A Mass of Christian Burial for Daniel Vito Rasmussen of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. A wake service will be Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM also at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Daniel Vito Rasmussen was born February 10, 2008 in Chadron, Nebraska to Dwight and Catherine (Sutera) Rasmussen. He joined sisters Kristin Lynn and Lauren Fia. He passed away January 1, 2022 in Chadron, Nebraska.

&nbsp;Daniel was an 8th grader at Chadron Middle School. He played football and baseball and was a track athlete, but since age 5 he was a wrestler.

&nbsp;Daniel was an easy-going boy who easily made friends. In addition to sports, he liked to drive 4-wheelers, fish, hunt, and build a multitude of projects.

He is survived by his parents, Dwight and Catherine (Sutera) Rasmussen, and sisters Kristin Lynn and Lauren Fia. He is also survived by his uncle Stuart (Julie) Rasmussen and cousins Elin Burgess, Aaron Rasmussen, Cynthia Rasmussen, and Erika Gaswick. He is also survived by his beagle Mya and black lab Kona.

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by grandparents, William and Shirley Rasmussen and Vito and Lucille Sutera, and uncle Stephen Sutera.

&nbsp;A memorial has been established. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

&nbsp;Online Condolences can be made at chamberlainchapel.com.

&nbsp; Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron, Nebraska is in charge of Arrangements.

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 </figure>A Mass of Christian Burial for Daniel Vito Rasmussen of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. A wake service will be Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM also at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church.Daniel Vito Rasmussen was born February 10, 2008 in Chadron, Nebraska to Dwight and Catherine (Sutera) Rasmussen. He joined sisters Kristin Lynn and Lauren Fia. He passed away January 1, 2022 in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp;Daniel was an 8th grader at Chadron Middle School. He played football and baseball and was a track athlete, but since age 5 he was a wrestler.&nbsp;Daniel was an easy-going boy who easily made friends. In addition to sports, he liked to drive 4-wheelers, fish, hunt, and build a multitude of projects.He is survived by his parents, Dwight and Catherine (Sutera) Rasmussen, and sisters Kristin Lynn and Lauren Fia. He is also survived by his uncle Stuart (Julie) Rasmussen and cousins Elin Burgess, Aaron Rasmussen, Cynthia Rasmussen, and Erika Gaswick. He is also survived by his beagle Mya and black lab Kona.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by grandparents, William and Shirley Rasmussen and Vito and Lucille Sutera, and uncle Stephen Sutera.&nbsp;A memorial has been established. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.&nbsp;Online Condolences can be made at chamberlainchapel.com.&nbsp; Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron, Nebraska is in charge of Arrangements.

Daniel Vito Rasmussen (2008 - 2022)

Robert Edward Schroth, 70, of Strasburg, Colorado, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at University Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.

He was born July 19, 1951 in Denver, CO to Walter and Evelyn (Eads) Schroth.&nbsp;

Bob graduated from Bennet High School in 1969 where he ran track and loved playing football. After graduating Bob stayed in the area and worked with his family at Schroth Construction building homes and doing backhoe work.

He married Debra Sue Schultz on August 12, 1972. After their marriage he started work in the oil field and eventually retired from British Petroleum where he had worked maintenance at a gas processing plant.

In his free time Bob liked to fly fish and get to the mountains, Gould, CO was his favorite destination. Bob was an avid trap shooter, shooting on a trap league and in ATA shoots for over 30 years. Bob also loved to shear sheep and was active doing shearing demonstrations at museums and National Western Stock Show and shearing sheep on farms all over Eastern Colorado.

Those that knew Bob will recall he was never in a hurry; slow and steady was always his way. Bob was never too busy to talk, was slow to anger and always sincere. Bob never worried about anything and was extremely patient in every situation. He will be greatly missed as a husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

He is survived by his wife, Debra, his son, David (Liz) Schroth of Ellsworth, NE and his daughter, Sara (John) Gipson of Gillette, WY and his grandchildren, Bodie, Cash and Mace Schultz and Quinton, Landon, Cora and Everly Schroth. He is also survived his sister, Sharon Boyd of Strasburg, CO.

His parents and his brother, Bill preceded him in death.

Graveside services will be Saturday, January 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the Alliance Cemetery in Alliance, NE. A reception will be at the Eagles Club following the service. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, January 7 at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Robert Edward Schroth, 70, of Strasburg, Colorado, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at University Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.He was born July 19, 1951 in Denver, CO to Walter and Evelyn (Eads) Schroth.&nbsp;Bob graduated from Bennet High School in 1969 where he ran track and loved playing football. After graduating Bob stayed in the area and worked with his family at Schroth Construction building homes and doing backhoe work.He married Debra Sue Schultz on August 12, 1972. After their marriage he started work in the oil field and eventually retired from British Petroleum where he had worked maintenance at a gas processing plant.In his free time Bob liked to fly fish and get to the mountains, Gould, CO was his favorite destination. Bob was an avid trap shooter, shooting on a trap league and in ATA shoots for over 30 years. Bob also loved to shear sheep and was active doing shearing demonstrations at museums and National Western Stock Show and shearing sheep on farms all over Eastern Colorado.Those that knew Bob will recall he was never in a hurry; slow and steady was always his way. Bob was never too busy to talk, was slow to anger and always sincere. Bob never worried about anything and was extremely patient in every situation. He will be greatly missed as a husband, father, grandfather, and friend.He is survived by his wife, Debra, his son, David (Liz) Schroth of Ellsworth, NE and his daughter, Sara (John) Gipson of Gillette, WY and his grandchildren, Bodie, Cash and Mace Schultz and Quinton, Landon, Cora and Everly Schroth. He is also survived his sister, Sharon Boyd of Strasburg, CO.His parents and his brother, Bill preceded him in death.Graveside services will be Saturday, January 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the Alliance Cemetery in Alliance, NE. A reception will be at the Eagles Club following the service. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, January 7 at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

Robert Edward Schroth (1951 - 2021)

William A. “Bill” Wright, age 61, was born to Vergil N. Wright and 
Sharlene Wright in Alliance, Nebraska, but soon moved to Scott City, 
Kansas, where he spent his childhood. He graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1977 and attended Fort Hays State University, graduating 
with honors in 1981 with a degree in Political Science. Bill then 
attended the University of Kansas Law School, graduating in 1984 with 
honors with a Juris Doctor degree. Soon after graduating Bill passed the
 bar and opened a law practice in his hometown of Scott City, and later 
expanded his practice to Garden City, Kansas.

Bill enjoyed meeting others and did so in college as a member of the 
Sigma Chi Fraternity and the Student Government Association. He had a 
strong faith and will to help others in his law practice, and by his 
involvement in the Masonic Anthem Lodge #284 in Scott City, the ISIS 
Shrine of Salina, Kansas, Scottish Rite, and the Plymell Union Church. 
Bill was known in his community as an excellent attorney and a committed
 advocate for his clients in seeking justice.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed watching KU 
sports, collecting coins, advocating for his political beliefs, and 
meeting his close friends who shared his passion for law for lawyer 
lunch or at the Tiki Lounge.

Bill loved his family tremendously and thoroughly enjoyed family 
activities with his children and grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a blessing to 
his family and friends and will be greatly missed.

Bill is survived by his loving wife Annette and daughter Reagan of 
Garden City.&nbsp; Bill is also survived by his stepsons, their wives, and 
children: Blake and Kayla Thackery of Garden City, KS with children 
Decker, Brantley, Kannon, and Baby Girl (May 2022), Brendon and Hillary 
Thackery of Wichita, KS with children Harper and Finley, and Brett and 
Brooke Thackery of New Braunfels, TX with children LaiLee, Jaxon, and 
Baby Girl (July 2022).&nbsp; He is also survived by his parents, Vergil and 
Sharlene Wright of Wichita, Ks, sister Amy (Jeff) Arnhold of Andover, 
Ks, nephew Zachary Arnhold of Andover, Ks, uncle Alan (Donna) Wright of 
Valencia, CA, cousins Stephen (Michelle) Wright of Colorado Springs, CO 
and Bill (Lori) Reed of Winter Garden, FL.

He was preceded in death by grandparents William and Francis Reed of Alliance, NE and Alfred and Alda Wright of Scott City, KS.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 5th, 
2022 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main Street, Garden City, 
KS.&nbsp; Services will be Livestreamed at www.priceandsons.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to Family Ever After in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main Street, Garden City, 
KS.

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 </figure>William A. “Bill” Wright, age 61, was born to Vergil N. Wright and 
Sharlene Wright in Alliance, Nebraska, but soon moved to Scott City, 
Kansas, where he spent his childhood. He graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1977 and attended Fort Hays State University, graduating 
with honors in 1981 with a degree in Political Science. Bill then 
attended the University of Kansas Law School, graduating in 1984 with 
honors with a Juris Doctor degree. Soon after graduating Bill passed the
 bar and opened a law practice in his hometown of Scott City, and later 
expanded his practice to Garden City, Kansas.Bill enjoyed meeting others and did so in college as a member of the 
Sigma Chi Fraternity and the Student Government Association. He had a 
strong faith and will to help others in his law practice, and by his 
involvement in the Masonic Anthem Lodge #284 in Scott City, the ISIS 
Shrine of Salina, Kansas, Scottish Rite, and the Plymell Union Church. 
Bill was known in his community as an excellent attorney and a committed
 advocate for his clients in seeking justice.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed watching KU 
sports, collecting coins, advocating for his political beliefs, and 
meeting his close friends who shared his passion for law for lawyer 
lunch or at the Tiki Lounge.Bill loved his family tremendously and thoroughly enjoyed family 
activities with his children and grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a blessing to 
his family and friends and will be greatly missed.Bill is survived by his loving wife Annette and daughter Reagan of 
Garden City.&nbsp; Bill is also survived by his stepsons, their wives, and 
children: Blake and Kayla Thackery of Garden City, KS with children 
Decker, Brantley, Kannon, and Baby Girl (May 2022), Brendon and Hillary 
Thackery of Wichita, KS with children Harper and Finley, and Brett and 
Brooke Thackery of New Braunfels, TX with children LaiLee, Jaxon, and 
Baby Girl (July 2022).&nbsp; He is also survived by his parents, Vergil and 
Sharlene Wright of Wichita, Ks, sister Amy (Jeff) Arnhold of Andover, 
Ks, nephew Zachary Arnhold of Andover, Ks, uncle Alan (Donna) Wright of 
Valencia, CA, cousins Stephen (Michelle) Wright of Colorado Springs, CO 
and Bill (Lori) Reed of Winter Garden, FL.He was preceded in death by grandparents William and Francis Reed of Alliance, NE and Alfred and Alda Wright of Scott City, KS. 
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 5th, 
2022 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main Street, Garden City, 
KS.&nbsp; Services will be Livestreamed at www.priceandsons.com.There will be no calling times.In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to Family Ever After in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main Street, Garden City, 
KS.

William A. 'Bill' Wright

Dixie A. Sherlock, age 78, died Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

She was born February 15, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Verle "Red" and Ruby (Benefiel) Johnson.

Dixie was a 1961 graduate of Alliance High School.&nbsp; On June 30, 1961 she married Eudean M. Terrell in Alliance.&nbsp; They later divorced, and on January 31, 1970, she married Gerald "Jerry" Sherlock in Bridgeport, Nebraska.

Dixie was involved with farming most of her life and for a time, also owned and operated the Squirrel Cage Bar in Alliance.&nbsp; She was very social and always enjoyed visiting with her friends, playing cards and watching television.&nbsp; She especially loved spending time with her dog, Fiona.&nbsp; She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary.

She is survived by her sons, David (Anita) Terrel of Oak Hills, CA and Bryan Sherlock (Amy Iodence Sherlock) of Alliance, NE; her grandchildren, Kurtis (Ginny) Terrel of Mesa, AZ, Kristun Kimok of San Diego, CA, Kaleb Hudson of Alliance, NE, Tayton Sherlock of Alliance, NE, and Trace Sherlock of Alliance, NE; her great-grandchild, Lincoln Terrell of Mesa, AZ; and family friend, Dan Frimann of Bayard, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Dawn Ann Terrell; her husbands; and her brother, Mike P. Johnson.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, NE.&nbsp; Reverend Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; A reception for friends and family will follow the services at the United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in care of the family to 1219 W. Kansas, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301 for a memorial to be designated later.

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 </figure>Dixie A. Sherlock, age 78, died Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.She was born February 15, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Verle "Red" and Ruby (Benefiel) Johnson.Dixie was a 1961 graduate of Alliance High School.&nbsp; On June 30, 1961 she married Eudean M. Terrell in Alliance.&nbsp; They later divorced, and on January 31, 1970, she married Gerald "Jerry" Sherlock in Bridgeport, Nebraska.Dixie was involved with farming most of her life and for a time, also owned and operated the Squirrel Cage Bar in Alliance.&nbsp; She was very social and always enjoyed visiting with her friends, playing cards and watching television.&nbsp; She especially loved spending time with her dog, Fiona.&nbsp; She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary.She is survived by her sons, David (Anita) Terrel of Oak Hills, CA and Bryan Sherlock (Amy Iodence Sherlock) of Alliance, NE; her grandchildren, Kurtis (Ginny) Terrel of Mesa, AZ, Kristun Kimok of San Diego, CA, Kaleb Hudson of Alliance, NE, Tayton Sherlock of Alliance, NE, and Trace Sherlock of Alliance, NE; her great-grandchild, Lincoln Terrell of Mesa, AZ; and family friend, Dan Frimann of Bayard, NE.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Dawn Ann Terrell; her husbands; and her brother, Mike P. Johnson.Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, NE.&nbsp; Reverend Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; A reception for friends and family will follow the services at the United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in care of the family to 1219 W. Kansas, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301 for a memorial to be designated later.

Dixie A. Sherlock  (1943-2021)

Betty Louise Williss Ridgeway, age 97, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away on Monday, December 27,2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 1:00 pm at First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Craig Collins officiating. The service will be livestreamed through First United Methodist Church website –www.firstumcsb.com. Visitation will be one hour prior the service at the church. A family graveside service will be held at Fairmont Cemetery in Denver, Colorado. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Betty was born on August 30, 1924 in Otis, Colorado to Albert Manwell and Regina Paulina (Michels) Williss. She graduated from Julesburg high school in Julesburg, Colorado. She attended Barnes Business School while working at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal. After the war she attended University of Denver where she graduated with an education degree. She taught 5th grade at Cherry Creek Elementary School in Denver, Colorado.

She was united in marriage to Reece Ellsworth Ridgeway on June 8, 1947 at Washington Park Community Church in Denver, Colorado and with this union they had 4 children Sharon DeAnn, Joan Louise, Ellen Jean and Jon. They were married 56 years until Reece’s death in 2003. Betty and Reece moved to Scottsbluff, NE in 1977 from Denver. They bought the McDonald’s restaurant in 1977.

Betty belonged to many organizations PEO, AAEW, Valley Voices, Zoological, Sewing group and Bible study. She enjoyed singing in the Church choir, sewing and quilting, crocheting, knitting, counted-cross stitch, ceramics, china painting, oil painting on canvas and wallpaper. She loved to play bridge, which was her favorite past time.

She is survived by her children Sharon DeAnn Ridgeway, Joan Louise (George) Greenwald and Jon (Gale) Ridgeway; grandchildren Erin Greenwald, Grey Greenwald, Sydny Ridgeway, Spencer Ridgeway and Mike Kanzler; great grandchildren Devvon Glasenapp, Emily Glasenapp, Lauren Greenwald, Camryn Greenwald, Joslin Greenwald, Adelyn Greenwald, Carter Kanzler and Kadance Kanzler.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Ellen Jean, and husband, Reece.

Our beloved mother will be missed by all who knew her.

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 </figure>Betty Louise Williss Ridgeway, age 97, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away on Monday, December 27,2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.&nbsp; Her funeral service will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 1:00 pm at First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Craig Collins officiating. The service will be livestreamed through First United Methodist Church website –www.firstumcsb.com. Visitation will be one hour prior the service at the church. A family graveside service will be held at Fairmont Cemetery in Denver, Colorado. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.Betty was born on August 30, 1924 in Otis, Colorado to Albert Manwell and Regina Paulina (Michels) Williss. She graduated from Julesburg high school in Julesburg, Colorado. She attended Barnes Business School while working at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal. After the war she attended University of Denver where she graduated with an education degree. She taught 5th grade at Cherry Creek Elementary School in Denver, Colorado.She was united in marriage to Reece Ellsworth Ridgeway on June 8, 1947 at Washington Park Community Church in Denver, Colorado and with this union they had 4 children Sharon DeAnn, Joan Louise, Ellen Jean and Jon. They were married 56 years until Reece’s death in 2003. Betty and Reece moved to Scottsbluff, NE in 1977 from Denver. They bought the McDonald’s restaurant in 1977.Betty belonged to many organizations PEO, AAEW, Valley Voices, Zoological, Sewing group and Bible study. She enjoyed singing in the Church choir, sewing and quilting, crocheting, knitting, counted-cross stitch, ceramics, china painting, oil painting on canvas and wallpaper. She loved to play bridge, which was her favorite past time.She is survived by her children Sharon DeAnn Ridgeway, Joan Louise (George) Greenwald and Jon (Gale) Ridgeway; grandchildren Erin Greenwald, Grey Greenwald, Sydny Ridgeway, Spencer Ridgeway and Mike Kanzler; great grandchildren Devvon Glasenapp, Emily Glasenapp, Lauren Greenwald, Camryn Greenwald, Joslin Greenwald, Adelyn Greenwald, Carter Kanzler and Kadance Kanzler.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Ellen Jean, and husband, Reece.Our beloved mother will be missed by all who knew her.

Betty Louise Williss Ridgeway  (1924-2021)

Lydia Reichert passed away on December 26, 2021. Her funeral will be held at Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff, Nebraska with visitation starting at 9:00am and the funeral at 10:00am on Monday, January 3, 2021 with Pastor Andy Griess officiating. Burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Scottsbluff Zion Evangelical church and online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>

Lydia was born on September 17, 1923, in Scottsbluff, NE to Henry and Elizabeth (Hartwig) Dittenber. She married Alex Reichert on November 26, 1944, in Scottsbluff. Two children were born to this union, Sharon and David. Lydia lived most of her life on the farm she and Alex owned in Mitchell Valley. Lydia was a lifetime member of Zion Church.

She is survived by her daughter Sharon of Denver, CO; son, David (Annette) of Mitchell, NE; grandchildren, Nathan Reichert of Denver, CO, Ethan (Ashley) Reichert of Gering, NE, and Jordan Reichert of Mitchell, NE; great grandsons, Jack &amp; Luca Reichert of Gering, NE; her sisters, Esther Green and Helen Foos, both of Scottsbluff, NE; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Lydia was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Amelia (John) Huber, Clara (Henry) Schuldies, Marie (Elmer) Sthala, Katherine (Clarence) Buxman, and Dorothy (Robert) Kraft; brother and sister-in-law, Rhine and Lea Dittenber; and brothers-in-law, Ruben Green and Harold Foos.

Lydia will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

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 </figure>Lydia Reichert passed away on December 26, 2021. Her funeral will be held at Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff, Nebraska with visitation starting at 9:00am and the funeral at 10:00am on Monday, January 3, 2021 with Pastor Andy Griess officiating. Burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Scottsbluff Zion Evangelical church and online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>Lydia was born on September 17, 1923, in Scottsbluff, NE to Henry and Elizabeth (Hartwig) Dittenber. She married Alex Reichert on November 26, 1944, in Scottsbluff. Two children were born to this union, Sharon and David. Lydia lived most of her life on the farm she and Alex owned in Mitchell Valley. Lydia was a lifetime member of Zion Church.She is survived by her daughter Sharon of Denver, CO; son, David (Annette) of Mitchell, NE; grandchildren, Nathan Reichert of Denver, CO, Ethan (Ashley) Reichert of Gering, NE, and Jordan Reichert of Mitchell, NE; great grandsons, Jack &amp; Luca Reichert of Gering, NE; her sisters, Esther Green and Helen Foos, both of Scottsbluff, NE; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Lydia was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Amelia (John) Huber, Clara (Henry) Schuldies, Marie (Elmer) Sthala, Katherine (Clarence) Buxman, and Dorothy (Robert) Kraft; brother and sister-in-law, Rhine and Lea Dittenber; and brothers-in-law, Ruben Green and Harold Foos.Lydia will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Lydia Reichert  (1923-2021)

Robert A. “Bob” Shea, age 81, of Bridgeport, NE passed away on December 27, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard, NE. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Broadwater Fire Department or to the Morrill County Hospital Foundation (put “Tanner Stichka Memorial” in memo line). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Shea family.

Bob was born June 1, 1940 at Platte, South Dakota to William L. Sr. and Anna M. (Grimm) Shea. He received his education at Signal #3 Country School.

Bob was united in marriage to Hattie B. Pavel on October 31, 1969.

Bob worked for Dominion Electric Company in the Panhandle of Nebraska erecting energy towers. Bob enjoyed hunting, playing cards, and catching up with friends and neighbors over a cup of coffee (or an adult beverage).

He is survived by his brother William (Florence) Shea, Jr. of New Holland, SD; sisters Mary (Melvin) Weekly of York, Pennsylvania and Angela (Ron) Boone of Marietta, Georgia; nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family members.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, wife Hattie in 2009, and brother George Shea in 2017.

Robert A. “Bob” Shea, age 81, of Bridgeport, NE passed away on December 27, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard, NE. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Broadwater Fire Department or to the Morrill County Hospital Foundation (put “Tanner Stichka Memorial” in memo line). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Shea family.Bob was born June 1, 1940 at Platte, South Dakota to William L. Sr. and Anna M. (Grimm) Shea. He received his education at Signal #3 Country School.Bob was united in marriage to Hattie B. Pavel on October 31, 1969.Bob worked for Dominion Electric Company in the Panhandle of Nebraska erecting energy towers. Bob enjoyed hunting, playing cards, and catching up with friends and neighbors over a cup of coffee (or an adult beverage).He is survived by his brother William (Florence) Shea, Jr. of New Holland, SD; sisters Mary (Melvin) Weekly of York, Pennsylvania and Angela (Ron) Boone of Marietta, Georgia; nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family members.Bob was preceded in death by his parents, wife Hattie in 2009, and brother George Shea in 2017.

Robert A. "Bob" Shea  (1940-2021)

Funeral Services for Alice Wanita Serres, age 91, of Chadron, NE will be Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at 10 a.m. at First Congregational Church with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial will be in the Bodarc Cemetery north of Harrison, NE.&nbsp;

Mrs. Serres died Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Chadron, Nebraska. She was born December 30, 1929, at Benedict, Nebraska to Arthur Raymond and Mary Alice (Doak) Glass. She grew up and received her early education around Hemingford, Nebraska. She graduated from Hemingford High School in 1948 and received her Teaching Certificate from Chadron State College. She taught rural schools in western Nebraska.

Alice married Ernest Paul Serres, August 10, 1950, at Hemingford, Nebraska.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Lloyd Arnold Serres, sisters Frances Delores Glass, Grace Nellie Heinz, brother Bert Arthur Glass, grandson Joseph Dean Gibbons, and granddaughter Tommi Ann Serres

Her survivors include her sons, Rodney Wayne (Annette) Serres of Big Fork, Montana, Thomas Allen Serres of Chadron, NE, Daniel Lee (Therese) Serres of Clackamas, Oregon; daughters Nancy Charlene Knaub of Chadron, NE and Kathy Lanell (Jerry) Gibbons of Mitchell, Nebraska; sister Vera Jean (Jerry) Larson of Rapid City, South Dakota; stepbrother Lloyd Heine of Gering, Nebraska; 24 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 5 step-great grandchildren.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Alice Wanita Serres, age 91, of Chadron, NE will be Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at 10 a.m. at First Congregational Church with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial will be in the Bodarc Cemetery north of Harrison, NE.&nbsp;Mrs. Serres died Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Chadron, Nebraska. She was born December 30, 1929, at Benedict, Nebraska to Arthur Raymond and Mary Alice (Doak) Glass. She grew up and received her early education around Hemingford, Nebraska. She graduated from Hemingford High School in 1948 and received her Teaching Certificate from Chadron State College. She taught rural schools in western Nebraska.Alice married Ernest Paul Serres, August 10, 1950, at Hemingford, Nebraska.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Lloyd Arnold Serres, sisters Frances Delores Glass, Grace Nellie Heinz, brother Bert Arthur Glass, grandson Joseph Dean Gibbons, and granddaughter Tommi Ann SerresHer survivors include her sons, Rodney Wayne (Annette) Serres of Big Fork, Montana, Thomas Allen Serres of Chadron, NE, Daniel Lee (Therese) Serres of Clackamas, Oregon; daughters Nancy Charlene Knaub of Chadron, NE and Kathy Lanell (Jerry) Gibbons of Mitchell, Nebraska; sister Vera Jean (Jerry) Larson of Rapid City, South Dakota; stepbrother Lloyd Heine of Gering, Nebraska; 24 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 5 step-great grandchildren.

Alice Wanita Serres  (1929-2021)

Funeral Services for Geraldine Elizabeth “Betty” Waltman of Chadron, Nebraska will be held Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.

On December 26, 2021 the Good Lord called our sweet Mother, Betty home to join Daddy.

Geraldine Elizabeth (Betty) (Haskell) Waltman was born July 14, 1929 at the home ranch in Cherry County, Nebraska. She was the youngest of six children born to Charles and Florence (Westover) Haskell. Growing up on the ranch in Brown County as a teenager, she stacked hay with a team of horses. When she was in high school, she stayed with her sister-in-law in Chadron, Nebraska where she met the love of her life, Frank Elmer (Bus) Waltman. To that union four children were born: Kay Merrill, Riley (Dee) Waltman, Christie (Andy) Dickinson, and Delinda Royse.

As newlyweds they worked on ranches where Betty cooked for the ranch crews. When Bus went to work for the Forest Service, Betty taught at the rural Strand School, driving 40 miles each way on a country road. In 1965, Bus and Betty moved the family to Chadron. In Chadron, Betty went back to school and received her Bachelor of Library Science Degree and became the Head Librarian at the Chadron Public Library.

Betty was devoted to and loved Bus and her family unconditionally. Her favorite memoires were of going to Country Dances, playing cards with neighbors in the Sandhills, and going to rodeos with her children.

Betty is lovingly remembered and survived by children Kay, Riley, Christie, and Delinda. Grandchildren: Melanie (Boone) Herring, Sid Merrill, Razen (Kali) Merrill, Jace (Monica) Waltman, Jackie (Josh) Krejci, Jody (Kelly) Elverum, Trisha (Josh) Clevenger; seventeen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Betty is preceded in death by her husband Bus, her parents, her in-laws, her five siblings, and their spouses, her son-in-law Larry Merrill, granddaughters Tiffany Royse, and Teran Dickinson, and Maggie Krejci.

A memorial has been established for the Ronald McDonald House and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, Po Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Geraldine Elizabeth “Betty” Waltman of Chadron, Nebraska will be held Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska. Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.On December 26, 2021 the Good Lord called our sweet Mother, Betty home to join Daddy.Geraldine Elizabeth (Betty) (Haskell) Waltman was born July 14, 1929 at the home ranch in Cherry County, Nebraska. She was the youngest of six children born to Charles and Florence (Westover) Haskell. Growing up on the ranch in Brown County as a teenager, she stacked hay with a team of horses. When she was in high school, she stayed with her sister-in-law in Chadron, Nebraska where she met the love of her life, Frank Elmer (Bus) Waltman. To that union four children were born: Kay Merrill, Riley (Dee) Waltman, Christie (Andy) Dickinson, and Delinda Royse.As newlyweds they worked on ranches where Betty cooked for the ranch crews. When Bus went to work for the Forest Service, Betty taught at the rural Strand School, driving 40 miles each way on a country road. In 1965, Bus and Betty moved the family to Chadron. In Chadron, Betty went back to school and received her Bachelor of Library Science Degree and became the Head Librarian at the Chadron Public Library.Betty was devoted to and loved Bus and her family unconditionally. Her favorite memoires were of going to Country Dances, playing cards with neighbors in the Sandhills, and going to rodeos with her children.Betty is lovingly remembered and survived by children Kay, Riley, Christie, and Delinda. Grandchildren: Melanie (Boone) Herring, Sid Merrill, Razen (Kali) Merrill, Jace (Monica) Waltman, Jackie (Josh) Krejci, Jody (Kelly) Elverum, Trisha (Josh) Clevenger; seventeen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.Betty is preceded in death by her husband Bus, her parents, her in-laws, her five siblings, and their spouses, her son-in-law Larry Merrill, granddaughters Tiffany Royse, and Teran Dickinson, and Maggie Krejci.A memorial has been established for the Ronald McDonald House and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, Po Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Geraldine Elizabeth “Betty” Waltman  (1929-2021)

Michael John Wall, 71, passed away December 14, 2021. He was born in Lincoln, Nebraska. Mike grew up in Greenwood and later moved to Alliance. He moved to Wahoo October 31,2021.

Michael is survived by Bob Wall, Jr., Mary (Bill) Jeppson, Al (Deb) Wall, Pat (Mike) Correa, Fran (Mike) Marymee, Marlene (Harry) Forney, Sam (Tara) Wall, Ron (Lori) Wall, Don (Shelly) Wall, Jerry Wall, Helen Strode, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. Wall, Sr., Lila F. (Bauers) Wall, sister Lila Josephine DeRaad, infant brother and sister Allen William Wall and Theresa Ann Wall, and brother-in-law Randy Strode.

In 1970, Michael graduated from Ashland Greenwood High School and that same year joined the US Air Force until 1974. He worked at National Crane from 1979-2003. After retirement, Michael was a seasonal employee at Yellowstone National Park as well as a custodian at Alliance Public School.

Michael was a huge member of the community.&nbsp; For 18 years, he volunteered at the Greenwood Fire and Rescue Department.&nbsp; He was a member of the Village of Greenwood Board of Trustees for 8 years, 2 years as Chairman, and 3 years Planning Commission.&nbsp; Michael was a past President and Financial Secretary at United Steel Workers of America Local Union #8612 Waverly. He was apart of Sr. Knights of the Alter, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Greenwood, Nebraska. Past Chairman Case County Democrats, past member of State Central Committee Nebraska Democrats, and Omaha Area Advisory Council United Steelworkers of America. Appointed two terms to Nebraska Judicial Review Board by Governors, Ben Nelson and Mike Johanns.&nbsp; Michael was a volunteer at Cass County Election Board Worker on election days and he helped with the American Red Cross for 4 years.

In his free time, he enjoyed photography, reading, camping, movies, traveling, cooking, and computers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at St Mary's Catholic Church, 1625 Adams St, Ashland, NE 68003.

Visitation will be held 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, January 10, 2022, with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at St Mary's Catholic Church, Ashland, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Michael John Wall, 71, passed away December 14, 2021. He was born in Lincoln, Nebraska. Mike grew up in Greenwood and later moved to Alliance. He moved to Wahoo October 31,2021.Michael is survived by Bob Wall, Jr., Mary (Bill) Jeppson, Al (Deb) Wall, Pat (Mike) Correa, Fran (Mike) Marymee, Marlene (Harry) Forney, Sam (Tara) Wall, Ron (Lori) Wall, Don (Shelly) Wall, Jerry Wall, Helen Strode, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. Wall, Sr., Lila F. (Bauers) Wall, sister Lila Josephine DeRaad, infant brother and sister Allen William Wall and Theresa Ann Wall, and brother-in-law Randy Strode.In 1970, Michael graduated from Ashland Greenwood High School and that same year joined the US Air Force until 1974. He worked at National Crane from 1979-2003. After retirement, Michael was a seasonal employee at Yellowstone National Park as well as a custodian at Alliance Public School.Michael was a huge member of the community.&nbsp; For 18 years, he volunteered at the Greenwood Fire and Rescue Department.&nbsp; He was a member of the Village of Greenwood Board of Trustees for 8 years, 2 years as Chairman, and 3 years Planning Commission.&nbsp; Michael was a past President and Financial Secretary at United Steel Workers of America Local Union #8612 Waverly. He was apart of Sr. Knights of the Alter, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Greenwood, Nebraska. Past Chairman Case County Democrats, past member of State Central Committee Nebraska Democrats, and Omaha Area Advisory Council United Steelworkers of America. Appointed two terms to Nebraska Judicial Review Board by Governors, Ben Nelson and Mike Johanns.&nbsp; Michael was a volunteer at Cass County Election Board Worker on election days and he helped with the American Red Cross for 4 years.In his free time, he enjoyed photography, reading, camping, movies, traveling, cooking, and computers.Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at St Mary's Catholic Church, 1625 Adams St, Ashland, NE 68003.Visitation will be held 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, January 10, 2022, with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at St Mary's Catholic Church, Ashland, Nebraska.

Michael John Wall, 71

Roger Ren Garwood, 67, of Scottsbluff, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. His memorial service will be held at 10am on Friday, December 31st, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Craig Collins officiating. Cremation has taken place per his wishes and there will be no visitation. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials in Roger’s honor be made in care of his family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Roger’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.

Roger was born in Alliance on May 19th, 1954, to Max and Gretchen. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1972. Roger was married to Mary Hehnke on April 15th, 1978, in Paxton, Nebraska. He was blessed with two daughters, Stephanie &amp; Jennifer. He was a career businessman and was involved in several local businesses during his career. He retired in December 2020.

Roger was an avid sports fan and regularly cheered for the New York Yankees, Nebraska Cornhuskers, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Minnesota Vikings. He had an amazing passion for golf and took every opportunity to hit the links. His cherished past times included watching sports and spending time with friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Max Garwood and his brother, Mike Garwood.

He is survived by his mother, Gretchen (Hawley) Garwood; wife, Mary (Hehnke) Garwood ; daughters, Stephanie Garwood-McConkey (Levi) and Jennifer Garwood-McGraw (Garret); siblings, Janet Garwood-Joslin (Alan) and Tim Garwood (Shannon); grandchildren, Ashlynn, Gavin, and Jaxon; grand-dogs, Beau, Jude, and Bailey, and numerous other family members.

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 </figure>Roger Ren Garwood, 67, of Scottsbluff, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. His memorial service will be held at 10am on Friday, December 31st, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Craig Collins officiating. Cremation has taken place per his wishes and there will be no visitation. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials in Roger’s honor be made in care of his family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Roger’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.Roger was born in Alliance on May 19th, 1954, to Max and Gretchen. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1972. Roger was married to Mary Hehnke on April 15th, 1978, in Paxton, Nebraska. He was blessed with two daughters, Stephanie &amp; Jennifer. He was a career businessman and was involved in several local businesses during his career. He retired in December 2020.Roger was an avid sports fan and regularly cheered for the New York Yankees, Nebraska Cornhuskers, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Minnesota Vikings. He had an amazing passion for golf and took every opportunity to hit the links. His cherished past times included watching sports and spending time with friends and family.He was preceded in death by his father, Max Garwood and his brother, Mike Garwood.He is survived by his mother, Gretchen (Hawley) Garwood; wife, Mary (Hehnke) Garwood ; daughters, Stephanie Garwood-McConkey (Levi) and Jennifer Garwood-McGraw (Garret); siblings, Janet Garwood-Joslin (Alan) and Tim Garwood (Shannon); grandchildren, Ashlynn, Gavin, and Jaxon; grand-dogs, Beau, Jude, and Bailey, and numerous other family members.

Roger Ren Garwood (1954 - 2021)

&nbsp; Jorge Alberto Galvan, 64, of Bridgeport, passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 PM on Sunday, December 26th with a Prayer Service at 4 PM at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. His funeral service will be held at 10 am on Monday, December 27, 2021 at the Iglesia Bethel 723 Black Hills Avenue in Alliance with Reverend Hilario Garza officiating. Burial will follow at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery in Bridgeport. 

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

Jorge was born February 16, 1957 in Los Ramones, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Eliseo and Rebeca (Rodriguez) Galvan. He received his education in Mexico. He was united in marriage to Maria V. Galvan on January 2, 1981 in San Benito, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. The couple made their home and raised their family in Bridgeport, Nebraska. He was a member and usher of the Iglesia Bethel in Alliance. 

Jorge is survived by his wife Maria; children: Jorge (Tiffany) Galvan and their children Nadia and Mia, Valerie (Vaughn) Jordan and their children Landon, Braelyn, and Kinsley, and Jaime Galvan; sisters: Maria Consuelo, Nora, Lupina, and Martha; nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Jorge was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Jorge Alberto Galvan, 64, of Bridgeport, passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 PM on Sunday, December 26th with a Prayer Service at 4 PM at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. His funeral service will be held at 10 am on Monday, December 27, 2021 at the Iglesia Bethel 723 Black Hills Avenue in Alliance with Reverend Hilario Garza officiating. Burial will follow at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery in Bridgeport. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Galvan family. Jorge was born February 16, 1957 in Los Ramones, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Eliseo and Rebeca (Rodriguez) Galvan. He received his education in Mexico. He was united in marriage to Maria V. Galvan on January 2, 1981 in San Benito, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. The couple made their home and raised their family in Bridgeport, Nebraska. He was a member and usher of the Iglesia Bethel in Alliance. Jorge is survived by his wife Maria; children: Jorge (Tiffany) Galvan and their children Nadia and Mia, Valerie (Vaughn) Jordan and their children Landon, Braelyn, and Kinsley, and Jaime Galvan; sisters: Maria Consuelo, Nora, Lupina, and Martha; nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Jorge was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Jorge Alberto Galvan (1957 - 2021)

&nbsp; Harry Wayne “Barney” Dean, 97, of Bridgeport, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard. Per his request, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport with Pastor Ray Cook officiating.

Military honors will be rendered by the United States Navy Honor Guard and the Bridgeport Sons Of The American Legion Honor Guard. Memorials may be given in care of the church or the Friends of the Bridgeport Library. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Dean family.

 Barney was born April 28, 1924 at Bridgeport, Nebraska to George W. and Milo M. (Brown) Dean. He received his early education at Rocky Ridge School and graduated from Bridgeport High School 1944. He served in the United States Navy from October 14, 1944 until his honorable discharge on June 24, 1946. He was a World War II Veteran, was stationed on the Ship PC 602 in the Pacific, and attained the rank or Radarman Third Class. 

Barney married Eleanor Decker on July 4, 1949 at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport, Nebraska. The couple made their home, raised their family, and farmed and ranched east of Bridgeport until the 1994 tornado destroyed their home, at which time they moved to Bridgeport. 

Barney was a member of Morrill County Sheriff’s Posse, Bridgeport Rifle Club, Past President of the Bridgeport Board of Education, and a member of the First Baptist Church. 

Survivors include wife, Eleanor Dean; sons Bill (Patti) Dean, Mick (Sandy) Dean, and Monte (Tammy) Dean; grandchildren: Brandi (Scott) Linders, Brooke (Brad) Gates, Melanie (Rob) Dean, Tiffany (Noah) Lawonn, Jerod (Kelly) Dean, Jacob (Nicole) Dean, Joshua (Whitney) Dean, and Jase (Amber) Dean; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Barney was preceded in death by father, George “Spud” Dean; mother, Milo Dean; sister, Helen Vassos; and great-grandson Greysen Dean.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Harry Wayne “Barney” Dean, 97, of Bridgeport, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard. Per his request, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport with Pastor Ray Cook officiating.Military honors will be rendered by the United States Navy Honor Guard and the Bridgeport Sons Of The American Legion Honor Guard. Memorials may be given in care of the church or the Friends of the Bridgeport Library. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com</a>&nbsp;for the Dean family. Barney was born April 28, 1924 at Bridgeport, Nebraska to George W. and Milo M. (Brown) Dean. He received his early education at Rocky Ridge School and graduated from Bridgeport High School 1944. He served in the United States Navy from October 14, 1944 until his honorable discharge on June 24, 1946. He was a World War II Veteran, was stationed on the Ship PC 602 in the Pacific, and attained the rank or Radarman Third Class. Barney married Eleanor Decker on July 4, 1949 at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport, Nebraska. The couple made their home, raised their family, and farmed and ranched east of Bridgeport until the 1994 tornado destroyed their home, at which time they moved to Bridgeport. Barney was a member of Morrill County Sheriff’s Posse, Bridgeport Rifle Club, Past President of the Bridgeport Board of Education, and a member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors include wife, Eleanor Dean; sons Bill (Patti) Dean, Mick (Sandy) Dean, and Monte (Tammy) Dean; grandchildren: Brandi (Scott) Linders, Brooke (Brad) Gates, Melanie (Rob) Dean, Tiffany (Noah) Lawonn, Jerod (Kelly) Dean, Jacob (Nicole) Dean, Joshua (Whitney) Dean, and Jase (Amber) Dean; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Barney was preceded in death by father, George “Spud” Dean; mother, Milo Dean; sister, Helen Vassos; and great-grandson Greysen Dean.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Harry Wayne “Barney” Dean (1924 - 2021)

Stephanie Frohman 44, of Alliance, Nebraska died unexpectedly December 22, 2021 at her home. Stephanie was born July 13th, 1977 in Alliance to Jack and Jane (Beiber) Moss.

Stephanie was a graduate of Alliance High School and continued her nursing education through Western Nebraska Community College, earning a degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She had a passion for helping others as a nurse and continued this during her time working as a paraprofessional at Emerson Elementary.

Stephanie married Aaron Frohman August 20th, 1999 and was blessed with three children, Keegan, Braden and Brooklyn.

She was known for being loving and kind to others and always willing to help anyone. She made the world a better and brighter place for everyone that she was around. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and had an incredible love for her dogs and other animals. Stephanie loved her students and was active with school activities, always cheering on the Bulldogs. She especially found joy in watching her own children compete in sports, Brooklyn in basketball, Braden in bowling, and Keegan in football.

Stephanie is survived by her husband Aaron, children Keegan, Brooklyn and Braden, mother Jane Moss, siblings Ryan (Stephanie) Moss, Renee (Chris Callan) Moss, her grandfather, Verle Moss and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Stephanie was preceded in death by her father, Jack Moss, her grandparents, Eugene and Phyllis Beiber and Dorothy Moss and her aunts, Nancy Debus and Jennifer Kyle.&nbsp;

A viewing will be held on Monday, December 27th from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Wednesday. December 29th at 2 p.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; A reception to be held at Newberry's following burial.

Donations can be sent to Aaron Frohman,&nbsp;2106 Sweetwater Ave.,&nbsp; Alliance, NE 69301&nbsp;for a memorial designation that will be determined at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Stephanie Frohman 44, of Alliance, Nebraska died unexpectedly December 22, 2021 at her home. Stephanie was born July 13th, 1977 in Alliance to Jack and Jane (Beiber) Moss.Stephanie was a graduate of Alliance High School and continued her nursing education through Western Nebraska Community College, earning a degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She had a passion for helping others as a nurse and continued this during her time working as a paraprofessional at Emerson Elementary.Stephanie married Aaron Frohman August 20th, 1999 and was blessed with three children, Keegan, Braden and Brooklyn.She was known for being loving and kind to others and always willing to help anyone. She made the world a better and brighter place for everyone that she was around. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and had an incredible love for her dogs and other animals. Stephanie loved her students and was active with school activities, always cheering on the Bulldogs. She especially found joy in watching her own children compete in sports, Brooklyn in basketball, Braden in bowling, and Keegan in football.Stephanie is survived by her husband Aaron, children Keegan, Brooklyn and Braden, mother Jane Moss, siblings Ryan (Stephanie) Moss, Renee (Chris Callan) Moss, her grandfather, Verle Moss and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.Stephanie was preceded in death by her father, Jack Moss, her grandparents, Eugene and Phyllis Beiber and Dorothy Moss and her aunts, Nancy Debus and Jennifer Kyle.&nbsp;A viewing will be held on Monday, December 27th from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Wednesday. December 29th at 2 p.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; A reception to be held at Newberry's following burial.Donations can be sent to Aaron Frohman,&nbsp;2106 Sweetwater Ave.,&nbsp; Alliance, NE 69301&nbsp;for a memorial designation that will be determined at a later date.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Stephanie Frohman (1977 - 2021)

Sandra (Sandi) Lucille Groves Shanks was born on July 6, 1940, in Ainsworth, NE to Agatha and Clarence Groves. She was the eldest child and sister to Carolyn Groves Hand and Steve Groves. Her early years were spent in the Kilgore, NE and Cody, NE communities where her father was the depot agent for Chicago Northwestern Railroad. She attended Chadron State College for one year and worked for the telephone company as a switchboard operator.

In 1960, Sandi married Glenn Shanks in Gordon, NE. To this union, three children were born: Carmen Drummond (Brian) of Omaha, NE; Loren Shanks (Kandie) of Greeley, CO; and Darren Shanks (Kristy) of Westminster, CO. Sandi was the proud grandmother of 4…Nick, Andrea, Dylan and Kenly, and great-grandmother of 3…Kennedy, Logan and Violet.

Sandi and Glenn were long time members of the First Presbyterian Church of Gordon, NE. She was part of the Presbyterian Women’s Circle. She proudly planted and maintained the petunia garden on the corner of 2nd and Oak Streets for many years.

Sandi enjoyed music and was known to sing and hum melodies whether or not anyone was around to listen. She enjoyed baking, quilting, planting flowers, bird watching, crossword puzzles, and embroidery. She gave many embroidered pillowcases and quilts as gifts to family and friends.

Sandi had an infectious laugh and a spirited sense of humor. She cherished her family and friends over the years. Making special treats and holiday meals was one of her great joys, and much enjoyed by many.

Sandi is survived by her 3 children, their spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn, her parents, Clarence and Agatha, and her sister Carolyn.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 27, 2021, 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery.

A Memorial Fund has been set up in Sandi’s name and any donations can be sent to First United Presbyterian Church, 136 N. Oak Street, Gordon, NE 69343.

Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Sandra (Sandi) Lucille Groves Shanks was born on July 6, 1940, in Ainsworth, NE to Agatha and Clarence Groves. She was the eldest child and sister to Carolyn Groves Hand and Steve Groves. Her early years were spent in the Kilgore, NE and Cody, NE communities where her father was the depot agent for Chicago Northwestern Railroad. She attended Chadron State College for one year and worked for the telephone company as a switchboard operator.In 1960, Sandi married Glenn Shanks in Gordon, NE. To this union, three children were born: Carmen Drummond (Brian) of Omaha, NE; Loren Shanks (Kandie) of Greeley, CO; and Darren Shanks (Kristy) of Westminster, CO. Sandi was the proud grandmother of 4…Nick, Andrea, Dylan and Kenly, and great-grandmother of 3…Kennedy, Logan and Violet.Sandi and Glenn were long time members of the First Presbyterian Church of Gordon, NE. She was part of the Presbyterian Women’s Circle. She proudly planted and maintained the petunia garden on the corner of 2nd and Oak Streets for many years.Sandi enjoyed music and was known to sing and hum melodies whether or not anyone was around to listen. She enjoyed baking, quilting, planting flowers, bird watching, crossword puzzles, and embroidery. She gave many embroidered pillowcases and quilts as gifts to family and friends.Sandi had an infectious laugh and a spirited sense of humor. She cherished her family and friends over the years. Making special treats and holiday meals was one of her great joys, and much enjoyed by many.Sandi is survived by her 3 children, their spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn, her parents, Clarence and Agatha, and her sister Carolyn.Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 27, 2021, 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the Gordon Cemetery.A Memorial Fund has been set up in Sandi’s name and any donations can be sent to First United Presbyterian Church, 136 N. Oak Street, Gordon, NE 69343.Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Sandra (Sandi) Lucille Groves Shanks (1940 - 2021)

On Dec. 18th, 2021, In Cheyenne, WY Veterans hospital Harold entered his new life unexpectedly at the ripe ol’ age of 73. Harold is survived by his younger brother Lawrence (Colleen) Jacobs, Niece Jessica (Maclin) Staman and family, Niece Jeana Jacobs (James Brown) and family, Nephew Joshua (Heather) Jacobs and family. His Best Friend Zeke Seegrist and his small circle of good friends. He is joining his loving parents Imogene and Howard Jacobs, Brothers Odell and Linn Jacobs.

Harold was born in Crawford, Ne on Aug. 12, 1948. Graduated Crawford High in 1966. His senior year of high school he joined the Navy reserve and following in his older brothers’ footsteps he served 3 honorable years in the Navy. Throughout high school he spent several summers working for a ranch in the sandhills of Nebraska, this is where her found his love of being a cowboy, horses and rodeo. Somewhere within this timeline he earned his nickname HUGO. This nickname will continue being a part of his life through our stories of him. After returning home from the service, he went to work as a Truck driver in Scottsbluff, Casper then over to Cheyenne where he decided to put roots down with the love of his life Sandy Stoopman. He loved his quiet little ranch and log home. He preferred having piece and quiet over the chaos of town. Harold was a man of very few words, but a heart of gold. When he took you in as friend or family he would show you through his actions not his words. Never ask anyone for help but would be the first to help. I will leave you with this, which I feel fits Harold well. Talk low, talk slow and don’t say too much: John Wayne.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Memorial service for Harold (Hugo) Wayne Jacobs is scheduled for Dec. 21, 2021, at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Ne starting at 10 Am. It will be immediately followed by a luncheon at the American Legion.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A memorial has been established FOR the Chadron American Legion Honor Guard and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

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 </figure>On Dec. 18th, 2021, In Cheyenne, WY Veterans hospital Harold entered his new life unexpectedly at the ripe ol’ age of 73. Harold is survived by his younger brother Lawrence (Colleen) Jacobs, Niece Jessica (Maclin) Staman and family, Niece Jeana Jacobs (James Brown) and family, Nephew Joshua (Heather) Jacobs and family. His Best Friend Zeke Seegrist and his small circle of good friends. He is joining his loving parents Imogene and Howard Jacobs, Brothers Odell and Linn Jacobs.Harold was born in Crawford, Ne on Aug. 12, 1948. Graduated Crawford High in 1966. His senior year of high school he joined the Navy reserve and following in his older brothers’ footsteps he served 3 honorable years in the Navy. Throughout high school he spent several summers working for a ranch in the sandhills of Nebraska, this is where her found his love of being a cowboy, horses and rodeo. Somewhere within this timeline he earned his nickname HUGO. This nickname will continue being a part of his life through our stories of him. After returning home from the service, he went to work as a Truck driver in Scottsbluff, Casper then over to Cheyenne where he decided to put roots down with the love of his life Sandy Stoopman. He loved his quiet little ranch and log home. He preferred having piece and quiet over the chaos of town. Harold was a man of very few words, but a heart of gold. When he took you in as friend or family he would show you through his actions not his words. Never ask anyone for help but would be the first to help. I will leave you with this, which I feel fits Harold well. Talk low, talk slow and don’t say too much: John Wayne.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Memorial service for Harold (Hugo) Wayne Jacobs is scheduled for Dec. 21, 2021, at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Ne starting at 10 Am. It will be immediately followed by a luncheon at the American Legion.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A memorial has been established FOR the Chadron American Legion Honor Guard and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO BOX 970, CHADRON, NE 69337.

Harold (Hugo) Wayne Jacobs (1948 - 2021)

Josephine Roma Roland 98, of Hemingford, Nebraska, passed away on December 14, 2021, surrounded by her family.

Josephine was born on September 15, 1923 to Candita Stella Carl Antonio and Salvatore Roma in Monessen, Pennsylvania.&nbsp; She attended school in Monessen, and after high school went on to attend National School of Business in Pittsburg where she obtained a 2-year degree in accounting.

Josephine moved to California with her mother, her step-father Salvatore DiGioia and youngest brother; and began work in payroll at Norton Army Base in San Bernardino, California.&nbsp; She enjoyed dressing up and going out dancing with her friends.&nbsp; She met Robert (Bob) Lee Roland at one such dance and they married June 4, 1949.&nbsp;

Bob and Jo were married for over 64 years and had 4 children, Nancy, Carl, Lynda and Alan.&nbsp; Bob and Josephine purchased a farm near Hemingford in 1964; they spilt their time between the two homes each year.&nbsp; Farming in the summer and running Robert Lee Roland Contractor and Building supply in the winter.&nbsp; Josephine was a meticulous bookkeeper.&nbsp; In the winter of 1978, they moved to Nebraska permanently.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Josephine was a dedicated mom to all of her children, raising all of them to go on to accomplish great things. Family came first, she spent her retirement years attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, school concerts, and plays.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemingford, belonged to the Progressive Homemakers Extension Club, and was a proud member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

Josephine was predeceased by her parents, her two older brothers, her younger brother Ross DiGioia, her husband Bob, and her son-in-law Dennis Zajic. She is survived by Nancy (Roland) Zajic, Carl Roland, Lynda Roland, Alan Roland, Loretta Roland, her bonus son Steve Dillion, her seven grandkids and nine great-grandkids. She left many happy memories among family and friends.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Catherine Sutera and the staff at Chadron Community Hospital for their care and compassion.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services will be Monday, Dec. 20, 2021 at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.&nbsp; Rosary at 9:15 a.m., Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating Interment will follow at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, NE.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Josephine’s name to Legacy of the Plains Museum, 2930 M Street, Scottsbluff, NE&nbsp; 69361.

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 </figure>Josephine Roma Roland 98, of Hemingford, Nebraska, passed away on December 14, 2021, surrounded by her family.Josephine was born on September 15, 1923 to Candita Stella Carl Antonio and Salvatore Roma in Monessen, Pennsylvania.&nbsp; She attended school in Monessen, and after high school went on to attend National School of Business in Pittsburg where she obtained a 2-year degree in accounting.Josephine moved to California with her mother, her step-father Salvatore DiGioia and youngest brother; and began work in payroll at Norton Army Base in San Bernardino, California.&nbsp; She enjoyed dressing up and going out dancing with her friends.&nbsp; She met Robert (Bob) Lee Roland at one such dance and they married June 4, 1949.&nbsp;Bob and Jo were married for over 64 years and had 4 children, Nancy, Carl, Lynda and Alan.&nbsp; Bob and Josephine purchased a farm near Hemingford in 1964; they spilt their time between the two homes each year.&nbsp; Farming in the summer and running Robert Lee Roland Contractor and Building supply in the winter.&nbsp; Josephine was a meticulous bookkeeper.&nbsp; In the winter of 1978, they moved to Nebraska permanently.&nbsp;&nbsp;Josephine was a dedicated mom to all of her children, raising all of them to go on to accomplish great things. Family came first, she spent her retirement years attending her grandchildren’s sporting events, school concerts, and plays.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemingford, belonged to the Progressive Homemakers Extension Club, and was a proud member of the American Legion Auxiliary.Josephine was predeceased by her parents, her two older brothers, her younger brother Ross DiGioia, her husband Bob, and her son-in-law Dennis Zajic. She is survived by Nancy (Roland) Zajic, Carl Roland, Lynda Roland, Alan Roland, Loretta Roland, her bonus son Steve Dillion, her seven grandkids and nine great-grandkids. She left many happy memories among family and friends.The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Catherine Sutera and the staff at Chadron Community Hospital for their care and compassion.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be Monday, Dec. 20, 2021 at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.&nbsp; Rosary at 9:15 a.m., Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with Father Matt Koperski officiating Interment will follow at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, NE.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Josephine’s name to Legacy of the Plains Museum, 2930 M Street, Scottsbluff, NE&nbsp; 69361.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Josephine Roma Roland (1923 - 2021)

&nbsp; Jerry Leroy Harms, 81, of Minatare, NE, passed away Monday, December 6th, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa with family by his side. 

A memorial service will be held on Monday, December 13th, 2021 at 11:00am at Dugan Kramer Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Schaaf officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date. A memorial has been established to the family, and online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>&nbsp;

Jerry was born January 8th, 1940 in Grainton, NE to Earl and Josephine (Rowley) Harms and received his early education in Venango Nebraska Schools, graduating from Venango High School in 1957. He married Joyce Chapman on September 29th, 1959 in Grant, NE, to whom four children were born: Jerry Lee, Tammy, Richard, and Brenda. 

He married Jennifer Schaaf on March 28th, 1988 in Sidney, NE and they made their home in Minatare.

 Jerry enlisted in the Air Force in 1957. He was an Air Craft Engine Mechanic for 12 years and was honorably discharged in 1969 with the rank of Sargent. He was known as “Sarge” by the men with whom he served. After his discharge, he worked for a local feedlot for 49 years. His duties included feedlot manager and mill manager. He was a member of the Scottsbluff Patriot Guard and took part in the escort for the WWII Veteran’s Journey to Washington, D.C. Jerry was on the Minatare City Council for 11 years and served as the Mayor of Minatare for two years.

 Jerry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. It was important to him to be involved in his children and grandchildren’s lives. Jerry had a heart of gold and would help anyone. He had a great love for riding his motorcycle, camping, boating, and anything involving being outdoors.

 Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Harms of Minatare; sons, Jerry Lee (Connie) Harms of Gering, and Richard Harms of Minatare; daughter, Tammy (Scott) Lightfritz of Sidney; stepson, Scott Bernhardt (Char Buskirk) of Gering; stepdaughter, Janel (Mike) Marcoe of Gering; brother, Barney (Debi) Harms of Julesburg, CO; sister-in-law, Eleanor Harms of Milford, NE; brother-in-law, Mike (Val) Schaaf of Grand Island, NE; grandchildren, Kelli (Tyson) Harper, Mindi (Darrell) Woosley, Shelby (David) Gurney, Shawna (Matt) MacIntosh, Brandon Lightfritz, Brittany (Bryce) Huston, Natasha (David) Morrison, Caitlyn (Hunter) Bollman, Eric Bernhardt, Brooke (Marcelino) Alvarez, and Garret Tinsley (Jadyn Block); 15 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Preceding him in death are his parents; three brothers; one sister; and his daughter, Brenda Harms.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Jerry Leroy Harms, 81, of Minatare, NE, passed away Monday, December 6th, 2021 at Chimney Rock Villa with family by his side. A memorial service will be held on Monday, December 13th, 2021 at 11:00am at Dugan Kramer Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Schaaf officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date. A memorial has been established to the family, and online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com</a>&nbsp;Jerry was born January 8th, 1940 in Grainton, NE to Earl and Josephine (Rowley) Harms and received his early education in Venango Nebraska Schools, graduating from Venango High School in 1957. He married Joyce Chapman on September 29th, 1959 in Grant, NE, to whom four children were born: Jerry Lee, Tammy, Richard, and Brenda. He married Jennifer Schaaf on March 28th, 1988 in Sidney, NE and they made their home in Minatare. Jerry enlisted in the Air Force in 1957. He was an Air Craft Engine Mechanic for 12 years and was honorably discharged in 1969 with the rank of Sargent. He was known as “Sarge” by the men with whom he served. After his discharge, he worked for a local feedlot for 49 years. His duties included feedlot manager and mill manager. He was a member of the Scottsbluff Patriot Guard and took part in the escort for the WWII Veteran’s Journey to Washington, D.C. Jerry was on the Minatare City Council for 11 years and served as the Mayor of Minatare for two years. Jerry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. It was important to him to be involved in his children and grandchildren’s lives. Jerry had a heart of gold and would help anyone. He had a great love for riding his motorcycle, camping, boating, and anything involving being outdoors. Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Harms of Minatare; sons, Jerry Lee (Connie) Harms of Gering, and Richard Harms of Minatare; daughter, Tammy (Scott) Lightfritz of Sidney; stepson, Scott Bernhardt (Char Buskirk) of Gering; stepdaughter, Janel (Mike) Marcoe of Gering; brother, Barney (Debi) Harms of Julesburg, CO; sister-in-law, Eleanor Harms of Milford, NE; brother-in-law, Mike (Val) Schaaf of Grand Island, NE; grandchildren, Kelli (Tyson) Harper, Mindi (Darrell) Woosley, Shelby (David) Gurney, Shawna (Matt) MacIntosh, Brandon Lightfritz, Brittany (Bryce) Huston, Natasha (David) Morrison, Caitlyn (Hunter) Bollman, Eric Bernhardt, Brooke (Marcelino) Alvarez, and Garret Tinsley (Jadyn Block); 15 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are his parents; three brothers; one sister; and his daughter, Brenda Harms.&nbsp;&nbsp;

  Jerry Leroy Harms (1940 - 2021)

Funeral services for Merna Lee Ganshert of Gordon, NE will be Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Gordon, NE, 211 W. 2nd Street.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, 101 N. Main St. in Gordon, NE.

Merna Lee Ganshert of Gordon, NE was born August 15, 1948 in Gordon Hospital. She started life in a converted garage south of Rushville, NE and then moved to Batesland, SD where she attended school through the eighth grade.

While in Batesland, the family attended the Lutheran church where she was baptized at nine years old. She took catechism and joined the church at the age of 13 (eighth grade). After moving to Gordon, she attended the Methodist church where she is a member.

Merna attended Gordon High School where she took college prep courses and worked as a Nurse’s Aide at Gordon Memorial Hospital. She graduated Gordon High School in 1966. In 1967, she graduated from the Institute for Medical Technique in Minneapolis, MN as a dental assistant. She went to work for the Ray Dental Group in Rapid City, SD.

Merna then met Bernie when coworkers set them up by asking them to babysit on the same night. They were married in Gordon on July 15, 1967. For the next 16 years, Merna was an Air Force wife and mother. She was able to see a lot of the world including Biloxi, MS, Tampa, FL, Burkburnett and Wichita Falls, TX. By this time Merna had 3 sons, and the family then moved to Germany, where Merna visited many countries throughout Europe. While in Germany, she also worked with ceramics and decorated cakes for all occasions. In 1982, they returned to the states and lived in Shawnee, OK for a year where she completed a secretarial course at Gordon Cooper Vo-Tech. When Bernie retired from the Air Force in 1983, the family then moved to Gordon, NE.

Merna sewed and hand-crafted her kids’ costumes every year, crocheted blankets, and painted on canvas. She first enjoyed crafts as a child with her grandmother, Ehrma Reeves, who taught her to embroider and paint fabrics.

While in Gordon, NE, Merna worked as a Teacher’s Aide for Gordon Public Schools, a Teller/Bookkeeper for Abbott Bank, a switchboard operator and biller at Gordon Memorial Hospital, and a Secretary for Gordon Elementary. In 2000, she continued her education at Northwest Nebraska Community College for a certificate in medical transcription. For the next 6 years, she worked as a Medical Transcriptionist in Gordon Memorial Hospital.

In 2006, Merna joined Bernie in retirement and enjoyed traveling and camping, visiting with family and friends across the country, and seeing sites – from Alaska to Florida to California and everywhere in between, and particularly to Arizona where they spent many winter months with their son Eric and his family. She also loved returning home to Gordon to spend time with family and friends in her home, filling it with laughter and love. She will be remembered for her love and dedication to her husband, children, family, and friends, and for her faith in God.

Merna Lee Ganshert passed away on December 8, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, NE, with her beloved husband Bernie and sister Glenda by her side.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father, Norman L. Davis, mother Norma L. Reeves Davis Child, mother and father-in-law Lawrence and Anna Ganshert, brother Gary M. Davis, brother-in-laws Joseph and Alan Ganshert, Uncle Kenny Allison, Uncle Melvin Davis, Aunt Lavonne “Dee Dee” Burrows, and Aunt Lois Sine. She is survived by her husband, Bernard L. Ganshert, children Christopher and wife Dixie Ganshert of Lincoln, NE, Scot Ganshert of Colorado Springs, CO, and Eric and wife Brenda Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, grandchildren Christopher and wife Amanda Ganshert, Jacob Ganshert, and Alexander Ganshert all of Lincoln, NE, Rose Ganshert of Colorado Springs, CO, and Eriq and wife Rachel Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, great-grand child Lucas Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, brother Owen and wife Marlene Davis of Rushville, NE, sister Glenda Davis Capler of Gordon, NE, Uncle Eldred and Aunt Jean Reeves of Gordon, NE, and Aunt Anna Allison of Rushville, NE, and numerous nieces, nephews, and all of her Ganshert family from Wisconsin.

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 </figure>Funeral services for Merna Lee Ganshert of Gordon, NE will be Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Gordon, NE, 211 W. 2nd Street.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, 101 N. Main St. in Gordon, NE.Merna Lee Ganshert of Gordon, NE was born August 15, 1948 in Gordon Hospital. She started life in a converted garage south of Rushville, NE and then moved to Batesland, SD where she attended school through the eighth grade.While in Batesland, the family attended the Lutheran church where she was baptized at nine years old. She took catechism and joined the church at the age of 13 (eighth grade). After moving to Gordon, she attended the Methodist church where she is a member.Merna attended Gordon High School where she took college prep courses and worked as a Nurse’s Aide at Gordon Memorial Hospital. She graduated Gordon High School in 1966. In 1967, she graduated from the Institute for Medical Technique in Minneapolis, MN as a dental assistant. She went to work for the Ray Dental Group in Rapid City, SD.Merna then met Bernie when coworkers set them up by asking them to babysit on the same night. They were married in Gordon on July 15, 1967. For the next 16 years, Merna was an Air Force wife and mother. She was able to see a lot of the world including Biloxi, MS, Tampa, FL, Burkburnett and Wichita Falls, TX. By this time Merna had 3 sons, and the family then moved to Germany, where Merna visited many countries throughout Europe. While in Germany, she also worked with ceramics and decorated cakes for all occasions. In 1982, they returned to the states and lived in Shawnee, OK for a year where she completed a secretarial course at Gordon Cooper Vo-Tech. When Bernie retired from the Air Force in 1983, the family then moved to Gordon, NE.Merna sewed and hand-crafted her kids’ costumes every year, crocheted blankets, and painted on canvas. She first enjoyed crafts as a child with her grandmother, Ehrma Reeves, who taught her to embroider and paint fabrics.While in Gordon, NE, Merna worked as a Teacher’s Aide for Gordon Public Schools, a Teller/Bookkeeper for Abbott Bank, a switchboard operator and biller at Gordon Memorial Hospital, and a Secretary for Gordon Elementary. In 2000, she continued her education at Northwest Nebraska Community College for a certificate in medical transcription. For the next 6 years, she worked as a Medical Transcriptionist in Gordon Memorial Hospital.In 2006, Merna joined Bernie in retirement and enjoyed traveling and camping, visiting with family and friends across the country, and seeing sites – from Alaska to Florida to California and everywhere in between, and particularly to Arizona where they spent many winter months with their son Eric and his family. She also loved returning home to Gordon to spend time with family and friends in her home, filling it with laughter and love. She will be remembered for her love and dedication to her husband, children, family, and friends, and for her faith in God.Merna Lee Ganshert passed away on December 8, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, NE, with her beloved husband Bernie and sister Glenda by her side.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father, Norman L. Davis, mother Norma L. Reeves Davis Child, mother and father-in-law Lawrence and Anna Ganshert, brother Gary M. Davis, brother-in-laws Joseph and Alan Ganshert, Uncle Kenny Allison, Uncle Melvin Davis, Aunt Lavonne “Dee Dee” Burrows, and Aunt Lois Sine. She is survived by her husband, Bernard L. Ganshert, children Christopher and wife Dixie Ganshert of Lincoln, NE, Scot Ganshert of Colorado Springs, CO, and Eric and wife Brenda Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, grandchildren Christopher and wife Amanda Ganshert, Jacob Ganshert, and Alexander Ganshert all of Lincoln, NE, Rose Ganshert of Colorado Springs, CO, and Eriq and wife Rachel Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, great-grand child Lucas Ganshert of Tucson, AZ, brother Owen and wife Marlene Davis of Rushville, NE, sister Glenda Davis Capler of Gordon, NE, Uncle Eldred and Aunt Jean Reeves of Gordon, NE, and Aunt Anna Allison of Rushville, NE, and numerous nieces, nephews, and all of her Ganshert family from Wisconsin.

Merna Lee Ganshert (1948 - 2021)

Funeral Services for Janette Anderson. 78 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Friday, December 17, 2021 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska with burial at the Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.

There will be a Vigil Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska.

Janette passed away on December 9, 2021 at Pioneer Manor in Hay Springs, Nebraska. Mrs. Anderson was born May 23, 1943 in Bowdle, SD.

A memorial has been established the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department or Alzheimer’s Association and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE&nbsp; 69337.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Janette Anderson. 78 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Friday, December 17, 2021 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska with burial at the Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska.There will be a Vigil Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Chadron, Nebraska.Janette passed away on December 9, 2021 at Pioneer Manor in Hay Springs, Nebraska. Mrs. Anderson was born May 23, 1943 in Bowdle, SD.A memorial has been established the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department or Alzheimer’s Association and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE&nbsp; 69337.Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Janette Anderson (1943 - 2021)

Grant Charles Mann, 40, passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 9, 2021, near his home east of Alliance, Nebraska. He was born to Gaylord and Sandra Mann in Ogallala, Nebraska on March 6, 1981.

Grant spent most of his years growing up on the Mann Ranch near Taylor and graduated from Loup County High School in 1999. He then pursued an electrical degree from Mid Plains Community College in North Platte and soon thereafter began working in commercial construction. Grant’s experiences as an electrician would lead him through a variety of jobs including an open strip coal mine, his favorite position, to the railroad, to communications. The adaptation of his skills was endless.

Grant married Stacy Purdum in Seneca, Nebraska on September 4, 2004. They immediately set off on adventures after Stacy graduated college, living in the Teton mountains, the Big Horn mountains, and the Pine Ridge, where they loved all things outdoors.

Grant’s passion was firearms and hunting, his knowledge base was staggering, taking a back seat only to being a husband and then a father. Grant and Stacy were blessed with a son, Gavin, on November 6, 2008, followed by the shock of their life---twins! ---on April 9, 2015. Grant’s biggest joy was so very obviously his trio of boys, who love him back just as much.

Grant did not have a mean bone in his body and will always be remembered as someone who was always willing to help out, lend a smile, or share a belly laugh.

Grant is preceded in death by his father, Gaylord Mann. He is survived by his wife Stacy and their sons, Gavin, Ethan, and Owen Mann, mom Sandra Mann, sister Stacey (Todd) Adamson, brother Mitch (Kimberly) Mann, nieces Lindsay (Kelly) Taylor, Sydney Adamson, and Maureen Mann, nephews JT Adamson, Konrad Mann, Marshall Mann, Jeremiah Mann, and Noble Mann, and a whole host of other family and in-laws that love him dearly.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Monday, December 13th in Burwell at Hitchcock Funeral Home. Services will be held at the First Congregational Church in Burwell on December 14th at 10:30 am followed by graveside services at Kent Cemetery. Pastor Alan Petersen will officiate.

Memorials are suggested to Stacy Mann for education funds for Grant’s sons or to Kent Cemetery.

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 </figure>Grant Charles Mann, 40, passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 9, 2021, near his home east of Alliance, Nebraska. He was born to Gaylord and Sandra Mann in Ogallala, Nebraska on March 6, 1981.Grant spent most of his years growing up on the Mann Ranch near Taylor and graduated from Loup County High School in 1999. He then pursued an electrical degree from Mid Plains Community College in North Platte and soon thereafter began working in commercial construction. Grant’s experiences as an electrician would lead him through a variety of jobs including an open strip coal mine, his favorite position, to the railroad, to communications. The adaptation of his skills was endless.Grant married Stacy Purdum in Seneca, Nebraska on September 4, 2004. They immediately set off on adventures after Stacy graduated college, living in the Teton mountains, the Big Horn mountains, and the Pine Ridge, where they loved all things outdoors.Grant’s passion was firearms and hunting, his knowledge base was staggering, taking a back seat only to being a husband and then a father. Grant and Stacy were blessed with a son, Gavin, on November 6, 2008, followed by the shock of their life---twins! ---on April 9, 2015. Grant’s biggest joy was so very obviously his trio of boys, who love him back just as much.Grant did not have a mean bone in his body and will always be remembered as someone who was always willing to help out, lend a smile, or share a belly laugh.Grant is preceded in death by his father, Gaylord Mann. He is survived by his wife Stacy and their sons, Gavin, Ethan, and Owen Mann, mom Sandra Mann, sister Stacey (Todd) Adamson, brother Mitch (Kimberly) Mann, nieces Lindsay (Kelly) Taylor, Sydney Adamson, and Maureen Mann, nephews JT Adamson, Konrad Mann, Marshall Mann, Jeremiah Mann, and Noble Mann, and a whole host of other family and in-laws that love him dearly.Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Monday, December 13th in Burwell at Hitchcock Funeral Home. Services will be held at the First Congregational Church in Burwell on December 14th at 10:30 am followed by graveside services at Kent Cemetery. Pastor Alan Petersen will officiate.Memorials are suggested to Stacy Mann for education funds for Grant’s sons or to Kent Cemetery.

Grant Charles Mann (1981 - 2021)

On August 27, 2021, due to complications with Covid, Patrick Lee Toedtli was gathered to his savior, Jesus Christ. 

Pat was born January 5, 1961 to Marv and Kathie (Parker) Toedtli at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance. 

Our family shared many wonderful occasions with two sets of loving grandparents and other close family members. He and his siblings spent many carefree, fun filled hours at the farm of his fraternal grandma and grandpa. 

Pat liked sports, played basketball and little league baseball, and was, of course a Husker fan. As a child, he was keen to watch cartoons, B movies, and sci-fi on TV. When he was about four years old, he woke up from his nap wanting to watch one of his favorites, such as Bullwinkle or the Flintstones, and found that the program was over. He burst into tears and exclaimed, “Somebody watched them all”. 

He attended Grandview, Middle School, and graduated from Alliance High School in 1979. 

During his teen years, he worked in construction and the Pizza Hut. He earned his associates degree at the Denver Institute of Art. 

While living in Denver, he met and married Annette Barlow, and they lived there for several years. Two daughters, Alyssa and Kylee, completed their family. Some twenty years ago they moved to Clermont, FL where he was an employee of the grounds keeping crew at Orlando Executive Airport. He really liked his job, and just before he passed away, had received recognition for 20 years of outstanding service. 

While living in Florida, Pat and his family took advantage of the many attractions of that area, attended concerts, went to the amusement parks, traveled and went on cruises- this he very much enjoyed. His favorite musical was Les Misérables, which had a very profound and special meaning to him and Annette. Pat’s favorite quote was, “To love another person is to see the face of God!”. 

Patrick was a kind person, loved their rescue animals, and had a quirky and fun sense of humor. Those who knew him were deeply touched by his sincerity and strong convictions. He was not shy in sharing his faith in Jesus, and took his Bible to work with him every day. He led Bible studies with fellow workers, and they discussed scripture and world events. 

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 </figure>On August 27, 2021, due to complications with Covid, Patrick Lee Toedtli was gathered to his savior, Jesus Christ. Pat was born January 5, 1961 to Marv and Kathie (Parker) Toedtli at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance. Our family shared many wonderful occasions with two sets of loving grandparents and other close family members. He and his siblings spent many carefree, fun filled hours at the farm of his fraternal grandma and grandpa. Pat liked sports, played basketball and little league baseball, and was, of course a Husker fan. As a child, he was keen to watch cartoons, B movies, and sci-fi on TV. When he was about four years old, he woke up from his nap wanting to watch one of his favorites, such as Bullwinkle or the Flintstones, and found that the program was over. He burst into tears and exclaimed, “Somebody watched them all”. He attended Grandview, Middle School, and graduated from Alliance High School in 1979. During his teen years, he worked in construction and the Pizza Hut. He earned his associates degree at the Denver Institute of Art. While living in Denver, he met and married Annette Barlow, and they lived there for several years. Two daughters, Alyssa and Kylee, completed their family. Some twenty years ago they moved to Clermont, FL where he was an employee of the grounds keeping crew at Orlando Executive Airport. He really liked his job, and just before he passed away, had received recognition for 20 years of outstanding service. While living in Florida, Pat and his family took advantage of the many attractions of that area, attended concerts, went to the amusement parks, traveled and went on cruises- this he very much enjoyed. His favorite musical was Les Misérables, which had a very profound and special meaning to him and Annette. Pat’s favorite quote was, “To love another person is to see the face of God!”. Patrick was a kind person, loved their rescue animals, and had a quirky and fun sense of humor. Those who knew him were deeply touched by his sincerity and strong convictions. He was not shy in sharing his faith in Jesus, and took his Bible to work with him every day. He led Bible studies with fellow workers, and they discussed scripture and world events. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Annette, his daughters Alyssa (Kyle) Jackson, Kylee (James) Martin, in-laws Jesse and Wayne Barlow, and step brother-in-law Don McCourt all of Clermont, FL. Also, his parents, Marv and Kathie Toedtli, brother Chris of Alliance, his sisters Jody Williamson (Dick) of Fort Worth, and Dana (Dan) Fredrick of Grand Island, his uncles, Rod Parker of Alliance, Joe Parker (Kathy) of Ridgefield, Washington, one niece and two nephews, and several cousins. Family members who have gone home before him are his grandparents Richard and Margaret Toedtli, Harold and Dorothy Parker, his uncle Don Toedtli, his aunt Terry Dunham, and his sister-in-law Janet Toedtli. The family is planning a memorial service to be held at 10:00 A.M. at the First Presbyterian Church on December 18, 2021. Gifts in Pat’s honor will go to First Presbyterian Church, Paws, the Gideons, and Post Playhouse.

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