Obituaries from May 2025

Obituary Kathleen Irene Miller July 18, 1944 - April 26, 2025 BRIDGEPORT, Neb. - Kathleen Irene Miller, 80, of Bridgeport, Neb. passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Morrill County Hospital in Bridgeport. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. ...

William “Bill” Eugene Sughroue INDIANOLA, Neb. - William “Bill” Eugene Sughroue, age 93 of Indianola, Neb. passed away Friday, May 2, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebr. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, Neb. Recitation of the Rosary will follow, beginning at 7:00 p.m...

Jennifer Ann (Weskamp) Fortkamp Aug. 15, 1954 - May 4, 2025 LINCOLN, Neb. - Jennifer Ann (Weskamp) Fortkamp, went to join her Jesus on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in her home with family by her side in Lincoln, Neb.. Jennifer was born Aug. 15, 1954, in McCook, Neb., to Leo and Bonnie (Beachler) Weskamp. Jennifer worked for many years in McCook at the Community Hospital and Medical Specialist Center...

Marilyn Rider Aug. 13, 1938- April 28, 2025 IMPERIAL, Neb. -C Marilyn Rider passed away on April 28, 2025, in her hometown of Imperial, Neb. Born on Aug. 13, 1938, in Imperial, to Roger and Teresa (O’Brien) Pflum. She was the third of seven children in a family rooted in hard work and close-knit values, raised on their family farm on the south divide...

John Kugler McCOOK, Neb. - John Kugler, 68, of McCook, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon, May 8, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Memorial Methodist Church in McCook. Funeral Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Friday afternoon, May 9, 2025 at Memorial Methodist Church in McCook. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook will follow services...

Dolores L. Lawson McCOOK, Neb. - Dolores L. Lawson, age 95, of McCook, Neb. passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hayes Center Volunteer Fire Department, 500 Tate Ave, Hayes Center, NE 69032 or the Mihm Hall, Road 733A, Palisade, NE 69040...

Otto Weigel McCOOK, Neb. - Otto Weigel, 87, of McCook, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook. Services are pending at this time. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook...

Obituary Ray Eugene Carlson April 11, 1948 - April 26, 2025 SAGINAW - Ray Eugene Carlson, 77, passed away peacefully at home April 26, 2025. Ray was welcomed into the world by his parents, Verle August and Alta Mae (Skinner) Carlson on April 11, 1948, in Stratton, Neb. ...

Obituary John Kugler Dec. 5, 1956 - May 4, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. - John Kugler, a leader, mentor, husband, father, and respected business owner in the McCook, Neb. community, passed away on May 4, 2025. Born on Dec. 5, 1956, to Diane and Russel Kugler at St. ...

Jennifer Ann (Weskamp) Fortkamp Aug. 15, 1954 - May 4, 2025 LINCOLN, Neb. - Jennifer Ann (Weskamp) Fortkamp, went to join her Jesus on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in her home with family by her side in Lincoln, Neb.. Jennifer was born Aug. 15, 1954, in McCook, Neb., to Leo and Bonnie (Beachler) Weskamp. Jennifer worked for many years in McCook at the Community Hospital and Medical Specialist Center...

Kenneth “Ken” Wells Sept. 4, 1947 - Jan. 8, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. -Kenneth “Ken” Wells made his journey to heaven at the age of 77. He passed away surrounded by family at the Community Hospital in McCook, Neb. on Jan. 8, 2025. Ken was born in Monroe, Wis. on Sept. 4, 1947, to parents Guy and Edith (Reynolds) Wells. The Wells family moved from Wisconsin to McCook, Neb. for milder weather. Ken graduated from McCook High School in 1965...

Jane Blume-McConville McCOOK, Neb. — Jane Blume-McConville, 90, formerly of Indianola, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Hillcrest nursing home in McCook. Services are pending at this time. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook...

Merrell Charles Maris April 21, 1928, - May 7, 2025 IMPERIAL, Neb. — Merrell Charles Maris, passed away on May 7, 2025, in Imperial at the age of 97. Born on April 21, 1928, in Birmingham, Ala., to Ethel (Baty) Maris, Merrell was adopted at the tender age of three by his mother’s husband, Jim Maris...

Kenneth “Shorty” W. Stewart May 23, 1929 - May 9, 2025 KEARNEY, Neb. — Kenneth “Shorty” W. Stewart, 95, of Kearney, died May 9, 2025, at Christian Homes Care Community in Holdrege, Neb. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., May 14th, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church with Father Art Faesser as celebrant. ...

Scott E. Ackerman Jan. 3, 1964 — May 9, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Scott E. Ackerman, age 61, passed away at McCook Community Hospital in McCook on May 9, 2025. There will be a final farewell tribute from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home...

Loretta Maxine Lengel Aug. 11, 1937 — May 9, 2025 LIMON, Colo. —Loretta Maxine Lengel, 87, passed away May 9, 2025, in Limon, Colo. Full obituary and service details will be posted at a later time. Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook has been entrusted with the arrangements...

Marvin Henry MAYWOOD, Neb. — Marvin Henry, 88, of Maywood, passed away on May 4, 2025 at his home in Maywood. Visitation is Sunday, May 18, 2025 from 1-2 p.m., at Maywood Public Schools. A funeral service is Sunday, May 18, 2025, 2 p.m., at Maywood Public Schools with Pastor Dale Heimer officiating...

Mary Alice Corman July 10, 1950 - May 7, 2025 EDGAR, Neb. — Mary Alice Corman (“MAC”), 74, of Edgar, passed away on May 7, 2025 after fighting pancreatic cancer for more than a year. Mary Alice was born to John Francis and Alice (Jewell) Coyle in McCook, Neb., on July 10, 1950. She was baptized at Garden Prairie Methodist Church...

Ronald J. Sis April 13, 1936 - May 10, 2025 McCOOK,Neb. — Ronald J. Sis, age 89, of McCook, passed away on the 10th day of May 2025. Ronald was born to James J Sis and Georgia V (Pitner) Sis on April 13, 1936, in Stratton, Neb. He grew up on a farm in Northwest Kansas and graduated from Stratton High School in 1953. ...

Norma Joyce Esch Nov. 19, 1941 - May 10, 2025 DES MOINES, Wash. — Norma Joyce Esch, 83, of Des Moines, Wash., passed away on Saturday, May 10 at Valley Medical Center in Renton, Washington. Joyce was born on Nov. 19, 1941 near Indianola, Neb., to Zelma Pauline Burton Esch and Carl Henry Herman Esch. She grew on a farm near Indianola and graduated from Indianola High School. She was a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University...

Terry Richards HAYES CENTER, Neb. — Terry Richards, 70, of Hayes Center, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Neb. Visitation is Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. The family will greet friends from 5-7 p.m...

Rita Ann Unger Oct. 30, 1947 - April 15, 2025 LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Rita Ann Unger, 77, of Los Angeles, passed away on April 15, 2025. She was born on Oct. 30, 1947, in Portland, Ore., to John and Florence Unger and was the second of nine children. Rita was raised loving farm life in rural McCook, Neb. ...

Reynaldo “Chapo” Rodriguez Sigala March 2, 1942 — May 13, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Reynaldo “Chapo” Rodriguez Sigala, age 83, of McCook, passed away May 13, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in McCook. Chapo was born March 2, 1942 in Satevo, Chihuahua, Mexico to parents, Zoilo Rodriguez Huerta and Rosaura Sigala Meledrez. He was one of four siblings who grew up in La Esperanza, Satevo, Mexico...

Etienne “Gene” Thooft May 14, 1930 - May 3, 2025 BALATON, Minn. — Etienne Rene “E.R.” “Gene” Thooft was­ born May 14, 1930 to Ernest Joseph and Marie Virginia (Dobbelaere) Thooft in Limestone Township, Lincoln County, near Arco, Minn. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Eloi Catholic Church in Ghent, Minn. He grew up on the farm and attended eight years of country school District #61 in Island Lake Township, Lyon County, near Lynd, Minn...

Catherine Elizabeth Amador Nov. 19, 2024 — May 13, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Catherine Elizabeth Amador, a precious five-month-old baby, tragically passed away on May 13, in McCook. Catherine was lovingly embraced by her parents, Aaron “Ronnie” James and Deanna Michelle (McGrew) Amador on Nov. 19, 2024, in McCook...

Verda M. (Richter) Wegener McCOOK, Neb. — Verda M. (Richter) Wegener passed away Nov. 10, 2024. Cremation was chosen and graveside services are scheduled for 2 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Verda’s name are suggested to the McCook Humane Society. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook...

James “Jim” Dean O’Mara Aug.26, 1969 — May 10, 2025 EDDYVILLE, Neb. — The family peacemaker, a treasured friend, and the most kind, caring soul; James “Jim” O’Mara, 55, of Sumner, tragically lost his life in a car accident on May 10, 2025. Jim will be remembered as the friend who was always willing to lend a helping hand, offering to BBQ some ribs and a brisket, and had a story or two to tell...

Mary Ann Hlavinka Sept. 6, 1949 — May 14, 2025 NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — Mary Ann Hlavinka passed away at Great Plains Health in North Platte on May 14, 2025, at the age of 75. Full obituary will be published at a later time. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook with Father Gary Brethour as celebrant.Inurnment will follow at the Memorial Park Columbarium in McCook...

Erma “Laverna” (Kotschwar) Ely Dec. 29, 1929 - May 17, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Erma “Laverna” (Kotschwar) Ely passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook. She was 95 years old. Laverna was born on Dec. 29, 1929, in Hayes County, Neb., to Leo Peter and Anastasia Christina (Wasia) Kotschwar. Laverna married Wayne Donald Ely on Jan. 1, 1947, in Oberlin, Kan...

Patricia Arlene (Heiser) Snyder Dec. 13, 1930 - May 15, 2025 BEAVER CITY, Neb. — Patricia Arlene (Heiser) Snyder, age 94, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Beaver City Manor in Beaver City. She was born on Dec. 13, 1930, in Lincoln, Neb., to William and Amy (Neiderhouse) Heiser...

Kent and Sandra Osterhoudt MAXWELL, Neb. — Kent and Sandra Osterhoudt, who passed way seven months apart in Arizona, will be reunited in death on their wedding anniversary, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell with military honors. They both graduated from Bartley High School. Kent worked for the REA and was in Elks leadership and Sandra worked at First National Bank in McCook, Neb...

Ron Frerichs McCOOK, Neb. — Ron Frerichs, 67, of McCook, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Cremation was chosen and Ron’s wishes to have no formal service are being honored by his family. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook...

Wayne Eric Emrich Feb. 18, 1957 — May 18, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Wayne Eric Emrich, 68, of McCook, passed away at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook on May 18, 2025. A full obituary will be published at a later time. Memorials are suggested in Wayne’s name to be designated at a later date...

Crystal Dawn Ward Aug. 1, 1936 — May 19, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Crystal Dawn Ward, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at Hillcrest Nursing home in McCook on May 19, 2025, at the age of 88. Services are pending at this time with Carpenter Breland Funeral Home of McCook...

Doyle Wayne Richardson Sept. 13, 1960 - May 19, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Doyle Wayne Richardson, 64, passed away on May 19, 2025 in Kearney, Neb. Doyle was born on Sept. 13, 1960 to Dale Richardson and Jeanette Wurm (Richardson) Diederich in McCook. Doyle attended elementary school in Oberlin, Kan. ...

Milburne (Mick) Helberg Aug. 7, 1930- May 17, 2025 WAUNETA, Neb. — Milburne (Mick) Helberg, age 94, was born Aug. 7, 1930 in Arnold, Neb., to Wilbert G. Helberg and Irene Anderson Helberg. He went to be with the Lord on May 17, 2025. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior in September 1964 at a Billy Graham Crusade in Omaha, Neb. Mick attended Hamlet Union Church since 1968...

Cecilia M. Koch McCOOK, Neb. — Cecilia M. Koch passed away at Harvard Rest Haven in Harvard, Neb., on May 23, 2025, at the age of 81. A public visitation will be at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. A recitation of the rosary will follow at 7 p.m. at the funeral home...

Daniel (Dan) Peterson Feb. 7, 1956 - Dec. 7, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. — Daniel (Dan) Peterson of McCook passed away Dec. 7, 2024. A celebration of life for Dan Peterson is Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1 p.m. at Barnett Park at the East Pavilion (by the playground)...

Ron Scott McCOOK, Neb. — Ron Scott, 79, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook. Services are pending at this time. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook...

Jack G. Lytle McCOOK, Neb. — Jack Lytle of McCook passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at his home at Highland Park in McCook. Memorial services are Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook...

Tyler Bieck McCOOK, Neb. — Tyler Bieck, 40, of McCook, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the McCook E-Free Church with Pastor Bruce Lester officiating. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook will follow services. In keeping with Tyler’s wishes, the casket will remain closed at services and there will be no public visitation...

Terry “Mike” Hotchkiss CAMBRIDGE, Neb. — Terry “Mike” Hotchkiss, of Cambridge, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, Neb. He was 59 years old. Cremation was chosen and services and a celebration of Mike’s life are being planned for a later date. Service details will be shared when they are available...

Terry K. Vontz Feb. 14, 1953 - May 23, 2025 McCOOK, Neb. — Terry K. Vontz, age 72, of McCook, a man known for his steady hands, generous heart, and boundless love for his family, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and devotion. He was cherished by many, especially his family and family friends, who will forever hold his memory close...

Edith Luanne “Lu” (Wright) DeVoll Dec. 13, 1937 - May 26, 2025 OMAHA, Neb. — Edith Luanne “Lu” (Wright) DeVoll died May 26, 2025 in Omaha. She was born Dec. 13, 1937, in McCook, Neb., to Robert “Whitey” and Edith Mae Wright. Visitation is Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 9-10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bellevue, Neb. Funeral services will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. The full obituary can be viewed at https://www.arborsociety.org/obituaries/Edith-Luanne-Devoll?obId=42679276...

Clifford E. Prince McCOOK, Neb. — Clifford E. Prince, of Stratton, Neb., passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Community Hospital in McCook. Upcoming service information and a full obituary will be added when information becomes available. Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, Monuments and Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.net to sign the online guestbook for the family...