Megan Nicole Stethem, 27, of Hemingford, Nebraska passed away at her parent's home in Hemingford on September 27, 2021.&nbsp; She was born on March 26, 1994 in Rapid City SD.

Megan got her GED and was 1 class away from completing an associate’s degree in Business from Western Dakota Tech when she fell ill.

Megan enjoyed hiking, being outside, driving around listening to crude music and torturing her parent's cat Tiger.

She is survived by her loving grandparents, Kay and Murph Planansky of Hemingford; her parents, Ed "Slim" and Mary Planansky; her fiancé, Casey Thomas of Rapid City, SD; her cat Mona, who also likes to torture Tiger; and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Leo and Bonnie Stethem of Rapid City, SD.

Megan's family would like to thank Dr. Fattig of Alliance, who never gave up trying to find out what was ailing Megan; Dr. Willroy of Bridgeport, who treated Megan like a human instead of a person with a troubled past; Dr. Leisy of Bridgeport, who actually listened to us and prescribed the medications that would best help; the State of Colorado for legalizing cannabis, without this option Megan would have died in our home in 2018 because she couldn't get "REAL" medical help.&nbsp;

Instead of cards Megan's family would like you to sign the initiative to get medical Marijuana legalized in the State of Nebraska.

Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

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 </figure>Megan Nicole Stethem, 27, of Hemingford, Nebraska passed away at her parent's home in Hemingford on September 27, 2021.&nbsp; She was born on March 26, 1994 in Rapid City SD.Megan got her GED and was 1 class away from completing an associate’s degree in Business from Western Dakota Tech when she fell ill.Megan enjoyed hiking, being outside, driving around listening to crude music and torturing her parent's cat Tiger.She is survived by her loving grandparents, Kay and Murph Planansky of Hemingford; her parents, Ed "Slim" and Mary Planansky; her fiancé, Casey Thomas of Rapid City, SD; her cat Mona, who also likes to torture Tiger; and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Leo and Bonnie Stethem of Rapid City, SD.Megan's family would like to thank Dr. Fattig of Alliance, who never gave up trying to find out what was ailing Megan; Dr. Willroy of Bridgeport, who treated Megan like a human instead of a person with a troubled past; Dr. Leisy of Bridgeport, who actually listened to us and prescribed the medications that would best help; the State of Colorado for legalizing cannabis, without this option Megan would have died in our home in 2018 because she couldn't get "REAL" medical help.&nbsp;Instead of cards Megan's family would like you to sign the initiative to get medical Marijuana legalized in the State of Nebraska.Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Megan Nicole Stethem (1994 - 2021)

Debra J. Dikin Dahna, 57 died Saturday, September, 25, 2021, at the University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

She was born on July 16, 1964 in Alliance, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Michael J. Sr. and Reva J. (Willis) Dikin. She was a Dodge City, Kansas, resident
 for the past 22 years spending 18 of those years being a teacher for 
the Dodge City Public School system. She also worked for DCF, St. 
Francis and her most recent job as a Bus Driver. She was also a member 
of the First Baptist Church in Dodge City.

She enjoyed working with kids and spending time with her family 
especially her great nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed scrap booking.
 She loved her dogs and serving her church especially working with the 
children’s ministry.

On June 5, 2004 she married Harry Dahna at Emporia, Kansas. He survives.

Survivors also include: her mother, Reva Dikin, Emporia; her sister, 
Kelly Mahoney and husband Pat, Phoenix, Arizona; her brother, Michael J.
 Dikin Jr., Emporia, Kansas; 3 nephews, Dan Dikin and wife Jenny, 
Wichita, Kansas, Nic Dikin, Kansas City, Kansas and Tavo Dikin, Kansas 
City, Kansas; 2 great nieces, Caroline and Grace Dikin; and her great 
nephew, Michael Dikin.

She was preceded in death by her father, Michael J. Dikin Sr., and her brother, Darryl J. Dikin.

Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am Monday, October, 4, 2021 at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City, with Rev. Steve Ormord officiating. 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Garden, Dodge City. Visitation
 will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge
 City.

The family suggests memorials to the Children’s Ministry at First Baptist Church in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Debra J. Dikin Dahna, 57 died Saturday, September, 25, 2021, at the University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.She was born on July 16, 1964 in Alliance, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Michael J. Sr. and Reva J. (Willis) Dikin. She was a Dodge City, Kansas, resident
 for the past 22 years spending 18 of those years being a teacher for 
the Dodge City Public School system. She also worked for DCF, St. 
Francis and her most recent job as a Bus Driver. She was also a member 
of the First Baptist Church in Dodge City.She enjoyed working with kids and spending time with her family 
especially her great nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed scrap booking.
 She loved her dogs and serving her church especially working with the 
children’s ministry.On June 5, 2004 she married Harry Dahna at Emporia, Kansas. He survives.Survivors also include: her mother, Reva Dikin, Emporia; her sister, 
Kelly Mahoney and husband Pat, Phoenix, Arizona; her brother, Michael J.
 Dikin Jr., Emporia, Kansas; 3 nephews, Dan Dikin and wife Jenny, 
Wichita, Kansas, Nic Dikin, Kansas City, Kansas and Tavo Dikin, Kansas 
City, Kansas; 2 great nieces, Caroline and Grace Dikin; and her great 
nephew, Michael Dikin.She was preceded in death by her father, Michael J. Dikin Sr., and her brother, Darryl J. Dikin.Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am Monday, October, 4, 2021 at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City, with Rev. Steve Ormord officiating. 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Garden, Dodge City. Visitation
 will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge
 City.The family suggests memorials to the Children’s Ministry at First Baptist Church in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Debra J. Dikin Dahna

Kyle Gene Meininger passed away Friday, September 24th in Gering. Services for Kyle will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 30th at WestWay Church with Pastor John Mulholland officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

Service will be livestreamed through youtube.com\WestWayChristianChurch. Masks will be required by all who are attending the service. Masks will be available at the entrance. WestWay Church doors will open to the public Thursday morning at 9:15 am. There will be no visitation.

Kyle was born in Scottsbluff to Kim and Randy Meininger on November 12, 1992. Kyle had a passion for helping people from day one. When he was just in first grade, he started a Safety Patrol Program at Community Christian School. This program began when Kyle saw a classmate fall and become injured and he wanted to help. The Safety Patrol Program consisted of students, starting with Kyle, who would patrol the playground during recess and radio to the office if someone needed help. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 2012. During his senior year of high school, Kyle graduated with FFA honors and won second place in the state welding competition in Lincoln.

Kyle completed an Associates of Applied Science in Diesel Technology in 2014 from Central Community College and worked for the following year at Nebraska Harvest Center in Ogallala. Kyle married the love of his life and best friend, Courtney Farrington of Casper, Wyoming on December 13, 2014 in Scottsbluff. Kyle and Courtney then moved to Morrill where he farmed for the next couple of years before deciding to pursue a paramedic license. Kyle completed this process and became a Nationally Registered Paramedic in 2017 and worked for Valley Ambulance from 2018 to 2020. Shortly after obtaining his paramedic licensure, Courtney gave birth to their daughter, McKenzie Jo Meininger.

Continuing with his desire to help people, Kyle obtained his MEDL certification in 2020, making him the only person with this certification in the state of Nebraska. With this certification he spent time over the following year traveling and fighting multiple Type 3 and Type 4 wildland fires around the state of Nebraska. In October 2020, Kyle became a Flight Paramedic with Air Link in Scottsbluff. On October 9, 2020, Kyle and Courtney were blessed again with another child, a son named Weston Gene Meininger.

Kyle is survived by his wife Courtney, daughter McKenzie, and son Weston, all of Gering; parents, Randy and Kim Meininger of Scottsbluff; brothers Jordan Meininger of Ogallala and Kaldon (Amanda) Meininger of Scottsbluff; grandparents Ed and Kay Meininger of Scottsbluff and Larry and Karen Slingsby of Ansley, NE; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, many close friends and colleagues, and of course, his best four-legged friend, Lyla.

In his free time, Kyle loved any sort of activity that would get him outside. Kyle’s great-grandfather founded a family cabin in Evergreen, Colorado that he and his family loved to spend time at. While in the great outdoors, Kyle loved to spend his time hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed the trips he made to South Dakota and the Niobrara river with his friends and family, where they would ride ATVs, camp, and swim. Kyle loved his family and friends and was often the organizer of events that would bring his family together and spend time outside.

Kyle was a kind, caring man who never missed an opportunity to say hello and give a big hug to those he knew. He was also very grateful for the comradery shared between he and his fellow firefighters and EMS personnel. Kyle adored his children and was always eager to share the latest pictures and videos he had of them. We loved Kyle so much and will miss him immensely. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Kyle’s memory for the care of his wife and children. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>&nbsp;Dugan-Kramer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Kyle Gene Meininger passed away Friday, September 24th in Gering. Services for Kyle will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 30th at WestWay Church with Pastor John Mulholland officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.Service will be livestreamed through youtube.com\WestWayChristianChurch. Masks will be required by all who are attending the service. Masks will be available at the entrance. WestWay Church doors will open to the public Thursday morning at 9:15 am. There will be no visitation.Kyle was born in Scottsbluff to Kim and Randy Meininger on November 12, 1992. Kyle had a passion for helping people from day one. When he was just in first grade, he started a Safety Patrol Program at Community Christian School. This program began when Kyle saw a classmate fall and become injured and he wanted to help. The Safety Patrol Program consisted of students, starting with Kyle, who would patrol the playground during recess and radio to the office if someone needed help. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 2012. During his senior year of high school, Kyle graduated with FFA honors and won second place in the state welding competition in Lincoln.Kyle completed an Associates of Applied Science in Diesel Technology in 2014 from Central Community College and worked for the following year at Nebraska Harvest Center in Ogallala. Kyle married the love of his life and best friend, Courtney Farrington of Casper, Wyoming on December 13, 2014 in Scottsbluff. Kyle and Courtney then moved to Morrill where he farmed for the next couple of years before deciding to pursue a paramedic license. Kyle completed this process and became a Nationally Registered Paramedic in 2017 and worked for Valley Ambulance from 2018 to 2020. Shortly after obtaining his paramedic licensure, Courtney gave birth to their daughter, McKenzie Jo Meininger.Continuing with his desire to help people, Kyle obtained his MEDL certification in 2020, making him the only person with this certification in the state of Nebraska. With this certification he spent time over the following year traveling and fighting multiple Type 3 and Type 4 wildland fires around the state of Nebraska. In October 2020, Kyle became a Flight Paramedic with Air Link in Scottsbluff. On October 9, 2020, Kyle and Courtney were blessed again with another child, a son named Weston Gene Meininger.Kyle is survived by his wife Courtney, daughter McKenzie, and son Weston, all of Gering; parents, Randy and Kim Meininger of Scottsbluff; brothers Jordan Meininger of Ogallala and Kaldon (Amanda) Meininger of Scottsbluff; grandparents Ed and Kay Meininger of Scottsbluff and Larry and Karen Slingsby of Ansley, NE; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, many close friends and colleagues, and of course, his best four-legged friend, Lyla.In his free time, Kyle loved any sort of activity that would get him outside. Kyle’s great-grandfather founded a family cabin in Evergreen, Colorado that he and his family loved to spend time at. While in the great outdoors, Kyle loved to spend his time hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed the trips he made to South Dakota and the Niobrara river with his friends and family, where they would ride ATVs, camp, and swim. Kyle loved his family and friends and was often the organizer of events that would bring his family together and spend time outside.Kyle was a kind, caring man who never missed an opportunity to say hello and give a big hug to those he knew. He was also very grateful for the comradery shared between he and his fellow firefighters and EMS personnel. Kyle adored his children and was always eager to share the latest pictures and videos he had of them. We loved Kyle so much and will miss him immensely. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Kyle’s memory for the care of his wife and children. Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>&nbsp;Dugan-Kramer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Kyle Gene Meininger (1992 - 2021)

Arlene M. Hattersley, 62, died Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Box Butte General Hospital.

She was born March 21, 1959 in Ogallala, Nebraska to Dale and Phyliss (Atkinson) Pike.

Arlene had been working at the Alliance Recreation Center where she enjoyed the opportunity to socialize with members and staff.&nbsp; She enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking and spending time with her family.&nbsp; She loved watching her granddaughters, Taylor and Kylie’s music and band concerts, but most of all was their biggest fan when it came to softball.

She is survived by her daughters, Micheala (Jasen) Williams of Alliance and Tara (Raef) Hoots of Two Forks, Montana; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Dale Pike, Clint Pike and Rod (Becky) Pike, all of Oshkosh; and her sister, Pam (Jim Goodon) Beauchamp of Kearney.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Arlene’s life will be held at a later date.

Memorials in Arlene’s memory may be given to the Alliance Recreation Center,&nbsp;1202 E. 10th&nbsp;Street, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.

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

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 </figure>Arlene M. Hattersley, 62, died Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Box Butte General Hospital.She was born March 21, 1959 in Ogallala, Nebraska to Dale and Phyliss (Atkinson) Pike.Arlene had been working at the Alliance Recreation Center where she enjoyed the opportunity to socialize with members and staff.&nbsp; She enjoyed fishing, camping, cooking and spending time with her family.&nbsp; She loved watching her granddaughters, Taylor and Kylie’s music and band concerts, but most of all was their biggest fan when it came to softball.She is survived by her daughters, Micheala (Jasen) Williams of Alliance and Tara (Raef) Hoots of Two Forks, Montana; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Dale Pike, Clint Pike and Rod (Becky) Pike, all of Oshkosh; and her sister, Pam (Jim Goodon) Beauchamp of Kearney.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Arlene’s life will be held at a later date.Memorials in Arlene’s memory may be given to the Alliance Recreation Center,&nbsp;1202 E. 10th&nbsp;Street, Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Arlene M. Hattersley (1959 - 2021)

Stephen "Steve" William Waldron, 80, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, with his family by his side.

Steve was born on May 14, 1941, to William "Bill" and Genevieve (LaClair) Waldron, in Alliance. He was the second child of four. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1960, where he was a standout athlete, participating in football, basketball, and track. On April 14, 1961, he was united in marriage to Sandra Sue Steffen, his high school sweetheart. They were married for over 60 years, and to this union, two sons were born, Randy Allen and Russell William Waldron.

Steve began working as a propane distributor when he and Sandra were first married. He later worked for Essay Distributors and then as a carman for the Burlington Northern Railroad. Following this, he became a rural postal carrier, delivering mail from Alliance to Hemingford, and he worked in that capacity until his retirement in 2011. Throughout his life he has enjoyed both hunting and fishing, and in his later years he found great pleasure in rebuilding classic cars.

Steve is survived by his wife Sandra, his two sons, and three grandchildren: Randy Waldron of Alliance; Rusty and Natalie Waldron and their children Sydnie, Nicholas, and Ayvrie, all of Alliance; his brother John and Sue Waldron of Dallas, TX; his sister Judy and Larry DeWeese of Farmington, NM; and his brother-in-law, Dale Lawrence of Wahoo, NE. He is preceded in death by his parents and his older sister, Joyce Lawrence.

A private family service will be held with internment at the Alliance Cemetery.

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

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 </figure>Stephen "Steve" William Waldron, 80, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, with his family by his side.Steve was born on May 14, 1941, to William "Bill" and Genevieve (LaClair) Waldron, in Alliance. He was the second child of four. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1960, where he was a standout athlete, participating in football, basketball, and track. On April 14, 1961, he was united in marriage to Sandra Sue Steffen, his high school sweetheart. They were married for over 60 years, and to this union, two sons were born, Randy Allen and Russell William Waldron.Steve began working as a propane distributor when he and Sandra were first married. He later worked for Essay Distributors and then as a carman for the Burlington Northern Railroad. Following this, he became a rural postal carrier, delivering mail from Alliance to Hemingford, and he worked in that capacity until his retirement in 2011. Throughout his life he has enjoyed both hunting and fishing, and in his later years he found great pleasure in rebuilding classic cars.Steve is survived by his wife Sandra, his two sons, and three grandchildren: Randy Waldron of Alliance; Rusty and Natalie Waldron and their children Sydnie, Nicholas, and Ayvrie, all of Alliance; his brother John and Sue Waldron of Dallas, TX; his sister Judy and Larry DeWeese of Farmington, NM; and his brother-in-law, Dale Lawrence of Wahoo, NE. He is preceded in death by his parents and his older sister, Joyce Lawrence.A private family service will be held with internment at the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor's choice.

Stephen "Steve" William Waldron (1941 - 2021)

Carl Bruce Shaw Sr. of Bridgeport, NE passed away Sept. 21, 2021 with his loving bride Cynthia holding his hand.

He was born on September 28, 1951, the third son of Raymond G. Shaw and Minnie Ella (Hudson) Shaw at St. Joseph Hospital, Alliance, Nebraska.

The CB handle of "Red Rebel" was a perfect fit for Carl, having no real desire to conform. As a teenage during the 60's he was eager to be a part of the free love mindset. Always with a quick smile and a need to wander, Carl made friends easily wherever his travels took him. Always eager to swap stories and never lacking of an opinion on politics or the weather or for that matter most anything.

Carl had a wide variety of occupations, from a short stint in the US Air Force, ranch hand, feedlot cowboy, railroad employee, Santa Claus model and probably some that we don’t&nbsp; know about. Probably the career that suited his personality the most was trucker.&nbsp; He was able to travel the country from coast to coast as an over the road driver and make friends at every stop.

Carl had many interesting hobbies, mountain man and black powder activities, motorcycles, camping and fishing, cars, wood working, hunting. I am sure that the many friends he had appreciated his willingness to help in any way he could.

Carl is survived by his loving wife of eight months Cynthia Sutton-Shaw of Bridgeport, Ne.

Also surviving are his three children , Carl Shaw Jr. and wife Jessica (Valentine) of Hyannis, Ne. ; Shannon S. Bell of Scottsbluff, Ne.; and Jennifer Shaw (Romualdo Rocha) of St. Petersburg, Florida, his wife Cynthia’s children, Rachelle (William) Sutton-Corbett and daughter Hailey Anne Sutton of Alliance, Gary VanNatter, Jr. and Eric A. VanNatter of Alliance, his grandchildren, Cheyenne(Beau) Broadway of Lingle, WY.; Casey Jean Shaw; Caitlin(Zack) Denny of Bridgeport, NE; Ashley Hall of Scottsbluff, Ne.; Riley Hall(Sam Hood) of Clinton, Ne.; Lauren Hall(Eli Wolf) of Scottsbluff, NE and and his great-grandchildren, Tripp, Casen, Teagan ,Atlas, Skylar and Hayden.

Carl is also survived by his two older brothers, who made his life miserable as a child being four years their junior, David Shaw and wife Marlene and R. Gene Shaw, both of Alliance. His kid sister, Ellarae (Shaw) Watson (who he helped spoil) and husband Gary Watson of Show Low, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews.

He also is survived by many friends and partners that have had an impact on his life in many ways. Judy(Zimmerman) Buskirk, Nancy(Johnson) Shaw; Barby Kay Leach

Visitation will be Friday Sept 24 at Bates Gould Funeral Home from 5pm to 7pm.

Memorial services are Tuesday Sept. 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel with burial at the Lakeside Cemetery.

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

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 </figure>Carl Bruce Shaw Sr. of Bridgeport, NE passed away Sept. 21, 2021 with his loving bride Cynthia holding his hand.He was born on September 28, 1951, the third son of Raymond G. Shaw and Minnie Ella (Hudson) Shaw at St. Joseph Hospital, Alliance, Nebraska.The CB handle of "Red Rebel" was a perfect fit for Carl, having no real desire to conform. As a teenage during the 60's he was eager to be a part of the free love mindset. Always with a quick smile and a need to wander, Carl made friends easily wherever his travels took him. Always eager to swap stories and never lacking of an opinion on politics or the weather or for that matter most anything.Carl had a wide variety of occupations, from a short stint in the US Air Force, ranch hand, feedlot cowboy, railroad employee, Santa Claus model and probably some that we don’t&nbsp; know about. Probably the career that suited his personality the most was trucker.&nbsp; He was able to travel the country from coast to coast as an over the road driver and make friends at every stop.Carl had many interesting hobbies, mountain man and black powder activities, motorcycles, camping and fishing, cars, wood working, hunting. I am sure that the many friends he had appreciated his willingness to help in any way he could.Carl is survived by his loving wife of eight months Cynthia Sutton-Shaw of Bridgeport, Ne.Also surviving are his three children , Carl Shaw Jr. and wife Jessica (Valentine) of Hyannis, Ne. ; Shannon S. Bell of Scottsbluff, Ne.; and Jennifer Shaw (Romualdo Rocha) of St. Petersburg, Florida, his wife Cynthia’s children, Rachelle (William) Sutton-Corbett and daughter Hailey Anne Sutton of Alliance, Gary VanNatter, Jr. and Eric A. VanNatter of Alliance, his grandchildren, Cheyenne(Beau) Broadway of Lingle, WY.; Casey Jean Shaw; Caitlin(Zack) Denny of Bridgeport, NE; Ashley Hall of Scottsbluff, Ne.; Riley Hall(Sam Hood) of Clinton, Ne.; Lauren Hall(Eli Wolf) of Scottsbluff, NE and and his great-grandchildren, Tripp, Casen, Teagan ,Atlas, Skylar and Hayden.Carl is also survived by his two older brothers, who made his life miserable as a child being four years their junior, David Shaw and wife Marlene and R. Gene Shaw, both of Alliance. His kid sister, Ellarae (Shaw) Watson (who he helped spoil) and husband Gary Watson of Show Low, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews.He also is survived by many friends and partners that have had an impact on his life in many ways. Judy(Zimmerman) Buskirk, Nancy(Johnson) Shaw; Barby Kay LeachVisitation will be Friday Sept 24 at Bates Gould Funeral Home from 5pm to 7pm.Memorial services are Tuesday Sept. 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Bates-Gould Chapel with burial at the Lakeside Cemetery.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Carl Bruce Shaw Sr. (1951 - 2021)

Harriet Lorenzini, 94,&nbsp; passed peacefully Thursday, September 23, 2021.

Harriet, also known as “Tots” to the family, was born Mar 21, 1927 in Tryon, Nebraska. After marrying Americo Lorenzini, they moved to Alliance around 1955. She was active in the Methodist Church for many years and was known around the neighborhood from her frequent walks and friendly conversations. She had an open door policy and was ready to put the coffee on and slice the pie in a minute’s notice.

Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, Americo, her oldest son, John, her youngest son Jim, her granddaughters, Lisa Penaluna and Brenna Nixon, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her daughter Nancy Nixon of Hemingford, her son, Bob(Carole) her grandchildren, Riley Nixon, Curt Nixon, Lance (Erin) Nixon, Tina (Brian) Clevenger, Toni (Will) Salie, Sean Pressler, Ryan Pressler and Erin Pressler and numerous great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be Monday, October 11 at 9:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Reverend Russ Seger officiating.&nbsp; A graveside service will be at 3:00 p.m. at the Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan, Colorado.

Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Firefighters Association.&nbsp;P.O. Box 598, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348.&nbsp; Condolences may be mailed in care of the family to Nancy Nixon,&nbsp;810 Cottonwood School Road, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348.

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 </figure>Harriet Lorenzini, 94,&nbsp; passed peacefully Thursday, September 23, 2021.Harriet, also known as “Tots” to the family, was born Mar 21, 1927 in Tryon, Nebraska. After marrying Americo Lorenzini, they moved to Alliance around 1955. She was active in the Methodist Church for many years and was known around the neighborhood from her frequent walks and friendly conversations. She had an open door policy and was ready to put the coffee on and slice the pie in a minute’s notice.Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, Americo, her oldest son, John, her youngest son Jim, her granddaughters, Lisa Penaluna and Brenna Nixon, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her daughter Nancy Nixon of Hemingford, her son, Bob(Carole) her grandchildren, Riley Nixon, Curt Nixon, Lance (Erin) Nixon, Tina (Brian) Clevenger, Toni (Will) Salie, Sean Pressler, Ryan Pressler and Erin Pressler and numerous great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be Monday, October 11 at 9:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Reverend Russ Seger officiating.&nbsp; A graveside service will be at 3:00 p.m. at the Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan, Colorado.Memorials may be given to the Hemingford Volunteer Firefighters Association.&nbsp;P.O. Box 598, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348.&nbsp; Condolences may be mailed in care of the family to Nancy Nixon,&nbsp;810 Cottonwood School Road, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Harriet Lorenzini (1927 - 2021)

Daniel R. Razo, 69, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO on September 18, 2021. He was born on January 7,1952 in Alliance Nebraska to Jake and Marguriete (Freeman) Razo.

Dan graduated from Alliance High School with the class of 1970 and later in life attended Western Nebraska Community College in Scottsbluff, Nebraska where he earned his ASE certification in automotive repair.

Dan was married to the love of his life Cathy Liggett for 51 wonderful years.

Dan enjoyed fishing, gardening, watching Cornhusker and Chicago Bears football, restoring cars, lifting weights, drag racing, and most of all spending time with his family.

Out of high school, Dan worked for the Alliance Times Herald before spending most of his career as a conductor on the BNSF railroad. Although he retired, he never really stopped working. Whether it was at his home in Alliance or his lake home in Lemoyne, Dan loved to stay busy. He loved to care for his garden, do yardwork, work in the garage, and above all play with his grandchildren. Dan truly was active all the days of his life and loved to interact with those closest to him. He had a big, boisterous personality with the best sense of humor. His jovial spirit, jokes, and good-natured teasing will be sorely missed.

He is survived by his wife, Cathy Razo of Alliance, his daughter, Stacey (Dennis) Hegemann of Prescott, Wisconsin; his daughter, Amy (Kenny) Pohlman of Ogallala, NE; his son, Tyson (Megan) Razo of Cheyenne, WY; and his daughter, Tiffany (Ethan) Mehne of Cheyenne, WY, grandchildren; Dalton and Jacob Hegemann of Prescott, WI; Savannah Newman of Ogallala, NE; Sebastian and Olivia Razo of Cheyenne, WY; Mya and Ava Mehne of Cheyenne, WY; a great-grandchild, Siennah Newman of Ogallala, NE as well as his sister, Linda Coupens; aunt Judy (Pete) Taylor all of Alliance, NE and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents of Alliance, NE, an infant daughter, an infant granddaughter, and an infant grandson.

The family will host a Celebration of Life in honor and appreciation for Dan at a later date. Cards can be sent to Cathy’s home in Alliance.

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 </figure>Daniel R. Razo, 69, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO on September 18, 2021. He was born on January 7,1952 in Alliance Nebraska to Jake and Marguriete (Freeman) Razo.Dan graduated from Alliance High School with the class of 1970 and later in life attended Western Nebraska Community College in Scottsbluff, Nebraska where he earned his ASE certification in automotive repair.Dan was married to the love of his life Cathy Liggett for 51 wonderful years.Dan enjoyed fishing, gardening, watching Cornhusker and Chicago Bears football, restoring cars, lifting weights, drag racing, and most of all spending time with his family.Out of high school, Dan worked for the Alliance Times Herald before spending most of his career as a conductor on the BNSF railroad. Although he retired, he never really stopped working. Whether it was at his home in Alliance or his lake home in Lemoyne, Dan loved to stay busy. He loved to care for his garden, do yardwork, work in the garage, and above all play with his grandchildren. Dan truly was active all the days of his life and loved to interact with those closest to him. He had a big, boisterous personality with the best sense of humor. His jovial spirit, jokes, and good-natured teasing will be sorely missed.He is survived by his wife, Cathy Razo of Alliance, his daughter, Stacey (Dennis) Hegemann of Prescott, Wisconsin; his daughter, Amy (Kenny) Pohlman of Ogallala, NE; his son, Tyson (Megan) Razo of Cheyenne, WY; and his daughter, Tiffany (Ethan) Mehne of Cheyenne, WY, grandchildren; Dalton and Jacob Hegemann of Prescott, WI; Savannah Newman of Ogallala, NE; Sebastian and Olivia Razo of Cheyenne, WY; Mya and Ava Mehne of Cheyenne, WY; a great-grandchild, Siennah Newman of Ogallala, NE as well as his sister, Linda Coupens; aunt Judy (Pete) Taylor all of Alliance, NE and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents of Alliance, NE, an infant daughter, an infant granddaughter, and an infant grandson.The family will host a Celebration of Life in honor and appreciation for Dan at a later date. Cards can be sent to Cathy’s home in Alliance.

Daniel R. Razo (1952 - 2021)

Lelagene A. Jantz, 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at her home following a very brave battle with lung cancer.

Lela was born July 14, 1934 in Hay Springs, Nebraska to William and Eleanora (Wenske) Votruba.&nbsp; Lela grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School.&nbsp;

After graduating, she moved to Alliance and worked at Northwestern Bell as a telephone operator.&nbsp; She later moved to Dodge City, Kansas where she met her husband, Dennis Jantz.&nbsp; They were married September 15, 1957.&nbsp; To this union they welcomed three children, Tammy, Karen and Scott.

Lela worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 14 years before retiring.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing and making quilts for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She is survived by her children, Tammy (Tom) Fletcher of Alliance, Karen Best of Alliance, and Scott (Jodie) Jantz of Lincoln.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren, Kelly (Marc) Davies, Josh (Lori) Fletcher, Kody Fletcher, Brock (Mandie) Best, Brittany (Jake) Perkins, Bridget (Tanner) Brandt, Seth Jantz, Clair Jantz, Lydia Jantz and Sam Jantz; ten great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Shirley (Jim) Styvar of Loveland, CO, Bernice Herian of Lakeside, and Delphine (Dale) Campbell of Hemingford.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her sisters, Norabelle Abbott and Annabelle Collins, her brothers, Delbert Votruba, Lloyd Votruba, Clifford Votruba, Julius Votruba and Willard Votruba.

Memorial services will be held Friday, October 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Mr. Greg Carter will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Alliance Eagles Club Auxiliary or Regional West Hospice.

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 </figure>Lelagene A. Jantz, 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at her home following a very brave battle with lung cancer.Lela was born July 14, 1934 in Hay Springs, Nebraska to William and Eleanora (Wenske) Votruba.&nbsp; Lela grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School.&nbsp;After graduating, she moved to Alliance and worked at Northwestern Bell as a telephone operator.&nbsp; She later moved to Dodge City, Kansas where she met her husband, Dennis Jantz.&nbsp; They were married September 15, 1957.&nbsp; To this union they welcomed three children, Tammy, Karen and Scott.Lela worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 14 years before retiring.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing and making quilts for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She is survived by her children, Tammy (Tom) Fletcher of Alliance, Karen Best of Alliance, and Scott (Jodie) Jantz of Lincoln.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandchildren, Kelly (Marc) Davies, Josh (Lori) Fletcher, Kody Fletcher, Brock (Mandie) Best, Brittany (Jake) Perkins, Bridget (Tanner) Brandt, Seth Jantz, Clair Jantz, Lydia Jantz and Sam Jantz; ten great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Shirley (Jim) Styvar of Loveland, CO, Bernice Herian of Lakeside, and Delphine (Dale) Campbell of Hemingford.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her sisters, Norabelle Abbott and Annabelle Collins, her brothers, Delbert Votruba, Lloyd Votruba, Clifford Votruba, Julius Votruba and Willard Votruba.Memorial services will be held Friday, October 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Mr. Greg Carter will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Alliance Eagles Club Auxiliary or Regional West Hospice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Lelagene A. Jantz (1934 - 2021)

Ramona Graham-Dorris, Born on June 6th, 1932 at the Boots family home south of Ashby,&nbsp;Ne. to Thomas Arthur Boots and Anna Melinda (Olsen) Boots. Ramona was the 10th&nbsp;child the couple was blessed with, which included 6 brothers and 3 sisters.

Ramona lived at the Boots home with her parents and attended school until the age of 10 when her family moved to Bingham, Ne. where they lived until Ramona’s graduation from high school.

On June 1st, 1949 she was wed to Roy W. Graham of Ellsworth, Ne.&nbsp; The couple welcomed two children into the world. Bruce W. Graham and David L. Graham. Ramona worked for the family business until she became the Postmaster in Ellsworth in 1960 and worked until her retirement on June 6th, 1990.

After the death of Roy W. Graham on November 18th,&nbsp;1997 Ramona moved to Lemoyne, Ne. in the spring of 1999.&nbsp; She was remarried on February 14th,&nbsp;2000 to Wilton Dorris they lived in Lemoyne, Ne. Wilton passed away November 1st, 2019.

She was preceded in death by both her parents (Thomas Arthur and Anna Melinda) and all her nine siblings Sanford Boots (Lillian), Charles “Artie” Boots (Arlene), Marvin Boots (Ethel), Eugene Boots (Bette), Gerald Boots (Ester), Bernard Boots (Edna), Agnes Christensen (Edward), Alma Leistritz (Edward "Ed), Iris Hennigh (Clarence), her husbands, both Roy W. Graham and Wilton Dorris, and 1 great grandchild Reaghan Graham.

Family she left to mourn include Sister-in-law Bette, Sons Bruce (Stephanie) and David (Kay). Her five&nbsp; grandchildren Paige Feddersen (Dave), Dustin Graham, Jeramy Graham, Tanner Graham and Kalee Sabata ( Mark). Her 7 Great Grandchildren Caitlin Feddersen, Jack Feddersen, Lena Sabata, Carson Graham, Noah Sabata, Braelynn Graham, and&nbsp; Rosalee Graham. She also left behind numerous loved&nbsp; nieces, and nephews along with many beloved Friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Romona’s request at the Lemoyne Senior Center on October 10th, 2021at 12:30p.m.&nbsp; A Private Burial service will be held at a later date.

&nbsp;Memorials can be sent to Lemoyne Senior Center and Martin Bay Church.

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 </figure>Ramona Graham-Dorris, Born on June 6th, 1932 at the Boots family home south of Ashby,&nbsp;Ne. to Thomas Arthur Boots and Anna Melinda (Olsen) Boots. Ramona was the 10th&nbsp;child the couple was blessed with, which included 6 brothers and 3 sisters.Ramona lived at the Boots home with her parents and attended school until the age of 10 when her family moved to Bingham, Ne. where they lived until Ramona’s graduation from high school.On June 1st, 1949 she was wed to Roy W. Graham of Ellsworth, Ne.&nbsp; The couple welcomed two children into the world. Bruce W. Graham and David L. Graham. Ramona worked for the family business until she became the Postmaster in Ellsworth in 1960 and worked until her retirement on June 6th, 1990.After the death of Roy W. Graham on November 18th,&nbsp;1997 Ramona moved to Lemoyne, Ne. in the spring of 1999.&nbsp; She was remarried on February 14th,&nbsp;2000 to Wilton Dorris they lived in Lemoyne, Ne. Wilton passed away November 1st, 2019.She was preceded in death by both her parents (Thomas Arthur and Anna Melinda) and all her nine siblings Sanford Boots (Lillian), Charles “Artie” Boots (Arlene), Marvin Boots (Ethel), Eugene Boots (Bette), Gerald Boots (Ester), Bernard Boots (Edna), Agnes Christensen (Edward), Alma Leistritz (Edward "Ed), Iris Hennigh (Clarence), her husbands, both Roy W. Graham and Wilton Dorris, and 1 great grandchild Reaghan Graham.Family she left to mourn include Sister-in-law Bette, Sons Bruce (Stephanie) and David (Kay). Her five&nbsp; grandchildren Paige Feddersen (Dave), Dustin Graham, Jeramy Graham, Tanner Graham and Kalee Sabata ( Mark). Her 7 Great Grandchildren Caitlin Feddersen, Jack Feddersen, Lena Sabata, Carson Graham, Noah Sabata, Braelynn Graham, and&nbsp; Rosalee Graham. She also left behind numerous loved&nbsp; nieces, and nephews along with many beloved Friends.A Celebration of Life will be held at Romona’s request at the Lemoyne Senior Center on October 10th, 2021at 12:30p.m.&nbsp; A Private Burial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;Memorials can be sent to Lemoyne Senior Center and Martin Bay Church.

Ramona Graham-Dorris (1932 - 2021)

Funeral Services for Carl Kutschara, 58 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 10:30am at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Hay Springs Cemetery at a later date.

Carl passed away September 20, 2021 in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born February 2, 1963 in Rushville, Nebraska.

A memorial has been established 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.

Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron, NE is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Carl Kutschara, 58 of Chadron, Nebraska will be Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 10:30am at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Hay Springs Cemetery at a later date.Carl passed away September 20, 2021 in Chadron, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born February 2, 1963 in Rushville, Nebraska.A memorial has been established 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.Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Carl Kutschara (1963 - 2021)

Our Lord Savior Jesus Christ called Jack Jay Fester to his home in heaven on September 17, 2021.

He was born to Glen and Lillian (Blyth) Fester on September 19, 1956 in Alliance, NE. Jack was the fourth child of nine growing up with his seven brothers and one sister. Jack graduated from High School in 1974. He started dating the love of his life, Ellen Adamson, in May of 1978. The couple was married in December of the same year and made their life together in Hemingford. Spending 43 happy years together, Jack and Ellen welcomed their first child in April of 1979. Through the next 12 years they welcomed five other children. His family was his pride and joy.

Other loves included reading, history, traveling with his family, woodworking, and working with his hands .At the time of his death he was semi-retired, subbing as a mail carrier when not working on projects of his own.

Jack was preceded in death by his oldest daughter Anna, his parents, nephew Cassidy Fester, his&nbsp;parent-in-laws, Everett and Rosalie, brother’s-in-law Craig Basden and Michael Adamson, sister’s-in-law Charlene Gartner, Loretta Randolph, and Laurie Davis.

He is survived by his wife Ellen, his daughter LaTosha, his son Jason (Erica) and his daughters, Celena(Spencer) Varga, Shauna and NaKaya, his three grandsons Eron, Terrell, and Adam, his two granddaughters, Jordan and Ramona Lee, and two great grandsons Santiago and CJ. He is also survived by his eight siblings, Roy, Jerry, Dennis, Edward, Ronald, Timothy, Betty, and Kenneth, and numerous other family members.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hemingford Community Federal Credit Union for the future use of Hemingford Public Schools.

Funeral services will be Thursday, September 23 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery. A wake service will be Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-5 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home in Hemingford and at the wake service.

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 </figure>Our Lord Savior Jesus Christ called Jack Jay Fester to his home in heaven on September 17, 2021.He was born to Glen and Lillian (Blyth) Fester on September 19, 1956 in Alliance, NE. Jack was the fourth child of nine growing up with his seven brothers and one sister. Jack graduated from High School in 1974. He started dating the love of his life, Ellen Adamson, in May of 1978. The couple was married in December of the same year and made their life together in Hemingford. Spending 43 happy years together, Jack and Ellen welcomed their first child in April of 1979. Through the next 12 years they welcomed five other children. His family was his pride and joy.Other loves included reading, history, traveling with his family, woodworking, and working with his hands .At the time of his death he was semi-retired, subbing as a mail carrier when not working on projects of his own.Jack was preceded in death by his oldest daughter Anna, his parents, nephew Cassidy Fester, his&nbsp;parent-in-laws, Everett and Rosalie, brother’s-in-law Craig Basden and Michael Adamson, sister’s-in-law Charlene Gartner, Loretta Randolph, and Laurie Davis.He is survived by his wife Ellen, his daughter LaTosha, his son Jason (Erica) and his daughters, Celena(Spencer) Varga, Shauna and NaKaya, his three grandsons Eron, Terrell, and Adam, his two granddaughters, Jordan and Ramona Lee, and two great grandsons Santiago and CJ. He is also survived by his eight siblings, Roy, Jerry, Dennis, Edward, Ronald, Timothy, Betty, and Kenneth, and numerous other family members.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hemingford Community Federal Credit Union for the future use of Hemingford Public Schools.Funeral services will be Thursday, September 23 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery. A wake service will be Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-5 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home in Hemingford and at the wake service.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Jack Jay Fester (1956 - 2021)

Linda A. Lulow, 71, died Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Linda was born December 7, 1949 in Sterling, Colorado to Gerald and Fern (Banzhaf) Kotschwar.

She graduated from Alliance High School and later Chadron State College, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

On September 26, 1980 she married Steven Lulow in Alliance, Nebraska.

Linda loved spending time with her family, especially her grandsons.&nbsp; She enjoyed bingo, camping with family and friends, and bowling league.

She is survived by her husband, Steven Lulow of Alliance; her daughter, Jami (John) White of Grand Island; her 2 grandsons, Keegan and Ryker White of Grand Island; and her brother, Roger Kotschwar of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by 2 step-sisters; 2 step-brothers; 7 sisters-in-law; 3 brothers-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Diana Schommer, and her step-father, Garland “Bud” Wickham.

Memorial services will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Pastor Glenn Johnson will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

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 </figure>Linda A. Lulow, 71, died Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society in Grand Island, Nebraska.Linda was born December 7, 1949 in Sterling, Colorado to Gerald and Fern (Banzhaf) Kotschwar.She graduated from Alliance High School and later Chadron State College, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education.On September 26, 1980 she married Steven Lulow in Alliance, Nebraska.Linda loved spending time with her family, especially her grandsons.&nbsp; She enjoyed bingo, camping with family and friends, and bowling league.She is survived by her husband, Steven Lulow of Alliance; her daughter, Jami (John) White of Grand Island; her 2 grandsons, Keegan and Ryker White of Grand Island; and her brother, Roger Kotschwar of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by 2 step-sisters; 2 step-brothers; 7 sisters-in-law; 3 brothers-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Diana Schommer, and her step-father, Garland “Bud” Wickham.Memorial services will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Pastor Glenn Johnson will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Linda A. Lulow (1949 - 2021)

James “Jim” Andrew Irwin age 86 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska formerly of Alliance, Nebraska died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at The Residency Care Center in Scottsbluff.

His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance with Pastor Gary Hashley officiating. Interment will follow at Alliance City Cemetery. Visitation will be an hour prior the service at the church. Visitation will be at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel Tuesday from 3-5 pm.

Memorials have been established to the First Presbyterian Church (PO Box 396, Alliance, NE 69301); Legacy of the Plains Museum (2930 Old Oregon Trail Road, Gering, NE 69341) or NRC Tree Fund (2100 Circle Dr, Scottsbluff, NE 69361). Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Jim was born on December 20, 1934 in Alliance, Nebraska to Andrew F and Edna M (Waltsey) Irwin. He received his early education in the Alliance public schools, graduating from Alliance High School. He attended Colorado State University and graduated with BS in Agriculture in 1957.

Jim grew up in the city, helping his father in the greenhouses, and later in the fields as his father invested in farm ground. He loved being a farmer and his heart was in the land. He was a true conservationist steward and was always interested in any new farming practices that would save water or enhance the soil naturally. If asked if he had a hobby he always answered “watching things grow.”

Jim married Jacqueline Stull on May 27, 1956 at the First Methodist Church in Alliance and made their home in the Alliance area for 58 years. They moved to the Northfield Retirement Community (The Residency) in 2014.

Jim was appointed by the Governor of Nebraska to be on the Upper Niobrara White Natural Resource District, and served on that board for 41 years before retiring. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church for 75 years and served as Trustee and Elder and loved to sing in the choir, he was a member of the Alliance Rotary Club and A Paul Harris Fellow. He had a strong faith and found great joy in serving his church and community.

He is survived by his loving wife Jacci; brothers-in-law and sisters –in-law Marian Dalton (Boise, ID), David and Marilyn Stull (Mountain View, AR), Richard Stull and Karen Siegfried (Bridgeport, NE) and Rick and Cheryl Rowle (Mountain Home, AR) and 3 generations of nieces and nephews.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents, infant brother, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Jack Dalton, Dorothy Beal Stull, Donald and Harriett Stull, niece Sandra Sautter and nephew Patrick Bronn.

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 </figure>James “Jim” Andrew Irwin age 86 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska formerly of Alliance, Nebraska died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at The Residency Care Center in Scottsbluff.His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance with Pastor Gary Hashley officiating. Interment will follow at Alliance City Cemetery. Visitation will be an hour prior the service at the church. Visitation will be at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel Tuesday from 3-5 pm.Memorials have been established to the First Presbyterian Church (PO Box 396, Alliance, NE 69301); Legacy of the Plains Museum (2930 Old Oregon Trail Road, Gering, NE 69341) or NRC Tree Fund (2100 Circle Dr, Scottsbluff, NE 69361). Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.Jim was born on December 20, 1934 in Alliance, Nebraska to Andrew F and Edna M (Waltsey) Irwin. He received his early education in the Alliance public schools, graduating from Alliance High School. He attended Colorado State University and graduated with BS in Agriculture in 1957.Jim grew up in the city, helping his father in the greenhouses, and later in the fields as his father invested in farm ground. He loved being a farmer and his heart was in the land. He was a true conservationist steward and was always interested in any new farming practices that would save water or enhance the soil naturally. If asked if he had a hobby he always answered “watching things grow.”Jim married Jacqueline Stull on May 27, 1956 at the First Methodist Church in Alliance and made their home in the Alliance area for 58 years. They moved to the Northfield Retirement Community (The Residency) in 2014.Jim was appointed by the Governor of Nebraska to be on the Upper Niobrara White Natural Resource District, and served on that board for 41 years before retiring. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church for 75 years and served as Trustee and Elder and loved to sing in the choir, he was a member of the Alliance Rotary Club and A Paul Harris Fellow. He had a strong faith and found great joy in serving his church and community.He is survived by his loving wife Jacci; brothers-in-law and sisters –in-law Marian Dalton (Boise, ID), David and Marilyn Stull (Mountain View, AR), Richard Stull and Karen Siegfried (Bridgeport, NE) and Rick and Cheryl Rowle (Mountain Home, AR) and 3 generations of nieces and nephews.Jim is preceded in death by his parents, infant brother, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Jack Dalton, Dorothy Beal Stull, Donald and Harriett Stull, niece Sandra Sautter and nephew Patrick Bronn.

James “Jim” Andrew Irwin (1934 - 2021)

Raymond Ray Stites, I passed away peacefully on Monday, October 31st, 2005 at the age of 69 after a long battle with cancer.&nbsp; He was at the Nashville Nursing and Rehab facility in Nashville, Arkansas.

Raymond was born April 18th, 1936 in Picher, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was the son of Lewis and Emmy (Lafferty) Stites.

He enlisted in the Navy in 1955 where he served his country on the U.S.S. Kawishiwi.&nbsp; He served during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge in 1957.

Raymond spent many years in the Alliance area.&nbsp; He married Ruby Krueger, now O'Connor November 16, 1972.&nbsp; To this union, two children were born.&nbsp; The oldest being John Samuel and the youngest Raymond Ray II.

Raymond spent his time doing what he loved by serving his country, hunting, fishing and camping.

He is survived by his son, Raymond (Mindy) Stites of Alliance and Tommy Ray Brown of Oklahoma.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters. He was followed in death by his oldest son, John.

Memorial services will be Friday, September 24th at 1:30pm at the Veteran's Cemetery in Alliance, NE.&nbsp; Pastor Russell Saito will be officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials and cards may be sent to Ray &amp; Mindy Stites, 3304 460th Lane, Alliance, NE 69301.

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 </figure>Raymond Ray Stites, I passed away peacefully on Monday, October 31st, 2005 at the age of 69 after a long battle with cancer.&nbsp; He was at the Nashville Nursing and Rehab facility in Nashville, Arkansas.Raymond was born April 18th, 1936 in Picher, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was the son of Lewis and Emmy (Lafferty) Stites.He enlisted in the Navy in 1955 where he served his country on the U.S.S. Kawishiwi.&nbsp; He served during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge in 1957.Raymond spent many years in the Alliance area.&nbsp; He married Ruby Krueger, now O'Connor November 16, 1972.&nbsp; To this union, two children were born.&nbsp; The oldest being John Samuel and the youngest Raymond Ray II.Raymond spent his time doing what he loved by serving his country, hunting, fishing and camping.He is survived by his son, Raymond (Mindy) Stites of Alliance and Tommy Ray Brown of Oklahoma.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters. He was followed in death by his oldest son, John.Memorial services will be Friday, September 24th at 1:30pm at the Veteran's Cemetery in Alliance, NE.&nbsp; Pastor Russell Saito will be officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials and cards may be sent to Ray &amp; Mindy Stites, 3304 460th Lane, Alliance, NE 69301.

Raymond Ray Stites I (1936 - 2005)

Jennifer Pat Beiber Kyle, 46, passed away unexpectedly September 5, 2021 at Baptist Hospital of Miami, in Miami Florida.

Jenny was born on Saint Patrick's Day, March 17, 1975 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance to Charles (Gene) and Phyllis (Wismiller) Beiber.&nbsp; She was the youngest of 5 children.&nbsp; She attended Saint Agnes Academy and graduated in 1993 from Alliance High School. She&nbsp; graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney before attending Nebraska Methodist College in Omaha, graduating with a degree in Respiratory Therapy in 1998. Jenny met Dylan Kyle at college in Kearney Nebraska and were married December 19, 1997 at Holy Rosary Catholic&nbsp; Church in Alliance Nebraska.

She lived in Homestead Florida with her husband Dylan and their sons, Lucas (7) and Jacob (5). She worked as a respiratory therapist at Mariners Hospital in Tavernier Florida, part of Baptist Health South Florida.

Jenny loved attending games or cheering on the Huskers. They visited Disney World in Orlando as often as possible. Opinionated, sharp-witted and strong-willed, she had a big smile that earned her the nickname "Jenn-grin" from close friends and family. Her "Jenn grin" lit up the room! We were blessed to have her in our lives if only for 46 years. She will be greatly missed.

In addition to her husband Dylan and sons, her survivors include her sisters, Jane Moss, Sue (Gary) Moeller of Alliance, and brother Tom (Deb) Beiber of Kearney Missouri. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Stephanie (Aaron) Frohman, Ryan (Stephanie) Moss, Renee Moss &amp; Chris, Katie (Uriah) Flood, Shelly and Allie Moeller, Kyle (Katelynn) Debus, Justin Debus and Jennifer, and Jessica Debus, Gina (Perry) Mostek, Kim (Kirk) Dudley, Jason (Natalie) Christoffersen along with aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Gene and Phyllis, and her sister Nancy Debus.

Memorial services will be held Friday,&nbsp; October 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Alliance.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate and interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A gathering will be held at the Eagles Club in Alliance after the service.

Memorials are suggested to St. Agnes Academy Foundation or to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp; Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Sue Moeller, 1648 Colorado, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.

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

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 </figure>Jennifer Pat Beiber Kyle, 46, passed away unexpectedly September 5, 2021 at Baptist Hospital of Miami, in Miami Florida.Jenny was born on Saint Patrick's Day, March 17, 1975 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance to Charles (Gene) and Phyllis (Wismiller) Beiber.&nbsp; She was the youngest of 5 children.&nbsp; She attended Saint Agnes Academy and graduated in 1993 from Alliance High School. She&nbsp; graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney before attending Nebraska Methodist College in Omaha, graduating with a degree in Respiratory Therapy in 1998. Jenny met Dylan Kyle at college in Kearney Nebraska and were married December 19, 1997 at Holy Rosary Catholic&nbsp; Church in Alliance Nebraska.She lived in Homestead Florida with her husband Dylan and their sons, Lucas (7) and Jacob (5). She worked as a respiratory therapist at Mariners Hospital in Tavernier Florida, part of Baptist Health South Florida.Jenny loved attending games or cheering on the Huskers. They visited Disney World in Orlando as often as possible. Opinionated, sharp-witted and strong-willed, she had a big smile that earned her the nickname "Jenn-grin" from close friends and family. Her "Jenn grin" lit up the room! We were blessed to have her in our lives if only for 46 years. She will be greatly missed.In addition to her husband Dylan and sons, her survivors include her sisters, Jane Moss, Sue (Gary) Moeller of Alliance, and brother Tom (Deb) Beiber of Kearney Missouri. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Stephanie (Aaron) Frohman, Ryan (Stephanie) Moss, Renee Moss &amp; Chris, Katie (Uriah) Flood, Shelly and Allie Moeller, Kyle (Katelynn) Debus, Justin Debus and Jennifer, and Jessica Debus, Gina (Perry) Mostek, Kim (Kirk) Dudley, Jason (Natalie) Christoffersen along with aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends.She was preceded in death by her parents Gene and Phyllis, and her sister Nancy Debus.Memorial services will be held Friday,&nbsp; October 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp; at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Alliance.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate and interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A gathering will be held at the Eagles Club in Alliance after the service.Memorials are suggested to St. Agnes Academy Foundation or to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp; Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Sue Moeller, 1648 Colorado, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jennifer Pat Beiber Kyle (1975 - 2021)

Anna Marie Fester went to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 7, 2021.

She came into this world on April 8, 1979 in Alliance, NE to Jack and Ellen (Adamson) Fester.&nbsp; Her childhood was spent in Hemingford with parents and five siblings.&nbsp; Her love of God showed through her many aspects of her life.

Anna was involved in many activities throughout school including jazz band, band, choir and swing choir.&nbsp; Upon graduating from Hemingford High School in 1997 she attended Western Nebraska Community College and obtained her nursing degree.

She spent her adult life in Alliance, NE and worked throughout the panhandle as a nurse until health reasons made it impossible to continue working.

Family meant the world to her including her three nephews, Eron, Terrell and Adam, her two nieces, Jordan and RamonaLee, her two great-nephews, Santiago and CJ and her two dogs, Sugar and Sadie

Anna is also survived by her parents, Jack and Ellen, her siblings, LaTosha, Jason (Erica), Celena (Spencer) Varga, Shauna and NaKaya as well as numerous extended family.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Glen and Lillian Fester, her maternal grandparents, Everett and Rosalie (Krejci) Adamson, as well as two aunts and one uncle on her mother’s side.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed by those who knew her and loved her.

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 11 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; A wake service will be Friday, Sept. 10 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 1-5 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home in Hemingford and continue at the wake service.

In lieu of flowers, a donation could be made in Anna’s name at the Hemingford Community Federal Credit Union for the future benefit of the Hemingford Public Schools.

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 </figure>Anna Marie Fester went to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 7, 2021.She came into this world on April 8, 1979 in Alliance, NE to Jack and Ellen (Adamson) Fester.&nbsp; Her childhood was spent in Hemingford with parents and five siblings.&nbsp; Her love of God showed through her many aspects of her life.Anna was involved in many activities throughout school including jazz band, band, choir and swing choir.&nbsp; Upon graduating from Hemingford High School in 1997 she attended Western Nebraska Community College and obtained her nursing degree.She spent her adult life in Alliance, NE and worked throughout the panhandle as a nurse until health reasons made it impossible to continue working.Family meant the world to her including her three nephews, Eron, Terrell and Adam, her two nieces, Jordan and RamonaLee, her two great-nephews, Santiago and CJ and her two dogs, Sugar and SadieAnna is also survived by her parents, Jack and Ellen, her siblings, LaTosha, Jason (Erica), Celena (Spencer) Varga, Shauna and NaKaya as well as numerous extended family.She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Glen and Lillian Fester, her maternal grandparents, Everett and Rosalie (Krejci) Adamson, as well as two aunts and one uncle on her mother’s side.&nbsp; She will be greatly missed by those who knew her and loved her.Funeral services will be Saturday, September 11 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Matt Koperski officiating.&nbsp; She will be laid to rest in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; A wake service will be Friday, Sept. 10 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday from 1-5 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home in Hemingford and continue at the wake service.In lieu of flowers, a donation could be made in Anna’s name at the Hemingford Community Federal Credit Union for the future benefit of the Hemingford Public Schools.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Anna Marie Fester (1979 - 2021)

Cherylinn R. “Cheri” Colson, 60, died Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Box Butte General Hospital.

She was born March 27, 1961 on the Ellsworth Air Force Base near Box Elder, South Dakota to Robert L. and Joanne R. (Moore) Long.

Cherylinn was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She married her best friend of 41 years, Bruce A. Colson on April 19, 1980 in Alliance.&nbsp; They have three children and eight grandchildren.

She loved country music, swimming and playing cards.&nbsp; She and Bruce also loved looking at the stars and enjoyed camping and fishing with their children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Bruce Colson of Alliance; her children, Bryan Colson of Mitchell (Cheryl Sinks of Bayard), Jody (Manwell) Cabarrus of Bayard and Andrea (Matthew) Lainson of Gering; her grandchildren, Katherine Colson, Kristina Colson, Cassidee Colson, Carlena Colson, William Cabarrus, Jeremiah Cabarrus, Conner Lainson and Liam Lainson.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Mike (Shelly) Long of Hemingford, Mark (Cheryl) Long of Alliance, Bob (Julie) Long of Alliance, Mac (Lisa) Long of Alliance and P.J. Long of Alliance; her sister, Mary (Paul) Browning of Grand Junction, CO; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Marvin Long, and her niece, Jennifer Long.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 10, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Pastor Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association,&nbsp;300 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60606-6637.

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 </figure>Cherylinn R. “Cheri” Colson, 60, died Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Box Butte General Hospital.She was born March 27, 1961 on the Ellsworth Air Force Base near Box Elder, South Dakota to Robert L. and Joanne R. (Moore) Long.Cherylinn was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp; She married her best friend of 41 years, Bruce A. Colson on April 19, 1980 in Alliance.&nbsp; They have three children and eight grandchildren.She loved country music, swimming and playing cards.&nbsp; She and Bruce also loved looking at the stars and enjoyed camping and fishing with their children and grandchildren.She is survived by her husband, Bruce Colson of Alliance; her children, Bryan Colson of Mitchell (Cheryl Sinks of Bayard), Jody (Manwell) Cabarrus of Bayard and Andrea (Matthew) Lainson of Gering; her grandchildren, Katherine Colson, Kristina Colson, Cassidee Colson, Carlena Colson, William Cabarrus, Jeremiah Cabarrus, Conner Lainson and Liam Lainson.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Mike (Shelly) Long of Hemingford, Mark (Cheryl) Long of Alliance, Bob (Julie) Long of Alliance, Mac (Lisa) Long of Alliance and P.J. Long of Alliance; her sister, Mary (Paul) Browning of Grand Junction, CO; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Marvin Long, and her niece, Jennifer Long.Funeral services will be held Friday, September 10, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Pastor Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association,&nbsp;300 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60606-6637.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Cherylinn R. “Cheri” Colson (1961 - 2021)

Ronald "Coach" Conley, 79, a fifty-three year resident of Burney, CA passed away on September 2, 2021 at his home.

Ron was born July 30th, 1942 in Alliance, Nebraska to Ethel and Clair Conley.&nbsp; His family moved to Redding, CA n the mid 50's where he attended and graduated from Enterprise High School in 1960.&nbsp; Ron played football and baseball in high school and went on to play baseball for Chico State his junior and senior year of college.&nbsp; Coach earned a degree in Physical Education in 1964 and received his teaching credential a year later.

Coach originally met his wife, Marie, at Enterprise High School where his request to accompany her to the Junior Prom was turned down.&nbsp; It wouldn't be until years later that they would reunite and fall in love in Chico, CA.&nbsp; Ron and Marie got married December 29, 1963 in San Bruno, CA.&nbsp; Ron went on to teach at Shandon High School for three years and during that time Ron and Marie had their son, Kevin, in 1966.&nbsp; In 1968, they moved to Burney, CA where Coach taught at Fall River High School for one year while Burney High School was being built.&nbsp; Ron and Marie welcomed their daughter, Kristi in 1969.&nbsp; Ron started coaching and teaching the same year that Burney High School opened.&nbsp; Ron coached three sports a year for the first 19 years of his career. Coach retired in 2007 after 39 years of teaching and coaching in the inter-mountain area.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Coach prided himself on always trying to be a positive role model to students and athletes.&nbsp; He instilled people to always do t he best they could do and take pride in what they did.&nbsp; Coach never met a stranger and always had time to talk to people.&nbsp; 

He was a steadfast LA Dodgers and Nebraska Cornhusker fan, and enjoyed classic cars.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He will be missed by many across numerous generations.&nbsp; Ron is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marie. His children, Kevin (Angie) Conley and Kristi (Jeff) Waller.&nbsp; His grandchildren: Kayla (Erik) Brown, Brodrick Nickens, Kelsey (James) Jarrell, Olivia (Matt) Harris, Megan (Josh) Pollard and Gabby (Trevor) Leisy. His great-grandchildren: Jackson, Andrew, Bennett, Broox, Tomi, Averie and C.

A celebration of life will take place Saturday, September 11 at 11:00am at the Burney High School Gymnasium.&nbsp; Cards of condolence can be mailed to the family at PO Box 592, Burney, CA 96013.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund in Coach's name has been set up at US Bank.

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 </figure>Ronald "Coach" Conley, 79, a fifty-three year resident of Burney, CA passed away on September 2, 2021 at his home.Ron was born July 30th, 1942 in Alliance, Nebraska to Ethel and Clair Conley.&nbsp; His family moved to Redding, CA n the mid 50's where he attended and graduated from Enterprise High School in 1960.&nbsp; Ron played football and baseball in high school and went on to play baseball for Chico State his junior and senior year of college.&nbsp; Coach earned a degree in Physical Education in 1964 and received his teaching credential a year later.Coach originally met his wife, Marie, at Enterprise High School where his request to accompany her to the Junior Prom was turned down.&nbsp; It wouldn't be until years later that they would reunite and fall in love in Chico, CA.&nbsp; Ron and Marie got married December 29, 1963 in San Bruno, CA.&nbsp; Ron went on to teach at Shandon High School for three years and during that time Ron and Marie had their son, Kevin, in 1966.&nbsp; In 1968, they moved to Burney, CA where Coach taught at Fall River High School for one year while Burney High School was being built.&nbsp; Ron and Marie welcomed their daughter, Kristi in 1969.&nbsp; Ron started coaching and teaching the same year that Burney High School opened.&nbsp; Ron coached three sports a year for the first 19 years of his career. Coach retired in 2007 after 39 years of teaching and coaching in the inter-mountain area.&nbsp;&nbsp;Coach prided himself on always trying to be a positive role model to students and athletes.&nbsp; He instilled people to always do t he best they could do and take pride in what they did.&nbsp; Coach never met a stranger and always had time to talk to people.&nbsp; He was a steadfast LA Dodgers and Nebraska Cornhusker fan, and enjoyed classic cars.&nbsp;&nbsp;He will be missed by many across numerous generations.&nbsp; Ron is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marie. His children, Kevin (Angie) Conley and Kristi (Jeff) Waller.&nbsp; His grandchildren: Kayla (Erik) Brown, Brodrick Nickens, Kelsey (James) Jarrell, Olivia (Matt) Harris, Megan (Josh) Pollard and Gabby (Trevor) Leisy. His great-grandchildren: Jackson, Andrew, Bennett, Broox, Tomi, Averie and C.A celebration of life will take place Saturday, September 11 at 11:00am at the Burney High School Gymnasium.&nbsp; Cards of condolence can be mailed to the family at PO Box 592, Burney, CA 96013.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund in Coach's name has been set up at US Bank.

Ronald "Coach" Conley (1942 - 2021)

Calvin “Pat” Strasburger was born on September 17, 1923, to William and Elsie (Pisel) Strasburger in Deer Trail, Colorado. He grew up on the family ranch near Ellsworth, Nebraska and graduated from Alliance High School in 1941. He served in the Army from 1944 - Jan 11, 1946 and was stationed in Hawaii following World War II. He returned to ranch life as soon as he was discharged.&nbsp; On December 18th,1954 he married his soul-mate Vesta DeWolfe.

Pat loved the Sandhills.&nbsp; Partnering with his two brothers Elbert and Dean, they built three beautiful ranches, that the families still operate to this day, over a century after their father William’s homestead of 1908.&nbsp; Pat made sure that the cattle and horses came first, and that they had feed and water early in the day.&nbsp; He especially loved tight fences and putting up quality hay for the winter months.&nbsp; Pat would always announce each fall “This is the best set of steers and heifers we’ve ever raised.”&nbsp; He continued to help with cattle work well into his 90’s.&nbsp; There was always time for personal and community activities, including hunting, fishing, golf, and being an avid bowler.&nbsp; &nbsp;Everyone within ear shot knew when Pat hooked a big one by his hardy laugh. &nbsp;He served on many committees including the Gordon Rural Fire department for over 49 years, the CO-Op Board, and for the past few years, was the eldest member of Pleasant Point Community Church.

Pat and Vesta enjoyed many ranch visits from their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.&nbsp; Pat is survived by his wife, Vesta Strasburger, of almost 68 years. &nbsp;Their children; Janette Strasburger Hayes (Jeff) of Neenah, WI; Mike (Bonnie) Strasburger of Ellsworth, NE; Jodie (Bruce) Fisk of Rapid City, SD; Jill (Fayette) Harwick of Alliance, NE; and Patrick (Gail) Strasburger of Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;

Their grandchildren; Todd (Serena) Strasburger of Edmond, OK; Tyler (Melinda) Strasburger of Billings, MT; Timothy Hayes of Neenah, WI; Katelyn (Ben) Lewis of Rapid City, SD; Jada Fisk of Austin, TX; Mackenzie (John) Stabnow of Alliance, NE; Saige (Jason) Rasmussen of Lincoln, NE; Sebastian (Allison) Boerke; Brittany Boerke, Kirsten (Casey) Anderson; and Tianna Boerke of Rapid City, SD. And their Great-Grandchildren; Harper &amp; Tatum Strasburger; Kennedi Strasburger; Graham, Grace, and Claire Lewis; Coy Stabnow; Gentry Walker; Oliver &amp; Noah Rasmussen; Vallie Mae Anderson; and Mason Boerke.

Preceding Calvin in death were his parents; sisters; Pearl Kroeze &amp; Ethel Andrick; brothers, Wesley, Elbert, and Dean Strasburger; and great grandson Maddox Rasmussen.

Funeral services will be held Saturday September 11, 2021, 2:00 pm at Pleasant Point Community Church, Ellsworth, NE, with burial to follow in the Pleasant Point Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday September 10, 2021, from 5 to 7 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE.

In memory of Calvin, donations can be made to either Pleasant Point Community Church, Ellsworth, NE, or to the Gordon Rural Fire Department, in care of Chamberlin-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Calvin “Pat” Strasburger was born on September 17, 1923, to William and Elsie (Pisel) Strasburger in Deer Trail, Colorado. He grew up on the family ranch near Ellsworth, Nebraska and graduated from Alliance High School in 1941. He served in the Army from 1944 - Jan 11, 1946 and was stationed in Hawaii following World War II. He returned to ranch life as soon as he was discharged.&nbsp; On December 18th,1954 he married his soul-mate Vesta DeWolfe.Pat loved the Sandhills.&nbsp; Partnering with his two brothers Elbert and Dean, they built three beautiful ranches, that the families still operate to this day, over a century after their father William’s homestead of 1908.&nbsp; Pat made sure that the cattle and horses came first, and that they had feed and water early in the day.&nbsp; He especially loved tight fences and putting up quality hay for the winter months.&nbsp; Pat would always announce each fall “This is the best set of steers and heifers we’ve ever raised.”&nbsp; He continued to help with cattle work well into his 90’s.&nbsp; There was always time for personal and community activities, including hunting, fishing, golf, and being an avid bowler.&nbsp; &nbsp;Everyone within ear shot knew when Pat hooked a big one by his hardy laugh. &nbsp;He served on many committees including the Gordon Rural Fire department for over 49 years, the CO-Op Board, and for the past few years, was the eldest member of Pleasant Point Community Church.Pat and Vesta enjoyed many ranch visits from their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.&nbsp; Pat is survived by his wife, Vesta Strasburger, of almost 68 years. &nbsp;Their children; Janette Strasburger Hayes (Jeff) of Neenah, WI; Mike (Bonnie) Strasburger of Ellsworth, NE; Jodie (Bruce) Fisk of Rapid City, SD; Jill (Fayette) Harwick of Alliance, NE; and Patrick (Gail) Strasburger of Rapid City, SD. &nbsp;Their grandchildren; Todd (Serena) Strasburger of Edmond, OK; Tyler (Melinda) Strasburger of Billings, MT; Timothy Hayes of Neenah, WI; Katelyn (Ben) Lewis of Rapid City, SD; Jada Fisk of Austin, TX; Mackenzie (John) Stabnow of Alliance, NE; Saige (Jason) Rasmussen of Lincoln, NE; Sebastian (Allison) Boerke; Brittany Boerke, Kirsten (Casey) Anderson; and Tianna Boerke of Rapid City, SD. And their Great-Grandchildren; Harper &amp; Tatum Strasburger; Kennedi Strasburger; Graham, Grace, and Claire Lewis; Coy Stabnow; Gentry Walker; Oliver &amp; Noah Rasmussen; Vallie Mae Anderson; and Mason Boerke.Preceding Calvin in death were his parents; sisters; Pearl Kroeze &amp; Ethel Andrick; brothers, Wesley, Elbert, and Dean Strasburger; and great grandson Maddox Rasmussen.Funeral services will be held Saturday September 11, 2021, 2:00 pm at Pleasant Point Community Church, Ellsworth, NE, with burial to follow in the Pleasant Point Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday September 10, 2021, from 5 to 7 pm at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, Gordon, NE.In memory of Calvin, donations can be made to either Pleasant Point Community Church, Ellsworth, NE, or to the Gordon Rural Fire Department, in care of Chamberlin-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.&nbsp;Ranching isn’t just a way of living, it’s a way of life.&nbsp; From Words to Live By ©1990 Farming Mag, Inc.&nbsp;

Calvin “Pat” Strasburger (1923 - 2021)

“Howdy Pardner” Peter R Becker, 93, went to meet his Lord the evening of August 30, 2021 at his daughters house in Alliance, NE.

Pete was born April 1, 1928, in Hyannis, NE to Felix and Minnie (Jons) Becker.&nbsp; He married Lassie Miller on February 29, 1960 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; They had 41 wonderful years together until Lassies death in 2001.&nbsp; In 2009 he married Mary Catherine Koester, and spent 11 happy years together.

Pete lived and worked his entire life on “Pete Becker Inc.”, the ranch his grandfather started over 100 years ago. Thru the years Pete increased the size of the ranch, continued raising sought after black Angus Cattle &amp; many good quality Quarter horses.&nbsp; Pete loved his cows &amp; horses and the Sandhill’s land they grazed.&nbsp; He was definitely a “Cowboys, Cowboy”

Thru his ranching career Pete was honored with several awards.&nbsp; In 2001 he was chosen as an AQHA Legacy award winner.&nbsp; In 1993 his ranch was selected to be part of the World Angus Forum.&nbsp; He was a charter member of the Rodeo Club at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.&nbsp; For several years his horses have been chosen to be part of Colorado State University’s colt breaking program “The Legends of Ranching”,&nbsp; and he was inducted into the “Sandhill’s Cowboy Hall of Fame” along with his late father, in 2014.&nbsp; Pete was active in the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association when his daughters participated, and he has been featured in articles in the “Western Horseman” magazine, the Nebraska Cattleman, and The “Quarter Horse Journal.&nbsp; He was a lifelong member of All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis, NE.

Pete’s greatest joys in life were his family &amp; friends.&nbsp; He didn’t know a stranger and welcomed everyone into his home, especially if they could talk horses!&nbsp; The legacy Pete has left behind include his wife, Mary Catherine, his sister Jean Hargreaves, his daughters:&nbsp; Tinka (Scott) Moller, Tracey Morgan, Trudy (Kasey) Kistler, and Becky (Phil) Ruschmeyer.&nbsp; He is also survived by his harem of granddaughters:&nbsp; Heather (Chris) Seebohm, Tinka Taylor (Brett) Omar, Jordan (Brandon) Jerke, Lauren Moller, Brittany (Drew) Petersen, Brandy (Andrew) Soucie, Jaycee (Tanner) Kezar, Madison (Carlos) Guardado, Meghan Beans &amp; Molly Beans.&nbsp; Great Grands: Mikayla &amp; Macey Seebohm, Oliver Omar,&nbsp; Braelynn, Kacen, &amp; Colter Bach, Audra &amp; Ally Soucie, Addy &amp; Gavin Kezar, and Charlie Rae Guardado.&nbsp; He is also survived by his step children: Dan (Michelle) Pianalto, Nick (Olivia) Pianalto, and Marla Pianalto Brauer (Toby Geiger), and his step grandchildren:&nbsp; Kaden and Hannah Leiker, Madison, Braden &amp; Broderick Pianalto, Chase, Lane, Sarah &amp; Carissa Crabtree.&nbsp; He has also left behind many more family &amp; friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Minnie, his wife, Lassie, his in-laws, Ernie and Marceline Miller, his brother in law, Charles Hargreaves, and his God son Thomas (Stub) Boots.

Funeral services will be held Monday, September 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, Hyannis NE with Fr. Matthew Nash and Fr. Bryan Ernest officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hyannis Cemetery. A rosary, wake service will be held Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m. with Fr. Matt Koperski presiding at Bates Gould Funeral Home in Alliance, NE.

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 </figure>“Howdy Pardner” Peter R Becker, 93, went to meet his Lord the evening of August 30, 2021 at his daughters house in Alliance, NE.Pete was born April 1, 1928, in Hyannis, NE to Felix and Minnie (Jons) Becker.&nbsp; He married Lassie Miller on February 29, 1960 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mullen, NE.&nbsp; They had 41 wonderful years together until Lassies death in 2001.&nbsp; In 2009 he married Mary Catherine Koester, and spent 11 happy years together.Pete lived and worked his entire life on “Pete Becker Inc.”, the ranch his grandfather started over 100 years ago. Thru the years Pete increased the size of the ranch, continued raising sought after black Angus Cattle &amp; many good quality Quarter horses.&nbsp; Pete loved his cows &amp; horses and the Sandhill’s land they grazed.&nbsp; He was definitely a “Cowboys, Cowboy”Thru his ranching career Pete was honored with several awards.&nbsp; In 2001 he was chosen as an AQHA Legacy award winner.&nbsp; In 1993 his ranch was selected to be part of the World Angus Forum.&nbsp; He was a charter member of the Rodeo Club at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.&nbsp; For several years his horses have been chosen to be part of Colorado State University’s colt breaking program “The Legends of Ranching”,&nbsp; and he was inducted into the “Sandhill’s Cowboy Hall of Fame” along with his late father, in 2014.&nbsp; Pete was active in the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association when his daughters participated, and he has been featured in articles in the “Western Horseman” magazine, the Nebraska Cattleman, and The “Quarter Horse Journal.&nbsp; He was a lifelong member of All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis, NE.Pete’s greatest joys in life were his family &amp; friends.&nbsp; He didn’t know a stranger and welcomed everyone into his home, especially if they could talk horses!&nbsp; The legacy Pete has left behind include his wife, Mary Catherine, his sister Jean Hargreaves, his daughters:&nbsp; Tinka (Scott) Moller, Tracey Morgan, Trudy (Kasey) Kistler, and Becky (Phil) Ruschmeyer.&nbsp; He is also survived by his harem of granddaughters:&nbsp; Heather (Chris) Seebohm, Tinka Taylor (Brett) Omar, Jordan (Brandon) Jerke, Lauren Moller, Brittany (Drew) Petersen, Brandy (Andrew) Soucie, Jaycee (Tanner) Kezar, Madison (Carlos) Guardado, Meghan Beans &amp; Molly Beans.&nbsp; Great Grands: Mikayla &amp; Macey Seebohm, Oliver Omar,&nbsp; Braelynn, Kacen, &amp; Colter Bach, Audra &amp; Ally Soucie, Addy &amp; Gavin Kezar, and Charlie Rae Guardado.&nbsp; He is also survived by his step children: Dan (Michelle) Pianalto, Nick (Olivia) Pianalto, and Marla Pianalto Brauer (Toby Geiger), and his step grandchildren:&nbsp; Kaden and Hannah Leiker, Madison, Braden &amp; Broderick Pianalto, Chase, Lane, Sarah &amp; Carissa Crabtree.&nbsp; He has also left behind many more family &amp; friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Minnie, his wife, Lassie, his in-laws, Ernie and Marceline Miller, his brother in law, Charles Hargreaves, and his God son Thomas (Stub) Boots.Funeral services will be held Monday, September 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, Hyannis NE with Fr. Matthew Nash and Fr. Bryan Ernest officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hyannis Cemetery. A rosary, wake service will be held Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m. with Fr. Matt Koperski presiding at Bates Gould Funeral Home in Alliance, NE.Memorials are suggested to the St. Agnes Foundation, The Hyannis Ambulance Fund, or Regional West Hospice.&nbsp; They can be sent directly to them or % Tinka Moller, 416 18th Terrace, Alliance, NE 69301Happy Trails Pardner….. until we meet again.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

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