&nbsp; Thomas L. Mauler, of rural Mitchell, NE, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020 at the age of 78. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday, June 25, 2020 at the Jones Mortuary in Mitchell with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff, NE. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Online condolences may be left at www.jones-mortuary.com. Tom was born in Los Angeles, CA, on May 14, 1942, to Glen and Helen Adams Mauler. In 1949, the family moved to a farm north of Mitchell. Tom graduated from Mitchell High School in 1960 and attended Chadron State College where he earned his education degree. He taught mathematics and shop class at Albin, Wy, Gering, NE, and Bellevue, NE before moving back to the family farm to begin farming. He later substitute taught in Gering, NE for several years. On December 24, 1976, he married Donelda M. Ebel. They had three children, Amy Nicole, Brian Lee, and Neil Thomas. When he wasn’t farming, Tom enjoyed reading his Bible, fishing, and taking care of his cows. Tom is survived by his wife Donie and their children: Amy (Levi) Hadley of Kearney, NE, Brian (Amber) Mauler of Julian, CA, and Neil (Casie Lukes) Mauler of Egan, MN; daughter Heidi (Arthur) Santano of Dade City, FL; grandchildren Micah Hadley of Lincoln, NE, Alexis Hadley, of Kearney, NE, and Finley and Henry Mauler of Egan, MN; sister Judy and nephews Mark and Justin Hansen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Thomas L. Mauler, of rural Mitchell, NE, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020 at the age of 78. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Thursday, June 25, 2020 at the Jones Mortuary in Mitchell with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff, NE. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Online condolences may be left at www.jones-mortuary.com. Tom was born in Los Angeles, CA, on May 14, 1942, to Glen and Helen Adams Mauler. In 1949, the family moved to a farm north of Mitchell. Tom graduated from Mitchell High School in 1960 and attended Chadron State College where he earned his education degree. He taught mathematics and shop class at Albin, Wy, Gering, NE, and Bellevue, NE before moving back to the family farm to begin farming. He later substitute taught in Gering, NE for several years. On December 24, 1976, he married Donelda M. Ebel. They had three children, Amy Nicole, Brian Lee, and Neil Thomas. When he wasn’t farming, Tom enjoyed reading his Bible, fishing, and taking care of his cows. Tom is survived by his wife Donie and their children: Amy (Levi) Hadley of Kearney, NE, Brian (Amber) Mauler of Julian, CA, and Neil (Casie Lukes) Mauler of Egan, MN; daughter Heidi (Arthur) Santano of Dade City, FL; grandchildren Micah Hadley of Lincoln, NE, Alexis Hadley, of Kearney, NE, and Finley and Henry Mauler of Egan, MN; sister Judy and nephews Mark and Justin Hansen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas L. Mauler (1942 - 2020)

Florence Julia Gonzalez, 73, of Scottsbluff, formerly of Alliance, passed away at her home Friday, June 19, 2020, with her family by her side. Florence was born on May 16, 1947, in Taos, New Mexico, to Eloy Jaramillo and Dolores Rojas. She graduated from Hemingford High School in 1965.Throughout her life, Florence was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family.

She loved reading and gardening and was an amazing cook. She was also always interested in following the business industry. She especially enjoyed traveling with her husband, the late Ralph Gonzalez Sr., when he performed throughout the year with various bands, including the Brown Sugar band, at cities in a number of states. Ralph was well known as one of the region’s best saxophone players.

Florence took great pride in her hometown of Taos, and she was proud to be related to Kit Carson and Charles Bent, who became the first civilian governor of New Mexico in 1846. Florence’s great aunt, Josefa Jaramillo, was married to Carson, and Josefa’s sister, Maria Jaramillo, was married to Bent.

Florence is survived by her four children: Ralph Gonzalez Jr. of Omaha; Julianne (Jeff) Fielder of Scottsbluff; Jill Gonzalez of Casper, Wyo.; and Spencer (Herlinda) Gonzalez of Scottsbluff; sisters Julie Sutherland and Josie Rojas both of Kearney, and brother Ernest Jaramillo of Gering; grandchildren Kevin and Brent Galinsky both of Alliance, Stephanie and Zachary Fielder both of Scottsbluff, and Graycen S. Gonzalez of Scottsbluff; great grandchildren Michael, Kaylea, Carley, and Dalton Galinsky; and numerous extended family members.

Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Gonzalez Sr., parents; sister Dorothy Bradis; and granddaughter Ashley Fielder.

Visitation for immediate family members will be held on Friday, June 26, 2020 from 9 AM until 11 AM at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel with a private funeral service to follow officiating by Father Vince Parsons. Interment will be at 1:30 PM at Calvary Cemetery in Alliance with Father Tim Stoner officiating. Memorials and cards of sympathy may be sent to 3510 12th Ave Scottsbluff, NE 69361. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com

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 </figure>Florence Julia Gonzalez, 73, of Scottsbluff, formerly of Alliance, passed away at her home Friday, June 19, 2020, with her family by her side. Florence was born on May 16, 1947, in Taos, New Mexico, to Eloy Jaramillo and Dolores Rojas. She graduated from Hemingford High School in 1965.Throughout her life, Florence was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family.She loved reading and gardening and was an amazing cook. She was also always interested in following the business industry. She especially enjoyed traveling with her husband, the late Ralph Gonzalez Sr., when he performed throughout the year with various bands, including the Brown Sugar band, at cities in a number of states. Ralph was well known as one of the region’s best saxophone players.Florence took great pride in her hometown of Taos, and she was proud to be related to Kit Carson and Charles Bent, who became the first civilian governor of New Mexico in 1846. Florence’s great aunt, Josefa Jaramillo, was married to Carson, and Josefa’s sister, Maria Jaramillo, was married to Bent.Florence is survived by her four children: Ralph Gonzalez Jr. of Omaha; Julianne (Jeff) Fielder of Scottsbluff; Jill Gonzalez of Casper, Wyo.; and Spencer (Herlinda) Gonzalez of Scottsbluff; sisters Julie Sutherland and Josie Rojas both of Kearney, and brother Ernest Jaramillo of Gering; grandchildren Kevin and Brent Galinsky both of Alliance, Stephanie and Zachary Fielder both of Scottsbluff, and Graycen S. Gonzalez of Scottsbluff; great grandchildren Michael, Kaylea, Carley, and Dalton Galinsky; and numerous extended family members.Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Gonzalez Sr., parents; sister Dorothy Bradis; and granddaughter Ashley Fielder.Visitation for immediate family members will be held on Friday, June 26, 2020 from 9 AM until 11 AM at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel with a private funeral service to follow officiating by Father Vince Parsons. Interment will be at 1:30 PM at Calvary Cemetery in Alliance with Father Tim Stoner officiating. Memorials and cards of sympathy may be sent to 3510 12th Ave Scottsbluff, NE 69361. Online condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com

Florence Julia Gonzalez (1947 - 2020)

Martha Christina “Tina” Freiberger, 92, went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 18, 2020, at home surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Tina was born on December 26, 1927 to Gust and Mary Ellen (Cooper) Peterson at Antioch, Nebraska. The names of her siblings are Frank Peterson, Margaret Nelson, George Peterson and Mary Ellen Reynolds. The family lived and worked happily alongside each other on the Gust Peterson Sandhills ranch.

Tina and her brother Frank began their education in a small, two-student school located in the Sod-house built by her dad on the land he homesteaded. She went on to attend and graduate from Alliance High School in 1944. At the time, she was the youngest to ever graduate from AHS at the age of sixteen.

Tina met John Henry Freiberger when he came to work on her parents' ranch. They married on December 19, 1948 and had 4 children: Carolyn (Don Godwin), Peggy (John Sampson), Linda (Jim Wodke) and Don (Vic Odell). Tina's greatest pride and joy was her family. She often boasted in her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren that number eight-six total and counting.

John and Tina never knew a stranger. Everyone was welcome at their table and in their hearts. John and Tina ranched in the Sandhills outside of Alliance until their retirement in 2010. They were also active members of the community and the First Christian Church of Alliance, Ne. Tina enjoyed being head of the kitchen crew at their church, teaching Sunday School, and organizing the “Jesus And Me” afterschool program with Marge Thompson. The “JAM” program attracted over 150 children every Wednesday after school. The kids sang songs, had Bible lessons, made crafts and enjoyed tasty cookies; all with the goal of getting to know Jesus better. Tina was also a 4-H leader for 25 years and a Board Member for the County School District 158. She loved to play piano and accordion. Her family and friends will always remember her as a wonderful Mother, homemaker, and rancher's wife!

An informal graveside service will be held in honor of our mother, Tina Freiberger, at the Alliance Cemetery on June 26th at 2pm. There will be a viewing on June 25th at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home from 1-7pm. The family will be present at the viewing from 4-6pm. We understand that COVID-19 may limit the attendance of loved ones. In light of this, we have created a Facebook Group under the name, “Tina Freiberger Memorial,” for all those who cannot attend in person. Everyone is welcome to view and share their condolences, photos, and beloved memories of Tina in this online memorial. We will also be Live streaming the graveside service to this Facebook Group. Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church.

Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Martha Christina “Tina” Freiberger, 92, went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 18, 2020, at home surrounded by the love of family and friends.Tina was born on December 26, 1927 to Gust and Mary Ellen (Cooper) Peterson at Antioch, Nebraska. The names of her siblings are Frank Peterson, Margaret Nelson, George Peterson and Mary Ellen Reynolds. The family lived and worked happily alongside each other on the Gust Peterson Sandhills ranch.Tina and her brother Frank began their education in a small, two-student school located in the Sod-house built by her dad on the land he homesteaded. She went on to attend and graduate from Alliance High School in 1944. At the time, she was the youngest to ever graduate from AHS at the age of sixteen.Tina met John Henry Freiberger when he came to work on her parents' ranch. They married on December 19, 1948 and had 4 children: Carolyn (Don Godwin), Peggy (John Sampson), Linda (Jim Wodke) and Don (Vic Odell). Tina's greatest pride and joy was her family. She often boasted in her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren that number eight-six total and counting.John and Tina never knew a stranger. Everyone was welcome at their table and in their hearts. John and Tina ranched in the Sandhills outside of Alliance until their retirement in 2010. They were also active members of the community and the First Christian Church of Alliance, Ne. Tina enjoyed being head of the kitchen crew at their church, teaching Sunday School, and organizing the “Jesus And Me” afterschool program with Marge Thompson. The “JAM” program attracted over 150 children every Wednesday after school. The kids sang songs, had Bible lessons, made crafts and enjoyed tasty cookies; all with the goal of getting to know Jesus better. Tina was also a 4-H leader for 25 years and a Board Member for the County School District 158. She loved to play piano and accordion. Her family and friends will always remember her as a wonderful Mother, homemaker, and rancher's wife!An informal graveside service will be held in honor of our mother, Tina Freiberger, at the Alliance Cemetery on June 26th at 2pm. There will be a viewing on June 25th at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home from 1-7pm. The family will be present at the viewing from 4-6pm. We understand that COVID-19 may limit the attendance of loved ones. In light of this, we have created a Facebook Group under the name, “Tina Freiberger Memorial,” for all those who cannot attend in person. Everyone is welcome to view and share their condolences, photos, and beloved memories of Tina in this online memorial. We will also be Live streaming the graveside service to this Facebook Group. Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church.Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Martha Christina “Tina” Freiberger (1927-2020)

Robert Jean Jenkins, 84, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, June 18, 2020.

He was born May 26, 1936 in Gordon, Nebraska to Jean Otto and Dorothy (Beckman) Jenkins.&nbsp; In 1954 he joined the Marine Corp.&nbsp; In 1956 he was honorably discharged as a Tractor Mechanic Tank Crewman following an injury during the Korean War.

He married the love of his life, Beryl M. Peters on September 4, 1962.&nbsp; Following their marriage they moved from Tulsa, OK to Springfield, OR where he worked as an airplane body repairman and where they had their only daughter, Jana Michal.&nbsp; Soon thereafter they moved back to the Gordon area where Bob could pursue his love of farming.&nbsp; A son was born to them in Gordon, Keith Robert.&nbsp; Bob owned a hay grinding business where he kept busy in the winter time when he wasn’t farming.&nbsp; They later moved closer to the Hemingford area.

He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 9 in Hemingford.&nbsp; Bob knew a lot of people and had many life-long friends.&nbsp; He would easily have some story to tell.&nbsp; Family was always important to him and he never complained.&nbsp; He was a diehard Marine.&nbsp; He enjoyed collecting guns, farm equipment miniatures and building intricate town and country buildings for small scale train yards and towns.&nbsp; He was easy to love and will be missed.

He is survived by his wife, Beryl Jenkins of Hemingford; his children, Jana (Shaun) Werkele of Wheatland, WY, Keith Jenkins of Hemingford, Michael Barnett of Bac Lieu, Vietnam and Steven Barnett of Wasilla, AK; his grandchildren, Kalen Willson of Hemingford and Jacey Willson of Wichita, KS; and his great-granddaughter, Arya Grieser of Alliance.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jim Jenkins.

Family graveside memorial services with military rites will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.

Memorials may be given in care of the family at,&nbsp;6230 Dodge Road, Hemingford, Nebraska, 69348.

Online condolences may be left at [http://www.batesgould,com]www.batesgould,com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert Jean Jenkins, 84, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, June 18, 2020.He was born May 26, 1936 in Gordon, Nebraska to Jean Otto and Dorothy (Beckman) Jenkins.&nbsp; In 1954 he joined the Marine Corp.&nbsp; In 1956 he was honorably discharged as a Tractor Mechanic Tank Crewman following an injury during the Korean War.He married the love of his life, Beryl M. Peters on September 4, 1962.&nbsp; Following their marriage they moved from Tulsa, OK to Springfield, OR where he worked as an airplane body repairman and where they had their only daughter, Jana Michal.&nbsp; Soon thereafter they moved back to the Gordon area where Bob could pursue his love of farming.&nbsp; A son was born to them in Gordon, Keith Robert.&nbsp; Bob owned a hay grinding business where he kept busy in the winter time when he wasn’t farming.&nbsp; They later moved closer to the Hemingford area.He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 9 in Hemingford.&nbsp; Bob knew a lot of people and had many life-long friends.&nbsp; He would easily have some story to tell.&nbsp; Family was always important to him and he never complained.&nbsp; He was a diehard Marine.&nbsp; He enjoyed collecting guns, farm equipment miniatures and building intricate town and country buildings for small scale train yards and towns.&nbsp; He was easy to love and will be missed.He is survived by his wife, Beryl Jenkins of Hemingford; his children, Jana (Shaun) Werkele of Wheatland, WY, Keith Jenkins of Hemingford, Michael Barnett of Bac Lieu, Vietnam and Steven Barnett of Wasilla, AK; his grandchildren, Kalen Willson of Hemingford and Jacey Willson of Wichita, KS; and his great-granddaughter, Arya Grieser of Alliance.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jim Jenkins.Family graveside memorial services with military rites will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.Memorials may be given in care of the family at,&nbsp;6230 Dodge Road, Hemingford, Nebraska, 69348.Online condolences may be left at [http://www.batesgould,com]www.batesgould,com.&nbsp; Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;

Robert Jean Jenkins (1936 - 2020)

Odessa Lorena Elwood, 96, of Batesland, SD, died June 19, 2020, at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs, NE.

Odessa was born March 17, 1924 in Milltown, SD, to Helge and Sarah Kruse. As a young girl she moved with her family to a farm west of Batesland. She attended rural schools in Shannon County, graduating from Batesland High School.

In 1941 Odessa met the love of her life, Wesley Elwood. They were married at Rushville, NE, on September 21, 1942. Four children were born to this union, Virginia, Daniel, Kathleen and Barbara. Their marriage was an inspiration to all who knew them.

Odessa was active in the community; 4-H Leader, County Extension, Busy Bees, Farmers Union and numerous card clubs. She especially enjoyed the Capitol Ladies Organization during the 8 years Wesley was a legislator in Pierre.

The flowers and the yard around her home were a great source of satisfaction and joy. She made afghans for her grandkid’s graduations and friends. She shared her love for music with family and friends, playing the organ, harmonica, accordion and singing and yodeling. When Odessa was in her 70s, she started painting and even sold a few of them.

She greeted everyone with open arms, a friendly smile, and everyone found the door open to them with a place at the table. The coffee pot was always on.

She always made her grandkids feel so special and loved. They have fond memories of Easter basket hunts, Schwan’s ice cream and the candy drawer.

Survivors include daughter and son-in-law Virginia &amp; Art Terkildsen of San Jose, CA, son and daughter-in-law Dan &amp; Carolyn Elwood of Ft. Pierre, daughter and son-in-law Kathy &amp; Bob Zickrick of Long Valley, and daughter Barb Elwood of Martin, SD, 12 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Odessa was preceded in death by her husband Wesley.

Graveside Services will be held Friday June 26, 2020 at the Gordon Cemetery, 11:00 AM. A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Odessa Lorena Elwood, 96, of Batesland, SD, died June 19, 2020, at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs, NE.Odessa was born March 17, 1924 in Milltown, SD, to Helge and Sarah Kruse. As a young girl she moved with her family to a farm west of Batesland. She attended rural schools in Shannon County, graduating from Batesland High School.In 1941 Odessa met the love of her life, Wesley Elwood. They were married at Rushville, NE, on September 21, 1942. Four children were born to this union, Virginia, Daniel, Kathleen and Barbara. Their marriage was an inspiration to all who knew them.Odessa was active in the community; 4-H Leader, County Extension, Busy Bees, Farmers Union and numerous card clubs. She especially enjoyed the Capitol Ladies Organization during the 8 years Wesley was a legislator in Pierre.The flowers and the yard around her home were a great source of satisfaction and joy. She made afghans for her grandkid’s graduations and friends. She shared her love for music with family and friends, playing the organ, harmonica, accordion and singing and yodeling. When Odessa was in her 70s, she started painting and even sold a few of them.She greeted everyone with open arms, a friendly smile, and everyone found the door open to them with a place at the table. The coffee pot was always on.She always made her grandkids feel so special and loved. They have fond memories of Easter basket hunts, Schwan’s ice cream and the candy drawer.Survivors include daughter and son-in-law Virginia &amp; Art Terkildsen of San Jose, CA, son and daughter-in-law Dan &amp; Carolyn Elwood of Ft. Pierre, daughter and son-in-law Kathy &amp; Bob Zickrick of Long Valley, and daughter Barb Elwood of Martin, SD, 12 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.Odessa was preceded in death by her husband Wesley.Graveside Services will be held Friday June 26, 2020 at the Gordon Cemetery, 11:00 AM. A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Odessa Lorena Elwood (1924 - 2020)

Blayne Beguin, a charming man with a mega watt smile and twinkling blue eyes was born October 14, 1934 on the Beguin ranch twenty miles south of Rushville, Nebraska to Henry and Agnes Beguin. He was the second of four ornery boys.

Blayne rode a horse to a one room country school through eighth grade, and then attended Rushville High School where he was an athlete, playing three sports, and winning a gold medal at state track. He completed one year of veterinary school, but left school when his dad had a heart attack and Blayne was needed to run the ranch. He returned home because his older brother was in Korea and the younger two were still in school.

He married Myrna Peters and they had four children, Candie, Roxie, Angie and Rex. After Myrna passed Blayne married Judy Berryman and she had two sons, Kirk and Craig, whom he adopted. Later the couple had a son, Cody. Blayne and Judy would have celebrated their 50th anniversary next month.

He loved rodeos whether he was competing, judging, or mentoring aspiring cowboys. When he was younger, he rode rough stock and steer wrestled until his brother returned from the service. They ran the ranch together and were renowned team ropers, known as the Beguin Boys. They hit every jackpot rodeo in the area continuing to compete at old timers rodeos.

While his life was never an easy one, he was a man who loved his home and his family. There was no limit to what he would do for others. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy of his life. Blayne was proud of every single one of their accomplishments, yelling for them in his booming voice. He cared about kids at the school, whether they were an athlete, a speech kid, in the one act play, a kid who needed help reading or someone who just needed a kick in the ass.

Blayne Beguin, was the embodiment of a true cowboy, whether it was the cowboy who ranched, worked cattle, and broke horses or the rodeo cowboy who loved the competition in the arena. At eighty-one he still mounted a horse at the Fun Days Rodeo. (An annual rodeo he started in 1951 with some buddies). He thought he could at least flag, though he was secretly planning on team roping. An example of just how deep his cowboy blood runs is when his home caught on fire, he searched through the carnage hoping to find his hats, boots, or belt buckles.

Blayne was preceded in death by his parents, Hank and Aggie, first wife Myrna, and his brother Blake. He is survived by his brothers Jerry and Perry Beguin, his wife Judy Beguin, his children Candie (Doug) Johnson, Roxie (Mike) Reetz, Kirk (Heidi) Beguin, Angie (Gary) Hoagland, Craig (Lori) Beguin, Rex Beguin and Cody (Amy) Beguin and all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who adored him.

If you could ask anyone who knew him what comes to mind when they think of Blayne Beguin, they will say a husband, a father, a grandpa, a cowboy, a bright man, a reader, a writer, a witty man with a one-liner for just about any circumstance and most importantly a compassionate man.

A Vigil Service will be held Thursday June 18, 2020, 7:00 PM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Rushville, Nebraska, and a Mass Service will be held Friday June 19, 2020, 10:00 AM. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Rushville, Nebraska. The family will establish a memorial scholarship and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Blayne Beguin, a charming man with a mega watt smile and twinkling blue eyes was born October 14, 1934 on the Beguin ranch twenty miles south of Rushville, Nebraska to Henry and Agnes Beguin. He was the second of four ornery boys.Blayne rode a horse to a one room country school through eighth grade, and then attended Rushville High School where he was an athlete, playing three sports, and winning a gold medal at state track. He completed one year of veterinary school, but left school when his dad had a heart attack and Blayne was needed to run the ranch. He returned home because his older brother was in Korea and the younger two were still in school.He married Myrna Peters and they had four children, Candie, Roxie, Angie and Rex. After Myrna passed Blayne married Judy Berryman and she had two sons, Kirk and Craig, whom he adopted. Later the couple had a son, Cody. Blayne and Judy would have celebrated their 50th anniversary next month.He loved rodeos whether he was competing, judging, or mentoring aspiring cowboys. When he was younger, he rode rough stock and steer wrestled until his brother returned from the service. They ran the ranch together and were renowned team ropers, known as the Beguin Boys. They hit every jackpot rodeo in the area continuing to compete at old timers rodeos.While his life was never an easy one, he was a man who loved his home and his family. There was no limit to what he would do for others. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy of his life. Blayne was proud of every single one of their accomplishments, yelling for them in his booming voice. He cared about kids at the school, whether they were an athlete, a speech kid, in the one act play, a kid who needed help reading or someone who just needed a kick in the ass.Blayne Beguin, was the embodiment of a true cowboy, whether it was the cowboy who ranched, worked cattle, and broke horses or the rodeo cowboy who loved the competition in the arena. At eighty-one he still mounted a horse at the Fun Days Rodeo. (An annual rodeo he started in 1951 with some buddies). He thought he could at least flag, though he was secretly planning on team roping. An example of just how deep his cowboy blood runs is when his home caught on fire, he searched through the carnage hoping to find his hats, boots, or belt buckles.Blayne was preceded in death by his parents, Hank and Aggie, first wife Myrna, and his brother Blake. He is survived by his brothers Jerry and Perry Beguin, his wife Judy Beguin, his children Candie (Doug) Johnson, Roxie (Mike) Reetz, Kirk (Heidi) Beguin, Angie (Gary) Hoagland, Craig (Lori) Beguin, Rex Beguin and Cody (Amy) Beguin and all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who adored him.If you could ask anyone who knew him what comes to mind when they think of Blayne Beguin, they will say a husband, a father, a grandpa, a cowboy, a bright man, a reader, a writer, a witty man with a one-liner for just about any circumstance and most importantly a compassionate man.A Vigil Service will be held Thursday June 18, 2020, 7:00 PM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Rushville, Nebraska, and a Mass Service will be held Friday June 19, 2020, 10:00 AM. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Rushville, Nebraska. The family will establish a memorial scholarship and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343. &nbsp;

Blayne Beguin (1934 - 2020)

&nbsp; Kristina L. Narjes, age 72, of Sidney, NE passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Sidney. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, June 19, 2020 in the Trinity Lutheran Church South of Sidney with Pastor Neil Carlson officiating. Burial will be in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel to sign Kris’ register book and leave condolences for the family. You may view Kris’ Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. A complete obituary will be published when available. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Kris’ care and funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Kristina L. Narjes, age 72, of Sidney, NE passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 in Sidney. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, June 19, 2020 in the Trinity Lutheran Church South of Sidney with Pastor Neil Carlson officiating. Burial will be in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel to sign Kris’ register book and leave condolences for the family. You may view Kris’ Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. A complete obituary will be published when available. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Kris’ care and funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kristina L. Narjes (1948 - 2020)

Funeral Services for Eric Nixon of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 2:00PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron Nebraska with Doctor Russ Seger officiating. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery.

Mr. Nixon passed away on June 16, 2020, at his home in Chadron, Nebraska.

Eric was born in Chadron, Nebraska on November 15, 1954.

Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com

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

Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Funeral Services for Eric Nixon of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 2:00PM at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron Nebraska with Doctor Russ Seger officiating. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery.Mr. Nixon passed away on June 16, 2020, at his home in Chadron, Nebraska.Eric was born in Chadron, Nebraska on November 15, 1954.He was 65.Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.comA memorial has been established for the Hemingford Fire Department. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron NE, 69337.Chamberlain Chapel of Chadron is in charge of arrangements.

Eric Nixon (1954 - 2020)

John Alsworth Sibbitt, age 98, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.

Please join the family for a celebration of life on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Hyannis Fairgrounds.&nbsp; The memorial will take place outdoors in the arena bleachers with A. B. Cox presiding, rain or shine.&nbsp; The family asks if you have been ill or are feeling ill to remain home and keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions can be made to the Hyannis High School Rodeo Club;&nbsp;36437 Graham Drive, Ashby, NE 69333.&nbsp;

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>John Alsworth Sibbitt, age 98, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.Please join the family for a celebration of life on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Hyannis Fairgrounds.&nbsp; The memorial will take place outdoors in the arena bleachers with A. B. Cox presiding, rain or shine.&nbsp; The family asks if you have been ill or are feeling ill to remain home and keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made to the Hyannis High School Rodeo Club;&nbsp;36437 Graham Drive, Ashby, NE 69333.&nbsp;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.

John Alsworth Sibbitt, 98

Richard “Rich” DeHaven, 90 of Chadron, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Heritage HealthCare in Gering. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron with Father Todd Philipsen officiating. Burial will be held following the funeral at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron. Memorials have been established for St. Patrick’s Catholic Church or the Chadron Rescue Unit. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970 Chadron, NE 69337. Online condolences may be made by visiting Rich’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com or at www.chamberlainchapel.com. Rich was born on January 3, 1930 in Crawford to Dell and Frances (Hill) DeHaven. Rich spent his early years in Wyoming while his dad worked for the roads department. The family eventually settled in Harrison, where he graduated from Harrison High School in 1947. Rich enjoyed business and fraternal affiliations, serving as Vice President of the Nebraska Propane Gas Association and Exalted Ruler of the Chadron Elks. As much as Rich enjoyed the relationships he developed in business, he cherished, and was humbled by, the many requests to be a pallbearer at his friends’ funerals. Rich met the love of his life Rita (Jordan) while they were in school, married on May 8, 1951, and they were together for the rest of his life. They lived on the DeHaven place north of Harrison for five years. It was during this time when the girls, Chris, Cherie, and Janet, were born. The family moved to Crawford for three years and then Rich and his brother-in-law Bob Powell purchased Pioneer Skelgas in Chadron where they settled and welcomed Alan to the family. After Bob’s untimely death, Rich continued to operate the business with his sister Ellen for 34 more years. Rich enjoyed many adventures in life. Hunting and fishing trips with friends and family, trips to New England to see the fall colors and Niagara Falls were some of his favorites. Rich’s greatest joy in life was closer to home, at Angostura Reservoir. Rich and Rita set up a mobile home on a patch of gumbo in 1968 in what was to become Long’s Resort. He enjoyed countless hours on the water at Angostura. It was here where he pursued his passion for boating, fishing, teaching his children and grandchildren to fish and ski and pulling anyone and everyone who wanted to ski. Rich is survived by his loving wife Rita, his sister-in-law Shirley Phipps of Glenrock, daughters Chris (Phil) Reid of Naples, FL, Cherie (Mike) Coffee of Minneapolis, MN, Janet (Dan) Dailey of Bayard, and son Alan (Jana) DeHaven of Scottsbluff, 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Rich was preceded in death by his parents, brother Dale and sister Ellen Powell.

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 </figure>Richard “Rich” DeHaven, 90 of Chadron, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Heritage HealthCare in Gering. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Chadron with Father Todd Philipsen officiating. Burial will be held following the funeral at Greenwood Cemetery in Chadron. Memorials have been established for St. Patrick’s Catholic Church or the Chadron Rescue Unit. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970 Chadron, NE 69337. Online condolences may be made by visiting Rich’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com or at www.chamberlainchapel.com. Rich was born on January 3, 1930 in Crawford to Dell and Frances (Hill) DeHaven. Rich spent his early years in Wyoming while his dad worked for the roads department. The family eventually settled in Harrison, where he graduated from Harrison High School in 1947. Rich enjoyed business and fraternal affiliations, serving as Vice President of the Nebraska Propane Gas Association and Exalted Ruler of the Chadron Elks. As much as Rich enjoyed the relationships he developed in business, he cherished, and was humbled by, the many requests to be a pallbearer at his friends’ funerals. Rich met the love of his life Rita (Jordan) while they were in school, married on May 8, 1951, and they were together for the rest of his life. They lived on the DeHaven place north of Harrison for five years. It was during this time when the girls, Chris, Cherie, and Janet, were born. The family moved to Crawford for three years and then Rich and his brother-in-law Bob Powell purchased Pioneer Skelgas in Chadron where they settled and welcomed Alan to the family. After Bob’s untimely death, Rich continued to operate the business with his sister Ellen for 34 more years. Rich enjoyed many adventures in life. Hunting and fishing trips with friends and family, trips to New England to see the fall colors and Niagara Falls were some of his favorites. Rich’s greatest joy in life was closer to home, at Angostura Reservoir. Rich and Rita set up a mobile home on a patch of gumbo in 1968 in what was to become Long’s Resort. He enjoyed countless hours on the water at Angostura. It was here where he pursued his passion for boating, fishing, teaching his children and grandchildren to fish and ski and pulling anyone and everyone who wanted to ski. Rich is survived by his loving wife Rita, his sister-in-law Shirley Phipps of Glenrock, daughters Chris (Phil) Reid of Naples, FL, Cherie (Mike) Coffee of Minneapolis, MN, Janet (Dan) Dailey of Bayard, and son Alan (Jana) DeHaven of Scottsbluff, 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Rich was preceded in death by his parents, brother Dale and sister Ellen Powell.

Richard “Rich” DeHaven (1930 - 2020

Helen June Brennan passed away at Highland Park Care Center on June 8, 2020.&nbsp; June was born to Derrick and Helen Dalton in Alliance, Nebraska on July 12, 1928.

In addition to her parents, June's family included an older sister, Ferrill Jean, and a younger brother, Jack.&nbsp;

June started school while the family was living in Bingham, Nebraska, and continued with family moves to Antioch and Alliance. Prior to her senior year in high school, her family moved from Alliance to Neosho, Missouri. She graduated from Neosho High School in 1946. In the fall of 1946, she enrolled at Chadron State College and attended for a semester.

In January of 1947, June took a job at Langmacher's Creamery in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; That March she attended a dance in Ellsworth where she met Jack Brennan, the "love of her life". They danced the night away and were married at the Methodist Church in Alliance on August 31, 1947. Following their marriage ceremony, they enjoyed a two- week honeymoon on the West Coast.

June and Jack began their life together on a ranch north of Ellsworth and ranched&nbsp; together for 47 years before Jack's sudden death of a heart attack in April of 1994. She remained on the ranch for another 26 years, until December 19, 2019 when she suffered a stroke and was rushed to the hospital in Alliance. On December 23, 2019, she entered Highland Park Care Center, and after five months, passed away on June 8, 2020. The family is very thankful for the excellent care provided her at the care center.

June gave her heart to the Lord at the young age of 10 and throughout her life served him faithfully. She was a member of Pleasant Point Community Church since 1958 and taught Sunday School there for 50 years.

She is survived by her four children and spouses - Carol (Clayton) Illian of McKinney, Texas; Brenda (Darryl) Reimer of Cody, Wyoming; Dan (Donna) Brennan of Ellsworth;&nbsp; Sally (Dan) Hodge of Glenrock, Wyoming. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Derrick and Helen Dalton, husband Jack, grandson Paul Brennan, sister and brother-in-law Ferrill Jean and Laverne Rice, brother Jack Dalton, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Frank and Joanne Brennan.

Funeral services will be Friday, June 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Pleasant Point Community Church with Pastor Tom Peppel officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Pleasant Point Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Pleasant Point Community Church.

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

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 </figure>Helen June Brennan passed away at Highland Park Care Center on June 8, 2020.&nbsp; June was born to Derrick and Helen Dalton in Alliance, Nebraska on July 12, 1928.In addition to her parents, June's family included an older sister, Ferrill Jean, and a younger brother, Jack.&nbsp;June started school while the family was living in Bingham, Nebraska, and continued with family moves to Antioch and Alliance. Prior to her senior year in high school, her family moved from Alliance to Neosho, Missouri. She graduated from Neosho High School in 1946. In the fall of 1946, she enrolled at Chadron State College and attended for a semester.In January of 1947, June took a job at Langmacher's Creamery in Alliance, Nebraska.&nbsp; That March she attended a dance in Ellsworth where she met Jack Brennan, the "love of her life". They danced the night away and were married at the Methodist Church in Alliance on August 31, 1947. Following their marriage ceremony, they enjoyed a two- week honeymoon on the West Coast.June and Jack began their life together on a ranch north of Ellsworth and ranched&nbsp; together for 47 years before Jack's sudden death of a heart attack in April of 1994. She remained on the ranch for another 26 years, until December 19, 2019 when she suffered a stroke and was rushed to the hospital in Alliance. On December 23, 2019, she entered Highland Park Care Center, and after five months, passed away on June 8, 2020. The family is very thankful for the excellent care provided her at the care center.June gave her heart to the Lord at the young age of 10 and throughout her life served him faithfully. She was a member of Pleasant Point Community Church since 1958 and taught Sunday School there for 50 years.She is survived by her four children and spouses - Carol (Clayton) Illian of McKinney, Texas; Brenda (Darryl) Reimer of Cody, Wyoming; Dan (Donna) Brennan of Ellsworth;&nbsp; Sally (Dan) Hodge of Glenrock, Wyoming. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Derrick and Helen Dalton, husband Jack, grandson Paul Brennan, sister and brother-in-law Ferrill Jean and Laverne Rice, brother Jack Dalton, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Frank and Joanne Brennan.Funeral services will be Friday, June 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Pleasant Point Community Church with Pastor Tom Peppel officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Pleasant Point Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Pleasant Point Community Church.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Helen June Brennan (1928 - 2020

Robert "Dale" Wood, loving husband and father of five children, passed away at the age of 80 on Friday, June 5, at Box Butte General Hospital in Alliance, Nebraska.

Dale was born September 28, 1939, at his grandparents' home in Hemingford, Nebraska to Leonard and Bernice (Delsing) Wood.&nbsp; Upon graduation from Hemingford High School in 1957, he joined the US Marine Corps.&nbsp; On December 29, 1959, Dale was united in marriage to the love of his life, Marilyn Tinsley, and they returned to California where Dale was stationed, and when he completed his enlistment, the couple returned to Hemingford, where he began his long career in the construction business.&nbsp; Dale started out working with Jeff Traster, but soon struck out on his own, building Wood Construction into a thriving business that continues to this day.

Dale and Marilyn welcomed their first son, Robert (Bob, in 1960, followed by Sherri, Randy, Ronny, and Kimberly.&nbsp; He was a very involved father, serving as a Boy Scout Master and building scores of pinewood derby cars.&nbsp; He taught his sons how to build everything from playhouses for their sisters to actual houses for many homeowners throughout the Nebraska Panhandle.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting with his boys, cooking with his girls, and spending time on the family farm north of Hemingford.&nbsp; Family was important to Dale, which was evident as he supported his children in all of their activities.&nbsp; Later, he would become the #1 fan for his grandchildren in their endeavors, as well.&nbsp; You could always expect a smile and a joke when you met Dale on the street, and it was not unusual to find him in the kitchen, making peanut brittle, cookies, or egg rolls when he had some spare time.&nbsp; Of course, that left our mom to clean the kitchen, which she mostly did with a smile on her face.&nbsp; He was famous for his Daleburgers, which were a hit at family gatherings and other celebrations around Hemingford.&nbsp; He had a creative mind and spent hours perfecting special gifts for all of the family.

Dale is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of Hemingford; sons Bob (Johnna) Wood, Randy (Jennifer) Wood, and Ronny (Terri) Wood of Hemingford; and daughters Sherri (Marty) Petersen of Alliance, and Kimberly (Lee) Davies of North Platte.&nbsp; Grandchildren are Taryn and Rindi Wood; T.J., Tad, and Troy Petersen; Nicholas and Matthew Wood; Baily Miskimins, Kelsy Sasse, and Jamey Wood; Joey and Ashlyn Casados; and Makenzie, Alex, Joshua, Justin, and Karlie Davies; and 11 great grandchildren.&nbsp; In addition, Dale is survived by his brother, Jim (Patti) Wood, sisters Betty (Louis) Sauer, Shirley (Bob) Zeiler, Mary Ann (Jerry) Tripple, Doris (Rod) Christensen, Deb (Randy) Vogel, and Carol Wood Deans; sister in law Alma Wood.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Charles Wood, father and mother in law Harold and Janiece Tinsley, brother in law Norman Tinsley, niece Lisa Wood, and nephew Jason Sauer.

Due to the current Coronavirus situation, funeral and wake services will be private.&nbsp; The family will receive friends for a visitation at St. Bridget's Catholic Church in Hemingford, on Tuesday, June 9, from 4:00-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, June 10, at 10:00 a.m. at the church, with Fr. Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery with military honors, led by Sgt. Tate (T.J.) Petersen.&nbsp; Plans will be made for a Celebration of Life at a later date, when gathering restrictions are lifted. Memorials may be made in Dale's name to Bobcats Beating Cancer or to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert "Dale" Wood, loving husband and father of five children, passed away at the age of 80 on Friday, June 5, at Box Butte General Hospital in Alliance, Nebraska.Dale was born September 28, 1939, at his grandparents' home in Hemingford, Nebraska to Leonard and Bernice (Delsing) Wood.&nbsp; Upon graduation from Hemingford High School in 1957, he joined the US Marine Corps.&nbsp; On December 29, 1959, Dale was united in marriage to the love of his life, Marilyn Tinsley, and they returned to California where Dale was stationed, and when he completed his enlistment, the couple returned to Hemingford, where he began his long career in the construction business.&nbsp; Dale started out working with Jeff Traster, but soon struck out on his own, building Wood Construction into a thriving business that continues to this day.Dale and Marilyn welcomed their first son, Robert (Bob, in 1960, followed by Sherri, Randy, Ronny, and Kimberly.&nbsp; He was a very involved father, serving as a Boy Scout Master and building scores of pinewood derby cars.&nbsp; He taught his sons how to build everything from playhouses for their sisters to actual houses for many homeowners throughout the Nebraska Panhandle.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting with his boys, cooking with his girls, and spending time on the family farm north of Hemingford.&nbsp; Family was important to Dale, which was evident as he supported his children in all of their activities.&nbsp; Later, he would become the #1 fan for his grandchildren in their endeavors, as well.&nbsp; You could always expect a smile and a joke when you met Dale on the street, and it was not unusual to find him in the kitchen, making peanut brittle, cookies, or egg rolls when he had some spare time.&nbsp; Of course, that left our mom to clean the kitchen, which she mostly did with a smile on her face.&nbsp; He was famous for his Daleburgers, which were a hit at family gatherings and other celebrations around Hemingford.&nbsp; He had a creative mind and spent hours perfecting special gifts for all of the family.Dale is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of Hemingford; sons Bob (Johnna) Wood, Randy (Jennifer) Wood, and Ronny (Terri) Wood of Hemingford; and daughters Sherri (Marty) Petersen of Alliance, and Kimberly (Lee) Davies of North Platte.&nbsp; Grandchildren are Taryn and Rindi Wood; T.J., Tad, and Troy Petersen; Nicholas and Matthew Wood; Baily Miskimins, Kelsy Sasse, and Jamey Wood; Joey and Ashlyn Casados; and Makenzie, Alex, Joshua, Justin, and Karlie Davies; and 11 great grandchildren.&nbsp; In addition, Dale is survived by his brother, Jim (Patti) Wood, sisters Betty (Louis) Sauer, Shirley (Bob) Zeiler, Mary Ann (Jerry) Tripple, Doris (Rod) Christensen, Deb (Randy) Vogel, and Carol Wood Deans; sister in law Alma Wood.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Charles Wood, father and mother in law Harold and Janiece Tinsley, brother in law Norman Tinsley, niece Lisa Wood, and nephew Jason Sauer.Due to the current Coronavirus situation, funeral and wake services will be private.&nbsp; The family will receive friends for a visitation at St. Bridget's Catholic Church in Hemingford, on Tuesday, June 9, from 4:00-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, June 10, at 10:00 a.m. at the church, with Fr. Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery with military honors, led by Sgt. Tate (T.J.) Petersen.&nbsp; Plans will be made for a Celebration of Life at a later date, when gathering restrictions are lifted. Memorials may be made in Dale's name to Bobcats Beating Cancer or to the Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department.&nbsp;

Robert "Dale" Wood (1939 - 2020)

Alvin Barta passed away peacefully May 31, 2020 in Lincoln Nebraska. &nbsp;He was 97.&nbsp; Alvin was born at home west of Hemingford Nebraska December 30, 1922.&nbsp; His parents were Joe and Katherine Barta. &nbsp;&nbsp;It was said that his dad was picking corn the day he was born.&nbsp; He was baptized at the St<a href="about:blank">&nbsp;Wenceslas</a>&nbsp;Catholic Church which was located at the Lawn corner at that time.

Alvin attended grade school at rural District 56, driving a horse and buggy with his brother and cousins across the pastures to the school house.&nbsp; He attended Hemingford High School and graduated in 1940.

He was involved in his neighborhood 4-H club where he was the pitcher for their baseball team.&nbsp; He and his brother took their project calves to the State Fair in Lincoln Nebraska, which was a major event in those days.

In 1942, he and his good friend George Vorovka completed a course in aircraft mechanics at Morton Aircraft School in Omaha. &nbsp;They were then employed by the Curtis-Wright Corporation in Buffalo, New York where they manufactured the Curtis Warhawk, the plane designed to look like a shark.&nbsp;

Alvin was drafted into the army in 1944&nbsp;&nbsp; He was assigned to the 3067 Ordnance Service Company at Adak island in the Aleutian Islands.&nbsp; To get up there, the men rode in the cargo area of a converted fishing boat.&nbsp; The stale smell of the boat mixed in with engine oil and diesel fuel and rough seas caused most of the men to become seasick, Alvin holding out for some time before he became ill like the rest.&nbsp;&nbsp; Alvin served as a mechanic, parts manager and shop foreman.&nbsp; He had a jeep and could have all the gas he wanted but there were only about 20 miles of road on the entire island.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged October 28, 1946.

After the war, if you wanted a car, you had to put your name on a waiting list.&nbsp; After Alvin got his new Dodge in 1948, it sat in the garage for many months while he waited to dig out of the snow from the blizzard of 1949.

Alvin met his future wife at a New Year’s Eve dance at the Legion club in Hemingford. &nbsp;Their mothers had worked together in the kitchen at a church dance the night before so when Geraldine asked her mom if it would be all right if Alvin took her home, her mom told her she knew who he was.&nbsp; &nbsp;Alvin and Geraldine were married on Oct 24, 1951 at St Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemingford.

Alvin was a lifelong farmer and rancher except for his time in the military.&nbsp; Alvin also did acreage reporting for the A.S.C.S office before and after his marriage.&nbsp; He served on the school board of District 56 and the building committee of District 62. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Alvin and Geraldine enjoyed spending time with their children and grandchildren and great-grands even though they lived some distance away.&nbsp;&nbsp; They also spent many Sunday afternoons fishing in the ponds and streams in the Fort Robinson area or taking their boat out on the Box Butte County Dam.

The great love of Alvin’s life was his farm.&nbsp; When he came to Lincoln at the age of 95 he was asked when he had retired and he said, “I never retired.”&nbsp; He never did. &nbsp;He was still doing repairs in his shop and working part time in the fields after his son Rich became the operator of the farm.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Geraldine, brother-in-law Martin Freimuth(wife Leona) children Darlene Smith and Cathy Jacobs(husband Jim) of Lincoln, Rich Barta(wife Colleen) of Raymond, 8 grandchildren and 17 great&nbsp; grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his son-in-law Jere Smith, brother Wilmer and parents Joe and Katherine Barta.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the funeral Mass will be private.&nbsp; The funeral Mass will be live streamed for those who would like to watch.&nbsp; On Thursday, June 4, at 10:00 am please go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.namartyrs.org/funeral/">http://www.namartyrs.org/funeral/</a>.&nbsp; It will also be available later to view on Youtube at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBBezMkVRqy87ZuaTGiA8JA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBBezMkVRqy87ZuaTGiA8JA</a>.

The graveside service will be at 1:00 pm (mountain time) on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Hemingford Cemetery in Hemingford, NE.&nbsp; The public is invited but encouraged to wear face masks and practice social distancing.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions can be made to the Hemingford Rural Fire Department or the donor’s choice

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 </figure>Alvin Barta passed away peacefully May 31, 2020 in Lincoln Nebraska. &nbsp;He was 97.&nbsp; Alvin was born at home west of Hemingford Nebraska December 30, 1922.&nbsp; His parents were Joe and Katherine Barta. &nbsp;&nbsp;It was said that his dad was picking corn the day he was born.&nbsp; He was baptized at the St<a href="about:blank">&nbsp;Wenceslas</a>&nbsp;Catholic Church which was located at the Lawn corner at that time.Alvin attended grade school at rural District 56, driving a horse and buggy with his brother and cousins across the pastures to the school house.&nbsp; He attended Hemingford High School and graduated in 1940.He was involved in his neighborhood 4-H club where he was the pitcher for their baseball team.&nbsp; He and his brother took their project calves to the State Fair in Lincoln Nebraska, which was a major event in those days.In 1942, he and his good friend George Vorovka completed a course in aircraft mechanics at Morton Aircraft School in Omaha. &nbsp;They were then employed by the Curtis-Wright Corporation in Buffalo, New York where they manufactured the Curtis Warhawk, the plane designed to look like a shark.&nbsp;Alvin was drafted into the army in 1944&nbsp;&nbsp; He was assigned to the 3067 Ordnance Service Company at Adak island in the Aleutian Islands.&nbsp; To get up there, the men rode in the cargo area of a converted fishing boat.&nbsp; The stale smell of the boat mixed in with engine oil and diesel fuel and rough seas caused most of the men to become seasick, Alvin holding out for some time before he became ill like the rest.&nbsp;&nbsp; Alvin served as a mechanic, parts manager and shop foreman.&nbsp; He had a jeep and could have all the gas he wanted but there were only about 20 miles of road on the entire island.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged October 28, 1946.After the war, if you wanted a car, you had to put your name on a waiting list.&nbsp; After Alvin got his new Dodge in 1948, it sat in the garage for many months while he waited to dig out of the snow from the blizzard of 1949.Alvin met his future wife at a New Year’s Eve dance at the Legion club in Hemingford. &nbsp;Their mothers had worked together in the kitchen at a church dance the night before so when Geraldine asked her mom if it would be all right if Alvin took her home, her mom told her she knew who he was.&nbsp; &nbsp;Alvin and Geraldine were married on Oct 24, 1951 at St Bridget’s Catholic Church in Hemingford.Alvin was a lifelong farmer and rancher except for his time in the military.&nbsp; Alvin also did acreage reporting for the A.S.C.S office before and after his marriage.&nbsp; He served on the school board of District 56 and the building committee of District 62. &nbsp;&nbsp;Alvin and Geraldine enjoyed spending time with their children and grandchildren and great-grands even though they lived some distance away.&nbsp;&nbsp; They also spent many Sunday afternoons fishing in the ponds and streams in the Fort Robinson area or taking their boat out on the Box Butte County Dam.The great love of Alvin’s life was his farm.&nbsp; When he came to Lincoln at the age of 95 he was asked when he had retired and he said, “I never retired.”&nbsp; He never did. &nbsp;He was still doing repairs in his shop and working part time in the fields after his son Rich became the operator of the farm.He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Geraldine, brother-in-law Martin Freimuth(wife Leona) children Darlene Smith and Cathy Jacobs(husband Jim) of Lincoln, Rich Barta(wife Colleen) of Raymond, 8 grandchildren and 17 great&nbsp; grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his son-in-law Jere Smith, brother Wilmer and parents Joe and Katherine Barta.&nbsp;&nbsp;Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the funeral Mass will be private.&nbsp; The funeral Mass will be live streamed for those who would like to watch.&nbsp; On Thursday, June 4, at 10:00 am please go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.namartyrs.org/funeral/">http://www.namartyrs.org/funeral/</a>.&nbsp; It will also be available later to view on Youtube at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBBezMkVRqy87ZuaTGiA8JA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBBezMkVRqy87ZuaTGiA8JA</a>.The graveside service will be at 1:00 pm (mountain time) on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Hemingford Cemetery in Hemingford, NE.&nbsp; The public is invited but encouraged to wear face masks and practice social distancing.&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made to the Hemingford Rural Fire Department or the donor’s choice

Alvin Barta (1922 - 2020

Joanne W. Failor, 90, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.

She was born on October 3, 1929 in Alliance to Chester and Louise (Boness) Hawley.

On December 23, 1948 she was united in marriage to Bob Corp in Alliance.&nbsp; A daughter, Tarri was born to this union.&nbsp; Bob passed away in 1989.&nbsp; Later she would marry Ray “Ike” Failor on April 26, 1996.&nbsp; He also preceded her death, passing in 1998.

Joanne worked for many years as a bookkeeper with Alliance Tractor and Implement and later with Buchfinck Insurance and Real Estate.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Eagles, Auxiliary, Alliance Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary and was active in bowling leagues.&nbsp;

She is survived by her grandson, Donald Cler of Hemingford, her brother, Marvin Hawley of Alliance and her sisters, Marilyn Risseeuw and Betty Morse of Eugene, OR&nbsp; and Dorothy Holthus of Mitchell, NE.

In addition to her parents and her husbands, Joanne was also preceded in death by her daughter, Tarri Honstein, her brother, Donald Hawley and her sister, Madelyn &nbsp;Kloke.

Visitation will be Wednesday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp; A graveside service will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Pastor Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials be given to the Alzheimers Foundation.

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

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 </figure>Joanne W. Failor, 90, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.She was born on October 3, 1929 in Alliance to Chester and Louise (Boness) Hawley.On December 23, 1948 she was united in marriage to Bob Corp in Alliance.&nbsp; A daughter, Tarri was born to this union.&nbsp; Bob passed away in 1989.&nbsp; Later she would marry Ray “Ike” Failor on April 26, 1996.&nbsp; He also preceded her death, passing in 1998.Joanne worked for many years as a bookkeeper with Alliance Tractor and Implement and later with Buchfinck Insurance and Real Estate.&nbsp; She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Eagles, Auxiliary, Alliance Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary and was active in bowling leagues.&nbsp;She is survived by her grandson, Donald Cler of Hemingford, her brother, Marvin Hawley of Alliance and her sisters, Marilyn Risseeuw and Betty Morse of Eugene, OR&nbsp; and Dorothy Holthus of Mitchell, NE.In addition to her parents and her husbands, Joanne was also preceded in death by her daughter, Tarri Honstein, her brother, Donald Hawley and her sister, Madelyn &nbsp;Kloke.Visitation will be Wednesday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp; A graveside service will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the Alliance Cemetery.&nbsp; Pastor Gideon Achi will officiate.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials be given to the Alzheimers Foundation.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.

Joanne W. Failor (1929 - 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Gordon Greenamyre.

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 </figure>An obituary is not available at this time for Gordon Greenamyre.VISITATION:Monday, June 1, 2020; 6pm to 8pmChamberlain-Pier Funeral Home101 N. Main St.Gordon, NE 69343

Gordon Greenamyre (1927 - 2020

Evelyn Frances Sones Keller passed away May 29, 2020 at her home in Gordon. She was born October 18, 1923 in Gordon, Nebraska to Edward Lee and Laura Bell (Knight) Sones, the youngest of four children.

Her early years were spent on the ranch 23 miles southeast of Gordon where she attended grade school at District #129 and then graduated from Gordon High School in 1940. She attended Normal School Training and went on to teach at rural schools for 6 years. She also worked at JC Penney for 6 years, she then went to work at First National Bank as bookkeeper and teller retiring in 1995.

She met and married Willard Keller at the First Presbyterian Church in 1948, where they had a double wedding with her brother Lyle and Joyce (Yardley) Sones. In July of 1955 a little girl, Jeanette, became a part of their family through adoption.

Evelyn was very active in the church, serving as Elder, Deacon, Sunday School, Youth Program and with the Women’s Association. She was a life-time member of the Legion Auxiliary, member of the Eastern Star and served on the board for the Senior Citizen Center. She was also a member of a couple of Card Clubs. She enjoyed doing crafts, reading, playing cards, traveling and being with friends and family.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Willard of 65 years, her parents, brothers Lee and Lyle, sister Lillian, several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and nephews.

She is survived by her daughter Jeanette, granddaughter Christian (Drew) Delane, great-grandchildren Silvie and Adam Delane, sister-in-law Joyce Sones, nieces, nephews and many friends.

A Graveside Memorial Service will be held Saturday June 6, 2020, 10 AM at Gordon Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the First Presbyterian Church or the Gordon Rescue Squad and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

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 </figure>Evelyn Frances Sones Keller passed away May 29, 2020 at her home in Gordon. She was born October 18, 1923 in Gordon, Nebraska to Edward Lee and Laura Bell (Knight) Sones, the youngest of four children.Her early years were spent on the ranch 23 miles southeast of Gordon where she attended grade school at District #129 and then graduated from Gordon High School in 1940. She attended Normal School Training and went on to teach at rural schools for 6 years. She also worked at JC Penney for 6 years, she then went to work at First National Bank as bookkeeper and teller retiring in 1995.She met and married Willard Keller at the First Presbyterian Church in 1948, where they had a double wedding with her brother Lyle and Joyce (Yardley) Sones. In July of 1955 a little girl, Jeanette, became a part of their family through adoption.Evelyn was very active in the church, serving as Elder, Deacon, Sunday School, Youth Program and with the Women’s Association. She was a life-time member of the Legion Auxiliary, member of the Eastern Star and served on the board for the Senior Citizen Center. She was also a member of a couple of Card Clubs. She enjoyed doing crafts, reading, playing cards, traveling and being with friends and family.Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Willard of 65 years, her parents, brothers Lee and Lyle, sister Lillian, several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and nephews.She is survived by her daughter Jeanette, granddaughter Christian (Drew) Delane, great-grandchildren Silvie and Adam Delane, sister-in-law Joyce Sones, nieces, nephews and many friends.A Graveside Memorial Service will be held Saturday June 6, 2020, 10 AM at Gordon Cemetery. A memorial has been established for the First Presbyterian Church or the Gordon Rescue Squad and donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Evelyn Frances Sones Keller (1923 - 2020

Anna Marie Reece of rural Crawford, passed away May 25, 2020 at home.

She was born October 8, 1936, to Dick and Clara Buckley in Crawford, Nebraska.

After graduating from Sioux County High School in 1954, she worked at the bank in Harrison, Nebraska.

On June 15, 1958, she married Jim Reece. To this union three children were born, Diane, Darlene and Allen.

Anna Marie is survived by her husband Jim; daughters; Diane (Max) Lovitt, Darlene Serres, and son, Allen (Mary) Reece. Six grandchildren; Angie (Nate) Stiverson, Latisha Lovitt, Cody (Nicole) Serres, Clayton (Terra) Serres, Tessa Reece and Trent Reece; 2 great-grandsons; Ryder Serres and Weldon Serres; four sisters; Delilah (Ed) Flaherty, Mildred Lewis, Alberta Anderson, and Vicki (Doug) Ring, and many nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 infant siblings, one infant granddaughter, four brother in-laws; Frank Reece, Richard Reece, Jerry Lewis and Kevin Anderson.

Anna Marie enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, knitting and embroidery. She made each grandchild a quilt when they were born. She loved to watch Husker games when she could and was able to attend a game for her 80th birthday. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the love of her life. She would travel to see them or they would come to see her and grandpa. Anna Marie always had a cookie or a piece of pie for anyone that stopped in to visit (and donuts for the grandkids).

<figure>
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 </figure>Anna Marie Reece of rural Crawford, passed away May 25, 2020 at home.She was born October 8, 1936, to Dick and Clara Buckley in Crawford, Nebraska.After graduating from Sioux County High School in 1954, she worked at the bank in Harrison, Nebraska.On June 15, 1958, she married Jim Reece. To this union three children were born, Diane, Darlene and Allen.Anna Marie is survived by her husband Jim; daughters; Diane (Max) Lovitt, Darlene Serres, and son, Allen (Mary) Reece. Six grandchildren; Angie (Nate) Stiverson, Latisha Lovitt, Cody (Nicole) Serres, Clayton (Terra) Serres, Tessa Reece and Trent Reece; 2 great-grandsons; Ryder Serres and Weldon Serres; four sisters; Delilah (Ed) Flaherty, Mildred Lewis, Alberta Anderson, and Vicki (Doug) Ring, and many nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 infant siblings, one infant granddaughter, four brother in-laws; Frank Reece, Richard Reece, Jerry Lewis and Kevin Anderson.Anna Marie enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, knitting and embroidery. She made each grandchild a quilt when they were born. She loved to watch Husker games when she could and was able to attend a game for her 80th birthday. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the love of her life. She would travel to see them or they would come to see her and grandpa. Anna Marie always had a cookie or a piece of pie for anyone that stopped in to visit (and donuts for the grandkids).

Anna Marie Reece (1936 - 2020

Steven Ray Messersmith, of Alliance, passed away May 28, 2020 at the age of 70.

The youngest of three children and the only boy, Steve was born May 11, 1950 to Robert and Myrtle Emily (Bauer) Messersmith of rural Alliance. Steve grew up and spent the majority of his life on the Messersmith Ranch, founded by his grandfather F.E. Messersmith.

Steve attended grade school at a one-room schoolhouse in Sheridan County. A “herd” of nearby Messersmith and Bauer cousins – who were more like siblings – provided Steve with ample playmates growing up. As a freshman he attended the Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis then went on to graduate from Alliance High School in 1968, where he was selected Prom King and elected Senior Class President.&nbsp; He was also an active member of 4-H, FFA and the wrestling team.

Following high school, Steve attended the University of Nebraska- Lincoln and graduated with a degree in animal science.&nbsp; He was a member of FarmHouse Fraternity and a lifelong Cornhusker football fan. &nbsp;A fond memory was driving to Miami with his frat brothers and sleeping on the beach to watch Nebraska beat LSU and win their first national championship. During his time in Lincoln, Steve met Lynne Black of Central City, Nebraska. Following graduation from UNL he enlisted in the army. His background and love of animals served him well during his time in the service, where he was stationed at Ft. Monmouth New Jersey working as an army veterinary and research assistant. Steve and Lynne married October 15, 1972 at Fairview United Methodist Church near Central City. To this union son Clay and daughter Cara were born.

Steve and Lynne made their home at Ft. Sill Oklahoma as Steve finished out his service, then moved back to Nebraska where they entered a partnership with Steve’s parents in the family ranch. Steve continued the family tradition of raising registered Hereford cattle, annually showing bulls at the Denver Stock Show, Rapid City Stock Show, and Kansas City Royal. He drove many long hours delivering bulls across the United States and even Canada. In fact, such a trip was how Steve and Lynne spent their honeymoon.

Steve was heavily involved in his children’s activities, especially showing cattle at the Box Butte County Fair. Even after Clay and Cara were out of high school, he was a regular at the 4-H and FFA Beef Show, always ready to lend a hand and a not so subtle opinion. Steve was a lifetime member of the Alliance United Methodist Church, the Nebraska Hereford Association, serving two terms as President and served on the board of education of Box Butte County District #65-J.&nbsp; He officially retired in 2016 after celebrating the Messersmith Ranch Centennial.&nbsp; At this time, he leased out the land and cattle as he and Lynne moved into Alliance. In retirement, Steve and Lynne enjoyed traveling with Lynne’s sisters: Susan and her husband Mark, and Deb and Delbert. Steve always remained devoted to Nebraska football as he and Lynne would gather with their “Corny Club” friends to watch games. He also loved the outdoors, including hunting at the ranch or fishing at McConaughy with Clay, nephew Brian and brother-in-law Jade. Most importantly, he loved the friends and family with which he participated in those activities. His favorites amongst those people called him “Pops.”

Steve will long be remembered for his booming voice, renditions of the Macarena at weddings, ability to always be the life of the party and his meticulously grilled steaks.

Steve is survived by his wife Lynne, son Clay (Micki) Messersmith of Alliance, daughter Cara (Aaron) Wade of Alliance; grandchildren Kaitlyn, Shaylee, Jenna and Kaci Messersmith and Camden, Bryce and Amelia Wade; sisters Evelyn Phillips of Kearney and Carol Eilts of Lincoln; sisters-in-law Susan Black (Mark Seader) of New York, NY and Debra King (Delbert Bender) of Kenesaw; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Herman and Myrtle Bauer and F.E. and Luva Messersmith and Gertrude Evans Messersmith; his parents; his father and mother-in-law Merlin and Lois Black; and his brother-in-law Jade Phillips.

Due to the Covid-19 mandates, a private family service will be Friday, June 5 at the United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating. Inurnment will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to: PAWS (Providing Animals With Shelter, PO Box 117, Alliance, NE 69301; the Alliance United Methodist Church, 704 Box Butte Ave, Alliance; Wounded Warriors Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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 </figure>Steven Ray Messersmith, of Alliance, passed away May 28, 2020 at the age of 70.The youngest of three children and the only boy, Steve was born May 11, 1950 to Robert and Myrtle Emily (Bauer) Messersmith of rural Alliance. Steve grew up and spent the majority of his life on the Messersmith Ranch, founded by his grandfather F.E. Messersmith.Steve attended grade school at a one-room schoolhouse in Sheridan County. A “herd” of nearby Messersmith and Bauer cousins – who were more like siblings – provided Steve with ample playmates growing up. As a freshman he attended the Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis then went on to graduate from Alliance High School in 1968, where he was selected Prom King and elected Senior Class President.&nbsp; He was also an active member of 4-H, FFA and the wrestling team.Following high school, Steve attended the University of Nebraska- Lincoln and graduated with a degree in animal science.&nbsp; He was a member of FarmHouse Fraternity and a lifelong Cornhusker football fan. &nbsp;A fond memory was driving to Miami with his frat brothers and sleeping on the beach to watch Nebraska beat LSU and win their first national championship. During his time in Lincoln, Steve met Lynne Black of Central City, Nebraska. Following graduation from UNL he enlisted in the army. His background and love of animals served him well during his time in the service, where he was stationed at Ft. Monmouth New Jersey working as an army veterinary and research assistant. Steve and Lynne married October 15, 1972 at Fairview United Methodist Church near Central City. To this union son Clay and daughter Cara were born.Steve and Lynne made their home at Ft. Sill Oklahoma as Steve finished out his service, then moved back to Nebraska where they entered a partnership with Steve’s parents in the family ranch. Steve continued the family tradition of raising registered Hereford cattle, annually showing bulls at the Denver Stock Show, Rapid City Stock Show, and Kansas City Royal. He drove many long hours delivering bulls across the United States and even Canada. In fact, such a trip was how Steve and Lynne spent their honeymoon.Steve was heavily involved in his children’s activities, especially showing cattle at the Box Butte County Fair. Even after Clay and Cara were out of high school, he was a regular at the 4-H and FFA Beef Show, always ready to lend a hand and a not so subtle opinion. Steve was a lifetime member of the Alliance United Methodist Church, the Nebraska Hereford Association, serving two terms as President and served on the board of education of Box Butte County District #65-J.&nbsp; He officially retired in 2016 after celebrating the Messersmith Ranch Centennial.&nbsp; At this time, he leased out the land and cattle as he and Lynne moved into Alliance. In retirement, Steve and Lynne enjoyed traveling with Lynne’s sisters: Susan and her husband Mark, and Deb and Delbert. Steve always remained devoted to Nebraska football as he and Lynne would gather with their “Corny Club” friends to watch games. He also loved the outdoors, including hunting at the ranch or fishing at McConaughy with Clay, nephew Brian and brother-in-law Jade. Most importantly, he loved the friends and family with which he participated in those activities. His favorites amongst those people called him “Pops.”Steve will long be remembered for his booming voice, renditions of the Macarena at weddings, ability to always be the life of the party and his meticulously grilled steaks.Steve is survived by his wife Lynne, son Clay (Micki) Messersmith of Alliance, daughter Cara (Aaron) Wade of Alliance; grandchildren Kaitlyn, Shaylee, Jenna and Kaci Messersmith and Camden, Bryce and Amelia Wade; sisters Evelyn Phillips of Kearney and Carol Eilts of Lincoln; sisters-in-law Susan Black (Mark Seader) of New York, NY and Debra King (Delbert Bender) of Kenesaw; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Herman and Myrtle Bauer and F.E. and Luva Messersmith and Gertrude Evans Messersmith; his parents; his father and mother-in-law Merlin and Lois Black; and his brother-in-law Jade Phillips.Due to the Covid-19 mandates, a private family service will be Friday, June 5 at the United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Gideon Achi officiating. Inurnment will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.Memorials may be given to: PAWS (Providing Animals With Shelter, PO Box 117, Alliance, NE 69301; the Alliance United Methodist Church, 704 Box Butte Ave, Alliance; Wounded Warriors Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Steven Ray Messersmith (1950 - 2020

Woodson “Woody” Elmer Thompson, age 79, Hyannis, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 16, 2020, surrounded by his family. Born to Merle and Nida (Harp) Thompson in Salem, Oregon on September 5, 1940.

Woody spent his childhood in Lamar, Colorado, then later attended Hyannis High School. In 1958, he was working for John Sibbitt when he met the love of his life, Maria Keegan. They were married June 24, 1961. Woody and Maria worked at the Triangle and Coble ranches before moving to the Pullman ranch, where Woody worked and also trained horses for the Huffman ranch. While working at the Pullman, Woody and Maria welcomed three daughters, Jodi, Cindi and Trudi. Woody and Maria would later move to Squaw Valley ranch where they worked for Ed and Sally Becker for 23 years. Woody loved working at Squaw Valley, he loved to ride his horse across the meadow to the highest hill and admire the view across the valley.

Woody was a true cowboy, not only did he train horses, he also enjoyed team roping and in his earlier years saddle bronc riding. He would later give this up to watch and support his daughters as they began high school rodeo.

When his health began to fail, he would retire from ranch life and move into Hyannis. However, retirement did not suit him. So, he began playing golf and was instrumental with the fund raising and building of the Pelican Beach Golf course. He also continued to help with the Old Timer’s Rodeo in Hyannis.

Woody also worked for Ritchey and CaliCrate, attending many farm and ranch shows selling ear tags and banders for them. These shows took Maria and him to Canada, Kentucky, Kansas, Montana, California, Oklahoma, Texas, South and North Dakota. Through these jobs, he discovered he loved to travel and visit with the ranchers and farmers. Woody never knew a stranger, much to his family’s dismay, he would often pick up hitchhikers and give them rides and money for food. He would greet everyone with a twinkle in his eye, a warm smile, and a firm handshake. His sense of humor and quick wit will be missed every day.

Woody was a man of great faith and lived his life with such integrity! People who knew him, knew that he was an honest man and a hard worker. You could always trust Woody at his word, when he said he was going to do something he did. Woody had a talent for fixing the broken and giving new life to the old. He was admired by many and Dad was always our “hero.”

During the winter, you could always find Woody at the gas station drinking a cup of coffee and playing a game of pitch or in a cribbage tournament with his friends. In the summer, he kept busy going to golf tournaments with his golfing buddies. But when the school year came along, Woody became an avid fan cheering on his grandkids. He attended numerous youth baseball, football, and basketball games, plays and musicals, and even a few volleyball games and dance competitions. He would also follow his grandkids as they went through high school sports. He truly was their greatest fan!!

Woody was very involved in his community. He served as a lector and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Parish Council, Dist. #9 school board member, Lion’s Club, Pelican Beach Golf Club, and a High School Rodeo Director.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Maria, daughters Jodi (Shane) Storer and their children Kyle, Brett, Jeff, and Dane; Cindi (Mace) McGinley and their children Joshua, Daniel, and Scott; and Trudi (Greg) Gottlob and their children Elizabeth and Tyler. He is survived by his sister June Broughton, nieces, nephews, cousins, and the many who considered him “Dad.” He was preceded in death by his father, Merle; mother, Nida; sister, Joanne; and brother-in-law Eldon, “Pudge” Broughton.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, June 15, 2020 11:00am at All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis with Interment at Hyannis Cemetery.&nbsp; There will be a Rosary recited Monday, June 15, 2020 at 10:00am.

Memorials to All Saints Catholic Church, Grant County Rescue Unit or the Pelican Beach Golf Club.

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 </figure>Woodson “Woody” Elmer Thompson, age 79, Hyannis, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 16, 2020, surrounded by his family. Born to Merle and Nida (Harp) Thompson in Salem, Oregon on September 5, 1940.Woody spent his childhood in Lamar, Colorado, then later attended Hyannis High School. In 1958, he was working for John Sibbitt when he met the love of his life, Maria Keegan. They were married June 24, 1961. Woody and Maria worked at the Triangle and Coble ranches before moving to the Pullman ranch, where Woody worked and also trained horses for the Huffman ranch. While working at the Pullman, Woody and Maria welcomed three daughters, Jodi, Cindi and Trudi. Woody and Maria would later move to Squaw Valley ranch where they worked for Ed and Sally Becker for 23 years. Woody loved working at Squaw Valley, he loved to ride his horse across the meadow to the highest hill and admire the view across the valley.Woody was a true cowboy, not only did he train horses, he also enjoyed team roping and in his earlier years saddle bronc riding. He would later give this up to watch and support his daughters as they began high school rodeo.When his health began to fail, he would retire from ranch life and move into Hyannis. However, retirement did not suit him. So, he began playing golf and was instrumental with the fund raising and building of the Pelican Beach Golf course. He also continued to help with the Old Timer’s Rodeo in Hyannis.Woody also worked for Ritchey and CaliCrate, attending many farm and ranch shows selling ear tags and banders for them. These shows took Maria and him to Canada, Kentucky, Kansas, Montana, California, Oklahoma, Texas, South and North Dakota. Through these jobs, he discovered he loved to travel and visit with the ranchers and farmers. Woody never knew a stranger, much to his family’s dismay, he would often pick up hitchhikers and give them rides and money for food. He would greet everyone with a twinkle in his eye, a warm smile, and a firm handshake. His sense of humor and quick wit will be missed every day.Woody was a man of great faith and lived his life with such integrity! People who knew him, knew that he was an honest man and a hard worker. You could always trust Woody at his word, when he said he was going to do something he did. Woody had a talent for fixing the broken and giving new life to the old. He was admired by many and Dad was always our “hero.”During the winter, you could always find Woody at the gas station drinking a cup of coffee and playing a game of pitch or in a cribbage tournament with his friends. In the summer, he kept busy going to golf tournaments with his golfing buddies. But when the school year came along, Woody became an avid fan cheering on his grandkids. He attended numerous youth baseball, football, and basketball games, plays and musicals, and even a few volleyball games and dance competitions. He would also follow his grandkids as they went through high school sports. He truly was their greatest fan!!Woody was very involved in his community. He served as a lector and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Parish Council, Dist. #9 school board member, Lion’s Club, Pelican Beach Golf Club, and a High School Rodeo Director.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Maria, daughters Jodi (Shane) Storer and their children Kyle, Brett, Jeff, and Dane; Cindi (Mace) McGinley and their children Joshua, Daniel, and Scott; and Trudi (Greg) Gottlob and their children Elizabeth and Tyler. He is survived by his sister June Broughton, nieces, nephews, cousins, and the many who considered him “Dad.” He was preceded in death by his father, Merle; mother, Nida; sister, Joanne; and brother-in-law Eldon, “Pudge” Broughton.Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, June 15, 2020 11:00am at All Saints Catholic Church in Hyannis with Interment at Hyannis Cemetery.&nbsp; There will be a Rosary recited Monday, June 15, 2020 at 10:00am.Memorials to All Saints Catholic Church, Grant County Rescue Unit or the Pelican Beach Golf Club.

Woodson “Woody” Elmer Thompson (1940 - 2020

Jackie (Jack) L. Scott, 88, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2020 at The Residency in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

Jack was born April 15, 1932 in Mexico, Missouri to Paul and Katherine (Spurling) Scott. At the age of 17, Jack made a decision to join the U S Navy with his Father’s blessing.&nbsp; Jack entered into Training Camp at Camp Pendleton in June of 1949 where he attend Dental School and became a Dental Technician. Jack served in Korea as Dental Technician with D Medical Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Division from 1949-1953.&nbsp; Jack later served with the US Naval Reserve from 1953-1978 in Hannibal, Missouri and Cheyenne, Wyoming where he later became a Hospital Medical Corpman. Jack would take his family to California every summer for 6 weeks while he would serve at Camp Pendleton and Coronado during his time with the Naval Reserves as Chief Petty Officer.&nbsp; After his return from Korea, Jack worked for the GM&amp;O Railroad as a Brakeman.&nbsp; Jack later travelled to Alliance, Nebraska where he work the Beet season with CB&amp;Q RR now known as BNSF in 1954.&nbsp; Also, in 1954 Jack met his Partner in Life, Flora F Struble, at the Alliance Skating Rink. After 2 months, Jack and Flora got married in Hot Springs, South Dakota on November 20th, 1954.&nbsp; In 1955, Jack and Flo welcomed their first daughter Denise and in 1959 another daughter, Connie.&nbsp; Jack worked for Kaiser Aluminum Brick Plant in Mexico, Missouri as an Electrician until his decision to move his family to Alliance, Nebraska to work for BNSF Railroad.&nbsp; Jack later became an Engineer for the BNSF and worked for 28 years before retiring in 1997.&nbsp; Jack also obtained his Private Pilot License and his love for flying was evident by his constant eye to sky.

Jack is survived by his wife Flora and his two daughters Denise (Jim) Cunningham and Connie (William) Bosch.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Katherine, his brothers Gene, Bob, Boyd and his sister Mary Martin.&nbsp;

Cremation will take place and a service will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In closing, we will always keep him close to our hearts and would like to say as we heard many Service men and women on a recent trip to Camp Pendleton say to Jack, “Thank you for your service, Chief and Semper Fi.”

Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.;/'.

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 </figure>Jackie (Jack) L. Scott, 88, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2020 at The Residency in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.Jack was born April 15, 1932 in Mexico, Missouri to Paul and Katherine (Spurling) Scott. At the age of 17, Jack made a decision to join the U S Navy with his Father’s blessing.&nbsp; Jack entered into Training Camp at Camp Pendleton in June of 1949 where he attend Dental School and became a Dental Technician. Jack served in Korea as Dental Technician with D Medical Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Division from 1949-1953.&nbsp; Jack later served with the US Naval Reserve from 1953-1978 in Hannibal, Missouri and Cheyenne, Wyoming where he later became a Hospital Medical Corpman. Jack would take his family to California every summer for 6 weeks while he would serve at Camp Pendleton and Coronado during his time with the Naval Reserves as Chief Petty Officer.&nbsp; After his return from Korea, Jack worked for the GM&amp;O Railroad as a Brakeman.&nbsp; Jack later travelled to Alliance, Nebraska where he work the Beet season with CB&amp;Q RR now known as BNSF in 1954.&nbsp; Also, in 1954 Jack met his Partner in Life, Flora F Struble, at the Alliance Skating Rink. After 2 months, Jack and Flora got married in Hot Springs, South Dakota on November 20th, 1954.&nbsp; In 1955, Jack and Flo welcomed their first daughter Denise and in 1959 another daughter, Connie.&nbsp; Jack worked for Kaiser Aluminum Brick Plant in Mexico, Missouri as an Electrician until his decision to move his family to Alliance, Nebraska to work for BNSF Railroad.&nbsp; Jack later became an Engineer for the BNSF and worked for 28 years before retiring in 1997.&nbsp; Jack also obtained his Private Pilot License and his love for flying was evident by his constant eye to sky.Jack is survived by his wife Flora and his two daughters Denise (Jim) Cunningham and Connie (William) Bosch.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Katherine, his brothers Gene, Bob, Boyd and his sister Mary Martin.&nbsp;Cremation will take place and a service will be held at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In closing, we will always keep him close to our hearts and would like to say as we heard many Service men and women on a recent trip to Camp Pendleton say to Jack, “Thank you for your service, Chief and Semper Fi.”Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.;/'.

Jackie (Jack) L. Scott (1932 - 2020

Ruth Ida (Diefenbach) Hatch, 95, of Alliance, passed away, Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.&nbsp;

She was born March 31, 1925 in Lexington, NE, to Ida (Koehn) Diefenbach and Melvin Diefenbach. She graduated from Lexington High School.

Ruth married the love of her life, Virgil Hatch, on March 3, 1946 at the United Methodist Church in Lexington, NE. They were blessed to celebrate their 74th anniversary on March 3, 2020. He survives her. Survivors also include her son, Jerry (Hing Wah, daughter Deb Thiems (Rick, grandsons, Tyler Thiems (Lindsie, and Pat Garrett (Lisa, granddaughters, Ashley Dudden(Jason, Karri (Hatch) Guthmiller, Kay Ying Hatch, Gina Rebillet, 14great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Hatch, daughter in law, Anita Hatch, her parents, her sisters, Florence Walker, Vera Hageman, Arlene Kolbo, Emogene Andrews, and brothers, John and Paul Diefenbach.

Ruth was a resident of Alliance for 58 years . She owned and operated Hatch Drug, Ruth’s Hallmark, Radio Shack, and Special Stitches with Virgil and family for 48 years.

Ruth was an active member of the Lexington and Alliance United Methodist Churches and loved her time singing in the choir. Her impact on the community of Alliance included becoming the first female president of the Alliance Chamber of Commerce, as well as, one of the original members of the Soroptimists in Alliance.

If you ever got to taste a meal prepared by Ruth, you know she loved to cook and took joy in seeing everyone finish every last bite. Her love for gardening, especially tending to her roses along with knitting or sewing gifts are passions she has passed on to her family. That was her greatest joy, her family, and the time spent with them. She always looked forward to the gatherings of everyone for birthday dinners and holidays.

A private family service will be held at the United Methodist Church with Pastor Gideon Achi officiating. Inurnment will be in the church columbarium.

Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Park Care Center,&nbsp;1633 Sweetwater Avenue, or&nbsp;the United Methodist Church,&nbsp;704 Box Butte Ave., Alliance, NE.

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 </figure>Ruth Ida (Diefenbach) Hatch, 95, of Alliance, passed away, Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.&nbsp;She was born March 31, 1925 in Lexington, NE, to Ida (Koehn) Diefenbach and Melvin Diefenbach. She graduated from Lexington High School.Ruth married the love of her life, Virgil Hatch, on March 3, 1946 at the United Methodist Church in Lexington, NE. They were blessed to celebrate their 74th anniversary on March 3, 2020. He survives her. Survivors also include her son, Jerry (Hing Wah, daughter Deb Thiems (Rick, grandsons, Tyler Thiems (Lindsie, and Pat Garrett (Lisa, granddaughters, Ashley Dudden(Jason, Karri (Hatch) Guthmiller, Kay Ying Hatch, Gina Rebillet, 14great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Hatch, daughter in law, Anita Hatch, her parents, her sisters, Florence Walker, Vera Hageman, Arlene Kolbo, Emogene Andrews, and brothers, John and Paul Diefenbach.Ruth was a resident of Alliance for 58 years . She owned and operated Hatch Drug, Ruth’s Hallmark, Radio Shack, and Special Stitches with Virgil and family for 48 years.Ruth was an active member of the Lexington and Alliance United Methodist Churches and loved her time singing in the choir. Her impact on the community of Alliance included becoming the first female president of the Alliance Chamber of Commerce, as well as, one of the original members of the Soroptimists in Alliance.If you ever got to taste a meal prepared by Ruth, you know she loved to cook and took joy in seeing everyone finish every last bite. Her love for gardening, especially tending to her roses along with knitting or sewing gifts are passions she has passed on to her family. That was her greatest joy, her family, and the time spent with them. She always looked forward to the gatherings of everyone for birthday dinners and holidays.A private family service will be held at the United Methodist Church with Pastor Gideon Achi officiating. Inurnment will be in the church columbarium.Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Park Care Center,&nbsp;1633 Sweetwater Avenue, or&nbsp;the United Methodist Church,&nbsp;704 Box Butte Ave., Alliance, NE.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ruth Ida (Diefenbach) Hatch (1925 - 2020

Boyd Ray Nye, age 77 died at his home in Alliance on May 22, 2020 with his family at his side.&nbsp;

Boyd was born November 2, 1942 to William H. (Bill) and Retta (Simpson) Nye in Alliance, NE. He joined his brother, Bob and sisters Doris and Darlene as the third generation to live on the homestead of his grandparent’s William H. Sr. and Lucy Ella (Jennings) Nye Northeast of Alliance.&nbsp; Boyd grew up helping work the farm, riding horses, and doing chores.&nbsp; He and Darlene argued about whose turn it was to clean the chicken house!

Boyd attended Box Butte County Rural School District #3 through the 8th grade. He then attended Alliance High School, graduating in 1960. Following graduation, he moved in to Alliance where he was employed by DeMar trailer company, and later Plains Implement while continuing to help on the farm.

On January 10, 1964 Boyd and Jelinda Christensen were united in marriage at the First Christian Church in Alliance. Their son Barry was born in April of 1968 and in June of 1968, the family moved to Chadron where he became employed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. In 1971 Boyd became the assistant superintendent of Indian Cave State Park, and the family moved to Schubert, NE.&nbsp; They returned to Box Butte County in 1973 to help work the Nye and Christensen Farms moving onto the Nye homestead where he farmed wheat and raised livestock. During this time he also drove a truck hauling beets and cattle for W. Christie and Howard Herian. In 2008 Boyd and Jelinda “semi-retired” and moved back into Alliance when Barry and his wife Gretchen, and their son Cody moved onto the home place becoming the 4th and 5th generations to live on the ranch.

Boyd enjoyed hunting, fishing, carpentry, welding and following his grandson, Cody’s activities. He loved a good card game with friends, and was known for card tricks, and telling jokes.&nbsp; We think he remembered every joke he ever heard! He was a member of the Alliance Eagles Club and was active in the Alliance Archery Club. Boyd taught archery and hunter safety through the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for several years.

He is survived by his wife Jelinda, son Barry, daughter in-law Gretchen, and grandson Cody. He is also survived by his sister, Darlene (Jim) Doyle of Gregory, SD, nieces and nephews Celia (David) Weeks, Brent (Anne) Nye, Joleen (Mike) Townsend, Karen (Mark) DeBolt, Carl (Fusun) Sulzbach, Tracy (Jon) Dahlenburg, Jay (Lori) Doyle, and Chad Holmberg. Boyd was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Retta, brother Bob and his wife Bessie, sister Doris and Husband Chuck Sulzbach, niece Lori (Doyle) Holmberg, in-laws John and Esther Christensen, sister in-law Mary Jane McCrery, and niece Rhonda Champion.

A graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery on Wednesday May 27th, 2020 at 2:00 PM. In case of rain, please use Jefferson Rd. not Hayes Rd. to travel to the cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Regional West Hospice, or to the family for designation to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for hunter safety education.

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 </figure>Boyd Ray Nye, age 77 died at his home in Alliance on May 22, 2020 with his family at his side.&nbsp;Boyd was born November 2, 1942 to William H. (Bill) and Retta (Simpson) Nye in Alliance, NE. He joined his brother, Bob and sisters Doris and Darlene as the third generation to live on the homestead of his grandparent’s William H. Sr. and Lucy Ella (Jennings) Nye Northeast of Alliance.&nbsp; Boyd grew up helping work the farm, riding horses, and doing chores.&nbsp; He and Darlene argued about whose turn it was to clean the chicken house!Boyd attended Box Butte County Rural School District #3 through the 8th grade. He then attended Alliance High School, graduating in 1960. Following graduation, he moved in to Alliance where he was employed by DeMar trailer company, and later Plains Implement while continuing to help on the farm.On January 10, 1964 Boyd and Jelinda Christensen were united in marriage at the First Christian Church in Alliance. Their son Barry was born in April of 1968 and in June of 1968, the family moved to Chadron where he became employed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. In 1971 Boyd became the assistant superintendent of Indian Cave State Park, and the family moved to Schubert, NE.&nbsp; They returned to Box Butte County in 1973 to help work the Nye and Christensen Farms moving onto the Nye homestead where he farmed wheat and raised livestock. During this time he also drove a truck hauling beets and cattle for W. Christie and Howard Herian. In 2008 Boyd and Jelinda “semi-retired” and moved back into Alliance when Barry and his wife Gretchen, and their son Cody moved onto the home place becoming the 4th and 5th generations to live on the ranch.Boyd enjoyed hunting, fishing, carpentry, welding and following his grandson, Cody’s activities. He loved a good card game with friends, and was known for card tricks, and telling jokes.&nbsp; We think he remembered every joke he ever heard! He was a member of the Alliance Eagles Club and was active in the Alliance Archery Club. Boyd taught archery and hunter safety through the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for several years.He is survived by his wife Jelinda, son Barry, daughter in-law Gretchen, and grandson Cody. He is also survived by his sister, Darlene (Jim) Doyle of Gregory, SD, nieces and nephews Celia (David) Weeks, Brent (Anne) Nye, Joleen (Mike) Townsend, Karen (Mark) DeBolt, Carl (Fusun) Sulzbach, Tracy (Jon) Dahlenburg, Jay (Lori) Doyle, and Chad Holmberg. Boyd was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Retta, brother Bob and his wife Bessie, sister Doris and Husband Chuck Sulzbach, niece Lori (Doyle) Holmberg, in-laws John and Esther Christensen, sister in-law Mary Jane McCrery, and niece Rhonda Champion.A graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery on Wednesday May 27th, 2020 at 2:00 PM. In case of rain, please use Jefferson Rd. not Hayes Rd. to travel to the cemetery.Memorials may be made to Regional West Hospice, or to the family for designation to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for hunter safety education.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Boyd Ray Nye (1942 -2020

Rosie Irene Stricker, 93, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp;

Rosie was born and raised in Bayard Nebraska on September 24, 1926.&nbsp; This is where Rosie met the love of her life, Walter A. Stricker.&nbsp; She said she always had a bet with her mother that she wouldn't get married until she was 20 years old.&nbsp; On September 29, 1946, 4 days after her birthday they united in marriage.&nbsp; They moved to Alliance in 1948 farming and starting their family.&nbsp; They survived the blizzard of 1949, they both always talked about that.&nbsp;

Rosie was a very God-fearing, kind-hearted, loving woman.&nbsp; She always welcomed friends and family with a hug and some candy!&nbsp; She loved, and was devoted to raising her 5 kids and then helping raise (babysit) her 10 grandchildren.&nbsp;

Rosie is survived by her children, Donald (Linda) of Alliance, Richard (Connie) of Hemingford, Linda (Lyle) Wood of Minatare, and Wally (Nancy) of Alliance, her grandchildren, Kimberly (Brian) Benda, Kody Stricker all of Alliance, Richie Stricker of Hemingford, Stephanie Olson of Sidney, Christopher (Maggie) Marsh of Omaha, Ryan (Jessica) of Crete, Kadi (Andrew) Bradfield of Cheyenne, Kelsey Wood of Lincoln, Adam (Laura) Stricker of Berea, Wyatt Stricker of Alliance, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, and Dearly Loved Family Friends Alaina Schaneman and Hayden McDonald of Hemingford.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister-in-law, Wilma Stricker of Scottsbluff

Rosie was preceded in death by her husband Walter in 2005, her daughter Debra in 2016, and her grandson Casey in 2011, her parents, Jacob and Katherine Martin, 3 brothers and 1 sister.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Bayard Cemetery with her beloved.

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 </figure>Rosie Irene Stricker, 93, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Highland Park Care Center.&nbsp;Rosie was born and raised in Bayard Nebraska on September 24, 1926.&nbsp; This is where Rosie met the love of her life, Walter A. Stricker.&nbsp; She said she always had a bet with her mother that she wouldn't get married until she was 20 years old.&nbsp; On September 29, 1946, 4 days after her birthday they united in marriage.&nbsp; They moved to Alliance in 1948 farming and starting their family.&nbsp; They survived the blizzard of 1949, they both always talked about that.&nbsp;Rosie was a very God-fearing, kind-hearted, loving woman.&nbsp; She always welcomed friends and family with a hug and some candy!&nbsp; She loved, and was devoted to raising her 5 kids and then helping raise (babysit) her 10 grandchildren.&nbsp;Rosie is survived by her children, Donald (Linda) of Alliance, Richard (Connie) of Hemingford, Linda (Lyle) Wood of Minatare, and Wally (Nancy) of Alliance, her grandchildren, Kimberly (Brian) Benda, Kody Stricker all of Alliance, Richie Stricker of Hemingford, Stephanie Olson of Sidney, Christopher (Maggie) Marsh of Omaha, Ryan (Jessica) of Crete, Kadi (Andrew) Bradfield of Cheyenne, Kelsey Wood of Lincoln, Adam (Laura) Stricker of Berea, Wyatt Stricker of Alliance, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, and Dearly Loved Family Friends Alaina Schaneman and Hayden McDonald of Hemingford.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister-in-law, Wilma Stricker of ScottsbluffRosie was preceded in death by her husband Walter in 2005, her daughter Debra in 2016, and her grandson Casey in 2011, her parents, Jacob and Katherine Martin, 3 brothers and 1 sister.A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Bayard Cemetery with her beloved.Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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