends could always count on Bob and his gentle kindness. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who always had a joke or game for the kids.&nbsp; Bob was known to the grandkids as a very active grandpa who water skied into his seventies and loved to mischievously challenge them to board and card games.&nbsp;Bob is survived by his wife Sandy of Broken Bow, four children Tammy (Casey) Turnbull of Knoxville, IA., Jackie (Doug) Caldwell of Overland Park, KS., Sandy Rapp of Overland Park, KS. &amp; Jeff (Holly) Schall of Trophy Club, TX.&nbsp; &nbsp;He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Nathan, Nicole, Natasha, Molly, Jake, Sam, Beck, Carsen, Stella and eleven great grandchildren.Memorials are suggested to the:&nbsp;K9HAVEN Rescue, Inc.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.k9havenrescue.com/">http://www.k9havenrescue.com/</a>, or Nebraska Game and Parks Commission&nbsp;<a href="http://outdoornebraska.gov/support/">http://outdoornebraska.gov/support/</a>Govier Brothers Mortuary is assisting the family.&nbsp; An online guest book may be signed at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>Graveside services will be held for immediate family.A Celebration of Life service will be at a later date

Robert Ray "Bob" Schall  (1936-2020)

Phyllis Lorene Pressler, age&nbsp; 92, of Fort Worth, Texas, originally from North Platte, Nebraska, passed away November 14, 2020.

She was born on September 16, 1928 to Phillip and Eunice Helzer in Cairo, NE where she attended elementary school and graduated from Cairo High School. She married Roy Pressler on June 26, 1949 and lived in Hordville, NE, Gibbon, NE, Gothenburg, NE, North Platte, NE, and recently in Fort Worth, TX to be closer to her family. To this union three children were born, Robert, Rex and Dale.

She worked as a stenographer in Kearney, NE, a manager of a Tire and Battery store in Grand Island and as a manager of Lots to Love in the North Platte Mall after her boys graduated from High school. She was active in DAR serving as an officer, and RSVP in North Platte. She was a 50 year member of First United Methodist Church. She and Roy enjoyed traveling, they visiting all 50 states, China, Russia, Europe, New Zealand, Canada and Australia.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Paul; sister, Irene; brother-in-law, Alfred Woodburn; sister-in-law, Leota Helzer; father-in-law, William Pressler; mother-in-law, Goldie Pressler; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Dorsey and Opal Gay, Elwin and Lucille Ferrisand Arnold and Ruby Shultz.

She is survived by her husband, Roy Pressler; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill and Jean Pressler; sons, Robert and LouAnn Pressler of Fort Worth, TX, Rex and Cindy Pressler of Glendale, AZ, and Dale Susan Pressler of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday Nov.20, 2020 with Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Family Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be Thursday November 19, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the First Methodist Church in North Platte. CDC COVID-19 guidelines will be respected and social distancing and the wearing of masks. The service will be lived streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those who cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Phyllis Lorene Pressler, age&nbsp; 92, of Fort Worth, Texas, originally from North Platte, Nebraska, passed away November 14, 2020.She was born on September 16, 1928 to Phillip and Eunice Helzer in Cairo, NE where she attended elementary school and graduated from Cairo High School. She married Roy Pressler on June 26, 1949 and lived in Hordville, NE, Gibbon, NE, Gothenburg, NE, North Platte, NE, and recently in Fort Worth, TX to be closer to her family. To this union three children were born, Robert, Rex and Dale.She worked as a stenographer in Kearney, NE, a manager of a Tire and Battery store in Grand Island and as a manager of Lots to Love in the North Platte Mall after her boys graduated from High school. She was active in DAR serving as an officer, and RSVP in North Platte. She was a 50 year member of First United Methodist Church. She and Roy enjoyed traveling, they visiting all 50 states, China, Russia, Europe, New Zealand, Canada and Australia.She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Paul; sister, Irene; brother-in-law, Alfred Woodburn; sister-in-law, Leota Helzer; father-in-law, William Pressler; mother-in-law, Goldie Pressler; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Dorsey and Opal Gay, Elwin and Lucille Ferrisand Arnold and Ruby Shultz.She is survived by her husband, Roy Pressler; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill and Jean Pressler; sons, Robert and LouAnn Pressler of Fort Worth, TX, Rex and Cindy Pressler of Glendale, AZ, and Dale Susan Pressler of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday Nov.20, 2020 with Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp officiating at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Family Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be Thursday November 19, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.Memorials are suggested to the First Methodist Church in North Platte. CDC COVID-19 guidelines will be respected and social distancing and the wearing of masks. The service will be lived streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those who cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19.&nbsp;

Phyllis Lorene Pressler  (1928-2020)

Delbert T. Greeley, age 89, of North Platte, NE passed away November 17, 2020 at home. He was born on January 20, 1931 at North Platte to William Ted Greeley and Orpha E. (Powell) and grew up in North Platte.

He entered the United States Navy on May 31, 1949 and was honorably discharged on June 2, 1950.

Delbert was united in marriage to Dorothy Pebley on October 13, 1950.

He was a member of The North Platte Baptist Church, VFW, Eagles Club, American Legion and Moose Lodge.

Delbert is survived by grandsons, Joshua Greeley, Todd Roberts, James Evan, Shawn Scott and Cody Scott; granddaughters, Dawn Marie Briesch, Heather (Greg) Smolik, Dezarae Greeley; daughters-in-law, Linda Greeley and Kathy Greeley; son in law, Michael Scott; sister-in law, Sarah “Ginny” Harold ; several great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephew and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Dorothy; sons, Dale and Dee and daughter, Kathy.

Graveside Memorial Services will be 9:30a.m.on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska with Full Military Honors. Pastor Bill Reeves of the North Platte Baptist church will be officiating.

Memorials may be made to the family for later designation. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19. The service will be streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those that cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

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 </figure>Delbert T. Greeley, age 89, of North Platte, NE passed away November 17, 2020 at home. He was born on January 20, 1931 at North Platte to William Ted Greeley and Orpha E. (Powell) and grew up in North Platte.He entered the United States Navy on May 31, 1949 and was honorably discharged on June 2, 1950.Delbert was united in marriage to Dorothy Pebley on October 13, 1950.He was a member of The North Platte Baptist Church, VFW, Eagles Club, American Legion and Moose Lodge.Delbert is survived by grandsons, Joshua Greeley, Todd Roberts, James Evan, Shawn Scott and Cody Scott; granddaughters, Dawn Marie Briesch, Heather (Greg) Smolik, Dezarae Greeley; daughters-in-law, Linda Greeley and Kathy Greeley; son in law, Michael Scott; sister-in law, Sarah “Ginny” Harold ; several great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephew and cousins.He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Dorothy; sons, Dale and Dee and daughter, Kathy.Graveside Memorial Services will be 9:30a.m.on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska with Full Military Honors. Pastor Bill Reeves of the North Platte Baptist church will be officiating.Memorials may be made to the family for later designation. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19. The service will be streamed via Carpenter Memorial Chapel’s Facebook page for those that cannot attend. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to www.carpentermemorial.com.

Delbert T. Greeley  (1931-2020)

Patricia L. Harris, age 63, of rural Cozad, Nebraska died Sunday November 15th 2020, in Lincoln Nebraska.

Perch was born February 4th, 1957 in Gothenburg Nebr. to Tony and Bernice (Rasmussen) Gronewold.&nbsp; She grew up in Gothenburg and graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1975. She then attended Kearney State College.

On May 19th, 1979 she married James Harris on her family farm north of Gothenburg. The couple first lived near Brady, Nebraska. Then in 1985 moved to their home south of Gothenburg, where it took her several years before she was able to claim to be a "Southsider".

She was a lifelong member of the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg. Perch was a member of the Getaways Extension Club for 35 years. Perch had a knack for gardening and raising flowers and had many gardens as well as a love for house plants. She was always surrounded by dogs and cats her entire life and had many special ones but none like Gus. Perch had been employed at Pete's Lounge, Ribbons and Roses Floral, and her last job was as a truck dispatcher for the Nebraska Salt and Grain Co.

Surviving relatives include her husband of 41 years, James, of rural Cozad; daughter Barrie and husband Adam Kuhn of Lincoln, NE; sister Carol and husband Ron Hudson of Shelton, NE; brother Loren Gronewold and wife Carol of Sedona, Az., brother-in-law Mike Ripp of Kearney, NE; and brother-in-law Carol Kinnaman of Bloomington, lI.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Karma Ripp and Karen Kinnaman.

Services will be held at American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, November 20, 2020 at 10:30 am with Pastor Jon Mapa officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Face Masks are required at the American Lutheran Church.

Memorials are suggested to the American Lutheran Church or the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Dept.

Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Patricia L. Harris, age 63, of rural Cozad, Nebraska died Sunday November 15th 2020, in Lincoln Nebraska.Perch was born February 4th, 1957 in Gothenburg Nebr. to Tony and Bernice (Rasmussen) Gronewold.&nbsp; She grew up in Gothenburg and graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1975. She then attended Kearney State College.On May 19th, 1979 she married James Harris on her family farm north of Gothenburg. The couple first lived near Brady, Nebraska. Then in 1985 moved to their home south of Gothenburg, where it took her several years before she was able to claim to be a "Southsider".She was a lifelong member of the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg. Perch was a member of the Getaways Extension Club for 35 years. Perch had a knack for gardening and raising flowers and had many gardens as well as a love for house plants. She was always surrounded by dogs and cats her entire life and had many special ones but none like Gus. Perch had been employed at Pete's Lounge, Ribbons and Roses Floral, and her last job was as a truck dispatcher for the Nebraska Salt and Grain Co.Surviving relatives include her husband of 41 years, James, of rural Cozad; daughter Barrie and husband Adam Kuhn of Lincoln, NE; sister Carol and husband Ron Hudson of Shelton, NE; brother Loren Gronewold and wife Carol of Sedona, Az., brother-in-law Mike Ripp of Kearney, NE; and brother-in-law Carol Kinnaman of Bloomington, lI.She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Karma Ripp and Karen Kinnaman.Services will be held at American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, November 20, 2020 at 10:30 am with Pastor Jon Mapa officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Face Masks are required at the American Lutheran Church.Memorials are suggested to the American Lutheran Church or the Gothenburg Volunteer Fire Dept.Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg is in charge of arrangements.

Patricia L. "Perch" Harris  (1957-2020)

Zella Mae Sanders, age 90, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died November 14, 2020 at Stone Hearth Estates, Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Zella Mae was born on April 1, 1930 to William and Margaret (Fox)Wilson near Moorefield, NE.&nbsp; Zella Mae grew up on the family farm south of Moorefield and attended Boston Ridge Country School near the family farm until 8th grade.

She resided on the family farm&nbsp; in Moorefield, NE.&nbsp; &nbsp;She married Kenneth E. Sanders on March 3, 1948 in North Platte, NE. Zella Mae and Kenneth lived on the family farm until they moved to Gothenburg, NE. &nbsp; Zella Mae loved the outdoors and working by Kenneth's side through the years.&nbsp; She loved her flowers and always attending to them.&nbsp; Zella Mae loved her Bible studies through the years. Walking was always one of her favorite past times. She and Kenneth loved to travel and enjoyed going square dancing. She was very involved in her church, worked with the children at Awanas as long as health would let her and MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) was always a favorite of hers.

Zella Mae was a member of Cornerstone Bible Church, (formerly Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church) for many years.&nbsp;

Survivors include many nieces and nephews, and many, many friends.

Zella Mae was preceded in death by husband, Kenneth Earl Sanders, sister, Ruby Hanes, father, William Wilson, mother, Margaret Wilson, four Brothers, Elmer, Homer, Lee, Delbert and one infant sister Luella Wilson.

Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Wednesday, November 18, 2020,&nbsp; 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

Private family funeral will be held at Cornerstone Bible Church, November 19, 2020 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Scott Newman officiating, and will be Live Streamed for the Public on the Cornerstone Bible Church Gothenburg YouTube Page.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Public Burial will be held at 1:30 PM, the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, NE.

Memorials may be given to the Cornerstone Bible Church or Meals on Wheels.

Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE is entrusted with the arrangements.

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 </figure>Zella Mae Sanders, age 90, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died November 14, 2020 at Stone Hearth Estates, Gothenburg, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Zella Mae was born on April 1, 1930 to William and Margaret (Fox)Wilson near Moorefield, NE.&nbsp; Zella Mae grew up on the family farm south of Moorefield and attended Boston Ridge Country School near the family farm until 8th grade.She resided on the family farm&nbsp; in Moorefield, NE.&nbsp; &nbsp;She married Kenneth E. Sanders on March 3, 1948 in North Platte, NE. Zella Mae and Kenneth lived on the family farm until they moved to Gothenburg, NE. &nbsp; Zella Mae loved the outdoors and working by Kenneth's side through the years.&nbsp; She loved her flowers and always attending to them.&nbsp; Zella Mae loved her Bible studies through the years. Walking was always one of her favorite past times. She and Kenneth loved to travel and enjoyed going square dancing. She was very involved in her church, worked with the children at Awanas as long as health would let her and MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) was always a favorite of hers.Zella Mae was a member of Cornerstone Bible Church, (formerly Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church) for many years.&nbsp;Survivors include many nieces and nephews, and many, many friends.Zella Mae was preceded in death by husband, Kenneth Earl Sanders, sister, Ruby Hanes, father, William Wilson, mother, Margaret Wilson, four Brothers, Elmer, Homer, Lee, Delbert and one infant sister Luella Wilson.Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Gothenburg, Nebraska; Wednesday, November 18, 2020,&nbsp; 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM.Private family funeral will be held at Cornerstone Bible Church, November 19, 2020 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Scott Newman officiating, and will be Live Streamed for the Public on the Cornerstone Bible Church Gothenburg YouTube Page.&nbsp;&nbsp;Public Burial will be held at 1:30 PM, the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, NE.Memorials may be given to the Cornerstone Bible Church or Meals on Wheels.Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Gothenburg, NE is entrusted with the arrangements.

Zella Mae Sanders  (1930-2020)

John Lawrence Linsley, age 76, of North Platte, Nebraska died November 17, 2020 at Centennial Park in North Platte. He had 9 brothers and sisters.

John graduated from East High in Sioux City, Iowa, with the class of 1962. Attended Morningside College following graduation majoring in chemistry. Enlisted in the United States Navy at age 19, following the footsteps of his father. John served in England, the North Sea and stateside. He worked as a clerk at a grocery store and gas station. He lived in San Diego before moving to Omaha. He moved to North Platte in 2007 where he settled in and has lived since.

Survivors include his many friends and caregivers at the Liberty House.

Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Friday, November 20, 2020 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend Ryan Alexander officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with military honors. Visitation will be noon to 8pm, Thursday, November 19, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home. The service will be lived streamed on Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those who cannot attend. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19. Masks are suggested.

Memorial has been established to the Liberty House, North Platte, Nebraska. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

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 </figure>John Lawrence Linsley, age 76, of North Platte, Nebraska died November 17, 2020 at Centennial Park in North Platte. He had 9 brothers and sisters.John graduated from East High in Sioux City, Iowa, with the class of 1962. Attended Morningside College following graduation majoring in chemistry. Enlisted in the United States Navy at age 19, following the footsteps of his father. John served in England, the North Sea and stateside. He worked as a clerk at a grocery store and gas station. He lived in San Diego before moving to Omaha. He moved to North Platte in 2007 where he settled in and has lived since.Survivors include his many friends and caregivers at the Liberty House.Services will be held 9:00 a.m., Friday, November 20, 2020 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend Ryan Alexander officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with military honors. Visitation will be noon to 8pm, Thursday, November 19, at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home. The service will be lived streamed on Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home Facebook page for those who cannot attend. Services will be held following all current health directives regarding Covid-19. Masks are suggested.Memorial has been established to the Liberty House, North Platte, Nebraska. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

John Lawrence Linsley  (1944-2020)

Bryce Daniel Wood, age 20, of North Platte, Nebraska died November 12, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. He was born in North Platte, on February 11, 2000 to Adrian Wood and Jessica Lynn Wood.

Bryce lived and worked in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School in 2018.

Bryce had an unparalleled passion for the outdoors. Most often he could be found hunting or at the inlet fishing. Bryce was known for having a “magic hook”, no fish was safe from him. He enjoyed playing pinball and the Big Buck Hunter games. He has a contagious smile and was loved by everyone he met. Bryce has a large family that loved him and he will be deeply missed.

Survivors include: father; Adrian (Paula) Wood, North Platte, mother; Jessica (Ethan Kraus) Wood, Lodgepole, Nebraska, stepfather; Dave Hotes, Sidney, Nebraska, grandparent’s; Kenneth (Coleen) Wood, North Platte, Kathy (Sam) Forrester, Gothenburg, Nebraska, Denise Markussen Nelsen (Rick Pelletier), Julesburg, Colorado, great-grandparents; Betty Betz, Greeley, Colorado, aunts and uncles: Arlyn (Lori) Wood, North Platte, Amy (Jay) Harrison, Loveland, Colorado, Kelly (Lisa) Nelson, great uncles; Chris (Chrissy) Wood, Lynn (Shirley) Wood, Jim Wood all of North Platte, Don (Claudia) Wood, El Paso, Texas, Mike (Jamie) Barnaby, Greeley, Colorado siblings; Harlee, Denim, Joslynn and Gage Hotes, Messiah Moul, Dennis and Bailee Kraus of Lodgepole, Nebraska, Colton Lentz, McCook, Nebraska; close friends; Tim Merica, Adam Kelsey, Keegan Cummings, Shane Klasna.&nbsp; He is also survived by so many other family and friends that we are unable to mention.

Bryce was preceded in death by; great-grandmother, Leora Wood, great-grandfather Don Betz, and Aunt Lori Nelson.

Honorary Pallbearers are: Ethyn Wood, Keegan Cummings, Tim Merica, Shane Klasna, Nathan Wood, Jason Davis, Ty Davis, Arlyn Wood

The family has established a memorial in Bryce’s name and can be directed to Go Fund Me under Bryce’s Memorial:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.gofundme.com/f/bryce039s-memorial?utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=m_pd*share-sheet&amp;fbclid=IwAR1rW3N14bveFRgaBCzYdnY0VywOYf0GlghziAmKE68BKnu2B3CXd11uh-M__;Kw!!G2OgMis!O2pS32NfHrP-fOmWOdURqbHT33lmkmN-7MulUCBvxpjTXxtxK9XVDbr_sk84whTYCQ$">Bryce Go Fund Me</a>

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

Services will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Parkview Church of the Nazarene with the Reverend James Trippett officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, November 19, 2020, noon – 8 pm, with family receiving friends from 6 – 8 PM.&nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements. The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those not able to attend. Masks are requested for those attending any of the services and social distancing guidelines will be followed.

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 </figure>Bryce Daniel Wood, age 20, of North Platte, Nebraska died November 12, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. He was born in North Platte, on February 11, 2000 to Adrian Wood and Jessica Lynn Wood.Bryce lived and worked in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School in 2018.Bryce had an unparalleled passion for the outdoors. Most often he could be found hunting or at the inlet fishing. Bryce was known for having a “magic hook”, no fish was safe from him. He enjoyed playing pinball and the Big Buck Hunter games. He has a contagious smile and was loved by everyone he met. Bryce has a large family that loved him and he will be deeply missed.Survivors include: father; Adrian (Paula) Wood, North Platte, mother; Jessica (Ethan Kraus) Wood, Lodgepole, Nebraska, stepfather; Dave Hotes, Sidney, Nebraska, grandparent’s; Kenneth (Coleen) Wood, North Platte, Kathy (Sam) Forrester, Gothenburg, Nebraska, Denise Markussen Nelsen (Rick Pelletier), Julesburg, Colorado, great-grandparents; Betty Betz, Greeley, Colorado, aunts and uncles: Arlyn (Lori) Wood, North Platte, Amy (Jay) Harrison, Loveland, Colorado, Kelly (Lisa) Nelson, great uncles; Chris (Chrissy) Wood, Lynn (Shirley) Wood, Jim Wood all of North Platte, Don (Claudia) Wood, El Paso, Texas, Mike (Jamie) Barnaby, Greeley, Colorado siblings; Harlee, Denim, Joslynn and Gage Hotes, Messiah Moul, Dennis and Bailee Kraus of Lodgepole, Nebraska, Colton Lentz, McCook, Nebraska; close friends; Tim Merica, Adam Kelsey, Keegan Cummings, Shane Klasna.&nbsp; He is also survived by so many other family and friends that we are unable to mention.Bryce was preceded in death by; great-grandmother, Leora Wood, great-grandfather Don Betz, and Aunt Lori Nelson.Honorary Pallbearers are: Ethyn Wood, Keegan Cummings, Tim Merica, Shane Klasna, Nathan Wood, Jason Davis, Ty Davis, Arlyn WoodThe family has established a memorial in Bryce’s name and can be directed to Go Fund Me under Bryce’s Memorial:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.gofundme.com/f/bryce039s-memorial?utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=m_pd*share-sheet&amp;fbclid=IwAR1rW3N14bveFRgaBCzYdnY0VywOYf0GlghziAmKE68BKnu2B3CXd11uh-M__;Kw!!G2OgMis!O2pS32NfHrP-fOmWOdURqbHT33lmkmN-7MulUCBvxpjTXxtxK9XVDbr_sk84whTYCQ$">Bryce Go Fund Me</a>Online condolences may be shared at www. adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Parkview Church of the Nazarene with the Reverend James Trippett officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, November 19, 2020, noon – 8 pm, with family receiving friends from 6 – 8 PM.&nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements. The service will be livestreamed on the Adams &amp; Swanson Facebook page for those not able to attend. Masks are requested for those attending any of the services and social distancing guidelines will be followed.

Bryce Daniel Wood  (2000-2020)

Mildred Evelyn Baxter, age 101, of Palisade, NE passed away at her home in Palisade on November 16, 2020.

Mildred was born October 10, 1919 in Hickman, NE to parents Guy and Lillie (Wissell) Birt.&nbsp; She was one of four children born to this union.&nbsp; Mildred attended school in Hickman, graduating as Valedictorian of the Class of 1937.&nbsp; She then went on to attend the University of Nebraska where she obtained her teaching certificate.

Mildred married the love of her life, Viron Baxter, on June 2, 1942 in Hickman. The couple made their home in Palisade, Viron’s hometown, where Mildred taught elementary school before becoming the proud parents of four children; Judith Ann was born in 1944 while Viron was in Italy during WWII, Barbara Jean was born in 1946, Patricia Louise in 1951 and David Eugene in 1954.&nbsp; Mildred also worked at the Frenchman Valley Bank, retiring in 1986.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mildred’s earliest childhood memories included losing her mother at the age of three and her twin brother a short time before, walking a mile and a half to school each day, milking cows and picking cherries and mulberries.&nbsp;

Mildred was a member of the United Methodist Church in Palisade.&nbsp; She loved to sing and direct the choir and sang many solos in various events over the years.&nbsp; She was active in Eastern Star as well as other masonic organizations and community clubs, which included Girl Scouts and Club Scouts. Mildred will be remembered as a fantastic baker. She decorated many birthday cakes over the years and baked delicious pies with the best crusts.&nbsp; Mildred was a certified EMT, she sewed lots of clothes for her kids over the years, she loved to travel, read books, listen to audio books and most of all, she loved spending time with her family.&nbsp;

Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; step mothers, Emma Birt in 1945 and Florence Birt in 1988; her husband, Viron Baxter in 2015; twin brother, Milton Birt; and her two sisters, Eileen Birt and Myra Williams.

Those left to celebrate her life include her children, David (Debi) Baxter of Driggs, ID, Judith (Darrel) Wissmann of Bertrand, NE, Barbara (Jon) Reilly of Omaha, NE and Patricia (Gerald) Post of Palisade; six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Visitation with family present to greet friends will be on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral service will be held on Friday, November 20, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Palisade United Methodist Church in Palisade, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Palisade Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Palisade Methodist Church or the Palisade Fire &amp; Rescue.&nbsp; Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Mildred Evelyn Baxter, age 101, of Palisade, NE passed away at her home in Palisade on November 16, 2020.Mildred was born October 10, 1919 in Hickman, NE to parents Guy and Lillie (Wissell) Birt.&nbsp; She was one of four children born to this union.&nbsp; Mildred attended school in Hickman, graduating as Valedictorian of the Class of 1937.&nbsp; She then went on to attend the University of Nebraska where she obtained her teaching certificate.Mildred married the love of her life, Viron Baxter, on June 2, 1942 in Hickman. The couple made their home in Palisade, Viron’s hometown, where Mildred taught elementary school before becoming the proud parents of four children; Judith Ann was born in 1944 while Viron was in Italy during WWII, Barbara Jean was born in 1946, Patricia Louise in 1951 and David Eugene in 1954.&nbsp; Mildred also worked at the Frenchman Valley Bank, retiring in 1986.&nbsp; &nbsp;Mildred’s earliest childhood memories included losing her mother at the age of three and her twin brother a short time before, walking a mile and a half to school each day, milking cows and picking cherries and mulberries.&nbsp;Mildred was a member of the United Methodist Church in Palisade.&nbsp; She loved to sing and direct the choir and sang many solos in various events over the years.&nbsp; She was active in Eastern Star as well as other masonic organizations and community clubs, which included Girl Scouts and Club Scouts. Mildred will be remembered as a fantastic baker. She decorated many birthday cakes over the years and baked delicious pies with the best crusts.&nbsp; Mildred was a certified EMT, she sewed lots of clothes for her kids over the years, she loved to travel, read books, listen to audio books and most of all, she loved spending time with her family.&nbsp;Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; step mothers, Emma Birt in 1945 and Florence Birt in 1988; her husband, Viron Baxter in 2015; twin brother, Milton Birt; and her two sisters, Eileen Birt and Myra Williams.Those left to celebrate her life include her children, David (Debi) Baxter of Driggs, ID, Judith (Darrel) Wissmann of Bertrand, NE, Barbara (Jon) Reilly of Omaha, NE and Patricia (Gerald) Post of Palisade; six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.Visitation with family present to greet friends will be on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral service will be held on Friday, November 20, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Palisade United Methodist Church in Palisade, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Palisade Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Palisade Methodist Church or the Palisade Fire &amp; Rescue.&nbsp; Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Mildren Evelyn Baxter  (1919-2020)

Ervin Eugene Gerver, age 85, passed away on November 16, 2020 at Community Hospital in McCook, NE with his family by his side.

Ervin Eugene (Gene) Gerver was born in St. Francis, KS on June 7, 1935 to Ervin and Dorothy (Toohey) Gerver. During his youth, the family lived in Kansas, Colorado and settled in McCook, NE where Gene graduated in 1954.

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 </figure>Ervin Eugene Gerver, age 85, passed away on November 16, 2020 at Community Hospital in McCook, NE with his family by his side.Ervin Eugene (Gene) Gerver was born in St. Francis, KS on June 7, 1935 to Ervin and Dorothy (Toohey) Gerver. During his youth, the family lived in Kansas, Colorado and settled in McCook, NE where Gene graduated in 1954.Gene married Voleta (Joan) Randolph on December 5, 1955.&nbsp; They raised four children:&nbsp; Kathy, Theresa (Pete), Sandra (Sandy) and William (Bill). McCook was home but Gene’s love of driving took the family to many places such as Yellowstone, Black Hills, the Denver Zoo and Worlds of Fun in Kansas City. They also visited family on these trips.Gene belonged to the McCook Jaycees and the Elks. He also helped with the Girl Scouts by setting up the campgrounds before the week-long camp started for the troops around the area. He gladly served as a softball coach for his girls. On Gene’s 45th birthday he received a unique gift, a grandson, Matthew Tiller.Gene worked many jobs. Trucking and mechanic work were his favorites.&nbsp; Anytime he could drive would make him happy. At age 63, Gene retired from Consolidated Motor Freight and began his new career at home. Gene enjoyed hunting, fishing, helping out wherever he was needed, and&nbsp;traveling with Joan in search for information on their ancestry. They traveled to Del Rio, TX for the winter for 15 years.&nbsp; They resided in their 5th wheel camper at the same campground where they made even more friends.When Gene’s health started to fail, they quit going and enjoyed playing cards with whoever would show up and play with them.Gene was preceded in death by his parents; and his sisters, JoAnn and Clara Ruth.Gene is survived by his wife Joan; his four children; Kathy Gerver, Theresa (Jim) Tiller, Sandy (Pat) Wesch and Bill (Toni) Gerver; his grandchildren; Brock (Stephanie) Malcolm, Bryce Malcolm, Brendon (girlfriend Shayla) Malcolm, Matthew (Daisy) Tiller, Deana (Bryan) McWhorter, Bret (Maggie) Tiller, Chelsey (Lee) Benes, Marie Wesch, Danni (Walter) Pedersen, Scott (Tristen) Wesch, Chance Gerver and Nick Gerver; thirteen great grandsons and four great granddaughters; his sister, Alice O’Dea of Scott City, KS; aunt Vola Fenner of Goodland, KS and many cousins and friends.Private family inurnment will be at Memorial Park in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; Carpenter-Breland&nbsp; Funeral Home in McCook is entrusted with the arrangements.

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