Gina Marie Tolstedt, 63, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 in her home in Alliance

She was born May 14, 1956 in Alliance to Keith and June Tolstedt. She graduated from Alliance High School, attended Chadron State College and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.&nbsp; She graduated from the University of Illinois at Champagne-Urbana with a master’s degree in Art History.

Gina delighted, stimulated and brought the creative best out of her students throughout her 35 year teaching career.&nbsp; Student displays of art work were a regular part of her extra efforts.&nbsp; These displays were a great source of pride for both her and her students.

Gina’s teaching career began in Hyannis and took her to Minden, Gaffney, S.C and finally to Omaha Public Schools, where she retired after 20 years.&nbsp; She also mentored many student teachers, was active in curriculum writing, gave private art lessons and was awarded Art Educator of the year in 2007-2008 and Elementary Art Educator of the Year in 1997.&nbsp; She was a lifelong member of Nebraska Art Teachers Association and the National Art Educators Association.

Gina will be remembered by her students for her passion about art and her belief that all possessed the ability to create beauty and expression through the visual arts.&nbsp;

She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Steven of Alliance, Susan and Tim Maxcy of Gering, Michael and Barbara and Kim and Mike Wills of Alliance, Mark and Jill of Sioux City, IA and Lance and Tracy of Gilbert, AZ.&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Gina was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and June Tolstedt and her grandparents, Jake and Emma Herman and Calvin and Virlene Tolstedt.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

Memorials may be given for the Pillars in the Park and may be sent in care of the family to 1012 Niobrara, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.

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

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 </figure>Gina Marie Tolstedt, 63, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 in her home in AllianceShe was born May 14, 1956 in Alliance to Keith and June Tolstedt. She graduated from Alliance High School, attended Chadron State College and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley.&nbsp; She graduated from the University of Illinois at Champagne-Urbana with a master’s degree in Art History.Gina delighted, stimulated and brought the creative best out of her students throughout her 35 year teaching career.&nbsp; Student displays of art work were a regular part of her extra efforts.&nbsp; These displays were a great source of pride for both her and her students.Gina’s teaching career began in Hyannis and took her to Minden, Gaffney, S.C and finally to Omaha Public Schools, where she retired after 20 years.&nbsp; She also mentored many student teachers, was active in curriculum writing, gave private art lessons and was awarded Art Educator of the year in 2007-2008 and Elementary Art Educator of the Year in 1997.&nbsp; She was a lifelong member of Nebraska Art Teachers Association and the National Art Educators Association.Gina will be remembered by her students for her passion about art and her belief that all possessed the ability to create beauty and expression through the visual arts.&nbsp;She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Steven of Alliance, Susan and Tim Maxcy of Gering, Michael and Barbara and Kim and Mike Wills of Alliance, Mark and Jill of Sioux City, IA and Lance and Tracy of Gilbert, AZ.&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.Gina was preceded in death by her parents, Keith and June Tolstedt and her grandparents, Jake and Emma Herman and Calvin and Virlene Tolstedt.Funeral services will be Tuesday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday from 3-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.Memorials may be given for the Pillars in the Park and may be sent in care of the family to 1012 Niobrara, Alliance, NE&nbsp; 69301.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Gina Marie Tolstedt (1956 - 2020

Bruce Eugene Engel, 68, passed away Monday, January 28, 2020.

He was born April 13, 1951 in Alliance to Paul and Marcene (Wanek) Engel.

On December 27, 1969 he was united in marriage to Donna C. Delsing at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.

Bruce graduated from Hemingford High and later earned a bachelors and master’s degree from Chadron State College where he went on to pursue his career aspirations as an educator and coach. In 1980, Bruce and his wife Donna, took on the world by purchasing land and starting their own farm from the ground up to allow them to raise their boys in their hometown of Hemingford.&nbsp; While in Hemingford he was an active member of the Jaycees and championed the development of the baseball field and Jaycee trap shoot facility.&nbsp; Bruce never knew a stranger and would have given the shirt off of his back for anyone in need.&nbsp; Above everything he loved and cherished time with his family.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Donna, his son and their wives, Chris and Brenda Engel of Justin, TX and Josh and Brigette Engel of Lincoln, NE, his grandchildren, Aubry, Makayla, Dawson, Taylor, Payton, Conner, Raegan and Axum.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Bill and Sharon Engel of Cozad, and Dave and Kim Engel of Scottsbluff, his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert Delsing of Hemingford, Pat and Ron Schmit of Grand Island and Linda and Dennis Folkerts of Hemingford along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers-in-law, Kevin Sorensen and Gene Delsing, his sister-in-law, Karen Delsing and his nephew Eric Schmit.

Memorial services will be Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Tim Stoner officiating.

Memorials may be sent in care of the family to&nbsp;7071 Dakota Road, Hemingford, NE 69348&nbsp;for a future designation.

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 </figure>Bruce Eugene Engel, 68, passed away Monday, January 28, 2020.He was born April 13, 1951 in Alliance to Paul and Marcene (Wanek) Engel.On December 27, 1969 he was united in marriage to Donna C. Delsing at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford.Bruce graduated from Hemingford High and later earned a bachelors and master’s degree from Chadron State College where he went on to pursue his career aspirations as an educator and coach. In 1980, Bruce and his wife Donna, took on the world by purchasing land and starting their own farm from the ground up to allow them to raise their boys in their hometown of Hemingford.&nbsp; While in Hemingford he was an active member of the Jaycees and championed the development of the baseball field and Jaycee trap shoot facility.&nbsp; Bruce never knew a stranger and would have given the shirt off of his back for anyone in need.&nbsp; Above everything he loved and cherished time with his family.Bruce is survived by his wife, Donna, his son and their wives, Chris and Brenda Engel of Justin, TX and Josh and Brigette Engel of Lincoln, NE, his grandchildren, Aubry, Makayla, Dawson, Taylor, Payton, Conner, Raegan and Axum.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers, Bill and Sharon Engel of Cozad, and Dave and Kim Engel of Scottsbluff, his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robert Delsing of Hemingford, Pat and Ron Schmit of Grand Island and Linda and Dennis Folkerts of Hemingford along with numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers-in-law, Kevin Sorensen and Gene Delsing, his sister-in-law, Karen Delsing and his nephew Eric Schmit.Memorial services will be Friday, January 31, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Hemingford with Father Tim Stoner officiating.Memorials may be sent in care of the family to&nbsp;7071 Dakota Road, Hemingford, NE 69348&nbsp;for a future designation.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Bruce Engel (1951 - 2020

Edna Mae Hall, 90, was called home to the arms of her loving Savior on January 28, 2020.

She was born October 11, 1929, in Alliance, to George and Vita Laverne (Nason) Ditsch.&nbsp; The eldest of six children, she learned responsibility at a young age.&nbsp; She graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1947.&nbsp; Determined to make her own way in life, she then graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Alliance and obtained her license as a registered nurse.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William G. Brown, and to this union were born three sons:&nbsp; Stephen Glen, Larry Lee, and Ronald Dean.&nbsp; They later divorced, and Mae worked as many as three jobs at a time to support herself and her sons.&nbsp; During her nursing career, she worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance and with Dr. Joseph Gardner in his clinic.

In 1971, she married Donald B. Hall.&nbsp; During nearly 32 years together, they enjoyed watching their children mature into adults, working together on the ranch, and relaxing at their cabin in the Black Hills.&nbsp; Their greatest love was their grandchildren.&nbsp; Mae loved to entertain, was always generous, and was continually asking what she could do for the people around her.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and gardening, especially raising beautiful roses.

Mae is survived by her sons, Stephen (Kim) Brown of Georgetown, Texas, Larry (Sandy) Brown of Canton, Kansas, and Ronald (Cindy) Brown of Alliance; her grandchildren, Jessica (Bradley) Mues of Everett, Washington; Amanda Brown of Loveland, Colorado; and Andrew (Allison) Brown of Wichita, Kansas; her great-grandson, Nolan Mues; her sisters, Duana Dugger of Alliance, Suzie Spangler of Gordon, Nebraska and Kay Reid of North Platte, Nebraska; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Maureen Roller of Alliance.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister Lolita Brinker; brother Donald Ditsch; and her parents.

Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, January 31, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Alliance with Rev. Richard Mueller and Rev. Martin Schnare officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, January 30, from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials in Mae’s honor be given to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Edna Mae Hall, 90, was called home to the arms of her loving Savior on January 28, 2020.She was born October 11, 1929, in Alliance, to George and Vita Laverne (Nason) Ditsch.&nbsp; The eldest of six children, she learned responsibility at a young age.&nbsp; She graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1947.&nbsp; Determined to make her own way in life, she then graduated from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Alliance and obtained her license as a registered nurse.&nbsp; In 1951, she married William G. Brown, and to this union were born three sons:&nbsp; Stephen Glen, Larry Lee, and Ronald Dean.&nbsp; They later divorced, and Mae worked as many as three jobs at a time to support herself and her sons.&nbsp; During her nursing career, she worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Alliance and with Dr. Joseph Gardner in his clinic.In 1971, she married Donald B. Hall.&nbsp; During nearly 32 years together, they enjoyed watching their children mature into adults, working together on the ranch, and relaxing at their cabin in the Black Hills.&nbsp; Their greatest love was their grandchildren.&nbsp; Mae loved to entertain, was always generous, and was continually asking what she could do for the people around her.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and gardening, especially raising beautiful roses.Mae is survived by her sons, Stephen (Kim) Brown of Georgetown, Texas, Larry (Sandy) Brown of Canton, Kansas, and Ronald (Cindy) Brown of Alliance; her grandchildren, Jessica (Bradley) Mues of Everett, Washington; Amanda Brown of Loveland, Colorado; and Andrew (Allison) Brown of Wichita, Kansas; her great-grandson, Nolan Mues; her sisters, Duana Dugger of Alliance, Suzie Spangler of Gordon, Nebraska and Kay Reid of North Platte, Nebraska; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special friend, Maureen Roller of Alliance.She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister Lolita Brinker; brother Donald Ditsch; and her parents.Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday, January 31, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Alliance with Rev. Richard Mueller and Rev. Martin Schnare officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, January 30, from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials in Mae’s honor be given to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Edna Mae Hall (1929-2020

Delores A. Flint, 88, died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at Legacy Arbors in Lincoln, NE.

She was born Sept. 12, 1931, at Hemingford in Box Butte County, to Glen and Leona (Langston) Traster.

Delores grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1949. On Oct. 16, 1955, she married Arthur J. Flint at Hemingford.

She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper at Live Wire Transfer, Borror Chevrolet, Art’s Conoco, Alliance Community TV, and at the Alliance United Methodist Church. She was active in the church throughout her life as a member of several women’s prayer and study groups, a Sunday School teacher, and a ringer in the handbell choir. She loved reading, walking and traveling. She moved to Lincoln to be closer to her children in 2017.

She is survived by her son Glen (Sonya) Flint of Springfield; daughter Sally (Roger) Buchholz of Lincoln; grandsons Cory and Toby Flint of Omaha; and brother Elton Traster of Rapid City, South Dakota.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Alliance United Methodist Church, Alliance Pillars in the Park, Dobby’s Frontier Town, the Hemingford Community Foundation or to the University of Nebraska Foundation - Flint Scholarship,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nufoundation.org/" target="_blank">www.nufoundation.org</a>.

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

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 </figure>Delores A. Flint, 88, died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, at Legacy Arbors in Lincoln, NE.She was born Sept. 12, 1931, at Hemingford in Box Butte County, to Glen and Leona (Langston) Traster.Delores grew up in Hemingford and graduated from Hemingford High School in 1949. On Oct. 16, 1955, she married Arthur J. Flint at Hemingford.She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper at Live Wire Transfer, Borror Chevrolet, Art’s Conoco, Alliance Community TV, and at the Alliance United Methodist Church. She was active in the church throughout her life as a member of several women’s prayer and study groups, a Sunday School teacher, and a ringer in the handbell choir. She loved reading, walking and traveling. She moved to Lincoln to be closer to her children in 2017.She is survived by her son Glen (Sonya) Flint of Springfield; daughter Sally (Roger) Buchholz of Lincoln; grandsons Cory and Toby Flint of Omaha; and brother Elton Traster of Rapid City, South Dakota.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the United Methodist Church in Alliance with Rev. Gideon Achi officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Alliance United Methodist Church, Alliance Pillars in the Park, Dobby’s Frontier Town, the Hemingford Community Foundation or to the University of Nebraska Foundation - Flint Scholarship,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nufoundation.org/" target="_blank">www.nufoundation.org</a>.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Attachments area

Delores A. Flint (1931-2020

Herbert C. “Herb” Hinman, 93, of Gering, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Heritage Estates in Gering. At his request, cremation has taken place. His Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Ben Poole officiating. Inurnment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery outside of Scottsbluff with military honors by the Nebraska National Guard Honor Guard. Memorials may be given to the church or the donor’s choice. 

Gering Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left by visiting www.geringchapel.com Herb was born April 11, 1926 in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska to Lloyd and Stella (James) Hinman. He lived all of his life in Scotts Bluff County except for a short time when the family lived at Bayard and while he was stationed in the Army (1945-1946). He graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1943. Herb was united in marriage to Marie A. Tillotson on December 5, 1945 in Scottsbluff. To this union three children were born. Herb farmed with his dad for two years and then worked at Valley Implement and Hiner Implement companies for 38 years in parts, becoming the manager and later an officer of Hiner Company. Herb was baptized and a life-long member at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff where he served on the Board of Trustees, Budget and Finance Committees, and volunteered. 

Herb enjoyed dancing, fishing, water-skiing, bowling, building things using wood or metal, gardening, and decorating his yard and home for the holidays. Later in his retirement years he traveled, went on cruises, and visited Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, and often Branson, Missouri. Marie passed away in 2011. Herb married Pauline “Polly” Fisher Hays on October 25, 2012. Herb is survived by his wife Pauline of Gering; children: Linda Hinman of Scottsbluff, Douglas (Barb) Hinman of Oregon, and Patrick (Val) Hinman of York, Nebraska; grandchildren Leslie (Matt) Templin, Janelle (Johnathan) Neal, Gregory Hinman, and Travis (Suzette) Hinman; great-grandchildren Riley (Emily) Hinman, Penelope Neal, Zachary, Abby, and Isaac Hinman; great-great-grandchildren Jaxon, Henry, and Harper Hinman; sister Ardis Bowen of Mitchell; sister-in-law Betty Maupin, of Montana; step-children: Devon (Gene) Curry of California and Randy and Elaine Hays of Cheyenne, WY; Polly’s grandchildren: Val (Brian) Mitchell, Stuart (Katie) Hayes, Melissa Michael, and Jesse Michael and son; Polly’s great-grandchildren Thomas Anderson, and Vaughn Marie and Willow Mitchell; nieces, nephews, and several extended family members. Herb was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie, mother, father, sisters: Arlene (Leo) Wiege, Norma (Harold) Peterson, Mima (Dewain) Edgar and Donna (Irv) Schuman, brothers-in-law Bob Maupin and Kelly Bowen, sister-in-law Phyllis (Alex) Marsh, and brothers Morris and Dean who died in infancy.

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 </figure>Herbert C. “Herb” Hinman, 93, of Gering, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Heritage Estates in Gering. At his request, cremation has taken place. His Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Ben Poole officiating. Inurnment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery outside of Scottsbluff with military honors by the Nebraska National Guard Honor Guard. Memorials may be given to the church or the donor’s choice. Gering Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left by visiting www.geringchapel.com Herb was born April 11, 1926 in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska to Lloyd and Stella (James) Hinman. He lived all of his life in Scotts Bluff County except for a short time when the family lived at Bayard and while he was stationed in the Army (1945-1946). He graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1943. Herb was united in marriage to Marie A. Tillotson on December 5, 1945 in Scottsbluff. To this union three children were born. Herb farmed with his dad for two years and then worked at Valley Implement and Hiner Implement companies for 38 years in parts, becoming the manager and later an officer of Hiner Company. Herb was baptized and a life-long member at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff where he served on the Board of Trustees, Budget and Finance Committees, and volunteered. Herb enjoyed dancing, fishing, water-skiing, bowling, building things using wood or metal, gardening, and decorating his yard and home for the holidays. Later in his retirement years he traveled, went on cruises, and visited Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, and often Branson, Missouri. Marie passed away in 2011. Herb married Pauline “Polly” Fisher Hays on October 25, 2012. Herb is survived by his wife Pauline of Gering; children: Linda Hinman of Scottsbluff, Douglas (Barb) Hinman of Oregon, and Patrick (Val) Hinman of York, Nebraska; grandchildren Leslie (Matt) Templin, Janelle (Johnathan) Neal, Gregory Hinman, and Travis (Suzette) Hinman; great-grandchildren Riley (Emily) Hinman, Penelope Neal, Zachary, Abby, and Isaac Hinman; great-great-grandchildren Jaxon, Henry, and Harper Hinman; sister Ardis Bowen of Mitchell; sister-in-law Betty Maupin, of Montana; step-children: Devon (Gene) Curry of California and Randy and Elaine Hays of Cheyenne, WY; Polly’s grandchildren: Val (Brian) Mitchell, Stuart (Katie) Hayes, Melissa Michael, and Jesse Michael and son; Polly’s great-grandchildren Thomas Anderson, and Vaughn Marie and Willow Mitchell; nieces, nephews, and several extended family members. Herb was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie, mother, father, sisters: Arlene (Leo) Wiege, Norma (Harold) Peterson, Mima (Dewain) Edgar and Donna (Irv) Schuman, brothers-in-law Bob Maupin and Kelly Bowen, sister-in-law Phyllis (Alex) Marsh, and brothers Morris and Dean who died in infancy.

Herbert C. 'Herb' Hinman (1926 - 2020

Wanda Faye Perkins, 68 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Monument Care &amp; Rehab in Scottsbluff. Her memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Edwin Bravatti officiating. She will be interred in Williamsburg, Kentucky in June. Memorials may be given to the church.&nbsp;

Wanda was born on March 30, 1951 to Jesse and Ellen Geneva (Bunch) Perkins in Mountain Ash, Kentucky where she attended school. She was a caregiver for number of families in Kentucky. In 1969, she married William “Bill” Felix McFarland. She moved to California 1970-1975, to Alliance 1975-1984 then moved to Scottsbluff in 1984 til present. Wanda was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff. She enjoyed collecting teddy bears, angels and butterflies. 

Wanda is survived by her children, Sharon Harsin, Timothy McFarland and Boice McFarland; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters Jimmy Ray Perkins, Linda Joyce Walden, Treva Perkins, Retha Rojas, Ruth Leach, Deborah Collett and Mary Alice Perkins and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Jesse and Geneva, children’s father William Felix McFarland, brother Jacky Perkins, infant sister Rose Marie Perkins and daughter-in-law Kim McFarland.

Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>Wanda Faye Perkins, 68 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Monument Care &amp; Rehab in Scottsbluff. Her memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Edwin Bravatti officiating. She will be interred in Williamsburg, Kentucky in June. Memorials may be given to the church.&nbsp;Wanda was born on March 30, 1951 to Jesse and Ellen Geneva (Bunch) Perkins in Mountain Ash, Kentucky where she attended school. She was a caregiver for number of families in Kentucky. In 1969, she married William “Bill” Felix McFarland. She moved to California 1970-1975, to Alliance 1975-1984 then moved to Scottsbluff in 1984 til present. Wanda was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff. She enjoyed collecting teddy bears, angels and butterflies. Wanda is survived by her children, Sharon Harsin, Timothy McFarland and Boice McFarland; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters Jimmy Ray Perkins, Linda Joyce Walden, Treva Perkins, Retha Rojas, Ruth Leach, Deborah Collett and Mary Alice Perkins and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Jesse and Geneva, children’s father William Felix McFarland, brother Jacky Perkins, infant sister Rose Marie Perkins and daughter-in-law Kim McFarland.Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Wanda Faye Perkins (1951 - 2020

With deepest sorrow we announce that Kenneth L. Hooper, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Western Nebraska Veterans Home in Scottsbluff, where he had resided for the last four years.

Ken was born July 6, 1922 in Brownlee, Nebraska to Nuck and Sylvia (Hankins) Hooper.&nbsp;&nbsp;He spent the early part of his childhood on the Boiling Springs Ranch near Cody, Nebraska, and had many fond memories of his time growing up there.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the hard years of the Depression, the family moved to Gordon, and eventually to the Half Diamond E Metzger Ranch north of Hyannis.&nbsp;&nbsp;There Ken broke horses and worked as a ranch hand until enlisting in the United States Army during World War II.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the war, he attained the rank of Sergeant while serving as Telecommunications Specialist in the European Theatre.&nbsp;&nbsp;After being honorably discharged from the Army, Ken returned home and was employed by Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in Alliance, Nebraska, and later Rapid City, South Dakota.

Ken married Dorothy Nelson on June 11, 1947, and with Ken’s love for ranching, he quit the phone company and they spent the next 15 years working on the Marvin Metzger Ranch north of Gordon.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the spring of 1966, Ken and Dorothy leased, and eventually purchased, a ranch from Ken’s uncle Warren Hooper in south Sheridan County where they spent the next fifty years building a successful cattle operation from next to nothing.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union were born two daughters, Sandra and Connie.&nbsp;

Ken was kind, humble, honest and hard working.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed working cattle and taking care of the ranch.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had a gentle way with animals, especially horses, and was the definition of a true steward of God’s great resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a great man who loved to kid around.&nbsp;&nbsp;One of his great joys in life was being grandpa to his five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Ken is survived by his daughter Sandra (Dennis) DeBusk, daughter Connie Kirchner, grandchildren Kerry (Mike) Myers, Jeff (Kristy) DeBusk, Courtney (Keefer) Brumbach, Andrew (Becky) Kirchner, Amanda Kirchner, Candice (Justin) Gibson, and seven great grandchildren Ty and Brady Myers, Clementine and Harrison Brumbach, Payten, Kennedie and Brookelyn Gibson. Sister Dena (Jack) Drury, sister-in-law Junie (Rex) Hooper, sister in law Margaret (Archie) Nelson, brother-in-law Winston “Bub” Nelson, many nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp;

Ken was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy, parents, brother Bernard and sister-in-law Wilma, brothers Dwight and Rex, and sister Faye and brother-in law Woodrow Metzger, sister Betty and brother-in-law Ray Jaeger, brothers-in law Elwood and Archie Nelson, and sister-in-law Olga (Nelson) and brother-in-law Jack Taylor, sisters-in-law Anna May(Bub) Nelson and Helen Nelson, and sister-in-law Frances (Nelson) and brother-in-law Renard Snyder.

Funeral services will be held at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home in Gordon on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 10:30 am with Pastor Roy Monahan of the Church of the Sandhills in Hyannis officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Gordon Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the Hemingford Rural Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>With deepest sorrow we announce that Kenneth L. Hooper, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Western Nebraska Veterans Home in Scottsbluff, where he had resided for the last four years.Ken was born July 6, 1922 in Brownlee, Nebraska to Nuck and Sylvia (Hankins) Hooper.&nbsp;&nbsp;He spent the early part of his childhood on the Boiling Springs Ranch near Cody, Nebraska, and had many fond memories of his time growing up there.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the hard years of the Depression, the family moved to Gordon, and eventually to the Half Diamond E Metzger Ranch north of Hyannis.&nbsp;&nbsp;There Ken broke horses and worked as a ranch hand until enlisting in the United States Army during World War II.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the war, he attained the rank of Sergeant while serving as Telecommunications Specialist in the European Theatre.&nbsp;&nbsp;After being honorably discharged from the Army, Ken returned home and was employed by Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in Alliance, Nebraska, and later Rapid City, South Dakota.Ken married Dorothy Nelson on June 11, 1947, and with Ken’s love for ranching, he quit the phone company and they spent the next 15 years working on the Marvin Metzger Ranch north of Gordon.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the spring of 1966, Ken and Dorothy leased, and eventually purchased, a ranch from Ken’s uncle Warren Hooper in south Sheridan County where they spent the next fifty years building a successful cattle operation from next to nothing.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union were born two daughters, Sandra and Connie.&nbsp;Ken was kind, humble, honest and hard working.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed working cattle and taking care of the ranch.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had a gentle way with animals, especially horses, and was the definition of a true steward of God’s great resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a great man who loved to kid around.&nbsp;&nbsp;One of his great joys in life was being grandpa to his five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.Ken is survived by his daughter Sandra (Dennis) DeBusk, daughter Connie Kirchner, grandchildren Kerry (Mike) Myers, Jeff (Kristy) DeBusk, Courtney (Keefer) Brumbach, Andrew (Becky) Kirchner, Amanda Kirchner, Candice (Justin) Gibson, and seven great grandchildren Ty and Brady Myers, Clementine and Harrison Brumbach, Payten, Kennedie and Brookelyn Gibson. Sister Dena (Jack) Drury, sister-in-law Junie (Rex) Hooper, sister in law Margaret (Archie) Nelson, brother-in-law Winston “Bub” Nelson, many nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp;Ken was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Dorothy, parents, brother Bernard and sister-in-law Wilma, brothers Dwight and Rex, and sister Faye and brother-in law Woodrow Metzger, sister Betty and brother-in-law Ray Jaeger, brothers-in law Elwood and Archie Nelson, and sister-in-law Olga (Nelson) and brother-in-law Jack Taylor, sisters-in-law Anna May(Bub) Nelson and Helen Nelson, and sister-in-law Frances (Nelson) and brother-in-law Renard Snyder.Funeral services will be held at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home in Gordon on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 10:30 am with Pastor Roy Monahan of the Church of the Sandhills in Hyannis officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Gordon Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the Hemingford Rural Fire Department and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Kenneth L. Hooper (1922 - 2020

Robert A. Moore, 80, passed away, Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at his home in Alliance.&nbsp; He had been Electrical Superintendent for the city for 7 years until his retirement.

Robert was born December 21, 1939 in Alameda, California to Alvin and Jackie (Romine) Moore.&nbsp; He married Elaine (Broberg) Bradford on August 21, 1998.&nbsp;&nbsp;

At Robert’s request, cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held at this time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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 </figure>Robert A. Moore, 80, passed away, Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at his home in Alliance.&nbsp; He had been Electrical Superintendent for the city for 7 years until his retirement.Robert was born December 21, 1939 in Alameda, California to Alvin and Jackie (Romine) Moore.&nbsp; He married Elaine (Broberg) Bradford on August 21, 1998.&nbsp;&nbsp;At Robert’s request, cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held at this time.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Robert A. Moore (1939 - 2019

Gary Ray Lore, 81, of Alliance/Gering, Nebraska, died on January 21, 2020 at the Western Nebraska Veterans Home in Scottsbluff. His graveside Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at West Lawn Cemetery with Reverend Richard Neugebauer officiating. Military honors will be presented by the United States Air Force Honor Guard. In lieu of a memorial, we ask that you pay it forward with a small gesture of kindness to another person, as Gary always did. Online condolences may be left at www.geringchapel.com

He was born January 24, 1938 at Alliance to Ira Kirby and Anna Mae (Sitler) Lore. He received his education and graduated from Alliance High School. Gary enjoyed his time in the United States Air Force (1960-1964) where he was a mechanic stationed in Brazil. He was married to Linda Jean Ackerman on September 26, 1965 at Alliance and the couple made their home in Gering.

Gary loved camping and fishing with his family, He also loved to roller skate and worked every weekend at the local roller skating rinks and to square dance with his wife whom he missed dearly following her death. Gary was a very caring and loving husband, father, brother and friend. Gary’s greatest joys were his grandchildren and caring for them. His other passions was reading and always learning.

Survivors include Daughter Tracy (Lawrence) Lore-Bilek of Loveland, CO; Son Alan (Dana) Lore of Honolulu, HI; Daughter Mary (Sean) Suhr of Minatare; grandchildren Kristie Lore, Garrett and Gregory Bilek, Devin and Aaron Suhr, and Anuhea Hauanio-Lore; Great Grandson Izaiah; sisters Carol (Don) Meyer of Cheyenne, WY; brothers Merle (Linda) Lore of Alliance and Glen (Diane) Lore of Lincoln; and many nieces and nephews and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by wife Linda Lore, parents Ira and Anna Lore, brother Clyde Boone, and sister Hallie Lore.

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 </figure>Gary Ray Lore, 81, of Alliance/Gering, Nebraska, died on January 21, 2020 at the Western Nebraska Veterans Home in Scottsbluff. His graveside Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at West Lawn Cemetery with Reverend Richard Neugebauer officiating. Military honors will be presented by the United States Air Force Honor Guard. In lieu of a memorial, we ask that you pay it forward with a small gesture of kindness to another person, as Gary always did. Online condolences may be left at www.geringchapel.comHe was born January 24, 1938 at Alliance to Ira Kirby and Anna Mae (Sitler) Lore. He received his education and graduated from Alliance High School. Gary enjoyed his time in the United States Air Force (1960-1964) where he was a mechanic stationed in Brazil. He was married to Linda Jean Ackerman on September 26, 1965 at Alliance and the couple made their home in Gering.Gary loved camping and fishing with his family, He also loved to roller skate and worked every weekend at the local roller skating rinks and to square dance with his wife whom he missed dearly following her death. Gary was a very caring and loving husband, father, brother and friend. Gary’s greatest joys were his grandchildren and caring for them. His other passions was reading and always learning.Survivors include Daughter Tracy (Lawrence) Lore-Bilek of Loveland, CO; Son Alan (Dana) Lore of Honolulu, HI; Daughter Mary (Sean) Suhr of Minatare; grandchildren Kristie Lore, Garrett and Gregory Bilek, Devin and Aaron Suhr, and Anuhea Hauanio-Lore; Great Grandson Izaiah; sisters Carol (Don) Meyer of Cheyenne, WY; brothers Merle (Linda) Lore of Alliance and Glen (Diane) Lore of Lincoln; and many nieces and nephews and extended family members.He was preceded in death by wife Linda Lore, parents Ira and Anna Lore, brother Clyde Boone, and sister Hallie Lore.

Gary Ray Lore (1938 - 2020

Douglas Franklin Taylor Sr.72 passed away peacefully at home in his sleep Saturday January 18, 2020.&nbsp; He was born in Omaha, NE on February 11, 1947 to Elizabeth (Porter) and Robert Taylor, being the second child born to this union. Elizabeth and Robert divorced a few years later, and Elizabeth moved to Alliance, NE, where Doug remained until his early twenties.

Doug spent his early twenties in California, then traveled to and worked a summer at Yellowstone National Park, and eventually ended up in Boulder, CO where he worked at a car lot and later as a mechanic for a local repair shop. During his time in Boulder, Doug met and married Linda Greb, they moved to Sheridan WY for a short time, where their twins Douglas Jr and Patricia were born in 1973.&nbsp; They then returned to CO.

Doug and Linda made their home in Lafayette, CO, where he continued to work as a mechanic in a repair shop, and built and raced a stock car (#12) at the Colorado National Speedway for several years.

Doug returned to Alliance NE in 1979 to work for the Railroad for a while, and to fulfill his dream of having his own repair shop/salvage yard.&nbsp; This would be what he spent the remainder of his life doing.

No one was a stranger to Doug. He had the gift of gab and was always eager to share his newest joke or funny story, or to talk cars to anyone willing to chat. Doug was happy-go-lucky and would give selflessly to others, his door was always open. He had a soft spot for animals and shared his life with several beloved dogs, cats, a horse for his daughter and numerous farm animals throughout his children’s youth. Doug had one very special dog, Otis, who was the neighbor’s dog, but who adopted him, eventually coming to live with him and become his sidekick for several years.

Doug’s salvage yard brought people in from all over. He had several return customers from Australia, Norway, Dubai, Canada, and Alaska, and shipped parts all over the world through EBay. Doug was active in establishing the re-opening of the Alliance Speedway and he and Linda served as Flagmen for several years. Doug donated several cars to the construction of Carhenge and sponsored the pedal car give away for the 385 Cruisers Club for several years, as well as sponsoring many of his friends Stock Cars and Derby Cars.

Doug is survived by his children Douglas Jr (Tiffanie) and Patty, their mother Linda Taylor, all of Alliance, grandchildren Matthew, Jewelia, Spencer and Hayedon Taylor, Joshua and Daniel Taylor all of Alliance, Destiny (Andy) Fults (Grand Junction CO, sisters Ellen (late Tyler) Kunasek of Sun Tan Valley, Arizona, and Lori (Rick) Buffinton of Omaha, brother Chris (Mary) Hagaman of Fremont, sister-in-law Diane (late Greg) Hagaman of Lincoln City Oregon and their families, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Doug was preceded in death by both parents, step father Otto Hagaman, his brothers Greg and Gene Hagaman, brother-in-law Tyler, and son-in-law Virgil Kohler.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 22 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, January 21 from 1-7 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. Casual dress is requested and in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family at 6961 Otoe Road, Alliance NE 69301, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

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 </figure>Douglas Franklin Taylor Sr.72 passed away peacefully at home in his sleep Saturday January 18, 2020.&nbsp; He was born in Omaha, NE on February 11, 1947 to Elizabeth (Porter) and Robert Taylor, being the second child born to this union. Elizabeth and Robert divorced a few years later, and Elizabeth moved to Alliance, NE, where Doug remained until his early twenties.Doug spent his early twenties in California, then traveled to and worked a summer at Yellowstone National Park, and eventually ended up in Boulder, CO where he worked at a car lot and later as a mechanic for a local repair shop. During his time in Boulder, Doug met and married Linda Greb, they moved to Sheridan WY for a short time, where their twins Douglas Jr and Patricia were born in 1973.&nbsp; They then returned to CO.Doug and Linda made their home in Lafayette, CO, where he continued to work as a mechanic in a repair shop, and built and raced a stock car (#12) at the Colorado National Speedway for several years.Doug returned to Alliance NE in 1979 to work for the Railroad for a while, and to fulfill his dream of having his own repair shop/salvage yard.&nbsp; This would be what he spent the remainder of his life doing.No one was a stranger to Doug. He had the gift of gab and was always eager to share his newest joke or funny story, or to talk cars to anyone willing to chat. Doug was happy-go-lucky and would give selflessly to others, his door was always open. He had a soft spot for animals and shared his life with several beloved dogs, cats, a horse for his daughter and numerous farm animals throughout his children’s youth. Doug had one very special dog, Otis, who was the neighbor’s dog, but who adopted him, eventually coming to live with him and become his sidekick for several years.Doug’s salvage yard brought people in from all over. He had several return customers from Australia, Norway, Dubai, Canada, and Alaska, and shipped parts all over the world through EBay. Doug was active in establishing the re-opening of the Alliance Speedway and he and Linda served as Flagmen for several years. Doug donated several cars to the construction of Carhenge and sponsored the pedal car give away for the 385 Cruisers Club for several years, as well as sponsoring many of his friends Stock Cars and Derby Cars.Doug is survived by his children Douglas Jr (Tiffanie) and Patty, their mother Linda Taylor, all of Alliance, grandchildren Matthew, Jewelia, Spencer and Hayedon Taylor, Joshua and Daniel Taylor all of Alliance, Destiny (Andy) Fults (Grand Junction CO, sisters Ellen (late Tyler) Kunasek of Sun Tan Valley, Arizona, and Lori (Rick) Buffinton of Omaha, brother Chris (Mary) Hagaman of Fremont, sister-in-law Diane (late Greg) Hagaman of Lincoln City Oregon and their families, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Doug was preceded in death by both parents, step father Otto Hagaman, his brothers Greg and Gene Hagaman, brother-in-law Tyler, and son-in-law Virgil Kohler.Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 22 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel with Jeanie Sedivy officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, January 21 from 1-7 p.m. at the funeral home.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service. Casual dress is requested and in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family at 6961 Otoe Road, Alliance NE 69301, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>.

Douglas Franklin Taylor, Sr. (1947 - 2019)

Kelly Jay Parker was born April 25, 1964 in Chadron, NE to William Lote Parker and Corale “Dood” Vay Parker (Smith). He passed away at age 55 on January 13, 2020 in his home in Rapid City, SD of natural causes.

&nbsp;Kelly was raised in Hay Springs and enjoyed learning to work on vehicles from his dad at G&amp;S Auto. He also enjoyed going to the car auctions in Denver, CO with his dad and brothers any chance they got. He graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1982. Following graduation, he and Lesa moved to Rapid City, SD where Kelly continued his passion by working several jobs in marine mechanics. They got married April 14, 1984 and were married for 26 years. To this union three children were born, Carrie Lynn (Jacob, Kyle Jesse, and Dylan Dane. In 1992 they moved back to Hay Springs where Kelly worked at Summerville Oil for 14 years until it was closed. In 2006, he opened the old family business under the name Parker’s. In 2010 Kelly moved back to Rapid City to continue his mechanic career at Tires, Tires, Tires and has worked there the last nine years.

He has always enjoyed working on vehicles, spending time with family and going to drag races with the family. Kelly was always a kind, good natured person who never met a stranger. He was always willing to help anyone who needed it.

&nbsp;Kelly was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Parents, William and Corale Parker, brother Scott Parker, two nephews, Christopher William and Owen Bradley Parker, and daughter in law Katie Rose Paul Parker.

Kelly is survived by his children, Carrie, Kyle, Dylan, and a grandson Jaxon Jacob. His brothers Brad (Linda) Parker, Craig Parker, sister in law Teri Parker, many nieces, nephews, cousins and many more family and friends.

Funeral Services for Kelly Parker of Rapid City, SD will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 2:00PM&nbsp;at the Hay Springs Methodist Church with Pastor Paul Smith officiating. Burial will follow at the Hay Springs City Cemetery.

Kelly was born on April 25, 1964. He was 55.

Condolences may be made online at chamberlainchapel.com

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 </figure>Kelly Jay Parker was born April 25, 1964 in Chadron, NE to William Lote Parker and Corale “Dood” Vay Parker (Smith). He passed away at age 55 on January 13, 2020 in his home in Rapid City, SD of natural causes.&nbsp;Kelly was raised in Hay Springs and enjoyed learning to work on vehicles from his dad at G&amp;S Auto. He also enjoyed going to the car auctions in Denver, CO with his dad and brothers any chance they got. He graduated from Hay Springs High School in 1982. Following graduation, he and Lesa moved to Rapid City, SD where Kelly continued his passion by working several jobs in marine mechanics. They got married April 14, 1984 and were married for 26 years. To this union three children were born, Carrie Lynn (Jacob, Kyle Jesse, and Dylan Dane. In 1992 they moved back to Hay Springs where Kelly worked at Summerville Oil for 14 years until it was closed. In 2006, he opened the old family business under the name Parker’s. In 2010 Kelly moved back to Rapid City to continue his mechanic career at Tires, Tires, Tires and has worked there the last nine years.He has always enjoyed working on vehicles, spending time with family and going to drag races with the family. Kelly was always a kind, good natured person who never met a stranger. He was always willing to help anyone who needed it.&nbsp;Kelly was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Parents, William and Corale Parker, brother Scott Parker, two nephews, Christopher William and Owen Bradley Parker, and daughter in law Katie Rose Paul Parker.Kelly is survived by his children, Carrie, Kyle, Dylan, and a grandson Jaxon Jacob. His brothers Brad (Linda) Parker, Craig Parker, sister in law Teri Parker, many nieces, nephews, cousins and many more family and friends.Funeral Services for Kelly Parker of Rapid City, SD will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 2:00PM&nbsp;at the Hay Springs Methodist Church with Pastor Paul Smith officiating. Burial will follow at the Hay Springs City Cemetery.Kelly was born on April 25, 1964. He was 55.Condolences may be made online at chamberlainchapel.com

Kelly Jay Parker (1964 - 2019

Erna W. Goehring, 94, of Alliance, NE (formerly Rapid City, SD) passed away on January 15, 2020, at Highland Park Care Center surrounded by her loving family.

Erna was born July 1, 1925, in Java, SD to John C. and Katherine Wiedmeier Bauer.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending country school in the Mound City area and was a good student.&nbsp; At the age of 62, she obtained her GED in Rapid City, achieving a score of 335 out of 400, the highest grade of all applicants that year.&nbsp; She stated, “I only wish I would have taken the test long ago.&nbsp; Who knows?&nbsp; Maybe I would have gone on to college.”

In 1939, Erna met the love of her life, Art Goehring.&nbsp; They wed on April 25, 1943, in Herreid, SD, and went on to have three wonderful children, Jerry, Vern, and Pam.

Erna’s life was filled with love, adventure, and a lot of hard work.&nbsp; From the family farm outside of Mound City, to the many businesses she and her husband owned over the years, she enjoyed work.&nbsp; She was proud of her skills as a bookkeeper, and the fact that she was able to continue working until she was 80, well after her “retirement” in 1993.&nbsp; They spent their winters in Arizona or Florida and their summers at Hart Ranch in Rapid City, where they found a second home and family.&nbsp; She used her kindness, humor, and wit to sell memberships and make new friends.&nbsp; In 1997, they gave up their RVing ways and in 2012, moved to Alliance, NE to be closer to family.

She had a great love of music, God, and family.&nbsp; She played guitar and piano by ear, and she could usually be found humming and singing hymns while she worked.&nbsp;

Erna was preceded in death by her husband Arthur, son LaVerne, daughter-in-law Paula, father and mother, John and Katherine Bauer, sisters Alvera Bauer, Edna Beck, Verine Scott, Vernetta Job, and brothers Otto Bauer, and Stanley Bauer.

She is survived by her son Jerald Goehring, Katy, TX, daughter Pamela (Terry) Eck, Alliance, NE, sister Doris Hoffman, Rapid City, SD, daughter-in-law Carole Goehring, Chaska, MN, brothers-in-law Lester (Beverly) Goehring and Edward (Mavis) Goehring, both of Herreid, SD, seven grandchildren, John Goehring, Lisa Goehring, Krista (Jim) Brilmayer, Lee (Lisa) Goehring, Jeffrey (Jennifer) Goehring, Karl (Laura) Goehring, Cassidy (Rick) Cordes, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Viewing will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2020, at Kirk Funeral Home, Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 21, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Rapid City, with Pastor Nate Sales officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Pine Lawn Cemetery, Rapid City.

Family and friends may leave online condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kirkfuneralhome.com/">www.kirkfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Highland Park Care Center, Alliance, NE, or First Baptist Church, Rapid City, SD.

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 </figure>Erna W. Goehring, 94, of Alliance, NE (formerly Rapid City, SD) passed away on January 15, 2020, at Highland Park Care Center surrounded by her loving family.Erna was born July 1, 1925, in Java, SD to John C. and Katherine Wiedmeier Bauer.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending country school in the Mound City area and was a good student.&nbsp; At the age of 62, she obtained her GED in Rapid City, achieving a score of 335 out of 400, the highest grade of all applicants that year.&nbsp; She stated, “I only wish I would have taken the test long ago.&nbsp; Who knows?&nbsp; Maybe I would have gone on to college.”In 1939, Erna met the love of her life, Art Goehring.&nbsp; They wed on April 25, 1943, in Herreid, SD, and went on to have three wonderful children, Jerry, Vern, and Pam.Erna’s life was filled with love, adventure, and a lot of hard work.&nbsp; From the family farm outside of Mound City, to the many businesses she and her husband owned over the years, she enjoyed work.&nbsp; She was proud of her skills as a bookkeeper, and the fact that she was able to continue working until she was 80, well after her “retirement” in 1993.&nbsp; They spent their winters in Arizona or Florida and their summers at Hart Ranch in Rapid City, where they found a second home and family.&nbsp; She used her kindness, humor, and wit to sell memberships and make new friends.&nbsp; In 1997, they gave up their RVing ways and in 2012, moved to Alliance, NE to be closer to family.She had a great love of music, God, and family.&nbsp; She played guitar and piano by ear, and she could usually be found humming and singing hymns while she worked.&nbsp;Erna was preceded in death by her husband Arthur, son LaVerne, daughter-in-law Paula, father and mother, John and Katherine Bauer, sisters Alvera Bauer, Edna Beck, Verine Scott, Vernetta Job, and brothers Otto Bauer, and Stanley Bauer.She is survived by her son Jerald Goehring, Katy, TX, daughter Pamela (Terry) Eck, Alliance, NE, sister Doris Hoffman, Rapid City, SD, daughter-in-law Carole Goehring, Chaska, MN, brothers-in-law Lester (Beverly) Goehring and Edward (Mavis) Goehring, both of Herreid, SD, seven grandchildren, John Goehring, Lisa Goehring, Krista (Jim) Brilmayer, Lee (Lisa) Goehring, Jeffrey (Jennifer) Goehring, Karl (Laura) Goehring, Cassidy (Rick) Cordes, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Viewing will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2020, at Kirk Funeral Home, Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 21, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, Rapid City, with Pastor Nate Sales officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Pine Lawn Cemetery, Rapid City.Family and friends may leave online condolences at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kirkfuneralhome.com/">www.kirkfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp; Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Highland Park Care Center, Alliance, NE, or First Baptist Church, Rapid City, SD.

Erna Goehring (1925 - 2020



Wanda Adams, 97, of Scottsbluff, entered her heavenly home on January 11, 2020. Wanda trusted in Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, and we know she is present with the Lord.

Wanda wants everyone to know that Jesus loves them, and that “all have sinned” (Romans 3:23) and “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life” (Romans 6:23) “Christ died for our sins” (Romans 5:8, “If you declare, ‘Jesus as Lord’, and believe that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9-10). This is Wanda’s hope for everyone.

Wanda Opal Adams was born on October 11, 1922, to William &amp; Vera (Work) Marquette.

Wanda worked for National Cash Register after high school graduation. She was married to John David Adams, March 12, 1945. David &amp; Wanda farmed together for 50 years. Wanda served as a hospitable pastor’s wife, and as a faithful partner in service to Jesus Christ.

Not only did she care for her own children, but for others that were brought into her home as well.

The Memorial Service will be held at Monument Bible Church on January 15, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor John Adams officiating. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to KCMI or Digital Bible Society.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David, an infant daughter, son Stephen, grandson Caleb, her parents, three sisters, and one brother.

Wanda is survived by her loving children; Elaine Allen, Lois Mathers, Colleen (Stephen Adams) Wright, Ariel (Michael) Clement, Tim (Carol) Adams, John (Brenda) Adams, Ben (Donna) Adams, Solomon (LaVon) Adams, Peter (Karen) Adams, Mary (Paul) Erdman, Sam (Rene) Adams; two hundred + (families) grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, and one niece; Bonnie Jean Kerwood, and three nephews; Paul, James and Matthew Adams.



Wanda Adams, 97, of Scottsbluff, entered her heavenly home on January 11, 2020. Wanda trusted in Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, and we know she is present with the Lord.Wanda wants everyone to know that Jesus loves them, and that “all have sinned” (Romans 3:23) and “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life” (Romans 6:23) “Christ died for our sins” (Romans 5:8, “If you declare, ‘Jesus as Lord’, and believe that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9-10). This is Wanda’s hope for everyone.Wanda Opal Adams was born on October 11, 1922, to William &amp; Vera (Work) Marquette.Wanda worked for National Cash Register after high school graduation. She was married to John David Adams, March 12, 1945. David &amp; Wanda farmed together for 50 years. Wanda served as a hospitable pastor’s wife, and as a faithful partner in service to Jesus Christ.Not only did she care for her own children, but for others that were brought into her home as well.The Memorial Service will be held at Monument Bible Church on January 15, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor John Adams officiating. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to KCMI or Digital Bible Society.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David, an infant daughter, son Stephen, grandson Caleb, her parents, three sisters, and one brother.Wanda is survived by her loving children; Elaine Allen, Lois Mathers, Colleen (Stephen Adams) Wright, Ariel (Michael) Clement, Tim (Carol) Adams, John (Brenda) Adams, Ben (Donna) Adams, Solomon (LaVon) Adams, Peter (Karen) Adams, Mary (Paul) Erdman, Sam (Rene) Adams; two hundred + (families) grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, and one niece; Bonnie Jean Kerwood, and three nephews; Paul, James and Matthew Adams.

Wanda Adams (1922 - 2020

Peggy Noreen Kling, 69, passed away Friday Jan 10, 2020 at Regional Health in Rapid City, SD.

She was born June 12, 1950 at Gordon, NE to Earnest and Agnes (Dishong) McKinnon. On August 24, 1969 she was married in Gordon, NE to Gene Kling.&nbsp; Their family relocated to Alliance in February of 1976.

Peggy spent her life as a homemaker.&nbsp; She enjoyed time with her grandkids and being outdoors whenever she could.&nbsp; Feeding the birds, squirrels, and other animals in her yard brought her joy, as well riding trails and camping in the Black Hills. You could often find her just sitting, watching the flowers grow.

She is survived by her husband, Gene, her daughters Kari (special friend Jim) Mulcahey of Pensacola, FL, and Kristy (Travis)&nbsp; Shoemaker of Alliance, her son Kory (special friend Sam) Kling of Alliance, 8 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, her two beloved dogs Gracie and Chloe, and her Sister Marcia McKinnon, brother-in-law Ron.&nbsp; Her parents and her brother Larry McKinnon preceded her in death.

Memorial services will be Tuesday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Alliance Berean Church with Pastor Glenn Johnson officiating.

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

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

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 </figure>Peggy Noreen Kling, 69, passed away Friday Jan 10, 2020 at Regional Health in Rapid City, SD.She was born June 12, 1950 at Gordon, NE to Earnest and Agnes (Dishong) McKinnon. On August 24, 1969 she was married in Gordon, NE to Gene Kling.&nbsp; Their family relocated to Alliance in February of 1976.Peggy spent her life as a homemaker.&nbsp; She enjoyed time with her grandkids and being outdoors whenever she could.&nbsp; Feeding the birds, squirrels, and other animals in her yard brought her joy, as well riding trails and camping in the Black Hills. You could often find her just sitting, watching the flowers grow.She is survived by her husband, Gene, her daughters Kari (special friend Jim) Mulcahey of Pensacola, FL, and Kristy (Travis)&nbsp; Shoemaker of Alliance, her son Kory (special friend Sam) Kling of Alliance, 8 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, her two beloved dogs Gracie and Chloe, and her Sister Marcia McKinnon, brother-in-law Ron.&nbsp; Her parents and her brother Larry McKinnon preceded her in death.Memorial services will be Tuesday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Alliance Berean Church with Pastor Glenn Johnson officiating.Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Noreen Kling (1950 - 2019

Darlene Jo Fronk, age 64, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on January 1, 2020, at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, WY.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darlene was born to George and Dolores Patik on January 19, 1955 in Lander, WY.&nbsp; Darlene grew up and graduated from high school in Lander, WY. After high school, she was married and from that union had three boys, George, Jeffery and Brian. She married the love of her life, Dale Roy Fronk May 28, 2006.&nbsp; Darlene and Dale moved to Alliance, NE in 2001 where she went back to college to fulfill her lifelong goal of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse.&nbsp; Darlene loved being a nurse. She took great pride in her work and cared for many, many people during her nursing career.&nbsp; She worked several years for Dr. Himes in Scottsbluff, NE and later at Skyview Nursing Home in Bridgeport, NE and most recently when she and Dale moved to Casper, WY she worked at Poplar Living Center.

Darlene loved spending time doing anything outdoors including hunting, fishing, riding ATV’s, gardening, camping or sitting around a campfire.&nbsp; She loved these time the most when she was with her husband and her boys.&nbsp;&nbsp;She never wanted the adventures with her family to end and couldn’t wait until the next time they all got together.&nbsp; She was ready to spend time with the people she cared about.&nbsp;&nbsp; Because Darlene loved the outdoors so much she was always so excited to go to Hawaii with her husband every year for a month in the winter time to enjoy as much fun in the sun as she could.&nbsp; Darlene was extremely loyal to everyone she loved and was always there to talk to when you needed someone.&nbsp;She was an incredibly fun person to be with always ready to share lots of laughs with the people around her.&nbsp; Even though she is gone, she has left the legacy of her love.&nbsp; The way she touched our lives will remain forever and we will all have so many memories of the times we shared with her.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband Dale Fronk of Casper, WY; her sons George (Cindi) Heinrich of Rock Springs, WY; Jeffery (Sarah) and granddaughter Shyenne Heinrich of Lander, WY; Brian (Melissa) Heinrich of Alliance, NE and grandchildren Madisen, Kysen and Darius; her mother, Dolores Patik of Lander, WY; her sisters, Dorothy (Glen) Pearson of Lander, WY and Georgia (Ron) Osban of Manderson, WY and 3 grandchildren as well as many other family members and friends.&nbsp; She was proceeded in death by her father, George Patik and her grandparents.

A memorial service for Darlene will be held this summer in the mountains outside of Lander, WY with her family.&nbsp;&nbsp; Cards and condolences can be sent in care of Dale Fronk, 3421 Providence Court #2, Casper, WY&nbsp; 82609

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 </figure>Darlene Jo Fronk, age 64, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on January 1, 2020, at Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, WY.&nbsp;&nbsp; Darlene was born to George and Dolores Patik on January 19, 1955 in Lander, WY.&nbsp; Darlene grew up and graduated from high school in Lander, WY. After high school, she was married and from that union had three boys, George, Jeffery and Brian. She married the love of her life, Dale Roy Fronk May 28, 2006.&nbsp; Darlene and Dale moved to Alliance, NE in 2001 where she went back to college to fulfill her lifelong goal of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse.&nbsp; Darlene loved being a nurse. She took great pride in her work and cared for many, many people during her nursing career.&nbsp; She worked several years for Dr. Himes in Scottsbluff, NE and later at Skyview Nursing Home in Bridgeport, NE and most recently when she and Dale moved to Casper, WY she worked at Poplar Living Center. Darlene loved spending time doing anything outdoors including hunting, fishing, riding ATV’s, gardening, camping or sitting around a campfire.&nbsp; She loved these time the most when she was with her husband and her boys.&nbsp;&nbsp;She never wanted the adventures with her family to end and couldn’t wait until the next time they all got together.&nbsp; She was ready to spend time with the people she cared about.&nbsp;&nbsp; Because Darlene loved the outdoors so much she was always so excited to go to Hawaii with her husband every year for a month in the winter time to enjoy as much fun in the sun as she could.&nbsp; Darlene was extremely loyal to everyone she loved and was always there to talk to when you needed someone.&nbsp;She was an incredibly fun person to be with always ready to share lots of laughs with the people around her.&nbsp; Even though she is gone, she has left the legacy of her love.&nbsp; The way she touched our lives will remain forever and we will all have so many memories of the times we shared with her.&nbsp; She is survived by her husband Dale Fronk of Casper, WY; her sons George (Cindi) Heinrich of Rock Springs, WY; Jeffery (Sarah) and granddaughter Shyenne Heinrich of Lander, WY; Brian (Melissa) Heinrich of Alliance, NE and grandchildren Madisen, Kysen and Darius; her mother, Dolores Patik of Lander, WY; her sisters, Dorothy (Glen) Pearson of Lander, WY and Georgia (Ron) Osban of Manderson, WY and 3 grandchildren as well as many other family members and friends.&nbsp; She was proceeded in death by her father, George Patik and her grandparents.A memorial service for Darlene will be held this summer in the mountains outside of Lander, WY with her family.&nbsp;&nbsp; Cards and condolences can be sent in care of Dale Fronk, 3421 Providence Court #2, Casper, WY&nbsp; 82609

Darlene Jo Fronk (1955 - 2019

With deepest sorrow we announce that Robert L. Vogel, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital from pneumonia complications.&nbsp;

Bob was born December 16, 1930 in Bridgeport, Nebraska to Jacob and Millie (Deines) Vogel and worked on the family farm until enlisting in the Navy where he served as a Gunners Mate, 3rd Class during the Korean War from 1951-54.&nbsp;

After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he returned home where he joined his brother Leonard in farming together near Alliance.&nbsp; He married Shirley Reitz on March 14, 1959 in Gering, Nebraska. Bob farmed for 40 years where he received numerous Top 10 sugar beet producer awards from Great Western Sugar.&nbsp;

Bob had been a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church since 1960. He loved his family, which now has grown to 27 and enjoyed the get togethers with them since his retirement.&nbsp; He also loved traveling and visited places like Alaska, Mexico, Hawaii, Florida and California.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Vogel of Alliance; his children, Vicki (Lance) Jordan of Ashland, Nebraska, Valerie (Larry) Holmes of Lincoln, Nebraska, Rob (Jean) Vogel of Centennial, Colorado and Rod (Brenda) Vogel of Naples, Florida; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother, Howard (Shirley) Vogel of Gering, Nebraska; sisters, Jurene Turpin of Twin Falls, Idaho, Ruth (Wilbert) Schledewitz of Gering, Nebraska, Janice Henkel of Walnut Creek, California, Sandra Jines of Mesa, Arizona and Betty (Robert) Duncan of Bayard, Nebraska; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Edward, Richard, Delbert, Donald, Leonard and Elwood, and his sisters, Benita, Dorothy and Helen.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Reverends Richard C. Mueller and Martin T. Schnare will officiate. Burial will follow at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance. Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be Thursday, January 9, 2020 from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorials in Robert’s honor be made to the Immanuel Lutheran School in Alliance.

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

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 </figure>With deepest sorrow we announce that Robert L. Vogel, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Box Butte General Hospital from pneumonia complications.&nbsp;Bob was born December 16, 1930 in Bridgeport, Nebraska to Jacob and Millie (Deines) Vogel and worked on the family farm until enlisting in the Navy where he served as a Gunners Mate, 3rd Class during the Korean War from 1951-54.&nbsp;After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he returned home where he joined his brother Leonard in farming together near Alliance.&nbsp; He married Shirley Reitz on March 14, 1959 in Gering, Nebraska. Bob farmed for 40 years where he received numerous Top 10 sugar beet producer awards from Great Western Sugar.&nbsp;Bob had been a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church since 1960. He loved his family, which now has grown to 27 and enjoyed the get togethers with them since his retirement.&nbsp; He also loved traveling and visited places like Alaska, Mexico, Hawaii, Florida and California.He is survived by his wife, Shirley Vogel of Alliance; his children, Vicki (Lance) Jordan of Ashland, Nebraska, Valerie (Larry) Holmes of Lincoln, Nebraska, Rob (Jean) Vogel of Centennial, Colorado and Rod (Brenda) Vogel of Naples, Florida; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brother, Howard (Shirley) Vogel of Gering, Nebraska; sisters, Jurene Turpin of Twin Falls, Idaho, Ruth (Wilbert) Schledewitz of Gering, Nebraska, Janice Henkel of Walnut Creek, California, Sandra Jines of Mesa, Arizona and Betty (Robert) Duncan of Bayard, Nebraska; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Edward, Richard, Delbert, Donald, Leonard and Elwood, and his sisters, Benita, Dorothy and Helen.Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, January 10, 2020 at the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Reverends Richard C. Mueller and Martin T. Schnare will officiate. Burial will follow at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance. Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be Thursday, January 9, 2020 from 5-7 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorials in Robert’s honor be made to the Immanuel Lutheran School in Alliance.Online condolences can be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com/" target="_blank">www.</a><a href="http://bates.gould.com/" target="_blank">batesgould.com</a>.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Robert L. Vogel (1930 - 2020

John Walter Reinmuth II went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 2, 2020, the day before his 60th birthday.&nbsp; He was now able to spend that day with the dad he loved, respected and honored the most.

John was born on January 3, 1960 in Sidney, NE to John Walter and Marilyn Lee (Colson) Reinmuth.&nbsp; In 1968 the family moved to Montana. There he found his love of hard work, learning to be a heavy equipment operator and working in construction. It is where he also found his love of fishing.&nbsp;

He relocated to Alliance where he worked in farming. He later worked for the City of Alliance Landfill and later at Progress Rail.&nbsp; John then moved to Hemingford in 2015.&nbsp; Health complications would require John to take an early retirement.&nbsp; Even with his deteriorating health he continued to build a home for his family.&nbsp; He was a Jack of all trades and a Master of all he put his hands too.&nbsp; He will forever be known for his doing anything for anyone and expecting nothing in return.&nbsp; John also never knew a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Reinmuth.

He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Sylvia A. Reinmuth, his stepchildren, Ashley Mutchie, Shawn Mutchie and Cody Baker, his mother, Marilyn Reinmuth of Gering, his brother, Mark Reinmuth of Havre, MT and his sisters, Pamela Britsch of Gering and Lisa Reinmuth of Sherman Oaks, CA.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Pastor Bob Haverick and Walker Britsch officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the West Lawn Cemetery at Gering at a later date.

Memorials may be given in care of the family.

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 </figure>John Walter Reinmuth II went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 2, 2020, the day before his 60th birthday.&nbsp; He was now able to spend that day with the dad he loved, respected and honored the most.John was born on January 3, 1960 in Sidney, NE to John Walter and Marilyn Lee (Colson) Reinmuth.&nbsp; In 1968 the family moved to Montana. There he found his love of hard work, learning to be a heavy equipment operator and working in construction. It is where he also found his love of fishing.&nbsp;He relocated to Alliance where he worked in farming. He later worked for the City of Alliance Landfill and later at Progress Rail.&nbsp; John then moved to Hemingford in 2015.&nbsp; Health complications would require John to take an early retirement.&nbsp; Even with his deteriorating health he continued to build a home for his family.&nbsp; He was a Jack of all trades and a Master of all he put his hands too.&nbsp; He will forever be known for his doing anything for anyone and expecting nothing in return.&nbsp; John also never knew a stranger.He was preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Reinmuth.He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Sylvia A. Reinmuth, his stepchildren, Ashley Mutchie, Shawn Mutchie and Cody Baker, his mother, Marilyn Reinmuth of Gering, his brother, Mark Reinmuth of Havre, MT and his sisters, Pamela Britsch of Gering and Lisa Reinmuth of Sherman Oaks, CA.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance with Pastor Bob Haverick and Walker Britsch officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the West Lawn Cemetery at Gering at a later date.Memorials may be given in care of the family.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>.

John Walter Reinmuth II (1960 - 2020

Wilma I. (Jaqua) Hutchinson died on January 1, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp;

She was born on November 28, 1927 in Alliance, Nebraska to Percy Jaqua and Nettie (Chancellor) Jaqua.&nbsp; She grew up in Alliance Nebraska where she graduated from Alliance High School in 1945.&nbsp; She married Hobart (Hutch) Hutchinson at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance on August 3, 1947.

She is survived by her children Daniel (Lois) Hutchinson of Lincoln, Nebraska and Kathleen Hutchinson of Alliance; Grandchildren Angel (Mike) Delgado of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jenny Garrison, Lincoln Nebraska, Danny (Jenny) Hutchinson, Lincoln Nebraska and Kerry (Dale) Lienemann of Bettendorf, Iowa.&nbsp; She is also survived by 13 great- grandchildren; Brandon Delgado, Josh Delgado, Brooke Delgado, Nick Delgado, Sierra Delgado; Michael Garrison, Andrew Garrison, and Ben Garrison, Reese Lienemann, Mason Lienemann, Conner, Peyton and Sophia Hutchinson. Wilma is survived by one sister in law Lucile Hutchinson Taylor of Rapid City, Dakota and several nieces and nephews. She as always proud of the accomplishments of her grandchildren and great- grandchildren.

Wilma was a voracious reader all of her life until poor eyesight prevented her from indulging in that hobby. She was able to continue to listen to books on tape through services for the blind in recent years.&nbsp; She was a member of Point of Rock Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution for many years.&nbsp; She was Regent for the local chapter and served as Nebraska State Regent.&nbsp; Wilma was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She also served for many years on the Knight Museum Board.&nbsp; She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Alliance where she served as Deacon and helped with serving many a funeral dinner. &nbsp;&nbsp;Declining eyesight and health prevented her from actively participating in recent years, but enjoyed visits from the members.

After Hutch’s retirement from Burlington Northern in 1980, they enjoyed traveling for many years to participate in Wilma’s DAR activities and Hutch’s Naval reunions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a brother Donald Jaqua, and three sisters Pauline Jaqua, Lois Moffett, and Helen Salisbury, and their spouses.

Funeral services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Monday, January 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Jay Kim officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Nebraska Services for the Visually Impaired, First Presbyterian Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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 </figure>Wilma I. (Jaqua) Hutchinson died on January 1, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp;She was born on November 28, 1927 in Alliance, Nebraska to Percy Jaqua and Nettie (Chancellor) Jaqua.&nbsp; She grew up in Alliance Nebraska where she graduated from Alliance High School in 1945.&nbsp; She married Hobart (Hutch) Hutchinson at the First Presbyterian Church in Alliance on August 3, 1947.She is survived by her children Daniel (Lois) Hutchinson of Lincoln, Nebraska and Kathleen Hutchinson of Alliance; Grandchildren Angel (Mike) Delgado of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jenny Garrison, Lincoln Nebraska, Danny (Jenny) Hutchinson, Lincoln Nebraska and Kerry (Dale) Lienemann of Bettendorf, Iowa.&nbsp; She is also survived by 13 great- grandchildren; Brandon Delgado, Josh Delgado, Brooke Delgado, Nick Delgado, Sierra Delgado; Michael Garrison, Andrew Garrison, and Ben Garrison, Reese Lienemann, Mason Lienemann, Conner, Peyton and Sophia Hutchinson. Wilma is survived by one sister in law Lucile Hutchinson Taylor of Rapid City, Dakota and several nieces and nephews. She as always proud of the accomplishments of her grandchildren and great- grandchildren.Wilma was a voracious reader all of her life until poor eyesight prevented her from indulging in that hobby. She was able to continue to listen to books on tape through services for the blind in recent years.&nbsp; She was a member of Point of Rock Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution for many years.&nbsp; She was Regent for the local chapter and served as Nebraska State Regent.&nbsp; Wilma was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She also served for many years on the Knight Museum Board.&nbsp; She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Alliance where she served as Deacon and helped with serving many a funeral dinner. &nbsp;&nbsp;Declining eyesight and health prevented her from actively participating in recent years, but enjoyed visits from the members.After Hutch’s retirement from Burlington Northern in 1980, they enjoyed traveling for many years to participate in Wilma’s DAR activities and Hutch’s Naval reunions.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a brother Donald Jaqua, and three sisters Pauline Jaqua, Lois Moffett, and Helen Salisbury, and their spouses.Funeral services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Monday, January 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Jay Kim officiating. Burial will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Nebraska Services for the Visually Impaired, First Presbyterian Church or to a charity of the donor’s choice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Wilma I. (Jaqua) Hutchinson, (1927 - 2019)

Marilyn Kay Banks went home to her Lord &amp; Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, December 23, 2019.&nbsp; Marilyn was born to Paul and Florence (Jewell) Koester on December 19, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska, where she lived most of her life.&nbsp; She and her brother William (Bill) Koester were raised in the family home just outside of Alliance.&nbsp; After graduating from Alliance High School in 1961, Marilyn continued her education at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln where she earned her degree in Home Economics.&nbsp; While there, Marilyn met and married Donald Eugene Banks on June 11, 1964.&nbsp; After completing college, the couple returned to Box Butte County where they spent their lives united together in love and purpose raising their two children, Carolyn Renee Banks and Steven Eugene Banks, on family farms and home-based businesses such as Honey and Candles.&nbsp; Marilyn finished out her working years by serving as a cook and a para in the Alliance Area School Districts as well as her many years assisting Miss Jill with the Little Angels Pre-School (Immanuel Lutheran School).

Marilyn will forever be loved and cherished by her family and friends for her dedication to detail in her home, from deliciously prepared meals (especially her cinnamon rolls) to her timeless crafts that will be found in homes for generations to come.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, her in-laws, Kenneth Eugene Banks and Hazel Amsberry Banks, and her brother William Koester.&nbsp; Survivors include her husband of more than 55 years, Don Banks, daughter Carolyn Banks-Hoff and her love Tony Roby, son Steve Banks and his wife Susan Emmett Banks, sister-in-law Marjorie (Mischnick) Koester, nephew David Koester (wife Jing Jing, and three grandchildren, Paige Renee (Hoff) Zaro and husband Kevin, Shawna Eve Banks, and Sierra Elisabeth Banks, as well as many cousins and friends.

Memorial services will be Monday, December 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The Reverend Richard C. Mueller and Reverend Martin T. Schnare will officiate. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Marilyn Kay Banks went home to her Lord &amp; Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, December 23, 2019.&nbsp; Marilyn was born to Paul and Florence (Jewell) Koester on December 19, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska, where she lived most of her life.&nbsp; She and her brother William (Bill) Koester were raised in the family home just outside of Alliance.&nbsp; After graduating from Alliance High School in 1961, Marilyn continued her education at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln where she earned her degree in Home Economics.&nbsp; While there, Marilyn met and married Donald Eugene Banks on June 11, 1964.&nbsp; After completing college, the couple returned to Box Butte County where they spent their lives united together in love and purpose raising their two children, Carolyn Renee Banks and Steven Eugene Banks, on family farms and home-based businesses such as Honey and Candles.&nbsp; Marilyn finished out her working years by serving as a cook and a para in the Alliance Area School Districts as well as her many years assisting Miss Jill with the Little Angels Pre-School (Immanuel Lutheran School).Marilyn will forever be loved and cherished by her family and friends for her dedication to detail in her home, from deliciously prepared meals (especially her cinnamon rolls) to her timeless crafts that will be found in homes for generations to come.Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, her in-laws, Kenneth Eugene Banks and Hazel Amsberry Banks, and her brother William Koester.&nbsp; Survivors include her husband of more than 55 years, Don Banks, daughter Carolyn Banks-Hoff and her love Tony Roby, son Steve Banks and his wife Susan Emmett Banks, sister-in-law Marjorie (Mischnick) Koester, nephew David Koester (wife Jing Jing, and three grandchildren, Paige Renee (Hoff) Zaro and husband Kevin, Shawna Eve Banks, and Sierra Elisabeth Banks, as well as many cousins and friends.Memorial services will be Monday, December 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.&nbsp; The Reverend Richard C. Mueller and Reverend Martin T. Schnare will officiate. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran School or to a charity of the donor’s choice.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>&nbsp;with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Marilyn Kay Banks (1943 - 2019



Ruby D. Blitz, 85, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, December 14, 2019, at West Nebraska Veteran’s Home. Her funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard with Pastor Tom Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Bayard Cemetery. A memorial has been established to Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard.

Ruby was born December 20, 1933, near Bridgeport, to George and Katherine (Sieb) Fritzler. She grew up and received her education in area schools. Ruby married Henry (Hank) Blitz on June 21, 1970, in Bayard. They made their home in Bayard for many years before moving to the Veteran’s Home in Scottsbluff, where Ruby continued to live after Henry’s death. She enjoyed the many programs and activities there.

Survivors include her brother, Delbert Fritzler, Bayard; and brother-in-law, Robert Kropp, Scottsbluff; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Her husband, Henry; five brothers and five sisters preceded Ruby in death.



Ruby D. Blitz, 85, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, December 14, 2019, at West Nebraska Veteran’s Home. Her funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard with Pastor Tom Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Bayard Cemetery. A memorial has been established to Faith United Church of Christ in Bayard.Ruby was born December 20, 1933, near Bridgeport, to George and Katherine (Sieb) Fritzler. She grew up and received her education in area schools. Ruby married Henry (Hank) Blitz on June 21, 1970, in Bayard. They made their home in Bayard for many years before moving to the Veteran’s Home in Scottsbluff, where Ruby continued to live after Henry’s death. She enjoyed the many programs and activities there.Survivors include her brother, Delbert Fritzler, Bayard; and brother-in-law, Robert Kropp, Scottsbluff; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Her husband, Henry; five brothers and five sisters preceded Ruby in death.

Ruby D. Blitz (1933 - 2019

Funeral Services for Mary Cisneros of Chadron Nebraska will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 10:00AM at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron Nebraska with Father Todd Philipsen officiating. A vigil will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 7:00PM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron Nebraska.

Mary was born on September 8, 1929. She was 90 years old.

Chamberlain Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Funeral Services for Mary Cisneros of Chadron Nebraska will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 10:00AM at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron Nebraska with Father Todd Philipsen officiating. A vigil will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 7:00PM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron Nebraska.Mary was born on September 8, 1929. She was 90 years old.Chamberlain Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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