Gloria Mae Lloyd,age 82, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 31, 2020.

Gloria was born to Glenn S. and Zelma (Flock) Dodson at Maywood, Nebraska on November 15, 1937.&nbsp; She grew up in Maywood where she graduated from high school then went on to attend Kearney Teacher's College in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; Following her graduation, Gloria started teaching in Hershey, Nebraska, then Maywood, Nebraska Country Schools.

On June 6, 1957, Gloria was united in marriage to Billy Joe Lloyd at Riverside, Califoria.&nbsp; They lived in several Nebraska communities including Fremont, McCook and eventually North Platte.&nbsp; Gloria had worked for Gibson's Pharmacy then Craven's Pharmacy until retiring to care for her husband.

Gloria later went to work as a night clerk at the Pawnee Hotel for a short time then, with an interest in antiques, she worked at Red Roof Antiques for several years.&nbsp; She liked going to estate sales to find treasures for her booth at Red Roof and she liked restoring furniture.&nbsp; She also enjoyed gardening and doing yard work.&nbsp; Gloria especially loved her family and liked taking care of them.

She is survived by her daughters, Susan (Robert) Nolan, Sheryl (Frank) Davis and Stacey Happle, all of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Rachael Nolan, Jessica (Shawn) Hruza, Matthew (Lexi) Nolan, Gloria Soto (John Anderson, Jr., Bradley DeCent (Amanda Pearson, Chrystal Bethke, Brandi (Nick) Reynolds and Desirae Bethke; sisters, Marylin (Marvin) Henry, of Maywood, Nebraska and Judy (Gene) Catt, of McCook, Nebraska; as well as 30 great-grandchildren and many other family.

Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe; grandson, Denny DeCent; and parents, Glenn and Zelma Dodson.

Cremation was chosen and family will have a private family inurnment in Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Gloria Mae Lloyd,age 82, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 31, 2020.Gloria was born to Glenn S. and Zelma (Flock) Dodson at Maywood, Nebraska on November 15, 1937.&nbsp; She grew up in Maywood where she graduated from high school then went on to attend Kearney Teacher's College in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; Following her graduation, Gloria started teaching in Hershey, Nebraska, then Maywood, Nebraska Country Schools.On June 6, 1957, Gloria was united in marriage to Billy Joe Lloyd at Riverside, Califoria.&nbsp; They lived in several Nebraska communities including Fremont, McCook and eventually North Platte.&nbsp; Gloria had worked for Gibson's Pharmacy then Craven's Pharmacy until retiring to care for her husband.Gloria later went to work as a night clerk at the Pawnee Hotel for a short time then, with an interest in antiques, she worked at Red Roof Antiques for several years.&nbsp; She liked going to estate sales to find treasures for her booth at Red Roof and she liked restoring furniture.&nbsp; She also enjoyed gardening and doing yard work.&nbsp; Gloria especially loved her family and liked taking care of them.She is survived by her daughters, Susan (Robert) Nolan, Sheryl (Frank) Davis and Stacey Happle, all of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Rachael Nolan, Jessica (Shawn) Hruza, Matthew (Lexi) Nolan, Gloria Soto (John Anderson, Jr., Bradley DeCent (Amanda Pearson, Chrystal Bethke, Brandi (Nick) Reynolds and Desirae Bethke; sisters, Marylin (Marvin) Henry, of Maywood, Nebraska and Judy (Gene) Catt, of McCook, Nebraska; as well as 30 great-grandchildren and many other family.Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe; grandson, Denny DeCent; and parents, Glenn and Zelma Dodson.Cremation was chosen and family will have a private family inurnment in Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska, which is in charge of arrangements.

Gloria Lloyd (1937-2020

Beatriz Emilia Molina, went to heaven on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at the age of 47.

Beatriz was born in El Salvador on December 23, 1972, to Mario and Alicia Tacuri.&nbsp; When she was 11 years old, Beatriz and her brother, Pedro, came to America to live with their mother in California.&nbsp; She went on to graduate from San Fernando High School then took classes to become a Dental Technician.

Beatriz was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.&nbsp; On February 14, 2003, Beatriz was united in marriage to Oscar Molina at the Portland Oregon Temple.&nbsp; They lived in California and Oregon before moving to North Platte in 2008.&nbsp; Together, Beatriz and Oscar, opened and operated dental labs in California and North Platte.&nbsp; She liked doing the marketing and public relations for their business.

Beatriz was a loving wife and mother.&nbsp; She was kind, charitable and generous to others.&nbsp; She liked people and loved being around her family.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Pedro Peraza.

Beatriz leaves behind her husband, Oscar, and parents, Mario and Alicia Tacuri, all of North Platte; her children, Yvonne Alfaro, of San Antonio, Texas, Brayan Alfaro, of Austin, Texas and Adam, Nickolas and Jeremy Molina, all of North Platte; grandson, Nathaniel Magner; and many extended family members.

Cremation was chosen and services will be later.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Beatriz Emilia Molina, went to heaven on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at the age of 47.Beatriz was born in El Salvador on December 23, 1972, to Mario and Alicia Tacuri.&nbsp; When she was 11 years old, Beatriz and her brother, Pedro, came to America to live with their mother in California.&nbsp; She went on to graduate from San Fernando High School then took classes to become a Dental Technician.Beatriz was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.&nbsp; On February 14, 2003, Beatriz was united in marriage to Oscar Molina at the Portland Oregon Temple.&nbsp; They lived in California and Oregon before moving to North Platte in 2008.&nbsp; Together, Beatriz and Oscar, opened and operated dental labs in California and North Platte.&nbsp; She liked doing the marketing and public relations for their business.Beatriz was a loving wife and mother.&nbsp; She was kind, charitable and generous to others.&nbsp; She liked people and loved being around her family.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.She was preceded in death by her brother, Pedro Peraza.Beatriz leaves behind her husband, Oscar, and parents, Mario and Alicia Tacuri, all of North Platte; her children, Yvonne Alfaro, of San Antonio, Texas, Brayan Alfaro, of Austin, Texas and Adam, Nickolas and Jeremy Molina, all of North Platte; grandson, Nathaniel Magner; and many extended family members.Cremation was chosen and services will be later.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Beatriz Emilia Molina (1972-2020

Sharon Lee Thompson, 79, of North Platte, passed away May 27, 2020 at home.&nbsp; She was born December 5, 1940 to Andrew and Ruth (Amthauer) Jensen in Junction City, Kansas.

Sharon grew up in Kansas and moved to Iowa with her family when she was young.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte around 1960 and married Gilbert “Carl” Thompson on April 21, 1963.&nbsp; Sharon worked at Holiday Inn when her kids were small, then worked at Pawnee Hotel and North Platte Care Center.

Sharon will be remembered as a great mother, grandmother, and sister who had a big personality and always looked good.&nbsp; She enjoyed her little girl Coco and loved to dance and go for rides.

Survivors include her children, Kathy (Curtis) Musgrove of Beloit, KS, Wes (Michelle) Thompson of North Platte, Gene (Chrissy) Thompson of York; grandchildren, Travis ( Hannah) Gartner of North Platte, Elizabeth Thompson of North Platte, Courtney (Kendrick) Coffin of Kent, Ohio; great grandchildren, Emma, Ashley, Brooklyn, Kaiah; sisters, Sherry Rueckert of Minnesota, Debra Dike of North Platte; special friend, Gary Lehl; step-children, Vernon Tomlinson of North Platte, Daniel (Kay) Tomlinson of Hershey, Herbert Tomlinson of York, Debbie (Kenny) Durrant of Nebraska City; numerous other step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, family members and friends.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl; granddaughter, Elizabeth; brother, Ronald Mitchell.

Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 30, 2020 at Harvest Christian Fellowship with Reverend Jeremy Rinke officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held noon-5:00 p.m., Friday, May 29, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Sharon Lee Thompson, 79, of North Platte, passed away May 27, 2020 at home.&nbsp; She was born December 5, 1940 to Andrew and Ruth (Amthauer) Jensen in Junction City, Kansas.Sharon grew up in Kansas and moved to Iowa with her family when she was young.&nbsp; She moved to North Platte around 1960 and married Gilbert “Carl” Thompson on April 21, 1963.&nbsp; Sharon worked at Holiday Inn when her kids were small, then worked at Pawnee Hotel and North Platte Care Center.Sharon will be remembered as a great mother, grandmother, and sister who had a big personality and always looked good.&nbsp; She enjoyed her little girl Coco and loved to dance and go for rides.Survivors include her children, Kathy (Curtis) Musgrove of Beloit, KS, Wes (Michelle) Thompson of North Platte, Gene (Chrissy) Thompson of York; grandchildren, Travis ( Hannah) Gartner of North Platte, Elizabeth Thompson of North Platte, Courtney (Kendrick) Coffin of Kent, Ohio; great grandchildren, Emma, Ashley, Brooklyn, Kaiah; sisters, Sherry Rueckert of Minnesota, Debra Dike of North Platte; special friend, Gary Lehl; step-children, Vernon Tomlinson of North Platte, Daniel (Kay) Tomlinson of Hershey, Herbert Tomlinson of York, Debbie (Kenny) Durrant of Nebraska City; numerous other step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, family members and friends.Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl; granddaughter, Elizabeth; brother, Ronald Mitchell.Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 30, 2020 at Harvest Christian Fellowship with Reverend Jeremy Rinke officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 1, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held noon-5:00 p.m., Friday, May 29, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Sharon Lee Thompson (1940-2020

Born April 3, 1927 to Farrell and Orpha Willma (Foust) Bentley in Blanchard, Iowa.

Lived with parents and went to school in Kearney and Scottsbluff, Nebraska and Shenandoah and Blanchard, Iowa.

Lived in Iowa with grandparents Charles and Maude Foust, with sister Jeanne from age 7 to 17. Went to school in Blanchard, Iowa and spent summers in St. Louis with their mother.

Graduated valedictorian from Blanchard Memorial High School in 1944. Went to St. Louis after graduation.&nbsp; Attended Washington University and graduated from Margaret Hickey’s School for secretaries.&nbsp; Went to work for Scruggs, Vandervoot &amp; Barney while still in school.&nbsp; Moved to San Francisco with mother and worked for Equitable Fire and Marine Insurance Company in the financial district.

While in San Francisco met a sailor, a friend from high school, Fred Mullins.

Moved back to St. Louis in 1946 and went to work for Blackwell Weilandy. When Fred was discharged in August of 1946, he came to St. Louis on his way back to Iowa to his family.&nbsp; &nbsp;He came back to St. Louis for Thanksgiving with an engagement ring and found employment there. They were married in Grace Lutheran Chapel in St. Louis on March 8, 1947.

Moved to Scottsbluff, worked for Tallon Audit, later Tallon, Martin &amp; Hill.&nbsp; Moved to Kimball, NE and then to Medicine Lake, MT. Moved back to Scottsbluff, worked at St. Mary Hospital as bookkeeper, for Scottsbluff Public Schools, Nebraska Department of Economic Development, worked in Congresswoman Virginia Smith’s office full time until 1990 when the congresswoman retired. Worked 21 years for A-OK Tax.

Member of the VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; Enjoyed bowling, swimming, and spending time with children, grandchildren, and friends.

Survivors include son, Morgan Mullins, Scottsbluff; daughters, Rebecca Bartlett, North Fort Myers, FL, Cara (Kent) Priel, North Platte, Melissa Holiday, Lincoln; brother Darrell (Janet) Bentley, Gering; sisters, Elaine Dittman, Lancaster, CA and Jolene Bollacker, Amarillo, TX; grandchildren, Angela Heinz, Krista Carpenter, Edward Mullins, Elaine Jones, Dane’ Gallardo, Alex Gallardo, Barbara Falaschi, Brittany Mullins, Emily Mullins, Erinn Mullins, Christopher Holiday; great grandchildren, Justin, Kaela, Sarah, Nicholas, Travis, Destiny, Devon, Ryan, Hunter, Courtnie, Avery, Bronson, Alexandria, Andrew, Emaline, London; numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by husband, Fred Mullins; mother and stepfather, Ernest Bangs; father Farrell; stepmother Evelyn Bentley; beloved grandparents, Charles and Maude Foust; sister and best friend, Jeanne (Bentley) Rice; son, Lance Alan Mullins; son-in-law, Jeff Holiday; brothers-in-law ,Frank Rice, Melvin Dittman, Lanning Bollacker; many good-good friends.

Cremation was chosen. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Born April 3, 1927 to Farrell and Orpha Willma (Foust) Bentley in Blanchard, Iowa.Lived with parents and went to school in Kearney and Scottsbluff, Nebraska and Shenandoah and Blanchard, Iowa.Lived in Iowa with grandparents Charles and Maude Foust, with sister Jeanne from age 7 to 17. Went to school in Blanchard, Iowa and spent summers in St. Louis with their mother.Graduated valedictorian from Blanchard Memorial High School in 1944. Went to St. Louis after graduation.&nbsp; Attended Washington University and graduated from Margaret Hickey’s School for secretaries.&nbsp; Went to work for Scruggs, Vandervoot &amp; Barney while still in school.&nbsp; Moved to San Francisco with mother and worked for Equitable Fire and Marine Insurance Company in the financial district.While in San Francisco met a sailor, a friend from high school, Fred Mullins.Moved back to St. Louis in 1946 and went to work for Blackwell Weilandy. When Fred was discharged in August of 1946, he came to St. Louis on his way back to Iowa to his family.&nbsp; &nbsp;He came back to St. Louis for Thanksgiving with an engagement ring and found employment there. They were married in Grace Lutheran Chapel in St. Louis on March 8, 1947.Moved to Scottsbluff, worked for Tallon Audit, later Tallon, Martin &amp; Hill.&nbsp; Moved to Kimball, NE and then to Medicine Lake, MT. Moved back to Scottsbluff, worked at St. Mary Hospital as bookkeeper, for Scottsbluff Public Schools, Nebraska Department of Economic Development, worked in Congresswoman Virginia Smith’s office full time until 1990 when the congresswoman retired. Worked 21 years for A-OK Tax.Member of the VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; Enjoyed bowling, swimming, and spending time with children, grandchildren, and friends.Survivors include son, Morgan Mullins, Scottsbluff; daughters, Rebecca Bartlett, North Fort Myers, FL, Cara (Kent) Priel, North Platte, Melissa Holiday, Lincoln; brother Darrell (Janet) Bentley, Gering; sisters, Elaine Dittman, Lancaster, CA and Jolene Bollacker, Amarillo, TX; grandchildren, Angela Heinz, Krista Carpenter, Edward Mullins, Elaine Jones, Dane’ Gallardo, Alex Gallardo, Barbara Falaschi, Brittany Mullins, Emily Mullins, Erinn Mullins, Christopher Holiday; great grandchildren, Justin, Kaela, Sarah, Nicholas, Travis, Destiny, Devon, Ryan, Hunter, Courtnie, Avery, Bronson, Alexandria, Andrew, Emaline, London; numerous nieces and nephews.Preceded in death by husband, Fred Mullins; mother and stepfather, Ernest Bangs; father Farrell; stepmother Evelyn Bentley; beloved grandparents, Charles and Maude Foust; sister and best friend, Jeanne (Bentley) Rice; son, Lance Alan Mullins; son-in-law, Jeff Holiday; brothers-in-law ,Frank Rice, Melvin Dittman, Lanning Bollacker; many good-good friends.Cremation was chosen. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Beverly Joann (Bentley) Mullinns (1927-2020

Kimberly Kay (Debban) Soderholm, 61 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, (formerly of Holdrege) passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at her home in Kearney, following a courageous five year battle with cancer.&nbsp; Kim was born on January 15, 1959, in Lexington, Nebraska, the fourth of five children to Larry D. and Janet C. (Wortman) Debban.&nbsp; The family resided on a farm south of Elwood, Nebraska, until moving to Holdrege on January 1, 1961.&nbsp; Kim was baptized on March 1, 1959, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elwood, and confirmed on April 15, 1973, at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege.&nbsp; Her confirmation verse was:&nbsp;&nbsp;1&nbsp;John&nbsp;1:9, ESV: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."&nbsp;

As a child, Kim was an active swimmer.&nbsp; She joined the local swim team at five years old, after she had passed the test to go into the diving pool.&nbsp; Kim remembered competing in an Individual Medley Race, at a meet in Central Nebraska and lapping all her competitors at the young age of only six or seven years old.&nbsp; She received her education from Holdrege Public Schools, graduating from Holdrege High School with the class of 1977.&nbsp; Kim then pursued higher education in Cosmetology at Queen Ann Beauty School, graduating in 1978.&nbsp;

On December 1, 1978, during an ice storm, Kim was united in marriage to Thomas A. Soderholm at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege.&nbsp; The family made their home in Holdrege and to this union one son, Bradley was born in 1985.&nbsp; Following her graduation from beauty school, Kim worked for Carolyn Brown at the Loomis Shop.&nbsp; She purchased the 7th&nbsp;Avenue Beauty Salon in Holdrege and later moved the business to West Avenue, naming it, Kim’s Kut &amp; Kurl.&nbsp; Her passion was helping her clients look, and feel good about themselves; and in return life-long friends were formed.&nbsp; Kim sold her business to Monica Ehlers on December 19, 2012.&nbsp; In the fall of 2019, they relocated to Kearney.&nbsp; In her spare time, Kim enjoyed working with flowers.&nbsp; Most of all, the time spent with her family were always treasured moments.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Debban; grandparents:&nbsp; Richard and Hattie (Koitsch) Debban; and Alfred and Neta (Fastenau) Wortman; father-in-law and mother-in-law:&nbsp; Art and Barbara Soderholm; brother-in-law, Jerry Soderholm; special family friend, Robert Salisbury; and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Kim leaves to celebrate her life; her husband of 41 years, Tom Soderholm of Kearney; son, Brad Soderholm of Kearney; her mother, Janet Debban of Holdrege; two brothers:&nbsp; Steve Debban and his wife, Terrie of Kearney; and Terry Debban of Funk, Nebraska; two sisters:&nbsp; Cheryl Taft and her husband, Dale of Elwood; and Dee Steinshouer and her husband Russ of Holdrege; sisters-in-law:&nbsp; Patti Thorell and her husband, Dave of Loomis, Nebraska; and Virginia Fetters and her husband, Rich of Loomis; brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Art Soderholm III and his wife, Debbie of Johnston, Iowa; Randy Soderholm of Holdrege; Bob Soderholm and his wife, Marti of York, Nebraska; Rich Soderholm and his wife, Lisa of Alma, Nebraska; Ken Soderholm and his wife, Kathy of Kearney; Ray Soderholm of Holdrege; Bill Soderholm and his wife, Debbie of Holdrege; and Ron Soderholm of Holdrege; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 1, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.

Celebration of Life Services for Kimberly K. Soderholm will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege, Nebraska with Reverend Kenton Birtell officiating.&nbsp; A private family interment will be held in the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege following the services.&nbsp;

Due to health concerns, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic; current CDC and Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services guidelines for Faith-Based Services will be followed. The Soderholm family sincerely encourages each person to make their decision whether to attend Kim’s services based on the best interest of your health, and that of your community.&nbsp; Kim’s funeral service will be live-streamed via the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Facebook page.

A memorial has been established in Kim’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Expressions of caring and kindness may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home of Holdrege is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Kimberly Kay (Debban) Soderholm, 61 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, (formerly of Holdrege) passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at her home in Kearney, following a courageous five year battle with cancer.&nbsp; Kim was born on January 15, 1959, in Lexington, Nebraska, the fourth of five children to Larry D. and Janet C. (Wortman) Debban.&nbsp; The family resided on a farm south of Elwood, Nebraska, until moving to Holdrege on January 1, 1961.&nbsp; Kim was baptized on March 1, 1959, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Elwood, and confirmed on April 15, 1973, at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege.&nbsp; Her confirmation verse was:&nbsp;&nbsp;1&nbsp;John&nbsp;1:9, ESV: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."&nbsp;As a child, Kim was an active swimmer.&nbsp; She joined the local swim team at five years old, after she had passed the test to go into the diving pool.&nbsp; Kim remembered competing in an Individual Medley Race, at a meet in Central Nebraska and lapping all her competitors at the young age of only six or seven years old.&nbsp; She received her education from Holdrege Public Schools, graduating from Holdrege High School with the class of 1977.&nbsp; Kim then pursued higher education in Cosmetology at Queen Ann Beauty School, graduating in 1978.&nbsp;On December 1, 1978, during an ice storm, Kim was united in marriage to Thomas A. Soderholm at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege.&nbsp; The family made their home in Holdrege and to this union one son, Bradley was born in 1985.&nbsp; Following her graduation from beauty school, Kim worked for Carolyn Brown at the Loomis Shop.&nbsp; She purchased the 7th&nbsp;Avenue Beauty Salon in Holdrege and later moved the business to West Avenue, naming it, Kim’s Kut &amp; Kurl.&nbsp; Her passion was helping her clients look, and feel good about themselves; and in return life-long friends were formed.&nbsp; Kim sold her business to Monica Ehlers on December 19, 2012.&nbsp; In the fall of 2019, they relocated to Kearney.&nbsp; In her spare time, Kim enjoyed working with flowers.&nbsp; Most of all, the time spent with her family were always treasured moments.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Debban; grandparents:&nbsp; Richard and Hattie (Koitsch) Debban; and Alfred and Neta (Fastenau) Wortman; father-in-law and mother-in-law:&nbsp; Art and Barbara Soderholm; brother-in-law, Jerry Soderholm; special family friend, Robert Salisbury; and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kim leaves to celebrate her life; her husband of 41 years, Tom Soderholm of Kearney; son, Brad Soderholm of Kearney; her mother, Janet Debban of Holdrege; two brothers:&nbsp; Steve Debban and his wife, Terrie of Kearney; and Terry Debban of Funk, Nebraska; two sisters:&nbsp; Cheryl Taft and her husband, Dale of Elwood; and Dee Steinshouer and her husband Russ of Holdrege; sisters-in-law:&nbsp; Patti Thorell and her husband, Dave of Loomis, Nebraska; and Virginia Fetters and her husband, Rich of Loomis; brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Art Soderholm III and his wife, Debbie of Johnston, Iowa; Randy Soderholm of Holdrege; Bob Soderholm and his wife, Marti of York, Nebraska; Rich Soderholm and his wife, Lisa of Alma, Nebraska; Ken Soderholm and his wife, Kathy of Kearney; Ray Soderholm of Holdrege; Bill Soderholm and his wife, Debbie of Holdrege; and Ron Soderholm of Holdrege; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on Monday, June 1, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.Celebration of Life Services for Kimberly K. Soderholm will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Holdrege, Nebraska with Reverend Kenton Birtell officiating.&nbsp; A private family interment will be held in the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege following the services.&nbsp;Due to health concerns, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic; current CDC and Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services guidelines for Faith-Based Services will be followed. The Soderholm family sincerely encourages each person to make their decision whether to attend Kim’s services based on the best interest of your health, and that of your community.&nbsp; Kim’s funeral service will be live-streamed via the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Facebook page.A memorial has been established in Kim’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.Expressions of caring and kindness may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home of Holdrege is in charge of arrangements.

Kimberly Kay (Debban) Soderholm (1959-2020

Sheryl Ann Ohrt, 56 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at her mother’s home in Orleans, Nebraska, following a courageous battle with cancer. Sheryl was born on August 27, 1963, in Omaha, Nebraska, the second of four children, to Kenneth Eggert and LoAnne (Richards) Ohrt.

She was baptized at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bennington, Nebraska and was later confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Holdrege. &nbsp;She attended Orleans Public Schools, graduating from Orleans High School with the class of 1981.&nbsp; Sheryl then pursed higher education from UNMC in Omaha, where she received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and then became a Certified Pediatric Nurse.

Sheryl’s nursing career started at McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; She then began a career in pediatrics at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney for over 30 years, and most recently worked at Children’s Physicians in Kearney for the last couple years.&nbsp; She was a warm, caring individual, with a heart of gold, which allowed her to excel in her role as a pediatric nurse.&nbsp; &nbsp;was also a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician/Instructor with Safe Kids Car Seat and was very conscientious in serving her patients with dignity, respect and true compassion.&nbsp; Sheryl also treasured the many lasting friendships she made throughout her years as a nurse.

Sheryl loved spending time with her family, and attending all of her nieces and nephews activities.&nbsp; She was a dedicated member of the Bethel Lutheran Church, the church choir and the Bethel Quilters.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Ohrt.

Sheryl leaves to celebrate her life: her mother, LoAnne Ohrt of rural Orleans; sister, Janet Exstrom and her husband, Kent of Holdrege; two brothers: Richard Ohrt and his wife, Hilary of Holdrege; and Dr. James Ohrt and his wife, Nora of Henderson, Nebraska; her nieces and nephews: Kyle Exstrom; Andrea Exstrom; Taylor Dunaway and her husband, Blake; Brody Ohrt; Odessa Ohrt; Dawson Ohrt; Weston Ohrt; and Shepleigh Ohrt; one great-niece, Abigail Dunaway; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.

A memorial has been established in Sheryl’s honor, and kindly suggested to the Bethel Lutheran Church or Safe Kids Car Seat of Kearney.

Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Sheryl Ann Ohrt, 56 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at her mother’s home in Orleans, Nebraska, following a courageous battle with cancer. Sheryl was born on August 27, 1963, in Omaha, Nebraska, the second of four children, to Kenneth Eggert and LoAnne (Richards) Ohrt.She was baptized at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bennington, Nebraska and was later confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Holdrege. &nbsp;She attended Orleans Public Schools, graduating from Orleans High School with the class of 1981.&nbsp; Sheryl then pursed higher education from UNMC in Omaha, where she received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and then became a Certified Pediatric Nurse.Sheryl’s nursing career started at McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp; She then began a career in pediatrics at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney for over 30 years, and most recently worked at Children’s Physicians in Kearney for the last couple years.&nbsp; She was a warm, caring individual, with a heart of gold, which allowed her to excel in her role as a pediatric nurse.&nbsp; &nbsp;was also a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician/Instructor with Safe Kids Car Seat and was very conscientious in serving her patients with dignity, respect and true compassion.&nbsp; Sheryl also treasured the many lasting friendships she made throughout her years as a nurse.Sheryl loved spending time with her family, and attending all of her nieces and nephews activities.&nbsp; She was a dedicated member of the Bethel Lutheran Church, the church choir and the Bethel Quilters.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Ohrt.Sheryl leaves to celebrate her life: her mother, LoAnne Ohrt of rural Orleans; sister, Janet Exstrom and her husband, Kent of Holdrege; two brothers: Richard Ohrt and his wife, Hilary of Holdrege; and Dr. James Ohrt and his wife, Nora of Henderson, Nebraska; her nieces and nephews: Kyle Exstrom; Andrea Exstrom; Taylor Dunaway and her husband, Blake; Brody Ohrt; Odessa Ohrt; Dawson Ohrt; Weston Ohrt; and Shepleigh Ohrt; one great-niece, Abigail Dunaway; and a host of other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.A memorial has been established in Sheryl’s honor, and kindly suggested to the Bethel Lutheran Church or Safe Kids Car Seat of Kearney.Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

Sheryl Ann Ohrt (1963-2020

Carolyn Maxine Reddish, 94 years of age, of Holdrege, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at the Phelps Memorial Health Center in Holdrege.&nbsp; Carolyn was born on July 26, 1925, in Alma, Nebraska, the only child to Sam and Emma (Sohus) Garrison.&nbsp; She received her education from the Alma Public Schools, entering first grade at the age of five and graduating from Alma High School with the class of 1942.&nbsp; She then pursued her teaching credentials at Nebraska State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska, and taught one year in Oxford, Nebraska prior to her marriage.&nbsp;

On January 5, 1945, she was united in marriage to Jack Donald Payne and was loving accepted by the Payne and Skiles families.&nbsp; To this union two daughters were born:&nbsp; Virginia and Naomi.&nbsp; The family farmed near Huntley, Nebraska.&nbsp; They took their chances cash renting acres near Republican City, Nebraska while the Harlan County Dam was being built in hopes their crops would not be flooded.&nbsp; In 1949, they moved to a farm near Axtell, Nebraska and tried their hand at irrigating.&nbsp; While at Axtell, they joined the Lutheran faith and became members of the Trinity Lutheran Church.&nbsp; In 1954, they settled on a farm southwest of Holdrege.&nbsp; At this time, Carolyn began to take night classes to renew her teaching certificate.&nbsp; She taught Kindergarten, then First grade in Loomis, Nebraska for five years.&nbsp; Due to her husband, Jack’s, diabetes, and difficulty with farming due to his health they moved into Holdrege.&nbsp; Carolyn applied to teach in the Holdrege Public School system.&nbsp; At that time it was a trend in schools to have totally self-contained classrooms.&nbsp; Superintendent Howard Schroeder offered her a position if she would teach all 13 subjects and continue her pursuit of her four year degree.&nbsp; This meant that Carolyn agreed to teach all subjects, including music, which was not her strong suit!&nbsp; She gritted her teeth, and with a trusty pitch pipe, taught music by note to 35 first graders for her first few years in Holdrege.&nbsp;

In 1965, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack.&nbsp; In 1967, she was united in marriage to LaWarren W. Nelson, and with this marriage his three children, Janet, 17; Jim, 12; and Joyce, 10, were loving accepted.&nbsp; Carolyn also appreciated being warmly welcomed into the large Nelson and Johnson families.

Carolyn continued to teach for 26 years in Franklin Elementary in Holdrege.&nbsp; A highlight for her was always teaching her first graders to read.&nbsp; Carolyn was also blessed by the learning experience and challenge of teaching English to a brand new student, Euna Kay Nolte, who came to Holdrege straight from Korea.&nbsp; Throughout her years of teaching, Carolyn also enjoyed conducting a Mother’s Day Program with her students each year.&nbsp; She loving created a silhouette of each child as a gift to their parents.&nbsp;

In 1974, Carolyn took night classes on antiques taught by Mrs. Hazel Loar.&nbsp; Carolyn fell in love with the hobby and she and her husband, LaWarren, soon had so many antiques that they started a small shop in their basement on Water Ave.&nbsp; This turned into a life-long business and hobby.&nbsp; In 1995, LaWarren became ill with brain cancer and passed away in 1997.&nbsp;

In 1998, she was blessed with her third marriage to Arthur O. Reddish, Jr.&nbsp; He became the love of her life.&nbsp; They shared 18 years together, growing their collection of cars, antiques, and good friends.&nbsp; They participated in car shows and rallies, garage sales and auctions, family events, and community service projects.&nbsp; Carolyn supported Art as a Korean veteran and helped plan an annual reunion for veterans and support of patriotism.&nbsp;

Besides her parents, and husbands; Carolyn was preceded in death by her grandson, Justin Warner in infancy; and step-son, Jim Nelson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She leaves to celebrate her life; her two daughters:&nbsp; Virginia (Payne) Moon and her friend, Gregory A. Johnson; and Naomi (Payne) Warner and her husband, Jerry all of Omaha, Nebraska; five grandchildren:&nbsp; Scott Moon and his wife, Jennifer; Jeremy Warner and his wife, Karlin; Stacy Morse and her husband, Reece; Jennifer Renken and her husband, Trent; and Tony Blauvelt and his friend, Jill Wilson; eight great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Richard, Eleanor, Viviane, and Garrett Moon; Henley and Harper Morse; and Grant and Gunner Renken.&nbsp; In addition, she is survived by LaWarren’s children:&nbsp; Janet Blauvelt and her special friend, Duane Devitt of Hastings, Nebraska; and Joyce Nelson of Lincoln; Art’s son, Arthur Reddish III of Lincoln; and a host of other relatives, and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines to the recommendation of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.

Due to current health concerns with COVID-19; a Private Family Graveside Service and Interment for Carolyn M. Reddish will be held at the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege, Nebraska with Pastors Nora Mendyk and Murray Jones officiating. &nbsp;

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. &nbsp;&nbsp;

A memorial has been established in Carolyn’s honor, and kindly suggested to the First United Methodist Church; the Nebraska Prairie Museum; or the Prairie Home Cemetery.

Carolyn loved to share stories.&nbsp; In her honor, if friends and family would like to share a brief reflection; please email the family at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:njwarner@cox.net">njwarner@cox.net</a>.

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 </figure>Carolyn Maxine Reddish, 94 years of age, of Holdrege, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at the Phelps Memorial Health Center in Holdrege.&nbsp; Carolyn was born on July 26, 1925, in Alma, Nebraska, the only child to Sam and Emma (Sohus) Garrison.&nbsp; She received her education from the Alma Public Schools, entering first grade at the age of five and graduating from Alma High School with the class of 1942.&nbsp; She then pursued her teaching credentials at Nebraska State Teachers College in Kearney, Nebraska, and taught one year in Oxford, Nebraska prior to her marriage.&nbsp;On January 5, 1945, she was united in marriage to Jack Donald Payne and was loving accepted by the Payne and Skiles families.&nbsp; To this union two daughters were born:&nbsp; Virginia and Naomi.&nbsp; The family farmed near Huntley, Nebraska.&nbsp; They took their chances cash renting acres near Republican City, Nebraska while the Harlan County Dam was being built in hopes their crops would not be flooded.&nbsp; In 1949, they moved to a farm near Axtell, Nebraska and tried their hand at irrigating.&nbsp; While at Axtell, they joined the Lutheran faith and became members of the Trinity Lutheran Church.&nbsp; In 1954, they settled on a farm southwest of Holdrege.&nbsp; At this time, Carolyn began to take night classes to renew her teaching certificate.&nbsp; She taught Kindergarten, then First grade in Loomis, Nebraska for five years.&nbsp; Due to her husband, Jack’s, diabetes, and difficulty with farming due to his health they moved into Holdrege.&nbsp; Carolyn applied to teach in the Holdrege Public School system.&nbsp; At that time it was a trend in schools to have totally self-contained classrooms.&nbsp; Superintendent Howard Schroeder offered her a position if she would teach all 13 subjects and continue her pursuit of her four year degree.&nbsp; This meant that Carolyn agreed to teach all subjects, including music, which was not her strong suit!&nbsp; She gritted her teeth, and with a trusty pitch pipe, taught music by note to 35 first graders for her first few years in Holdrege.&nbsp;In 1965, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack.&nbsp; In 1967, she was united in marriage to LaWarren W. Nelson, and with this marriage his three children, Janet, 17; Jim, 12; and Joyce, 10, were loving accepted.&nbsp; Carolyn also appreciated being warmly welcomed into the large Nelson and Johnson families.Carolyn continued to teach for 26 years in Franklin Elementary in Holdrege.&nbsp; A highlight for her was always teaching her first graders to read.&nbsp; Carolyn was also blessed by the learning experience and challenge of teaching English to a brand new student, Euna Kay Nolte, who came to Holdrege straight from Korea.&nbsp; Throughout her years of teaching, Carolyn also enjoyed conducting a Mother’s Day Program with her students each year.&nbsp; She loving created a silhouette of each child as a gift to their parents.&nbsp;In 1974, Carolyn took night classes on antiques taught by Mrs. Hazel Loar.&nbsp; Carolyn fell in love with the hobby and she and her husband, LaWarren, soon had so many antiques that they started a small shop in their basement on Water Ave.&nbsp; This turned into a life-long business and hobby.&nbsp; In 1995, LaWarren became ill with brain cancer and passed away in 1997.&nbsp;In 1998, she was blessed with her third marriage to Arthur O. Reddish, Jr.&nbsp; He became the love of her life.&nbsp; They shared 18 years together, growing their collection of cars, antiques, and good friends.&nbsp; They participated in car shows and rallies, garage sales and auctions, family events, and community service projects.&nbsp; Carolyn supported Art as a Korean veteran and helped plan an annual reunion for veterans and support of patriotism.&nbsp;Besides her parents, and husbands; Carolyn was preceded in death by her grandson, Justin Warner in infancy; and step-son, Jim Nelson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She leaves to celebrate her life; her two daughters:&nbsp; Virginia (Payne) Moon and her friend, Gregory A. Johnson; and Naomi (Payne) Warner and her husband, Jerry all of Omaha, Nebraska; five grandchildren:&nbsp; Scott Moon and his wife, Jennifer; Jeremy Warner and his wife, Karlin; Stacy Morse and her husband, Reece; Jennifer Renken and her husband, Trent; and Tony Blauvelt and his friend, Jill Wilson; eight great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Richard, Eleanor, Viviane, and Garrett Moon; Henley and Harper Morse; and Grant and Gunner Renken.&nbsp; In addition, she is survived by LaWarren’s children:&nbsp; Janet Blauvelt and her special friend, Duane Devitt of Hastings, Nebraska; and Joyce Nelson of Lincoln; Art’s son, Arthur Reddish III of Lincoln; and a host of other relatives, and many friends.Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege; per CDC guidelines to the recommendation of 10 people or less in the facility at one time.Due to current health concerns with COVID-19; a Private Family Graveside Service and Interment for Carolyn M. Reddish will be held at the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege, Nebraska with Pastors Nora Mendyk and Murray Jones officiating. &nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. &nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established in Carolyn’s honor, and kindly suggested to the First United Methodist Church; the Nebraska Prairie Museum; or the Prairie Home Cemetery.Carolyn loved to share stories.&nbsp; In her honor, if friends and family would like to share a brief reflection; please email the family at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:njwarner@cox.net">njwarner@cox.net</a>.Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

Carolyn Maxine Reddish (1925-2020)

Larry Wayne Broadfoot, 64 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at the Mt. Carmel Home Keens Memorial in Kearney.&nbsp; He was born on March 12, 1956, in Kearney, the youngest of four children, to Robert “Keith” and Dorothy (Bailey) Broadfoot.&nbsp; He grew up and received his primary education from Lakeside, Nebraska and Gering, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family then relocated to Oxford, where Larry graduated high school with the class of 1974.

On December 11, 1976, he was united in marriage to Debra Coffey at the First Baptist Church in Oxford and they were blessed with two sons: Jason and Kyle.&nbsp; The family made their home in McCook, Nebraska and later Oxford, where Larry was employed with the Burlington Northern Railroad for 22 years, on the track department.

Larry was an avid outdoorsmen.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing, trapshooting, and arrowhead hunting. He also enjoyed playing pool with his friends; but most of all, Larry was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather.&nbsp; He always prided himself on never missing his sons’ activities.&nbsp; &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother: Jerry Broadfoot; parents-in-law:&nbsp; Dean and Dorothy Coffey; and Ross Coffey; two brothers-in-law: Phil Coffey and Dick Coffey; and sister-in-law, Karen Jo Coffey.

Left to treasure his memory are: his loving wife of 43 years, Deb Broadfoot of Kearney; his two sons: Jason Broadfoot of Oberlin, Kansas; and Kyle Broadfoot and his wife, Deidra of Cambridge, Nebraska; three grandchildren: Natalie, Harper, and Brooks Broadfoot, all of Cambridge; one brother, Butch Broadfoot and his wife, Jan of Gering; one sister, Nina Bratcher and her husband, Darroll Crabb of Johnstown, Colorado;&nbsp; two sisters-in-law: Sharon Herren and her husband, Don of Kearney; and Karen Coffey of Seward, Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Ben Coffey and his wife, Sue of Seward; and a host of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, other relatives and friends.

There will be no visitation as the family is honoring Larry’s wish for cremation.

Private Memorial Graveside Service and Inurnment for Larry W. Broadfoot will be held at the Oxford Cemetery, in Oxford, Nebraska with Pastor Bill Weaver officiating.

A memorial has been established in Larry’s name and kindly suggested to the Kearney Parkinson’s Disease Support Group.

The Mitchell-Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Oxford is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry Wayne Broadfoot, 64 years of age, of Kearney, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at the Mt. Carmel Home Keens Memorial in Kearney.&nbsp; He was born on March 12, 1956, in Kearney, the youngest of four children, to Robert “Keith” and Dorothy (Bailey) Broadfoot.&nbsp; He grew up and received his primary education from Lakeside, Nebraska and Gering, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family then relocated to Oxford, where Larry graduated high school with the class of 1974.On December 11, 1976, he was united in marriage to Debra Coffey at the First Baptist Church in Oxford and they were blessed with two sons: Jason and Kyle.&nbsp; The family made their home in McCook, Nebraska and later Oxford, where Larry was employed with the Burlington Northern Railroad for 22 years, on the track department.Larry was an avid outdoorsmen.&nbsp; He loved hunting, fishing, trapshooting, and arrowhead hunting. He also enjoyed playing pool with his friends; but most of all, Larry was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather.&nbsp; He always prided himself on never missing his sons’ activities.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother: Jerry Broadfoot; parents-in-law:&nbsp; Dean and Dorothy Coffey; and Ross Coffey; two brothers-in-law: Phil Coffey and Dick Coffey; and sister-in-law, Karen Jo Coffey.Left to treasure his memory are: his loving wife of 43 years, Deb Broadfoot of Kearney; his two sons: Jason Broadfoot of Oberlin, Kansas; and Kyle Broadfoot and his wife, Deidra of Cambridge, Nebraska; three grandchildren: Natalie, Harper, and Brooks Broadfoot, all of Cambridge; one brother, Butch Broadfoot and his wife, Jan of Gering; one sister, Nina Bratcher and her husband, Darroll Crabb of Johnstown, Colorado;&nbsp; two sisters-in-law: Sharon Herren and her husband, Don of Kearney; and Karen Coffey of Seward, Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Ben Coffey and his wife, Sue of Seward; and a host of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, other relatives and friends.There will be no visitation as the family is honoring Larry’s wish for cremation.Private Memorial Graveside Service and Inurnment for Larry W. Broadfoot will be held at the Oxford Cemetery, in Oxford, Nebraska with Pastor Bill Weaver officiating.A memorial has been established in Larry’s name and kindly suggested to the Kearney Parkinson’s Disease Support Group.Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Mitchell-Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Oxford is in charge of the arrangements.

Larry Wayne Broadfoot (1956-2020

Keven R. Posvar, age 55, of Orleans, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020, in Beaver City, Nebraska. He was&nbsp;born October 6, 1964 in Norton, Kansas to Gene and Sharon (Alexander) Posvar.

He grew up in Beaver city where he attended school and graduated with the class of 1983.&nbsp; After graduation, he attended&nbsp;the Pine Ridge Job Core in Chadron, Nebraska from 1983 – 1985, where he obtained certificates in many trades. Keven&nbsp;mainly worked in various maintenance jobs while mowing many yards through the years with his nephew Justin. He&nbsp;enjoyed gardening, flowers, and the beauty of nature.&nbsp; Keven was always there to help a neighbor whenever they needed&nbsp;him.

Keven is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Stan and Helen Posvar, maternal grandparents Clair and Leona&nbsp;Alexander, and sister Gena.

He is survived by his parents Gene and Sharon Posvar, nephew Justin and Nikki Putnam and their children Shelby and&nbsp;Addison of Hastings, Nebraska, nieces Brittney Putnam and her children Carson and Averi of Holdrege, Nebraska,&nbsp;Cheyenne and Ryan and their children Hunter and Jackson of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hailey Wessel of Colorado Springs,&nbsp;Colorado, and Cassie Wessel of Omaha, Nebraska, and many other relatives and friends.

There will be no public viewing or visitation with a private family graveside at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Beaver City, Nebraska.

Wenburg Funeral Home of Beaver City, Nebraska is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and personal reflections&nbsp;may be left at wenburgfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Keven R. Posvar, age 55, of Orleans, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020, in Beaver City, Nebraska. He was&nbsp;born October 6, 1964 in Norton, Kansas to Gene and Sharon (Alexander) Posvar.He grew up in Beaver city where he attended school and graduated with the class of 1983.&nbsp; After graduation, he attended&nbsp;the Pine Ridge Job Core in Chadron, Nebraska from 1983 – 1985, where he obtained certificates in many trades. Keven&nbsp;mainly worked in various maintenance jobs while mowing many yards through the years with his nephew Justin. He&nbsp;enjoyed gardening, flowers, and the beauty of nature.&nbsp; Keven was always there to help a neighbor whenever they needed&nbsp;him.Keven is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Stan and Helen Posvar, maternal grandparents Clair and Leona&nbsp;Alexander, and sister Gena.He is survived by his parents Gene and Sharon Posvar, nephew Justin and Nikki Putnam and their children Shelby and&nbsp;Addison of Hastings, Nebraska, nieces Brittney Putnam and her children Carson and Averi of Holdrege, Nebraska,&nbsp;Cheyenne and Ryan and their children Hunter and Jackson of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hailey Wessel of Colorado Springs,&nbsp;Colorado, and Cassie Wessel of Omaha, Nebraska, and many other relatives and friends.There will be no public viewing or visitation with a private family graveside at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Beaver City, Nebraska.Wenburg Funeral Home of Beaver City, Nebraska is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and personal reflections&nbsp;may be left at wenburgfuneralhome.com

Keven R. Posvar (1964-2020

James H. Brown, age 83, of Beaver City, Nebraska passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at the Beaver City Manor, Beaver City, Nebraska. He was born on August 9, 1936 at Sackets Harbor, New York to Floyd and Alice (Castler) Brown.

There will be no viewing or visitation as cremation was chosen. Wenburg Funeral Home of Arapahoe, Nebraska is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences or personal reflections can be left at wenburgfuneralhome.com

James H. Brown, age 83, of Beaver City, Nebraska passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at the Beaver City Manor, Beaver City, Nebraska. He was born on August 9, 1936 at Sackets Harbor, New York to Floyd and Alice (Castler) Brown.There will be no viewing or visitation as cremation was chosen. Wenburg Funeral Home of Arapahoe, Nebraska is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences or personal reflections can be left at wenburgfuneralhome.com

James H. Brown (1936-2020



Bob Eckhoff, 86 of Norfolk, formerly of Kearney passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 of natural causes at Norfolk Veterans Home in Norfolk, NE. 

Bob was born August 19, 1933 in Franklin, Nebraska to Ed and Georgia (Trollope) Eckhoff.&nbsp; He grew up on a farm near Hildreth with younger brother Harold and his aunt Ella and uncle Al Kaiser.&nbsp; Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army in January 1952.&nbsp; He served in Korea as a Tank Mechanic and was honorably discharged in Jan. of 1955.&nbsp; In June of 1954, Bob was united in marriage to Phyllis Orth.&nbsp; To this union six sons were blessed. Upon returning from the war, Bob completed his education at Southeast Community College in Milford, NE.&nbsp; He was a mechanic at Foree, Speak Motors, Lammers Repair and worked nearly twenty years at Rockwell until the plant closed.&nbsp; In 1988, Bob moved to Garner, North Carolina where he continued working for Rockwell until retiring.

In August of 2013, Bob suffered a series of strokes.&nbsp; He moved back to Hooper, Nebraska, then in October of 2016, he moved to the Veterans Home in Norfolk, NE.

Bob was an avid Cornhusker football fan. He enjoyed racecars, hunting and fishing.

Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Ken (Sandy) Eckhoff of Hooper, NE, Steve (Kandi) Eckhoff of Kearney, Jeff Eckhoff of Garner, NC, Dan (Vicki) Eckhoff of Papillion, NE and Tim of Fremont, NE; 7 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Don and Harold; and young son, Robbie Eckhoff; grandson, Matthew Eckhoff and nephew, Jerry Eckhoff.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney with Military Honors provided by Kearney American Legion Post #52 and VFW Post #759 in conjunction with the Nebraska National Guard Honors Team. I nterment will take place at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family encourages everyone to please leave a message of condolence through the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/">www.osrfh.com</a>&nbsp;or send cards/memorials to the family, care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home, 4115 Ave N, Kearney, NE 68847.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.&nbsp; Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services of Kearney.



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Bob Eckhoff, 86 of Norfolk, formerly of Kearney passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 of natural causes at Norfolk Veterans Home in Norfolk, NE. Bob was born August 19, 1933 in Franklin, Nebraska to Ed and Georgia (Trollope) Eckhoff.&nbsp; He grew up on a farm near Hildreth with younger brother Harold and his aunt Ella and uncle Al Kaiser.&nbsp; Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army in January 1952.&nbsp; He served in Korea as a Tank Mechanic and was honorably discharged in Jan. of 1955.&nbsp; In June of 1954, Bob was united in marriage to Phyllis Orth.&nbsp; To this union six sons were blessed. Upon returning from the war, Bob completed his education at Southeast Community College in Milford, NE.&nbsp; He was a mechanic at Foree, Speak Motors, Lammers Repair and worked nearly twenty years at Rockwell until the plant closed.&nbsp; In 1988, Bob moved to Garner, North Carolina where he continued working for Rockwell until retiring.In August of 2013, Bob suffered a series of strokes.&nbsp; He moved back to Hooper, Nebraska, then in October of 2016, he moved to the Veterans Home in Norfolk, NE.Bob was an avid Cornhusker football fan. He enjoyed racecars, hunting and fishing.Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Ken (Sandy) Eckhoff of Hooper, NE, Steve (Kandi) Eckhoff of Kearney, Jeff Eckhoff of Garner, NC, Dan (Vicki) Eckhoff of Papillion, NE and Tim of Fremont, NE; 7 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Don and Harold; and young son, Robbie Eckhoff; grandson, Matthew Eckhoff and nephew, Jerry Eckhoff.Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020 at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney with Military Honors provided by Kearney American Legion Post #52 and VFW Post #759 in conjunction with the Nebraska National Guard Honors Team. I nterment will take place at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, NE.&nbsp; Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.The family encourages everyone to please leave a message of condolence through the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/">www.osrfh.com</a>&nbsp;or send cards/memorials to the family, care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home, 4115 Ave N, Kearney, NE 68847.Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.&nbsp; Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services of Kearney.

Bob Eckhoff (1933-2020

Neal J. Boyd, 75, of Johnson Lake, Nebraska passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.

He was born on April 8, 1945 to Earl and Agatha (Fyder) Boyd in Lewellen, Nebraska. &nbsp;He grew up in Hastings, Nebraska, where he attended Hastings St. Cecilia and Hastings High School where he graduated with the class of 1963.&nbsp;

Following high school, Neal found his calling as an Engineer with the Union Pacific Railroad where he would work for the next 38 years.&nbsp;

Neal was united in marriage to Joyce on January 29, 1983 in Colorado. &nbsp;They made their home at Johnson Lake in 1986 where they’ve made lifelong friends.

Neal enjoyed playing golf, was an avid tennis player in his younger years and a Nebraska football fan. &nbsp;He loved sitting on the deck at the lake and relaxing with family and friends. &nbsp;Neal and Joyce enjoyed travelling and entertaining friends at their home.

Neal was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington.

He leaves to celebrate his life; his wife, Joyce of Johnson Lake; children, Shawna (Patrick) Boyd of Point Arena, California, Jason (Alecia) Boyd of Kearney, Tina (Kevin) Harvey of North Platte and Susan (John) Blach of Omaha; eight grandchildren, Chelsie, Tanner, Hope, Willa, Jake, Anna, Jenna &amp; Maddox; one great-grandchild, Harper; sisters, Sharon Hecht of Lincoln and Kathy (Dean) Clark of Lincoln; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski, Father Paul Colling and Father Jorge Canela, officiating. &nbsp;The Mass will be live streamed on the Reynolds-Love Facebook page.

A Memorial Book Signing will be on Monday, June 1, 2020 from 6-7 p.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m.

Burial will be at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Lexington following the Mass.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, we will adhere to members of a household who live together may be seated together, but maintain six feet of a part of social distance from other parties.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.

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

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 </figure>Neal J. Boyd, 75, of Johnson Lake, Nebraska passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.He was born on April 8, 1945 to Earl and Agatha (Fyder) Boyd in Lewellen, Nebraska. &nbsp;He grew up in Hastings, Nebraska, where he attended Hastings St. Cecilia and Hastings High School where he graduated with the class of 1963.&nbsp;Following high school, Neal found his calling as an Engineer with the Union Pacific Railroad where he would work for the next 38 years.&nbsp;Neal was united in marriage to Joyce on January 29, 1983 in Colorado. &nbsp;They made their home at Johnson Lake in 1986 where they’ve made lifelong friends.Neal enjoyed playing golf, was an avid tennis player in his younger years and a Nebraska football fan. &nbsp;He loved sitting on the deck at the lake and relaxing with family and friends. &nbsp;Neal and Joyce enjoyed travelling and entertaining friends at their home.Neal was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington.He leaves to celebrate his life; his wife, Joyce of Johnson Lake; children, Shawna (Patrick) Boyd of Point Arena, California, Jason (Alecia) Boyd of Kearney, Tina (Kevin) Harvey of North Platte and Susan (John) Blach of Omaha; eight grandchildren, Chelsie, Tanner, Hope, Willa, Jake, Anna, Jenna &amp; Maddox; one great-grandchild, Harper; sisters, Sharon Hecht of Lincoln and Kathy (Dean) Clark of Lincoln; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents.A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski, Father Paul Colling and Father Jorge Canela, officiating. &nbsp;The Mass will be live streamed on the Reynolds-Love Facebook page.A Memorial Book Signing will be on Monday, June 1, 2020 from 6-7 p.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m.Burial will be at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Lexington following the Mass.Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, we will adhere to members of a household who live together may be seated together, but maintain six feet of a part of social distance from other parties.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. &nbsp;Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefunerahome.com

Neal J. Boyd (1945-2020

Harvey D. Lovenburg, 92 of Grant, former longtime Madrid resident, passed away May 26, 2020, at Perkins County Health Services in Grant.

Harvey was born June 29, 1927, at Madrid, Nebraska, to Ed and Isabelle (Kelso) Lovenburg. He attended school in Madrid.

In 1945, Harvey married Rosalie Bates. The couple farmed in Perkins County their entire married lives, primarily south of Madrid. Rosalie passed away in 1990. In 1997, Harvey moved into town.&nbsp; He enjoyed a wonderful companionship with Katy Miyamoto, which spanned over twenty-five years.

Harvey was quite reserved and tended to keep to himself.&nbsp; He was honest and hard-working, enjoying the simple things of life.&nbsp; Harvey always enjoyed spending time around kids and animals.&nbsp; He also liked to take an occasional trip to the casinos until his health would no longer allow such adventurous outings.

Harvey was preceded in death by his wife, Rosalie; his son, David; granddaughter, Sasha Gartner; five brothers and one sister.

Harvey is survived by his son, Don of Enders; daughter, Sharon Gartner of Chadron; special friend, Katy Miyamoto of Grant; six grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial has been established in Harvey's memory for later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where a recording of the service will be made available.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at 3 p.m. at the Madrid Cemetery with Pastor Tammy Aubushon officiating.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Harvey D. Lovenburg, 92 of Grant, former longtime Madrid resident, passed away May 26, 2020, at Perkins County Health Services in Grant.Harvey was born June 29, 1927, at Madrid, Nebraska, to Ed and Isabelle (Kelso) Lovenburg. He attended school in Madrid.In 1945, Harvey married Rosalie Bates. The couple farmed in Perkins County their entire married lives, primarily south of Madrid. Rosalie passed away in 1990. In 1997, Harvey moved into town.&nbsp; He enjoyed a wonderful companionship with Katy Miyamoto, which spanned over twenty-five years.Harvey was quite reserved and tended to keep to himself.&nbsp; He was honest and hard-working, enjoying the simple things of life.&nbsp; Harvey always enjoyed spending time around kids and animals.&nbsp; He also liked to take an occasional trip to the casinos until his health would no longer allow such adventurous outings.Harvey was preceded in death by his wife, Rosalie; his son, David; granddaughter, Sasha Gartner; five brothers and one sister.Harvey is survived by his son, Don of Enders; daughter, Sharon Gartner of Chadron; special friend, Katy Miyamoto of Grant; six grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren.A memorial has been established in Harvey's memory for later designation.&nbsp; Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where a recording of the service will be made available.Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at 3 p.m. at the Madrid Cemetery with Pastor Tammy Aubushon officiating.Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

Harvey D. Lovenburg

Mary Ellen Carroll, age 74, of McCook passed away on Tuesday May 19, 2020, at the Hillcrest Nursing Home.&nbsp; She was born in McCook NE on July 1, 1945 to Earl and E. Lorene Carroll.

Mary Ellen worked several years in McCook as a beautician.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her nieces and nephews to the park, feeding the ducks, and going to movies, especially the drive-in movies.

She enjoyed crocheting hats, scarfs, and afghans for all the babies she knew.&nbsp; &nbsp;For years she and her nephew Keaton (when in town) would deliver the paper to the residents and the nursing home.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Lorene Carroll; sisters, Donna Jean,&nbsp;and Juanita Weber; two brothers, Richard Carroll and Leonard Carroll; and brother-in-law, Darrel Malleck.

She is survived by two sisters, Lois Malleck of Amarillo, TX and Nancy and husband, Bud Boyer, of Overland Park, KS; sister-in-law, Claudia Carroll of Youngstown, FL;&nbsp; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Graveside services are pending and will be announced later.

May the souls of all the faithfully departed thru the mercy of God rest in Peace.&nbsp; Amen.

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

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 </figure>Mary Ellen Carroll, age 74, of McCook passed away on Tuesday May 19, 2020, at the Hillcrest Nursing Home.&nbsp; She was born in McCook NE on July 1, 1945 to Earl and E. Lorene Carroll.Mary Ellen worked several years in McCook as a beautician.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking her nieces and nephews to the park, feeding the ducks, and going to movies, especially the drive-in movies.She enjoyed crocheting hats, scarfs, and afghans for all the babies she knew.&nbsp; &nbsp;For years she and her nephew Keaton (when in town) would deliver the paper to the residents and the nursing home.Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Lorene Carroll; sisters, Donna Jean,&nbsp;and Juanita Weber; two brothers, Richard Carroll and Leonard Carroll; and brother-in-law, Darrel Malleck.She is survived by two sisters, Lois Malleck of Amarillo, TX and Nancy and husband, Bud Boyer, of Overland Park, KS; sister-in-law, Claudia Carroll of Youngstown, FL;&nbsp; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.Graveside services are pending and will be announced later.May the souls of all the faithfully departed thru the mercy of God rest in Peace.&nbsp; Amen.Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook, NE entrusted with arrangements.

Mary Ellen Cacrroll (1945-2020

Brett Allen Torres was called home on May 22, 2020. He was born in North Platte, Nebraska, to Ray and Vicki (Vigil) Torres on April 15, 1995. He grew up in North Platte where he was baptized at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.

Brett’s pride and joy was his dog, Rawlk. They enjoyed the outdoors and loved goose hunting, bow hunting and skateboarding. Rawlk never left his side and comforted him at his time of death. He enjoyed spending time with his many friends and family around the firepit. He loved to cook and share what he had with anybody.

Brett lived life on his terms. He believed in respect and kindness for all. He stood strong for what he believed was right. He would hold you over the troubled waters while he stood under it.

Brett had a piercing smile, amazing sense of humor and an infectious laugh that will continue to shine in the skies of Heaven. He is now proud to be God’s warrior.

Brett leaves behind his family which includes his mother and stepfather, Vicki and Dan Czech; father, Ray Torres, and fiancé, Dana Scott; brothers, Tylor (Kendra) Torres and Zachry Torres; step siblings, Dana Johnson, Corey, Summer, and Cortney Scott.

Survivors also include his grandparents, Dave (Pat) Vigil, Janet (Doyle) McIntosh, Pete and Deloris Torres; nephews, TJ and Rudy Torres, Dax Johnson, Grayden and Xander Matthews; along with a multitude of loving aunts, uncles, cousins,&nbsp;Benny Morales, Dillon and Vaughn Miller  and friends.

Brett was preceded in death by his Aunt Trina.

The family has established a memorial in Brett’s honor to sponsor those suffering with mental illness and substance abuse.

Services are pending at this time. Brett’s memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Brett Allen Torres was called home on May 22, 2020. He was born in North Platte, Nebraska, to Ray and Vicki (Vigil) Torres on April 15, 1995. He grew up in North Platte where he was baptized at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.Brett’s pride and joy was his dog, Rawlk. They enjoyed the outdoors and loved goose hunting, bow hunting and skateboarding. Rawlk never left his side and comforted him at his time of death. He enjoyed spending time with his many friends and family around the firepit. He loved to cook and share what he had with anybody.Brett lived life on his terms. He believed in respect and kindness for all. He stood strong for what he believed was right. He would hold you over the troubled waters while he stood under it.Brett had a piercing smile, amazing sense of humor and an infectious laugh that will continue to shine in the skies of Heaven. He is now proud to be God’s warrior.Brett leaves behind his family which includes his mother and stepfather, Vicki and Dan Czech; father, Ray Torres, and fiancé, Dana Scott; brothers, Tylor (Kendra) Torres and Zachry Torres; step siblings, Dana Johnson, Corey, Summer, and Cortney Scott.Survivors also include his grandparents, Dave (Pat) Vigil, Janet (Doyle) McIntosh, Pete and Deloris Torres; nephews, TJ and Rudy Torres, Dax Johnson, Grayden and Xander Matthews; along with a multitude of loving aunts, uncles, cousins,&nbsp;Benny Morales, Dillon and Vaughn Miller and friends.Brett was preceded in death by his Aunt Trina.The family has established a memorial in Brett’s honor to sponsor those suffering with mental illness and substance abuse.Services are pending at this time. Brett’s memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Brett Allen Torres (1995-2020

Phyllis Christensen, age 92, of Gothenburg, passed away at Hilltop Estates on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

Phyllis was born at Brady on March, 1, 1928, to Abe and Minnie Towers.&nbsp; Phyllis graduated from Maxwell High School then got married.

She married C.H. 'John' Zimbelman in 1946.&nbsp; The couple lived in North Platte and later divorced.&nbsp; In the early '70's, Phyllis married Leroy Christensen and they lived in Arnold.&nbsp; Following Leroy's death, Phyllis moved back to North Platte.

Over the years, Phyllis worked as a secretary for Hickman Lumber Company, was an operator at Northwestern Bell Telephone, then night auditor for Holiday Inn.&nbsp; She enjoyed being a volunteer for different organizations including the Thrift Store, MOPS, the NebraskaLand Days Pork Breakfast and with activities at First Christian Church, where she was a member.

Along with her husband, Leroy, Phyllis was preceded in death by her children, Deb and John Zimbelman; sisters, Rogene Adams and Betty Nielsen; and her parents, Abe and Minnie Towers.

Survivors include her sons, Mike (Sara) Zimbelman, of Lincoln and Charles Towers, of Thermopolis, WY; grandchildren, Zac (Shalyn) Zimbelman, Zane (Kathryn) Zimbelman, Melissa Smith and Jordan Coleman; great-grandchildren, Racheal and Dane Daigger, Jill Smith and Johnathan Zimbelman; niece and nephews, Kim Clawson, Waldo and Wade Pierson; and other family.

Cremation was chosen and services are pending with Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.

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 </figure>Phyllis Christensen, age 92, of Gothenburg, passed away at Hilltop Estates on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.Phyllis was born at Brady on March, 1, 1928, to Abe and Minnie Towers.&nbsp; Phyllis graduated from Maxwell High School then got married.She married C.H. 'John' Zimbelman in 1946.&nbsp; The couple lived in North Platte and later divorced.&nbsp; In the early '70's, Phyllis married Leroy Christensen and they lived in Arnold.&nbsp; Following Leroy's death, Phyllis moved back to North Platte.Over the years, Phyllis worked as a secretary for Hickman Lumber Company, was an operator at Northwestern Bell Telephone, then night auditor for Holiday Inn.&nbsp; She enjoyed being a volunteer for different organizations including the Thrift Store, MOPS, the NebraskaLand Days Pork Breakfast and with activities at First Christian Church, where she was a member.Along with her husband, Leroy, Phyllis was preceded in death by her children, Deb and John Zimbelman; sisters, Rogene Adams and Betty Nielsen; and her parents, Abe and Minnie Towers.Survivors include her sons, Mike (Sara) Zimbelman, of Lincoln and Charles Towers, of Thermopolis, WY; grandchildren, Zac (Shalyn) Zimbelman, Zane (Kathryn) Zimbelman, Melissa Smith and Jordan Coleman; great-grandchildren, Racheal and Dane Daigger, Jill Smith and Johnathan Zimbelman; niece and nephews, Kim Clawson, Waldo and Wade Pierson; and other family.Cremation was chosen and services are pending with Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.

Phyllis Jean Christensen (1928-2020)

Wanetta Halbert, 82, of Kearney passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at her home in Kearney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wanetta Keenan was born January 8, 1938 in Alliance, Nebraska to Theodore and Fern (Sherfey) Keenan.&nbsp; She attended Minden Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1955.&nbsp; Wanetta was united in marriage to Brian Halbert on March 10, 1957 at the United Methodist Church in Minden.&nbsp; In 1976, they bought Bico’s Cafe, which they owned and operated for 25 years, retiring in 2001.&nbsp; They couple later moved to Lake McConaughy at Lemoyne.

She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, reading and traveling.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Robbin Halbert-Martin; granddaughter, Kylie Epp of Kearney; grandson, Shane Martin all of Kearney; great grandchildren, Marley, Mila and Maxwell Epp, Dean Martin all of Kearney, and Addelyn and Ava Hooks of Wynona, MN; sister, Barbara Harms of Kearney; brother Bob (Chris) Keenan of Renton, WA; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends.

Wanetta was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Brian Halbert; son, Patrick Halbert; and her brother, Tom Keenan.&nbsp; 

The family encourages messages of condolence to be made through the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>&nbsp;or send cards/memorials to the family in care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home, 4115 Ave N, Kearney, NE 68847.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Private family graveside services will be held Friday, May 29, 2020 at Kearney Cemetery.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.&nbsp; Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services of Kearney.&nbsp; 

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 </figure>Wanetta Halbert, 82, of Kearney passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at her home in Kearney.&nbsp;&nbsp;Wanetta Keenan was born January 8, 1938 in Alliance, Nebraska to Theodore and Fern (Sherfey) Keenan.&nbsp; She attended Minden Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1955.&nbsp; Wanetta was united in marriage to Brian Halbert on March 10, 1957 at the United Methodist Church in Minden.&nbsp; In 1976, they bought Bico’s Cafe, which they owned and operated for 25 years, retiring in 2001.&nbsp; They couple later moved to Lake McConaughy at Lemoyne.She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, reading and traveling.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Robbin Halbert-Martin; granddaughter, Kylie Epp of Kearney; grandson, Shane Martin all of Kearney; great grandchildren, Marley, Mila and Maxwell Epp, Dean Martin all of Kearney, and Addelyn and Ava Hooks of Wynona, MN; sister, Barbara Harms of Kearney; brother Bob (Chris) Keenan of Renton, WA; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends.Wanetta was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Brian Halbert; son, Patrick Halbert; and her brother, Tom Keenan.&nbsp; The family encourages messages of condolence to be made through the funeral home website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.osrfh.com/" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>&nbsp;or send cards/memorials to the family in care of O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home, 4115 Ave N, Kearney, NE 68847.&nbsp; &nbsp; Private family graveside services will be held Friday, May 29, 2020 at Kearney Cemetery.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.&nbsp; Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services of Kearney.&nbsp;

Wanetta (Keenan) Halbert (1938-2020

Connie Sue Guerra, 65, of North Platte, NE, passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2020 at Lincoln, NE.&nbsp; She was born on April 8, 1955 at North Platte, NE to Albert and Zeatha Bruce and she grew up in North Platte, NE.&nbsp;

She was united in marriage to Cecil Guerra on August 26, 1996 and the couple lived in North Platte.&nbsp; To this union, three daughters were born, Monica, Nikki and Erica.&nbsp; Connie enjoyed her grandchildren and nieces and nephews and they were her life.&nbsp; She also enjoyed her plants, flowers and her pets.

Connie was a little stubborn and very hard headed but a very giving person.&nbsp; She also attended Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church where she was baptized in 2005.

Survivors include her children, Nikki (Darby) Stevens, Erica Davis; grandchildren, Raymon and Manuel Guerra, Aroque Bryant, Alex Andna (Tanner) Malmkar, Alijah, Mariah, and Ashton Stevens, Jayden Blake, Madaline Davis and Arden Engleman; and 2 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Tom (Barb) Bruce, Elvina (William) Peck, Judith Davis, Stanley (Sue) Bruce, Kathy Bachtel, Norma (Dale) Knetter, Diane Battershell, Darrel Bruce, Bonnie (Don) Malcom, Sherry (Howie) Silverman and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Monica Sue Guerra in 2017; grandson, Alberto Urbina; husband, Cecil Guerra in 2013; and a nephew Kerry Bruce in 2017.

A Celebration of Life will be 11:00a.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Gary Smith officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Connie Sue Guerra, 65, of North Platte, NE, passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2020 at Lincoln, NE.&nbsp; She was born on April 8, 1955 at North Platte, NE to Albert and Zeatha Bruce and she grew up in North Platte, NE.&nbsp;She was united in marriage to Cecil Guerra on August 26, 1996 and the couple lived in North Platte.&nbsp; To this union, three daughters were born, Monica, Nikki and Erica.&nbsp; Connie enjoyed her grandchildren and nieces and nephews and they were her life.&nbsp; She also enjoyed her plants, flowers and her pets.Connie was a little stubborn and very hard headed but a very giving person.&nbsp; She also attended Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church where she was baptized in 2005.Survivors include her children, Nikki (Darby) Stevens, Erica Davis; grandchildren, Raymon and Manuel Guerra, Aroque Bryant, Alex Andna (Tanner) Malmkar, Alijah, Mariah, and Ashton Stevens, Jayden Blake, Madaline Davis and Arden Engleman; and 2 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Tom (Barb) Bruce, Elvina (William) Peck, Judith Davis, Stanley (Sue) Bruce, Kathy Bachtel, Norma (Dale) Knetter, Diane Battershell, Darrel Bruce, Bonnie (Don) Malcom, Sherry (Howie) Silverman and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Monica Sue Guerra in 2017; grandson, Alberto Urbina; husband, Cecil Guerra in 2013; and a nephew Kerry Bruce in 2017.A Celebration of Life will be 11:00a.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Gary Smith officiating.Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences can be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Connie Sue Guerra (1955-2020

Karla Le (Olson) Nansel age 79 of Arnold, NE passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 peacefully in her home surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be Friday, May 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 7:00 P.M. with family greeting friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Arnold Funeral Home. Due to the recent health concern we will follow the mandated 10 people maximum rule.&nbsp; Services for the family will be held Saturday, May 30th&nbsp;at the United Methodist Church in Arnold, NE with Pastor Bill Williams officiating. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Center or Arnold Fire Department.&nbsp; Words of encouragement can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Arnold Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;at 10:30 A.M.

Karla Le (Olson) Nansel age 79 of Arnold, NE passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 peacefully in her home surrounded by her family.Visitation will be Friday, May 29th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 7:00 P.M. with family greeting friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Arnold Funeral Home. Due to the recent health concern we will follow the mandated 10 people maximum rule.&nbsp; Services for the family will be held Saturday, May 30th&nbsp;at the United Methodist Church in Arnold, NE with Pastor Bill Williams officiating. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Center or Arnold Fire Department.&nbsp; Words of encouragement can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Arnold Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;at 10:30 A.M.

Karla Le (Olson) Nansel Services

Oscar Palmer Jr. of Cozad passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Emerald Care Center at the age of 87. 

Oscar was born April 18, 1933 at Seminole, Oklahoma to Oscar Sr. and Deloris (James) Palmer.&nbsp; Oscar served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1957.&nbsp; In November of 1959, Oscar married Deloris Alspaw in Bakersfield, California.&nbsp; Their union was blessed with two children, John and Jennifer. Oscar was a delivery driver for Montgomery Ward and a custodian for a school in Bakersfield.&nbsp; He and Deloris moved to Cozad in 1994 and he worked as a custodian at Cozad City Schools. 

Oscar took great pride in his lawn and washing his car. He enjoyed refinishing furniture, watching sports and John Wayne westerns, his favorite movie was "Shane".&nbsp; Oscar loved spending time with his family and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. 

Oscar was preceded in death by his parents; sister, May Francis Palmer and brother, Jerry Palmer. 

Survivors include his wife Deloris Palmer of Cozad; son, John (Gloria) Palmer of Cozad; daughter, Jennifer (Clint) Sheldon of New Ulm, MN; grandchildren, Mikal Duncan of Russellville, AR, Hannah Duncan of New Ulm, MN, Connor Sheldon of New Ulm, MN, Adam (Jodi) Hild of Cozad, Bradley (Brittney) Hild of Cozad, Sarah (Kirsten) Richmieir of Norton, KS, Terri (Shawn) Barry of Axtell, Gerry (Chuck) Taylor of Oxford; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Palmer of CA; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. 

Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at a later date. Berryman Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Oscar Palmer Jr. of Cozad passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Emerald Care Center at the age of 87. Oscar was born April 18, 1933 at Seminole, Oklahoma to Oscar Sr. and Deloris (James) Palmer.&nbsp; Oscar served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1957.&nbsp; In November of 1959, Oscar married Deloris Alspaw in Bakersfield, California.&nbsp; Their union was blessed with two children, John and Jennifer. Oscar was a delivery driver for Montgomery Ward and a custodian for a school in Bakersfield.&nbsp; He and Deloris moved to Cozad in 1994 and he worked as a custodian at Cozad City Schools. Oscar took great pride in his lawn and washing his car. He enjoyed refinishing furniture, watching sports and John Wayne westerns, his favorite movie was "Shane".&nbsp; Oscar loved spending time with his family and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. Oscar was preceded in death by his parents; sister, May Francis Palmer and brother, Jerry Palmer. Survivors include his wife Deloris Palmer of Cozad; son, John (Gloria) Palmer of Cozad; daughter, Jennifer (Clint) Sheldon of New Ulm, MN; grandchildren, Mikal Duncan of Russellville, AR, Hannah Duncan of New Ulm, MN, Connor Sheldon of New Ulm, MN, Adam (Jodi) Hild of Cozad, Bradley (Brittney) Hild of Cozad, Sarah (Kirsten) Richmieir of Norton, KS, Terri (Shawn) Barry of Axtell, Gerry (Chuck) Taylor of Oxford; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Palmer of CA; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Memorials are suggested to the family in his name for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at a later date. Berryman Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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