Apr 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Garen Ray Goebel

November 5, 1944 – April 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Garen Ray Goebel, who left this world peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Gardenside Long-Term Care, with his family by his side after a brief time in hospice. He...

Apr 20, 2025

Steven Holliday was born on May 3, 1944, in Lewes DE, the oldest of two children of Myron and Marjorie Holliday.  He grew up in Long Island KS on a small farm.  Steven attended and graduated from Long Island High School in 1962.  Steven joined the US Navy July 26, 1962, right after graduating high school.  After basic training...

Apr 17, 2025

Charles D. Johnson (Chuck), went to be with his Lord on 4-17-25.  He was preceded in death by his Father, Larry Johnson, Mother Viola Johnson, Sister Kris Johnson and Brother Bruce Johnson.  Patty Johnson, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles.

Survivors include his Brother Rick Johnson of Iowa, Becky McClure of Fairbury Nebraska, Sons, Charles D. Johnson Jr., Aaron...

Apr 12, 2025

Karen Louise Schneider entered this world on September 8, 1939.  She was born in Deshler, Nebraska to Erwin and Mathilda Torbeck.  She was baptized into the Lutheran Faith at her home in 1939.  She graduated from Deshler High School in 1957.  Karen moved to Lincoln, Nebraska after graduation and began to work at Security Mutual Insurance.  She married her...

Apr 5, 2025

Lorraine M. Novotny was born in Omaha Nebraska on July 15, 1967 to Robert T. and Kathryn L Alexander.  Lorraine passed away on April 5, 2025 at Jefferson Community Health Center in Fairbury Nebraska.

In life Lorraine loved her family, cats and working with her volunteer grandchildren at the Elementary School in Fairbury as a school grandparent.  ...

Apr 4, 2025

Robert Lee Maire was born November 30, 1940, in Mullen, NE, to John “Jack” and Mildred (Romell) Maire. He passed away on April 4, 2025, in Fairbury, NE, at the age of 84. Robert grew up in Mullen and attended Mullen Public Schools. He later received his GED in 1980. After high school Robert worked for Milander Motors in...

Apr 2, 2025

Michael Thomas Garner was an honest hardworking family man. Born December 17, 1984, to Robert & Pamela Garner; he was ambitious and good-natured even as a child.

After moving to Hubbell, NE in 1995, Mike graduated from Deshler High School in 2003. He then met his wife in 2005 and for two decades they shared dreams, overcame...

Mar 28, 2025

Dorothy H. Hoops 81, passed away on March 28, 2025.  Dorothy was born April 12, 1943 to Walter and Hulda (Grabau) Kuhlmann in Chester Nebraska.

Dorothy was baptized and confirmed at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Chester Nebraska.

She married the love of her life Larry Hoops.  Together they spent many years in Morro Bay,...

Mar 23, 2025

Maurice "Rodeo" Dean Wiggans (age 73) passed away at Gardenside Long-Term Care facility on March 23, 2025, surrounded by family. Rodeo was born on December 6, 1951, to Thelma Alexander and William Harley Wiggans in Concordia, KS. He was baptized at the St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Linn, KS. He became a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church...

Mar 13, 2025

Ricelle Rae Greenwood (Kel), Loving mother, sister, and daughter came to rest March 13, 2025. Kel was born in Fairbury, NE to Richard and Cheryl Greenwood on June 22, 1984. She graduated from Fairbury High School in 2002 among her friends. She went on to join the Army reserves where she met Chris Remmenga and welcomed a baby boy,...

Mar 13, 2025

Recia R. Lahodny passed away March 13, 2025. She was born January 15, 1966, to LeRoy and Joyce (Arntt) Lahodny.

Recia graduated from Odell High School with the class of 1984, and later from Peru State College. She was employed at B&W Electric in Hanover, KS until her death. She loved her job, employer and co-workers. She...

Mar 11, 2025

Rosalie Emilye Oaks, born May 16, 1947, in Geneva, Nebraska.  She passed away in Lincoln, Nebraska at Bryan East Hospital on March 11, 2025.  Mom worked numerous jobs throughout her life her passion waitress at Parker's Steakhouse in Denton, Nebraska, Diamond T in Beatrice, Nebraska, Griffey's, Rowdy's, and Trailblazers, and Pizza Hut in Fairbury, Nebraska.  Mom and Dad owned...

Mar 10, 2025

Tracy Marie Hicks Franklin was born on August 2, 1955 to Blossie Rae Mayo and Robert Lytle Hicks.

She passed on March 10, 2025 in Fairbury Nebraska.

Tracy was preceded in slumber by her parents.  She is survived by her 4 children:  Edward Franklin III, of Richmond Texas, Michael Franklin (Monique) of Richmond Texas, Brandy...

Mar 8, 2025

Fern Gladys Kostal, 83, Odell, died Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Good Samaritan in Beatrice. She was born on September 18, 1941, in Herkimer, KS to Alfred and Edna (Pralle) Dierking. She was baptized and confirmed into membership at Zion Lutheran Church in Herkimer, KS. In 1959, she graduated from Marysville High School in Marysville, KS. Upon graduation she...

Mar 5, 2025

Darlene H. Keuten, 100, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Gardenside Care Center in Fairbury. She was born on April 28, 1924, to Edward & Emma (Schmohr) Wittler at their home two miles north of Jansen, Nebraska. She was baptized and confirmed at the St. Paul’s Evangelical & Reform Church near Jansen and attended school through the...

Mar 4, 2025

Melvin (Mickey) Lee Melander, of Fairbury, NE, passed away peacefully at Gardenside LTC March 4, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the oldest of 5 children, born in Fairbury, November 24, 1932, to Melvin and Valda Melander.  He was raised in Endicott, NE where he attended Endicott High School. He left school to enlist in the United...

Feb 19, 2025

Shari Lee Schwisow

December 28, 1943 – February 19, 2025

The family of Shari Lee Schwisow is deeply saddened to announce her sudden passing at her home on February 19, 2025. At the age of 81, she entered her heavenly home, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories.

Shari was...

Feb 14, 2025

Homer Ward obituary

Homer Leroy Ward, longtime Fairbury banker, former Fairbury mayor, and lifetime community booster, died Feb. 14, 2025, at the age of 92.

He was born Oct. 28, 1932, on the family farm southeast of Daykin, Nebraska, to Faye Edward Ward and Hildegard Charlotte (Picker) Ward. He attended grade school at District 86...

Feb 12, 2025

Nancy Carol McGee passed away on February 13, 2025 at Jefferson Community Health Center in Fairbury Nebraska.  Family will have private funeral services in Harlan Iowa at a later date.  Gerdes Meyer is assisting with arrangements.

Feb 12, 2025

Barbara Borch passed away after a short illness on 2-12-25.  Preceded in death by her parents, Son, Matthew Borch and Grandson Trenton Borch.  She is survived by her husband John Borch Sr., son John Borch Jr., daughter Trish Vculek, and Barbara's brother Jeff Olson,  seven grandkids and five great-grandkids.