Christian Biography of Galen A. Cook

Galen Allen Cook, the son of Lewis and Katherine (Fry) Cook, was born on June 15, 1945 in Belleville, Kansas. He departed this life on August 24, 2008 at his home in Sutton, Nebraska , due to complications of Diabetes at the age of 63 years, 2 months and 9 days.
Galen and Vickie Mohler were united in marriage at the Nazarene Church in Superior, Nebraska on October 31, 1964. This union was blessed with three daughters.
Galen was inducted into the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War in 1968. He earned the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was honorably discharged in 1969.
Galen served on the Superior Police Department, the Clay County Sheriffs Office,the Wood River Police Department and the Sutton Police Department. In 1997 he became Chief of Police in Fairfield, Nebraska until his retirement in 1999 due to health reasons.
Galen enjoyed working on refrigeration equipment, including everything from air conditioners to dishwashers. He was also an accomplished sandblaster and painter, and enjoyed using his talent on wagon wheels, farm and elevator equipment.
Galen was a member of the Sutton Community Church, serving as a Deacon.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Don Cook and two half sisters, Crystal George and Fern Reed.
He is survived by his wife Vickie, of Sutton, Nebraska; daughters, Tonia Daza and husband Gabriel, Nonda Wortman and Fiancé Phillip Goodall and Tessa Fielder and husband Casey; three grandchildren, Andrew Wortman, Ahsha Goodall and Dutton Fielder all of Sutton, Nebraska; one brother, Orlan Cook and wife Anne of Shawnee Mission, Kansas; along with a host of other relatives and many friends. He will be missed by all.


Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Riley Wilson officiating. Music was “The Old Rugged Cross”, and “Victory In Jesus,” with Marilyn
Laffitte as soloist and Betty Schott as organist.
Pallbearers were Val Imler, Mark Dumler, Mike Wortman, Phillip Goodall, George Piper, and Dallas Havens. Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Cook, Brian Cook, Denny Mohler, Sam Mohler, Kenny Mohler, Ron Mohler, Donald Tyler and his Fellow Law Enforcement Officers.
Interment with Full Military Rites was in the Bostwick Cemetery at Bostwick,Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ivan Jacobitz

Ivan Jacobitz, the son of Albert and Clara (Meyer) Jacobitz, was born on
December 11, 1914 on a farm between Nelson and Mt. Clare, Nebraska. He passed away
on August 15, 2008 at the Nelson Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska at the age
of 93 years, 8 months and 4 days.
Ivan was one of ten children born to this marriage. He was baptized in the St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church in Superior, Nebraska on December 26, 1953. His sister, Esther
Willett Kimminau and 2 sons, Larry and Tom Willett lived with him for a time before his
marriage to Ivalee Webber on January 2, 1954. This union was blessed with 8 children.
He cared for his parents prior to that time and farmed while his three brothers served our
country during WWII.
Ivan loved to fish and would do so when time would allow away from the farm.
He enjoyed watching boxing, wrestling, and football on TV. His family was what meant
the most to him especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Edgar, Melvin and Lyle and
sisters, Edna Wade, Evelyn Conger, Esther Kimminau, Irene Kalassinsky, Inez Beal and
Nellie Maxine Ferrell and one grandson Daniel Hartshorn.
He is survived by his wife Ivalee of Nelson, Nebraska; daughters, Linda Hartshorn
and Delbert of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jeanette Wolfe and husband Bruce of Fairfield,
Nebraska, Rose Titus and husband Charlie of Las Vegas, Nevada, Teresa Neal and
husband John of Lincoln, Nebraska; sons, Vic Jacobitz and wife Teresa of Nelson,
Nebraska, Dan Jacobitz and wife Micki of Nelson, Nebraska, Bruce Jacobitz and wife
Becky of Nelson, Nebraska and Terre Jacobitz and wife Kim of Nelson, Nebraska,
grandchildren, Rebekah Hartshorn, Jared Wolfe, Justin Wolfe, Nick and wife Melissa
Jacobitz and Josh and wife Stephanie Jacobitz, Markee Jacobitz, Jaycee Jacobitz, Michael
Jacobitz, Jacob Jacobitz, Christian Walker, Aaron Walker, Jackson Neal, Evan Jacobitz
and Emily Jacobitz and one great-granddaugher, Natalie Jacobitz. He is also survived by
sister-in-laws, Jean Jacobitz of Hebron, Nebraska, Alverta and Bob Dudley of Waterloo,
Nebraska and Laura Webber of Lincoln, Nebraska along with a host of many cousins,
nieces, nephews and friends.


Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Superior, Nebraska with Father Brad Zitek officiating.
Music was “The Old Rugged Cross”, “On Eagles Wings” and “The Strife Is O’er” sung by Alfred & Janell Hanson and Lorraine Rempe as organist. Lector was Jerome Mazour.
Pallbearers were Phil Wehrman, Ron Meyer, Gary Ostdiek, Clark Grueber, Randy Porter, Doug Porter, Gary Follmer, and Don Cassell. Honorary pallbearers were Ron Porter, Louis Keim, Ralph Bottenfield, Eldrick Grummert, Everett Barfknecht, Hans Christensen, Fritz Grueber, Alfred Miller and Everett Meyer.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
In lieu of flowers memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Lyn Tyler

Lois Lyn Tyler, the daughter of Dale and LaVeta (Mohler) Dunn, was born on March 14, 1947 in Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on August 14, 2008 at the Memorial Health Care Center in Grand Island, Nebraska at the age of 61 years and 5 months.
Lyn’s father made the military his career so she grew up as a so called “Army Brat” living everywhere from Germany to Colorado. She graduated from Superior High School and was a member of the Living Faith Fellowship. She was baptized and
confirmed by Pastor Radley in the Nazarene Church.
She was united in marriage to Clarence Lee Tyler on November 13, 1966 in Mankato, Kansas. This union was blessed with 4 sons.
Lyn was a full time stay at home mom for her sons. She enjoyed collecting all kinds of angels. Her family was very important to her as also her cats whom she loved very much. Most evenings you would see Lyn and her family sitting outside enjoying the weather visiting with their many friends and neighbors, which became the neighborhood gathering spot. She was known by all as “Momma Lyn”.
She is survived by her husband, Clarence; parents, Dale and LaVeta Dunn all of Superior; sons, Dale Tyler of Superior, Nebraska, Darren Tyler and wife Shannon of
Franklin, Tennessee, Devin Tyler of Wichita, Kansas and Donald Tyler and wife Heather of Superior, Nebraska; five grandchildren: Madilyn, Kayli, Ashleigh, Lauryn and Ethan; other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, August 18, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Patsy Busey officiating. Eulogy was given by Diane Covey. Music was recordings of “Homesick” by Mercy Me , and “The Dance” by Garth Brooks and “In The Garden,” sung by Marsha Cline with Kathy Wiest as accompanist.
Pallbearers were Gary Cline, Jon Albrechtt, Tim Covey, Mike Covey, Marcus Gonzales, and Terry Lemke. Honorary Pallbearers were Tom Mohler, Randy Ray, Larry Ray, Dave Hess and Mark Avis.
Interment was in the Bostwick Cemetery at Bostwick, Nebraska.
Memorials in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Gary Graham

Gary Arlen Graham, the son of Loye and Dolores (Plank) Graham, was born on June 25, 1938 on a farm near Webber, Kansas. He passed away on August 6, 2008 at the Golden Age Living Center, Stover, Missour at the age of 70 years, 1 month and 12 days.
He was baptized and became a member of the Presbyterian Church as a child. In 1963 he became a member of the Catholic Church. Gary's family moved to the West Coast when he was a year old and lived in Wshington and Oregon until 1945 when they came back to Superior, Nebraska. His mother passed away when he was 11 years old and his paternal grandparents moved in with the family to help finish raising him and his siblings. His father passed away five years later.
Gary graduated from Superior High School in 1956. He attended college at Kansas State for 1 1/2 years and then joined the Navy and served 4 years (stationed in Guam for 3 years). Following his discharge from the Navy, he enrolled at the University
of Nebraska, Lincoln, where he received a degree in Electrical Engineering.
He was married to Pat Sherry in 1963 and to this union 4 sons were born. Gary and Pat were divorced.
He worked for Control Data in branches located in Minnesota, Indiana, and Nebraska. Upon retiring from that company, he purchased a National Property Inspection
Franchise and moved to Illinois.
In 1994 he was married to Ruth Ann Wojcik and they reside at the Lake of the Ozarks, Sunrise Beach, Missouri.
Preceding him in death were his parents and grandparents.
Survivors include his wife, Ruthie, of Sunrise Beach, Missouri; sons, Jeff and wife Darby of Uniontown, Ohio, Greg and wife, Hilary of Westminster, Colorado, John and wife Kylee of Lincoln, Nebraska and Marc of Lincoln, Nebraska; a step-son, Jay and wife Anne Wojcik of Lugoff, South Carolina; three grandchildren, Lainey, Calvin and Rowyn Graham, two step-grandchildren, Julianne and Adeline Wojcik of Lugoff, South Carolina; two brothers, Richard (Dick) Graham of Ketchikan, Alaska, Delton Graham and wife Carolyn of Springdale, Arkansas and one sister, Jeanine Blackstone and husband Leo of Superior, Nebraska; aunt, Donna Sibert of Superior, several nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends.

Memorial services were held on Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the First Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating.
Music was “On Eagle's Wings” and “Footprints,” with Alicia Ferguson as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Inurnment was in the Webber Cemetery at Webber, Kansas.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Lorene J. Adamson, 89, of Lincoln departed this life July 31, 2008. She was born June 27, 1919 in Nelson, NE to William & Nora (Kramer) Janssen.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Dale Janssen & one sister, Ruth Wehrman.
Lorene is survived by her husband Joseph of Lincoln, and their two sons, John & wife Martha and their children Sarah & Joseph; Stephen & wife Laurie and their children Jessica (Noah) Kaarbo & Katie; Sister – Nellie Littrell; Sisters-in-law- Janice Janssen and Louise Janssen; Marjorie Adamson and Betty Adamson; Brothers-in-law – Dick Wehrman and wife Karen, and Newell Wilhelms; many nieces, nephews, friends, & other relatives.

Memorial Services: First-Plymouth Congregational UCC in the Pilgrim Hall, 2000 “D” Street, Lincoln.
Time of Service: Saturday, August 2, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Officiant: Pastor Renae Koehler
Inurnment: Sunday, August 3, 2008 at 2:00 pm at the Nelson Cemetery in Nelson, Nebraska followed by a reception at 3:00 pm at the Nelson Community United Church of Christ, Nelson, Nebraska.
Memorials may go to the family.
There will be no visitiation.
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home, 446 S. Main, Nelson, NE 68961,
402-225-3301

Christian Biography of Lucille F. Thurber

Lucille Frances Thurber, the daughter of George and Fannie (Maruska) Kempkes was born on March 16, 1924 at Cowles, Nebraska. She passed away on July 28, 2008 at the Grand Island Veterans Home in Grand Island, Nebraska at the age of 84 years, 4 months and 12 days.
Lucille graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1941. She was united in marriage to Marvin R. Thurber on June 7, 1942, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Superior. To this union 5 children were born.
Lucille lived in the Superior and Nelson communities. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nelson. Her special interests included crocheting, sewing, quilts and needle work, her flower garden and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed birdwatching as a pastime with her husband.
Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Marvin on December 28, 1999; daughter Georgia in 2002 and four sisters, Rosie Meester, Helen Haag, Mildred Grummert, and Thelma Arnold and her brother, George Kempkes.
Survivors include her three daughters, Frances Butler of Nelson, Nebraska, Cheryl Feala and husband Larry of North Bend, Nebraska, Janet Warneke and husband Jerome of Grand Island, Nebraska, and one son, Marvin Thurber, Jr. and wife Linda of Jackson, Wyoming; eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Joe Haag of Farmington, New Mexico; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 10:30 AM from the
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nelson, Nebraska with Fr. Brad Zitek officiating. Music was “It Is No Secret,” “One Day At A Time,” and “Always,” with Alfred & Janell Hanson singing duet and Jim Spirk as organist.
Pallbearers were Jerry Warneke, Larry Feala, Seth Feala, Jason Feala, Virgel Thurber, Terry Grummert and Phil Peters. Honorary Pallbearers were her grandchildren, Michael Hutchins, Mark Hutchins, Kenna Betancur, Michaela Feala, Jason Feala, Seth Feala, Amber Kempkes, and Aaron Kempkes.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.


Christian Biography of Calvin C. Hobson

Calvin Cassius Hobson, the son of Clyde and Ida (Fisher) Hobson, the oldest of five children was born on June 27, 1924 on the family farm south of Hardy, Nebraska. He passed away on July 28, 2008, following a stroke, at the Republic County Hospital, Belleville, Kansas at the age of 84 years, 1 month and 1 day.
He spent his childhood on the family farm six miles south of Hardy, NE, in Republic County Kansas. He attended Stover Grade School and graduated from Hardy High School in 1942. Calvin attended the University of Nebraska for one year. He joined the Naval Reserve and was sent to Iowa State University. He earned a letter in track, completed a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and was a member of Eta Kappa Nu (Electrical Engineering Honorary Society). After graduation, his orders took him to the University of Notre Dame for Midshipman School where he was commissioned as an Ensign. He served in the United States Navy during World War II, on board a minesweeper for eight months in the Philippines, Japan and Shanghai region. After the Navy, Calvin spent a year in Schenectady, New York and worked for General Electric. Due to the illness of his father and his love for the land, he returned to the family farm. He was a teacher and coach at Hardy High School for two years.
On July 31, 1949, Calvin married Oleta Mueller and they made their home on the family farm. Calvin farmed, raised livestock and operated a construction company which included leveling of land for irrigation. They operated their farm as a Development Farm for Kansas State University when gravity flow irrigation came to the area in 1955.
He was a member of the Union Church of Hardy, the Republic County Historical Society and served on the following boards: Hardy Co-op, Soil Conservation, Rosemound Cemetery, Big Bend Township, Rae Hobson Memorial Library and Unified School District #427. Calvin and Oleta enjoyed traveling through all of the 50 United States and several foreign countries. He loved sports, bird watching, reading, genealogy, visiting with people and sharing local history.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Clyde Hobson.
He is survived by his wife, Oleta; two sons, Clifford Hobson, and wife, Sue, Topeka; and Leon Hobson, and wife, Claudia, Manhattan; daughter, Elaine Spafford, and husband, James, St.Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, John Hobson, Topeka; Chad Hobson, Manhattan; Deandra Audley, Lawrence; and Shane Audley, Kansas City, Missouri; sister, Betty Becker, Black Mountain, North Carolina; two brothers, Elvin Hobson, and wife, Norma, Courtland; and Dean Hobson, and wife, Shirley, Bellevue, Washington; sister-in-law, Edie Hobson, Pittsburg, Kansas; nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Calvin was a devoted husband of 58 years, a loyal brother, a loving father, a fun loving grandfather and a friend of many. He will be greatly missed. His family takes comfort that he is with Jesus, his Lord and Savior.


Funeral services were held on Friday, August 1, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Union Church in Hardy, Nebraska with Pastor Lance Shafer officiating. Congregational hymns “How Great
Thou Art,” “Amazing Grace,” and “The Old Rugged Cross,” were sung with Heather Dahl as organist.
Pallbearers were Tony Hobson, Ron Wagner, Brad Bouray, Kent Bouray, Roger Kintigh, Myron Eitzmann, Virgil Eitzmann and Harlan Eitzmann.
Interment was in the Rosemound Cemetery at So. Hardy, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Gary Wayne McClure

Gary Wayne McClure, the son of Wayne and Edythe (Rutledge) McClure, was born on November 8, 1945 at Red Cloud, Nebraska. He passed away on July 26, 2008 in Nelson at the age of 62 years, 8 months and 18 days. He was baptized April 21, 1946, at the Methodist Church in Inavale, Nebraska. He was a former member of the Evangelical United Bretheran Church at Angus, Nebraska. Gary grew up in Angus and lived in Nelson, Superior and other surrounding communities. He graduated from Edgar High School with the Class of 1964. Gary was united in marriage on December 28, 1970, to Marlys Honeycutt in Smith Center, Kansas. To this union three sons were born: James Gary, Jeremy Lee and Christopher Curtis. Gary had various jobs. He raised hogs, he worked at the Blue Cross Serum Plant in Superior, he worked at the Mid American Dairy cheese plant in Superior and for several local farmers in the area. Gary was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at age 8. He faced many medical challenges during his life including the loss of his vision in his mid 20's and kidney failure in 1993. Gary had to undergo kidney dialysis. Gary was named the National Kidney Foundation of Nebraska Patient of the Year Award in 2007. Gary had a very strong faith and never gave up. He always was pleasant to all he came in contact with and always accepted his health challenges with dignity. He always used to say the, Lord never gives us more than we can handle. Gary was a stay at home dad most of his married life. He did a fine job raising his sons and was proud of the men that they have become. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Edythe McClure. He is survived by his wife, Marlys McClure of Nelson, Nebraska; sons, James McClure of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jeremy McClure and Christopher McClure both of Nelson, Nebraska, brother, Allen McClure and wife Tracie of Hastings, Nebraska; four sisters, Jayne and husband Ken Durfee of Cordova, Nebraska; Ruth and husband, Tom Watts of Fairfield, Nebraska; Betty Kilmer of Hastings, Nebraska; and Kay McClure-Kelly and husband Bill of Lincoln, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 10:30 AM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “It Is No Secret” and “How Great Thou Art,” with Tom Jensen as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Preston Nitz, Dillon Nitz, Troy Lammers, Joe Honeycutt, Marcus Gonzles, and Steve Honeycutt. Honorary Pallbearers were Marlan Watson, Jim Rilling, Dennis Melvin, Michael Melvin, Joey Henry and Royce Gonzales.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Grace L. Erickson

Grace Lorene Erickson, the daughter of William and Cora (Diebert) Turner, was born on August 18, 1918 on a farm between Olive Hill and Burr Oak, Kansas. She passed away on July 21, 2008 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the
age of 89 years, 11 months and 3 days.
Grace attended elementary school at Olive Hill, then moved to Superior with her parents to attend high school and graduated with the class of 1936 from Superior High.
She was united in marriage to LeVern Erickson on April 10, 1940 in Belleville, Kansas and this union was blessed with 3 sons.
Grace attended the Nora Methodist Church and was a member of the Cadams Club. She loved to play the piano and during high school she played at the original movie theatre in Superior. She enjoyed crocheting, cross word puzzles and sharing time with her family and her grandchildren. Through the years she enjoyed her
time spent traveling with LeVern and helping him around the farm.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband LeVern on May 22, 2004, two sisters, Fern Morris and Theta Hall and one grandson, Jon Erickson.
She is survived by her sons, Bill and wife Carlita of Superior, Nebraska, Robert and wife Betsy of Martell, Nebraska and David and wife Beth of Granville, Ohio. Seven
grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren along with a host of other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden”, with Carol Shambaugh as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Ron Erickson, Eric Erickson, Chris Erickson, J. T. Erickson, Brad Fish, and Tony Lipker.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials are suggested to the Brodstone Memorial Hospital, Superior,
Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, Nebraska 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Fae Meyer

Alice Fae Meyer, the daughter of Cecil and Margaret (Moorhead) Sheets, was born on February 20, 1909 on a farm south of Deweese, Nebraska. She passed away on July 16, 2008 at the Nelson Good Samaritan Home in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 99
years, 4 months and 26 days.
Fae grew up in Guide Rock and the Mt. Clare communities. She attended
Nuckolls County rural schools and graduated from Nelson High School with the class of 1926. She also attended 1 year of college. She was united in marriage to Floyd Meyer on May 29, 1929 at the Methodist Church Parsonage in Belleville, Kansas. This union was
blessed with two sons, William LeRoy and Richard Lee. They lived their married life in Deshler, Superior, and Nelson, Nebraska.
Throughout her lifetime, Fae worked at Farmer’s State Bank and Superior-Deshler in Superior, the Rural Electric Association, Orbit Inn, and the Commercial Bank in Nelson, Nebraska. She also owned and managed a ladies Style Shop in Nelson and also
served as receptionist at the Klawitter-Price Funeral Home.
Fae was active in the community and was a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ, Rebekah Lodge of Nelson, serving as past Noble Grand, O.E.S.,
and the Senior Citizens Club. She was a loving mother and wife.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, on August 20, 2004, sons, Richard on March 20, 1994 and William on October 16, 2001, sister, Evelyn Colllins, brother, Gordon Sheets and grandson, Mark Meyer.
Survivors include her sisters, Gwendolyn Whitely of Nelson, Nebraska and Mildred Bishop of Doniphan, Nebraska, step-grandchildren, Mike Ambrosia of Ellisville, Mississippi, Doris Williams of Hico, Texas, Jackie Davis and Bill Wehrman both of Kenesaw, Nebraska, Pat Melroy of Winterset, Iowa and Debbie Larson of St. Edward, Nebraska; daughter-in-law, Helen Meyer of Kenesaw, Nebraska and brother-in-law Wayne Collins and wife Mary of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews other relatives and a host of friends.
There comes a time for all of us when we must say goodbye. But faith and hope and love and trust can never, never die. Although the curtain falls at last is that a cause to grieve? The future’s fairer than the past if only we believe and trust in God’s eternal care-So when the Master calls let’s say that life is still more fair although the curtain falls.

Funeral services were held on Friday, July 18, 2008 at from the Nelson
Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “Just A Closer Walk With Thee” and “Beyond The Sunset,” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Betty Schott as organist.
Pallbearers were Mike Ambrosia, Duane Nelson, Alfred Hanson, Gordon Meyer, Ken Hamel and John E. Price.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Richard Madison

Richard I. Madison, the son of Leo S. and Mary E. (Kray) Madison was born on December 10, 1919 at Wilsonville, Nebraska. He passed away on July 11, 2008 at the Veterans Hospital in Portland, Oregon at the age of 88 years, 7 months and 1 day.
Richard received his education in the Superior Schools. In 941 he enlisted in the Army Air Force with a Photo Reconnaissance Unit mapping South America. He attained the rank of 1st Sargeant. In 1945, the end of the war, he returned to Superior and was
employed by Armour creameries.
He was united in marriage to Ella Tordrup on June 27, 1947 at the Centennial Lutheran Church in Superior, Nebraska, and they moved to the West Coast. He worked for Crown Zellerback Paper Company for 35 years as guide in sales and in management
positions in Washington, Oregon, California and Colorado.
In his retirement years he enjoyed his yard and flowers and visiting with friends and neighbors. He truly enjoyed being in Superior over Memorial days.
He was a member of the American Legion, VFW and Eagles Club in Superior. Disabled veterans #1 and Elks Lodge #142 in Portland.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Wilda Marler.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years. Ella of Portland, Oregon, daughter, Lynette Blair of Sherwood, Oregon and sons, Lewis Madison of Bremerton, Washington and James R. Madison of Atchinson, Kansas. Three grandchildren, Yvette Roy and husband
Mike of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Lynette Powers and husband Phil of Cameron, Missouri and James R. Madison Jr. and wife Melody of Springfield, Missouri. Four great-grandchildren, Sydney Roy, Ben Roy, Taylor Madison and Zoe Mahoney. He is also
survived by a host of many other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Barbara Bauer officiating. Music was a bagpipe recording of “Amazing Grace”, a recording of “In The Garden” and recessional was “Thanks For The Memories.”
Pallbearers were Burdette Hanson, Gary Tordrup, Adolph Laluk, Darrell Jensen,Larry Juergens, and Mike Combs.
Interment with full military honors was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the family or your favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Amy A. Myers

Amy Alverda Myers, the daughter of Henry and Ina (Yearsley) Register, was born on August 26, 1908 in Beatrice, Nebraska. She passed away on July 10, 2008 in Denver at the age of 99 years, 10 months and 14 days.
She moved with her family to Superior, Nebraska in 1909 where she graduated from Superior High School. She was united in marriage to H. Leslie Myers on May 23, 1928 in Superior, Nebraska. This union was blessed with three children, Duane, Anita and Richard. They farmed for 30 years in the Superior area. She moved to Denver in 1968 and lived in Windsor Gardens for many years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leslie on June 14, 1958; and a great-grandson Erik Carnahan.
Survivors include her daughter, Anita Mills and sons, Duane Myers and wife Barbara all of Denver, Colorado and Richard Myers and wife Constance of Katy, Texas; seven grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Graveside services were held on Monday, July 14, 2008 at 3:00 PM from the Evergreen Cemetery in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials suggested to the American Lung or Heart Association or to the Erik Carnhan Educational Fund in care of Anita Mills 2000 E 12th Ave. Apt. 42, Denver, CO 80206.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Clara Kuhlmann

Clara Meta-Anna Kuhlmann, the daughter of Albert and Sophie (Lutjemeyer)
Ropers, was born on December 19, 1919 on a farm near Elmwood, Nebraska. She passed
away on July 3, 2008 at the Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home in Hebron, Nebraska at
the age of 88 years, 6 months and 14 days.
Clara was baptized on January 19, 1920 by Pastor Carl Luecke and confirmed on
May 7, 1933 by George Bergstresser both in North Branch and was a member of North
Branch for 24 years. She attended country school while growing up.
She was united in marriage to Walter Kuhlmann on April 9, 1947 in St. Paul
Lutheran Church, Byron, Nebraska. This union was blessed with twin sons, Ronald and
Donald.
The couple lived on a farm east of Byron, where they raised their family. In 1964,
the family moved to the home place where Walter was born. In 1975, Walter and Clara
retired from the farm and moved to Byron. They both always enjoyed a large vegetable
garden.
Clara made many quilts and blankets for the church and community. She enjoyed
sewing for others. She also was a cook at the Corner Café in Byron for a while.
Clara just recently moved to the Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter on October 12, 2002;
four brothers, Herman, Elmer, Harry and Willie and two sisters, Sophie Ropers and Letha
Cheney.
Survivors include her sons, Ronald and wife Melissa and Donald all of Byron,
Nebraska; six grandchildren, Chad Kuhlmann and wife Michelle and Lance Kuhlmann
and wife Angela all of Hebron, Nebraska, Jason Kuhlmann and wife Tara of Byron,
Nebraska, Kendra Kuhlmann of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jaci Siemsen and husband
Clay of rural Belleville, Kansas and Troy Kuhlmann of rural Mankato, Kansas; 10 great-
grandchildren; brothers, Albert Ropers of Syracus, Nebraska, Lorens Ropers of Elmwood,
Nebraska, and sisters, Hilda Bruss, and Mabel Cheney and husband Dale and brother-in-
law, Glenn Cheney all of Bennett, Nebraska, and brother-in-law, Raymond Kuhlmann of
Modesta, California; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Sunday, July 6, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Byron, Nebraska with Vicar Connie Raess & Pastor Daryl Nelson officiating. Music was congregational hymns, “Amazing Grace” “Faith Of Our Fathers,” and “O Jesus I Have Promised,” with Ruby Eggers as organist.
Pallbearers were Chad Kuhlmann, Jason Kuhlmann, Jacqualyn Siemsen, Lance Kuhlmann, Kendra Kuhlmann and Troy Kuhlmann.
Interment was in the St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery at Byron, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Joe C. Shaughnessy

Joseph Clarke Shaughnessy, the son of John and Ann (Clarke) Shaughnessy, was born on January 26, 1947 in St. Louis, Missouri. He passed away on June 26, 2008 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 61 years, and 5 months.
Joe graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas, in St. Louis, Missouri and continued his education at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. He enlisted with the United States Army in 1969 serving in Vietnam, Grenada, and Desert Storm. He also served in
the National Guard and Reserves. He was honorably discharged in 1999 retiring after 30 years of service. Joe was truly dedicated to the Armed Forces and throughout his lifetime
he assisted in all aspects especially where there was some sort of devastation. He was a true advocate for veterans.
He was united in marriage to Cynthia Chaput on October 19, 2001 in Anthony, New Mexico. They resided in Las Cruces, New Mexico until moving to Superior, Nebraska in 2001. While living in Superior, Joe was influential among the veterans in our area, his main purpose was to be a service to his country. He was instrumental in serving as the chairman of the committee responsible for bringing the Moving Vietnam Wall to Superior in 2007. He was a member of the Military Order of Cooties and the Pup Tent Chapter in Grand Island, State Chaplain, he also was a member of the Elks and Eagles club both in Superior, the Nelson V.F.W Post #3355 and American Legion Post #187, Past District Commander of the V.F.W., and was serving as the current Commander of the V.F.W Post #3355 in Nelson, Nebraska.
Preceding him in death were his parents, brother, John and sister, Mary Ann.
Survivors include his wife, Cynthia of Superior; daughter, Hollace Genereux of Austin, Texas, son, Patrick and daughter Johanna Shaughnessy both of Ft. Campbell, Kentucky; brother, Martin and wife Mary Ann of San Antonio, Texas and mother-in-law Edith Chaput of Salina, Kansas; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, June 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Father Brad Zitek officiating. Recorded music was “American Soldier” by Toby Keith, “The Drums and Pipes of the Irish Guard,” “Letters From Home” by John Michael Montgomery, “America” by Ray Charles and “Celtic Pagpipes”.
Pallbearers were Randy Koehler, Jim Woerner, Troy Hayes, Sam Hayes, Mark Butler, and Mike Dunn.
Interment was in the Bostwick Cemetery at Bostwick, Nebraska with Full Military Rites and the Patriot Guard Riders assisting in the burial procession.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Charlotte Doris Ward

Charlotte Ward beloved mother and friend passed away peacefully on May 21, 2008. Born October 31, 1916 to William C. and Blanche (Eaks) Cross at Mankato, Kasas.
She grew up on parents farm in Kansas and taught in the country school that she attended as a child. She married William Ward in 1939 and they farmed in Kansas and Nebraska until the late 1950's. They spent their first winter in Arizona in 1961 and made Arizona their home in 1979. He passed away in 1983. Charlotte joined Valley Unitarian Universalist Church in 1980.
She is survived by her son, Larry Ward, granddaughter, Starlene Metcalf, great grandson, Christopher Metcalf.

Memorial Services were held June 7, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Mariposa Gardens, 6747 E. Broadway, Mesa, Arizona.
A private inurmment was held in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Mankato, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to may send a donation in Charlotte's name to the Valley Unitarian Universalist Church Endowment Fund, 6400 W. Del Rio, Chandler, Arizona 85226

Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska is in charge of local arrangements.


Christian Biography of Evonne Intermill

Gladys Evonne Intermill, the daughter of Orvel and Lena (Warren) Switzer, was born on January 28, 1922 at the family farm near Lovewell, Kansas. She was called home to the Lord on June 13, 2008 in Ft. Collins at the age of 86 years, 4 months and 15
days.
After graduation from Lovewell High School, Evonne attended McPherson College where she received her teaching certificate. As was the custom for teachers of the day, she boarded with families in the school districts where she taught. She had accepted an assignment to Rubens School along White Rock Creek in Jewell county, Kansas and was boarding with Sadie and Elmer Intermill when their son, Myron, came home on leave from his service with the U.S. Army during World War II. That meeting marked the beginning of a courtship that led to their marriage on May 20, 1945.
Myron and Evonne farmed along the White Rock from 1945 to 1957, during which their three children, Patricia, Mary and Mark, were born. With construction of Lovewell Reservoir, the family moved to a farm in the Valley View community north of Webber, Kansas.
Evonne was an active member of the Valley View and Webber communities, serving in leadership positions for the Webber United Methodist Church, Jewell County Cooperative Extension Service and Webber Wide-Awake 4-H Club. She was also employed at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska. Myron and Evonne retired from the farm in 1979 and spent the next 11 years traveling and enjoying the company of a network of friends in Harlingen, Texas, Mesa, Arizona, Estes Park, Colorado and Webber, Kansas.
In 1990, Myron suffered a debilitating stroke and Evonne became his caregiver and constant advocate until his death in 2002. During this time they moved from Mesa, Arizona to Lincoln, Nebraska, and finally to Concordia, Kansas. While in Concordia,
Evonne managed the kitchen for the Concordia Head Start program, was active in the Concordia United Methodist Church and served in leadership positions for the Concordia chapters of AARP, Extension Homemakers Unit and TOPS.
In November, 2007, Evonne was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and moved to Fort Collins, Colorado to be closer to her daughter, Pat and her family. She lived at Rigden Farm Senior Living where she enjoyed visiting with family and friends, particularly her great-granddaughter, Tessa.
Evonne was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, Melvin, Wayne and Don Switzer, sisters, Viola Ross and Mina Coates, and an infant son, Dwight.
She is survived by her younger sister, Betty Everitt of Concordia, Kansas, three sisters, and one brother-in-law, Eleanor Switzer of Salina, Kansas, Molly Switzer and Byrl and Les Erickson all of Superior, Nebraska. She is also survived by her daughter and son-in-law Pat and Larry Kendall of Fort Collins, Colorado, daughter and son-in-law Mary and Wade Kuhlmann of Bel Air, Maryland, and son and daughter-in-law Mark and Nancy Intermill of Lincoln, Nebraska. She leaves a legacy of eleven grand children: Kristin, Scott and Tessalyn Beasley of Fort Collins, Colorado; Matt Kendall of Las Vegas, Nevada; Joe and Shelley Kuhlmann of Alexandria, Virgina; Jerod and Breanna Kuhlmann of Fallston, Maryland; Jessica Intermill and Tyler Candee of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and Micah Intermill of Alexandria, Virginia; along with many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.


Services at: Webber United Methodist Church, Webber, Kansas
Time of Service: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 10:30 AM
Clergy: Pastor Joyce Beam
Burial: Webber Cemetery, Webber, Kansas
Memorials to: Memorials suggested to the Webber United Methodist Church
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE
68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Visitation: Friends may call or stop by on Monday from 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Funeral Home: Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N. Commercial, Superior, NE 68978,
402-879-3900

Christian Biography of Jeanne Stone

Jeanne (Johnston) Stone, of Omaha, Nebraska formerly of Superior, Nebraska, passed away on June 8, 2008 in Omaha at the age of 88 years.
Preceding in death by her husband, William H. Stone on July 16, 1969, parents, a brother and 3 sisters.
Survivors include niece, Patricia Pariset, grand-nieces and nephew, Michelle and John Anderson and children, Katie, Megan and Grace; Melissa and Jason Cetak and children, Ellie and Caden; Michael and Jacqui Pariset, numerous other nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 13, 2008 at 5:30 PM at the Colonial Chapel, 11902 W. Center Road, Omaha, Nebraska.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 12:00 PM at Evergreen Cemetery, Superior, Nebraska.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may be suggested to the Make A Wish Foundation.
Crosby Burket Swanson Golden Colonial Chapel of Omaha, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements. Courtesy obit by Megrue-Price Funeral Home, Superior, Nebraska

Memorial graveside services at the Evergreen Cemetery are pending for John R. Troudt age 61 of Superior, Nebraska. Megrue-Price Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Bob Gray

Robert Lee Gray, the son of William and Marie (Disney) Gray, was born on January 22, 1946 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on June 9, 2008 at the Nebraska Heart Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 62 years, 4 months and 18 days.
Bob’s family lived in Hebron, Nebraska when he was born, but moved to Superior where he lived most of his life. He graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1965. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on January 26, 1966. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He was honorably discharged as a Corporal on December 18, 1967 and released from active duty on January 25, 1972. He worked for Nebraska Public Power District from 1969 until his accident in 1998 and retired shortly after. He was also employed with Gary Follmer Construction and Price Funeral Home as well as John Price, Sr., and John Price, Jr. These relationships were more than employers but also lifelong friends.
Bob was united in marriage to Nancy (Curfman) Fox on November 12, 1977 at Superior, Nebraska. While growing up they lived 2 blocks from each other, and were reacquainted over the CB radio which led to their marriage.
Spending time with his grandchildren, camping, fishing, golfing, NASCAR and motorcycle riding were among several of his favorites activities. Nancy and Bob spent several weekends at the lake with family and friends. Bob enjoyed NASCAR racing and went to Atlanta and Texas for races, which he really enjoyed and wanted to go again. He took several motorcycle trips including poker runs and a trip to Sturgis, South Dakota,Fort Randall, Sac & Fox, White Cloud and Golden Eagle. Bob enjoyed remodeling his house along with making Christmas presents for family and friends. If anyone needed help with a project, Bob would always be one of the first to assist. Bob was a member of the 2 Wheel Motor Cycle Club in Superior.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Kyle Fox and sister, Gaylene Bridwell.
Bob is survived by his wife Nancy, of 30 years, and 5 children, Anna Blasenhauer of Belleville, Kansas, Nathan Fox and wife Marcia of Heartwell, Nebraska, Rachel Prather and husband Carl of Randall, Kansas, Candice Crowell and husband Tom of Frezee, Minnesota, and Christy Calhoun and husband Bennie of Lyons, Kansas, 19 grandchildren, Katie, Jeff, Jackie, Amanda, Kenny, Hobie, Violet, Thomas, Austin, Cole, Renae, Kyla, Alex, Amy, Gavin, Madison, Haley, Andrew and Aron; sister, Karon Copas and husband Dennis of Isabel, South Dakota, brother, Dale Gray and wife Teresa of Omaha, Nebraska and sisters, Peg Sloane and husband Don of Superior, Nebraska, Mitzie Thorpe of Ft. Collins, Colorado and Marcia Gray of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews
other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services along with Full Military Rites were held on Monday, June 16, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Recorded music was “When I Get To Where I’m Going” by Brad Paisley, “You Can Let Go” by Crystal Shawnanda, “Grandpa” by the Judds, and “I Will Always Love You” by Vince Gill.
Pallbearers were Mike Damon, Chris Hegert, Mike Snider, Ray Blessing, Merrill Duntz, and Gaylord Songster. Honorary Pallbearers were Jim Jones, Don Wiseman, Dusty Curfman, Jeff Huber, Bob Curfman, Jim Curfman, and George Piper.
Inurnment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Virgil L. Dillman

Virgil Lon Dillman, the son of Ivan and Tina (Sims) Dillman, was born on December 6, 1916 on a farm south of Oak, Nebraska. He passed away on May 29, 2008 at the York General Hearthstone in York, Nebraska at the age of 91 years, 5 months and 23 days.
Virgil attended rural school near Oak, Nebraska and graduated from the Nelson High School. On July 17, 1941 he was united in marriage to Catherine L. Potter at Belleville, Kansas. Virgil was a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1941. He was
the co-owner of the Dillman Brothers Grocery Store in Nelson, Nebraska and also the co-owner of the Jack and Jill stores in Holdrege and York, Nebraska. He was enlisted into the United States Army on February 10, 1943 and was honorably discharged on February 2, 1946. He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. of Beatrice, Nebraska and a member of the American Legion. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing baseball in Nelson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Catherine on September 7, 2004, and two brothers Claude and Harry Dillman.
He is survived by his brother Herbert and wife Ardis of York, Nebraska, along with a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, June 2, 2008 at 1:00 PM from the First
Presbyterian Church in York, Nebraska with Pastor Michael Eickhoff officiating. Music was “In The Garden” and “How Great Thou Art”, with Dale McNeil as soloist and Margot Woolard as organist.
Pallbearers were members of the 1st Presbyterian Church and the Nelson American Legion.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery, at Nelson, Nebraska on Monday, June 2, 2008 at 4:00 PM with full military rites.
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Michael Leroy Crane

Michael Leroy Crane, the son of Marvin Lester and Shirley Ann (Rothchild)Crane was born on December 17, 1967 at Denver, Colorado. He passed away on May 26, 2008 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 40 years, 5 months and 9 days.
Michael was one of 4 children, he attended school in Superior, Nebraska. He enjoyed sporting events, including football, wrestling and boxing. His hobbies included collecting motorcycle related items. He loved to go to the car races, especially in Red Cloud to support Jon Thompson. He liked pets and all animals and his pastime included hunting and fishing. He enjoyed visiting with family and friends and anyone he met, and he was always known for telling stories.
Michael lived in Denver, Colorado and Superior, Nebraska.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his mother, Shirley, sisters, Deanna Bailey and husband Roger all of Superior, Nebraska, Kathleen Avis of Hastings, Nebraska and Trudi Kim of Apple Valley, Minnesota; nieces and nephews, James and Alex Bailey, Lindsay Avis, Alanna Kim and Andrew Kim; and great nephew, Aiden Kim; other relatives and host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Friday, May 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was “The Eagle and the Hawk” a recording by John Denver, “ Beyond The Sunset” and “In The Garden” as congregational hymns with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Shannon Rothchild, Shea Rothchild, Erik Rothchild, Kevin
Tuxhorn, Ryan Tuxhorn, Chad Rothchild, Bryan Rothchild, Travis Rothchild and Greg Davis. Honorary Pallbearers were James Bailey, Alex Bailey, Lindsay Avis, Alanna Kim, Andrew Kim, Tim Stierwalt, Ron Moore, Stuart Tietjen, Alan Avis and John Thompson.
Interment was in the Webber Cemetery at Webber, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the family.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ruby M. Sund

Ruby Marie Sund, the daughter of Frederick and Lydia (Mueller) Kottmeyer, was born
on November 13, 1927, the oldest of 5 children on a farm northwest of Superior, Nebraska. She
passed away on May 16, 2008 in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 80 years, 6 months and 3 days.
The family moved to farm northwest of Bostwick in 1928 and continued to live their as
the family grew up. She was baptized on December 4, 1927 at Salem Lutheran Church by Rev.
August Schult and Confirmed on August 24, 1941 at Salem Lutheran by Rev Ludwig Scholl. She
attended the Sandy Knob District 81 school and then two years of high school in Bostwick and
graduated in 1944 from the Superior High School. She then completed the normal training
program at Kearney State Teachers College and then taught for 5 years at the Sandy Knob and
District 10 rural schools.
On August 7, 1949 she was united marriage to George F. Sund at Salem Lutheran
Church and to this union 4 children were born.
Ruby was a member of the Salem Lutheran Church, she enjoyed time with her family,
farm life, cooking, gardening, quilting and corresponding with friends. Her health conditions
limited many of her favorite activities later in her life.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Ray Kottmeyer.
She is survived by her husband George of rural Guide Rock, Nebraska, daughters,
Rosemary Anderson and husband Roy of Guide Rock, Nebraska and Sharon Portenier and
husband Kif of Harvard, Nebraska. Son’s, George F. Sund Jr. and wife Ann of Cambridge,
Nebraska and James Sund and wife Pam of Stevenville, Montana. Nine grandchildren, Dawn
Caldwell and husband Matt of Edgar, Nebraska, Gail Martin and husband Jeremy of Hershey,
Nebraska, Abbie Albrecht and husband Andy of Thurston, Nebraska, Chris Anderson and wife
Neile of Hastings, Nebraska, Adam Sund and wife Tara of Yokosuka, Japan, Troy Anderson and
wife Meghan of Guide Rock, Nebraska, Kilee Oetjen and husband Hank of Lincoln, Nebraska
and Jessie Portenier and Allie Portenier of Harvard, Nebraska. Five great-grandchildren, Kaydee
and Emmet Caldwell of Edgar, Nebraska, Chase Martin of Hershey, Nebraska and Courtney and
Alexis Anderson of Hastings, Nebraska. Brothers, Roy Kottmeyer of Guide Rock, Nebraska,
Fred Kottmeyer and wife JoAnn of Broken Bow, Nebraska and one sister Nancy Hall and
husband Dick of Wymore, Nebraska along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and a
host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Salem Lutheran Church in rural Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Barbara Bauer officiating. Music was “How Great Thou Art”, “Going Down The Valley One By One” and “Beyond The Sunset”, sung by Alfred & Janell Hanson. Sonia Schmidt was organist.
Pallbearers were Matt Caldwell, Chris Anderson, Troy Anderson, Jeremy Martin, Hank
Oetjen, Andy Albrecht and Adam Sund.
Honorary pallbearers were Dawn Caldwell, Gail Martin, Neile Anderson, Meghan Anderson, Tara Sund, Kilee Oetjen, Abbie Albrecht, Jessie Portenier and Allie Portenier.
Interment was in the Salem Lutheran Cemetery near Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Guide Rock Fire Department or EMT's or the families choice.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282, Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Phyllis Rae (Chopp) Vaupel

Phyllis Rae Vaupel, the daughter of William and Mary (Holan) Chopp, was born on March 28, 1931 on a farm near Narka, Kansas. She passed away on May 1, 2008 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 77 years, 1 month and 4 days.
Phyllis was one of three children. While growing up she attended Island Grade School and graduated from Narka High School. After graduating she attended Brown Mackey School of Business in Salina, Kasas. She was united in marriage to Charles Henry Vaupel on June 8, 1952 at Salina, Kansas. This union was blessed with three children.
She worked at Superior-Deshler in Superior from 1965-1998 where she retired as office manager. She was a member of the Business and Professional Women’s Club holding various offices at the local and state level, the Republican Valley Bird Watchers Club, the United Methodist Women, a Relay For Life participant, a former Cub Scout Den Mother and Girl Scout Brownie Leader, a member of the Nuckolls County Historical Society and a volunteer at the Nifty Thrifty and the Superior Good Samaritan Society.
Phyllis was very proud of her Czech. heritage, she enjoyed gardening and flowers, she played classical piano and also taught her sisters to play and introduced her love of music to her children, encouraging them to play. She and Chuck attended many flea markets, collected antiques and enjoyed rock hunting. Many of their vacations were centered around their rock collecting. She enjoyed bird watching, feeding her wild birds and their daily outings in the country looking at all the wildlife. During her lifetime she lived in the communities of rural Narka before her marriage, Salina and Lincoln, Kansas and Superior, Nebraska.
Preceding her in death were her parents; sister, Doris Jane Filipi and brother-in-law Leroy Weyh.
Survivors include her husband Chuck of Superior, son, Randy William Vaupel and wife Susan Evans of Lincoln, Nebraska and daughters, Terri Jo Ferris of East Bend, North Carolina and Mary Claire Kraus of Idaho Falls, Idaho; one grandson, Paul Alexander Ferris; sister, Mary Ann Weyh of Omaha, Nebraska and brother-in-law, Frank Filipi of Munden, Kansas; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, May 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was “One Day At A Time” and “In The Garden” with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Steve Renz, Bruce Renz, Carl Suchsland, Bruce McCullough,Mark Caldwell, and Mick White.
Interment was in the National Bohemian Cemetery, Narka, Kansas at 3:00 PM.
Memorials may go to the family for distribution to Phyliss’s favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price, PO Box 282, Superior, NE, 68978 or
in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Maybelle Ahrens

Dorothy Maybelle Ahrens, the daughter of Harry and Hazel (Kelly) Purcell, was born on July 16, 1918 at Kensington, Kansas. She passed away on April 28, 2008 at her home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 9 months and 12 days.
Maybelle was one of six children, she spent most of her childhood in Mankato, Kansas, attending school in Kensington and Mankato, the family moved to Concordia,
Kansas while she was in high school. As a young adult she was Baptized in the First Baptist Church, Superior, Nebraska. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Superior.
On September 21, 1937 she was united in marriage to Chrissie Ahrens at Phillipsburg, Kansas. This union was blessed with two children. She lived all of her adult married life on a farm in Jewell County Kansas until moving to the Vestey Center in Superior, Nebraska in September of 2006. While living in the Holmwood township Chrissie and Maybelle received the Mankato Chamber of Commerce Farmer’s Plaque where one farm family is recognized each year for outstanding service to Extension, 4-H, and the community. She has been a Home Demonstration Unit member for twenty years, serving in all the officer capacities.
Maybelle was a member of the Christian Women’s Club, a long time 4-H leader, active church member and was as Sunday school teacher for many years. Her pastime included reading books and having her grandchildren come for visits. Chrissie and Maybelle loved to camp especially with family and friends.
Maybelle was preceded in death by her parents and three brother, Duane, Jerry and Gene Purcell.
She is survived by her husband Chrissie of Superior, son, Gene Ahrens of Mankato, Kansas and daughter Sharon Martin of Superior, Nebraska. Two grandchildren, Chris Johanson and husband Rick and Steve Martin all of Superior, Nebraska. 8 Great grandchildren, one sister LaVern Harris and husband Keith of Boulder, Colorado and on brother Donnie Purcell and wife Peggy of Idaho Falls, Idaho along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial services were held on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 10:30 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was “God Understands” and “Does Jesus Care,” with Hillary DuFour as soloist and Evelyn Jackson as organist.
Inurnment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Mankato, Kansas.
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Condolences may be sent in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Clifford E. Snavely

Clifford Elwood Snavely, the son of Jessie and Francis (Baumbach) Snavely, was born on August 31, 1931 on a farm 11 miles northwest of Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on April 24, 2008 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 76 years, 7 months and 24 days.
Clifford started school in a little country school. When Clifford was 6 years old his family moved to Superior where he spent the rest of his childhood.
Clifford worked at the Lyric Theater for 2 years, and also the Serum Plant in Superior.
In November of 1950, Clifford went to Los Angles, California where he worked for a Cadillac and Pontiac dealer. He returned home in June of 1952 to go the Army with some friends. He took basic training at Camp Roberts, California and finished cook school. He was awarded 2 bronze service stars, good conduct medal, United Nations service medal, National
Defense service medal, and the Korean service medal. After spending 18 months in Korea he was honorably discharged on May 7, 1954.
He was united in marriage to Madonna Gaddis on August 1, 1954 at the First Baptist Church in Superior, Nebraska. To this union three children were born. On December 12, 1954 Clifford was baptized in the First Baptist Church in Superior.
Clifford was employed in the lab department for Ideal Cement Company for over 18 years. He was also self-employed as a house painter. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and the VFW post 3355 and the American Legion Post 103 both in Superior.
Clifford was a proud grandfather of 6 grandchildren. He had nick names for each one. He loved taking them places and going to all there sporting activities and buying groceries and taking them to breakfast on Saturday mornings.
On July 2, 1987 at 2:00 AM Clifford had a heart attack and was a grandfather of a girl, Stephanie the same day at 8:30 AM. He had a second heart attack a week later. On September of 1989 he had a light stroke and had surgery on his right artery in his neck.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Madonna on April 19, 1993; son, Curtis on October 2, 1975; five brothers, Oliver, Wendell, Raymond, Willis and Leo, and one sister,Arcele Reiman.
Survivors include his daughter, Diana Lynn Freitag and husband Barney of Superior,Nebraska and son, Clinton Eugene and wife Beverly of Hays, Kansas; six grandchildren, Justin and Stephanie Freitag both of Lincoln, Nebraska, Levi Walz of Abilene, Kansas currently stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas, Beau and Michael Jordan of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and Autumn Snavely of Hays, Kansas; two great grandchildren, Jasmine and Kaitlyn Walz of Abilene, Kansas; three sisters, Donna June Shellhase and husband Delphos of Superior, Nebraska, Beverly Hart and Patty Winfree both of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico; brother-in-law David Gaddis and wife Sondra of Gaylord, Kansas; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Rev.’s Art Taylor and Barbara Bauer officiating. Music was “Just A Closer Walk With Thee” and “Have Thine Own Way Lord”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Justin Freitag, Levi Walz, Donnie Shellhase, Ted Gaddis, Jerry Snavely, Scot Gaddis, Keith Shellhase and Larry Snavely. Honorary Pallbearers were Jim Rust, David Gaddis, Clyde Waddle, Howard Warneking, Ron Frasier, Jim Loop and Bill Wager.
Interment with Full Military Rites was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Paul Everett Imler, youngest son of William A. and Nora Almyra Jane (Osborne) Imler, was born July 20, 1933 near the ““Round Mound”” northeast of Lovewell, Kansas. He passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at his home in Doniphan, Nebraska. He received his elementary education at the White Rock and Sweet Hill country schools and graduated from Montrose Rural High School in 1951 as salutatorian of his class. He then farmed with his father until being drafted into the U.S. Army in January of 1954. After basic training at Ft. Riley, Kansas he was sent to Ft. McClellan, Alabama for advanced training in Chemical, Biological &
Radiological warfare, and then sent to Korea. While in Korea he served with the 21st Cml. Co. (Deioni), 71st Cml. Co., (SG), 8th Army, and the 57th F. A. Bn., 7th Division. In December 1955 he was released from active duty and transferred into the Army Reserves at Ft. Ord, California receiving his Honorable Discharge on December 2, 1962. On September 27th, 1959 he was united in marriage to Eloise Dunstan at the Formoso Community Church, Formoso, Kansas. To this union four children were born, Randy, Brenda, Julie and Roger. Upon completing his military obligation he spent the next 42 years as an engineering equipment operator, until retiring in July of 1998, working for many different contractors on irrigation projects, road construction and soil conservation.

Mr. Imler was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Wilma and Frances and brother Glenn.

Survivors include his wife Eloise Imler of Doniphan, NE, Children & Spouses: Randy Imler of Doniphan, Ne, Brenda & Dan Hansen of Deweese, NE, Julie Longfellow of Kearney, NE and
Roger & Paula Imler of Doniphan, NE. Grandchildren: Evan Hansen, Charlie Imler, Bailey Hansen, Taylor Hansen, Melissa Imler, Jaden Longfellow, Justin Imler. Sister & Spouse, Twila
& Dale Rothchild of Mankato, KS and Sister-in-law: Vonnie Imler of Mankato, KS.

Memorial service will be Monday, April 28, 2008; 2:00 P.M. at the United Methodist Church,
Doniphan, Nebraska with Rev. Jocelyn Tupper officiating. Burial with military rites will be in
Cedarview Cemetery, Doniphan, Nebraska. Book signing will be Saturday, April 26, 2008; 9:00
A.M. –– 5:00 P.M. and Sunday, April 27, 2008; 4:00 P.M. –– 7:00 P.M at the funeral home in
Hastings, and Monday, April 28, 2008; 1 hr. prior to service at the church. Memorials may be
given to the Paul E. Imler Memorial Fund.

Notice is courtesy of Megrue-Price Funeral Homes

Christian Biography of Gordon McKee

Gordon McKee, one of three children of John Knox and Lottie Frances (Touzalin) McKee, was born on a farm near Superior on March 10, 1915. He passed away on April 11, 2008 in Beatrice, Nebraska at the age of 93 years.
He remained in the community until a brief time before his death. On June 28, 1941, he was united in marriage to Gladys Lucile Crook, and to this union, two children were born: Linda Jean and Gordon Scott. Gordon was in the livestock business and
worked with his father in the business and worked with his father in the McKee Sale Company, which he then purchased and continued to operate for a number of years. Gordon was a World War II veteran, entering the army on June 30, 1941. He served in the third armored division (Battery B, Field Artillery) in Europe and was involved in heavy fighting on that front until he was discharged and returned home
September 27, 1945. He was awarded the Bronze Star medal, the Purple Heart medal and Good conduct medal. He was a member of the Reformed Presbyterian Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Lucile after over 60 years of marriage,daughter-in-law, Kimberly McKee, son-in-law, Donald Diehl; and granddaughter Erica McKee. He is survived by his daughter Linda Diehl of Blue Springs,Nebraska, son, Scott McKee of Superior, Nebraska, seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, one sister Beth Brake and husband Bill of Granbury, Texas and one brother Delber McKee and wife Margaret of Pennsylvania along with a host of nieces,nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with David Sherwood
officiating. Music was Bette Midler recording of “Wind Beneath My Wings,” and the “Auctioneer Song” sung by Jon Bruning.
Pallbearers were Brian Diehl, Andrew Diehl, David Diehl, Steve Diehl, Kim Delka, Craten McKee and Mick White. Honorary Pallbearers were Galen Koester, Dale Adcock, Don Hartley, Gale Mikkelsen, J.C. Chance and Richard Drudik.
Interment with Full Military Rites was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Superior,Nebraska.
Memorials may be given in care of the family
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Walter H. Polage

Walter Harry Polage, the son of Otto and Inez (Oaks) Polage, was born on April 20, 1920 on a farm near Alexandria, Nebraska. He passed away on April 6, 2008 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 87 years, 11 months and 6 days.
Walter attended school in Alexandria, Nebraska. He was united in marriage to Stella H. Humfeld in October 18, 1941 at Marysville, Kansas. On January 24, 1942 he entered into the United State Army. He was overseas for two years serving in Africa and Italy and was part of the troops that swarmed ashore the Anzio Beach. He drove a tank during his time and in the military. He was honorably discharged on September 28, 1945.
Upon returning home he farmed for many years near Hebron, Nebraska and then five miles west of Nelson, Nebraska. He was the Deputy Sheriff in Nuckolls County for seven years. He worked for the Nuckolls County Road department for 10 years. Until his health began to fail in 2001 Walter had never really quit farming by continuing to rent ground and raise cattle. He enjoyed camping and fishing at Lovewell Lake for over 40 years, visiting with people and loved animals. He was a member of the Nelson United Community Church of Christ, the V.F.W. and the American Legion. He lived in or near the communities of Alexandria, Carleton, Hebron and Nelson throughout his lifetime.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Bill Polage and Gerald Polage and sisters, Edna Gaston, Norma Hadden and Luree Polage.
He is survived by his wife Stella of Nelson, children, Ronald Polage and wife Laurie of Altona, Illinois, Darold Polage of Des Moines, Iowa and Sharilyn Briggs and husband Allan of Louisville, Nebraska. Five grandchildren, David Polage of Shaaumberg,Illinois, Dr. Rebecca Polage Dwyer and husband Kevin of Cambridge, Illinois, Dustin Polage and wife Stacy of Des Moines, Iowa, Jill Briggs of Denver, Colorado and John Briggs of Grand Junction, Colorado; Brothers; Emmett Polage and wife Erma of Alexandria, Nebraska, Ernie Polage of Bruning, Nebraska, sisters; Erma Fae Penney of Fremont, Nebraska and Gladys Schweer and husband Loren of North Platte, Nebraska along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “The Old Rugged Cross” and “How Great Thou Art” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were the Nebraska National Guard Military Funeral Honors Group. Honorary Pallbearers were Emmett Polage, Ernie Polage, Erma Fae Penney and Gladys Schweer.
Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Hebron, Nebraska on Friday at 2:00 PM
Memorials may go to the Nelson United Community Church of Christ.
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Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ruby Marie Mikkelsen

Marie was born on June 20, 1949 in a farm home northeast of Mankato Kansas in
Jewell County to Edwin and Neva (Fullerton) Wharton. She passed away on April 5,
2008 at her home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 58 years, 9 months and 15 days.
At an early age she moved with her family to Clyde, Ks. This was where she first
went to Sunday School with a neighbor lady, which was the beginning of a strong
relationship with God that lasted her whole life. Her family then moved to Concordia
where Marie started school. In 1960 the family moved to Superior, Nebraska, Marie was
in the 6th Grade. She graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1967. While
in high school she was a letter girl (cheer leader) all four years as was her daughter
Katrina and now granddaughter Chari who is also a member of the present squad.
Her first jobs started in high school where she worked for the Kurly Kone and later the Crest
Theater which was when she met Gale. They were married September 3rd, 1967 and
began their married life in Ruskin in the first of many houses that they remodeled and
saved from destruction. Marie and Gale then moved to Superior and managed the Sale
Barn for a short time and Marie also worked for Ideal Market and ran the Sale Barn Cafe.
They moved back to Ruskin and Corey was born in 1969. That same year they had an
opportunity to buy a farm south of Ruskin and remodeled that home and lived there for
about 13 years. Marie was busy with raising a family as Jarod was born 1972 and
Katrina in 1973. In 1974 Marie and Gale started an auction house in Ruskin, and in 1976
Marie started a new and used furniture store along with the auction house. She sold the
furniture store out at the end of 1979 and bought a Restaurant in Deshler, Nebraska which
was renovated and named the Homestead Cafe. In 1981 the move was made to Superior
where they remained and moved the auction and real estate business in which Marie was
very much involved as a salesperson and office manager. Shortly after the move to
Superior, Marie started to manage some rental property and bought several rentals of her
own, of which her main purpose was to provide nice clean homes for people to live in.
She also had a unique gift of decorating homes both inside and out. Marie was a
Enterpreneur and was the backbone for several Superior businesses including Mikkelsen
Home Furnishings established in 1988 and operated by Marie and oldest son Corey. In
1990, Marie renovated the formally known Harvest Inn Restaurant into a 1950's era and
reopened the restaurant as the Hilltop Diner. This was a venture that the whole family
participated in its daily operations. In 1993, Marie opened the first fitness center, Body
Works at the old candy store on 10th and North Dakota Street. After the family was
raised Marie pursued buying and fixing and moving in to various Victorian style homes.
Marie fell in love with one particular house, The Moore Home that she first bought in
1990, they renovated it and moved in but shortly resold the property. Several other
homes were purchased , renovated and sold. Then one day Gale came home from work
and Marie told him she had bought the Moore house back and although Marie insisted
that she was going to fix it up for a Bed and Breakfast, Gale knew they would eventually
settle back in this house which is their present home in which Marie was so content and
very happy. Marie was very involved in youth activities from managing the skating rink
to teen dances and even throwing Halloween parties at the city auditorium. Marie was a
remarkable person with many talents. Her first love was of God and then family,
followed by friendships. Gale and Marie felt so fortunate to have been able to do some
extensive traveling before Marie became ill. Even the last few years Marie was able to
make the annual visit to Branson Missouri and to her beloved mountain retreat in Estes
Park. Colorado with all the children and Grandchildren. The Thompson Canyon drive to
Estes was her favorite ride. She felt closer to God there. Until this last year she was able
to participate in all the activities of bumper boats, go carts, tram ride to feed the ground
squirrels. Horse back trail rides, and of course Trail Ridge Road and Fall River Road, and
a walk around Bear Lake. Marie’s favorite was her annual Birthday Supper at the
Dunraven Restaurant in Estes park. Marie is greatly loved by her family and a host of
relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents and her mother Neva
Wharton.
She is survived by her husband Gale of Superior, children; Corey and wife
Jackie, Jarod and wife Melissa and Katrina Hansen and husband Chad all of Superior.
Nine grandchildren, Chari and Caden Mikkelsen, Cassidy, Kiara and Mya Mikkelsen,
Nevada Diehl, Cole Epley, Zade and Mikynzie Hansen. Her father Edwin Wharton of
Superior; Brothers, John Wharton of Nenzel, Nebraska; Max Wharton and wife Linda of
Glenvil, Nebraska; and sister Monte Imler and husband Dan of Formoso, Kansas along
with a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the First Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl & Darren Willett officiating. Music was “The Light In Your Eyes” & “You Raise Me Up” by Chari Mikkelsen, “Live Like You Were Dying” by Alicia Ferguson and “Unchained Melody” by Cassidy Mikkelsen with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Marvin Drohman, Ron Hofts, Bill Jones, Robert Frahm, Allen Lipker, and Roger Wilton, Lee Malmos, and Dick Schwieger.
Honorary pallbearers were Chari Mikkelsen, Cassidy Mikkelsen, Caden Mikkelsen, Nevada Diehl, Cole Epley, Zade Hansen, Kiara Mikkelsen, Mikynzie Hansen, Mya Mikkelsen
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
A memorial has been established and may go in care of the family.
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Doris Eileen Culbertson

Doris Eileen Culbertson, the Daughter of Delbert Harry and Lillian (Lowery)Sanner, was born on April 20, 1929 at Davenport, Nebraska. She passed away on April 2, 2008 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska at the age of 78 years, 11
months and 13 days.
Doris attended school in Davenport and graduated from Davenport High School.
She was united in marriage to Billie Jo “B.J.” Culbertson on October 26, 1952 at Davenport, Nebraska. This union was blessed with four children.
Doris & B.J. owned Culbertson’s store in Davenport. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Dean.
Survivors include her husband B.J. of Davenport, Nebraska, and daughters, Eileen Lewison, Janet Bugay and husband Steve and Janice Knispel and husband Craig all of Kearney, Nebraska and Cathleen Brueggemann and husband Bill of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; 10 grandchildren, Evan Stuehm, Eric Stuehm, Tyler Fehringer, Danielle
Fehringer, Joseph Knispel, James Knispel, Jeremy Knispel, Jordan Knispel, Joanna and Justin Brueggemann; and brothers, Robert Sanner and wife Lorna of York, Nebraska, Harry Sanner and wife Nelda of Davenport, Nebraska, and sister, Marilyn Keim and husband Larry of Davenport, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Private Family services were held on Monday, April 7, 2008 from the
Urbauer-Price Funeral Home in Davenport, Nebraska.
Pallbearers were Evan Stuehm, Eric Stuehm, Tyler Fehringer, Joseph Knispel, Steve Bugay, and Bill Brueggemann.
Interment was in the Davenport Cemetery at Davenport, Nebraska.
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Memorials may go to the Davenport Cemetery Upkeep Fund in care of the family.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Curtis D. Prettyman

Curtis Dee Prettyman, the son of Robert Dee and Lorraine (Kohl) Prettyman, was born on March 22, 1965 at Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on March 30, 2008 in Midland, Texas at the age of 43 years, and 8 days.
Curtis was one of two children. While growing up he attended schools in Blue Hill, Superior, Exeter and Fairmont. He was baptized in and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Superior.
He lived in many communities throughout his lifetime including, Blue Hill, Superior, Franklin, Fairmont, Exeter, and Omaha all in Nebraska and was currently living in Centerton, Arkansas at the time of his death. Curtis was employed as a semi truck driver.
Curtis liked to fish, hunt and go camping, especially with his family, who meant everything to him.
Curtis is preceded in death by his grandfather, Pete Kohl, grandparents, Lola “Polly” & John R. Prettyman and grandfather, Emmet E. Marr, grandparents, Lars & Leta Pedersen.
Curtis is survived by his mother, Lorraine Pedersen and husband Vic of Superior, Nebraska; father, Robert Prettyman and wife Marjorie of Hastings, Nebraska; one brother, John and wife Leslye also of Hastings, Nebraska; nephew and niece, Daniel & Micaela Prettyman of Hastings, Nebraska; step-brother, Rick Fuller and wife Tish, step- sisters, Vicki Fuller & Michelle Michener all of Hastings, Nebraska, and step-brothers, Gary Pedersen of Hastings, Nebraska, Harold Pedersen of Courtland, Kansas and Scott Pedersen of Fairbury, Nebraska; grandmothers, Nellie Kohl of Superior, Nebraska and Ruby Marr of Hastings, Nebraska; along with other nieces and nephews and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” and “I Will Remember You”, with Mari
Hamburger as the soloist.
Pallbearers were Paul Utecht, Ron Renschler, David Pedersen, Scott Pedersen, Harold Pedersen, Rick Fuller, and Travis Renken. Honorary Pallbearers were Derek Hathaway, Brendan Hathaway, Valerie Peterson, Dalene Fraley, Brent Able, Alex Peterson and Kyle Peterson.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the family.
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Luke M. “Santa” Dunn

Luke Mark Dunn, the son of William and Monica (Roundtree) Dunn, was born on February 12, 1927 at Bristol, Connecticut. He passed away on March 26, 2008 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 81 years, 1 month and 14 days.
Lucas grew up on the east coast, Connecticut and upstate New York. He attended school in Bristol, Connecticut but left early to join the US Navy at age 17. He was inducted into the United States Navy on February 23, 1944, serving on board the USS Boxer CV21 and the USS
Charger as Hospital Apprentice First Class, while serving during WWII he received the American Era and the Victory World War II medals. He was honorably discharged on June 6, 1946. In 1950 he received his high school diploma and further his education at the McAllister College of Mortuary Science in New York City. He worked at the Dunn Funeral Home and O’Briens Funeral Home in Bristol, Connecticut for over 30 years.
Throughout his lifetime, Lucas was a mountain man working as manager of the Mountain Side Inn at Ojai, California, in Lost Padra National Forest. He also was a little league
baseball commissioner and baseball was his love, followed by a half a length horse racing. He was a truck driver, salesman and had a career as a professional “Santa”, his true love, he
attended the College of Santa Claus for six weeks where he learned public relations with children. He is and will always be known as “Santa”.
Lucas also had a passion for his Indian Heritage. Throughout the years he did a lot of research and collected numerous artifacts. He was a member of the American Indian Relief
Council of Rapid City, South Dakota and the American Indian Center of Mid-America, Inc. of St. Louis, Missouri. Lucas was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Superior, the American Legion Post 339 of Ventura, California, the Superior VFW Post 3355, the Hastings Chapter #9 of the Disabled American Veterans, the Superior American Legion, St. Mihel Post #187 and the Eagles Club of Superior. His pastime included playing the guitar, visiting with
family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Margaret Fenelli.
Survivors include his sons, Mark and wife Ileen of Stafford Springs, Connecticut, Michael and wife Claudia of Superior, Nebraska, John and wife Marsha of Bristol, Connecticut, Brian of Bristol, Connecticut and one daughter Petra of Richmond, Virginia, 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, a brother, Edward and wife Mavis of Hillsboro, Oregon along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
I say, never repay hurt with hurt, forgive others and accept their faults, forgive and be forgiven!!


Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 10:30 AM from the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Superior, Nebraska with Father Brad Zitek officiating.
Lector was Wilfred Miller. Music was “Softly and Tenderly” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist
and Carlita Erickson as organist. Special music was a recording of “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes.
Pallbearers were Robert Gumm, Vic Pedersen, Lars Pedersen, Jim Rust, Carl Suchsland
and Gary Keeling. Honorary pallbearers were Ron Moore, Jim Harvey, Ben Disney and George Dondlinger.
Interment with military rites was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Don George Gerdes

Don George Gerdes, the son of George Janssen and Frieda (Koinzan) Gerdes, was born on July 21, 1936 at Hebron, Nebraska. He passed away on March 22, 2008 at his home near Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 71 years, 8 months and 1 day.
Don was one of five children, he attended School District 65 and Davenport grade school and graduated from Davenport High School. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska where he was baptized on December 27, 1936 and confirmed on April 2, 1950.
He was a strong supporter of the NRA. His outdoor enjoyment included fishing at the Lovewell Lake and also in Texoma with his close friends. He enjoyed riding his Harley a highlight was a trip to the Sturgis Road Rally, and he was known to go on long rides, always with a destination in mind. He liked hunting, pheasants and deer, and loved restoring old John Deere tractors. He truly enjoyed the time he spent with his grandchildren.
Don throughout his lifetime has lived in the communities of Carleton, Davenport, Hubbell, Denver, Colorado, Hebron, Garden City, Kansas and Nelson where he enjoyed his retirement years.
Preceding him in death were his parents, and nephew Bill Giebel.
Survivors include his friend and companion, Helen Boatman of rural Nelson, Nebraska; Don’s children: Elizabeth Gerdes, Mitchell Gerdes and Karen Gerdes all of Lincoln, Nebraska and Brent Gerdes and wife Kathy of South Carolina; grandchildren, Matthew, Garrett, Emily, and Ellie. Helen’s children: Darla Sammons and husband Justin of Lincoln, Nebraska, Darin Boatman and wie Shellie of Hastings, Nebraska, David Echols of Glenvil, Nebraska and Wade Echols who is presently serving in Iraq and his wife Karen of Deshler, Nebraska; Helen’s grandchildren: Sienna and Carissa Sammons, and Megan Boatman; sisters, Margaret Karnatz and husband Ray of Davenport, Nebraska, Audrey Trowbridge and husband Robert of Hebron, Nebraska and Wanda Giebel of Cornell, Wisconsin and one brother George Gerdes of Davenport, Nebraska; along with a host of nieces, and nephews and other friends.

Services at: Christ's Lutheran Church, Davenport, Nebraska
Time of Service: Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Clergy: Pastor's Stuart Sell, Amy Krejcarek, and Pat Norris
Burial: Smith Cemetery, Rural Nelson, Nebraska
Memorials to: In lieu of flowers memorials may go in care of the family
Condolences may be sent to www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Visitation: Friends may stop by Wednesday 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Urbauer-Price Funeral Home, 100 S. Linden Davenport, NebraskaFuneral Home:
Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N. Commercial, Superior, NE 68978, 402-879-3900 in charge of arrangements.

Christian Biography of Marvin H. Freitag

Marvin H. Freitag, the son of William and Ella (Peters) Freitag, was born on July 16, 1926 on a farm near Byron, Nebraska. He passed away on March 15, 2008 at Twin Falls, Idaho at the age of 81 years, 9 months and 28 days.
Marvin was baptized on July 22, 1926 by Pastor C. Seybold at St. Peter Lutheran Church. He was also confirmed at St. Peter by Pastor L. Hoeffer. His confirmation verse was Matthew 26:41.
Marvin was united in marriage to Hildreth Helen Mussmann on February 27, 1949. To this union was born three children: Bruce, Barney and Perry. Marvin and Hildreth lived in rural Byron. Hildreth passed away on September 27, 1974. Marvin continued to live by Byron and then married Anita Sjoholm on August 10, 1979. They lived in rural Byron until 1985 and then moved to Idaho where he worked for Idaho Irrigation as a water supervisor until retirement. He enjoyed his family, playing softball, gardening and horse races.
He is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Hildreth, and son Kurt Sjoholm.
He is survived by his wife, Anita, his son, Bruce and wife Gina of Byron, Nebraska, son, Barney and wife Diana of Superior, Nebraska and son, Perry and Laurie of Hunt, Idaho; daughter, Sheri Steinmetz and husband Rick of Wilder, Idaho, daughter, Katina Sanderson and Eddie of Eden, Idaho, and son, Scott Sjoholm and wife Aime of Paul, Idaho. Grandchildren, Brandi Novosad and husband Matt, Travis Freitag and fiancé Cassidy Lubben, Landon Freitag, Justin Freitag, Stephanie Freitag, and Nathan Freitag, Elizabeth and Aimee Steinmetz, Brian and Jeffrey Sjoholm, Justin Sanderson and Mackenzie Sample. Great grandchildren, Carter and Tanner Novosad and Jayden Steinmetz. Two brothers, Orin and wife Deanna of Fremont, Nebraska and Verdell and wife Leora of Byron, Nebraska; two sisters, Adalene Schlueter and husband Arlen of Superior and Fern Wittke and husband Gene of rural Byron, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Memorial Services at: St. Peter Lutheran Church, Byron, Nebraska
Time of Service: Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Clergy: Vicar Connie Raess & Pastor Daryl Nelson
Burial: St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, rural Byron, Nebraska
Memorials to: Memorials may go in care of the family Condolences may be sent to www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Visitation: There will be no visitation
Funeral Home: Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N. Commercial, Superior, NE 68978,
402-879-3900

Christian Biography of Arlene Jacoby

Arlene Faye Jacoby, the daughter of Nathan and Gertrude (Ormsbee) Garber, was born on May 17, 1933 at Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on March 13, 2008 at Harvard Rest Haven in Harvard, Nebraska at the age of 74 years, 9 months and 26 days.
Arlene grew up in Superior graduating from Superior High School with the class of 1950. On February 14, 1951 she was united in marriage to Leonard “Cork” Jacoby.
Twin boys were born to this union on February 12, 1952.
Arlene was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1970. Her death was attributed to this and renal failure.
She was a member of the Eagles Club, the Nebraska Twin Association and served as Co-President in 2003 and also the Nebraska Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Donna Christensen.
Survivors include her sons, Michael Lon and wife Marsha of Beloit, Kansas and Mitchell Lee and wife Tammy of Boise, Idaho and twin sister, Ilene May Johnson and husband Basil of Superior, Nebraska; four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends and her one love, Mitzie her Maltese.


Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 16, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with David Watters
officiating. Music was recorded song of “My Way” by Ilene Johnson and solo “How
Great Thou Art” sung by Carol Shambaugh with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Mike Vollertsen, Varyl Doehring, Clare Wilson, Russell Johnson, Randall Wagner, Jim Butler, Bill Blauvelt, and Tony Jacoby.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Donald Shroyer

Donald George Shroyer, the son of George and Dessie (Conley) Shroyer, was born on July 12, 1926 at Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on March 13, 2008 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 81 years, 8 months and 1 day.
Don attended Superior Elementary School and Glenvil Rural School. He was united in marriage to Gladys McCutcheon on August 12, 1951 at Hardy, Nebraska. This union was blessed with seven children.
Don has farmed his entire lifetime. He was a member of District 72 Beaver Ville School Board serving as past president.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife Gladys of Superior; daughters, Barbara Johansen and husband Les of Marquette, Nebraska, Phyllis Shroyer of Superior, Nebraska, Janet Cerny and husband Joe of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Cheryl Rothchild and husband Marlin of
Aurora, Nebraska and Diane Focken and husband James of Ansley, Nebraska and sons, Steven and wife Jocelyn and Dennis and wife Stacey all of Superior, Nebraska; 15 grandchildren: Todd Cerney and wife Christy, Jerome Cerny; Blake Berry and wife Melissa, Phillip Barry and wife Sara, Clint Shroyer; Kayla and Lindsey Johansen; Ryan, Heath, Tanner and Brody Focken; Chad and Sarah Rothchild; and Haley and Jared Shroyer; and 5 great grandchildren: Cailyn and Cayce Barry; Katie and Emma Cerny and Tarissa Barry; one sister, Beulah Ray of Superior, Nebraska; other relatives and a host of friends


Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Ethan Feistner officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace,” and “How Great Thou Art,” with Carol Shambaugh as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Todd Cerny, Jerome Cerny, Blake Barry, Phillip Barry, Clint Shroyer, Ryan Focken, Heath Focken, Tanner Focken, Brody Focken, Jared Shroyer and Chad Rothchild. Honorary Pallbearers were Kayla Johansen, Lindsey Johansen, Haley Shroyer and Sarah Rothchild.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
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Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ronald R. “Ronnie” Lewis

Ronald Robert Lewis, the son of Earl and Lena (Holly) Lewis, was born on
November 15, 1918 on a farm southwest of Ruskin, Nebraska. He passed away on March 13, 2008 at the Thayer County Hospital in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 3 months and 28 days.
Ronnie was one of four children. He attended the rural District #2 and graduated from Ruskin High School in 1936. He was baptized and confirmed on May 21, 1950 at
Bethany Lutheran Church by Immanuel Petersen. He was united in marriage to Lois Noblitt on January 23, 1944 at Hastings, Nebraska. To this union four children were born.
Ronnie lived his lifetime in Nuckolls County. He was a 58 year member of Bethany Lutheran Church. Ronald was employed by the Ideal Cement Company in Superior for 30 years. He served as a church councilman, 4-H Leader, a member of the Lime and Gypsum Workers Union, sexton of the Spring Creek Cemetery for 15 years and spent many years farming near Hardy, Nebraska.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Rhonda, Brother, Earl Lewis, Jr. and one sister, Letha Joy.
Survivors include his wife, Lois of Ruskin, sons, Robert of Columbus, Nebraska and friend Carol Billesbach of Lincoln, Nebraska and Richard and wife Susan of Lincoln, Nebraska and one daughter, Jeannie and husband Paul of Lexington, Nebraska; seven grandchildren, Amy Lewis, Jordan Homan, Sam Homan, AJ Homan, Sally Homan, Sarah Lewis and Taylor Lewis; and one brother, Marvin and wife Virginia of Ruskin, Nebraska;
nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, March 17, 2008 at 10:30 AM from the
Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, Nebraska with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating.
Music was “On Eagle's Wings,” and the “Lord's Prayer,” with Paul Homan as soloist and Jeannie Homan as the accompanist and congregational hymns “Jesus Loves Me” and “Blessed Assurance” with Dorcas Judy as the organist.
Pallbearers were Jordan Homan, Sam Homan, A.J. Homan, Doyle Christensen, Duane Bostleman, Larry Judy, and Lavern Heitmann. Honorary Pallbearers were Amy Lewis, Sally Homan, Melissa Bierman, Sarah Lewis, Taylor Lewis, Harold Hansen, Eugene Schultz, Emil Stichka, Sr., Reyes Alonzo, Kenny Buckles, Howard Schultz, and Frank Martin.
Interment was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, Nebraska.
Condolences may be sent in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Lois Shuck

Lois Neva Shuck, the daughter of William R. and Lillie (Diehl) Herrick, was born on December 28, 1911 near Nelson, Nebraska. She passed away on March 12, 2008 at
the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 96 years, 2 months and 14 days.
Lois was one of five children. She spent her entire life in Nuckolls County, living near Nelson and at Superior.
On October 12, 1936 she was married to Ralph A. Willett, who lost his life in the service of his country in Holland in 1945.
On May 17, 1947 she was married to Carol Eugene Shuck. They made their home in Superior.
Mrs. Shuck was a teacher in the public schools of Nuckolls County for 35 years, where she taught generations of students.
A graduate of Nelson High School, she earned her baccalaureate degree from Kearney State Teachers College.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church, the Delta Kappa Gamma
Society, the American Legion Auxiliary and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She was an honorary member of Delta Kappa Pi Sorority.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ralph, and Carol, in November 2002;her parents; a sister, Norma Hummel; and one brother, Vernon Herrick.
Survivors include a brother, Willis Herrick of Calhan, Colorado and a sister, Wilma Anderson of Superior. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, March 17, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks
officiating. Music was “How Great Thou Art” and “The Old Rugged Cross”, with
Stephanie Thayer