&nbsp;Ruby Elaine (White) Batterman, 75, formerly of Ogallala, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at Hemingford Community Care Center in Hemingford, NE where she resided the&nbsp; last four years.

Ruby was born on December 29, 1948, in Grant Nebraska to Kenneth and Esther (Dorrow) White.&nbsp;

Ruby grew up helping her father with ranching. Ruby graduated from High School in 1967 from Lewellen, Ne. Ruby met Gary Ribble and married in 1967. From this union they had Lisa (Ribble) Anderson and Mark Ribble. The couple later divorced. Ruby met Bob Batterman and married in 1999 residing in Ogallala, NE until moving to Beatrice Care Center in 2018. After the passing of her husband, Bob, Ruby moved to Hemingford to be closer to family in 2020. Ruby was well known in Ogallala; working for Dairy Queen, Ogallala Hospital, Hokes Café, Pump-n-Pantry, Union 76, Castles and Shopko. Ruby loved to serve the public. She met many people from different walks of life and enjoyed helping others.&nbsp; Ruby loved to garden. She enjoyed cooking and canning. Ruby also loved to watch football, especially the Huskers. She would be cheering on the team for a hopeful victory.

Ruby is survived by her children: daughter Lisa (Darren) Anderson of Lewellen; son, Mark (Candace) Ribble of Alliance. Stepchildren: Debbie Batterman; Chet Batterman. Grandchildren: Michelle (Scott) Kilsdonk; Ryan (Kaitlyn) Anderson; Joel Anderson; Corry Ribble; Madison Ribble; Step grandchildren: Taressa (Samuel) Mendoza; Taiton Benham; Tevon Benham; Many great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews;&nbsp;Ruby was preceded in death by parents Kenneth and Esther White,&nbsp; brother Lloyd White; husband Gary Ribble; husband Bob Batterman; stepdaughter Roxanne Batterman. Ruby was well loved wherever she went, leaving many cherished memories.

Visitation will be held, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 1:00 to 5 p.m. in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 15th, 2024 in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala immediately followed by Interment in the Hollow Cemetery in Lewellen, NE, with Pastor Cliff Transmeier of the New Beginnings Church of Nazarene of Scottsbluff, NE. officiating. Following the graveside service the family would like to invite all for Ruby’s celebration of life luncheon at the Tiger Den in Lewellen, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established to the Tiger Den in Lewellen, NE.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left by clicking the Share a Memory or the Tribute Wall Button by going to www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;.

&nbsp;Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com

Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707752142064.jpeg" alt="Ruby Batterman" />
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 </figure>&nbsp;Ruby Elaine (White) Batterman, 75, formerly of Ogallala, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at Hemingford Community Care Center in Hemingford, NE where she resided the&nbsp; last four years.Ruby was born on December 29, 1948, in Grant Nebraska to Kenneth and Esther (Dorrow) White.&nbsp;Ruby grew up helping her father with ranching. Ruby graduated from High School in 1967 from Lewellen, Ne. Ruby met Gary Ribble and married in 1967. From this union they had Lisa (Ribble) Anderson and Mark Ribble. The couple later divorced. Ruby met Bob Batterman and married in 1999 residing in Ogallala, NE until moving to Beatrice Care Center in 2018. After the passing of her husband, Bob, Ruby moved to Hemingford to be closer to family in 2020. Ruby was well known in Ogallala; working for Dairy Queen, Ogallala Hospital, Hokes Café, Pump-n-Pantry, Union 76, Castles and Shopko. Ruby loved to serve the public. She met many people from different walks of life and enjoyed helping others.&nbsp; Ruby loved to garden. She enjoyed cooking and canning. Ruby also loved to watch football, especially the Huskers. She would be cheering on the team for a hopeful victory.Ruby is survived by her children: daughter Lisa (Darren) Anderson of Lewellen; son, Mark (Candace) Ribble of Alliance. Stepchildren: Debbie Batterman; Chet Batterman. Grandchildren: Michelle (Scott) Kilsdonk; Ryan (Kaitlyn) Anderson; Joel Anderson; Corry Ribble; Madison Ribble; Step grandchildren: Taressa (Samuel) Mendoza; Taiton Benham; Tevon Benham; Many great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews;&nbsp;Ruby was preceded in death by parents Kenneth and Esther White,&nbsp; brother Lloyd White; husband Gary Ribble; husband Bob Batterman; stepdaughter Roxanne Batterman. Ruby was well loved wherever she went, leaving many cherished memories.Visitation will be held, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 1:00 to 5 p.m. in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 15th, 2024 in the Draucker Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala immediately followed by Interment in the Hollow Cemetery in Lewellen, NE, with Pastor Cliff Transmeier of the New Beginnings Church of Nazarene of Scottsbluff, NE. officiating. Following the graveside service the family would like to invite all for Ruby’s celebration of life luncheon at the Tiger Den in Lewellen, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial has been established to the Tiger Den in Lewellen, NE.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left by clicking the Share a Memory or the Tribute Wall Button by going to www.drauckerfh.com&nbsp;.&nbsp;Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.comDraucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

Ruby E. (White) Batterman (1948-2024)

Roger Portillo Estrada, 57, of Elwood, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his home in Elwood.

Those left to cherish his memory are his three children, Kimberly Aguila, Roger Portillo, and Brian Portillo.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:<a target="_blank" href="http://www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">http://www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Roger Portillo Estrada, 57, of Elwood, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his home in Elwood.Those left to cherish his memory are his three children, Kimberly Aguila, Roger Portillo, and Brian Portillo.Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams, officiating.Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, with family receiving guests from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington. Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting:<a target="_blank" href="http://www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com/">http://www.reynoldslovefuneralhome.com</a>

Roger Portillo Estrada (1966-2024)

Jim Lepant age 87 of Broken Bow, NE passed away on February 8, 2024, at Brookestone View in Broken Bow.

&nbsp;Memorial Services will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow with Father Jim Hunt officiating. Inurnment will follow in the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors. A Rosary will take place on Monday, February 12th&nbsp;at 7:00 PM at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. A register book can be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp;

James “Jim” Lepant was born at home to Joseph Sr. and Dorothy (Rich) Lepant on March 20, 1936, on the farm four and one-half&nbsp;miles south of Anselmo.&nbsp;He&nbsp;was the&nbsp;sixth of seven children. Jim was baptized&nbsp;and received first communion at St. Anselm's Catholic Church. He remained faithful to his&nbsp;faith serving as an altar server&nbsp;in&nbsp;his younger&nbsp;years. He attended&nbsp;kindergarten&nbsp;at&nbsp;District&nbsp;79, a&nbsp;country&nbsp;school a&nbsp;mile and&nbsp;a half&nbsp;northwest&nbsp;of the&nbsp;farm.&nbsp;The school was closed and&nbsp;then&nbsp;he&nbsp;attended&nbsp;District 58&nbsp;two-and one-half&nbsp;miles to the&nbsp;southeast. He&nbsp;would walk to the Kinish&nbsp;farm and&nbsp;join Barbara&nbsp;and Angela&nbsp;Kinish&nbsp;and&nbsp;then&nbsp;they would&nbsp;pick up&nbsp;Jack&nbsp;Condon. From there&nbsp;they would&nbsp;join the&nbsp;Moroney&nbsp;boys,&nbsp;Tuck and Bill,&nbsp;then proceed on to&nbsp;school. He&nbsp;can only remember&nbsp;his Dad picking the kids up&nbsp;in a wagon filled with straw once when a winter storm was coming. The Fiorelli's lived&nbsp;just a quarter of a mile from the&nbsp;school,&nbsp;and they had a daughter that attended school in Anselmo with his sister Margaret. His folks and the&nbsp;Fiorelli's decided&nbsp;that he could stay with them&nbsp;during the&nbsp;school week and&nbsp;that their daughter&nbsp;Marie could&nbsp;stay with Jim's folks. Charley could speak limited English and his&nbsp;wife none. Jim stuck it out for three days before he became&nbsp;so homesick that he tried calling his mother to have someone pick him up. He couldn't make Charley's wife Letecia&nbsp;understand&nbsp;that he&nbsp;wanted&nbsp;to call&nbsp;home, so&nbsp;he drug a chair&nbsp;over&nbsp;to the&nbsp;wall&nbsp;phone and&nbsp;started ringing the phone till&nbsp;someone answered&nbsp;on the party line.&nbsp;Finally, his mother answered&nbsp;and sent his older brother Joe over to get him. He attended&nbsp;the first and second&nbsp;grade at&nbsp;that school.&nbsp;He attended&nbsp;the third grade in Anselmo until March 1944,&nbsp;when his folks moved to Broken Bow. He attended the&nbsp;South Ward School for&nbsp;the&nbsp;last six weeks of that year and graduated from Broken Bow High School&nbsp;with the class of 1954.&nbsp;On graduation evening he&nbsp;was introduced&nbsp;to the love of his life Kathryn, by her&nbsp;cousin Virginia, a classmate&nbsp;of&nbsp;his.&nbsp;During his high school&nbsp;years,&nbsp;he&nbsp;worked&nbsp;part time&nbsp;for&nbsp;F.A. Bates.&nbsp;In&nbsp;September&nbsp;of&nbsp;that year, he entered&nbsp;the U.S. Army with his&nbsp;friend Jim Neth. They were sent to Fort Bliss Texas for&nbsp;basic training. From&nbsp;there they were sent&nbsp;to&nbsp;Fort Belvoir Virginia&nbsp;for&nbsp;advanced&nbsp;training as a diesel mechanic.

&nbsp;After graduating from advanced training, he was sent overseas to Chinon France where he spent the next twenty-six months. While there, he worked as a mechanic, a school bus driver, and finally as a pass bus driver. After returning to the United States and back home, he worked for a farmer for a short period of time. He then went back to work for F.A. Bates as a mechanic, parts man, manager, and finally he and Bob Goodner ended up buying the business from Everett Towns. They renamed the Business B.J. Equipment. After running the International Harvester Dealership for the next 14 years they sold out due to the 80's farm crunch. He then went to work for Morman manufacturing selling cattle and hog feed. He retired from there after 15 years. At the same time, he worked part-time for the City of Broken Bow Parks Department mowing, then as the street sweeper. He retired full-time in 2014.

&nbsp;Jim and Kathryn were married on June 10, 1958. They were blessed with three children: Michael, R.J. (Bob), and Lori Blakeman.

&nbsp;Jim was preceded in death by son Michael, son R.J. (Bob), grandson Zachary Lepant, his parents Joe and Dorothy, his mother and father-in-law Bob and Dorothy Kelly, and all of his siblings.

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 </figure>Jim Lepant age 87 of Broken Bow, NE passed away on February 8, 2024, at Brookestone View in Broken Bow.&nbsp;Memorial Services will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Broken Bow with Father Jim Hunt officiating. Inurnment will follow in the St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors. A Rosary will take place on Monday, February 12th&nbsp;at 7:00 PM at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. A register book can be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.&nbsp;James “Jim” Lepant was born at home to Joseph Sr. and Dorothy (Rich) Lepant on March 20, 1936, on the farm four and one-half&nbsp;miles south of Anselmo.&nbsp;He&nbsp;was the&nbsp;sixth of seven children. Jim was baptized&nbsp;and received first communion at St. Anselm's Catholic Church. He remained faithful to his&nbsp;faith serving as an altar server&nbsp;in&nbsp;his younger&nbsp;years. He attended&nbsp;kindergarten&nbsp;at&nbsp;District&nbsp;79, a&nbsp;country&nbsp;school a&nbsp;mile and&nbsp;a half&nbsp;northwest&nbsp;of the&nbsp;farm.&nbsp;The school was closed and&nbsp;then&nbsp;he&nbsp;attended&nbsp;District 58&nbsp;two-and one-half&nbsp;miles to the&nbsp;southeast. He&nbsp;would walk to the Kinish&nbsp;farm and&nbsp;join Barbara&nbsp;and Angela&nbsp;Kinish&nbsp;and&nbsp;then&nbsp;they would&nbsp;pick up&nbsp;Jack&nbsp;Condon. From there&nbsp;they would&nbsp;join the&nbsp;Moroney&nbsp;boys,&nbsp;Tuck and Bill,&nbsp;then proceed on to&nbsp;school. He&nbsp;can only remember&nbsp;his Dad picking the kids up&nbsp;in a wagon filled with straw once when a winter storm was coming. The Fiorelli's lived&nbsp;just a quarter of a mile from the&nbsp;school,&nbsp;and they had a daughter that attended school in Anselmo with his sister Margaret. His folks and the&nbsp;Fiorelli's decided&nbsp;that he could stay with them&nbsp;during the&nbsp;school week and&nbsp;that their daughter&nbsp;Marie could&nbsp;stay with Jim's folks. Charley could speak limited English and his&nbsp;wife none. Jim stuck it out for three days before he became&nbsp;so homesick that he tried calling his mother to have someone pick him up. He couldn't make Charley's wife Letecia&nbsp;understand&nbsp;that he&nbsp;wanted&nbsp;to call&nbsp;home, so&nbsp;he drug a chair&nbsp;over&nbsp;to the&nbsp;wall&nbsp;phone and&nbsp;started ringing the phone till&nbsp;someone answered&nbsp;on the party line.&nbsp;Finally, his mother answered&nbsp;and sent his older brother Joe over to get him. He attended&nbsp;the first and second&nbsp;grade at&nbsp;that school.&nbsp;He attended&nbsp;the third grade in Anselmo until March 1944,&nbsp;when his folks moved to Broken Bow. He attended the&nbsp;South Ward School for&nbsp;the&nbsp;last six weeks of that year and graduated from Broken Bow High School&nbsp;with the class of 1954.&nbsp;On graduation evening he&nbsp;was introduced&nbsp;to the love of his life Kathryn, by her&nbsp;cousin Virginia, a classmate&nbsp;of&nbsp;his.&nbsp;During his high school&nbsp;years,&nbsp;he&nbsp;worked&nbsp;part time&nbsp;for&nbsp;F.A. Bates.&nbsp;In&nbsp;September&nbsp;of&nbsp;that year, he entered&nbsp;the U.S. Army with his&nbsp;friend Jim Neth. They were sent to Fort Bliss Texas for&nbsp;basic training. From&nbsp;there they were sent&nbsp;to&nbsp;Fort Belvoir Virginia&nbsp;for&nbsp;advanced&nbsp;training as a diesel mechanic.&nbsp;After graduating from advanced training, he was sent overseas to Chinon France where he spent the next twenty-six months. While there, he worked as a mechanic, a school bus driver, and finally as a pass bus driver. After returning to the United States and back home, he worked for a farmer for a short period of time. He then went back to work for F.A. Bates as a mechanic, parts man, manager, and finally he and Bob Goodner ended up buying the business from Everett Towns. They renamed the Business B.J. Equipment. After running the International Harvester Dealership for the next 14 years they sold out due to the 80's farm crunch. He then went to work for Morman manufacturing selling cattle and hog feed. He retired from there after 15 years. At the same time, he worked part-time for the City of Broken Bow Parks Department mowing, then as the street sweeper. He retired full-time in 2014.&nbsp;Jim and Kathryn were married on June 10, 1958. They were blessed with three children: Michael, R.J. (Bob), and Lori Blakeman.&nbsp;Jim was preceded in death by son Michael, son R.J. (Bob), grandson Zachary Lepant, his parents Joe and Dorothy, his mother and father-in-law Bob and Dorothy Kelly, and all of his siblings.

Jim Lepant (1936-2024)

Jeanice Jones Thurston passed away Thursday afternoon, February 8, 2024 at Community Hospital in McCook. &nbsp;She was 91 years of age. &nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 10AM-7PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. &nbsp;Jeanice's family will be present to greet friends from 5-7PM.

Funeral services are scheduled at 1:30PM on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. &nbsp;Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook will follow services.

A memorial has been established in Jeanice's name and may reach the family at: Terrie Guthrie.727 Elwood Street, Ogallala, NE 69153. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

<figure>
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 </figure>Jeanice Jones Thurston passed away Thursday afternoon, February 8, 2024 at Community Hospital in McCook. &nbsp;She was 91 years of age. &nbsp;Visitation will be held from 10AM-7PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. &nbsp;Jeanice's family will be present to greet friends from 5-7PM.Funeral services are scheduled at 1:30PM on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. &nbsp;Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook will follow services.A memorial has been established in Jeanice's name and may reach the family at: Terrie Guthrie.727 Elwood Street, Ogallala, NE 69153. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Jeanice Thurston (1932-2024)

Richard Blaine Cover Jr., 56, of North Platte, passed away February 5, 2024 at home. &nbsp;He was born on May 21, 1967 to Richard Sr. and Margaret Tyacke in Charleston, S.C.

Richard enjoyed going thrift shopping to see what treasures he could find. &nbsp;He had a love of collecting Hot Wheels, he always knew if he already owned one when shopping for more. &nbsp;Richard loved getting visits from his family but also loved his alone time jamming out to music in his apartment.

Survivors include his father, Richard B. Cover Sr.; mother, Margaret Tyacke; sisters, Chris Decker and Cindy Cummings; children, Richard B. Cover III, Stephanie A. Cover, and Megan L. Cover; grandsons, Robert Cover-Walker, Brandon Grooms, and Mason Jack; numerous other family members and friends. &nbsp;One in particular, Connie Reese who was very close to Richard, always sending him goodies every holiday or ordering him door dash for dinner.

Cremation was chosen and no services are planned at this time. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707497578308.jpeg" alt="Richard B Cover Jr" />
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 </figure>Richard Blaine Cover Jr., 56, of North Platte, passed away February 5, 2024 at home. &nbsp;He was born on May 21, 1967 to Richard Sr. and Margaret Tyacke in Charleston, S.C.Richard enjoyed going thrift shopping to see what treasures he could find. &nbsp;He had a love of collecting Hot Wheels, he always knew if he already owned one when shopping for more. &nbsp;Richard loved getting visits from his family but also loved his alone time jamming out to music in his apartment.Survivors include his father, Richard B. Cover Sr.; mother, Margaret Tyacke; sisters, Chris Decker and Cindy Cummings; children, Richard B. Cover III, Stephanie A. Cover, and Megan L. Cover; grandsons, Robert Cover-Walker, Brandon Grooms, and Mason Jack; numerous other family members and friends. &nbsp;One in particular, Connie Reese who was very close to Richard, always sending him goodies every holiday or ordering him door dash for dinner.Cremation was chosen and no services are planned at this time. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Richard Blaine Cover Jr (1967-2024)

Nannie Mae Nolda, 79, of North Platte, passed away February 6, 2024 at home. &nbsp;She was born on June 6, 1944 to Lindsay and Virginia (Back) Morton in Sackett, Kentucky.

Nannie is survived by sister, Ruth Bridges of Kentucky; nephews, Daryl (Chris) Wyatt of Wilcox, Nebraska, Regan Wyatt of Wisconsin, Michael (LaTonya) Wyatt of North Platte; nieces, Natalie (Richard) Little of Woodland, California, Melinda (Todd) Sharp of North Platte; numerous great nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents; daughter, Keyona Nolda; brothers, Watt Morton, David Morton, Allen Morton; sisters, Nadine Wyatt, Nell Pasley; nephews, David Wyatt and Keith Wyatt.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. &nbsp;Online condolences can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Cremation was chosen and per Nannie’s wishes, no services will be held. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Nannie Mae Nolda, 79, of North Platte, passed away February 6, 2024 at home. &nbsp;She was born on June 6, 1944 to Lindsay and Virginia (Back) Morton in Sackett, Kentucky.Nannie is survived by sister, Ruth Bridges of Kentucky; nephews, Daryl (Chris) Wyatt of Wilcox, Nebraska, Regan Wyatt of Wisconsin, Michael (LaTonya) Wyatt of North Platte; nieces, Natalie (Richard) Little of Woodland, California, Melinda (Todd) Sharp of North Platte; numerous great nieces, nephews, and cousins.Preceding her in death were her parents; daughter, Keyona Nolda; brothers, Watt Morton, David Morton, Allen Morton; sisters, Nadine Wyatt, Nell Pasley; nephews, David Wyatt and Keith Wyatt.Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. &nbsp;Online condolences can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Cremation was chosen and per Nannie’s wishes, no services will be held. &nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Nannie Mae Nolda (1944-2024)

Leora Criffield, age 97 of Broken Bow, NE left this Earth to be with her Heavenly Family on February 7, 2024.

Memorial Services will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE. To honor our Mom’s wishes the family requests casual attire. &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Broken Bow EMT’s or Broken Bow Volunteer Fire Department. A register book may be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

Leora Arlene Criffield was born September 18, 1926, in Gothenburg, NE to Lee and Nellie (Godfrey) Dishman. Her childhood was spent on a ranch/farm in the Brewster/Dunning area, where she attended country school through 8th&nbsp;grade. She continued to live on the ranch until her marriage to Eli Criffield in 1946. To this union, six children were born. They farmed in the Hazard, NE area until 1955 when the family moved to a farm in the Rockville/Loup City area.

Leora moved to Sargent, NE in 1982. She lived in different areas but always came back to her Beloved Sandhills, where she lived until her passing. She loved Family gatherings, friends, loved to laugh, and country life. She was loved by everyone she met.

Leora is survived by five children, Lloyd Criffield of Loup City, Theola (Bob) Munoz of California, Lonnie Criffield of Wood River, Linda Criffield of Scottsbluff, and Deb Bonsall of Grand Island, numerous grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a sister Dorothy Dishman of Broken Bow.

Leora was preceded in death by a daughter Terri Ruhe, her parents, and six siblings.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707427429319.jpeg" alt="Leora Criffield" />
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 </figure>Leora Criffield, age 97 of Broken Bow, NE left this Earth to be with her Heavenly Family on February 7, 2024.Memorial Services will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE. To honor our Mom’s wishes the family requests casual attire. &nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Broken Bow EMT’s or Broken Bow Volunteer Fire Department. A register book may be signed at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>Leora Arlene Criffield was born September 18, 1926, in Gothenburg, NE to Lee and Nellie (Godfrey) Dishman. Her childhood was spent on a ranch/farm in the Brewster/Dunning area, where she attended country school through 8th&nbsp;grade. She continued to live on the ranch until her marriage to Eli Criffield in 1946. To this union, six children were born. They farmed in the Hazard, NE area until 1955 when the family moved to a farm in the Rockville/Loup City area.Leora moved to Sargent, NE in 1982. She lived in different areas but always came back to her Beloved Sandhills, where she lived until her passing. She loved Family gatherings, friends, loved to laugh, and country life. She was loved by everyone she met.Leora is survived by five children, Lloyd Criffield of Loup City, Theola (Bob) Munoz of California, Lonnie Criffield of Wood River, Linda Criffield of Scottsbluff, and Deb Bonsall of Grand Island, numerous grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a sister Dorothy Dishman of Broken Bow.Leora was preceded in death by a daughter Terri Ruhe, her parents, and six siblings.

Leora Criffield (1926-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Errol Eddie Overton was born on March 28, 1938 in Lexington, Nebraska to Curtis Alvin and Lillie Jeanette (Peterson) Overton. &nbsp;He attended school in Arnold, Nebraska and graduated from Arnold High School in 1956. &nbsp;After graduation, Ed worked in California laying hardwood floors with his brother; he was also a forestry firefighter during this time. &nbsp;In January of 1959, Ed enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country proudly until his honorable discharge from service in December of 1963.

&nbsp; &nbsp; On August 31, 1968, Ed married Marcia (Madron) Mieth at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp;He gained not only a wife, but two sons, a dog, and a cat. &nbsp;Ed supported his family by working for Northwestern Bell starting in Wayne, Nebraska and later transferring to McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp;He helped provide this service to McCook and the surrounding area for 37 years until his retirement.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of McCook, the American Legion, and the Communication Workers of America (CWA). &nbsp;He was a jack of all trades who could fix anything; if you needed a spare part for a project, there was a good chance he had one laying around. &nbsp;He enjoyed leather work and restoring antique tractors. &nbsp;He was the definition of a DIY handyman. &nbsp;Ed loved the outdoors and had a passion for hunting, especially deer and elk. &nbsp;He loved animals, especially horses.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed Overton passed away early Thursday morning, February 8, 2024 at his home in McCook. &nbsp;He was 85 years of age.

&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Lillie; a baby sister, Karen Louise; sister, Caro and husband, Dennis Campbell; half-brother, Frank; half-sister, Grace; granddaughter, Nichole Kristine and her daughters, Bryn and Madelyn in 2012; grandson, Nicholas in 2021; sister-in-law, Jane Svenson; sister-in-law, Donnalea Kindler Melany; and brother-in-law, Warren Kindler.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed is survived by his wife Marcia of McCook; sons: Rudy (Gloria) of Baytown, Texas, Marc (Terri) of Harrison, Ohio, Lynn of Panama City Beach, Florida, and Robb (Mary Jo) of McCook; grandchildren: Richard, Steffen, Nichole, Brandon, Vincent, Nicholas, Triston, Riley, Maycee, Lanie, and Gage; great-grandchildren: Jaden, Andrew, Evan, Hayes, Skye, Nevaeh, Chloe, Bryn, Madelyn, Adrienne, Henry, Annie, Khalilah, and Owen; as well as his sisters, Cherie (Jerry) Armagost and Sharyn (Geoff) Mischke.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook from 10AM-6PM. &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 4-6PM.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30AM on Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024 at Memorial Methodist Church in McCook with Pastors Jeff Kelley and Jeremy LaBrie officiating.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation will follow services and committal services with full military honors will take place at 10AM on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2024 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Ed Overton for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Errol Eddie Overton was born on March 28, 1938 in Lexington, Nebraska to Curtis Alvin and Lillie Jeanette (Peterson) Overton. &nbsp;He attended school in Arnold, Nebraska and graduated from Arnold High School in 1956. &nbsp;After graduation, Ed worked in California laying hardwood floors with his brother; he was also a forestry firefighter during this time. &nbsp;In January of 1959, Ed enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country proudly until his honorable discharge from service in December of 1963.&nbsp; &nbsp; On August 31, 1968, Ed married Marcia (Madron) Mieth at Memorial United Methodist Church in McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp;He gained not only a wife, but two sons, a dog, and a cat. &nbsp;Ed supported his family by working for Northwestern Bell starting in Wayne, Nebraska and later transferring to McCook, Nebraska. &nbsp;He helped provide this service to McCook and the surrounding area for 37 years until his retirement.&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of McCook, the American Legion, and the Communication Workers of America (CWA). &nbsp;He was a jack of all trades who could fix anything; if you needed a spare part for a project, there was a good chance he had one laying around. &nbsp;He enjoyed leather work and restoring antique tractors. &nbsp;He was the definition of a DIY handyman. &nbsp;Ed loved the outdoors and had a passion for hunting, especially deer and elk. &nbsp;He loved animals, especially horses.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed Overton passed away early Thursday morning, February 8, 2024 at his home in McCook. &nbsp;He was 85 years of age.&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Lillie; a baby sister, Karen Louise; sister, Caro and husband, Dennis Campbell; half-brother, Frank; half-sister, Grace; granddaughter, Nichole Kristine and her daughters, Bryn and Madelyn in 2012; grandson, Nicholas in 2021; sister-in-law, Jane Svenson; sister-in-law, Donnalea Kindler Melany; and brother-in-law, Warren Kindler.&nbsp; &nbsp; Ed is survived by his wife Marcia of McCook; sons: Rudy (Gloria) of Baytown, Texas, Marc (Terri) of Harrison, Ohio, Lynn of Panama City Beach, Florida, and Robb (Mary Jo) of McCook; grandchildren: Richard, Steffen, Nichole, Brandon, Vincent, Nicholas, Triston, Riley, Maycee, Lanie, and Gage; great-grandchildren: Jaden, Andrew, Evan, Hayes, Skye, Nevaeh, Chloe, Bryn, Madelyn, Adrienne, Henry, Annie, Khalilah, and Owen; as well as his sisters, Cherie (Jerry) Armagost and Sharyn (Geoff) Mischke.&nbsp; &nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook from 10AM-6PM. &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 4-6PM.&nbsp; &nbsp; Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30AM on Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024 at Memorial Methodist Church in McCook with Pastors Jeff Kelley and Jeremy LaBrie officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Cremation will follow services and committal services with full military honors will take place at 10AM on Wednesday morning, February 14, 2024 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the family of Ed Overton for future designation. &nbsp;Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. &nbsp;Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Ed Overton (1938-2024)

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the Christ's Church at Lillian with Don Schauda officiating. Burial will follow in the Gates Cemetery at Gates, NE. Memorials are suggested to Gates Community, Gates Cemetery, Community Memorial Health of Burwell, or the Donor’s Choice. A register book may be signed on Sunday, February 11th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 6:30 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, and a visitation with family will be on Monday, February 12th, from 9:00 am to Service time at 10:30 am at the Christ's Church at Lillian. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

&nbsp; &nbsp; Just a few weeks short of her 89th birthday, Eyvonne Smith passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Community Memorial Health Center, Burwell, Nebraska. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Eyvonne was a lifelong caregiver for her family and others. She particularly enjoyed caring for children and often provided babysitting services for friends and neighbors. By many, she will be best remembered for her hospitality.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Elda "Eyvonne" Huffman was born in rural Custer County on March 12, 1935, joining parents Harold and Elda (Gates) Huffman and a sister, Ardes. During the latter years of the Great Depression the family resided near Milburn. For a time, they lived in a sod house located on Huffman family land. Decades later, Eyvonne enjoyed listeners' surprised responses when she shared stories from her soddy experience. She attended school at Milburn until the family moved to Sargent. She later told stories of roller-skating to school in Sargent, learning to avoid the sidewalk cracks that caused falls and skinned knees.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne married Eugene (Gene) Smith, of rural Sargent, on June 16, 1952. Early in their marriage the couple resided at the end of a two-track trail, on a Loup County ranch where Gene worked. She learned to be prepared for the ranch owner's frequent but unannounced visits - which almost always occurred at meal time. Sometimes she served prairie chicken that she had shot with a .22 rifle, while leaning out the kitchen window.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne followed Gene to El Paso, Texas, and then New Ellington, South Carolina, during his service in the US Army. After returning to Nebraska, Gene worked for the Nebraska Brand Committee, serving as brand inspector in North Platte, Broken Bow, Lexington, Alliance, and Grand Island. The frequent relocation ended in 1963, when the family made a final move to Kearney. For many years, Eyvonne's kitchen table was the gathering place for meetings between Gene and inspectors he supervised. Eyvonne supplied the coffee and cookies or cake. When criminal investigators were in the area, they often shared meals at the same table.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A great cook, Eyvonne's meals often included produce from her own garden - a big one. Her marksmanship came in handy as she dispatched rabbits that dared to invade that domain. And snakes better stay away, for her hoe was kept sharp. Being active with much bending and stretching must have been a good thing. She was extremely flexible. Up until just a few years ago, she could grasp her foot and bring her toe to her chin. Standing with knees locked, she could bend over and place both palms flat on the floor.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;If she summoned a child and wasn't heard, she might whistle. Placing her thumb and forefinger in her mouth just so, she could muster a loud and shrill whistle. And the kid better come a runnin' or she would come after you. It took a lot of growing up before her own kids could beat her in a foot-race.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne and Gene raised two sons, Troy and Dean, and a daughter, Linda. They also helped raise 10 grandchildren. They accompanied grandsons to 4-H Horse Camp at Fort Robinson, where Grandma cooked and endured sleeping in a tent. Little granddaughters stayed at Grandma's house and enjoyed the "Little House on the Prairie" picnics she arranged. Eyvonne showed granddaughters how to sew and told grandsons they ought to learn it too.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne was good at sewing and created children’s clothing and men's western shirts. She did embroidery, knitted sweaters and afghan blankets, and she made quilts. Most of her creations were given away as gifts. Eyvonne also created stories in rhyme. She wrote many poems about her life experiences - especially her childhood - and people she admired. Her poetry also bears testimony to her faith in Jesus Christ as her savior.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne's family and closest friends will always remember her devotion to Gene during the last several years of his life. As his health declined, she remained the dedicated and thorough caregiver.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral Services will be on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the Christ's Church at Lillian with Don Schauda officiating. Burial will follow in the Gates Cemetery at Gates, NE. Memorials are suggested to Gates Community, Gates Cemetery, Community Memorial Health of Burwell, or the Donor’s Choice. A register book may be signed on Sunday, February 11th&nbsp;from 1:00 to 6:30 pm at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, and a visitation with family will be on Monday, February 12th, from 9:00 am to Service time at 10:30 am at the Christ's Church at Lillian. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; Just a few weeks short of her 89th birthday, Eyvonne Smith passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Community Memorial Health Center, Burwell, Nebraska. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Eyvonne was a lifelong caregiver for her family and others. She particularly enjoyed caring for children and often provided babysitting services for friends and neighbors. By many, she will be best remembered for her hospitality.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Elda "Eyvonne" Huffman was born in rural Custer County on March 12, 1935, joining parents Harold and Elda (Gates) Huffman and a sister, Ardes. During the latter years of the Great Depression the family resided near Milburn. For a time, they lived in a sod house located on Huffman family land. Decades later, Eyvonne enjoyed listeners' surprised responses when she shared stories from her soddy experience. She attended school at Milburn until the family moved to Sargent. She later told stories of roller-skating to school in Sargent, learning to avoid the sidewalk cracks that caused falls and skinned knees.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne married Eugene (Gene) Smith, of rural Sargent, on June 16, 1952. Early in their marriage the couple resided at the end of a two-track trail, on a Loup County ranch where Gene worked. She learned to be prepared for the ranch owner's frequent but unannounced visits - which almost always occurred at meal time. Sometimes she served prairie chicken that she had shot with a .22 rifle, while leaning out the kitchen window.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne followed Gene to El Paso, Texas, and then New Ellington, South Carolina, during his service in the US Army. After returning to Nebraska, Gene worked for the Nebraska Brand Committee, serving as brand inspector in North Platte, Broken Bow, Lexington, Alliance, and Grand Island. The frequent relocation ended in 1963, when the family made a final move to Kearney. For many years, Eyvonne's kitchen table was the gathering place for meetings between Gene and inspectors he supervised. Eyvonne supplied the coffee and cookies or cake. When criminal investigators were in the area, they often shared meals at the same table.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A great cook, Eyvonne's meals often included produce from her own garden - a big one. Her marksmanship came in handy as she dispatched rabbits that dared to invade that domain. And snakes better stay away, for her hoe was kept sharp. Being active with much bending and stretching must have been a good thing. She was extremely flexible. Up until just a few years ago, she could grasp her foot and bring her toe to her chin. Standing with knees locked, she could bend over and place both palms flat on the floor.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;If she summoned a child and wasn't heard, she might whistle. Placing her thumb and forefinger in her mouth just so, she could muster a loud and shrill whistle. And the kid better come a runnin' or she would come after you. It took a lot of growing up before her own kids could beat her in a foot-race.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne and Gene raised two sons, Troy and Dean, and a daughter, Linda. They also helped raise 10 grandchildren. They accompanied grandsons to 4-H Horse Camp at Fort Robinson, where Grandma cooked and endured sleeping in a tent. Little granddaughters stayed at Grandma's house and enjoyed the "Little House on the Prairie" picnics she arranged. Eyvonne showed granddaughters how to sew and told grandsons they ought to learn it too.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne was good at sewing and created children’s clothing and men's western shirts. She did embroidery, knitted sweaters and afghan blankets, and she made quilts. Most of her creations were given away as gifts. Eyvonne also created stories in rhyme. She wrote many poems about her life experiences - especially her childhood - and people she admired. Her poetry also bears testimony to her faith in Jesus Christ as her savior.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Eyvonne's family and closest friends will always remember her devotion to Gene during the last several years of his life. As his health declined, she remained the dedicated and thorough caregiver.

Eyvonne Smith (1935-2024)

Constance "Connie" Rogers, of Ogallala, passed away February 7, 2024 at her home in Ogallala.

Connie was born on November 19, 1950, to Claude Wesley "Sonny" and Marie Agnes (Hobbs) Day. She graduated from Atwood High School in 1968.

On November 9, 1968, she married Riky Dean Rogers. Following Riky's discharge from the service, the family resided in Sterling, CO, before moving to Ogallala, where she was a mainstay at the Variety Center for many years.

In 1991, Connie and Riky moved to Dodge City, KS, where she enjoyed working in the kitchen at the VA Nursing Facility. The couple returned to Ogallala in 2019 to be closer to family.

Everybody seemed to love Connie. She was a cheerful person and had a way of making people feel at home. She loved her dogs and had an abiding connection with her husband, who she sorely missed after his death in 2022. Connie enjoyed collecting roosters, angels, and bears. She also loved to bowl and participated in leagues with her husband.

Connie was preceded by her parents and her husband, Riky, in 2022.

Survivors include her children, Ricky Dean of Ogallala, Melissa and husband, Tom Haynes of Grant, Bret Allen Rogers (Lisa Resor Lyon) of Grant; grandchildren, Heather, Kelly, Jessica, Cody, Dylan, Brian, Vincent, and Zachary; two siblings, Pam Erickson and Claudette Hornkohl; along with many other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Perkins County Veterinary Hospital in Connie's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.

Service details are pending at this time.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Constance "Connie" Rogers, of Ogallala, passed away February 7, 2024 at her home in Ogallala.Connie was born on November 19, 1950, to Claude Wesley "Sonny" and Marie Agnes (Hobbs) Day. She graduated from Atwood High School in 1968.On November 9, 1968, she married Riky Dean Rogers. Following Riky's discharge from the service, the family resided in Sterling, CO, before moving to Ogallala, where she was a mainstay at the Variety Center for many years.In 1991, Connie and Riky moved to Dodge City, KS, where she enjoyed working in the kitchen at the VA Nursing Facility. The couple returned to Ogallala in 2019 to be closer to family.Everybody seemed to love Connie. She was a cheerful person and had a way of making people feel at home. She loved her dogs and had an abiding connection with her husband, who she sorely missed after his death in 2022. Connie enjoyed collecting roosters, angels, and bears. She also loved to bowl and participated in leagues with her husband.Connie was preceded by her parents and her husband, Riky, in 2022.Survivors include her children, Ricky Dean of Ogallala, Melissa and husband, Tom Haynes of Grant, Bret Allen Rogers (Lisa Resor Lyon) of Grant; grandchildren, Heather, Kelly, Jessica, Cody, Dylan, Brian, Vincent, and Zachary; two siblings, Pam Erickson and Claudette Hornkohl; along with many other relatives and friends.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Perkins County Veterinary Hospital in Connie's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.Service details are pending at this time.Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Connie Rogers (1950-2024)

James "Jim" Armbruster, aged 73, of Wauneta, Nebraska, passed away on February 5, 2024, near Wallace, Nebraska, due to an auto accident.

Jim was born on March 19, 1950, in Ogallala, Nebraska, to Archie James and Loretta (Deen) Armbruster. His early years were spent on a farm southeast of Big Springs before moving to Grant in 1967. He was a proud graduate of Perkins County High School with the class of 1968.

Following high school, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Army, achieving the distinguished rank of an Army Ranger. His service took him to Vietnam and Korea. Following his discharge, Jim returned to his roots to farm south of Grant, where he and his first wife, Shirley Baker, made their home and welcomed two children, Craig and Jamie.

In 2005, Jim married Nikki Bang, a longtime friend, expanding his family to include a stepson, Doug Tillman.

Jim's life was characterized by his love for his country, his fondness for golf and fishing, and a notable affection for classic cars, particularly his '67 Chevelle.

Jim was fiercely loyal to family and friends and had a profound love for his grandkids, who brought immense joy to his life.

Jim was a longtime member of the Moose Club, Eagles, and VFW. Jim's passing leaves a void in the hearts of many who will remember him as a deeply loving man, a patriot, and a loyal friend.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Nikki of Wauneta; children, Jamie (Chris) Bartels of Council Bluffs IA, Craig Armbruster of Kearney; stepson, Doug (Pam) Tillman of Wood River; grandchildren, Noah, Nathan, and Clara; a sister, Teresa Schimmer of North Platte, and her children, Jacki Jones, Robin Foran, Josh (Chloe) Schimmer; along with many other relatives and friends.

Memorials are suggested to the Keith County Veteran's Organizations or the VFW in Imperial in memory of Jim. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Services will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 10:00 am at the Grant United Methodist Church with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta officiating. Interment with military honors by the Keith County Veteran's Organization will be in the Fairview Cemetery at Grant.

Memorial book signing will be on Monday, from 2 pm until 5 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>James "Jim" Armbruster, aged 73, of Wauneta, Nebraska, passed away on February 5, 2024, near Wallace, Nebraska, due to an auto accident.Jim was born on March 19, 1950, in Ogallala, Nebraska, to Archie James and Loretta (Deen) Armbruster. His early years were spent on a farm southeast of Big Springs before moving to Grant in 1967. He was a proud graduate of Perkins County High School with the class of 1968.Following high school, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Army, achieving the distinguished rank of an Army Ranger. His service took him to Vietnam and Korea. Following his discharge, Jim returned to his roots to farm south of Grant, where he and his first wife, Shirley Baker, made their home and welcomed two children, Craig and Jamie.In 2005, Jim married Nikki Bang, a longtime friend, expanding his family to include a stepson, Doug Tillman.Jim's life was characterized by his love for his country, his fondness for golf and fishing, and a notable affection for classic cars, particularly his '67 Chevelle.Jim was fiercely loyal to family and friends and had a profound love for his grandkids, who brought immense joy to his life.Jim was a longtime member of the Moose Club, Eagles, and VFW. Jim's passing leaves a void in the hearts of many who will remember him as a deeply loving man, a patriot, and a loyal friend.Jim was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, Nikki of Wauneta; children, Jamie (Chris) Bartels of Council Bluffs IA, Craig Armbruster of Kearney; stepson, Doug (Pam) Tillman of Wood River; grandchildren, Noah, Nathan, and Clara; a sister, Teresa Schimmer of North Platte, and her children, Jacki Jones, Robin Foran, Josh (Chloe) Schimmer; along with many other relatives and friends.Memorials are suggested to the Keith County Veteran's Organizations or the VFW in Imperial in memory of Jim. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Services will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 10:00 am at the Grant United Methodist Church with Pastor Ceciliah Igweta officiating. Interment with military honors by the Keith County Veteran's Organization will be in the Fairview Cemetery at Grant.Memorial book signing will be on Monday, from 2 pm until 5 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.Bullock-Long Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jim Armbruster (1950-2024)

Wilbur D. Koehn, longtime Perkins County resident, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg.

Wilbur was born April 7, 1940, in Grant County, Kansas, to Edward and Katie Koehn. He was raised and educated in Kansas.

On April 30, 1961, Wilbur married Lovella Koehn, and their 62-year union was blessed with four children.

In the winter of 1974, the Koehn family moved from Sharon Springs, Kansas, to Perkins County, Nebraska, where Wilbur farmed.

He was known as a kind, caring man who lived his life with all his heart and strength.

Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son; four brothers and one sister.

Survivors include his wife, Lovella of Grant; three children, Judy (Marlin) Unruh, Madrid, Nebraska; Rollyn (Val) Koehn, Russellville, Arkansas; and LynAlan (Susan) Koehn, Tonasket, Washington; eleven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to Western Sky &amp; Hilltop Estates in memory of Wilbur. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com.

Services will be held Friday, February 9, 2024, at 10:30 in the morning at the Golden Plains Mennonite Church west of Madrid. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Thursday, from 2 pm until 5 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

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

Wilbur D. Koehn, longtime Perkins County resident, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg.Wilbur was born April 7, 1940, in Grant County, Kansas, to Edward and Katie Koehn. He was raised and educated in Kansas.On April 30, 1961, Wilbur married Lovella Koehn, and their 62-year union was blessed with four children.In the winter of 1974, the Koehn family moved from Sharon Springs, Kansas, to Perkins County, Nebraska, where Wilbur farmed.He was known as a kind, caring man who lived his life with all his heart and strength.Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son; four brothers and one sister.Survivors include his wife, Lovella of Grant; three children, Judy (Marlin) Unruh, Madrid, Nebraska; Rollyn (Val) Koehn, Russellville, Arkansas; and LynAlan (Susan) Koehn, Tonasket, Washington; eleven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.Memorials are suggested to Western Sky &amp; Hilltop Estates in memory of Wilbur. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com.Services will be held Friday, February 9, 2024, at 10:30 in the morning at the Golden Plains Mennonite Church west of Madrid. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.Visitation will be on Thursday, from 2 pm until 5 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

Wilbur Koehn (1940-2024)

Tracy Lillian (Pratt) Morehead, 61, of North Platte passed away at her home Feb. 3, 2024.

Tracy was born April 5, 1962, to William Ernest and Sandra Lillian (Jones) Pratt. After graduating from North Platte High School in 1980, she attended Chadron State College and was on the softball team.

On June 29, 1985, Tracy married her soul mate, Wayne E. Morehead, in North Platte. The couple lived in rural Hayes County where Tracy learned to love farm work alongside Wayne as they helped a number of farmers. Following his death in June 2003, she moved back to North Platte.

In her teens, Tracy was a member of the original Sixth Street Belles softball, which earned state titles from 1976-1980. She later volunteered for the Platte Valley Girls Softball Association. She also helped with the Special Olympics.&nbsp;

Tracy continued to be an avid sports fan throughout her life and enjoyed rooting for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She also considered herself a Wallace Wildcat and Chadron Cardinal as she cheered on great-nephews Kaden, Kolton, Sawyer, great-niece Kiera and their teammates. She enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with her dog, Galaxy, running the track on her four-wheeler.&nbsp;

Survivors include brothers Steven (Vikki) Pratt, Michael (Merideth) Pratt, all of North Platte and their children Joell Navarette Pratt, Dezrae and Brittany Herrick and Zack, Brianna, Brendan, Shane and Jordan Pratt; Brother-in-law Terry (Vonda) Morehead of Wallace; nieces Cricket (Justin) Haag and their children Sawyer and Kiera of Chadron; Robin (Gary) Hager and their children Kaden and Kolton of Wallace; Bambi (Mike) Eitel of Denver; uncle and aunt Richard and Teresa Pratt of North Platte; Clifford and Susan Pratt of Sterling, CO and Tom ‘Clay’ and Linda Pratt of Custer, SD and numerous other relatives and friends.

Besides Wayne, she was preceded in death by her parents Ernie and Sandy Pratt; brother, William Earnest, Jr.; mother-in-law Ruth Morehead; grandparents William and Ruby Pratt, and Lester and Lillian Jones.

Following cremation, a memorial service will be at Wallace Methodist Church on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. Inurnment will follow at the Morning View Cemetery in Wallace. Pastor Shannon Williams will officiate.

The memorial book may be signed on Feb. 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street, North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements. Memorials in her name may be sent to 305 N. Schiller Ave., Wallace, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Tracy Lillian (Pratt) Morehead, 61, of North Platte passed away at her home Feb. 3, 2024.Tracy was born April 5, 1962, to William Ernest and Sandra Lillian (Jones) Pratt. After graduating from North Platte High School in 1980, she attended Chadron State College and was on the softball team.On June 29, 1985, Tracy married her soul mate, Wayne E. Morehead, in North Platte. The couple lived in rural Hayes County where Tracy learned to love farm work alongside Wayne as they helped a number of farmers. Following his death in June 2003, she moved back to North Platte.In her teens, Tracy was a member of the original Sixth Street Belles softball, which earned state titles from 1976-1980. She later volunteered for the Platte Valley Girls Softball Association. She also helped with the Special Olympics.&nbsp;Tracy continued to be an avid sports fan throughout her life and enjoyed rooting for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She also considered herself a Wallace Wildcat and Chadron Cardinal as she cheered on great-nephews Kaden, Kolton, Sawyer, great-niece Kiera and their teammates. She enjoyed hunting and being outdoors with her dog, Galaxy, running the track on her four-wheeler.&nbsp;Survivors include brothers Steven (Vikki) Pratt, Michael (Merideth) Pratt, all of North Platte and their children Joell Navarette Pratt, Dezrae and Brittany Herrick and Zack, Brianna, Brendan, Shane and Jordan Pratt; Brother-in-law Terry (Vonda) Morehead of Wallace; nieces Cricket (Justin) Haag and their children Sawyer and Kiera of Chadron; Robin (Gary) Hager and their children Kaden and Kolton of Wallace; Bambi (Mike) Eitel of Denver; uncle and aunt Richard and Teresa Pratt of North Platte; Clifford and Susan Pratt of Sterling, CO and Tom ‘Clay’ and Linda Pratt of Custer, SD and numerous other relatives and friends.Besides Wayne, she was preceded in death by her parents Ernie and Sandy Pratt; brother, William Earnest, Jr.; mother-in-law Ruth Morehead; grandparents William and Ruby Pratt, and Lester and Lillian Jones.Following cremation, a memorial service will be at Wallace Methodist Church on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. Inurnment will follow at the Morning View Cemetery in Wallace. Pastor Shannon Williams will officiate.The memorial book may be signed on Feb. 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home, 421 West 4th Street, North Platte, which is in charge of arrangements. Memorials in her name may be sent to 305 N. Schiller Ave., Wallace, Nebraska.

Tracy Lillian Morehead (1962-2024)

Kenneth &nbsp;Sheffield, 75, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died February 6, 2024 in Gothenburg, NE.

He was born April 29, 1948 in Gothenburg, NE, son of Verlo and Alice (Garrelts) Sheffield.&nbsp;

On October 12, 1968 he married his long time wife of 55 years, Donna (Wooldridge) Sheffield. To this union four children were born: Jesse, Jennifer, Travis and Ashley.&nbsp;

Kenny attended trade school for carpentry. Four years later, he was a master at his trade. As he built several homes, remodeled and any creative projects his wife and kids would request of him. Also discovered a high interest in building cremation urns. He also enjoyed trapping, was an avid collector, and in his early years raising coon hounds and coon hunting. &nbsp;He felt being a grandpa was his greatest accomplishment and loved spending time with his grandkids.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his wife Donna, daughter Jennifer Doxzon (Shane), son Travis Sheffield, daughter Ashley Garza (David). Grandchildren J.T., Josie, Chauncey, Taylor, Skylar and Alice. Sister Connie Jacob, aunt Linda (Bill) Hughes, uncle Glenn Garrelts. Family friend Greg Maurer. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Jesse Sheffield.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, at the &nbsp;Presbyterian Church, March 8, 2024, with Pastor David Boyd officiating.

Memorials may be sent to the family for later designation. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Kenneth &nbsp;Sheffield, 75, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died February 6, 2024 in Gothenburg, NE.He was born April 29, 1948 in Gothenburg, NE, son of Verlo and Alice (Garrelts) Sheffield.&nbsp;On October 12, 1968 he married his long time wife of 55 years, Donna (Wooldridge) Sheffield. To this union four children were born: Jesse, Jennifer, Travis and Ashley.&nbsp;Kenny attended trade school for carpentry. Four years later, he was a master at his trade. As he built several homes, remodeled and any creative projects his wife and kids would request of him. Also discovered a high interest in building cremation urns. He also enjoyed trapping, was an avid collector, and in his early years raising coon hounds and coon hunting. &nbsp;He felt being a grandpa was his greatest accomplishment and loved spending time with his grandkids.&nbsp;Survivors include: his wife Donna, daughter Jennifer Doxzon (Shane), son Travis Sheffield, daughter Ashley Garza (David). Grandchildren J.T., Josie, Chauncey, Taylor, Skylar and Alice. Sister Connie Jacob, aunt Linda (Bill) Hughes, uncle Glenn Garrelts. Family friend Greg Maurer. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Jesse Sheffield.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am, at the &nbsp;Presbyterian Church, March 8, 2024, with Pastor David Boyd officiating.Memorials may be sent to the family for later designation. &nbsp;

Kenneth Sheffield (1948-2024)

Dennis P. Stevens age 81 of Broken Bow died January 29, 2024, at the Arbor Care Center in Ord.

Funeral services will be held on February 10, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church in Broken Bow with Reverend Becky Dobitsch officiating. &nbsp;The burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery. &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow is in charge of the arrangements. &nbsp;A visitation will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Custer County Foundation for the Stevens Family Scholarship. &nbsp; Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dennis Stevens was born on December 13, 1942, at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Dr. “Steve” Howard Brooks and Maurine (Carothers) Stevens. &nbsp; Dennis attended school in Broken Bow and graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1962. &nbsp;After high school, he attended Kearney State College, and the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where he attended courses in general studies and psychology. &nbsp;

Dennis worked at various places through the years. &nbsp; He worked with the mentally ill in Kansas City, with troubled youth in Kearney, and went to Taiwan for a short time and taught English. &nbsp;In later years Dennis returned to Broken Bow to care for his aging mother. &nbsp;

Dennis enjoyed history. &nbsp;He read and was well-informed on the US Navy and all the battles during WWII. &nbsp;He could tell you about every ship and every plane that was on them. &nbsp;Dennis could discuss in depth the battles and where they took place. &nbsp;Politics was also of interest to Dennis. &nbsp;He was greatly concerned about the future of small farmers and the middle class of America. &nbsp; Dennis truly believed in equality for all. &nbsp;

Survivors include his brother Tom Stevens of Tucson, AZ, a sister Martha Stevens of Granite Falls, WA, and a sister-in-law Diana Stevens. &nbsp;

Dennis P. Stevens age 81 of Broken Bow died January 29, 2024, at the Arbor Care Center in Ord.Funeral services will be held on February 10, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church in Broken Bow with Reverend Becky Dobitsch officiating. &nbsp;The burial will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery. &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow is in charge of the arrangements. &nbsp;A visitation will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Custer County Foundation for the Stevens Family Scholarship. &nbsp; Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Dennis Stevens was born on December 13, 1942, at Broken Bow, Nebraska to Dr. “Steve” Howard Brooks and Maurine (Carothers) Stevens. &nbsp; Dennis attended school in Broken Bow and graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1962. &nbsp;After high school, he attended Kearney State College, and the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where he attended courses in general studies and psychology. &nbsp;Dennis worked at various places through the years. &nbsp; He worked with the mentally ill in Kansas City, with troubled youth in Kearney, and went to Taiwan for a short time and taught English. &nbsp;In later years Dennis returned to Broken Bow to care for his aging mother. &nbsp;Dennis enjoyed history. &nbsp;He read and was well-informed on the US Navy and all the battles during WWII. &nbsp;He could tell you about every ship and every plane that was on them. &nbsp;Dennis could discuss in depth the battles and where they took place. &nbsp;Politics was also of interest to Dennis. &nbsp;He was greatly concerned about the future of small farmers and the middle class of America. &nbsp; Dennis truly believed in equality for all. &nbsp;Survivors include his brother Tom Stevens of Tucson, AZ, a sister Martha Stevens of Granite Falls, WA, and a sister-in-law Diana Stevens. &nbsp;

Dennis Stevens (1942-2024)

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret Rosalie (Schaad) Burton, age 99 passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Good Life Center in Callaway, Nebraska.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born September 26, 1924, at the family farm on Cliff Table ten miles west of Merna. She was the third of eight children born to Fred and Esther May (Runkey) Schaad. &nbsp;As a young girl Margaret placed her faith in Jesus through the influence of a godly mother and teaching she received at Cliff Union Church.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret received her elementary education K-8th grade at Fairview, a one-room schoolhouse 1 ½ mile from the family farm. &nbsp; She attended Merna High School, graduating in 1942. She was married to Ira Sylvester Burton Jr.&nbsp; on August 28, 1944.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Ira of 51 years on December 27, 1995. &nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister Phyllis, brother Elwin Schaad, sister Lucille Minnick, brother Leroy Schaad, sister Flora Belle Schaad, brother Leland Schaad, and sister Alice Schaad.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by a son Dr. Lloyd Burton and wife Sandra of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughter Carol Williams and husband Ross of Eddyville, Nebraska, son Clifton Burton and wife Anne of Ozark, Missouri, and daughter Beverly Jensen and husband Terry, of Broken Bow. Ten grandchildren, Bryce (Diana) Williams of Eddyville, Nebraska Laurel Jensen (Jason) Kuskie of Broken Bow, Nebraska Eric (Stacey) Burton of Palmer Lake, Colorado Ira Greg (Tara) Williams of Broken Bow, Nebraska Chris (Stephanie) Jensen of Blanco, Texas Matthew Burton of Lincoln, Nebraska Alex (Melanie) Burton of Colorado, Springs, Colorado Neil Burton of Lincoln, Nebraska Tyce (Bethany) Jensen of Broken Bow, Nebraska Lindie Jensen (Adam) Patterson of Columbia Falls, Montana, Twenty five great-grandchildren and seven great-great Grandsons, Sister-in-law Carol Schaad of Des Moines, Iowa, and a host of nieces and nephews. Also included are close friends and neighbors of many years Dean &amp; Sharon Fox of Kearney, NE.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services for Margaret will be held Friday, February 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Berean Bible Church in Broken Bow, NE with Tyce Jensen officiating. The burial will be in the Merna Cemetery led by Larry DeMoss. Memorials given will be designated to a Christian Ministry(s) by the family. A visitation will be held Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE and with the family receiving friends 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret Rosalie (Schaad) Burton, age 99 passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Good Life Center in Callaway, Nebraska.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was born September 26, 1924, at the family farm on Cliff Table ten miles west of Merna. She was the third of eight children born to Fred and Esther May (Runkey) Schaad. &nbsp;As a young girl Margaret placed her faith in Jesus through the influence of a godly mother and teaching she received at Cliff Union Church.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret received her elementary education K-8th grade at Fairview, a one-room schoolhouse 1 ½ mile from the family farm. &nbsp; She attended Merna High School, graduating in 1942. She was married to Ira Sylvester Burton Jr.&nbsp; on August 28, 1944.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Ira of 51 years on December 27, 1995. &nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister Phyllis, brother Elwin Schaad, sister Lucille Minnick, brother Leroy Schaad, sister Flora Belle Schaad, brother Leland Schaad, and sister Alice Schaad.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She is survived by a son Dr. Lloyd Burton and wife Sandra of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughter Carol Williams and husband Ross of Eddyville, Nebraska, son Clifton Burton and wife Anne of Ozark, Missouri, and daughter Beverly Jensen and husband Terry, of Broken Bow. Ten grandchildren, Bryce (Diana) Williams of Eddyville, Nebraska Laurel Jensen (Jason) Kuskie of Broken Bow, Nebraska Eric (Stacey) Burton of Palmer Lake, Colorado Ira Greg (Tara) Williams of Broken Bow, Nebraska Chris (Stephanie) Jensen of Blanco, Texas Matthew Burton of Lincoln, Nebraska Alex (Melanie) Burton of Colorado, Springs, Colorado Neil Burton of Lincoln, Nebraska Tyce (Bethany) Jensen of Broken Bow, Nebraska Lindie Jensen (Adam) Patterson of Columbia Falls, Montana, Twenty five great-grandchildren and seven great-great Grandsons, Sister-in-law Carol Schaad of Des Moines, Iowa, and a host of nieces and nephews. Also included are close friends and neighbors of many years Dean &amp; Sharon Fox of Kearney, NE.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services for Margaret will be held Friday, February 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Berean Bible Church in Broken Bow, NE with Tyce Jensen officiating. The burial will be in the Merna Cemetery led by Larry DeMoss. Memorials given will be designated to a Christian Ministry(s) by the family. A visitation will be held Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE and with the family receiving friends 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. &nbsp;Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>

Margaret Burton (1924-2024)

Larry David Fisher, 79, of North Platte, passed away February 5, 2024 at UNMC in Omaha. &nbsp;He was born on October 5, 1944 to Ora and Bessie (Webster) Fisher in Cambridge.

Larry graduated from Indianola High School with the class of 1962 and then attended Milford Vo-Tech for automotive technology. &nbsp;Larry married Charlotte Burton on December 27, 1964 in Bartley, and they lived in North Platte. &nbsp;They moved to McCook where Larry worked for Bob Cobb Chevy until 1974 and then moved back to North Platte. &nbsp;Larry hired on at Union Pacific Railroad in 1978 with Maintenance of Way and also taught at Mid Plains Community College in engine repair for many years.

Larry and Charlotte were tour guides across the country on many trips with Diamond Tours and Elite Tours. &nbsp;He loved his grandchildren very much and opened “Grandpa Day Care” where he cooked for the first time. &nbsp;Larry hunted and fished in his younger years. &nbsp;He was a very good mechanic, always helping friends and family with their vehicles. &nbsp;Larry was always helping family with any project they had going on. &nbsp;Larry was a member of Church of Christ and was very active in helping the church with many projects. &nbsp;He served 25 years in the Army Reserves.

Survivors include wife, Charlotte of North Platte; sons, Lanny Fisher of North Platte, Kurt (Cara) Fisher of Juanita, Jeff (Holly) Fisher of Salida, CO; grandchildren, Cassie (Sam) Verga of New Jersey, Jordan Fisher of Iowa City, IA, Mercedes (Michael) Lindgren of Lincoln, Alexis (Kaden Evans) Fisher of Lincoln, Jenna Fisher of Juanita, Tatum Fisher of Missoula, MT, Hudson Fisher of Salida, CO, Cooper Fisher of Salida, CO; great grandchildren, Sonny, Andrew, and Luke; siblings, Jean Sughroue of Cambridge, Denny (Susan) Peltz of Lincoln; sister-in-law, Patsy Tines of Gretna; numerous other family members and many friends.

Preceding Larry in death were his parents, Ora and Bessie; brothers, Gale Tines, Raymond (Patsy) Fisher.

Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Youth Camps. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Church of Christ with Pastor Ned Cooper officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held noon-7:00, with family present 5:00-7:00, Friday, February 9, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry David Fisher, 79, of North Platte, passed away February 5, 2024 at UNMC in Omaha. &nbsp;He was born on October 5, 1944 to Ora and Bessie (Webster) Fisher in Cambridge.Larry graduated from Indianola High School with the class of 1962 and then attended Milford Vo-Tech for automotive technology. &nbsp;Larry married Charlotte Burton on December 27, 1964 in Bartley, and they lived in North Platte. &nbsp;They moved to McCook where Larry worked for Bob Cobb Chevy until 1974 and then moved back to North Platte. &nbsp;Larry hired on at Union Pacific Railroad in 1978 with Maintenance of Way and also taught at Mid Plains Community College in engine repair for many years.Larry and Charlotte were tour guides across the country on many trips with Diamond Tours and Elite Tours. &nbsp;He loved his grandchildren very much and opened “Grandpa Day Care” where he cooked for the first time. &nbsp;Larry hunted and fished in his younger years. &nbsp;He was a very good mechanic, always helping friends and family with their vehicles. &nbsp;Larry was always helping family with any project they had going on. &nbsp;Larry was a member of Church of Christ and was very active in helping the church with many projects. &nbsp;He served 25 years in the Army Reserves.Survivors include wife, Charlotte of North Platte; sons, Lanny Fisher of North Platte, Kurt (Cara) Fisher of Juanita, Jeff (Holly) Fisher of Salida, CO; grandchildren, Cassie (Sam) Verga of New Jersey, Jordan Fisher of Iowa City, IA, Mercedes (Michael) Lindgren of Lincoln, Alexis (Kaden Evans) Fisher of Lincoln, Jenna Fisher of Juanita, Tatum Fisher of Missoula, MT, Hudson Fisher of Salida, CO, Cooper Fisher of Salida, CO; great grandchildren, Sonny, Andrew, and Luke; siblings, Jean Sughroue of Cambridge, Denny (Susan) Peltz of Lincoln; sister-in-law, Patsy Tines of Gretna; numerous other family members and many friends.Preceding Larry in death were his parents, Ora and Bessie; brothers, Gale Tines, Raymond (Patsy) Fisher.Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Youth Camps. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Church of Christ with Pastor Ned Cooper officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held noon-7:00, with family present 5:00-7:00, Friday, February 9, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Larry David Fisher (1944-2024)

Darrin Padgett, 63, of Ogallala, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the Ogallala Community Hospital.

Born on August 14, 1960, in Julesburg, Colorado, to Wilton and Vauni C. Padgett, Darrin was a proud graduate of Julesburg High School, class of 1978. He found his lifelong love in Tammy Jo Frickey. They wed on June 27, 1981, and together, they shared over 42 years of marriage. It was a journey of many adventures, trials, and triumphs. Their love of Jesus got them through it all.

Darrin dedicated 45 years of service to Tallgrass Energy Natural Gas Pipeline, where his hard work and industriousness were appreciated. He loved his job and did it well.

Darrin was incredibly handy, and could seemingly fix anything. He enjoyed home remodel projects and had a knack and joy for working on cars. He also had a love for cooking, reading, Legos, and learning. He was a shameless Trekkie. He liked watching football and was a faithful Broncos fan. Darrin was a collector of tools and gadgets. You could often find him shopping the clearance isles for the next great bargain. He enjoyed lake time and camping. He and Tam often found themselves ministering to many strangers in conversations, sharing the love of Christ, giving boat and jet ski rides.

Darrin was cherished for his cheerful spirit, always ready with a joke or a tease, yet his heart was ever inclined towards his faith and family. His enduring love and patience with his sons was unmatched. His grandchildren brought much joy and laughter to his life. He also loved all his pets, they were a joy and comfort to him.

He was a follower of Christ, blessed with a remarkable testimony of faith, a servant's heart, and a gift of mercy. His spiritual gifts shined through his mission trips to Poland, church youth group, organizing the church's men's breakfast, and serving in the Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered recovery program for many years.

Despite health challenges, Darrin's faith only strengthened, making him a mentor and spiritual father to many. His ability to model God's unconditional love and his eagerness to share his faith were hallmarks of his character. Even in the face of illness, Darrin encouraged others, touching many lives through his journey. His legacy is one of love, faith, and perseverance. Darrin has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those he encountered.

Darrin was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Vauni; a brother, Frederick; and father-in-law, Ronnie Frickey.

Survivors include his wife, Tammy of Ogallala; one son, Nathan Padgett; two spiritual sons, Dustin Owens and Bradley Coyne; foster sons, Ricky Beck, Timmy Copper, and Clarence Alspaugh; grandchildren, Korbyn Herrick, Braeylee Herrick, Nathan Padgett, and Bentley Luebbe; sister, Lynette Fowler; step-mother, Margaret Padgett; step-brothers, James J. (Maryann) Parker IV, and William Eric (Colleen) Parker; mother-in-law, Sharon Frickey; brother-in-law, John (Katie) Frickey; sister-in-law, Candace (Ben) Troxel; along with many nieces, nephews, great-neices and nephews, cousins, and friends.

Memorials are suggested to the New Hope Building Fund in Darrin's memory where he was a member. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 10:30 am at New Hope Church with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.

Memorial book signing with family receiving friends will be on Friday, from 4 pm until 6 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.

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 <figcaption>Darrin Padgett</figcaption>
 </figure>Darrin Padgett, 63, of Ogallala, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the Ogallala Community Hospital.Born on August 14, 1960, in Julesburg, Colorado, to Wilton and Vauni C. Padgett, Darrin was a proud graduate of Julesburg High School, class of 1978. He found his lifelong love in Tammy Jo Frickey. They wed on June 27, 1981, and together, they shared over 42 years of marriage. It was a journey of many adventures, trials, and triumphs. Their love of Jesus got them through it all.Darrin dedicated 45 years of service to Tallgrass Energy Natural Gas Pipeline, where his hard work and industriousness were appreciated. He loved his job and did it well.Darrin was incredibly handy, and could seemingly fix anything. He enjoyed home remodel projects and had a knack and joy for working on cars. He also had a love for cooking, reading, Legos, and learning. He was a shameless Trekkie. He liked watching football and was a faithful Broncos fan. Darrin was a collector of tools and gadgets. You could often find him shopping the clearance isles for the next great bargain. He enjoyed lake time and camping. He and Tam often found themselves ministering to many strangers in conversations, sharing the love of Christ, giving boat and jet ski rides.Darrin was cherished for his cheerful spirit, always ready with a joke or a tease, yet his heart was ever inclined towards his faith and family. His enduring love and patience with his sons was unmatched. His grandchildren brought much joy and laughter to his life. He also loved all his pets, they were a joy and comfort to him.He was a follower of Christ, blessed with a remarkable testimony of faith, a servant's heart, and a gift of mercy. His spiritual gifts shined through his mission trips to Poland, church youth group, organizing the church's men's breakfast, and serving in the Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered recovery program for many years.Despite health challenges, Darrin's faith only strengthened, making him a mentor and spiritual father to many. His ability to model God's unconditional love and his eagerness to share his faith were hallmarks of his character. Even in the face of illness, Darrin encouraged others, touching many lives through his journey. His legacy is one of love, faith, and perseverance. Darrin has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those he encountered.Darrin was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Vauni; a brother, Frederick; and father-in-law, Ronnie Frickey.Survivors include his wife, Tammy of Ogallala; one son, Nathan Padgett; two spiritual sons, Dustin Owens and Bradley Coyne; foster sons, Ricky Beck, Timmy Copper, and Clarence Alspaugh; grandchildren, Korbyn Herrick, Braeylee Herrick, Nathan Padgett, and Bentley Luebbe; sister, Lynette Fowler; step-mother, Margaret Padgett; step-brothers, James J. (Maryann) Parker IV, and William Eric (Colleen) Parker; mother-in-law, Sharon Frickey; brother-in-law, John (Katie) Frickey; sister-in-law, Candace (Ben) Troxel; along with many nieces, nephews, great-neices and nephews, cousins, and friends.Memorials are suggested to the New Hope Building Fund in Darrin's memory where he was a member. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 10:30 am at New Hope Church with Pastor Matt Waitley officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.Memorial book signing with family receiving friends will be on Friday, from 4 pm until 6 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Darrin A Padgett (1960-2024)

Verna Louise Price, 78, of North Platte, passed away February 4, 2024 at home. &nbsp;She was born on January 25, 1946 to Lenard and Mabel (Miller) Johnston in North Platte.

Verna graduated from Hershey High School with the class of 1964. &nbsp;She married Gary N. Price on February 3, 1968 in Brady. &nbsp;Verna was a loving wife, sister (the oldest of eight children), and mother of four. &nbsp;She and her husband traveled to all 50 states selling screen print items and scrubbies. &nbsp;Verna was a cook and waitress at Dog &amp; Suds, Hershey Truck Stop, Parrs I-80, and Golden Corral. &nbsp;She also worked as a CNA at Sutherland Nursing Home and North Platte Care Center. &nbsp;

Survivors include husband, Gary Price of North Platte; daughter, Shauna (Jimmie “Eric” Crudup) Price McMorris of North Platte; son, Steven (Brenda Yott) Price of Sutherland; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Price of Geneva; sisters, Colleen (Don) Dubry of North Platte, Gaylene (Bob) Lueck of Lexington; brothers, Gary (Anna) Johnston of Texas, Stan (Donna) Johnston of Texas, Dennis (Melody) Johnston of Florida, Doug (Barb) Johnston of North Platte; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren.

Verna is preceded in death by her parents, Lenard and Mable Johnston; daughter, Sherry R. &nbsp;(Price) Grandle; son, Shane N. Price; sister, Cheryl Johnston.

Memorials are suggested to the family in Verna’s name. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Friday, February 9, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Job Vigil officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery in Maxwell. &nbsp;Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 5:00-7:00, Thursday, February, 8, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Verna Louise Price, 78, of North Platte, passed away February 4, 2024 at home. &nbsp;She was born on January 25, 1946 to Lenard and Mabel (Miller) Johnston in North Platte.Verna graduated from Hershey High School with the class of 1964. &nbsp;She married Gary N. Price on February 3, 1968 in Brady. &nbsp;Verna was a loving wife, sister (the oldest of eight children), and mother of four. &nbsp;She and her husband traveled to all 50 states selling screen print items and scrubbies. &nbsp;Verna was a cook and waitress at Dog &amp; Suds, Hershey Truck Stop, Parrs I-80, and Golden Corral. &nbsp;She also worked as a CNA at Sutherland Nursing Home and North Platte Care Center. &nbsp;Survivors include husband, Gary Price of North Platte; daughter, Shauna (Jimmie “Eric” Crudup) Price McMorris of North Platte; son, Steven (Brenda Yott) Price of Sutherland; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Price of Geneva; sisters, Colleen (Don) Dubry of North Platte, Gaylene (Bob) Lueck of Lexington; brothers, Gary (Anna) Johnston of Texas, Stan (Donna) Johnston of Texas, Dennis (Melody) Johnston of Florida, Doug (Barb) Johnston of North Platte; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren.Verna is preceded in death by her parents, Lenard and Mable Johnston; daughter, Sherry R. &nbsp;(Price) Grandle; son, Shane N. Price; sister, Cheryl Johnston.Memorials are suggested to the family in Verna’s name. &nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Friday, February 9, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with Job Vigil officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery in Maxwell. &nbsp;Visitation will be held noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 5:00-7:00, Thursday, February, 8, 2024 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Verna Louise Price (1946-2024)

Marian F. Patterson, age&nbsp; 88, of Valentine, Nebraska, passed away, at Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala, Nebraska on Monday, February. 5, 2024.

Marian was born November 24, 1935, in Gothenburg, Nebraska to Hiddie and Edna (Feis) Kuhlman.&nbsp; She grew up on the family farm three miles outside of Gothenburg.

Marian attended school in Gothenburg and after graduation, she worked as a school secretary until 1956.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Ronald H. Patterson, Jr. in Gothenburg on June 2, 1956. The couple moved to California so Ronald could finish his basic training as a United States Marine.&nbsp; In 1959 they moved to Benkelman, Nebraska where her husband taught business courses at the high school.&nbsp; In 1963 Ronald re-enlisted in the Marine Corps as a captain and the family of four moved to California.&nbsp; From 1963 until 1976, the family of four lived in Stafford, VA, Virginia Beach, VA, Hampton, VA and in Jacksonville, NC, and Camp LeJeune, NC.&nbsp; Also twice during that time, they lived in Gothenburg when Ronald was deployed overseas for a 1-year tour in 1964 and also in 1969.

As a major, Ronald retired from the military after 20 years of service in 1976 and they moved back to Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; Marian worked at the Gothenburg State Bank and the Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce until she retired in 1999.&nbsp;

Marian loved to spend time with her family, paint, play bridge, and travel.&nbsp;Marian is survived by her daughter, Lynn (Kim) Channer of Arthur, Nebraska; son, Jeffrey Patterson of Valentine, Nebraska; grandchildren, Corey Patterson of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kelsey (Walter) Carr of Whitman, Nebraska, and Kasey Channer of Kearney, Nebraska; great-grandson Cayston Patterson of Rock Springs, Wyoming.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and son-in-law, Kim Channer.

&nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the Arthur Baptist Church with Rev. Blake Wilkes officiating.

&nbsp;A Private Family interment will take place in Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, NE.

A memorial has been established for The Arthur Ladies Auxiliary in Arthur, NE, or The Presbyterian Church in Valentine, NE.

Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

Services will be live-streamed on www.drauckerfh.com.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707407436965.jpeg" alt="Marian Patterson" />
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 </figure>Marian F. Patterson, age&nbsp; 88, of Valentine, Nebraska, passed away, at Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala, Nebraska on Monday, February. 5, 2024.Marian was born November 24, 1935, in Gothenburg, Nebraska to Hiddie and Edna (Feis) Kuhlman.&nbsp; She grew up on the family farm three miles outside of Gothenburg.Marian attended school in Gothenburg and after graduation, she worked as a school secretary until 1956.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Ronald H. Patterson, Jr. in Gothenburg on June 2, 1956. The couple moved to California so Ronald could finish his basic training as a United States Marine.&nbsp; In 1959 they moved to Benkelman, Nebraska where her husband taught business courses at the high school.&nbsp; In 1963 Ronald re-enlisted in the Marine Corps as a captain and the family of four moved to California.&nbsp; From 1963 until 1976, the family of four lived in Stafford, VA, Virginia Beach, VA, Hampton, VA and in Jacksonville, NC, and Camp LeJeune, NC.&nbsp; Also twice during that time, they lived in Gothenburg when Ronald was deployed overseas for a 1-year tour in 1964 and also in 1969.As a major, Ronald retired from the military after 20 years of service in 1976 and they moved back to Gothenburg, Nebraska.&nbsp; Marian worked at the Gothenburg State Bank and the Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce until she retired in 1999.&nbsp;Marian loved to spend time with her family, paint, play bridge, and travel.&nbsp;Marian is survived by her daughter, Lynn (Kim) Channer of Arthur, Nebraska; son, Jeffrey Patterson of Valentine, Nebraska; grandchildren, Corey Patterson of Rock Springs, Wyoming, Kelsey (Walter) Carr of Whitman, Nebraska, and Kasey Channer of Kearney, Nebraska; great-grandson Cayston Patterson of Rock Springs, Wyoming.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and son-in-law, Kim Channer.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the Arthur Baptist Church with Rev. Blake Wilkes officiating.&nbsp;A Private Family interment will take place in Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, NE.A memorial has been established for The Arthur Ladies Auxiliary in Arthur, NE, or The Presbyterian Church in Valentine, NE.Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.Services will be live-streamed on www.drauckerfh.com.

Marian Patterson (1935-2024)

Mario Prado Reyes, 25, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, in his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 1, 1998, in Lexington, Nebraska to Ramiro Prado-Ceja and Emilia Reyes de Prado. He attended public school in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 2017.

What truly set Mario apart was his outgoing personality and his willingness to embrace new experiences. He had an adventurous spirit and loved trying new types of food. Mario always took the opportunity to travel to Michoacan, Mexico with his family and enjoy some quality time. One of Mario's greatest joys came from spending time with his family. Whether it was gathering around a campfire during a camping trip or simply sharing precious moments at home with everyone. Mario's biggest supporter and best friend was his mom. She took great care of her son and always supported him in whatever he wanted to do. One of Mario's greatest joys was the day he became a father to Matteo. He held a special place in his heart for his son. Playing together and creating lasting memories were sources of great happiness for them both.&nbsp;

Mario was deeply committed to the church and his faith was unwavering. His devotion to God guided him through the darkest hours of his battle with cancer. Throughout the four years since his diagnosis, Mario displayed remarkable strength and resilience. He never gave up hope and fought bravely. He will be greatly missed.

Those left to honor his memory are his parents, Ramiro Prado Ceja and Emilia Reyes de Prado of Lexington; brothers, Arturo (Monica) Prado-Reyes of Lexington, David (Geylin) Prado-Reyes of Kearney, and Jesus Prado-Reyes of Lexington; his son, Matteo Prado of Lexington; niece, Millie Prado-Mendez; nephews, Zlatan Arturo Prado and Rey Prado-Mendez, as well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Diego Reyes and Rosalina Serrano, paternal grandparents, Jose Prado and Angelina Ceja, and his older brother, Ramiro Prado Reyes.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez, officiating.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. with a rosary to follow at 7 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707256611346.jpeg" alt="Mario Prado-Reyes" />
 <figcaption>Mario Prado-Reyes</figcaption>
 </figure>Mario Prado Reyes, 25, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, in his home surrounded by his family.He was born on October 1, 1998, in Lexington, Nebraska to Ramiro Prado-Ceja and Emilia Reyes de Prado. He attended public school in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 2017.What truly set Mario apart was his outgoing personality and his willingness to embrace new experiences. He had an adventurous spirit and loved trying new types of food. Mario always took the opportunity to travel to Michoacan, Mexico with his family and enjoy some quality time. One of Mario's greatest joys came from spending time with his family. Whether it was gathering around a campfire during a camping trip or simply sharing precious moments at home with everyone. Mario's biggest supporter and best friend was his mom. She took great care of her son and always supported him in whatever he wanted to do. One of Mario's greatest joys was the day he became a father to Matteo. He held a special place in his heart for his son. Playing together and creating lasting memories were sources of great happiness for them both.&nbsp;Mario was deeply committed to the church and his faith was unwavering. His devotion to God guided him through the darkest hours of his battle with cancer. Throughout the four years since his diagnosis, Mario displayed remarkable strength and resilience. He never gave up hope and fought bravely. He will be greatly missed.Those left to honor his memory are his parents, Ramiro Prado Ceja and Emilia Reyes de Prado of Lexington; brothers, Arturo (Monica) Prado-Reyes of Lexington, David (Geylin) Prado-Reyes of Kearney, and Jesus Prado-Reyes of Lexington; his son, Matteo Prado of Lexington; niece, Millie Prado-Mendez; nephews, Zlatan Arturo Prado and Rey Prado-Mendez, as well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Diego Reyes and Rosalina Serrano, paternal grandparents, Jose Prado and Angelina Ceja, and his older brother, Ramiro Prado Reyes.Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez, officiating.Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. with a rosary to follow at 7 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington.Burial will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery in Lexington.Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

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