Ronald G. Surber, age 69, of Sidney, passed away in Sidney, NE on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Cremation has been held. Private family Inurnment will follow at a later date. You may view Ron’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Ron’s care and funeral arrangements. Ron was born in Sidney, Nebraska on June 16, 1953, to Clarence and Darlene (Weiss) Surber. He graduated from Sidney Public School in 1971. Upon returning to Sidney, Ron worked as a dispatcher for Cheyenne County and enjoyed playing golf during the summer months. Ron is survived by his brother, Larry and wife Kathy Surber of Gurley, NE; niece Chelsey Surber of Gurley, NE and nephew John Surber of Lodgepole, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Darlene, wife Sherry, and a brother Terry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald G. Surber, age 69, of Sidney, passed away in Sidney, NE on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Cremation has been held. Private family Inurnment will follow at a later date. You may view Ron’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Ron’s care and funeral arrangements. Ron was born in Sidney, Nebraska on June 16, 1953, to Clarence and Darlene (Weiss) Surber. He graduated from Sidney Public School in 1971. Upon returning to Sidney, Ron worked as a dispatcher for Cheyenne County and enjoyed playing golf during the summer months. Ron is survived by his brother, Larry and wife Kathy Surber of Gurley, NE; niece Chelsey Surber of Gurley, NE and nephew John Surber of Lodgepole, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Darlene, wife Sherry, and a brother Terry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ronald G. Surber (1953 - 2023)

Graveside Services for Naomi Lee Russell, 55 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Gordon City Cemetery in Gordon, Nebraska.

Naomi passed away on March 4, 2023 at Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She was born July 30, 1967 in Casper, Wyoming.

A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, Nebraska&nbsp; 69337.

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 </figure>Graveside Services for Naomi Lee Russell, 55 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Gordon City Cemetery in Gordon, Nebraska.Naomi passed away on March 4, 2023 at Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She was born July 30, 1967 in Casper, Wyoming.A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, Nebraska&nbsp; 69337.

Naomi Lee Russell (1967 - 2023)

Leo Fred Chubb was born on January 4, 1929, in rural Sioux County, Nebraska, on the family farm.&nbsp; His parents were Henry Fred and Mary Ellen (Saxton) Chubb.&nbsp; Leo passed away on March 20, 2023, at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE.

Leo attended Crawford Elementary School and graduated from Crawford High School.&nbsp; During his high school years he excelled in football, basketball and track.&nbsp; He often shared stories of Veteran’s Day football with rival school Chadron.&nbsp; He also held a high school high jump record for over 50 years at Crawford High School.

Following high school, Leo worked various jobs before entering the Army in 1951.&nbsp; He completed his basic training at Ft. Riley, Kansas.&nbsp; While on leave he married Iris June Miller on July 8, 1951.&nbsp; He returned to Ft. Riley and was then deployed to Korea as an MP.&nbsp; He was discharged in 1952 and returned to Crawford, NE. To this union, Leo and Iris and two children, Susan Kay born in August, 1959 and Barbara Gail in July, 1962.

Leo and Iris moved to Chadron where Leo attended Chadron State College and earned his Bachelor Degree in Education in May, 1958.&nbsp; After graduating, they moved to Valentine, NE where Leo began his 30-year teaching career with Valentine Public Schools.&nbsp; He taught many Valentine area students American History and coached football, basketball and track.&nbsp; He was principal of Valentine Middle School for many years as well.

During the early 1980s, he decided to try a new endeavor by opening Chubb’s Thom McCann Shoes on Main Street in Valentine.&nbsp; He and Iris enjoyed helping and visiting with many of their customers.&nbsp; After the shoe store closed he returned to teaching science at Valentine Middle School and retiring for good in 1992.

Leo spent his retirement years spending time with family and attending his grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; In his later years he enjoyed many airplane rides with his former student and friend, Bobby Carr.&nbsp; Leo especially enjoyed seeing the sandhills countryside and numerous sunsets.

Leo was preceded in death by his parents, wife Iris, brothers Cecil and Lyle Chubb, sister, Wanda Pelren and son-in-law Mark Custer.

He is survived by his sister, Ruby Newell of Indiana and daughters, Susan Custer of Alliance, NE, Barbara (Jim) Harms of Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Grandchildren Travis (Shantel) Lurz of Hyannis, NE; Brittany (Garrett) Schroeder of Grand Island, NE: John (Alicia) Harms of Valentine, NE; Heather (Kody) Mizner of Valentine, NE, Matthew Custer of Wichita, KS and Mitchell Custer of Manhattan, KS; Great grandchildren, Wade Lurz; William and Bennett Schroeder; Hunter, Kayleigh and Sophia Harms and Waylon Mizner.

Services were held Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Valentine Methodist Church.&nbsp; 

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, Nebraska, was entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Leo Fred Chubb was born on January 4, 1929, in rural Sioux County, Nebraska, on the family farm.&nbsp; His parents were Henry Fred and Mary Ellen (Saxton) Chubb.&nbsp; Leo passed away on March 20, 2023, at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE.Leo attended Crawford Elementary School and graduated from Crawford High School.&nbsp; During his high school years he excelled in football, basketball and track.&nbsp; He often shared stories of Veteran’s Day football with rival school Chadron.&nbsp; He also held a high school high jump record for over 50 years at Crawford High School.Following high school, Leo worked various jobs before entering the Army in 1951.&nbsp; He completed his basic training at Ft. Riley, Kansas.&nbsp; While on leave he married Iris June Miller on July 8, 1951.&nbsp; He returned to Ft. Riley and was then deployed to Korea as an MP.&nbsp; He was discharged in 1952 and returned to Crawford, NE. To this union, Leo and Iris and two children, Susan Kay born in August, 1959 and Barbara Gail in July, 1962.Leo and Iris moved to Chadron where Leo attended Chadron State College and earned his Bachelor Degree in Education in May, 1958.&nbsp; After graduating, they moved to Valentine, NE where Leo began his 30-year teaching career with Valentine Public Schools.&nbsp; He taught many Valentine area students American History and coached football, basketball and track.&nbsp; He was principal of Valentine Middle School for many years as well.During the early 1980s, he decided to try a new endeavor by opening Chubb’s Thom McCann Shoes on Main Street in Valentine.&nbsp; He and Iris enjoyed helping and visiting with many of their customers.&nbsp; After the shoe store closed he returned to teaching science at Valentine Middle School and retiring for good in 1992.Leo spent his retirement years spending time with family and attending his grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; In his later years he enjoyed many airplane rides with his former student and friend, Bobby Carr.&nbsp; Leo especially enjoyed seeing the sandhills countryside and numerous sunsets.Leo was preceded in death by his parents, wife Iris, brothers Cecil and Lyle Chubb, sister, Wanda Pelren and son-in-law Mark Custer.He is survived by his sister, Ruby Newell of Indiana and daughters, Susan Custer of Alliance, NE, Barbara (Jim) Harms of Valentine, NE.&nbsp; Grandchildren Travis (Shantel) Lurz of Hyannis, NE; Brittany (Garrett) Schroeder of Grand Island, NE: John (Alicia) Harms of Valentine, NE; Heather (Kody) Mizner of Valentine, NE, Matthew Custer of Wichita, KS and Mitchell Custer of Manhattan, KS; Great grandchildren, Wade Lurz; William and Bennett Schroeder; Hunter, Kayleigh and Sophia Harms and Waylon Mizner.Services were held Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine, Nebraska.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Valentine Methodist Church.&nbsp; Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, Nebraska, was entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leo Fred Chubb  (1929-2023)

Mary E. Sample, 71, passed away at her home in Minatare, NE on Sunday, March 26, 2023.

She was born on February 15, 1952 in Crawford, Nebraska.&nbsp; On August 30, 1970 she was united in marriage to Randy E. Sample at the United Methodist Church in Crawford.

Mary is survived by her daughter, DeEtte and husband, Dan Walters and grandsons, Cole (Danielle) Walters and Elijah Walters all of Hemingford.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters, Willetta Hamar of Crawford, Betty Calder of Lincoln, Danniece Stull of Morrill, NE, sister-in-law, Jean Riggs of Kearney and her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bernadene Halle of Cheyenne, WY, Connie (Rich) Stricker of Hemingford, Rick (Jean) Sample of Crawford, Rhonda (Dave) Swanson of Hemingford and Tammy (Gary) Griffee of Alliance, numerous nieces and nephews and her special friends, Georgia and Norman Ring of Minatare. Mary was a devoted wife, mother and Nana.&nbsp;

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Randy, her mother, Edith (Crile) Geary, her sister, Vida Anderson, her brothers, Garry Riggs and Frank Riggs, her brother-in-law, Gordon Stull, 2 nieces and 1 nephew.

She was a member of the Alliance Eagles Auxiliary.

Graveside services will be Thursday, March 30 at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp; at the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Minatare Melbeta Volunteer Fire Department or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

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 </figure>Mary E. Sample, 71, passed away at her home in Minatare, NE on Sunday, March 26, 2023.She was born on February 15, 1952 in Crawford, Nebraska.&nbsp; On August 30, 1970 she was united in marriage to Randy E. Sample at the United Methodist Church in Crawford.Mary is survived by her daughter, DeEtte and husband, Dan Walters and grandsons, Cole (Danielle) Walters and Elijah Walters all of Hemingford.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters, Willetta Hamar of Crawford, Betty Calder of Lincoln, Danniece Stull of Morrill, NE, sister-in-law, Jean Riggs of Kearney and her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bernadene Halle of Cheyenne, WY, Connie (Rich) Stricker of Hemingford, Rick (Jean) Sample of Crawford, Rhonda (Dave) Swanson of Hemingford and Tammy (Gary) Griffee of Alliance, numerous nieces and nephews and her special friends, Georgia and Norman Ring of Minatare. Mary was a devoted wife, mother and Nana.&nbsp;Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Randy, her mother, Edith (Crile) Geary, her sister, Vida Anderson, her brothers, Garry Riggs and Frank Riggs, her brother-in-law, Gordon Stull, 2 nieces and 1 nephew.She was a member of the Alliance Eagles Auxiliary.Graveside services will be Thursday, March 30 at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp; at the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Minatare Melbeta Volunteer Fire Department or to a charity of the donor’s choice.Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Mary E. Sample (1952 - 2023)

&nbsp;Shirley Jean Rothwell, 93, of Arthur, passed away Sunday, March 12th, 2023 at the Ogallala Community Hospital, after a brief illness.

She was born in Rapid City, SD of September 7th, 1929 to Charles and Eva "Polly" (Perrett) Coleman. Her father worked for the railroad so they moved often, finally settling in Alliance, NE, where she graduated from high school.

On November 6th, 1949, Shirley married William "Bill" James Rothwell at the Alliance Methodist Church. They lived on the family ranch, until their retirement in the early 1990's, when they moved to Arthur.

She was a member of the Hyannis UCC Church, Kings Daughters, and Eastern Star. Shirley attended the Arthur Baptist Church. She was a member of the Book club and the Bunko club, Legion Auxiliary Post 207, and the Arthur Village Hospitality Committee. She provided delicious salads, anytime she was called on to do so, that would feed a branding crew. She made salads for the Country Inn Restaurant for many years until it closed.&nbsp;

Her hobbies included playing pitch or gin rummy anytime with anybody! She usually could be found at the Arthur Bar playing cards. She embroidered tea towels for years, giving many away to family and friends. Shirley's gift of gardening was something she got from her father. Her annual flower beds and potted plants were admired by many. She did everything with enthusiasm and perfection.

Shirley is survived by; her son Robert (Terry) Rothwell of Arthur, NE; daughters Pam (Rick) Arrants of Alliance, NE, Polly Rothwell of Ogallala, NE, and Peggy (Matt) Jolovich of Cheyenne, WY; sister-in-law Phyllis Coleman of Casper, WY, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Her grandchildren; Bill (Ashlynn) Arrants of Houston, TX, Joe (Dani) Arrants of Sheridan, WY, Ryan Arrants of Alliance, NE, Kristi (Alex) McNair of Imperial, NE, Elizabeth Kitt Brown of Nashville, TN, Kallan (Lindee) Kitt of Grand Island, NE, Will (Amanda) Engell of McCook, NE, Mason (Chrissy) Rothwell of Naperville, IL, Whitney (Kailin) Rothwell of Edison,NE, Brenna (Troy) Hobson of Blair, NE, Abby (Aaron) Lozano of Laramie, WY, Ian (Maggie) Jolovich of Wheatland, WY, Christopher Jolovich of Jackson, WY, &nbsp;and Mattison (Zachary) Davis of Annapolis, MD. She has 28 great grandchildren, with another on the way. She has one great-great grandchild on the way as well.

She was proceeded in death by; her husband, son William D. Rothwell, grandson Theron D. Kitt, great grandson Oliver M. Hobson, and brother Robert Coleman.

Memorial Services will be Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. mountain time at the Arthur Baptist Church with Rev. Blake Wilkes officiating. A meal will follow services.

The family chose cremation. A private burial will be held at a later date at the Hyannis Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations can be sent to Arthur County - EMS, PO Box 187, Arthur NE 69121.

Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com. Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the "watch live" button.

Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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 </figure>&nbsp;Shirley Jean Rothwell, 93, of Arthur, passed away Sunday, March 12th, 2023 at the Ogallala Community Hospital, after a brief illness.She was born in Rapid City, SD of September 7th, 1929 to Charles and Eva "Polly" (Perrett) Coleman. Her father worked for the railroad so they moved often, finally settling in Alliance, NE, where she graduated from high school.On November 6th, 1949, Shirley married William "Bill" James Rothwell at the Alliance Methodist Church. They lived on the family ranch, until their retirement in the early 1990's, when they moved to Arthur.She was a member of the Hyannis UCC Church, Kings Daughters, and Eastern Star. Shirley attended the Arthur Baptist Church. She was a member of the Book club and the Bunko club, Legion Auxiliary Post 207, and the Arthur Village Hospitality Committee. She provided delicious salads, anytime she was called on to do so, that would feed a branding crew. She made salads for the Country Inn Restaurant for many years until it closed.&nbsp;Her hobbies included playing pitch or gin rummy anytime with anybody! She usually could be found at the Arthur Bar playing cards. She embroidered tea towels for years, giving many away to family and friends. Shirley's gift of gardening was something she got from her father. Her annual flower beds and potted plants were admired by many. She did everything with enthusiasm and perfection.Shirley is survived by; her son Robert (Terry) Rothwell of Arthur, NE; daughters Pam (Rick) Arrants of Alliance, NE, Polly Rothwell of Ogallala, NE, and Peggy (Matt) Jolovich of Cheyenne, WY; sister-in-law Phyllis Coleman of Casper, WY, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Her grandchildren; Bill (Ashlynn) Arrants of Houston, TX, Joe (Dani) Arrants of Sheridan, WY, Ryan Arrants of Alliance, NE, Kristi (Alex) McNair of Imperial, NE, Elizabeth Kitt Brown of Nashville, TN, Kallan (Lindee) Kitt of Grand Island, NE, Will (Amanda) Engell of McCook, NE, Mason (Chrissy) Rothwell of Naperville, IL, Whitney (Kailin) Rothwell of Edison,NE, Brenna (Troy) Hobson of Blair, NE, Abby (Aaron) Lozano of Laramie, WY, Ian (Maggie) Jolovich of Wheatland, WY, Christopher Jolovich of Jackson, WY, &nbsp;and Mattison (Zachary) Davis of Annapolis, MD. She has 28 great grandchildren, with another on the way. She has one great-great grandchild on the way as well.She was proceeded in death by; her husband, son William D. Rothwell, grandson Theron D. Kitt, great grandson Oliver M. Hobson, and brother Robert Coleman.Memorial Services will be Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. mountain time at the Arthur Baptist Church with Rev. Blake Wilkes officiating. A meal will follow services.The family chose cremation. A private burial will be held at a later date at the Hyannis Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations can be sent to Arthur County - EMS, PO Box 187, Arthur NE 69121.Online condolences may be left at www.drauckerfh.com. Services will be live streamed at www.drauckerfh.com by clicking the "watch live" button.Draucker Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Shirley Jean (Coleman) Rothwell  (1929-2023)

Autumn Hope Elsen, 19 of Gering, Nebraska, died March 19, 2023, as the 
result of an automobile accident near Chadron. A Celebration of Life 
for Autumn will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 10:00 am at 
Calvary Memorial Church with Pastors Gary Hashley and Joe Patterson 
officiating. Inurnment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Gering. 
Fond memories and condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.geringchapel.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>. Gering Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Autumn
 entered the world on July 1, 2003, to Levi B. and Tonya A. (Giles) Elsen
 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.  Autumn began
 her early education attending Helping Hands School in Scottsbluff with 
teachers Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Beverly Reuland from preschool through 
kindergarten.  While attending Helping Hands, Mrs. Rueland molded and 
shaped the path for Autumn’s love of learning to begin.  After 
graduating kindergarten, Autumn was enrolled into the Gering Public 
School system and attended Lincoln Elementary where she blossomed as a 
student with the help of so many amazing teachers: Mrs. Cindy Mitchell, 
Mrs. Leigh Anne Tofflemire, Mrs. Angie Brester, Ms. Tracy Steele and 
Mrs. Jennifer Schwartz to name a few.  At Lincoln Elementary, Autumn was
 a member of both Student Council and Show Choir. 

Her passion for
 learning continued in Junior and Senior High Schools but so did the 
adventure for trying new things.  In Junior High: clowns, band, 
volleyball, basketball and track consumed her free time, and she loved 
being part of a team … we all watched as she attempted and made a 3pt 
shot in the rival Scottsbluff - Gering 8th grade basketball game, even 
if Coach Moser told her not to, to help the team get the W.   The 
memories and friendships she made were and are immeasurable.  High 
School brought even more “news," Autumn was a four-year member of the 
softball team and one of the loudest and proudest cheerleaders out 
there.  She auditioned for and was a three year member of Harmony.  She 
was a three-year member Color Guard, ultimately earning the position of 
Captain.  She participated in the musical productions of “Mama Mia” in 
2019, “The Wizard of Oz” in 2021 (the best tree and jitterbug there ever
 was), and “Bye Bye Birdie” in 2022 (Mrs. Mae Peterson never looked or 
sounded so good).  But by far Autumn’s greatest “news” was when Mr. Tyler
 Thompson convinced her to give the speech team a try and we are sure 
glad she did.  Coaches Mr. Thompson, Ms. Jenn Dillinger and Mr. Kristian
 Schank, as well as all her amazing teammates, Kennie, Mark, Maddie, 
Hannah, Abby, Evan and Thomas, helped shape the orator we saw perform at
 every single speech event; earning a 4th place finish in OID at the 
2022 Nebraska State Tournament.  Autumn was an honor student, making 
honor roll every single quarter from eighth grade to her senior year and
 was a member of both the National Junior Honor Society and the National
 Honor Society, graduating Suma Cum Laude in May 2022.  

Continuing
 her quest for learning, Autumn entered Chadron State College in August 
2022 as an Elementary Education major, making the Dean’ List in January 
2023, with the hopes and dreams of becoming a 4th grade teacher.  All we
 ask for now sweet girl is to fly high with the eagles and soar to your 
greatness!!

Left to remember her spirit on earth, her Mother, 
Tonya, siblings Aspen Joy and Dawson Wayne of the home, Michala Crable, 
Gering, niece and nephew Arrabella and Declan, maternal Grandmother 
Ramona Giles, Gering, paternal Grandparents Ed and Cynthia McKnight, 
Gering, Alan and Valerie Elsen, Harrisburg, Curtis and Sandy Roth, 
Gordon and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Proceeding 
Autumn in death were her father, Levi B. Elsen; maternal grandfather,&nbsp; Wayne M. Giles; maternal great grandparents, Woodie and Emma Giles and Ed 
and Bessie Hiser; paternal great grandparents, Lynn and Darlene Martin, Robert and Lorna Elsen and Delbert Leach.

Autumn’s spirit will 
continue to shine on as she made the selfless decision to be an organ 
donor and retrieval has taken place.  

The family would like to 
extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to Autumn’s earthly angels Courtney and 
Bridgette who comforted and provided her life support until medical 
personal arrived on scene, to Troy and Lisa Brown for your compassion 
and comfort shown as we learned of Autumn’s accident and to Pastor Gary 
Hashley for your love and support always.

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 </figure>Autumn Hope Elsen, 19 of Gering, Nebraska, died March 19, 2023, as the 
result of an automobile accident near Chadron. A Celebration of Life 
for Autumn will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 10:00 am at 
Calvary Memorial Church with Pastors Gary Hashley and Joe Patterson 
officiating. Inurnment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Gering. 
Fond memories and condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.geringchapel.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>. Gering Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.Autumn
 entered the world on July 1, 2003, to Levi B. and Tonya A. (Giles) Elsen
 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Autumn began
 her early education attending Helping Hands School in Scottsbluff with 
teachers Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Beverly Reuland from preschool through 
kindergarten. While attending Helping Hands, Mrs. Rueland molded and 
shaped the path for Autumn’s love of learning to begin. After 
graduating kindergarten, Autumn was enrolled into the Gering Public 
School system and attended Lincoln Elementary where she blossomed as a 
student with the help of so many amazing teachers: Mrs. Cindy Mitchell, 
Mrs. Leigh Anne Tofflemire, Mrs. Angie Brester, Ms. Tracy Steele and 
Mrs. Jennifer Schwartz to name a few. At Lincoln Elementary, Autumn was
 a member of both Student Council and Show Choir. Her passion for
 learning continued in Junior and Senior High Schools but so did the 
adventure for trying new things. In Junior High: clowns, band, 
volleyball, basketball and track consumed her free time, and she loved 
being part of a team … we all watched as she attempted and made a 3pt 
shot in the rival Scottsbluff - Gering 8th grade basketball game, even 
if Coach Moser told her not to, to help the team get the W. The 
memories and friendships she made were and are immeasurable. High 
School brought even more “news," Autumn was a four-year member of the 
softball team and one of the loudest and proudest cheerleaders out 
there. She auditioned for and was a three year member of Harmony. She 
was a three-year member Color Guard, ultimately earning the position of 
Captain. She participated in the musical productions of “Mama Mia” in 
2019, “The Wizard of Oz” in 2021 (the best tree and jitterbug there ever
 was), and “Bye Bye Birdie” in 2022 (Mrs. Mae Peterson never looked or 
sounded so good). But by far Autumn’s greatest “news” was when Mr. Tyler
 Thompson convinced her to give the speech team a try and we are sure 
glad she did. Coaches Mr. Thompson, Ms. Jenn Dillinger and Mr. Kristian
 Schank, as well as all her amazing teammates, Kennie, Mark, Maddie, 
Hannah, Abby, Evan and Thomas, helped shape the orator we saw perform at
 every single speech event; earning a 4th place finish in OID at the 
2022 Nebraska State Tournament. Autumn was an honor student, making 
honor roll every single quarter from eighth grade to her senior year and
 was a member of both the National Junior Honor Society and the National
 Honor Society, graduating Suma Cum Laude in May 2022. Continuing
 her quest for learning, Autumn entered Chadron State College in August 
2022 as an Elementary Education major, making the Dean’ List in January 
2023, with the hopes and dreams of becoming a 4th grade teacher. All we
 ask for now sweet girl is to fly high with the eagles and soar to your 
greatness!!Left to remember her spirit on earth, her Mother, 
Tonya, siblings Aspen Joy and Dawson Wayne of the home, Michala Crable, 
Gering, niece and nephew Arrabella and Declan, maternal Grandmother 
Ramona Giles, Gering, paternal Grandparents Ed and Cynthia McKnight, 
Gering, Alan and Valerie Elsen, Harrisburg, Curtis and Sandy Roth, 
Gordon and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Proceeding 
Autumn in death were her father, Levi B. Elsen; maternal grandfather,&nbsp; Wayne M. Giles; maternal great grandparents, Woodie and Emma Giles and Ed 
and Bessie Hiser; paternal great grandparents, Lynn and Darlene Martin, Robert and Lorna Elsen and Delbert Leach.Autumn’s spirit will 
continue to shine on as she made the selfless decision to be an organ 
donor and retrieval has taken place. The family would like to 
extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to Autumn’s earthly angels Courtney and 
Bridgette who comforted and provided her life support until medical 
personal arrived on scene, to Troy and Lisa Brown for your compassion 
and comfort shown as we learned of Autumn’s accident and to Pastor Gary 
Hashley for your love and support always.

Autumn Hope Elsen (2003 - 2023)

Della Mae (Fanning) Trimble, 88, was called to her Heavenly Home by the Lord on March 14, 2023.

Della was born July 27, 1934, at home in Tuthill, South Dakota to Cecil and Frances (Mone) Fanning. Della was the oldest of 4 girls: Wilma, Verla, and Zona. She spent her childhood on the family ranch just south of Vetal, South Dakota. It was her that she fell in love with the Midwest and Sandhills; often reminiscing about riding a horse to the England School, with her lunch packed in a tin lard bucket.

Della graduated from Bennett County High School (Martin, SD) in May 1952. On June 1, 1952, Della married the love of her life: Roy C. Trimble in Gordon, Nebraska. Immediately after the couple would make their first of several moves away from the Sandhills to Wellfleet, Massachusetts. After completing his duty of our country, they returned to the Midwest to be closer to family and the Sandhills which she dearly loved.

Della worked various jobs throughout her life including a brief stint in a curtain factory and waitressing at Bressler’s Diner while Roy was in the service. Ultimately, Della chose to stay home with her 5 beautiful children: Janet, Kenneth, Michael, Scott, and Robyn.

Family and Church Community were always her passion and priority. She began teaching Children’s Church and Vacation Bible School at the age of 12 and continued; a tradition that she continued until her health no longer allowed. Her ministries extended beyond church. Della was passionate about working with children through Christian Ministries. She was instrumental in starting the Good News Club for children during her time spent in Cottage Grove, Oregon.

Della had many interests and hobbies that brought her joy including gardening, birdwatching, quilting and crafting. She was a member of several groups and local clubs including RSVP, Quilters Guild, Sheridan County Historical Society, Women’s Extension and Missionary Society, Rose’s Wednesday Craft, Security Gold Events and Travel, Wesleyan Women’s International and many more through the years.

Della spent her final years in Alliance, Nebraska, in the care of her lovingly family and friends. Despite her declining health, one thing that never changed for Della was her Sweet Tooth. She eagerly looked forward to the sweet treats and time spent with her friend, cookie companion and Great Granddaughter Aubrey Mae Clark.

She is survived by her brother-in-law Larry May of Interior, South Dakota and her children: Janet Loomis, Alliance, NE, Angelina Trimble (daughter-in-law), Alliance, NE, Michael (Candace) Trimble, Meadow Grove, NE, Scott Trimble, Glendale, Arizona, Robyn (Gerald) Sandoz, Phoenix, Arizona. Grandchildren: Jeremy Gardner, Joshua Johnson, Brittany Johnson, Cassidy Hoffmann, Jamie Trimble, Samantha Gilmore, Nicholas Trimble, Immanuel Requejo, Elizabeth Lewis, Michael Trimble, Harley Trimble, Journee Trimble, William Trimble, Ashley Trimble, Megan Trimble, Jordan Sandoz, Gina Lowe, Andrew Sandoz, and Rachael Sandoz. Many Great and Great-Great Grandchildren along with a host of friends and loved ones too numerous to count but fondly thought of.

She will be greeted into the loving arms of those that passed before her death. Della was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Frances Fanning, husband of 47 years, Roy Trimble, In-laws: William and Katie (Mayden) Trimble, Sisters: Wilma Fanning, Verla Ninas and Zona May, In-laws: Earl and Twila (Collins) Trimble, Leo and Joann (Trimble) Petzold, Doug and Joyce (Trimble) Deffenbaugh, Bobby and Mary Trimble, Rodney Trimble, Charles Trimble, Son: Kenneth Trimble, Daughter-in-law Debi Trimble, Granddaughter: Kirstin Gardner, Grandson: Dennis Requejo, Nephews: Bobby Trimble, Marvin Trimble, Fred Allabaugh, Mark Ness, Nieces: Connie Jamison and Linda Eli.

Funeral Services will be held Friday March 24, 2023, 2:00 PM at the Wellspring Chapel (formerly Wesleyan Gospel Chapel) in Gordon, NE, with Pastor Jason Hurd officiating. Interment will be at the Gordon Cemetery. Following there will be a fitting tribute of afternoon refreshments and cookies at the Wellspring Church. Many were often reminded by Della, “Cookies, I Like Cookies!”.

Memorials may be given to place a memorial bench along the Cowboy Trail, in Roy and Della’s honor or to a charity or organization of the Donor’s choice and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Della Mae (Fanning) Trimble, 88, was called to her Heavenly Home by the Lord on March 14, 2023.Della was born July 27, 1934, at home in Tuthill, South Dakota to Cecil and Frances (Mone) Fanning. Della was the oldest of 4 girls: Wilma, Verla, and Zona. She spent her childhood on the family ranch just south of Vetal, South Dakota. It was her that she fell in love with the Midwest and Sandhills; often reminiscing about riding a horse to the England School, with her lunch packed in a tin lard bucket.Della graduated from Bennett County High School (Martin, SD) in May 1952. On June 1, 1952, Della married the love of her life: Roy C. Trimble in Gordon, Nebraska. Immediately after the couple would make their first of several moves away from the Sandhills to Wellfleet, Massachusetts. After completing his duty of our country, they returned to the Midwest to be closer to family and the Sandhills which she dearly loved.Della worked various jobs throughout her life including a brief stint in a curtain factory and waitressing at Bressler’s Diner while Roy was in the service. Ultimately, Della chose to stay home with her 5 beautiful children: Janet, Kenneth, Michael, Scott, and Robyn.Family and Church Community were always her passion and priority. She began teaching Children’s Church and Vacation Bible School at the age of 12 and continued; a tradition that she continued until her health no longer allowed. Her ministries extended beyond church. Della was passionate about working with children through Christian Ministries. She was instrumental in starting the Good News Club for children during her time spent in Cottage Grove, Oregon.Della had many interests and hobbies that brought her joy including gardening, birdwatching, quilting and crafting. She was a member of several groups and local clubs including RSVP, Quilters Guild, Sheridan County Historical Society, Women’s Extension and Missionary Society, Rose’s Wednesday Craft, Security Gold Events and Travel, Wesleyan Women’s International and many more through the years.Della spent her final years in Alliance, Nebraska, in the care of her lovingly family and friends. Despite her declining health, one thing that never changed for Della was her Sweet Tooth. She eagerly looked forward to the sweet treats and time spent with her friend, cookie companion and Great Granddaughter Aubrey Mae Clark.She is survived by her brother-in-law Larry May of Interior, South Dakota and her children: Janet Loomis, Alliance, NE, Angelina Trimble (daughter-in-law), Alliance, NE, Michael (Candace) Trimble, Meadow Grove, NE, Scott Trimble, Glendale, Arizona, Robyn (Gerald) Sandoz, Phoenix, Arizona. Grandchildren: Jeremy Gardner, Joshua Johnson, Brittany Johnson, Cassidy Hoffmann, Jamie Trimble, Samantha Gilmore, Nicholas Trimble, Immanuel Requejo, Elizabeth Lewis, Michael Trimble, Harley Trimble, Journee Trimble, William Trimble, Ashley Trimble, Megan Trimble, Jordan Sandoz, Gina Lowe, Andrew Sandoz, and Rachael Sandoz. Many Great and Great-Great Grandchildren along with a host of friends and loved ones too numerous to count but fondly thought of.She will be greeted into the loving arms of those that passed before her death. Della was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Frances Fanning, husband of 47 years, Roy Trimble, In-laws: William and Katie (Mayden) Trimble, Sisters: Wilma Fanning, Verla Ninas and Zona May, In-laws: Earl and Twila (Collins) Trimble, Leo and Joann (Trimble) Petzold, Doug and Joyce (Trimble) Deffenbaugh, Bobby and Mary Trimble, Rodney Trimble, Charles Trimble, Son: Kenneth Trimble, Daughter-in-law Debi Trimble, Granddaughter: Kirstin Gardner, Grandson: Dennis Requejo, Nephews: Bobby Trimble, Marvin Trimble, Fred Allabaugh, Mark Ness, Nieces: Connie Jamison and Linda Eli.Funeral Services will be held Friday March 24, 2023, 2:00 PM at the Wellspring Chapel (formerly Wesleyan Gospel Chapel) in Gordon, NE, with Pastor Jason Hurd officiating. Interment will be at the Gordon Cemetery. Following there will be a fitting tribute of afternoon refreshments and cookies at the Wellspring Church. Many were often reminded by Della, “Cookies, I Like Cookies!”.Memorials may be given to place a memorial bench along the Cowboy Trail, in Roy and Della’s honor or to a charity or organization of the Donor’s choice and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Della Mae 'Fanning' Trimble (1934 - 2023)

Jack Lee “SWEDE” Swanson, 86, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Jack was born at the family home on June 21, 1936 in rural Box Butte County to Loran and Elizabeth “Beth” (Moore) Swanson. Jack lived all of his 86 years in the surrounding Hemingford area. He attended elementary school at a country school not far from his home and graduated with honors from Hemingford High School in 1954. He then served his country by joining the United States Navy and worked as an Engineer on the USS Quapaw from 1955-1957.

Jack married Patsy L. Fisher on March 12, 1960. Jack and Patsy celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary barely a week prior to his passing. To this union came 3 children… Jeffrey Scott, Jac-Lynn Kae and Jason Peter Lee. Jack worked as a farmer most all of his life. He truly enjoyed planting, watering and watching all that he planted grow. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and honored fellow veterans by participating with the Hemingford Post 9 Honors Team. He was also a patriotic supporter of the Panhandle Chapter 43 American Legion Riders.

Jack and Patsy have been blessed with 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren who have provided them with much joy. Truly the apples of his eye, grandchildren are Sawyer Jack Orr (Haley), Elizabeth Sha-Nae Orr (Cory Huston), Vance William Orr, Hanna Nichelle Swanson, Conner Lee Swanson, Ford Asher Swanson, Russell Walker Swanson (Tia Skavlem) and Tanner Lee Swanson. Great grandchildren are Merritt Jack and Wacey Jay Orr, Brooklyn and Makayla Thieschafer and Jaxson and Braxton Skavlem-Swanson. Jack also enjoyed his many nieces and nephews and their families. You could almost set your watch to his ritual of daily shopping at Raben’s Market and the Valor Hardware store. The socializing and friendships shared amongst the Hemingford community brought him a great deal of joy.

He was a proud father and grandfather; always very interested and happy to be involved with his families’ activities. His playful nature and sense of humor will be in our memories always. His love of sauerkraut, smoked oysters and sardines will live on through us as well!

He enjoyed the simplest of things in life. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening, hunting, fishing and making his “much appreciated” homemade jerky. When summer arrived, family and friends knew Jack could often be found sitting outside in his gardening chair. It was there that he enjoyed a nice cold beer while watering his garden and observing the weather and wildlife around him.

Jack is survived by his wife Patsy of Cheyenne, Wyoming, daughter Jac-Lynn and special friend Wade Tveter of Cheyenne, Wyoming and son Jason of Hemingford, NE. He was preceded in death by his son Jeffrey Scott Swanson, his parents Loran &amp; Beth Swanson, his parent-in-laws Garland and Edna Fisher, brother Dallas Swanson, and sister and brother-in-law Beverly and Harold Delsing.

Graveside services with military honors will be held at the Hemingford Cemetery in the upcoming summer. Postponing will allow grandson, Sergeant Conner Lee Swanson, 1st Battalion 7th Marines, to be able to attend while on his leave. The specific date and time will be announced when that information has been made available. Memorials may be given in Jack’s name to the Panhandle Chapter 43 American Legion Riders, c/o Jeff Schumacher, 7262 Jefferson Road, Hemingford, NE 69348 or to the donor’s choice. Cards may be sent to the Swanson family c/o Jac-Lynn Swanson, 3727 McComb Ave., Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001.

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 </figure>Jack Lee “SWEDE” Swanson, 86, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Jack was born at the family home on June 21, 1936 in rural Box Butte County to Loran and Elizabeth “Beth” (Moore) Swanson. Jack lived all of his 86 years in the surrounding Hemingford area. He attended elementary school at a country school not far from his home and graduated with honors from Hemingford High School in 1954. He then served his country by joining the United States Navy and worked as an Engineer on the USS Quapaw from 1955-1957.Jack married Patsy L. Fisher on March 12, 1960. Jack and Patsy celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary barely a week prior to his passing. To this union came 3 children… Jeffrey Scott, Jac-Lynn Kae and Jason Peter Lee. Jack worked as a farmer most all of his life. He truly enjoyed planting, watering and watching all that he planted grow. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and honored fellow veterans by participating with the Hemingford Post 9 Honors Team. He was also a patriotic supporter of the Panhandle Chapter 43 American Legion Riders.Jack and Patsy have been blessed with 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren who have provided them with much joy. Truly the apples of his eye, grandchildren are Sawyer Jack Orr (Haley), Elizabeth Sha-Nae Orr (Cory Huston), Vance William Orr, Hanna Nichelle Swanson, Conner Lee Swanson, Ford Asher Swanson, Russell Walker Swanson (Tia Skavlem) and Tanner Lee Swanson. Great grandchildren are Merritt Jack and Wacey Jay Orr, Brooklyn and Makayla Thieschafer and Jaxson and Braxton Skavlem-Swanson. Jack also enjoyed his many nieces and nephews and their families. You could almost set your watch to his ritual of daily shopping at Raben’s Market and the Valor Hardware store. The socializing and friendships shared amongst the Hemingford community brought him a great deal of joy.He was a proud father and grandfather; always very interested and happy to be involved with his families’ activities. His playful nature and sense of humor will be in our memories always. His love of sauerkraut, smoked oysters and sardines will live on through us as well!He enjoyed the simplest of things in life. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening, hunting, fishing and making his “much appreciated” homemade jerky. When summer arrived, family and friends knew Jack could often be found sitting outside in his gardening chair. It was there that he enjoyed a nice cold beer while watering his garden and observing the weather and wildlife around him.Jack is survived by his wife Patsy of Cheyenne, Wyoming, daughter Jac-Lynn and special friend Wade Tveter of Cheyenne, Wyoming and son Jason of Hemingford, NE. He was preceded in death by his son Jeffrey Scott Swanson, his parents Loran &amp; Beth Swanson, his parent-in-laws Garland and Edna Fisher, brother Dallas Swanson, and sister and brother-in-law Beverly and Harold Delsing.Graveside services with military honors will be held at the Hemingford Cemetery in the upcoming summer. Postponing will allow grandson, Sergeant Conner Lee Swanson, 1st Battalion 7th Marines, to be able to attend while on his leave. The specific date and time will be announced when that information has been made available. Memorials may be given in Jack’s name to the Panhandle Chapter 43 American Legion Riders, c/o Jeff Schumacher, 7262 Jefferson Road, Hemingford, NE 69348 or to the donor’s choice. Cards may be sent to the Swanson family c/o Jac-Lynn Swanson, 3727 McComb Ave., Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001.

Jack Lee “SWEDE” Swanson (1936 - 2023)

Carole Kay Coon Dishong, 86, of Gordon, Nebraska, died on March 19, 
2023, at Antelope Memorial Hospital in Neligh, Nebraska, surrounded by 
her loving family. She was born November 15, 1936, in Albany, Nebraska. 
The daughter of the late Henry and Dorris Coon. She was the second of 
three siblings.

Carole graduated high school from Manville High School in 1954. She 
married Gary Benson, and they had six children. She went on to get her 
master’s degree from Chadron State College. The next 41 years were spent
 dedicating her life to raising her children and teaching. She loved 
teaching and children loved her.

She later married Lester Dishong. They loved to fish, camp and 
travel. They were the perfect couple and enjoyed life together, up until
 the time of Les’s passing in 2006.

Carole is survived by her six children: Craig (Cindy) Benson, Tracie 
(Roger) Rudloff, Renee Sasse, Martin (Karen) Benson, Dorris (Mike) 
Roelle, Denise (Kurt) Holscher, stepchildren Sandy Fricke and Carol 
Clark, two brothers and their wives, Ben (Della) Coon, and Tom (Chris) 
Coon, 24 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lester, and her two stepsons Gary and Greg.

Visitation will be held Friday March 24, from 4 to 6 pm at 
Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE. Funeral Services will be held
 Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00 am, at the First Presbyterian Church, 
Gordon, NE. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery. 

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>Carole Kay Coon Dishong, 86, of Gordon, Nebraska, died on March 19, 
2023, at Antelope Memorial Hospital in Neligh, Nebraska, surrounded by 
her loving family. She was born November 15, 1936, in Albany, Nebraska. 
The daughter of the late Henry and Dorris Coon. She was the second of 
three siblings.Carole graduated high school from Manville High School in 1954. She 
married Gary Benson, and they had six children. She went on to get her 
master’s degree from Chadron State College. The next 41 years were spent
 dedicating her life to raising her children and teaching. She loved 
teaching and children loved her.She later married Lester Dishong. They loved to fish, camp and 
travel. They were the perfect couple and enjoyed life together, up until
 the time of Les’s passing in 2006.Carole is survived by her six children: Craig (Cindy) Benson, Tracie 
(Roger) Rudloff, Renee Sasse, Martin (Karen) Benson, Dorris (Mike) 
Roelle, Denise (Kurt) Holscher, stepchildren Sandy Fricke and Carol 
Clark, two brothers and their wives, Ben (Della) Coon, and Tom (Chris) 
Coon, 24 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lester, and her two stepsons Gary and Greg.Visitation will be held Friday March 24, from 4 to 6 pm at 
Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE. Funeral Services will be held
 Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00 am, at the First Presbyterian Church, 
Gordon, NE. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery. 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.

Carole Dishong (1936-2023)

Thomas Harold Cottier Sr. was born on October 7, 1962, in 
Rushville, NE to William Cottier, Jr. and Cecelia “Sisterbabe” 
(Shangreau) Cottier.  Thomas made his journey to the Spirit World on 
March 15, 2023, at his home in Pine Ridge, SD.

Thomas is
 survived by his daughters, Ashley Cottier, Brandy Cottier, Cherie 
Cottier and Miracle Cottier; sons, Thomas Cottier, Jr., Teejay Cottier, 
Ron Martin and Marco Cottier; brother, James “Jim” Cottier; hunka 
brother, Wes Shangreau; aunts/uncle, Emma Gallego and Tom &amp; Ann 
Conroy; grandchildren, Tommee Cottier, Tyra Cottier, Trenton Cottier, 
Taylin, Kinleigh and Riverly Cottier, Tarryn Wilson, Takara Cottier, 
Marsha Lynn Janis, Diana and Mia Long Visitor, an unborn grandbaby, 
Caylee McLaughlin, Rylan &amp; Kaelyn Puckett, Liam Whirlwind Horse, 
Lyla Cottier, and Laelyn Cottier; and great grandchildren, Nyal and 
Xavier Middletent. 

Thomas was preceded in death by his
 parents, William Cottier, Jr and Cecelia “Sisterbabe” (Shangreau) 
Cottier; brothers, Darrell Cottier, Jerry Cottier, Sr., Benita (Feather 
Earring) Cottier and Dean Cottier; grandparents, William Cottier, Sr., 
Mary (Nelson) Cottier, Martin and Louise (Jones) Shangreau; and niece, 
Whisper Cottier.

Pallbearers will be Steve “Mr. Bean” 
Swallow, Monte “Swamper” Tibbitts, Tommy “Big Tom” Red Hawk, Darrell 
“Gup” Red Shirt, Charlie “Chicken Legs” Standing Bear, Ben “Dover” 
Brewer, Billy Joe Patton, Sage Richards, Larry Martin and Alton Adams.

Honorary
 pallbearers Antonia Pulliam &amp; Kids, LaFawn Conroy &amp; Bill 
Ringing Shield, Big Rich Red Hawk, Julie Shangreau, Shannon Richards, 
Irene Tuttle, Letoy Tapio &amp; Family, Nick Cottier, Emma Gallego &amp;
 Family, Lisa, Susan, and Char Schrader &amp; Families, Brandon 
Shangreau, Lawrence Two Bulls, Steve Shangreau Sr., Steve Shangreau Jr., Travis Big Crow, Willy Pond, Baby Lon, Lyndon Stone, Daus Rabbit, 
Leann Rabbit, Manuel Rodriguez, Denise Clifford, Marlanna Holiday, 
“Boob” Shots, Jason Bettelyoun, Marsha Tibbitts, Melvin Tibbitts, Jace 
&amp; Jhet Janis, Alice Hunter &amp; Family, Jamie &amp; BJ Plenty 
Arrows, Jessica Shortbull, Eric Anduja, Sherry Martin, “Gummer” Garnier,
 Arlene Brewer, Big Tony Brewer &amp; Family, Darrell Martin, Emma 
Brewer, Jay Thompson, Francine &amp; Richie Big Crow &amp; Families, Ann
 Beane, Rosie Beane, Entire Cottier Families, Shangreau Families, 
Gallego Families, White Eyes Families, Eagle Elk Families, Janis 
Families, Watters Families, Waters Families, Cortier Families, Swallow 
Families, Colhoff Families, Pourier Families, Ecoffey Families, Richards
 Families, Apple Families, All Past &amp; Current Pine Ridge School Bus 
Drivers – The Dog Pound, Pine Ridge School, Pine Ridge IHS ER, Avera 
ICU, OLAR Flight Team, and All Family and Friends.

Wake
 Services: One night wake service starting at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 24,
 2023, at the Pine Ridge School Elementary Gym in Pine Ridge, SD

Funeral Services:  12:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Pine Ridge School Elementary Gym in Pine Ridge, SD

Burial Services:  Holy Cross Episcopal Cemetery, Pine Ridge, SD

Arrangements entrusted with Sioux Funeral Home of Pine Ridge, SD

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Rushville, NE to William Cottier, Jr. and Cecelia “Sisterbabe” 
(Shangreau) Cottier. Thomas made his journey to the Spirit World on 
March 15, 2023, at his home in Pine Ridge, SD.Thomas is
 survived by his daughters, Ashley Cottier, Brandy Cottier, Cherie 
Cottier and Miracle Cottier; sons, Thomas Cottier, Jr., Teejay Cottier, 
Ron Martin and Marco Cottier; brother, James “Jim” Cottier; hunka 
brother, Wes Shangreau; aunts/uncle, Emma Gallego and Tom &amp; Ann 
Conroy; grandchildren, Tommee Cottier, Tyra Cottier, Trenton Cottier, 
Taylin, Kinleigh and Riverly Cottier, Tarryn Wilson, Takara Cottier, 
Marsha Lynn Janis, Diana and Mia Long Visitor, an unborn grandbaby, 
Caylee McLaughlin, Rylan &amp; Kaelyn Puckett, Liam Whirlwind Horse, 
Lyla Cottier, and Laelyn Cottier; and great grandchildren, Nyal and 
Xavier Middletent. Thomas was preceded in death by his
 parents, William Cottier, Jr and Cecelia “Sisterbabe” (Shangreau) 
Cottier; brothers, Darrell Cottier, Jerry Cottier, Sr., Benita (Feather 
Earring) Cottier and Dean Cottier; grandparents, William Cottier, Sr., 
Mary (Nelson) Cottier, Martin and Louise (Jones) Shangreau; and niece, 
Whisper Cottier.Pallbearers will be Steve “Mr. Bean” 
Swallow, Monte “Swamper” Tibbitts, Tommy “Big Tom” Red Hawk, Darrell 
“Gup” Red Shirt, Charlie “Chicken Legs” Standing Bear, Ben “Dover” 
Brewer, Billy Joe Patton, Sage Richards, Larry Martin and Alton Adams.Honorary
 pallbearers Antonia Pulliam &amp; Kids, LaFawn Conroy &amp; Bill 
Ringing Shield, Big Rich Red Hawk, Julie Shangreau, Shannon Richards, 
Irene Tuttle, Letoy Tapio &amp; Family, Nick Cottier, Emma Gallego &amp;
 Family, Lisa, Susan, and Char Schrader &amp; Families, Brandon 
Shangreau, Lawrence Two Bulls, Steve Shangreau Sr., Steve Shangreau Jr., Travis Big Crow, Willy Pond, Baby Lon, Lyndon Stone, Daus Rabbit, 
Leann Rabbit, Manuel Rodriguez, Denise Clifford, Marlanna Holiday, 
“Boob” Shots, Jason Bettelyoun, Marsha Tibbitts, Melvin Tibbitts, Jace 
&amp; Jhet Janis, Alice Hunter &amp; Family, Jamie &amp; BJ Plenty 
Arrows, Jessica Shortbull, Eric Anduja, Sherry Martin, “Gummer” Garnier,
 Arlene Brewer, Big Tony Brewer &amp; Family, Darrell Martin, Emma 
Brewer, Jay Thompson, Francine &amp; Richie Big Crow &amp; Families, Ann
 Beane, Rosie Beane, Entire Cottier Families, Shangreau Families, 
Gallego Families, White Eyes Families, Eagle Elk Families, Janis 
Families, Watters Families, Waters Families, Cortier Families, Swallow 
Families, Colhoff Families, Pourier Families, Ecoffey Families, Richards
 Families, Apple Families, All Past &amp; Current Pine Ridge School Bus 
Drivers – The Dog Pound, Pine Ridge School, Pine Ridge IHS ER, Avera 
ICU, OLAR Flight Team, and All Family and Friends.Wake
 Services: One night wake service starting at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 24,
 2023, at the Pine Ridge School Elementary Gym in Pine Ridge, SDFuneral Services: 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Pine Ridge School Elementary Gym in Pine Ridge, SDOfficiating: To Be AnnouncedBurial Services: Holy Cross Episcopal Cemetery, Pine Ridge, SDArrangements entrusted with Sioux Funeral Home of Pine Ridge, SD

Thomas Harold Cottier Sr. (1962-2023)

Doris Jean {Cadwalader) Nussbaum was born on July 10, 1927 to Virgil and Rachel (Mills) Cadwalader. She was born in Lexington NE. She was the first cesarean birth in Dawson County, weighing only 5 lbs.

Her father worked in the Lexington Flour Mill, and her mother in a local bakery. Doris began school in Red Cloud NE. Her parents moved to several small towns after her father was injured in the Lexington Flour Mill. They managed several small town hamburger restaurants until moving to Alliance in 1948. Her father then went to work as a janitor in the old Emerson School.

Doris graduated in 1946 from Ansley High School. Her school activities included playing basketball and choir. Doris then followed her parents to Alliance. She worked in a small neighborhood grocery store. She became employed at St. Joseph's Hospital for about 5 years and then as a dental assistant for Dr. Lyle Neff. She enjoyed the lab work the most.

Doris was married on February 12, 1958 to Edward Nussbaum in Lexington NE. To this union 2 sons were born, Loren Kevin in 1962 and Eldon Duane in 1963. Doris became a busy mother and wife of a ranch foreman. Her primary jobs included raising her children and helping in the homes of the ranch owners, which included cleaning. She tended large gardens and helped her husband with calving, feeding and other ranch chores. Her children attended Whitman grade school and Hyannis High School. They were in wrestling, football and track. Doris attended as many of these events as she could. Doris had the misfortune of losing her husband Edward on November 2, 1992. She worked in the Ranch store in Whitman NE for about 6 years after his death. She then moved back to Alliance, NE in 2002 and resided in the Good Samaritan Towers and later to the Good Samaritan Village. From there she moved into Wild Flower Terrace. In 2019 Doris moved into Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE.

Doris served as Past Honored Queen of Job's Daughters as a senior in Ansley. In Alliance she was Noble Grand in the Rebekah’s. In 1938 Doris joined the United Methodist Church while in Ansley NE. While living in Alliance she served as Treasurer of the United Methodist Women.

Doris is survived by her 2 sons and their families, Loren (Laura) Nussbaum of Alliance NE. Their children, Tiffany (Jeremy) Gillespie, and their children Tanner and Harley. Victoria (Derreck) Warfield) Nussbaum and baby to be born of Alliance NE. Colton Nussbaum also of Alliance NE, Eldon (MaryAnn) Nussbaum of Rolling Hills Wyo. and their 3 children. Ben

Nussbaum of Rolling Hills Wyo. Duane Nussbaum of Casper Wyo. Tanya (Tim) Dallegge of Sterling CO.

She is preceded in death by her husband Edward Nussbaum, Baby Nussbaum, her sister and brother-in-law, Louise and Paul Lucas.

Funeral services will be Friday, March 24 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Whitman Cemetery.

A reception will be served at the Whitman Club Hall after the graveside services.

Memorials may be sent to the family in care of Laura Nussbaum, 1203 Platte Ave, Alliance NE 69301.

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 </figure>Doris Jean {Cadwalader) Nussbaum was born on July 10, 1927 to Virgil and Rachel (Mills) Cadwalader. She was born in Lexington NE. She was the first cesarean birth in Dawson County, weighing only 5 lbs.Her father worked in the Lexington Flour Mill, and her mother in a local bakery. Doris began school in Red Cloud NE. Her parents moved to several small towns after her father was injured in the Lexington Flour Mill. They managed several small town hamburger restaurants until moving to Alliance in 1948. Her father then went to work as a janitor in the old Emerson School.Doris graduated in 1946 from Ansley High School. Her school activities included playing basketball and choir. Doris then followed her parents to Alliance. She worked in a small neighborhood grocery store. She became employed at St. Joseph's Hospital for about 5 years and then as a dental assistant for Dr. Lyle Neff. She enjoyed the lab work the most.Doris was married on February 12, 1958 to Edward Nussbaum in Lexington NE. To this union 2 sons were born, Loren Kevin in 1962 and Eldon Duane in 1963. Doris became a busy mother and wife of a ranch foreman. Her primary jobs included raising her children and helping in the homes of the ranch owners, which included cleaning. She tended large gardens and helped her husband with calving, feeding and other ranch chores. Her children attended Whitman grade school and Hyannis High School. They were in wrestling, football and track. Doris attended as many of these events as she could. Doris had the misfortune of losing her husband Edward on November 2, 1992. She worked in the Ranch store in Whitman NE for about 6 years after his death. She then moved back to Alliance, NE in 2002 and resided in the Good Samaritan Towers and later to the Good Samaritan Village. From there she moved into Wild Flower Terrace. In 2019 Doris moved into Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE.Doris served as Past Honored Queen of Job's Daughters as a senior in Ansley. In Alliance she was Noble Grand in the Rebekah’s. In 1938 Doris joined the United Methodist Church while in Ansley NE. While living in Alliance she served as Treasurer of the United Methodist Women.Doris is survived by her 2 sons and their families, Loren (Laura) Nussbaum of Alliance NE. Their children, Tiffany (Jeremy) Gillespie, and their children Tanner and Harley. Victoria (Derreck) Warfield) Nussbaum and baby to be born of Alliance NE. Colton Nussbaum also of Alliance NE, Eldon (MaryAnn) Nussbaum of Rolling Hills Wyo. and their 3 children. BenNussbaum of Rolling Hills Wyo. Duane Nussbaum of Casper Wyo. Tanya (Tim) Dallegge of Sterling CO.She is preceded in death by her husband Edward Nussbaum, Baby Nussbaum, her sister and brother-in-law, Louise and Paul Lucas.Funeral services will be Friday, March 24 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Whitman Cemetery.A reception will be served at the Whitman Club Hall after the graveside services.Memorials may be sent to the family in care of Laura Nussbaum, 1203 Platte Ave, Alliance NE 69301.Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Doris Jean (Cadwalader) Nussbaum (1927 - 2023)

Gayle Lee Brownlow, 56, passed away March 16, 2023 at his home in Alliance following an extended illness.

He was born March 28, 1966 at Pine Ridge, SD to George Brownlow and Clarinda Broken Leg.

He met Blaine Beth Dawn in 1987.&nbsp; Together they had a son, Wyatt.&nbsp; They were married on June 2, 2009.

He is survived by his son, Wyatt Brownlow and his grandsons, Drake Brownlow, Jordan Brownlow and Ezra Gage Sanchez.&nbsp; He is also survived by his father-in-law, Moses Dawn and his family of Alliance.

Funeral services will be Saturday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m. at the Indian Mission Church of God.&nbsp; Rev. Don Mink and Sister Linda Abold will officiate. Following the service cremation will take place and interment at Calvary Cemetery will be at a later date. A wake service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Friday at the church.&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>Gayle Lee Brownlow, 56, passed away March 16, 2023 at his home in Alliance following an extended illness.He was born March 28, 1966 at Pine Ridge, SD to George Brownlow and Clarinda Broken Leg.He met Blaine Beth Dawn in 1987.&nbsp; Together they had a son, Wyatt.&nbsp; They were married on June 2, 2009.He is survived by his son, Wyatt Brownlow and his grandsons, Drake Brownlow, Jordan Brownlow and Ezra Gage Sanchez.&nbsp; He is also survived by his father-in-law, Moses Dawn and his family of Alliance.Funeral services will be Saturday, March 25 at 10:00 a.m. at the Indian Mission Church of God.&nbsp; Rev. Don Mink and Sister Linda Abold will officiate. Following the service cremation will take place and interment at Calvary Cemetery will be at a later date. A wake service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Friday at the church.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Gayle Lee Brownlow (1966 - 2023)

Carole Kay Coon Dishong, 86, of Gordon, Nebraska, died on March 19, 2023, at Antelope Memorial Hospital in Neligh, Nebraska, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 15, 1936, in Albany, Nebraska. The daughter of the late Henry and Dorris Coon. She was the second of three siblings.

Carole graduated high school from Manville High School in 1954. She married Gary Benson, and they had six children. She went on to get her master’s degree from Chadron State College. The next 41 years were spent dedicating her life to raising her children and teaching. She loved teaching and children loved her.

She later married Lester Dishong. They loved to fish, camp and travel. They were the perfect couple and enjoyed life together, up until the time of Les’s passing in 2006.

Carole is survived by her six children: Craig (Cindy) Benson, Tracie (Roger) Rudloff, Renee Sasse, Martin (Karen) Benson, Dorris (Mike) Roelle, Denise (Kurt) Holscher, stepchildren Sandy Fricke and Carol Clark, two brothers and their wives, Ben (Della) Coon, and Tom (Chris) Coon, 24 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Friday March 24, from 4 to 6 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00 am, at the First Presbyterian Church, Gordon, NE. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery.

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 </figure>Carole Kay Coon Dishong, 86, of Gordon, Nebraska, died on March 19, 2023, at Antelope Memorial Hospital in Neligh, Nebraska, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 15, 1936, in Albany, Nebraska. The daughter of the late Henry and Dorris Coon. She was the second of three siblings.Carole graduated high school from Manville High School in 1954. She married Gary Benson, and they had six children. She went on to get her master’s degree from Chadron State College. The next 41 years were spent dedicating her life to raising her children and teaching. She loved teaching and children loved her.She later married Lester Dishong. They loved to fish, camp and travel. They were the perfect couple and enjoyed life together, up until the time of Les’s passing in 2006.Carole is survived by her six children: Craig (Cindy) Benson, Tracie (Roger) Rudloff, Renee Sasse, Martin (Karen) Benson, Dorris (Mike) Roelle, Denise (Kurt) Holscher, stepchildren Sandy Fricke and Carol Clark, two brothers and their wives, Ben (Della) Coon, and Tom (Chris) Coon, 24 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lester, and her two stepsons Gary and Greg.Visitation will be held Friday March 24, from 4 to 6 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 25, 2023, 10:00 am, at the First Presbyterian Church, Gordon, NE. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery.

Carole Kay Coon Dishong (1936 - 2023)

Rosalie Ann Regan, 84, of Fullerton, Nebraska, died on Thursday, March 
16, 2023, at Valley View Assisted Living in Fullerton. Funeral services 
will be Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Palmer-Santin Funeral 
Home in Fullerton with Pastor Tom Lucas officiating. Visitation will be 
Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Solt-Wagner Funeral Home in 
Central City. Burial will be in the Fullerton Cemetery. Solt-Wagner 
Funeral Home in Central City is assisting the famlily. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Condolences can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.soltwagnerfuneral.com" target="_blank">www.soltwagnerfuneral.com</a>. 
 Rosalie was born on March 26, 1938, to Ralph and Mona (Zimmerle) Neumann
 in Nance County. She grew up in Nance County and graduated from 
Fullerton High School in 1955. She married Donald Francis Regan in 1957.
 The couple made their home in Grand Island where Rosalie worked for 
Rural Electric Association. The couple then lived North of Havens where 
Rosalie raised her family and had various jobs in Fullerton. She then 
took a job with Northwestern Bell and worked there for 28 years. While 
employed there, she was and operator and eventually a line tech. She was
 the first female line tech in Alliance. After her retirement, she moved
 back to Central City in the early 1990s and purchased the franchise of
 H &amp; R Block. She then sold her business to her daughter, Rogelyn 
and continued to work for a few more years. She moved to Valley View 
Assisted Living in 2021. She was the CWA Union President, 
President and Treasurer of the Merrick County Democratic Party, a member
 of the Eagles Auxillary, and Telephone Pioneers. She was very proud of 
her involvement in the Democratic Party. Her greatest joy was spending 
time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is 
survived by her twin daughters- Rogelyn (Clarence) Smith of Central 
City, NE; and Rosalie (Ron) Borgheiinck of Fullerton, NE; two sisters- 
Lois Russell of Kearney, NE; and Carol Cox of Fullerton, NE; sister in 
law- Gwen Neumann of Lincoln, NE; 6 grandchildren- Brandy (Brian) Campos
 of Grand Island, NE; Cody (Sheana) Smith of Hastings, NE; Chris (Heidi)
 Smith of Central City, NE; Carla (Mark) Wakefield of Denver, CO; 
Charity (Ken) Wright of Central City, NE; and Chase (Echo) Smith of 
Gothenburg, NE; 7 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren. 
 Rosalie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband- Donald; son-
 Donald Patrick (Pat); siblings Doris Babb, Dale Neumann, Mary Lynn 
Lucas; niece- Lucinda Lucas Canfield; brothers in law- Albert Russell, 
Ralph Cox, and Leon Lucas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rosalie Ann Regan, 84, of Fullerton, Nebraska, died on Thursday, March 
16, 2023, at Valley View Assisted Living in Fullerton. Funeral services 
will be Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Palmer-Santin Funeral 
Home in Fullerton with Pastor Tom Lucas officiating. Visitation will be 
Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Solt-Wagner Funeral Home in 
Central City. Burial will be in the Fullerton Cemetery. Solt-Wagner 
Funeral Home in Central City is assisting the famlily. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Condolences can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.soltwagnerfuneral.com" target="_blank">www.soltwagnerfuneral.com</a>. 
 Rosalie was born on March 26, 1938, to Ralph and Mona (Zimmerle) Neumann
 in Nance County. She grew up in Nance County and graduated from 
Fullerton High School in 1955. She married Donald Francis Regan in 1957.
 The couple made their home in Grand Island where Rosalie worked for 
Rural Electric Association. The couple then lived North of Havens where 
Rosalie raised her family and had various jobs in Fullerton. She then 
took a job with Northwestern Bell and worked there for 28 years. While 
employed there, she was and operator and eventually a line tech. She was
 the first female line tech in Alliance. After her retirement, she moved
 back to Central City in the early 1990s and purchased the franchise of
 H &amp; R Block. She then sold her business to her daughter, Rogelyn 
and continued to work for a few more years. She moved to Valley View 
Assisted Living in 2021. She was the CWA Union President, 
President and Treasurer of the Merrick County Democratic Party, a member
 of the Eagles Auxillary, and Telephone Pioneers. She was very proud of 
her involvement in the Democratic Party. Her greatest joy was spending 
time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is 
survived by her twin daughters- Rogelyn (Clarence) Smith of Central 
City, NE; and Rosalie (Ron) Borgheiinck of Fullerton, NE; two sisters- 
Lois Russell of Kearney, NE; and Carol Cox of Fullerton, NE; sister in 
law- Gwen Neumann of Lincoln, NE; 6 grandchildren- Brandy (Brian) Campos
 of Grand Island, NE; Cody (Sheana) Smith of Hastings, NE; Chris (Heidi)
 Smith of Central City, NE; Carla (Mark) Wakefield of Denver, CO; 
Charity (Ken) Wright of Central City, NE; and Chase (Echo) Smith of 
Gothenburg, NE; 7 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren. 
 Rosalie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband- Donald; son-
 Donald Patrick (Pat); siblings Doris Babb, Dale Neumann, Mary Lynn 
Lucas; niece- Lucinda Lucas Canfield; brothers in law- Albert Russell, 
Ralph Cox, and Leon Lucas.&nbsp;

Rosalie Ann Regan (1938-2023)

Ann Lyster, 70, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado.&nbsp; She was born September 26, 1952 in Topeka, Kansas to William P. and Donna Jean (Henry) Trusdale.&nbsp; She grew up in Cozad, Nebraska graduating from Cozad High School in 1970.&nbsp; She then attended Hastings College receiving her BA degree in Education in 1974.&nbsp; While attending college, she met Stephen C. Lyster of Alliance.&nbsp; They were married on June 1, 1973 in Cozad.&nbsp; To this union two children, Tara and Matthew, were born.&nbsp; The family moved to Alliance in 1985 from Ogallala, Nebraska where she had taught at St. Luke’s Elementary School.&nbsp; While in Alliance, Ann taught at Grandview Elementary and later at Emerson Elementary School until her retirement. After her retirement, she continued subbing until limited by her health. She loved teaching and seeing the children succeed.

Ann enjoyed sitting on the deck in the backyard enjoying the sun “reading a book” or sitting around the firepit with the heater going if it was too cold. She could also be found with the swimming ladies at the pool in the summer and going out to eat when it was colder. Her most prized possession was her family. She loved watching sports whether it be the Huskers, high school basketball, freshman volleyball or youth bowling. She took great pride in her granddaughter and spoiling her and was just as excited to welcome her grandson that would have been another joy in her life. She also enjoyed vacationing with family and friends whether it be to Estes Park or Jamaica, always having a great time.

Ann is survived by her husband, Stephen, her daughter Tara and her husband Toby Wright of Rapid City, South Dakota and their daughter, Payton, her son Matthew and his girlfriend Christina of Alliance, Nebraska, and their expected son, and her brother, Scott (Roz) Trusdale of Cozad, Nebraska.&nbsp; She is also survived by Steve’s siblings, Nancy Lyster of Alliance, Nebraska, Mitch (Shari) Lyster of McCook, Nebraska, and Wendy (Greg) Wickard of Bridgeport, Nebraska and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Jean Trusdale and in-laws Keith and Jeri Lyster.

Memorial services will be Thursday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance with the Reverend Sue Spencer officiating. Casual attire is preferred.&nbsp; Please join us following the ceremony at Skyview Golf Course to celebrate and honor the life of Ann.

In remembrance of Ann’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the family for a memorial to be determined at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Ann Lyster, 70, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado.&nbsp; She was born September 26, 1952 in Topeka, Kansas to William P. and Donna Jean (Henry) Trusdale.&nbsp; She grew up in Cozad, Nebraska graduating from Cozad High School in 1970.&nbsp; She then attended Hastings College receiving her BA degree in Education in 1974.&nbsp; While attending college, she met Stephen C. Lyster of Alliance.&nbsp; They were married on June 1, 1973 in Cozad.&nbsp; To this union two children, Tara and Matthew, were born.&nbsp; The family moved to Alliance in 1985 from Ogallala, Nebraska where she had taught at St. Luke’s Elementary School.&nbsp; While in Alliance, Ann taught at Grandview Elementary and later at Emerson Elementary School until her retirement. After her retirement, she continued subbing until limited by her health. She loved teaching and seeing the children succeed.Ann enjoyed sitting on the deck in the backyard enjoying the sun “reading a book” or sitting around the firepit with the heater going if it was too cold. She could also be found with the swimming ladies at the pool in the summer and going out to eat when it was colder. Her most prized possession was her family. She loved watching sports whether it be the Huskers, high school basketball, freshman volleyball or youth bowling. She took great pride in her granddaughter and spoiling her and was just as excited to welcome her grandson that would have been another joy in her life. She also enjoyed vacationing with family and friends whether it be to Estes Park or Jamaica, always having a great time.Ann is survived by her husband, Stephen, her daughter Tara and her husband Toby Wright of Rapid City, South Dakota and their daughter, Payton, her son Matthew and his girlfriend Christina of Alliance, Nebraska, and their expected son, and her brother, Scott (Roz) Trusdale of Cozad, Nebraska.&nbsp; She is also survived by Steve’s siblings, Nancy Lyster of Alliance, Nebraska, Mitch (Shari) Lyster of McCook, Nebraska, and Wendy (Greg) Wickard of Bridgeport, Nebraska and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Jean Trusdale and in-laws Keith and Jeri Lyster.Memorial services will be Thursday, March 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance with the Reverend Sue Spencer officiating. Casual attire is preferred.&nbsp; Please join us following the ceremony at Skyview Golf Course to celebrate and honor the life of Ann.In remembrance of Ann’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the family for a memorial to be determined at a later date.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ann Lyster (1952 - 2023)

Longtime Goodland, KS resident Ray Henry Lalicker, 86, passed away 
on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center in 
Goodland.

Ray was born on December 2, 1936, in Garden City, Kansas, to Earl and 
Inez (Hunter) Lalicker.&nbsp; He was one of five children.&nbsp; He graduated from
 Garden City High School in 1954 where he enjoyed many friendships and 
participating in the marching, jazz, and concert bands. After high 
school he served in the Air Force as a flight simulator technician.

In June of 1957, Ray married Shirley Cass in Burwell, NE.&nbsp; To this 
union three sons were born; Ray D., Dewayne, and Monty.&nbsp; He worked as a 
heavy equipment operator for many years for Cass Construction in 
Burwell, NE.&nbsp; In 1970, they moved to Goodland, where he operated heavy 
equipment and later owned and operated his own land leveling business.&nbsp; 
Later, he married Janice (Smith) McClelland.&nbsp;

Ray enjoyed camping, fishing, and playing cards and he could often be
 found watching sports. He especially liked his Nebraska Huskers, Kansas
 City Chiefs, and KU Basketball. He loved spending time with his family 
including his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Jan, two sisters 
Della Stover and Eunice (Pete) Whitman, one brother Forrest Burgett, 
stepchildren Jimmie McClelland and Tammy Barnes, and one granddaughter 
Jenny McClelland.

He is survived by his brother Jerry (Donnie) Lalicker of Garden City,
 KS; his sons Ray D. (Jamie) Lalicker and Dewayne (Lori) Lalicker both 
of Goodland, KS and Monty (Casey) Lalicker of Aurora, CO; a stepdaughter
 Rhonda (Dale) Skrdlant of Alliance, NE; a niece Cindy (Keith) Bowman of
 Goodland, KS. &nbsp;He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; Eric (Destiny) 
Lalicker of Ashland, KS, Doug (Heather) Lalicker of Graham, WA, Trista 
(Mike) Zimmerman of Goodland, KS, Brett (Ann) Lalicker of Phoenix, AZ, 
Ryan Lalicker of Hays, KS, Matthew Lalicker of Goodland, KS, Christina 
(Sean) Hodelin of Denver, CO, Jeff Lalicker of Denver, CO, Jeremy 
Skrdlant of Goodland, KS and Tyler McClelland of Goodland, KS, as well 
as 10 great-grandchildren and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ray-Lalicker">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Longtime Goodland, KS resident Ray Henry Lalicker, 86, passed away 
on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center in 
Goodland.Ray was born on December 2, 1936, in Garden City, Kansas, to Earl and 
Inez (Hunter) Lalicker.&nbsp; He was one of five children.&nbsp; He graduated from
 Garden City High School in 1954 where he enjoyed many friendships and 
participating in the marching, jazz, and concert bands. After high 
school he served in the Air Force as a flight simulator technician.In June of 1957, Ray married Shirley Cass in Burwell, NE.&nbsp; To this 
union three sons were born; Ray D., Dewayne, and Monty.&nbsp; He worked as a 
heavy equipment operator for many years for Cass Construction in 
Burwell, NE.&nbsp; In 1970, they moved to Goodland, where he operated heavy 
equipment and later owned and operated his own land leveling business.&nbsp; 
Later, he married Janice (Smith) McClelland.&nbsp;Ray enjoyed camping, fishing, and playing cards and he could often be
 found watching sports. He especially liked his Nebraska Huskers, Kansas
 City Chiefs, and KU Basketball. He loved spending time with his family 
including his grandchildren and great grandchildren.Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Jan, two sisters 
Della Stover and Eunice (Pete) Whitman, one brother Forrest Burgett, 
stepchildren Jimmie McClelland and Tammy Barnes, and one granddaughter 
Jenny McClelland.He is survived by his brother Jerry (Donnie) Lalicker of Garden City,
 KS; his sons Ray D. (Jamie) Lalicker and Dewayne (Lori) Lalicker both 
of Goodland, KS and Monty (Casey) Lalicker of Aurora, CO; a stepdaughter
 Rhonda (Dale) Skrdlant of Alliance, NE; a niece Cindy (Keith) Bowman of
 Goodland, KS. &nbsp;He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; Eric (Destiny) 
Lalicker of Ashland, KS, Doug (Heather) Lalicker of Graham, WA, Trista 
(Mike) Zimmerman of Goodland, KS, Brett (Ann) Lalicker of Phoenix, AZ, 
Ryan Lalicker of Hays, KS, Matthew Lalicker of Goodland, KS, Christina 
(Sean) Hodelin of Denver, CO, Jeff Lalicker of Denver, CO, Jeremy 
Skrdlant of Goodland, KS and Tyler McClelland of Goodland, KS, as well 
as 10 great-grandchildren and numerous other nieces and nephews.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ray-Lalicker">HERE</a> for service details.

Ray Henry Lalicker

Judith Ann Limon was born August 24, 1947 in rural Nebraska to Lloyd and Wilma Carlson. She died March 4, 2023 at her home in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

She attended high school at Hay Springs, Nebraska High School. Her fondest memories of that time were as a cheerleader on the prep squad. After high school she attended business collage in Denver, Colorado.

Judith’s work history encompassed a variety of occupations including working for the newspaper, State of Wyoming and owning and operating a restaurant and a bar. However, at heart Judith was a foodie-selecting food, preparing food, and eating food. Many of her working years in Cheyenne were spent in the food business at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness.

During her many years in Cheyenne, she most enjoyed going to garage sales and finding the perfect western painting, Native American item, or items representing the Old West.

She is survived by her daughter Kimberly Plum (Kenneth) and her son Jonathan Limon (Andrea) and by her beloved grandchildren: Daniel Miller, Rachell Tucker, Rebekah Allen, Jacob Miller, Renee Perea, Mia Limon, Vincent Limon, as well as nine great grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers Larry Carlson and Merle Carlson and two sisters Connie Jordan and Nancy Walker.

Funeral Services will be held in Cheyenne, Wyoming on Friday March 10, 2023 at 4:30 PM. Graveside services will take place at the Hay Springs, Nebraska cemetery Saturday March 11, 2023 at1:00 PM. &nbsp;Arrangements are being handled by Weiderspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes locally at 1900 East 19th Street Cheyenne, Wyoming and by Chamberlain-Drabbels mortuary in Hay Springs, Nebraska.

Memorials may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbles Mortuary PO Box 443 Hay Springs, Nebraska 69347.

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 </figure>Judith Ann Limon was born August 24, 1947 in rural Nebraska to Lloyd and Wilma Carlson. She died March 4, 2023 at her home in Cheyenne, Wyoming.She attended high school at Hay Springs, Nebraska High School. Her fondest memories of that time were as a cheerleader on the prep squad. After high school she attended business collage in Denver, Colorado.Judith’s work history encompassed a variety of occupations including working for the newspaper, State of Wyoming and owning and operating a restaurant and a bar. However, at heart Judith was a foodie-selecting food, preparing food, and eating food. Many of her working years in Cheyenne were spent in the food business at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness.During her many years in Cheyenne, she most enjoyed going to garage sales and finding the perfect western painting, Native American item, or items representing the Old West.She is survived by her daughter Kimberly Plum (Kenneth) and her son Jonathan Limon (Andrea) and by her beloved grandchildren: Daniel Miller, Rachell Tucker, Rebekah Allen, Jacob Miller, Renee Perea, Mia Limon, Vincent Limon, as well as nine great grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers Larry Carlson and Merle Carlson and two sisters Connie Jordan and Nancy Walker.Funeral Services will be held in Cheyenne, Wyoming on Friday March 10, 2023 at 4:30 PM. Graveside services will take place at the Hay Springs, Nebraska cemetery Saturday March 11, 2023 at1:00 PM. &nbsp;Arrangements are being handled by Weiderspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes locally at 1900 East 19th Street Cheyenne, Wyoming and by Chamberlain-Drabbels mortuary in Hay Springs, Nebraska.Memorials may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbles Mortuary PO Box 443 Hay Springs, Nebraska 69347.

Judith Ann Limon (1947- 2023)

Zachary “Zach” Daniel Turbiville unexpectedly passed away on March 8, 2023, from a massive heart attack. He was born to Lyman and Gail Turbiville on February 9, 1985, in Spearfish, SD. Zach welcomed his baby sister, Samantha, into the family in 1987. The family lived in Camp Crook and spent a lot of time on the family ranch where he developed his strong work ethic that he carried with him throughout his life. The family then moved to Chadron, NE in 1998 when Zach was in the 8th grade.

During his high school years, Zach enjoyed playing golf, basketball and participating in youth group activities. In his spare time, he worked at County Kitchen. After spending a semester in Chadron State college, he decided to continue his career at Country Kitchen and eventually became a co-owner.

Zach enjoyed spending time with his friends playing disc golf, going to concerts, playing pick-up basketball, softball, and participating in pool league. He also enjoyed playing weekly card games (pinochle) with his parents. Zach was described by friends and family as being a genuine and caring person with a truly kind soul. His compassion and kindness were most apparent when he was playing with children of his friends and family members. He also loved dogs and regularly cared for friends and families’ pets while they were out of town.

Anyone who knew Zach, knew all they had to do was ask and he would be there to lend a helping hand. He will be sorely missed by everyone who had the opportunity to know him. He is survived by his dog Molly, parents Gail and Lyman Turbiville of Chadron, NE, sister Samantha (Zack) Olson, niece Kaylee, and nephews Ryan and Ethan of Ansley, NE. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Zach is preceded in death by grandparents, Dick &amp; Marie Arnold of Boulder, MT, and Gene &amp; Leora Turbiville of Camp Crook, SD.

Funeral services will be held at Ridgeview Bible Church at 10:00am on Friday, March 17, 2023, with burial following at Greenwood Cemetery. A reception will immediately follow at Ridgeview Bible Church. The family would like to thank everyone for all of the thoughts, prayers, and calls.

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 </figure>Zachary “Zach” Daniel Turbiville unexpectedly passed away on March 8, 2023, from a massive heart attack. He was born to Lyman and Gail Turbiville on February 9, 1985, in Spearfish, SD. Zach welcomed his baby sister, Samantha, into the family in 1987. The family lived in Camp Crook and spent a lot of time on the family ranch where he developed his strong work ethic that he carried with him throughout his life. The family then moved to Chadron, NE in 1998 when Zach was in the 8th grade.During his high school years, Zach enjoyed playing golf, basketball and participating in youth group activities. In his spare time, he worked at County Kitchen. After spending a semester in Chadron State college, he decided to continue his career at Country Kitchen and eventually became a co-owner.Zach enjoyed spending time with his friends playing disc golf, going to concerts, playing pick-up basketball, softball, and participating in pool league. He also enjoyed playing weekly card games (pinochle) with his parents. Zach was described by friends and family as being a genuine and caring person with a truly kind soul. His compassion and kindness were most apparent when he was playing with children of his friends and family members. He also loved dogs and regularly cared for friends and families’ pets while they were out of town.Anyone who knew Zach, knew all they had to do was ask and he would be there to lend a helping hand. He will be sorely missed by everyone who had the opportunity to know him. He is survived by his dog Molly, parents Gail and Lyman Turbiville of Chadron, NE, sister Samantha (Zack) Olson, niece Kaylee, and nephews Ryan and Ethan of Ansley, NE. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Zach is preceded in death by grandparents, Dick &amp; Marie Arnold of Boulder, MT, and Gene &amp; Leora Turbiville of Camp Crook, SD.Funeral services will be held at Ridgeview Bible Church at 10:00am on Friday, March 17, 2023, with burial following at Greenwood Cemetery. A reception will immediately follow at Ridgeview Bible Church. The family would like to thank everyone for all of the thoughts, prayers, and calls.

Zachary “Zach” Daniel Turbiville (1985 - 2023)

Lois Mae Gillett, 70, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard, NE.

She was born February 27, 1953 in Alliance to Dale and Iona (Chubb) Vandervort.

Lois was a mother, aunt, sister, grandmother and if you ever knew her you would have had a lifetime friend. She lived and worked in Gordon at the Hacienda restaurant.&nbsp; In 1976 she was united in marriage to Everett Roy Gillett in Hot Springs, SD. Following their marriage they lived in Ardmore, SD and 4 children were born to this union.&nbsp; They were married for 46 years.&nbsp; She had many interests including reading, camping, fishing, knitting and enjoying games of Monopoly and Yahtzee. She will truly be missed.

She is survived by her husband, Everett, her sons, Jimmy Gillett and Ron Gillett, her daughters, Ione Gillett and Lola Gillett, her daughter-in-law, Holly J. Gillett and 4 grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters and brother-in law, Leona and Robert Bloomer and Vesta Whaley, her nieces and nephews, Bobbie Bloomer, Dale Bloomer, Jamie Whaley, Philip Whaley, Jeff Whaley, Sam Stevenson and Dan Stevenson.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marilyn.

Memorial services will be Saturday, March 18 at 3:00 p.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Alliance.&nbsp; Pastor Jim Settle will officiate.

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 </figure>Lois Mae Gillett, 70, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard, NE.She was born February 27, 1953 in Alliance to Dale and Iona (Chubb) Vandervort.Lois was a mother, aunt, sister, grandmother and if you ever knew her you would have had a lifetime friend. She lived and worked in Gordon at the Hacienda restaurant.&nbsp; In 1976 she was united in marriage to Everett Roy Gillett in Hot Springs, SD. Following their marriage they lived in Ardmore, SD and 4 children were born to this union.&nbsp; They were married for 46 years.&nbsp; She had many interests including reading, camping, fishing, knitting and enjoying games of Monopoly and Yahtzee. She will truly be missed.She is survived by her husband, Everett, her sons, Jimmy Gillett and Ron Gillett, her daughters, Ione Gillett and Lola Gillett, her daughter-in-law, Holly J. Gillett and 4 grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sisters and brother-in law, Leona and Robert Bloomer and Vesta Whaley, her nieces and nephews, Bobbie Bloomer, Dale Bloomer, Jamie Whaley, Philip Whaley, Jeff Whaley, Sam Stevenson and Dan Stevenson.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marilyn.Memorial services will be Saturday, March 18 at 3:00 p.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Alliance.&nbsp; Pastor Jim Settle will officiate.

Lois Mae Gillett (1953 - 2023)

Dora Mae (Stauffacher) Darveau entered into rest at Highland Park Care Center on March 12, 2023 at the age of 93.&nbsp;

Dora was born at the family home north of Hemingford, Nebraska, on May 8, 1930 to Rudolph Warner and Victoria Hildegarde (Johnson) Stauffacher.&nbsp; Her twin brother, Ray Harry, was stillborn.&nbsp; Her other siblings are Ruth McFall, Norma Smith, Rudolph (Rudy) Staff, Frederic (Ted) Stauffacher, Shirley Damer (all deceased), Audrey Cowardin and Marjorie Cowardin.&nbsp; Dora was never happier than when she was with her brothers and sisters.

Dora attended rustic country schools, first at Nonpareil School District 29 and then at Lawn School District 20, where she took two grades in one year.&nbsp; Dora attended Hemingford High School for two years until her brother Rudy (called Buddy at the time) was ready for high school.&nbsp; Her parents sent both to the Nebraska School of Agriculture boarding high school in Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; Dora graduated from high school in 1947 at age 16.&nbsp;

In the summer of 1947, Dora worked as a waitress at a cafe in Alliance, waiting to turn 21 when she could attend a nursing school in Omaha.&nbsp; In the meantime, she fell in love with Edward Darveau and they married March 6, 1948 at her parents' farm home, northwest of Hemingford. They began their married life by joining the newly forming Lutheran Church as charter members, and became the last two living charter members of St. Johns, contributing to their religious community throughout their lives.&nbsp; She never made it to that nursing school, too busy building a farm and family together with Ed. Their children are Mary (Rich Smith), David (Kathy), and Kenneth (Elizabeth).

Dora and Ed lived on a farm south of Hemingford until April, 1954, when they moved to their current farm southwest of Hemingford.&nbsp; They lived the rest of their lives there.&nbsp; Dora saw to it that her children were involved in 4-H, and took them to many years of piano lessons and swimming lessons, despite being a 25-mile drive to Alliance during wheat harvest, when she was also cooking and packing huge harvest meals out to the wheat fields for the harvest crew, which was the rest of the family.&nbsp; When all of Ed and Dora’s children were living at home, the family went to church every Sunday and as soon as they returned from service, their tradition was for Dora to pack a lunch and Ed to hook up the boat so the family could go water-skiing every Sunday afternoon in the summertime.

After all her children had graduated from high school, Dora took nurse's training, finally realizing a long-deferred dream, graduating first in her class and receiving the designation of Best All-Around Nurse.&nbsp; Again, she managed to get large meals on the table for all the working family while attending classes in Alliance.&nbsp; She then worked at Box Butte General Hospital for several years, fulfilling her youthful aspirations.&nbsp;

After retiring from nursing, she helped with the farm field work, driving a 4WD Case tractor Ed bought for her, known as "Dora's tractor".&nbsp; This was when air-conditioning for tractors was new, and her tractor had that and Venetian blinds!&nbsp;

Ed and Dora traveled extensively from the beginning of their marriage, after harvest each year.&nbsp; There were family vacations with their children at first, and later they traveled with friends and family.&nbsp; They traveled to all 50 states, to our neighbors to the north and south, and to Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp; There were also many fishing trips, near and far, many with extended family and friends.

Dora loved to read.&nbsp; Later, as farm duties eased, she played the piano, taking lessons into her 70s and creating a beautiful CD of her music.&nbsp; She also loved tole painting, rock painting, making baskets, purses, and other crafts.&nbsp; She shared her love of music with her grandchildren; she taught them piano lessons, took them to music classes, and the family now has a collection of rocks painted as kittens, turtles and bugs, some are exquisite (Dora) and some delightful (grandchildren).&nbsp;

Dora was a long-time member of Nebraska Wheat Hearts and Modern Mothers Extension Club, holding several official positions in both organizations over the years.

Dora is survived by her husband, Edward of 75 years and children Mary (Rich Smith), David (Kathleen) and Kenneth (Liz), all of Hemingford; grandchildren Terra (Will) Pogue, Aurelia (Dan) Skavdahl, Willow Smith, Gabriel (Megan) Darveau and August (Jackie) Darveau.&nbsp; She was very involved in her grandchildren’s' lives, encouraging them with artistic and musical creativity but also taking care of a grandkid or two nearly every day.&nbsp; She has eight great-grandchildren and when she would be apt to forget other things, she would remember the name of a great grandchild.

There will be a viewing on Tuesday, March 14 at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home from 2-6 pm. Family members will be present at the viewing from 4-6 pm to greet friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at St. John's United Lutheran Church on Wednesday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Megan Morrow officiating.&nbsp; Luncheon will follow at the church with interment at Hemingford Cemetery at 1:30 pm. The service will be live-streamed via the church Facebook page - Alliance NE St John’s Lutheran - and is also linked to the church’s website: www.alliancestjohns.org (scroll down to the Facebook Feed on the front page).

Memorials may be sent to St. John's Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dora Mae (Stauffacher) Darveau entered into rest at Highland Park Care Center on March 12, 2023 at the age of 93.&nbsp;Dora was born at the family home north of Hemingford, Nebraska, on May 8, 1930 to Rudolph Warner and Victoria Hildegarde (Johnson) Stauffacher.&nbsp; Her twin brother, Ray Harry, was stillborn.&nbsp; Her other siblings are Ruth McFall, Norma Smith, Rudolph (Rudy) Staff, Frederic (Ted) Stauffacher, Shirley Damer (all deceased), Audrey Cowardin and Marjorie Cowardin.&nbsp; Dora was never happier than when she was with her brothers and sisters.Dora attended rustic country schools, first at Nonpareil School District 29 and then at Lawn School District 20, where she took two grades in one year.&nbsp; Dora attended Hemingford High School for two years until her brother Rudy (called Buddy at the time) was ready for high school.&nbsp; Her parents sent both to the Nebraska School of Agriculture boarding high school in Curtis, Nebraska.&nbsp; Dora graduated from high school in 1947 at age 16.&nbsp;In the summer of 1947, Dora worked as a waitress at a cafe in Alliance, waiting to turn 21 when she could attend a nursing school in Omaha.&nbsp; In the meantime, she fell in love with Edward Darveau and they married March 6, 1948 at her parents' farm home, northwest of Hemingford. They began their married life by joining the newly forming Lutheran Church as charter members, and became the last two living charter members of St. Johns, contributing to their religious community throughout their lives.&nbsp; She never made it to that nursing school, too busy building a farm and family together with Ed. Their children are Mary (Rich Smith), David (Kathy), and Kenneth (Elizabeth).Dora and Ed lived on a farm south of Hemingford until April, 1954, when they moved to their current farm southwest of Hemingford.&nbsp; They lived the rest of their lives there.&nbsp; Dora saw to it that her children were involved in 4-H, and took them to many years of piano lessons and swimming lessons, despite being a 25-mile drive to Alliance during wheat harvest, when she was also cooking and packing huge harvest meals out to the wheat fields for the harvest crew, which was the rest of the family.&nbsp; When all of Ed and Dora’s children were living at home, the family went to church every Sunday and as soon as they returned from service, their tradition was for Dora to pack a lunch and Ed to hook up the boat so the family could go water-skiing every Sunday afternoon in the summertime.After all her children had graduated from high school, Dora took nurse's training, finally realizing a long-deferred dream, graduating first in her class and receiving the designation of Best All-Around Nurse.&nbsp; Again, she managed to get large meals on the table for all the working family while attending classes in Alliance.&nbsp; She then worked at Box Butte General Hospital for several years, fulfilling her youthful aspirations.&nbsp;After retiring from nursing, she helped with the farm field work, driving a 4WD Case tractor Ed bought for her, known as "Dora's tractor".&nbsp; This was when air-conditioning for tractors was new, and her tractor had that and Venetian blinds!&nbsp;Ed and Dora traveled extensively from the beginning of their marriage, after harvest each year.&nbsp; There were family vacations with their children at first, and later they traveled with friends and family.&nbsp; They traveled to all 50 states, to our neighbors to the north and south, and to Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp; There were also many fishing trips, near and far, many with extended family and friends.Dora loved to read.&nbsp; Later, as farm duties eased, she played the piano, taking lessons into her 70s and creating a beautiful CD of her music.&nbsp; She also loved tole painting, rock painting, making baskets, purses, and other crafts.&nbsp; She shared her love of music with her grandchildren; she taught them piano lessons, took them to music classes, and the family now has a collection of rocks painted as kittens, turtles and bugs, some are exquisite (Dora) and some delightful (grandchildren).&nbsp;Dora was a long-time member of Nebraska Wheat Hearts and Modern Mothers Extension Club, holding several official positions in both organizations over the years.Dora is survived by her husband, Edward of 75 years and children Mary (Rich Smith), David (Kathleen) and Kenneth (Liz), all of Hemingford; grandchildren Terra (Will) Pogue, Aurelia (Dan) Skavdahl, Willow Smith, Gabriel (Megan) Darveau and August (Jackie) Darveau.&nbsp; She was very involved in her grandchildren’s' lives, encouraging them with artistic and musical creativity but also taking care of a grandkid or two nearly every day.&nbsp; She has eight great-grandchildren and when she would be apt to forget other things, she would remember the name of a great grandchild.There will be a viewing on Tuesday, March 14 at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home from 2-6 pm. Family members will be present at the viewing from 4-6 pm to greet friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at St. John's United Lutheran Church on Wednesday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Megan Morrow officiating.&nbsp; Luncheon will follow at the church with interment at Hemingford Cemetery at 1:30 pm. The service will be live-streamed via the church Facebook page - Alliance NE St John’s Lutheran - and is also linked to the church’s website: www.alliancestjohns.org (scroll down to the Facebook Feed on the front page).Memorials may be sent to St. John's Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Dora Mae (Stauffacher) Darveau (1930 - 2023)

Lillian May "Babe" Richardson was born September 5th, 1931, in 
Kimball, Nebraska to parents Paul and Mary Brown. She attended grade 
school in the rural Scottsbluff area and graduated from Scottsbluff High
 School in 1950.

After high school, Babe worked as a wrangler at the Wildcat Dude Ranch
 and hostess at Bernie’s Corral Restaurant in the Scottsbluff, NE area. 
She then moved to Ohio where she attended college and worked in Chicago 
as an airline ticket agent. Babe took flying lessons on a single engine 
tail dragger airplane while living in Ohio. Eventually, she moved back 
to Nebraska and met her future husband while working as a bank teller in
 Scottsbluff when a co-worker invited her to go out with a group of 
friends and set Babe up on a blind date.

In January of 1959, Babe was united in marriage to Robert (Bob) 
Richardson. To this union three sons were born, Don, Marvin and Robert

The couple lived on the family’s ranch northwest of Crawford until 
1974 when they moved to a home in the city of Crawford. Babe worked as 
head of housekeeping for Fort Robinson and for many years at the 
Ponderosa Nursing Home in Crawford. She was very active in the community
 belonging to many clubs and organizations and was a staunch supporter 
of the Crawford Fire Department.

Babe was a member of the Crawford United Methodist Church (UNMC) and 
became a representative from the panhandle region of Nebraska for the 
United Methodist Nebraska conference. In her late 70’s she became a lay 
speaker with the UNMC and for multiple years served as pastor for the 
Harrison United Methodist Church and interim pastor at Crawford UNMC.

Babe loved to embroider and quilt, winning awards with her quilts. 
She was never without a camera, taking pictures of her family, friends 
and flower garden at every opportunity. She was an avid reader of 
mystery novels and enjoyed being part of the Crawford community. She was
 a devoted wife, mother, friend and grandmother.

Babe passed away on Monday February 27th, 2023, at the Brookstone 
Meadows Skilled Nursing Center in Elkhorn, Nebraska, surrounded by her 
sons. Preceding her in death were her husband Robert (Bob) Richardson, 
father Paul Brown, mother Mary Krieg, step father Marvin Nelson, sister 
Violet Becker and many close friends and relatives.

She is survived by her three sons and their families Don and Mary Ann
 Richardson (of Winton, North Carolina, Marvin and Margo Richardson (of 
Albuquerque, New Mexico) and Bob and Rhonda Richardson (of Omaha, 
Nebraska), grand children Andrew and Kaitlinn Richardson, step 
grandchildren Maria Sargent, Melissa Adams, Erin O’Reilly, Katie Britt, 
Carissa Lawson, Melissa Phillips, CJ Hines, and Shurri Marie.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 8th, at 11am at the 
Crawford United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow at the Crawford 
cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Crawford Fire Department and the 
Crawford United Methodist Church. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain 
Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Lillian May "Babe" Richardson was born September 5th, 1931, in 
Kimball, Nebraska to parents Paul and Mary Brown. She attended grade 
school in the rural Scottsbluff area and graduated from Scottsbluff High
 School in 1950.After high school, Babe worked as a wrangler at the Wildcat Dude Ranch
 and hostess at Bernie’s Corral Restaurant in the Scottsbluff, NE area. 
She then moved to Ohio where she attended college and worked in Chicago 
as an airline ticket agent. Babe took flying lessons on a single engine 
tail dragger airplane while living in Ohio. Eventually, she moved back 
to Nebraska and met her future husband while working as a bank teller in
 Scottsbluff when a co-worker invited her to go out with a group of 
friends and set Babe up on a blind date.In January of 1959, Babe was united in marriage to Robert (Bob) 
Richardson. To this union three sons were born, Don, Marvin and RobertThe couple lived on the family’s ranch northwest of Crawford until 
1974 when they moved to a home in the city of Crawford. Babe worked as 
head of housekeeping for Fort Robinson and for many years at the 
Ponderosa Nursing Home in Crawford. She was very active in the community
 belonging to many clubs and organizations and was a staunch supporter 
of the Crawford Fire Department.Babe was a member of the Crawford United Methodist Church (UNMC) and 
became a representative from the panhandle region of Nebraska for the 
United Methodist Nebraska conference. In her late 70’s she became a lay 
speaker with the UNMC and for multiple years served as pastor for the 
Harrison United Methodist Church and interim pastor at Crawford UNMC.Babe loved to embroider and quilt, winning awards with her quilts. 
She was never without a camera, taking pictures of her family, friends 
and flower garden at every opportunity. She was an avid reader of 
mystery novels and enjoyed being part of the Crawford community. She was
 a devoted wife, mother, friend and grandmother.Babe passed away on Monday February 27th, 2023, at the Brookstone 
Meadows Skilled Nursing Center in Elkhorn, Nebraska, surrounded by her 
sons. Preceding her in death were her husband Robert (Bob) Richardson, 
father Paul Brown, mother Mary Krieg, step father Marvin Nelson, sister 
Violet Becker and many close friends and relatives.She is survived by her three sons and their families Don and Mary Ann
 Richardson (of Winton, North Carolina, Marvin and Margo Richardson (of 
Albuquerque, New Mexico) and Bob and Rhonda Richardson (of Omaha, 
Nebraska), grand children Andrew and Kaitlinn Richardson, step 
grandchildren Maria Sargent, Melissa Adams, Erin O’Reilly, Katie Britt, 
Carissa Lawson, Melissa Phillips, CJ Hines, and Shurri Marie.Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 8th, at 11am at the 
Crawford United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow at the Crawford 
cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Crawford Fire Department and the 
Crawford United Methodist Church. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain 
Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Lillian May 'Babe' Richardson (1931 - 2023)

Sandra Janine Munn age 68 passed away peacefully at her ranch home southwest of Mullen, NE, March 9, 2023.

Sandy was born on September 29, 1954, in Alliance, NE to Bob and Eileen (Easton) Merrihew.

She attended Swede Valley School and later Hyannis High School, graduating in 1972. After high school she attended Western Nebraska Tecincal College.

Sandy worked in Ogallala as a secretary at the Ogallala Hospital, she did “Yard Work” at the Sale Barn in Ogallala and was a secretary at the Hyannis Schools.

Sandy and Charlie were married July 17, 1976, in Hyannis. They were blessed with two sons and a daughter. Corey, Phil, and Marla.

She was a true rancher’s wife. Sandy knew her horses and cattle – from riding a green colt to pulling a calf if she had to. She helped put up a lot of hay for Bob and later for Charlie. She also fed a lot of hay for Charlie.

Sandy was an excellent cook for brandings and cattle work. If you went away hungry it was your own fault.

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 </figure>Sandra Janine Munn age 68 passed away peacefully at her ranch home southwest of Mullen, NE, March 9, 2023.Sandy was born on September 29, 1954, in Alliance, NE to Bob and Eileen (Easton) Merrihew.She attended Swede Valley School and later Hyannis High School, graduating in 1972. After high school she attended Western Nebraska Tecincal College.Sandy worked in Ogallala as a secretary at the Ogallala Hospital, she did “Yard Work” at the Sale Barn in Ogallala and was a secretary at the Hyannis Schools.Sandy and Charlie were married July 17, 1976, in Hyannis. They were blessed with two sons and a daughter. Corey, Phil, and Marla.She was a true rancher’s wife. Sandy knew her horses and cattle – from riding a green colt to pulling a calf if she had to. She helped put up a lot of hay for Bob and later for Charlie. She also fed a lot of hay for Charlie.Sandy was an excellent cook for brandings and cattle work. If you went away hungry it was your own fault.She dearly loved her grandkids, lawn work, did leather work, crocheting, knitting, quilting, and gardening.Sandy was preceded in death by her parents Bob and Eileen Merrihew, mother and father-in-law John and Frances Munn, and a sister-in-law Marcy Merrihew.Sandy is survived by her husband Charlie, daughter Marla, sons Corey and Phil, three grandchildren Haley, Justice, and Wyatt, brothers Jerry (Cheryl) Merrihew, and Neil Merrihew, nieces, nephews, cousins, many friends, including Dawn Lotspeich (special friend), relatives, and neighbors.Memorials are suggested to Hooker County Ambulance Replacement Fund or Donor’s Choice.Memorial services will be Friday, March 17, 2023, at 2:00 pm MT at the Hooker County Community Building in Mullen with Charlene Connell officiating. Inurnment will be in the Cedarview Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 16th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm MT at the Mullen Funeral Home in Mullen, NE. Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

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