Mildred Kathyrn (Kathy) Engel, 85, of Winner, SD passed away on Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 at the Winner Regional Hospital in Winner, SD. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 22nd, at 11:00 AM at the First Christian Church in Winner, SD. Burial will be held at 2:15PM at the Evergreen Cemetery in Wood, SD. Please be prepared for possible inclement weather.

Survivors include:
3 Siblings: Virginia Ensminger of Valentine, NE, Jim Bennett and his wife Marlene of Gregory, SD, and Ed Bennett and his wife Judy of Valentine, NE.
2 Daughters: Tammy and her husband Jim Trego of Monument, CO and Daughter- Misty Osborn of Burlingame, KS.
3 Grandchildren: Jesse Osborn and fiance Kathy Steck and her daughter Neveah of Topeka, KS, Bayley and Michael Greenberg of Plano TX, and Tyler Trego of Boulder, CO. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

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

Margaret “Margie” Anne Walsh Warren, 72, passed away on Tuesday, September 19^th at her home. A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 24th at Govier Brother’s Mortuary in Broken Bow from 1:00 to 7:00 pm with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, September 25, 2023, at 11:00 CT in Seneca, Nebraska at the Seneca Auditorium. Burial will be at the Seneca Cemetery in Seneca where Margie will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband Bill, and near her parents, Howard and Wanda following the service. Memorials may be sent to the Seneca Cemetery, Seneca Auditorium or AseraCare Hospice in Kearney.
Survivors include her two children:  Tony (Jennifer) Warren of Floyd, Virginia, and Christie (Riley) Jones of Sumner, Nebraska, as well as her eight  grandchildren:  Georgana (Alex) Oden, Chyna Scharpe, Nicholas & Matthew Warren, Reece, Maddox, Kyler and Cruz Jones, as well as her great grandson Jace Alexander Oden,  brothers: Randy Walsh of Kearney, and David (Becky) Walsh of North Platte, sister: Beverly Walsh Bolton of Webb City, Missouri, and stepsister Ann (Trussell) Palmer of Syracuse, KS, as well as many Warren brothers & sisters in law, and many nieces and nephews.

Govier Brothers Mortuary are in charge of arrangements. An online guest book may be signed at www.govierbrothers.coms.

Jackilyn Joyce-Potter Buckendahl, 24, passed away on Thursday, the 26th of January 2023, due to a tragic car accident. Memorial services will be on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 10:30 am at Wintz Funeral Home in Hartington, Nebraska with Joyce Cook officiating. Burial will be at Hartington City Cemetery in Hartington, Nebraska. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wintz Funeral Home in Hartington.

Survivors include: 

Her husband Rory Buckendahl, sons Jaxson Potter and Logan Snodgrass, mother Rebecca (Randy) Kruger, her father Tim Daugherty, her grandfather Rondald Potter Sr. Her sisters Jessica (Deandre) Caldwell, Jennifer (Jordan) Rabern, Monica (Travis) Epp, and Amber Kruger, as well as her brothers Jonathan Kruger, Jordan Kruger, Chuck (Katie) Kruger, and Robert Kruger. As well as her many nieces and nephews that she loved and treated as her own children. Along with many family and friends.

She was greeted at the gates by her grandmother Joyce Potter, her great grandparents Margaret and Robert Potter, great grandparents Earl and Melva Pinkelman, and grandfather Gale Daugherty.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Wintz Funeral Home in Hartington.

Jacob Moran, Jr , 17 month old son of Savannah Schmitz and Jacob Moran Sr., of Mission SD, passed away September 9th in Rosebud SD. Wake: Thursday & Friday, September 21 & 22, 2023, at Fr. Paul Hall, Mission SD. Funeral: 3:00pm Saturday, September 23rd at Fr. Paul Hall, Mission SD. Burial to follow at Moran Family Cemetery, North Antelope SD.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

The funeral service for Betty Shields age 99 of Cody, NE will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM MT at Hunts Chapel in Cody. The burial will follow at the Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the funeral service at the Church in Cody. Mrs. Shields passed away on Sept. 16 in Gordon, NE.
Survivors:
Numerous nieces and nephews.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Marianne DeCora , age 68, of Mission SD, passed away September 14th in Rosebud SD. Wake: Monday & Tuesday, September 18 & 19th, 2023, at the Bishop Harold Jones Building, Mission SD. Caravan will be at 2:30p from the Casino. Wednesday, September 20th 2023 at Hochunk Center, Winnebago NE. Funeral: 4:30pm Thursday, September 21st at Hochunk Center, Winnebago NE. Sunset Burial to follow at Rave Cemetery, Winnebago NE

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Gilbert White, age 41, of Rosebud SD passed away September 14th in Rosebud SD. Wake: Tuesday, Wednesday &Thursday, September 19-21, 2023, 7:00pm at the Sandra Black Bear Residence, Ironwood Community, Rosebud SD. Caravan will be at 3:00pm from the Casino. Funeral: 2pm Friday, September 22th at the Sandra Black Bear Residence, Ironwood Community, Rosebud SD. Caravan will be at 3:00pm from the Casino. Burial to follow at Ironwood Cemetery, Rosebud SD

Survivors:

Children: Ross, Ashton, Gilbert Jr., Ballion, Sophia, Elijah, Aiden, Brianna & Shay

Siblings: Dave Jr., Dodi, Timpsila & Joseph White; Deanna & Pat Bear Heels and Misun Larvie

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

Elizabeth Little Elk , age 73, of Rosebud SD passed away September 12th in Sioux Falls SD. Wake: Monday & Tuesday, September 18th and 19th 2023, the SGU Multipurpose Building, Mission SD. Funeral: 11am Wednesday, September 20th 2023, at SGU Multipurpose Building, Mission SD. Burial to follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Upper Cut Meat SD.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Larry Fisher, age 57 of Florida, passed away June 8, 2023. Graveside service with military honors: 11am, Saturday September 23, 2023 at Sparks Cemetery in Sparks, NE

Survivors:
Daughter: Brandy
Brother: Richard
Uncle: Merle

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements for Larry Fisher.

 A celebration of life service for Gerry Franklin Graham, 83, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, in the Ainsworth Evangelical Free Church. Gerry Graham died Aug. 15 in his home. Survivors include his wife Stella Graham; children Luanne Reed and husband Monte of Ainsworth, Steve Graham and wife Peggy of Ainsworth, and Reno Jeffries and husband Chris of Edgewood, Ky.; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sisters Aliene Clark, and Enid Worth; and other family members.

An outside memorial service for Wauneta J Keller will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the home of her daughter, Rhonda Keller, in Hershey, NE. Following the service, the celebration of Wauneta’s life will continue with many of the things that she enjoyed including food, fellowship, music, karaoke, yard games, etc. Memorials may be made to the family in her name for further designation.

Survivors include:
Son, Robert (Stacia) Keller of Longmont, CO.
Daughters: Bonnie Bellin of Johnstown, CO; Valeta Hallsted of Gilchrest, CO, Rosiland (Ros) (Bruce) Beebout of Kearney, NE; and Rhonda Keller (Russ) of Hershey, NE.
Daughter in law Barbara Keller and special family friend Felix Soto as well as Daisy Mae and 10 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 8 great, great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

To view the full obituary go to https://www.adamsswanson.com/obituary/wauneta-keller

Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Haroldine White Hat , age 79, of St Francis passed away September 1st in Sioux Falls SD. Wake: Thursday & Friday, September 7th and 8th 2023, 7:00pm at St Francis Community Building, St Francis SD. Caravan will be at 1:00pm from the Kilgore State Line. Funeral: 2pm Saturday, September 9th at St Francis Community Building, St Francis SD. Burial to follow at St Charles Catholic Cemetery, St Francis SD.
Survivors:
Children: Ed, Donna & Jason White Hat; Juanita Bucking Horse
Siblings: Valentine, David and Rick Sr. White What

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

Funeral services for Patricia Showalter age 91 of Valentine will be held on Saturday, Sept 9, 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Visitation will be on Friday, Sept. 8th from 12:30PM to 2:00 PM at the Valentine Methodist Church. Mrs. Showalter passed away on September 5, 2023 at the Cherry Hills Assisted Living in Valentine.
Survivors
Daughter-Sandra Assman ( Pronounced Osmand) of White River, SD
Son-Robert Lee of Mission, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Larry William Hissong, 71, of Ord, NE, passed away on August 26, 2023, at CHI Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE, surrounded by family and friends. A service will be held in Valentine, Nebraska on September 16th at 11am, and burial will be at the Ainsworth Cemetery on September 17th at 1pm.
Survivors Include:
Wife Cynthia Hissong of Ord, NE
Son Travis (Jodi) Hissong of Valentine, NE
– Matthew (Patricia) Holy, Jennifer and Justin
Daughter Bobbie (Michael) Battershaw of Valentine, NE
– Gunnar, Taylor, Brenden, and Adalynn
Son Chad (Becky) Hissong of Columbus, NE
– Ariana and Keaton
Son Jason (Katie) Hissong of Ord, NE
– Colby Hissong, Kaylee Hissong,
5 Great grandchildren: Emily, Maverick, Bentley, and Braxton Holy, and Alonna Hissong
Sister Jaine Hainline
Brother Mike (Sue) Hissong

Graveside Services for Donald Arthur Hines age 91 of Ainsworth will be held on Thursday (Sept. 7, 2023) at 11:00 A.M. (MT) in the Martin Community Cemetery at Martin, SD. Donald Hines passed away Saturday (Sept. 2, 2023) at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Shirleigh of Ainsworth
2 Children: Cindy Buckles of Ainsworth
& Gary (Andrea) Hines of Martin
5 GC & 9 GGC
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Public Visitations for Donald Hines will be held on Wednesday (Sept. 6, 2023) from 4:00 PM to 7:00 P.M. (CT) at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.

Arrangements are being handled through the Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth and the Bennett County Funeral Service of Martin.

Memorials have been suggested to the family in his name for a future designation.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com and www.chamberlainpier@hotmail.com.

Funeral Service for Lloyd J. “Sunny” Alderman age 98 of Lebanon, Oregon formerly of Newport, NE will be held on Tuesday (September 5, 2023) at 10:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.  Burial will follow in the Newport Cemetery with military honors by the Newport and Bassett American Legion Posts.  Lloyd Alderman died Saturday (August 26, 2023) at the Lebanon Veteran’s Home in Lebanon, Oregon.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:

  Six Children:  Jann Reichenberg of Jefferson, Oregon

     James Alderman of Albany, Oregon

     Vange Alderman of Seaside, Oregon

     Jonn Alderman of North Platte, Nebraska

    &  Vance Alderman and Robert Alderman of Lincoln

   Daughter-in-law:  Jeanne Alderman of Fults, Illinois

   16 Grandchildren & 26 Great-Grandchildren

Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations will be held one hour prior to services at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Newport Volunteer Fire Department in Lloyd’s name and may be mailed in care of: Hoch Funeral Home, 1320 E. 4^th St.,  Ainsworth, NE 69210.  To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Arlene Leading Cloud , age 59, passed away August 23^nd in Rapid City , SD. Wake: Wednesday, August 30^th at Swift Bear Community Hall, White River SD. Caravan will be at 10:am from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Thursday, August 31st at Swift Bear Community Hall, White River SD. Burial at White River Cemetery
Survivors Include:
Sons: Craig Valandra, Travis Leading Cloud-Valandra & Ryan Leading Cloud
Siblings: Fred Leading Cloud & Clarabelle Leading Cloud
Grandson: Xavier Charles Valandra

Fred Quick Bear Sr. , age 58, passed away August 23nd in Rosebud , SD. Wake: Friday, September 1st at Norris Town Hall, Norris SD. Caravan will be at 1:00pm from the Rosebud Casino. Final Viewing and Prayers: 10am Saturday, September 2nd at Norris Town Hall, Norris SD.
A memorial service and Inurnment will be held at a later date

Funeral service for Judy McGuire age 80 of Valentine will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church. The burial will follow at 1:30 PM at the Ainsworth Cemetery. A Visitation will be on Friday, Sept. 1 at 3:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mrs. McGuire passed away on August 27 in Lincoln, NE.
Survivors
Daughter-Debra McGuire of Lincoln, NE
Son-Jason of Lincoln, NE
Daughter-Mayde McGuire of Lincoln, NE

Sisters-Bonita Parks of Ord, NE
LaVeta Sargent of Lincoln, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Justin Stoddard, age 35, passed away August 22nd in White River , SD. A memorial gathering and time of remembrance will be held Monday, August 28, 2023 @ 10:00am at the Ben Looking White Memorial Hall in Norris SD. Prayers will begin at 7:00pm. Funeral: 10am Tuesday August 29th at the Ben Looking White Memorial Hall in Norris SD. Burial at St Paul Episcopal Cemetery, Norris SD

Funeral Services for Laura Anne Cronk Wilson age 95 of Springview, NE will be held on Monday (Aug. 28, 2023) at 10:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE. Burial will follow in the Olive Branch Cemetery at Mills, NE. She passed away Saturday (August 19, 2023) at Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
6 Children: Morris (Jeanie) Cronk of Fort Laramie, WY
Lillian (Morgan) Jensen of Evans, CO
David (Dawn Marie) Cronk of Torrington, WY
Ruth (Jack) McKnight of Torrington, WY
Stephen (Judy) Cronk of Springview
Drayton (Sherry) Cronk of Springview
Chuck (Donna) Oaks of Choctaw, OK
& Kat (Jim) Dowley of Green River, WY
27-Grandchildren * 37-Great-Grandchildren * 4-Great-Great-Grandsons
2-Sisters: Donnabelle Leonhardt of Riverton, WY
& Eunice Skinner of Napa, CA
Brother-in-law: John Appleman of Johnstown, NE
Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Laura Anne Cronk Wilson will be held on Sunday (Aug. 27, 2023) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and will continue on Monday one-hour prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Keya Paha Foundation in memory of Laura Anne. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Jamie Two Charger, age 35 of Old Two Strike, passed away Monday August 14th. Wakes: Friday-Sunday at the Two Charger Residence in Old Two Strike. Funeral Ceremonies, Meal and Final Viewing: Monday August 21st from 11am-4pm. Private Inurnment at a later date.
Survivors:
Children: Ashton & Khloe Spotted War Bonnet and Jamison Two Charger
Parents: James Two Charger Sr & Madonna Bear Robe
Siblings: Quentero & Quentta Two Charger

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

Quentin Two Charger, age 38 of Old Two Strike, passed away Monday August 14th. Wakes: Friday-Sunday at the Two Charger Residence in Old Two Strike. Funeral Ceremonies, Meal and Final Viewing: Monday August 21st from 11am-4pm. Private Inurnment at a later date.
Survivors:
Sons: Xavier Quinn and Zaiden Quincey Two Charger
Daughter: Destiny Jade Perez
Parents: James Two Charger Sr & Madonna Bear Robe
Siblings: Quentero & Quentta Two Charger

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Lynelle Hairy Shirt, age 69 of St. Francis, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on August 16th. Rosary Service: 1:30pm Monday August 21 at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine. 2pm caravan from the funeral home to the wake. Wake service: 7:30pm Monday August 21st at St. Francis Community Hall. Funeral: Noon Tuesday August 22nd at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in St Francis. Burial: Kate Horse Looking/Hairy Shirt Family Cemetery, St. Francis.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral service for Eldon G. Mundorf, 91, of Norfolk, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, August 17, 2023 at the Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk. Pastor Lee Weander will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, also at the Stonacek Funeral Chapel. Public graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Valentine, NE. Eldon passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 at the Faith Regional Hospital in Norfolk. Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk is in charge of the arrangements.

Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk will handle the arrangements.

A Graveside Memorial Service for Douglas E. Kuhre age 70 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Friday (August 18, 2023) at 10:30 AM in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Doug Kuhre died Sunday (August 13, 2023) in the Rock County Hospital in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Carol Kuhre of Ainsworth
Children: Kara (T.C.) Buechle of Wood Lake, NE
Katie (Clint) Painter of Ainsworth
Ki Kuhre of Ainsworth
6 GC
Siblings: Loretta Daniels of Emmet, NE
Louree (Dean) Chapman of Lincoln, NE
Becky (Clinton) Assarsson of Valentine, NE
Along with Nieces, Nephews and Other Family Members

There will be no visitations.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Doug’s name for a future designation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Nicole Valandra, age 36 of Mission, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on August 9th. Wakes: 7pm Tuesday & Wednesday at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Caravan 1pm Tuesday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Thursday August 17th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Burial at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery, Mission

Survivors:

Children: Mason & Madisyn Valandra

Siblings: Deni Dawn Valandra, Beau John Valandra & Dennis Valandra, Jr.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mass of Christian Burial for Michelle McIntosh age 46 of Thedford will be held on Monday, August 14, 2023 at the Thedford High School at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at the Hillcrest Cemetery at Thedford. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, August 13 at 7:00 PM at the Thedford Highschool. Mrs. McIntosh passed away on August 10, 2023 in Thedford.
Survivors
Husband-Brent
Children-Drew and Lindsey
Parents-Mark and Marian Nutter
Sister-Tricia Buell

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Memorial service for Chad Lurz, age 55 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the Methodist Church in Ainsworth. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Harmony Cemetery, north of Valentine. Chad passed away on October 20, 2022, in Omaha.
Survivors
Sister-Laura Cordes of Hettinger, ND
Brothers-James Lurz of St. Paul, NE
Michael Lurz of Ainsworth, NE

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

Skye Lee, age 35 of Rosebud SD, passed away at IHS Rosebud on August 7th. Wake Services: Saturday & Sunday, August 12th & 13th, 2023 at St Bridget’s Church, Rosebud SD @ 7:00pm. Funeral: 2pm Monday, August 14th, 2023 at St Bridget’s Church, Rosebud SD. Burial at St Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Spring Creek SD.
Survivors:
Mother: Angeline Long
Siblings: Skylette & Skyler Lee, Corey, Cathleena & Brandon Long and Jamie White Buffalo
Significant Other: Christy Witt

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary Young Bear, age 66, passed away at her home near St. Francis, SD on August 4th. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at the Soldier Creek Community Hall. Caravan: Wednesday at 3:30pm from the Mary Young Bear Residence to Soldier Creek. Funeral: 2pm Friday August 11th at Soldier Creek Community Hall. Burial at Grace Chapel Cemetery, Soldier Creek
Survivors:
Children: Steve Sr, Orin Jr, Mellissa, Anthony & Bill Horse Looking
Siblings: Paula Moccasin-Martinez, Gilbert Black Moon, Severt Jr & Melvin Young Bear & Ursula Aldrich

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

A graveside celebration of life service for William “Billy” Slusher will be held Saturday August 12 at 3pm. Services will be held at Mount Hope Cemetary in Valentine.

Daisy McMurtrey, age 43 of the Wood Lake/Valentine area, passed away in Omaha, NE on July 25th

A celebration of her life will be held Wednesday August 9th from 1-5pm under the pavilion at the Valentine City Park.

Survivors include:
Parents: Mike & Robin McMurtrey
Sister: Teara Ellis

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

Memorial Service for Gary L. Jones age 70 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Thursday (August 10, 2023) at 10:30 AM in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church. A Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Highland Grove Cemetery north of Ainsworth. Gary Jones died in a motorcycle accident on Thursday (August 3, 2023) near Wewela, South Dakota.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Shari Jones of Ainsworth
4 children: Thad Jones of Ainsworth, Becky (Kevin) Mizner of Springview, NE, Casey Jones and fiancé, Mary Gambill of Ainsworth, Maegan (Kyle) Urban of Waverly, NE
4 Grandchildren & 2 Great-Grandchildren
2 Step-Grandsons & 2 Step-Great-Grandchildren
Sisters: Sandy (Dan) Clapper of Johnstown, NE, Sue Porter of Ainsworth
Along with Nieces, Nephews and Other Family Members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Gary’s name for future designation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Service for Ronny D. Roggasch age 55 of Papillion, NE will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 10:00 am at the Methodist Church in Bassett, NE.  Burial will follow in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine, NE.  Ronny Roggasch died Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at his residence in Papillion.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:

 Brother:  Randy Roggasch of Omaha, NE

 Uncle & Aunt: Don Roggasch of Rose, NE

 Aunt: Regina Brockley of Lincoln, NE

 Numerous other family members and friends

Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the Methodist Church.

Memorials have been suggested to the family in Ronny’s name for a future designation.  To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Collins Roubideaux, age 67 of Okreek, passed away in Rapid City on August 1st. Wake Service: Friday at the Okreek Community Center. Caravan from the Casino at 10am. Funeral: 2pm Saturday at the Okreek Community Center. Burial at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery, Okreek.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sharon Marlis Bryant, age 83, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, in her home at Highland Park Assisted Living in Alliance, Nebraska.

Sharon Bryant is survived by her son, Lonty Bryant of Kearney, NE, daughter Danea Bryant Biltoft of Spokane, WA, and daughter in law Tara Carver Bryant of Kilgore, NE.

A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at a later date. Memorials in her name may be given to the Sandhills Area Foundation.

Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Sharon Bryant.

Beth White, age 29, passed away in Minnesota on July 16. She was the daughter of the late Laban White Jr. & Gloria Stead A service of remembrance will be held at 2pm Saturday July 29th at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud with inurnment following at Spotted Tail Cemetery, Rosebud.
Survivors include:

6 BROTHERS: DARRIN & LABAN WHITE III, CLEVELAND GOOD SHIELD, BENJAMIN, ELIAS AND JOSEPH FLORES

1 SISTER: JAMIE STEAD WHITE

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

Charles White Hat, age 71 of St Francis SD, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on July 22, 2023. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday, July 26th & 27th, 2023 at St Francis Community Building. Caravan 2pm Wednesday from the Kilgore State Line. Funeral: 2pm Friday, July 28, 2023 at St Francis Community Building. Burial at St Charles Catholic Cemetery, St Francis, SD. Survivors: Siblings: Richard, Valentine, David and Haroldine White Hat

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Charles White Hat.

Funeral services for Gene McCormick will be held Thursday, July 27th at 1:00pm at the Holmes Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Valentine NE. Gene, age 90, passed away July 19, 2023 at his home and is survived by: Sons: Brad McCormick of Valentine NE & Jim McCormick of Chappell NE, Brother: Melvin McCormick of Colorado.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that a donation be made to the Valentine Senior Center in Gene’s memory.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the funeral announcements.

Patricia White Hat, age 26 of St Francis SD, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on July 13, 2023. Wakes: Friday & Saturday, July 21th & 22th, 2023 at Spring Creek Community Building, Spring Creek SD. Caravan 1pm Friday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 9am Friday, July 23, 2023 at Spring Creek Community Building, Spring Creek SD. Burial at St Patrick Cemetery, Spring Creek, SD. Meal and Giveaway after burial at the St Francis Community Building

Survivors:

Sons: Marcus & Santana Conway-Hay

Father: Brian White Hat

Grandmother: Bevelyn Brave Hawk

Holmes Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Funeral service for Sharon Davison, age 85 of Ainsworth will be held on Friday, July 21 at 2:00 PM at the Assembly Of God Church in Ainsworth. Burial will follow at the Ainsworth Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, July 21 starting at 12:30 PM at the church prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Davison passed away on July 17, 2023 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth.
Survivors:
Daughter-Susan O’Hare of Ainsworth
Son-Thomas of Hot Springs, SD
Brothers-Richard Haszard of Ainsworth
David Hughes of Colorado

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Graveside service for DH Lovejoy, age 78 of Phoenix, AZ and formerly of the Mission area will be held on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.  DH passed away on January 7, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ.
Survivors:
Children-Dean Lovejoy & Jason Lovejoy of Milwaukee, WI
Sister-Kitty Lovejoy of Phoenix, AZ

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

A Memorial Service for Edward D. Parker age 68 of Johnstown, NE will be held on Tuesday (July 18, 2023) at 11:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE. Ed Parker died Tuesday (July 11, 2023) at Bryan Medical Center East in Lincoln, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: JoAnn of Johnstown
4 Children: Joshua Parker of Overton, NE
Misty Bland of Hoxie, KS
Tiffany Parker of Lincoln, NE
& Jessica Uhrich of Cozad, NE
8 Grandchildren
1 Stepson: Tate (Megan) Johnson of Excelsior Springs, MO
2 Step grandchildren
Siblings: Shirley (Brad) Houlden of Imperial, NE
Bev (Chuck) Volk of Cozad
Robert Pakrer of Spencer, IA
& Gene (JoAnn) Parker of Cozad
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Those attending services are asked to please wear casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Ed’s name for a future designation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Theodore Marshall, Sr, age 55 of Rosebud SD, passed away in Rapid City, SD on July 6, 2023. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday, July 12th & 13th, 2023 at Spring Creek Gym, Spring Creek SD. Caravan 2pm Wednesday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Friday, July 14, 2023 at Spring Creek Gym, Spring Creek SD. Burial at Episcopal Cemetery, Spring Creek, SD
Survivors:
Children: Antonio, Theodora, Stephanie, Marlene, Theodore, Jr., Xavier, Adam, Summer, Wanbli, Hehaka, Mato & Eyan
Siblings: Arthur, Jr., Sandra, Helen, Sylvia & Rosella

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Word has been received of the death of Larry L. Sanger age 83 of Bassett formerly of Valentine. Larry Sanger died Sunday (July 9, 2023) at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Son: Brian Sanger of Valentine
Brother: Bill Sanger of Bassett
Niece: Vicki (George) Friedrich of Bassett
Nephew: Dr. Jeff (Kelly) Sanger of Broken Bow, NE
Along with other family members

Per Larry’s wishes, no services will be held.

Hoch Funeral Home of Bassett is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Memorial Service for Gerald William Osborn age 94 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday (July 8, 2023) at 2:00 PM in the Ainsworth Congregational Church. Military Honors are to be conducted by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79. A Double Inurnment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery for Gerald and wife Beverly Osborn. Gerald Osborn passed away June 20, 2023 and Beverly (Grazier) Osborn died May 6, 2023.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
3 Children: Craig (Rita) Osborn of Omaha
Kathleen (Dana) English of Kearney
& Kent Osborn of Phoenix, AZ
8-GC 16-GGC & 2-Stepgranddaughters
3 Sisters-in-law: Anne Osborn of Oklahoma City, OK
Elaine Osborn of Chandler, AZ
& Susan Osborn of Loveland, CO
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Brown County Community Foundation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Phillip Burnette, age 40 of Mission, passed away June 30, 2023. Wake service: 7pm Friday July 7th at the SGU Multipurpose Building in Mission. Caravan at 1pm from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 10am Saturday July 8th at the SGU Multipurpose Building Burial at White River Cemetery. Survivors: Mother: Debbie Burnette. 5 sons: Phillip, Payton & Michael Barrera, Dameon Burnette and JJ Prue. 2 brother: Dewey & Jeremiah Burnette

Holmes Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Phillip Burnette.

Alice Smith age 76 of Brownlee, NE passed away July 4, 2023, at the Azria Health Centennial Park in North Platte, NE. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 10:30 am at the United Church of Christ in Thedford, NE with Pastor Les Parmenter officiating. Burial will follow in the Brownlee Cemetery at Brownlee, NE. A visitation will be held Tuesday morning from 9:00 to service time at the United Church of Christ.

Govier Brothers Mortuary of Mullen are in charge of arrangements. Words of encouragement may be left at www.govierbrothers.com

Renee Thin Elk, age 71 of North Antelope, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on July 1st. Funeral: 11am Friday Jul 7th at Diamond T Ranch. Burial at Holy Family Cemetery, North Antelope.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Renee Thin Elk.

Taylor Eagle, age 27 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on June 27th. Wake: Friday, July 7th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission, SD. Wake will begin at 4pm with prayer service at 7pm. Funeral: 11am, Saturday July 8th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building Inurnment at a later date at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission
Survivors:
Son: Jace Eagle
Sister: Nalani Jordan
Grandparents: Don & Karen Eagle

Holmes Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Memorial service for Al Grooms, age 76 of Valentine will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. A private family graveside service will be held at the Sparks Cemetery. Mr. Grooms passed away on January 14, 2022, in Valentine.
Survivors
Son-James of Kansas City
Daughter-Stephanie Hiersche of Kansas City
Sons-Mathew & Nathan both of Denver

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

Darlene Crow Eagle, age 76 of Two Strike, passed away in Rapid City on June 24th. Wakes: Thursday & Friday at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud, 10am Thursday caravan from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 1pm Saturday, July 1st at St. Bridget’s Church. Burial at Crow Eagle Cemetery, Two Stike, SD
Survivors:
Children: Martina Crow Eagle, Regina Adams, Daryl Crow Eagle & Doris Crow Eagle
5 Siblings: Arlene Black Bear and Roger, Velda, William and Mike Crow Eagle

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

Monica Bordeaux, age 68 of Mission, passed away in Englewood, CO on June 20th. Wakes: Thursday & Friday June 29-30 at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Caravan 2pm Thursday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral 1pm Saturday July 1st at the Bishop Harold Jones Building. Burial: Tribal Veterans Cemetery near White River, SD
Survivors:
Children: Travis Bordeaux Sr. and Keesha Dillon
Siblings: Martha Jimerson, Barbara Semans, Leatrice Moran, Adrian Dillon,
Diana Dillon & Doug Dillon, Sr

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

Carol Schubauer, age 78, passed away June 8, 2023 in Stuart NE. A celebration of life has been planned for July 29th 2023 @ 11am at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Valentine NE. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.
Survivors Include:
4 Children: Matt Schubauer of Rio Vista TX, Tracy McCormick of Chappell NE, Mark Schubauer of Valentine NE and Toni Frank of Lincoln NE
Brother: Bob Pierce of Hidden Timber SD
Sister-In-Law: Monica Francke of Valentine NE

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangments.

Graveside service for PFC Dale Dewayne Thompson age 18 will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mr. Thompson went missing in action in the Korean War on December 2, 1950. Survivors: Cousins: Betty Schroeder of North Platte, NE, Pat Mundorf of Lincoln, NE, Sharon Strombaugh of Lexington, NE, Sally Nelson of Salt Lake City, UT, Nieces: Connie Otterness of Vero Beach, FL, Gayle Henderson of Goddard, KS, Janice Enright of Cape Coral, FL, Cathy Duncan of Valentine, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Kennith Oliver Jr, age 36 of Surprise AZ, passed away on June 18, 2023. Celebration of Life & Memorial Meal: 11am Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Fr Paul Hall, Mission SD. Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date. Survivors Include: Mother: Cathy Sully, Sister: Nicolette “Nikki” Two Charger, Brother: Grae, Thorne & Hunter Oliver, Brent Valandra, Children: Aaliyah, Ethan & Ezekiel.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangments.

Graveside memorial service for Mary Frances & George Fleming will be held on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Pastor Andrew Utecht will officiate. A gathering of friends and relatives will be held at 4:00 PM after the graveside service at Our savior Lutheran Church in Valentine.
Survivors
Son-Richard of Texas
Daughter-Pamela Shelbourn of Elkhorn, NE

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

Word has been received of the death of Duane M. Johnson age 69 of Johnstown, Nebraska. Duane Johnson died Tuesday, (June 20, 2023) at his residence north of Johnstown. At this time, no services are planned. Survivors include: Wife: Geri Johnson of Johnstown. 4 Children: Sam Johnson of Ainsworth, Laurel Johnson & significant other, Dr. Liran Bendor of Des Moines, IA, Hannah Harmon and husband, Thomas and Lars Johnson all of Lincoln, NE. Father-in-law: James Snyder and wife, Becky of Sun Lakes, AZ. Siblings: Harold Johnson JR. and wife, Gaylia of Omaha, NE, Diane Johnson and husband, Chris Stahlke of Fort Calhoun, NE, Blaine Johnson and wife, Nina of York, NE. Along with nieces, nephews, and other family members. 

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is assisting with arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com

A Private Memorial Graveside Service for David Cap Haskell age 52 of Ainsworth formerly of Valentine will be held at later date in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Cap Haskell died Sunday (June 18, 2023) in a one-vehicle accident east of Valentine.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Mother: Jeannie Haskell of Valentine
Siblings: Margo (Scott) Johnson of Ainsworth
Cameron Haskell and Jacob (Lacey) Haskell all of Maxwell, NE
& Savannah (Kyle) Dinslage of Omaha, NE
Step-mom: Susan Haskell of Ainsworth
Girlfriend: Kori Anderson of Wheaton, KS
Along with other family members

Memorials may be made to the family in Cap’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A Celebration of Life Event for Scott R. Trofholz, age 58 of Ainsworth, Nebraska will be held on Saturday (June 24, 2023) 7:00 PM at 32780 S. Votaw Road northeast of Wellfleet, NE. Snacks will be provided. Please bring your own beverage. Scott Trofholz died Monday, June 12, 2023 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Children: Tayler (Kelly) Tidyman of Valentine, NE
& Shane Trofholz of Kearney, NE
2 Grandchildren
Brother: Tim (Diane) Trofholz of Lebo, KS
Sister: Tami Robinson of Naples, FL
Along with Nieces, Nephews and Other Family Members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Scott’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A Memorial Service for Ruth E. Werner age 95 of St. Paul, Nebraska formerly of North Loup, Nebraska will be held on Friday (June 23, 2023) at 10:30 AM in the Bassett Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Ruth Werner passed away March 9, 2023 in the Brookefield Park Nursing Home in St. Paul, Nebraska.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Sister: Nancy Harlan of Bassett
Numerous nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the donor’s choice or to the family in Ruth’s name. Hoch Funeral Home of Bassett is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Memorial Service for Ralph L. Mefferd, Jr. age 90 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.  A Military Flag Presentation will be performed by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79.  Inurnment will take place at a late date in the Ainsworth Cemetery.  Ralph Mefferd, Jr. died April 11, 2023, at Western Nebraska Veteran’s Home in Scottsbluff.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife:  Betty Mefferd of Scottsbluff NE
2 Children:  Sandra Mefferd of Chadron, NE  & Michael (Carmen) Mefferd of Rapid City, SD
  5 Grandchildren – 5 Great-Grandchildren
Brother:  Charlie Mefferd of Kearney, NE
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family for future designation.  To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Sidney Reddest, age 85 of Rosebud, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on June 12, 2023. Wakes: 7pm nightly, Thursday & Friday at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Caravan 1pm Thursday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 10am Saturday, June 17th at St. Bridget’s in Rosebud. Burial at Crow Eagle Family Cemetery, St. Francis, SD.

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

Word has been received of the death of Scott R. Trofholz, age 58 of Ainsworth, Nebraska. Scott Trofholz died Monday, June 12, 2023 at Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth. Per the request of the deceased, there will be no services. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Children: Tayler (Kelly) Tidyman of Valentine, NE & Shane Trofholz of Kearney, NE, 2 Grandchildren. Brother: Tim (Diane) Trofholz of Lebo, KS
Sister: Tami Robinson of Naples, FL. Along with Nieces, Nephews and Other Family Members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Scott’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral service for Tim Stiefel age 84 of Lincoln and formerly of the Valentine area, will be held on Thursday, June 15th at 11:00am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Visitation will be held, 1 hour prior to the funeral at the church. Mr. Stieffel passed away on June 12th in Lincoln. Suvivors include: Wife- Judy of Lincoln, NE. Brother- Dick of Crookston. 

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of service arrangements for Tim Stiefel. 

Tiffany Spotted War Bonnet, age 48 of St. Francis, passed away in Rapid City, SD on June 2, 2023

Wake: Monday June 12 at the St. Francis Community Building

Funeral: 1pm Tuesday June 13 at St. Francis Community Building

Burial: Wapaha Gleska Cemetery west of St. Francis

Survivors include: Children: Sandra Locke, Tristan & Christopher First Jr, Patrick Jr, Peyton & Preston Checkpa & Chandon Spotted War Bonnet. Mother: Buelah White Hawk. Siblings: Lucille Running, Rhinona, Skylene, & Kristen Spotted War Bonnet

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the services.

Judy Mayhew, age 78 passed away at her home June 5, 2023. Visitation is set for June 9 from 11;00-5:00 pm at Holmes Funeral Home.

Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, June 24th. Internment at Ainsworth Cemetery Not further details available at this time.

Survivors include daughter Kim Homan and sons John and Jim Mayhew.

Holmes Funeral Home is taking care of the arrangements. 

Word has been received of the death of Clarence R. Sorenson age 82 of Brewster formerly of Long Pine. Clarence Sorenson died Monday, June 5, 2023 at his residence north of Brewster. There will be memorial services in Retreat, Wisconsin at a later date. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Daughters: Nancy (Marc) Peterson of Brewster, NE, Rebecca (Kevin) Johnson of Brooklyn Park, MN, 7-GC 6-GGC Sisters: Betty Williamson of Beloit, WI, Beverly Thew of Mauston, WI, & Vicky Cox of Beloit, WI, Sister-in-law: Avis Denu of Tomah, WI, Along with other family members

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is assisting with arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit: www.hochfuneralhome.com

Alma Valandra, age 84 of Mission, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on June 6, 2023. Wake: Sunday June 11th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Caravan at 3pm from the Casino. Funeral & Final Viewing: 10am Monday June 12th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Private inurnment at a later date. Survivors: 3 children: Don Allen, Barbara Allen & Beth Valandra-Burnette, 3 siblings: Tom Conroy, Chuck Conroy & Joanne Conroy.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle services for Alma Valandra.

Mass of Christian Burial for Carol Johnson, age 79 of Cody will be held Tuesday, June 6 sy 10:00 AM MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel, NE.  Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nenzel.

Survivors include daughters Lisa Roth of Lincoln and Lori Gaskins of Lincoln, sons Shane Wobig of Cody and Shad Wobig of Cody, sister Colleen Frederickson and Brothers Larry Johnson, John Johnson, George Johnson and Ed Johnson.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements. 

Isaiah ‘Gump’ Brave, age 32 of Mission, passed away May 31, 2023. Wakes: 7pm nightly, Monday & Tuesday, June 5-6, 2023 at St. Francis Community Center. Caravan at Noon Monday from the Casino Funeral: 2pm, Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at St. Francis Community Center.Burial: St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis. Survivors include: Dad: Ted Brave, Jr. Siblings: Sissy One Star, Austin, Grace Rose, Roni, Mecca, Em & Hoksila Brave and Zachary Big Crow, Grandma: Ida Marshall.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Rick Galloway, age 74 of Crookston, passed away in Omaha on May 26th. Graveside memorial service: 4pm central / 3 mountain time on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at the Galloway Family Cemetery south of Kilgore, NE.Survivors include: Wife: Ann Galloway 2 sons: Shane & Shade Galloway-Dukat (doo-cot) 2 brothers: August & Keven (Kee-vin) Galloway.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mass of Christian Burial for former Valentine resident, Roger Studeny, age 75 of Hager City, Wisconsin will be Thursday, June 1st at the Church of St. Joseph in Red Wing, Minnesota. Roger is survived by his wife Doris and by his son John of Bellvue, NE and daughters Sarah Roasch of Odessa, TX and Ivy Conrad of Hager City, WI, brother Allan of Rolla, Missouri and sisters Beth Newland of Valentine and Priscilla Aase of Bassett, NE.

Funeral service for Arvella Foster age 87 of Valentine will be held on Thursday, June 1 at 1:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The burial will follow at the Sparks Cemetery in Sparks, NE. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the funeral at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Miss Foster passed away on May 27 at the Ainsworth Care Center in Ainsworth.
Survivors
Sister-Charlene Neilsen of Idaho
Brother-Charles of Sparks, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral service for Ivan Reagle age 76 of rural Todd County, SD will be held on Monday, June 5 at 2:00 PM at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be on Sunday, June 4 starting at 5 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. Reagle passed away peacefully at his home on May 27, 2023.
Survivors
Wife- Sheila
Her Children-Amber Kruger
Chuck Kruger
Robert Kruger
Brother-Leonard Reagle
Sisters-in-law-Marie Reagle
Vicky Reagle

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral Service for Robert D. “Bob” Tuttle age 85 of Springview will be held on Tuesday (May 30, 2023) at 10:30 AM at the Keya Paha County High School Gymnasium in Springview. Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview. Bob Tuttle died Friday (May 26, 2023) at Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
8 Children: Robin Tuttle of Bassett
Shari (Art) Hickman of Howells, NE
Cindy (Steve) Libolt of Springview
Breck (Kris) Tuttle of Ogallala, NE
Chris (Linda) Tuttle of Meadow Grove NE
Kelly Tuttle and significant other, Duane Schrader of Jamison, NE
Paige (Ritch) Havranek of Ravenna, NE
& Heath (Beckie) Tuttle of Lincoln, NE
13 Grandchildren and 21 Great-grandchildren
Sisters-in-law: Lenore Shepperd of Springview
Doris (Ted) Eichenberger of Springview
& Glenda (Lyle) Gurney of Salt Lake City, UT
Nieces, Nephews and Other Family Members

Visitations for Bob Tuttle will be on Monday (May 29, 2023) from 5 to 7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Tuesday one hour prior to services at the gymnasium.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Bob’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

John A. Fisher passed away on Sept. 4th 2022 in Edinburg, TX. He was a long time Valentine resident and owner of the Clinic Pharmacy on the corner of 3rd and Main in Valentine. Survived by his 3 children Margie, Steven, and Anita. The memorial service will be held at Mt. Hope cemetery in Valentine at 2pm on Thursday June 8th.

Graveside Memorial Services for Joan “Jo” M. Irwin age 88 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Jo Irwin died April 20, 2023 at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett.

Son: Rick (Shelli) Irwin of Ainsworth
3 Grandchildren
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Ainsworth Senior Center or the Donor’s choice in Joan’s name. Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Service for Beryl G. Bair age 86 of Fort Collins, CO formerly of Bassett will be held on Friday (May 26, 2023) at 10:00 AM at the Bassett Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Beryl Bair went home to be with the Lord on Sunday (May 21, 2023) at the UC Health Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident recently.
SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Daughters: Kathy (Doug) Saar of Paulden, AZ
Chandra (Wayne) Taylor of Nathrop, CO
Karen (Gerry) Brown of Wellington, CO
& Kayla (John) Keck of Jeffers, MN
22 Grandchildren – 16 Great-Grandchildren & 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Beryl Bair will be one hour prior to the funeral service at the church on Friday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Beryl’s name for a future designation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A memorial service for 70 year old Richard Reese of Valentine Will be held on July 22nd in Valentine. The service will begin at 11aM. More details will be announced in the near future. Richard Reese was a long time Valentine businessman and passed away in Wickenburg Arizona earlier this month.

Graveside service for Gary McCormick age 80 of Norden, NE will be held on Friday, May 26 at 9:30 AM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Funeral service will be held after the graveside at 11:00 AM at the Presbyterian Church in Valentine. A visitation will be on Thursday, May 25 at 7:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. McCormick passed away on May 17, 2023 at his home in Norden. Survivors: Wife-Barbara of Norden Sons-Gerry of Idaho, Bruce of Colorado Daughters-Sonia Coates of Valentine, Brandi Giauque of Colorado, Brothers-Bob of Norfolk, NE, Wayne of Columbus, NE, Neil of Hawaii

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral service for Viola Coleman, age 88 of Valentine, will be held on Tuesday, May 23 at 10:30am at the Valentine Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held on Monday, May 22 at 6:00pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mrs. Coleman passed away on May 17, 2023 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. Memorials may be made to Cherry County Hospital Auxiliary or to the Cherry County Historical Society. Survivors include: Daughter- Jeanie Miller of Scottsbluff, NE. Son- Gary of Valentine, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Celebration of Life for Merle Weihe age 64 of Gordon will be held on Thursday, May 25th at 11:00 MT at the American Legion in Gordon. Lunch will follow. Merle passed away November 28th, 2022, at his home in Gordon. Survivors include: Wife- Kathy of Gordon. Daughters- Samantha Luebbert of Murray, NE, Tina Curtis of Sacramento, CA, and Angela Shadbolt of Merriman, NE. Son- David Ladoucer of North Platte, NE. Sisters- Lindy Ayers, Cindy Connot and Ruth Bennett of Valentine. 

Minerva Kloppel, age 84, passed away at White River Nursing Home on May 5th. Celebration of life service will be 1:00pm Saturday, May 20th at the Christian Life Fellowship in Mission. Survivors include: Daughter- Marietta Kloppel. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Minerva Kloppel.

Sheryl Amiotte, age 58 of Sioux Falls, passed away May 10th. Wake service is scheduled for Thursday, May 18th at Swift Bear Community Hall in Rosebud. Funeral service is on Friday, May 19th at Swift Bear Community Hall with Burial at St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery, White River. Survivors include: Son- Travis Gere and Sister- Karla Becker and Rosie Gere as well as Brother- Lyle Christensen. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Sherryl Amiotte.

Funeral Service for Glen D. Boschen age 85 of rural Long Pine, NE will be held on Thursday (May 18, 2023) at 10:00am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth, NE. Burial will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth. Glen Boschen died Friday (May12, 2023) at his residence near Long Pine. Survivors Include: Significant Other- Dorothy Kenny of Long Pine, 4 Children- Teri Staub of Tilden, NE. Cyndee (Jeff) Staub of Thedford, NE. Glen Dale Boschen of Tilden. Son-in-law- Kevin Petersen of Valentine, NE. 15 Grandchildren, 26 Great-Grandchildren. Brother- Steven (Nancy) Boschen of Broken Bow, NE. Sister- LaRue Shupe of Omaha, NE. Along with nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Visitations for Glen Boschen will be held on Wednesday (May 17, 2023) from 5 to 7pm at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue Thursday on hour prior to services at the church. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Sandhills Cancer Fund, the Ainsworth Pink Ladies Dart League or to the donor’s choice in Glen’s name. To leave an online condolence. please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Erma Tetherow, age 88, passed away May 10th in Valentine, NE. Funeral is on Tuesday, May 16th at 10:30am at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valentine, NE with burial at Mount Hope Cemetery, Valentine, NE. Survivors include: Children- Chuck Tetherow of Crookston  and Cindy Randall of Blair NE and Sister- Jean Thompson of Stockville, NE.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Erma Tetherow.

Julia Peneaux, age 64, passed away in Rosebud SD May 2

Wake: Saturday & Sunday, May 6-7, 2023 at the SGU Multipurpose Building, Mission SD.   Caravan from the Casino @ 1pm. Funeral: 1pm Monday, May 8 at the SGU Multipurpose Building, Mission SD. Burial at St Charles Catholic Cemetery St Francis, SD.

Survivors: Children: Troylynn Peneaux-Beck, John Peneaux, Celeste Peneaux-Dowe, Marvelle Peneaux & Mary Peneaux-Leader Charge Siblings: Pam Giroux, Roberta Jordan, Roxie Witt & Phillip Witt

Karlanne Holmes-Fisbeck is in charge of the arrangements.

Meredith D. “Punk” Worth, age 92 of Springview passed away Tuesday, May 2nd at his home near Springview.

Survivors include: His wife, Enid of Springview, son Ron Worth and daughter Lorraine Worth both of Springview, 3 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother Malvern “Corky” Worth and his wife, Janet of Springview along with nieces, nephews, ahd numerous other family members. 

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

Melvin Hartman, age 86 of Kilgore, passed away April 24th in Lincoln, NE.

Funeral services will be at 11 am, Monday, May 1st at the Methodist Church in Valentine. Reception will immediately follow at the Community Hall in Kilgore.

Survivors include 3 children: Dawn Chivers of Kilgore, Tom Hartman of Kilgore and David Hartman of Kilgore plus 2 sisters: Darlene Barry of Rapid City and Lois Hartman of Rapid City.

Holmes Funeral Home is handling service arrangements for Melvin Hartman

Madonna Roan Eagle, age 53, passed away in Lincoln, NE on April 24th. Wake is on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Caravan is at 2:00pm from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral is at 2:00pm Friday, April 28th at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Burial is at St. Patrick Cemetery, Spring Creek. Survivors include: 3 Children- Daniel Roan Eagle, Adrianne Blue Horse and Raven King, 3 siblings- Shirley Roan Eagle, Mary Strickland and Joseph Roan Eagle Sr.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial mass for long time Valentine businessman and banker, Morris Johnson will be held at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 10:30 am.  A lunch in the St. Nicholas Parish Hall will immediately follow the memorial service.  Rosary will be recited Thursday, May 11 at 7:00pm,at the church. Mr. Johnson passed away on December 30, 2022 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife- Maureen of Valentine, Son- Andrew of Valentine.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of the arrangements for Morris Johnson.

Memorial Services for Donald Ray Fernau age 93 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday (May 6, 2023) at 10:30 AM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.  Inurnment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery with Military Honors by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79.  Donald Fernau passed away January 23, 2023 in the Sandhills Care Center at Ainsworth.  SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Son: Ron Fernau of Pueblo, Colorado 5 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren & 4 Great-Great-Grandchildren Sister: Doris (Jerry) Voss of Long Pine Brother-in-Law:  Jerry (Shirley) Greenough of Aurora, NE Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Memorials have been suggested to Ainsworth American Legion Post #79 in Don’s name. 

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements.  To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Jerry Shelbourn, age 85 of Valentine, passed away March 8, 2023. Memorial Graveside Service and Inurnment is at 11:00am on Friday, April 28th at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors include: 4 children- Robert of Valentine, Steven of Keensburg, CO, Elizabeth of Valentine, Scott of Yukon, OK.

Holmes Funeral Home is handling arrangements for Jerry Shelbourn.

Funeral Services for Danny D. Daniels age 64 of Ainsworth will be held on Thursday (April 27, 2023) at 2:00 PM at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Johnstown. Burial will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Danny Daniels died Friday (April 21, 2023) at CHI Health-Good Samaritan in Kearney, Nebraska.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Teri Daniels of Ainsworth
Son: Christopher (Jessica) Frederickson of Ankeny, IA
Daughter: Jennifer (Vance) Denny of Ankeny, IA
5 Grandchildren
Mother: Mary Daniels of Bassett
Sister: Brenda LeMay of Ainsworth
2 Sisters-in-Law: Peggy (John) Gross of Johnstown
Cheri (Ted) Gude of Hawarden, IA
Along with nieces, nephews and numerous other family members.

Visitations for Danny Daniels will be held on Wednesday (April 26, 2023) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Thursday (April 27, 2023) from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.

Those attending services are asked to wear casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Danny’s anem for a future designation. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com. 

Mass of Christian Burial for Joe Hanson, age 84 of Valentine will be held on Friday, April 28, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. The visitation will be on Thursday, April 27, from 5 to 8 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. Hanson passed away on April 22, 2023 in Valentine.
Survivors
Sons-Tony of Valentine, NE
Tee of Valentine, NE
Troy of Blair, NE
Ted of Casper, WY
Sister-Carol Hanson of Lincoln, NE
Brother-Jim of Gillette, WY

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with service arrangements.

A memorial service for Carolyn E. Schipporeit age 83 of Ainsworth will be held on Monday (May 1, 2023) at 10:30am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth with inurnment to follow in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth. Carolyn Schipporeit died April 10, 2023 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska. Survivors include: Brother: Richard “Dick” Schipporeit of Yankton, South Dakota. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Lutheran Church, the Ainsworth Public Library or to the donor’s choice in Carolyn’s name. 

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements for Carolyn Schipporeit.

Betty Anne Kalblinger, age 91, passed away April 17th in North Platte, NE. Graveside service: 12:30pm Friday April 21st at Peace Cemetery south of Mission Memorial service: 2:30pm, Friday April 21st at Grace Lutheran Church in Valentine Survivors include: 3 sons: Fred Skaggs of Mud Creek Gary Kalblinger of Valentine and Bruce Kalblinger of Cozad. 2 brothers: Martin Jones of Mission and Larry Jones of Littleburg. 1 sister: Loretta Hopkins of Williamstown, NJ

Holmes Funeral home of Valentine will handle services for Betty Kalblinger.

George Vosicky, 90, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023 at Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln NE., after a brief illness. To honor George’s wishes, his body was gifted to the Nebraska Anatomical Board (UNMC). A celebration of life will be held in honor of George, Friday, May 12, 2023 at 1:30 pm at Grace Lutheran Church, in Central City, NE. Burial will take place at the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Dannebrog at a later date. He is survived by his wife Jeanene of Lincoln NE, children; JoAnn Norquest of York, Denise Neill of Kearney, and James Vosicky of Lincoln.

Memorials in George’s honor are kindly suggested to Grace Lutheran Church in Central City, and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Dannebrog.

Funeral Service for Margaret L. Seadore age 91 of Long Pine will be held on Friday (April 21, 2023) at 10:00 AM at the Ainsworth Assembly of God Church. Burial will follow in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine. Margaret Seadore died Sunday (April 16, 2023) in the Sandhills Care Center at Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Son: David (Diane) Seadore of Long Pine Daughter: Sharon (Daniel) Anderson of Lexington, NE

Visitations for Margaret Seadore will be held on Thursday (April 20, 2023) from 5-7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue Friday at the church from 9:00 AM until service time at 10:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Margaret’s name. Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth will be in charge of services for Margaret Seadore.

Funeral Mass for Orin Van Winkle age 79 of Kilgore, NE will be held on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 11:00am MT at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel, NE. Burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 8th in Valentine, NE at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Survivors include: Wife- Mary of Kilgore, NE. Daughter- Megan Failor of Hickman, NE. Son- Nathan of Scottsbluff, NE. Brother- Boyd of Edmonton, Canada. Sister- Sharon Grove of Crawford, NE. Sister- Marn Telitz of North Platte, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

James Colombe, age 77 of Mission passed away April 2nd at Rosebud Hospital.

Wake service slated for Friday, April 7, 2023 beginning at 4 pm at the SGU Multipurpose building in Mission. Funeral will be 11 am Saturday April 8 at the SGU Multipurpose Building. Burial at Colombe Family Cemetery.

Survivors include: his wife, Jackie, his son, Guy, sisters Patricia Menck and Barbara Bordeaux and his brothers Bob, Richard “Skinny” and Wayne “red” Colombe.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for James Colombe. 

Funeral service for Stanley L Libolt, age 88 of Burton will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023 at 10:30 AM at Keya Paha High School Gynmasium in Springview. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springvie3w. Standley Libolt passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Avera St Anthony’s Hospital in O’Neill.

Survivors include his wife, Janice Libolt of Burton, 4 children: Kristy Libolt of Neligh NE, Steve Libolt of Springview, Denny Libolt of Springview and Kathy Vandersnick of O’Neill.

Visitations for Stanley Libolt will be held on Thursday April 6, 2023 from 5-7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue Friday at the gymnasium one hour prior to the funeral service.

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth will handle services for Stanley Libolt.

Funeral services for Loretta Brickner, 92, of Chadron, Nebraska will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 10:00 am at Zion Lutheran Church in Hay Springs, Nebraska with Pastor Alan Wierschke officiating.  Burial will be at Hay Springs Cemetery in Hay Springs, Nebraska.  A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 6:00 P.M. at Zion Lutheran Church in Hay Springs.

Mrs. Brickner passed away on March 30, 2023 at Pioneer Manor in Hay Springs, Nebraska

Loretta was born on November 19, 1930 in St. Louis, Michigan

A memorial has been established for the Hay Springs Zion Lutheran Church or Chadron Rural Fire Dept. Donations may be sent to Chamberlain Drabbels Mortuary PO Box  443, Hay Springs, NE  69347

Online condolences can be made at www.chamberlainchapel.com

CHAMBERLAIN DRABBELS MORTUARY of, HAY SPRINGS, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Frances Schubert

Frances Schubert passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 in Bella Vist, AR. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 7th at 10:00am at the Woodlake Church. Lunch will be served. Survivors include: Husband- Rex  Schubert. Children- Kim, Pam, Ron and Randall.

Services are pending at the Hoch Funeral Home in Bassett for Judy E. Arrowsmith age 79 of Mills, Nebraska. Judy Arrowsmith died Saturday (March 25, 2023) at the Avera Gregory Hospital in Gregory, South Dakota. Survivors include: Sons- Tony Arrowsmith of Bellevue, NE, Brad Arrowsmith of Valentine, NE. Siblings- Carol Moore of Newport, Donna Putnam of York, NE, and Jim Christensen of Hastings, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home of Bassett will handle service for Judy Arrowsmith

Janet Grover, age 59 of Gordon, NE, passed away at the Gordon Hospital on Sunday March 26, 2023. A celebration of life and meal will be held in honor of Janet this Spring. Survivors include: Husband- Robert Grover of Gordon, NE. 3 Children- Christopher Grover of Gordon, Amanda Grover of Martin, SD and Jennifer Peterson of Custer, SD. 6 Siblings- Kim Claussen and Vickie Rose, both of Martin, SD, Dana Livermont of Interior, SD, Ken Seller of Rapid City, SD, Melody Sellers of Torrington, WY and John Seller of Eastern Nebraska.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle services for Janet Grover.

A memorial service for Eunice Wulf age 98 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:30am at the United Methodist Church in Ainsworth. Inurnment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Eunice Wulf died March 10, 2023 at Azria Health Nursing Facility in Gretna, Nebraska. Survivors include: Daughter- Mary Ann Thompson (Significant Other Mark Penrod) of Gretna, NE. 2 Granddaughters. 1 Great-Grandson. Nieces, Nephews, and other family members.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Eunice’s name. To leave an online condolenc, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth will handle the services for Eunice Wulf.

Philomen Blue Thunder, age 49 of Mission, passed away March 13th. Wake service is on Friday, March 24th at 7:00pm at the Bishop Herold Jones Building in Mission. Funeral service is on Saturday, March 25th at 10:00am at the Bishop Harold Jones Building. Burial is at Grace Chapel Cemetery in Soldier Creek. Survivors include: 4 children- N’Cita and Dylan Blue Thunder and Jeremy and Jaileen Dillon. Brother- Thomas Blue Thunder. 

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will be in charge of arrangements for Philomen Blue Thunder.

Kevin Lee, age 36, passed away in White River, SD  March 20, 2023. The wake is on Friday, March 24 at the Swift Bear Community Hall in White River SD. Caravan from the Rosebud Casino at 12:00pm. Funeral and Final Viewing is on Saturday, March 25th at 2:00pm at Swift Bear Community Hall in White River, SD. Burial to follow at White River Cemetery, White River, SD. Survivors include: Siblings: Adrian and Avery Black Wolf, Julia Lee.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will be in charge of services for Kevin Lee.

Skylar Yellow Eagle, age 24 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD Friday, March 17th. Wakes: Monday and Tuesday March 27-28 at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Caravan from the Rosebud Casino at Noon Monday. Funeral: 11:00am Wednesday, March 29th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building. Meal and giveaway following that. Burial at St. Phillip Cemetery, Two Kettle, SD. Survivors include: Parents- Sam Yellow Eagle and Vernette Long Warrior. Siblings- Marissa Crow Eagle and Sammantha, Sayge & Stryder Yellow Eagle. Grandma- Sandy Murray- Wilcox.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle services for Skyler Yellow Eagle.

Funeral service for Leo Chub age 94 of Valentine will be held on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 10:30am at the Valentine Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Visitation will be on Thursday, March 23 starting at 5:00pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Chubb passed away on, Monday, March 20th in Alliance, NE. Survivors include: Daughters- Susan Custer of Alliance, NE and Barb Harms of Valentine, NE. Sister: Ruby Newell of Indiana.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements for Leo Chubb.

Donna Jensen, 89, of White River, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 in Winner. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am CST, Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the White River Community Event Center. Donna is survived by her son, Kip, of the home, and two sisters: Carol Lowry of Gastonia, NC, and Vicky Milbrandt of Colbert, WA.

Feigum Funeral Home in Pierre will handle services for Donna Jensen. 

Darryl Iron Shell Sr, age 67 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls on Sunday, March 19th. The Wake is Thursday and Friday, the 23rd and 24th at the Antelope Community Building, 2 pm Thursday caravan from the Rosebud Casino. The funeral will be Saturday, March 25th at 11 am at the Antelope Community Building. Inurnment at a later date. Survivors include his wife, Rosalind, 4 children- Darryl Iron Shell Jr, Angel Iron Shell Fast Horse, John Iron Shell and Dakota Iron Shell.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is handling services for Darryl Iron Shell Sr. 

Mary Larvie, age 63 of Rosebud, passed away at her home on March 14th. The wakes will be on Sunday and Monday at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud.  Caravan is at 1:00pm Sunday from the Rosebud Casino. The funeral service is on Tuesday, March 21st at 2:00pm at the St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Burial is at St. Patrick Cemetery in Spring Creek. Survivors include: 7 Children Antoinette Larvie Arcoren, Marissa Larvie, Albert Guerue, Carletta Guerue, Harvey Larvie, Jr., Loretta Guerue and John Larvie, Sr.. 

Holmes Funeral 

A funeral service is pending at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth for Dorothy M. Gross age 91 of Ainsworth. Dorothy Gross passed away Thursday, March 16th, 2023 at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Jerry Shelbourn, age 85 of Valentine, passed away March 8th in North Platte. A graveside service is planned for April 28th, 2023 at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors include: Children: Robert Shelbourn of Valentine, Steven Shelbourn of Keensburg, CO, Elizabeth Shelbourn of Valentine, Scott Shelbourn of Rockwood, TN.

Holmes Funeral Home will handle services for Jerry Shelbourn.

Michael Swalley, age 31 of Kearney, passed away February 28th. Wake services: Tuesday & Wednesday at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission Funeral: 10am Thursday March 9th at the Tiospaye Bible Baptish Church in Mission Burial: Holy Family Cemetery, north of Mission, SD Survivors: Daughter: Tatianna Swalley, Father: Frank Swalley, Sr. Siblings: Frank Jr, Isaiah, Misty & Shyra Swalley, Angelica Stead, Thomas Pacheco & Skyler Erickson.   

Holmes-Funeral Home will be in charge of services for Michael Swalley.

Mass of Christian Burial for Nick Grubham, age 42 will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 10:30 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Burial will follow at Mt Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Rosary and Visitation will be held on Monday, March 6, 2023 at 7:00 PM at the church. Mr Grubhan passed away on March 1, 2023 in Rapid City, SD. Survivors include parents Mary and Mike McCrary of Valentine, brothers Luke of Valentine, Mark of Elkhorn, NE and Jake of Kansas City, MO, sister Anna O’Kief of Valentine and grandmother Ruthie Ferris of Valentine. 

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with the arrangements.

Lou Ann Heermann, 80 of Grand Island died Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Heritage at Sagewood. Celebration of Life Service will be at 1 PM Saturday, March 4th at the Christ Lutheran Church in Grand Island. Reverend Tom Schneider will officiate. The family will greet friends an hour before service time. Burial of ashes will be at a later date in the Lutheran Cemetery in Naper, Nebraska. Memorials are suggested to the family to be determined at a later date. Lou Ann is survived by her husband, Dennis, son Shane Heerman, daughter Heidi Anderson, brothers Winston, Stanley and Greg Stahlecker.

All Faiths funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. 

Jamie G Fred, 75 of Rose, NE passed away February 9th at the Burwell Community Memorial Health Center. Jamie is survived by his wife Kay, daughter Holly Bacon of Boswell, OK and son Stoney, sister Tami McIntosh of Sargent Ne. Memorial service will be at 1:00 am on Monday, Feb 27 at the United Methodist Church in Burwell with lunch to follow.

Hitchcock Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Jamie G Fred.

Helen Sedlmajer, age 96 odf Mission, passed away Monday, February 6th, 2023 at Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. Private inurnment will be held at a later date at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD. Survivors include: 2 Sons: Joe Sedlmajer, III of Mission and Paul Sedlmajer of Pierre. 2 Daughters: Susan Kieffer of Sturgis and Bonnie Sedlmajer of Mission. 1 Sister: Bertina Hanson of Bagley, MN.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Helen Sedlmajer.

Funeral service for Ron Elliott age 79 of Valentine will be held on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Presbyterian Church in Valentine. Graveside service will be held prior to the funeral at 10:00am at the Hillcrest Cemtery in Thedford. Visitation with family present will be on Monday, February 6th from 4:00 to 7:00pm at the Sandoz chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. Elliott passed away on February 3rd at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine. Survivors include: Wife: Virginia of Valentine. Daughter: Deb Long of Valentine. Brothers: Loren of Valentine, Wayne of Cozad, Bill of Thedford. 

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is entrusted with the service arrangements.

Terrance Gregg, Sr., age 65 of Rosebud, passed away at his home on January 30th. Wakes Monday and Tuesday at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud.  Caravan at 12:00pm Monday from the Casino. Funeral is on Wednesday, February 8th at 2:00pm at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Burial is at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in Charge of Arrangements for Terrance Gregg, Sr.

Funeral service for Ruth L. Luehrs age 96 of Long Pine will be held on Saturday (February 4th, 2023) at 2:00pm at the Evangelical Free Church near Ainsworth. Burial will follow in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine. Roth Luehrs died Monday (January 30, 2023) at her home in Long Pine. Visitations for Roth Luehrs will be held on Friday (February 3, 2023) from 5:00 to 7:00pm at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Saturday on hour prior to services at the church. Survivors include: 4 Daughters: LaVonne (Dail) Vetter of Cozad, NE, Donna Mundorf of Long Pine, Joyce Hutcheson of Long Pine, and Dixie (Lee) Hansen of Dougles, WY. 9 Grandchildren and 20 Great-Grandchildren. 2 sisters-in-law: Jean Burkinshaw of Long Pine and Donna Mae Benson of Norfolk, NE along with nieces, nephews and other family members.

Memorials have been suggested to the Long Pine Rural Fire Department in Ruth’s name. To leave and online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Eileen Reifel, age 86 of Mission, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on January 24th. Funeral service will be held at 11am, Saturday, February 4th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission. Private family inurnment at a later date. 

Holmes-Funeral Home of Valentine will be in charge of the services for Eileen Reifel.

Destiny DeCory, age 44 of St. Francis, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on January 26th. The wake is on Tuesday through Thursday, January 31- February 2nd at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud, SD. Family Caravan 10am Tuesday from Holmes Funeral Home. Funeral service is on Friday, February 3rd, 2023 at 12:00pm at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Cremation will follow. 

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the services for Destiny DeCory.

Howard Heath, age 94 of Valentine and formally of Millboro, SD passed away Monday, January 23 at Cherry County Hospital . Visitation with family present to receive friends will be 3-5pm Sunday at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine. Funeral Service is on Monday, January 30th at 11:00am ath the Valentine Methodist Church with luncheon following. Graveside service is on Monday at 1:30pm at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Survivors include: 2 daughters: Roberta Gehlsen and Vickie Davis.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date for Donald Ray Fernau age 93 of Ainsworth. Donald Fernau passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Son: Ron Fernau of Pueblo, Colorado. 5 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren and 4 Great-Great-Grandchildren. Sister: Doris (Jerry) Voss of Long Pine. Brother-in-Law: Jerry (Shirley) Greenough of Aurora, NE along with nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is assisting with arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Adam Bordeaux, age 38 of St. Francis, passed away January 14th. Wake service is on Monday, January 23rd at 6:00pm at the Rosebud Community Hall. Funeral is on Tuesday January 24th at 1:00pm at the Rosebud Community Hall. Burial is at Spotted Tail Cemetery in Rosebud. Survivors include: 6 children: Adam, Clifford, Steven, Jacob, Aaliyah, and Terrence. 3 Siblings: Louie Arcoren, Amy & Leesh Arcoren.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Lavern ‘Labeau’ Stewart-Omaha Boy, age 34 of Two Strike, passed away January 14th. The wake for Lavern is on Monday and Tuesday, January 23-24th at 8:00pm at the Two Strik Community Youth Center. The funeral is on Wednesday, January 25th at 2:00pm at the Two Strike Community Youth Center. Burial is at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Fancis. Survivors include: Daughter: Vivianca Running. Father: Roland Daniel Omaha Boy. Siblings: Roleen & Arlene Omaha Boy, Gaylord & Charles Black Spotted Horse and Maria Stewart. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Lavern Stewart-Omaha Boy.

Funeral services for Stanley G. Larson age 88 of Bassett will be held on Monday, (January 16, 2023) at 2:00pm at the United Methodist Church in Bassett. Burial will follow in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Stanley Larson died Wednesday, (January 11, 2023) at Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett. Survivors include: Six children: Steven (Tonya) Larson of Bassett, Pam (Frank) Seberger of Newport, Brian (Becky) Larson of Ault, CO. Laurie (John) Schlaman of Batavia, IL, Deb (Mike) Ruhrdanz of Lincoln, NE, and Dawn (Dana) Johnston of Highlands Ranch, CO. 14 GC and 16GGC. Sister: Dorothy Kuxhausen of Mitchell, SD. Brother-in-Law: Marvin Bussinger of Scottsbluff, NE along with nieces, nephews, and other family members. Visitations for Stanley Larson will be held on Sunday (January 15, 2023) from 5 to 7pm at the Bassett United Methodist Church and continue on Monday at the Methodist Church from noon until service time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Rock County Senior Center in his name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Katherine Williams, age 41, passed away January 4, 2023. Wake services are 7:00pm nightly, Tuesday and Wednesday, January 17 and 18 at the He Dog Community Building. The funeral is on Thursday, January 19th at 2:00pm at the He Dog Community Building. Burial is at St. Agnes Catholic Cemetery in Parmelee, SD. Survivors include: Mother Martina Roubideaux. Sister: Lori Smith. Brothers: Lee Afraid of Eagle, Wilbur Smith Jr., Kenneth Cook and Jimmy and Johnson TeJohn. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Katherine Williams. 

Laun Eagleman, age 24 of Rapid City, passed away December 30th. Graveside service will be held at 2pm Tuesday, January 17th at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis. Survivors include her mother Gina McCloskey. 

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Laun Eagleman.

Former Valentine area resident Bob Michael “Fuzzy” Stillwell, 71 of Brady passed away January 7, 2023 at Great Plains Health. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00am Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. He will be laid to rest in Mount Hope Cemetery near Valentine, there will also be visitation 4:00-6:00pm MT Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nenzel, NE, with a Christian Wake Service to follow at 6:00pm MT. He is survived by: Wife- Lynell. Daughters- Amanda Vinton, Megan McGown. Son- Michael. Sisters- Sherry Kunz, Jean Ormsby, Jane Sandoval, and Joan Parsons.

Adams Swanson funeral home of North Platte will handle the services.

Funeral Service for Eleanor F. Schipporeit age 92 of Ainsworth will be held on Friday, January 13th at 10:00am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth. Burial will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery in Ainsworth. Eleanor died Sunday, January 8th at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth. Survivors include: Sons: David (Pat) Schipporeit of Norfolk, NE and Lance(Vicki) Schipporeit of Ainsworth. Daughters: Jeanette Schipporeit of Norfolk, NE and Julie (Richard) Smith of Kearney, NE. 3 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Brother: Dale Hartman of Orange, CA. Along with nieces, nephews, and other family members. Visitations for Eleanor Schipporeit will be on Thursday, January 12th from 5 to 7pm at Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Friday January 13th one hour prior to the services at the church.

Those attending are asked to wear casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Ainsworth Zion Lutheran Church in Eleanor’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com

Funeral service for Don Marshall age 91 of Cody will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 11:00am at the the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 10th at 2:00pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Marshall passed away on January 6th at the Countryside Care Center in Gordon, NE. Survivors include: Wife- Janis of Cody, NE. Sons-Taylor of Cody, NE, James of Arthur, NE, Duane of Oshkosh, NE. Daughter- Holly Fay of Cody, NE. Brother- Dean on Mullen, NE. Sister- Wanda of Huntsville, TX.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements for Don Marshall.

Honor Beauvais, age 12 of Mission, passed away December 15th. Wake is on Friday, January 6th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission. Funeral Mass is on Saturday, January 7th at 11:00am at the Fr. Paul Hall. Burial is at St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Mission.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the services.