&nbsp; Victoria Jane “Vicki” Millman, age 86, of Sidney, was called to heaven on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Faith Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. Cremation has been held and inurnment will follow at Flandreau, in South Dakota. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website.

Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Friday, March 15th from 1-6:00 P.M. to sign Vicki’s book.

You may view Vicki’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Vicki’s care and funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Sidney Extended Care, 549 Keller Drive, Sidney, NE 69162.

Vicki was born in Fort Madison, IA on January 20, 1938 to Victor and Mary Ellen McCarrick. She grew up in North Kansas City, MO where she also met her husband.

Vicki was married to John “Tom” Millman for 60 years and has called Sidney, NE home since 1987. Vicki enjoyed dancing, listening to music (especially Johnny Mathis), bowling, playing the piano and drawing.

Vicki is survived by her husband Tom Millman, daughters Julie Potter, Janet and husband Jim Goodman and Anne Millman. Grandchildren Michael and wife Cheree Folts, Jaclyn and husband Travis Kehr, Dylan and wife Leah Goodman, and Evan Potter. Great-grandsons Cannen Folts, Chace Folts and Cutler Folts. Great-granddaughter Nora Kehr. Sisters Eileen and husband Ron Meriwether, Ellen and husband Del Sutton, and several nieces, and nephews. 

She is preceded in death by her parents Victor and Mary Ellen McCarrick.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Victoria Jane “Vicki” Millman, age 86, of Sidney, was called to heaven on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Faith Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. Cremation has been held and inurnment will follow at Flandreau, in South Dakota. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website.Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Friday, March 15th from 1-6:00 P.M. to sign Vicki’s book.You may view Vicki’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Vicki’s care and funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Sidney Extended Care, 549 Keller Drive, Sidney, NE 69162.Vicki was born in Fort Madison, IA on January 20, 1938 to Victor and Mary Ellen McCarrick. She grew up in North Kansas City, MO where she also met her husband.Vicki was married to John “Tom” Millman for 60 years and has called Sidney, NE home since 1987. Vicki enjoyed dancing, listening to music (especially Johnny Mathis), bowling, playing the piano and drawing.Vicki is survived by her husband Tom Millman, daughters Julie Potter, Janet and husband Jim Goodman and Anne Millman. Grandchildren Michael and wife Cheree Folts, Jaclyn and husband Travis Kehr, Dylan and wife Leah Goodman, and Evan Potter. Great-grandsons Cannen Folts, Chace Folts and Cutler Folts. Great-granddaughter Nora Kehr. Sisters Eileen and husband Ron Meriwether, Ellen and husband Del Sutton, and several nieces, and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Victor and Mary Ellen McCarrick.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Victoria Jane “Vicki” Millman (1938 - 2024)

Edward Gene Meininger Born 12/14/36 Died 3/11/24

Eddie was born to Alex and Elizabeth Meininger in Minatare, NE on Dec. 14, 1936. In 1954 he met Kay Hansen, his “peach of a wife” as he lovingly called her. They were married Dec. 15, 1957 and had 2 children Randy and Connie. Ed and Kay farmed in Lyman, Scottsbluff, Gering and Minatare, NE until he retired in Scottsbluff in 1998 where he continued with his love of growing green things and meticulously took care of his lawn that he could make look and feel like green velvet. He loved using his farming skills and his John Deere tractor to do snow removal and weed patrol for Westway Christian Church. Ed and Kay moved to the Residency in Scottsbluff in October 2022 where they have made many new friends and Ed was lovingly called ‘Puzzle King’. Their church home, Westway Christian Church (formerly The Church at Bryant) is near and dear to their hearts. They have been loved and cared for by them for most of their 66 years of marriage.

Family includes wife, Kay; children Randy (Kim) Meininger and Connie (Rusty) Miller, Omaha; grandchildren Jordan Meininger, Ogallala, Kyle (Courtney) Meininger, Kaldon (Amanda) Meininger, Kayla (Tim) Hawkins, Colorado Springs, CO, Jayme (Joe) Simon, Phoenix, AZ and Austin Miller (Emma Lang) Denver, CO; great grandchildren Jamison, Whitman and Sutton Hawkins; McKenzie &amp; Weston Meininger, Reed &amp; Lena Simon, and Ellie Meininger, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Elizabeth, brothers Clarence, Joe and Elmer, Sisters Ruby, Rosie, Ruth, Bertha and Freda, as well as grandson, Kyle Meininger.

Visitation will be at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel on Sunday, March 17th from 2p-4p. Celebration of Life will be held at Westway Christian Church on Monday, March 18th at 2pm with Pastor Willie Coop officiating. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.

Memorials in lieu of flowers to Westway Christian Church, Scottsbluff, NE. Feel free to join the family in wearing John Deere green. For those who must wear red, we’ll have other seating options available.

Edward Gene Meininger passed away Monday, March 11, 2024 at Regional West Medical Center.

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 </figure>Edward Gene Meininger Born 12/14/36 Died 3/11/24 Eddie was born to Alex and Elizabeth Meininger in Minatare, NE on Dec. 14, 1936. In 1954 he met Kay Hansen, his “peach of a wife” as he lovingly called her. They were married Dec. 15, 1957 and had 2 children Randy and Connie. Ed and Kay farmed in Lyman, Scottsbluff, Gering and Minatare, NE until he retired in Scottsbluff in 1998 where he continued with his love of growing green things and meticulously took care of his lawn that he could make look and feel like green velvet. He loved using his farming skills and his John Deere tractor to do snow removal and weed patrol for Westway Christian Church. Ed and Kay moved to the Residency in Scottsbluff in October 2022 where they have made many new friends and Ed was lovingly called ‘Puzzle King’. Their church home, Westway Christian Church (formerly The Church at Bryant) is near and dear to their hearts. They have been loved and cared for by them for most of their 66 years of marriage.Family includes wife, Kay; children Randy (Kim) Meininger and Connie (Rusty) Miller, Omaha; grandchildren Jordan Meininger, Ogallala, Kyle (Courtney) Meininger, Kaldon (Amanda) Meininger, Kayla (Tim) Hawkins, Colorado Springs, CO, Jayme (Joe) Simon, Phoenix, AZ and Austin Miller (Emma Lang) Denver, CO; great grandchildren Jamison, Whitman and Sutton Hawkins; McKenzie &amp; Weston Meininger, Reed &amp; Lena Simon, and Ellie Meininger, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Elizabeth, brothers Clarence, Joe and Elmer, Sisters Ruby, Rosie, Ruth, Bertha and Freda, as well as grandson, Kyle Meininger.Visitation will be at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel on Sunday, March 17th from 2p-4p. Celebration of Life will be held at Westway Christian Church on Monday, March 18th at 2pm with Pastor Willie Coop officiating. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.Memorials in lieu of flowers to Westway Christian Church, Scottsbluff, NE. Feel free to join the family in wearing John Deere green. For those who must wear red, we’ll have other seating options available.Edward Gene Meininger passed away Monday, March 11, 2024 at Regional West Medical Center.

Edward Gene Meininger (1936 - 2024)

Shannon Bishop, 58, of Terrytown, passed away Sunday evening, March 10, 2024 in Scottsbluff.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2024 at the Chuck Wagon Church 1408 East 12th Street in Scottsbluff.

Services will be streamed live and available to watch later on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook Page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Shannon’s name can be made to the family.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff are serving the Bishop family.

Shannon Lori Ream was born September 15, 1965 to Lloyd “Pud” and Bernadine “Bunny" (Lathan) Ream. &nbsp;She grew up north of Morrill on the farm in Sioux County and attended Morrill schools. &nbsp;She graduated from Morrill High School in 1984. &nbsp;After high school she attended Chadron State College and earned her bachelor’s degree.

She was married to David Bishop and to this union 3 children were born: Heaven, Symphony, and Lane. &nbsp;Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy and helped her through the last few years of health problems.

Shannon was a member of the Chuck Wagon Church and enjoyed attending services and singing the hymns.

She is survived by her 3 children: Heaven, Symphony and Lane Bishop all of Scottsbluff; 2 beautiful granddaughters, Naomi and Raven; siblings, Melody Landen of Kearney, Shawn Hays, Monica Ream, Justin Ream, Josh Ream and Jill Ream all of Scottsbluff; special friend, Buddy Pester, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Shannon was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Harmony.

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 </figure>Shannon Bishop, 58, of Terrytown, passed away Sunday evening, March 10, 2024 in Scottsbluff.Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2024 at the Chuck Wagon Church 1408 East 12th Street in Scottsbluff.Services will be streamed live and available to watch later on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook Page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals">https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals</a>). &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials in Shannon’s name can be made to the family.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh and Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff are serving the Bishop family.Shannon Lori Ream was born September 15, 1965 to Lloyd “Pud” and Bernadine “Bunny" (Lathan) Ream. &nbsp;She grew up north of Morrill on the farm in Sioux County and attended Morrill schools. &nbsp;She graduated from Morrill High School in 1984. &nbsp;After high school she attended Chadron State College and earned her bachelor’s degree.She was married to David Bishop and to this union 3 children were born: Heaven, Symphony, and Lane. &nbsp;Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy and helped her through the last few years of health problems.Shannon was a member of the Chuck Wagon Church and enjoyed attending services and singing the hymns.She is survived by her 3 children: Heaven, Symphony and Lane Bishop all of Scottsbluff; 2 beautiful granddaughters, Naomi and Raven; siblings, Melody Landen of Kearney, Shawn Hays, Monica Ream, Justin Ream, Josh Ream and Jill Ream all of Scottsbluff; special friend, Buddy Pester, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Shannon was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Harmony.

Shannon Bishop (1965-2024)

&nbsp; Carrie C. Balfour, age 89, of Sidney, NE went to be with Jesus on the morning of March 8, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Faith Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. The casket will be closed and services will conclude at the church. Inurnment will follow at a later date. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website.

Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Event Center, 1212 10th Avenue, Sidney, NE on Thursday from 1-6:00 P.M. to leave condolences for the family.

You may view Carrie’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Carrie’s care and funeral arrangements.

Carrie was born in Nebraska City, NE on August 1, 1934 to Elmer and Cordelia (Fields) Conkling. She grew up and went to High School in Nebraska City. Carrie was very active in High School. She was the FHA President, Snow Queen Attendant, Homecoming Attendant, played the oboe and glockenspiel in the band and was the 1951 FFA Sweetheart. In 1949, her sophomore year, she met her lifelong love, Robert R. Balfour. She was not allowed to ride on his Harley, so their dates were with the 1931 four door Chevy.

After HS, Carrie went to Cottey Women’s College. Then Peru State College. Then finally graduated from University of Nebraska, Lincoln with a BS in Home Economics. With one semester to go, She and Robert (Bob) got married. June 11, 1955. Carrie went back to school, finished her degree, then they headed to Paris Island, SC. Bob was in the Marine Corp, Carrie taught 8th grade science in Beaufort, SC. In 1957, Bob’s Marine service took them to Barstow, CA. They lived in a small house on a farm. In exchange for them “watching the farm” and stacking the hay, they received free rent. In 1957 they had Robert Jr. In 1958 they had Rodger.

In 1958, Carrie found herself headed to Omaha with her young family. Carrie stayed busy in Omaha by volunteering as an Assistant Den Mother for Cub Scouts, singing in the church choir, and being active in PEO. She must not have been too busy because she had 4 more children before moving to Sidney in 1968. Carrie drove 400 miles in a station wagon with 6 little kids and her mother.

In 1969, Carrie had her 7th and final child, Mary. Carrie spent the rest of her life in Sidney. She was known in Sidney for her involvement as a youth choir director at the Light Memorial Presbyterian Church, room mother at South Ward Elementary, substitute teacher, census worker, polling place volunteer, her musical “Hat Show”, delivering Meals on Wheels, singing with the Fort Sidney Colonels, and singing at various wedding and funerals. Carrie loved to sing. Musicals have always been her favorite movies/shows. Carrie may have been best known as the Matriarch of Balfour Family Fireworks.

In 1984, with 7 kids, community activities, and wife responsibilities, Carrie and Bob purchased Sidney Floral. Every arrangement was made with love. Customers were like family to her. Every customer received special service. Many of her customers and employees became lifelong friends.

Besides her family and music, Carrie’s love was the mountains. Right after fireworks were finished, she and Bob would go to their small cabin in the mountains. The mountains were her “little slice of heaven".

 Carrie was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Cordelia Conkling, her beloved Uncle Herbert Fields and her Aunt Carolyn, her only sister Marvel Gillespie and a great grandson.

Carrie is survived by her loving husband, Robert R. Balfour, her children: Robert R. Balfour Jr. and wife Janine of Boise, ID, Rodger Balfour of Sidney, NE, Brian Balfour and wife Susan of Casper, WY, Janelle Balfour in Burns, WY, Martha Gibbs of Sidney, NE, Ross Balfour and wife Sage of San Antonio, TX, and Mary Meyer of Sidney, NE. 23 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Carrie also had 3 foreign exchange students that called her mom as did numerous kids in the neighborhood.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Folds Of Honor and PEO in honor of Carrie. If you are thinking of attending the service, the family is asking that you wear purple. Carrie loved the color purple.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Carrie C. Balfour, age 89, of Sidney, NE went to be with Jesus on the morning of March 8, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Faith Methodist Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Corey Jenkins officiating. The casket will be closed and services will conclude at the church. Inurnment will follow at a later date. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website.Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Event Center, 1212 10th Avenue, Sidney, NE on Thursday from 1-6:00 P.M. to leave condolences for the family.You may view Carrie’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Carrie’s care and funeral arrangements.Carrie was born in Nebraska City, NE on August 1, 1934 to Elmer and Cordelia (Fields) Conkling. She grew up and went to High School in Nebraska City. Carrie was very active in High School. She was the FHA President, Snow Queen Attendant, Homecoming Attendant, played the oboe and glockenspiel in the band and was the 1951 FFA Sweetheart. In 1949, her sophomore year, she met her lifelong love, Robert R. Balfour. She was not allowed to ride on his Harley, so their dates were with the 1931 four door Chevy.After HS, Carrie went to Cottey Women’s College. Then Peru State College. Then finally graduated from University of Nebraska, Lincoln with a BS in Home Economics. With one semester to go, She and Robert (Bob) got married. June 11, 1955. Carrie went back to school, finished her degree, then they headed to Paris Island, SC. Bob was in the Marine Corp, Carrie taught 8th grade science in Beaufort, SC. In 1957, Bob’s Marine service took them to Barstow, CA. They lived in a small house on a farm. In exchange for them “watching the farm” and stacking the hay, they received free rent. In 1957 they had Robert Jr. In 1958 they had Rodger.In 1958, Carrie found herself headed to Omaha with her young family. Carrie stayed busy in Omaha by volunteering as an Assistant Den Mother for Cub Scouts, singing in the church choir, and being active in PEO. She must not have been too busy because she had 4 more children before moving to Sidney in 1968. Carrie drove 400 miles in a station wagon with 6 little kids and her mother.In 1969, Carrie had her 7th and final child, Mary. Carrie spent the rest of her life in Sidney. She was known in Sidney for her involvement as a youth choir director at the Light Memorial Presbyterian Church, room mother at South Ward Elementary, substitute teacher, census worker, polling place volunteer, her musical “Hat Show”, delivering Meals on Wheels, singing with the Fort Sidney Colonels, and singing at various wedding and funerals. Carrie loved to sing. Musicals have always been her favorite movies/shows. Carrie may have been best known as the Matriarch of Balfour Family Fireworks.In 1984, with 7 kids, community activities, and wife responsibilities, Carrie and Bob purchased Sidney Floral. Every arrangement was made with love. Customers were like family to her. Every customer received special service. Many of her customers and employees became lifelong friends.Besides her family and music, Carrie’s love was the mountains. Right after fireworks were finished, she and Bob would go to their small cabin in the mountains. The mountains were her “little slice of heaven". Carrie was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Cordelia Conkling, her beloved Uncle Herbert Fields and her Aunt Carolyn, her only sister Marvel Gillespie and a great grandson.Carrie is survived by her loving husband, Robert R. Balfour, her children: Robert R. Balfour Jr. and wife Janine of Boise, ID, Rodger Balfour of Sidney, NE, Brian Balfour and wife Susan of Casper, WY, Janelle Balfour in Burns, WY, Martha Gibbs of Sidney, NE, Ross Balfour and wife Sage of San Antonio, TX, and Mary Meyer of Sidney, NE. 23 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Carrie also had 3 foreign exchange students that called her mom as did numerous kids in the neighborhood.In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Folds Of Honor and PEO in honor of Carrie. If you are thinking of attending the service, the family is asking that you wear purple. Carrie loved the color purple.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Carrie C. Balfour (1934 - 2024)

&nbsp; Monte “Mouse” Mowry, 76, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at home with his family at his side. A celebration of Monte’s life will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Monte’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.

Monte was born August 4, 1947, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Kenneth and Leona J. (Nation) Mowry. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School and went on to attend Chadron State College where he studied marine biology.

Monte worked in the construction industry specializing in drywall. He also did truck driving over the years.&nbsp;He was married twice and became the proud father of four children: Lisa, Ryan, Tania, and Dillon. He later met his companion and girlfriend of twenty-five years, Marsha Norwood, and welcomed her daughter, Heather, as his own.

Monte was a free spirit and went on many adventures throughout his lifetime. His travels led him to visiting all fifty states, his favorites being Hawaii and the desert in Southern California. He enjoyed collecting rocks from his journeys and listening to music.&nbsp;Monte found great pleasure in making people laugh, regardless of how he felt. He had the biggest heart, like that of a giant teddy bear. However, he was not one to make mad. He also had a tough side when necessary. He wasn’t a person who would take guff from anyone, and he was a straight shooter.

Survivors include his children, Lisa (Stacy) Russel of Scottsbluff, Ryan (Victoria) Stassines of Geneva, NE, Tania Stassines of Scottsbluff, Dillon (Shelby) Heilbrun of Columbus, NE, and Heather Means of Desert Hot Springs, CA; multiple grandchildren; girlfriend, Marsha Norwood of Desert Hot Springs, CA; siblings, Bill Mowry of Scottsbluff and Sheri Keller of Torrington, WY; along with extended family members and numerous friends.

Monte was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Leona; sister, Bonnie Marie; and wife, Karen J. Mowry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Monte “Mouse” Mowry, 76, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at home with his family at his side. A celebration of Monte’s life will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Monte’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.Monte was born August 4, 1947, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Kenneth and Leona J. (Nation) Mowry. He graduated from Scottsbluff High School and went on to attend Chadron State College where he studied marine biology.Monte worked in the construction industry specializing in drywall. He also did truck driving over the years.&nbsp;He was married twice and became the proud father of four children: Lisa, Ryan, Tania, and Dillon. He later met his companion and girlfriend of twenty-five years, Marsha Norwood, and welcomed her daughter, Heather, as his own.Monte was a free spirit and went on many adventures throughout his lifetime. His travels led him to visiting all fifty states, his favorites being Hawaii and the desert in Southern California. He enjoyed collecting rocks from his journeys and listening to music.&nbsp;Monte found great pleasure in making people laugh, regardless of how he felt. He had the biggest heart, like that of a giant teddy bear. However, he was not one to make mad. He also had a tough side when necessary. He wasn’t a person who would take guff from anyone, and he was a straight shooter.Survivors include his children, Lisa (Stacy) Russel of Scottsbluff, Ryan (Victoria) Stassines of Geneva, NE, Tania Stassines of Scottsbluff, Dillon (Shelby) Heilbrun of Columbus, NE, and Heather Means of Desert Hot Springs, CA; multiple grandchildren; girlfriend, Marsha Norwood of Desert Hot Springs, CA; siblings, Bill Mowry of Scottsbluff and Sheri Keller of Torrington, WY; along with extended family members and numerous friends.Monte was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Leona; sister, Bonnie Marie; and wife, Karen J. Mowry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Monte “Mouse” Mowry (1947 - 2024)

Lisa Reyes, age 94, of Gering, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

A rosary for Lisa will be held Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM at Christ the King Catholic Church, Gering, Nebraska. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 10:00 AM, Gering, Nebraska with Father Mike McDonald officiating. An inurnment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery, Gering, Nebraska.

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 </figure>Lisa Reyes, age 94, of Gering, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024.A rosary for Lisa will be held Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM at Christ the King Catholic Church, Gering, Nebraska. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 10:00 AM, Gering, Nebraska with Father Mike McDonald officiating. An inurnment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery, Gering, Nebraska.

Lisa Reyes (1930 - 2024)

&nbsp; James "Jimmy" Eugene Macken, 64, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, was called to his eternal rest on March 8, 2024. A celebration of life will be held in Jimmy's honor, on Monday, March 18, at 9:00am, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. In memory of Jimmy, the family kindly suggests that any donations be made to St. Agnes Catholic School Foundation, and Regional West Foundation.

Born on October 10, 1959, to the late James Lee Macken and Iris Killday Macken. Jimmy was a resident of Scottsbluff and a proud graduate of Scottsbluff High School, Class of 1977.During his high school years, Jimmy was known for his athletic prowess in track and field, displaying both sportsmanship and dedication. Upon graduation, he answered the call of duty and served his country in the United States Air Force, from which he was honorably discharged.

Jimmy is lovingly remembered by his siblings: brother Steve Macken of Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister Julie Marshall and her husband Dan of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; sister Anne Davey and her husband Phil of Hardeeville, South Carolina; and sister Laura West and her husband Jeff of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He was predeceased by his parents.

May James "Jimmy" Eugene Macken rest in peace in the loving embrace of our Lord. The family invites you to leave your condolences and share memories of Jimmy at Bridgman Funeral Home Website.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; James "Jimmy" Eugene Macken, 64, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, was called to his eternal rest on March 8, 2024. A celebration of life will be held in Jimmy's honor, on Monday, March 18, at 9:00am, at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. In memory of Jimmy, the family kindly suggests that any donations be made to St. Agnes Catholic School Foundation, and Regional West Foundation.Born on October 10, 1959, to the late James Lee Macken and Iris Killday Macken. Jimmy was a resident of Scottsbluff and a proud graduate of Scottsbluff High School, Class of 1977.During his high school years, Jimmy was known for his athletic prowess in track and field, displaying both sportsmanship and dedication. Upon graduation, he answered the call of duty and served his country in the United States Air Force, from which he was honorably discharged.Jimmy is lovingly remembered by his siblings: brother Steve Macken of Colorado Springs, Colorado; sister Julie Marshall and her husband Dan of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; sister Anne Davey and her husband Phil of Hardeeville, South Carolina; and sister Laura West and her husband Jeff of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He was predeceased by his parents.May James "Jimmy" Eugene Macken rest in peace in the loving embrace of our Lord. The family invites you to leave your condolences and share memories of Jimmy at Bridgman Funeral Home Website.&nbsp;&nbsp;

  James "Jimmy" Eugene Macken (1959 - 2024)

&nbsp; Lyle Roy Bell, 74, of Bridgeport, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Morrill County Community Hospital. His funeral service will be held at 10am on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Bridgeport Church of Christ with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. Interment will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery in Bridgeport. Viewing will be on Thursday from 3-6pm at Bridgman Funeral Home in Bridgeport. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials may be made in care of Lyle’s family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Lyle’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is entrusted with arrangements.

Lyle Roy Bell was born January 16, 1950 at Scottsbluff, NE., the son of Roy and Nellie (Reid) Bell. He has 3 siblings Leon (Arlene) Bell, Dean (Laura) Bell, and Rena (Mike) Locker and numerous nieces and nephews. He was raised and educated in Minatare, NE., graduating in 1968. He was united in marriage to Lavonna Dunn on October 30, 1971, in Minatare, NE.

Throughout Lyle’s life he grew up farming, worked in the oil field for 20+ years, delivered fuel and propane locally, and then did trucking with his son, he then worked for Darrell Blackstone until he fell ill. Lyle loved model trains and gardening.

Lyle has four children Ann (Matt) Brown, Tracy (Billy) Warner, Tammy (William) Gregory, and Steven (Angie) Bell. Lyle had numerous grandchildren Randy (Melanie) Brown, Angela Brown, Ryan Brown, Travis Warner, Brittany (Nick) Parisi, Tiffany (Garrett) Pedersen, Dakota (Belle) Gregory, Tyler (Sam) Gregory, Joshua Gregory, Justin (Courtney) Gregory, Sean (Kodi) Gregory, Sierra Bell (Blaize Simones), and Austin Bell. Lyle has 15 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Nellie Bell, his brother Leon Bell, his daughter Ann Brown, his niece Shelley Locker, his son-in-law William Gregory, and other nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Lyle Roy Bell, 74, of Bridgeport, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Morrill County Community Hospital. His funeral service will be held at 10am on Friday, March 15, 2024, at the Bridgeport Church of Christ with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. Interment will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery in Bridgeport. Viewing will be on Thursday from 3-6pm at Bridgman Funeral Home in Bridgeport. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials may be made in care of Lyle’s family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Lyle’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is entrusted with arrangements.Lyle Roy Bell was born January 16, 1950 at Scottsbluff, NE., the son of Roy and Nellie (Reid) Bell. He has 3 siblings Leon (Arlene) Bell, Dean (Laura) Bell, and Rena (Mike) Locker and numerous nieces and nephews. He was raised and educated in Minatare, NE., graduating in 1968. He was united in marriage to Lavonna Dunn on October 30, 1971, in Minatare, NE.Throughout Lyle’s life he grew up farming, worked in the oil field for 20+ years, delivered fuel and propane locally, and then did trucking with his son, he then worked for Darrell Blackstone until he fell ill. Lyle loved model trains and gardening.Lyle has four children Ann (Matt) Brown, Tracy (Billy) Warner, Tammy (William) Gregory, and Steven (Angie) Bell. Lyle had numerous grandchildren Randy (Melanie) Brown, Angela Brown, Ryan Brown, Travis Warner, Brittany (Nick) Parisi, Tiffany (Garrett) Pedersen, Dakota (Belle) Gregory, Tyler (Sam) Gregory, Joshua Gregory, Justin (Courtney) Gregory, Sean (Kodi) Gregory, Sierra Bell (Blaize Simones), and Austin Bell. Lyle has 15 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Nellie Bell, his brother Leon Bell, his daughter Ann Brown, his niece Shelley Locker, his son-in-law William Gregory, and other nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Lyle Roy Bell (1950 - 2024)

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Shirley Swick will be held on March 15, 2024, at 11:00 am at the Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home in Gordon, NE with Pastor Terry Pflugrad officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at the Fairview Cemetery in Rushville, NE.

&nbsp;Shirley Swick, 91, of Holdrege formerly of Gordon passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, at Phelps Memorial Health Center in Holdrege. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Shirley was born on May 30, 1932, in Gordon, the youngest of three children to Dale and Emily (Coon) Young. &nbsp; She spent her childhood years growing up on the family ranch, homesteaded by her grandparents, Wilber and Alice Young, not far from Shell Lake, northeast of Gordon. &nbsp;As soon as she was old enough, she assumed responsibilities that go with growing up on a ranch, milking cows, tending chickens, and her favorite job of riding her horse to check fences and stock tanks. &nbsp;She spent many hours with her horse roaming the sandhills near the ranch.

Throughout her school years she and her mother stayed in town during the week, in the home that her Grandpa Wilber built. &nbsp;School girls often boarded with them who were from nearby ranches. &nbsp;Shirley received her education from Gordon Public Schools and graduated with the class of 1950. &nbsp;She enjoyed journalism, public speaking, and loved being involved in high school operettas. &nbsp;During high school Shirley met a handsome young man named Gerald Swick, and they married in June 1950. &nbsp;Gerald worked for his father, Leslie Swick &amp; Sons Well Drilling until he was drafted into the U.S. Army. &nbsp;Shirley and Gerald briefly lived in Kentucky while he was training for a future deployment to Korea.

They returned to Gordon in 1954 where their first daughter, Sherrill Lynn was born. Later that year they moved to California. &nbsp;Their second daughter, Teri Lee was born in 1956. Shirley and Gerald moved to Grants Pass, Oregon and welcomed to the family their third child and first son Kenton Leroy in 1965. &nbsp;Gerald had a passion for landscaping and operated his own nursery business.

The family made their home in Kenwood, CA from 1966 through 1971 at which time they came back to Gordon. Shirley spent her time raising her family and making the adjustment from California to Gordon easier for her children. She was involved with the American Legion. Shirley never missed an opportunity to see her son perform with the Stagecoach Band. &nbsp;She baked pies for the Sale Barn and was active in the Gordon Adventist Church. &nbsp; Shirley was a caregiver for several elderly Gordon women and had a true commitment toward helping others.

She was immensely proud of her family and her independence after Gerald passed away in 1984. Her family includes three children. Sherry Bayliss of Holdrege. Teri Forster and husband Smokey DeWeese of Holyoke, CO. Ken Swick and wife Susan (Luebke) of Laramie, WY. &nbsp;Shirley has six grandchildren: Stephanie (Forster) Chaney and her husband Dale of Haxtun, CO; Melanie (Bayliss) Freeman and her husband Dustin of Loomis, NE; Heather Bayliss of Omaha; Kayla (Forster) Hiatt and husband Johnny of Papillion; Brandon Swick of Laramie; and Hannah (Swick) Curran and husband Ben of Thermopolis, WY.

Shirley leaves behind nine great grandchildren: Emily (Chaney) Martinez and husband Antony of Fort Collins, CO; Anna Chaney of Lincoln, NE, Ryan Chaney of Haxtun, CO. Shawna (Freeman) Downey and husband Ashton of WA, Tyson Freeman of Loomis, Braxton Herrley, and Hayes Hiatt, both of Omaha. &nbsp; Also, Jordyn and Caleb Curran of Thermopolis. &nbsp;Shirley has the distinction of leaving behind two great-great grandchildren. Noah and Luca Martinez of Ft. Collins, CO.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Gerald, her parents, her brothers Vernon and Virgil Young, and numerous other family members.

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 </figure>A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Shirley Swick will be held on March 15, 2024, at 11:00 am at the Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home in Gordon, NE with Pastor Terry Pflugrad officiating. &nbsp;Interment will follow at the Fairview Cemetery in Rushville, NE.&nbsp;Shirley Swick, 91, of Holdrege formerly of Gordon passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, at Phelps Memorial Health Center in Holdrege. &nbsp;&nbsp;Shirley was born on May 30, 1932, in Gordon, the youngest of three children to Dale and Emily (Coon) Young. &nbsp; She spent her childhood years growing up on the family ranch, homesteaded by her grandparents, Wilber and Alice Young, not far from Shell Lake, northeast of Gordon. &nbsp;As soon as she was old enough, she assumed responsibilities that go with growing up on a ranch, milking cows, tending chickens, and her favorite job of riding her horse to check fences and stock tanks. &nbsp;She spent many hours with her horse roaming the sandhills near the ranch.Throughout her school years she and her mother stayed in town during the week, in the home that her Grandpa Wilber built. &nbsp;School girls often boarded with them who were from nearby ranches. &nbsp;Shirley received her education from Gordon Public Schools and graduated with the class of 1950. &nbsp;She enjoyed journalism, public speaking, and loved being involved in high school operettas. &nbsp;During high school Shirley met a handsome young man named Gerald Swick, and they married in June 1950. &nbsp;Gerald worked for his father, Leslie Swick &amp; Sons Well Drilling until he was drafted into the U.S. Army. &nbsp;Shirley and Gerald briefly lived in Kentucky while he was training for a future deployment to Korea.They returned to Gordon in 1954 where their first daughter, Sherrill Lynn was born. Later that year they moved to California. &nbsp;Their second daughter, Teri Lee was born in 1956. Shirley and Gerald moved to Grants Pass, Oregon and welcomed to the family their third child and first son Kenton Leroy in 1965. &nbsp;Gerald had a passion for landscaping and operated his own nursery business.The family made their home in Kenwood, CA from 1966 through 1971 at which time they came back to Gordon. Shirley spent her time raising her family and making the adjustment from California to Gordon easier for her children. She was involved with the American Legion. Shirley never missed an opportunity to see her son perform with the Stagecoach Band. &nbsp;She baked pies for the Sale Barn and was active in the Gordon Adventist Church. &nbsp; Shirley was a caregiver for several elderly Gordon women and had a true commitment toward helping others.She was immensely proud of her family and her independence after Gerald passed away in 1984. Her family includes three children. Sherry Bayliss of Holdrege. Teri Forster and husband Smokey DeWeese of Holyoke, CO. Ken Swick and wife Susan (Luebke) of Laramie, WY. &nbsp;Shirley has six grandchildren: Stephanie (Forster) Chaney and her husband Dale of Haxtun, CO; Melanie (Bayliss) Freeman and her husband Dustin of Loomis, NE; Heather Bayliss of Omaha; Kayla (Forster) Hiatt and husband Johnny of Papillion; Brandon Swick of Laramie; and Hannah (Swick) Curran and husband Ben of Thermopolis, WY.Shirley leaves behind nine great grandchildren: Emily (Chaney) Martinez and husband Antony of Fort Collins, CO; Anna Chaney of Lincoln, NE, Ryan Chaney of Haxtun, CO. Shawna (Freeman) Downey and husband Ashton of WA, Tyson Freeman of Loomis, Braxton Herrley, and Hayes Hiatt, both of Omaha. &nbsp; Also, Jordyn and Caleb Curran of Thermopolis. &nbsp;Shirley has the distinction of leaving behind two great-great grandchildren. Noah and Luca Martinez of Ft. Collins, CO.Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Gerald, her parents, her brothers Vernon and Virgil Young, and numerous other family members.

Shirley Swick (1932 - 2024)

Barbara (Bohner) Seng died March 09, 2024 at Morrill County Community Hospital, Bridgeport, Nebraska at the age of 95. Funeral services will be held Thursday March 14, 2024, 1 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport, Nebraska with Pastor Jonathan Berosek officiating. Visitation will be from 4-6pm at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery.

“Barb” was born on January 10, 1929 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Charles and Iris Bohner, the oldest of three children. She attended rural elementary school north of Scottsbluff, and graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1946. She worked as a stenographer for Ivan Childs. She attended and graduated from West Nebraska Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Scottsbluff in 1950. Barb worked there in Obstetrics until married to John Seng on January 1, 1951 and moved to Bridgeport. She worked in Veterans Memorial Hospital in Bridgeport for thirty years beginning in March of 1951. During that time, three years were spent doing private duty nursing in Alliance, both in homes and the hospital. She earned Red Cross Nurse status by volunteer work on Blood Procurement Cars in the early 1950’s. She had helped deliver nearly 400 babies in her career, and cared for over 10,000 patients.

From her marriage to John Seng, four children were born: Julie in 1951, Steven in 1953, Jonathan in 1955, and Sue in 1956.

The highlights of her nursing career: the recovery of those patients so severely ill or injured that they presented a real challenge in nursing care and in her words, "who obviously lived because of the grace of God, skilled physicians, and attentive nurses". She also said, "she felt that God gave her a talent and it was her duty to use it to the best of her ability". Barb received on March 16, 1971 the American Legion Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award for her service as a nurse.

After retiring from nursing, Barb worked with John in the farming operation, doing various jobs, such as bookkeeper, beet truck driver, checking cattle, running after repairs, etc. Later in life, she worked for Wiggins Feedyard doing office work until the age of 92.

Barb was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport where she served in various capacities: organist, Sunday School teacher, Deacon, Elder, &amp; played piano for Sunday School.

She is survived by her children: Julie (George) Labatto, Steven (Jennifer), Jonathan (Lana), Sue (Steve) Wiggins; 17 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-and brother-in-law: Betty Isbell, Carolyn (John) Brening, and Carol (Roland) Terrell.

Preceding her in death were her parents Charles &amp; Iris Bohner, brother Malcolm Bohner, an infant brother, husband John, and brother-in-law Maurice (Shirley) Seng.

The Nebraska Nurses Honor Guard will conduct their tribute ceremony at the conclusion of the funeral service, honoring Barb’s many years of service.

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 </figure>Barbara (Bohner) Seng died March 09, 2024 at Morrill County Community Hospital, Bridgeport, Nebraska at the age of 95. Funeral services will be held Thursday March 14, 2024, 1 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport, Nebraska with Pastor Jonathan Berosek officiating. Visitation will be from 4-6pm at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery.“Barb” was born on January 10, 1929 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Charles and Iris Bohner, the oldest of three children. She attended rural elementary school north of Scottsbluff, and graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1946. She worked as a stenographer for Ivan Childs. She attended and graduated from West Nebraska Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Scottsbluff in 1950. Barb worked there in Obstetrics until married to John Seng on January 1, 1951 and moved to Bridgeport. She worked in Veterans Memorial Hospital in Bridgeport for thirty years beginning in March of 1951. During that time, three years were spent doing private duty nursing in Alliance, both in homes and the hospital. She earned Red Cross Nurse status by volunteer work on Blood Procurement Cars in the early 1950’s. She had helped deliver nearly 400 babies in her career, and cared for over 10,000 patients.From her marriage to John Seng, four children were born: Julie in 1951, Steven in 1953, Jonathan in 1955, and Sue in 1956.The highlights of her nursing career: the recovery of those patients so severely ill or injured that they presented a real challenge in nursing care and in her words, "who obviously lived because of the grace of God, skilled physicians, and attentive nurses". She also said, "she felt that God gave her a talent and it was her duty to use it to the best of her ability". Barb received on March 16, 1971 the American Legion Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award for her service as a nurse.After retiring from nursing, Barb worked with John in the farming operation, doing various jobs, such as bookkeeper, beet truck driver, checking cattle, running after repairs, etc. Later in life, she worked for Wiggins Feedyard doing office work until the age of 92.Barb was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport where she served in various capacities: organist, Sunday School teacher, Deacon, Elder, &amp; played piano for Sunday School.She is survived by her children: Julie (George) Labatto, Steven (Jennifer), Jonathan (Lana), Sue (Steve) Wiggins; 17 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-and brother-in-law: Betty Isbell, Carolyn (John) Brening, and Carol (Roland) Terrell.Preceding her in death were her parents Charles &amp; Iris Bohner, brother Malcolm Bohner, an infant brother, husband John, and brother-in-law Maurice (Shirley) Seng.The Nebraska Nurses Honor Guard will conduct their tribute ceremony at the conclusion of the funeral service, honoring Barb’s many years of service.

Barbara (Bohner) Seng (1929 - 2024)

Melvin Eugene Laeger, 96, of Bayard, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Skyview Care and Rehabilitation Center in Bridgeport. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, at Cornerstone Fellowship in Bayard with Pastor Larry Russel officiating. Burial follow at the Bayard Cemetery with the rendering of Military Funeral Honors. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Cornerstone Fellowship. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designations. Fond memories and condolences may be shared online at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Melvin was born March 1, 1928, in Berea, NE, to Alva and Leona Laeger. While in high school, he registered for the draft as all bodied men did to ready for service to their country during WWII. He however was too young and the war ended with the defeat of Germany and the capitulation of Japan in Sept. of 1945. Unfortunately many of his senior classmates never returned. After graduation, he worked at MooMaw’s Corner from 1945-1950 cutting potato seeds and sewed bags. The following summer he took college classes at Scottsbluff College. He had only been teaching one semester when the US Army drafted him for eventual service in the Korean conflict. He proudly served from Jan. 11, 1951 through Oct. 10, 1952 with extensive time spent as a forward observer with a motor platoon in Korea. His military experience was a topic he didn’t talk much about until later in life. However; it was later discovered while serving in Korea, Sergeant Melvin Laeger, was awarded two Bronze service stars for heroism and various other service metals and accommodations. Melvin’s service to his country was completed at Fort Carson in Colorado.

Upon his discharge from the Army and return to civilian life he came home to the Bayard area where he completed his education taking summer classes at Chadron State College for many years to become a certified school teacher. He had taught at Hope School, Fairview 50, and Highland School in Scottsbluff County and District 73 and Angora School in Morrill County. After 40 years he retired in 1990.

He was married, May of 1956, to his wife Janice for 65 years. In 1962, Melvin purchased the property he called home for 62 years north of Bayard. He made many improvements to the property and raised five daughters all while teaching elementary school, coaching sports, raising registered Black Angus cattle, and putting up hay and alfalfa to make a good life and living. He was involved with the VFW, antiquing, playing cards, traveling and loved HIS Cornhusker sports.

Melvin is survived by his five daughters and spouses: Kimberly &amp; Mitchell Humphrey, Kathy Laeger, Karen &amp; Ty King, Kristi &amp; Ralph Lawler, Kande &amp; Jeff Hack; grandchildren: Korey McMurtry, Tyler &amp; Brittany Humphrey, Robert King, Amber &amp; Mike Timme, Brandt &amp; Jessica Humphrey, Darren Lawler, Morgan and Lane Turner, &amp; Jeremy Lawler; great-grandsons: Kaliber King &amp; Axel Humphrey; sibling Alvera Brening, brothers-in-law Harry Brown, George Kaufman, &amp; Don Roth; sisters-in-law Loretta Roth, Joyce Brown, Eldrie Frank, Colleen Laeger, &amp; Sandra Howard and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice, parents Alva and Leona Laeger, siblings Paul, Agnes Buskirk, Ruth and Duane Laeger, and grandson Keith McMurtry.

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 </figure>Melvin Eugene Laeger, 96, of Bayard, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Skyview Care and Rehabilitation Center in Bridgeport. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, at Cornerstone Fellowship in Bayard with Pastor Larry Russel officiating. Burial follow at the Bayard Cemetery with the rendering of Military Funeral Honors. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Cornerstone Fellowship. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designations. Fond memories and condolences may be shared online at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.Melvin was born March 1, 1928, in Berea, NE, to Alva and Leona Laeger. While in high school, he registered for the draft as all bodied men did to ready for service to their country during WWII. He however was too young and the war ended with the defeat of Germany and the capitulation of Japan in Sept. of 1945. Unfortunately many of his senior classmates never returned. After graduation, he worked at MooMaw’s Corner from 1945-1950 cutting potato seeds and sewed bags. The following summer he took college classes at Scottsbluff College. He had only been teaching one semester when the US Army drafted him for eventual service in the Korean conflict. He proudly served from Jan. 11, 1951 through Oct. 10, 1952 with extensive time spent as a forward observer with a motor platoon in Korea. His military experience was a topic he didn’t talk much about until later in life. However; it was later discovered while serving in Korea, Sergeant Melvin Laeger, was awarded two Bronze service stars for heroism and various other service metals and accommodations. Melvin’s service to his country was completed at Fort Carson in Colorado.Upon his discharge from the Army and return to civilian life he came home to the Bayard area where he completed his education taking summer classes at Chadron State College for many years to become a certified school teacher. He had taught at Hope School, Fairview 50, and Highland School in Scottsbluff County and District 73 and Angora School in Morrill County. After 40 years he retired in 1990.He was married, May of 1956, to his wife Janice for 65 years. In 1962, Melvin purchased the property he called home for 62 years north of Bayard. He made many improvements to the property and raised five daughters all while teaching elementary school, coaching sports, raising registered Black Angus cattle, and putting up hay and alfalfa to make a good life and living. He was involved with the VFW, antiquing, playing cards, traveling and loved HIS Cornhusker sports.Melvin is survived by his five daughters and spouses: Kimberly &amp; Mitchell Humphrey, Kathy Laeger, Karen &amp; Ty King, Kristi &amp; Ralph Lawler, Kande &amp; Jeff Hack; grandchildren: Korey McMurtry, Tyler &amp; Brittany Humphrey, Robert King, Amber &amp; Mike Timme, Brandt &amp; Jessica Humphrey, Darren Lawler, Morgan and Lane Turner, &amp; Jeremy Lawler; great-grandsons: Kaliber King &amp; Axel Humphrey; sibling Alvera Brening, brothers-in-law Harry Brown, George Kaufman, &amp; Don Roth; sisters-in-law Loretta Roth, Joyce Brown, Eldrie Frank, Colleen Laeger, &amp; Sandra Howard and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice, parents Alva and Leona Laeger, siblings Paul, Agnes Buskirk, Ruth and Duane Laeger, and grandson Keith McMurtry.

Melvin Eugene Laeger (1928 - 2024)

&nbsp; Mary Kay (Marilyn Woolsey) Cantrell, age 78, passed away on, March 05, 2024 at Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center, Scottsbluff, NE&nbsp;

She was born in Alliance, Nebraska on March 16, 1945 to Woodrow "Bus" and Helen Woolsey, the third of four children. It was in Bridgeport, NE where Mary Kay was raised and attended school. She married John Cantrell in September 1982 and from that union they had a son John "Johnny" Cantrell. Throughout her life she lived and worked in numerous places across Nebraska, Kansas and Colorado. She settled in Chappell, NE and had a home there until 2018 when she moved to assisted living at Sidney, NE. In 2019 Mary Kay moved into Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center at Scottsbluff, NE.

Mary Kay was a member of the Catholic church. Her hobbies included knitting, and digital coloring. She also enjoyed animals and had various cats for pets.

&nbsp;Mary Kay loved to laugh and have fun. She was a friend. She was family. She was loved.

Mary Kay was preceded in death by her parents Bus and Helen Woolsey, son Johnny Cantrell, brother Gerald "Jerry" Woolsey, sister Shirley Klatt and brother-in-law John Klatt.&nbsp;

Mary Kay is survived by her brother Robert "Bob" Woolsey and his wife Terri, Oberlin, KS. Her sister-in-law Alice Woolsey, Sidney, NE. Three nieces: Susan (Greg) Allmaras, Jeri Kay Shilling, Denise (Gary) Troester. Six nephews: Mike (Becky) Klatt, Greg (Ashley) Klatt, Brian (Mindy) Klatt, Tanner (Kaori) Woolsey, Tucker (Tonya) Woolsey, Tyler (Rebecca) Woolsey. Along with many cousins, great and great-great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A family graveside service with interment will be held Monday, March 11, 2024&nbsp;at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery, Bridgeport, NE.

Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell assisted the family with cremation services.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Mary Kay (Marilyn Woolsey) Cantrell, age 78, passed away on, March 05, 2024 at Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center, Scottsbluff, NE&nbsp;She was born in Alliance, Nebraska on March 16, 1945 to Woodrow "Bus" and Helen Woolsey, the third of four children. It was in Bridgeport, NE where Mary Kay was raised and attended school. She married John Cantrell in September 1982 and from that union they had a son John "Johnny" Cantrell. Throughout her life she lived and worked in numerous places across Nebraska, Kansas and Colorado. She settled in Chappell, NE and had a home there until 2018 when she moved to assisted living at Sidney, NE. In 2019 Mary Kay moved into Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center at Scottsbluff, NE.Mary Kay was a member of the Catholic church. Her hobbies included knitting, and digital coloring. She also enjoyed animals and had various cats for pets.&nbsp;Mary Kay loved to laugh and have fun. She was a friend. She was family. She was loved.Mary Kay was preceded in death by her parents Bus and Helen Woolsey, son Johnny Cantrell, brother Gerald "Jerry" Woolsey, sister Shirley Klatt and brother-in-law John Klatt.&nbsp;Mary Kay is survived by her brother Robert "Bob" Woolsey and his wife Terri, Oberlin, KS. Her sister-in-law Alice Woolsey, Sidney, NE. Three nieces: Susan (Greg) Allmaras, Jeri Kay Shilling, Denise (Gary) Troester. Six nephews: Mike (Becky) Klatt, Greg (Ashley) Klatt, Brian (Mindy) Klatt, Tanner (Kaori) Woolsey, Tucker (Tonya) Woolsey, Tyler (Rebecca) Woolsey. Along with many cousins, great and great-great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A family graveside service with interment will be held Monday, March 11, 2024&nbsp;at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery, Bridgeport, NE.Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Chappell assisted the family with cremation services.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary Cantrell (1945-2024)

David L Wilson, 87 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Regional West Medical Center.

A private family graveside service will be held at West Lawn Cemetery. At his request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Festival of Hope. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com./" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>&nbsp;Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

David was born on January 30, 1937 in Norfolk, Nebraska to Earl and Vera (Miller) Wilson. He was an accomplished track athlete in high school. He graduated from Norfolk High School in 1955. In 1960, David graduated from South Dakota State.

He was employed with Hormel Packing Company of Austin, MN as a cattle buyer, also spending time in Fremont, NE and in Scottsbluff, NE. In 1974, he started his own business Wilson Order Buyers, later Wilson King Commodities in 1981 to 2002.

He married Mary Ann Fisher in 1958. Later he married Darlene (Sishc) Huckfeldt in 1970.

David loved spending time fishing and hunting. He loved telling stories to his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his children Steve (Lori) Wilson of Cheyenne, WY, Shari (Jay) Huber of Eaton, CO, Cindy (Tim) Stirrett of Casper, WY, Pam Behnke of Clearwater, FL, John (Kammie) Wilson of Scottsbluff and Joe (Jami) Wilson of Scottsbluff; grandchildren: Michael Stirrett, Nicole Curran, Nick Curran, Eric Wilson, Blake Wilson and Addison Wilson; 5 great grandchildren; sisters Joy Osterberg of Lincoln, NE and Pat Nelson of Surprise, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews.

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 </figure>David L Wilson, 87 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Regional West Medical Center.A private family graveside service will be held at West Lawn Cemetery. At his request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Festival of Hope. Fond memories and condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com./" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>&nbsp;Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.David was born on January 30, 1937 in Norfolk, Nebraska to Earl and Vera (Miller) Wilson. He was an accomplished track athlete in high school. He graduated from Norfolk High School in 1955. In 1960, David graduated from South Dakota State.He was employed with Hormel Packing Company of Austin, MN as a cattle buyer, also spending time in Fremont, NE and in Scottsbluff, NE. In 1974, he started his own business Wilson Order Buyers, later Wilson King Commodities in 1981 to 2002.He married Mary Ann Fisher in 1958. Later he married Darlene (Sishc) Huckfeldt in 1970.David loved spending time fishing and hunting. He loved telling stories to his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.Survivors include his children Steve (Lori) Wilson of Cheyenne, WY, Shari (Jay) Huber of Eaton, CO, Cindy (Tim) Stirrett of Casper, WY, Pam Behnke of Clearwater, FL, John (Kammie) Wilson of Scottsbluff and Joe (Jami) Wilson of Scottsbluff; grandchildren: Michael Stirrett, Nicole Curran, Nick Curran, Eric Wilson, Blake Wilson and Addison Wilson; 5 great grandchildren; sisters Joy Osterberg of Lincoln, NE and Pat Nelson of Surprise, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews.

David L Wilson (1937 - 2024)

&nbsp; Pamela “Pam” J. Kepler, age 76, of Dalton, NE passed away in Bridgeport, NE on Sunday, March 3, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Messiah Lutheran Church in Broadwater, NE with PMA Bev Adam officiating. Burial will follow at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Broadwater, NE. Services will be recorded and available for later viewing on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel website. Memorials will be for Messiah Lutheran Church. 

Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Friday from 1-6:00 P.M. to leave condolences for the family.

You may view Pam’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Pam’s care and funeral arrangements.

Pam was born on March 8th, 1947 in Alliance, NE to Milo Woods and N. Darlyne (Marsh) Woods. She was the 2nd kid of 5. Siblings: David Woods, Charles Koozer, Deborah D. Koozer, Lucinda (Koozer) Gerhold, Janet (Koozer) Grimes. Pam attended Alliance High School. She met the love of her life, Gerald Kepler. They were joined in marriage on November 24th, 1965 where they have been married for over 58 years. Pam is a prestigious member of her communities and faithfully served them over the years. Between Broadwater and Dalton, Pam worked for the US Postal Service for over 20 years. She loved her job very much. She loved talking with members of the community each and every day. She was also a part of the Broadwater Fire Department for over 30 years. As well as serving as a volunteer EMT for over 20 years. She ran Kep’s general store and Kep’s Cafe for 6 years where the family worked together. She worked for Phillips Feed yard in Lisco for almost 10 years as a bookkeeper. She was extremely hard working, working for the majority of her life. 

She was also very involved in community events such as Broadwater days. She loved to help organize the event as well as many other events where the community would gather. Her loyalty and dedication will be missed in her community.

Pam enjoyed playing cards, specifically pitch and 31, against her family. Her love for cards turned into love for gambling on the slot machines where she loved to show how “lucky” she was. She enjoyed shopping. You would rarely see Pam walking out of a store empty handed. More importantly, Pam loved to support her kids and grandkids in their activities. Her pride beamed for her family. Her family was her life. She always made sure there was an abundance of food prepared for them whether it was a holiday or a random occasion. She was servant-hearted and wanted the people she loved to be loved and provided for.

She was a faithful Christian and member of The Messiah Lutheran Church in Broadwater. She was a faithful servant to the Lord throughout her life. 

Pam is survived by her husband, Gerald Kepler, son and daughter in law Shawn and Kelly Kepler, of Fairgrove, MO, son and daughter in law Shane and Melissa Kepler of Denton, NE, daughter and son in law Shellee and Rick Maginness of Manhattan, KS. Grandchildren Kayla (Kepler) and Derek Daniels and Danielle Kepler, Chance Maginness, Tony Maginness, Jacquelyn (Kepler) and Martin Schildt, Cole and Lauren Kepler, Hannah Kepler, and Bo Kepler, great-grandson Kepler Daniels, and she was looking forward to two additional great-grandchildren this Spring. She is also survived by many additional extended family members.

Pam is proceeded in death by her parents Milo Woods, mother and step-father N. Darlyne and George Koozer, sister Deborah D. Koozer, grandparents, and grandson Jacob Kepler.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Pamela “Pam” J. Kepler, age 76, of Dalton, NE passed away in Bridgeport, NE on Sunday, March 3, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Messiah Lutheran Church in Broadwater, NE with PMA Bev Adam officiating. Burial will follow at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Broadwater, NE. Services will be recorded and available for later viewing on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel website. Memorials will be for Messiah Lutheran Church. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Friday from 1-6:00 P.M. to leave condolences for the family.You may view Pam’s Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel &amp; Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Pam’s care and funeral arrangements.Pam was born on March 8th, 1947 in Alliance, NE to Milo Woods and N. Darlyne (Marsh) Woods. She was the 2nd kid of 5. Siblings: David Woods, Charles Koozer, Deborah D. Koozer, Lucinda (Koozer) Gerhold, Janet (Koozer) Grimes. Pam attended Alliance High School. She met the love of her life, Gerald Kepler. They were joined in marriage on November 24th, 1965 where they have been married for over 58 years. Pam is a prestigious member of her communities and faithfully served them over the years. Between Broadwater and Dalton, Pam worked for the US Postal Service for over 20 years. She loved her job very much. She loved talking with members of the community each and every day. She was also a part of the Broadwater Fire Department for over 30 years. As well as serving as a volunteer EMT for over 20 years. She ran Kep’s general store and Kep’s Cafe for 6 years where the family worked together. She worked for Phillips Feed yard in Lisco for almost 10 years as a bookkeeper. She was extremely hard working, working for the majority of her life. She was also very involved in community events such as Broadwater days. She loved to help organize the event as well as many other events where the community would gather. Her loyalty and dedication will be missed in her community.Pam enjoyed playing cards, specifically pitch and 31, against her family. Her love for cards turned into love for gambling on the slot machines where she loved to show how “lucky” she was. She enjoyed shopping. You would rarely see Pam walking out of a store empty handed. More importantly, Pam loved to support her kids and grandkids in their activities. Her pride beamed for her family. Her family was her life. She always made sure there was an abundance of food prepared for them whether it was a holiday or a random occasion. She was servant-hearted and wanted the people she loved to be loved and provided for.She was a faithful Christian and member of The Messiah Lutheran Church in Broadwater. She was a faithful servant to the Lord throughout her life. Pam is survived by her husband, Gerald Kepler, son and daughter in law Shawn and Kelly Kepler, of Fairgrove, MO, son and daughter in law Shane and Melissa Kepler of Denton, NE, daughter and son in law Shellee and Rick Maginness of Manhattan, KS. Grandchildren Kayla (Kepler) and Derek Daniels and Danielle Kepler, Chance Maginness, Tony Maginness, Jacquelyn (Kepler) and Martin Schildt, Cole and Lauren Kepler, Hannah Kepler, and Bo Kepler, great-grandson Kepler Daniels, and she was looking forward to two additional great-grandchildren this Spring. She is also survived by many additional extended family members.Pam is proceeded in death by her parents Milo Woods, mother and step-father N. Darlyne and George Koozer, sister Deborah D. Koozer, grandparents, and grandson Jacob Kepler.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pamela “Pam” J. Kepler (1947 - 2024)

George Patrick McDonald passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.&nbsp; He was 93.

He was born in Alliance on February 11, 1931 to Timothy and Esther (Nation) McDonald.

He served in the U.S. Army from December 1, 1948 until he was honorably discharged on August 19, 1952.

On July 27, 1953 he was united in marriage to Dorothy M. Tschacher in Hot Springs, SD.

He hired on the C.B. &amp; Q. Railroad in 1953.&nbsp; Following 40 years of service he retired as an electrician from BNSF in 1993.&nbsp; He also was engaged in numerous farming operation in the area his entire life.&nbsp; George was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Eagles Club, American Legion and I.B.E.W.

He is survived by his sons, Father Mike McDonald of Gering, Pat (Margaret) McDonald of McKinney, TX, Dave (Sandy) McDonald of Strasburg, CO and Tim (Brenda) McDonald of Alliance, his grandchildren, Sarah McDonald and fiancé’ Shaun Sayres, Matthew McDonald, Nathan (Jessica) McDonald, Shawn (Danielle) McDonald, Jordan (Kyle) Cisneros, Krista (Riley) Nemeth, Chelsea McDonald and Kay Lee McDonald and 7 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Tom McDonald of Hemingford, Esther (Arnold) Rogers of Kansas City, MO, Jerry McDonald of Denver, Elaine Heisey of AZ, Helen White of Thedford and Kathleen Keaton of The Colony, TX&nbsp; and his brother-in-law, George (Devona) Tschacher of Cheyenne, WY and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, his brother, Francis McDonald and his sister, Sharon Stark.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Alliance. Father Michael McDonald and Father Matt Koperski and other Priests of the Diocese of Grand Island officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; A wake service will be Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and continue at the wake service.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

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 </figure>George Patrick McDonald passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.&nbsp; He was 93.He was born in Alliance on February 11, 1931 to Timothy and Esther (Nation) McDonald.He served in the U.S. Army from December 1, 1948 until he was honorably discharged on August 19, 1952.On July 27, 1953 he was united in marriage to Dorothy M. Tschacher in Hot Springs, SD.He hired on the C.B. &amp; Q. Railroad in 1953.&nbsp; Following 40 years of service he retired as an electrician from BNSF in 1993.&nbsp; He also was engaged in numerous farming operation in the area his entire life.&nbsp; George was a member of Holy Rosary Church, Eagles Club, American Legion and I.B.E.W.He is survived by his sons, Father Mike McDonald of Gering, Pat (Margaret) McDonald of McKinney, TX, Dave (Sandy) McDonald of Strasburg, CO and Tim (Brenda) McDonald of Alliance, his grandchildren, Sarah McDonald and fiancé’ Shaun Sayres, Matthew McDonald, Nathan (Jessica) McDonald, Shawn (Danielle) McDonald, Jordan (Kyle) Cisneros, Krista (Riley) Nemeth, Chelsea McDonald and Kay Lee McDonald and 7 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Tom McDonald of Hemingford, Esther (Arnold) Rogers of Kansas City, MO, Jerry McDonald of Denver, Elaine Heisey of AZ, Helen White of Thedford and Kathleen Keaton of The Colony, TX&nbsp; and his brother-in-law, George (Devona) Tschacher of Cheyenne, WY and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, his brother, Francis McDonald and his sister, Sharon Stark.Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Alliance. Father Michael McDonald and Father Matt Koperski and other Priests of the Diocese of Grand Island officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery with military honors.&nbsp; A wake service will be Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday from 1-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and continue at the wake service.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

George Patrick McDonald (1931 - 2024)

Judith "Jo" Joan (Ward) Garner, 82, passed away on March 1, 2024, in her home with family by her side.

Jo was born Jan. 30, 1942, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Martha and Roland Ward. She was raised in Hemingford, graduating with the class of 1959. On March 3, 1960, she married Jesse William Garner during a blizzard in Scottsbluff. They lived a ranching life in Lakeside before moving to Alliance to farm and ranch.

Jo worked outside the home at Parker Hannifin, later joining the BNSF Railroad and working for 30 years as a carman before retiring. She was known as "Jo Momma" to her fellow crew.

She moved to Oshkosh in 2022 after a health crisis and lived with her daughter, Laurie, for the remainder of her life.

Jo was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary in Alliance and the James Barry American Legion Post No. 9 Auxiliary in Hemingford. She was adored by many in both organizations and was known for being an excellent storyteller and conversationalist. She was known to strike up conversations with complete strangers and would have their whole life stories and friendship before they knew what had happened.

Jo's greatest loves were her family and making memories with them, traveling and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She visited Australia, Hawaii and several other states with her family. She loved attending the extracurricular activities of her grandchildren, and was always their loudest cheerleader. She enjoyed collecting antiques and reading the local newspaper from front to back.

She was preceded in death by her parents Roland Ward and Martha Delhotal, her brothers Gene Ward and John Ward and sister Shirley Daugherty.

She is survived by her children, Leisa Zapata, Laurie (Mark) Soper, Jesse "Brady" Garner (Holly Wade) and Bruce (Trish) Garner; and her grandchildren, Mylena, Elisha and Ariana Aranda and Amiel Zapata, Tyler, Zachary and Cali Soper, Mitchell (Harlee), Zane and Mason Garner, and Lauren and Jake Garner.

A celebration of life will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, with a reception to follow at noon at the Alliance Eagles.

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 </figure>Judith "Jo" Joan (Ward) Garner, 82, passed away on March 1, 2024, in her home with family by her side.Jo was born Jan. 30, 1942, in Alliance, Nebraska, to Martha and Roland Ward. She was raised in Hemingford, graduating with the class of 1959. On March 3, 1960, she married Jesse William Garner during a blizzard in Scottsbluff. They lived a ranching life in Lakeside before moving to Alliance to farm and ranch.Jo worked outside the home at Parker Hannifin, later joining the BNSF Railroad and working for 30 years as a carman before retiring. She was known as "Jo Momma" to her fellow crew.She moved to Oshkosh in 2022 after a health crisis and lived with her daughter, Laurie, for the remainder of her life.Jo was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary in Alliance and the James Barry American Legion Post No. 9 Auxiliary in Hemingford. She was adored by many in both organizations and was known for being an excellent storyteller and conversationalist. She was known to strike up conversations with complete strangers and would have their whole life stories and friendship before they knew what had happened.Jo's greatest loves were her family and making memories with them, traveling and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She visited Australia, Hawaii and several other states with her family. She loved attending the extracurricular activities of her grandchildren, and was always their loudest cheerleader. She enjoyed collecting antiques and reading the local newspaper from front to back.She was preceded in death by her parents Roland Ward and Martha Delhotal, her brothers Gene Ward and John Ward and sister Shirley Daugherty.She is survived by her children, Leisa Zapata, Laurie (Mark) Soper, Jesse "Brady" Garner (Holly Wade) and Bruce (Trish) Garner; and her grandchildren, Mylena, Elisha and Ariana Aranda and Amiel Zapata, Tyler, Zachary and Cali Soper, Mitchell (Harlee), Zane and Mason Garner, and Lauren and Jake Garner.A celebration of life will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, at Bates-Gould Chapel in Alliance, with a reception to follow at noon at the Alliance Eagles.

Judith "Jo" Joan (Ward) Garner (1942 - 2024)

Carlos Gonzalez passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at his home in Alliance at the age of 44.

Juan Carlos Gonzalez was born on March 30, 1979 in Monterrey, N.L., Mexico to Antonio and Maria T. (Garza) Gonzalez, Jr. &nbsp;His family moved to Alliance in 1986. &nbsp;

Carlos started trucking in 2004 and continued working until his passing. &nbsp;Prior to trucking he had been employed as a mechanic for Murphy Tractor and Equipment in Omaha. &nbsp;

In June of 2006 he was united in marriage to Angela Delacruz in Alliance. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Angela, the children he gained when he married Angela that are Oscar Herrera of Omaha, Juanita Herrera of Alliance and Isaac Herrera of Lincoln and 3 grandchildren, Jaylen and A.J. Garcia and Leo Herrera. &nbsp;He is also survived by his father, Antonio Gonzalez, Jr. of Alliance, his brothers, Antonio (Leta) Gonzalez of Alliance, Alejandro (Melissa) Gonzalez of North Platte, Emmanuel Gonzalez and Jose Jesus “Joey” Gonzalez of Alliance. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria and his grandparents.

Funeral services will be Thursday, March 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski officiating.  Cremation will follow the service and burial will be in San Benito, N.L., Mexico.  A wake service will be Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.  Memorials may be given in care of the family.

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 </figure>Carlos Gonzalez passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at his home in Alliance at the age of 44.Juan Carlos Gonzalez was born on March 30, 1979 in Monterrey, N.L., Mexico to Antonio and Maria T. (Garza) Gonzalez, Jr. &nbsp;His family moved to Alliance in 1986. &nbsp;Carlos started trucking in 2004 and continued working until his passing. &nbsp;Prior to trucking he had been employed as a mechanic for Murphy Tractor and Equipment in Omaha. &nbsp;In June of 2006 he was united in marriage to Angela Delacruz in Alliance. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Angela, the children he gained when he married Angela that are Oscar Herrera of Omaha, Juanita Herrera of Alliance and Isaac Herrera of Lincoln and 3 grandchildren, Jaylen and A.J. Garcia and Leo Herrera. &nbsp;He is also survived by his father, Antonio Gonzalez, Jr. of Alliance, his brothers, Antonio (Leta) Gonzalez of Alliance, Alejandro (Melissa) Gonzalez of North Platte, Emmanuel Gonzalez and Jose Jesus “Joey” Gonzalez of Alliance. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his mother, Maria and his grandparents.Funeral services will be Thursday, March 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Matt Koperski officiating. Cremation will follow the service and burial will be in San Benito, N.L., Mexico. A wake service will be Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church. Memorials may be given in care of the family.

Carlos Gonzalez (1979 - 2024)

Geraldine Mae Bruns, 93, of Rushville, NE passed into eternal rest peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Gordon Countryside Care in Gordon NE.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024,10:00 am, at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rushville with Reverend Allan Wierschke officiating. Burial is at Fairview Cemetery in Rushville, NE.

A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 6 PM, at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home of Gordon NE.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Pallbearers are Derek Bruns, Jason Jacobson, Mickey Retzlaff, Jared Janssen, Ryan May, Nik Young, Cody Hooper, Mike Starke. &nbsp;Honorary pallbearers are Bill Abbott, Lee Sterkel, Bill Sterkel and Kacee Janssen.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine was born in Howells, NE on April 6, 1930, to Blix and Pearl (Moore) Cech. &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine attended country school in South Dakota and moved to Nebraska as a young girl. She attended Rushville High School also.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Geraldine entered into Holy Matrimony with Lester Bruns of Rushville on April 8, 1948, at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Rushville. To this union four children were born: &nbsp;Sharon, Gerald, Vickie, and Judy. &nbsp;They farmed and ranched east of Rushville until retirement in 1994. &nbsp;Lester and Gerry traveled many miles and wintered in Texas and Arizona from 1988 to 2004. &nbsp;They really enjoyed their square dancing and lifelong friends from the RV camps.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine enjoyed travel, crafts, gardening and family, especially all of her grandchildren. She enjoyed making crayon color boxes and scrubbies to share with everyone. Geraldine was a member of St Paul’s Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aide, American Legion Auxiliary, and Tops Club.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her children Sharon (Lloyd) Kearns, Gerald (Sandy Schwarting) Bruns, Vickie (Keith) Retzlaff, and Judy (Benny) Janssen; grandchild Lorie Greenman. Amber (Bill) Sterkel, Carie (Lee) Sterkel, Tonie (Cody) Hooper, Angel (Bill) Abbott, Mindie (Mike) Starke, Derek (Melissa) Bruns, Tana (Jason) Jacobson, Mickey (Kourtney) Retzlaff, Jessica (Ryan) May, Jodie Janssen (Nik Young), Jamie (Kacee) Janssen, Jared and (Leah) Janssen; 27 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren; her sister Maryellen Bruns and sister-in-law Jerene Heesacker

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and grandson Corri Bruns.

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 </figure>Geraldine Mae Bruns, 93, of Rushville, NE passed into eternal rest peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Gordon Countryside Care in Gordon NE.The funeral will be held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024,10:00 am, at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rushville with Reverend Allan Wierschke officiating. Burial is at Fairview Cemetery in Rushville, NE.A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 6 PM, at Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home of Gordon NE.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Pallbearers are Derek Bruns, Jason Jacobson, Mickey Retzlaff, Jared Janssen, Ryan May, Nik Young, Cody Hooper, Mike Starke. &nbsp;Honorary pallbearers are Bill Abbott, Lee Sterkel, Bill Sterkel and Kacee Janssen.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine was born in Howells, NE on April 6, 1930, to Blix and Pearl (Moore) Cech. &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine attended country school in South Dakota and moved to Nebraska as a young girl. She attended Rushville High School also.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Geraldine entered into Holy Matrimony with Lester Bruns of Rushville on April 8, 1948, at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Rushville. To this union four children were born: &nbsp;Sharon, Gerald, Vickie, and Judy. &nbsp;They farmed and ranched east of Rushville until retirement in 1994. &nbsp;Lester and Gerry traveled many miles and wintered in Texas and Arizona from 1988 to 2004. &nbsp;They really enjoyed their square dancing and lifelong friends from the RV camps.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine enjoyed travel, crafts, gardening and family, especially all of her grandchildren. She enjoyed making crayon color boxes and scrubbies to share with everyone. Geraldine was a member of St Paul’s Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aide, American Legion Auxiliary, and Tops Club.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her children Sharon (Lloyd) Kearns, Gerald (Sandy Schwarting) Bruns, Vickie (Keith) Retzlaff, and Judy (Benny) Janssen; grandchild Lorie Greenman. Amber (Bill) Sterkel, Carie (Lee) Sterkel, Tonie (Cody) Hooper, Angel (Bill) Abbott, Mindie (Mike) Starke, Derek (Melissa) Bruns, Tana (Jason) Jacobson, Mickey (Kourtney) Retzlaff, Jessica (Ryan) May, Jodie Janssen (Nik Young), Jamie (Kacee) Janssen, Jared and (Leah) Janssen; 27 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren; her sister Maryellen Bruns and sister-in-law Jerene Heesacker&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and grandson Corri Bruns.

Geraldine Mae Bruns (1930 - 2024)

Merle L. Smith passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Box Butte General Hospital in Alliance.&nbsp; He was 83 years of age.

He was born in Broken Bow, Nebraska on September 18, 1940 to Robert and Maxine (Baker) Smith.&nbsp; His family moved to Alliance in the 1950’s.

In May of 1960 he was united in marriage to Kathryn (Kay) L. DeBruler.&nbsp; To this union their daughter, Kim was born.

He served in the U.S. Army from February 20, 1962 to February 19, 1964.&nbsp; For many years he was a custodian at the Alliance High School.&nbsp; He then hired on to the Burlington Northern Railroad as a pipefitter.&nbsp; Following 30 years of service he retired from BNSF.

Merle was a lifetime member of the Alliance Eagles Club and V.F.W.

He is survived by his wife, Kay, his daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Bob Stegemann of Alliance, his grandson, J.J. (Chelsea) Simmons, his great grandchildren, Zachary Simmons, Christopher Wilson, Macey Simmons and Myleigh Simmons, and great-great grandchildren, Greyson and Bennett Simmons.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers and sister, Larry (Jean) Smith of Alliance, Dale Smith of Florida and Peggy Moulder of Arizona and numerous nieces and nephews including, Troy and Crystal Smith and Tonya Perrienk as well as extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his sister-in-law Leanne Smith, and Nephew Tom DeBruler.

A visitation will be Monday, March 4 from 1-7 p.m., with family being present from 4-6, at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp; Cremation will follow and a memorial service will be Wednesday, March 6 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.

A luncheon will be served following the ceremonies at the Alliance Eagles Club.

Memorials may be given to the Disabled American Veterans.

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 </figure>Merle L. Smith passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Box Butte General Hospital in Alliance.&nbsp; He was 83 years of age.He was born in Broken Bow, Nebraska on September 18, 1940 to Robert and Maxine (Baker) Smith.&nbsp; His family moved to Alliance in the 1950’s.In May of 1960 he was united in marriage to Kathryn (Kay) L. DeBruler.&nbsp; To this union their daughter, Kim was born.He served in the U.S. Army from February 20, 1962 to February 19, 1964.&nbsp; For many years he was a custodian at the Alliance High School.&nbsp; He then hired on to the Burlington Northern Railroad as a pipefitter.&nbsp; Following 30 years of service he retired from BNSF.Merle was a lifetime member of the Alliance Eagles Club and V.F.W.He is survived by his wife, Kay, his daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Bob Stegemann of Alliance, his grandson, J.J. (Chelsea) Simmons, his great grandchildren, Zachary Simmons, Christopher Wilson, Macey Simmons and Myleigh Simmons, and great-great grandchildren, Greyson and Bennett Simmons.&nbsp; He is also survived by his brothers and sister, Larry (Jean) Smith of Alliance, Dale Smith of Florida and Peggy Moulder of Arizona and numerous nieces and nephews including, Troy and Crystal Smith and Tonya Perrienk as well as extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his sister-in-law Leanne Smith, and Nephew Tom DeBruler.A visitation will be Monday, March 4 from 1-7 p.m., with family being present from 4-6, at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.&nbsp; Cremation will follow and a memorial service will be Wednesday, March 6 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.A luncheon will be served following the ceremonies at the Alliance Eagles Club.Memorials may be given to the Disabled American Veterans.

Merle L. Smith (1940 - 2024)

John P. Courtney passed away Friday, February 23, 2024 at his home in Alliance with his family by his side.&nbsp; He was 70 years of age.

He was born on June 13, 1953 in Dodge City, Kansas to Leo and Iveda (McCabe) Courtney. John attended school in Hoxie, Kansas and graduated from Hoxie High School.&nbsp;

He entered the U.S. Army on February 15, 1973 and was honorably discharged on February 13, 1976.&nbsp; In Kansas John worked in farming, construction and truck driving before moving to Alliance in 1996.&nbsp; He was then employed at Parker Hannefin for 18 years.&nbsp;

On&nbsp; June 19, 1998 he was united in marriage to Bobi Sample in Alliance.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Bobi, his daughter, Caroline (Jason) Lewis of Lillian, AL, his two grandchildren, Luke Lewis and Lillie (Kade) Peterson and his great-grandchild, Sutton Peterson.&nbsp; John is also survived by the children and grandchildren he gained when he married Bobi, including, Erin (Al) DuBray and Lisa (Matt) Burri of Alliance, Jessi (Cody) Davis of Gillette, WY and Jennie Sample of Bridgeport, grandchildren,&nbsp; Abigail Burri, Ivan Burri, Brooklyn Burri, Shawn Sample, Sofee Sample, Savannah Sample, Francis DuBray, Brianna DuBray, Wyatt Davis and Willow Davis and great-granddaughter, Dominique Sample.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters, Georgia Briery of Norton, KS, Mary Courtney of OK and sister in-law Betty Courtney of Alabama..&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James Courtney.

John was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and extremely proud of his membership with the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Hemingford American Legion.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery with military honors by the Hemingford American Legion.&nbsp; A wake service will be Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, from 1-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and continuing at the wake service.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Knights of Columbus or Holy Rosary Catholic Church

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 </figure>John P. Courtney passed away Friday, February 23, 2024 at his home in Alliance with his family by his side.&nbsp; He was 70 years of age.He was born on June 13, 1953 in Dodge City, Kansas to Leo and Iveda (McCabe) Courtney. John attended school in Hoxie, Kansas and graduated from Hoxie High School.&nbsp;He entered the U.S. Army on February 15, 1973 and was honorably discharged on February 13, 1976.&nbsp; In Kansas John worked in farming, construction and truck driving before moving to Alliance in 1996.&nbsp; He was then employed at Parker Hannefin for 18 years.&nbsp;On&nbsp; June 19, 1998 he was united in marriage to Bobi Sample in Alliance.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Bobi, his daughter, Caroline (Jason) Lewis of Lillian, AL, his two grandchildren, Luke Lewis and Lillie (Kade) Peterson and his great-grandchild, Sutton Peterson.&nbsp; John is also survived by the children and grandchildren he gained when he married Bobi, including, Erin (Al) DuBray and Lisa (Matt) Burri of Alliance, Jessi (Cody) Davis of Gillette, WY and Jennie Sample of Bridgeport, grandchildren,&nbsp; Abigail Burri, Ivan Burri, Brooklyn Burri, Shawn Sample, Sofee Sample, Savannah Sample, Francis DuBray, Brianna DuBray, Wyatt Davis and Willow Davis and great-granddaughter, Dominique Sample.&nbsp; He is also survived by his sisters, Georgia Briery of Norton, KS, Mary Courtney of OK and sister in-law Betty Courtney of Alabama..&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, James Courtney.John was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and extremely proud of his membership with the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He was also a member of the Hemingford American Legion.Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Tim Stoner officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery with military honors by the Hemingford American Legion.&nbsp; A wake service will be Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday, from 1-4 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home and continuing at the wake service.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Knights of Columbus or Holy Rosary Catholic Church

John P. Courtney (1953 - 2024)

Richard “Dick” Alva Woodard, 86, of Torrington, Wyoming, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the Torrington Community Hospital. &nbsp;A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at Gering Zion Church in Gering, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Hebbert officiating. The Nebraska Army National Guard and Gering American Legion Post 36 Honor Guard will provide military honors. Cremation has taken place in accordance with Richard’s wishes. &nbsp;Memorials may be made in care of Gering Zion Church, the VFW Post 1681, or the Gering American Legion Post 36. &nbsp;The service will be live-streamed and recorded to Richard’s obituary page viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com. &nbsp;

Richard was born June 29, 1937, in Scottsbluff on a farm in the Sunflower Community to Alva Charles and Evelyn (Taft) Woodard. He attended grade school in the Lyman, Nebraska area and high school in Morrill, Nebraska. Richard enlisted in the US Army following high school in 1957.

He married the love of his life, Shirley Weimer, during his time of duty. Three children were born to this union: Darrell, Roxanne, and Anthony.&nbsp;

Richard spent his lifetime working in the agriculture industry including livestock feed, fertilizer, chemical and crop sciences, irrigation districts, and center pivot irrigation companies. He was a college professor in the Ag Center at Western Nebraska Community College from 1980 until his retirement in 2000. Richard then started his own consulting company, Midwest Environmental, which he ran for the next twelve years.

Survivors include his children, Darrell (Shannon) Woodard of Mt. Vernon, WA, Roxi Corr of Tumwater, WA, and Tony Woodard of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren and ten grandchildren, all of whom he loved very much; numerous nieces and nephews; and his special buddy, Peanut.

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 </figure>Richard “Dick” Alva Woodard, 86, of Torrington, Wyoming, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at the Torrington Community Hospital. &nbsp;A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at Gering Zion Church in Gering, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Hebbert officiating. The Nebraska Army National Guard and Gering American Legion Post 36 Honor Guard will provide military honors. Cremation has taken place in accordance with Richard’s wishes. &nbsp;Memorials may be made in care of Gering Zion Church, the VFW Post 1681, or the Gering American Legion Post 36. &nbsp;The service will be live-streamed and recorded to Richard’s obituary page viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com. &nbsp;Richard was born June 29, 1937, in Scottsbluff on a farm in the Sunflower Community to Alva Charles and Evelyn (Taft) Woodard. He attended grade school in the Lyman, Nebraska area and high school in Morrill, Nebraska. Richard enlisted in the US Army following high school in 1957.He married the love of his life, Shirley Weimer, during his time of duty. Three children were born to this union: Darrell, Roxanne, and Anthony.&nbsp;Richard spent his lifetime working in the agriculture industry including livestock feed, fertilizer, chemical and crop sciences, irrigation districts, and center pivot irrigation companies. He was a college professor in the Ag Center at Western Nebraska Community College from 1980 until his retirement in 2000. Richard then started his own consulting company, Midwest Environmental, which he ran for the next twelve years.Survivors include his children, Darrell (Shannon) Woodard of Mt. Vernon, WA, Roxi Corr of Tumwater, WA, and Tony Woodard of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren and ten grandchildren, all of whom he loved very much; numerous nieces and nephews; and his special buddy, Peanut.

Richard “Dick” Alva Woodard (1937 - 2024)

Bill Fedorchik, 85, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Monument Rehab and Care in Scottsbluff. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes and no services will be held. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Bill’s obituary viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.

Bill was born January 10, 1939, in Morrill, Nebraska to Bill and Anna (Snitko) Fedorchik. He was one of eight children and raised on a farm south of Morrill. Bill graduated from Morrill High School in 1957 and soon entered the United States Marine Corp. He was honorably discharged in 1960.

Bill became united in marriage to Carol Behling in 1967. Together they welcomed three children, Bill, Todd, and Kari.

Bill worked at Coop in the tire shop but later began employment at Western Sugar Factory where he remained for nearly forty years. He also worked at Westco in Morrill shortly before his retirement.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout his lifetime. Bill was an avid pool player and liked playing cards with his friends at Lordinos. However, his favorite pastime was dancing, dancing, and more dancing, especially doing the jitterbug!

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 </figure>Bill Fedorchik, 85, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Monument Rehab and Care in Scottsbluff. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes and no services will be held. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Bill’s obituary viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.Bill was born January 10, 1939, in Morrill, Nebraska to Bill and Anna (Snitko) Fedorchik. He was one of eight children and raised on a farm south of Morrill. Bill graduated from Morrill High School in 1957 and soon entered the United States Marine Corp. He was honorably discharged in 1960.Bill became united in marriage to Carol Behling in 1967. Together they welcomed three children, Bill, Todd, and Kari.Bill worked at Coop in the tire shop but later began employment at Western Sugar Factory where he remained for nearly forty years. He also worked at Westco in Morrill shortly before his retirement.He enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout his lifetime. Bill was an avid pool player and liked playing cards with his friends at Lordinos. However, his favorite pastime was dancing, dancing, and more dancing, especially doing the jitterbug!Survivors include his wife, Carol; children, Bill (Kerri)Fedorchik, Todd (Teena) Fedorchik, and Kari (Darrell) Franklin; nine grandchildren, Jacob (Sara), Jerrod (Amanda), Austen, Kalista, Kurtis, Eli, Ryder, Sarah (Kevin Barthel), and Tyler; three great-grandchildren, Braydon, Braxton, and Charlotte; siblings, Sophie Wallentine-Luchterhand, Vera Applegate-Morgan, Helen Seifert, and Henry (Rosemary) Fedorchik; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

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