<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574114637844.jpeg" width="148" style=""> Dr. Robert J. Crownover, DDS, went home to be with the Lord he loved and served on Thursday, November 14, 2019, age 88.&nbsp;Left to miss him and honor his life are his beloved wife, Beverly, as well as his sons Bruce (Anne) Bremer, MBA of Portsmouth, VA and Eric (Serena) Bremer of Alliance.&nbsp;Bob was a well-loved grandpa of Heather (Sean) Hall of Roca, NE and Heath (Jessie) Bremer of Seward, NE, as well as Jon Marquez of Hastings, NE and Daniel Marquez of Lincoln, NE.&nbsp;Bob was also blessed with six great-grandchildren, Eric and Maxim Hall, Holden, Brayden, Easten and Emersen Bremer.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Joyce and his sister, Patricia Erlewine. He was a quiet, God-loving, and humble man of dignity and courage.&nbsp;A Korean-War era veteran, he was a member of the U.S. Navy Dental Corps.&nbsp;Bob received both his undergraduate and dental degrees from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.&nbsp;He was honored by the Nebraska State Dental Association for 50 years’ service.&nbsp;Following retirement from his Alliance dental practice, he served as a dental missionary to Grenada, in the Caribbean.&nbsp;Bob traveled extensively from the Galapagos Islands, to Okinawa, to Hawaii, to his ancestral country of the Netherlands, and beyond.&nbsp;Among his many hobbies were gardening, land conservation of his property, RV travel, Cornhusker football, and household maintenance. He was a strong Christian and a faithful 44-year member of the Hemingford United Methodist Church (HUMC).&nbsp;No task was too great or too small.&nbsp;His areas of service included:&nbsp;Board of Directors of Camp Norwesca, HUMC Pastoral Care Chairman, HUMC Adult Sunday School teacher, HUMC Chairman of Trustees, Nebraska Walk to Emmaus facilitator, and Lay Witness Weekends facilitator.&nbsp;Bob’s many personal ministries in less public settings were just as impressive.&nbsp;His quiet means of sculpting souls took us years to understand. No tribute to Bob’s life would be complete without mention of his deep love for and happy marriage to Beverly.&nbsp;Aside from his love for God, his greatest treasure was his wife.&nbsp;They served together in nearly every ministry.&nbsp;Bev learned dental assisting, because he loved her near his side assisting once a week.&nbsp;Every day included prayer and a Bible lesson at the kitchen table, whether happily RV traveling or at home. Well done good and faithful servant. Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at the Hemingford United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Pastor Esther Achi will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the Crownover family would greatly appreciate donations to the Hemingford United Methodist Church Chair Lift Fund.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp;Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Dr. Robert J. Crownover, DDS, 88

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573752057367.jpeg" width="123" style="">James (Jim) Wegner, 84, of Alliance, NE passed away peacefully at home during the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 13th.&nbsp;He was born January 2nd, 1935 to Lawrence and Alice (Snyder) Wegner in Palmer, NE.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;On November 27, 1954 at Palmer, NE he was united in marriage to Joanne Kay Aschwege.&nbsp;Jim joined the Navy in October 1952 and arrived home December of 1955 to meet his first daughter Kathy who was born while he was serving in the Mediterranean.&nbsp;After release from the Navy, Jim and Jody moved to Omaha, NE.&nbsp;Jim attended business school and then went to work for HP Smith Motors in Omaha.&nbsp;He made the car business his life, working for H P Smith for 15 years until purchasing the GM dealership in Alliance, Ne, Wegner Motors. Jim was a respected business man in Alliance for 20 years.&nbsp;He loved the car business and the many great people he dealt with and many who became his lifelong friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim is remembered by his family as a kind, gentle man who always had a twinkle in his eye.&nbsp;He was ornery and loved to tease and joke with his many grandkids and great grandchildren, who all adored him.&nbsp;Jim loved to boat and fish and spent many weekends at the lake and made great memories with dear friends and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim is survived by his loving wife Jody.&nbsp;He is also survived by daughters Kathy (Chris) Thompson of Alliance, Jill (Kent) Green of Alliance, Jenny (Jerry) Dillon of Discovery Bay, CA, and son Ryan Wegner of Denver.&nbsp;He is also survived by grandchildren Chad (Sarah) Thompson, Joe (Kathleen) Thompson, Jeff (Emily) Thompson, Seth Thompson, Trevor Thompson, Melissa (Julian) Wozniak, Andy (Jessica) Wegner, Case Wegner, Cody (Kayla) Green, Ali Green, Emily Green, Patrick Laing, Katie Dillon, Kenzie Dillon, and Dyllin Wegner, 14 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Jim was preceded in death by son Dave Wegner, granddaughter Lindsey Green, and grandson Cale Wegner, and his beloved best friend and dog Jake.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral service is Monday, November 18th, at 10:30a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel with Rev Tim Stadem officiating. There will be a gathering after funeral service at Westside Events Center.&nbsp;Burial will be held Tuesday at the Alliance Cemetery at 2p.m.&nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, 1-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Pillars in the Park, Paws, or VFW all of Alliance.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

James (Jim) Wegner (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573590520462.jpeg" width="157" style="">Lara Leigh Dalbey was born June 24, 1962 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Larry and Lyllus (Hammer) Dalbey of Hemingford, Nebraska.&nbsp;She left her earthly home on October 29, 2019, at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee. In May of 1991 she was united in marriage to DeLoy Samuel Preston III in Tucson, Arizona. He preceded Lara in death.&nbsp; Lara was a graduate of Alliance High School in 1980. She was active with both instrumental and vocal music.&nbsp;She also was one of the original members of the AHS girls’ golf team following the Title IX ruling. Alliance High was important to Lara as she&nbsp;was persuaded to follow her passion for the Stage. She studied at Hastings College following high school and eventually transferred to the University of Arizona to pursue her education and dream of being involved in theatre.&nbsp;Lara began her career in Tucson with the AKA Theatre, this is where she met her husband, Sam.&nbsp;Following Sam’s untimely death Lara began searching for the right fit for her talents and her passion for the stage.&nbsp;Her journey brought her to Milwaukee, Wisconsin.&nbsp;Lara was hired in 1999 as an assistant and eventually became a Wig Master for the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre where she was named Company Member of the Year in 2015.&nbsp;Lara was not selfish with her talents and mentored many interns, students, and fellow cast and crew members.&nbsp;She also shared her talents through grants for the arts in classrooms all over the country.&nbsp;Her passion led her to many locations to share her gifts.&nbsp;She has been a member of the theatre community in Eureka Springs, Arkansas; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Georgia State University; and Chicago, Illinois. She had just completed another summer season for the American Players Theatre in Spring Green, Wisconsin, which we lovingly referred to as her “Wisconsin World,”&nbsp;consisting of her beloved family at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre.&nbsp;The unconditional love and support given to Lara during her 20-years there as well as the same love and support shown to her family following her sudden death has sustained us during this unbearable loss.&nbsp;Lara was known for her kindness and compassion;&nbsp;&nbsp;she rescued a chihuahua from a puppy mill and named her Lupe’.&nbsp;Her patience and her unconditional love for her &nbsp;transformed a frightened puppy into a magnificent, dignified, spoiled diva.&nbsp;Lara hosted a quinceanera complete with a gown for Lupe, a taco bar (her favorite) and a nacho cheese fountain.&nbsp;Lara left us her earthy wit, an endless supply of raunchy jokes, tears still yet to be shed, and celebrating all of the things that she loved in her honor.&nbsp;How you make others feel says a lot about who you are; Lara made us all feel like we had the ability to conquer the world.&nbsp;Lara is survived by her parents and her sisters Lori (Brad) Kander of Colorado Springs, Colorado;&nbsp;and Lisa (Bob) Haas of Hemingford;&nbsp;her nephews and nieces Jordan (fiancee’ Lisa Welsch) of Hemingford; Kyle Dalbey of Denver, Colorado; Joseph (Mallory) Haas of Holdrege, Nebraska; Chloe Kander of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and Kathryn Kander, currently of Lawton, Oklahoma, for basic training.&nbsp;She is also survived by the “family of her heart,” Kevin McElroy, Wayne White; their sons, Eli and Kai, and Bev Laurence.&nbsp;Lara also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and her cherished friends. Memorial services have been scheduled at various venues.&nbsp;Services for Lara will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday-November 16, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance. &nbsp;A memorial service will be held in Tucson, Arizona on Friday, November 15, 2019 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Golden Nugget on 1st Avenue; North of Grant Road.&nbsp;&nbsp;A&nbsp;remembrance will be held this Spring in Milwaukee.&nbsp;Lara will be celebrated on May 25, 2020 at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre.&nbsp;Schmidt and Bartelt of Milwaukee graciously handled arrangements. Schmidt &amp;&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to the family c/o Lyllus Dalbey 603 Box Butte Avenue, Hemingford, Nebraska&nbsp;69348 or to the donors’ choice.

Lara Leigh Dalbey (1962 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573578559055.jpeg" width="139" style=""> Frank Robert Jesse, 84, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019 at Highland Park Care Center.﻿&nbsp;He was born April 6, 1935 to Frank and Bess (Jones) Jesse at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance.&nbsp;Bob grew up on the family ranch in Sheridan County.&nbsp;He attended grade school in Sheridan County and graduated from Alliance High School in 1952.&nbsp;He graduated from Chadron State College in 1956.&nbsp;Bob taught school and coached sports for several years before returning to Alliance in 1971 to the ranch.&nbsp;He resided there until his death.&nbsp;On June 17, 1956 Bob married Shirley Parrish of Crawford, NE.&nbsp;Two children were born to them, Ann and Christopher.&nbsp;Bob served in the National Guard, was a member of the American Legion, United Methodist Church, NRA, Nebraska Cattlemen and 4-H Horse Judge. He was also a member of Western Nebraska Cutters, where he participated in cutting horse competitions and won numerous awards. In October 2018, Bob and the baseball team he coached in 1967 at Western Montana College in Dillon, MT were inducted into that college’s Baseball Hall of Fame.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob had a great love for God, his wife, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, his children, Ann (Dana) Dannelly of Columbus, NE, Christopher (Christy) Jesse of Saratoga, WY, 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He is also survived by his sister, Lois Ravert of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Lester Jesse, sister Eleanor Dill and an infant sister.&nbsp;Memorial services will be Friday, November 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.Attachments area

Bob Jesse (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573571254868.jpeg">Ralph Albert Powell, 91, passed away Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. He was born September 2, 1928 to Lawrence I. and Ellen B. Powell on the family farm near Hemingford, Nebraska.&nbsp;He graduated from Hemingford High School in 1947. Ralph served in the Nebraska Army National Guard and was proud of his service, especially during the blizzard of 1949.&nbsp;He would later enter the U.S. Air Force and would serve until his honorable discharge in 1955. On November 20, 1949 he was united in marriage to Dorothy A. Moravek in Hemingford, NE. Following their marriage they lived in Texas and Spokane, WA while Ralph was in the Air Force. In 1955 they moved south of Hemingford and farmed side by side until 2007 when they moved to Alliance, NE. Following his retirement Ralph enjoyed restoring antique tractors and automobiles, where some were donated to museums, other were sold with some to international buyers.&nbsp;Ralph was a member of the Eagles Club, Hemingford American Legion Post No. 9, Masonic Lodge #183 A.F. &amp; A.M. of Alliance and was 32 degree member of Scottish Rite. Survivors include his son, Dennis (Christal) Powell of Alliance, his daughters, Sue (Bill) Braunsroth of Loveland, CO and Brenda Thomas of Alliance, grandchildren, Stacy (Brinkley) Williams, Brandon (Kristin) Powell, Jason (Kaela) Braunsroth, Jessica Braunsroth, Evan Braunsroth, Brent Thomas and Sarah Thomas and his great-grandchildren, Ashley Williams, Ashton Williams, Ayden Williams, Tyler Pflughaupt, Neo Powell, Dax Powell, Brayden Braunsroth and Hudson Braunsroth. He is also survived by sister, Marie Sorum of Alliance, and sisters-in-law, Marjorie Powell and Arlene Powell of Alliance, Alma Wood of Lubbock, TX and brother-in-law, Martin Collins of Hemingford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, son-in-law Steven Thomas, and brothers, Lloyd, LeRoy and Dean. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 14 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp;Burial with military honors will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 1-7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to RiteCare Scottish Childhood Language Program or Alliance United Methodist Church. C/O Brenda Thomas, 320 Platte Ave, Alliance, NE 69301

Ralph Albert Powell (1928 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573488443460.jpeg" width="148" style="">Martin Paul Petersen, 85, formerly of Alliance, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Mary Lanning Hospital in Hastings, NE.﻿&nbsp;He was born September 10, 1935 in San Angelo TX to Erich and Helene (Sasse) Petersen.&nbsp;On August 21, 1955 he was united in marriage to Patricia Lou Stubben in Niobrara, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Martin was drafted into the military shortly after starting his college career. He served with the United States Army until 1955 before returning to Midland Lutheran College in Freemont Ne.&nbsp;He graduated in 1958 with a degree in Physical Education and Biology.&nbsp;He taught Science classes and coached all sports in Clay Center Ne for 3 years, before moving to Albion Ne.&nbsp;&nbsp;He continued teaching science and PE classes and was a successful football coach leading his team to unbeaten season in 1965.&nbsp;Also, while in Albion he received his Master’s in School Administration from the University of NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1970 he moved his family to Alliance and was Superintendent of Alliance Public Schools for 26 plus years.&nbsp;He was honored as Superintendent of the Year in 1994 as well as many other awards as a coach, teacher and Administrator.&nbsp;&nbsp;After retirement, Martin and Pat spent their summers working on their cabin at Angostura Lake.&nbsp;He enjoyed the sunshine and fishing for walleye. He also caught many perch, old glasses and other fisherman’s lost poles and lures.&nbsp;He became very proficient in wood carving and painting fish and won awards for his efforts.&nbsp;After moving to Hastings, he enjoyed teaching others how to carve as well.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his daughter, Kerry Davidson of Hastings, his son and daughters-in-law, Marty and Sherri Petersen of Alliance and Jon and Deb Petersen of Sioux Falls, SD, and his grandchildren:, Katie Riehl (Paul) of Rockwell City IA, Camden Davidson (Jessica) of Lincoln NE, Tate (TJ) Petersen of Lincoln Ne,&nbsp;Tad Petersen (Christine) of Omaha NE,&nbsp;Troy Petersen (special friend Allison) of Alpharetta GA, Andy Neville (Jessie) of Lincoln NE, and Josh Petersen of Sioux Falls SD and his great grandchildren, Calvin, Oliver, and Libbie Riehl, Lily and Juliana Petersen, Braylon, and Bentley Petersen. He is also survived by his sister, Ericha Crosley of Creighton, NE, his brothers, Ralph Petersen of&nbsp;Oxford&nbsp;PA, Paul David Petersen of Denver, CO and Richard Petersen of Atchison, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;His parents, his wife, Patricia, his daughter, Lori Lou Petersen, his brother, Gerhart and son-in-law, Terry Davidson preceded him in death.&nbsp;Memorial services will be Saturday, November 16 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 10:00 am, with Pastor Tim Stadem officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be given to Alliance Public Schools Foundation or St. John’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Martin Paul Petersen (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573488201651.jpeg">Joanne Rutledge (O’Brien) Johnson passed away surrounded by her family. She was raised up on eagle’s wings Saturday, November 9th, 2019.&nbsp;Joanne was born on January 30th, 1948, to Claude and Betty Lou O’Brien in Alliance, Nebraska. She grew up with her five siblings on her family’s ranch southwest of Mullen, Nebraska.&nbsp;On April 1st, 1972, Joanne married Gary Johnson. Together they raised four children: Ed Johnson, Angela (Johnson) Kaping, Gary Johnson, Jr., and Daniel Johnson.&nbsp;Joanne was proud to be one of the first female engineers in Alliance. She enjoyed her work and would often say to others, “Have fun at work!” Joanne retired from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad after 30 years of service.&nbsp;She was a beloved mother and grandmother who enjoyed her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids and will be remembered for her devotion to her family. Joanne loved being with her family whether it was out camping and fishing at the lake, at home for holiday gatherings, or attending her grandchildren’s school activities and events.&nbsp;Joanne was preceded in death by her father, Claude O’Brien, mother, Betty Lou (Rutledge) O’Brien Long, stepfather, Emmett Long, her sisters, Sandra (O’Brien) Cordts, Virginia (O’Brien) Thompson, Mary Jane O’Brien, and a niece, Patricia Sue O’Brien.&nbsp;Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Gary Johnson, their four children, Ed (Jeni) Johnson, Angela (Jeff) Kaping, Gary (Christina) Johnson Jr., and Daniel Johnson, ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and her brothers, James Patrick (Cheryl) O’Brien and John Michael (Sherri) O’Brien. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 15th, 2019 at 11:00 at Eclipse Cemetery, south of Mullen, Nebraska. Pastor Bob Teters will be officiating withMullen Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

Joanne Rutledge (O'Brien) Johnson (1948 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573485363607.png" width="149" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Hazel Gertrude Musfelt, aged 89, passed away peacefully at her home on November 6, 2019. Hazel was born April 8th, 1930, to Henry Horace Hathorn and Martha Edith Burge at Valentine, Nebraska. Services will be Tuesday, November 12 at 10:00am at Grace Lutheran Church, 801 N. Elm Street, Gordon, NE. She lived in Irwin, Nebraska and spent much time playing with her siblings on or near the lake. Her father worked for the railroad and she would tell how she loved to ride the train to Valentine or Gordon. She attended Gordon High School where she met and fell in love with James Eldon Musfelt. They married in 1947 and homesteaded on a 2000-acre ranch east of Gordon.&nbsp;They were both quite industrious raising cattle, hogs, chickens and dairy cows. Hazel kept busy with a large garden, canning, caring for livestock, and housework. Together Eldon and Hazel raised&nbsp;four children-3 girls and 1 boy. Hazel was an active member of the Lutheran Church in Gordon. She worked part time when her children were grown and was a blessing to many. Hazel was a good wife, a wonderful mother and grandmother! She was a sweet and generous person; touched many lives and will be greatly missed! She is preceded in death by 3 brother 4 sisters; her husband Eldon and son Jim. Hazel leaves behind daughters: Connie Lou Schwarting, Diana Lee Coats, and Beverly Irene Pierce.&nbsp;Also, Hazel is survived by 16 grandchildren and 49 great grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Chamberlain Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Hazel Gertrude Musfelt, (1930 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1573052789844.jpeg" width="118" style="">Esther Irene (Reichert) Becker, 84, of Alliance, NE passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the Hemingford Community Care Center.﻿&nbsp;Esther was born on January 26, 1935, to Marie and Jacob Reichert in Whitney, NE and grew up in Montana.&nbsp;She and her husband, Harold Becker, had 3 children: Linda, Barbara, and Larry.&nbsp;Esther and Harold farmed south of Hemingford, where she helped with field work and drove trucks at harvest time.&nbsp;She also worked a few harvests at the sugar beet receiving stations, running the scale.&nbsp;Esther enjoyed going to rodeos, bowling, fishing and Las Vegas.&nbsp;She kept a garden, as well as a flower bed.&nbsp;She will be remembered for her salmon-colored gladiolus spikes, often more than a yard tall.&nbsp;Esther is survived by her husband, Harold, daughter, Linda (Arlin) Sample of Greeley, CO and son, Larry (Vicki) Becker of Alliance.&nbsp;She is also survived by her granddaughter, Ivy (Brian) Shelmadine of Rapid City, SD, her grandson, Cory (Kara) Sample of Greeley, CO, and 5 great-grandchildren, Jackson, Lexi, Arya and Mia Shelmadine and Kadence Sample.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings and her daughter, Barbara.&nbsp;Inurnment and family graveside services will be at the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp;The family expresses their thanks to hospice and the Hemingford Care Center staff for their skilled assistance.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Esther Becker (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572988370270.jpeg">Joe Gramer passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019 at his home. He was born March 14, 1939 at the Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia to Joseph and Margaret Gramer. He attended Lafayette High School. He served in the Navy. Joe worked at the Stock Yards before joining Electrical Union 545 in 1969. He worked at Schultz Electric until going to work at General Motors in 1985. He retired in 2008. Joe loved spending time with family, road trips and cruises with Janice. He had a friendly nature and a big heart. He never met a stranger. Mr. Gramer was a member of the American Legion Post 359 in St. Joseph. On October 26, 1967 Joe married his sweetheart Janice Vogel, who survives him. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister and mother-in-law, one granddaughter and one great nephew. Joe is survived by daughters, Joetta (Stan) Larkin and Jannette Gramer, sons Gary "Joey", Justin (Mollie) and Josh Gramer, seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, five nieces and nephews. He was loved and will be missed. The family will receive friends 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Memorial service 1:00 PM Friday, November 8, 2019 at our chapel with Full Military Honors following. Memorial donations may be made to Second Harvest Food Bank or The Friends of The Animal Shelter.

Joseph L. Gramer, Jr.  1939 - 2019

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572967978045.jpeg" width="175" style="">Tony Lopez Trejo, 54, of Vinton, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019, at Iowa City, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00am Friday, November 8, 2019, at Our Lady of Gaudalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Father Jonathan Sorensen officiating with a luncheon to follow; friends and family are welcome. Friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2019, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff. A rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m., at Bridgman Funeral Home. Inurnment will be Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be made by viewing Tony’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com.﻿ Formerly of Scottsbluff, Tony was residing in Iowa City at the time of his passing. Tony was born on May 19, 1965 in Scottsbluff to late Steve M. Jr. and Frances (Lopez) Trejo. Tony is survived by his mother Frances of Scottsbluff; brothers Richard L. Trejo (and the late Maria Trejo) of Phoenix, AZ, Steve L. Trejo III, Martin L. Trejo (Angie Saldivar) and sister Rachel Trejo all of Scottsbluff; fiancé Betty Hilliker of Cedar Rapids, IA and son Anthony Dimas Escamilla; stepsons Leo and Alex Mousseaux; stepdaughter Kaileen; grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family members and close friends. He will truly be missed by all. Tony was preceded in death by his father Steve M. Trejo, brother Jesse L. Trejo, maternal and paternal grandparents and many other loved ones.

Tony Lopez Trejo (1965 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572967559483.jpeg" width="169" style="">JoAnne (Nagel) Schmidt died at home on Saturday, November 2, 2019 after battling a serious illness. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 6 at 10:00 a.m. at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel with Pastor Ed Hunzeker officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. A memorial has been established to Regional West Hospice. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. JoAnne was born to Henry and Susan (Hessler) Nagel on May 30, 1932, the youngest of eleven children. JoAnne attended Lake Alice School, Longfellow Elementary, Scottsbluff Jr and Sr High School, as well as a Christian School in Kansas. After high school, JoAnne worked for West Nebraska General Hospital as a dietary aide and later as an operator with the local telephone company. On August 16, 1953, she married Ernest Schmidt, Jr. He described her as the prettiest girl he had ever seen. They lived in Fort Worth, Texas until Ernie was honorably discharged from the Air Force. They made their home in rural Minatare, where they farmed for fifty-three years. JoAnne stayed busy with their four daughters and with helping on the farm. Her family was everything to her. JoAnne had a love for music. She played guitar, piano and even learned to yodel. Sadly, JoAnne started losing her hearing due to Ostosclerosis. By the time she was thirteen, she was wearing a hearing aide. Despite numerous corrective surgeries, JoAnne suffered complete hearing loss in both ears and was deaf to the spoken word by the time she was 33 years old. Her world became silent except for the sounds of ringing in her ears and the vibration of her own voice. She held on to the memories of the melodies to her favorite songs. JoAnne always wished she could her grandchildren’s voices. In 1978, JoAnne went to work as a housekeeper at the Candlelight Motel. After being asked by a friend who worked there if she could fill in for a few days, she said, “Yes, I can work- but for just a few days.” She retired from the Motel in December of 2001. JoAnne enjoyed her work and especially the friendships she made with the women she worked with. She enjoyed gardening, reading novels, sewing, crocheting, and latch hook. She particularly loved putting 2000 – piece jigsaw puzzles together (Something she and Ernie started doing together when they were on the farm). Her favorite puzzles are framed and hung on walls throughout her home. At times she would invite us to help her with the puzzles, but she had a special system and if you moved a puzzle piece and returned it to the wrong spot, she would give you “the look”! JoAnne was an avid Husker fan, Green Bay Packer fan and enjoyed watching golf. ﻿ She was preceded in death by her husband Ernie, infant daughter Laurie, six brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her children, Cheryl Schmidt, Bobbi (Jack) Hartshorn and Viletta (Steve) Freeman; grandchildren: Scott (Ashley) Vogel, Jessica (Jamie) Osborn, Brandon Schafer, Heidi Hartshorn and Joshua (Brittany) Freeman; seven great grandchildren; sister-in-law Joy (Val) Carlson and brother-in-law Dwight Schmidt. She welcomed additional family Chad, Clark (deceased), Lisa and their families.

JoAnne Schmidt (1932 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572967325307.jpeg" width="164" style="">On Saturday November 2, 2019, while surrounded by family, Gale LeAnn Wimberley went to her heavenly home. Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel. A Celebration of Her Life will take place at 10:30 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Gering Zion Church with Pastor Tim Hebbert and Pastor Wayne Mundell co-officiating. Cremation will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Gering Zion Church, Festival of Hope, or the Panhandle Humane Society. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com Gale was born to Jerrene Walls Michael and Lilvon L. Michael in St. Vincent’s Hospital in Leadville, Colorado on August 6, 1962. They were later divorced. Gale was in Junior High when Jerrene and her children then moved to Kimball, Nebraska. The children were very happy when their mother met and married John (Jack) Randall, who happily became a dad to all the children. Gale was proud of her new dad and insisted on changing her last name to Randall. Gale graduated from Kimball High School in 1980 and moved to Scottsbluff, Nebraska to go to Fullen Hair Design, where she graduated in 1980. Gale always knew that she wanted to be a hairdresser from the moment she gave her dolls hair cuts as a young girl. As Gale began her career as a hairdresser, she became very close friends with her clients. She always enjoyed hearing about their kids, vacations, hobbies – she was an amazing listener. Gale and her friends picked up dancing as something to do after work. She also helped teach country dance lessons. It was there that she met the love of her life, Donald Wimberley, a single father of five. Gale and Don married and started a family together. Along came four more kids. Gale was “Mama Gale” to many of her children’s friends and “Grandma Gale” to many of those kids’ kids. She enjoyed every minute of it. In 2006, Gale was diagnosed with breast cancer. That is when she was told about the Festival Of Hope and how it could help her and her family during that time. Gale was a firm believer in giving back, so she and her aunt Barb began painting rocks, framed photos, and other things to sell at their booth for the Festival of Hope, every year for the last 13 years.With each cancer diagnosis, she was bound and determined to beat it. That strength and determination came from her faith in God. She always handled everything life could throw at her with grace and compassion. Cancer may have weakened her body, but it could never weaken her will, stubbornness and faith. In May 2019 her life was forever changed when Don was involved in an accident that later took his life and triggered the decline of her own health.Due to lung damage from her previous battles with cancer and chemotherapy, Gale’s suppressed immune system couldn’t fight off a cold that developed into pneumonia.Up until the very end she was a fighter. Gale leaves behind her children Ethan Wimberley, Shane Wimberley (Sammy O’Leary), Cara (Wyatt) Edington, Ryan Wimberley and special son Max (Ashle) Powell; stepchildren: Heather Yates, Frank (Tonya) Wimberley, Mathew Wimberley, Devrin Wimberley, and Tara (Brad) Plambeck; her parents Jerrene and Jack Randall; siblings Byron (Anna) Michael, Brad (Shelly) Randall, Chris (Dave) Mills, and Swedish sister Hillevi Gustafsson; grandchildren Riley Wimberley, Caitlin Wimberley, Dawson Wimberley, and Drake and Hayden Yates; along with numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, and extended family members. Gale is preceded in death by her husband Donald Wimberley, her grandparents Virgil (Myra) Walls and Floyd and Phyllis Randall; great grandmother Chloe Miller; special aunt Dorothy Miller and several other family members.

Gale LeAnn Winberley (1962 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1572900499018.jpeg" width="306" style="">Gerald Wayne Carpenter, 79, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, October 25, 2019. He was a loving and caring brother, uncle, and friend. He was born on October 22, 1940 to James Russell and Adah (Haworth) Carpenter at home in Hemingford, Nebraska.&nbsp;“Jerry” served in the U.S. Army from April 1962 until his honorable discharge in April 1964. He later went on to marry Eleanor Forrest on April 5, 1969. They shared a love for horses and he learned all about them, even how to shoe them. Sadly, in June of 1975, she passed away in an accident.&nbsp;During his time living in Washington State, he worked for Orowheat Bakery for many years. He also was an Amway salesman. For many years, Jerry was the caretaker at the Hemingford Cemetery, working alongside his brother, Rondon. He was known for his infectious laugh. More recently, he helped deliver meals to people confined to their homes.&nbsp;He is survived by his sister and her husband, Arlene and Leonard Wyland of Pasco, WA, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Ellie, parents, his brothers Rondon and William, his sister Alice Campanella, and a nephew, Larry Wyland.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Veterans State Cemetery at Alliance Foundation, P.O. Box 902, Alliance, NE&nbsp;69301.&nbsp;Graveside services will be Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery with Reverend Gary Belk officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences maybe left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Gerald Wayne Carpenter (1940 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1572359180284.jpeg" width="129" style="">Donald (Sandy) Hooper, 100, passed Sunday, October 27, 2019 at Sky View Manor and Rehab in Bridgeport, Nebraska.﻿&nbsp;He was born to M. Pat and Julia (Guyer) Hooper on February 6, 1919 in Sheridan County, Nebraska.&nbsp;He attended rural schools through the 9th grade but continued learning all his life.&nbsp;On December 8, 1941 he joined the U.S. Army and served in the European Theatre during WWII.&nbsp;Sandy was honorably discharged on October 16, 1945 but was in the reserves for several years afterward.&nbsp;O November 3, 1945 he was joined in marriage to Mary Patton.&nbsp;To this union 5 children were born.&nbsp;&nbsp;Life in Alaska called him and he moved his wife and two small children there.&nbsp;He spent a hard well loved year before returning home to Nebraska in 1950.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sandy spend years on his parents ranch raising his children the “country way.”&nbsp;After leaving their ranch he spent many years on various ranches in the Sandhills.&nbsp;After moving to Alliance he worked for Electric Hose and Rubber (Parker) until he retired.&nbsp;&nbsp;He spent many memorable occasions hunting and fishing with his family members and especially in later years with his grandchildren and nephews.&nbsp;Most of all Sandy was a gun enthusiast; reloading shells and repairing guns.&nbsp;Flying was also a favorite memory of his.&nbsp;Sandy was a lifelong member of the NRA, the American Legion and V.F.W.&nbsp;He was also active for many years with the Alliance Gun Club.&nbsp;He is survived by his son, Dan (Tara) Hooper of Merriman, his 2 daughters, Sharon (Jerry) Woods and Theresa (Jack) Woods of Alliance, his son-in-law, Dwyane Dubs of Ashby, his sister, Norma Halvorsen and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sandy was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, his wife of 72 years and 2 daughters, Evelyn Rice and Rita Dubs.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Friday, November 1, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Pastor Glenn Johnson officiating.&nbsp;Burial with military rites will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be Thursday from 1-7 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Donald (Sandy) Hooper (1919 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1572359020431.jpeg" width="144" style="">Maria Margaret Swenson (61) passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at her home surrounded by family.﻿&nbsp;Maria was born on March 29, 1958 to the late Billye (Horn) and Lucian Rehders in Lynwood, California. She grew up in Las Vegas, New Mexico, and through her years in trucking she met her husband in Wisconsin. She was united in marriage to Carl E. Swenson on July 21, 2001 in Northfield, Minnesota. Carl and Maria owned and operated their own trucking business, IronHorse Stampede Trucking, and enjoyed traveling in their semi for several years. They moved to Alliance, NE in 2005 where Maria then pursued a career in helping people. Maria worked for Family Rescue Services as a client advocate. She then went on to work for the Boy’s and Girl’s Home and Family Services. She took a break in the early 90’s after earning her first degree at Winona State University to raise her children, and then returned to school to earn a degree at Chadron State College. Shortly after, she decided to open her own business, called MLCS Family Youth Services, to help those in need in the region. In 2015, she won an award for Nebraska Entrepreneur of the Year. She carried on with her business until 2018, when she decided to step back from her career due to health issues. Maria always used to say, “Sometimes all it takes is one kind person with one kind word to make a difference.”&nbsp;Maria is survived by her loving husband Carl; her sons, Stephen Ring of AZ and Christopher (Diana) Swenson of WI; her daughters, Bethany (Luis) Heredia of NE and Jessica (Shandy) Swenson of MT; her grandchildren Christian, Samantha, Carson, Eryn, Isabel, Emma, Gabriel, and Laila; and one great grandson, Sebastian. Maria is also survived by her sisters; Susan (Bill) Schimberg of MI, Michelle McBriarty of FL, Becky (Russell) Johnson of NV; her brother, John (Shirley) Rehders of NM; as well as several nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.&nbsp;Maria was preceded in death by her father and mother; brothers, Anthony, Jerome, and Joseph who died soon after birth; her brother-in-law, Denis McBriarty; and several aunts and uncles.&nbsp;A celebration of Maria’s life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made out to a charity of your choosing.

Maria Margaret Swenson (1958 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1572035778261.jpeg" width="150" style="">Joshua E Miller, age 38, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday October 23, 2019. Joshua was born August 17, 1981 to Larry &amp; Angie (Kosmicki) Miller. He graduated from Lincoln Southeast. He is survived by his son, Cayden Miller, his parents, brother Steven Miller. Grandma, Patricia Miller, 7 cousins and extended family and friends. Preceded in death by Great Grandma Henderson, his Grandfather Miller and Grandma Kosmicki. Visitation: Sunday, October 27, 2019 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68512. Funeral service: Monday, October 28, 2019 at 11:00 AM at First Plymounth Congregational Church, 2000 D Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68502. lincolnfh.com

Joshua E. Miller (1981 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571927609888.jpeg">Daisy Perry McAndrew, 94, passed away Monday, October 21, 2019 at her home in Alliance. She was born on October 24, 1924 in Stroke-on-Trent, England to Ernest and Elsie (Chesworth) Perry.&nbsp; On February 17, 1945 she was united in marriage to James J. McAndrew in Stroke-on- Trent, England. She is survived by her children, Gillian McAndrew Salvador of&nbsp;Alliance, James E. (Gracia) McAndrew of Johnstown, IA, Gerald T. (Christy) McAndrew of Douglas, WY, Thomas J. McAndrew of Beaver Crossing, NE and Kevin R. McAndrew of Iwakuni, Japan.&nbsp;She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Her parents, her husband, her daughter-in-law, Nancy McAndrew, her grandson, John McAndrew and her sisters and brother, Ethel, Elsie, Ernie, and Pauline preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Monday, October28, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp;Reverend Shirley Belk will officiate.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, October 27 from 1-5 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the Indian Mission Church of God, the Salvation Army, Beaver Crossing, NE Public Library or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Daisy Perry McAndrew (1924 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571927455953.jpeg">Keri L. Votruba was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Lloyd and Florine Votruba on May 8th, 1959. Keri, 60, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 22nd.&nbsp;A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, October 26th, at 10 o’clock in the morning - in the Multi-Purpose Hall at the Box Butte County Fairgrounds in Hemingford, Nebraska.&nbsp; Keri graduated from Hemingford High School in 1977 and then went on to attend Eastern Wyoming College on a full scholarship to sing in the choir – later he was also recruited to the rodeo team to ride broncs – there, he obtained an Associate’s Degree in Ag Business .&nbsp;A highlight of his college career was being elected to serve as a Vice President on the State Future Farmer’s of America.&nbsp;While there, he met his wife of 37 years&nbsp;Kathi (Peterson), and they moved back to the family farm and ranch to help his father continue to grow their operation.&nbsp;To that marriage was born a son, Lloyd G.&nbsp;He was the apple of Keri’s eye.&nbsp;After Lloyd attended the University of Wyoming gaining a bachelors degree in Ag Business – a prerequisite for “coming home” – he too, returned home to help with the family operation and shortly thereafter married his wife, Micki (Paris).&nbsp;&nbsp;They worked side-by-side continuing to grow their operation right up to his death.&nbsp;&nbsp;His passions included cattle, farming and, of course, his son and daughter-in-law and their three children.&nbsp;He was happiest working cattle with one kid on his shoulders and watching the others wield a sorting stick or run the hydraulic chute.&nbsp;His other passion was finances and he was afforded the opportunity to serve on several bank boards of directors.&nbsp;Most recently he was the Chairman of the Agri Bank board in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and a director of the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Operation (Farmer Mac) in Washington D.C.&nbsp;Previously he had also served on the boards of the Region 801 Production Association in Casper, Wyoming, and the Farm Credit Services of America board in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp;In 2017 he met the love of his life, Julie Collett, and she showed him how to take more time for his other interests to include travel and fly fishing. Even though they did not spend as much time together as they would have liked, they savored every moment together.&nbsp; He is survived by: his mother, Florine; his son, Lloyd (Micki) and three grandchildren – Gracia, Bryndle and Taos; two brothers, Kevin (Janet) and Trevor (Jennifer); his girlfriend, Julie; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.&nbsp;Not to mention lifelong friends that he had here locally and close friends across the nation he had found on his bank boards.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Firefighters Association or Keri Votruba Aspiring Youth in Agriculture scholarship fund being established in the spirit of his love for youth and agriculture by his family.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of Lloyd Votruba, 451 CR 80, Hemingford, NE&nbsp;69348.

Keri Votruba (1959 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571758724864.jpeg" width="127">Ruben Gomez, 78, died Saturday, October 19, 2019 at his home surrounded by friends and family.﻿&nbsp;He was born July 19, 1941 in San Benito, NL Mexico, the son of Hilario and Celia (Martinez) Gomez.&nbsp;Ruben was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother.&nbsp;He enjoyed his grandchildren, playing with them and many times throwing up money for all of them.&nbsp;In his early years, and being the oldest of 12 siblings, Ruben learned to work hard at an early age to help support his family.&nbsp;At the age of 15, along with his parents, they made their way to the United States where they began to work as laborers in agriculture.&nbsp;This continued for years to come.&nbsp;On November 15, 1959 in Munday, Texas, he married the love of his life, Mary Lopez, and shortly thereafter they moved to Caruthers, CA.&nbsp;Then, in 1965, they moved to Connell, WA where he worked for farmers harvesting potatoes and hauling for Lamb Weston.&nbsp;Trucking was his passion.&nbsp;In 1976, he and two others made their way to Alliance where he found work for not only his own family, but extended family as well.&nbsp;Ruben was known for his great leadership and work ethic.&nbsp;Many times it was known that he would manage large groups of people working either in fields or warehouses.&nbsp;He did this for many years, but in 1982 decided to go back to his passion of driving trucks along with his sons Ruben Jr. and Sam Gomez.&nbsp;In 2012 he retired, passing the business on to his sons.&nbsp;Shortly thereafter, Ruben became ill and succumbed to his illness, leaving behind the most precious gift in his life, his wife Mary, the most devoted spouse any man could ask for.&nbsp;In sickness and in health, Mary, all alone at times, managed to deal with so much stress, loneliness and pain as she was watching her beloved husband pass away.&nbsp;She truly was his most precious gift.&nbsp;&nbsp;He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Mary Gomez of Alliance; his children, Cindy (Francisco) Jacobo of Alliance, Ruben Gomez, Jr. of Alliance, Sammy (Nikki) Gomez of Sterling, CO, Becky Mikel of Guernsey, WY and Isaiah (Hilary) Gomez of Alliance; 25 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild.&nbsp;He is also survived by his brothers, Roger (Angie) Gomez of Bridgeport, Robert (Otilla) Gomez of Alliance, Hilario (Eva) Gomez of McAllen, TX, Daniel Gomez of Mission, TX, Samuel (Juanita) Gomez of Othello, WA, Florencio (Orfilinda) Gomez of Alliance and Santos (Julie) Gomez of Alliance; his sisters, Lydia (Casimiro) Salazar of Mission, TX, Juanita (Jaime) Galvan of Alliance and Celia (Misael) Lopez of Alliance.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Raul Gomez and his son-in-law, James S. Mikel.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at the Templo Bethel-Assembly of God Church.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 from 1-7 p.m. with the family present to greet friends from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp;Memorials may be given in care of the family at 1124 Niobrara Avenue, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp;Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;

Ruben Gomez (1941 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571758485368.jpeg">LeRoy Gene Serl, 66 passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019 at a Loveland, Colorado hospital. He was born on December 5, 1952 to Lloyd LeRoy and Gladys P. (Adamson) Serl.&nbsp;&nbsp;For a number of years LeRoy worked for the Alliance Police Department.&nbsp;He served as the animal control officer and then as a dispatcher while also serving as a reserve police officer.&nbsp;Before he retired, LeRoy worked for Service Master. He was a member of the Eagles Club and the American Pool Association.&nbsp;He enjoyed his hobbies of shooting pool as well as being an avid ice fisherman and hunter. He is survived by his daughter, Michelle Serl (Bryon Allen) of Scottsbluff and his granddaughter, Sophie Grace Allen.&nbsp;He is also survived by his twin-brother and his wife, Lloyd Dean and Klara Serl of Alliance, His niece Christina Hansen (Beau) of Holdrege, 2 nephews Matt Serl (Delta) and Aaron Serl of Alliance and numerous great-nieces and nephews.&nbsp;LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Linda Marie Serl. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp;Interment will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Lloyd D. Serl, 416 Grand Avenue, Alliance, NE&nbsp;69301 for a future designation.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

LeRoy Gene Serl (1952 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571691416650.jpeg" width="151" style="">Sister Kathryn Leahy, 99, passed away Friday, October 18, 2019 at Marian Residence in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp;She was born November 11, 1919 at Ewing, Nebraska to Thomas and Barbara (Bauer) Leahy. She was given the name Kathryn Elizabeth.&nbsp;Sister Kathryn followed the Lord’s call to the Sisters of St. Francis in 1936, and, at the age of 16 went by train to their Mother House at Stella Niagara, New York.&nbsp;Two years of novitiate training introduced her to the ways of Religious Life. In August, 1938 she professed her vows and took the name of Sister M. Bartholomew.&nbsp;When she completed 3 years of training at a Normal School in Buffalo, NY in 1941 her first teaching assignment brought her to St. Agnes Academy in Alliance, NE for 2 years.&nbsp;She would then be assigned to an inner city school in Denver, St. Elizabeth School. Other assignments would include Immaculate Conception in Rushville, NE, St. Francis Mission, St. Francis, SD and St. Mary’s Academy in O’Neill, NE. During these years she completed her B.A. Degree from St. Ambrose College in Davenport, IA and a M.A. Degree from Creighton University, Omaha.&nbsp;From 1957 to 1962 her duties also included administrative duties at Marycrest in Denver during which time an all-girl Catholic high school was opened.&nbsp;In 1962 she went to Rome, Italy studying Theology for two years.&nbsp;While there, she witnessed the opening of Vatican II Council, was in St. Peter’s square when Pope John XXIII died and also to be there for the first blessing of Pope Paul VI.&nbsp;In 1967 Sister Bartholomew changed her name to Sister Kathryn.&nbsp;From 1967 to 1972 she worked with the Diocesan School Office in Grand Island and also a time in Birmingham, AL.&nbsp;Her final work took her back to Marycrest in Denver where she worked in parish ministry in St. Mary Magdalene Parish. During the 1970’s she discovered a passion for writing.&nbsp;Sister Kathryn would later publish her book, “God’s Brat.”&nbsp;In 2005 Sister Kathryn retired and moved to Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to her parents, her siblings, Thecla, Mary, Ann, John and William preceded her in death.&nbsp;She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Marian Chapel with Father Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp;Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp;Wake services will be Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 7:00 p.m. at Marian Chapel.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Sister Kathryn Leahy (1919 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571666618378.jpeg" width="142" style="">Robert C. “Bob” Adam, 84, passed away Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Hemingford Community Care Center.﻿&nbsp;He was born August 10, 1935 in Hyannis, NE to George Donald and Marcella (Shackelford) Adam.&nbsp;Bob will be greatly missed by all who knew him through all stages of his life. He grew up on a ranch south of Alliance and attended Alliance High School graduating in 1954.&nbsp;He worked the ranch for a time.&nbsp;Then he went to Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, UT.&nbsp;While he was there he met ReNee’ Galigher.&nbsp;They were united in marriage on August 28, 1958. While in the Air Force they were stationed at Ramstein Germany.&nbsp;After his discharge he went back to ranching north of Hyannis, NE.&nbsp;Years of ranching there lead them to the Alliance area and helping with the family ranch.&nbsp;They also lived in Arizona for 2 years and Bob worked as an electrician.&nbsp;After that adventure they returned to Alliance and he worked for the Nebraska Boys Ranch for a time.&nbsp;He then retired and kept busy with wood working, his children and grandchildren.&nbsp;He and Renee’ took care of each other as the aging process occurred.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bob loved taking his children fishing, square dancing with Renee’ and other friends. He loved being in his wood shop inventing, building and repairing items.&nbsp;He loved staying busy and sitting around was not his style.&nbsp;Up and at’em. Bob was a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa and friend.&nbsp;He was always there to help out in any way he could.&nbsp;Always giving to those who needed something.&nbsp;Giving advice to those who wanted knowledge.&nbsp;Sharing wisdom with those who asked.&nbsp;Bob lived a strong Christian life and taught his family the same.&nbsp;He is survived by his children, Athena (Bobby) Walker of Alliance, Alan (Jamie) Adam of Big Timber,&nbsp;Montana, Annette (Arnold) Wood of Alliance, Ami Adam (Brad Johnson) of Scottsbluff and Andrew (Michelle) Adam of Alliance; his brothers and sisters, Wally (Connie) Adam of Alamogordo, NM, John (Anne) Adam of Alliance, Ted (Nannette) Adam of Lomita, CA, Tom (Ilene) Adam of Austin, TX, Cindy (Dale) Berndt of Lakeside, Peggy (Jim) Weber of Alliance, sister-in-law, Connie Adam of Dallas, TX, 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his wife, Renee’, his parents, sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Don Behm and his brother, Dwain Adam.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Pastor Gideon Achi and Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp;Burial with military honors will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be Tuesday, 1-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Community Care Center, P.O. Box 307, Hemingford, NE&nbsp;69348.

Robert C. "Bob" Adam (1935 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571408384214.jpeg" width="152" style="">Christina K. “Chris” Fraedrich, 45, of Scottsbluff, passed away on October 13, 2019 at the Heart Center of the Rockies in Loveland, Colorado of a heart attack. A Celebration of Chris’ Life will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 21, 2019 at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff with Pastor Ben Cross officiating. Memorials may made to the Christina Fraedrich Memorial Fund in care of Western Heritage Credit Union. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com Chris was born November 2, 1973 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Kathleen E. (Nicodemus) and Robert R. Fraedrich. She received her education in Scottsbluff and received her GED from Western Nebraska Community College. She was employed the past 18 years and 7 months at Cleary Building Corp in Scottsbluff. She was a member of the Prairie Driving Club from its beginning in 1999, serving as secretary and treasurer. She was also a member of the Panhandle Saddle Club when she was young, serving both as a Jr. Princess and Queen Attendant.Chris was happiest when spending time with her horses and cats; they seemed to understand her better than anyone else other than Jesus, whom she is now in Heaven with. The highlight of her life was being baptized this summer. Chris is survived by her mother Kathi Fraedrich of Scottsbluff; brother Vernon (Lori) of Dongducheon, Korea; nephews Tyler (Amber) and Cody Fraedrich all of Tonganoxie, KS; special cousins Sam Cross of Harrisburg and Robyn Nicodemus of Bayard; as well as numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. Chris was preceded in death by her father Robert Fraedrich, Grandparents Walter and Elsie Fraedrich and Fred and Pauline Nicodemus, Uncle Brad Cross, Aunt Donna Fraedrich, and cousins Wylie Cross, and Donna (McCormick) Coffee.

Christina K. "Chris" Fraedrich, 45

Dan Arthur Hoevet of Omaha, 80, passed away Friday, October 11, 2019 after a 5 month struggle with cancer and surgical complications.Services are pending at John A. Gentleman mortuary at 1010 N. 72nd St. in Omaha. Interment is expected at the Crawford Cemetery along with a family gathering. Dan was born near Crawford on January 27, 1939 to Arthur and Gladys (Leetch) Hoevet. Legally blind by age 6, Dan attended the Nebraska Institute for the Blind in Nebraska City (now NCECBVI). Upon graduation, he attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. He lettered in wrestling, and graduated with a degree in Economics. He studied the burgeoning field of information technology in Pittsburg, PA. Dan moved to Omaha, and in 1965 began a long career at Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company as a computer programmer and data analyst. On June 26, 1971, Dan was united in marriage with Mary Kay Downing at St. Cecilia Cathedral in Omaha. They made a home outside of Blair where they raised their twin sons Dan Jr. and Joseph. They divorced in 1993, and Dan relocated back to Omaha. Dan retired from regular employment in 1996 and volunteered in various organizations for the blind, such as the American Council for the Blind, and Share-A-Fare. He is survived by: his children, Dan Jr. of Blair, and Joseph of Omaha; grandson Daniel of Blair; brothers Richard of Scottsbluff, Ray and Sheri of Casper, WY; sisters Neoma and Ronald Clark, and Doris Rising, all of Alliance. Dan is preceded in death by: his parents; sisters Beverly Ann and Betty Jo; sisters-in-law Lorraine; brothers-in-laws Jack Rising, Blake Johnson, Marshall Baton; and nephew, Terry Rising.

Dan Arthur Hoevet (1939 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571160655502.jpeg" width="146" style="">Jimmy E. Scott, 81 of Rushville, Nebraska died Saturday October 12th 2019 at his home in Rushville. He was born December 6, 1937 in Amarillo TX, to William E and Opal Scott.﻿On March 12th 1989 he married Linda McCloud in Olathe, Colorado and moved to Chadron, Nebraska in 2000, and later moved to Rushville when he retired.Survivors include his wife Linda of Rushville, 5 Children, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. No service will be held at this time.

Jimmy E. Scott (1937 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571063431418.jpeg" width="188" style="">Robert E. Hart, 87, of Mitchell, passed into another life on October 9, 2019 at his home in Mitchell with this wife by his side. At his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 am on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Mitchell United Methodist Church with Reverend Joseph Schumacher officiating. Casual attire is welcome. Inurnment will be held the same day at 12 Noon at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff with military honors by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Memorials may be given to the church or the Mitchell Fire and Rescue Department. Dugan-Kramer is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com Bob was born December 1, 1931 to Elizabeth Marie Hart in York, Nebraska. Bob lived with his grandmother Ethel M. Hart and graduated from Belgrade High School in 1949. He worked different jobs in different states until joining the U.S. Navy Sea Bees in December of 1951. He went to Korea during the Korean Conflict and later to Guam where his unit constructed runways and supporting building. Bob was discharged in 1955. Bob married Gertrude M. Hedglin in Wood River, Nebraska and to this union Don, Neal, Terri Lynn, Larry, and Anne Marie were born. Bob and Gertrude were later divorced. Bob raised his children by himself until he met and later married Anna Kay Riebschlager in 1974 in Grand Island, Nebraska. Anna Kay had two sons, David and Danny. Bob was working for the Veterans Home in Grand Island. He later accepted a job in Scottsbluff where he constructed and built the Western Nebraska Veterans Home from the old Hiram Scott College buildings. Bob worked there until ill health forced his retirement in 1993. In 1997 Bob had to go on dialysis due to kidney failure. He was on dialysis for six years until receiving a kidney transplant in 2003 in Nashville, TN, giving him a better life. After retirement, he and Anna Kay traveled around until Anna Kay got lung cancer, which ended the traveling. Anny Kay passed away in 2007. Robert then had to have a caregiver to travel with him to Nashville and around for appointments and to take him to his military reunions because the VA did not want him traveling alone due to his health. In May of 2012, he and his caregiver, Elaine Houser, were married in Nashville. Elaine had two adult children Dan and Brenda. Bob is survived by his wife, 3 sons, 1 daughter, 17 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 10 step-grandchildren, sister Ruthie Imus of Fullerton, Nebraska; and his extended family.Bob was preceded in death by his grandparents, his mother, wife Anna Kay, a daughter, and a granddaughter.

Robert E. Hart (1931 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571063157323.jpeg" width="166" style="">Karen J. Hunter, 73, of Scottsbluff, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019, at her home in Scottsbluff. Her memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 17, 2019, at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Rick Wheatley officiating. Inurnment will be in the Danbury-Marion Cemetery near Danbury. The family respectfully request that memorials be given to Regional West Hospice or Disabled American Veterans.﻿ Karen Joyce Hunter was born April 4, 1946, at Sutherland, Nebraska to Leo George and Mary Ellen (Fisher) Hartman. She grew up in Danbury working for the family business, Hartman Telephone Exchange. She met Gary Kilpatrick and they were married June 9, 1962. They moved to western Nebraska in 1973, where she owned and operated Bluffs Auto for 26 years. She married Clyde Hunter, November 6, 2009, at Torrington, Wyoming. She most recently owned and operated Kelley’s Liquor Cabinet with her son, Cory. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff. Survivors include her husband, Clyde Hunter; daughter, Sheila Sterling of Laurens, South Carolina; sons, Devin (Becky) Kilpatrick of Fort Collins, Colorado, Cory (Koni) Kilpatrick of Scottsbluff and Justin Kumm of Scottsbluff; stepson, Eddie (Jeri) Hunter of Chugwater, Wyoming; sister, Rhonda (Johnnie) Marley of Moody, Texas; 12 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Kendall Kay Kilpatrick; husband, Gary Kilpatrick; and brother, Duane Hartman.

Karen J. Hunter (1946 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1571062553803.jpeg" width="122" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Lois Eyelene Collins passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Hemingford Community Care Center.&nbsp;She was 90 years old.&nbsp;Lois was born in Hemingford, NE on February 18, 1929.&nbsp;She was the oldest of four daughters born to Roy and Veva (Miller) Moravek. She attended school in Hemingford and graduated from HHS in 1947.&nbsp;As a young girl, she loved school and excelled as a student.&nbsp;She helped in her dad’s grocery store and spent summers and holidays helping on her grandparents’ farm.&nbsp;She had a beautiful voice, loved music and sang for many school and church events.&nbsp;Following graduation, she worked at Thiele’s Drug Store in Alliance.&nbsp;Lois met Martin Collins at a dance held at the dance hall west of Hemingford.&nbsp;They were married on May 6, 1950 at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church.&nbsp;Soon after, Martin enlisted in the Air Force and they were stationed in Texas.&nbsp;After his discharge, they moved back to the family farm.&nbsp;It was there they raised their 8 children, 5 girls and 3 boys.&nbsp;They lived and farmed in Box Butte County all their married life.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lois was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp;Her family was the most important thing in her life.&nbsp;She was an accomplished seamstress who spent countless hours making sure her children had new outfits for Christmas programs, Easter Sunday, school dances and their weddings.&nbsp;Lois was also known by friends and family as a wonderful cook and baker.&nbsp;She made beautiful wedding cakes and the best fried chicken, always Martin’s favorite.&nbsp;She always raised a big garden and passed her green thumb down to her kids.&nbsp;Later in life, she and Martin loved attending their grandchildren’s activities or just to visit and give hugs.&nbsp;Her brag book was always handy to share the latest pictures of her grandkids.&nbsp;They loved to take a Sunday drive just to enjoy the season or maybe stop for an ice cream cone.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lois lived her strong, Catholic faith in every aspect of her life.&nbsp;She was a member of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemingford and later, Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Alliance.&nbsp;She is survived by Martin, her husband of 69 years;&nbsp;her children, DeAnn Morse of Ainsworth, NE, Terri Collins of Alliance, Sharon (Mike) Trumble of Alliance, Lynelle (Bryce) Bump of Cheyenne, WY,&nbsp;Bryan (Mel) Collins of Alliance, Dale (Natalie) Collins of Alliance and Wanda (Chris) Raymond of Ainsworth, NE;&nbsp;16 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She is also survived by her sister Alma Wood, of Lubbock, TX and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Randy, son-in-law Dean Morse and her sisters Dorothy Powell and Geneice Connors.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp;Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp;Rosary services will be Monday at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp;Visitation will be Monday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and continue at the Rosary service.&nbsp;Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be given to Hemingford Community Care Center or to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Lois Eyelene Collins (1929 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570555568273.jpeg" width="158" style="">Dixie Leigh Flores (Eberspecher), loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at home on Sunday, October, 6, 2019.&nbsp;She was 72 years old.&nbsp;﻿&nbsp;Dixie was born on February 2, 1947, in Ogallala, Nebraska.&nbsp;She was the youngest of three children born to Glen and Satie Tilley Eberspecher.&nbsp;On July 24, 1971, she married Art Flores.&nbsp;They raised three daughters, Nichole, Danielle, and Erin.&nbsp;To know her was to love her.&nbsp;Dixie had the gift of making friends everywhere she went. Her open heart and trustworthiness was evident to all.&nbsp;She was loved and admired for her servant heart, genuine spirit, beautiful smile, sense of humor, strength and wisdom.&nbsp;She was a strong believer in the power of kindness and strived to touch everyone with even the smallest acts.&nbsp;Dixie enjoyed being creative and shared many of her creations with others.&nbsp;She also enjoyed spending time at the casino with Art.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a fierce protector of her family.&nbsp;She loved her daughters and always encouraged them to follow their dreams.&nbsp;Her grandchildren, Bo and Tilley, were the apples of her eyes. Art and Dixie were married for 47 years.&nbsp;Those years were full of laughter, adventure, and love.&nbsp;Whenever Dixie and her family were together, there was joy, humor and an abundance of love.&nbsp;Dixie was preceded in death by her father, Glen, her mother, Satie, her brother Mick, and her sister Glenna.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Art, her daughters Nichole and Danielle of Denver, Colorado, Erin (Joey) Ottley of Etna, WY, two grandchildren, Bo and Tilley, and numerous brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, and nephews.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp;Cremation will follow the service with burial in Calvary Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp;Wake services will be Friday, Oct. 11 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp;Memorials can be sent in care of the family to 804 Black Hills, Alliance, NE 69301 for a future designation.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Dixie Leigh Flores (Eberspecher), (1947 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570555117596.jpeg" width="135" style="">On Friday, October 4, 2019 Henry (Hank) Otto Taylor Jr, loving father of eight children, passed away at the age of 72. Hank was born on March 18, 1947 in Hay Springs, Nebraska to Henry and Goldie (Reeves) Taylor he was the only son of seven children. He attended Hay Springs Public Schools graduating in 1965. Hank enjoyed working around Hay Springs with his father as a mechanic and logger until he joined the Army National Guard in 1967. On January 28, 1970 Henry married Jann Wood and welcomed daughters Michelle, Gail, and Holly. On May 15, 1975 Hank married Margaret Johnson and they welcomed sons, Brian, Aaron, and Nathan. Along with daughters Amanda and Angela. Hank had a passion for mechanics, fishing, and family. He combined those passions by teaching his family mechanics as well as spending time with them fishing. One of his greatest prides was watching his children and grandchildren grow. Hank started his mechanic career early working with his dad at the family repair shop located just north of Hay Springs, he will be remembered as a man that could fix almost anything. Hank retired from the Sheridan County Road Department in 2013 after 32 years of employment. Hank had an amazing sense of humor and was always willing to stop what he was doing to help a friend. Hank was preceded in death by his father, Henry, mother, Goldie, sisters Bonnie, Virginia, and Sarah. He is survived by his eight children, Michelle (Mark) Keszler of Bridgeport, Gail (Willis) Byer of Bridgeport, Holly (Marcus) Widener of Bridgeport, Brian (Sara) Taylor of Chadron, Amanda (Mark) Haller of Rushville, Angela (Lonnie) Olsen of Black Hawk, SD, Aaron (Kayley) Taylor of Hay Springs, Nathan (Sunny) Taylor of Allen, TX. Along with sisters Elizabeth, Judy and Mary, several cousins, 25 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Memorial Services will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church - Hay Springs.

Henry (Hank) Otto Taylor, Jr. (1947 - 2019)

Gladys Jean Oetken passed away on October 4, 2019 at the Ponderosa Villa in Crawford, Nebraska. She was born March 17, 1931 to Fred and Lottie Oetken. As the ninth of ten children, she learned early to hold her own. Barely age 17 and armed with her Crawford High school home economics textbook she married Earl Soester May 21, 1948. They started small and for a short period rented an apartment above the then Gate City Hotel next to the Corner Bar. Earl farmed during the day and tended bar at night. Embarking on what would be a very successful marriage and business partnership they purchased a place eight miles east of town on Ash Creek. By age 25, she had four children under the age of five. She took a first aid course to patch up the four, volunteered for the school board, cooked meals that were often kept warm for hours on the wood burning stove while Earl worked and generally took on life. In 1962 the family moved to the place north of Crawford where she lived for 57 years. She was known by extended family and friends for her hospitality and could get a delicious meal for a large group on the table on short notice. She understood independence for women before it was in vogue, assuring that her daughters had a title to some land when she and Earl helped their sons get a start in farming and ranching in the 70s. She was a strict disciplinarian with clear boundaries established and not to be crossed but she and Earl managed to raise four equally strong-minded children. Her life emphasized honesty, hard work, fairness and family – with a sprinkling of community service, patriotism and competitive social bowling. She was a long-time member of the Crawford Eagles Club and the American Legion Auxiliary. She will be missed by many. She was preceded in death by all her siblings, her husband Earl and son Earl II. She is survived by her son Alan and her daughters Linda and Kathy, five grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Funeral services for will be held on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at 10:00AM at the United Methodist Church in Crawford, Nebraska. Burial will be at the Crawford City Cemetery.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the Crawford Volunteer Rural Fire Department or the Crawford Rescue Unit. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron NE 69337.

Gladyn Jean Oetken (1931 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570554603486.jpeg" width="115" style="">Madlyn Vera Helen Fritschie passed away October 1st, 2019 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska of natural causes. She was born September 19, 1961 at Lutheran Trinity in Kansas City, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm, Friday October 4, 2019 at Christ the King located at 18th &amp; N Street, Gering, Nebraska 69341. Services will be officiated by Father Mike McDonald. Burial will follow at Westlawn Cemetery, Gering, Nebraska. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com ﻿Madlyn Fritschie was born to Larry and Maxy Fritschie. She attended and graduated from Gering High School. Madlyn is preceded in death by her Mother, Maxy Fritschie and her brother, James Fritschie. She is survived by her Father, Larry Fritschie and her sister, Michele Fritschie Stuart, nephews Tyler Stuart, Corey Stuart, Andrew Fritschie, Larry Fritschie, Robert Fritschie; nieces Nicole Baker, Stephanie Fritschie as well as her sister-in-law Beth Fritschie; and numerous great-nephews and nieces. Madlyn was a lifetime resident of Gering / Scottsbluff. Anyone who knew Madlyn, knows she had an enormous heart that reached out to so many people. She loved animals, loved her family and always tried to help those around her. She proudly sponsored two children, one from Sri Lanka and one in the Philippines. When teased about how she loved to wear bright colors, she replied: Raspberry… Raspberry is my favorite color. Forever, raspberries will always remind us of Madlyn.

Madlyn Vera Helen Fritschie (1961 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570554369381.jpeg" width="143" style="">Funeral Services for Jene Wood, age 76 of Minatare, who died October 5, 2019, at Heritage Estates, will be October 11, 2019, at 1:30pm, at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel with Don Mathis officiating and burial at East Lawn Cemetery. A memorial has been established to the family to be determined at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com Jene was born August 27, 1943 in Scottsbluff to Lester and Esther Welsh. She received her early education in various schools, graduating from Melbeta High School in 1961. She married Stephen Wood Sr. on September 23, 1965 at Kimball, and they made their home in Minatare. She worked at RWMC for over thirty years taking care of babies, and then was an in home care provider. ﻿Survivors include son, Stephen (Kim) Wood of North Platte; daughter, Barbara Andrew of Morrill; daughter, Carrie Wood of Colorado; son, Fred (Kristi Edwards) Wood of Scottsbluff; grandchildren, Kristi (Tyler) Harpham, Nate Andrew, Shalea (Zach) Wood-Akers, Tiffanie and Spencer Wood; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents; brothers, Gerald and Jim Welsh; sister, Jane Welsh; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; nephew Gary Welsh; sister-in-law, Janice Welsh; Grandparents; fiancé, Chuck; and beloved poodle, Gigi.

Jene Wood (1943 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570458596519.jpeg" width="160" style="">Bruce Finley Carter, 88, of Scottsbluff, formerly of Morrill, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. His memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Rick Reisig officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff with military honors provided by the United States Marine Corps and American Legion Post No. 36 Honor Guard. The family respectfully requests that memorials in his honor be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.﻿ Bruce was born April 27, 1931, at Scottsbluff, Nebraska to David and Ethel (Ouderkirk) Carter. He grew up and received his education in Scottsbluff. He served in the United States Marine Corps from January 1952 to January 1955. He was a tank crewman and was stationed in Korea from June 1953 to August 1954. Bruce was a lifetime member of the American Legion and VFW. Bruce married the love of his life Janice Nadine (Comstock) Carter on September 12, 1955 in Scottsbluff. To this union four children were born; Jeni, Jeff, Jason and Jamie Carter. Following his military service Bruce became an electrician’s apprentice and then worked in Scottsbluff over the years with various electrical companies. In 1979, he started with Burlington Northern Railroad in Alliance as an electrician, retiring in 1997. Survivors include his wife, Janice Nadine Carter; daughter, Jeni Denise (Jake) Jacobs; sons, Jeffrey Friel Carter, Jason Perle Carter, and Jamie Odus (Kelly) Carter; grandchildren, Crystal Nadine (Mark) Abrams, Caleb Lee Jacobs, Michael Lee Sapp, Amber Dawn (Joe) Essay, and Joshua Finley Carter; great-grandchildren, Hanna Quinne Abrams, Jacob Eston Abrams, Joseph Daniel Essay III, Samuel Elias Essay, and William Finley Essay; brothers and sisters, Grace Jane Andrew, Charlotte Sandra (Dan) Lissman, Douglas Eugene Carter, Juanita Jo (Lloyd) Rote, and Darold Fay (Joan) Carter. Bruce and Janice were instrumental in raising his five brothers and sisters after the passing of his mother and father. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Dave and Ethel Carter; sister, Carolyn Opal Carter; brother, William David Carter; sister, Gail Peterson; brother-in-law, Ben Peterson; brother-in-law, Jerry Andrew; and granddaughter, Stephanie Lynn Carter. In the end, when you leave this world the only things you can take with you are the things you’ve packed inside your heart.

Bruce Finley Carter, (1931 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/10/1570457424153.jpeg" width="120" style="">Rev. Allen Henderson, 64, beloved Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Fort Dodge, passed away on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019. Funeral services were held on Saturday October 5th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Rev. Steven Turner officiating. Burial followed at St. Paul Cemetery in Boone. Laufersweiler-Sievers Funeral Home served the family. Survivors include his wife, Kristine, daughter, Kandi (Ben) Lovin of Rosemount, MN, son, Kelly (Erin) Henderson of Norwalk, IA, daughter, Kristen (David) Willingham of Olathe, KS, grandchildren, Ella, Charlie, Harper, Kalyn, Connor, Blake, and Kenley, sisters, Patricia Buskirk of Hemingford, NE and Beverly Schneider of Cylinder, IA, mother-in-law, Alice Johnson, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orvie and Mabel (Johnson) Henderson, father-in-law, Ernie Johnson, brothers-in-law, Harold Schneider and Keith Buskirk. Allen Wayne Henderson was born on February 13, 1955 in Clarion. As a young man he grew up in western Nebraska where he graduated from Scottsbluff High School. On March 22, 1975 he was united in marriage to Kristine Johnson and they made home in western Nebraska near Scottsbluff. For several years Allen was a feed and grain salesman. He then decided to follow his true calling to be a Pastor. He began his calling at Concordia Lutheran Church in Williston, ND and then later moved to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Boone. In 1999, Pastor Al came to Fort Dodge where he served as Senior Pastor for St. Paul Lutheran Church where he became well known and loved by his parish. In 2014, Pastor Al, along with many others helped to start "Serving Our Servants" S.O.S. which was based on serving those who serve the community. Pastor Al was also the Chaplain for Fort Dodge Police Department, Fort Dodge Fire Department, Webster County Sheriff Department and the Iowa State Patrol District 7. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren. Rev. Allen could often be heard saying "Well Done Thy Good and Faithful Servant" and would end conversations with "Carry On". He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

Rev. Allen Henderson (1955 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569857089909.jpeg" width="141" style="">Daniel Anson McMurtrey departed this world on September 27th, 2019 at 82 years of age. He was born to Paul and Edith (Parkhurst) McMurtrey in St. Charles, Mo on November 17th, 1936. Daniel loved horses from a very young age. He would run to the neighbor’s house to watch the horse Native Dancer on TV anytime he would race. He went to visit family in Whitman, Nebraska right after high school and immediately fell in love with the place. He worked on a ranch for a while before landing a job with the Diamond E Cattle Company. He began racing horses and won his first race in Scottsbluff. After that he was hooked. He raced some of his own horses and trained others over the years. He was always happiest around the horses. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Eva Clements, 3 nephews, James P. Russell, Mark J Russell, Jay P Clements, 3 brothers-in-law, Donald C Matlock, John Clements and William (Bud) Russell, 4 great-nephews and one great-niece. He is survived by sister, Virginia (William) Russell, sister, Marie (Don) Matlock, brother, Robert (Lola Mae) McMurtrey and sister, Edith Davis. He is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and 17 great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Friday, October 6 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Reverend Gary Belk officiating.&nbsp;Cremation will follow the service and burial will be in Missouri at a later date.

Daniel Anson McMurtrey (1936 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569856902011.jpeg" width="140" style="">Samantha Kathrine Gonzalez, age 50 passed away on Wednesday September 25th, 2019 at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. Samantha was born May 24th, 1969 in Alliance, NE to Edward J. and Cecilia (Castro) Gonzalez. She is survived by her two sons, Zachariah Boslau of Ft. Meyers, Florida and John Nunez of Lakewood, CO. She is also survived by her mother, Cecilia (Castro) Gonzalez of Alliance, NE, her brother and sisters, Arlene and Jim Smith of Littleton, CO, Adrian Gonzalez of Alliance, NE and Celeste Hull of Alliance, NE, her signifcant other, Steve Vogel of Alliance, NE and nieces and nephews Alexis Lauterbach of Denver, CO, Drew Lauterbach of Alliance, NE, Dylan Smith of Littleton, CO,&nbsp;Sierra Gonzalez of Thornton, CO&nbsp;Anthony Gonzalez of Alliance, NE and her great niece and nephew, Celina Borrego and Zekieus Sanchez. Samantha was a 1987 graduate of Alliance High School, she worked for two medical facilities specializing in child development and genetic health while she lived in Denver. Samantha relocated back to Alliance to help take care of her parents. Samantha worked for the Senior Services Center of Alliance, Neb where she enjoyed sharing her passion and love for the Senior Citizens. She loved music, dancing, singing, sports and crafting; she had many more passions. Samantha loved living in the country as she loved the animals and the freedom and that became her sanctuary. Samantha was a member of the Holy Rosary Church. A Rosary will take place on Thursday October 3rd&nbsp;at 7:00 p.m. at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. The funeral services will be on Friday October 4 at 10:00 a.m. with Father Tim Stoner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Samantha was preceded in death by her father, Edward J. Gonzalez and her brother, Rick "Gonzo" Gonzalez.&nbsp; Memorial Donations can be sent to Arlene Gonzalez Smith – 9251 W Rice Ave Littleton, Co 80123

Samantha Kathrine Gonzalez (1969-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569607159162.jpeg" width="192" style="">Jane Corr, 85, of Melbeta, passed away Sept. 21, 2019 at Haven Manor in Hickman, NE. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, Oct. 5 at 2:00 at Calvary Memorial Church with Pastor Bradley Kihlthau officiating. A memorial has been established by her family. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Jane was born June 29, 1934, in Denison Texas, to Daucy and Daisy (Whitehead) Harris. She graduated from Denison High School in 1951 where she studied cosmetology and received her cosmetology license before graduating. She met her husband, Elbert Corr, while on a date with one of Elbert's friends. Elbert and Jane then began dating and were married on March 28, 1953 in Ashdown, Ark., a marriage of 59 years. They spent their early married years in California then moved to Melbeta in 1969 where they farmed and ranched. Jane was proud of her home and her family and spent her days taking care of everyone around her. She enjoyed painting and ceramics, and made beautiful quilts that she gave to family members. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren and spent lots of time reading to them, teaching them to cook and how to drive. She was a second mom and grandma to many of her nieces and nephews. She is survived by; son Alan (Gwen) Corr of Minden, daughters; Pam Peterson of Shawnee, KS and Denise Corr of Lincoln; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Elbert, son Mike, grandson Cory, her parents, and 13 brothers and sisters.She was a beautiful lady with a sweetness about her and will be greatly missed by her loved ones.

Jane Corr (1934-2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569606761137.jpeg" width="116" style="">Morris Engebretsen, 96, of Harrison, Nebraska passed away peacefully in his sleep at The Village at Regional West Assisted Living in Scottsbluff on September 23, 2019. Funeral Services will be held Monday, September 30, 2019 at 10:00AM at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Harrison, Nebraska with Pastor Rockhill officiating. Burial will follow at the Harrison Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church. Morris was born May 13, 1923 to Nels and Emma Engebretsen at their Harrison ranch. He attended country grade school and continued on to graduate from Sioux County High School in 1941. He worked on his parents’ ranch until joining the United States Army Air Corps on October 12, 1942. He served his country during World War II and was honorably discharged on February 8, 1946. On September 12, 1949, Morris married Alda Grote, who was also from Harrison. They were married in a double ceremony with Dick and Jackie Herren at the Lutheran Church in Cheyenne, WY. He worked as a carpenter in the Harrison area while the couple owned and operated the Sioux Motel where they raised their three children. Morris willingly served on the town board, as mayor, on the volunteer fire department, as well as numerous offices in Redeemer Lutheran Church. In 1971, they moved to Loveland, Colorado, where he continued doing carpentry for eight years during a building boom before they moved back to live on the Engebretsen ranch near Harrison in 1979. Morris and Alda built their beautiful partial earth home in Sowbelly Canyon in 1984. In his retirement, he enjoyed helping his wife run their Sowbelly home as a Bed and Breakfast, as well as tending their large garden, still doing carpentry, and fiddling in his woodshop until the house burned down in the Pine Ridge fire of July 2006. Morris and Alda then moved to town and fixed up two different houses, and he resided in one of them until he moved to assisted living just a little over two months before he passed away. Morris is survived by his son, Lee and his wife Barbara of Harrison; daughter Roxanne and her husband Tim Engelland of Gering; son William and his wife Barbara of Wayne, Nebraska; grandchildren Marcie (Sean) Warner, Lacy (Phil) Smay, Colin (Katie) Engebretsen, Ian (Katlyn) Engebretsen, and Emma (Ben) Kneifl; eleven great-granchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews as well as one sister-in-law, Helen Engebretsen. He was preceded in death by his wife Alda, his parents, and his three sisters and six brothers.

Morris Engebretsen (1923 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569606528732.jpeg" width="127" style="">Frances Thyne, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. Frances was born November 19, 1921 to Iver and Florence (Buckley) Lingwood in Crawford, Nebraska. Frances Lingwood married Robert Bachmann in 1940. She later married Bill Thyne in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. Frances worked for Dr. Owen for 20 years as a medical assistant in Hay Springs and Gordon. This was the beginning of caring for others. Her generosity, devotion and unconditional love were the heart and soul of our family. All were blessed by her strong faith in God that she shared with those she loved. Survivors include three daughters,&nbsp;Barbara (LaVern) Hankins, Kay (Mickey) Myrick, DeEtta (Delray) Bassett, son Jim (Teresa) Bachmann, grandchildren Kim, Melanie, Julie, Jill (Jack), Jason (Laura), Matt (Lexi), Isaac (Jami), Kelsey, Dain and Jordan; great grandchildren Tanner, Drew, Maxwell, Cooper, Hudson, River, Jude, Luca, Evie, Quinn, Huxley and Rosemary; her sister Ann Paschal and 1 niece and 1 nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Robert Bachmann, second husband William Thyne, daughter Saundra Roberts and granddaughter Karla Letcher. The family wishes to extend a thank you to the staff of Pioneer Manor Nursing Home for their loving care of our mother. In lieu of flowers memorials have been established for Pioneer Manor, Hay Springs Volunteer Fire Department and Zion Lutheran Church.Funeral Services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday September 30, 2019 at 10:00AM. Visitation with family will be Sunday September 29th from 4:00-6:00PM.

Frances Thyne, (1921 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569606254427.jpeg" width="124">Pat Douglas Hebbert, age 61, of Ashby, Nebraska passed away, Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at Monaco Care and Rehabilitation Center in Denver, Colorado.Pat was born to Randall “Gene” and Gail (Michel) Hebbert on January 31, 1958, at Alliance. He was a life-long resident of the Sandhills, and attended Elementary School in Ashby. He graduated from Hyannis High School in 1977. Pat was a member of the Grant County Roping Club winning the Year End High Point Heeler buckle in 1981. He was an avid trap shooter and made sure his nephews and nieces became gun owners and learned to shoot at a young age. In 1988 Pat made a trip to Vandalia, Ohio to compete in the Grand American trapshooting national competition. Pat never knew a stranger. Whether he was well drilling with his grandad and uncle, working in hayfield, bartending, working cattle, working at the gas station, delivering fuel, delivering mail, attending a trapshoot, gun show, rodeo, auction, visiting on the phone, or simply met you along the road he always had time to visit. He was a rural mail carrier out of Hyannis for over 16 years. Pat had a big heart and would do anything to help out anyone. He had a special soft spot in his heart for all children. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandparents; Albert and Ima Hebbert; and Louis and Ethel Michel. Pat is survived by; 1 sister; Betty Jo (Jim) Leapley, of Coleridge, NE; 2 brothers; Clint (Suzy) Hebbert, of Ashby, NE; Mike "Sid" (Vicki) Hebbert, of Prescott, AZ; six nephews and nieces; Bill Leapley and Michel Leapley, of Coleridge; Gail Leapley, of Lincoln, NE; Katie Jo Leapley, of Coleridge; Ed (Kate) Hebbert, of Clay Center, NE; Joe (Makala) Hebbert, of Lincoln; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a large circle of friends. Memorial Services will be held, 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the Ashby Congregational Church in Ashby with Kevin Burton of Scottsbluff, NE officiating.The family chose cremation. Interment will be held in the Ashby Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Grant County Rescue Squad. Online condolences may be left by signing the Guest Book at www.drauckerfuneralhome.com.Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala has been entrusted with arrangements.

Pat Hebbert, (1958 - 2019)

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569346770551.jpeg" width="176" style="">Betty J. Walker, 86, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Highland Park Care Center.﻿&nbsp;She was born September 21, 1933 at Crawford, NE to William and Blanche (Hudson) McKinney.&nbsp;On May 14, 1952 she was united in marriage to Robert L. Walker.&nbsp;After their marriage they lived on a farm south of Crawford before moving to Alliance in 1974.&nbsp;During her time here Betty worked at Pizza Hut, Woolrich, Drake Hotel and Kmart prior to retirement.&nbsp;She had many interests but especially enjoyed her flower garden, crocheting and reading.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Robert, her children, Joleen Noxon (Fred Vanis) of Dwight, NE, Connie (Doug) Doeschot of Panama, NE, Bobby (Athena) Walker of Alliance and Brian (Marlene) Walker of Crawford, NE, her 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Eloise Adamson of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Debra Campbell, her sister, Margie Snyder and her brothers, Kenneth McKinney, Billy McKinney and Donald McKinney.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Friday, September 27 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.&nbsp;Visitation will be Thursday, 1-7 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Veterans State Cemetery at Alliance Foundation, P.O. Box 902, Alliance, NE&nbsp;69301.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Betty J. Walker, 86

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569335222788.jpeg" width="126" style="">Everett C. Schneider, 59, of Scottsbluff passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019 at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. His memorial service will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff with Pastor Ken Maldonado officiating. Memorials may be given to the Western Nebraska Veterans Home or the family. Everett was born April 9, 1960 in Scottsbluff to Carl and Kathryn (Asmus) Schneider. He attended school at Redington, graduating from Bridgeport High School in 1978. Everett played football, wrestled, ran track and participated in FFA while in high school. He graduated from the Reisch World Wide College of Auctioneering in Mason City, Iowa in 1981. Everett was united in marriage to Donna Neuharth on June 9, 1984 in their backyard in Wellington, CO. The couple moved to Fort Collins where they owned and managed WW Auctions &amp; Real Estate. Everett was active in the Colorado Auctioneer’s Association and won the state bid calling championship in 2004. In 2010, he was inducted into the Colorado Auctioneer’s Association Hall of Fame. For the last eight years, he has called Minatare home while remaining active in the auctioneering community but most importantly, fulfilling his childhood dream of farming. Everett enjoyed playing snooker, game days when the Huskers and Broncos played football, coffee in the mornings with Donna, working on the farm, jet skiing, golfing, and playing guitar. He got a hole in one and kept the certificate in his wallet. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and uncle. Everett is survived by his wife Donna Schneider; daughter, Natalie (Jacob) Birt, father, Carl Schneider; brothers Harvey (Jessie) Schneider, Jim (Jo Ann) Schneider, Bob (Rhonda) Schneider, sister-in-law, Deb Schneider, brother-in-law Mike Abrams and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Everett was preceded in death by his mother Kathryn Schneider, brother, Larry Schneider, sister-in-law, Nancy Abrams, nephew, Riley Schneider, niece Leizza Bradford, and great nieces, Briar Stuart and Mickey Schneider.

Everett C. Schneider, 59

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569335044663.jpeg" width="158" style="">Bonnie Sue Weitzel, 61, a lifelong resident of Scottsbluff, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at Regional West Medical Center. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at First Christian Church in Scottsbluff with Reverend Nona Hodder officiating. Online condolences may be left by viewing her obituary at www.dugankramer.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church or an organization of your choice in her name. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Bonnie was born October 21, 1957, to Harland and Betty (Royle) Beals. She was born into a close-knit family. Her everyday life was woven together with the lives of her family members and extended family members, which gave strength to them all. Bonnie grew up in Scottsbluff, and graduated from Scottsbluff Senior High in 1976 and Western Nebraska Community College in 1978. Bonnie worked at the Scottsbluff Inn for several years. Eventually, Bonnie began her career working for the State of Nebraska Judicial System, working as a court clerk. In 2003, Bonnie married LeRoy Weitzel. They were together for 28 years before LeRoy’s death in 2017 after a long illness, during which Bonnie cared for him lovingly. She continued to grieve his death until her own. Bonnie was generous with everything she had, and was greatly loved by her family and friends. Her life included periods of great struggle, but she was quick to help others, no matter what difficulty she was facing. She accepted people as they were, and gave them the ability to do the same. She understood the “glue” that holds people together, and insisted on traditions – Fourth of July family breakfast in the park, Christmas cookie production, working the Star Herald crossword puzzle jointly with family members every day, camping trips, crafts after Thanksgiving dinner – all of which made wonderful memories for everyone involved. Bonnie was an active member of First Christian Church, where she organized and participated in many events, including playing with the hand-bell choir and serving as an elder of the church. Her service in the Lord was cheerful, hands-on, and frequent. She was also a great reader and loved creating handcrafted art. Survivors include: mother, Betty Beals; brothers Dennis (Diane) Beals, Gary (Sandy) Beals, and Rob Beals; sister-in-law, Lori Beals; nephews, Jason (Marcie) Beals, Josh (Cricket) Beals, Michael Beals, Daniel Beals, and Jacob Beals; stepsons Jay (Pat) Weitzel of Scottsbluff, NE and Corey (Kelly) Weitzel of Bellevue, NE; stepdaughter Jennifer Weitzel of Dayton, OH; sister-in-law Darlene (Randy) Wickard of Scottsbluff, NE; Grandchildren Morgan and Kyle Wietzel, and Aaron Weitzel; Great nieces and nephew, Lauren Trenkle, Creighton Beals, Jane Beals, and Coraline Beals. Bonnie was preceded in death by her father, husband LeRoy Weitzel, and brother Douglas Beals.

Bonnie Sue Weitzel, 61

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1569334767628.jpeg" width="128" style="">With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our father, Bobby Hale, 90, of Mitchell, NE on Saturday, September 21, 2019. His funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Jones Mortuary in Mitchell with Reverend Deacon Angela Jones officiating. Burial will be in the Mitchell Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, September 24 at Jones Mortuary in Mitchell. In lieu of flowers,memorials may be made to Skipper’s Cupboard or to the Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.jones-mortuary.com. Bobby was born on January 29, 1929, to George and Mollie (Fisher) Hale at their home in Mitchell. He graduated from Mitchell High School in 1947, and married Florence Houser on June 19, 1950. The couple had five children: Vicki, Rick, Lori, Becky and Tamie.Through the years, he worked for Whitmore’s Dairy, Fairmont Dairy, Cawley’s and Mitchell Public Schools. He loved fishing, hunting, Husker football, the Atlanta Braves and Colorado Rockies baseball teams. He is survived by his wife, Florence; children, Vicki (JL) Ewing, Rick Hale, Lori (George) McDaniel, Becky Hale and Tamie Carlson; seven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren and sister, Bonnie Query of Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was preceded in death by parents, Mollie and George Hale; brother, Donald; sisters, Barbara Jean(Ralph) Gibson, Betty Hale and Bernice Hale; in-laws, Nina and Bill Houser; sister and brother in-law, Alice (Bud) Ouderkirk, and Annetta (Bob) Murrell; sister-in-law, Mavis Houser; brothers-in-law, Wilbert Weitzel and Bill Query and son-in-law Mike Carlson.

Bobby Franklin Hale, 90

Barbara Messersmith, 88, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Hemingford Community Care Center.&nbsp;She was born in Alliance on January 11, 1931 to Charles and Sybil (Hutchinson) Sisley.&nbsp;She was a graduate of Alliance High School and attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.&nbsp;On June 14, 1952 she was united in marriage to Lee Messersmith. From 1953 to 1964 they lived in Curtis, NE while her husband taught at Nebraska School of Agriculture.&nbsp;They then moved to a farm at Hemingford and she has been a Hemingford resident since that time.&nbsp;Barb was an active member of the Hemingford United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Barbara is survived by her sons, Chuck (Judy) Messersmith of Alliance, J.Scot (Marilyn) Messersmith of Lafayette, CO, Douglas (Mari) Messersmith of Palm Springs, CA and Terry (Nel) Messersmith of San Jose, CA and her grandchildren, Keal (Ashley) Messersmith of Lincoln, NE, Jacob Messersmith of Palm Springs, CA, Kimmy Messersmith of San Jose, CA, Lisa Heck of Denver, CO and Jill (Mike) Hogan of Omaha.&nbsp;She is also survived by her sister, Judy Haggard of Gering and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, her brothers, Don Sisley and Mick Sisley, and her daughter-in-law, Colleen Messersmith.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Thursday, September 26 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Hemingford.&nbsp;Pastor Esther Achi will officiate.&nbsp;Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be on hour prior to service time at the church Thursday morning.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Firefighters Association or to the Hemingford United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Messersmith, 88

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1568837191706.jpeg" width="122" style="cursor: nwse-resize;">Dorothy June Crawford, 92, of rural Alliance, departed this world Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Born on June 27, 1927 to Harry and Alice (Davidson) Frost of Overton, Nebraska, Dorothy was the proud big sister to Donald Ray and attended Overton area schools, graduating from Overton High School in 1945. She attended Nebraska State Teachers College at Kearney. After teaching in Kimball, Dorothy accepted a position in Alliance, teaching 4th, 5th, and 6th&nbsp;grades at Emerson, Central and Grandview elementary schools. Her students remember her fondly as a pretty and kind young teacher who made each of them feel special. Dorothy met the love of her life, Raymond Eugene Crawford, in January 1955 on a blind date at a dinner party. They married June 3, 1956 and shared 61 happy years together before Ray’s death in October 2017. Dorothy and Ray had three children: Wayne (Mary) and Warren of Alliance, and Wanda of Bellevue, Kentucky. Dorothy accepted Jesus Christ as her savior at the Overton Methodist Church, joining the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Alliance when she married Ray.&nbsp;In her lifelong devotion to her faith, for decades Dorothy taught adult Sunday school, sang alto in the church and community choirs, taught and helped with vacation Bible school and JAM after school program, gave lessons and held office in the denomination’s district meetings, participated in Christian Women’s Fellowship (CWF), baked and served cakes for the monthly birthday parties at Good Samaritan, served Meals on Wheels, and with Ray, shared communion with homebound members of their church and decorated graves of members who had passed on. Dorothy enjoyed the fellowship of the Gideons and Gideons Auxiliary. Dorothy was also very active in community organizations. She was a 4-H mom, hosting livestock judgings on the Crawford ranch, leading music for her children’s 4-H club meetings, and helping at the Box Butte County Fair with 4-H entries and the 4-H food booth. Dorothy was a School District 22 mom, sewing costumes for plays, co-hosting parties, and substitute teaching. Dorothy was an election worker for Snake Creek/Wright precinct. When not serving her church and community, Dorothy was gardening, helping on the ranch, or reading. After Dorothy and Ray retired, they were often seen in town at brown bag lunches and concerts at the library and at the Sunday country music jamborees and couples dances.&nbsp;They supported high school, humanities and arts council programs, and events at the Knight Museum. Dorothy made many friends in Ray’s World War II 43rd&nbsp;Bomb Group, attending reunions around the U.S. for nearly thirty years. A prolific writer of cards and letters, Dorothy maintained lifelong friendships around the state and country. Dorothy lived on the Crawford ranch until three weeks ago, thanks to her son Warren, who was her caretaker the last several years. Dorothy is survived by her children and thirteen nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray, her parents Harry and Alice, her parents-in-law Fred and Bonnie Crawford, her brother Donald, sisters- and brothers-in-law Verna and Marilyn Frost, Gene Crawford, Helen (Carl) Lewis, Lelan (Evelyn and Kathern) Crawford, Edith (Melvin Chris) Bartels, June (Bill) Powell, and two nephews. Funeral services will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Alliance at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 21 with interment at the Alliance Cemetery. Pastor Tim Stadem will officiate.&nbsp;Visitation will be at the Bates-Gould Chapel from 1:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, September 20, with family present from 4:00-6:00 p.m.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church, 901 Box Butte Ave., Alliance, Nebraska, 69301, Gideons International, P.O. 114, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301, or donor’s choice.

Dorothy June Crawford, 92

<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1568828501881.jpeg" width="129" style="">Marjorie Helen (McCann) Anderson was born June 28th, 1925 in Dubuque, Iowa. She was the eldest of three children born to Hal and Marjorie McCann. A few years later the family settled in Des Moines, Iowa where “Dolly,” as she was known to family and friends, lived a charmed childhood, biking, skating, sledding, swimming, riding the streetcar to dances, and downtown to the movie theatres. After graduating from Urbandale High School she worked at Banker’s Life Insurance Company for a year prior to attending the University of Iowa. It was during her time there that she met Everett (Andy) Anderson who had just returned from service in WWII and had begun studying law at U of I. They were married June 1st, 1947 and spent the early years of their marriage in Iowa before moving to Lincoln, NE. After eight years in Lincoln, Marj and Andy moved to the Sandhills community of Gordon, NE in 1960 along with their four sons: Steven, Michael, Paul, and Erik. It was during this period of her life that Marj’s longtime interest of photography blossomed. Although self-taught, she became an accomplished photographer. This passion led her to many adventures photographing rodeos, cattle drives, brandings, hay crews, and track meets. Of special interest to her ere the Lakota people living in and around the area. She formed a relationship that allowed her to be welcome at Pow-Wows and the Sun Dance and was made a member of the tribe and given the name Kindhearted Woman by Chief Frank Fools Crow. She was a wonderful mother who ingrained in her boys a sense of adventure and freedom. Many were the trips to the Niobrara river, the Pine Ridge area, the Black Hills, Sandhills, and Toadstool Park for camping, hiking, and just general fun. In 1970, Marj moved to the Scottsbluff area. There she met Robert Nerud and spent nearly twenty years with him on his farm near Mitchell, NE during which time she formed a special connection with his three sons: Robin, Scott, and Greg. Also, during this period, Marj volunteered at the thrift store in Scottsbluff. She had a keen eye for nice jewelry (turquois in particular), linens, silk scarves, and antiques. She had a unique style that was all her own. In 1995 Marj bought a home in Hemingford, NE, which she owned for the next eighteen years. From 1979 forward, she became a grandmother to twelve grandchildren. As with her boys, Marj enjoyed playing and spending time with her grandkids, entertaining them with her stories, photographing them and passing to them a wonderful and unique perspective on life.For the past eight years Maj has lived with her son Steve at his home near the Niobrara River in southern Dawes County. She was blessed to have her health for 94 long years and the good fortune to pass peacefully in her sleep at home on September 12th, 2019. She was preceded in death by her son Paul, sister Louise, husband Andy and close friend Bob Nerud. Left to celebrate her life is her brother David, her sons Steve and his children Aaron Reyes, Nick, Ole, and Britt; Mike, wife Jody and their children Austin, Valorie and Erika; Paul’s daughters Megan, Ingred, Brooke and Holly; and Erik, wife Julie and their daughter Ursula; as well as nine great-grandchildren (soon to be ten). Per Marj’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. Cremation was handled by Dugan-Kramer. A private memorial service will be held after which her ashes, along with those of her son, Paul, will be given to the Niobrara River where she spent so many memorable times. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Dr. John Ruffing and wife Pat of Hemingford, Mrs. Rose Wehtje of Box Butte County, the Dawes County Sheriff’s Department, the Dawes County Attorney and Miss Kathryn Worley of Alliance.

Majorie Helen (McCann) Anderson, 94

L<img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/9/1568822516908.jpeg">arry D. Clark, 81 of Grand Island died Sunday, September 15, 2019 at CHI Health St. Francis. Celebration of Life Service will be 11 AM Thursday at All Faiths Funeral Home. Daniel Naranjo will officiate. His family will be greeting friends an hour before service time. Casual attire is requested.Private family burial of ashes will be in the Broken Bow Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Larry was born in Anselmo, NE on November 13, 1937 to Noel and Grace (Manning) Clark. He was one of nine children. Larry attended school in Anselmo and Broken Bow. Beginning at an early age, he worked summers in the hay fields in the sandhills. On August 7, 1954 he was united in marriage to Janice Waters at the EUB Church Parsonage in Broken Bow. This union was blessed with four children, Bruce, Wendy, Phillip and Mitchell. Larry worked as a plumber in Broken Bow and North Platte. He returned to Broken Bow where he traveled selling tires for Foree Tire and Supply. In 1965 they moved to Grand Island where he traveled selling tires for G.I. Tire Sales. In 1969, they opened Clark Oil in Loup City, NE. After selling the station in 1976, Larry created Clark Sales, selling Ad Specialties and returned to Grand Island in 1988. While living in Broken Bow, Larry was active in the group forming the Little Theatre, performing in several of their early plays. Following their move to Grand Island, Larry acted in several plays with the Grand Island Theatre. When they lived in Loup City, Larry was an active member of the fire department serving a first ambulance chief. Later served as the Mayor of Loup City and was a supporter of the new city hall. He was also a Past Exalted Ruler of the Ord Elks Lodge. Larry loved a good story, coffee with friends and time spent with family. He was a proud member of AA for over 40 years. Survivors include his wife Janice; children, Wendy (Ken) Kreta of Palm Desert, CA, Phillip (Anna) Clark of Gig Harbor, WA, Mitchell (Gayle) Clark of Alda, daughter-in-law, Mary Clark of Ravenna; 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Fay, Irvin, Gerald and Ken; sisters, Shirley, Evelyn, Darlene and Barbara; his son, Bruce and great-grandson, Austin.

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