Funeral services for Levi Grant, 62 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 2:00pm at the 4-H Building at the Fairgrounds in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.

Levi was born January 23, 1960 in Chadron, Nebraska and passed away May 30, 2022 in Panguitch, Utah.

A memorial has been established for the Dawes County Ag Society and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Funeral services for Levi Grant, 62 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 2:00pm at the 4-H Building at the Fairgrounds in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.Levi was born January 23, 1960 in Chadron, Nebraska and passed away May 30, 2022 in Panguitch, Utah.A memorial has been established for the Dawes County Ag Society and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Levi Grant (1960 - 2022)

Virginia 'Jinny' Shoemaker, 72, of Alliance, Nebraska died Sunday, May 29, 2022, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 7th at 10:00 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Reverend Tim Stadem officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Monday, June 6, from 1-7 p.m. The family would prefer memorials be given to the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. with the funds being designated towards the Fire Training Facility Project in lieu of flowers. Memorials can be mailed to the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department,&nbsp;315 Cheyenne Avenue, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.

Virginia was born on July 4, 1949, in Syracuse, Kansas. She was the daughter of Gerald (Jerry) and Norma Todd. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1968. On June 28, 1970, Virginia was united in marriage to the love of her life Freddie “Fred” Shoemaker. Together they had three boys; Troy, Travis and Trenton. Jinny was a member of the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary where she served as President in 1985 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary.

Jinny loved crocheting and spent endless hours making gifts for her family and friends. Jinny loved her grandkids and enjoyed every moment she could get with them. Grandma was a judgement free zone and loved each and every one of them unconditionally. They were her greatest blessing.

Jinny is survived by her sons, Troy (Laura) Shoemaker of Alliance, NE; Travis (Kristy), Shoemaker of Alliance, NE; and Trenton (Amanda) of Leander, TX; her grandchildren, Brooke Shoemaker, Hannah (T.J.) Aanenson, Keaton Shoemaker, Janaye Shoemaker, Kadin Shoemaker, Mason Shoemaker, and Madison Shoemaker along with her great-grandson, Noah.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters, Beverly Yeager and Marla (Fred) Kober. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who she loved dearly.

Jinny was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Shoemaker, her parents, Jerry &amp; Norma Todd, her sister, Karen Todd and her grandson, Dylan Shoemaker.

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

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 </figure>Virginia 'Jinny' Shoemaker, 72, of Alliance, Nebraska died Sunday, May 29, 2022, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 7th at 10:00 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Reverend Tim Stadem officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home will be Monday, June 6, from 1-7 p.m. The family would prefer memorials be given to the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. with the funds being designated towards the Fire Training Facility Project in lieu of flowers. Memorials can be mailed to the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department,&nbsp;315 Cheyenne Avenue, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.Virginia was born on July 4, 1949, in Syracuse, Kansas. She was the daughter of Gerald (Jerry) and Norma Todd. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1968. On June 28, 1970, Virginia was united in marriage to the love of her life Freddie “Fred” Shoemaker. Together they had three boys; Troy, Travis and Trenton. Jinny was a member of the Alliance Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary where she served as President in 1985 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary.Jinny loved crocheting and spent endless hours making gifts for her family and friends. Jinny loved her grandkids and enjoyed every moment she could get with them. Grandma was a judgement free zone and loved each and every one of them unconditionally. They were her greatest blessing.Jinny is survived by her sons, Troy (Laura) Shoemaker of Alliance, NE; Travis (Kristy), Shoemaker of Alliance, NE; and Trenton (Amanda) of Leander, TX; her grandchildren, Brooke Shoemaker, Hannah (T.J.) Aanenson, Keaton Shoemaker, Janaye Shoemaker, Kadin Shoemaker, Mason Shoemaker, and Madison Shoemaker along with her great-grandson, Noah.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters, Beverly Yeager and Marla (Fred) Kober. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who she loved dearly.Jinny was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Shoemaker, her parents, Jerry &amp; Norma Todd, her sister, Karen Todd and her grandson, Dylan Shoemaker.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Virginia 'Jinny' Shoemaker (1949 - 2022)

On May 27th of 2022, Chris D. McMains, loving son and dear friend, passed away at the age of 35.&nbsp; He was born January 7, 1987 in Alliance, NE to Tim and Tina McMains.&nbsp;

Chris loved to travel and see the world.&nbsp; In his free time, Chris was an avid gamer and developed many friends across the world.&nbsp; He was a volunteer at Good Samaritan and was recognized by NHCA as volunteer of the year.&nbsp; Chris was also a wonderful caretaker and dear friend to those he was closest with.&nbsp; He had a sharp wit and a unique sense of humor.&nbsp; He will be remembered fondly by his close friends and family.

Chris was preceded in death by his father, Tim McMains.&nbsp; He is survived by his mother, Tina, and his sister, Heidi.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at Bates-Gould Chapel on Thursday June 2, at 2:00 PM.&nbsp; Flowers and memorial donations can be sent to 3006 Cheyenne Drive in Alliance, Nebraska.

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 </figure>On May 27th of 2022, Chris D. McMains, loving son and dear friend, passed away at the age of 35.&nbsp; He was born January 7, 1987 in Alliance, NE to Tim and Tina McMains.&nbsp;Chris loved to travel and see the world.&nbsp; In his free time, Chris was an avid gamer and developed many friends across the world.&nbsp; He was a volunteer at Good Samaritan and was recognized by NHCA as volunteer of the year.&nbsp; Chris was also a wonderful caretaker and dear friend to those he was closest with.&nbsp; He had a sharp wit and a unique sense of humor.&nbsp; He will be remembered fondly by his close friends and family.Chris was preceded in death by his father, Tim McMains.&nbsp; He is survived by his mother, Tina, and his sister, Heidi.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at Bates-Gould Chapel on Thursday June 2, at 2:00 PM.&nbsp; Flowers and memorial donations can be sent to 3006 Cheyenne Drive in Alliance, Nebraska.

Chris D. McMains (1987 - 2022)

Waynard Bruce Anderson age 94, of Kearney, NE passed away on May 27, 2022. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial Service will be held June 3rd&nbsp;at 10 a.m. in the chapel at the Kearney Evangelical Free Church. Arrangements by Govier Brothers, Broken Bow and officiated by Pastor Tim Peterson of the Broken Bow EFC.

Waynard Anderson was born to John Wm (Bill) and Pauline (Polly) (Yeager) Anderson on June 4, 1927.&nbsp; He was 6th&nbsp;in a family of nine children and grew up and worked on the farm in Phelps County, for many years farming with horses.&nbsp;

As a young child, his family took him to Sunday School at the Emmaus and Holcomb Evangelical Free Churches. Then in 1944, the Holcomb Church hosted evangelistic meetings and out of 15 kids in their youth group, five of them including Waynard went forward to commit to follow Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

As a young man he participated in local rodeos and parades and taught Sunday School.&nbsp; While attending youth group activities at the Westmark church near Loomis he met a young lady, Maxine Holmes. She also liked horses and farm and ranch life.&nbsp; They married on January 22, 1950, right after the morning worship service at the Westmark Evangelical Free Church.&nbsp; At her passing, they had been married 66 years.

They lived in Phelps County farming and ranching for their first 25 years of marriage, while starting their family, three boys and a girl.&nbsp; He was involved in Cattle Feeder’s Association, the Funk Lion’s Club, 4-H leadership, and served on the school board at District R-5 and was an active member in the Holcomb EFC.&nbsp; He completed his education and became a certified cattle buyer and bought cattle for local cattlemen throughout the area for many years. Waynard also enjoyed being a rodeo stock contractor with his brother Ward, providing stock for local amateur rodeos as well as putting on their own rodeos.

Following the dream of ranching, the couple moved several times, first to Loup and then Blaine County, then to Montana on the eastern slopes of the Rockies and finally to western Nebraska near Alliance.&nbsp; They retired and relocated to Broken Bow in 2008. &nbsp;After suffering a fractured hip in January 2018, he moved to Mother Hull Home in Kearney.

He has always been involved in church ministry wherever they lived, serving as deacon, trustee and usher. He also was an active member of the Gideons. His favorite place to serve was usher and loved to teach young people in the church how to welcome and encourage church attenders.&nbsp; He also enjoyed cooking and serving men’s fellowship breakfasts.&nbsp; He always felt that two essentials in life were coffee and ice cream.

Survivors include his brother and wife, Ward and Connie Anderson of Elm Creek and sister-in-law Sharon Anderson of Elm Creek, and numerous nephews and nieces. &nbsp;Also survived by his children, Daniel and Wanda Anderson of St Joseph, Missouri, June and Eric Petersen of Kearney, Wylie and Janet Anderson of Kimball, and Brad and Joye Anderson of Albion; ten grandchildren with their spouses, 33 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild, Lucy, daughter of Trent and Sophie Shell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Maxine and his siblings, Marie (Win Johnson), Louise (Dean Hendricks), Wendell (Evelyn), Doris (Jim High), Farres (Floyd Lind), Roberta (Truman Streeter) and Leland.&nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Gideons International.

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 </figure>Waynard Bruce Anderson age 94, of Kearney, NE passed away on May 27, 2022. &nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial Service will be held June 3rd&nbsp;at 10 a.m. in the chapel at the Kearney Evangelical Free Church. Arrangements by Govier Brothers, Broken Bow and officiated by Pastor Tim Peterson of the Broken Bow EFC.Waynard Anderson was born to John Wm (Bill) and Pauline (Polly) (Yeager) Anderson on June 4, 1927.&nbsp; He was 6th&nbsp;in a family of nine children and grew up and worked on the farm in Phelps County, for many years farming with horses.&nbsp;As a young child, his family took him to Sunday School at the Emmaus and Holcomb Evangelical Free Churches. Then in 1944, the Holcomb Church hosted evangelistic meetings and out of 15 kids in their youth group, five of them including Waynard went forward to commit to follow Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.As a young man he participated in local rodeos and parades and taught Sunday School.&nbsp; While attending youth group activities at the Westmark church near Loomis he met a young lady, Maxine Holmes. She also liked horses and farm and ranch life.&nbsp; They married on January 22, 1950, right after the morning worship service at the Westmark Evangelical Free Church.&nbsp; At her passing, they had been married 66 years.They lived in Phelps County farming and ranching for their first 25 years of marriage, while starting their family, three boys and a girl.&nbsp; He was involved in Cattle Feeder’s Association, the Funk Lion’s Club, 4-H leadership, and served on the school board at District R-5 and was an active member in the Holcomb EFC.&nbsp; He completed his education and became a certified cattle buyer and bought cattle for local cattlemen throughout the area for many years. Waynard also enjoyed being a rodeo stock contractor with his brother Ward, providing stock for local amateur rodeos as well as putting on their own rodeos.Following the dream of ranching, the couple moved several times, first to Loup and then Blaine County, then to Montana on the eastern slopes of the Rockies and finally to western Nebraska near Alliance.&nbsp; They retired and relocated to Broken Bow in 2008. &nbsp;After suffering a fractured hip in January 2018, he moved to Mother Hull Home in Kearney.He has always been involved in church ministry wherever they lived, serving as deacon, trustee and usher. He also was an active member of the Gideons. His favorite place to serve was usher and loved to teach young people in the church how to welcome and encourage church attenders.&nbsp; He also enjoyed cooking and serving men’s fellowship breakfasts.&nbsp; He always felt that two essentials in life were coffee and ice cream.Survivors include his brother and wife, Ward and Connie Anderson of Elm Creek and sister-in-law Sharon Anderson of Elm Creek, and numerous nephews and nieces. &nbsp;Also survived by his children, Daniel and Wanda Anderson of St Joseph, Missouri, June and Eric Petersen of Kearney, Wylie and Janet Anderson of Kimball, and Brad and Joye Anderson of Albion; ten grandchildren with their spouses, 33 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild, Lucy, daughter of Trent and Sophie Shell.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Maxine and his siblings, Marie (Win Johnson), Louise (Dean Hendricks), Wendell (Evelyn), Doris (Jim High), Farres (Floyd Lind), Roberta (Truman Streeter) and Leland.&nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Gideons International.

Waynard Bruce Anderson (1927 - 2022)

Pericles (Perry) Theros, 57, of Mitchell passed away at home May 27th, 2022, surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held Saturday June 4 at 10:00am at Dugan Kramer in Scottsbluff with dear friend Larry McKey officiating. Burial will be at Mitchell City Cemetery. Perry did not want a traditional obituary and chose to write his own. The words below are his own.

I was born April 2th, 1965, to Theodorus (Ted) and Giannoula (Joanne) Theros in Bridgeport, Nebraska and grew up working on the family farm with my father and brother, Harrison. After graduating from Bridgeport High School in 1983, I attended Chadron State College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts for business administration and a minor in Ag business in 1987. I married Mecky Gray in 1989 and welcomed daughter Morgan in 1991. I would later meet my best friend and we made our home in Mitchell where we would welcome daughter Kenna Theros and where I gained two stepsons Michael and Kyle Wells. With one heck of a party, we married November 27th, 2021. I have worked for various places in the valley but always seemed to land back in agriculture in some form or another. With each place I worked, it was the friends I made, the relationships I would gain, and the shenanigans we would cause that I remembered the most. These relationships lasted long after the job did. I was never a fan of not having something to do. I liked to stay busy and didn’t have a problem getting my hands dirty. I liked restoring tractors that I could use in tractor pulling competitions with many great friends that shared this hobby. I liked making old stuff run again. I liked making something out of nothing, as long as it was metal. I liked working in the epic gardens Andrea and I would have each year. And having my shadow in the form of our grandson “helping” with whatever I was doing. I liked to have BBQs and Holiday dinners with family and friends. Fishing with Kenna, Michael, and Kyle. Dancing with Andrea. The father/daughter dances with Kenna and teaching her to drive in the pasture. Hunting with my brother and good friends. And learning how to surf out at Lake Minatare with Sharon’s school of surfing. These are just a few of the things that consumed my thoughts as I write this and although it was not always easy, I lived a good life, and it was because of all of you that shared that life with me. Thank you all.

I leave behind wife, Andrea Theros, and daughter, Kenna Theros, of Mitchell; my parents, Ted and Joanne Theros of Bridgeport; Brother, Harrison (Sharon) Theros of Brighton, CO; Nephew, Alex Theros and Rachel Villano of Tampa Fl.; daughter, Morgan Theros of Gering; Stepsons, Michael Wells of Mitchell and Kyle Wells of Scottsbluff; grandson Wesley Wells of Mitchell; Mother-in-law, June Hesse, and brother-in-law, Robert (Michele) Hesse; and numerous friends I considered family.

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 </figure>Pericles (Perry) Theros, 57, of Mitchell passed away at home May 27th, 2022, surrounded by family after a battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held Saturday June 4 at 10:00am at Dugan Kramer in Scottsbluff with dear friend Larry McKey officiating. Burial will be at Mitchell City Cemetery. Perry did not want a traditional obituary and chose to write his own. The words below are his own.I was born April 2th, 1965, to Theodorus (Ted) and Giannoula (Joanne) Theros in Bridgeport, Nebraska and grew up working on the family farm with my father and brother, Harrison. After graduating from Bridgeport High School in 1983, I attended Chadron State College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts for business administration and a minor in Ag business in 1987. I married Mecky Gray in 1989 and welcomed daughter Morgan in 1991. I would later meet my best friend and we made our home in Mitchell where we would welcome daughter Kenna Theros and where I gained two stepsons Michael and Kyle Wells. With one heck of a party, we married November 27th, 2021. I have worked for various places in the valley but always seemed to land back in agriculture in some form or another. With each place I worked, it was the friends I made, the relationships I would gain, and the shenanigans we would cause that I remembered the most. These relationships lasted long after the job did. I was never a fan of not having something to do. I liked to stay busy and didn’t have a problem getting my hands dirty. I liked restoring tractors that I could use in tractor pulling competitions with many great friends that shared this hobby. I liked making old stuff run again. I liked making something out of nothing, as long as it was metal. I liked working in the epic gardens Andrea and I would have each year. And having my shadow in the form of our grandson “helping” with whatever I was doing. I liked to have BBQs and Holiday dinners with family and friends. Fishing with Kenna, Michael, and Kyle. Dancing with Andrea. The father/daughter dances with Kenna and teaching her to drive in the pasture. Hunting with my brother and good friends. And learning how to surf out at Lake Minatare with Sharon’s school of surfing. These are just a few of the things that consumed my thoughts as I write this and although it was not always easy, I lived a good life, and it was because of all of you that shared that life with me. Thank you all.I leave behind wife, Andrea Theros, and daughter, Kenna Theros, of Mitchell; my parents, Ted and Joanne Theros of Bridgeport; Brother, Harrison (Sharon) Theros of Brighton, CO; Nephew, Alex Theros and Rachel Villano of Tampa Fl.; daughter, Morgan Theros of Gering; Stepsons, Michael Wells of Mitchell and Kyle Wells of Scottsbluff; grandson Wesley Wells of Mitchell; Mother-in-law, June Hesse, and brother-in-law, Robert (Michele) Hesse; and numerous friends I considered family.

Pericles (Perry) Theros (1965 - 2022)

Shirley Jane Liakos, 91, formerly of Bayard, Nebraska, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at her home in Columbus. Services will be held on Monday, June 6 at Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard, with Pastor Tom Smith officiating and inurnment will be at Bayard City Cemetery.

Shirley Liakos was born on November 9, 1930, in Mitchell, Nebraska, to George and Elizabeth (Johannes) Schneider. She graduated from Bayard High School in 1949. On April 26, 1953, Shirley was united in marriage to Constantine "Gus" Liakos. Shirley was a homemaker who dearly loved to spend time with her family.

Shirley is survived by: Son, Tom (Dayleen) Liakos of Pender, NE; Daughter, Connie Liakos of Portland, OR; Grandchildren: Kelli (Brad) Fagan of Fall City, WA, Sam Evers of Eugene, OR, Adam Evers of Albuquerque, NM, Misty Liakos of Omaha, NE, Tatiana Kohlmeyer of Scottsdale, AZ; and great grandchildren: Calvin Fagan &amp; Leah Liakos.

Shirley was preceded in death by: Parents, George &amp; Elizabeth Schneider; Husband, Constantine "Gus" Liakos; Son, Kelly Liakos; and grandson, Anthony Liakos.

Online Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>

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 </figure>Shirley Jane Liakos, 91, formerly of Bayard, Nebraska, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at her home in Columbus. Services will be held on Monday, June 6 at Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard, with Pastor Tom Smith officiating and inurnment will be at Bayard City Cemetery.Shirley Liakos was born on November 9, 1930, in Mitchell, Nebraska, to George and Elizabeth (Johannes) Schneider. She graduated from Bayard High School in 1949. On April 26, 1953, Shirley was united in marriage to Constantine "Gus" Liakos. Shirley was a homemaker who dearly loved to spend time with her family.Shirley is survived by: Son, Tom (Dayleen) Liakos of Pender, NE; Daughter, Connie Liakos of Portland, OR; Grandchildren: Kelli (Brad) Fagan of Fall City, WA, Sam Evers of Eugene, OR, Adam Evers of Albuquerque, NM, Misty Liakos of Omaha, NE, Tatiana Kohlmeyer of Scottsdale, AZ; and great grandchildren: Calvin Fagan &amp; Leah Liakos.Shirley was preceded in death by: Parents, George &amp; Elizabeth Schneider; Husband, Constantine "Gus" Liakos; Son, Kelly Liakos; and grandson, Anthony Liakos.Online Condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>

Shirley Jane Liakos (1930 - 2022)

Annamarie Boman, age 89, passed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father at Skyview Care &amp; Rehab Center in Bridgeport, NE on May 28, 2022.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 1:30pm at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Broadwater, NE with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. Annamarie requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to the Rose Hill Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Boman family.

Annamarie was born November 29, 1932 to Dan &amp; Pearl Boman in Broadwater, NE. She was raised on the family farm northeast of Broadwater and enjoyed the farm life with her siblings Pauline, Loren, and Bernice.

She graduated from Broadwater High School in 1950. She served in the US Naval Waves from 1952-1953. Following her service, she attended several colleges pursuing interests in Dental Hygiene and Physical Therapy. Annamarie learned massage therapy and spent the rest of her life caring for others and using these skills to improve their lives.

She loved animals – especially her many dogs, goats, and horses. She also loved her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She would interact with them in special ways and gave them many memories of happy times. Above all, she was a good a faithful servant who loved her Heavenly Father.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan &amp; Pearl, sister Pauline (Dan) Neu, brother Loren Boman, sister Bernice Boman, and nephew Dennis Boman.

She is survived by her nieces and nephews Larry Neu of Craig, CO, Patricia (Rex) Wilcox of Altamont, UT, Darrell (Leanne) Neu of Pueblo, CO, Greg (Toni) Neu of Centennial, CO, Alecia (Darrell) Kraupie of Bridgeport, NE, Gaylene (Larry Frame) Boman of Sedgwick, CO, Frank Boman of Oshkosh, NE, Gwen Neu of Elizabeth, CO, Gayle (Gary Adams) Boman of Elizabeth, CO, and Geri (Steve) Brigham of Kenai, AK, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Bridgeport Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with services.

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 </figure><h2>Annamarie Boman, age 89, passed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father at Skyview Care &amp; Rehab Center in Bridgeport, NE on May 28, 2022.</h2>Graveside services will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 1:30pm at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Broadwater, NE with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. Annamarie requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to the Rose Hill Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Boman family.Annamarie was born November 29, 1932 to Dan &amp; Pearl Boman in Broadwater, NE. She was raised on the family farm northeast of Broadwater and enjoyed the farm life with her siblings Pauline, Loren, and Bernice.She graduated from Broadwater High School in 1950. She served in the US Naval Waves from 1952-1953. Following her service, she attended several colleges pursuing interests in Dental Hygiene and Physical Therapy. Annamarie learned massage therapy and spent the rest of her life caring for others and using these skills to improve their lives.She loved animals – especially her many dogs, goats, and horses. She also loved her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She would interact with them in special ways and gave them many memories of happy times. Above all, she was a good a faithful servant who loved her Heavenly Father.She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan &amp; Pearl, sister Pauline (Dan) Neu, brother Loren Boman, sister Bernice Boman, and nephew Dennis Boman.She is survived by her nieces and nephews Larry Neu of Craig, CO, Patricia (Rex) Wilcox of Altamont, UT, Darrell (Leanne) Neu of Pueblo, CO, Greg (Toni) Neu of Centennial, CO, Alecia (Darrell) Kraupie of Bridgeport, NE, Gaylene (Larry Frame) Boman of Sedgwick, CO, Frank Boman of Oshkosh, NE, Gwen Neu of Elizabeth, CO, Gayle (Gary Adams) Boman of Elizabeth, CO, and Geri (Steve) Brigham of Kenai, AK, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.Bridgeport Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with services.

Annamarie Boman (1932 - 2022)

Wilma Kay Elder of Gordon, Nebraska, was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Wilbur and Frances (Tatum) Brockman on June 3, 1941.

After graduating from high school, she and her family moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where she was employed by Kresge’s Department Store.

While in Phoenix, Kay met a handsome young Airman stationed at Luke Air Force Base, named Bob Elder. On July 15, 1966, Kay and Bob were married and soon a daughter Christy was born and a couple of years later a son, Bob was born. Not long after they moved their new family to Durango, Colorado, then on to Hemingford, Nebraska and then to Spring Lake Ranch, south of Gordon, Nebraska. The family finally settled in Gordon, where Kay worked as a librarian assistant fat Gordon Elementary School or some years, before she was employed by Gordon Memorial Hospital in the home health care department until she retired.

Kay loved gardening in her spare time. Many evenings you could find her tending to her flower garden on the back patio. Her favorite flower were petunias, where several could always be found in pots on the front porch. Later in life she enjoyed watching football, especially the HUSKERS! Any chance she got to talk Husker football with someone was always cherished.

She was also interested in history and genealogy. But most of all she loved watching all four of her grandsons growing up.

Wilma “Kay” Elder passed away at home on May 25, 2022, just shy of her 81st birthday. Kay is preceded in death by her parents Wilbur and Fran Brockman and her brother Jim Brockman.

She is survived by her husband Bob, daughter Christy (Rick) of Rushville, NE, son Bob (Laurie) of Ulysses, Nebraska, grandsons Curtis of Gordon, Nebraska, Wyatt (Jade) of Seward, Nebraska, Morgan (Addy) of Lincoln, Nebraska and Cameron of Rushville, Nebraska, sister Linda, brother Gary, both of Phoenix, Arizona, cousin Joyce of Greensboro, North Carolina, sister-in-law Mary Jo (Ray) of Ft. Collins, Colorado, niece Shaun (Rob) of Aurora, Colorado, and nephew Steve of Ft. Collins, Colorado.

A Rosary service will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2022, 9:30 AM, at St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Gordon, Nebraska, with a Memorial Mass to follow at 10:00 AM. Inurnment will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Gordon, Nebraska. A memorial has been established for C.A.R.E. and donations may be sent to Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Wilma Kay Elder of Gordon, Nebraska, was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Wilbur and Frances (Tatum) Brockman on June 3, 1941.After graduating from high school, she and her family moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where she was employed by Kresge’s Department Store.While in Phoenix, Kay met a handsome young Airman stationed at Luke Air Force Base, named Bob Elder. On July 15, 1966, Kay and Bob were married and soon a daughter Christy was born and a couple of years later a son, Bob was born. Not long after they moved their new family to Durango, Colorado, then on to Hemingford, Nebraska and then to Spring Lake Ranch, south of Gordon, Nebraska. The family finally settled in Gordon, where Kay worked as a librarian assistant fat Gordon Elementary School or some years, before she was employed by Gordon Memorial Hospital in the home health care department until she retired.Kay loved gardening in her spare time. Many evenings you could find her tending to her flower garden on the back patio. Her favorite flower were petunias, where several could always be found in pots on the front porch. Later in life she enjoyed watching football, especially the HUSKERS! Any chance she got to talk Husker football with someone was always cherished.She was also interested in history and genealogy. But most of all she loved watching all four of her grandsons growing up.Wilma “Kay” Elder passed away at home on May 25, 2022, just shy of her 81st birthday. Kay is preceded in death by her parents Wilbur and Fran Brockman and her brother Jim Brockman.She is survived by her husband Bob, daughter Christy (Rick) of Rushville, NE, son Bob (Laurie) of Ulysses, Nebraska, grandsons Curtis of Gordon, Nebraska, Wyatt (Jade) of Seward, Nebraska, Morgan (Addy) of Lincoln, Nebraska and Cameron of Rushville, Nebraska, sister Linda, brother Gary, both of Phoenix, Arizona, cousin Joyce of Greensboro, North Carolina, sister-in-law Mary Jo (Ray) of Ft. Collins, Colorado, niece Shaun (Rob) of Aurora, Colorado, and nephew Steve of Ft. Collins, Colorado.A Rosary service will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2022, 9:30 AM, at St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Gordon, Nebraska, with a Memorial Mass to follow at 10:00 AM. Inurnment will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Gordon, Nebraska. A memorial has been established for C.A.R.E. and donations may be sent to Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Wilma Kay Elder (1941 - 2022)

Leslie William “Butch” Ouderkirk, 68, of Chadron, Nebraska passed away unexpectedly May 25, 2022 in Fort Garland, Colorado while on vacation.

Les was born June 5, 1953, the second child of Leslie “Bud” Ouderkirk and Alice Mae (Houser) Ouderkirk in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. While growing up he lived on his parents’ farm northwest of Morill, Nebraska until they moved into the town of Morrill in 1964. He obtained the nickname “Butch” from his family at a very young age and it stuck throughout his life. He attended Morrill public schools, graduating from high school in 1971. Les went on to Chadron State College, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1976.

Les served in the United States Navy from 1977-1983. After completing his service, he obtained his certification as a Medical Technologist and began his 35-year career in that field, retiring in May 2019.

On September 25, 2004, Les was united in marriage to the love of his life, Kimberly Dawn Bibbey, in Chadron, Nebraska. The couple met in 2003 and shared many happy years together.

Les was a Senior Active member of the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed helping people, especially his neighbors, spending time with family and friends, and his many hunting trips.

Les is survived by his wife, Kimberly, four siblings: Sharon (Jesse) Sotvick of Shoshone, Wyoming, Nila (Dan) Clifton of Casper, Wyoming, James Dean Ouderkirk of Springdale, Arkansas, and Scot (Lisa) Ouderkirk of Bayard, Nebraska. Also surviving him are his in-laws, two aunts, three uncles, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceding Les in death were his parents, grandparents, numerous aunts and uncles, and a nephew.

Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the Congregational Church in Chadron, Nebraska.

A memorial has been established for the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel.

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 </figure>Leslie William “Butch” Ouderkirk, 68, of Chadron, Nebraska passed away unexpectedly May 25, 2022 in Fort Garland, Colorado while on vacation.Les was born June 5, 1953, the second child of Leslie “Bud” Ouderkirk and Alice Mae (Houser) Ouderkirk in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. While growing up he lived on his parents’ farm northwest of Morill, Nebraska until they moved into the town of Morrill in 1964. He obtained the nickname “Butch” from his family at a very young age and it stuck throughout his life. He attended Morrill public schools, graduating from high school in 1971. Les went on to Chadron State College, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1976.Les served in the United States Navy from 1977-1983. After completing his service, he obtained his certification as a Medical Technologist and began his 35-year career in that field, retiring in May 2019.On September 25, 2004, Les was united in marriage to the love of his life, Kimberly Dawn Bibbey, in Chadron, Nebraska. The couple met in 2003 and shared many happy years together.Les was a Senior Active member of the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed helping people, especially his neighbors, spending time with family and friends, and his many hunting trips.Les is survived by his wife, Kimberly, four siblings: Sharon (Jesse) Sotvick of Shoshone, Wyoming, Nila (Dan) Clifton of Casper, Wyoming, James Dean Ouderkirk of Springdale, Arkansas, and Scot (Lisa) Ouderkirk of Bayard, Nebraska. Also surviving him are his in-laws, two aunts, three uncles, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.Preceding Les in death were his parents, grandparents, numerous aunts and uncles, and a nephew.Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the Congregational Church in Chadron, Nebraska.A memorial has been established for the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel.

Leslie William 'Butch' Ouderkirk (1953 - 2022)

Albion D. Visser, age 87, of Sidney, passed away on to our heavenly home surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at Sidney Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. Interment will take place with full Military Honors at Riley Cemetery in Riley, KS on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. CDT. Services will be recorded and available on our website for viewing. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Tuesday from 1-6:00 P.M. and leave condolences for the family. Family will be present from 4-6:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be determined and can made to Julie Visser, 2125 13th Avenue, Sidney, NE 69162. You may view Al’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Albion Dean Visser was born May 22, 1935 in Riley, KS to Martha (Sylvester) and Edward Visser. He was the youngest of 8 children. He graduated from Kansas State with an Agriculture Economics degree. He married the love of his life, Jualdene Taylor, on December 20, 1959 in Westmoreland, KS. To this union three children were born Jolene, Janelle and Arlan. Being raised on a Kansas farm, he had a love for agriculture. He was enlisted in the Army National Guard for six years. Throughout Albion’s career he was a grain elevator manager, feed salesman, farm manager, crop insurance agent, and rural real estate agent. His past time love was camping, fishing, spending time with his family and watching college football, especially the Huskers. Survivors include his wife Jualdene of 62 years, Jolene and husband Kevin Lichty of O’Neill, Heath and fiance Kelli, Ariel and fiance Jordan, Marissa, Janelle Visser of Hemingford, Hans, Blake and finance Ali, Emily, Arlan and wife Julie of Omaha, Avery and Gavin. Brothers Virgil and wife Marion of Wakefield, KS, Eugene of Corning, KS, sisters-in-law Irene Visser of Cedar Rapids, IA, Betty and husband Harold Weller of Topeka, KS, Helen Taylor of Wamego, KS and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers George, Harold, Leroy, Ken and sister Evelyn, sisters-in-law Lorene, Evelyn, Rosemary and Lois.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Albion D. Visser, age 87, of Sidney, passed away on to our heavenly home surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at Sidney Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. Interment will take place with full Military Honors at Riley Cemetery in Riley, KS on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. CDT. Services will be recorded and available on our website for viewing. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Tuesday from 1-6:00 P.M. and leave condolences for the family. Family will be present from 4-6:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be determined and can made to Julie Visser, 2125 13th Avenue, Sidney, NE 69162. You may view Al’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Albion Dean Visser was born May 22, 1935 in Riley, KS to Martha (Sylvester) and Edward Visser. He was the youngest of 8 children. He graduated from Kansas State with an Agriculture Economics degree. He married the love of his life, Jualdene Taylor, on December 20, 1959 in Westmoreland, KS. To this union three children were born Jolene, Janelle and Arlan. Being raised on a Kansas farm, he had a love for agriculture. He was enlisted in the Army National Guard for six years. Throughout Albion’s career he was a grain elevator manager, feed salesman, farm manager, crop insurance agent, and rural real estate agent. His past time love was camping, fishing, spending time with his family and watching college football, especially the Huskers. Survivors include his wife Jualdene of 62 years, Jolene and husband Kevin Lichty of O’Neill, Heath and fiance Kelli, Ariel and fiance Jordan, Marissa, Janelle Visser of Hemingford, Hans, Blake and finance Ali, Emily, Arlan and wife Julie of Omaha, Avery and Gavin. Brothers Virgil and wife Marion of Wakefield, KS, Eugene of Corning, KS, sisters-in-law Irene Visser of Cedar Rapids, IA, Betty and husband Harold Weller of Topeka, KS, Helen Taylor of Wamego, KS and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers George, Harold, Leroy, Ken and sister Evelyn, sisters-in-law Lorene, Evelyn, Rosemary and Lois.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Albion D. Visser (1935 - 2022)

Michael Kenneth Hill, 76, passed Tuesday, May 24, 2022.

Mike was born in Lawrence County, South Dakota.

After 33 years with BNSF Railroad in Alliance, NE, Mike came back to the Black Hills home place he loved.

Mike is survived by his wife, Sue Hill; brothers, Albert (Jr.) Hill of California, Mark Hill of Deadwood; and longtime family friend, Gary Heaton. Mike loved all animals and is also survived by his feline companion PeeVee.

Mike's son, Dannon Hill and stepson, Paul Warner preceded him in death.

Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m., June 1, 2022, at the Black Hills National Cemetery at Sturgis, with full military honors.

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 </figure>Michael Kenneth Hill, 76, passed Tuesday, May 24, 2022.Mike was born in Lawrence County, South Dakota.After 33 years with BNSF Railroad in Alliance, NE, Mike came back to the Black Hills home place he loved.Mike is survived by his wife, Sue Hill; brothers, Albert (Jr.) Hill of California, Mark Hill of Deadwood; and longtime family friend, Gary Heaton. Mike loved all animals and is also survived by his feline companion PeeVee.Mike's son, Dannon Hill and stepson, Paul Warner preceded him in death.Interment will take place at 2:30 p.m., June 1, 2022, at the Black Hills National Cemetery at Sturgis, with full military honors.

Michael Kenneth Hill, 76

Pauline 'Polly' C. Hays Hinman passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 with family present in Valley Springs, California.

Polly was born February 17, 1931 in Cambridge, Nebraska to Fred and Edith Fisher where the family farmed until 1938.&nbsp; In 1938, the Fisher family moved to Torrington, Wyoming and later to Scottsbluff, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1950, shortly after graduating from Scottsbluff High School, Polly married John W. Hays and moved to Gering, Nebraska.

Polly was employed by Production Credit after graduation from high school and later by the Green Stamp store and United Buckingham Truck Lines in Scottsbluff. In 1965, Polly began her career with Scotts Bluff County; first working for ten years in the County Assessor’s office and later as clerk and Deputy Register of Deeds. Upon “retirement” Polly continued to work part time in the Register of Deeds Office.

Polly was a member of the Scottsbluff Does Drove #21 and served two times as President.

In 2012, after the passing of her husband, John Hays, Polly married Herbert Hinman.

Survivors include her two children, daughter Devon Curry (Gene) of Valley Springs California and son Randy Hays (Elaine) of Hudson Texas; 3 step children Linda Hinman, Doug Hinman, and Pat Hinman. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Valerie Mitchell (Brian), Stuart Hays (Katie), Melissa Smith (A.J.), Jesse Michael (Melissa); great grandchildren Thomas Anderson, Vaughn Mitchell, Willow Mitchell and Jace Michael.

She was proceeded in death by her parents and husbands John Hays and Herbert Hinman.

A Celebration of, Life will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>. Gering Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Pauline 'Polly' C. Hays Hinman passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 with family present in Valley Springs, California.Polly was born February 17, 1931 in Cambridge, Nebraska to Fred and Edith Fisher where the family farmed until 1938.&nbsp; In 1938, the Fisher family moved to Torrington, Wyoming and later to Scottsbluff, Nebraska.&nbsp; In 1950, shortly after graduating from Scottsbluff High School, Polly married John W. Hays and moved to Gering, Nebraska.Polly was employed by Production Credit after graduation from high school and later by the Green Stamp store and United Buckingham Truck Lines in Scottsbluff. In 1965, Polly began her career with Scotts Bluff County; first working for ten years in the County Assessor’s office and later as clerk and Deputy Register of Deeds. Upon “retirement” Polly continued to work part time in the Register of Deeds Office.Polly was a member of the Scottsbluff Does Drove #21 and served two times as President.In 2012, after the passing of her husband, John Hays, Polly married Herbert Hinman.Survivors include her two children, daughter Devon Curry (Gene) of Valley Springs California and son Randy Hays (Elaine) of Hudson Texas; 3 step children Linda Hinman, Doug Hinman, and Pat Hinman. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Valerie Mitchell (Brian), Stuart Hays (Katie), Melissa Smith (A.J.), Jesse Michael (Melissa); great grandchildren Thomas Anderson, Vaughn Mitchell, Willow Mitchell and Jace Michael.She was proceeded in death by her parents and husbands John Hays and Herbert Hinman.A Celebration of, Life will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>. Gering Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Pauline 'Polly' Hays Hinman (1931 - 2022)

Lawrence Joseph Moloney, Jr (L.J. Moloney) was born in Chicago in 1949 as eldest son of Lawrence&nbsp;Joseph Moloney, Sr., and his wife Agnes (neé Stark) Moloney. He was the&nbsp;eldest of a family that&nbsp;eventually included 6 children. His grandfather was a lawyer for the city&nbsp;of Chicago sanitation department and a precinct captain of the Democratic party.&nbsp; His father was working for Purex Corporation.&nbsp; In 1955, Purex moved its headquarters to Southern California&nbsp;As part of the corporate reorganization, Lawrence Joseph Moloney Sr. was promoted and Purex moved him and the family to Whittier, California, a suburb of Los Angeles. The mid 50’s was a great time to be a kid in Southern California. There were lots of kids, three houses either side of his and across the street contained more than 23 kids most of them boys between the ages of 8 and 3. They played pickup sports games constantly, especially football, basketball, and baseball. L.J. had a lifetime of pure fun through his late teens.

L.J. attended grammar school at St. Gregory the Great Elementary with his brothers and sister. In 5th grade, he got a job delivering newspapers for the East Whittier Review, and made between $8 and $9 a month which in the day of nickel candy bars and dime soda was not bad. L.J. was an altar boy for St. Gregory the Great Parish. Mass was in Latin then and the altar boy had to know the responses because the altar boy spoke for the people. He served mass at 6:30 AM almost every day for 4 years. He served at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotions on Wednesday nights, Station of the Cross on Friday during Lent, weddings, which were always good for a tip, and funerals which were grim affairs.

L.J. attended St. Paul High School in Santa Fe Springs, CA, and was an offensive lineman for the St Paul Swordsmen Football Team. He attended Rio Hondo Community College in Whittier, California and continued to play football as an offensive lineman at the college level and earned his two year degree.

He transferred to University of San Francisco for a year, where he also played football. During his college years, L.J. coached basketball at St Gregory Parish, and coached youth baseball for the maverick little league in Whittier.

Around 1974-1975 L.J. enrolled at California State University at Humboldt (CSHU) (Humboldt State) in an attempt to finish his degree but needed to earn money to pay for it. He went job hunting to earn enough money to go back to College, and through connections with friends he moved to Denver, Colorado seeking employment. Through a job service in Denver, Colorado, L.J was offered a job on the Burlington Northern Railroad in Upton, Wyoming. He took the job, worked in the bunk cars, became a camp tender, and gradually came to realize that he thought working on the railroad was a ton of fun.

L.J. returned to Humboldt State for winter quarter 1975 and while studying at Humboldt State he met and began a relationship with Linda Jean Moore, who was also attending Humboldt State. L.J. and Linda continued correspondence for several years while L.J. was alternately attending college and working for the railroad in Wyoming and Nebraska. L.J. eventually gave up the idea of finishing his degree at Humboldt State, in favor of the steady income, physical work and everyday problem-solving of the railroad. Linda chose to follow him out to Nebraska, and they married in 1979 in Crawford.

L.J. worked for Burlington Northern, which eventually became Burlington Northern – Santa Fe, and then BNSF, for about 35 years. He built track across eastern Wyoming and Western Nebraska, became foreman of a bunk car gang, and eventually a Roadmaster and finally a track inspector. Between 1979 and 1985 L.J. and Linda spent time living in Crawford, Nebraska, Wymore, Nebraska, and St. Joseph, Missouri.

In 1986, due to a reorganization of the railroad around St. Joseph, L.J.’s job was eliminated, and the railroad offered him a choice of transfer locations. L.J. and Linda chose to move back to Crawford Nebraska, because Crawford was where he had the most fun in his previous detours. They purchased a house on Fourth Street, and soon after conceived a son, Timothy Paul Moloney, who was born on January 2, 1987.

L.J. loved being a father and he was a great fit for the role. He was big, strong, only a little bit dirty, gruff but gentle, coarse yet caring, a firm hand and he knew how to challenge a person just enough to make them grow. He was a child’s dream as a father, he always had time, he would always make time, and he was very much the man of the house.

Crawford was his vision of paradise, and he worked hard to serve his community. He headed the Crawford Baseball Association for about a decade between 1990 and 2000, arranged construction of new baseball fields after the 1991 flood damaged the old fields, and coached teams in the local league and traveled to regional tournaments. He coached 5 th and 6 th grade basketball for several years. He became Mayor of Crawford in 1994 and served 3 terms. During his time as mayor he arranged major upgrades to the city water system and sanitary treatment facility. L.J. retired from the railroad in 2010 and spent the final decade of his life traveling with his wife, spending time with his grandchildren, and watching sports on TV and live. One of his favorite trips was to go to spring training in Arizona.

He passed at home on the evening May 13 th , 2022. He is survived by his wife Linda (neé Moore), son Tim Moloney with his wife Claire, and grandchildren Ceci, Silas and Sage. Also by his sister Mary Moloney and brothers Jim (wife Marcia), GP (wife Ameé), Michael (wife Kathie), and Ed, plus their progeny.

A funeral service for LJ Moloney will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Crawford at 2 PM on Tuesday, May 24th. There will also be a Rosary service dedicated to LJ at 6 PM on Monday, May 23rd.

Donations in LJ’s memory may be made to the Crawford Baseball Association or to St. John’s Catholic Church in Crawford. Memorials can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Lawrence Joseph Moloney, Jr (L.J. Moloney) was born in Chicago in 1949 as eldest son of Lawrence&nbsp;Joseph Moloney, Sr., and his wife Agnes (neé Stark) Moloney. He was the&nbsp;eldest of a family that&nbsp;eventually included 6 children. His grandfather was a lawyer for the city&nbsp;of Chicago sanitation department and a precinct captain of the Democratic party.&nbsp; His father was working for Purex Corporation.&nbsp; In 1955, Purex moved its headquarters to Southern California&nbsp;As part of the corporate reorganization, Lawrence Joseph Moloney Sr. was promoted and Purex moved him and the family to Whittier, California, a suburb of Los Angeles. The mid 50’s was a great time to be a kid in Southern California. There were lots of kids, three houses either side of his and across the street contained more than 23 kids most of them boys between the ages of 8 and 3. They played pickup sports games constantly, especially football, basketball, and baseball. L.J. had a lifetime of pure fun through his late teens.L.J. attended grammar school at St. Gregory the Great Elementary with his brothers and sister. In 5th grade, he got a job delivering newspapers for the East Whittier Review, and made between $8 and $9 a month which in the day of nickel candy bars and dime soda was not bad. L.J. was an altar boy for St. Gregory the Great Parish. Mass was in Latin then and the altar boy had to know the responses because the altar boy spoke for the people. He served mass at 6:30 AM almost every day for 4 years. He served at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotions on Wednesday nights, Station of the Cross on Friday during Lent, weddings, which were always good for a tip, and funerals which were grim affairs.L.J. attended St. Paul High School in Santa Fe Springs, CA, and was an offensive lineman for the St Paul Swordsmen Football Team. He attended Rio Hondo Community College in Whittier, California and continued to play football as an offensive lineman at the college level and earned his two year degree.He transferred to University of San Francisco for a year, where he also played football. During his college years, L.J. coached basketball at St Gregory Parish, and coached youth baseball for the maverick little league in Whittier.Around 1974-1975 L.J. enrolled at California State University at Humboldt (CSHU) (Humboldt State) in an attempt to finish his degree but needed to earn money to pay for it. He went job hunting to earn enough money to go back to College, and through connections with friends he moved to Denver, Colorado seeking employment. Through a job service in Denver, Colorado, L.J was offered a job on the Burlington Northern Railroad in Upton, Wyoming. He took the job, worked in the bunk cars, became a camp tender, and gradually came to realize that he thought working on the railroad was a ton of fun.L.J. returned to Humboldt State for winter quarter 1975 and while studying at Humboldt State he met and began a relationship with Linda Jean Moore, who was also attending Humboldt State. L.J. and Linda continued correspondence for several years while L.J. was alternately attending college and working for the railroad in Wyoming and Nebraska. L.J. eventually gave up the idea of finishing his degree at Humboldt State, in favor of the steady income, physical work and everyday problem-solving of the railroad. Linda chose to follow him out to Nebraska, and they married in 1979 in Crawford.L.J. worked for Burlington Northern, which eventually became Burlington Northern – Santa Fe, and then BNSF, for about 35 years. He built track across eastern Wyoming and Western Nebraska, became foreman of a bunk car gang, and eventually a Roadmaster and finally a track inspector. Between 1979 and 1985 L.J. and Linda spent time living in Crawford, Nebraska, Wymore, Nebraska, and St. Joseph, Missouri.In 1986, due to a reorganization of the railroad around St. Joseph, L.J.’s job was eliminated, and the railroad offered him a choice of transfer locations. L.J. and Linda chose to move back to Crawford Nebraska, because Crawford was where he had the most fun in his previous detours. They purchased a house on Fourth Street, and soon after conceived a son, Timothy Paul Moloney, who was born on January 2, 1987.L.J. loved being a father and he was a great fit for the role. He was big, strong, only a little bit dirty, gruff but gentle, coarse yet caring, a firm hand and he knew how to challenge a person just enough to make them grow. He was a child’s dream as a father, he always had time, he would always make time, and he was very much the man of the house.Crawford was his vision of paradise, and he worked hard to serve his community. He headed the Crawford Baseball Association for about a decade between 1990 and 2000, arranged construction of new baseball fields after the 1991 flood damaged the old fields, and coached teams in the local league and traveled to regional tournaments. He coached 5 th and 6 th grade basketball for several years. He became Mayor of Crawford in 1994 and served 3 terms. During his time as mayor he arranged major upgrades to the city water system and sanitary treatment facility. L.J. retired from the railroad in 2010 and spent the final decade of his life traveling with his wife, spending time with his grandchildren, and watching sports on TV and live. One of his favorite trips was to go to spring training in Arizona.He passed at home on the evening May 13 th , 2022. He is survived by his wife Linda (neé Moore), son Tim Moloney with his wife Claire, and grandchildren Ceci, Silas and Sage. Also by his sister Mary Moloney and brothers Jim (wife Marcia), GP (wife Ameé), Michael (wife Kathie), and Ed, plus their progeny.A funeral service for LJ Moloney will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Crawford at 2 PM on Tuesday, May 24th. There will also be a Rosary service dedicated to LJ at 6 PM on Monday, May 23rd.Donations in LJ’s memory may be made to the Crawford Baseball Association or to St. John’s Catholic Church in Crawford. Memorials can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Lawrence Joseph Moloney, Jr (L.J. Moloney)  (1949 - 2022)

&nbsp; Dr. George A. Hofmann, 84, of Johnston, IA, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, at this home. George was born March 24, 1938, in Burlington, IA, son of Chauncey Conrad and Vera Ione (Cranston) Hofmann. He moved with his family to Alliance, NE where he attended school and later Chadron State University where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree. He furthered his education at Colorado State University where he finished his school to become a Veterinarian. On June 25, 1961, he was married to Jean Nora Braddock and they lived in Fort Collins, CO. George was employed by the USDA as a Meat Inspector. He also worked with the Horse Protection Program, monitoring Puppy Mills and after retirement worked for Hy-Vee. In his free time he enjoyed raising Homing Pigeons and he received many awards through the years. He also enjoyed hunting, training his German Short Hair's, and working in his well-maintained orchard growing peaches, apples, pears, and a huge garden. He was preceded in death by his parents Chauncey and Vera, two sisters, Betty Grace and Mary Elliott. He is survived by his wife Jean, four children, Lynette (Louis) Gornick of Papillion, NE, Sharon (Larry Ludwig) Hofmann of Johnston, IA, Wayne Hofmann of Grimes and Kathy Hofmann of Altoona, IA, three grandchildren, Jessica Ludwig, Parker and Ashley Gornick, two great grandchildren, Michael and Gunner Ludwig. A brother Wayne (Janice) Hofmann of Cornville, AZ. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 12:30 p.m. at Iles Brandt's Funeral Home in Dallas Center on Friday, May 20, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Dr. George A. Hofmann, 84, of Johnston, IA, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, at this home. George was born March 24, 1938, in Burlington, IA, son of Chauncey Conrad and Vera Ione (Cranston) Hofmann. He moved with his family to Alliance, NE where he attended school and later Chadron State University where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree. He furthered his education at Colorado State University where he finished his school to become a Veterinarian. On June 25, 1961, he was married to Jean Nora Braddock and they lived in Fort Collins, CO. George was employed by the USDA as a Meat Inspector. He also worked with the Horse Protection Program, monitoring Puppy Mills and after retirement worked for Hy-Vee. In his free time he enjoyed raising Homing Pigeons and he received many awards through the years. He also enjoyed hunting, training his German Short Hair's, and working in his well-maintained orchard growing peaches, apples, pears, and a huge garden. He was preceded in death by his parents Chauncey and Vera, two sisters, Betty Grace and Mary Elliott. He is survived by his wife Jean, four children, Lynette (Louis) Gornick of Papillion, NE, Sharon (Larry Ludwig) Hofmann of Johnston, IA, Wayne Hofmann of Grimes and Kathy Hofmann of Altoona, IA, three grandchildren, Jessica Ludwig, Parker and Ashley Gornick, two great grandchildren, Michael and Gunner Ludwig. A brother Wayne (Janice) Hofmann of Cornville, AZ. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 12:30 p.m. at Iles Brandt's Funeral Home in Dallas Center on Friday, May 20, 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dr. George A. Hofmann (1938 - 2022)

Perry Allen Beguin was born to Hank and Aggie Beguin in Rushville, Nebraska on April 25, 1946.&nbsp; He went to be with the Lord and his son Brent on May 6, 2022.&nbsp; He grew up on the Beguin ranch 20 miles south of Rushville and was the youngest of four boys, Blake, Blayne, and Jerry.&nbsp; He loved the Sandhills and the country way of life.&nbsp; You can take the boy out of the country, but not the country out of the boy.&nbsp;

He graduated from Rushville High School in 1964.&nbsp; He attended Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Education from Peru State College in Peru, Nebraska.&nbsp;

He was married to Verona Stephens on June 2, 1968.&nbsp; To that union a son, Brent Allen, was born in 1971.&nbsp; Shawn Henry was born in 1979 and Tina Marie was born in 1982.&nbsp; He was a loving, devoted family man.&nbsp; Friends and family knew him as a caring, kind, humble, and gentle man.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor once you got to know him and he never lost that.&nbsp;

Perry worked for the Production Credit in Scottsbluff and Chadron Nebraska, and took a transfer to Pendleton, Oregon.&nbsp; He also worked in the banking business both in Nebraska and South Dakota. While in Chadron he and his wife sponsored the CSC rodeo team, taking many road trips with those college kids.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was the Budget Officer and Rodeo Coach for Eastern Oregon State in LaGrande, Oregon.&nbsp; One of the highlights for Perry was being chosen as the National Faculty President for the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association for the 1993-94 school year.&nbsp; He retired from his own Real Estate Appraisal Business in 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Horses were always a part of his life.&nbsp; In High School he tried every rodeo event. &nbsp;In College he was the Calf Roping Champion for the Central Plains Collegiate Rodeo Champion in 1971. &nbsp;&nbsp;After college he began team roping, first as a heeler, and eventually as a header.&nbsp; After retirement he was able to spend some time roping in Arizona in the winter.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was active in Rotary until his illness and was once awarded the annual Outstanding Rotary Member Award as well as the Distinguished Service Paul Harris Fellow Award.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a regular church attendant and served as a Deacon in Chadron, Nebraska and Spearfish, South Dakota.&nbsp; He was a member of Connection Church in Belle Fourche, South Dakota and he knew the Lord as his personal savior.&nbsp;

Perry was preceded in death by his mother Agnes (Aggie) and his father Jules Henry (Hank), son Brent, brothers Blake and Blayne, his sister-in-law Myrna, and his nephew Clint.

He is survived by his wife Verona, his son Shawn, and his daughter Tina Van Kley (Nick), his 3 granddaughters Carmen, Ariyana, and Ida, and his grandson Sidney, his brother Jerry (Karen), sisters-in-law Mary Jean and Judy, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 26 at the Connection Church (former Mountain View Baptist at exit 12) in Spearfish, South Dakota with a grave side service taking place on Friday at 1 p.m. &nbsp;in Rushville, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Phoenix, Arizona or Hospice.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Funeral Home, Box 970, Chadron, Nebraska 69337.&nbsp;

Honorary Pallbearers:&nbsp; Dick Lesher, Larry Miller, Al Setera, Roger Whorton, Tom Willnerd, Andy Beguin, Rex Beguin, Doug Johnson, and Michael Schadegg.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Perry Allen Beguin was born to Hank and Aggie Beguin in Rushville, Nebraska on April 25, 1946.&nbsp; He went to be with the Lord and his son Brent on May 6, 2022.&nbsp; He grew up on the Beguin ranch 20 miles south of Rushville and was the youngest of four boys, Blake, Blayne, and Jerry.&nbsp; He loved the Sandhills and the country way of life.&nbsp; You can take the boy out of the country, but not the country out of the boy.&nbsp;He graduated from Rushville High School in 1964.&nbsp; He attended Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Education from Peru State College in Peru, Nebraska.&nbsp;He was married to Verona Stephens on June 2, 1968.&nbsp; To that union a son, Brent Allen, was born in 1971.&nbsp; Shawn Henry was born in 1979 and Tina Marie was born in 1982.&nbsp; He was a loving, devoted family man.&nbsp; Friends and family knew him as a caring, kind, humble, and gentle man.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor once you got to know him and he never lost that.&nbsp;Perry worked for the Production Credit in Scottsbluff and Chadron Nebraska, and took a transfer to Pendleton, Oregon.&nbsp; He also worked in the banking business both in Nebraska and South Dakota. While in Chadron he and his wife sponsored the CSC rodeo team, taking many road trips with those college kids.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was the Budget Officer and Rodeo Coach for Eastern Oregon State in LaGrande, Oregon.&nbsp; One of the highlights for Perry was being chosen as the National Faculty President for the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association for the 1993-94 school year.&nbsp; He retired from his own Real Estate Appraisal Business in 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;Horses were always a part of his life.&nbsp; In High School he tried every rodeo event. &nbsp;In College he was the Calf Roping Champion for the Central Plains Collegiate Rodeo Champion in 1971. &nbsp;&nbsp;After college he began team roping, first as a heeler, and eventually as a header.&nbsp; After retirement he was able to spend some time roping in Arizona in the winter.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was active in Rotary until his illness and was once awarded the annual Outstanding Rotary Member Award as well as the Distinguished Service Paul Harris Fellow Award.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a regular church attendant and served as a Deacon in Chadron, Nebraska and Spearfish, South Dakota.&nbsp; He was a member of Connection Church in Belle Fourche, South Dakota and he knew the Lord as his personal savior.&nbsp;Perry was preceded in death by his mother Agnes (Aggie) and his father Jules Henry (Hank), son Brent, brothers Blake and Blayne, his sister-in-law Myrna, and his nephew Clint.He is survived by his wife Verona, his son Shawn, and his daughter Tina Van Kley (Nick), his 3 granddaughters Carmen, Ariyana, and Ida, and his grandson Sidney, his brother Jerry (Karen), sisters-in-law Mary Jean and Judy, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 26 at the Connection Church (former Mountain View Baptist at exit 12) in Spearfish, South Dakota with a grave side service taking place on Friday at 1 p.m. &nbsp;in Rushville, Nebraska.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Phoenix, Arizona or Hospice.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Funeral Home, Box 970, Chadron, Nebraska 69337.&nbsp;Honorary Pallbearers:&nbsp; Dick Lesher, Larry Miller, Al Setera, Roger Whorton, Tom Willnerd, Andy Beguin, Rex Beguin, Doug Johnson, and Michael Schadegg.&nbsp;

Perry Allen Beguin (1946 - 2022)

Bobbie Jo Lantinen, 51, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Friday, May 13, 2022. &nbsp;

She was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota on March 24, 1971 to Michael R. and Fay L. (Wagner) Lantinen.

Bobbie lived many places and worked a lot of different jobs throughout her life, mostly in retail. She had a smile for everyone she met and enjoyed visiting with customers. She liked gardening and always had a house full of plants.

She loved her longtime boyfriend Dale Jeske, Jr., her family, and friends. She also loved their fur baby cats, Tigger, Trouble and Monster, and their German Shepard Fargo. &nbsp; Her nieces will never forget their fun loving Aunt Bobbie and all the sleepover dance parties they used to have.&nbsp;

She is survived by her boyfriend, Dale Jeske of Alliance; her father, Mike Lantinen of Alliance; her sister, Jennifer (Jesse) Agler of Hay Springs; her nieces, Katelin Agler, and Ashley (Garrett) Weyers, and her nephew, Jaxon Agler, all of Hay Springs.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandmother, Bernadine Wagner of Grand Rapids, MN and her grandmother, Doris Jelen of Hibbing, MN; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Fay Lantinen, who she loved dearly, her uncle, Allen Wagner, and her grandfathers, Reino Lantinen and Jim Wagner.

Cremation has taken place and no memorial services are immediately planned.

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 </figure>Bobbie Jo Lantinen, 51, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Friday, May 13, 2022. &nbsp;She was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota on March 24, 1971 to Michael R. and Fay L. (Wagner) Lantinen.Bobbie lived many places and worked a lot of different jobs throughout her life, mostly in retail. She had a smile for everyone she met and enjoyed visiting with customers. She liked gardening and always had a house full of plants.She loved her longtime boyfriend Dale Jeske, Jr., her family, and friends. She also loved their fur baby cats, Tigger, Trouble and Monster, and their German Shepard Fargo. &nbsp; Her nieces will never forget their fun loving Aunt Bobbie and all the sleepover dance parties they used to have.&nbsp;She is survived by her boyfriend, Dale Jeske of Alliance; her father, Mike Lantinen of Alliance; her sister, Jennifer (Jesse) Agler of Hay Springs; her nieces, Katelin Agler, and Ashley (Garrett) Weyers, and her nephew, Jaxon Agler, all of Hay Springs.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandmother, Bernadine Wagner of Grand Rapids, MN and her grandmother, Doris Jelen of Hibbing, MN; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her mother, Fay Lantinen, who she loved dearly, her uncle, Allen Wagner, and her grandfathers, Reino Lantinen and Jim Wagner.Cremation has taken place and no memorial services are immediately planned.

Bobbie Jo Lantinen (1971 - 2022)

Services for Anna Ingrid Schild of Rapid City, SD took place Wednesday, May 11, 2022&nbsp;at Bethlehem Lutheran&nbsp;Church in Rapid City, SD. Inurnment took place at Mt. View Cemetery also in Rapid City, SD.

Anna Ingrid Schild of Rapid City, SD, was called home on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.&nbsp; Anna was born to Larry and Susan Forsstrom on May 6, 1971, in Lincoln, NE.

Anna grew up in Alliance, NE, and received an undergraduate degree in criminal justice from Chadron State.&nbsp; She received her teaching degree in special education from Wayne State College.&nbsp; While earning her degrees, Anna worked in group homes for special needs children.&nbsp; Once receiving her special education degree, Anna taught at the Nebraska Home for Boys.&nbsp; In 2001, Anna and her family moved to Rapid City, SD, where Anna took a teaching position working in Special Education at Steven’s High School for the next twenty years.&nbsp; While teaching at Steven’s, Anna continued her education, obtaining her Master’s Degree at the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, MN.

Anna met Glen Schild, who would become the love of her life, in 1992.&nbsp; The couple married in 1993.&nbsp; In 1997, Glen and Anna welcomed their firstborn, Nathan.&nbsp; In 2001, their family grew after the birth of their son Jacob.&nbsp; Anna loved being a mother and devoted herself to providing an amazing childhood for her children.&nbsp; Anna was a loving and supportive wife to her husband, Glen.&nbsp; Anna cherished her family and naturally took on the nurturing caregiver role.

Anna had a passion for special needs children and made it her life’s work to ensure her students knew they were loved and valued.&nbsp; Anna was a selfless person who loved with her whole heart.&nbsp; If Anna could find a way to help someone in need, she would.&nbsp; Anna left an impact on the everyday moments of life.

Anna is survived by her husband, Glen Schild; sons, Nathan (Aubrey Knapp) Schild and Jacob (Samantha Simmons) Schild; aunt, Sharon Griffith; brothers-in-law, Lynn (Stephanie) Schild and Vernon (Joyce) Schild; sister-in-law, Cindi (Dan) Conner; and many family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Susan Forsstrom; grandmother, Anna Forsstrom; in-laws, Ray and Dorris Schild; and brother-in-law, Paul Schild.

Memorial visitation will be at Kirk Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial service will be at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Luncheon will follow at the church and inurnment will be at 12:30 at Mt. View Cemetery.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of Anna to The Front Porch Coalition, Rapid City, SD.

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 </figure>Services for Anna Ingrid Schild of Rapid City, SD took place Wednesday, May 11, 2022&nbsp;at Bethlehem Lutheran&nbsp;Church in Rapid City, SD. Inurnment took place at Mt. View Cemetery also in Rapid City, SD.Anna Ingrid Schild of Rapid City, SD, was called home on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.&nbsp; Anna was born to Larry and Susan Forsstrom on May 6, 1971, in Lincoln, NE.Anna grew up in Alliance, NE, and received an undergraduate degree in criminal justice from Chadron State.&nbsp; She received her teaching degree in special education from Wayne State College.&nbsp; While earning her degrees, Anna worked in group homes for special needs children.&nbsp; Once receiving her special education degree, Anna taught at the Nebraska Home for Boys.&nbsp; In 2001, Anna and her family moved to Rapid City, SD, where Anna took a teaching position working in Special Education at Steven’s High School for the next twenty years.&nbsp; While teaching at Steven’s, Anna continued her education, obtaining her Master’s Degree at the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, MN.Anna met Glen Schild, who would become the love of her life, in 1992.&nbsp; The couple married in 1993.&nbsp; In 1997, Glen and Anna welcomed their firstborn, Nathan.&nbsp; In 2001, their family grew after the birth of their son Jacob.&nbsp; Anna loved being a mother and devoted herself to providing an amazing childhood for her children.&nbsp; Anna was a loving and supportive wife to her husband, Glen.&nbsp; Anna cherished her family and naturally took on the nurturing caregiver role.Anna had a passion for special needs children and made it her life’s work to ensure her students knew they were loved and valued.&nbsp; Anna was a selfless person who loved with her whole heart.&nbsp; If Anna could find a way to help someone in need, she would.&nbsp; Anna left an impact on the everyday moments of life.Anna is survived by her husband, Glen Schild; sons, Nathan (Aubrey Knapp) Schild and Jacob (Samantha Simmons) Schild; aunt, Sharon Griffith; brothers-in-law, Lynn (Stephanie) Schild and Vernon (Joyce) Schild; sister-in-law, Cindi (Dan) Conner; and many family members and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Susan Forsstrom; grandmother, Anna Forsstrom; in-laws, Ray and Dorris Schild; and brother-in-law, Paul Schild.Memorial visitation will be at Kirk Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial service will be at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Luncheon will follow at the church and inurnment will be at 12:30 at Mt. View Cemetery.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of Anna to The Front Porch Coalition, Rapid City, SD.

Anna Ingrid Schild (1971 - 2022)

Michael L. Mees, 74, died Friday, May 13, 2022 at Box Butte General Hospital.

He was born May 20, 1947 in Fairbury, Nebraska to Merlen John and Corene Nadene (Huss) Mees.

He married Sondra S. Joe on July 5, 1975 in Elko, Nevada.&nbsp; Together they moved from Fairbury to Alliance where he worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway.&nbsp; Mike worked for the railroad for more than thirty years before his retirement.

He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, or tinkering around the house.&nbsp; Mike was always a helping hand to anyone who needed it and also cared for many stray animals.&nbsp; He volunteered at the Alliance Senior Center, RSVP, and also helped in delivering Meals on Wheels.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Wade and Julie Mees of Deshler, Nebraska; his step-children and their spouses, Dean and Sue Fox of Fairbury, Donovan and Connie Fox of Fairbury, and Pamela Watson of Greeley, CO.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Karen Roskilly of Fairbury and Carolyn and Donald Junker of Beatrice.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, 2 brothers and his step-daughter.

Memorial services will be held Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi will officiate.

Memorials may be sent in care of the family for a future designation to, Mr. Wade Mees,&nbsp;P.O. Box 39, Deshler, Nebraska, 68340.

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

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 </figure>Michael L. Mees, 74, died Friday, May 13, 2022 at Box Butte General Hospital.He was born May 20, 1947 in Fairbury, Nebraska to Merlen John and Corene Nadene (Huss) Mees.He married Sondra S. Joe on July 5, 1975 in Elko, Nevada.&nbsp; Together they moved from Fairbury to Alliance where he worked for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway.&nbsp; Mike worked for the railroad for more than thirty years before his retirement.He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, or tinkering around the house.&nbsp; Mike was always a helping hand to anyone who needed it and also cared for many stray animals.&nbsp; He volunteered at the Alliance Senior Center, RSVP, and also helped in delivering Meals on Wheels.He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Wade and Julie Mees of Deshler, Nebraska; his step-children and their spouses, Dean and Sue Fox of Fairbury, Donovan and Connie Fox of Fairbury, and Pamela Watson of Greeley, CO.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Karen Roskilly of Fairbury and Carolyn and Donald Junker of Beatrice.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, 2 brothers and his step-daughter.Memorial services will be held Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi will officiate.Memorials may be sent in care of the family for a future designation to, Mr. Wade Mees,&nbsp;P.O. Box 39, Deshler, Nebraska, 68340.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Michael L. Mees (1947 - 2022)

Shawn Everett Juhnke, 51, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Livingston, Montana, on April 30, 2022.

Shawn was the loving son born to Gail and David Juhnke on August 17, 1970, in Livingston.&nbsp; He graduated in 1990 after going back to school to get his GED.&nbsp; He worked for the BNSF in Alliance, NE, while married to Penny Thomsen. They were blessed with two children, Christian and Caitlin, and later divorced.&nbsp; While still in Alliance, Shawn married Christine Hoppes. They later moved to Montana where he worked for the mine and later became a police officer in Columbus, MT.&nbsp; Shawn and Christine were blessed with two children, Saige and Kelsey Juhnke, and later divorced.

Shawn really enjoyed being a police officer, followed by becoming a corrections officer in Miles City, MT. Following an on the job injury, he moved to Livingston to be closer to family.&nbsp; His passions were his guns, his love for his country, his tattoos - each and every one symbolizing the man he was and had become - his Lord and Savior, and his family.&nbsp; Family meant the world to him and he would never go a day without saying, “I love you”.&nbsp; Shawn…We Love You!

Shawn is survived by his four children; his parents; sister, Rachel (Tim) Dailey; brother, Brandon (Nicole) Juhnke; half-sisters, Tammy (Gustavo) Herrera, and Christina (Jake) Nelson; half-brothers Bryan (Tracy) Meloccara, Josh (Carrie) McGee and John (Linnea) McGee; 4 grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that meant the world to him.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to an organization that advocates for Pit Bulls, or an animal shelter of your choice.

Services will be scheduled at a later date. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>Shawn Everett Juhnke, 51, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Livingston, Montana, on April 30, 2022.Shawn was the loving son born to Gail and David Juhnke on August 17, 1970, in Livingston.&nbsp; He graduated in 1990 after going back to school to get his GED.&nbsp; He worked for the BNSF in Alliance, NE, while married to Penny Thomsen. They were blessed with two children, Christian and Caitlin, and later divorced.&nbsp; While still in Alliance, Shawn married Christine Hoppes. They later moved to Montana where he worked for the mine and later became a police officer in Columbus, MT.&nbsp; Shawn and Christine were blessed with two children, Saige and Kelsey Juhnke, and later divorced.Shawn really enjoyed being a police officer, followed by becoming a corrections officer in Miles City, MT. Following an on the job injury, he moved to Livingston to be closer to family.&nbsp; His passions were his guns, his love for his country, his tattoos - each and every one symbolizing the man he was and had become - his Lord and Savior, and his family.&nbsp; Family meant the world to him and he would never go a day without saying, “I love you”.&nbsp; Shawn…We Love You!Shawn is survived by his four children; his parents; sister, Rachel (Tim) Dailey; brother, Brandon (Nicole) Juhnke; half-sisters, Tammy (Gustavo) Herrera, and Christina (Jake) Nelson; half-brothers Bryan (Tracy) Meloccara, Josh (Carrie) McGee and John (Linnea) McGee; 4 grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that meant the world to him.In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to an organization that advocates for Pit Bulls, or an animal shelter of your choice.Services will be scheduled at a later date. Franzen-Davis Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.

Shawn Everett Juhnke (1970 - 2022)

Rita Jean Serna Ash, 64, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at her home in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp;

She was born December 14, 1957 in Hardin, Montana to Guadalupe and Ninfa (Jimenez) Serna.

She married Jon Ash on April 24, 1976 in Sheridan, Wyoming.

Rita devoted her life to her family and helping anyone who needed it. She was known throughout the community as Mama Rita. Her greatest pastime was music, whether it was playing, listening or singing. She will be missed by many.

She is survived by her husband, Jon Ash of Alliance; her children, Joni Ash of Alliance and Fernando and Heather Ash of Hemingford; seven grandchildren, Trevor and Brittany Benge of Axtell, Tanner and Ashley Benge of Kearney, Kamryn Ash of Hemingford, Moses Ash of Alliance, Zachary and Melanie Kobza of Beatrice, Kaylob Kobza of Lincoln, and Bella Ash of Torrington, WY; three great-grandchildren, Jasper Dean Haak of Casper, WY, Asher Randolph of Hemingford, and Quinton Benge of Axtell.&nbsp; She is also survived by her five siblings, Marty (Jim) Feldhaus of Columbus, NE, Guadalupe (Laurie) Serna of Dallas, TX, Delia Sees of Sheridan WY, Alicia Cassell of Fort Collins, CO, and Fernando (Millie) Serna of Sheridan, WY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Juan Serna, her nephew Robert Alley and her son Jerry Ash.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at the Bates-Gould Chapel on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association,&nbsp;P.O. Box 840692, Dallas Texas, 75284.

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 </figure>Rita Jean Serna Ash, 64, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at her home in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp;She was born December 14, 1957 in Hardin, Montana to Guadalupe and Ninfa (Jimenez) Serna.She married Jon Ash on April 24, 1976 in Sheridan, Wyoming.Rita devoted her life to her family and helping anyone who needed it. She was known throughout the community as Mama Rita. Her greatest pastime was music, whether it was playing, listening or singing. She will be missed by many.She is survived by her husband, Jon Ash of Alliance; her children, Joni Ash of Alliance and Fernando and Heather Ash of Hemingford; seven grandchildren, Trevor and Brittany Benge of Axtell, Tanner and Ashley Benge of Kearney, Kamryn Ash of Hemingford, Moses Ash of Alliance, Zachary and Melanie Kobza of Beatrice, Kaylob Kobza of Lincoln, and Bella Ash of Torrington, WY; three great-grandchildren, Jasper Dean Haak of Casper, WY, Asher Randolph of Hemingford, and Quinton Benge of Axtell.&nbsp; She is also survived by her five siblings, Marty (Jim) Feldhaus of Columbus, NE, Guadalupe (Laurie) Serna of Dallas, TX, Delia Sees of Sheridan WY, Alicia Cassell of Fort Collins, CO, and Fernando (Millie) Serna of Sheridan, WY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Juan Serna, her nephew Robert Alley and her son Jerry Ash.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at the Bates-Gould Chapel on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association,&nbsp;P.O. Box 840692, Dallas Texas, 75284.

Rita Jean Serna Ash (1957 - 2022)

Albert J. Soto, Sr., 93, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away on May 10, 2022.&nbsp;

Albert was born June 16, 1928 to Concepcion and Ysabel (Ayala) Soto.&nbsp; Albert was one of five children.

On August 19, 1950, Albert was united in marriage to Margaret E. Vera of Bayard, Nebraska and to that union they had two children, Albert Soto, Jr. and Sandra Soto-Mortaro.&nbsp;

During Albert’s years in Alliance, after having lost his father at a very young age, he had to find employment in order to provide for the family and eventually became employed with the Burlington Northern Railroad.&nbsp; After his retirement from the railroad he enjoyed spending time gardening, meticulously tending to his yard, visiting his grandchildren and visiting old railroad buddies.&nbsp; Albert was particularly adept at fixing things and was an avid learner of construction. As devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, he held strong to his faith and regularly attended mass at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

Albert’s survivors include his wife, Margaret; son, Albert Soto, Jr.; daughter, Sandra (Peter) Mortaro, grandchildren, Anton, Eric (Dana), Koren (Troy) and Jill (Chris) , and great grandchildren, Molly, Kady, Liam, Cameron, Gabriella and Tristan; sister, Margaret Sanchez of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and brother, Alfred (Jayne) Soto, of Cheyenne, Wyoming;&nbsp; brother-in-laws Tomas Vera of Tucson, &nbsp;Arizona and Ernest (Lucille) Vera of Bayard, Nebraska, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Albert was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Helen Vallejo and Marie Vallejo and family friend, Pilar Vasquez and Pilar’s daughter, Rosie (Vasquez) Arouchon.

Special thanks and blessings to the ministers of the church, friends and extended family members who visited and helped them during the transitions they had to endure.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at Holy Rosary Church on Monday, May 16 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church or St. Agnes Academy.

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 </figure>Albert J. Soto, Sr., 93, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away on May 10, 2022.&nbsp;Albert was born June 16, 1928 to Concepcion and Ysabel (Ayala) Soto.&nbsp; Albert was one of five children.On August 19, 1950, Albert was united in marriage to Margaret E. Vera of Bayard, Nebraska and to that union they had two children, Albert Soto, Jr. and Sandra Soto-Mortaro.&nbsp;During Albert’s years in Alliance, after having lost his father at a very young age, he had to find employment in order to provide for the family and eventually became employed with the Burlington Northern Railroad.&nbsp; After his retirement from the railroad he enjoyed spending time gardening, meticulously tending to his yard, visiting his grandchildren and visiting old railroad buddies.&nbsp; Albert was particularly adept at fixing things and was an avid learner of construction. As devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, he held strong to his faith and regularly attended mass at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.Albert’s survivors include his wife, Margaret; son, Albert Soto, Jr.; daughter, Sandra (Peter) Mortaro, grandchildren, Anton, Eric (Dana), Koren (Troy) and Jill (Chris) , and great grandchildren, Molly, Kady, Liam, Cameron, Gabriella and Tristan; sister, Margaret Sanchez of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and brother, Alfred (Jayne) Soto, of Cheyenne, Wyoming;&nbsp; brother-in-laws Tomas Vera of Tucson, &nbsp;Arizona and Ernest (Lucille) Vera of Bayard, Nebraska, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Albert was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Helen Vallejo and Marie Vallejo and family friend, Pilar Vasquez and Pilar’s daughter, Rosie (Vasquez) Arouchon.Special thanks and blessings to the ministers of the church, friends and extended family members who visited and helped them during the transitions they had to endure.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at Holy Rosary Church on Monday, May 16 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church or St. Agnes Academy.

Albert J. Soto, Sr. (1928 - 2022)

Johnny Glen Mundt, 85 of Alliance, Nebraska passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022 in Bridgeport, Nebraska.

His memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 10:00 am at the Alliance Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.

Johnny was born on September 22, 1936 in Alliance, Nebraska to Albert and Ella (Lance) Mundt. He attended school in Alliance, graduating from Alliance High School.

He married Marci in 1962 and made their home on the family farm. They had four children Deborah, Brad, Kari and Cory. They were all raised on the family farm west of Berea. After Marci passed in 1989, Johnny and his son Cory moved to Alliance. He loved to be out doors, hunting, fishing, and farming. He loved to go for daily walks. He always loved to be around all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was always working and loved each of his jobs. Many times he would hold two to three jobs at a time. He loved taking the grandchildren out to the farm job to go riding in the tractors with him.

He worked for many farmers also worked for cleaning the railroad and also working for Keep Alliance Beautiful. Even with the many jobs he was working, he always found time for all the grandchildren. Anytime you would see him, he would always be talking to someone catching up with them.

Survivors include his brother Alvin Mundt; children Debora and Robyn Hall-Mundt, Kari and John Rebillet and Cory Mundt; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

His was preceded in death by his wife Marci, son Brad and numerous brothers and sisters.

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 </figure>Johnny Glen Mundt, 85 of Alliance, Nebraska passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022 in Bridgeport, Nebraska.His memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 10:00 am at the Alliance Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.Johnny was born on September 22, 1936 in Alliance, Nebraska to Albert and Ella (Lance) Mundt. He attended school in Alliance, graduating from Alliance High School.He married Marci in 1962 and made their home on the family farm. They had four children Deborah, Brad, Kari and Cory. They were all raised on the family farm west of Berea. After Marci passed in 1989, Johnny and his son Cory moved to Alliance. He loved to be out doors, hunting, fishing, and farming. He loved to go for daily walks. He always loved to be around all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.He was always working and loved each of his jobs. Many times he would hold two to three jobs at a time. He loved taking the grandchildren out to the farm job to go riding in the tractors with him.He worked for many farmers also worked for cleaning the railroad and also working for Keep Alliance Beautiful. Even with the many jobs he was working, he always found time for all the grandchildren. Anytime you would see him, he would always be talking to someone catching up with them.Survivors include his brother Alvin Mundt; children Debora and Robyn Hall-Mundt, Kari and John Rebillet and Cory Mundt; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.His was preceded in death by his wife Marci, son Brad and numerous brothers and sisters.

Johnny G. Mundt (1936 - 2022)

It is with a heavy heart and sad soul to report the passing of Will Leishman on April 25, 2022 at Alliance, NE. He will always be in our thoughts and memories, gone but never forgotten.

William Delmer “Will” Leishman was born March 6, 1974. Will started early life growing up at the family’s homestead ranch in Ellsworth, Nebraska with his Grandparent’s Delmer and Ada Leishman (both passed). He loved working with his Grandpa on the ranch and learned how to how to manage cattle on a ranch along with a very good work ethic.

He spent a year with his mother Debra (Kommers) Cheshire and step-father David Cheshire, while David was serving in the United States Air Force. These were a great time for the family, creating great memories in the Sicilian culture.

Will returned to the family ranch where he continued operations until he was in a significant auto accident leaving him severely disabled. He spent his final years at a care facility in Hemingford, Nebraska, where he passed away from unforeseen medical complications.

Will had a gregarious personality, always in for a good laugh or a good tease! Everyone was always welcome at his place for a cup of coffee or a beer. He had insurmountable stories that he enjoyed telling, which would end up with a laugh or smile.

He will be missed, but he is in a better place now surrounded by family with the ability to walk and run through the Nebraska Sandhills which he truly loved.

He is survived by his mother , Debra Cheshire, his father ,&nbsp; Randy Leishman, his stepfather, David Cheshire,&nbsp; his sisters,&nbsp; Brandi Wonacott and her husband Andrew Wonacott and Cristy Romero and her husband Riley Romero and his brother , Clint Leishman.

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 </figure>It is with a heavy heart and sad soul to report the passing of Will Leishman on April 25, 2022 at Alliance, NE. He will always be in our thoughts and memories, gone but never forgotten.William Delmer “Will” Leishman was born March 6, 1974. Will started early life growing up at the family’s homestead ranch in Ellsworth, Nebraska with his Grandparent’s Delmer and Ada Leishman (both passed). He loved working with his Grandpa on the ranch and learned how to how to manage cattle on a ranch along with a very good work ethic.He spent a year with his mother Debra (Kommers) Cheshire and step-father David Cheshire, while David was serving in the United States Air Force. These were a great time for the family, creating great memories in the Sicilian culture.Will returned to the family ranch where he continued operations until he was in a significant auto accident leaving him severely disabled. He spent his final years at a care facility in Hemingford, Nebraska, where he passed away from unforeseen medical complications.Will had a gregarious personality, always in for a good laugh or a good tease! Everyone was always welcome at his place for a cup of coffee or a beer. He had insurmountable stories that he enjoyed telling, which would end up with a laugh or smile.He will be missed, but he is in a better place now surrounded by family with the ability to walk and run through the Nebraska Sandhills which he truly loved.He is survived by his mother , Debra Cheshire, his father ,&nbsp; Randy Leishman, his stepfather, David Cheshire,&nbsp; his sisters,&nbsp; Brandi Wonacott and her husband Andrew Wonacott and Cristy Romero and her husband Riley Romero and his brother , Clint Leishman.

William Delmer 'Will' Leishman (1974 - 2022)

Gary Leroy Butler was born May 19th, 1940, to James and Madeline Butler in Chadron, NE. When he was only five years old, his mother passed away and he went to live with his paternal grandparents, T.J. and Grace Butler in Chadron, Nebraska. Gary grew up working in their large garden with his grandmother and grandfather. A trout stream ran through their farm, so Gary had an early start for his love of fishing.

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 </figure>Gary Leroy Butler was born May 19th, 1940, to James and Madeline Butler in Chadron, NE. When he was only five years old, his mother passed away and he went to live with his paternal grandparents, T.J. and Grace Butler in Chadron, Nebraska. Gary grew up working in their large garden with his grandmother and grandfather. A trout stream ran through their farm, so Gary had an early start for his love of fishing.Gary graduated from Chadron High School in 1958, where he was a star quarterback for the football team.He joined the U.S. Navy and served from 1960-1964 before returning to Nebraska, where he worked and attended Chadron College. He received a Master's Degree in School Administration. He married Shirley Johnson, a young widow with three little boys. Gary was a devoted father, raising Larry, Jerry and Gene along with the twins, Tim and Tara, who were born to his union with Shirley.Gary loved sports, serving as a coach at the high school in Agra, Kansas, where he taught business classes in addition to his coaching duties. later he began his banking career. He began at the Farmers National Bank in Agra, preceded to Rocky Ford, Colorado, then moving to Milan, Missouri, and Savannah, Missouri. Gary married Wilma Gower in the Methodist Church in Agra December 16. 1979. They enjoyed 42 years together. After his retirement in January of 2001, Gary and Wilma moved to a rural home by Trimble, Missouri, near Smithville Lake, where he could indulge full time in his passion for fishing. They joined the Methodist Church in Paradise and were active members there. Gary also enjoyed playing pool and sharing food at the Senior Center in Smithville.Gary passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Wilma; his sons Larry (Gail), Jerry, Gene (Danette), and Tim (Amy), and his daughter Tara. Other family members include eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, his brothers, Dale, Scott, Curt and Criss.His memory will be cherished by his many friends and family members.Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 14, at 10:30 a.m. in the West Cedar Cemetery with Rev. Rob Ernest officiating with Military Honors by the Agra American Legion.Memorial contributions may be made to the Paradise United Methodist Church or the Trimble, MO Fire Dept.

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