Rodney Ridenour, age 77, passed away January 28, 2020 at his home.  He was born September 10, 1942 in Sutherland to Archie and Enid (Anderson) Ridenour.

Rodney grew up in Wallace and graduated from Wallace High School in 1962.  He entered the U.S. Army in 1964 and served in Germany.  He was honorably discharged in 1967 and returned home to Wallace where he worked for Lincoln County.  On August 19, 1969 he married Karen Eckhoft, the couple made their home in Sutherland.  Rodney hired on with Union Pacific Railroad where he was a fireman/oiler.  He went to work for Sutherland Public Schools where he retired.  He then went to work for the Village of Sutherland.  Rodney belonged to the American Legion, Sutherland Fire Department as an EMT, and Grace Lutheran Church.

He will be remembered as a caretaker in his family, fixing everything for his family from physical to emotional issues.  He loved kids and always had an open door for all.  He enjoyed the Christmas holiday and turned his shop into the “Christmas Village”.  

Survivors include his wife Karen of Sutherland; four children, Eric Ridenour of Thedford, Rogina (Tom Carr) Ridenour of North Platte, Candi Myers of North Platte, Trevor (Amber) Perkins of Oceanside, CA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; many other family members and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Rosalie and Marilyn; stepfather Frank “Bud” LaRue.

Memorials are suggested to the Sutherland Fire Department.  Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., January 31, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery with military honors. Pastor JA Welsh will serve as officiant.  Casual and warm clothing is requested by the family. A reception will be held at Judy’s Grab A Bite, downtown on the bricks, after the services. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9-8:00 p.m., January 30, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Rodney Ridenour, age 77, passed away January 28, 2020 at his home. He was born September 10, 1942 in Sutherland to Archie and Enid (Anderson) Ridenour.Rodney grew up in Wallace and graduated from Wallace High School in 1962. He entered the U.S. Army in 1964 and served in Germany. He was honorably discharged in 1967 and returned home to Wallace where he worked for Lincoln County. On August 19, 1969 he married Karen Eckhoft, the couple made their home in Sutherland. Rodney hired on with Union Pacific Railroad where he was a fireman/oiler. He went to work for Sutherland Public Schools where he retired. He then went to work for the Village of Sutherland. Rodney belonged to the American Legion, Sutherland Fire Department as an EMT, and Grace Lutheran Church.He will be remembered as a caretaker in his family, fixing everything for his family from physical to emotional issues. He loved kids and always had an open door for all. He enjoyed the Christmas holiday and turned his shop into the “Christmas Village”. Survivors include his wife Karen of Sutherland; four children, Eric Ridenour of Thedford, Rogina (Tom Carr) Ridenour of North Platte, Candi Myers of North Platte, Trevor (Amber) Perkins of Oceanside, CA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; many other family members and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Rosalie and Marilyn; stepfather Frank “Bud” LaRue.Memorials are suggested to the Sutherland Fire Department. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., January 31, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery with military honors. Pastor JA Welsh will serve as officiant. Casual and warm clothing is requested by the family. A reception will be held at Judy’s Grab A Bite, downtown on the bricks, after the services. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9-8:00 p.m., January 30, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Rodney Ridenour (1942-2020

John Ellis Roberts, 89, of North Platte, passed away January 25, 2020 at North Platte Care Center.  He was born on November 2, 1930 to Carl Ellis Roberts and Ruby Amalie (Marxen) Roberts.

John graduated from Omaha Technical High School and entered the U.S. Navy Reserve and was activated into active service.  After his honorable discharge, he returned to Omaha where he worked for Union Pacific Railroad.  He married Carol V. Chrisman on December 13, 1951. John transferred to the Council Bluffs, Iowa shops then to North Platte where he retired with Union Pacific Railroad in 1991.

He was a charter member of a car club in Omaha, winning an award for his prized Model A.  John was a member of the Sportsman Gun Club in North Platte and a proud member of the NRA.   He was also a member of the VFW, American Legion and the U.P. Old Timers Club.  John enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Survivors include four children, Gary (Katie) Roberts of Fremont, Cindy (Dan) Farrell of Independence, MO, Steve (Carol) Roberts of North Platte, Cathy (Kent) Young of Overton; eight grandchildren, Michael (Leanne) Warren of Wheatland, WY, Tony (Tamara) Warren of Switzerland, Amy ( Alejandro) Torres of Independence, MO, Andy (Jade) Farrell of Independence, MO, Shannon (Joseph) Parrett of Maxwell, Carolyn (Travis) Baker of North Platte, Becky Morlang of Grand Island, Tim (Amber Young) Farrell of Lee’s Summit, MO; seventeen great grandchildren; brother Joseph; and  sister Mary; numerous other family members and friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents, wife Carol in 2012 and sister Margaret Christensen.

Memorials are suggested to the Daniel Strong Fund for Daniel Shea.  Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m. January 31, 2020 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church with Reverend Bob Deardoff officiating.  Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors.  Visitation will be January 30, 2020 from 12-8:00 p.m. with family present from 6-8:00p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>John Ellis Roberts, 89, of North Platte, passed away January 25, 2020 at North Platte Care Center. He was born on November 2, 1930 to Carl Ellis Roberts and Ruby Amalie (Marxen) Roberts.John graduated from Omaha Technical High School and entered the U.S. Navy Reserve and was activated into active service. After his honorable discharge, he returned to Omaha where he worked for Union Pacific Railroad. He married Carol V. Chrisman on December 13, 1951. John transferred to the Council Bluffs, Iowa shops then to North Platte where he retired with Union Pacific Railroad in 1991.He was a charter member of a car club in Omaha, winning an award for his prized Model A. John was a member of the Sportsman Gun Club in North Platte and a proud member of the NRA. He was also a member of the VFW, American Legion and the U.P. Old Timers Club. John enjoyed fishing and hunting.Survivors include four children, Gary (Katie) Roberts of Fremont, Cindy (Dan) Farrell of Independence, MO, Steve (Carol) Roberts of North Platte, Cathy (Kent) Young of Overton; eight grandchildren, Michael (Leanne) Warren of Wheatland, WY, Tony (Tamara) Warren of Switzerland, Amy ( Alejandro) Torres of Independence, MO, Andy (Jade) Farrell of Independence, MO, Shannon (Joseph) Parrett of Maxwell, Carolyn (Travis) Baker of North Platte, Becky Morlang of Grand Island, Tim (Amber Young) Farrell of Lee’s Summit, MO; seventeen great grandchildren; brother Joseph; and sister Mary; numerous other family members and friends.John was preceded in death by his parents, wife Carol in 2012 and sister Margaret Christensen.Memorials are suggested to the Daniel Strong Fund for Daniel Shea. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be at 11:00 a.m. January 31, 2020 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church with Reverend Bob Deardoff officiating. Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors. Visitation will be January 30, 2020 from 12-8:00 p.m. with family present from 6-8:00p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

John Ellis Roberts (1930-2020

Sharon Marie Baruth, 81, of North Platte, passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village on Monday, January 27, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sharon was born in Hebron on September 6, 1938, the daughter of Charles Eugene and Myrtle (Watts) Baruth.  She grew up in Hebron, Oregon and Ogallala, but attended school in Hebron. 

Sharon had been married, raised five children and was a caregiver to many including her mother and brother, Gene, until they passed. She was a very kind, caring woman who worked but spent even more time being a volunteer.  She helped at the Senior Center, would call Bingo at Linden Estates, and sang with the Salvation Army Ladies during the holidays.

Sharon could also be found singing karaoke, playing cards or shuffleboard, and tending to her flower gardens and bird feeders.  In her later years she became a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.

She is survived by her children, Penny (Johnny) Berg, Shawn (significant other, Tina Farley) and Marion 'Jimmy' Triplett, Jr., all of North Platte, and Tammy (Joe) Sauls, of Grand Island; daughter-in-law, Mary Triplett, of Illinois; 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; brother, William Baruth, of North Platte; as well as many other family members.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Myrtle; son Michael Triplett; brothers, Gene and Frank Baruth; and sisters, Barbara Presnell and Carol Owens.

Cremation was chosen.  Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 2020, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with Celebrant Father Vijumon.  Inurnment will follow in the North Platte Cemetery.  The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church.  Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.  Memorials are suggested to the Senior Center.

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 </figure>Sharon Marie Baruth, 81, of North Platte, passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village on Monday, January 27, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sharon was born in Hebron on September 6, 1938, the daughter of Charles Eugene and Myrtle (Watts) Baruth. She grew up in Hebron, Oregon and Ogallala, but attended school in Hebron. Sharon had been married, raised five children and was a caregiver to many including her mother and brother, Gene, until they passed. She was a very kind, caring woman who worked but spent even more time being a volunteer. She helped at the Senior Center, would call Bingo at Linden Estates, and sang with the Salvation Army Ladies during the holidays.Sharon could also be found singing karaoke, playing cards or shuffleboard, and tending to her flower gardens and bird feeders. In her later years she became a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.She is survived by her children, Penny (Johnny) Berg, Shawn (significant other, Tina Farley) and Marion 'Jimmy' Triplett, Jr., all of North Platte, and Tammy (Joe) Sauls, of Grand Island; daughter-in-law, Mary Triplett, of Illinois; 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; brother, William Baruth, of North Platte; as well as many other family members.Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Myrtle; son Michael Triplett; brothers, Gene and Frank Baruth; and sisters, Barbara Presnell and Carol Owens.Cremation was chosen. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 2020, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with Celebrant Father Vijumon. Inurnment will follow in the North Platte Cemetery. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to services at the church. Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore is in charge of arrangements. Memorials are suggested to the Senior Center.

Sharon Marie Baruth (1938-2020

Mary Lou Styles, 79, of North Platte, passed away January 25, 2020 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; Services will be 2:00 p.m. January 29, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;http://www.adamsswanson.com. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Lou Styles, 79, of North Platte, passed away January 25, 2020 at Great Plains Health.&nbsp; Services will be 2:00 p.m. January 29, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at&nbsp;http://www.adamsswanson.com. Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Lou Styles Death Notice

&nbsp;Robert “Bob” L. Childers age 81 of Stapleton, died January 22, 2020 at the Denver Health Hospital in Denver.

Robert Lee Childers was born on June 2, 1938 at Valentine, NE to Amos Robert and Mary Elizabeth (McMurtrey) Childers. The family lived on a ranch south of Nenzel. Bob attended school at Curtis. In 1953 the family moved to Ansley and Bob graduated from Ansley High School in 1955. Bob served in the US Army October 17, 1961-August 22, 1963. On January 24, 1968 he married Susan Quick. They ranched North of Mullen, then south of Seneca.

Bob and Susan raised a lot of hogs. They actually paid for the ranch by raising pigs.

Bob enjoyed his dogs and horses. Everywhere he &amp; Susan went, their dogs went too. He enjoyed jumping horses and driving them with a buggy. Bob would haul Santa around at Christmas time with his team and buggy. He also enjoyed taking the team and buggy to area parades.

Bob liked to attend the area athletic events. He would go to watch family members &amp; neighbor kids.

Bob is survived by his brother David (Karen) Childers of Ansley, 4 nephews &amp; 2 nieces as well as other relatives and numerous friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Mitzi, and his wife Susan in 2019.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at 11:00 Central Time at the Seneca Auditorium with Eldon Starr officiating. Burial will be in the Seneca Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to the Stapleton Fire Department, Mullen Fire Department or the Thedford Fire Department. A visitation will be held on Tuesday January 28, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow and Wednesday morning 9:00 AM Central Time until service time at the Seneca Auditorium. Words of remembrance and encouragement may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

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 </figure>&nbsp;Robert “Bob” L. Childers age 81 of Stapleton, died January 22, 2020 at the Denver Health Hospital in Denver.Robert Lee Childers was born on June 2, 1938 at Valentine, NE to Amos Robert and Mary Elizabeth (McMurtrey) Childers. The family lived on a ranch south of Nenzel. Bob attended school at Curtis. In 1953 the family moved to Ansley and Bob graduated from Ansley High School in 1955. Bob served in the US Army October 17, 1961-August 22, 1963. On January 24, 1968 he married Susan Quick. They ranched North of Mullen, then south of Seneca.Bob and Susan raised a lot of hogs. They actually paid for the ranch by raising pigs.Bob enjoyed his dogs and horses. Everywhere he &amp; Susan went, their dogs went too. He enjoyed jumping horses and driving them with a buggy. Bob would haul Santa around at Christmas time with his team and buggy. He also enjoyed taking the team and buggy to area parades.Bob liked to attend the area athletic events. He would go to watch family members &amp; neighbor kids.Bob is survived by his brother David (Karen) Childers of Ansley, 4 nephews &amp; 2 nieces as well as other relatives and numerous friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Mitzi, and his wife Susan in 2019.Funeral services will be held on Wednesday January 29, 2020 at 11:00 Central Time at the Seneca Auditorium with Eldon Starr officiating. Burial will be in the Seneca Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorials are suggested to the Stapleton Fire Department, Mullen Fire Department or the Thedford Fire Department. A visitation will be held on Tuesday January 28, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow and Wednesday morning 9:00 AM Central Time until service time at the Seneca Auditorium. Words of remembrance and encouragement may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

Robert " Bob" L. Childers (1938-2020)

John E. Roberts, age 89, of North Platte, died January 25, 2020 at the North Platte Care Center.&nbsp; Services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

John E. Roberts, age 89, of North Platte, died January 25, 2020 at the North Platte Care Center.&nbsp; Services are pending at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home.

John E. Roberts Pending Services

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael K. "Mike" McConnell, age 65, died on January 22, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on January 30, 1954 in North Platte to Merle and Delores (Ecker) McConnell. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On December 31, 1996, Mike married Cindy Farrar in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mike worked several years for Paxton equipment before he was hired on at Nebraska Public Power District where he worked for 25 years until his retirement in 2016.&nbsp; After retirement, Mike and Cindy went on extended camping trips, liked to attend horse races, did lots of country western dancing and traveled to different states.&nbsp; He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Cindy, of North Platte, Nebraska; daughter Megan (Justin) Mullen of Paxton, Nebraska; son Nathan Mcconnel of Lincoln, Nebraska; step-children Marisa Joudrey and John (Tamara) Snider all of Kearney, Nebraska; grandchildren Taylor Mullen-Beck, Ryan Joudrey, Trayvin Snider, Madilynn Mullen, Afton Snider, Kaydence Mullen and Pheryn Snider; brothers Pat McConnell of Broken Bow, Nebraska and Mark (Sue) McConnell of Paxton, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Korah Mullen. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp; Condolences for Mike's family can be left at carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Michael K. "Mike" McConnell, age 65, died on January 22, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on January 30, 1954 in North Platte to Merle and Delores (Ecker) McConnell. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On December 31, 1996, Mike married Cindy Farrar in North Platte, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mike worked several years for Paxton equipment before he was hired on at Nebraska Public Power District where he worked for 25 years until his retirement in 2016.&nbsp; After retirement, Mike and Cindy went on extended camping trips, liked to attend horse races, did lots of country western dancing and traveled to different states.&nbsp; He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Cindy, of North Platte, Nebraska; daughter Megan (Justin) Mullen of Paxton, Nebraska; son Nathan Mcconnel of Lincoln, Nebraska; step-children Marisa Joudrey and John (Tamara) Snider all of Kearney, Nebraska; grandchildren Taylor Mullen-Beck, Ryan Joudrey, Trayvin Snider, Madilynn Mullen, Afton Snider, Kaydence Mullen and Pheryn Snider; brothers Pat McConnell of Broken Bow, Nebraska and Mark (Sue) McConnell of Paxton, Nebraska. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Korah Mullen. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp; Condolences for Mike's family can be left at carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Michael K. "Mike" McConnell  (1954 - 2020)

James Newton 'Old Man' Gaskill, age 87, of Gothenburg, Nebraska died January 22, 2020 in Gothenburg, Nebraska. He was born on April 14, 1932 in Beloit, Kansas, son of Ross and Thelma (Flynn) Gaskill.&nbsp; He grew up in Beloit, Kansas and graduated from Beloit High School.&nbsp; He then served his country for four years in the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; James married Dorothy Kisner on July 17, 1955 at Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; They became parents of Lisa, Rhonda, James and Eric.&nbsp; They made their home in Greeley, Colorado, Wray, Colorado, Kearney, Nebraska, and finally in Gothenburg, Nebraska. James worked for many years as a foreman for the Department of Roads and also worked for the City of Gothenburg.&nbsp; He was a lifelong cowboy with a love of all that goes along with it - Ramrodders, Reloading, Leatherwork, Ironwork, and Outdoor Expo.&nbsp; He loved being out of doors - hunting, fishing, and camping.&nbsp; He loved to be with people - telling stories, sharing the love of the land and re-enacting history.&nbsp; He was a member of Artists Rights Society, Gothenburg Dancing Club and Gothenburg Roping Club.&nbsp; He was a participant in the 1976 Bicentennial wagon ride.&nbsp; He was an extra in Dances With Wolves. Survivors include two daughters, Lisa McNulty and Rhonda Kandler; a son, James E. (Leota) Gaskill; seven grandchildren - Jonathon, Stephanie, Jennifer, Erika, Michelle, (and their father, Jeff Kandler, James W. and Adam; 13 great grandchildren - Thahira, Ciara, Sophia, Kayla, Nathaniel, Gavin, Madeyln, James, Keylee, Chloe, Kaydence, Aubrey, and Trevor; his siblings Donna Long, Nancy (Wayne) Huggins, Rodger (Karen) Gaskill, and Linda (Gale) Scott; along with many nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy, in 2019; his parents; a son, Eric; a grandson, Dale; his sister, Mary and brother, Ed; and a brother-in-law, Ivan Long. Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Viter officiating. Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery in Gothenburg, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the Nebraska Game &amp; parks (Pressy Park) or the Gothenburg Senior Center.

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 </figure>James Newton 'Old Man' Gaskill, age 87, of Gothenburg, Nebraska died January 22, 2020 in Gothenburg, Nebraska. He was born on April 14, 1932 in Beloit, Kansas, son of Ross and Thelma (Flynn) Gaskill.&nbsp; He grew up in Beloit, Kansas and graduated from Beloit High School.&nbsp; He then served his country for four years in the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; James married Dorothy Kisner on July 17, 1955 at Beloit, Kansas.&nbsp; They became parents of Lisa, Rhonda, James and Eric.&nbsp; They made their home in Greeley, Colorado, Wray, Colorado, Kearney, Nebraska, and finally in Gothenburg, Nebraska. James worked for many years as a foreman for the Department of Roads and also worked for the City of Gothenburg.&nbsp; He was a lifelong cowboy with a love of all that goes along with it - Ramrodders, Reloading, Leatherwork, Ironwork, and Outdoor Expo.&nbsp; He loved being out of doors - hunting, fishing, and camping.&nbsp; He loved to be with people - telling stories, sharing the love of the land and re-enacting history.&nbsp; He was a member of Artists Rights Society, Gothenburg Dancing Club and Gothenburg Roping Club.&nbsp; He was a participant in the 1976 Bicentennial wagon ride.&nbsp; He was an extra in Dances With Wolves. Survivors include two daughters, Lisa McNulty and Rhonda Kandler; a son, James E. (Leota) Gaskill; seven grandchildren - Jonathon, Stephanie, Jennifer, Erika, Michelle, (and their father, Jeff Kandler, James W. and Adam; 13 great grandchildren - Thahira, Ciara, Sophia, Kayla, Nathaniel, Gavin, Madeyln, James, Keylee, Chloe, Kaydence, Aubrey, and Trevor; his siblings Donna Long, Nancy (Wayne) Huggins, Rodger (Karen) Gaskill, and Linda (Gale) Scott; along with many nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy, in 2019; his parents; a son, Eric; a grandson, Dale; his sister, Mary and brother, Ed; and a brother-in-law, Ivan Long. Visitation will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street in Gothenburg, on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Larry Viter officiating. Burial will follow in the Gothenburg Cemetery in Gothenburg, Nebraska. Memorials may be given to the Nebraska Game &amp; parks (Pressy Park) or the Gothenburg Senior Center.

James Newton Gaskill  (1932 - 2020

Timothy martin Hellbusch, age 57, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly at Great Plains Health in North Platte on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Tim was born on August 3 1962 to Gerald and Annamarie (Boesch) Hellbusch at Albion, Nebraska and grew up in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska.&nbsp; After graduating from Cedar Rapids High School in 1980, Tim attended Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska where he received his Associate of Arts Degree in Diesel Technology. On April 30, 1983, Tim married Rebecca 'Becky' Voboril in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp; Working as a diesel mechanic, Tim's job took them to various Nebraska communities including Grand Island, then Sidney in 1986 where he was also a Service Manager, and to North Platte in 2011 where he was working with Inland Truck Parts. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; Tim was a genuine person who thought of others first and had a big heart.&nbsp; He had been a Boy Scout Leader and mentored lots of people over the years.&nbsp; Tim liked being outdoors and in wide open spaces, but was happiest being with his family.&nbsp; He loved his family and adored his grandchildren who equally loved their Papa.&nbsp; Tim was a wonderful husband, father, and grandpa who will be greatly missed. He is survived by his parents, Gerald and Annamarie Hellbusch of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska; his wife, Becky of North Platte, Nebraska; children, Luke (Shauna) Hellbusch of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hannah (Ryan) Walters of North Platte, and Kendra (Tim) Hausmann of Sidney, Nebraska; grandchildren, Quincey and Hazel Walters, Grady and Evan Hausann, and Lydia Talbot; sisters, Angie (Mark) Schalk and Trina Hellbusch (Doug Stuhr) all of Albion, Nebraska; brothers, Fred (Kevin) Hellbusch and Jordan (Jennifer) Hellbusch all of Omaha, Nebraska; parents-in-law, Joe and Mary Voboril of Albion, Nebraska; sisters-in-law, Lisa (Don) Weakland of Lincoln, Nebraska, Natalie (Pat) Fitzsimmons of St. Edward, Nebraska, Amber (Todd) Wynn and Kassie Voboril (Todd McCready) all of Albion, Nebraska; as well as other family members. Tim was preceded in death by his grandparents. Services will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church at 2719 West E Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with Rosary on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. and Mass of Christian Burial wil be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 with Celebrant Father Mark Seiker.&nbsp; Since Tim was not a fancy man, please come in your casual clothes.&nbsp; Tim will be in his Hawaiian attire. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 26, 2020 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the services, then inurnment will be at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Timothy martin Hellbusch, age 57, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly at Great Plains Health in North Platte on Thursday, January 23, 2020. Tim was born on August 3 1962 to Gerald and Annamarie (Boesch) Hellbusch at Albion, Nebraska and grew up in Cedar Rapids, Nebraska.&nbsp; After graduating from Cedar Rapids High School in 1980, Tim attended Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska where he received his Associate of Arts Degree in Diesel Technology. On April 30, 1983, Tim married Rebecca 'Becky' Voboril in Cedar Rapids.&nbsp; Working as a diesel mechanic, Tim's job took them to various Nebraska communities including Grand Island, then Sidney in 1986 where he was also a Service Manager, and to North Platte in 2011 where he was working with Inland Truck Parts. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; Tim was a genuine person who thought of others first and had a big heart.&nbsp; He had been a Boy Scout Leader and mentored lots of people over the years.&nbsp; Tim liked being outdoors and in wide open spaces, but was happiest being with his family.&nbsp; He loved his family and adored his grandchildren who equally loved their Papa.&nbsp; Tim was a wonderful husband, father, and grandpa who will be greatly missed. He is survived by his parents, Gerald and Annamarie Hellbusch of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska; his wife, Becky of North Platte, Nebraska; children, Luke (Shauna) Hellbusch of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hannah (Ryan) Walters of North Platte, and Kendra (Tim) Hausmann of Sidney, Nebraska; grandchildren, Quincey and Hazel Walters, Grady and Evan Hausann, and Lydia Talbot; sisters, Angie (Mark) Schalk and Trina Hellbusch (Doug Stuhr) all of Albion, Nebraska; brothers, Fred (Kevin) Hellbusch and Jordan (Jennifer) Hellbusch all of Omaha, Nebraska; parents-in-law, Joe and Mary Voboril of Albion, Nebraska; sisters-in-law, Lisa (Don) Weakland of Lincoln, Nebraska, Natalie (Pat) Fitzsimmons of St. Edward, Nebraska, Amber (Todd) Wynn and Kassie Voboril (Todd McCready) all of Albion, Nebraska; as well as other family members. Tim was preceded in death by his grandparents. Services will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church at 2719 West E Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with Rosary on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. and Mass of Christian Burial wil be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 with Celebrant Father Mark Seiker.&nbsp; Since Tim was not a fancy man, please come in your casual clothes.&nbsp; Tim will be in his Hawaiian attire. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 26, 2020 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the services, then inurnment will be at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Timothy Martin Hellbusch  (1962 - 2020

Ruth V. Allen of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on January 20, 2020 at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte. Ruth was born on July 19, 1924 in a sod house north of Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; She and her sister were raised by their parents on a ranch close to Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; She learned to ride horses, take care of cattle and do ranch chores while growing up.&nbsp; She graduated from high school at age 16 and taught school for a couple of years after that.&nbsp; She then went to Kearney State College in Kearney, Nebraska and obtained a teaching certificate.&nbsp; About that time, Ray Allen came home from military service and they married. Ruth and Ray bought some land south of Tryon that joined the land owned by Ruth's parents and moved there.&nbsp; Ruth's only child, Stephen, was born in 1950 while they were living on the ranch.&nbsp; Due to Stephen's cerebral palsy, they decided to go someplace where there were more services available for him, so they moved to Thermopolis, Wyoming for three years, then to Worland, Wyoming where Ray worked in the energy business until he retired.&nbsp; They then moved to North Platte, Nebraska to be close to Ruth's parents.&nbsp; Ruth helped take care of her mother until her death at the age of 101.&nbsp; They wanted to go back to Wyoming at that time, but due to Ray's Parkinson's Disease, they stayed in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ray passed away in 2009.&nbsp; Ruth took care of Stephen his entire life.&nbsp; At his birth, Stephen was not given much chance to live to a very old age, but due to the kind and loving care that Ruth gave him, he lived to be 66.&nbsp; Ruth and Ray bought a motor home so they could travel with Stephen and show him the western United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;Stephen thoroughly enjoyed these adventures.&nbsp; Stephen was the love and joy of Ruth's life. Ruth is survived by a niece, Pamela (Kevin) McClary of Benton City, Washington; her grandson, James McClary, also of Washington; and a nephew, Jeffrey Lambert of Florida.&nbsp; She also has many relatives and close friends in the North Platte and Tryon areas who will greatly miss her. Memorials may be made in honor of Ruth's son to North Platte Opportunity Center at PO Box 729, North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp; 69103. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Church of Latter-Day Saints with Bishop Luke McConnell officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Miller Cemetery near Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Ruth V. Allen of North Platte, Nebraska passed away on January 20, 2020 at Centennial Park Retirement Village in North Platte. Ruth was born on July 19, 1924 in a sod house north of Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; She and her sister were raised by their parents on a ranch close to Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; She learned to ride horses, take care of cattle and do ranch chores while growing up.&nbsp; She graduated from high school at age 16 and taught school for a couple of years after that.&nbsp; She then went to Kearney State College in Kearney, Nebraska and obtained a teaching certificate.&nbsp; About that time, Ray Allen came home from military service and they married. Ruth and Ray bought some land south of Tryon that joined the land owned by Ruth's parents and moved there.&nbsp; Ruth's only child, Stephen, was born in 1950 while they were living on the ranch.&nbsp; Due to Stephen's cerebral palsy, they decided to go someplace where there were more services available for him, so they moved to Thermopolis, Wyoming for three years, then to Worland, Wyoming where Ray worked in the energy business until he retired.&nbsp; They then moved to North Platte, Nebraska to be close to Ruth's parents.&nbsp; Ruth helped take care of her mother until her death at the age of 101.&nbsp; They wanted to go back to Wyoming at that time, but due to Ray's Parkinson's Disease, they stayed in Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ray passed away in 2009.&nbsp; Ruth took care of Stephen his entire life.&nbsp; At his birth, Stephen was not given much chance to live to a very old age, but due to the kind and loving care that Ruth gave him, he lived to be 66.&nbsp; Ruth and Ray bought a motor home so they could travel with Stephen and show him the western United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;Stephen thoroughly enjoyed these adventures.&nbsp; Stephen was the love and joy of Ruth's life. Ruth is survived by a niece, Pamela (Kevin) McClary of Benton City, Washington; her grandson, James McClary, also of Washington; and a nephew, Jeffrey Lambert of Florida.&nbsp; She also has many relatives and close friends in the North Platte and Tryon areas who will greatly miss her. Memorials may be made in honor of Ruth's son to North Platte Opportunity Center at PO Box 729, North Platte, Nebraska&nbsp; 69103. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Church of Latter-Day Saints with Bishop Luke McConnell officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Miller Cemetery near Tryon, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Ruth V. Allen  (1924 - 2020

June C. Norlem of Curtis, Nebraska, loving wife, grandma, great-grandma, and mother of three children, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the age of 79.

June had a passion for drawing and painting.&nbsp; She also loved to feed the birds and plant flowers wherever she found an unoccupied spot.&nbsp; She also had a great love and respect for all veterans.&nbsp; She hand stitched numerous American flags and gave them to any veteran that she would meet.

June loved kids, and kids quickly learned to love her.&nbsp; She would not hesitate to engage in their games and play as if she were just another one of them.&nbsp; She always had a pocket with candy in it and the kids that knew her would find her in a crowd, almost instantly upon her arrival.

June was preceded in death by both parents, two brothers, and one sister.&nbsp; She is survived by her husband of 61 years, James P. Norlem; her daughter, Angel Foster &amp; husband Steve of Curtis, Nebraska; her daughter Jewell Shelley &amp; husband Steve of Salt Lake City, Utah; and her son James E. Norlem &amp; wife Jacqueline of Felixstowe, England.&nbsp; She has two grandsons, Alex and Philip, a granddaughter, Daisy, and two great-grandkids, Wade and Alden.

Memorials may be made, in lieu of flowers, to the 20th Century Veterans Memorial in North Platte, Nebraska and online condolences can be left at carpentermemorial.com.

Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; A private family burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>June C. Norlem of Curtis, Nebraska, loving wife, grandma, great-grandma, and mother of three children, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the age of 79.June had a passion for drawing and painting.&nbsp; She also loved to feed the birds and plant flowers wherever she found an unoccupied spot.&nbsp; She also had a great love and respect for all veterans.&nbsp; She hand stitched numerous American flags and gave them to any veteran that she would meet.June loved kids, and kids quickly learned to love her.&nbsp; She would not hesitate to engage in their games and play as if she were just another one of them.&nbsp; She always had a pocket with candy in it and the kids that knew her would find her in a crowd, almost instantly upon her arrival.June was preceded in death by both parents, two brothers, and one sister.&nbsp; She is survived by her husband of 61 years, James P. Norlem; her daughter, Angel Foster &amp; husband Steve of Curtis, Nebraska; her daughter Jewell Shelley &amp; husband Steve of Salt Lake City, Utah; and her son James E. Norlem &amp; wife Jacqueline of Felixstowe, England.&nbsp; She has two grandsons, Alex and Philip, a granddaughter, Daisy, and two great-grandkids, Wade and Alden.Memorials may be made, in lieu of flowers, to the 20th Century Veterans Memorial in North Platte, Nebraska and online condolences can be left at carpentermemorial.com.Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; A private family burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at a later date.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

June C. Norlem  (1940 - 2020

Rhonda Lee Messersmith, age 83, died on January 18, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born on May 11, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Allen and Helen (Nauerth) Conyers.

Rhonda married Robert Lee Messersmith on August 3, 1967 in Curtis, Nebraska.

Rhonda worked as a secretary for Snell Services for 30 years until her retirement in 2010.&nbsp; She loved doing crossword puzzles, reading and music.&nbsp; Rhonda directed Maxwell's First Baptist Church Choir for 18 years.

Survivors include her husband, Bob of North Platte; her sister, Sandra Gordon of Indianapolis, Indiana; nephews, Dave (Kate) Gordon, Nathan (Melissa) Gordon, Chris (Susie) Gordon, Tony (Holly) Gordon, and David (Susanne) Conyers; nieces, Laura (Russ) Carr and Lisa (Joe) Rodgers; sister-in-law Sherry Conyers; brother-in-law Dick Messersmith; many great nephews, nieces and special friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Ed Conyers; and a nephew, Jeff Conyers.

Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist church Choir and online condolences may be left at carpentermemorial.com.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2020 with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Lyzenga presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Rhonda Lee Messersmith, age 83, died on January 18, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was born on May 11, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Allen and Helen (Nauerth) Conyers.Rhonda married Robert Lee Messersmith on August 3, 1967 in Curtis, Nebraska.Rhonda worked as a secretary for Snell Services for 30 years until her retirement in 2010.&nbsp; She loved doing crossword puzzles, reading and music.&nbsp; Rhonda directed Maxwell's First Baptist Church Choir for 18 years.Survivors include her husband, Bob of North Platte; her sister, Sandra Gordon of Indianapolis, Indiana; nephews, Dave (Kate) Gordon, Nathan (Melissa) Gordon, Chris (Susie) Gordon, Tony (Holly) Gordon, and David (Susanne) Conyers; nieces, Laura (Russ) Carr and Lisa (Joe) Rodgers; sister-in-law Sherry Conyers; brother-in-law Dick Messersmith; many great nephews, nieces and special friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Ed Conyers; and a nephew, Jeff Conyers.Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist church Choir and online condolences may be left at carpentermemorial.com.Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 24, 2020 with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Lyzenga presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Rhonda Lee Messersmith  (1936 - 2020)

Richard "Rick" Earhart, age 72, of Moorefield, Nebraska, died January 17, 2020 of natural causes at his home in Moorefield, Nebraska.

Rick was born on August 9, 1947 at home in Moorefield, Nebraska to Leonard "Neil" and Carrie (Fenton) Earhart.&nbsp; He grew up in Moorefield and attended grade school there.&nbsp; He attended and graduated High School in Farnam, Nebraska.&nbsp; Following High School, Rick entered the U.S. Navy where he served his country for four years.&nbsp; Following his time in the Navy, he moved back to Frontier County, Nebraska living in Eustis, Maywood and Stockville before remodeling and moving back to his childhood home in Moorefield.

Rick married Gladys Crawford in 1971.&nbsp; He worked for Frontier County Roads Department for many years where he took great pride in the roads he cared for.&nbsp; He truly enjoyed grading roads and prided himself to make them the best they could be.&nbsp; Rick was a jack of all trades and could fix anything.&nbsp; If he didn't have a tool for something, he would just make one.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed mowing and working on small engines.&nbsp; He didn't like to ask for help and would find a way to do projects by himself.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed fishing, even when they weren't biting.

He is survived by his son Scott (Amber) Earhart of Kearney, Nebraska; his daughter Darla (Steve) Walther of Stockville Nebraska; four grandchildren Jordan, Jace, Jade and Jessi; great-granddaughter Rayleigh; four siblings Linda (Burt) Knepp of North Platte, Nebraska, Roger (Juanita) Earhart of Eustis, Nebraska, Donnie Earhart of Lexington, Nebraska, and Kathy (James) Moore of Gibbon, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Landy Earhart and Tony Earhart.

Funeral services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street, Gothenburg, Nebraska on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, Nebraska 69039.

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 </figure>Richard "Rick" Earhart, age 72, of Moorefield, Nebraska, died January 17, 2020 of natural causes at his home in Moorefield, Nebraska.Rick was born on August 9, 1947 at home in Moorefield, Nebraska to Leonard "Neil" and Carrie (Fenton) Earhart.&nbsp; He grew up in Moorefield and attended grade school there.&nbsp; He attended and graduated High School in Farnam, Nebraska.&nbsp; Following High School, Rick entered the U.S. Navy where he served his country for four years.&nbsp; Following his time in the Navy, he moved back to Frontier County, Nebraska living in Eustis, Maywood and Stockville before remodeling and moving back to his childhood home in Moorefield.Rick married Gladys Crawford in 1971.&nbsp; He worked for Frontier County Roads Department for many years where he took great pride in the roads he cared for.&nbsp; He truly enjoyed grading roads and prided himself to make them the best they could be.&nbsp; Rick was a jack of all trades and could fix anything.&nbsp; If he didn't have a tool for something, he would just make one.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed mowing and working on small engines.&nbsp; He didn't like to ask for help and would find a way to do projects by himself.&nbsp; Rick enjoyed fishing, even when they weren't biting.He is survived by his son Scott (Amber) Earhart of Kearney, Nebraska; his daughter Darla (Steve) Walther of Stockville Nebraska; four grandchildren Jordan, Jace, Jade and Jessi; great-granddaughter Rayleigh; four siblings Linda (Burt) Knepp of North Platte, Nebraska, Roger (Juanita) Earhart of Eustis, Nebraska, Donnie Earhart of Lexington, Nebraska, and Kathy (James) Moore of Gibbon, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews and friends.Rick was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Landy Earhart and Tony Earhart.Funeral services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street, Gothenburg, Nebraska on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Moorefield Cemetery, Moorefield, Nebraska 69039.

Richard "Rick" Earhart  (1947 - 2020)

Ruth L. Farmer, age 87, of Sutherland, Nebraska died on January 16, 2020 at home.&nbsp; She was born on April 30, 1932 to William and Elizabeth (Vogel) Leonhardt, the youngest of nine children.&nbsp; She attended country school and graduated from Sutherland High School with the Class of 1950.

She married Lloyd Charles Farmer on January 20, 1951 and unto this union two children were born, daughter Roslyn Kaye and son Lemoyne Charles.&nbsp; Ruth worked side by side with Lloyd and cooked for hired men at several ranches, including The Spade, Tin Camp, Wild Horse Creek, Pawnee Springs, and their own beloved Birdwood Creek.&nbsp; Ruth was "Ranchy"!&nbsp;

She loved volunteering at her church and The Thrift Connection.&nbsp; She also timed for Sutherland Rodeo for many years.

Survivors include her children, Roslyn (Jim) Shaffer and Lemoyne (Sara) Farmer; grandchildren Kyleen (Patrick) Stokey, Jay (Tara) McFadden, Leah (Jamie) Carlyle, Christian (Ceara) Farmer, and Landon Farmer; great grandchildren Weston, Kaley and Kaine Stokey, Kalena (Austin) Wheeler, Lane and Josey McFadden, Heaven and Riggin Hutchison, Creed Carlyle, and Elijah Farmer; her sister June Anderson; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Elizabeth; her husband, Lloyd; brothers Virgil, Bill, Ray, Jerry, Bud and Dale; and a sister, Laverne.

Memorials may be made in her name and online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at the Sutherland United Methodist Church, 631 Pine Street in Sutherland, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Ruth L. Farmer, age 87, of Sutherland, Nebraska died on January 16, 2020 at home.&nbsp; She was born on April 30, 1932 to William and Elizabeth (Vogel) Leonhardt, the youngest of nine children.&nbsp; She attended country school and graduated from Sutherland High School with the Class of 1950.She married Lloyd Charles Farmer on January 20, 1951 and unto this union two children were born, daughter Roslyn Kaye and son Lemoyne Charles.&nbsp; Ruth worked side by side with Lloyd and cooked for hired men at several ranches, including The Spade, Tin Camp, Wild Horse Creek, Pawnee Springs, and their own beloved Birdwood Creek.&nbsp; Ruth was "Ranchy"!&nbsp;She loved volunteering at her church and The Thrift Connection.&nbsp; She also timed for Sutherland Rodeo for many years.Survivors include her children, Roslyn (Jim) Shaffer and Lemoyne (Sara) Farmer; grandchildren Kyleen (Patrick) Stokey, Jay (Tara) McFadden, Leah (Jamie) Carlyle, Christian (Ceara) Farmer, and Landon Farmer; great grandchildren Weston, Kaley and Kaine Stokey, Kalena (Austin) Wheeler, Lane and Josey McFadden, Heaven and Riggin Hutchison, Creed Carlyle, and Elijah Farmer; her sister June Anderson; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Elizabeth; her husband, Lloyd; brothers Virgil, Bill, Ray, Jerry, Bud and Dale; and a sister, Laverne.Memorials may be made in her name and online condolences can be made at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at the Sutherland United Methodist Church, 631 Pine Street in Sutherland, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Baldwin officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Ruth L. Farmer (1932 - 2020

Sherry Lea Munce, age 71, died on January 15, 2020 unexpectedly in Tulsa, Oklahoma.&nbsp; She was born on May 18, 2948 in Marysville, Kansas to Merle and Violet (Graham) Grauer.

Sherry graduated from Cosmetology School and worked as a hairdresser in Kansas.&nbsp; She married Doug Carl in 1967 and to this union two sons were born.&nbsp; She opened her own gift store in Downs, Kansas before moving to Denver, Colorado where she opened her first "Country Joy."&nbsp; She later married Jim Munce in 1991.&nbsp; They eventually moved to North Platte, Nebraska to be close to their grandchildren.&nbsp; In 2000, she opened a "Country Joy" in North Platte that she ran until her retirement in 2019.&nbsp; Some of her hobbies included quilting, sewing, woodworking and, most importantly, being a grandma.

Survivors include her sons, David (Teena) Carl of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Barry (Amy) Carl of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Taran (Saydee) Carl, Lauren (Aaron) O'Brien, Tamara (Christopher) Foster, Grace Carl, and Mazie Carl; great granddaughter, Charlotte O'Brien and baby Foster on the way; brother, Jeff (Connie) Grauer of Lochbuie, Colorado; sisters Jan Parker of Frisco, Texas, Dee (Francis) Krotzinger of Superior, Nebraska, and Nancy Whitebread of Marysville, Kansas; step-sons, Jimmy Munce of St. Louis, Missouri and Stephen Munce of Arvada, Colorado; many nieces, nephews, cousins; and special friends, Brenda and Chris Joliffe.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Munce; her parents, Merle and Violet Grauer; sister, Shirley Wilson; and a brother-in-law, Daryl Whitebread.

Memorials may be made to Wreaths Across America and online condolences can be left at carpentermemorial.com.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with the Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Sherry Lea Munce, age 71, died on January 15, 2020 unexpectedly in Tulsa, Oklahoma.&nbsp; She was born on May 18, 2948 in Marysville, Kansas to Merle and Violet (Graham) Grauer.Sherry graduated from Cosmetology School and worked as a hairdresser in Kansas.&nbsp; She married Doug Carl in 1967 and to this union two sons were born.&nbsp; She opened her own gift store in Downs, Kansas before moving to Denver, Colorado where she opened her first "Country Joy."&nbsp; She later married Jim Munce in 1991.&nbsp; They eventually moved to North Platte, Nebraska to be close to their grandchildren.&nbsp; In 2000, she opened a "Country Joy" in North Platte that she ran until her retirement in 2019.&nbsp; Some of her hobbies included quilting, sewing, woodworking and, most importantly, being a grandma.Survivors include her sons, David (Teena) Carl of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Barry (Amy) Carl of North Platte, Nebraska; grandchildren, Taran (Saydee) Carl, Lauren (Aaron) O'Brien, Tamara (Christopher) Foster, Grace Carl, and Mazie Carl; great granddaughter, Charlotte O'Brien and baby Foster on the way; brother, Jeff (Connie) Grauer of Lochbuie, Colorado; sisters Jan Parker of Frisco, Texas, Dee (Francis) Krotzinger of Superior, Nebraska, and Nancy Whitebread of Marysville, Kansas; step-sons, Jimmy Munce of St. Louis, Missouri and Stephen Munce of Arvada, Colorado; many nieces, nephews, cousins; and special friends, Brenda and Chris Joliffe.She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Munce; her parents, Merle and Violet Grauer; sister, Shirley Wilson; and a brother-in-law, Daryl Whitebread.Memorials may be made to Wreaths Across America and online condolences can be left at carpentermemorial.com.Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at the First United Methodist Church, 1600 West E Street in North Platte,&nbsp; with the Reverend Dr. Douglas Delp presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

Sherry Lea Munce  (1948 - 2020

Theodore Keith "Ted" Waugh, age 77, of North Plate, Nebraska passed away on January 17, 2020 at Great Plains Health in&nbsp; North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on November 10, 1942 to Levi and Harriett (Mahoney) Waugh.

Ted graduated from Hulett High School in Hulett, Wyoming, where he spent his childhood.&nbsp; After graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1960.&nbsp; After Ted was discharged in 1963, he worked in a uranium mine in Wyoming.

On November 14, 1964, Ted married Nancy Fischer in Piedmont, South Dakota.&nbsp; Ted and Nancy lived around Rapid City, South Dakota where he worked at the cement plant.&nbsp; They spent some time in Arizona before eventually settling in North Platte, Nebraska where he worked for Hipp Wholesale.&nbsp; Ted retired after 36 years.&nbsp; He held temporary jobs for ABC as a parts person and for Gerald A. Gentleman as a security officer.

Ted was an avid motorcycle rider, fisherman, and hunter.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.&nbsp; Ted loved to 'tinker' on anything with a motor.&nbsp; He also&nbsp; loved to cook and was quite a 'foodie' and was even famous for his burritos.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy of Hershey, Nebraska; children Mark (Traci) Waugh of Kalispell, Montana, Greg (Karen) Waugh of Casper, Wyoming, and Julie (Shawn) Smith of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; Karissa (Steve) Reed of Clinton, Tennessee, Shane (Brooke) Smith of Omaha, Nebraska, Corbin Waugh of Spokane, Washington, Madison Smith of Lincoln, Nebraska, Makenna Smith of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, and Linsey Waugh and Levi Waugh both of Kalispell, Montana; two great-grandchildren Harper Jo Reed and Peyton Reed, both of Clinton, Tennessee; numerous other family members and friends.

Ted was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Pius and Jenny Fischer; a brother Jerry Waugh; and a brother-in-law, ElRoy Fischer.

Memorials are suggested in Ted's name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Services will be on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Book signing will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Theodore Keith "Ted" Waugh, age 77, of North Plate, Nebraska passed away on January 17, 2020 at Great Plains Health in&nbsp; North Platte.&nbsp; He was born on November 10, 1942 to Levi and Harriett (Mahoney) Waugh.Ted graduated from Hulett High School in Hulett, Wyoming, where he spent his childhood.&nbsp; After graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1960.&nbsp; After Ted was discharged in 1963, he worked in a uranium mine in Wyoming.On November 14, 1964, Ted married Nancy Fischer in Piedmont, South Dakota.&nbsp; Ted and Nancy lived around Rapid City, South Dakota where he worked at the cement plant.&nbsp; They spent some time in Arizona before eventually settling in North Platte, Nebraska where he worked for Hipp Wholesale.&nbsp; Ted retired after 36 years.&nbsp; He held temporary jobs for ABC as a parts person and for Gerald A. Gentleman as a security officer.Ted was an avid motorcycle rider, fisherman, and hunter.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.&nbsp; Ted loved to 'tinker' on anything with a motor.&nbsp; He also&nbsp; loved to cook and was quite a 'foodie' and was even famous for his burritos.Survivors include his wife, Nancy of Hershey, Nebraska; children Mark (Traci) Waugh of Kalispell, Montana, Greg (Karen) Waugh of Casper, Wyoming, and Julie (Shawn) Smith of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; Karissa (Steve) Reed of Clinton, Tennessee, Shane (Brooke) Smith of Omaha, Nebraska, Corbin Waugh of Spokane, Washington, Madison Smith of Lincoln, Nebraska, Makenna Smith of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, and Linsey Waugh and Levi Waugh both of Kalispell, Montana; two great-grandchildren Harper Jo Reed and Peyton Reed, both of Clinton, Tennessee; numerous other family members and friends.Ted was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Pius and Jenny Fischer; a brother Jerry Waugh; and a brother-in-law, ElRoy Fischer.Memorials are suggested in Ted's name.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Services will be on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Book signing will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Theodore Keith "Ted" Waugh  (1942 - 2020)

Donald Eugene "Don" Menzter, age 83, died on January 15, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on June 25, 1936 in Arcadia, Nebraska to Clyde and Irene (Hunt) Mentzer.

Don went to country schools in Custer County, Nebraska up until his family moved to Broken Bow, Nebraska where he attended his freshman year of high school, and then moved to&nbsp; Maxwell, Nebraska during the middle of his sophomore year.&nbsp; He graduated high school in 1953.

Don married Donna Hall on August 14, 1955 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; They had two children, Doug and Cindy.&nbsp; They moved to North Platte in 1959, where he drove a truck delivering fuel for York Hinman.&nbsp; Don operated three convenience stores for Detlefsen Oil Company in North Platte.

Don leased the Mobil gas station in 1967 on the interstate.&nbsp; In 1984, he bought the Amoco jobbership from Senator Jim Pappas and started Mentzer Oil Company, delivering fuel to farmers and operating convenience stores, which he ran until his retirement in 2010.&nbsp; After retirement, Don and Donna enjoyed traveling together and attending bluegrass festivals.&nbsp; He was a member of the Nebraska Petroleum Marketers Association for several years and served as president for two years.

He thoroughly loved bluegrass music and promoted a bluegrass festival in North Platte in and Lincoln, Nebraska for several years.&nbsp; He sponsored local stock car racing and held season Husker football tickets for many years.&nbsp; He loved spending time with his family and watching his kids and grandkids play sports, and he especially enjoyed coaching his son's H Street Market team from 1963-1968 when they sent 54-4-1.&nbsp; Don was a cub master for the Boy Scouts as well.

Survivors include his wife, Donna; son, Dough (Denise) Mentzer and daughter, Cindy (Dan) Halligan all of North Platte; grandchildren, Stephanie (Aric) Riggins of McCook, Nebraska, Amanda (Jeremy) Hankla, Brett (Kit) Mentzer, Craig (Erin) Freeburg, Travis Halligan all of North Platte; Sarah (Chris) Wright of Yuma, Arizona, and Monica Halligan of Los Angeles, California; great-grandchildren coleman, Riley, Kaden, mason, Ben, Millie, parker, Piper, Violet, and Hannah; sisters Lorene Reutzel of North Platte and Donna (Jim) Clark of New Jersey; and his beloved dog, Banjo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Delbert (Patty) Mentzer and Norman (Sharon) Mentzer; and a brother-in-law, Neil Reutzel.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association or to the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at carpentermemorial.com.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2020 with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 202 at the First Baptist Church, 100 McDonald Rd, North Platte, with Pastor Clint Walker presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Donald Eugene "Don" Menzter, age 83, died on January 15, 2020 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on June 25, 1936 in Arcadia, Nebraska to Clyde and Irene (Hunt) Mentzer.Don went to country schools in Custer County, Nebraska up until his family moved to Broken Bow, Nebraska where he attended his freshman year of high school, and then moved to&nbsp; Maxwell, Nebraska during the middle of his sophomore year.&nbsp; He graduated high school in 1953.Don married Donna Hall on August 14, 1955 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; They had two children, Doug and Cindy.&nbsp; They moved to North Platte in 1959, where he drove a truck delivering fuel for York Hinman.&nbsp; Don operated three convenience stores for Detlefsen Oil Company in North Platte.Don leased the Mobil gas station in 1967 on the interstate.&nbsp; In 1984, he bought the Amoco jobbership from Senator Jim Pappas and started Mentzer Oil Company, delivering fuel to farmers and operating convenience stores, which he ran until his retirement in 2010.&nbsp; After retirement, Don and Donna enjoyed traveling together and attending bluegrass festivals.&nbsp; He was a member of the Nebraska Petroleum Marketers Association for several years and served as president for two years.He thoroughly loved bluegrass music and promoted a bluegrass festival in North Platte in and Lincoln, Nebraska for several years.&nbsp; He sponsored local stock car racing and held season Husker football tickets for many years.&nbsp; He loved spending time with his family and watching his kids and grandkids play sports, and he especially enjoyed coaching his son's H Street Market team from 1963-1968 when they sent 54-4-1.&nbsp; Don was a cub master for the Boy Scouts as well.Survivors include his wife, Donna; son, Dough (Denise) Mentzer and daughter, Cindy (Dan) Halligan all of North Platte; grandchildren, Stephanie (Aric) Riggins of McCook, Nebraska, Amanda (Jeremy) Hankla, Brett (Kit) Mentzer, Craig (Erin) Freeburg, Travis Halligan all of North Platte; Sarah (Chris) Wright of Yuma, Arizona, and Monica Halligan of Los Angeles, California; great-grandchildren coleman, Riley, Kaden, mason, Ben, Millie, parker, Piper, Violet, and Hannah; sisters Lorene Reutzel of North Platte and Donna (Jim) Clark of New Jersey; and his beloved dog, Banjo.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Delbert (Patty) Mentzer and Norman (Sharon) Mentzer; and a brother-in-law, Neil Reutzel.Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association or to the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at carpentermemorial.com.Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2020 with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 202 at the First Baptist Church, 100 McDonald Rd, North Platte, with Pastor Clint Walker presiding.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Plainview Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, is in charge of arrangements.

Donald Eugene "Don" Mentzer  (1936 - 2020)

June E. Linstrom, age 93, of Sutherland, Nebraska, passed away on January 8, 2020 at Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp; She was born on May 28, 1926 to Charles and Burl (Phillips) Boggs.

June grew up in Hershey and Sutherland, Nebraska and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1944.&nbsp; She married Clyde M. Linstrom on November 22, 1944 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple married while Clyde was in the service.&nbsp; After his discharge, they moved to Pocatella, Idaho where Clyde worked for Union Pacific Railroad.&nbsp; After the birth of their son, Steve, they moved back to the Hershey, Nebraska area in 1948, then to Sutherland, Nebraska in the early 1950's.&nbsp; While raising her family, June worked at Arnold's Drug Store, Sutherland Hospital, Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, and as the on-site Medical Technician during the construction of the Gerald Gentleman Power Plant in Sutherland.&nbsp;

She became the first licensed female EMT in Sutherland and served with the Sutherland Fire and Rescue until 2014.&nbsp; Her service was a passion and she spent countless hours volunteering.

She was a lifetime member of American Legion Auxiliary and Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland.&nbsp; June was an excellent wife, mother and grandmother and will be remembered as always being there for her family and community.

Survivors include a son, Steve (Brenda) Linstrom of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; grandchildren, Sean (Vanessa) Linstrom of Houston, Texas and Jennifer Linstrom of Northglenn, Colorado.

June was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; brothers, William and Mike Boggs; and an infant sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Sutherland Fire and Rescue.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Erin Dunlavy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the book may do so from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. on January 26, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>June E. Linstrom, age 93, of Sutherland, Nebraska, passed away on January 8, 2020 at Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp; She was born on May 28, 1926 to Charles and Burl (Phillips) Boggs.June grew up in Hershey and Sutherland, Nebraska and graduated from Sutherland High School in 1944.&nbsp; She married Clyde M. Linstrom on November 22, 1944 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; The couple married while Clyde was in the service.&nbsp; After his discharge, they moved to Pocatella, Idaho where Clyde worked for Union Pacific Railroad.&nbsp; After the birth of their son, Steve, they moved back to the Hershey, Nebraska area in 1948, then to Sutherland, Nebraska in the early 1950's.&nbsp; While raising her family, June worked at Arnold's Drug Store, Sutherland Hospital, Great Plains Medical Center in North Platte, and as the on-site Medical Technician during the construction of the Gerald Gentleman Power Plant in Sutherland.&nbsp;She became the first licensed female EMT in Sutherland and served with the Sutherland Fire and Rescue until 2014.&nbsp; Her service was a passion and she spent countless hours volunteering.She was a lifetime member of American Legion Auxiliary and Grace Lutheran Church in Sutherland.&nbsp; June was an excellent wife, mother and grandmother and will be remembered as always being there for her family and community.Survivors include a son, Steve (Brenda) Linstrom of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; grandchildren, Sean (Vanessa) Linstrom of Houston, Texas and Jennifer Linstrom of Northglenn, Colorado.June was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; brothers, William and Mike Boggs; and an infant sister.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Sutherland Fire and Rescue.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.comServices will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Erin Dunlavy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the book may do so from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. on January 26, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

June E. Linstrom  (1926 - 2019

Lisa "Andrea" Burton, age 62, of North Platte, Nebraska died December 31, 2019 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp;

Cremation was chosen and private family services will be at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Lisa "Andrea" Burton, age 62, of North Platte, Nebraska died December 31, 2019 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.&nbsp;Cremation was chosen and private family services will be at a later date.&nbsp; Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Lisa 'Andrea' Burton (1957 - 2019

Frank Y. Sue, age 87, of North Platte, Nebraska, originally of Portland, Oregon, died on January 10, 2020 at Linden Court in Norht Platte.&nbsp;

Services will be at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Rose Hills SkyRose Chapel in Whittier, California.&nbsp; Burial will be at Rose HIlls Cemetery in Whittier.&nbsp;

Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Frank Y. Sue, age 87, of North Platte, Nebraska, originally of Portland, Oregon, died on January 10, 2020 at Linden Court in Norht Platte.&nbsp;Services will be at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Rose Hills SkyRose Chapel in Whittier, California.&nbsp; Burial will be at Rose HIlls Cemetery in Whittier.&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th in North Platte, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Frank Y. Sue   (1932 - 2020

Robert Scott Allison, age 66, of North Platte, Nebraska died on January 1, 2020 at home.&nbsp; Scott was born on November 28, 1953 to John Robert Allison and Joan Elizabeth (Caldwell) Allison in Marceline, Missouri.&nbsp; Scott graduated from Marceline High School in 1972, attended Missouri Valley College in Marshall, Missouri, and then graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries &amp; Wildlife Biology in 1983.

On July 3, 1982, Scott married Rachel Anderson.&nbsp; They lived in Columbia, Missouri and had a daughter, Erin, in 1986.&nbsp; They lived in several other places and eventually settled in North Platte, Nebraska in 1997.&nbsp; Scott had a great love for the outdoors; early on in fishing, camping and anything on the water.&nbsp; In time his interests turned to gardening, especially growing irises; and later he turned to cooking.&nbsp; His entire life he was an animal lover, particularly cats, dogs, and birds; he was a member of the Tout Bird Club and a supporter of Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah.

He is survived by his wife, Rachel; daughter, Erin; mother, Joan (John) Perry of Brookfield, Missouri; brothers, John (Julia Miller) Allison of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Jeff (Jim Lomax) Allison of Bethel, New York; a sister, Susan (Ron) Mayers of Chillicothe, Missouri; and nephews John R. Allison, Mason Mayers and Grahm Mayers.

Scott was preceded in death by his father, John.

Memorials are suggested to the Best Friends Animal Society.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.

A family gathering will be held at a later date in Missouri.

Robert Scott Allison, age 66, of North Platte, Nebraska died on January 1, 2020 at home.&nbsp; Scott was born on November 28, 1953 to John Robert Allison and Joan Elizabeth (Caldwell) Allison in Marceline, Missouri.&nbsp; Scott graduated from Marceline High School in 1972, attended Missouri Valley College in Marshall, Missouri, and then graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries &amp; Wildlife Biology in 1983.On July 3, 1982, Scott married Rachel Anderson.&nbsp; They lived in Columbia, Missouri and had a daughter, Erin, in 1986.&nbsp; They lived in several other places and eventually settled in North Platte, Nebraska in 1997.&nbsp; Scott had a great love for the outdoors; early on in fishing, camping and anything on the water.&nbsp; In time his interests turned to gardening, especially growing irises; and later he turned to cooking.&nbsp; His entire life he was an animal lover, particularly cats, dogs, and birds; he was a member of the Tout Bird Club and a supporter of Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah.He is survived by his wife, Rachel; daughter, Erin; mother, Joan (John) Perry of Brookfield, Missouri; brothers, John (Julia Miller) Allison of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Jeff (Jim Lomax) Allison of Bethel, New York; a sister, Susan (Ron) Mayers of Chillicothe, Missouri; and nephews John R. Allison, Mason Mayers and Grahm Mayers.Scott was preceded in death by his father, John.Memorials are suggested to the Best Friends Animal Society.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.A family gathering will be held at a later date in Missouri.

Robert Scott Allison  (1953 - 2020

Betty "Joan" (Foster) Schwartz, age 88 of North Platte, Nebraska died on January 7, 2020 at Centennial Park Retirement Home in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on September 3, 1931 at Benkelman, Nebraska to Leo Chesney and VaLeita Fallert Foster.&nbsp; Joan was baptized and confirmed at the time of her marriage.

On December 28, 1949, she married Edwin "Ed" Schwartz in Benkelman, Nebraska and they were married for 55 years.&nbsp; They farmed south of Max, Nebraska until 1963, when Ed became an Insurance Agent in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1965, they moved their family to&nbsp; North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Joan worked at J.M. McDonald's, Memorial Hospital, Dr. Robert Getty's Medical Office and Dr. George Cooper's Medical Office.&nbsp; Joan retired in 1999, and turned her attention to knitting and cross-stitching, along with being a grandma, and later a great grandma.&nbsp; One of her favorite cross-stitches said, "If I would have known being a grandma was so much fun, I would have had them first."&nbsp; Another favorite remark she often made was "Retirement is the best job I ever had."

She and Ed were season ticket holders for the Nebraska football team for many years, donning their red and white gear on Saturdays in full support of the Huskers.&nbsp; Joan also held an avid interest in MLB, cheering on the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox.

Joan and Ed attended the First Evangelical Lutheran Church and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church during their marriage.&nbsp; Joan was involved in Bible study and regular church attendance until her health prevented her from continuing.

Survivors include her three children: Charles (Judy) Schwartz of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Vicki (Dennis) Fowler of Lexington, South Carolina, and Diane (Doug) Gibson of North Platte, Nebraska; nine grandchildren:&nbsp; Benjamin (Amanda) Schwarts of Fairbury, Nebraska, Megan (Cade) Ogburn of Gering, Nebraska, Renee Fowler (fiance Drew Thompson) of Lexington, South Carolina, Eric (Carley) Fowler of Lexington, South Carolina, Andrew (Amanda) Nelsen, Chad Nelson, Joanna (Joshua) Shearer, Emilee Gibson, and Marcus Gibson all of North Platte, Nebraska; fifteen great grandchildren:&nbsp; Luke Ferguson, Archer Schwartz, Aimee Rose Brown, Jayden Doman, Silas Foster Fowler, Riley and MaKenzie Nelsen, Nataleigh and Abagail Nelson, Dane, Maya and Jaron Race, and Gweniver, Isabel and Aliyah Shearer; two brothers, Kenneth of McCook, Nebraska, and Keith of Winter Park, Florida; one sister, Luan Jesch of Boulder, Colorado; and other relatives.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; her parents; her parents-in-law, Ted and Eda Schwartz; and her stepmother, Irene Morrison Foster.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Nebraska Chapter or Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial .com.

Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Ramsey officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the book may do so from 99:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, january 17, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Betty "Joan" (Foster) Schwartz, age 88 of North Platte, Nebraska died on January 7, 2020 at Centennial Park Retirement Home in North Platte.&nbsp; She was born on September 3, 1931 at Benkelman, Nebraska to Leo Chesney and VaLeita Fallert Foster.&nbsp; Joan was baptized and confirmed at the time of her marriage.On December 28, 1949, she married Edwin "Ed" Schwartz in Benkelman, Nebraska and they were married for 55 years.&nbsp; They farmed south of Max, Nebraska until 1963, when Ed became an Insurance Agent in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1965, they moved their family to&nbsp; North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Joan worked at J.M. McDonald's, Memorial Hospital, Dr. Robert Getty's Medical Office and Dr. George Cooper's Medical Office.&nbsp; Joan retired in 1999, and turned her attention to knitting and cross-stitching, along with being a grandma, and later a great grandma.&nbsp; One of her favorite cross-stitches said, "If I would have known being a grandma was so much fun, I would have had them first."&nbsp; Another favorite remark she often made was "Retirement is the best job I ever had."She and Ed were season ticket holders for the Nebraska football team for many years, donning their red and white gear on Saturdays in full support of the Huskers.&nbsp; Joan also held an avid interest in MLB, cheering on the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox.Joan and Ed attended the First Evangelical Lutheran Church and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church during their marriage.&nbsp; Joan was involved in Bible study and regular church attendance until her health prevented her from continuing.Survivors include her three children: Charles (Judy) Schwartz of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Vicki (Dennis) Fowler of Lexington, South Carolina, and Diane (Doug) Gibson of North Platte, Nebraska; nine grandchildren:&nbsp; Benjamin (Amanda) Schwarts of Fairbury, Nebraska, Megan (Cade) Ogburn of Gering, Nebraska, Renee Fowler (fiance Drew Thompson) of Lexington, South Carolina, Eric (Carley) Fowler of Lexington, South Carolina, Andrew (Amanda) Nelsen, Chad Nelson, Joanna (Joshua) Shearer, Emilee Gibson, and Marcus Gibson all of North Platte, Nebraska; fifteen great grandchildren:&nbsp; Luke Ferguson, Archer Schwartz, Aimee Rose Brown, Jayden Doman, Silas Foster Fowler, Riley and MaKenzie Nelsen, Nataleigh and Abagail Nelson, Dane, Maya and Jaron Race, and Gweniver, Isabel and Aliyah Shearer; two brothers, Kenneth of McCook, Nebraska, and Keith of Winter Park, Florida; one sister, Luan Jesch of Boulder, Colorado; and other relatives.Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; her parents; her parents-in-law, Ted and Eda Schwartz; and her stepmother, Irene Morrison Foster.Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Nebraska Chapter or Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial .com.Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Ramsey officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the book may do so from 99:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, january 17, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Betty "Joan" Schwartz  (1931 - 2020)

June E. Linstrom, age 93, of Sutherland, Nebraska died January 8, 2020 at Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with burial to follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be 12:00-6:00 p.m., January 26, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

June E. Linstrom, age 93, of Sutherland, Nebraska died January 8, 2020 at Sutherland Care Center.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., January 27, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with burial to follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, near Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be 12:00-6:00 p.m., January 26, 2020 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements.

June E. Linstrom  (1926 - 2020

Charles "Chuck" Cady died at his home with his family in North Platte, Nebraska on January 4, 2020 at the age of 90.

Chuck was born on November 19, 1929 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; His parents were Charles and Ruth Cady.&nbsp; Chuck graduated from North Platte High School and joined the Navy in 1948.&nbsp; He went to boot camp in San Diego, California, followed by submarine school in New London, Connecticut, then returned to San Diego to attend radio school.

Chuck served on the USS Baya SS318, USS Chaticleer, USS Pomodon, USS Rock and USS Snook.&nbsp; One one of his stops in Acapulco, Mexico, his skipper introduced him to a pianist by the name of "Liberace."&nbsp; Chuck retired from the Navy in 1969.&nbsp; He then worked for ITT in Tennessee for five years before returning to North Platte where he worked for the Union Pacific Railroad and retired as an engineer in February of 1997.

On April 8, 1989, Chuck married the love of his life, Karlyn Todd, and he gained three stepsons that he treated as his own.&nbsp; They made their home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Chuck loved to dance, play pool, and golf.&nbsp; He also had a great passion for football, especially his Huskers.&nbsp; Saturday mornings he enjoyed joining his buddies for breakfast at the Lincoln Highway Diner.&nbsp; Most of his summers were spent at his cabin at Lake McConaughy, where he enjoyed spending time with family, eating delicious dinners, and plyaing cards with friends Ron and Cathy Heffner.

Chuck's nine-year-old grandson, Tristen Todd wrote, "There once was an Eagle Spirit that stood for my Papa Chuck.&nbsp; He was fierce, brave, kind, bold, and he was in the Navy."

Chuck is survived by his wife, Karlyn Cady; two stepsons, Tracy (Susan) Todd of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Chadd (Joni) Todd of North Platte, Nebraska; seven grandchildren, Jessica (Michael) Koch of Fort Stewart, Georgia, Brian Todd of Denver, Colorado, Toni Allen of North Platte, Nebraska, Brandon (Athena) Todd of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Doug (Kaylee) Todd of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Conner (Bailee) Todd of North Platte, Nebraska, and Tristen Todd of North Platte, Nebraska; four great-grandchildren, Kylee, Hunter, Kayla, and Barrett; two brother-in-laws, Jared (Janet) Interholzinger of Fort Collins, Colorado and Frank D. (Karolyn) Interholzinger of North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law Joan Wilkinson of Billings, Montana; and two cousins, Kay Thomas of Apache Junction, Arizona, and Don (Betty) Haws of North Platte, Nebraska.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Cady; a stepson, Steven Todd; and a cousin, Jerry Thomas.

Memorials are suggested to the United States War Dogs Association and online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor John Stone officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Charles "Chuck" Cady died at his home with his family in North Platte, Nebraska on January 4, 2020 at the age of 90.Chuck was born on November 19, 1929 in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; His parents were Charles and Ruth Cady.&nbsp; Chuck graduated from North Platte High School and joined the Navy in 1948.&nbsp; He went to boot camp in San Diego, California, followed by submarine school in New London, Connecticut, then returned to San Diego to attend radio school.Chuck served on the USS Baya SS318, USS Chaticleer, USS Pomodon, USS Rock and USS Snook.&nbsp; One one of his stops in Acapulco, Mexico, his skipper introduced him to a pianist by the name of "Liberace."&nbsp; Chuck retired from the Navy in 1969.&nbsp; He then worked for ITT in Tennessee for five years before returning to North Platte where he worked for the Union Pacific Railroad and retired as an engineer in February of 1997.On April 8, 1989, Chuck married the love of his life, Karlyn Todd, and he gained three stepsons that he treated as his own.&nbsp; They made their home in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Chuck loved to dance, play pool, and golf.&nbsp; He also had a great passion for football, especially his Huskers.&nbsp; Saturday mornings he enjoyed joining his buddies for breakfast at the Lincoln Highway Diner.&nbsp; Most of his summers were spent at his cabin at Lake McConaughy, where he enjoyed spending time with family, eating delicious dinners, and plyaing cards with friends Ron and Cathy Heffner.Chuck's nine-year-old grandson, Tristen Todd wrote, "There once was an Eagle Spirit that stood for my Papa Chuck.&nbsp; He was fierce, brave, kind, bold, and he was in the Navy."Chuck is survived by his wife, Karlyn Cady; two stepsons, Tracy (Susan) Todd of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Chadd (Joni) Todd of North Platte, Nebraska; seven grandchildren, Jessica (Michael) Koch of Fort Stewart, Georgia, Brian Todd of Denver, Colorado, Toni Allen of North Platte, Nebraska, Brandon (Athena) Todd of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Doug (Kaylee) Todd of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Conner (Bailee) Todd of North Platte, Nebraska, and Tristen Todd of North Platte, Nebraska; four great-grandchildren, Kylee, Hunter, Kayla, and Barrett; two brother-in-laws, Jared (Janet) Interholzinger of Fort Collins, Colorado and Frank D. (Karolyn) Interholzinger of North Platte, Nebraska; sister-in-law Joan Wilkinson of Billings, Montana; and two cousins, Kay Thomas of Apache Junction, Arizona, and Don (Betty) Haws of North Platte, Nebraska.Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Cady; a stepson, Steven Todd; and a cousin, Jerry Thomas.Memorials are suggested to the United States War Dogs Association and online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, 1616 West B Street in North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor John Stone officiating.&nbsp; Those wishing to sign the register book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2020 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Charles 'Chuck' Cady  (1929 - 2019

John L. Schurr, age 79, of Farnam, Nebraska died at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska on Saturday, January 4, 2020.

John L. was born on December 21, 1940 to John Jacob and Estella Agnes (Jackson) Schurr in Farnam, Nebraska, where he grew up on the family farm.&nbsp; John graduated from Farnam High School in 1958, then attended the University of Nebraska and Colorado State University until the death of his dad in 1960 brought him back to work on the farm.&nbsp; In 1961, he started raising purebred Angus cattle and farming with his brother, Jerry.&nbsp; &nbsp;Then in 1983, they added a purebred Charolais herd to the ranch.

On April 4, 1965, John married Kay Schultheiss in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple lived west of Farnam and had three sons, all who became part of the Schurrtop Angus and Charolais Ranch, which has been a farming, cattle feeding, and purebred operation going on for four generations.&nbsp; John was proud that each son earned national recognition on livestock judging teams.

John had a great love for cattle, and over the years served on numerous committees in the Angus and Charolais breeds.&nbsp; He served two terms on the American Angus Association Board of Directors, was on the Certified Angus Beef Board, a member of the Angus Foundation, Past Director of the Nebraska Angus Association, and Director of Farm Credit Services.

Schurrtop has been recognized in competitions including the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado, where he exhibited his cattle for 50 consecutive years, the Great Western Beef Expo and Beef Empire Days in Kansas where they won the coveted Brookover Award.&nbsp; John has been recognized with numerous awards over the years and was selected as Nebraska Angus Association 2010 Producer of the Year.&nbsp; He had a true passion for cattle feeding and believed in letting the merits of his cattle do the talking.

Along with his work, John was also active in the Farnam community where he served on various borads for school, church, and the Gothenburg Hospital Foundation.&nbsp; He was a 4-H Club leader for 35 years and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Cattlemen's Beef Association, Nebraska Cattlemen, and the Colorado Livestock Association.&nbsp; He will be remembered for his work across the beef industry.

His is survived by his wife, Kay, of Farnam, Nebraska; sons, Mary Schurr and his children, Adalyn and Gavon, all of Maywood, Nebraska and Ryan (Kari) Schurr and their children, Luke and Reese, all of Farnam; his brother, Jerry Schurr of Farnam; his sister, Janet (John) Speck of St. Paul, Nebraska; brother-in-law, Dean (Marcia) Schultheiss of Orange, California; sisters-in-law, Rose Ann Young of Martinez, Georgia and Virginia (Jerry) Kasha of Canton, Georgia; as well as other family.

John was preceded in death by his son, Wayne; his father, John; his mother and step-father, Estella and LeRoy Tillotson; and a sister-in-law, Linda Schurr.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2002 Twenty-Seventh Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska at 3:30 p.m. followed by a gathering in the Maywood Community Hall.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; with the family greeting friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel, 302 S. Sycamore Street in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials will be used for local organizations in the Farnam/Maywood communities.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>John L. Schurr, age 79, of Farnam, Nebraska died at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska on Saturday, January 4, 2020.John L. was born on December 21, 1940 to John Jacob and Estella Agnes (Jackson) Schurr in Farnam, Nebraska, where he grew up on the family farm.&nbsp; John graduated from Farnam High School in 1958, then attended the University of Nebraska and Colorado State University until the death of his dad in 1960 brought him back to work on the farm.&nbsp; In 1961, he started raising purebred Angus cattle and farming with his brother, Jerry.&nbsp; &nbsp;Then in 1983, they added a purebred Charolais herd to the ranch.On April 4, 1965, John married Kay Schultheiss in North Platte.&nbsp; The couple lived west of Farnam and had three sons, all who became part of the Schurrtop Angus and Charolais Ranch, which has been a farming, cattle feeding, and purebred operation going on for four generations.&nbsp; John was proud that each son earned national recognition on livestock judging teams.John had a great love for cattle, and over the years served on numerous committees in the Angus and Charolais breeds.&nbsp; He served two terms on the American Angus Association Board of Directors, was on the Certified Angus Beef Board, a member of the Angus Foundation, Past Director of the Nebraska Angus Association, and Director of Farm Credit Services.Schurrtop has been recognized in competitions including the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado, where he exhibited his cattle for 50 consecutive years, the Great Western Beef Expo and Beef Empire Days in Kansas where they won the coveted Brookover Award.&nbsp; John has been recognized with numerous awards over the years and was selected as Nebraska Angus Association 2010 Producer of the Year.&nbsp; He had a true passion for cattle feeding and believed in letting the merits of his cattle do the talking.Along with his work, John was also active in the Farnam community where he served on various borads for school, church, and the Gothenburg Hospital Foundation.&nbsp; He was a 4-H Club leader for 35 years and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Cattlemen's Beef Association, Nebraska Cattlemen, and the Colorado Livestock Association.&nbsp; He will be remembered for his work across the beef industry.His is survived by his wife, Kay, of Farnam, Nebraska; sons, Mary Schurr and his children, Adalyn and Gavon, all of Maywood, Nebraska and Ryan (Kari) Schurr and their children, Luke and Reese, all of Farnam; his brother, Jerry Schurr of Farnam; his sister, Janet (John) Speck of St. Paul, Nebraska; brother-in-law, Dean (Marcia) Schultheiss of Orange, California; sisters-in-law, Rose Ann Young of Martinez, Georgia and Virginia (Jerry) Kasha of Canton, Georgia; as well as other family.John was preceded in death by his son, Wayne; his father, John; his mother and step-father, Estella and LeRoy Tillotson; and a sister-in-law, Linda Schurr.Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2002 Twenty-Seventh Street in Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Maywood Cemetery in Maywood, Nebraska at 3:30 p.m. followed by a gathering in the Maywood Community Hall.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; with the family greeting friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel, 302 S. Sycamore Street in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials will be used for local organizations in the Farnam/Maywood communities.&nbsp; Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore in North Platte is in charge of arrangements.

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