The Fort Collins, Colorado Coloradoan Article published Aug 27, 2006 Robert Stroh
Robert (Bob) Stroh, 58, of Littleton, passed away Aug. 14, 2006, while on a business trip to China. He was an employee of Windsor Industries for 23 years. Robert is survived by his wife of nearly 34 years, Bonnie; his daughters, Pattie Weber (Lance) and granddaughters Katie Mae and Megan Rose of Longmont, Wendy Stroh and grandson Robert of Littleton, Stepdaughter Chandra Tischler (Randy) and grandsons Anthony, Jacob and Kaleb of Arvada; one brother, Tom Stroh (Roxana) of Parker; and two sisters, Elizabeth Stroh of Fort Collins and Carol Recor of Kirkland, Wash.; stepfather, Harold Glass of Fort Collins; and numerous stepbrothers and stepsisters. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in Fort Collins. Interment Grandview Cemetery. Reception to follow at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Robert Charles Stroh memorial fund to be used for his grandchildren's education in care of Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel, 650 W. Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526. Please visit www.allnutt.com to view the full obituary.
Heer and Jolliffe Mortuaries and Crematory Fort Morgan, Colorado 09-04-2006 Michael W. Wiener, 47, of Brush, died Wednesday, August 30, 2006. He was born October 19, 2958, in Sauk Centre, MN to Robert & Mary Wiener. Mike married Melody Koehn in Belle River, MN on June 18, 1983. The moved to Brush from Minnesota nearly 22 years ago.
Mike served in the US Navy. He was a life member of VFW #2551. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Brush, Pheasants Forever, and the Two-Cylinder Club. He enjoyed restoring old tractors, cars and pickups; hunting, traveling, and spending time with his son. He was an avid reader. Mike had worked as a maintenance man for Excel, the Morgan County Justice Center, Colorado Plains Medical Center, and Morgan Community College where he was employed for nearly 12 years.
Survivors include his wife, Melody, and 1 son, Matthew, both of Brush; his parents, Bob & Mary Wiener of Miltona, MN; his brother, Randall of Cold Springs, MN; and his sister, Charlene Myren of Alexandrerea, MN.
The rosary will be recited Sunday September 3, at 2:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will follow at 3:00 PM at the church located in Brush. The service will conclude at the church. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to the Heer Crematory. Friends who wish may make memorial gifts to the Mike Wiener Memorial Fund c/o Heer Mortuary, 222 Cameron Street in Brush, CO.
Liz Bath January 27, 1930-September 4, 2006 Age: 76 Residence: Haysville, Kan., formerly of Weld County Tribute: Elizabeth Virginia "Liz" Bath was born in Hannibal, Mo., to Ernest and Edna Louise (Johnson) Woods. She was a retired account manager for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. On Feb. 2, 1947, she married Dale Spry in Warrensburg, Mo. He died Aug. 4, 1976. She later married John Bath in October 1977. He died in 1998. Mrs. Bath died Monday at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kan. Preceded in death by: Her husbands; her son, Larry Spry; and brothers, Bill Woods and Jim Woods. Survivors: Her daughter, Denise Johnson and husband Bill of Goddard, Kan.; and a grandson, J.D. Johnson of Goddard. Funeral services: 10 a.m. today at the Antioch Christian Church, 3741 W. 15th St. in Wichita, Kan. Graveside services: 1 p.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 3400 28th St. in Greeley. Note: A memorial has been established in her name and loving memory with the Antioch Christian Church 3741 W. 15th St., Wichita, Kan., 67203. Contributions may be mailed or left at the funeral home. To share a memory or to leave condolences, please visit dayfuneralhome.info. Arrangements by Day Funeral Home and Crematory, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington, Kan.
Ruth Nieberger February 12, 1927-September 2, 2006 Age: 79 Residence: Greeley Tribute: Ruth (Bohlender) Nieberger was born in Kersey to Phillip Bohlender and Rica Oster. On Jan. 31, 1947, she married John Nieberger. She was a Girl Scout leader. She never worked outside her home but she had many out-of-home businesses including a home daycare, where she cared for over 100 children throughout the years. Mrs. Nieberger died Saturday at Life Care Center of Greeley. Survivors: A son, Roger Nieberger of Utah; two daughters, Melonee Sarchet and Johnna Rawlings, both of Greeley; eight grandchildren, Troy Nieberger, Danielle Canon, Edmund Nieberger, Mitchell Nieberger, Robb Sarchet, Tyson Rawlings, Kevin Rawlings and Brian Rawlings; and nine great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: Her parents; and her husband, John Nieberger. Graveside Services: 2 p.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Greeley.
Fort Collins, Colorado Colorado Article published Sep 6, 2006
Betty Johnson passed away Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at age 72, with Christ in her heart. She was born in Timnath on Jan. 7, 1934, to very proud parents, Henry and Elizabeth Weinmeister. She lived in Fort Collins all of her life and was the sixth of 10 children. She married the love her life, Wilbur Johnson at the age of 15, on July 4, 1949, and went on to have three beautiful daughters and a wonderful son. Betty was very active throughout her life. She took first place in nationals in bowling. She played third base in softball with her sister, Bev, for many years. She enjoyed camping with her family and teaching them all how to water ski. After breaking her knee water skiing, she decided to stick to fishing in which she took pleasure in gathering piles of rocks next to her lawn chair so that she could throw them at boaters who came too close to her fishing line. She also developed a love/hate relationship with the Broncos and always seemed to be the loudest fan wherever she was. NASCAR also became a favorite event to watch and discuss with her family. But her all-time passion was gambling. Her yearly trips with her family to Las Vegas continued, taking most of her grandkids when they would turn 21. To our surprise she always seemed to outlast us young folks. Her weekend trips and bribes to head up the hill to Blackhawk whenever she had the chance always wore us out. The ! one thing we never really knew was how much money she had really lost. She was the greatest mother to her children and the best grandmother to her grandchildren. Betty's passion for children developed while working in child care for 19 years. Grandma Betty touched the lives of every child who was lucky enough to have encountered her. Although she never said anything, I am sure there were many weekends when she was exhausted from her six granddaughters running through her house, putting on dance routines for her, using her make-up, clothes and scarves, or playing kick the can with her crazy son, and then finally all crashing in bed with her at the end of the day. Betty also loved teaching her grandson how to throw a ball, playing basketball (except the time she broke her hip), or showing him how to have the best shaving cream fights. Betty is survived by her three daughters, Sharon Bottoms, Linda Johnson, and Donna Bryant and her son Ron Johnson, all of Fort Collins; two special sons-in- law, Sam Bottoms and Mike Bryant; and one daughter-in-law, Colleen Johnson; seven granddaughters, Shaleen Schlatter, Shelby Freitas, Stacy Murphy, Jaime Jesser, Shalese Bottoms, Kerri Bryant, and Kirsten Blum; three grandsons, Ryan Johnson and Conor and Kevin Blum; four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Dallan, Brinlee, Caiden, and one expected in May; three dear sisters, Viola Fisher, Edna Rooks, Bev Biggs; and one wonderful brother, Art Weinmeister. She also is survived by her best friend Margaret Jeffries. Betty will be dearly missed and we are all very proud and honored to have been a part of her life. VIVA LAS VEGAS, until we meet again! Memorial service is to be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Timberline Church. Interment at Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Betty Johnson fund at First National Bank in Fort Collins.
HAVRE - Ernest Hofmann, 84, joined his wife Hanna, Monday, Sept. 4, 2006. A prayer vigil service will be 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, with his funeral mass beginning 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, both at the St. Jude Catholic Church, with Father Robert D. Grosch officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Highland Cemetery. A fellowship luncheon will be held at the St. Jude Parish Center immediately after the services at the graveside. Memorial contributions in Ernie's honor may be made to the Havre Senior Center, 2 Second St. W., Havre, MT 59501. Services and arrangements were entrusted to Holland & Bonine Funeral Home. Ernie was born to Frank Sr. and Marie (Herzog) Hofmann on July 2, 1922, in Worden, at the family home. He attended schools in Worden, graduating from the Huntley Project High. In high school, he lettered in football, basketball and track and took part in the Junior and Senior plays. After attending one year at Eastern Montana University (formally Normal School) in Billings, Ernie entered the service in 1942. He graduated from Roswell, N.M., Bombardier school and was sent to Pyote, Texas, for phase training in B-17 bomber. He remained in Pyote as a Bombardier instructor until 1944, when he was assigned to a crew and was shipped to England, where he flew 35 missions over occupied Europe. After returning to the U.S., Ernie was assigned to Carlsbad, N.M., where he was on the Bombardier Standardization Board. While Ernie was in Pyote, on May 7, 1944, he married Johanna Kuntz of Pompeys Pillar. In this union, they had six daughters: Dorothy, Thresa, Constance, Kimberly, Heide and Rose Mary. Ernie was honorably discharged in 1945 and went to work as the produce manager at Ward's City Food in Billings. He resumed his education at Eastern in Billings, where he received a bachelor's in elementary education. He taught seventh and eighth grade in Roundup. He continued his education by receiving a M.Ed. from the University of Montana in Missoula. To keep abreast of trends in education, Ernie attended classes or workshops in Havre, Billings, Bozeman, Missoula, Eugene, Ore.; Laramie, Wyo.; and Boulder, Colo. Ernie moved his family to Havre in 1967 to become principal of Devlin School. After retiring from education, Ernie was elected City Judge of Havre for one term. He chose not to run again. Ernie was past president of Pine Ridge Golf Club in Roundup, past president of Lions Club, past Montana Treasurer of Good Sams, and past president of the Department of Elementary School Principals. He is a life member of the Montana Official's Association, Lions, Knights Of Columbus, VFW and the National Education Association. He belonged to the American Legion, the Hostfest Accordion Club of Minot, N.D., and was a charter member of the Blue Horizon Good Sams. In his lifetime, he also served on many committees in various organizations. Ernie loved music and delighted in playing his accordion and dancing. He enjoyed camping with the Good Sam Chapter Blue Horizon, and playing pool at the Senior Center. He will be missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Johanna in 1998; one daughter, Rose Mary, who died shortly after birth; four brothers, Frank Jr., Clarence, Carl and Harold; one sister, Marie. Ernie is survived by his five daughters, Dorothy (Richard) Cowee of Billings, Thresa (Harvey) Roger of Lakeside, Constance (William) Donahue of Superior, Kimberly (James) Beranek of Kalispell and Heide (Kelly) O'Neil of Garland, Texas; four sisters, Anna (Otto) Mueller of Java, S.D., Helen Kirchner of Rapelje, Esther (Ed) Thaut of Billings and Elsie Dalke of Billings; numerous nieces and nephews; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. You may send condolences to hollandbonine@mtintouch.net. Published in the Billings Gazette on 9/6/2006.
Fort Collins, Colorado Coloradoan rticle published Sep 7, 2006
Lee Robert Warnke Lee Robert Warnke of Fort Collins died Sept. 5, 2006, in hospice care at Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility with his wife and daughters at his side. Born Jan. 11, 1920, to Charles and Clara (Golz) Warnke in Beaver Crossing, Neb.,he graduated from high school in 1937. He was employed by Gates Rubber in Denver in 1939 before his service in WWII. He married Nadine Wine of Nebraska in 1947, graduating from Colorado A&M with a forestry degreein 1951. After living briefly in Nebraska, the family relocated to Denver where he was employed by Green Bowers Nursery. During that time, he planted many of the island trees found throughout Denver today. In 1959, he moved the family to Illinois to take a position at D. Hill Nursery in Dundee. While there, he and a co-worker were responsible for developing a method to winterize plants, a technique now universally employed. His beloved Nadine died in 1964, and he began raising his three daughters alone. In 1967, he married his new love Ruby Mae Koehnke of Elgin, and they resided in Elgin until Ruby's retirement in 1986, at which time they made a new home in Fort Collins. At the time of his death, they had been married 39 years, and she cared for him with profound tenderness, love and devotion throughout illness as throughout their marriage. Lee held most dearly his family and his religious faith, nurtured by his membership in the Church of the Brethren (Prince of Peace, Denver; Highland Avenue, Elgin, Ill.; and Northern Colorado, Windsor). He shared with his grandchildren the importance of enjoying "the value of little things in life - flowers, trees, sunrise and sunset," adding, "this is all free, and you can enjoy it daily. Take your time and enjoy them. Smile and laugh - it doesn't cost anything." Those who loved him know that gentleness, humor and love were at the heart of who he was. He is survived by his wife, Ruby; his sister, Helen (Warnke) Dull; daughters, Dianne and her husband Roger Perry, Jean and her husband Will Kay, and Andrea Warnke and her husband Geoff Brumbaugh; four grandchildren, Michael Chenoweth and his wife Danielle; Jonathan Chenoweth and his fiancée Elizabeth Price; Noah Warnke; and Alana Warnke. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Nadine; brothers Elmer, Clarence and William; and sister Verna (Warnke) White. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Northern Colorado Church of the Brethren, Windsor. Memorial contribution may be made to Larimer County Hospice and to Northern Colorado Church of the Brethren, c/o Resthaven 8426 S. Highway 287 Fort Collins, Colorado 80525.
>> From The Saginaw News on MLive.com 8/27/06 & 8/28/06, Saginaw, MI Weitz, Elsie of Saginaw, MI passed away Saturday, August 26, 2006 at Hoyt Nursing Home. Age 96 years. The daughter of George and Catherine (Jorg) Fahnanstiel was born November 3, 1909 in Newark, NJ. She married Carl Weitz, January 31, 1932. He passed away October 23, 1975. She was employed by Michigan Bell Telephone, retiring with thirty years of service. She was a member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church. She enjoyed her card club, bowling, shopping and crocheting. Surviving are two daughters, Elaine Witbrodt, Saginaw, MI;Joan Livingston and her husband, William, Dowagiac, MI; six grandchildren and their spouses, Lori and Paul Gerwin; Diane Glasgow; Phillip and Brenda Yockey;Steve and Laura Yockey; Linda and Dan Beck; Marsie and Mark Walworth; Fifteen great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson, two sisters-in-law, Helen Weitz and Jean Fahnanstiel; several nieces, nephews, special neighbors and friends.A son, James Carl Weitz, a great-grandson and six brothers and sisters have predeceased her.The funeral service took place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesdy, August 30, 2006, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 4705 Brockway Rd., Saginaw, MI. Rev. Daniel P. Garbow officiated and burial in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.Arrangements by the W. L. Case and Co. Funeral Home. Donations in the form of expressions of sympathy to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 4705 Brockway Rd., Saginaw, MI.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 8 Sep 2006
MINATARE - Theodore "Ted" Eberhardt, 84, died Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Beverly Health Care Center in Scottsbluff. Abiding by Ted's wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory. A private graveside inurnment will be held at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff next to his wife Norma, who died in November of 1988. Jolliffe Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com. Ted was born May 9, 1922, in Scottsbluff to Henry and Mary (Kuxhausen) Eberhardt. He was baptized June 11, 1922, and was confirmed in 1937 at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Ted received his education at Bayard, Minatare, Scottsbluff and Torrington, and graduated from Minatare with the Class of 1940. He married Norma Jean Beliel July 18, 1951, in Bayard, to this union two sons were born. Ted was in the US Army Air Corps from Oct. 18, 1945, through Jan. 2, 1947. He went to Control Tower school at Scott Field, Ill. and worked in the canal-zone at Albrook Field in 1946. Following his military career, Ted returned to the valley, where he was a High Ten Grower for Great Western Sugar Co. He later worked at Blue J. Feeds, drove a petroleum wagon for E.L. Vandel, worked for The Army Store, Sel-low, and at the Minatare Post Office for 24 years from which he retired in 1984. Survivors include his son, Gary of Minatare; brothers, Bob of Dade City, Va. and Elmer (Betty) of Eureka, Calif.; and grandson, Brian Eberhardt. Preceding Ted in death were his parents; wife, Norma; sister, Ruth Lovelace; brothers, Alex and Leo; stepfather, Peter Rau; and son, Terry
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 8 Sep 2006
Irene (Heilbrun) Kukas, 79, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, at Scottsbluff. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 9, at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff with her nephew, Pastor Michael Schaaf officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Friends may visit from 1 t o 8 p.m., Friday, at the Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel. A memorial has been established in care of the family. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com Irene was born Aug. 12, 1927, in Minatare to Henry Sr. and Amalie (Dahlinger) Heilbrun. She grew up and lived nearly her whole life in the valley. She married Alexander (Al) Kukas Feb. 24, 1946, in Scottsbluff. She worked beside her husband for over 60 years in their real estate, farming and trout farming businesses. She was also an excellent cook. Survivors include her husband, Al; daughter, Dr. Laurie (Barry) Kukas-Charles of Oklahoma City, Okla.; son, Ervin Kukas of Issaquah, Wash.; brothers, Elmer (Caroline) Heilbrun of Lodi, Calif. and Harvey (Mary) Heilbrun of Sidney; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Harold, Henry Jr. and Walter Heilbrun; and sisters, Martha Valetski, Mary Meyer and Esther Schaaf.
Article published Sep 8, 2006 Velma Novotny Armstrong
Velma Novotny Armstrong passed away in Fort Collins on Sept. 7, 2006, at the age of 92. She was born on a farm outside of Diller, Neb., on Dec. 19, 1913, to Joseph and Antonia Novotny. She was the youngest of 10 children: Mary, Ages, George, Henry, Anna, Ernest, Arnold, Henrietta and Elizabeth. Velma graduated from Diller High School in 1932 and graduated from Peru College in 1934. She taught for two years in a one-room county school outside of Ellis, Neb. She met Oren Armstrong Sr. at a dance at Finks Park near Wymore, Neb., and they married May 28, 1936. Except for a short stay in California during WWII, they lived in Beatrice, Neb., until moving to Fort Collins in 1960. Velma was a homemaker and an artist. She enjoyed painting pictures that depicted the lives of those who homesteaded the Nebraska prairies. Nine of her oil paintings are currently on display in the Homestead National Monument Museum near Beatrice, Neb. Her hobbies included painting, fishing, reading and, in later years, watching football. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and enjoyed following the progress of the CSU Rams and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She is preceded in death by her husband, Oren, who passed away in 1983; her oldest son, Oren Jr., who passed away in 1981; and all her brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son, two daughters and their spouses: Timothy and Leah Armstrong of Fort Collins, Terrel Armstrong and Jack Yeakle of Missoula, Mont., and Debra and Mike Rehnberg of Florence, Ore.; her four grandchildren, Ian Armstrong, Leslie Armstrong-Stipe, Jeremy Rehnberg, Brian Rehnberg; and one great-granddaughter, Mylee Rehnberg. Velma will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She will also be remembered as a talented artist and for her fondness for lively discussions on current world events. A private family celebration of Velma Armstrong's life is planned. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Larimer County Hospice.
Article published Sep 8, 2006 Velma Novotny Armstrong
Velma Novotny Armstrong passed away in Fort Collins on Sept. 7, 2006, at the age of 92. She was born on a farm outside of Diller, Neb., on Dec. 19, 1913, to Joseph and Antonia Novotny. She was the youngest of 10 children: Mary, Ages, George, Henry, Anna, Ernest, Arnold, Henrietta and Elizabeth. Velma graduated from Diller High School in 1932 and graduated from Peru College in 1934. She taught for two years in a one-room county school outside of Ellis, Neb. She met Oren Armstrong Sr. at a dance at Finks Park near Wymore, Neb., and they married May 28, 1936. Except for a short stay in California during WWII, they lived in Beatrice, Neb., until moving to Fort Collins in 1960. Velma was a homemaker and an artist. She enjoyed painting pictures that depicted the lives of those who homesteaded the Nebraska prairies. Nine of her oil paintings are currently on display in the Homestead National Monument Museum near Beatrice, Neb. Her hobbies included painting, fishing, reading and, in later years, watching football. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and enjoyed following the progress of the CSU Rams and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She is preceded in death by her husband, Oren, who passed away in 1983; her oldest son, Oren Jr., who passed away in 1981; and all her brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son, two daughters and their spouses: Timothy and Leah Armstrong of Fort Collins, Terrel Armstrong and Jack Yeakle of Missoula, Mont., and Debra and Mike Rehnberg of Florence, Ore.; her four grandchildren, Ian Armstrong, Leslie Armstrong-Stipe, Jeremy Rehnberg, Brian Rehnberg; and one great-granddaughter, Mylee Rehnberg. Velma will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She will also be remembered as a talented artist and for her fondness for lively discussions on current world events. A private family celebration of Velma Armstrong's life is planned. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Larimer County Hospice.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 24 Dec 2006
Janice Laree Becker, 68, of Minatare, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Kent Tibben officiating. Interment will be in West Lawn Cemetery in Gering. Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel Tuesday between 9 a.m.-7 p.m. with the family being present between 3-7 p.m. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Janice was born May 18, 1938 in Melbeta, to John Arthur and Etta Myrtle (Bartow) Parmenter. She received her education in Melbeta, graduating from Melbeta High School. She taught school for several years in rural schools and was also a Head Start teacher. She married Richard Becker May 5, 1961 in Julesburg, Colo. They lived in Missouri for a short time before returning to the Bayard area where they resided before moving to Lake Minatare seven years ago. Janice loved children, and was a devoted mother and grandmother. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a past member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Bayard. Survivors include her husband Richard; daughters and sons-in-law: Penny (Kent) Tibben, Danville, IL, Dianne (Roy) Dobrusky, Lincoln, NE and Toni Becker, Sheridan, Wyo.; son and daughter-in-law: Rusty (Sarah) Becker of Ridgecrest, Cali.; brothers and sisters-in-law: Robert (Betty) Parmenter and Donald (Dot) Parmenter all of Melbeta, and Doyle (Joanne) Parmenter of Oshkosh; sisters and brother-in-law: Marie Lackey, Roseburg, Ore., Gladys (Jerry) Doremus, Gering, Mildred Fitts, Scottsbluff, Dorothy Ault of Gering and Barbara Broderick of Scottsbluff; grandchildren: Ryan, Erin, Kaitlyn and Aidan Tibben and Tessa, Ross and Seth Dobrusky. Janice was preceded in death by her parents.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle Cheyenne, WY 25 Dec 2006 Norma J. Schwindt 1933-2006 Norma J. Schwindt, 73, passed away on Dec. 20 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. She was born Sept. 19, 1933, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to Jake and Mollie Meyer. Norma married Donald R. Schwindt on Sept. 27, 1952, in Mitchell, Neb. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her son, Robert Schwindt of Garland, Texas; daughter Debra Walden of Nora Springs, Iowa; her mother, Mollie Meyer of Scottsbluff, Neb.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Schwindt; her son, Gary Schwindt; her father, Jake Meyer; her brother, Jerry Meyer; and one great granddaughter. The funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Scrader Chapel with Rev. Delbert Hansen officiating. Burial services will follow at Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Christopher Holgerson, Justin Hankel, Jason Hankel, Chris Lucero, Donald Poston and Mike Benskin. Friends may contribute to the American Cancer Society.
ABSAROKEE - Shawnna Holtz, loving wife, mother, daughter and sister passed away on Dec. 22, 2006, following a long illness. She was born May 14, 1973, to Larry and Kathy Wyman. She graduated from Laurel High School in 1992. Shawanna obtained her bachelor's of science degree in nursing from Montana State University in 2004. She worked as an RN at Billings Clinic before her illness. She married James Holtz on July 24, 2004. Shawnna was preceded in death by her grandfather, William Wyman. She is survived by her husband, James; her children, Tayler and Mariah Wyman and Christian and Elizabeth Holtz; her sister, Jeri (David) Greenwalt; her parents, Larry and Kathy Wyman; her grandparents, Ken and Arlene Beven; and her grandmother, Ellen Wyman. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at the Laurel United Methodist Church. Memorials are suggested to: Absarokee Fire and Ambulance Service or to the Absarokee High School general scholarship fund. Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel is in charge of cremation and memorial services. Published in the Billings Gazette on 12/25/2006.
Mary Leibinger, 92, of Billings, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2006, surrounded by her family at Valley Health Care after a short illness. Mary was born Feb. 28, 1914, in Tracy, Mont., the daughter of Valentine and Katherine Gregovich. She grew up in Tracy and married Ed Blumfield in 1934. They made their home in Great Falls where they raised their only child, Sharon. Later, Mary married Boyd Revell, and they remained in Great Falls. Mary and Boyd ventured to live in Denver, Indianapolis, and Dayton, Ohio. Sadly, while they were living in Dayton, Mary's beloved daughter passed away leaving two young children, Lee and Dawn, behind. Mary and Boyd unselfishly raised both children loving them extensively. They did so without reservation and with much adoration and love. In 1976, Mary, Boyd and children moved back to Montana. Boyd passed away in 1980. Mary was blessed to meet and marry Herm Leibinger in 1986. Mary's grandchildren, Dawn and Lee, and great-grandchildren, Brent and Lindsay, happily accepted Herm into their family and enjoyed many years together. Herm passed away in 1999. Mary's life was centered on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She cherished their special times together and lavished them with love. She watched them grow into responsible adults and was extremely proud of their accomplishments. Mary is survived by her granddaughter, Dawn (Darrell) Bell of Billings; great-grandson, Brent Bell of Billings, and great-granddaughter, Lindsay Bell of Washington D.C. She also has numerous nieces and nephews scattered across the country. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon Collins; grandson, Lee Collins; six sisters and two brothers. We love you and you remain forever with us Nana. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. Burial of cremated remains will follow at Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park. Memorials may be given in Mary's name to the charity of one's choice. Michelotti-Sawyers is in charge of arrangements.
Edward J. Klein, 82, rural Sawyer, ND, died Wednesday, December 20, 2006, in a Minot hospital. Edward James Klein was born on March 20, 1924, the son of John S. and Margaret (Lemer) Klein on his parent's family farm located in McHenry County, rural Karlsruhe, ND. He was the seventh of 16 children. He was raised and educated in the Karlsruhe area. As a young adult, he assisted his parents with the operation of the family farm. On February 8, 1945, he entered the United States Marine Corps. He served during WWII in the Pacific Area and participated in the Occupation of Japan. He was honorably discharged on October 27, 1946. Edward was united in marriage to Regina Burckhard on June 22, 1954, in Towner, ND. They purchased a farm north of Sawyer, ND, where they raised small grains. Ed enjoyed farming, fishing, playing pool, gardening, and doing carpentry work. He especially enjoyed having coffee with buddies at Renee's Corner in Sawyer. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His love was shown in 1970, when he donated one of his kidneys to his son, Michael. Ed was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Velva, the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery Committee, and the Knights of Columbus, Velva. Surviving family includes: wife of 52 years, Regina, Sawyer, ND; sons, Bruce Klein, Sawyer; Mark Klein, Sawyer; Aaron Klein and his fiancé, Cindy Hemphill, Minot; daughters, Debbie (Keith) Martin, Minot; and Janice (Jeff) Meyer, Minot; grandchildren, Whitney and Blake Meyer; Kara and Gerard Klein; and Karisa and Kaitlyn Martin; brothers, John (Regina) Klein, Minot; Emanuel (Angela) Klein, Towner, Tedore Daniel Klein, Lisbon, ND, Allen (Elaine) Klein, Norwich, ND, and Cornelius (Cecelia) Klein, Spearfish, SD; sisters, Christine Wald, Fargo, ND, Mary Moreno, Los Angeles, CA, Mathilda (Andrew)Wald, Norwich, Jean Wald, East Grand Forks, MN, and Terri (Bud) Salem, Crookston, MN; and many nieces and nephews. Edward was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Gerard and Michael J. Klein; sister, Catherine Weist; and brothers, Pius, Sebastian, Alex and Peter Klein. Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Velva. Interment: Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Velva, ND. Visitation: Saturday from Noon to 5 p.m. and on Monday, December 25, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot. Vigil Prayer Service: Monday at 7 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot. Service Participants Father James Gross - Celebrant of the Liturgies Monsignor Joseph Senger - Concelebrant Anna Balk and Betty Regstad - Readers Ed's six grandchildren - Gift Bearers Music Prelude: "In My Daughter's Eyes" CD Music by Martina McBride and "Ave Maria" CD Music by Michael Bolton Processional: "The Prayer" by Celine Dion Offertory: Steve Repnow, to offer "O Holy Night" Communion: Stephanie Dean to offer "My Dad" Meditation: "Go Rest High On That Mountain" by Vince Gill Commendation: "Song of Farewell" Recessional: Steve Repnow, to offer "How Great Thou Art" Postlude: "I Pray" CD Music by Lonestar Sarah Dimond, Organist/Accompanist Honorary Bearers: Ed's family, friends, neighbors, and coffee buddies at Renee's Corner. Active Bearers: Arnie Beck, Stener Hillerud, Alvin Finneseth, Dennis Andreson, Pat Effertz Andy Gustin
John Michael Kraft, 72, of Crookston, Minnesota, died at his home, Saturday evening, December 16, 2006. John was born near Fisher, Minnesota on July 5, 1934, one of fifteen children of parents, Joseph and Elizabeth (Wald) Kraft. He enrolled in the Seminary in 1949, Illinois and then on December 29, 1954 entered the U.S. Army. He served overseas in Korea and following his honorable discharge on December 18, 1956 returned to Fisher, Minnesota to manage American Legion Post #242. John was united in marriage to Sandra Gunstinson on December 27, 1957 at the St. Francis Catholic Church in Fisher. The couple made their home in Grand Forks where John attended the University of North Dakota, majoring in English. After receiving his degree the family moved to Barnesville, Minnesota where he taught in the Elementary School. In 1965 John, Sandra, and their family moved to Richland Center, Wisconsin where he was employed by Wyeth Laboratories as a pharmaceutical sales representative. After several years he became an agent for the New York Life Insurance Company. For several years John coached the Richland Center American Legion Baseball Team. In 1978 the family returned to the Crookston-Fisher area and John was employed at the Polk County State Bank Insurance Agency. He later joined Emerson Insurance in Crookston as a part owner. John and Sandra moved to Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and after a few years relocated to Minneapolis where he was employed as an equipment adjuster for Anagram Inc. of St. Louis Park until his retirement in 2003. They returned to Crookston later that year. John had been battling cancer very courageously for the past two years. He was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception parish in Crookston, a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Church at Richland Center, and a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus. John and Sandra were able to enjoy 48 years of marriage and the happy memories that came from their union. They also endured times of incredible sadness following the deaths of three of their children- Michael, who died shortly after his birth; Robert who was killed in an automobile accident; and Mary Lynn, who was also later, killed in an automobile accident. John will be remembered with great love by his family and many friends.
LEO JEROME MERCK Leo Jerome Merck, age 80, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2006. He was born in Casselton, ND, on November 3, 1926, to Anthony Joseph Merck and Margaret Jerome Merck. Remembered are his wife, Beverly Merck and his son, Timothy Merck who preceded him in death. Leo was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a longtime member of the B.P.O. Elks Club in Wilmington. He was retired from France Neckwear in Wilmington after many years of service. He was a proud veteran of the US Navy. Leo is survived by his daughters, Roberta Newber (Kurt), Beverly Cayton (Donald), and Madelene Brooks (Charles); sons, Kenneth Merck (Michelle) Leo Jay Merck, Anthony Joseph Merck; and a special daughter-in-law, Cindy Merck; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at St. Mark Catholic Church. Burial will be in Oleander Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. A Market St. Chapel Service. Published in the Star-News (Wilmington, NC) on 12/23/2006.
He is survived by brothers Lawrence (Jan), Eagan, Minnesota; Robert, St. Cloud, Minnesota; and Edward (Jo), Jacksonville, Arkansas; and sister, Sister Catherine, OSB, Crookston, Minnesota. Preceding him in death were his parents, brother Anthony, Jr., and sister Anna Marie Craik. Leo's father was born in Elsass, South Russia in 1898. He immigrated to the United States in 1912 after three years in Brazil and Argentina.
Milonia Kuntz, 90, Moorhead, Minn., formerly of Linton, died Dec. 23, 2006, at Eventide Living Center, Moorhead. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Linton, with the Rev. Gary Benz officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Myers Funeral Home, Linton, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church.
Milonia was born March 19, 1916, on a farm east of Linton in the St. Michael's area, the daughter of Ignatz and Anna (Huber) Wolf. She married her first husband, Joseph Fischer, in 1935. They farmed in the Temvik area and had four children. After Joseph's death in 1940, Milonia moved to Linton. Milonia married Peter Kuntz from St. Michael's, in 1942. Milonia and Pete lived in Linton and had five children. Pete died in 1966. Milonia worked for many years as a cook at the Linton Hospital in addition to helping out at the Linton Greenhouse. Milonia continued to live in Linton until 2000, when she moved to Moorhead to be closer to family. Milonia was well known and will be remembered for her interest and skills in genealogy, in particular recording her family's history, tracing her ancestral roots including historical research in the area of "Germans from Russia." Milonia had many other interests and hobbies including gardening, cooking, photography and collecting stamps and coins, in addition to visiting her children and grandchildren. Milonia was fluent in English and several German dialects. Milonia was a special person and will be missed by family and friends. Two children from Milonia's first marriage survive, Angie (James) Brandner, Rochester, Minn., and Isabella Fischer, Bismarck. Children from the first marriage who preceded her in death were, Michael and Alvin. Surviving grandchildren from Milonia's first marriage are, Dave (Kate) Brandner, Madison, Wis., Janine (John) Schiefelbein, Brighton, Mich., and Cheryl Brandner, Spring Valley, Minn.; in addition to two great-grandchildren. Surviving children from Milonia's second marriage are, Robert (Peg) Kuntz,Kersey, Colo., Joe (Katie) Kuntz, Rochester, James (Marilyn) Kuntz, Anchorage, Alaska, Cindy (Mark) Geffre, Albany, Ore., and Roger (Monna) Kuntz, Moorhead. Surviving grandchildren from Milonia's second marriage are, Julie Kuntz, Lake Tahoe, Calif., Doug Kuntz, Weaverville, Calif., Eric Kuntz, Lincoln City, Ore., Bryan (Amy) Kuntz, Kearney, Neb., Ben Kuntz, Missoula, Mont., Jeff and Brad Kuntz, both of Madi ! son, Wis., Jason Kuntz, Rochester, Jeremy (Krista) Geffre, McMinnville, Ore., Justin Geffre, Corvallis, Ore., Craig Geffre, Albany, Melanie Kuntz, Shakopee, Minn., and Perry Kuntz, Moorhead; in addition to three great-grandchildren. Surviving brother and sisters are, Christine Kuntz, Moorhead, Tillie Kuntz, Bismarck, Pius Wolf, Merced, Calif., Ann Horner, Linton, and Aloys Wolf, Montebello, Calif. Milonia had three brothers who preceded her in death, Joseph, Albert and Mike Wolf. Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 12/26/2006.
On Wednesday, March 21, 2007, John Bernard Neibauer, our beloved dad, brother, and friend, entered into eternity with his Lord and Savior. John was a fun-loving and devoted dad and grandpa, ever mindful of his kids. He was born on June 25, 1930, in Minneapolis, to Dorothy June (Cook) and Mathias John Neibauer, where he spent most of his childhood. When John was in high school, the family moved to Mandan, N.D. It was there that he met the love of his life, Joyce Henderson. John and Joyce were voted the most popular couple in high school before graduating from Mandan High School in 1947. They were later married on Aug. 12, 1950, and together, they had 10 children and enjoyed 56 years of marriage. John was by her side as Joyce went to be with the Lord on Nov. 20, 2006. At the age of 9, John got a tattoo with his nickname "Jack" on it. At the age of 13, John boarded the train from Minneapolis to Billings for the first time, by himself, to begin work as a cowboy on the Cormier Ranch, south of Billings, herding cattle from Fly Creek to Pryor Creek by himself. This summer work continued until he graduated from high school. During high school, John was a starting tackle for the 1946 and 1947 Mandan High School football team that celebrated two consecutive undefeated seasons and went on to become the North Dakota State Champions. John attended college after high school on a football scholarship before he entered the Army, where he was a member of the 47th Division Viking Squad stationed in Mississippi. In 1952, they moved to Billings, where John worked for the Montana Power Company as a lineman. He retired as city foreman underground in 1987. During his career with Montana Power, John received a commendation for his heroic act in the rescue of a! woman from an auto accident on the Montana Avenue overpass in Billings. During his lifetime, John was an avid hunter. Many a tale was told at hunting camp - a tradition he has passed on to his son Bernie and grandson Kyle. John fought the good fight and lived a good life. He was a good man and will be missed by all. His wife and his children were his most cherished and prized possessions. We love you, Dad, and we'll see you on the other side! John was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; his son, Douglas Gerard; his sister, Lois Senn; and his brother, Mike Neibauer. John is survived by his children, Deborah (Andy) Lawson of Pompeys Pillar, Susan Hendrickson of Staunton, Va., Karen (Ahmed) Matar of Billings, Stephanie Neibauer of Minneapolis, Mary (Troy) Hendrickson of Townsend, Linda (Glen) Luebking of Littleton, Colo., Nancy (Mark) Bartlett of Elizabethtown, Pa., Douglas (Junko) Neibauer of Moreno Valley, Calif., Marge Nikkola of Minneapolis, Elizabeth Romans of Minneapolis, Joan Neibauer of Castle Rock, Colo., Frances (Lewis) Ball of Missoula, Tom (Sandy) Neibauer of Round Rock, Texas; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Vigil service will be 5 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. The Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, at St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral, with Rite of Committal at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral Building Fund.
Victor DETTER Vic Detter went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2007, at 5:15 p.m. after a long battle with congestive heart failure. He was born Feb. 20, 1926, in Windsor, Colo. His parents immigrated from the Volga region in Russia to Windsor through Galveston in 1912. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Katie (Schwab) Detterer; his brother Phillip and sister Mollie were buried along the Volga River in Russia near the village of Denhoff. His sister Mary was buried at sea on the way to America. Brothers Phillip, Alex, Rueben and sisters Mollie and Leona all died in America. Vic served in the Navy aboard the USS Munda during World War II in the 7th Fleet. They were in Tokyo Bay under blackout conditions when bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He engaged in battles in New Guinea, Guadalcanal, Guam, Saipan and Okinawa. Vic attained the status of petty officer 2nd class and received the Victory Medal and two stars for the Asiatic Pacific. He married Velma Jones on March 2, 1947, at her parents’ home in Loveland. They just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Vic farmed dryland wheat in Anton, Colo., for 35 years before retiring to Loveland in 1982. Vic enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved the outdoors, fishing, sports, traveling, music, dancing and their mountain cabin. Vic is survived by his wife, Velma of Loveland; sons, Terry and wife Marsha of Loveland, Gary and fiancée Debbie of Boulder, Dan and wife Debbie of Loveland, and David and wife Linda of Windsor; daughters, Vicki Biddle and Sheri Colpitts and husband Emmett of Loveland; 21 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Allnutt-Hunter Chapel. Visitation will be 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday, March 27, at Allnutt-Hunter Chapel. Interment will be at Loveland Burial Park. A reception will follow the interment at the Allnutt Reception Center. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Allnutt-Hunter Chapel. Please view the online obituary and sign the family guest book at www.allnutt.com.
ROMM, Edward "Ed" March 13, 1920 - March 6, 2007 Home Village: parents - Yagodnaya Polyana, Russia (Member of AHSGR - Calgary Chapter) Published in the Calgary Herald on 3/7/2007.
Edward (Ed) Kromm, born on the family farm in DeWinton, AB on March 13, 1920, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the age of 86 years. One of eleven children, he left for service in the Canadian Army in 1942 where he served overseas until 1946. Returning to Calgary, Ed married Elsie (nee Leinweber) in 1949 and they resided there for the next fifty-seven years. Ed was employed with Manning Egleston Lumber and the Calgary School Board until his retirement in 1982.
Ed is survived by his loving wife Elsie Katherine; his son and daughter-in-law, James and Lori; and granddaughters, Lindsay (Jarret) Stuart and Lauren Kromm. He is also survived by three sisters, Emma Stancer, Martha Lee, and Louise (Fred) Knittel; sister-in-law Lilias Kromm; brother-in-law Roy Weitz; as well as fourteen nieces and nephews. Ed was predeceased by his parents, three sisters, Mary, Betty, and Pauline, and two brothers, Phillip and Dan.
Funeral Services will be held at St. John Lutheran Church (204 - 6A Street N.E.) on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the St. John's Memorial Fund. In living memory of Edward Kromm, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W.
BROADUS - Karl Herman Ullrich, age 86, of Broadus, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 26, 2007, at the Powder River Manor in Broadus. Karl was born in a rock house built by his father in Wason Flats, 60 miles north of Miles City, on Jan. 28, 1921. Karl attended a German-speaking elementary school five miles from their homestead. In 1927, the family bought the Bud Devasher land, northeast of Broadus, where Karl would spend most of the rest of his life. Karl attended the Durst School, two miles north of their new home through the eighth grade. During the drought of the '30s, the Ullrich family moved to Billings to find employment. Karl worked at various odd jobs, including cleaning out flooded basements and hauling produce door to door to supplement the family income. Karl graduated from high school while the family resided in Billings. Karl served in the United States Army during World War II as a medic. In 1940, they moved back to the family ranch near Broadus and built the new ranch house in 1946. Karl married Ruby Griff in 1948. The couple resided in a dugout and worked for Elmer Watters. They bought the Ullrich ranch from his parents in 1958, where Karl worked until retiring to the Eagles Manor in Miles City in 2003. Karl and Ruby had two sons, Victor (born in 1953) and Vernon (born in 1957). They later separated. Karl was a man of very few words, but his kindness and unconditional love will long be remembered by his family and friends. He was a master rancher and cattleman who had walked every inch of his ranch (mostly in his one man war against weeds). His grandchildren have golden memories of long walks, being pulled in the wagon, horseback rides, ice skating on the river and the endless supply of butterscotch candies in his front shirt pocket. His children knew him as a man with a quiet determination, an unquestionable work ethic and a love of the land and the Powder River. He was an expert card player. Karl was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Broadus and a longstanding member of the Broadus Farmers Union. Karl is survived by two brothers, Richard of Puyallup, Wash., and Albert of Chinook; and one sister, Ruth Watters of Helena. He is also survived by two sons, Victor (Laura Lee) of the family ranch and Vern (Kay) of Biddle. The love of his life were his grandchildren: Amy (Tom) Minow of Broadus, Dr. Jennifer (Rob) Mattingley of La Crosse, Wis., Lieutenant Doug (Laura) Ullrich of Tucson, Ariz., Adam and Jason Ullrich of Biddle and five great-grandchildren, Taylor, Leah and Hudson Mattingley, and Miranda and Kyle Minow. He is also survived by over 65 nieces and nephews. Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Frieda Ullrich; his sisters, Esther (Tony) Gali, Gertrude (Fred) Schillreff and Freida Ullrich; his sisters-in-law, Ilene Ullrich and Florence Ullrich; and a brother-in-law, George Watters. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 31, at 11 a.m., at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Broadus. Interment will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Our Saviors Lutheran Church Pastoral Fund in Broadus.
Milton W. Grunewald DOB:7/4/1914 DOD:3/26/2007 Milton W. Grunewald, 92, formerly of W3116 CTH FF, passed away Monday, March 26, 2007, at the Plymouth Care Center. Milton was born July 4, 1914 in the Town of Herman to the late Martin Sr. and Eleanor (Barts) Grunewald. His birthday soon became a special day of family celebration. On January 16, 1937, he married Dorothy Specht at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church. The couple recently celebrated their seventieth wedding anniversary. Milton was a farmer most of his life. He was also employed by the Grand Hotel, Lakeland College, and the Sheboygan County Comprehensive Center. In addition to his wife Dorothy, Milton is survived by his five sons, Donald Grunewald of Plymouth, Dennis Grunewald of Ada, Lee (Joan) Grunewald of Sheboygan, Randy Grunewald of Howards Grove, Timothy Grunewald of Sheboygan, and his seven daughters, Margene (LeRoy) Fink of Franklin, Kathryn (Leo) Waldschmidt of Howards Grove, JoAnn (Robert) Lutzke of Elkhart Lake, Delores (Keith) Liebenstein of Plymouth, Jane Rentmeester (special friend Tom Laughrin) of Hilbert, Cindy Schmidt (special friend Peter Schalk) of Ada, and Bonnie (James) Fintelmann of Franklin. He is also survived by thirty-one grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, and fifteen step-great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers Martin Jr. (Marilyn) Grunewald of Howards Grove, and Merlin (Mary) Grunewald of rural Cleveland, and a son-in-law Charles Berg. He was preceded in death by two infant sons, Eugene and Dale, his sons Jerome and Gary Grunewald, a daughter LaVerne Berg, two grandchildren, a great-grandchild, his brother Norman, a sister Viola Lemke, a daughter-in-law Jane Grunewald, and a son-in-law Jim Schmidt. Funeral Services for Milton will be held Friday, March 30, 2007, at 1:30 P.M. at Zimmer's Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center (Hwy 42 & JJ). The Reverend Darrel Bergelin, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, will officiate. Friends may call on Friday, at the funeral home, from 10:30 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will follow services at Trinity Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in his name. The family would like to thank his caregivers, Irene, Nancy, Rose Marie, Terri, Greg, Jan, and the staff of the Plymouth Health Care Center for the care they provided for Milton.
BIG TIMBER - Victor Steinmetz, 84, of Big Timber, formerly of Glendive and Hardin, passed away March 22, 2007, in Big Timber. He was born July 22, 1922, in Hardin, a son of Henry and Eva Burnhart Steinmetz. He grew up and attended schools in Hardin. Following his education, he worked for the Holly Sugar Corporation as a truck driver. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, served during World War II and received his honorable discharge. Vic married Amelia Heiser on Feb. 10, 1948. The couple made their home in Hardin until 1975, when they moved to Glendive. While in Glendive, Vic worked as a carpenter, retiring in 1984 and eventually moving to Big Timber in 2005. He was a member of the Catholic Church, Glendive Veterans Club and the Moose Lodge. His passion was collecting agates. His parents; sisters, Lea Hert, Lydia Schaak, Elizabeth Steinmetz and Esther Zimmer; and brothers Fred, Emmanuel and Henry Steinmetz, preceded Vic in death. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Amelia; three daughters, Jane (Steve) Pitsch of Big Timber, Marjorie (Vince) Haugeto and Wanda (Greg) Kukowski of Colorado; his brother, Harry (Jean) Steinmetz of Hardin; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 25, in the Bullis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 26, in the Chapel. Interment with military honors will follow in the Fairview Cemetery. Bullis Mortuary of Hardin has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 11 Apr 2007
WORLAND, Wyo. - Jake L. Yakel, 82, passed away at his home in Worland following a brief struggle with cancer. Cremation will take place, and a memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 14, at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worland with Rev. Steve Couch officiating. A memorial in his name has been established for a fund yet to be named. Contributions may be sent to the Pinnacle Bank at P. O. Box 789 - Worland, WY 82401. Veile Mortuary of Worland is assisting the family with the arrangements. He was born Sept. 23, 1924, in Scottsbluff a son of Jacob and Mary (Kaiser) Yakel. He was raised and educated in Scottsbluff. Following his education he farmed for a few years before becoming a truck driver, hauling coal and corn from Wyoming. He then worked for Curry Chemical Co., an agricultural chemical and fertilizer firm, in Scottsbluff. Jake married Ruby I. Specht Jan. 26, 1947, in Scottsbluff. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in January. In 1954 Curry Chemical transferred him to Worland. He later bought the company and operated it as PureGro for many years. He eventually sold it to Simplot, and then retired in 1992. Jake enjoyed traveling to visit with his family, especially with his grandchildren. He enjoyed walking, and usually stopped to visit with his friends at the local coffee shops. He was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worland. Survivors include his wife, Ruby Yakel of Worland; daughter, Brenda (Del) Jacober of Covington, Wash.; daughter-in-law, Jane Yakel of Blacksburg, Va.; grandchildren, Cindi Battram of Puyallup, Wash., Kevin Jacober of Seattle, Wash., Demian Yakel of Blacksburg, Va., Jonah Yakel of Tucson, Ariz., and Stefan Yakel of New Orleans, La.; and six great-grandchildren; brother, Dick Yakel of Scottsbluff; sisters, Katherine Welch, Katie Zier, Caroline Rexus, Rose (Paul) Bolzer, Florence Rau, Irene Loose, Alvina Kufeldt, and Norma (Don) Green all of Scottsbluff. Preceding him in death was his son Randy Yakel in 1997, a brother and four sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 11 Apr 2007
Mary Jane Brown, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, April 7, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 11, at the Bethel Christian Fellowship in Scottsbluff with Pastor Bruce Wallace officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff. Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the church. Mary Jane was born Sept. 2, 1931, in Mitchell to George and Madeline (Kilthau) Maul, Sr. where she grew up and received her education. She married LeRoy Brown March 28, 1958, in Scottsbluff. They lived in Chicago, Ill., and Memphis, Tenn., before moving to Torrington, Wyo. in 1986, where they resided until moving to Scottsbluff in 1993. Mary Jane was very loving, caring, and helpful to all who knew her. She was a member of the Bethel Christian Fellowship. Mary Jane enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, crocheting, and quilting. Survivors include her sisters, Rose Schwartzkopf and Christine Leikam both of Scottsbluff, and Helen Eisenbarth of Wiser, Idaho; brother, George Maul, Jr. of Scottsbluff; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, four sisters, and two brothers.
LOVELL, Wyo. - On Good Friday, April 6, 2007, Frieda Baus March passed away peacefully at the New Horizons Care Center in Lovell, at the young age of 95. She was born Frieda Baus on July 4, 1912, on the Atlantic Ocean onboard a ship bound for America. At the time, her parents, Jacob Baus and Mary Elizabeth Rinehardt Baus, were immigrating to the United States from Russia. Frieda was born in German waters, however, so that her native citizenship was Germany. Because of the international time changes involved, Frieda could claim her birthday as either July 3 or 4. She very proudly choose the Fourth of July to celebrate each year. Frieda grew up in Wheatland, and on Sept. 1, 1929, at the age of 17, she entered nursing school at Memorial Hospital of Natrona County. On Oct. 11, 1938, Frieda married the love of her life, Millard Francis March, in San Diego, where Mr. March was serving in the Navy. In April of 1941, Millard and Frieda were stationed in Honolulu, when they returned to Mr. March's parent's home in Morton, Ill., for an extended visit. Frieda lived with her in-laws while Millard attended a three-month Navy school in mine sweeping in Norfolk, Va. Millard March had six brothers, four of whom were also serving in the Navy in 1941. Upon completion of the school, Mr. and Mrs. March returned to Honolulu, where Millard was a First Class Gunner's Mate aboard the USS Phelps Flagship destroyer, Squadron 1. On Sept. 12, 1941, Frieda became a naturalized U.S. citizen. When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, Millard's ship was out of the harbor on maneuvers. Frieda was employed as a nurse in a navy hospital and helped to treat many of the wounded sailors that day and for weeks and months to come. She spent several very anxious days before she was to learn that her husband had survived the attack. After the war, Millard was stationed in Yokosuka, Japan, for one tour as a Chief Petty officer and Frieda enjoyed visiting him there. Mr. and Mrs. March made their home in the San Diego area and in Laurel, Mont., until Millard's death in 1979. In the 1980s, Frieda returned to live in Wyoming to be near her brother in Thermopolis. Throughout her lifetime, Frieda dearly loved to play golf and, though she may have been short in stature, she played the game very well. She was also very active in community affairs and made good friends wherever she went. Frieda was a charter member of the Guardian Society of the Disabled American Veterans. Frieda loved to travel and had a very mischievous grin, which would always bring a smile to your face. Frieda is survived by her brother, Victor Baus of Thermopolis, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at sea in the San Diego area this summer. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans or any other charity of choice.
Helen Ide Schattenburg died in her home in Capitola, Calf., on Saturday, March 31, 2007. Services will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2007, at Congregational Church of Soquel at 2 p.m. Burial will follow at Soquel Cemetery.
Benito and Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel have been entrusted with the arrangements.
She was born of German Russian Immigrant parents, Savina Weitzel Herdt and Alex Herdt on a farm in Huntley on Oct. 17, 1926. She completed her high school education at Torrington High School. Helen was baptized and confirmed at the Congregational Church in Torrington. She worked for a few years at the Ben Franklin Store. Helen married Bob Ide and moved to California. After his death she married Allan Schattenburg.
She was a resident of the Capitola and Soquel area for the past 65 years. A driven and successful entrepreneurial woman, she owned and operated various businesses throughout Santa Cruz County.
She first owned the Osocales Theater in Soquel, and later The Santa Cruz Surf Bowl, Santa Cruz Bowl, Capitola Bowl, Madera Bowl and Grady's Market in Capitola. Her career in local entertainment venues and retail spanned over 60 years. Her family remembered her working 16 hour days; displaying work ethics that motivated her younger employees to pursue their careers with positive, hard working attitudes.
She is survived by her husband of Capitola; daughter Pamela Fletcher of Folsom, and son Stephen Ide of Soquel; sisters Irene Fleenor and Betty Latta of Cheyenne and Elnora Griffin of Phoenix, Ariz.; brothers Robert Herdt of Phoenix and Raymond of Torrington; grandchildren Andrew Houghton and Kimberly Lewis; great grandson Aidan Lewis; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Ide; an infant sister; infant grandson Matthew Houghton; sister Alma Eisenbarth; brothers Leo Herdt, Wilbert Herdt, Ted Herdt, Blackie Herdt and Albert Herdt; and a nephew, Joe Griffin.
J. Arling Wiederspahn, 91, of Cheyenne died April 10 at Cheyenne Healthcare Center. He was born Jan. 22, 1916, in Grand Island, Neb., to George and Elizabeth Wiederspahn. They moved to Colorado Springs, Colo., where he grew up and graduated from Palmer High School in 1934. Mr. Wiederspahn moved to Greeley, Colo., in 1934 where he was employed by the Macy Funeral Home and Camfield Hotel. He moved to Cheyenne in 1936, worked for United Airlines as a sheet metal mechanic until leaving for Chicago in 1938 to attend Worsham College of Mortuary Science. After graduating he returned to Cheyenne, working for United Airlines and Worland Mortuary. In 1946, Arling and Robert E. Grace formed a partnership and purchased the Worland Mortuary operating as the Wiederspahn and Grace Mortuary. In 1956, Mr. Wiederspahn built and then opened the Wiederspahn Chapel of the Chimes, which he owned and operated with his wife, Edvina, until their retirement in 1987. Cheyenne Memorial Gardens was purchased in 1967 and in 1979 a crematory was added, which was the first in the state of Wyoming and holds license No. 1. He had been a licensed mortician for 69 years and appointed by Gov. Herschler to serve two terms on the State Board of Embalming; elected Laramie County coroner, serving 12 years, and served as deputy county coroner for several years. He was a member and past president of the National Association of Approved Morticians, elected to the Board of Trustees at Laramie County Community College, serving for 15 years. He was appointed by five different mayors to serve a total of 20 years on the Firemen's Civil Service Commission. He served on The Salvation Army Board for 22 years, was a member and past president of the Laramie County Chapter of the American Red Cross as well as the Board of Goodwill Industries. He was a Boy Scout leader and member and past president of the Deming PTA, where he and his wife were honored with the Parent Teacher Association All Star Parents Award at the 50th anniversary of Deming Grade School. He was also a member of Cheyenne Jaycees (Jr. Chamber of Commerce), receiving the Outstanding Young Man award in 1949, member and past president of Cheyenne Lions Club, active in a number of fraternal organizations, Past Worthy Patron of Mizpah Chapter No. 36 of the Order of Eastern Star, past patron of the Indian Paintbrush Court Order of Amaranth, member of Acacia Lodge No. 11 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, member of Korein Shrine and Wyoming Consistory No. 1, Past Associate Guardian of Job's Daughters Bethel No. 33 and he often chaperoned many Bethel activities. He was a long-time member of Gideon International and held a lifetime membership in the Elks Lodge No. 660. He was a member of Zion Congregational Church where he served as Sunday school superintendent, a member and past president of the Church Board and as a deacon. After retirement, Mr. and Mrs. Wiederspahn spent several months a year in Peoria, Ariz., and attended Desert Palms Presbyterian Church, where also served as a Stephen minister. Arling Wiederspahn is survived by his two children and their spouses, Janet and Dwight Haught and Al Wiederspahn and Cynthia Lummis, all of Cheyenne; grandchildren, LaRon Hogg-Haught of San Francisco, LaRae Reid and her husband, James of Hollister, Calif., Trenton Hogg and his wife, Melissa of Cheyenne and Annaliese Wiederspahn of Cheyenne; great-grandchildren, Shane, Nathan and Quinn Dirksen of Hollister and Louden Hogg of Cheyenne; a sister-in-law, Irene Lamb; several nieces and nephews; and his extended family includes David Haught and his wife Cindy of Sheridan, Don Haught and his wife Robin and Doug Haught and his wife Julie, all of Torrington; eight great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edvina, whom he married March 17, 1938; his parents, George and Elizabeth Wiederspahn; two sisters, Barbara Weber and Rose Lamb; and two brothers, Conrad Wiederspahn and Robert Wiederspahn. Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes with the Rev. Elmer Wilhelm officiating. Interment will be at Beth El Cemetery. Friends may contribute to the Arling and Edvina Wiederspahn Scholarship at Laramie County Community College, 1400 East College Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82007 or Wyoming Chapter of Alzheimer's Association, 119 3rd Street, Douglas WY 82631.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 13 Apr 2007
Loretta Mary Benzel, 79, of Scottsbluff, died Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at her home. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 14, at Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Cremation will be held after the service with a private family interment to follow at a later date at Sunset Memorial Park. A memorial has been established to Salem Congregational Church. Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel Friday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com Loretta was born Nov. 2, 1927, in Angora, Neb. to Albin Leo and Josephine (Terasinski) Chlopek. She married Ben Benzel June 22, 1946, in Scottsbluff. She retired from the Midwec Corporation as a supervisor of quality control. Loretta was a member of Salem Congregation Church, the Study Circle and Reach Out programs of the church. She is survived by her husband Ben; sons and daughter-in-law, Benjamin and Karen Benzel of The Villages, Fla. and William L. Benzel of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Doug Strauch of Mitchell; sister, Annabelle McGhee of Bakersfield, Calif., grandchildren, Randy (Melea) Benzel of Castle Rock, Colo., Renee (Brian) Bernhard, Commerce City, Colo., Russell Benzel, Firestone, Colo., Hunter (Beverly) Strauch, Gering, Megan Hanshew, San Diego, Calif., and Heidi Strauch of Mitchell; great-grandchildren, Kendal Benzel, Cameron Benzel, Courtney Benzel, Simon Bernhard, Riley Strauch and Emily Strauch. Loretta was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Victor Silver, Edward Chlopek and John Chlopek and sisters, Frances Sterkel and Bernadette Cornelius.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 17 Apr 2007
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Karen E. Demand, 62, passed away Friday, April 13, 2007. A funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, April 19, at the funeral home with the Rev. Mark D. Barz will be officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Sunset North Funeral Home, 910 North Loop 1604 East (Inside Between Stone Oak Parkway and Hwy 281. The interment with military honors will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to your local chapter of the American Cancer Society. To leave a message for the family, please log on to www.mem.com. Arrangements are with: Sunset North Funeral Home, 910 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78232, (210) 495-7770 She was born March 15, 1944, in Sidney, Neb. to George Batt and Eva Fertig Batt. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of Crown of Life Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband, Sylvan "Ray" Demand of San Antonio; sisters, Delorse Kautz and her husband George of Temple, Texas, Donna Wright and her husband Jim of Westminster, Colo., Dorothea Batt of Gering; brothers, Wayne Batt and his wife Betty of Mitchell; Ed Batt and his wife Carol of Scottsbluff, Gary Batt and his wife Nancy of Gering, and numerous nieces and nephews.
ROUNDUP - Lorene V. Zimmerman, 86, of Roundup, passed away at home on Sunday, April 15, 2007, surrounded by her family. Lorene was born Aug. 19, 1920, at her parents' homestead at the foot of the Snowies. She was the sixth of 10 children born to Noah and Frona Basinger. In 1923, the family moved to Roundup, where she received her schooling. Lorene was helping Mary Zimmerman cook for a threshing crew when it started to rain, so she and Emil decided this was as good a day as any to get married. So Sept. 9, 1938, was the beginning of the 68 years of wedded bliss. Lorene and Emil spent 41 years on the ranch north of Roundup raising cattle and kids before retiring back in Roundup in 1979. Lorene was a charter member of the Flatwillow Home Demonstration Club, the oldest living member of the Roundup Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star in Grass Range and a charter member of the Sassy Sewing Club. She loved to travel and was always ready to go on a trip, whether it was long or short. She especially enjoyed the day trips she and Emil took exploring Montana. Lorene was predeceased by two brothers, four sisters and two grandsons. She is survived by her husband, Emil, of nearly 69 years; her children, Larry (Shirley) Zimmerman, Jim (Carma) Zimmerman, Mary Lynn (Bill) Edwards, Jack (Tami) Zimmerman and Deb Ray; brothers Sylvan (Daisy) Basinger, Vern (Marie) Basinger; and sister Florence Wacker; sisters-in-law Ruth Stoltz and Anita Jo Jones; brothers-in-law Charlie (Nola) Brumfield and Dick (Donna) Brumfield; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces. We will all miss you, Mom. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at Wier Funeral Chapel. Interment to follow at the Roundup City Cemetery.
Arthur John Kautzmann, 73, owner of the Bonanza Health Foods Store for the past 31 years, peacefully passed away Sunday evening, April 15, 2007, at his Billings home, in the presence of his immediate family. He courageously battled various heath issues for 16 years and finally yielded to cancer. Art was born in Bismarck, N.D., to Anton and Johanna Kautzmann on March 20, 1934; he was the youngest of eight children. In 1952, he graduated from Mandan High School in Mandan, N.D., where he loved drama and music. Following high school, he attended North Dakota State University's School of Pharmacy, graduating in 1956. Art moved to Billings to complete his pharmaceutical internship and there, he met his wife of 50 years, Delores J. Bourne. A pharmacist for 20 years, Art worked for Hebner's Pharmacy, Hummel Drug, Glendive's Northern Pacific Beneficial Association Hospital Pharmacy, St. Vincent's Hospital Pharmacy and was a partner in Gallagher's Pharmacy before opening his pharmacy - "Medical Arts Pharmacy" - in 1967. In 1976, Art took his extensive pharmacy background to the health industry when he purchased the Bonanza Health Foods Store. The Bonanza, a family-run business, continues to serve as one of the largest health food stores in the Northwest - one of Art's proudest accomplishments. In 1974, Art's life changed forever when he found "new life" as a born-again Christian through the Lord Jesus Christ. The Lord filled him with Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness and Faithfulness (Gal 5:22) and his testimony will continue to live through his many family and friends. Art loved watching his children and grandchildren participate in sports and school activities. Incredibly, he attended every possible event, home or away. No game was too far away and even the worst blizzard on the road to Havre couldn't keep him from going. Art was the definition of "sports fan"; he attended local high school football and basketball games and was a "regular" in the stands for Billings Mustangs games. In 1991, Art retired from full time operation of the health food store after suffering a stroke in December of 1990. He did, however, visit the store daily while his daughter Arthel and son-in-law Jerry Vincent managed the store. Art was an avid hunter and fisherman, but turned to playing cards at the senior citizen center as his health slowed him down. He loved meeting with family and friends over coffee to share stories and jokes; his humor was endless and he loved to laugh. His routine also included an exercise program at St. Vincent's hospital. He participated in the St. Vincent's volunteer program and loved to share e-mails with family and friends. Art considered his wife (Delores), his three children (Arthel, Duey, Amy), his three children-in-law (Jerry, Cassie, Jeff), his eight grandchildren (Jennifer, Colter, Andrea, Joel, Jake, Callie, Krista, Caden) and his one great-grandchild (Madison), his greatest blessings and treasures. Art is survived by his wife, Delores; daughters Arthel (Jerry) Vincent and Amy (Jeff) Satrom of Billings and son Lt. Col. (Ret.) Duey (Cassie) Kautzmann, Irving, Texas; his grandchildren, Jennifer (Nick) Lambert, Andrea and Joel Vincent, Jake and Krista Dunn, Caden Satrom, Colter and Callie Kautzmann; his great-granddaughter, Madison Lambert. He is also survived by his two sisters, Clara Lubke of Mandan and Margie (George) Haider of Billings; sisters-in-law Edna Kautzmann and Rosie Kautzmann as well as countless nieces and nephews and many dear friends. He is preceded in death by his son, Roland; and daughter Karen; his parents, Anton and Johanna; his brothers, Gene, Harry, Edmond, Emanuel; and his sister, Maggie. Viewing will be held on Friday, April 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. (family will be present) or Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. A memorial service will be held at West Side Baptist Church, 323 S. 32nd St. W. (corner of 32nd Street West and Monad) on Saturday, at 2 p.m., in Billings. A reception at the church will follow the service. Cremation will follow Saturday's viewing and interment will take place on Monday, April 23, 10 a.m., at Terrace Gardens Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Rocky Mountain Hospice and/or Westside Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Fund.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 19 Apr 2007
Dave Green, 100, of Scottsbluff, died Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at the Northfield Medical Center in Gering. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 21, at Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Visitation will be Friday, April 20, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a Prayer Service beginning Friday evening at 7 p.m. Memorials are to the Salem Congregation Church or to Prairie Haven Hospice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com. Dave was born April 1, 1907, in Herington, Kan. to Nick and Katherine (Spahn) Green. He received his education in western Nebraska and worked on the family farm. Dave married Mary Green Jan. 26, 1930, in Scottsbluff. The couple farmed north of Scottsbluff for a number of years before moving south of Gering where they farmed for 40 years before retirement in 1982. Following his retirement, Dave moved into Scottsbluff where he continued to enjoy the outdoors by tending to his garden. He was a longtime member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff. Dave is survived by his daughter, Arlene Harimon and her husband Reinnie of Minatare and son, Marvin Green and his wife Ann of Gering; sister, Annie Green of Scottsbluff; grandchildren, Doug Harimon, Laura Harimon, Chris Green, Shelle Petersen, and Monica Connell; great-grandchildren, Jason Harimon, Brian Petersen, Tyler Petersen, Dylan Petersen, and Gavin Connell. His parents, wife Mary, four brothers and one sister preceded Dave in death.
Lulu M. "Lou" Steege, 81, of Cheyenne died April 17 at Cheyenne Healthcare Center. She was born April 24, 1925, in Broomfield, Colo., and had lived here since 1926. She retired in 1979 from the Wyoming Highway Department where she worked as a server in the cafeteria. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and a crochet class. Mrs. Steege is survived by three daughters, Debbie Richardson of Cheyenne, Janice Hudak of Fort Collins, and Bonnie McAffee of Lander; three step-children, Sherry Welch of Danville, Ill., Tom Steege of Mount Vernon, Ill., and Janice Bergstrom of Lander; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Steege; parents, Adolph and Lydia Schick; a sister, Edna Urich; and her first husband, LeRoy Hennings. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel with the Rev. Elmer Wilhelm officiating. Interment will take place at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens. Friends may send contributions to St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
Mary Lou Ruff, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, went to meet her Lord and Savior on April 17, 2007, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 9, 1928, in Morganville, Kan., to Charles and Ruth Kisby. Mary Lou was the third oldest of six children. She graduated from high school in Clifton, Kan., in 1946, and moved to Billings in 1948, where she was employed at the Billings Laundry. On July 10, 1948, Mary Lou met her future husband, John, during a blind date. They were married on June 24, 1950, and enjoyed 56 wonderful years together. During that time, they had three children: Stephen, David and Nannette. For the past recent months, Mary Lou resided at the Butterfly Homes, working hard at recovering from a stroke well enough to enable her to return home. Mary Lou enjoyed painting, sewing and crafts of all sorts. She volunteered at a number of places, such as South Park Senior Center, and was a member for over 50 years at the Pilgrim Congregational Church, where she was baptized. She really enjoyed the company of her grandchildren, traveling and sight-seeing, camping, gardening and visiting with friends and relatives. Mary Lou is survived by her husband, John; and her three children, Stephen (Janlee) Ruff, David Ruff, Nannette (James) Dahlberg; four grandchildren, Erich, Bryan and Daniel Ruff, and Kaitlyn Dahlberg. She is also survived by one brother, Larry Kisby; and three sisters, Dorothy Evango, Della Collette and Charlene Stites. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Butterfly Homes, as well as the staff at Fourth Floor TCU at the Billings Clinic for all their encouragement, support and loving care they provided to Mom. Viewing will be Thursday, April 19, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Smith Downtown Chapel, and prior to services at the church. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 20, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 409 S. 36th. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Philip Kaiser, age 86, died on April 21st, 2007 at the Bright View Assisted Living Facility in Arbutus, Maryland. He had been ill and passed away peacefully from complications due to pneumonia. Mr. Kaiser was born on May 20th, 1920 in Visalia, California and is preceded in death by his parents, who were of Volga German decent, Philip Kaiser and Maria Katherine “Kattie” Simon of Warenburg, Russia. His parents emigrated from Russia to Fresno, California in 1907. Mr. Kaiser was the tenth of thirteen children.
On August 11th, 1943, he married Mildred Karl, who was born on December 31, 1922 in Fresno, California. Both of her parents, John Peter Karle and Katherine Wills (Andreas) were also of Volga German descent and resided in Fresno, California. Mr. Kaiser was in the Navy during WWII and then worked for the Lucerne Milk Company. He also was employed for many years as a Pure-Pak operator for the Producer’s Dairy Plant in Fresno. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mildred, his oldest daughter Kathi and her husband Michael Parli of Maryland, their children, son Jason, daughter-in-law Alexis and children Jackson and Bennet of Long Island, New York, and daughter Tiffany Parli of Maryland. Philip Kaiser is also survived by his son, Darrel and daughter-in-law, Betty of Corpus Christi, Texas. On April 24th, 2007, there will be a memorial service in Arbutus, Maryland.
Henry Logan Roth DOB:4/30/1917 DOD:4/19/2007 Henry Logan Roth, 89, passed away at home April 19, 2007, in La Quinta, Calif. Henry was born to Henry L. Roth Sr. and Margaret Lillian Roth on April 30, 1917, in Kansas City, Mo. He attended the University of Nebraska before moving to California to begin his 50-year career with Beneficial Standard Life Insurance Company. He retired as Chairman of the Board in 1984. He served on the boards of the California Canadian Bank, The Balboa Bay Club and Mission Hills Country Club. He is listed in Who's Who in America. He was an accomplished speaker and storyteller. He married Margaret Quisenberry on Sept. 20, 1943, in Los Angeles. They settled in Toluca Lake, Calif., to raise their children. Henry loved the ocean and he and his family spent many years boating in Newport Beach. He and Margaret retired to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, where they spent 15 wonderful years golfing, enjoying the beautiful sunsets and spending time with friends. Henry served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy as a Radar Technician in the Pacific Theatre aboard submarines. He was discharged at the rank of LT. JG. Henry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margaret; his children, Donald Roth of La Quinta, Calif.; Susan Giglio of Fort Collins; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. During his career, Henry enjoyed helping young business professionals further their careers and realize their full potential. Visitation will take place at 3 p.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, Calif., with a private family rosary at 4 p.m. The funeral will take place at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in La Quinta, Calif. Forest Lawn Cathedral City is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Scholarship America or a charity of your choice.
Ray D. Stroh, 90, of Loveland, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2007, at 5 p.m. at Medical Center of the Rockies. Ray was born Oct. 16, 1916, to John K. and Anna M. (Bauer) Stroh. He was raised on the farm in Berthoud, schooled in Loveland, Berthoud and Greeley. He was in the gasoline and oil business for several years before entering the military. He joined the 8th U.S. Armed Air Force and was schooled at Nebraska University as a flight engineer and transferred to San Marcos Navigation Air Force Base where he finished training classes in 1943 before being injured and discharged from Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio. Ray was a renowned boxer, winning the Golden Glove Championship three years in a row before turning professional. Ray retired from boxing and married Lorraine A. Bear in Comanche, Texas, on Nov. 7, 1938. Ray became an auctioneer, traveling through the United States for Ford Motor Company and doing cattle, horse, machinery and estate sales. The auction business evolved into the real estate brokerage business and the two were combined into Stroh & Co. Realty & Auctions Inc. Ray was a charter member of the Loveland Board of Realtors, served in all the offices of the board and was named Realtor of the Year. Ray was a member of the First United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee, Loveland Elks Lodge and served on several city committees. He retired from the Loveland Fire Department and director of the Home State Bank. He was a member of American Legion and D.A.V. Ray loved gardening, travel and helping people. Ray's wife, Lorraine, predeceased him in death May 16, 2004, and he is survived by two sons, David Stroh and wife, Sheryl, of San Jose, Calif., Daniel G. Stroh and wife, Debbie, of Berthoud; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Cremation has been conducted. Memorial services will be t 10 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Grant in Loveland. Private family inurement will be in Loveland Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Larimer County Multiple Sclerosis Foundation or charity of donor's choice in care of Kibbey Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Ave., Loveland, Colo. 80537.
*Marie Elizabeth WILHELM* , 100, of Fort Collins passed away April 18, 2007. Marie was born in Trego County, Kan., on May 24, 1906, to David and Elisabeth Deines Jr., and was baptized at the Zion Lutheran Church, Trego Center, Kan. Her family moved to Galatia, Kan., where she met and married Alexander Wilhelm in 1929 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. They moved back to WaKeeney until 1942, then moved to Denver and on to Fort Collins in 1946. Marie was a current member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She enjoyed traveling and music. Marie loved spending time with her and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her brother, Paul Deines of WaKeeney, Kan., and her sisters, Rachel and Ella Fabrizius of WaKeeney, Kan. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Lauren Andrist of Fort Collins, Lynelle Shubert of WaKeeney and Ryan Andrist of Fort Collins; and six great-grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Alexander, daughter LaVonne, three brothers and one sister. There will be a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. today, April 20, at Allnutt Riverside Chapel. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Collins. There will be an interment and graveside service at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 23, at Roselawn Cemetery in Fort Collins. Contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Organ Fund in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1530 Riverside Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please view Marie's online obituary, send condolences and sign the guest book at www.allnutt.com.
Ruth Cora Batt, 94, passed away April 21, 2007, at Park View Nursing Home in Billings. She was born May 6, 1912, in Albuquerque, N.M. Ruth married Cyrus Halverson in 1929 and they had five children: Glen (Adeline) Halverson, Reece (Gloria) Halverson, Jean (Bill) Harvey, Geraldine (Cecil) Miller and Terry Achten. In 1957, she met and married Jacob Batt. They had many friends around Billings, whom they loved to share their fresh vegetables from their large garden. Many of their grandchildren loved to raid the garden and run wild around the farm. She also loved to visit with her special friend, Peggy Wilson, and many of her 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by Cyrus Halverson, Jacob Batt, Glen Halverson, Terry Achten and Jacob Chavez. She was well loved and will be missed deeply. Per Ruth's request, there will be no public funeral, but a reception will be held at 12 noon on Friday, April 27, at the War Bonnet Inn on South 27th Street in Billings. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
LAUREL - Lydia Fox, 96, passed away at Tender Nest in Laurel, Saturday morning, April 21, 2007. She was born in Lincoln, Neb., March 23, 1911, to George Phillip Knaub and Marie Katherine (Reil) Knaub, and baptized in the Plymouth Congregational Church in Lincoln. The family moved to Laurel, where she was confirmed in the First Congregational Church. She married Henry H. Fox, Jr. on Jan. 20, 1929, at the First Congregational Church. From this marriage were born four children: Meriem, James, Terrance and Debby. They farmed in and around the Laurel area until their retirement in the 1970s. Henry passed away March 21, 1989, shortly after celebrating their 60-year wedding anniversary. Lydia continued to live on the family farm for many years, raising her garden and helping her grandchildren. Lydia worked tirelessly for her church, teaching Sunday School, cooking at Church Camp, helping serve meals at Farm Sales, the annual harvest dinner, chili supper and meals for mourners at funerals. She was a member of Ladies Aid and Dorcus Society. One of her greatest joys was the fellowship of the weekly quilting circle at the Church. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren received gifts of handmade quilts and afghans from her sewing abilities. She was a 40-year member of Zidonian Chapter #50 Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include a son, James (Linda) Fox; daughter, Debby Diede; son-in-law Bill Ungefug; sister-in law Esther Frank; grandchildren Jim (Mary) Ungefug, Tom (Vonnie) Ungefug, Lissa (Scott) White, Douglas (Niki) Fox, Linette (Kent) Lanclos, Danielle (Justin) Dall, Brett Diede; and 10 great-grandchildren, Henry, Katcha, Lynda and Brenda Fox, Chelsea and Jenny White, Ariel Ungefug, Tanner Diede, Matthew and Mason Dall. Her mother; father; seven brothers and sisters; husband; daughter, Meriem Ungefug; and son Terrance Lee Fox preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, April 26, at First Congregational Church at Laurel. Memorials are suggested to the First Congregational Church, PO Box 995, Laurel, MT 59904 or Zidonian Chapter #50 OES. Thank you to the staff of Tender Nest for your love and care of Lydia for the past four years. Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel was in charge of arrangements.
Leroy Albert "Le" Zeller passed to a heavenly home on Monday, April 16, 2007. While on vacation in Perry, Ga., with his beloved wife Shirley, Le suffered a massive stroke and heart attack. He often expressed his faith, by saying "as long as I can remember, I believed and knew Jesus is my Savior." Memorial services for Le will be held on Friday April 27, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City, where he sang in the choir, served as an elder and congregation president. He was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Elgin, N.D., reared in Leith and was preceded in death by his parents Albert "Allie" Zeller and mother Lorentina (Rekow) Zeller. Le graduated from ND School of Forestry and earned a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management from Utah State University, where he also lettered in baseball. His radio and television productions supporting wildlife education won multiple awards for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. He independently wrote, recorded and distributed an early radio program "Down by the Crawdad Hole." Out of this came the love of radio, TV and film production shared by sons Gregory and Aaron. Le's passions also included hunting, fishing and sports. He was a Guide and Outfitter for 28 years, a former member of MOGA and served on the Outfitters Council for State of MT. He coached youth baseball and was a MOA basketball and softball official. Le married "the love of his life," Shirley Ann (Lavachek) on Aug. 26, 1958. Six sons, one daughter, 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter blessed this union: Gregory (Laurie), Helena, and children Nicole (Tal Conner), Courtney (great-granddaughter Maya), Gregory Scott and Samuel; Michelle (Reid Wick, Jr.), New Orleans, and son Christian; Lowell (Elizabeth), Billings, and children Adam, Joshua, Amanda (Mathers Heuck) and Michael Wertz; Kirk (Kimberly), Kennewick, Wash., and children Kyle, Kendra and Korey; Paul (Aush), Rialto, Calif.; Monte (Marlo), Grants Pass, Ore., and daughters Fallon and Shelby; Aaron of New Orleans/Berlin. Le is also survived by his brother Deane H. Zeller, Boise, Idaho; sister and brothers-in-law Dorothy (Lavachek) and David Schwartz; Maurice (Helen), Lyle (Mary) and Keith (Judy) Lavachek along with numerous aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church "Journey of Faith" project
Leroy Albert "Le" Zeller passed to a heavenly home on Monday, April 16, 2007. While on vacation in Perry, Ga., with his beloved wife Shirley, Le suffered a massive stroke and heart attack. He often expressed his faith, by saying "as long as I can remember, I believed and knew Jesus is my Savior." Memorial services for Le will be held on Friday April 27, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City, where he sang in the choir, served as an elder and congregation president. He was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Elgin, N.D., reared in Leith and was preceded in death by his parents Albert "Allie" Zeller and mother Lorentina (Rekow) Zeller. Le graduated from ND School of Forestry and earned a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management from Utah State University, where he also lettered in baseball. His radio and television productions supporting wildlife education won multiple awards for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. He independently wrote, recorded and distributed an early radio program "Down by the Crawdad Hole." Out of this came the love of radio, TV and film production shared by sons Gregory and Aaron. Le's passions also included hunting, fishing and sports. He was a Guide and Outfitter for 28 years, a former member of MOGA and served on the Outfitters Council for State of MT. He coached youth baseball and was a MOA basketball and softball official. Le married "the love of his life," Shirley Ann (Lavachek) on Aug. 26, 1958. Six sons, one daughter, 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter blessed this union: Gregory (Laurie), Helena, and children Nicole (Tal Conner), Courtney (great-granddaughter Maya), Gregory Scott and Samuel; Michelle (Reid Wick, Jr.), New Orleans, and son Christian; Lowell (Elizabeth), Billings, and children Adam, Joshua, Amanda (Mathers Heuck) and Michael Wertz; Kirk (Kimberly), Kennewick, Wash., and children Kyle, Kendra and Korey; Paul (Aush), Rialto, Calif.; Monte (Marlo), Grants Pass, Ore., and daughters Fallon and Shelby; Aaron of New Orleans/Berlin. Le is also survived by his brother Deane H. Zeller, Boise, Idaho; sister and brothers-in-law Dorothy (Lavachek) and David Schwartz; Maurice (Helen), Lyle (Mary) and Keith (Judy) Lavachek along with numerous aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church "Journey of Faith" project
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 25 Apr 2007
Michael Douglas Minich, 55, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, April 21, 2007, surrounded by his family at his home in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, at the Hemingford Congregational Church with Pastor Michael Stein officiating. Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery. Memorials may be given in care of the family at 726 West 25th Street, Scottsbluff, NE 69361. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Michael was born Dec. 10, 1951, in Alliance to Robert Douglas and Devona C. (Christensen) Minich of Hemingford. He was married to Jill Schoolcraft in Dal-ton, Neb. in 1972. To this union two sons, Scotty and Troy were born. In 1997 Mike and Jill were divorced. Michael married his soul mate Melody Kay (Sinner) Fritzler Feb. 12, 2000, in Scottsbluff. Michael worked for Pepsi before he began his employment with the City of Alliance. This was his calling as he loved the outdoors and this job gave him that. He loved to go hunting and fishing and being with friends. After his parents passed away Mike and Mel moved to the family farm until his health required their move to Scottsbluff. His survivors are his wife, Melody; sons, Scotty (Regina) Minich and Troy Daniel Minich of Alliance; grandchildren Rhiannon, Cody and Katelynne Minich. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 25 Apr 2007
BAYARD - Sharon "Toots" Nerud, 63, died Friday, April 20, 2007, at her home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her Funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, at the Hope Congregational Church in Bayard with Pastor Ted Meter officiating. Interment will be in the Bayard Cemetery. A Memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice. Friends may call at the Church, Tuesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at which time the casket will be closed. Jolliffe Funeral Home in Bridgeport is in charge of the arrangements. Her obituary may be viewed at jolliffefuneral-home.com, where condolences may left and will be forwarded to her family. Sharon was born July 20, 1943, in Morrill County, Neb., the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Heimbuck) Miller. She received her education at the Highland Grade School and the Minatare High School. "Toots" was united in marriage to Steve Nerud, July 20, 1960. "Toots" was a hair-dresser and later opened her own beauty shop in Bayard, "Toots" Beauty Shop. "Toots" enjoyed fishing, camping and riding horses. But she especially enjoyed her dogs and spending time in her yard. "Toots" was a member of the Hope Congregational Church, and was a board member of the Bayard Senior Center and cooked for the center. "Toots" would do anything for anyone and will be missed by a great many people but especially by her family. Survivors include "Toots" mother Elizabeth Miller of Bayard; husband, Steve of Bayard; son and daughter-in-law, David and Kim Nerud of Clear Lake, S.D.; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Kurtis Feil of Lovelock, Nev.; son, Stacy Nerud of Lincoln, Neb.; son and daugh-ter-in-law, Craig and Ronnie Nerud of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; brothers, Howard Miller of Escalante, Utah, Dick Miller of Bayard, Robert Miller of Cortez, Colo.; sister, Kathy Mitchell of Crawford; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her father and sister-in-law Jane Miller preceded her in death.
LAUREL - Harold J. Baker, of Laurel, passed away at the Billings Clinic, April 23, 2007, at the age of 88. He was born in Wellington, Colo., on May 31, 1918, a son of Jacob Baker and Elizabeth Brenning Burnhardt. He farmed and ranched in the Yellowstone valley for many years and was later Superintendent of highways in Billings division and the surrounding areas. Harold married Helen Brundage on March 23, 1946. Mrs. Baker died in 1991. Harold was a Western man, known for his work ethic, fairness and love of country. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Survivors include his son, Donald E. (Donna) Baker of Laurel; a sister, Elise Yost; brothers-in-law, Jack Yost and Bob Hammond; and numerous loved and respected nieces and nephews. He will be missed. "In tears, I saw you sinking. I watched you fade away. My heart was broken, you fought so hard to stay. But when I saw you sleeping so peaceful, free from pain, I could not wish you back to suffer that again. It's lonesome here without you and sad in every way. For life is not the same for me since you were called away. It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone, for part of me went with you when God took you home." Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, April 28, in the Bullis Funeral Chapel. Interment with Masonic rites will be held in the Custer Cemetery. Bullis Mortuary of Hardin has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Victor Ehlert, 91, a resident of Meadow View Manor for the last six years, went home to his Lord and Savior Thursday morning, April 26, 2007. Victor was born August 2, 1915 in Sheboygan, the youngest of four boys, to Christian and Juliana (Spies) Ehlert, German-Russian immigrants. He was a lifelong, faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church, having been baptized, educated, confirmed, and married there. He was a graduate of Sheboygan High School, Class of 1934. After graduation Vic began his thirty-seven year employment with Verifine Dairy, starting in the ice cream manufacturing division. It was there that he met the love of his life and also lifelong member of Trinity, Lillian Kunstmann. They were united in marriage on February 26, 1938 at the Trinity Church Parsonage. During WW II, Vic proudly served his country by enlisting in the US Navy, stationed in the Pacific Theatre aboard the USS Manatee. After his honorable discharge, he resumed his employment at Verifine Dairy as a milk deliveryman, semi driver, and retired in 1973 from the sales division. He then worked part time at the Sheboygan Glass Co. for seven years. He was a member of the Teamster's Local #75 – Retiree Club. In his younger years Vic enjoyed perch fishing on the North pier. He also took many great annual fishing trips to Canada with friends and family. After retirement Vic and Lil often traveled to Florida and attended many reunions with Vic's US Navy buddies. After nearly sixty-two years of a wonderful marriage, Lillian preceded him in death on January 24, 2000. Vic is survived by his son, Scott Ehlert of Kohler; his daughter, Julianne Ehlert of New Holstein; his grandson, V.J. Bradley Zibung and his granddaughter, Rebecca Zibung, both of Chicago; a niece, Marion (Jack) Theune of Sheboygan; and other relatives and friends. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Henry, John, and Edward.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2007 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Rev. Timothy J. Mech, Pastor, will officiate. A time of visitation and support will be held Sunday evening from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ballhorn Chapels and at the church Monday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name. Vic's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the great staff at Meadow View Manor for their diligence and care over the years. A special thank you to Vic's faithful friends, Jake, Sonny and John, for all those Wednesday morning visits which meant so much to him. Vic will always be remembered for his great sense of humor, his quick wit, and strength of character. His loyalty to his wife through the years served as an example of the true meaning of love. He was an inspiration to his family and the values he instilled in his grandchildren will guide their lives forever. He will be deeply missed by all those who loved him. email condolences to support@ballhornchapels.com
Phillip's wife was Peggy Lee Klosterman d.o. Walter H and Eleaner L. ZAHN Klosterman per church records. Phillip J. Sprengel, 57, of 1512 S. 12th Street, died Monday morning, April 30, 2007 at Meadow View Manor Nursing Home where he had been the past three weeks. Born January 21, 1950 in Sheboygan, Phil was the son of Carol Barthel Sprengel and the late John "Jack" Sprengel. He attended area grade schools and graduated from North High School. Phillip then went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969. Phil was the owner and operator of Sprengel's Sole and Heel for 25 years. He previously worked for the Jung Shoe Company. He enjoyed golfing, trap shooting, and playing cribbage. He is survived by his daughter, Tara and Mark Wagner, Sheboygan Falls; grandchildren, Tia, Alex, and Brett Wagner, Sheboygan Falls; his mother, Carol Sprengel, Sheboygan Falls; his brother, Richard Sprengel and his special friend, Jeanine Mannchen, Sheboygan; sisters, Linda and Stanley Andre, and Marti Trost, both of Sheboygan Falls, Patti and Tim Kopf, Sheboygan, and Christine and Terry Barchacky, Sheboygan Falls; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack. Private family services will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Condolences may be emailed to the family at phillipsprengel@lippertfuneralhome.com. The Lippert-Olson Funeral Home has been entrusted with Phillip's arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 3 May 2007
Gus Engstrom, 94, of Gering, passed from this life on Monday, April 30, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 3, at St. John's Lutheran Church, 23rd and Broadway, Scottsbluff with Rev. Jeffrey Grams officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery. Memorials have been established to St. John's Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice. Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Gus was born to Gustav A. and Mollie (Margheim) Engstrom Oct. 24, 1912, in Mitchell. Gus never really got to know his father as he passed away when he was a very young child. Gus' mother remarried Fred Ott Sr. and through this union Gus obtained three brothers, Fred Ott Jr., George Ott, and Bill Ott and two sisters, Irene and Betty. He loved the land and his early career choice was to be a farmhand and then later after he met the love of his life, to farm on his own. He met and later married Mollie Schwartz of Scottsbluff Nov. 25, 1934. To this union were born three sons, Johnny, Tommy, and Billy Engstrom. Gus retired from the farm in 1953, and began working for Lockwood Corporation. He retired from there after 19 years. Still wanting to keep busy, he then went to work for his two younger sons, Tom and Bill at Engstrom Fertilizer and Chemical Company. In 1988, at the age of 76, he finally retired for the last time. Survivors include his sons, John G. (Ann) Engstrom, Tom E. (JoAnn) Engstorm of Gering and Bill C. (Harlean) Engstrom of Rapid City, S.D.; brother, George (Pauline) Ott of Scottsbluff; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death in 1988, was his wife of 63 years, Mollie; a daughter, two brothers, two sis-ters, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Fort Morgan Times Fort Morgan, Colorado 05-03-2007
Marvin E. Teter, 64, a former Hillrose resident, died April 25 at his home in Broomfield. Teter was born Dec. 26, 1942, in Brush to Elliott and Florence (Lebsock) Teter. He attended Hillrose School before moving to Littleton, where he graduated. He married Lydia Hernandez Dec. 30, 1961. He served in the U.S. Army from 1961-1964. After his ischarge, he was the manager for Beneficial Finance and owned several restaurants and lounges in the Denver area. The last 25 years he was in gold mining and owned the D.S. Mine Development in Dolan Springs, Ariz. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. Teter is survived by his wife, Lydia, and son, Derek Teter, both of Broomfield; daughters, Sheree Goetz of Westminster and Cindy Maul of Erie; a brother, Melvin Teter, and sisters, Helen Emhovick and Patricia Manning, all of Brush, and Barbara Sapp of Nebraska; and four granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, William and Bobby. Services were held Monday at the Arvada Methodist Church. Rundus Funeral Home of Broomfield was in charge of the arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 3 May 2007
SIDNEY - Martha Schnell 90 years, 2 months and 12 days, died Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at the Golden Living Center in Sidney. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 4, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sidney with Pastor Bradley Heinecke officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions are to the family's choice. Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements. Martha (Burbach) Schnell was born Feb. 19, 1917, in Scottsbluff, the daughter of Henry and Pauline (Wassemiller) Burbach. On February 11, 1934 she was united in marriage to Conrad P. Schnell at Scottsbluff. The family lived and farmed in the Scottsbluff and Minatare area until moving to Sidney in 1940. They moved to Alliance in 1945. While living in Alliance she taught Bible Class and Sunday School for both Pastor Meyer and Pastor Huber at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. They moved to the Sidney area in 1955. Following a short time in California and Washington, they moved back to Sidney in 1960. Martha worked at the Memorial Hospital for 25 years as both a floor nurse and circulating nurse in surgery. She retired from the Hospital in 1982. Following her husband's death in 1991, Martha became involved in the Foster Grandparent Program and worked at South School until 2004 when she retired from the School Program. During her time at South, she gained many 'grandchildren'. Martha is survived by her daughters, Shirley Schnell of Gering, Gladys Lancaster of Bayard and Kathryn Patterson and husband Art of Rapid City, S.D.; brother, Kenneth of Great Falls, Va.; sisters, Elsie Zitterkopf of Bayard, Freda Dalton of Toppenish, Wash., Lucille Campbell of Yakima, Wash., Dorothy Pearson of Vancouver, Wash. and Beverly Nicoli also of Yakima; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Her husband of 57 years; her parents; sisters, Ruth Dalton, Millie Heilbrun and Edna Burbach; brother, Herman and grandson, Sam Patterson, preceded Martha in death.
Reinhold W. Fritz s.o. Julia Yurk Jurk Hettinger Kummer Albers Rusch Hoppe Schreiber
Reinhold W. Fritz, age 78 of Aurora, CO passed away April 25th, 2007. He was born on December 28, 1928 in Sheboygan, WI, the son of the late Reinhold and Julia (Yurk) Fritz. Reinhold was a 1946 graduate of Central High School in Sheboygan and a veteran of the United States Navy. On February 3, 1951, Reinhold married Carol Hettinger at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. He was employed at Kohler Company and later moved to Manitowoc where he worked in the inspection department at Manitowoc Engineering Company. In 1977 Reinhold moved to Aurora, CO where he retired as Quality assurance Manager for General Cable Company in 1991. After a period of retirement in Mesa, AZ, Reinhold and Carol moved back to Colorado in 2000. He is Survived by his wife Carol, his two sons David Fritz (fiancé Cindy Johnson) and John (Kim) Fritz, son-in-law Robert Sucese and five grand children, Michel Sucese (fiancé Amber Perez), David Sucese (companion Melissa Johnson), Cheryl Sucese, Stephen Fritz, Sarah Fritz and Jessica (daughter of Cindy Johnson). Reinhold is also survived by two sisters, Lois Kummer of Plymouth, WI and Jean (Gerald) Albers of Bloomington, IN, sister–in-law Geraldine Rusch of Sheboygan and nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Reinhold was preceded in Death by two daughters, Susan Fritz and Barbara (Fritz) Sucese, two sisters Esther Hoppe and Ruth Schreiber. A memorial service for Reinhold will be held on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at 6:00 pm at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 17700 E. Iliff Avenue, Aurora, CO. with Rev, Mark Voss officiating. A private Inurnment service will be held at Fort Logan Cemetery, Denver, CO. at a later date. A memorial has been established in Reinhold's name and may be directed toward Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. The Sheboygan Press May 03, 2007
CASPER -- Funeral services for Dorothy Jean Hall, 75, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2007, at Bustard Funeral Home by Pastor Mike Cooper of College Heights Baptist Church. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Riverton with graveside services at 3:30 p.m. Friday. She died May 2, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home. She was born Jan. 8, 1932, in Scottsbluff, Neb., the daughter of Jacob and Mollie (Wagner) Wise. She graduated from Riverton High School in 1950. On July 9, 1950, she married Burl Hall in Riverton and they were later divorced. She enjoyed reading, late-night radio and day trips. As a young girl, she loved spending summers on the Schrinar family farm north of Riverton. Survivors include three sons and their wives, Ron Hall , Tom Hall and Marty Hall; one daughter, Mollie DeVore and her husband, all of Casper; 10 grandchildren and one not yet born and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mollie Cloer of Riverton and her only sibling, Albert. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601 or Special Olympics Wyoming, 350 West "A" St., Ste. 101, Casper, 82601. They may also be left at Bustard's.
Herr and Jolliffe Mortuary Fort Morgan, Colorado 05-04-2007
FRED D. “ACE” WEIMER, 89, former Fort Morgan resident, died Wednesday afternoon, May 2, 2007 in Highlands Ranch. He was born December 31, 1917 in Brush to Fred & Marie (Kembel) Weimer. He attended public schools in Fort Morgan. Weimer served in the US Army during WWII where he was stationed in the South Pacific. He married Leah Schlothauer on November 11, 1945 in Fort Morgan. He farmed for the majority of his life, was a successful car salesman, and was an insurance agent and district manager for National Farmers Union Insurance Company. Mr. Weimer is survived by one son, Ron Weimer of Highlands Ranch, CO; one daughter, Karen Barwick of Hazen, ND; three sisters, Lydia Meyer of Brush, CO, Caroline Browne of Washington D.C., and Ruth Anderson of San Diego, CA; three brothers, Sam Weimer of Denver, and Reinhart Weimer and Harry Weimer, both of Fort Morgan; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Leah Weimer; one brother, Reuben Weimer; and two sisters, Marie Weimer and Martha Stark. Visitation will be Monday, May 7th from 4 – 8 PM at the Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 8th at 10:30 AM at the Immanuel Evangelical Church in Fort Morgan with Pastor Bob Tolson officiating. Interment will be in Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan with Military Honors by the VFW Post 2551. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan is in charge of arrangements.
POWELL, Wyo. - Zern Arthur Richendifer, of Powell, died Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at the Veterans Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was 65. He was born April 6, 1942, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to Elwyn H. and Jessie Louise (Steiner) Richendifer. He graduated from Converse County High School in Douglas in 1960 and enlisted in the U.S. Army. Zern and Carol Lynn Drennen were married in Douglas on Sept. 1, 1963. To this union were born three children: sons Jeff and Mike, and daughter Deb. The family moved to Powell in 1975 to purchase the Culligan water softening franchise. Zern later became a fixture in automotive sales in Powell and operated his own automobile sales business after many years as a salesman for local dealerships. He was a member of the Elks and a past Elk of the Year in the Powell Lodge 2303. He was a longtime member of the Powell Fire Department, and his hobbies included fishing, boating, hunting, camping and four-wheeling. He is survived by his mother Jessie of Douglas; his wife, Carol of Powell; sons Jeff (Kristen) of Port Orchard, Wash., Mike (Erika) of Bonney Lake, Wash., and daughter Deb (Nevin) Jacobs of Powell; six grandchildren; brothers Jim (Kerri) of Kaycee, and Ken (Linda) of Riverton. He was preceded in death by his father, Elwyn, in 2000, and his grandson, Ryan Turner Jacobs, in 1986. Funeral services in Powell will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, at Union Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Jarrell Tharp officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Jeff Richendifer, Mike Richendifer, Nevin Jacobs, Jim Richendifer, Greg Richendifer, Andy Jacobs, Eric Jacobs, Nickolas Richendifer and Jackson Zern Richendifer. Services will also be held in Douglas on Tuesday, May 8, 1 p.m., at the Congregational Church with Carol Prochaska officiating. Burial will be in the Douglas Park Cemetery. Thompson Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Our special mother and dear grandmother, Adeline "Addy" Schafer, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, May 5, 2007, of Alzheimers and cancer. She was born March, 5, 1934, in Belfield, N.D., and was the youngest of three children. She graduated from Billings Central High School. She married Michael A. Schafer, the love of her life, in August, 1953, and was married to him until his passing in December, 1992. Addy worked for the public school system driving school bus for many years. Later she worked at the Yellowstone County Detention Center in the commissary helping to keep those inmates in line Her favorite pastimes were spending time with her kids and grandchildren. She loved to dance, travel and enjoyed time at the casinos pushing buttons and having a beer. During her later years she faced many challenges, the loss of her husband, her brother Vic, her sister Jean and the onset of Alzheimers and cancer. She is survived by her children Jim (Renae), Dan, Karen (Gerard) Heffner, Sandy and Carol (Vince) McCowin. She has 10 grandchildren, D. Paul, Doug, Chris, Tanya, Patty, Tyler, Jonathan, Angie (carrying the first great-grandchild), Ashlee and Ali. Mom, you will truly be missed by all your friends and family, and dad is ready to enjoy the beginning of many dances with you. We are grateful you are now at peace, no more suffering and are in the arms of our Lord in Heaven. A special "thank you" to the staff of Moorberg Cottage, especially Nancy, Faith and Vicki. Also, the Autumn Care staff, Big Sky Hospice and Rocky Mountain Hospice. A vigil service will take place at Dahl Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, May 8, at 7 p.m. Memorial services will be held at Holy Rosary Church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery with a luncheon to follow.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 9 May 2007
Frieda E. Prester, 85, of Gering, formerly of Mitchell, died Friday, May 4, 2007, at Heritage Estates in Gering. Memorial Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 11, at The Federated Churches in Mitchell, with Dr. Charles H. Richardson officiating. At her request, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jan Hanson Memorial Scholarship, c/o Pinnacle Bank, 1511 Broadway, Mitchell, Nebraska, 69357. Jones Mortuary in Mitchell is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be e-mailed to the family at jonesmor@charterinternet.com. Frieda was born Nov. 1, 1921, in Alliance, Neb. to Jacob and Anna (Reichel) Hamburg. She married Walter Prester March 2, 1941, in Scottsbluff. To this marriage two daughters were born, Jan and Judy. The couple lived and farmed near Minatare for sixteen years before moving to the Mitchell area in 1957. Frieda worked side by side with Walter on the farm until retiring in 1984. Frieda loved cooking, sewing, doing puzzles and playing games, especially Scrabble, but her greatest joy was her family and her friends. She was proud that she had sewn over 300 quilts. She is survived by her daughter Judy of Highlands Ranch, Colo., grandsons, Jon Hanson and his friend Lesley and son Colton of Ft. Collins, Colo., and Jeff Hanson and his wife Tami of Minden, Neb.; great-grandson, Ethan Hanson and great-granddaughter, Ryleigh Hanson, both of Minden, Neb., son-in-law, Jim Hanson and his wife Nancy of Mitchell and a sister Lillian Potter of Creighton, Neb.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Walter; daughter, Jan Hanson; sisters, Rachel Welsch, Leah Kukas, Helen Ott and brother, Jake Hamburg.
Lorraine M. Haas, 77, of Billings, died Monday, May 7, 2007, at Laurel Evergreen Nursing Home. The daughter of John and Beatrice Haas, Lorraine was born March 14, 1930, in Hebron, N.D. She is survived by her sisters, Frieda Johnson and her family of Laurel and Esther Haas of Billings. The family would like to thank the staff at Laurel Evergreen Nursing Home, Big Sky Hospice and the Medical staff for the loving care Lorraine received. Graveside services will be 9 a.m. Thursday, May 10, at Mountview Cemetery. Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary has charge of arrangements.
Moser Funeral Home Greeley, Colorado 05-09-2007 Elvina Flot (January 1, 1921 - May 7, 2007)
Elvina Flot Elvina Flot, 86, of LaSalle, Colorado, died on Monday, May 7, 2007 at the Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley. She was born on January 1, 1921 in Kersey, Colorado to Henry and Katherine (Lesser) Stroh. Her family farmed in the Kersey-Gill areas where she attended the Valley View School. Elvina married George Flot on November 22, 1938 in Greeley. The couple farmed in the Gill area until moving to LaSalle in 1952. She worked at U.N.C. retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Paul’s Congregational Church. She loved sewing, crocheting and gardening. Survivors include her husband, George Flot of LaSalle; 2 daughters and their husbands, Shirley & Bill Dundas of Loveland, Colorado and Terri & George Kauffman of Castle Rock, Colorado; 2 sons and their wives, Eugene & Delores Flot of LaSalle and Gary & Cathy Flot of Greeley; 8 grandchildren, Lori Kochel, Scott Kendrick, Shelly Flot, Troy Flot, Brent Flot, Lynn Buxman, Justin Kauffman and Kim Edstrom; 11 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Gerri Weber and Diana Kutcher both of Greeley and a brother, Raymond Stroh of Greeley. She is preceded in death by her parents; a son, Ronald Eugene Flot; 4 brothers and 2 sisters. A memorial service to celebrate Elvina’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 14, 2007 at the Moser Funeral Service Chapel, 3501 S. 11th Avenue with a reception to follow at the funeral home. Memorial gifts may be made to the Alzheimer’s Associaton in care of Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Elsie Beresprung b 1897 d.o. Christ Beresprung and Berta GOTH m 19 Aug 1916 Christian Schadt in Ebenezer, St Clair St, Sheboygan. Christian was the son of Christian and Katharina per chuch records. Shirley A. Kuester, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, age 72 of Settlement Court, formerly of Carmen Avenue, passed away Monday afternoon, May 7, 2007 at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa. Born April 27, 1935 in Sheboygan, Shirley was a daughter of the late Frank and Elvira Behrensprung Baumert. She attended area grade schools and graduated from North High School. In 1952, she married Richard Giersch. He preceded her in death on January 2, 1982. In 1985, she married William Jurss who preceded her in death on June 3, 1992. On October 18, 1993, she was united in marriage to George J. Kuester who preceded her in death on November 9, 2006. Shirley and her husband, Richard, owned and operated Auburn Lake Resort from 1971 until 1980. She then worked at McDonald's as a hostess, at Walmart as a sales associate, and most recently as a volunteer grandparent for the Sheboygan Area School District. She attended St. Peter Clavier Catholic Church. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and making floral arrangements, was an excellent cook, and was a gifted artist. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with children. She is survived by her daughters, Deborah (Mark) Schmidling, Franklin,Pamela (Jerome) Kuehl and Paula Schultz, both of Campbellsport, and Donna (Bill) Ney, Two Rivers; 7 grandchildren, Eric and Jeffrey Schmidling, both of Milwaukee, Stacey Schultz, Kewaskum, Michael Schultz, Lomira, Justin Kuehl, Campbellsport, Mellissa (Justin) Hogan, Minneapolis, MN, and Paul Solin, Manitowoc; one great grandson, Austin Ksioszk, Fredonia; her sister, Barbara (Peter) Sagal and her brother, Frank (Cathy) Baumert, both of Sheboygan; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Shirley will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 11, 2007 at the Lippert-Olson Funeral Home, 1132 Superior Avenue. Father Michael Dineen will officiate. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Friday from 3:30 p.m. until the time of service. Following cremation, inurnment will take place in Calvary Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in her name for Hospice programs. Condolences may be emailed to the family at shirleykuester@lippertfuneralhome.com. The Lippert-Olson Funeral Home has been entrusted with Shirley's arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star-Herald Scottsbluff, NE 10 May 2--7
BAYARD - Frieda G. Hoffmann went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 7, 2007, at the age of 104. She passed away in her home at the Chimney Rock Villa Assisted Living in Bayard. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 11, at the Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Bayard with Pastor Dan Zitterkopf officiating. Inurnment will be in the Orange Park Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla. at a later date. Memorials may be sent in her name to a charity of your choice. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Frieda was born Jan. 23, 1903, in Koenigsberg, East Prussia, Germany. She lived there until her marriage to Fritz Hoffmann and then moved to Insterburg, Germany, and later to Berlin. Frieda experienced many interesting and historical events during her long life; she even preformed at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games! She lived in Berlin during World War II, and then immigrated to the United States in 1954, living initially in Tampa, Fla. She taught herself English as she took care of her younger daughter and her family. Her daughter had suffered a stroke shortly after the birth of her second child. The next year Frieda and the family moved to Columbus, Ga. where she received employment at a country club. In 1964, she and the family moved to McGrew, Neb., and five years later they relocated to Bayard and eventually to Scottsbluff. Due to Frieda's strong German accent she couldn't find secretarial work and instead worked in food preparation in various places including the Elks Club and Hiram Scott College. Several years later she moved with her daughter to Jacksonville, Fla. where she was a member of the Murray Hill Presbyterian Church. In 2002, she moved back to Bayard and into assisted living. Frieda loved company and enjoyed seeing her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved singing hymns, playing cards, knitting, and telling stories of her youth and her life in Germany. Survivors include her daughter, Elfriede Martin of Gering; grandchildren, Elaine (Steve) Barber of Jacksonville, Fla., Mike (Cleo) Wooten of Lincoln, Carla (Gary) Gregg of Ainsworth, Kelly Martin of Wichita, Kan., Allen (Maria) Martin of Albuquerque, N.M. and Marci (Marvin) Howard of McGrew; 13 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; her younger daughter, Irmgard Wooten; two brothers; and six sisters. Frieda's determination, sense of humor, and zeal for life kept her happy and active throughout her life. Frieda will be missed by those who knew her. She was an inspiration to us all. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/9/2007 - 5/11/2007.
Charles Harvey Gross, 70, of Billings, formerly of Edgar, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2007, at Billings Clinic, of natural causes. The son of Mike and Leah Gross, he lived at Edgar until he moved into Billings with his mom and dad. He became a resident of St. John's Lutheran Ministries in December of 1998. Preceding him in death are his dad, Mike Gross and his brother, Mike Gerald Gross. Surviving him are his mother, Leah A. Gross of Billings; and sisters, Eleanor M. Gradwohl of Laurel and Connie R. Schuman of Billings; and a niece, Renita Weidler, also of Laurel; his two nephews, Lt. Col. Douglas Gradwohl of Iraq and Shawn D. Schuman of Billings. Viewing will be at Cremation or Funeral Gallery from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 11. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at St. Johns Ocee Chapel. Burial will follow at Rockvale Cemetery. We would like to thank St. Johns for the wonderful care given to him. He was well liked by the staff. Donations may be made to St. Johns or the charity of one's choice. Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/10/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 11 May 2007
LYMAN - Robert "Bob" Allen Johnson, 58, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, surrounded by family. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 11, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Lyman with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Interment will be at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Morrill. Friends who wish may call at the Jones Mortuary Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the Lyman Fire Department. Bob was born in the midst of the '49 blizzard on March 2, at Scottsbluff to Bill D. and Ruth (Meininger) Johnson. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1967 and worked as an auto mechanic at Arnie Jay's Rambler and Covello Chevrolet before returning to farming. He married Gayle Coffee on Sept. 13, 1969, in Torrington, Wyo. He farmed in the Lyman area all of his life, including farming with his Dad until his death in 1995, and was currently involved in farming with his son Mark. He was a member and past board member of the church, and was active in the community, being a good neighbor and friend to all who knew him. Bob had a great passion for life, his family and grandchildren. He loved building and restoring automobiles, and hunting for arrowheads. If you ever met Bob, you were a friend for life. He is survived by his wife Gayle of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Robin and David Davis of Scottsbluff; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Karey Johnson of Lyman; granddaughters, Samantha and Jessica Davis of Scottsbluff; grandsons, Michael and Cody Johnson of Lyman; mother, Ruth Johnson of Lyman; sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Ron Miller of Torrington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Bob Childs of Tor-rington; nephews, Corey and Brian Childs, and Doug Miller; nieces, Kim Stokes and Lisa Spears; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. His father, and in-laws Robert and Barbara Coffee preceded him in death.
Scootsbluff Star-Herald Scottsbluff, NE 13 May 2007
Elsie Iva (Lorenz) Gibson, 91, of Scottsbluff, formally of Hemet, Calif., died in her home May 10, 2007. She requested to be cremated and no formal service be held. Anyone wishing to give a memorial in her name, please make your gift to Prairie Haven Hospice. Elsie was born March 31, 1916, in Elmwood, Neb. to Raymond Ralph and Lula (Blankenship) Lorenz. She grew up and lived in eastern Nebraska for many years before moving to California where she resided until last year. Elsie loved playing cards and having her family and friends around her. Survivors include her sister, Doris Genzlinger of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews. Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Joe, sisters Edith and Helen and her parents. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/12/2007 - 5/14/2007.
LIPSCOMB - Valentine Schoenhals, 94, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, in Shattuck, Okla.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Locust Grove Baptist Church in the Locust Grove community, west of Lipscomb, with Don McElroy, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Lipscomb Cemetery by Mason Funeral Home of Shattuck.
Mrs. Schoenhals was married to Victor Schoenhals in Arnett, Okla., by Judge Alvis Prisnell. Together they lived with their three children on the family farm in Lipscomb County.
Survivors include a son, Gary Wayne Schoenhals of Broken Arrow, Okla.; and four grandchildren.
STEVEN CARL SCHLOTHAUER, 58, of Fort Morgan, died Sunday afternoon, May 13, 2007.
He was born March 11, 1949 in Fort Morgan to Carl & Lucille (Lebsock) Schlothauer.
He married Elaine Earll in Fort Morgan.
He was a member of Christ Congregational Church in Fort Morgan. Schlothauer was an avid area farmer. He enjoyed water skiing and snow skiing.
He is survived by his wife Elaine Schlothauer and his son Shane Schlothauer, both of Fort Morgan; and his sister, Caryl Nicholson of Morrison, CO.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jerry Schlothauer.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2007 at 10:30 AM at the Christ Congregational Church in Fort Morgan.Interment will follow in Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan. At the family's request, friends should dress casual (blue jeans).
Memorials may be made to the Christ Congregational Church. The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan is in charge of arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 15 May 2007
MITCHELL - Gary Reichert, 45, passed away May 11, 2007 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday May 17, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with the Pastor Nancy Tomlinson officiating. According to his wishes cremation has occurred. A memorial has been established to The Dream Foundation. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Gary was born June 23, 1961, in Scottsbluff to Fred and Sandra Reichert. He grew up in Scottsbluff and graduated from the Scottsbluff High School in 1979. He married Tami Reifschneider in 1982. He began work for Tallmon Jewelers in 1978 in Scottsbluff where he became a master Jeweler. In 1985 Gary his wife Tami and brother Fred opened Reichert Jewelers in Monument Mall and later Monument Jewelers. In 2002 Gary and wife Tami - opened Reichert's of Ogallala and in 2004 G & T Reichert's Fine Jewelry and Gifts located downtown Scottsbluff - which Gary and Tami continue to operate up until the time of his death. Gary loved his craft and his customers and created thousands of custom designs for them over the years. Gary loved the outdoors ? hunting and fishing with friends and scuba diving when he could. Spending time at his cabin at Lake McConaughy. He loved to travel and inspite of his illness he took many special trips in the last year. His family and friends will sadly miss Gary. Survivors include his wife, Tami; daughter, Tiffany Muhr (Andy); son, Kourtland of Scottsbluff ? mother Sandra Reichert; brothers, Fred and Terry Reichert of Scottsbluff and Sister Tammy Weigel (Bob) of Morrill and numerous nieces, nephews. Preceding him in death was his father, Fred Reichert and father-in-law, Henry H. Reifschneider.
Tribute: Drucilla Ann (Bernhardt) Dye was born in Windsor. She was known as "Dru" to her friends and as "Annie" to her family. She was confirmed in 1959 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1962 and later graduated from Xray Technician College in Greeley in 1964. She attended ongoing classes for her field from then on.
Mrs. Dye was very proficient in xray, mammography, CAT Scan and medical transcription of doctor's notes. She moved to and lived in Brighton since 1974. She has worked in the Medical field since 1964, having worked last at Presbyterian Saint Luke's Hospital.
She was an avid collector of dolls, cook books, cooking implements and glassware. She had a lifelong enjoyment of playing the piano and soloing. She loved to cook and was very good at it. She would try to come up with many new recipes. Her paintings are hanging in many of her relations' homes. Her green thumb served her well with raising plants of all kinds. She even got an Aloe Vera to blossom. Her ongoing love for cats and dogs helped the animal shelter many times, and she said she was the one who benefited.
She was married to Melvin Dye in 1963. They later divorced and he preceded her in death.
Mrs. Dye died Friday at Hospice in McKee Medical Center in Loveland.
Survivors: Parents, Victor A. and Leona (Becker) Bernhardt; brother, Timothy A. Bernhardt; daughter, Vickie Jo Mullin; grandsons, Nathan Allen Dye and Grandson Zachary Farrar.
Preceded in death by: Her ex-husband, Melvin; and her son, Jerry Dye, who passed away in 1965.
Memorial service: 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor.
Note: Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Cancer Society for Cancer research or Hospice in care of Marks Funeral and Cremation Service, 9293 Eastman Park Dr., Windsor, CO 80550.
Esther Elna Schultz Feb. 2, 1919 - May 12, 2007 Esther Elna Schultz, 88, of Fort Collins, and formerly of Sterling, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2007, in Fort Collins after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at Chaney-Reager, with the Rev. Dan Holsten officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery. Esther was born on Feb. 2, 1919, in Blue Hill, Neb., the daughter of Theodore and Matilda Werschke. She attended school in Wylie, and worked as a sales clerk in a variety of stores before beginning her career as a cook at Sterling Junior High and Sterling High School, where she worked from 1972 until her retirement in 1989. On March 25, 1938, Esther married Conrad Lapp, in Fort Morgan. Conrad drowned in a boating accident in Greeley in 1940, leaving Esther to raise her young son, Leland Lapp, by herself for many years. On July 4, 1946, she married Emil Schultz in Oberlin, Kan. Esther enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, her finches, eating popcorn and playing board games with her friends every Saturday, baking and hosting missionaries from her church. She was a resident of Blue Grouse Health Care Center in Fort Collins for several years. Esther is survived by her grandchildren, Dena Lapp-Phillips and her husband, Wes of Oklahoma City, Leland Lapp Jr. and his wife Tracy of Fort Collins, and Jessica and Nicole Bowey of Virginia Beach, Va.; her great-grandchildren, Jamie and Jacob Lapp of Fort Collins; and brothers, Eric and Ewald Werschke. She was preceded in death by her son, Leland Lapp; her first husband, Conrad Lapp; her second husband, Emil Schultz; her parents; her sisters, Elsie, Ella and Emma; and brothers, Jonathan, Ervin and Elmer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Berean Church in Sterling.
cottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 16 May 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Charles H. "Chuck" Anderson, 89, died at Community Hospital Sunday May 13, 2007. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 19, at the United Methodist Church with Reverend Ora Dailey officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to the United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com Chuck was born May 7, 1918 in Eustis, Neb. the son of Clarence and Alma (Huckfeldt) Anderson. He moved with his family to Cambridge, Neb. and then to Veteran, Wyo. where he graduated high school. He farmed with his father until 1940 when he entered the Army Air Corps. He was discharged in 1945 and farmed for himself in Veteran until 1948 when he went to work for Service Pipeline where he worked until 1958. Chuck married Mary Gingles in Fairbury, Neb. Dec. 17, 1960. He then went to work for the Torrington Post Office and was there until he retired in 1980. He was a member of the Travis Snow Post #5 of the American Legion and the Paul A Johnston Post 2918 of the VFW. Survivors include his stepsons, John Gingles and his wife Cindy of Vienna, Va., James Gingles and his wife Ann of Stevens Point, Wis., and Joe Gingles and his wife Patricia of Story, Wyo.; brothers, C.J. "Junior" Anderson of Green Valley, Ariz., Bill Anderson of Torrington, Kenneth Anderson and his wife Carol of Modesto, Calif., and Edward Anderson and his wife Loretta of Sun City West, Ariz.; sister, Donna Bolger and her husband Harold of Casper, Wyo.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. His parents, his wife, and four brothers preceded him in death.
LAUREL - Ronald Dale Fox, 63, of Laurel, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Ron was born Feb. 2, 1944, to Henry and Rose Fox. He graduated from Laurel High School in 1962. Ron joined the Air Force in 1964 and served four years during the Vietnam War. Ron's passion in life was farming. Though he never had a wife, he often said he was married to the farm. Ron enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with family. He was the president of the Laurel Men's Bowling Association for many years. In fact, he bowled the state tournament in Butte just this past weekend. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jon. Ron is survived by brothers Larry (Eileen), Randy (Sue), Terry (Dodie), and sister-in-law Laura, as well as numerous nephews and nieces. The family will never forget the care he gave to grandma in her final years. He will be missed by all that knew him. Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2 p.m., at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Burial with full military honors at the Laurel Cemetery will follow the service. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the funeral chapel.
THORNTON, Colo. - Dennis Edward Schmanke, 48, of Thornton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. He was born March 20, 1959, in Junction City, Kan., to Arthur Edward and Norma Jean (Sutter) Schmanke. He was a single parent to Haleigh Grace Schmanke, age 12, and Wyatt Arthur Schmanke, age 9, of the home. Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur and Norma Schmanke of Meeteetse, Wyo.; a brother-in-law, Thomas Edd Howard of Kearney, Neb.; grandparents Walter and Nancy (Davidson) Sutter of White City, Kan.; and Edward and Laura (Campbell) Schmanke of Alma, Kan. In addition to his children, he is survived by a sister, Artys Jean (John) Miller of Tiffin, Ohio; sister, Lindy Kay (Randy) Richard of Adrian, Mich.; sister, Sibyl Bell (Jim) Schug of Laurel, Mont.; nephew Steven (Lisa) Smith of Tiffin; a great-nephew, Cody Smith of Tiffin; nephew, Tom Howard of Adrian; a niece, Diane (Mike) Foos; a great-nephew, Robert Foos; a great-niece, Olivia Foos of El Dorado, Calif.; a nephew, Arthur "Drew" Schug of Belgrade, Mont.; niece Whitney Schug of Laurel; sister-in-law, Robyn Merkel of Denver; and many other relatives in the Kansas area. Dennis grew up in the White City area. He moved with his parents to Meeteetse in his early years. Dennis served in the Navy. He drove semi trucks and later became an auto mechanic and customized to vehicles and Harley motorcycles. He built and rebuilt many machines for friends in his spare time, on occasion making house calls for stranded college students and their vehicles. His words were: "if you're going to drive this old of a vehicle, you gotta get some tools and keep them with you." Dennis was completely and totally dedicated to his children, Haleigh and Wyatt, raising them by himself when Wyatt was but an infant. He loved the Broncos and living in the mountains. He was the most wonderful daddy. He was the kind of friend that you could count on. If you acquired his friendship, you had it for life. His quick smile and willingness to laugh at himself was infectious. A gentle giant with a keen sense of humor. A private memorial for family will be held in Denver. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Dennis to his children Haleigh and Wyatt. If you wish to send a memorial, they may be sent to Memorial for Haleigh Schmanke and Wyatt Schmanke, c/o Sibyl Schug, Avanta Federal Credit Union, 3212 Central Ave., Billings, MT 59102. Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/17/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 18 May 2007
OMAHA - Fred W. Schneider Sr., 77, formerly of Scottsbluff has passed away. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 17, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Omaha. Arrangements are by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific St. Chapel, 14151 Pacific St., Omaha, NE. 68154 Survivors include his wife, Jean Schneider of Omaha; children and spouses, Debbie and Ed Laugesen of Orlando, Fla., Michael and Laurie Schneider of Omaha, Mark Schneider of Kansas City, Mo., F. William Schneider and friend, Diana Schuman of Belgrade, Neb.; grandchildren, DeDe Collins, Nick Fugal, Amanda, Kristine and Eric Schneider; great-grandchildren, Jamie and Elizabeth Collins; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Dixie Schneider of Glendora, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Lelia Schneider.
Dean Martin Glandt, 73, of Cheyenne died Thursday at Davis Hospice Center. He was born Dec. 8, 1933, in Lusk and had lived here since 1970 with prior residence in Lusk. Mr. Glandt was a surveyor and designer for the Wyoming Highway Department. He was a member of the Wyoming Employees Association, an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and sponsor of Lutheran Hour. He enjoyed gardening, and hunting, fishing, and camping. Dean is survived by his wife, Myrtle “Davenne” Glandt of Cheyenne, whom he married on Sept. 18, 1955, in Lusk; a son, Matthew Glandt of Mississippi; two daughters, Perriann Stanley of Riverton and Delphine Becker of Denver; a brother, Ronald Glandt of Golden, Colo.; a sister, Jeanette Baltes of Riverton; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Meta Glandt. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Reinert III, officiating. Interment to follow at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens. Casketbearers will be Benjamin Stanley, Nicholas Stanley, Alex Stanley, DeWayne Spillers, Myles Becker, and Rodney Baltes. Honorary casketbearers will be Earl Launer, Matthew Dean Glandt, Bob Shupe, and Bill Prigge. Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes. Friends may send contributions to the Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund or Davis Hospice Center
Lydia Keil Trupp June 11, 1921-May 16, 2007 Age: 85
Residence: Greeley Tribute: Lydia J. Keil Trupp was born in Arriba to Daniel and Lina (Herbster) Bauer. On Nov. 9, 1938, she married Paul A. Keil in Windsor. He died in 1993. She then married Henry Trupp, who died shortly after their marriage. Mrs. Trupp lived in the Greeley, Gilcrest and Platteville areas for most of her life. A homemaker and farmer's wife, she also sold Avon for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and was the secretary for Colorado Farm Bureau. She loved gardening, especially her rose garden. She also enjoyed playing cards and pinochle. Mrs. Trupp died Wednesday at Life Care Center of Greeley. Survivors: Four sons, Paul R. Keil and wife Dorothy of Valencia, Calif., Ed A. Keil of Denver, David K. Keil of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, and Fred D. Keil and wife Gloria J. of Greeley; two sisters, Lorene Bauer of Berthoud and Martha Keil of Greeley; a brother, Daniel Bauer of Loveland; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: Her parents and her siblings, Esther Lebsack, Ruth Bradford, Leona Lebsack, William Bauer, Albert Bauer, Edwin Bauer, Edna Magruder, Louise Williams, Florence Brown and Samuel Bauer. Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John's United Church of Christ in Greeley. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Greeley. Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Notes: Instead of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 28th St., Greeley, CO 80634. An online memorial is at www.mem.com.
Jacoby, Jacob Unionville, Michigan Mr. Jacoby passed away on Monday, May 14, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital of Saginaw, MI, at the age of 96 years. He was a farmer and enjoyed farming, even after retirement. He was born February 13, 1911 in Colorado and came to Michigan to work in the sugar beet fields. As a young man he worked in the coal mines just out side of Unionville before becoming a full time farmer. He was a active member of the Unionville Moravian Church and had served as an elder. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren's sporting events, especially baseball. He was a resident of Medallion Village, Sebewaing, the past two years, moving there shortly after the death of his wife Millie. Jacob is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, James and Mary Ellen Jacoby of Unionville, his granddaughter Kayeleen (William) Jacobs and grandson Chad (Julie) Jacoby, great grand-children; Connor, Kye, Jade Jacoby, Cole and Dalton Jacobs. Two daughters, Betty (Bob) Brinkman of Caro, Bonnie (Jack) Brinkman of Cass City, plus eight additional grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren; one brother, Henry (Lydia) Jacoby of Sebewaing, Katherine Jacoby of Bay City; one brother-in-law, Harold (Norma) Ruppal of Akron; two sister-in-laws, Clara Halabis, Caro and Genevive Ruppal of Bay City. He was predeceased by his wife of 75 years, Millie, a daughter Bertha Houthoofd, a grand-daughter Deborah Brinkman. His parents John and Eva Jacoby a brother John, and three sisters: Eva Balzer, Rachel Balzer, and Elizabeth Jacoby. Several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will take place Thursday, May 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Unionville Moravian Church, with visitation on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 from 4 - 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Moravian Church or to Heartland Hospice. Funeral arrangements by Unionville Funeral Home.
Alice Berst Wickman, 88, passed away May 19, 2007, at St. John's Lutheran Home. She was born June 23, 1918, in Billings, a daughter of Katherine and Rudolph Ruby. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husbands, John Berst and Elmer Wickman. Alice married John Berst on Dec. 18, 1936, in Billings. Together they had two sons, Galen Berst (Jeannine) of Billings, John Berst (Carolyn) of Big Timber, and one daughter, Loretta (Jim) Diede of Missoula. Alice was married to Elmer Wickman on June 2, 1950, in Great Falls. They had one son, Wayne (Linda) Wickman of College Station, Texas. Alice was a beautician. She also enjoyed crafts, knitting and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of Pilgrim Congregational Church and belonged to the American Business Women's Association and the Board of Cosmetology. Besides her children, she is survived by a sister, Martha Schneidmiller of Cheyenne, Wyo.; a brother, Art Ruby of Salt Lake City, Utah; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at St. John's Lutheran Home for all their care and support during the last eight years, specifically Wing 4 and Rimview Square. Graveside services will take place at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, at Sunset Memorial Gardens. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at Smith West Chapel located at 304 34th St. W. Visitation will begin at 3 p.m., Monday, May 21, at Smith West Chapel. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church, 407 S. 36th St., Billings MT 59101, or St. John's Lutheran Home, 3940 Rimrock Road, Billings MT 59102.
Moser Funeral Service Greeley, Colorado 05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his home.
He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site of Wal-Mart.
Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938 he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area. His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.
Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans.
Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Sherry Marie Furrow Reinhardt, beloved wife, mother and sister, was surrounded by family and friends when she lost her long and courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, May 19, 2007, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Billings, at the age of 52. Sherry was born Jan. 16, 1955, in Billings and was the daughter of James W. and Betty Darlene Furrow. By 1963, she was the oldest of five children and although she couldn't have known it then, lived just a few houses down from her future husband and love of her life, Terry. Sherry attended schools in Billings and graduated from Billings West High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation, she and Terry crossed paths again and together they moved to Seattle, where they were married on June 26, 1976. But living in Washington put too much distance between them and their families, so they moved back to Montana after four years and made their home in Lavina from that point on. Terry had a job interview with Sweetheart Bakery but was unable to keep the appointment so Sherry went instead. She got the job and became the first woman to work on the production line. They must have liked her and her work, as she stayed for the next 30 years until the time of her death. For many years she worked nights and weekends and never turned down the offers to work overtime. While Terry worked days, oftentimes they would pass each other on the highway between Lavina and Billings and give each other a good-morning wave in passing. In the fall of 1984, their schedules aligned and on July 17, 1985, they were blessed with their pride and joy, Brittney Lynn. From this point on, Britt was the sole purpose in life. Even after her first cancer diagnosis in the late '90s, the focus was to get better to be able to make sure that Britt had everything she needed and was able to go to college. No matter how hard the battle became, Britt was the center of Sherry's world. Sherry would use what little spare time she had doing the things that gave her great joy and satisfaction. She was always doing something from crochet and knitting to canning things from the garden to making stained glass to playing games with her family to raising money for Relay For Life. She was team captain for Relay For Life for Sweetheart Bakery for many years and in 2005 was the top non-sponsored individual fundraiser at the Billings Relay. She also was a member of the Lavina School Board for four years and was the secretary/treasurer for the Union Local 466 Bakers and Confectionary Workers. Sherry was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents, James and Ida Furrow and Bernard and Frieda Pastian; and her father and mother, Jim and Betty Furrow. She is survived by her only true love in life, husband Terry; and her daughter and pride and joy, Brittney (Dave) of Bozeman; her sisters, Pennie Schlepp (Karl) of Laurel and Brenda Palagyi (Mike) of Roundup; brothers James B. (Jenny) of Watertown, S.D., and Patrick Sean (Rita) of Billings; aunts Shirley Marlow of Las Vegas, Marian Brun (Joe) of Billings; and uncle Robert Pastian of Laurel; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 24, at Smith's Downtown Funeral Chapel, 925 S. 27th St., Billings. Reception to immediately follow in the reception room. Luncheon is to follow reception at the Sharon Hernandez residence at 3105 Canyon Drive in Billings. Food donations can be brought to the Hernandez residence. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Relay For Life 2007 campaign in Sherry's name. Smith's Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 22 May 2007
Joan (Leis) Greeb, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007 at WEL-Life in Scottsbluff. Cremation has been held at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff. A Private Family Inurnment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Her Memorial Service will be Monday, May 21 at 10 a.m., at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff with Pastors Garry Schick and Amos Harris officiating. Memorials in Joan's name have been established to the Church or Prairie Haven Hospice. Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Joan's obituary may be viewed at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com, where condolences may be left and will be forwarded to the family. She was born July 20, 1931 in Scottsbluff, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Hopp) Leis. She was raised and educated at Scottsbluff. Joan was united in marriage to Harold Greeb, Aug. 8, 1948. They farmed in the Gering Valley and later east of Scottsbluff. Joan was a housewife and enjoyed doing volunteer work at Regional West Medical Center and the Bargain Bin. Joan was a member of the Zion Evangelical Church, where she taught Sunday School and shared her musical talent in a mixed choir at the Church. Survivors include her husband Harold; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Vickie Greeb of Peoria, Ariz.; son, Bruce Greeb of Scottsbluff; grandson, Cody Greeb of Omaha; step-grandchildren, John Bertram and Sarah Castro; step-great grandchildren, Isabella and Sophia Castro; brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Norma Leis of Minatare; sister, Ruth Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harold Leis, sisters Dorothy Weisgerber, Florence Reichert and infant sister Phyllis Leis. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/20/2007 - 5/22/2007.
Scottsbluff Star-Herald Scottsbluff, NE 22 May 2007
Albert H. Buth, 81, of Scottsbluff, died Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center. At Al's request his remains were cremated. A private memorial service is planned. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Al was born in Shawano, Wis. on Sept. 12, 1925, to Albert and Violet (Stengel) Buth. He married Leona Ott in 1950. He married Lila Gaiser in 1990. Survivors include his wife Lila, two sons, David (Margaret) Buth of Tucson, Ariz. and Craig (Susan) Buth and a grandson, Jeremy Buth all of Lakewood, Colo.; step-son, Jeff (Cynde) Gaiser of Firestone, Colo.; and sister, Barbara (Gene) Spear of Woodruff, Wis. Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, and an infant sister. A memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice at Scottsbluff. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/21/2007 - 5/23/2007.
Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 5/22/2007. HURDSFIELD - Bernice Weisz, 83, rural Hurdsfield, died May 18, 2007, at a Bismarck hospital. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25, at Hurdsfield Community Center. Burial will be in Seventh-day Adventist Cemetery, Goodrich.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hertz Funeral Home, Harvey.
Bernice Lucille (Meier) Weisz was born Feb. 19, 1924, near Denhoff, to Jacob and Katherina (Wolf) Meier. She attended rural school and was raised in Kidder County. She married Robert Weisz Nov. 4, 1946, at the home of Henry and Alice Weisz, Hurdsfield. They had a double wedding ceremony with Robert's sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Leo Widicker. Bernice farmed beside her husband.
She cared for her mother for 17 years, besides raising her children. She cherished her relationships with her children and their spouses. She especially enjoyed doting on her grandchildren. The grandchildren appreciated Grandma's love for table games. Bernice loved the Lord. She was a member of the Hurdsfield Seventh-day Adventist Church. She held many church offices throughout the years and especially loved teaching the youth of the church. Bernice supported Christian education ? sending the children through grade school and Sheyenne River Academy, and the daughters to Union College, in Nebraska.
Bernice enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. Bernice canned and froze the garden produce to continue to enjoy throughout the winter months. She loved to prepare German/Russian dishes for her family. Bernice enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and crocheting baby afghans. She also sewed for her children. Bernice was an avid reader. She enjoyed the art of letter writing, faithfully writing to her children and friends. She cherished her relationships with her friends and especially with her nieces and nephews.
Bernice will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Robert, rural Hurdsfield; three daughters, Renee (Peter) Hills, Applegate, Calif., Rita Weisz, Bismarck, and Rayleen (Alan) Hansen, Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Robin (Lori) Weisz, rural Hurdsfield; six grandchildren, Derek Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Kimberly (Mark) Hills Callaghan, Davis, Calif., Brooke Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Andrew Hills, Applegate, Robbie and Ryan Weisz, Hurdsfield; and two sisters, Esther Lay and Lydia Chemeres, both of Seattle.
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Katherina Meier; her sisters, Amelia Borkowski, Anna Hamre and Maria Almer; and her brothers, Herman Meier, Jacob Meier and Fred Meier.
Aileen Ruth (Neumann) McMahon passed away on May 8, 2007at the LifeCare Center of Federal Way. Aileen was born on July 1, 1919 in Odessa Washington and grew up in the Wenatchee area. She married Robert McMahon in 1938. Robert preceded her in death in 1994. Most of her life she lived and worked in the Puyallup area.
She is survived by her three children, Robert (Suzanne), Martin (Shirley) and Patricia McMahon. She has 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
An informal internment gathering was held on 10 May at the Mountain View Memorial Park in Tacoma.
Frances Mary Isaacson, 76, of Harlingen, Texas, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, at her home. A memorial service was held Feb. 24 at the Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home in Harlingen. A private family service and inurnment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling at a later date. Mrs. Isaacson was born Oct. 3, 1930, to German-Russian immigrants, Adam and Frances (Appelhans) Gertge, north of Proctor. She was the ninth of 10 children. She received her education in Atwood and Iliff and graduated from St. Anthony's. In 1948, she married Dave Isaacson of Haxtun. They were later divorced. Mrs. Isaacson is survived by her daughter, Margo and husband Fritz Jaenike of Harlingen; two sons, Kirk and wife Mary Isaacson of St. Charles, Ill., and Brad Isaacson of Benecia, Calif.; four grandchildren; her brother, George and wife Susie Gertge of Sterling; two sisters-in-law, Eva Gertge of Salt Lake City, and Sally Gertge of Sterling; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers, Jake, John, Phil, Joseph, Adam and Joseph; and two sisters, Mary Rhodes and Catherine Monroe
Beatrice Elizabeth Degnan Jacobs was born Dec. 28, 1915 in a farm home north of Englewood, KS to Thomas Andrew and Nora Euphias Dunn Degnan. In August of 1919 the family moved south of Ashland where Bea attended the Sunnyvale School and later St. Mary's Academy in Dodge City. Bea was a life long resident of Clark County, a life member of St.Joseph's Catholic Church, a member of the Altar Society,belonged to the Daughters of Isabella, and a member of Bear Creek HDU. She worked as a cook for Ashland District Hospital. On Oct. 12, 1936, she married Leo Marcus Jacobs at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ashland. He died Sept. 22, 1997. Bea was also preceded in death by her parents and one grandson William Jacobs. She had two children a son, Pat and his wife Ganell Lampe Jacobs and a daughter, Martha and her husband Donald Crane. Her grandchildren include Andy and Susan Jacobs and their son Will, Justin, TX, Wade and Cindy Jacobs, Fort Worth, TX. and his daughter Haley, Throckmorton. TX, Rose Wells and her daughter Chelsie, Comanche, TX. Sarah Patton, Sharon Springs,KS. and her son Zack Patton, Ashland, KS. and Trevor Gruver, Scott City, KS, Shalah and Gary White and their Sons Henry, Elliot, and Robert, Ashland, KS. and Amy Crane, Ashland, KS. She is also survived by her sister Mildred Hunter of San Jose, CA. Bea died Sunday May 6, 2007 at Minneola District Hospital. The vigil was held on Wednesday. May 9th at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 10th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ashland, with interment immediately following in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. Officiating were Fr. Maurice Cummings and Deacon Dwayne Lampe. Pallbearers were Andy Jacobs, Wade Jacobs, Dirk Stanley, Gary White, Frank Jacobs and Cletus Mages. Honorary pallbearers were all of Bea's special friends. Memorials may be made to Minneola District Hospital Employees Fund or Ashland Long Term Care Activities Fund in care of Myatt Funeral Home, Box 578 Ashland, KS. 67831 All services were in care of Myatt Funeral Home, Ashland.
Joanna M. Deines, 91, passed away on May 10, 2007. She was born in Odessa, Wash., to William and Mary K. (Borgans) Eichler on Sept. 16, 1915. One of twelve children, she grew up in the Yakima Valley in Washington. She moved to Portland in 1937 and married Jack C. Deines in November of 1938. Their marriage was blessed with two children, a son Jack W. and a daughter, Mary K. Lukens. Joanna was an active member of Rivercrest Community Church, a charter member of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, and a member of Eastern Star. She dedicated her life to her church and her family and her many friends. She also opened her home to her children's friends and many family members over the years as a place of refuge. There was always room for one more at Joanna's home and table. Over a period of ten years she opened her home and became a "billet Mom" to the many members of the Portland Winterhawks Hockey Team. "Grams" was always a favorite of the Winterhawks Players. Joanna was an extraordinary cook, whether preparing meals at home or for large church dinners, often feeding 500 - 1,000 people in the evening. No one left one of her meals hungry or unsatisfied. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave., Portland, OR on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Private interment will be at Rose City Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Rivercrest Community Church in her name. Public viewing will be held on Monday, May 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Ross Hollywood Funeral Home. Published in The Oregonian
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 25 May 2007
MORRILL - William James Hinman, 78, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 25, at East Lawn Cemetery in Minatare with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating. The William Hinman Memorial Fund has been established in care of the family. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com William was born April 8, 1929 in Minatare to Elton A. and Bessie Marie (Nelson) Hinman. He received his education in Minatare and married Dorothy Hardt Jan. 2, 1949 in Gering. He was a ditch rider for Gering/ Ft. Laramie Irrigation District until 1952 when he began his employment at Swift and Company for 23 years. After retiring from Swifts he returned to farming. He loved working with horses, hunting, fishing and spending time with and caring for his family. Survivors include his wife Dorothy; daughter, Sandra Hinman of Lyman; sons-in-law, Mike Lowry of Yoder, Wyo. and Larry Sayre, of Morrill; grandsons, William (Glenna) Zwiebel, Lyman, Justin Zwiebel and his fiancé Angie Weiss of Mitchell and Andrew Grasmick of Oregon; step-grandchildren, Chad (Amber) Lowry, Torrington, Brad Lowry of Florida and Candice Lowry of Torrington, and seven great-grandchildren. His parents, daughters Debra Sayre and Denise Lowry, brothers Bob and Don Hinman and sister Barbara preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 25 May 2007
ALLIANCE - Paul Alexander "Duke" Snyder, 68, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, S.D. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, at St. John's United Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Buschbom officiating. Burial with military rites will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of the family at 1228 Duncan Avenue, Alliance, NE 69301. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Paul was born Nov. 23, 1938 in Northport, Neb., the sixth child to Carl and Elizabeth (Ehrhardt) Snyder. He was baptized at the Lutheran Church in Sidney and attended school in Sidney and Hemingford. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965. He worked for local farmers, Meter Smith Well Drilling and then in1968 and until currently owned and operated Snyder's Vacuum Sales and Service. Paul married Geraldine L. (Jeri) Taylor Aug. 19, 1965. To this union three children were born, Jimmy, Paula and Troy. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a lifetime member of the Eagles Aerie #136. He enjoyed Stockcar Racing, Husker football, fishing, and farming and ranching. He is survived by his wife Geraldine (Jeri); children, Jimmy Snyder and Paula Snyder, and grandson, Anthony Snyder all of Alliance; his brother, Carl (Ilene) Snyder, Jr. of Dugan, Calif.; sisters, Eva Burney of Cutbank, Mont., and Linda Voss of Hale Center, Texas; sister-in-law, Barbara Snyder of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews. His son Troy, his parents, two sisters, a brother and two brothers-in-law preceded him in death.
LAUREL - Allan Frank, 46, of Billings, died peacefully on May 23, 2007, at the Horizon House, where he had recently resided. Allan was born on Sept. 30, 1960, to Elsie and Herman Frank, both of Laurel. Allan was raised in Laurel, where he graduated from Laurel High School in 1978. After graduation, Allan worked in retail for many years and then as a certified nurse's aidw in several area nursing homes. Allan loved working with the elderly and brought much comfort to all those that he touched in his short life. We will truly miss his smile and kind heart. Allan was preceded in death by his parents. Allan is survived by his brother, Gerald (Jody); his brother, Ken (Maureen); and his sister, Karen (Steve) Frickel. Allan was a loving uncle to Jill (Karson), Jeremy (Maggie), Kara (Mark), Kim (Wade), Travis, Chloe and Liam and a loving great-uncle to Halle, Jenna, Josh, Justin and Kaycee. Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Interment will be in the Laurel Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Big Sky Hospice in memory of Allan.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 26 May 2007
Mary Louise "Peg" Bretz, 80, of Oshkosh, passed away Thursday evening, May 24, 2007, at the Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Bishop Joe Burnett and Mother Mary Lou Reynolds co-officiating. Inurnment will be in the Oshkosh City Cemetery. At her request, cremation was held and there will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Volunteer's of America, St. George's Episcopal Church or to the Oshkosh Library. Holechek Funeral Home in Oshkosh is in charge of arrangements. Peg was born on November 1, 1926, in Denver, Colo., the daughter of John and Jewell (Lowrance) Dunne. She grew up in Denver and received her education in Eaton, Colo. where she graduated from high school in 1944. She furthered her education at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, Colo. and received her Bachelor's degree in home economics in 1948. While at Colorado State, she was the yearbook editor. After college, Peg worked at the Montana State Extension Office as the Women's Editor where she wrote columns and produced radio shows. Peg met John Bretz in Bozeman, and the couple was married on September 3, 1950, in Eaton. After John returned from over seas during the Korean War, they made their home in San Francisco, Calif. and Neligh, Nebraska before moving to Oshkosh in 1955. Peg was active in the community. She worked at McCormac's Variety for 25 years. She made numerous quilts for family and friends' babies. While raising her four daughters, she was very active with 4-H and the Girl Scouts. True to her life-long love of literature, she was a member of the Writer's Group, served on the Oshkosh Library Board, tutored Oshkosh Grade School students, read voraciously, and wrote memorable Christmas cards. She also played in bridge clubs for 50 years and occupied her spare time with crossword puzzles. She loved to garden, producing beautiful flowers and preserving fruits and vegetables from her efforts. Peg was very active in the church; she was one of the founding members of St. George's Episcopal Church in 1962 and was ordained as a Deacon in 2005. She was also part of the Garden County Ministerial Association. Curious and interested in people of all cultures, Peg thrived on learning about them, especially the local history of Sand Creek. Peg will be best known for being a loyal and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She adopted many of her children's friends as her own; she has been known to spoil the cats as well. Overcoming many health problems, Peg had the comfort in knowing that she would receive excellent health care in Garden County. She is survived by four daughters, Julie Bretz of Denver, Laurie Bretz of Denver, Meg Bretz-Freeland of Austin, Texas, and Amy Bretz of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter, Katie Freeland of Austin, Texas; and host of friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1996 and her parents.
Residence: Greeley Tribute: Lydia S. Kraft was born in *Oberdorf, Russia *to George and Anna Elizabeth (Weitzel) Schneider. She came to the United State in October 1913 and lived in Greeley her entire life. On Jan. 19, 1936, she married George R. Kraft in Greeley. He died on Feb. 14, 1992. Mr. Kraft worked in the laundry department at the Weld County General Hospital and she and her husband owned and operated the Dairy Creme on 7th Avenue and 14th Street for 29 years, retiring in 1969. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Congregational Church and the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She also was a member of the AMICA Club in Greeley and had lived at the Greeley Place for 15 1/2 years. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and she loved activities with her family. Mrs. Kraft died Friday, May 25, at Centennial Health Center in Greeley. Survivors: A daughter, Joann Weinmeister of Greeley; two grandsons, Lauren and his wife Krista Weinmeister of Johnstown, and Mark Weinmeister of Houston, Texas; two granddaughters, Karen and her husband Mark Sitzman of Greeley, and Vivian and her husband Brian Foss of Eaton; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granchildren. Preceded in death by: Her husband; her parents; four brothers; five sisters; and a son-in-law, Raymond Weinmeister, in 1993. Funeral service: 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel. Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel. Interment: Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley. Note: Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Congregational church in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631.
Henry Spade Jr. * Sept. 7, 1916 - May 26, 2007 Age: 90
Residence: Loveland Tribute: Henry Spade Jr. was born in Fort Morgan to Henry Spade Sr. and Elizabeth Kreiger Spade in Fort Morgan. He grew up in Fort Morgan, where he also attended schools. He farmed in the Fort Morgan area before moving to Loveland 50 years ago. He then farmed in the Loveland area until he retired in 1968. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Loveland, he loved fishing, bowling, the dog track, and he enjoyed his friends who would pick him up to go for coffee time. He also received the High Ten for his sugar beets for 13 years. Mr. Spade died May 26 at Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley. Preceded in death by: His parents; a son, Harvey Spade; eight brothers; and one sister. Survivors: His daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Spade of Loveland; a brother,Joe Spade, of Kentucky; two grandchildren, Roger Spade and Pam Brenckle (Guy); two great-grandchildren, Alec and Melody Brenckle; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 30, at the First Congregational Church. Viewing: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Viegut Funeral Home. Interment: Loveland Burial Park. Note: Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 N. Boise Ave. Loveland.
Alma Magnuson * Aug. 21, 1915 - May 27, 2007 Age: 91
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Alma Magnuson was born in Loveland to John and Lena (Weber) Hoffman. She graduated from Loveland High School in 1934 and lived in and around Loveland, Greeley and Ault all of her life. She owned Woody's Café in Greeley for years and then worked many years for the Ault Sanitation Board. Mrs. Magnuson was a member of the Lutheran Church of Ault and the V.F.W. Post No. 4334. She was known for her friendly style and good sense of humor. She was loved and respected in her community and by her family and friends. Mrs. Magnuson died Sunday at The Bridge in Greeley. Survivors: Two sons, Warren "Woody" Woodmansee of Denver and Gary Woodmansee of Curlew, Wash.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: Her husband, C. Harvey Magnuson; a son, Kent Woods; and four brothers. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel, 702 13th St., Greeley. Visitation: 4-7 p.m. today at Allnutt Macy Chapel. Interment: Eaton Cemetery. Note: Memorials to the Ault Senior Center in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Friends may view the online obit, sign the guest book and send condolences at www.allnutt.com
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 30 May 2007
Harry Burbach, 90, of Scottsbluff, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff. His funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Paul Hebbert officiating. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to be held at a later time at the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff. Memorials in his name may be made to the Farm & Ranch Museum, Prairie Haven Hospice or to the Diabetes Association. Friends who wish may call at the funeral home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday following the funeral service. His obituary may be viewed online at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com where condolences may be left for the family. Harry was born June 28, 1916 in Lincoln, Neb. to Henry and Mary (Hessler) Burbach. At the age of eleven months, he moved with his family to the Scottsbluff area where he grew up and received his education. He married Ella Grasmick Dec. 15, 1937, in Scottsbluff. He and his wife farmed northeast of Scottsbluff until 1956. He then worked a number of years as a tank wagon driver for Kuxhaus Oil Company before moving to Montana in 1975 to farm with his son Roger. They returned to Scottsbluff in 1979 where he helped on various farms in the area until his retirement. Harry loved to build and collect model tractors, but the true joy in his life were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He was a member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff Survivors include his sons, Ralph and his wife Jeannetta Burbach of Gering and Russell and his wife Joanie Burbach of Holdrege, Neb.; daughter-in-law, Karlene Burbach of Glendive, Mont.; grandchildren, Terry and his wife Bonnie Burbach of Fallon, Mont., Gregory and his wife Naomi Burbach of Glendive, Randy and his wife Vicki Burbach of Minatare, Sheri and her husband Brandon Grover of Gering and Mike and his wife Jill Burbach of Centennial, Colo.; great-grandchildren, Daniel and his wife Joy Burbach, Taylor Burbach, Amanda and her husband Bobby Hopper, Jordan Burbach, Ella Burbach, Ryan Burbach and Jacob Grover and a great-great grandson, Mason Hopper. His parents, his wife Ella, son Roger, three brothers and three sisters preceded Harry in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 30 May 2007
Annie Green, 94, of Scottsbluff, died Monday, May 28, 2007 at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the church. Annie was born May 31, 1912 in Milwaukee, Wis. to Nicholas and Catherine E. (Spahn) Green. At an early age she moved with her family to the Lake Alice Community where she received her education. She had lived in the area all of her life. She was a lifetime member of the Salem Congregational Church and sang in the church choir. Annie was a very kind and caring person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her nieces, Florine Starkell of Scottsbluff and Arlene Harimon of Minatare; nephews, Marvin Green of Gering and Gary Green of Torrington, Wyo.; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Henry, Conrad H., Louis, Rueben B., and Dave Green; and sister, Molly Scott.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 30 May 2007
MITCHELL - Lawrence (Lorenz) Sell, Sr., 98, departed this life Sunday, May 27, 2007, at the Mitchell Care Center in Mitchell. He was a longtime resident of the North Platte Valley, having lived in Scottsbluff, Lyman, and Mitchell for most all of 95 years. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Chapel in Scottsbluff. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be Thursday, May 31, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Jolliffe Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com. Lawrence was born Aug. 6, 1908, in Frank, Russia - one of the Volga German communities from which many Western Nebraska families immigrated. With his parents, George and Anna Marie (Heizenrader) Sell, and four older siblings (Molly, John, Pauline, and Alexander), he came to the US as a small boy in 1912 through Ellis Island. Traveling by rail from New York City to initially live with relatives in Morrill. His family worked over the next decades as seasonal laborers on farms and in sugar factories. In addition, he drove gas and ready-mix trucks and sold used cars. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing and baseball. He married Lydia Schledewitz (who also came to the US with her family as a two-year old from Yost, Russia) Jan. 30, 1928. Together, they raised three sons and three daughters. Those who knew Lawrence recognized him as someone with a great memory for names, places, and events. His conversations often connected people he met with relatives, friends, and personal histories. He will long be remembered for this great capacity to recall and honor the past, including the spiritual aspects of life. Survivors include his daughters, Betty (Vic) Loose and Elsie (Reiny) Foos, both of Scottsbluff; son, G. Roger (Bobbi) Sell of Springfield, Mo.; 27 grandchildren; and 43 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers (including Jack and Rueben); sisters; his wife, Lydia (in 1990); sons Lawrence Jr. and Marvin Sr.; and daughter, Ruth Weinmaster
Selma I. Ehli, 86, of Cheyenne died May 29 at Cheyenne Healthcare.
She was born June 5, 1920, in Expansion, N.D., and had lived here for eight years with prior residence of seven years in Richardton, N.D., and 42 years on the family ranch.
Mrs. Ehli was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary and AARP. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Carol Ehli of Moore, Okla.; a daughter and son-in-law, Charlene and Michael Rushing of Cheyenne; a brother, Albert Wittmayer of Hazen, N.D.; two sisters, Frieda Lukins of Pick City, N.D., and Earna Sailer of Hazen; one grandchild; three step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Shirley Ehli and Frieda Ehli, both of Arizona and Mary Ehli of Kansas. Mrs. Ehli was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Ehli Jr. on Dec. 25, 1998; two sons, Ronald Ehli and Robert Ehli; a daughter, Darlene Ehli; six brothers; and two sisters.She loved to play bingo and do crafts and had the unique ability of being loved by all that met her. Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Golgotha Lutheran Church in Golden Valley, N.D., and interment will follow in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery under the direction of Seibel Funeral Home.
At the age of 85, Olinda Weibert, our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at Billings Health and Rehab. She was born Olinda Ostwald on Oct. 13, 1921, in Bridger, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Fox) Ostwald. Linda graduated from Laurel High School. In April of 1940, Linda was united in marriage to Alex Schneider in Hardin. They raised three children. After 46 years of marriage, Alex died in 1986. The summer of 1989, Linda married Henry Weibert in Columbus, where they lived for three years before moving to Billings. Henry died in 1997. Linda was a devoted member of the Christ Evangelical & Reformed Church in Hardin. Her hobbies included gardening, caring for her yard and the beautiful flowers she grew and she was an avid reader. Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Alex and Henry; sisters, Lydia, Martha and Betty; brothers, Edward, Harry, Bill, Harold, Herman and baby George; great-grandson, Jack Arbogast, Jr.; two sons-in-law, Jack Arbogast, Sr. and Seth Kates. She leaves behind her daughter, Lorelei Kates of Billings; sons, Alex (Pam) Schneider, Jr. of Butte and Aubrey (Judy) Schneider of Billings; sister, Marge (Lloyd) Schell of Billings; brothers, Eugene (Judy) of Thompson Falls, George (Genie) of Columbus and Frank (Sandy) of Shepherd; sisters-in-law, Vera Weibert of Hardin and Katherine Hartung of Garryowen; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Linda's family would like the extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Billings Health and Rehab for the kindness and special care given during her stay with them. Also, her roommate, Alvina, who was Linda's best friend, thank you for being there and remaining such a good friend. Visitation for Olinda was from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Dahl Funeral Chapel in Billings. Her funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, at the E & R Church in Hardin. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hardin. Memorials may be made to the E&R Church in Hardin or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel in Hardin and Billings.
Published in the Billings Gazette from 5/29/2007 - 5/30/2007.
Dec. 10, 1918-May 19, 2007 Age: 88 Residence: Council, Idaho, formerly of Keenesburg Tribute: Ruth Ethel Snorgrass was born in Greeley to John F. and Hallie Ethel (Werkheiser) Oster. In 1940, she married Wade Andy Snorgrass in Fort Lupton. Mrs. Snorgrass lived in Keenesburg for more than 60 years. In 1998, she moved to Council to live with her son Butch and daughter-in-law Becky. During the summers of 1953, 1954 and 1955, she and her husband and sons, Wade and Butch, owned and operated a duderanch on Lookout Mountain. Mrs. Snorgrass was a longtime Tupperware dealer in the Keenesburg area. She sewed many colorful quilt tops that she gave to many family members and friends. Mrs. Snorgrass had a wonderful sense of humor, a delightful smile and a generous heart. She died May 19 in Council. Survivors: A son, Floyd "Butch" and wife Becky of Council; four brothers, Ted and Jim of La Salle, John of Kersey and Ivan of Lochbuie; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by: Her husband in 1979, a son Wade in 1984, her parents, three brothers, Lewis, Richard and Floyd Oster and a sister, Joy Kreitzer. Graveside services were May 25 at Elmwood Cemetery, Brighton. Note: Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Snorgrass, 2644 Upper Dale Road, Council, ID 83612.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes. Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif. Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date. Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948. Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment. Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo. Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes. Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif. Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date. Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948. Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment. Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo. Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 5 Jun 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Rhynie "Sonny" Brockel, Jr, 64, died on June 2, 2007 at his home in Torrington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 7, at the Rendezvous Center at the Goshen County Fairgrounds with Pastor Ward Snyder officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery. Visitation hours will be held at the Colyer Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7p.m.; Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m.; and the casket will be closed at the service. Memorial contributions directed to the family would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends are invited to send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com Rhynie, 'Sonny,' was born May 3, 1943 in Yoder, Wyo. the son of Rhynie and Esther (Arntt) Brockel, Sr. He grew up and attended school at Torrington and then served in the Wyoming National Guard and later in the US Army during Vietnam. He returned to Torrington and worked at Z & W Mill. Sonny married Donna Main at Torrington on Sept. 15, 1972. He continued to work at Z & W Mill until 1986 when he went to farming with Terry Lofink. Sonny also worked at Golden Manor and then for the Goshen County Fairgrounds. He retired and then continued to work at the fairgrounds parttime. Sonny enjoyed working outdoors. He loved to fish, and was a bull rider at local rodeos. He was a past member of the American Legion Travis Snow Post #5. He is survived by his wife, Donna of Torrington; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Chip Voshell of Torrington; son, Johnny Rittenhouse also of Torrington; sisters, Edna Firkus and her husband, Carroll, of Racine, Wis.; and Darlene Herder of Denver; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Jill Brockel of Torrington; grandson, Patrick, who serves with the Nebraska National Guard, and his wife Brittni Voshell of Torrington; granddaughters, Crystal Voshell of Scottsbluff and Ashlee Voshell of Torrington; sisters-in-law, Gloria Brockel of Torrington; Cathy Bogus of Laramie, Wyo.; and Jeannette (Paul) Covello of Torrington; and several nieces and nephews. His parents, brothers, Ruben and Ray Brockel; and niece, Rhonda Brockel, preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 5 Jun 2007
Brandon James Wertz, 25, of Scottsbluff passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff after a courageous battle with auto immune hepatitis. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 11, at the American Legion Hall in Alliance. Abiding by his wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory. Memorials are asked to be made to the family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com Brandon was born Dec. 3, 1981 in Kimball to Allen and Mitzi (Starke) Wertz. He graduated from Kimball High School with the Class of 2000. Brandon is survived by his mother and step-father Mitzi and Dwight Knaub of Scottsbluff and Alliance; father and step-mother, Allen and Lisa Wertz of Wichita, Kan.; grandparents, Rudy and Pat Starke of Alliance and Jim and Joy Wertz of Kimball; step-grandmother, Wilma Knaub of Alliance; half-sister and brother-in-law, Heather and Kevin Hinzman of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; half-brother, Justin Wertz of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; step-sister, Kelly Robinson of Alliance; step-sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Mike Russell of Alliance; step-brother and sister-in-law, Casey and Misty Knaub of Alliance; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. His half-brother Jared Wertz preceded Brandon in death.
On a Thursday, April 23, 1959, Kathleen Terri Giesick was born to Adam and Clara Giesick in Billings. She was the fourth of five children. On June 3, 2007, Terri passed away at her home in Billings of breast cancer; she fought a long and heroic battle. And during that battle, there was always a smile. Terri grew up on the family farm in Shepherd. She attended Pioneer Progressive Grade School and graduated from Shepherd High School. Terri worked for the County Attorney's Office as Office Manager for 21 years. She was currently working at Global Crossing. Terri loved to travel, especially to Mexico. Terri was very much the adventurer at heart. She loved to garden and do beadwork. Terri would make the most beautiful bracelets, necklaces, pins and ornaments. Terri also collected hearts. On Oct. 13, 2006, Terri collected her most important heart, the man of her dreams, Harry Hoving. They were married in Jamaica. Terri always felt that the most important things in her life were home, family and friends. Preceding her in death was her father Adam Giesick; her parental grandparents, John and Katherine Giesick; her maternal grandparents, Edward and Pauline Siewert; and also her loving pet, "Charlie the Dog." Survivors include her husband, Harry; her mother, Clara Giesick from Billings; her sister, Susan (Tom) Kaiser from Billings, their children, Pete, Garry, Leeann and Jody; three brothers, Scott (Kathy) Giesick of Forsyth and their children, Jenna, Amber, Chris and Carrie, Bill (Valerie) Giesick from Billings and their children, Adam, Michael and Curtis, Dennis (Donna) Giesick from Billings and their children, Eric, Joshua and Shawn; sister-in-law, Patty (Ron) Dod and their children, Allison, Daniel and Ronnie of Florida; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Terri will be missed tremendously by all who knew her. She will always have a special place in our hearts. God, please take care of our wife, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. We all love her so much. Cremation has taken place. There will be a prayer gathering at the Cremation or Funeral Gallery at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Following the gathering, there will be a celebration of Terri's life at North Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Cremation or Funeral Gallery, 29 Eighth St. West.
LANDER -- Memorial services for Blair Duane Meyers, 82, will be held in Lander at a later date. He died June 4, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home. He was born July 20, 1924, in Bloomfield, Neb., the son of Martin L. and Lena (Engel) Meyers. During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army in France, Luxembourg and Germany. On Oct. 21, 1950, he married Romona Bell in Lander. He operated and was part-owner of French/Myers Outfitters in Sinks Canyon. He drove for Salt Creek Freightways from 1957 through 1984, when he retired. He then drove the Lander Senior Citizen bus. He was a longtime member of the American Legion and VFW, holding various positions in both, including post commander and chaplain. His interests and hobbies included hunting, fishing, road trips, adventures with his grandchildren and his cabin at South Pass City. Survivors include his daughter, Marsha Moye and her husband of Casper; son, Michael B. Meyers of Lander; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, a sister, Estella Woollett and his parents. Memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601.
> > Carol E. Altergott > > > > > > Carol E. Altergott, nee Schweigerdt, beloved wife > > of Richard; dearest mother of Patricia (Wayne) Beal, > > Judy (Michael) Kern and Lynn Creighton; loving > > grandmother of Jeffrey, Carolynn, Daniel, Michael > > and Ann Marie; fond sister of Joan Schneider and the > > late Henry Schweigerdt. Meet at Eden UCC, Tuesday, > > June 12, 2007, 5051 W. Gunnison for 11 a.m. service. > > Entombment Acacia Park Cemetery. Visitation Monday, > > 5 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Eden > > UCC or Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter > > appreciated
Greeley Tribune Greeley. Colorado 06-13-2007 *Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler * March 9, 1917 - June 11, 2007 Age: 90
Residence: Greeley Tribute: Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler was born in Ault to George and Mary (Foos) Ruff. She was raised in Mitchell, Neb., and attended schools there. In October of 1940, she married Robert Fritzler in Nebraska. In 1972, she moved to a farm east of Greeley. Mrs. Frizler was a member of Christian Science in Greeley. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, and painting. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She took care of her grandsons after their mother passed away. She was a devoted caregiver to her daughter, Joyce. Mrs. Fritzler died Monday at Life Care Center in Greeley.* * Survivors: Her husband, Robert Fritzler of Greeley; daughter, Joyce Marie Fritzler of Greeley; sisters, Helen Morris of Pennsylvania and Martha Eisele of Nebraska; a brother, Robert Ruff of Sterling; grandsons, Craig Ehrlick of Greeley, and Chad and wife Robi Ehrlick of Eaton; and grandchildren, Jessica Ehlrick, Sarah Ehlrick, Allison Ehlrick and Tiffany Ehlrick, all of Greeley, and Wyatt Ehlrick of Eaton. Preceded in death by: Her parents; her daughter, Patricia "Pat" Ann Ehrlick; three brothers and two sisters. Funeral service: 11 a.m. Thursday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Visitation: 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens. Note: Memorial contributions can be made to Schaffer Enterprises and/or Community Advantage in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 West 28th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Please visit an online memorial at www.mem.com
Residence: Loveland Tribute: Dorothy Mary Schwindt was born was born to Philip and Charlotte Frank and grew up in the Loveland/Johnstown area. Her parents and grandparents were German-Russian immigrants who settled and farmed in a little known area of the American West: the sugar producing farmlands of northern Colorado. Her family quickly integrated into the area that depended on immigrant families. As tenant farmers and factory workers, they quickly became part of the local fabric. She grew up in a family with 10 brothers and sisters. It was always fun to listen to stories of their childhood antics during the Great Depression and beyond. Mrs. Schwindt learned to work hard at a very young age on the farm and in the beet fields. The work ethic stayed with her throughout her life and was passed on as a value to all of her family. She attended schools in the Johnstown area, and at the height 5 feet 10 inches, she was involved in girls' basketball in high school. She was confirmed at the First Congregational Church in Loveland, where she also married William H. "Bill" Schwindt on Jan. 26, 1947. They celebrated 60 years of marriage in January.
Mrs. Schwindt was a caring and generous person. She was always willing to set aside her own needs to help anyone struggling in her family. She was a strong woman who her family could consistently rely on, and she embodied a spirit for life few are lucky to possess. She enjoyed her six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters along with four adopted great-grandchildren. She loved flowers and cooked of some of the best German dishes ever made without a recipe, a talent that will be missed by her friends and family. Spending time with her grandchildren was one of her favorite activities, and they will forever cherish the wonderful relationship and lasting memories they have of their grandma.
Mrs. Schwindt died Wednesday at North Shore Care Facility, Loveland.
Survivors: Her husband, William "Bill" Schwindt; her daughters, Karen Scheck and husband Gary and Lola Johnson and husband Cliff, all of Loveland; six grandchildren, Angie Baldwin and husband Derek of Iowa, Garth Scheck of Wiggins, Leah Johnson of Washington, D.C., Katie Johnson of Loveland, Jonathon Schwindt and wife Tina of Colorado Springs and Jared Schwindt and wife Cammie of Loveland; six great-grandchildren, Sage Baldwin and Madysen Schwindt and four step-great-grandchildren.
She also is survived by her sisters, Lilly Gieck of Lakewood, Gladys Sterkel and husband Vernon of Lakewood, Ruth Dill and husband Ed of Greeley; her brother, Melvin Frank and wife Joyce of Longmont; and brothers- and sisters-in-law; and about 20 nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Her parents; a son, William H. Schwindt Jr., and an infant son, Melvin Gene; a sister Olinda Bernhardt; and brothers Philip Frank, Sam Frank, Daniel "Jerry" Frank and Allen "Sonny" Frank. Services: 11 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational Church, Loveland. Interment: Loveland Burial Park. Visitation: An hour before services Monday at the church. Note: Memorial gifts may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 S. Boise Ave., Loveland, CO 80538.
Florine E. Bauer (June 15, 1930 - June 16, 2007) Florine E. Bauer Florine E. Bauer, 77, of Loveland passed away June 16, 2007 at Longmont United Hospital. She was born June 15, 1930 in Johnstown, Colorado to Alexander Rutt and Mollie Achziger. She married Alvin Bauer on November 20, 1949 in Loveland, Colorado. They have lived in the Loveland area all of their lives. She was a secretary for Proctor Oil Company. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, and playing with her great grandchildren. Florine is survived by her husband, Alvin Bauer of Loveland; daughter, Sandra Thoutt and husband Randy of Greeley; son, Harvey Bauer of Loveland; brother, Herman Rutt and wife Mildred of Longmont; sister, Rachel Wilson and husband Leroy of Loveland; 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Mollie Rutt; 4 brothers, Alex, Elmer, Ray, and Dan.Funeral service, Wednesday, 1:00p.m., Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home. Interment, Loveland Burial Park. Viewing at the Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, Tuesday, 5-7p.m.. Memorial contributions to Hospice care of Boulder and Broomfield counties in care of Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80537.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 20 Jun 2007
Henry "Hank" Rieb, 90, died June 16, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 21, at the First Congregational Church with Pastor Matt Gordon officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational Church. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the casket will be open at the church prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com. Henry was born April 25, 1917 in Windsor, Colo. the son of Peter and Marie (Bachman) Rieb. In 1924 the family moved to the Scottsbluff area where he was confirmed in the Zion Evangelical Church and it was there he met and later married Katherine "Kate" Green. Henry and Katherine were married in Scottsbluff on Sept. 6, 1936. Henry farmed until 1967 when he moved to Torrington where he began his career with the City of Torrington per-forming various jobs and eventually working for the water department until he retired in 1979. The family became members of the First Congregational Church when they first arrived in Torrington. After fifty-seven years of marriage, Henry lost his beloved wife Katherine on Oct. 24, 1992. Henry married Mildred Martin Feb. 14, 1995, and she died Aug. 4, 1996. Henry was a member of both the Moose and Elk's lodges in Torrington. He had a passion for polka music and was an honorary member of the Torrington September Fest. In his early 80's, Henry began taking classes, passed, and became a member of the Citizen's Force with the Torrington Police Department. Over the years Henry made many friends and always had a smile for everyone. He enjoyed working in his garden and had a special fondness for growing roses. He enjoyed a variety of sports, which included both the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Denver Broncos. However, his number one passion was NASCAR racing. He enjoyed making model horsedrawn beet wagons. He has a talent for seeing something and then going home to build it. Henry was full of life, a great storyteller, left his impression on everyone he met, and was never afraid of hard work. He led a full and productive life, was loved by many, and will be missed by all. Survivors include his sister, Elma Hilzer of Scottsbluff; children and their spouses, Marvin and Sandy (Hankins) Rieb of Torrington, Patricia and Tom Anderson of Brighton, Colo., Carol and Terry Lofink of Torrington, Nancy and Roy Brewer of Onalaska, Wis., and Cindi Rieb of Westminster, Colo.; grandchildren, Andrea (Rieb) and Jay Johnson, Scott and Tammy Anderson, Tom and Karen Anderson, Shellee (Rieb) and Wade Wells, Terry Conrad and Whitne Lofink, Michael and Brenda Brewer, Stephanie (Brewer) and Kent Manglitz, and Jodi (Brewer) and Paul Zaugg; seventeen great-grandchildren; a great-great grandson; and step-children, Larry and Linda Martin and Stan Martin. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Katherine; second wife, Mildred; son, Ronald; brothers, Carl, Herman, and Pete; and sisters, Rosie, Kate, and Mary.
ALEDO, Texas - Dustyn Don Frank was born Oct. 5, 1981, in Billings. Dustyn attended school in Glendive, Mont., and graduated from Aledo High School in 2000. Dustyn was captain of the Aledo High School basketball team his junior and senior year of high school. He attended college at the University of Texas in Austin; Sam Houston State University in Huntsville; and Weatherford College in Weatherford. At the time of Dustyn's death, he was the director of All About Kids Daycare in Weatherford. Dustyn died in a vehicle accident in Aledo on June 17, 2007. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 22, at Aledo Methodist Church. Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Home, 913 N. Elm St., Weatherford, TX 76086, 817-594-2747, 1-800-593-2747, is in charge of arrangements. Dustyn was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Valentine Frank of Laurel; uncle Doug Frank of Laurel; and aunt Vicki Bjorgum of Billings, great-grandparents, Oscar and Evelyn Bjorgum Sr. of Billings, and Mathilda and M.I. "Pop" Merritt. He is survived by his parents, Donald and Danna (Bjorgum) Frank of Aledo; sisters Vicki Grizzle of Fort Worth and Amanda Frank of Aledo; nieces, Alyxandra, Victorya and Samantha Grizzle of Fort Worth; grandparents, Oscar and Jackie Bjorgum of Billings; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins of Billings and Laurel, Mont. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Dustyn Frank Memorial, c/o Weatherford National Bank, PO Box 279 Aledo, TX 76008, 817-441-9551. Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
JOLIET - Alma "Johnie" Irene Hardt, 78, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at her home in Joliet. She was born May 27, 1929, in Laurel, the daughter of George and Pauline (Brenning) Hardt. She graduated from Billings Senior High School. Johnie moved to Sacramento, Calif., after graduation to work in retail sales at Carmichael Drug. She returned to Joliet to help care for her parents and worked as an Avon consultant for 24 years. Last November, she adopted "Suzy," a kitten, from her sister. Suzy quickly became the highlight of Johnie's life! In 2006, Johnie got a phone at her home and quickly made up for the years without one. She chatted daily with her sister Wilma, niece Sally and dear friend Sheryl. Alma is survived by her sister, Wilma (Ed) Tuomi of Billings; brother Harold (Betty) Hardt of Joliet; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both her parents and her sister, Dorthea Knaub. The family would like to thank Sheryl Smith and Larry Mathis for keeping a watchful eye on Johnie and helping care for her. Memorial services will be held at the Joliet Cemetery on Friday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service. Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
Florence Mae (Koenig) Luckey April 10, 1912 - June 16, 2007 Florence M. Luckey, 95, a longtime resident of Sterling, died June 16, 2007, in Thornton, due to complications of old age. Graveside memorial services and burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling. Mrs. Luckey was born April 10, 1912, to Jacob Edward Koenig and Ethel Jane (Dickerson) Koenig in Sterling. She graduated from Sterling High School in 1929. In 1932, she married Roy Leo Luckey, a banker. In the years prior to his death in 1970, they lived in Sterling and were active in the Catholic Church. After her husband’s death, Mrs. Luckey moved to Boulder to be near her children. After a 23-year period in Boulder, Mrs. Luckey moved to Westminster. In 2002 she moved to Northglenn, to live with her daughter and son-in-law. She was the proud grandmother of 27 grandchildren and the very delighted great-grandmother of 40 and great-great-grandmother to 23. Grandmother was a good friend and confidant to her grandchildren, and nothing gave her more joy than to spend time with the great-grandchildren. Florence is survived by her daughter, Loretta and her husband Jerry of Northglenn; her son, Dick and his wife Pat of Aurora; her son, Bill and his wife Heather of Rockville, M.D.; her son, Dennis and his wife Linda of Westminster; her son, Joe and his wife Mara of Westminster; 27 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Luckey was preceded in death by her husband, Roy; daughter, Mary Ellen; son, Tom; her parents; and her brother, Perry “Bunk.” Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Luckey’s name to Hospice of the Plains Inc, 411 W. Main, Sterling, CO 80751.
The Jamestown Sun Published Thursday, June 21, 2007 Frank M. Senger, 81, Devils Lake, N.D., died Friday, June 15, 2007, at MeritCare Palliative Care Center, Fargo, N.D. Mr. Senger was born May 24, 1926, near Orrin, N.D., the son of Anton and Mary (Axtman) Senger. He grew up on a farm near Devils Lake where he attended a country school. He married Amelia Schwan in 1944. He worked for Tubbys Conoco before opening his own Phillips 66 service station which he operated until 1966. He then moved to Grafton where he worked at the Ford dealership for a few years. He moved to Fargo and worked for Wallworks Ford until he retired. He spent his time between Devils Lake and Arizona. He enjoyed animals and fixing things. He is survived by a son, Steve (Susan), Jamestown; two daughters, Antonette Toni (Larry) Busch, Puyallup, Wash., and Marilynn (Ron) Hannesson, West Fargo, N.D.; a daughter-in-law, Virge Senger, Salome, Ariz.; a brother, Tim (Rose), Devils Lake; eight sisters, Jennie Bertsch, Marcella (Julius) Schafer and Donna (Joe) Leiphon, all of Devils Lake, Louise (Eddie) Everson and Diane Christianson, both Bismarck, N.D., Frances Wentz, Toppenish, Wash., Isabelle (Paul) Bosch, Sebeka, Minn., and Marie (Joe) Bosch; a sister-in-law, Catherine Senger, Gully, Minn.; 16 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons, Dennis and Joseph; his parents; three brothers Joseph, Wendt and John; a sister, Margaret Jager; four brothers-in-law, Mike Jager, Fred Bertsch, Ray Wentz and Arnie Christianson; and two grandsons, Matthew Hannesson and Collin Bryl. Services: held Tuesday, St. Josephs Catholic Church, Devils Lake. Arrangements by Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake. Burial: St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery, Devils Lake.
Florence Mae (Koenig) Luckey April 10, 1912 - June 16, 2007 Florence M. Luckey, 95, a longtime resident of Sterling, died June 16, 2007, in Thornton, due to complications of old age. Graveside memorial services and burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling. Mrs. Luckey was born April 10, 1912, to Jacob Edward Koenig and Ethel Jane (Dickerson) Koenig in Sterling. She graduated from Sterling High School in 1929.
In 1932, she married Roy Leo Luckey, a banker. In the years prior to his death in 1970, they lived in Sterling and were active in the Catholic Church. After her husband’s death, Mrs. Luckey moved to Boulder to be near her children.
After a 23-year period in Boulder, Mrs. Luckey moved to Westminster. In 2002 she moved to Northglenn, to live with her daughter and son-in-law. She was the proud grandmother of 27 grandchildren and the very delighted great-grandmother of 40 and great-great-grandmother to 23. Grandmother was a good friend and confidant to her grandchildren, and nothing gave her more joy than to spend time with the great-grandchildren. Florence is survived by her daughter, Loretta and her husband Jerry of Northglenn; her son, Dick and his wife Pat of Aurora; her son, Bill and his wife Heather of Rockville, M.D.; her son, Dennis and his wife Linda of Westminster; her son, Joe and his wife Mara of Westminster; 27 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Luckey was preceded in death by her husband, Roy; daughter, Mary Ellen; son, Tom; her parents; and her brother, Perry “Bunk.” Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Luckey’s name to Hospice of the Plains Inc, 411 W. Main, Sterling, CO 80751.
JOLIET - Alma "Johnie" Irene Hardt, 78, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at her home in Joliet. She was born May 27, 1929, in Laurel, the daughter of George and Pauline (Brenning) Hardt. She graduated from Billings Senior High School. Johnie moved to Sacramento, Calif., after graduation to work in retail sales at Carmichael Drug. She returned to Joliet to help care for her parents and worked as an Avon consultant for 24 years. Last November, she adopted "Suzy," a kitten, from her sister. Suzy quickly became the highlight of Johnie's life! In 2006, Johnie got a phone at her home and quickly made up for the years without one. She chatted daily with her sister Wilma, niece Sally and dear friend Sheryl. Alma is survived by her sister, Wilma (Ed) Tuomi of Billings; brother Harold (Betty) Hardt of Joliet; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both her parents and her sister, Dorthea Knaub. The family would like to thank Sheryl Smith and Larry Mathis for keeping a watchful eye on Johnie and helping care for her. Memorial services will be held at the Joliet Cemetery on Friday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service.
ALEDO, Texas - Dustyn Don Frank was born Oct. 5, 1981, in Billings. Dustyn attended school in Glendive, Mont., and graduated from Aledo High School in 2000. Dustyn was captain of the Aledo High School basketball team his junior and senior year of high school. He attended college at the University of Texas in Austin; Sam Houston State University in Huntsville; and Weatherford College in Weatherford. At the time of Dustyn's death, he was the director of All About Kids Daycare in Weatherford. Dustyn died in a vehicle accident in Aledo on June 17, 2007. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 22, at Aledo Methodist Church. Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Home, 913 N. Elm St., Weatherford, TX 76086, 817-594-2747, 1-800-593-2747, is in charge of arrangements. Dustyn was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Valentine Frank of Laurel; uncle Doug Frank of Laurel; and aunt Vicki Bjorgum of Billings, great-grandparents, Oscar and Evelyn Bjorgum Sr. of Billings, and Mathilda and M.I. "Pop" Merritt. He is survived by his parents, Donald and Danna (Bjorgum) Frank of Aledo; sisters Vicki Grizzle of Fort Worth and Amanda Frank of Aledo; nieces, Alyxandra, Victorya and Samantha Grizzle of Fort Worth; grandparents, Oscar and Jackie Bjorgum of Billings; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins of Billings and Laurel, Mont. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Dustyn Frank Memorial, c/o Weatherford National Bank, PO Box 279 Aledo, TX 76008, 817-441-9551.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 20 Jun 2007
Henry "Hank" Rieb, 90, died June 16, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 21, at the First Congregational Church with Pastor Matt Gordon officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational Church. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the casket will be open at the church prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com. Henry was born April 25, 1917 in Windsor, Colo. the son of Peter and Marie (Bachman) Rieb. In 1924 the family moved to the Scottsbluff area where he was confirmed in the Zion Evangelical Church and it was there he met and later married Katherine "Kate" Green. Henry and Katherine were married in Scottsbluff on Sept. 6, 1936. Henry farmed until 1967 when he moved to Torrington where he began his career with the City of Torrington per-forming various jobs and eventually working for the water department until he retired in 1979. The family became members of the First Congregational Church when they first arrived in Torrington. After fifty-seven years of marriage, Henry lost his beloved wife Katherine on Oct. 24, 1992. Henry married Mildred Martin Feb. 14, 1995, and she died Aug. 4, 1996. Henry was a member of both the Moose and Elk's lodges in Torrington. He had a passion for polka music and was an honorary member of the Torrington September Fest. In his early 80's, Henry began taking classes, passed, and became a member of the Citizen's Force with the Torrington Police Department. Over the years Henry made many friends and always had a smile for everyone. He enjoyed working in his garden and had a special fondness for growing roses. He enjoyed a variety of sports, which included both the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Denver Broncos. However, his number one passion was NASCAR racing. He enjoyed making model horsedrawn beet wagons. He has a talent for seeing something and then going home to build it. Henry was full of life, a great storyteller, left his impression on everyone he met, and was never afraid of hard work. He led a full and productive life, was loved by many, and will be missed by all. Survivors include his sister, Elma Hilzer of Scottsbluff; children and their spouses, Marvin and Sandy (Hankins) Rieb of Torrington, Patricia and Tom Anderson of Brighton, Colo., Carol and Terry Lofink of Torrington, Nancy and Roy Brewer of Onalaska, Wis., and Cindi Rieb of Westminster, Colo.; grandchildren, Andrea (Rieb) and Jay Johnson, Scott and Tammy Anderson, Tom and Karen Anderson, Shellee (Rieb) and Wade Wells, Terry Conrad and Whitne Lofink, Michael and Brenda Brewer, Stephanie (Brewer) and Kent Manglitz, and Jodi (Brewer) and Paul Zaugg; seventeen great-grandchildren; a great-great grandson; and step-children, Larry and Linda Martin and Stan Martin. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Katherine; second wife, Mildred; son, Ronald; brothers, Carl, Herman, and Pete; and sisters, Rosie, Kate, and Mary.
Florine E. Bauer (June 15, 1930 - June 16, 2007) Florine E. Bauer Florine E. Bauer, 77, of Loveland passed away June 16, 2007 at Longmont United Hospital. She was born June 15, 1930 in Johnstown, Colorado to Alexander Rutt and Mollie Achziger. She married Alvin Bauer on November 20, 1949 in Loveland, Colorado. They have lived in the Loveland area all of their lives. She was a secretary for Proctor Oil Company. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, and playing with her great grandchildren. Florine is survived by her husband, Alvin Bauer of Loveland; daughter, Sandra Thoutt and husband Randy of Greeley; son, Harvey Bauer of Loveland; brother, Herman Rutt and wife Mildred of Longmont; sister, Rachel Wilson and husband Leroy of Loveland; 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Mollie Rutt; 4 brothers, Alex, Elmer, Ray, and Dan. Funeral service, Wednesday, 1:00p.m., Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home. Interment, Loveland Burial Park. Viewing at the ibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, Tuesday, 5-7p.m.. Memorial contributions to Hospice care of Boulder and Broomfield counties in care of Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80537.
Residence: Loveland Tribute: Dorothy Mary Schwindt was born was born to Philip and Charlotte Frank and grew up in the Loveland/Johnstown area. Her parents and grandparents were German-Russian immigrants who settled and farmed in a little known area of the American West: the sugar producing farmlands of northern Colorado. Her family quickly integrated into the area that depended on immigrant families. As tenant farmers and factory workers, they quickly became part of the local fabric. She grew up in a family with 10 brothers and sisters. It was always fun to listen to stories of their childhood antics during the Great Depression and beyond. Mrs. Schwindt learned to work hard at a very young age on the farm and in the beet fields. The work ethic stayed with her throughout her life and was passed on as a value to all of her family. She attended schools in the Johnstown area, and at the height 5 feet 10 inches, she was involved in girls' basketball in high school.She was confirmed at the First Congregational Church in Loveland, where she also married William H. "Bill" Schwindt on Jan. 26, 1947. They celebrated 60 years of marriage in January. Mrs. Schwindt was a caring and generous person. She was always willing to set aside her own needs to help anyone struggling in her family. She was a strong woman who her family could consistently rely on, and she embodied a spirit for life few are lucky to possess. She enjoyed her six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters along with four adopted great-grandchildren. She loved flowers and cooked of some of the best German dishes ever made without a recipe, a talent that will be missed by her friends and family. Spending time with her grandchildren was one of her favorite activities, and they will forever cherish the wonderful relationship and lasting memories they have of their grandma. Mrs. Schwindt died Wednesday at North Shore Care Facility, Loveland. Survivors: Her husband, William "Bill" Schwindt; her daughters, Karen Scheck and husband Gary and Lola Johnson and husband Cliff, all of Loveland; six grandchildren, Angie Baldwin and husband Derek of Iowa, Garth Scheck of Wiggins, Leah Johnson of Washington, D.C., Katie Johnson of Loveland, Jonathon Schwindt and wife Tina of Colorado Springs and Jared Schwindt and wife Cammie of Loveland; six great-grandchildren, Sage Baldwin and Madysen Schwindt and four step-great-grandchildren. She also is survived by her sisters, Lilly Gieck of Lakewood, Gladys Sterkel and husband Vernon of Lakewood, Ruth Dill and husband Ed of Greeley; her brother, Melvin Frank and wife Joyce of Longmont; and brothers- and sisters-in-law; and about 20 nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Her parents; a son, William H. Schwindt Jr., and an infant son, Melvin Gene; a sister Olinda Bernhardt; and brothers Philip Frank, Sam Frank, Daniel "Jerry" Frank and Allen "Sonny" Frank.
Services: 11 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational Church, Loveland.
Interment: Loveland Burial Park.
Visitation: An hour before services Monday at the church.
Note: Memorial gifts may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 S. Boise Ave., Loveland, CO 80538
March 9, 1917 - June 11, 2007 Age: 90 Residence: Greeley Tribute: Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler was born in Ault to George and Mary (Foos) Ruff. She was raised in Mitchell, Neb., and attended schools there. In October of 1940, she married Robert Fritzler in Nebraska.In 1972, she moved to a farm east of Greeley. Mrs. Frizler was a member of Christian Science in Greeley. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, and painting. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She took care of her grandsons after their mother passed away. She was a devoted caregiver to her daughter, Joyce. Mrs. Fritzler died Monday at Life Care Center in Greeley. Survivors: Her husband, Robert Fritzler of Greeley; daughter, Joyce Marie Fritzler of Greeley; sisters, Helen Morris of Pennsylvania and Martha Eisele of Nebraska; a brother, Robert Ruff of Sterling; grandsons, Craig Ehrlick of Greeley, and Chad and wife Robi Ehrlick of Eaton; and grandchildren, Jessica Ehlrick, Sarah Ehlrick, Allison Ehlrick and Tiffany Ehlrick, all of Greeley, and Wyatt Ehlrick of Eaton. Preceded in death by: Her parents; her daughter, Patricia "Pat" Ann Ehrlick; three brothers and two sisters. Funeral service: 11 a.m. Thursday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Visitation: 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens. Note: Memorial contributions can be made to Schaffer Enterprises and/or Community Advantage in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 West 28th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Please visit an online memorial at www.mem.com
> > Carol E. Altergott > > > > > > Carol E. Altergott, nee Schweigerdt, beloved wife > > of Richard; dearest mother of Patricia (Wayne) Beal, > > Judy (Michael) Kern and Lynn Creighton; loving > > grandmother of Jeffrey, Carolynn, Daniel, Michael > > and Ann Marie; fond sister of Joan Schneider and the > > late Henry Schweigerdt. Meet at Eden UCC, Tuesday, > > June 12, 2007, 5051 W. Gunnison for 11 a.m. service. > > Entombment Acacia Park Cemetery. Visitation Monday, > > 5 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Eden > > UCC or Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter > > appreciated
Thursday, June 07, 2007 LANDER -- Memorial services for Blair Duane Meyers, 82, will be held in Lander at a later date. He died June 4, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home. He was born July 20, 1924, in Bloomfield, Neb., the son of Martin L. and Lena (Engel) Meyers. During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army in France, Luxembourg and Germany. On Oct. 21, 1950, he married Romona Bell in Lander. He operated and was part-owner of French/Myers Outfitters in Sinks Canyon. He drove for Salt Creek Freightways from 1957 through 1984, when he retired. He then drove the Lander Senior Citizen bus. He was a longtime member of the American Legion and VFW, holding various positions in both, including post commander and chaplain. His interests and hobbies included hunting, fishing, road trips, adventures with his grandchildren and his cabin at South Pass City. Survivors include his daughter, Marsha Moye and her husband of Casper; son, Michael B. Meyers of Lander; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, a sister, Estella Woollett and his parents. Memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601.
On a Thursday, April 23, 1959, Kathleen Terri Giesick was born to Adam and Clara Giesick in Billings. She was the fourth of five children. On June 3, 2007, Terri passed away at her home in Billings of breast cancer; she fought a long and heroic battle. And during that battle, there was always a smile. Terri grew up on the family farm in Shepherd. She attended Pioneer Progressive Grade School and graduated from Shepherd High School. Terri worked for the County Attorney's Office as Office Manager for 21 years. She was currently working at Global Crossing. Terri loved to travel, especially to Mexico. Terri was very much the adventurer at heart. She loved to garden and do beadwork. Terri would make the most beautiful bracelets, necklaces, pins and ornaments. Terri also collected hearts. On Oct. 13, 2006, Terri collected her most important heart, the man of her dreams, Harry Hoving. They were married in Jamaica. Terri always felt that the most important things in her life were home, family and friends. Preceding her in death was her father Adam Giesick; her parental grandparents, John and Katherine Giesick; her maternal grandparents, Edward and Pauline Siewert; and also her loving pet, "Charlie the Dog." Survivors include her husband, Harry; her mother, Clara Giesick from Billings; her sister, Susan (Tom) Kaiser from Billings, their children, Pete, Garry, Leeann and Jody; three brothers, Scott (Kathy) Giesick of Forsyth and their children, Jenna, Amber, Chris and Carrie, Bill (Valerie) Giesick from Billings and their children, Adam, Michael and Curtis, Dennis (Donna) Giesick from Billings and their children, Eric, Joshua and Shawn; sister-in-law, Patty (Ron) Dod and their children, Allison, Daniel and Ronnie of Florida; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Terri will be missed tremendously by all who knew her. She will always have a special place in our hearts. God, please take care of our wife, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. We all love her so much. Cremation has taken place. There will be a prayer gathering at the Cremation or Funeral Gallery at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Following the gathering, there will be a celebration of Terri's life at North Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Cremation or Funeral Gallery, 29 Eighth St. West.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 5 Jun 2007
Brandon James Wertz, 25, of Scottsbluff passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff after a courageous battle with auto immune hepatitis. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 11, at the American Legion Hall in Alliance. Abiding by his wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory. Memorials are asked to be made to the family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com Brandon was born Dec. 3, 1981 in Kimball to Allen and Mitzi (Starke) Wertz. He graduated from Kimball High School with the Class of 2000. Brandon is survived by his mother and step-father Mitzi and Dwight Knaub of Scottsbluff and Alliance; father and step-mother, Allen and Lisa Wertz of Wichita, Kan.; grandparents, Rudy and Pat Starke of Alliance and Jim and Joy Wertz of Kimball; step-grandmother, Wilma Knaub of Alliance; half-sister and brother-in-law, Heather and Kevin Hinzman of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; half-brother, Justin Wertz of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; step-sister, Kelly Robinson of Alliance; step-sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Mike Russell of Alliance; step-brother and sister-in-law, Casey and Misty Knaub of Alliance; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. His half-brother Jared Wertz preceded Brandon in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 5 Jun 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Rhynie "Sonny" Brockel, Jr, 64, died on June 2, 2007 at his home in Torrington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 7, at the Rendezvous Center at the Goshen County Fairgrounds with Pastor Ward Snyder officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery. Visitation hours will be held at the Colyer Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7p.m.; Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m.; and the casket will be closed at the service. Memorial contributions directed to the family would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends are invited to send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com Rhynie, 'Sonny,' was born May 3, 1943 in Yoder, Wyo. the son of Rhynie and Esther (Arntt) Brockel, Sr. He grew up and attended school at Torrington and then served in the Wyoming National Guard and later in the US Army during Vietnam. He returned to Torrington and worked at Z & W Mill. Sonny married Donna Main at Torrington on Sept. 15, 1972. He continued to work at Z & W Mill until 1986 when he went to farming with Terry Lofink. Sonny also worked at Golden Manor and then for the Goshen County Fairgrounds. He retired and then continued to work at the fairgrounds parttime. Sonny enjoyed working outdoors. He loved to fish, and was a bull rider at local rodeos. He was a past member of the American Legion Travis Snow Post #5. He is survived by his wife, Donna of Torrington; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Chip Voshell of Torrington; son, Johnny Rittenhouse also of Torrington; sisters, Edna Firkus and her husband, Carroll, of Racine, Wis.; and Darlene Herder of Denver; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Jill Brockel of Torrington; grandson, Patrick, who serves with the Nebraska National Guard, and his wife Brittni Voshell of Torrington; granddaughters, Crystal Voshell of Scottsbluff and Ashlee Voshell of Torrington; sisters-in-law, Gloria Brockel of Torrington; Cathy Bogus of Laramie, Wyo.; and Jeannette (Paul) Covello of Torrington; and several nieces and nephews. His parents, brothers, Ruben and Ray Brockel; and niece, Rhonda Brockel, preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes. Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif. Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date. Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948. Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment. Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo. Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Residence: Council, Idaho, formerly of Keenesburg Tribute: Ruth Ethel Snorgrass was born in Greeley to John F. and Hallie Ethel (Werkheiser) Oster. In 1940, she married Wade Andy Snorgrass in Fort Lupton. Mrs. Snorgrass lived in Keenesburg for more than 60 years. In 1998, she moved to Council to live with her son Butch and daughter-in-law Becky. During the summers of 1953, 1954 and 1955, she and her husband and sons, Wade and Butch, owned and operated a duderanch on Lookout Mountain. Mrs. Snorgrass was a longtime Tupperware dealer in the Keenesburg area. She sewed many colorful quilt tops that she gave to many family members and friends. Mrs. Snorgrass had a wonderful sense of humor, a delightful smile and a generous heart. She died May 19 in Council. Survivors: A son, Floyd "Butch" and wife Becky of Council; four brothers, Ted and Jim of La Salle, John of Kersey and Ivan of Lochbuie; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by: Her husband in 1979, a son Wade in 1984, her parents, three brothers, Lewis, Richard and Floyd Oster and a sister, Joy Kreitzer. Graveside services were May 25 at Elmwood Cemetery, Brighton. Note: Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Snorgrass, 2644 Upper Dale Road, Council, ID 83612.
At the age of 85, Olinda Weibert, our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at Billings Health and Rehab. She was born Olinda Ostwald on Oct. 13, 1921, in Bridger, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Fox) Ostwald. Linda graduated from Laurel High School. In April of 1940, Linda was united in marriage to Alex Schneider in Hardin. They raised three children. After 46 years of marriage, Alex died in 1986. The summer of 1989, Linda married Henry Weibert in Columbus, where they lived for three years before moving to Billings. Henry died in 1997. Linda was a devoted member of the Christ Evangelical & Reformed Church in Hardin. Her hobbies included gardening, caring for her yard and the beautiful flowers she grew and she was an avid reader. Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Alex and Henry; sisters, Lydia, Martha and Betty; brothers, Edward, Harry, Bill, Harold, Herman and baby George; great-grandson, Jack Arbogast, Jr.; two sons-in-law, Jack Arbogast, Sr. and Seth Kates. She leaves behind her daughter, Lorelei Kates of Billings; sons, Alex (Pam) Schneider, Jr. of Butte and Aubrey (Judy) Schneider of Billings; sister, Marge (Lloyd) Schell of Billings; brothers, Eugene (Judy) of Thompson Falls, George (Genie) of Columbus and Frank (Sandy) of Shepherd; sisters-in-law, Vera Weibert of Hardin and Katherine Hartung of Garryowen; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Linda's family would like the extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Billings Health and Rehab for the kindness and special care given during her stay with them. Also, her roommate, Alvina, who was Linda's best friend, thank you for being there and remaining such a good friend. Visitation for Olinda was from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Dahl Funeral Chapel in Billings. Her funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, at the E & R Church in Hardin. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hardin. Memorials may be made to the E&R Church in Hardin or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel in Hardin and Billings.
Published in the Billings Gazette from 5/29/2007 - 5/30/2007.
Selma I. Ehli, 86, of Cheyenne died May 29 at Cheyenne Healthcare.
She was born June 5, 1920, in Expansion, N.D., and had lived here for eight years with prior residence of seven years in Richardton, N.D., and 42 years on the family ranch.
Mrs. Ehli was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary and AARP.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Carol Ehli of Moore, Okla.; a daughter and son-in-law, Charlene and Michael Rushing of Cheyenne; a brother, Albert Wittmayer of Hazen, N.D.; two sisters, Frieda Lukins of Pick City, N.D., and Earna Sailer of Hazen; one grandchild; three step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Shirley Ehli and Frieda Ehli, both of Arizona and Mary Ehli of Kansas.
Mrs. Ehli was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Ehli Jr. on Dec. 25, 1998; two sons, Ronald Ehli and Robert Ehli; a daughter, Darlene Ehli; six brothers; and two sisters.
She loved to play bingo and do crafts and had the unique ability of being loved by all that met her.
Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Golgotha Lutheran Church in Golden Valley, N.D., and interment will follow in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery under the direction of Seibel Funeral Home.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 30 May 2007
MITCHELL - Lawrence (Lorenz) Sell, Sr., 98, departed this life Sunday, May 27, 2007, at the Mitchell Care Center in Mitchell. He was a longtime resident of the North Platte Valley, having lived in Scottsbluff, Lyman, and Mitchell for most all of 95 years. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Chapel in Scottsbluff. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be Thursday, May 31, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Jolliffe Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com. Lawrence was born Aug. 6, 1908, in Frank, Russia - one of the Volga German communities from which many Western Nebraska families immigrated. With his parents, George and Anna Marie (Heizenrader) Sell, and four older siblings (Molly, John, Pauline, and Alexander), he came to the US as a small boy in 1912 through Ellis Island. Traveling by rail from New York City to initially live with relatives in Morrill. His family worked over the next decades as seasonal laborers on farms and in sugar factories. In addition, he drove gas and ready-mix trucks and sold used cars. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing and baseball. He married Lydia Schledewitz (who also came to the US with her family as a two-year old from Yost, Russia) Jan. 30, 1928. Together, they raised three sons and three daughters. Those who knew Lawrence recognized him as someone with a great memory for names, places, and events. His conversations often connected people he met with relatives, friends, and personal histories. He will long be remembered for this great capacity to recall and honor the past, including the spiritual aspects of life. Survivors include his daughters, Betty (Vic) Loose and Elsie (Reiny) Foos, both of Scottsbluff; son, G. Roger (Bobbi) Sell of Springfield, Mo.; 27 grandchildren; and 43 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers (including Jack and Rueben); sisters; his wife, Lydia (in 1990); sons Lawrence Jr. and Marvin Sr.; and daughter, Ruth Weinmaster
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Annie Green, 94, of Scottsbluff, died Monday, May 28, 2007 at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the church. Annie was born May 31, 1912 in Milwaukee, Wis. to Nicholas and Catherine E. (Spahn) Green. At an early age she moved with her family to the Lake Alice Community where she received her education. She had lived in the area all of her life. She was a lifetime member of the Salem Congregational Church and sang in the church choir. Annie was a very kind and caring person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her nieces, Florine Starkell of Scottsbluff and Arlene Harimon of Minatare; nephews, Marvin Green of Gering and Gary Green of Torrington, Wyo.; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Henry, Conrad H., Louis, Rueben B., and Dave Green; and sister, Molly Scott.
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Harry Burbach, 90, of Scottsbluff, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff. His funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Paul Hebbert officiating. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to be held at a later time at the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff. Memorials in his name may be made to the Farm & Ranch Museum, Prairie Haven Hospice or to the Diabetes Association. Friends who wish may call at the funeral home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday following the funeral service. His obituary may be viewed online at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com where condolences may be left for the family. Harry was born June 28, 1916 in Lincoln, Neb. to Henry and Mary (Hessler) Burbach. At the age of eleven months, he moved with his family to the Scottsbluff area where he grew up and received his education. He married Ella Grasmick Dec. 15, 1937, in Scottsbluff. He and his wife farmed northeast of Scottsbluff until 1956. He then worked a number of years as a tank wagon driver for Kuxhaus Oil Company before moving to Montana in 1975 to farm with his son Roger. They returned to Scottsbluff in 1979 where he helped on various farms in the area until his retirement. Harry loved to build and collect model tractors, but the true joy in his life were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He was a member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff Survivors include his sons, Ralph and his wife Jeannetta Burbach of Gering and Russell and his wife Joanie Burbach of Holdrege, Neb.; daughter-in-law, Karlene Burbach of Glendive, Mont.; grandchildren, Terry and his wife Bonnie Burbach of Fallon, Mont., Gregory and his wife Naomi Burbach of Glendive, Randy and his wife Vicki Burbach of Minatare, Sheri and her husband Brandon Grover of Gering and Mike and his wife Jill Burbach of Centennial, Colo.; great-grandchildren, Daniel and his wife Joy Burbach, Taylor Burbach, Amanda and her husband Bobby Hopper, Jordan Burbach, Ella Burbach, Ryan Burbach and Jacob Grover and a great-great grandson, Mason Hopper. His parents, his wife Ella, son Roger, three brothers and three sisters preceded Harry in death.
Tribute: Alma Magnuson was born in Loveland to John and Lena (Weber) Hoffman. She graduated from Loveland High School in 1934 and lived in and around Loveland, Greeley and Ault all of her life. She owned Woody's Café in Greeley for years and then worked many years for the Ault Sanitation Board. Mrs. Magnuson was a member of the Lutheran Church of Ault and the V.F.W. Post No. 4334. She was known for her friendly style and good sense of humor. She was loved and respected in her community and by her family and friends. Mrs. Magnuson died Sunday at The Bridge in Greeley. Survivors: Two sons, Warren "Woody" Woodmansee of Denver and Gary Woodmansee of Curlew, Wash.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: Her husband, C. Harvey Magnuson; a son, Kent Woods; and four brothers. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel, 702 13th St., Greeley. Visitation: 4-7 p.m. today at Allnutt Macy Chapel. Interment: Eaton Cemetery. Note: Memorials to the Ault Senior Center in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Friends may view the online obit, sign the guest book and send condolences at www.allnutt.com
Henry Spade Jr. Sept. 7, 1916 - May 26, 2007 Age: 90 Residence: Loveland Tribute: Henry Spade Jr. was born in Fort Morgan to Henry Spade Sr. and Elizabeth Kreiger Spade in Fort Morgan. He grew up in Fort Morgan, where he also attended schools. He farmed in the Fort Morgan area before moving to Loveland 50 years ago. He then farmed in the Loveland area until he retired in 1968. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Loveland, he loved fishing, bowling, the dog track, and he enjoyed his friends who would pick him up to go for coffee time. He also received the High Ten for his sugar beets for 13 years. Mr. Spade died May 26 at Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley. Preceded in death by: His parents; a son, Harvey Spade; eight brothers; and one sister. Survivors: His daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Spade of Loveland; a brother, Joe Spade, of Kentucky; two grandchildren, Roger Spade and Pam Brenckle (Guy); two great-grandchildren, Alec and Melody Brenckle; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 30, at the First Congregational Church. Viewing: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Viegut Funeral Home. Interment: Loveland Burial Park. Note: Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 N. Boise Ave. Loveland.
Residence: Greeley Tribute: Lydia S. Kraft was born in *Oberdorf, Russia *to George and Anna Elizabeth (Weitzel) Schneider. She came to the United State in October 1913 and lived in Greeley her entire life. On Jan. 19, 1936, she married George R. Kraft in Greeley. He died on Feb. 14, 1992. Mr. Kraft worked in the laundry department at the Weld County General Hospital and she and her husband owned and operated the Dairy Creme on 7th Avenue and 14th Street for 29 years, retiring in 1969. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Congregational Church and the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She also was a member of the AMICA Club in Greeley and had lived at the Greeley Place for 15 1/2 years. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and she loved activities with her family. Mrs. Kraft died Friday, May 25, at Centennial Health Center in Greeley. Survivors: A daughter, Joann Weinmeister of Greeley; two grandsons, Lauren and his wife Krista Weinmeister of Johnstown, and Mark Weinmeister of Houston, Texas; two granddaughters, Karen and her husband Mark Sitzman of Greeley, and Vivian and her husband Brian Foss of Eaton; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granchildren. Preceded in death by: Her husband; her parents; four brothers; five sisters; and a son-in-law, Raymond Weinmeister, in 1993. Funeral service: 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, at Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel. Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel. Interment: Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley. Note: Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Congregational church in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631.
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Mary Louise “Peg” Bretz, 80, of Oshkosh, passed away Thursday evening, May 24, 2007, at the Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at the St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Bishop Joe Burnett and Mother Mary Lou Reynolds co-officiating. Inurnment will be in the Oshkosh City Cemetery.
At her request, cremation was held and there will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Volunteer’s of America, St. George’s Episcopal Church or to the Oshkosh Library.
Holechek Funeral Home in Oshkosh is in charge of arrangements.
Peg was born on November 1, 1926, in Denver, Colo., the daughter of John and Jewell (Lowrance) Dunne. She grew up in Denver and received her education in Eaton, Colo. where she graduated from high school in 1944. She furthered her education at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, Colo. and received her Bachelor’s degree in home economics in 1948. While at Colorado State, she was the yearbook editor.
After college, Peg worked at the Montana State Extension Office as the Women’s Editor where she wrote columns and produced radio shows. Peg met John Bretz in Bozeman, and the couple was married on September 3, 1950, in Eaton. After John returned from over seas during the Korean War, they made their home in San Francisco, Calif. and Neligh, Nebraska before moving to Oshkosh in 1955.
Peg was active in the community. She worked at McCormac’s Variety for 25 years. She made numerous quilts for family and friends’ babies. While raising her four daughters, she was very active with 4-H and the Girl Scouts. True to her life-long love of literature, she was a member of the Writer’s Group, served on the Oshkosh Library Board, tutored Oshkosh Grade School students, read voraciously, and wrote memorable Christmas cards. She also played in bridge clubs for 50 years and occupied her spare time with crossword puzzles. She loved to garden, producing beautiful flowers and preserving fruits and vegetables from her efforts. Peg was very active in the church; she was one of the founding members of St. George’s Episcopal Church in 1962 and was ordained as a Deacon in 2005. She was also part of the Garden County Ministerial Association. Curious and interested in people of all cultures, Peg thrived on learning about them, especially the local history of Sand Creek.
Peg will be best known for being a loyal and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She adopted many of her children’s friends as her own; she has been known to spoil the cats as well. Overcoming many health problems, Peg had the comfort in knowing that she would receive excellent health care in Garden County.
She is survived by four daughters, Julie Bretz of Denver, Laurie Bretz of Denver, Meg Bretz-Freeland of Austin, Texas, and Amy Bretz of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter, Katie Freeland of Austin, Texas; and host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1996 and her parents.
LAUREL - Allan Frank, 46, of Billings, died peacefully on May 23, 2007, at the Horizon House, where he had recently resided. Allan was born on Sept. 30, 1960, to Elsie and Herman Frank, both of Laurel. Allan was raised in Laurel, where he graduated from Laurel High School in 1978. After graduation, Allan worked in retail for many years and then as a certified nurse's aidw in several area nursing homes. Allan loved working with the elderly and brought much comfort to all those that he touched in his short life. We will truly miss his smile and kind heart. Allan was preceded in death by his parents. Allan is survived by his brother, Gerald (Jody); his brother, Ken (Maureen); and his sister, Karen (Steve) Frickel. Allan was a loving uncle to Jill (Karson), Jeremy (Maggie), Kara (Mark), Kim (Wade), Travis, Chloe and Liam and a loving great-uncle to Halle, Jenna, Josh, Justin and Kaycee. Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Interment will be in the Laurel Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Big Sky Hospice in memory of Allan.
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ALLIANCE - Paul Alexander "Duke" Snyder, 68, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, S.D. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, at St. John's United Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Buschbom officiating. Burial with military rites will be in the Alliance Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of the family at 1228 Duncan Avenue, Alliance, NE 69301. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Paul was born Nov. 23, 1938 in Northport, Neb., the sixth child to Carl and Elizabeth (Ehrhardt) Snyder. He was baptized at the Lutheran Church in Sidney and attended school in Sidney and Hemingford. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965. He worked for local farmers, Meter Smith Well Drilling and then in1968 and until currently owned and operated Snyder's Vacuum Sales and Service. Paul married Geraldine L. (Jeri) Taylor Aug. 19, 1965. To this union three children were born, Jimmy, Paula and Troy. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a lifetime member of the Eagles Aerie #136. He enjoyed Stockcar Racing, Husker football, fishing, and farming and ranching. He is survived by his wife Geraldine (Jeri); children, Jimmy Snyder and Paula Snyder, and grandson, Anthony Snyder all of Alliance; his brother, Carl (Ilene) Snyder, Jr. of Dugan, Calif.; sisters, Eva Burney of Cutbank, Mont., and Linda Voss of Hale Center, Texas; sister-in-law, Barbara Snyder of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews. His son Troy, his parents, two sisters, a brother and two brothers-in-law preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 25 May 2007
MORRILL - William James Hinman, 78, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 25, at East Lawn Cemetery in Minatare with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating. The William Hinman Memorial Fund has been established in care of the family. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com William was born April 8, 1929 in Minatare to Elton A. and Bessie Marie (Nelson) Hinman. He received his education in Minatare and married Dorothy Hardt Jan. 2, 1949 in Gering. He was a ditch rider for Gering/ Ft. Laramie Irrigation District until 1952 when he began his employment at Swift and Company for 23 years. After retiring from Swifts he returned to farming. He loved working with horses, hunting, fishing and spending time with and caring for his family. Survivors include his wife Dorothy; daughter, Sandra Hinman of Lyman; sons-in-law, Mike Lowry of Yoder, Wyo. and Larry Sayre, of Morrill; grandsons, William (Glenna) Zwiebel, Lyman, Justin Zwiebel and his fiancé Angie Weiss of Mitchell and Andrew Grasmick of Oregon; step-grandchildren, Chad (Amber) Lowry, Torrington, Brad Lowry of Florida and Candice Lowry of Torrington, and seven great-grandchildren. His parents, daughters Debra Sayre and Denise Lowry, brothers Bob and Don Hinman and sister Barbara preceded him in death.
Joanna M. Deines, 91, passed away on May 10, 2007. She was born in Odessa, Wash., to William and Mary K. (Borgans) Eichler on Sept. 16, 1915. One of twelve children, she grew up in the Yakima Valley in Washington. She moved to Portland in 1937 and married Jack C. Deines in November of 1938. Their marriage was blessed with two children, a son Jack W. and a daughter, Mary K. Lukens. Joanna was an active member of Rivercrest Community Church, a charter member of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, and a member of Eastern Star. She dedicated her life to her church and her family and her many friends. She also opened her home to her children's friends and many family members over the years as a place of refuge. There was always room for one more at Joanna's home and table. Over a period of ten years she opened her home and became a "billet Mom" to the many members of the Portland Winterhawks Hockey Team. "Grams" was always a favorite of the Winterhawks Players. Joanna was an extraordinary cook, whether preparing meals at home or for large church dinners, often feeding 500 - 1,000 people in the evening. No one left one of her meals hungry or unsatisfied. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave., Portland, OR on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Private interment will be at Rose City Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Rivercrest Community Church in her name. Public viewing will be held on Monday, May 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Ross Hollywood Funeral Home. Published in The Oregonian
Beatrice Elizabeth Degnan Jacobs was born Dec. 28, 1915 in a farm home north of Englewood, KS to Thomas Andrew and Nora Euphias Dunn Degnan. In August of 1919 the family moved south of Ashland where Bea attended the Sunnyvale School and later St. Mary's Academy in Dodge City. Bea was a life long resident of Clark County, a life member of St.Joseph's Catholic Church, a member of the Altar Society,belonged to the Daughters of Isabella, and a member of Bear Creek HDU. She worked as a cook for Ashland District Hospital. On Oct. 12, 1936, she married Leo Marcus Jacobs at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Ashland. He died Sept. 22, 1997. Bea was also preceded in death by her parents and one grandson William Jacobs. She had two children a son, Pat and his wife Ganell Lampe Jacobs and a daughter, Martha and her husband Donald Crane. Her grandchildren include Andy and Susan Jacobs and their son Will, Justin, TX, Wade and Cindy Jacobs, Fort Worth, TX. and his daughter Haley, Throckmorton. TX, Rose Wells and her daughter Chelsie, Comanche, TX. Sarah Patton, Sharon Springs,KS. and her son Zack Patton, Ashland, KS. and Trevor Gruver, Scott City, KS, Shalah and Gary White and their Sons Henry, Elliot, and Robert, Ashland, KS. and Amy Crane, Ashland, KS. She is also survived by her sister Mildred Hunter of San Jose, CA. Bea died Sunday May 6, 2007 at Minneola District Hospital. The vigil was held on Wednesday. May 9th at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 10th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ashland, with interment immediately following in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. Officiating were Fr. Maurice Cummings and Deacon Dwayne Lampe. Pallbearers were Andy Jacobs, Wade Jacobs, Dirk Stanley, Gary White, Frank Jacobs and Cletus Mages. Honorary pallbearers were all of Bea's special friends. Memorials may be made to Minneola District Hospital Employees Fund or Ashland Long Term Care Activities Fund in care of Myatt Funeral Home, Box 578 Ashland, KS. 67831 All services were in care of Myatt Funeral Home, Ashland.
Frances Mary Isaacson, 76, of Harlingen, Texas, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, at her home. A memorial service was held Feb. 24 at the Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home in Harlingen. A private family service and inurnment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling at a later date.Mrs. Isaacson was born Oct. 3, 1930, to German-Russian immigrants, Adam and Frances (Appelhans) Gertge, north of Proctor. She was the ninth of 10 children. She received her education in Atwood and Iliff and graduated from St. Anthony's. In 1948, she married Dave Isaacson of Haxtun. They were later divorced. Mrs. Isaacson is survived by her daughter, Margo and husband Fritz Jaenike of Harlingen; two sons, Kirk and wife Mary Isaacson of St. Charles, Ill., and Brad Isaacson of Benecia, Calif.; four grandchildren; her brother, George and wife Susie Gertge of Sterling; two sisters-in-law, Eva Gertge of Salt Lake City, and Sally Gertge of Sterling; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers, Jake, John, Phil, Joseph, Adam and Joseph; and two sisters, Mary Rhodes and Catherine Monroe.
Aileen Ruth (Neumann) McMahon passed away on May 8, 2007at the LifeCare Center of Federal Way. Aileen was born on July 1, 1919 in Odessa Washington and grew up in the Wenatchee area. She married Robert McMahon in 1938. Robert preceded her in death in 1994. Most of her life she lived and worked in the Puyallup area.
She is survived by her three children, Robert (Suzanne), Martin (Shirley) and Patricia McMahon. She has 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
An informal internment gathering was held on 10 May at the Mountain View Memorial Park in Tacoma.
Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 5/22/2007. HURDSFIELD - Bernice Weisz, 83, rural Hurdsfield, died May 18, 2007, at a Bismarck hospital. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25, at Hurdsfield Community Center. Burial will be in Seventh-day Adventist Cemetery, Goodrich. Visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hertz Funeral Home, Harvey. Bernice Lucille (Meier) Weisz was born Feb. 19, 1924, near Denhoff, to Jacob and Katherina (Wolf) Meier. She attended rural school and was raised in Kidder County. She married Robert Weisz Nov. 4, 1946, at the home of Henry and Alice Weisz, Hurdsfield. They had a double wedding ceremony with Robert's sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Leo Widicker. Bernice farmed beside her husband. She cared for her mother for 17 years, besides raising her children. She cherished her relationships with her children and their spouses. She especially enjoyed doting on her grandchildren. The grandchildren appreciated Grandma's love for table games. Bernice loved the Lord. She was a member of the Hurdsfield Seventh-day Adventist Church. She held many church offices throughout the years and especially loved teaching the youth of the church. Bernice supported Christian education ? sending the children through grade school and Sheyenne River Academy, and the daughters to Union College, in Nebraska. Bernice enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. Bernice canned and froze the garden produce to continue to enjoy throughout the winter months. She loved to prepare German/Russian dishes for her family. Bernice enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and crocheting baby afghans. She also sewed for her children. Bernice was an avid reader. She enjoyed the art of letter writing, faithfully writing to her children and friends. She cherished her relationships with her friends and especially with her nieces and nephews. Bernice will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Robert, rural Hurdsfield; three daughters, Renee (Peter) Hills, Applegate, Calif., Rita Weisz, Bismarck, and Rayleen (Alan) Hansen, Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Robin (Lori) Weisz, rural Hurdsfield; six grandchildren, Derek Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Kimberly (Mark) Hills Callaghan, Davis, Calif., Brooke Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Andrew Hills, Applegate, Robbie and Ryan Weisz, Hurdsfield; and two sisters, Esther Lay and Lydia Chemeres, both of Seattle. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Katherina Meier; her sisters, Amelia Borkowski, Anna Hamre and Maria Almer; and her brothers, Herman Meier, Jacob Meier and Fred Meier.
Scottsbluff Star-Herald Scottsbluff, NE 22 May 2007
Albert H. Buth, 81, of Scottsbluff, died Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center. At Al's request his remains were cremated. A private memorial service is planned. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Al was born in Shawano, Wis. on Sept. 12, 1925, to Albert and Violet (Stengel) Buth. He married Leona Ott in 1950. He married Lila Gaiser in 1990. Survivors include his wife Lila, two sons, David (Margaret) Buth of Tucson, Ariz. and Craig (Susan) Buth and a grandson, Jeremy Buth all of Lakewood, Colo.; step-son, Jeff (Cynde) Gaiser of Firestone, Colo.; and sister, Barbara (Gene) Spear of Woodruff, Wis. Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, and an infant sister. A memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice at Scottsbluff. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/21/2007 - 5/23/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 22 May 2007
Joan (Leis) Greeb, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007 at WEL-Life in Scottsbluff. Cremation has been held at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff. A Private Family Inurnment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Her Memorial Service will be Monday, May 21 at 10 a.m., at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff with Pastors Garry Schick and Amos Harris officiating. Memorials in Joan's name have been established to the Church or Prairie Haven Hospice. Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Joan's obituary may be viewed at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com, where condolences may be left and will be forwarded to the family. She was born July 20, 1931 in Scottsbluff, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Hopp) Leis. She was raised and educated at Scottsbluff. Joan was united in marriage to Harold Greeb, Aug. 8, 1948. They farmed in the Gering Valley and later east of Scottsbluff. Joan was a housewife and enjoyed doing volunteer work at Regional West Medical Center and the Bargain Bin. Joan was a member of the Zion Evangelical Church, where she taught Sunday School and shared her musical talent in a mixed choir at the Church. Survivors include her husband Harold; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Vickie Greeb of Peoria, Ariz.; son, Bruce Greeb of Scottsbluff; grandson, Cody Greeb of Omaha; step-grandchildren, John Bertram and Sarah Castro; step-great grandchildren, Isabella and Sophia Castro; brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Norma Leis of Minatare; sister, Ruth Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harold Leis, sisters Dorothy Weisgerber, Florence Reichert and infant sister Phyllis Leis. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/20/2007 - 5/22/2007.
Sherry Marie Furrow Reinhardt, beloved wife, mother and sister, was surrounded by family and friends when she lost her long and courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, May 19, 2007, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Billings, at the age of 52. Sherry was born Jan. 16, 1955, in Billings and was the daughter of James W. and Betty Darlene Furrow. By 1963, she was the oldest of five children and although she couldn't have known it then, lived just a few houses down from her future husband and love of her life, Terry. Sherry attended schools in Billings and graduated from Billings West High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation, she and Terry crossed paths again and together they moved to Seattle, where they were married on June 26, 1976. But living in Washington put too much distance between them and their families, so they moved back to Montana after four years and made their home in Lavina from that point on. Terry had a job interview with Sweetheart Bakery but was unable to keep the appointment so Sherry went instead. She got the job and became the first woman to work on the production line. They must have liked her and her work, as she stayed for the next 30 years until the time of her death. For many years she worked nights and weekends and never turned down the offers to work overtime. While Terry worked days, oftentimes they would pass each other on the highway between Lavina and Billings and give each other a good-morning wave in passing. In the fall of 1984, their schedules aligned and on July 17, 1985, they were blessed with their pride and joy, Brittney Lynn. From this point on, Britt was the sole purpose in life. Even after her first cancer diagnosis in the late '90s, the focus was to get better to be able to make sure that Britt had everything she needed and was able to go to college. No matter how hard the battle became, Britt was the center of Sherry's world. Sherry would use what little spare time she had doing the things that gave her great joy and satisfaction. She was always doing something from crochet and knitting to canning things from the garden to making stained glass to playing games with her family to raising money for Relay For Life. She was team captain for Relay For Life for Sweetheart Bakery for many years and in 2005 was the top non-sponsored individual fundraiser at the Billings Relay. She also was a member of the Lavina School Board for four years and was the secretary/treasurer for the Union Local 466 Bakers and Confectionary Workers. Sherry was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents, James and Ida Furrow and Bernard and Frieda Pastian; and her father and mother, Jim and Betty Furrow. She is survived by her only true love in life, husband Terry; and her daughter and pride and joy, Brittney (Dave) of Bozeman; her sisters, Pennie Schlepp (Karl) of Laurel and Brenda Palagyi (Mike) of Roundup; brothers James B. (Jenny) of Watertown, S.D., and Patrick Sean (Rita) of Billings; aunts Shirley Marlow of Las Vegas, Marian Brun (Joe) of Billings; and uncle Robert Pastian of Laurel; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 24, at Smith's Downtown Funeral Chapel, 925 S. 27th St., Billings. Reception to immediately follow in the reception room. Luncheon is to follow reception at the Sharon Hernandez residence at 3105 Canyon Drive in Billings. Food donations can be brought to the Hernandez residence. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Relay For Life 2007 campaign in Sherry's name. Smith's Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements. Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/22/2007.
Moser Funeral Service Greeley, Colorado 05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his home.=He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site of Wal-Mart. Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he -started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938 he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area. His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the =Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered. He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous reat-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.= Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans. Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Moser Funeral Service Greeley, Colorado 05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his home.
He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site of Wal-Mart.
Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938 he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area. His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.
Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans.
Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Jacoby, Jacob Unionville, Michigan Mr. Jacoby passed away on Monday, May 14, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital of Saginaw, MI, at the age of 96 years. He was a farmer and enjoyed farming, even after retirement. He was born February 13, 1911 in Colorado and came to Michigan to work in the sugar beet fields. As a young man he worked in the coal mines just out side of Unionville before becoming a full time farmer. He was a active member of the Unionville Moravian Church and had served as an elder. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren's sporting events, especially baseball. He was a resident of Medallion Village, Sebewaing, the past two years, moving there shortly after the death of his wife Millie. Jacob is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, James and Mary Ellen Jacoby of Unionville, his granddaughter Kayeleen (William) Jacobs and grandson Chad (Julie) Jacoby, great grand-children; Connor, Kye, Jade Jacoby, Cole and Dalton Jacobs. Two daughters, Betty (Bob) Brinkman of Caro, Bonnie (Jack) Brinkman of Cass City, plus eight additional grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren; one brother, Henry (Lydia) Jacoby of Sebewaing, Katherine Jacoby of Bay City; one brother-in-law, Harold (Norma) Ruppal of Akron; two sister-in-laws, Clara Halabis, Caro and Genevive Ruppal of Bay City. He was predeceased by his wife of 75 years, Millie, a daughter Bertha Houthoofd, a grand-daughter Deborah Brinkman. His parents John and Eva Jacoby a brother John, and three sisters: Eva Balzer, Rachel Balzer, and Elizabeth Jacoby. Several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will take place Thursday, May 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Unionville Moravian Church, with visitation on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 from 4 - 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Moravian Church or to Heartland Hospice. Funeral arrangements by Unionville Funeral Home.
June 11, 1921-May 16, 2007 Age: 85 Residence: Greeley Tribute: Lydia J. Keil Trupp was born in Arriba to Daniel and Lina (Herbster) Bauer. On Nov. 9, 1938, she married Paul A. Keil in Windsor. He died in 1993. She then married Henry Trupp, who died shortly after their marriage. Mrs. Trupp lived in the Greeley, Gilcrest and Platteville areas for most of her life. A homemaker and farmer's wife, she also sold Avon for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and was the secretary for Colorado Farm Bureau. She loved gardening, especially her rose garden. She also enjoyed playing cards and pinochle.Mrs. Trupp died Wednesday at Life Care Center of Greeley. Survivors: Four sons, Paul R. Keil and wife Dorothy of Valencia, Calif.,Ed A. Keil of Denver, David K. Keil of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, and Fred D. Keil and wife Gloria J. of Greeley; two sisters, Lorene Bauer of Berthoud and Martha Keil of Greeley; a brother, Daniel Bauer of Loveland; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.= Preceded in death by: Her parents and her siblings, Esther Lebsack, Ruth Bradford, Leona Lebsack, William Bauer, Albert Bauer, Edwin Bauer, Edna Magruder, Louise Williams, Florence Brown and Samuel Bauer. Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John's United Church of Christ in Greeley. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Greeley. Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at Stoddard Funeral Home. Notes: Instead of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 28th St., Greeley, CO 80634. An online memorial is at www.mem.com.
Dean Martin Glandt, 73, of Cheyenne died Thursday at Davis Hospice Center. He was born Dec. 8, 1933, in Lusk and had lived here since 1970 with prior residence in Lusk. Mr. Glandt was a surveyor and designer for the Wyoming Highway Department. He was a member of the Wyoming Employees Association, an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and sponsor of Lutheran Hour. He enjoyed gardening, and hunting, fishing, and camping. Dean is survived by his wife, Myrtle "Davenne" Glandt of Cheyenne, whom he married on Sept. 18, 1955, in Lusk; a son, Matthew Glandt of Mississippi; two daughters, Perriann Stanley of Riverton and Delphine Becker of Denver; a brother, Ronald Glandt of Golden, Colo.; a sister, Jeanette Baltes of Riverton; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Meta Glandt. Services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Reinert III, officiating. Interment to follow at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens. Casketbearers will be Benjamin Stanley, Nicholas Stanley, Alex Stanley, DeWayne Spillers, Myles Becker, and Rodney Baltes. Honorary casketbearers will be Earl Launer, Matthew Dean Glandt, Bob Shupe, and Bill Prigge. Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes. Friends may send contributions to the Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund or Davis Hospice Center.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 18 May 2007
OMAHA - Fred W. Schneider Sr., 77, formerly of Scottsbluff has passed away. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 17, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Omaha. Arrangements are by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific St. Chapel, 14151 Pacific St., Omaha, NE. 68154 Survivors include his wife, Jean Schneider of Omaha; children and spouses, Debbie and Ed Laugesen of Orlando, Fla., Michael and Laurie Schneider of Omaha, Mark Schneider of Kansas City, Mo., F. William Schneider and friend, Diana Schuman of Belgrade, Neb.; grandchildren, DeDe Collins, Nick Fugal, Amanda, Kristine and Eric Schneider; great-grandchildren, Jamie and Elizabeth Collins; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Dixie Schneider of Glendora, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Lelia Schneider.
THORNTON, Colo. - Dennis Edward Schmanke, 48, of Thornton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. He was born March 20, 1959, in Junction City, Kan., to Arthur Edward and Norma Jean (Sutter) Schmanke. He was a single parent to Haleigh Grace Schmanke, age 12, and Wyatt Arthur Schmanke, age 9, of the home. Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur and Norma Schmanke of Meeteetse, Wyo.; a brother-in-law, Thomas Edd Howard of Kearney, Neb.; grandparents Walter and Nancy (Davidson) Sutter of White City, Kan.; and Edward and Laura (Campbell) Schmanke of Alma, Kan. In addition to his children, he is survived by a sister, Artys Jean (John) Miller of Tiffin, Ohio; sister, Lindy Kay (Randy) Richard of Adrian, Mich.; sister, Sibyl Bell (Jim) Schug of Laurel, Mont.; nephew Steven (Lisa) Smith of Tiffin; a great-nephew, Cody Smith of Tiffin; nephew, Tom Howard of Adrian; a niece, Diane (Mike) Foos; a great-nephew, Robert Foos; a great-niece, Olivia Foos of El Dorado, Calif.; a nephew, Arthur "Drew" Schug of Belgrade, Mont.; niece Whitney Schug of Laurel; sister-in-law, Robyn Merkel of Denver; and many other relatives in the Kansas area. Dennis grew up in the White City area. He moved with his parents to Meeteetse in his early years. Dennis served in the Navy. He drove semi trucks and later became an auto mechanic and customized to vehicles and Harley motorcycles. He built and rebuilt many machines for friends in his spare time, on occasion making house calls for stranded college students and their vehicles. His words were: "if you're going to drive this old of a vehicle, you gotta get some tools and keep them with you." Dennis was completely and totally dedicated to his children, Haleigh and Wyatt, raising them by himself when Wyatt was but an infant. He loved the Broncos and living in the mountains. He was the most wonderful daddy. He was the kind of friend that you could count on. If you acquired his friendship, you had it for life. His quick smile and willingness to laugh at himself was infectious. A gentle giant with a keen sense of humor. A private memorial for family will be held in Denver. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Dennis to his children Haleigh and Wyatt. If you wish to send a memorial, they may be sent to Memorial for Haleigh Schmanke and Wyatt Schmanke, c/o Sibyl Schug, Avanta Federal Credit Union, 3212 Central Ave., Billings, MT 59102.
LAUREL - Ronald Dale Fox, 63, of Laurel, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Ron was born Feb. 2, 1944, to Henry and Rose Fox. He graduated from Laurel High School in 1962. Ron joined the Air Force in 1964 and served four years during the Vietnam War. Ron's passion in life was farming. Though he never had a wife, he often said he was married to the farm. Ron enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with family. He was the president of the Laurel Men's Bowling Association for many years. In fact, he bowled the state tournament in Butte just this past weekend. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jon. Ron is survived by brothers Larry (Eileen), Randy (Sue), Terry (Dodie), and sister-in-law Laura, as well as numerous nephews and nieces. The family will never forget the care he gave to grandma in her final years. He will be missed by all that knew him. Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2 p.m., at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Burial with full military honors at the Laurel Cemetery will follow the service. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the funeral chapel.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 16 May 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Charles H. "Chuck" Anderson, 89, died at Community Hospital Sunday May 13, 2007. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 19, at the United Methodist Church with Reverend Ora Dailey officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to the United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com Chuck was born May 7, 1918 in Eustis, Neb. the son of Clarence and Alma (Huckfeldt) Anderson. He moved with his family to Cambridge, Neb. and then to Veteran, Wyo. where he graduated high school. He farmed with his father until 1940 when he entered the Army Air Corps. He was discharged in 1945 and farmed for himself in Veteran until 1948 when he went to work for Service Pipeline where he worked until 1958. Chuck married Mary Gingles in Fairbury, Neb. Dec. 17, 1960. He then went to work for the Torrington Post Office and was there until he retired in 1980. He was a member of the Travis Snow Post #5 of the American Legion and the Paul A Johnston Post 2918 of the VFW. Survivors include his stepsons, John Gingles and his wife Cindy of Vienna, Va., James Gingles and his wife Ann of Stevens Point, Wis., and Joe Gingles and his wife Patricia of Story, Wyo.; brothers, C.J. "Junior" Anderson of Green Valley, Ariz., Bill Anderson of Torrington, Kenneth Anderson and his wife Carol of Modesto, Calif., and Edward Anderson and his wife Loretta of Sun City West, Ariz.; sister, Donna Bolger and her husband Harold of Casper, Wyo.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. His parents, his wife, and four brothers preceded him in death.
Esther Elna Schultz Feb. 2, 1919 - May 12, 2007 Esther Elna Schultz, 88, of Fort Collins, and formerly of Sterling, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2007, in Fort Collins after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at Chaney-Reager, with the Rev. Dan Holsten officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery. Esther was born on Feb. 2, 1919, in Blue Hill, Neb., the daughter of Theodore and Matilda Werschke. She attended school in Wylie, and worked as a sales clerk in a variety of stores before beginning her career as a cook at Sterling Junior High and Sterling High School, where she worked from 1972 until her retirement in 1989. On March 25, 1938, Esther married Conrad Lapp, in Fort Morgan. Conrad drowned in a boating accident in Greeley in 1940, leaving Esther to raise her young son, Leland Lapp, by herself for many years. On July 4, 1946, she married Emil Schultz in Oberlin, Kan. Esther enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, her finches, eating popcorn and playing board games with her friends every Saturday, baking and hosting missionaries from her church. She was a resident of Blue Grouse Health Care Center in Fort Collins for several years. Esther is survived by her grandchildren, Dena Lapp-Phillips and her husband, Wes of Oklahoma City, Leland Lapp Jr. and his wife Tracy of Fort Collins, and Jessica and Nicole Bowey of Virginia Beach, Va.; her great-grandchildren, Jamie and Jacob Lapp of Fort Collins; and brothers, Eric and Ewald Werschke. She was preceded in death by her son, Leland Lapp; her first husband, Conrad Lapp; her second husband, Emil Schultz; her parents; her sisters, Elsie, Ella and Emma; and brothers, Jonathan, Ervin and Elmer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Berean Church in Sterling.
Tribute: Drucilla Ann (Bernhardt) Dye was born in Windsor. She was known as "Dru" to her friends and as "Annie" to her family. She was confirmed in 1959 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1962 and later graduated from Xray Technician College in Greeley in 1964. She attended ongoing classes for her field from then on. Mrs. Dye was very proficient in xray, mammography, CAT Scan and medical transcription of doctor's notes. She moved to and lived in Brighton since 1974. She has worked in the Medical field since 1964, having worked last at Presbyterian Saint Luke's Hospital. She was an avid collector of dolls, cook books, cooking implements and glassware. She had a lifelong enjoyment of playing the piano and soloing. She loved to cook and was very good at it. She would try to come up with many new recipes. Her paintings are hanging in many of her relations' homes. Her green thumb served her well with raising plants of all kinds. She even got an Aloe Vera to blossom. Her ongoing love for cats and dogs helped the animal shelter many times, and she said she was the one who benefited. She was married to Melvin Dye in 1963. They later divorced and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Dye died Friday at Hospice in McKee Medical Center in Loveland. Survivors: Parents, Victor A. and Leona (Becker) Bernhardt; brother, Timothy A. Bernhardt; daughter, Vickie Jo Mullin; grandsons, Nathan Allen Dye and Grandson Zachary Farrar. Preceded in death by: Her ex-husband, Melvin; and her son, Jerry Dye, who passed away in 1965. Memorial service: 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor. Note: Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Cancer Society for Cancer research or Hospice in care of Marks Funeral and Cremation Service, 9293 Eastman Park Dr., Windsor, CO 80550.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 15 May 2007
MITCHELL - Gary Reichert, 45, passed away May 11, 2007 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday May 17, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with the Pastor Nancy Tomlinson officiating. According to his wishes cremation has occurred. A memorial has been established to The Dream Foundation. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Gary was born June 23, 1961, in Scottsbluff to Fred and Sandra Reichert. He grew up in Scottsbluff and graduated from the Scottsbluff High School in 1979. He married Tami Reifschneider in 1982. He began work for Tallmon Jewelers in 1978 in Scottsbluff where he became a master Jeweler. In 1985 Gary his wife Tami and brother Fred opened Reichert Jewelers in Monument Mall and later Monument Jewelers. In 2002 Gary and wife Tami - opened Reichert's of Ogallala and in 2004 G & T Reichert's Fine Jewelry and Gifts located downtown Scottsbluff - which Gary and Tami continue to operate up until the time of his death. Gary loved his craft and his customers and created thousands of custom designs for them over the years. Gary loved the outdoors ? hunting and fishing with friends and scuba diving when he could. Spending time at his cabin at Lake McConaughy. He loved to travel and inspite of his illness he took many special trips in the last year. His family and friends will sadly miss Gary. Survivors include his wife, Tami; daughter, Tiffany Muhr (Andy); son, Kourtland of Scottsbluff ? mother Sandra Reichert; brothers, Fred and Terry Reichert of Scottsbluff and Sister Tammy Weigel (Bob) of Morrill and numerous nieces, nephews. Preceding him in death was his father, Fred Reichert and father-in-law, Henry H. Reifschneider.
The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan 05-14-2007 Obituaries Steven Carl Schlothauer (March 11, 1949 - May 13, 2007)
Steven Carl Schlothauer STEVEN CARL SCHLOTHAUER, 58, of Fort Morgan, died Sunday afternoon, May 13, 2007.
He was born March 11, 1949 in Fort Morgan to Carl & Lucille (Lebsock) Schlothauer.
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LIPSCOMB - Valentine Schoenhals, 94, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, in Shattuck, Okla. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Locust Grove Baptist Church in the Locust Grove community, west of Lipscomb, with Don McElroy, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Lipscomb Cemetery by Mason Funeral Home of Shattuck. Mrs. Schoenhals was married to Victor Schoenhals in Arnett, Okla., by Judge Alvis Prisnell. Together they lived with their three children on the family farm in Lipscomb County. Survivors include a son, Gary Wayne Schoenhals of Broken Arrow, Okla.; and four grandchildren. Amarillo Globe-News, May 13, 2007
Scootsbluff Star-Herald Scottsbluff, NE 13 May 2007
Elsie Iva (Lorenz) Gibson, 91, of Scottsbluff, formally of Hemet, Calif., died in her home May 10, 2007. She requested to be cremated and no formal service be held. Anyone wishing to give a memorial in her name, please make your gift to Prairie Haven Hospice. Elsie was born March 31, 1916, in Elmwood, Neb. to Raymond Ralph and Lula (Blankenship) Lorenz. She grew up and lived in eastern Nebraska for many years before moving to California where she resided until last year. Elsie loved playing cards and having her family and friends around her. Survivors include her sister, Doris Genzlinger of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews. Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Joe, sisters Edith and Helen and her parents. Published in The Star-Herald from 5/12/2007 - 5/14/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 11 May 2007
LYMAN - Robert "Bob" Allen Johnson, 58, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, surrounded by family. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 11, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Lyman with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Interment will be at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Morrill. Friends who wish may call at the Jones Mortuary Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the Lyman Fire Department. Bob was born in the midst of the '49 blizzard on March 2, at Scottsbluff to Bill D. and Ruth (Meininger) Johnson. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1967 and worked as an auto mechanic at Arnie Jay's Rambler and Covello Chevrolet before returning to farming. He married Gayle Coffee on Sept. 13, 1969, in Torrington, Wyo. He farmed in the Lyman area all of his life, including farming with his Dad until his death in 1995, and was currently involved in farming with his son Mark. He was a member and past board member of the church, and was active in the community, being a good neighbor and friend to all who knew him. Bob had a great passion for life, his family and grandchildren. He loved building and restoring automobiles, and hunting for arrowheads. If you ever met Bob, you were a friend for life. He is survived by his wife Gayle of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Robin and David Davis of Scottsbluff; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Karey Johnson of Lyman; granddaughters, Samantha and Jessica Davis of Scottsbluff; grandsons, Michael and Cody Johnson of Lyman; mother, Ruth Johnson of Lyman; sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Ron Miller of Torrington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Bob Childs of Tor-rington; nephews, Corey and Brian Childs, and Doug Miller; nieces, Kim Stokes and Lisa Spears; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. His father, and in-laws Robert and Barbara Coffee preceded him in death.
Charles Harvey Gross, 70, of Billings, formerly of Edgar, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2007, at Billings Clinic, of natural causes. The son of Mike and Leah Gross, he lived at Edgar until he moved into Billings with his mom and dad. He became a resident of St. John's Lutheran Ministries in December of 1998. Preceding him in death are his dad, Mike Gross and his brother, Mike Gerald Gross. Surviving him are his mother, Leah A. Gross of Billings; and sisters, Eleanor M. Gradwohl of Laurel and Connie R. Schuman of Billings; and a niece, Renita Weidler, also of Laurel; his two nephews, Lt. Col. Douglas Gradwohl of Iraq and Shawn D. Schuman of Billings. Viewing will be at Cremation or Funeral Gallery from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 11. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at St. Johns Ocee Chapel. Burial will follow at Rockvale Cemetery. We would like to thank St. Johns for the wonderful care given to him. He was well liked by the staff. Donations may be made to St. Johns or the charity of one's choice. Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/10/2007.
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Article published Aug 27, 2006
Robert Stroh
Robert (Bob) Stroh, 58, of Littleton, passed away Aug. 14, 2006, while on a business trip to China. He was an employee of Windsor Industries for 23 years.
Robert is survived by his wife of nearly 34 years, Bonnie; his daughters, Pattie Weber (Lance) and granddaughters Katie Mae and Megan Rose of Longmont, Wendy Stroh and grandson Robert of Littleton, Stepdaughter Chandra Tischler (Randy) and grandsons Anthony, Jacob and Kaleb of Arvada; one brother, Tom Stroh (Roxana) of Parker; and two sisters, Elizabeth Stroh of Fort Collins and Carol Recor of Kirkland, Wash.; stepfather, Harold Glass of Fort Collins; and numerous stepbrothers and stepsisters.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in Fort Collins. Interment Grandview Cemetery. Reception to follow at St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Robert Charles Stroh memorial fund to be used for his grandchildren's education in care of Allnutt-Drake Road Chapel, 650 W. Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526.
Please visit www.allnutt.com to view the full obituary.
Michael W. Wiener
Heer and Jolliffe Mortuaries and Crematory
Fort Morgan, Colorado
09-04-2006
Michael W. Wiener, 47, of Brush, died Wednesday, August 30,
2006. He was born October 19, 2958, in Sauk Centre, MN to
Robert & Mary Wiener. Mike married Melody Koehn in Belle
River, MN on June 18, 1983. The moved to Brush from
Minnesota nearly 22 years ago.
Mike served in the US Navy. He was a life member of VFW
#2551. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in
Brush, Pheasants Forever, and the Two-Cylinder Club. He
enjoyed restoring old tractors, cars and pickups; hunting,
traveling, and spending time with his son. He was an avid
reader. Mike had worked as a maintenance man for Excel, the
Morgan County Justice Center, Colorado Plains Medical
Center, and Morgan Community College where he was employed
for nearly 12 years.
Survivors include his wife, Melody, and 1 son, Matthew, both
of Brush; his parents, Bob & Mary Wiener of Miltona, MN; his
brother, Randall of Cold Springs, MN; and his sister,
Charlene Myren of Alexandrerea, MN.
The rosary will be recited Sunday September 3, at 2:00 PM at
St. Mary's Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will follow at
3:00 PM at the church located in Brush. The service will
conclude at the church. Cremation arrangements were
entrusted to the Heer Crematory. Friends who wish may make
memorial gifts to the Mike Wiener Memorial Fund c/o Heer
Mortuary, 222 Cameron Street in Brush, CO.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
09-06-2006
Liz Bath
January 27, 1930-September 4, 2006
Age: 76
Residence: Haysville, Kan., formerly of Weld County
Tribute: Elizabeth Virginia "Liz" Bath was born in Hannibal,
Mo., to Ernest and Edna Louise (Johnson) Woods.
She was a retired account manager for Southwestern Bell
Telephone Company.
On Feb. 2, 1947, she married Dale Spry in Warrensburg, Mo.
He died Aug. 4, 1976.
She later married John Bath in October 1977. He died in
1998.
Mrs. Bath died Monday at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita,
Kan.
Preceded in death by: Her husbands; her son, Larry Spry; and
brothers, Bill Woods and Jim Woods.
Survivors: Her daughter, Denise Johnson and husband Bill of
Goddard, Kan.; and a grandson, J.D. Johnson of Goddard.
Funeral services: 10 a.m. today at the Antioch Christian
Church, 3741 W. 15th St. in Wichita, Kan.
Graveside services: 1 p.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial
Gardens Cemetery, 3400 28th St. in Greeley.
Note: A memorial has been established in her name and loving
memory with the Antioch Christian Church 3741 W. 15th St.,
Wichita, Kan., 67203. Contributions may be mailed or left at
the funeral home. To share a memory or to leave condolences,
please visit dayfuneralhome.info. Arrangements by Day
Funeral Home and Crematory, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington,
Kan.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
09-06-2006
Ruth Nieberger
February 12, 1927-September 2, 2006
Age: 79
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Ruth (Bohlender) Nieberger was born in Kersey to
Phillip Bohlender and Rica Oster.
On Jan. 31, 1947, she married John Nieberger.
She was a Girl Scout leader. She never worked outside her
home but she had many out-of-home businesses including a
home daycare, where she cared for over 100 children
throughout the years.
Mrs. Nieberger died Saturday at Life Care Center of Greeley.
Survivors: A son, Roger Nieberger of Utah; two daughters,
Melonee Sarchet and Johnna Rawlings, both of Greeley; eight
grandchildren, Troy Nieberger, Danielle Canon, Edmund
Nieberger, Mitchell Nieberger, Robb Sarchet, Tyson Rawlings,
Kevin Rawlings and Brian Rawlings; and nine great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her parents; and her husband, John
Nieberger.
Graveside Services: 2 p.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial
Gardens, Greeley.
Fort Collins, Colorado Colorado
Article published Sep 6, 2006
Betty Johnson passed away Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at age 72, with Christ in her heart.
She was born in Timnath on Jan. 7, 1934, to very proud parents, Henry and Elizabeth Weinmeister. She lived in Fort Collins all of her life and was the sixth of 10 children.
She married the love her life, Wilbur Johnson at the age of 15, on July 4, 1949, and went on to have three beautiful daughters and a wonderful son.
Betty was very active throughout her life. She took first place in nationals in bowling. She played third base in softball with her sister, Bev, for many years. She enjoyed camping with her family and teaching them all how to water ski. After breaking her knee water skiing, she decided to stick to fishing in which she took pleasure in gathering piles of rocks next to her lawn chair so that she could throw them at boaters who came too close to her fishing line. She also developed a love/hate relationship with the Broncos and always seemed to be the loudest fan wherever she was. NASCAR also became a favorite event to watch and discuss with her family. But her all-time passion was gambling. Her yearly trips with her family to Las Vegas continued, taking most of her grandkids when they would turn 21. To our surprise she always seemed to outlast us young folks. Her weekend trips and bribes to head up the hill to Blackhawk whenever she had the chance always wore us out. The !
one thing we never really knew was how much money she had really lost.
She was the greatest mother to her children and the best grandmother to her grandchildren. Betty's passion for children developed while working in child care for 19 years. Grandma Betty touched the lives of every child who was lucky enough to have encountered her. Although she never said anything, I am sure there were many weekends when she was exhausted from her six granddaughters running through her house, putting on dance routines for her, using her make-up, clothes and scarves, or playing kick the can with her crazy son, and then finally all crashing in bed with her at the end of the day.
Betty also loved teaching her grandson how to throw a ball, playing basketball (except the time she broke her hip), or showing him how to have the best shaving cream fights.
Betty is survived by her three daughters, Sharon Bottoms, Linda Johnson, and Donna Bryant and her son Ron Johnson, all of Fort Collins; two special sons-in- law, Sam Bottoms and Mike Bryant; and one daughter-in-law, Colleen Johnson; seven granddaughters, Shaleen Schlatter, Shelby Freitas, Stacy Murphy, Jaime Jesser, Shalese Bottoms, Kerri Bryant, and Kirsten Blum; three grandsons, Ryan Johnson and Conor and Kevin Blum; four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Dallan, Brinlee, Caiden, and one expected in May; three dear sisters, Viola Fisher, Edna Rooks, Bev Biggs; and one wonderful brother, Art Weinmeister. She also is survived by her best friend Margaret Jeffries.
Betty will be dearly missed and we are all very proud and honored to have been a part of her life. VIVA LAS VEGAS, until we meet again!
Memorial service is to be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Timberline Church. Interment at Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Betty Johnson fund at First National Bank in Fort Collins.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
6 Sep 2006
HAVRE - Ernest Hofmann, 84, joined his wife Hanna, Monday, Sept. 4, 2006.
A prayer vigil service will be 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, with his funeral mass beginning 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, both at the St. Jude Catholic Church, with Father Robert D. Grosch officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Highland Cemetery. A fellowship luncheon will be held at the St. Jude Parish Center immediately after the services at the graveside.
Memorial contributions in Ernie's honor may be made to the Havre Senior Center, 2 Second St. W., Havre, MT 59501. Services and arrangements were entrusted to Holland & Bonine Funeral Home.
Ernie was born to Frank Sr. and Marie (Herzog) Hofmann on July 2, 1922, in Worden, at the family home. He attended schools in Worden, graduating from the Huntley Project High. In high school, he lettered in football, basketball and track and took part in the Junior and Senior plays. After attending one year at Eastern Montana University (formally Normal School) in Billings, Ernie entered the service in 1942. He graduated from Roswell, N.M., Bombardier school and was sent to Pyote, Texas, for phase training in B-17 bomber. He remained in Pyote as a Bombardier instructor until 1944, when he was assigned to a crew and was shipped to England, where he flew 35 missions over occupied Europe. After returning to the U.S., Ernie was assigned to Carlsbad, N.M., where he was on the Bombardier Standardization Board.
While Ernie was in Pyote, on May 7, 1944, he married Johanna Kuntz of Pompeys Pillar. In this union, they had six daughters: Dorothy, Thresa, Constance, Kimberly, Heide and Rose Mary. Ernie was honorably discharged in 1945 and went to work as the produce manager at Ward's City Food in Billings. He resumed his education at Eastern in Billings, where he received a bachelor's in elementary education. He taught seventh and eighth grade in Roundup. He continued his education by receiving a M.Ed. from the University of Montana in Missoula. To keep abreast of trends in education, Ernie attended classes or workshops in Havre, Billings, Bozeman, Missoula, Eugene, Ore.; Laramie, Wyo.; and Boulder, Colo. Ernie moved his family to Havre in 1967 to become principal of Devlin School. After retiring from education, Ernie was elected City Judge of Havre for one term. He chose not to run again.
Ernie was past president of Pine Ridge Golf Club in Roundup, past president of Lions Club, past Montana Treasurer of Good Sams, and past president of the Department of Elementary School Principals. He is a life member of the Montana Official's Association, Lions, Knights Of Columbus, VFW and the National Education Association. He belonged to the American Legion, the Hostfest Accordion Club of Minot, N.D., and was a charter member of the Blue Horizon Good Sams. In his lifetime, he also served on many committees in various organizations.
Ernie loved music and delighted in playing his accordion and dancing. He enjoyed camping with the Good Sam Chapter Blue Horizon, and playing pool at the Senior Center. He will be missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Johanna in 1998; one daughter, Rose Mary, who died shortly after birth; four brothers, Frank Jr., Clarence, Carl and Harold; one sister, Marie.
Ernie is survived by his five daughters, Dorothy (Richard) Cowee of Billings, Thresa (Harvey) Roger of Lakeside, Constance (William) Donahue of Superior, Kimberly (James) Beranek of Kalispell and Heide (Kelly) O'Neil of Garland, Texas; four sisters, Anna (Otto) Mueller of Java, S.D., Helen Kirchner of Rapelje, Esther (Ed) Thaut of Billings and Elsie Dalke of Billings; numerous nieces and nephews; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
You may send condolences to hollandbonine@mtintouch.net.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 9/6/2006.
Fort Collins, Colorado Coloradoan rticle published Sep 7, 2006
Lee Robert Warnke
Lee Robert Warnke of Fort Collins died Sept. 5, 2006, in hospice care at Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility with his wife and daughters at his side.
Born Jan. 11, 1920, to Charles and Clara (Golz) Warnke in Beaver Crossing, Neb.,he graduated from high school in 1937. He was employed by Gates Rubber in Denver in 1939 before his service in WWII. He married Nadine Wine of Nebraska in 1947, graduating from Colorado A&M with a forestry degreein 1951. After living briefly in Nebraska, the family relocated to Denver where he was employed by Green Bowers Nursery. During that time, he planted many of the island trees found throughout Denver today.
In 1959, he moved the family to Illinois to take a position at D. Hill Nursery in Dundee. While there, he and a co-worker were responsible for developing a method to winterize plants, a technique now universally employed. His beloved Nadine died in 1964, and he began raising his three daughters alone. In 1967, he married his new love Ruby Mae Koehnke of Elgin, and they resided in Elgin until Ruby's retirement in 1986, at which time they made a new home in Fort Collins. At the time of his death, they had been married 39 years, and she cared for him with profound tenderness, love and devotion throughout illness as throughout their marriage.
Lee held most dearly his family and his religious faith, nurtured by his membership in the Church of the Brethren (Prince of Peace, Denver; Highland Avenue, Elgin, Ill.; and Northern Colorado, Windsor). He shared with his grandchildren the importance of enjoying "the value of little things in life - flowers, trees, sunrise and sunset," adding, "this is all free, and you can enjoy it daily. Take your time and enjoy them. Smile and laugh - it doesn't cost anything." Those who loved him know that gentleness, humor and love were at the heart of who he was.
He is survived by his wife, Ruby; his sister, Helen (Warnke) Dull; daughters, Dianne and her husband Roger Perry, Jean and her husband Will Kay, and Andrea Warnke and her husband Geoff Brumbaugh; four grandchildren, Michael Chenoweth and his wife Danielle; Jonathan Chenoweth and his fiancée Elizabeth Price; Noah Warnke; and Alana Warnke. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Nadine; brothers Elmer, Clarence and William; and sister Verna (Warnke) White.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Northern Colorado Church of the Brethren, Windsor.
Memorial contribution may be made to Larimer County Hospice and to Northern Colorado Church of the Brethren, c/o Resthaven 8426 S. Highway 287 Fort Collins, Colorado 80525.
>> From The Saginaw News on MLive.com 8/27/06 & 8/28/06, Saginaw, MI
Weitz, Elsie of Saginaw, MI passed away Saturday, August 26, 2006 at Hoyt Nursing Home. Age 96 years. The daughter of George and Catherine (Jorg) Fahnanstiel was born November 3, 1909 in Newark, NJ. She married Carl Weitz, January 31, 1932. He passed away October 23, 1975. She was employed by Michigan Bell Telephone, retiring with thirty years of service. She was a member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church. She enjoyed her card club, bowling, shopping and crocheting. Surviving are two daughters, Elaine Witbrodt, Saginaw, MI;Joan Livingston and her husband, William, Dowagiac, MI; six grandchildren and their spouses, Lori and Paul Gerwin; Diane Glasgow; Phillip and Brenda Yockey;Steve and Laura Yockey; Linda and Dan Beck; Marsie and Mark Walworth; Fifteen great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson, two sisters-in-law, Helen Weitz and Jean Fahnanstiel; several nieces, nephews, special neighbors and friends.A son, James Carl Weitz, a great-grandson and six brothers and
sisters have predeceased her.The funeral service took place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesdy, August 30, 2006, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 4705 Brockway Rd., Saginaw, MI. Rev. Daniel P. Garbow officiated and burial in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.Arrangements by the W. L. Case and Co. Funeral Home. Donations in the form of expressions of sympathy to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 4705 Brockway Rd., Saginaw, MI.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
8 Sep 2006
MINATARE - Theodore "Ted" Eberhardt, 84, died Thursday, Sept. 7, 2006, at Beverly Health Care Center in Scottsbluff. Abiding by Ted's wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory. A private graveside inurnment will be held at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff next to his wife Norma, who died in November of 1988.
Jolliffe Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com.
Ted was born May 9, 1922, in Scottsbluff to Henry and Mary (Kuxhausen) Eberhardt. He was baptized June 11, 1922, and was confirmed in 1937 at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Ted received his education at Bayard, Minatare, Scottsbluff and Torrington, and graduated from Minatare with the Class of 1940. He married Norma Jean Beliel July 18, 1951, in Bayard, to this union two sons were born. Ted was in the US Army Air Corps from Oct. 18, 1945, through Jan. 2, 1947. He went to Control Tower school at Scott Field, Ill. and worked in the canal-zone at Albrook Field in 1946. Following his military career, Ted returned to the valley, where he was a High Ten Grower for Great Western Sugar Co. He later worked at Blue J. Feeds, drove a petroleum wagon for E.L. Vandel, worked for The Army Store, Sel-low, and at the Minatare Post Office for 24 years from which he retired in 1984.
Survivors include his son, Gary of Minatare; brothers, Bob of Dade City, Va. and Elmer (Betty) of Eureka, Calif.; and grandson, Brian Eberhardt.
Preceding Ted in death were his parents; wife, Norma; sister, Ruth Lovelace; brothers, Alex and Leo; stepfather, Peter Rau; and son, Terry
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
8 Sep 2006
Irene (Heilbrun) Kukas, 79, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, at Scottsbluff. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 9, at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff with her nephew, Pastor Michael Schaaf officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Friends may visit from 1 t o 8 p.m., Friday, at the Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel. A memorial has been established in care of the family. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com
Irene was born Aug. 12, 1927, in Minatare to Henry Sr. and Amalie (Dahlinger) Heilbrun. She grew up and lived nearly her whole life in the valley. She married Alexander (Al) Kukas Feb. 24, 1946, in Scottsbluff. She worked beside her husband for over 60 years in their real estate, farming and trout farming businesses. She was also an excellent cook.
Survivors include her husband, Al; daughter, Dr. Laurie (Barry) Kukas-Charles of Oklahoma City, Okla.; son, Ervin Kukas of Issaquah, Wash.; brothers, Elmer (Caroline) Heilbrun of Lodi, Calif. and Harvey (Mary) Heilbrun of Sidney; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Harold, Henry Jr. and Walter Heilbrun; and sisters, Martha Valetski, Mary Meyer and Esther Schaaf.
Article published Sep 8, 2006
Velma Novotny Armstrong
Velma Novotny Armstrong passed away in Fort Collins on Sept. 7, 2006, at the age of 92. She was born on a farm outside of Diller, Neb., on Dec. 19, 1913, to Joseph and Antonia Novotny. She was the youngest of 10 children: Mary, Ages, George, Henry, Anna, Ernest, Arnold, Henrietta and Elizabeth.
Velma graduated from Diller High School in 1932 and graduated from Peru College in 1934. She taught for two years in a one-room county school outside of Ellis, Neb. She met Oren Armstrong Sr. at a dance at Finks Park near Wymore, Neb., and they married May 28, 1936. Except for a short stay in California during WWII, they lived in Beatrice, Neb., until moving to Fort Collins in 1960.
Velma was a homemaker and an artist. She enjoyed painting pictures that depicted the lives of those who homesteaded the Nebraska prairies. Nine of her oil paintings are currently on display in the Homestead National Monument Museum near Beatrice, Neb. Her hobbies included painting, fishing, reading and, in later years, watching football. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and enjoyed following the progress of the CSU Rams and the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Oren, who passed away in 1983; her oldest son, Oren Jr., who passed away in 1981; and all her brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son, two daughters and their spouses: Timothy and Leah Armstrong of Fort Collins, Terrel Armstrong and Jack Yeakle of Missoula, Mont., and Debra and Mike Rehnberg of Florence, Ore.; her four grandchildren, Ian Armstrong, Leslie Armstrong-Stipe, Jeremy Rehnberg, Brian Rehnberg; and one great-granddaughter, Mylee Rehnberg.
Velma will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She will also be remembered as a talented artist and for her fondness for lively discussions on current world events.
A private family celebration of Velma Armstrong's life is planned.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Larimer County Hospice.
Article published Sep 8, 2006
Velma Novotny Armstrong
Velma Novotny Armstrong passed away in Fort Collins on Sept. 7, 2006, at the age of 92. She was born on a farm outside of Diller, Neb., on Dec. 19, 1913, to Joseph and Antonia Novotny. She was the youngest of 10 children: Mary, Ages, George, Henry, Anna, Ernest, Arnold, Henrietta and Elizabeth.
Velma graduated from Diller High School in 1932 and graduated from Peru College in 1934. She taught for two years in a one-room county school outside of Ellis, Neb. She met Oren Armstrong Sr. at a dance at Finks Park near Wymore, Neb., and they married May 28, 1936. Except for a short stay in California during WWII, they lived in Beatrice, Neb., until moving to Fort Collins in 1960.
Velma was a homemaker and an artist. She enjoyed painting pictures that depicted the lives of those who homesteaded the Nebraska prairies. Nine of her oil paintings are currently on display in the Homestead National Monument Museum near Beatrice, Neb. Her hobbies included painting, fishing, reading and, in later years, watching football. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and enjoyed following the progress of the CSU Rams and the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Oren, who passed away in 1983; her oldest son, Oren Jr., who passed away in 1981; and all her brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son, two daughters and their spouses: Timothy and Leah Armstrong of Fort Collins, Terrel Armstrong and Jack Yeakle of Missoula, Mont., and Debra and Mike Rehnberg of Florence, Ore.; her four grandchildren, Ian Armstrong, Leslie Armstrong-Stipe, Jeremy Rehnberg, Brian Rehnberg; and one great-granddaughter, Mylee Rehnberg.
Velma will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She will also be remembered as a talented artist and for her fondness for lively discussions on current world events.
A private family celebration of Velma Armstrong's life is planned.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Larimer County Hospice.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
24 Dec 2006
Janice Laree Becker, 68, of Minatare, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2006 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Kent Tibben officiating. Interment will be in West Lawn Cemetery in Gering.
Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel Tuesday between 9 a.m.-7 p.m. with the family being present between 3-7 p.m.
Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com.
Janice was born May 18, 1938 in Melbeta, to John Arthur and Etta Myrtle (Bartow) Parmenter. She received her education in Melbeta, graduating from Melbeta High School. She taught school for several years in rural schools and was also a Head Start teacher. She married Richard Becker May 5, 1961 in Julesburg, Colo. They lived in Missouri for a short time before returning to the Bayard area where they resided before moving to Lake Minatare seven years ago.
Janice loved children, and was a devoted mother and grandmother.
She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a past member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Bayard.
Survivors include her husband Richard; daughters and sons-in-law: Penny (Kent) Tibben, Danville, IL, Dianne (Roy) Dobrusky, Lincoln, NE and Toni Becker, Sheridan, Wyo.; son and daughter-in-law: Rusty (Sarah) Becker of Ridgecrest, Cali.; brothers and sisters-in-law: Robert (Betty) Parmenter and Donald (Dot) Parmenter all of Melbeta, and Doyle (Joanne) Parmenter of Oshkosh; sisters and brother-in-law: Marie Lackey, Roseburg, Ore., Gladys (Jerry) Doremus, Gering, Mildred Fitts, Scottsbluff, Dorothy Ault of Gering and Barbara Broderick of Scottsbluff; grandchildren: Ryan, Erin, Kaitlyn and Aidan Tibben and Tessa, Ross and Seth Dobrusky.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
25 Dec 2006
Norma J. Schwindt
1933-2006
Norma J. Schwindt, 73, passed away on Dec. 20 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.
She was born Sept. 19, 1933, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to Jake and Mollie Meyer.
Norma married Donald R. Schwindt on Sept. 27, 1952, in Mitchell, Neb. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her son, Robert Schwindt of Garland, Texas; daughter Debra Walden of Nora Springs, Iowa; her mother, Mollie Meyer of Scottsbluff, Neb.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Schwindt; her son, Gary Schwindt; her father, Jake Meyer; her brother, Jerry Meyer; and one great granddaughter.
The funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Scrader Chapel with Rev. Delbert Hansen officiating.
Burial services will follow at Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Christopher Holgerson, Justin Hankel, Jason Hankel, Chris Lucero, Donald Poston and Mike Benskin.
Friends may contribute to the American Cancer Society.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 Dec 2006
ABSAROKEE - Shawnna Holtz, loving wife, mother, daughter and sister passed away on Dec. 22, 2006, following a long illness.
She was born May 14, 1973, to Larry and Kathy Wyman. She graduated from Laurel High School in 1992. Shawanna obtained her bachelor's of science degree in nursing from Montana State University in 2004. She worked as an RN at Billings Clinic before her illness. She married James Holtz on July 24, 2004.
Shawnna was preceded in death by her grandfather, William Wyman. She is survived by her husband, James; her children, Tayler and Mariah Wyman and Christian and Elizabeth Holtz; her sister, Jeri (David) Greenwalt; her parents, Larry and Kathy Wyman; her grandparents, Ken and Arlene Beven; and her grandmother, Ellen Wyman.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at the Laurel United Methodist Church. Memorials are suggested to: Absarokee Fire and Ambulance Service or to the Absarokee High School general scholarship fund.
Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel is in charge of cremation and memorial services.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 12/25/2006.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 Dec 2006
Mary Leibinger, 92, of Billings, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2006, surrounded by her family at Valley Health Care after a short illness.
Mary was born Feb. 28, 1914, in Tracy, Mont., the daughter of Valentine and Katherine Gregovich. She grew up in Tracy and married Ed Blumfield in 1934. They made their home in Great Falls where they raised their only child, Sharon.
Later, Mary married Boyd Revell, and they remained in Great Falls. Mary and Boyd ventured to live in Denver, Indianapolis, and Dayton, Ohio. Sadly, while they were living in Dayton, Mary's beloved daughter passed away leaving two young children, Lee and Dawn, behind. Mary and Boyd unselfishly raised both children loving them extensively. They did so without reservation and with much adoration and love.
In 1976, Mary, Boyd and children moved back to Montana. Boyd passed away in 1980. Mary was blessed to meet and marry Herm Leibinger in 1986. Mary's grandchildren, Dawn and Lee, and great-grandchildren, Brent and Lindsay, happily accepted Herm into their family and enjoyed many years together. Herm passed away in 1999.
Mary's life was centered on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She cherished their special times together and lavished them with love. She watched them grow into responsible adults and was extremely proud of their accomplishments.
Mary is survived by her granddaughter, Dawn (Darrell) Bell of Billings; great-grandson, Brent Bell of Billings, and great-granddaughter, Lindsay Bell of Washington D.C. She also has numerous nieces and nephews scattered across the country. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon Collins; grandson, Lee Collins; six sisters and two brothers.
We love you and you remain forever with us Nana.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. Burial of cremated remains will follow at Yellowstone Valley Memorial Park.
Memorials may be given in Mary's name to the charity of one's choice.
Michelotti-Sawyers is in charge of arrangements.
Edward J. Klein " 1924 - 2006
Edward J. Klein, 82, rural Sawyer, ND, died Wednesday, December 20, 2006, in a Minot hospital.
Edward James Klein was born on March 20, 1924, the son of John S. and Margaret (Lemer) Klein on his parent's family farm located in McHenry County, rural Karlsruhe, ND. He was the seventh of 16 children. He was raised and educated in the Karlsruhe area. As a young adult, he assisted his
parents with the operation of the family farm.
On February 8, 1945, he entered the United States Marine Corps. He served during WWII in the Pacific Area and participated in the Occupation of Japan.
He was honorably discharged on October 27, 1946.
Edward was united in marriage to Regina Burckhard on June 22, 1954, in Towner, ND. They purchased a farm north of Sawyer, ND, where they raised small grains.
Ed enjoyed farming, fishing, playing pool, gardening, and doing carpentry work. He especially enjoyed having coffee with buddies at Renee's Corner in
Sawyer. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His love was shown in 1970, when he donated one of his kidneys to his son, Michael.
Ed was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Velva, the Holy Cross
Catholic Cemetery Committee, and the Knights of Columbus, Velva.
Surviving family includes: wife of 52 years, Regina, Sawyer, ND; sons, Bruce Klein, Sawyer; Mark Klein, Sawyer; Aaron Klein and his fiancé, Cindy Hemphill, Minot; daughters, Debbie (Keith) Martin, Minot; and Janice (Jeff) Meyer, Minot; grandchildren, Whitney and Blake Meyer; Kara and Gerard Klein;
and Karisa and Kaitlyn Martin; brothers, John (Regina) Klein, Minot; Emanuel (Angela) Klein, Towner, Tedore Daniel Klein, Lisbon, ND, Allen (Elaine)
Klein, Norwich, ND, and Cornelius (Cecelia) Klein, Spearfish, SD; sisters, Christine Wald, Fargo, ND, Mary Moreno, Los Angeles, CA, Mathilda (Andrew)Wald, Norwich, Jean Wald, East Grand Forks, MN, and Terri (Bud) Salem,
Crookston, MN; and many nieces and nephews.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Gerard and Michael J. Klein; sister, Catherine Weist; and brothers, Pius, Sebastian, Alex and Peter Klein.
Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Velva.
Interment: Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Velva, ND.
Visitation: Saturday from Noon to 5 p.m. and on Monday, December 25, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot.
Vigil Prayer Service: Monday at 7 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot.
Service Participants
Father James Gross - Celebrant of the Liturgies Monsignor Joseph Senger - Concelebrant
Anna Balk and Betty Regstad - Readers
Ed's six grandchildren - Gift Bearers
Music
Prelude: "In My Daughter's Eyes" CD Music by Martina McBride
and "Ave Maria" CD Music by Michael Bolton
Processional: "The Prayer" by Celine Dion
Offertory: Steve Repnow, to offer "O Holy Night"
Communion: Stephanie Dean to offer "My Dad"
Meditation: "Go Rest High On That Mountain" by Vince Gill
Commendation: "Song of Farewell"
Recessional: Steve Repnow, to offer "How Great Thou Art"
Postlude: "I Pray" CD Music by Lonestar
Sarah Dimond, Organist/Accompanist
Honorary Bearers: Ed's family, friends, neighbors, and coffee buddies at
Renee's Corner.
Active Bearers: Arnie Beck, Stener Hillerud, Alvin Finneseth, Dennis
Andreson, Pat Effertz Andy Gustin
John Michael Kraft, 72, of Crookston, Minnesota, died at his home, Saturday
evening, December 16, 2006. John was born near Fisher, Minnesota on July 5,
1934, one of fifteen children of parents, Joseph and Elizabeth (Wald) Kraft.
He enrolled in the Seminary in 1949, Illinois and then on December 29, 1954
entered the U.S. Army. He served overseas in Korea and following his
honorable discharge on December 18, 1956 returned to Fisher, Minnesota to
manage American Legion Post #242. John was united in marriage to Sandra
Gunstinson on December 27, 1957 at the St. Francis Catholic Church in
Fisher. The couple made their home in Grand Forks where John attended the
University of North Dakota, majoring in English. After receiving his degree
the family moved to Barnesville, Minnesota where he taught in the Elementary
School. In 1965 John, Sandra, and their family moved to Richland Center,
Wisconsin where he was employed by Wyeth Laboratories as a pharmaceutical
sales representative. After several years he became an agent for the New
York Life Insurance Company. For several years John coached the Richland
Center American Legion Baseball Team. In 1978 the family returned to the
Crookston-Fisher area and John was employed at the Polk County State Bank
Insurance Agency. He later joined Emerson Insurance in Crookston as a part
owner. John and Sandra moved to Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and after a few
years relocated to Minneapolis where he was employed as an equipment
adjuster for Anagram Inc. of St. Louis Park until his retirement in 2003.
They returned to Crookston later that year. John had been battling cancer
very courageously for the past two years. He was a member of the Cathedral
of the Immaculate Conception parish in Crookston, a former member of St.
Mary's Catholic Church at Richland Center, and a longtime member of the
Knights of Columbus. John and Sandra were able to enjoy 48 years of marriage
and the happy memories that came from their union. They also endured times
of incredible sadness following the deaths of three of their children-
Michael, who died shortly after his birth; Robert who was killed in an
automobile accident; and Mary Lynn, who was also later, killed in an
automobile accident. John will be remembered with great love by his family
and many friends.
Published on: 12/18/2006; Crookston Times
LEO JEROME MERCK Leo Jerome Merck, age 80, of Wilmington, passed away on
Friday, December 22, 2006. He was born in Casselton, ND, on November 3,
1926, to Anthony Joseph Merck and Margaret Jerome Merck. Remembered are his
wife, Beverly Merck and his son, Timothy Merck who preceded him in death.
Leo was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a longtime member of the
B.P.O. Elks Club in Wilmington. He was retired from France Neckwear in
Wilmington after many years of service. He was a proud veteran of the US
Navy. Leo is survived by his daughters, Roberta Newber (Kurt), Beverly
Cayton (Donald), and Madelene Brooks (Charles); sons, Kenneth Merck
(Michelle) Leo Jay Merck, Anthony Joseph Merck; and a special
daughter-in-law, Cindy Merck; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Mass
of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at St.
Mark Catholic Church. Burial will be in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com. A Market
St. Chapel Service. Published in the Star-News (Wilmington, NC) on
12/23/2006.
He is survived by brothers Lawrence (Jan), Eagan, Minnesota; Robert, St.
Cloud, Minnesota; and Edward (Jo), Jacksonville, Arkansas; and sister,
Sister Catherine, OSB, Crookston, Minnesota. Preceding him in death were
his parents, brother Anthony, Jr., and sister Anna Marie Craik. Leo's
father was born in Elsass, South Russia in 1898. He immigrated to the
United States in 1912 after three years in Brazil and Argentina.
Kuntz, Milonia
Milonia Kuntz, 90, Moorhead, Minn., formerly of Linton, died Dec. 23, 2006, at Eventide Living Center, Moorhead. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Linton, with the Rev. Gary Benz officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Myers Funeral Home, Linton, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church.
Milonia was born March 19, 1916, on a farm east of Linton in the St. Michael's area, the daughter of Ignatz and Anna (Huber) Wolf. She married her first husband, Joseph Fischer, in 1935. They farmed in the Temvik area and had four children. After Joseph's death in 1940, Milonia moved to Linton. Milonia married Peter Kuntz from St. Michael's, in 1942. Milonia and Pete lived in Linton and had five children. Pete died in 1966. Milonia worked for many years as a cook at the Linton Hospital in addition to helping out at the Linton Greenhouse. Milonia continued to live in Linton until 2000, when she moved to Moorhead to be closer to family.
Milonia was well known and will be remembered for her interest and skills in genealogy, in particular recording her family's history, tracing her ancestral roots including historical research in the area of "Germans from Russia." Milonia had many other interests and hobbies including gardening, cooking, photography and collecting stamps and coins, in addition to visiting her children and grandchildren. Milonia was fluent in English and several German dialects.
Milonia was a special person and will be missed by family and friends. Two children from Milonia's first marriage survive, Angie (James) Brandner, Rochester, Minn., and Isabella Fischer, Bismarck. Children from the first marriage who preceded her in death were, Michael and Alvin. Surviving grandchildren from Milonia's first marriage are, Dave (Kate) Brandner, Madison, Wis., Janine (John) Schiefelbein, Brighton, Mich., and Cheryl Brandner, Spring Valley, Minn.; in addition to two great-grandchildren. Surviving children from Milonia's second marriage are, Robert (Peg) Kuntz,Kersey, Colo., Joe (Katie) Kuntz, Rochester, James (Marilyn) Kuntz, Anchorage, Alaska, Cindy (Mark) Geffre, Albany, Ore., and Roger (Monna) Kuntz, Moorhead. Surviving grandchildren from Milonia's second marriage are, Julie Kuntz, Lake Tahoe, Calif., Doug Kuntz, Weaverville, Calif., Eric Kuntz, Lincoln City, Ore., Bryan (Amy) Kuntz, Kearney, Neb., Ben Kuntz, Missoula, Mont., Jeff and Brad Kuntz, both of Madi
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son, Wis., Jason Kuntz, Rochester, Jeremy (Krista) Geffre, McMinnville, Ore., Justin Geffre, Corvallis, Ore., Craig Geffre, Albany, Melanie Kuntz, Shakopee, Minn., and Perry Kuntz, Moorhead; in addition to three great-grandchildren. Surviving brother and sisters are, Christine Kuntz, Moorhead, Tillie Kuntz, Bismarck, Pius Wolf, Merced, Calif., Ann Horner, Linton, and Aloys Wolf, Montebello, Calif. Milonia had three brothers who preceded her in death, Joseph, Albert and Mike Wolf.
Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 12/26/2006.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
24 Mar 2007
On Wednesday, March 21, 2007, John Bernard Neibauer, our beloved dad, brother, and friend, entered into eternity with his Lord and Savior. John was a fun-loving and devoted dad and grandpa, ever mindful of his kids.
He was born on June 25, 1930, in Minneapolis, to Dorothy June (Cook) and Mathias John Neibauer, where he spent most of his childhood. When John was in high school, the family moved to Mandan, N.D. It was there that he met the love of his life, Joyce Henderson. John and Joyce were voted the most popular couple in high school before graduating from Mandan High School in 1947. They were later married on Aug. 12, 1950, and together, they had 10 children and enjoyed 56 years of marriage. John was by her side as Joyce went to be with the Lord on Nov. 20, 2006.
At the age of 9, John got a tattoo with his nickname "Jack" on it. At the age of 13, John boarded the train from Minneapolis to Billings for the first time, by himself, to begin work as a cowboy on the Cormier Ranch, south of Billings, herding cattle from Fly Creek to Pryor Creek by himself. This summer work continued until he graduated from high school. During high school, John was a starting tackle for the 1946 and 1947 Mandan High School football team that celebrated two consecutive undefeated seasons and went on to become the North Dakota State Champions. John attended college after high school on a football scholarship before he entered the Army, where he was a member of the 47th Division Viking Squad stationed in Mississippi. In 1952, they moved to Billings, where John worked for the Montana Power Company as a lineman. He retired as city foreman underground in 1987. During his career with Montana Power, John received a commendation for his heroic act in the rescue of a!
woman from an auto accident on the Montana Avenue overpass in Billings. During his lifetime, John was an avid hunter. Many a tale was told at hunting camp - a tradition he has passed on to his son Bernie and grandson Kyle.
John fought the good fight and lived a good life. He was a good man and will be missed by all. His wife and his children were his most cherished and prized possessions. We love you, Dad, and we'll see you on the other side!
John was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; his son, Douglas Gerard; his sister, Lois Senn; and his brother, Mike Neibauer. John is survived by his children, Deborah (Andy) Lawson of Pompeys Pillar, Susan Hendrickson of Staunton, Va., Karen (Ahmed) Matar of Billings, Stephanie Neibauer of Minneapolis, Mary (Troy) Hendrickson of Townsend, Linda (Glen) Luebking of Littleton, Colo., Nancy (Mark) Bartlett of Elizabethtown, Pa., Douglas (Junko) Neibauer of Moreno Valley, Calif., Marge Nikkola of Minneapolis, Elizabeth Romans of Minneapolis, Joan Neibauer of Castle Rock, Colo., Frances (Lewis) Ball of Missoula, Tom (Sandy) Neibauer of Round Rock, Texas; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. Vigil service will be 5 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary. The Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, at St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral, with Rite of Committal at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Patrick's Co-Cathedral Building Fund.
Loveland FYI
Loveland, Colorado
03-29-2007
Victor DETTER
Vic Detter went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2007, at 5:15 p.m. after a long battle with congestive heart failure.
He was born Feb. 20, 1926, in Windsor, Colo. His parents immigrated from the Volga region in Russia to Windsor through Galveston in 1912. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Katie (Schwab) Detterer; his brother Phillip and sister Mollie were buried along the Volga River in Russia near the village of Denhoff. His sister Mary was buried at sea on the way to America. Brothers Phillip, Alex, Rueben and sisters Mollie and Leona all died in America.
Vic served in the Navy aboard the USS Munda during World War II in the 7th Fleet. They were in Tokyo Bay under blackout conditions when bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He engaged in battles in New Guinea, Guadalcanal, Guam, Saipan and Okinawa. Vic attained the status of petty officer 2nd class and received the Victory Medal and two stars for the Asiatic Pacific.
He married Velma Jones on March 2, 1947, at her parents’ home in Loveland. They just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Vic farmed dryland wheat in Anton, Colo., for 35 years before retiring to Loveland in 1982.
Vic enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved the outdoors, fishing, sports, traveling, music, dancing and their mountain cabin.
Vic is survived by his wife, Velma of Loveland; sons, Terry and wife Marsha of Loveland, Gary and fiancée Debbie of Boulder, Dan and wife Debbie of Loveland, and David and wife Linda of Windsor; daughters, Vicki Biddle and Sheri Colpitts and husband Emmett of Loveland; 21 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Allnutt-Hunter Chapel. Visitation will be 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday, March 27, at Allnutt-Hunter Chapel.
Interment will be at Loveland Burial Park. A reception will follow the interment at the Allnutt Reception Center.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Allnutt-Hunter Chapel. Please view the online obituary and sign the family guest book at www.allnutt.com.
ROMM, Edward "Ed" March 13, 1920 - March 6, 2007
Home Village: parents - Yagodnaya Polyana, Russia (Member
of AHSGR - Calgary Chapter)
Published in the Calgary Herald on 3/7/2007.
Edward (Ed) Kromm, born on the family farm in DeWinton, AB on March 13,
1920, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the age of 86 years. One
of eleven children, he left for service in the Canadian Army in 1942
where he served overseas until 1946. Returning to Calgary, Ed married
Elsie (nee Leinweber) in 1949 and they resided there for the next
fifty-seven years. Ed was employed with Manning Egleston Lumber and the
Calgary School Board until his retirement in 1982.
Ed is survived by his loving wife Elsie Katherine; his son and
daughter-in-law, James and Lori; and granddaughters, Lindsay (Jarret)
Stuart and Lauren Kromm. He is also survived by three sisters, Emma
Stancer, Martha Lee, and Louise (Fred) Knittel; sister-in-law Lilias
Kromm; brother-in-law Roy Weitz; as well as fourteen nieces and nephews.
Ed was predeceased by his parents, three sisters, Mary, Betty, and
Pauline, and two brothers, Phillip and Dan.
Funeral Services will be held at St. John Lutheran Church (204 - 6A
Street N.E.) on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Forward
condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . Graveside Service to
follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes
may be made directly to the St. John's Memorial Fund. In living memory
of Edward Kromm, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by
McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE
N.W.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
29 Mar 2007
BROADUS - Karl Herman Ullrich, age 86, of Broadus, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 26, 2007, at the Powder River Manor in Broadus.
Karl was born in a rock house built by his father in Wason Flats, 60 miles north of Miles City, on Jan. 28, 1921. Karl attended a German-speaking elementary school five miles from their homestead. In 1927, the family bought the Bud Devasher land, northeast of Broadus, where Karl would spend most of the rest of his life. Karl attended the Durst School, two miles north of their new home through the eighth grade. During the drought of the '30s, the Ullrich family moved to Billings to find employment. Karl worked at various odd jobs, including cleaning out flooded basements and hauling produce door to door to supplement the family income. Karl graduated from high school while the family resided in Billings. Karl served in the United States Army during World War II as a medic. In 1940, they moved back to the family ranch near Broadus and built the new ranch house in 1946. Karl married Ruby Griff in 1948. The couple resided in a dugout and worked for Elmer Watters. They bought the Ullrich ranch from his parents in 1958, where Karl worked until retiring to the Eagles Manor in Miles City in 2003. Karl and Ruby had two sons, Victor (born in 1953) and Vernon (born in 1957). They later separated.
Karl was a man of very few words, but his kindness and unconditional love will long be remembered by his family and friends. He was a master rancher and cattleman who had walked every inch of his ranch (mostly in his one man war against weeds). His grandchildren have golden memories of long walks, being pulled in the wagon, horseback rides, ice skating on the river and the endless supply of butterscotch candies in his front shirt pocket. His children knew him as a man with a quiet determination, an unquestionable work ethic and a love of the land and the Powder River. He was an expert card player.
Karl was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Broadus and a longstanding member of the Broadus Farmers Union.
Karl is survived by two brothers, Richard of Puyallup, Wash., and Albert of Chinook; and one sister, Ruth Watters of Helena. He is also survived by two sons, Victor (Laura Lee) of the family ranch and Vern (Kay) of Biddle. The love of his life were his grandchildren: Amy (Tom) Minow of Broadus, Dr. Jennifer (Rob) Mattingley of La Crosse, Wis., Lieutenant Doug (Laura) Ullrich of Tucson, Ariz., Adam and Jason Ullrich of Biddle and five great-grandchildren, Taylor, Leah and Hudson Mattingley, and Miranda and Kyle Minow. He is also survived by over 65 nieces and nephews. Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Frieda Ullrich; his sisters, Esther (Tony) Gali, Gertrude (Fred) Schillreff and Freida Ullrich; his sisters-in-law, Ilene Ullrich and Florence Ullrich; and a brother-in-law, George Watters.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 31, at 11 a.m., at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Broadus. Interment will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Our Saviors Lutheran Church Pastoral Fund in Broadus.
Posted March 28, 2007
The Sheboygan Press, Sheboygan, Wis.
Milton W. Grunewald DOB:7/4/1914 DOD:3/26/2007
Milton W. Grunewald, 92, formerly of W3116 CTH FF, passed away Monday, March 26, 2007, at the Plymouth Care Center.
Milton was born July 4, 1914 in the Town of Herman to the late Martin Sr. and Eleanor (Barts) Grunewald. His birthday soon became a special day of family celebration.
On January 16, 1937, he married Dorothy Specht at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church. The couple recently celebrated their seventieth wedding anniversary.
Milton was a farmer most of his life. He was also employed by the Grand Hotel, Lakeland College, and the Sheboygan County Comprehensive Center.
In addition to his wife Dorothy, Milton is survived by his five sons, Donald Grunewald of Plymouth, Dennis Grunewald of Ada, Lee (Joan) Grunewald of Sheboygan, Randy Grunewald of Howards Grove, Timothy Grunewald of Sheboygan, and his seven daughters, Margene (LeRoy) Fink of Franklin, Kathryn (Leo) Waldschmidt of Howards Grove, JoAnn (Robert) Lutzke of Elkhart Lake, Delores (Keith) Liebenstein of Plymouth, Jane Rentmeester (special friend Tom Laughrin) of Hilbert, Cindy Schmidt (special friend Peter Schalk) of Ada, and Bonnie (James) Fintelmann of Franklin.
He is also survived by thirty-one grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, and fifteen step-great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers Martin Jr. (Marilyn) Grunewald of Howards Grove, and Merlin (Mary) Grunewald of rural Cleveland, and a son-in-law Charles Berg.
He was preceded in death by two infant sons, Eugene and Dale, his sons Jerome and Gary Grunewald, a daughter LaVerne Berg, two grandchildren, a great-grandchild, his brother Norman, a sister Viola Lemke, a daughter-in-law Jane Grunewald, and a son-in-law Jim Schmidt.
Funeral Services for Milton will be held Friday, March 30, 2007, at 1:30 P.M. at Zimmer's Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center (Hwy 42 & JJ). The Reverend Darrel Bergelin, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, will officiate. Friends may call on Friday, at the funeral home, from 10:30 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will follow services at Trinity Cemetery.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
The family would like to thank his caregivers, Irene, Nancy, Rose Marie, Terri, Greg, Jan, and the staff of the Plymouth Health Care Center for the care they provided for Milton.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 Mar 2007
BIG TIMBER - Victor Steinmetz, 84, of Big Timber, formerly of Glendive and Hardin, passed away March 22, 2007, in Big Timber.
He was born July 22, 1922, in Hardin, a son of Henry and Eva Burnhart Steinmetz. He grew up and attended schools in Hardin. Following his education, he worked for the Holly Sugar Corporation as a truck driver. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, served during World War II and received his honorable discharge.
Vic married Amelia Heiser on Feb. 10, 1948. The couple made their home in Hardin until 1975, when they moved to Glendive. While in Glendive, Vic worked as a carpenter, retiring in 1984 and eventually moving to Big Timber in 2005.
He was a member of the Catholic Church, Glendive Veterans Club and the Moose Lodge. His passion was collecting agates.
His parents; sisters, Lea Hert, Lydia Schaak, Elizabeth Steinmetz and Esther Zimmer; and brothers Fred, Emmanuel and Henry Steinmetz, preceded Vic in death.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Amelia; three daughters, Jane (Steve) Pitsch of Big Timber, Marjorie (Vince) Haugeto and Wanda (Greg) Kukowski of Colorado; his brother, Harry (Jean) Steinmetz of Hardin; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Rosary will be recited 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 25, in the Bullis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 26, in the Chapel. Interment with military honors will follow in the Fairview Cemetery. Bullis Mortuary of Hardin has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
11 Apr 2007
WORLAND, Wyo. - Jake L. Yakel, 82, passed away at his home in Worland following a brief struggle with cancer. Cremation will take place, and a memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 14, at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worland with Rev. Steve Couch officiating.
A memorial in his name has been established for a fund yet to be named. Contributions may be sent to the Pinnacle Bank at P. O. Box 789 - Worland, WY 82401.
Veile Mortuary of Worland is assisting the family with the arrangements.
He was born Sept. 23, 1924, in Scottsbluff a son of Jacob and Mary (Kaiser) Yakel.
He was raised and educated in Scottsbluff. Following his education he farmed for a few years before becoming a truck driver, hauling coal and corn from Wyoming. He then worked for Curry Chemical Co., an agricultural chemical and fertilizer firm, in Scottsbluff.
Jake married Ruby I. Specht Jan. 26, 1947, in Scottsbluff. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in January.
In 1954 Curry Chemical transferred him to Worland. He later bought the company and operated it as PureGro for many years. He eventually sold it to Simplot, and then retired in 1992.
Jake enjoyed traveling to visit with his family, especially with his grandchildren. He enjoyed walking, and usually stopped to visit with his friends at the local coffee shops. He was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Worland.
Survivors include his wife, Ruby Yakel of Worland; daughter, Brenda (Del) Jacober of Covington, Wash.; daughter-in-law, Jane Yakel of Blacksburg, Va.; grandchildren, Cindi Battram of Puyallup, Wash., Kevin Jacober of Seattle, Wash., Demian Yakel of Blacksburg, Va., Jonah Yakel of Tucson, Ariz., and Stefan Yakel of New Orleans, La.; and six great-grandchildren; brother, Dick Yakel of Scottsbluff; sisters, Katherine Welch, Katie Zier, Caroline Rexus, Rose (Paul) Bolzer, Florence Rau, Irene Loose, Alvina Kufeldt, and Norma (Don) Green all of Scottsbluff.
Preceding him in death was his son Randy Yakel in 1997, a brother and four sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
11 Apr 2007
Mary Jane Brown, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, April 7, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 11, at the Bethel Christian Fellowship in Scottsbluff with Pastor Bruce Wallace officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff.
Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and at the funeral. A memorial has been established to the church.
Mary Jane was born Sept. 2, 1931, in Mitchell to George and Madeline (Kilthau) Maul, Sr. where she grew up and received her education. She married LeRoy Brown March 28, 1958, in Scottsbluff. They lived in Chicago, Ill., and Memphis, Tenn., before moving to Torrington, Wyo. in 1986, where they resided until moving to Scottsbluff in 1993. Mary Jane was very loving, caring, and helpful to all who knew her.
She was a member of the Bethel Christian Fellowship. Mary Jane enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, crocheting, and quilting.
Survivors include her sisters, Rose Schwartzkopf and Christine Leikam both of Scottsbluff, and Helen Eisenbarth of Wiser, Idaho; brother, George Maul, Jr. of Scottsbluff; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, four sisters, and two brothers.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
11 Apr 2007
LOVELL, Wyo. - On Good Friday, April 6, 2007, Frieda Baus March passed away peacefully at the New Horizons Care Center in Lovell, at the young age of 95.
She was born Frieda Baus on July 4, 1912, on the Atlantic Ocean onboard a ship bound for America. At the time, her parents, Jacob Baus and Mary Elizabeth Rinehardt Baus, were immigrating to the United States from Russia. Frieda was born in German waters, however, so that her native citizenship was Germany. Because of the international time changes involved, Frieda could claim her birthday as either July 3 or 4. She very proudly choose the Fourth of July to celebrate each year.
Frieda grew up in Wheatland, and on Sept. 1, 1929, at the age of 17, she entered nursing school at Memorial Hospital of Natrona County.
On Oct. 11, 1938, Frieda married the love of her life, Millard Francis March, in San Diego, where Mr. March was serving in the Navy. In April of 1941, Millard and Frieda were stationed in Honolulu, when they returned to Mr. March's parent's home in Morton, Ill., for an extended visit. Frieda lived with her in-laws while Millard attended a three-month Navy school in mine sweeping in Norfolk, Va. Millard March had six brothers, four of whom were also serving in the Navy in 1941.
Upon completion of the school, Mr. and Mrs. March returned to Honolulu, where Millard was a First Class Gunner's Mate aboard the USS Phelps Flagship destroyer, Squadron 1. On Sept. 12, 1941, Frieda became a naturalized U.S. citizen.
When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, Millard's ship was out of the harbor on maneuvers. Frieda was employed as a nurse in a navy hospital and helped to treat many of the wounded sailors that day and for weeks and months to come. She spent several very anxious days before she was to learn that her husband had survived the attack.
After the war, Millard was stationed in Yokosuka, Japan, for one tour as a Chief Petty officer and Frieda enjoyed visiting him there. Mr. and Mrs. March made their home in the San Diego area and in Laurel, Mont., until Millard's death in 1979.
In the 1980s, Frieda returned to live in Wyoming to be near her brother in Thermopolis. Throughout her lifetime, Frieda dearly loved to play golf and, though she may have been short in stature, she played the game very well. She was also very active in community affairs and made good friends wherever she went. Frieda was a charter member of the Guardian Society of the Disabled American Veterans. Frieda loved to travel and had a very mischievous grin, which would always bring a smile to your face.
Frieda is survived by her brother, Victor Baus of Thermopolis, and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at sea in the San Diego area this summer. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans or any other charity of choice.
Torrington Telegram
Torrington, WY
4 Apr 2007
Helen Ide Schattenburg died in her home in Capitola, Calf., on Saturday, March 31, 2007. Services will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2007, at Congregational Church of Soquel at 2 p.m. Burial will follow at Soquel Cemetery.
Benito and Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel have been entrusted with the arrangements.
She was born of German Russian Immigrant parents, Savina Weitzel Herdt and Alex Herdt on a farm in Huntley on Oct. 17, 1926. She completed her high school education at Torrington High School. Helen was baptized and confirmed at the Congregational Church in Torrington. She worked for a few years at the Ben Franklin Store. Helen married Bob Ide and moved to California. After his death she married Allan Schattenburg.
She was a resident of the Capitola and Soquel area for the past 65 years. A driven and successful entrepreneurial woman, she owned and operated various businesses throughout Santa Cruz County.
She first owned the Osocales Theater in Soquel, and later The Santa Cruz Surf Bowl, Santa Cruz Bowl, Capitola Bowl, Madera Bowl and Grady's Market in Capitola. Her career in local entertainment venues and retail spanned over 60 years. Her family remembered her working 16 hour days; displaying work ethics that motivated her younger employees to pursue their careers with positive, hard working attitudes.
She is survived by her husband of Capitola; daughter Pamela Fletcher of Folsom, and son Stephen Ide of Soquel; sisters Irene Fleenor and Betty Latta of Cheyenne and Elnora Griffin of Phoenix, Ariz.; brothers Robert Herdt of Phoenix and Raymond of Torrington; grandchildren Andrew Houghton and Kimberly Lewis; great grandson Aidan Lewis; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Ide; an infant sister; infant grandson Matthew Houghton; sister Alma Eisenbarth; brothers Leo Herdt, Wilbert Herdt, Ted Herdt, Blackie Herdt and Albert Herdt; and a nephew, Joe Griffin.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
12 Apr 2007
J. Arling Wiederspahn
1916-2007
J. Arling Wiederspahn, 91, of Cheyenne died April 10 at Cheyenne Healthcare Center.
He was born Jan. 22, 1916, in Grand Island, Neb., to George and Elizabeth Wiederspahn. They moved to Colorado Springs, Colo., where he grew up and graduated from Palmer High School in 1934.
Mr. Wiederspahn moved to Greeley, Colo., in 1934 where he was employed by the Macy Funeral Home and Camfield Hotel. He moved to Cheyenne in 1936, worked for United Airlines as a sheet metal mechanic until leaving for Chicago in 1938 to attend Worsham College of Mortuary Science. After graduating he returned to Cheyenne, working for United Airlines and Worland Mortuary. In 1946, Arling and Robert E. Grace formed a partnership and purchased the Worland Mortuary operating as the Wiederspahn and Grace Mortuary. In 1956, Mr. Wiederspahn built and then opened the Wiederspahn Chapel of the Chimes, which he owned and operated with his wife, Edvina, until their retirement in 1987. Cheyenne Memorial Gardens was purchased in 1967 and in 1979 a crematory was added, which was the first in the state of Wyoming and holds license No. 1.
He had been a licensed mortician for 69 years and appointed by Gov. Herschler to serve two terms on the State Board of Embalming; elected Laramie County coroner, serving 12 years, and served as deputy county coroner for several years. He was a member and past president of the National Association of Approved Morticians, elected to the Board of Trustees at Laramie County Community College, serving for 15 years. He was appointed by five different mayors to serve a total of 20 years on the Firemen's Civil Service Commission. He served on The Salvation Army Board for 22 years, was a member and past president of the Laramie County Chapter of the American Red Cross as well as the Board of Goodwill Industries. He was a Boy Scout leader and member and past president of the Deming PTA, where he and his wife were honored with the Parent Teacher Association All Star Parents Award at the 50th anniversary of Deming Grade School. He was also a member of Cheyenne Jaycees (Jr. Chamber of Commerce), receiving the Outstanding Young Man award in 1949, member and past president of Cheyenne Lions Club, active in a number of fraternal organizations, Past Worthy Patron of Mizpah Chapter No. 36 of the Order of Eastern Star, past patron of the Indian Paintbrush Court Order of Amaranth, member of Acacia Lodge No. 11 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, member of Korein Shrine and Wyoming Consistory No. 1, Past Associate Guardian of Job's Daughters Bethel No. 33 and he often chaperoned many Bethel activities. He was a long-time member of Gideon International and held a lifetime membership in the Elks Lodge No. 660.
He was a member of Zion Congregational Church where he served as Sunday school superintendent, a member and past president of the Church Board and as a deacon.
After retirement, Mr. and Mrs. Wiederspahn spent several months a year in Peoria, Ariz., and attended Desert Palms Presbyterian Church, where also served as a Stephen minister.
Arling Wiederspahn is survived by his two children and their spouses, Janet and Dwight Haught and Al Wiederspahn and Cynthia Lummis, all of Cheyenne; grandchildren, LaRon Hogg-Haught of San Francisco, LaRae Reid and her husband, James of Hollister, Calif., Trenton Hogg and his wife, Melissa of Cheyenne and Annaliese Wiederspahn of Cheyenne; great-grandchildren, Shane, Nathan and Quinn Dirksen of Hollister and Louden Hogg of Cheyenne; a sister-in-law, Irene Lamb; several nieces and nephews; and his extended family includes David Haught and his wife Cindy of Sheridan, Don Haught and his wife Robin and Doug Haught and his wife Julie, all of Torrington; eight great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Edvina, whom he married March 17, 1938; his parents, George and Elizabeth Wiederspahn; two sisters, Barbara Weber and Rose Lamb; and two brothers, Conrad Wiederspahn and Robert Wiederspahn.
Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes with the Rev. Elmer Wilhelm officiating.
Interment will be at Beth El Cemetery.
Friends may contribute to the Arling and Edvina Wiederspahn Scholarship at Laramie County Community College, 1400 East College Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82007 or Wyoming Chapter of Alzheimer's Association, 119 3rd Street, Douglas WY 82631.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
13 Apr 2007
Loretta Mary Benzel, 79, of Scottsbluff, died Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at her home.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 14, at Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Cremation will be held after the service with a private family interment to follow at a later date at Sunset Memorial Park.
A memorial has been established to Salem Congregational Church.
Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel Friday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com
Loretta was born Nov. 2, 1927, in Angora, Neb. to Albin Leo and Josephine (Terasinski) Chlopek. She married Ben Benzel June 22, 1946, in Scottsbluff. She retired from the Midwec Corporation as a supervisor of quality control.
Loretta was a member of Salem Congregation Church, the Study Circle and Reach Out programs of the church.
She is survived by her husband Ben; sons and daughter-in-law, Benjamin and Karen Benzel of The Villages, Fla. and William L. Benzel of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Doug Strauch of Mitchell; sister, Annabelle McGhee of Bakersfield, Calif., grandchildren, Randy (Melea) Benzel of Castle Rock, Colo., Renee (Brian) Bernhard, Commerce City, Colo., Russell Benzel, Firestone, Colo., Hunter (Beverly) Strauch, Gering, Megan Hanshew, San Diego, Calif., and Heidi Strauch of Mitchell; great-grandchildren, Kendal Benzel, Cameron Benzel, Courtney Benzel, Simon Bernhard, Riley Strauch and Emily Strauch.
Loretta was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Victor Silver, Edward Chlopek and John Chlopek and sisters, Frances Sterkel and Bernadette Cornelius.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
17 Apr 2007
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Karen E. Demand, 62, passed away Friday, April 13, 2007.
A funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, April 19, at the funeral home with the Rev. Mark D. Barz will be officiating.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Sunset North Funeral Home, 910 North Loop 1604 East (Inside Between Stone Oak Parkway and Hwy 281. The interment with military honors will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to your local chapter of the American Cancer Society. To leave a message for the family, please log on to www.mem.com. Arrangements are with: Sunset North Funeral Home, 910 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78232, (210) 495-7770
She was born March 15, 1944, in Sidney, Neb. to George Batt and Eva Fertig Batt. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of Crown of Life Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her husband, Sylvan "Ray" Demand of San Antonio; sisters, Delorse Kautz and her husband George of Temple, Texas, Donna Wright and her husband Jim of Westminster, Colo., Dorothea Batt of Gering; brothers, Wayne Batt and his wife Betty of Mitchell; Ed Batt and his wife Carol of Scottsbluff, Gary Batt and his wife Nancy of Gering, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
18 Apr 2007
ROUNDUP - Lorene V. Zimmerman, 86, of Roundup, passed away at home on Sunday, April 15, 2007, surrounded by her family.
Lorene was born Aug. 19, 1920, at her parents' homestead at the foot of the Snowies. She was the sixth of 10 children born to Noah and Frona Basinger. In 1923, the family moved to Roundup, where she received her schooling. Lorene was helping Mary Zimmerman cook for a threshing crew when it started to rain, so she and Emil decided this was as good a day as any to get married. So Sept. 9, 1938, was the beginning of the 68 years of wedded bliss. Lorene and Emil spent 41 years on the ranch north of Roundup raising cattle and kids before retiring back in Roundup in 1979.
Lorene was a charter member of the Flatwillow Home Demonstration Club, the oldest living member of the Roundup Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star in Grass Range and a charter member of the Sassy Sewing Club.
She loved to travel and was always ready to go on a trip, whether it was long or short. She especially enjoyed the day trips she and Emil took exploring Montana.
Lorene was predeceased by two brothers, four sisters and two grandsons.
She is survived by her husband, Emil, of nearly 69 years; her children, Larry (Shirley) Zimmerman, Jim (Carma) Zimmerman, Mary Lynn (Bill) Edwards, Jack (Tami) Zimmerman and Deb Ray; brothers Sylvan (Daisy) Basinger, Vern (Marie) Basinger; and sister Florence Wacker; sisters-in-law Ruth Stoltz and Anita Jo Jones; brothers-in-law Charlie (Nola) Brumfield and Dick (Donna) Brumfield; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces. We will all miss you, Mom.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at Wier Funeral Chapel. Interment to follow at the Roundup City Cemetery.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
18 Apr 2007
Arthur John Kautzmann, 73, owner of the Bonanza Health Foods Store for the past 31 years, peacefully passed away Sunday evening, April 15, 2007, at his Billings home, in the presence of his immediate family. He courageously battled various heath issues for 16 years and finally yielded to cancer.
Art was born in Bismarck, N.D., to Anton and Johanna Kautzmann on March 20, 1934; he was the youngest of eight children. In 1952, he graduated from Mandan High School in Mandan, N.D., where he loved drama and music. Following high school, he attended North Dakota State University's School of Pharmacy, graduating in 1956.
Art moved to Billings to complete his pharmaceutical internship and there, he met his wife of 50 years, Delores J. Bourne.
A pharmacist for 20 years, Art worked for Hebner's Pharmacy, Hummel Drug, Glendive's Northern Pacific Beneficial Association Hospital Pharmacy, St. Vincent's Hospital Pharmacy and was a partner in Gallagher's Pharmacy before opening his pharmacy - "Medical Arts Pharmacy" - in 1967.
In 1976, Art took his extensive pharmacy background to the health industry when he purchased the Bonanza Health Foods Store. The Bonanza, a family-run business, continues to serve as one of the largest health food stores in the Northwest - one of Art's proudest accomplishments.
In 1974, Art's life changed forever when he found "new life" as a born-again Christian through the Lord Jesus Christ. The Lord filled him with Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness and Faithfulness (Gal 5:22) and his testimony will continue to live through his many family and friends.
Art loved watching his children and grandchildren participate in sports and school activities. Incredibly, he attended every possible event, home or away. No game was too far away and even the worst blizzard on the road to Havre couldn't keep him from going.
Art was the definition of "sports fan"; he attended local high school football and basketball games and was a "regular" in the stands for Billings Mustangs games.
In 1991, Art retired from full time operation of the health food store after suffering a stroke in December of 1990. He did, however, visit the store daily while his daughter Arthel and son-in-law Jerry Vincent managed the store.
Art was an avid hunter and fisherman, but turned to playing cards at the senior citizen center as his health slowed him down. He loved meeting with family and friends over coffee to share stories and jokes; his humor was endless and he loved to laugh.
His routine also included an exercise program at St. Vincent's hospital. He participated in the St. Vincent's volunteer program and loved to share e-mails with family and friends.
Art considered his wife (Delores), his three children (Arthel, Duey, Amy), his three children-in-law (Jerry, Cassie, Jeff), his eight grandchildren (Jennifer, Colter, Andrea, Joel, Jake, Callie, Krista, Caden) and his one great-grandchild (Madison), his greatest blessings and treasures.
Art is survived by his wife, Delores; daughters Arthel (Jerry) Vincent and Amy (Jeff) Satrom of Billings and son Lt. Col. (Ret.) Duey (Cassie) Kautzmann, Irving, Texas; his grandchildren, Jennifer (Nick) Lambert, Andrea and Joel Vincent, Jake and Krista Dunn, Caden Satrom, Colter and Callie Kautzmann; his great-granddaughter, Madison Lambert. He is also survived by his two sisters, Clara Lubke of Mandan and Margie (George) Haider of Billings; sisters-in-law Edna Kautzmann and Rosie Kautzmann as well as countless nieces and nephews and many dear friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Roland; and daughter Karen; his parents, Anton and Johanna; his brothers, Gene, Harry, Edmond, Emanuel; and his sister, Maggie.
Viewing will be held on Friday, April 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. (family will be present) or Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. A memorial service will be held at West Side Baptist Church, 323 S. 32nd St. W. (corner of 32nd Street West and Monad) on Saturday, at 2 p.m., in Billings. A reception at the church will follow the service.
Cremation will follow Saturday's viewing and interment will take place on Monday, April 23, 10 a.m., at Terrace Gardens Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Rocky Mountain Hospice and/or Westside Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Fund.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
19 Apr 2007
Dave Green, 100, of Scottsbluff, died Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at the Northfield Medical Center in Gering.
Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 21, at Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Visitation will be Friday, April 20, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a Prayer Service beginning Friday evening at 7 p.m.
Memorials are to the Salem Congregation Church or to Prairie Haven Hospice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com.
Dave was born April 1, 1907, in Herington, Kan. to Nick and Katherine (Spahn) Green. He received his education in western Nebraska and worked on the family farm. Dave married Mary Green Jan. 26, 1930, in Scottsbluff. The couple farmed north of Scottsbluff for a number of years before moving south of Gering where they farmed for 40 years before retirement in 1982. Following his retirement, Dave moved into Scottsbluff where he continued to enjoy the outdoors by tending to his garden. He was a longtime member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff.
Dave is survived by his daughter, Arlene Harimon and her husband Reinnie of Minatare and son, Marvin Green and his wife Ann of Gering; sister, Annie Green of Scottsbluff; grandchildren, Doug Harimon, Laura Harimon, Chris Green, Shelle Petersen, and Monica Connell; great-grandchildren, Jason Harimon, Brian Petersen, Tyler Petersen, Dylan Petersen, and Gavin Connell.
His parents, wife Mary, four brothers and one sister preceded Dave in death.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
19 Apr 2007
Lulu M. Steege
1925-2007
Lulu M. "Lou" Steege, 81, of Cheyenne died April 17 at Cheyenne Healthcare Center.
She was born April 24, 1925, in Broomfield, Colo., and had lived here since 1926.
She retired in 1979 from the Wyoming Highway Department where she worked as a server in the cafeteria. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and a crochet class.
Mrs. Steege is survived by three daughters, Debbie Richardson of Cheyenne, Janice Hudak of Fort Collins, and Bonnie McAffee of Lander; three step-children, Sherry Welch of Danville, Ill., Tom Steege of Mount Vernon, Ill., and Janice Bergstrom of Lander; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Steege; parents, Adolph and Lydia Schick; a sister, Edna Urich; and her first husband, LeRoy Hennings.
Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel with the Rev. Elmer Wilhelm officiating.
Interment will take place at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens.
Friends may send contributions to St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
19 Apr 2007
Mary Lou Ruff, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, went to meet her Lord and Savior on April 17, 2007, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 9, 1928, in Morganville, Kan., to Charles and Ruth Kisby. Mary Lou was the third oldest of six children.
She graduated from high school in Clifton, Kan., in 1946, and moved to Billings in 1948, where she was employed at the Billings Laundry. On July 10, 1948, Mary Lou met her future husband, John, during a blind date. They were married on June 24, 1950, and enjoyed 56 wonderful years together. During that time, they had three children: Stephen, David and Nannette. For the past recent months, Mary Lou resided at the Butterfly Homes, working hard at recovering from a stroke well enough to enable her to return home.
Mary Lou enjoyed painting, sewing and crafts of all sorts. She volunteered at a number of places, such as South Park Senior Center, and was a member for over 50 years at the Pilgrim Congregational Church, where she was baptized. She really enjoyed the company of her grandchildren, traveling and sight-seeing, camping, gardening and visiting with friends and relatives.
Mary Lou is survived by her husband, John; and her three children, Stephen (Janlee) Ruff, David Ruff, Nannette (James) Dahlberg; four grandchildren, Erich, Bryan and Daniel Ruff, and Kaitlyn Dahlberg. She is also survived by one brother, Larry Kisby; and three sisters, Dorothy Evango, Della Collette and Charlene Stites.
The family wishes to thank all the staff at Butterfly Homes, as well as the staff at Fourth Floor TCU at the Billings Clinic for all their encouragement, support and loving care they provided to Mom.
Viewing will be Thursday, April 19, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Smith Downtown Chapel, and prior to services at the church. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 20, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 409 S. 36th. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Phillip Kaiser
Philip Kaiser, age 86, died on April 21st, 2007 at the Bright View Assisted Living Facility in Arbutus, Maryland. He had been ill and passed away peacefully from complications due to pneumonia.
Mr. Kaiser was born on May 20th, 1920 in Visalia, California and is preceded in death by his parents, who were of Volga German decent, Philip Kaiser and Maria Katherine “Kattie” Simon of Warenburg, Russia. His parents emigrated from Russia to Fresno, California in 1907. Mr. Kaiser was the tenth of thirteen children.
On August 11th, 1943, he married Mildred Karl, who was born on December 31, 1922 in Fresno, California. Both of her parents, John Peter Karle and Katherine Wills (Andreas) were also of Volga German descent and resided in Fresno, California.
Mr. Kaiser was in the Navy during WWII and then worked for the Lucerne Milk Company. He also was employed for many years as a Pure-Pak operator for the Producer’s Dairy Plant in Fresno.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mildred, his oldest daughter Kathi and her husband Michael Parli of Maryland, their children, son Jason, daughter-in-law Alexis and children Jackson and Bennet of Long Island, New York, and daughter Tiffany Parli of Maryland. Philip Kaiser is also survived by his son, Darrel and daughter-in-law, Betty of Corpus Christi, Texas.
On April 24th, 2007, there will be a memorial service in Arbutus, Maryland.
The Fort Collins Colorado Coloradoan
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Article published Apr 24, 2007
Henry Logan Roth DOB:4/30/1917 DOD:4/19/2007
Henry Logan Roth, 89, passed away at home April 19, 2007, in La Quinta, Calif. Henry was born to Henry L. Roth Sr. and Margaret Lillian Roth on April 30, 1917, in Kansas City, Mo.
He attended the University of Nebraska before moving to California to begin his 50-year career with Beneficial Standard Life Insurance Company. He retired as Chairman of the Board in 1984. He served on the boards of the California Canadian Bank, The Balboa Bay Club and Mission Hills Country Club. He is listed in Who's Who in America. He was an accomplished speaker and storyteller.
He married Margaret Quisenberry on Sept. 20, 1943, in Los Angeles. They settled in Toluca Lake, Calif., to raise their children.
Henry loved the ocean and he and his family spent many years boating in Newport Beach.
He and Margaret retired to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, where they spent 15 wonderful years golfing, enjoying the beautiful sunsets and spending time with friends.
Henry served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy as a Radar Technician in the Pacific Theatre aboard submarines. He was discharged at the rank of LT. JG.
Henry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Margaret; his children, Donald Roth of La Quinta, Calif.; Susan Giglio of Fort Collins; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
During his career, Henry enjoyed helping young business professionals further their careers and realize their full potential.
Visitation will take place at 3 p.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, Calif., with a private family rosary at 4 p.m.
The funeral will take place at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in La Quinta, Calif.
Forest Lawn Cathedral City is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Scholarship America or a charity of your choice.
The Fort Collins, Colorado Coloradoan
Article published Apr 24, 2007
Ray D. Stroh
Ray D. Stroh, 90, of Loveland, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2007, at 5 p.m. at Medical Center of the Rockies.
Ray was born Oct. 16, 1916, to John K. and Anna M. (Bauer) Stroh. He was raised on the farm in Berthoud, schooled in Loveland, Berthoud and Greeley. He was in the gasoline and oil business for several years before entering the military. He joined the 8th U.S. Armed Air Force and was schooled at Nebraska University as a flight engineer and transferred to San Marcos Navigation Air Force Base where he finished training classes in 1943 before being injured and discharged from Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio.
Ray was a renowned boxer, winning the Golden Glove Championship three years in a row before turning professional. Ray retired from boxing and married Lorraine A. Bear in Comanche, Texas, on Nov. 7, 1938.
Ray became an auctioneer, traveling through the United States for Ford Motor Company and doing cattle, horse, machinery and estate sales. The auction business evolved into the real estate brokerage business and the two were combined into Stroh & Co. Realty & Auctions Inc. Ray was a charter member of the Loveland Board of Realtors, served in all the offices of the board and was named Realtor of the Year.
Ray was a member of the First United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee, Loveland Elks Lodge and served on several city committees. He retired from the Loveland Fire Department and director of the Home State Bank. He was a member of American Legion and D.A.V. Ray loved gardening, travel and helping people.
Ray's wife, Lorraine, predeceased him in death May 16, 2004, and he is survived by two sons, David Stroh and wife, Sheryl, of San Jose, Calif., Daniel G. Stroh and wife, Debbie, of Berthoud; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Cremation has been conducted. Memorial services will be t 10 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, Sixth and Grant in Loveland. Private family inurement will be in Loveland Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Larimer County Multiple Sclerosis Foundation or charity of donor's choice in care of Kibbey Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 Lincoln Ave., Loveland, Colo. 80537.
oveland FYI
Loveland, Colorado
Publish date: 4/19/2007
*Marie Elizabeth WILHELM* , 100, of Fort Collins passed away April 18,
2007.
Marie was born in Trego County, Kan., on May 24, 1906, to David and
Elisabeth Deines Jr., and was baptized at the Zion Lutheran Church, Trego Center, Kan.
Her family moved to Galatia, Kan., where she met and married Alexander
Wilhelm in 1929 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. They moved back to WaKeeney until 1942, then moved to Denver and on to Fort Collins in 1946.
Marie was a current member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and the
American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She enjoyed
traveling and music. Marie loved spending time with her
and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her brother, Paul Deines of WaKeeney, Kan., and her sisters, Rachel and Ella Fabrizius of WaKeeney, Kan. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Lauren Andrist of Fort Collins, Lynelle
Shubert of WaKeeney and Ryan Andrist of Fort Collins; and six
great-grandsons.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Alexander,
daughter LaVonne, three brothers and one sister.
There will be a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. today, April 20, at Allnutt Riverside Chapel.
A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at Trinity
Lutheran Church in Fort Collins.
There will be an interment and graveside service at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 23, at Roselawn Cemetery in Fort Collins.
Contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Organ Fund in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1530 Riverside Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80524
Please view Marie's online obituary, send condolences and sign the guest
book at www.allnutt.com.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
24 Apr 2007
Ruth Cora Batt, 94, passed away April 21, 2007, at Park View Nursing Home in Billings. She was born May 6, 1912, in Albuquerque, N.M.
Ruth married Cyrus Halverson in 1929 and they had five children: Glen (Adeline) Halverson, Reece (Gloria) Halverson, Jean (Bill) Harvey, Geraldine (Cecil) Miller and Terry Achten. In 1957, she met and married Jacob Batt. They had many friends around Billings, whom they loved to share their fresh vegetables from their large garden. Many of their grandchildren loved to raid the garden and run wild around the farm. She also loved to visit with her special friend, Peggy Wilson, and many of her 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
Ruth was preceded in death by Cyrus Halverson, Jacob Batt, Glen Halverson, Terry Achten and Jacob Chavez. She was well loved and will be missed deeply.
Per Ruth's request, there will be no public funeral, but a reception will be held at 12 noon on Friday, April 27, at the War Bonnet Inn on South 27th Street in Billings. Cremation has taken place and a private graveside will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
24 Apr 2007
LAUREL - Lydia Fox, 96, passed away at Tender Nest in Laurel, Saturday morning, April 21, 2007.
She was born in Lincoln, Neb., March 23, 1911, to George Phillip Knaub and Marie Katherine (Reil) Knaub, and baptized in the Plymouth Congregational Church in Lincoln. The family moved to Laurel, where she was confirmed in the First Congregational Church.
She married Henry H. Fox, Jr. on Jan. 20, 1929, at the First Congregational Church. From this marriage were born four children: Meriem, James, Terrance and Debby. They farmed in and around the Laurel area until their retirement in the 1970s.
Henry passed away March 21, 1989, shortly after celebrating their 60-year wedding anniversary. Lydia continued to live on the family farm for many years, raising her garden and helping her grandchildren. Lydia worked tirelessly for her church, teaching Sunday School, cooking at Church Camp, helping serve meals at Farm Sales, the annual harvest dinner, chili supper and meals for mourners at funerals. She was a member of Ladies Aid and Dorcus Society. One of her greatest joys was the fellowship of the weekly quilting circle at the Church. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren received gifts of handmade quilts and afghans from her sewing abilities. She was a 40-year member of Zidonian Chapter #50 Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include a son, James (Linda) Fox; daughter, Debby Diede; son-in-law Bill Ungefug; sister-in law Esther Frank; grandchildren Jim (Mary) Ungefug, Tom (Vonnie) Ungefug, Lissa (Scott) White, Douglas (Niki) Fox, Linette (Kent) Lanclos, Danielle (Justin) Dall, Brett Diede; and 10 great-grandchildren, Henry, Katcha, Lynda and Brenda Fox, Chelsea and Jenny White, Ariel Ungefug, Tanner Diede, Matthew and Mason Dall.
Her mother; father; seven brothers and sisters; husband; daughter, Meriem Ungefug; and son Terrance Lee Fox preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, April 26, at First Congregational Church at Laurel. Memorials are suggested to the First Congregational Church, PO Box 995, Laurel, MT 59904 or Zidonian Chapter #50 OES.
Thank you to the staff of Tender Nest for your love and care of Lydia for the past four years. Smith Funeral Chapel-Laurel was in charge of arrangements.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
24 Apr 2007
Leroy Albert "Le" Zeller passed to a heavenly home on Monday, April 16, 2007. While on vacation in Perry, Ga., with his beloved wife Shirley, Le suffered a massive stroke and heart attack. He often expressed his faith, by saying "as long as I can remember, I believed and knew Jesus is my Savior."
Memorial services for Le will be held on Friday April 27, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City, where he sang in the choir, served as an elder and congregation president. He was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Elgin, N.D., reared in Leith and was preceded in death by his parents Albert "Allie" Zeller and mother Lorentina (Rekow) Zeller.
Le graduated from ND School of Forestry and earned a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management from Utah State University, where he also lettered in baseball. His radio and television productions supporting wildlife education won multiple awards for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. He independently wrote, recorded and distributed an early radio program "Down by the Crawdad Hole." Out of this came the love of radio, TV and film production shared by sons Gregory and Aaron. Le's passions also included hunting, fishing and sports. He was a Guide and Outfitter for 28 years, a former member of MOGA and served on the Outfitters Council for State of MT. He coached youth baseball and was a MOA basketball and softball official.
Le married "the love of his life," Shirley Ann (Lavachek) on Aug. 26, 1958. Six sons, one daughter, 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter blessed this union: Gregory (Laurie), Helena, and children Nicole (Tal Conner), Courtney (great-granddaughter Maya), Gregory Scott and Samuel; Michelle (Reid Wick, Jr.), New Orleans, and son Christian; Lowell (Elizabeth), Billings, and children Adam, Joshua, Amanda (Mathers Heuck) and Michael Wertz; Kirk (Kimberly), Kennewick, Wash., and children Kyle, Kendra and Korey; Paul (Aush), Rialto, Calif.; Monte (Marlo), Grants Pass, Ore., and daughters Fallon and Shelby; Aaron of New Orleans/Berlin.
Le is also survived by his brother Deane H. Zeller, Boise, Idaho; sister and brothers-in-law Dorothy (Lavachek) and David Schwartz; Maurice (Helen), Lyle (Mary) and Keith (Judy) Lavachek along with numerous aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church "Journey of Faith" project
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
24 Apr 2007
Leroy Albert "Le" Zeller passed to a heavenly home on Monday, April 16, 2007. While on vacation in Perry, Ga., with his beloved wife Shirley, Le suffered a massive stroke and heart attack. He often expressed his faith, by saying "as long as I can remember, I believed and knew Jesus is my Savior."
Memorial services for Le will be held on Friday April 27, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles City, where he sang in the choir, served as an elder and congregation president. He was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Elgin, N.D., reared in Leith and was preceded in death by his parents Albert "Allie" Zeller and mother Lorentina (Rekow) Zeller.
Le graduated from ND School of Forestry and earned a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management from Utah State University, where he also lettered in baseball. His radio and television productions supporting wildlife education won multiple awards for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. He independently wrote, recorded and distributed an early radio program "Down by the Crawdad Hole." Out of this came the love of radio, TV and film production shared by sons Gregory and Aaron. Le's passions also included hunting, fishing and sports. He was a Guide and Outfitter for 28 years, a former member of MOGA and served on the Outfitters Council for State of MT. He coached youth baseball and was a MOA basketball and softball official.
Le married "the love of his life," Shirley Ann (Lavachek) on Aug. 26, 1958. Six sons, one daughter, 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter blessed this union: Gregory (Laurie), Helena, and children Nicole (Tal Conner), Courtney (great-granddaughter Maya), Gregory Scott and Samuel; Michelle (Reid Wick, Jr.), New Orleans, and son Christian; Lowell (Elizabeth), Billings, and children Adam, Joshua, Amanda (Mathers Heuck) and Michael Wertz; Kirk (Kimberly), Kennewick, Wash., and children Kyle, Kendra and Korey; Paul (Aush), Rialto, Calif.; Monte (Marlo), Grants Pass, Ore., and daughters Fallon and Shelby; Aaron of New Orleans/Berlin.
Le is also survived by his brother Deane H. Zeller, Boise, Idaho; sister and brothers-in-law Dorothy (Lavachek) and David Schwartz; Maurice (Helen), Lyle (Mary) and Keith (Judy) Lavachek along with numerous aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church "Journey of Faith" project
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 Apr 2007
Michael Douglas Minich, 55, of Scottsbluff, died Saturday, April 21, 2007, surrounded by his family at his home in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, at the Hemingford Congregational Church with Pastor Michael Stein officiating. Burial will be in the Hemingford Cemetery.
Memorials may be given in care of the family at 726 West 25th Street, Scottsbluff, NE 69361.
Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Michael was born Dec. 10, 1951, in Alliance to Robert Douglas and Devona C. (Christensen) Minich of Hemingford. He was married to Jill Schoolcraft in Dal-ton, Neb. in 1972. To this union two sons, Scotty and Troy were born.
In 1997 Mike and Jill were divorced.
Michael married his soul mate Melody Kay (Sinner) Fritzler Feb. 12, 2000, in Scottsbluff.
Michael worked for Pepsi before he began his employment with the City of Alliance. This was his calling as he loved the outdoors and this job gave him that. He loved to go hunting and fishing and being with friends.
After his parents passed away Mike and Mel moved to the family farm until his health required their move to Scottsbluff.
His survivors are his wife, Melody; sons, Scotty (Regina) Minich and Troy Daniel Minich of Alliance; grandchildren Rhiannon, Cody and Katelynne Minich.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 Apr 2007
BAYARD - Sharon "Toots" Nerud, 63, died Friday, April 20, 2007, at her home after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Her Funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, at the Hope Congregational Church in Bayard with Pastor Ted Meter officiating. Interment will be in the Bayard Cemetery.
A Memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice. Friends may call at the Church, Tuesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at which time the casket will be closed.
Jolliffe Funeral Home in Bridgeport is in charge of the arrangements. Her obituary may be viewed at jolliffefuneral-home.com, where condolences may left and will be forwarded to her family.
Sharon was born July 20, 1943, in Morrill County, Neb., the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Heimbuck) Miller. She received her education at the Highland Grade School and the Minatare High School. "Toots" was united in marriage to Steve Nerud, July 20, 1960. "Toots" was a hair-dresser and later opened her own beauty shop in Bayard, "Toots" Beauty Shop.
"Toots" enjoyed fishing, camping and riding horses. But she especially enjoyed her dogs and spending time in her yard.
"Toots" was a member of the Hope Congregational Church, and was a board member of the Bayard Senior Center and cooked for the center.
"Toots" would do anything for anyone and will be missed by a great many people but especially by her family.
Survivors include "Toots" mother Elizabeth Miller of Bayard; husband, Steve of Bayard; son and daughter-in-law, David and Kim Nerud of Clear Lake, S.D.; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Kurtis Feil of Lovelock, Nev.; son, Stacy Nerud of Lincoln, Neb.; son and daugh-ter-in-law, Craig and Ronnie Nerud of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; brothers, Howard Miller of Escalante, Utah, Dick Miller of Bayard, Robert Miller of Cortez, Colo.; sister, Kathy Mitchell of Crawford; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Her father and sister-in-law Jane Miller preceded her in death.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 Apr 2007
LAUREL - Harold J. Baker, of Laurel, passed away at the Billings Clinic, April 23, 2007, at the age of 88.
He was born in Wellington, Colo., on May 31, 1918, a son of Jacob Baker and Elizabeth Brenning Burnhardt. He farmed and ranched in the Yellowstone valley for many years and was later Superintendent of highways in Billings division and the surrounding areas.
Harold married Helen Brundage on March 23, 1946. Mrs. Baker died in 1991. Harold was a Western man, known for his work ethic, fairness and love of country. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include his son, Donald E. (Donna) Baker of Laurel; a sister, Elise Yost; brothers-in-law, Jack Yost and Bob Hammond; and numerous loved and respected nieces and nephews. He will be missed.
"In tears, I saw you sinking. I watched you fade away. My heart was broken, you fought so hard to stay. But when I saw you sleeping so peaceful, free from pain, I could not wish you back to suffer that again. It's lonesome here without you and sad in every way. For life is not the same for me since you were called away. It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone, for part of me went with you when God took you home."
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, April 28, in the Bullis Funeral Chapel. Interment with Masonic rites will be held in the Custer Cemetery. Bullis Mortuary of Hardin has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Victor Ehlert, 91, a resident of Meadow View Manor for the last six
years, went home to his Lord and Savior Thursday morning, April 26, 2007.
Victor was born August 2, 1915 in Sheboygan, the youngest of four boys, to Christian and Juliana (Spies) Ehlert, German-Russian immigrants.
He was a lifelong, faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church, having
been baptized, educated, confirmed, and married there.
He was a graduate of Sheboygan High School, Class of 1934.
After graduation Vic began his thirty-seven year employment with
Verifine Dairy, starting in the ice cream manufacturing division. It was there that he met the love of his life and also lifelong member of Trinity, Lillian Kunstmann. They were united in marriage on February 26, 1938 at the Trinity Church Parsonage.
During WW II, Vic proudly served his country by enlisting in the US
Navy, stationed in the Pacific Theatre aboard the USS Manatee.
After his honorable discharge, he resumed his employment at Verifine
Dairy as a milk deliveryman, semi driver, and retired in 1973 from the sales division. He then worked part time at the Sheboygan Glass Co. for seven years. He was a member of the Teamster's Local #75 – Retiree Club.
In his younger years Vic enjoyed perch fishing on the North pier. He
also took many great annual fishing trips to Canada with friends and
family. After retirement Vic and Lil often traveled to Florida and
attended many reunions with Vic's US Navy buddies. After nearly
sixty-two years of a wonderful marriage, Lillian preceded him in death on January 24, 2000.
Vic is survived by his son, Scott Ehlert of Kohler; his daughter,
Julianne Ehlert of New Holstein; his grandson, V.J. Bradley Zibung and his granddaughter, Rebecca Zibung, both of Chicago; a niece, Marion (Jack) Theune of Sheboygan; and other relatives and friends.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Henry, John, and Edward.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2007 at
Trinity Lutheran Church. Rev. Timothy J. Mech, Pastor, will officiate. A time of visitation and support will be held Sunday evening from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ballhorn Chapels and at the church Monday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Lutheran Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.
Vic's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the great
staff at Meadow View Manor for their diligence and care over the years. A special thank you to Vic's faithful friends, Jake, Sonny and John, for all those Wednesday morning visits which meant so much to him.
Vic will always be remembered for his great sense of humor, his quick
wit, and strength of character. His loyalty to his wife through the
years served as an example of the true meaning of love. He was an
inspiration to his family and the values he instilled in his
grandchildren will guide their lives forever. He will be deeply missed by all those who loved him.
email condolences to support@ballhornchapels.com
The Sheboygan Press
April 28, 2007
Phillip's wife was Peggy Lee Klosterman d.o. Walter H and Eleaner L.
ZAHN Klosterman per church records.
Phillip J. Sprengel, 57, of 1512 S. 12th Street, died Monday morning,
April 30, 2007 at Meadow View Manor Nursing Home where he had been the
past three weeks.
Born January 21, 1950 in Sheboygan, Phil was the son of Carol Barthel
Sprengel and the late John "Jack" Sprengel. He attended area grade
schools and graduated from North High School. Phillip then went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969.
Phil was the owner and operator of Sprengel's Sole and Heel for 25
years. He previously worked for the Jung Shoe Company. He enjoyed
golfing, trap shooting, and playing cribbage.
He is survived by his daughter, Tara and Mark Wagner, Sheboygan Falls; grandchildren, Tia, Alex, and Brett Wagner, Sheboygan Falls; his mother, Carol Sprengel, Sheboygan Falls; his brother, Richard Sprengel and his
special friend, Jeanine Mannchen, Sheboygan; sisters, Linda and Stanley Andre, and Marti Trost, both of Sheboygan Falls, Patti and Tim Kopf, Sheboygan, and Christine and Terry Barchacky, Sheboygan Falls; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jack.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Condolences may be emailed to the family at
phillipsprengel@lippertfuneralhome.com.
The Lippert-Olson Funeral Home has been entrusted with Phillip's
arrangements.
The Sheboygan Press
May 01, 2007
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
3 May 2007
Gus Engstrom, 94, of Gering, passed from this life on Monday, April 30, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 3, at St. John's Lutheran Church, 23rd and Broadway, Scottsbluff with Rev. Jeffrey Grams officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery.
Memorials have been established to St. John's Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice.
Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday.
Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com.
Gus was born to Gustav A. and Mollie (Margheim) Engstrom Oct. 24, 1912, in Mitchell. Gus never really got to know his father as he passed away when he was a very young child. Gus' mother remarried Fred Ott Sr. and through this union Gus obtained three brothers, Fred Ott Jr., George Ott, and Bill Ott and two sisters, Irene and Betty.
He loved the land and his early career choice was to be a farmhand and then later after he met the love of his life, to farm on his own. He met and later married Mollie Schwartz of Scottsbluff Nov. 25, 1934. To this union were born three sons, Johnny, Tommy, and Billy Engstrom.
Gus retired from the farm in 1953, and began working for Lockwood Corporation. He retired from there after 19 years. Still wanting to keep busy, he then went to work for his two younger sons, Tom and Bill at Engstrom Fertilizer and Chemical Company. In 1988, at the age of 76, he finally retired for the last time.
Survivors include his sons, John G. (Ann) Engstrom, Tom E. (JoAnn) Engstorm of Gering and Bill C. (Harlean) Engstrom of Rapid City, S.D.; brother, George (Pauline) Ott of Scottsbluff; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death in 1988, was his wife of 63 years, Mollie; a daughter, two brothers, two sis-ters, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Fort Morgan Times
Fort Morgan, Colorado
05-03-2007
Marvin E. Teter, 64, a former Hillrose resident, died April 25 at his home in Broomfield.
Teter was born Dec. 26, 1942, in Brush to Elliott and Florence (Lebsock) Teter. He attended Hillrose School before moving to Littleton, where he graduated. He married Lydia Hernandez Dec. 30, 1961. He served in the U.S. Army from 1961-1964. After his ischarge, he was the manager for Beneficial Finance and owned several restaurants and lounges in the
Denver area. The last 25 years he was in gold mining and owned the D.S. Mine Development in Dolan Springs, Ariz.
He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW.
Teter is survived by his wife, Lydia, and son, Derek Teter, both of Broomfield; daughters, Sheree Goetz of Westminster and Cindy Maul of Erie; a brother, Melvin Teter, and sisters, Helen Emhovick and Patricia Manning, all of Brush, and Barbara Sapp of Nebraska; and four
granddaughters.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, William and Bobby.
Services were held Monday at the Arvada Methodist Church.
Rundus Funeral Home of Broomfield was in charge of the arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
3 May 2007
SIDNEY - Martha Schnell 90 years, 2 months and 12 days, died Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at the Golden Living Center in Sidney.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 4, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sidney with Pastor Bradley Heinecke officiating. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery.
Friends may stop at the Gehrig-Stitt Chapel on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Memorial contributions are to the family's choice.
Gehrig-Stitt Chapel & Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.
Martha (Burbach) Schnell was born Feb. 19, 1917, in Scottsbluff, the daughter of Henry and Pauline (Wassemiller) Burbach. On February 11, 1934 she was united in marriage to Conrad P. Schnell at Scottsbluff. The family lived and farmed in the Scottsbluff and Minatare area until moving to Sidney in 1940. They moved to Alliance in 1945. While living in Alliance she taught Bible Class and Sunday School for both Pastor Meyer and Pastor Huber at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. They moved to the Sidney area in 1955. Following a short time in California and Washington, they moved back to Sidney in 1960.
Martha worked at the Memorial Hospital for 25 years as both a floor nurse and circulating nurse in surgery. She retired from the Hospital in 1982. Following her husband's death in 1991, Martha became involved in the Foster Grandparent Program and worked at South School until 2004 when she retired from the School Program. During her time at South, she gained many 'grandchildren'.
Martha is survived by her daughters, Shirley Schnell of Gering, Gladys Lancaster of Bayard and Kathryn Patterson and husband Art of Rapid City, S.D.; brother, Kenneth of Great Falls, Va.; sisters, Elsie Zitterkopf of Bayard, Freda Dalton of Toppenish, Wash., Lucille Campbell of Yakima, Wash., Dorothy Pearson of Vancouver, Wash. and Beverly Nicoli also of Yakima; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
Her husband of 57 years; her parents; sisters, Ruth Dalton, Millie Heilbrun and Edna Burbach; brother, Herman and grandson, Sam Patterson, preceded Martha in death.
Reinhold W. Fritz s.o. Julia Yurk Jurk Hettinger Kummer Albers Rusch
Hoppe Schreiber
Reinhold W. Fritz, age 78 of Aurora, CO passed away April 25th, 2007.
He was born on December 28, 1928 in Sheboygan, WI, the son of the late
Reinhold and Julia (Yurk) Fritz.
Reinhold was a 1946 graduate of Central High School in Sheboygan and a veteran of the United States Navy.
On February 3, 1951, Reinhold married Carol Hettinger at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.
He was employed at Kohler Company and later moved to Manitowoc where he worked in the inspection department at Manitowoc Engineering Company.
In 1977 Reinhold moved to Aurora, CO where he retired as Quality
assurance Manager for General Cable Company in 1991. After a period of
retirement in Mesa, AZ, Reinhold and Carol moved back to Colorado in 2000.
He is Survived by his wife Carol, his two sons David Fritz (fiancé Cindy Johnson) and John (Kim) Fritz, son-in-law Robert Sucese and five grand children, Michel Sucese (fiancé Amber Perez), David Sucese (companion Melissa Johnson), Cheryl Sucese, Stephen Fritz, Sarah Fritz and Jessica (daughter of Cindy Johnson).
Reinhold is also survived by two sisters, Lois Kummer of Plymouth, WI and Jean (Gerald) Albers of Bloomington, IN, sister–in-law Geraldine Rusch of Sheboygan and nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Reinhold was preceded in Death by two daughters, Susan Fritz and Barbara (Fritz) Sucese, two sisters Esther Hoppe and Ruth Schreiber.
A memorial service for Reinhold will be held on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at 6:00 pm at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 17700 E. Iliff Avenue, Aurora, CO. with Rev, Mark Voss officiating. A private Inurnment service will be held at Fort Logan Cemetery, Denver, CO. at a later date.
A memorial has been established in Reinhold's name and may be directed
toward Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.
The Sheboygan Press
May 03, 2007
Casper Star Tribune
Casper, WY
3 May 2007
CASPER -- Funeral services for Dorothy Jean Hall, 75, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2007, at Bustard Funeral Home by Pastor Mike Cooper of College Heights Baptist Church. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Riverton with graveside services at 3:30 p.m. Friday.
She died May 2, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home.
She was born Jan. 8, 1932, in Scottsbluff, Neb., the daughter of Jacob and Mollie (Wagner) Wise. She graduated from Riverton High School in 1950.
On July 9, 1950, she married Burl Hall in Riverton and they were later divorced.
She enjoyed reading, late-night radio and day trips. As a young girl, she loved spending summers on the Schrinar family farm north of Riverton.
Survivors include three sons and their wives, Ron Hall , Tom Hall and Marty Hall; one daughter, Mollie DeVore and her husband, all of Casper; 10 grandchildren and one not yet born and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mollie Cloer of Riverton and her only sibling, Albert.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601 or Special Olympics Wyoming, 350 West "A" St., Ste. 101, Casper, 82601. They may also be left at Bustard's.
Herr and Jolliffe Mortuary
Fort Morgan, Colorado
05-04-2007
FRED D. “ACE” WEIMER, 89, former Fort Morgan resident, died Wednesday afternoon, May 2, 2007 in Highlands Ranch.
He was born December 31, 1917 in Brush to Fred & Marie (Kembel) Weimer. He attended public schools in Fort Morgan. Weimer served in the US Army during WWII where he was stationed in the South Pacific. He married Leah Schlothauer on November 11, 1945 in Fort Morgan. He farmed for the majority of his life, was a successful car salesman, and was an insurance agent and district manager for National Farmers Union Insurance Company.
Mr. Weimer is survived by one son, Ron Weimer of Highlands Ranch, CO; one daughter, Karen Barwick of Hazen, ND; three sisters, Lydia Meyer of Brush, CO, Caroline Browne of Washington D.C., and Ruth Anderson of San Diego, CA; three brothers, Sam Weimer of Denver, and Reinhart Weimer and Harry Weimer, both of Fort Morgan; and 5 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Leah Weimer; one brother, Reuben Weimer; and two sisters, Marie Weimer and Martha Stark.
Visitation will be Monday, May 7th from 4 – 8 PM at the Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 8th at 10:30 AM at the Immanuel Evangelical Church in Fort Morgan with Pastor Bob Tolson officiating. Interment will be in Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan with Military Honors by the VFW Post 2551.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan is in charge of arrangements.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
5 May 2007
POWELL, Wyo. - Zern Arthur Richendifer, of Powell, died Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at the Veterans Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was 65.
He was born April 6, 1942, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to Elwyn H. and Jessie Louise (Steiner) Richendifer. He graduated from Converse County High School in Douglas in 1960 and enlisted in the U.S. Army.
Zern and Carol Lynn Drennen were married in Douglas on Sept. 1, 1963. To this union were born three children: sons Jeff and Mike, and daughter Deb.
The family moved to Powell in 1975 to purchase the Culligan water softening franchise. Zern later became a fixture in automotive sales in Powell and operated his own automobile sales business after many years as a salesman for local dealerships.
He was a member of the Elks and a past Elk of the Year in the Powell Lodge 2303. He was a longtime member of the Powell Fire Department, and his hobbies included fishing, boating, hunting, camping and four-wheeling.
He is survived by his mother Jessie of Douglas; his wife, Carol of Powell; sons Jeff (Kristen) of Port Orchard, Wash., Mike (Erika) of Bonney Lake, Wash., and daughter Deb (Nevin) Jacobs of Powell; six grandchildren; brothers Jim (Kerri) of Kaycee, and Ken (Linda) of Riverton.
He was preceded in death by his father, Elwyn, in 2000, and his grandson, Ryan Turner Jacobs, in 1986.
Funeral services in Powell will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, at Union Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Jarrell Tharp officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Jeff Richendifer, Mike Richendifer, Nevin Jacobs, Jim Richendifer, Greg Richendifer, Andy Jacobs, Eric Jacobs, Nickolas Richendifer and Jackson Zern Richendifer.
Services will also be held in Douglas on Tuesday, May 8, 1 p.m., at the Congregational Church with Carol Prochaska officiating. Burial will be in the Douglas Park Cemetery.
Thompson Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
7 May 2007
Our special mother and dear grandmother, Adeline "Addy" Schafer, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, May 5, 2007, of Alzheimers and cancer.
She was born March, 5, 1934, in Belfield, N.D., and was the youngest of three children. She graduated from Billings Central High School. She married Michael A. Schafer, the love of her life, in August, 1953, and was married to him until his passing in December, 1992.
Addy worked for the public school system driving school bus for many years. Later she worked at the Yellowstone County Detention Center in the commissary helping to keep those inmates in line
Her favorite pastimes were spending time with her kids and grandchildren. She loved to dance, travel and enjoyed time at the casinos pushing buttons and having a beer.
During her later years she faced many challenges, the loss of her husband, her brother Vic, her sister Jean and the onset of Alzheimers and cancer.
She is survived by her children Jim (Renae), Dan, Karen (Gerard) Heffner, Sandy and Carol (Vince) McCowin. She has 10 grandchildren, D. Paul, Doug, Chris, Tanya, Patty, Tyler, Jonathan, Angie (carrying the first great-grandchild), Ashlee and Ali.
Mom, you will truly be missed by all your friends and family, and dad is ready to enjoy the beginning of many dances with you. We are grateful you are now at peace, no more suffering and are in the arms of our Lord in Heaven. A special "thank you" to the staff of Moorberg Cottage, especially Nancy, Faith and Vicki. Also, the Autumn Care staff, Big Sky Hospice and Rocky Mountain Hospice.
A vigil service will take place at Dahl Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, May 8, at 7 p.m. Memorial services will be held at Holy Rosary Church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery with a luncheon to follow.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
9 May 2007
Frieda E. Prester, 85, of Gering, formerly of Mitchell, died Friday, May 4, 2007, at Heritage Estates in Gering.
Memorial Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 11, at The Federated Churches in Mitchell, with Dr. Charles H. Richardson officiating. At her request, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jan Hanson Memorial Scholarship, c/o Pinnacle Bank, 1511 Broadway, Mitchell, Nebraska, 69357. Jones Mortuary in Mitchell is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences may be e-mailed to the family at jonesmor@charterinternet.com.
Frieda was born Nov. 1, 1921, in Alliance, Neb. to Jacob and Anna (Reichel) Hamburg. She married Walter Prester March 2, 1941, in Scottsbluff. To this marriage two daughters were born, Jan and Judy. The couple lived and farmed near Minatare for sixteen years before moving to the Mitchell area in 1957. Frieda worked side by side with Walter on the farm until retiring in 1984.
Frieda loved cooking, sewing, doing puzzles and playing games, especially Scrabble, but her greatest joy was her family and her friends. She was proud that she had sewn over 300 quilts.
She is survived by her daughter Judy of Highlands Ranch, Colo., grandsons, Jon Hanson and his friend Lesley and son Colton of Ft. Collins, Colo., and Jeff Hanson and his wife Tami of Minden, Neb.; great-grandson, Ethan Hanson and great-granddaughter, Ryleigh Hanson, both of Minden, Neb., son-in-law, Jim Hanson and his wife Nancy of Mitchell and a sister Lillian Potter of Creighton, Neb.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Walter; daughter, Jan Hanson; sisters, Rachel Welsch, Leah Kukas, Helen Ott and brother, Jake Hamburg.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
9 May 2007
Lorraine M. Haas, 77, of Billings, died Monday, May 7, 2007, at Laurel Evergreen Nursing Home.
The daughter of John and Beatrice Haas, Lorraine was born March 14, 1930, in Hebron, N.D.
She is survived by her sisters, Frieda Johnson and her family of Laurel and Esther Haas of Billings.
The family would like to thank the staff at Laurel Evergreen Nursing Home, Big Sky Hospice and the Medical staff for the loving care Lorraine received.
Graveside services will be 9 a.m. Thursday, May 10, at Mountview Cemetery.
Michelotti-Sawyers Mortuary has charge of arrangements.
Moser Funeral Home
Greeley, Colorado
05-09-2007
Elvina Flot
(January 1, 1921 - May 7, 2007)
Elvina Flot
Elvina Flot, 86, of LaSalle, Colorado, died on Monday, May 7, 2007 at the Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley.
She was born on January 1, 1921 in Kersey, Colorado to Henry and Katherine (Lesser) Stroh. Her family farmed in the Kersey-Gill areas where she attended the Valley View School.
Elvina married George Flot on November 22, 1938 in Greeley. The couple farmed in the Gill area until moving to LaSalle in 1952.
She worked at U.N.C. retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Paul’s Congregational Church. She loved sewing, crocheting and gardening.
Survivors include her husband, George Flot of LaSalle; 2 daughters and their husbands, Shirley & Bill Dundas of Loveland, Colorado and Terri & George Kauffman of Castle Rock, Colorado; 2 sons and their wives, Eugene & Delores Flot of LaSalle and Gary & Cathy Flot of Greeley; 8 grandchildren, Lori Kochel, Scott Kendrick, Shelly Flot, Troy Flot, Brent Flot, Lynn Buxman, Justin Kauffman and Kim Edstrom; 11 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Gerri Weber and Diana Kutcher both of Greeley and a brother, Raymond Stroh of Greeley. She is preceded in death by her parents; a son, Ronald Eugene Flot; 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
A memorial service to celebrate Elvina’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 14, 2007 at the Moser Funeral Service Chapel, 3501 S. 11th Avenue with a reception to follow at the funeral home.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Alzheimer’s Associaton in care of Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Elsie Beresprung b 1897 d.o. Christ Beresprung and Berta GOTH m 19 Aug
1916 Christian Schadt in Ebenezer, St Clair St, Sheboygan. Christian was the son of Christian and Katharina per chuch records.
Shirley A. Kuester, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and
sister, age 72 of Settlement Court, formerly of Carmen Avenue, passed
away Monday afternoon, May 7, 2007 at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa.
Born April 27, 1935 in Sheboygan, Shirley was a daughter of the late
Frank and Elvira Behrensprung Baumert. She attended area grade schools and graduated from North High School.
In 1952, she married Richard Giersch. He preceded her in death on January 2, 1982. In 1985, she married William Jurss who preceded her in death on June 3, 1992. On October 18, 1993, she was united in marriage to George J. Kuester who preceded her in death on November 9, 2006.
Shirley and her husband, Richard, owned and operated Auburn Lake Resort from 1971 until 1980. She then worked at McDonald's as a hostess, at Walmart as a sales associate, and most recently as a volunteer grandparent for the Sheboygan Area School District.
She attended St. Peter Clavier Catholic Church. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and making floral arrangements, was an excellent cook, and was a gifted artist. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with children.
She is survived by her daughters, Deborah (Mark) Schmidling, Franklin,Pamela (Jerome) Kuehl and Paula Schultz, both of Campbellsport, and Donna (Bill) Ney, Two Rivers; 7 grandchildren, Eric and Jeffrey Schmidling, both of Milwaukee, Stacey Schultz, Kewaskum, Michael
Schultz, Lomira, Justin Kuehl, Campbellsport, Mellissa (Justin) Hogan,
Minneapolis, MN, and Paul Solin, Manitowoc; one great grandson, Austin Ksioszk, Fredonia; her sister, Barbara (Peter) Sagal and her brother, Frank (Cathy) Baumert, both of Sheboygan; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Shirley will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 11, 2007 at the Lippert-Olson Funeral Home, 1132 Superior Avenue. Father Michael Dineen will officiate. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Friday from 3:30 p.m. until the time of service.
Following cremation, inurnment will take place in Calvary Cemetery.
A memorial fund has been established in her name for Hospice programs.
Condolences may be emailed to the family at
shirleykuester@lippertfuneralhome.com.
The Lippert-Olson Funeral Home has been entrusted with Shirley's
arrangements.
The Sheboygan Press
May 09, 2007
Scottsbluff Star-Herald
Scottsbluff, NE
10 May 2--7
BAYARD - Frieda G. Hoffmann went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 7, 2007, at the age of 104. She passed away in her home at the Chimney Rock Villa Assisted Living in Bayard.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 11, at the Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Bayard with Pastor Dan Zitterkopf officiating. Inurnment will be in the Orange Park Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla. at a later date.
Memorials may be sent in her name to a charity of your choice. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.
Frieda was born Jan. 23, 1903, in Koenigsberg, East Prussia, Germany. She lived there until her marriage to Fritz Hoffmann and then moved to Insterburg, Germany, and later to Berlin. Frieda experienced many interesting and historical events during her long life; she even preformed at the 1936 Summer Olympic Games! She lived in Berlin during World War II, and then immigrated to the United States in 1954, living initially in Tampa, Fla. She taught herself English as she took care of her younger daughter and her family. Her daughter had suffered a stroke shortly after the birth of her second child. The next year Frieda and the family moved to Columbus, Ga. where she received employment at a country club.
In 1964, she and the family moved to McGrew, Neb., and five years later they relocated to Bayard and eventually to Scottsbluff.
Due to Frieda's strong German accent she couldn't find secretarial work and instead worked in food preparation in various places including the Elks Club and Hiram Scott College. Several years later she moved with her daughter to Jacksonville, Fla. where she was a member of the Murray Hill Presbyterian Church.
In 2002, she moved back to Bayard and into assisted living. Frieda loved company and enjoyed seeing her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved singing hymns, playing cards, knitting, and telling stories of her youth and her life in Germany.
Survivors include her daughter, Elfriede Martin of Gering; grandchildren, Elaine (Steve) Barber of Jacksonville, Fla., Mike (Cleo) Wooten of Lincoln, Carla (Gary) Gregg of Ainsworth, Kelly Martin of Wichita, Kan., Allen (Maria) Martin of Albuquerque, N.M. and Marci (Marvin) Howard of McGrew; 13 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; her younger daughter, Irmgard Wooten; two brothers; and six sisters.
Frieda's determination, sense of humor, and zeal for life kept her happy and active throughout her life. Frieda will be missed by those who knew her. She was an inspiration to us all.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/9/2007 - 5/11/2007.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
10 May 2007
Charles Harvey Gross, 70, of Billings, formerly of Edgar, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2007, at Billings Clinic, of natural causes.
The son of Mike and Leah Gross, he lived at Edgar until he moved into Billings with his mom and dad. He became a resident of St. John's Lutheran Ministries in December of 1998.
Preceding him in death are his dad, Mike Gross and his brother, Mike Gerald Gross. Surviving him are his mother, Leah A. Gross of Billings; and sisters, Eleanor M. Gradwohl of Laurel and Connie R. Schuman of Billings; and a niece, Renita Weidler, also of Laurel; his two nephews, Lt. Col. Douglas Gradwohl of Iraq and Shawn D. Schuman of Billings.
Viewing will be at Cremation or Funeral Gallery from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 11. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at St. Johns Ocee Chapel. Burial will follow at Rockvale Cemetery.
We would like to thank St. Johns for the wonderful care given to him. He was well liked by the staff.
Donations may be made to St. Johns or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/10/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
11 May 2007
LYMAN - Robert "Bob" Allen Johnson, 58, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, surrounded by family.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 11, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Lyman with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Interment will be at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Morrill.
Friends who wish may call at the Jones Mortuary Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, and at the funeral.
A memorial has been established to the Lyman Fire Department.
Bob was born in the midst of the '49 blizzard on March 2, at Scottsbluff to Bill D. and Ruth (Meininger) Johnson. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1967 and worked as an auto mechanic at Arnie Jay's Rambler and Covello Chevrolet before returning to farming. He married Gayle Coffee on Sept. 13, 1969, in Torrington, Wyo. He farmed in the Lyman area all of his life, including farming with his Dad until his death in 1995, and was currently involved in farming with his son Mark.
He was a member and past board member of the church, and was active in the community, being a good neighbor and friend to all who knew him. Bob had a great passion for life, his family and grandchildren. He loved building and restoring automobiles, and hunting for arrowheads. If you ever met Bob, you were a friend for life.
He is survived by his wife Gayle of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Robin and David Davis of Scottsbluff; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Karey Johnson of Lyman; granddaughters, Samantha and Jessica Davis of Scottsbluff; grandsons, Michael and Cody Johnson of Lyman; mother, Ruth Johnson of Lyman; sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Ron Miller of Torrington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Bob Childs of Tor-rington; nephews, Corey and Brian Childs, and Doug Miller; nieces, Kim Stokes and Lisa Spears; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
His father, and in-laws Robert and Barbara Coffee preceded him in death.
Scootsbluff Star-Herald
Scottsbluff, NE
13 May 2007
Elsie Iva (Lorenz) Gibson, 91, of Scottsbluff, formally of Hemet, Calif., died in her home May 10, 2007.
She requested to be cremated and no formal service be held. Anyone wishing to give a memorial in her name, please make your gift to Prairie Haven Hospice.
Elsie was born March 31, 1916, in Elmwood, Neb. to Raymond Ralph and Lula (Blankenship) Lorenz. She grew up and lived in eastern Nebraska for many years before moving to California where she resided until last year. Elsie loved playing cards and having her family and friends around her.
Survivors include her sister, Doris Genzlinger of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews.
Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Joe, sisters Edith and Helen and her parents.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/12/2007 - 5/14/2007.
Amarillo Globe-News
Amarillo, Texas
05-13-2007
LIPSCOMB - Valentine Schoenhals, 94, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, in
Shattuck, Okla.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Locust Grove Baptist Church in
the Locust Grove community, west of Lipscomb, with Don McElroy, pastor,
officiating. Burial will be in Lipscomb Cemetery by Mason Funeral Home
of Shattuck.
Mrs. Schoenhals was married to Victor Schoenhals in Arnett, Okla., by
Judge Alvis Prisnell. Together they lived with their three children on
the family farm in Lipscomb County.
Survivors include a son, Gary Wayne Schoenhals of Broken Arrow, Okla.;
and four grandchildren.
Amarillo Globe-News, May 13, 2007
Steven Carl Schlothauer
STEVEN CARL SCHLOTHAUER, 58, of Fort Morgan, died Sunday afternoon, May
13, 2007.
He was born March 11, 1949 in Fort Morgan to Carl & Lucille (Lebsock)
Schlothauer.
He married Elaine Earll in Fort Morgan.
He was a member of Christ Congregational Church in Fort Morgan.
Schlothauer was an avid area farmer. He enjoyed water skiing and snow
skiing.
He is survived by his wife Elaine Schlothauer and his son Shane
Schlothauer, both of Fort Morgan; and his sister, Caryl Nicholson of
Morrison, CO.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jerry Schlothauer.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2007 at 10:30 AM at the Christ
Congregational Church in Fort Morgan.Interment will follow in Memory
Gardens in Fort Morgan. At the family's request, friends should dress
casual (blue jeans).
Memorials may be made to the Christ Congregational Church. The Heer &
Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan is in charge of arrangements.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
15 May 2007
MITCHELL - Gary Reichert, 45, passed away May 11, 2007 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday May 17, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with the Pastor Nancy Tomlinson officiating. According to his wishes cremation has occurred.
A memorial has been established to The Dream Foundation. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements.
Gary was born June 23, 1961, in Scottsbluff to Fred and Sandra Reichert. He grew up in Scottsbluff and graduated from the Scottsbluff High School in 1979. He married Tami Reifschneider in 1982. He began work for Tallmon Jewelers in 1978 in Scottsbluff where he became a master Jeweler. In 1985 Gary his wife Tami and brother Fred opened Reichert Jewelers in Monument Mall and later Monument Jewelers.
In 2002 Gary and wife Tami - opened Reichert's of Ogallala and in 2004 G & T Reichert's Fine Jewelry and Gifts located downtown Scottsbluff - which Gary and Tami continue to operate up until the time of his death.
Gary loved his craft and his customers and created thousands of custom designs for them over the years.
Gary loved the outdoors ? hunting and fishing with friends and scuba diving when he could. Spending time at his cabin at Lake McConaughy. He loved to travel and inspite of his illness he took many special trips in the last year.
His family and friends will sadly miss Gary.
Survivors include his wife, Tami; daughter, Tiffany Muhr (Andy); son, Kourtland of Scottsbluff ? mother Sandra Reichert; brothers, Fred and Terry Reichert of Scottsbluff and Sister Tammy Weigel (Bob) of Morrill and numerous nieces, nephews.
Preceding him in death was his father, Fred Reichert and father-in-law, Henry H. Reifschneider.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-15-2007
Tribute: Drucilla Ann (Bernhardt) Dye was born in Windsor. She was known as "Dru" to her friends and as "Annie" to her family. She was confirmed in 1959 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1962 and later graduated from Xray Technician College in Greeley in 1964. She attended ongoing classes for her field from then on.
Mrs. Dye was very proficient in xray, mammography, CAT Scan and medical transcription of doctor's notes. She moved to and lived in Brighton since 1974. She has worked in the Medical field since 1964, having worked last at Presbyterian Saint Luke's Hospital.
She was an avid collector of dolls, cook books, cooking implements and glassware. She had a lifelong enjoyment of playing the piano and soloing. She loved to cook and was very good at it. She would try to come up with many new recipes. Her paintings are hanging in many of her relations' homes. Her green thumb served her well with raising plants of all kinds. She even got an Aloe Vera to blossom. Her ongoing love for cats and dogs helped the animal shelter many times, and she said she was the one who benefited.
She was married to Melvin Dye in 1963. They later divorced and he preceded her in death.
Mrs. Dye died Friday at Hospice in McKee Medical Center in Loveland.
Survivors: Parents, Victor A. and Leona (Becker) Bernhardt; brother, Timothy A. Bernhardt; daughter, Vickie Jo Mullin; grandsons, Nathan Allen Dye and Grandson Zachary Farrar.
Preceded in death by: Her ex-husband, Melvin; and her son, Jerry Dye, who passed away in 1965.
Memorial service: 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor.
Note: Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Cancer Society for Cancer research or Hospice in care of Marks Funeral and Cremation Service, 9293 Eastman Park Dr., Windsor, CO 80550.
Sterling, Colorado
Journal Advocate
05-16-2007
Esther Elna Schultz
Feb. 2, 1919 - May 12, 2007
Esther Elna Schultz, 88, of Fort Collins, and formerly of Sterling, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2007, in Fort Collins after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at Chaney-Reager, with the Rev. Dan Holsten officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery.
Esther was born on Feb. 2, 1919, in Blue Hill, Neb., the daughter of Theodore and Matilda Werschke. She attended school in Wylie, and worked as a sales clerk in a variety of stores before beginning her career as a cook at Sterling Junior High and Sterling High School, where she worked from 1972 until her retirement in 1989.
On March 25, 1938, Esther married Conrad Lapp, in Fort Morgan. Conrad drowned in a boating accident in Greeley in 1940, leaving Esther to raise her young son, Leland Lapp, by herself for many years.
On July 4, 1946, she married Emil Schultz in Oberlin, Kan.
Esther enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, her finches, eating popcorn and playing board games with her friends every Saturday, baking and hosting missionaries from her church.
She was a resident of Blue Grouse Health Care Center in Fort Collins for several years.
Esther is survived by her grandchildren, Dena Lapp-Phillips and her husband, Wes of Oklahoma City, Leland Lapp Jr. and his wife Tracy of Fort Collins, and Jessica and Nicole Bowey of Virginia Beach, Va.; her great-grandchildren, Jamie and Jacob Lapp of Fort Collins; and brothers, Eric and Ewald Werschke.
She was preceded in death by her son, Leland Lapp; her first husband, Conrad Lapp; her second husband, Emil Schultz; her parents; her sisters, Elsie, Ella and Emma; and brothers, Jonathan, Ervin and Elmer.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Berean Church in Sterling.
cottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
16 May 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Charles H. "Chuck" Anderson, 89, died at Community Hospital Sunday May 13, 2007.
Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 19, at the United Methodist Church with Reverend Ora Dailey officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to the United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com
Chuck was born May 7, 1918 in Eustis, Neb. the son of Clarence and Alma (Huckfeldt) Anderson. He moved with his family to Cambridge, Neb. and then to Veteran, Wyo. where he graduated high school. He farmed with his father until 1940 when he entered the Army Air Corps. He was discharged in 1945 and farmed for himself in Veteran until 1948 when he went to work for Service Pipeline where he worked until 1958. Chuck married Mary Gingles in Fairbury, Neb. Dec. 17, 1960. He then went to work for the Torrington Post Office and was there until he retired in 1980.
He was a member of the Travis Snow Post #5 of the American Legion and the Paul A Johnston Post 2918 of the VFW.
Survivors include his stepsons, John Gingles and his wife Cindy of Vienna, Va., James Gingles and his wife Ann of Stevens Point, Wis., and Joe Gingles and his wife Patricia of Story, Wyo.; brothers, C.J. "Junior" Anderson of Green Valley, Ariz., Bill Anderson of Torrington, Kenneth Anderson and his wife Carol of Modesto, Calif., and Edward Anderson and his wife Loretta of Sun City West, Ariz.; sister, Donna Bolger and her husband Harold of Casper, Wyo.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
His parents, his wife, and four brothers preceded him in death.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
17 May 2007
LAUREL - Ronald Dale Fox, 63, of Laurel, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, May 15, 2007.
Ron was born Feb. 2, 1944, to Henry and Rose Fox. He graduated from Laurel High School in 1962. Ron joined the Air Force in 1964 and served four years during the Vietnam War.
Ron's passion in life was farming. Though he never had a wife, he often said he was married to the farm. Ron enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with family. He was the president of the Laurel Men's Bowling Association for many years. In fact, he bowled the state tournament in Butte just this past weekend.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jon. Ron is survived by brothers Larry (Eileen), Randy (Sue), Terry (Dodie), and sister-in-law Laura, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
The family will never forget the care he gave to grandma in her final years. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2 p.m., at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Burial with full military honors at the Laurel Cemetery will follow the service. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the funeral chapel.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
17 May 2007
THORNTON, Colo. - Dennis Edward Schmanke, 48, of Thornton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. He was born March 20, 1959, in Junction City, Kan., to Arthur Edward and Norma Jean (Sutter) Schmanke.
He was a single parent to Haleigh Grace Schmanke, age 12, and Wyatt Arthur Schmanke, age 9, of the home.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur and Norma Schmanke of Meeteetse, Wyo.; a brother-in-law, Thomas Edd Howard of Kearney, Neb.; grandparents Walter and Nancy (Davidson) Sutter of White City, Kan.; and Edward and Laura (Campbell) Schmanke of Alma, Kan.
In addition to his children, he is survived by a sister, Artys Jean (John) Miller of Tiffin, Ohio; sister, Lindy Kay (Randy) Richard of Adrian, Mich.; sister, Sibyl Bell (Jim) Schug of Laurel, Mont.; nephew Steven (Lisa) Smith of Tiffin; a great-nephew, Cody Smith of Tiffin; nephew, Tom Howard of Adrian; a niece, Diane (Mike) Foos; a great-nephew, Robert Foos; a great-niece, Olivia Foos of El Dorado, Calif.; a nephew, Arthur "Drew" Schug of Belgrade, Mont.; niece Whitney Schug of Laurel; sister-in-law, Robyn Merkel of Denver; and many other relatives in the Kansas area.
Dennis grew up in the White City area. He moved with his parents to Meeteetse in his early years.
Dennis served in the Navy. He drove semi trucks and later became an auto mechanic and customized to vehicles and Harley motorcycles. He built and rebuilt many machines for friends in his spare time, on occasion making house calls for stranded college students and their vehicles. His words were: "if you're going to drive this old of a vehicle, you gotta get some tools and keep them with you."
Dennis was completely and totally dedicated to his children, Haleigh and Wyatt, raising them by himself when Wyatt was but an infant. He loved the Broncos and living in the mountains. He was the most wonderful daddy.
He was the kind of friend that you could count on. If you acquired his friendship, you had it for life. His quick smile and willingness to laugh at himself was infectious. A gentle giant with a keen sense of humor.
A private memorial for family will be held in Denver.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Dennis to his children Haleigh and Wyatt. If you wish to send a memorial, they may be sent to Memorial for Haleigh Schmanke and Wyatt Schmanke, c/o Sibyl Schug, Avanta Federal Credit Union, 3212 Central Ave., Billings, MT 59102.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/17/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
18 May 2007
OMAHA - Fred W. Schneider Sr., 77, formerly of Scottsbluff has passed away.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 17, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Omaha.
Arrangements are by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific St. Chapel, 14151 Pacific St., Omaha, NE. 68154
Survivors include his wife, Jean Schneider of Omaha; children and spouses, Debbie and Ed Laugesen of Orlando, Fla., Michael and Laurie Schneider of Omaha, Mark Schneider of Kansas City, Mo., F. William Schneider and friend, Diana Schuman of Belgrade, Neb.; grandchildren, DeDe Collins, Nick Fugal, Amanda, Kristine and Eric Schneider; great-grandchildren, Jamie and Elizabeth Collins; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Dixie Schneider of Glendora, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Lelia Schneider.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
18 May 2007
Dean Martin Glandt, 73, of Cheyenne died Thursday at Davis Hospice Center.
He was born Dec. 8, 1933, in Lusk and had lived here since 1970 with prior residence in Lusk.
Mr. Glandt was a surveyor and designer for the Wyoming Highway Department.
He was a member of the Wyoming Employees Association, an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and sponsor of Lutheran Hour.
He enjoyed gardening, and hunting, fishing, and camping.
Dean is survived by his wife, Myrtle “Davenne” Glandt of Cheyenne, whom he married on Sept. 18, 1955, in Lusk; a son, Matthew Glandt of Mississippi; two daughters, Perriann Stanley of Riverton and Delphine Becker of Denver; a brother, Ronald Glandt of Golden, Colo.; a sister, Jeanette Baltes of Riverton; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Meta Glandt.
Services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Reinert III, officiating. Interment to follow at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens.
Casketbearers will be Benjamin Stanley, Nicholas Stanley, Alex Stanley, DeWayne Spillers, Myles Becker, and Rodney Baltes. Honorary casketbearers will be Earl Launer, Matthew Dean Glandt, Bob Shupe, and Bill Prigge.
Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes.
Friends may send contributions to the Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund or Davis Hospice Center
Lydia Keil Trupp
June 11, 1921-May 16, 2007
Age: 85
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Lydia J. Keil Trupp was born in Arriba to Daniel and Lina
(Herbster) Bauer.
On Nov. 9, 1938, she married Paul A. Keil in Windsor. He died in 1993.
She then married Henry Trupp, who died shortly after their marriage.
Mrs. Trupp lived in the Greeley, Gilcrest and Platteville areas for most of her life. A homemaker and farmer's wife, she also sold Avon for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and was the secretary for Colorado Farm Bureau. She loved gardening, especially her rose garden. She also enjoyed playing cards and pinochle.
Mrs. Trupp died Wednesday at Life Care Center of Greeley.
Survivors: Four sons, Paul R. Keil and wife Dorothy of Valencia, Calif., Ed A. Keil of Denver, David K. Keil of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, and Fred D. Keil and wife Gloria J. of Greeley; two sisters, Lorene Bauer of Berthoud and Martha Keil of Greeley; a brother, Daniel Bauer of Loveland; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her parents and her siblings, Esther Lebsack, Ruth Bradford, Leona Lebsack, William Bauer, Albert Bauer, Edwin Bauer, Edna Magruder, Louise Williams, Florence Brown and Samuel Bauer.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John's United Church of Christ in
Greeley.
Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Greeley.
Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Notes: Instead of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. John's
United Church of Christ in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 28th St.,
Greeley, CO 80634. An online memorial is at www.mem.com.
Jacoby, Jacob
Unionville, Michigan
Mr. Jacoby passed away on Monday, May 14, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital of
Saginaw, MI, at the age of 96 years. He was a farmer and enjoyed farming,
even after retirement. He was born February 13, 1911 in Colorado and came to
Michigan to work in the sugar beet fields. As a young man he worked in the
coal mines just out side of Unionville before becoming a full time farmer.
He was a active member of the Unionville Moravian Church and had served as
an elder. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren's
sporting events, especially baseball. He was a resident of Medallion
Village, Sebewaing, the past two years, moving there shortly after the death
of his wife Millie.
Jacob is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, James and Mary
Ellen Jacoby of Unionville, his granddaughter Kayeleen (William) Jacobs and
grandson Chad (Julie) Jacoby, great grand-children; Connor, Kye, Jade
Jacoby, Cole and Dalton Jacobs. Two daughters, Betty (Bob) Brinkman of Caro,
Bonnie (Jack) Brinkman of Cass City, plus eight additional grandchildren, 21
great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren; one brother, Henry
(Lydia) Jacoby of Sebewaing, Katherine Jacoby of Bay City; one
brother-in-law, Harold (Norma) Ruppal of Akron; two sister-in-laws, Clara
Halabis, Caro and Genevive Ruppal of Bay City. He was predeceased by his
wife of 75 years, Millie, a daughter Bertha Houthoofd, a grand-daughter
Deborah Brinkman. His parents John and Eva Jacoby a brother John, and three
sisters: Eva Balzer, Rachel Balzer, and Elizabeth Jacoby. Several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will take place Thursday, May 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Unionville Moravian Church, with visitation on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 from
4 - 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Moravian Church or to Heartland
Hospice. Funeral arrangements by Unionville Funeral Home.
Unionville Funeral Chapel
Unionville, Michigan
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Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
21 May 2007
Alice Berst Wickman, 88, passed away May 19, 2007, at St. John's Lutheran Home. She was born June 23, 1918, in Billings, a daughter of Katherine and Rudolph Ruby. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husbands, John Berst and Elmer Wickman. Alice married John Berst on Dec. 18, 1936, in Billings. Together they had two sons, Galen Berst (Jeannine) of Billings, John Berst (Carolyn) of Big Timber, and one daughter, Loretta (Jim) Diede of Missoula. Alice was married to Elmer Wickman on June 2, 1950, in Great Falls. They had one son, Wayne (Linda) Wickman of College Station, Texas.
Alice was a beautician. She also enjoyed crafts, knitting and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of Pilgrim Congregational Church and belonged to the American Business Women's Association and the Board of Cosmetology.
Besides her children, she is survived by a sister, Martha Schneidmiller of Cheyenne, Wyo.; a brother, Art Ruby of Salt Lake City, Utah; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff at St. John's Lutheran Home for all their care and support during the last eight years, specifically Wing 4 and Rimview Square.
Graveside services will take place at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, at Sunset Memorial Gardens. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at Smith West Chapel located at 304 34th St. W. Visitation will begin at 3 p.m., Monday, May 21, at Smith West Chapel. Memorials may be made to Pilgrim Congregational Church, 407 S. 36th St., Billings MT 59101, or St. John's Lutheran Home, 3940 Rimrock Road, Billings MT 59102.
Moser Funeral Service
Greeley, Colorado
05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his
home.
He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary
Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site
of Wal-Mart.
Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At
Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he
started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938
he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died
August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII
and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he
married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area.
His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in
Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the
Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from
culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and
was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of
Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be
greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and
husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol
LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife
Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank
Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother
Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.
Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m.
on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans.
Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of
Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
22 May 2007
Sherry Marie Furrow Reinhardt, beloved wife, mother and sister, was surrounded by family and friends when she lost her long and courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, May 19, 2007, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Billings, at the age of 52.
Sherry was born Jan. 16, 1955, in Billings and was the daughter of James W. and Betty Darlene Furrow. By 1963, she was the oldest of five children and although she couldn't have known it then, lived just a few houses down from her future husband and love of her life, Terry.
Sherry attended schools in Billings and graduated from Billings West High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation, she and Terry crossed paths again and together they moved to Seattle, where they were married on June 26, 1976. But living in Washington put too much distance between them and their families, so they moved back to Montana after four years and made their home in Lavina from that point on.
Terry had a job interview with Sweetheart Bakery but was unable to keep the appointment so Sherry went instead. She got the job and became the first woman to work on the production line. They must have liked her and her work, as she stayed for the next 30 years until the time of her death.
For many years she worked nights and weekends and never turned down the offers to work overtime. While Terry worked days, oftentimes they would pass each other on the highway between Lavina and Billings and give each other a good-morning wave in passing.
In the fall of 1984, their schedules aligned and on July 17, 1985, they were blessed with their pride and joy, Brittney Lynn. From this point on, Britt was the sole purpose in life. Even after her first cancer diagnosis in the late '90s, the focus was to get better to be able to make sure that Britt had everything she needed and was able to go to college. No matter how hard the battle became, Britt was the center of Sherry's world.
Sherry would use what little spare time she had doing the things that gave her great joy and satisfaction. She was always doing something from crochet and knitting to canning things from the garden to making stained glass to playing games with her family to raising money for Relay For Life. She was team captain for Relay For Life for Sweetheart Bakery for many years and in 2005 was the top non-sponsored individual fundraiser at the Billings Relay. She also was a member of the Lavina School Board for four years and was the secretary/treasurer for the Union Local 466 Bakers and Confectionary Workers.
Sherry was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents, James and Ida Furrow and Bernard and Frieda Pastian; and her father and mother, Jim and Betty Furrow. She is survived by her only true love in life, husband Terry; and her daughter and pride and joy, Brittney (Dave) of Bozeman; her sisters, Pennie Schlepp (Karl) of Laurel and Brenda Palagyi (Mike) of Roundup; brothers James B. (Jenny) of Watertown, S.D., and Patrick Sean (Rita) of Billings; aunts Shirley Marlow of Las Vegas, Marian Brun (Joe) of Billings; and uncle Robert Pastian of Laurel; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 24, at Smith's Downtown Funeral Chapel, 925 S. 27th St., Billings. Reception to immediately follow in the reception room. Luncheon is to follow reception at the Sharon Hernandez residence at 3105 Canyon Drive in Billings. Food donations can be brought to the Hernandez residence. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Relay For Life 2007 campaign in Sherry's name. Smith's Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/22/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
22 May 2007
Joan (Leis) Greeb, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007 at WEL-Life in Scottsbluff. Cremation has been held at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff.
A Private Family Inurnment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Her Memorial Service will be Monday, May 21 at 10 a.m., at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff with Pastors Garry Schick and Amos Harris officiating.
Memorials in Joan's name have been established to the Church or Prairie Haven Hospice. Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Joan's obituary may be viewed at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com, where condolences may be left and will be forwarded to the family.
She was born July 20, 1931 in Scottsbluff, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Hopp) Leis. She was raised and educated at Scottsbluff. Joan was united in marriage to Harold Greeb, Aug. 8, 1948. They farmed in the Gering Valley and later east of Scottsbluff. Joan was a housewife and enjoyed doing volunteer work at Regional West Medical Center and the Bargain Bin.
Joan was a member of the Zion Evangelical Church, where she taught Sunday School and shared her musical talent in a mixed choir at the Church.
Survivors include her husband Harold; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Vickie Greeb of Peoria, Ariz.; son, Bruce Greeb of Scottsbluff; grandson, Cody Greeb of Omaha; step-grandchildren, John Bertram and Sarah Castro; step-great grandchildren, Isabella and Sophia Castro; brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Norma Leis of Minatare; sister, Ruth Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harold Leis, sisters Dorothy Weisgerber, Florence Reichert and infant sister Phyllis Leis.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/20/2007 - 5/22/2007.
Scottsbluff Star-Herald
Scottsbluff, NE
22 May 2007
Albert H. Buth, 81, of Scottsbluff, died Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center. At Al's request his remains were cremated. A private memorial service is planned.
Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.
Al was born in Shawano, Wis. on Sept. 12, 1925, to Albert and Violet (Stengel) Buth. He married Leona Ott in 1950. He married Lila Gaiser in 1990.
Survivors include his wife Lila, two sons, David (Margaret) Buth of Tucson, Ariz. and Craig (Susan) Buth and a grandson, Jeremy Buth all of Lakewood, Colo.; step-son, Jeff (Cynde) Gaiser of Firestone, Colo.; and sister, Barbara (Gene) Spear of Woodruff, Wis.
Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, and an infant sister.
A memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice at Scottsbluff.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/21/2007 - 5/23/2007.
Bernice Weisz
Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 5/22/2007.
HURDSFIELD - Bernice Weisz, 83, rural Hurdsfield, died May 18, 2007, at a Bismarck hospital. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25, at Hurdsfield Community Center. Burial will be in Seventh-day Adventist Cemetery, Goodrich.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hertz Funeral Home, Harvey.
Bernice Lucille (Meier) Weisz was born Feb. 19, 1924, near Denhoff, to Jacob and Katherina (Wolf) Meier. She attended rural school and was raised in Kidder County. She married Robert Weisz Nov. 4, 1946, at the home of Henry and Alice Weisz, Hurdsfield. They had a double wedding ceremony with Robert's sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Leo Widicker. Bernice farmed beside her husband.
She cared for her mother for 17 years, besides raising her children. She cherished her relationships with her children and their spouses. She especially enjoyed doting on her grandchildren. The grandchildren appreciated Grandma's love for table games. Bernice loved the Lord. She was a member of the Hurdsfield Seventh-day Adventist Church. She held many church offices throughout the years and especially loved teaching the youth of the church. Bernice supported Christian education ? sending the children through grade school and Sheyenne River Academy, and the daughters to Union College, in Nebraska.
Bernice enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. Bernice canned and froze the garden produce to continue to enjoy throughout the winter months. She loved to prepare German/Russian dishes for her family. Bernice enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and crocheting baby afghans. She also sewed for her children. Bernice was an avid reader. She enjoyed the art of letter writing, faithfully writing to her children and friends. She cherished her relationships with her friends and especially with her nieces and nephews.
Bernice will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Robert, rural Hurdsfield; three daughters, Renee (Peter) Hills, Applegate, Calif., Rita Weisz, Bismarck, and Rayleen (Alan) Hansen, Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Robin (Lori) Weisz, rural Hurdsfield; six grandchildren, Derek Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Kimberly (Mark) Hills Callaghan, Davis, Calif., Brooke Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Andrew Hills, Applegate, Robbie and Ryan Weisz, Hurdsfield; and two sisters, Esther Lay and Lydia Chemeres, both of Seattle.
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Katherina Meier; her sisters, Amelia Borkowski, Anna Hamre and Maria Almer; and her brothers, Herman Meier, Jacob Meier and Fred Meier.
Tacoma WA - News Tribune 11 May 2007
Aileen Ruth (Neumann) McMahon passed away on May 8, 2007at
the LifeCare Center of Federal Way. Aileen was born on July
1, 1919 in Odessa Washington and grew up in the Wenatchee
area. She married Robert McMahon in 1938. Robert preceded
her in death in 1994. Most of her life she lived and worked
in the Puyallup area.
She is survived by her three children, Robert (Suzanne),
Martin (Shirley) and Patricia McMahon. She has 4
grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
An informal internment gathering was held on 10 May at the
Mountain View Memorial Park in Tacoma.
Frances Mary Isaacson, 76, of Harlingen, Texas, died Tuesday, Feb. 13,
2007, at her home. A memorial service was held Feb. 24 at the Buck
Ashcraft Funeral Home in Harlingen.
A private family service and inurnment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling at a later date.
Mrs. Isaacson was born Oct. 3, 1930, to German-Russian immigrants, Adam and Frances (Appelhans) Gertge, north of Proctor. She was the ninth of 10 children.
She received her education in Atwood and Iliff and graduated from St. Anthony's.
In 1948, she married Dave Isaacson of Haxtun. They were later divorced.
Mrs. Isaacson is survived by her daughter, Margo and husband Fritz
Jaenike of Harlingen; two sons, Kirk and wife Mary Isaacson of St.
Charles, Ill., and Brad Isaacson of Benecia, Calif.; four grandchildren; her brother, George and wife Susie Gertge of Sterling; two sisters-in-law, Eva Gertge of Salt Lake City, and Sally Gertge of
Sterling; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers, Jake, John,
Phil, Joseph, Adam and Joseph; and two sisters, Mary Rhodes and
Catherine Monroe
Beatrice Elizabeth Jacobs
Beatrice Elizabeth Degnan Jacobs was born Dec. 28, 1915 in a farm home
north of Englewood, KS to Thomas Andrew and Nora Euphias Dunn Degnan.
In August of 1919 the family
moved south of Ashland where Bea attended the Sunnyvale School and later
St. Mary's Academy in Dodge City. Bea was a life long resident of Clark
County, a life member of St.Joseph's Catholic Church, a member of the
Altar Society,belonged to the Daughters of Isabella, and a member of Bear
Creek HDU. She worked as a cook for Ashland District Hospital. On Oct. 12,
1936, she married Leo Marcus Jacobs at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in
Ashland. He died Sept. 22, 1997. Bea was also preceded in death by her
parents and one grandson William Jacobs.
She had two children a son, Pat and his wife Ganell Lampe Jacobs and a
daughter, Martha and her husband Donald Crane. Her grandchildren include
Andy and Susan Jacobs and their son Will, Justin, TX, Wade and Cindy Jacobs,
Fort Worth, TX. and his daughter
Haley, Throckmorton. TX,
Rose Wells and her daughter Chelsie, Comanche, TX. Sarah
Patton, Sharon Springs,KS. and her son Zack Patton, Ashland, KS. and
Trevor Gruver, Scott City, KS, Shalah and Gary
White and their Sons Henry, Elliot, and Robert,
Ashland, KS. and Amy Crane, Ashland, KS. She is also survived by her sister
Mildred Hunter of San Jose, CA.
Bea died Sunday May 6, 2007 at Minneola District Hospital.
The vigil was held on Wednesday. May 9th at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's
Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 10th at 10:30
a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ashland,
with interment immediately following in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery.
Officiating were Fr. Maurice Cummings and Deacon Dwayne Lampe.
Pallbearers were Andy Jacobs, Wade Jacobs, Dirk Stanley, Gary White, Frank
Jacobs and Cletus
Mages. Honorary pallbearers were all of Bea's special friends.
Memorials may be made to
Minneola District Hospital Employees Fund or Ashland Long Term
Care Activities Fund in
care of Myatt Funeral
Home, Box 578 Ashland,
KS. 67831
All services were in care of
Myatt Funeral Home,
Ashland.
The Clark County Clipper
May 10 2007
DEINES, Joanna M. 1915-2007
Joanna M. Deines, 91, passed away on May 10, 2007. She was born in Odessa, Wash., to William and Mary K. (Borgans) Eichler on Sept. 16, 1915. One of twelve children, she grew up in the Yakima Valley in Washington.
She moved to Portland in 1937 and married Jack C. Deines in November of 1938. Their marriage was blessed with two children, a son Jack W. and a daughter, Mary K. Lukens.
Joanna was an active member of Rivercrest Community Church, a charter member of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, and a member of Eastern Star. She dedicated her life to her church and her family and her many friends.
She also opened her home to her children's friends and many family members over the years as a place of refuge. There was always room for one more at Joanna's home and table. Over a period of ten years she opened her home and became a "billet Mom" to the many members of the Portland Winterhawks Hockey Team. "Grams" was always a favorite of the Winterhawks Players. Joanna was an extraordinary cook, whether preparing meals at home or for large church dinners, often feeding 500 - 1,000 people in the evening. No one left one of her meals hungry or unsatisfied. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave., Portland, OR on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Private interment will be at Rose City Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Rivercrest Community Church in her name. Public viewing will be held on Monday, May 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Ross Hollywood Funeral Home.
Published in The Oregonian
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 May 2007
MORRILL - William James Hinman, 78, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 25, at East Lawn Cemetery in Minatare with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating.
The William Hinman Memorial Fund has been established in care of the family. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com
William was born April 8, 1929 in Minatare to Elton A. and Bessie Marie (Nelson) Hinman. He received his education in Minatare and married Dorothy Hardt Jan. 2, 1949 in Gering. He was a ditch rider for Gering/ Ft. Laramie Irrigation District until 1952 when he began his employment at Swift and Company for 23 years. After retiring from Swifts he returned to farming. He loved working with horses, hunting, fishing and spending time with and caring for his family.
Survivors include his wife Dorothy; daughter, Sandra Hinman of Lyman; sons-in-law, Mike Lowry of Yoder, Wyo. and Larry Sayre, of Morrill; grandsons, William (Glenna) Zwiebel, Lyman, Justin Zwiebel and his fiancé Angie Weiss of Mitchell and Andrew Grasmick of Oregon; step-grandchildren, Chad (Amber) Lowry, Torrington, Brad Lowry of Florida and Candice Lowry of Torrington, and seven great-grandchildren.
His parents, daughters Debra Sayre and Denise Lowry, brothers Bob and Don Hinman and sister Barbara preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 May 2007
ALLIANCE - Paul Alexander "Duke" Snyder, 68, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, S.D.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, at St. John's United Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Buschbom officiating. Burial with military rites will be in the Alliance Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent in care of the family at 1228 Duncan Avenue, Alliance, NE 69301.
Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Paul was born Nov. 23, 1938 in Northport, Neb., the sixth child to Carl and Elizabeth (Ehrhardt) Snyder. He was baptized at the Lutheran Church in Sidney and attended school in Sidney and Hemingford.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965. He worked for local farmers, Meter Smith Well Drilling and then in1968 and until currently owned and operated Snyder's Vacuum Sales and Service.
Paul married Geraldine L. (Jeri) Taylor Aug. 19, 1965. To this union three children were born, Jimmy, Paula and Troy.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a lifetime member of the Eagles Aerie #136. He enjoyed Stockcar Racing, Husker football, fishing, and farming and ranching.
He is survived by his wife Geraldine (Jeri); children, Jimmy Snyder and Paula Snyder, and grandson, Anthony Snyder all of Alliance; his brother, Carl (Ilene) Snyder, Jr. of Dugan, Calif.; sisters, Eva Burney of Cutbank, Mont., and Linda Voss of Hale Center, Texas; sister-in-law, Barbara Snyder of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews.
His son Troy, his parents, two sisters, a brother and two brothers-in-law preceded him in death.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 May 2007
LAUREL - Allan Frank, 46, of Billings, died peacefully on May 23, 2007, at the Horizon House, where he had recently resided.
Allan was born on Sept. 30, 1960, to Elsie and Herman Frank, both of Laurel. Allan was raised in Laurel, where he graduated from Laurel High School in 1978. After graduation, Allan worked in retail for many years and then as a certified nurse's aidw in several area nursing homes. Allan loved working with the elderly and brought much comfort to all those that he touched in his short life. We will truly miss his smile and kind heart.
Allan was preceded in death by his parents. Allan is survived by his brother, Gerald (Jody); his brother, Ken (Maureen); and his sister, Karen (Steve) Frickel. Allan was a loving uncle to Jill (Karson), Jeremy (Maggie), Kara (Mark), Kim (Wade), Travis, Chloe and Liam and a loving great-uncle to Halle, Jenna, Josh, Justin and Kaycee.
Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Interment will be in the Laurel Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Big Sky Hospice in memory of Allan.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
26 May 2007
Mary Louise "Peg" Bretz, 80, of Oshkosh, passed away Thursday evening, May 24, 2007, at the Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Bishop Joe Burnett and Mother Mary Lou Reynolds co-officiating. Inurnment will be in the Oshkosh City Cemetery.
At her request, cremation was held and there will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Volunteer's of America, St. George's Episcopal Church or to the Oshkosh Library.
Holechek Funeral Home in Oshkosh is in charge of arrangements.
Peg was born on November 1, 1926, in Denver, Colo., the daughter of John and Jewell (Lowrance) Dunne. She grew up in Denver and received her education in Eaton, Colo. where she graduated from high school in 1944. She furthered her education at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, Colo. and received her Bachelor's degree in home economics in 1948. While at Colorado State, she was the yearbook editor.
After college, Peg worked at the Montana State Extension Office as the Women's Editor where she wrote columns and produced radio shows. Peg met John Bretz in Bozeman, and the couple was married on September 3, 1950, in Eaton. After John returned from over seas during the Korean War, they made their home in San Francisco, Calif. and Neligh, Nebraska before moving to Oshkosh in 1955.
Peg was active in the community. She worked at McCormac's Variety for 25 years. She made numerous quilts for family and friends' babies. While raising her four daughters, she was very active with 4-H and the Girl Scouts. True to her life-long love of literature, she was a member of the Writer's Group, served on the Oshkosh Library Board, tutored Oshkosh Grade School students, read voraciously, and wrote memorable Christmas cards. She also played in bridge clubs for 50 years and occupied her spare time with crossword puzzles. She loved to garden, producing beautiful flowers and preserving fruits and vegetables from her efforts. Peg was very active in the church; she was one of the founding members of St. George's Episcopal Church in 1962 and was ordained as a Deacon in 2005. She was also part of the Garden County Ministerial Association. Curious and interested in people of all cultures, Peg thrived on learning about them, especially the local history of Sand Creek.
Peg will be best known for being a loyal and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She adopted many of her children's friends as her own; she has been known to spoil the cats as well. Overcoming many health problems, Peg had the comfort in knowing that she would receive excellent health care in Garden County.
She is survived by four daughters, Julie Bretz of Denver, Laurie Bretz of Denver, Meg Bretz-Freeland of Austin, Texas, and Amy Bretz of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter, Katie Freeland of Austin, Texas; and host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1996 and her parents.
*Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-28-2007
Lydia Kraft*
Nov. 24, 1910 - May 25, 2007
Age: 96
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Lydia S. Kraft was born in *Oberdorf, Russia *to George and Anna Elizabeth (Weitzel) Schneider. She came to the United State in October 1913 and lived in Greeley her entire life. On Jan. 19, 1936, she married George R. Kraft in Greeley. He died on Feb. 14, 1992.
Mr. Kraft worked in the laundry department at the Weld County General Hospital and she and her husband owned and operated the Dairy Creme on 7th Avenue and 14th Street for 29 years, retiring in 1969.
She was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Congregational Church and the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She also was a member of the AMICA Club in Greeley and had lived at the Greeley Place for 15 1/2 years.
She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and she loved activities with her family.
Mrs. Kraft died Friday, May 25, at Centennial Health Center in Greeley.
Survivors: A daughter, Joann Weinmeister of Greeley; two grandsons, Lauren and his wife Krista Weinmeister of Johnstown, and Mark Weinmeister of Houston, Texas; two granddaughters, Karen and her husband Mark Sitzman of Greeley, and Vivian and her husband Brian Foss of Eaton; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her husband; her parents; four brothers; five sisters; and a son-in-law, Raymond Weinmeister, in 1993.
Funeral service: 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel.
Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel.
Interment: Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley.
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Congregational church in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-28-2007
Henry Spade Jr. *
Sept. 7, 1916 - May 26, 2007
Age: 90
Residence: Loveland
Tribute: Henry Spade Jr. was born in Fort Morgan to Henry Spade Sr. and Elizabeth Kreiger Spade in Fort Morgan. He grew up in Fort Morgan, where he also attended schools. He farmed in the Fort Morgan area before moving to Loveland 50 years ago. He then farmed in the Loveland area until he retired in 1968. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Loveland, he loved fishing, bowling, the dog track, and he enjoyed his friends who would pick him up to go for coffee time. He also received the High Ten for his sugar beets for 13 years.
Mr. Spade died May 26 at Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley.
Preceded in death by: His parents; a son, Harvey Spade; eight brothers; and one sister.
Survivors: His daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Spade of Loveland; a brother,Joe Spade, of Kentucky; two grandchildren, Roger Spade and Pam Brenckle (Guy); two great-grandchildren, Alec and Melody Brenckle; and several
nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 30, at the First
Congregational Church.
Viewing: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Viegut Funeral Home.
Interment: Loveland Burial Park.
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church
in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 N. Boise Ave. Loveland.
*Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-30-2007
Alma Magnuson *
Aug. 21, 1915 - May 27, 2007
Age: 91
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Alma Magnuson was born in Loveland to John and Lena (Weber)
Hoffman. She graduated from Loveland High School in 1934 and lived in
and around Loveland, Greeley and Ault all of her life.
She owned Woody's Café in Greeley for years and then worked many years for the Ault Sanitation Board.
Mrs. Magnuson was a member of the Lutheran Church of Ault and the V.F.W. Post No. 4334. She was known for her friendly style and good sense of humor. She was loved and respected in her community and by her family and friends.
Mrs. Magnuson died Sunday at The Bridge in Greeley.
Survivors: Two sons, Warren "Woody" Woodmansee of Denver and Gary
Woodmansee of Curlew, Wash.; five grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her husband, C. Harvey Magnuson; a son, Kent
Woods; and four brothers.
Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel, 702 13th St., Greeley.
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. today at Allnutt Macy Chapel.
Interment: Eaton Cemetery.
Note: Memorials to the Ault Senior Center in care of Allnutt Funeral
Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Friends may view the online
obit, sign the guest book and send condolences at www.allnutt.com
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
Harry Burbach, 90, of Scottsbluff, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff.
His funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Paul Hebbert officiating. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to be held at a later time at the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff.
Memorials in his name may be made to the Farm & Ranch Museum, Prairie Haven Hospice or to the Diabetes Association.
Friends who wish may call at the funeral home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday following the funeral service. His obituary may be viewed online at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com where condolences may be left for the family.
Harry was born June 28, 1916 in Lincoln, Neb. to Henry and Mary (Hessler) Burbach. At the age of eleven months, he moved with his family to the Scottsbluff area where he grew up and received his education. He married Ella Grasmick Dec. 15, 1937, in Scottsbluff. He and his wife farmed northeast of Scottsbluff until 1956. He then worked a number of years as a tank wagon driver for Kuxhaus Oil Company before moving to Montana in 1975 to farm with his son Roger. They returned to Scottsbluff in 1979 where he helped on various farms in the area until his retirement.
Harry loved to build and collect model tractors, but the true joy in his life were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He was a member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff
Survivors include his sons, Ralph and his wife Jeannetta Burbach of Gering and Russell and his wife Joanie Burbach of Holdrege, Neb.; daughter-in-law, Karlene Burbach of Glendive, Mont.; grandchildren, Terry and his wife Bonnie Burbach of Fallon, Mont., Gregory and his wife Naomi Burbach of Glendive, Randy and his wife Vicki Burbach of Minatare, Sheri and her husband Brandon Grover of Gering and Mike and his wife Jill Burbach of Centennial, Colo.; great-grandchildren, Daniel and his wife Joy Burbach, Taylor Burbach, Amanda and her husband Bobby Hopper, Jordan Burbach, Ella Burbach, Ryan Burbach and Jacob Grover and a great-great grandson, Mason Hopper.
His parents, his wife Ella, son Roger, three brothers and three sisters preceded Harry in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
Annie Green, 94, of Scottsbluff, died Monday, May 28, 2007 at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and at the funeral.
A memorial has been established to the church.
Annie was born May 31, 1912 in Milwaukee, Wis. to Nicholas and Catherine E. (Spahn) Green. At an early age she moved with her family to the Lake Alice Community where she received her education. She had lived in the area all of her life.
She was a lifetime member of the Salem Congregational Church and sang in the church choir. Annie was a very kind and caring person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include her nieces, Florine Starkell of Scottsbluff and Arlene Harimon of Minatare; nephews, Marvin Green of Gering and Gary Green of Torrington, Wyo.; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Henry, Conrad H., Louis, Rueben B., and Dave Green; and sister, Molly Scott.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
MITCHELL - Lawrence (Lorenz) Sell, Sr., 98, departed this life Sunday, May 27, 2007, at the Mitchell Care Center in Mitchell. He was a longtime resident of the North Platte Valley, having lived in Scottsbluff, Lyman, and Mitchell for most all of 95 years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Chapel in Scottsbluff. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery following the service.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 31, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Jolliffe Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com.
Lawrence was born Aug. 6, 1908, in Frank, Russia - one of the Volga German communities from which many Western Nebraska families immigrated. With his parents, George and Anna Marie (Heizenrader) Sell, and four older siblings (Molly, John, Pauline, and Alexander), he came to the US as a small boy in 1912 through Ellis Island. Traveling by rail from New York City to initially live with relatives in Morrill. His family worked over the next decades as seasonal laborers on farms and in sugar factories. In addition, he drove gas and ready-mix trucks and sold used cars. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing and baseball.
He married Lydia Schledewitz (who also came to the US with her family as a two-year old from Yost, Russia) Jan. 30, 1928. Together, they raised three sons and three daughters.
Those who knew Lawrence recognized him as someone with a great memory for names, places, and events. His conversations often connected people he met with relatives, friends, and personal histories. He will long be remembered for this great capacity to recall and honor the past, including the spiritual aspects of life.
Survivors include his daughters, Betty (Vic) Loose and Elsie (Reiny) Foos, both of Scottsbluff; son, G. Roger (Bobbi) Sell of Springfield, Mo.; 27 grandchildren; and 43 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers (including Jack and Rueben); sisters; his wife, Lydia (in 1990); sons Lawrence Jr. and Marvin Sr.; and daughter, Ruth Weinmaster
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
31 May 2007
Selma I. Ehli, 86, of Cheyenne died May 29 at Cheyenne Healthcare.
She was born June 5, 1920, in Expansion, N.D., and had lived here for eight years with prior residence of seven years in Richardton, N.D., and 42 years on the family ranch.
Mrs. Ehli was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary and AARP.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Carol Ehli of Moore, Okla.; a daughter and son-in-law, Charlene and Michael Rushing of Cheyenne; a brother, Albert Wittmayer of Hazen, N.D.; two sisters, Frieda Lukins of Pick City, N.D., and Earna Sailer of Hazen; one grandchild; three step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Shirley Ehli and Frieda Ehli, both of Arizona and Mary Ehli of Kansas.
Mrs. Ehli was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Ehli Jr. on Dec. 25, 1998; two sons, Ronald Ehli and Robert Ehli; a daughter, Darlene Ehli; six brothers; and two sisters.She loved to play bingo and do crafts and had the unique ability of being loved by all that met her.
Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Golgotha Lutheran Church in Golden Valley, N.D., and interment will follow in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery under the direction of Seibel Funeral Home.
Olinda Ostwald Schneider Weibert
At the age of 85, Olinda Weibert, our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at Billings Health and Rehab. She was born Olinda Ostwald on Oct. 13, 1921, in Bridger, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Fox) Ostwald. Linda graduated from Laurel High School.
In April of 1940, Linda was united in marriage to Alex Schneider in Hardin. They raised three children. After 46 years of marriage, Alex died in 1986.
The summer of 1989, Linda married Henry Weibert in Columbus, where they lived for three years before moving to Billings. Henry died in 1997.
Linda was a devoted member of the Christ Evangelical & Reformed Church in Hardin. Her hobbies included gardening, caring for her yard and the beautiful flowers she grew and she was an avid reader.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Alex and Henry; sisters, Lydia, Martha and Betty; brothers, Edward, Harry, Bill, Harold, Herman and baby George; great-grandson, Jack Arbogast, Jr.; two sons-in-law, Jack Arbogast, Sr. and Seth Kates. She leaves behind her daughter, Lorelei Kates of Billings; sons, Alex (Pam) Schneider, Jr. of Butte and Aubrey (Judy) Schneider of Billings; sister, Marge (Lloyd) Schell of Billings; brothers, Eugene (Judy) of Thompson Falls, George (Genie) of Columbus and Frank (Sandy) of Shepherd; sisters-in-law, Vera Weibert of Hardin and Katherine Hartung of Garryowen; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Linda's family would like the extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Billings Health and Rehab for the kindness and special care given during her stay with them. Also, her roommate, Alvina, who was Linda's best friend, thank you for being there and remaining such a good friend.
Visitation for Olinda was from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Dahl Funeral Chapel in Billings. Her funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, at the E & R Church in Hardin. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hardin. Memorials may be made to the E&R Church in Hardin or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel in Hardin and Billings.
Published in the Billings Gazette from 5/29/2007 - 5/30/2007.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
06-02-2007
Ruth Snorgrass
Dec. 10, 1918-May 19, 2007
Age: 88
Residence: Council, Idaho, formerly of Keenesburg
Tribute: Ruth Ethel Snorgrass was born in Greeley to John F. and Hallie Ethel (Werkheiser) Oster.
In 1940, she married Wade Andy Snorgrass in Fort Lupton.
Mrs. Snorgrass lived in Keenesburg for more than 60 years. In 1998, she moved to Council to live with her son Butch and daughter-in-law Becky. During the summers of 1953, 1954 and 1955, she and her husband and sons, Wade and Butch, owned and operated a duderanch on Lookout Mountain.
Mrs. Snorgrass was a longtime Tupperware dealer in the Keenesburg area. She sewed many colorful quilt tops that she gave to many family members and friends.
Mrs. Snorgrass had a wonderful sense of humor, a delightful smile and a generous heart. She died May 19 in Council.
Survivors: A son, Floyd "Butch" and wife Becky of Council; four
brothers, Ted and Jim of La Salle, John of Kersey and Ivan of Lochbuie; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Preceded in death by: Her husband in 1979, a son Wade in 1984, her
parents, three brothers, Lewis, Richard and Floyd Oster and a sister, Joy Kreitzer.
Graveside services were May 25 at Elmwood Cemetery, Brighton.
Note: Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Snorgrass, 2644 Upper Dale Road, Council, ID 83612.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes.
Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif.
Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date.
Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948.
Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment.
Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes.
Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif.
Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date.
Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948.
Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment.
Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
5 Jun 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Rhynie "Sonny" Brockel, Jr, 64, died on June 2, 2007 at his home in Torrington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 7, at the Rendezvous Center at the Goshen County Fairgrounds with Pastor Ward Snyder officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery.
Visitation hours will be held at the Colyer Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7p.m.; Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m.; and the casket will be closed at the service.
Memorial contributions directed to the family would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends are invited to send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com
Rhynie, 'Sonny,' was born May 3, 1943 in Yoder, Wyo. the son of Rhynie and Esther (Arntt) Brockel, Sr. He grew up and attended school at Torrington and then served in the Wyoming National Guard and later in the US Army during Vietnam. He returned to Torrington and worked at Z & W Mill. Sonny married Donna Main at Torrington on Sept. 15, 1972. He continued to work at Z & W Mill until 1986 when he went to farming with Terry Lofink. Sonny also worked at Golden Manor and then for the Goshen County Fairgrounds. He retired and then continued to work at the fairgrounds parttime.
Sonny enjoyed working outdoors. He loved to fish, and was a bull rider at local rodeos. He was a past member of the American Legion Travis Snow Post #5.
He is survived by his wife, Donna of Torrington; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Chip Voshell of Torrington; son, Johnny Rittenhouse also of Torrington; sisters, Edna Firkus and her husband, Carroll, of Racine, Wis.; and Darlene Herder of Denver; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Jill Brockel of Torrington; grandson, Patrick, who serves with the Nebraska National Guard, and his wife Brittni Voshell of Torrington; granddaughters, Crystal Voshell of Scottsbluff and Ashlee Voshell of Torrington; sisters-in-law, Gloria Brockel of Torrington; Cathy Bogus of Laramie, Wyo.; and Jeannette (Paul) Covello of Torrington; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, brothers, Ruben and Ray Brockel; and niece, Rhonda Brockel, preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
5 Jun 2007
Brandon James Wertz, 25, of Scottsbluff passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff after a courageous battle with auto immune hepatitis.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 11, at the American Legion Hall in Alliance. Abiding by his wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory.
Memorials are asked to be made to the family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com
Brandon was born Dec. 3, 1981 in Kimball to Allen and Mitzi (Starke) Wertz. He graduated from Kimball High School with the Class of 2000.
Brandon is survived by his mother and step-father Mitzi and Dwight Knaub of Scottsbluff and Alliance; father and step-mother, Allen and Lisa Wertz of Wichita, Kan.; grandparents, Rudy and Pat Starke of Alliance and Jim and Joy Wertz of Kimball; step-grandmother, Wilma Knaub of Alliance; half-sister and brother-in-law, Heather and Kevin Hinzman of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; half-brother, Justin Wertz of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; step-sister, Kelly Robinson of Alliance; step-sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Mike Russell of Alliance; step-brother and sister-in-law, Casey and Misty Knaub of Alliance; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
His half-brother Jared Wertz preceded Brandon in death.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
6 Jun 2007
On a Thursday, April 23, 1959, Kathleen Terri Giesick was born to Adam and Clara Giesick in Billings. She was the fourth of five children.
On June 3, 2007, Terri passed away at her home in Billings of breast cancer; she fought a long and heroic battle. And during that battle, there was always a smile.
Terri grew up on the family farm in Shepherd. She attended Pioneer Progressive Grade School and graduated from Shepherd High School.
Terri worked for the County Attorney's Office as Office Manager for 21 years. She was currently working at Global Crossing.
Terri loved to travel, especially to Mexico. Terri was very much the adventurer at heart. She loved to garden and do beadwork. Terri would make the most beautiful bracelets, necklaces, pins and ornaments. Terri also collected hearts.
On Oct. 13, 2006, Terri collected her most important heart, the man of her dreams, Harry Hoving. They were married in Jamaica.
Terri always felt that the most important things in her life were home, family and friends.
Preceding her in death was her father Adam Giesick; her parental grandparents, John and Katherine Giesick; her maternal grandparents, Edward and Pauline Siewert; and also her loving pet, "Charlie the Dog."
Survivors include her husband, Harry; her mother, Clara Giesick from Billings; her sister, Susan (Tom) Kaiser from Billings, their children, Pete, Garry, Leeann and Jody; three brothers, Scott (Kathy) Giesick of Forsyth and their children, Jenna, Amber, Chris and Carrie, Bill (Valerie) Giesick from Billings and their children, Adam, Michael and Curtis, Dennis (Donna) Giesick from Billings and their children, Eric, Joshua and Shawn; sister-in-law, Patty (Ron) Dod and their children, Allison, Daniel and Ronnie of Florida; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Terri will be missed tremendously by all who knew her. She will always have a special place in our hearts. God, please take care of our wife, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. We all love her so much.
Cremation has taken place. There will be a prayer gathering at the Cremation or Funeral Gallery at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Following the gathering, there will be a celebration of Terri's life at North Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Cremation or Funeral Gallery, 29 Eighth St. West.
Casper Star Tribune
Casper, WY
Blair Duane Meyers
Thursday, June 07, 2007
LANDER -- Memorial services for Blair Duane Meyers, 82, will be held in Lander at a later date.
He died June 4, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home.
He was born July 20, 1924, in Bloomfield, Neb., the son of Martin L. and Lena (Engel) Meyers.
During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army in France, Luxembourg and Germany.
On Oct. 21, 1950, he married Romona Bell in Lander.
He operated and was part-owner of French/Myers Outfitters in Sinks Canyon. He drove for Salt Creek Freightways from 1957 through 1984, when he retired. He then drove the Lander Senior Citizen bus.
He was a longtime member of the American Legion and VFW, holding various positions in both, including post commander and chaplain.
His interests and hobbies included hunting, fishing, road trips, adventures with his grandchildren and his cabin at South Pass City.
Survivors include his daughter, Marsha Moye and her husband of Casper; son, Michael B. Meyers of Lander; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, a sister, Estella Woollett and his parents.
Memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601.
Chicago Tribune: 10th & 11th June 2007
> > Carol E. Altergott
> >
> >
> > Carol E. Altergott, nee Schweigerdt, beloved wife
> > of Richard; dearest mother of Patricia (Wayne) Beal,
> > Judy (Michael) Kern and Lynn Creighton; loving
> > grandmother of Jeffrey, Carolynn, Daniel, Michael
> > and Ann Marie; fond sister of Joan Schneider and the
> > late Henry Schweigerdt. Meet at Eden UCC, Tuesday,
> > June 12, 2007, 5051 W. Gunnison for 11 a.m. service.
> > Entombment Acacia Park Cemetery. Visitation Monday,
> > 5 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Eden
> > UCC or Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
> > appreciated
Greeley Tribune
Greeley. Colorado
06-13-2007
*Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler *
March 9, 1917 - June 11, 2007
Age: 90
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler was born in Ault to George and Mary
(Foos) Ruff.
She was raised in Mitchell, Neb., and attended schools there. In October of 1940, she married Robert Fritzler in Nebraska.
In 1972, she moved to a farm east of Greeley.
Mrs. Frizler was a member of Christian Science in Greeley. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, and painting. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She took care of her grandsons after their mother passed away. She was a devoted caregiver to her daughter, Joyce.
Mrs. Fritzler died Monday at Life Care Center in Greeley.* *
Survivors: Her husband, Robert Fritzler of Greeley; daughter, Joyce Marie Fritzler of Greeley; sisters, Helen Morris of Pennsylvania and Martha Eisele of Nebraska; a brother, Robert Ruff of Sterling; grandsons, Craig Ehrlick of Greeley, and Chad and wife Robi Ehrlick of Eaton; and grandchildren, Jessica Ehlrick, Sarah Ehlrick, Allison
Ehlrick and Tiffany Ehlrick, all of Greeley, and Wyatt Ehlrick of Eaton.
Preceded in death by: Her parents; her daughter, Patricia "Pat" Ann
Ehrlick; three brothers and two sisters.
Funeral service: 11 a.m. Thursday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Visitation: 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Note: Memorial contributions can be made to Schaffer Enterprises and/or
Community Advantage in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 West 28th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Please visit an online memorial at
www.mem.com
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
06-17-2007
Dorothy Schwindt
Nov. 17, 1928-June 13, 2007
Age: 78
Residence: Loveland
Tribute: Dorothy Mary Schwindt was born was born to Philip and Charlotte Frank and grew up in the Loveland/Johnstown area. Her parents and grandparents were German-Russian immigrants who settled and farmed in a little known area of the American West: the sugar producing farmlands of northern Colorado.
Her family quickly integrated into the area that depended on immigrant families. As tenant farmers and factory workers, they quickly became part of the local fabric. She grew up in a family with 10 brothers and sisters. It was always fun to listen to stories of their childhood antics during the Great Depression and beyond.
Mrs. Schwindt learned to work hard at a very young age on the farm and in the beet fields. The work ethic stayed with her throughout her life and was passed on as a value to all of her family. She attended schools in the Johnstown area, and at the height 5 feet 10 inches, she was involved in girls' basketball in high school.
She was confirmed at the First Congregational Church in Loveland, where she also married William H. "Bill" Schwindt on Jan. 26, 1947. They celebrated 60 years of marriage in January.
Mrs. Schwindt was a caring and generous person. She was always willing to set aside her own needs to help anyone struggling in her family. She was a strong woman who her family could consistently rely on, and she embodied a spirit for life few are lucky to possess. She enjoyed her six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters along with four adopted great-grandchildren.
She loved flowers and cooked of some of the best German dishes ever made without a recipe, a talent that will be missed by her friends and family. Spending time with her grandchildren was one of her favorite activities, and they will forever cherish the wonderful relationship and lasting memories they have of their grandma.
Mrs. Schwindt died Wednesday at North Shore Care Facility, Loveland.
Survivors: Her husband, William "Bill" Schwindt; her daughters, Karen Scheck and husband Gary and Lola Johnson and husband Cliff, all of Loveland; six grandchildren, Angie Baldwin and husband Derek of Iowa, Garth Scheck of Wiggins, Leah Johnson of Washington, D.C., Katie Johnson of Loveland, Jonathon Schwindt and wife Tina of Colorado Springs and Jared Schwindt and wife Cammie of Loveland; six great-grandchildren, Sage Baldwin and Madysen Schwindt and four step-great-grandchildren.
She also is survived by her sisters, Lilly Gieck of Lakewood, Gladys Sterkel and husband Vernon of Lakewood, Ruth Dill and husband Ed of Greeley; her brother, Melvin Frank and wife Joyce of Longmont; and brothers- and sisters-in-law; and about 20 nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by: Her parents; a son, William H. Schwindt Jr., and an infant son, Melvin Gene; a sister Olinda Bernhardt; and brothers Philip Frank, Sam Frank, Daniel "Jerry" Frank and Allen "Sonny" Frank.
Services: 11 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational Church, Loveland.
Interment: Loveland Burial Park.
Visitation: An hour before services Monday at the church.
Note: Memorial gifts may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 S. Boise Ave., Loveland, CO 80538.
ibbey Fishburn Funeral Home
Loveland, Colorado
Florine E. Bauer
(June 15, 1930 - June 16, 2007)
Florine E. Bauer
Florine E. Bauer, 77, of Loveland passed away June 16, 2007 at Longmont United Hospital.
She was born June 15, 1930 in Johnstown, Colorado to Alexander Rutt and Mollie Achziger. She married Alvin Bauer on November 20, 1949 in Loveland, Colorado. They have lived in the Loveland area all of their lives.
She was a secretary for Proctor Oil Company. She enjoyed flower and
vegetable gardening, and playing with her great grandchildren.
Florine is survived by her husband, Alvin Bauer of Loveland; daughter,
Sandra Thoutt and husband Randy of Greeley; son, Harvey Bauer of
Loveland; brother, Herman Rutt and wife Mildred of Longmont; sister,
Rachel Wilson and husband Leroy of Loveland; 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Mollie Rutt; 4 brothers, Alex, Elmer, Ray, and Dan.Funeral service, Wednesday, 1:00p.m., Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home. Interment, Loveland Burial Park. Viewing at the Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral
Home, Tuesday, 5-7p.m.. Memorial contributions to Hospice care of
Boulder and Broomfield counties in care of Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80537.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
20 Jun 2007
Henry "Hank" Rieb, 90, died June 16, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 21, at the First Congregational Church with Pastor Matt Gordon officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational Church.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the casket will be open at the church prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com.
Henry was born April 25, 1917 in Windsor, Colo. the son of Peter and Marie (Bachman) Rieb. In 1924 the family moved to the Scottsbluff area where he was confirmed in the Zion Evangelical Church and it was there he met and later married Katherine "Kate" Green. Henry and Katherine were married in Scottsbluff on Sept. 6, 1936. Henry farmed until 1967 when he moved to Torrington where he began his career with the City of Torrington per-forming various jobs and eventually working for the water department until he retired in 1979. The family became members of the First Congregational Church when they first arrived in Torrington. After fifty-seven years of marriage, Henry lost his beloved wife Katherine on Oct. 24, 1992. Henry married Mildred Martin Feb. 14, 1995, and she died Aug. 4, 1996.
Henry was a member of both the Moose and Elk's lodges in Torrington. He had a passion for polka music and was an honorary member of the Torrington September Fest. In his early 80's, Henry began taking classes, passed, and became a member of the Citizen's Force with the Torrington Police Department.
Over the years Henry made many friends and always had a smile for everyone. He enjoyed working in his garden and had a special fondness for growing roses. He enjoyed a variety of sports, which included both the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Denver Broncos. However, his number one passion was NASCAR racing. He enjoyed making model horsedrawn beet wagons. He has a talent for seeing something and then going home to build it. Henry was full of life, a great storyteller, left his impression on everyone he met, and was never afraid of hard work. He led a full and productive life, was loved by many, and will be missed by all.
Survivors include his sister, Elma Hilzer of Scottsbluff; children and their spouses, Marvin and Sandy (Hankins) Rieb of Torrington, Patricia and Tom Anderson of Brighton, Colo., Carol and Terry Lofink of Torrington, Nancy and Roy Brewer of Onalaska, Wis., and Cindi Rieb of Westminster, Colo.; grandchildren, Andrea (Rieb) and Jay Johnson, Scott and Tammy Anderson, Tom and Karen Anderson, Shellee (Rieb) and Wade Wells, Terry Conrad and Whitne Lofink, Michael and Brenda Brewer, Stephanie (Brewer) and Kent Manglitz, and Jodi (Brewer) and Paul Zaugg; seventeen great-grandchildren; a great-great grandson; and step-children, Larry and Linda Martin and Stan Martin.
Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Katherine; second wife, Mildred; son, Ronald; brothers, Carl, Herman, and Pete; and sisters, Rosie, Kate, and Mary.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
20 Jun 2007
ALEDO, Texas - Dustyn Don Frank was born Oct. 5, 1981, in Billings.
Dustyn attended school in Glendive, Mont., and graduated from Aledo High School in 2000. Dustyn was captain of the Aledo High School basketball team his junior and senior year of high school. He attended college at the University of Texas in Austin; Sam Houston State University in Huntsville; and Weatherford College in Weatherford. At the time of Dustyn's death, he was the director of All About Kids Daycare in Weatherford.
Dustyn died in a vehicle accident in Aledo on June 17, 2007.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 22, at Aledo Methodist Church. Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Home, 913 N. Elm St., Weatherford, TX 76086, 817-594-2747, 1-800-593-2747, is in charge of arrangements.
Dustyn was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Valentine Frank of Laurel; uncle Doug Frank of Laurel; and aunt Vicki Bjorgum of Billings, great-grandparents, Oscar and Evelyn Bjorgum Sr. of Billings, and Mathilda and M.I. "Pop" Merritt.
He is survived by his parents, Donald and Danna (Bjorgum) Frank of Aledo; sisters Vicki Grizzle of Fort Worth and Amanda Frank of Aledo; nieces, Alyxandra, Victorya and Samantha Grizzle of Fort Worth; grandparents, Oscar and Jackie Bjorgum of Billings; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins of Billings and Laurel, Mont.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Dustyn Frank Memorial, c/o Weatherford National Bank, PO Box 279 Aledo, TX 76008, 817-441-9551.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
20 Jun 2007
JOLIET - Alma "Johnie" Irene Hardt, 78, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at her home in Joliet. She was born May 27, 1929, in Laurel, the daughter of George and Pauline (Brenning) Hardt. She graduated from Billings Senior High School.
Johnie moved to Sacramento, Calif., after graduation to work in retail sales at Carmichael Drug. She returned to Joliet to help care for her parents and worked as an Avon consultant for 24 years. Last November, she adopted "Suzy," a kitten, from her sister. Suzy quickly became the highlight of Johnie's life! In 2006, Johnie got a phone at her home and quickly made up for the years without one. She chatted daily with her sister Wilma, niece Sally and dear friend Sheryl.
Alma is survived by her sister, Wilma (Ed) Tuomi of Billings; brother Harold (Betty) Hardt of Joliet; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both her parents and her sister, Dorthea Knaub.
The family would like to thank Sheryl Smith and Larry Mathis for keeping a watchful eye on Johnie and helping care for her.
Memorial services will be held at the Joliet Cemetery on Friday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
Journal Advocate
Sterling, Colorado
06-20-2007
Florence Mae (Koenig) Luckey
April 10, 1912 - June 16, 2007
Florence M. Luckey, 95, a longtime resident of Sterling, died June 16,
2007, in Thornton, due to complications of old age.
Graveside memorial services and burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, June 20, at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling.
Mrs. Luckey was born April 10, 1912, to Jacob Edward Koenig and Ethel Jane (Dickerson) Koenig in Sterling. She graduated from Sterling High School in 1929.
In 1932, she married Roy Leo Luckey, a banker. In the years prior to his death in 1970, they lived in Sterling and were active in the Catholic Church. After her husband’s death, Mrs. Luckey moved to Boulder to be near her children.
After a 23-year period in Boulder, Mrs. Luckey moved to Westminster. In 2002 she moved to Northglenn, to live with her daughter and son-in-law. She was the proud grandmother of 27 grandchildren and the very delighted great-grandmother of 40 and great-great-grandmother to 23. Grandmother
was a good friend and confidant to her grandchildren, and nothing gave
her more joy than to spend time with the great-grandchildren.
Florence is survived by her daughter, Loretta and her husband Jerry of Northglenn; her son, Dick and his wife Pat of Aurora; her son, Bill and his wife Heather of Rockville, M.D.; her son, Dennis and his wife Linda of Westminster; her son, Joe and his wife Mara of Westminster; 27 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Luckey was preceded in death by her husband, Roy; daughter, Mary
Ellen; son, Tom; her parents; and her brother, Perry “Bunk.”
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Luckey’s name to Hospice of
the Plains Inc, 411 W. Main, Sterling, CO 80751.
Frank Senger
The Jamestown Sun
Published Thursday, June 21, 2007
Frank M. Senger, 81, Devils Lake, N.D., died Friday, June 15, 2007, at MeritCare Palliative Care Center, Fargo, N.D.
Mr. Senger was born May 24, 1926, near Orrin, N.D., the son of Anton and Mary (Axtman) Senger. He grew up on a farm near Devils Lake where he attended a country school. He married Amelia Schwan in 1944. He worked for Tubbys Conoco before opening his own Phillips 66 service station which he operated until 1966. He then moved to Grafton where he worked at the Ford dealership for a few years. He moved to Fargo and worked for Wallworks Ford until he retired. He spent his time between Devils Lake and Arizona. He enjoyed animals and fixing things.
He is survived by a son, Steve (Susan), Jamestown; two daughters, Antonette Toni (Larry) Busch, Puyallup, Wash., and Marilynn (Ron) Hannesson, West Fargo, N.D.; a daughter-in-law, Virge Senger, Salome, Ariz.; a brother, Tim (Rose), Devils Lake; eight sisters, Jennie Bertsch, Marcella (Julius) Schafer and Donna (Joe) Leiphon, all of Devils Lake, Louise (Eddie) Everson and Diane Christianson, both Bismarck, N.D., Frances Wentz, Toppenish, Wash., Isabelle (Paul) Bosch, Sebeka, Minn., and Marie (Joe) Bosch; a sister-in-law, Catherine Senger, Gully, Minn.; 16 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two sons, Dennis and Joseph; his parents; three brothers Joseph, Wendt and John; a sister, Margaret Jager; four brothers-in-law, Mike Jager, Fred Bertsch, Ray Wentz and Arnie Christianson; and two grandsons, Matthew Hannesson and Collin Bryl.
Services: held Tuesday, St. Josephs Catholic Church, Devils Lake. Arrangements by Gilbertson Funeral Home, Devils Lake.
Burial: St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery, Devils Lake.
Journal Advocate
Sterling, Colorado
06-20-2007
Florence Mae (Koenig) Luckey
April 10, 1912 - June 16, 2007
Florence M. Luckey, 95, a longtime resident of Sterling, died June 16, 2007, in Thornton, due to complications of old age.
Graveside memorial services and burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling.
Mrs. Luckey was born April 10, 1912, to Jacob Edward Koenig and Ethel Jane (Dickerson) Koenig in Sterling. She graduated from Sterling High School in 1929.
In 1932, she married Roy Leo Luckey, a banker. In the years prior to his death in 1970, they lived in Sterling and were active in the Catholic Church. After her husband’s death, Mrs. Luckey moved to Boulder to be near her children.
After a 23-year period in Boulder, Mrs. Luckey moved to Westminster. In 2002 she moved to Northglenn, to live with her daughter and son-in-law. She was the proud grandmother of 27 grandchildren and the very delighted great-grandmother of 40 and great-great-grandmother to 23. Grandmother was a good friend and confidant to her grandchildren, and nothing gave her more joy than to spend time with the great-grandchildren.
Florence is survived by her daughter, Loretta and her husband Jerry of Northglenn; her son, Dick and his wife Pat of Aurora; her son, Bill and his wife Heather of Rockville, M.D.; her son, Dennis and his wife Linda of Westminster; her son, Joe and his wife Mara of Westminster; 27 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Luckey was preceded in death by her husband, Roy; daughter, Mary Ellen; son, Tom; her parents; and her brother, Perry “Bunk.”
Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Luckey’s name to Hospice of the Plains Inc, 411 W. Main, Sterling, CO 80751.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
20 Jun 2007
JOLIET - Alma "Johnie" Irene Hardt, 78, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at her home in Joliet. She was born May 27, 1929, in Laurel, the daughter of George and Pauline (Brenning) Hardt. She graduated from Billings Senior High School.
Johnie moved to Sacramento, Calif., after graduation to work in retail sales at Carmichael Drug. She returned to Joliet to help care for her parents and worked as an Avon consultant for 24 years. Last November, she adopted "Suzy," a kitten, from her sister. Suzy quickly became the highlight of Johnie's life! In 2006, Johnie got a phone at her home and quickly made up for the years without one. She chatted daily with her sister Wilma, niece Sally and dear friend Sheryl.
Alma is survived by her sister, Wilma (Ed) Tuomi of Billings; brother Harold (Betty) Hardt of Joliet; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by both her parents and her sister, Dorthea Knaub.
The family would like to thank Sheryl Smith and Larry Mathis for keeping a watchful eye on Johnie and helping care for her.
Memorial services will be held at the Joliet Cemetery on Friday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral & Cremation Service.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
20 Jun 2007
ALEDO, Texas - Dustyn Don Frank was born Oct. 5, 1981, in Billings.
Dustyn attended school in Glendive, Mont., and graduated from Aledo High School in 2000. Dustyn was captain of the Aledo High School basketball team his junior and senior year of high school. He attended college at the University of Texas in Austin; Sam Houston State University in Huntsville; and Weatherford College in Weatherford. At the time of Dustyn's death, he was the director of All About Kids Daycare in Weatherford.
Dustyn died in a vehicle accident in Aledo on June 17, 2007.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 22, at Aledo Methodist Church. Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Home, 913 N. Elm St., Weatherford, TX 76086, 817-594-2747, 1-800-593-2747, is in charge of arrangements.
Dustyn was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Valentine Frank of Laurel; uncle Doug Frank of Laurel; and aunt Vicki Bjorgum of Billings, great-grandparents, Oscar and Evelyn Bjorgum Sr. of Billings, and Mathilda and M.I. "Pop" Merritt.
He is survived by his parents, Donald and Danna (Bjorgum) Frank of Aledo; sisters Vicki Grizzle of Fort Worth and Amanda Frank of Aledo; nieces, Alyxandra, Victorya and Samantha Grizzle of Fort Worth; grandparents, Oscar and Jackie Bjorgum of Billings; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins of Billings and Laurel, Mont.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Dustyn Frank Memorial, c/o Weatherford National Bank, PO Box 279 Aledo, TX 76008, 817-441-9551.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 6/20/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
20 Jun 2007
Henry "Hank" Rieb, 90, died June 16, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 21, at the First Congregational Church with Pastor Matt Gordon officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Memorials may be directed to the First Congregational Church.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the casket will be open at the church prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com.
Henry was born April 25, 1917 in Windsor, Colo. the son of Peter and Marie (Bachman) Rieb. In 1924 the family moved to the Scottsbluff area where he was confirmed in the Zion Evangelical Church and it was there he met and later married Katherine "Kate" Green. Henry and Katherine were married in Scottsbluff on Sept. 6, 1936. Henry farmed until 1967 when he moved to Torrington where he began his career with the City of Torrington per-forming various jobs and eventually working for the water department until he retired in 1979. The family became members of the First Congregational Church when they first arrived in Torrington. After fifty-seven years of marriage, Henry lost his beloved wife Katherine on Oct. 24, 1992. Henry married Mildred Martin Feb. 14, 1995, and she died Aug. 4, 1996.
Henry was a member of both the Moose and Elk's lodges in Torrington. He had a passion for polka music and was an honorary member of the Torrington September Fest. In his early 80's, Henry began taking classes, passed, and became a member of the Citizen's Force with the Torrington Police Department.
Over the years Henry made many friends and always had a smile for everyone. He enjoyed working in his garden and had a special fondness for growing roses. He enjoyed a variety of sports, which included both the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Denver Broncos. However, his number one passion was NASCAR racing. He enjoyed making model horsedrawn beet wagons. He has a talent for seeing something and then going home to build it. Henry was full of life, a great storyteller, left his impression on everyone he met, and was never afraid of hard work. He led a full and productive life, was loved by many, and will be missed by all.
Survivors include his sister, Elma Hilzer of Scottsbluff; children and their spouses, Marvin and Sandy (Hankins) Rieb of Torrington, Patricia and Tom Anderson of Brighton, Colo., Carol and Terry Lofink of Torrington, Nancy and Roy Brewer of Onalaska, Wis., and Cindi Rieb of Westminster, Colo.; grandchildren, Andrea (Rieb) and Jay Johnson, Scott and Tammy Anderson, Tom and Karen Anderson, Shellee (Rieb) and Wade Wells, Terry Conrad and Whitne Lofink, Michael and Brenda Brewer, Stephanie (Brewer) and Kent Manglitz, and Jodi (Brewer) and Paul Zaugg; seventeen great-grandchildren; a great-great grandson; and step-children, Larry and Linda Martin and Stan Martin.
Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Katherine; second wife, Mildred; son, Ronald; brothers, Carl, Herman, and Pete; and sisters, Rosie, Kate, and Mary.
ibbey Fishburn Funeral Home
Loveland, Colorado
Florine E. Bauer
(June 15, 1930 - June 16, 2007)
Florine E. Bauer
Florine E. Bauer, 77, of Loveland passed away June 16, 2007 at Longmont United Hospital.
She was born June 15, 1930 in Johnstown, Colorado to Alexander Rutt and Mollie Achziger. She married Alvin Bauer on November 20, 1949 in Loveland, Colorado. They have lived in the Loveland area all of their lives.
She was a secretary for Proctor Oil Company. She enjoyed flower and
vegetable gardening, and playing with her great grandchildren.
Florine is survived by her husband, Alvin Bauer of Loveland; daughter,
Sandra Thoutt and husband Randy of Greeley; son, Harvey Bauer of
Loveland; brother, Herman Rutt and wife Mildred of Longmont; sister,
Rachel Wilson and husband Leroy of Loveland; 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Mollie Rutt; 4 brothers, Alex, Elmer, Ray, and Dan.
Funeral service, Wednesday, 1:00p.m., Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home. Interment, Loveland Burial Park. Viewing at the ibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, Tuesday, 5-7p.m.. Memorial contributions to Hospice care of
Boulder and Broomfield counties in care of Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home, 1102 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80537.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
06-17-2007
Dorothy Schwindt
Nov. 17, 1928-June 13, 2007
Age: 78
Residence: Loveland
Tribute: Dorothy Mary Schwindt was born was born to Philip and Charlotte Frank and grew up in the Loveland/Johnstown area. Her parents and grandparents were German-Russian immigrants who settled and farmed in a
little known area of the American West: the sugar producing farmlands of northern Colorado.
Her family quickly integrated into the area that depended on immigrant
families. As tenant farmers and factory workers, they quickly became part of the local fabric. She grew up in a family with 10 brothers and sisters. It was always fun to listen to stories of their childhood antics during the Great Depression and beyond.
Mrs. Schwindt learned to work hard at a very young age on the farm and
in the beet fields. The work ethic stayed with her throughout her life
and was passed on as a value to all of her family. She attended schools
in the Johnstown area, and at the height 5 feet 10 inches, she was
involved in girls' basketball in high school.She was confirmed at the First Congregational Church in Loveland, where she also married William H. "Bill" Schwindt on Jan. 26, 1947. They celebrated 60 years of marriage in January.
Mrs. Schwindt was a caring and generous person. She was always willing to set aside her own needs to help anyone struggling in her family. She was a strong woman who her family could consistently rely on, and she embodied a spirit for life few are lucky to possess. She enjoyed her six grandchildren and two great-granddaughters along with four adopted great-grandchildren.
She loved flowers and cooked of some of the best German dishes ever made without a recipe, a talent that will be missed by her friends and family. Spending time with her grandchildren was one of her favorite activities, and they will forever cherish the wonderful relationship and lasting memories they have of their grandma.
Mrs. Schwindt died Wednesday at North Shore Care Facility, Loveland.
Survivors: Her husband, William "Bill" Schwindt; her daughters, Karen Scheck and husband Gary and Lola Johnson and husband Cliff, all of Loveland; six grandchildren, Angie Baldwin and husband Derek of Iowa, Garth Scheck of Wiggins, Leah Johnson of Washington, D.C., Katie Johnson of Loveland, Jonathon Schwindt and wife Tina of Colorado Springs and Jared Schwindt and wife Cammie of Loveland; six great-grandchildren,
Sage Baldwin and Madysen Schwindt and four step-great-grandchildren.
She also is survived by her sisters, Lilly Gieck of Lakewood, Gladys Sterkel and husband Vernon of Lakewood, Ruth Dill and husband Ed of Greeley; her brother, Melvin Frank and wife Joyce of Longmont; and brothers- and sisters-in-law; and about 20 nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by: Her parents; a son, William H. Schwindt Jr., and
an infant son, Melvin Gene; a sister Olinda Bernhardt; and brothers Philip Frank, Sam Frank, Daniel "Jerry" Frank and Allen "Sonny" Frank.
Services: 11 a.m. Monday at the First Congregational Church, Loveland.
Interment: Loveland Burial Park.
Visitation: An hour before services Monday at the church.
Note: Memorial gifts may be made to First Congregational Church in care
of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 S. Boise Ave., Loveland, CO 80538
Greeley Tribune
Greeley. Colorado
06-13-2007
*Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler *
March 9, 1917 - June 11, 2007
Age: 90
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Elizabeth "Betty" Fritzler was born in Ault to George and Mary
(Foos) Ruff.
She was raised in Mitchell, Neb., and attended schools there. In October of 1940, she married Robert Fritzler in Nebraska.In 1972, she moved to a farm east of Greeley.
Mrs. Frizler was a member of Christian Science in Greeley. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, and painting. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She took care of her grandsons after their mother passed away. She was a devoted caregiver to her daughter, Joyce.
Mrs. Fritzler died Monday at Life Care Center in Greeley.
Survivors: Her husband, Robert Fritzler of Greeley; daughter, Joyce Marie Fritzler of Greeley; sisters, Helen Morris of Pennsylvania and Martha Eisele of Nebraska; a brother, Robert Ruff of Sterling; grandsons, Craig Ehrlick of Greeley, and Chad and wife Robi Ehrlick of Eaton; and grandchildren, Jessica Ehlrick, Sarah Ehlrick, Allison
Ehlrick and Tiffany Ehlrick, all of Greeley, and Wyatt Ehlrick of Eaton.
Preceded in death by: Her parents; her daughter, Patricia "Pat" Ann
Ehrlick; three brothers and two sisters.
Funeral service: 11 a.m. Thursday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Visitation: 3-6 p.m. Wednesday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Note: Memorial contributions can be made to Schaffer Enterprises and/or
Community Advantage in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 West 28th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Please visit an online memorial at
www.mem.com
Chicago Tribune: 10th & 11th June 2007
> > Carol E. Altergott
> >
> >
> > Carol E. Altergott, nee Schweigerdt, beloved wife
> > of Richard; dearest mother of Patricia (Wayne) Beal,
> > Judy (Michael) Kern and Lynn Creighton; loving
> > grandmother of Jeffrey, Carolynn, Daniel, Michael
> > and Ann Marie; fond sister of Joan Schneider and the
> > late Henry Schweigerdt. Meet at Eden UCC, Tuesday,
> > June 12, 2007, 5051 W. Gunnison for 11 a.m. service.
> > Entombment Acacia Park Cemetery. Visitation Monday,
> > 5 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Eden
> > UCC or Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
> > appreciated
asper Star Tribune
Casper, WY
Blair Duane Meyers
Thursday, June 07, 2007
LANDER -- Memorial services for Blair Duane Meyers, 82, will be held in Lander at a later date.
He died June 4, 2007, at Central Wyoming Hospice Home.
He was born July 20, 1924, in Bloomfield, Neb., the son of Martin L. and Lena (Engel) Meyers.
During World War II, he served with the U.S. Army in France, Luxembourg and Germany.
On Oct. 21, 1950, he married Romona Bell in Lander.
He operated and was part-owner of French/Myers Outfitters in Sinks Canyon. He drove for Salt Creek Freightways from 1957 through 1984, when he retired. He then drove the Lander Senior Citizen bus.
He was a longtime member of the American Legion and VFW, holding various positions in both, including post commander and chaplain.
His interests and hobbies included hunting, fishing, road trips, adventures with his grandchildren and his cabin at South Pass City.
Survivors include his daughter, Marsha Moye and her husband of Casper; son, Michael B. Meyers of Lander; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, a sister, Estella Woollett and his parents.
Memorials may be sent to Central Wyoming Hospice, 319 S. Wilson, Casper, 82601.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
6 Jun 2007
On a Thursday, April 23, 1959, Kathleen Terri Giesick was born to Adam and Clara Giesick in Billings. She was the fourth of five children.
On June 3, 2007, Terri passed away at her home in Billings of breast cancer; she fought a long and heroic battle. And during that battle, there was always a smile.
Terri grew up on the family farm in Shepherd. She attended Pioneer Progressive Grade School and graduated from Shepherd High School.
Terri worked for the County Attorney's Office as Office Manager for 21 years. She was currently working at Global Crossing.
Terri loved to travel, especially to Mexico. Terri was very much the adventurer at heart. She loved to garden and do beadwork. Terri would make the most beautiful bracelets, necklaces, pins and ornaments. Terri also collected hearts.
On Oct. 13, 2006, Terri collected her most important heart, the man of her dreams, Harry Hoving. They were married in Jamaica.
Terri always felt that the most important things in her life were home, family and friends.
Preceding her in death was her father Adam Giesick; her parental grandparents, John and Katherine Giesick; her maternal grandparents, Edward and Pauline Siewert; and also her loving pet, "Charlie the Dog."
Survivors include her husband, Harry; her mother, Clara Giesick from Billings; her sister, Susan (Tom) Kaiser from Billings, their children, Pete, Garry, Leeann and Jody; three brothers, Scott (Kathy) Giesick of Forsyth and their children, Jenna, Amber, Chris and Carrie, Bill (Valerie) Giesick from Billings and their children, Adam, Michael and Curtis, Dennis (Donna) Giesick from Billings and their children, Eric, Joshua and Shawn; sister-in-law, Patty (Ron) Dod and their children, Allison, Daniel and Ronnie of Florida; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Terri will be missed tremendously by all who knew her. She will always have a special place in our hearts. God, please take care of our wife, daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. We all love her so much.
Cremation has taken place. There will be a prayer gathering at the Cremation or Funeral Gallery at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Following the gathering, there will be a celebration of Terri's life at North Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Cremation or Funeral Gallery, 29 Eighth St. West.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
5 Jun 2007
Brandon James Wertz, 25, of Scottsbluff passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff after a courageous battle with auto immune hepatitis.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 11, at the American Legion Hall in Alliance. Abiding by his wishes, cremation has taken place at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory.
Memorials are asked to be made to the family. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com
Brandon was born Dec. 3, 1981 in Kimball to Allen and Mitzi (Starke) Wertz. He graduated from Kimball High School with the Class of 2000.
Brandon is survived by his mother and step-father Mitzi and Dwight Knaub of Scottsbluff and Alliance; father and step-mother, Allen and Lisa Wertz of Wichita, Kan.; grandparents, Rudy and Pat Starke of Alliance and Jim and Joy Wertz of Kimball; step-grandmother, Wilma Knaub of Alliance; half-sister and brother-in-law, Heather and Kevin Hinzman of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; half-brother, Justin Wertz of Wheat Ridge, Colo.; step-sister, Kelly Robinson of Alliance; step-sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Mike Russell of Alliance; step-brother and sister-in-law, Casey and Misty Knaub of Alliance; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
His half-brother Jared Wertz preceded Brandon in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
5 Jun 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Rhynie "Sonny" Brockel, Jr, 64, died on June 2, 2007 at his home in Torrington. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, June 7, at the Rendezvous Center at the Goshen County Fairgrounds with Pastor Ward Snyder officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery.
Visitation hours will be held at the Colyer Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7p.m.; Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m.; and the casket will be closed at the service.
Memorial contributions directed to the family would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends are invited to send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com
Rhynie, 'Sonny,' was born May 3, 1943 in Yoder, Wyo. the son of Rhynie and Esther (Arntt) Brockel, Sr. He grew up and attended school at Torrington and then served in the Wyoming National Guard and later in the US Army during Vietnam. He returned to Torrington and worked at Z & W Mill. Sonny married Donna Main at Torrington on Sept. 15, 1972. He continued to work at Z & W Mill until 1986 when he went to farming with Terry Lofink. Sonny also worked at Golden Manor and then for the Goshen County Fairgrounds. He retired and then continued to work at the fairgrounds parttime.
Sonny enjoyed working outdoors. He loved to fish, and was a bull rider at local rodeos. He was a past member of the American Legion Travis Snow Post #5.
He is survived by his wife, Donna of Torrington; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Chip Voshell of Torrington; son, Johnny Rittenhouse also of Torrington; sisters, Edna Firkus and her husband, Carroll, of Racine, Wis.; and Darlene Herder of Denver; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Jill Brockel of Torrington; grandson, Patrick, who serves with the Nebraska National Guard, and his wife Brittni Voshell of Torrington; granddaughters, Crystal Voshell of Scottsbluff and Ashlee Voshell of Torrington; sisters-in-law, Gloria Brockel of Torrington; Cathy Bogus of Laramie, Wyo.; and Jeannette (Paul) Covello of Torrington; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, brothers, Ruben and Ray Brockel; and niece, Rhonda Brockel, preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
2 Jun 2007
RIO LINDA, Calif. - Robert L. Suhr, formerly of Bayard died Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at home of natural causes.
Memorial services were held May 13, in Sacramento, Calif.
Inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff at a later date.
Robert was born Feb. 27, 1929. He married Mildred Schlauger Nov. 14, 1954 in Scottsbluff. They had five children. He enlisted in the Army in 1948.
Robert worked for B&C Steel in 1952, he moved to California in 1958. He worked running heavy equipment.
Survivors include sons, Robin Suhr, Rio Linda, Harold Suhr, Sacramento, Calif.; daughters, Sheila Suhr, Sacramento, Sharon Ballaglia, Sacramento; sisters, Anna Simmons, Cheyenne, Wyo. Dorothy Fillis, Gering, Bernice Whitehead, Durant, Okla., and Patricia (Richard) Kraus, Greeley, Colo.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Louie and Martha (Rayborn) Suhr, son Dale Suhr, a brother and two sisters.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
06-02-2007
Ruth Snorgrass
Dec. 10, 1918-May 19, 2007
Age: 88
Residence: Council, Idaho, formerly of Keenesburg
Tribute: Ruth Ethel Snorgrass was born in Greeley to John F. and Hallie Ethel (Werkheiser) Oster.
In 1940, she married Wade Andy Snorgrass in Fort Lupton.
Mrs. Snorgrass lived in Keenesburg for more than 60 years. In 1998, she moved to Council to live with her son Butch and daughter-in-law Becky. During the summers of 1953, 1954 and 1955, she and her husband and sons, Wade and Butch, owned and operated a duderanch on Lookout Mountain.
Mrs. Snorgrass was a longtime Tupperware dealer in the Keenesburg area. She sewed many colorful quilt tops that she gave to many family members and friends.
Mrs. Snorgrass had a wonderful sense of humor, a delightful smile and a generous heart. She died May 19 in Council.
Survivors: A son, Floyd "Butch" and wife Becky of Council; four brothers, Ted and Jim of La Salle, John of Kersey and Ivan of Lochbuie; and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Preceded in death by: Her husband in 1979, a son Wade in 1984, her parents, three brothers, Lewis, Richard and Floyd Oster and a sister, Joy Kreitzer.
Graveside services were May 25 at Elmwood Cemetery, Brighton.
Note: Cards and letters of condolence may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Snorgrass, 2644 Upper Dale Road, Council, ID 83612.
Olinda Ostwald Schneider Weibert
At the age of 85, Olinda Weibert, our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at Billings Health and Rehab. She was born Olinda Ostwald on Oct. 13, 1921, in Bridger, the daughter of Conrad and Elizabeth (Fox) Ostwald. Linda graduated from Laurel High School.
In April of 1940, Linda was united in marriage to Alex Schneider in Hardin. They raised three children. After 46 years of marriage, Alex died in 1986.
The summer of 1989, Linda married Henry Weibert in Columbus, where they lived for three years before moving to Billings. Henry died in 1997.
Linda was a devoted member of the Christ Evangelical & Reformed Church in Hardin. Her hobbies included gardening, caring for her yard and the beautiful flowers she grew and she was an avid reader.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Alex and Henry; sisters, Lydia, Martha and Betty; brothers, Edward, Harry, Bill, Harold, Herman and baby George; great-grandson, Jack Arbogast, Jr.; two sons-in-law, Jack Arbogast, Sr. and Seth Kates. She leaves behind her daughter, Lorelei Kates of Billings; sons, Alex (Pam) Schneider, Jr. of Butte and Aubrey (Judy) Schneider of Billings; sister, Marge (Lloyd) Schell of Billings; brothers, Eugene (Judy) of Thompson Falls, George (Genie) of Columbus and Frank (Sandy) of Shepherd; sisters-in-law, Vera Weibert of Hardin and Katherine Hartung of Garryowen; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Linda's family would like the extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Billings Health and Rehab for the kindness and special care given during her stay with them. Also, her roommate, Alvina, who was Linda's best friend, thank you for being there and remaining such a good friend.
Visitation for Olinda was from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Dahl Funeral Chapel in Billings. Her funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, at the E & R Church in Hardin. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hardin. Memorials may be made to the E&R Church in Hardin or to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel in Hardin and Billings.
Published in the Billings Gazette from 5/29/2007 - 5/30/2007.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
31 May 2007
Selma I. Ehli, 86, of Cheyenne died May 29 at Cheyenne Healthcare.
She was born June 5, 1920, in Expansion, N.D., and had lived here for eight years with prior residence of seven years in Richardton, N.D., and 42 years on the family ranch.
Mrs. Ehli was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary and AARP.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Carol Ehli of Moore, Okla.; a daughter and son-in-law, Charlene and Michael Rushing of Cheyenne; a brother, Albert Wittmayer of Hazen, N.D.; two sisters, Frieda Lukins of Pick City, N.D., and Earna Sailer of Hazen; one grandchild; three step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Shirley Ehli and Frieda Ehli, both of Arizona and Mary Ehli of Kansas.
Mrs. Ehli was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Ehli Jr. on Dec. 25, 1998; two sons, Ronald Ehli and Robert Ehli; a daughter, Darlene Ehli; six brothers; and two sisters.
She loved to play bingo and do crafts and had the unique ability of being loved by all that met her.
Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Golgotha Lutheran Church in Golden Valley, N.D., and interment will follow in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery under the direction of Seibel Funeral Home.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
MITCHELL - Lawrence (Lorenz) Sell, Sr., 98, departed this life Sunday, May 27, 2007, at the Mitchell Care Center in Mitchell. He was a longtime resident of the North Platte Valley, having lived in Scottsbluff, Lyman, and Mitchell for most all of 95 years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Chapel in Scottsbluff. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery following the service.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 31, from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Jolliffe Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com.
Lawrence was born Aug. 6, 1908, in Frank, Russia - one of the Volga German communities from which many Western Nebraska families immigrated. With his parents, George and Anna Marie (Heizenrader) Sell, and four older siblings (Molly, John, Pauline, and Alexander), he came to the US as a small boy in 1912 through Ellis Island. Traveling by rail from New York City to initially live with relatives in Morrill. His family worked over the next decades as seasonal laborers on farms and in sugar factories. In addition, he drove gas and ready-mix trucks and sold used cars. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing and baseball.
He married Lydia Schledewitz (who also came to the US with her family as a two-year old from Yost, Russia) Jan. 30, 1928. Together, they raised three sons and three daughters.
Those who knew Lawrence recognized him as someone with a great memory for names, places, and events. His conversations often connected people he met with relatives, friends, and personal histories. He will long be remembered for this great capacity to recall and honor the past, including the spiritual aspects of life.
Survivors include his daughters, Betty (Vic) Loose and Elsie (Reiny) Foos, both of Scottsbluff; son, G. Roger (Bobbi) Sell of Springfield, Mo.; 27 grandchildren; and 43 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers (including Jack and Rueben); sisters; his wife, Lydia (in 1990); sons Lawrence Jr. and Marvin Sr.; and daughter, Ruth Weinmaster
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
Annie Green, 94, of Scottsbluff, died Monday, May 28, 2007 at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Dale Brown officiating. Interment will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff.
Friends who wish may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and at the funeral.
A memorial has been established to the church.
Annie was born May 31, 1912 in Milwaukee, Wis. to Nicholas and Catherine E. (Spahn) Green. At an early age she moved with her family to the Lake Alice Community where she received her education. She had lived in the area all of her life.
She was a lifetime member of the Salem Congregational Church and sang in the church choir. Annie was a very kind and caring person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include her nieces, Florine Starkell of Scottsbluff and Arlene Harimon of Minatare; nephews, Marvin Green of Gering and Gary Green of Torrington, Wyo.; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Henry, Conrad H., Louis, Rueben B., and Dave Green; and sister, Molly Scott.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
30 May 2007
Harry Burbach, 90, of Scottsbluff, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff.
His funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 1, at the Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Paul Hebbert officiating. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to be held at a later time at the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park in Scottsbluff.
Memorials in his name may be made to the Farm & Ranch Museum, Prairie Haven Hospice or to the Diabetes Association.
Friends who wish may call at the funeral home Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday following the funeral service. His obituary may be viewed online at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com where condolences may be left for the family.
Harry was born June 28, 1916 in Lincoln, Neb. to Henry and Mary (Hessler) Burbach. At the age of eleven months, he moved with his family to the Scottsbluff area where he grew up and received his education. He married Ella Grasmick Dec. 15, 1937, in Scottsbluff. He and his wife farmed northeast of Scottsbluff until 1956. He then worked a number of years as a tank wagon driver for Kuxhaus Oil Company before moving to Montana in 1975 to farm with his son Roger. They returned to Scottsbluff in 1979 where he helped on various farms in the area until his retirement.
Harry loved to build and collect model tractors, but the true joy in his life were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He was a member of the Salem Congregational Church in Scottsbluff
Survivors include his sons, Ralph and his wife Jeannetta Burbach of Gering and Russell and his wife Joanie Burbach of Holdrege, Neb.; daughter-in-law, Karlene Burbach of Glendive, Mont.; grandchildren, Terry and his wife Bonnie Burbach of Fallon, Mont., Gregory and his wife Naomi Burbach of Glendive, Randy and his wife Vicki Burbach of Minatare, Sheri and her husband Brandon Grover of Gering and Mike and his wife Jill Burbach of Centennial, Colo.; great-grandchildren, Daniel and his wife Joy Burbach, Taylor Burbach, Amanda and her husband Bobby Hopper, Jordan Burbach, Ella Burbach, Ryan Burbach and Jacob Grover and a great-great grandson, Mason Hopper.
His parents, his wife Ella, son Roger, three brothers and three sisters preceded Harry in death.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-30-2007
Alma Magnuson
Aug. 21, 1915 - May 27, 2007
Age: 91
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Alma Magnuson was born in Loveland to John and Lena (Weber) Hoffman. She graduated from Loveland High School in 1934 and lived in and around Loveland, Greeley and Ault all of her life.
She owned Woody's Café in Greeley for years and then worked many years for the Ault Sanitation Board.
Mrs. Magnuson was a member of the Lutheran Church of Ault and the V.F.W. Post No. 4334. She was known for her friendly style and good sense of humor. She was loved and respected in her community and by her family and friends.
Mrs. Magnuson died Sunday at The Bridge in Greeley.
Survivors: Two sons, Warren "Woody" Woodmansee of Denver and Gary Woodmansee of Curlew, Wash.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her husband, C. Harvey Magnuson; a son, Kent Woods; and four brothers.
Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel, 702 13th St., Greeley.
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. today at Allnutt Macy Chapel.
Interment: Eaton Cemetery.
Note: Memorials to the Ault Senior Center in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Friends may view the online obit, sign the guest book and send condolences at www.allnutt.com
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-28-2007
Henry Spade Jr.
Sept. 7, 1916 - May 26, 2007
Age: 90
Residence: Loveland
Tribute: Henry Spade Jr. was born in Fort Morgan to Henry Spade Sr. and Elizabeth Kreiger Spade in Fort Morgan. He grew up in Fort Morgan, where he also attended schools. He farmed in the Fort Morgan area before moving to Loveland 50 years ago. He then farmed in the Loveland area until he retired in 1968. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Loveland, he loved fishing, bowling, the dog track, and he enjoyed his friends who would pick him up to go for coffee time. He also received the High Ten for his sugar beets for 13 years.
Mr. Spade died May 26 at Centennial Health Care Center in Greeley.
Preceded in death by: His parents; a son, Harvey Spade; eight brothers; and one sister.
Survivors: His daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Spade of Loveland; a brother, Joe Spade, of Kentucky; two grandchildren, Roger Spade and Pam Brenckle (Guy); two great-grandchildren, Alec and Melody Brenckle; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 30, at the First Congregational Church.
Viewing: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Viegut Funeral Home.
Interment: Loveland Burial Park.
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church in care of Viegut Funeral Home, 1440 N. Boise Ave. Loveland.
*Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-28-2007
Lydia Kraft
Nov. 24, 1910 - May 25, 2007
Age: 96
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Lydia S. Kraft was born in *Oberdorf, Russia *to George and
Anna Elizabeth (Weitzel) Schneider. She came to the United State in
October 1913 and lived in Greeley her entire life. On Jan. 19, 1936, she married George R. Kraft in Greeley. He died on Feb. 14, 1992.
Mr. Kraft worked in the laundry department at the Weld County General Hospital and she and her husband owned and operated the Dairy Creme on 7th Avenue and 14th Street for 29 years, retiring in 1969.
She was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Congregational Church and the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. She also was a
member of the AMICA Club in Greeley and had lived at the Greeley Place
for 15 1/2 years.
She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and she loved activities with her family.
Mrs. Kraft died Friday, May 25, at Centennial Health Center in Greeley.
Survivors: A daughter, Joann Weinmeister of Greeley; two grandsons, Lauren and his wife Krista Weinmeister of Johnstown, and Mark Weinmeister of Houston, Texas; two granddaughters, Karen and her husband Mark Sitzman of Greeley, and Vivian and her husband Brian Foss of Eaton; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granchildren.
Preceded in death by: Her husband; her parents; four brothers; five
sisters; and a son-in-law, Raymond Weinmeister, in 1993.
Funeral service: 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 30, at Allnutt Funeral Service
Macy Chapel.
Visitation: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at Allnutt Funeral Service - Macy Chapel.
Interment: Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley.
Note: Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Congregational
church in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
26 May 2007
Mary Louise “Peg” Bretz, 80, of Oshkosh, passed away Thursday evening, May 24, 2007, at the Garden County Hospital in Oshkosh.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at the St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Oshkosh with Bishop Joe Burnett and Mother Mary Lou Reynolds co-officiating. Inurnment will be in the Oshkosh City Cemetery.
At her request, cremation was held and there will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established to the Volunteer’s of America, St. George’s Episcopal Church or to the Oshkosh Library.
Holechek Funeral Home in Oshkosh is in charge of arrangements.
Peg was born on November 1, 1926, in Denver, Colo., the daughter of John and Jewell (Lowrance) Dunne. She grew up in Denver and received her education in Eaton, Colo. where she graduated from high school in 1944. She furthered her education at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, Colo. and received her Bachelor’s degree in home economics in 1948. While at Colorado State, she was the yearbook editor.
After college, Peg worked at the Montana State Extension Office as the Women’s Editor where she wrote columns and produced radio shows. Peg met John Bretz in Bozeman, and the couple was married on September 3, 1950, in Eaton. After John returned from over seas during the Korean War, they made their home in San Francisco, Calif. and Neligh, Nebraska before moving to Oshkosh in 1955.
Peg was active in the community. She worked at McCormac’s Variety for 25 years. She made numerous quilts for family and friends’ babies. While raising her four daughters, she was very active with 4-H and the Girl Scouts. True to her life-long love of literature, she was a member of the Writer’s Group, served on the Oshkosh Library Board, tutored Oshkosh Grade School students, read voraciously, and wrote memorable Christmas cards. She also played in bridge clubs for 50 years and occupied her spare time with crossword puzzles. She loved to garden, producing beautiful flowers and preserving fruits and vegetables from her efforts. Peg was very active in the church; she was one of the founding members of St. George’s Episcopal Church in 1962 and was ordained as a Deacon in 2005. She was also part of the Garden County Ministerial Association. Curious and interested in people of all cultures, Peg thrived on learning about them, especially the local history of Sand Creek.
Peg will be best known for being a loyal and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She adopted many of her children’s friends as her own; she has been known to spoil the cats as well. Overcoming many health problems, Peg had the comfort in knowing that she would receive excellent health care in Garden County.
She is survived by four daughters, Julie Bretz of Denver, Laurie Bretz of Denver, Meg Bretz-Freeland of Austin, Texas, and Amy Bretz of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter, Katie Freeland of Austin, Texas; and host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John in 1996 and her parents.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
25 May 2007
LAUREL - Allan Frank, 46, of Billings, died peacefully on May 23, 2007, at the Horizon House, where he had recently resided.
Allan was born on Sept. 30, 1960, to Elsie and Herman Frank, both of Laurel. Allan was raised in Laurel, where he graduated from Laurel High School in 1978. After graduation, Allan worked in retail for many years and then as a certified nurse's aidw in several area nursing homes. Allan loved working with the elderly and brought much comfort to all those that he touched in his short life. We will truly miss his smile and kind heart.
Allan was preceded in death by his parents. Allan is survived by his brother, Gerald (Jody); his brother, Ken (Maureen); and his sister, Karen (Steve) Frickel. Allan was a loving uncle to Jill (Karson), Jeremy (Maggie), Kara (Mark), Kim (Wade), Travis, Chloe and Liam and a loving great-uncle to Halle, Jenna, Josh, Justin and Kaycee.
Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 26, at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Interment will be in the Laurel Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Big Sky Hospice in memory of Allan.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 May 2007
ALLIANCE - Paul Alexander "Duke" Snyder, 68, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Rapid City Regional Hospital in Rapid City, S.D.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 29, at St. John's United Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Buschbom officiating. Burial with military rites will be in the Alliance Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent in care of the family at 1228 Duncan Avenue, Alliance, NE 69301.
Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Paul was born Nov. 23, 1938 in Northport, Neb., the sixth child to Carl and Elizabeth (Ehrhardt) Snyder. He was baptized at the Lutheran Church in Sidney and attended school in Sidney and Hemingford.
He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965. He worked for local farmers, Meter Smith Well Drilling and then in1968 and until currently owned and operated Snyder's Vacuum Sales and Service.
Paul married Geraldine L. (Jeri) Taylor Aug. 19, 1965. To this union three children were born, Jimmy, Paula and Troy.
He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a lifetime member of the Eagles Aerie #136. He enjoyed Stockcar Racing, Husker football, fishing, and farming and ranching.
He is survived by his wife Geraldine (Jeri); children, Jimmy Snyder and Paula Snyder, and grandson, Anthony Snyder all of Alliance; his brother, Carl (Ilene) Snyder, Jr. of Dugan, Calif.; sisters, Eva Burney of Cutbank, Mont., and Linda Voss of Hale Center, Texas; sister-in-law, Barbara Snyder of Alliance and numerous nieces and nephews.
His son Troy, his parents, two sisters, a brother and two brothers-in-law preceded him in death.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
25 May 2007
MORRILL - William James Hinman, 78, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 25, at East Lawn Cemetery in Minatare with Pastor Richard Reisig officiating.
The William Hinman Memorial Fund has been established in care of the family. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com
William was born April 8, 1929 in Minatare to Elton A. and Bessie Marie (Nelson) Hinman. He received his education in Minatare and married Dorothy Hardt Jan. 2, 1949 in Gering. He was a ditch rider for Gering/ Ft. Laramie Irrigation District until 1952 when he began his employment at Swift and Company for 23 years. After retiring from Swifts he returned to farming. He loved working with horses, hunting, fishing and spending time with and caring for his family.
Survivors include his wife Dorothy; daughter, Sandra Hinman of Lyman; sons-in-law, Mike Lowry of Yoder, Wyo. and Larry Sayre, of Morrill; grandsons, William (Glenna) Zwiebel, Lyman, Justin Zwiebel and his fiancé Angie Weiss of Mitchell and Andrew Grasmick of Oregon; step-grandchildren, Chad (Amber) Lowry, Torrington, Brad Lowry of Florida and Candice Lowry of Torrington, and seven great-grandchildren.
His parents, daughters Debra Sayre and Denise Lowry, brothers Bob and Don Hinman and sister Barbara preceded him in death.
EINES, Joanna M. 1915-2007
Joanna M. Deines, 91, passed away on May 10, 2007. She was born in Odessa, Wash., to William and Mary K. (Borgans) Eichler on Sept. 16, 1915. One of twelve children, she grew up in the Yakima Valley in Washington.
She moved to Portland in 1937 and married Jack C. Deines in November of 1938. Their marriage was blessed with two children, a son Jack W. and a daughter, Mary K. Lukens.
Joanna was an active member of Rivercrest Community Church, a charter member of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, and a member of Eastern Star. She dedicated her life to her church and her family and her many friends.
She also opened her home to her children's friends and many family members over the years as a place of refuge. There was always room for one more at Joanna's home and table. Over a period of ten years she opened her home and became a "billet Mom" to the many members of the Portland Winterhawks Hockey Team. "Grams" was always a favorite of the Winterhawks Players. Joanna was an extraordinary cook, whether preparing meals at home or for large church dinners, often feeding 500 - 1,000 people in the evening. No one left one of her meals hungry or unsatisfied. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave., Portland, OR on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Private interment will be at Rose City Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Rivercrest Community Church in her name. Public viewing will be held on Monday, May 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Ross Hollywood Funeral Home. Published in The Oregonian
Beatrice Elizabeth Jacobs
Beatrice Elizabeth Degnan Jacobs was born Dec. 28, 1915 in a farm home
north of Englewood, KS to Thomas Andrew and Nora Euphias Dunn Degnan.
In August of 1919 the family
moved south of Ashland where Bea attended the Sunnyvale School and later
St. Mary's Academy in Dodge City. Bea was a life long resident of Clark
County, a life member of St.Joseph's Catholic Church, a member of the
Altar Society,belonged to the Daughters of Isabella, and a member of Bear
Creek HDU. She worked as a cook for Ashland District Hospital. On Oct. 12,
1936, she married Leo Marcus Jacobs at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in
Ashland. He died Sept. 22, 1997. Bea was also preceded in death by her
parents and one grandson William Jacobs.
She had two children a son, Pat and his wife Ganell Lampe Jacobs and a
daughter, Martha and her husband Donald Crane. Her grandchildren include
Andy and Susan Jacobs and their son Will, Justin, TX, Wade and Cindy Jacobs,
Fort Worth, TX. and his daughter
Haley, Throckmorton. TX,
Rose Wells and her daughter Chelsie, Comanche, TX. Sarah
Patton, Sharon Springs,KS. and her son Zack Patton, Ashland, KS. and
Trevor Gruver, Scott City, KS, Shalah and Gary
White and their Sons Henry, Elliot, and Robert,
Ashland, KS. and Amy Crane, Ashland, KS. She is also survived by her sister
Mildred Hunter of San Jose, CA.
Bea died Sunday May 6, 2007 at Minneola District Hospital.
The vigil was held on Wednesday. May 9th at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's
Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 10th at 10:30
a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ashland,
with interment immediately following in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery.
Officiating were Fr. Maurice Cummings and Deacon Dwayne Lampe.
Pallbearers were Andy Jacobs, Wade Jacobs, Dirk Stanley, Gary White, Frank
Jacobs and Cletus
Mages. Honorary pallbearers were all of Bea's special friends.
Memorials may be made to
Minneola District Hospital Employees Fund or Ashland Long Term
Care Activities Fund in
care of Myatt Funeral
Home, Box 578 Ashland,
KS. 67831
All services were in care of
Myatt Funeral Home,
Ashland.
The Clark County Clipper
May 10 2007
Journal-Advocate
Sterling, Colorado
05-23-2007
Frances Mary Isaacson *
Oct. 3, 1930 - Feb. 13, 2007
Wednesday, May 23, 2007 1:17 PM MDT
Frances Mary Isaacson, 76, of Harlingen, Texas, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, at her home. A memorial service was held Feb. 24 at the Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home in Harlingen.
A private family service and inurnment will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Sterling at a later date.Mrs. Isaacson was born Oct. 3, 1930, to German-Russian immigrants, Adam and Frances (Appelhans) Gertge, north of Proctor. She was the ninth of
10 children.
She received her education in Atwood and Iliff and graduated from St. Anthony's.
In 1948, she married Dave Isaacson of Haxtun. They were later divorced.
Mrs. Isaacson is survived by her daughter, Margo and husband Fritz
Jaenike of Harlingen; two sons, Kirk and wife Mary Isaacson of St.
Charles, Ill., and Brad Isaacson of Benecia, Calif.; four grandchildren; her brother, George and wife Susie Gertge of Sterling; two sisters-in-law, Eva Gertge of Salt Lake City, and Sally Gertge of
Sterling; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers, Jake, John,
Phil, Joseph, Adam and Joseph; and two sisters, Mary Rhodes and
Catherine Monroe.
Tacoma WA - News Tribune 11 May 2007
Aileen Ruth (Neumann) McMahon passed away on May 8, 2007at
the LifeCare Center of Federal Way. Aileen was born on July
1, 1919 in Odessa Washington and grew up in the Wenatchee
area. She married Robert McMahon in 1938. Robert preceded
her in death in 1994. Most of her life she lived and worked
in the Puyallup area.
She is survived by her three children, Robert (Suzanne),
Martin (Shirley) and Patricia McMahon. She has 4
grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
An informal internment gathering was held on 10 May at the
Mountain View Memorial Park in Tacoma.
Published in The Bismarck Tribune on 5/22/2007.
HURDSFIELD - Bernice Weisz, 83, rural Hurdsfield, died May 18, 2007, at a Bismarck hospital. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25, at Hurdsfield Community Center. Burial will be in Seventh-day Adventist Cemetery, Goodrich.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hertz Funeral Home, Harvey.
Bernice Lucille (Meier) Weisz was born Feb. 19, 1924, near Denhoff, to Jacob and Katherina (Wolf) Meier. She attended rural school and was raised in Kidder County. She married Robert Weisz Nov. 4, 1946, at the home of Henry and Alice Weisz, Hurdsfield. They had a double wedding ceremony with Robert's sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Leo Widicker. Bernice farmed beside her husband.
She cared for her mother for 17 years, besides raising her children. She cherished her relationships with her children and their spouses. She especially enjoyed doting on her grandchildren. The grandchildren appreciated Grandma's love for table games. Bernice loved the Lord. She was a member of the Hurdsfield Seventh-day Adventist Church. She held many church offices throughout the years and especially loved teaching the youth of the church. Bernice supported Christian education ? sending the children through grade school and Sheyenne River Academy, and the daughters to Union College, in Nebraska.
Bernice enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. Bernice canned and froze the garden produce to continue to enjoy throughout the winter months. She loved to prepare German/Russian dishes for her family. Bernice enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and crocheting baby afghans. She also sewed for her children. Bernice was an avid reader. She enjoyed the art of letter writing, faithfully writing to her children and friends. She cherished her relationships with her friends and especially with her nieces and nephews.
Bernice will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Robert, rural Hurdsfield; three daughters, Renee (Peter) Hills, Applegate, Calif., Rita Weisz, Bismarck, and Rayleen (Alan) Hansen, Lakeville, Minn.; one son, Robin (Lori) Weisz, rural Hurdsfield; six grandchildren, Derek Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Kimberly (Mark) Hills Callaghan, Davis, Calif., Brooke Hansen, Lincoln, Neb., Andrew Hills, Applegate, Robbie and Ryan Weisz, Hurdsfield; and two sisters, Esther Lay and Lydia Chemeres, both of Seattle.
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Katherina Meier; her sisters, Amelia Borkowski, Anna Hamre and Maria Almer; and her brothers, Herman Meier, Jacob Meier and Fred Meier.
Scottsbluff Star-Herald
Scottsbluff, NE
22 May 2007
Albert H. Buth, 81, of Scottsbluff, died Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Regional West Medical Center. At Al's request his remains were cremated. A private memorial service is planned.
Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.
Al was born in Shawano, Wis. on Sept. 12, 1925, to Albert and Violet (Stengel) Buth. He married Leona Ott in 1950. He married Lila Gaiser in 1990.
Survivors include his wife Lila, two sons, David (Margaret) Buth of Tucson, Ariz. and Craig (Susan) Buth and a grandson, Jeremy Buth all of Lakewood, Colo.; step-son, Jeff (Cynde) Gaiser of Firestone, Colo.; and sister, Barbara (Gene) Spear of Woodruff, Wis.
Preceding him in death were his parents, two brothers, and an infant sister.
A memorial has been established to Prairie Haven Hospice at Scottsbluff.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/21/2007 - 5/23/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
22 May 2007
Joan (Leis) Greeb, 75, of Scottsbluff, died Wednesday evening, May 16, 2007 at WEL-Life in Scottsbluff. Cremation has been held at the Jolliffe Funeral Home Crematory in Scottsbluff.
A Private Family Inurnment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Her Memorial Service will be Monday, May 21 at 10 a.m., at the Zion Evangelical Church in Scottsbluff with Pastors Garry Schick and Amos Harris officiating.
Memorials in Joan's name have been established to the Church or Prairie Haven Hospice. Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements. Joan's obituary may be viewed at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com, where condolences may be left and will be forwarded to the family.
She was born July 20, 1931 in Scottsbluff, the daughter of George and Charlotte (Hopp) Leis. She was raised and educated at Scottsbluff. Joan was united in marriage to Harold Greeb, Aug. 8, 1948. They farmed in the Gering Valley and later east of Scottsbluff. Joan was a housewife and enjoyed doing volunteer work at Regional West Medical Center and the Bargain Bin.
Joan was a member of the Zion Evangelical Church, where she taught Sunday School and shared her musical talent in a mixed choir at the Church.
Survivors include her husband Harold; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Vickie Greeb of Peoria, Ariz.; son, Bruce Greeb of Scottsbluff; grandson, Cody Greeb of Omaha; step-grandchildren, John Bertram and Sarah Castro; step-great grandchildren, Isabella and Sophia Castro; brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Norma Leis of Minatare; sister, Ruth Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harold Leis, sisters Dorothy Weisgerber, Florence Reichert and infant sister Phyllis Leis.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/20/2007 - 5/22/2007.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
22 May 2007
Sherry Marie Furrow Reinhardt, beloved wife, mother and sister, was surrounded by family and friends when she lost her long and courageous battle with cancer Saturday evening, May 19, 2007, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Billings, at the age of 52.
Sherry was born Jan. 16, 1955, in Billings and was the daughter of James W. and Betty Darlene Furrow. By 1963, she was the oldest of five children and although she couldn't have known it then, lived just a few houses down from her future husband and love of her life, Terry.
Sherry attended schools in Billings and graduated from Billings West High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation, she and Terry crossed paths again and together they moved to Seattle, where they were married on June 26, 1976. But living in Washington put too much distance between them and their families, so they moved back to Montana after four years and made their home in Lavina from that point on.
Terry had a job interview with Sweetheart Bakery but was unable to keep the appointment so Sherry went instead. She got the job and became the first woman to work on the production line. They must have liked her and her work, as she stayed for the next 30 years until the time of her death.
For many years she worked nights and weekends and never turned down the offers to work overtime. While Terry worked days, oftentimes they would pass each other on the highway between Lavina and Billings and give each other a good-morning wave in passing.
In the fall of 1984, their schedules aligned and on July 17, 1985, they were blessed with their pride and joy, Brittney Lynn. From this point on, Britt was the sole purpose in life. Even after her first cancer diagnosis in the late '90s, the focus was to get better to be able to make sure that Britt had everything she needed and was able to go to college. No matter how hard the battle became, Britt was the center of Sherry's world.
Sherry would use what little spare time she had doing the things that gave her great joy and satisfaction. She was always doing something from crochet and knitting to canning things from the garden to making stained glass to playing games with her family to raising money for Relay For Life. She was team captain for Relay For Life for Sweetheart Bakery for many years and in 2005 was the top non-sponsored individual fundraiser at the Billings Relay. She also was a member of the Lavina School Board for four years and was the secretary/treasurer for the Union Local 466 Bakers and Confectionary Workers.
Sherry was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents, James and Ida Furrow and Bernard and Frieda Pastian; and her father and mother, Jim and Betty Furrow. She is survived by her only true love in life, husband Terry; and her daughter and pride and joy, Brittney (Dave) of Bozeman; her sisters, Pennie Schlepp (Karl) of Laurel and Brenda Palagyi (Mike) of Roundup; brothers James B. (Jenny) of Watertown, S.D., and Patrick Sean (Rita) of Billings; aunts Shirley Marlow of Las Vegas, Marian Brun (Joe) of Billings; and uncle Robert Pastian of Laurel; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 24, at Smith's Downtown Funeral Chapel, 925 S. 27th St., Billings. Reception to immediately follow in the reception room. Luncheon is to follow reception at the Sharon Hernandez residence at 3105 Canyon Drive in Billings. Food donations can be brought to the Hernandez residence. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Relay For Life 2007 campaign in Sherry's name. Smith's Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/22/2007.
Moser Funeral Service
Greeley, Colorado
05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his
home.=He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site of Wal-Mart.
Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he -started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938 he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII
and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he
married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area.
His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in
Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the =Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of
Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and
husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol
LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife
Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank
Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous reat-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.=
Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans.
Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of
Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Moser Funeral Service
Greeley, Colorado
05-21-2007
Hugh “Hootie” Luark 94, of Greeley, died on Monday, May 21, 2007 at his
home.
He was born on April 2, 1913 the eldest child of James Luark and Mary
Alkire in a farm house on the Colony Farm that is the present day site
of Wal-Mart.
Hugh was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Auburn School. At
Auburn, he enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and track. In 1936 he
started and coached a successful ladies basketball team. On May 30, 1938
he married Roma Ritchey. They had two sons Charles and Frank. Roma died
August 27, 1943. Hugh proudly served his country in the Army during WWII
and received an honorable discharge on May 6, 1946. On March 9, 1947 he
married Ellen Flaherty. Hugh was a renowned chef in the Greeley area.
His career spanned 37 years and he worked at various restaurants in
Greeley and Cheyenne. The high light of his career came when he was the
Chef at Camfield Hotel and Greeley Country Club. He retired from
culinary arts in 1973. Hugh loved horse racing, farmed as a hobby, and
was a gifted storyteller. Hugh had a love of baseball and was a fan of
Babe Ruth. He was a good man and loved to cook for people. He will be
greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
He is survived by his wife Ellen Luark, daughters Mary Ann Royce and
husband Walt, Patti Luark, Jeanne Johnson and husband Mike, Carol
LaBrune and husband Curt, and Alice Luark, and sons Hugh Luark and wife
Dolly, James Luark, Andy Luark and wife Cynthia, Charles Luark, Frank
Luark and wife Carolyn, 20 grandch ildren numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Roma, one brother
Edward Luark and two sisters Beulah Crawford and Connie Mueller.
Graveside services to celebrate Hootie’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m.
on Thursday May 24, 2007 at the Evans Cemetery in Evans.
Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of
Moser Funeral Service, 3501 S. 11th Avenue, Evans, Colorado 80620.
Jacoby, Jacob
Unionville, Michigan
Mr. Jacoby passed away on Monday, May 14, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital of
Saginaw, MI, at the age of 96 years. He was a farmer and enjoyed farming,
even after retirement. He was born February 13, 1911 in Colorado and came to
Michigan to work in the sugar beet fields. As a young man he worked in the
coal mines just out side of Unionville before becoming a full time farmer.
He was a active member of the Unionville Moravian Church and had served as
an elder. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren's
sporting events, especially baseball. He was a resident of Medallion
Village, Sebewaing, the past two years, moving there shortly after the death
of his wife Millie.
Jacob is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, James and Mary
Ellen Jacoby of Unionville, his granddaughter Kayeleen (William) Jacobs and
grandson Chad (Julie) Jacoby, great grand-children; Connor, Kye, Jade
Jacoby, Cole and Dalton Jacobs. Two daughters, Betty (Bob) Brinkman of Caro,
Bonnie (Jack) Brinkman of Cass City, plus eight additional grandchildren, 21
great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren; one brother, Henry
(Lydia) Jacoby of Sebewaing, Katherine Jacoby of Bay City; one
brother-in-law, Harold (Norma) Ruppal of Akron; two sister-in-laws, Clara
Halabis, Caro and Genevive Ruppal of Bay City. He was predeceased by his
wife of 75 years, Millie, a daughter Bertha Houthoofd, a grand-daughter
Deborah Brinkman. His parents John and Eva Jacoby a brother John, and three
sisters: Eva Balzer, Rachel Balzer, and Elizabeth Jacoby. Several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral services will take place Thursday, May 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Unionville Moravian Church, with visitation on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 from
4 - 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Moravian Church or to Heartland
Hospice. Funeral arrangements by Unionville Funeral Home.
Unionville Funeral Chapel
Unionville, Michigan
Lydia Keil Trupp
June 11, 1921-May 16, 2007
Age: 85
Residence: Greeley
Tribute: Lydia J. Keil Trupp was born in Arriba to Daniel and Lina
(Herbster) Bauer.
On Nov. 9, 1938, she married Paul A. Keil in Windsor. He died in 1993. She then married Henry Trupp, who died shortly after their marriage.
Mrs. Trupp lived in the Greeley, Gilcrest and Platteville areas for most of her life. A homemaker and farmer's wife, she also sold Avon for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and was the secretary for Colorado Farm Bureau. She loved gardening, especially her rose garden. She also enjoyed playing cards and pinochle.Mrs. Trupp died Wednesday at Life Care Center of Greeley.
Survivors: Four sons, Paul R. Keil and wife Dorothy of Valencia, Calif.,Ed A. Keil of Denver, David K. Keil of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, and Fred D. Keil and wife Gloria J. of Greeley; two sisters, Lorene Bauer of Berthoud and Martha Keil of Greeley; a brother, Daniel Bauer of Loveland; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.=
Preceded in death by: Her parents and her siblings, Esther Lebsack, Ruth Bradford, Leona Lebsack, William Bauer, Albert Bauer, Edwin Bauer, Edna Magruder, Louise Williams, Florence Brown and Samuel Bauer.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John's United Church of Christ in
Greeley.
Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, Greeley.
Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday at Stoddard Funeral Home.
Notes: Instead of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. John's
United Church of Christ in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 28th St.,
Greeley, CO 80634. An online memorial is at www.mem.com.
Wyoming Tribune-Eagle
Cheyenne, WY
18 May 2007
Dean Martin Glandt, 73, of Cheyenne died Thursday at Davis Hospice Center.
He was born Dec. 8, 1933, in Lusk and had lived here since 1970 with prior residence in Lusk.
Mr. Glandt was a surveyor and designer for the Wyoming Highway Department.
He was a member of the Wyoming Employees Association, an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and sponsor of Lutheran Hour.
He enjoyed gardening, and hunting, fishing, and camping.
Dean is survived by his wife, Myrtle "Davenne" Glandt of Cheyenne, whom he married on Sept. 18, 1955, in Lusk; a son, Matthew Glandt of Mississippi; two daughters, Perriann Stanley of Riverton and Delphine Becker of Denver; a brother, Ronald Glandt of Golden, Colo.; a sister, Jeanette Baltes of Riverton; six grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Meta Glandt.
Services will be 1 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Reinert III, officiating. Interment to follow at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens.
Casketbearers will be Benjamin Stanley, Nicholas Stanley, Alex Stanley, DeWayne Spillers, Myles Becker, and Rodney Baltes. Honorary casketbearers will be Earl Launer, Matthew Dean Glandt, Bob Shupe, and Bill Prigge.
Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes.
Friends may send contributions to the Our Savior Lutheran Church Building Fund or Davis Hospice Center.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
18 May 2007
OMAHA - Fred W. Schneider Sr., 77, formerly of Scottsbluff has passed away.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 17, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Omaha.
Arrangements are by John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific St. Chapel, 14151 Pacific St., Omaha, NE. 68154
Survivors include his wife, Jean Schneider of Omaha; children and spouses, Debbie and Ed Laugesen of Orlando, Fla., Michael and Laurie Schneider of Omaha, Mark Schneider of Kansas City, Mo., F. William Schneider and friend, Diana Schuman of Belgrade, Neb.; grandchildren, DeDe Collins, Nick Fugal, Amanda, Kristine and Eric Schneider; great-grandchildren, Jamie and Elizabeth Collins; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Dixie Schneider of Glendora, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Lelia Schneider.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
17 May 2007
THORNTON, Colo. - Dennis Edward Schmanke, 48, of Thornton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. He was born March 20, 1959, in Junction City, Kan., to Arthur Edward and Norma Jean (Sutter) Schmanke.
He was a single parent to Haleigh Grace Schmanke, age 12, and Wyatt Arthur Schmanke, age 9, of the home.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur and Norma Schmanke of Meeteetse, Wyo.; a brother-in-law, Thomas Edd Howard of Kearney, Neb.; grandparents Walter and Nancy (Davidson) Sutter of White City, Kan.; and Edward and Laura (Campbell) Schmanke of Alma, Kan.
In addition to his children, he is survived by a sister, Artys Jean (John) Miller of Tiffin, Ohio; sister, Lindy Kay (Randy) Richard of Adrian, Mich.; sister, Sibyl Bell (Jim) Schug of Laurel, Mont.; nephew Steven (Lisa) Smith of Tiffin; a great-nephew, Cody Smith of Tiffin; nephew, Tom Howard of Adrian; a niece, Diane (Mike) Foos; a great-nephew, Robert Foos; a great-niece, Olivia Foos of El Dorado, Calif.; a nephew, Arthur "Drew" Schug of Belgrade, Mont.; niece Whitney Schug of Laurel; sister-in-law, Robyn Merkel of Denver; and many other relatives in the Kansas area.
Dennis grew up in the White City area. He moved with his parents to Meeteetse in his early years.
Dennis served in the Navy. He drove semi trucks and later became an auto mechanic and customized to vehicles and Harley motorcycles. He built and rebuilt many machines for friends in his spare time, on occasion making house calls for stranded college students and their vehicles. His words were: "if you're going to drive this old of a vehicle, you gotta get some tools and keep them with you."
Dennis was completely and totally dedicated to his children, Haleigh and Wyatt, raising them by himself when Wyatt was but an infant. He loved the Broncos and living in the mountains. He was the most wonderful daddy.
He was the kind of friend that you could count on. If you acquired his friendship, you had it for life. His quick smile and willingness to laugh at himself was infectious. A gentle giant with a keen sense of humor.
A private memorial for family will be held in Denver.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Dennis to his children Haleigh and Wyatt. If you wish to send a memorial, they may be sent to Memorial for Haleigh Schmanke and Wyatt Schmanke, c/o Sibyl Schug, Avanta Federal Credit Union, 3212 Central Ave., Billings, MT 59102.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/17/2007.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
17 May 2007
LAUREL - Ronald Dale Fox, 63, of Laurel, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, May 15, 2007.
Ron was born Feb. 2, 1944, to Henry and Rose Fox. He graduated from Laurel High School in 1962. Ron joined the Air Force in 1964 and served four years during the Vietnam War.
Ron's passion in life was farming. Though he never had a wife, he often said he was married to the farm. Ron enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with family. He was the president of the Laurel Men's Bowling Association for many years. In fact, he bowled the state tournament in Butte just this past weekend.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jon. Ron is survived by brothers Larry (Eileen), Randy (Sue), Terry (Dodie), and sister-in-law Laura, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
The family will never forget the care he gave to grandma in her final years. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2 p.m., at Smith Funeral Chapel in Laurel. Burial with full military honors at the Laurel Cemetery will follow the service. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 17, at the funeral chapel.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
16 May 2007
TORRINGTON, Wyo. - Charles H. "Chuck" Anderson, 89, died at Community Hospital Sunday May 13, 2007.
Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 19, at the United Methodist Church with Reverend Ora Dailey officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Valley View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to the United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com
Chuck was born May 7, 1918 in Eustis, Neb. the son of Clarence and Alma (Huckfeldt) Anderson. He moved with his family to Cambridge, Neb. and then to Veteran, Wyo. where he graduated high school. He farmed with his father until 1940 when he entered the Army Air Corps. He was discharged in 1945 and farmed for himself in Veteran until 1948 when he went to work for Service Pipeline where he worked until 1958. Chuck married Mary Gingles in Fairbury, Neb. Dec. 17, 1960. He then went to work for the Torrington Post Office and was there until he retired in 1980.
He was a member of the Travis Snow Post #5 of the American Legion and the Paul A Johnston Post 2918 of the VFW.
Survivors include his stepsons, John Gingles and his wife Cindy of Vienna, Va., James Gingles and his wife Ann of Stevens Point, Wis., and Joe Gingles and his wife Patricia of Story, Wyo.; brothers, C.J. "Junior" Anderson of Green Valley, Ariz., Bill Anderson of Torrington, Kenneth Anderson and his wife Carol of Modesto, Calif., and Edward Anderson and his wife Loretta of Sun City West, Ariz.; sister, Donna Bolger and her husband Harold of Casper, Wyo.; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
His parents, his wife, and four brothers preceded him in death.
Sterling, Colorado
Journal Advocate
05-16-2007
Esther Elna Schultz
Feb. 2, 1919 - May 12, 2007
Esther Elna Schultz, 88, of Fort Collins, and formerly of Sterling, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2007, in Fort Collins after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at Chaney-Reager, with the Rev. Dan Holsten officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery.
Esther was born on Feb. 2, 1919, in Blue Hill, Neb., the daughter of Theodore and Matilda Werschke. She attended school in Wylie, and worked as a sales clerk in a variety of stores before beginning her career as a cook at Sterling Junior High and Sterling High School, where she worked from 1972 until her retirement in 1989.
On March 25, 1938, Esther married Conrad Lapp, in Fort Morgan. Conrad drowned in a boating accident in Greeley in 1940, leaving Esther to raise her young son, Leland Lapp, by herself for many years.
On July 4, 1946, she married Emil Schultz in Oberlin, Kan.
Esther enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, her finches, eating popcorn and playing board games with her friends every Saturday, baking and hosting missionaries from her church.
She was a resident of Blue Grouse Health Care Center in Fort Collins for several years.
Esther is survived by her grandchildren, Dena Lapp-Phillips and her husband, Wes of Oklahoma City, Leland Lapp Jr. and his wife Tracy of Fort Collins, and Jessica and Nicole Bowey of Virginia Beach, Va.; her great-grandchildren, Jamie and Jacob Lapp of Fort Collins; and brothers, Eric and Ewald Werschke.
She was preceded in death by her son, Leland Lapp; her first husband, Conrad Lapp; her second husband, Emil Schultz; her parents; her sisters, Elsie, Ella and Emma; and brothers, Jonathan, Ervin and Elmer.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Berean Church in Sterling.
Greeley Tribune
Greeley, Colorado
05-15-2007
*Drucilla Dye*
Jan. 30, 1944 - May 11, 2007
Age: 63
Residence: Brighton
Tribute: Drucilla Ann (Bernhardt) Dye was born in Windsor. She was known as "Dru" to her friends and as "Annie" to her family. She was confirmed in 1959 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor. She graduated from Windsor High School in 1962 and later graduated from Xray Technician College in
Greeley in 1964. She attended ongoing classes for her field from then on.
Mrs. Dye was very proficient in xray, mammography, CAT Scan and medical transcription of doctor's notes. She moved to and lived in Brighton since 1974. She has worked in the Medical field since 1964, having worked last at Presbyterian Saint Luke's Hospital.
She was an avid collector of dolls, cook books, cooking implements and
glassware. She had a lifelong enjoyment of playing the piano and
soloing. She loved to cook and was very good at it. She would try to
come up with many new recipes. Her paintings are hanging in many of her relations' homes. Her green thumb served her well with raising plants of all kinds. She even got an Aloe Vera to blossom. Her ongoing love for cats and dogs helped the animal shelter many times, and she said she was
the one who benefited.
She was married to Melvin Dye in 1963. They later divorced and he
preceded her in death.
Mrs. Dye died Friday at Hospice in McKee Medical Center in Loveland.
Survivors: Parents, Victor A. and Leona (Becker) Bernhardt; brother,
Timothy A. Bernhardt; daughter, Vickie Jo Mullin; grandsons, Nathan
Allen Dye and Grandson Zachary Farrar.
Preceded in death by: Her ex-husband, Melvin; and her son, Jerry Dye, who passed away in 1965.
Memorial service: 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Lutheran Church in Windsor.
Note: Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Cancer Society for Cancer research or Hospice in care of Marks Funeral and Cremation Service, 9293 Eastman Park Dr., Windsor, CO 80550.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
15 May 2007
MITCHELL - Gary Reichert, 45, passed away May 11, 2007 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday May 17, at the First United Methodist Church in Scottsbluff with the Pastor Nancy Tomlinson officiating. According to his wishes cremation has occurred.
A memorial has been established to The Dream Foundation. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services in Scottsbluff is in charge of the arrangements.
Gary was born June 23, 1961, in Scottsbluff to Fred and Sandra Reichert. He grew up in Scottsbluff and graduated from the Scottsbluff High School in 1979. He married Tami Reifschneider in 1982. He began work for Tallmon Jewelers in 1978 in Scottsbluff where he became a master Jeweler. In 1985 Gary his wife Tami and brother Fred opened Reichert Jewelers in Monument Mall and later Monument Jewelers.
In 2002 Gary and wife Tami - opened Reichert's of Ogallala and in 2004 G & T Reichert's Fine Jewelry and Gifts located downtown Scottsbluff - which Gary and Tami continue to operate up until the time of his death.
Gary loved his craft and his customers and created thousands of custom designs for them over the years.
Gary loved the outdoors ? hunting and fishing with friends and scuba diving when he could. Spending time at his cabin at Lake McConaughy. He loved to travel and inspite of his illness he took many special trips in the last year.
His family and friends will sadly miss Gary.
Survivors include his wife, Tami; daughter, Tiffany Muhr (Andy); son, Kourtland of Scottsbluff ? mother Sandra Reichert; brothers, Fred and Terry Reichert of Scottsbluff and Sister Tammy Weigel (Bob) of Morrill and numerous nieces, nephews.
Preceding him in death was his father, Fred Reichert and father-in-law, Henry H. Reifschneider.
The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan
05-14-2007
Obituaries Steven Carl Schlothauer
(March 11, 1949 - May 13, 2007)
Steven Carl Schlothauer
STEVEN CARL SCHLOTHAUER, 58, of Fort Morgan, died Sunday afternoon, May 13, 2007.
He was born March 11, 1949 in Fort Morgan to Carl & Lucille (Lebsock) Schlothauer.
He married Elaine Earll in Fort Morgan.
He was a member of Christ Congregational Church in Fort Morgan. Schlothauer was an avid area farmer. He enjoyed water skiing and snow skiing.
He is survived by his wife Elaine Schlothauer and his son Shane Schlothauer, both of Fort Morgan; and his sister, Caryl Nicholson of Morrison, CO.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jerry Schlothauer.
Funeral services will be Friday, May 18, 2007 at 10:30 AM at the Christ Congregational Church in Fort Morgan.Interment will follow in Memory Gardens in Fort Morgan. At the family's request, friends should dress casual (blue jeans).
Memorials may be made to the Christ Congregational Church. The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan is in charge of arrangements.
Amarillo Globe-News
Amarillo, Texas
05-13-2007
LIPSCOMB - Valentine Schoenhals, 94, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, in Shattuck, Okla.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Locust Grove Baptist Church in the Locust Grove community, west of Lipscomb, with Don McElroy, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Lipscomb Cemetery by Mason Funeral Home of Shattuck.
Mrs. Schoenhals was married to Victor Schoenhals in Arnett, Okla., by Judge Alvis Prisnell. Together they lived with their three children on the family farm in Lipscomb County.
Survivors include a son, Gary Wayne Schoenhals of Broken Arrow, Okla.; and four grandchildren.
Amarillo Globe-News, May 13, 2007
Scootsbluff Star-Herald
Scottsbluff, NE
13 May 2007
Elsie Iva (Lorenz) Gibson, 91, of Scottsbluff, formally of Hemet, Calif., died in her home May 10, 2007.
She requested to be cremated and no formal service be held. Anyone wishing to give a memorial in her name, please make your gift to Prairie Haven Hospice.
Elsie was born March 31, 1916, in Elmwood, Neb. to Raymond Ralph and Lula (Blankenship) Lorenz. She grew up and lived in eastern Nebraska for many years before moving to California where she resided until last year. Elsie loved playing cards and having her family and friends around her.
Survivors include her sister, Doris Genzlinger of Scottsbluff and numerous nieces and nephews.
Elsie was preceded in death by her husband Joe, sisters Edith and Helen and her parents.
Published in The Star-Herald from 5/12/2007 - 5/14/2007.
Scottsbluff Star Hearld
Scottsbluff, NE
11 May 2007
LYMAN - Robert "Bob" Allen Johnson, 58, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, surrounded by family.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 11, at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Lyman with Pastor Bob Smith officiating. Interment will be at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Morrill.
Friends who wish may call at the Jones Mortuary Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, and at the funeral.
A memorial has been established to the Lyman Fire Department.
Bob was born in the midst of the '49 blizzard on March 2, at Scottsbluff to Bill D. and Ruth (Meininger) Johnson. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1967 and worked as an auto mechanic at Arnie Jay's Rambler and Covello Chevrolet before returning to farming. He married Gayle Coffee on Sept. 13, 1969, in Torrington, Wyo. He farmed in the Lyman area all of his life, including farming with his Dad until his death in 1995, and was currently involved in farming with his son Mark.
He was a member and past board member of the church, and was active in the community, being a good neighbor and friend to all who knew him. Bob had a great passion for life, his family and grandchildren. He loved building and restoring automobiles, and hunting for arrowheads. If you ever met Bob, you were a friend for life.
He is survived by his wife Gayle of Lyman; daughter and son-in-law, Robin and David Davis of Scottsbluff; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Karey Johnson of Lyman; granddaughters, Samantha and Jessica Davis of Scottsbluff; grandsons, Michael and Cody Johnson of Lyman; mother, Ruth Johnson of Lyman; sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Ron Miller of Torrington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Bob Childs of Tor-rington; nephews, Corey and Brian Childs, and Doug Miller; nieces, Kim Stokes and Lisa Spears; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
His father, and in-laws Robert and Barbara Coffee preceded him in death.
Billings Gazette
Billings, MT
10 May 2007
Charles Harvey Gross, 70, of Billings, formerly of Edgar, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2007, at Billings Clinic, of natural causes.
The son of Mike and Leah Gross, he lived at Edgar until he moved into Billings with his mom and dad. He became a resident of St. John's Lutheran Ministries in December of 1998.
Preceding him in death are his dad, Mike Gross and his brother, Mike Gerald Gross. Surviving him are his mother, Leah A. Gross of Billings; and sisters, Eleanor M. Gradwohl of Laurel and Connie R. Schuman of Billings; and a niece, Renita Weidler, also of Laurel; his two nephews, Lt. Col. Douglas Gradwohl of Iraq and Shawn D. Schuman of Billings.
Viewing will be at Cremation or Funeral Gallery from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, May 11. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at St. Johns Ocee Chapel. Burial will follow at Rockvale Cemetery.
We would like to thank St. Johns for the wonderful care given to him. He was well liked by the staff.
Donations may be made to St. Johns or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Billings Gazette on 5/10/2007.
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