Maiden Name: Brown

 

Marilyn May (Brown) Biehl, 88, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at the Elwood Care Center.

She was born on February 2, 1935 in Montgomery City, Missouri to Melvin and Selma (May) Brown. Marilyn lived in Missouri until 1949, when her family moved to Lexington. Marilyn graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953.

While in High School, Marilyn met the love of her life, Jim during a High School Church Fellowship. Marilyn was united in marriage to James “Jim” Biehl on February 14, 1954 in Lexington at the First Presbyterian Church. Two children were blessed to this union: Roger James and Janice Kay. The family made their home in the Lexington area, where Marilyn focused her efforts on caring for the home and raising her children.

Marilyn was a faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington and 70-year member, where she was active in many church organizations. She was also a member of the Grant Extension Club, Hospital Auxiliary, and past member of the Nebraska Cattlewomen.

Marilyn and Jim enjoyed traveling together, and she thoroughly loved following her grandchildren’s activities and sporting events and in her later years when the great-grandchildren came along, they were the highlight of her life.

She also enjoyed quilting, square dancing and traveling to different wineries in Nebraska and Missouri with friends. Marilyn decided to take charge of her health and began the Weight Watchers program where she lost over 100lbs. This was a great accomplishment in her life. Above all, Marilyn has left a tremendous legacy of love, and faith to her family.

Survivors include her husband, Jim of Lexington; her daughter, Janice (Lynn) Lans of Lexington; eight grandchildren, Justin (Da’Lacy) Lans, Jillian (Justin) Dowdy, Jacey May (Austen) Klemm, Brandy (Cody) Popken, Amanda Christensen, Aleah Biehl, Isaac Biehl, and Rachel (Connor) Lemke; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Jacob, Joslynn, James, and Jorgianna Lans, Jackson and Jamie Dowdy, Bodee and Shaya May Klemm, Kamryn Pike, Kinley Popken, Giana and Malik Christensen; brother, Leroy (Lettie) Brown of Roseburg, Oregon and sister-in-law, Patricia (Donald) McAnallen of Lakeview, Oregon; brother-in-law, Buss (Carolyn) Biehl of Kearney; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Besides her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her son, Roger Biehl; grandson, Jason Lans; brother, Richard Brown, sisters-in-law, Casey Biehl and Bernice (Phil) Pebley; in-laws, Wesley and Else Biehl.

A Memorial Service will be on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with Reverend Chuck Olsen, officiating.

A visitation will be held on Monday, September 4, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

A Private Family Interment will be held prior to the Service.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Date Posted: 2022-01-29
Maiden Name: Munoz

 

Angelita G. “Angie” Hernandez, 87, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Friday, January 28, 2022 at Avamere in Lexington.

She was born on March 12, 1934 in Lexington, Nebraska to Genaro and Filiberta (Godinez) Munoz. Angie attended public schools in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953. Being a Lexington Alum was always very important to Angie.

Angie was united in marriage to Joseph Hernandez on December 29, 1953 in Fort Morgan, Colorado. Three children were blessed to this union: Gerry, Ed and Tricia. The family made their home in Lexington. When Gerry turned 13, Angie went to work as a florist at Lee’s Flower shop. She used her trade to create the wedding flowers for her niece’s weddings. Because she was a good seamstress, she made most of Gerry’s clothes including outfits for her dolls. She then worked for Reach Electronics, Tri-County Hospital and the Holiday Inn Express, where she always looked forward to working and visiting with people at the events in the conference center.

From the time of her Baptism in April of 1934, she was a faithful member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church. She was a proud member of the VFW Auxiliary and a 60 year member of the Penny Pincher Extension Club.

She was very active at the Grand Generation Center where she enjoyed making pretzels, exercising, and visiting with her friends. Her grandchildren were her joy and she enjoyed attending as many of their activities as possible. She also liked working in her flower garden.

Angie will always be remembered for her love and pride of her family. Her smile and contagious laughter filled every room she entered. She never missed the chance to attend a social event.

Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Joe of Lexington; her daughters, Gerry Hernandez of Broomfield, Colorado and Tricia (Scott) Latter of Holdrege; daughter-in-law, Dawne (Bill Haines) Hernandez of Lexington; five grandchildren, Casey Skiles of Jackson, Wyoming, Nathan Hernandez of Grand Island, Trevor (Kelsey) Hallan of Lexington, Dakota Hernandez of Kearney and Joel (Ali) Latter of Holdrege; five great-grandchildren, Natalie, Zach, Ezekiel, Bennett and River; sister-in-law, Helen Munoz of Lincoln and brother-in-law, Tom (Emily) Hernandez of Kearney; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Besides her parents, Angie was preceded in death by her son, Ed Hernandez; granddaughter, Jessica Skiles; four brothers, Salvador, Luis, Genaro and Jim; three sisters, Victoria Munoz, Margaret Munoz and Mary (Herb) Mettenbrink.

Mass Of Christian Burial will be on Friday, February 4, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Jose Chavez, officiating.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 3, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington.

Interment will be at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Lexington. There will be a luncheon following the Graveside Service at the Holiday Inn Express in Lexington.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the Grand Generation Center, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, or to the family for later designation.

Maiden Name: Brummet

 

Shirley A. Noble, 85 of Overton passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Emerald Nursing and Rehab in Cozad.

Shirley was born August 31, 1935 in Lexington to Tobe and Thelma (Fiedler) Brummet. She graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953.

Shirley was united in marriage to Dwight F. Noble on June 14, 1953 in Lexington. After marriage the couple lived in Fall Brook, California, Lexington, Gibbon, Kearney and settled in Overton in the early 1960’s. Dwight preceded her in death on January 8, 2006.

Shirley was employed for many years at Plectron in Overton and then at Davenport’s Gas Station and later at Overton Sand & Gravel as a secretary-book keeper. She also did the books for Noble Repair for many years. Shirley and Dwight were Foster parents for over 67 children. Shirley was also known to help her husband with his business by painting houses and even some roofing.

Shirley was a member of the Overton Christian Church. She enjoyed sewing, hanging wallpaper, horses, ham radio operating but most of all was very family oriented. She was a great mother to her children.

Shirley is survived by two sons; John of Omaha and Allen and wife Jan of Overton, four daughters; Barbara Holen of Overton, Kathy Gill of Overton, Tova and husband Denny Todd of Amherst , and Jennifer and husband Ray Harris of Omaha, sister-in-law; Dorothy Brummet of Crestview, Florida, grandchildren; Adam Gill, Joshua Gill, Justin Noble, Brandy (Thomas) Echavaria, Emily (Paul) Wagner, Megan (Michael) Torczon, Jessica Holen, Seth (Brenda) Noble, Ashley (Scott) Fisher, Cooper Shubert, Kathy Little Bull Holen, Tova Holen and Gavin Holen, sixteen great-grandchildren, with one on the way as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers; Alan (Gene) Brummet, Neal Brummet and Robert K. Brummet as well as a granddaughter, Noel Holen.

There will be no visitation and the casket will be closed at the church.

Funeral services will be held Monday, February 8, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Overton Christian Church with Pastor Will Thompson, officiating. Face coverings will be at the discretion of those attending. The service will be live streamed on the Reynolds Love Facebook page.

Interment will be In the Overton Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Overton Volunteer Fire Department or the Overton Christian Church.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

 

John Donald “Don” Ryan, 83, of Grand Island, NE died peacefully  Sunday, June 23, 2019, under the watchful eyes of caregivers of Tabitha Hospice and the staff of Country House Residence where he was a resident for over two years.  Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, June 28, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral.  Fr. James R. Golka, Fr. Richard L. Piontkowski Jr., Fr. Mark A. Maresh, and Fr. David L. Rykwalder will celebrate the funeral mass.  Don’s wishes were to be cremated.   Inurnment will be in St. Ann’s Cemetery in Lexington, NE with a committal service at 2:00 p.m.  Visitation will be Thursday, June 27, 2019, from 5 – 7 p.m. at Curran Funeral Chapel with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m.   In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association.  Your thoughts and prayers may be given atwww.curranfuneralchapel.com under Don’s obituary.  Curran Funeral Chapel is assisting the family.

Don was born July 9, 1935, in Wood River, NE.  He was the son John and Madeline (Frances) Ryan.  He was the fourth child and only son of the couple.  He received his formal education at the University of Nebraska and Kearney State College.  He married Donna Bradshaw on August 14, 1959, in Lexington, NE.  This union was blessed with two sons, Mark and Chris and a daughter, Kelly.  Soon after marrying the couple taught in Lexington, Don’s home town.  After four years Don was given the opportunity to join a financial company in Grand Island.  This became his life for nearly 72 years of service throughout the state.  His love for people made him care for and enjoy his career and life.  He was a faithful follower of Husker football, baseball, and volleyball.  He soon converted Donna when he coached the boys in the summer. 

After nearly 60 years of marriage they relished traveling abroad.  They enjoyed each other and others traveling with them as they savored the dining, dancing, music, and God’s nature during their travels.  When you think of Don please remember his hearty lust for life.

Don will be remembered and missed by his wife Donna, his three children, Mark and his wife Susan, Kelly and husband Paul Lutomski, Chris and his wife Kelsey.   Others left to cherish his memory include a granddaughter, Ashley Wolf and husband Josh, his many nieces, nephews, friends and clients, especially Eric Stewart who took over Don’s business.  Don will be deeply missed by all his family, friends and all who knew him.  He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, Marci Jo, grandson, Matthew Lutomski, infant brother, two sisters, Mary and Frances, nephew, Mike Lantz, and a brother-in-law, Larry Bradshaw.

Maiden Name: Wing

 

Patsy L. Loschen, 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Bryan Medical Center – East Campus in Lincoln.

She was born June 5, 1934 in Sumner, Nebraska to Luther and Wilmetta (Hyslop) Wing. Patsy was a 1953 graduate from Lexington High School. She was united in marriage to Marvin O. Loschen on June 18, 1953 in Lexington at Grace Lutheran Church. Three children were blessed to this marriage: Marvin E. (Butch), Susan and Tammy.

Patsy and Marvin spent the majority of their lives in Lexington. Patsy spent twelve years as a truck driver with her husband. Marvin and Patsy last worked as owner operators for England Transportation. They traveled far and wide with many adventures. She was a cook at Lexington High School for ten years. She was also an Assistant Administrator at the Deshler and Valentine Care Homes and a dietary supervisor at Westside Care Home now Plum Creek Care Center in Lexington.

Patsy enjoyed playing Pinochle with their card club for over fifty years. She was a charter member of Grace Lutheran Church and a member of her women’s church group. She was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Lexington. She never missed a high school class reunion and looked forward to seeing her classmates every year. She went to the Grand Generation Center several times a week to eat lunch, play cards and have a good time with friends.

She loved spending time with her family and friends. With her friend, Anne, they had a weekly date for Sunday lunch and a movie. With her grandchildren she loved to go camping and play cards.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan (John) Lepert of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Michelle Lepert Khati, Brian Lepert, Shannon (Aaron) Lepert Mathis and Heather (Raul) Loschen Ochoa; four great-grandchildren, Augie Garcia, Jeman Khati, Rohan Khati, and Brookelynn Mathis; two brothers and one sister, Harvey (Betty) Wing of Gothenburg, Norma (Rex) Robinson of Cozad, Charles Daniels of San Diego, California; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Luther Wing and Wilmetta Daniels Brown, her husband, Marvin; one son, Marvin (Butch); one daughter, Tammy and two brothers, L. Marvin Wing and Lee Daniels.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

Funeral Services will be on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor Erin Dunlavy, officiating.

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington.

Memorials are suggested to the Grand Generation Center in Lexington, Nebraska.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Date Posted: 2014-02-13
Maiden Name: O'Connor

Kathleen Marie O’Connor Seberger, 78, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2014, at Plum Creek Healthcare Community in Lexington. Kate was born on a farm near Plattsburg, Missouri, on September 11, 1935, to Dennis Leo O’Connor, Sr. and Mary Ellen Golden O’Connor. In 1939, her family moved to Lexington, Nebraska to open and operate Burns-O’Connor and Skinner Cattle Company. She graduated from Lexington High School in May of 1953. She attended 2 years at Loretto Heights Catholic College in Denver, Colorado, studying Journalism.

Shortly after she returned home, she married Richard Julian Seberger on June 2, 1956, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington. They were fortunate to have over 52 years together before Rich passed away in 2010. Together they raised eight children and were proud grandparents to 23, and in the last year Kate was blessed with 2 great-grandchildren.

Family was very important to Kate, and raising a good family was her main purpose in life; her most cherished role was that of mother and grandmother. Knowing the importance of being involved, she sat on many school boards during the 34 years her children were in school. Also, she cooked for family, friends, and school children as one of her pastimes; eagerly fighting over her Special K Bars was a regular occurrence that made her smile. She worked in the Lexington Middle School kitchen and cafeteria for 22 years, and she fed all of her grandchildren that attended Lexington Middle School. In the summer, she enjoyed filling the backyard pool for her children and grandchildren to swim in.

Survivors include six sons; Richard, Jr. & Michelle, William & Pam, Alan & Katy, Kenneth & Dee, Daniel & Mary Jo, and Capt. Dennis and Melinda, all of Lexington. Two daughters; Mary & Greg Hiatt and Diane & Alan Pryor, all of Lincoln.

Twenty-three grandchildren; Kelsey and wife Lyndsey Hiatt, Jessica, Tori, Sarah, Logan Hiatt, Kathleen & husband Andrew Ostrom, Elizabeth, Alison and husband Andy Keirns, Courtney, Richard, III, “R.J.”, Bridget, Kyle, Allysa, Nicholas, Sydney, Eric, Casey, Kristian, Brandon, Sam, Nathan, Julian, and Adrianna. Two great-grandchildren; Olivia Flores and Lucas Keirns. Brother, Dennis O’Connor, Jr. of Lexington; Brothers-in-law; George & Delores Seberger of Garden Valley, CA, and Joseph & Marcelene Seberger of Bakersfield, CA, and sister-in-law, Mary (Mrs. Robert) Seberger of Redding, CA; many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis and Mary O’Connor, her husband, Richard; as well as her sisters, Mary Julia and Betty, and brothers-in-law, Earl Hoffmann, John Lawless, and Robert Seberger.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 18, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Neal Nollette celebrating.

Visitation will be held Monday, February 17, 2014, from 3-5 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic Church.

Burial will be in the St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery at Lexington.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society – Dawson County Relay for Life.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to assist the family with arrangements. To share online condolences with the family please go to: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Date Posted: 2016-06-15

Monte L. Harkless, 81 years, of Fremont, Nebraska died Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Fremont Health Medical Center in Fremont. Monte was born February 20, 1935 in Kansas City, Missouri to Montella “Bill” and Lily (Fowler) Harkless.

He attended school in Lexington, Nebraska and was a 1953 graduate of Lexington High School. Monte married Mary Hatch September 26, 1954 at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington.

Monte worked for Nebraska Natural Gas Company and then the Fremont Department of Utilities until February 20, 2000, when he retired. He lived in Lexington until 1977 and then moved to Fremont and had lived there since 1977. He belonged to Sertoma Club of Fremont, Volunteer Fire Department in Lexington, NCIP (Nebraska Community Improvement Program) in Lexington, Hooper golf leagues and enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Harkless; son, Curt and wife, Deb Harkless of Lexington, Nebraska; daughters, Becky and spouse, Annie Kluthe of Omaha, Nebraska and Lori Riley of Fort Collins, Colorado; sister-in-law, Sherry and husband, Larry Warner of Lexington; grandchildren, James and wife, Britt, Michaela, Lauren, Cody, and Connor.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Harkless and mother, Lily Cranfill; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clayton and Wilma Todd.

Visitation will be Friday, June 17, 2016 from 5 PM to 8 PM at Moser Memorial Chapel in Fremont and will continue on Sunday, June 19, 2016 from 3 PM to 5 PM at Reynolds Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

Funeral service will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, June 20, 2016 at Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington. Student Ministry Pastor Brent Crass will officiate.

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington.

Memorials may be directed to Lexington Volunteer Fire Department.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at: www.mosermemorialchapels.com or reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, Nebraska, is assisting the family with local arrangements.

Date Posted: 2016-08-05

Kenneth D. “Kenny” Whittaker, 81, of Kearney, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2016 at his home after losing a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Funeral services were at 11 am Tuesday, Aug. 9 at First Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Stephen Price-Gibson will officiate. Interment will be at 2:30 pm in Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington. Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. Monday at O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Condolences may be shared online at www.osrfh.com.

Kenneth DeWayne Whittaker was born on Nov. 25, 1934 in Lexington to Paul and Mary (Brummet) Whittaker. He grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School in 1953. During high school Kenny participated in football, basketball and track. Following high school Kenny continued to work at the local grocery store where he managed the meat department.

On June 20, 1954 Kenny was united in marriage to Marilyn Stream at the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington. The couple made their home in Lexington until moving to Kearney in 1960. Kenny was a truck driver and delivery man for several companies, including Armour, Roberts Dairy and Yellow Freight. Following his retirement from Yellow Freight Kenny worked for IGA.

He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and was a past member of the Elks Club. He was also a member of the Teamsters Union where he served as a Steward. Kenny enjoyed doing word puzzles and playing basketball in the men’s half court league, which he was instrumental in starting. Most of all he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, and especially looked forward to attending their sporting activities. Kenny’s family and friends will always remember his extremely kind and gentle heart.

Kenny is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Marilyn of Kearney; a son, Dan (Mary) Whittaker of Arlington, Texas, a daughter, Lori (Tim) LaBrie of Minden, a son, Jon (Shelly) Whittaker of Kearney; five grandchildren, Erin (Matt) Fennema of Byron Center, Mich., Christopher (Kim) LaBrie of Minden, Blake (Katie) Whittaker of Gretna, Logan Whittaker and Sara Anderson of Minden, and Olivia Whittaker of Kearney; four great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Micah, Lily and Gabriel Fennema; two sisters, Myrna (Glenn) Eggleston and Paula Blodgett and a brother, Jerry (Donna) Whittaker, all of Lexington; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Marvin Blodgett; and three nephews, Brent Sherman, Blake Sherman and Terry Eggleston.

Date Posted: 2012-01-14

Paul B. Woodside, 78, of Holdrege, Nebraska, formerly of Lexington, Nebraska, died Saturday, January 14, 2012, at Christian Homes in Holdrege.

He was born December 23, 1933, at Lexington, Nebraska to Harold and Rosa (Schwarz) Woodside.

Paul was a graduate of Lexington High School and was united in marriage to Darlene D. Steinbeck on May 29, 1956, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington. One son was blessed to this marriage, Randy.

Paul served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1954 until being honorably discharged in 1958.

Paul worked for several years in management at the Excel Beef Packing Plant in Darr. Paul and Darlene lived in Lexington for over 40 years, then in Kearney. In Lexington, Paul served as a Boy Scout Master and helped coach Little League baseball. Due to failing health, Paul was living at Christian Homes in Holdrege.

He loved playing cards (especially pitch), making leather wallets and latch-hook rugs, spending time with famiy, showing off his grandson, and working puzzles. He and Darlene attended Fairhaven Baptist church in the country east of Lexington, which now sits at the Dawson County Historical Society.

Survivors include his son: Randy and wife Deborah Woodside of Lexington, NE

One grandson: Ryan Woodside of Lincoln, NE

Four brothers: Leroy Woodside of Kearney, NE

Bernard and wife Judy Woodside of Holdrege, NE

Wayne Woodside of Odessa, NE

Mick and wife Rita Woodside of Kearney, NE

One sister: Viola Woodside of Lexington, NE

Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Darlene on September 8, 2011; and several siblings.

Funeral Services will be Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington with Pastor A.L. Cole officiating.

Visitation will be held that same morning from 10:00 a.m. until noon.

Memorials are suggested to the Phelps Memorial Health Center Foundation.

Inurnment will be at a later date in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell, Nebraska with Military Honors.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Please forward condolences to the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Gordon Eugene Rimpley, 84, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Monday, March 19, 2018, at his home.

He was born October 19, 1933, in Lexington, Nebraska, to William and Icis Mary Betsy (Smith) Rimpley. He married Edna Joyce Reichert on May 27, 1954, in South Dakota. Four children were born to this marriage; Tim, Todd, Tamara, & Teresa.

Gordon attended Southward Elementary school, and graduated from Lexington High School in 1953. He enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard in 1952, and served eight years.

Gordon was a hard worker, and a good provider. He loved and was very proud of his family. His family worked and helped him whenever he needed them. They each learned many life skills that are useful in their own lives.

When he built the country home on the back property, he made it accessible to all his children, and grandchildren. There was hunting, fishing, camping, swimming, canoeing, and hiking. Most of all many fond memories were made of river rides, hunting for Morel mushrooms, and asparagus each spring.

Gordon is survived by his wife, Edna Joyce Reichert Rimpley; two sons, Timothy William, and Todd Alan; two daughters, Tamara Sue, and Teresa Lynn; eleven grandchildren; Michael, Ashley, Alicia, Macy, Kyla, Brady, Ella, Aaron, Brandon, Nickolas, and step-grandson, John; seven great-grandchildren; Tyson, Cooper, Madalynn, Samantha, Adalie, Jace, and Banks.

Preceding Gordon in death were his parents; two sisters, Loretta Crawford, and Reba Beshman, and her husband, Ernest; two brothers, Harold and wife Vera, and Clayton and wife Phyllis; nieces and nephews, Phyllis, Donna, Larry, Dennis, Kirk, and Sharon.

It was his wishes for cremation. There will be no visitation.

A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, March 24, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Eddie Mariel officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the Lexington Public Library, First Presbyterian Church, or for a tree planted in his memory at the Dawson County Historical Society.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. To share online condolences with the family, please visit: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Date Posted: 2017-11-16

Robert H. Sherman, 82, of Lexington, Nebraska, died November 15, 2017, at Lexington Regional Health Center. Bob was born April 28, 1935, at his family home in Darr, Nebraska, to Ralph and Lottie (Brummet) Sherman.

He grew up in Lexington, graduating from Lexington High School in 1953. Bob married Patricia Stream on November 14, 1953, in a small ceremony in Aurora, Nebraska. To this union, four children were born: Brent, Robert Blake, Jann and Joni. The family made their home in Lexington.

Bob worked throughout his lifetime. When he was 10 years old, he set pins at the Lexington Bowling Alley and worked a Nimie’s Shoe Shop polishing shoes. At the age of 14, Bob started to work at Lexington Laundry and Dry Cleaners. In 1980, he and Pat became sole owners of the laundry and dry cleaning business and ran the business until a fire destroyed the plant in September of 2000.

Bob loved to hunt and fish on his river property and at the cabin on Plum Creek Canyon. He loved to talk sports to anyone who would listen and never missed a day of reading his sports page in the newspaper. He was a member of the Lexington Presbyterian Church, a member of the Lexington Masonic Lodge, and a member of the Lexington Chamber of Commerce for many years. Bob was highly supportive of his community and its various programs. His family, however, was his greatest joy. He loved having the kids, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren call and visit, and bragged about all of them to everyone he met.

Bob is survived by his wife of 64 years, Patricia of Lexington; daughters Jann (Jon) Kloepping of Cozad and Joni Sherman of Kearney; grandchildren Jeremy Sherman of Omaha, Andrew (Maira) Sherman of Lincoln, Katie (Josh) Griffis of Lincoln, Kyle (Luke) Wiesen of Bennington, Nebraska, and Eva (Levi Herrera) Flores of Lincoln; Great Grandchildren: Hanna and Drake Sherman, Kennadi and Ellie Griffis; Jonah, Jax and Charlee Wiesen; and Theo Herrera; sister Donna Malone of Fremont and sister-in-law Peggy Sherman of Johnson Lake.

Bob is preceded in death by his sons Brent and Blake, his parents, his brothers Jim, Jack, and Dick; brother-in-law, Jim Malone; sisters-in-law Marlene Sherman and Virginia Sherman.

It was Bob’s wishes his body be cremated. The family has carried out those wishes.

A Memorial Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 2:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with Reverend Polly Deppen-Williams officiating.

A Memorial Book signing and visiting with family time will be Friday, November 17, 2017, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Lexington.

Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church or to the Sherman Family for a scholarship in Bob’s name to be designated later.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Date Posted: 2005-10-10

Jimmy Lee "Jim" Woodside, 69, of Lexington died Monday, Oct. 10, 2005, at BryanLGH East Medical Center in Lincoln. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington. The Rev. Caroline Vickery will officiate.   

A private family inurnment will be held prior to the memorial service at Greenwood Cemetery. There will be no visitation. It was Jim's wishes his body be cremated. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.   

Jim was born May 26, 1936, at Lincoln to Martin and Lucille (Goedert) Woodside.   

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Woodside of Lexington; two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles M. and Linda Woodside of Kearney, and David L. and Michelle Woodside of The Woodlands, Texas; two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda Kay Barton of Overton and Barbara J. and Larry Hedrick of Kearney.   

Other survivors include five grandchildren, Jerrod Barton, Justin Barton, Kathryn Woodside, Alexander Woodside and Owen Woodside.Jim attended Lexington schools and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953.   He attended Kearney State College and the University of Nebraska before returning home to farm.   

On Oct. 12, 1958, Jim married Dorothy Olds at Lexington. To this union, four children were born.   

Jim was very active in his church and church organizations. He had been a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lexington since 1936, where he served as an elder, trustee, Sunday school teacher, nominating pastor committee, bell choir member, and hosted many Bible study groups. He was also active in the Westminster Woods Camp board, properties committee, and served as a counselor for fishing camp.   

Jim was also very active in the farming community and Dawson County. In 1979, he received the Outstanding Young Farmer Award.He was past president of the Cattleman's Association and cattle buyer for Cornland Dressed Beef, and established the Woodside-Meyer Feedlot.   

Jim helped develop the Program for the Rural Crisis Hot Line.   

In 1982, he was a member of the Dawson County Ag Society.   

From 1995 to 2000, Jim was the manager of the Dawson County Fair.   

He was owner/operator of ABC Appliance Repair.   

Preceding him in death were his parents; and sister, Jeanne.   

Memorials are kindly suggested to First Presbyterian Church or Westminster Woods Church Camp.-Obituary obtained from www.lexch.com

Date Posted: 2006-01-03
Maiden Name: Warren

JoAnne Hawks, 70, of Lexington, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006, at her son's home in North Platte.   

Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 7, at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington, with Pastor Megan Morrow officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation was Friday, Jan. 6, at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington, which is in charge of arrangements.   

Survivors include her husband, Glenn Hawks of Lexington; two sons, Scott (Kristi) Hawks of Lincoln, and Jim (Janelle) Hawks of North Platte; one daughter, Lori MacDonald of Lincoln; three brothers, Dick (Maxine) Warren of Springfield, Ore., Jim (Donna) Warren of Springfield, Ore., and Roy, Jr. (Betty) Warren of Salem, Ore.; six grandchildren, Matthew (Briana) Hawks of North Platte, Nate Hawks of North Platte, Jennifer (Jonathan) Carter of Lincoln, and Jordon, Ryan and Leah MacDonald of Lincoln; and one great-grandson, Jackson Carter of Lincoln.   She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Stanley Warren; and two sisters, Maxine Hodges and Juanita Moore.   

JoAnne was born March 13, 1935, at Lexington, to Roy and Ollie (Gullick) Warren. She grew up in Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953.   

On June 2, 1953, she married Glenn Hawks at Lexington. Three children were blessed to this marriage: Scott, Jim and Lori.   

When the children were growing up, JoAnne worked as a nurse's aide at Lexington Community Hospital. She also worked in the cafeterias of Morton Elementary and Lexington High School. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Christian Women's Club.   

JoAnne loved life and always had such a special twinkle in her eye. She enjoyed doing crafts and going to craft shows, crossword puzzles, word games and playing cards with her friends.   

She and Glenn traveled to Branson, Mo., for vacation for the last 33 years. She so enjoyed that trip in the fall. But, her most enjoyable times were spent with family, and most especially, her grandchildren. She will be so missed.   

Memorials are suggested to Grace Lutheran Church or Lexington Volunteer Fire Department.

-Obituary obtained from www.lexch.com

Date Posted: 2006-11-03
Maiden Name: Gauger

Margaret A. Zimmerman, 72, of Lexington, died Friday, Nov. 3, 2006, at Bryan Memorial Hospital in Lincoln.   

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 17, 2006, at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington with the Rev. Caroline Vickery officiating.   

There will be a private inurnment at Greenwood Cemetery near Lexington.Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.   

She is survived by two sons, Robb (Kim) Zimmerman of Owatonna. Minn., and Steve (Tiffany) Zimmerman of Everett, Wash.; two daughters, Sheri (Keven) Aldridge of Littleton, Colo., and Margerey (Steve) Fox of Highland Ranch, Colo.; one brother, Dave (Mary Ruth) Gauger of Raymond, Wash.; one sister, Miriam J. Butler; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, numerous nephews and nieces, and special friends, Bill and wife Deloris Livingston of Lexington.   

In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her brother John P. Gauger of Lexington.   

She was born Sept. 23, 1934, in Fremont, to Earl L. Gauger and Esther B. (Berg) Gauger.   

She graduated from Lexington High School in 1953. After graduating from Principia College near St. Louis, Mo., in 1958, she taught physical education at Kearney State College. She also worked as a teacher's aide in the Lexington schools and as a receptionist at a local chiropractic clinic in Lexington.   Memorials are kindly suggested to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.   

Memorials to the Nebraska chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society go to President Pattie Gorham, Community Health Plaza, 7101 Newport Avenue, Suite 304, Omaha, NE 68152. Memorials to the Nebraska chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation go to Executive Director Shannon Lee, 11917 Pierce Plaza, Omaha, NE 68144.

-Obituary obtained from www.lexch.com

Date Posted: 2006-11-16
Maiden Name: Schnakenberg

Elvera "Pat" Racek, 71, of Lexington, died Thursday, Nov. 16, 2006, at Tri-County Hospital in Lexington.   

Visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 20, 2006, from 5-7 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington with Wake Service to follow at 7 p.m. also at Reynolds-Love Chapel. Services will be Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, at 2 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with Father Paul Colling officiating.   

Burial will be at the St. Ann's Cemetery in Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of the arrangements.   Survivors include her husband, John Racek of Lexington; one brother, Allen (Peggy) Schnakenberg of Walnut, Calif.; three daughters, Pam (Arlan) Ackerman of Lexington, LaRae Hammond of North Platte, and Teresa (Scott) Tomasek of Omaha; one son, Mike (Audrey) Racek of Lexington; grandchildren Leia (Mike) Underwood of Oconto, Jory Wood of Lexington, Christina (Brad) Wagener of Lexington, Angie Chaney of Haskell, Okla., Schuyler Racek of Omaha, Betsy Racek of Lexington, Harrison "Bubba" Racek of Lexington, Tucker Tomasek of Seattle, Wash., and Trista Tomasek of Kansas City; eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.   

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Herbert Schnakenberg, two sisters, Doris Richardson and Arleen Limbaugh and a grandson, Jay Racek.   Pat was born the fifth child of Ernest and Beata Schnakenberg on May 21, 1935, at Davenport, Thayer County, Neb., at a neighbor mid-wife's house. She joined four older siblings, Herbert, Arleen, Doris and Allen.   

She attended the Kiowa Lutheran Parochial School until the family moved north of Davenport where she then attended the St. Peter's Lutheran School and was confirmed into the Lutheran faith in May, 1949.   

During the summer of 1951, she lived with her oldest brother Herbert in Crete where she worked at a cafe. She moved to Lexington with her parents that fall and graduated from Lexington High School in 1953. During her high school years, she worked as a waitress until her senior year when she worked at an insurance/accounting firm and was hired full-time upon graduation.   

On her 20th birthday, Pat was married to Lee Hammond and two children, Pamela and LaRae, were born. The marriage ended in divorce and Pat raised two daughters with the help of her parents. 

In Dec. 1961, she was married to John Racek. They have made their home in Lexington for the past 45 years. Pat continued her employment for local attorneys and later went into the tax profession until her retirement after 50 years in the workforce.   Pat and John together renewed their faith by becoming members of the St. Ann's Catholic Church.   

She was a member of the Dawson County Democrats, the Democratic Women's Caucus, the Association for Retarded Children and Legal Secretaries Association. She also served on the board of Trinity Lutheran Church, chairman of the St. Ann's School Board and the St. Ann's Church Council. She often volunteered for church activities and Meals on Wheels.   

Her greatest love was family and she especially welcomed visits with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed the challenge of work, the time with friends and her home life upon retirement.   

Memorials are suggested to St. Ann's Catholic Church, the Lexington Fire Department or donor's choice. -Obituary obtained from www.lexch.com

Date Posted: 2007-04-02

Raymond L. Schwarz, 71, of Lexington, died Monday, April 2, 2007, at his home south of Lexington, with his family near his side. Visitation will be held Wednesday (today), April 4, 2007, from 2-5 p.m., at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington with wake service at 7 p.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday, April 5, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Lexington with the Rev. Paul Colling officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery at Lexington. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home of Lexington is in charge of arrangements.   

Survivors include his wife, Judi Schwarz of Lexington; one son, Shane (Daphne) Schwarz of Elwood; three daughters, Deb White of Lexington, Kris (Scott) Hueftle of Holdrege, and Mindi (Shawn) Area of Overton; one stepdaughter, Rochelle (Darin) Zebell of Marshfield, Mo.; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, with one on the way; five brothers, Carl Schwarz and Mike (Sandra) Schwarz, both of Lexington, Keith (Cindy) Schwarz of Arapahoe, Kenny (Shirley) Schwarz of Elwood, and Eugene (Nancy) Schwarz of Ft. Collins, Colo.; two sisters, Alice (Floyd) Wenburg and Martha (Wally) Hubbard, both of Lexington; mother-in-law, Blanche Searls of Eustis; brother-in-law, Sam (Eva) Searls of Eustis; and sister-in-law, Terri (Marvin) Tridle of Surprise, Ariz.; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives; and two special friends, Merlin Holden and Joe Hernandez.   

Ray was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harry and Bob; stepson, Chuck; father-in-law, Chick, and two infant children, Raymond Ernest and Sharol Lynn.   

Raymond was born July 4, 1935, at Smithfield, to Frank and Dorothy (Woodside) Schwarz. He was a graduate of Lexington High School with the class of 1953. Following graduation, he went to work for Paulsen Construction and Britton Construction. He then started Schwarz Brothers Construction with his brothers. Ray worked as a bricklayer until his health forced him to retire. He married Judi Searls on Oct. 22, 1988 at Kearney.He was a member of the Lexington Eagles Club and a social member of the Veteran's Memorial Club.     

Ray was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to "Make a Wish Foundation," the American Cancer Society or donor's choice.

Date Posted: 2008-07-06
Maiden Name: Rupe

Donna M. Linn, 71, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Sunday, July 6, 2008, at BryanLGH East Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was born July 29, 1936, near Eustis, in Frontier County, Nebraska, to Ray A. and Neva B. (Hess) Rupe.

Donna moved with her family when she was 12 years old to the Lexington area. She attended school and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953. On October 9, 1954, she was united in marriage to Dean E. Linn at Eustis, Nebraska. Three children were blessed to this union; Michele, David and John.     

Donna's working career spanned many years, starting with working as a secretary for Fred Warnemunde, a legal secretary for Cloyd Clark in Elwood and a legal secretary for Larry Weber in Lexington. In 1986, she ran for and was elected Dawson County Clerk. She would serve Dawson County in this capacity until 2006.     

She was always a very hard-worker and put 100% into everything she did. Donna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved being with her family. She enjoyed reading, watching Tiger Woods, coffeeing with friends, playing cards, cribbage and spending time with her great-granddaughter, Josie.     

Donna was a member of First United Methodist Church and a past member of Business and Professional Women. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society.     

Survivors include one daughter: Mickey and husband Steve Reiter of Kearney, Nebraska Two sons: Dr. David and wife Grace Linn of Pine, Colorado, John Linn of Gering, Nebraska. Two sisters: Gloria and husband Harold Benzel of Dixon, California, Karen and husband Ed Darby of Lexington, Nebraska. Six grandchildren: Hannah Richter, Dawn Reiter, Jacob Reiter, Margaret, Anna and Sarah Linn. One great-granddaughter: Josalinn Richter.     

Donna was preceded in death by her parents and husband.     

Funeral Services will be Friday, July 11, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Lexington, Nebraska with Reverends John Craig and Jaime Farias officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery at Lexington. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 10, 2008, from 4-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington. Memorials are suggested to the Lexington Volunteer Fire Department or the Donor's Choice. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences or reflections may be directed to: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Date Posted: 2009-05-31
Maiden Name: Wallace

Margaret A. (Wallace) Graves, 72, passed away on May 31, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer.     

Margaret was born August 24, 1936, in Lexington, Nebraska to W. Clyde and Bernis (Meek) Wallace. She attended Robb School District 3 and Lexington High School graduating in 1953. After high school Margaret was employed by the Northwestern Bell Telephone Company as a telephone operator. On March 17, 1956 she was united in marriage to Clyde J. (C.J.) Graves at the United Methodist Church in Lexington. After settling first in Grand Island and then in O'Neill, Margaret welcomed the birth of her only child, Richard after which they moved to Gothenburg where Margaret was employed by the Gothenburg State Bank until they moved to North Platte where Margaret worked for First National Bank.     

After retiring in 1990 Margaret and CJ spent time traveling and later shuttled between their home in North Platte and their winter home in Mission, Texas. Margaret was a member of the First United Methodist Church Choir in Gothenburg, a member of the Lake Maloney Golf Course and Two-Ten Extension Club in Gothenburg. She was an avid reader, horse lover and golfer. In 2007 Margaret made a hole in one on Martin's Golf Course in Palmview, Texas.

Margaret is survived by her husband Clyde (CJ), her son Richard Graves and his wife Crystal of Palo, Iowa, one grandchild, April, one brother Bob Wallace and wife Sue of Lexington, one sister, Marilyn Kring and husband Ken of Lexington, four nieces, Lori Compston and husband Dick of Lexington, Kathy Kring of Las Vegas, Nevada, Tracy and husband Colin Parsons of Sacramento Ca, and Tami Wallace of San Francisco Ca, and two great-nieces, Olivia Kate and Lily Margaret Parsons of Sacramento.     

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother John Wallace. She will be missed dearly by those who knew her best. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Callahan Cancer Center in North Platte. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 5, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles L. Spence officiating. Inurnment will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Robb Cemetery near Lexington. Those wishing to sign her memorial book may do so from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues through Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Date Posted: 2013-07-26

Libbie Rae Freeze, 78, of Pleasant Hill, Calif., died quietly in her sleep July 26, 2013 in Pleasant Hill. A graveside service will be held on Aug.12 at 11:30 a.m. at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, Calif., where she will be placed next to her husband, Robert Freeze.    

Born in Cozad, Libbie grew up around Lexington with her brother, Gordon, and graduated from Lexington High School in 1953. She held various jobs as a bookkeeper, Teletype operator and filing clerk.    

In 1954, she married Robert W. Freeze, a veteran of the Korean Conflict, and they moved west--looking for work—ending up San Diego, Calif., where she worked for a public accountant. A few years later, they relocated north to Livermore, Calif., where, and after a series of jobs, she eventually started her career at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she worked as a microfilm operator and film processor for 30 years until 1993.     

The couple learned to fly in the early 1960s, with both earning their private pilot licenses. They were active members of the Civil Air Patrol, and even owned a small Cessna airplane based at the Livermore Airport for several years. Starting in the 1970s, she and Robert started raising quarter horses at their ranch in Tracy, Calif., and became active in the Northern California horse show scene.     

In 1994, they retired from work and horses, and moved to Mokelumne Hill, Calif. There, she became active in a number of organizations including the Lion's Club, VFW, International Questers and volunteered at the local library.     

She had recently moved to Pleasant Hill to be closer to her family and had been living an active life with her dog Sugar, whom she took on frequent walks and was a familiar sight in the neighborhood.     

She is survived by her son, Kenneth L. (Michele) Freeze of Martinez, Calif, and her three grandchildren, Christopher L. Freeze, Sarah Furtado and Ann Furtado. Preceding her in death were her husband of 53 years, Robert, and her daughter, Deborah E. Furtado.     

The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made in her name to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation of Frederick, Md. or Lions International. Connolly and Taylor in Martinez, Calif., is in charge of the arrangements.

Date Posted: 2017-07-09
Maiden Name: Vance

Ruth I. Carter of Cozad passed away July 9, 2017 at Cozad Care Center at the age of 82. Ruth was born July 3, 1935 at Lexington, Nebraska to Ira and Georgia (Oliver) Vance and was the youngest of 9 children. She graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1953. Ruth married Paul Carter in 1955. The couple lived in Chicago, Illinois where Paul was stationed while in the Army. In 1957, their son Robert was born. Shortly after, they moved back to Lexington where their daughter Laura was born. The family moved to Colorado where they resided for 13 years before returning to Cozad. Ruth worked for Evans Bakery in Cozad until her retirement.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul; daughter, Laura; 5 brothers; 3 sisters; and many more relatives. Survivors include her son Robert Carter and wife Teresa of Kearney; grandchildren, Stephanie McKillop and husband Jeff, Jennifer Palu and husband Brad, April Yang and husband Peter and Ian Lemmer; great grandchildren, Juliet, Parker and Max McKillop, Harrison Palu and Madison and Carter Yang; 39 nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Clark Carter of Cozad; sister-in-laws, Bonnie Carter of Bertrand and Joan Vance of Omaha.

A graveside memorial service will be held will be held Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Hewitt Cemetery east of Cozad with Rev. Victor Rasmussen officiating. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so on Wednesday from 1 to 5 at Berryman Funeral Home.