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Jerry Norman Divel was born to Doris (Jarvis) and Rex Divel on July 10, 1947. He died Jan. 8, 2022. Jerry was raised on the family farm south of Jewell. He graduated from Jewell High School in 1965. Jerry leaves four children: Leith (Amy) Divel, Todd (Shanda) Divel, Zachary Divel, and Molly (Cole) Brown. He also leaves grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Gary Divel and Leon Divel; and his sister, Judy Burchett. Cremation is planned and services will be announced at a later date....
Joyce E. Ritter, 93, died Thursday, Jan. 6. She was born to Henry and Maude (Bassett) Keller on July 7, 1928, rural Lebanon, Kan. On May 19, 1946, she married Boyd Ritter. She managed and worked for Pete's Restaurant in Smith Center for a few years in the 1960s. She was a homemaker and worked hard on the family farm. Survivors include sons, Gary and wife Kathy of Hill City, S.D.; Larry and wife Linda of Custer, S.D., and daughter, Tonja Westerman and husband Larry of Kensington, Kan.; sisters, L...
Herbert Charles Alley, age 77, of Frankfort, Kan., died, Monday, Dec. 6. He was born Nov. 8, 1944, at the family home near Bancroft, Kan., the son of Charles and Lois (Cordon) Alley. Herbert attended grade school at Bancroft and graduated high school at Wetmore. After graduation, he lived for awhile with his aunt, Rowena, and uncle, Ellis McKnight, a doctor, at Alma, Kan. He worked as an orderly at the care home there. He then attended one year at Highland Community College and one semester at...
Mike Oglevie, 74, of Ellenton, Fla., formerly of Columbus, Neb., died Jan. 1, at his home, surrounded by his loving family after an unexpected, brief battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD). A small gathering was held from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Jan. 4,at Skyway Memorial Funeral Home. Palmetto, Fla. A celebration of life will be held at Highland Park Church in Columbus, Neb., tentatively planned for April 30. Mike was born April 27, 1947, in Superior, Neb., to Gene and Darlene (McNichols) Oglevie....
Steven Lee Clabaugh, 72, died Jan. 2, at Parkview Haven in Deshler. He was the oldest child of Lee and Charlotte Clabaugh, born on August 20,1949, in Nelson, Neb. Steve was baptized and confirmed in the United Methodist Church in Nelson. He grew up in Nelson, attending school at Nelson Public Schools, graduating with the Class of 1968. He went on to further his education at Parks School of Business in Denver, Colo. Steve met his wife, Jodene Lyon, (of Merna, Neb.) while living in Denver. They...
Alvin Donald (Don) McLean, 98, formerly of Burr Oak, died Monday, Dec. 27, at the Smith Center Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Tees, Alberta, Canada on May 15, 1923, to Robert John and Sarah McLean. Don was united in marriage to Elva Frances Roesti on Aug. 4, 1943, near their home in Alberta, Canada. This union was blessed with five children: Gwendolyn Ann, Richard Alvin, Karen Jean, Donna Lee and Dixie Louise. In 1948 Don, Elva and the two oldest children moved from Tees,...
Lois Marlene Mueller Watts, 83, was born to Edward Mueller and Naomi Rathbun Mueller on Jan. 29, 1938, on the family farm near Nelson, Neb. She died Dec. 23, at her home in Camarillo, Calif. In her youth, Lois was active on the farm, participated in 4-H, and worshiped at Salem Lutheran Church where she was confirmed in 1951. She graduated from Nelson High School in 1956 and continued her education at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, earning a bachelors of arts in child education in 1960....
Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Sprinkle of Omaha, died Dec. 26, in Omaha surrounded by her nieces. Betty Ann and her husband, Jim, were married for 38 years. They were married on July 3,1958, and lived in Kansas City. Betty Ann was an avid sports fan of the University of Kansas Jayhawks basketball team, Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals. She would also join her sister Marguerite in cheering for the Green Bay Packers. Betty Ann was born and raised in Superior, Neb., and graduated from Superior...
Beverly Louise Kindler was born Oct. 29, 1930, on a farm near Esbon, Kan. She died in Smith Center on Jan. 2. She was the daughter of Edna (Willson) and Glenn E. Kindler. She attended a one room school house during her grade school years and graduated from Lebanon High School in 1948. Beverly grew up participating in 4-H which led to her professional desire of becoming a home economist. She attended Kansas State University graduating with a bachelor of science degree in home economics in 1952....
Roger Alan Underwood was born in Concordia, Kan, on Oct. 22, 1953, the son of Milton E. and Arleta F. (Heller) Underwood. Roger attended Esbon Public Schools, graduating from Esbon High School, with the Class of 1971. Following high school, Roger attended and graduated from Cloud County Community College with a degree in ag business. Roger returned home following college to work on his family farm. He was united in marriage to Deanna K. Winters on Aug. 2, 1986, at the Methodist Church in Esbon....
David H. Larkey, 77, the son of Elaine (Larson) and Henry Larkey, was born July 11, 1944, at Roseville, Minn. He died Saturday, Dec. 25, at his home in Guide Rock. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Dave served his country from 1964 until his honorable discharge in 1968. He was united in marriage with Sandra Morrow on Sept. 18, 1965, at the United Methodist Church in Cowles, Neb. Dave and Sandy made their home in the Minneapolis, Minn., metropolitan area where his career was with Pillsbury working in their food research division....
Carl Richard Sykes Sr., 79, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, at Beatrice Community Hospital, Beatrice. Neb. Carl was born Feb. 26, 1942, on the family farm near Davenport. Carl served in the United State Military, during Vietnam War in 1966 to 1969 with the 81st Combat Engineers and Persian Gulf War from 1990 to 1991. He was proud to serve his country. Outside the military, Carl worked as a mechanic. He also drove several years as an over the road trucker. He was preceded in death by his father, Alva Robert Sykes; mother, Beulah May Sykes; his...
Arlyce Lynn Cox, the son of John and Vella (Melvin) Bauman, was born on Dec. 24, 1937, in Superior, Neb. He died Dec. 29, at the Salina Regional Health Center at Salina, Kansas at the age of 84 years and 5 days. Arlyce attended school in Nelson and graduated from Nelson High School with the Class of 1955. He enlisted with the United States Armed Forces on Sept.19, 1956, and was honorably discharged July 17,1959. He retired from Ideal Cement Plant in Superior. He was married to Diane Rogers on...
Esther Headrick, 92, of Superior, Neb., died Sunday, Jan. 2, in Superior. The family invites friends to greet them from 4 to 6 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 7, at the Megrue-Price Funeral Home in Superior. Memorials suggested to Olive Hill Cemetery or First United Methodist Church of Superior. A graveside service is planned for 10:30 a.m., Monday, May 30, at the Olive Hill Cemetery, rural Jewell County, Kan. Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N Commercial, Superior, Neb. 68978, 402-879-3...
Ernest Blau, the son of Wilbur and Genevieve (Snell) Blau, was born on March 19, 1947, in Superior, Neb. He died Dec. 25, at the age of 74 years, 9 months, 6 days. Ernie attended Nelson Public Schools. On Sept. 12, 1965, he was united in marriage to Diane Skinner. To this union four children were born: Lisa Jolene, Christine, Brent and Angela. He was the proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren he loved to spoil. He traveled to many sporting, music and drama events where he and Diane usually...
Muriel Evelyn Follmer, the daughter of Ed and Marie (Porter) Troudt, was born on Jan. 12, 1927, in Nelson, Neb. She died Dec. 30, at Silver Ridge Memory Care at Gretna, Neb., at the age of 94 years, 11 months, 18 days. Muriel attended the Nelson Public Schools and graduated in 1944. On June 20, 1945, she was united in marriage to Donald Follmer. This union was blessed with nine children. Muriel was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, the Highland Helping...
Marvin L. "Buck" Bockholdt, the son of Louis and Clara (Becker) Bockholdt, was born on Oct. 4, 1933, at Beatrice, Neb. He died Dec. 16, at the Brod- stone Memorial Hospital at Superior, at the age of 88 years, 2 months, 12 days. Marvin attended St. Paul's Lutheran School and Plymouth High School graduating in 1952. He was baptized on Oct. 22, 1933, by Rev Walter Baumann and confirmed on May 30, 1948, By Rev. Alvin T. Degner at the St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Plymouth, Neb. Marvin was...
Jo Ann Johnson Eggers died Saturday, Dec. 11, in Marysville, Kan., after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease. She will be missed beyond measure. Jo Ann is survived by her loving children, Teresa (Christopher) Tompkins of New Harmony, Utah, Lori (Ward) Heitmann of Byron, Neb., Daniel (Caren) Eggers of Costa Mesa, Calif., Sheri (Steve) Baxa of Salina, Kan., along with 11 adoring grandchildren, Ryan Howe, Heather Cornett, Kristin Cottam, Jami Kassebaum, Emilie Long, Jennifer Eggers,...
Victoria Evelyn Fleming, the daughter of Dannie Fleming and Heidi Hopper, was born Nov. 25, 2005, in Redding, Calif. She died Dec. 12, as a result of an automobile accident at the age of 16 years. Victoria moved from California to Superior and was a 10th grade student at Superior High School. She was an Art Club member and enjoyed drawing and crafts. She enjoyed fishing, camping and being outdoors. She enjoyed hanging out with friends at City Park. Her dream was to be a veterinarian. She was...
Marilyn Jane Lautenschlager, 89, the daughter of Lawrence and Ellen Jane (Wilcox) Moore was born Oct. 17, 1932, at Norfolk. She died Tuesday, Dec. 21, at her home in Hastings. Survivors include: Becky Osborne of Excelsor Springs, Mo; Kim Croston of Hastings; Micky Ballagh of Burwell; Lisa Gourley and Gene of Kansas City, Mo.; Kelly McKillip and Thomas of Trumbull; Missy Verhage and Steve of Sidney, Mo., and KC Lautenschlager of Ord; 24 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Her funeral was held at 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 27, at the Williams...
Jerald “Jerry” Dean Killen, 88, of Salina, died Dec. 21, at Country Place, Chanute, Kan. Jerry was born to Kenneth and Clara Killen on Sept. 19, 1933, in Courtland. He was united in marriage to Bobbie J. Mitchell July 1, 1958. Jerry was a US Army Veteran, and was a 32nd degree Master Mason and member of the Shriners. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Janet Lea Killen; siblings, Audrey Lea Killen, and Doris Arlene Jensen. Jerry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bobbie Killen; sons, Jay and Randy Killen; daughter, Kar...
Betty June (Thomas) Sybert, 93, of Savannah, Mo., died Dec. 24, after 36 years of fighting and beating five different cancers. Betty was born on June 22, 1928, to Nora and Rex Thomas. Betty was a member of the First Baptist Church, Savannah, Mo. Her faith and love for God carried her through life's ups and downs. Betty loved her family and friends and enjoyed time with them. She grew up in the Clarksdale area and graduated from Fredericksburg High School in Fredericksburg, Texas. Moving back to...
Dave Larkey, 77, of Guide Rock, died Saturday at his home in Guide Rock. Funeral arrangements were pending on Monday with the Williams Funeral Home at Red Cloud....
Orren William Bronson, 68, Hays, Kan., resident, died on Dec. 14, in Osborne, Kan. He was born July 4, 1953, in Smith Center, to Warren S. and Alma (Emme) Ford Bronson. He was raised on the family farm north of Kensington. He attended all 12 years of school in Kensington where he graduated high school with the Class of 1971. He attended Beloit Technical School where he met his wife, Earlene Marie Silsby. They were married on Aug. 25, 1973. He worked as a mechanic at his brother-in-law’s service station in Esbon for a little while. Then he s...
Funeral arrangements are pending at the Megrue-Price Funeral Home for Ernest Blau, 74, of Davenport. He was born March 19, 1947 and died Dec. 25....
