Allan J. Gerk, 75, passed peacefully at his home with his family by his side after a battle with cancer on June 11, 2024.

He was born in Julesburg, Colorado on March 11, 1949, to Isidore and Mary (Lechman) Gerk. After Allan graduated from Julesburg High School he served as a distribution clerk for the US Army and was later honorably discharged.

Allan married Carol J Adamson, 01/01/1996 and moved to Alliance where Allan enjoyed his job caring for the Library, the Knight Museum and other various buildings for over 14 years until he retired. He always said his job with the City of Alliance was the best job he ever had. After retirement they enjoyed some time in Arizona and Colorado before settling in Scottsbluff, NE.

Allan was well known for his ability to always make light of any situation and his ever present humor and smile. Allan found a true passion for genealogy and would spend countless hours researching family lineage. He loved to tinker with stuff, start and sometimes finish projects and organize everything. Allan never met a kid he didn’t like and absolutely loved spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids.

Allan is survived by his loving wife, Carol of Scottsbluff, NE; four daughters and their families that he inherited through marriage. Justine Kloth-Bartlett, TN; Kelly (Bart) Stewart-Chadron, NE; Nancy (Delbert) Leisy-Alliance, NE; Sarah (Pete) Arreguy-Amhearst, NE; 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; siblings Leonard Gerk-Aurora, CO; Marilyn (Jim) Fender-Windsor, CO; Rose (Charles) Lankford-Longmont, CO; Cathy Wegmen-Thorton, CO; John Gerk-Denver, CO along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and several long-time friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his nephew John Lankford, sister-in-law Jo Beth Gerk, and son-in law Jeffery Kloth. 

Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 10:00am at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery 2610 County Road 57, Alliance, NE.

It is respectfully requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials in Allan’s honor be made to your local Hospice or Veterans Association as Allan was forever grateful for all of their care.

Online condolences may be made by viewing Allan’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Allan J. Gerk, 75, passed peacefully at his home with his family by his side after a battle with cancer on June 11, 2024.He was born in Julesburg, Colorado on March 11, 1949, to Isidore and Mary (Lechman) Gerk. After Allan graduated from Julesburg High School he served as a distribution clerk for the US Army and was later honorably discharged.Allan married Carol J Adamson, 01/01/1996 and moved to Alliance where Allan enjoyed his job caring for the Library, the Knight Museum and other various buildings for over 14 years until he retired. He always said his job with the City of Alliance was the best job he ever had. After retirement they enjoyed some time in Arizona and Colorado before settling in Scottsbluff, NE.Allan was well known for his ability to always make light of any situation and his ever present humor and smile. Allan found a true passion for genealogy and would spend countless hours researching family lineage. He loved to tinker with stuff, start and sometimes finish projects and organize everything. Allan never met a kid he didn’t like and absolutely loved spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids.Allan is survived by his loving wife, Carol of Scottsbluff, NE; four daughters and their families that he inherited through marriage. Justine Kloth-Bartlett, TN; Kelly (Bart) Stewart-Chadron, NE; Nancy (Delbert) Leisy-Alliance, NE; Sarah (Pete) Arreguy-Amhearst, NE; 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; siblings Leonard Gerk-Aurora, CO; Marilyn (Jim) Fender-Windsor, CO; Rose (Charles) Lankford-Longmont, CO; Cathy Wegmen-Thorton, CO; John Gerk-Denver, CO along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and several long-time friends.He is preceded in death by his parents, his nephew John Lankford, sister-in-law Jo Beth Gerk, and son-in law Jeffery Kloth. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 10:00am at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery 2610 County Road 57, Alliance, NE.It is respectfully requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials in Allan’s honor be made to your local Hospice or Veterans Association as Allan was forever grateful for all of their care.Online condolences may be made by viewing Allan’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Allan John Gerk (1949 - 2024)

Terry Lee Steinacher, Sept. 1, 1943-June 7, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents Norman and Ethel (Chasdek) Steinacher. Survived by his sister Carole (Dawn) Steinacher, cousins and good friends, Jim Miller and Taylor Morava. Terry graduated from Milligan High School in 1961, received Bachelor and Masters degrees in Anthropology from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and a PhD in Archaeology from the University of Oklahoma. Terry was commissioned as an Air Force Lieutenant; later promoted to Captain and served as an intelligence officer in Vietnam. He spent most of his career as the Nebraska State Historical Preservationist with his office at Ft. Robinson. He resided in Crawford, Nebraska appreciating the beauty and history of the land. Terry enjoyed his books (especially history), his extensive and varied music collection, travels to Europe and Egypt, but most of all his golfing with Jim and Taylor and others up to the challenge. Terry gifted us with his goodness, generous spirit, and wry, dry sense of humor. And he was humble enough to call his little sister when encountering technical issues (usually got a good answer). A man of few words, yet he spoke volumes, he will forever be missed.

Military graveside service at Ft. McPherson.

Memorials: Ft. Robinson or Legend Buttes Golf Course, Crawford, NE

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 </figure>Terry Lee Steinacher, Sept. 1, 1943-June 7, 2024.Preceded in death by parents Norman and Ethel (Chasdek) Steinacher. Survived by his sister Carole (Dawn) Steinacher, cousins and good friends, Jim Miller and Taylor Morava. Terry graduated from Milligan High School in 1961, received Bachelor and Masters degrees in Anthropology from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and a PhD in Archaeology from the University of Oklahoma. Terry was commissioned as an Air Force Lieutenant; later promoted to Captain and served as an intelligence officer in Vietnam. He spent most of his career as the Nebraska State Historical Preservationist with his office at Ft. Robinson. He resided in Crawford, Nebraska appreciating the beauty and history of the land. Terry enjoyed his books (especially history), his extensive and varied music collection, travels to Europe and Egypt, but most of all his golfing with Jim and Taylor and others up to the challenge. Terry gifted us with his goodness, generous spirit, and wry, dry sense of humor. And he was humble enough to call his little sister when encountering technical issues (usually got a good answer). A man of few words, yet he spoke volumes, he will forever be missed.Military graveside service at Ft. McPherson.Memorials: Ft. Robinson or Legend Buttes Golf Course, Crawford, NE

Terry Lee Steinacher (1943 - 2024)

Funeral services for Mildred (Millie) Wasserburger will be held beginning with a Vigil Service (Rosary) at 7:00 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024, and Funeral Mass at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the Church of the Nativity in Harrison, Nebraska, with Father Arul Innaiah officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Harrison.

Millie passed away in her home on May 31, 2024, comforted with the loving care of family and Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;

Millie was born on May 25, 1930, in Crawford, Nebraska, to Harry Andrew and Mary Frances (Geiser) Wasserburger. &nbsp;She grew up on the family ranch near Montrose, Nebraska. &nbsp;She and her sisters rode their ponies to attend elementary school at District #16. She also attended Assumption Academy in Chadron, Nebraska; Edgemont High School in Edgemont, South Dakota; and graduated in 1947 from Sioux County High School in Harrison, Nebraska. &nbsp;Following graduation, she attended National College of Business in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Millie's Catholic faith was her foundation. &nbsp;She was a devout and prayerful woman. &nbsp;She was baptized and confirmed at the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Montrose. &nbsp;After moving to Harrison she became a member of the Church of the Nativity and provided years of service as the organist. &nbsp;She was still climbing the stairs to the choir loft into her 80's to provide music for Masses. &nbsp;She was a member of St. Theresa's Altar Society.&nbsp;Millie's unwavering honesty was her trademark in her family's sale barn and ranching businesses. Millie loved being on the "sale barn circuit". She grew up attending sales with her parents. &nbsp;She partnered in/operated three livestock auction businesses. &nbsp;She also attended many other auctions while purchasing cattle for her own ranching operation. &nbsp;She made lasting friendships with people she worked with and customers throughout the western Nebraska and Wyoming area and also with buyers from farms and feedlots throughout eastern Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa and Kansas. &nbsp;Even after being unable to physically attend auctions due to age and infirmity, she avidly watched the video sales and especially loved getting local sale reports. &nbsp;She fondly recalled past customers and their cattle and how they performed year after year.

Millie also kept busy with other occupations through the years. &nbsp;She assisted getting easements from local landowners for the initial rural electrification of Sioux County; was a clerk in the Sioux County Treasurer's office; served as Sioux County Clerk, Assessor and Clerk of the District Court; and worked as hostess at Ft. Robinson State Park. &nbsp;She also assisted her family in their business ventures at the Snack Shack, Village Barn restaurant and Harrison Dance Pavilion.&nbsp;Family and friends were very important to Millie. &nbsp;She loved to dance and traveled around the area with friends to attend local social events. &nbsp;Millie maintained life-long friendships with her classmates and friends she met throughout the years. &nbsp;She enjoyed driving nieces and nephews to drive-in movies and dances. &nbsp;As her nieces and nephews grew older, she enjoyed attending their school, sports and music events. &nbsp;Millie was always there to provide loving support and assistance to all the generations of her family.

Millie is survived by her nieces and nephew: &nbsp;Patricia Federle, Rebecca Law, John Andrew (Holly) Federle and Mary LaDeene Swanson; great-nieces and nephews: Meggan Federle and son Ezra; Jessie (Chad) RoBards and children Conner, Daxton, Bailey, Levi and Ryan; TJ Boyd (Abby George) and children Ross, Reed, Vlad and Rose; Kassi Swanson; Jennifer Swanson and sons Brendan and Zac; Max (Nicole) Federle; Tim (LeAndra) Swanson and son Evan. &nbsp;Millie is also survived by many generations of Wasserburger and Geiser cousins.

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 </figure>Funeral services for Mildred (Millie) Wasserburger will be held beginning with a Vigil Service (Rosary) at 7:00 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024, and Funeral Mass at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the Church of the Nativity in Harrison, Nebraska, with Father Arul Innaiah officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Harrison.Millie passed away in her home on May 31, 2024, comforted with the loving care of family and Home Health and Hospice.&nbsp;Millie was born on May 25, 1930, in Crawford, Nebraska, to Harry Andrew and Mary Frances (Geiser) Wasserburger. &nbsp;She grew up on the family ranch near Montrose, Nebraska. &nbsp;She and her sisters rode their ponies to attend elementary school at District #16. She also attended Assumption Academy in Chadron, Nebraska; Edgemont High School in Edgemont, South Dakota; and graduated in 1947 from Sioux County High School in Harrison, Nebraska. &nbsp;Following graduation, she attended National College of Business in Rapid City, South Dakota.Millie's Catholic faith was her foundation. &nbsp;She was a devout and prayerful woman. &nbsp;She was baptized and confirmed at the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Montrose. &nbsp;After moving to Harrison she became a member of the Church of the Nativity and provided years of service as the organist. &nbsp;She was still climbing the stairs to the choir loft into her 80's to provide music for Masses. &nbsp;She was a member of St. Theresa's Altar Society.&nbsp;Millie's unwavering honesty was her trademark in her family's sale barn and ranching businesses. Millie loved being on the "sale barn circuit". She grew up attending sales with her parents. &nbsp;She partnered in/operated three livestock auction businesses. &nbsp;She also attended many other auctions while purchasing cattle for her own ranching operation. &nbsp;She made lasting friendships with people she worked with and customers throughout the western Nebraska and Wyoming area and also with buyers from farms and feedlots throughout eastern Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa and Kansas. &nbsp;Even after being unable to physically attend auctions due to age and infirmity, she avidly watched the video sales and especially loved getting local sale reports. &nbsp;She fondly recalled past customers and their cattle and how they performed year after year.Millie also kept busy with other occupations through the years. &nbsp;She assisted getting easements from local landowners for the initial rural electrification of Sioux County; was a clerk in the Sioux County Treasurer's office; served as Sioux County Clerk, Assessor and Clerk of the District Court; and worked as hostess at Ft. Robinson State Park. &nbsp;She also assisted her family in their business ventures at the Snack Shack, Village Barn restaurant and Harrison Dance Pavilion.&nbsp;Family and friends were very important to Millie. &nbsp;She loved to dance and traveled around the area with friends to attend local social events. &nbsp;Millie maintained life-long friendships with her classmates and friends she met throughout the years. &nbsp;She enjoyed driving nieces and nephews to drive-in movies and dances. &nbsp;As her nieces and nephews grew older, she enjoyed attending their school, sports and music events. &nbsp;Millie was always there to provide loving support and assistance to all the generations of her family.Millie is survived by her nieces and nephew: &nbsp;Patricia Federle, Rebecca Law, John Andrew (Holly) Federle and Mary LaDeene Swanson; great-nieces and nephews: Meggan Federle and son Ezra; Jessie (Chad) RoBards and children Conner, Daxton, Bailey, Levi and Ryan; TJ Boyd (Abby George) and children Ross, Reed, Vlad and Rose; Kassi Swanson; Jennifer Swanson and sons Brendan and Zac; Max (Nicole) Federle; Tim (LeAndra) Swanson and son Evan. &nbsp;Millie is also survived by many generations of Wasserburger and Geiser cousins.

Mildred (Millie) Wasserburger (1930 - 2024)

Gerald Letcher, 92 of Hay Springs, NE passed away June 4, 2024 at his home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gerald was born October 19, 1931 in Mirage Flats, NE.

A Vigil will be Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7pm at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron NE.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10am at the St. Colubkille Church in Hay Springs, NE.

A memorial has been established for Chadron Hospice or Hay Springs Rural Fire Department. Donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337

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

Chamberlain Chapel is assisting with services.

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 </figure>Gerald Letcher, 92 of Hay Springs, NE passed away June 4, 2024 at his home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gerald was born October 19, 1931 in Mirage Flats, NE.A Vigil will be Monday, June 10, 2024 at 7pm at Chamberlain Chapel in Chadron NE.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10am at the St. Colubkille Church in Hay Springs, NE.A memorial has been established for Chadron Hospice or Hay Springs Rural Fire Department. Donations may be sent in care of Chamberlain Chapel, PO Box 970, Chadron, NE 69337Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com.Chamberlain Chapel is assisting with services.

Gerald Letcher (1931 - 2024)

Robert J. Laeger, 89, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully at his home on May 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and four daughters.

Bob was born on February 21, 1935, to John and Hazel Laeger in Ord, Nebraska. He began his education at a country school near Hemingford, Nebraska and completed grade school at the Seventh-day Adventist School. Bob attended high school at Platte Valley Adventist Academy in Shelton, Nebraska graduating in 1953. It was there that he met his beloved wife, Elaine Sherrill. They were married for 68 wonderful years.

After graduation, Bob moved to Denver, Colorado, where he played a role in the construction of Porter Adventist Hospital. In 1955, he enlisted in the United States Army where he was stationed in Washington, DC. Bob served in the White Coats, a unit known for their participation in medical research. Bob and Elaine were married on June 10, 1956.

In 1958, the couple returned to Hemingford, Nebraska, where Bob joined his father, John, in farming. In addition, Bob and John sold Pioneer Seed Corn where they continually were top in sales for the company and provided unmatchable customer service to his colleagues in the farming community. Bob was known for his meticulous attention to detail in his farming operation and his dedication to his family, friends, and community. Bob and Elaine were blessed with four daughters: Sherri, Julie, Lori, and Trish. Bob continued farming with passion until his retirement in 1999.

Upon retiring, Bob and Elaine moved to Fort Collins, Colorado, where they enjoyed the next chapter of their lives until 2014, when they relocated to Mesa, Arizona.

Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Elaine; daughters, Sherri, Julie, Lori, and Trish; sons-in-law, Lee Earnhardt, Mike Goebel and Jeff Reinert; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his sister, Elaine Jones; brother, Wayne Laeger and special nephew Brad Laeger. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Hazel Laeger.

Bob will be remembered for his hard work, generosity, and unwavering commitment to his family and friends. A memorial service will be held on June 15, 2024, at 2:00 pm at the Mesa Palms SDA church in Mesa, Arizona with burial to follow at a later date at the Hemingford Cemetery.

Bob's life was a testament to the values of love, dedication, and service. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made in memory of Bob to:&nbsp; Suncrest Hospice 4650 E. Cotton Center Blvd Suite 250 Phoenix AZ 85040

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 </figure>Robert J. Laeger, 89, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully at his home on May 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and four daughters.Bob was born on February 21, 1935, to John and Hazel Laeger in Ord, Nebraska. He began his education at a country school near Hemingford, Nebraska and completed grade school at the Seventh-day Adventist School. Bob attended high school at Platte Valley Adventist Academy in Shelton, Nebraska graduating in 1953. It was there that he met his beloved wife, Elaine Sherrill. They were married for 68 wonderful years.After graduation, Bob moved to Denver, Colorado, where he played a role in the construction of Porter Adventist Hospital. In 1955, he enlisted in the United States Army where he was stationed in Washington, DC. Bob served in the White Coats, a unit known for their participation in medical research. Bob and Elaine were married on June 10, 1956.In 1958, the couple returned to Hemingford, Nebraska, where Bob joined his father, John, in farming. In addition, Bob and John sold Pioneer Seed Corn where they continually were top in sales for the company and provided unmatchable customer service to his colleagues in the farming community. Bob was known for his meticulous attention to detail in his farming operation and his dedication to his family, friends, and community. Bob and Elaine were blessed with four daughters: Sherri, Julie, Lori, and Trish. Bob continued farming with passion until his retirement in 1999.Upon retiring, Bob and Elaine moved to Fort Collins, Colorado, where they enjoyed the next chapter of their lives until 2014, when they relocated to Mesa, Arizona.Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Elaine; daughters, Sherri, Julie, Lori, and Trish; sons-in-law, Lee Earnhardt, Mike Goebel and Jeff Reinert; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his sister, Elaine Jones; brother, Wayne Laeger and special nephew Brad Laeger. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Hazel Laeger.Bob will be remembered for his hard work, generosity, and unwavering commitment to his family and friends. A memorial service will be held on June 15, 2024, at 2:00 pm at the Mesa Palms SDA church in Mesa, Arizona with burial to follow at a later date at the Hemingford Cemetery.Bob's life was a testament to the values of love, dedication, and service. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who knew him.Memorials may be made in memory of Bob to:&nbsp; Suncrest Hospice 4650 E. Cotton Center Blvd Suite 250 Phoenix AZ 85040

Robert J. Laeger (1935 - 2024)

A celebration of life for Dorothy Stricker, age 93 of Scottsbluff, who passed away June 3rd, will be held Saturday, at Heritage Estates Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Fond memories and condolences may be left&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com./" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>

Dorothy was born May 4th, 1931 in Torrington, to Orval King and Hazel Hale. She received her education in the Henry Nebraska and Torrington Wyoming schools, graduating from Torrington High School. She married Lee Roy on April 30, in Scottsbluff, and made their home in California. They then made their way back to Nebraska, where they resided for many years.

She is survived by three sons, Michael Lee, Martin Dean, and Joel Clayton; three daughters; Diana Lynn, Linda Lou, and Carey Frances.

She is preceded in death by her husband Lee Roy, and daughter Anna.

Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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 </figure>A celebration of life for Dorothy Stricker, age 93 of Scottsbluff, who passed away June 3rd, will be held Saturday, at Heritage Estates Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Fond memories and condolences may be left&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dugankramer.com./" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.dugankramer.com.</a>Dorothy was born May 4th, 1931 in Torrington, to Orval King and Hazel Hale. She received her education in the Henry Nebraska and Torrington Wyoming schools, graduating from Torrington High School. She married Lee Roy on April 30, in Scottsbluff, and made their home in California. They then made their way back to Nebraska, where they resided for many years.She is survived by three sons, Michael Lee, Martin Dean, and Joel Clayton; three daughters; Diana Lynn, Linda Lou, and Carey Frances.She is preceded in death by her husband Lee Roy, and daughter Anna.Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Dorothy Stricker (1931 - 2024)

Janice “Sam” Kay Engleman, 73, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Elks Lodge in Scottsbluff. Casual, Husker, and red attire is welcome. A private family inurnment will be held later at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to a charity of the donor’s choice in Sam’s honor. Cards and condolences may be sent to: &nbsp;Shirley Anderson, 94 Stones Edge Drive, Montgomery, TX, 77356. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Jan’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.

Jan was born November 8, 1950, in Scottsbluff to Phillip and Hanna (Stricker) Engleman. Jan attended Scottsbluff Public Schools and graduated in 1969 from Scottsbluff High School. &nbsp;She worked for Pizza Hut for several years and then changed careers to work at Regional West Medical Center. Jan remained there for 34 years until her retirement in 2015.

Jan was an active member of the Eagles for 42 years serving as President both at the Scottsbluff and Bridgeport lodges as well as serving at the State level in many capacities. &nbsp;She was a member of the Scottsbluff First United Methodist Church.&nbsp;

Jan enjoyed playing cards with her friends and having fun. &nbsp;She was an avid Husker football fan. As a person she was independent, but always ready to help others. &nbsp;Jan became her mother’s caregiver and made many visits to her during her stay in assisted living. &nbsp;Jan called Bingo and was loved by the residents at the facility where her mother resided. &nbsp;She made sure everyone was having a good time.&nbsp;

Survivors include her sisters, Shirley (Len) Anderson and Donna (Lance) Belcher of Montgomery, TX, and Beverly Engleman of Gering, NE; nieces, Teri (Tom) Ritterbush, Kris (Rob) Sornson, Melissa (Rick Salazar) and Kelly McAlpine all of Scottsbluff; nephew, Josh McAlpine of Scottsbluff; along with numerous great nieces, great nephews, and many friends. Thank you to Sharon Brown, Carole Gross and Becky Mora for your friendship and loyalty to Janice.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandparents, Phillip and Katherine Engleman and Conrad and Charlotte Stricker. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Janice “Sam” Kay Engleman, 73, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Elks Lodge in Scottsbluff. Casual, Husker, and red attire is welcome. A private family inurnment will be held later at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to a charity of the donor’s choice in Sam’s honor. Cards and condolences may be sent to: &nbsp;Shirley Anderson, 94 Stones Edge Drive, Montgomery, TX, 77356. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Jan’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.Jan was born November 8, 1950, in Scottsbluff to Phillip and Hanna (Stricker) Engleman. Jan attended Scottsbluff Public Schools and graduated in 1969 from Scottsbluff High School. &nbsp;She worked for Pizza Hut for several years and then changed careers to work at Regional West Medical Center. Jan remained there for 34 years until her retirement in 2015.Jan was an active member of the Eagles for 42 years serving as President both at the Scottsbluff and Bridgeport lodges as well as serving at the State level in many capacities. &nbsp;She was a member of the Scottsbluff First United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Jan enjoyed playing cards with her friends and having fun. &nbsp;She was an avid Husker football fan. As a person she was independent, but always ready to help others. &nbsp;Jan became her mother’s caregiver and made many visits to her during her stay in assisted living. &nbsp;Jan called Bingo and was loved by the residents at the facility where her mother resided. &nbsp;She made sure everyone was having a good time.&nbsp;Survivors include her sisters, Shirley (Len) Anderson and Donna (Lance) Belcher of Montgomery, TX, and Beverly Engleman of Gering, NE; nieces, Teri (Tom) Ritterbush, Kris (Rob) Sornson, Melissa (Rick Salazar) and Kelly McAlpine all of Scottsbluff; nephew, Josh McAlpine of Scottsbluff; along with numerous great nieces, great nephews, and many friends. Thank you to Sharon Brown, Carole Gross and Becky Mora for your friendship and loyalty to Janice.She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandparents, Phillip and Katherine Engleman and Conrad and Charlotte Stricker. &nbsp;

Janice “Sam” Kay Engleman (1950 - 2024)

Justin Ryan Zwiebel, age 48 of Mitchell, passed away peacefully in his home on May 30,2024.

His Funeral service will be held June 5, 2024, at 10:00AM at Dugan-Kramer with Pastor Matthew Gordon officiating, burial will follow at East Lawn in Minatare. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the chapel. Memorials can be made to the family. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.

He was born on April 18, 1976, at Scottsbluff Nebraska to Rodney Zwiebel and Debra (Hinman) Sayre and received his early education in Morrill Schools, graduating from Morrill High School and attending Eastern Wyoming College.

He married Angie Weiss on July 07, 2007, in Mitchell to which they made their forever home and spent their days being deeply devoted to one another.

Justin's hobbies included gardening, fishing and metalwork. He was an avid outdoorsman and passionate about family and friends.

Survivors include Wife Angie Zwiebel, Grandmother Dorthy Hinman, Brother Bill (Glenna) Zwiebel, Stepmother Shari Zwiebel, Stepbrother Jason Temple, Aunt Sandee Hinman, Uncle Terry (Yvonne) Zwiebel, Uncle Brian (Jennifer) Zwiebel, In-law Chad (Sarah) Weiss, Niece Brittany (Nicholas) Lillard, Nephew Garrett (Peyton) Zwiebel, Nephew Logan (KaeLee) Weiss, Nephew Keegan (Karsyn) Weiss, Nephew Ryan Temple, Niece Meeya Weiss. Cousins: Andrew (Mary) Grasmick, Alex (Sunny) Ross, Micah (Scott) Krohn, Mandy (John) Koehler. Great Niece and Nephews: Natilee, PaisLee, Owen, Oaklynn, Ada, Baby Girl Weiss, Baby Boy Zwiebel and many other cousins.

He was preceded in death by Mother Debra Sayre, Stepfather Larry Sayre, Father Rod Zwiebel, Grandfather Bill Hinman, Grandfather Orville Zwiebel, Grandmother Lucille Zwiebel, Aunt Jeane McPherson, Aunt Densie Lowry, Mother-in-law Patricia Weiss and Father-in-law Jack Weiss.

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 </figure>Justin Ryan Zwiebel, age 48 of Mitchell, passed away peacefully in his home on May 30,2024.His Funeral service will be held June 5, 2024, at 10:00AM at Dugan-Kramer with Pastor Matthew Gordon officiating, burial will follow at East Lawn in Minatare. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the chapel. Memorials can be made to the family. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.He was born on April 18, 1976, at Scottsbluff Nebraska to Rodney Zwiebel and Debra (Hinman) Sayre and received his early education in Morrill Schools, graduating from Morrill High School and attending Eastern Wyoming College.He married Angie Weiss on July 07, 2007, in Mitchell to which they made their forever home and spent their days being deeply devoted to one another.Justin's hobbies included gardening, fishing and metalwork. He was an avid outdoorsman and passionate about family and friends.Survivors include Wife Angie Zwiebel, Grandmother Dorthy Hinman, Brother Bill (Glenna) Zwiebel, Stepmother Shari Zwiebel, Stepbrother Jason Temple, Aunt Sandee Hinman, Uncle Terry (Yvonne) Zwiebel, Uncle Brian (Jennifer) Zwiebel, In-law Chad (Sarah) Weiss, Niece Brittany (Nicholas) Lillard, Nephew Garrett (Peyton) Zwiebel, Nephew Logan (KaeLee) Weiss, Nephew Keegan (Karsyn) Weiss, Nephew Ryan Temple, Niece Meeya Weiss. Cousins: Andrew (Mary) Grasmick, Alex (Sunny) Ross, Micah (Scott) Krohn, Mandy (John) Koehler. Great Niece and Nephews: Natilee, PaisLee, Owen, Oaklynn, Ada, Baby Girl Weiss, Baby Boy Zwiebel and many other cousins.He was preceded in death by Mother Debra Sayre, Stepfather Larry Sayre, Father Rod Zwiebel, Grandfather Bill Hinman, Grandfather Orville Zwiebel, Grandmother Lucille Zwiebel, Aunt Jeane McPherson, Aunt Densie Lowry, Mother-in-law Patricia Weiss and Father-in-law Jack Weiss.

Justin Ryan Zwiebel (1976 - 2024)

Larry Dean Knaub, 83 of Gering, Nebraska passed away May 30, 2024 at UC Health Greeley Hospital in Greeley, Colorado.

His memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:30 am at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel with Pastor Jeff Fiet officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.

Larry was born on December 18, 1940 in Melbeta, Nebraska to Alex and Pauline (Schmunk) Knaub. He graduated from Bayard High School and attended Scottsbluff College graduating May of 1961.

He married Janet Ravert on May 1963 in Scottsbluff, where they made their home. Later moved to Gordon, Nebraska where he was an accountant for Stanko’s Packing.

Larry was an avid Husker fan and Broncos fan.

He is survived by his daughter Kim (Jerry) Bremer, granddaughter Kylie (Ben) Scott, great grandchildren Eva and RJ Scott and sister Diana (Steve) Hahn.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents Alex and Pauline Knaub, wife Janet Beth, daughter Kami and grandson Cody Bremer.

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 </figure>Larry Dean Knaub, 83 of Gering, Nebraska passed away May 30, 2024 at UC Health Greeley Hospital in Greeley, Colorado.His memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:30 am at Dugan Kramer Funeral Chapel with Pastor Jeff Fiet officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dugankramer.com.Larry was born on December 18, 1940 in Melbeta, Nebraska to Alex and Pauline (Schmunk) Knaub. He graduated from Bayard High School and attended Scottsbluff College graduating May of 1961.He married Janet Ravert on May 1963 in Scottsbluff, where they made their home. Later moved to Gordon, Nebraska where he was an accountant for Stanko’s Packing.Larry was an avid Husker fan and Broncos fan.He is survived by his daughter Kim (Jerry) Bremer, granddaughter Kylie (Ben) Scott, great grandchildren Eva and RJ Scott and sister Diana (Steve) Hahn.Larry was preceded in death by his parents Alex and Pauline Knaub, wife Janet Beth, daughter Kami and grandson Cody Bremer.

Larry Dean Knaub (1940 - 2024)

Barbara Joan Jespersen, age 81, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Highland Park Care Center, Alliance, Nebraska.

Barbara was born January 4, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Allen Boness and Rosezella(Roebuck) Boness. Barb grew up in Alliance, Nebraska with her older brothers Don, and Jerry,and her younger brother Greg. She graduated from Alliance High School, Class of 1961. Barb obtained her Cosmetology license after attending Beauty College in Scottsbluff. Duane took her to Lincoln to set for her boards. She always stated and just recently before her illness when she would meet someone new or even old acquaintances "This is my story and I'm sticking to it" I have had my Cosmetology License for 63 years and never practiced and decided to become the hired hand on the farm and raise a family.

On August 19, 1962, Barbara Boness was united in marriage to Duane Jespersen at Saint John's United Lutheran Church, ELCA, in Alliance, Nebraska and blessed to have been married 58 years upon Duane's passing in 2021.&nbsp;She was a member of the St.&nbsp;John's United Lutheran Church, Alliance, Nebraska, and Victory Lutheran Church, Mesa, Arizona. They began their married life living in the house built in 1906 by Duane's grandfather, Jesper Jespersen, on the Lone Tree Ranch homestead southwest of Hemingford where they farmed, raised cattle, and later added pigs to their farm operation. In 1976 they built a larger home on the same place to raise their family. To this union six children were born Dawn, Dana, Danette, Darin born August 24,1972 and died at four days, Darby, and Derrick.

In 2000 Duane and Barb began going to Mesa, Arizona for the winter months where they enjoyed the 'Valley of the Sun', and later moved to Mesa. In 2008 they retired from farming, and then would return from Mesa every summer to help their sons with the farm work, attended the grandchildren's school activities, and visited with family and friends. Barb would do field work for many years after retirement and operated the grain cart while Duane harvested com. Barb had a wonderful voice and sang with her whole heart in church every Sunday and also weddings and funerals.

Those left to cherish and honor Barbara's memory are her five children and their spouses, twelve grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Dawn and Will Fiscus, Cheyenne, Wyoming; children, Jessica Fiscus, Cheyenne, Wyoming, children Dameon Fiscus and Fionna Seid at home; Justin Fiscus and Breanne Ramirez, Torrington, Wyoming. Dana Jespersen, Alliance, Nebraska; son, Brennan Jespersen, Alliance, Nebraska. Danette and Henry Holguin, Gilbert, Arizona; her children Danae Hefty, Chandler, Arizona,&nbsp;Devin Hefty and Draysen Hefty, Gilbert, Arizona. Darby and Autumn Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; children, Tarin Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; Kage Jespersen, Lincoln, Nebraska; and Storm Jespersen and Geoff Toler (Fiance) Hemingford, Nebraska. Derrick and Cassie Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; children, Rayne, Kyra, and Rye Jespersen at home. Barb's brothers Don Boness of Denver Colorado, Greg and Selina Boness of Custer, South Dakota. Duane's sister and brother-in-law, Devona and George Tschacher, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Also, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Barb was preceded in death by her husband Duane Jespersen, their infant son, Darin Jesper Jespersen, grandson Dayne Jakob Hefty at 19 months, and born still granddaughter Jennica Mariah Jespersen, her parents, Allen Boness and Rosezella (Boness) Langmacher, brother Jerry Boness, and sister-in-law Twila Boness. Duane's parents, Elvin 'Pat' and Mabel (Jordan)Jespersen, brother-in-law Darwin Jespersen, sister-in-law Shirley Jespersen, and sister-in-law Carol Jespersen.

Funeral services will be Friday,&nbsp;June 7,&nbsp;2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Saint John's United Lutheran Church,&nbsp;Alliance,&nbsp;Nebraska.&nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Cards may be mailed to Barbara Jespersen family, in care of&nbsp;Dana Jespersen,&nbsp;807 Dakota Avenue, Alliance,&nbsp;Nebraska,&nbsp;69301 for a memorial to be named at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Barbara Joan Jespersen, age 81, of Alliance, Nebraska passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Highland Park Care Center, Alliance, Nebraska.Barbara was born January 4, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Allen Boness and Rosezella(Roebuck) Boness. Barb grew up in Alliance, Nebraska with her older brothers Don, and Jerry,and her younger brother Greg. She graduated from Alliance High School, Class of 1961. Barb obtained her Cosmetology license after attending Beauty College in Scottsbluff. Duane took her to Lincoln to set for her boards. She always stated and just recently before her illness when she would meet someone new or even old acquaintances "This is my story and I'm sticking to it" I have had my Cosmetology License for 63 years and never practiced and decided to become the hired hand on the farm and raise a family.On August 19, 1962, Barbara Boness was united in marriage to Duane Jespersen at Saint John's United Lutheran Church, ELCA, in Alliance, Nebraska and blessed to have been married 58 years upon Duane's passing in 2021.&nbsp;She was a member of the St.&nbsp;John's United Lutheran Church, Alliance, Nebraska, and Victory Lutheran Church, Mesa, Arizona. They began their married life living in the house built in 1906 by Duane's grandfather, Jesper Jespersen, on the Lone Tree Ranch homestead southwest of Hemingford where they farmed, raised cattle, and later added pigs to their farm operation. In 1976 they built a larger home on the same place to raise their family. To this union six children were born Dawn, Dana, Danette, Darin born August 24,1972 and died at four days, Darby, and Derrick.In 2000 Duane and Barb began going to Mesa, Arizona for the winter months where they enjoyed the 'Valley of the Sun', and later moved to Mesa. In 2008 they retired from farming, and then would return from Mesa every summer to help their sons with the farm work, attended the grandchildren's school activities, and visited with family and friends. Barb would do field work for many years after retirement and operated the grain cart while Duane harvested com. Barb had a wonderful voice and sang with her whole heart in church every Sunday and also weddings and funerals.Those left to cherish and honor Barbara's memory are her five children and their spouses, twelve grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Dawn and Will Fiscus, Cheyenne, Wyoming; children, Jessica Fiscus, Cheyenne, Wyoming, children Dameon Fiscus and Fionna Seid at home; Justin Fiscus and Breanne Ramirez, Torrington, Wyoming. Dana Jespersen, Alliance, Nebraska; son, Brennan Jespersen, Alliance, Nebraska. Danette and Henry Holguin, Gilbert, Arizona; her children Danae Hefty, Chandler, Arizona,&nbsp;Devin Hefty and Draysen Hefty, Gilbert, Arizona. Darby and Autumn Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; children, Tarin Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; Kage Jespersen, Lincoln, Nebraska; and Storm Jespersen and Geoff Toler (Fiance) Hemingford, Nebraska. Derrick and Cassie Jespersen, Hemingford, Nebraska; children, Rayne, Kyra, and Rye Jespersen at home. Barb's brothers Don Boness of Denver Colorado, Greg and Selina Boness of Custer, South Dakota. Duane's sister and brother-in-law, Devona and George Tschacher, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Also, many nieces, nephews, and friends.Barb was preceded in death by her husband Duane Jespersen, their infant son, Darin Jesper Jespersen, grandson Dayne Jakob Hefty at 19 months, and born still granddaughter Jennica Mariah Jespersen, her parents, Allen Boness and Rosezella (Boness) Langmacher, brother Jerry Boness, and sister-in-law Twila Boness. Duane's parents, Elvin 'Pat' and Mabel (Jordan)Jespersen, brother-in-law Darwin Jespersen, sister-in-law Shirley Jespersen, and sister-in-law Carol Jespersen.Funeral services will be Friday,&nbsp;June 7,&nbsp;2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Saint John's United Lutheran Church,&nbsp;Alliance,&nbsp;Nebraska.&nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Cards may be mailed to Barbara Jespersen family, in care of&nbsp;Dana Jespersen,&nbsp;807 Dakota Avenue, Alliance,&nbsp;Nebraska,&nbsp;69301 for a memorial to be named at a later date.Online condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.batesgould.com/" target="_blank">www.batesgould.com</a>

Barbara Joan Jespersen (1943 - 2024)

In Remembrance of Gordon Douglas Lacy, 84, who died comfortably at his home in Gering on Friday, May 31, 2024.

Gordon was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on February 26, 1940 to Allen Clair and Ima Eleanor (Rich) Lacy. He was educated in Scotts Bluff County schools, graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1958 and attended 2 years at Scottsbluff Junior College.

He worked several years at US Supply Co. and married Leila Kay Keller in 1961 and had their son Tim in 1962. They later divorced in 1970.

Gordon joined the team at Independent Plumbing &amp; Heating in 1985, where he worked until retirement as a Journeyman Plumber and Water well Service Tech.

He married Cynthia Hyano in 1982 and had their son Douglas. They later divorced in 1986. In 2004, he married Karol Ann Blake.

Gordon was preceded in death by his father Allen, mother Ima, brothers Robert and Harvey, sister Claudia and 3rd wife Karol.

Survivors include his brother Gene and sons Timothy and Douglas.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:30 am at the Scottsbluff Seventh Day Adventist Church with Richard Teller officiating. Gordon will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park following the services.

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 </figure>In Remembrance of Gordon Douglas Lacy, 84, who died comfortably at his home in Gering on Friday, May 31, 2024.Gordon was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on February 26, 1940 to Allen Clair and Ima Eleanor (Rich) Lacy. He was educated in Scotts Bluff County schools, graduated from Scottsbluff High School in 1958 and attended 2 years at Scottsbluff Junior College.He worked several years at US Supply Co. and married Leila Kay Keller in 1961 and had their son Tim in 1962. They later divorced in 1970.Gordon joined the team at Independent Plumbing &amp; Heating in 1985, where he worked until retirement as a Journeyman Plumber and Water well Service Tech.He married Cynthia Hyano in 1982 and had their son Douglas. They later divorced in 1986. In 2004, he married Karol Ann Blake.Gordon was preceded in death by his father Allen, mother Ima, brothers Robert and Harvey, sister Claudia and 3rd wife Karol.Survivors include his brother Gene and sons Timothy and Douglas.Memorial services will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:30 am at the Scottsbluff Seventh Day Adventist Church with Richard Teller officiating. Gordon will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park following the services.

Gordon Douglas Lacy (1940 - 2024)

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.at the Multipurpose Hall at the Box Butte County Fairgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Brent E. Curtis of Hemingford passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024 at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; He was 62 years of age.

He was born August 9, 1961 in Chadron, NE to Robert and Dolores (Price) Curtis. He was united in marriage to Tammy Hopper on December 20, 1979. Brent was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker and Kansas City Chiefs fan.

Brent is survived by his wife, Tammy, his daughters, Missy (Jeff) Gueulette of Lancaster, OH and Mary (Mike) Honstein of Hemingford, his grandchildren, Madison, Joey, Landen, Izabella, Ava, Kenna, Zane and Abby.&nbsp; He is also survived by all his “Papa” babies from his wife’s daycare group.&nbsp; In addition he is survived by his brothers, David (Barb) Curtis and family of Omaha, Allen Curtis and family of Cody, WY, G.B. Hopper and boys of OH, Hop and Cindy Hopper and Tyler of OH and Toni (Alex) Green and family of GA and his mother-in-law, Mary Hopper of OH and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Nathan Curtis, his father, Bob Curtis, his mother and her husband, Dolores and George Paist, his sister, Carolyn Curtis and his sister-in-law, Karen Hopper.

&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of the family to P.O. Box 142, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348 for a future designation.

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 </figure>A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.at the Multipurpose Hall at the Box Butte County Fairgrounds.&nbsp; &nbsp;Brent E. Curtis of Hemingford passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024 at Monument Health Hospital in Rapid City, SD.&nbsp; He was 62 years of age.He was born August 9, 1961 in Chadron, NE to Robert and Dolores (Price) Curtis. He was united in marriage to Tammy Hopper on December 20, 1979. Brent was an avid Nebraska Cornhusker and Kansas City Chiefs fan.Brent is survived by his wife, Tammy, his daughters, Missy (Jeff) Gueulette of Lancaster, OH and Mary (Mike) Honstein of Hemingford, his grandchildren, Madison, Joey, Landen, Izabella, Ava, Kenna, Zane and Abby.&nbsp; He is also survived by all his “Papa” babies from his wife’s daycare group.&nbsp; In addition he is survived by his brothers, David (Barb) Curtis and family of Omaha, Allen Curtis and family of Cody, WY, G.B. Hopper and boys of OH, Hop and Cindy Hopper and Tyler of OH and Toni (Alex) Green and family of GA and his mother-in-law, Mary Hopper of OH and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Nathan Curtis, his father, Bob Curtis, his mother and her husband, Dolores and George Paist, his sister, Carolyn Curtis and his sister-in-law, Karen Hopper.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of the family to P.O. Box 142, Hemingford, NE&nbsp; 69348 for a future designation.

Brent E. Curtis (1961 - 2024)

James Tom O’Rourke, 81, died unexpectedly&nbsp;in Chadron, NE, March 5, 2024.

A celebration of life will be held June 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., at the RUJODEN Ranch, 61 Country Club Road, 5 miles south of Chadron, Nebraska.

A memorial has been established for the completion and publishing of Jim’s “Sheep Wagon Builders” book. Donations can be sent to Homestead Bank, P.O. Box 1351, Chadron, NE 69337.

Jim was born to Joseph and Jean (Moeller) O’Rourke on November 16, 1942, in Alameda, California. From California the family moved to Fort Collins, Colorado where his father Joe finished his forestry degree and was employed as a District Ranger, U.S. Forest Service, residing at Stub Creek Ranger Station. At age nine, Jim and family moved to Bayfield, Colorado, residing there for four years. At the beginning of eight grade, the family moved to Buffalo, Wyoming where Jim graduated from high school in 1961. During the time in Buffalo, the family resided at Hunter Ranger Station from where Jim explored the Bighorn Mountains in depth, accompanying his father on his forest and range work, developing his interest and love of range work, and emulating his father’s work.

Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Forest and Range Management from Colorado State University and his Master’s Degree and PhD in Range Management from the University of Arizona.

Jim taught range science at Utah State University for 6 years.

Jim taught range science at Chadron State College for 15 years and helped establish the Range Management program at CSC which continues to have high numbers of range students. Even though he retired in 2002, he remained active in the range management program and always promoted the CSC range program worldwide.

Jim was a passionate champion of rangelands both domestic and international. During his 60-year membership with the Society for Range Management (SRM), he served in many positions including President. He was also President of the Nebraska Section SRM. He received SRM’s top honors including the Frederick G. Rennner Award, Fellow Award, Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher Award, and Range Management Service Award. He also received numerous awards from other professional organizations including the Leopold Conservation Award, Presidential Citation from the American Forage and Grassland Council, Distinguished Service Award, Chadron State College, International Professor of the Year, Utah State University and Conservation Education Award from the Upper Niobrara White Natural Resources District, Chadron, NE.

Jim’s international rangeland management consulting work was extensive. He spent over 8 years working in Africa, (2 years each in Morocco, Tanzania, and Nigeria). In addition, he worked in numerous countries within Africa for many organizations including but not all,

University of Minnesota, Near East Foundation, US Agency for International Development, Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations, United Nations Development Programme, World Bank, and the Peace Corps.

Jim was instrumental in organizing the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 which is a worldwide event that recognizes the importance of rangelands and sponsored by the United Nations (iyrp.info).

Jim served in the U. S. Army as an Education Specialist on the DMZ of Korea 1967-1969.

After the Army he married Nancy McCoy of Big Horn, Wyoming. Jim adopted Nancy’s two wonderful boys Charles and Keith. Their wonderful daughter, Valerie, was born in Arusha, Tanzania.

Jim met his second wife, Lora Hawkins of Ophir, Utah, and they lived in Kaduna, Nigeria for two years before moving to the RUJODEN Ranch south of Chadron, Nebraska. Jim and Lora’s twins, Seth and Shannon, were born in Chadron and were Jim’s pride and joy.

The ranch is named after his grandparents, Frank and Jerene O’Rourke’s children – Ruth, Joseph and Dennis. Jim implemented short duration – high intensity grazing management, planted 1,000’s of trees, and built lots of fence and water developments.

At the time of his death, Jim was working tirelessly on his new passion, writing a book on sheep wagon builders. Jim and Lora’s collection of 21 sheep wagons started in 1987. The book is near completion and the hope is to establish a museum that represents a sheep wagon made by each of the major builders.

Jim was also a Technical Service Provider consultant working with over 100 ranchers conducting rangeland assessments and livestock grazing management programs under the Natural Resources Conservation Services CSP program. Jim thoroughly enjoyed working with ranchers throughout the panhandle and sandhills.

His other passion was restoring the 1870 Lawrence Mercantile which sits in the historic mining town of Ophir, Utah.

Jim is survived by his wife Lora of 38 years; twins Shannon and Seth; daughter Valerie; son Keith and his wife Denia O’Rourke (daughters Kaelyn and Kiana) and son Charles and his wife Sonja O’Rourke (daughters Madison and Ariana and son Charles); brother Jack and his wife Mary O’Rourke (sons Mark and Michael) and sister Janice and her husband Jeff Cowger (son Matthew and daughter Carrie).

Jim was a compassionate husband, loving father, dedicated brother, and friend to so many. Jim lived his life to the fullest and touched many, many lives and will forever be remembered.

A celebration of life will be held at the RUJODEN Ranch, 5 miles south of Chadron, NE&nbsp; June 22. The specific date and time will be announced.

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 </figure><h2>James Tom O'Rourke</h2><h2>November 16, 1942 — March 5, 2024</h2>James Tom O’Rourke, 81, died unexpectedly&nbsp;in Chadron, NE, March 5, 2024.A celebration of life will be held June 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., at the RUJODEN Ranch, 61 Country Club Road, 5 miles south of Chadron, Nebraska.A memorial has been established for the completion and publishing of Jim’s “Sheep Wagon Builders” book. Donations can be sent to Homestead Bank, P.O. Box 1351, Chadron, NE 69337.Jim was born to Joseph and Jean (Moeller) O’Rourke on November 16, 1942, in Alameda, California. From California the family moved to Fort Collins, Colorado where his father Joe finished his forestry degree and was employed as a District Ranger, U.S. Forest Service, residing at Stub Creek Ranger Station. At age nine, Jim and family moved to Bayfield, Colorado, residing there for four years. At the beginning of eight grade, the family moved to Buffalo, Wyoming where Jim graduated from high school in 1961. During the time in Buffalo, the family resided at Hunter Ranger Station from where Jim explored the Bighorn Mountains in depth, accompanying his father on his forest and range work, developing his interest and love of range work, and emulating his father’s work.Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Forest and Range Management from Colorado State University and his Master’s Degree and PhD in Range Management from the University of Arizona.Jim taught range science at Utah State University for 6 years.Jim taught range science at Chadron State College for 15 years and helped establish the Range Management program at CSC which continues to have high numbers of range students. Even though he retired in 2002, he remained active in the range management program and always promoted the CSC range program worldwide.Jim was a passionate champion of rangelands both domestic and international. During his 60-year membership with the Society for Range Management (SRM), he served in many positions including President. He was also President of the Nebraska Section SRM. He received SRM’s top honors including the Frederick G. Rennner Award, Fellow Award, Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher Award, and Range Management Service Award. He also received numerous awards from other professional organizations including the Leopold Conservation Award, Presidential Citation from the American Forage and Grassland Council, Distinguished Service Award, Chadron State College, International Professor of the Year, Utah State University and Conservation Education Award from the Upper Niobrara White Natural Resources District, Chadron, NE.Jim’s international rangeland management consulting work was extensive. He spent over 8 years working in Africa, (2 years each in Morocco, Tanzania, and Nigeria). In addition, he worked in numerous countries within Africa for many organizations including but not all,University of Minnesota, Near East Foundation, US Agency for International Development, Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations, United Nations Development Programme, World Bank, and the Peace Corps.Jim was instrumental in organizing the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 which is a worldwide event that recognizes the importance of rangelands and sponsored by the United Nations (iyrp.info).Jim served in the U. S. Army as an Education Specialist on the DMZ of Korea 1967-1969.After the Army he married Nancy McCoy of Big Horn, Wyoming. Jim adopted Nancy’s two wonderful boys Charles and Keith. Their wonderful daughter, Valerie, was born in Arusha, Tanzania.Jim met his second wife, Lora Hawkins of Ophir, Utah, and they lived in Kaduna, Nigeria for two years before moving to the RUJODEN Ranch south of Chadron, Nebraska. Jim and Lora’s twins, Seth and Shannon, were born in Chadron and were Jim’s pride and joy.The ranch is named after his grandparents, Frank and Jerene O’Rourke’s children – Ruth, Joseph and Dennis. Jim implemented short duration – high intensity grazing management, planted 1,000’s of trees, and built lots of fence and water developments.At the time of his death, Jim was working tirelessly on his new passion, writing a book on sheep wagon builders. Jim and Lora’s collection of 21 sheep wagons started in 1987. The book is near completion and the hope is to establish a museum that represents a sheep wagon made by each of the major builders.Jim was also a Technical Service Provider consultant working with over 100 ranchers conducting rangeland assessments and livestock grazing management programs under the Natural Resources Conservation Services CSP program. Jim thoroughly enjoyed working with ranchers throughout the panhandle and sandhills.His other passion was restoring the 1870 Lawrence Mercantile which sits in the historic mining town of Ophir, Utah.Jim is survived by his wife Lora of 38 years; twins Shannon and Seth; daughter Valerie; son Keith and his wife Denia O’Rourke (daughters Kaelyn and Kiana) and son Charles and his wife Sonja O’Rourke (daughters Madison and Ariana and son Charles); brother Jack and his wife Mary O’Rourke (sons Mark and Michael) and sister Janice and her husband Jeff Cowger (son Matthew and daughter Carrie).Jim was a compassionate husband, loving father, dedicated brother, and friend to so many. Jim lived his life to the fullest and touched many, many lives and will forever be remembered.A celebration of life will be held at the RUJODEN Ranch, 5 miles south of Chadron, NE&nbsp; June 22. The specific date and time will be announced.

Celebration of Life Scheduled James Tom O’Rourke (1942 - 2024)

&nbsp; Bellamy Adam Camacho, 51, of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Bridgeport, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023. &nbsp;A liturgy service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at All Souls Catholic Church in Bridgeport with Fr. Timothy Stoner as celebrant. Inurnment will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery near Bridgeport. Cremation has taken place. The Mass will be live-streamed and recorded to Bellamy’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.

Bellamy was born April 21, 1972, in Bridgeport to Karin Tilley (Policky) and Mike Camacho. &nbsp;He was doted on from the start as the first Camacho grandson in the family. &nbsp;Bellamy attended Scottsbluff High School and shortly after headed to Denver. &nbsp;Bellamy was fascinated with aviation from an early age and once he landed in Colorado, he knew becoming a pilot was his path. &nbsp;He obtained his pilot’s license in Farmington, New Mexico and went to work flying and training in the field. &nbsp;

While in Denver he met the mother of his children, Jessica Lerner, and together they would welcome two beautiful daughters, Grace and Josie. Bellamy loved his girls beyond measure and was so proud to be their dad – it was in his mind, his greatest accomplishment.&nbsp;

Bellamy didn’t know a stranger and had a laugh and voice that would draw a person in. &nbsp;Always ready with a joke or a witty response, there wasn’t much that got past him. He loved history, music, flying and gadgets. &nbsp;Bellamy had an amazing memory and loved to reminiscence about his younger years with his brothers – many special memories held between the three of them. &nbsp;He loved family traditions and visiting with family even with the distance between. &nbsp;

Bellamy is survived by his daughters, Grace Camacho and Josie Camacho; his mother, Karin (Michael) Tilley; his father, Mike (Connie) Camacho; his brothers, Christopher (Katie) Camacho and Alexander Tilley; his grandmother, Luilla Thompson; his nieces, Julia Camacho and Samantha Camacho; his nephew, Quentin Camacho; and countless aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends that were a very special part of his life.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Policky; and grandparents, Joe “Pompo” and Corine Camacho.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Bellamy Adam Camacho, 51, of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Bridgeport, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023. &nbsp;A liturgy service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at All Souls Catholic Church in Bridgeport with Fr. Timothy Stoner as celebrant. Inurnment will follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery near Bridgeport. Cremation has taken place. The Mass will be live-streamed and recorded to Bellamy’s obituary page viewable at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reverencefuneralparlor.com/">www.reverencefuneralparlor.com</a>.Bellamy was born April 21, 1972, in Bridgeport to Karin Tilley (Policky) and Mike Camacho. &nbsp;He was doted on from the start as the first Camacho grandson in the family. &nbsp;Bellamy attended Scottsbluff High School and shortly after headed to Denver. &nbsp;Bellamy was fascinated with aviation from an early age and once he landed in Colorado, he knew becoming a pilot was his path. &nbsp;He obtained his pilot’s license in Farmington, New Mexico and went to work flying and training in the field. &nbsp;While in Denver he met the mother of his children, Jessica Lerner, and together they would welcome two beautiful daughters, Grace and Josie. Bellamy loved his girls beyond measure and was so proud to be their dad – it was in his mind, his greatest accomplishment.&nbsp;Bellamy didn’t know a stranger and had a laugh and voice that would draw a person in. &nbsp;Always ready with a joke or a witty response, there wasn’t much that got past him. He loved history, music, flying and gadgets. &nbsp;Bellamy had an amazing memory and loved to reminiscence about his younger years with his brothers – many special memories held between the three of them. &nbsp;He loved family traditions and visiting with family even with the distance between. &nbsp;Bellamy is survived by his daughters, Grace Camacho and Josie Camacho; his mother, Karin (Michael) Tilley; his father, Mike (Connie) Camacho; his brothers, Christopher (Katie) Camacho and Alexander Tilley; his grandmother, Luilla Thompson; his nieces, Julia Camacho and Samantha Camacho; his nephew, Quentin Camacho; and countless aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends that were a very special part of his life.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Policky; and grandparents, Joe “Pompo” and Corine Camacho.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bellamy Adam Camacho (1972 - 2023)

Patricia (Patti) Frances Cowher&nbsp;(72), of Lincoln, passed away on May 22, 2024 in her home.

Patti was born on December 13, 1951 to Richard A. and Agnes M. (Rezac) Stillmock in Omaha. After Patti graduated from Marion High School in 1970, she went on to study Interior Design and Fashion Merchandizing at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

She married Lonnie D. Cowher on May 17, 1974 at St. Bernard Church in Omaha. Patti and Lonnie had two daughters Jennifer S. and Chelsea D. Cowher.

Patti was an entrepreneur by heart.&nbsp; She and Lonnie owned Daylight Donuts for 17 years.&nbsp; She made draperies in her Cowher Window Creations business for 17 years, she helped Lonnie own and manage Cowher Properties for 37 years, and she did interior design work all over the United States with US Contract for 6 years.

Patti was always a very active member of her community—Alliance Museum Board, 4-H leader, member of Leadership Box Butte and Box Butte Development Board, member of the Gingham Gals, and member and former Nebraska state president of PEO. She was also passionate about sewing, which she made time to do every day.

Patti was predeceased by her parents and brother Richard A. Stillmock. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, one granddaughter Ashlyn R. Cowher, sisters Barbara J. Motsenbocker, Elizabeth A. (Garry) Morgan, Carmela J. (David) Johnson, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at St. Peters Catholic Church, 4500 Duxhall Drive on June 4, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. Lunch to be served afterwards.

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 </figure>Patricia (Patti) Frances Cowher&nbsp;(72), of Lincoln, passed away on May 22, 2024 in her home.Patti was born on December 13, 1951 to Richard A. and Agnes M. (Rezac) Stillmock in Omaha. After Patti graduated from Marion High School in 1970, she went on to study Interior Design and Fashion Merchandizing at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.She married Lonnie D. Cowher on May 17, 1974 at St. Bernard Church in Omaha. Patti and Lonnie had two daughters Jennifer S. and Chelsea D. Cowher.Patti was an entrepreneur by heart.&nbsp; She and Lonnie owned Daylight Donuts for 17 years.&nbsp; She made draperies in her Cowher Window Creations business for 17 years, she helped Lonnie own and manage Cowher Properties for 37 years, and she did interior design work all over the United States with US Contract for 6 years.Patti was always a very active member of her community—Alliance Museum Board, 4-H leader, member of Leadership Box Butte and Box Butte Development Board, member of the Gingham Gals, and member and former Nebraska state president of PEO. She was also passionate about sewing, which she made time to do every day.Patti was predeceased by her parents and brother Richard A. Stillmock. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, one granddaughter Ashlyn R. Cowher, sisters Barbara J. Motsenbocker, Elizabeth A. (Garry) Morgan, Carmela J. (David) Johnson, and numerous nieces and nephews.A memorial service will be held at St. Peters Catholic Church, 4500 Duxhall Drive on June 4, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. Lunch to be served afterwards.

Patricia (Patti) Frances Cowher (1951 - 2024)

Stephen E. Lauer, age 65, passed away at his home on November 21, 2023, following years of battling poor health, depression and pain.&nbsp;

A graveside memorial service will be held May 31, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance, Nebraska

He was born in Alliance, Nebraska on August 24, 1958, to Francis and Joyce Lauer.&nbsp;

Stephen left high school in 1976 (he would later obtain his G.E.D.), to join the United States Navy, to help provide for his mom and sisters. He served three years aboard the aircraft carrier USS Midway as a supply specialist.&nbsp; He was very proud of his military service and proud to be a veteran.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged from active duty July 1979 and returned to Alliance where he worked at Hempel’s Service Station, then several years for Service Master and later for Alliance Times-Herald.&nbsp;

When he could no longer work due to health issues, he passed his time working in his yard, tinkering in his garage, watching old war movies or reading books.&nbsp; He also enjoyed riding his bike around town, often with his dog, Shags, riding along in a basket.&nbsp;

Stephen was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.&nbsp; He is survived by his sisters, Natalie (Dale) Collins, Laura Simpson, Valerie (Joel) Frank, and Jennifer (Bob) Bragg; nieces and nephews, Matthew, Jacob and Devan Collins; Jessica Frank Heil and Joshua Frank; Zachary and Alex Simpson and Kristina Simpson Joplin; and Rachel Bragg.&nbsp; He was also very proud of his five great-nephews and four great-nieces.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Stephen E. Lauer, age 65, passed away at his home on November 21, 2023, following years of battling poor health, depression and pain.&nbsp;A graveside memorial service will be held May 31, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance, NebraskaHe was born in Alliance, Nebraska on August 24, 1958, to Francis and Joyce Lauer.&nbsp;Stephen left high school in 1976 (he would later obtain his G.E.D.), to join the United States Navy, to help provide for his mom and sisters. He served three years aboard the aircraft carrier USS Midway as a supply specialist.&nbsp; He was very proud of his military service and proud to be a veteran.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged from active duty July 1979 and returned to Alliance where he worked at Hempel’s Service Station, then several years for Service Master and later for Alliance Times-Herald.&nbsp;When he could no longer work due to health issues, he passed his time working in his yard, tinkering in his garage, watching old war movies or reading books.&nbsp; He also enjoyed riding his bike around town, often with his dog, Shags, riding along in a basket.&nbsp;Stephen was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.&nbsp; He is survived by his sisters, Natalie (Dale) Collins, Laura Simpson, Valerie (Joel) Frank, and Jennifer (Bob) Bragg; nieces and nephews, Matthew, Jacob and Devan Collins; Jessica Frank Heil and Joshua Frank; Zachary and Alex Simpson and Kristina Simpson Joplin; and Rachel Bragg.&nbsp; He was also very proud of his five great-nephews and four great-nieces.&nbsp;

Stephen E. Lauer (1958 - 2023)

Gary Stairs, Sr. passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home in Alliance with his family by his side.

He was born March 18, 1948 at Grand Island, NE to Robert Henry and Leta Jean (Strong) Stairs.&nbsp; He was raised in Cairo, NE. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served a tour of duty in Vietnam.

On September 17, 1971 he was united in marriage to Connie Monroe in Alliance.

He is survived by his children, Emma Stairs, Shannon (Rolando) Escamilla, Shurron (John) Fleming and Terry Monroe (Brandy Grossnickle) all of Alliance, Bruce (Mary Beth) Cavender of Pueblo, CO, his son-in-law, Donald Whattler of Las Animas, CO and his nephew, Jonathan (Jill) Baker of Alliance and his brother, Jim (Sheri) Stairs of Boise, ID.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren, Chris Escamilla (Erica Woodard), Matthew Escamilla, Donald Whattler, Jr., Makyla Whattler, Aiden Whitwer, Mathias Whitwer, Cameo Whitwer, Celeste Whitwer, Steven (Jerica) Parker, his great-grandchildren, Elijah Kol Escamilla and Elias Arraj and numerous other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Connie, his daughters, Cary Whattler, Carol Stairs, Angela Stairs, his sons, Gary Stairs, Jr., Kyle Stairs and Quinby Stairs, and grandchildren, Sophia Escamilla and David Whattler.

Funeral services will be Thursday, May 30 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be recited at 9:15 a.m. prior to the funeral.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate and burial will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-6 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Gary Stairs, Sr. passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home in Alliance with his family by his side.He was born March 18, 1948 at Grand Island, NE to Robert Henry and Leta Jean (Strong) Stairs.&nbsp; He was raised in Cairo, NE. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served a tour of duty in Vietnam.On September 17, 1971 he was united in marriage to Connie Monroe in Alliance.He is survived by his children, Emma Stairs, Shannon (Rolando) Escamilla, Shurron (John) Fleming and Terry Monroe (Brandy Grossnickle) all of Alliance, Bruce (Mary Beth) Cavender of Pueblo, CO, his son-in-law, Donald Whattler of Las Animas, CO and his nephew, Jonathan (Jill) Baker of Alliance and his brother, Jim (Sheri) Stairs of Boise, ID.&nbsp; He is also survived by his grandchildren, Chris Escamilla (Erica Woodard), Matthew Escamilla, Donald Whattler, Jr., Makyla Whattler, Aiden Whitwer, Mathias Whitwer, Cameo Whitwer, Celeste Whitwer, Steven (Jerica) Parker, his great-grandchildren, Elijah Kol Escamilla and Elias Arraj and numerous other relatives.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Connie, his daughters, Cary Whattler, Carol Stairs, Angela Stairs, his sons, Gary Stairs, Jr., Kyle Stairs and Quinby Stairs, and grandchildren, Sophia Escamilla and David Whattler.Funeral services will be Thursday, May 30 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be recited at 9:15 a.m. prior to the funeral.&nbsp; Father Matt Koperski will officiate and burial will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Wednesday from 1-6 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Funeral Home.

Gary Stairs, Sr.  (1948 - 2024)

Richard Gene Dobrinksi 56 of Broadwater who passed away May 21,2024

Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Christ in Bridgeport, May 28,2024 at 10:00am. Interment to follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 4-6 pm at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to Richard’s children. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com.

He was born May 10, 1968, in Bridgeport to Ivan F and Joyce (Schoolcraft) Dobrinski of Bridgeport. He graduated Bridgeport High School. On July 26, 1996, Richard married Holly F Catron and made their home in Broadwater. To their union brought 3 children, Anna (Lucas) Dobrinski, Grace (Rhett) Dobrinski, and Justin Dobrinski.

Richard loved being with his kids, nieces, nephews and family. Richard farmed/ranched his entire life but also did seasonal work for Western Sugar for a few years. He had a passion for his vehicles and “projects” and dearly loved is red Camaro.

He is survived by his wife Holly, daughters Anna (Lucas Jones), Grace (Rhett Dye) and soon to be grandson and son Justin, mother Joyce Dobrinski, sister Jennifer Dobrinski nephew William (Stacy) Nussbaum and kids of Plainville, KS , nieces Amanda Nussbaum and kids of Oshkosh, Lori (Matt) Bowland of Gering, Lisa Dobrinski of Broadwater; sister Jackie(Perry) Myers and niece Corina of Minatare.

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 </figure>Richard Gene Dobrinksi 56 of Broadwater who passed away May 21,2024Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Christ in Bridgeport, May 28,2024 at 10:00am. Interment to follow at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 4-6 pm at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made to Richard’s children. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.bridgeportmemorialchapel.com.He was born May 10, 1968, in Bridgeport to Ivan F and Joyce (Schoolcraft) Dobrinski of Bridgeport. He graduated Bridgeport High School. On July 26, 1996, Richard married Holly F Catron and made their home in Broadwater. To their union brought 3 children, Anna (Lucas) Dobrinski, Grace (Rhett) Dobrinski, and Justin Dobrinski.Richard loved being with his kids, nieces, nephews and family. Richard farmed/ranched his entire life but also did seasonal work for Western Sugar for a few years. He had a passion for his vehicles and “projects” and dearly loved is red Camaro.He is survived by his wife Holly, daughters Anna (Lucas Jones), Grace (Rhett Dye) and soon to be grandson and son Justin, mother Joyce Dobrinski, sister Jennifer Dobrinski nephew William (Stacy) Nussbaum and kids of Plainville, KS , nieces Amanda Nussbaum and kids of Oshkosh, Lori (Matt) Bowland of Gering, Lisa Dobrinski of Broadwater; sister Jackie(Perry) Myers and niece Corina of Minatare.

Richard Gene Dobrinksi (1968 - 2024)

Ivan Fred Dobrinski age 78 of Bridgeport Ne, passed away May 21, 2024 in Broadwater, Nebraska.

Ivan was born June 19.1945 in Bridgeport NE to Fred and Opal (Middleton) Dobrinski. As a kid he lived in Dalton and Bridgeport. Ivan did not finish High school, he went straight into the workforce, working for Bridgeport Northport irrigation district. On November 21, 1964 Ivan married Joyce Schoolcraft. In this union were born Jennifer, Jackie and Richard. He started at the sugar factory working during campaign and later he started working year around until the factory in Bayard, Ne closed. He was also a jack of all trades including electrical and several other jobs. Ivan was always willing to help anyone in need. lvan and Joyce took over the Broadwater cafe when Ivan's mother passed away. Ivan was a farmer all of his life. He enjoyed teaching all of his grandkids everything he knew. He would take the grandkids out farming with him. Later he helped with the Beerline canal. Ivan loved his family, he loved to pester his grandkids and his great grandkids.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Emil "Leroy" Dobrinski, Kenneth Dobrinski, sister Bonnie ("Sam") Arends and son Richard Dobrinski, parent's in law Jerry and Anna (Caywood) Schoolcraft, and brother's in law Jerry Schoolcraft, Mike Minich and Bob Wood.

He is survived by Wife Joyce (Schoolcraft) Dobrinski, Daughters Jennifer Dobrinski and Jackie (Perry) Meyers, Sister Donna (Raymond) Schwint. Brother's in-law John and Joe Schoolcraft. Sister's in-law Jill Wood, Pam Nims, Lynne Schoolcraft; Dorene Schoolcraft, Leona Dobrinski. He is survived by 8 Grandchildren and 7 one on the way Great Grandchildren and, Many cousins, nieces, nephews.

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 </figure>Ivan Fred Dobrinski age 78 of Bridgeport Ne, passed away May 21, 2024 in Broadwater, Nebraska.Ivan was born June 19.1945 in Bridgeport NE to Fred and Opal (Middleton) Dobrinski. As a kid he lived in Dalton and Bridgeport. Ivan did not finish High school, he went straight into the workforce, working for Bridgeport Northport irrigation district. On November 21, 1964 Ivan married Joyce Schoolcraft. In this union were born Jennifer, Jackie and Richard. He started at the sugar factory working during campaign and later he started working year around until the factory in Bayard, Ne closed. He was also a jack of all trades including electrical and several other jobs. Ivan was always willing to help anyone in need. lvan and Joyce took over the Broadwater cafe when Ivan's mother passed away. Ivan was a farmer all of his life. He enjoyed teaching all of his grandkids everything he knew. He would take the grandkids out farming with him. Later he helped with the Beerline canal. Ivan loved his family, he loved to pester his grandkids and his great grandkids.He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Emil "Leroy" Dobrinski, Kenneth Dobrinski, sister Bonnie ("Sam") Arends and son Richard Dobrinski, parent's in law Jerry and Anna (Caywood) Schoolcraft, and brother's in law Jerry Schoolcraft, Mike Minich and Bob Wood.He is survived by Wife Joyce (Schoolcraft) Dobrinski, Daughters Jennifer Dobrinski and Jackie (Perry) Meyers, Sister Donna (Raymond) Schwint. Brother's in-law John and Joe Schoolcraft. Sister's in-law Jill Wood, Pam Nims, Lynne Schoolcraft; Dorene Schoolcraft, Leona Dobrinski. He is survived by 8 Grandchildren and 7 one on the way Great Grandchildren and, Many cousins, nieces, nephews.

Ivan Fred Dobrinski (1945 - 2024)

InSun Colerick passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Highland Park Center with her husband by her side. &nbsp;She was 76 years of age.

She was born on April 10, 1948 in South Korea to Su Hyun Hwang and Chang Sup Chin. On February 24, 1970 she was united in marriage to Harold Neil Colerick of Alliance in Seoul, South Korea. &nbsp;After her husband’s military service was ended she returned with her husband to his home town in February of 1971.

InSun was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.

She is survived by her husband, Harold, her children, Penny (Steven) Habib of Rapid City, SD, InSun Colerick (Kendall Merk)&nbsp; of Boone, IA, Michael (Amy) Colerick of Sidney and Mark (Kayla) Colerick of Alliance, her grandchildren, Danielle Nichole (Spencer) Hudson, Steven Keith (Brenna) Habib, Benjamin Michael Colerick, Keegan Colerick, Derek Habib and InSun Colerick and her 2 great-grandchildren, River Hudson and Sydney Habib. She is also survived by her sisters, InSu Hwang and InHe Hwang of South Korea.

Her parents, 1 brother and a son-in-law preceded her death.

Memorial services will be Wednesday, May 29 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Sue Spencer officiating. &nbsp;Interment will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.

Memorials may be given in care of the family to 1407 Boise Avenue, Alliance, NE &nbsp;69301.

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 </figure>InSun Colerick passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Highland Park Center with her husband by her side. &nbsp;She was 76 years of age.She was born on April 10, 1948 in South Korea to Su Hyun Hwang and Chang Sup Chin. On February 24, 1970 she was united in marriage to Harold Neil Colerick of Alliance in Seoul, South Korea. &nbsp;After her husband’s military service was ended she returned with her husband to his home town in February of 1971.InSun was a member of the First Presbyterian Church.She is survived by her husband, Harold, her children, Penny (Steven) Habib of Rapid City, SD, InSun Colerick (Kendall Merk)&nbsp; of Boone, IA, Michael (Amy) Colerick of Sidney and Mark (Kayla) Colerick of Alliance, her grandchildren, Danielle Nichole (Spencer) Hudson, Steven Keith (Brenna) Habib, Benjamin Michael Colerick, Keegan Colerick, Derek Habib and InSun Colerick and her 2 great-grandchildren, River Hudson and Sydney Habib. She is also survived by her sisters, InSu Hwang and InHe Hwang of South Korea.Her parents, 1 brother and a son-in-law preceded her death.Memorial services will be Wednesday, May 29 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Sue Spencer officiating. &nbsp;Interment will be in the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery.Memorials may be given in care of the family to 1407 Boise Avenue, Alliance, NE &nbsp;69301.

InSun Colerick (1948 - 2024)

Wayne suffered an unexpected stroke on May 7th, passing away peacefully on May 11, 2024. His good neighbors called an ambulance for him, and he was taken to Pomona Valley Hospital in Pomona CA. The stroke was rare and severe; he did not regain consciousness.

After serving in the United States Army, Wayne moved to the Pomona area, living near his aunt and uncle, Yvonne (Rosenberger) and Jerry Debolt, and their four daughters. In California, Wayne began using his dad’s name Vincent/Vince, by which he was known among all his California acquaintances.

He worked in maintenance, beginning in the 1970’s, at the Alpha Beta Grocery Stores, later transferring to Albertson’s. But even more important to him was the California weather that allowed him to golf as often as he liked. After retirement, he often volunteered at the Arcadia Golf Course as a Volunteer Marshall, helping to check-in golfers and care for equipment.

Wayne was briefly married in the mid-’70’s; he had no children. His parents Gloria Osborn Rosenberger and Vincent (Rozy) Rosenberger preceded him death, in 2015 and 2016, respectively. He is survived by one sister, Rhondo Rosenberger Tinsley and her husband Dennis Tinsley, and their children and grandchildren. He has several cousins on the Rosenberger and Osborn sides of his family. The Debolt girls have long been his “California Sisters.”&nbsp;

Wayne left specific instructions for his family: &nbsp;“no funeral service, no casket and no flowers!” His cremated remains will be interred at the Hemingford Cemetery in the space arranged for him, next to his parents.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Wayne suffered an unexpected stroke on May 7th, passing away peacefully on May 11, 2024. His good neighbors called an ambulance for him, and he was taken to Pomona Valley Hospital in Pomona CA. The stroke was rare and severe; he did not regain consciousness.After serving in the United States Army, Wayne moved to the Pomona area, living near his aunt and uncle, Yvonne (Rosenberger) and Jerry Debolt, and their four daughters. In California, Wayne began using his dad’s name Vincent/Vince, by which he was known among all his California acquaintances.He worked in maintenance, beginning in the 1970’s, at the Alpha Beta Grocery Stores, later transferring to Albertson’s. But even more important to him was the California weather that allowed him to golf as often as he liked. After retirement, he often volunteered at the Arcadia Golf Course as a Volunteer Marshall, helping to check-in golfers and care for equipment.Wayne was briefly married in the mid-’70’s; he had no children. His parents Gloria Osborn Rosenberger and Vincent (Rozy) Rosenberger preceded him death, in 2015 and 2016, respectively. He is survived by one sister, Rhondo Rosenberger Tinsley and her husband Dennis Tinsley, and their children and grandchildren. He has several cousins on the Rosenberger and Osborn sides of his family. The Debolt girls have long been his “California Sisters.”&nbsp;Wayne left specific instructions for his family: &nbsp;“no funeral service, no casket and no flowers!” His cremated remains will be interred at the Hemingford Cemetery in the space arranged for him, next to his parents.&nbsp;

Wayne Rosenberger (1944 - 2024)

Russell Robert Kendle (known as Pete), passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE. He was born December 8, 1944 to Russell James (known as Buck) and Phyllis Ann (Taylor) Kendle. 

Though born in Lincoln, NE, he spent most of his growing up years in Kearney and North Platte, NE. There he learned to love hunting and fishing. Moving back to Lincoln, he completed high school and briefly attended UNL before being employed by the CB&amp;Q Railroad in the spring of 1964. His railroad career was interrupted by a military leave of absence when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1965. 

He trained as an aviation electrician in the Marine Air Wing and was deployed to Chu Lai, Vietnam in November 1967 for a year. While Pete was in the Marine Corps, he married Barbara Ann Stoughton in Lincoln, NE. They were blessed with two sons and a marriage of 56 plus years before his passing. After being released from active duty from the Marine Corps, Pete returned to the railroad and worked in Lincoln until being transferred to Alliance, NE in 1978. He retired from BNSF Railroad at Alliance, NE in 2000. 

While in Alliance, Pete enjoyed shooting trap with his sons. In 2018, he was selected to be on an Honor Flight to Washington, DC.

Pete is also survived by his wife, Barbara, his sons, Russell Charles Kendle and wife, Vickie of DeSoto, WI and Wade Russell Kendle and wife, Debra, of Lincoln, NE, his mother, Phyllis Cummins, of Lincoln, his sister, Karen (Ron) Goldenstein of Lincoln, his step brothers, Paul (Delora) Cummins of Lincoln, Bob (Kathy) Cummins of Lincoln, and Bill (Betty) Cummins of Lincoln. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, William Stoughton of Austin, TX, and sisters-in-law Donna (Terry) Flynn of Melbourne, Australia and Mary Wenzel of Lincoln, plus several nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren: Belle Kendle, Katrina Kendle, Benjamin Kendle and Wyatt Kendle of Lincoln, and Jade Kendle of Alliance.

A memorial service will be held on June 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Alliance, NE. Memorials may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church or the Veterans State Cemetery at Alliance Foundation.

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 </figure>Russell Robert Kendle (known as Pete), passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance, NE. He was born December 8, 1944 to Russell James (known as Buck) and Phyllis Ann (Taylor) Kendle. Though born in Lincoln, NE, he spent most of his growing up years in Kearney and North Platte, NE. There he learned to love hunting and fishing. Moving back to Lincoln, he completed high school and briefly attended UNL before being employed by the CB&amp;Q Railroad in the spring of 1964. His railroad career was interrupted by a military leave of absence when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1965. He trained as an aviation electrician in the Marine Air Wing and was deployed to Chu Lai, Vietnam in November 1967 for a year. While Pete was in the Marine Corps, he married Barbara Ann Stoughton in Lincoln, NE. They were blessed with two sons and a marriage of 56 plus years before his passing. After being released from active duty from the Marine Corps, Pete returned to the railroad and worked in Lincoln until being transferred to Alliance, NE in 1978. He retired from BNSF Railroad at Alliance, NE in 2000. While in Alliance, Pete enjoyed shooting trap with his sons. In 2018, he was selected to be on an Honor Flight to Washington, DC.Pete is also survived by his wife, Barbara, his sons, Russell Charles Kendle and wife, Vickie of DeSoto, WI and Wade Russell Kendle and wife, Debra, of Lincoln, NE, his mother, Phyllis Cummins, of Lincoln, his sister, Karen (Ron) Goldenstein of Lincoln, his step brothers, Paul (Delora) Cummins of Lincoln, Bob (Kathy) Cummins of Lincoln, and Bill (Betty) Cummins of Lincoln. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, William Stoughton of Austin, TX, and sisters-in-law Donna (Terry) Flynn of Melbourne, Australia and Mary Wenzel of Lincoln, plus several nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren: Belle Kendle, Katrina Kendle, Benjamin Kendle and Wyatt Kendle of Lincoln, and Jade Kendle of Alliance.A memorial service will be held on June 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Alliance, NE. Memorials may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church or the Veterans State Cemetery at Alliance Foundation.

Russell 'Pete' Robert Kendle (1944 - 2024)

Memorial Services for Angie Sue Johnson O’Bryan will be at 10:00, May 29th at the Crawford Community Building with burial following at the Marsland Cemetery. Lunch will follow back at the Community Building.

Angie was born on May 7, 1980 in Chadron, Nebraska to Webb And Dianne (Steffe)Johnson. She went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2024.

Angie was a bright, loving caring person. She had a contagious laugh, big smile, and big heart. She loved her family and friends but most of all her daughters calling them” her munchkins”. She will be remembered as a true fan of the Dallas cowboys and John Wayne. She also loved animals especially dogs and her horse Cinnamon.

Angie was raised on the family ranch in rural Dawes County. She spent many years growing up riding horses, playing in the canyons, and loving life. As she grew, she came into her own. She was educated in a two-room school at Belmont and was the valedictorian of her Crawford High Class of 1998. She was a letterman in volleyball and basketball, earned many academic and sports awards, and was Dawes County 4-H Queen. Angie graduated from Chadron State College with a Bachelor’s in Business and Accounting. She worked in various businesses in Chadron over the years, mostly at Chamberlain Chapel, where she helped many families with compassion and love.

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 </figure>Memorial Services for Angie Sue Johnson O’Bryan will be at 10:00, May 29th at the Crawford Community Building with burial following at the Marsland Cemetery. Lunch will follow back at the Community Building.Angie was born on May 7, 1980 in Chadron, Nebraska to Webb And Dianne (Steffe)Johnson. She went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2024.Angie was a bright, loving caring person. She had a contagious laugh, big smile, and big heart. She loved her family and friends but most of all her daughters calling them” her munchkins”. She will be remembered as a true fan of the Dallas cowboys and John Wayne. She also loved animals especially dogs and her horse Cinnamon.Angie was raised on the family ranch in rural Dawes County. She spent many years growing up riding horses, playing in the canyons, and loving life. As she grew, she came into her own. She was educated in a two-room school at Belmont and was the valedictorian of her Crawford High Class of 1998. She was a letterman in volleyball and basketball, earned many academic and sports awards, and was Dawes County 4-H Queen. Angie graduated from Chadron State College with a Bachelor’s in Business and Accounting. She worked in various businesses in Chadron over the years, mostly at Chamberlain Chapel, where she helped many families with compassion and love.Angie married Mike O’Bryan in 2009, and they had three beautiful daughters: Lillian Sue, Averie Dianne, and Ellie Mae Ruth.Angie was a friend to many and would brighten your day with her big personality.She was preceded in death by sister Myriah and Grandmother Shirley Steffe.Angie is survived by her Parents Webb and Dianne of Crawford, Daughters Lilli, Averie and Ellie, Sisters Haley(Art )Anders of Crawford, Kelsey(Tehl) Kesler of Blair, Grandparents Myrna and Arnold Johnson of Crawford, Dirl Steffe of Hot Springs, Friend Gary Landreth, and Ex husband Mike O’Bryan, plus numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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