OBITUARIES

Dec 6, 2025

Dec 3, 2025

Joyce Marie Nielsen, age 78, of Gordon Nebraska, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 3, 2025. She passed away unexpectantly with her husband, Gary Nielsen, at her side in her home.

Joyce was born on July 17, 1947, in Gordon, Nebraska to Henry and Gladys Beardt. She grew up on their family farm west of Martin,...

Dec 2, 2025

Carolyn Louise Hu passed away peacefully December 1st, in Chadron, Nebraska. Carolyn was born September 3, 1939, in Stanton County, Nebraska, to Clarence and Frieda (nee Brundick) Cornett. Her brother Ron joined shortly after. A few years later, the family moved to Long Beach, California, where her dad worked in the shipyards. Her siblings, Nadene and Wayne, were born during...

Nov 24, 2025

Anna Lorene Reeves was born to Eldred Sr. and Ehrma Reeves on April 15, 1927 in a sod house northwest of Gordon, Nebraska. Anna grew up there with her sister Norma and her brother Eldred. Anna attended grade school at White Lodge School District #86 and later graduated from Gordon High School in 1944.

Anna married Kenneth Allison on April 18,...

Nov 22, 2025

June L. Schott was born on April 28, 1930 in Bozeman MT. to John & Pearl Schleinger, she was the middle child of 5. When she was 5 years old, she was adopted by Harold and Margarette Berry, brought her back to Chadron and was raised just south of Chadron. June was 13 when Jerry was adopted and raised by...

Nov 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son, Brett Matthew, who left us on November 20, 2025, at the age of 39. Born on September 28, 1986, in Chadron, NE. Brett, or better known as Mr. B, was a bright soul who brought immense joy to everyone he met. Brett’s presence was always full of warmth and...

Nov 14, 2025

Doris Ann DeHaven Scott was born December 4th, 1930, to Harley and Blanche Sandoz DeHaven. Her life on the Sandhills ranch started in a dresser drawer by the stove as a preemie. A strong will developed from there to a quiet, inquisitive person who never stopped learning.

School started at Cotton Ridge where her love of learning blossomed, completing the home...

Nov 14, 2025

In loving memory of Carl Baehler

August 13, 1951-November 14, 2024

Carl Baehler, beloved father, husband and friend passed away November 14th, 2025 at the age of 74.

Born to Al and Marjorie Baehler in Rapid City, South Dakota, Carl was the oldest of 3 sons. He started his meat career at the age of 19 in Rapid City. He then relocated to...

Nov 6, 2025

Mary Mel Vetter, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Chadron, Nebraska, on November 6, 2025, at the age of 67, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born to Herbert and Melba (Swallow) Vetter in Chadron, Nebraska, Mary was the third of six children. Her early years were spent on a farm in Minatare, where she developed...

Nov 3, 2025

Edward Raymond "Ray" Zlomke, 93, of Gordon, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025 in Gordon. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Ray will be remembered for his gentle spirit, generous heart, and sense of humor. Though he liked to joke about being "bullheaded", he was a man of deep faith, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion...

Oct 29, 2025

Obituary for Marlys Marie (Nystrom) Peterson

Marlys Marie Nystrom Peterson was born on June 24, 1937, in Litchfield, Minnesota, to Anna Salmena (Larson) and Boyd Morris Edward Nystrom. She grew up with her younger sister, Shirley, and later, two brothers—Bruce and Calvin—and a stepbrother, Lou “Butch” Mattsfield.

Marlys’ early years were marked by both joy and sorrow. When she was just eight...

Oct 28, 2025

Virginia Lee (Jensen) Johnson was born to Einer Thorval Jensen and Delores M. (Heiting) Jensen on March 4th, 1929. She quietly passed away in her sleep on October 28, 2025 at the age of 96.

Virginia grew up south of Hay Springs in the Mirage Flats area with her 3 younger siblings, Anna Marie (Rinky), Larry, and Dean. She was baptized,...

Oct 27, 2025

Dr. Clark E. Gardener

March 29, 1943 – October 27, 2025

Dr. Clark E. Gardener, 82, of Chadron, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025.

Born March 29, 1943, in Shelby, Montana, to Velma and Harry Gardener Jr., Clark spent his early years between the family farm in Whitlash, Montana and the home in Shelby. A 1961 graduate of Shelby High School,...

Oct 25, 2025

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Oct 24, 2025

John Larabee Obituary

John Eddie Larabee was born June 12, 1942, in Ainsworth, NE to Rhea (Estes) Brill and Harley Larabee.

John went to Green Valley country school and Martin grade school. He went to high school at the Curtis, Ne Ag school. He Graduated from Bennett County High School in 1961.

John served in the MAC-V 864th Engineering Battalion from 1961-1963 and...

Oct 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gerald D McCoy December 20, 1932 – October 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gerald Duane McCoy, our beloved dad, grandpa, uncle, and fisherman, who departed this world on October 14, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the middle child of five children born to Marion K and...

Oct 13, 2025

William Bruce Corbin was a lifetime resident of Crawford. He was born on January 16, 1935 to Luther Clayton (Red) and Catherine Jones (Corbin) Leetch. Bruce was the first born of four to this union. He attended Crawford Public Schools. He was united in marriage to Joann Whipple on January 16, 1953. From this union, they had five children.

Bruce worked...

Oct 5, 2025

Edward J Vodicka, age 85, passed away on Sunday October 5th, 2025 at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home in Hay Springs, Nebraska.

Edward was born to Ed and Jennie Kutschara Vodicka on March 27th, 1940 southeast of Hay Springs Nebraska and joined a sister Annabelle. He attended school in Rushville graduating in 1957, excelling in football, basketball, and track. He worked construction...

Oct 2, 2025

Stephen "Steve" Lecher

September 8, 1943 – October 2, 2025

Stephen Lecher, beloved husband, father, teacher, and car salesman, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of perseverance and inspiration to everyone who knew him.

Steve was a gift to his family. Born without arms, he never let his physical limitations define him. Instead,...