Konner Laree Kipper, 25, of Berthoud CO, passed away in her home due an accidental drowning caused by a seizure.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Konner was born in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; She spent most of her younger years in Alliance Nebraska until moving to Colorado in June of 2008.&nbsp; She graduated in 2013 from Longmont High School. During her time in Alliance and in Longmont, she made several lifelong friends which&nbsp;meant the&nbsp;world to her. During her youth, Konner was involved in ALL of the sporting activities.&nbsp; She was in volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, swimming, diving, and track.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a go getter and always up for the next adventure.&nbsp; She loved to sing and dance and spread joy to all those around her.&nbsp; She found peace and comfort in music.&nbsp; After high school, Konner went to Dental Assistant School and has worked for several companies to master her skill.&nbsp; She absolutely loved what she did and was really good at it.&nbsp; She was working hard to save and get her EDDA (Extended Duties Dental Assistant) certificate.&nbsp; She wanted to give her best to the companies she worked for and the customers she helped. Konner is survived by her parents, Kenneth Vaun Kipper and Michelle (aka Missi) (Hood) Kipper, her brother, Vaun Matthew Kipper and his bride Rose Ann (Dayao) Kipper, and her sister, Kadence Laree Kipper.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandparents, Michael and Marilyn Hood of Beulah ND, Dan and Lois Robertson of Alliance NE, Janeen Kipper of Emmett ID and several uncles, aunts, cousins, and great grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is also survived by her extended family members Norm and Debbie Almond, Trevor and Melissa Almond, Pierce Almond, and Logan Almond.&nbsp; All whom she loved dearly.&nbsp; &nbsp;I do want to make sure to mention Maple, her dog, which was the light of her life.&nbsp; She was an amazing parent to her and loved her with her whole heart.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her Grandpa, David Kipper, her great-grandma, Ella Hood, her great-grandpa, Lloyd Knaub, and her uncle Shane Hood.&nbsp; We know they were all waiting for her and welcomed her with open arms. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 28th from 4pm-7pm at the Viegut Funeral Home located at 1616 N. Lincoln Ave, Loveland CO.&nbsp; There will be an additional viewing from 12-1 prior to the funeral services.&nbsp; The funeral services will be held at 1pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Stake Center on Friday, January 29th located at 3800 Mountain Lion Dr, Loveland CO.&nbsp; Please note:&nbsp; Due to COVID restrictions, social distancing and masks will be required.

The family invites anyone and everyone that wants to share their love for Konner to attend.&nbsp; She has a beautiful soul that will be with us forever.

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 </figure>Konner Laree Kipper, 25, of Berthoud CO, passed away in her home due an accidental drowning caused by a seizure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Konner was born in Kearney, Nebraska.&nbsp; She spent most of her younger years in Alliance Nebraska until moving to Colorado in June of 2008.&nbsp; She graduated in 2013 from Longmont High School. During her time in Alliance and in Longmont, she made several lifelong friends which&nbsp;meant the&nbsp;world to her. During her youth, Konner was involved in ALL of the sporting activities.&nbsp; She was in volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, swimming, diving, and track.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a go getter and always up for the next adventure.&nbsp; She loved to sing and dance and spread joy to all those around her.&nbsp; She found peace and comfort in music.&nbsp; After high school, Konner went to Dental Assistant School and has worked for several companies to master her skill.&nbsp; She absolutely loved what she did and was really good at it.&nbsp; She was working hard to save and get her EDDA (Extended Duties Dental Assistant) certificate.&nbsp; She wanted to give her best to the companies she worked for and the customers she helped. Konner is survived by her parents, Kenneth Vaun Kipper and Michelle (aka Missi) (Hood) Kipper, her brother, Vaun Matthew Kipper and his bride Rose Ann (Dayao) Kipper, and her sister, Kadence Laree Kipper.&nbsp; She is also survived by her grandparents, Michael and Marilyn Hood of Beulah ND, Dan and Lois Robertson of Alliance NE, Janeen Kipper of Emmett ID and several uncles, aunts, cousins, and great grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is also survived by her extended family members Norm and Debbie Almond, Trevor and Melissa Almond, Pierce Almond, and Logan Almond.&nbsp; All whom she loved dearly.&nbsp; &nbsp;I do want to make sure to mention Maple, her dog, which was the light of her life.&nbsp; She was an amazing parent to her and loved her with her whole heart.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her Grandpa, David Kipper, her great-grandma, Ella Hood, her great-grandpa, Lloyd Knaub, and her uncle Shane Hood.&nbsp; We know they were all waiting for her and welcomed her with open arms. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 28th from 4pm-7pm at the Viegut Funeral Home located at 1616 N. Lincoln Ave, Loveland CO.&nbsp; There will be an additional viewing from 12-1 prior to the funeral services.&nbsp; The funeral services will be held at 1pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Stake Center on Friday, January 29th located at 3800 Mountain Lion Dr, Loveland CO.&nbsp; Please note:&nbsp; Due to COVID restrictions, social distancing and masks will be required.The family invites anyone and everyone that wants to share their love for Konner to attend.&nbsp; She has a beautiful soul that will be with us forever.

Konner Laree Kipper (1995 - 2021)

Deaven Derrick Gibson, 16, went to be with the Angels on January 11, 2021 in Scottsbluff surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 25, 2004 in Scottsbluff to Valoree Gibson.  Valoree named him Deaven, like Heaven, because he was a gift from God.  That is why the special spelling.  Deaven was a very special person from the beginning.  We knew he was destined for great things.  Deaven set a "Live On Nebraska" record for his organ donation, making him a hero, which we knew from the beginning, for saving so many lives, our true little hero.

Deaven was a kind and caring young man.  He was always there for the underdog.  Protecting his little sister and brother from being bullied.  It didn’t matter if he knew them or not, he was there.  He was his mom’s, grandma’s and girlfriend’s protector. 

He just shot his first Trophy Buck with his Grandpa Gibson and Uncle Chris.  His Uncle Branden helped too.  He was so looking forward to his first ice fishing season.  We all know how competitive his Uncle Justin and Branden are, so they were going to show him how.  Uncle Mike and Deaven were alike, they were just out for the fun. 

Deaven attended pre-school at Honey Bear Pre-School, grade school in Alliance and was a sophomore at Alliance High School.

He is survived by his parents Valoree and Christopher Schmidt, his sister Alicia Brave, his brother James (JC) Schmidt, grandparents Lois and Kevin Grieser, Ken and Tara Gibson and Lela Schmidt, his great-grandparents Beth Grieser and Louis Jessop, Sr, his uncles Justin (Candice), Mike (Keri), Branden (Winter), Chris (Kyren) and Dion Gibson, his aunts Sierra (Sam), Madison Gibson and numerous cousins. Uncle Anthony,  Aunt Twylite, Jerri and Felicia Schmidt, and his special friends Florence Nickens and Ted Dunbar.  

He was preceded in death by great-grandparents Ermine Jessop, Kathy Gibson, Buckly Grieser and James Schmidt, his great-uncle Don Gibson, cousin Derrick Gibson, uncle Shane Dawn and Timothy Schmidt cousin Dominic Dawn.

Wake services are Friday, January 15 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church. Funeral services are Saturday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m. at First Christian Church with Reverend Kent Steinke and Reverend Don Mink officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The Deaven Gibson Memorial has been established and donations may be sent to Consumers Cooperative Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 836, Alliance, NE 69301.

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 </figure>Deaven Derrick Gibson, 16, went to be with the Angels on January 11, 2021 in Scottsbluff surrounded by his family.He was born on October 25, 2004 in Scottsbluff to Valoree Gibson. Valoree named him Deaven, like Heaven, because he was a gift from God. That is why the special spelling. Deaven was a very special person from the beginning. We knew he was destined for great things. Deaven set a "Live On Nebraska" record for his organ donation, making him a hero, which we knew from the beginning, for saving so many lives, our true little hero.Deaven was a kind and caring young man. He was always there for the underdog. Protecting his little sister and brother from being bullied. It didn’t matter if he knew them or not, he was there. He was his mom’s, grandma’s and girlfriend’s protector. He just shot his first Trophy Buck with his Grandpa Gibson and Uncle Chris. His Uncle Branden helped too. He was so looking forward to his first ice fishing season. We all know how competitive his Uncle Justin and Branden are, so they were going to show him how. Uncle Mike and Deaven were alike, they were just out for the fun. Deaven attended pre-school at Honey Bear Pre-School, grade school in Alliance and was a sophomore at Alliance High School.He is survived by his parents Valoree and Christopher Schmidt, his sister Alicia Brave, his brother James (JC) Schmidt, grandparents Lois and Kevin Grieser, Ken and Tara Gibson and Lela Schmidt, his great-grandparents Beth Grieser and Louis Jessop, Sr, his uncles Justin (Candice), Mike (Keri), Branden (Winter), Chris (Kyren) and Dion Gibson, his aunts Sierra (Sam), Madison Gibson and numerous cousins. Uncle Anthony, Aunt Twylite, Jerri and Felicia Schmidt, and his special friends Florence Nickens and Ted Dunbar. He was preceded in death by great-grandparents Ermine Jessop, Kathy Gibson, Buckly Grieser and James Schmidt, his great-uncle Don Gibson, cousin Derrick Gibson, uncle Shane Dawn and Timothy Schmidt cousin Dominic Dawn.Wake services are Friday, January 15 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church. Funeral services are Saturday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m. at First Christian Church with Reverend Kent Steinke and Reverend Don Mink officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.The Deaven Gibson Memorial has been established and donations may be sent to Consumers Cooperative Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 836, Alliance, NE 69301.

Deaven Derrick Gibson (2004 - 2021)

James "Jim" Lewis, Sr., passed away on December 20, 2020.

He was born on June 3, 1946 in Des Moines, Iowa to the late Donald and Virginia Lewis. He served in the US Army 1967-1969. He worked for Intel Security in Phoenix, AZ. He fought cancer and won. He then chose to retire to Alliance, NE to be with his son, daughter in law, and grandkids. He enjoyed having coffee with company, eating doughnuts and Reese's cups, watching football, rooting for the Steelers, going on walks with his grandkids, and washing his car. He collected Steeler memorable, watches, and hats.

Jim is survived by his son, James Lewis Jr (Elizabeth Cabello-Lewis), his grandchildren, Emmanuel (Cabello),&nbsp; Surenity, James Lewis III,&nbsp; Xavier , Destiny, and Gabriel (Hernandez).&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother, Steve (Rose) Lewis, his sister, Norma Jean Lewis and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death with his brother Larry Lewis.

Burial with military honors will be at 11am on February 5, 2021 at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery, 2610 CR 57 Alliance, NE, 69301.

James "Jim" Lewis, Sr., passed away on December 20, 2020.He was born on June 3, 1946 in Des Moines, Iowa to the late Donald and Virginia Lewis. He served in the US Army 1967-1969. He worked for Intel Security in Phoenix, AZ. He fought cancer and won. He then chose to retire to Alliance, NE to be with his son, daughter in law, and grandkids. He enjoyed having coffee with company, eating doughnuts and Reese's cups, watching football, rooting for the Steelers, going on walks with his grandkids, and washing his car. He collected Steeler memorable, watches, and hats.Jim is survived by his son, James Lewis Jr (Elizabeth Cabello-Lewis), his grandchildren, Emmanuel (Cabello),&nbsp; Surenity, James Lewis III,&nbsp; Xavier , Destiny, and Gabriel (Hernandez).&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother, Steve (Rose) Lewis, his sister, Norma Jean Lewis and many nieces and nephews.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death with his brother Larry Lewis.Burial with military honors will be at 11am on February 5, 2021 at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery, 2610 CR 57 Alliance, NE, 69301.

James "Jim" Lewis, Sr. (1946 - 2021)

Funeral services for Doug Elwess of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial and military honors will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. Livestreaming of the funeral service will be available on the Chamberlain Chapel Facebook page. A visitation will be held on Monday, January 25, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska.

Leonard Douglas Elwess “Doug”, 88, passed away on January 20, 2021 at his home in Chadron, Nebraska. He was born on February 23, 1932 in Sheridan County, Nebraska, to Adam Leonard and Hulda Louise (Reeves) Elwess.

He joined the United States Army and served in Korea. On February 18, 1955, Doug married Thelma Mae Pettigrew and to this union they had four children. After the military, Doug worked as a meat cutter, worked for several farmers and ranchers, then worked for the State of Nebraska Department of Roads, then had a dairy for several years and owned Chadron oil Company. Doug retired as a farmer/rancher.

Doug was a member of the American Legion and VFW.

Doug loved his family and church. He was a hard worker and always willing to help out anyone. He would always call or visit if he heard someone was hurt or sick. No one could jitterbug like Doug.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Thelma Mae (Tiny); Daughter Laura Sue Elwess of Malcom, NE; Son Delwin Douglas (Karla) Elwess of Chadron, Nebraska; Son Leonard Loree (Patty) Elwess of Keyes, California; Daughter Gwendolyn Kay (Bruce) Dobberstein of Chamberlain, South Dakota. Sister Connie Kay Colson; Brother Samuel Lee Elwess; Sister Dixie Diane Mooney; Brother David Earl Elwess. 12 Grandchildren, 11 Great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his parents Adam Leonard and Hulda Louise Elwess; Twin sisters Shirley and Charlotte Elwess; Sister Juanita Joyce Griswald; Brother Marvin Neil Elwess; Sister Carolyn Joy Serrat; Sister Gloria Arlene Cronan; Brother Howard Lyle Elwess; Sister Lois Anne Bezanson; and Sister Vera Louise Franck.

A memorial has been established for the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Funeral services for Doug Elwess of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial and military honors will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. Livestreaming of the funeral service will be available on the Chamberlain Chapel Facebook page. A visitation will be held on Monday, January 25, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska.Leonard Douglas Elwess “Doug”, 88, passed away on January 20, 2021 at his home in Chadron, Nebraska. He was born on February 23, 1932 in Sheridan County, Nebraska, to Adam Leonard and Hulda Louise (Reeves) Elwess.He joined the United States Army and served in Korea. On February 18, 1955, Doug married Thelma Mae Pettigrew and to this union they had four children. After the military, Doug worked as a meat cutter, worked for several farmers and ranchers, then worked for the State of Nebraska Department of Roads, then had a dairy for several years and owned Chadron oil Company. Doug retired as a farmer/rancher.Doug was a member of the American Legion and VFW.Doug loved his family and church. He was a hard worker and always willing to help out anyone. He would always call or visit if he heard someone was hurt or sick. No one could jitterbug like Doug.He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Thelma Mae (Tiny); Daughter Laura Sue Elwess of Malcom, NE; Son Delwin Douglas (Karla) Elwess of Chadron, Nebraska; Son Leonard Loree (Patty) Elwess of Keyes, California; Daughter Gwendolyn Kay (Bruce) Dobberstein of Chamberlain, South Dakota. Sister Connie Kay Colson; Brother Samuel Lee Elwess; Sister Dixie Diane Mooney; Brother David Earl Elwess. 12 Grandchildren, 11 Great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.He is predeceased by his parents Adam Leonard and Hulda Louise Elwess; Twin sisters Shirley and Charlotte Elwess; Sister Juanita Joyce Griswald; Brother Marvin Neil Elwess; Sister Carolyn Joy Serrat; Sister Gloria Arlene Cronan; Brother Howard Lyle Elwess; Sister Lois Anne Bezanson; and Sister Vera Louise Franck.A memorial has been established for the Chadron Volunteer Fire Department. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.comChamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements.

Leonard Douglas Elwess “Doug” (1932 - 2021)

Jean Weinmaster, 96, of Martin, SD passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 in Martin.

Jean Frances Liggett Weinmaster was born on April 11, 1924, to E.G. and Frances Liggett at Ft. Calhoun, NE, one of three children. Jean moved to Martin at the age of 5 years old. She attended the Ferris Institute in Big Rapids, Michigan. She returned to the area to teach school at He Dog and the Rosebud Boarding School.

Jean married Dave Weinmaster on June 5, 1943, and to that union four children were born, Roslyn, David, Nancy and Mark. They enjoyed 64 years of marriage until 2008, when Dave passed away.

Jean and Dave farmed near Martin, SD for nearly 50 years, and retired from farming 2000 and moved to Martin. From 1970 to 1990 Jean was employed at the Lacreek Electric Association in Martin. Jean has enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Her yard and flowers won Martin’s Most Beautiful Yard Award in August 2001. She also won an award on July 25, 2017, for being a 71-year member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #240 in Martin.

She was preceded in death by her husband Dave, her brother Dale Liggett, her sister Ruth Sargent, her grandson Kiel Cook, great grandson Xavier Weinmaster and great granddaughter Coraline Weinmaster.

Jean is survived by her daughter Roslyn (Buddy) Bolzer, son David (Sandi) Weinmaster, daughter Nancy (Kenny) Cook and son Mark (Bev) Weinmaster, ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren.

Services will be held Wednesday January 27, 2021, 10:00 AM at the New American Legion in Martin. Burial will follow at the Gordon Cemetery, Gordon, NE, at 2:30 PM.

A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in honor of Jean to Security First Bank, PO Box 669, Martin, SD 57551. Bennett County Funeral Services were in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Jean Weinmaster, 96, of Martin, SD passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 in Martin.Jean Frances Liggett Weinmaster was born on April 11, 1924, to E.G. and Frances Liggett at Ft. Calhoun, NE, one of three children. Jean moved to Martin at the age of 5 years old. She attended the Ferris Institute in Big Rapids, Michigan. She returned to the area to teach school at He Dog and the Rosebud Boarding School.Jean married Dave Weinmaster on June 5, 1943, and to that union four children were born, Roslyn, David, Nancy and Mark. They enjoyed 64 years of marriage until 2008, when Dave passed away.Jean and Dave farmed near Martin, SD for nearly 50 years, and retired from farming 2000 and moved to Martin. From 1970 to 1990 Jean was employed at the Lacreek Electric Association in Martin. Jean has enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Her yard and flowers won Martin’s Most Beautiful Yard Award in August 2001. She also won an award on July 25, 2017, for being a 71-year member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #240 in Martin.She was preceded in death by her husband Dave, her brother Dale Liggett, her sister Ruth Sargent, her grandson Kiel Cook, great grandson Xavier Weinmaster and great granddaughter Coraline Weinmaster.Jean is survived by her daughter Roslyn (Buddy) Bolzer, son David (Sandi) Weinmaster, daughter Nancy (Kenny) Cook and son Mark (Bev) Weinmaster, ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren.Services will be held Wednesday January 27, 2021, 10:00 AM at the New American Legion in Martin. Burial will follow at the Gordon Cemetery, Gordon, NE, at 2:30 PM.A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in honor of Jean to Security First Bank, PO Box 669, Martin, SD 57551. Bennett County Funeral Services were in charge of arrangements.

Jean Weinmaster (1924 - 2021)

Richard Neil Reinmuth, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 9th, 2021, surrounded by his children. 

He was born on April 2nd, 1945 to Clarence and Fern (Happel) Reinmuth. He was their only son and middle of three children. Rich was a kind and generous man who looked upon no one as a stranger; his mantra "Family is always first". He always enjoyed a lively conversation or debate, and always had a twinkle in his eye when imparting words of wisdom. He was a fighter and beat stage-four cancer twice in his later years. Rich was proud to serve in the military, loved to race cars, never missed a moment to sit on the floor playing with his grand and great-grandchildren, and collect toys since his youth. He owned, operated, and "wrenched" on trucks for over 50 years, and was known as the guy who could fix about anything. 

He had countless friends and hobbies he enjoyed, such as woodworking, being a historian, helping friends and family with projects, and later, riding motorcycles. He would drop anything for the ones he loved, and what he loved the most was time with his family. 

When he wasn't working, you would find him offering any help he could to his family, and would most often leave his own work undone to complete others. He was stubborn, courageous, sarcastic, completely independent, loved his family more than himself, and felt a deep pride in his family. He will forever be loved and missed. 

Rich is survived by his daughter, Lori (Mel) Widener and children, Ashley (Carson) Sisk, Shelby (Josh) Widener, Melany (Zach) Boltjes, Joseph (Amelia) Widener and Faith Widener; Great grandchildren, Tristan, Gemma, Taryn, Iris and Graham; Daughter, Wendy (Tony) Fritzler and children, Rhegan Fritzler and Creighton Fritzler; Son, Justin Reinmuth and children, Aspen Reinmuth, Ashlyn Reinmuth and Deklin Reinmuth; Son, Levi (Michelle) Reinmuth and children, Kaiden Reinmuth, Natalia Reinmuth and Raiya Reinmuth. His sisters, Sally (Larry) Hansen and Arlene (Wayne) Miller and numerous nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Grace Widener and brother, Jack Reinmuth. 

There will be a service to celebrate his life on at the Robidoux RV Park Shelter, 585 Red Rocks Rd., Gering, NE, Friday, January 22nd. Family service will be held from 11:00-12:00, and friends are welcome from 12:00-2:00 for a light lunch and sharing of memories.

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 </figure>Richard Neil Reinmuth, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 9th, 2021, surrounded by his children. He was born on April 2nd, 1945 to Clarence and Fern (Happel) Reinmuth. He was their only son and middle of three children. Rich was a kind and generous man who looked upon no one as a stranger; his mantra "Family is always first". He always enjoyed a lively conversation or debate, and always had a twinkle in his eye when imparting words of wisdom. He was a fighter and beat stage-four cancer twice in his later years. Rich was proud to serve in the military, loved to race cars, never missed a moment to sit on the floor playing with his grand and great-grandchildren, and collect toys since his youth. He owned, operated, and "wrenched" on trucks for over 50 years, and was known as the guy who could fix about anything. He had countless friends and hobbies he enjoyed, such as woodworking, being a historian, helping friends and family with projects, and later, riding motorcycles. He would drop anything for the ones he loved, and what he loved the most was time with his family. When he wasn't working, you would find him offering any help he could to his family, and would most often leave his own work undone to complete others. He was stubborn, courageous, sarcastic, completely independent, loved his family more than himself, and felt a deep pride in his family. He will forever be loved and missed. Rich is survived by his daughter, Lori (Mel) Widener and children, Ashley (Carson) Sisk, Shelby (Josh) Widener, Melany (Zach) Boltjes, Joseph (Amelia) Widener and Faith Widener; Great grandchildren, Tristan, Gemma, Taryn, Iris and Graham; Daughter, Wendy (Tony) Fritzler and children, Rhegan Fritzler and Creighton Fritzler; Son, Justin Reinmuth and children, Aspen Reinmuth, Ashlyn Reinmuth and Deklin Reinmuth; Son, Levi (Michelle) Reinmuth and children, Kaiden Reinmuth, Natalia Reinmuth and Raiya Reinmuth. His sisters, Sally (Larry) Hansen and Arlene (Wayne) Miller and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Grace Widener and brother, Jack Reinmuth. There will be a service to celebrate his life on at the Robidoux RV Park Shelter, 585 Red Rocks Rd., Gering, NE, Friday, January 22nd. Family service will be held from 11:00-12:00, and friends are welcome from 12:00-2:00 for a light lunch and sharing of memories.

Richard Neil Reinmuth (1945 - 2021)

Arlene Lavonne Powell, 87, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at home in Alliance.

She was born September 7, 1933 in Hemingford to John and Evalena (Winegar) Jurgens.&nbsp; She graduated Hemingford High in 1950 and received a teaching certificate at what is now Chadron State College.&nbsp; She taught in rural Box Butte Schools for a time.&nbsp; In 1952 she married LeRoy Powell at the Hemingford Methodist Church.&nbsp; They farmed and ranched for many years in the Hemingford and Chadron areas.&nbsp; They would go on to celebrate 65 years of marriage before his passing in 2018.&nbsp; Together they raised four sons and enjoyed watching their family multiply with 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.&nbsp; Arlene was a very accomplished gardener winning numerous awards for her produce and flower arrangements.&nbsp; She was quick to share gardening tips, bird watching knowledge or her faith in Jesus Christ as her Savior to anyone who needed to hear.&nbsp; To her final days she could recite Isaiah 53 entirely from memory without error.&nbsp; She treasured the Gospel message found there.&nbsp; She made many close friends and great home cooked meals during her lifetime.&nbsp; In later years, after her own kids were grown, she returned to education as a teacher’s aide.&nbsp; They retired from farming and moved to Gering in 1993.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband LeRoy, siblings Floyd Jurgens, Irma Jean Betz, Danny Jurgens and infant brother Alan Jurgens.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Gary (Nancy) Powell of Alliance, Dan (Karen) Powell of Tulsa, OK, Dave (Melinda) Powell of Gretna, NE and Greg (Robin) Powell of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sister Linda Fox of Wood Village, OR, brother Lonnie Jurgens of LaCenter, WA, and sister-in-law Marjorie Powell of Alliance.

Visitation will be Monday, January 18th from 1-7 PM, at Bates-Gould Chapel, with family present from 4-6 PM.&nbsp; Due to COVID restrictions, the funeral will be limited to family members and held Tuesday, January 19th, 2:00 PM at the Alliance Methodist Church with masks and distancing required.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Facebook Live service can be accessed by searching “Arlene Powell’s Celebration of Life”.&nbsp; Burial service, open to all, will follow at the Alliance Cemetery at 3:00 PM.

In honor of her love for children and learning, memorials are suggested to Sher Bear’s Preschool at&nbsp;704 Box Butte Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.

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

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 </figure>Arlene Lavonne Powell, 87, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at home in Alliance.She was born September 7, 1933 in Hemingford to John and Evalena (Winegar) Jurgens.&nbsp; She graduated Hemingford High in 1950 and received a teaching certificate at what is now Chadron State College.&nbsp; She taught in rural Box Butte Schools for a time.&nbsp; In 1952 she married LeRoy Powell at the Hemingford Methodist Church.&nbsp; They farmed and ranched for many years in the Hemingford and Chadron areas.&nbsp; They would go on to celebrate 65 years of marriage before his passing in 2018.&nbsp; Together they raised four sons and enjoyed watching their family multiply with 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.&nbsp; Arlene was a very accomplished gardener winning numerous awards for her produce and flower arrangements.&nbsp; She was quick to share gardening tips, bird watching knowledge or her faith in Jesus Christ as her Savior to anyone who needed to hear.&nbsp; To her final days she could recite Isaiah 53 entirely from memory without error.&nbsp; She treasured the Gospel message found there.&nbsp; She made many close friends and great home cooked meals during her lifetime.&nbsp; In later years, after her own kids were grown, she returned to education as a teacher’s aide.&nbsp; They retired from farming and moved to Gering in 1993.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband LeRoy, siblings Floyd Jurgens, Irma Jean Betz, Danny Jurgens and infant brother Alan Jurgens.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Gary (Nancy) Powell of Alliance, Dan (Karen) Powell of Tulsa, OK, Dave (Melinda) Powell of Gretna, NE and Greg (Robin) Powell of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sister Linda Fox of Wood Village, OR, brother Lonnie Jurgens of LaCenter, WA, and sister-in-law Marjorie Powell of Alliance.Visitation will be Monday, January 18th from 1-7 PM, at Bates-Gould Chapel, with family present from 4-6 PM.&nbsp; Due to COVID restrictions, the funeral will be limited to family members and held Tuesday, January 19th, 2:00 PM at the Alliance Methodist Church with masks and distancing required.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Facebook Live service can be accessed by searching “Arlene Powell’s Celebration of Life”.&nbsp; Burial service, open to all, will follow at the Alliance Cemetery at 3:00 PM.In honor of her love for children and learning, memorials are suggested to Sher Bear’s Preschool at&nbsp;704 Box Butte Ave, Alliance, NE 69301.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Arlene Lavonne Powell (1933 - 2021)

Julie K. Jensen, 59, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.

She was born February 20, 1961 in Alliance, Nebraska to Wilfred V. and Lainys L. (Lindquist) Jensen.

She is survived by her brother, Edmund C. Jensen and her nephew, Darius L. Jensen, both of Alliance.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Due to COVID-19, services are pending for a later date.

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

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 </figure>Julie K. Jensen, 59, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.She was born February 20, 1961 in Alliance, Nebraska to Wilfred V. and Lainys L. (Lindquist) Jensen.She is survived by her brother, Edmund C. Jensen and her nephew, Darius L. Jensen, both of Alliance.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Due to COVID-19, services are pending for a later date.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Julie K. Jensen (1961 - 2021)

Funeral services for Deaven Gibson will be Saturday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 9th and Box Butte, in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation/wake will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 15 at the church.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

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 </figure>Funeral services for Deaven Gibson will be Saturday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 9th and Box Butte, in Alliance.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A visitation/wake will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 15 at the church.A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Deaven Derrick Gibson

Cameron A. Adamson, Sheakleyville passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning on January 7, 2021.&nbsp; He was 22.

Cameron was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 12, 1998 a son of Daryl G. Adamson and Lori A. McCracken.&nbsp; He was a 2016 graduate of Conneaut Area High School where he was active in the wrestling program and had studied diesel mechanics at the Crawford County Vo Tech.&nbsp; Following his graduation Cameron enlisted in the US Marine Corp and had served in Operation Enduring Freedom.&nbsp; He was attached to the 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Division and had attained the rank of Corporal. Cameron was responsible for maintaining and repairing small arms. He enjoyed working on vehicles and also the company of his many friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed his loyal and constant companion, “Loci”, a Czech Shepard K-9 who was always by his side.

Cameron is survived by his father, Naval Commander Daryl G. Adamson, serving with the US Navy, stationed in Guam; his mother, Lori A. Adamson, Sheakleyville; a sister, Kayleigh Adamson, Pittsburgh; his maternal grandfather, William J. McCracken, Springboro and paternal grandmother, Eloise Adamson, Alliance, NE.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Stanley H. Adamson; maternal grandmother, Jo Ann Porfolio and her husband Anthony; a step grandmother, Beverly McCracken; his great grandmother, Kathryn E. McCracken; a great aunt, Kimerly McCracken and an aunt, Stephanie Williams.

For those comfortable in attending the funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the Robert L. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 3223 Perry Hwy., Sheakleyville, the funeral service will be lived streamed on the funeral home website at www.snyderfh.com&nbsp; Family and friends may &nbsp;call at the funeral home on Saturday from 1-3 and 5-7 pm.

The family has suggested that memorial tributes may be made in Cameron’s name to Wound Warriors Project, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org

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 </figure>Cameron A. Adamson, Sheakleyville passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning on January 7, 2021.&nbsp; He was 22.Cameron was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 12, 1998 a son of Daryl G. Adamson and Lori A. McCracken.&nbsp; He was a 2016 graduate of Conneaut Area High School where he was active in the wrestling program and had studied diesel mechanics at the Crawford County Vo Tech.&nbsp; Following his graduation Cameron enlisted in the US Marine Corp and had served in Operation Enduring Freedom.&nbsp; He was attached to the 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Division and had attained the rank of Corporal. Cameron was responsible for maintaining and repairing small arms. He enjoyed working on vehicles and also the company of his many friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed his loyal and constant companion, “Loci”, a Czech Shepard K-9 who was always by his side.Cameron is survived by his father, Naval Commander Daryl G. Adamson, serving with the US Navy, stationed in Guam; his mother, Lori A. Adamson, Sheakleyville; a sister, Kayleigh Adamson, Pittsburgh; his maternal grandfather, William J. McCracken, Springboro and paternal grandmother, Eloise Adamson, Alliance, NE.He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Stanley H. Adamson; maternal grandmother, Jo Ann Porfolio and her husband Anthony; a step grandmother, Beverly McCracken; his great grandmother, Kathryn E. McCracken; a great aunt, Kimerly McCracken and an aunt, Stephanie Williams.For those comfortable in attending the funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the Robert L. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 3223 Perry Hwy., Sheakleyville, the funeral service will be lived streamed on the funeral home website at www.snyderfh.com&nbsp; Family and friends may &nbsp;call at the funeral home on Saturday from 1-3 and 5-7 pm.The family has suggested that memorial tributes may be made in Cameron’s name to Wound Warriors Project, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org

Cameron A. Adamson (1998 - 2021)

Kyle Wayne Harris, 61, of Martin, died Thursday, January 7, at Rapid City Monumental Hospital surrounded by his wife and children.

Kyle was born on December 25, 1959 to Robert and Faye (Porch) Harris in Martin. In August of 1960 the family moved to Chadron. Then in the fall of 1962 they moved to Arthur, NE, from there they moved to Big Springs. Kyle attended school in Big Springs until his Junior year, then they moved back to Martin. He was involved in basketball and rodeo. He graduated in 1978 and then attended college in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Where he learned the trade of saddle making and boot repair. He returned to Martin and opened his boot and saddle repair shop in Circle H on Main Street where he worked until 1996.

On September 5, 1981 Kyle married his sweetheart Kimberly Ann Henschel. To this union was born four children: Kellan, Kalen, Klay and Kelsie.

Throughout his life he also farmed and ranched alongside his father-in-law Edward Henschel and later his sons. Kyle was involved in the Bennett County Fair Board, High School Rodeo, School Board, Bennett County Jaycees, Martin City Council, Master Mason and Bennett County Commissioner.

Kyle’s greatest achievements were his children and grandchildren. He was a loving son, husband, uncle, father, and papa; a genuine friend to all.

Survivors include his wife, Kim; children Kalen (Heather), Klay (Kasi) and Kelsie Meeks (Luke); his mother Faye; his sister Lauri (Ken) Jobbins; 8 grandchildren and many other family members.

He was preceded in death by his son Kellan; Father Robert; Sister Robin, Grandparents William and Ruth Porch, and William and Inez Harris.

A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, January 14, at 11:00 A.M. in the Old American Legion Auditorium in Martin. Cal Clifford and Pastor Lisa Danielson will be officiating. A lunch will be served at the New legion following the service.

Honorary pallbearers are all the extended “children” he claimed and loved. Also, his family and great friends.

Memorial will be determined later. On line Condolences can be sent to the family at&nbsp;www.chamberlainchapel.com.

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 </figure>Kyle Wayne Harris, 61, of Martin, died Thursday, January 7, at Rapid City Monumental Hospital surrounded by his wife and children.Kyle was born on December 25, 1959 to Robert and Faye (Porch) Harris in Martin. In August of 1960 the family moved to Chadron. Then in the fall of 1962 they moved to Arthur, NE, from there they moved to Big Springs. Kyle attended school in Big Springs until his Junior year, then they moved back to Martin. He was involved in basketball and rodeo. He graduated in 1978 and then attended college in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Where he learned the trade of saddle making and boot repair. He returned to Martin and opened his boot and saddle repair shop in Circle H on Main Street where he worked until 1996.On September 5, 1981 Kyle married his sweetheart Kimberly Ann Henschel. To this union was born four children: Kellan, Kalen, Klay and Kelsie.Throughout his life he also farmed and ranched alongside his father-in-law Edward Henschel and later his sons. Kyle was involved in the Bennett County Fair Board, High School Rodeo, School Board, Bennett County Jaycees, Martin City Council, Master Mason and Bennett County Commissioner.Kyle’s greatest achievements were his children and grandchildren. He was a loving son, husband, uncle, father, and papa; a genuine friend to all.Survivors include his wife, Kim; children Kalen (Heather), Klay (Kasi) and Kelsie Meeks (Luke); his mother Faye; his sister Lauri (Ken) Jobbins; 8 grandchildren and many other family members.He was preceded in death by his son Kellan; Father Robert; Sister Robin, Grandparents William and Ruth Porch, and William and Inez Harris.A celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, January 14, at 11:00 A.M. in the Old American Legion Auditorium in Martin. Cal Clifford and Pastor Lisa Danielson will be officiating. A lunch will be served at the New legion following the service.Honorary pallbearers are all the extended “children” he claimed and loved. Also, his family and great friends.Memorial will be determined later. On line Condolences can be sent to the family at&nbsp;www.chamberlainchapel.com.

Kyle Wayne Harris  (1959 - 2021)

Private family graveside services for Melvin Wasserburger will be Saturday, January 23, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Montrose Cemetery.

Melvin was born November 5, 1959, in Crawford, Nebraska to William Dale and Henrietta Louise (Hoffmann) Wasserburger, the oldest of four children. He died Monday, January 11, 2021 at Ponderosa Villa Nursing home in Crawford.

Mel started his life in construction under the supervision of Guy Mason. Guy was his mentor and taught him a lot about life’s skills.

He moved to Bozeman, MT, where he owned his own janitorial business in the early 1980s. He moved back to Crawford in the 1990s. He suffered a stroke in 1996, which left him disabled.

The Office of Human Development became his caregiver for 17 years before moving to the Ponderosa Villa in 2014.

Melvin is survived by his siblings, Diane Marie (Kacey) Clark, Martin Wayne (Mary) Wasserburger, Marvin Wade (Lynn) Wasserburger; uncles Dallas (Enid) Wasserburger, and John Anderson; and aunt Mary Ann Miller; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his father, Dale; mother, Henrietta; uncles, aunts, and cousins.

A Memorial has been established for the Ponderosa Villa Bath House project. Donations may be sent to Ponderosa Villa Bath House, PO Box 526, Crawford, NE 69339.

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 </figure>Private family graveside services for Melvin Wasserburger will be Saturday, January 23, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Montrose Cemetery.Melvin was born November 5, 1959, in Crawford, Nebraska to William Dale and Henrietta Louise (Hoffmann) Wasserburger, the oldest of four children. He died Monday, January 11, 2021 at Ponderosa Villa Nursing home in Crawford.Mel started his life in construction under the supervision of Guy Mason. Guy was his mentor and taught him a lot about life’s skills.He moved to Bozeman, MT, where he owned his own janitorial business in the early 1980s. He moved back to Crawford in the 1990s. He suffered a stroke in 1996, which left him disabled.The Office of Human Development became his caregiver for 17 years before moving to the Ponderosa Villa in 2014.Melvin is survived by his siblings, Diane Marie (Kacey) Clark, Martin Wayne (Mary) Wasserburger, Marvin Wade (Lynn) Wasserburger; uncles Dallas (Enid) Wasserburger, and John Anderson; and aunt Mary Ann Miller; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.He is preceded in death by his father, Dale; mother, Henrietta; uncles, aunts, and cousins.A Memorial has been established for the Ponderosa Villa Bath House project. Donations may be sent to Ponderosa Villa Bath House, PO Box 526, Crawford, NE 69339.

Melvin Wasserburger (1959 - 2021)

Memorial service for James Duncan will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Pastor Ann Sundberg officiating. Committal service will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. At the families request masks will be required.

James passed away on January 9, 2021 at Monument Health in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Mr. Duncan was born on April 14, 1957 in Chadron, Nebraska.

A memorial has been established for the National Kidney Foundation. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.

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

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 </figure>Memorial service for James Duncan will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Pastor Ann Sundberg officiating. Committal service will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Chadron, Nebraska. At the families request masks will be required.James passed away on January 9, 2021 at Monument Health in Rapid City, South Dakota.Mr. Duncan was born on April 14, 1957 in Chadron, Nebraska.He was 63.A memorial has been established for the National Kidney Foundation. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.comChamberlain Chapel of Chadron, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

James Duncan (1957 - 2021)

Norma June Penlerick age 83 of Wayne, Nebraska passed peacefully on Thursday, January 07, 2021 at Hillcrest Care Center in Laurel, Nebraska.

Funeral Services will be on Monday, January 11, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Laurel with the Rev. Darren Timberlake officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Concord Cemetery in Concord, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Monday morning, at church, from 9:00 until service time.&nbsp; Face masks and social distancing are required for the visitation and funeral.&nbsp; You may watch a live stream of the funeral at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/WintzRay/live">www.facebook.com/WintzRay/live</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements are under the direction of the Wintz Funeral Home in Laurel, Nebraska.

Pallbearers will be Jason Penlerick, Ryan Penlerick, Nick Penlerick, Adam Engler, Jay Schrader, and Cody Watson.

Norma June was born on June 25, 1937 in Dixon, Nebraska to William John and Bernice Marie (Swift) Eckert.&nbsp; She grew up in the Dixon area and graduated from High School in Dixon, Nebraska in 1954.&nbsp; She attended Wayne State College to receive her teaching certificate and then taught K-8th grade for two years at District 65 north of Dixon, NE.&nbsp; She married LeRoy Emil Penlerick on January 28, 1957 in Ponca, Nebraska.&nbsp; They farmed north of Dixon where they raised hogs, cattle and eventually buffalo.&nbsp; Norma worked as Banquet Manager at Riley’s Convention Center in Wayne for five years.&nbsp; She then worked for Wayne State College for 20 years in professional food management and as support staff for the Student Center.&nbsp; Norma worked until she retired at the age of 78.

Norma was a member of the United Methodist church in Laurel.&nbsp; She was an avid Husker fan that rarely missed a game.&nbsp; She loved feeding the birds and scolding the squirrels that came to the feeders as well.&nbsp; One of Norma’s rarely known talents was playing her accordion.&nbsp; She started Country Wood Crafts while on the farm and made numerous wooden toys and décor.&nbsp; Norma’s pride and joy was her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a love for the outdoors, whether it was mowing, gardening, or just being with family and friends.&nbsp; After Norma moved to Wayne she enjoyed coffee and lunch with her special friends.

Norma is survived by her four children and spouses, Bradford (Lynette) Penlerick of Laurel, Delwin (Lorna) Penlerick of Alliance, Linda (Mark) Engler of Beatrice, Mark (Laura) Penlerick of Wayne; 15 grandchildren Jason (Krystal) Penlerick, Jessica (Nick) Benes, Ryan (Carrie) Penlerick, Kristin (Allen) Nuss, Jennifer (Brian) Heineman, Kari Jo (Jakob) Covey, Cody Watson and fiance Sydney, Andrea Engler, Adam (Callie) Engler, Amber (Luke) Henderson, Jennifer (Jeff) Chalkley, Sara (Saul) Ortiz, Jay Schrader, Brittany (Tyler) Foote, Nick (Morgan) Penlerick; 19 great grandchildren; nieces Kaylene Hubbard, Marilyn Abts, and Anita Eckert.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband LeRoy in 2008; brother Earl Eckert; sister Wilma Jean (Eckert) Penlerick; sister-in-law Wilma Lou Eckert; brother-in-law Ronald Penlerick.

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 </figure>Norma June Penlerick age 83 of Wayne, Nebraska passed peacefully on Thursday, January 07, 2021 at Hillcrest Care Center in Laurel, Nebraska.Funeral Services will be on Monday, January 11, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Laurel with the Rev. Darren Timberlake officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Concord Cemetery in Concord, Nebraska.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Monday morning, at church, from 9:00 until service time.&nbsp; Face masks and social distancing are required for the visitation and funeral.&nbsp; You may watch a live stream of the funeral at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/WintzRay/live">www.facebook.com/WintzRay/live</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements are under the direction of the Wintz Funeral Home in Laurel, Nebraska.Pallbearers will be Jason Penlerick, Ryan Penlerick, Nick Penlerick, Adam Engler, Jay Schrader, and Cody Watson.Norma June was born on June 25, 1937 in Dixon, Nebraska to William John and Bernice Marie (Swift) Eckert.&nbsp; She grew up in the Dixon area and graduated from High School in Dixon, Nebraska in 1954.&nbsp; She attended Wayne State College to receive her teaching certificate and then taught K-8th grade for two years at District 65 north of Dixon, NE.&nbsp; She married LeRoy Emil Penlerick on January 28, 1957 in Ponca, Nebraska.&nbsp; They farmed north of Dixon where they raised hogs, cattle and eventually buffalo.&nbsp; Norma worked as Banquet Manager at Riley’s Convention Center in Wayne for five years.&nbsp; She then worked for Wayne State College for 20 years in professional food management and as support staff for the Student Center.&nbsp; Norma worked until she retired at the age of 78.Norma was a member of the United Methodist church in Laurel.&nbsp; She was an avid Husker fan that rarely missed a game.&nbsp; She loved feeding the birds and scolding the squirrels that came to the feeders as well.&nbsp; One of Norma’s rarely known talents was playing her accordion.&nbsp; She started Country Wood Crafts while on the farm and made numerous wooden toys and décor.&nbsp; Norma’s pride and joy was her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a love for the outdoors, whether it was mowing, gardening, or just being with family and friends.&nbsp; After Norma moved to Wayne she enjoyed coffee and lunch with her special friends.Norma is survived by her four children and spouses, Bradford (Lynette) Penlerick of Laurel, Delwin (Lorna) Penlerick of Alliance, Linda (Mark) Engler of Beatrice, Mark (Laura) Penlerick of Wayne; 15 grandchildren Jason (Krystal) Penlerick, Jessica (Nick) Benes, Ryan (Carrie) Penlerick, Kristin (Allen) Nuss, Jennifer (Brian) Heineman, Kari Jo (Jakob) Covey, Cody Watson and fiance Sydney, Andrea Engler, Adam (Callie) Engler, Amber (Luke) Henderson, Jennifer (Jeff) Chalkley, Sara (Saul) Ortiz, Jay Schrader, Brittany (Tyler) Foote, Nick (Morgan) Penlerick; 19 great grandchildren; nieces Kaylene Hubbard, Marilyn Abts, and Anita Eckert.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband LeRoy in 2008; brother Earl Eckert; sister Wilma Jean (Eckert) Penlerick; sister-in-law Wilma Lou Eckert; brother-in-law Ronald Penlerick.

Norma June Penlerick (1937 - 2021)

On January 7, 2021 we lost an amazing husband, father, grandfather, and brother when Donald E Desjardin passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack at the age of 67. Funeral services will held at 11 am Friday, January 15th, 2021 at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Alliance. Masks are recommended. Burial to follow at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery. Only a limited number of people are allowed at burial. A reception will follow at the Angora Club House in Angora. Viewing will be held at Bates-Gould Funeral home from 1-7 pm on Thursday, January 14th, with family present from 4-6pm.

Don was born in Great Falls, MT on March 12, 1953, to Elmer and Blanche (Luckenbill) Desjardin. He attended high school in Livingston, MT and enlisted in the Navy in Dec 1972. He was honorably discharged in Dec 1978 and was employed at BNSF as a machinist in Livingston, MT, in 1979, and was transferred to Alliance, NE, in 1981 until his retirement in June 2013.

Don was married to Toni Atkins on November 11, 1972. They were blessed with four children. Teri, Tammy, David and Brittany. They were divorced in 1994.

Don was married to Julie Schwaderer October 15, 2005.&nbsp; Joining the family, was her son Chris. They bought “the farm” as Don called it in Angora, NE, and he lived there until he joined his Father in heaven.

Don was a passionate Christian and was an active member of Calvary Assembly of God church since 1981. Don also enjoyed camping, hiking, fishing, gardening, puzzles and the occasional “highly competitive” card games with the family.

He is survived by his wife Julie, his children Teri Desjardin of Gering, Tammy Desjardin of Scottsbluff, David (Amie) Desjardin of Helena, MT, and Brittany Desjardin of Scottsbluff. He was also blessed with 5 surviving grandchildren, Alyssa (Dylan) Walker, Alexa (Trey) Miller, Gavin Osborn, Noah Desjardin and Lincoln Desjardin. He also has four great grandchildren Isaiah and Landry Miller and Savannah and Kennedy Walker. Also surviving him are his sisters Vicki, Martha, Roberta, Phyllis and Linda Musgrove.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Ronald Desjardin.

Memorials will be determined at a future date. Cards and/or donations can be sent to his wife Julie at 11449 CR 103, Angora, NE, 69331.

We would also like to thank the staff at Regional West Medical Center, Airlink and the paramedics for the exceptional care they provided.

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 </figure>On January 7, 2021 we lost an amazing husband, father, grandfather, and brother when Donald E Desjardin passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack at the age of 67. Funeral services will held at 11 am Friday, January 15th, 2021 at the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Alliance. Masks are recommended. Burial to follow at Nebraska Veterans Cemetery. Only a limited number of people are allowed at burial. A reception will follow at the Angora Club House in Angora. Viewing will be held at Bates-Gould Funeral home from 1-7 pm on Thursday, January 14th, with family present from 4-6pm.Don was born in Great Falls, MT on March 12, 1953, to Elmer and Blanche (Luckenbill) Desjardin. He attended high school in Livingston, MT and enlisted in the Navy in Dec 1972. He was honorably discharged in Dec 1978 and was employed at BNSF as a machinist in Livingston, MT, in 1979, and was transferred to Alliance, NE, in 1981 until his retirement in June 2013.Don was married to Toni Atkins on November 11, 1972. They were blessed with four children. Teri, Tammy, David and Brittany. They were divorced in 1994.Don was married to Julie Schwaderer October 15, 2005.&nbsp; Joining the family, was her son Chris. They bought “the farm” as Don called it in Angora, NE, and he lived there until he joined his Father in heaven.Don was a passionate Christian and was an active member of Calvary Assembly of God church since 1981. Don also enjoyed camping, hiking, fishing, gardening, puzzles and the occasional “highly competitive” card games with the family.He is survived by his wife Julie, his children Teri Desjardin of Gering, Tammy Desjardin of Scottsbluff, David (Amie) Desjardin of Helena, MT, and Brittany Desjardin of Scottsbluff. He was also blessed with 5 surviving grandchildren, Alyssa (Dylan) Walker, Alexa (Trey) Miller, Gavin Osborn, Noah Desjardin and Lincoln Desjardin. He also has four great grandchildren Isaiah and Landry Miller and Savannah and Kennedy Walker. Also surviving him are his sisters Vicki, Martha, Roberta, Phyllis and Linda Musgrove.He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Ronald Desjardin.Memorials will be determined at a future date. Cards and/or donations can be sent to his wife Julie at 11449 CR 103, Angora, NE, 69331.We would also like to thank the staff at Regional West Medical Center, Airlink and the paramedics for the exceptional care they provided.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Donald E Desjardin (1953 - 2021)

Private family services for Dylan Ranger, 25 will be held at a later date.

Dylan was born on February 24, 1995 in Seminole, Florida. Dylan passed away on January 4, 2021 at his home in Chadron, Nebraska.

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

Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in Charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Private family services for Dylan Ranger, 25 will be held at a later date.Dylan was born on February 24, 1995 in Seminole, Florida. Dylan passed away on January 4, 2021 at his home in Chadron, Nebraska.A memorial has been established. Donations can be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337.Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in Charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Dylan Ranger (1995 - 2021)

Betty J. Yekel passed away on January 4, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Retirement Center in Fort Collins, Colorado at the age of 91. She was born on October 24, 1929 in Alliance, Nebraska to Zelma (Post) and Kenneth Broich. Raised by her single mother, Betty gained a wonderful stepfather, Carl Fredrick, and a stepbrother, Richard, when she was in her teens. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1948 and spent her entire life living in Alliance except for the past few years. Betty married Clarence (Whitey) Yekel in 1949. He died in 1989. She was a charter member of St. John’s Lutheran church and a member of the Eagle’s Auxiliary. Over the years, she worked as a teller at the Guardian State Bank and a bookkeeper at St Joseph’s hospital and Hall Cattle Company. She loved to travel, always wore a ready smile and had the patience of a saint. Betty is survived by her three children, Penny Yekel of Scottsbluff, Paula (Richard) Connell of Fort Collins, CO, Steve (Karen) Yekel of Sierra Vista, AZ, and three grandchildren, Gregory and Kristin Connell and Lindsay Swanson. She was preceded in death by her husband, mother, stepfather, and stepbrother. Memorials may be given to St John’s Lutheran church: 2090 Emerson Avenue Alliance, NE 69301 Cremation has taken place and a service will be scheduled later in the year. Please visit goesfuneralcare.com to share condolences with her family.

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 </figure>Betty J. Yekel passed away on January 4, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Retirement Center in Fort Collins, Colorado at the age of 91. She was born on October 24, 1929 in Alliance, Nebraska to Zelma (Post) and Kenneth Broich. Raised by her single mother, Betty gained a wonderful stepfather, Carl Fredrick, and a stepbrother, Richard, when she was in her teens. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1948 and spent her entire life living in Alliance except for the past few years. Betty married Clarence (Whitey) Yekel in 1949. He died in 1989. She was a charter member of St. John’s Lutheran church and a member of the Eagle’s Auxiliary. Over the years, she worked as a teller at the Guardian State Bank and a bookkeeper at St Joseph’s hospital and Hall Cattle Company. She loved to travel, always wore a ready smile and had the patience of a saint. Betty is survived by her three children, Penny Yekel of Scottsbluff, Paula (Richard) Connell of Fort Collins, CO, Steve (Karen) Yekel of Sierra Vista, AZ, and three grandchildren, Gregory and Kristin Connell and Lindsay Swanson. She was preceded in death by her husband, mother, stepfather, and stepbrother. Memorials may be given to St John’s Lutheran church: 2090 Emerson Avenue Alliance, NE 69301 Cremation has taken place and a service will be scheduled later in the year. Please visit goesfuneralcare.com to share condolences with her family.

Betty J. Yekel (1929 - 2021)

JANET ELAINE (RILEY) WILLIAMS, 86, DIED TUESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2021 AT THE POUDRE VALLEY HOSPITAL IN FORT COLLINS, CO.

SHE WAS BORN JUNE 3, 1934 AT THE FAMILY FARM IN THE SUNFLOWER COMMUNITY NEAR MITCHELL, NEBRASKA TO JAMES GORDON RILEY, SR. AND EMMA (KURTZ) RILEY.

JANET ATTENDED SUNFLOWER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN THROUGH EIGHTH GRADE AND GRADUATED FROM MITCHELL HIGH SCHOOL WITH THE CLASS OF 1952.&nbsp; AFTER GRADUATION, SHE WAS EMPLOYED AS TIME CLERK AND THEN SECRETARY-TREASURER OF THE PATHFINDER IRRIGATION DISTRICT IN MITCHELL.

SHE WAS MARRIED TO ROBERT “BOB” L. WILLIAMS OF MITCHELL ON JUNE 18, 1954 BY REV. LAWRENCE DRY AT THE FEDERATED CHURCH IN MITCHELL.

FROM JUNE 1954 TO JUNE 1955 THEY LIVED IN ELGIN, ILLINOIS WHERE SHE WAS EMPLOYED IN THE SALES RESEARCH DEPARTMENT AT ELGIN NATIONAL WATCH COMPANY, WHILE HER HUSBAND ATTENDED ELGIN WATCHMAKERS COLLEGE.&nbsp; JUNE 1955 THEY RETURNED TO MITCHELL AND SHE RETURNED TO THE SECRETARY-TREASURER POSITION AT THE PATHFINDER IRRIGATION DISTRICT.&nbsp;

THEIR FIRST CHILD, BRADLEY, WAS BORN AT SCOTTSBLUFF WHILE LIVING AT MITCHELL. THEY MOVED TO CRAWFORD, NEBRASKA IN MARCH OF 1957 WHERE THEY ESTABLISHED THEIR FIRST JEWELRY STORE.&nbsp; WHILE LIVING THERE TWO MORE CHILDREN, KATHLEEN AND JEFFREY, WERE BORN.&nbsp; IN JULY 1965, THEY MOVED THE BUSINESS, WILLIAMS JEWELERS, TO ALLIANCE, NEBRASKA.&nbsp; SHE WORKED ALONGSIDE HER HUSBAND FOR 42 YEARS UNTIL HIS SUDDEN DEATH, JULY 25, 1999.&nbsp; SHE AND HER OLDEST SON, BRADLEY, CONTINUED THE BUSINESS AFTER BOB’S DEATH.&nbsp; SHE RETIRED IN APRIL OF 2003.

SHE TOOK AN ACTIVE PART IN HELPING WITH AND FOLLOWING HER CHILDRENS MANY ACTIVITIES.&nbsp; SHE WAS INVOLVED WITH THE EMERSON P.T.A., WAS A LEADER FOR CUB SCOUTS, BLUE BIRDS, CAMPFIRE, 4-H AND Y-TEEN MOTHERS.

SHE LOVED HER GRANDCHILDREN AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN AND ENJOYED ATTENDING AND CHEERING THEM ON IN THEIR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AND SPORTING EVENTS.&nbsp; OVER THE YEARS SPECIAL PETS WERE HER DACHSHUNDS, CORKY, WILLY, TOBY AND EMMY, WHICH SHE ENJOYED TAKING FOR DAILY WALKS.

SHE WAS A MEMBER OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH WHERE SHE SERVED AS AN ELDER, DEACON AND TRUSTEE.&nbsp; SHE WAS A 60+ YEAR MEMBER OF CHAPTER GC P.E.O. AND THE SUNFLOWER CHAPTER #214 EASTERN STAR OF MITCHELL.&nbsp; SHE WAS ALSO A MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT#7 OF ALLIANCE.

SHE IS SURVIVED BY HER SONS AND DAUGHTERS-IN-LAW, BRADLEY AND SUE (CUMMINGS) WILLIAMS OF ALLIANCE, JEFFREY AND LINDA (CROWE) WILLIAMS OF FT. COLLINS, COLORADO AND HER DAUGHTER AND SON-IN-LAW, KATHLEEN AND TIM COVER OF ASHBY.

ALSO SURVIVING ARE GRANDCHILDREN, DEREK (ABBIE) WILLIAMS OF HASTINGS, CHRISTOPHER (CRYSTAL) COVER, MATTHEW (SARA) COVER AND JEFFREY (CAROLYN) COVER OF ASHBY, KARLI (VINCE) JULIAN OF WESTMINSTER, COLORADO AND KIRK WILLIAMS OF DENVER, COLORADO AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN LUCY, REECE &amp; LANE WILLIAMS AND HUNTER &amp; BRECKEN COVER, KIRBY &amp; CLAIRE COVER AND LUCA JULIAN.

OTHER SURVIVORS ARE HER SISTER, LORETTA SURBER, OF ROCKLIN, CALIFORNIA, SISTERS-IN-LAW, BETTY RILEY AND SHIRLEY WILLIAMS OF MITCHELL AND SPECIAL FRIEND, BILL BEEBE, OF MITCHELL AND NUMEROUS NIECES AND NEPHEWS.

SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER HUSBAND, HER PARENTS, HER BROTHERS, JAMES GORDON RILEY, JR. AND HAROLD RILEY, SISTER, MARY WRIGHT, SISTER-IN-LAW VIOLET RILEY AND BROTHERS-IN-LAW, CLAUDE WRIGHT, GENE SURBER AND JERRY WILLIAMS.&nbsp;

DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, PRIVATE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2021 AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.&nbsp; REVEREND BOB GUMP WILL OFFICIATE.&nbsp; THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO THE GRAVESIDE AT THE ALLIANCE CEMETERY AT APPROXIMATLEY 11:00 A.M.&nbsp; VISITATION WITH THE FAMILY PRESENT TO GREET FRIENDS WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2021 FROM 3:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. AT THE BATES-GOULD CHAPEL.&nbsp; USE OF MASKS AT THE SERVICES IS AT THE ATTENDEES DISCRETION.

CONDOLENCES AND MEMORIALS MAY BE SENT IN CARE OF BRAD WILLIAMS AT, P.O. BOX Q, ALLIANCE, NEBRASKA, 69301 AND GIVEN TO THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, P.A.W.S, OR TO THE DONORS CHOICE.

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 </figure>JANET ELAINE (RILEY) WILLIAMS, 86, DIED TUESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2021 AT THE POUDRE VALLEY HOSPITAL IN FORT COLLINS, CO.SHE WAS BORN JUNE 3, 1934 AT THE FAMILY FARM IN THE SUNFLOWER COMMUNITY NEAR MITCHELL, NEBRASKA TO JAMES GORDON RILEY, SR. AND EMMA (KURTZ) RILEY.JANET ATTENDED SUNFLOWER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN THROUGH EIGHTH GRADE AND GRADUATED FROM MITCHELL HIGH SCHOOL WITH THE CLASS OF 1952.&nbsp; AFTER GRADUATION, SHE WAS EMPLOYED AS TIME CLERK AND THEN SECRETARY-TREASURER OF THE PATHFINDER IRRIGATION DISTRICT IN MITCHELL.SHE WAS MARRIED TO ROBERT “BOB” L. WILLIAMS OF MITCHELL ON JUNE 18, 1954 BY REV. LAWRENCE DRY AT THE FEDERATED CHURCH IN MITCHELL.FROM JUNE 1954 TO JUNE 1955 THEY LIVED IN ELGIN, ILLINOIS WHERE SHE WAS EMPLOYED IN THE SALES RESEARCH DEPARTMENT AT ELGIN NATIONAL WATCH COMPANY, WHILE HER HUSBAND ATTENDED ELGIN WATCHMAKERS COLLEGE.&nbsp; JUNE 1955 THEY RETURNED TO MITCHELL AND SHE RETURNED TO THE SECRETARY-TREASURER POSITION AT THE PATHFINDER IRRIGATION DISTRICT.&nbsp;THEIR FIRST CHILD, BRADLEY, WAS BORN AT SCOTTSBLUFF WHILE LIVING AT MITCHELL. THEY MOVED TO CRAWFORD, NEBRASKA IN MARCH OF 1957 WHERE THEY ESTABLISHED THEIR FIRST JEWELRY STORE.&nbsp; WHILE LIVING THERE TWO MORE CHILDREN, KATHLEEN AND JEFFREY, WERE BORN.&nbsp; IN JULY 1965, THEY MOVED THE BUSINESS, WILLIAMS JEWELERS, TO ALLIANCE, NEBRASKA.&nbsp; SHE WORKED ALONGSIDE HER HUSBAND FOR 42 YEARS UNTIL HIS SUDDEN DEATH, JULY 25, 1999.&nbsp; SHE AND HER OLDEST SON, BRADLEY, CONTINUED THE BUSINESS AFTER BOB’S DEATH.&nbsp; SHE RETIRED IN APRIL OF 2003.SHE TOOK AN ACTIVE PART IN HELPING WITH AND FOLLOWING HER CHILDRENS MANY ACTIVITIES.&nbsp; SHE WAS INVOLVED WITH THE EMERSON P.T.A., WAS A LEADER FOR CUB SCOUTS, BLUE BIRDS, CAMPFIRE, 4-H AND Y-TEEN MOTHERS.SHE LOVED HER GRANDCHILDREN AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN AND ENJOYED ATTENDING AND CHEERING THEM ON IN THEIR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AND SPORTING EVENTS.&nbsp; OVER THE YEARS SPECIAL PETS WERE HER DACHSHUNDS, CORKY, WILLY, TOBY AND EMMY, WHICH SHE ENJOYED TAKING FOR DAILY WALKS.SHE WAS A MEMBER OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH WHERE SHE SERVED AS AN ELDER, DEACON AND TRUSTEE.&nbsp; SHE WAS A 60+ YEAR MEMBER OF CHAPTER GC P.E.O. AND THE SUNFLOWER CHAPTER #214 EASTERN STAR OF MITCHELL.&nbsp; SHE WAS ALSO A MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT#7 OF ALLIANCE.SHE IS SURVIVED BY HER SONS AND DAUGHTERS-IN-LAW, BRADLEY AND SUE (CUMMINGS) WILLIAMS OF ALLIANCE, JEFFREY AND LINDA (CROWE) WILLIAMS OF FT. COLLINS, COLORADO AND HER DAUGHTER AND SON-IN-LAW, KATHLEEN AND TIM COVER OF ASHBY.ALSO SURVIVING ARE GRANDCHILDREN, DEREK (ABBIE) WILLIAMS OF HASTINGS, CHRISTOPHER (CRYSTAL) COVER, MATTHEW (SARA) COVER AND JEFFREY (CAROLYN) COVER OF ASHBY, KARLI (VINCE) JULIAN OF WESTMINSTER, COLORADO AND KIRK WILLIAMS OF DENVER, COLORADO AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN LUCY, REECE &amp; LANE WILLIAMS AND HUNTER &amp; BRECKEN COVER, KIRBY &amp; CLAIRE COVER AND LUCA JULIAN.OTHER SURVIVORS ARE HER SISTER, LORETTA SURBER, OF ROCKLIN, CALIFORNIA, SISTERS-IN-LAW, BETTY RILEY AND SHIRLEY WILLIAMS OF MITCHELL AND SPECIAL FRIEND, BILL BEEBE, OF MITCHELL AND NUMEROUS NIECES AND NEPHEWS.SHE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER HUSBAND, HER PARENTS, HER BROTHERS, JAMES GORDON RILEY, JR. AND HAROLD RILEY, SISTER, MARY WRIGHT, SISTER-IN-LAW VIOLET RILEY AND BROTHERS-IN-LAW, CLAUDE WRIGHT, GENE SURBER AND JERRY WILLIAMS.&nbsp;DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, PRIVATE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2021 AT THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.&nbsp; REVEREND BOB GUMP WILL OFFICIATE.&nbsp; THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO THE GRAVESIDE AT THE ALLIANCE CEMETERY AT APPROXIMATLEY 11:00 A.M.&nbsp; VISITATION WITH THE FAMILY PRESENT TO GREET FRIENDS WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2021 FROM 3:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M. AT THE BATES-GOULD CHAPEL.&nbsp; USE OF MASKS AT THE SERVICES IS AT THE ATTENDEES DISCRETION.CONDOLENCES AND MEMORIALS MAY BE SENT IN CARE OF BRAD WILLIAMS AT, P.O. BOX Q, ALLIANCE, NEBRASKA, 69301 AND GIVEN TO THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, P.A.W.S, OR TO THE DONORS CHOICE.

JANET ELAINE (RILEY) WILLIAMS (1934 - 2021)

Lorraine Holmes went to be with the Lord on January 5th at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp; She was 90 years young.

She will be missed by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Kent Higgins, Tina Myhre, her sisters, Lyla Winters, Jeanne Wyatt, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her special friends, Amy Jensen, Rhonda Hashman, and Kim Girard.&nbsp;

Lorraine was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The family will gather for a graveside service at a later date.&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com

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 </figure>Lorraine Holmes went to be with the Lord on January 5th at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp; She was 90 years young.She will be missed by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Kent Higgins, Tina Myhre, her sisters, Lyla Winters, Jeanne Wyatt, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by her special friends, Amy Jensen, Rhonda Hashman, and Kim Girard.&nbsp;Lorraine was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The family will gather for a graveside service at a later date.&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com

Lorraine Holmes

&nbsp;Gary Craig, age 77 of Dalton NE, passed away at his home on January 2, 2021. Funeral services will be Friday, January 8, 2021, at 10:00am at the Bridgeport Church of Christ with Pastor Johnathan Seng officiating. 

Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, NE. Visitation will be Thursday, January 7th, from 5-7 at the Bridgman Funeral Home in Bridgeport with family present. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials in Gary’s honor can be made to the Dalton or Gurley Fire Departments, or to the family for future designations in Gary's memory. Online condolences may be made and his full obituary can be seen by viewing Gary’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Bridgeport is serving the Craig family.

Gary Joe Craig was born in Alliance Nebraska on March 1, 1943 to Irving S. and Marjorie (Taylor) Craig. He grew up with his siblings on the family farm in Alliance and Whitney Nebraska. He attended Alliance High School but attained his GED while in the Army. Gary was a fixed wing aircraft mechanic and was stationed in Korea during his years of service to our country.

Upon his discharge he returned to Alliance and went to work for the Fertilizer department at the local Co-op. It was in Alliance that he met and married Sherry Wacker. Gary and Sherry farmed in the Alliance area and he was also employed as the Box Butte County Weed and Roads Superintendent later in life and retired from the Goshen County Roads Superintendent in Torrington, Wyoming. Upon retirement he and Sherry moved to Dalton, Nebraska enjoying the quiet life surrounded by grandchildren and continued to be a steward of the land by tending his yard, trees, and making Sherry's garden bigger than she wanted each year. In his free time during the winters, he worked to rebuild engines, building model airplanes and cars, and skillfully making each of his grandchildren rocking horses.

Gary is survived by his wife Sherry of 53 years, their children and spouses, Kris (Jeff) Tvrs, Cindy (Don) Lemmon, Mimi (Jeff) Feagler, JoAnne Craig, Justin (Jodi) Craig, Samantha Craig, Casey (Eric) Hansen, and Nathan Craig, 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his and Sherry's siblings, Lloyd (Marian) Andrews, Darrell Craig, Ardith Robison, Larry (Louanna) Craig, Mary (Dennis) Martin, Loren Craig, Sheila Craig, Jim Wacker, Rick (Carol) Wacker, Pat (Bruce) Dobry, Mike (Rhonda) Wacker and Brian (Susan) Wacker and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents Irving and Marjorie Craig, siblings Carol (Andy) Cisneros, Robert Craig and Lyle Craig, and his in-laws Rudy and Elsie Wacker, Sina Craig, and Arthur (Corky) Robison.

The Craig family would like to thank the Dalton and Gurley Fire departments (Hannah Geller, Ryan Borges, Sheila Rathman, Shawn Kruse) for their quick response and care at the home, Krystal Borges, the Cheyenne County Sheriff Department, Gordy Stitt, Cody Bridgman and the staff at Bridgman Funeral Home for their services and compassion following the loss of our husband, father and grandfather.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Gary Craig, age 77 of Dalton NE, passed away at his home on January 2, 2021. Funeral services will be Friday, January 8, 2021, at 10:00am at the Bridgeport Church of Christ with Pastor Johnathan Seng officiating. Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery in Alliance, NE. Visitation will be Thursday, January 7th, from 5-7 at the Bridgman Funeral Home in Bridgeport with family present. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials in Gary’s honor can be made to the Dalton or Gurley Fire Departments, or to the family for future designations in Gary's memory. Online condolences may be made and his full obituary can be seen by viewing Gary’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Bridgeport is serving the Craig family. Gary Joe Craig was born in Alliance Nebraska on March 1, 1943 to Irving S. and Marjorie (Taylor) Craig. He grew up with his siblings on the family farm in Alliance and Whitney Nebraska. He attended Alliance High School but attained his GED while in the Army. Gary was a fixed wing aircraft mechanic and was stationed in Korea during his years of service to our country. Upon his discharge he returned to Alliance and went to work for the Fertilizer department at the local Co-op. It was in Alliance that he met and married Sherry Wacker. Gary and Sherry farmed in the Alliance area and he was also employed as the Box Butte County Weed and Roads Superintendent later in life and retired from the Goshen County Roads Superintendent in Torrington, Wyoming. Upon retirement he and Sherry moved to Dalton, Nebraska enjoying the quiet life surrounded by grandchildren and continued to be a steward of the land by tending his yard, trees, and making Sherry's garden bigger than she wanted each year. In his free time during the winters, he worked to rebuild engines, building model airplanes and cars, and skillfully making each of his grandchildren rocking horses. Gary is survived by his wife Sherry of 53 years, their children and spouses, Kris (Jeff) Tvrs, Cindy (Don) Lemmon, Mimi (Jeff) Feagler, JoAnne Craig, Justin (Jodi) Craig, Samantha Craig, Casey (Eric) Hansen, and Nathan Craig, 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his and Sherry's siblings, Lloyd (Marian) Andrews, Darrell Craig, Ardith Robison, Larry (Louanna) Craig, Mary (Dennis) Martin, Loren Craig, Sheila Craig, Jim Wacker, Rick (Carol) Wacker, Pat (Bruce) Dobry, Mike (Rhonda) Wacker and Brian (Susan) Wacker and numerous nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents Irving and Marjorie Craig, siblings Carol (Andy) Cisneros, Robert Craig and Lyle Craig, and his in-laws Rudy and Elsie Wacker, Sina Craig, and Arthur (Corky) Robison. The Craig family would like to thank the Dalton and Gurley Fire departments (Hannah Geller, Ryan Borges, Sheila Rathman, Shawn Kruse) for their quick response and care at the home, Krystal Borges, the Cheyenne County Sheriff Department, Gordy Stitt, Cody Bridgman and the staff at Bridgman Funeral Home for their services and compassion following the loss of our husband, father and grandfather.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Joe Craig (1943 - 2021)

Kasandra was married to the love of her life, Shane Finley, in Atwood, Kansas on August 4, 1999. She had two children, Joshua Brown and Alexandra Finley.&nbsp; She shared her love of animals and shared Leroy with Joshua, Swiper with Alexandra, Lightening with Shane and the family’s dog Bubbles. For most of her life, Kasandra was a hairstylist, making sure those around her feel beautiful and special.&nbsp; Kasandra’s smile was infectious.&nbsp; Kasandra most recently worked for Farmers Alliance Insurance as an underwriter.&nbsp; She loved helping people.

Kasandra was an avid garage seller, enjoyed collecting antiques, loved a good bargain, and had a passion for decorating.&nbsp; There was no project too big or too small.&nbsp; She loved introducing her nephews and nieces to her addiction (Mountain Dew).&nbsp; Most of all, she enjoyed worshiping God and reading scripture.

Kasandra is survived by her husband, Shane Finley of Colby, KS; her children, Joshua Brown of Colorado Springs, CO and Alexandra Finley of Lawrence, KS; and her mother, Glenda Jelinek of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Jim (Laurie) Jelinek, Brian Jelinek and Darren (Christy) Jelinek, all of Alliance; her sisters, Krystal Gray of Alliance and Jandell (Paul) Warner of Greeley, CO; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marc (Cassidy) Finley of Colby, KS, Matthew (Rachel) Finley of Atwood, KS and Lance (Natasha) Finley of Sharon Springs, KS; her sister and brother-in-law, Stacy (Matt) Horinek of Colby, KS; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Jelinek.

Memorial Services will be held Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel and simultaneously livestreamed on the Kasandra Finley funeral Facebook page.&nbsp; Reverend Dean Dockins will officiate.

Memorials may be given to the Parkside Church,&nbsp;7100 Pettibone Road, Chagrin Falls, OH, 44023, or&nbsp;to In Touch Ministries,&nbsp;P.O. Box 7900, Atlanta, GA, 30357.

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 </figure>Kasandra was married to the love of her life, Shane Finley, in Atwood, Kansas on August 4, 1999. She had two children, Joshua Brown and Alexandra Finley.&nbsp; She shared her love of animals and shared Leroy with Joshua, Swiper with Alexandra, Lightening with Shane and the family’s dog Bubbles. For most of her life, Kasandra was a hairstylist, making sure those around her feel beautiful and special.&nbsp; Kasandra’s smile was infectious.&nbsp; Kasandra most recently worked for Farmers Alliance Insurance as an underwriter.&nbsp; She loved helping people.Kasandra was an avid garage seller, enjoyed collecting antiques, loved a good bargain, and had a passion for decorating.&nbsp; There was no project too big or too small.&nbsp; She loved introducing her nephews and nieces to her addiction (Mountain Dew).&nbsp; Most of all, she enjoyed worshiping God and reading scripture.Kasandra is survived by her husband, Shane Finley of Colby, KS; her children, Joshua Brown of Colorado Springs, CO and Alexandra Finley of Lawrence, KS; and her mother, Glenda Jelinek of Alliance.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brothers, Jim (Laurie) Jelinek, Brian Jelinek and Darren (Christy) Jelinek, all of Alliance; her sisters, Krystal Gray of Alliance and Jandell (Paul) Warner of Greeley, CO; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marc (Cassidy) Finley of Colby, KS, Matthew (Rachel) Finley of Atwood, KS and Lance (Natasha) Finley of Sharon Springs, KS; her sister and brother-in-law, Stacy (Matt) Horinek of Colby, KS; and many nieces, nephews and extended family.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Jelinek.Memorial Services will be held Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel and simultaneously livestreamed on the Kasandra Finley funeral Facebook page.&nbsp; Reverend Dean Dockins will officiate.Memorials may be given to the Parkside Church,&nbsp;7100 Pettibone Road, Chagrin Falls, OH, 44023, or&nbsp;to In Touch Ministries,&nbsp;P.O. Box 7900, Atlanta, GA, 30357.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Kasandra L. Finley, 48

Funeral services for Craig LaFontsee, of Chadron, will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial will follow at Bodarc Cemetery in Harrison, Nebraska.

Craig LaFontsee, 65, passed away unexpectedly in his home. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle and member of his community. He is survived by his loving mother Bonnie LaFontsee, brother Chris LaFontsee and his nephew Chris LaFontsee Jr. Craig was born on June 9, 1955 at Mather Air Force Base in Sacramento CA. He later moved to Nebraska where he worked for Chadron State College and retired after 25 years of service. He also enjoyed working at the State Armory and the people he worked with. Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements

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 </figure>Funeral services for Craig LaFontsee, of Chadron, will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron, Nebraska with Dr. Russ Seger officiating. Burial will follow at Bodarc Cemetery in Harrison, Nebraska.Craig LaFontsee, 65, passed away unexpectedly in his home. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle and member of his community. He is survived by his loving mother Bonnie LaFontsee, brother Chris LaFontsee and his nephew Chris LaFontsee Jr. Craig was born on June 9, 1955 at Mather Air Force Base in Sacramento CA. He later moved to Nebraska where he worked for Chadron State College and retired after 25 years of service. He also enjoyed working at the State Armory and the people he worked with. Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.comChamberlain Chapel of Chadron, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements

Craig LaFontsee (1955 - 2021)

Dominic Phillip Dawn, 27, passed away January 1, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska.

He was born in Omaha, NE on September 2, 1993.&nbsp; He was raised by his grandparents, whom he considered his parents, James and Lela Schmidt.&nbsp; Dominic served in the U.S. Army for 4 years and was working in the construction business.

On January 10, 2014 he was united in marriage to Elena O. Reza.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Elena, his children, Karlie, Camden and Elissa, , his mother, Lela Schmidt of Lincoln, NE, his sisters, Elainna Robles, Athena Schmidt, Mimi Robles, Maggie Perez, Carlina Garcia, Christy Schmidt and Sharon Miranda, his brothers, Brendan Little Hoop, Timothy Schmidt, Anthony Schmidt, Leland Schmidt and Christian Schmidt. He is also survived by his great-grandfather, Moses Dawn of Alliance, other aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Shane Dawn, his dad, James Schmidt, his great-grandmother, Henrietta Dawn and his uncle, Timothy Schmidt.

Funeral services will be Saturday, January 9 at 11:00 a.m. at the Indian Mission Church of God with Reverend Don Mink and Sister Linda Abold officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A wake service will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday at the church.

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 </figure>Dominic Phillip Dawn, 27, passed away January 1, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska.He was born in Omaha, NE on September 2, 1993.&nbsp; He was raised by his grandparents, whom he considered his parents, James and Lela Schmidt.&nbsp; Dominic served in the U.S. Army for 4 years and was working in the construction business.On January 10, 2014 he was united in marriage to Elena O. Reza.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Elena, his children, Karlie, Camden and Elissa, , his mother, Lela Schmidt of Lincoln, NE, his sisters, Elainna Robles, Athena Schmidt, Mimi Robles, Maggie Perez, Carlina Garcia, Christy Schmidt and Sharon Miranda, his brothers, Brendan Little Hoop, Timothy Schmidt, Anthony Schmidt, Leland Schmidt and Christian Schmidt. He is also survived by his great-grandfather, Moses Dawn of Alliance, other aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Shane Dawn, his dad, James Schmidt, his great-grandmother, Henrietta Dawn and his uncle, Timothy Schmidt.Funeral services will be Saturday, January 9 at 11:00 a.m. at the Indian Mission Church of God with Reverend Don Mink and Sister Linda Abold officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.&nbsp; A wake service will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday at the church.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Dominic Phillip Dawn (1993 - 2021)

Veryl R. Dannar went peacefully to be with the Lord on January 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born March 16, 1942 in Akorn, Colorado to Connie and Christina (Glendy) Dannar.&nbsp; He married the love of his life, Sharon Osborn on May 9, 1961 and to this union was born 2 sons, Randy and Nick.

Veryl worked for Anson and Lee Furman Ranch, the Tamahawk (Iske Family) and Carl Wilkins around Marsland for many years and then moved his family to Hemingford and began working for the Box Butte Co. Road Department.&nbsp; He became the Road Superintendent for several years before going back to doing what he loved, “just maintaining the roads.”&nbsp; He loved his family very much and enjoyed going gambling as often as he could.&nbsp;

Veryl was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Earl, Hazel, Harry, Connie Jr., Pearl, Velma; his wife Sharon and his son Randy.&nbsp; He is survived by his son Nick (Tammy); daughter-in-law Lori; grandkids Mandy (Kyle) Brice; Ryan (Katie) Dannar; great grandchildren Randie and Aiden Brice; Branson, Declan, Quinn Dannar, many nieces and nephews and friends.

He will be deeply missed, but we know he is enjoying the reunion in Heaven and will be watching over us all.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and a family graveside service will be Thursday at 2 pm .&nbsp; He requested no services, only for each of us to live life to the fullest.&nbsp; Donations may be made in care of the family to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department or Donor’s Choice and mailed to P.O. Box 13; Hemingford, so family may write personal thank-yous.

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 </figure>Veryl R. Dannar went peacefully to be with the Lord on January 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born March 16, 1942 in Akorn, Colorado to Connie and Christina (Glendy) Dannar.&nbsp; He married the love of his life, Sharon Osborn on May 9, 1961 and to this union was born 2 sons, Randy and Nick.Veryl worked for Anson and Lee Furman Ranch, the Tamahawk (Iske Family) and Carl Wilkins around Marsland for many years and then moved his family to Hemingford and began working for the Box Butte Co. Road Department.&nbsp; He became the Road Superintendent for several years before going back to doing what he loved, “just maintaining the roads.”&nbsp; He loved his family very much and enjoyed going gambling as often as he could.&nbsp;Veryl was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Earl, Hazel, Harry, Connie Jr., Pearl, Velma; his wife Sharon and his son Randy.&nbsp; He is survived by his son Nick (Tammy); daughter-in-law Lori; grandkids Mandy (Kyle) Brice; Ryan (Katie) Dannar; great grandchildren Randie and Aiden Brice; Branson, Declan, Quinn Dannar, many nieces and nephews and friends.He will be deeply missed, but we know he is enjoying the reunion in Heaven and will be watching over us all.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and a family graveside service will be Thursday at 2 pm .&nbsp; He requested no services, only for each of us to live life to the fullest.&nbsp; Donations may be made in care of the family to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department or Donor’s Choice and mailed to P.O. Box 13; Hemingford, so family may write personal thank-yous.

Veryl R. Dannar (1942 - 2021)

Mark Ronald Custer, 57, passed away Saturday evening, January 2, 2021 at his home in Alliance, NE after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

He was born on October 7, 1963 in Wheatland, Wyoming to Paul and Helen (Moller) Custer.

Following graduation from Powell High School, Mark completed two years of college at Northwest College in Powell, Wyo.&nbsp; He then transferred to the University of Wyoming where he obtained his bachelor’s degree.&nbsp; He would later complete his Master’s Degree in Education at Chadron State College.

Mark began his teaching career with the Alliance Public Schools as a science instructor in the fall of 1988 at Alliance Middle School.&nbsp; He would later transition to the Alliance High School and complete his teaching career retiring this past spring. After 31 years of teaching Mark remained dedicated to helping his students achieve success.

Mark enjoyed anything outdoors; he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and camping enthusiast. Mark loved his motorcycles and enjoyed attending the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally's. Mark loved good hunting dogs, his favorite being Gunnar. One of Mark's greatest joys came later in life when he welcomed his first grandson, Will.

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 </figure>Mark Ronald Custer, 57, passed away Saturday evening, January 2, 2021 at his home in Alliance, NE after a courageous battle with brain cancer.He was born on October 7, 1963 in Wheatland, Wyoming to Paul and Helen (Moller) Custer.Following graduation from Powell High School, Mark completed two years of college at Northwest College in Powell, Wyo.&nbsp; He then transferred to the University of Wyoming where he obtained his bachelor’s degree.&nbsp; He would later complete his Master’s Degree in Education at Chadron State College.Mark began his teaching career with the Alliance Public Schools as a science instructor in the fall of 1988 at Alliance Middle School.&nbsp; He would later transition to the Alliance High School and complete his teaching career retiring this past spring. After 31 years of teaching Mark remained dedicated to helping his students achieve success.Mark enjoyed anything outdoors; he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and camping enthusiast. Mark loved his motorcycles and enjoyed attending the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally's. Mark loved good hunting dogs, his favorite being Gunnar. One of Mark's greatest joys came later in life when he welcomed his first grandson, Will.Mark was united in marriage to Susan K. (Chubb) Lurz on April 19, 2008 at the United Methodist Church in Alliance.Survivors include his wife, Susan, his sons, Matthew (Katie) Custer of Emporia, KS and Mitchell Custer of Manhattan, KS, his step-children, Travis (Shantel) Lurz of Alliance and Brittany (Garrett) Schroeder of Grand Island, NE, his grandson, William Jett Schroeder and his grand dog, Rhett.&nbsp; He is also survived by his mother, Helen Custer of Powell, WY, his sister, Connie (Tim) Hopkins of Houston, TX, his niece, Casey Hopkins of Dallas, TX, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Barbara and Jim Harms of Valentine, NE. His father preceded him in death in April 2020.Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the funeral will be for family members only on Friday, January 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; The service will be live streamed on Facebook for those wishing to join remotely. The public is invited to the graveside at the Alliance Cemetery at approximately 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; A reception will follow at the Westside Event Center.&nbsp; Visitation will be Thursday, January 7 from 1-7 p.m. with the family being present from 4-6 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and the public is welcome to attend.Memorials may be given to the Alliance United Methodist Church, Alliance Volunteer Fire Department or to Alliance High School in honor of Mark Custer

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