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Reynaldo Rodriguez

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

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

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

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,...

Scott E. Ackermann

Scott E. Ackermann

May 9, 2025

Scott Eugene Ackermann, age 61, passed away at Community Hospital in McCook, Nebraska on May 9th, 2025.

Harvey and Rita (Einspahr) Ackermann welcomed Scott into this world on January 3rd, 1964. Born and raised in McCook he was always looking for adventure and making friends in the process. Playing baseball, delivering newspapers and sometimes causing a ruckus earned him the nickname...

Roland "Andy" F. Anderjaska

Roland "Andy" F. Anderjaska

May 6, 2025

He “fought the good fight and finished the race…he kept the faith”

After a long goodbye, Roland “Andy” Frederick Anderjaska departed this life on May 6, 2025, leaving a legacy of hard work, love for family, and a strong faith in God.

Roland was born across the road from Sacred Heart Church to Frederick William and Genevieve Traphagan Anderjaska on March 10,...

Dolores Lavonne Lawson

Dolores Lavonne Lawson

May 5, 2025

Dolores L. Lawson, age 95, of Hayes Center, NE passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook, NE.

Dolores Lavonne (Rothmeyer) Lawson, the daughter of Alvin Reese and Mary (Sughroue) Rothmeyer was born at the home of her grandparents, Frank and Mary Rothmeyer in McCook on October 22, 1929. She was the oldest of seven children....

William "Bill" Eugene Sughroue

William "Bill" Eugene Sughroue

May 2, 2025

William “Bill” Eugene Sughroue of Indianola, NE passed away Friday, May 2, 2025, in Lincoln, NE at the age of 93.

Bill was born on August 11, 1931, in Indianola, NE, to parents Martin Charles and Lena Mildred (Rayer) Sughroue. Bill graduated from Indianola High School with the class of 1949.

After graduation, Bill attended Railroad school in Omaha to learn telegraphy....

Dale John Keeney

Dale John Keeney

Apr 7, 2025

Dale John Keeney, age 88, of Trenton, NE passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Hillcrest Caring Center in McCook, NE.

Dale was born August 28, 1936 in Trenton to parents Michael John and Frances (Janousek) Keeney. He was one of four children who grew up in Trenton. While in high school, Dale participated in track and field. He graduated...

Jackie Dean Frease

Jackie Dean Frease

Apr 1, 2025

Jackie “Jack” Dean Frease of McCook, NE, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the Community Hospital in McCook, NE at the age of 78.

Born in McCook, NE on April 17, 1946, Jack was one of six kids to parents James Charles Frease and Charolette Viola Bailes. Jack had many accomplishments in his younger years including being a two-time...

Robert "Bob" Nicholas Klein

Robert "Bob" Nicholas Klein

Mar 22, 2025

*** Online condolences may be left at www.allfaiths.com. Arrangements and funeral services were made with All Faiths Funeral Home in Grand Island, NE ***

Robert Nicholas Klein was called home to be with the Lord on March 22, 2025. Robert was born on February 8, 1938, to Nicholas and Alice Klein in Bellwood, Nebraska. He was raised on a farm ½...

Dale Howell

Dale Howell

Mar 18, 2025

Dale Howell, age 83, passed away on March 18, 2025, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE.

Dale Eugene Howell, age 83, passed away on March 18, 2025, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center, in Kearney, NE. Dale was born on July 12, 1941, in Denver, CO to William A. and Venona A. (Peters) Howell.

Dale proudly served his country,...

Mary E. Thorson

Mary E. Thorson

Mar 15, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Thorson passed away at her home in Indianola, Nebraska, surrounded by family, on March 15, 2025, at the age of 77.

Mary was born on December 8, 1947, in Melbourne, Florida to parents Clarence and Judith Linnemeyer. In 1948 the family moved to Southwest Nebraska where she attended McCook High School.

On November 25, 1965, Mary married Roger Callan in...

Pamela "Pam" Schilz

Pamela "Pam" Schilz

Mar 12, 2025

Pamela "Pam" Sue Schilz passed away in her home in McCook, NE, surrounded by family, on March 12, 2025, at the age of 77.

Pam was born on May 29, 1947, in McCook, NE, to parents Gerald C. and Bettie L. (Hill) Gull. She graduated from McCook High School with the class of 1965. Pam then attended Kearney State and achieved...

Clara Mae Sprenkle

Clara Mae Sprenkle

Mar 4, 2025

Clara M. Sprenkle passed away surrounded by family and friends at Bertrand Nursing Home, Bertrand, NE, and joined her husband in heaven on March 4, 2025, at the age of 77.

Clara was born on February 15, 1948, to parents William “Bill” E. and Lela M. (Smith) Davisson in Burlington, CO. Clara grew up on a farm where she enjoyed being...

Scott Randell Doyle

Scott Randell Doyle

Feb 26, 2025

Scott Randell Doyle, age 52, of McCook, NE passed away following his battle with cancer on Thursday, February 26, 2025, at his home in McCook.

Scott was born July 16, 1972, in McCook, NE to parents Terry Lee and Kathleen “Kathy” L. (Tirrill) Doyle. He was one of two brothers. Scott graduated from McCook High School with the Class of 1991....

Danny Jerry Pena Jr.

Danny Jerry Pena Jr.

Feb 24, 2025

Danny Jerry Pena Jr., a son, grandson, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away in his home in McCook, NE on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the age of 45.

Danny was born on July 12, 1979, in Los Angeles, CA to parents Danny J. Pena, Sr. and Barbara L. Hughes. Danny grew up in Whitter, CA and attended Whittier High School....

Rick O. Sundell

Rick O. Sundell

Feb 18, 2025

Rick O. Sundell, age 59, entered into the presence of the Lord at Dundy County Hospital in Benkelman, NE, on February 18, 2025, after a courageous battle against cancer.

Rick was born on September 8, 1965, in Omaha, NE, to proud parents Roger Dean and Dorothy (Dot) Mae (Hughes) Sundell. Rick grew up in Blair, NE where he graduated from high...

David W Baker

David W Baker

Feb 11, 2025

Mr. David Wayne Baker Sr., aged 70, of McCook, Nebraska passed away at his home on February 11, 2025.

David was born in Lawrence, KS on June 2, 1954, to parents Chester and Lucille (Hildabrand) Baker. David graduated from high school in Lawrence, KS with the class of 1972. David then moved to Garden City, Kansas where he met and married...

Loren Albert Engler

Loren Albert Engler

Feb 7, 2025

Loren Albert Engler, age 94, of McCook, NE went into the arms of the Lord, with his family by his side, and in the comfort of his home on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Loren was born June 12, 1930, in Anaconda, MT to parents Albert and Lola I (Beals) Engler. He was one of five children. Loren attended high school through...