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George Washington Strunk III
Jul 12, 2025
George Washington Strunk III passed away in his home in McCook, NE on July 12, 2025.
George was born on December 1, 1960, in Muncie, IN to parents Shelia M. (Duncan) and George W. Strunk II.
George worked in construction for most of his life.
Those left to celebrate George’s life are his brother Kent (Susan) Strunk of McCook, NE; sister, Janet (Randy)...
Gary Joe Hastings
Jul 5, 2025
Gary Joe Hastings, 79, of Gering, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Gary was born on September 27, 1945, in Sutherland, Nebraska, to Robert and Irene (Derra) Hastings. He grew up in Hayes County alongside his siblings, attending school there and graduating with the Hayes County High School Class of 1964. Following high school, Gary continued his education...
Darian Wayne Marston
Jul 4, 2025
Darian Wayne Marston, a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, fiancé and friend, tragically passed away on July 4, 2025, in Kansas at the age of 21.
Darian was born in McCook, Nebraska on February 19, 2004, to parents Clint W. Marston and Dusty J. Mason. Growing up, Darian would love to ride bikes, wrestle, play in the snow and listen to...
Dixie L Dyer
Jun 30, 2025
Dixie L. Dyer, mother to John and Cathy, passed away on June 30, 2025, in Lexington, NE, at the age of 69.
Dixie was born to parents John Chester Pearl and Sharon Kay (Foster) Matson on January 12, 1956, in McCook, NE. She graduated high school in North Platte, NE with the class of 1947.
On October 10, 1975, she married Terry...
Walter J Beier
Jun 18, 2025
Walter J. Beier, 91, of the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, IA, formerly of Culbertson, NE, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Walter was born March 27, 1934, to Alfred and Marie (Nather) Beier in Raase, Germany. He was raised and educated in Germany before moving to the United States. He enlisted in the US Navy and served until 1960. A...
Shari A McConnaha
Jun 13, 2025
Shari Ann McConnaha passed away in her home, in McCook, NE on June 13, 2025, at the age of 75.
Shari was born the second oldest of ten kids on October 25, 1949, in Danville, Illinois, to parents Russell H. and Wilma I. (Werner) Pilkenton.
In her professional life, Shari was a compassionate caretaker at the nursing home.
She loved to dance, go...
Delores Kay Cappel
Jun 10, 2025
A wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Mrs. Delores Kay Cappel passed away on June 10, 2025, at the Community Hospital in McCook, NE, at the age of 84.
Delores entered this life on December 13, 1940, in Wauneta, Nebraska the youngest of 9 children to Theodore and Susie (Herbert) Einspahr.
Delores grew up in Wauneta, NE, it was there that she met...
Clifford Ellis Prince
May 30, 2025
Mr. Clifford E. Prince, of Stratton, NE, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Community Hospital in McCook, NE.
Clifford E. Prince, of Stratton, NE, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Community Hospital in McCook, NE.
Clifford was born on October 31, 1929, to parents Ernest and Freda (Banish) Prince in Grand Island, NE. Clifford was one of five...
Duane L. Henn
May 25, 2025
He was a husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Duane L. Henn passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 89, at McCook Community Hospital in McCook, NE.
Duane was born on August 10, 1935, in Raeville, Nebraska to parents Marcellus A. and Kristine O. (Week) Henn. He was oldest of nine kids, and Duane attended St. Bonaventure School in...
Terry K. Vontz
May 23, 2025
Terry K. Vontz, age 72, of McCook, NE, a man known for his steady hands, generous heart, and boundless love for his family, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and devotion. He was cherished by many, especially his family and family friends, who will forever hold his memory close.
Terry...
Jack G. Lytle
May 23, 2025
Jack G. Lytle, age 90, of McCook, NE passed away May 23, 2025, at his home in Highland Park Retirement Community.
Jack was born on a farm south of McCook, before the flood, to Helen M. (Bolles) and James O. Lytle on May 4, 1935. He attended and graduated from McCook High School in 1953. He then graduated from MCC in...
Cecilia M Koch
May 23, 2025
Cecilia M Koch passed away at Harvard Rest Haven in Harvard, NE on May 23, 2025, at the age of 81.
Cecilia was born on November 2, 1943, to parents Glenn L. And Rita R. (Kohmetscher) Titman in Greenville, TX. She was the second oldest out of six kids. Cecilia grew up in Indianola, NE where she graduated from Indianola High...
Crystal Dawn Ward
May 19, 2025
Crystal Dawn Ward, mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at Hillcrest Nursing home in McCook, NE, on May 19, 2025, at the age of 88.
Crystal was born to William W. and Darlene D. (Rains) Carroll on August 1, 1936, in Castana, IA. She grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and Vancouver, Washington where she enjoyed music and playing...
Wayne Eric Emrich
May 18, 2025
Wayne Eric Emrich, of McCook, NE, passed away at the age of 68 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook, NE on May 18, 2025.
Wayne was born in Morocco, Africa to parents Wray and June M. (Kleckinger) Emrich on February 18, 1957. Wayne was born into a military family where they were stationed in many places around the world.
Wayne met Pam...
Mary Ann Hlavinka
May 14, 2025
Mary Ann Hlavinka passed away at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE on May 14, 2025, at the age of 75.
Mary Ann was born on September 6, 1949 in David City, NE to Melvin G. and Mary Florence (Pollard) Grim. She was one of four children born to this union. Mary Ann graduated from McCook High School in 1967...
Catherine Elizabeth Amador
May 13, 2025
Catherine Elizabeth Amador, a precious five-month-old baby, tragically passed away on May 13, 2025 in McCook, NE. Catherine was lovingly embraced by her parents, Aaron "Ronnie" James and Deanna Michelle (McGrew) Amador on November 19, 2024, in McCook, NE.
Catherine was baptized on December 20, 2024, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.
She is survived by her parents Ronnie and Deanna Amador of...
Reynaldo Rodriguez
May 13, 2025
Reynaldo “Chapo” Rodriguez Sigala, age 83, of McCook, NE passed away surrounded by his family at his home in McCook.
Chapo was born March 2, 1942, in Satevo, Chihuahua, Mexico to parents, Zoilo Rodriguez Huerta and Rosaura Sigala Meledrez. He was one of four siblings who grew up in La Esperanza, Satevo, Mexico.
Chapo married Luz Elena Ruiz Villa on June 7,...
James "Jim" Dean O'Mara
May 10, 2025
The family peacemaker, a treasured friend, and the most kind, caring soul; James “Jim” O’Mara, 55, of Sumner, NE tragically lost his life in a car accident on May 10, 2025. Jim will be remembered as the friend who was always willing to lend a helping hand, offering to BBQ some ribs and a brisket, and had a story or...
Ronald "Ron" J. Sis
May 10, 2025
Ronald J Sis, age 89 of McCook, Nebraska passed away on the 10th day of May 2025. Ronald was born to James J Sis & Georgia V (Pitner) Sis on April 13, 1936, in Stratton, Nebraska. He grew up on a farm in Northwest Kansas and graduated from Stratton High School in 1953. After graduation, Ronald enlisted in the United...
Loretta Maxine Lengel
May 9, 2025
Loretta M. Lengel (Maxine), age 87, passed away with loved ones surrounding her on May 9, 2025, in Limon, Colorado.
On August 11, 1937, in their home on the Yuma County line in Colorado, Maxine was born to parents Cecil Curtis and Glessie Ellen (Ferguson) Crist. The family later moved to a house by the river, where Maxine’s younger brother, Orlie,...
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