Irene Faye Athey, 77, of North Platte, formerly of Gothenburg passed away Wednesday, February 19 at her home in North Platte.

A Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg with Pastor David Boyd officiating.

She was born on July 21, 1942 to Ora and Elsie (Tiderman) Dorman at McCune, KS. She grew up on the family farm North of Gothenburg.

Irene Dorman married Jesse Athey on July 27, 1963: to this union two daughters and a son were born. She later made her home in Gothenburg in 1983 and moved to North Platte about 5 years ago.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg and the Red Hat Society.

Irene enjoyed spending time with her loved ones and friends. She enjoyed quilting, painting, playing piano, bowling, cooking and scrapbooking.

Survivors include her Children, Sonja (George) Campbell of North Platte, Jeffrey (Debra) Athey of Gothenburg, Jana (John) Steger of Sterling, AK; grandchildren, Andy Jr (Cassie) Dishman, Serrita (Charlie) Allen, Christopher Athey, Starlita Dobbins, Nathan (Jerrica) Woods, Joshua Weir, Tonni Keith, Thomas Campbell, and Kayla Steger; Great-grandchildren- Georgina, Quinton, Dominique, Gage, Kevryck, Kaela, Lily, Gracie, Addie, Aubrieann, Rayna, Angelyn, Mykenzie, James and Charlee; and her sisters, Alice (Lawrence) McCain of Gothenburg and Glenna Ozanne of Cozad.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Elsie Dorman; an infant sister, Marilyn; and Jesse Athey.

Memorials can be made to the American Lung Association. Online condolences can be shared at carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. 

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 </figure>Irene Faye Athey, 77, of North Platte, formerly of Gothenburg passed away Wednesday, February 19 at her home in North Platte.A Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg with Pastor David Boyd officiating.She was born on July 21, 1942 to Ora and Elsie (Tiderman) Dorman at McCune, KS. She grew up on the family farm North of Gothenburg.Irene Dorman married Jesse Athey on July 27, 1963: to this union two daughters and a son were born. She later made her home in Gothenburg in 1983 and moved to North Platte about 5 years ago.She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg and the Red Hat Society.Irene enjoyed spending time with her loved ones and friends. She enjoyed quilting, painting, playing piano, bowling, cooking and scrapbooking.Survivors include her Children, Sonja (George) Campbell of North Platte, Jeffrey (Debra) Athey of Gothenburg, Jana (John) Steger of Sterling, AK; grandchildren, Andy Jr (Cassie) Dishman, Serrita (Charlie) Allen, Christopher Athey, Starlita Dobbins, Nathan (Jerrica) Woods, Joshua Weir, Tonni Keith, Thomas Campbell, and Kayla Steger; Great-grandchildren- Georgina, Quinton, Dominique, Gage, Kevryck, Kaela, Lily, Gracie, Addie, Aubrieann, Rayna, Angelyn, Mykenzie, James and Charlee; and her sisters, Alice (Lawrence) McCain of Gothenburg and Glenna Ozanne of Cozad.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Elsie Dorman; an infant sister, Marilyn; and Jesse Athey.Memorials can be made to the American Lung Association. Online condolences can be shared at carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Irene Faye Athey (1942-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ivan C. Pooschke, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska died on February 19, 2020 at Linden Court in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Chaplain Deb Dishman officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at McCain Cemetery near Stapleton, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ivan C. Pooschke, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska died on February 19, 2020 at Linden Court in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Chaplain Deb Dishman officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at McCain Cemetery near Stapleton, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ivan C. Pooschke (age 93

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ruby Taylor, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska died on February 20, 2020 at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 24th at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ruby Taylor, age 74, of North Platte, Nebraska died on February 20, 2020 at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 24th at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Ruby Taylor - Death Notice

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary Jo (Luxa) Brauer, age 79, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at North Platte Care Center, North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Mary Jo was born on July 8, 1940 in Julesburg, Colorado, the daughter of Arlan and Maureen (Disney) Luxa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She married Lloyd Brauer in Lodgepole, Nebraska on October 3, 1959.&nbsp; he preceded her in death on December 25, 2018.&nbsp; She is survived by her children Bryan (Jolene) of Holton, Kansas, Trevia (Scott) Bussell of Imperial, Nebraska, Anna (Chris) Kendall of Scranton, Kansas, and Brad (Denise) of North Platte, Nebraska; one sister, Arlene Johnson of Potter, Nebraska; grandchildren Jessica Brauer, Nicole (Jonathan) Wilson, Justin (Marissa) Bussell, Kylee (Cody) DeWester, Amanda Kendall, Mikayla Brauer, and Brin (Ricky Martin) Brauer; and great grandchildren Zaiden and Austin Bussell, and Cale and Cason DeWester.&nbsp; She was predeceased by two siblings, Barbara Seyler and Stephen Luxa, and by four grandsons, Dustin Bussell, Matthew Brauer, and twins, Curtis and Cody Brauer. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Riverview Cemetery in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorial contributions to North Platte Premier Estates and cards of condolences for the family may be sent in care of Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street, North Platte, Nebraska.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary Jo (Luxa) Brauer, age 79, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at North Platte Care Center, North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Mary Jo was born on July 8, 1940 in Julesburg, Colorado, the daughter of Arlan and Maureen (Disney) Luxa. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She married Lloyd Brauer in Lodgepole, Nebraska on October 3, 1959.&nbsp; he preceded her in death on December 25, 2018.&nbsp; She is survived by her children Bryan (Jolene) of Holton, Kansas, Trevia (Scott) Bussell of Imperial, Nebraska, Anna (Chris) Kendall of Scranton, Kansas, and Brad (Denise) of North Platte, Nebraska; one sister, Arlene Johnson of Potter, Nebraska; grandchildren Jessica Brauer, Nicole (Jonathan) Wilson, Justin (Marissa) Bussell, Kylee (Cody) DeWester, Amanda Kendall, Mikayla Brauer, and Brin (Ricky Martin) Brauer; and great grandchildren Zaiden and Austin Bussell, and Cale and Cason DeWester.&nbsp; She was predeceased by two siblings, Barbara Seyler and Stephen Luxa, and by four grandsons, Dustin Bussell, Matthew Brauer, and twins, Curtis and Cody Brauer. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Riverview Cemetery in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorial contributions to North Platte Premier Estates and cards of condolences for the family may be sent in care of Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street, North Platte, Nebraska.

Mary Jo Brauer  (1940-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George O. Davis, formerly of Cave Springs, Arkansas, died on February 10, 2020 at Maples-Har-Bar Meadows in Springdale Arkansas at the age of 88 years and 11 months.&nbsp; He was born on March 10, 1931 in Brule, Nebraska to the late George O'Brien and Hester Lucy (Butterfield) Davis. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George graduated from the Brule High School in 1948.&nbsp; George married Mary Jane Drost, mother of his nine children, on July 20, 1950.&nbsp; He was a master carpenter.&nbsp; He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, active in Catholic Cursillo, 47 years of sobriety, and helped many other alcoholics achieve sobriety. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George is survived by his nine children, Scott (Marcy) Davis, Shanny Davis, Chris (Leasa) Davis, Linda Roggow, Marty (Donna) Davis, Tricia (Ted) Ferguson, Michael (Joan) Davis, Kelly (Marianne) Davis, and Andy (Angela) Davis and their mother, Janie Davis; nephews and niece Scott, Mike and Stephen (Sharon) Stafford and Lise (Bryon) Russ; 28 grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild; along with numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; George is also survived by Marie Davis, whom he married on December 25, 1987 and her children, Eddie Bowers and Christine Craig. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George was preceded in death by his only sister, Beth Marie Stafford; son-in-law, Dwight Roggow; and a granddaughter, Leslie Davis. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time on February 28, 2020 preceded by a Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Mountain time at All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis, Nebraska with the Reverends Stephen Deaver, Vijumon Choorackal, and Deacon Michael Davis officiating.&nbsp; Christian burial of cremated remains will follow at the Ashby Cemetery in Ashby, Nebraska.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, Nebraska, which is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George O. Davis, formerly of Cave Springs, Arkansas, died on February 10, 2020 at Maples-Har-Bar Meadows in Springdale Arkansas at the age of 88 years and 11 months.&nbsp; He was born on March 10, 1931 in Brule, Nebraska to the late George O'Brien and Hester Lucy (Butterfield) Davis. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George graduated from the Brule High School in 1948.&nbsp; George married Mary Jane Drost, mother of his nine children, on July 20, 1950.&nbsp; He was a master carpenter.&nbsp; He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, active in Catholic Cursillo, 47 years of sobriety, and helped many other alcoholics achieve sobriety. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George is survived by his nine children, Scott (Marcy) Davis, Shanny Davis, Chris (Leasa) Davis, Linda Roggow, Marty (Donna) Davis, Tricia (Ted) Ferguson, Michael (Joan) Davis, Kelly (Marianne) Davis, and Andy (Angela) Davis and their mother, Janie Davis; nephews and niece Scott, Mike and Stephen (Sharon) Stafford and Lise (Bryon) Russ; 28 grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild; along with numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; George is also survived by Marie Davis, whom he married on December 25, 1987 and her children, Eddie Bowers and Christine Craig. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;George was preceded in death by his only sister, Beth Marie Stafford; son-in-law, Dwight Roggow; and a granddaughter, Leslie Davis. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time on February 28, 2020 preceded by a Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Mountain time at All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis, Nebraska with the Reverends Stephen Deaver, Vijumon Choorackal, and Deacon Michael Davis officiating.&nbsp; Christian burial of cremated remains will follow at the Ashby Cemetery in Ashby, Nebraska.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, Nebraska, which is assisting the family with arrangements.

George O. Davis  (1931-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna Fae Russell Brase, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 18, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna was born on April 11, 1926 in Valparaiso, Nebraska to Oris Fay and Eva Merle (Betts) Russell. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna moved to Grand Island, Nebraska in 1931.&nbsp; She graduated from Grand Island High School with the Class of 1943.&nbsp; Donna moved to North Platte, Nebraska in 1944 where she worked for Bell Telephone Company until 1952.&nbsp; On August 8, 1948, Donna married Eugene W. Brase at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte.&nbsp; Donna and Gene owned and operated Brase Distributing for 49 years.&nbsp; Donna also helped keep the books until 1980. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna will be remembered for her servant's heart.&nbsp; Over the next 40 years, Donna volunteered at the Thrift Center, the Senior Center, and spent countless hours volunteering for RSVP (Ready to Serve Volunteer Program) in North Platte.&nbsp; Donna and Gene were recipients of the Leonard Hirschfeld Award in 1993 and Donna was most recently awarded the Buffalo Bill Cody Volunteer Award. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include sons, Scott (Mary Collins and Mary's son, Keaton) Brase of Grants Pass, Oregon and Brett (Jill) Brase of Fort Collins, Colorado; grandchildren Alison (Josh) McGinley, Sarah (Cody) Knobel, and Jack Brase, all of Fort Collins, Colorado; great-grandchildren Everly and Nora McGinley; a sister, Clarice Barrett of North Platte; and several other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gene; and a brother, Dale. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Thrift Store, Senior Center, or to RSVP, and can be sent to Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A private family service has been planned, but those wishing to sign the register book may do so on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, from 12:00 noon until 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna Fae Russell Brase, age 93, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 18, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna was born on April 11, 1926 in Valparaiso, Nebraska to Oris Fay and Eva Merle (Betts) Russell. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna moved to Grand Island, Nebraska in 1931.&nbsp; She graduated from Grand Island High School with the Class of 1943.&nbsp; Donna moved to North Platte, Nebraska in 1944 where she worked for Bell Telephone Company until 1952.&nbsp; On August 8, 1948, Donna married Eugene W. Brase at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in North Platte.&nbsp; Donna and Gene owned and operated Brase Distributing for 49 years.&nbsp; Donna also helped keep the books until 1980. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Donna will be remembered for her servant's heart.&nbsp; Over the next 40 years, Donna volunteered at the Thrift Center, the Senior Center, and spent countless hours volunteering for RSVP (Ready to Serve Volunteer Program) in North Platte.&nbsp; Donna and Gene were recipients of the Leonard Hirschfeld Award in 1993 and Donna was most recently awarded the Buffalo Bill Cody Volunteer Award. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include sons, Scott (Mary Collins and Mary's son, Keaton) Brase of Grants Pass, Oregon and Brett (Jill) Brase of Fort Collins, Colorado; grandchildren Alison (Josh) McGinley, Sarah (Cody) Knobel, and Jack Brase, all of Fort Collins, Colorado; great-grandchildren Everly and Nora McGinley; a sister, Clarice Barrett of North Platte; and several other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gene; and a brother, Dale. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Thrift Store, Senior Center, or to RSVP, and can be sent to Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A private family service has been planned, but those wishing to sign the register book may do so on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, from 12:00 noon until 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Donna Fae Russell Brase  (1926 - 2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin F. Werkmeister, 92 years old, of Maywood, Nebraska, passed away on February 16, 2020 in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin was born on January 29, 1928 to Adolph and Ella (Klug) Werkmeister in Hayes County, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was one of nine children.&nbsp; Melvin attended the Valley School in Hayes County where he graduated from the 8th Grade. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;After school he worked on the family farm.&nbsp; In 1946, he was drafted into the United States Army during WWII.&nbsp; He served his time in Japan guarding prisoners.&nbsp; He was honorable discharged from the military in 1947.&nbsp; Melvin returned home to Hayes County where he continued farming.&nbsp; When he wasn't farming, you could find him playing baseball.&nbsp; He played on the teams for Quick, Maywood &amp; White.&nbsp; Melvin also played baseball on a team in&nbsp; Japan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On June 17, 1950, he married Lucille Large at Culbertson, Nebraska.&nbsp; they were blessed with four children; Alvin, Allan, Verneta, and Julie.&nbsp; He continued to play baseball after the children were born.&nbsp; He also enjoyed listening to polka music, playing cards, and big family get-togethers.&nbsp; Melvin was on a Men's Bowling League and a men's trap shooting team. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin took pride in his farming and loved working the land.&nbsp; Melvin retired from farming in 1998.&nbsp; He and Lucille then moved into Maywood, Nebraska.&nbsp; You can take the boy out of the country, but you couldn't take the country out of the boy!&nbsp; Melvin continued to drive out to the farm and helped Alvin and Allan for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed his country drives, which he did until the last year of his life.&nbsp; He and Lucille loved having family stop by.&nbsp; They would always be at the window waving when you got there and waving again when you left.&nbsp; The highlight of their later years was having the grandkids show up with all the great-grandkids in tow.&nbsp; Out would come the little red wagon loaded with toys.&nbsp; The kids always knew there would be cookies and ice cream! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Lucille; his parents, brothers and sisters-in-law, Leo &amp; Jean Werkmeister, Max &amp; Donna Werkmeister; brothers, Earnest, Elgie and Raymond; a sister, Darlene Werkmeister; and a brother-in-law, Chet Bennett. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin is survived by his sons, Alvin (Sina Jo) of Maywood, Nebraska and Allan of Curtis, Nebraska; his daughters, Verneta Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska and Julie (Kevin) Johnson of Keensburg, Colorado.&nbsp; He is also survived by six grandchildren and 16 great granchildren: Bobbi (Lance) Dilfer, Shelby &amp; Jared; Luke (Lisa) Werkmeister, Ryan Steven, Katelyn, Nathan &amp; Joslyn; Marc (Jessica) Werkmeister, Britton, Berkely, &amp; Wallace; Jayde (Gary) Koch, Rosie &amp; Ezekiel; Christopher (Michelle) Werkmeister, Winston, Gertis, Prudence &amp; Lennon; and Michael (Dani) Werkmeister; sisters, Lois Bennet of Niwot, Colorado and Arlene Werkmeister of Longmont Colorado; sisters-in-law, Betty Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska, Pat Werkmeister of California, Roberta Werkmeister of Palisade, Nebraska; along with many extended family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Curtis, Nebraska on Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside Services will be held at Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Military Honors.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Maywood Community Center of the donor's choice.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin F. Werkmeister, 92 years old, of Maywood, Nebraska, passed away on February 16, 2020 in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin was born on January 29, 1928 to Adolph and Ella (Klug) Werkmeister in Hayes County, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was one of nine children.&nbsp; Melvin attended the Valley School in Hayes County where he graduated from the 8th Grade. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;After school he worked on the family farm.&nbsp; In 1946, he was drafted into the United States Army during WWII.&nbsp; He served his time in Japan guarding prisoners.&nbsp; He was honorable discharged from the military in 1947.&nbsp; Melvin returned home to Hayes County where he continued farming.&nbsp; When he wasn't farming, you could find him playing baseball.&nbsp; He played on the teams for Quick, Maywood &amp; White.&nbsp; Melvin also played baseball on a team in&nbsp; Japan. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On June 17, 1950, he married Lucille Large at Culbertson, Nebraska.&nbsp; they were blessed with four children; Alvin, Allan, Verneta, and Julie.&nbsp; He continued to play baseball after the children were born.&nbsp; He also enjoyed listening to polka music, playing cards, and big family get-togethers.&nbsp; Melvin was on a Men's Bowling League and a men's trap shooting team. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin took pride in his farming and loved working the land.&nbsp; Melvin retired from farming in 1998.&nbsp; He and Lucille then moved into Maywood, Nebraska.&nbsp; You can take the boy out of the country, but you couldn't take the country out of the boy!&nbsp; Melvin continued to drive out to the farm and helped Alvin and Allan for many years.&nbsp; He enjoyed his country drives, which he did until the last year of his life.&nbsp; He and Lucille loved having family stop by.&nbsp; They would always be at the window waving when you got there and waving again when you left.&nbsp; The highlight of their later years was having the grandkids show up with all the great-grandkids in tow.&nbsp; Out would come the little red wagon loaded with toys.&nbsp; The kids always knew there would be cookies and ice cream! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Lucille; his parents, brothers and sisters-in-law, Leo &amp; Jean Werkmeister, Max &amp; Donna Werkmeister; brothers, Earnest, Elgie and Raymond; a sister, Darlene Werkmeister; and a brother-in-law, Chet Bennett. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Melvin is survived by his sons, Alvin (Sina Jo) of Maywood, Nebraska and Allan of Curtis, Nebraska; his daughters, Verneta Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska and Julie (Kevin) Johnson of Keensburg, Colorado.&nbsp; He is also survived by six grandchildren and 16 great granchildren: Bobbi (Lance) Dilfer, Shelby &amp; Jared; Luke (Lisa) Werkmeister, Ryan Steven, Katelyn, Nathan &amp; Joslyn; Marc (Jessica) Werkmeister, Britton, Berkely, &amp; Wallace; Jayde (Gary) Koch, Rosie &amp; Ezekiel; Christopher (Michelle) Werkmeister, Winston, Gertis, Prudence &amp; Lennon; and Michael (Dani) Werkmeister; sisters, Lois Bennet of Niwot, Colorado and Arlene Werkmeister of Longmont Colorado; sisters-in-law, Betty Werkmeister of Maywood, Nebraska, Pat Werkmeister of California, Roberta Werkmeister of Palisade, Nebraska; along with many extended family members and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be held at Blase-Wetzel-Strauser Memorial Chapel in Curtis, Nebraska on Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside Services will be held at Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Military Honors.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Maywood Community Center of the donor's choice.

Melvin F. Werkmeister (1928 - 2020)

Doris R. Buss, age 95, of Cozad, Nebraska, died on February 16, 2020 in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at Block Cemetery in Gothenburg on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Block Cemetery.

Doris R. Buss, age 95, of Cozad, Nebraska, died on February 16, 2020 in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at Block Cemetery in Gothenburg on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Block Cemetery.

Doris R. Buss  (age 95

Lyla Frances Blevins, age 89, of Gandy passed away February 11, 2020 at the Belmont Village Senior Living Community in Carol Stream, IL near Chicago.  

She was born on October 3, 1930 in Logan County to Floyd and Mabel (Dickerson) Fowler.

Lyla graduated from Gandy High School in 1947.  She had a love of horses and was crowned Burwell Rodeo Queen.  On December 8, 1950 she married Donald Allen Blevins at the Presbyterian Church in Stapleton.  She taught school in a one room schoolhouse northeast of Gandy.  She and Don purchased a farm near Gandy in 1953 which became the Lazy DL Ranch, that the two owned and operated.

Lyla was a member of the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church and taught Sunday School for over 60 years, served as an elder in the church, and was a member of the Mariners.  She was very involved in 4-H when the kids were young and enjoyed bowling on leagues in Stapleton.  She was supportive of her children’s activities and was very creative, enjoying crafts and puzzles and was a Nebraska football fan.  Lyla will always be remembered for her dedication to her community, her church, and her family.

Survivors include her children, Donald (Debbie) Blevins of Norfolk, Dennis (LaVonne) Blevins of Woodland Park, CO, and Linda (Adair) Smith of West Chicago, IL; grandchildren Brooke (Todd) Hartbecke of Sioux Center, IA, Traci (Trevor) Summeril of Woodland Park, CO, Melissa Blevins of Kansas City, MO, Stephen (Kinisha) Blevins of Woodland Park, CO, Angela (Chase) Rogers of St. Charles, IL, Michael (Chantella) Blevins of Colorado Springs, CO, Aaron Smith of Cleveland, OH, and Adam Smith of West Chicago, IL,&nbsp;18 great grandchildren; sister, Joyce Schaeffer of Stapleton; numerous other family members; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; 9 brothers and sisters; nephews, David Blevins and Dale Miles; and nieces, Ruth Beckius and Esther Fowler.

Don and Lyla have supported missions faithfully over the years, especially through their granddaughter Melissa (Missy) Blevins who continues to serve full time with OneEleven Global. OneEleven Global is a non-profit missions organization that trains, disciples, and sends missionaries throughout five continents. The organization partners with the local church, serves with them, and equips them in prayer and missions to send out laborers who go forth with the good news of Christ. In lieu of flowers memorial checks may be made to One Eleven Global.

Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp;

Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 at the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Stapleton with Pastor Eric Mockiatis officiating.  Burial will follow at Loup Valley Cemetery near Stapleton.  Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Lyla Frances Blevins, age 89, of Gandy passed away February 11, 2020 at the Belmont Village Senior Living Community in Carol Stream, IL near Chicago. She was born on October 3, 1930 in Logan County to Floyd and Mabel (Dickerson) Fowler.Lyla graduated from Gandy High School in 1947. She had a love of horses and was crowned Burwell Rodeo Queen. On December 8, 1950 she married Donald Allen Blevins at the Presbyterian Church in Stapleton. She taught school in a one room schoolhouse northeast of Gandy. She and Don purchased a farm near Gandy in 1953 which became the Lazy DL Ranch, that the two owned and operated.Lyla was a member of the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church and taught Sunday School for over 60 years, served as an elder in the church, and was a member of the Mariners. She was very involved in 4-H when the kids were young and enjoyed bowling on leagues in Stapleton. She was supportive of her children’s activities and was very creative, enjoying crafts and puzzles and was a Nebraska football fan. Lyla will always be remembered for her dedication to her community, her church, and her family.Survivors include her children, Donald (Debbie) Blevins of Norfolk, Dennis (LaVonne) Blevins of Woodland Park, CO, and Linda (Adair) Smith of West Chicago, IL; grandchildren Brooke (Todd) Hartbecke of Sioux Center, IA, Traci (Trevor) Summeril of Woodland Park, CO, Melissa Blevins of Kansas City, MO, Stephen (Kinisha) Blevins of Woodland Park, CO, Angela (Chase) Rogers of St. Charles, IL, Michael (Chantella) Blevins of Colorado Springs, CO, Aaron Smith of Cleveland, OH, and Adam Smith of West Chicago, IL,&nbsp;18 great grandchildren; sister, Joyce Schaeffer of Stapleton; numerous other family members; and many friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; 9 brothers and sisters; nephews, David Blevins and Dale Miles; and nieces, Ruth Beckius and Esther Fowler.Don and Lyla have supported missions faithfully over the years, especially through their granddaughter Melissa (Missy) Blevins who continues to serve full time with OneEleven Global. OneEleven Global is a non-profit missions organization that trains, disciples, and sends missionaries throughout five continents. The organization partners with the local church, serves with them, and equips them in prayer and missions to send out laborers who go forth with the good news of Christ. In lieu of flowers memorial checks may be made to One Eleven Global.Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 at the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Stapleton with Pastor Eric Mockiatis officiating. Burial will follow at Loup Valley Cemetery near Stapleton. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Lyla Frances Blevins (1930-2020

Jeff shocked the hell out of his family and friends with his sudden departure on Feb. 13, 2020, at Bryan Medical Center in Lincoln. His heart was so full of love (and infection) that it just could not go on.

Jeff was born on July 16, 1979, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He moved to North Platte when he was a small child and resided there until his death. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1997. He then worked at Shopko, the Do-It Center, Walmart DC and most recently, O’Reilly Auto Parts.

Jeff was wicked smart and quick with a pun or comeback. He was always the winner of Trivial Pursuit and willing to talk you into philosophical circles.

Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents, Virg and Jan Heimbuch and Duane Befort; as well as his fiancee, Lisa Alexander.

Left to mourn him are his parents, Sue (Heimbuch) and Lyle Yanken of North Platte, and Rex Befort of Cheyenne, Wyoming; his sisters Molly (Brandon) Freeze of North Platte and Kiersten (Chad) Hill of Seward; nephew Cooper Hill of Seward; grandparents, Erma and Gary Torske of Cheyenne and Beverly Befort of North Platte; his fiancée, Nadine Little Florea of North Platte, and her sons Zeik and Jebb Florea; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

There will never be another like Jeff. He came into this world during a tornado and left in a blizzard. His organs were donated to live on in another.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation or to the donor’s choice.

Friends and family are invited to a celebration of life service at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at the Moose Lodge in North Platte.

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 </figure>Jeff shocked the hell out of his family and friends with his sudden departure on Feb. 13, 2020, at Bryan Medical Center in Lincoln. His heart was so full of love (and infection) that it just could not go on.Jeff was born on July 16, 1979, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He moved to North Platte when he was a small child and resided there until his death. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1997. He then worked at Shopko, the Do-It Center, Walmart DC and most recently, O’Reilly Auto Parts.Jeff was wicked smart and quick with a pun or comeback. He was always the winner of Trivial Pursuit and willing to talk you into philosophical circles.Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents, Virg and Jan Heimbuch and Duane Befort; as well as his fiancee, Lisa Alexander.Left to mourn him are his parents, Sue (Heimbuch) and Lyle Yanken of North Platte, and Rex Befort of Cheyenne, Wyoming; his sisters Molly (Brandon) Freeze of North Platte and Kiersten (Chad) Hill of Seward; nephew Cooper Hill of Seward; grandparents, Erma and Gary Torske of Cheyenne and Beverly Befort of North Platte; his fiancée, Nadine Little Florea of North Platte, and her sons Zeik and Jebb Florea; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.There will never be another like Jeff. He came into this world during a tornado and left in a blizzard. His organs were donated to live on in another.Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation or to the donor’s choice.Friends and family are invited to a celebration of life service at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at the Moose Lodge in North Platte.

Jeffrey J. Befort (1979-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael John Clary, age 43, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 14, 2020 at his home.&nbsp; He was born on January 27, 1977 to Terri Clary.&nbsp; He was young when his mother Terri died, so his grandparents, Bill and June Clary, raised him and he adored them. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael grew up in Oklahoma, which made him a huge Oklahoma State Cowboys fan.&nbsp; After graduation from Perkins, Oklahoma High School, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1995, serving in California, Virginia and Iceland.&nbsp; He retired from the Navy at NAS Lemoore on May 7, 2015. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael married Wendy Purcell on November 21, 2011 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple lived in Camarillo, California and then moved to Lemoore.&nbsp; After retirement, they moved to North Platte.&nbsp; He worked as a carman at Union Pacific Railroad and at Lee Bird Field Airport. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He had a great sense of humor, loved to tease and always tried to lighten the mood.&nbsp; He was very protective of his family, especially his girls and went by the nickname 'Mikaroni' by his daughters and their friends.&nbsp; Michael was a member of 'Buddy Check' where veterans meet at the Cedar Bowl. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife Wendy of North Platte; three daughters, Haley, Hannah, and Brittany; nephew Austin; aunts, Ida Cooksey, Sue Williams, Willamina Kaori, and Jeanne Laboray; dog dad of three, Bear, Chloe and Bobo; numerous other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be at 4:00 p.m. on February 19, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, with inurnment at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael John Clary, age 43, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 14, 2020 at his home.&nbsp; He was born on January 27, 1977 to Terri Clary.&nbsp; He was young when his mother Terri died, so his grandparents, Bill and June Clary, raised him and he adored them. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael grew up in Oklahoma, which made him a huge Oklahoma State Cowboys fan.&nbsp; After graduation from Perkins, Oklahoma High School, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1995, serving in California, Virginia and Iceland.&nbsp; He retired from the Navy at NAS Lemoore on May 7, 2015. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael married Wendy Purcell on November 21, 2011 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple lived in Camarillo, California and then moved to Lemoore.&nbsp; After retirement, they moved to North Platte.&nbsp; He worked as a carman at Union Pacific Railroad and at Lee Bird Field Airport. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He had a great sense of humor, loved to tease and always tried to lighten the mood.&nbsp; He was very protective of his family, especially his girls and went by the nickname 'Mikaroni' by his daughters and their friends.&nbsp; Michael was a member of 'Buddy Check' where veterans meet at the Cedar Bowl. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife Wendy of North Platte; three daughters, Haley, Hannah, and Brittany; nephew Austin; aunts, Ida Cooksey, Sue Williams, Willamina Kaori, and Jeanne Laboray; dog dad of three, Bear, Chloe and Bobo; numerous other family members and many friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be at 4:00 p.m. on February 19, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, at 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, with inurnment at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Michael John Clary (1977 - 2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary Catherine McVay, age 94, of Sutherland, Nebraska died on February 13, 2020 at the Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary was born on May 10, 1925 to Patrick Edward and Isabella Elizabeth (Wilmes) Priel at Sutherland, where she grew up.&nbsp; By her junior year, the family moved to Kearney, Nebraska where Mary finished her schooling, graduating from Kearney High School in 1944.&nbsp; She then went to work for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company and later married Wesley Van Vleet, Jr. in Kearney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In 1958, Wesley and Mary moved to Sutherland and bought the Longhorn Bar.&nbsp; A few years later they sold the bar and divorced.&nbsp; She married Bob Bryant in 1962.&nbsp; After Bob died, Mary married Robert McVay. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary continued to own several businesses in town which included the Deluxe Cafe, Rodeo Bar and Conoco Cafe, and eventually started the Sutherland Senior Center.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary is survived by her children, Morris (Ruth Ann) Van Vleet of Kearney, Nebraska, Ray (Laura) Bryant of Mitchell, South Dakota, Cylde (Sheri) Bryant of Ogallala, Nebraska, Virginia Fear, and Annette (Larry) Kennedy of Sutherland, Nebraska; grandchildren, Kelli Van Vleet-Pleskac (Aaron, Kyle (Melanie) Van Vleet, Marlo Roberts, Candace (Andy) Scott, Marty Fear, Sean (Adrienne) Kennedy, Sarah (Ben) Rivera, and Makenna Bryant; 11 great-grandchildren and a great great-grandson; a sister-in-law, Betty Priel of North Platte, Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Don Fleecs of Sutherland, and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Along with her husband, Bob Bryant, Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Isabella Priel; a son, Ken Van Vleet; a daughter, Patricia Van Vleet Greene; a sister, Peggy Fleecs; a brother, Leonard 'Bud' Priel; and granddaughters, Katie Kennedy and Summer Greene. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2020 and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 with Celebrant Father Sagar.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, south of Sutherland.&nbsp; Visitation will be prior to the services at the church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Sutherland American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary Catherine McVay, age 94, of Sutherland, Nebraska died on February 13, 2020 at the Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary was born on May 10, 1925 to Patrick Edward and Isabella Elizabeth (Wilmes) Priel at Sutherland, where she grew up.&nbsp; By her junior year, the family moved to Kearney, Nebraska where Mary finished her schooling, graduating from Kearney High School in 1944.&nbsp; She then went to work for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company and later married Wesley Van Vleet, Jr. in Kearney. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In 1958, Wesley and Mary moved to Sutherland and bought the Longhorn Bar.&nbsp; A few years later they sold the bar and divorced.&nbsp; She married Bob Bryant in 1962.&nbsp; After Bob died, Mary married Robert McVay. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary continued to own several businesses in town which included the Deluxe Cafe, Rodeo Bar and Conoco Cafe, and eventually started the Sutherland Senior Center.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mary is survived by her children, Morris (Ruth Ann) Van Vleet of Kearney, Nebraska, Ray (Laura) Bryant of Mitchell, South Dakota, Cylde (Sheri) Bryant of Ogallala, Nebraska, Virginia Fear, and Annette (Larry) Kennedy of Sutherland, Nebraska; grandchildren, Kelli Van Vleet-Pleskac (Aaron, Kyle (Melanie) Van Vleet, Marlo Roberts, Candace (Andy) Scott, Marty Fear, Sean (Adrienne) Kennedy, Sarah (Ben) Rivera, and Makenna Bryant; 11 great-grandchildren and a great great-grandson; a sister-in-law, Betty Priel of North Platte, Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Don Fleecs of Sutherland, and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Along with her husband, Bob Bryant, Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Isabella Priel; a son, Ken Van Vleet; a daughter, Patricia Van Vleet Greene; a sister, Peggy Fleecs; a brother, Leonard 'Bud' Priel; and granddaughters, Katie Kennedy and Summer Greene. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sutherland, Nebraska.&nbsp; Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2020 and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 with Celebrant Father Sagar.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, south of Sutherland.&nbsp; Visitation will be prior to the services at the church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Sutherland American Legion Auxiliary.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Catherine McVay  (1925 - 2020

Lyla Blevins, age 89, of Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away February 11, 2020 at Belmont Village Senior Home in Carol Strean.  Services will be 10:00 a.m., February 21, 2020 at the Presbyterian Church in Stapleton, Nebraska.  Burial will follow at Loup Valley Cemetery west of Stapleton.  Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, Nebraska, is in charge of arrangements.

Lyla Blevins, age 89, of Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away February 11, 2020 at Belmont Village Senior Home in Carol Strean. Services will be 10:00 a.m., February 21, 2020 at the Presbyterian Church in Stapleton, Nebraska. Burial will follow at Loup Valley Cemetery west of Stapleton. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, Nebraska, is in charge of arrangements.

Lila Blevins - Death Notice



Julie Kaye Maske, 49, of Grand Island, formerly of Hershey, died at home February 10, 2020.

Julie was born February 26, 1970, to Billie John and Phyllis Raye&nbsp;(Elliott) Reed at Red Cloud, NE.&nbsp; She grew up in Hershey where she&nbsp;attended school and was confirmed at the Hershey United Methodist&nbsp;Church.&nbsp; When she was in the 10th grade, the Reed family moved to&nbsp;Camarillo, CA, where Julie graduated from Camarillo High School in&nbsp;1988.&nbsp; She then worked in customer service jobs and as a bookkeeper&nbsp;before getting married.

Julie married Kevin Maske in 1989 at Las Vegas before he enlisted.&nbsp;&nbsp;After his discharge from the Army, Julie and Kevin settled in Grand&nbsp;Island where they both worked for Swift.&nbsp; Julie stopped working in 2015&nbsp;due to health issues.

She had a love for reading, painting and learning.&nbsp; She also enjoyed&nbsp;cooking, walking, kayaking, playing word games and making birdhouses.&nbsp;

Julie especially loved her family and her dog, Loki, but definitely did&nbsp;not like to shop.&nbsp; She was taken too soon but will always be remembered&nbsp;for her sense of humor.

She is survived by her parents, Billie and Phyllis Reed, of Hershey;&nbsp;daughter, Reece Maske, and her dad, Kevin Maske, both of Grand Island;&nbsp;sisters, Cindy (Reed) Kuroki and Lucie Reed, of Hershey, and Helene&nbsp;Baustian, of Fremont; brothers, Nick (Denise) Reed, of Sutherland,&nbsp;Darrell (Irma) Reed, of St. Francis, KS, Billie (Tammie) Reed, of North&nbsp;Platte and Pat (Lorie) Reed, of Salina, KS; and other family.

Julie was preceded in death by her grandparents; brother-in-law, Daniel&nbsp;Baustian; and nephew, Eric Nardini.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2020, at Hershey&nbsp;United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte&nbsp;Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation is prior to the service at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of&nbsp;flowers, memorials are to the family. Online condolences may be shared&nbsp;at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge&nbsp;of arrangements.

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Julie Kaye Maske, 49, of Grand Island, formerly of Hershey, died at home February 10, 2020.Julie was born February 26, 1970, to Billie John and Phyllis Raye&nbsp;(Elliott) Reed at Red Cloud, NE.&nbsp; She grew up in Hershey where she&nbsp;attended school and was confirmed at the Hershey United Methodist&nbsp;Church.&nbsp; When she was in the 10th grade, the Reed family moved to&nbsp;Camarillo, CA, where Julie graduated from Camarillo High School in&nbsp;1988.&nbsp; She then worked in customer service jobs and as a bookkeeper&nbsp;before getting married.Julie married Kevin Maske in 1989 at Las Vegas before he enlisted.&nbsp;&nbsp;After his discharge from the Army, Julie and Kevin settled in Grand&nbsp;Island where they both worked for Swift.&nbsp; Julie stopped working in 2015&nbsp;due to health issues.She had a love for reading, painting and learning.&nbsp; She also enjoyed&nbsp;cooking, walking, kayaking, playing word games and making birdhouses.&nbsp;Julie especially loved her family and her dog, Loki, but definitely did&nbsp;not like to shop.&nbsp; She was taken too soon but will always be remembered&nbsp;for her sense of humor.She is survived by her parents, Billie and Phyllis Reed, of Hershey;&nbsp;daughter, Reece Maske, and her dad, Kevin Maske, both of Grand Island;&nbsp;sisters, Cindy (Reed) Kuroki and Lucie Reed, of Hershey, and Helene&nbsp;Baustian, of Fremont; brothers, Nick (Denise) Reed, of Sutherland,&nbsp;Darrell (Irma) Reed, of St. Francis, KS, Billie (Tammie) Reed, of North&nbsp;Platte and Pat (Lorie) Reed, of Salina, KS; and other family.Julie was preceded in death by her grandparents; brother-in-law, Daniel&nbsp;Baustian; and nephew, Eric Nardini.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2020, at Hershey&nbsp;United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the North Platte&nbsp;Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation is prior to the service at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of&nbsp;flowers, memorials are to the family. Online condolences may be shared&nbsp;at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge&nbsp;of arrangements.

Julie Kay Maske (1970-2020

Judith Faye Colborn, 76, of North Platte passed away February 5, 2020 at her home.

Judith was born on October 10, 1943 in Dallas, TX to Lewis and Cleo (Honey) Armentrout.

On December 31, 1975 she married Mark W. Colborn in Lincoln. The two made their home in North Platte where Judith worked at the North Platte Telegraph as a receptionist/switchboard operator/and cashier for almost 40 years.

Judith’s hobbies included reading, especially non-fiction, music (early ‘50’s and country gold ‘60’s) and some travel.

Survivors include her sons, Bill (Viola) Hunting of Sacramento, CA, Steven (Patricia) Colborn of Sandy, Utah, and Lee (Cristina) Colborn of Colorado Springs, CO; and a daughter, Joan (Kevin) Poole of Elmwood; grandchildren, Brian, Brad, Mark, Christopher, Ashley, Richard, Rachel, Stacy, Jason, and Katrina; three great-grandchildren, Emily, Maggie, and Madeline; brother, Robert (Deborah) Armentrout; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Wally Armentrout and Mark Armentrout.

Memorials are suggested to For the Love of Paws or to Paws-itive Partners. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 14, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Harold Rhea and Job Vigil officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Judith Faye Colborn, 76, of North Platte passed away February 5, 2020 at her home.Judith was born on October 10, 1943 in Dallas, TX to Lewis and Cleo (Honey) Armentrout.On December 31, 1975 she married Mark W. Colborn in Lincoln. The two made their home in North Platte where Judith worked at the North Platte Telegraph as a receptionist/switchboard operator/and cashier for almost 40 years.Judith’s hobbies included reading, especially non-fiction, music (early ‘50’s and country gold ‘60’s) and some travel.Survivors include her sons, Bill (Viola) Hunting of Sacramento, CA, Steven (Patricia) Colborn of Sandy, Utah, and Lee (Cristina) Colborn of Colorado Springs, CO; and a daughter, Joan (Kevin) Poole of Elmwood; grandchildren, Brian, Brad, Mark, Christopher, Ashley, Richard, Rachel, Stacy, Jason, and Katrina; three great-grandchildren, Emily, Maggie, and Madeline; brother, Robert (Deborah) Armentrout; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Wally Armentrout and Mark Armentrout.Memorials are suggested to For the Love of Paws or to Paws-itive Partners. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 14, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Harold Rhea and Job Vigil officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Judith Faye Colborn (1943-2020

Dorothy Ponce, 72, of North Platte, went to her heavenly home February 9, 2020, at Great Plains Health surrounded by her family.

Dorothy was born February 13, 1947 to Seferino and Helena (Luna) Martinez in North Platte, Nebraska.  She grew up in North Platte and attended school here.  On January 5, 1967 Dorothy married Robert Ponce in Kileen, TX.  When Robert was sent to Vietnam, Dorothy returned to North Platte to be close to family.  After his discharge, Robert returned to his family in North Platte.

Dorothy worked at Goodall’s in Ogallala while Robert was in the service.  She also worked at the Pawnee Hotel, Centennial Park, Chancellor Place, and Aspen Park.  Dorothy was a Sunday School Teacher who was an excellent wife, and loving mother.   She loved gardening, working outside, dancing, and listening to music. She was known to everyone as Aunt Dorothy. She was known for her big Christmas parties and she loved buying gifts for everyone. She was very loving to her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and her children’s friends.  She was a devoted Christian who shared her faith with others and devotedly prayed for others.

Survivors include her husband, Robert of North Platte; children, Robert Jr. Ponce of North Platte, Philip Joseph (Carmen) Ponce of Council Bluffs, IA, and Christina (Russell) Brown of Cheyenne, WY; grandchildren, Scott Ponce, Seth (Sharon) Ponce, Elizabeth Ponce, Ashley Brown, Justin Brown, and Kaylie Brown; brother, Jessie (Vicky) Martinez of North Platte; sisters, Ramona (Rick) Clark and Julia (Bob) Burks all of North Platte; numerous other family members; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Jess and Jennie Ponce; grandson, Cameron Allen; and brothers, Sibbio, Crespin, Domingo, Benedict, and Simon.

Memorials are suggested in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Brett Hatheway officiating.  Burial will follow at North Platte Cemetery.  Visitation will be noon – 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Dorothy Ponce, 72, of North Platte, went to her heavenly home February 9, 2020, at Great Plains Health surrounded by her family.Dorothy was born February 13, 1947 to Seferino and Helena (Luna) Martinez in North Platte, Nebraska. She grew up in North Platte and attended school here. On January 5, 1967 Dorothy married Robert Ponce in Kileen, TX. When Robert was sent to Vietnam, Dorothy returned to North Platte to be close to family. After his discharge, Robert returned to his family in North Platte.Dorothy worked at Goodall’s in Ogallala while Robert was in the service. She also worked at the Pawnee Hotel, Centennial Park, Chancellor Place, and Aspen Park. Dorothy was a Sunday School Teacher who was an excellent wife, and loving mother. She loved gardening, working outside, dancing, and listening to music. She was known to everyone as Aunt Dorothy. She was known for her big Christmas parties and she loved buying gifts for everyone. She was very loving to her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and her children’s friends. She was a devoted Christian who shared her faith with others and devotedly prayed for others.Survivors include her husband, Robert of North Platte; children, Robert Jr. Ponce of North Platte, Philip Joseph (Carmen) Ponce of Council Bluffs, IA, and Christina (Russell) Brown of Cheyenne, WY; grandchildren, Scott Ponce, Seth (Sharon) Ponce, Elizabeth Ponce, Ashley Brown, Justin Brown, and Kaylie Brown; brother, Jessie (Vicky) Martinez of North Platte; sisters, Ramona (Rick) Clark and Julia (Bob) Burks all of North Platte; numerous other family members; and many friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Jess and Jennie Ponce; grandson, Cameron Allen; and brothers, Sibbio, Crespin, Domingo, Benedict, and Simon.Memorials are suggested in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Funeral Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Brett Hatheway officiating. Burial will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be noon – 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy Ponce (1947-2020



John Clarence Phifer,&nbsp; 73, of North Platte, passed away Wednesday,&nbsp;February 5, 2020, at Bryan Health in Lincoln.

John was born May 8, 1946, to Clarence A. and Beulah Marie (Hopping)&nbsp;Phifer in North Platte. He grew up west of town and went to Platte&nbsp;Valley Grade School then Hershey High School, graduating in 1964. John&nbsp;attended McCook Junior College for two years before joining the U.S.&nbsp;Navy in October 1967.

The Navy schooled and trained John to be an aerographer's mate&nbsp;(meteorologist).&nbsp; He was scientifically inclined, so for his sea duty he&nbsp;volunteered for Operation Deep Freeze, the Antarctic Support Activity&nbsp;which was attached to the National Science Foundation.&nbsp; John wintered in&nbsp;Antarctica from '69 to '70, stationed at McMurdo Base, but flew to all&nbsp;the other bases on "the ice".

While on leave in the Spring of '71, John married Kathryn 'Kay' Becher&nbsp;in North Platte. They had two children, Travis and Angela, and later&nbsp;divorced.

Following his honorable discharge in August 1971, John returned to North&nbsp;Platte and hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad. He became a&nbsp;Switchman, then moved to Cheyenne, WY and worked as a Brakeman then as&nbsp;Conductor until about 2000.&nbsp; John eventually returned to North Platte to&nbsp;be closer to his family and worked part-time at Burger King for many years.

He was a member of the First Christian Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed working on and restoring vintage Thunderbirds and was a longtime member of the Rocky Mountain Thunderbird Club. John also enjoyed working on and riding&nbsp;his Triumph motorcycle, and was an HO gauge model railroader.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Beulah; ex-wife,&nbsp;Kathryn; and all his aunts and uncles.&nbsp;

John is survived by his daughter, Angela Phifer, of Loveland, CO; son,&nbsp;Travis (Missy) Phifer, of Thornton, CO, and their two children, Makaela&nbsp;and Kyle Phifer; brothers, Tom (Mona) Phifer, and Ken (Patty) Phifer, all of North Platte; three nieces, a nephew and other family.

Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Odean Colonial&nbsp;Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. on Friday, February 14, at&nbsp;Odean Colonial Chapel, then keeping with John's wishes, cremation will&nbsp;follow the service.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will be at 11 a.m.&nbsp;on Saturday in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested&nbsp;to the North Platte Animal Shelter or Fur the Love of Paws.&nbsp; Odean&nbsp;Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.



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John Clarence Phifer,&nbsp; 73, of North Platte, passed away Wednesday,&nbsp;February 5, 2020, at Bryan Health in Lincoln.John was born May 8, 1946, to Clarence A. and Beulah Marie (Hopping)&nbsp;Phifer in North Platte. He grew up west of town and went to Platte&nbsp;Valley Grade School then Hershey High School, graduating in 1964. John&nbsp;attended McCook Junior College for two years before joining the U.S.&nbsp;Navy in October 1967.The Navy schooled and trained John to be an aerographer's mate&nbsp;(meteorologist).&nbsp; He was scientifically inclined, so for his sea duty he&nbsp;volunteered for Operation Deep Freeze, the Antarctic Support Activity&nbsp;which was attached to the National Science Foundation.&nbsp; John wintered in&nbsp;Antarctica from '69 to '70, stationed at McMurdo Base, but flew to all&nbsp;the other bases on "the ice".While on leave in the Spring of '71, John married Kathryn 'Kay' Becher&nbsp;in North Platte. They had two children, Travis and Angela, and later&nbsp;divorced.Following his honorable discharge in August 1971, John returned to North&nbsp;Platte and hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad. He became a&nbsp;Switchman, then moved to Cheyenne, WY and worked as a Brakeman then as&nbsp;Conductor until about 2000.&nbsp; John eventually returned to North Platte to&nbsp;be closer to his family and worked part-time at Burger King for many years.He was a member of the First Christian Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed working on and restoring vintage Thunderbirds and was a longtime member of the Rocky Mountain Thunderbird Club. John also enjoyed working on and riding&nbsp;his Triumph motorcycle, and was an HO gauge model railroader.He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Beulah; ex-wife,&nbsp;Kathryn; and all his aunts and uncles.&nbsp;John is survived by his daughter, Angela Phifer, of Loveland, CO; son,&nbsp;Travis (Missy) Phifer, of Thornton, CO, and their two children, Makaela&nbsp;and Kyle Phifer; brothers, Tom (Mona) Phifer, and Ken (Patty) Phifer, all of North Platte; three nieces, a nephew and other family.Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Odean Colonial&nbsp;Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. on Friday, February 14, at&nbsp;Odean Colonial Chapel, then keeping with John's wishes, cremation will&nbsp;follow the service.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will be at 11 a.m.&nbsp;on Saturday in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested&nbsp;to the North Platte Animal Shelter or Fur the Love of Paws.&nbsp; Odean&nbsp;Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

John Clarence Phifer (1946-2020



Arleen O. Young, 89, of North Platte, died at the Sutherland Care Center on January 28, 2020.

Arleen was born April 6, 1930, to Albert Henry and Olive Violet (Nelson)&nbsp;Gass in Osseo, WI and grew up in Slayton, MN.&nbsp; After graduating from&nbsp;Slayton High School in 1949, Arleen attended Northwestern Medical&nbsp;Technician College in Minneapolis then went to work for the Lutheran&nbsp;Hospital Society in Wyoming.

Arleen married, had a daughter, Pam, and lived in Arnold for 10 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She then moved to North Platte with her daughter and went to work as a&nbsp;Medical Technician for St. Mary's Hospital and later Memorial Hospital&nbsp;until retiring.

On July 31, 1972, Arleen married James Henry Young at Cheyenne and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; Jim and Arlene owned and operated the&nbsp;Driftwood Manor from 1972-84 and also built the Lamp Lighter Inn at Lake&nbsp;Maloney which they operated for several years. They eventually sold the&nbsp;businesses and enjoyed their time together.

Arleen kept busy by volunteering and being active in various&nbsp;organizations.&nbsp; She volunteered with R.S.V.P. and the Lincoln County&nbsp;Historical Museum; was a member of Sandhill Campers, Shrine Auxiliary,&nbsp;Eastern Star and V.F.W.&nbsp; Auxiliary; was a member and Past President of&nbsp;American Legion Auxiliary; a charter member of Good Sam's Club; and a&nbsp;member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Arleen enjoyed working at the historical museum, making desserts and&nbsp;cooking holiday dinners.&nbsp; She loved her dog, K.K., and cat, C.D., but&nbsp;especially loved her grandbabies.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; daughter, Pamela Szwanek;&nbsp;parents, Albert and Olive Gass; brothers-in-law, Gerald and Don Young;&nbsp;sister-in-law, Joan Gass; and grandson, Robbie Mills.

Arleen is survived by her son-in-law, Kirk Szwanek, of North Platte;&nbsp;stepchildren, Steve Young and Debra (Marty) Myers, of Cheyenne, WY,&nbsp;Carol (Mike) Farmer, of Chesapeake, VA and Donna (Stan) Johnson, of&nbsp;Nolanville, TX; brothers, Don Gass, of Fulda, MN and Robert (Sue) Gass,&nbsp;of Slayton, MN; brothers-in-law, Pat Young, of Golden, CO, Owen (Betty)&nbsp;Young, of Kent, WA and Chuck Young, of Casper, WY; 8 grandkids, 9&nbsp;great-grandkids, and other family.

Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. February 13, 2020, at Odean Colonial&nbsp;Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Fort McPherson&nbsp;National Cemetery.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com&nbsp;or from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp;&nbsp;Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested&nbsp;to the Lincoln County Historical Museum.



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Arleen O. Young, 89, of North Platte, died at the Sutherland Care Center on January 28, 2020.Arleen was born April 6, 1930, to Albert Henry and Olive Violet (Nelson)&nbsp;Gass in Osseo, WI and grew up in Slayton, MN.&nbsp; After graduating from&nbsp;Slayton High School in 1949, Arleen attended Northwestern Medical&nbsp;Technician College in Minneapolis then went to work for the Lutheran&nbsp;Hospital Society in Wyoming.Arleen married, had a daughter, Pam, and lived in Arnold for 10 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She then moved to North Platte with her daughter and went to work as a&nbsp;Medical Technician for St. Mary's Hospital and later Memorial Hospital&nbsp;until retiring.On July 31, 1972, Arleen married James Henry Young at Cheyenne and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; Jim and Arlene owned and operated the&nbsp;Driftwood Manor from 1972-84 and also built the Lamp Lighter Inn at Lake&nbsp;Maloney which they operated for several years. They eventually sold the&nbsp;businesses and enjoyed their time together.Arleen kept busy by volunteering and being active in various&nbsp;organizations.&nbsp; She volunteered with R.S.V.P. and the Lincoln County&nbsp;Historical Museum; was a member of Sandhill Campers, Shrine Auxiliary,&nbsp;Eastern Star and V.F.W.&nbsp; Auxiliary; was a member and Past President of&nbsp;American Legion Auxiliary; a charter member of Good Sam's Club; and a&nbsp;member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church.Arleen enjoyed working at the historical museum, making desserts and&nbsp;cooking holiday dinners.&nbsp; She loved her dog, K.K., and cat, C.D., but&nbsp;especially loved her grandbabies.She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim; daughter, Pamela Szwanek;&nbsp;parents, Albert and Olive Gass; brothers-in-law, Gerald and Don Young;&nbsp;sister-in-law, Joan Gass; and grandson, Robbie Mills.Arleen is survived by her son-in-law, Kirk Szwanek, of North Platte;&nbsp;stepchildren, Steve Young and Debra (Marty) Myers, of Cheyenne, WY,&nbsp;Carol (Mike) Farmer, of Chesapeake, VA and Donna (Stan) Johnson, of&nbsp;Nolanville, TX; brothers, Don Gass, of Fulda, MN and Robert (Sue) Gass,&nbsp;of Slayton, MN; brothers-in-law, Pat Young, of Golden, CO, Owen (Betty)&nbsp;Young, of Kent, WA and Chuck Young, of Casper, WY; 8 grandkids, 9&nbsp;great-grandkids, and other family.Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. February 13, 2020, at Odean Colonial&nbsp;Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Fort McPherson&nbsp;National Cemetery.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com&nbsp;or from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp;&nbsp;Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested&nbsp;to the Lincoln County Historical Museum.

Arleen O. Young (1930-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger L. Young, age 70, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska on Wednesday, February 5, 2020. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was born on September 20, 1949 to Jim Henry and Laveda May (Walther) Young at North Platte.&nbsp; He grew up in North Platte and Hershey, Nebraska, graduating from Hershey High School in 1967.&nbsp; Roger hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad in 1968, then joined the U.S. Army a couple years later.&nbsp; Following his discharge in 1971, Roger returned to North Platte and went back to his job with the railroad and worked until retiring in 2009. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On September 20, 1970, Roger married Coniss Schick in Curtis, Nebraska and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; They had three children and later divorced. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was a member of Colonel Cody's Car Club, The Corral of Westerners Historical Society, and Eagles Aerie #2839.&nbsp; He enjoyed old cars, going to auctions, playing poker, gardening, dancing and listening to country music, but most of all he loved his kids and grandkids. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his children, Lindsey Young of North Platte, Heather (Mark) Rhoden of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Dustin Young (Jamie Thomas) of Bondurant, Iowa;&nbsp;fiancée, Anita Torrico of Sutherland, Nebraska; sisters, Elaine (Gary) Mulvaney of North Platte, Connie Walker of Concord, North Carolina, and Jolynn Anthony of North Bend, Nebraska; brothers, Daniel (Susan) Young of Jacksonville Beach, Florida and Kevin Anthony of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren, Kalab, Keegan, Rylee, Camdyn, Jayce and Jaydee; great-grandson, Preston; and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Laveda; brothers, Robert "Spike", Larry and Jim Young; and a niece, Brenda Detter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Celebration of Life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Gift of Hope. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger L. Young, age 70, of North Platte, Nebraska died at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska on Wednesday, February 5, 2020. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was born on September 20, 1949 to Jim Henry and Laveda May (Walther) Young at North Platte.&nbsp; He grew up in North Platte and Hershey, Nebraska, graduating from Hershey High School in 1967.&nbsp; Roger hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad in 1968, then joined the U.S. Army a couple years later.&nbsp; Following his discharge in 1971, Roger returned to North Platte and went back to his job with the railroad and worked until retiring in 2009. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On September 20, 1970, Roger married Coniss Schick in Curtis, Nebraska and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; They had three children and later divorced. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was a member of Colonel Cody's Car Club, The Corral of Westerners Historical Society, and Eagles Aerie #2839.&nbsp; He enjoyed old cars, going to auctions, playing poker, gardening, dancing and listening to country music, but most of all he loved his kids and grandkids. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He is survived by his children, Lindsey Young of North Platte, Heather (Mark) Rhoden of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Dustin Young (Jamie Thomas) of Bondurant, Iowa;&nbsp;fiancée, Anita Torrico of Sutherland, Nebraska; sisters, Elaine (Gary) Mulvaney of North Platte, Connie Walker of Concord, North Carolina, and Jolynn Anthony of North Bend, Nebraska; brothers, Daniel (Susan) Young of Jacksonville Beach, Florida and Kevin Anthony of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren, Kalab, Keegan, Rylee, Camdyn, Jayce and Jaydee; great-grandson, Preston; and other family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Laveda; brothers, Robert "Spike", Larry and Jim Young; and a niece, Brenda Detter. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Celebration of Life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Gift of Hope. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Roger L. Young  (1949 - 2020

Judith Colburn, age 76 of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 5, 2020 at home.&nbsp; Services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

Judith Colburn, age 76 of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on February 5, 2020 at home.&nbsp; Services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

Judith Colburn Death Notice

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ilene G. Rockwell, age 90, died February 4, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born on a farm east of Stockville, Nebraska on May 18, 1929 to Fred "Ed" and Dora (Johnson) Weiss. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ilene graduated from Stockville High School in 1946.&nbsp; She worked in the Frontier County Courthouse in the County Treasurers Office until January 1955 when she moved to North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Ilene then started working in the Lincoln County Treasurers Office for many years.&nbsp; She was elected and served 9 years as the Lincoln County Treasurer. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On October 8, 1972, she married Buford Claire Rockwell in Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; In September of 1975, they adopted a son, Kim Lee. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Buford Rockwell and her son, Kim (Lorena) Rockwell, both of North Platte; grandchildren, Brandon, Tanner, Shelby, Kyler, Kaiden, and Aliyah; a great-grandchild, Kyle; a sister, Lavinna Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Sharon Banzhaf and Velma Ressequie; nephews Randy Banzhaf, Darin Foran, Dennis Ressiquie, Danny Ressiquie, and Joe Banzhaf; brothers-in law Don Banzhaf, Don Resseguie, Joseph Jackson, and Joe Banzhaf. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Bridge of Hope.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.carpentermemorial.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with Pastor Bill Williams presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Arnold City Cemetery in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Friday, February 7, 2020 from 12;00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ilene G. Rockwell, age 90, died February 4, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born on a farm east of Stockville, Nebraska on May 18, 1929 to Fred "Ed" and Dora (Johnson) Weiss. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ilene graduated from Stockville High School in 1946.&nbsp; She worked in the Frontier County Courthouse in the County Treasurers Office until January 1955 when she moved to North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Ilene then started working in the Lincoln County Treasurers Office for many years.&nbsp; She was elected and served 9 years as the Lincoln County Treasurer. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On October 8, 1972, she married Buford Claire Rockwell in Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; In September of 1975, they adopted a son, Kim Lee. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Buford Rockwell and her son, Kim (Lorena) Rockwell, both of North Platte; grandchildren, Brandon, Tanner, Shelby, Kyler, Kaiden, and Aliyah; a great-grandchild, Kyle; a sister, Lavinna Banzhaf of Eustis, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Sharon Banzhaf and Velma Ressequie; nephews Randy Banzhaf, Darin Foran, Dennis Ressiquie, Danny Ressiquie, and Joe Banzhaf; brothers-in law Don Banzhaf, Don Resseguie, Joseph Jackson, and Joe Banzhaf. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Bridge of Hope.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.carpentermemorial.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with Pastor Bill Williams presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Arnold City Cemetery in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Friday, February 7, 2020 from 12;00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Ilene G. Rockwell  (1929 - 2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie A. Gentleman Beebe, age 96, of Elkhorn, Nebraska, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska, died on February 4, 2020 in Omaha, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie was born on August 28, 1923 to John and Elizabeth (Schueth) Gentleman in Chapman, Nebraska and grew up in Silver Creek.&nbsp; She graduated from Silver Creek High School in 1941, then attended Boyle's Business College in Omaha. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie was a veteran of World War II.&nbsp; She joined the U.S. Navy in 1944 and served in a Naval Intelligence Unit in Washington D.C.&nbsp; Following her honorable discharge in 1946, she returned to Silver Creek, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On April 9, 1948, Marie married Ward E. Beebe in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; they lived in Omaha until 1966 when Ward was transferred to North Platte with the UP Railroad.&nbsp; Marie had worked at the Woodman of the World in Omaha, then for the North Platte Telegraph for a short time, but her favorite job was being a wife and mother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was a member of the Does, life member of North Platte Old Timers, and was in an RV Group.&nbsp; After Ward retired, they enjoyed their time in North Platte and traveled to Arizona for the winters.&nbsp; A few years ago, Marie moved to Elkhorn to be closer to her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed spending time with her sons and daughters-in-law and was a fan of Nebraska football and women's volleyball and basketball, as well as UNO hockey.&nbsp; She would follow her teams on television and radio and had the chance to attend some hockey games with her sons. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is survived by her sons, Lynn Beebe and Brian (Susan) Beebe all of Omaha; sisters-in-law, Naomi Kirkland and Wilma Beebe; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Ward; parents, John and Elizabeth Gentleman; three brothers, Charles (Margaret, James (Kate Knopick, and Edward (Rachel) Gentleman; and a daughter-in-law, Lynne Ellen Beebe. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation with family will be from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Heafey's West Center Chapel in Omaha, Nebraska and on Monday, February 10, 2020 in North Platte, Nebraska from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the family greeting friends from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Goodfellows Shoe Fund or Habitat for Humanity, both in North Platte.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie A. Gentleman Beebe, age 96, of Elkhorn, Nebraska, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska, died on February 4, 2020 in Omaha, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie was born on August 28, 1923 to John and Elizabeth (Schueth) Gentleman in Chapman, Nebraska and grew up in Silver Creek.&nbsp; She graduated from Silver Creek High School in 1941, then attended Boyle's Business College in Omaha. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie was a veteran of World War II.&nbsp; She joined the U.S. Navy in 1944 and served in a Naval Intelligence Unit in Washington D.C.&nbsp; Following her honorable discharge in 1946, she returned to Silver Creek, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On April 9, 1948, Marie married Ward E. Beebe in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; they lived in Omaha until 1966 when Ward was transferred to North Platte with the UP Railroad.&nbsp; Marie had worked at the Woodman of the World in Omaha, then for the North Platte Telegraph for a short time, but her favorite job was being a wife and mother. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was a member of the Does, life member of North Platte Old Timers, and was in an RV Group.&nbsp; After Ward retired, they enjoyed their time in North Platte and traveled to Arizona for the winters.&nbsp; A few years ago, Marie moved to Elkhorn to be closer to her family. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed spending time with her sons and daughters-in-law and was a fan of Nebraska football and women's volleyball and basketball, as well as UNO hockey.&nbsp; She would follow her teams on television and radio and had the chance to attend some hockey games with her sons. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Marie is survived by her sons, Lynn Beebe and Brian (Susan) Beebe all of Omaha; sisters-in-law, Naomi Kirkland and Wilma Beebe; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Ward; parents, John and Elizabeth Gentleman; three brothers, Charles (Margaret, James (Kate Knopick, and Edward (Rachel) Gentleman; and a daughter-in-law, Lynne Ellen Beebe. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation with family will be from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Heafey's West Center Chapel in Omaha, Nebraska and on Monday, February 10, 2020 in North Platte, Nebraska from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the family greeting friends from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Goodfellows Shoe Fund or Habitat for Humanity, both in North Platte.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Marie A. Gentleman Beebe  (1923 - 2020

Bernard Elmer “Bernie” Lebsock, age 94 of Centennial, Colorado passed away January 31, 2020 at his home. 

Bernie was born to Henry and Marie (Friehauf) Lebsock in Grand Island, Nebraska, on September 29, 1925, at the home of his Lebsock grandparents.  The family moved to Gothenburg, Nebraska, when Bernie was three months old.  He lived there and attended school until he was a junior in high school when the family decided to try their hand at farming southwest of North Platte, Nebraska where Bernie graduated high school in 1943.  During this time, he met Mary Louise Vencill at a 4H Club meeting and the two started dating.  

Bernie was drafted into the Navy in June 1944 and served in the Pacific during WWII on the destroyer the USS Wedderburn.  After the war, he and Mary Vencill were married on June 1, 1947.  The young couple soon moved to Denver where Bernie attended Denver University, graduating in June of 1952 with an engineering degree.  After graduation Bernie obtained a position with Westinghouse Electric, a job which required a lot of moving and the couple lived in various mid-western and southern states.  During this period, in 1955, their first son, Kent, was born.  In 1956 Bernie obtained a position with the Martin Company and the young family moved to Denver, this time permanently.  They bought a home and in 1957 their second son, Jeff, was born.  After Bernie retired, he continued to work, creating his own Electrical Engineering business and investing in the stock market.  Bernie and Mary were married for 60 years before Mary passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease in 2006.  Bernie survived her, living in the home they made in Centennial (a suburb of Denver) for the rest of his life, where he continued to pursue his work, continuing his businesses and swimming at the YMCA three days a week until his death on January 31, 2020.  He died peacefully at home at the age of 94 having lived a varied and full life. 

Survivors include sons, Kent Lebsock of New York, NY and Jeffrey Lee (Pam) Lebsock of North Platte; grandchildren, Jacob (Melissa Andrews) Lebsock of Austin, TX, Johnathan (Chacity) Lebsock of Grand Junction, CO, Eric (Katie) Lebsock of Omaha, and Dawson Lebsock of North Platte; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Caydon, Shayleona, Barrett, Haisley, and Amma; brother, Clyde Lebsock of Riverside, CA; nephew, Brad (Janet) Burkhart of San Jose, CA; niece, Carrie Ann (Tim) Burkhart of San Jose, CA; sister-in-law, Pat Burkhart of San Jose, CA; numerous other family members; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, Jerry, Ken, Dick, and Leonard.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Foundation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday February 10, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend John Stone officiating.  Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors graveside.  Visitation will be noon – 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.  

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 </figure>Bernard Elmer “Bernie” Lebsock, age 94 of Centennial, Colorado passed away January 31, 2020 at his home. Bernie was born to Henry and Marie (Friehauf) Lebsock in Grand Island, Nebraska, on September 29, 1925, at the home of his Lebsock grandparents. The family moved to Gothenburg, Nebraska, when Bernie was three months old. He lived there and attended school until he was a junior in high school when the family decided to try their hand at farming southwest of North Platte, Nebraska where Bernie graduated high school in 1943. During this time, he met Mary Louise Vencill at a 4H Club meeting and the two started dating. Bernie was drafted into the Navy in June 1944 and served in the Pacific during WWII on the destroyer the USS Wedderburn. After the war, he and Mary Vencill were married on June 1, 1947. The young couple soon moved to Denver where Bernie attended Denver University, graduating in June of 1952 with an engineering degree. After graduation Bernie obtained a position with Westinghouse Electric, a job which required a lot of moving and the couple lived in various mid-western and southern states. During this period, in 1955, their first son, Kent, was born. In 1956 Bernie obtained a position with the Martin Company and the young family moved to Denver, this time permanently. They bought a home and in 1957 their second son, Jeff, was born. After Bernie retired, he continued to work, creating his own Electrical Engineering business and investing in the stock market. Bernie and Mary were married for 60 years before Mary passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease in 2006. Bernie survived her, living in the home they made in Centennial (a suburb of Denver) for the rest of his life, where he continued to pursue his work, continuing his businesses and swimming at the YMCA three days a week until his death on January 31, 2020. He died peacefully at home at the age of 94 having lived a varied and full life. Survivors include sons, Kent Lebsock of New York, NY and Jeffrey Lee (Pam) Lebsock of North Platte; grandchildren, Jacob (Melissa Andrews) Lebsock of Austin, TX, Johnathan (Chacity) Lebsock of Grand Junction, CO, Eric (Katie) Lebsock of Omaha, and Dawson Lebsock of North Platte; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Caydon, Shayleona, Barrett, Haisley, and Amma; brother, Clyde Lebsock of Riverside, CA; nephew, Brad (Janet) Burkhart of San Jose, CA; niece, Carrie Ann (Tim) Burkhart of San Jose, CA; sister-in-law, Pat Burkhart of San Jose, CA; numerous other family members; and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, Jerry, Ken, Dick, and Leonard.Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Foundation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday February 10, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend John Stone officiating. Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors graveside. Visitation will be noon – 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Bernard Elmer “Bernie” Lebsock (1925-2020

Thomas Michael Lee, age 63, of North Platte, died at Great Plains Health on January 28, 2020.

Thomas was born in Grant on November 28, 1965, to Francis and Roberta (Rohbacker) Lee.&nbsp; He attended Madrid High School where he lettered in football and track and was on the 880 relay team that took 3rd place at the '74 State Track Championships.&nbsp; After high school Thomas went on to graduated from Milford College and Mid-Plains Community College, then hired on with Union Pacific Railroad as a Carman.&nbsp; Thomas liked working and eventually retired from the railroad in 2017.

On June 18, 1984, Thomas married Debra Kay miller in Oberlin, Kansas, and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; He was a good man who took care of his family and always made sure they had a nice vehicle.&nbsp; Thomas enjoyed going on vacations and fishing with his grandson.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta; and daughter, Darcey Lee.

Thomas leaves behind his father, Francis Lee, of Grant; his wife, Deb of North Platte; daughters, Tara Lee, of Clayton, North Carolina and Kelsey Gnapp, of Kearney; grandchildren, Raymond Jaye Lee, Kayla Holland and&nbsp;&nbsp;Kyiara Barrett; sisters, Deborah (John) Barker, of Chicago, Cyndi (Bob) Johnson, of Big Springs and Shelly (Greg) Pollard, of Grant; brothers, Russell (Denise) Lee and Mark Lee, all of Madrid, Steven (Gina) Lee, of Sutherland and Joel (Debra) Lee, of Doniphan; and many other family members.

Graveside service will be held at noon (CT) on Saturday, February 8, 2020, in the North Platte Cemetery with Pastor Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (CT) Friday and 9 to 11 a.m. (CT) Saturday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center.

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 </figure>Thomas Michael Lee, age 63, of North Platte, died at Great Plains Health on January 28, 2020.Thomas was born in Grant on November 28, 1965, to Francis and Roberta (Rohbacker) Lee.&nbsp; He attended Madrid High School where he lettered in football and track and was on the 880 relay team that took 3rd place at the '74 State Track Championships.&nbsp; After high school Thomas went on to graduated from Milford College and Mid-Plains Community College, then hired on with Union Pacific Railroad as a Carman.&nbsp; Thomas liked working and eventually retired from the railroad in 2017.On June 18, 1984, Thomas married Debra Kay miller in Oberlin, Kansas, and they made their home in North Platte.&nbsp; He was a good man who took care of his family and always made sure they had a nice vehicle.&nbsp; Thomas enjoyed going on vacations and fishing with his grandson.He was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta; and daughter, Darcey Lee.Thomas leaves behind his father, Francis Lee, of Grant; his wife, Deb of North Platte; daughters, Tara Lee, of Clayton, North Carolina and Kelsey Gnapp, of Kearney; grandchildren, Raymond Jaye Lee, Kayla Holland and&nbsp;&nbsp;Kyiara Barrett; sisters, Deborah (John) Barker, of Chicago, Cyndi (Bob) Johnson, of Big Springs and Shelly (Greg) Pollard, of Grant; brothers, Russell (Denise) Lee and Mark Lee, all of Madrid, Steven (Gina) Lee, of Sutherland and Joel (Debra) Lee, of Doniphan; and many other family members.Graveside service will be held at noon (CT) on Saturday, February 8, 2020, in the North Platte Cemetery with Pastor Clint Walker officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (CT) Friday and 9 to 11 a.m. (CT) Saturday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center.

Thomas Michael Lee (1956-2020

&nbsp; &nbsp; Harold Eugene Ryan, age 59, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Aurora, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; Harold was born on November 1, 1960 to Gene and Lois (Woollen) Ryan in Aberdeen, Washington, then the family moved to North Platte, Nebraska a couple of years later.&nbsp; Harold attended St. Patrick's Catholic School and went on to graduate from North Platte High School in 1979. &nbsp; &nbsp; He started working after high school, doing various construction jobs across the country, and at the time of his death, Harold was working as a welding inspector in the Denver, Colorado area.&nbsp; He liked what he did and was very close to those we worked with.&nbsp; To Harold, they were his work family and an important part of his life. &nbsp; &nbsp; He loved his family, especially his nieces and nephews who were very special to him.&nbsp; And he enjoyed coin collecting. &nbsp; &nbsp; Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Lois Ryan; a brother, Dan; his great-niece, Sophia Grace; as well as his grandparents and several aunts and uncles. &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his brother, John Ryan of Sheridan, Arkansas; sisters, Sheila (Butch) Harrington of Sheridan, Arkansas and Deb (Doug) Beckmann of North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Becky Ryan of Thornton, Colorado; and his nieces, nephews and other family members. &nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with Father Tom Ryan officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Arkansas.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The family has established a memorial.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Harold Eugene Ryan, age 59, formerly of North Platte, Nebraska died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Aurora, Colorado. &nbsp; &nbsp; Harold was born on November 1, 1960 to Gene and Lois (Woollen) Ryan in Aberdeen, Washington, then the family moved to North Platte, Nebraska a couple of years later.&nbsp; Harold attended St. Patrick's Catholic School and went on to graduate from North Platte High School in 1979. &nbsp; &nbsp; He started working after high school, doing various construction jobs across the country, and at the time of his death, Harold was working as a welding inspector in the Denver, Colorado area.&nbsp; He liked what he did and was very close to those we worked with.&nbsp; To Harold, they were his work family and an important part of his life. &nbsp; &nbsp; He loved his family, especially his nieces and nephews who were very special to him.&nbsp; And he enjoyed coin collecting. &nbsp; &nbsp; Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Lois Ryan; a brother, Dan; his great-niece, Sophia Grace; as well as his grandparents and several aunts and uncles. &nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include his brother, John Ryan of Sheridan, Arkansas; sisters, Sheila (Butch) Harrington of Sheridan, Arkansas and Deb (Doug) Beckmann of North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law, Becky Ryan of Thornton, Colorado; and his nieces, nephews and other family members. &nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte with Father Tom Ryan officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Arkansas.&nbsp; The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to the service at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; The family has established a memorial.

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