Graveside Service for Bill Joseph, age 83 of Valentine, NE, is on Monday, October 26,2020 at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine at 11:00 am. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Sunday, October 25th at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Bill Joseph passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 20th. Survivors include: Wife- Betty of Valentine, Ne. Daughters- Cindy Galloway of Valentine, NE and Debbie Higgins of Newport, NE. Son- Roger of Winner, SD. Sister- Corine Tangeman of O’Neill, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for Ron Andrus, age 80 of Valentine, NE, is on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 3:00 pm at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Ron Andrus passed away on Saturday, October 17th in Vermillion, SD. Survivors include: Wife- Karen Andrus of Valentine, NE. Daughter- Kim Appleman of Johnstown, NE. Son- John Andrus odf Yankton, SD. Sister- Karen Ormesher of Valentine, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for Dorthea Cook, age 88 of Valentine, NE, is on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Dorthea Cook passed away on October 16th in Stuart, NE. Survivors include: Daughter- Jodi Sedivy of Valentine, NE. Sister- Jo Lopez of Valentine, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Services are at a later date for Don E. Hollenbeckm, age 85 of Long Pine, NE. Don Hollenbeck passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 in the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care Facility in Bassett, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Sharilyn of Long Pine, NE. Sons- Wayne Hollenbeck of Bassette, NE and Mart Hollenbeck of Bassett, NE. Sister- Donna Guilfoil of Lincoln, California.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of service arrangements.

Services are pending for Delores Stec of Valentine.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements.

John Kevin Rupe of Valentine passed away October 9, 2020 at the Cherry County Hospital. Survivors include wife: Joan Rupe, children: Adam and Scott, sisters: Jane Ann Rice and Karen Campbell.

John enjoyed stories about life and people. John’s family would like you to share a story or special memory of John with them. Please write them down and send them to jkrupe76@gmail.com or 1009 E. Hwy 20 Valentin, NE. A memory box will be put together for future Rupe’s to share.

Gordon William McLeod of Thedford, NE, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at his home on the ranch. A Memorial service is on Saturday, October 17th at the Thomas County Fairgrounds Building in Thedford, 

Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.

Officer Jesse Black Elk, age 39 of White River, SD, passed away in Murdo, SD on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Funeral Service is at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 10th at the White River Rodeo Grounds. Burial at St. Ignatius Cemetery. Survivors include: Children- Vincent, Justine, Vera, Sarah and LJ. Siblings- John, Shelly, Jolla and Cora.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for David Ward, age 69 of Valentine, NE, is on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Harmony Cemetery north of Valentine. David Ward passed away on Saturday, October 3rd at his home in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife- Connie. Sons- Justin, Daniel and Joseph. Brothers- Gerald, Ken and Bob.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for Bfuno Schlueter, age 97 of Valentine, NE, is on Friday, October 9, 2020 at 2:30 pm at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Bruno Schlueter passed away on Sunday, October 4th at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Calentine. Survivors include: Son- Skip of Valentine, NE. Daughter- Donna Dammann of St. Libory, NE. Step-daughters- Patty Gibson, Annie Haynes and Bonnie Mehrens.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Service for Roy Huff, age 71 of Valentine, NE, are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Roy Huff passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at his home in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife- Lorri. Daughter- Brendyn McBride. Son- Jay. 2 Sisters.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Donald Marshall, age 66, passed away in Rosebud, SD on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Graveside Services are at 12:00 pm on Friday, October 9th at the Sicangu Owicahe Veterans Cemetery at White River, SD. Survivors include: Son- Joel Reynolds. Siblings- Sherman Marshall and Gladyx Bordeaux.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Lloyd Swan, age 70, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. Graveside Services are at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 3rd at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Siblings- Linda Kolb, Melvin Swan, Jr., Bonnie Swan, Shirley Swan Medearis, Karen Swan, Janet Swan Graham and Richard Swan, Sr.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

John Linus Knispel, age 78, passed away at his home in White River, SD on Monday, September 28, 2020. Funeral Services are ate 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 3rd at the Parish Sacred Heart Hall in White River. Burial to follow at the White River Cemetery. Survivors include: Wife- Judith. Children- Paul Knispel of White River, SD, Edward Knispel of Leechburg, PA, Kathleen Krogman of Murdo, NE and Bobbie Jo Knispel of Murdo, SD. Brothers- Ronald Lee Knispel of Murdo, SD and Gary  Steven Knispel of Murdo, SD. Sister- Jeanette Drayer of Murdo, NE.

Rush Funeral Home of Pierre is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Services for Larry D. May, age 77 of Bassett, NE, are on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Larry May passed away Sunday, September 27th at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Linda of Bassett, NE. Son- Glen May of Bassett, NE. Daughter- Leann May-Burr of Elkhorn, NE. Brother- DeLane May of Bassett, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

George Farley, age 89 of Cody, NE, passed away September 26, 2020 at the Bennett County Nursing Home in Martin, SD. Graveside services are at 1:00 pm Mountain Time on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody, NE. Survivors include: Wife: Elsie Farley of Cody, Daughter: Karen Coyle of Martin, Son: Jim Farley of Cody.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of service arrangements.

Marianne Neumeyer Forrest, 79, of Lake Alfred, Florida, formerly of Valentine, NE passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020.  Survivors include: daughter – Melissa,  son – Jeffrey, sister – Maedeane Rodgers and brother Dennis Neumeyer.

Graveside memorial service and burial is at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE on Friday October 2, 2020 at 10:00 am. 

Interment Service with Military Honors for Richard Schem is on Monday, September 28, 2020 at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE at 2:00 pm. Survivors include: Wife- Sue. Children- Hanna, Naomi, Nathan and Rachel.

Robert  “Bob” Kramer, age 77 of Valentine, NE, passed away on September 21, 2020 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. A private family graveside service at  Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine will be at a later date. Survivors include: Wife- Kay. Daughters- Patricia Kramer-Sherman, Dottie Gallino and Roberta Kramer-Lomax. Son- William Kramer.. Brother Lee Kramer.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Gwendolyn Black Calf, age 41 of Mission, SD, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on September 20, 2020. Funeral is at 2:00 pm on Monday, September 28th at the Damion Harmon Residence  witih burial following at the Lakota Chapel Cemetery north of Mission. Survivors include: Children- Tryston & Tyana Oliver and Vernon Jr. & Tracy Horse Looking. Mother- Melinda Stead. Siblings- Calvin Black Calf, Jr., Denise Black Calf and Michelle Black Calf..

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Alfred Rattling Leaf, age 92 of White River, SD, passed away Friday, September 18, 2020. Funeral Service is at 1:00 pm on Friday, September 25th at the Lakota Chapel in White River. Burial is at the Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Tribal Veteran Cemetery south of White River.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Fenton “Butch” Shaving Bear, age 75 of Norris, SD, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020. Funeral Service is at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 24th at the Norris Township Hall. Burial is at Red Leaf Tiospaye Cemetery. Survivors include: Children- Donald & Chris Foote, Juanita & Noah Shaving Bear and Ramona Kitteaux. Sisters- Arlene Shaving Bear and Margaret “Alice” Shaving Bear Charging Hawk.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Services for Carolyn J. Dillon, age 79 for Bassett, NE, are on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 10:30 am in the Thurman Cemetery near Bassett, NE. Carolyn Dillon passed away Satruday, September 19th at her home near Bassett. Survivors include: Children- Jolyn Dillon -Clark of Long Pine, NE, James Dillon of Long Pine, NE and Justn Dillon of Johnstown, NE. Sister- Marlene Andersen of Grand Island, NE. Brother- Arnie Thurlow of Tuscon, AZ. Step-brothers- Garlen Thurlow of Newport, NE and Olivver Thurlow of Atkinson, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Memorial Service for Dick Witt, age 80 of Valentine, NE, is on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Ainsworth South Cemetery. Dick Witt passed away at Oakwood Assisted Lining on Saturday, September 19th. Survivors include: Brother- Robert Witt. Sister- Judy Mayhew.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements.

Cecilia Willcuts, age 43 of Okreek, SD, passed away Monday, September 14, 2020. Funeral is at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 19th at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery at Okreek, SD. Survivors include: Husband- Cheyenne Spidle. Children- Maximus King and Dazza, Casius & Arion Spidle. Parents- Bernie & Julie Willcuts and Cecilia Fast Horse. Siblings- John Steele, Kathy Her Many Horses, Kristen, Christopher, John & Ashley Willcuts, Ed Bear Shield, Nicole Hein and Bernard Sierzaga.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Services for Eugene A. “Gene” Cosgrove, age 78 of Long Pine, NE, are on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 1:00 pm in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery at Bassett, NE. Gene Cosgrove passed away Tuesday, September 15th at the Parkside Manor in Stuart, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Gwen Cosgrove of Long Pine, NE. Children- Beth Murphy of Stuart, NE, Keith Cosgrove of Long Pine, NE and Kaye Stewart of Newport, NE. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mavis Foyle, age 77 of Valentine, NE, passed away August 20, 2020 at the Cherry County Hospital. Memorial service is at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 18th at the Valentine Berean Bible Church. Survivors include: Husband- Russell Foyle of Valentine, NE. Daughter- Patricia Stowe of Gig Harbor, WA. Stepchildren: Ivy Tupper, Laura McAdams, Linda Brown & Clayton Foyle, all of Fairbanks, AK. Sister- Gail Bray of Thomasville, GA.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Katherine Fisher, age 81, passed away in Florida on August 31, 2020. A graveside memorial service and inurnment is at the Sparks Cemetery at 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 19th. Survivors include: Sons- Larry Fisher of Calvin, OK and Richard Fisher of Douglas, WY. Siblings- Merle Sharp, Eletha Lurz and Eileen Lurz.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Leonard Lee Ridenour, age 86 of Mullen, NE, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, NE. Funeral Service is Saturday, September 19th at 10:30 am MT at the United Methodist Church in Mullen. Burial at a later date.

Mullen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary Catherine Petersen, age 93, passed away at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth, NE on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Funeral Services are at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, September 15th at the Methodist Church in Valentine, NE with burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors include: Children- Lois Lux of Bradleyville, MO, Rhonda Sutherland of Ogallala, NE, Debb Gracey of Ainsworth, NE, Dee Hoefs of Wood Lake, NE and Russell Petersen of Valentine, NE. Siblings- Norma Jean Kramer of Fremont, NE, Albert Foster of Portland, OR, Barbara Morlang of Rolla, MO, Sharon Brinda of North Platte, NE, Phyllis Mathew of Valentine, NE and Bob Foster of North Platte, NE.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside service for Alma Alder, age 100 of Valentine, NE, is on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 11:00 am at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Book signing is on  Monday, September 14th at 3:00 pm at  Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Survivors include: Daughter- Sharon White f Manchaca, TX. Son- Robert of Grand Island, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Gary Kim Hoyt, age 76 of Mullen, NE, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 at the Great Plains Health Center in North Platte, NE. Memorial Services are on Wednesday, September 16th at 2:00 pm at the Lariat Auditorium in Mullen. Inurnment at a later date in the Whitman Cemetery. Survivors include: Wife-Carolyn Hoyt. Children-Phil Hoyt, Todd Hoyt, Mitzi Kramer, Katie Perez and Kyle Hoyt. Sisters-Vicki Peden, Becky Younkin and Karen McGinn.

Govier Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Joanne (Parr) Gracey, age 90 of Ainsworth, NE, passed away December 26, 2019 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth. Graveside Memorial Services are at 10:00 am on Friday, September 18, 2020 in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Survivors include: Sons- Michael Staab of Wellington, CO, Mark Gracey of Ainsworth, NE and Cameron Gracey of Wellington, CO.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Martin Jehorek , Jr., age 85 of Valentine, NE and formerly of Lynch, NE, passed away Friday, September 4, 2020 at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine. Public Graveside Service is on Friday, September 11th at 11:00 am at Assumption BVM Catholic Cemetery in Lynch. Masks are requested. Survivors include: Daughter- Susan (Alan) McEvoy of Valentine, NE. Sister- Maxine (Robert) Connelly of Lincoln, NE. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Lynch Area Future Fund, 50560 898th Rd., Lynch, NE 68746 or LynchAreaFutureFund19@gmail.com.

Brockhaus Funeral Home in Spencer is in charge of the arrangements.

Joseph Ferris, II passed away Friday, September 4, 2020 at Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. Private family inurnment to be held at a later date. Survivors include: Wife- Lois Ferris of Valentine, NE. Children- Nicole Aviles of Virginia, Christie Wickett of Valentine, NE, Tony Ferris of Wyoming, Joie Feffis of Washington, Michelle Green of Virginia, Cody Ferwerda of Iowa and Kathy Linaberry of Valentine, NE.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside services for Kenneth “Buzz” Kime, age 85 of Valentine are Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mr. Kime passed away September 4, 2020 at the Cherry County Hospital. Survivors include: wife: Shirley of Valentine, sons: Dallas of Lincoln, NE and Shane of Valentine.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Dr. Kristie Storms, age 34 of Lubbock, TX and formerly of Millboro, SD, passed away at her home in Lubbock on Saturday, August 29, 2020. Memorial Service is on Saturday, September 12th at 10:00 am at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Winner, SD. Burial to follow in the Saint Bonniface Cemetery in Clearfield, SD.

Mason Funeral Home in Winner is in charge of the arrangements.

A memorial service for Janice Brown McGinley Mefferd, age 79, is on Monday, September 7, 2020 at 9:30 am at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.

Graveside Service for Florence Osburn, age 78 of Valentine, NE, is on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Florence Osburn passed away on August 31st at Pine View Good Samaritan Society in Valentine. Survivors include: Sons- Danny of Wood Lake, NE, Rusty of Cody, NE, Shane of Midland, SD and Brad of Norfolk, NE. Daughter- Robyn Jones of Kadoka, SD. Sister- Joyce Welch of Ainsworth, NE. Brother- Harold Carrier of Delaware.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Leonard Mundorf, formerly of the Valentine, NE area, passed away in Michigan recently. There will be no service, and burial will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery at a later date.

Mary Nollette, age 93 of Valentine, NE, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Pine View in Valentine. A private family graveside service is at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel, NE. A limited public viewing is on Wednesday, April 16th from 5:00-&:00 pm MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel. A public memorail service is on Saturday, September 5th at 10:30 am MT at St. Mary’s Church in Nenzel.. Survivors include:  Sons- Greg Nollette of Nenzel, EN. Fr. Lou Nollette of Nenzel, NE, Fr. Neal Nollette of Nenzel, NE and Tim Nollette of Nenzel, NE. Sister- Alice Riege of Valentine, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Mavis Foyle, age 77 of Valentine, NE, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Cherry County Hospital. Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Local survivors include: Husband- Rusty Foyle.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Richard Yellow Face, age 58 of Mission, passed away August 18, 2020 in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral is at 12:00 pm on Monday August 24, 2020 at Holmes Funeral Home. Graveside service is at 2:00 pm on Monday August 24th at the Okreek Community Cemetery. Survivors: Siblings: David, Donna, Mark & Jennifer Herrmann, Kathy White Lance & Robin Starboy.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Irwin ‘Digger’ SharpFish, Sr., age 58 of Mission, passed away August 15, 2020 in Rapid City, SD. Funeral is at 1:00 pm on Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Theresa SharpFish Residence. Burial at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, St. Francis. Survivors: Children: Tanya, Jeffrey, Irwin Jr and Gabriela SharpFish. Mother: Theresa SharpFish. Siblings: Eldena & Derwin SharpFish.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for Robert Hall, age 75 of Valentine, NE, is on Friday, August 21, 2020 at 10:00 am at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Robert Hall passed away on Sunday, August 16th in North Platte, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Nicki Hall. Sons- Andy Irwin and Rex Wiegers. Sister- Helen Sherman and Ruth Gies.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Service for Gina Keller, age 54 of Johnstown, NE, is on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine, NE at 2:00 pm. Burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Gina Keller passed away on Saturday, August 15th at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine. Survivors include: Husband- Richard of Johnstown, NE. Sons- Lonnie Feller, Stetson Feller and Justin Keller. Step-children- Teresa Craig and Brad Keller. Parents- Gilbert and Virginia Witte. Sister- Vicki Cumbow. Brothers- Duane Witte and Gordon Witte.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Services for Harry E. Swanson, age 86 of Long Pine, NE, are on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 10:30 am  in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery with Military Honors. Harry Swanson passed away on Saturday, August 15th in the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care Facility at Bassett. Survivors include: Son- Jeff Swanson of Bassett, NE. Brothers- Duane Swanson of Bassett, NE, Ken Swanson of Central City, NE and Dave Swanson of Bassett, NE. Sister- Joyce Menzel of Bassett, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

William E. McCloskey, Sr., age 55 of St. Francis, SD, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 9, 2020. Graveside services are at 1:00 pm on Saturday, August 22nd at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Viewing is at graveside beginning at 12:30 pm. Survivors include: Children- Alyssa, Helena, Charlene, William Jr., William III, Billie Rose and Tyrese McCloskey. Siblings- Alan McCloskey, Sr. and Sherry Romero.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Regina One Star, age 66 of Mission, SD, passed away at her home on Friday, August 7, 2020. Funeral service is at 12 Noon on Friday, August 14th at the One Star Homestead, Two Strike, SD. Burial to follow at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Children- Skuxe & Anton Pushetonequa, both of Tama, IA,Jessica Hunter of Minneapolis, MN and Kasheena One Star of Rosebud, SD. Siblings- Annamae Pushetonequa, Ida Marshall, Marion Sorace, Antoinette One Star, Lloyd One Star, Jr., Michael One Star, Sr., Edward One Star, Sr., Theresa Coons-St. Cyr, Sandra Black Bear-White, Ben & Arlene Black Bear, Jr., Lorraine Shield Him-Young and Bernadette Shield Him.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside service for Dorotha Bristol, age 89 of Valentine, NE, is on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 11:00 am at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Dorotha Bristol passed away on Monday, August 10th in Bennington, NE. Survivors include: Son- Dennis of Omaha, NE. Brother- Vernon Pederson of Dallas, TX and Lester Pederson of Washington. Sister- Thelma Noland of Fullerton, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Services for Eddie Gracey, age 89 of Ainsworth, are pending at Biglin’s Mortuary of O’Neill, NE.

James H. Quigley, long time Valentine Attorney, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at his home in Valentine, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Dorothy. Son William Bryan Quigley of Texas. Daughters- Mary Ruth Quigley of Oklahoma and Kathleen Quigley Link of Kansas. Step-daughters- Leesa Adamson and Jorja Spain both of  Valentine, NE. Brother- William “Bill” Quigley of Valentine, NE. Per his wishes no services are planned.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Services  for Fae Laree (Sharp)  Smith, age 85 of Ainsworth, NE, are on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 3:00 pm at the United Methodist Church in Ainsworth.. Fae Smith passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at her home in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Children- Michael Smith of Hill City, KS, Cheri Fernau of Ainsworth, NE and Parlin Smith of Newport, NE. Siblings- Esther Buhr of Ainsworth, NE, Lila Daniels of Fort Scott, KS, Linda Douglas of Muscatine, IA and Marvin Hart of Long Pine, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

James L. “Jim” Jones, age 54 of Kadoka, SD and formerly of Mission. SD, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 as the result of a work accident in rural Jackson County, SD. Funeral Services are at 10:00 am MT on Wednesday, August 12th at the Kadoka City Auditorium. Interment is at the Kadoka Cemetery.

Rush Funeral Home of Phillip, SD is in charge of the arrangements.

Nora Herman, age 37 of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020. Graveside service is at 11:00 am on Firday, August 7th at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission, SD. Survivors include: Children- Wanbli, Athena & Reeta Herman, Kenny Olson, Jr., Luis, Marcos & Kimmimila Garcia and Prometheus Johnson. Siblings- Crystal Iron Heart, Rachael Herman-Dehart, Charlie Williams and Buster Nealt.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements..

Nora Herman, age 37 of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020. Graveside service is at 11:00 am on Firday, August 7th at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission, SD. Survivors include: Children- Wanbli, Athena & Reeta Herman, Kenny Olson, Jr., Luis, Marcos & Kimmimila Garcia and Prometheus Johnson. Siblings- Crystal Iron Heart, Rachael Herman-Dehart, Charlie Williams and Buster Nealt.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements..

Wyatt Kills Enemy, age 20, passed away at the Rosebud Hospital on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Funeral Service is at 12 Noon on Wednesday, August th at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission, SD. Burial at Grace Chapel Cemetery, Soldier Creek, SD. Survivors include: Mother- Kateri “Gina” Left Hand Bull Kills Enemy. Siblings- Robert “Belk” and Antonio “Choc: Left Hand Bull, Wayne “Stein” III, Martha “Mjayy”, Katie and Keely Kills Enemy.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements..

Graveside Services for Ruth E. O’Hare, age 94 of Ainsworth, NE, are on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 10:00 am in the Ainsworth, Cemetery. Ruth O’Hare passed away Wednesday, July 29th at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Children- Corby O’Hare, Cindy McNally, Doug O’Hare, Becky O’Hare and Tod O’Hare all of Ainsworth, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Public Graveside Service for long time Valentine, NE attorney Bill Dill, age 90, is on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Bill Dill passed away on Thursday, July 30thth in Valentine. Survivors include: Children- Michael Dill of Dallas, TX, Kathleen Dill of Rochester, NE, Thomas Dill of Allen, TX and George Patrick Dill of Rochester, NY. Step-sons- Thomas Knutson of Lincoln, NE and Scott Knutson of Lincoln, NE. Sister- Kathleen Winder of Fort Collins, CO.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Service for Jerry Earll, age 78 of Valentine, NE, is on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 10:30 am at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Burial will be held at alater date. Jerry Earl passed away on Saturday, August 1st at his home in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife- Carol of Valentine, NE. Sons- Bob of GrandIsland, NE, and Denny of O’Neill, NE. Daughter- Nichole Buechle of Valentine, NE. Sister- Linda Eklund of Gregory, SD.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Judy Kopejtka, age 76 of Valentine, NE, passed away at her home. Memorial Service is at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at the United Methodist Church in Valentine with inurnment following at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors include: Daughters- Kody Williams of Valentine, NE, Kari Schmidt of Waverly, NE and Kandy Cruz of Greely, CO. Sister- Sharon Appelt of O’Neill, NE. Brother- Roy Appelt of Springview, NE.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

David Lee, age 43, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Sioux Falls, SD. Graveside Services are on Saturday, August 1st at 2:00 pm at the White River Cemetery, White River, SD. Survivors include: Brothers- Kimberly Lee, Gerald Lee, Sr. and Jerry Lee. Sister- Paula Black Wolf.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

Lorenzo Leon Roan Eagle, age 58, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 near White River, SD. Graveside Services are on Saturday, August 1st at 3:00 pm at the Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Veterans Cemetery in White River.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

Graveside services for Bill Drinkwalter, of Hot Springs, SD and formerly of Valentine, NE. is at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Bill Drinkwalter passed away on Wednesday, July 22nd in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife- Gail Drinkwalter. Daughters- Janet Farmer of Cheyenne, WY and Karen Goehring of Carpenter, WY. Sisters- Korothy Sharp, Mary Lou Thornton, Delma Fischer, Alma Lea Keller, Betty Boykin and Charlotte Edwards.

 Sandoz Chapel of the Pines of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Theresa Barron, age 89 of Mission, SD, passed away at the Winner Longterm Healthcare Center on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. Final Viewing and Graveside Service is at 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 28th at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Children- Faye Benge, Dolores Barron and Rodney Barron.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Marion Good Shield, age 57 of St. Francis, SD, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020 in Rapid City, SD. Funeral Service is on Saturday, July 25th at 4:00 pm at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Spring Creek, SD. Survivors include: Children- Alex Good Shield, Joshua Good Shield, Anna Mandan, Bernadine Mandan and Eagle Plume Mandan, Jr. Siblings- Percy Laft Hand Bull, Jr., Brian Left Hand Bull and Lupe Left Hand Bull.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Jason Good Shield, age 48 of Rosebud, SD, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 at his home. Funeral Service is on Saturday, July 25th at 2:00 pm at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Burial to follow at Star Cemetery, St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Wife- Samdra. Children- Gabriel, Justin, Jasmine and Jason “Tibbers” Good Shield. Siblings- Odell, Agnes, Roger, Emily Faith, Evelyn, Patricia and Rhonda Good Shield, Reginald Left Hand Bull, Marlon Leading Fighter, Manuel Eagle Road and Stanford Eagle Road.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Bernard White Hat, age 55 of Mission, SD, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 in Sioux Falls, SD. Graveside Service wil on Friday, July 24th at 1:00 pm at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Spring Creek, SD. Survivors include: Children- Elizabeth, Martin, Bernard “Trey”, Andrea and Stephen White Hat. Siblings- Brian White Hat, Madonna Crow Eagle, Thetis McCloskey and Joe White Hat.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Mass of Christian Burial for Arlene Parks, age 82 of Valentine, NE, is on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 10:00 am at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valenitne. Arlene Parks passed away on Monday, July 20th at Oakwood in Valentine. Survivors include: Sons- Larry of Thornton, CO and Bud of Valentine, NE. Daughters- Gay Pickner of Huron, SD and JJ Harvey of Crescent, IA.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Harry Stokely, age 92 of Valentine, passed away on March 31, 2020 at his home in Valentine. Memorial Mass is at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 1st at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine with lunch after the burial at the parish hall. Survivors include: Wife- Helen. Children- Tome, Joe, Theresa May, Bill, Jim, John and Matt. Sister- Renee Spurlock.

Stokley Funeral Home is in charge of service arrangements.

Waldo Osterman, age 89 of Valentine, NE, passed away February 21, 2020. A Celebration of Life service is at 1:30 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at the Wood Lake Union Church. Inurnment to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Wood Lake. Survivors include: Son- Chris Osterman of Ainsworth, NE. Daughter- Daina Tweedy of Omaha, NE.

Homes Funeral Home odf Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Marty Kay Osentowski, age 57, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020. Survivors include: Husband- Gaylen. Son- Kolt. Brothers- Bill Evans and Kelly Evans. Sisters- Becky Bell, Carol Knapp, Jenny Parmely and Heather Penner. Memorial Service is on Friday, July 24th at 4:00 pm MT at the Hyannis Fairgrounds in Hyannis, NE.

Mullen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorail Services for William Schueneman, age 79 of Winner SD, are at 5:00 pm on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Church in Gregory, SD. Inurnment is on Monday July 27th at Black Hills National Cemetery with full Military Honors. William Schueneman passed away March 11, 2020.

Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapels and Isburg Crematory of Spearfish, SD are in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Service for LeRoy Lurz, age 82 of North Platte. NE and formerly of Valentine, NE, is on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10:00 am at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. LeRoy Lurz passed away on Thursday, July 16th in Sutherland, NE. Survivors include: Brothers- Leonard Lurz, Raymond Lurz and Dave Lurz. Sisters- Deloris Hamling, Louise McLean and Dee Gallino.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Public graveside service for Paul Hoefs, age 93 of Wood Lake, NE, is on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Noon at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Wood Lake. Public rosary is on Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine, NE. Paul Hoefs passed away on Wednesday, July 15th at the Rock County Hospital in Bassett, NE. Survivors include: Children- Paul Hoefs Jr., Sherry Cameron, Mary Kay Mooney, Jan Upchurch, Bonnie Rought, John Hoefs, Patrice Hoefs, Jim Hoefs and Mark Hoefs.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Amy Respects Nothing, age 63, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020 in Martin, SD. Graveside Services are on Thursday, July 14th at 4:00 pm at the St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Children- Willard Dorian, Jr., Felix Dorian, Michael Dorian, Patrick Dorian, Andrea Respects Nothing, Alexis Respects Nothing and Ordell “OJ” Respects Nothing. Sibling- Andrew Left Hand Bull.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Linda Quick Bear, age 69, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020 in Rapid City, SD. Graveside services are on Friday, July 17th at 11:00 am at the Quick Bear Cemetery, Corn Creek, SD. Survivors include: Children- Amanda, Willard, Candace, Nathan, Amber and Myron. Sibling- Glen Quick Bear.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Edna Guerue, age 83, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020 in White River, SD. Graveside services are on Friday, July 17th at 6:30 pm at the Trinitity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission, SD..  Survivors include: Children- Mike, Darrell, Lisa and Faye. Siblings- Cleva, Patty and Harold.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Services for Pauline Hogue, age 82 of Gregory, SD and formerly of the Valentine and Cody, NE area, are on Friday, July 17, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Gregory. Visitation 1 hour prior to the funeral service. Burial to follow in the IOOF Cemetery.

Kotrba-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Berdine Yellow Eagle, age 69 of Mission, SD, passed away in Rapid City, SD on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Traditional Prayers and Final Viewing is at 10:00 am on Friday, July 10th at the Antelope Community Building with burial following at Two Kettle Cemetery, Bad NAtion, SD. Survivors include: Sons- Billy Joe Yellow Eagle, Sr., Christopher Yellow Eagle and Devin War Bonnett. Siblings- Phyllis, Gene & Glen Yellow Eagle and Marge Edwards.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Wallace Messenger, age 89, of Valentine, NE, passed away at Pine View Good Samaritan Center on Sunday, July 5, 2020. Virtual Memorial Services are pending. Surviors include: Wife- Blanche Messenger of Valentine, NE. Children- Debra Ryshon of Valentine, NE. Russell Messenger of Las Vegas, NV, Tracy Dugan of Valentine, NE and Scott Messenger of Charlotte, NC.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Private Family Funeral Services for Dixie L. (Boyd) Worth, age 78 of Springview, NE, are on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 10:00 am at the New Hope Community Church in Springview. A public commital service will immediately follow in the Mount Hope Cemeter at Springview. Friends wishing to attend the committal service are welcome to follow the family procession from the church to the cemetery. Dixie Worth passed away Saturday, July 4th at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care Facility in Bassett, NE. Survivors include: Husband- Larry Worth of Springview, NE. Children- Shawn Freeman of Ozark, MO, JoRene Herron of Springfield, MO and Kristina Eggerling of Springview, NE. Stepchildren- Debra Black of Lincoln, NE, Gregory Worth of Chicago, IL and Brian Worth of Chicago, IL. Siblings- Delpha Fairbanks of White River, SD, Delbert Boyd of Sequim, WA, DeAnne Vaughan of O’Neill, NE, Dorene Boyd of LaSalle, CO and Della Boyd of Winner, SD.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Service for Larry Hain, age 79 of Omaha, NE, is on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Larry Hain passed away on July 4th in Omaha. Survivors include: Wife- Jonita of Omaha, NE. Children- Alecia Stepp of Omaha, NE, Andrew of North Caldwell, NJ and Ann Nusbaum of Minneapolis,MN.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Joyce Potter, age 72 of Valentine, NE, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at Faith Regional Hospital in Norfolk, NE. Memorial Services are on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:00 am at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Burial to be at a later date.. Survivors include: Husband0 Ron Potter of Valentine, NE. Sons- Ronnie Potter of Meadow Grove, NE and Tim Potter of Lexington, NE. Daughter- Becky Kruger of Valentine, NE. Sisters- Vicky Roberts of Hartington, NE and Lori Sjoquist of Minnesota. Brother- Randy Pinckelman of Hartington, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Graveside Services for Glenna Spanel-Abbott, age 92 of Long Pine, NE, are on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 10:00 am in the Ainsworth Cemetery, Ainsworth, NE. Glenna Spanel-Abbott passed away Monday, June 29th at her residence in Long Pine. Survivors include: Sons- Bill Spanel of Burwell, NE and George Spanel of Ainsworth, NE. Sister- Doris Gill of Sargeant, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Services for Zak Taylor Palmer, age 18 of Springview, NE, are 0n Thursday, July 2, 2020  at 2:00 pm at the North Central Knights Football field in Springview. A private inurnment will take place at a later date.. Zac Palmer passed away on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN. Survivors include: Parents- Bruce and Julie Palmer of Springview, NE. Siblings- Justiin Palmer of Springview, NE and Ty Plamer of Grand View, ID. Grandparents- Denis and Betty Palmer of Springview, NE and Vernon and Anita Moody of Scotia, NE. Those attending the event are to dress casual and bring their own lawn chair. 

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Services for Kenneth Ray Smith, age 79 of Ainsworth, NE, is on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the St. Pius X Catholic Church in Ainsworth. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Ainswowrth Cemetery. Ken Smith passed away Sunday, June 21st at his home in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Wife- Jeanne Smith of Ainsworth, NE. Daughters- Pam Schmitz of Ainsworth, NE, Kendy Blake of Ainsworth, NE, Konny Ziegler of Ainsworth, NE and Kim Yankowski of Ainsworth, NE. Sister- Carol Lauf of Kansas City, MO.

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside service for Jo Reagan, age 74 of Valentine, NE, is on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 10:00 am at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Jo Reagan passed away on Friday, June 19th at Pine View in Valentine. Survivors include: Sisters- Joyce Colvin of Valentine, NE and Patty Schubauer of Blackhawk, SD.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Memorial Services for Robert Dean Turpin, age 89 of Bassett, NE are on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery in Bassett.. Bob Turpin passed away Sunday, May 24th in the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care Facility at Bassett. Survivors include: Sons- Mace Turpin of Bassett, NE and Michael Turpin of Bassett, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home of Bassett is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Service for Patty Barstow, age 58 of Springview, NE, is on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. A private family inurnment to be held at a later date. Patty Barstow passed away on Friday, June 19th at her home. Survivors include: Husband- Neri of Springview, NE. Sons- Wyatt of Bluffdale, TX and Austin of Stephenville, TX. Father- Otto Frauen of Valentine, NE. Brother- Monte Frauen of Valentine, NE. Sister- Sally Connor of Valentine, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Ed Murray, age 68 of Parmelee, SD, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020. A private family wake will be held Sunday, June 21st. Funeral Service is Monday, June 22nd at the Murray Family Ranch 1 mile north of Parmelee, SD. Graveside Service is at 3:00 pm at the Murray Family Cemetery. Survivors include: Wife- Lynnette Murray. Children- Bill Murray, Melissa Murray, Stephanie Murray Night Pipe, Johnna Murray Night Pipe, Edie Murray and Maria Murray. Siblings- Tim Murray and Sandra Murray-Wilcox.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine, NE is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Services for Earl H. Fernau, age 92 of Ainsworth, NE, are on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 10:00 am in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Earl Fernau passed away Wednesday, June 17th in the Sandhills Care Center at Ainsworth. Survivors include: Children- Don Fernau of Clovis, NM, Cindy Starnes of Aurora, NE and Robert Fernau of Goehner, NE. Brothers- Lavern Fernau of Caldwell, ID and Sidney Fernau of Rupert, ID.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Services for Norma J. Waits, age 76 of Ainsworth, NE, are on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the United Methodist Church in Ainsworth. Burial to follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Norma Waits passed away Tuesday, June 16th at the CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE. Survivors include: Husband- Les of Ainsworth, NE. Daughters- Vicki Krueger of Central City, NE and Mary Beel of Johnstown, NE. Brothers- Jim Lurz of Ainsworth, NE and Hank Lurz of Greensboro, Maryland.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

David W. Haumann, age 98 of Thedford, NE, passed away o Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the Pioneer Memorial Rest Home in Mullen, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Vada. Sons- Alan Haumann and Warren Haumann. Duaghter- Janice Hodges. Funeral Service is on Monday, June 22nd at 10:30 am at the United Church of Christ in Thedford. Burial in the Hillcrest Cemetery with Military Honors.

Mullen Funeral Home/Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of the arrangements.

Kyle Her Many Horses, age 37, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on Saturday, June 13, 2020.  A private wake is at the Garfield Leader Charge residence at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17th. Final viewing and graveside services are at 10:00 am on Thursday, June 18th at the Holy Innocents Cemetery at Parmelee, SD.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Memorial Services for Donald E. Schipporeit, age 74 of Ainsworth, NE, are on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 4:00 pm in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth. Donald Schipporeit passed away Friday, June 12th at his home in Ainsworth.

Survivors include: Children- Joleen Iverson of Long Pine, NE, Tsipi Gibson of Douglas, WY ad Tate Schipporeit of Ainsworth, NE. Sister- Carolyn Schipporeit of Ainsworth, NE. Brother- Richard Schipporeit of of Ainsworth, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Joseph Little Bald Eagle, age 66, passed away at the Rosebud Hospital on Saturday, June 13, 2020. Funeral is at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 20th at the family home, followed by a meal. Burial at Cedar Butte Cemetery, 3 miles north of Corn Creek, SD. Survivors include: Wife- Verna Little Bald Eagle. Children- Aaron Little Bald Eagle and Lacy Bald Eagle.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

James “Smoke” Stoneman, Jr., age 47, passed away in Rapid City, SD. Graveside Service is at 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Native American Church Cemetery, Old Ring Thunder, SD. Survivors include: Dad- James Stoneman, Sr. Brothers- Rick, Garry Jr., Chet Jr, Marlon, Ira Jr., and Shawn Stoneman & Ira and Redman Ellis. Sisters- Leah Mae Lapointe, Armine Stoneman, Lari Ellis and Nyvee Stone.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Eugene War Bonnett (Zintkala), ae 70 of Parmelee, SD, passed away in Pierre, SD on Monday, June 8, 2020. Private family wake is on Thursday, June 11th. Public Graveside Service and burial is at 2:00 pm on Friday, June 12th at White Horse Cemetery, Upper Cut Meat, SD. Survivors include: Children- Jodeen and Howard Red Bird. Siblings- Vernon War Bonnett and Rose Little Thunder.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Anthony ‘Daniel’ Omaha Boy, age 34 of Pierre, SD, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Public Graveside Service is at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 10th at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Children- Anthony, ChristinaChanku Oto Omani Omaha Boy. Mother- Lena Toledo. Siblings- Archie, Dani & Boye Blue Thunder and Michael Toledo.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Melody Walking Bull, age 62 of Rosebud, SD, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on Sunday, May 21, 2020. Public Graveside Service is Saturday, June 6th at 2:30 pm at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Husband- Fred Walking Bull. Children- Steven Walking Eagle, Chad Roether, Heather Walking Bull, Michael Walking Bull, Sr.,and Yoncy Eagle Elk. Siblings- Preston Boyd, Allen Marie Kush, Lavera Rose Roether, John Roether, Richard Roerther, Dudley Roether and Roger Roether, Sr.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside Service for Jean Bagwell, age 73 of Grand Island, NE and formerly of Valentine, NE. is at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Cemetery in Crookston, NE,  Jean Bagwell passed away on Sunday, May 31st in Grand Island. Survivors include: Husband- Ron of Grand Island, NE. Son- Bob of Lincoln, NE. Daughter- Pam Battershaw of Valentine, NE. Sisters- Bev Zahl of North Platte, NE and Connie Schaefer of North Platte, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Guy “Tubby” Fast Horse, Sr.m age 56 of Okreek, SD, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020 in Sioux Falls, SD. Public graveside service is at 2:00 pm Thursday, June 4th at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery in Okreek. Survivors include: Wife- Mona Good Buffalo. Children- Guy Jr., Samantha, Leon, Mikayla, Ryan, Dillon, Dakota and Nichole. Mother- Sandra Wade.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

Jess, “Ben” Mellor passed away Saturday, May 30, 2020 in Norfolk, NE. Funeral Service is on Friday, June 5th at 10:00 am Central Time at White Elephant Hall in Cody, NE. Burial at Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody. Survivors include: Wife- Pat of Valentine, NE. Children- Janet Weston of San Antonio, TX, Jolene Grunhaupt of Crookston, NE, Terri Mellor of Omaha, NE, Tami Mellor of Eldorado, CA and Gina Heath of Grand Island, NE. Brothers- George Mellor of Spencer, NE and Murray Mellor of Atkinson, NE.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

Marcella Swalley Prue, age 94 of Antelope, SD, passed away in Vermillion, SD on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. Graveside service is on Monday, June 1st at 10:00 am at St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery. Survivors include: Children- Leonard ‘Sarge’ Red Hair, Joseph Cephus Prue, Jr., Alex ‘Red” Prue, Sr., Daniel Prue, Sr. Samuel Prue and Kathy Prue-Owens.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine isin charge of the arrangements.

Mike Schubert, age 66 of Valentine and Crookston, NE, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Bryan Hospital in Lincoln, NE. The family is hosting visitation at their home at 325 N. Wood St in Valentine on Friday, May 29th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, May 30th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Private internment will be held at a later date.

Claude Blacksmith, Jr., age 58 of Rosebud, SD, passed away at his ome. Graveside service and Interment is on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Viewing at 12:30 pm and burial at 1:00 pm.  Survivors include: Sister- Susan Blacksmith. Brothers- Gilbert Blacksmith and Bruce Blacksmitn.

Holmes Funeral Home iof Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Wanita Prue, age 70 of Mission, SD, passed away at her home on Monday, May 25, 2020. A public memorial service will be held at a later date. Survivors include: Children- Max “Cisco” Jensen. Joseph Jensen and Cheryl “Cissy” Jensen. Siblings- Leonard Bordeaux, Carol Cook, Jvonne Jordan, Kenneth Fisher & Rita Bender.

Holmes Funeral Home iof Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Marthena (Marti) Lamoureaux, age 97 of Valentine, NE, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020 at Pine View in Valentine. Serives will be held at a later date. Survivors include: Daughters- Marylee Grooms of Valentine, NE and Nancy Kalenda of Cody, NE. Sister- Betty Bennett of Martin, SD.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Mae Small Bear Arcoren, age 90, passed away May 19th at the Winner Regional Longterm Healthcare center. Graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at St. Thomas Catholic
Cemetery in Mission. Caravan at 1 pm from the Casino; final viewing at 1:30 at cemetery; final prayers & burial at 2 pm. Survivors include: Son: Jim Small Bear, Sr., Daughter: Marlynda Small Bear

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Herbert Pabst, age 84 of Valentine, passed away May 21, 2020 in North Platte, NE. Memorial service is 10:00 am Wednesday, May 27th, 2020 at Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Valentine. Survivors include 3 children: Deb Woodworth of Valentine, NE, Doug Pabst of Maxwell, NE, and Diane Bailey of Valentine, NE

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Gladys Lee, age 73 of White River, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on May 18, 2020. Graveside services are at White River Cemetery on Saturday, May 23, 2020. Survivors include: daughters – Paula Black Wolf and Kimberly Lee, sons – Gerald, Jerry and David Lee. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral services for Nettie M. (Radden) Ross, age 103 of Springview, are Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:00 am at the United Methodist Church in Springview. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Springview. Nettie Ross passes away Thursday, March 12, 2020 in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Survivors include: daughter – Lorraine Ross Hall of New York City, NY, sister – Lorraine Clopton of Manhattan, NY.  There will be no public visitation. 

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

James Pederson, age 66 of Valentine, NE, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home in Valentine. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Survivors include: Brother- Johnny of Casper, WY. Sisters- Alice Shotts of Powell, WY and Ellen Hein of Herrick, SD..

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Graveside service for Herbert Lurz, age 89.of Valentine, NE, is on Thursday, May 21. 2020 at 11:00 am at the Harmony Cemetery north of Valentine. A limited viewing is on Wednesday, May 20th at 5:00 pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Herbert Lurz passed away on Monday, May 18th at Pine View in Valentine.  Survivors include: Son- Bill of Bassett, NE. Daughter- Sharon Beirow of Hastings, NE. Brother- Ivan of Oklahoma.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Desiree Fool Bull, age 32, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020 in Sioux Falls, SD. Graveside Services are on Monday, May 18th at St. Marks Cemetery, Lower Cut Meat, SD. Caravan from the Casino at 12:15 pm. 

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Word has been received that Larry D. Hanna, age 68 of ainsworth, NE, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at the Kearney Regional Center in Kearney, NE. No Memorial Services are planned at this time. Survivors include: Sisters- Jeannie Welke of Johnstown, NE and Anita Hannah of St. George, UT.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Shaun VanderWey, age 16, passed away in Minnesota on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Public viewing is from 5:00-9:00 pm on Monday, May 11th at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine, NE. Due to Covid 19 concerns, the family has chosen to have a private funeral ceremony. All friends are encouraged to gather in their vehicles at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine at 11:30 am on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 to follow the funeral procession to Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine and join them for the graveside service. Survivors include: Mother- Heidi Arens Erdman. Father- Jason VanderWey. Grandparents- Frank and Marcia Arens and Jack and Bonnie VanderWey.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

A Private Graveside Service for Irene Schelm, age 99 of Ainsworth, NE. is on Thursday, May 7, 202 in the Lutheran Cemetery near Ainsworth. Irene Schelm passed away Tuesday, May 5th at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Daughter- Jan Vogelsang of Ainsworth, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Patsy Kindle, age 72 of White River, SD, passed away at Winner Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 30, 2020. A private family funeral service is on Monday evening, May 4th at Holmes Funeral Home in Valeintine, NE. Public viewing is on Tuesday, May 5th at the White River Cemetery in White River, SD beginning at 1:30 pm. Graveside service and burial to follow at 2:00 pm. Survivors include: Husband-William Kindle, Sr. of White River, SD. Sons- William Kindle, Jr. of Rapid City, SD and Brian Kindle of Sunnyvale, CA. Sisters- Janice Adair of Mission, SD,  Sally Herman of Mission, SD, Iva Fernan of Rapid City, SD and Rita Bracha of Rygate MT.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Richard Schemm of Scottsbluff, NE passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020 at the Scottsbluff Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at a later date in Scottsbluff with burial at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Sue. Daughter- Hanna of St, Peters, MO, Naomi of Whitewater, WI and Rachel of Omaha, NE. Son- Nathan of Rowlett, TX. Sister- Dorothy Bazyn of Lincoln, NE. 

Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Melissa Mousseaux, age 50 of St. Francis, SD, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020. Due to current covid 19 gathering restrictions a private wake was held Saturday, April 26th at St. Charles Catholi Cemetery in St. Francis. Survivors include: Children- Shane Mousseaux, Michelle Spotted Elk, Courtney Spotted Elk and Autumn Spotted Elk.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Randolph Points At Him, age 56, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Graveside service and burial is at 11:00 am on Tuesday, April 28th at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD. Survivors include: Siblings- Andy Points At Him, Jr., Theresa Points At Him, Stanford Points At Him, Emily Points At Him-Quick Bear and Emil Wilson.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Visitation for Robert Schneider, age 85 of  Cody, NE, is on Monday, April 27, 2020 from Noon to 1:30 pm MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel. A private family graveside service is at 2:00 pm. Robert Schneider passed away on Wednesday, April 22nd in Omaha, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Shirley of Cody, NE. Duaghters- Julie Piva of Overgaard, AZ, Rosemary Pekarek of Plymouth, MN, Laura Schock of West Fargo, NE and Audra Mollett of Chanhassen, MN. Sons- Marvin of Washington, IL and Phillip of Phoenix, AZ. Sisters- Joan Starr and Pat Mellor. Brothers- Lloyd, Stanley and Ron.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

A Private Family Committal Service for Daniel G. Kozisek, age 88 of Ainsworth, NE, is on April 29, 2020. A Memorial Mass to be held at a later date. Dan Kozisek passed away Wednesday, April 22nd at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Daughter- Colleen Viola of Ft.. Worth, TX. Sons- Mark Kozisek of Ainsworth, NE and Greg Kozisek of Lincoln, NE. Siblings- Mariann Kozisek of Lincoln, NE, Bill Kozisek of Storm Lake, IA and Larry Kozisek of Fond du Lac, WI.

Hoch Funeral Homes, Inc is in charge of the arrangements.

Larry W. Schelm, age 76 of Ainsworth, NE, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at home near Ainsworth. A private family inurnment will be at the Lutheran Cemetery near Ainsworth. Survivors include: Wife- Sandy Schelm of Ainsworth, NE. Children- Lori Schelm of Kansas City, MO, Steve Schelm of Plymouth, MI and Dana Buurman of Bennington, NE. Sister- Jan Vogelsang of Ainsworth, NE.

Hoch Funeral Homes, Inc is in charge of the arrangements.

Private Family Graveside Services for Verna R, Appleman, age 86 of Johnstown, NE, are on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 11:00 am in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Berna Appleman passed away Wednesday, April 22nd at her home near Johnstown. A limited public visitation is o Saturday, April 25th from 9:30 am to 10:30 am at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE. Survivors include: Hosband- John Appleman of Johnstown, NE. Children- Loren Appleman of Johnstown, NE, Lana Hauck of Utica, SD, Lila DeRaad of Uganda and Leonard Appleman of Johnstown, NE. Sisters- Laura Anne Cronk Wilson of Burton, NE, Evelyn Snow of Kearney, NE, Donnabelle Leonhardt of Riverton, WY and Eunice Dowling Skinner of Napa, CA.

Hoch Funeral Homes, Inc is in charge of the arrangements.

Dean Colburn, age 90 of Valentine, NE, passed away Monday, April 20, 2020, at Pine View Good Samaritan Center in Valentine. A limited visitation is from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm on Thursday, April 23rd at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. A private interment is at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors includeL Wife Deloris of Valentine, NE. Daughters- Kay Miller of Ellsworth, NE and Nadeane Allard of Valentine, NE. Son- David of Hot Springs, SD. Daughter-in-law- Christie Colburn of Valentine, NE. Siblings- Dick Colburn of Missouri, Don Colburn of Valentine, NE, Tim Colburn of Valentine, NE, Ann Rosfeld of Valentine, NE and Shirley Mullin of Indiana.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Agatha Killion Lewis, age 81 of Windsor, CO and formerly of Ainsworth, NE, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in Windsor, CO. A private graveside service willbe held at the Ainsworth Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held this summer.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Private Graveside Services for Garth D. “Buck” Carr, age 90 of Springview, NE, are on Friday, April 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm in the Mount Hope Cemetery at Springview with a Military Flag Presentation. Buck Carr passed away Sunday, April 12th at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care Facility in Bassett, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Doris Carr of Springview, NE. Sons- Doug Carr of Springview, NE and Rick Carr of Burton, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in cahrge of the arrangements.

Graveside service for Mildred Hannah, age 91 of Valentine, NE, is at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A limited visitation  is on Tuesday, Aprl 14, 2020 at 3:00 pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mildred Hannah passed away on Thursday, April 9th at Pine View in Valentine. Survivors include: Daughters- Sharon Koger of Colorado and Marie Reagle of Mission, SD.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Vivian Whirlwind, age 81 of Cody, NE, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at her home in Cody. Services are pending and will be held at a later date.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Delpherine Harris, age 86 of Wilmington, OH and formerly of Valentine, NE, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Survivors include: Son- Kenneth Harris of Wilmington, OH. Sisters- Pauline Lorenzetti of Bristol, CT and Gaylene Hamilton of Wilmington, OH. Brother- Wilbur Fay of Crookston, NE. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial is in Sugar Grove Cemetery. A public celebration of Delpherine’s life will be at a later date.

Smith Funeral Homes are in charge of the arrangements.

Terry Temple, age 78 of Valentine, NE, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2020 in Lincoln, NE. Private family graveside services are pending. Survivors include: Wife- Lillian Temple of Valentine, NE. Sons- Russ of Colombe, SD, Mike of North Platte, NE and Ron of Norfolk, NE. Sister- Mary Kinney of North Platte, NE. 

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Private Graveside Services for William Daniel “Blackie” Frederickson, age 65 of Ainsworth, NE, is on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Dan Frederickson passed away Saturday, April 4th at his daughter’s home in Creston, NE. Survivors include: Daughter- Tricia Magsamen of Creston, NE. Son- Travis Leitschuck of Grand Island, NE. Siblings- Jimmy Frederickson of Las Vegas, NV, Jeff Frederickson of Ainsworth, NE and Peggy Ford of Scottsbluff, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Myrtle Helen Dent age 90 of Mullen, NE passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 in Mullen, NE at the Pioneer Memorial Rest Home. A private family graveside will be held. Helen is survived by 3 children:  Mike Dent, Jane Edelman and Steve Dent   

Mullen Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements for Helen Dent www.govierbrothers.com

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary Margaret Young, age 87, of Valentine, Nebraska, passed away on March 25, 2020, at her home. Mary is survived by her two sons, Mike Young and Mark Young of Valentine; three sisters, Joyce Carr and Jo Reagan of Valentine and Patty Schubauer of Blackhawk, SD.  A limited visitation held on March 28 from 5-7pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. A private family graveside service held at Mt. Hope cemetery. 

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

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Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Mason Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

Draucker Funeral Home of  Ogallala and Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine are in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Mason Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements.

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Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine, NE is in charge of the arrangements.

Kotrba-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

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Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

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Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the rrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the rrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the rrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the rrangements.

Govier Brothers Mortuary of Broken Bow is in charge of the arrangements.

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Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Kirk Funeral Home of Rapid City, SD is in charge of the arrangements.

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Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements.