A Memorial Service will be held for Lance &amp; Pat Menuey at the Veteran's Cemetery June 20 at 1pm. As they lived an loved together, they will be laid to rest together. Anyone who remembers these two precious people are invited to join the family for a final farewell.

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 </figure>A Memorial Service will be held for Lance &amp; Pat Menuey at the Veteran's Cemetery June 20 at 1pm. As they lived an loved together, they will be laid to rest together. Anyone who remembers these two precious people are invited to join the family for a final farewell.

Lance & Pat Menuey Memorial Service

Frank H. Johns, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at his rural Hemingford, NE home.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Alliance, NE.  Pastor Richard Mueller and Pastor Shaun Daugherty will officiate.  Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church.  Cremation will follow the service with inurnment at a later date.

He was born on September 28, 1960 in Lincoln, NE to Frank and Norma (Karle) Johns.

On October 4, 1996 he was united in marriage to Jean M. Hruza.

The couple was able to pursue a longtime dream of owning their own ranch when they purchased land west of Hemingford and moved here in January, 2000.&nbsp; Frank was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Alliance.

He is survived by his wife, Jean; his children, Adam Johns of Hugo, OK and Kelli Britten of Lincoln, NE and his sister &amp; brother-in-law, David and Deb Johns Skomer of Lincoln.&nbsp; He is also survived by his wife’s brothers and sisters, Dan and Tammy Hruza of Burwell, Wayne and Christy Hruza of Ord, and Nancy and Keith Andersen of Adams, NE; nephews and nieces Patrick (Molly) and Michael (Kaylee) Skomer, Anthony Hruza, Sarah (Mike) Esterling, Trisha, Tracy (Jason), and Travis (Darian) Dahlke, Kristen (Brian) Seltzer, and Keri Andersen, and 12 great-nephews/nieces.&nbsp; His parents and his sister, Cindy Johns preceded him in death.

Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, P.O. Box 598, Hemingford, NE 69348.

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

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 </figure>Frank H. Johns, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at his rural Hemingford, NE home.Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Alliance, NE. Pastor Richard Mueller and Pastor Shaun Daugherty will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment at a later date.He was born on September 28, 1960 in Lincoln, NE to Frank and Norma (Karle) Johns.On October 4, 1996 he was united in marriage to Jean M. Hruza.The couple was able to pursue a longtime dream of owning their own ranch when they purchased land west of Hemingford and moved here in January, 2000.&nbsp; Frank was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Alliance.He is survived by his wife, Jean; his children, Adam Johns of Hugo, OK and Kelli Britten of Lincoln, NE and his sister &amp; brother-in-law, David and Deb Johns Skomer of Lincoln.&nbsp; He is also survived by his wife’s brothers and sisters, Dan and Tammy Hruza of Burwell, Wayne and Christy Hruza of Ord, and Nancy and Keith Andersen of Adams, NE; nephews and nieces Patrick (Molly) and Michael (Kaylee) Skomer, Anthony Hruza, Sarah (Mike) Esterling, Trisha, Tracy (Jason), and Travis (Darian) Dahlke, Kristen (Brian) Seltzer, and Keri Andersen, and 12 great-nephews/nieces.&nbsp; His parents and his sister, Cindy Johns preceded him in death.Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, P.O. Box 598, Hemingford, NE 69348.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Frank H. Johns (1960 - 2025)

Leslie Cameron, 68, died on May 30, 2025 in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Jean (Wallace) Cameron and John H. Cameron.&nbsp; Born in the Cleveland suburbs, she grew up in Willowick, OH and Barrington, IL.&nbsp; She spent her young adult years in Gardner, MT, working at Yellowstone National Park.&nbsp; She moved to Portland, ME area in the late 1980’s, living in Portland, Saco and Biddeford.&nbsp; While working as a buyer at Vessel Services, she met her ex-husband Bruce Harvey, a commercial fisherman.&nbsp; Their daughter Alison was born in 1995 and was the light of Leslie’s life.&nbsp;

Leslie channeled her best impulses into supporting Alison as a creative and aware person.&nbsp; An avid reader, Leslie taught Alison to read at a young age.&nbsp; Leslie lived with a sense of wonder at the natural world, imparting a love of animals and nurturing Alison’s budding artistic talents.&nbsp; During Alison’s school years, when Ali lived in Rhode Island, they met for visits in Massachusetts with the family of Leslie’s brother, John frequenting the zoo and science museum.&nbsp;

Leslie moved to Alliance in 2014, to be near her sister Anne and their widowed mother.&nbsp;

Leslie is survived by her daughter Alison Jean Harvey (partnered with Joseph Pelletier III) of Coventry, RI; brothers, John Cameron (Naomi) of Wellesley, MA; David Cameron (Donna) of Grays Lake, IL, and her sister, Anne Henderson-Weare (Leroy Weare) of Alliance, NE.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jean and John Cameron.

Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a>.

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 </figure>Leslie Cameron, 68, died on May 30, 2025 in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Jean (Wallace) Cameron and John H. Cameron.&nbsp; Born in the Cleveland suburbs, she grew up in Willowick, OH and Barrington, IL.&nbsp; She spent her young adult years in Gardner, MT, working at Yellowstone National Park.&nbsp; She moved to Portland, ME area in the late 1980’s, living in Portland, Saco and Biddeford.&nbsp; While working as a buyer at Vessel Services, she met her ex-husband Bruce Harvey, a commercial fisherman.&nbsp; Their daughter Alison was born in 1995 and was the light of Leslie’s life.&nbsp;Leslie channeled her best impulses into supporting Alison as a creative and aware person.&nbsp; An avid reader, Leslie taught Alison to read at a young age.&nbsp; Leslie lived with a sense of wonder at the natural world, imparting a love of animals and nurturing Alison’s budding artistic talents.&nbsp; During Alison’s school years, when Ali lived in Rhode Island, they met for visits in Massachusetts with the family of Leslie’s brother, John frequenting the zoo and science museum.&nbsp;Leslie moved to Alliance in 2014, to be near her sister Anne and their widowed mother.&nbsp;Leslie is survived by her daughter Alison Jean Harvey (partnered with Joseph Pelletier III) of Coventry, RI; brothers, John Cameron (Naomi) of Wellesley, MA; David Cameron (Donna) of Grays Lake, IL, and her sister, Anne Henderson-Weare (Leroy Weare) of Alliance, NE.She was preceded in death by her parents, Jean and John Cameron.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Leslie Cameron, (1957 - 2025)

A Celebration of Life will be held to honor the memory of Douglas L. Taylor on June 21st @ 1pm at the&nbsp;Eagles Club, 1520 W. 3rd St, Alliance, NE. Memorial contributions may be sent to: C/O Karolyn Taylor,&nbsp;5115 Vine Street, Apt. 114; Lincoln, NE 68504. We will have food following, all are welcome to stay if&nbsp;you so choose. Doug’s legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He will be&nbsp;deeply missed.

Douglas Lee “Doug” Taylor of Lincoln, formerly of Alliance Nebraska, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska following a short illness.

Doug was born in Alliance, Nebraska on September 25, 1962 to Richard and Francis Henrietta “Etta” (Jones) Taylor. He attended school in Alliance and graduated from Alliance High School in 1981. He married Pam Groce and to this union four children were born. Doug worked at Electric Hose and Rubber, Dayco and then Parker for 35 years. He married Karolyn Heinemann of Scottsbluff, Nebraska on April 25, 1998 and they enjoyed 27 years of marriage.

Doug enjoyed deer hunting with Karolyn and his sons and friends. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing (Dale Earnhardt Sr. was his favorite), races at the area racetracks and spending time with friends and family. He mostly enjoyed spending time with the love of his life, Karolyn, and his kids and grandkids.

He is survived by his wife Karolyn of Lincoln; his children Shaun (Kristina) Taylor of Lincoln NE, Levi (Kelly) Taylor of Elgin ND, Cody (Kaitlyn) Taylor of Gering NE, and Brianna Taylor of Alliance NE; his grandchildren Gabby, Daceson, Savannah, Dustin, Janessa, Rylan, Jameson, Braxton, Audrey, Kayson, Paisley and Raylan. He is also survived by his sister Carolyn (Jim) Steggall of Alliance NE and nephews Jay and Matthew both of Alliance, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents.

&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the family. Memorials and condolences in memory of Doug can be sent to Karolyn Taylor, 5115 Vine St. Apt. 114, Lincoln NE 68504

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 </figure>UPDATE:&nbsp;&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held to honor the memory of Douglas L. Taylor on June 21st @ 1pm at the&nbsp;Eagles Club, 1520 W. 3rd St, Alliance, NE. Memorial contributions may be sent to: C/O Karolyn Taylor,&nbsp;5115 Vine Street, Apt. 114; Lincoln, NE 68504. We will have food following, all are welcome to stay if&nbsp;you so choose. Doug’s legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He will be&nbsp;deeply missed.Douglas Lee “Doug” Taylor of Lincoln, formerly of Alliance Nebraska, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska following a short illness.Doug was born in Alliance, Nebraska on September 25, 1962 to Richard and Francis Henrietta “Etta” (Jones) Taylor. He attended school in Alliance and graduated from Alliance High School in 1981. He married Pam Groce and to this union four children were born. Doug worked at Electric Hose and Rubber, Dayco and then Parker for 35 years. He married Karolyn Heinemann of Scottsbluff, Nebraska on April 25, 1998 and they enjoyed 27 years of marriage.Doug enjoyed deer hunting with Karolyn and his sons and friends. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing (Dale Earnhardt Sr. was his favorite), races at the area racetracks and spending time with friends and family. He mostly enjoyed spending time with the love of his life, Karolyn, and his kids and grandkids.He is survived by his wife Karolyn of Lincoln; his children Shaun (Kristina) Taylor of Lincoln NE, Levi (Kelly) Taylor of Elgin ND, Cody (Kaitlyn) Taylor of Gering NE, and Brianna Taylor of Alliance NE; his grandchildren Gabby, Daceson, Savannah, Dustin, Janessa, Rylan, Jameson, Braxton, Audrey, Kayson, Paisley and Raylan. He is also survived by his sister Carolyn (Jim) Steggall of Alliance NE and nephews Jay and Matthew both of Alliance, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;A memorial has been established for the family. Memorials and condolences in memory of Doug can be sent to Karolyn Taylor, 5115 Vine St. Apt. 114, Lincoln NE 68504

UPDATE: Celebration of Life June  21, 2025 Douglas Lee “Doug” Taylor (1962 - 2025)

Dwayne Marvin Rose, 94, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at home with his daughter Marlene by his side.

Dwayne was born October 5, 1930 in Belgrade, Nebraska to William Fran and Martha (Naeve) Rose.&nbsp; After attending Alliance Public Schools he helped his dad farm.&nbsp;

He met Grace (Carter) Rose and they were married March 28, 1951 in Scottsbluff.&nbsp; Six children were born to this union.

They made their home in the Hemingford, NE area for a few years until they moved to Alliance, NE in 1954.&nbsp; Then he worked for Railey, George and Bill Koozer until 1955.&nbsp; He joined the army in 1955 serving until he was honorably discharged in 1958.&nbsp; In 1961 the family moved to the farm south of Alliance until his retirement in 2000.&nbsp;

Dwayne was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He served on the Mission Board, Stewardship Board and was an usher.&nbsp; He was also an active volunteer with the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program.

Dwayne is survived by his children, Lucy Gressley of Alliance, Doris (Larry) Gran of Belle Fourche, SD, Nancy (Tom) Neal of Harrisburg, NE, Marlene Rose (Steve Thompson) of Alliance and Dwayne Rose, Jr. of Tacoma, WA.&nbsp; He is also survived by grandchildren, Jeanne Glaze, Toby Neal, Kathleen (Cory) Johnson, Dustin Marx, Kendra Marx, Alicia (James) Hansen, Ashley Rose (Tyrel Clark) Emily (Josh) O’Handly and Jessica (Taylor) Ruzicka, his great-grandchildren, Layne, Natalie, Logan, Jayden, Tristin, Aubree, Torri, Liam, Espyn and Frankie.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother and sister-in law, Roy and Kathy Rose of Independence, MO, sister-in-law, Lois Carter of Boise, ID, brother-in-law, Jerry Lawson of Blue Springs, MO along with several nieces and nephews.

Dwayne was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Grace, their son, Marvin, his parents and in-laws, brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church with Reverend Shaun Daugherty officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 1-7 p.m. with family present from 4-6 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp;

A memorial has been established in his memory at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and School, 1024 Box Butte Avenue, P.O. Box 715, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.

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 </figure>Dwayne Marvin Rose, 94, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 at home with his daughter Marlene by his side.Dwayne was born October 5, 1930 in Belgrade, Nebraska to William Fran and Martha (Naeve) Rose.&nbsp; After attending Alliance Public Schools he helped his dad farm.&nbsp;He met Grace (Carter) Rose and they were married March 28, 1951 in Scottsbluff.&nbsp; Six children were born to this union.They made their home in the Hemingford, NE area for a few years until they moved to Alliance, NE in 1954.&nbsp; Then he worked for Railey, George and Bill Koozer until 1955.&nbsp; He joined the army in 1955 serving until he was honorably discharged in 1958.&nbsp; In 1961 the family moved to the farm south of Alliance until his retirement in 2000.&nbsp;Dwayne was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He served on the Mission Board, Stewardship Board and was an usher.&nbsp; He was also an active volunteer with the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program.Dwayne is survived by his children, Lucy Gressley of Alliance, Doris (Larry) Gran of Belle Fourche, SD, Nancy (Tom) Neal of Harrisburg, NE, Marlene Rose (Steve Thompson) of Alliance and Dwayne Rose, Jr. of Tacoma, WA.&nbsp; He is also survived by grandchildren, Jeanne Glaze, Toby Neal, Kathleen (Cory) Johnson, Dustin Marx, Kendra Marx, Alicia (James) Hansen, Ashley Rose (Tyrel Clark) Emily (Josh) O’Handly and Jessica (Taylor) Ruzicka, his great-grandchildren, Layne, Natalie, Logan, Jayden, Tristin, Aubree, Torri, Liam, Espyn and Frankie.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother and sister-in law, Roy and Kathy Rose of Independence, MO, sister-in-law, Lois Carter of Boise, ID, brother-in-law, Jerry Lawson of Blue Springs, MO along with several nieces and nephews.Dwayne was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Grace, their son, Marvin, his parents and in-laws, brothers and sisters.Funeral services will be Saturday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church with Reverend Shaun Daugherty officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 1-7 p.m. with family present from 4-6 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp;A memorial has been established in his memory at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and School, 1024 Box Butte Avenue, P.O. Box 715, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Dwayne Marvin Rose (1930 - 2025)

A celebration of Jim's life will be held Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at the Gathering Spot.&nbsp; Military honors and inurnment will be held Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.

James T. “Jim” Meng, 77, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at his home in Alliance following a battle with lung cancer.

He was born February 6, 1948 in Crawford, Nebraska to Frederick and Rosella (Zurn) Meng.&nbsp; The family moved to Alliance sometime around 1956.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Alliance High School in 1966 and enlisted in the United States Navy in the summer of 1966.&nbsp; On December 27, 1968, he and Sandra L. Fraedrich were married in Alliance.

He served on several ships during his 4 years in the Navy during the Vietnam War, transporting soldiers from ship to shore as a Boatswain’s Mate.&nbsp; Following his military service in 1970, Jim returned to Alliance and worked for Wendell Merritt for several years.&nbsp; He later owned and operated the business, Merritt Heating and Air Conditioning until his retirement.&nbsp; Jim loved to ride around town on his red scooter and liked playing cards and games on the computer and doing odd jobs in the office.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Meng; his son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Carla Meng; and his granddaughter, Jessi, all of Alliance.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Clifford Meng of Fullerton, CA, Ronald (Vickie) Meng of Fremont, NE and Roger (Larene) Meng of Bakersfield, CA; his sister, Diane (George) Kopecky of Freeman, MO; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Harold, Clarence, Richard and Kenneth Meng, his sister Bernadette Kaufman, and an infant brother.

At Jim’s request, cremation has taken place and interment will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery later this summer.

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

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 </figure>A celebration of Jim's life will be held Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at the Gathering Spot.&nbsp; Military honors and inurnment will be held Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.James T. “Jim” Meng, 77, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at his home in Alliance following a battle with lung cancer.He was born February 6, 1948 in Crawford, Nebraska to Frederick and Rosella (Zurn) Meng.&nbsp; The family moved to Alliance sometime around 1956.&nbsp; Jim graduated from Alliance High School in 1966 and enlisted in the United States Navy in the summer of 1966.&nbsp; On December 27, 1968, he and Sandra L. Fraedrich were married in Alliance.He served on several ships during his 4 years in the Navy during the Vietnam War, transporting soldiers from ship to shore as a Boatswain’s Mate.&nbsp; Following his military service in 1970, Jim returned to Alliance and worked for Wendell Merritt for several years.&nbsp; He later owned and operated the business, Merritt Heating and Air Conditioning until his retirement.&nbsp; Jim loved to ride around town on his red scooter and liked playing cards and games on the computer and doing odd jobs in the office.He is survived by his wife, Sandra Meng; his son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Carla Meng; and his granddaughter, Jessi, all of Alliance.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Clifford Meng of Fullerton, CA, Ronald (Vickie) Meng of Fremont, NE and Roger (Larene) Meng of Bakersfield, CA; his sister, Diane (George) Kopecky of Freeman, MO; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Harold, Clarence, Richard and Kenneth Meng, his sister Bernadette Kaufman, and an infant brother.At Jim’s request, cremation has taken place and interment will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery later this summer.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>

UPDATE: James T. “Jim” Meng (1948 - 2025)

A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Keyhole Reservoir at the Tatanka area.

Karen L. Kennedy, of Gillette, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Billings, Montana.

Karen was born June 18, 1953, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Pete and Lillyan (Buchanan) Rask.

Karen attended school in Alliance, graduating in June 1971.

Karen started working at Jack &amp; Jill Grocery Store in Alliance at the age of 15, as a cashier, until she&nbsp;graduated and met and married Timothy Kennedy of Oshkosh, Nebraska, in 1971. She joined Tim in&nbsp;Curtis, Nebraska, where he was attending college.

In 1972, they moved to Oshkosh, where Tim worked for the Oshkosh Animal Clinic. Karen went to&nbsp;work for Midwec starting on the production line and worked her way up to supervisor. Karen&nbsp;attended several different supervisor classes and a Quality Control Manager school in New York&nbsp;City, New York. When the family moved to Sidney, Nebraska, Karen transferred to the Midwec&nbsp;division in Sidney, and became Quality Control Manager.

In 1977, Karen joined Tim in the Fuel and C-Store business as office manager and C-Store manager,&nbsp;helping Tim build the fuel, lubricants, C-Store and truck stop industry in Sidney and Julesburg,&nbsp;Colorado, for Pro Oil Sapp Bros. for 15 years.

In 1992, the family moved to Casper, Wyoming. Karen went to work for the hospital and counseling&nbsp;center as a bookkeeper. In her free time with daughter Abbie, she took up ceramics and designed&nbsp;several pieces. Three years later, Karen went to work for Hult Construction. In addition to&nbsp;bookkeeping, Karen installed wallpaper for their many jobs.

In 1996, the family moved to Gillette. Karen went to work for M&amp;K OIl and three years later she received her first granddaughter born to TK and Richelle. Kelsea, a sweet little girl, was the apple of grandmas' eye and her pride and joy. Karen could hardly wait until the next time to see her. In 2005, she was again blessed by her second granddaughter, born to Abbie and Billy-Cadence was her sweet pea and light. Karen retired after 13 years of service at M&amp;K Oil.

Karen decided to try the entertaining sport of bowling and joined the Wednesday night women's league. After the first year, her daughter Abbie joined the team. Karen was a team captain, league board member, league vice president, on the Campbell county Women's Bowling board, vice president of the CCWBA bowling board, as well as a board member for the Wyoming Women's State Board.

Karen gave up her bowling passion when Abbie gave birth to her set of twins. Yes, a set of adorable identical twin girls born on Christmas day. Karen enjoyed all the hours she was blessed to spend with these three little girls. Grandma and grandpa didn't know if they were done receiving grandchildren or not, but Michael and Wendy came along with a grandson three years after the twins were born, then three years later, was blessed with a set of twin boys. Now, Karen had plenty of time to enjoy these little grandchildren. Four years later, Michael received another set of boys. Yes, Karen had nine grandchildren, four girls and five boys in all--three sets of twin grandchildren.

Karen was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader, and a Cub Scout and Boy Scout den mother. She also&nbsp;helped the women with fundraisers at St. Matthew's Church and St. Patrick's Church in Sidney,&nbsp;Nebraska. Karen had many hobbies. She loved working in the garden and yard work - Karen had&nbsp;several different perennial and annual flowers around the yard, as well as a relaxing pond she loved&nbsp;very much.

Karen's favorite hobbies were fishing and camping, and they became even more of a favorite when&nbsp;one or more grandchildren went along.

Karen leaves behind husband Tim of 53 years; sons, Timothy "TK" Shawn Kennedy (Richelle), and&nbsp;Micheal P. Kennedy (Wendy); daughter, Abbie L. Little (Billy); nine grandchildren, Kelsea Kennedy&nbsp;of Casper, Cadence, Cami and Cylee Little of Gillette, and Hayden, Teagon, Tallon, Bridger, and&nbsp;Trapper Kennedy of Thayne, Wyoming; sisters, Cindy and Kris; brother, Gary; and many nieces and&nbsp;nephews.

Karen was preceded in death by her grandparents; parents; sisters, Beth, Connie, and Linda; brother,&nbsp;Allen; and nieces, Katie and Angie.

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 </figure>A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Keyhole Reservoir at the Tatanka area.Karen L. Kennedy, of Gillette, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Billings, Montana.Karen was born June 18, 1953, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Pete and Lillyan (Buchanan) Rask.Karen attended school in Alliance, graduating in June 1971.Karen started working at Jack &amp; Jill Grocery Store in Alliance at the age of 15, as a cashier, until she&nbsp;graduated and met and married Timothy Kennedy of Oshkosh, Nebraska, in 1971. She joined Tim in&nbsp;Curtis, Nebraska, where he was attending college.In 1972, they moved to Oshkosh, where Tim worked for the Oshkosh Animal Clinic. Karen went to&nbsp;work for Midwec starting on the production line and worked her way up to supervisor. Karen&nbsp;attended several different supervisor classes and a Quality Control Manager school in New York&nbsp;City, New York. When the family moved to Sidney, Nebraska, Karen transferred to the Midwec&nbsp;division in Sidney, and became Quality Control Manager.In 1977, Karen joined Tim in the Fuel and C-Store business as office manager and C-Store manager,&nbsp;helping Tim build the fuel, lubricants, C-Store and truck stop industry in Sidney and Julesburg,&nbsp;Colorado, for Pro Oil Sapp Bros. for 15 years.In 1992, the family moved to Casper, Wyoming. Karen went to work for the hospital and counseling&nbsp;center as a bookkeeper. In her free time with daughter Abbie, she took up ceramics and designed&nbsp;several pieces. Three years later, Karen went to work for Hult Construction. In addition to&nbsp;bookkeeping, Karen installed wallpaper for their many jobs.In 1996, the family moved to Gillette. Karen went to work for M&amp;K OIl and three years later she received her first granddaughter born to TK and Richelle. Kelsea, a sweet little girl, was the apple of grandmas' eye and her pride and joy. Karen could hardly wait until the next time to see her. In 2005, she was again blessed by her second granddaughter, born to Abbie and Billy-Cadence was her sweet pea and light. Karen retired after 13 years of service at M&amp;K Oil.Karen decided to try the entertaining sport of bowling and joined the Wednesday night women's league. After the first year, her daughter Abbie joined the team. Karen was a team captain, league board member, league vice president, on the Campbell county Women's Bowling board, vice president of the CCWBA bowling board, as well as a board member for the Wyoming Women's State Board.Karen gave up her bowling passion when Abbie gave birth to her set of twins. Yes, a set of adorable identical twin girls born on Christmas day. Karen enjoyed all the hours she was blessed to spend with these three little girls. Grandma and grandpa didn't know if they were done receiving grandchildren or not, but Michael and Wendy came along with a grandson three years after the twins were born, then three years later, was blessed with a set of twin boys. Now, Karen had plenty of time to enjoy these little grandchildren. Four years later, Michael received another set of boys. Yes, Karen had nine grandchildren, four girls and five boys in all--three sets of twin grandchildren.Karen was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader, and a Cub Scout and Boy Scout den mother. She also&nbsp;helped the women with fundraisers at St. Matthew's Church and St. Patrick's Church in Sidney,&nbsp;Nebraska. Karen had many hobbies. She loved working in the garden and yard work - Karen had&nbsp;several different perennial and annual flowers around the yard, as well as a relaxing pond she loved&nbsp;very much.Karen's favorite hobbies were fishing and camping, and they became even more of a favorite when&nbsp;one or more grandchildren went along.Karen leaves behind husband Tim of 53 years; sons, Timothy "TK" Shawn Kennedy (Richelle), and&nbsp;Micheal P. Kennedy (Wendy); daughter, Abbie L. Little (Billy); nine grandchildren, Kelsea Kennedy&nbsp;of Casper, Cadence, Cami and Cylee Little of Gillette, and Hayden, Teagon, Tallon, Bridger, and&nbsp;Trapper Kennedy of Thayne, Wyoming; sisters, Cindy and Kris; brother, Gary; and many nieces and&nbsp;nephews.Karen was preceded in death by her grandparents; parents; sisters, Beth, Connie, and Linda; brother,&nbsp;Allen; and nieces, Katie and Angie.

Celebration of Life June 14, 2025  Karen L. Kennedy (1953 - 2025)

Schuyler D. Dawn, 70, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 with his family by his side.

He was born in Alliance on January 5, 1955 to Moses and Henrietta (Picket Pin) Dawn. Schuyler was a strong believer in the Lakota Spiritual ways.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; his children, Roy Thompson of Tilden, NE; Kevin Hart, Angela White Crane of Alliance, Naomi (Arnufo) Rocha of Crete, NE , Henrietta Dawn of Alliance, Schuyler (Leah) Dawn, Jr. of Lincoln and&nbsp; Waylon (Ashley) Dawn,&nbsp; Shyanna Red Nest and Sage Schuyler Dawn of Alliance.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters and brothers, Lela Schmidt of Lincoln, Jerry Dawn and Gerald Dawn of Alliance and Sharla Dawn of Lincoln and his Hunka Brothers, Troy and Travis Strorovich.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Preceding Schuyler in death was his parents, his daughter, Angel Dawn, his son, Isaiah Garcia and his siblings, Shane Dawn, Mildred Dawn, Blaine Brownlow and Sharon Crooked Eyes.

A one night wake service will be Tuesday, June 3 beginning at 4:00 p.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 4 at 1:00 p.m. at the church followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery.

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

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 </figure>Schuyler D. Dawn, 70, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 with his family by his side.He was born in Alliance on January 5, 1955 to Moses and Henrietta (Picket Pin) Dawn. Schuyler was a strong believer in the Lakota Spiritual ways.He is survived by his wife, Shirley; his children, Roy Thompson of Tilden, NE; Kevin Hart, Angela White Crane of Alliance, Naomi (Arnufo) Rocha of Crete, NE , Henrietta Dawn of Alliance, Schuyler (Leah) Dawn, Jr. of Lincoln and&nbsp; Waylon (Ashley) Dawn,&nbsp; Shyanna Red Nest and Sage Schuyler Dawn of Alliance.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters and brothers, Lela Schmidt of Lincoln, Jerry Dawn and Gerald Dawn of Alliance and Sharla Dawn of Lincoln and his Hunka Brothers, Troy and Travis Strorovich.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.Preceding Schuyler in death was his parents, his daughter, Angel Dawn, his son, Isaiah Garcia and his siblings, Shane Dawn, Mildred Dawn, Blaine Brownlow and Sharon Crooked Eyes.A one night wake service will be Tuesday, June 3 beginning at 4:00 p.m. at the Calvary Assembly of God Church.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 4 at 1:00 p.m. at the church followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery.Online condolences may be left at<a href="http://www.batesgould.com"> www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Schuyler D. Dawn (1955 - 2025)

Virgil Vernon Hatch was born in Custer County, Nebraska to Bennie L. and Mabel (Griffith) Hatch on July 1, 1924.&nbsp; He passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp; Virgil celebrated his 100th birthday with family July 1, 2024, a lifetime goal completed.&nbsp; The morning of his passing he received a WWII Celebration of Victory Medal from the State of Nebraska celebrating his service to the country.&nbsp;

Virgil grew up in Custer County, helping on the family farm and working.&nbsp;

He graduated from Lexington High School in 1943, enlisted June 9, 1943 at Ft. Crook, Nebraska and served as a Chief Clerk in the United States Army until Dec. 13, 1945.&nbsp; In 1953 he received his Pharmacy Degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He met the love of his life when they were 15, Ruth I. (Diefenbach) Hatch. They were married on March 3, 1946 at the United Methodist Church in Lexington.&nbsp; They had three children: Jerry, Larry and Deb. Virgil and Ruth celebrated their 74th anniversary March 3, 2020 shortly before her passing.

In 1962 they moved to Alliance, Nebraska, where they purchased their first store, Hatch Drug.&nbsp; They owned and operated many businesses in Alliance over a span of 48 years, including&nbsp;Hatch Drug, Radio Shack, Ruth’s Hallmark, Hatch’s Hallmark, The Computer Center, and Special Stitches.

Virgil had a wonderful, busy life and was the most caring person he could be.&nbsp; He was a practicing Pharmacist until the age of 84, when he retired to spend time with Ruth, family and gardening, one of his many hobbies. He and Ruth enjoyed traveling all over the world.

Virgil was an active member of Kiwanis, Methodist Men and served as the President of the Nebraska Pharmacists Association from 1978-1979

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruth; brothers, Wilford Hatch, and Verl Hatch; his sister, Dorothy (Hatch) Glenn; his son, Larry Hatch; and daughter in law, Anita (Shaughnessy) Hatch.

He leaves a legacy of family, including his sister, Carol (Hatch) Dreier; his son, Jerry (Hing Wah) Hatch; his daughter, Deb (Hatch) Thiems (Rick); Grandchildren, KayYing Hatch, Karri (Hatch) Guthmiller, Tyler (Lindsie) Thiems, Ashley Dudden, Gina Garrett Rebillet and Pat Garrett; great grandchildren, Caleb (Katie) Hatch, C.J. (Hannah) Guthmiller, Cassey (Jordan) McCracken, Sean Thiems, Xavier Thiems, Chance Thiems, Brookleigh Thiems, Lainey Thiems, Aubrey Dudden, and Natalie Dudden, and Canden Marsteller; great-great grandchildren, Lukas McCracken, Miah Hatch, Lily Hatch, Ryker Hatch, Asher&nbsp;Dickenson,&nbsp;&nbsp;and Oliver Hatch; and many nieces and nephews and extended family.

We would like to thank the Highland Park Care Center for the outstanding care given to Virgil and Ruth over the past 6 years.&nbsp; They will always be a part of our family.

A celebration of Virgil’s life will be held Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Pastor Greg Reed will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the United Methodist Church Columbarium.

Memorials may be given in care of the family for a future designation.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748528476184.jpeg" alt="Virgil Hatch" />
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 </figure>Virgil Vernon Hatch was born in Custer County, Nebraska to Bennie L. and Mabel (Griffith) Hatch on July 1, 1924.&nbsp; He passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp; Virgil celebrated his 100th birthday with family July 1, 2024, a lifetime goal completed.&nbsp; The morning of his passing he received a WWII Celebration of Victory Medal from the State of Nebraska celebrating his service to the country.&nbsp;Virgil grew up in Custer County, helping on the family farm and working.&nbsp;He graduated from Lexington High School in 1943, enlisted June 9, 1943 at Ft. Crook, Nebraska and served as a Chief Clerk in the United States Army until Dec. 13, 1945.&nbsp; In 1953 he received his Pharmacy Degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.&nbsp;&nbsp;He met the love of his life when they were 15, Ruth I. (Diefenbach) Hatch. They were married on March 3, 1946 at the United Methodist Church in Lexington.&nbsp; They had three children: Jerry, Larry and Deb. Virgil and Ruth celebrated their 74th anniversary March 3, 2020 shortly before her passing.In 1962 they moved to Alliance, Nebraska, where they purchased their first store, Hatch Drug.&nbsp; They owned and operated many businesses in Alliance over a span of 48 years, including&nbsp;Hatch Drug, Radio Shack, Ruth’s Hallmark, Hatch’s Hallmark, The Computer Center, and Special Stitches.Virgil had a wonderful, busy life and was the most caring person he could be.&nbsp; He was a practicing Pharmacist until the age of 84, when he retired to spend time with Ruth, family and gardening, one of his many hobbies. He and Ruth enjoyed traveling all over the world.Virgil was an active member of Kiwanis, Methodist Men and served as the President of the Nebraska Pharmacists Association from 1978-1979He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruth; brothers, Wilford Hatch, and Verl Hatch; his sister, Dorothy (Hatch) Glenn; his son, Larry Hatch; and daughter in law, Anita (Shaughnessy) Hatch.He leaves a legacy of family, including his sister, Carol (Hatch) Dreier; his son, Jerry (Hing Wah) Hatch; his daughter, Deb (Hatch) Thiems (Rick); Grandchildren, KayYing Hatch, Karri (Hatch) Guthmiller, Tyler (Lindsie) Thiems, Ashley Dudden, Gina Garrett Rebillet and Pat Garrett; great grandchildren, Caleb (Katie) Hatch, C.J. (Hannah) Guthmiller, Cassey (Jordan) McCracken, Sean Thiems, Xavier Thiems, Chance Thiems, Brookleigh Thiems, Lainey Thiems, Aubrey Dudden, and Natalie Dudden, and Canden Marsteller; great-great grandchildren, Lukas McCracken, Miah Hatch, Lily Hatch, Ryker Hatch, Asher&nbsp;Dickenson,&nbsp;&nbsp;and Oliver Hatch; and many nieces and nephews and extended family.We would like to thank the Highland Park Care Center for the outstanding care given to Virgil and Ruth over the past 6 years.&nbsp; They will always be a part of our family.A celebration of Virgil’s life will be held Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Pastor Greg Reed will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the United Methodist Church Columbarium.Memorials may be given in care of the family for a future designation.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Virgil Vernon Hatch (1924 - 2025)

Joe Cervantes, 72, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska.

He was born May 4, 1953, in Scottsbluff, NE to Pedro and Julia (Salazar) Cervantes. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School and then from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. He found work the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Alliance, Lincoln, McCook, Hebron, Stanton and finally with the Natural Resource Conservation Services in Alliance, NE and stayed until he retired at 55.

He was united in marriage to Marie (Howe) Cervantes on December 26, 1975. He was a devoted family man, who loved spending time gardening, watching Husker football, and doing some occasional gambling. The greatest joy of his last two and half years was spending time with his grandson.

Joe is survived by his wife, Marie, his son Marcos, his daughter Melissa (Lance) Haas, and grandson Garrett Haas. He is also survived by his brother Danny Cervantes (Jeannie) of Scottsbluff, NE, and sisters, Helen Pina and Irene Dominguez of Scottsbluff, NE, and Adela Serrano of Miami, FL, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Joe was preceded in death by his mother and father, Pedro and Julia, his brothers Andrew, Reynaldo, and Jesse Cervantes, and his sisters Margaret Cervantes and Annie Flores.

Memorial services will be Friday, June 6, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Father Joseph Thambi officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at Fairview Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Guadalupe Center immediately after services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Empowering Families of Scottsbluff or to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Fighters Association.

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 </figure>Joe Cervantes, 72, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska.He was born May 4, 1953, in Scottsbluff, NE to Pedro and Julia (Salazar) Cervantes. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School and then from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. He found work the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Alliance, Lincoln, McCook, Hebron, Stanton and finally with the Natural Resource Conservation Services in Alliance, NE and stayed until he retired at 55.He was united in marriage to Marie (Howe) Cervantes on December 26, 1975. He was a devoted family man, who loved spending time gardening, watching Husker football, and doing some occasional gambling. The greatest joy of his last two and half years was spending time with his grandson.Joe is survived by his wife, Marie, his son Marcos, his daughter Melissa (Lance) Haas, and grandson Garrett Haas. He is also survived by his brother Danny Cervantes (Jeannie) of Scottsbluff, NE, and sisters, Helen Pina and Irene Dominguez of Scottsbluff, NE, and Adela Serrano of Miami, FL, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.Joe was preceded in death by his mother and father, Pedro and Julia, his brothers Andrew, Reynaldo, and Jesse Cervantes, and his sisters Margaret Cervantes and Annie Flores.Memorial services will be Friday, June 6, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Father Joseph Thambi officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at Fairview Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Guadalupe Center immediately after services.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Empowering Families of Scottsbluff or to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Fighters Association.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Joe Cervantes (1953 - 2025)

Ryan Eugene Engelhaupt, 50, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2025 at his home in Rapid City, SD.

He was born on March 9, 1975 in Alliance, NE to Robert “Bob” and Patricia (Brunkow) Engelhaupt. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1993. After graduating he went on to further his education at Chadron State College then to South Dakota School of Mines. He decided to make his home in Rapid City for more job opportunities. Through the years he worked various jobs in the computer industry earning many certificates. In 2017 he started working at KT Connections as a Systems Engineer. He truly loved his job and looked forward to going to work every day. He loved the different challenges, all his coworkers, and the weekends of golf.

Ryan was always trying new things and had a variety of hobbies. The last couple of years he was quite the golf enthusiast. Before golf, he tried out for ballroom dancing and discovered he had a passion and talent for it. He enjoyed learning all different types of dance. His favorite dance was Lindy Hop and even instructed a few classes. He enjoyed electronics, camping, hiking, welding, wood working, building legos, video games, magic cards, and movies with his son.

The best day of his life was April 14, 2003 when he became a father to his son Alex. Being a dad was his proudest moment.

Ryan was one of a kind. He was witty and had always had something funny to say. He had a great sense of humor and would make you laugh till it hurt. His smile and laugh were extremely contagious. He was a friend to everyone he met. If a baby was around you can bet Ryan would be holding them. He loved building legos with his nieces. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will always be remembered as a great father, a wonderful son, the funniest uncle, and the best big brother!

He is survived by his son Alex, Alex’s mom Brandi of Rapid City, SD, his father Robert”Bob” Engelhaupt, his brother Brandon of Alliance, NE, his sister Cassidy (Tim)Kramer of Minatare, NE, nieces Raylyn, Brynley, and Destinee, great niece Emery, great nephew Ronan, his beloved cat Winnie Pie, uncles Mike (Barb) Brunkow of Lincoln, NE, Tom Hart of CA, Patrick(Pat) Engelhaupt of IL, aunt, Mary(John) Hewitt of Omaha, Kelly (Mike) Fitchhorn of Omaha, cousins Mandy, Sara, Angie, Shan, Nick, Mike, Matt, Anna, and Kayla, and numerous close family friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother Patricia, grandparents David and Vivian Brunkow, grandmother Catherine Engelhaupt, grandfather Eugene Engelhaupt, his aunt Trish Engelhaupt, and his special cat Zen.

Memorial services will be on May 30, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, NE. Burial will follow at Alliance Cemetery.

Family and friends are welcome to join family for lunch at the VFW.

Flowers may be sent to Bates Gould Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ryan Engelhaupt Memorial and sent to 1441 Colorado Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.

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 </figure>Ryan Eugene Engelhaupt, 50, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2025 at his home in Rapid City, SD.He was born on March 9, 1975 in Alliance, NE to Robert “Bob” and Patricia (Brunkow) Engelhaupt. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1993. After graduating he went on to further his education at Chadron State College then to South Dakota School of Mines. He decided to make his home in Rapid City for more job opportunities. Through the years he worked various jobs in the computer industry earning many certificates. In 2017 he started working at KT Connections as a Systems Engineer. He truly loved his job and looked forward to going to work every day. He loved the different challenges, all his coworkers, and the weekends of golf.Ryan was always trying new things and had a variety of hobbies. The last couple of years he was quite the golf enthusiast. Before golf, he tried out for ballroom dancing and discovered he had a passion and talent for it. He enjoyed learning all different types of dance. His favorite dance was Lindy Hop and even instructed a few classes. He enjoyed electronics, camping, hiking, welding, wood working, building legos, video games, magic cards, and movies with his son.The best day of his life was April 14, 2003 when he became a father to his son Alex. Being a dad was his proudest moment.Ryan was one of a kind. He was witty and had always had something funny to say. He had a great sense of humor and would make you laugh till it hurt. His smile and laugh were extremely contagious. He was a friend to everyone he met. If a baby was around you can bet Ryan would be holding them. He loved building legos with his nieces. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He will always be remembered as a great father, a wonderful son, the funniest uncle, and the best big brother!He is survived by his son Alex, Alex’s mom Brandi of Rapid City, SD, his father Robert”Bob” Engelhaupt, his brother Brandon of Alliance, NE, his sister Cassidy (Tim)Kramer of Minatare, NE, nieces Raylyn, Brynley, and Destinee, great niece Emery, great nephew Ronan, his beloved cat Winnie Pie, uncles Mike (Barb) Brunkow of Lincoln, NE, Tom Hart of CA, Patrick(Pat) Engelhaupt of IL, aunt, Mary(John) Hewitt of Omaha, Kelly (Mike) Fitchhorn of Omaha, cousins Mandy, Sara, Angie, Shan, Nick, Mike, Matt, Anna, and Kayla, and numerous close family friends.He was preceded in death by his mother Patricia, grandparents David and Vivian Brunkow, grandmother Catherine Engelhaupt, grandfather Eugene Engelhaupt, his aunt Trish Engelhaupt, and his special cat Zen.Memorial services will be on May 30, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, NE. Burial will follow at Alliance Cemetery.Family and friends are welcome to join family for lunch at the VFW.Flowers may be sent to Bates Gould Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ryan Engelhaupt Memorial and sent to 1441 Colorado Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.

Ryan Eugene Engelhaupt (1975 - 2025)

Margaret M Kicken, died on May 14th, 2025, in Scottsbluff, at the age of 90. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10am on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Christ The King Catholic Church in Gering with Father Mike McDonald as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Alliance at 2pm. Visitation and a Rosary Service will be held on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the church at 6pm. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials in Margaret’s honor be made in care of her family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Margaret’s memorial page at <a href="http://www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com">www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com</a>.

Margaret Mary (McDonald) Kicken was born September 16th, 1934, in Alliance, NE to Emmett and Gertrude (Carpenter) McDonald. She rode horseback to a one room school in Sioux County. She graduated St. Agnes Academy in Alliance and Sisters of St. Francis Nursing School in Minot, North Dakota.

Margaret enjoyed a long and successful career as a nurse, being employed in hospitals in Alliance and Scottsbluff, NE. She retired following 17 years of dedicated and reputable employment as surveyor of health care facilities for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

Margaret and Lucien were married 68 years. They were wed in Mitchell, NE, on June 30th, 1956. They ranched in the Sandhills later moving to Milford NE and Alliance, NE ending in Scottsbluff, NE, where they raised their six children. Margaret and Lucien enjoyed square dancing and traveling in their camper throughout the United States and Canada. They also enjoyed many trips to Europe, visiting family and friends.

Margaret will be remembered by many, primarily due to her personality and ability to leave an impression. She is known for her kindness, her storytelling, her ability to remain in touch with close and extended family members, her role as family historian, her cooking, her humor and wit, and especially her faith.

Survivors include Mark (Joanne) Kicken of Buckely, WA, David (Joan) Kicken of Minatare, NE, Mary (Danny) Tompkins of Scottsbluff, NE, Teresa Jacobs of Lincoln, NE, Emily (Pat) Starr of Sioux Falls, SD, Louis (Amy) Kicken, of Gering, NE; sixteen grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.

Preceding Margaret in death is her husband, Lucien Kicken, grandson Zachary Tompkins, and great-grandson, Jacob Rosmann.

Margaret’s family would like to thank Brookstone Hospice for the excellent care and comfort provided to Margaret and her family. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the family and these contributions will be donated to the causes Margaret supported.

<figure>
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 </figure>Margaret M Kicken, died on May 14th, 2025, in Scottsbluff, at the age of 90. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10am on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Christ The King Catholic Church in Gering with Father Mike McDonald as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Alliance at 2pm. Visitation and a Rosary Service will be held on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the church at 6pm. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials in Margaret’s honor be made in care of her family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Margaret’s memorial page at <a href="http://www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com">www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com</a>.Margaret Mary (McDonald) Kicken was born September 16th, 1934, in Alliance, NE to Emmett and Gertrude (Carpenter) McDonald. She rode horseback to a one room school in Sioux County. She graduated St. Agnes Academy in Alliance and Sisters of St. Francis Nursing School in Minot, North Dakota.Margaret enjoyed a long and successful career as a nurse, being employed in hospitals in Alliance and Scottsbluff, NE. She retired following 17 years of dedicated and reputable employment as surveyor of health care facilities for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.Margaret and Lucien were married 68 years. They were wed in Mitchell, NE, on June 30th, 1956. They ranched in the Sandhills later moving to Milford NE and Alliance, NE ending in Scottsbluff, NE, where they raised their six children. Margaret and Lucien enjoyed square dancing and traveling in their camper throughout the United States and Canada. They also enjoyed many trips to Europe, visiting family and friends.Margaret will be remembered by many, primarily due to her personality and ability to leave an impression. She is known for her kindness, her storytelling, her ability to remain in touch with close and extended family members, her role as family historian, her cooking, her humor and wit, and especially her faith.Survivors include Mark (Joanne) Kicken of Buckely, WA, David (Joan) Kicken of Minatare, NE, Mary (Danny) Tompkins of Scottsbluff, NE, Teresa Jacobs of Lincoln, NE, Emily (Pat) Starr of Sioux Falls, SD, Louis (Amy) Kicken, of Gering, NE; sixteen grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.Preceding Margaret in death is her husband, Lucien Kicken, grandson Zachary Tompkins, and great-grandson, Jacob Rosmann.Margaret’s family would like to thank Brookstone Hospice for the excellent care and comfort provided to Margaret and her family. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the family and these contributions will be donated to the causes Margaret supported.

Margaret M Kicken (1934 - 2025)

UPDATE: Joint services for Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp;

Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;A meal will follow at the West Side Event Center.

Memorial donations for the Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman Scholarship may be sent to the Alliance Public Schools Foundation.

Leonard Raymond Hartman, 76, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024 at Swedish Medical Center in Denver, CO after a brief illness.

He was born in Seneca Falls, New York on October 5, 1948, to the late Betty Jane Scott Hartman (Decker) and Leonard Ray Hartman and was the oldest of four children. He lost his father in 1961. Leonard was a 1966 graduate of Mynderse Academy in Seneca Falls, NY.&nbsp;

Leonard studied Mathematics at Auburn Community College, Auburn, NY and at Hiram Scott College, in Scottsbluff, NE. That is where he met his sweetheart Linda Ann Viola in 1971. They were married for over 50 years and made their home in Alliance, Nebraska. Leonard earned his Master’s degree at Chadron State College in 1979, and earned an Administrative Endorsement 7-12, High School in 1983 from University of Nebraska – Lincoln.

Leonard taught high school math and developed the Computer Science Program “Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)” at Alliance Public Schools. Leonard was committed to his craft for over 42 years and “never worked a day in his life”. He was devoted to his students and was a referee for basketball. Leonard and Linda also supported the students and school by keeping the books for Volleyball and both boys’ and girls’ basketball teams for over 20 years.&nbsp; They were inducted into the A Club in 2023, and Leonard was very proud of this honor.&nbsp; With Linda, he was active in the Nebraska State Education Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Each summer he and Linda would travel back to Upstate New York and Long Island to visit family. Leonard enjoyed italian food, fishing, playing golf and their many cats. He was known for his generosity, quick wit, clever sense of humor and his kind and sincere demeanor.

Leonard is survived by his brother Paul C. (Theresa) Hartman of Richardson, TX, sister Ellen H. Bailey, brother-in-law William “Bill” Foulkrod, nephews Todd Foulkrod, all of Lucama, NC, Scott Bailey of Waterloo, NY, nieces Kim Foulkrod (Randy) Moore of Lucama, NC, Lisa Bailey (Patrick) Shell of Seneca Falls, NY, Rachel Hartman and Cassandra Hartman, both of Columbus, OH, several great nieces and nephews. Special friends Jim and Jeryl Hawk and family, Bill Longacre, Don and Julie Sheldon, and many other friends and colleagues. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda, sister, Nancy D. Foulkrod, and nephew, Eric J. Hartman.

<figure>
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 </figure>UPDATE: Joint services for Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp;

Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; &nbsp;A meal will follow at the West Side Event Center. Memorial donations for the Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman Scholarship may be sent to the Alliance Public Schools Foundation.Leonard Raymond Hartman, 76, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024 at Swedish Medical Center in Denver, CO after a brief illness.He was born in Seneca Falls, New York on October 5, 1948, to the late Betty Jane Scott Hartman (Decker) and Leonard Ray Hartman and was the oldest of four children. He lost his father in 1961. Leonard was a 1966 graduate of Mynderse Academy in Seneca Falls, NY.&nbsp;Leonard studied Mathematics at Auburn Community College, Auburn, NY and at Hiram Scott College, in Scottsbluff, NE. That is where he met his sweetheart Linda Ann Viola in 1971. They were married for over 50 years and made their home in Alliance, Nebraska. Leonard earned his Master’s degree at Chadron State College in 1979, and earned an Administrative Endorsement 7-12, High School in 1983 from University of Nebraska – Lincoln.Leonard taught high school math and developed the Computer Science Program “Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)” at Alliance Public Schools. Leonard was committed to his craft for over 42 years and “never worked a day in his life”. He was devoted to his students and was a referee for basketball. Leonard and Linda also supported the students and school by keeping the books for Volleyball and both boys’ and girls’ basketball teams for over 20 years.&nbsp; They were inducted into the A Club in 2023, and Leonard was very proud of this honor.&nbsp; With Linda, he was active in the Nebraska State Education Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each summer he and Linda would travel back to Upstate New York and Long Island to visit family. Leonard enjoyed italian food, fishing, playing golf and their many cats. He was known for his generosity, quick wit, clever sense of humor and his kind and sincere demeanor.Leonard is survived by his brother Paul C. (Theresa) Hartman of Richardson, TX, sister Ellen H. Bailey, brother-in-law William “Bill” Foulkrod, nephews Todd Foulkrod, all of Lucama, NC, Scott Bailey of Waterloo, NY, nieces Kim Foulkrod (Randy) Moore of Lucama, NC, Lisa Bailey (Patrick) Shell of Seneca Falls, NY, Rachel Hartman and Cassandra Hartman, both of Columbus, OH, several great nieces and nephews. Special friends Jim and Jeryl Hawk and family, Bill Longacre, Don and Julie Sheldon, and many other friends and colleagues. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda, sister, Nancy D. Foulkrod, and nephew, Eric J. Hartman.

UPDATE: Services Scheduled Leonard Raymond Hartman (1948 - 2024)

UPDATE: Joint services for Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp;

Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. A meal will follow at the West Side Event Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda Ann Hartman, 73, passed away Friday, March 25 at St. Mary's Hospital, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN after a lengthy illness.

She was born on December 31, 1948 in Englewood, NJ to Fred and Cecelia (Holmes) Viola. Linda was raised and grew up in Tappan, NY and graduated from Tappan High School in 1966. In 1969 she graduated from Rockland Community College in Rockland NY .

She moved to Nebraska in 1970 and graduated from Hiram Scott College in Scottsbluff in 1971 with a degree in elementary education. At Hiram Scott College she met Leonard Hartman and they were married in 1971. He survives her at their home.

They moved to Alliance later that year where Leonard began teaching high school math.

Linda began teaching middle school math in 1980. She was very active in school including being the Middle School Student Council sponsor and running the school store. One of her favorite things to do was keep scorebook for the high school volleyball and basketball teams. She was very active in the Nebraska State Education Association holding several elected positions.

Her favorite activity outside of school was scrapbooking. She enjoyed making pages for the senior players and for her friends' children. She also enjoyed taking care of her many cats.

Memorials may be sent to PAWS in care of the Alliance Animal Clinic.

Memorial services will be held at a later date

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 </figure>UPDATE: Joint services for Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp;

Father Matt Koperski will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.batesgould.com/">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. A meal will follow at the West Side Event Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial donations for the Leonard &amp; Linda Hartman Scholarship may be sent to the Alliance Public Schools Foundation.Linda Ann Hartman, 73, passed away Friday, March 25 at St. Mary's Hospital, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN after a lengthy illness.She was born on December 31, 1948 in Englewood, NJ to Fred and Cecelia (Holmes) Viola. Linda was raised and grew up in Tappan, NY and graduated from Tappan High School in 1966. In 1969 she graduated from Rockland Community College in Rockland NY .She moved to Nebraska in 1970 and graduated from Hiram Scott College in Scottsbluff in 1971 with a degree in elementary education. At Hiram Scott College she met Leonard Hartman and they were married in 1971. He survives her at their home.They moved to Alliance later that year where Leonard began teaching high school math.Linda began teaching middle school math in 1980. She was very active in school including being the Middle School Student Council sponsor and running the school store. One of her favorite things to do was keep scorebook for the high school volleyball and basketball teams. She was very active in the Nebraska State Education Association holding several elected positions.Her favorite activity outside of school was scrapbooking. She enjoyed making pages for the senior players and for her friends' children. She also enjoyed taking care of her many cats.Memorials may be sent to PAWS in care of the Alliance Animal Clinic.Memorial services will be held at a later date

UPDATE: Services Scheduled Linda Ann Hartman (1948 - 2022)

Hildreth “Hil” Brammer Monahan was born on March 18, 1930, in Bingham, NE., to Elmer and Edithe (McCarty) Brammer, and passed away on April 30, 2025, in Alliance, NE., at the age of 95.

Hil was the 8th of nine children.&nbsp; Edithe passed away when Hil was seven years old, and her older sisters helped raise her and the younger brothers.&nbsp; Hil attended school in Bingham and graduated with one other classmate.&nbsp; After graduation, she received her teacher’s certificate from Chadron State College, and taught in a country school south of Ashby for two years.&nbsp; She saved enough money to attend the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, for one year.

During the two summers before graduating from high school, Hil helped out the cook at the Monahan Cattle Company ranch near Hyannis.&nbsp; It was there she met James A. Monahan, her future husband.&nbsp; After finishing college in Lincoln, they were married on August 20, 1950, in Bingham.

Hil was immediately introduced to the ranch wife life as the garden and canning of produce were in full swing. One week following the wedding, the ranch cook passed away, and Hil became the temporary cook.&nbsp; She continued to fill in, when needed, at the cookhouse for over 40 years.

Hil and James had four children:&nbsp; Bryan, Bob, Gerri, and Joan.&nbsp; Hil enjoyed sewing clothes for the family; knitting, embroidery; and needlework.&nbsp; Tending to her flower gardens brought her much joy.&nbsp; Hil was involved with the King's Daughters at church.&nbsp; Flying the American flag was special to Hil.&nbsp; She did all this while keeping an immaculate house.&nbsp; Hil was a wonderful cook and hostess.&nbsp; Christmas was her favorite holiday, especially when preparing the prime rib roast for the family gathering.

Her grandchildren and the great-grandchildren brought her much joy.

Hil also enjoyed attending the kids’ activities.&nbsp; She liked to play bridge, other card games, and worked many crossword puzzles.&nbsp; Other interests were playing the organ, bowling and weekends at the lake.

Visiting with friends and family over a cup of coffee, the Nebraska Huskers, and most of all, Herefords were highlights.

Through the years, she embraced ranch life while raising her family.&nbsp; If she wasn’t out working in the yards and garden, doing the ranch bookwork and purebred records, she was helping on the ranch wherever needed, from hauling cattle to the sale barn, raising chickens, gathering cattle on horseback, branding, and everything in between.

Hil was active in the Nebraska and American Hereford Auxiliary and the Nebraska Cow Belles.&nbsp; She dedicated her life to the Hereford world and in 1987 was named “Outstanding Hereford Woman” by the American Hereford Auxiliary.

Through the years, Hil and James traveled extensively.&nbsp; Their home away from home family vacations involved a tent, pickup-topped camper, trailer, or one of their motorhomes.&nbsp; A lot of fall weekends were spent traveling to Lincoln for Husker football games with friends and family.&nbsp; Hil and James traveled abroad, attending three World Hereford Conferences.

Hil was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Edithe; sisters Arlene Boots, Francis Reed, Mildred Lineback, Edna Grose, and brothers Hank Brammer, Don Brammer, Elmer Brammer Jr., and Richard “Dick” Brammer.

Survivors include her husband, James of 75 years, sons Bryan (LaRene) Monahan, Bob Monahan, and Joan (Dan) Phipps all on the ranch, and Gerri Monahan of Lincoln.&nbsp; Grandchildren include Beth (Bob) Bush, Rocky (Melissa) Holm, Chedric Monahan, Marde (Zac) Thomas, Molly Monahan, Mark Monahan, Shantel (Travis) Lurz, John (fiancé Nikki) Monahan, Sarah (Jackson) Davis, 10 great grandchildren, three sister in-laws, one brother in-law, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. MDT, at the Hyannis High School. Interment will be at the Hyannis Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Wednesday, May 14 from 2-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the, family prefers to memorials in Hil’s memory to&nbsp; Grant County Rescue, P.O. Box 164, Hyannis, NE., 69350;&nbsp; Sandhills Fire Protection District, P.O. Box 322, Hyannis, NE., 69350; Bingham Lutheran Church, 1084 McAdoo Ave., Bingham, NE., 69335 or Highland Park Care Center, 1644 Sweetwater Ave., Alliance, NE., 69301.

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

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 </figure>Hildreth “Hil” Brammer Monahan was born on March 18, 1930, in Bingham, NE., to Elmer and Edithe (McCarty) Brammer, and passed away on April 30, 2025, in Alliance, NE., at the age of 95.Hil was the 8th of nine children.&nbsp; Edithe passed away when Hil was seven years old, and her older sisters helped raise her and the younger brothers.&nbsp; Hil attended school in Bingham and graduated with one other classmate.&nbsp; After graduation, she received her teacher’s certificate from Chadron State College, and taught in a country school south of Ashby for two years.&nbsp; She saved enough money to attend the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, for one year.During the two summers before graduating from high school, Hil helped out the cook at the Monahan Cattle Company ranch near Hyannis.&nbsp; It was there she met James A. Monahan, her future husband.&nbsp; After finishing college in Lincoln, they were married on August 20, 1950, in Bingham.Hil was immediately introduced to the ranch wife life as the garden and canning of produce were in full swing. One week following the wedding, the ranch cook passed away, and Hil became the temporary cook.&nbsp; She continued to fill in, when needed, at the cookhouse for over 40 years.Hil and James had four children:&nbsp; Bryan, Bob, Gerri, and Joan.&nbsp; Hil enjoyed sewing clothes for the family; knitting, embroidery; and needlework.&nbsp; Tending to her flower gardens brought her much joy.&nbsp; Hil was involved with the King's Daughters at church.&nbsp; Flying the American flag was special to Hil.&nbsp; She did all this while keeping an immaculate house.&nbsp; Hil was a wonderful cook and hostess.&nbsp; Christmas was her favorite holiday, especially when preparing the prime rib roast for the family gathering.Her grandchildren and the great-grandchildren brought her much joy.Hil also enjoyed attending the kids’ activities.&nbsp; She liked to play bridge, other card games, and worked many crossword puzzles.&nbsp; Other interests were playing the organ, bowling and weekends at the lake.Visiting with friends and family over a cup of coffee, the Nebraska Huskers, and most of all, Herefords were highlights.Through the years, she embraced ranch life while raising her family.&nbsp; If she wasn’t out working in the yards and garden, doing the ranch bookwork and purebred records, she was helping on the ranch wherever needed, from hauling cattle to the sale barn, raising chickens, gathering cattle on horseback, branding, and everything in between.Hil was active in the Nebraska and American Hereford Auxiliary and the Nebraska Cow Belles.&nbsp; She dedicated her life to the Hereford world and in 1987 was named “Outstanding Hereford Woman” by the American Hereford Auxiliary.Through the years, Hil and James traveled extensively.&nbsp; Their home away from home family vacations involved a tent, pickup-topped camper, trailer, or one of their motorhomes.&nbsp; A lot of fall weekends were spent traveling to Lincoln for Husker football games with friends and family.&nbsp; Hil and James traveled abroad, attending three World Hereford Conferences.Hil was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Edithe; sisters Arlene Boots, Francis Reed, Mildred Lineback, Edna Grose, and brothers Hank Brammer, Don Brammer, Elmer Brammer Jr., and Richard “Dick” Brammer.Survivors include her husband, James of 75 years, sons Bryan (LaRene) Monahan, Bob Monahan, and Joan (Dan) Phipps all on the ranch, and Gerri Monahan of Lincoln.&nbsp; Grandchildren include Beth (Bob) Bush, Rocky (Melissa) Holm, Chedric Monahan, Marde (Zac) Thomas, Molly Monahan, Mark Monahan, Shantel (Travis) Lurz, John (fiancé Nikki) Monahan, Sarah (Jackson) Davis, 10 great grandchildren, three sister in-laws, one brother in-law, and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. MDT, at the Hyannis High School. Interment will be at the Hyannis Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Wednesday, May 14 from 2-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, the, family prefers to memorials in Hil’s memory to&nbsp; Grant County Rescue, P.O. Box 164, Hyannis, NE., 69350;&nbsp; Sandhills Fire Protection District, P.O. Box 322, Hyannis, NE., 69350; Bingham Lutheran Church, 1084 McAdoo Ave., Bingham, NE., 69335 or Highland Park Care Center, 1644 Sweetwater Ave., Alliance, NE., 69301.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home of Alliance is in charge of arrangements.

Hildreth “Hil” Brammer Monahan (1930 - 2025)

Sandra Sue Waldron of Alliance passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, CO.&nbsp; She was 82.

She was born August 15, 1942 in Scottsbluff, NE to Alex and Eva (Romick) Steffen.

She graduated from Alliance High School in 1960, where she was FFA Sweetheart and class treasurer.&nbsp;

On April 14, 1961, she was united in marriage to Stephen W. Waldron, her high school sweetheart. They were married for over 60 years, and to this union, two sons were born, Randy Allen and Russell William Waldron.

Sandra began working as a secretary for Nebraska Transport Company that later evolved into Burlington Northern.&nbsp; After starting a family, she became a stay at home mom and was the bookkeeper and billing clerk for the Alliance Skelgas Propane Company out of her home.&nbsp; Sandra grew a large garden from which she canned produce for her family.&nbsp; She cooked and baked many things according to her German heritage.

As her son got older, Sandra added several part-time jobs from stocking cookies at Safeway, Missouri Market, Jack and Jill and DeVeny’s grocery stores. During summer evenings, she sold movie tickets at the Alliance’s Drive In Theatre which was then located behind today’s Dairy Queen.&nbsp; She began working part-time after her second son was old enough to walk as a lunch lady at Grandview Elementary for Mr. Colwell.

Once both of her children were in school full time, Sandra began working full time for Alliance Public Schools food service program as an assistant cook, then head cook, and eventually cafeteria supervisor managing cafeterias and food preparation and distribution for Alliance High School, Middle School, Emerson, Central and Grandview Elementaries.&nbsp; During those years her bosses were business managers, Bob Duryea and Stuart Simpson for 30 years until her retirement.

Her hobbies and interests ranged from shopping to doll collecting, watching television (Law and Order SVU a nightly favorite), going to movies at the Alliance Theatre with family friend, Dee Dee Gay, attending plays at Fort Robinson Playhouse, and traveling to music concerts in a four state area.

Sandra enjoyed volleyball (Huskers and high school) and basketball (high school, Huskers and Denver Nuggets-Nikola Jokic-The Joker her personal favorite).&nbsp; Many marathon Saturdays were spent watching high school state tournament action over the years.

When bitten by the travel bug, Sandra toured seven European countries, New Zealand and Australia.&nbsp; Within the United States, her favorite trips were to Hawaii, Nashville and the Grand Ole’ Opry, Dollywood, Broadway in New York City, Niagara Falls and an Alaskan Cruise.

Sandra resided with and in the care of her son Randy for the last eight years of her life.&nbsp; Now she resides in Heaven in God’s care.&nbsp; Heaven got a great one and her loss on earth is even bigger-Rest in peace Momma, and know that you are loved and missed every minute of every day.

Sandra is survived by her two sons, and three grandchildren: Randy Waldron of Alliance; Rusty and Natalie Waldron and their children Sydnie, Nicholas, and Ayvrie, all of Alliance; her brother Larry Steffen of Kearney, NE. She is also survived by numerous Romick family cousins and other nieces and nephews on both sides of the family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Eva (Romick) Steffen, her husband, Stephen William Waldron and other aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law and cousins.

Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor's choice.

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 </figure>Sandra Sue Waldron of Alliance passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, CO.&nbsp; She was 82.She was born August 15, 1942 in Scottsbluff, NE to Alex and Eva (Romick) Steffen.She graduated from Alliance High School in 1960, where she was FFA Sweetheart and class treasurer.&nbsp;On April 14, 1961, she was united in marriage to Stephen W. Waldron, her high school sweetheart. They were married for over 60 years, and to this union, two sons were born, Randy Allen and Russell William Waldron.Sandra began working as a secretary for Nebraska Transport Company that later evolved into Burlington Northern.&nbsp; After starting a family, she became a stay at home mom and was the bookkeeper and billing clerk for the Alliance Skelgas Propane Company out of her home.&nbsp; Sandra grew a large garden from which she canned produce for her family.&nbsp; She cooked and baked many things according to her German heritage.As her son got older, Sandra added several part-time jobs from stocking cookies at Safeway, Missouri Market, Jack and Jill and DeVeny’s grocery stores. During summer evenings, she sold movie tickets at the Alliance’s Drive In Theatre which was then located behind today’s Dairy Queen.&nbsp; She began working part-time after her second son was old enough to walk as a lunch lady at Grandview Elementary for Mr. Colwell.Once both of her children were in school full time, Sandra began working full time for Alliance Public Schools food service program as an assistant cook, then head cook, and eventually cafeteria supervisor managing cafeterias and food preparation and distribution for Alliance High School, Middle School, Emerson, Central and Grandview Elementaries.&nbsp; During those years her bosses were business managers, Bob Duryea and Stuart Simpson for 30 years until her retirement.Her hobbies and interests ranged from shopping to doll collecting, watching television (Law and Order SVU a nightly favorite), going to movies at the Alliance Theatre with family friend, Dee Dee Gay, attending plays at Fort Robinson Playhouse, and traveling to music concerts in a four state area.Sandra enjoyed volleyball (Huskers and high school) and basketball (high school, Huskers and Denver Nuggets-Nikola Jokic-The Joker her personal favorite).&nbsp; Many marathon Saturdays were spent watching high school state tournament action over the years.When bitten by the travel bug, Sandra toured seven European countries, New Zealand and Australia.&nbsp; Within the United States, her favorite trips were to Hawaii, Nashville and the Grand Ole’ Opry, Dollywood, Broadway in New York City, Niagara Falls and an Alaskan Cruise.Sandra resided with and in the care of her son Randy for the last eight years of her life.&nbsp; Now she resides in Heaven in God’s care.&nbsp; Heaven got a great one and her loss on earth is even bigger-Rest in peace Momma, and know that you are loved and missed every minute of every day.Sandra is survived by her two sons, and three grandchildren: Randy Waldron of Alliance; Rusty and Natalie Waldron and their children Sydnie, Nicholas, and Ayvrie, all of Alliance; her brother Larry Steffen of Kearney, NE. She is also survived by numerous Romick family cousins and other nieces and nephews on both sides of the family.She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Eva (Romick) Steffen, her husband, Stephen William Waldron and other aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law and cousins.Interment was at the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor's choice.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.batesgould.com">www.batesgould.com</a> with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Sandra Sue Waldron (1942 - 2025)

Dorothy Loraine (Caldwell) Evans was born December 29, 1942 in Wood Lake, Nebraska to Russell and Dorothy (Burrows) Caldwell. She was called home April 21, 2025 at Swedish Medical Center in Engelwood, CO peacefully surrounded by her family.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Loraine was the eldest of 13 siblings. She married the love of her life Charles William Evans on June 8, 1962 in Rapid City, South Dakota. They had four children.&nbsp;

Loraine grew up in Wood Lake, Nebraska where she attended school.&nbsp; After graduation she moved in with her grandmother and worked at the local cafe.&nbsp; While attending a dance she met Charles and shortly after were married.&nbsp; Loraine, being a military wife, lived several places eventually settling down in Hyannis, Nebraska where they lived for 39 years.&nbsp; She had a few jobs but everyone knew her for babysitting the town's kids.

Loraine will be remembered most for her selflessness, her one of a kind smirk smile and the way she could light up a room. She had a passion for all games, from cards, board games, bowling and even Playstation. She enjoyed teaching anyone who would let her, especially if that meant she had another person to play her favorite game, Pitch.&nbsp; Over the years she had many hobbies from plastic canvas, crocheting and painting ceramics. You could always count on her gifting you her handmade crafts for birthday and Christmas presents. Her newest hobby had become diamond art and did that keep her busy! One of the biggest joys of her life were her grand/great grandchildren. She loved any and all opportunities she got to spend with them. Loraine will be missed deeply by all who knew her; as her family would say she was the glue that held everyone together.&nbsp;

She is survived by her children Laurie Chambers, Brenda (Casey) Spath and Corey (Bonnie) Evans, grand children Treyel (Kirsten)Evans, Jason (Nicole) Smith, Shauna (Koltin) Smith, Mishayla (John) Evans, Kephanie (Jacob) Deal and Blake Jensen, 20 great grandchildren and siblings Shirley (Louie) Larabee, Peggy Kuta, Jay (Carlene) Burrows, George (Tarin) Burrows, Beverly (Dave) O'Dea, Maxine Scarberry, Bill (Patty) Burrows, Carol (Don) Stewart, Kenny (Carol) Caldwell, Russ Jr. (Jeri) Caldwell, and Shannon Vincelli.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, infant son Ted and her brother Don Caldwell.

Funeral service will be held at Pier Funeral Home, 101 N Main St. Gordon, NE at 11:00 a.m. Burial at Gordon Cemetery on April 30, 2025

Luncheon to follow at the Rushville American Legion, 206 Sprague St. Rushville Nebraska

Pier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Tributes may be left at <a href="http://www.pierfh.com">www.pierfh.com</a>

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 </figure>Dorothy Loraine (Caldwell) Evans was born December 29, 1942 in Wood Lake, Nebraska to Russell and Dorothy (Burrows) Caldwell. She was called home April 21, 2025 at Swedish Medical Center in Engelwood, CO peacefully surrounded by her family.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Loraine was the eldest of 13 siblings. She married the love of her life Charles William Evans on June 8, 1962 in Rapid City, South Dakota. They had four children.&nbsp;Loraine grew up in Wood Lake, Nebraska where she attended school.&nbsp; After graduation she moved in with her grandmother and worked at the local cafe.&nbsp; While attending a dance she met Charles and shortly after were married.&nbsp; Loraine, being a military wife, lived several places eventually settling down in Hyannis, Nebraska where they lived for 39 years.&nbsp; She had a few jobs but everyone knew her for babysitting the town's kids.Loraine will be remembered most for her selflessness, her one of a kind smirk smile and the way she could light up a room. She had a passion for all games, from cards, board games, bowling and even Playstation. She enjoyed teaching anyone who would let her, especially if that meant she had another person to play her favorite game, Pitch.&nbsp; Over the years she had many hobbies from plastic canvas, crocheting and painting ceramics. You could always count on her gifting you her handmade crafts for birthday and Christmas presents. Her newest hobby had become diamond art and did that keep her busy! One of the biggest joys of her life were her grand/great grandchildren. She loved any and all opportunities she got to spend with them. Loraine will be missed deeply by all who knew her; as her family would say she was the glue that held everyone together.&nbsp;She is survived by her children Laurie Chambers, Brenda (Casey) Spath and Corey (Bonnie) Evans, grand children Treyel (Kirsten)Evans, Jason (Nicole) Smith, Shauna (Koltin) Smith, Mishayla (John) Evans, Kephanie (Jacob) Deal and Blake Jensen, 20 great grandchildren and siblings Shirley (Louie) Larabee, Peggy Kuta, Jay (Carlene) Burrows, George (Tarin) Burrows, Beverly (Dave) O'Dea, Maxine Scarberry, Bill (Patty) Burrows, Carol (Don) Stewart, Kenny (Carol) Caldwell, Russ Jr. (Jeri) Caldwell, and Shannon Vincelli.She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, infant son Ted and her brother Don Caldwell.Funeral service will be held at Pier Funeral Home, 101 N Main St. Gordon, NE at 11:00 a.m. Burial at Gordon Cemetery on April 30, 2025Luncheon to follow at the Rushville American Legion, 206 Sprague St. Rushville NebraskaPier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Tributes may be left at <a href="http://www.pierfh.com">www.pierfh.com</a>

Dorothy Loraine (Caldwell) Evans (1942 - 2025)

Douglas “Doug” Scott Furley, 66, passed away on the morning of April 16, 2025. Born November 14, 1958, in Norfolk, Nebraska, Doug lived life with grit, mischief, and a flame that danced just out of reach of ordinary.

He was the son of Neldagene Furley and the late Richard Furley, and brother to Debra (Bill) Smith and Gina (late Russ) Anders. Doug’s proudest legacy is his family: sons Kyle (Lindsay), Kohl (ShayLee), and Maison (Colleen), and his seven grandchildren—Wyatt, RyLyn, Brody, Tiller, Everly, Cora, and Logan—each of whom shared a special spark with their Papa. Nothing lit up his face like their laughter, and his inner child forged the strongest bonds with them.

Doug refused to stay still. After graduating from high school, he left Nebraska to work on the railroad, which he enjoyed for many years until an injury put his life on a new track. With classic grit, he learned a new role as a consultant and investigator for law firms representing injured railroad workers, making friends across a six-state territory.

Through his wandering, he found home in Sheridan, Wyoming after falling in love with the Bighorn Mountains. After two decades, the pull of change led him to obtain his CDL and he hit the road as a truck driver. It suited him and took him all over Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska.

Doug’s education came from the school of hard knocks, and he graduated with honors in stubbornness, storytelling, and fearless love and loyalty for his friends and family. He was a cowboy at his core and was happiest in a saddle, with a rope in his hand, looking down the chute. He had a gift for storytelling that could leave a room breathless with laughter. Doug never met a stranger he couldn’t befriend, and he’d never miss an opportunity to make them laugh. Speed limit signs were more of a suggestion to him—something his lawman father never quite let him live down—which was a homage to how he chose to live life: wild, free, and in his own style.

In early 2018, Doug was diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, which later evolved into frontotemporal dementia. Over the next 8 years, this disease slowly affected every part of his life. By 2020, Doug required assistance with most of his daily activities and relocated to Hurricane, Utah to be near his middle son, Kohl, where he enjoyed the warmth and change of pace. Though the disease compromised his body and mind, it never touched the memories made by the countless lives he touched.

Doug was truly one of a kind—all steel and grit, with a quiet and unforgettable warmth that snuck up on you. His stories, his contagious laugh, and his loyal spirit will echo through the mountains, the winding roads, and the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know him.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Douglas “Doug” Scott Furley, 66, passed away on the morning of April 16, 2025. Born November 14, 1958, in Norfolk, Nebraska, Doug lived life with grit, mischief, and a flame that danced just out of reach of ordinary.He was the son of Neldagene Furley and the late Richard Furley, and brother to Debra (Bill) Smith and Gina (late Russ) Anders. Doug’s proudest legacy is his family: sons Kyle (Lindsay), Kohl (ShayLee), and Maison (Colleen), and his seven grandchildren—Wyatt, RyLyn, Brody, Tiller, Everly, Cora, and Logan—each of whom shared a special spark with their Papa. Nothing lit up his face like their laughter, and his inner child forged the strongest bonds with them.Doug refused to stay still. After graduating from high school, he left Nebraska to work on the railroad, which he enjoyed for many years until an injury put his life on a new track. With classic grit, he learned a new role as a consultant and investigator for law firms representing injured railroad workers, making friends across a six-state territory.Through his wandering, he found home in Sheridan, Wyoming after falling in love with the Bighorn Mountains. After two decades, the pull of change led him to obtain his CDL and he hit the road as a truck driver. It suited him and took him all over Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska.Doug’s education came from the school of hard knocks, and he graduated with honors in stubbornness, storytelling, and fearless love and loyalty for his friends and family. He was a cowboy at his core and was happiest in a saddle, with a rope in his hand, looking down the chute. He had a gift for storytelling that could leave a room breathless with laughter. Doug never met a stranger he couldn’t befriend, and he’d never miss an opportunity to make them laugh. Speed limit signs were more of a suggestion to him—something his lawman father never quite let him live down—which was a homage to how he chose to live life: wild, free, and in his own style.In early 2018, Doug was diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, which later evolved into frontotemporal dementia. Over the next 8 years, this disease slowly affected every part of his life. By 2020, Doug required assistance with most of his daily activities and relocated to Hurricane, Utah to be near his middle son, Kohl, where he enjoyed the warmth and change of pace. Though the disease compromised his body and mind, it never touched the memories made by the countless lives he touched.Doug was truly one of a kind—all steel and grit, with a quiet and unforgettable warmth that snuck up on you. His stories, his contagious laugh, and his loyal spirit will echo through the mountains, the winding roads, and the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know him.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Douglas “Doug” Scott Furley (1958 - 2025)

Legacy Broadcaster, James Richard Lambley, age 74, passed away at the Gordon Memorial Hospital in Gordon, NE on April 17, 2025 surrounded by family.

Jim was born March 20, 1951 in Ainsworth, NE to June and Getha (Hollingsworth) Lambley. He was their youngest child, following Phyllis, Jerry, and Lynda. Jim graduated from Ainsworth High School, class of 1969, then went on to attend Elkins Institute to gain his First Class Radiotelephony Engineers License.

Jim married Paige Chase in 1972 and to this union were born Lana Marie and Rachel Ann.

Jim fell in love with Radio his senior year of high school while working at KBRB in Ainsworth, NE and never got over it! No matter where else life took him, he always went back to radio.

In 1984, Jim married Deneen Lee and together they were blessed with Dalsey Kay.

Jim &amp; Deneen purchased KSDZ Radio in Gordon, NE and later built and put KDJL Radio on the air in Kilgore/Valentine, NE.

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 </figure>Legacy Broadcaster, James Richard Lambley, age 74, passed away at the Gordon Memorial Hospital in Gordon, NE on April 17, 2025 surrounded by family.Jim was born March 20, 1951 in Ainsworth, NE to June and Getha (Hollingsworth) Lambley. He was their youngest child, following Phyllis, Jerry, and Lynda. Jim graduated from Ainsworth High School, class of 1969, then went on to attend Elkins Institute to gain his First Class Radiotelephony Engineers License.Jim married Paige Chase in 1972 and to this union were born Lana Marie and Rachel Ann.Jim fell in love with Radio his senior year of high school while working at KBRB in Ainsworth, NE and never got over it! No matter where else life took him, he always went back to radio.In 1984, Jim married Deneen Lee and together they were blessed with Dalsey Kay.Jim &amp; Deneen purchased KSDZ Radio in Gordon, NE and later built and put KDJL Radio on the air in Kilgore/Valentine, NE.Jim was a very capable man. He was first and foremost, a father to three amazing women. He was an auctioneer, rancher, farmer, telephone man, salesman, coyote hunter, a horseman, and so much more. Jim was most definitely a radio broadcaster. He said he never felt like he was going to work as he enjoyed what he did for a living. Jim took his broadcast license seriously and was a dedicated public advocate and watchdog for the people. He wasn’t afraid to take on any issue or bring any subject to light – no matter the cost.Jim’s involvement in the news of the Nebraska Legislature, Regional, National and Community interests compelled him to be a voice for the people.His love for Country Music and Classic Oldies kept the turntables spinning the big records with little holes, even though the album covers were well worn. He knew every one of them. He bled red, white, and blue, and he lived as a founding father to pass this country of ours carefully to the next generation. His Bible sits next to his chair. The microphone is silent. He put his trust and faith in God, his love at the feet of Jesus, and will be waiting at the altar for the rest of us. Now, it’s up to us to do our part.Survived By: His Bride of 40 years, Deneen; Children: Lana (Rick Aupperle) Reed of North Platte, NE; Rachel (Josh Hahn) Lambley of Gordon, NE; Dalsey Lambley of Alliance, NE; Grandson: Ian Hahn; Sisters: Phyllis Orr, Cheyenne, WY and Lynda (Chuck) Ogle of Kearney, NE; Brother-In-Law: Randy (Anneke) Lee, Florrisant, CO; Father-In-Law: Dale Lee of Gordon, NE Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and FriendsProceeded in death by: His Parents: June and Getha Lambley Step-Father: David Perkins Mother-In-Law: Karen Lee Brother: Jerry June Lambley Brother-In-Law: Cal Harris Brother-In-Law: Steve LeeServices will be Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at the Gordon City Auditorium, 10am. Interment will be at 3:30pm CDT at the Ainsworth Cemetery.&nbsp;Chamberlain Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be left at <a href="http://www.chamberlainchapel.com">www.chamberlainchapel.com</a>.

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