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Patrick "Pat" Worden, age 69 of Sidney, NE formerly of Superior, NE passed away on Sunday September 1, 2024. Services will be held at a later date. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel to leave condolences for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sidney High School Athletic department. You may view Patrick's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Patrick's...
Lawanna Lea (Wasser) Hajek, age 94, of Sidney, NE passed away at Sidney Regional Medical Center-Extended Care on Friday, August 23, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held on September 16, 2024 at Gehrig-Stitt Chapel in Sidney, NE. Inurnment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel to leave condolences for the family, no formal...
Norma Ann Hecht, 85 of Broadwater, Nebraska passed away Sunday September 1, 2024 at Morrill County Community Hospital in Bridgeport. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:30 am at Church of Christ in Bridgeport with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. A graveside service will be at 1:30 pm at Rose Hill Cemetery in Broadwater. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-7 pm at Bridgeport Memorial Chapel. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.b...
Eugene J. Marko, age 83, passed away on August 28, 2024, in Sioux Falls, SD. Visitation will be Friday, September 6, 2024, from 5-7 PM at Miller Funeral Home Downtown Chapel. Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 10:30 AM at Church of St. Mary, 2109 S. 5th Ave. Inurnment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney, NE at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Center for Western Studies at Augustana College or Feeding South Dakota. Gene was born in 1941 to Stephen...
Arlene E. (Hennig) Christensen, age 104 of Cottonwood, Arizona, formerly of Lake Montezuma, AZ and Sidney, NE, died August 15, 2024 at her home in Cottonwood, Arizona. Survivors include special friends Diane and Barry Dunham of Cottonwood, AZ and ten nieces and nephews including Byron Sharman of Sidney. Arlene was preceded in death by husband Frost, parents Gus and Minnie Hennig, two brothers, Fred and Rich and 5 sisters: Ada Sharman, Helen McKinley, Wilma Larsen, Louise Chichester and Adele...
Margery Fern Curtiss of Greeley peacefully transitioned to the next realm on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at the age of 93 after a brief stay in the hospital. Formerly of western Nebraska, she had been a resident of Greeley for 30 years, most recently living at The Bridge Assisted Living of Greeley. On March 9, 1931, in the midst of the Great Depression, Jason and Ferne (Oman) Gorst delightedly welcomed their long-awaited and only child, Margery, in Worland, WY. The family moved to a farm near Bridge...
Gorden "Gordy" G. Sweetser, age 71, of Sidney, NE passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024. A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the Evangelical Free Church in Sidney, NE with Pastor Kyle Larson officiating. Burial with full Military Graveside Honors followed at the Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney, NE. You may view Gorden's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of...
Stanley B. Pearson died in Kimball on August 12, 2024 at the age of 95. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. MT, at the Cantrell Funeral Home in Kimball. Lunch will be served following the services at the Kimball Eagles. Inurnment will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. CST at the Arnold Cemetery in Arnold, Nebraska with lunch being served afterwards at the Arnold Community Center. Friends may visit www.cantrellfh.com to view Stan's Tribute Wall...
Harold R. Perkins "Perk" 86 of Sidney passed away early Sunday morning, August 18, 2024 at his home. Family visitation will be Thursday, August 22 from 5-7 p.m. at the St. Patrick's Parish Center in Sidney, Nebraska. Services will be Friday, August 23 with a Rosary at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Sidney with Father C.P. Varghese officiating. Cremation has taken place, and interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery...
Janis F. Feinstein, age 76, of Gurley, NE passed away in Fort Collins, CO on Thursday, August 1, 2024 surrounded by those she loved and with her favorite song playing ("Don't Stop" by Fleetwood Mac). A Celebration of Life will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the Gurley Community Hall in Gurley, NE with Pastor Bud Gillespie leading us in prayer. Purple was her favorite color, if you're in the spirit wear purple! Cremains will be scattered by the family in all of Janis'...
Victor Parker Victor Parker, age 39, of Scottsbluff, NE passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024. Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, August 9, 2024 at the Dalton Cemetery in Dalton, NE with Pastor Leon "Bud" Gillespie officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Dalton Fire Hall. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Thursday from 1-6:00 P.M. to leave condolences for the family. Family will be present from 4-6:00 P.M. Memorials may be sent to Points West Community Bank...
Evelyn Lucille Wiekhorst, 95 yrs, beloved wife, devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 after a long and full life. She was born in Kimball, Nebraska to Oscar Clyde Taylor and Fiede (Pedrett) Taylor. She graduated from Kimball High School in 1947, and attended Colorado State College (Greeley, Colorado). She married her sweetheart, Mark Clinton Wiekhorst from Potter, Nebraska on January 6, 1952. Evelyn dedicated...
John William Willburn, better known as Bill or Coach Willburn, was born on February 6, 1943 in Pueblo, Colorado. He was the third of four children born to John Aaron Willburn and Marguerite Owens Willburn. Bill married the love of his life, Jean Kathleen Hohman on August 7, 1965. Together, they celebrated 54 years of marriage. Jean cared for Bill for most of his life, until Bill became the caretaker in Jean's final years. Their grandchildren will all remember Bill's absolute devotion to his...
Mary A. Bartling, age 95, of Lodgepole, NE passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the Weyerts Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lodgepole, NE with Pastor Leon "Bud" Gillespie officiating. Burial followed at the Weyerts Cemetery in Lodgepole. Memorials may be given to Weyerts Immanuel Lutheran Church Sunday School. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Mary's care and funeral arrangements. Mary Alice was born December 10, 1928...
On July 7, 2024, Lois Ann Conrad gracefully ascended to the kingdom of God. In her final moments on earth, she was enveloped by the love of her family. In heaven, she was joyfully greeted by family, friends, and every dog she had ever met. We can imagine her either dancing up a storm or instructing the angels on the finer points of dusting and cleaning. Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at St. Patrick's Church with Father Tim Stoner Officiating. Burial followed at the...
Michael D. Haskins, 76, of Lincoln, NE passed away on July 9, 2024, with family by his side. He was born on December 29, 1947, in Scottsbluff, NE, to Bill and Addie Lou (Meier) Haskins. Michael worked as a City Inspector for Sidney, NE for many years, then he moved to Lincoln, working with the Department of Roads. Family members include wife Rebecca of nearly 46 years; children Chad and Erin Haskins; Several nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his...
In the quietness of our small town, where community spirit thrives and neighbors look out for one another, a beloved soul has been lost. "Captain" Jack Hume, passed away at the age of 75 at his home on Thursday, July 11. His life was a testament to unwavering dedication and boundless kindness, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. Jack was born in Sidney Nebraska on July 17, 1948. When Jack was young, his parents moved from Crook to California where Jack found a love of sport. He often...
Jacey Leeper, 44, of Lewellen passed away July 9, 2024 in Greeley, Colorado. Memorial Services will be held to celebrate Jacey's birthday at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the Lewellen Tiger Den. Memorials in Jacey's name can be made to the Special Olympics, Lewellen Tiger Den, or the family for later designations. Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Leeper family. Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com. Jacey Scott...
Corinne Kay (Brachtenbach) McGee of Sidney, NE passed away July 10, 2024 at the age of 76. No funeral services will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later time. Corinne (Corky) was born to Lawrence and Geraldine Brachtenbach May 25, 1948. She is survived by her daughter, Jo (Yardley) Steffens of Overland Park, KS, grandkids Dani Kay Steffens of Kansas City, MO, Kristyn Steffens (Lane Stuart) of Shawnee, KS and Nicholas Robbins of Overland Park, KS, brother Larry (Traci)...
Tyler Daniel Behm passed away on the evening of June 19th, 2024, surrounded by some of those dearest to him, doing something he loved. Tyler was born on October 12, 1989 in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. He was the first child to Timothy and Christine (Vitt) Behm. Tyler grew up in North Platte, Nebraska and spent his childhood developing his love of the outdoors. He attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, and moved back to North Platte shortly after meeting the love of his life, Carrie Egging....
Mary A. Bowker, age 81 of Sidney, NE passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Sidney Regional Medical Center. No funeral services will be held. The family will do a celebration of life at a later date. You may view Mary's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www.gehrigstittchapel.com. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service, LLC is in charge of Mary's care. Mary was a social butterfly and made anyone she encountered smile. Mary was loved by many. Mary was born in Kimball, NE...
Glenn L. Hoppes, Age 82 of Lewellen, NE passed away at his home on Saturday, June 15, 2024. A family graveside service was held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney, Holechek-Bondegard Funeral Home and Cremations in Oshkosh is serving the Hoppes family. Family and friends can leave condolences at www.bondegardfunerals.com. Glenn was born August 14, 1941 to Marvin and Vera Hoppes in Decatur, Kansas. Glenn was known to work in the oilfield most of his life until he retired and moved to Lake...
Brian D. Keller, age 66 of Lodgepole, NE passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 A.M. on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel in Sidney, NE with Pastor Johnathan Sang. Inurnment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Sidney, NE. Services will be livestreamed on the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel Facebook page and recorded for later viewing on our website. You may view Brian's Book of Memories, leave condolences, photos and stories at www....
Willard M Kerk, 92, formerly of Chappell, Nebraska, died Thursday, June 20th on his half birthday, at Good Samaritan Village, Serenity Place in Rapid City, South Dakota. Memorial service with military rites and inurnment of ashes will be at the Pleasant View Cemetery north of Lodgepole, Nebraska on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm (MST). Willard was born on the family farm, southwest of Lodgepole on December 20, 1931, to Victoria (Jenik) and Howard Kerk. He was the second to the last of 8...
Virginia L. Mahr, 96, of Sidney, NE passed away at her home on Monday, June 17, 2024. Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide with Pastor Neil Carlson officiating. Burial followed at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials are designated to Trinity Lutheran Church, South Divide. Services were recorded and are available to watch on the Holechek-Bondegard Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/hbfunerals). Family and friends can...