Gail Catherine Nelson, age 85, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, in Englewood, CO. Gail was born in Perkins County on May 6, 1938, and resided in Perkins County her entire life. She and her twin brother Gary Charles were the second and third children of Charles and Helen Andersen Hilferty.

Gail attended Madrid Consolidated Schools and graduated with the class of 1956. After high school, she moved to Denver and attended Saint Anthony School of Nursing. After completing nurse training, she returned to Perkins County, began her career with Perkins County Community Hospital, and continued working there for over fifty years.

Gail was married to Keith Nelson in 1958 and was married for sixty-two years. Two sons Martin (Lori) of Denver, CO, and Dennis (Julie) of Lincoln, NE, were born to this union.

Survivors include five grandchildren: Andrew (Hadley), Tyler (Erin), Travis, Troy (Kelsey Bohling), and Trina (John Popple), sisters Marian Glunz (Bill Robertson) of Elsie, and Sharon Day of Madrid and brothers Gary Hilferty (Karen) of Grant, NE, and Lyle (Wyvonne) Hilferty of Limon, CO. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Kaye Mankhey of Lincoln, NE, and Lynda Hilferty of Madrid, NE.

Preceding her in death were her husband, her parents, her in-laws, Frank and Helen Nelson, a sister, Dona, a brother, David, and nephews Tom Hilferty and Rob Mankhey.

A memorial has been established in Gail's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where services will be streamed live.

Services will be on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at 1 pm at the Grant E-Free Church with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Friday, from 4 pm until 7 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

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

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 </figure>Gail Catherine Nelson, age 85, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, in Englewood, CO. Gail was born in Perkins County on May 6, 1938, and resided in Perkins County her entire life. She and her twin brother Gary Charles were the second and third children of Charles and Helen Andersen Hilferty.Gail attended Madrid Consolidated Schools and graduated with the class of 1956. After high school, she moved to Denver and attended Saint Anthony School of Nursing. After completing nurse training, she returned to Perkins County, began her career with Perkins County Community Hospital, and continued working there for over fifty years.Gail was married to Keith Nelson in 1958 and was married for sixty-two years. Two sons Martin (Lori) of Denver, CO, and Dennis (Julie) of Lincoln, NE, were born to this union.Survivors include five grandchildren: Andrew (Hadley), Tyler (Erin), Travis, Troy (Kelsey Bohling), and Trina (John Popple), sisters Marian Glunz (Bill Robertson) of Elsie, and Sharon Day of Madrid and brothers Gary Hilferty (Karen) of Grant, NE, and Lyle (Wyvonne) Hilferty of Limon, CO. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Kaye Mankhey of Lincoln, NE, and Lynda Hilferty of Madrid, NE.Preceding her in death were her husband, her parents, her in-laws, Frank and Helen Nelson, a sister, Dona, a brother, David, and nephews Tom Hilferty and Rob Mankhey.A memorial has been established in Gail's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where services will be streamed live.Services will be on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at 1 pm at the Grant E-Free Church with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Interment will be in the Madrid Cemetery.Visitation will be on Friday, from 4 pm until 7 pm, at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

Gail Nelson (1938-2023)

Karl Christian Mohler, 56 of North Platte Nebraska died at home on 8 December 2023. &nbsp;Known as K.C. to his family, he was born on 19 Jan, 1967 at McDill AFB in Tampa, Florida. &nbsp;K.C. attended Biloxi High School in Mississippi and graduated from Hirschi High School in Wichita Falls, Texas. He then enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served proudly for 8 years as a munition’s technician. He met his beloved wife, Lisa while stationed at Mt. Home, Idaho. &nbsp;Shortly after their marriage on 16 July, 1988, K.C. served an isolated one-year tour in Korea. &nbsp;Upon his return, Lisa rejoined him at Dyess AFB. While serving there, he took a part time job delivering for Pizza Hut. &nbsp;After leaving the Air Force, he was promoted to Shift Leader in the Abilene store and was later selected to manage the Pizza Hut franchise in Stamford, Texas. &nbsp;In 1998, capitalizing on his military experience, he graduated from Professional Commercial Truck Driving school, driving for Frozen Food Express for 8 years before transferring to Crete Carrier Corporation in 2006. &nbsp;He served the Nation’s rural and metropolitan areas driving trucks and delivering goods for 25 years. &nbsp;He earned a “One-Million-Mile Safe Driving Award” and earned a position on Crete’s contract with Walmart in North Platte Nebraska. &nbsp;Throughout his Truck-driving career, he cultivated relationships with store managers and was well known for providing excellent customer service.

Karl is survived by his wife, Lisa Mohler, his parents Leila and Harlan Mohler of Arden North Carolina, his brother Ricky Mohler of Bastrop Texas, sisters, Vennessa Hagan of Arden, North Carolina, and Shelley Zaidi of Anchorage, Alaska, as well as nieces Meghan Delhomme and Amanda Brennen, his nephew, Trevor Hagan, his Uncle and Aunt, Thomas and Caroline Mohler of Broken Bow, Nebraska, as well as many other family members and friends.

K.C. loved serving in the Air Force as did his entire family. &nbsp;After separating from the service, he gave his family license plates that sported an Air Force logo stating, “Serving Your Family; That’s What My Family Does.” &nbsp;Service represents the essence of K.C.’s character. &nbsp;In High School he supported his friends through difficult times. &nbsp;During his time at Dyess, he taught Bible Study classes. He took care of elderly neighbors in Stamford, Texas. &nbsp;He taught healthy cooking and encouraged others in exercise. &nbsp;During their time in Idaho Karl and Lisa loved riding horses together and assisted in some of the wild horse roundups. &nbsp;His sense of adventure led him to snow camping, tubing on the river, hikes with Lisa and enjoying the outdoors. He was also an accomplished artist, specializing in pen and ink and charcoal drawings. &nbsp;Always trying to make others laugh, he’d stay connected to family by texting and sending jokes. &nbsp;K.C. was generous, always serving and helping others. &nbsp;He is remembered by his family as a loving husband, son, and brother. &nbsp;Take Me Home Country Roads was one of his favorite songs. &nbsp;Karl is home now, enveloped in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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 </figure>Karl Christian Mohler, 56 of North Platte Nebraska died at home on 8 December 2023. &nbsp;Known as K.C. to his family, he was born on 19 Jan, 1967 at McDill AFB in Tampa, Florida. &nbsp;K.C. attended Biloxi High School in Mississippi and graduated from Hirschi High School in Wichita Falls, Texas. He then enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served proudly for 8 years as a munition’s technician. He met his beloved wife, Lisa while stationed at Mt. Home, Idaho. &nbsp;Shortly after their marriage on 16 July, 1988, K.C. served an isolated one-year tour in Korea. &nbsp;Upon his return, Lisa rejoined him at Dyess AFB. While serving there, he took a part time job delivering for Pizza Hut. &nbsp;After leaving the Air Force, he was promoted to Shift Leader in the Abilene store and was later selected to manage the Pizza Hut franchise in Stamford, Texas. &nbsp;In 1998, capitalizing on his military experience, he graduated from Professional Commercial Truck Driving school, driving for Frozen Food Express for 8 years before transferring to Crete Carrier Corporation in 2006. &nbsp;He served the Nation’s rural and metropolitan areas driving trucks and delivering goods for 25 years. &nbsp;He earned a “One-Million-Mile Safe Driving Award” and earned a position on Crete’s contract with Walmart in North Platte Nebraska. &nbsp;Throughout his Truck-driving career, he cultivated relationships with store managers and was well known for providing excellent customer service.Karl is survived by his wife, Lisa Mohler, his parents Leila and Harlan Mohler of Arden North Carolina, his brother Ricky Mohler of Bastrop Texas, sisters, Vennessa Hagan of Arden, North Carolina, and Shelley Zaidi of Anchorage, Alaska, as well as nieces Meghan Delhomme and Amanda Brennen, his nephew, Trevor Hagan, his Uncle and Aunt, Thomas and Caroline Mohler of Broken Bow, Nebraska, as well as many other family members and friends.K.C. loved serving in the Air Force as did his entire family. &nbsp;After separating from the service, he gave his family license plates that sported an Air Force logo stating, “Serving Your Family; That’s What My Family Does.” &nbsp;Service represents the essence of K.C.’s character. &nbsp;In High School he supported his friends through difficult times. &nbsp;During his time at Dyess, he taught Bible Study classes. He took care of elderly neighbors in Stamford, Texas. &nbsp;He taught healthy cooking and encouraged others in exercise. &nbsp;During their time in Idaho Karl and Lisa loved riding horses together and assisted in some of the wild horse roundups. &nbsp;His sense of adventure led him to snow camping, tubing on the river, hikes with Lisa and enjoying the outdoors. He was also an accomplished artist, specializing in pen and ink and charcoal drawings. &nbsp;Always trying to make others laugh, he’d stay connected to family by texting and sending jokes. &nbsp;K.C. was generous, always serving and helping others. &nbsp;He is remembered by his family as a loving husband, son, and brother. &nbsp;Take Me Home Country Roads was one of his favorite songs. &nbsp;Karl is home now, enveloped in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Karl Christian Mohler (1967-2023)

Sandra “Sandy” Bondegard, 64, of Lodgepole passed away Saturday, December 16. 2023 in Longmont.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the Lodgepole Community Service with a gathering of family and friends to follow until 3:00 pm.&nbsp; Burial in the Pleasant View Cemetery will be held at a later date.

The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals)">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals)</a>&nbsp;and available to watch after the service.

Memorials in Sandy’s name can be made to Lodgepole Fire Department or the Lodgepole United Methodist Church.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Bondegard Family.

Family and friends can leave condolences at <a href="http://www.bondegardfunerals.com">www.bondegardfunerals.co</a>

Sandra Lee was born February 9, 1959, in Chappell to Gilbert and Janice (Booth) Christensen.&nbsp; She grew up in Chappell and attended school there graduating in 1977.&nbsp; After high school, she went to work for her mom at Jan’s Coffee Cup.&nbsp; Throughout the years, she cooked at many different restaurants in the area.

She was united in marriage to Jimmie Bondegard on March 12, 1981.&nbsp; They welcomed Brandon Lloyd in April 1981 and James Joseph in March of 1986.

Sandy enjoyed kids, crocheting, reading, cooking, especially enchiladas, but above all she loved her family, keeping track of all her nieces and nephews through Facebook and phone calls.&nbsp; Her favorite times were visits from friends and her grand-furbabies.

She is survived by her husband, Jimmie of Lodgepole; 2 sons, Brandon (Amy) Bondegard of Sidney and James (Paula) Bondegard of Oshkosh; siblings, Donald Christensen and Debbie Christensen; special friends, Mary Jo and Terry Klinetobe; and many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert Christensen and Janice (Jerry) McGowan; sisters, Susan and Brenda; and her kitty Callie.

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 </figure>Sandra “Sandy” Bondegard, 64, of Lodgepole passed away Saturday, December 16. 2023 in Longmont.Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the Lodgepole Community Service with a gathering of family and friends to follow until 3:00 pm.&nbsp; Burial in the Pleasant View Cemetery will be held at a later date.The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals)">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals)</a>&nbsp;and available to watch after the service.Memorials in Sandy’s name can be made to Lodgepole Fire Department or the Lodgepole United Methodist Church.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Chappell is serving the Bondegard Family.Family and friends can leave condolences at <a href="http://www.bondegardfunerals.com">www.bondegardfunerals.co</a>Sandra Lee was born February 9, 1959, in Chappell to Gilbert and Janice (Booth) Christensen.&nbsp; She grew up in Chappell and attended school there graduating in 1977.&nbsp; After high school, she went to work for her mom at Jan’s Coffee Cup.&nbsp; Throughout the years, she cooked at many different restaurants in the area.She was united in marriage to Jimmie Bondegard on March 12, 1981.&nbsp; They welcomed Brandon Lloyd in April 1981 and James Joseph in March of 1986.Sandy enjoyed kids, crocheting, reading, cooking, especially enchiladas, but above all she loved her family, keeping track of all her nieces and nephews through Facebook and phone calls.&nbsp; Her favorite times were visits from friends and her grand-furbabies.She is survived by her husband, Jimmie of Lodgepole; 2 sons, Brandon (Amy) Bondegard of Sidney and James (Paula) Bondegard of Oshkosh; siblings, Donald Christensen and Debbie Christensen; special friends, Mary Jo and Terry Klinetobe; and many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert Christensen and Janice (Jerry) McGowan; sisters, Susan and Brenda; and her kitty Callie.

Sandy Bondegard (1959-2023)

Jolene Krems, age 74 of Sidney, NE passed away in her home in Sidney, NE on Monday, December 4, 2023.

Jolene was born to Margaret and Melvin Krems on October 9th, 1949 in Julesburg, CO. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, cousin, and friend. She grew up in Big Springs, NE and graduated from Big Springs High. She enjoyed hosting family at numerous Octoberfest celebrations while living in Sidney. She loved watching Nebraska football and traveling with her mother on road trips throughout the US.

She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Rodney, and nephew, David.

She is survived by her brother Robert and wife, Beth, sister Carol and husband, Jim, nieces and nephews: Pennie, Michelle, Steven, Melissa, Kimberly, and Michael.

No local services are planned at this time. A graveside service will be held at the Big Springs Cemetery in Big Springs, NE on January 6th, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Big Springs Volunteer Fire Department.

You may view Jolene's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com.

Jolene Krems, age 74 of Sidney, NE passed away in her home in Sidney, NE on Monday, December 4, 2023.Jolene was born to Margaret and Melvin Krems on October 9th, 1949 in Julesburg, CO. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, cousin, and friend. She grew up in Big Springs, NE and graduated from Big Springs High. She enjoyed hosting family at numerous Octoberfest celebrations while living in Sidney. She loved watching Nebraska football and traveling with her mother on road trips throughout the US.She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Rodney, and nephew, David.She is survived by her brother Robert and wife, Beth, sister Carol and husband, Jim, nieces and nephews: Pennie, Michelle, Steven, Melissa, Kimberly, and Michael.No local services are planned at this time. A graveside service will be held at the Big Springs Cemetery in Big Springs, NE on January 6th, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Big Springs Volunteer Fire Department.You may view Jolene's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com.

Jolene Krems (1949-2023)

&nbsp; Kelly Joseph Liewer was born September 16, 1934, at Butte, Nebraska, to Edward W. and Leone C. (Tiefenthaler) Liewer. He grew up and attended school in Butte, spending his summers on the Al and Laurine Engelhaupt ranch. Kelly graduated from Butte High School in 1952, excelling in athletics. He continued his education attending the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN. for several years completing his bachelor’s degree at Peru State College.

While attending Peru State, Kelly met Thelma Conyac and the couple were married on May 27, 1957, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Hamburg, Iowa. They settled briefly in Peru while attending summer school and then embarked on careers in teaching and secondary education administration. Kelly was a principal and superintendent of schools in St. Edward, Nebraska, and superintendent of schools in Palmyra, Nebraska. He earned his Doctorate in Education from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, in 1968, and began a thirty-year career as the Registrar of Peru State College.

Kelly and Thelma, along with their growing family, made their home in Peru. After raising their family, Kelly and Thelma moved to Auburn, Nebraska, in 1988, and retired to Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1998.

Kelly was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church of Lincoln. He enjoyed many activities throughout his life including fishing, pheasant hunting, bowling, horseshoe pitching, playing cards, and attending Peru State and the University of Nebraska Athletics events especially Husker Volleyball with Thelma.

Golf was a passion and he looked forward to warm weather every year. Kelly especially loved to follow his children and grandchildren in the events that they participated in. Reviewing each and every play of a game was a favorite.

Kelly passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023, at his home in Lincoln. He was 89 years of age.

Kelly was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Thelma, parents, sister, Patricia (Rollie) Beran, father and mother-in-law; Hector and Julia Conyac, brother-in-law: Bud (Iva) Conyac and nephew, Chris (Dee) Conyac.

Survivors Include: Son: Michael (Cynthia) Liewer, Imperial, NE, Son: Patrick (Colleen) Liewer, of Omaha, NE. Daughter: Ronda (Scott) Reid of Auburn, NE. Son: Thomas Liewer of Elk Grove Village, IL. Daughter: Julie (Jim) Svajgl of Council Bluffs, IA. Grandchildren: James (Jenna) Reid, Matthew Liewer, Katherine (Michael) Ray, David (Nichole) Reid, Kelly Danaher, Patricia Reid, Jaclyn (Jeremy) Harris, Nicole (Will) Northey, Shannon (Kelton) Fisher, and Veronica Svajgl. Great-Grandchildren: Luke, Laden, Maya, Miles, Payton, Eli, Addyson, Max, Trek, Jack, Drew, and Baby Harris.

Rosary Tuesday, Dec 19 at 7:00 P.M. at Butherus, Maser &amp; Love Funeral Home 4040 A Street.

Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, December 20 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church, 735 S. 36th Street in Lincoln.

&nbsp; Kelly Joseph Liewer was born September 16, 1934, at Butte, Nebraska, to Edward W. and Leone C. (Tiefenthaler) Liewer. He grew up and attended school in Butte, spending his summers on the Al and Laurine Engelhaupt ranch. Kelly graduated from Butte High School in 1952, excelling in athletics. He continued his education attending the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN. for several years completing his bachelor’s degree at Peru State College.While attending Peru State, Kelly met Thelma Conyac and the couple were married on May 27, 1957, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Hamburg, Iowa. They settled briefly in Peru while attending summer school and then embarked on careers in teaching and secondary education administration. Kelly was a principal and superintendent of schools in St. Edward, Nebraska, and superintendent of schools in Palmyra, Nebraska. He earned his Doctorate in Education from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, in 1968, and began a thirty-year career as the Registrar of Peru State College.Kelly and Thelma, along with their growing family, made their home in Peru. After raising their family, Kelly and Thelma moved to Auburn, Nebraska, in 1988, and retired to Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1998.Kelly was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church of Lincoln. He enjoyed many activities throughout his life including fishing, pheasant hunting, bowling, horseshoe pitching, playing cards, and attending Peru State and the University of Nebraska Athletics events especially Husker Volleyball with Thelma.Golf was a passion and he looked forward to warm weather every year. Kelly especially loved to follow his children and grandchildren in the events that they participated in. Reviewing each and every play of a game was a favorite.Kelly passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023, at his home in Lincoln. He was 89 years of age.Kelly was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Thelma, parents, sister, Patricia (Rollie) Beran, father and mother-in-law; Hector and Julia Conyac, brother-in-law: Bud (Iva) Conyac and nephew, Chris (Dee) Conyac.Survivors Include: Son: Michael (Cynthia) Liewer, Imperial, NE, Son: Patrick (Colleen) Liewer, of Omaha, NE. Daughter: Ronda (Scott) Reid of Auburn, NE. Son: Thomas Liewer of Elk Grove Village, IL. Daughter: Julie (Jim) Svajgl of Council Bluffs, IA. Grandchildren: James (Jenna) Reid, Matthew Liewer, Katherine (Michael) Ray, David (Nichole) Reid, Kelly Danaher, Patricia Reid, Jaclyn (Jeremy) Harris, Nicole (Will) Northey, Shannon (Kelton) Fisher, and Veronica Svajgl. Great-Grandchildren: Luke, Laden, Maya, Miles, Payton, Eli, Addyson, Max, Trek, Jack, Drew, and Baby Harris.Rosary Tuesday, Dec 19 at 7:00 P.M. at Butherus, Maser &amp; Love Funeral Home 4040 A Street.Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, December 20 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church, 735 S. 36th Street in Lincoln.

Dr. Kelly Joseph Liewer (1934-2023)

Kenny was a proud Veteran, dog lover, avid sports fan, uncle and friend.&nbsp; He peacefully passed away at the Western Nebraska Veterans Home in the early morning of December 16, 2023 at age 76 joining his best friends over the rainbow bridge.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Graveside Memorial Services are pending and will be posted when available.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Roudebush family.

He was born to Ross and Sheila (Hinsdale) Roudebush on January 13, 1947 in Oshkosh, NE.&nbsp; He was one of five children. He grew up in Oshkosh and attended Oshkosh Elementary School and graduated from Garden County High School in 1965.&nbsp; Following graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and entered into service, June 1965. He earned the rank of E5. He was discharged in May 1974.

He then worked for McDonall Douglass as a computer programmer.&nbsp; He married and divorced during this time.&nbsp; Following this venture, he moved back to the Oshkosh area and began a long career as an over the road truck driver.

Kenny was an avid animal lover who spoiled each and every dog he ever owned.&nbsp; He was all about rescuing animals in need. He always made sure they had more food and snacks than he had.&nbsp; Kenny was part of the Ogallala Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star and the Chappell VFW.&nbsp; He loved family holidays and enjoyed playing cards with his siblings. He loved watching Husker football and volleyball as well as all of the Eagles sports.

Kenny enjoyed dining out and socializing at local restaurants.

Kenny is survived by special family members, Teresa &amp; Dale Jenkins and Tammy Krauter as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Kenny was a proud Veteran, dog lover, avid sports fan, uncle and friend.&nbsp; He peacefully passed away at the Western Nebraska Veterans Home in the early morning of December 16, 2023 at age 76 joining his best friends over the rainbow bridge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Graveside Memorial Services are pending and will be posted when available.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Roudebush family.He was born to Ross and Sheila (Hinsdale) Roudebush on January 13, 1947 in Oshkosh, NE.&nbsp; He was one of five children. He grew up in Oshkosh and attended Oshkosh Elementary School and graduated from Garden County High School in 1965.&nbsp; Following graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and entered into service, June 1965. He earned the rank of E5. He was discharged in May 1974.He then worked for McDonall Douglass as a computer programmer.&nbsp; He married and divorced during this time.&nbsp; Following this venture, he moved back to the Oshkosh area and began a long career as an over the road truck driver.Kenny was an avid animal lover who spoiled each and every dog he ever owned.&nbsp; He was all about rescuing animals in need. He always made sure they had more food and snacks than he had.&nbsp; Kenny was part of the Ogallala Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star and the Chappell VFW.&nbsp; He loved family holidays and enjoyed playing cards with his siblings. He loved watching Husker football and volleyball as well as all of the Eagles sports.Kenny enjoyed dining out and socializing at local restaurants.Kenny is survived by special family members, Teresa &amp; Dale Jenkins and Tammy Krauter as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Kenneth "Kenny" Roudebush (1947-2023)

Betty Ann Armknecht Morrison, 90, of Ogallala, passed away on December 14, 2023, at North Platte, Nebraska.

Betty was born July 11, 1933, at Orum, Nebraska, to Harvey Frederick and Mildred Anna Amanda Marie (Walkenhorst) Ahlmeyer. She was Baptized at St Paul's Lutheran Church on July 28, 1933, and in March of 1947, Betty Ann was Confirmed in the faith.

On May 28, 1950, Betty married Ervin Arthur Armknecht at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. The couple briefly made their home in Ogallala before moving to the homeplace south of town, where they farmed and raised their four children: Kathy, Deb, Cheryl, and Kevin. The two loved to square dance whenever they got the chance or share a game of cards with the neighbors.

Betty was a woman of great faith, ambition, talent, and hard work. She owned and operated a candy store at the Dutchess Hotel with her sister-in-law, Pauline Armknecht for a short time. Following that, she specialized in baking cakes for hundreds of weddings over the years. Her cakes garnered renown over the years; her frosting recipe is still a guarded family treasure.

Betty was also an excellent seamstress and made the wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses for all of her daughters' weddings. She was sewing into her 90th year, one of the many proofs that Betty did not eat the bread of idleness. She was also an excellent woodworker.

Betty drew up the plans for the home they built south of town, and when Ervin passed away, she took over the farm with the help of her children. She loved to garden and put up produce. Part of their life on the farm involved raising turkeys and chickens, ensuring there were always enough eggs for making cakes and fried chicken for family meals on Sundays.

On April 18, 1987, Betty married Larry Morrison at Oshkosh, and the couple was blessed with 25 years together.

Betty will be remembered in countless ways by her family, especially through the lens of her faith. Betty's Confirmation verse, 1 Corinthians 6:20, is especially resonant as her life's story shows the many ways that she glorified God in what He graciously gave her.

Betty was preceded in death by spouses, Ervin Armknecht and Larry Morrison; three grandchildren, Brian Keith Eichner, Timothy Scott Eichner, and Troy Lynn Rosentrater; and a stepdaughter, Lynn Morrison.

Survivors include her children, Kathy (Paul) Taylor of Ogallala, Deb (Jerry) Rosentrater of Elsie, and Cheryl (Kurt) Schiel of North Platte, Kevin (Deb) Armknecht of Ogallala; stepchildren, Lori Morrison of Joplin, MO, Lisa (Randy) Smith of Kearney; 11 grandchildren, Jeff (Jamie) Eichner &amp; Jarret (Jamee) Eichner of North Platte, Chad (Suzi) Rosentrater &amp; Scott (Mindy) Rosentrater of Elsie, Stacey (Quinton) Patzlaff of Alexandria, SD, Matt (Kara) Pedersen &amp; Brady (Katie) Pedersen of Omaha, Krissa Pedersen of Long Island, Tom (Tracey) Armknecht of Spalding, Amanda (Shane) Harger &amp; Travis (Laykne) Armknecht of Ogallala; 39 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Connie Cook of Ogallala; along with many other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St Paul's Lutheran Church Organ Fund or to the Orphan Grain Train in her memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 1:30 pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.

Memorial book signing will be from 4 pm until 6 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 20.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Betty Ann Armknecht Morrison, 90, of Ogallala, passed away on December 14, 2023, at North Platte, Nebraska.Betty was born July 11, 1933, at Orum, Nebraska, to Harvey Frederick and Mildred Anna Amanda Marie (Walkenhorst) Ahlmeyer. She was Baptized at St Paul's Lutheran Church on July 28, 1933, and in March of 1947, Betty Ann was Confirmed in the faith.On May 28, 1950, Betty married Ervin Arthur Armknecht at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala. The couple briefly made their home in Ogallala before moving to the homeplace south of town, where they farmed and raised their four children: Kathy, Deb, Cheryl, and Kevin. The two loved to square dance whenever they got the chance or share a game of cards with the neighbors.Betty was a woman of great faith, ambition, talent, and hard work. She owned and operated a candy store at the Dutchess Hotel with her sister-in-law, Pauline Armknecht for a short time. Following that, she specialized in baking cakes for hundreds of weddings over the years. Her cakes garnered renown over the years; her frosting recipe is still a guarded family treasure.Betty was also an excellent seamstress and made the wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses for all of her daughters' weddings. She was sewing into her 90th year, one of the many proofs that Betty did not eat the bread of idleness. She was also an excellent woodworker.Betty drew up the plans for the home they built south of town, and when Ervin passed away, she took over the farm with the help of her children. She loved to garden and put up produce. Part of their life on the farm involved raising turkeys and chickens, ensuring there were always enough eggs for making cakes and fried chicken for family meals on Sundays.On April 18, 1987, Betty married Larry Morrison at Oshkosh, and the couple was blessed with 25 years together.Betty will be remembered in countless ways by her family, especially through the lens of her faith. Betty's Confirmation verse, 1 Corinthians 6:20, is especially resonant as her life's story shows the many ways that she glorified God in what He graciously gave her.Betty was preceded in death by spouses, Ervin Armknecht and Larry Morrison; three grandchildren, Brian Keith Eichner, Timothy Scott Eichner, and Troy Lynn Rosentrater; and a stepdaughter, Lynn Morrison.Survivors include her children, Kathy (Paul) Taylor of Ogallala, Deb (Jerry) Rosentrater of Elsie, and Cheryl (Kurt) Schiel of North Platte, Kevin (Deb) Armknecht of Ogallala; stepchildren, Lori Morrison of Joplin, MO, Lisa (Randy) Smith of Kearney; 11 grandchildren, Jeff (Jamie) Eichner &amp; Jarret (Jamee) Eichner of North Platte, Chad (Suzi) Rosentrater &amp; Scott (Mindy) Rosentrater of Elsie, Stacey (Quinton) Patzlaff of Alexandria, SD, Matt (Kara) Pedersen &amp; Brady (Katie) Pedersen of Omaha, Krissa Pedersen of Long Island, Tom (Tracey) Armknecht of Spalding, Amanda (Shane) Harger &amp; Travis (Laykne) Armknecht of Ogallala; 39 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Connie Cook of Ogallala; along with many other relatives and friends.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St Paul's Lutheran Church Organ Fund or to the Orphan Grain Train in her memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 1:30 pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala, with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Inurnment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.Memorial book signing will be from 4 pm until 6 pm at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 20.Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Morrison (1933-2023)

&nbsp;&nbsp; George Kermit Arterburn, age 95, of McCook, passed away at his home on December 14, 2023. He was born in Imperial on December 18, 1927 to Roley W. &amp; Ruby (Lock) Arterburn. Kermit attended and graduated from Imperial High School in 1945.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit married Wanda Belau in 1950 and to this union four children were born: Debra, Daniel, Thomas, and Lynda. On February 14, 1970 he was united in marriage to Charlene Seybold, and added another daughter, Chris, to the family. Kermit worked for McCook Equity and later formed a corporation of stockholders, which became known as Stockman’s Feed and Supply. In 1979 Kermit went out on his own starting Arterburn Construction, building custom homes with his sons and son-in-law. They built about 50 homes and did many remodels. The first (1977) and last (2000) homes were his and Charlene’s. Kermit was a craftsman and was the general contractor for the first Habitat for Humanity home in McCook. In addition, they built the current Humane Society building in McCook. In retirement, Kermit enjoyed puzzles, dominos and watching Wheel of Fortune. He was still able to mow his own yard.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit enjoyed his antique 1932 V-8 Ford, 1955 Thunderbird, 1961 Corvair and a 1928 International truck. He drove his vehicles in many parades in Nebraska. He and Charlene drove the 1932 Ford to South Dakota touring the Black Hills with a car club. He restored several antique tractors, including two for his nephews.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Roley &amp; Ruby; son, Daniel; siblings, Barbara (Herman) Banks, Roley Jr. (Alyce) Arterburn, Virginia (Ken) Spady and Keith (Hazel) Arterburn; son-in-law, Jim Winchell; mother-in-law Beulah Seybold; and his favorite mini-Pomeranian, Khole.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit is survived by his wife, Charlene; children: Deb Winchell, Tom (Cindi) Arterburn, Lynda (David) Kreutzer, and Chris (Randy) Zwickle; grandchildren: Joshua, Jennifer (Marc), Joel (Taryn), Jacob (Heather), Emma (Josh), Todd (Staci), Sara, Nicole (Matt), Cailee (Seth), Elissa (Bradley), and Andrea (Nick); great-grandchildren: Bentley, Harper, Drake, Corbin, Emersyn, Holden, Jase, Marah, Maeve, Everlea, Camden, Booker, Kealey, Ethan, Addyson, JD, Carson, Daniel, Joseph and Alvy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Sharon (Lynn) Riley and brother-in-law, Robert Seybold; along with many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 from 10am-5pm at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.

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 </figure>&nbsp;&nbsp; George Kermit Arterburn, age 95, of McCook, passed away at his home on December 14, 2023. He was born in Imperial on December 18, 1927 to Roley W. &amp; Ruby (Lock) Arterburn. Kermit attended and graduated from Imperial High School in 1945.&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit married Wanda Belau in 1950 and to this union four children were born: Debra, Daniel, Thomas, and Lynda. On February 14, 1970 he was united in marriage to Charlene Seybold, and added another daughter, Chris, to the family. Kermit worked for McCook Equity and later formed a corporation of stockholders, which became known as Stockman’s Feed and Supply. In 1979 Kermit went out on his own starting Arterburn Construction, building custom homes with his sons and son-in-law. They built about 50 homes and did many remodels. The first (1977) and last (2000) homes were his and Charlene’s. Kermit was a craftsman and was the general contractor for the first Habitat for Humanity home in McCook. In addition, they built the current Humane Society building in McCook. In retirement, Kermit enjoyed puzzles, dominos and watching Wheel of Fortune. He was still able to mow his own yard.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit enjoyed his antique 1932 V-8 Ford, 1955 Thunderbird, 1961 Corvair and a 1928 International truck. He drove his vehicles in many parades in Nebraska. He and Charlene drove the 1932 Ford to South Dakota touring the Black Hills with a car club. He restored several antique tractors, including two for his nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Roley &amp; Ruby; son, Daniel; siblings, Barbara (Herman) Banks, Roley Jr. (Alyce) Arterburn, Virginia (Ken) Spady and Keith (Hazel) Arterburn; son-in-law, Jim Winchell; mother-in-law Beulah Seybold; and his favorite mini-Pomeranian, Khole.&nbsp; &nbsp; Kermit is survived by his wife, Charlene; children: Deb Winchell, Tom (Cindi) Arterburn, Lynda (David) Kreutzer, and Chris (Randy) Zwickle; grandchildren: Joshua, Jennifer (Marc), Joel (Taryn), Jacob (Heather), Emma (Josh), Todd (Staci), Sara, Nicole (Matt), Cailee (Seth), Elissa (Bradley), and Andrea (Nick); great-grandchildren: Bentley, Harper, Drake, Corbin, Emersyn, Holden, Jase, Marah, Maeve, Everlea, Camden, Booker, Kealey, Ethan, Addyson, JD, Carson, Daniel, Joseph and Alvy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Sharon (Lynn) Riley and brother-in-law, Robert Seybold; along with many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Visitation will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 from 10am-5pm at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook.

George Kermit Arterburn (1927-2023)

Joy&nbsp;Chilcott is now safe in the arms of Jesus, her Savior. &nbsp;She passed away at her home in North Platte, NE, with family by her side on December 13, 2023, at the age of 93.

Joy was born July 30, 1930, in Morrisville, MO, to Glenn and Della "Mabel" Brown, one of five children. &nbsp;She grew up in several locations in Missouri and Nebraska and graduated from McCook High School in McCook, NE.

On August 5, 1951, Joy was united in marriage to Robert "Dennis" Chilcott at Indianola, NE. &nbsp;They raised six children and were together for 53 years.

Joy enjoyed caring for her family, serving others, bird watching, and working. &nbsp;She was fond of saying that working kept her young. &nbsp;After waitressing for nearly 50 years, she spent the last 15 years of her life working at Wal-Mart, finally retiring at age 92. &nbsp;Joy's positive, friendly attitude, and ready smile will be missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis, and their son, Fred; her parents, Glenn and Mabel; brother, Albert; sister, Helen; and grandson, Brian.

Those left to celebrate Joy's life include her children, Michael (Irene) Chilcott of Ogallala, Gail (Randy) Reznor of Scottsbluff, Mary (Scott) Miller of Doniphan and Paul (Cecilia) Chilcott and Helen LaRue of North Platte; 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a great great-granddaughter; her brothers, Stanley Brown and David (Sandy) Brown; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family.

Celebration of Life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Bethel E. Free Church with Dave Logsdon officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date in Indianola. &nbsp;The guest book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Women's Resource Center. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Joy&nbsp;Chilcott is now safe in the arms of Jesus, her Savior. &nbsp;She passed away at her home in North Platte, NE, with family by her side on December 13, 2023, at the age of 93.Joy was born July 30, 1930, in Morrisville, MO, to Glenn and Della "Mabel" Brown, one of five children. &nbsp;She grew up in several locations in Missouri and Nebraska and graduated from McCook High School in McCook, NE.On August 5, 1951, Joy was united in marriage to Robert "Dennis" Chilcott at Indianola, NE. &nbsp;They raised six children and were together for 53 years.Joy enjoyed caring for her family, serving others, bird watching, and working. &nbsp;She was fond of saying that working kept her young. &nbsp;After waitressing for nearly 50 years, she spent the last 15 years of her life working at Wal-Mart, finally retiring at age 92. &nbsp;Joy's positive, friendly attitude, and ready smile will be missed by many.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis, and their son, Fred; her parents, Glenn and Mabel; brother, Albert; sister, Helen; and grandson, Brian.Those left to celebrate Joy's life include her children, Michael (Irene) Chilcott of Ogallala, Gail (Randy) Reznor of Scottsbluff, Mary (Scott) Miller of Doniphan and Paul (Cecilia) Chilcott and Helen LaRue of North Platte; 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a great great-granddaughter; her brothers, Stanley Brown and David (Sandy) Brown; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family.Celebration of Life will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Bethel E. Free Church with Dave Logsdon officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date in Indianola. &nbsp;The guest book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Women's Resource Center. &nbsp;

Joy Chilcott (1930-2023)

Gerald “Jerry” or “Jer-Bear” Raymond Nowatzke, aged 71, passed away at his home in North Platte on December 13, 2023, surrounded by his family. &nbsp;He was welcomed into the world on June 12, 1952, in Harlan, IA, to Raymond and Madonna (Paollazzi) Nowatzke. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Jerry grew up as a farm boy in Harlan, IA, where he attended and graduated high school. &nbsp;Jerry met Diana and they were wed on November 11, 1990, in Fort Collins, CO and moved to North Platte, where they made their forever home. &nbsp;Upon entering into marriage with one another, Jerry and Diana combined their families, and adopted two children, making a total of twelve kids that they loved together: Dave, Roger, Scott, Jill, Robin, Lisa, Tom, Jodi, Marli, Mandi, Charlie, and Cher. &nbsp;Throughout their lives together, the couple fostered over 200 children, forever changing the lives of those kids. &nbsp;The family spent many summers at the lake in their 36-foot RV with two jet-skis, at a church convention, or an amusement park, making memories that will be cherished forever. &nbsp;Above all else, Jerry treasured his family and led by example, laying down a foundation for his children’s relationships in the way he treated his wife, Diana, as well as, everyone he came in contact with. &nbsp; He was a true gentleman, telling Diana everyday how beautiful she was and how much he loved her, holding her hand and opening every door for her. &nbsp;

Jerry worked as a sheet metal man for Weathercraft, beginning in 1990, until he and Diana established their own business in 1998, Arch Siding &amp; Seamless Gutter; “Arch” being an acronym for “Always Reliable Competent &amp; Honest”. &nbsp;Within their business, they also operated Archies Juices &amp; Smoothies, often employing and teaching their children the ins and outs of a business. &nbsp;In 2006, the business was sold to Weathercraft and Jerry began working for them again as a contractor this time. &nbsp;Jerry suffered a stroke in 2010 and was unable to continue his work as a contractor. &nbsp;However, being the stubborn and dedicated man he was, he started a job at Karl’s, where he worked for five years. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Jerry was always the calm in the chaos but the wild card too. &nbsp;He nurtured, loved, and taught his children, but wouldn’t pass up an opportunity to embarrass them either. &nbsp;He loved to travel all over Nebraska and Wyoming to watch his grandkids in all of their activities. &nbsp;He was the grandpa that snuck candy to the kids, even after grandma told them “no”. &nbsp;Jerry loved to garden his vegetables and was able to fix anything. &nbsp;He was also an avid Elvis Presley fanatic, an impersonator and a collector. &nbsp;Jerry also celebrated 43 years of sobriety this year and survived eight years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor; a true testament to the strength he had.

Those that remain to carry on the King’s legacy include his wife, Diana; children, Dave Nowatzke, Roger (Libby) Nowatzke, Scott (Kim) Nowatzke, Jill (Eugene) Ulrich, Robin (Jimmy) Wessel, Lisa McIntosh, Tom McIntosh, Jodi McIntosh, Marli (David) Jackson, Mandi (LeJae) Seipel, Charlie (Kallie) Nowatzke, Cher (Ryan) Smith; 35 grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Marie, John, Eugene, Ronnie, Theresa, and Mike; as well as many other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandchildren, Ashley and Aaron.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

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 </figure>Gerald “Jerry” or “Jer-Bear” Raymond Nowatzke, aged 71, passed away at his home in North Platte on December 13, 2023, surrounded by his family. &nbsp;He was welcomed into the world on June 12, 1952, in Harlan, IA, to Raymond and Madonna (Paollazzi) Nowatzke. &nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry grew up as a farm boy in Harlan, IA, where he attended and graduated high school. &nbsp;Jerry met Diana and they were wed on November 11, 1990, in Fort Collins, CO and moved to North Platte, where they made their forever home. &nbsp;Upon entering into marriage with one another, Jerry and Diana combined their families, and adopted two children, making a total of twelve kids that they loved together: Dave, Roger, Scott, Jill, Robin, Lisa, Tom, Jodi, Marli, Mandi, Charlie, and Cher. &nbsp;Throughout their lives together, the couple fostered over 200 children, forever changing the lives of those kids. &nbsp;The family spent many summers at the lake in their 36-foot RV with two jet-skis, at a church convention, or an amusement park, making memories that will be cherished forever. &nbsp;Above all else, Jerry treasured his family and led by example, laying down a foundation for his children’s relationships in the way he treated his wife, Diana, as well as, everyone he came in contact with. &nbsp; He was a true gentleman, telling Diana everyday how beautiful she was and how much he loved her, holding her hand and opening every door for her. &nbsp;Jerry worked as a sheet metal man for Weathercraft, beginning in 1990, until he and Diana established their own business in 1998, Arch Siding &amp; Seamless Gutter; “Arch” being an acronym for “Always Reliable Competent &amp; Honest”. &nbsp;Within their business, they also operated Archies Juices &amp; Smoothies, often employing and teaching their children the ins and outs of a business. &nbsp;In 2006, the business was sold to Weathercraft and Jerry began working for them again as a contractor this time. &nbsp;Jerry suffered a stroke in 2010 and was unable to continue his work as a contractor. &nbsp;However, being the stubborn and dedicated man he was, he started a job at Karl’s, where he worked for five years. &nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry was always the calm in the chaos but the wild card too. &nbsp;He nurtured, loved, and taught his children, but wouldn’t pass up an opportunity to embarrass them either. &nbsp;He loved to travel all over Nebraska and Wyoming to watch his grandkids in all of their activities. &nbsp;He was the grandpa that snuck candy to the kids, even after grandma told them “no”. &nbsp;Jerry loved to garden his vegetables and was able to fix anything. &nbsp;He was also an avid Elvis Presley fanatic, an impersonator and a collector. &nbsp;Jerry also celebrated 43 years of sobriety this year and survived eight years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor; a true testament to the strength he had.Those that remain to carry on the King’s legacy include his wife, Diana; children, Dave Nowatzke, Roger (Libby) Nowatzke, Scott (Kim) Nowatzke, Jill (Eugene) Ulrich, Robin (Jimmy) Wessel, Lisa McIntosh, Tom McIntosh, Jodi McIntosh, Marli (David) Jackson, Mandi (LeJae) Seipel, Charlie (Kallie) Nowatzke, Cher (Ryan) Smith; 35 grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Marie, John, Eugene, Ronnie, Theresa, and Mike; as well as many other family members and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; grandchildren, Ashley and Aaron.Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Gerald "Jerry" Raymond Nowatzke (1952-2023)

Florence (Burrier) Wing passed away in the early morning hours on December 13th, 2023 at the age of 87.

Florence was born on the 6th of October, 1936 in Charles City, Iowa, to Harry Sr. and Helen (Humble) Burrier. &nbsp;On April 20, 1957, she married the love of her life, Leslie Allen Wing in Iowa. &nbsp;To this union were born three children: Mike, Paul (Sherry), and Debbie (Bob) Dibble. &nbsp;Les' employment (IBM) led to the family moving from Kansas City, MO to Poughkeepsie, NY, to Atlantic City, NJ, to Salt Lake City, UT, to Montreal, Quebec, CAN, to Akron, OH and eventually to North Platte, NE. &nbsp;Through it all, Florence managed the details of each move while caring for three children. &nbsp;Florence loved antiques and later in life conducted estate sales in Northeast Ohio and loved to talk about the people she worked with and the treasures they found. &nbsp; Florence was stubborn (a character trait passed on to her son, Paul) and very private. &nbsp;She loved adventure; at 82 years old she went skydiving, loved riding on Mike’s motorcycle (Fast), and was making plans to go zip-lining.

During the last Thanksgiving together, Florence wanted to cut down on the size of the meal to prevent unnecessary waste and save on cost (to say that Florence pinched pennies would be an understatement). &nbsp;After buying a large turkey breast with all of the fixings to go along with the meal, Florence then realized that certain family members preferred drumsticks, so she purchased a pack of 4. &nbsp;Others liked wings, so she purchased a pack of 8. &nbsp;When all was said and done, the “Franken-turkey” cost more than a regular turkey and there was enough left over to feed a third-world nation. &nbsp;Those privileged to know Florence will have many such memories. &nbsp;

Florence is survived by her children; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; a sister, Irene of Iowa and a brother, Harry Jr. of New Mexico. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leslie (2009); daughter-in-law, Barb; sisters, Betty Nixt, Darlene Kelvig, and Verna Pint; and brothers, Leonard and Larry; along with a great grandchild.

Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Grace Community Bible Church in North Platte with Pastor Doug Witzke (Cornerstone Bible Church, Crete, NE) officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow at Garfield Cemetery. &nbsp;Those wishing to sign the book may do so 9:00-5:00, Monday, December 18, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Florence (Burrier) Wing passed away in the early morning hours on December 13th, 2023 at the age of 87.Florence was born on the 6th of October, 1936 in Charles City, Iowa, to Harry Sr. and Helen (Humble) Burrier. &nbsp;On April 20, 1957, she married the love of her life, Leslie Allen Wing in Iowa. &nbsp;To this union were born three children: Mike, Paul (Sherry), and Debbie (Bob) Dibble. &nbsp;Les' employment (IBM) led to the family moving from Kansas City, MO to Poughkeepsie, NY, to Atlantic City, NJ, to Salt Lake City, UT, to Montreal, Quebec, CAN, to Akron, OH and eventually to North Platte, NE. &nbsp;Through it all, Florence managed the details of each move while caring for three children. &nbsp;Florence loved antiques and later in life conducted estate sales in Northeast Ohio and loved to talk about the people she worked with and the treasures they found. &nbsp; Florence was stubborn (a character trait passed on to her son, Paul) and very private. &nbsp;She loved adventure; at 82 years old she went skydiving, loved riding on Mike’s motorcycle (Fast), and was making plans to go zip-lining.During the last Thanksgiving together, Florence wanted to cut down on the size of the meal to prevent unnecessary waste and save on cost (to say that Florence pinched pennies would be an understatement). &nbsp;After buying a large turkey breast with all of the fixings to go along with the meal, Florence then realized that certain family members preferred drumsticks, so she purchased a pack of 4. &nbsp;Others liked wings, so she purchased a pack of 8. &nbsp;When all was said and done, the “Franken-turkey” cost more than a regular turkey and there was enough left over to feed a third-world nation. &nbsp;Those privileged to know Florence will have many such memories. &nbsp;Florence is survived by her children; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; a sister, Irene of Iowa and a brother, Harry Jr. of New Mexico. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leslie (2009); daughter-in-law, Barb; sisters, Betty Nixt, Darlene Kelvig, and Verna Pint; and brothers, Leonard and Larry; along with a great grandchild.Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Grace Community Bible Church in North Platte with Pastor Doug Witzke (Cornerstone Bible Church, Crete, NE) officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow at Garfield Cemetery. &nbsp;Those wishing to sign the book may do so 9:00-5:00, Monday, December 18, 2023 at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Florence Marie Wing (1936-2023)

Lorraine Rosane, 96, formerly of North Platte, died peacefully in Longmont, Colorado, at her daughter’s home on Dec. 9, 2023. She was born on Aug. 22, 1927, in Petersburg, Nebraska, to William and Julia Julich Leifeld and she married Raymond Rosane on April 6, 1948.

Lorraine worked for ten years in the dietary department at Great Plains Regional Medical Center preparing salads and desserts, but her specialty was baking pies. She volunteered at Meals on Wheels for 25 years and faithfully attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Evelyn; four sisters; two brothers; and her parents.

Lorraine is survived by her children, Robert (Christy) Rosane and Richard (Chris) Rosane of North Platte, Gladys Morrow of Longmont and Elaine (Mike Holt) Rosane of Alma; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and sister, Dolly (Feller) Baker of Neligh.

Lorraine was known for her infectious smile and a fondness for all things pink and sparkly. She bragged about her perfect attendance during her 12 years at St. John’s School in Petersburg. She loved country western music, dancing, Wheel of Fortune, sharing stories from her time in San Francisco, and most importantly, prayer. She will forever be remembered for her tasty homemade pelmenis, a family favorite!

On her final day, Lorraine was surrounded by love, with over 50 people sharing their affection, prayers, stories and a heartfelt song from across the country. She left this world knowing she was loved as she crossed over to heaven. Whenever you wear pink or hear a Johnny Cash song, think of Lorraine and smile.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to your local Meals on Wheels. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Lorraine Rosane, 96, formerly of North Platte, died peacefully in Longmont, Colorado, at her daughter’s home on Dec. 9, 2023. She was born on Aug. 22, 1927, in Petersburg, Nebraska, to William and Julia Julich Leifeld and she married Raymond Rosane on April 6, 1948.Lorraine worked for ten years in the dietary department at Great Plains Regional Medical Center preparing salads and desserts, but her specialty was baking pies. She volunteered at Meals on Wheels for 25 years and faithfully attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter, Evelyn; four sisters; two brothers; and her parents.Lorraine is survived by her children, Robert (Christy) Rosane and Richard (Chris) Rosane of North Platte, Gladys Morrow of Longmont and Elaine (Mike Holt) Rosane of Alma; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and sister, Dolly (Feller) Baker of Neligh.Lorraine was known for her infectious smile and a fondness for all things pink and sparkly. She bragged about her perfect attendance during her 12 years at St. John’s School in Petersburg. She loved country western music, dancing, Wheel of Fortune, sharing stories from her time in San Francisco, and most importantly, prayer. She will forever be remembered for her tasty homemade pelmenis, a family favorite!On her final day, Lorraine was surrounded by love, with over 50 people sharing their affection, prayers, stories and a heartfelt song from across the country. She left this world knowing she was loved as she crossed over to heaven. Whenever you wear pink or hear a Johnny Cash song, think of Lorraine and smile.A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to your local Meals on Wheels. &nbsp;

Lorraine Rosane (1927-2023)

Gerald “Gary” Glass age 80 of Whitman, NE died Sunday, December 10, 2023, at his home in Whitman.

Gerald Lee Glass was born on July 31, 1943, in Omaha, NE to Willard Hicks and Ena Margaret (Call) Glass.&nbsp; Gary lived in the Whitman area most of his life.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, a son Gerald Glass Jr., a stepson Wayne Glass, and a sister Gloria.

There will be no services held and Gary’s remains will be buried in the Whitman Cemetery.

Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen is handling the arrangements.

Gerald “Gary” Glass age 80 of Whitman, NE died Sunday, December 10, 2023, at his home in Whitman.Gerald Lee Glass was born on July 31, 1943, in Omaha, NE to Willard Hicks and Ena Margaret (Call) Glass.&nbsp; Gary lived in the Whitman area most of his life.Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, a son Gerald Glass Jr., a stepson Wayne Glass, and a sister Gloria.There will be no services held and Gary’s remains will be buried in the Whitman Cemetery.Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen is handling the arrangements.

Gerald "Gary" Lee Glass (1943-2023)

Gregory Charles Pfeiffer Frates rode to heaven on Sunday, December 10th from his home surrounded by his Mom Connie, Dad Chuck, sister Jodie, girlfriend Amy, Amy’s mom Cindy, and his best friend Corky Hill. &nbsp;He was 46 years old, born on July 6, 1977, lived in North Platte, NE, and spent the last two years of his life fearlessly fighting against glioblastoma. &nbsp;

Greg attended Brule public schools, and graduated from South Platte High School in May 1996. &nbsp;Two months later he entered boot camp and served our country in the Marine Corps for four years before being honorably discharged. &nbsp;The years to follow Greg eagerly signed up for a variety of “crazy” experiences and schooling. &nbsp;Greg lived a life without limits, and if there was an adventure to be had, he was the first in line. &nbsp;His extreme work ethic was equal to that of his love for life and the adventures it held. &nbsp;He spent a summer working as a hot shot smoke jumper, years following he worked in the coal mines of Colorado and South Dakota, and perhaps the most interesting job took him on multiple trips to the South Pole, Antarctica. &nbsp;There, he was a heavy equipment mechanic and was invited to be a part of the first crew to find a land route from McMurdo Station to the South Pole. While on the excursion he repelled down crevasses, took amazing pictures, and very few showers left them all smelling something ripe upon their arrival to the South Pole. Greg returned to school in Estherville, Iowa to become a certified wind turbine technician where this job took him all over the US and Honduras. &nbsp;He eventually gave up the traveling life of wind turbines to join the mechanic team at NPPD, Gerald Gentleman Station. &nbsp;This relocation also allowed for him to continue his love for helping out on the farm and cattle. He was active in multiple organizations: Masons (fifth generation), Military Honor Guard, VFW, Eagles, The American Legion, ABATE, and the veteran group Yah-Ta-Hay. &nbsp;

Greg’s smile was infectious, and his zest for life almost indescribable. &nbsp;One of the greatest loves of his life was logging thousands of miles on his rigid seat Harley (that had to be at least twenty years old) and a bag of wrenches. &nbsp;Often, he would be heard saying, “let me fix my hair” and ride.

Greg ran with bulls in Spain, climbed Devil’s Tower (finishing the climb with only one shoe), and took any opportunity to visit a museum on his travels. &nbsp;Greg Frates was an amazing human and as many know, and have stated, “He was one of a kind”. &nbsp;Greg loved life and lived it to the fullest. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Greg was preceded in death by his grandparents, his sister, Michaelynn, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his father, Charles, his mother, Connie, his sister, Jodie, his girlfriend, Amy Sutherland, his brother from another mother, Courtney Hill, three nephews: Gabe, Orion, Zain; aunts, uncles, cousins, Ride or Die buddies, and his beloved dog, The Duke of Frates.

Memorials are suggested to Toys for Tots. &nbsp;Online condolences and livestream of his service can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, December 15, 2023 at Harvest Christian Church with Rev. Jeremy Rinke officiating. Mason rites will be presented at the service. &nbsp;Burial will follow the service at the Brule Cemetery, Brule, Nebraska with full military honors. &nbsp;Visitation will be from noon – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, December 14, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of assisting the family. &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Greg Frates</figcaption>
 </figure>Gregory Charles Pfeiffer Frates rode to heaven on Sunday, December 10th from his home surrounded by his Mom Connie, Dad Chuck, sister Jodie, girlfriend Amy, Amy’s mom Cindy, and his best friend Corky Hill. &nbsp;He was 46 years old, born on July 6, 1977, lived in North Platte, NE, and spent the last two years of his life fearlessly fighting against glioblastoma. &nbsp;Greg attended Brule public schools, and graduated from South Platte High School in May 1996. &nbsp;Two months later he entered boot camp and served our country in the Marine Corps for four years before being honorably discharged. &nbsp;The years to follow Greg eagerly signed up for a variety of “crazy” experiences and schooling. &nbsp;Greg lived a life without limits, and if there was an adventure to be had, he was the first in line. &nbsp;His extreme work ethic was equal to that of his love for life and the adventures it held. &nbsp;He spent a summer working as a hot shot smoke jumper, years following he worked in the coal mines of Colorado and South Dakota, and perhaps the most interesting job took him on multiple trips to the South Pole, Antarctica. &nbsp;There, he was a heavy equipment mechanic and was invited to be a part of the first crew to find a land route from McMurdo Station to the South Pole. While on the excursion he repelled down crevasses, took amazing pictures, and very few showers left them all smelling something ripe upon their arrival to the South Pole. Greg returned to school in Estherville, Iowa to become a certified wind turbine technician where this job took him all over the US and Honduras. &nbsp;He eventually gave up the traveling life of wind turbines to join the mechanic team at NPPD, Gerald Gentleman Station. &nbsp;This relocation also allowed for him to continue his love for helping out on the farm and cattle. He was active in multiple organizations: Masons (fifth generation), Military Honor Guard, VFW, Eagles, The American Legion, ABATE, and the veteran group Yah-Ta-Hay. &nbsp;Greg’s smile was infectious, and his zest for life almost indescribable. &nbsp;One of the greatest loves of his life was logging thousands of miles on his rigid seat Harley (that had to be at least twenty years old) and a bag of wrenches. &nbsp;Often, he would be heard saying, “let me fix my hair” and ride.Greg ran with bulls in Spain, climbed Devil’s Tower (finishing the climb with only one shoe), and took any opportunity to visit a museum on his travels. &nbsp;Greg Frates was an amazing human and as many know, and have stated, “He was one of a kind”. &nbsp;Greg loved life and lived it to the fullest. &nbsp;&nbsp;Greg was preceded in death by his grandparents, his sister, Michaelynn, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his father, Charles, his mother, Connie, his sister, Jodie, his girlfriend, Amy Sutherland, his brother from another mother, Courtney Hill, three nephews: Gabe, Orion, Zain; aunts, uncles, cousins, Ride or Die buddies, and his beloved dog, The Duke of Frates.Memorials are suggested to Toys for Tots. &nbsp;Online condolences and livestream of his service can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, December 15, 2023 at Harvest Christian Church with Rev. Jeremy Rinke officiating. Mason rites will be presented at the service. &nbsp;Burial will follow the service at the Brule Cemetery, Brule, Nebraska with full military honors. &nbsp;Visitation will be from noon – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, December 14, at Adams &amp; Swanson Funeral Home who is in charge of assisting the family. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Gregory Charles Pfeiffer Frates (1977-2023)

&nbsp; Jack Claney, son of the late William and Pearl Claney, was born February 20, 1925. Jack passed away Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Imperial Manor Nursing Home. He was 98 years of age.

Jack’s family has a long history in the Imperial community. In the fall of 1916, Jack’s grandfather, Frank, and father, Bill, made a trip from Coggin, Iowa, to Nebraska. They were very impressed with Chase County, Nebraska. In March of 1917, Bill purchased a farm just east of Imperial, Nebraska.

The Bill Claney family and daughters resided in Imperial for a short time while their farm home was being constructed east of Imperial. They moved to the farm home in 1919. Their sons, Jim and Jack, were born in the farm home east of Imperial.

Jack graduated from Chase County High School in 1942. Jack remained on the farm until 1945 when he enlisted in the Army. Jack did basic training at Camp Roberts in California. Upon completion of training, he was shipped to Germany to Central Intelligence school in Oberammergau. Jack served the remainder of his service in Munich with the CIA. Jack was discharged from the Army in March 1947.

Jack returned to farming in Imperial which also included wheat land in eastern Colorado. He commuted between both farms by piloting his own airplane and fondly became known as the “suitcase farmer” which for many years remained his call name.

On August 12, 1950, Jack was united in marriage to Helen Smith Sandman. Helen’s husband, Ralph Sandman Jr., died in 1946 leaving her with her daughter, Sylvia. Jack became the father to Sylvia and raised her as his own. In 1951 the Claneys were blessed with another daughter, Tonda. Jack and Helen lived on the farm east of Imperial for over 40 years.

Jack served as Commander of the Andrew Kinder Post No 4688 Veterans of Foreign Wars and also served on the Chase County Fair Board. Jack was one of a six-man team of Chase and Dundy County wheat growers sent to Washington in 1959 to meet with members of Congress and appear before the committee which was considering proposed wheat legislation. Jack was also a member of the Chase County Stompers and a life member of the Imperial United Methodist Church. He also enjoyed golfing and hunting in his spare time.

The illness that took Jack’s life never overcame his spirit. He passed away with courage and grace, knowing for certain that he will be with us forever, cherished by his family and friends for the love and laughter he brought into our lives.

Jack was preceded in death by his wife Helen; daughter Sylvia Polly; parents Bill and Pearl Claney; sisters Lois Foutz and Faye Blevins; and brother Jim Claney.

Survivors include: Daughter: Tonda McGarr and husband Max of Imperial, NE. 3 Grandchildren: Christine Oetjen and husband Tim of Gilbert, AZ, Janette Reed and husband Eddie of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Russell Mann. 3 Great-Grandchildren: Zachary Oetjen of Gilbert, AZ, Brock and Emme Reed of Highlands Ranch, CO. Nephews: Jimmy Claney of Springfield, MO, and Jerry Foutz of Salt Lake City, UT.

Memorial Services for Jack will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023, 10:30 a.m. (MT), at the Imperial Methodist Church, with Pastor Brian Loy and Chaplain Tyler Thiessen officiating. Inurnment with full military honors will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial, NE.

A memorial, in Jack’s memory, has been suggested to the Andrew Kinder Post No 4688 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Imperial, NE. (Funds will be used for Mount Hope Cemetery flags)

On-line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1702332789160.jpeg" alt="Jack Claney" />
 <figcaption>Jack Claney</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp; Jack Claney, son of the late William and Pearl Claney, was born February 20, 1925. Jack passed away Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Imperial Manor Nursing Home. He was 98 years of age.Jack’s family has a long history in the Imperial community. In the fall of 1916, Jack’s grandfather, Frank, and father, Bill, made a trip from Coggin, Iowa, to Nebraska. They were very impressed with Chase County, Nebraska. In March of 1917, Bill purchased a farm just east of Imperial, Nebraska.The Bill Claney family and daughters resided in Imperial for a short time while their farm home was being constructed east of Imperial. They moved to the farm home in 1919. Their sons, Jim and Jack, were born in the farm home east of Imperial.Jack graduated from Chase County High School in 1942. Jack remained on the farm until 1945 when he enlisted in the Army. Jack did basic training at Camp Roberts in California. Upon completion of training, he was shipped to Germany to Central Intelligence school in Oberammergau. Jack served the remainder of his service in Munich with the CIA. Jack was discharged from the Army in March 1947.Jack returned to farming in Imperial which also included wheat land in eastern Colorado. He commuted between both farms by piloting his own airplane and fondly became known as the “suitcase farmer” which for many years remained his call name.On August 12, 1950, Jack was united in marriage to Helen Smith Sandman. Helen’s husband, Ralph Sandman Jr., died in 1946 leaving her with her daughter, Sylvia. Jack became the father to Sylvia and raised her as his own. In 1951 the Claneys were blessed with another daughter, Tonda. Jack and Helen lived on the farm east of Imperial for over 40 years.Jack served as Commander of the Andrew Kinder Post No 4688 Veterans of Foreign Wars and also served on the Chase County Fair Board. Jack was one of a six-man team of Chase and Dundy County wheat growers sent to Washington in 1959 to meet with members of Congress and appear before the committee which was considering proposed wheat legislation. Jack was also a member of the Chase County Stompers and a life member of the Imperial United Methodist Church. He also enjoyed golfing and hunting in his spare time.Jack was a kind and compassionate man.The illness that took Jack’s life never overcame his spirit. He passed away with courage and grace, knowing for certain that he will be with us forever, cherished by his family and friends for the love and laughter he brought into our lives.Jack was preceded in death by his wife Helen; daughter Sylvia Polly; parents Bill and Pearl Claney; sisters Lois Foutz and Faye Blevins; and brother Jim Claney.Survivors include: Daughter: Tonda McGarr and husband Max of Imperial, NE. 3 Grandchildren: Christine Oetjen and husband Tim of Gilbert, AZ, Janette Reed and husband Eddie of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Russell Mann. 3 Great-Grandchildren: Zachary Oetjen of Gilbert, AZ, Brock and Emme Reed of Highlands Ranch, CO. Nephews: Jimmy Claney of Springfield, MO, and Jerry Foutz of Salt Lake City, UT.Memorial Services for Jack will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023, 10:30 a.m. (MT), at the Imperial Methodist Church, with Pastor Brian Loy and Chaplain Tyler Thiessen officiating. Inurnment with full military honors will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial, NE.A memorial, in Jack’s memory, has been suggested to the Andrew Kinder Post No 4688 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Imperial, NE. (Funds will be used for Mount Hope Cemetery flags)On-line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com

Jack Claney (1925-2023)

Rosalee R. “Rosie” Kerk, 90, of Rapid City, SD formerly of Chappell, NE died Friday, December 8, 2023, at The Good Samaritan Society St. Martin Village in Rapid City.

As per her wishes, she was cremated. A private graveside burial in the Lodgepole cemetery will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial has been established in Rosie’s name to support education and care of special needs children.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared on the funeral home website:&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.bondegardfunerals.com/">www.bondegardfunerals.com</a>

Rosalee Rae Kerk was born May 23, 1933, in Trenton, NE to Sydney G. and Golda M. (Williams) Finch. The family moved to Crook, CO and eventually Oshkosh, NE where she graduated from Garden County High School in 1951. She was active in Job’s Daughters and served as Honored Queen for Bethel #46 in Oshkosh. She went on to get her teaching certificate at Kearney State Teacher’s College and was the drum majorette for the marching band. While home on break, she was working at her parents’ drugstore in Lodgepole as a “soda jerk” where she met a young sailor by the name of Willard Kerk.&nbsp; They were married on June 19, 1955, at the Lodgepole Methodist church.

They made their home in Sidney, where Rosie was a Kindergarten teacher, and she gave birth to their three children: Lana, Carter and Andy. The family moved to Lakewood, CO in 1961 and 3 years later, decided to leave the bustle of the city and move back home to be closer to family.

They settled in Chappell, NE in 1963 where her husband was the owner/operator of the Kerk Barber Shop. &nbsp;&nbsp;Rosie tended to the home and children, was troop leader for Girl Scouts and den leader for Cub Scouts. She worked as a teacher’s aide and taught special ed preschoolers in Sidney at Service Unit #13.&nbsp; Rosie attended Chadron State College and in 1981 earned her bachelor’s degree. (She got to experience dorm life and roommates too!)&nbsp; She retired from her teaching job in Sidney in 1998 but continued to volunteer to listen to young children learning to read in the Chappell school system. She LOVED children!

Rosie was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Chappell where she belonged to circle, taught Sunday School, choir, sewed banners, gave the children’s sermon, and helped serve funeral dinners.

Rosie enjoyed sewing and painting while family and friends enjoyed her dinner rolls and cinnamon rolls. Rosie served on the advisory board for Home Health/Hospice, served as a hospice and CASA volunteer.

Survivors include her husband, Willard of Rapid City, SD; one daughter and son-in-law, Lana and Chris McCoy of Grand Island, NE; two sons and daughters-in-law, Carter and Colleen Kerk of Rapid City and Andy and Julie Kerk of Hartland, WI; seven grandchildren Nicholas (Crystal) Frederick, Anthony (Melissa) Frederick, Josie (Jacob) Davis, Janna (Tanner) Nelson, Steven Kerk, Sam (Claire) Kerk, Jonah (fiancé-Susie) Kerk and eleven great-grandchildren with the twelfth one on the way, and a host of extended cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Dolores Finch, and 3 beloved pets, Frosty, Pepper and Jazzy.

Our sincerest thanks to all the staff at the Good Samaritan Society for their tender care of our folks these past few years. We truly appreciate you!

<figure>
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 </figure>Rosalee R. “Rosie” Kerk, 90, of Rapid City, SD formerly of Chappell, NE died Friday, December 8, 2023, at The Good Samaritan Society St. Martin Village in Rapid City.As per her wishes, she was cremated. A private graveside burial in the Lodgepole cemetery will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial has been established in Rosie’s name to support education and care of special needs children.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared on the funeral home website:&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.bondegardfunerals.com/">www.bondegardfunerals.com</a>Rosalee Rae Kerk was born May 23, 1933, in Trenton, NE to Sydney G. and Golda M. (Williams) Finch. The family moved to Crook, CO and eventually Oshkosh, NE where she graduated from Garden County High School in 1951. She was active in Job’s Daughters and served as Honored Queen for Bethel #46 in Oshkosh. She went on to get her teaching certificate at Kearney State Teacher’s College and was the drum majorette for the marching band. While home on break, she was working at her parents’ drugstore in Lodgepole as a “soda jerk” where she met a young sailor by the name of Willard Kerk.&nbsp; They were married on June 19, 1955, at the Lodgepole Methodist church.They made their home in Sidney, where Rosie was a Kindergarten teacher, and she gave birth to their three children: Lana, Carter and Andy. The family moved to Lakewood, CO in 1961 and 3 years later, decided to leave the bustle of the city and move back home to be closer to family.They settled in Chappell, NE in 1963 where her husband was the owner/operator of the Kerk Barber Shop. &nbsp;&nbsp;Rosie tended to the home and children, was troop leader for Girl Scouts and den leader for Cub Scouts. She worked as a teacher’s aide and taught special ed preschoolers in Sidney at Service Unit #13.&nbsp; Rosie attended Chadron State College and in 1981 earned her bachelor’s degree. (She got to experience dorm life and roommates too!)&nbsp; She retired from her teaching job in Sidney in 1998 but continued to volunteer to listen to young children learning to read in the Chappell school system. She LOVED children!Rosie was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Chappell where she belonged to circle, taught Sunday School, choir, sewed banners, gave the children’s sermon, and helped serve funeral dinners.Rosie enjoyed sewing and painting while family and friends enjoyed her dinner rolls and cinnamon rolls. Rosie served on the advisory board for Home Health/Hospice, served as a hospice and CASA volunteer.Survivors include her husband, Willard of Rapid City, SD; one daughter and son-in-law, Lana and Chris McCoy of Grand Island, NE; two sons and daughters-in-law, Carter and Colleen Kerk of Rapid City and Andy and Julie Kerk of Hartland, WI; seven grandchildren Nicholas (Crystal) Frederick, Anthony (Melissa) Frederick, Josie (Jacob) Davis, Janna (Tanner) Nelson, Steven Kerk, Sam (Claire) Kerk, Jonah (fiancé-Susie) Kerk and eleven great-grandchildren with the twelfth one on the way, and a host of extended cousins and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Dolores Finch, and 3 beloved pets, Frosty, Pepper and Jazzy.Our sincerest thanks to all the staff at the Good Samaritan Society for their tender care of our folks these past few years. We truly appreciate you!

Rosalee "Rosie" Kerk (1933-2023)

Clint Hebbert age 61 of Ashby, NE passed away December 5, 2023, at the UNMC in Omaha, NE.

Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 2:00 pm MT in the Lecture Hall at the Hyannis High School in Hyannis, NE. Burial will be in the Ashby Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the &nbsp;Grant County Rescue Unit Fund or the Family. A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 10th, from 12:00 noon MT until service time at the Hyannis High School. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.

Clint is survived by his wife Suzy Hebbert of Ashby, sons Ed (Kate) Hebbert of Grafton and Joe (Makala) Hebbert of Stuart, brother Sid (Vicki) Hebbert of Prescott, AZ, sister Betty (Jim) Leapley of Hardington, SD, mother-in-law Eileen Kowalski, and many nieces and nephews.

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 <figcaption>Clint Hebbert</figcaption>
 </figure>Clint Hebbert age 61 of Ashby, NE passed away December 5, 2023, at the UNMC in Omaha, NE.Funeral Services will be Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 2:00 pm MT in the Lecture Hall at the Hyannis High School in Hyannis, NE. Burial will be in the Ashby Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the &nbsp;Grant County Rescue Unit Fund or the Family. A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 10th, from 12:00 noon MT until service time at the Hyannis High School. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.govierbrothers.com/">www.govierbrothers.com</a>.Clint is survived by his wife Suzy Hebbert of Ashby, sons Ed (Kate) Hebbert of Grafton and Joe (Makala) Hebbert of Stuart, brother Sid (Vicki) Hebbert of Prescott, AZ, sister Betty (Jim) Leapley of Hardington, SD, mother-in-law Eileen Kowalski, and many nieces and nephews.

Clint Hebbert (1962-2023) 

Robert “Baby Joe” Bone, 79 of Ogallala, NE died Wednesday, October 15, 2023, at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.

Robert was born June 30, 1944, in Pleasant Hill, AR to Powell and Lois (Winfree) Bone. As a young child, the family moved to Yuma, AZ and he attended Yuma public schools and graduated from Yuma High School in 1962.

Robert met Barbara Parsons and they were married in 1967 in Yuma, AZ, where Robert worked for Greyhound.&nbsp; In 1988, Robert and Barbara divorced.

Robert continued working for Greyhound until his retirement in 2006. Robert traveled until settling down in Ogallala, NE.

Robert is preceded in death by both his parents, two brothers, and a sister.

Robert is survived by two sons; Chris Bone of Ogallala, NE, and Robert (Annie) Bone of Longmont, CO; two daughters; Seana Blankenfeld of Ogallala, NE, and Melani Bone of Brule, NE; one brother Don (Mona) Bone of Tucson, AZ; four granddaughters; Amanda (Tommy) Turnure of Ogallala, NE, Kaitlyn (Talon) Richardson of Ogallala, NE, Olivia (Conner) Stevens of Roscoe, NE and Alyssa Bone of Longmont, CO; three grandsons; Shawn Bone of Ogallala, NE, Kyle Blankenfeld of California and Ryan Blankenfeld; and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Draucker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bobby Brueggeman officiating of the Church of Christ of Ogallala.

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

Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

<figure>
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 </figure>Robert “Baby Joe” Bone, 79 of Ogallala, NE died Wednesday, October 15, 2023, at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.Robert was born June 30, 1944, in Pleasant Hill, AR to Powell and Lois (Winfree) Bone. As a young child, the family moved to Yuma, AZ and he attended Yuma public schools and graduated from Yuma High School in 1962.Robert met Barbara Parsons and they were married in 1967 in Yuma, AZ, where Robert worked for Greyhound.&nbsp; In 1988, Robert and Barbara divorced.Robert continued working for Greyhound until his retirement in 2006. Robert traveled until settling down in Ogallala, NE.Robert is preceded in death by both his parents, two brothers, and a sister.Robert is survived by two sons; Chris Bone of Ogallala, NE, and Robert (Annie) Bone of Longmont, CO; two daughters; Seana Blankenfeld of Ogallala, NE, and Melani Bone of Brule, NE; one brother Don (Mona) Bone of Tucson, AZ; four granddaughters; Amanda (Tommy) Turnure of Ogallala, NE, Kaitlyn (Talon) Richardson of Ogallala, NE, Olivia (Conner) Stevens of Roscoe, NE and Alyssa Bone of Longmont, CO; three grandsons; Shawn Bone of Ogallala, NE, Kyle Blankenfeld of California and Ryan Blankenfeld; and three great-grandchildren.A memorial service will take place on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at Draucker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bobby Brueggeman officiating of the Church of Christ of Ogallala.Services will be live-streamed at www.drauckerfh.com.Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Robert J Bone (1944-2023)

Dean Lake, 93, of Oshkosh passed away early Tuesday morning, December 5, 2023 in Scottsbluff.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 8, 2023 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Father Michael McDonald and Deacon Dixon Powers officiating. Interment will be held at Antelope Valley Cemetery.

Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church.

The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals) and available to watch after the service.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Lake family.

Memorials in Dean’s name can be made to the family for later designation.

Dean Robert Lake was born April 8, 1930 in Oshkosh to Irene Roberta (Pebley) and Harold Robert Lake, the oldest of three children.&nbsp; He was a proud older brother to Betty and Dallas.&nbsp; A younger brother, Martin, died in infancy.

Dean attended Antelope Valley School and the Hutchinson School north of Oshkosh and graduated from Garden County High School in 1947.&nbsp; As a boy, he loved to hunt and explore with his cousin Charlie Lake, his brother Dallas and many friends.&nbsp; He was always a favorite among his classmates and he kept in touch with all of them as often as he could.&nbsp;

Dean married Delores Krajewski in 1950 and they enjoyed over 72 years together on the farm before both moving to the Garden County Nursing Home in December of 2022.&nbsp; They farmed together, raised children together, attended church together, and fished together.&nbsp; They were always together and wouldn’t have had it any other way.

&nbsp;Dean and Delores at first rented land from his grandparents, Jules and Marie Lake then bought the farm/ranch where they lived.&nbsp; During his lifetime, he raised cattle, hogs, corn, wheat, alfalfa, millet, oats, cane, and harvested prairie hay.&nbsp; Like all great farmers, he kept very busy.

Dean was involved in many organizations including St. Elizabeth Parish Council, NRD Board, FSA Board, Hutchinson School Board, and wore out three cars traveling to National Farmer’s Organization meetings.

Dean was preceded in death by his brother, Martin, his parents, his wife, Delores, his sister Betty and husband Virgil Ring, his in laws, Fritz Kraski, Rita Kraski Schmidt, Alvin Krajewski, Rich and Mary Lou Krajewski, Budd and Lorene Leeper and many close friends and family.

Dean is survived by his four children: Ron (Betsy) Lake of Palisades, Washington, Patricia (Allen) Peters of Minatare, John (Elaine) Lake of Oshkosh, and Debra (Bruce) Conklin of Scottsbluff; Five granddaughters: Lisa Lake of Bothell, Washington, Kathy Peters of Scottsbluff, Shelley {Trevor} Votruba of Gretna, Jenna (Randy) Ross of Lewellen, and Celean {Zach} Eckert of Hastings. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren: Austin, Aubrey, and Autumn Votruba, Brynlee, Bryson and Bryleigh Ross, and Weston Eckert.

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 </figure>Dean Lake, 93, of Oshkosh passed away early Tuesday morning, December 5, 2023 in Scottsbluff.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 8, 2023 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Father Michael McDonald and Deacon Dixon Powers officiating. Interment will be held at Antelope Valley Cemetery.Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church.The funeral service will be streamed live via the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals) and available to watch after the service.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Lake family.Memorials in Dean’s name can be made to the family for later designation.Dean Robert Lake was born April 8, 1930 in Oshkosh to Irene Roberta (Pebley) and Harold Robert Lake, the oldest of three children.&nbsp; He was a proud older brother to Betty and Dallas.&nbsp; A younger brother, Martin, died in infancy.Dean attended Antelope Valley School and the Hutchinson School north of Oshkosh and graduated from Garden County High School in 1947.&nbsp; As a boy, he loved to hunt and explore with his cousin Charlie Lake, his brother Dallas and many friends.&nbsp; He was always a favorite among his classmates and he kept in touch with all of them as often as he could.&nbsp;Dean married Delores Krajewski in 1950 and they enjoyed over 72 years together on the farm before both moving to the Garden County Nursing Home in December of 2022.&nbsp; They farmed together, raised children together, attended church together, and fished together.&nbsp; They were always together and wouldn’t have had it any other way.&nbsp;Dean and Delores at first rented land from his grandparents, Jules and Marie Lake then bought the farm/ranch where they lived.&nbsp; During his lifetime, he raised cattle, hogs, corn, wheat, alfalfa, millet, oats, cane, and harvested prairie hay.&nbsp; Like all great farmers, he kept very busy.Dean was involved in many organizations including St. Elizabeth Parish Council, NRD Board, FSA Board, Hutchinson School Board, and wore out three cars traveling to National Farmer’s Organization meetings.Dean was preceded in death by his brother, Martin, his parents, his wife, Delores, his sister Betty and husband Virgil Ring, his in laws, Fritz Kraski, Rita Kraski Schmidt, Alvin Krajewski, Rich and Mary Lou Krajewski, Budd and Lorene Leeper and many close friends and family.Dean is survived by his four children: Ron (Betsy) Lake of Palisades, Washington, Patricia (Allen) Peters of Minatare, John (Elaine) Lake of Oshkosh, and Debra (Bruce) Conklin of Scottsbluff; Five granddaughters: Lisa Lake of Bothell, Washington, Kathy Peters of Scottsbluff, Shelley {Trevor} Votruba of Gretna, Jenna (Randy) Ross of Lewellen, and Celean {Zach} Eckert of Hastings. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren: Austin, Aubrey, and Autumn Votruba, Brynlee, Bryson and Bryleigh Ross, and Weston Eckert.

Dean Lake (1930-2023)

DONALD G. EICHNER, 87 of Ogallala, NE, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at his home.

Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church or The Keith County Senior Center in memory of Don. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Services will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 1:30 pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Interment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.

Visitation will be at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala on Friday, from 3 pm to 7 pm.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701964324551.jpeg" alt="Don Eichner" />
 <figcaption>Don Eichner</figcaption>
 </figure>DONALD G. EICHNER, 87 of Ogallala, NE, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at his home.Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church or The Keith County Senior Center in memory of Don. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.Services will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 1:30 pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ogallala with Pastor Albert Bader officiating. Interment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.Visitation will be at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala on Friday, from 3 pm to 7 pm.Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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