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Merten-Butler Mortuary Inc, located at 731 N Broad St, Box 203, Campbell, NE, 68932, has been a cornerstone of the community for many years, providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families in their time of need. With a long history of serving the local area, the mortuary has built a reputation for excellence and dedication to helping families say goodbye to their loved ones with dignity and respect.

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Lillie Amelia Rose - February 15, 1914 - March 27, 2022

Departed: 03/27/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Lillie Amelia Rose, 108, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 in Kearney, Nebraska surrounded by family.  Service will be Saturday, April 2, 2022, 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, Rosemont, Nebraska with Rev. Ronald Kuehner officiating.  Burial will be in the Presbyterian Cemetery southeast of Rosemont, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Friday, April 1, 2022, 9:00-8:00 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska and one hour prior to service at the church.  Memorials can be directed to the church or the Lutheran Hour.  Private Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Lillie was the oldest daughter of John D. and Hulda Emma Amelia (Gragert) Johnson born on February 15, 1914 on a farm southeast of Blue Hill, Nebraska in Webster County.  Lillie was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  She attended School District 73 and School District 81 in Webster County.  She worked on the family farm until she met and married Frank L. Rose on June 20, 1934 in Ayr, Nebraska.  They had two daughters; LaVonda and Margene.  The couple farmed in Webster County until Frank’s death in 1995.  Lillie then moved to Hastings and resided there until moving to Kearney, Nebraska to live with her daughter in 2019.  She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church and the LWML.  She enjoyed baking, quilting, needle work and crocheting as well as playing dominos, cards and bingo.

Lillie is survived by her daughter, Margene Stevens, Kearney, Nebraska; sister, Helen Nemecek, Minden, Nebraska; five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one great great granddaughter, many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, LaVonda Schmidt, son-in-law, Leslie Stevens, brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Viola Johnson, brother-in-law, John Nemecek, grandson, Daniel Schmidt, grandson-in-law, Shawn Davis and great granddaughter, Kayla Stevens.

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Marjean (Marge) Marie Kort - August 31, 1953 - February 26, 2022

Departed: 02/26/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Marjean (Marge) Marie Kort, 68, departed life on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at her home with her husband David at her side.  Service will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary Chapel, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Rev. Paul Dunbar officiating.  Burial will be at a later date at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, Maxwell, Nebraska.  There will be no viewing or visitation as her wishes were to be cremated.  Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children Hospital.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Marge was born on August 31, 1953 to Charles R. and Wilma J. (Shaw) Frazier, Sr. at their farm southeast of Holstein, Nebraska.  She attended Holstein Elementary School and then Blue Hill Schools graduating from Blue Hill High School in 1971.  She worked at the Blue Hill Care Center for many years and then worked at Tommy’s Bar and KD’s Bar.  She then went on to run the Sale Barn Café.

Marge never had children of her own.  She helped raise and babysit many nieces and nephews.  Marge was a great cook.  She enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, woodworking, crafting and growing a garden.

Marge married David A. Kort on January 1, 2017 in Laughlin, Nevada along the Colorado river.  The last few years they enjoyed camping at Harlan County Lake.  Marge was a loving wife first, stepmother, sister, grandmother and most of all, everybody’s friend.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, David, Blue Hill, Nebraska; mother, Wilma Frazier, Blue Hill, Nebraska; stepchildren, Travis Kort, Red Cloud, Nebraska, Ryan (Becky) Kort, Blue Hill, Nebraska; step grandchildren, Tawny Johnson, Hastings, Nebraska, Brenna (Tyler) Earl, Cozad, Nebraska, Dalton (Tori) Goodwin, Dalcy (Lance) Bodfield, Riley (Demi) Kort and Austin (Mariah) Kort all of Gothenburg, Nebraska; seven step great grandchildren with one on the way; brothers, Jerry Frazier, Blue Hill, Nebraska, Charles (Patty) Frazier, Jr., Ayr, Nebraska; sister, Rhonda (Bill) Brewster, Blue Hill, Nebraska; one sister-in-law, Deborah (Bill) Rolfsmeyer, Litchfield, Nebraska; several nieces and nephews.  Marge is preceded in death by her father, Charles Frazier, Sr.; father and mother-in-law, Delbert and Elna Kort; one infant brother, one brother, Steven Frazier; one niece, Brandi Sund.

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Harlan Harold Siebrass - May 17, 1931 - February 09, 2022

Departed: 02/09/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Harlan Harold Siebrass obtained his final reward and passed away at Heritage at Sagewood in Grand Island, Nebraska on February 9, 2022, at the age of 90 years after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Jeffrey Kuddes at Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m.  Interment with military rites by A.L. Shirley Post #176 and the Army National Guard Honor’s Team will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery with arrangements by Merten-Butler Mortuary of Blue Hill.  Visitation will be Friday, February 11, 2022 from 1:00-8:00 p.m. with family present from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary and one hour prior to services at the church.  Memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church, American Legion Shirley Post 176, or Mission Central.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.

Harlan was born on May 17, 1931, to Harold and Hildegard (Bachman) Siebrass at the family farm, three miles southwest of Blue Hill, Nebraska.  He spent nearly his entire lifetime in the Blue Hill area.

He was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill on June 17, 1931, and was confirmed at Trinity on May 14, 1944, both by Rev. August Ficken.  He attended Pleasant Valley School District #50, Trinity Lutheran Parochial and graduated from Blue Hill High School in 1948.

Harlan was a Korean War veteran and rose to the rank of Corporal in the 45th Infantry Division-Thunderbirds, 160th Field Artillery Battalion – Charlie Company, a 105-mm Howitzer unit.  He was a member of the American Legion Shirley Post 176 and was the commander of the post for over 40 years.  He was honored to conduct the Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day ceremonies locally for numerous years.  Harlan was also instrumental in raising funds and the building of the Veteran’s Memorial Wall in Blue Hill.

On September 29, 1957, he was united in marriage to Mildred Kaufman at Trinity Lutheran Church by Rev. R. A. Jank.  To this union of 64 years was born three children: Wesley, Nancy, and Thomas.

A fourth-generation farmer and stockman, Harlan was deeply involved in agricultural organizations in his community as a 4-H leader for 25 years and a member of the Webster County fair board for 9 years.  He was elected as a member of the Federal Land Bank regional board of directors for seven years and elected as a director of the Federal Land Bank Association in Omaha for another seven years.  Harlan was also elected to the Webster County FSA committee and worked tirelessly in this capacity for over 40 years.  A proud Hereford breeder, he was the show and sales manager for the Republican Valley Hereford Breeders Association for 16 years in addition to being a member of the board of directors.  Harlan was a life-long member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill where he served on the church council and as president of the congregation for many years.

Harlan leaves to mourn his passing, wife, Mildred of Grand Island; son, Wesley (Cheryl) of Des Moines, IA; daughter, Nancy (Bill Buchta) of Grand Island; son, Thomas (Robert Konicek) of Pleasantville, Nova Scotia; sister, Linda (Ronald Bartels) of Inavale, NE; 5 grandchildren, Kayla (Chad Chrastil) of Grand Island, Geoffrey Buchta (Erica) of Elkhorn, NE, Janel Buchta of Omaha, NE, Aaron Siebrass of Arlington, VA and Keralyn Siebrass of Seoul, South Korea; 4 great grandchildren, Riley and Reese Chrastil of Grand Island, Bennett and Lainey Buchta of Elkhorn.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donald; and sisters-in-law, Namoi (Goll) and Marjorie (Cunningham) Siebrass.

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John Rolland Post - June 27, 1931 - January 29, 2022

Departed: 01/29/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: J. Rolland Post, 90, of rural Pauline, entered into heavenly rest on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Blue Hill with Pastor Leah Krotz officiating. Visitation will be at Merten-Butler Mortuary in Blue Hill on Monday, Jan. 31, from 3-8 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 1, from 8-11:30 a.m.; and at St. Paul Lutheran Church one hour prior to services. Burial, with military honors by A.L. Shirley Post #176 and the Army National Guard Honors Team will be in the Blue Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

John Rolland Post was born June 27, 1931, to John H. and Lizzie (Duden) Post at the family farm southwest of Pauline. He attended District 8 Pauline School through the tenth grade and graduated as class salutatorian from Blue Hill High School in 1949. He was awarded the University of Nebraska Regents scholarship upon graduation. He studied electrical pre-engineering at Hastings College for one year, then farmed. He was inducted into the US Army Jan. 3, 1952, and served during the Korean War with the Far East Command, 24th Division, 19th Infantry Regiment. He served as a jeep driver, field telephone line man and prisoner-of-war guard. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant on Dec. 18, 1953.

He resumed farming and married Helen L. Orcutt on June 2, 1957 at the Doniphan Methodist Church. To this union three daughters were born. In 1963 he and Helen moved to the family farm where they lived out their married life. During the 1970s, he realized his dream of becoming a licensed private pilot. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Blue Hill where he served as Sunday school teacher, usher, council member and council president. He served in public office for 57 years continuously, first as board member of District 8 Pauline School, and then as board member of Little Blue Township. He was a member of American Legion Post #176 and Webster County VFW Post #5641. In May of 2018, failing health necessitated a move from his lifelong home near Pauline to the Blue Hill Care Center.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, brother Bernard; and nieces Linda, Marcia and Joanna.

He is survived by daughters Karen Green of Lincoln; Carla Post of Pauline; Kelli (Brent) Glann of North Newton, KS; grandchildren Ashlyn Glann, Alexandra Glann, Amber Green, Casey Glann and fiancée Kayla Moore, and Tanner Green; nephews John (Karen) Post of Ayr, Warren Post of Ayr, and Larry (Tammy) Post of Omaha; numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Paul Fredrick Krueger - September 24, 1923 - January 25, 2022

Departed: 01/25/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: PAUL FREDRICK KRUEGER

Paul Fredrick Krueger was born to Paul Johann Krueger and Elizabeth Ida VanBoening Krueger on September 24, 1923, at the family home near Blue Hill, Nebraska. He passed away peacefully after a brief bout of pneumonia on January 25, 2022, at Mary Lanning Healthcare in Hastings, Nebraska, with family at his side.

Paul was a lifelong resident of Nebraska, growing up with his 10 siblings on a farm near Blue Hill. He met the love of his life, Dona Lee Metzgar, just three months before leaving to serve in World War II. For the next three years, as Paul served in the South Pacific, Dona corresponded with him by mail providing the hope and encouragement he needed to get through the war without ever receiving a leave home. The two were engaged long distance while Paul was stationed on the island of Saipan, and married in Hastings, Nebraska, on January 17, 1946, a few days after his return from the war.

Together Paul and Dona operated a farm near Bladen, Nebraska, where they raised their four children, Pamela, Nancy, Peggy and Paul. Much to Paul’s joy, the farming operation he launched continues thanks to his son Paul Krueger and grandsons Sam, Jared and Mitch. Throughout his long life, Paul was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill where he served on many boards. In addition, he was also active in the community, serving in a variety of capacities over the years for many organizations.

Paul was an honest, hardworking, kind and loyal man who loved and adored his wife and family, loved the farm, and enjoyed amazingly good health for all of his 98 years. Following Dona’s death in 2014, Paul was blessed to have his daughter Nancy Curry only one block away, making sure he could live happily in his home in Blue Hill as long as possible. All of Paul’s children, grandchildren and great grandchildren adored him and will miss him greatly.

Paul is survived by his children, Pamela Kinney (Dan) of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Nancy Curry (Bill, deceased) of Blue Hill, Nebraska, Peggy Sloey (Dan) of Greeley, Colorado, and Paul D. Krueger (Barb) of Blue Hill, Nebraska; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Daniel Kinney (Jennifer) and children, Page Wiese (Trey) and Rylee of Council Bluffs, Iowa; Bill Curry (Tiffany) and children Luke, Katelyn and Mia of Albion, Nebraska;  Megan Taylor (Bob) and Collin of Gretna, Nebraska; Laura Thornburg (Brock) and children Jack and Lauren of Gretna, Nebraska; Leigh Bloomquist (Matt) and children Reghan, Wade and Brooke of Wausa, Nebraska; Sean Sloey (Cara) and children Stockton and Bryson of Wellington, Colorado; Taylor Sloey (Erik Yando) of Carrollton, Va;  Sam Krueger (Megan) and children Quinn and Remi of Blue Hill, Nebraska; Jared Krueger (Sami) and Foster of Blue Hill, Nebraska; and Mitch Krueger (Emma Dunbar) of Blue Hill, Nebraska.

Also surviving are his brothers, sister and sisters-in-law Glen and Kay Krueger, Hastings; Jim and Marilyn Krueger, Norfolk; Elaine and Bill Beezley, Hastings; Betty Krueger and Nancy Krueger, Hastings; Mariel Krueger and Janice Krueger, Blue Hill; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Because community transmission of SARS-Covid-2 virus remains extremely high in the South Heartland Health District, a private memorial service and burial will be held with Paul's children, grandchildren and great grandchildren at Trinity Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Visitation will be held Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 1:00-8:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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Evelyn Jean Seeman - August 31, 1933 - January 16, 2022

Departed: 01/16/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Blue Hill resident Evelyn J. (Brezina) Seeman, 88, died Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Mary Lanning Healthcare in Hastings, surrounded by her loving family. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill with the Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery at Blue Hill. Guests are welcome to remain to visit with the family following the services. Visitation will take place Wednesday from 1-8 pm with family members present from 4-6pm, and 9-11am on Thursday.  Memorials will be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Evelyn was born August 31,1933, to Henry E. and Louise L.(Jettner) Brezina in North Branch, Kansas. She moved to Guide Rock, Nebraska as an infant and attended school there, graduating from high school  in 1951. She obtained a Normal School Teacher’s Certificate and became a rural school teacher, working in Ayr, Nebraska and for the Hasting’s school district. She married Melvin W. Seeman on June 5, 1955 and they raised four daughters. Evelyn worked alongside Melvin on the farm, remaining there on the farm until Melvin’s health declined in 2008. He passed away in 2009.

Evelyn was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she had been active in the choir and LWML, and taught Sunday school.  She was also active in 4-H with her daughters and worked on the census several years. Her hobbies included sewing, canning and gardening. Evelyn so enjoyed visits with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and the occasional vacation with family.

She is survived by her daughters, Pamela (David) Schimke of Phoenix, AZ, Peggy (Lee) Orchard of Valparaiso, IN, Janet (Joel) Petersen of Rapid City, SD, and Melinda (Jahn) Grandstaff of Fremont, NE; one sister, Hazel Rouse of Hastings, NE and 12 grandchildren, Zachary, Adam, Ashley, Courtney (Niggl) and Erin Schimke, Alaina and Lauren Orchard, Eric, Brett and Melissa Petersen, and Kiley (Compton) and Taylor Grandstaff, also 9 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin, two sisters, Helen Wickman and Edna Fringer, and her parents.

Condolences and memorials may be left for family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com or sent to Melinda (Seeman) Grandstaff at 2578 Quail Drive, Fremont, NE, 68025.

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Rose Marie Janda - September 25, 1921 - January 15, 2022

Departed: 01/15/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Rose Marie Janda, 100, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Westfield Quality Care, Aurora, Nebraska.  Rosary will be Friday, January 21, 2022, 7:00 p.m. and Mass will be Saturday, January 22, 2022, 10:30 a.m. both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Friday, January 21, 2022 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lawrence Visitation Chapel, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Memorials can be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Rose was born on September 25, 1921 to Joseph J. and Frances M. (Hajek) Hubl in Nuckolls County, Nebraska.  She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1938.  She obtained her teacher’s certificate and taught in rural schools for many years.  On February 26, 1946 she married John A. Janda in Lawrence, Nebraska.  She was a farm wife and mother; they together raised their family on a farm and dairy with faith and love, until moving to Lawrence in 1986.  She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, Catholic Order of Foresters, Sacred Heart Quilting Club and the Lawrence Square Dance Club.  She enjoyed listening to the Atlanta Braves, Kansas City Royals and the Huskers.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Rose is survived by, four sons, Robert (Brenda) Janda, Lawrence, Nebraska, Ronald Janda, Lawrence, Nebraska, Stephen (Susan) Janda, Guide Rock, Nebraska, Thomas (Barbara) Janda, Lawrence, Nebraska; one son-in-law, Duane Kohmetscher, Lawrence, Nebraska; two daughters, Patricia (Jerry) Chadwick, Aurora, Nebraska, Ellen (Rodney) Ramig, Gering, Nebraska; one brother, John Hubl, Lawrence, Nebraska; one sister-in-law-Frances Hubl, Lawrence, Nebraska; 24 grandchildren; 44 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.  Rose is preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Laurie Kohmetscher; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Janda; granddaughters, Kimberly Janda and Jacqueline Janda; brothers and sisters-in-law, Alois (Randi) Hubl, Charles Hubl and William (Patricia) Hubl and Eileen Hubl.

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William (Bill) Joseph Hofstetter - February 10, 1953 - January 13, 2022

Departed: 01/13/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: William (Bill) J. Hofstetter, 68, Lawrence, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022 in Hastings, Nebraska surrounded by his loving wife and children.  Rosary will be Monday, January 17, 2022, 7:00 p.m. and Mass will be Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 10:30 a.m. both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Monday, January, 17, 2022 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. with family present from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Lawrence Visitation Chapel, Lawrence, Nebraska.  A memorial has been established to be designated at a later date.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Bill was born on February 10, 1953 to James (Jim) and LaVeta (Drudik) Hofstetter in Hastings, Nebraska.  He attended school in Lawrence.  He married Lynette Rempe on February 16, 1974 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska and raised six wonderful children.  He spent much of his life involved in farming, before starting “H & H Hay”, which he owned and operated with his son for 28 years.  In his free time, Bill enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling with family and friends.

Bill is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Lynette, Lawrence, Nebraska; children and spouses, Tami (Lynn) Jurgens, DeWitt, Nebraska, Darci (Adam) Benson, Lincoln, Nebraska, Luke (Ashley) Hofstetter, Nelson, Nebraska, Nicole (Jacob) Rasmussen, Waverly, Kansas, Heather (Jacob) Stoll, Seward, Nebraska, Kayla (Jordan) Hoge, Omaha, Nebraska; 20 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild; brothers and sisters and spouses, Robert (Karen) Hofstetter, Lawrence, Nebraska, Allen Hofstetter, Geneva, Nebraska, Dennis (Sue) Hofstetter, Edgar, Nebraska, Richard (Tana) Hofstetter, Plymouth, Nebraska, Mike (Lorrie) Hofstetter, Daykin, Nebraska, Janet (Ken) Rempe, Superior, Nebraska, Eileen (Gene) Mazour, Lawrence, Nebraska, Carol (Gary) Lemke, Lawrence, Nebraska, Linda (Tim) Hagemeier, Clay Center, Nebraska, Cheryl (Gene) Herrick, Guide Rock, Nebraska; brother and sisters-in-law and spouses, Ken (Janet) Rempe, Superior, Nebraska, Marilyn (Garry) Just, Lincoln, Nebraska, Arlene (Jerry) Bower, Waverly, Nebraska, Kathy (Greg) Sinner, Hastings, Nebraska.  He is preceded in death by his parents, James and LaVeta Hofstetter; parents-in-law, Alphonse and LaVeta Rempe; one infant brother, one infant sister.

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Eldon Leon Kaschke - February 26, 1939 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Eldon Leon Kaschke was born February 26, 1939, and died January 12, 2022. After growing up on the family homestead and attending country school, he graduated from Garden County High School in 1956, then attended and played football at Hastings College until 1959. He married the love of his life, Virginia (Kleist) Kaschke on October 18, 1959. They crisscrossed Nebraska while following his career at Nebraska Public Power, where he worked first as a lineman and retired as a district manager in 1996. They lived in Ogallala, Elgin, Oshkosh, Neligh, Osmond, Humboldt, and Creighton before retiring to Blue Hill and later to Good Samaritan Village in Hastings.

Eldon enjoyed hobbies such as woodworking, hunting, umpiring softball, and playing golf. He volunteered at the Neligh and the Osmond Fire Departments, served as an EMT for the Humboldt Ambulance Squad, was an active member of the Lion’s Club, spent time as president of the Humboldt Schoolboard in the 1980s, and was elected to multiple terms as the mayor of Creighton. His heart for community service and volunteering was a model to his family members and an asset to his communities.

His favorite pastimes were aiding and abetting his grandchildren’s 4-H projects (especially poultry and dogs), cheering them on at football and baseball games, and attending their speech meets. He also taught them to love travel, education, and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He was celebrated and revered for his cribbage game. He taught all his children and grandchildren how to play cribbage well, how to trash talk successfully, and how to lose gracefully because they rarely beat him. He was a fierce competitor, especially in card games, and he wanted everyone to know that when he got the call to go to the hospital before being diagnosed with leukemia, he wasn’t just playing shuffleboard – he was winning shuffleboard.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, and his parents, Ernest Ludwig Kaschke and Thelma Faye (Roudebush) Kaschke. Surviving him are his children Greg (Angie) Kaschke of Pierce; Jill (John) Kinley of Bladen; Heidi (Eric Hochstein) Kaschke of Omaha; five grandchildren: Jennifer Kaschke of Omaha; Sam (Sarah) Kaschke of Flandreau, SD; Kylie Kinley of Nora, Erin (Don Seifrit) Kinley of Pottstown, PA; and Daniel Kinley of Glenvil; one great-grandchild: Adler Kaschke of Flandreau, SD; and his brother, Norman (Vera) Kaschke of Fruita, CO.

Memorials may be given to Garden County High School. A celebration of life with a keg of Michelob Ultra (by his request) will be held on Friday, February 11, 2022, from 3-5 p.m. at the Hastings Elks Club on East Highway 6.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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Ruth Elaine Goodrich - April 13, 1936 - January 09, 2022

Departed: 01/09/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: R. Elaine (Nass) Goodrich, 85, Blue Hill, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at the Goldcrest Nursing Home, Adams, Nebraska.  Services will be Thursday, January 13, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating.  Inurnment will be at 1:00 p.m. at Parkview Cemetery, Hastings, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with family present at Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or the American Legion Auxiliary.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Elaine was born on April 13, 1936 to Clarence and Eleanor (Bailey) Nass in Guide Rock, Nebraska.  She attended school in Guide Rock, Franklin and graduated from Deshler High School in 1954.  She was baptized into Christ at the Salem Lutheran Church south or Rosemont, Nebraska and later reaffirmed her faith through confirmation.  She was united in marriage to Donald Goodrich on August 15, 1954 at Franklin, Nebraska.  To this union 4 children were born:  Michael, Stacey, Lonnie and Lori.  Her family will remember her for her caring and never-ending love of her husband, kids, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  As her passion was in the kitchen, she made a career of it.  Running the kitchen at Ash Hollow Golf Course, The Sale Barn Café and Goody’s Café in Blue Hill, along with catering meals for any occasion, big or small in several towns and communities through-out the area.  She will be remembered for her delicious pies, cinnamon rolls and many other specialties only Elaine could make.  Upon marriage Don and Elaine went to California where Don was stationed in the Navy.  Departing from California they made their homes in Denver, Colorado Springs, Mesquite, Texas and set roots in Blue Hill in 1968.  She is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, LWML, American Legion Auxiliary, held several offices with the Blue Hill Chamber of Commerce and other community organizations. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Don, Blue Hill, Nebraska; children and spouses, Michael (Cathy) Goodrich, Lincoln, Nebraska, Stacey (Cinda) Goodrich, Tecumseh, Nebraska, Lonnie (Pam) Goodrich, Bennett, Nebraska and Lori (Todd) Meents, Blue Hill, Nebraska; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, John Goodrich, Lincoln, Nebraska; Nathan (Mandy) Goodrich, Connor, Ada and Miles, Tecumseh, Nebraska; Tanner (Stephanie) Goodrich, Hudson, Sunny and Avalon Elaine, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota; Becky (Pat) Pohlman, Cameron and Ally, Syracuse, Nebraska; Tyler Goodrich (Marshal) and Alex, Lincoln, Nebraska; Jordan (Aislinn) Goodrich, Joe, Rylee and Lucas, Bennett, Nebraska; Jennie (Will) Ernest, Weston and Rhett, Bennett, Nebraska; Felicia (Travis) Nichelson, Cody, Alvo, Nebraska; Angie (Bill) Manley, Glen, Kade, Brylie and Paisley, Bennett, Nebraska; Jason (Sara) Meents, Layna, Cali and Bryn, Lincoln, Nebraska; Abbey (Rydell) Lienemann, Landon, Maddison and Rylin, Hildreth, Nebraska; Travis (Ti) Meents, Kearney, Nebraska.  Brothers and Sisters, Ronald (Nancy) Nass, Sherman, Texas, Donnelda (Johnnie) Fritson, Franklin, Nebraska, William (Candy) Nass, Lincoln, Nebraska, Sharol Kleveland, Hastings, Nebraska, Myrna (Raymond) Duncan, Riverton, Nebraska and many other relatives and friends.  Preceding her in death are her parents, parents-in-law, two brothers-in-law, Steve Kleveland and Harry Goodrich, Jr. (Doris and Bonnie)

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Steven Kenneth Krueger - October 19, 1953 - January 09, 2022

Departed: 01/09/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Steve Krueger, 68, Blue Hill, Nebraska passed away to be with his Lord on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital surrounded by his loving family.  Service will be Monday, January 17, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating.  Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Sunday, January 16, 2022 from 1:00-8:00 p.m. with family present from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Blue Hill Community Club.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Steven Kenneth Krueger was born on October 19, 1953 in Hastings, Nebraska to Kenneth V. and Mariel J. (Stroh) Krueger.  He graduated from Blue Hill High School in 1972.  Steve attended Hastings College and graduated in 1976.  He began employment with the former Commercial Bank (Now South Central State Bank) in Blue Hill immediately after graduating from college, where he was employed until his retirement in December of 2019.  Steve was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served on several church offices, served on boards of banking organizations, was involved with the Blue Hill Golf Course, Blue Hill Commerce Club and Blue Hill Volunteer Fire Department.  On June 14, 1975 Steve married Debra Saathoff of Naponee, Nebraska.  They were blessed with two daughters and one son, Carisa, Jessica and Josh.  Steve’s five grandchildren were his pride and joy.  He loved doing activities with all of them, especially taking them to movies, taking them out to eat and snuggling in front of the T.V.

Left to cherish his memory are wife of 46 years, Deb, Blue Hill, Nebraska; two daughters, Carisa (Jeff) Cox, Blue Hill, Nebraska, Jessica (Edel) Reyes, Pleasant Hill, Missouri; one son, Josh, Blue Hill, Nebraska; grandchildren, Alayna, Olivia, Ava and Callie Cox, Blue Hill, Nebraska, Jace Reyes, Pleasant Hill, Missouri; mother, Mariel Krueger, Blue Hill, Nebraska; sister and brother-in-law, Karen (Jeff) Schultz, Doniphan, Nebraska; brother-in-law and spouse, Dick (Robin) Gilbert, Clay Center, Nebraska; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill (Cindy) Saathoff, Naponee, Nebraska, Jim (Naomi) Saathoff, Kearney, Nebraska, Steve (Kitt) Saathoff, Lincoln, Nebraska; special friends, Jess (Julie) Wright, Hastings, Nebraska, Roger (Marilyn) Alber and Keith (Susie) Waterbury, Blue Hill, Nebraska; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Preceding Steve in death were his father, Kenneth Krueger; father and mother-in-Law, Ed and Shirley Saathoff; sister, Diane Gilbert; brothers, Mark and Tim Krueger and niece, Morgan Hanson.

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JoAnn Emma Alber - January 24, 1939 - January 05, 2022

Departed: 01/05/2022 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: JoAnn Emma (Roeschke) Alber, 82, of Blue Hill, NE passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at her home with her daughters and granddaughters by her side. Services will be Saturday, January 8, 2022, 2:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Blue Hill with Pastor Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Burial will be in the Blue Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, January 7, 2022, from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. with the family present from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.  Memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church, Nebraska Children’s Home or St. Jude’s Hospital.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com. Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.                                                         JoAnn was born January 24, 1939, to George and Minnie (Bush) Roeschke at Lawton, IA. She graduated from Lawton High School in 1957. She attended Edwards Business College in Sioux City, IA. She went to Omaha and worked at Fairbanks, Morse Scale Co. and Farmers National Company. She was baptized on February 11,1940 and became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Lawton, IA on January 7, 1954. On December 1, 1960, she was confirmed into the Lutheran Church in Omaha, NE. She was united in marriage to Chester Alber of Guide Rock, NE on December 3, 1960, at the Presbyterian Church in Lawton, IA. To this union three daughters were born – Lisa, Shari, & Jodi. She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Blue Hill and the Lutheran Women Missionary League. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren and following their many activities. She was an avid basketball fan, especially to watch her grandchildren play.                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Lisa and John Fricke of Johnstown, CO; Shari Alber of Blue Hill, NE; and Jodi and Jim Mackin of Ayr, NE; grandchildren Jessica Fricke and fiancé Tyler Carlson of Fort Collins, CO, Suzanne Fricke of Johnstown, CO, Jim Mackin of Blue Hill, and Joe, India and Isaac Mackin of Ayr, NE; step grandchild Niomi (Curtis) Herbaugh and step great grandchildren Izick and Lizzy Herbaugh all of Camby, MN; one sister, Joyce (Ricardo) Baltz of Omaha, NE, sisters-in-law Donna Roeschke of Mesa, AZ and Ruby Gobel of Burlington, WI . Preceding her in death were her husband Chet in 2012, her parents, grandchildren Duncan Treat and Bonnie Mackin, siblings Wesley Roeschke, Wendel Roeschke, and LaVonne Benning. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the wonderful care provided by Mary Lanning Hospice.

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Bronson Alan Gerloff - September 14, 1985 - December 27, 2021

Departed: 12/27/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Bronson Alan Gerloff, 36, Ayr, Nebraska passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, Nebraska.  Graveside service will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, 2:00 p.m. at the Blue Hill Cemetery with Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating.  There will be no visitation.  Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Roseland Volunteer Fire Department and EMT’S.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Bronson was born on September 14, 1985 to Bruce A. and Marilyn F. (Stevens) Gerloff in Omaha, Nebraska.  He attended Ayr Elementary School and Blue Hill Public Schools.  He loved to play video games and liked his cats and dog.

Bronson is survived by his father and mother, Bruce and Marilyn Gerloff, Ayr, Nebraska; brother and sister-in-law, Aaron (Robin) Gerloff, Juniata, Nebraska; niece and nephews, Ainsley, Beck and Blake Gerloff; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth and Maxine Gerloff , Wendel and Ruby Stevens and Uncle Tim Stevens.

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Charles Lavern Hewitt, Sr. - August 22, 1933 - December 09, 2021

Departed: 12/09/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Charles (Chuck) Hewitt, Sr., 88, of Blue Hill, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Sutherland Care Center, Sutherland, Nebraska.  Service will be Tuesday, January 4, 2022, 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Pastor Leah Krotz officiating.  Burial with Military Rites by A.L. Shirley Post #176 will be in the Blue Hill Cemetery, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  There will be no visitation.  A memorial has been established to be designated at a later date.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Charles was born on August 22, 1933 to Clifton Eugene (Buster) and Beedie O’Head (Moore) Hewitt in Alvarado, Texas.  Charles served during the Korean War in the United State Army and later served with the South Dakota National Guard.  Charles married Ardus Mae Lantz on October 25, 1953 at the Methodist Church in Midland, Texas.  After his military service he worked as a Licensed Electrician in Denver and South Dakota.  Charles was working as the Hospital Building Superintendent at Bennett Clarkson Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota during the “1972 Black Hills Flood.”  The next year Charles and his family moved back to Denver and later retired to Blue Hill, Nebraska in 2000.  Charles enjoyed fixing old lawnmower’s and helping neighbors repair theirs.

Charles is survived by his son, Raymond (Dawn) Hewitt, Philadelphia, PA; three sisters, Patricia Hewitt Jackson (Carsie), Wilma June Hewitt Smith (David), Tonda Hewitt Hislip (Freddie); five grandchildren, Paul Hewitt, Rhianna (Annie) Hewitt-Ford (Neil), Stacy Hanzo, Constance (CJ) Hewitt and Nicholas Hewitt; four great grandchildren, Tristan, Alexsa, Abbigail and Nolan.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, his son Charles, Jr. and brother Eugene.

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Ramona Lucy Buschow - December 19, 1932 - December 08, 2021

Departed: 12/08/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Ramona Lucy (Arterburn) Buschow was born December 19, 1932, to Albert (Tate) and Florence (Durdin) Arterburn on a farm in Webster County.  December 8, 2021, she left this world to be with God for eternity; she was 88.  Ramona was baptized and confirmed at Holy Trinity Church in Blue Hill.  Ramona started her education at School District #63 and finished at Blue Hill Community School.  She was married to Homer (Jake) Buschow on October 28, 1950 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska; four boys were born from this union: Mike, Roger, Keith, and Jim.

During the first 10 years of her marriage, she was involved in the farming operation with her husband and started a family.  In the early '60s, Ramona started working in the school cafeteria preparing lunch for all the students (when meals were made from scratch).  She enjoyed being around all the children and finally retired some 40 years later.  Always willing to help, she made many trips to the nursing home to visit the residents and help them play bingo. The home acknowledged her dedication by presenting her with a certificate of appreciation.

Ramona was very involved with her family, taking the 4 boys to 4-H, scout meetings, and a busload of sporting events.  There was practice and games and a ton of dirty uniforms. At one point in her life, she would have 6 football uniforms a week to wash, and there was no way she would let a single grass stain remain.

Birthdays were important to her.  It didn’t matter how old the guess of honor was, mom would insist on a birthday party with cake and ice cream.

Ramona loved being a grandma.  She especially enjoyed rocking the babies, making them cookies, and spoiling them rotten.  She would never miss a birthday.

Ramona loved family get-togethers. In the earlier days, we would have family reunions out at the farm.  She would start preparing for the reunion months in advance. Pretty much driving us crazy with the work she wanted done before the reunion day. There would be mowing and painting and a list that seem to never stop.  She began cooking days ahead of time to make sure we had plenty of desserts to go around.  But it was all worth it to see her smile- hugging all those family visitors.

Ramona is survived by her four sons and their spouses, Mike and Liz Buschow, Keith and Patti Buschow, Jim and Julie Buschow all of Blue Hill, Nebraska and Roger and Lynn Buschow of Alpine, Wyoming; nine grandchildren, five step grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and thirteen step great grandchildren.  Ramona is preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Rosary will be Sunday, December 12, 2021, 7:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska and Mass will be Monday, December 13, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Father Adam Sparling officiating.  Burial will be in the Blue Hill Cemetery, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Sunday, December 12, 2021 from 1:00-8:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary.  Memorials are suggested to the church.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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David Dean Dunn - June 27, 1941 - October 30, 2021

Departed: 10/30/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: David Dean Dunn, 80, Blue Hill, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at his home in Blue Hill.  There will be no viewing or visitation as his wishes were to be cremated.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  A memorial has been established to be designated at a later date.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Dave was born on June 27, 1941 to Gene and Eunice A. (Rydquist) Dunn at Inavale, Nebraska.  He graduated from Red Cloud High School in 1959.  Dave served in the United States Air Force for four years doing two tours in Vietnam.  After his discharge from the Air Force, Dave worked as a Fire Fighter for the City of Denver, Colorado for 25 years, retiring in 1992.  On June 4, 1992 he married Oma L. Tuck in Denver.  They moved from Denver to Blue Hill in January 1993.

Dave is survived by his wife, Oma, Blue Hill, Nebraska; two sisters, Sharon (Ron) Kudrna, Red Cloud, Nebraska, Pauline (Larry) Niles, Omaha, Nebraska; two brothers, Robert Dunn, Denver, Colorado, Hiram Dunn, Red Oak, Iowa.  He is preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Vicki Sibley, two brothers, Don and Steve Dunn.

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Timothy Eugene Skipworth - January 29, 1962 - October 15, 2021

Departed: 10/15/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Timothy Eugene Skipworth, 59, Blue Hill, Nebraska passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021 as a result of a motor vehicle accident.  Memorial service will be Thursday, October 21, 2021, 2:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary Chapel, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Pastor Tim Rust and Pastor Craig Kirby officiating.  Private family burial will be at a later date.  There will be no viewing or visitation.  Memorials are suggested to the family.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Tim was born on January 29, 1962 to Thomas N. & Helen L. (Liby) Skipworth, Jr. at McPherson, Kansas.  He graduated in 1981 from McPherson High School in McPherson, Kansas. He then attended Fort Scott Community College for Trucking.  He married Liz Acklin in 1994 and she passed away in 2019.  He married Karen G. Frost on March 7, 2020 in Oberlin, Kansas.  He had lived in various towns in Kansas, moving to Blue Hill in February 2021.  He enjoyed driving truck, always happy, enjoyed traveling, being outdoors and being with family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Karen, Blue Hill, Nebraska; mother-in-law, Nellie Millwood, Blue Hill, Nebraska; father-in-law, Perry (Mary) Frost, Texarkana, Arkansas; one sister, Linda (Steve) Chessmore, Atwood, Kansas; one brother, Patrick Skipworth, McPherson, Kansas; one brother-in-law, Faron (Maylene) Frost, Joliet, Montana; one granddaughter, Shaydon Gordon, Blue Hill, Nebraska; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and his dog, Bradley.  He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife and brother-in-law, Perry Joe Frost.

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Gilbert John Buescher - May 27, 1924 - October 09, 2021

Departed: 10/09/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Gilbert J. Buescher, 97. Lawrence, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Perkins Pavilion-Good Samaritan Society-Hastings Village, Hastings, Nebraska.  Rosary will be Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 9:30 a.m. and Mass will be Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 10:00 a.m. both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial will be in St. Stephen Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence, Nebraska.  There will be no viewing or visitation as his wishes were to be cremated.  Memorials can be directed to the church.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Gilbert was born on ay 27, 1924 to Frank and Dorothy (Schroer) Buescher at Lawrence, Nebraska.  He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1942.  He farmed and worked for Schroer Implement co. in Lawrence from 1966 to 1985.  He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus for 76 years and had been a member of the Lawrence Volunteer Fire Department for many years.  He had a great love for baseball and westerns.  He always was interested in what his nieces and nephews were doing.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Eileen Buescher, Hastings, Nebraska; nephews and nieces, Walter Buescher, Hastings, Nebraska, Michael (Frances) Buescher, Lawrence, Nebraska, Gary (Sherri) Buescher, Lawrence, Nebraska, Lee (Jolene) Buescher, Glenvil, Nebraska, Mary Ann Fulton, Lincoln, Nebraska, Jane (Michael) Streff, Lawrence, Nebraska, Ron (Barb) Buescher, Gibbon, Nebraska, Dennis (Marie) Buescher, Lawrence, Nebraska; many great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sister-in-law, Wilford (Verena) Buescher, Edgar Buescher, two infant brothers and two niece-in-laws, Deanna Buescher and Charlene Buescher.

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Paul Joseph Faimon - March 30, 1937 - August 30, 2021

Departed: 08/30/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Paul J Faimon, 84, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, August 30th at Mary Lanning Healthcare in Hastings from heart failure. Rosary will be Friday September 3, 2021, 7:30 p.m with Rev. Corey Harrison officiating. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday September 4, 2021, 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Christopher Kubat officiating. Both will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Burial will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday September 3, 2021 at the Lawrence Visitation Chapel, Lawrence, Nebraska.

Paul was born to Rudolph and Marie (Dolnicek) Faimon on the family farm March 30, 1937. He was the 9th of 17 children. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lawrence all of his life. Paul attended Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School and graduated from Lawrence Public School with the class of 1955. On October 13, 1964, he married Joan Kathman. To this union was born three children, Carla, Carolyn, and Gary. Paul worked in construction, feed delivery, farmed and retired as a road grader operator with the Nuckolls County Road Department. Joan passed away on July 25, 1986. Paul married Wanda Taylor on December 16, 1988. He enjoyed going to polka dances, singing Czech music, fishing, going to auctions and collecting. He loved Christmas, always overdoing the gift giving. In his later years, he enjoyed checking out what everyone was doing on the farm. He was a member of the South Central Czech Society.

Paul is survived by his wife, Wanda, of Lawrence, children, Carla (Tim) Kohmetscher, Carolyn (Keith) Kohmetscher, Gary (Lisa Nissen) all of the Lawrence area. Stepchildren-Richard Taylor of Kearney, Billie Jo (Mike) Gregg of Kearney, Scott Taylor of Kearney and Cindy (Brad) Brandt of Axtell.  7 grandchildren, 9 great- grandchildren, 11 step grandchildren and 5 step great-grandchildren. Sisters & spouses-Maxine (Elmer) Rempe of Superior, Agnes (Howard) Schroer of Lincoln, Theresa (Tom) Kulek of Hastings, Sisters-Maureen Menke of Lawrence, Marian Herbek of Hastings and brother-Pat (Cheryl) Faimon of Lawrence. In-Laws Eileen Buschkoetter of Lawrence, Bertha Kathman of Hastings, Ron and Barb Buescher of Gibbon, LuAnna Schnider of Imperial and many, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents-Rudolph and Marie, wife-Joan, brothers and spouses-Harold (Lorain) Faimon, Arnold (Martha) Faimon, Robert (Maureen) Faimon, brother-Charles Faimon, sisters and spouses-Vivian (Ray) Juranek, Rita (Lavern) Kohmetscher, Angie (Stan) Juranek, Betty (Bob) Novotny, sisters-Margaret Faimon and Charlene Buescher. In-laws-Albert Herbek Jr, Adrian Menke, Alma (Hubert) Schroer, Bernice (Lawrence) Bolte, Irvin Kathman, Roy Buschkoetter, Lawrence Shill, Harold Schnider and step granddaughter-Hilliary Brandt.

Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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Ardyce Mae Burge - July 01, 1930 - August 02, 2021

Departed: 08/02/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Ardyce M. Burge, 91, Blue Hill, Nebraska passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021 at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, Nebraska.  Service will be Friday, August 6, 2021, 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, Nebraska with Pastor Leah Krotz officiating.  Burial will be in Blue Hill Cemetery, Blue Hill, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at Merten-Butler Mortuary with family present from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and one hour prior to service at the church.  Memorials can be directed to the church.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Ardyce Mae (Reis) Burge was born July 1, 1930, at the Glasco Hospital, Hastings NE to Frank and Minnie (Gartner) Reis of rural Blue Hill NE. The family moved to the Reis farm near Ayr, NE in 1939. She attended the Batin School, Webster, Co., Science Ridge School and graduated from Roseland High School, both in Adams Co. in 1947. She married Calvin L. Burge September 25, 1948 at Rural Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hastings, NE.  Five children were born to this union – Clinton, Rex, Diana, Janelle and Robin. Their early years were spent in Ayr, Kearney, Topeka, KS, Minden and in 1960 moved to Blue Hill where they raised their family. She was the bookkeeper for Burge & Son Motors & C-L School Buses.

She attended St. Paul Lutheran Church, was a member and officer of WELCA and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 176, P.E.O. Chapter W, Blue Hill Chamber of Commerce, now the Community Club.

After Cal & Ardyce retired, Ardyce enjoyed her time with friends “at coffee”. She liked to keep her scrapbooks and family books, to read, attend all the Blue Hill sporting events, NE volleyball and anything involving her children or grandchildren.

In May 2018 when her kidney disease had advanced she started dialysis at the DaVita Center in Hastings with her son Clint or daughter-in-law Terry taking her to Hastings and her 3 daughters taking her home. She still enjoyed activities, services and Sunday School at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Blue Hill, NE.

She is survived by sons Clint (Terry) Burge of Blue Hill, and Rex (Anita) Burge of Grant; daughters Diana (Bruce) Domeier of Sutton, Janelle (Rob) Lambie of Hastings, and Robin (Dick) Gilbert of Clay Center; grandchildren Carmen ( Mark) King, Krystal (Pat) Vaughn, Nick (Sarah) Burge, Christopher Burge, Timothy (Anna) Burge, Trisha (Randy) Dietz, Renae (Chad) Hart, Brock (Brandee) Domeier, Kiley Domeier, Amy ( Dave) Stevens, Mitch (Abby) Lambie, Jeremy (Erin) VanBoening, Simon (Susan) VanBoening, Josh ( Stacey) VanBoening; step grandchildren Jason (Vicki) Gilbert, Melissa (Brian) Stolley, Danielle (Matt) Anderson; 34 great-grandchildren, 8 step great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren; brother Wilbur Reis of Cincinnati, Ohio, sister-in-law Shirley Allen (Bob Tharp)of Hastings; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Calvin Burge; brothers and sister-in-laws Ryal (Virginia) Reis, Franklin (Ruby) Reis, Janet Reis; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Ron (Sharon) Burge, Marcie (Gene) Coutts, Donna (Paul) Goedert, Wanda (Lee) Wright, Vern Allen; great-grandson Cody Ruegge; niece Rhonda Cox and nephew Eddie Doyle.

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Kenneth Gerhard Kirchner - January 30, 1928 - July 30, 2021

Departed: 07/30/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Gerhard Kirchner January 30, 1928 – July 30, 2021 Always in our hearts

Kenneth Gerhard Kirchner, age 93, passed away at Blue Hill Care Center on July 30, 2021 after a short illness. He was surrounded by his family as he walked into eternity with his Savior, Jesus Christ.

Kenneth was born on his family farm south of Lawrence, Nebraska on January 30, 1928. His parents were John and Clara Kirchner, who made the farmstead home for 8 children.  He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings (Eleanora, Walter, Lydia, Wilfred, Robert, Donald, and Mildred).

Ken graduated from Lawrence High School in 1945. He took over the family farm at age 19 due to his father’s early death.  He applied himself to his farm duties and was content raising his family with Mom and serving his church and local community. Ken served and attended Calvary Lutheran Church in Rosemont. On November 2, 1952, Kenneth married Margaret Dorothy Heineman and shared many adventures over the next 65 years. They raised seven children: Marvin (Carol) Kirchner – Kevin, Scott and Lisa; Wilbur (Patricia) Kirchner – Rebecca, Matthew, Rachel and Hannah; Connie (Courtney) Meyer – Caleb, Joshua and Anna; nephew Randall (Cindy) Linke – Misty, Mandy and Randall; Linda (Kyle) Hollman – Nora and Trent, James (Jackie) Kirchner – Joseph, Jami and Tara; and Beth (Scott) Bowman – Christine, Nathan and nieces Abigail and Olivia. Over the years Ken and Margaret delighted to watch their kids, grandkids, great-grandkids (14), and one great-great grandchild begin their own adventures in life, which was “icing on the cake” of lives well lived!

Kenneth had broad interests. He was a dreamer/doer - widely read in Christian & world history, economics, politics, technology, poetry, philosophy…and farming.  He was opinionated and vocal but loved the polemic (discourse) as much as the politics.  You could pick the topic and the position, and he would debate the other side.  He was a “go to” guy in the community for many construction/trade skills…as well as general wisdom.

Ken was a servant leader.  He was Sunday School superintendent in his church for over 25 years, representative to national church conventions, taught shop skills in 4-H, served on the local school board for 12 years, served on the Rural Electric Association BOD for 28 years…did the dishes and was always a ready hand to help neighbors.  He was Mom’s primary care giver during her illness until her death in 2018.

Dad loved Jesus…but wouldn’t say it that way.  He led his family as a Godly father - baptized and confirmed, disciplined and encouraged, cheered and celebrated, sacrificed and supported.  Family devotions were never missed.  He rarely said “I love you” which is just “not the German way”.  He occasionally said, “I’m proud of you”, but showed it much more frequently in other ways…bragging effusively about his children when they were not within ear shot.  He brightened when any of his children or grandchildren called and was an encourager as they faced life’s challenges. Ken blessed his family.  Love was unconditional, encouragement genuine and timely, and wise counsel available whenever needed.  He will be sorely missed by his kids and grandkids, extended family and many, many friends. He was at peace as his final days approached and believed with all his heart Jesus’ words to Martha in John 11: 25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” (NIV)

Funeral Services will be held 10:00 am Saturday August 7, 2021 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Rosemont, Nebraska. Interment will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery near the intersection of Rd 2400 and Rd S in Webster Co.  Visitation will be Friday 5-7:00 pm at Merten-Butler Funeral Home in Blue Hill, Nebraska.  The family requests you bring/send a card with a special memory of Ken, rather than flowers. Donations may be made in Ken’s honor to Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

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Jeanette Brockman - July 20, 1953 - July 29, 2021

Departed: 07/29/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Jeanette Brockman, 68, of Lawrence, NE departed this life July 29, 2021 at Bryan East Hospital in Lincoln, NE.

She was born in 1953 to Robert and Arlene (Witrhlik) Svoboda. She attended Lawrence High School and graduated in 1971. On October 9, 1976, she was united in marriage to Duane Brockman at Sacred Heart Church in Lawrence, NE. They spent their married life together on the farm in the Lawrence area.

Jeanette enjoyed cooking, reading, tending to her many flowers and gardening with her husband, Duane. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Jeanette worked for Lawrence Public Schools and South Central Nebraska USD #5, for 43 years. She retired in June 2021.

Survivors include her mother Arlene Svoboda, Lincoln; husband Duane Brockman of Lawrence; daughter Megan Brockman of Lawrence; son Sam Brockman (Brittany) of Lincoln, and son Tyler of Norcatur, KS; Sisters Marlene Beyke (Gary); Jolene Ritzman (Jim); Sandi Peters (Kevin); Sister-Cousin Roxi Hiatt (Steven); Sisters-in-law Donna Helman (Gary); Diane Kucera (Dan); DeEtta Mayrose (Terry) all of Lincoln; nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father Robert. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lawrence on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Pallbearers are Kurt Hoelting, Paul Hoelting, Terry Madson, and Brian Skalka. Private burial with family at a later date.

Butherus-Maser & Love Funeral Home, Lincoln, NE and Merten Butler Funeral Home, Blue Hill, NE are overseeing arrangements.

Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation.

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Robert John Joseph Karmazin - May 16, 1925 - July 18, 2021

Departed: 07/18/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Robert J. Karmazin, 96, Hastings, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at College View Assisted Living, Hastings, Nebraska.  Rosary will be Tuesday, July 20, 2021, 7:30 p.m. and Mass will be Wednesday, July 21, 2021, 10:00 a.m. both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial with Military Rites by Kent Kailey Post #45 and Army National Guard Honor’s Team will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Visitation will be Tuesday, July 20, 2021 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lawrence Visitation Chapel, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Memorials can be directed to the church.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Robert was born on May 16, 1925 to Julius and Lillie (Dusatko) Karmazin at Lawrence, Nebraska.  He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1942.  He served in the United States Army from May 12, 1945 to October 20, 1946.  Robert married Elsie A. Lipovsky on August 28, 1947 at St. Martin Loucky Catholic Church.  Bob and Elsie built their home 4 miles east of Lawrence in 1947.  He dry land farmed and raised livestock.  He farmed with his Father and Brother Willard.  In later years he farmed with his son Michael.  In 1981 they built a home in Lawrence.  He retired at the age of 62.  Robert and Elsie enjoyed many winters in California as well as golfing.  They later moved to College View in Hastings.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus all of his adult life and was a Fourth Degree Knight.  He had been a member of the Lawrence School Board, Lawrence Coop Assoc., Lawrence Legion, Nebraska Turkey Association in Gibbon and attended many Turkey Expositions and was on the Nebraska Association of School Board Unit 9 in Hastings.

Those left to cherish his memory are, two daughters, Kathleen (David) Vacek, Lander, Wyoming, Sandy (John) Woodward, Rochester, Minnesota; one son, Ron (Colleen) Karmazin, Blue Hill, Nebraska; one sister, Joan Schneider Hastings, Nebraska; one sister-in-law, Geraldine Karmazin, Superior, Nebraska; Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, Michelle (TJ) Chamberlain, Tyler, Alexia, Kim Karmazin, David (Casey) Karmazin, Aydeen, Freye, Elise and Braxx; William Vacek, Ken (Katie) Vacek, Audrey, Isabelle and Michael; Eric (Rachael) Karmazin, Lucy, Maddox, Vaughn, Violet, Esmeralda, Andy (Emily) Karmazin, Bennett, Edele, Jodie (Eric) Johnson, Emma and Hunter Meyers; Trudy (Ben) Cummings, Robert (Allison) Woodward, Charlotte.  Robert is preceded in death by his parents, wife, one son, Michael Karmazin, two sisters and brother-in-laws, Mildred (Ben) Svoboda and Loretta (Alan) Ziggafoos, two brothers and sister-in-law, Willard (Bernadine) and Eugene Karmazin.

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Bernadette Ann Brockman - April 20, 1953 - July 09, 2021

Departed: 07/09/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Bernadette Ann Brockman, 68, of Lawrence, Nebraska passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at Tiffany Square Care Center in Grand Island, Nebraska.  Rosary will be Friday, July 16, 2021, 7:30 p.m. and Mass will be Saturday, July 17, 2021, 10:30 a.m. both at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial will be in St. Stephen Catholic Cemetery, Lawrence, Nebraska.  There will be no visitation.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Bernadette was born on April 20, 1953 to Alex and Louise (Kimminau) Brockman at Hastings, Nebraska.  She grew up at Lawrence attending St. Stephen’s Catholic Grade School and Lawrence Public High School.  She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.  She had endorsements in Home Economics, English, and Elementary Education.  She taught at Greeley Sacred Heart, 2R Rural School at Guide Rock, and Lawrence/Nelson Public Schools.  After retired from teaching, she worked as an educator at Stuhr Museum in Grand Island.

Bernadette was an active member of St. Stephen Parish at Lawrence.  She enjoyed her many hobbies which included quilting, gardening and reading.  She continued to sell her baked goods at the farmer’s market in Hastings.

She is survived by her sister, Mary (Tony) Wortmann of Stanton, Nebraska, her brother, Joe (Frances) Brockman of Lawrence, Nebraska, many cousins and friends.  She is preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, aunt and uncles.

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Adrian George "Buster" Menke - May 31, 1929 - July 02, 2021

Departed: 07/02/2021 (Blue Hill)

Obituary Preview: Adrian George “Buster” Menke, 92, of Lawrence, passed away Friday, July 2, 2021, at home. Rosary will be Tuesday, July 6, 2021, 7:30 p.m. and Mass will be Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 10:00 a.m. both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lawrence, Nebraska with Father Corey Harrison officiating.  Burial with Military Rites by Kent Kailey Post #45, Lawrence, Nebraska and Army National Guard Honor’s Team will be at St. Stephen’s Catholic Cemetery, rural Lawrence, Nebraska.  Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Lawrence Visitation Chapel, Lawrence, Nebraska.  Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.  Private condolences may be sent to the family at www.mertenbutlermortuary.com.  Merten-Butler Mortuary, Blue Hill, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements.

Adrian was born May 31, 1929, in Lawrence to Herman and Agnes (Schroer) Menke. He grew up on a farm south of Lawrence, receiving his education in a rural school south of Lawrence. He entered the U.S. Army on September 16, 1952 and was honorably discharged on September 15, 1954, serving during the Korean War.

He was united in marriage to Maureen E. Faimon on Jan. 21, 1958, in Lawrence. This union was blessed with nine children: Daniel, Joseph, Charles, Edward, Thomas, Timothy, Bernard, Carol and Mary. The couple lived on a farm in rural Lawrence, he was a farmer his entire life and was also employed by the Coop for 24 years.  He was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus and DAV (Disabled American Veterans).  Adrian loved farming, collecting toy tractors and antiques.  He cherished his time playing cards with friends and especially grandchildren at family functions.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Maureen, of Lawrence; sons, Joe (Sharon) Menke of Grand Island; Charles (Jan) Menke of Lawrence; Edward (Kim) Menke of Friend; Thomas (Melissa) Menke of Chadron; Timothy (Susi) Menke of Hastings; and Bernard (Gina) Menke of Lawrence; two daughters, Carol (Alan) Jurgensmier of Grand Island; Mary (Chris) Koch of Hastings; 30 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; sisters Thelma Koester of Lincoln; and Lola Yetman of Hastings;  sisters-in-law Sally Menke of Hastings; Marian Herbek of Hastings;  brother-in-law John Hubl of Lawrence; brothers and sisters-in law; Elmer and Maxine Rempe of Superior, Paul and Wanda Faimon, Ron and Barb Buescher, Pat and Cheryl Faimon all of Lawrence, Howard and Agnes Schroer of Lincoln, Tom and Theresa Kulek of Hastings, and a host of extended relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Daniel Menke; two brothers, Vincent Menke; Ralph in infancy; three sisters, Alice Svoboda, Eileen Hubl and MarJean in infancy;  brothers-in-law, Frank Jarosik, Glen Koester, Bud Yetman, Ed Svoboda; brothers and sisters-in-law, Harold and Loraine Faimon, Arnold and Martha Faimon, Ray and Vivian Juranek, Lavern and Rita Kohmetscher, Staniel and Angela Juranek, Robert and Maureen Faimon, Robert and Bernadette Novotny, Joan Faimon, Albert Herbek, Jr., Charles Faimon in infancy, Margaret Faimon in infancy and Charlene Buescher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, achievements, and any notable accomplishments.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also providing important information to friends, family, and community members. They can also be a valuable tool for genealogists and historians.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary usually falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or crematorium may offer to write the obituary on behalf of the family.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary should include the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service (if applicable), and any notable achievements or hobbies. It may also include information about surviving family members and any memorial services or donations.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a short paragraph.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful to readers.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Where can I publish an obituary?

Obituaries can be published in local newspapers, online obituary platforms, funeral home websites, social media, or other community news outlets.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Some online platforms offer free listings, while others may charge a fee based on the length of the obituary or the number of photos included.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it is possible to make corrections or edits to an obituary after it has been published. However, this may depend on the publication or platform's policies.

How long do online obituaries remain available?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them archived indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period of time.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it is possible to write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What is a self-written obituary called?

A self-written obituary is often referred to as a "self-obit" or "autobit."

Is it appropriate to include humor in an obituary?

Yes, humor can be an appropriate way to celebrate the personality and spirit of the deceased. However, it's essential to consider the tone and audience when deciding whether to include humor.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can be a touching addition to an obituary.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member who knew the deceased well. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home or professional writer.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's editorial department or visit their website for submission guidelines. Be prepared to provide required information and payment (if applicable).

Can I republish an obituary from one platform to another?

In most cases, yes. However, be sure to check the original publication's terms of use and obtain any necessary permissions before republishing.

Are there any specific formatting requirements for online obituaries?

Each online platform may have its own formatting requirements. Be sure to review their guidelines before submitting your obituary.

Can I include links or attachments in an online obituary?

Sometimes. Check with the platform's guidelines regarding links or attachments. Some may allow them, while others may not.

How do I notify people about an upcoming memorial service through an obituary?

Include details about the memorial service in the body of the obituary. You can also specify if donations are preferred in lieu of flowers.

What if I need to make corrections to an already-published obituary?

Contact the publication or platform where the obituary was published and provide corrected information. They will guide you through their correction process.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes! Shareable links or posts can help spread the word quickly among friends and acquaintances.

Is it possible to create a video obituary?

Yes! Video tributes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to celebrate a loved one's life through images, music, and storytelling.

What if I'm unsure about what information to include in an obituary?

Draft an outline with key details about the deceased. Then, ask friends and family members for input and suggestions to ensure you're capturing their essence accurately.