Larry Lynes, 81, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022 at Crest View Care Center in Chadron.

He was born May 27, 1941 in Oshkosh, NE to Ezra and Lillian (Sindelar) Lynes and was named Robert Larry Lines.&nbsp;

On December 22, 1962 he was united in marriage to Tamara J. Hodges in Julesburg, Colorado.

Larry managed the lumber yard in Chappell, NE for many years before moving to Alliance in 1994 when he became the assistant manager at Century Lumber.&nbsp; In 2007 he and his son, Vaughn, opened a gun shop called V&amp;L Sports which they operated until 2014.&nbsp; He continued working after that distributing the Scottsbluff Star-Herald.&nbsp; He was a member of the United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his children, Connie (Tony) Drew and Vaughn Lynes of Alliance and Cindy Johnson of Amarillo, TX.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kiersten Johnson of Houston, TX and Noah Drew of Alliance.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Funeral services will be Monday, October 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be one hour prior to service time at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Crest View Care Center in Chadron or the Alliance United Methodist Church.

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

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 </figure>Larry Lynes, 81, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022 at Crest View Care Center in Chadron.He was born May 27, 1941 in Oshkosh, NE to Ezra and Lillian (Sindelar) Lynes and was named Robert Larry Lines.&nbsp;On December 22, 1962 he was united in marriage to Tamara J. Hodges in Julesburg, Colorado.Larry managed the lumber yard in Chappell, NE for many years before moving to Alliance in 1994 when he became the assistant manager at Century Lumber.&nbsp; In 2007 he and his son, Vaughn, opened a gun shop called V&amp;L Sports which they operated until 2014.&nbsp; He continued working after that distributing the Scottsbluff Star-Herald.&nbsp; He was a member of the United Methodist Church.He is survived by his children, Connie (Tony) Drew and Vaughn Lynes of Alliance and Cindy Johnson of Amarillo, TX.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kiersten Johnson of Houston, TX and Noah Drew of Alliance.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.Funeral services will be Monday, October 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be one hour prior to service time at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Crest View Care Center in Chadron or the Alliance United Methodist Church.Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Larry Lynes (1941 - 2022)

Marcella “Jean” Muhr , age 93 of Heritage Estates, Gering, NE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 19, 2019, at Gering Memorial Chapel, Gering, NE with her grandson Matthew Fanning officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, October 18, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Memorials will be decided by the family at a later time. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>.

She was born on July 12, 1926 in a sod house at Lisco, NE to Clive and Anna Pearl “Rutten” Shryer. She was one of six children.

She was part of nurses training during World War II. She was a great cook-everything was made from scratch. She enjoyed writing letters and sending cards for special occasions. Her mind was as sharp as a tack to the very end. She spent a lifetime helping people especially her family. She loved her children and grandchildren immensely. She had a great sense of humor. Her love for God was known by many. She loved to talk about Jesus and the Bible and would use a magnifying glass while reading scripture. She attended church and enjoyed bible study groups.

Jean married Carl Muhr Feb 15, 1948. From this union was born five children. Lee (Loretta) Muhr of Gering, NE; Gwen (James) Hargrave of LaVista, NE; James Muhr of Harrisburg, NE; Carla (David) Fanning, Bayard, NE and Ann (Dan) Twombly of Bayard, NE. 15 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. She is also survived by brother Lonnie Shryer of Granada Hills, CA and sister Merna Hatcher of Gering, NE.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, parents Clive and Anna Pearl Shryer, brothers Ken Shryer, Vern Shryer and sister Mary Middleton.

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 </figure>Marcella “Jean” Muhr , age 93 of Heritage Estates, Gering, NE went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Her memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 19, 2019, at Gering Memorial Chapel, Gering, NE with her grandson Matthew Fanning officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, October 18, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Memorials will be decided by the family at a later time. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>.She was born on July 12, 1926 in a sod house at Lisco, NE to Clive and Anna Pearl “Rutten” Shryer. She was one of six children.She was part of nurses training during World War II. She was a great cook-everything was made from scratch. She enjoyed writing letters and sending cards for special occasions. Her mind was as sharp as a tack to the very end. She spent a lifetime helping people especially her family. She loved her children and grandchildren immensely. She had a great sense of humor. Her love for God was known by many. She loved to talk about Jesus and the Bible and would use a magnifying glass while reading scripture. She attended church and enjoyed bible study groups.Jean married Carl Muhr Feb 15, 1948. From this union was born five children. Lee (Loretta) Muhr of Gering, NE; Gwen (James) Hargrave of LaVista, NE; James Muhr of Harrisburg, NE; Carla (David) Fanning, Bayard, NE and Ann (Dan) Twombly of Bayard, NE. 15 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. She is also survived by brother Lonnie Shryer of Granada Hills, CA and sister Merna Hatcher of Gering, NE.She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, parents Clive and Anna Pearl Shryer, brothers Ken Shryer, Vern Shryer and sister Mary Middleton.

Marcella 'Jean' Muhr (1926 - 2022)

Beonville R.&nbsp; Bullock (Bee) 75 went to meet his Heavenly Father on October 2, 2022 surrounded by his immediate family following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Bee was born in Alliance, Ne on March 23, 1947 to Elbert C. and Norma June Bullock.

Bee lived most of his life in Alliance. He attended school there and graduated in 1966. He was an accomplished athlete. He entered the Navy after high school and served in Vietnam. After serving in the military Bee graduated from Chadron State College. He married Patricia Nicholson (Patty) on December 20, 1970 and they had two children.

Bee is survived by his wife Patty, daughter Lisa (Stan) Kingsley, son Curt Bullock, grandchildren Kyrstin (Jared) Schleicher, Kyarra Bullock, Kai Bullock, and great grandchildren Ollie Schleicher and Charleigh Schleicher. Bee is also survived by his brother Steven Bullock, sister in law Cindy (Steve) Ford, Cindy Nicholson, brother in law Craig (Helga) Nicholson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bee was preceded in death by his mother, father, mother in law, father in law and brother in law.

Bee was employed with Burlington Northern/ Santa Fe railroad until his retirement. After retirement, Bee and Patty moved to Missouri. There he continued doing what he loved which was all kinds of woodworking, yard work and landscaping. He also loved spending time with his family and always enjoyed their visits. Bee had a blessed life with family, friends and always had God’s word in his heart to live by.

Funeral services will be Friday, October 14, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Alliance Berean Church in Alliance, Ne. Pastor Paul Biggers will be officiating. Burial will be at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, Ne following the service.

Memorials may be designated to the charity of your choice.

“Dwell always on the positive things, for God has been good to me and to you also.” written by Bee in his bible.

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

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 </figure>Beonville R.&nbsp; Bullock (Bee) 75 went to meet his Heavenly Father on October 2, 2022 surrounded by his immediate family following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.Bee was born in Alliance, Ne on March 23, 1947 to Elbert C. and Norma June Bullock.Bee lived most of his life in Alliance. He attended school there and graduated in 1966. He was an accomplished athlete. He entered the Navy after high school and served in Vietnam. After serving in the military Bee graduated from Chadron State College. He married Patricia Nicholson (Patty) on December 20, 1970 and they had two children.Bee is survived by his wife Patty, daughter Lisa (Stan) Kingsley, son Curt Bullock, grandchildren Kyrstin (Jared) Schleicher, Kyarra Bullock, Kai Bullock, and great grandchildren Ollie Schleicher and Charleigh Schleicher. Bee is also survived by his brother Steven Bullock, sister in law Cindy (Steve) Ford, Cindy Nicholson, brother in law Craig (Helga) Nicholson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bee was preceded in death by his mother, father, mother in law, father in law and brother in law.Bee was employed with Burlington Northern/ Santa Fe railroad until his retirement. After retirement, Bee and Patty moved to Missouri. There he continued doing what he loved which was all kinds of woodworking, yard work and landscaping. He also loved spending time with his family and always enjoyed their visits. Bee had a blessed life with family, friends and always had God’s word in his heart to live by.Funeral services will be Friday, October 14, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Alliance Berean Church in Alliance, Ne. Pastor Paul Biggers will be officiating. Burial will be at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, Ne following the service.Memorials may be designated to the charity of your choice.“Dwell always on the positive things, for God has been good to me and to you also.” written by Bee in his bible.Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and onlince condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Beonville 'Bee' R. Bullock (1947 - 2022)

Melvyn Glenn Price was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, Nebraska on March 31, 1942 to Glenn Price and Pauline Ada (Estes) Price. He was a lifetime resident of Hemingford, Nebraska and passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022 following complications from heart surgery.

He attended and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1959. In school he was active in sports where he especially liked basketball, lettering in basketball and football. He also enjoyed one-act plays and friendships with other students.

After high school, Mel studied at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. In his second year of college he met Joy Montgomery who was a student at Union College in Lincoln; they were married March 28, 1961. The following summer they moved to Hemingford and purchased 160 acres of irrigated farmland. In 1969, Mel and Joy purchased a second farm of 400 irrigated acres. Crops raised through the years included: potatoes, sugarbeets, dry edible beans, barley, malt barley, wheat, corn, triticale, sunflowers, oats, millet, alfalfa, in addition to a few cows. In 1974, they began developing a dairy hay market in the Loveland, Colorado area. Later, they started an additional hay business by purchasing a semi-truck to transport hay and grain. To supplement the farm income, Mel became a licensed and bonded grain dealer, buying, selling and hauling the commodities.

In 1976 the Alliance, Nebraska Jaycees chose Mel to represent Box Butte County as the Outstanding Young Farmer candidate at the Nebraska Jaycees State Convention in Millard, Nebraska. Mel was chosen the winner out of a field of 23 candidates. He later competed for the national title at the National Farmer-Rancher Convention in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Mel was a member of the Elks Lodge, Alliance, Nebraska, the Alliance Jaycees, and the Hemingford Seventh-day Adventist Church. His favorite bible text was John 21:3, "Simon Peter saith unto them, 'I go a fishing'..."

The most exciting fishing adventure Mel had was in 1992 when, with two of his friends, in Baja, Mexico, on the sea of Cortez near Los Barrilies, they pulled in a Blue Marlin weighing 1,200 pounds with a length of 17 feet and a girth of 78 inches. The marlin was processed and donated to the people of the little village of Los Barriles.

Mel is survived by his wife, Joy, daughter, Rae, a son and numerous relatives and friends.

In lieu of monetary donations, Mel requests that your kindness to others be your memorial.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, from 1-6 p.m. at the funeral home in Alliance.&nbsp;

Melvyn Glenn Price was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, Nebraska on March 31, 1942 to Glenn Price and Pauline Ada (Estes) Price. He was a lifetime resident of Hemingford, Nebraska and passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022 following complications from heart surgery.He attended and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1959. In school he was active in sports where he especially liked basketball, lettering in basketball and football. He also enjoyed one-act plays and friendships with other students.After high school, Mel studied at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. In his second year of college he met Joy Montgomery who was a student at Union College in Lincoln; they were married March 28, 1961. The following summer they moved to Hemingford and purchased 160 acres of irrigated farmland. In 1969, Mel and Joy purchased a second farm of 400 irrigated acres. Crops raised through the years included: potatoes, sugarbeets, dry edible beans, barley, malt barley, wheat, corn, triticale, sunflowers, oats, millet, alfalfa, in addition to a few cows. In 1974, they began developing a dairy hay market in the Loveland, Colorado area. Later, they started an additional hay business by purchasing a semi-truck to transport hay and grain. To supplement the farm income, Mel became a licensed and bonded grain dealer, buying, selling and hauling the commodities.In 1976 the Alliance, Nebraska Jaycees chose Mel to represent Box Butte County as the Outstanding Young Farmer candidate at the Nebraska Jaycees State Convention in Millard, Nebraska. Mel was chosen the winner out of a field of 23 candidates. He later competed for the national title at the National Farmer-Rancher Convention in Bismarck, North Dakota.Mel was a member of the Elks Lodge, Alliance, Nebraska, the Alliance Jaycees, and the Hemingford Seventh-day Adventist Church. His favorite bible text was John 21:3, "Simon Peter saith unto them, 'I go a fishing'..."The most exciting fishing adventure Mel had was in 1992 when, with two of his friends, in Baja, Mexico, on the sea of Cortez near Los Barrilies, they pulled in a Blue Marlin weighing 1,200 pounds with a length of 17 feet and a girth of 78 inches. The marlin was processed and donated to the people of the little village of Los Barriles.Mel is survived by his wife, Joy, daughter, Rae, a son and numerous relatives and friends.In lieu of monetary donations, Mel requests that your kindness to others be your memorial.Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, from 1-6 p.m. at the funeral home in Alliance.&nbsp;

Melvyn Glenn Price ( 1942-2022 )

Gretchen Eileen (Pisel) Powles, 83, passed away on October 2, 2022, at the Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska, following a massive stroke.

She was born August 4, 1939, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Edmund and Grace (Lamb) Pisel.

Gretchen lived her entire life in the Nebraska Sandhills, growing up on her family’s ranch which was a part of the original Spade Ranch.&nbsp; She graduated from Gordon High School in 1956 and Chadron Teacher’s College in 1957. She married Don Powles on June 3, 1962, and moved to the Powles Ranch near Bingham; three children were born to this marriage.

Gretchen was a one-room schoolhouse teacher prior to marriage. She never stopped using her teacher training-- as she parented Tena, Jana, and Bryon, as a piano teacher, and as a judge for a variety of speaking competitions.&nbsp; She was “the driver” for her children, grandchildren and countless youth to rodeos, cattle shows, 4-H and FFA events and sports.&nbsp; She shared her love for horses and cattle with everyone.&nbsp;

Music and playing the piano was a lifelong passion. Gretchen played piano in high school, sang in the school choir and performed in play productions.&nbsp; She shared her gift as a pianist playing for weddings, funerals, and accompanying 4-H music groups and elementary musical performances.&nbsp; She served as the pianist for the Bingham Church for decades.&nbsp;

In Gretchen’s kitchen she welcomed people with a well-set table and a hearty meal. She was known for her delicious chocolate zucchini cakes and beautifully decorated sugar cookies.&nbsp; She taught others how to cook and as a ranch wife, it was simply part of her role on the ranch.&nbsp; Gretchen was an accomplished seamstress who was able to sew anything for anyone.&nbsp; In her younger years, she was a crack shot and enjoyed making exquisite leatherwork and ceramics.&nbsp; Her additional hobbies included bowling, reading, collecting miniatures, playing dominoes with friends and nurturing her beautiful flower gardens, especially her roses.

Gretchen attended Pleasant Point Community Church and was a dedicated member of the Bingham Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She served as the American Gelbvieh Gals President from 1990-1996. Gretchen was awarded the 1995 Sheridan County Alumni 4-H Award and the 2010 Beta Sigma Phi Woman of the Year Award.

She is survived by her three children Tena Raglin, Jana (JC) Jensen, and Bryon (Audrey) Powles; four grandchildren Matthew (Ana) Raglin and Marissa Raglin, and Jada and Cameron Jensen; and three great-grandchildren Jayden, Amira, and Eliana Raglin, as well as countless friends and family.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband Don Powles, her parents Ed and Grace Pisel, sister Dorothy and brother-in-law Joe Shaughnessy, and son-in-law Ron Raglin.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be Thursday, October 6 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bingham Lutheran Church with Reverend Jonathan Oetting officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Bingham Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-7 p.m. with her family present from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

Memorials can be made to the Bingham Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice.

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

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 </figure>Gretchen Eileen (Pisel) Powles, 83, passed away on October 2, 2022, at the Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska, following a massive stroke.She was born August 4, 1939, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Edmund and Grace (Lamb) Pisel.Gretchen lived her entire life in the Nebraska Sandhills, growing up on her family’s ranch which was a part of the original Spade Ranch.&nbsp; She graduated from Gordon High School in 1956 and Chadron Teacher’s College in 1957. She married Don Powles on June 3, 1962, and moved to the Powles Ranch near Bingham; three children were born to this marriage.Gretchen was a one-room schoolhouse teacher prior to marriage. She never stopped using her teacher training-- as she parented Tena, Jana, and Bryon, as a piano teacher, and as a judge for a variety of speaking competitions.&nbsp; She was “the driver” for her children, grandchildren and countless youth to rodeos, cattle shows, 4-H and FFA events and sports.&nbsp; She shared her love for horses and cattle with everyone.&nbsp;Music and playing the piano was a lifelong passion. Gretchen played piano in high school, sang in the school choir and performed in play productions.&nbsp; She shared her gift as a pianist playing for weddings, funerals, and accompanying 4-H music groups and elementary musical performances.&nbsp; She served as the pianist for the Bingham Church for decades.&nbsp;In Gretchen’s kitchen she welcomed people with a well-set table and a hearty meal. She was known for her delicious chocolate zucchini cakes and beautifully decorated sugar cookies.&nbsp; She taught others how to cook and as a ranch wife, it was simply part of her role on the ranch.&nbsp; Gretchen was an accomplished seamstress who was able to sew anything for anyone.&nbsp; In her younger years, she was a crack shot and enjoyed making exquisite leatherwork and ceramics.&nbsp; Her additional hobbies included bowling, reading, collecting miniatures, playing dominoes with friends and nurturing her beautiful flower gardens, especially her roses.Gretchen attended Pleasant Point Community Church and was a dedicated member of the Bingham Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;She served as the American Gelbvieh Gals President from 1990-1996. Gretchen was awarded the 1995 Sheridan County Alumni 4-H Award and the 2010 Beta Sigma Phi Woman of the Year Award.She is survived by her three children Tena Raglin, Jana (JC) Jensen, and Bryon (Audrey) Powles; four grandchildren Matthew (Ana) Raglin and Marissa Raglin, and Jada and Cameron Jensen; and three great-grandchildren Jayden, Amira, and Eliana Raglin, as well as countless friends and family.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband Don Powles, her parents Ed and Grace Pisel, sister Dorothy and brother-in-law Joe Shaughnessy, and son-in-law Ron Raglin.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Thursday, October 6 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bingham Lutheran Church with Reverend Jonathan Oetting officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Bingham Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-7 p.m. with her family present from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.Memorials can be made to the Bingham Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Gretchen Eileen (Pisel) Powles (1939-2022)

Robert 'Bob' M. Kiesel (1936 - 2022)

Vedah Pearl Galloway was born April 10, 1932, to George Whitcomb and Lola Rawles-Whitcomb.&nbsp; Vedah passed away at Brown County Hospital, Ainsworth, Nebraska.

Vedah was a graduate of Chadron State College and went on to become a country schoolteacher south of Merriman.&nbsp; Mack and Vedah were united in marriage February 7, 1954.&nbsp; She was a bookkeeper for Weber Equipment Company later worked at the Anchor Bank.&nbsp; After raising their four children, she became a cosmetologist and barber, working many years with Mack in their own business in Merriman and Gordon.&nbsp;

Vedah enjoyed her family and friends, reading, crafting and travel to visit her kids and grandkids.&nbsp;

Vedah was preceded in death by her husband Mack, son Thomas, brother Harold and her parents.&nbsp; She is survived by John (Susan) Galloway of Alamogordo, NM, Shirley (Cameron) Chesbro of Buffalo, WY, Ronald (Paula) Galloway of Nolanville, TX, to include six grandchildren, Travis (Christy) Galloway, Danita (Zachary) Jerry, Samantha (Reese) Howard, Trevor (Afton) Chesbro, Sean (Vivien) Galloway, Rhonda (Cody) Gaston and seven great grandchildren.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Vedah Pearl Galloway was born April 10, 1932, to George Whitcomb and Lola Rawles-Whitcomb.&nbsp; Vedah passed away at Brown County Hospital, Ainsworth, Nebraska.Vedah was a graduate of Chadron State College and went on to become a country schoolteacher south of Merriman.&nbsp; Mack and Vedah were united in marriage February 7, 1954.&nbsp; She was a bookkeeper for Weber Equipment Company later worked at the Anchor Bank.&nbsp; After raising their four children, she became a cosmetologist and barber, working many years with Mack in their own business in Merriman and Gordon.&nbsp;Vedah enjoyed her family and friends, reading, crafting and travel to visit her kids and grandkids.&nbsp;Vedah was preceded in death by her husband Mack, son Thomas, brother Harold and her parents.&nbsp; She is survived by John (Susan) Galloway of Alamogordo, NM, Shirley (Cameron) Chesbro of Buffalo, WY, Ronald (Paula) Galloway of Nolanville, TX, to include six grandchildren, Travis (Christy) Galloway, Danita (Zachary) Jerry, Samantha (Reese) Howard, Trevor (Afton) Chesbro, Sean (Vivien) Galloway, Rhonda (Cody) Gaston and seven great grandchildren.&nbsp;A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Vedah Pearl Galloway (1932 - 2022)

Gerald S. Blonien, 94, of Hay Springs, Nebraska, passed away on Sept. 28, 2022 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs.

Gerald was born on Nov. 9, 1927 to Erwin and Esther Blonien in Moon, Wisconsin. He spent his early childhood in Rudolph, Wisconsin, before his family moved to Hay Springs in 1941.

On Jan. 10, 1953, Gerald married Roxyanne Elmitt at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs, making their home on a dairy farm southwest of town. On July 1, 1966, they began selling Grade “A” milk and did so for the next 2o years.

Gerald was hard working, quick witted, spunky and said it just like it was. He was a proud member of St. Columbkille’s for 80 years and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had a passion for playing cards, attending auctions, collecting anything imaginable and fishing.

He thoroughly enjoyed his time with his grandchildren and later, his great-grandchildren.

Gerald was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Roxy, his parents, his sister Elvera Rasmussen and an infant child.

Gerald is survived by sons Rick Blonien and Randy (Dawn) Blonien, and daughters Pam (Mike) Baumann, Shannon (Frank) Roost and Sharla Blonien. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nick Baumann, Ryan (Kathryn) Baumann, Melissa (Ryan) Sestak, Zac (Jennifer) Blonien, Tyler Blonien, Hilary (Matt) Blonien, Ashley (Kevin) Callahan, Brittany (Christian) Sigel,&nbsp;Clint (Tanya) Blonien and Cassandra (Glenn) Robertson. He is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.

A rosary service will be held at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs at 6 p.m. on Oct. 5. Funeral services will be held at St. Columbkille’s on Oct. 6 at 2 p.m.

A memorial has been established for St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church. Memorials may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbles Mortuary at P.O. Box 443, Hay Springs, NE 69347.

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 </figure>Gerald S. Blonien, 94, of Hay Springs, Nebraska, passed away on Sept. 28, 2022 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs.Gerald was born on Nov. 9, 1927 to Erwin and Esther Blonien in Moon, Wisconsin. He spent his early childhood in Rudolph, Wisconsin, before his family moved to Hay Springs in 1941.On Jan. 10, 1953, Gerald married Roxyanne Elmitt at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs, making their home on a dairy farm southwest of town. On July 1, 1966, they began selling Grade “A” milk and did so for the next 2o years.Gerald was hard working, quick witted, spunky and said it just like it was. He was a proud member of St. Columbkille’s for 80 years and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had a passion for playing cards, attending auctions, collecting anything imaginable and fishing.He thoroughly enjoyed his time with his grandchildren and later, his great-grandchildren.Gerald was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Roxy, his parents, his sister Elvera Rasmussen and an infant child.Gerald is survived by sons Rick Blonien and Randy (Dawn) Blonien, and daughters Pam (Mike) Baumann, Shannon (Frank) Roost and Sharla Blonien. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nick Baumann, Ryan (Kathryn) Baumann, Melissa (Ryan) Sestak, Zac (Jennifer) Blonien, Tyler Blonien, Hilary (Matt) Blonien, Ashley (Kevin) Callahan, Brittany (Christian) Sigel,&nbsp;Clint (Tanya) Blonien and Cassandra (Glenn) Robertson. He is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.A rosary service will be held at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs at 6 p.m. on Oct. 5. Funeral services will be held at St. Columbkille’s on Oct. 6 at 2 p.m.A memorial has been established for St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church. Memorials may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbles Mortuary at P.O. Box 443, Hay Springs, NE 69347.

Gerald S. Blonien (1927 - 2022)

Wilma A. Kresl (1936 - 2022)

Gerald S. Blonien, 94, of Hay Springs, Nebraska, passed away on Sept. 28, 2022 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs.Gerald was born on Nov. 9, 1927 to Erwin and Esther Blonien in Moon, Wisconsin. He spent his early childhood in Rudolph, Wisconsin, before his family moved to Hay Springs in 1941.On Jan. 10, 1953, Gerald married Roxyanne Elmitt at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs, making their home on a dairy farm southwest of town. On July 1, 1966, they began selling Grade “A” milk and did so for the next 2o years.Gerald was hard working, quick witted, spunky and said it just like it was. He was a proud member of St. Columbkille’s for 80 years and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had a passion for playing cards, attending auctions, collecting anything imaginable and fishing.He thoroughly enjoyed his time with his grandchildren and later, his great-grandchildren.Gerald was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Roxy, his parents, his sister Elvera Rasmussen and an infant child.Gerald is survived by sons Rick Blonien and Randy (Dawn) Blonien, and daughters Pam (Mike) Baumann, Shannon (Frank) Roost and Sharla Blonien. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nick Baumann, Ryan (Kathryn) Baumann, Melissa (Ryan) Sestak, Zac (Jennifer) Blonien, Tyler Blonien, Hilary (Matt) Blonien, Ashley (Kevin) Callahan, Brittany (Christian) Sigel,&nbsp;Clint (Tanya) Blonien and Cassandra (Glenn) Robertson. He is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.A rosary service will be held at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Hay Springs at 6 p.m. on Oct. 5. Funeral services will be held at St. Columbkille’s on Oct. 6 at 2 p.m.A memorial has been established for St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church. Memorials may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbles Mortuary at P.O. Box 443, Hay Springs, NE 69347.

Gerald S Blonien (1927-2022)

Just in time for a 1976 tax write off, Valerie Lyn was born on December 30, 1976 to Dennis and Carol Pontine. She left us peacefully, in her sleep, on September 28, 2022.

She attended Bayard schools and worked at too many jobs to list all of them but here are the highlights. Val worked at Chimney Rock Villa as a CNA at an early age, as she loved working with the elderly. She also worked at Cellular One, Aurora Loan Services, Nebraska Title Co. and most recently at RWMC as a desk clerk in radiology.

Val had a passion for golfing, even hitting the ball occasionally, dressing as a deranged Easter Bunny, playing with her dogs Jude and Daisy, and hanging out with friends.

She is survived by her mother Carol Pontine, sister Sue &amp; Jeff Wengler, nephew Tanner Wengler and Paige Kirby, nieces Meisha Wengler and Kylie Wengler, Grandparents Helen &amp; Don Conklin, aunt Debbie &amp; Ron Dudden, uncle Rod &amp; Connie Schwindt, cousins Chris &amp; Erin Dudden, Jared &amp; Lark Dudden, Heather &amp; Dean Macholan and Melissa &amp; Wes Pokorny and special friend Albert Salazar.

Proceeding her in death were her father, Dennis Pontine; grandfather, Albert Schwindt; and grandparents, LeRoy &amp; Esther Pontine.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 4, at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Bayard, with Pastor George Naylor officiating. Online condolences for the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>

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 </figure><h2>Just in time for a 1976 tax write off, Valerie Lyn was born on December 30, 1976 to Dennis and Carol Pontine. She left us peacefully, in her sleep, on September 28, 2022.</h2>She attended Bayard schools and worked at too many jobs to list all of them but here are the highlights. Val worked at Chimney Rock Villa as a CNA at an early age, as she loved working with the elderly. She also worked at Cellular One, Aurora Loan Services, Nebraska Title Co. and most recently at RWMC as a desk clerk in radiology.Val had a passion for golfing, even hitting the ball occasionally, dressing as a deranged Easter Bunny, playing with her dogs Jude and Daisy, and hanging out with friends.She is survived by her mother Carol Pontine, sister Sue &amp; Jeff Wengler, nephew Tanner Wengler and Paige Kirby, nieces Meisha Wengler and Kylie Wengler, Grandparents Helen &amp; Don Conklin, aunt Debbie &amp; Ron Dudden, uncle Rod &amp; Connie Schwindt, cousins Chris &amp; Erin Dudden, Jared &amp; Lark Dudden, Heather &amp; Dean Macholan and Melissa &amp; Wes Pokorny and special friend Albert Salazar.Proceeding her in death were her father, Dennis Pontine; grandfather, Albert Schwindt; and grandparents, LeRoy &amp; Esther Pontine.A celebration of life memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 4, at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Bayard, with Pastor George Naylor officiating. Online condolences for the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.geringchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.geringchapel.com</a>

Valerie Pontine (1976 - 2022)

Alice Della (Williams) Lux (1927 - 2022)

&nbsp;A Celebration of Life for Vernon R. Schlichenmayer, 93 of Chadron, Nebraska is pending.

Vernon passed away on September 25, 2022 at Country Side Care in Gordon, Nebraska

Mr. Schlichenmayer was born on September 18, 1929 in Burlington, Colorado

A memorial has been established St. and donations may be sent in care of

Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

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 </figure>&nbsp;A Celebration of Life for Vernon R. Schlichenmayer, 93 of Chadron, Nebraska is pending.Vernon passed away on September 25, 2022 at Country Side Care in Gordon, NebraskaMr. Schlichenmayer was born on September 18, 1929 in Burlington, ColoradoA memorial has been established St. and donations may be sent in care ofChamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Vernon R. Schlichenmayer (1929 - 2022)

Mary A. Fisher, age 55 passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022. Mary was born March 8, 1967.

A visitation for Mary will be held Tuesday, October 4, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.doanebealameshyannis.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.doanebealameshyannis.com</a>&nbsp;for the Fisher family.

Mary A. Fisher, age 55 passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022. Mary was born March 8, 1967.A visitation for Mary will be held Tuesday, October 4, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.doanebealameshyannis.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.doanebealameshyannis.com</a>&nbsp;for the Fisher family.

Mary A Fisher (1967-2022)

Ricky Chester Heard, age 62 passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Ricky was born December 15, 1959.

&nbsp; Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.courticefuneralchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.courticefuneralchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Heard family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ricky Chester Heard, age 62 passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Ricky was born December 15, 1959.&nbsp; Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.courticefuneralchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.courticefuneralchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Heard family.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ricky Chester Heard (1959 - 2022)

Aida Maria Velázquez Luquis, age 73, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Aida Maria was born November 27, 1948.

A sepelio for Aida Maria will be held Friday, September 30, 2022 at 1:30 PM.

Aida Maria Velázquez Luquis, age 73, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Aida Maria was born November 27, 1948.A sepelio for Aida Maria will be held Friday, September 30, 2022 at 1:30 PM.

Aida Maria Velázquez Luquis (1948-2022)

His funeral service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, Nebraska with military honors by the U.S. Naval Honor Guard. Please wear your favorite Huskers or sports attire for the service. Visitation will be Thursday September 29 from 4-6 pm at the chapel. Memorials may be given to the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery or Prairie Winds Community Center. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>. for the Blue family.

Arthur (Artie, Junior) was born on September 29, 1947 at Bridgeport, Nebraska to Milford and Nevada (Coker) Blue. He attended grade school in Northport. He went to High School at Bridgeport and graduated in 1966.

After graduation, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy in the fall of 1966. He served in DaNang, Vietnam with the Seabees Adak AK and ended his service at Great Lakes. He worked at Lockwoods and Gifford Hill after coming home. He then worked with Nebraska Dept. of Roads starting December 31, 1978, retiring after 29 years.

He loved gardening, woodworking and watching sports. He was an avid fan of Nebraska Football and Green Bay Packers. His greatest joy was having his nieces and nephews.

He will be missed by his “yard crew” Ethan, Nathan, Collin and Ella. They spent many days with milk and cookies with their uncle Artie.

He is survived by his siblings Lynn (Doug) Hulinsky, Colleen Blue, Clyde (Joan) Blue, Terry Blue and Mike (Jan) Blue; nieces and nephews: Anthony (Nicole) Sacco, Sharon Schluterbusch, Theresa Blue (Pam Kauvar) , Andrea (Kevin) DelCoglin, Chris (Amy) Blue, Andy Blue, Amanda (Will) Spencer, Jamey (Amy) Hunsucker, Jared Matthew, Tiffany Lee, Richard Blue, Toni (Nate) Rice, Terri (Brandon) Stuart, and Skylar Blue; 29 great nieces and nephews and one great great nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents Milky and Gerry, his grandparents Clyde and Inis Coker and Arthur and Alice Blue, nephews Ethan Blue, Tigg and Aiden Spencer.

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 </figure>His funeral service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, Nebraska with military honors by the U.S. Naval Honor Guard. Please wear your favorite Huskers or sports attire for the service. Visitation will be Thursday September 29 from 4-6 pm at the chapel. Memorials may be given to the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery or Prairie Winds Community Center. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>. for the Blue family.Arthur (Artie, Junior) was born on September 29, 1947 at Bridgeport, Nebraska to Milford and Nevada (Coker) Blue. He attended grade school in Northport. He went to High School at Bridgeport and graduated in 1966.After graduation, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy in the fall of 1966. He served in DaNang, Vietnam with the Seabees Adak AK and ended his service at Great Lakes. He worked at Lockwoods and Gifford Hill after coming home. He then worked with Nebraska Dept. of Roads starting December 31, 1978, retiring after 29 years.He loved gardening, woodworking and watching sports. He was an avid fan of Nebraska Football and Green Bay Packers. His greatest joy was having his nieces and nephews.He will be missed by his “yard crew” Ethan, Nathan, Collin and Ella. They spent many days with milk and cookies with their uncle Artie.He is survived by his siblings Lynn (Doug) Hulinsky, Colleen Blue, Clyde (Joan) Blue, Terry Blue and Mike (Jan) Blue; nieces and nephews: Anthony (Nicole) Sacco, Sharon Schluterbusch, Theresa Blue (Pam Kauvar) , Andrea (Kevin) DelCoglin, Chris (Amy) Blue, Andy Blue, Amanda (Will) Spencer, Jamey (Amy) Hunsucker, Jared Matthew, Tiffany Lee, Richard Blue, Toni (Nate) Rice, Terri (Brandon) Stuart, and Skylar Blue; 29 great nieces and nephews and one great great nephew.He was preceded in death by his parents Milky and Gerry, his grandparents Clyde and Inis Coker and Arthur and Alice Blue, nephews Ethan Blue, Tigg and Aiden Spencer.

Arthur M Blue (1947 -2022)

Funeral Services for Donald Haden of Chadron, Nebraska will be held Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.

Donald Ray Haden, age 94, passed away September 25, 2022 at his home.

Donald was born September 11, 1928, in Chadron, Nebraska to Martha Mabel (Grantham) Haden and Rollie Ray Haden.

He grew up in the area known as the Deadhorse Creek Community; where he attended country schools: Evergreen, Flag Butte, and Rose Hill, until he finished the eighth grade. He then attended Chadron High school through the twelfth grade. Graduating in 1946.

When he was a young boy, he loved to hunt and fish. He also ran a trap line, sold enough animal furs to buy a saddle horse. He rode his horse to school in the country and after graduating for the eighth grade rode his horse to catch the rural mail carrier to ride into Chadron to attend high school. Sometimes in the winter he roomed with his aunt who was living in Chadron at the time.

January 22, 1950, he married Martheena Roberts, whom he met during his High School Days. They had two Children: Connie and Steven.

Donald was a country boy at heart. He and his family always lived in the country. He was a lifetime member of the American Hereford Association, and the American Yorkshire Association, he raised both cattle and hogs. He enjoyed checking fences, cattle, and windmills on horseback.

He was always active in community affairs and enjoyed helping neighbors when ever help was needed. He also served on the Rural School Board for several years was also president of the Dawes County Chapter of the Nebraska Farm Bureau for two years. He always enjoyed short road trips to hunt for rocks and just to enjoy the wide-open country. One of his favorite hunts was the Black Hills of South Dakota, where he always spotted something new and interesting.

He always provided well for his family and was a wonderful husband and father. In 2003 he had a farm sale and he and his wife moved into Chadron to retire.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Edna Maxine, great-grandson Zane.

Survivors include his Wife, brother Gayle, 2 children, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 2 great great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial has been established in lieu of flowers for Donor’s Choice and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Donald Haden of Chadron, Nebraska will be held Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.Donald Ray Haden, age 94, passed away September 25, 2022 at his home.Donald was born September 11, 1928, in Chadron, Nebraska to Martha Mabel (Grantham) Haden and Rollie Ray Haden.He grew up in the area known as the Deadhorse Creek Community; where he attended country schools: Evergreen, Flag Butte, and Rose Hill, until he finished the eighth grade. He then attended Chadron High school through the twelfth grade. Graduating in 1946.When he was a young boy, he loved to hunt and fish. He also ran a trap line, sold enough animal furs to buy a saddle horse. He rode his horse to school in the country and after graduating for the eighth grade rode his horse to catch the rural mail carrier to ride into Chadron to attend high school. Sometimes in the winter he roomed with his aunt who was living in Chadron at the time.January 22, 1950, he married Martheena Roberts, whom he met during his High School Days. They had two Children: Connie and Steven.Donald was a country boy at heart. He and his family always lived in the country. He was a lifetime member of the American Hereford Association, and the American Yorkshire Association, he raised both cattle and hogs. He enjoyed checking fences, cattle, and windmills on horseback.He was always active in community affairs and enjoyed helping neighbors when ever help was needed. He also served on the Rural School Board for several years was also president of the Dawes County Chapter of the Nebraska Farm Bureau for two years. He always enjoyed short road trips to hunt for rocks and just to enjoy the wide-open country. One of his favorite hunts was the Black Hills of South Dakota, where he always spotted something new and interesting.He always provided well for his family and was a wonderful husband and father. In 2003 he had a farm sale and he and his wife moved into Chadron to retire.He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Edna Maxine, great-grandson Zane.Survivors include his Wife, brother Gayle, 2 children, 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 2 great great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.A memorial has been established in lieu of flowers for Donor’s Choice and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

Donald Haden (1928-2022)

Alice Della (Williams) Lux was born on January 12, 1927 at her grandparent’s house near Crawford, Nebraska. She was the third child and only daughter born to Christopher Alvin (Bill) Williams and Ida Della (Pettipiece) Williams. She grew up on the family place 7 ½ miles from Crawford.

She attended school at the nearby District #100, starting when she was 4 years old. She walked the ¼ of a mile each way to the school with her older brother Jimmy and often with the teacher who boarded at her parent’s house. After completing elementary school, she attended high school at Crawford High, boarding in town with the Baker family during her high school years. She graduated at the age of 16 with the Crawford High class of 1943.

After high school Alice worked in Crawford as a paralegal for the local attorney. She worked until she saved enough money to attend beauty school in Omaha. Alice moved to Omaha and worked as a waitress at a small café during the years she attended school. While there she met lifelong friends with whom she continued to communicate throughout her life.

After her completion of beauty school, she moved back to Crawford and opened her own shop. She met her future husband, Gerald Lux, at a dance in Crawford. The story was told that Alice noticed Gerald across the room and asked a friend who he was. The friend introduced them and after 2 ½ years of dating, Alice and Gerald married on August 17, 1950. This was the beginning of a 72-year marriage and partnership.

Alice and Gerald lived in Crawford when they first married, but eventually purchased 80 acres of ground ½ mile east of her parent’s place where she grew up. They moved their family, which by that time included a child. They moved into a railroad boxcar with no electricity or running water and lived there while Gerald and Allice’s dad Bill built a house for the family adding another child before the house was ready. Alice and Gerald eventually moved into the house and added an additional 4 children to the family.

Alice spent most of her 95 years within a mile of the house where she grew up. Alice and Gerald continued to add to their place and raise their children in the house that they built. Alice never minded hard work and always had chickens, a large garden, and milk cows that were a part of the family responsibility.

Alice was known for her homemade bread and her rhubarb pie, which was always a sign that spring had come.

After her children were grown, Alice continued to stay busy. She always enjoyed time with grandchildren, or any children for that matter. They frequently visited the ”old folks” in the Ponderosa Villa into their 90’s. She and Gerald were able to travel including trips to Alaska and Hawaii but Alice never cared to be away from their home on Sawlog Creek for very long.

Alice died on September 25, 2022 at Rock County Hospital/Long Term Care in Bassett, Nebraska where she and Gerald spent her final 2 ½ years. Until the end, visitors to their room often found Alice and Gerald sitting in their recliners holding hands.

Alice is survived by her husband of 72 years, Gerald Lux. Children Wayne (Patti) Lux and their children Bill and Molly; Lynne (Mike) Reeder; Jack Lux and children Carrie, Kristina, Amelia, and Tabitha; Geraldine (Matt) Erickson and children Colin, Megan and Cody; Carl (Sheila) Lux and children Taylor and Jacob; Tim (Amanda) Lux and children Kaiden and Brailyn; as well as numerous great grandchildren.

Alice was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Ida Williams, Brothers Harold and James; as well as Gerald’s parents and siblings.

A memorial has been established for the United Methodist Church or Crawford Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Alice Della (Williams) Lux was born on January 12, 1927 at her grandparent’s house near Crawford, Nebraska. She was the third child and only daughter born to Christopher Alvin (Bill) Williams and Ida Della (Pettipiece) Williams. She grew up on the family place 7 ½ miles from Crawford.She attended school at the nearby District #100, starting when she was 4 years old. She walked the ¼ of a mile each way to the school with her older brother Jimmy and often with the teacher who boarded at her parent’s house. After completing elementary school, she attended high school at Crawford High, boarding in town with the Baker family during her high school years. She graduated at the age of 16 with the Crawford High class of 1943.After high school Alice worked in Crawford as a paralegal for the local attorney. She worked until she saved enough money to attend beauty school in Omaha. Alice moved to Omaha and worked as a waitress at a small café during the years she attended school. While there she met lifelong friends with whom she continued to communicate throughout her life.After her completion of beauty school, she moved back to Crawford and opened her own shop. She met her future husband, Gerald Lux, at a dance in Crawford. The story was told that Alice noticed Gerald across the room and asked a friend who he was. The friend introduced them and after 2 ½ years of dating, Alice and Gerald married on August 17, 1950. This was the beginning of a 72-year marriage and partnership.Alice and Gerald lived in Crawford when they first married, but eventually purchased 80 acres of ground ½ mile east of her parent’s place where she grew up. They moved their family, which by that time included a child. They moved into a railroad boxcar with no electricity or running water and lived there while Gerald and Allice’s dad Bill built a house for the family adding another child before the house was ready. Alice and Gerald eventually moved into the house and added an additional 4 children to the family.Alice spent most of her 95 years within a mile of the house where she grew up. Alice and Gerald continued to add to their place and raise their children in the house that they built. Alice never minded hard work and always had chickens, a large garden, and milk cows that were a part of the family responsibility.Alice was known for her homemade bread and her rhubarb pie, which was always a sign that spring had come.After her children were grown, Alice continued to stay busy. She always enjoyed time with grandchildren, or any children for that matter. They frequently visited the ”old folks” in the Ponderosa Villa into their 90’s. She and Gerald were able to travel including trips to Alaska and Hawaii but Alice never cared to be away from their home on Sawlog Creek for very long.Alice died on September 25, 2022 at Rock County Hospital/Long Term Care in Bassett, Nebraska where she and Gerald spent her final 2 ½ years. Until the end, visitors to their room often found Alice and Gerald sitting in their recliners holding hands.Alice is survived by her husband of 72 years, Gerald Lux. Children Wayne (Patti) Lux and their children Bill and Molly; Lynne (Mike) Reeder; Jack Lux and children Carrie, Kristina, Amelia, and Tabitha; Geraldine (Matt) Erickson and children Colin, Megan and Cody; Carl (Sheila) Lux and children Taylor and Jacob; Tim (Amanda) Lux and children Kaiden and Brailyn; as well as numerous great grandchildren.Alice was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Ida Williams, Brothers Harold and James; as well as Gerald’s parents and siblings.A memorial has been established for the United Methodist Church or Crawford Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

Alice Lux (1927-2022)

Memorial Services for Linda Staudenmaier, 75 of Harrison, Nebraska will be held Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Harrison Bible Church in Harrison, Nebraska.

Burial will be held at Montrose Cemetery.

Linda passed away on September 16, 2022 at Hemingford Care Center in Hemingford, Nebraska. Mrs. Staudenmaier was born on December 23, 1946.

A memorial has been established for Harrison Fire and Rescue Departments and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Memorial Services for Linda Staudenmaier, 75 of Harrison, Nebraska will be held Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Harrison Bible Church in Harrison, Nebraska.Burial will be held at Montrose Cemetery.Linda passed away on September 16, 2022 at Hemingford Care Center in Hemingford, Nebraska. Mrs. Staudenmaier was born on December 23, 1946.A memorial has been established for Harrison Fire and Rescue Departments and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

Linda Staudenmaier (1946 - 2022)

Adabel Lundy passed away March 30th at the Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska at the young age of 88.

Memorial services will be Saturday, September 24 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance.  Rev. Gideon Achi will officiate and burial will be in the Hay Springs Cemetery.

She was born March 13, 1934, in Port Orchard, Washington to Floyd Maxson Mix and Minnie (Jorgensen) Mix. She grew up in Hay Springs, Nebraska.

On October 25, 1953, she married Alvin Lundy in Hay Springs, Nebraska and together they had 5 children: Doug, Brian, Gaylene, Bruce and Jeff. They moved to Alliance in September 1956. She met a lot of friends in Alliance some of which would meet at Dairy Queen for coffee every morning at 10. She rarely missed a day to have coffee and they gave her the nickname of DQ mama. She loved her family and enjoyed the visits or calls from them. She was an avid daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She is survived by her husband Alvin Lundy of 68 years and children: Brian (Lori) Lundy, Gaylene (Earl) Doyle, Bruce (Joyce) Lundy, and Jeffrey (Rebecca) Lundy. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and brother Francis Mix and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; infant son Douglas; and siblings Maxine Bodey, Vetta Dahman, and Tommy Mix

Cremation has taken place and memorial service will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Adabel Lundy passed away March 30th at the Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska at the young age of 88.Memorial services will be Saturday, September 24 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance. Rev. Gideon Achi will officiate and burial will be in the Hay Springs Cemetery.She was born March 13, 1934, in Port Orchard, Washington to Floyd Maxson Mix and Minnie (Jorgensen) Mix. She grew up in Hay Springs, Nebraska.On October 25, 1953, she married Alvin Lundy in Hay Springs, Nebraska and together they had 5 children: Doug, Brian, Gaylene, Bruce and Jeff. They moved to Alliance in September 1956. She met a lot of friends in Alliance some of which would meet at Dairy Queen for coffee every morning at 10. She rarely missed a day to have coffee and they gave her the nickname of DQ mama. She loved her family and enjoyed the visits or calls from them. She was an avid daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.She is survived by her husband Alvin Lundy of 68 years and children: Brian (Lori) Lundy, Gaylene (Earl) Doyle, Bruce (Joyce) Lundy, and Jeffrey (Rebecca) Lundy. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and brother Francis Mix and many nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents; infant son Douglas; and siblings Maxine Bodey, Vetta Dahman, and Tommy MixCremation has taken place and memorial service will be held at a later date.

Adabel Lundy (1934 - 2022)

Barbara Maureen Liggett, a loving, calm, curious, and compassionate mother &amp; friend, is now with the Lord and all of our loved ones who have passed on. She passed away at the age of 62, peacefully at home on September 18th, 2022.&nbsp; Maureen was born on December 29th, 1959, in Alliance, Nebraska, to late Mason S. Morrill and late Barbara Ann Burke Morrill. The youngest of four children, she has a special relationship and is close with all three of her brothers and their families.&nbsp; Maureen would say her greatest gift from God are her three children; her children would say it is her kind heart and contagious smile. Her oldest, Maggie Walsh &amp; husband Brian Walsh; Nolan Liggett, whom she enjoyed visiting in Portland, Oregon; the youngest, Carly Grace, a junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.&nbsp; Maureen’s light &amp; love shines on many family &amp; friends. Including, Scott Liggett, father of her children. Her brother, Patrick Morrill and his late wife, Jane Morrill, and their children – Mason, Jennifer, Jennifer Johnson, Rebecca Pasnoori, Kate Collins, Connor Fox, and their families. Brother, Glenn Michael Morrill. Brother, Robert Morrill and his wife, Jenay Morrill, and their children – Sunny (future) Allen and James, and their families. She is also a sister, cousin &amp; friend to many across Burke, Pokorski, Liggett &amp; Heaston families.&nbsp;&nbsp; To reflect on a few highlights of her life: Her love for music and her musical talents – she played both six and twelve string guitars, and had a lovely voice. She often used music to communicate or express herself. Enjoying nature - whether that be walks on Tomahawk Creek Trail or a hike in the Shenandoah Mountains. Traveling the sights of the world – from the Pacific Northwest, to the Sandhills of Nebraska, to Husker games around the country, to visiting her oldest during her study abroad in Italy. Her dream was to travel to Ireland, and while unfortunately she wasn’t able to fulfill that, her children are committed to living that out for her. Her care &amp; compassion for helping others – from being a ‘second mom’ to many around her, to the friendships, health and well-being of her Blue Valley Schools community, to her love for animals.&nbsp; A celebration of life visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 from 10am – 12pm at Penwell – Gabel Funeral Home in Olathe, Kansas. For those wanting to honor her memory, you can make a donation to St. Agnes Catholic Academy in Alliance, NE, and/or pour yourself a shot of Jameson and toast to her bright light &amp; love carrying on through all of us.

 “The more love you give, the more you will receive.” – Maureen.&nbsp;

To leave a message for the family, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.penwellgabelkc.com/" target="_blank">www.Penwellgabelkc.com</a>

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 </figure>Barbara Maureen Liggett, a loving, calm, curious, and compassionate mother &amp; friend, is now with the Lord and all of our loved ones who have passed on. She passed away at the age of 62, peacefully at home on September 18th, 2022.&nbsp; Maureen was born on December 29th, 1959, in Alliance, Nebraska, to late Mason S. Morrill and late Barbara Ann Burke Morrill. The youngest of four children, she has a special relationship and is close with all three of her brothers and their families.&nbsp; Maureen would say her greatest gift from God are her three children; her children would say it is her kind heart and contagious smile. Her oldest, Maggie Walsh &amp; husband Brian Walsh; Nolan Liggett, whom she enjoyed visiting in Portland, Oregon; the youngest, Carly Grace, a junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.&nbsp; Maureen’s light &amp; love shines on many family &amp; friends. Including, Scott Liggett, father of her children. Her brother, Patrick Morrill and his late wife, Jane Morrill, and their children – Mason, Jennifer, Jennifer Johnson, Rebecca Pasnoori, Kate Collins, Connor Fox, and their families. Brother, Glenn Michael Morrill. Brother, Robert Morrill and his wife, Jenay Morrill, and their children – Sunny (future) Allen and James, and their families. She is also a sister, cousin &amp; friend to many across Burke, Pokorski, Liggett &amp; Heaston families.&nbsp;&nbsp; To reflect on a few highlights of her life: Her love for music and her musical talents – she played both six and twelve string guitars, and had a lovely voice. She often used music to communicate or express herself. Enjoying nature - whether that be walks on Tomahawk Creek Trail or a hike in the Shenandoah Mountains. Traveling the sights of the world – from the Pacific Northwest, to the Sandhills of Nebraska, to Husker games around the country, to visiting her oldest during her study abroad in Italy. Her dream was to travel to Ireland, and while unfortunately she wasn’t able to fulfill that, her children are committed to living that out for her. Her care &amp; compassion for helping others – from being a ‘second mom’ to many around her, to the friendships, health and well-being of her Blue Valley Schools community, to her love for animals.&nbsp; A celebration of life visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 from 10am – 12pm at Penwell – Gabel Funeral Home in Olathe, Kansas. For those wanting to honor her memory, you can make a donation to St. Agnes Catholic Academy in Alliance, NE, and/or pour yourself a shot of Jameson and toast to her bright light &amp; love carrying on through all of us. “The more love you give, the more you will receive.” – Maureen.&nbsp;To leave a message for the family, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.penwellgabelkc.com/" target="_blank">www.Penwellgabelkc.com</a>

Barbara Maureen Liggett (1959 - 2022)

Funeral Services for Marvin “Tuck” Buckley, 88 of Harrison, Nebraska will be Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10:00 am at United Methodist Church in Harrison, Nebraska.

Burial will be held at Harrison City Cemetery in Harrison, Nebraska.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 7:00 PM at United Methodist Church in Harrison, Nebraska.

Tuck passed away on September 13, 2022 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming.&nbsp;

Mr. Buckley was born on November 7, 1933 in Sioux County, Nebraska.

A memorial has been established Harrison Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of

Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Marvin “Tuck” Buckley, 88 of Harrison, Nebraska will be Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10:00 am at United Methodist Church in Harrison, Nebraska.Burial will be held at Harrison City Cemetery in Harrison, Nebraska.Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 7:00 PM at United Methodist Church in Harrison, Nebraska.Tuck passed away on September 13, 2022 at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming.&nbsp;Mr. Buckley was born on November 7, 1933 in Sioux County, Nebraska.A memorial has been established Harrison Volunteer Fire Department and donations may be sent in care ofChamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

Marvin 'Tuck' Buckley (1933 - 2022)

Melvyn Glenn Price was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance Neb on March 31, 1942 to Glenn Price and Pauline Ada (Estes) Price. He was a lifetime resident of Hemingford, NE and passed away Sept 14, 2022 following complications from heart surgery.

After high school, Mel studied at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. In his second year of college he met Joy Montgomery who was a student at Union College in Lincoln; they were married March 28, 1961. The following summer they moved to Hemingford and purchased 160 acres of irrigated farmland. In 1969, Mel and Joy purchased a second farm of 400 irrigated acres. Crops raised through the years include: potatoes, sugarbeets, dry edible beans, barley, malt barley, wheat, corn, triticale, sunflowers, oats, millet, alfalfa, in addition to a few cows. In 1974, they began developing a dairy hay market in the Loveland, Colo. Area. Later, they started an additional hay business by purchasing a semi-truck to transport hay and grain. To supplement the farm income, Mel became a licensed and bonded grain dealer, buying, selling and hauling the commodities.

In 1976 the Alliance, Neb. Jaycees chose Mel to represent Box Butte County as the Outstanding Young Farmer candidate at the Nebraska Jaycees State Convention in Millard, Neb. Mel was chosen the winner out of a field of 23 candidates. He later competed for the national title at the National Farmer-Rancher Convention in Bismarck, ND.

Mel was a member of the Elks Lodge, Alliance, Neb,, the Alliance Jaycees, and the Hemingford Seventh-day Adventist Church. His favorite bible text was John 21:3, "Simon Peter saith unto them, 'I go a fishing'..."

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, from 1-6 p.m. at the funeral home in Alliance.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

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 </figure>Melvyn Glenn Price was born at St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance Neb on March 31, 1942 to Glenn Price and Pauline Ada (Estes) Price. He was a lifetime resident of Hemingford, NE and passed away Sept 14, 2022 following complications from heart surgery.He attended and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1959. In school he was active in sports where he especially liked basketball, lettering in basketball and football. He also enjoyed one-act plays and friendships with other students.After high school, Mel studied at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln. In his second year of college he met Joy Montgomery who was a student at Union College in Lincoln; they were married March 28, 1961. The following summer they moved to Hemingford and purchased 160 acres of irrigated farmland. In 1969, Mel and Joy purchased a second farm of 400 irrigated acres. Crops raised through the years include: potatoes, sugarbeets, dry edible beans, barley, malt barley, wheat, corn, triticale, sunflowers, oats, millet, alfalfa, in addition to a few cows. In 1974, they began developing a dairy hay market in the Loveland, Colo. Area. Later, they started an additional hay business by purchasing a semi-truck to transport hay and grain. To supplement the farm income, Mel became a licensed and bonded grain dealer, buying, selling and hauling the commodities.In 1976 the Alliance, Neb. Jaycees chose Mel to represent Box Butte County as the Outstanding Young Farmer candidate at the Nebraska Jaycees State Convention in Millard, Neb. Mel was chosen the winner out of a field of 23 candidates. He later competed for the national title at the National Farmer-Rancher Convention in Bismarck, ND.Mel was a member of the Elks Lodge, Alliance, Neb,, the Alliance Jaycees, and the Hemingford Seventh-day Adventist Church. His favorite bible text was John 21:3, "Simon Peter saith unto them, 'I go a fishing'..."The most exciting fishing adventure Mel had was in 1992 when, with two of his friends, in Baja, Mexico, on the sea of Cortez near Los Barrilies, they pulled in a Blue Marlin weighing 1,200 pounds with a length of 17 feet and a girth of 78 inches. The marlin was processed and donated to the people of the little village of Los Barriles.Mel is survived by his wife, Joy, daughter, Rae, a son and numerous relatives and friends.In lieu of monetary donations, Mel requests that your kindness to others be your memorial.Funeral services will be Saturday, September 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, from 1-6 p.m. at the funeral home in Alliance.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Melvyn Glenn Price (1942 - 2022)

Michael Louis Hawkins, age 69, of Sidney, NE passed away in Kimball on Friday, September 2, 2022. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 14, 2022 at Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney with military honors by the United States Army Honor Guard, V.F.W. Post #610, DAV Chapter #40, and the American Legion Post #17. You may view Michael’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Memorials may be made in Michael’s name to the Lodgepole Valley Youth Camp. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Michael’s care and funeral arrangements. Michael was born December 25, 1952 in Sidney, Nebraska to Charles Louis and Elsie Dena (Domeier) Hawkins. Michael graduated from Sidney High School with the Class of 1971 and attended WNTC in Sidney receiving an automotive technician degree. He served in the United States Army from October 16, 1985 until his honorable discharge on October 5, 1998. Michael worked at the Cabela’s Distribution Center for over 15 years before moving to Chaska, Minnesota where he worked for the Grist Mills Company. He retired and moved back to Sidney and started his own business – Michael’s Fresh Vegetables &amp; Fruits. Michael is survived by his daughter Dena and her husband Jason Burgert of Bloomfield, NM; son Mike Hawkins of Merced, CA; two grandchildren; brothers Charles of Aurora, CO, Gary and wife Barbara of Sidney, and Larry and wife Connie of Chappell; and several nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded in death by his parents and sister Roselee Roberts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Michael Louis Hawkins, age 69, of Sidney, NE passed away in Kimball on Friday, September 2, 2022. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 14, 2022 at Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney with military honors by the United States Army Honor Guard, V.F.W. Post #610, DAV Chapter #40, and the American Legion Post #17. You may view Michael’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Memorials may be made in Michael’s name to the Lodgepole Valley Youth Camp. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Michael’s care and funeral arrangements. Michael was born December 25, 1952 in Sidney, Nebraska to Charles Louis and Elsie Dena (Domeier) Hawkins. Michael graduated from Sidney High School with the Class of 1971 and attended WNTC in Sidney receiving an automotive technician degree. He served in the United States Army from October 16, 1985 until his honorable discharge on October 5, 1998. Michael worked at the Cabela’s Distribution Center for over 15 years before moving to Chaska, Minnesota where he worked for the Grist Mills Company. He retired and moved back to Sidney and started his own business – Michael’s Fresh Vegetables &amp; Fruits. Michael is survived by his daughter Dena and her husband Jason Burgert of Bloomfield, NM; son Mike Hawkins of Merced, CA; two grandchildren; brothers Charles of Aurora, CO, Gary and wife Barbara of Sidney, and Larry and wife Connie of Chappell; and several nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded in death by his parents and sister Roselee Roberts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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