Whitey Shirley
Lolen “Whitey” Clare Shirley, 88 of Grant, NE passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant, NE.
A memorial has been established in his memory. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the service will also be streamed live for those unable to attend.
Services will be held on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Grant United Methodist Church with Pastor Tammy Aubushon officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Grant Fairview Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Sunday, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.
Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.
Steve Smith
Steve Smith, a longtime Imperial resident, passed away Friday evening, May 5, 2017 at the Imperil Manor Nursing Home. He was 65 years of age.
Survivors include:
Wife, Peggy Smith of Imperial
Son, Jarod Smith and wife, Lisa of Lincoln
Daughter, Jamie Jussel and husband, Chris of Imperial
Daughter, Holly Lempke and husband, Jeff of Imperial
Mother, Rosie Molzahn of Imperial
Step-mother, Joy Smith of Imperial
Brother, Mike Smith and wife, Annie of Imperial
Sister, Teri Spady and husband, Lennie of Imperial
Brother, Dick Smith and wife, Susie of Omaha
Step-brother, Mike Molzahn and wife, Diana of Trenton
Father and mother-in-law, Charles and Marilyn Anderson of Imperial
Sister-in-law, Betty Lee and husband, Ed of Imperial
Brother-in-law, Ron Anderson of Imperial
Funeral Services for Steve Smith will be 10:30 A.M. (MT), Wednesday morning, May 10, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Imperial with Pastor Dirk Weiss and Mr. Kent Swink officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Imperial.
Visitation will be Tuesday afternoon, May 9, 2017 from 2:00-6:00 P.M. (MT) at the funeral home in Imperial.
In Lieu of Flowers, a memorial has been established to the Imperial Area Youth Baseball Program.
Online condolences can be left at liewerfuneralhome.com
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Mary Jo From
NAME: MARY JO FROM AGE: 80
OF: LODGEPOLE
PASSED AWAY: MONDAY, MAY 8TH
MASS SERVICES FOR: MARY JO FROM
WILL BE HELD AT: 10:30 A.M., SATURDAY, MAY 9TH IN THE ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH IN CHAPPELL WITH FATHER MATTHEW KOPERSKI OFFICIATING. THERE WILL BE NO ROSARY SERVICES.
BURIAL WILL FOLLOW: IN THE PLEASANT VIEW CEMETERY NORTH OF LODGEPOLE
FRIENDS MAY STOP AT: THE GEHRIG-STITT CHAPEL ON FRIDAY FROM 1-7:00 P.M. WITH FAMILY PRESENT FROM 4-6.
A MEMORIAL: IS BEING ESTABLISHED
A COMPLETE OBITUARY: WILL AIR WHEN AVAILBLE
GEHRIG-STITT CHAPEL & CREMATION SERVICE IS IN CHARGE OF MARY JO’S CARE AND FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
Nancy Cummings
NANCY LOU CUMMING, 69 of Grant, NE, passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 at Bryan Medical Center West in Lincoln.
Nancy was born August 10, 1947 at Ogallala, Nebraska to Elmar and Helen (Bacon) Hart. She graduated from Ogallala High School with the class of 1965.
In 1967, Nancy married Lynn Shelburne at Ogallala. The couple made their home in Ogallala for many years. Their union was blessed with 2 children, Ryan and Tandy. Nancy left Ogallala in the mid 1990's, and eventually married Dave Cumming in November of 1998. The couple made their home in Council Bluffs, IA. Nancy moved to Grant in 2008 to be closer to family, following Dave's death.
Nancy was a member of the Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Grant.
The foundations of Nancy's life were faith, family and her great love of animals. For many years, Nancy ran the Happy Hounds 4-H Club in Ogallala. She had a very nurturing soul, and committed herself to the health and welfare of her children. When her kids left the house, Nancy channeled that love into taking care of animals, particularly her boston terrier, Harley.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Lynn and Dave; a granddaughter, Rylee Shelburne; along with many of her beloved dogs.
Survivors include her son, Ryan Shelburne of Lincoln; daughter, Tandy (Robert) Overstreet of Grant; 5 grandchildren, Justine and Madison Shelburne, Allisa, Dillon, and Damien Overstreet; her beloved boston terrier, Harley; along with many other relatives and friends.
A memorial has been established in her memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com where the service will be streamed live for those unable to attend.
Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church with Father Thomas Bush as Celebrant. Interment of cremains will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery at Grant.
Rosary will be recited on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Grant.
Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.
Janet Wagner
JANET A. WAGNER, 68 of Lake McConaughy, NE passed away Sunday, May 7, 2017 at her home at Lake McConaughy. Jan was born November 6, 1948 in Denver, Colorado to John Charles and Ann Bertha (Whyte) Wagner. She graduated from Cherry Creek High School in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Following her education, Jan worked various jobs in and around the Denver area before becoming the first known female automotive service writer in Denver, which was something she was quite proud of. In the late 1990's, Jan moved to Nebraska and eventually started an Aqua Turf underground sprinkler business, operating primarily from her Lake McConaughy home. Jan was ambitious and resourceful, which were traits that she picked up from her father. Jan was not easily intimidated by a challenge and loved to learn new skills, which was the impetus behind her underground sprinkler venture. In younger years, Jan enjoyed golfing and playing softball. She was also a lifelong lover of dogs. Jan spent nearly 20 years in the Lewellen/Lake MacConaughy area, and cherished the friendships that she made over that time. Jan was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her 6 brothers, Gary Wagner of Arlington, VA, Don (Bev) Wagner of Franktown, CO, Kurt (Penny) Wagner of Buffalo, WY, Mark (Cassy) Wagner of Torrington, WY, Rick Wagner of Parker, CO, Greg Wagner of Castle Rock, CO; sister, Kim Canatsey of Colorado Springs, CO; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial has been established in her memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com. A gathering and time of fellowship in Jan's memory will be held on Friday, May 12, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Marina Landing located at 5051 Albees, Lewellen, Nebraska. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is assisting the Wagner family.
Luiz Quezada
Luiz Alberto Quezada was born to Jamie and Mary (Murillo) Quezada on December 19, 1989 in Imperial, Nebraska. He attended school in Chase County and later went on the graduate from Chadron High School in Chadron, Nebraska.
After graduation, Luiz returned to southwest Nebraska where he worked at Valley Pro Irrigation. In addition to his work schedule, he was also a member of the Grant Volunteer Fire Department in 2015. He enjoyed going to the lake, spending time with his Baby Girl and being with family and friends.
Luiz passed away on May 8, 2017. He was 27 years of age.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ramon and Manuela Quezada and uncles, Ramon and Rafel Quezada.
Survivors include:
Daughter, Jazmine Penolope Quezada
Parents, Jamie and Mary Quezada
Brothers, Antonio Quezada and Jamie Quezada Jr.
Grandparents, Gregorio and Socorro Murillo
Uncles: Javier Quezada, Gregorio Murillo and Ray Murillo
Aunts: Jessie Murillo, Irma Murillo, Angie Murillo, Veronica Murillo, Maria Murillo, Peggy Murillo, Gladys, Quezada, and Maria Elena Quezada
Numerous cousins
Visitation will be Thursday afternoon, May 11, 2017 from 2:00-6:00 P.M. (MT) at the funeral home in Imperial.
A rosary will be recited on Thursday evening, May 11, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. (MT) at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Imperial with Father Bernard Lorenz leading.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. (MT), Friday morning, May 12, 2017 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Imperial with Father Bernard Lorenz officiating.
Cremation will follow services; a private family inurnment will take place at a later date.
A memorial has been established in Luiz’ Memory.
Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com
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Sandra Deaver
SANDRA K. DEAVER, 74 of Grant, NE, passed away Friday, May 12, 2017 at Perkins County Hospital in Grant, NE.
A memorial has been established in her memory. Condolences can be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the service will be steamed live for those unable to attend.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 10:30am at Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Grant, NE with Father Thomas Bush as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the Grant Fairview Cemetery.
Visitation will be Monday, May 15, 2017 from 1pm to 5pm at Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant, NE. A rosary will be recited on Monday at 7:30pm at Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church.
Bullock-Long Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
James Stevens
JAMES M. STEVENS, of Paxton, NE, passed away Friday, May 12, 2017 at his home in Paxton. Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 19, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the New Hope Church in Ogallala with Pastor Eric Wait officiating. Interment of cremains with military honors will be at 1:00 p.m. at the Paxton Cemetery. Memorial book signing will be on Thursday from 1-5 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Poland Mission Fund or to the Paxton Volunteer Fire Department in Jim's memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will also be streamed live for those unable to attend. Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.
William Biel
William "Bill" Biel, 72, of York, Nebr., formerly of Ogallala, Nebr. and Colby, Kan., died Saturday, May 20, in Bryan Medical Center East in Lincoln. Survivors include his children: Lynnette (Mark) Stedry of Ballston Spa, New York and son John (Carol) Biel of York, Nebr.; one brother Robert Biel of Ogallala; and three grandchildren: Emily Biel of York; and Christopher and Brandon Stedry of Ballston Spa, New York. Visitation will be Thursday, May 25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Draucker Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Friday, May 26, at 10:30 a.m. in Draucker Funeral Chapel. Rev. Mike Niedow of the York Emmanuel Lutheran Church will officiate. Online condolences may be sent to drauckerfuneralhome.com, from which the service will be streamed live, for those unable to attend. Interment is in the Ogallala Cemetery. Memorials have been established to Wessels Living History Farm, 5520 So. Lincoln Ave., York, NE, 68467; SYA Antique Tractor Club, 829 No. York Ave., York, NE 68467; and Lutheran Hour Ministries, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive, St. Louis, MO., 63141. Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala is entrusted with the arrangements.
Sidney Spencer
SIDNEY "SID" L. SPENCER, 89 of Ogallala, passed away Monday, May 8, 2017 at the Ogallala Community Hospital.
Sidney was born February 9, 1928 at Hyannis, Nebraska to the Burton Spencer family. Difficult life circumstances led to Sidney being raised by an aunt in Alliance, where he attended school.
On September 24, 1948, Sidney married Harriet Creason at Broadwater, Nebraska. The couple made their home in the Broadwater and Bridgeport areas where they both worked at Rush Creek Land and Livestock. Their union was blessed with 4 children, Wendell, Art, Colleen & Mickey. In the late 1950's, Sid and his family moved to Hyannis, where he worked in ranching. In many ways, the ranching lifestyle was imprinted on Sid's life, defining the type of man he was. He was an archetypal rancher, hard-working, tough and wily. His years of experience allowed for him to make meaningful contributions to the ranches he worked on, most notably the Henderson Ranch. Despite his expertise, Sid had a way of wearing humility like a favorite old hat, which was quite endearing. As a result, Sid earned the respect and friendship of much of the ranching community of the area.
At the age of 62, Sid transitioned from full-time ranching to open a tack shop in Hyannis. It wasn't long before his work rebuilding saddles and bridles earned him a healthy following. Sid would fully retire about 10 years later. In later years, Sid and Harriet resided in Sutherland. Following his wife's passing in 2013, Sid moved to Ogallala.
In addition to his wife, Sid was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Wendell Spencer.
Survivors include his 2 sons, Mickey Spencer and his fiance Anita Wagner, and Art Spencer, all of Hyannis; daughter, Colleen (Rick) Cerny of Gordon; 12 grandchildren; many great- and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Bernard (Francis) Spencer of Hyannis; along with many other relatives and friends.
A memorial has been established in his memory. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com.
Memorial services will be Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 2pm at the Winter Building in Hyannis, NE.
Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.
Alvina Breese
Alvina Breese, a longtime resident of Wauneta, passed away Monday morning, May 22, 2017 at the Sunrise Heights Nursing Home in Wauneta. She was 79 years of age.
Survivors include:
Husband, Dallis Breese of Wauneta
Son, Jerry Spencer and wife, Marilyn of Chapman, Kansas
Daughter, Brenda Broughton and husband, Roland of Sunol, Nebraska
7 grandchildren & 11 Great-grandchildren
Brother-in-law, Mark Weston of Indianola, Nebraska
Graveside services will be 10:30 A.M. (MT), Friday, May 26, 2017 at Riverside Cemetery in Wauneta with Pastor Gary Hunt officiating. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home in Wauneta at 10:00 A.M. (MT) to process to the cemetery on the River Road.
Visitation will be Thursday afternoon, May 25, 2017 from 2:00-6:00 P.M. (MT) at the funeral home in Wauneta.
A Memorial has been established in Alvina’s Memory.
Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com
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LaMoin Meyer
LaMoin Meyer, 88, lifetime Perkins County farmer, died May 28, 2017, in his home. Survivors include his children: Ryal Meyer of Brule; Rendale (wife Shaun) Meyer of Big Springs; Carlene (Kevin) Smith of Anaheim, Cal.; and Denise (Quentin) Farley of Lincoln; fourteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Friends may sign the register book and pay their respects on Friday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Draucker Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Saturday, June 3, at 10 a.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church, southwest of Ogallala, with the Rev. Wayne Pick officiating. Online condolences may be sent to drauckerfuneralhome.com, from which the funeral service will be live streamed, for those unable to attend. A memorial has been established in his memory. Interment is in the Brule Cemetery with military honors. Draucker Funeral Home of Ogallala is entrusted with the arrangements.
Sharyn Saner
Sharyn Leigh Saner, 76, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away May 28, 2017 at North Platte Care Center. Sharyn was born August 19, 1940, of Sadie (Miller) and John Hilderbrand in Ogallala, Nebraska.
Sharyn grew up in Ogallala and after graduation in 1958, she moved to North Platte where she worked at Northern Bell as a telephone operator. In the early 80s she attended Mid Plains Community College where she was certified as a Dietary Manager. Sharyn had Cub Scout Dens, where she built elaborate cardboard castles, a Brownie Troop for 4 years, the P & S 4-H Club for 3 years. She Loves her Lord and Savior with all her heart, and taught Sunday school for over 20 years, also helping with adult classes for over 10 years in church, and Bible studies later in the nursing home. Sharyn served as a Reading aide for 2nd and 3rd graders from Lincoln, Cody, and Jefferson schools of North Platte. When her children were old enough, she began working as a cook in Broken Bow's nursing home, later cooking and/or managing in North Platte Linden Manor, and Seward, NE. Upon returning to North Platte she worked at Linda's Deli and Dunkin Donuts.
She married Paul Saner in Ogallala in 1960, and to this union raised 5 children. Stephen Rhonda) Harvey of Des Moines, Iowa , Daniel (Deanna) Saner of Kearney, Nebraska, James (Lynn) Saner of North Platte, Nebraska, Deborah (Robert) Jochum of Sutherland, Nebraska, and Mark (Janna) Saner of North Platte. She has had 19 grandchildren, and 21 great grandchildren.
She is survived by her siblings Loraine (Robert) Sherich of Yuma, Arizona, Charles (Roberta) Hilderbrand of Ogallala, Cactus Jack (Verna) Hilderbrand of Yuma, Arizona, Peggy (Robert) Mathes of Bradley, California, numerous nephews and nieces, grandchildren, aunts and uncles, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents Sadie and John Hilderbrand, a step-mother Johanna Anderson Hilderbrand and Jo's parents Anna and Fred Muller, an infant grandson, Nathan Saner, an infant son of Sharyn and Paul, her 2nd son Daniel Saner, a brother in-law Donald Antone Christensen, and a sister, Susan Lipsit of Bradley, California.
Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. A memorial has been established in her memory. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 2, 2017 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6 to 8p.m. Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Cremation will follow services and an inurnment will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at the North Platte Cemetery. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.
Jon Barger
JON E. BARGER, 62 of Paxton, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Tru Hospice of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO.
A memorial has been established in his memory. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live. The service can also be viewed live at methodistchurchogallala.com.
Services will be Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 10:30am at First United Methodist Church of Ogallala with Rev. Chuck Rager officiating. Burial will be in the Paxton Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, June 2, 2017 from 1pm to 7pm at Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala.
Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Robert McEntee
ROBERT MCENTEE, 42 of Ogallala, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at the North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO.
A memorial has been established in his memory. Condolences can be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the service will be streamed live for those unable to attend.
Memorial services will be Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 4pm at the Grant Evangelical Free Church with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Memorial Book Signing will be Friday, June 2, 2017 from 1pm to 7pm at Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala, NE.
Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Betty Pruitt
BETTY PRUITT, 71 of Grant, formerly of Ogallala, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Great Plains Health in North Platte.
Betty was born December 13, 1945 at Covington, Kentucky. At a young age, Betty was placed into the care of foster parents that lived north of Grant, Nebraska.
Betty moved frequently throughout adulthood, before returning to the area in the late 1990's when she moved to Ogallala. Betty worked in house cleaning and as a barmaid for many years. Most recently, Betty had made her home at the Golden Ours Convalescent Home in Grant.
Betty enjoyed playing games on the computer, playing BINGO, crocheting and coloring books. In younger years, she had been active in RSVP.
Betty was preceded in death by her sister, JJ Treankler.
Survivors include her companion, Ronald Rowley of Sutherland; friend and caregiver, Deb Horn of Ogallala; along with her Golden Ours family in Grant.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at the Ogallala Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.
Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.
Esther Lytle
Esther Lytle, longtime resident of the Wauneta area, passed away Wednesday afternoon, May 31, 2017, at the Sunrise Heights Nursing Home in Wauneta. Esther was 94 years of age.
Survivors Include:
Son: Arnold Lytle and wife, Janet, of Maricopa, AZ.
Son: Terry and wife, Chris, of Wauneta, NE
Daughter-In-Law: Josie Lytle of Palisade, NE
11 Grandchildren
24 Great-Grandchildren
1 Great-Great-Granddaughter
Sister: Marjorie Wheeler and Husband, Wesley, of Wauneta, NE
Brother: Lee Morse and wife, Myrth, of North Platte, NE
Funeral Services for Esther Lyle will be held Monday morning, June 5th, 2017, 11:00 A.M. (CENTRAL TIME) at the Hamlet Union Church, Hamlet, Nebraska with pastor Josh Clark officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Chase Cemetery, Imperial, NE at a later date.
Visitation will be held Sunday afternoon, June 4th, 2017, 2:00-6:00 P.M. (MOUNTAIN TIME) at the Funeral Home in Wauneta.
A memorial has been established in Esther’s memory.
Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com
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Edie Sandman
Longtime resident of Wauneta Edie Sandman passed away early Wednesday morning, May 31st, 2017, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Edie was 96 years of age.
Survivors Include:
Son: Nik Sandman and wife, Colleen, of Lincoln, NE
Daughter: Cindy West of Lincoln, NE
Son: Kirk Sandman and Wife, Cindy, of Wauneta, NE
Daughter: Melody Kenney and Husband, Mike, of Lincoln, NE
10 Grandchildren
13 Great Grandchildren
Sister: Charlotte Odom of Picayune, MS
Funeral Services will be held Saturday morning, June 3rd, 2017, 10:30 A.M. (CENTRAL TIME) at the Hamlet Union Church of Hamlet, with Edie’s Son-In-Law: Mike Kenney officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Wauneta.
Visitation will be held Friday afternoon, June 2, 2017, 2:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. (MOUNTAIN TIME) at the Funeral Home in Wauneta.
A memorial has been established in Edie’s memory.
On line condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome. com
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Bill Jaeger
Bill Jaeger, longtime resident and Sheriff of Chase County passed away Sunday morning, May 28th, 2017, at the Chase County Community Hospital. Bill was 78 years of age.
Survivors Include:
Wife: Janice of Imperial, NE
Son: Destry and wife, Kim, of Lincoln, NE
Daughter: Crystal Peterson and Husband, Bruce, of Enders, NE
6 Grandchildren
Sisters: Patty Thompson of Imperial, Ne
Delores Befort of Mead, CO.
Joyce Roesener (Reas-ner) , Imperial, NE
Marla Schilke and Husband, Darty, Imperial, NE
Graveside Inurnment Services for Bill Jaeger will be held Friday morning June 16th, 2017, 11:00 A.M. at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial, with Kent Swink officiating.
A memorial in Bill’s Memory has been established to the Imperial Baseball Program.
Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com
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