Kevin Cleve Clemens was born Oct. 17, 1959, in O’Neill, NE, to Lyle Twain and Norma Jean (Farrier) Clemens. He attended school in Clay Center, Chappell, and Kenesaw, NE, graduating from Kenesaw as a Regent Scholar. He earned a marketing degree from UNK.

He was an avid fisher, hunter, and golfer, and was an amazing southpaw pitcher in his school days. Kevin lived most of his life in the Kenesaw/Wood River area, but moved to Scottsbluff six years ago to be closer to family.

He was a hard worker, working locally at Cenex, Regional West, and Wal-Mart, but his favorite job was owning “Through My Window”, a consignment shop in Grand Island.

When his health began to decline, he became a treasure hunter and sold some of his collectibles online. Per his request, the family will hold a Memorial Garage Sale this spring.

Kevin was given an amazing gift when doctors told him he had a year or two to live. The year he was given gave him a chance to mend rifts and prepare his soul for his journey. He told his family often that this had been the best year of his life.

Kevin died Feb. 15, 2020, in Scottsbluff. He is survived by his sisters: Valerie (Mike) Isom of Allen, Carol Dawn (the late Rodney) Shaw of Nelson, Kimberly (Ted) Schaaf and Lisa (Kent) Hadenfeldt of Scottsbluff. Kevin was a fun uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his best pal/dog Buddy.

A private celebration of life will be held this spring at his favorite fishing hole.

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 </figure>Kevin Cleve Clemens was born Oct. 17, 1959, in O’Neill, NE, to Lyle Twain and Norma Jean (Farrier) Clemens. He attended school in Clay Center, Chappell, and Kenesaw, NE, graduating from Kenesaw as a Regent Scholar. He earned a marketing degree from UNK.He was an avid fisher, hunter, and golfer, and was an amazing southpaw pitcher in his school days. Kevin lived most of his life in the Kenesaw/Wood River area, but moved to Scottsbluff six years ago to be closer to family.He was a hard worker, working locally at Cenex, Regional West, and Wal-Mart, but his favorite job was owning “Through My Window”, a consignment shop in Grand Island.When his health began to decline, he became a treasure hunter and sold some of his collectibles online. Per his request, the family will hold a Memorial Garage Sale this spring.Kevin was given an amazing gift when doctors told him he had a year or two to live. The year he was given gave him a chance to mend rifts and prepare his soul for his journey. He told his family often that this had been the best year of his life.Kevin died Feb. 15, 2020, in Scottsbluff. He is survived by his sisters: Valerie (Mike) Isom of Allen, Carol Dawn (the late Rodney) Shaw of Nelson, Kimberly (Ted) Schaaf and Lisa (Kent) Hadenfeldt of Scottsbluff. Kevin was a fun uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his best pal/dog Buddy.A private celebration of life will be held this spring at his favorite fishing hole.

Kevin Cleve Clemens (1959 - 2020)

Peggy Jean (Muhr) Kreiling, aged 86, of Minatare, passed away on February 12, 2020 at Regional West Medical Center. Peggy was born on October 9, 1933 in Bridgeport, Nebraska to Allen and Helen (Hutchinson) Muhr. She received her diploma from Bridgeport High School in 1951. She then worked at the Treasurer’s office in Morrill County, followed by the Bell Telephone Company.

On July 10, 1954 she married the love of her life, Munroe. They lived all their lives in Minatare except for 8 years in which they lived in Guymon, Oklahoma. They both enjoyed being active in their community and were loved by all. Peggy enjoyed being a homemaker, gardening at home and downtown and volunteering at the library.

Survivors include sons Gary (Marcella) Kreiling and Rick Kreiling; grandkids Melissa (Chris) Lally and Heather (Aaron) Rutz; great granddaughter Annora; great granddogs Josie and Ziggy; brother Jerry (Carolyn) Muhr; brothers-in-law Robert Sharp, Carroll Mount and Daryl (Joyce) Kreiling; sister-in-law Sharon Kreiling; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceeded in death by her husband of 61 years, son Kevin Kreiling, her parents, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.

Celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 22 at the Minatare Community Center (Main Street) from 2 to 4 PM. Inurnment will take place at the East Lawn Cemetery near Minatare. In lieu of flowers, memorials or donations can be made to Minatare Public Library. Dugan-Kramer is assisting the family. www.dugankramer.com

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 </figure>Peggy Jean (Muhr) Kreiling, aged 86, of Minatare, passed away on February 12, 2020 at Regional West Medical Center. Peggy was born on October 9, 1933 in Bridgeport, Nebraska to Allen and Helen (Hutchinson) Muhr. She received her diploma from Bridgeport High School in 1951. She then worked at the Treasurer’s office in Morrill County, followed by the Bell Telephone Company.On July 10, 1954 she married the love of her life, Munroe. They lived all their lives in Minatare except for 8 years in which they lived in Guymon, Oklahoma. They both enjoyed being active in their community and were loved by all. Peggy enjoyed being a homemaker, gardening at home and downtown and volunteering at the library.Survivors include sons Gary (Marcella) Kreiling and Rick Kreiling; grandkids Melissa (Chris) Lally and Heather (Aaron) Rutz; great granddaughter Annora; great granddogs Josie and Ziggy; brother Jerry (Carolyn) Muhr; brothers-in-law Robert Sharp, Carroll Mount and Daryl (Joyce) Kreiling; sister-in-law Sharon Kreiling; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceeded in death by her husband of 61 years, son Kevin Kreiling, her parents, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.Celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 22 at the Minatare Community Center (Main Street) from 2 to 4 PM. Inurnment will take place at the East Lawn Cemetery near Minatare. In lieu of flowers, memorials or donations can be made to Minatare Public Library. Dugan-Kramer is assisting the family. www.dugankramer.com

Peggy Jean (Muhr) Kreiling (1933 - 2020)



Margaret “Lucy” Corey, age 99, of Scottsbluff, died at The Residency in Scottsbluff, February 14, 2020. A memorial service will be announced later this spring. Donations may be sent to Panhandle Humane Society, 126 S. Beltline West, Scottsbluff, Nebraska 69361 (www.panhandlehumanesociety.org).

Lucy was born in Bluefield, Virginia in 1921, to parents Margaret Lucille and Douglas William Call. She was fifth of six siblings. Her family moved to Bluefield, West Virginia. She attended Bluefield High School and then Bluefield College. She played basketball and liked to ice skate. Lucy was especially fond of hiking in the beautiful mountains of Virginia.

After two years of college she went to work for the Navy Department in Norfolk, Virginia. This is where she met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Corey who was in the Navy. Three weeks later they got married in Virginia Beach, Virginia in 1944. After Dick was honorably discharged, they moved to Scottsbluff, Nebraska in 1946, where their son, Richard “Rick” was born.

Lucy remained active in sports, especially golf. She volunteered at the hospital when it was located in downtown Scottsbluff. Plymouth Congregational Church benefitted greatly by the many offices and committees she was involved in. She was a member of PEO Chapter FC and enjoyed being a part of this worthy organization. Both Lucy and Dick traveled extensively and found great joy in it.

Margaret “Lucy” Corey was preceded in death by her husband, parents, three sisters, and two brothers. Survivors include her son, Rick (Donna) Corey of Scottsdale, Arizona; granddaughters, Katie Corey and Kristi (Micah) Ellstrom; and great-grandson, Theodore Ellstrom.



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Margaret “Lucy” Corey, age 99, of Scottsbluff, died at The Residency in Scottsbluff, February 14, 2020. A memorial service will be announced later this spring. Donations may be sent to Panhandle Humane Society, 126 S. Beltline West, Scottsbluff, Nebraska 69361 (www.panhandlehumanesociety.org).Lucy was born in Bluefield, Virginia in 1921, to parents Margaret Lucille and Douglas William Call. She was fifth of six siblings. Her family moved to Bluefield, West Virginia. She attended Bluefield High School and then Bluefield College. She played basketball and liked to ice skate. Lucy was especially fond of hiking in the beautiful mountains of Virginia.After two years of college she went to work for the Navy Department in Norfolk, Virginia. This is where she met her future husband, Richard “Dick” Corey who was in the Navy. Three weeks later they got married in Virginia Beach, Virginia in 1944. After Dick was honorably discharged, they moved to Scottsbluff, Nebraska in 1946, where their son, Richard “Rick” was born.Lucy remained active in sports, especially golf. She volunteered at the hospital when it was located in downtown Scottsbluff. Plymouth Congregational Church benefitted greatly by the many offices and committees she was involved in. She was a member of PEO Chapter FC and enjoyed being a part of this worthy organization. Both Lucy and Dick traveled extensively and found great joy in it.Margaret “Lucy” Corey was preceded in death by her husband, parents, three sisters, and two brothers. Survivors include her son, Rick (Donna) Corey of Scottsdale, Arizona; granddaughters, Katie Corey and Kristi (Micah) Ellstrom; and great-grandson, Theodore Ellstrom.

Margaret "Lucy" Corey (1921 - 2020)

Phyllis J. Conley, 94, went home to be with the Lord she loved and served surrounded by her loving family, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital. She joined her beloved husband in heaven as the sun set, exactly 10 years to the day of his passing.

Phyllis Conley was born December 26, 1925 on a farm in Plainview, NE.&nbsp; She was the first of nine children born to her parents Alvin and Esther (Benson) Butts.&nbsp; In 1929 her family moved to Moorcroft, WY. She attended country school with her siblings as a youth and had to “walk two miles just to get there." She attended high school in Moorcroft, WY, participating in numerous extracurricular activities. While attending high school she trained to work for North Western Bell as a switchboard operator. Phyllis graduated in 1944 and that same year married her fiancé Clifford Conley. Clifford had returned on a short fifteen day delay from his military service and after would be in route to Germany to serve in WWII.&nbsp; The two decided to elope and were married in Broadus, Montana. Upon her husband’s return from war they moved to Newcastle, WY where their family of two steadily grew to a family of five. In 1949 she accepted the Lord into her heart in the Baptist Church. In 1962 they moved to Chadron, NE where Phyllis worked with her husband operating a Texaco station. In 1973 they moved to Alliance, NE where Phyllis worked as a wife and mother caring for her family. She also became an avid member of the Berean church and helped with their Awanas youth program for twenty years.&nbsp;

Phyllis took great pride in her role as a homemaker and was very talented at quilting and embroidery.&nbsp; Her favorite though, was crocheting and her afghans and doilies were a coveted treasure amongst her family and friends. Phyllis was known for her huge heart and was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to her family.&nbsp; Her love did not end there though, she enjoyed the title of mother and grandmother to many adults and children whom she often spoke of and reflected on fondly. She shared her faith and love especially with her beloved congregation at the Berean church.

She will be dearly missed by her son Jim (Twila) Conley of Alliance, NE, and daughter Bonnie (Byford) Avery of Alliance, NE. Phyllis will also be missed by her sisters Alta Johnston of Oklahoma and Linda (Olen) Pedie of Bottineau, ND. She is also survived by her grandchildren Christine (Steve) Price of Cheyenne, WY, Michelle (Joe) Fritz of Westminster, CO, Cody (Bergetta) Conley of Chadron, NE, Kyren (Chris) Gibson of Alliance, NE; and seven great grandchildren, Jared and Rachel Price, Tucker and Gracie Fritz, Landon Hamilton, and Dylan and Jackson Conley. In heaven she joins her husband Clifford Conley, her son and daughter-in law Earl and Doris (Hensel) Conley, her granddaughters Delana Hamilton and Jennifer Avery, and great grandchild Zachary. She also joins her parents and siblings Donald Butts, Allen Butts, Harvey Butts, Ray Butts, Lyle Butts, and Mary Jones.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the Alliance Berean Church, 1639 Emerson Avenue in Alliance. Pastor Glenn Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in the Alliance cemetery followed by a celebration of her life afterwards at the Berean Church. Please come and share your memories.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of the Berean Church or the donors choice. For more information contact Kyren Gibson, 308-760-7118. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

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 </figure>Phyllis J. Conley, 94, went home to be with the Lord she loved and served surrounded by her loving family, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital. She joined her beloved husband in heaven as the sun set, exactly 10 years to the day of his passing.Phyllis Conley was born December 26, 1925 on a farm in Plainview, NE.&nbsp; She was the first of nine children born to her parents Alvin and Esther (Benson) Butts.&nbsp; In 1929 her family moved to Moorcroft, WY. She attended country school with her siblings as a youth and had to “walk two miles just to get there." She attended high school in Moorcroft, WY, participating in numerous extracurricular activities. While attending high school she trained to work for North Western Bell as a switchboard operator. Phyllis graduated in 1944 and that same year married her fiancé Clifford Conley. Clifford had returned on a short fifteen day delay from his military service and after would be in route to Germany to serve in WWII.&nbsp; The two decided to elope and were married in Broadus, Montana. Upon her husband’s return from war they moved to Newcastle, WY where their family of two steadily grew to a family of five. In 1949 she accepted the Lord into her heart in the Baptist Church. In 1962 they moved to Chadron, NE where Phyllis worked with her husband operating a Texaco station. In 1973 they moved to Alliance, NE where Phyllis worked as a wife and mother caring for her family. She also became an avid member of the Berean church and helped with their Awanas youth program for twenty years.&nbsp;Phyllis took great pride in her role as a homemaker and was very talented at quilting and embroidery.&nbsp; Her favorite though, was crocheting and her afghans and doilies were a coveted treasure amongst her family and friends. Phyllis was known for her huge heart and was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to her family.&nbsp; Her love did not end there though, she enjoyed the title of mother and grandmother to many adults and children whom she often spoke of and reflected on fondly. She shared her faith and love especially with her beloved congregation at the Berean church.She will be dearly missed by her son Jim (Twila) Conley of Alliance, NE, and daughter Bonnie (Byford) Avery of Alliance, NE. Phyllis will also be missed by her sisters Alta Johnston of Oklahoma and Linda (Olen) Pedie of Bottineau, ND. She is also survived by her grandchildren Christine (Steve) Price of Cheyenne, WY, Michelle (Joe) Fritz of Westminster, CO, Cody (Bergetta) Conley of Chadron, NE, Kyren (Chris) Gibson of Alliance, NE; and seven great grandchildren, Jared and Rachel Price, Tucker and Gracie Fritz, Landon Hamilton, and Dylan and Jackson Conley. In heaven she joins her husband Clifford Conley, her son and daughter-in law Earl and Doris (Hensel) Conley, her granddaughters Delana Hamilton and Jennifer Avery, and great grandchild Zachary. She also joins her parents and siblings Donald Butts, Allen Butts, Harvey Butts, Ray Butts, Lyle Butts, and Mary Jones.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the Alliance Berean Church, 1639 Emerson Avenue in Alliance. Pastor Glenn Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in the Alliance cemetery followed by a celebration of her life afterwards at the Berean Church. Please come and share your memories.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of the Berean Church or the donors choice. For more information contact Kyren Gibson, 308-760-7118. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Phyllis J. Conley (1925 - 2020)

Darlene Emma Rust passed from this world in the early morning of February 8, 2020. She was three weeks from her 96th birthday.

Memorial Services will be Friday, February 14, 2020 at 1pm at the Rock of Ages Church in Gordon, NE.

Darlene spent her entire life with the family that she loved, except for several years in California during WWII, where her husband William “Bill” worked as a machinist for Douglas Aircraft Corp. Batesland was her home.

As a young girl, Darlene spent her summers herding the family’s cattle on horseback with her brother Orville on open range north of Batesland to the American Horse Creek area. She attended high school at Batesland until her marriage to Bill in 1941. She moved to Los Angeles and came back to Batesland during the war. She and Bill bought a small farm west of Batesland in 1946 where she lived until her death.

Three children were born to Darlene and Bill, Delbert in 1943, Virgil in 1944 and Virginia in 1946. Three foster children arrived in the early 1960s after their father’s death, the twins, Valentina, Katrina and Gregory.

In addition to being a mother, homemaker, care giver, and gardener, she also spent 25 years as a baker at the Batesland Public Schools. She and husband Bill organized and led the Batesland Troopers 4-H Club for a number of years.

After retirement from the school system in 1990, Darlene busied herself with home cooking, always finding a place at the table for a new guest. Darlene’s roast beef dinners with potato salad will be missed. Collecting cookbooks and patchwork quilts gave her additional pleasure. We will miss her greatly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Mary Schwarting, her siblings Marvin Schwarting, Loveletta Kehn, Orville Schwarting, Lowell Schwarting and Evan Donald Schwarting.

Darlene is survived by her children Delbert (Carol) Rust of Idaho, Virgil Rust of Batesland, SD, Virginia “Ginny” Mueller of Batesland, SD, grandchildren Eric (Shannah) Rust of Washington, Aaron Rust of Idaho and great granddaughter Avery Rust of Washington,her brother Norman (Eloise) Schwarting of Gordon, her sister Alice Thurlow of Colorado and their extended families,&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews throughout the nation.

A memorial has been established for the Rust Memorial Homestead Scholarship Fund and donations may be sent to First National Bank, PO Box 290, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Darlene Emma Rust passed from this world in the early morning of February 8, 2020. She was three weeks from her 96th birthday.Memorial Services will be Friday, February 14, 2020 at 1pm at the Rock of Ages Church in Gordon, NE.Darlene spent her entire life with the family that she loved, except for several years in California during WWII, where her husband William “Bill” worked as a machinist for Douglas Aircraft Corp. Batesland was her home.As a young girl, Darlene spent her summers herding the family’s cattle on horseback with her brother Orville on open range north of Batesland to the American Horse Creek area. She attended high school at Batesland until her marriage to Bill in 1941. She moved to Los Angeles and came back to Batesland during the war. She and Bill bought a small farm west of Batesland in 1946 where she lived until her death.Three children were born to Darlene and Bill, Delbert in 1943, Virgil in 1944 and Virginia in 1946. Three foster children arrived in the early 1960s after their father’s death, the twins, Valentina, Katrina and Gregory.In addition to being a mother, homemaker, care giver, and gardener, she also spent 25 years as a baker at the Batesland Public Schools. She and husband Bill organized and led the Batesland Troopers 4-H Club for a number of years.After retirement from the school system in 1990, Darlene busied herself with home cooking, always finding a place at the table for a new guest. Darlene’s roast beef dinners with potato salad will be missed. Collecting cookbooks and patchwork quilts gave her additional pleasure. We will miss her greatly.She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Mary Schwarting, her siblings Marvin Schwarting, Loveletta Kehn, Orville Schwarting, Lowell Schwarting and Evan Donald Schwarting.Darlene is survived by her children Delbert (Carol) Rust of Idaho, Virgil Rust of Batesland, SD, Virginia “Ginny” Mueller of Batesland, SD, grandchildren Eric (Shannah) Rust of Washington, Aaron Rust of Idaho and great granddaughter Avery Rust of Washington,her brother Norman (Eloise) Schwarting of Gordon, her sister Alice Thurlow of Colorado and their extended families,&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews throughout the nation.A memorial has been established for the Rust Memorial Homestead Scholarship Fund and donations may be sent to First National Bank, PO Box 290, Gordon, NE 69343.

Darlene Emma Rust (1925 - 2020)

Royce Eldon Daugherty, 79, passed away peacefully at his home northeast of Alliance on February 11, 2020.&nbsp; He was born October 24, 1940 in Alliance to Arch and Gladys (Lindberg) Daugherty where he farmed and ranched his entire life.

Royce attended Alliance area schools and graduated from Alliance High School in 1958.

On October 30, 1960 Royce and Darlene K. Bauer were united in marriage.&nbsp; From that union three children were born, Kari, Janelle, and Doug.

The Future Farmers of America (FFA) State and Area Star Degree was awarded to Royce on October 11, 1961 in Kansas City, MO. In 1969, the Alliance Jaycees bestowed Royce with the Outstanding Farmer Rancher Award.

Royce never really retired, choosing to spend his golden years tinkering on his property or working cattle. Nights were spent reading historical books or watching “oldies” or comedy shows on TV.

Royce is survived by children daughter; Kari (Chris) Adams and son Doug (Jackie), grandchildren, &nbsp;Kyle (fiancé, Samantha), Dustin, and Lex Daugherty, Kelsey (Josh) and Cale Adams. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, many friends and neighbors, and Lucy his beloved wonder dog.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bill, sister Darlene, daughter Janelle, and nephew Steve.

Royce was a private, no frills kind of man so in lieu of flowers please donate to 4-H or FFA Organizations, PAWS or a memorial of your choice in his name.

Funeral service will be Monday, February 17 at 2:00 pm at Bates-Gould Chapel with burial at Fairview Cemetery in Alliance.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Please wear your favorite jeans, boots and hat in memory of him.

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 </figure>Royce Eldon Daugherty, 79, passed away peacefully at his home northeast of Alliance on February 11, 2020.&nbsp; He was born October 24, 1940 in Alliance to Arch and Gladys (Lindberg) Daugherty where he farmed and ranched his entire life.Royce attended Alliance area schools and graduated from Alliance High School in 1958.On October 30, 1960 Royce and Darlene K. Bauer were united in marriage.&nbsp; From that union three children were born, Kari, Janelle, and Doug.The Future Farmers of America (FFA) State and Area Star Degree was awarded to Royce on October 11, 1961 in Kansas City, MO. In 1969, the Alliance Jaycees bestowed Royce with the Outstanding Farmer Rancher Award.Royce never really retired, choosing to spend his golden years tinkering on his property or working cattle. Nights were spent reading historical books or watching “oldies” or comedy shows on TV.Royce is survived by children daughter; Kari (Chris) Adams and son Doug (Jackie), grandchildren, &nbsp;Kyle (fiancé, Samantha), Dustin, and Lex Daugherty, Kelsey (Josh) and Cale Adams. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, many friends and neighbors, and Lucy his beloved wonder dog.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bill, sister Darlene, daughter Janelle, and nephew Steve.Royce was a private, no frills kind of man so in lieu of flowers please donate to 4-H or FFA Organizations, PAWS or a memorial of your choice in his name.Funeral service will be Monday, February 17 at 2:00 pm at Bates-Gould Chapel with burial at Fairview Cemetery in Alliance.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Please wear your favorite jeans, boots and hat in memory of him.

Royce Eldon Daugherty (1940 - 2020)

Donn "Donnie" George Rasnic, 68, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at Box Butte General Hospital.

Donn was born December 30, 1951, in Greeley, Colorado, to Donald and Ethel Rasnic. Donn spent his youth in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, until the family moved to Sterling, Colo., in 1965. After graduating from Sterling High School in 1969, he attended Northeastern Junior College in Sterling and Colorado State University in Fort Collins.

He worked in the Loveland, Colo., area and Lafayette, LA, until 1979 when Donn began a thirty-four year career with Burlington Northern Railway in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; He held numerous jobs as a clerk and worked his entire career in the Alliance storehouse and yards, retiring in March 2013 as a taxi driver.

Donn was a masterful gardener, an animal lover, an avid reader, a gun collector and a skilled marksman. He never found a crossword puzzle that he didn’t complete. He followed his beloved Colorado sports teams until the end.

He was preceded in death by his parents in 2011.

Donn is survived by two brothers, Zane (spouse Rita) Rasnic of Kalispell, Montana, and Lyle (spouse Cindy) Rasnic, of Gillette, Wyoming, and one sister, Jean (fomerly Schott) Ladao (spouse Brennan), of Eureka, California, and several nieces and nephews. His last years were made infinitely better thanks to his caretaker and best friend, Lori Lore.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Donn's dream of an animal rescue for Alliance will soon come to fruition thanks to his creation of a trust establishing the Rasnic Rescue &amp; Refuge. Memorials or donations may be sent to Rasnic Rescue &amp; Refuge c/o Kendra Schott, 1124 Grand Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.

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 </figure>Donn "Donnie" George Rasnic, 68, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at Box Butte General Hospital.Donn was born December 30, 1951, in Greeley, Colorado, to Donald and Ethel Rasnic. Donn spent his youth in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, until the family moved to Sterling, Colo., in 1965. After graduating from Sterling High School in 1969, he attended Northeastern Junior College in Sterling and Colorado State University in Fort Collins.He worked in the Loveland, Colo., area and Lafayette, LA, until 1979 when Donn began a thirty-four year career with Burlington Northern Railway in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; He held numerous jobs as a clerk and worked his entire career in the Alliance storehouse and yards, retiring in March 2013 as a taxi driver.Donn was a masterful gardener, an animal lover, an avid reader, a gun collector and a skilled marksman. He never found a crossword puzzle that he didn’t complete. He followed his beloved Colorado sports teams until the end.He was preceded in death by his parents in 2011.Donn is survived by two brothers, Zane (spouse Rita) Rasnic of Kalispell, Montana, and Lyle (spouse Cindy) Rasnic, of Gillette, Wyoming, and one sister, Jean (fomerly Schott) Ladao (spouse Brennan), of Eureka, California, and several nieces and nephews. His last years were made infinitely better thanks to his caretaker and best friend, Lori Lore.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held at a later date. Donn's dream of an animal rescue for Alliance will soon come to fruition thanks to his creation of a trust establishing the Rasnic Rescue &amp; Refuge. Memorials or donations may be sent to Rasnic Rescue &amp; Refuge c/o Kendra Schott, 1124 Grand Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.

Donn "Donnie" George Rasnic (1951 - 2020)

Jacqueline Carol (Braden) Jelinek, 75 passed away Saturday February 8, 2020 at her home in Alliance, Nebraska.

She was born September 30, 1944 at St Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance to Donald and Margret (Mahon) Braden.&nbsp; She grew up in the Sandhills enjoying ranch life, her many animals and horseback riding

She graduated from Alliance High School in 1963.

She married Kenneth Jelinek in June of 1963 and they had 2 children James and Jandell.

Jacqueline moved to Kansas and managed a large supper club in the 70’s and 80’s. She then changed career paths in the 90’s and became a House Director for Sororities in California, Arizona and Colorado until she returned to Alliance in 2004. She came back to her home town to be close to family and her grandkids.

Jacqueline is survived by her children Jim (Laurie) Jelinek of Alliance and Jan (Paul) Jelinek-Warner of Greeley, Colorado. He grandkids Zach (Megan) Jelinek of Alliance, Chelsey (Chris) Long of Alliance, Emilie Warner of Greeley Colorado and Great Granddaughter Scarlett Long of Alliance.&nbsp; Jacqueline also made and kept many dear friends along the way.

Memorial Service will be held Saturday February 15th at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church with Pastor Gideon Achi officiating.

Because of her Love for Animals the family request memorials be given to PAWS (Providing Animals with Shelter) in Alliance.

Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jacqueline Carol (Braden) Jelinek, 75 passed away Saturday February 8, 2020 at her home in Alliance, Nebraska.She was born September 30, 1944 at St Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance to Donald and Margret (Mahon) Braden.&nbsp; She grew up in the Sandhills enjoying ranch life, her many animals and horseback ridingShe graduated from Alliance High School in 1963.She married Kenneth Jelinek in June of 1963 and they had 2 children James and Jandell.Jacqueline moved to Kansas and managed a large supper club in the 70’s and 80’s. She then changed career paths in the 90’s and became a House Director for Sororities in California, Arizona and Colorado until she returned to Alliance in 2004. She came back to her home town to be close to family and her grandkids.Jacqueline is survived by her children Jim (Laurie) Jelinek of Alliance and Jan (Paul) Jelinek-Warner of Greeley, Colorado. He grandkids Zach (Megan) Jelinek of Alliance, Chelsey (Chris) Long of Alliance, Emilie Warner of Greeley Colorado and Great Granddaughter Scarlett Long of Alliance.&nbsp; Jacqueline also made and kept many dear friends along the way.Memorial Service will be held Saturday February 15th at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church with Pastor Gideon Achi officiating.Because of her Love for Animals the family request memorials be given to PAWS (Providing Animals with Shelter) in Alliance.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jacqueline Carol (Braden) Jelinek (1944 - 2020)

Benjamin James Garvin was born in Crawford, NE, on October 27, 1979, to Larry and Ann Garvin.&nbsp; He attended school in Crawford and managed to overcome the trauma of having his mother as one of his teachers in his elementary grades.&nbsp; After graduation from Crawford High School in 1998, B.J. enlisted in the United States Marine Corps as a mechanic.&nbsp; He proudly served with 5th Battalion 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division Fleet Marine Force until his honorable discharge in 2002.

Following his discharge from the Marines, BJ worked as an auto mechanic in Vista, CA for several years before returning home to Crawford and remained here until his sudden death on February 6, 2020.&nbsp; During the intervening years, he worked for Jake and Vicki Wasserburger, Dave Moody, Jim’s Well Service, and most recently, NE Department of Transportation.

On September 24, 2011, BJ and Robyn Rincker were united in marriage. &nbsp;He was elated with his instant family of daughter, Aly and son Owen.&nbsp; The family grew with the addition of their sons, Ben and Case, and BJ spent many, many hours being the proud dad of four.

BJ’s passion was working on cars.&nbsp; He loved what he did and there was never a project too big.&nbsp;

He loved camping with his family and the 4th of July was always one his favorite holidays.&nbsp; We’ll always remember his fried chicken and making homemade ice cream.&nbsp; He was an avid hunter and deer season was the one time that he was unreachable.&nbsp; It was probably his second favorite holiday.&nbsp; BJ was a man that everyone could count on.&nbsp; If you needed anything, day or night, he’d be there.&nbsp;

BJ was preceded in death by his father, Larry Garvin, and brother, Michael Garvin; his grandparents, Bea Garvin and Jim and Mariellen Soester, as well as his uncle, James Bruer Soester.&nbsp; He leaves behind his much-loved wife, Robyn and their four children – Aly Dane (and fiancé, Matt Colwell), Owen Rincker, and Ben and Case Garvin;&nbsp; Robyn’s father Roger and Chris Rincker of Mirage Flats, Robyn’s grandparents, Everett and Lola Rincker of Chadron, Robyn’s sister and husband, Kelly and Leon Garza of Chadron, and their children, Brittany and Aiden; Robyn’s brother, Seth and wife Katie and three daughters Laila, Stella, and Ava.&nbsp; In addition, he is survived by his mother, Ann Stephens of Crawford; nieces, Kaylee and Tamra Garvin; nephew, Shawn Garvin; grandfather, Ben Garvin; his uncle, Don Perham, and three cousins, Sondra, Lisa, and Greg.

He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 15th, 2020 at 2 p.m., at the Crawford Community Building.&nbsp; There will be an opportunity to share any memories for all who wish.

Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements for BJ Garvin.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made at chamberlainchapel.com.&nbsp; A memorial has been established for BJ’s children.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron&nbsp; NE,&nbsp; 69337.

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 </figure>Benjamin James Garvin was born in Crawford, NE, on October 27, 1979, to Larry and Ann Garvin.&nbsp; He attended school in Crawford and managed to overcome the trauma of having his mother as one of his teachers in his elementary grades.&nbsp; After graduation from Crawford High School in 1998, B.J. enlisted in the United States Marine Corps as a mechanic.&nbsp; He proudly served with 5th Battalion 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division Fleet Marine Force until his honorable discharge in 2002.Following his discharge from the Marines, BJ worked as an auto mechanic in Vista, CA for several years before returning home to Crawford and remained here until his sudden death on February 6, 2020.&nbsp; During the intervening years, he worked for Jake and Vicki Wasserburger, Dave Moody, Jim’s Well Service, and most recently, NE Department of Transportation.On September 24, 2011, BJ and Robyn Rincker were united in marriage. &nbsp;He was elated with his instant family of daughter, Aly and son Owen.&nbsp; The family grew with the addition of their sons, Ben and Case, and BJ spent many, many hours being the proud dad of four.BJ’s passion was working on cars.&nbsp; He loved what he did and there was never a project too big.&nbsp;He loved camping with his family and the 4th of July was always one his favorite holidays.&nbsp; We’ll always remember his fried chicken and making homemade ice cream.&nbsp; He was an avid hunter and deer season was the one time that he was unreachable.&nbsp; It was probably his second favorite holiday.&nbsp; BJ was a man that everyone could count on.&nbsp; If you needed anything, day or night, he’d be there.&nbsp;BJ was preceded in death by his father, Larry Garvin, and brother, Michael Garvin; his grandparents, Bea Garvin and Jim and Mariellen Soester, as well as his uncle, James Bruer Soester.&nbsp; He leaves behind his much-loved wife, Robyn and their four children – Aly Dane (and fiancé, Matt Colwell), Owen Rincker, and Ben and Case Garvin;&nbsp; Robyn’s father Roger and Chris Rincker of Mirage Flats, Robyn’s grandparents, Everett and Lola Rincker of Chadron, Robyn’s sister and husband, Kelly and Leon Garza of Chadron, and their children, Brittany and Aiden; Robyn’s brother, Seth and wife Katie and three daughters Laila, Stella, and Ava.&nbsp; In addition, he is survived by his mother, Ann Stephens of Crawford; nieces, Kaylee and Tamra Garvin; nephew, Shawn Garvin; grandfather, Ben Garvin; his uncle, Don Perham, and three cousins, Sondra, Lisa, and Greg.He will be missed by everyone who knew him.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 15th, 2020 at 2 p.m., at the Crawford Community Building.&nbsp; There will be an opportunity to share any memories for all who wish.Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements for BJ Garvin.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made at chamberlainchapel.com.&nbsp; A memorial has been established for BJ’s children.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron&nbsp; NE,&nbsp; 69337.

Benjamin James Garvin (1979 - 2020)

Peggy Marie (Richardson) Fritzler, 89, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020.

She was born July 15th 1930 in Wood Lake, NE to Samuel Richardson and Fern (Harris) Richardson. Peggy graduated from Valentine, NE High School and then attended Hastings College where she received her degree in Elementary Education. She then moved to Hemingford, NE where she taught 4th grade for one year.

She then moved back to Alliance NE and worked a job she loved at Northern Plains Roundup for Dwight Sloan.

In 1953 she met Fred Fritzler and they were married Jan 17th 1954.&nbsp; A devoted farm wife for most of her life, one of her happiest days was the one when she moved to town.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was a faithful member of St John’s Lutheran Church and was active in Bible Study group and Women’s Quilting sessions. She also played the piano for Wednesday Night Services and taught many children the basics and joy of piano.&nbsp; Her spare time was kept busy raising 3 children, cooking delicious meals and spending time with friends and family.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Monte) Evans and her two sons, Steve (Vickie) Fritzler and Douglas (Delores) Fritzler. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Sarah (Evans) Christiansen, Lindsay (Evans) Percival, Luke Evans, and Michael Fritzler, and two great grandchildren Avery and Jakoby Christiansen, as well as her nephew, Bill Richardson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and a sister and her beloved husband Fred.&nbsp;

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday February 13th at St John’s Lutheran Church in Alliance, NE with Pastor Tim Stadem officiating.

Memorials may be sent to St John’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Peggy Marie (Richardson) Fritzler, 89, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020.She was born July 15th 1930 in Wood Lake, NE to Samuel Richardson and Fern (Harris) Richardson. Peggy graduated from Valentine, NE High School and then attended Hastings College where she received her degree in Elementary Education. She then moved to Hemingford, NE where she taught 4th grade for one year.She then moved back to Alliance NE and worked a job she loved at Northern Plains Roundup for Dwight Sloan.In 1953 she met Fred Fritzler and they were married Jan 17th 1954.&nbsp; A devoted farm wife for most of her life, one of her happiest days was the one when she moved to town.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was a faithful member of St John’s Lutheran Church and was active in Bible Study group and Women’s Quilting sessions. She also played the piano for Wednesday Night Services and taught many children the basics and joy of piano.&nbsp; Her spare time was kept busy raising 3 children, cooking delicious meals and spending time with friends and family.She is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Monte) Evans and her two sons, Steve (Vickie) Fritzler and Douglas (Delores) Fritzler. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Sarah (Evans) Christiansen, Lindsay (Evans) Percival, Luke Evans, and Michael Fritzler, and two great grandchildren Avery and Jakoby Christiansen, as well as her nephew, Bill Richardson.She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and a sister and her beloved husband Fred.&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday February 13th at St John’s Lutheran Church in Alliance, NE with Pastor Tim Stadem officiating.Memorials may be sent to St John’s Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Marie (Richardson) Fritzler (1920 - 2020)

Martin B. Grumbles 71 of Minatare, Nebraska passed away Saturday January 25, 2020 at home. His memorial services will be held Saturday February 15, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel.

Military honors will be provided by the Nebraska Army National Guard. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Martin was born on July 26, 1948 in Denver, Colorado to Walter and Bridget (Harding) Grumbles. He received his education at Highland High School. He married Carrie Louise Mitchell on September 20, 1967. To this union they had 4 children. Martin enlisted in the Army and served in Vietnam with the 1st Calvary Division from "67" to "69" during which he was awarded the Purple Heart medal, Two Bronze Star medal's, good conduct medal, National Defense medal and the Air medal. After Vietnam martin was stationed in Alabama and Germany where he trained for Tank Commander. 

In 1979 the family made their home in Minatare, Nebraska. Martin worked at "US" Welding for a number of years. He retired on May 30, 2015. After a very brief retirement he went to work at RWMC for the Valet department. Martin is survived by his daughter Linda (Ron), sons: Martin Jr. (Melissa), James (Cortney), John (Darla), 12 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, brother Pat (Patty) Grumbles, sister Marie O'Neil, numerous nieces, nephews, brothers in law, a sister in law and Gail and Tammy Hobday. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Carrie, his parents, his mother and father in law, two brothers in law, a sister in law and a close family friend. A special Thank You to Kevin and Jodee Gabel, Summer Parker, RWMC and numerous other individuals for their donation.

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 </figure>Martin B. Grumbles 71 of Minatare, Nebraska passed away Saturday January 25, 2020 at home. His memorial services will be held Saturday February 15, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel. Military honors will be provided by the Nebraska Army National Guard. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Martin was born on July 26, 1948 in Denver, Colorado to Walter and Bridget (Harding) Grumbles. He received his education at Highland High School. He married Carrie Louise Mitchell on September 20, 1967. To this union they had 4 children. Martin enlisted in the Army and served in Vietnam with the 1st Calvary Division from "67" to "69" during which he was awarded the Purple Heart medal, Two Bronze Star medal's, good conduct medal, National Defense medal and the Air medal. After Vietnam martin was stationed in Alabama and Germany where he trained for Tank Commander. In 1979 the family made their home in Minatare, Nebraska. Martin worked at "US" Welding for a number of years. He retired on May 30, 2015. After a very brief retirement he went to work at RWMC for the Valet department. Martin is survived by his daughter Linda (Ron), sons: Martin Jr. (Melissa), James (Cortney), John (Darla), 12 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, brother Pat (Patty) Grumbles, sister Marie O'Neil, numerous nieces, nephews, brothers in law, a sister in law and Gail and Tammy Hobday. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Carrie, his parents, his mother and father in law, two brothers in law, a sister in law and a close family friend. A special Thank You to Kevin and Jodee Gabel, Summer Parker, RWMC and numerous other individuals for their donation.

Martin B. Grumbles (1948 - 2020)

Anita Mary Lewis Rhoads was born on June 16, 1925 to John Lewis and Anita LaBauve Lewis in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; Anita had four brothers and two sisters, John, George, Victor, Rudy, Gloria and Katherine.&nbsp; Anita was the second to youngest child and she adored her two older sisters, and all her childhood stories include Rudy, her beloved younger brother.&nbsp; She shared many stories over the years with her children and grandchildren that centered around the front porch of their Houston home and the beaches of Galveston. Anita grew up as a true southern gal, wearing skirts, the highest of heels and doing her hair and makeup each and every day but she was a tomboy at heart, which eventually came in handy in the Panhandle of Nebraska.

Anita met Edwin Eugene Rhoads, Sr. in 1943 at a USO dance when he was in harbor for several weeks during his time in the US Navy. Edwin and Anita were married just one week before her 18th&nbsp;birthday, on June 9, 1943 by a Judge at the Courthouse.&nbsp; When the war was over, they moved to Nebraska where they were married by a priest in the Catholic Church. Prior to moving to Nebraska, they lived in New Orleans where their first son Edwin Eugene, Jr. was born in 1945. When Eddie was discharged, they moved to Chadron, Nebraska where Ed worked for his uncle at a local mechanic shop for a year and then they moved to the family farm. It was a big change for Anita to live on a farm, she would longingly say how she would love to walk between two rows of buildings that reached to the sky. But, that didn’t stop her from learning to raise chickens, grow a garden, and can fruits and vegetables.&nbsp; Ed and Anita welcomed their second son, Ralph Richard, in January during the Blizzard of 49’. The family knew they needed to get Anita to town to have the baby so several neighbors came to help shovel snow to the top of a bare hill top, so that a team of horses and a bob sled could make its way to a small plane, it took four hours for them to make the mile trek to the top of the hill with Anita in the sled. It was quite an experience for her as she had never ridden behind a team of horses nor in an airplane. It was a difficult breach birth and the doctors said both she and child would have perished had she not gotten to the hospital. In December of 1950, Ed and Anita welcomed their daughter, Anita Kay.

In 1957, Ed and Anita purchased the family farm on Dead Horse Creek from his parents.&nbsp; In 1966, they sold the farm and purchased a home and a service station in Chadron, where they completed raising their family. Anita worked at the Chadron Community Hospital where she made many life-long friends. In 1978, Ed and Anita moved to Crawford, Nebraska where they spent many years gardening and following their grandchildren and great-grandchildren to every football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling and track meet.&nbsp; They drove their 1966 Ford Fairlane many, many miles in all types of weather to watch their grandkids and enjoyed the time cheering all of them on. Anita is fondly remembered by her grandchildren for all the fun they had at Gram’s house. Whether it was spending hours at her kitchen table playing cards, or outside playing badminton or croquet, taking trips to the local library or spending time in the garden, Gram always took time to play.

Anita was an active member of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church during her time in Crawford.

Edwin passed away September 26, 1998 and shortly thereafter, Anita moved to Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; She spent several enjoyable years there before moving to an assisted living facility in Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; Anita made many friends during her time at Fairmont Grand Regional Senior Care before being transferred to St. Martin’s Extended Care Unit also in Rapid City.&nbsp; Anita always enjoyed telling stories and making people laugh, she would always give you a soft smile and an “I love you” before you left her room. Whether you knew her as Anita, Needie, Mom, Mother, Grandma Rhoads, GG or simply as Gram, you were loved by her! She prayed the rosary for her family and friends on a daily basis and if you ever asked for extra prayers, you were sure to have a very special Grandma prayer sent up just for you. Anita passed away on February 5, 2020 and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Anita was preceded in death by her parents John Lewis and Anita LaBauve Lewis, brothers John Lewis, George Lewis, Victor Lewis, and Rudy Lewis, sisters Gloria Lewis McBrayer and Katherine Lewis, her very special Aunt Gee, husband of 55 years, Edwin, and great-grandson Braxton Rising.&nbsp;

Anita is survived by sons, Edwin Rhoads, Jr. and wife Sherry of Alliance, NE, Ralph Rhoads and wife Karen of Lincoln, NE, daughter Anita Rhoads of Rapid City, SD, nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

The funeral mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Crawford, NE on Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. The Rosary will be held prior to the service 9:00 a.m. at St. John’s. The family would like to invite friends and family to join them for lunch at the St. John’s Catholic Hall immediately following the service. Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Nebraska Veteran’s Cemetery in Alliance, NE.&nbsp;

Memorials can be sent to St. John’s Catholic Church Support Group in Crawford.

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

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 </figure>Anita Mary Lewis Rhoads was born on June 16, 1925 to John Lewis and Anita LaBauve Lewis in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; Anita had four brothers and two sisters, John, George, Victor, Rudy, Gloria and Katherine.&nbsp; Anita was the second to youngest child and she adored her two older sisters, and all her childhood stories include Rudy, her beloved younger brother.&nbsp; She shared many stories over the years with her children and grandchildren that centered around the front porch of their Houston home and the beaches of Galveston. Anita grew up as a true southern gal, wearing skirts, the highest of heels and doing her hair and makeup each and every day but she was a tomboy at heart, which eventually came in handy in the Panhandle of Nebraska.Anita met Edwin Eugene Rhoads, Sr. in 1943 at a USO dance when he was in harbor for several weeks during his time in the US Navy. Edwin and Anita were married just one week before her 18th&nbsp;birthday, on June 9, 1943 by a Judge at the Courthouse.&nbsp; When the war was over, they moved to Nebraska where they were married by a priest in the Catholic Church. Prior to moving to Nebraska, they lived in New Orleans where their first son Edwin Eugene, Jr. was born in 1945. When Eddie was discharged, they moved to Chadron, Nebraska where Ed worked for his uncle at a local mechanic shop for a year and then they moved to the family farm. It was a big change for Anita to live on a farm, she would longingly say how she would love to walk between two rows of buildings that reached to the sky. But, that didn’t stop her from learning to raise chickens, grow a garden, and can fruits and vegetables.&nbsp; Ed and Anita welcomed their second son, Ralph Richard, in January during the Blizzard of 49’. The family knew they needed to get Anita to town to have the baby so several neighbors came to help shovel snow to the top of a bare hill top, so that a team of horses and a bob sled could make its way to a small plane, it took four hours for them to make the mile trek to the top of the hill with Anita in the sled. It was quite an experience for her as she had never ridden behind a team of horses nor in an airplane. It was a difficult breach birth and the doctors said both she and child would have perished had she not gotten to the hospital. In December of 1950, Ed and Anita welcomed their daughter, Anita Kay.In 1957, Ed and Anita purchased the family farm on Dead Horse Creek from his parents.&nbsp; In 1966, they sold the farm and purchased a home and a service station in Chadron, where they completed raising their family. Anita worked at the Chadron Community Hospital where she made many life-long friends. In 1978, Ed and Anita moved to Crawford, Nebraska where they spent many years gardening and following their grandchildren and great-grandchildren to every football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling and track meet.&nbsp; They drove their 1966 Ford Fairlane many, many miles in all types of weather to watch their grandkids and enjoyed the time cheering all of them on. Anita is fondly remembered by her grandchildren for all the fun they had at Gram’s house. Whether it was spending hours at her kitchen table playing cards, or outside playing badminton or croquet, taking trips to the local library or spending time in the garden, Gram always took time to play.Anita was an active member of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church during her time in Crawford.Edwin passed away September 26, 1998 and shortly thereafter, Anita moved to Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; She spent several enjoyable years there before moving to an assisted living facility in Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; Anita made many friends during her time at Fairmont Grand Regional Senior Care before being transferred to St. Martin’s Extended Care Unit also in Rapid City.&nbsp; Anita always enjoyed telling stories and making people laugh, she would always give you a soft smile and an “I love you” before you left her room. Whether you knew her as Anita, Needie, Mom, Mother, Grandma Rhoads, GG or simply as Gram, you were loved by her! She prayed the rosary for her family and friends on a daily basis and if you ever asked for extra prayers, you were sure to have a very special Grandma prayer sent up just for you. Anita passed away on February 5, 2020 and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Anita was preceded in death by her parents John Lewis and Anita LaBauve Lewis, brothers John Lewis, George Lewis, Victor Lewis, and Rudy Lewis, sisters Gloria Lewis McBrayer and Katherine Lewis, her very special Aunt Gee, husband of 55 years, Edwin, and great-grandson Braxton Rising.&nbsp;Anita is survived by sons, Edwin Rhoads, Jr. and wife Sherry of Alliance, NE, Ralph Rhoads and wife Karen of Lincoln, NE, daughter Anita Rhoads of Rapid City, SD, nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;The funeral mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Crawford, NE on Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. The Rosary will be held prior to the service 9:00 a.m. at St. John’s. The family would like to invite friends and family to join them for lunch at the St. John’s Catholic Hall immediately following the service. Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Nebraska Veteran’s Cemetery in Alliance, NE.&nbsp;Memorials can be sent to St. John’s Catholic Church Support Group in Crawford.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Anita Mary Lewis Rhoads (1925 - 2020)

William Richard Van Kerrebrook, 75, of Pierre, SD, formerly of Gordon, NE, died Sunday February 2, 2020 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. He was born March 31, 1944, in Gordon, NE to Oscar and Mary Ann Van Kerrebrook. He attended the Catholic School in Rushville and graduated from Rushville High School in the Class of 1962. After graduation, he attended Rapid City School of Business for two years and then returned to the business office at the Rushville Sale Barn. After serving in the US Army from 1965 to 1967, one year of which was in Vietnam, Bill moved to the “Big City”, Washington, DC, to work with an accounting and tax office and the Center for Applied Linguistics. He later joined Nichols Realty as Property Manager and Real Estate Agent.

Bill married Barbara R. Berkel on April 24, 1971. Following their marriage, they purchased and restored an 1898 brownstone townhouse in the Dupont Circle area of DC. They became parents in 1978 when their daughter Rachel was born followed by Leah in 1981.

In 1989, the family moved from DC back to Gordon and lived north of Clinton close to his parents. After Oscar and Mary Ann moved to town, Bill and his family then lived on the family ranch from 1998 to 2016. During this time Bill was employed by Sheridan County Implement and Carol Childs Tax Office. Bill &amp; Barb then moved to Pierre, SD, for medical reasons and to be close to Rachel and her family. Bill was a member of the Pierre Street Masters Car Club. He enjoyed joining the Club members for car shows, poker runs &amp; drives. He also was a train aficionado designing and constructing a train layout with his grandson Blake.

Bill was a loving family man always “over indulging” his wife, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren, and pets. He greatly enjoyed traveling by car and train (no airplanes please), could fix about anything and had a memory like an elephant. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by twin infant sons, who died at birth; his parents Oscar and Mary Ann; four infant siblings who died at birth, grandparents Rene &amp; Alice Van Kerrebrook and William &amp; Josephine Arthur, father-in-law Robert Berkel, numerous uncles, aunts, several cousins and a niece.

Survivors include his wife Barbara, daughters and sons-in-law Rachel &amp; Eric Peterson, Leah &amp; Jason Olsen, grandsons Blake &amp; Kaleb Peterson, granddaughter Jordan Olsen, mother-in-law Rosemarie Berkel, brothers &amp; sisters-in-law Kenneth &amp; Joyce Berkel and Debbie &amp; Jim Josephson, three nieces, three nephews, four great nieces, 5 great nephews and his constant four-legged companion Chester.

A Funeral Mass will be held Friday February 7, 2020, 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Rushville, NE. Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Rushville, NE.&nbsp; A memorial has been established for the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366 Gordon, NE 69343.

To send flowers to Bill's family, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chamberlainchapel.com/obituary/Bill-VanKerrebrook/sympathy">floral section.</a>

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 </figure>William Richard Van Kerrebrook, 75, of Pierre, SD, formerly of Gordon, NE, died Sunday February 2, 2020 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. He was born March 31, 1944, in Gordon, NE to Oscar and Mary Ann Van Kerrebrook. He attended the Catholic School in Rushville and graduated from Rushville High School in the Class of 1962. After graduation, he attended Rapid City School of Business for two years and then returned to the business office at the Rushville Sale Barn. After serving in the US Army from 1965 to 1967, one year of which was in Vietnam, Bill moved to the “Big City”, Washington, DC, to work with an accounting and tax office and the Center for Applied Linguistics. He later joined Nichols Realty as Property Manager and Real Estate Agent.Bill married Barbara R. Berkel on April 24, 1971. Following their marriage, they purchased and restored an 1898 brownstone townhouse in the Dupont Circle area of DC. They became parents in 1978 when their daughter Rachel was born followed by Leah in 1981.In 1989, the family moved from DC back to Gordon and lived north of Clinton close to his parents. After Oscar and Mary Ann moved to town, Bill and his family then lived on the family ranch from 1998 to 2016. During this time Bill was employed by Sheridan County Implement and Carol Childs Tax Office. Bill &amp; Barb then moved to Pierre, SD, for medical reasons and to be close to Rachel and her family. Bill was a member of the Pierre Street Masters Car Club. He enjoyed joining the Club members for car shows, poker runs &amp; drives. He also was a train aficionado designing and constructing a train layout with his grandson Blake.Bill was a loving family man always “over indulging” his wife, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren, and pets. He greatly enjoyed traveling by car and train (no airplanes please), could fix about anything and had a memory like an elephant. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.He was preceded in death by twin infant sons, who died at birth; his parents Oscar and Mary Ann; four infant siblings who died at birth, grandparents Rene &amp; Alice Van Kerrebrook and William &amp; Josephine Arthur, father-in-law Robert Berkel, numerous uncles, aunts, several cousins and a niece.Survivors include his wife Barbara, daughters and sons-in-law Rachel &amp; Eric Peterson, Leah &amp; Jason Olsen, grandsons Blake &amp; Kaleb Peterson, granddaughter Jordan Olsen, mother-in-law Rosemarie Berkel, brothers &amp; sisters-in-law Kenneth &amp; Joyce Berkel and Debbie &amp; Jim Josephson, three nieces, three nephews, four great nieces, 5 great nephews and his constant four-legged companion Chester.A Funeral Mass will be held Friday February 7, 2020, 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Rushville, NE. Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Rushville, NE.&nbsp; A memorial has been established for the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366 Gordon, NE 69343.To send flowers to Bill's family, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chamberlainchapel.com/obituary/Bill-VanKerrebrook/sympathy">floral section.</a>

William Richard Van Kerrebrook (1944 - 2020)



Phyllis Drawbaugh, 89, of Scottsbluff, passed away February 2, 2020, at her home. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Rick Reisig officiating. Her family respectfully requests that memorials in Phyllis’s honor, may be made in care of the family, to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be made by viewing Phyllis’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com.

Phyllis was born on July 31, 1930, to Joseph and Pauline (Everett) Spurgeon in Scottsbluff, the youngest of seven children. She was raised on the family farm in the Hillcrest Community. Phyllis graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1948, and West Nebraska Methodist School of Nursing in 1951 as a Registered Nurse.

On October 5, 1950, Phyllis married Dean Drawbaugh and together they had four daughters. She was a wonderful caregiver who lovingly nurtured her four girls and cherished all her family and friends throughout her life. Phyllis enjoyed her years of nursing, especially after earning her gerontology specialization, working at Gra-Mar, Heritage, and other local facilities.

She and Dean traveled extensively as members of Cosmopolitan International. They enjoyed their trips to England, Canada, Mexico, and across the United States. She was an active member of the First Christian Church. As a member of the Wildcat Audubon Society and the Nebraska Ornithologist Union, she became an avid bird watcher.

Left to cherish Phyllis’ memory are her four daughters, Ann (John) Hurt, Dorothy (Tony) Hill, Jean Martin (Warren Yankton), and Marie Fleenor (Lowell Fleenor); grandchildren, Andrew (Whitney) Hurt, Aaron (Maggie) Hurt, Elizabeth (Jason) Giglio, Nathanael (Arabella) Martin, Rick (Allison) Reisig, Mike (Rena) Reisig, Laura (Andrew) Clements, Mitchell (Alexis Wright) Fleener, and Teighlor (Austin) Arteta; step-grandchildren, Adam (Jennifer) Hill, and Katie Hill; 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Wilma Gibson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean; her siblings and their spouses, Bob (Barbara) Spurgeon, John (Stella) Spurgeon, Ruth (Homer) McKinley, Martha (Francis) Ravenscroft, Ed (Phyllis) Spurgeon, Dean Gibson, Carol (John) Russell, and Harlan (Ruth) Drawbaugh; and nephews, Johnny Russell, and James Spurgeon.



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Phyllis Drawbaugh, 89, of Scottsbluff, passed away February 2, 2020, at her home. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Rick Reisig officiating. Her family respectfully requests that memorials in Phyllis’s honor, may be made in care of the family, to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be made by viewing Phyllis’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com.Phyllis was born on July 31, 1930, to Joseph and Pauline (Everett) Spurgeon in Scottsbluff, the youngest of seven children. She was raised on the family farm in the Hillcrest Community. Phyllis graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1948, and West Nebraska Methodist School of Nursing in 1951 as a Registered Nurse.On October 5, 1950, Phyllis married Dean Drawbaugh and together they had four daughters. She was a wonderful caregiver who lovingly nurtured her four girls and cherished all her family and friends throughout her life. Phyllis enjoyed her years of nursing, especially after earning her gerontology specialization, working at Gra-Mar, Heritage, and other local facilities.She and Dean traveled extensively as members of Cosmopolitan International. They enjoyed their trips to England, Canada, Mexico, and across the United States. She was an active member of the First Christian Church. As a member of the Wildcat Audubon Society and the Nebraska Ornithologist Union, she became an avid bird watcher.Left to cherish Phyllis’ memory are her four daughters, Ann (John) Hurt, Dorothy (Tony) Hill, Jean Martin (Warren Yankton), and Marie Fleenor (Lowell Fleenor); grandchildren, Andrew (Whitney) Hurt, Aaron (Maggie) Hurt, Elizabeth (Jason) Giglio, Nathanael (Arabella) Martin, Rick (Allison) Reisig, Mike (Rena) Reisig, Laura (Andrew) Clements, Mitchell (Alexis Wright) Fleener, and Teighlor (Austin) Arteta; step-grandchildren, Adam (Jennifer) Hill, and Katie Hill; 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Wilma Gibson; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean; her siblings and their spouses, Bob (Barbara) Spurgeon, John (Stella) Spurgeon, Ruth (Homer) McKinley, Martha (Francis) Ravenscroft, Ed (Phyllis) Spurgeon, Dean Gibson, Carol (John) Russell, and Harlan (Ruth) Drawbaugh; and nephews, Johnny Russell, and James Spurgeon.

Phyllis Drawbaugh (1930 - 2020)

Winston Robert Nelson, or Bub, as he would rather be called, passed away January 30, 2020 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs, NE at the age of 100 years, 1 month and 4 days.

Bub was born the day after Christmas, 1919 to Elsie and Nels Nelson of rural Gordon. Bub was the fourth of seven children; Elwood, Helen, Olga, Bub, Frances, Dorothy, and Archie. Both Elsie and Nels were European immigrants who met while working in Deadwood, SD.

Bub’s father passed away from silicosis in 1929 when Bub was 10. Bub learned to work hard at a young age. The Nelsons farmed with a six-horse team and Bub spent many hours getting to know and working with these horses.

Bub attended Fieldside School through the 8th grade and then took some correspondence courses. He worked with his brother, Elwood, and for area farmers until March 13, 1943 when he was drafted into the Army during WWII. Following basic training at Camp Cook in California, Bub was assigned to the Third Infantry and sent to Northern Africa. From there they boarded an English ship, “a dirty old boat”, for Anzio, Italy. During combat he was severely injured twice, and was later awarded two Purple Hearts. He also received the Silver Star and the Bronze Star for bravery during combat. He often said that he missed seeing Rome by a day; this was due to an injury during combat. Bub reached the rank of Staff Sargeant while he was in the military and was honorably discharged in 1945. He sailed home on the Queen Elizabeth.

Upon returning to Nebraska, Bub rented farm ground north of Gordon and worked for various neighbors for a time. On September 18, 1949, Bub married the local schoolteacher, Anna May Eddy. In 1955 they were able to purchase a farm near Denby, SD, where they made their home and raised their family. Bub raised wheat, cattle and hogs, and over the years had the opportunity to add to his farm. His sons, Doug and Gary and their families continue with the operation today. Bub, in his 100 years, was able to see farming change from a horse and a one bottom plow to tractors using GPS and combines with 30-foot headers. In 1993, Bub was awarded the Outstanding Farmer Award at Town and Country Days.

Anna May passed away in 1991 and Bub continued to work on the farm until health issues caused him to move to Pioneer Manor in 2014 where he made many new friends.

Bub loved his farm, riding his four-wheeler, caking cows, raking hay, and going to bull sales. His work and visiting with neighbors and family were his hobbies. His work ethic, integrity, and outstanding memory are things he will be remembered for. He was proud to have served his country and in later years enjoyed telling his “war stories”.

He will be missed by his children Doug and Phyllis Nelson, Roger and Carol Vincent, Jeannie Burress, Gary and Betty Nelson,&nbsp;8 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Margaret Nelson and Mildred Colwell and may other relatives and friends.

Bub was preceded in death by his wife Anna May, granddaughter Renee Burress, and granddaughter-in-law Kyla Vincent, his parents, all of his brothers and sisters, and several brothers-and sisters-in-law, as well as some family in Europe.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday February 6, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Gordon American Legion with Bill Combs officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in the Gordon Cemetery. Memorials have been established for the Gordon American Legion or the Sheridan County Ag Society and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366 Gordon, NE 69343.

Winston Robert Nelson, or Bub, as he would rather be called, passed away January 30, 2020 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs, NE at the age of 100 years, 1 month and 4 days.Bub was born the day after Christmas, 1919 to Elsie and Nels Nelson of rural Gordon. Bub was the fourth of seven children; Elwood, Helen, Olga, Bub, Frances, Dorothy, and Archie. Both Elsie and Nels were European immigrants who met while working in Deadwood, SD.Bub’s father passed away from silicosis in 1929 when Bub was 10. Bub learned to work hard at a young age. The Nelsons farmed with a six-horse team and Bub spent many hours getting to know and working with these horses.Bub attended Fieldside School through the 8th grade and then took some correspondence courses. He worked with his brother, Elwood, and for area farmers until March 13, 1943 when he was drafted into the Army during WWII. Following basic training at Camp Cook in California, Bub was assigned to the Third Infantry and sent to Northern Africa. From there they boarded an English ship, “a dirty old boat”, for Anzio, Italy. During combat he was severely injured twice, and was later awarded two Purple Hearts. He also received the Silver Star and the Bronze Star for bravery during combat. He often said that he missed seeing Rome by a day; this was due to an injury during combat. Bub reached the rank of Staff Sargeant while he was in the military and was honorably discharged in 1945. He sailed home on the Queen Elizabeth.Upon returning to Nebraska, Bub rented farm ground north of Gordon and worked for various neighbors for a time. On September 18, 1949, Bub married the local schoolteacher, Anna May Eddy. In 1955 they were able to purchase a farm near Denby, SD, where they made their home and raised their family. Bub raised wheat, cattle and hogs, and over the years had the opportunity to add to his farm. His sons, Doug and Gary and their families continue with the operation today. Bub, in his 100 years, was able to see farming change from a horse and a one bottom plow to tractors using GPS and combines with 30-foot headers. In 1993, Bub was awarded the Outstanding Farmer Award at Town and Country Days.Anna May passed away in 1991 and Bub continued to work on the farm until health issues caused him to move to Pioneer Manor in 2014 where he made many new friends.Bub loved his farm, riding his four-wheeler, caking cows, raking hay, and going to bull sales. His work and visiting with neighbors and family were his hobbies. His work ethic, integrity, and outstanding memory are things he will be remembered for. He was proud to have served his country and in later years enjoyed telling his “war stories”.He will be missed by his children Doug and Phyllis Nelson, Roger and Carol Vincent, Jeannie Burress, Gary and Betty Nelson,&nbsp;8 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Margaret Nelson and Mildred Colwell and may other relatives and friends.Bub was preceded in death by his wife Anna May, granddaughter Renee Burress, and granddaughter-in-law Kyla Vincent, his parents, all of his brothers and sisters, and several brothers-and sisters-in-law, as well as some family in Europe.Funeral Services will be held Thursday February 6, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Gordon American Legion with Bill Combs officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in the Gordon Cemetery. Memorials have been established for the Gordon American Legion or the Sheridan County Ag Society and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366 Gordon, NE 69343.

Winston Robert Nelson (1919 - 2020)

Steven W. Pfeiffer, 67, died Monday, February 3, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital.

He was born December 27, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky to Paul Marion and Alice Jane (Cofer) Pfeiffer.

Steve began his life as a Kentucky-boy at heart and took a chance by journeying over 2500 miles to the rugged Montana mountains. Here he met his wife of 47 years, Lois,&nbsp;and embarked on a three-decade management career at BNSF and an additional six years at the Alaska Railroad where he was able to instill his incredible work ethic.

Steve and Lois raised three children traversing the beautiful state of Montana and throughout the Midwest, ultimately planting roots in Alliance. Steve was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying several Montana and Alaskan adventures.

Following his children and grandchildren’s athletic events and activities was his favorite pastime. He was a committed Bobcat, Bulldog, and Spartan fan traveling hundreds of miles for games and events. You could find Steve and Lois regularly volunteering at the Alliance Eagles Club where they enjoyed the company of many friends and fellow volunteers.

Steve is survived by his wife, Lois Pfeiffer of Alliance; his children, Brian Pfeiffer of Alliance, Jeremy (Stephanie) Pfeiffer of Alliance and Jessica (Adam) Davies of Hemingford; his mother, Jane Pfeiffer of Radcliff, Kentucky; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters, Paula Kirchbaum of Radcliff, Kentucky and Gina Hart of McDaniels, Kentucky; his special aunt, Doris Dowdell; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father and his grandson, Ayden Davies.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Alliance Eagles Club.&nbsp; Reverend Russell Saito will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Highland Park Care Center Trishaw Bicycle Fund, 1633 Sweetwater, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.

The family would like to share their sincere gratitude for the many friends they’ve made throughout their journey. Additionally, the exceptional care Steve received at Highland Park and by the Alliance healthcare providers.

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 </figure>Steven W. Pfeiffer, 67, died Monday, February 3, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital.He was born December 27, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky to Paul Marion and Alice Jane (Cofer) Pfeiffer.Steve began his life as a Kentucky-boy at heart and took a chance by journeying over 2500 miles to the rugged Montana mountains. Here he met his wife of 47 years, Lois,&nbsp;and embarked on a three-decade management career at BNSF and an additional six years at the Alaska Railroad where he was able to instill his incredible work ethic.Steve and Lois raised three children traversing the beautiful state of Montana and throughout the Midwest, ultimately planting roots in Alliance. Steve was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying several Montana and Alaskan adventures.Following his children and grandchildren’s athletic events and activities was his favorite pastime. He was a committed Bobcat, Bulldog, and Spartan fan traveling hundreds of miles for games and events. You could find Steve and Lois regularly volunteering at the Alliance Eagles Club where they enjoyed the company of many friends and fellow volunteers.Steve is survived by his wife, Lois Pfeiffer of Alliance; his children, Brian Pfeiffer of Alliance, Jeremy (Stephanie) Pfeiffer of Alliance and Jessica (Adam) Davies of Hemingford; his mother, Jane Pfeiffer of Radcliff, Kentucky; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters, Paula Kirchbaum of Radcliff, Kentucky and Gina Hart of McDaniels, Kentucky; his special aunt, Doris Dowdell; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father and his grandson, Ayden Davies.Memorial services will be held Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Alliance Eagles Club.&nbsp; Reverend Russell Saito will officiate.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Highland Park Care Center Trishaw Bicycle Fund, 1633 Sweetwater, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.The family would like to share their sincere gratitude for the many friends they’ve made throughout their journey. Additionally, the exceptional care Steve received at Highland Park and by the Alliance healthcare providers.

Steven W. Pfeiffer (1952 - 2020)

Joleen “Jo” Gay Sample, 64, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at her home after a brief battle with cancer.

She was born June 9, 1955 in Sidney, Nebraska to Ray E. and Eva (Orcutt) Neitz.

She married Monte D. Sample on September 20, 1972 in Torrington, Wyoming.&nbsp; After their marriage, they lived in San Diego, California for the duration of Monte’s naval service.&nbsp; In 1976 they moved to Hemingford and at this time she was a stay at home mom and worked various jobs from time to time.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her family.

Jo is survived by her husband, Monte Sample of Hemingford; her daughters, Kristin (Roy) Bryner of Vienna, GA and Emily (Thomas) Linegar of South Beach, OR; sisters, Anita (Jim) Lentz of Hemingford, LaRonda (David) Minich of Hemingford and Marlinda (Dean) Rubenthaler of Gothenburg; and her brother, David (Cheryl) Neitz of Boston, MA.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren, Clarissa (Trevor) Carter of Glenrock, WY, Colin Bryner of Rock Springs, WY, Clay Bryner of Vienna, GA, and Natalee Linegar of South Beach, OR; her great-grandchildren, Harper and Arden Carter of Glenrock, WY; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, Janet Hudnall and Ila Jackson, and her infant brother, Philip Neitz.

At Joleen’s request, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Regional West Hospice or the American Cancer Society.

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 </figure>Joleen “Jo” Gay Sample, 64, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at her home after a brief battle with cancer.She was born June 9, 1955 in Sidney, Nebraska to Ray E. and Eva (Orcutt) Neitz.She married Monte D. Sample on September 20, 1972 in Torrington, Wyoming.&nbsp; After their marriage, they lived in San Diego, California for the duration of Monte’s naval service.&nbsp; In 1976 they moved to Hemingford and at this time she was a stay at home mom and worked various jobs from time to time.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her family.Jo is survived by her husband, Monte Sample of Hemingford; her daughters, Kristin (Roy) Bryner of Vienna, GA and Emily (Thomas) Linegar of South Beach, OR; sisters, Anita (Jim) Lentz of Hemingford, LaRonda (David) Minich of Hemingford and Marlinda (Dean) Rubenthaler of Gothenburg; and her brother, David (Cheryl) Neitz of Boston, MA.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren, Clarissa (Trevor) Carter of Glenrock, WY, Colin Bryner of Rock Springs, WY, Clay Bryner of Vienna, GA, and Natalee Linegar of South Beach, OR; her great-grandchildren, Harper and Arden Carter of Glenrock, WY; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, Janet Hudnall and Ila Jackson, and her infant brother, Philip Neitz.At Joleen’s request, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Regional West Hospice or the American Cancer Society.

Joleen "Jo" Gay Sample (1955 - 2020)

Gina Marie Tolstedt, 63, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 in her home in Alliance

She was born May 14, 1956 in Alliance to Keith and June Tolstedt. She graduated from Alliance High School, attended Chadron State College and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.&nbsp; She graduated from the University of Illinois at Champagne-Urbana with a master’s degree in Art History.

Gina delighted, stimulated and brought the creative best out of her students throughout her 35 year teaching career.&nbsp; Student displays of art work were a regular part of her extra efforts.&nbsp; These displays were a great source of pride for both her and her students.

Gina’s teaching career began in Hyannis and took her to Minden, Gaffney, S.C and finally to Omaha Public Schools, where she retired after 20 years.&nbsp; She also mentored many student teachers, was active in curriculum writing, gave private art lessons and was awarded Art Educator of the year in 2007-2008 and Elementary Art Educator of the Year in 1997.&nbsp; She was a lifelong member of Nebraska Art Teachers Association and the National Art Educators Association.

Gina will be remembered by her students for her passion about art and her belief that all possessed the ability to create beauty and expression through the visual arts.&nbsp;

She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Steven of Alliance, Susan and Tim Maxcy of Gering, Michael and Barbara and Kim and Mike Wills of Alliance, Mark and Jill of Sioux City, IA and Lance and Tracy of Gilbert, AZ.&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Gina was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and June Tolstedt and her grandparents, Jake and Emma Herman and Calvin and Virlene Tolstedt.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

Memorials may be given for the Pillars in the Park and may be sent in care of the family to 1012 Niobrara, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.

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

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 </figure>Gina Marie Tolstedt, 63, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 in her home in AllianceShe was born May 14, 1956 in Alliance to Keith and June Tolstedt. She graduated from Alliance High School, attended Chadron State College and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.&nbsp; She graduated from the University of Illinois at Champagne-Urbana with a master’s degree in Art History.Gina delighted, stimulated and brought the creative best out of her students throughout her 35 year teaching career.&nbsp; Student displays of art work were a regular part of her extra efforts.&nbsp; These displays were a great source of pride for both her and her students.Gina’s teaching career began in Hyannis and took her to Minden, Gaffney, S.C and finally to Omaha Public Schools, where she retired after 20 years.&nbsp; She also mentored many student teachers, was active in curriculum writing, gave private art lessons and was awarded Art Educator of the year in 2007-2008 and Elementary Art Educator of the Year in 1997.&nbsp; She was a lifelong member of Nebraska Art Teachers Association and the National Art Educators Association.Gina will be remembered by her students for her passion about art and her belief that all possessed the ability to create beauty and expression through the visual arts.&nbsp;She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Steven of Alliance, Susan and Tim Maxcy of Gering, Michael and Barbara and Kim and Mike Wills of Alliance, Mark and Jill of Sioux City, IA and Lance and Tracy of Gilbert, AZ.&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.Gina was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and June Tolstedt and her grandparents, Jake and Emma Herman and Calvin and Virlene Tolstedt.Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.Memorials may be given for the Pillars in the Park and may be sent in care of the family to 1012 Niobrara, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Gina Marie Tolstedt (1956 - 2020)

Bruce Eugene Engel, 68, passed away Monday, January 28, 2020.

He was born April 13, 1951 in Alliance to Paul and Marcene (Wanek) Engel.

On December 27, 1969 he was united in marriage to Donna C. Delsing at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.

Bruce graduated from Hemingford High and later earned a bachelors and master’s degree from Chadron State College where he went on to pursue his career aspirations as an educator and coach. In 1980, Bruce and his wife Donna, took on the world by purchasing land and starting their own farm from the ground up to allow them to raise their boys in their hometown of Hemingford.&nbsp; While in Hemingford he was an active member of the Jaycees and championed the development of the baseball field and Jaycee trap shoot facility.&nbsp; Bruce never knew a stranger and would have given the shirt off of his back for anyone in need.&nbsp; Above everything he loved and cherished time with his family.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Donna, his son and their wives, Chris and Brenda Engel of Justin, TX and Josh and Brigette Engel of Lincoln, NE, his grandchildren, Aubry, Makayla, Dawson, Taylor, Payton, Conner, Raegan and Axum.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Bill and Sharon Engel of Cozad, and Dave and Kim Engel of Scottsbluff, his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert Delsing of Hemingford, Pat and Ron Schmit of Grand Island and Linda and Dennis Folkerts of Hemingford along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers-in-law, Kevin Sorensen and Gene Delsing, his sister-in-law, Karen Delsing and his nephew Eric Schmit.

Memorial services will be Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Tim Stoner officiating.

Memorials may be sent in care of the family to&nbsp;7071 Dakota Road, Hemingford, NE 69348&nbsp;for a future designation.

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 </figure>Bruce Eugene Engel, 68, passed away Monday, January 28, 2020.He was born April 13, 1951 in Alliance to Paul and Marcene (Wanek) Engel.On December 27, 1969 he was united in marriage to Donna C. Delsing at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.Bruce graduated from Hemingford High and later earned a bachelors and master’s degree from Chadron State College where he went on to pursue his career aspirations as an educator and coach. In 1980, Bruce and his wife Donna, took on the world by purchasing land and starting their own farm from the ground up to allow them to raise their boys in their hometown of Hemingford.&nbsp; While in Hemingford he was an active member of the Jaycees and championed the development of the baseball field and Jaycee trap shoot facility.&nbsp; Bruce never knew a stranger and would have given the shirt off of his back for anyone in need.&nbsp; Above everything he loved and cherished time with his family.Bruce is survived by his wife, Donna, his son and their wives, Chris and Brenda Engel of Justin, TX and Josh and Brigette Engel of Lincoln, NE, his grandchildren, Aubry, Makayla, Dawson, Taylor, Payton, Conner, Raegan and Axum.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Bill and Sharon Engel of Cozad, and Dave and Kim Engel of Scottsbluff, his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert Delsing of Hemingford, Pat and Ron Schmit of Grand Island and Linda and Dennis Folkerts of Hemingford along with numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers-in-law, Kevin Sorensen and Gene Delsing, his sister-in-law, Karen Delsing and his nephew Eric Schmit.Memorial services will be Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Tim Stoner officiating.Memorials may be sent in care of the family to&nbsp;7071 Dakota Road, Hemingford, NE 69348&nbsp;for a future designation.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Bruce Engel (1951 - 2020)

Edna Mae Hall, 90, was called home to the arms of her loving Savior on January 28, 2020.

She was born October 11, 1929, in Alliance, to George and Vita Laverne (Nason) Ditsch.&nbsp; The eldest of six children, she learned responsibility at a young age.&nbsp; She graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1947.&nbsp; Determined to make her own way in life, she then graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Alliance and obtained her license as a registered nurse.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William G. Brown, and to this union were born three sons:&nbsp; Stephen Glen, Larry Lee, and Ronald Dean.&nbsp; They later divorced, and Mae worked as many as three jobs at a time to support herself and her sons.&nbsp; During her nursing career, she worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance and with Dr. Joseph Gardner in his clinic.

In 1971, she married Donald B. Hall.&nbsp; During nearly 32 years together, they enjoyed watching their children mature into adults, working together on the ranch, and relaxing at their cabin in the Black Hills.&nbsp; Their greatest love was their grandchildren.&nbsp; Mae loved to entertain, was always generous, and was continually asking what she could do for the people around her.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and gardening, especially raising beautiful roses.

Mae is survived by her sons, Stephen (Kim) Brown of Georgetown, Texas, Larry (Sandy) Brown of Canton, Kansas, and Ronald (Cindy) Brown of Alliance; her grandchildren, Jessica (Bradley) Mues of Everett, Washington; Amanda Brown of Loveland, Colorado; and Andrew (Allison) Brown of Wichita, Kansas; her great-grandson, Nolan Mues; her sisters, Duana Dugger of Alliance, Suzie Spangler of Gordon, Nebraska and Kay Reid of North Platte, Nebraska; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Maureen Roller of Alliance.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister Lolita Brinker; brother Donald Ditsch; and her parents.

Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, January 31, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Alliance with Rev. Richard Mueller and Rev. Martin Schnare officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, January 30, from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials in Mae’s honor be given to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Edna Mae Hall, 90, was called home to the arms of her loving Savior on January 28, 2020.She was born October 11, 1929, in Alliance, to George and Vita Laverne (Nason) Ditsch.&nbsp; The eldest of six children, she learned responsibility at a young age.&nbsp; She graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1947.&nbsp; Determined to make her own way in life, she then graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Alliance and obtained her license as a registered nurse.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William G. Brown, and to this union were born three sons:&nbsp; Stephen Glen, Larry Lee, and Ronald Dean.&nbsp; They later divorced, and Mae worked as many as three jobs at a time to support herself and her sons.&nbsp; During her nursing career, she worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance and with Dr. Joseph Gardner in his clinic.In 1971, she married Donald B. Hall.&nbsp; During nearly 32 years together, they enjoyed watching their children mature into adults, working together on the ranch, and relaxing at their cabin in the Black Hills.&nbsp; Their greatest love was their grandchildren.&nbsp; Mae loved to entertain, was always generous, and was continually asking what she could do for the people around her.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and gardening, especially raising beautiful roses.Mae is survived by her sons, Stephen (Kim) Brown of Georgetown, Texas, Larry (Sandy) Brown of Canton, Kansas, and Ronald (Cindy) Brown of Alliance; her grandchildren, Jessica (Bradley) Mues of Everett, Washington; Amanda Brown of Loveland, Colorado; and Andrew (Allison) Brown of Wichita, Kansas; her great-grandson, Nolan Mues; her sisters, Duana Dugger of Alliance, Suzie Spangler of Gordon, Nebraska and Kay Reid of North Platte, Nebraska; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Maureen Roller of Alliance.She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister Lolita Brinker; brother Donald Ditsch; and her parents.Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, January 31, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Alliance with Rev. Richard Mueller and Rev. Martin Schnare officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, January 30, from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials in Mae’s honor be given to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Edna Mae Hall (1929-2020)

Delores A. Flint, 88, died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at Legacy Arbors in Lincoln, NE.

She was born Sept. 12, 1931, at Hemingford in Box Butte County, to Glen and Leona (Langston) Traster.

Delores grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1949. On Oct. 16, 1955, she married Arthur J. Flint at Hemingford.

She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper at Live Wire Transfer, Borror Chevrolet, Art’s Conoco, Alliance Community TV, and at the Alliance United Methodist Church. She was active in the church throughout her life as a member of several women’s prayer and study groups, a Sunday School teacher, and a ringer in the handbell choir. She loved reading, walking and traveling. She moved to Lincoln to be closer to her children in 2017.

She is survived by her son Glen (Sonya) Flint of Springfield; daughter Sally (Roger) Buchholz of Lincoln; grandsons Cory and Toby Flint of Omaha; and brother Elton Traster of Rapid City, South Dakota.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Alliance United Methodist Church, Alliance Pillars in the Park, Dobby’s Frontier Town, the Hemingford Community Foundation or to the University of Nebraska Foundation - Flint Scholarship,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nufoundation.org/" target="_blank">www.nufoundation.org</a>.

Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Delores A. Flint, 88, died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at Legacy Arbors in Lincoln, NE.She was born Sept. 12, 1931, at Hemingford in Box Butte County, to Glen and Leona (Langston) Traster.Delores grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1949. On Oct. 16, 1955, she married Arthur J. Flint at Hemingford.She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper at Live Wire Transfer, Borror Chevrolet, Art’s Conoco, Alliance Community TV, and at the Alliance United Methodist Church. She was active in the church throughout her life as a member of several women’s prayer and study groups, a Sunday School teacher, and a ringer in the handbell choir. She loved reading, walking and traveling. She moved to Lincoln to be closer to her children in 2017.She is survived by her son Glen (Sonya) Flint of Springfield; daughter Sally (Roger) Buchholz of Lincoln; grandsons Cory and Toby Flint of Omaha; and brother Elton Traster of Rapid City, South Dakota.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Alliance United Methodist Church, Alliance Pillars in the Park, Dobby’s Frontier Town, the Hemingford Community Foundation or to the University of Nebraska Foundation - Flint Scholarship,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nufoundation.org/" target="_blank">www.nufoundation.org</a>.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Attachments area

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