Kenneth Fischer was born April 26, 1942, in Republic, Kansas to Walter and Velda
(Noble) Fischer. He passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Belleville, Kansas at the age of 67 years. He was owner of Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home and chairman of Tibbetts Bros. Inc.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Lyn, of Belleville; children, Kirk R. (Christina) Fischer, of Niwot, Colo., Craig A. (Danielle) Fischer, of Jackson Hole, Wyo., and Mike (P.J.) Tuma and Shelley (Michael) Peroo, all of Olathe; brother, Harold (Betty) Fischer, of Republic; grandchildren, Julia and Anna Fischer, Jordan and Shae Tuma, Houston and Chase Purcell, Nathan and Ryan Peroo; nephews, Matt (Jarnee) Fischer, Scott Fischer and fiancee, Christy; and great-nieces, Gabriella and Alessandra.
Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Republic High School gymnasium, Republic, Kansas.
Burial will be in Lake Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Cripple & Burned Children’s Travel Fund or High Banks Hall of Fame Museum, in care of the funeral home, 1104 20th St., Belleville 66935. Visit www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com.

Christian Biography of Robert "Bob" Keifer

John Robert “Bob” Keifer, the son of Oswin, Sr. and Margaret (Lang) Keifer, was born on June 22, 1935 in Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on February 28, 2010 at Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital in Hastings at the age of 74 years, 8 months and 6 days.
Bob attended school at the Elora Country grade school and graduated from Superior High School in 1953. He attended the University of Nebraska and was a member of the Delta Upsilon Fraternity. He sang with the Men’s Glee Club and the University Singers.
He was married for 53 years to Jean Campbell Keifer. To this union five children were born, Michael, Donald, Susan, Linda and James.
Bob farmed and ranched and enjoyed planting, combining and his cattle. He enjoyed Husker football and spending time with his grandkids.
He was a 30 year member of the Superior Rural Fire Department board, 50 year member of the Superior Masonic Lodge #121 where he served as Master, he also belonged to the York Rite, Tadmore Chapter, Damascus Council, and Palmyra Commandry in Superior and the Eastern Star #63 where he served as Worthy Patron. He currently was a member of the Nelson OES and the Superior Elk’s Lodge #2197.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Sue Epp; infant son Donald; and brother Oswin Jr.
Survivors include his wife Jean of Bostwick; children, Michael of Hastings, Nebraska, Linda De Long and husband Cliff of Rapid City, South Dakota, James and wife Jeanie of Bostwick, Nebraska, son-in-law Gary Epp of Crete, Nebraska and special friend Dianna Hughes; 4 grandchildren, Rylee and Keely Epp, Tom De Long, and Todd Keifer, numerous nieces,nephews, cousins and a host of friends.


Memorial services were held on Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 10:30 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” sung by Alred and Janell Hanson with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Honorary Pallbearers were Rick Sholtz, Dave Rust, John Combs and Sam Willett, and his grandchildren, Rylee Epp, Keely Epp, Tom De Long and Todd Keifer.
Masonic rites by the Masonic Lodge #121.
Inurnment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, 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 Jean McCord

Ina Jean McCord, the daughter of Joseph and Telitha (Owens) Nicholson, was born on November 8, 1927 at DeWitt, Nebraska. She passed away on Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior at the age of 82 years, 3 months and 18 days.
Jean attended school and graduated from Tobias High School. On Jue 28th, 1947 she was united in marriage to Lester McCord at Belleville, Kansas. This union was blessed with two sons.
Jean was bookkeeper for the Nelson Ideal Market from 1956 to 1960 and was co-owner and bookkeeper with her husband Lester of the Nelson Food Center from 1960 to 1991. She was a family historian of the Nicholson and Owens families, a charter member of the Nelson Country Club and a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lester on April 9, 2009, two sisters Lois Casper and Mary Johnson and three brothers, Bill Nicholson, Duane Nicholson and Deuard Nicholson.
She is survived by her sons, Michael of Olathe, Kansas and Rodney and wife Donna of Nelson, Nebraska; three grandchildren, Sean McCord, Ryan McCord and Sam McCord; sisters, Yvonne Aken and Nelda “Nickie” Schwisow of Fairbury, Nebraska along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Graveside memorial services were held on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 1:30 PM
from the Fairbury City Cemetery in Fairbury, Nebraska with Rev. Warren Schoming officiating.
Inurnment was in the Fairbury City Cemetery at Fairbury, 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 Ken Whitten

Kenneth Wright Whitten, the son of Wilson Dewain and Emma Lou (Crabtree) Whitten, was born on November 2, 1962 at Russell, Kansas. He passed away on February 23, 2010 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 47 years, 3 months and 21 days.
Ken received his GED. He enlisted with the United States Air Force on July 15, 1982 and was honorably discharged on September 6, 1985. He was united in marriage to Andrea Martin on April 30, 2009.
Ken was preceded in death by his mother, Emma on February 8, 2010; and sister, Mary Degenhart.
He is survived by his father, Dewain Whitten, wife, Andrea, son, Joshua Whitten all of Superior, step son Isaac Martin of St. Francis, Colorado and step daughter Isabel McCutcheon of Guide Rock, Nebraska and 1 grandchild, Elias Whitten of Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri; brothers, Mike and wife Mary of Thornton, Colorado and Steven of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Memorial services were held on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Recorded music was “Roll On” by Kid Rock, “Believe” by Brooks and Dunn, and “Amazing Grace” by LeAnn Rimes.
Flag Folding provided by the Honor Guard with Taps.
Honorary Pallbearers were Kevin & Erikka Degenhart, Gage Degenhart, Isaac Martin, Isabel McCutcheon, Analeise Degenhart and Danika Degenhart.
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 Yale A. Meyer

Yale August Meyer, the son of Werner August and Frieda (Heumann) Meyer, was born on February 5, 1921 on a farm in Seward County near Goehner, Nebraska. He passed away on February 19, 2010 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska
at the age of 89 years, and 14 days.
Yale attended rural schools and graduated from Beaver Crossing High School in1938. During these years Yale assisted his parents with the family farm and even left school for a time in his 6th grade year to help out when the depression hit. These
experiences made getting an education very important to him. During World War II, Yale
was drafted into the army and served in the hospital on the Island of Tinian in the Pacific
Ocean. He was discharged from the service in 1946. Always good at planning ahead, Yale
used the GI Bill to further his education by enrolling in electrical engineering at the
University of Nebraska. Yale graduated in 1950 with his Bachelor of Science Degree and
then started his career as a Professional Electrical Engineer with South Central Public Power District in Nelson.
Another brilliant planning decision followed as he wooed the much younger LaVera Schmidt who was also in the South Central work force. Their wedding on June 28, 1953 lead to a lifelong partnership of 56 years. As the manager of South Central, Yale
was a pioneer in irrigation load management. This problem solving talent was always in use as he enjoyed having issues bounced off him from his family, friends, and co workers.
The learning did not stop with retirement as he and LaVera enjoyed many trips to locations such as Russia, Germany, Alaska, Hawaii, and even the Panama Canal. The urge to farm also was satisfied with use of the “North 40" ground near their home in Nelson. He also loved to tinker and fix things at his own patient pace.
In the end, it always comes down to family. Yale and LaVera were most proud of their family. They were raised in a loving, respectful, joke loving, patience learning and
pinochle playing environment. His grandchildren always brought a sparkle to grandpa’s eyes. We have all benefitted from grandpa’s planning, caring, and ability to always do the
right thing, while not being tempted by the easiest or fastest path.
He was a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ, American Legion Post #187, VFW Post #7197, the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers, Inc., University of Nebraska Alumni Association and Nebraska Society of Professional Engineers.
Preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Alta Zillig. and Nelda Stuchlik, brother, Kermit.
Survivors include his wife LaVera of Nelson, sons, Allen and wife Leanne of Hastings, Nebraska, Duane and wife Chris of Hudson, Iowa, Byron and wife Peg of Columbus, Nebraska, Calvin and wife Linda of Rolla, Missouri and Keith and wife Brenda of Grand Island, Nebraska and daughter, Eva Hurt and husband Mark of Lincoln, Nebraska; 14 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild; sister, Bonnie Perrin of Irving, Texas; nieces, nephews other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 2:00 PM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was congregational hymns “Hymn of Promise,” and “Amazing Grace,” and “How Great Thou Art,” solo by Debi Garrison with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Max Van Skiver, Loren Drohman, John Ensign, Jerome Mazour, Wayne Garrison and Arnold Essink. Honorary Pallbearers were Ron Lampman, Glen Sunday, Kelly Schleif and Frank Harris.
Interment with Full Military Rites 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 Arthur Sykes

Samuel Arthur Sykes “Art”, the son of George Arthur and Lulu (Wortman) Sykes, was born on September 5, 1920 on a small farm north of Ruskin, Nebraska. He passed away on
February 17, 2010 at Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 8 months and 14 days.
He attended Summit School through 8th grade, prior to attending Ruskin High School graduating in 1938.
Art met his wife Rayoma Lowery of 67 years at the Oak Opera House and danced to the Big Band Sound of the 1940's. They were married by Pastor Dumler on June 28, 1942 at Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska. After four short weeks of marriage, Art was inducted into the Armed Forces during World War II. He was in the 1688th Engineer Combat Battalion of the Infantry and achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a Drill Sergeant and was honorably discharged in February of 1946.
Art and Rayoma lived north of Oak for two years before moving to their farm near Davenport, Nebraska in 1948. He farmed for more than 33 years. In 1981 they retired to a new
home in the town of Davenport and just recently were living at the Courtyard Terrace Assisted Living Residence in Hebron, Nebraska. The majority of their married life was spent in Nuckolls and Thayer Counties.
Art was a member of the American Legion Post 242 in Ruskin and then became a member of the American Legion Post 335 in Davenport where he was a member for over 60
years. He also at one time served on the Rural Fire Department Board in Davenport and was a Church Council Member of Christ Lutheran Church. He was baptized and confirmed by Pastor
Dumler in 1946.
Art was truly a family oriented man who was loved not only by his family but also the community of Davenport. He was a vital part of the community and was seen as someone on
which people could rely and trust.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Jeanette Carol, 2 brothers, Harry, Rex and his wife, Myrna, and one sister, Myrtle Bergman and her husband, John, brothers-in-
law, Enos Hansen and Harry Scheirmeyer, sisters-in-law, Wanda Biltoft and her husband Pete,
Doris Degner and husband Donald Attenham, and Edgar Degner.
He is survived by his wife, Rayoma, of Hebron, Nebraska; sons, Dean and wife Theresa of Kimberling City, Missouri and Robert of Crete, Nebraska; two grandchildren, Patrick of San Francisco, California, and Rebecca Conley and husband Justin of Omaha, Nebraska, sister Ruth Hansen of Hebron, Nebraska, brother, Archie Sykes and wife Loretta of Longmont, Colorado, sisters Della Scheirmeyer of St. Joseph, Missouri; Fern Fisher and husband Bill of Davenport, Nebraska and Alice Obar of Phoenix, Arizona; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 10:30 AM from the Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska with Pastor Amy Krejcarek officiating. Reader was Jerry Miller. Music was “How Great Thou Art,” “Precious Lord Take My Hand” sung the Russ, Lila & Michael Schroeder and Karen Haake and congregational hymn “In The Garden” with Deb Johnson as the organist.
Pallbearers were Tim Lowery, Justin Conley, Gary Hansen, Phil Sykes, Leon Scheirmeyer and James Keim. Honorary Pallbearers were Patrick Sykes, Joe Keim, David Keim, Marvin Mosier, Jerry Brase, Ray Albrecht, Archie Sykes and Don R. Miller.
Interment with Full Military Rites was in the Davenport City Cemetery at Davenport, 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 Donald “Delphos” Shellhase

Donald “Delphos” Shellhase, the son of Floyd and Elsie (Morehead) Shellhase, was born on March 7, 1923 at Scandia, Kansas. He passed away on February 11, 2010 at Fairview Manor in Fairmont, Nebraska at the age of 86 years.
Delphos was one of 6 children, he attended schools in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1941.
He was inducted into the United States Army on February 13, 1943 and was honorably discharged on November 14, 1945, earning the Northern France, Central Europe and Rhineland Battle Stars. He was united in marriage to Donna June Snavely on August 19, 1947 at Mankato, Kansas. This union was blessed with 3 children.
Delphos lived his life in Superior. He enjoyed camping, together with Donna they would camp in many places, especially Lovewell Lake and sometimes all summer long. He liked to play cards a lot, especially pitch, and euchre. He bowled on leagues for many years.
He worked as a mechanic and used car clean up for Alexanders Motors for 38 years. He was a former commander for the American Legion and VFW clubs. He also was a member of the Eagles Club all of Superior. He loved his garden which was always very large. His gazebo is where he would always fix anything.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Donna of October 23, 2008, one brother, Evan Lynn and 3 sisters, Donna Mary Hornbussel, Lucille McCarty and Ruth Hesser.
Survivors include his sons, Charles Shellhase and wife Sherylin of Fairbury, Nebraska, Donald Shellhase and wife Lillie of Geneva, Nebraska and Keith Shellhase and wife Joan of Ord, Nebraska; extended family Larry and Beverly Beavers of Superior,Nebraska; seven grandchildren: Petty Officer 1st Class Dustin Shellhase and wife Debbie, Olivia Shellhase and Roger, Christen Shellhase and wife Brandee, Hunter Shellhase and wife Kren, Megan Shellhase, Matthew Shellhase and Andi Jo Shellhase; five great-grandchildren; Jamie, Nic, Taylor, Georgia and Presley; and one great-great- grandchild, Darius; sister Shirley Mees and husband Gene of Norwalk, Iowa and brother-in-law Pete McCarty of Pueblo, Colorado; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, February 15, 2010 at 10:30 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” “Just A Closer Walk With Thee” and “The Lord’s Prayer”, with Alicia Reed as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Kenny Rempe, Earl Studer, Kelly Baker, Gary Holling, Jim Peterson, and Steve Bruns. Honorary Pallbearers were his nieces and nephews.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska with Full Military Rites.
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 Emma L. Whitten

Emma Lou Whitten, the daughter of Estel and Ruby (Heines) Crabtree, was born on August 31, 1937 at Essex, Missouri. She passed away on February 8, 2010 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 72 years, 5 months and 7 days.
Emma attended grade school in Hastings and Jr. and High School in Blue Hill. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Superior.
She was united in marriage to Wilson Dewain Whitten on February 23, 1953 at Red Cloud. This union was blessed with four children.
Throughout her years, Emma worked as a licensed day care provider and was a WalMart associate. She enjoyed gardening, reading, crocheting, and being involved in family and church activities.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Degenhart and sister Marie Riggs.
Survivors include her husband Dewain of Superior, sons, Michael and wife Mary of Northglenn, Colorado, Steven of Superior, Kenneth and wife Andrea of Superior, Nebraska; 8 grandchildren, Kevin, Nichole, Brian, Joshua, Crystal, Daniel, Ryan and Nathan; and 8 great-grandchildren; sisters, Bernice Jacobsen of Fruita, Colorado,Charlotte Garland of Maitland, Florida and Paulette Robertson of Sun City, California and brothers, George Mitchell of Warren, Michigan and Ray Crabtree of Proctor, Oklahoma; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Services at: First United Methodist Church, Superior, Nebraska
Time of Service: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 2:00 PM
Clergy: Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks
Memorials to: In lieu of flowers memorials suggested to United Methodist Bountiful
Beans-Mission outreach to families in the area or Brodstone Memorial Hospital
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 Thursday 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Funeral Home: Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N. Commercial, Superior, NE 68978,402-879-3900


Christian Biography of Lela M. Van Meter

Lela May Van Meter, the daughter of Ernest and Anna L. (Humeston) Graham, was born on May 23, 1928 at Webber, Kansas. She passed away on January 20, 2010 at the Mount Joseph Senior Village in Concordia, Kansas at the age of 81 years.
Lela attended school at Lovewell, Mankato and Webber, Kansas. On November 11, 1945 she was united in marriage to Ivan Van Meter at Mankato, Kansas and to this union were born 5 children.
After moving to the farm in 1958, Lela devoted her life to her family and her full time job as a farm wife and mother. With 5 children to care for, she still baked bread every single day, butchered chickens and canned hundreds of quarts of vegetables and meat. Her famous potato salad was on order for every family gathering.Even with all of that, Lela made beautiful quilts and hand stitched embroidered tea towels and pot holders, an art she learned from her mother. Her daughter and daughters-in-law fought over her hand stitched pot holders. She also heard her sons many hunting stories, each told a hundred times over.
Lela was a member of Lovewell Junior Library Club and the United Methodist Church. A place she really tried to convince 4 little ornery boys they needed to go to no avail.
Lela loved people and loved to laugh. With this family she had to laugh or go crazy!
Ivan and Lela bought and ran the Lovewell Marina for several years and later the Webber Service Station. After Ivan’s passing, Lela took on a full time job as postmistress in Webber. She valued the job opportunity and was proud of her work.
As the years went by Lela doted on grandchildren and great grandchildren. The handiwork she learned from her mother kept her busy quilting, embroidery, tea towels and pot holders.
Love bloomed once again for Lela when she ran into an old friend, Harry Robinson. He was her constant companion and friend right up to the very end. They were truly devoted to each other and her face lit up when he walked into the room. Harry was a blessing to both Lela and the family.
We want all to know that Mom truly blessed our family and she will be forever missed.
Lela was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ivan on May 20, 2001, two sisters, Helen Wilson and Lois Elneff and two brothers, Rex Graham and Donald Graham.
She is survived by her four son's; Stanley and wife Maxine of Concordia, Kansas; Edwin and wife Terri of Webber, Kansas; Von and wife Alma Dean of Formoso, Kansas; and Lindsey and wife Gwen of Lake Elsinore, California; one daughter, Denise Hart and husband
Thomas of Apache Junction, Arizona; 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren and fiance Harry Robinson; along with a host of other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 11:00 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Roger Walls officiating.
Music was “How Great Thou Art” and “The Old Rugged Cross”, sung by Deana and Tatium Wood with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Honorary Pallbearers were Bradley Van Meter, Bryan Van Meter, Brent Van Meter, Blaine Van Meter, Shane Van Meter, Wade Van Meter and Travis Reasor.
Inurnment at a later date in the Webber Cemetery at Webber, Kansas.
Memorials suggested to the Webber Church or the Meadowlark Hospice, 709 Liberty,
Clay Center, KS 67432 and 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 Virginia E. Fausch

Virginia Evelyn Fausch, the daughter of Floyd and Ethel (Pearson) Hensell, was born on January 7, 1928 at Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on January 8, 2010 at Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 82 years, 1 day.
Virginia attended school in Superior and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1945. She was united in marriage to Kenneth Fausch on March 9, 1947.This union was blessed with three children. They lived on the family farm east of Guide Rock until 1976 when they moved into Superior.
Virginia worked as a nurse aide in the Red Cloud Hospital while living near Guide Rock. She was a member of the Brodstone Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Methodist Church and the Methodist Women, American Legion Auxiliary in Guide Rock. She enjoyed playing cards and having coffee with the gals.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth, son Michael, and sister Eleanor Moran.
Survivors include two daughters, Marilyn Fausch and husband Stephen Domanek of Creighton, Nebraska and Connie Dasher of Superior, Nebraska; four grandsons, Ryan and wife Terry of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and Travis Dasher of Hastings, Nebraska, Jared and Eric Fausch of Kearney, Nebraska; three great-granddaughters Brittney Veik of Clay Center, Nebraska and Sage Dasher and Mazi Dasher of Hastings, Nebraska.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 10:30 AM from the First United Methodist Church in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was “In The Garden” and “The Old Rugged Cross” solo by Evelyn Thompson and “How Great Thou Art” congregational hymn with Pat Hunter as organist.
Pallbearers were Ryan Dasher, Travis Dasher, Jared Fausch, Eric Fausch, Marvin Hartman, and Steve Domanek.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go to the Superior 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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Albert H. Jorgensen

Albert H. Jorgensen, the son of Christian and Mary Jorgensen, was born on November 4, 1919 at Hardy, Nebraska. He passed away on December 26, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior at the age of 90 years.
Al attended school at Nora, Nebraska and then went to work in Omaha until World War II broke out and was inducted into the US Army on March 12, 1942. Five days after D-Day he landed on Omaha Beach in France and was wounded near Paris, France and hospitalized for six months. He then returned to his outfit in Germany 2
months before the war ended. He was honorably discharged on October 21, 1945. During his service to our country he recieved 3 Battle Commendations, the Combat Infantry
Badge and the Purple Heart.
On June 1, 1946 he was united in marriage to Shirley Diehl and to this union was born three sons, Tom, Tim and David. Together they celebrated 64 years of marriage.
After returning from active duty, Al worked for Mid American Dairy in Superior as a truck driver picking up cream from farmers until he was promoted to Plant Superintendent for 17 years until his retirement. He was a member of the Superior Volunteer Fire Department, the VFW and American Legion, a Life Member of the DAV serving as a past Commander, the Danish Brotherhood and a member of the Church of Christ in Superior.
Al was preceded in death by his parents, one infant brother and two sisters, Esther Jensen and Mabel Harraman.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley of Superior, sons, Tom Jorgensen and his wife Lynn of Plano, Texas, Tim Jorgensen and wife Peggy of Kearney, Nebraska and David Jorgensen and wife Lorna of Lincoln, Nebraska. Five grandchildren, Jennifer Bailey, Matthew Jorgensen, Benjamin Jorgensen, Michael Jorgensen, Alex Jorgensen and Amy Jorgensen; five great-grandchildren; along with a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held from the Church of Christ in Superior, Nebraska on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 10:00 AM with Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was "I Know Who Holds Tomorrow" and "Softly and Tenderly" with Carla Stark and Orlyn Renz as vocalists and Paula Renz as pianist.
Pallbearers were Ron Schott, Gene Frehrichs, Glenn Frehrichs, Steve Diehl , Dave Taylor and Darrell Gressley. Honorary Pallbearers were Howard Herrmann and Bob Zeigler
Memorials may go in care of the family.
Interment with full military rites was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior,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 Harold Carpenter

Harold Laverne Carpenter, the son of Jessie and Bertha (Handley) Carpenter, was born on March 4, 1918 near Webber in Jewell County Kansas. He passed away on December 20, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 91 years, 9 months and 16 days.
Harold came to Nebraska in the fall of 1923. He attended school in Superior until the 5th grade then finished 8th grade in Beaver north of Superior, Nebraska.
He was engaged in farming with his father, and served 2 years in the service from 1942 until 1944, he came home on account of his ill father, which he then resumed farming and running the dairy.
On January 2, 1966 he was united in marriage to Marion Harrison and they attended Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Harold loved to play cards with friends and traveled when they were married.
He is preceded in death by his father on December 2, 1952 and his mother May 16, 1922; his wife Marian March 19, 2001.
He leaves to mourn 3 step children, Kay Hecke of Hastings, Nebraska, Verne Harrison and wife Elizabeth of Rockville, Connecticut and Grace Bell of Dunedin, Florida; 6 grandchildren, Richard and Robert Bell, Kevin Hecke, Marianna Derman,
Andrew and Joy Harrison; 4 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter; 2 half sisters, Dorothy Russell of Chula Vista, California and Arcele Anderson of Farmington, New Mexico and half brother Merlin Carpenter of Springfield, Missouri; other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Irvin Schleufer, PMA and Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was “How Great Thou Art” and “In The Garden”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Jay Ross, Arnold Ross, Stan Meyer, Kevin Hecke, Bill Derman and Verne Harrison. Honorary Pallbearers were Eldrick Grummert, Ralph Wilton, Jim Harvey, Frank Martin and Don Johanson.
Interment was in the Ong Cemetery at Ong, 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 Mildred Andersen Black

Mildred Marie Black, the daughter of Henry and Caroline (Paack) Grummert, was born on September 17, 1915 at Cadams, Nebraska. She passed away on December 19, 2009 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 94 years, 3 months and 2 days.
Mildred was baptized on October 17, 1915 by Rev. Gundel and confirmed on May 12, 1929 by Rev. Bunge at Salem Lutheran Church north of Superior, Nebraska. She graduated from Cadams High School.
On November 22, 1951 she was united in marriage to Arthur J. Andersen at Clay Center, Nebraska and to this union was born one daughter, Janice. Mildred and Art lived in Hardy, Nebraska moving to Edgar where they lived for two years, back to Hardy and then making their home in Superior. Art passed away on July 8, 1982. She was united in marriage to Arlie Black on June 27, 1987 at Carpenter, Wyoming. He preceded her in death on April 29, 1995.
Mildred was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, a charter member of the Eagles Auxiliary, the Birthday Club, past officer of the B.P.W., the AARP, the After 5 Christian Womens Club and enjoyed quilting with her friends at the Salem Lutheran and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church's.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband's Art and Arlie,brother Albert Grummert, two sisters, Alma Ahrens and Verna Roe and son-in-law Melvin Smidt.
She is survived by her daughter Janice Smidt of Superior, Nebraska, four grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren along with nieces, nephews and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Scot McCluskey & Irvin Schleufer, PMA officiating. Music was recordings of “Beyond The Sunset”, “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Footsteps.”
Pallbearers were Blake Smidt, Gregg Smidt, Kevin Smidt, Phil Jensen, Roland Shambaugh, Jim Pursell, and Jim Rust.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, 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 Roberta A. Stone

Roberta Arlene Stone, the daughter of Walter Ralph and Gladys May (Wilson)
Morehead, was born on October 9, 1930 on a farm northwest of Nelson, Nebraska. She passed away on December 18, 2009 at the Rosebrook Care Center in Edgar, Nebraska at the age of 79 years.
Roberta was educated at the Pleasant Ridge School and Nelson Public High School in Nelson, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to John Stone on June 27, 1952 by Rev. McCane. They lived all their married life in Nelson except for a few months in Knoxville, Tennessee. She worked as a cafe waitress, and Avon reresentative, at the Nelson Nursing Home and was a house keeper. She loved her family, here nieces and nephews and her pet dogs and cats.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John on August 28, 2007; brother, William Bill Moorehead, infant sister Lorene Marie and sister Lavon Larison.
She is survived by nephews and nieces, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, December 21, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “One Day At A Time”, “When I Take A Vacation In Heaven” and “God will Take Care Of Me”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Mary Statz as pianist.
Pallbearers were Casey Troudt, Eric Grassman, Johnny Himmelberg, Steve Rust, Jordon Kramp and Carson Rowley. Honorary pallbearers were Bud Wehrman, MIke Drexel, Ron Fryda, Ken Himmelberg, Larry Thornberry and Don McCartney.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Memorials suggested to Asera Care Hospice, 401 Lincoln Ave., Ste 2, York, Nebraska 68467, the Rosebrook Care Center, Edgar, Nebraska of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ.
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 Meta Stiles

Meta Marie Stiles, the daughter of Will and Mae (Renken) Kottmeyer, was born on December 9, 1911 on a farm near Cadams, Nebraska. She went home to Jesus on December 11, 2009 at Thayer County Health Services in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 98 years, and 2 days.
Meta was one of seven children, she attended school at Cadams and was the oldest living lifetime member of Salem Lutheran Church, Superior, Nebraska being confirmed on May 9, 1926.
She was united in marriage to Warren Stiles on December 4, 1931 at Mankato, Kansas. This union was blessed with two daughters.
Meta was a member of the Salem Lutheran Women Circle and the Sunnyville Club. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Warren on October 17, 1972; three brothers, Alfred, Bill and Harold and son-in-law, Leon Elsey.
Survivors include her daughters, Virginia “Ginny” Mieth and husband Ramon of Hebron, Nebraska and Joanne “Jo” Baker and husband John of Laguna Niguel, California; four grandchildren: Wayne Elsey and wife Dorothy of Lincoln, Nebraska, Rhonda Stacy and husband Bruce of Omaha, Nebraska, Randy Baker of San Juan, California and Tammy Morris and husband Shane of Foothill Ranch, California; five great grandchildren: Justin Hartwig, Kristina Hartwig, Ashley Blank and husband Todd, Olivia Stubbendeck and Kaylee Morris; two sisters: Pauline Christensen and husband Don of Riceville, Iowa and Rose Schleif of Lincoln, Nebraska and one brother Richard Kottmeyer and wife Marcia of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Monday, December 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM from
the Salem Lutheran Church in rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Scot McCluskey officiating. Music was “My Faith Looks Up To Thee,” “There Is No Secret What God Can Do” and “I Need Thee”, with Marsha Cline as soloist and Sonia Schmidt as organist.
Pallbearers were Don Kottmeyer, Mark Kottmeyer, Kent Kottmeyer, Steve Christensen, Mike Kottmeyer and Gordon Farver. Honorary Pallbearers were Charles Stiles, Jim Stiles and Dan Christensen.
Interment was in the Salem Lutheran Cemetery at Superior, 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 Lola J. Vale

Lola J. Vale, the daughter of Robert R. and Alma (Ross) Kinyoun, was born
on November 16, 1926 on a farm near Formoso, Kansas. She passed away on
December 3, 2009 at Sun Lakes, Arizona at the age of 83 years and 17 days.
She was raised near Formosa, Kansas and graduated from Lovewell High
School with the class of 1944. Lola was united in marriage to Marshall Vale on June
24, 1945 at Webber, Kansas. To this union 3 children were born: Shirley, Richard
and Steven.
Lola retired from bookkeeping at Alexander Motors. She resided in Superior
before relocating to Arizona in 2003.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Marshall W. Vale,
on January 15, 1980.
She is survived by her daughter Shirley Hobbie and husband Ken of South
Riding, Virginia, sons Richard Vale and wife Lesa of Omaha, Nebraska, and Steven
Vale and wife Diann of Tempe, Arizona, one sister June Wyatt and husband Merwyn
of Superior, Nebraska, and a brother Dale Kinyoun and wife Margaret of Superior,
Nebraska. Her grandchildren include Kelly, Kris, Kevin, Nick, Nolan, Jaimie and
Morgan and one great-grandson, Jonathan along with many nieces, nephews and
friends.

Memorial Services will be held on April 1, 2010 at 11:00am from the First
Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street,
Phoenix, AZ 85014 or at www.hov.org.
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 in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ethel E. Mosier

Ethel Emma Mosier, the daughter of Edward Henry and Matilda
(Waterman) Wehnes, was born on November 17, 1920, in a sod house near
Venango, Nebraska. She was one of six children born to her parents. She
departed this life on December 7, 2009, at Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home in Hebron, Nebraska, at the age of 89 years and 20 days.
She was baptized into the Lutheran Faith on January 23, 1921 at Amherst, Colorado and was confirmed in 1934 by Pastor Eric Meyer at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Glenvil, Nebraska.
Ethel attended several rural schools in Clay County Nebraska during her elementary education years and graduated from high school in Edgar Nebraska with the class of 1939. She taught elementary school in rural Clay County, north of Clay Center, Nebraska for 4 years.
On September 16, 1943, Ethel was united in marriage to Charley W.
Mosier in Belleville, Kansas; to this union two children were born.
Ethel was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Davenport, Nebraska, for the past 66 years. She enjoyed cooking and baking, crocheting, knitting and gardening. While still living in Davenport, she especially enjoyed sharing fresh flowers from her garden, taking a bouquet to the bank each Monday morning during the summer and early fall months.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charley on
November 21, 1992; and three sisters, Thelma Williams, Elsie (Troudt) Smith,
and Viola Troudt.
She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Bargen and husband Vic of Superior, Nebraska; her son Verlin Mosier and wife Sue of Davenport, Nebraska; her step son, Wendel Mosier and wife Carolyn of Davenport, Nebraska; and her
step daughter, Shelby Ehlers and husband, Gaylord of Deshler, Nebraska;
grandchildren: Michelle Galaway and husband Corey of Edgar, Nebraska, and
Kendra Bargen of Hastings, Nebraska; step grandchildren: Ginger Neuhart and
husband James of Lincoln, Nebraska; Darrel Mosier and wife Caroline of
Shickley, Nebraska; Col. Reynold Mosier and wife Susie of Manhattan, Kansas; Clark Mosier and wife Nancy of St. Paul, Nebraska; and Matthew Mosier and wife Kathy of Strang, Nebraska; great grandchildren; Harrison, Foster, Samantha, Claire, Oliver and Peggy Sue Galaway of Edgar, Nebraska; step great
grandchildren: Jamie Hickok and husband Patrick of Juniata, Nebraska; Jessica Neuhart and Jordan Neuhart of Hastings, Nebraska; JoLynn Mosier of Blair, Nebraska, Crayton and Caitlin Mosier of Shickley, Nebraska; Kegan Mosier and Paige Mosier of Fremont, Nebraska; Blake Mosier of Manhattan, Kansas; Ross, Ryan and Joshua Mosier of St. Paul, Nebraska; Tristen and Zachary Mosier of Strang, Nebraska and one step great great granddaughter Bailey Hickok of Juniata, Nebraska; her sister, Leona Fredricks of Glenvil, Nebraska and her brother, Darrel Wehnes of Inland, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, December 11, 2009 at 10:30 AM, at Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska with Pastor Amy Krejcarek officiating. Music was congregational hymns, “I Know That My Redeemer Lives” and “Because He Lives” and solo “Precious Lord Take My Hand” sung by Ruth Oellerich with Debra Johnson as organist.
Pallbearers were her grandsons Darrel Mosier, Reynold Mosier, Clark Mosier, Matthew Mosier, James Neuhart and Corey Galaway. Honorary Pallbearers were Steve Troudt, David Wehnes and Ruben Wehnes.
Interment was in the Davenport City Cemetery at Davenport, Nebraska.
Memorials suggested to Christ Lutheran Church, Davenport, Nebraska.
Megrue- Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Wilma P. DaMoude Adams

Wilma P. Adams, the daughter of Virgel and Ida (Kauffman) Morehead, was born on March 5, 1917 on a farm near Abdal, Nebraska. She passed away on December 6, 2009 at Perkins Pavilion in Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 92 years, 9 months and 1 day.
She married Joe (Arlie) DaMoude on April 8, 1937. He preceded her in death on January 25, l969. They had two daughters. They farmed in the Nelson community. On January 14, 1975 she married Rolland Adams. They farmed near Nora until his death on January 27, 1980.
She was a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, the Busy Bee Club, the Home Improvement Extension Club and the Presbyterian Women's Group. Wilma was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, both her husbands, and three sisters, Nova Morehead, Moina Maserang and Doris Sanders.
She is survived by her daughters Joan Krabel and husband Gene of Hastings, Nebraska and Betty L Susa and husband Wayne of Moscow, Idaho; grandchildren, Julie Olsen and husband Derrik of Springdale, Arkansas, Teresa Williams and husband Mike of Sheridan, Wyoming, Brian Krabel and wife Shannon of Land O' Lakes, Florida, Kimberly McCown and husband Brent of Hastings, Nebraska, Derek Susa and wife Dana of Dubois, Wyoming, and Jolene Davis and husband Russ of Moscow, Idaho; nine
great-grandchildren; one brother, Cecil Morehead and wife Willa of Denver, Colorado and two sisters, Florence Rutt of Littleton, Colorado and Irene Strauss of Sun City, Arizona; along with a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was congregational hymn “ The Old Rugged Cross,” and “Amazing Grace,” and “How Great Thou Art” sung by Stephanie Thayer with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Don Alexander, Barry Alexander, Derek Susa, Brian Krabel, Derrik Olsen and Mike Williams. Honorary Pallbearers were Cary Strauss, Terry Sanders, Larry Sanders, Don Rutt, Dennis DaMoude and Leonard DaMoude.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
In care of the family or to the Nelson Community United Church of Christ.
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 Eugene B. Purcell

Eugene Burr Purcell, the son of Joseph and Bertha (Miller) Purcell, was born on April 28, 1925 on a farm in Jewell County Kansas. He passed away on November 23, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 84 years, 6 months and 26 days.
Eugene was one of four children. He attended rural Jewell County grade school and graduated from Montrose High School. He enlisted with the United States Army in March of 1945 and served as Staff Sergeant with the 76th Military Police Company, he was honorably discharged on November 23, 1946. After the service he returned home to farm.
He was united in marriage to Phyllis McGeary on June 9, 1950 at Colby, Kansas. This union was blessed with three children.
Eugene enjoyed taking care of his cattle, sheep and horses. His hobby included welding. Together with Phyllis they enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling and spending time with family and friends, and also their grandchildren’s sporting events. He was a 50 year member of the Webber United Methodist Church.
Eugene was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife Phyllis of Superior, Nebraska; daughters Dianna Gatewood of Newton, Kansas and Deanna Reed of Parson, Kansas and son Bradley of Superior, Nebraska; seven grandchildren, Kajaw Griffiths, Karie Griffiths, Jeneka Gatewood, Stacy Green, Michael Purcell, Houston Purcell and Chase Purcell; and three sisters, Norma Imler of Juniata, Nebraska, Yvonne Imler of Mankato, Kansas and Shirley Neely of Lincoln, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Webber United Methodist Church in Webber, Kansas with Pastor Roger Walls officiating. Music was “The Old Rugged Cross,” and “How Great Thou Art,” with Alicia Reed as soloist and Lynette Bartley as organist.
Pallbearers were Larry Langer, Dan Imler, Bill Nelson, Ron Nelson, Mark Neely, Rod Imler and Steve Imler. Honorary Pallbearers were Frank Langer, Dean Hall, Don Johanson, Jerry Murry, and Jim Price.
Interment was in the Pleasant View Cemetery at Montrose, Kansas.
Memorials suggested to Webber United Methodist Church or Alzheimer's
Association.
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 Vergie Rose Howe

Vergie Rose Howe, the daughter of Vivan and Edna (Ringen) Johnston, was born on April 13, 1920 on a farm near Summerfield, Kansas. She passed away on November 19, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 7 months and 6 days.
Vergie was one of three children. She graduated from Axtell High School, Axtell, Kansas with a perfect attendance. She was united in marriage to Elmer James Howe on August 13, 1938 in Marysville, Kansas. To this union five children were born.
Vergie was baptized on April 2, 1988 at the Webber United Methodist Church by Rev. Eldon Hunter, being a 21 year member.
Throughout her lifetime, Vergie lived in Summerfield, Kansas, Nora and Hardy Nebraska, Webber Kansas, St. Paul and Superior, Nebraska where they spent their retirement years. She entered the Good Samaritan Society on October 16, 2008 where she resided until her death.
Vergie’s hobbies included fishing and woodworking with her husband, together they raised rabbits, and always a large garden. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her kids and grandkids.
Vergie was preceded in death by her parents, son-law John Berry, two great-grandsons, Kris Burge and Arlo Dillenburg.
Survivors include her husband Elmer of Superior; three daughters, Ruby Burge and husband Dale of Webber, Kansas; Twila Berry of Superior, Nebraska; and Donna Jurgena and husband Mark of Nelson, Nebraska; and two sons, Richard Howe and wife Barb of Superior, Nebraska and Wayne Howe and wife Pat of Olathe, Kansas; two brothers, Clifford Johnston of Humboldt, Canada and Galen Johnston of Sequim, Washington; 16 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.



Funeral services were held on Monday, November 23, 2009 at 10:00 AM from
the Webber United Methodist Church in Webber, Kansas with Pastor Roger Walls
officiating. Music was “The Old Rugged Cross,” “You Get A Line,” and “Amazing
Grace,” with Greg & Donna Diamond as vocalists and Lynette Bartley as organist.
Pallbearers were Rodney Burge, Lee Dunbar, Phillip Howe, Ben Howe, John Tucker, Matt Bargen, Dalane Ehlers, and John Penry.
Interment 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.


Christian Biography of Richard J. “Dick” Elliott

Richard J. “Dick” Elliott, the son of Errett J. and Lillie (Sankey) Elliott, was born on May 11, 1930 in Belleville, Kansas. He passed away on November 12, 2009 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 79 years.
Dick was a graduate of Superior High School with the class of 1948. He earned a landscape architect degree from the University of Illinois. He worked on a number of high profile projects in and around Topeka, Kansas in the 1950's and 1960's. He served as a Navigator and Signalman in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict from 1954 until 1956, and also played clarinet in the Navy Band. Dick had a lifelong love of farming, and maintained a family farm located in nearby Republic County, Kansas throughout his life. He retired from the City of Superior as the City Manager and Planner.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, and his daughter, Lisa Elliott.
Survivors include his daughter Jolynn Pierce and her husband Locke of Woodland Park, Colorado; son Dak Elliott and his wife Kristie of Tacoma, Washington; son Ward
Elliott of Washington D.C.; three grandchildren, Laurie Pierce, Corrie Pierce and Sarah Mitchell; one great-grandchild; other relatives and a host of friends.

Graveside Memorial services were held on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 2:00
PM from the Evergreen Cemetery in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Brian Earl officiating.
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 Elsie “Mickey” Uplinger

Elsie Adelaide Uplinger, the daughter of Keemenin and Aurelia “Belle” (Riley) Ray, was born on January 23, 1917 on the home place near Naponee, Nebraska. She passed away on November 10, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 92 years, 9 months and 18 days.
Elsie was one of five children. She was baptized at the First Christian Church, Buffalo, Missouri. She attended school in Naponee, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to George Zematis and two daughters were born to this union. She later married Samuel Uplinger and a son was born to this union.
Elsie owned and operated a restaurant in Franklin, Nebraska for many years.
Elsie loved to read and listen to music, and was an avid Husker fan. She was a member of Extension Clubs, Rebecca Lodge and the Eagles Auxiliary.
She was a resident of the Good Samaritan Society.
Elsie is preceded in death by her parents, husband Samuel on February 26, 1976; two brothers, Robert and Vern Ray; two sisters, Alma Leathem and Beulah Ray, son-in-law, Donald Gruwell.
Survivors include her daughters, Barbara Gruwell of Superior, Nebraska and Patricia Palmer and husband Al of Austin, Texas; and one son, Richard Uplinger and wife Donna of Lebanon, Missouri; 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska with Missie Wilt and Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was “One Day At A Time,” with Angela Garver as soloist and Norma Doering as organist and recorded song “Some Call It Heaven I Call It Home.”
Pallbearers were Ron Gruwell, Rick Gruwell, Andy Gruwell, Clinton Miller, Travis Stevens and Larry Post. Honorary Pallbearers were Sarah Miller, Tiffany Stevens,
Tina Warner, Alexis Warner, Tyron Miller and Emma Jo Miller.
Interment was in the Naponee Cemetery at Naponee, Nebraska.
Memorials suggested to the Good Samaritan Society.
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 Edith A. Ward

Edith Ward, the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Pabst) Siebenneicher, was born on January 19, 1910 at Gilead, Nebraska. She passed away on October 28, 2009 at the Parkview Haven Nursing Home in Deshler, Nebraska at the age of 99 years, 9 months and 9 days.
Edith was one of five children. She married Frank James Ward on April 21, 1928, to this union six children were born. Edith was a farm wife for most of her early marriage,living in the Oak Vicinity . They moved to Nelson in 1963 where Edith worked at the Good Samaritan Home for approximately 20 years.
She was a resident of the Nelson Good Samaritan Home from May 2004 until August 2009, then moving to the Parkview Haven Nursing Home in Deshler, Nebraska, where she was residing at the time of her death.
Edith was a long time member of the Nelson Church of Christ.
Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, Frank in 1979, one sister, Alvina, one granddaughter Denise Drapal in 1979 and one great granddaughter Feliesha Ward in 2000.
Survivors include one son, Darrell Ward and wife Marjorie of Nelson, five daughters, Donnis Genung and husband David of Superior, Mary Drapal of Nelson, Jeanette Galley and husband Bob of Bella Vista, Arkansas, Karen Rihner and husband David of Avoca, Iowa and Elaine Degner of Nelson; 19 grandchildren; 46 great grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Iona Presnell of Deshler, Nebraska two brothers, Edward Siebenneicher of Pueblo, Colorado and Eugene Siebenneicher of Deshler, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Thomas Reppart-minister. Music was “In The Garden,” “Beyond The Sunset” and “Safe In The Arms Of Jesus”with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist and a Perry Como recording of “And I Love You So.”
Pallbearers were her grandsons, Rodney Ward, Jason Ward, Brian Ward, Todd Lipker, Troy Genung, Darren Genung, Sid Drapal, Bryan Galley and Michael Burns. Honorary Pallbearers were her granddaughters, Carmen Wehrman, Kimmith Fortner, Lanette Peterson, Michelle Heilig, Teresa Jordan, Kristine School, Sandy Butcher, Rhonda Betten, Tracy Tietjen, and Chris Rothchild.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, 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 Margaret E. Troudt

Margaret Ellen Troudt, the daughter of Charles Dell and Mina May (Chase)
Moffatt, was born on April 6, 1916 at Edgar, Nebraska. She passed away on October 16, 2009 in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 93 years, 6 months and 10 days.
Margaret attended Kimball County Rural Schools and Edgar Public Schools. She was baptized and confirmed on November 17, 1940 at the Clover Trinity Lutheran Church at Filer, Idaho by Pastor Danafelt. On April 18, 1935 she was united in marriage to John LaVern Troudt at Mankato, Kansas and to this union was born three children.
Margaret was a member of the Centennial Lutheran Church in Superior, the Rebekah Lodge on Nelson, Nebraska, she enjoyed fancy handwork, crocheting and knitting. She loved nature, the change of seasons, camping, fishing and later in life Rving with her daughters, Jan and Joan. During her lifetime she lived in the communities of Edgar, Kimball and Nelson, Nebraska, Buhl, Idaho and Alma and Superior, Nebraska.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband LaVern on November 19, 1991, her son, LeRoy “Butch” Troudt, two great grandchildren, Sydney and Bailey Sullivan, brothers, Wayne and Harold Moffatt and sisters, Elpha Heinrichs and Sarah Lessig.
She is survived by her daughters, Margaret “Joan” Zielinski and Janet “Jan” Kuhlmann both of Superior, Nebraska. Nine grandchildren, Lori and Husband Tom Flick, Kim and Husband Tom Chambers, Barbara and husband Bill Rudolph, Shari and husband Steve Iovino, Kelly and husband Brad Swanson, Matt Sullivan and wife Teresa, Scott Sullivan and wife Kristi, Rick (Troudt) Hunter and Mark (Troudt) Hunter. 18 Great-grandchildren, Christian and Daniel Chambers, Christopher, Adele and Joey Flick, Billy and Kevin Rudolph, Nathanael and Jerrad Craft, Adam, Meghan and Carly Swanson, Mattison and John Sullivan and Zoe’ and David Sullivan along with a host of nieces, nephews, others relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the Centennial Lutheran Church in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Brian Earl officiating.
Music was “The Old Rugged Cross” with Alfred & Janell Hanson sing the duet and “Amazing Grace” as a congregational with Heather Dahl as organist.
Pallbearers were Tom Chambers, Tom Flick, Bill Rudolph, Steve Iovino, Brad Swanson, Matthew Sullivan, Scott Sullivan and Adam Swanson Honorary pallbearers were Shari Iovino, Kelly Swanson, Lori Flick, Kim Chambers and Barbara Rudolph.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Centennial Lutheran Church.
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 Jimmie Loop

Jimmie Alan Loop, the son of Guy Abert and Alice Juliette (Clark) Loop was born on May 24, 1938 in Hardy, Nebraska. He passed way October 16, 2009 at Saint Francis Medical Center in Grand Island, Nebraska at the age of 71 years, 4 months, 23 days.
Jimmie attended the Hardy Public School graduating with the class of 1956. He worked for the Peter Kiewet Company in Cheyenne, Wyoming for two years. He served in the United States Air Force from May 1958 to June 1962 when he was honorably discharged. He was stationed in Texas and Bermuda.
On June 8th, 1968 he was united in marriage to Marcia Leege. This union was blessed with two sons. They later divorced.
Jimmie was employed by the Ideal Cement Company in Superior until it closed. He was a member of Centennial Lutheran Church and the American Legion both of Superior. Jimmie loved to ride around the country watching wildlife. He was a great sports fan. Many of his sons friends would call him Coach because he often helped them train for sports.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Norman and a brother-in-law, Daryl Allington.
Survivors include is sons Guy and wife Heidi Loop and Jerry Loop and two grandchildren, James and Lauren Loop all of Columbus, Nebraska; sisters Joline Allington, Connie Swihart and husband Dee all of Superior, Nebraska; sister-in-law Lorene Loop of Hutchinson, Kansas; nieces, nephews, relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Reading by Melodee Brunken. Music was “In The Garden” and “Amazing Grace” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Marietta Stenson as organist and “All My Tears” sung by Heidi Loop and Erika Peterson.
Pallbearers were Gary Loop, Larry Loop, Clark Swihart, Joel Allington, Tony Allington, James Loop, Josh Ryba, Darren Willett, Dan Howe, Steve Hiatt and Brad Allington. Honorary pallbearers were Cecil Lovewell, Jim Rust, Dennis Combs and Don Hancock.
Interment with full military rites was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
A memorial has been established and 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 Norgene Bergt

Norgene Delores Bergt, the daughter of Carl and Gladys (Cannon) Schwantz, was born on June 28, 1930 at Deshler, Nebraska. She passed away on October 14, 2009 after a long and courageous battle with cancer at the age of 79 years, 3 months and 17 days.
Norgene was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters Lutheran Church, Deshler, Nebraska. She attended the Lutheran School and graduated from Deshler High School and attended college in Omaha, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Mark A. Bergt Jr. on December 19, 1948 at her parents home. This union was blessed with three children, Roberta, Robert and Rachelle.
During her lifetime, Norgene was a girl scout, a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church and their Ladies Aid, the majority of her years she worked for her husband Mark as the secretary for Bergt Brothers Sand and Gravel and Ready Mix. She was active with her husbands Skylark model airplane club. She enjoyed playing the organ, keyboard and many fishing trips. Their trips included traveling by motor home to fish and fly airplanes.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Gladys Schwantz.
She is survived by her husband Mark of Davenport, daughters Roberta Hall and husband Jim of West Burlington, Iowa, Rachelle Hinze and husband Scott of Lincoln, Nebraska and son Robert Bergt and friend Shari Love of Deshler, Nebraska; four grandchildren Kristine Melser and husband Nick of Shakopee, Minnesota, Jason Hall of Gilbert, Arizona, Melissa Topil and husband Noah of Omaha, Nebraska, and Nicholas Hinze of Lincoln, Nebraska; other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 10:00 AM at the St. Peters Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska with Pastor Timothy Prince officiating.
Music was congregational hymns “Amazing Grace,” and “Precious Lord Take My Hand,” "Just A Closer Walk With Thee,” and “How Great Thou Art,” sung by Russell, Lila and Mike Schroeder and Karen Haake with Karen Haake as organist and accompanist.
Pallbearers were Robert Henkel, Jason Hall, Nick Hinze, Jerry Littrel, Noah Topil, and Nick Melser.
Interment was in the St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery at Davenport, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the American Cancer Society or to 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 Lloyd Hancock

Lloyd Eldon Hancock, the son of Henry and Verna (McBride) Hancock, was born on April 29, 1913 on his parents farm near Marion, South Dakota. He passed away on October 13, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 96 years, 5 months and 15 days.
Lloyd lived in Mansfield, Missouri before moving to Hardy, Nebraska. He was a carpenter and worked construction all his life. He was united in marriage to Fern Loop, this union was blessed with two sons, she preceded him in death. He later married Hazel Letsinger and Thelma Birchell who also preceded him in death.
Lloyd was a member of the Carpenter’s Union. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and raising a garden.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three wives, Fern, Hazel and Thelma; son Jerry and brother, Gene and three sisters, Mae Porter, Ada Wilson and Opal Andersen.
He is survived by his son Don and wife Ruth of Burr Oak, Kansas; four
grandchildren, Doris Woerner and husband Arnold of Burr Oak, Kansas, Ronald Hancock and wife Paula of Mankato, Kansas, Brian VanSteenberg of Grand Island, Nebraska and Teri VanSteenberg and Joe of Superior, Nebraska; 8 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great
grandchildren; brother, Glenn Hancock and wife Linnea of Bois D’ Arc, Missouri; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Private graveside services were held at Mansfield Cemetery, Mansfield, Missouri.
Inurnment was in the Mansfield Cemetery, Mansfield, Missouri.
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 Lee Roy “Gabby” Hansen

Lee Roy Hansen, the son of Ernest and Emma (Mikkelsen) Hansen was born on January 27, 1929 at Hardy, Nebraska. He passed away on September 13, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 80 years, 7 months and 17 days.
Lee Roy graduated from Hardy High School and attended Fairbury Junior College for one year. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hardy, Nebraska.
He was united in marriage to Joanna Harvey on March 29, 1965 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Three children were born to this union.
LeeRoy retired from Ideal Cement Plant in Superior.
He was a member of the Eagles Club and also a Union Member of Ideal Cement. He enjoyed visiting with family and friends. He was a big sports fan who loved the Chicago Cubs and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. His pastime time included fishing with his family at the river, playing cards, and going to coffee in Hardy and Superior.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Joanna on February 10, 2007, daughter, Brenda Lee Hansen and sister, Elaine Roper.
Survivors include his daughter Mechele Zade and husband Dewaine of Hastings, Nebraska and son Michael Hansen and wife Misty of Deshler, Nebraska; three grandchildren; other relatives and a host of friends.


Graveside services were held on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the Hardy Cemetery in Hardy, Nebraska with Rev. Daryl Nelson and Rev. Connie Raess officiating.
Memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hardy, Nebraska.
Interment was in the Hardy Cemetery at 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 Clarence D. Kuper

Clarence Dietrich Kuper, the son of Fred and Caroline (Paschold) Kuper, was born on April 26, 1911 on a farm southwest of Nelson, Nebraska. He passed away on September 7, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 98 years, 4 months and 12 days.
Clarence was one of three children, he attended Smyrna grade school while growing up and graduated from Nelson High School. He was baptized and confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church, being an active lifetime member. He served on the church board and was the Sunday school superintendent for many years and a member of the church choir. He loved music, singing and played the clarinet.
Clarence lived his entire life in Nelson and was a farmer and rancher. He served on the Nelson Coop board for many years. In his spare time Clarence enjoyed fixing things. His hobby was finding Indian artifacts, which included arrowheads, scrapers and any other finds. Clarence also liked “witching” for water.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Alfred Kuper and sister Alice Pedersen; niece Marilyn Pedersen and nephew Dean Pedersen.
He is survived by his family of nieces and nephews Marjorie Blair of Hardy, Nebraska; Judy Sweney and husband Bruce of Lincoln, Nebraska; Jane Raetz and husband Gary of Leawood, Kansas; Carol Madrid Pedersen of Hastings, Nebraska and sister-in-law June Kuper of Lincoln, Nebraska; great and great-great nieces and nephews; and a host of friends


Memorial services were held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Salem Lutheran Church rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Scot McCluskey officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace”, “In The Garden”, and “How Great Thou Art”, with Amanda Henriksen as soloist, Heather Pedersen playing the violin and Sonia Schmidt as organist.
Honorary Pallbearers were Barry Leece, Todd Pedersen, Troy Pedersen, Brandon Blair, Michael Sweney, and Thomas Raetz.
Inurnment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Memorials given to Clarence Kuper Scholarship Fund.
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 Ruth M. Giger

Ruth Mildred Giger, the daughter of Emil Ruzicka and Anna E.(Moravec) Vrana, was born on September 23, 1918 in Bee, Nebraska. She passed away on August 31, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 90 years and 11 months and 7 days.
Ruth was baptized into the Christian faith in 1934 by Rev. Petersen in David City, Nebraska. Her early education was in Seward County elementary schools at Bee in Seward county and Utica and Bunker Hill rural schools in Cheyenne County. She received her high school education in Sidney, Bee and David City schools graduating from David City with the class of 1936. After having completed her normal training courses, she taught in Dist. 113 in Saunders county which is now a museum at the State Fairgrounds in Lincoln. Ruth received her B.A. degree and graduated with honors from Hastings College and the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She retired from teaching after 30 years in the Nuckolls County Schools which were Beaverville, Pleasant Valley and Beach (which is now part of the Nuckolls County Museum and the Superior School system.
She was united in marriage to Elmer George Giger in 1937 in Doniphan, Nebraska and to this union of 63 years three children were born, Douglas Allen, Janice Ruth and Carol Ann. She was a member of the First Baptist Church for more than 56 years. She was active in the Baptist Church as a Deaconess and Sunday School Teacher for 26 years. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the Honorary Teachers Organization, and teachers organizations at many local, state and national levels. In 1971 she was listed in the elementary publication, “Who’s Who for Outstanding Teachers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Elmer on February 27, 2001, her son Douglas Giger on April 21, 1954 and one brother Lin Vrana.
She is survived by her daughters Janice Miller and husband Richard of Tekamah, Nebraska and Carol Ann Watters and husband David of Randolph, Nebraska. Five grandchildren, Rick Miller and wife Mary, Upland, California, Michelle Snyder and husband Jim of Spokane, Washington, Tim Watters and wife Genie of Panama, Nebraska, Scott Watters and wife Teresa of Winside, Nebraska and JeNae Kort and husand Randy of Plainview, Nebraska. Great-grandchildren, Richie and Nicholas Miller, Garrett and Brandon Watters, Christian, Anna and RamWatters, Andrea and Allyson Kort. Ruth is also survived by her sister, Doloros Epping of O'Fallon, Ill., brothers, Ted
W. Vrana and wife Muffy of Lincoln, Ne., John W. Vrana and wife Norma of Peoria, AZ, sister-in-laws, Arleen Giger, Phyllis Giger and Florence Turner and a brother-in-law,
Ralph Giger and wife Roberta along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Ruth's life motto was "Make a difference in each life you touch, make it for the good!"


Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 5, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the First Baptist Church in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Floyd Richardson officiating. Music was provided by Gloria Garman-Schlaefli and Bev Frost singing “Take My Hand Precious Lord” and “Footprints In The Sand”, with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Rick Miller, Richie Miller, Nicholas Miller, Garrett Watters, James Snyder, Tim Watters, Scott Watters, and Randy Kort. Honorary bearers were Fred Huffman Duane Fraley, James Maley and Victor Pedersen.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Baptist Church.
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 Pauline Marie Harkins

Pauline Marie Harkins, the daughter of Franz and Pauline (Thomas) Langer, was born on March 16, 1907 six miles south west of Superior, Nebraska in Jewell County, Kansas She passed away on August 29, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior at the age of 102 years, 5 months and 13 days.
Pauline attended the Triumph District rural school in Kansas south of Superior and graduated from Superior High School. She attended summer school at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. She taught school in Cherry County in the Sandhills for seven years. She returned to Superior in 1931 and was united in marriage to Cecil Harkins. To this union was born two daughters. Cecil passed away suddenly in 1946 She then went to work for Emmett Sheets at Valley Lumber as their bookkeeper for 23 years. For many years she was an active member of the Superior Professional Women’s Club, holding all the local offices and serving as district director. She was one of the organizers and the first president of the Superior Unit of the Nebraska Parliamentarians Association. She was active in civic affairs, serving as a member of the first Superior Planning Commission. She was Past Worthy Matron of the Olive Chapter #63 Order of the Eastern Star. A member of the Nuckolls County Retired Teachers Association, membership chairman of the AARP, volunteer of the Adult Basic Education Association with Central Community College, Nuckolls County Extension member, Neighborhood Club member, Valley View Club member. She was always proud of her completion of the Dale Carnegie Course. She was a former president of the United Methodist Women and a 60 year member of the Superior United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Cecil and seven brothers, Leo, Carl, Clay, Roy, Glen, Albert and Robert.
She is survived by her daughters, Marlene Marie Jorgensen of Ogallala, Nebraska and Avis Carol Shaw of Superior, Nebraska. Five grandchildren, Nita Jones and her husband Ken of Omaha, Nebraska, Nina Jorgensen of Ogallala, Nebraska, Jerry Jorgensen and his wife Sheila of
North Platte, Nebraska, Stephanie Shaw- Gates and her husband Todd of South Lyon, Michigan and Timothy Shaw of Omaha, Nebraska.. Ten great-grandchildren, Tami, Kendra, Hamilton,
Danessa, Danette, Jay, Zachary, Jered, Ellie and Miya Arie and nine great-great-grandchildren, Celeste, Madison, Ethan, Katrina, Sean, Nate, Jayden, Abbie and Allie along with a host of
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 3, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was “Wind Beneath My Wings” & “Lord, You Have Come To The
Lakeshore”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Tim Shaw, Jerry Jorgensen, Ken Jones, Jay Jones, Todd Gates, and Jered Jorgensen.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Superior 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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Cindy Lynn McClarnen

Cynthia Lynn McClarnen, the daughter of Lyle and Jean (Scism) Bonner, was born on November 21, 1943 at Hastings, Nebraska. She passed away on August 25, 2009 at her home in Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 65 years, 9 months and 4 days.
Cindy was a graduate of Edgar High School. She was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings, Nebraska.
She was united in marriage to Richard Mazour on December 21, 1965 in Grand Island, Nebraska. Four children were born to this union. They later divorced.
Cindy loved spending time with her family and grand kids. Her hobbies included gardening, fishing and crocheting.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lyle Bonner and two sons, Mike and Dave Mazour.
Survivors include her mother, Jean Bonner of Hastings, Nebraska; son Joe Mazour and daughter Amy Dunn and husband Patrick all of Deweese, Nebraska; four grandchildren Kristen Dunn, Michael Dunn, MaKayla Mazour and Emma Mazour; and one sister Mary Bonner of Blue Hill, Nebraska; other relatives and a host of friends.



Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, August 29, 2009 at 10:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Loras Grell officiating. Lector was Brenda Janda and Acolyte was Bob Janda. Music was “Angel,”“The Old Rugged Cross,” “Amazing Grace,” “Hail Mary; Gentle Woman,” and “How Great Thou Art” with Sherry Buescher as song leader.
Pallbearers were Mark Johnston, Robbie Johnston, Patrick Dunn, Bruce Jacobitz, Daniel Herbek. Honorary Pallbearers were Cindy’s grandchildren Kristen Dunn, Michael Dunn, MaKayla Mazour and Emma Mazour.
Memorials may given to the family.
Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Deweese, 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 Roy E. Stutzman

Roy Elbert Stutzman, the son of Bert and Elma (Roth) Stutzman, was born on October 31, 1944 on a farm near Beaver Crossing, Nebraska. He passed away on August 24, 2009 at Bryan LGH West in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 64 years, 9 months and 24 days.
Roy was one of nine children. He was consecrated in the West Fairview
Mennonite Church in Beaver Crossing and confirmed in the Faith Lutheran Church in Seward, Nebraska. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, Superior, Nebraska. While growing up he attended Walnut Creek Grade School and graduated from Beaver High School.
He was united in marriage to Barbara Schleufer on June 7, 1969 at Salem Lutheran Church, Superior, Nebraska. This union was blessed with four children.
Roy was a former Jaycees member at Utica, Nebraska. He love to spend time with his grandchildren and his dog Lucy. He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and playing
cards.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother Cloy, brothers-in-law Alvin Erb and Willard Roth.
Survivors include his wife Barbara of Nora, Nebraska; daughter Cori Bennett and husband Tony of McPherson, Kansas; son Timothy Stutzman and friend Becki Hansen of
Nelson, Nebraska; daughter Laura Folkerts and husband Mike of Great Bend, Kansas; and Vicky Wagner and husband Jeromi of Superior, Nebraska; 17 grandchildren, Chris and Becky Dirks, Jessie Dirks, Kaytlyn and Brandon Johnson, James Nelson, Amanda
and Megan Bennett, Kyleene and Alexis Folkerts, Keegan and Christian Wagner, Maci and Tanner Stutzman, Matt and Megan Stice and Taylor Hansen; brother Dennis and wife Veryl, sisters Phyllis Troyer and husband Kenny, Lois Schweizaer and husband Gerald,
Luella Schweizaer and husband Cleve, brother Stanley and wife Joyce, sister Edna Roth of Milford, Nebraska and Ruth Erb of Shickley, Nebraska; sister-in-law Shirley Peters and husband Dale of Hastings, Nebraska and brother-in-law Irvin Schleufer and wife Murlene of Nelson, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the
Salem Lutheran Church in Rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Scot McCluskey officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” (My Chains Are Gone) “ Bind Us Together” and “The Old Rugged Cross”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Sonia Schmidt as organist.
Pallbearers were Brian Pahl, Howard Schultz, Bill Erb, Merle Erb, Mike Peters,Daniel Schleufer, Edd Epley, and Dan Renz.
Interment was in the Salem Lutheran Cemetery at Superior, 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 Robert “Bob” Marshall

Robert “Bob” Kenneth Marshall, the son of Robert K. and Ada E. (Vandevort) Marshall, was born on February 4, 1923 at Lebanon, Kansas. He passed away on August 23, 2009 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 86 years, 6 months and 19 days.
He grew up in Smith County, Kansas, lived in Washington State and Alaska, served in the United States Armed Services, and was a lifetime member of the American Legion.
After graduating from Lincoln Barber College in 1949, he worked as a barber in Hastings, Nebraska. In 1951, Bob started his own barber shop in Superior, Nebraska which he operated for over fifty years. He was united in marriage to Marie Lamb on May 22, 1954 at Superior, Nebraska
Bob loved the out of doors, enjoyed working, and spending time in his beloved pasture.
He was a loving and devoted husband to wife Marie of 55 years, a wonderful father, and a great grandfather.
Bob was preceded in death by his father Robert “Kenneth” Marshall, and his mother Ada (Vandavort) Marshall Rabb, stepfather Ernest Rabb and sister Alice (Rabb) Jorgenson and brother Billy Rabb.
Bob is survived by his wife Marie of Superior, Nebraska; daughter, Diane Gass and husband Mike of Edmond, Oklahoma; son, Rick and wife Dana of Weatherford, Texas; and daughter, Heidi Ruby and husband Stuart of Alvin Texas, and stepson Bob Levene of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, Shelly Asche and husband Brad, Michael Gass and wife Julie, Mark Gass, Shiela Hoffman, Brock Emery and wife Stephanie, Pryce Marshall and Ben Ruby; nine great grandchildren, Alexis, Ashlynn, and Abigail Gass; Chad and Tobin Gass; Hayli and Hannah Hoffman; Madilynn and Myla Emery; other relatives and a host of friends.



Memorial services with Full Military Rites were held on Thursday, August 27,
2009 at 2:00 PM at the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “Wind Beneath My Wings” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and a Frank Sinatra recording of “Young At Heart”, with Carlita Erickson as the organist.
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 Elnora Dew Bradrick Wages

Elnora Dew Bradrick Wages, the daughter of Ernest Bascom and Ina Marie
(Strong) Dew, was born on February 3, 1920 at Smithland, Kentucky. She passed away on August 23, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 6 months and 20 days.
She went to high school in Salem, Kentucky and graduated in 1939. On Feb. 2, 1940, Elnora married Richard L. Bradrick in Morganville, Kansas. They had met through Richard's maternal grandfather, Dr. Richard Stewart, of Morganville, who had married Elnora's maternal aunt, Effie Strong. To this marriage three sons were born, Ronald Dew, Maurice Allen and Richard Warren.
The family lived in the Ideal Cement plant village for 36 years until Richard died suddenly while at work on Aug. 10, 1976. Shortly after Richard passed away, Elnora moved into the town of Superior.
In the fall of 1980 she remarried Roland A. Wages. Roland and Elnora made their home at 526 N. National St. until Roland passed away in 1992. Elnora lived in this house for 30 years before selling it and moving to the Vestey Center.
During her life, Elnora worked for many years in Superior at various businesses including the J. C. Penney store, the Superior Style Shop, the Leslie TV Store, the Leslie Hotel and the Plains Motel.
She was a Girl Scout leader in the 1940s, worked with the 4-H Club, taught Sunday school at the Methodist Church, became President of the Church Circle, was Co-Chairwomen of the Extension Club, and participated in the Ladies Auxiliary at the Ideal Cement Plant.
Elnora was preceded in death by her parents, two half-brothers, William Nash from Kentucky and James Dew of Tennessee; two half-sisters, Mary Nash Talley of Kentucky and Glenda Nash Stallins of Florida, her first husband, Richard Bradrick and her second husband, Roland Wages; one son, Richard W. Bradrick of Missouri, and one granddaughter, Jill K. Bradrick of Omaha.
She is survived by two sons and their wives, Ronald D. Bradrick and his wife Sharon of Omaha; Maurice A. Bradrick and his wife Judy of San Diego; one daughter-in-law, Brenda Werkmeister of St. Louis, one step-daughter; Roslyn Aden of Superior; six grandchildren, Sean Bradrick of Omaha, Shelton Bradrick, and his wife Lisa of Durham, North Carolina; Brittany Bradrick of San Francisco; Scott Bradrick of St. Louis; Erin Bradrick of New York City and Allison Bradrick of Portland, Oregon; one half-sister, Joyce Cain of North Carolina and one half-brother, Randle Dew of Florida;
other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 3:00 from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Amazing Grace” and “Shall We Gather At The River”, with
Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Ronald Bradrick, Maurice Bradrick, Sean Bradrick, Shelton Bradrick, Scott Bradrick and Richard Fish. Honorary Pallbearers wereNorman Ford, Dennis Combs, Mike Combs and John Combs
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may in care of the Superior High School Track Rest Room Project Fund.
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 Carma Jean Kuhlman

Carma Jean Kuhlman, the daughter of Otto Krogman and Anna Rogge, was born on November 15, 1926 at Columbus City, Iowa. She passed away on August 22, 2009 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 82 years, 9 months and 7 days.
Jean was baptized at the Children’s Lutheran Home at Muscatine, Iowa by Pastor William Klein. She was confirmed in May of 1941 a the Hickory Grove Lutheran Church in Auburn, Nebraska by Rev. B.C. Wiebke. Jean attended the Prairie View School near Auburn, Nebraska and attended Auburn High School. She was united in marriage to LaVern Kuhlman on April 9, 1950 at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church near Deshler, Nebraska. Jean was a current member of the Centennial Lutheran Church.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Anna (Rogge) Krogman and her birth parents, Clarence and Alta (Bond) Alloway, her husband LaVern on September 8, 1989, three sisters, Mary, Pauline and Dorothy and two brothers Robert and Jim Alloway.
She is survived by her children, Carolyn Leasure and husband Michael of Delaware, Ohio, Gary Kuhlman and wife Diane of Maryville, Tennessee, Donna Johnson and husband Brian of Ainsworth, Nebraska and Teresa Contatore and husband Mark of York, Nebraska. Thirteen grandchildren, Jennie Stricklin and husband Tony of Delaware, Ohio, Michael VanWinkle of Las Vegas, Nevada, Kristina Lefevre and husband Adam of Delaware, Ohio, Emily Johnson and Ethan Johnson both of Ainsworth, Nebraska, Tamaryn, Tonya and Trinity Contatore of York, Nebraska and Nathan, Alison, Benjamin Kuhlman of Lincoln, Nebraska and Mollie and Jessie Kuhlman of Lincoln City, Oregon. Six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers and sister, Melvin Alloway and wife Donna of Muscatine, Iowa, Merlin Alloway of Wilton, Iowa and Margaret Allen of Springfield, Ohio along with a host of other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the Centennial Lutheran Church in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Richard Kelm officiating.
Music was “Asleep In Jesus”, “Ave Maria” and “I Know That My Redeemer Lives”, with Heather Dahl as organist. Special music was “Amazing Grace” with Gary Kuhlman as soloist.
Pallbearers were Ethan Johnson, Brian Johnson, Mark Contatore, Nathan Kuhlman, Ben Kuhlman, Tom Johnson and Chris Dittmer.
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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of David T. Hernandez

David T. Hernandez, the son of Felix and Alice (Victor) Hernandez, was born on November 10, 1954 at French Camp, California. He passed away on August 22, 2009 at Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital in Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 54 years, 9 months and 12 days.
David attended Fremont Middle School and Franklin High School in Stockton, California. He was united in marriage to Olivia Hernandez and two children were born to this union. They later divorced.
David lived in Stockton and Hanford, California; Belleville and Salina Kansas; and Superior, Nebraska. He enjoyed gardening, cooking and loved his family and friends.
David is preceded in death by his father, Felix and two half-brothers, Raul Ramos and Clemente Ramos.
Survivors include his mother, Alice Ramos; longtime friend and companion Cindy Carver of Superior, Nebraska; son, Robert Hernandez and daughter, Monique Hernandez all of Stockton, California; one grandson, Deionte J. Williams; and three half-sisters, Rosalee Avila, Alice Langston, and Virginia Garcia and two half brothers, Hector Ramos and Louis Ramos all of Stockton, California; other relatives and a host of friends.


Per David's wishes he was cremated and no service is scheduled.
Memorials suggested to Brodstone Memorial Hospital or Mary Lanning Memorial Hospice.
Megue-Price Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Eugene W. “Bud” Schultz

Eugene Woodrow “Bud” Schultz, the son of Ova and Martha (Rasmussen) Schultz, was born on December 9, 1918 on a farm south of Ruskin, Nebraska. He passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 90 years, 8 months and 6 days.
Bud attended the District #2 School and graduated from Ruskin High School with the class of 1936. He was baptized as an infant at the Danish Lutheran Church near Ruskin and confirmed in 1942 at Bethany Lutheran at Ruskin by the Rev. John Petersen.
On June 1, 1942 he was united in marriage to Geraldine Nelson at Lincoln, Nebraska and to this union was born four children.
Bud was a 67 year member of the Bethany Lutheran Church. During that time he served as President of the Congregation over two terms, a former church board member and a member
of the Danish Brotherhood Lodge #161 serving as president for 8 years. He had served a number of years on the District #2 and #6 school boards at Ruskin. He has been a member of the Spring Creek Cemetery Board, the Ruskin Volunteer Fire Department, the ASCS Committee, the Lions Club, Elks Club, helped with many city projects including the new side walks and installation of the air conditioning unit in the community hall, he was a former 4-H leader and he also coached
Little League Ball for several years. He sold Pioneer Seed for 23 years and enjoyed the business and friendships of his customers. He enjoyed farming using his favorite, John Deere equipment, dancing, always driving a Ford, and he and Gerry always took an active part in their children’s
and grandchildren’s activities in high school and college.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Madeline Schultz and two brothers, Wayne and Raymond.
He is survived by his wife Geraldine of Ruskin, Nebraska, his children, Yvonne Campbell and husband Jerry of Fairbury, Nebraska, Dianne Witwer and husband Kerry of Shingle Springs, California, Howard Schultz and wife Janice of Nelson, Nebraska and Ramona Kay Eickman and husband Michael of Ruskin, Nebraska; 16 grandchildren, Lori Gamman, Tyler,
Mitchell, Jason, Justin, Laura and Josh Witwer, Chris, Tony, Jeff, Kurt and Brian Schultz, Tracy Christiancy, Gina Olsen, Valerie Utecht, Ryan and Adam Eickman; 18 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, JoAnn Renz and husband Berdon (Cork) and two brothers, Edwin Schultz and wife Bert and Keith Schultz and wife Heral Jean all of Superior, Nebraska along with a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, Nebraska with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was
congregational hymns “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”, and “The Old Rugged Cross”, and “On Eagle’s Wings” and “The Lords Prayer” with Brad Schultz as soloist and Teresa
Christensen as organist.
Pallbearers were Tyler Mitchell, Jason Witwer, Justin Witwer, Josh Witwer, Chris Schultz, Tony Schultz, Jeff Schultz, Kurt Schultz, Brian Schultz, Ryan Eickman, Adam Eickman. Honorary Pallbearers were Lori Gamman Laura Witwer, and Tracy Christiancy, Gina Olson, and Valerie Utecht.
Interment was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, 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 Wilda Louise Pfeifer

Wilda was born December 12, 1926 to Fred and Lillie (Penn) Turman in Benkelman, Nebraska. She passed away on August 7, 2009 at Perkins Pavilion, Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 82 years.
She was a graduate of Benkelman High School and moved to Hastings in 1946. She was united in marriage to Arno Pfeifer on March 10, 1946 and he preceded her in death on April 8, 2004. She was a secretary and bookkeeper for Hastings Public Schools and also worked at the Martin Luther Thrift Shop.
Wilda was a member of First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, WELCA, Bible study groups and Cursillo.
Wilda was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Arno; grandson, Aaron Rabbe and two brothers.
Survivors include her daughters & sons-in-law: Linda and Don Rabbe of Lincoln, Nebraska, Lorraine and Jim Smith of Superior, Nebraska and Nadine and Bob Wiles of Alda, Nebraska; five grandchildren: Sandy Watkins, Jesse Smith, Mike Smith, Wade Wiles and Chad Wiles and three great-grandchildren: Holly and Mia Watkins and Macie Wiles.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings, Nebraska with Rev. Joel Remmers officiating.
Interment will be in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery rural Adams County in Hastings, 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 or www.lbvfh.com
Butler Volland Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Hastings, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.


Christian Biography of Leta Faye Reeve

Leta Faye Reeve, the daughter of Charles and Lillie (Jones) Daniel, was born on September 6, 1933 at Lone Grove, Oklahoma. She passed away on July 27, 2009 at her home in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 75 years, 9 months and 27 days.
Leta attended Ardmore Grade School and graduated from Ardmore High School in Oklahoma. She was united in marriage to Norman Reeve on June 19, 1953 in Ardmore, Oklahoma. This union was blessed with 3 children.
Norman was in the service so together they lived in many communities including,
Lone Grove, and Ardmore, Oklahoma; Colorado Springs, Fairbank and Anchorage, Alaska, Tacoma, Washington, Dover, Delaware, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ft. Walton Beach, Florida and making their home in Nelson, Nebraska.
Leta’s main purpose and passion in life were her children and grandchildren. Together Norman and Leta enjoyed camping all over the United States, fishing and spending time together.
Leta was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Norma Reeve and 3 sisters, Jewel McCullough, May Robinson and Charlene Daniel.
Survivors include her husband, Norman of Nelson, daughter, Nanette Jenkins of Cisco, Texas and son, Timothy of Nelson, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren: Amy Delany of Ft.
Worth, Texas, Megan Sunday of Hastings, Nebraska, Christal Riddle of Royal Palm Beach, Florida, Jerod Reeve of Nelson, Nebraska, and Melanie Reeve of Austin, Texas; 6 great-grandchildren: Christopher Riddle, Bryson Riddle of Royal Palm Beach, Florida, Claire, Anthony, and Sophia Delaney of Lincoln, Nebraska and Lillie Sunday of Hastings, Nebraska; two brothers, Leo Daniel of Longview, Texas, and Murrell Daniel and wife Lavern of Ardmore, Oklahoma; and one sister, Wanda McConnell of Ft. Worth, Texas; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Recorded music was ,”I’ll Fly Away,” “When We All See Jesus,” and “Holes In The Floor Of Heaven,” with Sherone Sader as organist.
Pallbearers were Mike Culbertson, Tom Wilson, Emil Stichka, Gary Warren, Jim Woerner and Gordon Farver . Honorary Pallbearers were Glen & Audrey Sunday,
Geraldine Stichka, Darlene Farver, Sharon Sole, and Becky Woerner.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, 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
Klawitter-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Ray William “Bill” Blackburn, 76 years of age, was born on the family farm in Harlan County, Nebraska on August 7, l932 and passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2009 at the Phelps Memorial Health Center in Holdrege. He was the youngest of three children born to Ray and Etta (Huston) Blackburn. He attended the Ragan community school, graduating salutatorian of his
class in l949 and receiving a Regent’s scholarship to the University of Nebraska. He also played baseball on the Holdrege Legion team and was baptized in the Ragan Baptist Church.
Bill joined the United States Navy on February 18, l952. After boot camp in San Diego, he attended Airman School in Norman, Oklahoma and Electronics School in Millington,
Tennessee. He was assigned to a VP-2 Squadron at Whidby Island, Washington and flew patrol missions from Alaska and Japan. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations
Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. He was honorably discharged from active duty in l956 and from reserve duty in l960.
On August 16, 1958, he married Barbara Ann Viren, daughter of Ernie and Margaret (Raile) Viren at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Holdrege. At the time of their marriage, he was
engaged in farming. Three children were born to their family; William Ernst, Thomas Michael, and Daniel Scott. Bill and his father-in-law built their home on 14th Avenue in l963. The Blackburn’s celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in August of 2008.
At the time of his marriage, Bill became a member of the Bethel Lutheran Church. He served as Trustee, usher, Luther League sponsor, Cub Master of Pack 212, on the Altar Guild and played on the church softball teams. In his later years, he very much enjoyed the men’s early morning Bible study.
Bill coached Little League baseball and basketball teams for 18 years, served on the Fire Department and Rescue Unit for nine years, and was Treasurer and Director of the Holdrege Rotary Club. He was a member of the Masonic Jachin Lodge #146 for fifty years and the Tehama Shrine. Other organizational memberships included the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled Veterans, BPOE, and the Jaycees.
In l959, Mr. Blackburn began working for the Kansas-Nebraska Gas Company. In l964, he decided to finish his education using the GI Bill. While a full-time student, he continued
working as a service man and a part time clerk for the J C Penny Store. He completed his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Education at Kearney State College in l969 and his Master of Science Degree in Business Education in l970. As a graduate assistant, he taught office machine classes at the college. His Educational Specialist Degree in Administration was completed in l980. He held a Professional Administrative and Supervisory Certificate for grades K-12, all districts, with endorsements as a Superintendent of Schools and Basic Business and General Office Education.
In l969 Mr. Blackburn began teaching as an Accounting Instructor at Central Technical Community College in Hastings, Nebraska. He became the Business Administrator for the South
Central Mental Health Center in Kearney, Nebraska in l974. He also served as the Phelps County
Superintendent of Education and the principal of Hastings Catholic Schools in Hastings, Nebraska. From l981 through l986, he served as superintendent of Republican City Schools in Republican City, Nebraska, until it closed. In l988, he became the superintendent of Dawson-Verdon Consolidated Schools in Dawson, Nebraska until his retirement. He enjoyed his tenure in small schools because of the close personal contact with students and family involvement. After his retirement in l993, he kept active as a substitute teaching in many area schools and occasionally helping the stage crews in the play productions directed by his wife.
As an administrator he served as chairman of the Advisory Council for E.S.U. 11, as well as chairman of its Committee for Pre-School Handicapped Children. He also served on the Advisory Council of E.S.U.#4 and state accreditation External visitation teams. He was a member of the American Association of School Administrators, Nebraska Council of School Administrators, Nebraska Rural Community School Association, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, the Nebraska School Board Association, the National Education Association, the Nebraska State Education Association, and the Central Technical Community College Education Association for which he was president and chief negotiator and was awarded its Spark Plug award for his leadership.
Although most of his professional life was spent in the field of education, he was also licensed in insurance sales and annuities, variable contracts, life, health, and accident. In retirement, he also worked planting trees for the Tri-Basin Natural Resource District, a job he enjoyed tremendously because of the opportunity to be outside and the pride he took in seeing the trees grow.
He enjoyed traveling with his family and helped his father-in-law in the construction of the family cabin at Johnson Lake. In 2008, he and his wife were crowned the King and Queen of
Swedish Days.
He leaves to mourn his wife Barbara Ann, daughter-in-law Christine Johnson of Columbus, Nebraska, and her children, Heidi Blackburn of Salina, Kansas, Molly Blackburn of Lincoln, Nebraska, Michael Blackburn of Omaha, Nebraska, and Lydia Johnson still at home; his son Tom Blackburn and his wife Norma of Superior, Nebraska, and their children Raile and Sierra; and his son Dan Blackburn and his wife Jillian of Burlington, New Jersey, and their children Piper, Hunter, and William. His sister Margie Lippstreu and her husband Stanley of Hastings, his sister Lucy Richardson and her husband Clint of Superior as well as other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, Bill was proceeded in death by his son William E. Blackburn; his father and mother- in-law Ernie and Margaret Viren.


Services at: Bethel Lutheran Church of Holdrege, Nebraska
Time of Services: Thursday July 23, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.
Officiating: Reverend David Sites
Visitation: 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at the Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege with the family greeting friends from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
A presentation of Masonic Rites will be delivered by the Jachin Lodge #146 A.F. & A.M. of Holdrege at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Interment: Prairie Home Cemetery in Holdrege.
A memorial has been established and will be designated at a later date.
Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at www.nelsonbauerfh.com.
The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home of Holdrege is in charge of arrangements.
Notice placed courtesy of family by their request.

Christian Biography of Margaret Wrench

Margaret Wrench, the daughter of Myrl and Mabel Meehan, was born on
September 7, 1924 at Wichita, Kansas. She passed away on July 17, 2009 at the Superior
Good Samaritan Society in Superior at the age of 84 years.
Margaret was baptized in Wichita, Kansas and confirmed at the Methodist Church
in Osborne, Kansas. She attended schools in Osborne and at the University of Nebraska at
Lincoln. She was united in marriage to William Duane Wrench on November 22, 1945 at
the Methodist Church in Superior, Nebraska and to this union was born one son, William
Gregory.
Margaret was a 46 year member of the Methodist Church in Superior, the
Methodist Circle, a former Girl Scout Leader and a member of the PEO. She enjoyed
playing Bridge and loved to golf.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her son William Gregory and two
sisters, Melba Youll and Margery Rising.
She is survived by her husband William Duane Wrench of Superior, Nebraska
along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Music was Instrumental “How Great Thou Art,” “Meditation From Thais” by
Jules Massenet performed by Kara Baxter on Violin and “The Lord’s Prayer” solo by Kara Baxter with Carlita Erickson as organist.
Interment 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 Grant Woodrow (Woody) Wilson

Grant Woodrow (Woody) Wilson, age 94, was born April 22, 1915 on a farm northeast of Mankato, KS. He was the youngest of three children born to Elzy Ephriam and Nettie Mae (Ahrens) Wilson. He passed away Tuesday evening, July 14, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital, Superior, NE.
Woody attended Steuben School through the 8th grade. He was needed to help on the family farm after his father suffered several strokes. He also worked for many neighboring farmers when they needed help.
He married Beulah Maxine Skinner on July 30, 1939 at the Skinner home south of Mankato. To this union, two sons were born, Walter L. Wilson and Philip R. Wilson. They would have celebrated 70 years of marriage July 30, 2009.
Over the years Woody served on the Richland Township Board, the Steuben School Board, and the Superior Rural Fire Department.
Besides farming, Woody loved to weld and did electrical work which was self-taught with help from Laurence Wilson, a good friend. He enjoyed reading, camping, traveling, and puttering in his shop on the farm. He took great pleasure in creating and building things for his young sons; i.e. push toys made from machinery sprockets, a garden tractor built from old car parts, a large six passenger sled that could be pulled behind a tractor or pickup.
Woody and Beulah retired from farming in 2001 and moved to the Wilde Ridge Estates in Superior, NE where they have lived the past eight years. Woody was preceded in death by his parents Elzy and Nettie Wilson, one brother Clifford Wilson and one sister Ruby McNabb. Survivors include his wife, Beulah, of the home, two sons, Walt (Peggy) of Mankato, KS , Philip (Wanda) of Longmont, CO and five grandchildren: Devin Wilson (Holli) of Lenexa, KS, Melanie Zoltenko (Lannin) of Superior, NE, Haley Wilson of Incline Village, NV, Justin Wilson of San Francisco, CA, Austin Wilson (Christina) of Longmont, CO, two step-grandchildren: Mason Thompson (Debraray) of Ft. Lupton, CO, Leah Jenkins (Jeff) of Longmont, CO, six great-grandchildren: Sam, Zach, Chandler, Taran, Louisa and Cecilia, and three step great-grandchildren: Nathan, Mackenzie and Jack.

Graveside services were held on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 4:00 PM from the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Mankato, Kansas with Missie Wilt and David Watters officiating.
Music was a solo “One Day At A Time”, by Wayne Fogo and a recording of “Just
Beyond the Moon.”
Pallbearers were Justin Wilson, Austin Wilson, Devin Wilson, Haley Wilson, Melanie Zoltenko and Lannin Zoltenko. Honorary pallbearers were Chrissie Ahrens, Roger Roe, Wylie Blair and Alvie Tyler.
Interment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Mankato,Kansas.
In lieu of flowers memorials suggested to the Wilde Ridge Estates.
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 George Lundy Hansen

George Lundy Hansen, the son of Nels and Anna (Christensen) Hansen was born on April 1, 1917 on a farm five miles southwest of Oak, Nebraska. He passed away on June 29, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 92 years, 2 months and 28 days.
George was the 8th of 11 children, while growing up on the farm he attended Miller school thru the 8th grade and graduated from Hardy High School. He was baptized in 1921 and confirmed in 1932 at the Lutheran Church at Hardy. He was united in marriage to Ardeth Davidson on December 24, 1943 at Oberlin, Kansas. This union was blessed with three sons.
George was a member of the Agricultural Board, Hardy Coop Board for 8 years, Superior Coop Board for 8 years, serving as President for 4 years, Nuckolls County Board, Hardy School Board serving 2 terms and as President for 4 years, Hardy Union Church Council and the Baptist Church Council in Superior. He was a 25 year member of the First Baptist Church, Superior, Nebraska.
George enjoyed hunting, especially big game hunting in Wyoming, he liked to read in his pastime and farming was his life.
Preceding him in death were his parents, son Dennis, six brothers, Hans, Oscar, Einer, Einer-Victor, Rasmus and Lee and four sisters, Marie Sorensen, Christina Lake, Buella Hansen and Lillian Klingsmith.
Survivors include his wife Ardeth of Hardy, Nebraska, and two sons, Milan and wife Debra of Lincoln, Nebraska and Lee and wife Vonia of Superior, Nebraska; seven grandchildren, Jenny Mason of Gibbon, Nebraska, Marsha Christensen of Otis, Colorado, Ben Hansen of Washington, D.C., Jake Hansen of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Chad Hansen of Superior, Nebraska, Holly Hansen of Lincoln, Nebraska and Richard Hansen; eight great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Floyd Richardson officiating. Music was congregational hymn “Love Lifted Me”, and “Abide With Me”, solo sung by Ben Hansen and JoAnn Edwards as organist.
Pallbearers were Jenny Mason, Marsha Christensen, Ben Hansen, Jake Hansen, Chad Hansen, and Holly Hansen. Honorary Pallbearers were Wes Cassens, Doug Cassens, Dana Jones and Alan Jones.
Interment 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 Doris Wrench Blauvelt

Doris Blauvelt, 89, died Thursday afternoon in her room at the Superior Good Samaritan Center. The daughter of William D. and Grace (Coleman) Wrench, she was born at Superior Hospital on Feb. 2, 1920.
She attended Superior Schools where she played in the band, served as editor of The Flashlight and was president and valedictorian of the Class of 1938. Following high school, she attended Chillicothe Business College until being called home to serve as a personal secretary for James Norgaard, general manager of the Farmers Union
Cooperative Creameries.
After a courtship that began in high school, she married a classmate, Roy C. Blauvelt, on March 21, 1941. Together they built a new house and made their home near Blauvelt's Station located on the hill south of Superior until the business was sold. They moved into Superior on April 1, 1972. Until her death, when she spoke of home, she referred to the house on the hill.
She was employed in the Superior office of Mid America Dairymen when she took early retirement and began traveling with Roy. They visited most of the states and maintained a winter home in Texas for 30 years.
With the arrival of World War II, she left her job at the creamery and went to Florida to be with Roy who was serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. She followed him to Las Vegas and then to the new air base at Yuma, Ariz. There she was a civil service employee working on the base. As the war concluded, she returned to Superior to await the birth of their only child, William A. Blauvelt.
As youngsters, both Roy and Doris attended Superior’s United Methodist Church.
After WWII, they began attending the Olive Hill Church. She was a member of the Olive Hill Ladies Aid, served with Roy as a youth fellowship sponsor and taught Bible and Sunday school classes.
She scheduled her vacation time at the creamery so she was available to help with the family fireworks stand. Doris liked to stay busy and enjoyed handwork projects.
Survivors include her husband, Roy (Bussie); one son, Bill, and his wife, Rita, Superior; a sister, Marjorie Palmer, and her husband, Maurice, Albion; and a brother, William Duane Wrench, and his wife, Margaret, Superior. Her parents preceded her in death.

Funeral services were held on Sunday, June 28, 2009 at 2:30 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with David Watters
officiating. Music was a duet, “In The Garden” and a solo “Blessed Assurance”, with Gloria Garman-Schlaefli and Bev Frost as vocalists and Lynn Wilton as organist.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials are suggested to the Olive Hill Church.
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 Erma Ferguson King

Superior lost a long time resident with the passing of Erma Ferguson King on June 22, 2009. She married Oran King of this city in 1935 and has lived here since that time having spent her remaining years at Superior Good Samaritan Society. She was 97 years old.
Born on a farm south of Hebron, Nebraska on June 26, 1911, Erma moved with her family to Hebron where she grew up. She graduated from Hebron High School in 1928 and Hebron College and Academy in 1930. Her college degree was in elementary education and she taught in Alexandria, Nebraska until she married. She also was a teacher for Superior Public Schools.
Erma married Oran King of Superior on April 20, 1935. He preceded her in death in August 1983. During their 48 year marriage, they were involved in many civic projects. They also enjoyed traveling to many destinations both in this country and to Europe. However, their first love was to Superior and they were always anxious to return to their home and their many friends.
Erma was a member of many local groups including, Eastern Star, and the Daughters of the Nile. She was a member of the United Methodist Church where she was active in the choir and women’s group, Brodstone Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the Superior Country Club and the Evergreen Cemetery board.
Erma thoroughly enjoyed music. She was an accomplished pianist and soloist. She enjoyed being a member of the Treble Clef, a women’s choral group that begun in 1923 and performed in Superior in the 40's and 50's and was directed at one time by Arabelle Hanna. Erma also sang at numerous funerals and always considered that a great honor.
She was an avid reader and a devoted bridge player. She loved her many friends but most of all she lived for her family.
Erma is survived by her daughter, Karalyn of Sun Lakes, Arizona and grandson, Greg of Scottsdale, Arizona one brother, Hank and his wife Dottie of Houston, Texas; nieces Barbara Bacon Cecile of Tucson, Arizona and Gloria Ferguson Anderson of
Pocotello, Idaho and nephews Tom Bacon of Payson, Arizona, and Gary Ferguson of Elkhorn, Nebraska; other relatives and a host of friends.
Erma is preceded in death by her husband Oran, parents Mable and H.C. Ferguson, brothers, Tommy and Gene and a sister Margaret.


Graveside services were held on Friday, June 26, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the Evergreen Cemetery in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating.
Music was an Elvis recording of “How Great Thou Art.”
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Erma Ferguson King Memorial
Fund for children’s books at the Superior Public Library.
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 Harold M. Bishop

Harold M. Bishop, the son of Francis and Jessie Bell (Edwards) Bishop, was born on October 18, 1919 at Salina, Kansas. He passed away on June 10, 2009 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri at the age of 89 years, 7 months and 23 days.
Harold was an accountant for the U.S. Government. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, De Soto,
Missouri, the Spirit of St. Louis Barbershop chorus and the VFW Post #1831.
He was preceded in death by her parents, and first wife, Wanda V. (Osborne) Bishop, sisters, Beth Wilson and Varda Bishop and brothers, Paul and David Bishop.
Survivors include his wife, Geraldine “Jackie” (Wood) Ponzar Bishop of De Soto, Missouri; son, Richard Bishop of De Soto, Missouri, and three step-children, Regina Casey and husband Earl of Bloomsdale, Missouri, Rick Ponzar and wife Terry of Festus, Missouri and George Ponzar and wife Cheryl of Cadet, Missouri, two sisters, Fleta Butler of Scappoos, Oregon and Marian Schrock of Hoxie, Kansas; 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, June 15, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the First United Methodist Church, DeSota, Missouri with Rev. Jan Reimers officiating.
Inurnment was in the Fairview Cemetery near Webber, Kansas in Jewell County.
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 Iiliff Marvin Banks

Iiliff Marvin Banks, the son of Clarence I. and Lela Pearl (Haney) Banks, was born on May 17, 1912 east of Republic, Kansas on a farm. He passed away on June 9, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 97 years.
Along with his two sisters, Velda and Vada, this was his home until he moved to Belleville for three years during his early teens. The family then returned to the family farm east of Republic. He attended the schools of Center Valley Grade School (later known as Morehead), Belleville, and Republic High School.
His marriage to Lena Maria Helgena Hofts took place April 28, 1935 in Lake City, Iowa with his uncle Rev. Lewis Bowser as minister. Vada Banks, sister, and Leonard Davidson stood up for the couple. After their marriage, Lena and Iiliff lived four miles east of Republic for one and half years followed by five and half years just a mile and half south of Byron, Nebraska. In 1942 they purchased the farm two and half miles southwest of Superior, Nebraska where they resided the rest of their lives.
The Superior School Board, Farmer Union Coop Board, and Dairyman's Association Board were just a few of his many activities. Iiliff's main hobby was working on his farm. After Iiliff's retirement in 1976, Iiliff and Lena traveled for 27 years to Harlingen, TX in the winter and Estes Park, Colorado in the summer. While in Texas, they enjoyed visiting, exercising, cards, dances, and basketball games.
Iiliff was a dairy farmer-milking as many as 160 cows at one time. He also fed beef cattle, raised crops, and was a salesman for seed corn and Burr Grinders.
Iiliff was a member of and baptized in the United Brethren Church of Republic, Kansas. In 1942 after moving to Superior, he became a member of the Olive Hill Church for 57 years.
Iiliff was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Lena, in 2003; his parents, Clarence and Pearl; his sisters, Velda Millen and husband Howard, and Vada Davidson and husband Leonard; and Nate Tietjen, his grandson.
He is survived by his children Marvin Banks and Sally of Socorro, of New Mexico, Armona Stineman and Dan of Clarksville, Tennessee, Elaine Miller and Howard of Hardy, Nebraska, Arlene Tietjen and Martin of Superior, Nebraska. Grandchildren and great grandchildren, Molly and Dan Matthews of Oak Park, California and children, Tonalee, Devin, Victoria, and twins, Sophia and Olivia, Brad Banks of Socorro, New Mexico, Jon and Candace Stineman and daughters, Anna and Alison of Vine Grove, Kentucky, Susan and James Nelson, Rick, Taylor, and Samantha of Lincoln, Nebraska,Rex Miller and daughter, Morgan of Washington D.C., Jill and Russ Duplessis of Superior, Nebraska, Jake and Kendra Miller and daughter, Hazel-Mildenhall AFB, England, Luke Miller of Hardy, Nebraska and Stuart and Mary Tietjen, Trent, Emily and Lauren of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Graveside services were held on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the Union Valley Cemetery in Republic, Kansas with David Watters officiating. Music was congregational hymn “Mansion Over The Hilltop”, and “In The Garden,” “We Shall See Jesus,” and “The Old Rugged Cross” recordings by Grateful Heart- (Eric and Arlen Davidson.)
Honorary Pallbearers were his grandchildren; Molly Matthews, Brad Banks, Susan Nelson, Jon Stineman, Rex Miller, Jill Duplessis, Jake Miller, Luke Miller and Stuart Tietjen.
Interment was in the Union Valley Cemetery at Republic, 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.


Christian Biography of Loyce Launita Warren

Loyce Launita Warren, the daughter of Emory Lloyd and Emma (Garman) Mills, was born on January 15, 1933 on a farm near Burr Oak, Kansas. She passed away on June 8, 2009 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 76 years, 4 months and 24 days.
Loyce attended country school near Burr Oak, Kansas while growing up. She was united in marriage to LaVerne Warren on October 26, 1963 at Superior, Nebraska. This union was blessed with a son and daughter.
Loyce was a homemaker, she loved her dogs and all animals. Her hobbies included sewing and crocheting. She collected salt and pepper shakers and red ornamental birds, especially cardinals. She lived for her grandchildren, they were her life.
Loyce was preceded in death by her parents, husband LaVerne on August 24, 2005; sister, Shirley Irene Mills and infant brother, Merrett Clarence.
Survivors include her son, Gary Warren and wife Dolores of Nelson, Nebraska and daughter, Jenelle Bohling and husband Ryan of Byron, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren, Danny Warren, Zachary Bohling, Abigail Bohling, Trenton Bohling and Samantha
Bohling; sisters, Wanda Wyatt of Superior, Nebraska, and Marietta Nickell of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and brothers, Richard “Tex” Mills and wife Linda of Concordia, Kansas, Lloyd Mills, Jr. and wife Pauline of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Howard Mills and wife Samantha of Hebron, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, June 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dave Coleman officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Darrell Heitmann, Travis Mills, Vince Gropp, Dwight Sole, Jerry Wyatt, and Greg Wilton. Honorary Pallbearers were her grandchildren: Danny Warren, Zachary Bohling, Abigail Bohling, Trenton Bohling and Samantha Bohling.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorial 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 Blanche Bargen

Blanche Marie Bargen, the daughter of Raymond and Nellie (Burns) Wood, was born on October 19, 1925 on a farm near Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on June 3, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 83 years.
Blanche grew up attending Pleasant Valley Country School, and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1944. She was baptized on March 6, 1952 at the First Methodist Church and confirmed on December 18, 1953 at Salem Lutheran Church being a member of Salem Lutheran Church rural Superior, Nebraska.
Blanche was united in marriage to Orlin Bargen on November 8, 1953 at Salem Lutheran Church, rural Superior, Nebraska. This union was blessed with three children.
Blanche was an employee of The Superior Publishing Company since the fall of 1944 and retired after 50 years with the title of society and general news editor. She was a member of the Nebraska Press Women, past president and served as secretary two years, Superior Business and Professional Women’s Club, Superior Unit of National Association of Parliamentarians, Superior Eagles Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Eagles Club founding member of 56 years, former member of Superior City Planning Commission, serving 12 years and Salem Lutheran Church Circle II. She enjoyed photography.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband, Orlin of Superior, Nebraska, daughters Linda Bargen and husband Jerry Holtorf of Lincoln, Nebraska, Judy Baker and husband Kelly, and son Vaughn Bargen all of Superior, Nebraska; two grandchildren, Casey Voichoskie
and husband Corey and Chelsea Baker; other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 6, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Salem Lutheran Church in Rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Harold Stromer officiating.
Music was “Beyond The Sunset” duet by Alfred and Janell Hansen, and congregational hymns “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” and “Go My Children With My Blessing,” with Sonia Schmidt as organist.
Pallbearers were Lynn Bargen, Kevin Bargen, Lonnie Bargen, Kent Bargen, Steve Bargen, and Chad Wood. Honorary Pallbearers were Vic Bargen, Daryl Wilton, Ron Wilton, Denny Wilton, Terry Bargen and Lowell Bargen.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, 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 Carolyn K. Gourley

Carolyn K Gourley, the daughter of Martin and Zola (Erkenbrach) Johnson, was born on April 30, 1939 in Hardy, Nebraska. She passed away on May 16, 2009 at her home in Longmont, Colorado at the age of 70 years, and 15 days.
Carolyn graduated from Republic, Kansas High School in 1957. She then married Lonnie Gourley on June 28, 1957 in Republic, Kansas at the Methodist Church by Rev. Lowel Thomas. On June 28, 2007 they celebrated fifty happy years of marriage. Together they moved to Longmont, Colorado from Nebraska in 1976.
Carolyn worked as a receptionist in the medical insurance field, and also the high tech industry where she held numerous positions before retiring in 2003.
She was a member of the United Methodist Church; and enjoyed reading,
walking, music especially Elvis Presley, spending time with friends over coffee, traveling and cooking.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Reverend Robert G. Johnson.
She is survived by her husband Lonnie of Longmont; one sister, JoAnn Eggers and her husband Kenny of Chester, Nebraska and many nieces and nephews.



Graveside services were held on Friday, June 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Lake Cemetery in Republic, Kansas with Pastor Joyce Beam officiating.
Inurnment was in the Lake Cemetery at Republic, Kansas.
Memorials may go to Republic Methodist Church PO Box 96, Republic, 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.


Christian Biography of Benjiman Erwin Sweet

Benjiman Erwin Sweet, the son of Harry and Gertrude (Dick) Sweet, was born on November 7, 1920 in Republic County, Kansas So. Hardy, Nebraska. He passed away on May 29, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 88 years 6 months and 22 days.
Ben attended Rosemound country school and graduated from Hardy High School in 1938. He played in the first 6 man football game and was designated All American. He was united in marriage to Corabelle Stewart on March 31, 1944 at Republic, Kansas. This union was blessed with a son, Dennis.
On March 24, 1944, Ben was inducted into the United States Marine Corps, serving as an instructor pilot during WW II, he was stationed in Pensacola, Florida, Dallas, Texas, Miami Florida and Corpus Christi, Texas, and was honorably discharged on February 3, 1946 with a First Lieutenant rank.
Ben & Corabelle farmed south of Hardy, Nebraska all their life, until their health failed. They entered the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska in March of 2006.
Ben was a member of the Republic Masonic Lodge serving as Master, and District Deputy Grand Master, Hardy American Legion serving as commander twice, and Hardy Farmer’s Union Coop Board member for 17 years. Ben was a handyman, mechanic and builder, who enjoyed fixing things around the farm.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Corabelle on October 21, 2008, and his brother, Everett Sweet.
He is survived by his son, Dennis of Rumney, New Hampshire and two
grandchildren, Laura Sweet and Chris Sweet, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the Union Church in Hardy, Nebraska with Pastor Lance Shafer officiating. Music was “Jesus-Name Above All Names,” and “How Great Thou Art,” with Jeff Jensby as soloist and Heather Dahl as organist.
Pallbearers were Glenn Edwards, Monty Dahl, Ralph Clark, Dan Corman, Mark Stenson, and James Zoltenko. Honorary Pallbearers were Wilmer Bouray, and Ray Clark.
Interment was in the Rosemound Cemetery at So. Hardy, Nebraska.
Memorials suggested to the Union Church, 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 Josephine M. Fitzgerald

Josephine Mary Fitzgerald, the daughter of Joseph and Verda (Demaray) McGinness, was born on January 18, 1926 on a farm near Alexandria, Nebraska. She passed away on May 23, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society Village in Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 83 years, 4 months and 5 days.
Josephine attended schools at Alexandria and Nelson, Nebraska and attended Kearney State College where she earned her teachers certificate. She was united in marriage to Donald Fitzgerald on December 22, 1956 at Angus, Nebraska. She taught school before her marriage and worked part time at the Brodstone Memorial hospital. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Superior, the ABW Ministries and Christian Women.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Donald on December 31, 2006, sisters, Twila Carlson and Eunice Brooks and brothers, Eugene and Donnivan McGinness.
She is survived by her three children, Teresa Hammond of Eagle, Nebraska, Darrel Fitzgerald and wife Sharon of Lincoln, Nebraska and Joyce Hamilton and husband Kenneth of Glenvil, Nebraska, seven grandchildren and 1 great-grandson, sisters, Lila Brown of Nelson, Nebraska and Jennie Mae Scoville of Rising Star, Texas along with a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Rev. Floyd Richardson officiating. Music was “I’ll Fly Away” and “Unclouded Day” with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Betty Schott as organist.
Pallbearers were Jordan Fitzgerald, Gabriel Fitzgerald, Daniel Conway, Jim Fitzgerald, Arnold Brown, and Shannon Wagner. Honorary pallbearer was Fred Huffman.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Good Samaritan Society, Perkins 300 Wing of Hastings, 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 Dorothy Ferebee

Dorothy Belle Ferebee, the twin daughter of Ernest and Louvinia (Moon)Wroughton, was born on March 20, 1920 on the home place north of Nelson, Nebraska. She passed away on May 14, 2009 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 89 years, 1 month and 24 days.
Dot, as she was known, was baptized as a teenager at the United Brethern Church five miles north of Nelson, and when it dissolved, transferred to the Nelson Presbyterian Church. She than became a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ. She graduated from Nelson High School in 1937.
Dot was united in marriage to Joseph Goodrich Ferebee on August 13, 1939 at her parents’ home north of Nelson. This union was blessed with two daughters Suzanne Jane and Barbara Jean.
She lived most of her life in and around Nelson, except three years at Neah Bay, Washington. They farmed for many years north of Nelson, later moving into town in 1979.
In 1989 Dot and Joe celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
She was active in church and community affairs, and was a member of the Nelson Chapter P.E.O, past patron and 50 year member of the Nelson Chapter 27 Order of the Easter Star, Home Improvement Club, and Peace Circle. She also was a 4-H leader, Sunday school teacher and church organist for many years.
Dot was preceded in death by her parents, husband Joe on May 6, 1991; twin sister, Theda Kramer and infant sister Audrey, brothers Wayne and Junior “J.B.”; and son-in-law Michael Clabaugh.
She is survived by her daughters, Suzanne Mosier and husband Wayne of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Barbara (Clabaugh) Pugh and husband Ken of Bartlett, Illinois; 2 grandchildren, Alicia (Mosier) Chesser and husband Steve, and Adam Clabaugh; 2 step-granddaughters, Melissa Pugh and Amanda (Pugh) Stout; 3 great-grandchildren, Peter, Audrey and John Chesser; brother-in-law, Vaden Kramer of Nelson, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Memorial services were held on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was congregational hymns “How Great Thou Art” “In The Garden,” and “Amazing Grace,” with Carlita Erickson as the organist. Tributes by Suzanne Mosier and Barbara Pugh and the Eastern Star Service conducted by the Nelson Chapter 27.
Inurnment at a later date 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 Merlin Luben

Merlin Walter Luben, the son of Charles and Grace (Sanks) Luben, was born on February 12, 1912 at Clearwater, Nebraska. He passed away on May 11, 2009 at the Nelson Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 97 years, 2 months and 30 days.
Merlin attended District 7 school in Antelope County. He served in the United States Army from November of 1939 to June of 1945. He was united in marriage to Muriel Fraka On April 12, 1945 in Inman, Nebraska. This union was blessed with three children.
Merlin was a 35 year member of the First Community Church, also the AFLCIO Union and the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Melvin and Donald and two sisters, Doris Boyce, and Shirley.
Survivors include his wife, Muriel of Oak, Nebraska; sons Gary Luben and Dean Luben and wife Cindy all of Oak and one daughter, LeeAnn Schutte of Hastings, Nebraska; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, one brother, Raymond and wife Iva of Fremont, Nebraska and one sister, Erma Gruhn and husband Don of Inman, Nebraska; other relatives and a host of friends.


Services at: First Community Church, Oak, Nebraska
Time of Service: Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Clergy: Pastor Steve Matthews
Burial with Full Military Rites: Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak, Nebraska
Memorials to: 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
Visitation: Friends may call or stop by Thursday 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Friday 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Klawitter-Price Funeral Home in Nelson
Funeral Home: Klawitter-Price Funeral Home, 446 S. Main, Nelson, NE 68961,
402-225-3301

Christian Biography of Stella H. Polage

Stella Helen Polage, the daughter of Henry and Gertrude (Kujuth) George, was born on September 13, 1923 at Fairbury, Nebraska. She passed away on April 30, 2009 at her home in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 85 years, 7 months and 17 days.
Stella graduated from Belvidere High School. She was united in marriage to Walter H. Polage on October 18, 1941 at Marysville, Kansas. Shortly after their marriage Walter entered the United States Army and she lived in Kentucky for two years. Upon returning home they farmed for many years near Hebron, Nebraska and then five miles west of Nelson, Nebraska.
Together they loved to camp and fish at Lovewell Lake and did so for over 40 years. Stella loved birds, country music and her soap operas. She was an immaculate housekeeper, and liked to cook, can, sew and tend to her family needs. Her hobby includes crocheting and she loved to shop.
Preceded in death by her parents, husband Walter on April 6, 2008; brother, Stanley George and sister May Harms.
Survivors include sons Ronald Polage and wife Laurie of Altona, Illinois, Darold Polage of Des Moines, Iowa and daughter, Sharilyn Briggs and husband Allan of Louisville, Nebraska; 5 grandchildren, David Polage of Chicago, 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 and wife Samantha of Colorado Springs, Colorado; nieces, nephews other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “How Great Thou Art” solo by Stephanie Thayer and “ In The Garden” recording by Alan Jackson with Serone Sader as the accompanist.
Pallbearers were Ron Polage, Darold Polage, Dustin Polage, and Allan Briggs.
Interment was in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Hebron, Nebraska at 2:00 PM
Memorials suggested to the Nelson Community United Church of Christ.
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 Velma Wilson

Velma Genevieve Payne Wilson, the daughter of Noble and Laura Payne, was born on October 3, 1915 near Guide Rock, Nebraska. She passed away on April 30, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 93 years.
Velma grew up on the family farm SW of Guide Rock, Nebraska with brother Albert and sister Opal. She attended school at District 36 in Webster County, Nebraska.
Velma and Luther Wilson were married at Beloit, Kansas on September 6, 1933. Two sons, Ardean Alvin and Gerry Allen were born to this union. Velma and Luther operated their bakery in Guide Rock from 1933 to 1942, then moved to a farm north of Mankato, Kansas on the White Rock Creek until Luther’s death on July 27, 1968.
Velma was an Avon Representative in the Burr Oak area for 17 years. She moved to Grand Island, Nebraska after Luther’s death where she worked at the Skagway Department Store. Velma moved to Superior in 1970 where she worked as a cook at North Ward and the Superior High School for 20 years.
Velma was a member of the Burr Oak Methodist Church and belonged to a
number of clubs. She enjoyed dancing, playing cards and socializing with her friends. She loved her family and enjoyed cooking for the students in the Superior schools.
Preceding her in death were her beloved husband Luther; oldest son, Ardean; her parents; brother Albert and sister Opal Hoskins.
Left to remember Velma are son Gerry and wife Carolyn of Grand Island,
Nebraska; grandson, Kent Wilson and great granddaughter Elizabeth of Prairie Village, Kansas; granddaughter, Lynette Wilson Shultz and husband Jeff and three great
granddaughters, Ann, Erin and Cady of Owasso, Oklahoma, Ardean’s wife Louise of Sheridan, Wyoming and two nephews, Ronald Payne and Lindell Hoskins and their families; great great grandson Caelin Shultz; other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Melissa Wilt officiating.
Recorded music selections of “How Great Thou Art,” “Amazing Grace,” and “The Dance” were played.
Pallbearers were Walt Wilson, Gary Garman, Kent Wilson, Jeff Shultz and Mike Hoskins.
Interment was in the Burr Oak Cemetery at Burr Oak, 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.


Christian Biography of Ted Jensen

Theodore Jacob Jensen, the son of Harold and Doris (Cleveland) Jensen was born on August 1, 1952 at Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on April 22, 2009 at Kearney Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska at the age of 56 years.
Ted grew up in Superior one of five children and he graduated from Superior High School in 1971. He attended Central Tech College in Hastings, Nebraska after graduating. He was baptized in the Baptist Church, Superior, Nebraska, and later joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Grand Island. He was united in marriage to Sandra Jepson on October 17, 1977 at Concordia, Kansas. This union was blessed with two daughters, Amanda and Ashlee.
Ted lived in the communities of Superior, Nelson, Hastings before making his home with Sandy in Grand Island. Ted was employed at the Monforts and Great Lakes Aviation until his retirement due to illness.
Ted served in the Armed Forces and was a member of the Veterans Club of Grand Island. He enjoyed fishing, reading his scriptures, writing stories, and spending time on his computer. His family and especially his grandchildren were an important part of his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Joseph Jensen and sister, Nancy Newell.
He is survived by his wife Sandy, daughters, Amanda Baetz and husband Travis and Ashlee Jensen and Manuel Gaspar all of Grand Island, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Kendra and Aedyn Baetz and Laila and Chloe Gaspar and two sisters, Eva Deterding and husband Owen of York, Nebraska and Sally Jaworski and husband Jim; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Recorded music was “Angels Among Us,” “ Here Comes Goodbye,” “Daddy's Hands,” and “When I Get Where I’m Going.”
Pallbearers were Travis Baetz, Manuel Gaspar, Shawn Jensen, Aaron Newell, Owen Deterding and Peter Xuncax. Honorary Pallbearers were Aedyn “Rooster Cogburn,” Kendra “Boogy Baby”, Laila “Peanut”, Chloe “Smiley”, Lance Deterding, and Tony Aksamit.
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 or to the family.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Mary Gene Hamel Enghoff

Mary Gene Hamel Enghoff, the daughter of James Robert and Mabel (Shreves) Steele, was born on August 16, 1917 at Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on April 12, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 91 years, 7 months and 26 days.
Mary attended the Superior Public Schools and graduate from Superior High School. She was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church in Superior. In 1935 she was united marriage to Kenneth Ward Hamel and to this union three children were born. Ward passed way on December 11, 1964. She was united in marriage to Theodore Enghoff on March 23, 1967. Theodore also preceded her in death on July 18, 1996. Mary was a Gray Lady Hospital Volunteer, a member of the Rebekka’s, and she also worked at the Brodtone Memorial Hospital in the office for 25 years. She was a avid fan of Nebraska Husker Football.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ward and her husband Theodore, brothers, Carl Steele, George Steele and sisters, Roberta Everet, Lola Katz and Helen Bottenfield.
She is survived by her children, Barbara Tucker and husband Lloyd of Farmington, New Mexico, Linda Silverstein and husband Richard of Aurora, Colorado and Jim Hamel and wife Melanie of Front Royal, Virginia. Six grandchildren, Dee Corey, Wesley Tucker, Angela Matzke, Scott Hamel, Susan Hamel and Vanessa Hamel. Seven great-grandchildren. One sister, Connie McBroom and husband Bill of Riverton, Wyoming along with many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Dorthea Fairbanks officiating. Instrumental music “Amazing Grace,” “The Old Rugged Cross,” and “Nearer My God To Thee,” with Carlita Erickson as the organist.
Pallbearers were Larry Striggow, Dave Christiancy, Calvin Hayes, Frank Langer, Bruce Renz and Kent Christiancy.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go in care of the Superior Good Samaritan Society.
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 Mary Frances Flickinger

Mary "Frances" Flickinger, the daughter of Franklin Pierce and Mary Golden (Bales) Linville, was born on October 28, 1915 at her parents log cabin near Stet, Missouri. She passed away on April 11, 2009 at the Nelson Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 93 years, 5 months and 13 days.
Frances attended country schools near Nelson and graduated from Nelson High School. She was baptized on Easter, April 10, 1950, at Beatrice, Nebraska by Rev. Lambe. She was a 60 year member of the Presbyterian Church in attending in Hastings and Superior, Nebraska. She was married to Harvey Nelson and to this union a son was born, Ron. She was later divorced. On November 17, 1938 she was united in marriage to
Myrl O. Flickinger and to this union a daughter was born, Mitzi. Frances and Myrl lived for 7 years in Fargo, North Dakota, then moving to Superior where they lived for 14 years. She then resided in Hastings until entering the Nelson Good Samaritan Society in 2003.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harvey, her husband Myrl and two brothers, Floyd and Kenneth Linville.
She is survived by her daughter Mitzi Michels and husband Dale of Superior, Nebraska and son Ron Linville of Spokane, Washington. One granddaughter, Shelly Butler and husband Scott, two great grandchildren, Whitney Butler and Cody Butler all of Superior along with a host of other relatives and friends.


Funeral services were held on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “How Great Thou Art”, solo by Stephanie Thayer, “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” piano solo by Whitney Butler and prelude and postlude “The Story Of Perfect Love.”
Pallbearers were Dale Michels, Scott Butler, Cody Butler, John Sullivan, Jim Butler and John McConnaughhay.
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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.

Christian Biography of Ralph F. Bottenfield

Ralph Forrest Bottenfield, the son of Forrest and Lucinda (Heltzel) Bottenfield, was born on October 20, 1907 at Nelson, Nebraska. He passed away on April 9, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 101 years, 5 months and 19 days.
Ralph attended grade school and graduated from Nelson High School with the class of 1926. As a teenager Ralph played the saxophone in a dance band called the “Blue Chasers” and that is where he met his soon to be wife, Helen Steele and on November 7,
1930 at Mankato, Kansas they were married. This union was blessed with a son and daughter.
In 1951, he and his family moved to Idaho Springs, Colorado, where he owned and operated a dry-cleaning establishment. He retired in 1969, and he and Helen moved back to Nelson in 1973. After retirement, they visited nearly every state in their travel trailer.
Throughout the years Ralph worked as a plumber, mechanic and was the deputy Nuckolls County Clerk and he also helped in the County Treasure’s Office.
He resided in the home he and Helen had lived in since 1976, until just recently he entered the Nelson Good Samaritan Society. Ralph maintained his independence, he
mowed his own grass, still drove his car and played golf two or three times a week and enjoyed card games with the youngsters.
Ralph was a member of the Nelson Community United Church of Christ and the Nelson Masonic Lodge.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Helen on August 22, 2006; his son, Ralph L. Bottenfield, two brothers, Fred and Cliff and one sister, Helen Consbrook.
Survivors include his daughter, Marilyn Green and husband Charles of Vashon Island, Washington; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews
other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Nelson Community United Church of Christ in Nelson, Nebraska with Rev. Dr. Stephen Berry officiating. Music was “In The Garden”, with Debra Garrison as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist. Masonic services were conducted by the Masonic Lodge #77.
Pallbearers were Alvin Schott, Royce Schott, Kenneth Hamel, Russ Snyder, Ward Chapman and Roger Williams.
Interment was in the Nelson Cemetery at Nelson, Nebraska.
Memorials may go towards the Nelson Volunteer Rescue and Fire Department.
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 Lester R. McCord

Lester R McCord, the son of Ralph and Albena (Tuma) McCord, was born on January 17, 1925 at Fairbury, Nebraska. He passed away on April 9, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska at the age of 84 years, 2 months and 23 days.
Lester was one of 11 children, he attended country school in Fairbury. He enlisted with the Unites States Army on April 4, 1945 serving as a medic and was honorably discharged on November 30, 1946 earning the Asiatic Pacific campaign medal, WWII victory medal and the Army of occupation medal.
Lester was united in marriage to Ina Jean Nicholson on June 28, 1947 at Belleville, Kansas. This union was blessed with two sons.
Lester managed the Nelson Ideal Market from 1956 to 1960, then purchased the Nelson Food Center and operated it until 1991. He was a past president of the Nelson Chamber of Commerce, former Nelson City Council member, Charter member of the Nelson Country Club and a current member of the Nelson United Community Church of Christ, Superior Elks Club, Kiwainas Club, VFW and the Legion Club in Nelson.
Lester lived in the communities of Fairbury, Hastings, Superior and Nelson.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Russell and Charles; and four sisters, Donna Stauss, Betty Rothhammer, Bessie McCord and Wyla Kohin.
Survivors include his wife Jean of Nelson, sons, Michael of Olathe, Kansas and Rodney and wife Donna Ostdiek of Nelson, Nebraska; three grandchildren, Sean McCord, Ryan McCord and Sam McCord; sisters, Letha Achtemeier of Fairbury, Nebraska, Leona Kaltenbeger and husband Stan and Dottie Boothe and husband Larry all of Lincoln, Nebraska and one brother, Delmar McCord and wife Barbara Thorson of Hastings, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Graveside memorial services were held on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 1:30 PM
from the Fairbury City Cemetery in Fairbury, Nebraska with Rev. Warren Schoming officiating.
Inurnment with full military rites was in the Fairbury City Cemetery at Fairbury 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, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Hans Christensen

Hans was born on March 11, 1916 at a farm one mile west of Abdal, Nebraska to Mads and Anna Christensen. He lived on this farm until 1923 when the family moved to
Denver Colorado for one year. They returned to a farm with a Bostwick, NE address in 1924. Hans attended grade schools at Abdal and rural Pleasant Ridge as well as Superior High School. Hans married Lillian Hansen from Hardy on February 22, 1941. They
resided on a farm near Bostwick, NE until moving to their Nelson, NE farm home during 1949, where they resided until moving to Nelson, NE in 1995.
Hans was an active professional farmer from 1935 until his retirement in 2000 at the age of 84. He remembered the dirty thirties with low crop prices and crop failures. He told of the more prosperous forties and difficult issues of getting farm supplies and
fuel. The fifties and sixties saw gradual expansion of the farming enterprise, the maturation of his children, and managing the Abdal Elevator from 1961 through 1965.
Hans returned to full-time farming and more than doubled the size of his enterprise until retirement.
Hans was a life-long member of Bethel and Salem Lutheran churches. He served on the Bethel church council several times. Hans also served on the Pleasant Ridge and
Eureka rural school district boards.
Hans will be remembered by his family and friends as a generous and helpful parent and neighbor who lent a helpful hand when needed and who could tell you for what he sold every bushel of grain since 1935 and how many bushels or tons per acre each field yielded.
Hans was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Lillian on February 3, 2008, twin sister Madeline Meyer and great-granddaughters, Sydney and Bailey Sullivan.
Hans is survived by his sister Marie Bolinger of Buena Park, CA, three children, Roger Christensen and his wife Nadine of Fairfax, VA, Janell Hanson and her husband Alfred of Oak, NE, and Joyce Rall and her husband Pat of Lincoln, NE as well as five grand children, John Christensen, Robert Christensen, Teresa Sullivan, Jennifer Hanson, and Taye Mohler; and 10 great-grandchildren, Sarah Christensen, Jabe, Jack, Mads, and Coleman Christensen, Mattison and John Sullivan, Jack, Elizabeth and Ava Mohler; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Salem Lutheran Church rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Harold Stromer officiating. Music was “It Is Well With My Soul,” solo by Angela Garver and congregational hymns “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” and “Go, My Children With My Blessing” with Sonia Schmidt as accompanist.
Pallbearers were John Christensen, Patricia Christensen, Matthew Sullivan, Teresa
Sullivan, Robert Christensen, Courtney Christensen, Jennifer Hanson, Todd Mohler, and Elizabeth “Taye” Mohler. Honorary Pallbearers were Vaden Kramer, Soren Thomsen, Pete Farver, Delmar Shrontz, Marlin Meyer, Everett Barfknecht, Jim Woerner and Residents and Staff of Nelson Manor.
Interment was in the Salem Lutheran Cemetery rural Superior, 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 Mary Messersmith York

Mary Elizabeth Messersmith York, the daughter of Virgil and Acena (George) Dixon, was born on April 29, 1924 near Bostwick, Nebraska. She passed away on April 3, 2009 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 84 years, 11 months and 4 days.
Mary was baptized and confirmed on April 14, 1957 at the First Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska by the Rev. Wilbur Swan. She was educated at the Bostwick Public School. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Superior. On
December 23, 1945 she was united in marriage to Ellis W. York at Mankato, Kansas. Together they resided in Superior. Ellis passed away on August 30, 1982. She was married to Lowell C. Messersmith on August 22, 1984. Lowell passed away on November 24, 1998. Mary was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the V.F.W. Auxiliary.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ellis and husband Lowell. Sisters, Agnes Imhoff and Ella Messersmith. Brothers, Virgil Dixon and Robert Dixon.
She is survived by her sister, Carol Gergen of Hazelton, Idaho and her brother, William Dixon of Superior, Nebraska along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “Whispering Hope” and “Beyond the Sunset”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and as Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Bill Dixon, Bob Dixon, Neal Utter, Bill Jones, Duane Woerner, Charles Persinger, Mark Eggers, and David Dillon. Honorary pallbearers were Rob Mohler, Kenneth Mohler, Ron Rogers, Roy Rogers, Virgil Imhoff, Dan Vawser, Bill Imhoff, Wade Messersmith, Jeff Tumbleson and Jim Dixon.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go to the Bostwick Cemetery.
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 Dr. Judith A. Basart-Butler

Judith Arlene Butler, the daughter of Floyd and Hazel (McLaughlin) Butler, was born on August 2, 1945 at Superior, Nebraska. She passed away on March 30, 2009 at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 28 days.
Judy was one of 6 children. She grew up in Superior attending grade school and graduated from Superior High School with the class of 1963. Upon graduating she attended Grand Island St. Francis School of Radiology, Hastings College and received her Doctorate Degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
She was united in marriage to Lonnie Basart on June 2, 1963 at the First Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska. While raising her 6 children, she was a full time Medical Doctor serving many patients in her family medical practice in Superior, Nebraska and Blytheville, Arkansas.
Throughout her life she received numerous honors and awards. She held many offices in the professional organizations and associations. She was a 4-H leader, Sunday school Superintendent and a church elder. Her heart, home and table were always open to anyone and everyone. Mimi’s arms and lap were always filled with children. She loved the sunrise and sunsets, fishing in Canada, boating, sewing, cooking and gardening. But most of all, the main reason she awoke every morning was her love for her family. Her children and grandchildren along with her siblings, nieces and nephews were her purpose in life. She had a love for humanity.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Superior.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lonnie on March 30, 1993; brothers; Richard and Robert.
She is survived by her children, Travis Butler and wife Jolene of Blytheville, Arkansas, Kate Butler and friend James Sumpter of Superior, Nebraska, Fred Butler and wife Tricia of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Michelle Butler of Superior, Nebraska, Tom Butler of Blytheville, Arkansas and John Pavusa of California; 11 grandchildren, Kiaya, Ariana, Katarena, and Alonnie Butler, Jacob and Kirsten Sumpter, Derek and Jasper Butler, Noah, Chloe and Chase Butler; sister, Jean Zmudka and husband Joe of LaSalle, Illinois, brother, James Butler and wife Ferne and sister, Betty Butler all of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the First Presbyterian Church in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating. Music was “In The Garden Medley” and “Amazing Grace” solo by Travis Butler and “In The Arms Of An Angels-by Sara McLauglin, with Carlita Erickson as the organist.
Pallbearers were Jim Butler, Scott Butler, Michael Combs, Dr. Burton Thompson, Ben Pride, Jesse Pride, Derek Butler and Jacob Sumpter. Honorary Pallbearers were Fred Butler, Tom Butler, Justin Basart, Matthew Zmudka, Alan Shadduck, Richard Gardener, Joshua Pascoe and Michael Combs.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, 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 Kenneth E. Fricke

Kenneth Eugene Fricke was born October 6, 1950 at Hastings, Nebraska to Richard and Burdetta Shields Fricke. He was their 2nd child. Ken attended grade school at District 60 just south of Hastings. He was a graduate of Hastings High School, class of 1969. He also graduated from McCook Junior College going there on a cross country scholarship. He also attended Kearney State College at Kearney, NE. He worked several years at St. Regis lumber yard in Hastings before moving to Great Bend in the fall of 1980 when he married Alicia Andrews. He worked a short time at a lumberyard in Hoisington before he started to work for the City of Great Bend. He worked for a year
with the Street Department and then moved on the Water Pollution Department where he worked until his death. He spent a total of 27 years as a city worker, just observing his 27th anniversary with them on March 23.
In June of 1982 Ryan Andrew Fricke was born to the couple. He was the light of his “Daddy eyes”. In Ken’s early life he was a runner. He took numerous medals in high school and college and was even thrilled when he was given the job of Title 10 cross country coach for two years at Ellinwood High School.
He was a Nebraska Cornhusker fan. Particularly loving a football game where the Big Red prevailed. In later years he collected, at various times, horses, coke memorabilia, hats and cigarettes lighters. He rarely rode a horse, he rarely wore a hat and he never smoked, but he did enjoy a can of Coke or Pepsi every now and then. Ken was the Tiny Tots Sunday School teacher at the Church of God in Great Bend, KS. Kids loved him and he loved them. He was known as the Candy Man because he always had a pocket full of Tootsie Rolls or Smarties for the kids. Ken was an artist, and in the last few years he drew pictures and shared with about everyone and anyone he met. He rarely went any where without a stack of oaktag or cardboard and a gel pen. There was even one at the doctor’s office on a bulletin board. Ken took his trip home to be with Jesus on the afternoon of March 28th at the age of 58. He was scooping a 16 inch snow from driveways and streets and he over did. He was just a block and half from home and he suffered a massive heart attack at Great Bend, KS.
Ken was preceded in death by his father, Richard E. Fricke.
He is survived by his wife Alicia of the home. Son Ryan and Daughter-in-love Stephanie Fricke of Eudora, Kansas, his mother Burdetta of Hastings, Nebraska, his sister
Cathy Mitzelfelt and her husband Eldon of Hastings, Nebraska, his brother Rick and his wife Nancy of Trumbull, Nebraska, his sister Cindy Fricke of Hastings, Nebraska and his
brother Kevin and his wife Susan of Miami, Florida. He is also survived by his sister-in-law and brother-in law Mary Jane Mohler and Vernon Mohler of Superior, Nebraska. He leaves to mourn nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the First Church of God in Great Bend, Kansas with Rev. Tom Swain officiating.
Music was “He’s Still There,” duet by Loren and Marilyn Dyke and “Hallelujah Square” with Marilyn Dyke as the accompanist.
Pallbearers were Donald Mitchell, Emery Hoch, Charlie Suchy, Tom Turley, Charles Brent and Ryan Fricke. Honorary Pallbearers were Richard Fricke, Kevin Fricke, Eldon Mitzelfelt, Chad Mitzelfelt, Blake Fricke and Vernon Mohler.
Interment was at 4:00 PM Tuesday, March 31, 2009 in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Mankato, Kansas.
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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Christian Biography of Lillian Jensen
Lillian Elizabeth Jensen, the daughter of Ray and Geneva “Belle”(McComas) Fitzwater, was born on June 25, 1914 at Richmond, Missouri. She passed away on March 25, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 94 years and 9 months.
Lillian came to Nuckolls County with her parents at an early age and lived on the Simic Ranch near Angus, Nebraska with her parents and siblings.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Cecil and three sisters, Opal Kubicek, Florence Kubicek and MaeBe Milligan.
Survivors include two daughters, Beverly Westerberg and husband Doug of Lincoln, Nebraska and Maxine Terrill of Superior, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Diane Nelson and Celeste Nelson both of Superior, Nebraska, Patricia Jones and husband Tom of Omaha, Nebraska, Leslie Brown and husband Mark and Tim Westerberg all of Lincoln, Nebraska; five great-grandchildren, Duncan and Alex Brown of Lincoln, Taylor Jones of Omaha, Kim Edwards of Omaha and Christopher Edwards, presently serving in Iraq; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Memorial services were held on Sunday, March 29, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the
Nelson Good Samaritan Society in Nelson, Nebraska with Missy Wilt officiating.
Inurnment 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
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Nelson, Nebraska was in charge of the
arrangements.


Christian Biography of Roy D. May

Roy D. May, the son of Harold Dale and Betty Lee (Crouch) May, was born on March 3, 1967 at Belleville, Kansas. He passed away on March 24, 2009 near Burr Oak, Kansas due to an automobile accident at the age of 42 years and 21 days.
Roy was one of six children. While growing up he attended White Rock public schools graduating with the class of 1985. After graduating he attended Salina Area Technical College.
Roy was a member of the Olive Hill Church. He was united in marriage to Cynthia Rines on August 20, 1993 at the Baptist Church in Mankato, Kansas. This union was blessed with 2 children.
Roy lived all his life on the ranch north of Mankato. In his younger years he enjoyed spending time at Lovewell Lake water skiing and being with his family and friends. He enjoyed his cattle and farming. His hobbies included hunting and fishing. Roy enjoyed driving around the country side looking at all the farms and farm ground. After the loss of his father he took over the farm and did very well. His wife and children were the love of his life and he will be truly missed.
Roy was preceded in death by his father, Harold.
He is survived by his wife Cindy of Mankato, son, Augustus and daughter, Caitlyn both of the home; mother, Betty May of Mankato, Kansas; brothers, Bill May of Burr Oak, Kansas, Doug May of Mt. Hope, Kansas, and sisters, Martina May of Salina, Kansas, Susan Winslow and husband Ken of North Branch, Kansas and Betty Jane Hall and husband Doug of Mankato, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Sue Reynolds and husband Mike of Pennington Gap, Virginia and Samantha O’Dell and husband Ian Ft. Collins, Colorado; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 11:00 AM from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home Chapel in Superior, Nebraska with David Watters officiating. Recorded music “When I Get Where I’m Going,” by Brad Paisley, “One Wing In The Fire,” by Trent Tomlinson, “You’ll Be There,” by George Strait and “Ramblin Fever,” by Merle Haggard.
Pallbearers were Troy May, Dustin May, Travis May, Landon Winslow, Lance Winslow, Austin Winslow, Chance Morris, and Caleb Hall. Honorary Pallbearers were
Scott Parker, Troy Dewey, Michael Bates, David Callaway, Nick Becker and Bill Logan.
Inurnment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery at Mankato, Kansas.
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 Walt Eggers

Walter John Eggers, the son of Herman K. and Emilie (Greiner) Eggers, was born on February 9, 1925 at his parents farm one half mile south of Byron, Nebraska. He passed away on March 21, 2009 at Thayer County Health Services in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 84 years.
Walt attended Byron Public Schools and received an associate’s degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in Animal Science. He was baptized on February 22, 1925 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Byron by Pastor R. Wegner and confirmed on
April 2, 1939 at St. Paul’s by Pastor P. J. Weltner. He was a 57 year member of the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, Nebraska. He entered into the US Navy on February 25, 1945 and was honorably discharged on July 5, 1946. On August 20, 1950 he was united in marriage to Alice Heitmann at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Byron and to this union three children were born, Catherine, Mark and Michael.
Walt was a charter member of the Ruskin Lions Club, a charter member of the Superior Elks Club, a member of the Ruskin Volunteer Fire Department, a Member of the American Legion for 59 years, 11 with the Byron Legion and 48 with the Ruskin Legion.
He was a member of the UNL Alumni Association, the UNL Rodeo Team, and a former catcher for the Byron Town Baseball Team. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren’s sporting activities and was always proud of his grandchildren and their accomplishments.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Eberhardt and Paul Eggers.
He is survived by his wife Alice of Ruskin, children, Catherine Parker and her husband Daniel of Lincoln, Nebraska, Mark Eggers and his wife Linda of Ruskin, Nebraska and Michael Eggers and his wife Patricia of Superior, Nebraska. Six grandchildren, Chad Parker and his wife Deidra, Todd Parker and his wife Lindsey, Nathan Eggers and his wife Ashley, Lesha Koch and her husband Jeff, Angela Eggers and Nichole Eggers. One great-grandson, Alec Parker. He is also survived by one sister, Gertrude Mason of Deshler, Nebraska, two brothers, Max Eggers and his wife Ruby of Byron, Nebraska and Kenneth Eggers and his wife JoAnn of Chester, Nebraska along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 10:00 AM from the
Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, Nebraska with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating.
Music was congregational hymns “Beautiful Savior,” “Children of the Heavenly Father,” and “Amazing Grace,” with Dorcas Judy as organist.
Pallbearers were Chad Parker, Todd Parker, Nathan Eggers, Lesha Koch, Angela Eggers, and Nicole Eggers.
Interment with full military rites was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, Nebraska.
A memorial has been established an 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 Elmer C. Paul

Elmer Carl Louis Paul, the son of Conrad and Emma (Fangmeier) Paul, was born on March 13, 1923 at Jansen, Nebraska. He passed away on March 18, 2009 at Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital in Hastings, Nebraska at the age of 86 years, and 5 days.
Elmer was baptized as an infant and confirmed July 4, 1937 at Peace Lutheran Church. He attended grade school and graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1941.
In January 1946, he entered the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in March of 1947. After his discharge he worked for Dempster’s in Beatrice, Nebraska.
On September 28, 1947 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Heath. They lived in Beatrice until the spring of 1948 when they moved to a farm south of Deshler where he farmed for six years. In 1954, he and Dorothy owned and managed a tavern in Plymouth for six years. In 1961, they moved to Hardy where he owned and operated Paul’s Feed and Grinding Service.
Dorothy passed away in May 1975 and he continued to operate the business on his own.
He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Superior, and the American Legion Post #0103 and past members of the Elks Lodge #2197, Eagles Lodge #3101, and the Hardy Volunteer Fire Department and had served on the Hardy Village Board.
On February 14, 1976, he was married to Bonnie (Durflinger) Tambke. She was the bookkeeper for the family business until their retirement in 1984.
They moved their home from Hardy to north of Superior in 1990.
He was a loving devoted husband and step-father, and was very proud of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Dorothy, and sisters, an infant sister Ida and Mathilda Schroeder
He is survived by his wife Bonnie, four step-daughters; Darla Sneath and husband Don of Plainville, Kansas, Lori Robertson and husband Robert of Fairfield, Nebraska, Marsha Dreesen of Lincoln, Nebraska and Lisa Tambke of Superior, Nebraska five grandchildren, and six great grandchildren; three brothers, Otto of Deshler, Harry of Lincoln and Louis of Beatrice, five sisters, Edna Kroeger of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Elda Guthrie of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Elaine Ackerman of Beatrice, LaVerna Kokes of Lincoln and Margret Morrow of Beatrice, nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Private Family Memorial services with full military rites was held on Monday, March 23, 2009 with inurnment in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska. Rev. Evelyn Phillips and PMA Irvin Schluefer officiating. Stephanie Thayer sang "Amazing Grace," and "In The Garden," with Carlita Erickson playing the organ.
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 Robert Harvey

Harold Robert Harvey, the son of John and Sarah (Broyles) Harvey, was born on October 11, 1923 on a farm near Olive Hill, Kansas. He passed away on March 9, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 85 years, 4 months and 28 days.
Bob graduated from Superior, High School. He was a member of the Webber Methodist Church and the Men’s Organization of the Methodist Church.
He was united in marriage to Grace Chapman on February 2, 1946 at Pearisburg, Virginia. This union was blessed with a son. They lived in the Webber and Olive Hill, Kansas communities.
Bob enjoyed sports and was a Nebraska Husker fan. He enjoyed being involved with his grandkids and attending their sporting events. He loved to farm, and always kept busy with projects.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents, wife Grace on March 9, 1996; sister, V. Louise Harvey, brother, John Allen Harvey and his wife Allene, infant twin stillborn brothers and twin brothers, Hobert and Howard.
He is survived by his son John Robert and wife Julie of Mankato, Kansas; grandchildren, John Christopher Harvey and Jamie Lynn Harvey both of Lake Wales, Florida; other relatives and a host of friends.



Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Webber United Methodist Church in Webber, Kansas with Pastor Joyce Beam officiating.
Music was “Beyond The Sunset” & “How Great Thou Art,” with Greg & Donna
Diamond singing duet and Lynette Bartley as accompanist.
Pallbearers were Arden Russell, Roger Roe, Jim Stone, Kenneth Schuster, Fred Eilert and Vaughn Bargen. Honorary Pallbearers were Rex Headrick, Keith Roe, Richard Behrends, Mitchie Woerner, Jerry Hasemeyer, Keith McKeown, Howard Herrmann, Gerald Boyles and Lauren Roe along with the Fellow Classmates of 1941.
Interment 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.

Christian Biography of Hattie Wulf

Hattie Wulf, the daughter of John and Sophia (Gerdes) Meyer, was born on September 19, 1915 at Cadams, Nebraska. She passed away on March 4, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 93 years, 5 months and 15 days.
Hattie was one of four children. She was a life time member of Salem Lutheran Church, being baptized on October 24, 1915 by Pastor Gundel and confirmed on May 12, 1929 by Rev. Bunge. She attended school at Cadams. She was united in marriage to Roger Wulf on February 17, 1935 at Superior, Nebraska. This union was blessed with three children.
Hattie loved to quilt. She was a member of the Ladies Aid at Salem Lutheran Church and also a member of Know Thy Neighbor Club at Bostwick. Before her marriage Hattie worked at Brodstone Memorial Hospital as a housekeeper.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Roger, November 1991, son, and daughter-in-law, Richard & Gloria Wulf, sisters, Marie Wall and Ella Stiles; and grandson, Scott Wulf
Survivors include her two daughters, Helen Gebers and husband Don of Nora, Nebraska and Mary Ann Lane and husband Vaden of Blue Hill, Nebraska; 8 grandchildren: David Gebers, Steve Gebers, Thomas Gebers, Rick Wulf, Jeff Wulf, Kristi Burrell, Terri Heuertz and Marci Whipple; 23 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchid; one brother, Harold Meyer of Independence, Missouri; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.



Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 10:30 AM from the Salem Lutheran Church in rural Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Harold Stromer officiating. Music was “Beyond The Sunset’” duet by Alfred & Janell Hanson and congregational hymns “Softly and Tenderly,” “Children of the Heavenly Father,” and “Lord Take My Hand and Lead Me,” with Sonia Schmidt as organist.
Pallbearers were Jeff Wulf, Steve Gebers, Doug Burrell, Todd Whipple, David Gebers, Tom Gebers, Jay Heuertz and Charles Stiles.
Interment was in the Salem Lutheran Cemetery at rural Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may be given to Salem Lutheran Church.
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.

William “Bill” Eugene Kussman, the son William W. and Melva (Howe)
Kussman, was born on October 21, 1943 at Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on February 25, 2009 at Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 65 years, 4 months and 4 days.
Bill was one of ten children. He grew up attending school at Olive Hill, Ruskin and Inavale. He was a member of the Church of Christ and was baptized on February 20, 2009 by Pastor Jim Stark. He was united in marriage to Jeanne Runyan on November 4, 1971 in Nelson, Nebraska, this union was blessed with a son, William. She preceded him in death. On May 1, 2003 he was united in marriage to Patricia Morris-Smith.
Bill lived most of his life in Hardy. He was a member of the National Dairyman’s Association, and was a lifelong member of North American Fishing Club.
His hobbies and interests included fishing, dairy cows, horses and helping out with the area farmers. He loved spending time with his family and friends.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, on August 14, 1989; first wife, Jeanne on April 27, 1995, an infant brother and one sister, Edith.
Survivors include his wife Patricia and his mother, Melva Kussman both of Hardy, Nebraska; son, William C. Kussman and wife Jeneffer of Courtland, Kansas, daughters, Kaytlin Miller of Concordia, Kansas, Tierra Morris Smith and husband Ismael
Huerta of Thornton, Colorado, and Kirstein Smith of Aurora, Colorado; six
grandchildren, Jasalynn Imler of Courtland, Kansas, Corey and Whitney Gruszka both of Superior, Nebraska, Chelsea, Cassandra, Cydney Huerta of Thornton, Colorado; brothers, David Kussman of Hardy, Nebraska, Dennis Kussman and wife Christine of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Don Kussman of Hastings, Nebraska, Jack Kussman and wife Diane of Courtland, Nebraska, Steve Kussman and wife Maria of Holstein, Nebraska, and sisters, Connie Wilhelms of Hardy, Nebraska and Ellen Larsen and husband Kerry of North Dakota; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.


Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Church Of Christ in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was “Amazing Grace,” “In The Garden,” and “Peace In The Valley,” with Carla Stark as soloist and Paula Renz as pianist.
Pallbearers were Jeremy Kussman, Cecil Imler, Jerry Massey, Gary Massey, Alan Marquart and Nate Saathoff. Honorary Pallbearers were J.D. Marquart, Jerald Marquart, Billy Runyan, Charles Runyan, Jason Kussman, Valerie Imler, Don Hancock, Justin White, David Kussman, Dennis Kussman, Don Kussman, Jack Kussman, and Steve Kussman.
Interment was in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Courtland, 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.

Christian Biography of Rex Blackstone

Rex Blackstone, the son of Samuel Howard and Mildred Ida (Shaffer)
Blackstone, was born on September 29, 1934 near Superior, Nebraska. He passed away on February 25, 2009 at the Brodstone Memorial Hospital in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 74 years, 4 months and 26 days.
Rex attended rural Nuckolls County Schools and was a graduate of Superior High School with the class of 1952. He served in the US Army from 1954 to 1956 and was stationed in Germany. After being released from duty he moved to Colorado where he completed an apprenticeship in cabinetmaking and became a journeyman cabinet maker. He was united in marriage to Doris Hansen on November 16, 1957 at Englewood, Colorado and to this union was born two daughters, Sherri and Joni. Rex was a carpenter for many years and returned to farming near the Superior area.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Doris on April 17, 2002 and one grandson Jason Poole.
Survivors include his daughters, Sherri Poole and husband Craig of Superior, Nebraska and Joni Fish and husband Richard of Englewood, Colorado; five grandchildren, Ryan Poole, Austin Poole, Emily Fish, Kathryn Fish and Elizabeth Fish, two brothers, Don and wife Linda of Webber, Kansas and Leo and wife Jeanine of Superior, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 3:00 PM from the
Megrue-Price Funeral Home in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Mark Diehl officiating.
Music was “Go Rest High On That Mountain” and “On Eagle’s Wings”, with Stephanie Thayer as soloist and Carlita Erickson as organist.
Pallbearers were Craig Poole, Richard Fish, Daren Blackstone, Barry Blackstone, Jamie Blackstone and Lavern Schroer.
Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery at Superior, Nebraska.
Memorials may go towards the Jason Poole Memorial Scholarship and
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 Dale Gourley

Dale Crary Gourley, the son of Arthur and Cora (Crary) Gourley, was born on October 12, 1926 on a farm near Guide Rock, Nebraska. He passed away on February 23, 2009 at his home in Superior, Nebraska at the age of 82 years, 4 months and 11 days.
Dale was one of nine children. He attended country school in Guide Rock and graduated from Guide Rock High School. He was a member of Church of Christ and was baptized on November 13, 2000. He enlisted with the United States Navy on March 25, 1944 earning the Victory Medal, American Area and Asiatic Pacific medals. He was honorably discharged on May 20, 1946. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Yvonne Bailey in September of 1946 in Mankato, Kansas.
Dale was most proud of his Navy days and his 37 years working for Champlin. Also, his role as “Dad” to his nephew and niece Loy and Yvonne “Dee”, whom they raised until they each graduated. He was a Scout master for Loy’s troop and enjoyed the cook outs, camping and all the fun those times in general. He also taught them how to fish, water ski and operate a boat.
Dale liked to be free to go wherever he wanted to go. He loved people so much and missed them when they were no longer around.
Dale was a member of the American Legion, and VFW and his particular love was the Masonic Lodge as an active life time member.
Dale is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Phyllis and two brothers, Blake and Val and four sisters, Phyllis Hobelman, Jeannine Polcyn, and baby sisters, Betty and Ione.
Survivors include his brother, Lon Gourley and wife Carolyn of Colorado, sister, Patty Yetter of Nampa, Idaho, and sister-in-law Dora Gourley of Nampa, Idaho and many
nieces, nephews, he was such a favorite of them and they adored him.


Funeral services with full military rites were held on Friday, February 27, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the Church Of Christ in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Jim Stark officiating. Music was “In The Garden,” and “How Great Thou Art,” with Carla Stark as soloist and Paula Renz as pianist. Masonic services were conducted by the Superior Masonic Lodge.
Honorary Pallbearers were Art Hickman, Jack Koester, Jeff Tumbleson, Orlyn Renz and Al Jorgensen.
Inurnment was in the Guide Rock Cemetery at Guide Rock, 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 Eva Kershner

Eva Marie Kershner, the daughter of Nelson Guy and Myrtle Jane (Cowel) Bright, was born on January 12, 1922 at Pleasanton, Kansas. She passed away on February 20, 2009 at Lake Point of Rose Hill, Rose Hill, Kansas at the age of 87 years, 1 month and 8 days.
Eva attended school at Pleasanton. She was united in marriage to David W. Kershner on May 17, 1940 in Austin, Texas. This union was blessed with two daughters.
She lived in the communities of Pleasanton, Superior, and Wichita.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, David on August 15, 1987; and one sister, Glestner Defore.
Survivors include her daughters, Claudette Rogers and husband Dennis of Superior, Nebraska and Sharon May of Wichita, Kansas; four grandchildren, Douglas Rogers, Rodney Rogers, John May, and Scott May; seven great-grandchildren, Bryant Rogers, Tera Russell, Elizabeth Rogers, Jackie Rogers, Kara May, Gracie May and Brodie May and two great-great grandchildren, Danielle Rogers and William Russell; other relatives and a host of friends.

Private Family Graveside Services at: Evergreen Cemetery, Superior, Nebraska
Burial: Evergreen Cemetery, Superior, NE
Memorials to: Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, PO Box 282,
Superior, NE 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com
Visitation: There will be no visitation
Funeral Home: Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N. Commercial, Superior, NE 68978,
402-879-3900