OBITUARIES

Aug 2, 2023

 

Rudolph George Stanko, known as Rudy “Butch” Stanko, who always blazed his own trail throughout a legendary life, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2023, surrounded by loved ones at his side. Rudy was born in Sheridan County, Wyoming, on February 16, 1947, the son of Rudy Stanko Sr. and Elizabeth Legerski Stanko; all of his grandparents emigrated from...

Jul 31, 2023

 

Walter Don Deckert of Porcupine, SD, was born in Rushville, Nebraska, on July 10, 1940, to William and Josie Deckert. He died July 31, 2023. His wishes were to be cremated and buried beside his partner of 59 years, Patricia, on the hill above the ranch in the cemetery he built for them. Don said before he passed to...

Jul 29, 2023

 

Mae Rose Jones, 93 was born on May 20, 1930 to William and Helen (McMillan) Wabs. She was called home to be with the Lord on July 29, 2023 surrounded by her family at the Chadron Community Hospital.

Mae grew up in rural Holt County near Spencer, NE. She moved to Chadron with her first husband George True in...

Jul 25, 2023

 

Michael Troy Elwood, age 69, of Omaha, NE, passed away on July 25th, 2023, at Josie Harper Hospice House after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Mike was born on December 31, 1953, to Troy Elwood and Lula (Lu) Slothower-Elwood in Rushville, NE.

He grew up in Batesland, South Dakota and attended eight years of elementary school at Batesland...

Jul 25, 2023

 

Gene Thornton

 

Eugene “Gene” Arnold Thornton, 93, passed away July 25, 2023, at home south of Crawford surrounded by his wife and daughters.

Gene was born March 20, 1930, to Fred and Mary Jane Lovell Thornton on the family farm in the same house where he died. The house was built by his grandfather, William Thornton in...

Jul 24, 2023

 

Celebration of life for Roger L. Hughes will be Monday, July 31st, 2023 at 10:30 am at the United Methodist Church in Crawford, Nebraska. Viewing will be Sunday, July 30th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Chamberlain Funeral Home in Crawford.

Roger Lee Hughes was born February 25, 1937 in Crawford, Nebraska to Ava and Forest Hughes. He...

Jul 23, 2023

 

Bonnie Hilliker passed away July 23, 2023, surrounded by her family at Gordon Countryside Care. Bonnie Lou Hilliker was born July 12, 1934, to Dewey and Freda (Hugen) Reed in rural Sheridan County, Nebraska. She was the 4th of 6 children. She grew up on a homestead on the edge of the sandhills.

Bonnie finished 8th grade and then...

Jul 17, 2023

 



OBITUARY

SALLY ANN ZAHN

 

SALLY ANN ZAHN—Sally A. Zahn, age 73, of Chadron, NE, passed away of natural causes on July 17, 2023, at the Chadron Community Hospital. She was born November 20, 1949, in Strong City, KS, the second child and first daughter of Charles Edward and Pheba May (Counseller) Zahn.

Although born in Strong City,...

Jul 16, 2023

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital, donations may be sent to Chamberlain-Pier Funeral Home, PO Box 366, Gordon, NE 69343.

Jul 13, 2023

 

Laveta Louise Edwards, 78, of Gordon, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, July 13 at Monument Hospital in Rapid City, SD. Known for her welcoming smile, infectious laugh, and joyful spirit, she will be dearly missed.

Laveta was born on November 5, 1944, at Gordon General Hospital to Leigh and Belle Dahlgren, the fourth of five children. The family had a...

Jul 13, 2023

 

Kimberly Ann Horacek - Marcy was born on August 27, 1956 in Omaha, NE to Ruth and Al Horacek. She was their only child and they had many adventures as a terrific trio. Growing up, Kim was involved in the pom pom squad, girl scouts, and spending times with her cousins who were like her brothers and sisters. Kim...

Jul 12, 2023

Jul 10, 2023

 

Shirley Mae (Mason) Brown

 

Shirley Mae (Mason) Brown died Monday, July 10, 2023 at the Ponderosa Villa in Crawford, NE at the age of 90.

Shirley was born September 14, 1932 to Guy and Grayce (Hamaker) Mason in Glen, Nebraska. She attended school in Glen and Crawford.  Shirley entered the workforce at a young age and worked various jobs...

Jul 9, 2023

 

 

Darrah Lynn Stephen, was born on November 4, 1945 in Los Angeles, California, to Frank M. Dunn and Hollis (Holmes) Dunn and died unexpectedly, Sunday afternoon, July 9, 2023.

 

Memorial services will be held at 10 am, Thursday, July 20 at Chamberlain Chapel, in Chadron, Nebraska.

 

Darrah knew no strangers and would engage others everywhere she...

Jul 9, 2023

 

JOYCE WALLACE OBITUARY

Joyce A. Wallace, 76, died unexpectedly from cancer July 9,2023 at Chadron Community Hospital. She was born January 25, 1947 in Merna Nebraska to Charles F. Riggs and Marcia L. Haught Riggs.

Joyce graduated from Alliance High School in 1964. After graduation she moved to North Platte and started beauty school. She met and married Gordon...

Jul 8, 2023

 

Geraldine Louise“Gerry” Pettipiece, age 83 passed away July 8, 2023 at Chadron, Nebraska. Gerry was born February 23, 1940 in Crawford Nebraska to Albert and Helen (Harrison) Meng.  She grew up in Sioux County on the family ranch and graduated from Chadron Prep School in 1957.  She received her teaching certificate from Chadron State College. She taught country schools...

Jul 8, 2023

 

Verna Eileen (Billings) Foster (94) was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 8, 2023 at Chadron Community Hospital. Memorial services will be held at the United Methodist Church, Hay Springs on July 15 at 10:00 am with Pastors Richard McKay and Paul Smith presiding.

Verna was born July 9, 1928 at the...

Jul 3, 2023

Danny Harris Stacy, lovingly known as Dan, passed away on July 3, 2023, in Chadron, Nebraska. He was born on July 9, 1938, in Waterloo, Iowa. We gather here today to remember and celebrate the remarkable life he lived.Dan received his education from Boys Town High School and graduated in 1956. Following his pursuit of higher education, he ventured into...

Jun 30, 2023

 

Kenneth George Janssen was born to George T. Janssen and Lois Ann (Voycheske) Janssen on February 14, 1953.  Ken passed away on June 30, 2023, at Monument Health in Rapid City, SD after a long battle with many health issues. 

The Janssen family lived in many places before setting roots at the Shald Ranch southeast of Gordon.  He ranched...

Jun 24, 2023

 

Carmen Petersen 8/11/1945 – 6/24/2023

Carmen Kay Petersen was born August 11, 1945, in Sheridan County, Gordon, Nebraska, she passed away on June 24, 2023, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Carmen was raised on the family cattle ranch south of town deep in the Sandhills of Nebraska. Carmen and her twin sister Carol May grew up working and playing hard....