Larry A. Small, 76, of North Platte passed away May 7, 2023 at Gothenburg Memorial Health Hospital. He was born June 24, 1946 to Floyd and Emma (Gerkin) Small in North Platte.

Larry was raised in North Platte and then drafted into the U.S. Navy. He served in the Vietnam War before hiring on to the Union Pacific Railroad for over 30 years, where he retired as a machinist in 2006. He met Donna Forrey on a race weekend at Kearney Raceway Park. They were married in 1981 and to this union one son was born, Dustin Small, in 1985. Larry also deeply loved his canine sons Jeffer, Rusty, Buddy, and JJ. Larry lived to go fast; his passion was race cars. He could always be found in his garage tinkering with engines, transmissions, carburetors, and anything else to find some extra speed for the coming race. Larry’s core group of family and friends were what was most important to him, he would give everything he had for those he loved. His fondest memories were of sailing the world with his Navy buddies, bantering with his Railroad buddies, and loading up the race car and traveling all over the country with his closest friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Small, North Platte; son, Dustin Small, Lincoln; siblings, Patty Collins, North Platte; Linda Wilson, North Platte; nephew Brad Willard, Colorado; and other family members and friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Floyd and Emma Small; nephew Brian Willard.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>&nbsp;.

Service will be held at 12:30, Monday, May 15th, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with burial following at 2:00 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Breen Sipes officiating. Casual dress is encouraged. Book signing will be from 9-5, Friday, May 12, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry A. Small, 76, of North Platte passed away May 7, 2023 at Gothenburg Memorial Health Hospital. He was born June 24, 1946 to Floyd and Emma (Gerkin) Small in North Platte.Larry was raised in North Platte and then drafted into the U.S. Navy. He served in the Vietnam War before hiring on to the Union Pacific Railroad for over 30 years, where he retired as a machinist in 2006. He met Donna Forrey on a race weekend at Kearney Raceway Park. They were married in 1981 and to this union one son was born, Dustin Small, in 1985. Larry also deeply loved his canine sons Jeffer, Rusty, Buddy, and JJ. Larry lived to go fast; his passion was race cars. He could always be found in his garage tinkering with engines, transmissions, carburetors, and anything else to find some extra speed for the coming race. Larry’s core group of family and friends were what was most important to him, he would give everything he had for those he loved. His fondest memories were of sailing the world with his Navy buddies, bantering with his Railroad buddies, and loading up the race car and traveling all over the country with his closest friends and family.He is survived by his wife, Donna Small, North Platte; son, Dustin Small, Lincoln; siblings, Patty Collins, North Platte; Linda Wilson, North Platte; nephew Brad Willard, Colorado; and other family members and friends.Preceding him in death are his parents, Floyd and Emma Small; nephew Brian Willard.Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be shared at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>&nbsp;.Service will be held at 12:30, Monday, May 15th, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home with burial following at 2:00 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with Pastor Breen Sipes officiating. Casual dress is encouraged. Book signing will be from 9-5, Friday, May 12, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.

Larry A. Small (1946-2023)

Veronica Gonzales Romans (93) was born on December 1, 1928, in Albuquerque, N.M. to Colastico Tais Sr (AKA Thais) and Rufina Armijo Tais. She passed peacefully on September 17, 2022, in Mesa Ariz., surrounded by loved ones. She will be laid to rest in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp;

Memorial Service will be Friday, May 12, 2023 at 2:00 pm at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Arnold.

Veronica grew up in Socorro and Hurley, New Mexico, moving at a young age to Los Angeles, California. She also lived in New York and lived in the Phoenix area, where she resided since 1966. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Colastico Tais, Jr. and Ernesto Thais and her sisters; Clara Nevarez, Elsie Borrell, Marian Vallejos, and Erlinda Thais. She is survived by her sisters; Rose Salas, Mary Ellen Arizaga, and Virginia Gonzales and many nieces and nephews.

She is also survived by her husband of three years, Duane Romans. Duane never left her side during her illness and on her last day. They enjoyed eight+ wonderful years together dancing, taking many trips to Nebraska and other vacation spots.

Veronica loved her large family and was always the center of attention because she was the second oldest of 10 children. She made friends easily and kept them for life.

Veronica was deeply religious. She was raised Catholic and had also attended Church of Christ. She believed in praying and calling God for help at her most trying times.

Special thanks to Veronica’s friend Roberta, whom she loved like a daughter, and to her nieces; Donna Lisa Ebler, Linda Thais, Sharon Garcia, Sara Keeton, Michelle Reckner and Rachel Tais, who visited her and prayed for her.

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 </figure>Veronica Gonzales Romans (93) was born on December 1, 1928, in Albuquerque, N.M. to Colastico Tais Sr (AKA Thais) and Rufina Armijo Tais. She passed peacefully on September 17, 2022, in Mesa Ariz., surrounded by loved ones. She will be laid to rest in Arnold, Nebraska.&nbsp;Memorial Service will be Friday, May 12, 2023 at 2:00 pm at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Arnold.Veronica grew up in Socorro and Hurley, New Mexico, moving at a young age to Los Angeles, California. She also lived in New York and lived in the Phoenix area, where she resided since 1966. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Colastico Tais, Jr. and Ernesto Thais and her sisters; Clara Nevarez, Elsie Borrell, Marian Vallejos, and Erlinda Thais. She is survived by her sisters; Rose Salas, Mary Ellen Arizaga, and Virginia Gonzales and many nieces and nephews.She is also survived by her husband of three years, Duane Romans. Duane never left her side during her illness and on her last day. They enjoyed eight+ wonderful years together dancing, taking many trips to Nebraska and other vacation spots.Veronica loved her large family and was always the center of attention because she was the second oldest of 10 children. She made friends easily and kept them for life.Veronica was deeply religious. She was raised Catholic and had also attended Church of Christ. She believed in praying and calling God for help at her most trying times.Special thanks to Veronica’s friend Roberta, whom she loved like a daughter, and to her nieces; Donna Lisa Ebler, Linda Thais, Sharon Garcia, Sara Keeton, Michelle Reckner and Rachel Tais, who visited her and prayed for her.

Veronica Gonzales Romans (1928-2022)

Sharon Koch passed away May 7, 2023 in Cozad at the age of 82.

Sharon Marie McNulty first saw the light of this world at the Harvey Hospital in Gothenburg, Nebraska on April 23, 1941. Born to loving parents, Everett and Elsye (Berryman) McNulty, Sharon soon arrived at the family home 10 miles northeast of Cozad. She loved living in the country and enjoyed riding and caring for her horses. Sharon attended Pine Ridge District 80 country school through the 8th grade, and graduated from Cozad High School in 1958. In August of 1958 she married Marvin Koch. They had 2 sons and a daughter together.

Sharon was baptized and confirmed in the Evangelical United Brethren Church, and has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Cozad since 1959.

Sharon Koch raised and loved Arabian horses, Collie dogs, and cats, especially Misty and Buddy. She lived in her home in the country for almost 50 years. She enjoyed growing large vegetable and flower gardens. Sharon was a member of the Sunny Susans 4-H club, Green Thumb Garden club, Modern Homemakers club, and Extension clubs. Sharon enjoyed crocheting afghans, cooking, baking (especially pies), and babysitting for others.

Sharon loved being a Mother, and raising her 3 kids. Each one of them knew they were loved dearly. She wrote long letters to her sons and daughter at least once a week, every week from the time they left home, starting 45 years ago.&nbsp;

Early in 1986, Clayton Hueftle asked Sharon out for a supper date. That was the beginning of a wonderful relationship of over 37 years.

Sharon is survived by her loving partner, Clayton Hueftle, her sons and daughters-in-law, Cory and Annette of Washington, Greg and Deb of Kansas, and her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Jeff Strong of Washington, 3 grandchildren, Tosha, Johnathon, and Jordan (Nancy), and 2 great grandchildren, Brandon and Athena.

Sharon is also survived by her sisters, Phyllis Stevenson of Cozad, and Janet Hand of North Carolina, sister-in-law, Connie McNulty of Cozad, and&nbsp;&nbsp;nephews, Mike and Jeff, and nieces, Debra, Lisa, Julie, and Alison.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Ralph, and brothers-in-laws, Billy Stevenson and Ev Hand.

Memorials are suggested to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fshdsociety.org/">www.fshdsociety.org</a>&nbsp;or the American Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Services will be held Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. at Cottonwood Cemetery. There will be no visitation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sharon Koch passed away May 7, 2023 in Cozad at the age of 82.Sharon Marie McNulty first saw the light of this world at the Harvey Hospital in Gothenburg, Nebraska on April 23, 1941. Born to loving parents, Everett and Elsye (Berryman) McNulty, Sharon soon arrived at the family home 10 miles northeast of Cozad. She loved living in the country and enjoyed riding and caring for her horses. Sharon attended Pine Ridge District 80 country school through the 8th grade, and graduated from Cozad High School in 1958. In August of 1958 she married Marvin Koch. They had 2 sons and a daughter together.Sharon was baptized and confirmed in the Evangelical United Brethren Church, and has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Cozad since 1959.Sharon Koch raised and loved Arabian horses, Collie dogs, and cats, especially Misty and Buddy. She lived in her home in the country for almost 50 years. She enjoyed growing large vegetable and flower gardens. Sharon was a member of the Sunny Susans 4-H club, Green Thumb Garden club, Modern Homemakers club, and Extension clubs. Sharon enjoyed crocheting afghans, cooking, baking (especially pies), and babysitting for others.Sharon loved being a Mother, and raising her 3 kids. Each one of them knew they were loved dearly. She wrote long letters to her sons and daughter at least once a week, every week from the time they left home, starting 45 years ago.&nbsp;Early in 1986, Clayton Hueftle asked Sharon out for a supper date. That was the beginning of a wonderful relationship of over 37 years.Sharon is survived by her loving partner, Clayton Hueftle, her sons and daughters-in-law, Cory and Annette of Washington, Greg and Deb of Kansas, and her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Jeff Strong of Washington, 3 grandchildren, Tosha, Johnathon, and Jordan (Nancy), and 2 great grandchildren, Brandon and Athena.Sharon is also survived by her sisters, Phyllis Stevenson of Cozad, and Janet Hand of North Carolina, sister-in-law, Connie McNulty of Cozad, and&nbsp;&nbsp;nephews, Mike and Jeff, and nieces, Debra, Lisa, Julie, and Alison.She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Ralph, and brothers-in-laws, Billy Stevenson and Ev Hand.Family meant everything to Sharon!Memorials are suggested to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fshdsociety.org/">www.fshdsociety.org</a>&nbsp;or the American Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Services will be held Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the American Lutheran Church with Pastor Kathy Gundell officiating. Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. at Cottonwood Cemetery. There will be no visitation.&nbsp;

Sharon Koch (1941-2023)

Edna “Joyce” Rimpley, 88, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, April 28th, 2023, at her home in Littleton, Colorado.

She was born February 24,1935 in Garryowen, MT to Jacob L. Reichert and Elizabeth Wirth Reichert. Having spent most of her life in Lexington, NE she graduated from Lexington High School and married Gordon E. Rimpley. They were married 64 years until his passing in 2018.

Joyce was an avid reader and enjoyed many hobbies.

Joyce is survived by her four children: Tim Rimpley of Lexington, Todd and Patty Rimpley of Lexington, Tamara Rimpley of Littleton, Colorado and Teresa Black Rimpley of Lexington; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild; and a brother, Junior L. Reichert of Fountain Valley, California.

A Celebration Of Life Service and Reception will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Eddie Mariel, officiating.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorials can be mailed to the “Lexington Community Foundation” for the Lexington Library in honor of her name; P.O. Box 422.

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

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 </figure>Edna “Joyce” Rimpley, 88, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, April 28th, 2023, at her home in Littleton, Colorado.She was born February 24,1935 in Garryowen, MT to Jacob L. Reichert and Elizabeth Wirth Reichert. Having spent most of her life in Lexington, NE she graduated from Lexington High School and married Gordon E. Rimpley. They were married 64 years until his passing in 2018.Joyce was an avid reader and enjoyed many hobbies.Joyce is survived by her four children: Tim Rimpley of Lexington, Todd and Patty Rimpley of Lexington, Tamara Rimpley of Littleton, Colorado and Teresa Black Rimpley of Lexington; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild; and a brother, Junior L. Reichert of Fountain Valley, California.A Celebration Of Life Service and Reception will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Eddie Mariel, officiating.In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorials can be mailed to the “Lexington Community Foundation” for the Lexington Library in honor of her name; P.O. Box 422.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Edna "Joyce" Rimpley (1935-2023)

&nbsp; Vernon Redler, age 81, of Ogallala, passed away on May 5, 2023, at the Imperial Manor, just one month after his beloved wife, Lois A. Redler. Vernon was born on March 13, 1942, in Petersburg, Nebraska, to Arthur and Agnes (Bender) Redler. He grew up in Atlantic, IA, and attended Atlantic High School. In March of 1964, Vernon entered the US Army and served in Vietnam as a heavy equipment operator. Following his discharge in February of 1966, Vernon returned home to Iowa. In October of 1967, Vernon married the love of his life, Lois A. Benedickt and their union was blessed with two children, Greg in 1968 and Bobbi Jo in 1969. Vernon enjoyed a successful career in construction, building homes in Denver before founding Redco Erectors, a company he operated for many years. As one of the top erectors in Denver, his business became the second-largest business of its kind in the city during its operation. Vernon's strong work ethic, dedication, and expertise in his field were admired by all who knew him. He was a perfectionist, and his attentiveness to detail was evident in everything he did. In 2016, Vernon and Lois settled in Ogallala to be closer to family. Most recently, he had been residing at the Imperial Manor. Vernon had a passion for working, hunting, and remodeling. Vernon was a spur-of-the-moment kind of personality, often starting big projects on a whim and at a moment's notice. His adventurous spirit and can-do attitude brought excitement and energy to those around him. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Agnes Redler; his wife, Lois A. Redler; siblings, Betty Lou Luetticke and George Redler; and brother-in-law, Jack Kostszewa. Survivors include his children, Greg Redler and Bobbi Jo Taylor, both of Ogallala; grandchildren, Keegan, Sara Jane, Gage, Mackenzie, and Emma Jo; great-grandchildren, Christopher and Novie; siblings, Marlene Kostszewa of La Palma, CA, LeeAnne (Rich) White and Sharon Hilton, both of Cheyenne, WY, and Joyce (Paul) Zielinski of Ogallala; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A memorial has been established in Vernon's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. A private graveside service with military honors will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell. A memorial book signing, with family receiving friends, will be held on Sunday, from 2 pm until 4 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Vernon Redler, age 81, of Ogallala, passed away on May 5, 2023, at the Imperial Manor, just one month after his beloved wife, Lois A. Redler. Vernon was born on March 13, 1942, in Petersburg, Nebraska, to Arthur and Agnes (Bender) Redler. He grew up in Atlantic, IA, and attended Atlantic High School. In March of 1964, Vernon entered the US Army and served in Vietnam as a heavy equipment operator. Following his discharge in February of 1966, Vernon returned home to Iowa. In October of 1967, Vernon married the love of his life, Lois A. Benedickt and their union was blessed with two children, Greg in 1968 and Bobbi Jo in 1969. Vernon enjoyed a successful career in construction, building homes in Denver before founding Redco Erectors, a company he operated for many years. As one of the top erectors in Denver, his business became the second-largest business of its kind in the city during its operation. Vernon's strong work ethic, dedication, and expertise in his field were admired by all who knew him. He was a perfectionist, and his attentiveness to detail was evident in everything he did. In 2016, Vernon and Lois settled in Ogallala to be closer to family. Most recently, he had been residing at the Imperial Manor. Vernon had a passion for working, hunting, and remodeling. Vernon was a spur-of-the-moment kind of personality, often starting big projects on a whim and at a moment's notice. His adventurous spirit and can-do attitude brought excitement and energy to those around him. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Agnes Redler; his wife, Lois A. Redler; siblings, Betty Lou Luetticke and George Redler; and brother-in-law, Jack Kostszewa. Survivors include his children, Greg Redler and Bobbi Jo Taylor, both of Ogallala; grandchildren, Keegan, Sara Jane, Gage, Mackenzie, and Emma Jo; great-grandchildren, Christopher and Novie; siblings, Marlene Kostszewa of La Palma, CA, LeeAnne (Rich) White and Sharon Hilton, both of Cheyenne, WY, and Joyce (Paul) Zielinski of Ogallala; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A memorial has been established in Vernon's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. A private graveside service with military honors will be held at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell. A memorial book signing, with family receiving friends, will be held on Sunday, from 2 pm until 4 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vernon A. Redler (1942-2023)

Kaylyn Anna Most, 32, from North Platte, passed away in Denver, Colorado on May 5, 2023. She was born June 23, 1990 in North Platte to Rick L. Most and Cindy Kay (Porter) Smith.

Kaylyn graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 2009. She then moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where she worked as a server at Outback Steakhouse. She was quickly promoted to manager and moved to Omaha, Nebraska. She later moved to Colorado and was a manager at Old Chicago. She became an avid Denver Broncos fan. Kaylyn was a beautiful and loving soul remembered by many as an intelligent and compassionate woman who loved music. Her son, Levi Anthony Jude Montoya, was the center of her life. He was her “Peanut” and the number one joy in her life. Kaylyn will always be remembered as a beloved daughter, sister, mother, companion and friend.

Survivors include her son, Levi, of Colorado; mother, Cindy (Jody) Smith, North Platte; father, Rick (Glenda) Most, Oklahoma; brothers, Levi Most, North Platte, Michael (Jodi) Smith, Gretna; grandparents, Harold Smith and Charlene Collins, North Platte; Jacque Jones, Arlet and Karen Most, Oklahoma; half-sister, Amber Most Eckert; partner, Adam Montoya and family, Hope, Jacque and Chris Montoya; aunts and uncles, David (Ann) Porter, Jeffrey (Luanne) Porter, Valjean Most, Wyatt (Wayne) Lewis, Jalene (Marty) Depperschmidt, Dana (Will) Most Rogers, Arlet (Cindy) Most, Lisa (Don) Moody; along with numerous nieces, nephews and lifetime friend, Laura Morey.

Kaylyn is preceded in death by grandmother, Faye Smith; uncle, Kelly Smith; nephew, Carter Lee Smith.

Online condolences and live stream of the service can be found at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com">www.carpentermemorial.com&nbsp;</a>

Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. (Central Time), Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Rev. Mark Baldwin officiating. Visitation will be held noon – 7:00 P.M., Friday, May 12, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, with&nbsp; family receiving friends from 5 – 7. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Kaylyn Anna Most, 32, from North Platte, passed away in Denver, Colorado on May 5, 2023. She was born June 23, 1990 in North Platte to Rick L. Most and Cindy Kay (Porter) Smith.Kaylyn graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 2009. She then moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where she worked as a server at Outback Steakhouse. She was quickly promoted to manager and moved to Omaha, Nebraska. She later moved to Colorado and was a manager at Old Chicago. She became an avid Denver Broncos fan. Kaylyn was a beautiful and loving soul remembered by many as an intelligent and compassionate woman who loved music. Her son, Levi Anthony Jude Montoya, was the center of her life. He was her “Peanut” and the number one joy in her life. Kaylyn will always be remembered as a beloved daughter, sister, mother, companion and friend.Survivors include her son, Levi, of Colorado; mother, Cindy (Jody) Smith, North Platte; father, Rick (Glenda) Most, Oklahoma; brothers, Levi Most, North Platte, Michael (Jodi) Smith, Gretna; grandparents, Harold Smith and Charlene Collins, North Platte; Jacque Jones, Arlet and Karen Most, Oklahoma; half-sister, Amber Most Eckert; partner, Adam Montoya and family, Hope, Jacque and Chris Montoya; aunts and uncles, David (Ann) Porter, Jeffrey (Luanne) Porter, Valjean Most, Wyatt (Wayne) Lewis, Jalene (Marty) Depperschmidt, Dana (Will) Most Rogers, Arlet (Cindy) Most, Lisa (Don) Moody; along with numerous nieces, nephews and lifetime friend, Laura Morey.Kaylyn is preceded in death by grandmother, Faye Smith; uncle, Kelly Smith; nephew, Carter Lee Smith.Online condolences and live stream of the service can be found at <a href="http://www.carpentermemorial.com">www.carpentermemorial.com&nbsp;</a>Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. (Central Time), Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Rev. Mark Baldwin officiating. Visitation will be held noon – 7:00 P.M., Friday, May 12, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, with&nbsp; family receiving friends from 5 – 7. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Kaylyn Anna Most (1990-2023)

Hastings resident Eric W. DeVaney, 35, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023, at his home. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 10, at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings with Pastor William Tryon officiating. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m. with family present 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, and one hour before the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the family.

Eric was born July 30, 1987, in Hastings, NE to Lowell Ginn and Shelley (Remsbottom) DeVaney. He attended Hastings Senior High School.&nbsp; Eric worked in construction for many years. He enjoyed spending his time with his kids and friends.&nbsp; He loved riding his motorcycle.&nbsp;

Eric was preceded in death by his Great Grandparents, Mary &amp; Walter Devaney; Father, Lowell Bruce Ginn; Uncles Lyle, Leon, Lennis, &amp; Lynn Ginn.

SURVIVORS: Grandfather:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary DeVaney – Hastings, NE Mother:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Shelley DeVaney – Kearney, NE Brothers:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cody (Dana) DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kris (Brittany) DeVaney – Tallahassee, FL Sister:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Renee DeVaney – Hastings, NE Children:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Keenan DeVaney – Lawrence, KS Korbyn DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kamryn DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kayden DeVaney – Hastings, NE Magnolia Hulquist – Hastings, NE Half Siblings:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Trevor, Dana, Shawna, and Matthew Numerous nieces, nephews, and many other family members.

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 </figure>Hastings resident Eric W. DeVaney, 35, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023, at his home. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 10, at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings with Pastor William Tryon officiating. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m. with family present 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, and one hour before the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the family.Eric was born July 30, 1987, in Hastings, NE to Lowell Ginn and Shelley (Remsbottom) DeVaney. He attended Hastings Senior High School.&nbsp; Eric worked in construction for many years. He enjoyed spending his time with his kids and friends.&nbsp; He loved riding his motorcycle.&nbsp;Eric was preceded in death by his Great Grandparents, Mary &amp; Walter Devaney; Father, Lowell Bruce Ginn; Uncles Lyle, Leon, Lennis, &amp; Lynn Ginn.SURVIVORS: Grandfather:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gary DeVaney – Hastings, NE Mother:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Shelley DeVaney – Kearney, NE Brothers:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cody (Dana) DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kris (Brittany) DeVaney – Tallahassee, FL Sister:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Renee DeVaney – Hastings, NE Children:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Keenan DeVaney – Lawrence, KS Korbyn DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kamryn DeVaney – Hastings, NE Kayden DeVaney – Hastings, NE Magnolia Hulquist – Hastings, NE Half Siblings:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Trevor, Dana, Shawna, and Matthew Numerous nieces, nephews, and many other family members.

Eric W. DeVaney (1987-2023)

&nbsp; Arleata Joyce (Bolich) Bass, 81,of Kearney, formerly of Brewster, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Brookstone Gardens in Kearney, Nebraska. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday May 10, 2023, at 10:30 AM at the United Church of Christ in Brewster with Pastor Chad Anderson officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Ainsworth Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;A visitation will be held on Tuesday May 9, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the United Church of Christ in Brewster or the Brewster Fire Department.&nbsp;&nbsp;Words of condolence or remembrance may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a> Arleata was born on May 16, 1941, to Otto and Lorna Bolich in Ainsworth, Nebraska. She grew up on a ranch outside of Ainsworth and graduated from Ainsworth High School in 1959. After graduating, she worked at First National Bank in Ainsworth and then at KBR Public Power District for 5 years. Arleata was united in marriage to John Howard Bass on October 17, 1965. They were blessed with two children. They owned and operated a ranch near Cody, Nebraska, until 1979, when they moved to a ranch near Brewster, Nebraska. Arleata was well-known and adored in Brewster, where she served as postmaster for several years. In 2004, Howard and Arleata retired and moved to Kearney, Nebraska. Arleata was kind, gentle, and hard-working. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and canning food when she was raising her children. She was a skilled cook and prepared many delicious meals for friends and family over the years. Her cinnamon rolls were a big hit at brandings. She was a devout Christian and a member of Brewster Community Church for many years, then Trinity Presbyterian Church in Kearney. Her faith and knowledge of Jesus Christ were important to her. She enjoyed reading biographies and listening to music. In retirement, she kept in touch with family and enjoyed card games with friends. Attending the school activities and rodeos of her grandchildren kept her and Howard busy. She always provided love and support for her family, who will always remember her. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Howard, of 57 years; sister Twyla Harr and brother-in-law Maynard Harr of Ainsworth; her son Steven Bass and daughter-in-law Tresa Bass of Brewster; daughter Joyce Bass of Maxwell; five grandchildren, Travis Davis, Scott Davis, Chelsea Kubitschek, Ty Bass, and Cooper Bass; three great-grandchildren, Flynn, Adilyn, and Bodhi; as well as many nieces and nephews who she loved. Arleata was preceded in death by her parents and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Arleata Joyce (Bolich) Bass, 81,of Kearney, formerly of Brewster, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Brookstone Gardens in Kearney, Nebraska. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday May 10, 2023, at 10:30 AM at the United Church of Christ in Brewster with Pastor Chad Anderson officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Ainsworth Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;A visitation will be held on Tuesday May 9, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the United Church of Christ in Brewster or the Brewster Fire Department.&nbsp;&nbsp;Words of condolence or remembrance may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a> Arleata was born on May 16, 1941, to Otto and Lorna Bolich in Ainsworth, Nebraska. She grew up on a ranch outside of Ainsworth and graduated from Ainsworth High School in 1959. After graduating, she worked at First National Bank in Ainsworth and then at KBR Public Power District for 5 years. Arleata was united in marriage to John Howard Bass on October 17, 1965. They were blessed with two children. They owned and operated a ranch near Cody, Nebraska, until 1979, when they moved to a ranch near Brewster, Nebraska. Arleata was well-known and adored in Brewster, where she served as postmaster for several years. In 2004, Howard and Arleata retired and moved to Kearney, Nebraska. Arleata was kind, gentle, and hard-working. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and canning food when she was raising her children. She was a skilled cook and prepared many delicious meals for friends and family over the years. Her cinnamon rolls were a big hit at brandings. She was a devout Christian and a member of Brewster Community Church for many years, then Trinity Presbyterian Church in Kearney. Her faith and knowledge of Jesus Christ were important to her. She enjoyed reading biographies and listening to music. In retirement, she kept in touch with family and enjoyed card games with friends. Attending the school activities and rodeos of her grandchildren kept her and Howard busy. She always provided love and support for her family, who will always remember her. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Howard, of 57 years; sister Twyla Harr and brother-in-law Maynard Harr of Ainsworth; her son Steven Bass and daughter-in-law Tresa Bass of Brewster; daughter Joyce Bass of Maxwell; five grandchildren, Travis Davis, Scott Davis, Chelsea Kubitschek, Ty Bass, and Cooper Bass; three great-grandchildren, Flynn, Adilyn, and Bodhi; as well as many nieces and nephews who she loved. Arleata was preceded in death by her parents and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Arleata Bass (1941-2023)

Bob Winberg age 75, passed away April 22, 2023, and Ann Winberg age 73, passed away May 3, 2023, both formerly from Broken Bow, the couple passed away in Harlingen, TX.

A Memorial Service for Bob and Ann will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 am at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE with Kathy Salts PMA officiating. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Words of encouragement may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

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 </figure>Bob Winberg age 75, passed away April 22, 2023, and Ann Winberg age 73, passed away May 3, 2023, both formerly from Broken Bow, the couple passed away in Harlingen, TX.A Memorial Service for Bob and Ann will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 am at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, NE with Kathy Salts PMA officiating. Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. Words of encouragement may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Bob and Ann Winberg

Michael Douglas Lucas, 72, of Arnold, NE passed away on May 1, 2023.&nbsp; Michael (“Mike”) was born March 13, 1951, to Robert Joseph and Viola Ada (Spencer) in Arnold, NE as the eldest brother to sister Betty Jo (“Jo”) and brother Phillip (“Phil”).

Mike attended Arnold High School, graduating in 1969. He then attended college at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln where he was a member of the rodeo club. He then transferred to North Platte Junior College to be closer to home and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;After college, Mike followed his friend, Vernon Long, to Rifle, Colorado to work as a ranch hand at the Norell Ranch, ridin’ the range, fixin’ fence, tendin’ to cattle, breakin’ horses and all the things that cowboys do.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike and Vernon returned home to Arnold, where Mike worked at Beshaler’s gravel pit, Grayston Cool’s Lazy S Ranch, and again joined Vernon to work at the Graceland Cattle Company.

Mike met and later married Marcille Marie (“Marcy”) Horner of Burwell, NE on June 16, 1978. A few years later, in March 1981, they welcomed their son, Matthew Ryan, into the family. This upcoming June marks their 45th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mike had his own fencing business, along with cousin Ed Larsen, working throughout the central Nebraska area. When the farm and ranch economy took a drastic downturn in the early 1980s, Mike contemplated going back to school to become a lawyer but opted to raise sheep instead. Due to the fickle nature of sheep, Mike began moving snow for the Village of Arnold, working his way up to Village Superintendent.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served as superintendent for both Arnold and Broken Bow, later switching full time to Utility Superintendent for Broken Bow overseeing electric, water, and sewer utilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike then accepted a position with the Nebraska Rural Water Association, traveling throughout the state conducting training and performing inspections for small municipalities’ water and sewer systems. He retired in 2020.

Mike was a cowboy and outdoorsmen through and through, preferring the wide-open spaces to the hustle and crowds of city life. He always found peace and wonderment in nature and God’s creations and loved to camp beneath the stars. His life revolved around his son and hunting and fishing. He passed on his own love of the outdoors to his son and nephew Lucas. Mike shared his passion for the outdoors and bow-hunting with others as an instructor for Bow Hunter Education and as a member in the Nebraska Bowhunters Association. Mike enjoyed hunting deer, elk, antelope, turkey, waterfowl, and wild hogs. He and his son traveled to Ontario, Canada for a northwoods bear hunt and would often recall memories from their adventures. Mike was an avid fisherman and particularly enjoyed fishing on the Calamus Reservoir and the many lakes of the Valentine National Wildlife Refuge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike was a master ice-fisher and would jig fish after fish out of the hole.

Mike is survived by his wife Marcy, Arnold, NE; son, Matthew Lucas (and Jessica), Hill City, SD; grandchildren Bridger and Kimber Lucas; sister, Jo Rosentrater (and Craig), Highlands Ranch, CO; brother Phil Lucas (and Kendra), Arnold, NE; cousin Ed Larsen (and Jane), North Platte, NE; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mike is preceded in death by both his parents.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Arnold Baptist Church, 101 W. 7th&nbsp;Ave, Arnold, NE at 10:30 am, followed by graveside services at the Arnold Cemetery, and a fellowship luncheon at the Arnold Baptist Church. Donations in memorial of Michael D. Lucas may be directed to the family at 80625 Dunning Rd, Arnold, NE 69120 to be split between the North Platte Women’s Resource Center, Arnold Public Library, and the Nebraska Bowhunter’s Association.

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 </figure>Michael Douglas Lucas, 72, of Arnold, NE passed away on May 1, 2023.&nbsp; Michael (“Mike”) was born March 13, 1951, to Robert Joseph and Viola Ada (Spencer) in Arnold, NE as the eldest brother to sister Betty Jo (“Jo”) and brother Phillip (“Phil”).Mike attended Arnold High School, graduating in 1969. He then attended college at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln where he was a member of the rodeo club. He then transferred to North Platte Junior College to be closer to home and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;After college, Mike followed his friend, Vernon Long, to Rifle, Colorado to work as a ranch hand at the Norell Ranch, ridin’ the range, fixin’ fence, tendin’ to cattle, breakin’ horses and all the things that cowboys do.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike and Vernon returned home to Arnold, where Mike worked at Beshaler’s gravel pit, Grayston Cool’s Lazy S Ranch, and again joined Vernon to work at the Graceland Cattle Company.Mike met and later married Marcille Marie (“Marcy”) Horner of Burwell, NE on June 16, 1978. A few years later, in March 1981, they welcomed their son, Matthew Ryan, into the family. This upcoming June marks their 45th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike had his own fencing business, along with cousin Ed Larsen, working throughout the central Nebraska area. When the farm and ranch economy took a drastic downturn in the early 1980s, Mike contemplated going back to school to become a lawyer but opted to raise sheep instead. Due to the fickle nature of sheep, Mike began moving snow for the Village of Arnold, working his way up to Village Superintendent.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served as superintendent for both Arnold and Broken Bow, later switching full time to Utility Superintendent for Broken Bow overseeing electric, water, and sewer utilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike then accepted a position with the Nebraska Rural Water Association, traveling throughout the state conducting training and performing inspections for small municipalities’ water and sewer systems. He retired in 2020.Mike was a cowboy and outdoorsmen through and through, preferring the wide-open spaces to the hustle and crowds of city life. He always found peace and wonderment in nature and God’s creations and loved to camp beneath the stars. His life revolved around his son and hunting and fishing. He passed on his own love of the outdoors to his son and nephew Lucas. Mike shared his passion for the outdoors and bow-hunting with others as an instructor for Bow Hunter Education and as a member in the Nebraska Bowhunters Association. Mike enjoyed hunting deer, elk, antelope, turkey, waterfowl, and wild hogs. He and his son traveled to Ontario, Canada for a northwoods bear hunt and would often recall memories from their adventures. Mike was an avid fisherman and particularly enjoyed fishing on the Calamus Reservoir and the many lakes of the Valentine National Wildlife Refuge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike was a master ice-fisher and would jig fish after fish out of the hole.Mike is survived by his wife Marcy, Arnold, NE; son, Matthew Lucas (and Jessica), Hill City, SD; grandchildren Bridger and Kimber Lucas; sister, Jo Rosentrater (and Craig), Highlands Ranch, CO; brother Phil Lucas (and Kendra), Arnold, NE; cousin Ed Larsen (and Jane), North Platte, NE; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mike is preceded in death by both his parents.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Arnold Baptist Church, 101 W. 7th&nbsp;Ave, Arnold, NE at 10:30 am, followed by graveside services at the Arnold Cemetery, and a fellowship luncheon at the Arnold Baptist Church. Donations in memorial of Michael D. Lucas may be directed to the family at 80625 Dunning Rd, Arnold, NE 69120 to be split between the North Platte Women’s Resource Center, Arnold Public Library, and the Nebraska Bowhunter’s Association.

Mike Lucas (1951-2023)

Patsy Lou (Bowden) Meyer, 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away at home with family by her side on May 4, 2023.

Patsy was born on April 28, 1939, in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Harry and Norvene (Davis) Bowden. Patsy lived most of her childhood in Cozad. Patsy was 11 years old when she went to live with her dad, Harry and his new wife, Margaret in Oregon. The family then moved to Wenatchee, Washington and added two sisters to the family: Cathy Ann and Billie Jo.

Patsy graduated from Wenatchee High School with the class of 1957. Later that year on November 16, 1957, she married Dietrich Meyer from Gates, Nebraska. They made their home in Gates on the family farm. Pat helped with the chores on the farm. While they lived on the farm, they welcomed three daughters: Carol Lynn, Connie Lou, and Cindy Lee.

The family then moved to Grand Island, Nebraska for five years before settling in Lexington, Nebraska where Dick and Patsy ran Meyer Welding for 29 years. After selling the business, Patsy went to work for the Dawson Co. Sheriff’s Department for eight years. Patsy and Dietrich then adopted their great-granddaughter, Chara Lynn.

To fill her time, she volunteered for the Lexington Hospital Auxiliary and enjoyed her women’s bible study circle at the First United Methodist Church.

She leaves behind her husband of 65 ½ years, Dietrich; daughters, Carol Stark of Cozad, Connie (Larry) Mikkelsen of Derby, Kansas, Cindy Meyer of Lexington, and Chara (Johnathan) Linder of Richland, Nebraska; sister, Billie Jo Johnson of Wenatchee, Washington; seven grandchildren, April Raney, Misti Maddox, Matthew (Sarah) Raney, Heather Stark, Jamie Raney, Aaron (Audri) Stark, Elizabeth (CJ Ruse) Mikkelsen; nephew, Eddie (Maye) Mueller; great-grandchildren, Tanga, Tori, Trulyn, Abbey, Nathan, Dietrich, Nakoa, Haley, Andrew, Charles, Jerron, Serenity, Jaxton, Adysen, Avery, Charlie and Octavia; great-great grandchildren, Kadince and Kyzer, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Norvene, stepmother, Margaret; sister, Cathy; parents-in-law, August and Evelyn Meyer; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Ed Mueller; son-in-law, Ronald Stark and great grandchild, Jerica Stark and well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Lexington with Pastor Velma Tim, officiating. The service will be live streamed on the church website: firstchurchlex.org

Burial will follow at the Cozad Cemetery in Cozad.

Visitation will be held on Monday, May 8, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the family for later designation.

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 </figure>Patsy Lou (Bowden) Meyer, 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away at home with family by her side on May 4, 2023.Patsy was born on April 28, 1939, in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Harry and Norvene (Davis) Bowden. Patsy lived most of her childhood in Cozad. Patsy was 11 years old when she went to live with her dad, Harry and his new wife, Margaret in Oregon. The family then moved to Wenatchee, Washington and added two sisters to the family: Cathy Ann and Billie Jo.Patsy graduated from Wenatchee High School with the class of 1957. Later that year on November 16, 1957, she married Dietrich Meyer from Gates, Nebraska. They made their home in Gates on the family farm. Pat helped with the chores on the farm. While they lived on the farm, they welcomed three daughters: Carol Lynn, Connie Lou, and Cindy Lee.The family then moved to Grand Island, Nebraska for five years before settling in Lexington, Nebraska where Dick and Patsy ran Meyer Welding for 29 years. After selling the business, Patsy went to work for the Dawson Co. Sheriff’s Department for eight years. Patsy and Dietrich then adopted their great-granddaughter, Chara Lynn.To fill her time, she volunteered for the Lexington Hospital Auxiliary and enjoyed her women’s bible study circle at the First United Methodist Church.She leaves behind her husband of 65 ½ years, Dietrich; daughters, Carol Stark of Cozad, Connie (Larry) Mikkelsen of Derby, Kansas, Cindy Meyer of Lexington, and Chara (Johnathan) Linder of Richland, Nebraska; sister, Billie Jo Johnson of Wenatchee, Washington; seven grandchildren, April Raney, Misti Maddox, Matthew (Sarah) Raney, Heather Stark, Jamie Raney, Aaron (Audri) Stark, Elizabeth (CJ Ruse) Mikkelsen; nephew, Eddie (Maye) Mueller; great-grandchildren, Tanga, Tori, Trulyn, Abbey, Nathan, Dietrich, Nakoa, Haley, Andrew, Charles, Jerron, Serenity, Jaxton, Adysen, Avery, Charlie and Octavia; great-great grandchildren, Kadince and Kyzer, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Norvene, stepmother, Margaret; sister, Cathy; parents-in-law, August and Evelyn Meyer; sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Ed Mueller; son-in-law, Ronald Stark and great grandchild, Jerica Stark and well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Lexington with Pastor Velma Tim, officiating. The service will be live streamed on the church website: firstchurchlex.orgBurial will follow at the Cozad Cemetery in Cozad.Visitation will be held on Monday, May 8, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.Memorials are kindly suggested to the First United Methodist Church or 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: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Patsy Lou Meyer (1939-2023)

Linda S. Curia, 72, of Oconto, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the Callaway District Hospital in Callaway, Nebraska.

She was born on January 3, 1951, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Ralph and Lola (Badgley) Kirby. She attended Oconto public schools and graduated from Oconto High School with the class of 1969. Linda went on to further her education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she received a bachelor’s degree in interior design.

In April of 1974, Linda was united in marriage to Don McNulty in Oconto, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Don McNulty in Oconto, Nebraska. Three children were blessed to this union: Kaycee, Patrick “Buck”, and Michael. Linda and Don moved their family to the Star Ranch in the Sandhills where she was a stay-at-home mom. In 1985, they moved again to Castle Dale, Utah. This union later ended. By 1995, Linda moved back to Oconto. Once in Nebraska, she began working for John Deere in Broken Bow. After five years, Linda wanted a change, so she moved once more to Utah closer to her children where she began working as an administrative assistant with Discover Card. While in Utah, she found love once again with Tony Curia. They were united in marriage on July 30, 2005.

Linda was a loving mother with a big heart. When her children were younger, she always made time to go to their sporting events to cheer them on and embarrass them a little. She loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She was fond of working on her gardening and flowers, spending some time outdoors while reading a good novel. Linda adored spending her weekends with her love, Tony, going for rides through the mountains and even entertained his love for fishing, though she wasn’t the best at it. Linda was undoubtedly a skilled seamstress and quilter. In her home, you would most likely find an array of fabric and sewing machines. After retirement, she continued working in the quilting department of Jo Ann’s where she was able to share her love and knowledge of quilting with others.

Those left to honor her memory are her loving husband, Tony Curia of Oconto, Nebraska; daughter, Kaycee McNulty; sons, Patrick “Buck” (Michele) McNulty of Monroe, Utah and Mike (Marci) McNulty of Syracuse, Utah; grandchildren, Bailey, Bella, Brynnley McNulty and Niquolette (Robert) Jones; great-grandchildren, Kian and Kora; sisters, Sally Kirby of Portland, Oregon, Karen (David Carter) Greenway of Derby, Kansas and Kim (Michael Stearns) Kirby of Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister-in-law, Debbie Kerr of Denver, Colorado, as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Lola.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto, Nebraska, with Pastor Ryan Findley, officiating. The service will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, with family receiving friends from 5-7 p.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto, Nebraska.

Interment will be held at the Oconto Cemetery in Oconto.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are kindly suggested to The Plum Creek Quilters Guild and The Custer’s Last Stitch Quilt Guild.

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 </figure>Linda S. Curia, 72, of Oconto, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the Callaway District Hospital in Callaway, Nebraska.She was born on January 3, 1951, in Lexington, Nebraska, to Ralph and Lola (Badgley) Kirby. She attended Oconto public schools and graduated from Oconto High School with the class of 1969. Linda went on to further her education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she received a bachelor’s degree in interior design.In April of 1974, Linda was united in marriage to Don McNulty in Oconto, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Don McNulty in Oconto, Nebraska. Three children were blessed to this union: Kaycee, Patrick “Buck”, and Michael. Linda and Don moved their family to the Star Ranch in the Sandhills where she was a stay-at-home mom. In 1985, they moved again to Castle Dale, Utah. This union later ended. By 1995, Linda moved back to Oconto. Once in Nebraska, she began working for John Deere in Broken Bow. After five years, Linda wanted a change, so she moved once more to Utah closer to her children where she began working as an administrative assistant with Discover Card. While in Utah, she found love once again with Tony Curia. They were united in marriage on July 30, 2005.Linda was a loving mother with a big heart. When her children were younger, she always made time to go to their sporting events to cheer them on and embarrass them a little. She loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She was fond of working on her gardening and flowers, spending some time outdoors while reading a good novel. Linda adored spending her weekends with her love, Tony, going for rides through the mountains and even entertained his love for fishing, though she wasn’t the best at it. Linda was undoubtedly a skilled seamstress and quilter. In her home, you would most likely find an array of fabric and sewing machines. After retirement, she continued working in the quilting department of Jo Ann’s where she was able to share her love and knowledge of quilting with others.Those left to honor her memory are her loving husband, Tony Curia of Oconto, Nebraska; daughter, Kaycee McNulty; sons, Patrick “Buck” (Michele) McNulty of Monroe, Utah and Mike (Marci) McNulty of Syracuse, Utah; grandchildren, Bailey, Bella, Brynnley McNulty and Niquolette (Robert) Jones; great-grandchildren, Kian and Kora; sisters, Sally Kirby of Portland, Oregon, Karen (David Carter) Greenway of Derby, Kansas and Kim (Michael Stearns) Kirby of Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister-in-law, Debbie Kerr of Denver, Colorado, as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Lola.Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto, Nebraska, with Pastor Ryan Findley, officiating. The service will be live-streamed via the Reynolds-Love Funeral Home Facebook page.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, with family receiving friends from 5-7 p.m. at the Oconto Community Center in Oconto, Nebraska.Interment will be held at the Oconto Cemetery in Oconto.In lieu of flowers, memorials are kindly suggested to The Plum Creek Quilters Guild and The Custer’s Last Stitch Quilt Guild.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Linda S. Curia (1951-2023)

&nbsp; &nbsp; Mary Kathleen "Kathy" Schaaf, 86, passed away Thursday (May 4, 2023,) after a short stay at Hillcrest Nursing Home.

&nbsp; &nbsp; She was born May 6, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., to Herbert D. Drain and Josephine Louise Crim. She married Donald Alan Schaaf in Chicago on May 30, 1959. They moved to McCook in 1971.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy was employed at the McCook Public Library as the children’s librarian for 25 years, retiring in 1998. During her retirement, she cataloged all the books in the Carnegie Library and was given a lifetime membership to the High Plains Historical Society.

&nbsp; &nbsp; She loved to garden, read and spend time with family.

&nbsp; &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Schaaf, in 2020; her parents; two sisters, Pat Gregg and Bettie Moldt; three brothers, Bill, Mike and Tom Drain; brothers-in-law, Steve Schaaf and Bob Miller; and sister-in-law, Theresa Voelkel Marsh.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy is survived by two daughters, Lorraine Sughroue of McCook and Lisa (John) Lee of Loveland, Colo.; two sisters, Sharon Schuler of Madison, Wis., and Shelly Fisher of Long Beach, Calif.; sister-in-law, Monica Miller of Salem, Ore.; six grandchildren, Naomi (Pete) Johnson of Chadron, Neb., Jessa Sughroue of Papillion, Neb., Molly Sughroue of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; Trent Frederick of Benkelman, Neb., Noaa Frederick of Globe, Ariz., and Darby Frederick of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and many other family members.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy requested no services. She will be buried with her husband at Calvary Cemetery. A private graveside service is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers/memorials, check out a book from your local library or "stop and smell the roses" in her memory.

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 </figure>&nbsp; &nbsp; Mary Kathleen "Kathy" Schaaf, 86, passed away Thursday (May 4, 2023,) after a short stay at Hillcrest Nursing Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was born May 6, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., to Herbert D. Drain and Josephine Louise Crim. She married Donald Alan Schaaf in Chicago on May 30, 1959. They moved to McCook in 1971.&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy was employed at the McCook Public Library as the children’s librarian for 25 years, retiring in 1998. During her retirement, she cataloged all the books in the Carnegie Library and was given a lifetime membership to the High Plains Historical Society.&nbsp; &nbsp; She loved to garden, read and spend time with family.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Schaaf, in 2020; her parents; two sisters, Pat Gregg and Bettie Moldt; three brothers, Bill, Mike and Tom Drain; brothers-in-law, Steve Schaaf and Bob Miller; and sister-in-law, Theresa Voelkel Marsh.&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy is survived by two daughters, Lorraine Sughroue of McCook and Lisa (John) Lee of Loveland, Colo.; two sisters, Sharon Schuler of Madison, Wis., and Shelly Fisher of Long Beach, Calif.; sister-in-law, Monica Miller of Salem, Ore.; six grandchildren, Naomi (Pete) Johnson of Chadron, Neb., Jessa Sughroue of Papillion, Neb., Molly Sughroue of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; Trent Frederick of Benkelman, Neb., Noaa Frederick of Globe, Ariz., and Darby Frederick of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and many other family members.&nbsp; &nbsp; Kathy requested no services. She will be buried with her husband at Calvary Cemetery. A private graveside service is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers/memorials, check out a book from your local library or "stop and smell the roses" in her memory.

Mary "Kathy" Kathleen Schaaf (1936-2023)

Rosalie E. Barker, age 80, of North Platte, died April 7, 2023 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg.

Book signing will be on Monday, May 15, 2023 from noon – 7:00 P.M., with family being present from 5-7, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rosalie E. Barker, age 80, of North Platte, died April 7, 2023 at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg.Book signing will be on Monday, May 15, 2023 from noon – 7:00 P.M., with family being present from 5-7, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Rosalie E. Barker (1942-2023)

A Memorial Graveside Service will be Friday, May 5, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the Merna Cemetery west of Merna. Memorials are suggested to the Family for later designation. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4th&nbsp;from 5:00 to 7:00 pm with family greeting at that time, at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. 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>.

Dale “Buzz” Alan Downing of Broken Bow, NE passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on April 30, 2023.

Buzz was born August 29, 1948, to Howard and Josephine (Lindner) Downing in Broken Bow, NE. He joined his older sister Betty to complete their family. Buzz graduated from Anselmo-Merna High School in 1967. In 1971 he was united in marriage to Diana “DeeDee” Lynn Borders of Broken Bow. This year in July, they would have celebrated 52 years together. To this union two children were born. Brandi in 1978 and Ryan in 1981.

Buzz enjoyed spending as much time with friends and family as possible. Buzz and DeeDee were able to travel and enjoy seeing new places and adventures. Buzz was known and loved by many people for his kind, outgoing personality, along with his orneriness and well-known muscle cars (67’ GTO and 69” Judge) that he drove when he was younger. His great passion was hunting and trapping (Deer, Coyote, Bobcats, Prairie Dogs, etc.) not to mention he was very good at it. Some of his favorite memories come from driving the country roads, hunting, and guiding with his friends, brothers-in-law Randy, Steve, Scott, and KC, and father-in-law Bill, nephews, his daughter, and other family, as well as his faithful companions Scooby and Jake. He enjoyed old western movies and always had a good laugh when he and DeeDee would watch Funniest Home Videos while cuddling on the couch with his favorite blanket and their cat Elvis.

Buzz was always a hard worker. He started working at a young age mowing lawns, working at a gas station in Merna, working for the County, and finally at Becton Dickinson in Broken Bow for almost 34 years as a Receiving Clerk before having to retire in 2001 due to health reasons.

Buzz is survived by his wife DeeDee, his daughter Brandi (Lance) Sommer of Broken Bow, son Ryan (Jess) Downing of Aurora, grandchildren Alyssa (Morgan) Burr of Kearney, Kaiden Downing of Aurora, great grandchildren Kayla Burr and Nevaeh Lewis of Kearney, sister Betty (Bud) McBride of Ainsworth, Brothers-in-law Steve (Gina) Borders of Sutton, Scott (Carol) Borders of Scottsbluff, and sister-in-law Laurie (Barry) Sheridan of Sutton. Buzz is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Buzz was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Josephine (Lindner), father and mother-in-law Bill and Ruth Borders, brothers-in-law Randy Borders, and KC Borders, nephews Greg McBride, Cory Whittaker, and Blake Smith, and his great granddaughter Brynlee Nicole.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683213514849.jpeg" alt="Buzz Downing" />
 <figcaption>Buzz Downing</figcaption>
 </figure>A Memorial Graveside Service will be Friday, May 5, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the Merna Cemetery west of Merna. Memorials are suggested to the Family for later designation. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4th&nbsp;from 5:00 to 7:00 pm with family greeting at that time, at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow. 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>.Dale “Buzz” Alan Downing of Broken Bow, NE passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on April 30, 2023.Buzz was born August 29, 1948, to Howard and Josephine (Lindner) Downing in Broken Bow, NE. He joined his older sister Betty to complete their family. Buzz graduated from Anselmo-Merna High School in 1967. In 1971 he was united in marriage to Diana “DeeDee” Lynn Borders of Broken Bow. This year in July, they would have celebrated 52 years together. To this union two children were born. Brandi in 1978 and Ryan in 1981.Buzz enjoyed spending as much time with friends and family as possible. Buzz and DeeDee were able to travel and enjoy seeing new places and adventures. Buzz was known and loved by many people for his kind, outgoing personality, along with his orneriness and well-known muscle cars (67’ GTO and 69” Judge) that he drove when he was younger. His great passion was hunting and trapping (Deer, Coyote, Bobcats, Prairie Dogs, etc.) not to mention he was very good at it. Some of his favorite memories come from driving the country roads, hunting, and guiding with his friends, brothers-in-law Randy, Steve, Scott, and KC, and father-in-law Bill, nephews, his daughter, and other family, as well as his faithful companions Scooby and Jake. He enjoyed old western movies and always had a good laugh when he and DeeDee would watch Funniest Home Videos while cuddling on the couch with his favorite blanket and their cat Elvis.Buzz was always a hard worker. He started working at a young age mowing lawns, working at a gas station in Merna, working for the County, and finally at Becton Dickinson in Broken Bow for almost 34 years as a Receiving Clerk before having to retire in 2001 due to health reasons.Buzz is survived by his wife DeeDee, his daughter Brandi (Lance) Sommer of Broken Bow, son Ryan (Jess) Downing of Aurora, grandchildren Alyssa (Morgan) Burr of Kearney, Kaiden Downing of Aurora, great grandchildren Kayla Burr and Nevaeh Lewis of Kearney, sister Betty (Bud) McBride of Ainsworth, Brothers-in-law Steve (Gina) Borders of Sutton, Scott (Carol) Borders of Scottsbluff, and sister-in-law Laurie (Barry) Sheridan of Sutton. Buzz is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Buzz was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Josephine (Lindner), father and mother-in-law Bill and Ruth Borders, brothers-in-law Randy Borders, and KC Borders, nephews Greg McBride, Cory Whittaker, and Blake Smith, and his great granddaughter Brynlee Nicole.

Buzz Downing (1948-2023)

Humberto Estevane, age 49, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln, NE.

Humberto was born July 21, 1973 in Mexico to parents Jose Estevane and Maria Polina (Luna) Becketta.

Over the years, Humberto worked in construction and the restaurant industry. He was a member of the Catholic Faith.

Humberto was preceded in death by parents and one brother.

Those left to celebrate his life include his brother, Fransico (Mary) Estevane of North Platte as well as three brothers and three sisters, all of Mexico.

No local services are planned at this time.

Memorial contributions are suggested in Humberto’s name to help defer funeral expenses and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001.

Humberto Estevane, age 49, of North Platte, NE passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln, NE.Humberto was born July 21, 1973 in Mexico to parents Jose Estevane and Maria Polina (Luna) Becketta.Over the years, Humberto worked in construction and the restaurant industry. He was a member of the Catholic Faith.Humberto was preceded in death by parents and one brother.Those left to celebrate his life include his brother, Fransico (Mary) Estevane of North Platte as well as three brothers and three sisters, all of Mexico.No local services are planned at this time.Memorial contributions are suggested in Humberto’s name to help defer funeral expenses and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001.

Humberto Estavane (1973-2023)

Terry Lee Thompson, 75, of North Platte passed away April 29, 2023 at his home in North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born December 13, 1947 in Anselmo, Nebraska to George A. and Shirley I. (Clark) Thompson.&nbsp;

Terry graduated high school in 1966.&nbsp;&nbsp;He entered the U.S. Army in 1967.&nbsp;&nbsp;In September of 1967 he married Deborah Richardson in Louisiana.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two children were born, Jeanne and Jody.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served in Vietnam, receiving the Bronze Star.&nbsp;&nbsp;After his discharge he returned to North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry worked for the State of Nebraska at the scales.&nbsp;&nbsp;Then he went to work for Consolidated Freightways for almost 30 years until 2003.&nbsp;&nbsp;In May 1991, he married Brenda Fisher in Lincoln, Nebraska. To this union three children were born, Jake, Heath and Chase.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked at Schwann’s, Swift, JB Hunt, and retired from Estes Trucking in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry was married to Alicia Ochoa Moreno on November 13, 2008, in Santa Ana, California.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a collector of many things and loved playing cards with family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry was faithful in reading his Bible and attended the Berean Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Family was always the center of Terry’s conversation and he loved his family dearly.

Survivors include his five children: Jeanne (David) Kaufman, Bedford, Texas, Jody (John) Schlachter, Colleyville, Texas, Jake (Trasa) Thompson, Idaho Falls, Idaho, Heath Thompson, Moscow, Idaho, Chase Thompson, Moscow, Idaho; 2 grandchildren, Clark Schlachter and Maggie Schlachter, Colleyville, Texas; siblings, Douglas (Beth) Thompson, Omaha, Nebraska, Gerald “Wayne” (Mary) Thompson, Firestone, Colorado, Dennis (Shawna) Thompson, North Platte, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.

Terry is preceded in death by his parents, George and Shirley Thompson, brother Roy Alan Thompson and niece Brenda.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Berean Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences and live stream of the service will be at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 P.M., Monday, May 8, 2023 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with Rev. John Stone officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;With full military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Terry Lee Thompson, 75, of North Platte passed away April 29, 2023 at his home in North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born December 13, 1947 in Anselmo, Nebraska to George A. and Shirley I. (Clark) Thompson.&nbsp;Terry graduated high school in 1966.&nbsp;&nbsp;He entered the U.S. Army in 1967.&nbsp;&nbsp;In September of 1967 he married Deborah Richardson in Louisiana.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union two children were born, Jeanne and Jody.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served in Vietnam, receiving the Bronze Star.&nbsp;&nbsp;After his discharge he returned to North Platte.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry worked for the State of Nebraska at the scales.&nbsp;&nbsp;Then he went to work for Consolidated Freightways for almost 30 years until 2003.&nbsp;&nbsp;In May 1991, he married Brenda Fisher in Lincoln, Nebraska. To this union three children were born, Jake, Heath and Chase.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked at Schwann’s, Swift, JB Hunt, and retired from Estes Trucking in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry was married to Alicia Ochoa Moreno on November 13, 2008, in Santa Ana, California.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a collector of many things and loved playing cards with family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Terry was faithful in reading his Bible and attended the Berean Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Family was always the center of Terry’s conversation and he loved his family dearly.Survivors include his five children: Jeanne (David) Kaufman, Bedford, Texas, Jody (John) Schlachter, Colleyville, Texas, Jake (Trasa) Thompson, Idaho Falls, Idaho, Heath Thompson, Moscow, Idaho, Chase Thompson, Moscow, Idaho; 2 grandchildren, Clark Schlachter and Maggie Schlachter, Colleyville, Texas; siblings, Douglas (Beth) Thompson, Omaha, Nebraska, Gerald “Wayne” (Mary) Thompson, Firestone, Colorado, Dennis (Shawna) Thompson, North Platte, Nebraska; along with numerous other family members and friends.Terry is preceded in death by his parents, George and Shirley Thompson, brother Roy Alan Thompson and niece Brenda.Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Berean Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences and live stream of the service will be at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.Graveside services will be at 1:00 P.M., Monday, May 8, 2023 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska with Rev. John Stone officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;With full military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Terry Lee Thompson (1947-2023)

Treasie P. Eggerichs, 48, of North Platte, passed away on May 2, 2023, at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born in Broward County, Florida to Elizabeth Desarmier.

Treasie is preceded in death by children, Brian and Amber; grandchild, Kristhopher; grandmother, Laurie; aunt, Judy; and Godmother, Barbara.

Those left to remember her include her wife, Lorrie Wallace; children, Jonathan, Randy, Crystal, Anna, Rebekkah, Braiden, and Jordan; grandchildren, Armeta and Alton; siblings, Scott and Lyndie; nieces and nephews and other family.

Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp;

Cremation was chosen and private services will be held in the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Treasie P. Eggerichs, 48, of North Platte, passed away on May 2, 2023, at her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born in Broward County, Florida to Elizabeth Desarmier.Treasie is preceded in death by children, Brian and Amber; grandchild, Kristhopher; grandmother, Laurie; aunt, Judy; and Godmother, Barbara.Those left to remember her include her wife, Lorrie Wallace; children, Jonathan, Randy, Crystal, Anna, Rebekkah, Braiden, and Jordan; grandchildren, Armeta and Alton; siblings, Scott and Lyndie; nieces and nephews and other family.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adamsswanson.com/">www.adamsswanson.com</a>.&nbsp;Cremation was chosen and private services will be held in the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.

Treasie P Eggerichs (1974-2023)

Alice Marie (Sheffield Soller) Hutchinson, 104, of Gothenburg, NE, passed away May 1, 2023 at Hilltop Estates, Gothenburg, NE.

Alice Marie (Sheffield Soller) Hutchinson was born south of Farnam, NE; on February 16,1919 to Oliver A. and Cora E (Brown) Sheffield.

She attended grade school in Orafanio, NE; and graduated from Farnam High School in 1936. Alice was baptized in the Church of God in 1938, and later in 1960 she was confirmed and joined the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, NE. Alice married Albert Soller in 1941, and after his death in 1985, she met Roy Hutchinson and they married in 1994. Alice was a very talented artist in oil and in porcelain. She also did some leather tooling, and was a member of three Art Clubs where she taught some classes.

She was preceded in death by both of her husbands, Albert Soller and Roy Hutchinson, her parents, Oliver and Cora, her son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Beverly Soller, grandson Mike Soller, great-grandson Gauge Soller, brother and sister-in-law Wilbur and Helen Sheffield, three sisters, baby sister Alta Mae Sheffield, Ruth and Dale Russell and Pearl and Clifford Nickerson and several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by a grandson Patrick Soller, two great-granddaughters Katy and Annie and their families, nephew, Roland (Jan) Sheffield, five nieces, Detta Holscher, Sharon (Ronnie) Peterson, Dianne (Orv) Wiberg, Cheryl Beckius, and Priscilla Meester, several great nieces, nephews and cousins, and Roy's daughter Emily Nelson.

Memorials may be directed to the Gothenburg Senior Center or American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg&nbsp;

Services will be Friday, May 5, 2023, at 1:00 PM, at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth St, Gothenburg, NE, with Lonna Grabenstein PMA Officiating

<figure>
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 </figure>Alice Marie (Sheffield Soller) Hutchinson, 104, of Gothenburg, NE, passed away May 1, 2023 at Hilltop Estates, Gothenburg, NE.Alice Marie (Sheffield Soller) Hutchinson was born south of Farnam, NE; on February 16,1919 to Oliver A. and Cora E (Brown) Sheffield.She attended grade school in Orafanio, NE; and graduated from Farnam High School in 1936. Alice was baptized in the Church of God in 1938, and later in 1960 she was confirmed and joined the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg, NE. Alice married Albert Soller in 1941, and after his death in 1985, she met Roy Hutchinson and they married in 1994. Alice was a very talented artist in oil and in porcelain. She also did some leather tooling, and was a member of three Art Clubs where she taught some classes.She was preceded in death by both of her husbands, Albert Soller and Roy Hutchinson, her parents, Oliver and Cora, her son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Beverly Soller, grandson Mike Soller, great-grandson Gauge Soller, brother and sister-in-law Wilbur and Helen Sheffield, three sisters, baby sister Alta Mae Sheffield, Ruth and Dale Russell and Pearl and Clifford Nickerson and several nieces and nephews.She is survived by a grandson Patrick Soller, two great-granddaughters Katy and Annie and their families, nephew, Roland (Jan) Sheffield, five nieces, Detta Holscher, Sharon (Ronnie) Peterson, Dianne (Orv) Wiberg, Cheryl Beckius, and Priscilla Meester, several great nieces, nephews and cousins, and Roy's daughter Emily Nelson.Memorials may be directed to the Gothenburg Senior Center or American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg&nbsp;Services will be Friday, May 5, 2023, at 1:00 PM, at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth St, Gothenburg, NE, with Lonna Grabenstein PMA Officiating

Alice Marie Hutchinson (1919-2023)

Acacia Josephine Wall age 35 of Broken Bow, NE passed away April 28, 2023, at her home in Broken Bow, NE.

Acacia Josephine Lash Wall was born June 27, 1987, in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Claudine (Sanchez) and Todd Lash. At a young age the family moved to Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Acacia attended Broken Bow Public Schools and graduated in 2005. Acacia was a manager at Bonfire and worked bartending at various businesses.

On March 30, 2022, Acacia married Andrew Wall in Kearney.

Acacia loved being with her children, traveling, especially to the beach, dancing, and being outdoors.

Acacia is survived by her husband Andrew Wall of Broken Bow, mother Claudine Lash of Broken Bow, father Todd Lash of Pennsylvania, two daughters Jersey Brass of South Carolina, and Phoenix Lash of Blair, and sister Sabrenia Gates of Blair.

Acacia was preceded in death by her grandparents.

<figure>
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 </figure>Acacia Josephine Wall age 35 of Broken Bow, NE passed away April 28, 2023, at her home in Broken Bow, NE.Acacia Josephine Lash Wall was born June 27, 1987, in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Claudine (Sanchez) and Todd Lash. At a young age the family moved to Broken Bow, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Acacia attended Broken Bow Public Schools and graduated in 2005. Acacia was a manager at Bonfire and worked bartending at various businesses.On March 30, 2022, Acacia married Andrew Wall in Kearney.Acacia loved being with her children, traveling, especially to the beach, dancing, and being outdoors.Acacia is survived by her husband Andrew Wall of Broken Bow, mother Claudine Lash of Broken Bow, father Todd Lash of Pennsylvania, two daughters Jersey Brass of South Carolina, and Phoenix Lash of Blair, and sister Sabrenia Gates of Blair.Acacia was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Acacia Wall (1987-2023)

Joyce Marie Melroy, age 79, of Cozad, Nebraska departed this life April 27, 2023 at Cozad Community Hospital. Joyce was born November 12, 1943 at Anselmo, Nebraska, the youngest of 9 children, to Harry Thomas and Elsie May (Howland) Cambell. Joyce attended Cozad High School and graduated with the class of 1962. Following graduation, Joyce worked for Monroe Auto, Walmart, W.J. O’Conners Department Store, an electronics manufacturer in Ogallala, and a candy store in San Diego, California. She enjoyed several hobbies, but her favorites were sewing, quilting, decorating cakes, photo editing, and crafting. Joyce was very family oriented, being a loving mother, wife and grandmother. She was a long time member of the Cozad Christian Church, assistant Brownie Scout Leader, and Vice President of the camping club. She was preceded in death by her parents; 8 siblings, grandparents and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Gordon Melroy; their four children, Larry, Debbie, Becky and Michael; and many other family members and friends who will sadly miss her.

Memorials are suggested to the Cozad Christian Church. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen. Services are pending.

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 </figure>Joyce Marie Melroy, age 79, of Cozad, Nebraska departed this life April 27, 2023 at Cozad Community Hospital. Joyce was born November 12, 1943 at Anselmo, Nebraska, the youngest of 9 children, to Harry Thomas and Elsie May (Howland) Cambell. Joyce attended Cozad High School and graduated with the class of 1962. Following graduation, Joyce worked for Monroe Auto, Walmart, W.J. O’Conners Department Store, an electronics manufacturer in Ogallala, and a candy store in San Diego, California. She enjoyed several hobbies, but her favorites were sewing, quilting, decorating cakes, photo editing, and crafting. Joyce was very family oriented, being a loving mother, wife and grandmother. She was a long time member of the Cozad Christian Church, assistant Brownie Scout Leader, and Vice President of the camping club. She was preceded in death by her parents; 8 siblings, grandparents and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Gordon Melroy; their four children, Larry, Debbie, Becky and Michael; and many other family members and friends who will sadly miss her.Memorials are suggested to the Cozad Christian Church. Online condolences may be shared at berrymanfuneralhome.com. Cremation was chosen. Services are pending.

Joyce Marie Melroy (1943-2023)

Thomas Frank Ott, age 71, of McCook, NE passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Tom was born July 13, 1951 in Holdrege, NE to parents Elmer Loyed and Dorothy Marie (Bierbower) Ott. He was one of four siblings who grew up in the Orleans, NE community, graduating from Orleans High School with the Class of 1969.&nbsp; Tom went on to attend Kearney State College in Kearney, NE where he earned a degree in Business Administration.

On June 3, 1973, Tom married the love of his life, Nancy Alice (Wolzen) Ott in Minden, NE. The couple became parents to two sons: Christopher and Michael.

Tom was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, McCook, where he faithfully attended Bible study every Saturday morning.&nbsp; He enjoyed leisurely drives through the country, old cars, boating, camping and giving everyone he knew a hard time.&nbsp; Tom rarely missed an early morning cup of coffee with his 5:30am McDonald’s Coffee Club.&nbsp;

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nancy Ott in 2018; son, Christopher Ott, and grandson, Ethan Christopher Ott.

Those left to celebrate his life include his son, Michael (Tiffany) Ott of Council Bluffs, IA; daughter in law, Natalie Ott of Parker, CO; brother, Jack (Carol ) Ott of Elkhorn, NE; sisters, Helen (Jimmy) Brash of Omaha, NE and Jill Ott of Sun City, AZ; grandchildren, Dawson, Owen, Jenna, Olivia and Nicholas; friend, Dorothy Gruhn of&nbsp; Indianola, NE; his 5:30am coffee friends and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 5 to 7PM at Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends.

Funeral Services with a closed casket will be held Friday, May 26, 2023, beginning at 10AM at Peace Lutheran Church in McCook with Pastor Lonnie Felcher, officiating.&nbsp;

Graveside services will follow at 2PM in the Alma Cemetery located in Alma, NE.

Memorials are suggested in lieu of flowers to No Stomach For Cancer P.O. Box 46070 Madison, WI 53744.

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 </figure>Thomas Frank Ott, age 71, of McCook, NE passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Community Hospital in McCook.Tom was born July 13, 1951 in Holdrege, NE to parents Elmer Loyed and Dorothy Marie (Bierbower) Ott. He was one of four siblings who grew up in the Orleans, NE community, graduating from Orleans High School with the Class of 1969.&nbsp; Tom went on to attend Kearney State College in Kearney, NE where he earned a degree in Business Administration.On June 3, 1973, Tom married the love of his life, Nancy Alice (Wolzen) Ott in Minden, NE. The couple became parents to two sons: Christopher and Michael.Tom was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, McCook, where he faithfully attended Bible study every Saturday morning.&nbsp; He enjoyed leisurely drives through the country, old cars, boating, camping and giving everyone he knew a hard time.&nbsp; Tom rarely missed an early morning cup of coffee with his 5:30am McDonald’s Coffee Club.&nbsp;Tom was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nancy Ott in 2018; son, Christopher Ott, and grandson, Ethan Christopher Ott.Those left to celebrate his life include his son, Michael (Tiffany) Ott of Council Bluffs, IA; daughter in law, Natalie Ott of Parker, CO; brother, Jack (Carol ) Ott of Elkhorn, NE; sisters, Helen (Jimmy) Brash of Omaha, NE and Jill Ott of Sun City, AZ; grandchildren, Dawson, Owen, Jenna, Olivia and Nicholas; friend, Dorothy Gruhn of&nbsp; Indianola, NE; his 5:30am coffee friends and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp;Visitation will be held Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 5 to 7PM at Carpenter-Breland Funeral Home in McCook.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends.Funeral Services with a closed casket will be held Friday, May 26, 2023, beginning at 10AM at Peace Lutheran Church in McCook with Pastor Lonnie Felcher, officiating.&nbsp;Graveside services will follow at 2PM in the Alma Cemetery located in Alma, NE.Memorials are suggested in lieu of flowers to No Stomach For Cancer P.O. Box 46070 Madison, WI 53744.

Thomas Ott (1951-2023)

Norma Jean (Nelson) Cochran age 79 of McCook, passed away at her home on April 28, 2023 with her family surrounding her.&nbsp; She was born in Denver, CO on July 14, 1943, to Richard and Jean (Grindinger) Nelson. She attained her GED.&nbsp;

Norma was united in marriage to Harley McNeil Cochran on June 20, 1959. To this union four children were born: Steven, Bradley, Lori, and Karen.&nbsp;&nbsp;Harley preceded her in death on February 18, 2016.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was employed for 25 years as an aide at the Hillcrest Nursing Home of McCook, retiring in 2008.&nbsp;

The Cochran home had an open door policy, friends and neighborhood kids were always welcomed, they seldom rang or knocked.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma was a good listener to all who came by. She was a Prayer Warrior for anyone that asked her to pray for them or had any special intentions. She always wanted to know the name and used it in her prayers. She enjoyed going out and watching the moon and the stars. In recent years, her Sunday ritual was to go to Wendy’s for a junior bacon cheeseburger with a small frosty.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma enjoyed the daily calls from her kids and would make them feel guilty when they were lax in calling. &nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Jean; husband, Harley; sister, Carole Mayhugh; sisters-in-law, Dixie Wisehart and Barb Grundmayer; brother-in-law, Fred Cochran; nephews, Rich Nelson and Todd Wisehart.&nbsp;

Norma is survived by her children, Steven (MaryKay) Cochran of Kearney, Bradley (Melanie) Cochran of Imperial, Lori (Jim) Stull of McCook, Karen Cochran of McCook; 11 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, Rick (Hanneke) Nelson of Delta, CO, Andy (Jody) Nelson of Conifer, CO and brothers-in-law Larry Wisehart of Russell, KS and Sonny Mayhugh of Great Bend, KS.

Memorial Services will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook, officiating will be Rev. Trevor Smith.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Norma's name to the Community Hospital Hospice and Home Care. Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com. Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Norma Jean (Nelson) Cochran age 79 of McCook, passed away at her home on April 28, 2023 with her family surrounding her.&nbsp; She was born in Denver, CO on July 14, 1943, to Richard and Jean (Grindinger) Nelson. She attained her GED.&nbsp;Norma was united in marriage to Harley McNeil Cochran on June 20, 1959. To this union four children were born: Steven, Bradley, Lori, and Karen.&nbsp;&nbsp;Harley preceded her in death on February 18, 2016.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was employed for 25 years as an aide at the Hillcrest Nursing Home of McCook, retiring in 2008.&nbsp;The Cochran home had an open door policy, friends and neighborhood kids were always welcomed, they seldom rang or knocked.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma was a good listener to all who came by. She was a Prayer Warrior for anyone that asked her to pray for them or had any special intentions. She always wanted to know the name and used it in her prayers. She enjoyed going out and watching the moon and the stars. In recent years, her Sunday ritual was to go to Wendy’s for a junior bacon cheeseburger with a small frosty.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma enjoyed the daily calls from her kids and would make them feel guilty when they were lax in calling. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Jean; husband, Harley; sister, Carole Mayhugh; sisters-in-law, Dixie Wisehart and Barb Grundmayer; brother-in-law, Fred Cochran; nephews, Rich Nelson and Todd Wisehart.&nbsp;Norma is survived by her children, Steven (MaryKay) Cochran of Kearney, Bradley (Melanie) Cochran of Imperial, Lori (Jim) Stull of McCook, Karen Cochran of McCook; 11 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, Rick (Hanneke) Nelson of Delta, CO, Andy (Jody) Nelson of Conifer, CO and brothers-in-law Larry Wisehart of Russell, KS and Sonny Mayhugh of Great Bend, KS.Memorial Services will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook, officiating will be Rev. Trevor Smith.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook.&nbsp; Memorials may be left in Norma's name to the Community Hospital Hospice and Home Care. Friends may leave online condolences at herrmannfh.com. Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;

Norma Jean Cochran (1943-2023)

WANDA LEE PETERS, 86, of Ogallala, Nebraska, passed away on April 30, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family. Wanda was born on July 10, 1936, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, to Joseph "Joe" and Fern (Melius) Burke. She graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1954 and studied in Omaha, where she became a phlebotomist. Wanda worked for a doctor in Oshkosh and later at the clinic in Ogallala. Wanda married Pete Peters on February 18, 1958, at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh. They made their home in Ogallala for a short period before moving to their farmstead south of Roscoe, where they raised their family and worked together in farming and raising cattle. Wanda stopped working shortly after their marriage to dedicate herself to her family. Wanda had a wonderfully thoughtful nature. Wanda was always committed to expressing her care for others, whether it was through sending a thoughtful card or providing a comforting meal. She always modeled placing the needs of others before her own. Wanda was a classy and loving woman, a true matriarch of her family. Her nurturing spirit touched several generations of family, who would come to see her as a mother. She was a steady and quiet presence, full of gentleness. She and Pete shared an incredible bond and exhibited a model for love throughout their 64 years together. Wanda also deeply loved her children and grandchildren. Wanda was a longtime cancer survivor, having been diagnosed with an exceedingly rare form of stomach cancer in her thirties. Her experience with cancer inspired her to participate in several Relay for Life walks as a survivor, and she volunteered for hospice, providing comfort to others who were facing similar challenges. She was an active member of PEO. Wanda was a longtime volunteer for the Red Cross blood drives. She had also volunteered on the Roscoe Election Board for many years. The family wishes to extend a special word of thanks to Wanda's caregivers: Bonnie, Daisy, Patty, Michelle, and Lori. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Peters; her parents; and a sister, Lois Sodamann. She is survived by her children, Shane (Deb) Peters of Harrison, Tracy (Curt) Brown of Omaha, and Jill (Shawn) Skinner of Ogallala; four grandchildren, Kim (Andrew) Kuehl, Andrew Brown, Cole (Mara) Peters, and Michael Brown; two step-grandchildren, Brock and Merritt Skinner; and three great-grandchildren, Gracyn, Hudson, and Nicklinn Peters. Memorials are suggested to the Denver Children's Hospital or St. Luke's Catholic School in Wanda's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live. Memorial Mass will be on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 10:00 am at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Interment of Cremains will be in the Ash Hollow Cemetery. Rosary and wake service will be held on Wednesday at 7:00 pm at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>WANDA LEE PETERS, 86, of Ogallala, Nebraska, passed away on April 30, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family. Wanda was born on July 10, 1936, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, to Joseph "Joe" and Fern (Melius) Burke. She graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1954 and studied in Omaha, where she became a phlebotomist. Wanda worked for a doctor in Oshkosh and later at the clinic in Ogallala. Wanda married Pete Peters on February 18, 1958, at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh. They made their home in Ogallala for a short period before moving to their farmstead south of Roscoe, where they raised their family and worked together in farming and raising cattle. Wanda stopped working shortly after their marriage to dedicate herself to her family. Wanda had a wonderfully thoughtful nature. Wanda was always committed to expressing her care for others, whether it was through sending a thoughtful card or providing a comforting meal. She always modeled placing the needs of others before her own. Wanda was a classy and loving woman, a true matriarch of her family. Her nurturing spirit touched several generations of family, who would come to see her as a mother. She was a steady and quiet presence, full of gentleness. She and Pete shared an incredible bond and exhibited a model for love throughout their 64 years together. Wanda also deeply loved her children and grandchildren. Wanda was a longtime cancer survivor, having been diagnosed with an exceedingly rare form of stomach cancer in her thirties. Her experience with cancer inspired her to participate in several Relay for Life walks as a survivor, and she volunteered for hospice, providing comfort to others who were facing similar challenges. She was an active member of PEO. Wanda was a longtime volunteer for the Red Cross blood drives. She had also volunteered on the Roscoe Election Board for many years. The family wishes to extend a special word of thanks to Wanda's caregivers: Bonnie, Daisy, Patty, Michelle, and Lori. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Peters; her parents; and a sister, Lois Sodamann. She is survived by her children, Shane (Deb) Peters of Harrison, Tracy (Curt) Brown of Omaha, and Jill (Shawn) Skinner of Ogallala; four grandchildren, Kim (Andrew) Kuehl, Andrew Brown, Cole (Mara) Peters, and Michael Brown; two step-grandchildren, Brock and Merritt Skinner; and three great-grandchildren, Gracyn, Hudson, and Nicklinn Peters. Memorials are suggested to the Denver Children's Hospital or St. Luke's Catholic School in Wanda's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live. Memorial Mass will be on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 10:00 am at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala with Fr. Bryan Ernest as Celebrant. Interment of Cremains will be in the Ash Hollow Cemetery. Rosary and wake service will be held on Wednesday at 7:00 pm at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

Wanda L. Peters (1936-2023)

Albert Nelson Boson 77, of Gothenburg passed away on May 1, 2023. He was born May 19, 1945, to Earl and Beatrice (Meyers) Boson in McCook, Nebraska. Still a young child, Albert and his family moved to Hyattville, Wyoming. He graduated high school in Billings, Montana in 1963 and went to trade school to study mechanics. Albert met his life's love, Viola DuBry and on August 23, 1965; they were married in Cody, Wyoming. To this union, six children were born: Matthew, Luke, Mark, Tammie, Amy, and Nelson. The family lived in Wyoming, Montana, and finally settled in Nebraska. Last year, they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. Albert had many jobs throughout his life. While living in Wyoming, he worked as a mechanic, construction, drove trucks carrying supplies to oil rigs and at Dresser Minerals plant in Greybull. Once they moved to Gothenburg, he worked as a farm hand for Roland and Matt Lauer, Mann Hay Company, Jack &amp; Jill, and Monroe Auto Equipment. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, hiking, rock hunting, computer games, and spending time with his family. Any time outside was considered a good time. Anyone who knew Albert also knew that he was a jokester and always liked to pick on others, anything to make them laugh.

Survivors include his sons, Mark (Becky) Boson, Nelson (Randi Hamm) Boson all of Gothenburg. His daughters, Tammie (Mike) Henry of Cody Wyoming, and Amy Einspahr of Gothenburg. Ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. His brothers Richard (Josie) Boson of Lewiston, ID., Wayne Boson of Worland, WY., Charlie (Cindy) Boson of Hyattville, WY. Sisters, Nora (Fred) Mather of Worland, WY., Veda (Steve) Bristow of Gardnerville, NV., and Nancy Oches of Cody, WY. and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death was his wife Viola, infant sons Matthew and Luke Boson, parents Earl and Beatrice (Meyers) Boson, sister Susan Avert, parents in-law Lyle and Irene (Dishman) DuBry, brothers in-law Lynne Oches, Steve DuBry, William (Bill) DuBry, and sister in-law Judy DuBry.

Memorial services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 11:00 am.

In Lieu of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the family to offset the funeral expenses. Please send to c/o Mark Boson 1903 Lake Ave, Gothenburg, NE, 69138.

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 </figure>Albert Nelson Boson 77, of Gothenburg passed away on May 1, 2023. He was born May 19, 1945, to Earl and Beatrice (Meyers) Boson in McCook, Nebraska. Still a young child, Albert and his family moved to Hyattville, Wyoming. He graduated high school in Billings, Montana in 1963 and went to trade school to study mechanics. Albert met his life's love, Viola DuBry and on August 23, 1965; they were married in Cody, Wyoming. To this union, six children were born: Matthew, Luke, Mark, Tammie, Amy, and Nelson. The family lived in Wyoming, Montana, and finally settled in Nebraska. Last year, they celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. Albert had many jobs throughout his life. While living in Wyoming, he worked as a mechanic, construction, drove trucks carrying supplies to oil rigs and at Dresser Minerals plant in Greybull. Once they moved to Gothenburg, he worked as a farm hand for Roland and Matt Lauer, Mann Hay Company, Jack &amp; Jill, and Monroe Auto Equipment. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, hiking, rock hunting, computer games, and spending time with his family. Any time outside was considered a good time. Anyone who knew Albert also knew that he was a jokester and always liked to pick on others, anything to make them laugh.Survivors include his sons, Mark (Becky) Boson, Nelson (Randi Hamm) Boson all of Gothenburg. His daughters, Tammie (Mike) Henry of Cody Wyoming, and Amy Einspahr of Gothenburg. Ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. His brothers Richard (Josie) Boson of Lewiston, ID., Wayne Boson of Worland, WY., Charlie (Cindy) Boson of Hyattville, WY. Sisters, Nora (Fred) Mather of Worland, WY., Veda (Steve) Bristow of Gardnerville, NV., and Nancy Oches of Cody, WY. and many nieces and nephews.Preceding him in death was his wife Viola, infant sons Matthew and Luke Boson, parents Earl and Beatrice (Meyers) Boson, sister Susan Avert, parents in-law Lyle and Irene (Dishman) DuBry, brothers in-law Lynne Oches, Steve DuBry, William (Bill) DuBry, and sister in-law Judy DuBry.Memorial services will be held at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 11:00 am.In Lieu of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the family to offset the funeral expenses. Please send to c/o Mark Boson 1903 Lake Ave, Gothenburg, NE, 69138.

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