Beverly Dillon, age 51 of Mission, passed away April 30, 2025 at Rosebud Hospital

 Caravan 11am Thursday from the Rosebud Casino

Wakes: 7pm Thursday at the Antelope Community Building in Mission

7pm Friday at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission
 
Funeral: 1pm Saturday May 10th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission

Burial at St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Mission

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is handling services for Beverly Dillon. 

Funeral service for Mary Belle Osburn, Age 80 of Valentine will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine.  The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine.  No visitation will be held.  Mary Belle passed away on May 3^rd at her home in Valentine.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral service for Karen Butler, age 89 of Valentine, will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Presbyterian Church in Valentine.  A private family interment will be a Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 7 from 7 to 8 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine.  Mrs. Butler passed away on May 2 in Kearney, NE.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Chris Horvath, age 77 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on April 22nd.  Funeral and final viewing will be held at 11am Saturday May 3rd at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission.

Private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Chris Horvath.

Funeral service for Catherine Pavlik, age 92 of Lincoln and formerly of the Kilgore area will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11am at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine.  The Family requests that people attending to wear red.  The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine.  A visitation will be held on Friday, May 2 from 6-8 at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines.  Mrs. Pavlik passed away on April 28, 2025 in Lincoln, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is in charge of arrangements for Catherine Pavlik.

Funeral service for Joan T. Thiede age 89 of Springview, NE will be held on Saturday May 3 at 10:30 in the Assembly of God Church at Burton, NE.  Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview.

Visitations for Joan Thiede will be held at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth on Friday from 5 to 7pm and will continue Saturday one hour prior to the services at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Joan’s name that will be directed towards various ministries.

Hoch Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Joan Thiede.

Leonard Guerue Sr., age 89 of Mission, passed away Saturday April 19th at Rosebud Hospital

Wake:

Thursday April 24th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission

11am Caravan from Rosebud Casino; 7:30pm evening service; 9pm military final roll call

Funeral:

10:30am Friday April 25th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission

Burial at the Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Tribal Veteran Cemetery north of Mission

Funeral Mass for Rhonda Elliott, age 67 of Valentine will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will be held at a later date. No visitation will be held. Rhonda passed away on April 20, 2025, at her home in Valentine.
Survivors
Husband-Jim Elliot of Valentine
Daughter-Julie Bogardus of Woodbine, IA
Son-Christopher of Valentine
Sister-Kathy Perrett of Ashland, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral Service for Jim Lambley, Gordon NE will be held Wednesday April 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Gordon City Auditorium in Gordon, NE. Jim passed away on April 17, 2025, at the Gordon Memorial Hospital in Gordon, NE. Jim was born on March 20, 1951, in Ainsworth, NE
He was 74 years old.

A Memorial has been established for Gordon Rescue Unit. Donations may be sent to: Chamberlain Mortuary P.O. Box 6, Gordon, NE 69343

Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Memorial service for Loretta Fish, age 61 of Cody, NE will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM MT at the Merriman Dance Hall in Merriman, NE. Memorials may be sent to Security First Bank in Cody in Loretta Fish’s name. Loretta passed away on March 30, 2025, at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine.
Survivors
Matt Ford of Cody, NE
Travis Fish of Merriman, NE
Trent Ford of Kilgore, NE
Joe Ford of Wright, WY
Sisters-Cinda Olberding of Atkinson, NE
Peggy Graham of Ainsworth, NE
Brenda Nelson of Martin, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is handling service arrangements.

Memorial service for Kobe Charging age 22 of Valentine will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Kobe passed away on April 7, 2025, in Alliance, NE.
Survivors
Mother-Michelle Rose
Sisters-Tyra Charging
Mackenzie Jimenez

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

Garnet Sargent, 98, of Winner, SD passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at the Winner Regional Long Term Care Facility in Winner, SD. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00PM at the Winner Methodist Church in Winner, SD. Burial will follow in the Winner City Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to funeral service.

Word has been received of the death of Russell L. “Rusty” Strand age 70 of Ainsworth, NE. Rusty Strand died Tuesday (April 15, 2025) at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Son: Clint Strand of Austin, TX
Daughter: Tory Strand of Winder, GA
Mother of his children: Connie Strand of Grand Island, NE
Siblings: Jeannie Haskell of Valentine, NE
Margaret Ann Sellers of North Platte, NE
Julie (Scott) Correll of North Platte
& Dan (Lisa) Strand of Gothenburg, NE
Sister-in-law: Susan Strand of Hastings, NE
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

No formal services are planned at this time. Memorials may be made to the family in Rusty’s name.

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

Linda Old Lodge, age 67 of Mission, passed away in Rapid City on April 14th.
Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday, April 23 & 24 at the Bishop Jones Building in Mission.
Caravan at 1pm Wednesday from the Rosebud Casino
Funeral: 1pm Friday April 25th at the Dorm Gym in Mission
Meal will be served at noon preceding services.
Burial at Holy Spirit Cemetery in Ideal, SD

A Graveside Memorial Service for Joanne L. Pelc-Nickel age 75 of Ainsworth, NE will be held at a later date in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Joanne Pelc-Nickel died Sunday (April 13, 2025) at Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Leo Nickel of Ainsworth
Brother: Kenneth Pelc and Janis Koch of Hastings, NE
Along with other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Ainsworth Public Library in Joanne’s name.

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

Linda Quick, age 72 of Crookston, passed away at her home on January 9, 2025.

Graveside services will be held on her birthday, 2pm Saturday, April 19th at the Crookston Cemetery.

Survivors include:

Husband: Richard Quick of Crookston

Children: Ronnie Hughes, Lena Hughes & Ryan Quick, all of North Platte and Rocky Quick & Derek Quick, both of Lincoln

Siblings: Tom Murray of Crookston and Joe Murray Jr & Cinda Murray, both of Valentine.

Funeral service for Jonita Hain, age 83 of Plymouth, MN and formerly of the Valentine and Omaha areas will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Hain passed away on April 7 in Plymouth, MN.
Survivors
Daughters-Alecia Stepp
Ann Nusbaum
Son-Andrew Hain
Siblings-JoEllis Merz
Sandra Colvin
Suzie Harms
Jean Kluender
Court Sears
Barb Elliott
Robert Sears.
Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine is in charge of service arrangements.

Graveside service for Paul Gudgel (60) will be on April 18 11 AM Ainsworth Cemetery Ainsworth, Ne

Survivors include
Wife Valerie
Sons
Dan Gudgel
Brady Gudgel
Zach Gudgel

Daughters
Julie Mizner
Kelsey Dredge

Memorial service for Carol Hutchinson, age 70 of White River, SD will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the White River Event Center in White River, SD. Inurnment will follow at the White River Cemetery. Mrs. Hutchinson passed away on April 3, 2025, in Pierre, SD.
Survivors
Husband-bobby of White River, SD
Sons-Ryan of Rockton, IL
Cole of Sioux Fall, SD

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

Robert Lee Maire passed away on April 4, 2025, in Fairbury, NE, at the age of 84. Robert grew up in Mullen and attended Mullen Public Schools. Graveside service is Saturday, April 12, at 11 a.m., MT, at Cedarview
Cemetery, Mullen, NE.

Survivors include his wife, Patti, of Plymouth; sons: Lloyd Maire of Grand Island, NE; Floyd Maire of Goodyear, AZ; Robert Maire of Crete, NE; Craig Maire of Valentine, NE; Todd Maire of Fairbury, NE; daughter, Carmela Alsobrook of Plymouth, NE; sister, Peggy Simonson of Hordville, NE; brother, Jim Maire of Gretna, NE; brothers-in-law Earl “Junior” Shelbourn, Valentine, NE, Mick Sullivan, Valparaiso, NE, and Patrick Sullivan, Las Vegas, NV;

Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home, Fairbury, NE, is handling arrangements.

John Beck, age 58 of California

Funeral Service

11am Friday April 5th at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine

Burial at Iron Wood Cemetery, Parmelee, SD

Survivors:

Brother: Robert Beck

Sisters: Shirley Marsh, Marie Hall & Jacqueline Beck

Tracy Catch the Bear/Eagle Bear, age 34 of Norris, passed away March 26th

Wakes:

Saturday & Sunday at the Ben Looking White Memorial Hall in Norris

Caravan 2pm Saturday from the Rosebud Casino

Funeral:

2pm Monday April 7th at the Hall in Norris

Burial at St. Paul Cemetery north of Norris

Survivors:

Children: Wambli & Cameron

Mother: Michelle Eagle Bear

Siblings: Tasheena, Angel, Anthony Jr, Amanda, Kate & Joseph

Funeral service for Richard H. Whipple age 84 of Parmelee, SD will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission, SD. The burial will follow at Holy Innocents Cemetery in Parmelee, SD. Wake service will be on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Bishop Harlod Jones Building in Mission. Mr. Whipple passed away on March 28, 2025 in Sioux Falls, SD.
Survivors
Wife-Charlotte
Daughters-Leota Colombe
Natalie Bordeaux
Melissa Whipple
Son-Alec Whipple
Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Memorial service for Loretta Fish, age 61 of Cody, NE are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Loretta passed away on March 30, 2025, at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine.
Survivors
Matt Ford of Cody, NE
Travis Fish of Merriman, NE
Trent Ford of Kilgore, NE
Joe Ford of Wright, WY
Sisters-Cinda Oberding of Atkinson, NE
Peggy Graham of Ainsworth, NE
Brenda Nelson of Martin, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is handling service arrangements.

A Memorial Service for Larry D. Goshorn age 69 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Thursday, (April 10, 2025) at 10:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. A Private Family Inurnment will occur in the Prairie Lawn Cemetery at Cody, NE at a later date. Larry Goshorn died March 28, 2025 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Teresa of Ainsworth
2 Daughters: Kerri (John) Dey of Grand Island, NE & Jodi (Dustin) Hitchler of Lincoln, NE
Son: Matthew (Dena) Goshorn of Bassett, NE
Stepdaughters: Amber (Troy) Happold of Stanton, NE & Julie (Kyle) Mizner of Ainsworth
5 Grandchildren
Mother-in-law: Iris Sisson of Ainsworth
Brothers: Monte (Elizabeth) Goshorn of Ainsworth
Doug Goshorn of Blackhawk, SD & Todd (Ellen) Goshorn of Grand Island
Brothers-in-law: Bryan (Patricia) Sisson of Ainsworth & Calvin (Rhonda) Sisson of Yutan, NE
Sister-in-law: Kendra (Chris) Osterman of Ainsworth
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Those attending services are asked to please wear Husker or other casual attire.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Wednesday (April 9, 2025) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Larry’s name for future designation.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Eleanor Thunder, age 73 of Winner, passed away at Winner Long Term Healthcare on March 15th

Wakes:

7pm nightly, Saturday & Sunday at the Winner Ideal Community Hall

Caravan at 2pm Saturday from the Rosebud Casino

Funeral:

2pm Monday March 24th at the Winner Ideal Community Hall

Burial at Holy Spirit Cemetery in Ideal

Funeral service for Betty Lou Epke age 97 of Valentine will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 20 from 5 to 7 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mrs. Epke passed away on March 15 at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth.
Survivors
Daughter-Pat Eddie of Mission, SD
Son-Don of Springview, NE
Daughter-Jan Forgey of Spearfish, SD
Son-Dan of Valentine, NE

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

Patricia Sheila Black Bear-Spider, age 55 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls on March 11th

Wakes:

Monday & Tuesday at the Veteran’s Building in Mission

2pm Monday caravan from the Casino

Funeral:

2pm Wednesday March 19th at the Veteran’s Building

Burial at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis

Survivors:

Children: Roger Spider, II and Ariana Paige Spider

Siblings: Jacqueline Red Bird and Kashnapi Black Bear

Dondre Thunder Hawk, age 16 of Parmelee, passed away in Rosebud, SD on March 6th. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at the Parmelee Community Building. 1pm caravan Wednesday from the Casino. Funeral: 2pm Friday March 14th at the Parmelee Community Building. Burial: Holy Innocents Cemetery, Parmelee

Memorial service for Geraldine “Jeri” Ballard age 85 of Summerset, SD and formerly of Valentine will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Presbyterian Church in Valentine. The inurnment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, March 14 from 5-7 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sandhills Cancer Fund.
Survivors
Daughter-Lisa Osburn of Midland, SD
Son-Bradley Ballard of Hermosa, SD
Brother-Bob Hammon of Pauma Valley, CA

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral Service for Elva Mae Buoy age 91 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Tuesday (Mar. 11, 2025) at 10:30 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine, NE. Elva Buoy passed away on Wednesday (Mar. 5, 2025) at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
4 Children: Diane High of Ainsworth
Rick (Sherry) Buoy of Ainsworth
Gayle Buoy of Long Pine
& Lori Buoy of Long Pine
12 Grandchildren & 17 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters: Ellen Jackson of Bassett, NE
& Maxine Olberding of Stuart, NE
Sisters-in-law: Janice McGuire of Ainsworth
& Theresa McGuire of Bowlus, MN
Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Elva Buoy will be held on Monday (Mar. 10, 2025) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home and continue on Tuesday from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 10:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Elva’s name.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral service of Marilyn M. Hill, age 71 of Valentine will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held before the service on Saturday, starting at 9:00 AM. Mrs. Hill passed away on March 1, 2025, at Cherry County Hospital.
Survivors-Husband-Ed of Valentine
Daughters-Mary Osborne of Salt Lake City, UT
Amy Greene of Wichita, KS
Kathy Bigley of Independence, MO
Son-Jason Hill of Salt Lake City, UT
Brother-Larry Berkheimer of Ainsworth, NE

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

Shyra Swalley, age 32 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on February 27th. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission. Caravan from the casino at 1pm Wednesday. Funeral: 1pm Friday March 7th at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission. Burial at Holy family Cemetery, North Antelope.

Survivors include:

Husband: Eric Moran

4 children: Dominic, Brianna, Aubree and Massiah

Father: Frank Swalley Sr

Siblings: Frank Jr, Isaiah and Misty

Jerrell Eagleman, age 47 of Two Strike, passed away February 24th. Wakes: Monday-Wednesday at St Francis Community Hall. Funeral: 3pm Thursday March 6th at St. Francis Community Hall. Caravan from the Rosebud Casino Monday at 2pm. Inurnment at a later date in Kinlichee, AZ.

Survivors:

Wife: Serena Eagleman

Children: Nikesha, Jaden & Parker Eagleman

Mother: Alvena Eagleman

Sisters: Rosanna Eagleman, Alisa Eagleman & Adrienne LaPointe

Memorial service for Helen Ford, age 94 of Cody with be held on Tuesday, March 4 at 1:30 PM MT at the Cody American Legion Pavilion in Cody, NE. A private family interment will be held at the Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 6-8 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mrs. Ford passed away on Feb. 27, 2025, at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine.
Survivors
Son-Greg Ford of Cody
Daughters-Karen Ford of Cody
Gale Simmons of Valentine
Sons-Mark of Brainerd, MN
Tony Ford of Livingston, MT
Steve Ford of Cody
Sisters-Mabel Adamson of Bassett
Wilma Andrews of Bassett
Beverly Dodson of Maywood, NE

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

Darrell ‘Bucky’ Moran, age 70 of Mission, passed away at his home on February 17th

Wake service:

7pm Tuesday February 25th at the Antelope Community Hall in Mission

10 am caravan from the Casino

Funeral:

1pm Wednesday February 26th at the Antelope community Hall

Burial: Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission

Survivors:

3 children: Theodore, Dana & Michael Moran

Brenda Little Shield, age 58, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD February 12th.
Wakes: Saturday at the Lakota Chapel in White River, SD
Caravan at 1pm from the Casino
Sunday at the Spring Creek School Gym
Caravan at 10am from the Lakota Chapel
Funeral:
11am, Monday February 24th at the Spring Creek School Gym
Burial at St Patrick Cemetery, Spring Creek

Survivors:
Husband Sheldon Little Shield

3 children: Ian, Meghan & Shelby Little Shield

Mother: Naomi Dykes

Siblings: Kathy Knife, Jamie Dykes, Ivan Knife & Irwin Knife

Dwayne Left Hand Bull Sr, age 60, of Mission SD, passed away Feb 13, 2025 in Rosebud SD. Wakes:mSunday, February 23, 2025 at the Veterans Building in Rosebud SD @ 7:00pm. 1pm caravan from the Casino. Funeral: 2pm Monday February 24th at Veterans Building in Rosebud SD. Burial at St Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Spring Creek SD

Survived by:

His Beloved: Debra Jordan

Children: Dwayne, Ashley, Dwight, Quentin, Tristina, Monte & Duwanna Left Hand Bull

Brother: Laverne Left Hand Bull Sr.

Sisters: Roberta Steele, Avis Left Hand Bull & Kateri Kills Enemy

Memorial Services for Betty E. McBride age 83 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Monday (Feb. 24, 2025) at 10:00 AM in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Betty McBride passed away February 7, 2025 at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth.

Survivors include:
Husband: Victor “Bud” McBride of Ainsworth
Son: Dennis (Jill) McBride of Ainsworth
1 Granddaughter: Hailey McBride of Bassett, NE
Sister-in-law: Dee Dee Downing of Broken, Bow, NE
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Memorials are suggested to the family in Betty’s name for a future designation.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Thomas Lee Valandra, age 35 of Mission SD, passed away Feb 13, 2025 in Omaha, NE. Wakes: Thursday & Friday at the SGU Multipurpose Building in Mission SD. 2pm Thursday caravan from the family residence. Funeral: 11am Saturday February 22^th at SGU Multipurpose Building. Burial at Cante Ohitika Family Cemetery, Mission, SD
Survived by:

Parents : Kim Siers-Thompson & Lee Moran

Sister:  Cassandra

Carl Boneshirt, Sr., age 70, passed away Feb 13, 2025 in Scottsbluff, NE. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday at the St. Francis Community Building. Funeral: 11am Thursday February 20th at St Francis Community Building. Burial at Boneshirt Family Cemetery in Grass Mountain

Wife: Seema Ahluwalia

Sons: Carl Boneshirt Jr & Mahto Boneshirt

Siblings: Mavis Boneshirt, Paul Boneshirt & Isaac Boneshirt Sr

Memorial Service for Joyce M. Welch age 80 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Wednesday (Feb. 19, 2025) at 1:00 PM in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church.  A Private Family Inurnment will precede the service in the Ainsworth Cemetery.  Joyce Welch passed away Thursday (Feb. 13, 2025) at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:

3 Children:  DeLonna (Jim) Costello of Pierre, SD

  Denise Young and significant other, Mark Swenson of Pierre

  & Harlin (Kara) Welch of Ainsworth

7 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren

Sister-in-law:  Kathy Carrier of Ellicott City, MD

Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Joyce’s name for a future designation.

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements. 

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

James “Jimmy” Stone, age 43 of Rosebud, passed away on February 11, 2025. Wakes: Friday February 14, 2025 at Rosebud Lutheran Church. Caravan 1pm Friday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 10am Saturday February 15, 2025 at Rosebud Lutheran Church. Burial at Epiphany Cemetery.

Survivors:

Wife: Chellie

Children: Mimi Stone, Jazmyn Wright, Stephan Wright

Siblings: Marion Randall, Jerry Stone & Alvin Stone Jr.

Darlene E. Meyer of Valentine passed away on February 6, 2025, at the age of 77 at the Cherry County Hospital. Cremation was chosen and Darlene requested no services.
Survivors
Husband-Duane of Valentine
Son-Mark of Omaha

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is assisting the family

Funeral service for Jean Lewis, age 58 of Scotland, SD and formerly of Valentine will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6th from 5-7 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Jean passed away on January 3, 2025, in Sioux Falls, SD.
Survivors
Children-Joshua Lewis
Derek Fulmer
Dustin Ostrander
Shawn Ostrander
Austin Ostrander
Sister-Tina Osborne

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

Roger Roether, Sr., age 60 of St. Francis, passed away at his home on January 31st. Wakes: Wed-Friday February 12-14 at St. Francis Community Center. 2pm Wednesday caravan from the Kilgore state line. Funeral: 2pm Saturday February 15th at the St. Francis Community Center. Burial at St Charles Cemetery in St. Francis.

Survivors:

Wife: Inez Hawk Eagle-Roether

2 Sons: Roger ‘Jaybird’) Jr and James

3 Brothers: Preston Boyd, John & Dudley Roether

2 sisters: Ellen Krush & LaVera Rose

Gilford Running, age 68 of Rosebud, passed away in Omaha, NE on February 5, 2025. Wakes: Friday-Sunday at the Parmelee Community Center. Caravan 2pm Friday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Monday February 10, 2025 at the Parmelee Community Center. Burial at Ironwood Cemetery.
Survivors:

Wife: Melody

Children: Anthony, George, Wakinya Win & Mandy

Brother: Norman

Sisters: Irene & Martina

David Eastman, age 69 of St. Francis, passed away at Sunset Manor in Irene, SD on January 24th. Wake Service: 7pm Friday January 31, 2025 at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Wake will begin at 2pm, No Caravan. Funeral Service: 11am Saturday February 1, 2025 at the Veteran’s Building Rosebud. Noon Meal and then Burial at Bad Nation Cemetery

Survivors:

3 siblings: Geraldine, Dominic & Todd Eastman

Trey Pumpkin Seed, 2 months, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on January 21, 2025. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud 2:30 Tuesday Caravan from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 1pm Thursday January 30, 2025 at the Veteran’s building in Rosebud. Burial at St Patrick Catholic Cemetery, Spring Creek

Survivors:

Mother: Annie Bordeaux

Father: Waylon Pumpkin Seed, Jr.

Brother: De’Vontae Pumpkin Seed

Grandmothers: Kathy Blue Thunder & Michelle Oakie

Dave Leonard, age 62 of Valentine, passed away at his home January 25th. Visitation: 5-7pm Monday January 27th at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine. Funeral: 2pm Tuesday January 28th at the Presbyterian Church in Valentine. Burial: Mount Hope Cemetery, Valentine

Survivors include:

Wife: Carol Leonard of Valentine

4 children: Nichole (Travis) Bostock of O’Neill; Garrett (Samantha) Leonard of Valentine; Makenzie (Mathew) Jones of Norfolk, NE and Bailey (Austin) Trusty of Hersey, NE

Brother: Joe (Christi) Leonard, III of Bassett, NE

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangments. 

Funeral Service for John W. Dodds age 70 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Tuesday, (January 21, 2025) at 11:00 AM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Inurnment will follow at a later date in the Ainsworth Cemetery. John Dodds passed away Thursday (January 16, 2025) at his home in Ainsworth. Visitations for John Dodds will be held on Monday (January 20, 2025) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home and continue there on Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in John’s name for a future designation.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Bonnie of Ainsworth
2 Children: Christy Paddock of Ainsworth
& Cory Dodds and wife, Michelle of Rapid City, SD
4 Grandchildren
10 Siblings: Elven “Spud” Dodds of Ainsworth
Mary Hite of North Platte, NE
Steve Dodds and wife, Lindsey of Ainsworth
Jim Dodds and wife, Penny of North Platte
Cathi Flynn of Kearney, NE
Cindy and husband, Dean Churchill of Valentine, NE
Diane and husband, Gerald “Chop” Watts of Ainsworth
Neena and husband, Allen Miller of Kearney
Dave Dodds and significant other, Brittni Hart of Ainsworth
& Ford Dodds and wife, Kodi of Spearfish, SD
Brother-in-law: Jim Teter and wife, Betty of Kearney
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth will handle the arrangements. 

Johnna Big Crow, age 41 of Parmelee, passed away at her home Thursday January 16th. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday January 22-23 at the He Dog School Gym. Caravan 2pm Wednesday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Friday January 24, 2025 @ He Dog School Gym.Burial at Salt Camp Cemetery, Rosebud, SD

Abraham ‘Sam’ Crane, Sr., age 69 of St. Francis, passed away at his home on January 13, 2025. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at St. Francis Community Building. Caravan 3:30 Wednesday from the Kilgore stateline. Funeral: 2pm Friday January 17th at St. Francis community building. Burial at St. Charles Cemetery, St Francis

Survivors:

2 daughters: Robin & Lucy Crane

1 sister: Violet Mousseaux

Linda Quick, age 72 of Crookston, passed away at her home on January 9, 2025. Visitation: 2-5pm Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Holmes Funeral Home. Celebration Service: 5pm Saturday January 18th at Holmes Funeral Home. Graveside service and inurnment in the spring at 2pm Saturday April 19, 2025 at Crookston Cemetery

Survivors include:
Husband: Richard Quick of Crookston

5 children: Ronnie Hughes, Lena Hughes and Ryan Quick, all of North Platte
and Rocky & Derek Quick, both of Lincoln

Siblings: Tom Murray of Crookston and Joe Murray Jr & Cinda Murray, both of
Valentine

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine is in charge of the arrangements

Venetta Arganbright, age 100 of Valentine, passed away at her home on December 23rd. Services are pending.

Survivors include:

Son Warren Arganbright of Valentine

Daughter Lynette Arganbright Quapp of both Valentine & Meridian, Idaho

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Margaret Brinda, age 77 of Valentine will be held on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, at 10:30 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. The rosary will be recited on Sunday, Jan. 12 at 7 PM at the Church. Visitation will begin at 5:30 PM on Sunday, at the Church before the rosary. Mrs. Brinda passed away on Jan. 8 at the Cherry County Hospital.
Survivors
Husband-Gary of Valentine
Daughters-Jocille of Valentine
Nicki of Winner, SD
Sons-Patrick of Valentine
Michael of Valentine
Jay of Valentine
Grant of Valentine

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

Funeral Service for William L. “Bill” Assarsson age 64 of Bassett, NE will be held on Saturday (Jan. 11, 2025) at 10:00 AM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE. Burial will follow in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Bill Assarsson passed away Tuesday (Jan. 7, 2025) in the Rock County Hospital in Bassett.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Deb Assarsson of Bassett
Sons: Josh Assarsson of Sioux Falls, SD
& Festus Assarsson of Bassett
Daughter-in-law: Brooke Assarsson of Ainsworth
Father: Clifford Assarsson and wife, Pauline of Ainsworth
Mother: Virginia Oman of Norfolk, NE
Mother-in-law: Elizabeth Strand of Ainsworth
Brother: Clinton Assarsson and wife, Becky of Valentine, NE
Along with other family members

Visitations for Bill Assarsson will be held on Friday (Jan. 10, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue of Saturday one hour prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Bill’s name for future designation.

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

Funeral Service for Stanley E. Smith age 88 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Friday (Dec. 27, 2024) at 2:00 PM in the Hoch Funeral Home at Ainsworth. Interment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Stan Smith passed away Thursday (Dec. 19, 2024) in the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
3 Children: Craig (Mary) Smith of Ainsworth
Brenda Smith of Ainsworth
& Janet (Kevin) Soule of Harrisburg, NE
7 Grandchildren & 20 Great-Grandchildren
Sister-in-law: Marie Smith of Elgin, NE
Nieces, nephews and other family members
Visitations for Stan Smith will be held on Thursday (Dec. 26, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Friday one hour prior to the services at 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Stan’s name for future designation.

Those attending services are asked to please wear casual attire.
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To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com

Gary M. Robinson, 65, of Grand Junction, Colorado passed away on December 9th, 2024. Internement will be at the Veterans Cemetery in Grand Junction. No services are planned.

Gary is survived by his brother, Rick of Paonia, CO; sisters, Sherri Bacon of Valentine, NE, and Cindy Sanderson of Redding, CA.

Callahan-Edfast Mortuary & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements. 

Linda Lou (Broekemeier) Buettner, 76 years old, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the family residence south of Mission, SD. A prayer service was held on Sunday, December 1 at the Todd County Fairgrounds, and a Celebration of Life Service was held on Monday,
December 2nd also at the Todd County Fairgrounds. Lou is survived by her husband Loren of Mission, SD, her son Gered Buettner of Rapid City, SD; daughters Gerri Johnston of Keystone, SD, and Genna McCall of Mission, SD; her brother Ernie Broekemeier of Morgan, In honor of Lou, Memorials can be given to the Rosebud/Todd County 4H Program, or to the Michael J.Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine handled the services for Lou Buettner.

Charles DeNoyer, age 73 of Okreek, passed away at his home on December 5, 2024. Wakes: 7pm nightly Thursday & Friday December 12-13th at the Okreek School Gym. Caravan 2:30 Thursday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 1pm Saturday December 14th at the Okreek School Gym. Burial at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery in Okreek. Survivors: Children: Liz, Laura, Shane, Justin Sr, Derrick Sr, Sheldon Sr, Tiffany & Anthony Sr DeNoyer and Aloysius Roubideaux.

Funeral Service for Enid L. Worth age 93 of Springview, NE will be held on Saturday (December 14, 2024) at 2:00 PM at the Keya Paha County High School Gymnasium in Springview. Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview. Enid Worth died Saturday (December 7, 2024) at the Rock County Hospital in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
2 Children: Ron Worth and Lorraine Worth of Springview
3 Grandchildren & 5 Great-Grandchildren
Sister: Aliene Clark of Casper, WY
Brother-in-law: Malvern “Corky” Worth and wife, Janet of Springview
Sister-in-law: Stella Graham of Ainsworth, NE
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitation for Enid Worth will be held on Friday (December 13, 2024) at Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth from 5 to7 PM and continue Saturday at the High School one hour prior to the service.

Those attending services are asked to wear casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Springview Fire & Rescue, American Legion Auxiliary Unit #98 or to the donor’s choice in Enid’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A memorial service for Brandy Friend will be held on Saturday, December 7th at 2:00pm at the Berean Church.

Funeral Service for Larry D. Worth age 88 of Springview, NE will be held on Thursday (Dec. 5, 2024) at 10:00 AM in the New Hope Community Church at Springview.  Burial will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview.  Larry Worth died Wednesday (Nov. 27, 2024) at CHI Health-Good Samaritan in Kearney, NE. 

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:

4 Children:  Debra Black of Lincoln, NE

            Gregory (Nancy) Worth of Overland Park, KS

            Brian Worth of Lincoln                    

              & Kristina Worth of Springview

6 Grandchildren and 3 Great-Grandchildren

2 Step-Children: Shawn (Julie) Freeman of Ozark, MO

            & JoRene Herron of Springfield, MO

2 Step-Grandchildren      

Sister: Doris Dickes of Sterling, CO

Along with nieces, nephews and numerous other family members

Visitations for Larry Worth will be held on Wednesday (Dec. 4, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue the next day at the New Hope Community Church in Springview one hour prior to services.   

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Sandhills Cancer Fund or to the family in Larry’s name. 

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Coya Hope White Hat-Artichoker, age 49, passed away November 17th. Wake: Thursday December 5th at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Funeral: 10am Friday December 6th at the Veteran’s Building. Burial at St. Charles Cemetery, St. Francis, SD.

Alicia Two Eagle, age 20 of Mission, passed away November 27th. Wake: Thursday December 5th at the Antelope Community Hall in Mission. Caravan from the casino at 10:30am. Funeral: 1pm Friday December 6th at the Antelope Community Hall. Burial at Holy Family Cemetery north of Mission.

Survivors:

Daughter: Keyaanii Two Eagle

Mother: Michelle Iron Cloud

Siblings: Aja Iron Cloud, Dimarkus Iron Cloud, Trey McCloskey, Alaiya Two Eagle & Paco Morin

Grandmothers: Marvine Douville & Vonda Romero

Leslie Stands, age 87 of Mission, passed away November 17, 2024 at Aurora Brule Nursing Home in White Lake, SD. Wake: Thursday November 21st at the Antelope Community Hall in Mission beginning at 11am. Funeral: 1pm Friday November 22nd at the Antelope Community Hall. Burial at Native American Church Cemetery in Upper Cut Meat.

Survivors:

Sons: Roger Stands Sr & Ricky Stands Sr

Brothers: Hobart Joe Stands & Duane Steven Stands

Ronald “Jock” Gassman, age 78 of Rosebud, passed away in Sioux Falls on November 13, 2024. Wake service: Wednesday November 20th at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud 7pm prayers & 8pm military final roll call. Caravan at 2pm from the casino. Funeral:

2pm Thursday November 21st at the Veteran’s Building in Rosebud. Meal immediately following. Burial: Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Tribal Veteran Cemetery near White River, Process to the cemetery at 4pm following the meal.

Memorial service for Kathy Keller age 75 of Valentine will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, 11:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist church. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Purdum Cemetery in Purdum, NE. No visitation will be held. Mrs. Keller passed away on November 15 at her home in Valentine.
Survivors
Husband-Bob of Valentine, NE
Daughter-Amy Hanson of Blair, NE
Son-Shane Keller of Valentine, NE
Sister- Jane Grooms of Valentine, NE

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

Funeral Service for Chester D. “Chet” Mizner age 85 of Long Pine, NE will be held on Saturday (Nov. 23, 2024) at 1:30 PM at the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Chet Mizner died Thursday, (Nov. 14, 2024) at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Cheryl Mizner of Long Pine
Sons: Brandon (Kerry) Mizner of Shawnee, KS
& Chad Mizner of Omaha, NE
2 Granddaughters
Along with other family members

Visitations for Chet Mizner will be held on Saturday from Noon until the time of service at 1:30 PM.

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

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Service for Loran Daniels age 93 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Friday, (Nov. 22, 2024) at 1:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the Purdum, NE Cemetery. Loran Daniels passed away Thursday, (Nov. 13, 2024) at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Wanda Daniels of Ainsworth
Daughter: Loranda Daniels Buoy of Long Pine, NE
Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Loran Daniels will be held on Thursday, (Nov 21, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home and continue the next day from noon until services at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the donor’s choice.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been made for Joe E. Andrews, 73 of Neosha, Missouri formerly of Bassett & O’Neill. Joe E. Andrews passed Tuesday, Nov. 12 in his home.

Celebration of Life is Saturday, Nov 23rd at 2:00 pm at the Episcopal Church in Bassett

Survivors include his wife Karen Andrews of Neosha, MO; daughter Jody Hagerty, of North Liberty, IA; step-daughters Maria Corral & Angela (Eric) Townsend both of Arizona; parents Joe R. & Wilma Andrews of Bassett; siblings Deb Vonheeder, Terry (Erica) Andrews, Becky (Tom) Lucht, Sheri (Steve) Gann and Kristi (Ted) Thornburg. Grandson Brody Hagerty; nieces, nephews and other family members. Services are pending.

Richard Bracha, age 55 of Gilbert, AZ and formerly of Valentine, passed away in Tempe, AZ on November 5, 2024.

Visitation will be held Friday from 11am-1pm at the Methodist Church in Valentine with a service at 1pm followed by a procession to Mission, SD to begin his wake

Wake Service: Friday 7pm at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission, SD

Funeral: 11am Saturday November 16th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission with meal immediately following

Burial at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis, SD

Survivors include:

2 daughters: Sophia Isabella & Neva Adeline Bracha

2 sisters: Minnie Bracha & Sueanne Bracha

Greg Quigley, age 60 of St. Francis, passed away at his home on November 6th. Wake: Thursday November 14th at St Francis Community Hall. No caravan – wake will begin at Noon. Funeral: 2pm Friday November 15th at St. Francis Community Hall. Burial at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis.

Survivors include:

Sisters: Roberta Quigley-Sigala & Jowette Black Bear

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Deb Reagle, age 66 of Valentine passed away on October 31, 2024, at her home in Valentine. A private family service will be held at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. A burial will be held later at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine.
Survivors
Daughters-Michelle Richards of Valentine
Mary Reagle of Valentine
Melissa Reagle of Crookston
Maranda Reagle of Valentine.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Memorial Service for Joe A. Dodd, age 76 of Johnstown, NE will be held on Saturday (Nov. 9, 2024) at 10:30 AM in the Hoch Funeral Home at Ainsworth, NE. A Military Flag Presentation will be conducted by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79. A Private Family Inurnment will occur at a later date in the East Woodlawn Cemetery at Johnstown. Joe Dodd passed away Tuesday (Oct. 29, 2024) at the Select Specialty Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Tawn Dodd of Johnstown
Daughter: Kristy (Ben) Beegle of Ainsworth
6 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters-in-law: Joeleen Dodd of FremontScribner, NE
& Marie Dodd of Ainsworth
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Ainsworth Elks Lodge #1790 Youth Program in Joe’s name.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Memorial service for Dr. William “Bill” Peterson, age 71 of Valentine will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine. The inurnment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. No visitation will be held. Mr. Peterson passed away on Oct. 22, 2024, in Burwell, NE. Memorials may be made to the Frontal Temporal Dementia Foundation, Mid State Rodeo Association or the donors choice.
Survivors
Mother-Jean of Valentine, NE
Wife-Dede of Valentine, NE
Children-Ryan Peterson of Burwell, NE
Tonya Peterson of Parker, CO
Traci Greenwood of Leadville, CO
Step-children- Tim Nutter of Rapid City, SD
JJ Thorpe of Valentine, NE
Brother-Randy of Kilgore, NE
Sister-Cindy Wobig of Valentine, NE

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

Rose Little Thunder, age 90 of Upper Cut Meat, SD passed away at her home on October 17th. Wakes: Wednesday at the Rose Little Thunder Residence. Caravan at 2pm from the casino. Thursday & Friday at the Upper Cut Meat Community Hall. Funeral: 2pm Saturday October 26th at the Upper Cut Meat Community Hall. Burial at White Horse Cemetery, Upper Cut Meat

Survivors:

Children: Matthew Sr, Ernest Sr, Stanley Sr, Eva, Edna & Randall Little
Thunder

Brother: Vernon War Bonnet

Funeral Services for Carol P. Larson age 82 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Friday (Oct. 25, 2024) at 1:30 PM at the Evangelical Free Church near Ainsworth. Burial will follow in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine, NE. Carol Larson passed away on Friday (Oct. 18, 2024) at Cottonwood Villa in Ainsworth.

Survivors include:
Daughter: Karan (Dave) Clay of Bassett, NE
2 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren
Brothers-in-law: Kent Kelley of Winter Park, FL
Jim (Marie) Larson of Springview, NE
& Lloyd (Betty) Larson of Newport, NE
Sisters-in-law: Dorothy Larson of Springview
Lois Troy of Lincoln, NE
& Vickie Larson of Springview
Along with other family members

Visitations for Carol Larson will be held on Thursday (Oct. 24, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and will continue on Friday one hour prior to services. In lieu or flowers, memorials may be made to the Brown County Historical Society or to the family in Carol’s name.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Service for Brandon Kyle Kenner age 39 of Wood Lake, NE will be held on Wednesday (Oct. 23, 2024) at 2:00 PM CT at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine, NE. Interment will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Wood Lake. Brandon Kenner passed away Wednesday (Oct. 16, 2024) in the Methodist Hospital in Omaha, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Parents: Paul and Ronda Kenner
Brothers: Derek Kenner & Ty (Nicole) Kenner
2 Nieces and 2 Nephews
& Grandmother: Clarabelle Kenner all of Wood Lake
Along with aunts, uncles and other family members

Visitations for Brandon Kenner will he held on Tuesday (Oct. 22, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE and will continue on Wednesday at the Cherry County Fairgrounds one hour prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Brandon’s name for a future designation.

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

Edward Bordeaux, age 46 of Rosebud, passed away in Rapid City on October 5th. Wake: Monday October 21st at the Veteran’s building in Rosebud. Caravan at 2pm from the Casino. Funeral: 10am Tuesday October 22nd at the Veteran’s building in Rosebud. Burial at Holy Family Cemetery, north Antelope SD.

Survivors:

4 siblings: Regina Kelly, Laura Riese, Wanda Dupris and Shane Bordeaux

A funeral service for June Schmidt, age 95 of Valentine will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 1:00 PM at the Cherry County Fairgrounds, 4H building in Valentine, NE. The burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 18 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Lutheran School in Valentine or the Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mrs. Schmidt passed away on Oct. 11, 2024, at her home north of Valentine.
Survivors
Sons-Howard of Valentine, NE
Duane of Winner, SD
Nolan of Waupun, WI
Neil of Inverness, FL
Daughters-Colleen Kalblinger of Valentine, NE
Lila Brown of Dalton, WI
Yola Beekman of Eagan, MN
Cindy Rish of Denmark, WI

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

Funeral service for Harry Jackson, age 87 of Valentine will be held on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valentine. A burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 9th from 3 to 6 PM with rosary being recited at 6 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Jackson passed away on Oct. 3 at his home north of Valentine.
Survivors
Wife-Phyllis
Children-Glenn
Nick
Scott
Mark
Sally
Marcy
Linda
Josh
Pat
Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Laurie Sharp Butte Plummer, age 79 of White River SD, passed away October 1st in Huron SD. Wakes: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the Fr Paul Hall, Mission SD 7:00pm. No Caravan. Funeral: 10am, Wednesday October 9th, 2024 at Fr. Paul Hall, Mission SD. Noon Meal Will be served before funeral service. Burial at St Ignatius Catholic Cemetery, White River SD

Survivors include:

Siblings: Patty Bordeaux Nelsen, Rodney J Bordeaux, Victor Rivera, Ralph “Peppy” Rivera, Phyllis White Shield

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangments.

Carol Cady, age 83 of Valentine, passed away October 3rd, 2024 in North Platte, NE. Funeral Services: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 @ 10am at The Crossroads Assembly Church, Valentine NE. Visitation will be held before services from 9-10am. Burial: Following Services at Mt Hope Cemetery, Valentine NE.

Carol is survived by:

Sister-In-Laws: Delia Stetter, Valentine NE

Sharon Cady of Bon Carbo, CO

Brother-In-Law: Duane Cady of Lakeview, SD

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Funeral Services for Don Lowder will be held Friday October 11, 2024, 10:00 AM at the Martin American Legion, Martin, SD. A Visitation will be held Thursday, October 10, 2024, 6 to 8PM, at Bennett County Funeral Service, Martin, SD. Burial will be held at Martin Community Cemetery.
Don died September 23, 2024, in Lincoln, NE. He was 82.

A memorial has been established and donations may be sent in care of James Lowder, 509 N Haley, Valentine, NE 69201

Online condolences may be left at www.chamberlainchapel.com

Memorial service for Sean Ryan Boje will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Berean Church in Valentine. A reception will follow at the Valentine Veterans Club. Sean passed away on September 21, 2024, in Sioux Falls, SD.
Survivor
Uncle-Dwight Boje of Bowling Green, KY.

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is assisting with service arrangements.

Graveside service for John Longcor, age 79 of Valentine will be held on Monday, October 7 at 11:00 AM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held from 3 to 6 PM on Sunday, October 6th at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. John passed away on September 29, 2024, at his home in Valentine.
Survivors
Daughter-Tina Longcor of Aurora, CO
Sons-Lyn of Rapid City, SD
Mike of Hornell, NY
Bill of Valentine, NE
Sister-Lolita Kvein of Sioux Falls, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, NE is entrusted will service arrangements.

Victory service arrangements for Jack Mayhew: October 12th, 11am at the Valentine High School Auditorium in Valentine, Nebraska: 431 N Green Street. The service will also be available via live-stream online and recorded for future viewing for those unable to make it in person at valentinelutheran.com. Reception to follow the service. Private inurnment at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please, instead, consider making a memorial to a cause that was so close to his heart: spreading God’s Word and the message of Jesus’s Love and Grace to those who need it so desperately. You may make a donation to the MDF (Mission Development Fund) from this link https://clcbookhouse.org/shop/donations/mdf/ or mail a check to Grace Lutheran Church, 810 W Third Street, Valentine Nebraska 69201, with “MDF” in the memo.
There are a block of rooms reserved at the Tradewinds Motel (1009 US-20, Valentine, (402)376-1600) for those coming from a distance. Please let them know you are coming for the Mayhew Funeral.

Funeral Service for Katherine M. “Katie” Anderson age 96 and Norris D. Anderson age 90 both of Long Pine, NE will be held on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the St. Pius X Catholic Church in Ainsworth, NE. A Private Family Interment will occur in the afternoon in the Grandview Cemetery at Long Pine with Military Honors by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79. Katie Anderson passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett, NE and Norris Anderson died November 26, 2018 in Omaha, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
2 Daughters: Paula (husband, Jim) Welke of Long Pine
& Julianne Sevening Morris of Omaha
5 Grandchildren & 16 Great-Grandchildren
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Katie and Norris Anderson will be held on Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM in the Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Long Pine Fire Department or to the family in their names for a future designation.

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

Jackson Mayhew, age 81 of Valentine, passed away September 25, 2024 in Norfolk, NE. Memorial services are pending.

Jack is survived by:

Wife: Louise Mayhew of Valentine

5 children: Nathanael Mayhew of Mankoto, MN

Andrew Mayhew of Cheyenne, WY

Anna Maas of Valentine

Philip Mayhew of Valentine

Stephen Mayhew of Cheyenne, WY

2 brothers: Dan Mayhew of Valentine

Tom Dooley of Vermillion, SD

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Philomene White Lance, age 71 of St. Francis, passed away September 20th in Casper, WY. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at the St. Francis Community Center. 3pm caravan Wednesday from the Kilgore Stateline. Funeral: 10am, Friday September 27th at the St. Francis Community Center. Burial at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery.

Survivors include:

4 children: Margo Brave, Sylvan ‘Bud’ White Hat Jr, Evelyn ‘Ruthie’ White Hat & Bret White Hat

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Funeral Service for Marcie J. Heerten age 61 of Reliance, SD formerly of Springview, NE will be held on Wednesday, (Sept. 25, 2024) at 11:00 AM in the New Hope Community Church at Springview. Following a noon lunch, there will be a graveside service at 2:00 PM in the Pleasant Dale Cemetery southeast of Norden, NE. Marcie Heerten passed away Saturday (September 21, 2024) from injuries sustained in an ATV accident near Reliance.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Russell Heerten of Reliance
3 children: Erin Cole and husband, Jacob of Colome, SD
Lee Heerten-Rodriguez and husband, Angel of Omaha, NE
& Jessica Heerten and husband, Brett Banakis of Brooklyn, NY
5 Grandchildren
Mother: Joan Johnson of Baker, MT
Mother-in-law: Lila Heerten of Springview, NE
Siblings: Chuck Celander and wife, Maureen of Miles City, MT
Stuart Celander and wife, Shirley of DePere, WI
Kristie Rake and husband, Pat of Plankinton, SD
& Charity Feemster and husband, Danny of Fort Lawn, SC
Brothers-in-law: Ron Heerten and wife, Sandra &
Rod Heerten and wife, Debbie all of Springview
Sister-in-law: Arletta Childress and husband, Dick of Lexington, NE
Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Marcie Heerten will be held on Tuesday (September 24, 2024) from 5 to 7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM in the New Hope Community Church.

Memorials have been suggested to the family in Marcie’s name for future designation.

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

Shawn Oliver, Jr. , age 21 of Parmelee SD, passed away in Mitchell SD on September 10th. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday, September 17 & 18, 2024 at the Old He Dog School in He Dog SD. Caravan Noon Tuesday from Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 2pm Thursday September 19, 2024 at the Shawn Oliver, Sr Residence, Blue Horse Flats. Burial at Leader Charge Family Cemetery in Parmelee SD

Survivors:
Parents: Josephine Isham & Shawn Oliver, Sr

Siblings: Josephine Hedrick-Romano, George Guerue III, Alun Guerue, Kobe
Oliver, Janessa Oliver & Sh’ahni Oliver

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

A funeral service for Kenny Churchill age 87 of Valentine will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. The Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held 1 hour before the funeral at the fairgrounds. Kenny passed away on Sept. 7, 2024, at his ranch home south of Valentine.

Survivors
Sons-Brad of Cheyenne, WY
Linn of Valentine

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine will handle services for Kenny Churchill.

Helen (Engler) Stokely, 92, of Valentine, passed away on September9, 2024 at her home. Memorial Mass willbe 10:00am on Saturday, September 14 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church inValentine. Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemeterywith lunch following at the parish hall. Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 7:00pm with a Vigil Service at 7:00pm atchurch.

Memorials may be made to the family for future designation.

Arrangements by Stokely Funeral Home.

Word has received of the death of Stanley Milford McKimmey age 71 of Ainsworth. Stanley McKimmey passed away Wednesday (September 11, 2024) at his home in Ainsworth. A Memorial Graveside Service will be held in the Purdum Cemetery, as well as, a Celebration of Life Gathering in Dunning at a later date.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Shelly of Ainsworth
2-Daughters: Cori (Dan) Dunaway of Crete, NE
& Kristin (Dustin) Petersen of Lincoln, NE
2-Grandchildren
3-Half-sisters: Sandra Royal of Minden, NE
Vickie Webb of Dunning, NE
& Elizabeth Kmoch of Callaway, NE
Half-brother: David (Glenda) Eaton of Benton City, WA
2 Sisters-in-law: Sharon Jenkins of Greenwood, AR
& Sandy Miller of Burwell, NE
2 Brothers-in-law: Jim (Candy) Baxter of Delta, CO
& Mike (Linn) Baxter of Ainsworth
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

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

A Memorial Service for Cynthia L. “Cindy” Smith age 76 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Saturday (Sept. 14, 2024) at 10:00 AM in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church. A Private Family Inurnment will occur in the Giles Cemetery at Elsmere, NE at a later date. Cindy Smith died Saturday (Sept. 7, 2024) in the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Malcolm Smith of Ainsworth
4 children: George Smith and wife, Kim of Elsmere
Elizabeth Berkland and husband, Justin of Lincoln, NE
Sarah Smith of Rock Springs, WY
& Chester Smith and wife, Andra of Elsmere
6-Grandchildren
Sister: Alyce Ann Clasen of Hot Springs, SD
Sister-in-law: Allegra Penington of Lincoln
Brother-in-law: Gary Trego of North Platte, NE
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Ainsworth Public Library or the United Methodist Church in Cindy’s name.

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

Lauretta Barnes, age 86 of Cody, passed away August 3rd

Graveside memorial service at Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody

10am (Mountain time) Saturday September 7th

Survivors include:

3 children: Steve, Lissa and Kirk Barnes

Brother: Jerry Turgeon

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Memorial service for Lloyd Paxton, age 80 of Valentine will be held on Monday, September 9, 2024, at noon at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The inurnment will follow to Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mr. Paxton passed away on August 23 in Winner, SD
Survivors
Son-Brian of Lincoln, NE
Sister- Rosella Sydow of Kansas
Brothers-George of Florida
Phil of Valentine, NE
David of Mission, SD

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

Memorial service for Robert Kluender, age 83 of Valentine are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Robert Kluender passed away on August 31, 202,4 at the Cherry Count Hospital in Valentine.
Survivors
Daughters-Colleen Spellman of Elmwood, NE
Holli Artz of Ft. Collins, CO
Brothers-Bill of Valentine
Larry of Valentine
Jim of Edgemont, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Graveside service for Gary Eberly age 86 of Cody, will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM MT at the Prairie Lawn Cemetery in east of Cody. Mr. Eberly passed away on August 20th at the Gordon Countryside Care in Gordon, NE.
Survivors
Wife-Wava of Miami, OK
Daughter-Jo Jean of Miami, OK
Brother-Leon of Gordon, NE

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

Funeral service for Rodney Hockenbary, age 87 of Valentine, will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 10:30 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be on Thursday, Sept. 5th from 6-9 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Hockenbary passed away on Sept. 1 at his home in Valentine.
Survivors
Children-John of Valentine
Lawrence of New Underwood, SD
Patricia Grove of Pinedale, WY
Aaron of Valentine
Allen of Fruitdale, SD

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

Memorial service for Lloyd Paxton, age 80 of Valentine will be held on Monday, September 9, 2024, at noon at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. The inurnment will follow to Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mr. Paxton passed away on August 23 in Winner, SD
Survivors
Son-Brian of Lincoln, NE
Sister- Rosella Sydow of Kansas
Brothers-George of Florida
Phil of Valentine, NE
David of Mission, SD

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

A celebration of life service for Bill Richardson, age 82 of Valentine is set for Saturday, November 23rd at 5:30. The celebration of life will be at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. Mr. Richardson passed away on August 25th at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.
Survivors
Wife-Julie of Valentine, NE
Son-BJ of Las Vegas, NV
Daughter-Kelly King of Las Vegas, NV
Son-Matt of Omaha, NE
Daughter-Meghan Simmons of Kansas City

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Eldon Reagle, age 71 of Valentine, passed away on August 27, 2024, in Burwell, NE. Eldon’s wishes were, not to have a service. His burial will be held at a later date.

Survivors
Wife-Deb of Valentine
Daughters-Michelle Richards of Valentine
Mary of Valentine
Melissa of Crookston, NE
Miranda of Valentine

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is helping with arrangements.

Paula Jean Rhian (nee Zibell) of Thedford, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, August 21 at the age of 76. A Memorial Celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, August 31st, at 2 PM at the Bethel Assembly of God Church in Thedford, NE

Survivors include: ex-husband Thomas, three children, Shane, Jessica, and Lee, four grandchildren, James, Michael, Gabrielle, and Scott, as well as her siblings, Steve, David, Patty, Ted, Rick, Jenny, Hans, and Amy.

Flowers may be purchased from Broken Bow Floral, 308.872.2454. If you prefer to make a donation in lieu of flowers, we would ask that you make a donation to the Thedford Art Gallery, 509 Court Street, Thedford, NE 69’166.

Govier Brothers Mortuary will handle the arrangements.

Rebecca Stoneman, age 51 of Okreek, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on Friday August 20th. Wakes: 7pm Sunday August 25th at the Okreek Community Hall. Caravan at 2pm from Casino, 7pm Monday August 26th at the Bishop Harold Jones building in Mission. Funeral: 2pm Tuesday August 27th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Meal held at noon before services. Burial at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery in Okreek
Survivors:

Children: Dominique Bettelyoun and Valiant, Chet III. Chayce & Cheresa
Stoneman

Siblings: Marie Bear Shield, Kyra Schmidt and Leaf, Sonny, Chantelle, Hunter
& Lakota Sage Giroux

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Memorial service for Gary Eberly age 86 of Cody are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Eberly passed away on August 20th at the Gordon Countryside Care in Gordon, NE.
Survivors
Wife-Wava of Miami, OK
Daughter-Jo Jean of Miami, OK
Brother-Leon of Gordon, NE

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

Dorothy Ann Quigley passed away on August 19, 2024, at the Cherry County Hospital. She is survived by 2 daughters, Leesa (Mark) Adamson and Jorja (Jeff) Spain. As Dororthy’s wishes, no service is pending.
Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with helping with here wishes.

Word has been received of the death of Rosalyn A. Fernau age 70 of Ainsworth, NE. Rosalyn Fernau died Thursday (August 15, 2024) at her home in Ainsworth.

There are no services planned at this time.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
4 Children: Richard Fernau of Ainsworth
Travis Fernau of Phoenix, AZ
Tina Fernau & Tammy Fernau both of Ainsworth
7 Grandchildren
Sisters: Carolyn (husband, Mike) Essink of Waverly, NE
& Mollee Reece (significant other) Karl Weichman of Kearney, 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.

Ellen Roshone, age 64, passed away August 16, 2024 at her home in Valentine. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. The family has requested memorials be made to the Sandhills Cancer Fund.

Ellen is survived by:

Mother: Mary Ellen Cross of Yankton SD

Husband: Dan Roshone, Jr of Valentine

Children: Shauna Day of Valentine

Katelyn Lines of McCook NE

Wade Roshone of Valentine NE

Brother: William Cross of Rapid City SD

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Funeral service for Barb Harms, age 62 of Valentine will be held on Monday, August 19th at 10:30 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 18th, starting a 2 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Barb passed away on August 10, 2024, in Omaha.
Survivors
Husband-Jim of Valentine
Son-John of Valentine
Daughter-Heather Mizner of Valentine
Sister-Susan Custer of Alliance

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Rita Fairfield, age 84 of Valentine will be held on Friday, August 16 at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. The Rosary will be recited on Thursday, August 15 at 7:00 PM at the Church. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 15 from noon to 4:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mrs. Fairfield passed away on August 8 at the Rock County Long Term Care in Bassett.
Survivors
Son-Clare of Coralville, IA
Daughter-Callie Kreutner of Valentine
Brother-Nick Scheuring of Washington State

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

Levi Big Crow Sr, age 65 of St. Francis, passed away in Rapid City, SD on August 5th. Wake: 7pm Tuesday August 13th at the St. Francis Community Building. Caravan at 1pm from the Kilgore stateline. Funeral: 1pm Wednesday August 14th at the St. Francis Community Building. Burial at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission.

Survivors include:

Children: Jamee, Darrin, Levi Jr & Jewel Big Crow

Siblings: Wayne, Sylvan, Rita, Wendell, Tyrone, Lupi & Lloyd Big Crow and
Ramona Defender

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

James ‘JD’ Reifel, age 57 of Okreek, passed away at his home on August 7, 2024. Wake service will be 7pm Monday & Tuesday evening at the Okreek School Gym Caravan Monday at 2pm from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral service 1pm Wednesday August 14th at the Okreek Community Building. Burial at Calvary Episcopal Cemetery in Okreek

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Gloria Tobacco, age 49 passed away at her home in Norris SD on August 3rd, 2024. Wake: Thursday & Friday, August 8th & 9th 2024 at Corn Creek Community Building, Corn Creek SD @ 7:00pm. There will not be a caravan – Please meet at the Community Building. Funeral: 2:00pm Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Corn Creek Community Building, Corn Creek, SD. Burial to follow at 1st Body of Christ Cemetery, Corn Creek SD.

Survived by:

Children: Bradley & Brienna Tobacco

Mother: Lyndall Black Bear

Sisters: Leah Looking Cloud & Lynlie Tobacco

Brother: Eric Looking Cloud

Significant Other: Jospeh Little Thunder

Holmes Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Funeral Service for Phillip D. “Phil” Herring age 80 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Saturday (Aug 10, 2024) at 10:00 AM in the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth. Interment will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth with Military Honors to be conducted by Ainsworth American Legion Post #79. Phil Herring passed away Tuesday (Aug. 6, 2024) at Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Karen Herring of Ainsworth
Son: Pat (Lisa) Herring of Atkinson, NE
Daughter: Kim (Rick) Wiseman of Grand Island, NE
7-Grandchildren & 11-Great-Grandchildren
Stepchildren: Renae Glidden of Ainsworth
& Lyn (Ken) Swinford of Lone Tree, CO
6-Step-Grandchildren 8-Step-Great-Grandchildren
Brother: Bill (Olivia) Herring of Bar Harbor, WA
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Phil Herring will be held on Friday (Aug. 9, 2024) from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Saturday one-hour prior to services at the Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Zion Lutheran Church in Phil’s name.

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

Lauretta Barnes, age 86 of Cody, passed away at her home on Saturday August 3rd. Graveside Memorial service will be held at 10am Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Cody, NE

Survivors include:

2 Sons: Steve (Kathleen) Barnes and Kirk (Ronelle) Barnes

Daughter: Lissa Barnes

Brother: Jerry Turgeon

Holmes Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Funeral Service for Sue E. Weston age 77 of Springview, NE will be held on Thursday (Aug. 8, 2024) at 2:00 PM in the Springview Methodist Church. A Private Family Burial will precede the funeral service in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview. Sue Weston died Friday (Aug. 2, 2024) at the Harbor at Calvert in Lincoln, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Ben Weston of Springview
Sons: Michael (Christie) Weston of Lincoln
Ryan (Carmen) Weston of Arlington, VA
& Brent (Melissa) Weston of Hastings, NE
4 Grandchildren
Siblings: Connie (Gale) Larrington
Ernest (Karen) Hallock
& Steve (Chris) Hallock all of Springview
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations will be held on Wednesday (Aug. 7, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Sue’s name for future designation.

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

Stacy Lee, age 45, of Valentine, passed away July 20th. Visitation: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 5pm-7pm at Holmes Funeral Home Chapel, Valentine NE. Wake: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Swift Bear Community Hall, White River SD. Carvan from the Casino at Noon. Funeral: Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Swift Bear Community Hall, White River SD. Burial to follow at St. Ignatius Catholic Cemetery, White River SD

Survived by:

Daughters: Regina & Serena Lee of Valentine

Mom: Debra Reeder of Valentine

Dad: Robert Lee of White River

Siblings: Nichoel Halsted of Valentine NE

Brandi Lee of Columbus NE

Marie Lee of Wood Lake NE

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial Service for Dean S. Jochem age 85 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth. Inurnment will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth. Dean Jochem passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Brookstone View in Broken Bow, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
3 Children: Greg (Kathy) Jochem of Ainsworth
Loreece (Todd) Thornton of Long Pine, NE
& Karma (Rich) Schwindt of Ainsworth
7 Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to Zion Lutheran Church in Dean’s name.

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

Janet Bishop of Lincoln, formerly of Valentine, passed away at Bryan Hospital on July 3. Informal services for family and friends will be held for Janet Bishop, formerly of Valentine, on Saturday, August 3, at 10:30 at the Chapel of the Pines. Burial will follow at Harmony Cemetery. Following the burial we will meet at the Old Mill for lunch.
Survivors are Robert Bishop of Lincoln, Jean McMindes of Grand Island, and Sharon Bishop of Henderson, NE

Scott Remmers, age 53 of Kilgore, passed away Friday July 26th. Memorial service: Noon, Friday August 2, 2024 at the Cherry County Fairground 4-H Building with luncheon immediately following. Private family scattering at a later date.

Survivors include:

Wife: Tasha Remmers of Kilgore

Sons: Victor Remmers of Valentine and Ayden Remmers of Kilgore

Mother: Janice Remmers of Kilgore

Brother: Toby Remmers of Kaylor, SD

Memorials may be made in care of the family.

Holmes Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Caryll Homan, age 95, passed away July 25th in North Platte NE. Visitation: Sunday July 28, 2024 10am-4pm at Holmes Funeral Home Chapel, Valentine NE. Funeral Service: Monday July 29, 2024 @ 11am at Holmes Funeral Home Chapel, Valentine NE. Burial to following at Mt Hope Cemetery, Valentine NE
Survived by:

Children: Gloria Miller of North Platte NE; Rebecca Phipps of North Platte, NE; and Wayne Homan of Sargent, NE

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Russell Eagleman, age 53 of Sioux Falls, passed away July 18th. Wakes: Thursday & Friday at the St. Francis Community Hall. 1pm Thursday caravan from the Casino. Funeral: Noon, Friday July 26th at the St. Francis Community Hall. Burial at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Chuck DeSersa, age 74 of Rosebud, passed away in Winner, SD on July 16th. Service will be held at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud on Wednesday July 24th. Caravan from the Rosebud casino at 10am for the wake that will begin at 11am. The funeral will start at 2pm followed by burial at Ironwood Cemetery near Parmelee.
Survivors include:

Wife: Norma DeSersa

Children: Daniel, Leon, Kristina, Melvin, Brian & Hubert III DeSersa and Harry, Carol, Robert Jr, Brian Sr & Sintori Packard & Mabel Hurtado

Sister: Darlene Myers

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

A Celebration of Life event will be held for Cynthia Jane Williams, age 83 from Ainsworth, NE on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at The Connection in Ainsworth from 1:30 to 4:30 P.M. Parking for the event will be located on the east side behind The Connection due to road construction on Main Street of Ainsworth. Jane Williams passed away December 19, 2023 in Bassett, NE.

Hoch Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Marna Lynn Porath, age 77 of Dannebrog passed away on Wednesday July 10th in Grand Island. Memorial Services will be held at 11am on Saturday July 27th at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Dannebrog. Visitation will be held from 5-7pm on Friday July 26th at the church in Dannebrog.
Marna is survived by her husband, Ken of Dannebrog, daughter Andrea Barton of Hastings, and survived locally by Jeannette Sharp of Valentine.

A private family graveside service for Kay Kramer age 74 of Valentine, will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A public celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 27 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Vet’s Club in Valentine. Mrs. Kramer passed away on June 26, 2024 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine.

Survivors
Daughters-Patty Sherman of WY
Roberta Whalen- Lomax of WY
Dottie Gallino of Valentine, NE
Son-Billy of WY
Brother-Michael Tappe of MN
Sister-Ginger Blann of IL

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

Juan Rios, Jr., age 40 of Fort Thompson SD, passed away at his home on July 11th. Wake Service: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 19-21st, 2024 at the Community Hall, Upper Cut Meat, SD. 11:30am Caravan from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral Service: 2pm Monday, July 22th at the Community Hall, Upper Cut Meat, SD. Burial following at Native American Church Cemetery in Upper Cut Meat, SD

Survivors:

Mother: Betty Never Miss a Shot – Rio

Siblings: Marilyn Stewart, Eunice Stewart, Mark Stewart, Matthew Stewart, Jr., Pauline Stewart, Miguel Rios, and Daniel Rios

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements. 

Shirley Spotted Tail, age 63 of St. Francis, passed away at her home on July 15th. Wake Service: Thursday & Friday July 18-19th, 2024 at Shirley’s Home in Two Strike, SD. 5pm Caravan from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral Service: 11am Saturday, July 20th at Shirley’s Home in Two Strike, SD. Burial following at Metcalf Homestead Cemetery in Two Strike, SD

Survivors:

Children: Tio Luta Win Rabbit, Tyson Kills In Water & Haylee Quick Bear

Siblings: Eleanor Spotted Tail, Lorna Spotted Tail, Karen Spotted Tail, Pamela Kills In Water, Emma Spotted Tail, Anna Yellow Eagle, Carla Running Horse, Evangeline James

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Anna Belle Bachelor, age 92, passed away at her home south of Valentine on July 13, 2024. Graveside services are pending.

Survivors includer her daughter Cindy Bachelor Weller

Holmes Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Funeral service for Tyler Reagle, age 41 of Valentine, NE will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine, NE. The burial will be held at a later date. No Visitation will be held. Tyler passed away on July 7 in Kearney, NE.
Survivors
Mother-Bobbi Reagle of Valentine, NE
Sisters-Candi Amick of Killeen, TX
Stacy Wilcox of Valentine, NE
Teri Tracy of Winner, SD

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

Richard ‘Bud’ Swan, age 61 of Mission, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on July 5th. Wakes: Wednesday & Thursday at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. 2pm Caravan Wednesday from the Casino. Funeral: Friday July 15th at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission. Burial at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in St. Francis
Survivors:
Children: Jim, Jeff, Kendra & Julia Swan
Sisters: Linda Kolb, Bonnie Swan, Shirley Medearis, Karen Swan & Janet Swan
Brother: Melvin Swan, Jr.

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Suzanna Valandra, age 51 of St. Francis, passed away at Rosebud Hospital on July 2nd. Wake Service: 7pm Thursday July 11, 2024 at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud 10am. Caravan from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral Service:

2pm Friday July 12th at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Burial following at St. Charles Cemetery in St. Francis, SD.

Survivors:

Mother: Darlene Black Spotted Horse

Sons: Trevor Farmer & River Black Spotted Horse

Brother: Jeffery Valandra

Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine is handling the arrangements. 

Janet Bishop of Lincoln, formerly of Valentine, passed away at Bryan Hospital on July 3. Services will be held at a later date.

Survivors are Robert Bishop of Lincoln, Jean McMindes of Grand Island, and Sharon Bishop of Henderson, NE

Funeral service for Terry Snyder age 78 of Valentine, NE will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the Valentine Methodist Church in Valentine. A visitation will be held on Friday, July 12, starting at 3:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Terry passed away on July 5, 2024, at his home in Valentine.
Survivors
Sisters-Nancy Bunkers of Del Rapids, SD
Helen Hudson of Alliance, NE
Brother-Larry of Alliance, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

A Celebration of Life Event will be held on Friday (July 12, 2024) at 1:30 PM at the Bassett American Legion Club.  A Lunch will precede the event at 12:00 and all are invited.  Betty Haynes died June 6, 2024 at the Rock County Hospital Long-Term Care in Bassett. 

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:

Husband: Willis L. Haynes of Bassett

Son: Scott (Heidi) Haynes of Lincoln, Nebraska

Daughter: Nadean (Rod) Wilkerson of Cambridge, Nebraska

7 Grandchildren     4 Great-Grandchildren

Sisters: Leola Johnson of Biggs, California

 & Judy Burns of George West, Texas

Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Betty’s name for future designation.

Hoch Funeral Home of Bassett assisted with arrangements. 

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A funeral service for Lila Churchill age 91 of Valentine will be held on Thursday, July 11 at 11:00 AM at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. The Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. A visitation will be held 1 hour before the funeral at the fairgrounds. Mrs. Churchill passed away on June 26, 2024, at her home south of Valentine.
Survivors
Husband-Kenny of Valentine
Sons-Brad of Cheyenne, WY
Linn of Valentine

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

Shawn Burnette, age 56 of Midland SD passed away in Rosebud, SD on June 29th. Memorial Service: 2pm Tuesday July 9th at the Burnette Ranch Cemetery, White River SD.

Survivors:
Wife: Shanee Burnette
Son: Chase Burnette of Colorado
Mother: Beverly Jensen
Siblings: LaFonne Tiller, Charlotte Burnette, Maggie Burnette, Jesse Burnette

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Patricia “Pat” Preble, age 79, passed away at her home in Ainsworth on July 2, 2024. Visitation: 12-2pm Monday July 8, 2024 at the Ainsworth Evangelical Free Church. Funeral services: 2:00pm July 8, 2024 at the Ainsworth Evangelical Free Church.

Holmes Funeral home has be entrusted with the arrangements

Graveside service for Kay Kramer, age 74 of Valentine is pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mrs. Kramer passed away on June 26, 2024 at the Cherry County Hospital in Valentine.
Survivors
Daughters-Patty Sherman of WY
Roberta Lomax of WY
Dottie Gallino of Valentine, NE
Son-Billy of WY
Brother-Michael Tappe of MN
Sister-Ginger Blann of IL

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

Graveside service for Maedeane (Neumeyer) Rodgers, age 80 of Valentine are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine, and will be held at a later date. Ms. Rodgers passed away on June 26, 2024, at the Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus, NE.
Survivors
Sons-Brad Rodgers of Valentine, NE
Brett (Debra) Rodgers of Brandon, SD
Daughter-Lisa (Todd) Rodgers-Mathis of Valentine, NE
7 Grandchildren

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

Charles Little Elk, Jr, age 80, passed away June 20th, 2024 at his home. Wake: Monday July 1st, 2024 at the St Francis Community Center @ 7pm. Funeral: 12pm Tuesday July 2, 2024 at the St Francis Community Center. Burial: Clear Water Cemetery, Grass Mountain SD
Survivors:

Wife: Violet (Eagleman) Little Elk

Children: Claudine Begay, Jacinda Begay, Marcus Begay, Charlene Vietor, Charles Ginsbach, Lakota ‘Codi’ Little Elk Perea,

Christopher Little Elk, Christal Little Elk, Cid Little Elk, Sr., Charese Little Elk & Challenger Little Elk

Siblings: Georgeline Adams, Adam Little Elk, Charity Little Elk, Frank Little Elk, Sr.

Holmes Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements

Graveside service for Lee Kramer age 78 of Valentine will be held on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Mr. Kramer passed away on June 23, 2024, in Lincoln.
Survivors
Sons-D. R. of North Platte, NE
Jeff of Valentine, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Ken Night Pipe, age 71 of Okreek SD, passed away June 21, 2024 at his home. Wake: Wednesday June 26th at the Okreek Community Hall 3:30pm caravan from the Casino. Funeral: 10am Thursday June 27, 2024 at the Okreek Community Hall. Burial: Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Tribal Veterans Cemetery, White River SD

Holmes Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements

Graveside service for Lee Kramer age 78 of Valentine are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines. Mr. Kramer passed away on June 23, 2024, in Lincoln.
Survivors
Sons-D. R. of North Platte, NE
Jeff of Valentine, NE

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Word has been received of the death of the Marlene K. McHugh age 72 of Ainsworth, NE. Marlene McHugh passed away Monday (June 17 2024) at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
2 Daughters: Kristie Weidner of Ainsworth
& Crystal McHugh of Morrill, NE
7 Grandchildren and 3 Great-Grandchildren
4 Stepchildren: Timothy McHugh of Colorado Springs, CO
Troy McHugh of Yankton, SD
Toby McHugh of Council Bluffs, IA
& Tina Moyer of Logan, IA
Numerous Step-Grandchildren and Step-Great-Grandchildren
Brother-in-law: Ellry “Jack” Bachmann of Winner, SD
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is assisting with arrangements.

Mass of Christian Burial for George Allard, age 72 of Valentine will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. The Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00 PM at the Church. A public visitation will be on Wednesday, June 19, from 1pm to 4pm at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. Allard passed away on June 14, 2024, at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney.
Survivors
Wife-Nadeane of Valentine, NE
Daughters-Kandee Rainbolt of AR
Kim Allard of Fremont, NE
Sharee Maki of Fremont, NE
Rachelle Tetherow of Washington State
Brother-Dick of Valentine, NE
Sisters-Dona Jean Allard of Kilgore, NE
Deanna Peterson of Valentine, NE

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

Word has been received of the death of Betty M. Haynes age 85 of Bassett, Nebraska. Betty Haynes died Thursday (June 6, 2024) at the Rock County Hospital Long-Term Care in Bassett.

A Celebration of Life event will be held at a later date

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Willis L. Haynes of Bassett
Son: Scott (Heidi) Haynes of Lincoln, Nebraska
Daughter: Nadean (Rod) Wilkerson of Cambridge, Nebraska
7 Grandchildren 4 Great-Grandchildren
Sisters: Leola Johnson of Biggs, California
& Judy Burns of George West, Texas
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Betty’s name for future designation.

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

Gianna Scarlett McCloskey, newborn infant daughter of Gracie McCloskey was born and passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on June 2, 2024. Wake: Monday June 10th at the Rosebud Community Hall 10am caravan from the Casino with traditional prayers at 5pm. Funeral: 10am Tuesday June 11, 2024 at the Rosebud Community Hall Meal will immediately follow. Burial: St. Agnes Cemetery in Manderson, SD

Holmes Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements

Mass of Christian Burial for Gina Brockley, age 86 of Valentine will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, June 9th at 7:00 PM at the Church. Visitation will be on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines with the family present from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Gina passed away on June 3, 2024 in Lincoln, NE.
Survivors
Sons-Mike of Grand Island, NE
Brad of Starke, FL
Daughter-Lisa Spilker of Lincoln, NE
Brother-Don Roggasch of Rose, NE

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

Starla Sherman-Jackson age 55 of Arnold, NE passed away June 2, 2024, at her home in Arnold, NE. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024, at 4:00 PM at Govier Brothers Chapel in Broken Bow, NE with Pastor Dean Hanson officiating.

Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com.

Janice Lorraine Bass, passed away on May 26, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 85. She is survived by her husband, Robert Bass; daughter, Deborah Preach, stepbrother, Byron Essig.

Jan will be flown to Rapid City, South Dakota and services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, on Wednesday, June 5th at 10:00 am, with a viewing prior from 9:00 – 10:00 am. A graveside service will be conducted at Mountain View cemetery in Rapid City, South Dakota.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be sent to Hospice of the Valley in Jan’s name. Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home is handling services for Janice Bass.

Funeral Service for Linda R. Strand age 68 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday (June 8, 2024) at 10:00 AM in the Ainsworth Assembly of God Church. Burial will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Linda Strand passed away Friday (May 31, 2024) at her residence in Ainsworth.

Survivors include:
Husband: Rick Strand of Ainsworth
Son: CJ Strand of Ainsworth
2 Grandsons
Siblings: David (Barb) Crooker of Long Pine, NE
Georgia (Jerry) Gaskins of Paonia, CO
Lillie Parkison of Ainsworth
& Joe (Tammy) Crooker of Ainsworth
Aunt: Claudia Maxine Sailas of Sun City, AZ
Nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Linda Strand will be held on Friday (June 7, 2024) from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and will continue one hour prior to services on Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Linda’s name for a future designation. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hochfuneralhome.com.

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Celebration of life for Linda Ford, age 81 of Cody, will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 11:00 AM MT at the Merriman community Building in Merriman. Attending in shorts is most welcome. Linda passed away on March 20 at her home in Cody. The inurnment will be held at a later date.
Survivors:
Husband-Merle of Cody, NE
Daughters-Monica Ford of Louisiana
Marsha Manson of West Richland, WA
Son-Matt Ford of Cody, NE
Brother-Jim Weisbeck of Merriman, NE
Frank Weisbeck of Lincoln, NE
Sister-Roxanne Farley of Winner, SD

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

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Memorial graveside service for Forrest Eberly age 80 of Cody, NE, will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 1:30 PM MT at the Prairie Lawn Cemetery east of Cody, NE. Forrest passed away on March 13, 2024 in Rapid City, SD.
Survivors
Brothers-Gary of Cody, NE
Leon of Gordon, NE

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

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Joseph ‘Thumper’ Douville, age 51 of Rosebud, passed away May 22, 2024. Wake services: 7pm nightly Wednesday & Thursday, May 29 & 30 at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Caravan 1pm Wednesday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 11am Friday May 31, 2024 at St. Bridget’s Church in Rosebud. Burial at Iron Wood Cemetery

Holmes Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Shawn Gothard, age 61, passed away January 19th in Nenzel, NE. Memorial services will be held on May 26th at 1:00pm MT at the Galloway Flats South of Kilgore. In lieu of flowers please plant a tree in memory of Shawn.
Survivors include:
Father: Jack Gothard
Wife: Theresa (Lutter) Gothard
2 children: Jessica Tickle and Trey Gothard
Brother: Joel Gothard
2 sisters: Kate Songer and Charity Turpin
Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

A Graveside Memorial Service for James R. “Jim” Stucker age 71 of Kearney, NE formerly of Elm Creek, NE will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Springview. Jim Stucker passed away Monday, May 14, 2024 at CHI Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Randi of Kearney
Sons: Naren (Kelly) Welch of Wendell, NC
& Ryan Stucker and significant other, Cherish Ohlman of Kearney
Siblings: Janice Larson of Omaha, NE
Linda Sand of Kansas City, MO
Randy (Corine) Stucker of Lincoln, NE
Jackie (Ron) Cocolin of Plaistow, NH
Pam Bennett and significant other, Ric Couch of Palmyra, NE
Sheryl Phillips of Yukon, OK
Lisa McDaniel of Hutchinson, KS
& Connie Boice of McPherson, KS
Sisters-in-law: Rhonda (Gene) Buechle of Johnstown, NE
& Jacki (Lance) Larsen of Willow, CA
Along with many nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Jim’s name for future designation.

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

 A Graveside Memorial Services for Violet Lavonne Coash-Briggs age 94, of Lincoln, NE, formerly of Bassett, NE will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:30 AM in the Bassett Memorial Park Cemetery. Lavonne Coash-Briggs passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024 in Lincoln, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Son: Don (Paige) Coash of Bassett
Daughters: Kim (Bill) Yant of Carmel, CA
Kris (Brian) Porter of Nevada, MO
& Monica Turpin of Bassett
8-Grandchildren & 3-Great-Grandchildren
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Rock County Alumni Association in Lavonne’s name.

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

Brandi Snow Fly, age 41 of Rapid City, SD, passed away Sunday. May 12th Wake Service. 7pm Tuesday May 21^st at the Antelope Community Building in Mission. Caravan at 11am from the Casino. Funeral: 11am Wednesday May 22^nd at the Antelope Community Building. Burial at Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Mission

Celebration of Life for Kenn Remmers age 79 of Valentine will be held at a later date. Mr. Remmers passed away on May 13, 2024, at the Community Memorial Health Center in Burwell, NE.
Survivors
Wife-Janice of Valentine, NE
Sons-Scott of Kilgore, NE
Toby of Kaylor, SD
Sister-Roxie Willemssen of Loveland, CO

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements,

Elizabeth Little Bald Eagle-Marshall, age 83, passed away in Sioux Falls, SD on May 9, 2024. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday at the He Dog Community Building. Funeral: 1pm Thursday May 16th at He Dog Community Building. Burial at St. Patrick Cemetery, Old He Dog

Wayne ‘Shoo’ Bear Shield, age 61, passed away at Rosebud Hospital May 10, 2024. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday at the SGU Multipurpose Building in Mission. Funeral: Thursday, May 16 at the SGU Multipurpose Building in Mission. Meal served at noon followed by prayers at 2pm. Burial: Calvary Episcopal Cemetery in Okreek, SD

Funeral Service for Cecelia R. Shaw age 91 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Monday May 20, 2024 at 10:30 AM at the Ainsworth Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Cecelia Shaw passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at the Arbor Care Center in O’Neill, NE.

SURVIVORS:
4 Sons: Jonathan (Julie) Shaw of Haxtun, CO
Benjamin (Danita) Shaw of Bassett, NE
Daniel (Dawn) Shaw Independence, KS
& Glen (Julie) Shaw of Shawnee, KS
1 Daughter: Doreen Ball of Overland Park, KS
11-Grandchildren & 7-Great-Grandchildren
Brothers: Leland McDaniel of Ainsworth
Dean McDaniel of Johnstown, NE
Sisters: Gayle Soles of Fairfax, SD
Grace King of Bellevue, NE
Verna Huff of Pratt, KS
& Mary Nickerson of Sutherland, NE
Brother-in-law: John Shaw of McPherson, KS
Sister-in-law: Evelyn Shaw of Greenville, IL
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Cecelia Shaw will be held on Sunday May 19, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Visitations will continue on Monday at the Nazarene Church one hour prior to services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials were suggested to the Nazarene Church, the Brown County Hospital Auxiliary or to the family in her name.

Rolland Mousseaux, age 69, passed away April 22, 2024. Wake will begin at 9am Thursday May 16th at the Black Pipe Community Center in Norris with prayers beginning at 10am. Inurnment will follow at 1st Body of Jesus Christ Cemetery, Corn Creek.

A Memorial Visitation for Emogene Whitten age 93 of Ainsworth, NE, formerly of Elkhorn, NE will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Emogene Whitten passed away May 9, 2024 at her residence in Ainsworth. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:30 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Omaha, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Daughter: Marsha (Phil) Fuchs of Ainsworth
Grandson: Dustin Fuchs of Mukilteo, WA
Brother: Bob Happy of Excelsior Springs, MO
Nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Emogene’s name for future designation.

Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth and Reichmuth Funeral Home of Elkhorn are in charge of arrangements.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

A Memorial Service for Mickey M. “Mick” Goodrich age 79 of Long Pine, NE will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the Ainsworth United Methodist Church. A Private Inurnment will occur that afternoon in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Springview, NE. Mick Goodrich passed away December 6, 2023 at the Rock County Hospital in Bassett, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
2 Daughters: Susan (Phil) Brown of Long Pine
& Patricia (Tim) Weber of Purdum, NE
Son: Mark (Susan) Goodrich of Austln, TX
4 Grandchildren
Brother: Larry (Darla) Goodrich of Kansas City, KS
Nieces, Nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the family in Mick’s name for future designation.

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

Memorial Service for Sharron E. Jochem age 84 of Ainsworth, NE will be held on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30 AM in the Zion Lutheran Church in Ainsworth. Inurnment will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery northwest of Ainsworth. Sharron Jochem passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, NE.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Husband: Dean Jochem of Ainsworth
3 Children: Greg (Kathy) Jochem of Ainsworth
Loreece (Todd) Thornton of Long Pine, NE
& Karma (Rich) Schwindt of Ainsworth
7 Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren
Brother: Jack Gudgel of Lake Village, AR
Step-sister: Ida Belle Fernau of Nampa, ID
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Zion Lutheran Church in Sharron’s name.

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

Webster ‘Web’ Running, age 64 of Parmelee, passed away in Rapid City on April 28th. Wake: Friday May 3rd at the Blue Hall in Parmelee. No caravan. Funeral: 2pm Saturday May 4th at the Blue Hall in Parmelee. Burial: St. Agnes Catholic Cemetery in Parmelee

Funeral Service for Lorris C. “Larry” Rice age 86 of Ainsworth will be held on Saturday (April 27, 2024) at 10:30 AM in the Lila McAndrew Gymnasium in Ainsworth. Burial will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Larry Rice passed away Sunday (April 21, 2024) at his home in Ainsworth.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Wife: Linda of Ainsworth
4 Children: Natalie Miles and husband, Neil of Lincoln, NE
Eric Rice and wife, Amy of Gothenburg, NE
Lorinda Connelly and husband, Lonnie of Lincoln
& Kyle Rice and wife, Mary of Parkersburg, IA
9 Grandchildren & 3 Great-Grandchildren
Brother-in-law: Doug Keever and wife, Caroline of Maryville, MO
Along with nieces, nephews and other family members

Visitations for Larry Rice will be held on Friday (April 26, 2024) from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue on Saturday at the gymnasium from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 10:30 AM.

Memorials have been suggested to the family in Larry’s name for future community usage.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com

Barbara Moore, age 73 of He Dog, passed away at her home on April 17th. Wake: 6pm Tuesday April 23 at the School Gym in Old He Dog. Caravan at 11am from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 11am Wednesday April 24th at the School Gym in Old He Dog. Burial at Clear Water Cemetery, Grass Mountain, SD

A Memorial Service for Carole M. Witt age 79 of Valentine, NE will be held on Monday, (April 29, 2024) at 2:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth, NE. Inurnment will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Carol Witt passed away March 29, 2024 at Valentine.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Daughter: Michelle Witt Moore and fiancé, Gary Hostetler of Valentine
3 Grandchildren
Sisters: Barbara Fullerton of Gothenburg, NE
& Jeanne Smith of Ainsworth
Nieces, Nephews and numerous other family members

Memorials have been suggested to the family in her name for a future designation.
Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Jerry Bennett, formerly of Valentine, passed away April 4th in his home at Cornville, AZ.
Survivors include:
Wife- Linda
Sons- Chuck, Bob, Ken, and Rick
There are no services at this time.

Funeral service for Robert “Bob” Grabher, age 89 of Valentine, will be held on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Berean Bible Church in Valentine, NE. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 11, starting at 2:00 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. Mr. Grabher passed away on April 4, 2024, at the Community Health Center in Burwell, NE.
Survivors
Sons-Dean Churchill of Valentine, NE
Dick Churchill of Phoenix, AZ
Don Churchill of DeSmet, SD
Daniel Churchill of Ft. Collins, CO
22 Grandchildren
23 Great-grandchildren

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Johnson Running, age 57 of White River SD, passed away in White River SD on March 28, 2024. Wake: Friday, April 5, 2024 at Horse Creek Community Hall. Caravan will be at 3:30pm from Turtle Creek. Funeral: 1pm Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Horse Creek Community Hall. Burial at White River Cemetery, White River SD
Survivors:

Children: Riannon Running, Nikki Thin Elk, Randi Running

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Sharon Shaw, age 66 of Rosebud SD, passed away In Sioux Falls SD on March 28, 2024. Wake: Friday, April 5, 2024 at Father Paul Hall, Mission SD. Caravan will be at 1p from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 11am Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Father Paul Hall, Mission SD. Burial at St Ignatius Catholic Cemetery, White River SD

Survivors:

Children: LaQuita, Todd, Stevie and Mister (Darwin)

Siblings: Bill Larson, Dorothy McClean, Robert Larson, Cheryl Wellington, Florine Larson, Christine Larson, Floyd “Spudman” Larsen, Carrie Larson, Wanda Larson-Prue, Lloyd Larson, Clifford Larson, Connie Brafford & Donalda Brafford

Holmes Funeral Home will handle the arrangements.

Franklin Adams, age 31 of Mission SD, passed away In Rosebud SD on March 27, 2024. Funeral: 10am Friday, April 5, 2024 at Grass Mountain Community Hall. Burial at Epiphany Cemetery, Old He Dog.
Survivors:
Children: Antonio Eagle Bear, Echo Brown Adams, Symphony Brown Adams
Mother of his children: Andrienne Brown
Mother: Abeleen Stone
Siblings: Yolanda Adams, Rainie High Crane, Cyrus Stone, III, Ta’olowan ‘?Stone, Wowableza Stone, Jesse Stone, Amber Skylar Joseph

Shawnee Yankton, age 35 of West Fargo, ND, passed away at her home on March 26th. Wakes: Tuesday & Wednesday at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission. Caravan at 2pm Tuesday from the Casino. Funeral: 10am Thursday April 4th at Fr. Paul Hall in Mission. Burial at the Native American Church Cemetery in Old Ring Thunder.
Survivors:
Children: TeShaun, Enrique & Audiiauna
Siblings: Larry ‘Skyy’, Shane, Rikki, Tate’ and Anpo

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Word has been received of the death of Carole M. Witt age 79 of Valentine, NE. Carole Witt died Friday (March 29, 2024) in her daughter’s home at Valentine. Memorial Services will be held at a later date with inurnment win the Ainsworth Cemetery.

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Daughter: Michelle Witt Moore and significant other, Gary Hostetler of Valentine 3 Grandchildren
Sisters: Barbara Fullerton of Gothenburg, NE & Jeanne Smith of Ainsworth
Nieces, Nephews and numerous other family members

Memorials have been suggested to the family in her name for a future designation.
Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Sharon O’Kief age 86 of Valentine will be held April 26th (Catholic funeral and burial) at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. Mrs. O’kief passed away on March 13, 2024, in Valentine.

Survivors
Sons-Greg of Omaha, NE
John of Wood Lake, NE
Daughter-Mary Dittrich of Boise, ID
Sister-Nancy Kahm of Omaha, NE
Brother-John Moran of Omaha, NE

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

Mass of Christian Burial for long time Valentine businessman, Lew Johnson, age 92 of Valentine, will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine. The burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, April 4 at 7:00 PM at the Church. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4 from 2 to 5 PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pine in Valentine. Mr. Johnson passed away on March 27 in Burwell, NE.
Survivors
Wife-Joan of Valentine
Sons-David of Blair, NE
Bruce of Valentine, NE
Larry of Plymouth, MN
Daughter-Brenda Smyth of Sacramento, CA
Sister-Thelma Rockwell of Jonesboro, AR
Joan’s children-Kenneth Nollett of San Diego, CA
Melinda Solan of Plantation, FL

Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Funeral Service for Mary E. Daniels age 91 of Ainsworth will be held on Friday (March 29, 2024) at 10:00 AM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth. Burial will follow in the Ainsworth Cemetery. Mary Daniels died Monday (March 25, 2024) at the Rock County Hospital Long Term Care in Bassett

SURVIVORS INCLUDE:
Daughter: Brenda LeMay of Ainsworth
Daughter-in-law: Teri Daniels of Ainsworth
8 Grandchildren & 5 Great-Grandchildren
Sister-in-law: Evelyn Harris of Arkansas
Extended Family Member: Becky Gustafson and husband, Gary of Lincoln, NE
Along with nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members

Visitations for Mary Daniels will be held on Thursday (March 28, 2024) from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoch Funeral Home in Ainsworth and continue Friday one hour prior to the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Brown County Ambulance Association or to the Ainsworth Volunteer Fire Department in Mary’s name. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome.com.

Services are pending at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines for Linda Ford, age 81 of Cody. Linda passed away on March 20 at her home in Cody.
Survivors
Husband-Merle of Cody, NE
Daughters-Monica Ford of Louisiana
Marsha Manson of West Richland, WA
Son-Matt Ford of Cody, NE
Brother-Jim Weisbeck of Merriman, NE
Frank Weisbeck of Lincoln, NE
Sister-Roxanne Farley of Winner, SD
Sandoz Chapel of the Pines is entrusted with service arrangements.

Akicita Two Eagle, age 27 of Upper Cut Meat, passed away March 21st. Wakes: Sunday, Monday & Tuesday at the Upper Cut Meat Community Hall. Caravan at 10am Sunday from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 1pm Wednesday, March 27th at the Upper Cut Meat Community Hall Burial at the Two Eagle Cemetery, Upper Cut Meat.

Survivors:

Children: Inyan Luta and Ramona Rose Two Eagle

Partner: Katrina Rose Fuller, II

Father: Philimon Dean Two Eagle

Siblings: Derek Two Eagle, Michael B Yellow Eyes, Tatanka Two Eagle & Paige Little Thunder

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Clarene Stokebrand, age 76 of Rosebud, passed away at her home March 21st. Visitation and prayer service: 3-6pm Saturday, March 23rd at Holmes Funeral Home in Valentine.
Survivors:
Husband: Dennis Stokebrand
Children: Josette Petersen, Micheal Millard Sr, Earle Millard, Suzanne Mealer, Wendy Mealer, Brendan Siers, Cortlynne Seirs & Koda Arcoren
Siblings: Van Dean Scott, Will Scott, Richard Scott & Dolly Scott

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

Denise ‘Neesy’ Sanchez, age 30 of Mission, passed away March 16th in Sioux City, Iowa. Wake: Friday March 22nd at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission. Caravan from the casino at 1pm. Funeral: 2pm Saturday, March 23rd at the Tiospaye Bible Baptist Church in Mission. Burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Upper Cut Meat, SD
Survivors:
3 Children: Sean Marshall, Jr. and Catelaya & Kenai Sanchez
Sister: Jane Sanchez

Holmes Funeral Home of Valentine will handle the arrangements.

Public visitation for Ayden Witte age 20 of Valentine will be held on Thursday, March 21 from 6-8PM at Sandoz Chapel of the Pines in Valentine. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. Ayden passed away on March 15 in Omaha, NE.
Survivors
Parents-Tyler and Laura Witte of Mount Holly, NJ
Sister-Isable of Mount Holly, NJ
Grandparents-Duane and Deb Witte of Valentine, NE
Great grandparents-Gilbert and Virginia Witte of Crookston, NE

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

Velma Farmer Burnette, age 91 of Mission, passed away March 14th at Rosebud Hospital Wake: 7pm Thursday March 21st at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission Caravan at 1pm from the Rosebud Casino. Funeral: 1pm Friday March 22nd at the Bishop Harold Jones Building in Mission Burial at Spotted Tail Cemetery in Rosebud, SD.
Survivors:
Sons: John & James Burnette
Daughter: Victoria Burnette

Holmes Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.